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A 50K CYCLE which will be held in the Comeragh District this coming Easter Sunday, 5th April, aims to promote awareness of mental health and suicide while also raising funds for charity support services. Mental health and suicide are still taboo subjects in today’s Ireland, but there are supports out there for people going through mental health difficulties. Waterford Councillor and organiser, Liam Brazil, hopes to address the issue and raise awareness of mental health and suicide through the 50k cycle. In a heartfelt and emotional appeal at the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. Brazil urged everyone in County Waterford to come out in force on Easter Sunday, 5th April, to support the 50k Cycle, which will raise money for Suicide or Survive, a charity which

endeavours to challenge the stigma attached to mental illness and provide a range of programmes which increase understanding of suicide and play an active role in its prevention in Ireland. “It is very important to highlight the issues of mental health and suicide,” said Cllr. Brazil. He said that mental health is an issue that has been hidden in Ireland for years. Outlining some statistics, Cllr. Brazil said that there are over 600 recorded cases of suicide in Ireland each year. “For every three recorded cases, one suicide goes unreported,” said Cllr. Brazil. “So in reality, more than 750 people take their life in this country each year. That’s 64 people a month, or 16 people per week, who die by suicide. “As I’m sitting here in this Chamber, there are at least three people out there

contemplating taking their own life and no-one seems to care. “For those 750 families bereaved in the next 12 months, it is going to be very hard, I know, I was there,” Cllr. Brazil said. “To stand at the graveside and see loved one being buried because of suicide is the hardest thing of all, because people don’t know or understand what you’re going through or what you’re feeling so it’s easier to walk away, turn away and turn their back and think it will be okay tomorrow, but it won’t be okay tomorrow,” he said. “These 750 people who die by suicide - they are all loved ones - brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, sons, daughters, uncles, and maybe a friend. Several friends of mine have taken their life by suicide down through the years, but I know if they had the chance, they would reconsider.” Continued on page 2

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public on the draft report. Kieran Hartley, of Comeraghs Against Pylons said that while this development from EirGrid to look at new technology is welcome, he urged caution, stating that it “begs the question” as to why this technology was not looked at in the Grid Link Project conception, as this technology has been available for some time. Continued on page 5

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will start dry for most parts but cloud will build during the morning and outbreaks of rain will develop by noon, the rain turning more persistent during the afternoon and evening. Highest temperatures of 10 or 11 Celsius in moderate to fresh west to southwest winds. During Wednesday night rain will spread countrywide and turn heavy for a time. It will be rather cloudy and misty and it will stay mild with lowest temperatures around 7 or 8 degrees generally, but colder in the north with temperatures falling to 2 or 3 degrees there. Forecast for Thursday / Friday – Thursday will be a cloudy day with patches of rain or drizzle mainly in the afternoon. It will be slightly milder with highest temperatures of around 11 to 13 degrees. But the overcast conditions and moderate westerly winds will make it feel colder. It will stay cloudy for much of the night with patches of drizzle and mist clearing towards dawn. The night will be milder than previous nights with lowest temperatures of around 6 or 7 degrees. Good Friday will start off dry and cloudy before winds will turn northwesterly and increase to fresh. The cooler breeze will allow cloud to break up to sunny intervals and it will stay dry for the afternoon. Temperatures will reach highs of 10 or 11 degrees during the day and will drop to around 5 degrees at night. Winds will become light at night and fog patches may form. Forecast for Saturday / Sunday – Saturday will be dry with a mixture of cloudy periods and sunny spells. Temperatures in the afternoon will reach 12 to 14 degrees with a spring-like feel in light northwesterly. In the evening and night the clear skies will allow temperatures to drop quickly to around 5 degrees. With little to no wind at night there will again be a risk of fog forming around dawn and this then could result in a cloudy morning on Easter Sunday. With lingering cloud Sunday is expected to stay cooler with highs of only 9 to 10 degrees. Winds will turn easterly which are likely to steer cloud and coastal drizzle into the region. But inland areas should stay dry and winds will stay light. Outlook (Monday / Wednesday) – Quite similar conditions for Easter Monday then staying mostly dry although coastal drizzle could dampen the expectations. A mix of cloud and sunny breaks, afternoon highs of around 10 degrees and light easterly winds. These dry and settled conditions are expected to persist for Tuesday and Wednesday too.

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Two charities to benefit from head shave fundraiser TWO women from Ballinacourty who will face the barber’s clippers in a head shave for charity, hope to raise substantial funds for two great causes South East Radiotherapy Trust (SERT) and Brú Columbanus. Ruth Hannigan and Caroline Truman-Flynn have bravely committed to having their locks shaved in aid of those suffering from cancer. “We have a choice to have our heads shaved, but cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy who lose their hair haven’t a choice,” Ruth pointed out. Caroline said they were delighted to hold the head shave to raise funds for such great charities which support cancer patients and families of those who are seriously ill in hospital. Both women are seeking the support of the public in their endeavour, through sponsorship and donations. The head shave will be held at the Gold Coast Hotel, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, on Friday, 10th April, at 9.00 p.m. There will be entertainment and music on the night, as well as a raffle with some great prizes. All are very welcome and a night of fun and music is guaranteed. Ruth and Caroline expressed

Caroline Truman-Flynn and Ruth Hannigan who will shave their hair for charity. their thanks to everyone who has donated and given sponsorship so far. CHARITIES SERT is a voluntary organis-

ation which provides transport for cancer patients needing to get from their home to hospital for treatment. Brú Columbanus Cork is an

independent charity which provides accommodation for relatives of seriously ill patients in any of the Cork Hospitals and Hospice.

Public urged to support 50k Cycle to raise awareness of mental health and suicide (Continued from page 1) He said that some people think suicide is only for a night, a day or a week. “Suicide is final. It is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.They are problems that can be dealt with and the help is out there. That is the reason why I’m promoting this cycle on Easter Sunday.” Cllr. Brazil said he brought the charity Easter cycle to mid County Waterford - a rural area, because there is a lot of isolation in many communities. He said those people who feel isolated and are contemplating suicide may “get a bit of heart” and may reconsider when they see between 50 and 200 cyclists passing on Sunday morning to high-

light mental health and suicide awareness. “They might think there is another way - I can tell them there is another way, because the help is out there,” said Cllr. Brazil. He appealed to the public to come along on the day and support the 50k cycle. “You don’t have to cycle.You can support the event by donating, by helping on the day, or providing goods / food for the cycle - there will be a water stop in Kill and at the end of the cycle in Lemybrien.” Cllr. Brazil added: “This cycle isn’t for Liam Brazil - it’s for the people of County Waterford, to highlight the issue of mental health and suicide and let people know that there is help out there and people do care”.

Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said it was a sobering thought that 16 people would be contemplating suicide in a week. He commended Cllr. Brazil for highlighting the issue and his proaction in raising awareness of mental health and suicide. CHARITY CYCLE Registration for the Mental Health and Suicide Awareness 50k Charity Cycle will start at 9.00 a.m. on Easter Sunday, 5th April. The cycle will begin at 10.00 a.m. from Lemybrien and follow the route to Durrow, Bonmahon, Kill, K i l m e a d e n , Kilmacthomas, and back to Lemybrien. Entry fee is €20 (all donations welcome) and all proceeds will go to Suicide or Survive. For further details,

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Easter EGGstravaganza at Dungarvan Shopping Centre JOIN us at Dungarvan Shopping Centre for an Easter EGGstravaganza on The Mall on Saturday, 4th April, for a fun filled afternoon of entertainment from 2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m. and enjoy courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre: • Our Easter Egg Hunt • Balloon Modelling • Face Painting • Magic Shows • Get your photo taken with

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Cabinet approves Waterford Crystal settlement FANTASTIC news for Dungarvan and Waterford last week emerged as the Cabinet has approved a €180m final settlement on pension arrangements for Waterford Crystal employees, who lost their pensions when both the company and their pension scheme became insolvent in 2009. The settlement will apply to all 1,774 deferred members of the Waterford Crystal Staff and Factory Pension Schemes. This will include the families of some who have already died since the company went into receivership. Under the settlement terms, the former workers of Waterford Crystal will receive significant pensions and a tax free lump sum by way of compensation for the delay and stress involved in bringing Irish and European court cases to resolve the matter. Under the additional provisions approved, lump sums are to be based on years and months of permanent company service, rather than on service within the pension scheme. The cash compensation will be calculated at €1,200 per member per year of pensionable company service, not exceeding 40 years. This change will increase the cost of the collective lump sums from €41m to €45m.The remaining €135m will be spent on ongoing pension payments. The settlement will be funded from the levy on private sector pension funds introduced some years ago. Under the settlement, workers who were due pensions of less than €12,000 before the closure will get 90% of their expected entitlement. They will get 67% of their pension expectations between €12,001 and €24,000.They will receive 50% of any expected entitlements above €24,000. RECEIVER OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL SERVES NOTICE TO DUNGARVAN UTD. TO VACATE THE CRYSTAL PITCH, AS IT IS PUT UP FOR SELL In a not so positive story that also effects many of the grandchildren, family and friends of former workers in Waterford Crystal, the receiver of Waterford Crystal – Deloitte solicitor has informed Dungarvan United AFC to vacate the playing pitches that they have used for over 25 years, after the local Crystal soccer team ceased to be. The

receiver of Waterford Crystal is to put the Dungarvan Crystal pitch and clubhouse and gym up for sale. In 2012, outrage reverberated across Waterford city over the effective eviction of national and international class swimmers from the pool at Waterford Crystal Sports and Leisure Centre by the same Receiver. In 2009 Dublin based Deloitte and Touche were appointed Receivers to Waterford Crystal and the Sports and Leisure Centre which comprised of a swimming pool, gymnasium, bar, function room, training rooms and indoor sports pitch, along with the Dungarvan Crystal Leisure Centre and Playing Fields. Since then the Kilbarry offices and factory and leisure centre have been sold by the receiver and now the same fate is to face the site in Dungarvan. The Chairman of Dungarvan United AFC was quoted as saying “to ensure the future for our 27 teams playing soccer in Dungarvan, Dungarvan United AFC will need to try and borrow money and raise funds to try and purchase the soccer pitch, although the receiver is currently saying that the whole site will be sold in one lot. Without the Crystal Pitch we would need to drastically cut the number of teams we field. Everyone in Dungarvan has family and friends who worked in the Crystal locally and so many of our teams in the club have connections with the old Crystal members – including overlap in life members in both clubs, children and grandchildren playing soccer.”. WHERE AND WHO ARE DUNGARVAN UNITED AFC? Dungarvan United A.F.C. was established in 1966 and found their permanent home in Kilrush Park in 1980. The club constructed its current Clubhouse and original dressing rooms in 1982 and this has provided a foundation for their clubs social and playing activities since then. Dungarvan United A.F.C. constructed new dressing rooms in 2007 as their old facilities had become dated and have recently modernised their clubhouse facility and installed disabled toilets. Dungarvan United A.F.C. has secured many honours over the years with success ranging from Under 11 to Senior Teams on the field of play.Their most noted suc-

cess to date was their phenomenal Youth’s team in 1989 who won all before them, including the F.A.I. Youth’s Cup and the Waterford Youth’s League and Cup Double amongst others. More important than cups and trophies is participation and involvement in the community. They currently have 27 teams in the club ranging from U6 to adult mens and includes 4 girls and women’s teams. Along with these teams, local schools and local community groups use their pitches and Astro Turf Facilities and their dressing rooms, it can be seen that Dungarvan United A.F.C. provides a very worthwhile community service to the town. However they only have one pitch of their own and have had use of the Waterford Crystal Pitch for many years which has allowed them to grow to this size. BAD NEWS The solicitors for Waterford Crystal in receivership has served Dungarvan United AFC notice to stop using the Glass Pitch, which could decimate the club. They may need to get rid of up to 14 teams from the club which would be devastating. SLIGHTLY BETTER NEWS – BUT NOT GREAT! A&L Goodbody have advised that the property is about to be put up for sale and they have asked if Dungarvan United AFC want to make an offer for the land and buildings before it goes on general sale. The club are quoted as saying that of course they would love to buy the pitches and have currently called an EGM to establish a fundraising committee to try and achieve this goal. The club has made huge strides in developing both their own grounds and the Glass Pitch that they have also being using for over 25 years and as a result are heavily in debt and hence borrowing more funds is not a realistic option. Sports Capital Grants don’t allow pitches to be purchased unfortunately. They will need to appeal to local and national business and government agencies to help them raise the funds that will allow Dungarvan United to survive, to grow and to prosper and to provide a safe home for the children of Dungarvan to play football . Dungarvan United AFC’s own pitch and the

glass facility next door is zoned by the council in the town plan for leisure use ONLY, which reduces the value of the site. CONSTANT VANDALISM OF GLASS PITCH The glass pitch and old tennis courts were constantly being attacked and vandalised and were a haven for underage drinking and drug taking. With the kind permission of the local Crystal Centre Committee, Dungarvan United AFC spent a lot of money removing the old tennis courts and cleaned up the site fully and got an extra training pitch for the club in the process. WHAT DEVELOPMENTS HAVE DUNGARVAN UNITED AFC MADE RECENTLY? They have invested a lot of money in the maintenance of the Glass Pitch along with their own facility and it is now one of the finest playing surfaces in the county. Draining their main pitch become an absolute necessity when they started to have games cancelled on a regular basis. In draining their main pitch, they now have the basis for having one of the best pitches in the county, if not the country. They are also nearing completion the project of floodlighting Kilrush Park which is essential for the future of the club and are currently fundraising to complete the project which is 75% completed. Their old Astro turf was becoming a safety hazard and as a result they recently borrowed to invest in new facility. Dungarvan United AFC are looking for help in raising much needed funds for the club to survive and also to obtain the funds to complete our floodlights project and to purchase the Glass Sports Facility. HOW CAN YOU HELP? They are open to suggestions and would love to meet up any interested parties to discuss further. Dungarvan United AFC would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to the people of Dungarvan to come and visit their facilities and hope you will consider supporting Dungarvan United AFC in to the future. Feel free to contact the club on email davidwalsh1@hotmail.com or call out and meet us in person in Kilrush Park.

Pictured at the MACE Excellence Awards at the Sheraton Athlone Hotel were Derek O'Connell, BWG Foods; Joan and Michael Houlihan, MACE Lismore, Co. Waterford. [Johnny Bambury, Fennell Photography]

Four Waterford MACE Stores claim top accolade for Retail Excellence MACE stores from across the country have been honoured at the MACE Excellence Awards for achieving exceptional standards in retailing, which was held recently in the Sheraton Hotel, Athlone. The MACE Excellence Awards are only awarded to MACE stores that pass a grueling year-long inspection, including unannounced audits and visits from mystery shoppers. Kirelis & Hannon’s Maxol MACE Dunmore Road and Houlihan’s MACE Lismore were among a group of retailers

from around the country who were awarded an Excellence Award for five consecutive years.The other Waterford stores to receive an Excellence Award were: Kirelis & Hannon’s Maxol MACE Kingsmeadow and Mooney’s MACE Holycross Congratulating the winners, Alex Banahan, MACE Sales Director, said: “The MACE Excellence Awards recognise those who, through their commitment to outstanding retail standards and customer service, continue to set the benchmark for the brand and

marketplace overall. Increasingly high standards are undoubtedly contributing to the continued success of MACE.” The MACE Excellence awards are now in their 12th year. MACE is the longest serving convenience brand in Ireland, serving local communities for more than 50 years. Operated by independent retailers, the network includes local community stores as well as forecourt shopping, with over 220 MACE stores located around the country.

Waterford Schools urged to apply for new supports for pupils with Down Syndrome – Ciara Conway LABOUR TD Ciara Conway is urging local schools who wish to avail of new teaching resources for children with Down Syndrome to submit their applications now. Ciara Conway says: “This week, my colleague Education Minister Jan O’Sullivan announced that she is allocating 2.5 resource teaching hours per week for each qualifying child with Down Syndrome. “It is a significant step forward because the Government - through Minister O’Sullivan - is recognising the need to address the cluster of difficulties related to Down Syndrome, in addition to general learning difficulties, through additional

teaching supports. “To date, the absence of such support is something which has concerned many parents of children with Down Syndrome throughout Waterford. Indeed it is an issue which Minister O’Sullivan, Tanaiste Joan Burton and the Labour Party at large have worked to address on an ongoing basis. “Local schools who want to avail of these new supports should now log onto ncse.ie - the website of the National Council for Special Education - for more information on how to apply.This is necessary to ensure the resource teachers can be in schools by September.”

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32 County 24 Hours Charity Drive – John C. Flood, Dungarvan Nissan who sponsored the car, waves the checkered flag, as Daniel Bray, Denis Meaney, Gearoid Byrne and Michael Flynn set off from Dungarvan Nissan last Saturday on their 32 Counties in 24 hours Charity Drive in aid of the Irish Cancer Society, Crumlin Children’s Hospital and the West Waterford Hospice. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

EirGrid’s proposal to transmit through existing lines welcomed FROM FRONT PAGE It was two years ago when it was brought to light that EirGrid proposed to building a network of high voltage power lines and super structure pylons across County Waterford as part its upgrade and development of Ireland’s transmission grid. Mr. Hartley, who was instrumental in the campaign against towering pylons cutting across the Comeragh Mountains, noted that the new technology EirGrid intends to review is called ‘Series Compensation’ which enables more power to be

transmitted through existing lines at a fraction of the cost. He said that ‘Series Compensation’ is a technology being used in other countries and EirGrid are considering using this new technology on the Grid Link Project between Knockraha in County Cork to Dunstown in County Kildare, passing through Counties Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny and Carlow. “It avoids significant new 400kv pylon infrastructure which EirGrid had intended to use on a new Greenfield Gridlink corri-

dor,” said Mr. Hartley, but warned that the ‘battle is not yet won’ especially for those living close to the existing 220 kV power lines. Mr. Hartley said he would “err on the side of caution” until we have had time to read the accompanying EirGrid strategy document. “After all it is worth remembering EirGrid have been at pains to point out that the €3.2 billion transmission system upgrade was absolutely essential, with former Ministers going as far as saying ‘your toaster and kettle would not work,

if we don't upgrade the system urgently’,” he said. “The Grid25 is a comprehensive plan to upgrade the transmission system to guarantee secure delivery of power into the future which I and thousands of others in communities all over Ireland are not opposed to … but to spend billions on a new transmission system and then try to power it on an intermittent, over subsidised, excessively overpriced wind industry does not make viable financial sense. To date EirGrid do not have a qualified Medical physician on the board or its independent

expert panel.” Mr. Hartley added that the government needs to call a moratorium on all Energy infrastructure projects until Ireland can assess its future NREAP National Renewable Energy Action Plan. EirGrid is seeking views and comments from the public on a dedicated website at eirgrid.com/yourgridyourviews, or, alternatively, you can visit your local EirGrid office, open between 10.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. from Monday, 30th March to Friday, 6th April (excluding Good Friday and Easter Monday).

Country Markets open as usual this Good Friday THE Country Markets will be open as usual on Good Friday providing the usual range of fresh home made and home grown produce. The Country Markets is held

every Friday morning from 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. at the Causeway Tennis and Bowling Club. There are plenty of fresh vegetables, fruit, cakes, as well as coffee corner for those who want to stop

for a cuppa and a chat with the ladies at the market. FESTIVAL OF FOOD The Country Markets will also be in the marquee on Sunday, 12th

April, for the West Waterford Festival of Food, with their usual range of goods. The Country Markets won the Regional and the Festival of Food Award in 2013 - 2014.

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Spice up your specs in Waterford Emma Bunton launches the annual search for the Spectacle Wearer of the Year 2015

Picture shows (l. to r.): Megan Clarke (13,) Finglas, Warrenmount N.S.; Ann Phelan, T.D., Minister of State for Rural Affairs; Mr. Martin Kelleher, Managing Director of SuperValu, and Dylan Matthews (16), Santry, Ard Scoil Rís, at the launch of 2015 SuperValu Tidy Towns competition. The SuperValu Tidy Towns competition for 2015 was officially launched by Ann Phelan, T.D., Minister of State for Rural Affairs, and Mr. Martin Kelleher, Managing Director of SuperValu, sponsors of the competition. Both Minister Phelan, T.D., and Martin Kelleher discussed the benefits of the Tidy Towns competition to Irish communities.

2015 SuperValu Tidy Towns competition calls on County Waterford to get involved THE SuperValu TidyTowns competition for 2015 was officially launched recently by Ann Phelan, T.D., Minister of State for Rural Affairs and Mr. Martin Kelleher, Managing Director of SuperValu, sponsors of the competition called on communities throughout Co. Waterford to get involved. Speaking at the launch, Martin Kelleher, SuperValu Managing Director said “2015 marks the 24th year of SuperValu’s sponsorship of TidyTowns. This is one of the longest running sponsorships in Ireland and one that we are extremely proud to be supporting and we hope the people of Co. Waterford will be as much involved this year as in previous years. We believe in local and TidyTowns is a perfect partnership for SuperValu.With 222 stores nationwide, our retailers are uniquely positioned to work with TidyTowns committees in Co. Waterford and throughout Ireland to build sustainable communities that we will be proud to pass on to future generations. Not only do we support TidyTowns nationally, but retailers contribute a further €100,000 to committees locally. Year on year, there is tremendous work carried out by TidyTowns committees in Co. Waterford and every town and village in Ireland and this year we are hoping to further acknowledge this work with the inclusion of a youth category award, which will recognise some of the fine work undertaken by younger committee members. We live in challenging times, economically and socially, but the SuperValu TidyTowns competition demonstrates the power of local and the value it brings to our communities and our country.” On launching the competition Minister Phelan said “The SuperValu TidyTowns Competition encourages the efforts of local people who bring huge benefits to their communities. It recognises all the work of the TidyTowns volunteers, from the planning stage to the completion of projects. It gives communities a vehicle to come together to effect change where they live. Each year for the last four years this competition has attracted over 800 entries from cities, towns and villages throughout the country and I hope that this impetus will be sustained this year.” Minister Phelan mentioned the significance of the work

of TidyTowns volunteers in preserving Ireland’s reputation as a clean and green destination to live in, do business in and visit. “The work of the generations of volunteers on TidyTowns committees cannot be overestimated, their efforts have been improving the environment in which we live for 57 years and has helped to transform the appearance of our towns and villages and to promote Ireland’s image abroad. The sense of place that develops when communities work together and take ownership of their own surroundings is evident where TidyTowns committees are active. Their communities offer a unique experience to visitors, from both at home and abroad. The Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government has worked in partnership with Volunteer Ireland to grow voluntary effort; their website www.volunteer.ie matches members of the public interested in volunteering with voluntary opportunities in their own areas. TidyTowns committees should take advantage of this initiative to seek out new volunteers or voluntary expertise” The Minister expressed her appreciation to SuperValu for their continued support in sponsoring the competition. “SuperValu have supported this competition for nearly a quarter of a century, they have helped it grow through their sponsorship and through their nationwide network of retailers. Thank you Martin and all your team for your support for this competition.” As well as the main competition there are also ten Special Competitions that can be entered. Welcoming these competitions Minister Phelan said “these competitions add to the SuperValu TidyTowns competition and I would like to encourage entrants to consider entering some of them as well as the main competition. I also thank the sponsors of these competitions for their support over the years.” The closing date for receipt of entries for this year’s competitions is 22nd May, 2015. Entry forms to the SuperValu TidyTowns competition can be obtained from the TidyTowns Unit in the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government – Phone (096-24309) or by visiting www.tidytowns.ie or www.supervalu.ie. For entry to the Special Competitions please download your entry form at www.tidytowns.ie

FORMER Spice Girl and Heart Radio DJ Emma Bunton has teamed up with Specsavers in Waterford and Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin to launch this year’s search for the Wannabe Spectacle Wearers of the Year. The overall winner of competition will be presented with €12,000 in cash and a dream stay at the Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas. The prize will be presented later this year at a star-studded event in central London. Emma is the face of this year’s Specsavers’ Love Glasses campaign and the associated Spectacle Wearer of the Year competition, now in its 20th year. Emma says: ‘I’ve been wearing glasses for years, even before I needed a prescription. I wore them without lenses because I think they’re a great way to accessorise!’ ‘Glasses should be fun. I love the variety, from dark frames to tortoiseshell and two-tone. I also like being a bit out there and wearing white or vintage glasses. I think the good thing about the range available now is that you can have so much fun with them.’ Garvan Mulligan, Store Director at Specsavers in Waterford, says: ‘We want to celebrate the specs-wearing superstars in Waterford. The Spectacle of the Year Awards offer the perfect opportunity for men and women of any age to show how fabulous they look in glasses and to wear their specs with pride.’ For every eligible entry Specsavers will donate €1 to

Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. Johann Fox, Corporate Fundraising Manager at the Children’s Medical & Research Foundation, Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin said of the campaign: “We are delighted to have partnered with Specsavers Waterford. Together we hope to fundraise successfully and make a real difference to the lives of the 130,000 children who come through our doors each year. We’d encourage the people of Waterford to get behind the Spectacle Wearer of the Year competition, and in turn behind Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital,

Crumlin.” There are five age categories – 16-24, 25-34, 3544, 45-59 and over 60s plus a Facebook favourite voted for by the public. A winner from each category will win a VIP makeover and will mingle with celebrities at an awards ceremony in London on 6th October. To be in with a chance of scooping the biggest accolade in the specs-wearing world, glasses wearers can enter the competition online at www.specsavers.ie/loveglasses, via Facebook www.facebook.com/specsavers or alternatively at your nearest Specsavers store.

Irish Guide Dogs looking for Puppy Foster families in Munster TRAIN a future hero dog – How would you like to spend your time taking care of a puppy in your home in order to help Irish Guide Dogs provide its much-needed training services? Irish Guide Dogs is urgently looking for volunteer puppy walkers in the Munster area. As a puppy walker you will foster and socialise the pup from 6 weeks to 12-14 months. The puppy must be allowed to sleep in your home and all training equipment and food will be provided by Irish Guide Dogs.You'll also get regular training

classes and support from your puppy walking supervisor. For a prospective Guide Dog or Assistance Dog, puppy walking is very much an important part of the training and you will be supporting the charity’s essential work for people with vision impairments and children with autism. The essential requirements are, there must be an adult at home full-time and puppies can’t be placed in homes where there are children under the age of five.To find out more or to apply online, lo-call 1850 506 300 or go to www.guidedogs.ie

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Two pieces of The Berlin Wall being installed in Lismore Castle Gardens on 26th March, 2015.

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S e s a m e S p e c i a l N e e d s P r e s c h o o l c e l e b ra t e s n e w f a c i l i t y a n d ‘ S n o o z e l a n’ a t W h i t e S t ra n d C h i l d c a r e, A b b eys i d e SESAME Special Needs Preschool held an open day last Friday to celebrate their new premises and the installation of a ‘Snoozelan’, a unique sensory room for children with special needs. The new building is spacious and very inviting and Sesame Preschool endeavours to provide a safe, caring and happy environment for children where they can experience opportunities that support and extend their knowledge, understanding, and confidence. It provides an early intervention service for children with additional needs in County Waterford. The new facility has recently added a sensory room ‘Snoozelan’ - a resource which offers children gentle stimulation of the primary senses.

Staff team: Catriona Cliffe, Pamela Morrissey, Eleanor McGrath, Karen McGovern and Ann Casey. A Snoozelan costs in the region of €15,000, which was raised for the facility,

The vibercoustic ball pool in the sensory room.

The sensory / Snoozelan room at White Strand Childcare facility.

thanks to the generosity of the local community. Sesame is part of the larger organisation of County Waterford Community Childcare which also runs ‘Le Cheile’ Community Childcare at Mitchel Street, Dungarvan which opened in January 2009. Over 150 children attend Le Cheile weekly. County Waterford Community Childcare is made up of a seven member voluntary Board of Management. The Board of Management were approached in early 2012 and asked to take over the running of the Sesame Preschool. Sesame has been running in Dungarvan for almost 30 years under the care of the previous voluntary committee. Sesame Preschool is funded by the HSE Disability Service. In September 2014 Sesame moved to the White Strand Childcare Facility in Abbeyside. At present 16 children attend Sesame on a weekly

basis. Sesame runs two sessions - a morning session, Monday to Friday, from 9.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and an afternoon session, Tuesday to Thursday from 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Applications for Sesame are only accepted on referral basis through the HSE West Waterford Early Intervention team (WWEI). Children can access the service on reaching two years of age. Eleanor McGrath, Manager of Sesame said they recognise the importance of creating a space where the child is comfortable and the parent / carer is confident of the quality of care provided. “In Sesame, we appreciate the uniqueness of each individual child and our approaches are tailored to same,” said Ms. McGrath. “The fundamental years are of paramount importance and intervention at this stage gives children a footstool for future progression. In Sesame, we work from a child’s strength rather than their weaknesses

and we always follow their lead. As a team our motto is ability not disability. “High quality and accessibility are at the core of our service. We want to build positive relationships with families and work effectively with them and their children by being responsive to their changing needs,” added Ms. McGrath. Sesame Preschool complies with all of the Pre-school Services Regulations, and is fully insured and approved by the HSE. The protection and welfare of children is of utmost importance, therefore the facility has a detailed policy on child protection and positive behaviour which are implemented by all Sesame Staff. Sesame Preschool Staff includes: Catriona Cliffe, Class Room Nurse; Karen McGovern, Childcare Assistant; Pamela Morrissey, Childcare Assistant; Shauna Donovan, Childcare Assistant; Ann Casey, Childcare Assistant; Sandra Power, Childcare Assistant; and Manager, Eleanor McGrath. All staff in direct contact with the children at Sesame Preschool are qualified and experienced in the area of childcare with particular emphasis on Special Needs. All Staff are committed to ongoing training and development. For the future, the Board of Management and Staff of Sesame are determined to work towards a centre of excellence for our children. Sesame will continue to work to deliver appropriate and specific based care / education as identified. We would like to take this opportunity to thank those who continue to support and work with us.

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‘Home’ corner in the playroom.

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Waterford’s first distillery in 175 years officially opened BLACKWATER Distillery, the first distillery in Waterford for 175 years was officially opened this week in Cappoquin by Ann Phelan TD, Minister of State at the Departments of Agriculture, Food & Marine and Transport, Tourism & Sport. At the launch Minister Phelan said “The Irish agrifood and beverage sector is seeing a re-awakening of Ireland’s tradition and heritage in quality craft distilling and the Blackwater distillery is at the heart of this revival.” She continued “The agri-food sector is playing a key role in Ireland’s export led recovery. Here in rural Ireland, it is the local indigenous companies, like Blackwater Distillery, that are supporting growth and jobs.” Peter Mulryan, director and distiller said “The last distillery in Waterford closed in Clashmore in 1840, during the reign of Queen Victoria. Blackwater Distillery’s first product, Blackwater No 5 Gin, uses spices that would have traded on the river in the Victorian period. We are already exporting Blackwater No 5 Gin to Germany and the UK where it is the UK Craft Gin Club’s Gin of the Month”. In attendance at the launch were Mayor James Tobin, Ciara Conway TD, John Deasy TD, Cllr. John Pratt, Cllr. Declan Doocey, Christine O’Donovan, President of West Waterford & Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce and members of the restaurant and business community in Waterford. In early April, Blackwater Distillery will release a limited edition Irish Poteen for the West Waterford Festival of Food. Blackwater No 5 Gin is

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Eirgrid about-turn on pylons IT is often wonderful, not to mention strange how new technology, never known about before can emerge just in time to save a delicate situation. There was such an eventuality last Friday morning when face-saving technology was unveiled by Eirgrid which would finally solve and put to bed the problem of conveying increasing electrical capacity around the country without the necessity for massive pylons, social disruption or demonstrations in the streets. The new plan for enhancing the electricity grid was unveiled on the RTE Morning Ireland programme by the CEO of Eirgrid and, while it may have been good news for the people of the South East who may have seen the last of the proposed super-pylon project, those in the Roscommon / Mayo region may not be as happy. The new proposals for that area employ the use of overground – meaning pylons – transmission with some of the lines being undergrounded as well. Least happy will be those living along the route of the North / South interconnector who will have to tolerate a new overground line. The CEO explained that as there was no existing line there to enhance, the project would have to start from scratch on an overground plan. The CEO emphasised that the new strategy is influenced by public feedback, advances in technology and a commitment to minimise the need for new infrastructure. If there is, or will be the promised twelve weeks of public consultation, then it will be a new approach. Their public relations policy has been greatly flawed up to now, categorised more by arrogance than any desire to meet the needs of the public half-way. However, better late than never. The change of strategy involves using ‘new and advanced technologies’ to see how they might deploy them today, essentially to make the task of extending the grid more efficient and to maximise the use of the existing grid. This means using a new process to send a greater

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Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate amount of electricity along the existing lines, thereby negating the necessity for new lines, therefore no new pylons. This comes as very good news to all of the residents along the Cork / Wexford route and has to represent a victory for those who took on the task of opposing the despoliation of our countryside. In view of the fact that Eirgrid see no difficulty in supplying the electrical needs of the South-East until 2025, then the elimination of the super-pylons proposal represents no negative result for our region. It is extremely difficult, even well nigh impossible, to understand why this option was not found sooner. It also casts a shadow over the various Ministers who vigorously promoted the unacceptable Eirgrid proposal, forecasting dire economic consequences for our region and the country as a whole if it were not implemented. Were they taken in by the Eirgrid spiel? It would be interesting to establish to what extent the desire of private business to generate additional capacity for transmission to Britain for commercial gain played in the now defunct process. It would appear that the people of the South East owe a debt of gratitude to those who went the extra mile in opposing the super pylons and future Eirgrid policies will probably endorse that.

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from increased growth. Unemployment is falling, standing around 10 and may be back below a landmark 8.5 by next year. A reduced Social Welfare bill also allows for the accumulation of more resources. It is clear that it was government policy which has brought us back to where we are now, probably two years ahead of schedule, but this has come at a great price. In view of the hardship and suffering which these policies have inflicted on the less well off who were forced – not asked – to bear more than their fair share, it reflects little credit on those who implemented the harsh regime. In view of the fact that each 1% of growth yields a further 1.6 billion euro to the exchequer, the available funds after meeting our financial commitments to our borrowers, are growing steadily and are more substantial than anyone could have foreseen. The budget deficit will probably be gone by next year, two years earlier than anticipated, which will free up further funds also. The question now is what to do with the extra monies which are considerable. In view of the dire state of the health service, the length of the queues, the long waiting lists, the severe staffing shortage, the lack of treatments, some funds must be made available for that service immediately. There is a strong body of opinion within the Government which suggests we should use the windfall to reduce borrowings, and then begin to repay our outstanding legacy debt. This is not acceptable. People are suffering, some dying for lack of treatment, many are occupying – and dying in – chairs and trolleys in hospitals while nursing and medical staff are pushed to their limits. In any debate about the disbursement of additional resources, then the essential public services, those that make the lives of people bearable, must have first call. In view of the Government’s dismal and uncaring social record, there is nothing to suggest that the people of Ireland will exercise any priority over the banks of Germany for the larger slice of the national financial cake.

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West Waterford artists join new Youghal Art and Craft Centre By Christy Parker WEST Waterford artists and craft workers have embraced an opportunity to join a new craft and design centre in Youghal. Up to six workers from the region are part of an inaugural collective at the centre, which also includes a re-opened Jack O’Patsy pottery. It is hoped that the initiative, in Friar Street, will help to establish an arts quarter in the area. Once commercially vibrant –with two cinemas, shops and bars – Friar Street and the adjoining South Main Street the two streets are now dotted with vacant and derelict sites. Last November Youghal Chamber of Tourism and Commerce invited property owners to help rejuvenate the streets as an arts quarter in a long-term project. GOODWILL The new centre is based in the former Horgan’s cinema, which closed in the 1980’s before being bought by Jack O’Patsy owner Pat Collins in 1995. His pottery business closed twice since then, most recently in 2012, but Pat feels that signs of economic recovery and “goodwill towards local produce”, presents an opportunity to re-open. As the first proprietor to embrace the Chamber’s proposal, Pat will facilitate eight art and craft enterprises alongside pottery making in the two-storey building. The ground floor offers Jack O’Patsy pottery –along with Badger Hill and Mountain View labelsfor manufacture and retail. “Visitors can buy off the

Andrea Cashell, whose beautiful chalk pastels are just some of the craft items now on display at the newly reopened Jack O'Patsy Potter and Craft Shop in Youghal. [Gerry O'Mahony]

shelf or place orders on the premises and watch them being made if they choose,” says the Dunmanway-born proprietor. A small tea shop co-exists on the ground floor. The enterprise will employ four, including Pat’s Polish-born partner and mother of his two children, Ewelina (pronounced Evelina). Wexford potter Derek O’Rourke will also work for the company. UPSTAIRS ART The upper floor provides an open space setting for eight artists and craft workers. They include west Waterford’s Mandy Murphy (ceramics) from Clashmore, Samantha (Sam) Garvey from Kinsalebeg and Emma Penruddock (Hall) who lives near Ardsallagh. Emma organises the display and sales of Irish art and crafts from over 50 providers through I am Of Ireland, her online and home-based showcasing forum. Her clients include Felix and Bill Faulkner (jewellery and whiskey barrel furniture, respectively) from Knockanore. Other proponents in the new centre include Eileen McGoldrick (painting), Andrea Murphy (painting), Justin McLennon (web design & graphics),Youghal Crazy Glazing (ceramics) and Ber O’Mahoney (crochet). The artists work under yearly contracts “for a modest fee”, Pat explains and leases can be cancelled by either party on a month’s notice. Some of the artists are already arranging training lessons for locals of all ages and abilities. ENTHUSIASTIC WELCOMES Certainly, the west Waterford contingent gave the centre an enthusiastic

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Assemble at 2.45 p.m. in Fourmilewater March behind the “Youghal Cork Hill Pipe Band” to Fourmilewater Church West Waterford well represented at the re-opening of Jack O'Patsy Pottery and Gift Shop in Youghal last week. Pictured here are Amanda Murphy, Emma Hall and Sam Garvey; who all have their wares on show there. [Gerry O'Mahony] welcome on its opening night.“It’s a fantastic opportunity for artists to work and exhibit in a shared space,” says Amanda Murphy, relishing her first foray into the world of communal art space. She agrees with Pat’s surmise that the centre provides a showcase for artists who might not be able, for various reasons, to acquire such space individually. “A community space also helps artists to advise and inspire each other with new ideas,” she enthuses. Emma Penruddick has worked alone for three years from her home and, more particularly, online. She will continue to do so but given that most visitors to her relatively remote home are “intrepid and adventurous” types, she is greatly looking forward to the enhanced visibility that Friar Street offers her displays. “This will make a big difference to us and introduce the tourist market to our work too,” she surmises. She is, she smiles, equally looking forward to “working alongside like-minded individuals and hopefully influencing each other.” Sam Garvey, originally from Manchester, spent five years selling her skills from home in Kinsalebeg as she networked an industrial type trail through research

and development contracts. Eventually, she decided to liberate her creative instincts and, preparing for a new way of life, undertook a small business course in Cork last June. Then suddenly along came the craft and design centre. “This is like a dream come through,” she explains. “I had the business plan but it was still kind of frightening. It’s like a co-operative here and I strongly believe we can all co-promote and benefit from working alongside each other here.” For now Sam won’t be manufacturing at the centre but will focus on supplying textile fabrics for crafters, knitters, sewers and quilters as well as a large range of haberdashery goods. “I am so happy to be part of this,” she smiles. Meanwhile, Nick Ryan would like other property owners in the area to contact the Chamber with a view discussing options to regenerate the area. Youghal Craft & Design Centre opens seven days a week from 9.30 am -5 pm. Tele: (024) 91083. Youghal Chamber is on (024) 92447. See also: http://youghalcraftanddesign.com/ and Facebook. The centre will be officially opened by Sinn Féin TD Sandra McLellan at 7.30 on Friday, April 10th.

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IN true Taylor Swift ticket-selling style, tickets to a number of West Waterford Festival of Food events sold out on March 9th in 20 minutes. Fear not, there are still tickets to many events that you can get your hands on. The festival begins on Thursday, April 9th, with Dungarvan Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market; following the free to attend market are Cake Decorating Demonstrations at 6.30 p.m. and 7.45 p.m. in Ormondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ, Grattan Square. If cake decorating is not your thing, and you prefer to get out and forage, we have a Seaweed Seminar on Friday at 3.00 p.m. and on Saturday at 4.00 p.m. at Clonea Beach, where you can forage and then sample sea weed with local expert, Marie Power, the Sea Gardener. In contrast to these events are the new drink series events which take place during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival. In conjunction with Dungarvan Brewing Company, we are bringing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Irish Craft in a Glass: Ginâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;- along with a Beer event too - which celebrates the birth of Irish distillery craft gin, with tastings from Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five micro distilleries. Later that evening, time to slow down and enjoy some â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Slow Food Dining â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Good, Clean & Fairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; a beautiful evening of food, chat and good company at 8pm in Nude Food with Slow Food members including Keith Bohanna joining in the conversation. On

SINCE the launch of West Waterford Festival of Food 2015 programme on March 6th, the West Waterford Festival of Food telephone has been ringing non-stop with pleas of bringing back â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Busy With Biscuitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and we are making it happen. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Busy with Biscuitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is an event for 5 years + and is all about children getting busy with the decorating of biscuits, with an added treat of bringing the biscuits home with them! The event is known for being in Ard Scoil na nDĂŠise with Mrs. Fox but this year, due to the State Examinations being on around the same time, we are changing the venue. West Waterford Festival of

Friday evening, our BBQ will be back with a bang and this year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting funky: music by Thank Funk will perform hits from over the decades from David Bowie to Bruno Mars, while Chef Conor Foran will fire up the BBQ. Start your Saturday with a breakfast that will set you up for the festival weekend at â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Flahavanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Breakfast Brunchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in Tannery restaurant, with coffee connoisseur Badger & Dodo. Learn the tricks and hints you might have missed from your gran about cooking and baking on Saturday at the ICA Cookcamp. Other events on the Saturday that should not be missed are a GIY Workshop with GIY founder, Michael Kelly speaking this year; free events TionĂłl na nDĂŠise, In The Museum, In the Library, Toddler Travel and Family Fun, Fruity Pickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mix for Young Foodies and fun at the quay, Seafood Saturday. Some more events that are not to be missed are: Irish Craft In A Glass: Cider, Comedy Grub Club, Food Stories: From Farm To Shelf, Bus Bia Tours, Hill Walking in the Knockmealdowns, Crude Food Trail and the infamous demo and discussion events. See more events online at www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com, where you can also buy tickets.

Food would like to with the students luck in their exams and we hope to be back in the school venue next year! For West Waterford Festival of Food 2015, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Busy with Biscuitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will be on in DĂŠise Day Care Centre, Mitchell St., which is easily accessible via Hopper Busses, which are run by Go Dungarvan. There will be two â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Busy with Biscuitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; events on Saturday, 11th April; the first will be at 10.00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10.45 a.m. and the second will be on at 11.15 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12 noon. Tickets for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Busy with Biscuitsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; are on sale from Wine Buff, Grattan Square and online at www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood

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IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: CIDER BraoinĂn Ă&#x2030;ireannach: Leann Ă&#x161;ll

Friday - Aoine 10th

Thursday - DĂŠardaoin 9th MARKET

FREE

DUNGARVAN FARMERS MARKET Margadh FeirmeoirĂ Venue: Grattan Square, Dungarvan Time: 9am - 2pm Our Weekly Farmers Market.

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IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: BEER BraoinĂn Ă&#x2030;ireannach: Beoir

TRAILS & TOURS SEAWEED SEMINAR

Venue: Clonea Beach Time: 3pm - 4.15pm Foraging walk on the beach followed by chat and sampling. Guided by local expert Marie Power, the Sea Gardener. Meeting Point: Clonea Strand Hotel car park. Appropriate clothing and footwear essential. Please bring scissors and plastic bag to take seaweed cuttings. Pre-booking essential.

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OPENING CEREMONY AND MIY GIY AWARDS

Venue: Ormondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ, Grattan Square, Dungarvan Time: 6.30pm - 7.15pm / 7.45pm - 8.30pm Watch and learn from Judith

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Venue: Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan Time: 7pm - 9pm Dungarvan Library Services presents â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Lunchboxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at the Old Market +RXVH $UWV &HQWUH 7KH Č´ OP ZLOO EH SUHFHGHG E\ ZLQH WDVWLQJV ZLWK 0L FKDHO 6KHHKDQ 7KH :LQH %XÎ?

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FUNKY FRIDAY BBQ Gig na FĂŠile

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DUNGARVAN COUNTRY MARKET Margadh Tuaithe

Venue: The Causeway Tennis Club, Abbeyside Time: 9.30am - 1pm Range of fresh and homemade items available

DINING THREE COURSE WHEEL TrĂ ChĂşrsa ar do Rothar

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Meeting point: The Moorings, Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay Time: 12pm - 2.30pm (QMR\ *R 'XQJDUYDQČ&#x2021;V FRXUVH PHDO ZLWK D GLÎ? HUHQFH you cycle from venue to venue. Booking essential. Bicycles can be hired from Bob Troy on 058 45400 or 058 41590. Family Ticket is for 2 adults & 2 children under 12.

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Venue: Dromana House, on the Blackwater Time: 7.30pm Eunice Power cooks in the Big House, celebrating West Waterford food generations on the menu. Bus available for return journey from DunJDUYDQ %RRN RQOLQH RU DW WKH WLFNHW RÉ? FH

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RESTAURANT TRAILS: ALONG THE QUAY

Venue: Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay Time: 7pm Follow the trail and Dine in 3 Restaurants - enjoy a course in each. Starter (7pm) The Moorings Interlude Indian Ocean

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SLOW FOOD DINING - GOOD, CLEAN & FAIR ScĂŠalta faoi Mhallbhia

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Venue: Nude Food Time: 8pm A menu & evening celebrating Slow Food Stories.

CHOCOLATE MASTERCLASS Venue: Ormondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ, Grattan Square, Dungarvan Time: 7pm - 8.30pm Learn from a master chocolatier.

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Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Time: 10.15 - 11am (7 - 11yrs) / 11.30am - 12.15pm (12+ yrs) Learn to make your own pizza. 2 sessions for 7 - 11 years and 12 years up.

KITCHEN SINK SCIENCE EolaĂ sa Chistin

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Venue: St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s N.S., Dungarvan Time: 10am - 11am / 11.15am - 12.15pm / 12.30pm - 1.30pm Lismore Heritage Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mobile Scientist, host Kichen Sink Science and CSI.

DINING

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FLAHAVANâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BREAKFAST BRUNCH Venue: Tannery Cookery School Time: 12pm A brunch of the best of Waterford produce to set you up for the weekend.

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Venue: Dungarvan Sailing Club Time: 3pm Aoife Carrigy chats to our guests about their own family journeys in food.

FREE

SEAFOOD SATURDAY Cois CĂŠ

Venue: Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay Time: 12.30 - 4.30pm Demoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, displays, food and fun - something for everyone on Seafood Saturday.

WINE TASTINGS & FILM SCREENING Blaiseadh FĂona agus ScannĂĄn

DISCUSSION TOWN HALL DEMOS & DISCUSSION TaispeĂĄntais ChĂłcaireachta i Halla an Bhaile

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COMEDY GRUB CLUB Greim le Greann

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Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel, Dungarvan Time: 9pm (Doors 8.30pm) Dungarvan Brewing Company presents Danny Dowlingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Comedy Feast.

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Venue: Town Hall, Friary St. Dungarvan

Food Stories - The Emerging Generation Time:

12pm - 1.30pm

FREE

REAL BREAD REVOLUTION

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Venue: Nude Food Time: 11.30am Returning bread to its rightful place as king of the table. Chat with the bakers.

FREE

50 SHADES OF TAE An CupĂĄn Tae

Venue: Blasta Wholefoods, Main St., Dungarvan Time: 3pm Learn about quality teas from China. Prepare and taste Matcha tea.

IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: WHISKEY BraoinĂn Ă&#x2030;ireannach: Uisce Beatha

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868, Lower Main St, Dungarvan Time: 4pm - 5pm Deconstructing a whiskey cask with Jameson cooper Ger Buckley and enjoy tastings.

HEAR GENERATIONS OF FOOD STORIES FOOD STORIES: THE PRODUCERS

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Venue: Old Market House Arts Centre Time: 11am

FOOD STORIES: BRINGING THE FOOD TO THE PEOPLE Venue: Dungarvan Library Time: 2.30pm

MARKET ENTERPRISING FOOD MARKET

Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gastro Pub

Venue: The Marquee, Grattan Square Time: 1.30pm - 5pm /RFDO (QWHUSULVH 2É? FH KRVW WKH EnterpRISING producers of Waterford.

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FOOD STORIES: FROM FARM TO SHELF

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Venue: Grattan Square, Dungarvan Time: 7pm Follow the Trail and dine in 3 restaurants and an RÎ? OLFHQFH HQMR\LQJ RQH FRXUVH LQ HDFK

Saturday - Satharn 11th TODDLER TRAVEL AND FAMILY FUN Taisteal don LapadĂĄn & Spraoi don gClann

HISTORIC FUN AT DUNGARVAN CASTLE Spraoi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s Stair sa ChaisleĂĄn

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ALL WEEKEND EVENTS

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Venue: Le ChĂŠile, Mitchell St, Dungarvan Time: 11am - 1pm Play, information and advice for parents. See Hopper Bus route for Mitchell St. Tel: 087 9050484. With thanks to the Country Store..

Venue: Lismore Castle Time: 3pm - 5pm An Afternoon Tea served to you in the majestic Lismore Castle.

POP UP: FROM PERSIA WITH LOVE Le grĂĄ Ăłn Pheirs

Venue: Waterford County Museum, Friary St, Dungarvan Time: 11am - 12pm Learn about the history of milling with Flahavanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

Time: 11am & 2.30pm Fun for all with performances from Cork Circus.

FREE

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Venue: Deise Day Care Centre, Mitchell St., Dungarvan Time: 2.30pm - 4pm Favourite recipes from the ICA ladies- suitable for adults and children.

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Venue: Clonea Beach Time: 4pm - 5.15pm Foraging walk on the beach with chat and sampling. Meeting Point: Clonea Strand Hotel car park. Appropriate clothing and footwear essential. Please bring scissors and plastic bag to take seaweed cuttings. Pre-booking essential.

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Time: 11am - 3pm Meeting Point: Opp. Park Hotel. Enjoy hillwalking in the Vee, guided by Dungarvan Hill Walking Club. Each walker under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Not suitable for under 14yrs.

BUS BIA TOURS Busanna Bia

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Tour through wonderful West Waterford on one of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bus Biaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Buses

Venue: Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay, Dungarvan Go Dungarvan is installing a pop-up â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Parkletâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for the weekend.

#FOODCHOICES #roghabia Venue: Dungarvan Library Find out what local food these teens eat in a week and which shops, restaurants and cafes serve local produce.

TEEN SPACE Venue: *DUYH\Č&#x2021;V 6XSHUYDOX &DU 3DUN RÎ? *UDWWDQ 6T

Time: 11am - 4pm Sun Waterford Comhairle na nĂ&#x201C;g & GSK Dungarvan provide a space provide a space for teenagers to relax.

MODEL A MASCOT Our thanks to the local community and BeGreen for helping us dress the festival. We hope you enjoy the Food Mascots.

Venue: Nude Food Time: 9.30am - 11am Cooking, tasting and chat with Tom Jones of Sea of Vitality.

2. Beer and Seafood Tour / Beoir agus Bia Mara

FREE

Venue: Bainnlann ChĂşil na nGabhar, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell St. Time: 3.30pm â&#x20AC;&#x153;Na PrĂĄtaĂ Dubhaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & dĂŠantĂşis eile de chuid Molly na PĂĄirceâ&#x20AC;? simultaneous translation provided.

Venue: SGC Cinema, Dungarvan Time: As scheduled West Waterford Festival of Food comes to the cinema on April 10th and 11th with some local, artisan produce as your movie munchies.

Time: 10am - 1.30pm

3. The Dunhill Food Community Tour Time: 10am - 2pm

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Venue: St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church of Ireland Time: 10.30am - 12pm Getting started on your Kitchen Garden by GIY Dungarvan.

9th-12th April-AibreĂĄn 2015

MUNCHING AT THE MOVIES Nom Nom ag na ScannĂĄin

Time: 10am - 1.30pm

DISCUSSION

TIONĂ&#x201C;L NA NDĂ&#x2030;ISE ICA COOKCAMP MnĂĄ Tuaithe ag CĂłcaireacht

SEAWEED SEMINAR

1. The Blackwater Tour

GIY (GROW IT YOURSELF) WORKSHOP Ceardlann do GhĂĄirdĂn Cistine

FREE

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Venue: Causeway Tennis & Bowls Club, Dungarvan Time: 7.30pm - Late Eunice Power hosts a Persian themed dining event.

SEAWEED: THE NAKED TRUTH IN THE MUSEUM San Iarsmalann

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PARKLET ON THE QUAY FĂłntais ar an gCĂŠ

OUT AND ABOUT

HILL WALKING IN THE KNOCKMEALDOWNS SiĂşlĂłid i gCnoc Mhaoldomhnaigh

AFTERNOON TEA AT LISMORE CASTLE

FREE

Venue: Dungarvan Castle Time: 11am - 3pm See the farm animals, the food makers and enjoy cameos of times gone by.

FRUITY PICK â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; MIX FOR YOUNG FOODIES TorthaĂ don Aos Ă&#x201C;g

Venue: Walton Park, Dungarvan Time: 10am - 11am A road safety awareness session

IN THE LIBRARY Sa Leabharlann

HANDS ON

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RESTAURANT TRAIL: AROUND THE SQUARE

KIDS TRAIL DINING IN DROMANA DinnĂŠar i nDrom Eanaigh

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868, Lower Main St., Dungarvan Time: 6pm A series of talks and tastings from the Irish drinks scene. Drinks writer and gin specialist David T Smith celebrates the birth of Irish distillery FUDIW JLQ ZLWK WDVWLQJV IURP Î&#x2013;UHODQGČ&#x2021;V Č´ YH PLFUR GLVWLOOHULHV

Venue: Dungarvan Castle Time: 11am - 3pm See the farm animals, the food makers and enjoy cameos of times gone by.

Time: 2pm - 3.30pm

Venue: The Georgian Quarter Time: 12pm - 3pm Lunchtime at the Georgian Corner - enjoy one course in each of 3 restaurants. Starts promptly at 12pm. Vegetarian options will be available at all stops.

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HISTORIC FUN AT DUNGARVAN CASTLE Spraoi â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s Stair sa ChaisleĂĄn

Rude Health: SUPERFOOD SATURDAY Food Stories: A family insight

LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT TRAIL Aistir am LĂłn

IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: GIN BraoinĂn Ă&#x2030;ireannach: Gin

FREE

Venue: Town Hall, Friary St. Dungarvan

Time: 11am - 12pm

Venue: Lawlorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hotel Time: 8pm â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;til late Relaxed & informal. Good food, good company, great music. Food served until 9.30pm.

Children

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Venue: Meanscoil San NioclĂĄs, An Rinn, DĂşn GarbhĂĄn Time: 10am - 12pm / 2.30pm - 5.30pm Adult and child learn to cook together. Bi-lingual event. * Ticket price is for one adult and one child.

BE A PIZZA CHEF Rang DĂŠanta Pizza do PhĂĄistĂ

Venue: At the Parklet, adj. to Garveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Supervalu, Davittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Quay, Dungarvan Time: 4pm Opening ceremony and Make It Yourself - Grow It Yourself awards at Go Dungarvan Parklet.

WINE TASTINGS & FILM SCREENING Blaiseadh FĂona agus ScannĂĄn

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CĂ&#x201C;CAIREACHT LE CHĂ&#x2030;ILE Cooking Together Workshops

Venue: Grattan Sq, Dungarvan Time: 10am - 5pm &RPH DQG KDYH EUHDNIDVW EUXQFK OXQFK Č´ OO \RXU EDVNHW ZLWK IUHVK produce for your table

ENTERTAINMENT

TOWN HALL DEMOS & DISCUSSION TaispeĂĄntais ChĂłcaireachta i Halla an Bhaile

KIDS TRAIL

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Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868, Lower Main St, Dungarvan Time: 7pm Beer and food pairings with Dungarvan Brewing Company featuring local Hartyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oysters.

Venue: Merryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1868, Lower Main St, Dungarvan Time: 4pm Craft cider: a vintage product. Talk & tasting with Simon Tyrrell of Craigieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cider.

Saturday - Satharn 11th

FREE

FARMERS AND COUNTRY MARKET Margadh FeirmeoirĂ agus Tuaithe

GUIDED WALKING TOUR SiĂşlĂłid Treoraithe

FREE

Venue: Dungarvan Library Time: 12pm - 1pm / 3pm - 4pm Walking tour of Dungarvanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s food heritage sites with historian John Young.

FREE

CRUDE FOOD TRAIL Bia sa bhFiĂĄntas Meeting Point: Colligan Woods, Co. Waterford Time: 12pm - 1pm / 3pm - 4pm Go foraging in the wild and learn about the incredible edibles.

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March winner in the Dungarvan-Carrick on Suir-Piltown Credit Unions Combined Monthly Car Draw – John C. Flood, Dungarvan Nissan presents the keys of a new car to Elizabeth Burke, Abbeyside, March Car Winner. Included are Tom Burke, Liam Moore, Promotions Committee, Credit Union and Mascot Garvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Celebration of Feast of Divine Mercy THERE will be a celebration of the Feast of the Divine Mercy on Sunday, 12th April, commencing at 2.30 p.m. in St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. The organisers are happy to welcome back Rev. Patrick Cahill, I.C., who will celebrate Holy Mass and during the evening, veneration of the Divine Mercy image will also take place. Fr. Cahill is a member of the Order of Work of Jesus the High Priest and is based in Rome. Those who attended the last Divine Mercy Day when Fr. Cahill led the Celebration were extremely pleased with the structures and content of the occasion. This year, as the Episcopal Ordination of Fr. Alphonsus Cullinan takes place on the same day, there will be no Confessions. Parishioners from all surrounding parishes are invited to come and join in celebrating one of the very significant Feast Days of the Church, and where we will also remember in our prayers the special occasion of the ordination of our

new Bishop and pray for God's blessing in his new mission and role in our diocese. During the Mass of canonization of St. Faustina on April 30, 2000, the year of the Great Jubilee, Pope John Paul II proclaimed: "It is important then that we accept the whole message that comes to us from the word of God on this Second Sunday of Easter, which from now on throughout the Church, will be called Divine Mercy Sunday." The readings on that Sunday are always about mercy, trust and the forgiveness of sins. Please do join us for what should be a very fulfilling experience.

Conway urges public to submit views on EirGrid plans LABOUR TD Ciara Conway is welcoming the publication of the Eirgrid Draft Strategy, and is encouraging people in communities across County Waterford to examine it in detail and to make submissions. According to Deputy Ciara Conway: “I was pleased to read this report from Eirgrid- and I’m particularly glad to see that they’ve put forward some alternative solutions to more pylons – which has been a huge concern to rural Waterford communities for some time.” “This Eirgrid report sets out three options for the South East – there’s the original pylon plan, which we don’t want – and there’s two new options – putting the lines underground, as well as the option of upgrading the existing power lines.” “This was something I had suggested to Eirgrid on a number of occasions, but which they ruled out at the time. I’m glad that they’ve now decided to have a rethink on that one.” “Looking at the costings in this new report – putting the power supply underground is expensive - it’s stated to be in the region of 800 to 850 million euro. Now this is certainly a lot more than the projected cost of 500 – 550 million euro of the original plan – but it’s far short of the claim that it would be ‘three times the cost’ as originally claimed by Eirgrid!” “However, the option that I’d like to see is this new suggestion to use new technol-

ogy to upgrade the existing power lines. There’s an option to use ‘series compensation’ technology, which would be introduced to the grid for the first time. It’s a smart grid technology that’s apparently in use in America, but has never been used in a country the size of Ireland before. This option would mean that we wouldn’t need any new overhead power lines in Waterford or the South East. Instead, an underwater cable would be needed across the Shannon estuary. This would allow electricity generated in the south west to cross the Shannon and be transferred from there on the existing 400kV line from Moneypoint. This is projected to cost between 200250 million euro, so I’d be hoping Eirgrid will recommend this option.” “As for the next steps, people are encouraged to read the report and to write to Eirgrid with their views on the proposal. Eigrid will be making a recommendation on the best option later this year, and they’ll be consulting with the public in November, December. I’d urge people in Waterford to look at the discussion paper which is online at www.eirg r i d . c o m / yo u r g r i d y ourviews/ - and to submit their views. At the end of the day, it’s vital that we have safe, secure and reliable power supply going into the future. This has to benefit of communities across Waterford, as well as meeting the demand for power to the people.”

Waterford Labour Deputy Ciara Conway.

Councillor welcomes hiring of staff to maintain public toilets THE opening of the public toilets and the hiring of local people to clean them has been welcomed by Waterford Councillor, Seamus O’Donnell. Cllr. O’Donnell said he was informed that new cleaners have been hired to clean and maintain the toilets at Helvick and

Ballinagoul, Ring, and in Ballyquinn and Ardmore. “I raised this matter last year and I welcome the local people employed to maintain the toilets,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. “The toilets should be opened shortly until October.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

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.

Project works on Grattan Square Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. 29/03/2015. Dear Editor, WE are merely a few weeks away from the approximate €1,000,000 (1 million euro) project works commencing on our historic 200 year old Square. What started initially as a €69,000 project, grew to €542,000 and the limited details of the design and this amount was approved by the then Town Councillors in their last Council meeting in November 2013, despite 2,800 public signatures against same and out of the approx. 140 public submissions received by Smarter Travel, 110 of those objected to the proposed plan, opting for modest improvements and upgrade … but this too was effectively ignored! How can this even be considered effective public “consultation”? (One of the requirements laid down by the then Junior Minister Alan Kelly to get “key people on board” to embrace the concept of Smarter Travel!) … it merely served to “tick a box”! Despite two letters (unanswered!) to the then Minister Leo Vradkar to visit our town and meet with the people and residents and traders, and to intervene on the waste of public money on something that was “not broken” and for a sustainable transport vision” that was for a different economic climate … the deal was done, and we were led to believe it would commence in January of this year (a quieter time for traders) and was to last approx. 3 to 4 months. Instead, it now stands at almost €1,000,000! Because the secured funding for the side streets have been taken away from them for this project and unfortunately, while additional funding for O’Connell Street, Mary Street, Main St., etc., has been applied for, there is no guarantee of same … Which leads me onto my next point … In one of the first meetings of the “Steering Group Committee” in 2010, in which every identified and presumed stakeholder of the Town were represented (BUSINESSES WERE NOT INCLUDED NOR INDEED ASKED), the aim and focus of Smarter Travel for Dungarvan, was clearly outlined by the Engineer of this proposed project, Mr. Tom Rogers, and I quote: “We need to make it more difficult for people to use their cars”! Despite meteorological studies advising of dry summers, the remainder of the year was subject to torrential downpours and flooding. Despite a survey indicating the short stay and large turnover of cars using the Square, for social and business purposes, and convenience to all places, Dungarvan is awash with “nice places” to sit and socialise out in the open … Despite the primary functioning of the town as a commercial centre and secondly a social one. Despite the current system in place was and still is “not broken.” Despite the signatures of 2,800 people, the public, who do not want a project of this magnitude for our Square? Despite the 110 (approx.) public submissions objecting to the design favouring moderate enhancements only. … Despite several requests for the design details of this project since 2013, to date, we have not been given it. We were genuinely concerned at the lack of transparency on a lot of issues including safety concerns … Instead only two businesses were “allowed” attend a “Consultants Presentation” (Mitchell Assoc. & Atkins) at the Civic Offices 4 weeks ago, despite several businesses and residents expressing a keen interest in attending same to view the proposed works that were directly going to affect them and their customers. One Resident who has lived his whole life on the Square was refused access to that meeting and was advised by officials not to go. The Mayor Damien Geoghegan stated that he would cancel the meeting if any more than were invited showed up! At this meeting, the Architect showed a video clip of a town in the UK and other European Squares where this “shared space” concept was put in place … (this is what the design for Grattan Square is based on)

… the architect compared Poynton Town in the UK to being similar to that of Grattan Square … when a member from the participating group asked what effect did this “shared Space” have on the local businesses and social interaction of people once it was completed … The architect stated he had never visited this town and didn’t know, yet he was happy to use it as an example of a successful project … Basically what is planned for the Square, starting in April after the Food Festival, in four phases (high season) to last at least a year (plus) … is, for a complete foundation of concrete to be poured, once the tarmac, etc., is taken up and then an entire limestone paving of Grattan Square, all one level, using various shades of greystone to signify roadway, central paths and car parking spaces. More expensive coloured stone to be used to highlight certain features. Traffic will become aware that they are entering a “shared space” as there is a slight raise from road surface to paved areas. There will be no white or yellow lines, “metal buttons” will be used to mark each car parking space. Street Lights: Four poles (in present position) of high-tech and modern, using led technology and capable of projecting images which can be programmed into their computers for use during Festivals and Christmas, etc. … Manufactured in Germany … this is an opportunity lost to showpiece Irish Artistic Design Craftsmanship and superb manufacturing that exists in Dungarvan … e.g. Radleys? All parking will be changed from “Chevron” type (angled) … even though this is any Engineer’s preferred type parking as it is considered to be a more economic use of space … to parallel and “straight approached” parking … despite “straight in parking” requiring at least 6m to safely pull out, but now due to them narrowing both road carriageways on either side of the Square, this is going to introduce significant hazards and risks to users and will not be user-friendly (living up to the overarching aim of Smarter Travel quoted above). There will be a roundabout at the end of Mary Street, and there are a number of safety issues surrounding this inappropriate and dangerous junction considering the amount and variety of users.We raised this with Mr. Rogers in 2013 and also the eradication of the traffic lights and pedestrian crossing at the end of Mary Street too … they intended moving the pedestrian crossing halfway up Mary Street!! … think about it!! … but thankfully The National Council for the Blind intervened and under regulations, a pedestrian crossing that incorporates designs (auditory signals) for the visually impaired cannot be moved … At least for one locally visually impaired lad who uses these junctions on a daily basis, it is a small but significant reassurance for him. But the whole safety issue of this roundabout in close approximation to this crossing for him alone should have been given priority over the “aesthetics” of the design and it is a grave concern to all, that it wasn’t or hasn’t to date. The tender goes out this Friday and time is no longer on our side. We have been effectively “brushed off ” despite our early interventions for proper representation by the Council … Once we learned of the massive scale and length of this project, we respectfully sought funding from Smarter Travel for an independent chartered engineer almost 5 weeks ago to represent and articulate our concerns in a professional capacity to the Engineers of this project. It is not a Liaison Engineer we seek, but rather … A chartered Engineer to articulate the stakeholders thoughts and wishes into a design which could compliment the current design for Grattan Square … A Chartered Engineer is an expert in the fields of engineering such as civil, planning, traffic flow and management and risks associated, ability to interpret or request appropriate site surveys (archaeological, geographical, structural, etc.) and may professionally request same in a manner to Smarter Travel/Council on our behalf. He/she can professionally link our genuine concerns to risk assessment and present findings in the technical manner which would be required and which we could never do. We believed it to be a sensible and practical request on a project of this magnitude and a “smart” spend by the relevant authority …, considering the cost of the remedial works such as redesign and reconstruction of parts on the Youghal Road and other areas and extended timescale that was over-run by several months, and also the very “upset and angry” residents of the Youghal Road due to lack of proper consultation

and involvement and the sense of being “rail roaded” into acceptance of it with very little “consultation.” We believed that a chartered engineer would probably cost in the region of anything up to €15,000 for a job well done and all anticipated problems identified and solutions put in place where reasonably practicable. Considering the €259,000 spent on the “travel centre” (hardly used), the €50,000 spent on radio advertising, €55,000 for the quarterly newsletter, €10,000 spent on Facebook … and the monies spent on design and consultancy to date … the list goes on … we felt, it was a small ask of Smarter Travel and would ensure that the Council met with their obligations to represent ALL stakeholders fairly. We have already identified areas of concerns to both Council Engineers of this project and they are as follows: Timescale of this project of “at least a year” and decision to start at “peak season” … considering the fragile nature of retail business in and around the Square and the impact this project will have on our “Eco-System” and operating effectiveness … Archaeological Impact Surveys. Have there been an archaeological inventory of the sub-terrain structures … and the impact of the proposed works on such? Identified the old “weigh bridges”, entrances of old coal bunkers, old sewers? Have the Council a schedule of all basements? What does risk assessment of such structures and others relay based on proposed works? Structural Surveys of all buildings prior to commencement of works … not a photographic one … would need proper one done and our engineer to look over same. Traffic Management … Amend Proposed parallel parking to “Chevron” (angled) parking … more economic use of space … amend width of proposed narrowed carriageways on either side of Square to allow cars to safely pull out from “straight approach” parking … Delete the roundabout at bottom of Mary Street from the plans as this has huge safety issues … inappropriate and dangerous junction considering amount and variety of users at this junction. Environmental … What services have been put in place for the Farmers Market on the Plaza? Is there a foul water system in place or are the Council going to continue allowing food waste, etc., to run into surface water system? … Noise Levels impact of works … risk assessment and controls … some business will be unable to operate with noise levels above 20 to 30dB …? Control measures. Utility companies … lead pipes to be replaced, meters, etc. … all would need to give written affirmation that they will come on board during works and only “one pass” of their premises so they are not disrupted for cabling one week and 3 weeks later for paving and 3 weeks later for lighting … We cannot have, e.g. Irish Water coming along in a year’s time and uprooting the concrete and paving to replace lead piping and inserting metering … mandatory that written confirmation sought to commit to above “one pass.” Immediate signage of parking alternatives, both in the Square and on all main approach roads … the reason we ask for this is to give ample time and notice to all users of Grattan Square of the alternatives and to influence timely behavioural change (a key requirement and concept of the “Smarter Travel Initiative) … we do not want to wait until contractor is awarded … people need to know now. Utility Disruption, access to businesses and outages disruption to be stipulated as a contract item with appropriate penalties and for them to be outside peak times. Penalty clauses for unscheduled outages once they occur more than once per week. Longer working days/flexible working arrangements … actively negotiate (our engineer) with the successful contractor that full advantage will be taken of the longer daylight and mostly non-residential nature of the Square to front end as much of the scheduled work as possible. This will allow contingency for unforeseen issues and the possibility of adverse weather conditions, with an overall aim of having the contract completed ahead of schedule. Parking in Scanlon’s Yard to be increased to 1–2 hours free, moderately enforced, in acknowledgement of the Square Improvement Works only with a reversion to the free “half hour” when all works completed on the Square. Negotiation on rates for all businesses during the course of these works due to reduced footfall … it is

unfortunate that the knock-on effect on those most affected but not solely, will be the clubs, schools and communities and their groups that we actively support, and we sincerely regret that. We can only hope by publicising this letter, that it will create awareness amongst the “blissfully unaware” public and that enough pressure will come on the Smarter Travel/Council to delay the contract until an independent Chartered Engineer to the value of €15,000 be granted to the stakeholders with immediate effect and without delay for the duration of this contract and for all the above cited reasons … An injunction would not be our choice … Let common sense prevail … Mise le meas AUDREY HALLAHAN

Pro-abortion bias in national media Dear Editor, Along with about fifty other people, I attended a meeting on 25th March in the Tower Hotel,Waterford, organised by the Pro-Life Campaign (PLC), at which we were asked to contact the local media, highlighting the pro-life message. The speakers at the meeting seemed to take for granted that we would be wasting our time contacting the national media, but that the local media were likely to give us a fair hearing. As an example of national media bias, the speakers told us of a father whose child had been diagnosed “fatal foetal abnormality”, but survived beyond birth and whom the father was delighted to bring along to the recent PLC vigil outside Dail Eireann. This man had tried, in vain, to get the national media to report his child’s story, at a time when these media were giving a lot of prominence to other parents who, faced with similar diagnoses, had travelled abroad to have their baby aborted. I was a little surprised to hear this, as his was certainly a “human interest” story and I would have thought that the national media would have pounced on it. However, I then recalled that the title of that PLC vigil was “Thirty-Three to One”, a title chosen to highlight that, in a two-week period leading up to Christmas, these same media had carried thirty-three separate articles making the case for abortion, but just one making the pro-life case. Nationally, then, we appear to have reached the point where pro-abortion material is routinely published, and pro-life material is routinely suppressed. One sad consequence of this is that prospective parents, of children with life-threatening conditions, are often unaware that alternatives to abortion are available, in the form of perinatal hospice care. Publishing this letter would be a tiny step, at local level, in redressing this imbalance. I know that abortion is, for many people, a distressing and distasteful subject, but our legislators seem intent on making abortion more widely available, and surely, in these circumstances, it is the responsibility of the media to inform the public that there are humane, alternative approaches to dealing with these tragic cases. Yours sincerely JIM STACK Moneygorm South, Lismore.

Illegal Dumping Dear Sir, On your paper last Friday 27th, the main story stated that the Council has a policy of "not naming anyone being fined or prosecuted for littering/illegal dumping". My understanding was, that it was the Press attending the court on the day, who published the names of offenders? Are the Council prosecutions held in private? After all if it’s OK to name someone for a minor offence like a parking fine, then surely fly tippers should have the book thrown at them!! Yours Faithfully, Name and address with the Editor.

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Coláiste Chathail Naofa is inviting applications for the following senior programmes for the year 2015–2016

• Leaving Certificate Applied – L.C.A. • Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme – L.C.V.P. • Leaving Certificate (Established) Programme – L.C.E.

Best wishes to Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside U-11 and U-13 Teams on reaching the National in the RDS on the 12th April 2015. Pictured are the members of both teams representing Dungarvan Credit Union with Ruadhri De Paor, School Principal; Colette O'Mahony, Teacher; Elizabeth Burke, Liam Moore, Promotions Committee, Dungarvan Credit Union and Garvan, Mascot.[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

INMO call on members not to cross Dunnes Stores pickets THE INMO are calling upon all nurse and midwife members to respect the pickets placed by Dunnes Stores Workers and to show their support for Dunnes Workers on the day of their strike next Thursday, April 2nd. Dave Hughes, Deputy General Secretary of the INMO said: “The cause of the Dunnes Stores Workers

is shared by many nurses and midwives who themselves have been subjected, in the past, to precarious contracts, by letters of employment and years of temporary insecure tenure. The INMO have successfully fought this battle in many health employments and continue to challenge wherever health employers seek to exploit it.The precarious nature of

such contracts means that workers cannot plan or provide for their families on a consistent basis due to the insecurity of their contracts”. Mr. Hughes concluded: “The cause of the Dunnes Stores Workers is our cause; They are striking for all future workers; Please support them in whatever way you can and do not pass their pickets”.

No priority for L-signs in 2015 AREAS missing local road signs are not a priority for 2015, but it is hoped this will be reconsidered for 2016. At the March meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan pointed out that the Nire

and Rathgormack areas were omitted in the roll out of ‘L signs’. “It is handy to have them, particularly for couriers and for the betterment of the area,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Concurring, Cllr. Seanie Power said his daughter’s

vehicle recently broke down in Limerick and she was able to summon assistance by knowing the local road number. “It just shows the importance of having L-numbers on the roads,” said Cllr. Power. Area Engineer, Eamon

Lonergan agreed the Lsigns are “handy to have”, but said that due to resources and time, the erection of L-numbers are not a priority for 2015. “We’ll definitely look at it for 2016 because it is something we’d like see done,” Mr. Lonergan said.

Coffey welcomes Eirgrid’s proposal to upgrade existing electricity network FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has welcomed Eirgrid’s announcement that they are to utilise the existing pylon infrastructure on the Cork-Kildare line rather than erecting new pylons across the country. Minister Coffey said this is exactly what he called for in his submission he made to Eirgrid last year. “The need for Ireland to secure its future from an energy security perspective is essential. It was envisaged that Eirgrid would have to develop a

new pylon network within Ireland to meet these demands. This caused a huge amount of concern in communities right across Waterford and people were not pleased about the lack of engagement by Eirgrid at that time. “I made a strong submission to Eirgrid at the time, that they would look at the cost involved of putting the cables underground and looking at using the existing network to facilitate the need to expand the capacity on the electricity grid.

“I am delighted that Eirgrid have listened to my submission and have reviewed how they can achieve the need to secure our energy needs into the future. The Gridlink Project will now not proceed as originally envisaged and instead the current network will be enhanced. Gridlink have stress tested the infrastructure out to 2025 and it meets all the demands for network requirements within that time frame."

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Kate Veale pictured with Niamh Briggs, after Niamh brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Niamh Briggs pictured with her dad Mike and Bob Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien in Minnies Bar, after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Niamh Briggs pictured with Pat O'Brien in Minnies Bar, after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Seamus and Mari Connolly pictured with Niamh Briggs, after the Ireland captain brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Mike Veale pictured with Niamh Briggs, after the Ireland captain brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Niamh Briggs receives a bouquet of flowers from Betty Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, Minnies Bar, after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Stephen and Anne Wadding pictured with Niamh Briggs, after the Ireland captain brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Niamh Briggs pictured with Aine O'Riordain in Minnies Bar, after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week.

Jean Brennan pictured with Niamh Briggs, after Niamh brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week.

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Jimmy Collender amd John McGrath pictured with Nimah Briggs in Minnies Bar after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Pictured is Anne Barron, outgoing Director, Waterford & SE Samaritans, with Anthony Hamilton, incoming Director for 2015-2018. [John Power]

Knee Pain when sitting and climbing stairs Plica Syndrome By Tomás Ryan BSc., AHS, Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles PAIN at the front of the knee when walking, squatting downwards and going up and down stairs may indicate the presence of an irritated synovium plica in the knee joint. The symptoms are often confused with patella tendonitis or a medial meniscus tear which are a more common knee pathology. WHAT IS SYNOVIUM PLICA SYNDROME • Medial (inner side of knee) Knee Synovium is is a layer of connective tis- Pain and swelling sue that lines the bones of the inner area • Can be tender to touch on the inner of the knee joint this is akin to a coat of joint line of the joint adjacent to the paint on the walls of room. The kneecap Synovium secretes or produces fluids that • Pain in the knee in a prolonged sithelp to keep the knee joint oiled and ting position moveable. If the Synovium develops a • Climbing stairs causes frontal knee fold or a crease it is known as a Plica. A pain synovium Plica occurs most commonly • Pain when squatting on the knee on the inner border of the knee joint TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT against the inner or medial edge of the As a Physical therapist I would focus patella (knee cap). The synovium treatment on the following points. develops a fold or a thickness and Temporary Avoidance of the pain protrudes underneath the surface of the aggravating activities is important such as knee cap. In many people the synovium not climbing stairs until it becomes pain plica can be symptomless. However, it free. Daily sessions of 15-20 minutes of can become irritated by a fall or trauma cooling on inflamed tissue coupled with to the knee cap region, leading to the anti-inflammatory treatment. Balancing plica becoming inflammed and enlarged exercises alongside trunk and knee causing pain during knee movement. It strengthening exercises with maximising can also compress local nerve endings knee load within a pain free zone. beneath the inside border of the knee cap Teaching the patient to self-tape the thus causing local tenderness. patella can also aid recovery by distressing SIGNS & SYMPTOMS sensitive synovium. In worst case scenar• Knee Locking sensation with a feel- ios, arthroscopic surgery is required to help remove the plica. ing of instability in the knee joint Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

IRISH Dogs for the Disabled held a Variety Concert in the Park Hotel Dungarvan on Friday, March 13th, to raise funds for a Dungarvan boy who is badly in need of an Assistance Dog. Benjamin has a disease called LND, his affliction is better described as infantile gout and Benjamin is the only person in Ireland to be afflicted by this disease. Benjamin suffers from almost constant muscle spasms, which makes walking very difficult for him and an Assistance Dog will help him to stay out of a wheelchair by providing stability and balance for him. An Assistance Dog will also help Benjamin to steadily gain more control over his muscles by helping him with physiotherapy, without Benjamin realising he’s doing physio. Most people don’t enjoy having to do physiotherapy as it can be tedious and painful at times. But an Assistance Dog can make physio fun. Simple things like getting Benjamin to throw a ball for his dog will help with his strength, balance and hand to eye co-ordination. Playing tug of war with the dog will help to strengthen muscle, balance and core strength. There are a multitude of ways that these dogs help children like Benjamin. Benjamin lives in Church St., Dungarvan

Sarah Layman's Dance Troupe. and any money raised locally will stay locally. This was also a unique opportunity for people to see where the money they have donated has gone when in the next year or so Beniamin will be seen walking through Dungarvan with the aid of his Assistance Dog and people will be able to say “I helped that to happen.” To help raise funds for Benjamin to be able to get a dog many of the incredibly talented and diverse theatrical and musical clubs in the town accompanied by many individuals and groups very kindly gave over their time to take part in the Variety Night. The night kicked off with David Power, MC, introducing Beniamin and his mother Marianna to everyone so they could meet the young boy everyone was there to

David Power (MC), Beniamin and Marianna.

[Pawel Lorenc]

Beniamin meeting the audience.

[Pawel Lorenc]

help. The Kids from Kirby School of Performing Arts started the entertainment, followed by the talented traditional artists, The Coffey Sisters, we were then treated to a preview of a piece from Sister Act by Encore Stage Academy. The hip swinging Hugh O’Donnell got the crowd clapping in their seats, followed by John Walsh’s recitation of The Cremation of Sam McGee. Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School was beautifully represented by three soloists who sounded as though they had just stepped out of a Disney film. We were then treated to a very upbeat Jazz Dance Troupe courtesy of Sarah Layman who brought the first half to a close. This was followed by a very successful raffle where many people won some of the beautiful and generous prizes that local businesses had donated. Emma Walsh, compared the second half which was started by 15 of Dungarvan School of Trads most able junior musicians then Louise Barry beautifully accompanied by Peter Lee were followed by some Burlesque Dancing from the ladies of Kirby School of Performing Arts. Joe Power then raised the tone of the night by performing the opening soliloquy from Richard III, an inspired piece as it speaks of being judged for your disability

and not for the person you are. Joe was accompanied by Nicky Power on the Flute. This was followed by Sarah Layman singing the blues. The hugely successful night was rounded of by the amazing Hugh O’Donnell who had everyone up dancing in the aisles to Elvis. The night was a huge success with €3,490 raised on the night, a further €2,000 donation was made the next morning by Mr. J. Thompson who was extremely impressed by the array of local talent but also by the work commitment of the volunteers for Irish dogs for the Disabled. Donations trickled in for a week afterwards enabling us to lodge over €6,250 into Beniamin’s Fund. Irish Dogs for the Disabled would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their help and a special thanks to Pierce Flynn and everyone at The Park Hotel for giving us the use of the Ballroom. Thanks must also be made to Beniamin’s family, parents Marianna and Pawel, sister Lila, to Dogs for the Disabled Volunteers Natanya Geoghegan, Colin Kirkham, Neil Renton, Mary Curran, and Sar’anne O’Rourke but special thanks to Alma Power Shanahan who brought everything together to make it such an enjoyable and successful night.

Natanya Geoghegan, Marianna, Beniamin, Alma Shanahan Power, David Power and Hugh O'Donnell. [Pawel Lorenc]

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Alzheimer’s fundraising event at Déise Day Care Centre A L Z H E I M E R ’ S Fundraising event on Wednesday, 8th April, 2015, at 1.30 p.m. held in Déise Day Care Centre in Mitchell Street, Dungarvan. The Deise Day Centre is a hive of activity every

Wednesday afternoon when the Ladies come together and pass on their various art skills to each other, tutored and encouraged by Brenda Tutty. Some of these skills are painting, sewing, knitting,

drawing, crochet, batik, and decoupage. Now for the past few weeks they have been making a very beautiful flower called “Forget Me Not” from felt. This flower will be for sale at our Arts

and Crafts Exhibition and the funds will go to the Alzheimer’s society of Ireland and money is guaranteed to be used locally. You are now invited to come to our Art and Craft Exhibition held here in the Deise Day Care Centre in Mitchell Street. This gives you an opportunity to see the wonderful work done here at the Centre every Wednesday and you can enjoy the warm friendly atmosphere, the handmade “Forget Me Not” flowers will be for sale on the day for this very worthy cause. Come along and enjoy this marvellous Arts display all hand made by the Members of the Day Centre and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and cakes. Please support this worthy cause, all proceeds and donations will go to the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland.

Leapachca Oisrí i mBá Dhún Garbhán -Oyster Beds in Dungarvan Bay (Oil on canvas 70x100cm).

Glasraí -Still Life (Oil on canvas 52x52cm framed).

Easter Group Show in Joan Clancy Gallery celebrates West Waterford’s fine food and drink THE Easter Group show opening Thursday, April 2nd, in Joan Clancy Gallery in Mweelahorna, Ring in the West Waterford Gaeltacht near Dungarvan will celebrate generations of people within the food industry, with exciting new and recent works by Leah Murphy, Damaris Lysaght, Blawnin Clancy, Deirdre Dunne, Andrea Jameson, Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, and others. The exhibition will also feature on the art trail of the 2015 West Waterford Festival of Food (April 9th – 12th), which according to Shivani Vora in The New York Times “..is fast becoming known for its epicurean culture, which includes high-quality restaurants and

food purveyors...” (January 15th, 2015). The County Waterford Gaeltacht area of An Rinn holds great memories of times spent long ago at Coláiste na Rinne for many people, and this is a fantastic reason to visit Joan Clancy Gallery just down the road from an Coláiste. Nationwide travelled to the beautiful Ring peninsula in West Waterford for a story on an inspirational lady. Joan Clancy is an insightful owner of a renowned art gallery which showcases some of the country's best painters. Damien Tiernan met up with Joan who spoke about her life and also of her late husband, Tom Clancy, and the famous band The

Clancy Brothers”. (RTE Supporting the Arts). Joan Clancy Gallery is located 10k south of Dungarvan in Mweelahorna near Ring College in the Co Waterford Gaeltacht of Ring, overlooking the stunning panorama of Dungarvan Bay and the Comeragh Mountains. “We look forward to seeing you” says Joan. Joan Clancy Gallery Easter Group Show: Open April 2.00 – 12.00, daily 11.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. including the weekends. Open by appointment outside of advertised shows. info@joanclancygallery.com 086 813 4597; (058) 46205. www.joanclancygallery.com

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Niamh Briggs pictured with Dan McGrath and his daughter Olivia, after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week.

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Irish Cycling Show at the RDS April 18th & 19th …

Bike industry showcase announces show highlights and attractions THE fourth annual Irish Cycling Show will take place in the RDS Main Hall this April 18th and 19th with vibrant stands, stunt teams, an indoor cycle track and a jam-packed series of seminars. An array of national and international exhibitors will add to the excitement at Ireland’s leading consumer cycling event. Promoters Mara Media are currently finalising preparations for the established showcase cycling event in Ireland with an expanded roster of top exhibitors and show attractions. With exhibitors travelling from around the world to attend the show along with top local based suppliers getting set for another cycling extravaganza, all roads point to the RDS on the third week of April. Announcing the dynamic show line-up in the RDS today, Irish Cycling Show organiser Hugh Bonner described how encouraged he has been by the response from the bike industry and the Irish public to this unique event. Hugh Bonner of the Irish Cycling Show said, “The move back to the RDS and into the Main Hall puts us in the centre of commercial and social activity in Ireland and gives us the best opportunity to showcase the very best of cycling equipment and entertainment”. Bonner continued, “We’ve been impressed by the response so far to this year’s event and I think it’s another signal of the general upturn in the economy. In the past few years cycling has grown as both a commuter activity and a leisure pursuit. Dublin is fast becoming one of the most bike-friendly cities in Europe”. He concluded, “Our show not only offers entertainment for visitors of all ages but also great value bikes, accessories and gear, top class advice and exposure to all the latest trends in the industry”. Among the big brands getting ready to display their product ranges at the show are Trek, Madison, Kona, Moda, Forme, Bobbin, Bottechia handmade Italian bikes and Peugeot E-Bikes with other household names in the bike industry signing on a daily basis. Triathlon is also boom-

ing in Ireland at the moment and The Irish Cycling Show is delighted to announce that Triathlon Ireland will be present at and supporting the show for the first time. Reflecting the increased interest from the multisports world, well known triathlon suppliers Aropec and Provision will also be exhibiting in Ireland for the first time at the show. In addition to the thrilling array of the finest in 2015 bikes and accessories, the show is set to feature a range of other attractions to keep the committed and the casual bike fan entertained throughout their visit. World renowned Savage Skills UK will display their amazing ability and creativity on two-wheels in a number of jaw-dropping displays throughout the two days. Likewise, crowd favourite Keelan Phillips from Style Bicycle will be back to present his extraordinary dexterity in the always exhilarating BMX Flatland show. For cyclists looking to

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Fair City actor George McMahon, AKA Mondo O'Connell, and Katie O’Reilly, aged 7 from Sandymount, at the RDS for the launch of the Irish Cycling Show 2015 which takes lace in the RDS Dublin from 18th to 19th April.

get more from their own bike riding, a series of talks and seminars from top nutritionists, fitness and well-being experts will help kick start the summer campaign on road and trail.The show will also boast its largest ever bike test track adjacent to the main hall offering show visitors the opportunity to sample products from various show exhibitors. This is the perfect opportunity to try out a range of models from Penny Farthings to City

Bikes and Racing Bikes. It’s also a great place for anyone who perhaps hasn’t cycled in years, or who is a confident cyclist to have a practice with the Irish Cycling Show staff available to offer advice. These are just some of the attractions confirmed already for the Irish Cycling Show on April 18th and 19th with more exhibitors and entertainment in the pipeline. For more information visit: www.irishcyclingshow.ie

Calling all cycling enthusiasts! We’re giving away 6 family passes to the fourth annual Irish Cycling Show, taking place in RDS, Dublin this April.

The Show takes place on April 18th and 19th and will feature a wide array of products, GIVEAWAY exhilarating bike shows and talks from top experts in the fitness field. Visitors will also get exclusive deals on bikes and accessories. There will be stunts from world-renowned Savage UK and crowd favourite Keelan Phillips – entertainment for all ages! As Dublin becomes one of the most bike friendly cities in Europe, take the whole family to this exciting show.

For more info visit www.irishcyclingshow.ie Answer the question to enter and post your entries into Cycling Show Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 14th April, 2015. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The Irish Cycling Show is in its ______________ year? a) 3rd • b) 4th • c) 6th Name: …………………………………………………………………………….. Address: ………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………… Tel. No. ……………………………………

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Waterford launch Darkness Into Light fundraising event for Pieta House MORE than 60 people came to City Hall in Waterford on Wednesday, March 25th, as Pieta House launched Waterford’s Darkness Into Light events with Electric Ireland. Taking place on Saturday, May 9th, Darkness Into Light is a unique, early morning experience which begins in darkness at 4.15am as thousands of people walk or run a 5km route while dawn is breaking. Joan Freeman, founder of the suicide and self-harm crisis centre was joined by a number of supporters including Mayor of Waterford City and County, Councillor James Tobin, councillors John Carey, Jason Murphy, Eddie Mulligan and Breda Brennan and representatives from various local organisations and businesses. Volunteers from the Darkness Into Light committees from Waterford and Dungarvan along with representatives from Pieta House were also there to lend their support. Darkness Into Light is now in its seventh year and last year’s event attracted 80,000 participants in 39 locations across Ireland, including in London and Sydney.With the number of locations doubling this year, organisers are expecting over 100,000 people to take part. 80 venues will host the event on the island of Ireland and abroad including in Australia, Canada, England, Scotland and the USA.

“Darkness Into Light is a people’s event organised by local committees all over the country. Although the number of people walking has never been greater, neither has the need. I’m delighted Waterford and Dungarvan are hosting the event once again this year. The extraordinary growth of Darkness Into light, even in just the past year, is an example of how the event is uniting people across the globe in solidarity with those who suffer” Joan Freeman said. She added “While suicide is a devastating tragedy, we must not forget that there is hope, there is help, and Pieta House will be there to provide both.” While Darkness Into Light raises much needed funds, it is also about awareness, solidarity and local communities. This year, Pieta House is asking those taking part to connect with others at the event. Walkers/runners are encouraged to speak to the person beside them, tell a story or simply say hello, connect and acknowledge one another. Make your presence known. No one should walk alone. Waterford’s Darkness Into Light events are taking registrations now. Online registration and further details are available now at www.darknessintolight.ie. For more information on Darkness Into Light in Waterford contact Kieran O'Brien on 061- 484444.

Pictured are Enda Doherty from the Waterford “Darkness Into Light” committee shaking the hand of Joan Freeman, founder of Pieta House, at the Waterford launch of Darkness Into Light, Pieta House’s flagship fundraising and awareness event, in City Hall on Wednesday, March 25th. Darkness Into Light will take place in Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event is taking place on May 9th and participants can register at darknessintolight.ie [Noel Browne]

Pictured are Des Purcell, Edel Spillane, Darryl Barry, Marianne Keating, Georgina O’Donnell, Declan Barry, Regina Mangan and Enda O’Doherty at the Waterford launch of Darkness Into Light, Pieta House’s flagship fundraising and awareness event, in City Hall on Wednesday, March 25th. Darkness Into Light will take place in Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event is taking place on May 9th and participants can register at darknessintolight.ie [Noel Browne]

Pictured are Francis Shanahan, RTE radio; Derek Rowe, Bodyshape, and Regina Mangan, Bookaroom.ie, at the Waterford launch of Darkness Into Light, Pieta House’s flagship fundraising and awareness event, in City Hall on Wednesday, March 25th. Darkness Into Light will take place in Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event is taking place on May 9th and participants can register at darknessintolight.ie [Noel Browne]

Pictured are Joan Freeman, founder of Pieta House, with Edel Spillane and Marianne Keating, Sun Life Financial, at the Waterford launch of Darkness Into Light, Pieta House’s flagship fundraising and awareness event, in City Hall on Wednesday, March 25th. Darkness Into Light will take place in Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event is taking place on May 9th and participants can register at darknessintolight.ie [Noel Browne]

Pictured are Niamh Connolly, Chairperson; Martin Veale, Mags Durand, Orla Casey, Jacinta Mulcahy, Kieran Brady, Helen Carey and Kieran O’Brien at the Waterford launch of Darkness Into Light, Pieta House’s flagship fundraising and awareness event, in City Hall on Wednesday, March 25th. Darkness Into Light will take place in Waterford City and Dungarvan. The event is taking place on May 9th and participants can register at darknessintolight.ie [Noel Browne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Waterford mortgage default rate is above the national average – Butler NEW figures released to Fianna Fáil reveal that the number of homeowners in Waterford who cannot pay their mortgages is above the national average. 13.3% of Waterford mortgage holders have defaulted on their mortgages, according to information obtained by Fianna Fáil through Parliamentary Questions. These figures relate to June 2014 but are the latest available. Local Fianna Fáil Councillor Mary Butler has said the figures are proof of the extent of the mortgage crisis in Waterford. “The national average rate of mortgage default in June was 11.8% but unfortunately the rate in Waterford is 13.3%. These figures represent people who are in such severe mortgage difficulty that they simply cannot afford to meet their mortgage payments. Unfortunately these figures are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to

the extent of the mortgage crisis in Waterford as there are many more homeowners who are just barely keeping their heads above water,” said Councillor Butler. “This is a damning indictment of the Government’s record on tackling the mortgage crisis. The crisis has spiralled out of control in Waterford, as mortgage holders are left at the mercy of banks. I have been contacted by so many local homeowners over the past year that cannot keep on top of their household bills and have fallen behind on their mortgage repayments. They are now genuinely fearful that they may lose their family home. “Nationally there are 37,484 people in arrears for more than two years with tens of thousands more heading in that direction. The banks have been put firmly in the driving seat when it comes to restructuring mortgages in

difficulty.The level of home repossessions is rocketing and homeowners have been left without any legislative protection. The Government’s much hyped Personal Insolvency Service is not working. Despite the severe level of mortgage difficulty in Waterford and across the country, only 199 personal insolvency arrangements involving secured debt have been made by the Insolvency Service of Ireland since it was established in 2014. “At the moment mortgage holders are being failed utterly by the Government. Fine Gael has shot down several attempts by my party to introduce legislation to get rid of this veto and put mortgage holders back in the driving seat. They cannot ignore this crisis any longer. I’m urging the Government representatives here in Waterford to stop ignoring the mortgage crisis on their doorsteps.”

Youth Information Centre Dungarvan A PROJECT of: Waterford & South Tipperary Community Youth Service The Youth Information Centre has RE-OPENED in Friary Street, Dungarvan.

The Current opening hours are: Tuesday: 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Thursday: 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.

The service is for all young people in the community and provides up to date and reliable information on a wide range of relevant subjects.

Anna and Johnny Landers pictured with Niamh Briggs, after the Ireland captain brought the 6 [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Nations trophy home last week.

Eddie O'Halloran, Sandra Cliffe, Claire O'Halloran and Mike Briggs pictured in Minnies Bar with Niamh Briggs after she brought the 6 Nations trophy home last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cuts to local school completion programmes a retrograde step – Cullinane SINN Féin Senator David Cullinane has challenged Minister for Children and Youth Affairs James Reilly on cuts to funding to school completion projects in Waterford City and County. There are three School Completion Projects operating across Waterford City and County: Waterford SCP, Na Siuire SCP and Dungarvan SCP. Between the three projects they have seen their combined funding drop from €775,380 in 2011 to €635,475 in 2014.

Addressing the Minister in the Seanad Senator Cullinane said: “The School Completion Programme in Waterford has been a success and needs continuing support and resourcing. The SCP programme was established in 2002 and its objective is to ‘have a significant impact on levels of young people’s retention in primary and secondary level schools and on numbers of pupils who successively complete the Senior Cycle’.

Current statistical data on national retention rates illustrates that progress has been made in tackling education disadvantage. “The national Leaving Certificate retention rate stands at just over 90%, with early school leaving numbers comparing favourably with other EU member states. It is vital that we do not take our foot of the peddle and substantially cut funding to these programmes. “The SCP offers an

extensive range of services including in-school, afterschool, out-of-school and holiday period support services. The funding cuts to projects in Waterford are significantly impacting on the ability of the programmes to provide the necessary services. I am appealing to the Minister not to support future budget cuts and properly resource these important programmes across Waterford City and County.”

Conway highlights importance of resource teacher support to children with Down Syndrome LABOUR TD, Ciara Conway welcomes the announced by Education Minister Jan O’Sullivan of additional resources allocated to support children with Down Syndrome. Deputy Conway said “I want to congratulate Down Syndrome Ireland on the campaign they ran to highlight this issue. I was delighted to work with

them as part of the All Party Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children. “The resources will be allocated to schools as an interim measure to support children with Down Syndrome. Every child deserves all the help they need to reach their full potential. “Under the interim measure schools will receive

2.5 resource teacher hours per week for each qualifying child. “Children with Down Syndrome experience a cluster of difficulties relating to this syndrome, in addition to general learning difficulties, including speech and language developmental delays and therefore supports are being provided in recognition of this.

“These interim allocations will remain in place until such time as the proposed new model for allocating teaching supports to children with special education needs comes into force.” Information for schools on how to apply for these supports will shortly be available on the NCSE website – www.ncse.ie

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Dungarvan District Court

Man fined for theft of beer A DUNGARVAN man who returned a pack of beer to the shop from where he bought it, but took another pack of beer in its place ended up being fined for theft. John O’Regan (57) with an address at 12 St. Bridget’s Well, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Lidl, Shandon, Dungarvan, on 1st July, 2014. Outlining the case at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused had purchased alcohol from Lidl earlier in the day, drank some of it, but then decided he did not like the beer he had bought. “He had drank some of the beer. He then returned the beer to the store, but lifted another pack of beer and left without paying for

it,” said Insp. Nolan. “Gardaí later called to his home and found him drinking the beer. He admitted to taking the beer.” The accused has previous convictions. Solicitor David Burke said his client had initially purchased some beer, but wasn’t satisfied with the alcohol content. “He wanted the stronger stuff,” said Mr. Burke. He said his client returned the majority of the beer he had purchased initially, before taking the second pack of beer. “My client realises he should have approached the manager of the shop first.” Mr. Burke said his client has a serious drink issue. Judge Finn handed down a €300 fine on the theft charge.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Cannabis smell was ‘emanating’ from vehicle THE smell of cannabis emanating from a car resulted in one of its occupants being charged for possession of the drug. Algis Nysjuns (19) with an address at 4 O’Connell Place, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on 6th August, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said Gardaí observed the accused in a vehicle on the date in question. “They approached the vehicle and suspected cannabis was emanating from the vehicle,” Insp.

Nolan said. “The accused was searched and a bag of cannabis herb was found. The substance had a street value of approximately €30.” Solicitor David Burke said the accused “has learned a valuable lesson”. He said his client is a Latvian native, but has been resident in Dungarvan for the past ten years. “He is applying for a FÁS course and would appreciate an opportunity to keep a clean record,” said Mr. Burke. Judge Terence Finn adjourned the case to 27th May, 2015, to allow the accused to gather a €200 donation for the court poor box.

Pictured is Tanaiste Joan Burton cutting a ribbon to officially open Sun Life Financial’s new premises at the IDA Industrial Park, Cork Road, Waterford. Included are Anne-Marie Tierney-La Roux,Regional Manager, South East at IDA Ireland; Karen Burns, Director of HR, Sun Life Financial, and David Healy, Senior Vice-President, Client and Technology Services, Sun Life Financial. [John Power]

Possession of stolen goods marked proven A DUNGARVAN man who got a high from stealing from shops and hoarding the goods had a charge of possession of stolen goods marked as proven under the Probation Act, but no penalty imposed. Alan Cockwell (65) with an address at 11 St. Bridget’s Terrace, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to three

counts of possession of stolen property at his home on 12th June, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí received a report of theft from EuroGiant, Dungarvan, on the date in question. It was while investigating

the reported theft that they observed the accused on the shop premises, who matched the description of the suspect. During the course of an interview, the accused admitted theft from the shop, as well as several other shops in Dungarvan. “He admitted he had the stolen property at his home

and gave permission for the Gardaí to go to his home and recover the goods,” said Insp. Nolan. “All items were recovered intact, with the price tags still on them and in a resaleable condition.” Solicitor David Burke said his client was not stealing to make money. “He was hoarding the

items, not selling them on. My client got on a high from stealing and getting away with it,” he said. “My client has not come to any further Garda attention since.” Judge Finn marked the offences as proven, but no penalty imposed, under Section 1 (2) of Probation Against Offenders Act.

Donation to be made to court poor box

Tanaiste with Ciara Conway, TD; Michael Walsh, CEO, Waterford City & County; John O'Gorman, Fieldmaster; Bernard Nevin, Nevin Construction; Gary and Colin [John Power] Falconer, CJ Falconer & Associates; Michael Garland, bizBoost.

A DUNGARVAN man who admitted possession of cannabis for his own use will have the charge struck out if he makes a donation to the court poor box. Paul Crotty (34) with an address at 82 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 22nd September, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said Gardaí searched the home of the accused and found the substance in the kitchen, which had a street value of approximately €50.

He said the accused has previous convictions, but none for any drugs offences. Solicitor David Burke said his client was co-operative with Gardaí on the day. “My client made a foolish mistake taking cannabis,” said Mr. Burke. He said his client was a labourer, but was left without a job due to the downturn in the economy. He said the accused is now taking a welding course. Judge Terence Finn adjourned the case to 27th May, 2015, to allow the accused to gather a €300 donation for the court poor box.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Theft case adjourned for completion of Probation report A WOMAN who admitted stealing two bottles of wine from a shop had her case adjourned to await the completion of a Probation Service report. Leanne Whelan (29) with an address at 14 Keating Street, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Morrissey’s SuperValu, Dungarvan, on 3rd July, 2013. Inspector David Nolan

told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that Gardaí were contacted after the manager reported that two bottles of wine, valued at €21 in total, were taken. After viewing CCTV, Gardaí identified the accused and she admitted her part in the theft. None of the wine was recovered. Solicitor David Burke handed into court €21 in

compensation from his client. He said there was another matter before the court which was adjourned to 10th June for completion of a Probation report. Judge Terence Finn adjourned the case to that date to await the Probation report before imposing penalty.

Woman receives fine for public order offence A WOMAN who was “unconscious” in a late night takeaway, requiring an ambulance to be called, ended up being fined for a public order offence after she ‘came to’. Sharon Moroney (26) with an address at 15 Marquis Drive, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act, at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 9th February, 2014. Outlining the case at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence

Finn that Gardaí were alerted to an incident at a late night chipper on O’Connell Street, where a female was unconscious on the premises. The unconscious female was the accused, and an ambulance was summoned to the scene. Insp. Nolan said the accused was placed on a stretcher and when she was carried outside, she regained consciousness and refused to go to hospital. Insp. Nolan said Gardaí were also dealing with another individual at the time and the accused interfered with the arrest. “She ended up being

arrested herself,” said Insp. Nolan. The accused has previous convictions. Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client was “worse for wear” on the night. “On the evening, she had fallen asleep,” said Mr. Lavan. “When she came to, her behaviour from that point on was not appropriate. She didn’t set out to cause such trouble.This was an isolated incident.” Mr. Lavan said his client is the mother of two children. Judge Finn handed down a fine of €300.

Public order charge adjourned AN Abbeyside man who was acting in a threatening manner in public had his case adjourned to await the completion of a Probation Service report. Paul Cahill (33) with an address at 9 McCarthyville, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to

Section 6 of the Public Order Act, at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 23rd September, 2014. Inspector David Nolan told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that Gardaí observed the accused in an intoxicated state on the night in question. He said the accused’s speech was slurred and he was acting in a threatening,

abusive manner in public. Solicitor David Burke said other matters before the court have been adjourned to 24th June, next, for a Probation report. Judge Terence Finn adjourned the public order offence to that date to await the completion of the Probation report before imposing penalty.

Irish captain Niamh Briggs brought the RBS 6 Nations Trophy home with her on Monday week last. Pictured with Niamh in Minnies Bar are her parents Ger and Mike and her brother Shane. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

€542 is the average rent for rented dwellings in County Waterford THE average rent for all dwellings let in County Waterford in Q4 2014, and which were registered with the Private Residential Tenancies Board (PRTB), was €542. That was up €2 when compared to the prevailing average rent in Q4 2013, when the amount was €540. This data comes from the PRTB’s Quarterly Rent Index which is compiled by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) for the Board. It is the most accurate and authoritative rent report of its kind on the private accommodation sector in Ireland. This is because it is based on the actual rents being paid, according to the PRTB’s records, as distinct from the asking or advertised rent. It is important to bear in mind that the average rent cited above is based on rents registered with the PRTB for all dwelling types (houses and apartments; one, two or more rooms). However, if people are interested in seeing the rent that applies to different dwelling types (number of bedrooms) and for different locations, they can check this out at www.prtb.ie (click “rent index”) and go to the Average Rents in my Area (Dataset). In 2014, rents in the private rented sector for the whole country rose by 5.8%, with rent for houses up 4.8% and apartment rents up 6.4%, as compared with Q4, 2013. This annual rate of change reflected different performances by

location and by property type. For properties outside Dublin, rents in Q4, when compared with Q3 last year, were down 0.3%. Rents for houses outside Dublin recorded a quarterly decline of 0.7%. The index for apartment rents outside Dublin, however, recorded a quarterly decline of 0.4% in Q4. At a national level, monthly rent levels rose at a more moderate rate in Q4, 2014, increasing by 0.6% when compared to Q3; up from €824 to €829; nationally the quarterly growth rate in Q3 had been 2.1%. Looking at trends in more detail, monthly rents for houses were lower in Q4 2014 when compared to Q3 2014, down by 0.6% quarter on quarter; down from €819 to €813. In contrast, rents for apartments were 1.2% higher than in Q3, 2014; up from €845 to €855. In recent years rental growth has weakened in Q4, following high activity levels in Q3, consistent with the demand for student accommodation in that time period. These latest numbers for Q4, 2014 are in line with these previous trends. The Rent Index shows that, nationally, rents peaked in Q4, 2007 before declining by 26% to their trough in Q1 of 2012. By Q4, 2014, rents nationally were 17.8% lower than their peak. Rents in 2014 were 5.6% higher in Q4 when com-

pared to the first quarter of the year. The strongest growth took place in the Dublin market, with apartments up by 10.5% between Q1 and Q4, 2014, while house rents in Dublin rose by 6.5% over the same period. While the peak-totrough in the Dublin market was similar to that experienced nationally, the strength of the recovery in Dublin means that rents are just 9% lower than their highest point. In contrast, the market outside Dublin was more subdued with outside Dublin rents growing by 3.4% in the year. Apartments continue to account for the majority of registrations with the PRTB in 2014, at nearly 43%, with the next largest share, by property type, accounted for by semidetached, at 24.6%. Commenting on the launch of the Rent Index, Anne Marie Caulfield, PRTB Director said, “recent research commissioned by the PRTB found that one third of tenants were not fully aware of their rights as a renter. For example, many tenants do not realise that they may be entitled to continue to rent the property they are currently living in for up to four years, even if they signed a shorter lease; they don’t always know what the correct notice periods are for the termination of their tenancy; or that rent increases can only happen once during a 12 month period.

I would encourage anyone who is currently renting, or considering renting, to log on to our website and familiarise themselves with their rights and their responsibilities and the Average Rent Dataset. They can also download a copy of the “Good Tenant, Good Landlord” leaflet which explains to both tenants and landlords what their rights and obligations are.” All landlords are legally obliged to register tenancies with the Board and the number of new registrations with the PRTB in Quarter 4, 2014 was 30,830. The number of tenancies registered with the PRTB as at the end of Q4, 2014 was 303,574. The PRTB Index is of assistance for a range of Government purposes, including housing policy generally, and informing the Department of Social Protection’s Rent Supplement scheme. It is also an important reference document in landlord/tenant disputes on rent. It was developed in consultation and co-operation with landlord representative groups such as the Irish Property Owners A s s o c i a t i o n , irishlandlord.com, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, the Society of Chartered Surveyors of Ireland, and tenant representative groups such as Threshold and USI (Union of Students in Ireland).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Re t u r n o f t h e D ra g o n s t o D u n g a r va n

Ann Quinn in her kayak at The Lookout in Dungarvan prior to the start of the very successful 2014 Waterford Dragon Warriors Raft Race.

[Sar'anne Walsh]

THE Waterford Dragon Warriors 2nd Annual Sponsored Raft Race is scheduled for 3.00 p.m. Sunday, June 14th, in Dungarvan Harbour. In aid of Waterford Dragon Warriors, Clonmel Dragon Warriors and the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, this great family fun event with teams of seven catering for all ages, is expected to attract over 2,000 visitors to Dungarvan. Expressions of interest and information available from Hon RNLI Fundraising Chairman Oliver Clancy at 087 821 0420. Email rnlihelvick@gmail.com Facebook: Waterford Dragon Warriors.

Group from GSK who took part in the St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Parade in Dungarvan.

[Sean Byrne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Educational role of newspapers highlighted at NNI Press Pass awards THE 2014 NNI Press Pass awards took place last week with Minister for Education Jan O’Sullivan TD presenting the winning Transition Year students with their trophies. The awards marked the culmination of the third annual National Newspapers of Ireland Press Pass initiative, which is sponsored by the Irish League of Credit Unions. Launched in 2012, NNI Press Pass seeks to improve literacy skills and critical thinking and increased awareness of media and news among Transition Year classes by providing free national and local newspapers to participating schools. As part of the programme, students are encouraged to analyse a range of newspaper content – with the help of a free guidebook – and enter their own journalism in a national writing and photojournalism competition. The initiative has been hailed as a resounding success by both the Department of Education, which has supported NNI Press Pass since its inception, and the newspaper industry. It is estimated that more than 50,000 students from around the country have now taken part in NNI Press Pass since it was launched. The overall winner of the 2014 NNI Press Pass competition was Ciara McArdle from Pobalscoil na Trínóide in Youghal with a thought-provoking article on technology. MINISTER HAILS “VERY POSITIVE” PRESS PASS INITIATIVE Speaking at the NNI event, Minister for Education Jan O’Sullivan congratulated the winners of this year’s Press Pass competition and commended the newspaper industry for giving secondary level students access to newspapers. “Press Pass is a very positive initiative that has the potential to improve students’ reading and writing skills while also encouraging them to examine and discuss the events that are shaping the news media agenda,” the Minister said. “The entries into the competition are of a very high standard and demonstrate that a love of writing and appreciation of the power of language and images

is valued among transition year students. COMPETITION WINNERS Transition Year students from around Ireland participated in this year’s Press Pass writing competition, with awards presented in five categories as well as the overall prize. Overall winner: Ciara McArdle, Pobalscoil na Trínóide,Youghal Category winners: News – Donna Fitzgerald, Coláiste na Sceilge, Cahirciveen; Features – Eanna O Cosgora, Coláiste Iognáid, Galway; Photojournalism – Orla Doheny, Rosemont School, Dublin; Comment/Opinion – Aisling Eaton, Our Lady’s College, Drogheda; Sport – Ella Curtin, St Mary’s Secondary School, Macroom. NEWSPAPERS IN EDUCATION Speaking at the awards ceremony in Dublin’s Convention Centre recently, NNI Chairman Vincent Crowley said that NNI Press Pass shows how newspapers can be used as a real-life educational tool in classrooms. “Research has clearly shown that reading newspapers can help students to develop not only their reading and writing skills but also their critical thinking and social awareness,” he said. “These are skills that help people throughout their lives and their careers, it is understandable therefore that so many schools and students around Ireland have been very keen to take part. OVERALL WINNER Ciara McArdle, Pobalscoil na Trínóide, Youghal THE TERROR THAT IS TECHNOLOGY We are being brainwashed. There was once a time when Blackberry and Apple were the makings of a delicious pie; a time when tweeting was a thing only birds did and a mouse an animal that would infest your cheese supplies.This is strangely no longer the case in today’s world, where these words have changed and become a huge part of our daily lives. When I think of stories my grandparents told me about

their childhood fifty years ago, I realise how much society has changed. While they would have spent hours of their day harvesting potatoes in the small patches of land they had behind their houses; the children of today’s world spend one minute harvesting crops on Farmville and are convinced they have done a hard day’s work. What a false sense of achievement we are giving this generation of kids! Yes, congratulations.You finally passed that ‘difficult’ level of Angry Birds; but you and I both know that Yahoo Answers played a major role in your success. We have become completely oblivious to the term ‘work’ when it comes to technology. I mean, who amongst us has not groaned at the thought of getting off the recliner to get the charger for your Samsung Galaxy S4? Step aside Collins Dictionaries, Google Translate is already here. No thanks brain, my calculator’s got it covered. Talk about your face palm moment when you see people rejecting offers to go outside, so they can stay in and watch a 17th episode of Family Guy that they’ve already seen. We are getting this wrong people! If Blackberry and Apple continue to advance their technology in this fashion, I want no part of it. I’ve lost my appetite. It seems as though something has blocked your vocal chords! Oh, that’s right, its email and text. Why do human beings not talk to each other anymore? What has happened to having an actual conversation? And no, I’m not talking about the odd text thrown across Facebook every three or four hours; they don’t count as conversation. In fact, they don’t count for anything; because I can guarantee you that if someone replies with a ‘haha’, a ‘LOL’ or even a ‘ROTFLOL’ that they are sitting behind their computer screen with a face of stone. They say technology makes the world smaller, but I think it is beginning to push people apart. It is easy to hide behind a profile picture and say what you please; but when it comes to real life it seems as though people are more reluctant to

Jan O’Sullivan, Minister for Education; Cathal Dervan, member of the judging panel, and Eoin Connelly, Pobalscoil na Trínóide, Youghal.

say what’s on their mind. Even when these people meet up with one another for a chat, I often still see them on their phones. This antisocial behaviour really is peculiar. No, I’m sorry; but trying to beat your score of 27 on Flappy Bird does not suffice as a good excuse. We have become obsessed. ‘Everybody, I’ll be back later. I have to run to my local Apple store to get the new IPhone 6, because my IPhone 5S just isn’t enough anymore’. It makes no sense. When children get older they are not traded in for a new, squealing baby. Just because the new IPad has an extra gigabyte of memory, it doesn’t mean you need to sell your house in order to get your hands on one. However people still continue to break the bank in order to keep up with technology. What they don’t know is that technology has already won the race. Behold! I present to you the biggest deceiver of the World Wide Web- Photoshop! We are shown a constant stream of unattainable images on sites like Tumblr, Pinterest and Instagram. These photos often go beyond the point of someone who is naturally skinny to something even Barbie is disgusted by. It’s even more embarrassing when someone fails at Photoshop. We’ve all seen that one image where the kid messes with his nose too much and ends up looking like a Pinocchio impersonator. The thing about technology like Photoshop is that they not only change our images but also the opinion we have of ourselves. And the scary thing is I don’t know which is worse. I wonder what adventures technology will take us on in the future. While some people think zombies will be the death of us by eating our brains; I think differently. I think technology will bring about the apocalypse we are not expecting. And while both sound horrific; I think I would prefer the zombies. At least somebody would get use of our brains. JUDGES’ CITATION Our overall winner today takes a contemporary theme by the neck, and shakes it until its teeth rattle – but with humour, and insight, and a mature command of language that was particularly striking. The questions raised by this article, I might add, are ones that have just begun to come to the forefront of public discussion generally, and they will be with us for a long time. 2nd PLACE SPORT Eóin Connelly, Pobalscoil na Trínóide, Youghal DON’T YOU TELL ME IT’S JUST A GAME! I suppose it is a question I do get asked a lot “What’s the big deal? It’s just a game.” Mostly I’m just left standing there not exactly being able to explain what “the big deal” really is. Soccer has always been a huge part of my life and yes, in its element it is just a game, but it has a complexity that

Vincent Crowley, Chairman NNI; Jan O’Sullivan, Minister for Education; Martin Sisk, President of Irish League of Credit Unions; Prof. John Horgan, Chairman of the judging panel, and Ciara McArdle, Pobalscoil na Trínóide, Youghal. makes it so much more. My first experience with soccer was when I was only five, and at the time living in Sheffield, England.The memories of my father and I attending our local team Sheffield Wednesday’s home games at Hillsborough stadium don’t come that easily to mind, I mean who would blame me, I was only five. But I still have each and every match day programme safely kept in my room along with my sentimental blue and white scarf. Whenever we go back to Sheffield to visit our granny, my dad and I will always try and go back to Hillsborough to see “The Blue and White Wizards”, where there is always a promise of a passionate and electric atmosphere, even if the same exuberance can’t be seen on the pitch. I suppose the earliest match that I could remember going to was my first trip to Old Trafford, home of my beloved team Manchester United. I was only ten but I remember the long ferry and train ride into Manchester, not being able to sit still. As we started to walk closer to the stadium, surrounded by mass numbers of people in red shirts, I caught my first glimpse of the dim lights in the distance of “The Theatre of Dreams”. This huge mass of a stadium to me seemed like a something from out of this world. The buzzing noise of thousands of fans and the smell of greasy burgers and chips wafted through the air. As we entered inside along with thousands of other fans, excitement beamed out of me. The feeling you get from walking out through the little corridor that leads to the opening area of the stadium is almost indescribable.You can hear the noise, almost like an electric buzzing all around you, but the sound of your thumping heart matches it. And then when you step out, for that first moment it’s as if all that noise goes away but for your own breath with a slight inhale of awe as the sight hits you. Marvelling at the sight of the most incredible stadium I had ever seen, sitting up high in the stands, and having all those thousands of reds fans around me was unbelievable. It

was there I realised that soccer was something special. The only person I knew in that stadium was my Dad, and yet sitting around total strangers in the crowd, while chanting and applauding the team together, felt as if we were one big community.That is what soccer can do, it unites people to be a part of something that is special to them. It gives people a sense of belonging, be it supporting club or country. The amazing thing is it is not just the fans benefiting from soccer, the clubs depend on the fans no matter what. There is a very famous quote that runs through the heart of the Celtic football club, by legendary manager Jock Stein that is simple yet conveys the meaning of the game; “Football without the fans is nothing.” As much as soccer can cause happiness and bring people together, there is also the dark side to the game that will always cause division and violence. Along with supporting Manchester United and Sheffield Wednesday, Celtic is one of my preferred clubs. As a fan you always hear about the deep and intense rivalry between Celtic and fellow Glasgow team Rangers. The two clubs have a world renowned reputation for their hatred that is based on sectarianism; Celtic being Catholic and Rangers being Protestant. Over many years this rivalry has led to extreme and bloody violence in the streets of Glasgow and even on the pitch between supporters. Although bigotry is frowned upon in the modern game, it still exists between these two clubs today. And it’s not just Glasgow; soccer has brought out violence due to sectarian and political differences in many cities around the world, but worst of all violence caused by nothing else but the colour of the shirt on a person’s back. Even of recent times the world cup in Brazil that was only last summer saw rioting from the Brazilian people because they lost 7-1 to Germany in the semi-finals. It showed how “just a game” could infect and bring out a side of a nation that we had never seen because it meant so much to them.

Though soccer can cause joy and euphoria, it can just as well cause violence, hate and bloodshed. This year we celebrate the centenary of the 1914 Christmas truce, where on Christmas day British and German world war one soldiers put down their guns and came together to celebrate and play the beautiful game. That is the thing about soccer, no matter who you are or where you come from, this game is for everyone and most importantly, can be enjoyed together. Rich or poor, black or white, male or female, gay or straight, young or old, whether you play or not, it’s for everyone. It doesn’t matter if you are Cristiano Ronaldo with your immensely expensive and fancy leather football boots, or a poor child in a third world country playing on the hard and dusty city streets in only their feet. It doesn’t matter if you don’t play at all. The game is a universal language that has the ability to create happiness and unity among people. So whether I’m cheering on Ireland while at the Aviva, or watching Manchester United’s highlights from home, I know I’ll always be a part of something special. It truly is an awe inspiring thing that in its element is simply just a game, yet in its complexity is so much more. JUDGES’ CITATION Our second placed winner’s love affair with the beautiful game first came to life at the age of five when, living at the time in England, he went to Hillsborough Stadium to see Sheffield Wednesday in action with his father. The love for the game blossomed and survived the family’s move back across the Irish Sea where a love for Manchester United and the Boys in Green grew stronger than the day. Writing with a passion for the game to match anything on offer in the Theatre of Dreams that is Old Trafford, our writer delves deep into the emotional intensity of life as a soccer fan. Happy no doubt with Manchester United’s win at Old Trafford last weekend, he will no doubt be shouting for Ireland against Poland at the Aviva Stadium this Sunday.

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Garranbane National School Confirmation Class â&#x20AC;&#x201C; celebrants Father Cullinan, Father Ned Hassett and Father Doherty pictured with Geraldine Hayes, Kevin Phelan, Vera Collins, Mary Dunford and Anna Casey, Principal, at Abbeyside Church, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

6th class pupils from Bunscoil Gleann SidheĂĄin, Cappoquin who received the Sacrament of Confirmation in St. Mary's Church, Cappoquin, recently. Included in the picture Bishop William Lee, Fr. Kiely, P.P.; Fr. Arthure, P.E.; Anne Devine, School Principal, and James Casey, Class Teacher.

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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Ferme a Lundi POOR old Draco was dragged screaming and protesting from the literary closet again last week as no less a figure than the Lord Mayor of Dublin decried the archaic Irish liquor licensing laws that decree that pubs stay closed on Good Friday and Christmas Day as Draconian. Just for the record Draco, after whom extremely harsh legislation is named, was a Greek Statesman who laid down a code of laws for Athens in 621 B.C. that decreed death as punishment for minor crimes. For the further record, Ireland’s death penalty was abolished in this country for most crimes in 1964 and totally outlawed in 1990, so poor old Draco will have to find another home for his much-quoted laws. There are reasons for this ban on alcohol through lessons learned through our history. The first is to maintain the special nature of Good Friday as a day of special solemnity for the overwhelmingly Christian population. The closure on Christmas Day may have had the same intent, but it also has the effect of sending fathers home to their families on the most special of family days. Maybe that’s Draconian too, although Christy Burke doesn’t seem to have a problem with Christmas.

The other prohibition on alcohol sales was the famous – or infamous – holy hour in Dublin pubs, when they closed for one hour in the afternoon of working days. That was designed to clear the early morning workers, dockers and market people who finished work about ten or eleven in the morning and repaired to the pub. The mid-afternoon closure was intended to send them home to their families while they still had some money left. The Restaurant Association of Ireland, claims the Intoxicating Liquor Act is costing the service industry €30m. Well, let’s keep the pubs open 24 hours and they need lose nothing. According to the Restaurant people, the Liquor Act is making Ireland ‘the laughing stock of Europe’, with visitors arriving in town ‘to find everything closed down’. If it is visitors he is worried about, they will surely be eating somewhere in town and can have a drink with their meal. Can we not get it that this is Ireland and, like Rome, people should do what the people of he country do when they visit. Did you ever observe disenchanted people wandering around

Paris looking to get into Museums, Art Galleries and even the Palace of Versailles itself on Mondays, only to be told that as public attractions they are closed on Mondays. ‘Ferme a Lundi’ is the motto in Paris and even if there were a starving mob at the gates of Versailles they would still have to abide by the advice of Marie Antoinette and stroll the gardens and eat cake. There are customs and practices in every country which are theirs alone. Every country has its foibles, not least the United States, reputed to be the most liberal in the world. But not in the case of liquor where they are ultra strict. Drinking age: 21. No open drinks in vehicles; ID required even from wrinkled people in walking frames! We are not unique. As a non-drinking alcoholic, which Mayor Burke says he is, then he should be applauded for a start, but also know that we should curtail the consumption of alcohol rather than further promote it. Is he not listening to the message being trumpeted from every responsible organisation with the good of the community at heart? We and our visitors will survive two dry days in the year. If not, then there is something seriously wrong.

The public not wrong after all ONE would think that with the benefit of six months free of the pressure of Ministerial office that Pat Rabbitte could wake up and see the wood clearly now that the trees have been cleared. He still cannot see anything wrong with Irish Water and wonders why RTE is giving it negative coverage. Maybe he should listen to Phil Hogan’s successor, the new Minister for the Environment, Alan Kelly who readily admits that major mistakes were made in regard to Irish Water from the start and who has had to make concessions to public opinion. He may not be finished with concessions yet. Then there is the Minister for Public Expenditure, Brendan Howlin who tells us that his greatest regret in office is the abolition of Town Councils. A little late for that now, with Local Government in a mess and a far inferior service being offered to the public. But it was good of him to admit to what the vast majority of the population have known since the outrageous proposal was made first day. And then there is the epiphany in his own former Department of Energy which suddenly decides that there is, after all, an alternative to the highly objectionable 150 metre pylons which have been resisted and that we may not need all that extra energy which Pat so loudly trumpeted about on RTE as

often as he could. Was he misled? Was he telling fibs? Did he not know or ascertain the full facts? What is his response to this announcement which is an almost complete negation of what he was vociferously promoting as Minister, with customary furrowed brow and superior look? What was the involvement, motivation and influence of private companies who stood to gain heavily from the proposed rash of windfarms and the new grid to be provided at public expense to transport the electricity. Can we have a public inquiry please? Not bloody likely! There are those people who are either out of Irish politics, or are strong enough to resist the Taoiseach’s axeman who will now tell us the truth behind some decisions, the foolhardy, or worse, policies which were promoted. Has the majority of the population been all out of step except the members of the Cabinet? No wonder there is disenchantment among the public and people still criticising Ministers and the Government for incorrect or unjust policies. What else lies within Government that needs to be admitted to which is not contained in official minutes in Government Departments?

Waterford House hosted peace talks with ‘Déise Desperados’ LOOKING back over 800 years of her family home, Dromana near Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, Barbara Grubb wonders whether its strangest episode was the 1837 meeting in the Dromana gardens between squire Henry Villiers-Stuart and notorious Déise outlaws, John and Patrick Connery. Fugitives from the law, the Connery brothers tried to strike a deal with Henry, who was Lord Lieutenant of Waterford, equivalent of today's County Mayor. "The Connerys rented a small farm at Bohadoon, about ten kilometres north of Dungarvan, on the edge of the Comeraghs," Barbara Grubb explains. "They were involved in a faction called the Poleens. John Connery was twice accused of murder, following fights with a rival group, the Gows. In 1835, John and Patrick were acquitted of attempting to murder Maurice Hackett, a land agent who'd offended them. A third brother, James, was found guilty and transported to Australia." Over the next three years, the brothers were

convicted of various offences.Twice they escaped from prison. "The Connerys had a lot of support," says Barbara Grubb. "When they broke jail in Waterford, the Ballybricken people cheered them. John and Patrick issued threats against landlords and informers, and tried to bargain with the authorities. They were certainly hard to catch. They evaded police in a shoot-out at Ballinamuck, on the outskirts of Dungarvan. Another time, the police cornered them beside the Blackwater, near Cappoquin, but the brothers swam the river and escaped. The Waterford countryside was still mainly Irishspeaking, and Patrick spoke little English. But John was fluent, and had a clever sense of public relations. He portrayed them as Robin Hood figures, fighting for the poor against the greedy rich." The Connerys offered to quit Ireland if the Government would let them go. "On 21 October, 1837, they turned up at Dromana

and asked Henry VilliersStuart to mediate," Barbara Grubb recalls. She is not surprised that the brothers turned to her great-great-great-grandfather for help. "Most landlords were Conservatives in politics, defending the interests of their class," she explains. "But my family were Liberals, on the side of the people. Henry was a friend of Daniel O'Connell and had served as MP for Waterford at Westminster. Of course, he had to tell the Connerys that he could not get them a pardon. Somehow, he managed to send a message to the police barracks at nearby Villierstown, and decided to keep his visitors talking until help arrived. But the brothers sensed a trap and made a dash across the lawn, vanishing into the Dromana woods." As often happens, routine police work cracked the case. A few months later, constables swooped on a pub at Cappagh, on the Dungarvan to Cappoquin road.They were looking for a sheep-stealer, but caught the Connerys having a

quiet drink. This time, they were exiled to New South Wales. "The Connery brothers are still folk heroes, in legend and song," Barbara Grubb agrees. "But they were tough customers. I can understand why Henry didn't invite

them into Dromana House for a pot of tea!" Sometimes, when the afternoon sun sends shadows across the lawn, she tries to picture the strange scene. "We have Henry's portrait, so we know what he looked like. Imagining

Dromana House on the Blackwater River.

the brothers is harder," Barbara Grubb admits. "Police notices describe them as unusually tall for those days – Patrick was over six foot. They had brown hair and neatly trimmed whiskers. John was 'upright in his carriage' – that means 'very

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† MARIE CARTY (nee O’Connor) Clonea Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford (late Magazine Road, Cork) Acknowledgement and First Anniversary Died: 3rd April, 2014 As we remember our beloved Marie, on the First Anniversary of her death, her husband Terry and family wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised, supported and comforted us through our sad loss. Thanks to everyone who attended Rosary and Funeral Mass; those who sent Mass cards, enrolments and letters of sympathy. All the kind words and prayers were a great source of comfort to us. A special thanks to all the very kind neighbours and friends. We would like to thank most sincerely the Medical and Nursing staff of Oncology Unit, Whitfield Clinic, Waterford; the Medical and Nursing staff of ICU Unit, Waterford Regional Hospital, Waterford, especially Dr. Brian Hennessy who attended to Marie’s medical needs while under their care, it was so gratifying to witness. A special thank you to her GPs Dr. Grainne Ó Foghlu and Dr. Tom Higgins who attended Marie. A special word of thanks to Fr. Connie Kelleher and Fr. Garret Desmond who celebrated Marie’s Funeral Mass which made it so meaningful and special. A special word of thanks to the Undertakers Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, for their professionalism and courteous service. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Marie will be remembered on Wednesday, 1st April, 2015, at 10.00 a.m. Mass in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.

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† EILEEN O’BRIEN (nee Moloney) Killeenagh, Knockanore, Co. Waterford Who died on 5th April, 2014 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On the First Anniversary of Eileen’s death, her son Tony, her sister Sheila, nephews, nieces and relatives wish to express our sincere gratitude to everybody who sympathised and supported us during our sad loss. Thanks to all who sent Mass cards, letters of sympathy and floral tributes; those who attended the Rosary at the house, removal, Funeral Mass and burial and all who travelled long distances, including work colleagues for being with us at the time. A very sincere and heartfelt thank you to our very kind neighbours and friends for their help, support and kindness during Eileen’s illness, for being present with us during a very difficult period and for their continued support. Thank you to the Doctors, Nurses, Care staff and Home Help who cared for Eileen over the years. A heartfelt thank you to Fr. Patrick Condon, P.P., who was so generous with his time in attending Eileen during her final days and officiating at the Rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and burial. A very special thank you to Fr. Patrick Fitzgerald, P.E. for his many visits to Eileen’s home over the years and for being Concelebrant at the Funeral Mass and for attending at the burial. We also wish to express a very sincere thank you to Catherine and Elaine Baldwin for providing the beautiful hymns and music during the Funeral Mass and also to the Sacristan Mary Hayes and the Altar servers for their attendance. We also wish to offer a very sincere thanks to Aidan and Maria Walsh and staff of Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their courtesy, professionalism and attention to details and also to the gravediggers. Thanks to the hall committee and catering staff for the services provided. As it would not be possible to thank everybody individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Eileen will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Knockanore, on Sunday, 5th April, 2015, at 11.15 a.m.

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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. Request granted. A.F. (10-4)

Niamh Briggs joined Sesame Special Needs Preschool to celebrate the installation of our Snoozelan. John Donovan, Chairperson of Co. Waterford Community Childcare, along with Eleanor McGrath, Sesame Manager, presenting Niamh Briggs with flowers.

IN MEMORIAM

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

In Memoriam HANRAHAN (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear aunt Kattie (nee Murphy), late of Villierstown and Romford, who died on 29th March, 2005. R.I.P. Mass offered.

RYAN (22nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Jimmy Ryan, late of Ballycreen and Moonamean, who died on 31st March, 1993. I hold you close within my heart, And there you shall remain, And you will walk with me through life, Until we meet again.

No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.

BERESFORD (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Marian Beresford, late of Springmount, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who died on 3rd April, 2014. R.I.P. No length of time can take away, Our thoughts of you from day to day, Though absent you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

–Sadly missed and always remembered by husband Tom; sisters Kathleen and Mary. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 5th April, 2015, at St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, at 10.00 a.m.

CUMMINS (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of John Cummins, late of Scrahan, Kilmacthomas, who died on 27th April, 2014. Mass will be offered in Newtown Church on Sunday, 12th April, at 11.30 a.m. In Heaven you rest, No worry, no pain, In God’s own time, We’ll meet again.

–Always remembered by your loving brothers, sisters and their families.

BERESFORD (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Marian Beresford, late of Springmount, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who died on 3rd April, 2014. R.I.P. Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky. Though Heaven and earth divide us, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

–Sadly missed but always remembered by your daughter Valerie; sons Anthony and Trevor; sonin-law Paul; daughters-inlaw Antoinette and Áine.

DALTON (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Kieran Dalton, late of 2 Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died on 2nd April, 1997. R.I.P. May the God of Love and Mercy, Care for our loved one who is gone, And bless with consolation, Those left to carry on.

–Sadly missed by your brothers and sisters.

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AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (16/3/2015) – 1st Claire Meaney & Kathleen McGrath; 2nd Monica O’Sullivan & Una Mason; 3rd Nellie Moloney & Eileen Tinnelly; 4th Margaret Clancy & Kathleen O’Mahoney.

Remember Me Do not shed tears when I have gone, but smile Instead, because I have lived. Do not shut your eyes and pray to God that I’ll come back, but open your eyes and see all that I have left behind. I know your heart will be empty because you cannot see me, but I still want you to be full of the love we shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live only for yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of what happened between us yesterday. You can remember me and grieve that I have gone, or you can cherish my memory and let it live on. You can cry and lose yourself, become distraught and turn your back on the world, or you can do what I want – smile, wipe away the tears and go on.

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Just a prayer from your grandchildren, Who loved you so very much. Will those who think of Marian today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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KELLY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Margaret Mary Kelly (nee McCarthy), late of Skeheens, Ballymacarbry, who died on 2nd April, 2013.

–She lived for those she loved and is missed every day by her 6 children and 12 grandchildren.

BERESFORD (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Marian Beresford, late of Springmount, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who died on 3rd April, 2014. R.I.P.

–Sadly missed but always remembered by your grandchildren James, Tomás, Eoin, Darragh, Adam, Kyle, Ruaidhri, Laoise and Oscar.

–Sadly missed by your loving niece Maureen; Terry, Eamonn and Margaret.

DOLAN (19th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear mother Mary Dolan, late of Scart, Knockanore, who died on 5th April, 1996. R.I.P. Mass offered. Just a prayer from a family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you live forever, Because we thought the world of you. You taught us many things in life, That we would have to do, But you never taught us how to cope, With the hurt of losing you.

–Always remembered and loved by your daughters Rose and Teresa, sons-inlaw and grandchildren.

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ABBEY BRIDGE CLUB (24//3/2015) – 1st Collette Power & Mary Fenton; 2nd Mary Dee & Eithne Keevers; 3rd Phil Barry & Mary Cummins; 4th Walter Murphy & Sheila Towey. CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (25/3/2015) – 1st Joan Ronayne & Brid Culloo; 2nd Ella Whelan & Ann McGrath; 3rd Sheila Lane & Mary O’Brien; 4th Sea de Paor & Doreen Keane; 5th Ann Veale & Marie Fahey. DÉISE BRIDGE CLUB (Easter Party 30/3/2015) – 1st Justin Spratt & Tom Mulcahy; 2nd Eileen Harty & Nuala Harty; 3rd Aida O'Neill & Kay Kirwan; 4th Des O'Toole & Brian O'Brien; 5th Peirce & Mary Casey; 6th Paddy Lannen & Kathleen Phelan.

–Missed by loving wife Maura. MOONEY (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of Billy Mooney, late of Shanbally, Ardmore, who died on 3rd April, 2002. R.I.P. No farewells were spoken, We did not say goodbye, You were gone before we knew, And only God knows why. Each time we look at your picture, You seem to smile and say, Don’t be sad but courage take, And love each other for my sake. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

–Always remembered by your daughter Kate; son-inlaw Colm, and grandchildren Darragh, Aoife and Billy.

O’BRIEN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear mother Eileen O’Brien (nee Moloney), late of Killeenagh, Knockanore, Co. Waterford, who died on 5th April, 2014. First Anniversary Mass for Eileen will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Knockanore, on Sunday, 5th April, 2015, at 11.15 a.m. MOTHER She’s sweeter than the fragrances, That fill the dell in spring, A joy she is above the joys, That all the years can bring. She’s dearer than the dearest friend, That I will ever know, Her prayers ever guide me on, No matter where I go. And though the years have dimmed those eyes, That were so lustrous fair, ‘Tis death alone can take away, The love-light shining there. At night when kneeling down to pray, I thank our Lord above, Who was so good to give me, My Mother’s deathless love. Always in my Thoughts, Forever in my Heart, I will always love you Mammy.

–Always loved and remembered by your loving son Tony, XXX.

Birthday Remembrance

KIRWAN – Birthday remembrance for Robert (Bobby) Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Kilmacthomas, whose birthday is on 3rd April. Our hearts, though broken, still do share, That care, that kindness, which we know, Could only come from one like you, Your life is a lovely memory, Your absence a silent grief, But now you rest in God’s garden, Beside a rose called peace. Happy birthday Bobby.

–Always remembered, never forgotten, by your loving Daddy; Mammy; Sinead, Tanya, Julia, Kate, Lenny, Michael, Aisling and baby Jayden; John, Cameron, Jay, Fiona and Jennie; Biddy-Anne, Alfie, Dean, Jonathan and Jamie. KIRWAN – Birthday remembrance for Robert (Robbie) Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Kilmacthomas, whose birthday is on 3rd April. On this your birthday, We ask God above to tell you, How very much we miss you, And give you all our love. Many things have happened, We wanted you to share, Many times we’ve spoken your name Robbie, And wished that you were here.

–Loved and always remembered by your loving sister Anne and Patrick and nieces Nardine, Aoibhe and Robyn.

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HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (26/3/2015) – 1st Mary Kiely & Sheila Towey; 2nd Marie Fives & Eibhlin Rua; 3rd Mai Mernin & Patsy Fay; 4th Margaret Clancy & Mary Navin; 5th Elayne Kirwan & Maura O’Donovan.

Advertising

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

Telephone: (058) 41205 / 42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie

† Drohan Monumentals † Headstones in Marble, Granite & Limestone Inscriptions Cut Existing Stones Cleaned & Restored Graves Chipped Tel. (058) 43211. Mobile: (087) 2540295. www.drohanfuneraldirectors.ie

DAVID KIELY MONUMENTAL WORKS KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Showroom at Kiladangan (near Radley’s Engineering Ltd.) over ONE HUNDRED headstones on display Telephone: (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663. Fax: (058) 48712. www.davidkielymonumentals.com

HEADSTONES IN LIMESTONE, MARBLE, POLISHED GRANITE We restore existing headstones, kerbs, graves, chipped, inscriptions, etc. FULL RANGE OF COMPUTER OPTIONS + DESIGNS

Distance no problem to us – Member of Guild of Master Craftsmen Ring for appointment: Open Saturday and Sunday

James Kiely & Sons Prop. DAVID KIELY David & Margaret, ‘Garrán Mhuire,’ Kiladangan (058) 42200 / (086) 2525663 (Est. 1919) Irish Association of Funeral Directors

Funeral Home Embalming & Cremations Arranged We attend to all the details: Church & Cemetery

Floral & Artificial Wreaths Supplied Obituary Notices

SHANDON STREET & KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Phone: David (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663 Fax (058) 48712. www.kielyfunerals.ie

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

CERTIFIED SEED POTATOES FOR SALE – Homeguard, British Queen, Kerrs Pink, Rooster and Golden Wonder. Tel. (087) 9582727. (10-4)

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

HAYLAGE AND SILAGE FOR SALE – Contact: (087) 2547715. (10-4)

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

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Tree Felling

HEALY TREE FELLING AND LANDSCAPING – Fully insured and certified. Specialising in tree felling, tree pruning and reducing, chipping and removal, landscaping and garden construction including grass and hedge cutting, lawn laying, gravel gardens, paving, decking and fencing Contact: Eamonn (085) 7784335. (1-5)

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Gardening Services

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

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (3-4)

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

LOW COST COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY, Dungarvan – Personal Counselling for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Member of IACP and PSI. Contact: Dr. Kay McKiernan (Psychology) 086-8578521 • email: kay@aonahouse.com (31-12)

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Computer Services

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer. 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.) COMPUTER SERVICES – Laptop – PC Repairs, Screen Replacement, Virus – Spyware Removal, Pop-up Removal, Data Recovery, Network Installation, Speeding up your PC, Server Set-up (Linux, WIN), Secondhand PC / Laptop, Trade-ins, IT Service contracts for Businesses and Schools. Call: Thomas or Brian (086) 8606709 / info@technoelectronic.com / www.technoelectronic.com (15-5)

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Carpentry & Construction

MARK BURKE CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION – Highest standards, best price guaranteed. Available for maintenance, renovation and new builds. No job too big or small. Free quotations. Call 086 318 0612 or find us on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/pro file.php?id=141422531549 5691. (3-4)

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Air Compressors

AIR COMPRESSORS – Sales / Service / Repairs. New and Used Compressors. Air Tools / Sandblast Units / Aluminium Air Lines. Spray Guns / Air Line Hose and Fittings. Full After Service and Spare Parts. AIRCO COMPRESSED AIR SERVICE. Deelish, Dungarvan. Tel. (086) 8664555 / www.airco.ie (31-7)

MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flatroofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work under-taken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.) WALL’S CHIMNEY & BOILER SERVICE – Chimney & Boiler Services. Gutters and Drains Unblocked. Contact us on (087) 9931571.

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Re-Upholstery

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

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Plumbing & Heating

PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES – Renewable Energy, Solid Fuel, Gas and Oil Services. All work carried out to new builds. Repairs also undertaken. Fully insured. SEI and RGII registered. Call: Ivan on (085) 1345587. (3-4)

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Hedging Available

GRISELINIA HEDGING – Available for Spring planting. Contact: (087) 2265021. (3-4)

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STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening. Fountains, Paving, Construction Works. Pictures and references available. Fully qualified. Polish professionals. Mobile: (087) 7916261 (text preferred). Email: mlstonework@yahoo.ie / www.facebook.com/mlston ework (24-4)

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Decorating Service

DECORATING SERVICE – All internal / external painting. New house spraying before second fix. Tired old kitchen units hand-painted, hygiene coatings. Epoxy floor paint systems. Qualified local tradesmen. Free estimates. Insurance work. Fully insured. VAT registered. Call: Prodec Painters. Padraig (087) 7730520. Steve (086) 8410901. (31-12)

Villierstown Joinery STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124 (ind.)

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at www.crews.ie www.crews.ie Dinner Wed-Sat from 5.30 Lunch Fri-Sat from 12-3 Open Sunday from 12.30-9pm A la Carte menu now available Set Price Menus still available for Groups from 2-4 courses For Enquiries & Reservations contact (058) 23422 or info@crews.ie

Cleaning Services

COMPLEX CLEANING SERVICES / SHINY HOUSE – Carpet Cleaning, Office Cleaning, General House Cleaning, Car Interior Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Gardening Cleaning, Trees and Shrubs Cutting, Walls and Patio Cleaning, Ironing. Contact: Dorothy (087) 6854522 or dorinaa84@gmail.com (24-4)

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W O R R I E D ? D I S T R E S S E D ? SUICIDAL? – Whatever you're going through, we're here to listen and help, 24 hours a day, every day. Call SAMARITANS in confidence 1850 60 90 90, or e-mail us jo@samaritans.org (ind.)

FIREWOOD BLOCKS FOR SALE – Oak and Ash. Delivered. Tel. (087) 7888701. (10-4)

ROUND BALES OF SILAGE AND OATEN STRAW FOR SALE – Delivered if required. Kieran Hallahan, Bewley, Cappoquin. Tel. (087) 2549759. (24-4) CAR TRAILER FOR SALE – Single axle, 6’6” x 4’2”. New. Dungarvan area. Phone: (087) 7651951.

Youghal, Co. Cork. Tel. (024) 92850 / 93469 blackwaterblindsltd@eircom.net

HUGE SAVINGS CALL TODAY FULL RANGE OF QUALITY BLINDS, CURTAINS AND ACCESSORIES Quotes, Measurements & Fitting Free of Charge You’ll be “BLINDED” by our SPECIAL PRICES & SERVICES

DON’T DELAY! CALL TODAY ON 024 92850/93469

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Agri Sale

GALVANISED GATES – Barriers, Cubicles, Cattle Crush Panels, Cow Mats. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry / www.ryanbrothers.ie / Laurence (087) 7994737. (6-15)

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) SHARED HOUSE TO LET IN BALLINROAD – All mod cons. Including Casey’s wi-fi, private parking. En-suite room available. Tel. (087) 9281202. (3-4)

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Animal Houses

TIMBER BUILT ANIMAL HOUSES – Dog Kennels / House, Chicken Coups, Rabbit Hutches, Bird Houses. Also 10 Railway Sleepers for Sale. Tel. Michael (087) 6793961. (17-4)

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FODDER BEET AND SUGAR BEET FOR SALE – Cleaner loaded or washed. Ex-yard or delivered. Tel. (087) 2190265 / (087) 2112675. (17-4)

CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE IN STRADBALLY AREA – Kind, reliable lady available, Monday to Friday, to mind child in my own home. Mother, nonsmoker, full clean driving licence. Please contact: (087) 6670648. (10-4)

POINT OF LAY PULLETS, DUCKLINGS AND BROILERS FOR SALE – Outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 6th April, from 11.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Tel. (026) 41905 / (087) 2208061.

WOMAN AVAILABLE IN KILMACTHOMAS AREA – To mind children. Nonsmoker. Own transport. Reply to Box No. 5500. (10-4)

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4 MINIATURE JACK RUSSELL TERRIER PUPS FOR SALE – 2 male and 2 female. 8 weeks old. Wormed. Tel. (087) 7935397. (3-4)

SMALL BALES OF HAY FOR SALE – €2.80 per Bale. Ring area. Tel. (086) 1664421.

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TARMACADAM & TAR & CHIPPINGS – Drainage and Kerbing. Michael Fennell, Stradbally, (086) 8342233 / (051) 293943. (29-5)

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Livestock

DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.) 8 FRIESIAN HEIFER CALVES FOR SALE – AI Bred. All with EBI over 200. Tel. (024) 96173 or (087) 2452383. (10-4)

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Baby Workshops

BABY REFLEXOLOGY WORKSHOPS – Booking now for April series of workshops, beginning Monday, April 13th, 10.30 to 11.30 a.m. Abbeyside. Workshops are run over 3 Monday mornings and are suitable for babies from 4 weeks old to precrawling. Total cost of workshops €60. Contact Carmel Fahy, Registered Reflexologist & Baby Reflex Practitioner, for more information 087 7408947. (10-4)

Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all. Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers; further they do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccurracy in the printing of any advertisement. They reserve the right to refuse or alter any advertisement, no matter by whom or where accepted for publication; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisements previously published. Advertisements paid or otherwise are therefore accepted only subject to the above conditions. The advertiser undertakes to indemnify the proprietors against all liability for any civil action arising out of publication of the advertisement. (ind.)

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

LISMORE CASTLE ARTS ARTIFICE 2015

Lismore Castle Arts Artifice 2015

Lauren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan, Niamh Coffey and Rachel Delaney (Blackwater Community School, Lismore). [Pat Crowley]

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Sarah Walsh (Ard Scoil na nDeise) and Joan Clancy (Gallery).

[Pat Crowley]

Old Times – Oils and Acrylic on Board by Zack Daly (Faithlegg, Waterford) and Brid Kenneally (Art Teacher Waterpark College, Waterford). [Pat Crowley]

Ellie Janes (Ard Scoil na nDeise, Dungarvan) and Joan Clancy (Gallery).

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Eve Keating and Clare Cahill (Teacher Árd Scoil na nDeise).

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David Thorpe, Sebastian Klockner and Sinead Hehir (Art Teacher Newtown School).

[Pat Crowley]

Lismore Castle Arts Artifice 2015 Waterford City and County Council Art Purchase Award – Pictured (l. to r.): Jennifer Marshall (Education Co-ordinator, Lismore Castle Arts); Lord Burlington (Lismore Castle Arts), Margaret Organ (Arts Officer Waterford City and County Council), Zack Daly (student winner), Brid Kenneally (Art Teacher Waterpark College, Waterford), Eamonn Maxwell (Director Lismore Castle Arts). [Pat Crowley]

[Pat Crowley]

Pictured (l. to r.) Garret Williams, Sean Whelan-Barrett, Padraig Moore, Michael Horgan and James Flavin (Dungarvan CBS). [Pat Crowley] Lismore Castle Arts Prize – Artifice 2015 – Pictured (l. to r.): Jennifer Marshall (Education Co-ordinator Lismore Castle Arts), Isabel Auld, Elishka Lane-Barnes (students of Newtown School, winners), Lord Burlington (Lismore Castle), Sinead Hehir (Art Teacher), Eamonn Maxwell (Director Lismore Castle Arts). [Pat Crowley]

Louis McGrath and Jack Kiely (CBS Dungarvan).

Rachel Sheehan, Shannon Shepherd, Shannon McGovern, Bróna Coleman and Clare Cahill (Art Teacher Ard Scoil na nDeise). [Pat Crowley]

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Brendan Cullinan, Eirimas Alionis, Conor Whelan (CBS Dungarvan).

[Pat Crowley]

Aoife Ni Urmholtaigh (student) and Maire Ni Dhonnobhain (Teacher Mean Scoil Nicolas).

[Pat Crowley]

Padraig Cawley (Principal of Ard Scoil na Mara, Tramore), Sinead Dwyer (Art Teacher), Tom Blunt, Eadaoin Power and Deirdre Heffernan. Glen Waters and Gary Donnelly (CBS Dungarvan).

[Pat Crowley]

Hannah Glavin, Nicola Browne and Niamh Aldred (Blackwater Community School, Lismore). [Pat Crowley]

Caroline Fennell (Ard Scoil na nDeise, Dungarvan).

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[Pat Crowley]

Dion Ryan (Waterpark College, Waterford).

Grainne Lane (Ard Scoil na nDeise, Dungarvan).

Jane Barrett and Emma Power (Blackwater Community School, Lismore).

[Pat Crowley]

Niamh Curran (Ard Scoil na nDeise) and Joan Clancy (Gallery).

[Pat Crowley]

Uannah Cawley, Eoghan Carey and Astrid Heraghty (Ardscoil na Mara, Tramore).

[Pat Crowley]

Aoife Foran (Ard Scoil na nDeise).

Jack O’Brien (CBS Dungarvan).

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[Pat Crowley]

Shannon McGovern (Árd Scoil na nDéise, Dungarvan). [Pat Crowley]

Adam Power (CBS Dungarvan).

[Pat Crowley]

Olivia Bennett (Árd Scoil na nDeise).

[Pat Crowley]

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan. Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302.You are not alone! (ind.)

Interested in volunteering with Dungarvan Citizens Information

WE offer you: • a rewarding and worthwhile experience • the chance to learn new skills • induction, training and ongoing support We ask you to: • share your time and skills • attend training as required Contact Dungarvan CIC, Scanlon’s Yard, Friary St., Dungarvan. Tel. 0761 07 6550. Closing date 6/2/15.

Abbeyside Heritage Archive ON Sunday next the Archive will be open at the Parish Office 2.30-5.30 p.m. Once May comes in we will be open on the first and third Sunday of each month up to and including September. Parking as always will be at the Pond. We were asked how many books do we have in stock? That was one six mark question we didn’t have an answer for. I know we rotate the books and try to keep everyone happy, space has always been at a premium with us. We have two copies of the book “Ireland; The Parting Glass” by Richard Fitzgerald. At the moment we are looking for the book “Varnishing Ireland” by Richard Fitzgerald which he shared with Edna O’Brien when published. Finally, we are delighted to have the Ernest Walton Nobel Prize for Physics Silver Proof coin from 2015 on display in our glass case.

Cheshire Annual Fundraising Table Quiz 2015 WATERFORD Cheshire will be holding its Annual Fundraising Table Quiz in its premises on John's Hill, Waterford, on Tuesday, 14th April, commencing at 8.00 p.m. sharp, (Registration from 7.30 p.m). As always, the irrepressible John McDonald will be hosting the quiz and during the interval a superb selection of homemade cakes will be available. A table of four costs €20 and those who are unfortunate enough to be unable to come on the night are invited to support the event by dropping off a prize or some cakes/buns, etc., instead during office hours. It's a really enjoyable night of fun and laughter and we hope to see you there. We would especially like to see teams from years gone by as well as new teams to join us on the night.

3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk in aid of Children’s Hospital Crumlin THIRD Aglish Fun Run / Walk takes place next Monday, Easter Monday, 6th April. Registration from 10.30 in Aglish Community Hall and costs €7 or a Donation.Walk starts 11.30 and Run at 11.45. Numerous Spot Prizes and refreshments after Run in Hall. All proceeds to Crumlin.

St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff Upper Pastoral Council THE parishes of Ballyduff and Tallow will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation in the Immaculate Conception Church,Tallow on this Wednesday,1st April at 7.30 p.m. Easter Ceremonies in St. Michael's Church Ballyduff are as follows: Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday, 2nd April at 8.00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, 3rd at 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross on Good Friday at 8.00 p.m. Holy Saturday Vigil at 8.30 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass at 11.00 a.m. The Pastoral Council wishes everyone a holy and happy Easter.

Celebration of Music of Bobby Gardiner CCÉ Ballyduff will be holding a very special celebration night on Saturday, April 25th, 2015. Bobby was recently the recipient of the TG4 Gradam Cheoil Lifetime Achievement Award at a special ceremony in the Opera House, Cork in February. The night planned in Ballyduff will be a concert featuring the great man himself and of course his numerous past pupils, many of whom are renowned both in Ireland and internationally. Bobby Gardiner's family will be joining in and celebrating the wonderful contribution that Bobby has made to traditional Irish music down through the years. The concert will be held in St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff, at 8.00 p.m. and entry will be €10. Enquiries about the concert can be made to Thomas Hyland at

086/8208242. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Congratulations to all the competitors who recently took part in the qualifying rounds of Scór na bPáistí. We are delighted to have two items going forward to the County final, a music group and a set. The music group is made up of three promising musi-

cians of the future, Amy Kenneally, Michelle O'Donavan and Róisín Leamy. Our set dancers are: Niamh Daly, Emily Daly, Amy Kenneally, Niamh Heaphy, Amhlaoibh Ó Síocháin Ó Beolláin, Seán Óg O'Doherty, Edmond O'Donoghue and Gavin Kenneally. Best of luck to everyone in the final.

The renowned Bobby Gardiner who will be in concert in Ballyduff on April 25th.

Kill SPRING CLEAN-UP Kill Village and surrounding areas have been registered once again for the An Taisce National Spring Clean Up. Everybody is invited to clean up our beautiful countryside on the day ahead of the Summer. The clean-up day will take place in April but the exact date is yet to be confirmed. Watch this space for more details! EASTER MASS TIMES The times for Mass over Easter in the Parish are as follows: Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper – Newtown at 7.30 p.m., Kill at 8.00 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross – Saleen at 12.00 noon, Kilmacthomas at 7.30 p.m. Celebration of the Lord’s Passion: Kill at 3.00 p.m., Newtown at 3.00 p.m. Easter Saturday: Vigil Mass: Kilmacthomas at 9.00 p.m., Kill at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass: Saleen at 9.30 a.m., Kill at 10.00 a.m., Newtown at 11.30 a.m. Easter Monday: Newtown at 11.00 a.m., Kill at 11.00 a.m. THE BEST OF YOU Fall in love with life this Summer by making the best of you. With the help of Imagine Fitness, you can! Personal and small group training is available. Whether it is positive inspiration, diet advice, and exer-

cise plan, detox information or how to reach your fitness goal, contact Michelle on 083-1737051 for more information. BIRTHDAY WISHES Very happy birthday wishes to Ciara McCarthy who celebrates her big day this week, may you have a lovely year ahead! Best wishes also to Aoife Mooney who turns another year older and wiser this week – have a great day Aoife. KANGOO CLUB KILL Looking to get fit? Give our club a go – Kangoo Jumps have lower impact on joints, improve balance and core strength as well as the added bonus of incredibly fast body fat burning! This club invites all ages, all levels of fitness at any stage. Classes in Kill Community Centre take place every Tuesday 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. and Thursdays 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. To book your place or for more information, please contact Christina on 086-3043214 or visit us on facebook. KILL / BONMAHON FORÓIGE Well done to Kill / Bonmahon Foróige on the beautiful cakes and buns they produced last week and a special mention to the adult leaders - thank you all! AWARD WINNING FILM TO BE SCREENED IN THE GEALACH GORM THEATRE ‘The Stranger’, an award

winning film about artist Neal McGregor who lived on the island of Inishbofin for 8 years will be shown in The Gealach Gorm Theatre on Good Friday, April 3rd at 8.00 p.m. Neal died alone, aged 44, in a stone shed, where he lived without water, electricity or heating on a remote Irish island, leaving behind volumes of secret diaries. The Gaelic speaking islanders on the rapidly de-populating island knew little of Neal during the 8 years he lived there. Who was the stranger? Some thought he might be a British Spy recording gun running shipping routes of the IRA and others thought he might be trying to take control of the island. A film about memory and perception, an unusual portrait of a man, living on the edge physically and mentally, and the island community he lived amongst. ‘The Stranger’ is a mystery, a slowly unravelling dark tale that reveals a unique and fascinating character. Ed and Chloe Humm (who lived locally for many years before moving to Donegal) star in this documentary. The producer, director and the stars of this film will be in attendance and following the screening there will be a Q & A session. Admission is €6 and tickets can be prebooked by call or text to 086-8569358. Tickets will also be available on the door.

MEMBERS TRIP TO MAYO Only 4 seats left, book as soon as possible to secure your seat. We have negotiated an exceptional price of €245 for 3 nights which includes the following: • Staying at the Luxury “Twin Trees Hotel and Leisure Club”, Ballina. • Bed, Breakfast and 5 course dinner each night. • Guided tour of Mayo to include: Trips to the Jackie Clarke Collection, Ceide Fields Visitor Centre, Foxford Woollen Mills, Knock Shrine and Museum, Turlough House and Park and the Museum of Country Life. • Free nightly entertainment arranged by the hotel. • Full use of the leisure facilities. Included in the price are All travel expenses. Coach tour will begin in Dungarvan on Sunday, 10th May at 9.00 a.m., having the same coach for the four days, with all trips and excursions included and then returning to Dungarvan on Wednesday evening. Maximum number accepted is 26. Book early to avoid disappointment as first come, first served policy will apply. A deposit of €100 is required to secure place. (A €20 supplement each night will apply for single occupancy room). For further details please contact the Museum at 45960. FESTIVAL OF FOOD CHILDREN’S EVENT Waterford County Museum on Saturday, 11th April – “History of the Mill” - Learn about Milling, specifically Flahavan’s who have been milling oats in Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford for over 200 years. We will tell you the story of how porridge is made and how the product has changed and become such a success. Lots to do and see, including cartoons and film clips involving porridge. Colouring, tasting and lots of fun for all the family. Children come and meet Goldilocks and the three bears. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP We would like to remind our members that the annual membership fee is now due for renewal. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Museum, the annual subscription is €15. SGC CINEMA UPCOMING EVENT “Vincent Van Gogh: A new way of seeing” - This is a new film about the life and

works of one of the world’s favourite artists, marking both a major re-showing of the gallery’s collection and a celebration of the 125th Anniversary of Van Gogh’s death. Date: 14th April at 6.30 p.m. Tickets at a reduced rate now available to Museum members. Contact 05845960 or call to the Museum, Friary Street, Dungarvan. LOCAL HISTORY Two more significant dates relating to Dungarvan:1746: Publication of Charles Smith’s History of Waterford City & County. 1750: The Phinisk Aquaduct was constructed to bring water into the town BOOK SALE We are now collecting books for our annual Book Sale. Books can be handed into the Museum, Friary St., Dungarvan. No magazines, encloyopedias or school books accepted. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST WEEK ENDING 3rd APRIL Name: Edward Lonergan; Service No. Rank: 4853 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: I Guards. 1Bn; Where Born: Waterford, Fethard; Death Category: Killed in Action; Date of Death: 4/1/15. Name: Richard O’Brien; Service No. Rank: N.S. Sailor; Service: Merc. Marine; Unit: S.S. Avanti Savoir Saili; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: At Sea off Shetlands; Date of Death: 4/1915. Name: James Ryan; Age: 38; Service No. Rank: Panty Steward; Service: Merc. Marine; Unit: S.S. Falaba; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: At Sea; Date of Death: 3/28/15.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Ventures at Duncannon Fort.

Abbeyside Scouts spent weekend in Duncannon Fort OUR meeting started as normal with the Scout Prayer and subs. We then spent some time on first aid practice, with scenarios ranging from hypothermia and burning oil wounds to a bowie knife in the stomach. No children or animals were harmed during the production of this episode! The lads used the practical training from a few weeks ago to remember how best to deal with first aid situations, with a focus on doing nothing danger-

ous and getting help as quickly as possible. No field surgery was undertaken, despite offers being made by some of the scouts. 33 Venturers from four groups in the county spent last weekend in Duncannon Fort, with amazing weather and a great programme that included archery, abseiling, beach rugby and volleyball and watching of the 6 Nations rugby matches. The Venturers took the ferry over from Passage and walked in and out the 5 km

to Duncannon so that helped to work up appetites. The fort itself is a brilliant location on a low cliff over the beach in Duncannon, with views across the river and down to Hook Head, and with gun batteries, dungeons, officers messes and all that you would expect of an 18th century fort that used to accommodate up to 250 soldiers. We finished the meeting with the Scout Prayer. We

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 25/3/’15 – 1st Divided: Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine; Tom & Margaret Ryan; Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrne Lucky Tables: Bill Leddy & Helen O’Keeffe; Delia Cashel & Pat Noonan; Bob

& Mary Allen; Denny Tobin & Finbar Byrne. Raffle: Hugh Geary, Nellie Devine, Joan Hannon, Mary Fennessy, Christy Higgins, Mary Fitzgerald x 2, P. J. McInerney, Ml. Whelan, Marie Heskin and Aaron Pratt.

Bonmahon WORDS WRITERS’ GROUP Our next WORDS Event will take place this Wednesday, 1st April at 7.45 p.m. at The Art Hand, Bonmahon. Booking is essential to ensure your seat. New members are always welcome in this intimate group of word lovers! Call 051-292919 for more information. NEWS FROM THE ART HAND Well done to all our class participants on another fantastic term and great creations during once-off workshops. We would like to wish all our students young and older a very Happy Easter. If you are interested in giving one of our classes a go or would like to enrol your child for our kids’ classes recommencing on 21st April for juniors and 23rd April for seniors, just give us a call on 051-292919. GAELIC FOR MOTHERS Looking for some light exercise that's

heavy on fun and enjoyment? Want to get out of the house and meet other women for a bit of craic? St. Anne's G4M&Os (Gaelic for Mothers and Others) are recommencing football training on Wednesday 8th April at 8.30 p.m. at Dunhill GAA pitch. All women from 20 upwards (no upper age limit!) are welcome to join us. No previous experience or fitness level required. All you need is enthusiasm and a sense of fun! Just come along any Wednesday night and try it out. The more the merrier! NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON NS Congratulations to Stephen Russell who celebrated his birthday recently. Thank you to all for your continued support in the Bonmahon Community Lotto and of course new support will be greatly appreciated also. Happy Easter to all, Cáisc shona daoibh.

also reminded scouts that the wearing of the neckerchief is mandatory at all scout meetings and activities (not least for reasons of identifying them as scouts to the public and for insurance) and that any scout arriving without a necker will have to go home and get it, or buy a new one! Next week bring compasses, torches and jackets, all going well with the weather we will out be out working on bearings on a route planned by Jonny.

Scouts practice First Aid.

Ballymacarbry MUSIC LESSONS Niamh Fenton’s Music Class for Tin Whistle, Banjo, Fiddle and Accordion will commence Saturday, 11th April, 2015, 3.00 p.m. at Ballymacarbry Community Centre, Price €5. There are still a few spot’s left. If you are interested, please send us a personal

message through our Facebook page or ring the office on 052-6185483 or leave a slip with your name and telephone number and write Music Lessons. WHIST Winners on 18th March 2015 were: Marian McCarthy, Eileen McCarthy,

Nora Harte, Miriam Kiely, Mary Crolly and Anna Thompson. Whist continues every other Wednesday night at 7.45 p.m. here in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. Next game is on Wednesday, 1st April, 2015. All are welcome. We will find you a playing partner.

Easter Commemoration at Ballymacarbry THE Easter Commemoration of the West Waterford Old IRA Brigade will take place on Easter Sunday next at Fourmilewater Church, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford. The event was last staged in this area in 2009 and before that in 2003. Coincidently, the golden anniversary was also staged in the area in 1966. This event will mark the 99th anniversary since the Rising of 1916. The day will commence with a march behind the Flag Party and Youghal Pipe Band from below the school to the church grounds. A guest speaker will be on hand as will local musicians and singers to exhibit our native culture. Wreaths will be placed near the graveyard to commemorate all those,

of every generation, who lost their lives for the cause of Irish freedom. A minute’s silence will be observed in their honour. Chairman for the day will be local Councillor Michael J. O’Ryan who is sure to outline the local involvement during the 1916-1923 period including a Republican Army Council and Republican cabinet meeting at John Wall’s Cottage, Knockanaffrin in the Nire Valley in 1923 shortly prior to the death of General Liam Lynch in Crohan West on the slopes of The nearby Knockmealdown Mountains. Present at this meeting were, Eamon de Valera, Liam Lynch, Bill Quirke, Tom Derrig, Austin Stack, Sean Dowling, Frank Aiken, Tom Barry, Humphrey Murphy, Seán

Hyde, Sean McSwiney & Tom Crofts. A lasting monument to this event now lies at Knockaun in the Nire Valley adjacent to the Steel Bridge crossing the Nire River. Furthermore on the day, a bugler will sound the Last Post, while the Youghal Pipe band who has been attending the event since the 1920’s will conclude the event with Amhrán na bhFiann. Following this, refreshments will be served at Ballymacarbry Community Centre where the customary raffle will take place and more music will be provided to entertain the public. All are welcome to attend. Congregating will commence at 2.30 p.m. from beneath Ballymacarbry N.S.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan AGM - 10th April AFTER a busy, productive and rewarding first year, Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan is delighted to advise all members, current and intending, that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on Friday, April 10th at 7.30 p.m. in the Park Hotel. We’ve had an incredibly busy year, with two hugely successful productions within six months, a table quiz, a variety night, bagpacking, a workshop, performing in the local community hospital, awards and nominations for both the group and some of our members, and much more. We’ve been delighted to have been in a position to be able to make donations from the proceeds of our first two productions to two very worthwhile local charities – Newport House and The Irish Kidney Association (Waterford branch). And our members have been active in support of many other local theatre and community groups throughout the year. As a community-based group, working hard within our community, we are extremely grateful for the great support we have received for all our activities to date. And we have great plans for the year ahead! Announced on the final night of our recent production of Steel Magnolias, our next production will be The Graduate. An iconic film

based on the 1963 novel The Graduate by Charles Webb, the screenplay is by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry. Our production of The Graduate will be its first amateur production in Ireland, a major coup for Curtain Call. The play will take place in September/October 2015, and readings will take place in May, so watch this space. Not content with staging an irish premier in our second year, we have other major plans for the drama year ahead. All will be revealed! To help us build on the success of our first year, we are looking for more people to join our committee. Anyone wishing to join the committee will need to be a paid-up member at the time of the AGM. Being on the Curtain Call committee will be hard work, but it will also be great fun and extremely rewarding. If you’re unsure of your membership status, or if you want to find out a bit more

about what’s involved in being on the committee, just e-mail us on ccpdung a r va n @ h o t m a i l . c o m , phone/text us on 0873812028 or send us a message on our Facebook page facebook.com/CCPDunga rvan. All are welcome to attend the AGM, even if you’re not currently a member. So if you just want to come down to the AGM to learn more about Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan and our plans for the year ahead, you’re more than welcome to join us in the Park Hotel on Friday, 10th April at 7.30 p.m., or in the bar afterwards for a few drinks. However, only paid-up members will be able to vote at the AGM or become a member of the committee for the coming year. We look forward to seeing you all at the AGM and to sharing with you all our exciting plans for the year ahead!

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Week ending 29th March, 2015. Lotto jackpot €400. Winning numbers were 6, 7 and 8. No winner. Next week's jackpot is €500. 5 x €20 prizes. The winners were Trevor Power, Imelda Gleeson, Dylan Phelan, Dan Flynn and Anne Ahearne. Promoter's prize of €20 - Alice Burke. Tickets cost €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets and designated promoters. Next draw is in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday, 5th April, 2015. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Bobby McCarthy, c/o Tallow GAA who was the big winner last weekend in the first Deise draw held in 2015.Tallow GAA club were on a winning streak with 3 winners in the main draw and another winner in the 'specials'. Unfortunately, there was no local winner in the March draw but hopefully better luck next month. The April draw will be held in Killrossanty on Friday night, 24th April. Deise draw tickets are available from local club committee members. The full list of April winners were as follows:- Bobby McCarthy Tallow GAA €10,000; Micheal Tobin, Sean Phobal €3,000; Garvan O'Keeffe, Brickeys €1,500; Lena McCarthy, Tallow - €250;

Johnny Geary, Tallow - €250; James Sheehan, Dungarvan - €250; Declan Skehan, Rathgormack - €250; Leanne Brown, Erins Own - €250; Jim Morrissey, Dunhill - €250; Thomas Kearney, De La Salle - €250; Mossie Landy, Bonmahon €250. The specials were won by David O’Brien Tallow and Breda Kiely, Stradbally. EASTER GREETINGS The writer of this column extends Easter greetings to all readers of the column and hopes the Easter Bunny visits the children in the Parish over the weekend, for an eggstra special Easter! ST. MARY’S CHURCH The mass times for Easter Week will be as follows: Holy Thursday 7.30 p.m., Good Friday 7.30 p.m., Easter Saturday Vigil Mass 9.00 p.m. and Easter Sunday 11.15 a.m. Wishing everyone in the parish a happy and peaceful Easter. SLIABH gCUA LADIES CLUB The next monthly meeting will be on Tuesday, 7th April at 8.00 p.m. Our guest speaker on the night will be Ray Power of “Home Instead”. Ray will give a talk on security in the home with particular emphasis regarding personal security for seniors. This should be a very useful and informative talk and any non members who wish to attend are most welcome.

Comeraghs Comhaltas entertained the crowds at the Saint Patrick's Day Parade.

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien BARON OF STRANGE The Baron of Strange was only one of the titles held by Scotsman James Murray. His baronies also extended to Knockyn, Wotton, Mohun, Burnel, Basset, and Lacy. He was invested with the Order of the Thistle, became keeper of the Great Seal of Scotland and owned vast estates in the wilds of Scotland as 2nd Duke of Atholl. The Baron of Strange probably never set foot in County Waterford. Nor did he own land here. Nonetheless, we have James Murray to thank for the modern landscape of the Comeragh Mountains. Back in 1728, James Murray conceived a bold plan to make money from the upland bogs that were under his control. It was in that year that he ordered Larch trees to be planted on his hill lands. Larch was much in demand in the 1700's. Trees of a mere three or four inch diameter could be cut down and used as pit props in the mines. The tree's strong heartwood tolerated wet conditions and large changes of temperature. When stressed, it didn't snap, but bulged and bent, allowing time, hopefully, for miners to retreat to safety if danger threatened. The Baron of Strange, the Duke of Atholl, began planting larch where no one had ever tried planting it before, atop his boggy Scottish domain. Larch and more larch went into the ground in their ordered rows. Eventually the Duke and his two successors planted 14 million larch trees atop the slopes of Scotland.

The children of Kilbrien Parent & Toddlers group find a likely spot to place their stickers from Seachtain na Gaeilge. As the larch plantations rose higher, eventually the sowing reached heights where it was just that bit too cold and too wet. The Duke's successors and many imitators switched to Sitka Spruce. Sitka was well adapted to the rainy conditions of its native northwest American home so it thrived in British uplands. The pattern was set. Dark swathes of conifers soon covered stretches of Scotland and England. In Ireland, the bulk of these Sitka, Larch and Scots Pine forests were planted after independence by the state forestry company, Coillte. Ireland's mountains, too, came to resemble patchwork quilts of green bog and dark forest. When we look at the Comeraghs today, we see a landscape transformed. A geometry of straight forestry lines has been imposed on the rounded slopes of the mountains. The eye is disconcerted by the contrast. But, those dark lines of conifers provide country jobs and support a timber industry, shipping and trucking firms. Straight lines, curving hills, jobs and money, wild

beauty - the Baron's legacy is all there. It's very Strange. BOOK LAUNCH A lovely ceremony took place at Kilgobinet Church this past Thursday, the 26th of March. The celebration was in honour of the newly published book "Scoil Naomh Gobinet Coolnasmear School Celebrating Fifty Years". The book is surprisingly big and it's filled with photos and stories and remembrances. Congratulations on a splendid piece of work. The cost is $20 and copies are available through the school on Monday to Friday. For information, call the school at 058-42177 or 083-455-3333. KILBRIEN PARENT & TODDLERS 1st April, Wednesday Cindy will be back for some more music and dance on April 1st at 10.30 am in Kilbrien Hall. The group will meet during the Easter Holidays. All are invited. Or see the Kilbrien Parent and Toddler group Facebook page for more information. KCK EASTER CEREMONIES 2nd to 5th April, Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday: Kilgobinet Church: Holy

Thursday - 7.30 p.m.; Good Friday - 7.30 p.m.; Easter Saturday - 8.00 p.m.; Easter Sunday - 11.00 a.m. Kilbrien Church - Holy Thursday - 7.30 p.m.; Good Friday - 3.00 p.m.; Easter Sunday - 9.30 a.m. Colligan Church - Good Friday - 7.30 p.m.; Eaaster Saturday - 7.30 p.m. EASTER EGG HUNT & DUCK RACE 5th April, Easter Sunday - Easter Egg Hunt at Wooden Bridge in Colligan at 2.30 p.m. followed by a Duck Race in aid of the Community Group and local projects. EASTER MONDAY CLEAN-UP 6th April, Easter Monday - The annual Easter Monday Clean-up. Meet at 10.00 a.m. at the Colligan wooden bridge, followed at 12.45 p.m. by a picnic. Or join Ned Landers at Kilbrien Hall at 11.00 a.m. Or meet the Comeraghs Cleanup crew outside Lemybrien Supermarket at 10.00 a.m. - sharp! Refreshments for volunteers to the Kilbrien and Comeragh Cleanups are available at St Brigids Hall, Kilrossanty from midday to 3.00 p.m. Bags, gloves and high visibility vests provided if needed. In short, there's someplace for everyone. And if you can't make any of these neighbourly gettogethers, it's the perfect day to clean the stretch of road outside your own house. COMMUNITY WALK Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights Reminder: Meet at 7.30 p.m. at Coolnasmear Hall. High visibility vests are provided. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Kilrossanty EASTER HOLY COMMUNION SERVICE Holy Communion Service at 7.00 a.m at the Sheepfold near the Mahon Falls road Comeragh on Easter Sunday morning. CLEAN-UP The Annual Clean-up of the Comeraghs will take place on Easter Monday, 6th April. Volunteers will meet outside Veales Supermarket Lemybrien at 10.00 a.m. and will be supplied with bags and gloves. Refreshments will be served in the hall until 3.00 p.m. Hope to see a large crowd of volunteers on the

day. CYCLE A 50k Charity Cycle in aid of Mental Health and Suicide Awareness will take place on Easter Sunday, 5th April, starting in Lemybrien at 10.00 a.m. sharp. Registration from 9.00 a.m. This is a worthy cause to highlight this very serioues issue.You can help by cycling or by doing stewarding on the day. Any help would be appreciated on the day. For more details please contact Liam Brazil at 087-2119203. Remember Easter Sunday 10.00 a.m. in Lemyrbien.

THANKS Thanks to all who contributed to the collection last week end for homeless. DEISE DRAW No winner in the Deise Draw last Friday night. If you were not included in the first draw you can always join for the next seven months. Next draw will be in Micilins on 24th April. COLLECTION Clergy collection is due this weekend. EASTER Happy Easter to all my readers and to the editor and staff of this newspaper.

‘Dungarvan - A Bridge to the Future’ DUNGARVANToastmasters are hosting an evening of informative and entertaining speakers to understand the assets Dungarvan currently has and how best to utilise these going into the future. This is a public event with the objective of understanding the general public's perception and ideas of where Dungarvan is currently and where it is going in the future. The structure of the evening is two guest speakers; Ian Noctor and Jenny Beresford and speeches from Toastmaster members Anne Halpin and John Foley. The speeches are set to be compelling and enlightening. After the speeches there is an open floor discussion on selected topics. This promises to be a lively discussion with many interesting and relevant points revealed. Light refreshments are available after the event. The evening will primarily be focused on tourism, culture & the arts, outdoor

amenities, business life and what Dungarvan has to offer as a place to live in. The event is open to the public, admission is €5.

Tickets are available in The Park Hotel. When: Wednesday, 15th April at 7.30 p.m. Where: The Park Hotel.Cost: €5.

Stradbally

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Friday, (2nd and 3rd April) is the Mens Shed National Collection days, so if you see some men in yellow vests with a bit of sawdust

on them, don't be alarmed, it's only our volunteer collectors, so try and support this worthy cause in these tough times.

menssheds.ie THE week moved along in the Shed, with things going at a leisurely pace. Wheelbarrow planters still on the go, with a lot happening on the gardening front Ger Dalton looking after the seedlings and transplanting. The Woodwork course is continuing with the lads finishing work really up to scratch under Jim Egan’s watchful eye! This Thursday and

Handwriting Competition winners from Our Lady of Mercy School, Stradbally. All the participants have been entered into the An Post INTO National Handwriting competition.

Selection of sticks (Celtic Stick Makers).

RECENT BAPTISM Fionnan Marcus Ronayne, son of Finola and Roger Ronayne, No. 5 Whitewell, Stradbally was baptised on the 27th March, 2015 at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. The godparents were Sean Meaney and Mary O’Reilly. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. PARISH DRAW The first winners of the Parish Draw which took place on Wednesday night last were as follows: 1st prize €150 Josephine Hickey, Carrigahilla, Stradbally; 5 x €25 went to Robert Aherne, Brenan, Lehane children, c/o Mary Walsh, Noreen Carroll, Garranturton, Trevor Costello, Stradballymore, Breda O’Donnell, Portlaw. Promoter’s prize went to Marlene Doyle. The next draw will be a double draw because of the Bank Holiday will take place on Monday, 30th March. HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES The times of Holy week ceremonies for Stradbally, Faha and Ballylaneen are as follows: Holy Thursday, 2nd April: Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.00 p.m.; Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6.00 p.m.; St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 8.00 p.m. Good Friday, 3rd April (First Friday usual sick calls): Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 3.00 p.m. Passion Stations; Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 7.00 p.m.; St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 8.00 p.m.

Easter Saturday: Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m. Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6.00 p.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 8.00 p.m. Easter Sunday morning: Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9.00 a.m. Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 10.00 a.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 11.00 a.m. The Easter collection for the priests of the parish will be taken up at all Masses. A collection for the Holy Places will be taken up during the Good Friday ceremonies. Please return your Trocaire Box to the church this coming weekend. The Holy Week ceremonies for the Church of Ireland Parish of St. James, Stradbally. Tuesday, 31st prayers of the journey - Rossmire Church, Kilmacthoms at 7.30 p.m. Wednesday, 1st April St. James Church, Stradbally prayers of the journey at 7.30 p.m. Maundy Thursday, 2nd April Eucharist and Watch the Passion. St. James Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday, 3rd April St. James Church, Stradbally. Easter Saturday - St. James Church, Stradbally Easter Vigil at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday - Sunrise Eucharist Mahon Falls at 7.00 a.m. (Service near Sheepfold close to Mahon Falls) with Rev. Jas. Mulhall. At 9.45 a.m. Comeragh Church Eucharist. 11.00 a.m. - James Church, Stradbally Eucharist.

LOCAL SOCCER NEWS Well done to U-11 team who were crowned league champions on Saturday when they won 3-2 against Seaview Celtic in Annestown. The group of players never miss training or a match and this was a well deserved accolade. Congratulations also to their coaches Diarmuid and Brian who are as dedicated as the boys. Mol an oige agus tiocfaidh siad. Stradbally went down 2-1 away to Tramore in a league tie on Sunday. Stephen Lalor levelled proceedings but the hosts grabbed the winner following a corner just before the end. There was no jackpot winner in the lotto draw in the Cove Bar. The numbers drawn were: 6, 10, 11, 15. €25 went to Garvan Troy, Durow; Cha Terry, Old Parish; L. Phelan, Bonmahon. The promoter’s prizewinner was Tadgh Crowley.The next draw will take place in the Bally Inn

on Easter Sunday.Thanks to all who continue to support our lotto. Mile buiochas to all who attended our Table Quiz in the Cove Bar recently. All seemed to enjoy the range of questions, especially the know your local round.The eventual winners were: Eamon Clancy, Stuart Fee, Alan D’Arcy, Elaine D’Arcy. Academy and Little Dribblers continues on Saturday mornings at 10.30 a.m. All children and their parents welcome. Astro Turf pitch is available to hire for time slots. Contact Tadgh on 087 230 6841. Limited amount of club gear available in children sizes. Contact Gerry at 087 224 5712. BARRON HALL The Barron Hall is available now for bookings, be it in the large main hall or the small meeting room. The kitchen facilities, disabled toilet, one outdoor green area included. Contact the booking officer Nicola at 087 716 0700.

Our Lady of Mercy School Stradbally – Pupils who completed six weeks of needlework classes with Jo Taylor.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Kilmacthomas EASTER MASS TIMES Your Easter Mass times for Newtown, Kilmacthomas, Kill and Saleen are as follows; Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper Newtown at 7.30 p.m. and Kill at 8.00 p.m. Good Friday Stations of the Cross Saleen at 12.00 noon and Kilmacthomas at 7.30 p.m., Celebration of the Lord's Passion, Newtown 3.00 p.m. and Kill at 3.00 p.m. Easter Saturday Vigil Mass Kilmacthomas 9.00 p.m. and Kill 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday morning Saleen 9.30 a.m., Kill 10.00 a.m. and Newtown 11.30 a.m. Easter Monday Newtown 11.00 a.m. and Kill at 11.00 a.m. Please return your Trocaire Box. KILMACTHOMAS MAHON VALLEY INITIATIVE CLEAN-UP DAY Our first objective is to clean-up the area and we are organising a Kilmac CleanUp on Easter Saturday. We are asking just two hours of your time, meeting at the car park at the end of the village at 11.00 am, gloves and bags will be provided. Our village needs you please come out

and support. DAFFODIL DAY Many thanks to all who supported Daffodil Day on Friday last at Centra Supermarket, to all who gave daffodils, bought pins, key rings, daffodils etc., to Pat Phelan for use of his premises and to all who gave of their time to sell the items. All donations go to the Irish Cancer Society. ALL-IRELAND GOLD Congratulations to Kylie Heinen, daughter of Dirk and Sandra Kiley-Heinen, Kilmacthomas who won Gold in the All-Ireland's at Athlone IT in the U-14 High Jump. Kylie jumped a massive 1.54 a new personal best. Well done Kylie. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmac AFC lotto draw for Saturday, 28th March. Letters drawn were J, M, P and X. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Natalie Barry, Ashtown; Aaron Kennedy, Kilmac; Frank Donovan, Western Terrace; Seamus Casey, Kilmac and Ben Long Power, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €2,100, be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club

winners for Monday, 23rd March - Eileen Power, Kay Veale, Eric Townsend, Maudie Cusack, Mary Walsh, Nicola Carroll, K. Veale, Kitsy Keating, Mary O'Donnell,Teresa Keane and Ellis Wilkins. Raffle winners Mary Kirwan, Teresa Keane, Biddy Fitzgerald, Biddy Carroll and Monica Gough. CLEAN - UP THE COMERAGH Our annual Clean Up the Comeraghs takes place on Easter Monday, 6th April at 10.00 sharp. Meeting Point Outside the Supermarket in Leamybrien. Refreshments (for volunteers) St. Brigids Hall, Kilrossanty from midday to 3.00 p.m. Bags and gloves will be given out at the meeting point and this is where the areas to be covered will be allocated. If you do not have a hi-vis vest one will be made available to you. Please ensure all children are supervised. We look forward to seeing you there. HAPPY EASTER Wishing all contributors and readers of these notes a very Happy Easter.

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach SCÓR NA bPAISTÍ Well done to all our members who played, danced, sang or acted in the recent Scór na bPaistí semi-finals and good luck to those who got through to finals! WINNIE FENNELL TRAD FESTIVAL Once again some of our members, young and old attended the annual Winnie Fennell Trad Festival.This year’s festival was launched on Friday night with a huge sing song in Buttons Bar. This was followed throughout the weekend with top musicians from around the country belting out tunes and songs to suit people of all ages. The very popular Sunday afternoon open session was held in the Sportsmans Bar this

year and it was here some of our branch members got to play, listen, swap tunes and make new friends with their peers from other branches. Traditional music festivals are a great social gathering for all musicians, their family and their friends, the Winnie Fennell Tradfest being no exception.....a great time was had by all. Congratulations to the organisers on an entertaining and well ran weekend and here's looking forward to next years 10th anniversary. DON'T FORGET Follow us on Facebook - Comeraghs Comhaltas Branch or alternatively check out our Website -www.comeraghs.com to keep up with all our news and activities.

Two Encore pupils to star in RTE Programme for kids! WE have had a very busy Term! With getting to know our new pupils, Elocution and Acting exams, and, of course, Auditioning for our Upcoming shows Seussical The Musical & High School Rock! We were delighted with the response for our London Theatre Trip Which we announced in January!! We have lots of children/parents and Teachers looking forward to this wonderful October Experience! We are also thrilled to announce two pupils, Billy O’Connell and Ronan Meleady have been chosen to partake in a RTE Programme for Children.Watch your Screens folks these two stars from Dungarvan will be popping up on them. Upcoming Events & Dates to Remember for Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy :– April 21nd-25th Sister Act The Musical. May 21st- 24th End of year Show SUESSICAL THE MUSICAL & HIGH SCHOOL ROCK!

June 10th Drama Night /L.A.M.D.A Awards!! Monologues & Duologues. By Encore Pupils! July 6th-10th Summer Performance Camp! October - London Theatre Trip!! Sister Act The Musical Tickets are now on sale in David Walsh’s and Ray Kelly’s Pharmacy, High St. We have organised fabulous pre-theatre menus in The Park Hotel/Crew's Restaurant and Nude Food. Judging from last years All Shook Up The Musical This show is sure to be a sell out, so book your tickets fast!! Vicki Graham will yet again Direct and it stars all of Encore Stage Academy teachers!! Aileen Hogan, Laura Hodnett, and Sarah Layman. www.facebook.com/EncoreStageAcademy If you would like your child or teen to join Encore please contact Aileen Hogan 0876299508.

Cllr. Tom Cronin, F.F. and Ballysaggart Tidy Villages Committee.

Ballysaggart TIDY VILLAGES COMMITTEE On Wednesday night last, March 25th, Ballysaggart Tidy Villages Committee hosted a meeting to discuss plans for the village and surrounding areas. The meeting was lead by Michael J. Walsh, Chairman of Ballysaggart Tidy Village Committee. Michael on behalf of the Development Company wants to thank sincerely all who helped over the year for their hard work. The major works carried out Voluntarily are a credit to all in the Community and beyond. A big thanks to Waterford City and County Council and Staff for all their hard work. The first matter discussed was a letter from Waterford City and County Council in relation to the Waterford Local Economic and Community Plan. Waterford City and County Council are engaging with geographic communities to identify the needs of their area and to discuss how communities can work collaboratively to become more resilient. One representative from each PPN registered group in the area is invited to a Workshop, taking place on Saturday, April 11th from 10.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. in the Deise Room of the Park Hotel Dungarvan, on the drafting of the Local Economic and Community Plan. It would be beneficial for Ballysaggart Community Groups to have an input at this Workshop for the future recognition and development of the area. SUMMER PLANTING On a more immediate matter, our Summer Planting Programme has been set in motion. Once it

is established what hedging, plants and flowers are required it is expected that planting of the flower beds and hanging boxes will take place between May and June, to have the village and surrounding areas in full bloom for the summer. COMMUNITY CENTRE Work around the Community Centre was also discussed and it is hoped that work on the building of a dry stone wall, erecting of the large stone and planting of the area will commence in the near future. AN TAISCE ANNUAL LITTER PICK The annual Litter Pick of the Ballysaggart area will take place on Saturday, April 25th with the group meeting at the Community Centre at 10.00 a.m. Bags and pickers have been supplied by An Taisce and Waterford City and County Council will also be providing assistance. All help with the litter pick and other planned works would be greatly appreciated. This work will make Ballysaggart a beautiful area to live in and a place be proud of. COUNCILLOR TOM CRONIN, FIANA FÁIL Michael Walsh advised the meeting that Cllr. Tom Cronin is attending another meeting here and was available to address any questions the attendees wish to put to him. Tom was very interested to hear the concerns of the local people and answered questions on road repairs, drainage, hedge cutting and personal issues. Tom expressed his willingness to provide assistance with any issues brought to his attention and is available to speak with or meet any-

one at anytime, he can be contacted on 086-3933444. BALLYSAGGART CUMMAN FF AGM The Fianna Cumann held its AGM on Wednesday night last. Attending was Cllr. Tom Cronin and apologies were received from Cllr. James Tobin. Many issues were discussed and raised.The work being undertaken in the village and Car Park was acknowledged and its enhancement of Ballysaggart is much appreciated. However, the state of rural roads was cause for major concern especially the flooding on the western side of the village. These give rise to concern and that it affects those walking and also the likelihood of an accident waiting to happen. Next up for Fianna Fail in the county is the selection of candidates for the next Dail elections. Michael J. Walsh was congratulated on his roles as Chairman of the Dungarvan/Lismore LEA, and, Joint Treasurer of Waterford City & County CDC. Officers elected:President Mary Kennefick, Chairman Tom Veale, Vice Chairperson - Tess Hale, Secretary - Billy Devine, Treasurer/Memembership Michael J. Walsh. COMMUNITY CONSULTATION MEETING Waterford Leader Partnership (WLP) are hosting a Community Consultation Meeting on Thursday, 2nd April at 8.30 p.m. in Ballysaggart Community Centre. The main topic for discussion will be to look at the needs of the area in terms of the next Rural Development

Programme 2014-2020. Indicative themes for discussion include the following areas: • Rural Economic Development/Enterprise Development/Job Creation. • Social Inclusion through building community capacity, training and animation. • Rural Environment. Everyone from the community is welcome to attend this meeting to discuss the needs of the area and to put a plan in place for Rural Development Funding. Any queries in relation to this meeting can be addressed by Niamh Budds, Project Officer WLP on 058-54646. Niamh will also be in attendance on the night. ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BALLYSAGGART PASTORAL COUNCIL HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES Holy Thursday - 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord's Supper. Good Friday - 7.00 p.m. Passion Liturgy. We will also have the cup of tea and a treat after our Easter Sunday morning mass. On behalf of the Pastoral Council would like to wish you all a lovely Easter break. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st Pa Geoghegan and Stephen Cunningham; 2nd Dan Howard and Fionnuala Hynes. Lucky Tables: Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey; Tom Cahill and Tess Hale. Tickets: Delia Cashell, Nellie Devine, Stephen Cunningham and Dan Howard.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Lismore LISMORE TIDY TOWNS Work is continuing at a fast rate and we are way ahead of schedule in terms of preparation for the 2015 SuperValu Tidy Towns competition. Last week the Grotto at Townparks was weeded and tidied up as was the planted area at the entrance to St. Carthage's Home. Briars and ivy growth were removed from the low wall at the entrance to the Inchs at Ballyrafter, footpaths were swept in this area as was the car park at Canal View Park. Thanks to the efforts of our working team and our CES worker. It is great to see the work that is going on at the Strand at present. To improve safety as you approach the entrance to the Owenashad riverside walk a fence is being from the laurel which has recently been cut back in this area. This is part of what adjudicators are looking for in the tidy towns competition, reusing or finding a new use for existing materials rather than disposing of them to landfill.Thanks to the men who are involved with the work. To raise money for its activities Lismore Tidy Towns runs an annual Easter egg draw. Eight business premises in the town have been supplied with a large Easter Egg so by buying a line for €2 in any of those business premises you

have a one in sixty chance of winning an egg! Please support our draw with only a few days left to Easter. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK:Some useful websites listed below for people interested in reducing waste. This week’s information is for households and communities: • www.local prevention.ie/tidytowns • www.repaircafe.ie ideas for setting up a local repair service • www.jumbletown.ie and www.freecycle.orgfree give and take websites • www.greenhome.ie an Taisce scheme with online household/community surveys and action plans • www.stopfoodwaste.ie - lots of tips/ facts/ recipes • www.seai.ie - energy / money saving ideas for households / schools/ businesses • www.taps.ie - tips for conserving water at home/school/work. Includes survey, posters and childrens colouring sheets • www.ipcc.ie-tips on composting / wormeries from the Irish Peatland Council SPRING SPREE RETURNS TO LISMORE CASTLE GARDENS Saturday, 4th April 10.00 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Lismore Castle Arts and Gardens is delighted to

announce the return of “Spring Spree” for 2015. Spring spree is a one day charity event taking place on Saturday, 4th April between 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. This community spirited event will invite sports teams, activity groups and local residence to enjoy the gardens in all their splendour through a wide range of activities such as the annual Easter egg hunt, sports tournaments, egg and spoon races, pony rides, bake sales, table quizzes and much more. The day will also be marked by free entry to the gardens for all our visitors, however donations will be encouraged to help fund the important work carried out by The St Vincent De Paul Society and the LCA education programme. LISMORE MOCHUDA LOTTO DRAW RESULTS Date: March 24th, 2015. Super Jackpot €10,650. BIKO. No winner. Bonus Jackpot €150. HKRW. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 each: Marian Roche, Deerpark Rd., Lismore; Catherine Devine, Boolakiely, Cappoquin; Rita Hegarty, Castlemount, Lismore. Next Draw March 31st, 2015. The Red House. Super Jackpot €10,800.

Holy Week in the Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart WE need to see the three days, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil/Day as one great event in the life of Jesus Christ.We call these three days, the Easter Tridium. We connect with how Jesus goes back to God in his humanity. We will celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7.00 p.m. on Holy Thursday in Ballysaggart and again at 8.15 p.m. in St. Carthage’s Lismore. From previous years, observing the size of congregations it may be wise to reduce to only one Mass, where? Thanks to the choirs, readers, eucharistic ministers, servers, altar society and sacristans for making sure these Masses are prayerful, reverent and relevant.The work on the organ in St. Carthage’s is nearing completion. Thanks to Donal Kenefick for working so closely with Padraig O’Donovan, the organ builder. During this Mass you will be invited to take your Trocaire family Fast box to the altar.Your sacrifices are contained therein and you ritually wash the feet of the poor through your financial sacrifices. We will celebrate the Commemoration of the Passion of our Lord, at 3.00 p.m. in St. Carthage’s Church and again at 7.00 p.m. in Ballysaggart. The traditional Stations of the Cross will be prayed in St. Carthage’s at 8.00 p.m. led by the members of the Pastoral Council. (In fact all the Good Friday Liturgies may be led by lay people as it is a service, not a sacramental celebration. We will remember the poor Christians of

the Holy Land at all these services as we will have retiring collection to support the upkeep and maintenance of the Holy places. We will move to 9.00 p.m. on Holy Saturday Night for the First Mass of Easter. Do come and participate in this most holy of nights and most joyful of Masses. Easter Sunday 9.30 a.m. Mass in Ballysaggart. 11.00 a.m. Mass in Lismore. Coffee and Light refreshments after both morning Masses. ( Thanks to hospitality ministry). You, who have tried to walk the Lenten Journey will be eager to renew with all your brothers and sisters in Christ your own Baptismal Promises. Easter Water will be available at the end of the Mass. EASTER MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Thursday, 2nd April - Mass of The Last Supper. Ballysaggart at 7.00 p.m. and Lismore at 8.15 p.m. Good Friday, 3rd April - Passion of The Lord Lismore at 3.00 p.m. and Ballysaggart at 7.00 p.m. Holy Saturday, 4th April - Vigil Mass of Easter in Lismore at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday, 5th April - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

The Russell Family presenting a cheque to Tom Doocey, Chairman of the Residents Association of St. Carthages Home, Lismore, from the proceeds of the recent Jim Russell Memorial 45 Card Drive, which was held in the Red House, Lismore.

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Our very own Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán last Saturday night and €50 was won by Eamon Feehan with card number 36, the Jack of Spades. Congratulations Eamon. The Jackpot next week is €,1700. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. VILLIERSTOWN NATIONAL SCHOOL The Parents Association wish to thank everyone to supported them last Friday night with their Fundraiser Quiz. IRISH KIDNEY ASSOCIATION 28th March – 4th April is Organ Donor Awareness Week. Please support the IKA and become an organ donor. info@ika.ie NEW PILATES TIME & DATE Attention all you healthy people. Pilates will resume on Wednesday, 15th April, 7.30 – 8.30 in Villierstown Church Hall facility. CRAFT CLASSES A monthly craft class is

held in Mardyke House in Cork. Beginners and advanced are catered for by qualified tutors specialising in Scrap-booking, Cardmaking, Mixed-media and lots more. A car goes from Villierstown and everyone is invited. Contact for lift:085-2801937. FOROIGE The Villierstown / Aglish group meet up every Friday evening, now in Villierstown Church Hall. WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEER LEADERS. Contact Melanie @ 0872342099. CRAFTY CRAFTERS We are looking for donations of gents waistcoats at the moment to add to our historic costume wardrobe. Remember we are always looking for material/embellishments/ri bbon/lace/thread or anything that might be useful to continue to make costumes for the Dromana 800. Please leave any donations to the Craft Room, beside the shop, on Monday nights or leave in the shop anytime and they will be passed on. Thanks, The Witches.

MABS – MONEY ADVICE & BUDGETING SERVICE If your finances are in a mess – we can help. Contact: 0761 07 2000. SHOP LOCAL Villierstown Shop, Main Street – What a choice for a small shop. We are so very lucky in Villierstown to be spoiled for choice with Ross’ home-made healthy food and Tories Tasty Treats … home-made cakes to die for. Tori is taking orders now for her specialised Easter Treats. Headrush – our local hair salon in Dromana. Jacky Nugent opens her hair salon on Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Contact:- 087-6891976. CELTIC STONE PAVING Specialists in the manufacture of reconstituted handcrafted stone paving. Contact:- 087-6110136 email-celticstonepaving@gmail.com BLACKWATER KAYAKS & CANOES Ideal for river trips, camping, team building, stags and hens. All groups

catered for. For bookings contact: 0870989813. ONCE UPON A CHILD Pre-loved kids stuff. Maureen Betts – 02486222. WORLD HEALTH DAY 7th April is International World Health Day. SAFE TALK It's hard to answer the question..What’s wrong? … When nothings right … 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. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. All local news very welcome. THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man.

Tallow GOLF CLASSIC John and Niamh Reynolds are holding a Golf Classic in aid of the Chernobyl Children’s Trust in Dungarvan Golf Club on Friday, 17th April. Niamh is an active member of the Chernobyl Children’s Trust and is deeply involved with supporting the children and their families. Teams of four for the Golf Classic are €100 per

team and any combination is very welcome. Beautiful prizes for winners and runners up for, for this very worthy cause. So please support if you are able and we hope you have a very enjoyable day and an excellent round of Golf! TALLOW COMMUNITY COUNCIL NOTES Tallow Tostal Festival Committee Fundraising Dance in Lizzy Langtons

Bar on Easter Sunday Night April 5th, 9.00 p.m. till late. Music by The Trad Lads. Admission €5. We will hold a Social Dance on the 10th April in the Arch Ballroom, Tallow from 9.00 p.m. - 12.00 midnight. Music by Batty. Admission €10. including refreshments. All are welcome.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Cappoquin National School: Members of the Choir from Cappoquin National School pictured with Mrs. Anne Devine, at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal, and Fr. Arthure, who celebrated the Mass of Thanksgiving. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE FACILITY Easter Egg Hunt took place on Friday, 27th March and all the crèche and preschool children had fun finding eggs. Afternoon Pre-School Sessions will take place for children commencing pre-school in September 2015. The Sessional playgroup will be held two afternoons, Mondays and Tuesdays, commencing Monday, 13th April, 1.00 p.m. 4.00 p.m. Maria Uniacke will run these sessions. For further bookings contact, Maria 05852342 or Cathy 058-52746. Pre-School fees: €11 per session. Pre-School will close for Easter holidays on Friday, 27th March and will return on Monday, 13th April. Afterschools service will close for Easter Holidays on Thursday, 26th March and will return on Tuesday, 14th April, 2.00 p.m. Creche will close on Good Friday, 3rd April and Monday, 6th April, will return on Tuesday, 7th April at 8.00 a.m. Cappoquin Childcare Facility will hold a sponsored walk on Saturday, 18th April, 10.30 a.m. through Glenshelane woods. This will be followed by refreshments in Cappoquin Community Centre hall. These funds go towards resources and materials of the Creche, pre-school and afterschools. There will also be a clothes collection on Thursday, 30th April, Recycle and Support your local childcare service. Yoga continues after Easter in Community Centre, every Tuesday morning, 11.00 a.m. 12.00 noon. Place available. Contact: 058-52746. WATERFORD ADVENTURE RACE ENTER NOW Saturday, 16th May, 2015 Registration continues until Friday, 15th May, 2015. Categories are as follows: Elite €60; Sporty €60; Duathlon €40; Team Relay €160 (teams

of four). Book now. www.waterfordadventurerace.c om Entries close Friday, 15th May, 2015. LOTTO Tuesday, 7th April, 2015. Jackpot €5,200. No Winner. Numbers: 1, 6,18 and 22. Consolation Prizes: Peggy Coffey, Brigid Hanrahan, Harry and Ben Kenneally, Staff East Cork Oil, Amy Maher and Mai McGrath. Next Draw: Tuesday, 7th April, 2015. All proceeds goes towards Community Centre. Current Jackpot €5,300. ST. MARY’S PARISH, CAPPOQUIN On Thursday evening in final week of Lent, a large congregation gathered in St. Mary's Church, Cappoquin, to prepare in a solemn way for the Lord’s Passion. We had come to ‘Lament’ – to sing our sufferings at the foot of the cross. Fr. Arthure explained what it means for us to lament and why it is so necessary in today’s world. In Ireland we equate lamenting with ‘keening’, which comes from the word ‘ag caoineadh’ – to cry… but when we lament, we go beyond tears… we expect an answer, a response to our pain. We echo Christ on the cross, who cries out (in the words of Psalm 22), “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” So when we feel helpless, alone and often afraid, lament becomes for us a passionate expression of our grief and sorrow, to which, as Christians, we hope for a response. Through different musical genres, scripture and poetry, the congregation was invited to Calvary - not just as spectators in a crowd, but as sinners seeking forgiveness; as broken people seeking healing; and especially as compassionate friends who have journeyed to be with Jesus who gives His life to save the world. The liturgy was planned by Christina O'Flynn of Melleray who deserves the greatest thanks for providing an us with

an hour of reflection. Christina and John O'Flynn sang beautifully the variety of moving operatic and sacred music, accompanied by pianist, Rafael Calesso assisted by Carmel Murphy. Fr. R. Arthure led us through the meditations, introducing the music and exploring the theme of Lamentation. Keith Dransfield read the scripture passages and the congregation joined in the Taize chants. Thanks also to John Dalton, the Sacristan, for facilitating the practice and for helping with the lighting. Before the evening many people had been unsure what to expect but afterwards all were unanimous in their praise and thanks for having been given the opportunity to join in an intensely moving, spiritual experience which led very naturally into Holy Week, the commemoration of the Passion of Jesus and his glorious Easter Resurrection. At the end, some of our young people took a collection for Concern and we thank all those who contributed to the more than €600 raised to be used in aid of the exiled children of Syria. The schedule of Easter services in our three Parishes is as follows:– Modeligo – Holy Thursday 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper. April 3rd: Good Friday 7.30 p.m. Stations of the Cross. April 5th: Easter Sunday 10.00 a.m. Easter Day Mass; Affane – Good Friday 8.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. April 4th: Holy Saturday, Easter Vigil Mass. Cappoquin – Confessions. After Ceremonies Thursday and Friday and Saturday at 12 noon and 7–8 p.m. April 2nd: Holy Thursday 7. 30 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper. April 3rd: Good Friday 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. 7.30 Passion of Our Lord Jesus. April 4th: Holy Saturday 9.00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass. April 5th: Easter Sunday 11.30 Mass of Easter Day.

Modeligo ARANGEMENTS This is Holy Week, the most important week in the Liturgical Calender. The following are the arrangements for Easter Ceremonies in the combined Parishes: Modeligo: Holy Thursday (April 2nd) Mass of the Last Supper at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross: 7.30 p.m. Easter Sunday (March 5th) Mass of the risen Christ at 10.00 a.m. Affane: Stations of the Cross at 8.00 p.m. Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil Mass at 7.30 p.m. also, here are the arrangements for St. Mary's Cappoquin: Holy Thursday: Mass of the

Last Supper at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross at 3.00 p.m., also: Passion of Our Lord Jesus at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil Mass at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday: Mass of the Risen Jesus at 11.30 a.m. We look forward to your presence during these beautiful Easter Ceremonies, so do please join us in celebrating the Resurrection of Christ. MODELIGO NS A further reminder that enrolment forms are available at the school for any children who are intending starting school at Modeligo on September next. please

come along and collect at your earliest opportunity. EARLY SWALLOW We were a bit startled Sunday last when (out of the corner of our eye ) we saw an early-arriving swallow darting and swooping around the out-houses, his presence was only a fleeting one, but we think that March 29th was the earliest ever we have seen a migrating swallow. I know the old saying about one swallow not making a Summer, but, when one arrives, can others be far behind? MINI-LOTTO A happy Easter to all sup-

porters of our Mini Lotto, the good news being that we have our annual Easter Egg draw this weekend, there are 10 beautiful prizes to be won, so what better way to celebrate Easter than with some Chocolate? Last weekend 2, 23 and 25 were the numbers drawn from the drum, no jackpot winner. Congratulations to our 4 x €25 lucky dip winners as follows: Maurice Tobin, Chapel Rd.; Stella O'Byrne, Glen; John Moynihan, Kereen and Tess Reynolds. An tseachtain seo chughainn, seachtain Cásca, beidh €2,200 sa phota óir.

Modeligo National School Annual Easter Raffle 2015 PICTURED are children from Modeligo National School receiving their Hampers at the 'Annual Parents Association Easter Raffle' which was held at the school on Friday last. The lucky prize winners this year were: Conor and Paddy Fitzgerald; Kevin Collender; Chloe, Mikie and Aoibhe

Power; Emma Hickey; Leigh and Brooke Dunford and Jessica Collender (not pictured). Thanks to our sponsors again this year: Deckies Bar, Pat Denn Feeds, Mari Mina Pharmacy Lismore, The Welcome Inn, Kenneth Reddy, Mary Healy Pharmacy Cappoquin and

David Walsh Office Supplies Dungarvan. A special word of thanks is due to the parents who contributed to the Hampers again this year. Without the parents support the Parents Association would not be able to continue the great work it does for the pupils of the school.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise BUÍON KAYAKADÓIREACHTA Beidh cruinniú i Halla Phobail na Rinne Dé Sathairn 4ú Aibreán ag 11.00 r.n. le buíon kayakadóireachta de dhaoine fásta a thabhairt le chéile. Má tá trealamh kayakadóireachta agat - nó má tá tú ag smaoineamh ar trealamh a cheannach - buail isteach agus pléifear an cheist nó labhair le Liam ar 086-3470047. A meeting will be held in Halla Phobail na Rinne, Saturday April 4th. at 11.00 a.m. to set up an adult kayaking group. If you have kayaking equipment - or thinking about buying equipment - call in for a chat or ring Liam at 086-3470047. SPONGEBOB AS GAEILGE I SGC CINEMA DÚN GARBHÁN Beidh an scannán Gaeilge ‘SpongeBob an Scannán, Spúinse as Uisce’ ar siúl i bPictiúrlann SGC Dún Garbhán gach maidin ag 11am go dtí 2 Aibreán agus ansin ag 11.10 a.m. go dtí 9 Aibreán. Tá léirmheas íontach faighte ag an scannán go dtí seo ó gach duine a bhí i láthair, ina measc scoláirí agus múinteoirí ó Scoil Náisiúnta na Rinne, Scoil Náisiúnta Bhaile Mhic Airt agus Meánscoil San Nioclás. Seo roinnt de na tuairimí a bhí acu: ‘Ar fheabhas ar fad. An-fhuirste é a thuiscint’. ‘An-taitneamhach, bhí anspórt ag na páistí’. ‘Ar-fheabhas. 10/10’. ‘Scannán den scoth agus deis iontach do na paistí. Táimid fíorbhuíoch gur tugadh an deis dúinn teacht’. ‘Bhain daltaí Mheánscoil San Nioclás idir mhór agus bheag an-taitneamh go deo as SpongeBob as Gaeilge’. Seo an chéad uair riamh leagan Gaeilge de mhór-scannán do pháistí a bheith ar taispeáint i bpictiúrlanna ar fud na tíre. Tháinig TG4 agus Paramount Pictures le chéile ar an dtogra mór scannáin seo is é an comhlacht aitheanta Macalla Teoranta, a chuir an leagan Gaeilge ar.Tá an scannán seo oiriúnach do theaghlaigh ar ghach aois, do scoileanna agus do aoinne gur spéis nó an Ghaeilge nó SpongeBob! Tapaigh an deis agus téigh ann roimh 9 Aibreán. Gach eolas ó Eugene Tobin, SGC (058-45796) nó Cabríní de Barra, Glór na nGael (0834455914). The new SpongeBob movie as Gaeilge is on in SGC Cinema in

Dungarvan every morning at 11.00 a.m. until 2nd April and at 11.10 a.m. until 9th April. It has received excellent reviews to date, including from students and teachers from Scoil Náisiúnta na Rinne, Scoil Náisiúnta Baile Mhic Airt and Meánscoil San Nioclás.‘Excellent.Very easy to understand’. ‘Very enjoyable. The children had great fun’. ‘An excellent movie and a great opportunity for the children’. This is the first time ever for an Irish language version of a major movie to be shown in cinemas nationwide. TG4 and Paramount Pictures came together for this major cinema project, with Macalla Teoranta providing the Irish language version. The movie is suitable for families of all ages, for schools and for anyone who likes Irish or SpongeBob! Don’t miss this opportunity to see the film locally until 9th April. Further information from Eugene Tobin, SGC (058-45796) or Cabríní de Barra, Glór na nGael (083-4455914). SÉIPÉAL NAOMH MUIRE, DÚN GARBHÁN – EXCITING EXHIBITION OF STAGE CLOTHES & DRESS AUCTION There will be an exhibition of celebrities clothing including Imelda May, Moe Dunford and the Clancy Brothers and vintage stage costumes and much more takes place on Friday 10th, Saturday 11th and Sun, 12th April in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dungarvan. Afternoon teas also being served 12.00 noon - 5.00 p.m. Funds raised in aid of GROW and Church repair fund. Imelda May has kindly donated her dress to be auctioned for the charities at 5.00 p.m. on Sunday, 12th April. Find us on Twitter & Facebook Charity Tea Rooms SPRAOI Bhí bliain an-ghnóthach ag an ngrúpa Spraoí go dtí seo, le turas go dtí Cluain Fhia, an Aird Mhór agus go leor imeachtaí ceardaíochta. Chuireamar fáilte roimh Glynnis chughainn an Aoine seo caite agus bhí sí an-mhaith leis na páistí. Tá roinnt imeachtaí socruithe do na seachtainí atá romhainn amach, ina measc siúd The Great Irish Bake Off ar mhaithe le Ospidéal Temple Street ar an 17 Aibreán. Míle fáilte roimh tuismitheoirí agus páistí a bheith linn gach Aoine i Halla Pobail na Rinne

Daltaí ó Mheánscoil San Nioclás ag bailiú airgid do Chumann Ailse na hÉireann.

óna 10 – 12. We have had a busy year so far in Spraoi, the parent and toddler group. Upcoming events include a trip to the firestation, arts and crafts for Là Fhéile Pádraig and The Great Irish Bake in aid of Temple Street Childrens Hospital on April 17th. Dont forget to join us every Friday in the Halla Pobail from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Bríd on 087-7479428 if you have any questions. RANGANNA HATHA YOGA Go maith don chorp - neart agus aciaíocht, ar siúl gach maidin Dé Céadaoin i Lios na Sióg, an Sean Phobal Tuilleadh eolais ó Claire 087-0569907. Hatha Yoga Classes: Gently improves flexibility and strength. Posture work, breath awareness and relaxation structured into the class. Classes taking place in Lios na Sióg every Wednesday. Further information from Claire at 087 0569907. YOGA SA RINN Bíonn Yoga Suain ar siúl gach Déardaoin i Halla Pobail na Rinne ó 8 – 9, fáilte roimh chách. Yoga classes are held each Thursday from 8-9 in the Community Hall in an Rinn, further information from Mary on 087-6977426. CUIBHRINN / ALLOTMENTS Anois teacht an earraigh .... Tá deis iontach ann do dhaoine gur mhaith leo tosnú leis an garraíodóireacht. Más suim leat a bheith páirteach i ngrúpa beag daoine a bhíonn ag fás glasraí is bláthanna srl, in áit fíor álainn chuige sa Sean Phobal, cuir scéal dtí Míchéal ar 058-46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com As the growing season approaches, we are looking for people to get involved in the allotment site in an Sean Phobal. People can grow their own vegetables in the community area or take a small plot of land. If interested, contact Míchéal on 058-46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Tá an Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú thar n-ais ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9-11 ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments 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 / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An Sean Phobal branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 nó 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 ar an leathnach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhlucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, seol iad chuig cfdeise@gmail.com nó 058-46664.

3D modelling mentor Pawel Lorenc with students Thomas Hoarty and Kristen Murphy.

3D PRINTING EXCITEMENT was abundant at CoderDojo Dungarvan's weekly coding session in the Fusion Centre on Saturday. The young attendees had the opportunity to print off some 3D models on their amazing Ultimaker 3D printer. The printer was won by the club in a competition sponsored by Hackett 3D and Ultimaker at last year's Coolest Projects Awards in Dublin. Hackett 3D have offices in both Dublin and Cork and have been very supportive of our club on an on-going basis. The Ultimaker uses plastic filament to produce 3D models of designs which have been created with 3D modelling software and uploaded to the machine via SD card or via laptop/computer. The young people in mentor Pawel Lorenc's group have been busy learning how too use the tools of 3D modelling software Sketchup to design planes and cars. By using the same tools, their own imagination and the Ultimaker, they can see their models come to life as they print off before their eyes. Coding clubs have become very popular of late and we like to try to accommodate everyone who wants to join in. We have a brilliant team of mentors but are in dire need of new volunteers to join the team in order to facilitate everybody. We would like to clear our waiting list so if anyone out there can offer an hour and a half on a Saturday morning from 11.30 until

1pm that would be fantastic.You don't need to commit forever... even a 6 week course would be great? Remember even though CoderDojo is run on a completely voluntary basis, everyone benefits, including mentors.

It's a great way to network and volunteering at CoderDojo always looks good on your CV! Please contact us at coderdojodungarvan@gmail.com if you are willing to help out or if you have any enquiries.

Aoibhín Connaughton and Kristen Murphy with a 3D print of the adopted CoderDojo symbol, Yin and Yang. The model was 3D designed and printed by Kristen at CoderDojo Dungarvan's Sat session in the Fusion. Centre.

Tianze Cheng waiting for his 3D robot to finish printing.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Ballinameela 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 0878289147. 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 April is Pauline Ryan who can be contacted on 087-2480321. Current events on in the hall and local community: Finisk Valley AC News: Any children in our community who are interested in running jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday & now Friday (starting 10th April) evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Saturday training only to prepare kids for competition 10.00 a.m. 11.00 a.m.. (Sprints, Jumps and throws). Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child

needs to be School going). The club will be travelling to the following Track & Field open sports during April, St. Senan’s AC in Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny on Easter Monday April 6th; Ferrybank AC in Waterford RSC on Sunday, April 12th; Leevale AC in CIT Track on Sunday, 19th April. Anybody interesting in competing in these please contact the club, Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. Irish Dancing: New members very welcome. For more information please contact Deirdre on 0860640892. Ballinameela Foroige: Ballinameela Foroige meets on Thursday evenings in the Ballinameela Community Centre from 7.00 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. We have a very limited number of spaces available for new members this year, which will be awarded on a a first come first served basis. Please text Moya (0876356478) to join the waiting list if you are interested. Ballinameela Foroige is looking for new leaders to help out on club nights. Anyone interested in getting involved please call Mary (087-9840827) for more details; you can also check out www.foroige.ie or call down to the Ballinameela Community Centre any Thursday between 7.00 p.m.

"YOU'RE lookin' well" is a phrase used in varying degrees of sincerity as either a greeting or as a distraction when forgetting someones name. It would be easy to dismiss it as an unimportant throwaway phrase. But which of us doesn't get a swelling (of pride, people, of pride) when someone compliments us. "I like your shoes", "have you lost weight?", "that colour really suits you" are all guaranteed to add a twinkle to the eye or a smile to the lips. The reply is usually a quick handflick to the hair or the words "this old thing?". Insincere praise and false modesty, we thrive on it. Of course, there’s always the half-

- 8.30 p.m. BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, child minders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome! For more information contact Janice on 0879718945. AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit 4 Life runs every Tuesday and Thursday nights at 7.15 p.m., walk, jog, run or crawl a few kilometres and improve your fitness level. With Operation Transformation in full swing now is the time to join, new members always welcome and all levels of fitness catered for. Only €2 per night with all proceeds going to Children’s Hospital Crumlin. Free hi –viz vest to all newcomers. Aglish Fun Run / Walk 2015 3rd Aglish fun run /walk in aid of Children’s Hospital Crumlin takes place on Easter Monday, 6th April. Run 10/ 5K or walk 5K. Entry Fee €7 or a donation, numerous spot prizes and refreshments afterwards in Aglish Community Hall. More details on Facebook or aglishfunrun@gmail.com. BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if inter-

hearted or begrudging efforts, such as, "have you done something with your hair?", "you've filled out" or "that shade of lipstick really matches your eyes". And women can be even more candid. Whatever way it is said, whatever expression is used and with how ever much sincerity, a little bit of shameless bull goes a long way. In many, if not all, fields of medicine, treating the patient holistically is the preferred way of doing things. The Latin phrase, "mens sano in corpore sano" (a healthy mind in a healthy body), has never been more appropriate than it is today with modern medicine. It is commonly

ested contact Mairead at 0877681975. Community Alert: There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.

LOTTO RESULTS Numbers drawn were 8, 13 and 25. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Conor Mulhall, Barnastook; Paul O’Connell, Aglish; Jackie Buckley, Cappagh; Pat Daly, Ballygambon; Mary Stack, Canty. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,250 and the draw will take place in the Welcome Inn. 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.

believed that a patient with self-confidence, humour and a positive outlook can recover faster and more successfully than those suffering from anxiety, fatigue and self image issues. As a consequence of this, doctors now encourage incorporating various therapies in to the healing process. Music, art, drama and games are frequently used to boost adrenalin and endorphin production in the human body to aid people through traumatic illnesses, operations or injuries. Self esteem and laughter are now major weapons in the arsenal of the healing process. But, let’s step back a little. Preventative medicine is an essential part of health and well-being. So, it stands to reason that an injection of a bit of 'auld plamaas' (Gaelic for bull****), now and again, could be the best vaccine ever. How we choose to implement the administration of this medication is a simple matter. Just be Irish. 'Coz nobody does creative approval and admiration like we do. Ballinameela Creatives meet on Wednesdays at Midi's place around about 7.30 p.m. Should you need to immerse yourself in our infectious love of art and artistry between times, find us on Facebook and say hello. French philosopher Voltaire said, “the art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease”.

Lyre Heritage By Marie O’Shea MAYBE you’ve learned about old Eire, but most of us don’t hear anything beyond the Potato Famine or the War of Independence. Not to say that these weren’t important events, but it’s frustrating to see that yet again, Anarchy is forgotten by history, despite its amazing success.The particular form of Anarchism that thrived there was one that still baffles many today: Brehon Law. “Law?” says our sceptic, “Isn’t ‘law’ the opposite of Anarchism?” As many Anarchists like to say, “‘Anarchy’ doesn’t mean ‘no rules,’ it means ‘no rulers.’” Brehon was a type of Polycentric Law. To those unfamiliar with the term, Polycentric Law is based upon the idea that sometimes people will disagree, but that doesn’t mean the State should have a monopoly on justice. Instead, competing “courts” arbitrate disputes. The rulings are compensatory – meaning that instead of chopping off a thief ’s hand or throwing him in a pit of snakes, he simply has to pay some value for the stolen goods. So, instead of laws (as we think of them) these courts follow rules or principles – values put forward by society and the market (e.g., “stealing is bad,” “killing is also bad”). Still sound a bit fuzzy, or even insane? Centuries ago, the Celts inhabited the Emerald Isle. Of their various customs, the Celts prized property, reputation, and freedom. It would be dishonest to say that ancient Irish society wasn’t hierarchical or primitive. It was. But, it was their hand-to-mouth existence and their rituals that, like most tribes, kept Celtic communities together. A patchwork of clans and provinces, Irish society managed to elevate every individual to a level where society worked like a well-oiled machine. From its inception, Ireland was unique.Though its history is steeped in blood, beneath that kettle burns a fire of liberty that no power has ever managed to put out. Remember the Romans never invaded Ireland. This meant that unlike the other conquered nations, the Irish were never taxed by Rome, militarised by Rome, or – most importantly – subject to Rome’s complex penal codes. Though historians ignorantly assume that non-Roman “barbarians” were … well, barbaric, this is a half-truth. The very ideas of the Irish were completely different from their neighbours. I personally think that the ability to solve social problems without relying on a violent and larcenous monopoly is a miraculous advancement. When two parties in Ireland had a dispute, they would just take it to their local Brehon. The Brehons were educated elders who acted as judges. But, unlike judges, Brehons didn’t expand on the

Painting of one of the Brehons recording ancient Irish law. law or impose sentences. Instead, they interpreted and preserved the traditions. The exact laws that the Brehons passed down were changed, written, and re-written as time went on, so historians still debate on specifics. But, what we do know is that Ireland was surprisingly progressive. Capital punishment was nonexistent.Women could divorce and were entitled to a portion of the estate. Nobles held the same legal status as shepherds. Even the courts were impartial. When a Brehon delivered an unjust ruling, it was not uncommon for him to forfeit his fees and other wealth, and in these cases, he would lose his standing within the community. If an agreement could not be reached, the opposing parties would bring their case on appeal to another Brehon. While participating in the process, the parties would also attempt to mediate outside of court, as they do today. Though Hollywood likes depicting barbarians as simplistic cavemen, equity was an ideal that the Irish held very dear. And, while it may confuse people today, this was all done without any Government officials of any kind. “But,” we hear the sceptic yet again, “after the Brehons passed a ruling, who enforced it? What kept some thief or killer from just refusing?” This is a fair question. While many libertarians advocate for private enforcement agencies (which, I have to say, I also advocate for), Ireland didn’t have them. To see how law was enforced, we have to take a few things into account: First, while the Irish generally operated a free market, there was little room for complex pricing mechanisms or insurance agencies. Secondly, the community was the heart of Irish life.Thus, we see enforcement being a social responsibility. If a guilty man refused to give restitution, he was cast out by the community – an exercise of their right to free association. On the occasion that he was even permitted to live within a village, the people would not give shelter to him, and certainly wouldn’t trade with him. The man would then be faced with paying up, finding another Brehon to go to, or living alone in the

wilderness. If a non-payer still insisted on living at home, the victim would starve himself/herself publicly (probably originating the hunger strike). If an accused party believed he or she was innocent, there were a number of avenues to appeal to the community and to the courts. Though compassion was important to the Irish, to continually aid a non-payer was not taken lightly. To do so would be to tarnish one’s honour and reputation by giving blessing to wrongdoing. While we may never know the exact methods and accounts of every dispute, we can still see that even without police to speak of, the Irish got along fine. Even after the introduction of Catholicism, Brehon survived. When the Roman Empire fell, Brehon survived. Even through war after war with neighbouring England, Brehon survived. The innovative, free-spirited Irish continued to cope with changes while preserving their anarchic traditions. It wasn’t until the English finally conquered the island in the 1600s that Brehon was finally abolished. “Ha! I knew it! It failed. The power of monarchy trumped ‘Polycentric Law,’ and their system fell. Yeah, it sounded like it worked for a while, but who’s to say that’s proof? How do we know Ireland wasn’t just an isolated incident?” Well, Sceptic, again, you are mostly correct. Brehon fell at the hands of a bloodthirsty empire with the tools of taxes and indoctrination. But, is that to say Brehon can’t work? If the Ancient Irish did it, why not try it? It wasn’t a static system, frozen in time. If anything, Brehon should be noted for its ability to adapt to people’s needs. It fostered cooperation and competition, compassion and justice, community and individual. For people who want to escape the vicious and corrupt Police State, this is one of many solutions. If you’re still not convinced, don’t worry, there’s more. Polycentric Law didn’t end with the Celts. Could we try it again? Maybe it would be worth thinking about. Certainly our current system of Government leaves a lot to be desired.

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Ardmore HOLY WEEK & EASTER 2015 Ardmore Church Holy Thursday 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Please return your Trócaire Boxes today. Good Friday 3.00 p.m. Solemn Celebration of the Passion. Collection today for the Holy Places in the Holy Land. Holy Saturday 8.00 p.m. Solemn Easter Vigil. Confessions Holy Thursday. Before ceremony. Good Friday After ceremony. Holy Saturday 10–11 a.m. Easter Sunday 11.30 a.m. Mass. Easter Monday 10.00 a.m. Mass. Please note … there will be NO weekday Mass for the rest of Easter Week. Grange Church Holy Thursday 8.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Please return your Trócaire Boxes today. Good Friday 7.30 p.m. Solemn Celebration of the Passion. Collection today for the Holy Places in the Holy Land. Easter Sunday 10.00 a.m. Mass. Confessions Holy Thursday After ceremony. Good Friday After ceremony. TAKE A SEAT Great to see a fine bench now installed outside Halla Deuglán in the village; it’s a spot where many stop to take pictures of Keever’s and O’Reilly’s bars across the street so now there is a spot to rest the weary bones while walking around our village. ASK ALICE! The best Postmistress in the country, Alice O’Brien at Ardmore PO, has asked that any property owners out there who rent or lease accommodation in the area to get in touch with her and she will keep a record of your details. Many phone calls are made to the post office enquiring as to houses etc for rent or lease,

Enjoying a visit to Ardmore Open Farm last week were Majella and Natasha Morrissey from Grange. [Gerry O'Mahony]

especially for the summer months, and Alice just needs to have some names of owners to pass on to prospective tenants. CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results. 1st shared by Des Fitzgerald and Gerry O'Brien, Jason Lenane and Billy Harty, Michael Reilly and Tommy Power, Biddy Power and Liz Reilly and Liam Foley and Thomas Power. Last game Michael and Anne Keane. Best of last 5. Hugh Reilly and James Flavin. GOOD FRIDAY CARDS Been asked by the organisers to tell you that the Annual Good Friday Cards session will take place once again in Halla Deuglán, Ardmore on this coming Friday, April 3rd. Starting time of 9.00 p.m. and I’m sure it will be well supported, so make your way there if you have an hour or two free that night. GRANGE PARENTS ASSOCIATION NEWS The winners of this month’s Non Stop Draw were: First – Evan Murray; Second – William Walsh; Third – Aoife Murray. Plans are under way for our big fundraiser “A Night at the Dogs” which takes place in Youghal

Greyhound Track on Friday, 29th May. Sponsorship for the event is currently being sourced and we would like to thank all the local business who have come forward to help us raise funds for our school. Tickets for the event all currently on sale and all parents in the school have a number of tickets to sell, tickets are priced at €15 for a family entry.This includes entry to a draw on the night where you have the chance to win one of a fantastic break-away at some of the top hotels in Ireland.Tickets can also be purchased in Grange and Ardmore Post Offices or by contacting Nora on 087 741 1410. Our next meeting is being held at 8.00 p.m. in Grange School on Tuesday, 7th April, hope to see you there. ARDMORE P.A. NEWS The Ardmore N.S. Parents Association would like to sincerely thank all those who baked, bought and supported last Friday! A huge amount was gathered from sales and this will go towards financially supporting many projects within the school. Word has it that all financial obligations for this year can now be met

Cian Crockett was having a rare 'owl' time at Ardmore Open Farm last weekend!

[Gerry O'Mahony]

and that there is still a little in reserve.Very well done to all! ANNUAL BAZAAR! Yes. It’s that time of the year again when thoughts start to turn towards events happening in a few months time. One of those events is the Annual Halla Deuglán Bazaar, which traditionally takes place on the first weekend in July, although no firm date has been set yet for this year. Any items you may feel would sell would be very much appreciated by the Hall Committee and usually Saturday morning is the best time to leave stuff at the hall. More on this next week as there will have been a meeting on Tuesday night of this week to finalise a date for the event. ARDMORE AFC SUMMER SOCCER SCHOOL FAI Summer Soccer Schools returns to Ardmore A.F.C. again in 2015!!!! It takes place in Dysert Park, Ardmore from Monday, 20th July, to Friday, 24th July, 2015!!!!! Bookings open soon @ www.summersoccerschools.ie AN GHAELTACHT / AIRD MHÓR AC Since it was established in 2009, the Club’s purpose is to encourage all children to have fun, to develop skills in running, jumping, throwing, and participate safely in the spirit of fair play. We have Athletics Association of Ireland (AAI) accredited coaches and we partake in both competitive athletics events and Fun Sports Days as well, so that everyone gets a chance to be a part of the world of athletics. Come along to any of our training sessions or we can be contacted on 087 6727377 if you have any questions. The club will be training in Ardmore GAA Field every Wednesday night at 7.00 p.m.

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Ardmore Tidy Towns ANNUAL DINNER DANCE Our dinner dance was a roaring success on Friday night. Again, it was a great mix of several generations of friends and neighbours from all over the parish and all walks of life. Once again our ladies produced another top class meal and everyone had a ball. Biggest cheer of the night was for Aidan Quirke whose ticket was first out of the drum to entitle him to a night in The Cliff House Hotel! He just missed a voucher for his own hotel! Sincere thanks to all our businesses & farmers who so generously sponsored our food and brilliant raffle prizes. Also thanks to all the helpers who came along each night to do decorations, set the tables, prepare the veg and food etc. and to all those who waited on tables. A special word of thanks to our host, Ken Palliser and also to Linda Carroll. GOOD FRIDAY CLEAN-UP Don’t forget the Good Friday clean up of the local

roads and footpaths. As usual, we will assemble at Quinn’s at 4.00 p.m. and please wear your hi-viz jackets. We’re hoping for a big crowd this year as we have so many younger members. Bring a friend. It’s a nice sociable walk, good exerciser and you’ll get a real satisfaction from doing your own little bit to keep the parish neat and tidy for ourselves and our visitors. If we have enough helpers on Friday we might get the beaches done as well because, Waterford County Council have done great work cleaning the local roads.There work has made a huge difference and this was most evident last week when we had some very heavy rain and none of the usual flooding. Well done to engineers Dave Campion & Josephine McGrath and also to Johnsie Manahan and all the staff. Credit where ‘tis due too to Councillor Tom Cronin. N25 CLEAN-UP With a heavy heart, we’ll do our annual N25 clean up on Saturday, April 11th

meeting at Grange Church at 9.00 p.m. This clean-up was started by Pat Flavin who sadly passed away during the year and the late Kathleen O’Brien was another enthusiastic helper and supporter. TIM O’SULLIVAN Ardmore Tidy Towns Association sympathise with the O’Sullivan family on the passing of Tim, which sad event occurred on Friday night. Tim was a great gardener and gave us many a tip and advice on floral and plant matters. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. THE STOP FOOD WASTE CHALLENGE Following on from our waste awareness public meeting we are, as promised now running a course on efficient cooking. The classes will start on Thursday, April 16th at 7.00 pm. The course will consist of 4 x 1 hour sessions on consecutive Thursday nights. Booking with Mary Hennessy is essential and as places are limited please book early to avoid disappointment.There will be no charge for the course.

Digital Expressions Exhibition EXHIBITION TAKES PLACE IN DUNGARVAN SHOPPING CENTRE FROM 2nd – 19th APRIL Great excitement among the members as opening day draws closer! We have selected an array of new and inspiring photographs for you to admire. Our wonderful scenic coastline and mountain ranges will appear of course, along with new and intriguing aspects of well known landmarks. We are pleased to bring you a Taste of the Festival of Food by adding a creative collection of food related photographs. No calories will be consumed when you browse around our exhibition! There are a few prize winning photographs to be seen too from recent National and International Competitions. Come and see for yourself! We even have a few surprises for you too!! Photographs will be available to purchase also. Our DIGITAL EXPRESSIONS Exhibition commences on 2nd April to 19th April. We thank you for your interest in our club and extend an invitation to you to visit us and browse through our collection of photographs! We open on Holy Thursday and run right throughout Easter between 11.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m. daily.We expect the Easter Bunny to pay us a visit also! COMPETITION THREE in-store draws for a professionally

mounted photograph of your choice from the exhibition will take place on Saturday, 18th April, at 5.00 p.m. GET YOUR TICKETS and make your selection as you browse around. We also have a competition running on Facebook for another photograph so call over to DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN and give us a like and share…simple as that and you could be a winner with a few clicks of the mouse! SACC INTERCLUB COMPETITION Deise Camera Club had a great day on Sunday when we competed in the SACC Interclub Competition in Kilkenny. There are an awful lot of positives to take from the day considering we were competing against a lot of professionals and some very big clubs. Seventeen members were represented on these panels with a significant proportion of that number being new members. We saw the heights that photography can go to in the right hands. Some of the best images were very simple pictures capturing a moment, a character or story and required no elaborate studio set-up and make-up artists, something we can all aspire to. It just takes a bit of imagination and practice and the level of photography we saw yesterday is achievable by us all. Congratulations to all who took part. Check out the full blog post at: www.deisecameraclub.com

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COUNTY NEWS

Muireann Walsh wins West Waterford Journalism Competition By David Prendergast MUIREANN Walsh, Ard Scoil na Déise, was the winner of All The Young Blues' 2015 TY journalism competition involving students from across West Waterford. Muireann submitted four articles throughout the month of February for the competition: A Brief Introduction To Culture In Ireland; We Need To Talk About Burnout; What Leads Teenagers "To The Drink?"; and Modeligo's Road To Birmingham. Each article submitted by Muireann showcased a unique curiosity and presented thought provoking questions to the reader. Her work was backed up with thorough research, facts and statistics that added a solid journalistic weight to her points and arguments. Not only that her writing style brought a youthful vibrance to her topics. Her tone shone light to the often under-represented viewpoints of young people regarding serious topics that affect them first-hand, such as burnout in GAA and underage drinking.

Muireann's article discussing youth burnout in GAA received a huge amount of high praise and positive feedback and was even featured in Dungarvan's local newspapers. A total of 21 students entered the competition which was searching for West Waterford's best young journalist. The competition was aimed at providing students, who have an interest in journalism, with a platform to showcase their talents and build their media portfolio as well as giving them the experience of operating as a freelance journalist. All The Young Blues is a news media outlet focused on West Waterford GAA and Lifestyle topics such as health, nutrition, fitness, and mental health awareness. The outlet also hopes to act as a hub for aspiring young writers, allowing them to develop their work and put it before an audience. For more information on All The Young Blues visit www.alltheyoungblues.ie or email info@alltheyoungblues.ie

Stagemad presents “Somebody And Nobody” in the Viking Triangle STAGEMAD Theatre Company presents “Somebody and Nobody” by Ian Wild at Central Arts from 23rd to 25th April at 8.00 p.m. all tickets are €10 and are on sale now at Central Arts Box Office.Tel. 086-4543246. Waterford native actors Darren Malone and Richard Clare play ‘Nobody’ and ‘Somebody’ respectively. Actor Richard Clare is a product of Waterford Youth Arts and puts his success down to the expert tutoring he got at that Waterford institution. The play is part of the Company’s 10th birthday and you are advised to book

early as capacity is limited, as is sure to be a sell-out! Following the huge success of ‘someone whoo’l watch over me’ Stagemad are delighted to have Waterford actor Darren Malone as part of the cast. ‘Somebody and Nobody’ is a Comedy that will take you on a journey with two house-mates who live in a very unconventional world! This play will delight and surprise young and old audiences alike. Come out and support Stagemad, one of Waterford’s most established theatre companies. “Somebody and Nobody sparkles” Not to be missed.

Actors Darren Malone and Richard Clare.

Cursa Spioradálta held at Mount Mellerary on 21st/22nd March. Included in the picture are Seosamh Mac Gearailt, An tAthair Uinseann Ó Maidín OCSO, Spiritual Director, An tSiúr Máiréad OCSO, Glencairn Abbey, and Aine Ni Fhiannúsa.

West Waterford PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART Holy Week 2015 - Easter Ceremonies:- Holy Thursday – Mass of the lords Supper. Aglish 6.30 p.m. Ballinameela 7.45 p.m. Good Friday: Mount Stuart Church – Stations of the Cross at 12 noon. Aglish Church – Celebration of the passion at 3.00 p.m. Ballinameela – Stations and prayers at 7.00 p.m. Holy Saturday: Ballinameela – Easter Vigil at 7.45 p.m. Easter Sunday: Mount Stuart – Mass at 9.45 a.m. Aglish – Mass at 11.00 a.m. COME WALK OR RUN FOR CRUMLIN – This Easter Monday The 3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk takes place on Easter Monday, 6th April, in aid of Children's Hospital Crumlin. Run 10k / 5k or Walk 5k. Registration costs €7 or a Donation. Sign on at Aglish Community Hall from 10.30 a.m., Walk at 11.30 and Run at 11.45. Numerous Spot Prizes and light refreshments afterwards in Community Hall. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS On Sunday, March 29th, the letters drawn in our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw were E, S, H, W. We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €4,000 when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to: Noddy, Clashmore; C. Foley, Monatrea; Ann Seward, Piltown. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE Aglish Fit4Life and Couch to 5k every Tuesday & Thursday night at 7.15. New members always welcome. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to Children's Hospital Crumlin. All levels of fitness catered

for. Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl a few ‘K’ and improve your fitness and have some fun. You are welcome to join in at any time. CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night, March 31st – we had no match four ticket to win our jackpot, so next week our jackpot is €4,900 when our draw takes place at the Ole Mill Monday night’s numbers were 3, 18, 20, 21. Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Martin Lynch; Billy O’Halloran; Liam Curran; Pat O’Brien; Kevin Dunne. Once again thanks to everyone for your support. KINSALEBEG MACRA VOLLEYBALL We had two teams representing us in the county round of Volleyball on Sunday evening and well done to our players who won their games and securing themselves a place in the next round. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners at Monday [March 31st] nights 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were jointly on seven games each Mike O’Neill and Eugene O’Halloran, Edmond Og Ledingham and Kyle Cunningham, Tom Osbourne and John Motherway. Best of the last five winners were Margaret Leahy and Una Leahy. Our lucky last game winners were Noel Nugent and Jim McGrath.Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for you wonderful support. CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG LADIES FOOTBALL Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Ladies are holding a cake sale on Easter Sunday morning from 10.30 a.m. onwards in Clashmore Heritage Centre. We will have lots of delicious treats for all. Registration – Registration is now due to be paid It is €48 for

underage players and €62 for adults Please have the correct amount in

an envelope with name address and date of birth please.

WEDDING BELLS: Ledingham – McCarthy Capt. James Ledingham, son of Kay and the late Edmond Ledingham, Tinnock, Clashmore, and his bride Michelle, daughter of Catherine and Sean McCarthy, Tralee, pictured following their recent marriage, which took place at St. John’s Parish, Tralee. Very Rev. Fr. Sean Hannifin, P.P., Tralee, officiated at the ceremony and Army Chaplain Fr. Dan McCarthy assisted him. The bride was assisted by her sister Linda McCarthy as matron of honour and her bridesmaids, Maggie O’Donoghue, Gemma Smyth.While bestman was brother of the groom, Edmond Og Ledingham, and groomsmen were brother of the groom Maurice Ledingham and army colleague Capt. Kieran Brennan.The pretty little flower girls were nieces of the bride Aimie McCarthy and Ciara McCarthy, while Oisin O’Connell, nephew of the groom, was their very efficient little pageboy. The beautiful ceremony was greatly enhanced by the wonderful song and music of Martin Hurley, Jackie O’Mahony and Sarah Ledingham and the military guard of honour, which was provided by James’ army colleagues. Family, friends and colleagues joined James and Michelle for a wonderful celebration of their marriage at Ballingarry House Hotel,Tralee. Congratulations and best wishes to you both from all your family and friends in Clashmore.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Blue Day at St. Declan’s Community College THE C.O.S.I. team organised a "Blue Day" on Wednesday 25th March. Everyone was asked to wear blue for an Autism Awareness Day. The money collected will go towards a Sensory Room in the ASD unit at St. Declan's Community College. HOCKEY Two hockey matches were played on Tuesday 26th March, in Enniscorthy. The Juniors drew 1-1, with Enniscorthy managing the equalizer in the final minutes. The Minor team won 1-0. Laura Laffan (1st Year) scored. Well done to all involved. THE TROCAIRE LENTEN FAST Well done to all the pupils who took part in this year's Trocaire Lenten Fast. The amount raised was €1,505. Fantastic amount raised again this year. Great credit is due to all those who took part. UNDER 19 MUNSTER SOCCER TITLE Congratulations to the under 19 soccer team who won the Under 19 Munster Soccer Final. They had a decisive victory over Mallow on Tuesday 24th March. The final score was 3-0. PRESENTATION OF CERT FOR MONEY RAISED FOR THE LYONS CLUB CHRISTMAS APPEAL A representative from the Dungarvan Lyons Club visited the school on Thursday 26th March. He presented the school with a certificate for our participation in the Lyons Club Christmas hamper appeal. The certificate was accepted by some of the students from the 3M class. They organised a non uni-

Niamh Briggs being presented with a bouquet of flowers by her brother Shane (PE Teacher) on her visit to St. Declan's Community College with the RBS Six Nations cup. form day to raise the also spoke. He put Ireland's money. The total amount huge achievement into raised on the day was 832 context. He spoke of the euro. The Class divided the bigger populations in the money between South east other countries and how Simon, who got 417 euro Ireland has achieved such and The Lyons Club greatness with our small Christmas Hamper appeal, population. He spoke about how Niamh doesn't just who got €415. dream of success, she works VISIT OF NIAMH for it! BRIGGS TO ST. Niamh then spoke, she DECLAN'S thanked everyone for their COMMUNITY warm welcome. She COLLEGE It was amid cheers and said she was speechless and song that Niamh Briggs that didn't happen very She then entered the school on often! Tuesday 24th March, carry- talked about the tremening the RBS SIx dous hard work put in to Nations Cup which was achieve such a victory, won by the Irish women's how it involved early morning training, doing her rugby team. It was a huge privilege day's work and more trainfor the students and teaching in the evening. She also ers to meet Niamh and emphasised the great team view the cup, which was effort involved. She spoke due back in Dublin the about sticking together even when things weren't next day! Mrs. Dunbar congratu- going their way. Niamh was then prelated Niamh on behalf of the whole school commu- sented with a bouquet of nity. She spoke of her fan- flowers. This was presented tastic achievement. She to her by her brother emphasised the hard work Shane, who is a PE teacher and dedication needed to at the school. Finally, before she achieve such a goal She recognised the great role left there were many selfies model Niamh has become taken as the pupils queued for all young sports women. to have a photo with their Mr. Murray (PE Teacher) hero!

Mike Briggs, Niamh Briggs, (holding the RBS Six Nations Cup), Shane Briggs and Mrs. Dunbar (Deputy Principal), on her visit to St. Declan's Community College, Kilmacthomas.

The children of Garranbane National School present Mrs. Rita Foley with €548 on behalf of Chernobly Aid Ireland. Thanks you to all who supported the 'Easter Chicks' and this worthy cause.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Niamh Briggs visits her alma mater COMPLETE with her Six Nation trophy, past pupil, Niamh Briggs paid us a visit on March 24th. Priomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain welcomed Niamh and her mother Mrs. Geraldine Briggs to St. Augustine's and congratulated the Irish Ladies Rugby Team on its recent success in the Six Nations Championship. Bro. Patrick Lennon O.S.A. also congratulated Niamh and her team and spoke about Niamh's dedication and consequent success in various sporting disciplines during her secondary school years. Then it was Niamh's turn to chat to the assembled group of students about her time in The Friary and also

stressed the importance of a positive mental attitude and belief in one's own ability to succeed. Many thanks Niamh for taking time to visit the staff and students of St. Augustine's. ATHLETICS NEWS The Schools International Cross Country took place in Santry, Dublin, on the Saturday, 21st March, 2015. Micheál Power, St. Augustine’s College was a member of the Irish Team that finished 2nd. Micheál earned his place on this team due to his excellent run finishing 6th and leading the Inter Boys’ team to 5th place in the “Glohealth” Irish Schools Cross Country, Saturday, 7th March. Michael Troy and

Senan Travers Finished 6th and 16th respectively in the Minor Boys race. West Waterford was well represented in the “Glohealth” National Indoor Championships, at Athlone IT, indoor arena, by seven Pole Vaulters. Victoria O’Hara, Girls U-15, Aoife Lai, Girls U16, Samuel O’Neill, Patrick Fitzgerald, Boys U-15, Craig Cloona, Boys 16, and Jamie Fennell and Juri Kanash, Boys U-19. All of the above are Friary students. The biggest number of vaulters took part in this Indoor Pole Vault competition, and the standard was very high in all grades. The medal winners were Patrick Fitzgerald, Gold; Craig

Cloona, Bronze; Jamie Fennell, Gold; and Juri Kanash, Bronze. Well done to all. CSPE ACTION PROJECT As part of their CSPE Action Project, a group of Junior Certificate students under the guidance of their teacher, Mr. Donal Williams, invited Rob from Deise Animal Sanctuary, Ballymacarbry, to give a talk the class on animal welfare and animal rights. Robin was accompanied by his dog, Stewart and two ferrets, a great hit with the students. Robin gave a very interesting and informed talk. Thanks Rob for taking the time to visit us at The Friary.

Claire Fenell, Caoimhe McGrath, Niamh Briggs and Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain with Six Nations Trophy.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Cappoquin National School - A Perfect Day! IT was indeed an unforgettable day! Thursday, 26th March 2015, dawned clear, bright and sunny and from early morning Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin was a hive of activity; “to do” lists, bunches of daffodils, candles, tables and chairs were

to be seen winging their way to the school hall. By 9.15 a.m. all was ready and at 9.30 a.m. a special Mass of thanksgiving began. This Mass was to mark the retirement of Mrs. Anne Devine as Principal of Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin

When the series of official photographs had been taken, the school concert got underway. Every class entertained the audience with a medley of song, instrumental music and verse. After lunch, the children went to the hall where a “surprise” awaited them. To the strains of George Eshra, bags of chips and sausages and drinks were distributed to all the children. Later each child called into the office to collect an Easter egg, because, as Mrs. Devine had promised earlier, there was “one for everyone in the audience”. As the children passed through the school gate at 2.45 p.m. the unanimous consensus was “this was the best day ever”.

Saidbh Duka and Wiktoria Rybinska makes a presentation of a book to Mrs. Anne Devine at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Martin Keniry (3rd Class) makes a presentation of a candle to Mrs. Anne Devine at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Daniel Fraher (Senior Infants) makes a presentation of a Bouquet of Daffodils to Mrs. Anne Devine at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal.[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

and to celebrate her many years of dedicated service to the children of Cappoquin. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Arthure, P.E. Readings, singing and presentation of gifts were carried out by pupils from all classes. The choir sang beautifully, ably conducted by Mrs. Curran and under the musical direction of Mrs. Duggan. At the end of the Mass, Mrs. Devine was presented with a book which contains poetry, stories and pictures from every pupil in Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin. Mrs. Devine thanked everyone for their participation in the Mass and she congratulated Mrs. Duggan on her recent appointment as Principal. Mrs. Duggan wished Mrs. Devine health and happiness in retirement.

Mrs. Anne Devine congatulates Mrs Brid Duggan, on her appointment as Principal of Cappoquin National School. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Former pupil Paul Browne, makes a presentation of a Bouquet of Flowers to Mrs. Anne Devine at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Neil Collender makes a presentation on behalf of the AffaneCappoquin Juvenile GAA Club to Mrs. Anne Devine at the function in the school to mark her retirement as School Principal.

Members of the staff of Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin, Cappoquin, pictured with Mrs. Anne Devine, at the function in the school to mark her retirement at School Principal.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

JCSP Library Colm Keegan Poetry Writing Workshop ON Monday, 23rd March, 2nd year students took part in a Poetry Writing workshop with Colm Keegan. Colm Keegan is a writer and performance poet from Clondalkin, Dublin. Colm has been shortlisted four times for the Hennessy New Irish Writing Award, for both poetry and fiction.

Turas Surfála – I rith seachtain na Gaeilge, rinne an dara bliain tionscnamh bunaithe ar na Gaeltachtaí. Rinne siad jab iontach agus mar duais d’fhreastail siad ar cúrsa Surfála i dTrá Mhór. Bhain siad taitneamh as an maidin agus tháinig feabhas mór ar a gcuid Gaeilge agus scileanna surfála.

Spikeball Team in National Finals – First Year Boys: Adam Power, Aaron Donovan, Matteo Di Vetta, Dermot Lannen, Giovanni Fanone, and Aurimus Pocius.

Pictured above are the Second Year Mixed Spikeball team which played in the National finals – Mikolaj Boreyza, Ray Brennan, Bradley Murray, Serena Murray, Ally Tobin, Layla O’Brien, Natalia Chruslak, Claddagh Power.

SCOIL GHARBHAIN

Niamh Briggs: Captaen na hÉireann IDIR sceitimíní agus lúirigh cuireadh fáilte roimh Niamh Briggs agus Corn an Six Nations ar an Déardaoin seo caite. Ba mhór an onóir dúinne fáilte a chur roimh Niamh a bhain éacht amach le deanaí nuair a threoraigh sí foireann na hÉireann chun an bua mór seo a bhaint amach. Ócáid stairiúil a bhí ann ach ní hé sin amháin is álainn agus iontach an ambasadóir í. Labhair sí go séimh leis na páistí, mhol sí iad d’fhreagair sí a gcuid ceisteanna, sheas sí do ghriangrafanna agus is dócha go bhfuil lámh Niamh bocht briste ag an stáitsé seo ó bheith ag síniú geansaithe. Bhí súile na bpáistí ar leathadh agus iad ag stánadh uirthi.

Míle maith agat Niamh as an gcuairt. Táimíd fíor bhuíoch. In the midst of whooping and shouting, excitement was at an all time high as Niamh Briggs and the Six Nations Trophy was welcomed to Scoil Gharbháin. What an honour to welcome Niamh who recently lead her side to win the Six Nations Championship. On this historical event Niamh was a fantastic ambassador. She spoke to the children and answered their questions, as they stared at her with saucer eyes. I’m sure her poor hand is in a sorry state from signing all between rugby balls, flags and jerseys. Míle maith agat Niamh we really appreciated it. Mná na hÉireann abú.

Double success for Pobalscoil na Tríonóide at Press Pass Awards A HUGE congratulations to Transition Year students Ciara McArdle (4A2) and Éoin Connelly (4A1) on their recent success at the National Newspapers of Ireland Press Pass Awards. Press Pass is an initiative developed by the NNI for Transition Year students. It aims to provide students with an insight into the working world of journalism and media, with a particular emphasis on literacy and critical thinking skills. Over 300 hundred Secondary Schools in Ireland participated, and the organisation received 18,000 entries. The competition was divided into five categories: News, features, sports, opinion and photojournalism. The two students travelled to the National Convention Centre in Dublin for the awards ceremony on March 24th with their families and their English teachers, Ms. Ciara Drummey and Ms. Kelly Motherway. Ciara McArdle was crowned the overall

winner of the competition with her opinion piece “The Terror That is Technology.” John Horgan, former press ombudsman and jury chairman, said Ciara’s article “took a contemporary theme by the neck and shook it until its teeth rattled.” He said the student’s mature command of language was particularly striking. Éoin Connelly achieved second place in the sports category with his piece entitled “Don’t Tell me it’s Just a Game!” Cathal Dervan, Sports Editor of the Irish Sun commended Eoin on his work saying he writes with “a passion for the game to match anything on offer in the Theatre of Dreams that is Old Trafford, [Eoin] delves deep into the emotional intensity of life as a soccer fan.” A resounding success for both Ciara and Éoin and we hope that both students will continue to write with such passion and originality in years to come.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Fashion Show at the Árd Scoil ON Monday, 16th March our school held a fashion made entirely of recycled goods in the hope of getting a green flag for our school. The morning was spent rushing and racing around the school trying to make sure that everything was in order for the afternoon’s events. Classes spent weeks working on fabulous dresses and outfits to match the occasion.T.Y students came together with the people of Cariglea to make wonderful costumes and involve them also. The show was running smoothly and everything was going to plan, when we were graced with a strange surprise....After all the models had gone and musicians played, we expected to be sent on our way, but to

our surprise the teachers decided they would shock us all and come out in their own costumes. Some, I would class as unrecognisable. It was hysterical. After the show everyone was thrilled to get off school a couple of minutes early. The day was a great success and everyone had a brilliant time while raising awareness about the importance of keeping our environment clean and bringing us one step closer to getting our green flag. Sinead O’Donnell, 4th Year LISMORE CASTLE ARTS EXHIBITION A group of 24 Árd Scoil students from 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th year are currently taking part in an Exhibition in Lismore Castle Arts as part of Artifice 2015. The

Grace Whelan pictured with her 60's themed artwork.

Niamh Hayes modelling in the Fashion Show.

Catherine Murray plating up one of her courses. theme of this year’s exhibition was 'The 60's'. The opening was Friday, 20th March and the exhibition is open to the public. Congratulations to all those taking part. TY COOKERY COMPETITION The 23rd of March was a day filled with sweet smelling delicacies and mouth-watering dishes. It was the final of our annual T.Y cookery competition and everyone was eager to get going and show off our skills. 1 o’clock arrived and everyone began setting up their stations, having everything prepared for the hectic afternoon that was in store. The weather was lovely outside so that meant

we were all overheating by the time we had to dish out our meals. The goal was to create either a healthy starter and main or main and desert that cost max €20. Everyone made excellent dishes that would have your taste buds tingling with delight. The winners were announced at the end and the top three got prizes. After the awards and speeches were given we had a hefty amount of clean up to get through, but we even made that fun. Overall it was a great experience and everyone had fun taking part and showing off their cooking abilities. Sinead O’Donnell, 4th Year

Leyla Topkaya modelling in the Fashion Show.

Muireann Walsh and Elena Cabrera Casquet working on their meal for the cookery competition.

Rachel Sheehan working hard during the cookery competition.

Lauren Cunnage modelling in the Fashion Show.

Grace Montgomery modelling in the Fashion Show.

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Kilmacthomas Clean Up competition Winners. Primary School Children with Staff and Winners.

Junior Infants Kilmacthomas Primary School.

Kilmacthomas Primary School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jack Kiersey Woods, winner of 4 lap challenge and Ellie Grant, winner of 2 lap challenge in our recent Operation Transformation challenge.

Students of Kilmacthomas School who had good attendance.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

SCOIL MHUIRE

Scoil Mhuire hold first Mary Walsh Memorial Quiz ON Monday, March 23rd we held our first Mary Walsh Memorial Quiz.This event is in memory of our late colleague Mary Walsh who taught at Scoil Mhuire for many years. We decided that a quiz would be an appropriate way of remembering Mary as she coached the school quiz teams and always followed their progress with a keen interest. Teams were made up of pupils from third, fourth, fifth and sixth class and the winners received a beautiful cup. We hope to hold the quiz every year at this time, near to Mary's birthday and the anniversary of her death. Spring is a time

when we especially remember Mary as we look appreciatively on the beautiful Spring bulbs that she planted with the children in the school garden.We know Mary would have approved of the quiz and the enjoyment that all our pupils got from the event. VISIT OF NIAMH BRIGGS We were delighted to welcome Rugby Captain and past pupil Niamh Briggs to Scoil Mhuire this week as we joined in the celebrations of the team's recent victory. Niamh took time out from what must be a hectic schedule to visit our hall where the whole

school was waiting with resounding cheers. Niamh took many questions from the children and many of the staff remarked that she would have made a wonderful teacher! We extend our thanks to Niamh, we're very proud of her and we wish her continued success. CREDIT UNION QUIZ NATIONAL FINAL We want to wish the best of luck to our quiz teams and their mentor Deputy Principal Mrs. Colette O'Mahony who are representing us in the Final of the National Credit Union Quiz in Dublin on Sunday, April 12th.

Niamh Briggs presents Principal Ruaidhri de Paor and Deputy Principal Colette O'Mahony with an Ireland rugby jersey.

Pupils cheer for Niamh!

Winners of the Mary Walsh Memorial Quiz Crea Frisby, R贸is铆n Hurney, Mikolaj Zajchowski and Tom Knowles.

Prizewinners in our recent handwriting competition.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Our Lady of Mercy National School Stradbally WORLD BOOK DAY Once again we had wonderful participation when our pupils dressed up as their favourite book characters. There were lots of different reading activities, videos and quizzes during the day. We also had a very enjoyable trip to Dungarvan Library for storytelling for the junior classes. SWIMMING The Sixth Class pupils have just completed six weeks of swimming lessons. The pupils really enjoyed themselves and afterwards were presented with their certificates. NEEDLEWORK The pupils have completed six weeks of needlework with Jo Taylor. The older pupils made an Easter chick and the younger pupils created beautiful pictures. SCHOOL VISITS Recently we had a visiting consultant come and speak with us regarding Internet Safety covering topics which are very rele-

vant to all school children. We also had a visit from the Dental Hygienist who gave us excellent advice on how to look after our teeth properly and what foods are good and bad for our teeth. O’ B THE OWL Tom Murphy a Grandparent visited the school with O’B his pet owl. He talked to us about the diet of the owl, its lifespan and the different species of owls that exist in Ireland. HANDWRITING COMPETITION We held our annual handwriting competition recently and the work produced by each of the class winners was of a good standard. All the participants have been entered into the An Post INTO national handwriting competition. SCHOOL MATCHES The School Camogie and Hurling teams played Seafield N.S. in friendly games recently and they thoroughly enjoyed the games improving all their basic skills.

Sixth Class pupils who completed six weeks of swimming lessons.

Tom Murphy who visited the school with O’B his pet owl.

World Book Day at Our Lady of Mercy School, Stradbally

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Pupils from Carriglea NS with a selection of Easter chicks sold in aid of Chernoybl Aid Ireland.

Junior and Senior Infants from Carriglea N.S. with Niamh Briggs and the 6 Nations Cup.

Celebrating World Book Day recently in Carriglea N.S. were Eimear, Amy, Rose and Alison.

The 6 Nations Trophy visits Carriglea N.S. Boys and girls from first and second class celebrate with Niamh Briggs, the Irish captain

Carriglea NS - 3rd class prize winners at the Scoil Garbhain quiz.

Niamh Briggs, the captain of the Irish Women's Rugby Team with the children from third and fourth class, during her recent visit to Carriglea N.S.

Thing One and Thing Two visited Carriglea N.S. during World Book Day.

Fifth and Sixth Class from Carriglea N.S. enjoying the visit of Niamh Briggs and the 6 Nations Trophy to the school.

OBITUARY

Easter Ceremonies Holy Week 2015 Aglish / Ballinameela / Mount Stuart Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Aglish 6.30 p.m.; Ballinameela 7.45 p.m. Good Friday: Mount Stuart: Stations of the Cross 12 noon. Aglish: Celebration of the Passion 3.00 p.m. Ballinameela: Stations of the Cross and Prayers 7.00 p.m. Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil: Ballinameela 7.45 p.m. Easter Sunday: Mount Stuart 9.45 a.m.; Aglish 11.00 a.m. Abbeyside Wednesday, 1st at 7.30 p.m. Parish Penance Service. Holy Thursday, 2nd at 7.30 p.m. - Mass of the Lord’s Supper. At 9.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. Hour of the Watch. Good Friday, 3rd - at 12 noon - Stations of the Cross. At 3 p.m. - Passion Liturgy. At 7 p.m. - Prayers around the Cross with music of Taize. Holy Saturday, 4th - at 11 to 12 noon - Confessions. At 7 p.m. - Easter Vigil - First Easter Mass. Easter Sunday, 5th at 9.30 a.m. and 12 noon - Easter Sunday Mass. Ballinroad Holy Thursday, at 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Good Friday, at 3 p.m. Passion Liturgy followed by confessions. Holy Saturday, at 7 p.m. Easter Vigil - First Easter Mass. Easter Sunday at 10 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass. Garranbane Holy Thursday, at 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Good Friday, at 7.30 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Easter Sunday, at 11 a.m. Easter Sunday Mass. Modeligo Holy Thursday, 2nd April, 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper. Good Friday, 3rd April, 7.30 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Easter Sunday, 5th April, 10.00 a.m. Easter Day Mass. Affane Good Friday, 3rd April, 8.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Holy Saturday, 4th April, 7.30 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass. Cappoquin Penance Service – Monday, 30th March, 7.30 p.m. St. Mary’s Parish Church. Confessions after Ceremonies Thursday and Friday and Saturday at 12 noon and 7–8 p.m. Holy Thursday, 2nd April, 7.30 p.m. Mass of the Last Supper. Good Friday, 3rd April, 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. 7.30 p.m. Passion of Our Lord Jesus. Holy Saturday, 4th April, 9.00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass. Easter Sunday, 5th April, 11.30 a.m. Mass of Easter Day. St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Holy Thursday, April 2nd:Please Return Trócaire Boxes. Chrism Mass in Waterford Cathedral: 10.30 a.m. Mass of the

Lord’s Supper: 7.30 p.m. Hour of Prayer: 9.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m. Good Friday, April 3rd:Friday of the Passion of the Lord: Day of Fast & Abstinence. Confessions after Ceremonies. Stations of the Cross: 12.00 noon. The Passion of the Lord: 3.00 p.m. Prayer Around the Cross: 8.00 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land will be taken up as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. Holy Saturday: April 4th (A Day of Waiting at the Lord’s Tomb): Confessions: 12.00 noon - 1.00 p.m. & 2.30 p.m. - 3.30 p.m.The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.30 p.m. Sunday, April 5th: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord: Masses: 10.00 a.m. & 12.00 noon Easter Monday (April 6th) to Easter Saturday (April 11th) Inclusive: Daily Mass at 11.00 a.m. only The Blessed Sacrament Chapel will close on Wednesday, April 1st until Tuesday, April 14th Feast of Divine Mercy: Sunday, 12th April 2015 at 2.30 p.m. Divine Mercy Prayers Celebration of Holy Mass Ordination of Canon Alphonsus Cullinan as Bishop of Waterford & Lismore in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford on Divine Mercy Sunday. Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help begins at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April 13th and continues for nine Mondays. Friary Church, Dungarvan Holy Thursday: April 2nd:Please return Trócaire boxes. Confessions: 4.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 6.15 p.m. Adoration after Mass: Until 10.00 p.m. Good Friday: April 3rd:Day of Fast & Abstinence. Confessions: 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Passion Liturgy: 4.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross: 8.00 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land will be taken up as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. Holy Saturday: April 4th:Confessions: 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon & 3.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.30 p.m. Sunday, April 5th: Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord:- Masses: 9.00 a.m. & 11.00 a.m. Easter Week: Easter Monday (6th April) to Easter Saturday (11th April) Inclusive:- Daily Mass at 10.00 a.m. only. Kilgobinet / Colligan / Kilbrien Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien Easter Ceremonies Kilgobinet - Holy Thursday at 7.30 p.m.; Good Friday at 7.30 p.m.; Easter Saturday at 8 p.m.; Easter Sunday at 11 a.m. Kilbrien - Holy Thursday at 7.30 p.m.; Good Friday at 3 p.m.; Easter Sunday at 9.30 a.m. Colligan - Good Friday at 7.30 p.m.; Easter Saturday at 7.30 p.m.

LINDA FLANAGAN (nee McGovern) Boreenatra, Dungarvan With deep regret we record the passing of Linda Flanagan which sad event occurred on Friday, 27th March, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Tuesday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the Old Churchyard Cemetery, Dungarvan. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARY MURPHY 10 Garvan’s Terrace, Dungarvan, and formerly The Railway Lodge, The Causeway, Abbeyside With sadness we record the passing of Mary Murphy which sad event occurred on Monday, 30th March, 2015. Removal took place on Tuesday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass today (Wednesday) at 11.00 a.m., burial will take place in the Old Churchyard Cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARGARET (Maggie) MORONEY (nee Fraher) Coolnasmear Upper, Dungarvan With profound sorrow we record the passing of Maggie Moroney which sad event occurred on Friday, 27th March, 2015. Removal was from Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel on Sunday evening to St. Gobnait’s Church, Kilgobinet. Following Funeral Mass on Monday afternoon, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue.

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EILEEN WALSH Wandsworth, London, and formerly of Mount Odell and Clonea, Dungarvan With deep sadness we write on the passing of Eileen Walsh on Thursday, 12th March, 2015, at St. George’s Hospital,Tooting, London. A native of Mount Odell and aged 87 years Eileen is the last of her family of 11 and was the youngest of the family. She is predeceased by her parents Patrick and Margaret; brothers Paddy, Michael, Tom and Joe; sisters Alice, Margaret, Ann, Mary, Hannah and Kathleen. Indeed, Kathleen went to her eternal reward just a few short weeks ago on Friday, 9th January, 2015. A hairdresser by profession Eileen, like so many of her generation, had emigrated to London in the mid-1950s. An independent and very capable lady, Eileen had for some years looked after and cared for many of her relatives. Her passing is deeply regretted by her sister-in-law Hannah, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends to whom we extend our sincere sympathy. May Eileen rest in peace. On Wednesday evening, March 25th, Eileen’s family and friends gathered at the Kiely Funeral Home where Fr. R. O’Doherty, A.P., led the recitation of the Rosary. Removal took place on Thursday morning, March 26th, to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, where on arrival Fr. O’Doherty, A.P., celebrated the Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Eileen’s life. The Liturgy of the Word was read by Padraig (nephew) and Margaret Mary (niece). Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Bobby and Chris (both nephews), Katie (niece) and Áine (grandniece). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented at the Altar by Mary Walsh and Ann O’Donovan (both relatives). Throughout the Mass Christina Tobin played and sang a beautiful selection of sacred hymns. Afterwards Eileen was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery where Fr. O’Doherty, A.P., recited prayers and imparted the graveside blessing. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

CAPT. TOM MORGAN R.A. M.F.H. Hunter’s Lodge, Bishopstown, Lismore

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord:- Acts 10:34, 37-43 - We have eaten and drunk with him after his resurrection. Colossians 3:1-4 - You must look for the things that are in heaven, where Christ is. John 20:1-9 - He must rise from the dead. Come Home: This Holy Week - Easter, why not return to church? Does Pope Francis make you feel more welcome? That’s God’s welcome. Come home. Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday: “The Eucharist is not a prize for the perfect but a powerful medicine and nourishment for the weak”. ‘How good it is to stand before a crucifix or on our knees before the Blessed Sacrament, and simply to be in his presence.’ “What a joy it is for me to announce this message. Christ is Risen! It means that the love of God can transform our lives and let those desert places in our hearts bloom. The Love of God can do this!” Pope Francis Trócaire Boxes: Please continue to return your Trócaire Boxes. Easter Garden: Please visit our Easter Garden near St. Joseph’s Altar. Pause a moment…..reflect……pray. Easter Octave: The 8 days beginning with Easter Sunday are celebrated as if a single day. The Lord is Risen! Easter Eggs: Easter Eggs represent the rising of Jesus from the dead. The breaking of eggs, whether real or chocolate ones, is a reminder of how Jesus came forth from the tomb. The custom of rolling hardboiled eggs down a hill on Easter Sunday is a reminder of the stone of the tomb being rolled away. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374; Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282 St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087-7747870.

With great sadness and regret that we record the passing of Capt. Tom Morgan R.A. M.F.H., Hunter’s Lodge, Bishopstown, Lismore, Co. Waterford, husband of the late Elsie Edith M.F.H. (nee Preston), which sad event occurred peacefully at his home on 15th March, 2015. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Monday evening, funeral prayers were recited by Revd. Eileen Cremin followed by removal to St. Luke’s Church, Knockmourne, Conna, where the funeral cortege was escorted by mounted outriders, all in hunting pink and accompanied by hounds. On arrival his remains were received by Revd. Eileen Cremin and was assisted by Revd. Walter Hill. Funeral service took place on Tuesday afternoon and was celebrated by Revd. Eileen Cremin and Revd. Walter Hill. Following funeral service burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. His coffin was carried by six Hunt staff and officials. Revd. Eileen Cremin and Revd. Walter Hill officiated the graveside prayers where Tom was laid to rest to the sound of “Gone Away” on the hunting horn by West Waterford huntsman Colman Walsh in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving nephew Ewart Richards and his wife Barbara; grand-nephew Nigel and his wife Toni; great-grandnephews James and Dominic; relatives, neighbours and friends. Peace perfect peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

JAMIE KIELY Shandon Street, Dungarvan Deep sadness was expressed with the passing of Jamie Kiely on Thursday, 26th March, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford. A resident of Dunabbey House for the past number of years, Jamie is predeceased by his parents Jimmy and Ciss; brothers Billy, Jack and Ned; sisters Mary and Bernie. We extend our sincere sympathy to his brother Tom; sister Joan (McGrath); sister-in-law Maureen; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, other relatives and friends. Rosary was recited on Friday evening at the Kiely Funeral Home by Sr. Angela Kiely (cousin). Removal took place on Saturday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church where Fr. J. Harris, C.C., led the Service of Reception. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Sunday at noon by Canon W. Ryan, P.P. Afterwards Jamie was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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MARTHA FLYNN (nee Moran) 24 Caseyville, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Flynn (née Moran) of 24 Caseyville, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Martha passed away peacefully in Havenwood Nursing Home on Thursday, 19th March, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband Billy; her brothers Vincent and Bernard; her sisters Maisie, Joan, Lily, Bernice, Angela and her great granddaughter Klara. Madge, as she was known to us all, was born in Co. Roscommon. When she was a young child, the family moved to Ballymacmague, Dungarvan, to live at the railway crossing where her father Barney had been appointed gate keeper. It was a busy and happy house which was well known for its hospitality. In an age where there were few cars and most people travelled on foot, many people loved to drop into the house for a chat as they passed by. As time went by, she met Billy Flynn, the child of another gate keeper further up the line in Ballinacoush. They married in England, where their first child, Michael, was born.They returned to Dungarvan and moved to Caseyville, where they were blessed with three more children, Caroline, Ben and Lorraine. Family was everything to Madge and she was very proud of them all. She delighted in the arrival of her grandchildren and later her great grandchildren and was very generous with presents for birthdays and Christmas. She loved to spend time with them. 24 Caseyville was a very happy home and she welcomed visitors with open arms. She loved to cook and was famed for her apple tarts. She took great pride in her own appearance and in her house. She had a wonderful sense of style and colour which was evident to all who knew her. Madge was a very sociable lady who loved people. She loved to stop and chat and had time for everyone. Her trips to the VG Supermarket were as much a social outing as a shopping trip. She really enjoyed meeting her friends at Bingo. She loved living in Caseyville and was a great friend and neighbour. Indeed, it was these friends and neighbours who were a great solace to her in 1992, when she lost her husband, Billy. Later, when Alzheimer’s disease, the cruellest of illnesses struck her, it was these same friends and neighbours who were a great help to her when she needed them. During this time, Madge attended St. Anne’s Unit in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Dungarvan, as a day patient and the staff there deserve high praise for the care they took to see that she enjoyed her time with them. The staff in the High St. Medical Centre and Flynn’s Pharmacy also went to endless rounds to look after her needs. When she could no longer live at home she moved to Havenwood Retirement Village, Waterford, where she got wonderful care and attention. The family are very grateful to all the staff who showed Madge such love and took such good care of her during her stay there. Lying in repose in Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday night, the Rosary was recited by Sr. Philomena in the presence of Madge’s family and friends. The remains were removed on Saturday night to St. Mary’s Parish Church, where they were received and blessed on arrival by Rev. Patrick Matthew Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Sunday by Rev. Fr. John Harris, C.C. Liturgical Readings were read by Vincent Sullivan. Dungarvan Parish Choir provided beautiful music and hymns and they were aided by Madge’s niece and nephew, Muriel Coleman and Finbarr Keohan. Muriel’s rendition of Avé Maria was particularly uplifting. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Jillian Sullivan, Ian Kelly and Sheila Flynn. Following the Funeral Mass, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, where Madge was laid to rest in the presence of family and numerous friends. Madge will be sadly missed by her sons Michael and Ben; her daughters Caroline Sullivan and Lorraine Kelly; her sisters Carmel Noble, Doreen Gallagher and Irene Rankin; her grandchildren Audrey, Aidan,Vincent, Colin, Aoife, Ian, Bernie, Billy and Finbarr; her great grandchildren, Kayleigh, Sara Louise, Dara, Ronan and Orla; daughters-in-law Mary and Sheila; sons-in-law John Sullivan and John Kelly; nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and many, many friends. May she rest in peace. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, April 19th, at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Let us not look for you only in memory, Where we would grow lonely without you. You would want us to find you in presence, Beside us when beauty brightens, When kindness glows And music echoes eternal tones. Benedictus by John O’Donohue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan). The Samaritans Beau Street, Waterford Tel. (051) 872114. 1850-60-90-90. Lonely – Suicidal – Despairing? Talk to us any time, any day in complete confidence Phone – write – visit

OBITUARY PADDY HALLY Murphy Place, Abbeyside It is with the deepest sorrow and regret that we record the passing of Paddy Hally at Dungarvan Community Hospital on Sunday, March 15th, surrounded by his wife and family. Paddy was son of the late Mary Ann and William Hally Ruane of Newcastle, County Tipperary, where he spent his boyhood and made life-long friends. His great interest was cars and mechanics. He joined C.I.E. when he tested for and was accepted as a bus driver in Dublin but opted for road freight instead. He met and married Betty (nee Power) when he worked from Dungarvan Station.They lived in Abbeyside where they had three daughters and a baby son (R.I.P.). Paddy was a kind and helpful neighbour and friend to all – the Hally’s door was always open to everyone no matter what. This was evident in the huge attendance on Monday, March 16th, as Paddy lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home where Rosary and prayers were recited by Fr. R. Doherty, A.P. Removal took place on St. Patrick’s evening, March 17th, to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, and where on arrival Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., received and blessed Paddy’s remains. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Paddy’s life was celebrated on Wednesday morning, March 18th, by Fr. Hassett, P.P. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Jamie Barron (grandson) and Niamh Ross (grand-daughter). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Aoife Hally (grand-daughter),Vivian Power (cousin), Ann Mulvihill-Burke (friend) and Liam O’Connor (nephew).The offertory gifts of Bread and Wine were presented at the Altar by Stephanie and Niamh Ross (granddaughters). Liz delivered a fitting tribute to her Dad which summed up happy memories shared throughout their family life. Throughout the Mass sacred hymns were played beautifully by Francie Kenneally. Paddy was carried from Abbeyside Church to the strains of Sliabh na mBan. Afterwards Paddy was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends. Fr. Hassett, P.P., imparted the blessing and recited graveside prayers.The pallbearers were Michael Power,Tom Barron, Bobby Ross, Liam O’Connor,Tony Walsh and Jim Moloney. May Paddy rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Betty; daughters Jane, Alison and Liz; brother Tommy; sister Maureen; sons-in-law Eddie Walsh, Tom Barron and Bobby Ross; brothers-in-law Michael Power and Jim Moloney; sisters-in-law Berney Clancy and Margaret Hally; nephews, nieces and grandchildren Aoife, Tony, Jamie, Áine, Brian, Stephanie and Niamh; relatives, neighbours and friends. The family would like to thank Fr. Hassett, P.P., for celebrating Paddy’s Requiem Mass and for his kind words; Fr. Doherty, A.P., for reciting the Rosary at the Funeral Home and Canon W. Ryan, P.P., who administered the last rites to Paddy.To Eileen and Pat O’Donovan who had everything ready at Abbeyside Church.We express our thanks to James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their help and kindness; to the Altar servers, gravediggers and to Francie Kenneally for his beautiful music. We also express our appreciation to Dr. J. Stacey, Nurses, staff of Dungarvan Community Hospital and also to Dr. M. O’Sullivan and his team at the High St. Medical Centre for their wonderful care. We also wish to extend our thanks to Frank and staff in Centra, Abbeyside, for their kindness. We gratefully acknowledge all those who attended Paddy’s funeral obsequies, sent letters of sympathy and Mass cards. We especially thank all our neighbours and friends who never failed us at this difficult time. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions. Month’s Mind Mass for Paddy will be offered on Saturday, 30th May, at 7.00 p.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARIE GRANT (nee Gough) Strandside North, Abbeyside With sadness we record the passing of Marie Grant which sad event occurred on Friday, 27th March, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Following Funeral Mass on Monday morning, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her husband Noel and family we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

TIMOTHY O’SULLIVAN 10 The Grove, Ardmore With deep regret we record the passing of Timothy O’Sullivan which sad event occurred on Saturday, 28th March, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday morning to St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the Holy Cross Cemetery, Ardmore. To his wife Mary and family we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 TOM WALSH Tircullen, Tallow It is with deepest regret and sadness that we record the passing of Tom Walsh on the 24th February, 2015, which occurred at his home in Tircullen,Tallow, in the presence of his loving family. Tom was born on the 22nd of August, 1947, to his late parents Patrick and Mary Walsh. He grew up in Dunmoon,Tallow, with his four siblings Pad, Jim, Anne and the late Maura. Tom was educated in Kilwatermoy and left at a young age to make his way in the working world. Tom worked in many places down through the years starting in the sawmills and then on to agricultural work where he spent many years driving machinery for various contractors. He was well known in this area of work for his skilful ploughing and harvesting and made many a friend along the way. Although Tom enjoyed his work, he also enjoyed the social aspect of life with many a mischief being had with his brothers and sisters and their many friends. Some of these stories were conveyed over the recent weeks bringing lots of laughter and tears at a very sad time and I’m sure as you all read this now you will recall your own memories of Tom and have a little giggle. Tom married Margaret and they settled in Tircullen where they went on to have five children, Paul, Michelle, Declan, Orla and the late Sandra. The years passed by and Tom continued with agricultural work until his employment with Waterford County Council where he remained until his retirement in 2013. Over the years Tom did many things in his life. He was extremely skilful with his hands and was very talented when it came to working with iron. He was well known for his gift of making gates and his work can be seen in many houses around the area. Tom loved his fag! He was never without supply and to all who knew him his fags were like his third hand. He also enjoyed his large bottle and spent many a happy night at the Half Way Bar where he had numerous friends who were extremely good to Tom and his family in his last few weeks. Tom was extremely proud of his family and loved them all very much but his grandchildren brought the greatest joy to his life. He adored them and they adored him, with Tom being known as “The Best Grandad”. He will forever be missed in their little hearts. To all who knew Tom, he was a gentleman, a man who had a smile and a kind word for everyone. To his family, he was a husband, a great Dad, a friend, their “Gentle Giant”, someone they thought would always be there, but sadly that was not meant to be. Even during the few short weeks of his illness, Tom was still such a gentleman. He was so thankful to his family, to all the Doctors and Nurses who cared for him and to Fr. Pierce Cormac who showed great kindness and empathy. Tom will be sadly missed, by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, throughout his life. God bless you Tom and keep you in His care, until we meet again. Reposing at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Thursday, 26th February, with funeral prayers recited by Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Following removal from his home on Friday, 27th February, Waterford County Council provided a guard of honour at the Holy Cross Church, Kilwatermoy, where Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Pierce Cormac. Tom was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Margaret (nee Casey); sons Paul and Declan; daughters Michelle and Orla; brothers Pad and Jim; sister Anne Houlihan; sons-in-law Ollie Walsh and Paul Hatch; daughters-in-law Lynda and Melissa; brothers-in-law; sisters-in-law; grandchildren Ava, Ciara, Nicole Sophie, Evan and Eoin; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. The Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 10th April, at 7.30 p.m. in the Holy Cross Church, Kilwatermoy. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

BRIDGET (Bridie) NOONAN Camphire, Cappoquin and Lismore It’s with sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Bridget (Bridie) Noonan, Camphire, Cappoquin, and Lismore, who was called to her eternal home on Wednesday, 25th March, 2015, in the loving care of the staff of the Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. Predeceased by her loving husband Tom and daughter Ann (Ormonde) her passing will be deeply mourned. Rosary was recited on Wednesday night in Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. On Thursday night removal took place from Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore, to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. Following Funeral Mass on Friday morning, burial took place in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Cappoquin. Full obituary to follow. To her loving grand-daughter Colette (Ormonde); grandson Richie (Ormonde); son-in-law Richie (Ormonde); nephew, nieces, relatives and her many friends we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

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Round-up … Co-ops must work with farmers to limit superlevy exposure

Wei Chen - Secretary General, China Meat Association; Niall Browne – Chief Executive, Dawn Meats; Chen Xibin - President Grand Farm and Richard Clinton – Commercial Director, Dawn Meats. A delegation from the Chinese meat industry visited Dawn Meats, Carroll’s Cross plant in Co. Waterford as part of Bord Bia’s Marketplace 2015 to introduce over 400 food and drink buyers from around the world to Irish food and drink companies. The visit comes following the announcement last month that China’s ban on Irish beef imports is to be lifted. Niall Browne CEO of Dawn Meats said: “We are excited about the potential scale of the opportunity in China and this visit will help strengthen the strong commercial relationships we have been building in advance of the market opening”. [Leo Murphy]

Some 55 International Food Buyers Visit Waterford - Bord Bia hosts Marketplace 2015 AS part of Bord Bia’s Marketplace 2015 event, some 55 international buyers visited Waterford to meet with five of the county’s leading food businesses. Following six months of planning, preparation and training, Bord Bia in conjunction with the Irish food and drink industry hosted Marketplace last week. The business development event aimed to build new trade relationships with retailers, foodservice buyers, ingredient buyers and distributors from across the globe. Dawn Meats and Dawn Pork and Bacon welcomed some 27 beef and pigmeat buyers mainly from China, as well as Vietnam and Russia to their facilities. Flahavan’s hosted 7 buyers from the US, China and Singapore at their mill in Kilmacthomas. On the seafood side, Carr Shellfish in Tallow and Harty’s Oysters in Dungarvan provided tours of their operations to over 20 seafood buyers from countries such as China, the UAE,

Germany, Russia and South Korea. Marketplace 2015 is the largest international food buyer event ever staged in Ireland, with in excess of 400 food and drink trade buyers from 30 countries travelled to do business, with Irish food and drink producers. In addition to buyers from Ireland’s traditional export markets – the UK and Continental Europe – Bord Bia has secured buyers from Australia, Algeria, Bahrain, China, Indonesia, UAE, Japan, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa. Over 100 delegates travelled from Asia alone including the largest ever Chinese trade delegation to travel to Ireland.The registered buyers represent every sector of the industry including dairy, beef, lamb, pigmeat, alcohol, seafood, prepared foods, grocery, bakery, confectionary and snacks and speciality foods. Speaking in advance of Marketplace 2015 Bord Bia Chief Executive Aidan Cotter said “this is the

largest business development event for the food and drink industry hosted by Bord Bia in Ireland. It represents a huge opportunity to showcase the breadth, depth and capabilities that has enabled the industry to build a €10.5 billion export platform and reach out to 175 markets around the world.” Over 215 of the international buyers arrived on Sunday, March 22nd and over 3 days (Monday 23rd – Wednesday 25th), they were accompanied by Bord Bia on 11 targeted itineraries visiting farms, factories, retail stores and manufacturing facilities all around the country. From Kilmore Quay to Killybegs and Tyrellspass to Tullamore, the buyers visited in excess of 100 sites nationwide to examine first-hand Ireland’s world-class agri-food industry. As part of the itineraries, some buyers also met with relevant stakeholders including Minister Simon Coveney TD, senior officials from the Department of Agriculture,

Food and the Marine, Teagasc, Food Health Ireland, Irish Dairy Board and IDIA. On Thursday (March 26th), all of the overseas buyers (400 in total) joined 140 Irish food and drink buyers to gather at the Convention Centre Dublin (CCD) for a major one-toone business development event. Some 185 Irish food and drink companies, ranging in size and profile from small enterprises to multinationals, met the 540 buyers during 4,500 prescheduled ‘speed-dating’ style meetings taking place throughout the day. Following feedback from previous Marketplace events, Bord Bia developed a comprehensive training programme for companies to ensure they were adequately prepared for this year’s showcase. Through a series of training workshops, Irish companies availed of advice on choosing export markets, logistics, and sales pitch techniques.

IFA President Eddie Downey has urged co-ops to work closely with suppliers to manage the last few days of milk collection in March and the first few days of April. He said that, without further progress in pulling back deliveries, and with the same percentage surplus at end March as at end February, the 2014/15 bill could add up nationally to over €80m. He said hard work by co-ops in supporting farmers over the next number of days was essential to help reduce exposure to the last ever superlevy fine. “In our recent series of top level meetings with all co-ops, we have emphasised this point very strongly. Coops must manage to the greatest possible degree the logistics and timings of milk collection routes strategically over the coming days to help reduce superlevy exposure both for the co-op as a whole, and for individual farmers,” Mr Downey said. “It is also crucial that co-ops would communicate clearly to farmers the limits to the safe storage of milk,” he added. “Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney must outline urgently the detailed implementation provisions for the payment scheme recently agreed by the EU Commission, which is to give farmers access to an interest-free, 3-year payment term for their superlevy fine. This is essential to ensure that co-ops can urgently take early stock of their superlevy collection situation, with a view to ensuring that all dairy far-mers have fair and equitable access to this new, interest-free, 3-year payment term,” he concluded.

beef and white meats sectors for potential gains in other areas that may not materialise. In a clear warning to the Government, the IFA President said that they must immediately get involved in the negotiations to ensure that the threats to the beef pork and poultry identified from a TTIP deal are addressed with limited tariff reductions, quantities allowed in and most importantly that equivalence of standards apply in any final deal.

Strong trade for the first of the Spring lambs – IFA IFA National Sheep Committee Chairman John Lynskey has said the very first of the Spring lambs will be sold off farms this week and market prospects look very promising. He said prices have opened strongly and farmers need a minimum of €7.00/kg to cover the high costs and make a small margin. John Lynskey said some small numbers of Spring lamb were appearing in marts around the country and both factories and butchers were active for scarce supplies, to meet Easter demand. He said prices of €145 to €150 per head were being paid at sales and in private deals with butchers. On weights he said prices were being paid to 21kgs and 21.5kgs. The IFA sheep farmers’ leader said the hogget trade remains very strong with €6.10 to €6.20/kg being paid by the factories. He said some top prices of €6.30/kg have been paid this week for quality hoggets. John Lynskey said the UK market remains very buoyant with prices at the equivalent of €6.25 to €6.50/kg for hoggets.

TTIP report shows very negative impacts IFA reaction to Eirgrid for beef sector – IFA announcement RESPONDING to the economic analysis report from Copenhagen Economics on the impact on Ireland of a Trade agreement between the EU and US, IFA President Eddie Downey said that the report identifies very negative impacts for Ireland's vital beef sector which the Government must ensure are addressed in any final agreement. He said following a meeting recently with the authors of the report, both Copenhagen Economics and officials from the Department of Enterprise Trade and Employment accepted that TTIP presented very significant risks to both our beef and white meats sector. He said that the detailed concerns raised in an IFA assessment on TTIP were accepted as real and that they would have to be fully addressed in any final trade deal. Mr. Downey said that when agricultural imports from the US are factored in the Copenhagen Economics report, overall gains for the Irish agriculture sector are marginal. Our Government must guard against selling out our vital

EIRGRID'S decisions on Grid Link and Grid West represent a significant response to farmer and rural community concerns in the south and west. IFA Environment and Rural Affairs Chairman Harold Kingston has described the announcement by EirGrid to work on existing infrastructure, rather than develop new electricity projects in the South East (Grid Link), and to explore undergrounding on Grid West, as a significant response to genuine concerns raised by farmers and local communities regarding the need and scale of the projects proposed. Harold Kingston has also called on EirGrid to ensure that all options are presented to An Bord Pleanala at the forthcoming oral hearing for the North South interconnector project as real concerns remain. "An Bord Pleanala, as the highest planning authority in the State, must be in a position to make their planning decision based on having all facts and options on the table.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

EU milk sector prepares for end of dairy quotas THE EU milk quota regime comes to an end on March 31, 2015. First introduced in 1984 at a time when EU production far outstripped demand, the quota regime was one of the tools introduced in overcoming these structural surpluses. Successive reforms of the EU's Common Agriculture Policy have increased the market-orientation of the sector and, in parallel, provided a range of other, more targeted instruments to help support producers in vulnerable areas, such as mountain areas where the costs of production are higher. Speaking ahead of the end of the quota regime, EU Commissioner for Agriculture & Rural Development Phil Hogan stated: "The end of the milk quota regime is both a challenge and an opportunity for the Union. It is a challenge because an entire generation of dairy farmers will have to live under completely new circumstances and volatility will surely accompany them along the road. But it certainly is an opportunity in terms of growth and jobs. Through increased focus on value added products as well as on ingredients for "functional" food, the dairy sector has the potential to be an economic driver for the EU. More vulnerable areas where the end of the quota system may be regarded as a threat can benefit from the pallet of rural development measures following the subsidiarity principle." The final date to end quotas was first decided in 2003 in order to provide EU producers with more flexibility to respond to growing demand, especially on the world market. It was reconfirmed in 2008 with a range of measures aimed at achieving a "soft landing". Even with quotas, EU dairy exports have increased by 45% in volume and 95% in value in the last 5 years. Market projections indicate that the prospects for further growth remain strong – in particular for added-value products, such as cheese, but also for ingredients used in nutritional, sports and dietary products.

Farmers: Make sure €3 bonus is paid

Launch of Bord Bia Quality Assured Lamb for Easter – Pictured are Sarah and Ciara Kelly who celebrated the launch of Bord Bia Quality Mark Lamb for Easter with chef Rory O’Connell. Bord Bia is encouraging consumers to choose legs of lamb with the Quality Mark this Easter so they know where their food comes from and that it has been produced to the highest Bord Bia quality standards. This is due to the fact that it has been independently audited at every stage. Bord Bia is anticipating strong sales of Quality Assured Lamb in the run up to Easter, with in excess of 84,000 legs of lamb expected to be purchased by shoppers to enjoy over the holidays. In the four weeks prior to Easter last year, sales of legs of lamb more than doubled versus the previous month to over €1.7m, with Dublin seeing the biggest spike in sales. For a selection of lamb recipes and videos check out www.bordbia.ie/lamb. Rory O'Connell's first ever TV series 'How To Cook Well', based on his critically acclaimed cookbook 'Master It' airs on RTE 1 on Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m.

Dungarvan Macra na Feirme IMPROMPTU DEBATING Dungarvan Macra took part in the Impromptu debating county round in Lawlor’s Hotel on Friday, March 20th. Four teams participated in total with Kilmacthomas entering two teams and Kinsalebeg Macra also vying for contention. In this competition, each team is given 30 minutes to prepare their arguments before the motions are enthusiastically debated. Dungarvan Macra, represented by Aoife Walsh, Mairead Scanlan and Angela Byrne, were first given the task of proposing the motion that ‘The death penalty should be reinstated in Ireland.’ Following fervent debating from both teams, Dungarvan were victorious over the Kinsalebeg team. Kilmacthomas also won their debate to set up and impassioned final with Dungarvan proposing the motion that ‘Secondary school children in Ireland should have shorter school holidays.’ This was an extremely well contested debate with strong arguments, a dash of humour and excellent refutations from both teams. Well done to Kilmacthomas Macra who will represent Waterford in the next stage of the competition.

TITLES NIGHT On Friday, March 27th, Macra members from around Waterford travelled to Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan for the County Titles Night. The entrants were interviewed by Paddy Delaney, Michelle O’Callaghan and Sean Finan, three of the four Macra na Feirme Presidential election candidates for 2015. The interviewers had some tough decisions but the titles are as follows: Mr. Personality: Tom O’Donoghue (Cappoquin Macra) Miss Blue Jeans: Marie Aherne (Cappoquin Macra) Miss Macra: Mairead Scanlan (Dungarvan Macra) Queen of the Land: Carrie Smith (Waterford City Macra) Best of luck to all in the upcoming national competitions. NATIONAL TALENT COMPETITION Congratulations to Kiva Stanley (Kilmacthomas Macra) who won the county round of the national talent competition which was also in Lawlors Hotel last Friday. The contestants were again judged by Paddy Delaney, Michelle O’Callaghan and Sean Finan. There was some fantastic talent showcased on

the night and well done to all who entered. VOLLEYBALL The county round of the volleyball competition took place on Sunday, March 29th, at Cappoquin Community Centre. The Dungarvan team on the night comprised of Maria Foley, John Tobin, Grainne Murphy, Mairead Scanlan, Micheál Barry and Jack Ahearne. Teams from Kilmacthomas, Kinsalebeg and Cappoquin also took part with Kinsalebeg running out eventual winners. UPCOMING EVENTS MR. PERSONALITY Following on from the titles night, all roads will lead to Kilkenny for the Mr. Personality Festival which will take place on the weekend of April 24th and 25th in the Springhill

Court Hotel. Macra members from around the county will be there on the night to support Tom O’Donoghue in his bid to gain the national title of Mr. Personality. Entertainment will be provided by Hot Fuss Band plus DJ on the Friday night and Mad Patsy, Deuces Wild and DJ on the Saturday Night. INTERESTED IN JOINING? Anyone interest in joining Dungarvan Macra na Feirme may contact us through our Facebook page. Just search Dungarvan Macra. You can also attend any of the upcoming events and you’ll be made very welcome. No matter what your interests, we’ll have something for you. And remember Macra is not just for farmers.

Contestants in the county round of the National Talent Competition, Kiva Stanley (Kilmac Macra), Kate Thomson (Waterford City Macra) and Grainne Murphy (Dungarvan Macra).

ICSA beef chairman Edmond Phelan has warned farmers to make sure they get the €3 bonus for animals which are under 36 months and from quality assured herds but which do not qualify for the current 12c/kg in-spec bonus. “We have evidence of farmers who have sold cattle but, whether by accident or design on the part of the factories, have not received this payment,” said Mr. Phelan. “While the €3 is a completely insufficient payment, farmers still need to make sure they are actually getting what they are entitled to.” “If factories are purposely not paying farmers this bonus, then the Minister must intervene and ensure that the terms of the roundtable agreement are adhered to.”

TTIP report a wake-up call for beef sector ICSA President Patrick Kent has said that the report launched recently on the impact in Ireland of the proposed TTIP agreement is a wake-up call for all involved. “According to this report, the beef industry stands to lose between €25 and €50 million a year due to increased competition from the US. It is completely intolerable that the beef sector would be hung out to dry for the benefit of other sectors, and ICSA will not accept this.” “The spin on this, of course, is that the agreement would benefit the Irish economy overall, but is that justification for sacrificing any one sector? We are now calling on Minister Bruton and Commissioner Malmström to guarantee that the beef sector will be protected under the proposed agreement.”

ICSA reiterates opposition to overhead power lines ICSA rural development chairman Billy Gray has reiterated the association’s view that power lines for EirGrid’s proposed North South, Grid Link and Grid West projects must go underground. “We do not accept EirGrid’s position on the North South project,” said Mr. Gray. “If undergrounding can be considered for Grid Link and Grid West, then it should also be an option for the North South interconnector. Farmers are adamant that new power lines should not and need not be overhead.” “There are many advantages to undergrounding of power lines, including lower transmission losses, lower maintenance costs and less risk of weather damage. They also require narrower bands of land for installation and result in fewer accidents such as live wire contact injuries. ICSA is calling on EirGrid to reverse its position on the North South project and to actively consider underground options for all future expansion projects.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Teagasc News . . . DAWN OF A NEW ERA April 1st, heralds the end of a Quota Year which has been a nightmare for many dairy farmers as they struggled to manage milk supply and to minimise the super levy penalty which will apply. More importantly today is the dawn of a new era for all farmers and not just for dairy farmers. Dairy farmers will no longer have to farm under the constraints of milk quota as they have over the last 30 years and are free to expand their business to the most economically sensible level. Dairy farming has proven to be the most profitable farm enterprise and for the foreseeable future and where appropriate farmers will have the freedom to switch to dairying. Dairying in Waterford and Kilkenny Waterford and Kilkenny farmers are perfectly placed to take advantage of the non-quota era.This area is the heartland of dairying and the heartland of the Glanbia region. The average farm size and herd size in this region is the largest in the country and we have the best climate for growing grass. Glanbia now has top class processing facilities in place and can produce high added value products. It is expected that over the next 5 years the average herd size in the region will increase by about 20% – 25% with a similar increase in average milk yield per cow. It is likely therefore that milk supply will increase by about 60% over the period. Expand with caution It is critical that any farmer expanding in dairy cow numbers or getting in to milk production does so with their eyes wide open. “Skill before scale” must be first on every agenda. Unless you are farming efficiently at your current scale and have the data to prove it, then your first priority must be to improve your skill and your efficiency. Price variability will be more common in future and efficiency will be essential to meet your commitments and survive the low price years.We seem to have dodged a bullet this year in terms of milk price but we will not dodge it every time. It costs €4,000 - €5,000 per cow to expand a dairy herd and €2,500-€3,500 per cow when changing from sucklers to dairying. Careful financial planning and having all loans in place before you begin is essential. Too many people attempt to expand from cash flow and this puts the business under enormous financial pressure. Don’t ignore the increased labour element and make sure that this is costed in to your plan. FIRST CUT SILAGE In recent years the quality of silage being made in general has slipped. Corners are being cut and this is resulting in more supplementation of silage in Winter or poorer than expected performance. It is therefore worthwhile reviewing the basics as farms are closing off for first cut silage.

Soil pH - Maintain soil pH at 6.3 to 6.5 for optimum grass production. This is essential to maximise the availability of N, P and K in the soil. Grass silage has a large nutrient demand and adequate N, P & K is essential for maximising grass yield and producing sufficient winter feed. Nitrogen (N) is the key driver of grass yield. Grass swards with high levels of perennial rye grass will use N more efficiently than older swards. Recently reseeded swards (0-3 years) will have 25% higher N demand, especially when reseeded after a tillage rotation. A crop of grass silage (5t/ha of DM) will require 125 kg N/ha (100 units/acre). Grass silage will take up on average 2.5kg/ha/day of N (2units/day), therefore apply N at least 50 days before cutting to ensure full N utilisation. Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) are essential to maximise grass yields therefore adequate supply of these nutrients in the soil is critical. Assess the most recent (3 to 5 years) soil test reports to determine the P and K requirements (in organic manure and fertiliser) for silage fields. A crop of grass silage will remove approximately 4kg P and 25kg K /tonne of grass DM. Organic manures are an effective source of N, P & K and can provide a large proportion of crop P and K requirements at relatively low cost. Table 1 shows the available N, P & K content for a range of organic manures. Table 1:-Available N, P K values for a range of organic manures (units/1,000 gallons) Manure type Cattle slurry (7% DM) Dilute Cattle Slurry (3.5% DM)

N 6

P 5

K 30

Cattle slurry is the most common manure applied to silage fields and can vary in nutrient content depending on its dry matter (DM) content. Diluting cattle slurry with water is beneficial for ease of agitation and can help to improve the N availability in the slurry, however it will also dilute the P and K content of the slurry (i.e. a larger quantity of diluted slurry will be needed to supply the same levels of P and K as undiluted slurry). Table 1 shows the N, P & K values for normal and dilute cattle slurries at different DM %. It is important to take account of slurry DM content to reduce the risk of under fertilising silage crops.The slurry hydrometer is a tool than can be used to assess the DM% of slurry helping you to predict the nutrient content more accurately. For example 3,000 gallons/ac of good quality cattle slurry (7%

DM) will supply sufficient P and K levels to grow a crop of grass silage.Table 2 shows the recommended rates of N, P & K at different soil P & K indexes (1 to 4) required for 5t/ha grass dry matter (10 tonnes fresh grass/acre). Table 2:- 1st Cut Grass Silage N, P & K Requirements (5t/ha DM) & Suggested Fertilizer Programmes Soil Index

where the types of heifers selected on the Drohan farm for breeding were on display. Commenting on the open days, Pearse Kelly Head of Drystock Knowledge Transfer in Teagasc said: “this is an ideal opportunity for farmers to view the progress that has been made on these farms over the last three years when straight forward and easily implementable technologies are put in place to increase farm output and profit. In particular Irish suckler farmers will have to put an increased emphasis on the type of replacements that they are bringing into their herds to reverse the trends we are seeing that is leading to less fertile suckler cows with lower milk production.” Other open days taking place as part of the programme are: Thursday, 2nd April, Donal Scully, Banogue, Co. Limerick. Donal will demonstrate how a part-time suckler farmer can achieve a gross margin of almost €1,400 per hectare by managing a high stocking rate through excellent grassland and time management. Contractors are used for the main jobs leaving Donal time to concentrate on the important jobs on the farm like grassland management and breeding. This farm consistently achieves over 0.95 calves

per cow compared to the national average is 0.79. Alan Dillon, BETTER farm programme adviser, calculates that this is worth over €5,000 in extra output. A.I. plays an important role on this farm with no stock bull used for the first six weeks of the breeding season. After that a Limousin bull with a high replacement index value is run with the herd. Walks start at 2.00 p.m. and 5.00 p.m. Tuesday, 7th April, Frank and Des Beirne, Newtownforbes, Co. Longford. Frank and Des Beirne operate a 95 cow herd where all of the stock is finished as either young bulls or heifers. Since joining the programme they have put a huge emphasis on increasing grass utilisation. Typically suckler farms will utilise around 5 tonnes of grass dry matter per hectare in the year. The Beirnes have increased it on their farm from 7.0 to 13.5 tonnes by putting in extra paddocks, laying roadways and measuring their grass growths weekly. Catherine Egan, BETTER farm programme adviser, estimates that this is worth an extra €400 per hectare per year. Frank and Des breed some replacements but have also recently started to purchase high index heifers from special breeding heifer sales. Some of these first

P kg/ha (units/ac)

K kg/ha (units/ac)

Fertilizer Options3, 4 No Slurry1

125 (100) 40 (32)

175 (140)

125 (100) 30 (24)

155 (120)

125 (100) 20 (16)

125 (100)

Cattle Slurry 3,000gal/ac 3.5 bags/ac 0-7-30 3.5 bags/ac 4 bags/ac CAN 24-2.5-10 3 bags/ac 0-7-30 3 bags/ac 4 bags/ac CAN 27-2.5-5.0 5 bags/ac 15-3-20 3 bags/ac CAN 1 bags/ac CAN

125 (100) 0

4 bags/ac CAN 3 bags/ac CAN

1. Index 1 & 2 soils apply P & K balance to build soil P & K levels to after grass for example as 24-2.5-10 / 0-7-30 2. Index 4 soils omit P for 2/3 years and re-test, Index 4 K omit for 1yr and revert to index 3 advice thereafter until next soil test. 3. Urea can replace CAN as main N source. Light rain (up to 10 mm) before or after application will reduce N losses from urea 4. For older swards with lower yield potential reduce N, P, K by 25 kg N, 4kg P & 25kg K per tonne of grass dry matter (DM) Timing of N, P & K application Apply crop N, P & K requirements when closing silage fields in late March/early April.Where cattle slurry is applied, delay the topup fertilizer applications for 1 week. In wetter soil conditions fertilizer N can be split 50:50 for example 50% in late March/early April and the remainder 2 weeks later to reduce the risk of N losses. Building Soil P & K in silage fields Apply additional P and K (soil build-up rates) to index 1 and 2 soils after 1st cut silage to or in late summer. For example 16% P or 50% K or 0-7-30 are very suitable fertilizers for building soil P and K’s levels to the target index 3 over a number of years Don’t Forget Sulphur (S) Sulphur deficiency is most likely on light sandy/free draining soils with low soil organic matter. Grass silage crops have a requirement of 20kg S/ha per cut. The application of S to soils where it is required will improve grass DM yields and quality as it helps to maintain an optimum N:S ratio and N to be used more efficiently. Apply S with main N split as N +S (e.g. CAN +S / Urea +S). A good rule of thumb for S is apply 1kg S for every 10kg N, for example 100kgN/ha requires 10kgS/ha.

Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Farm Beef Open Days THE first of a series of Spring farm walks took place recently on the farm of Patrick Drohan, Scrahan, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. A further three walks will take place on Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Beef Farms over the coming two weeks where the focus is on improving farm profitability with a special emphasis on how better breeding can contribute significantly to increasing margins per cow and per hectare on suckler farms. Patrick Drohan has worked closely with his local Teagasc adviser Patrick O’Brien and programme adviser Peter Lawrence since he became a BETTER Beef Farm in 2012 in implementing a plan for his farm to increase profits. Over the last three years the value of output on the farm has almost doubled through a combination of increasing cow numbers and an increased number of calves reared per cow. Homebred replacement heifers have significantly higher replacement index values than the average of the herd, and by following this policy over the coming years; the average index of the herd is expected to rise considerably. A workshop on the important traits to breed for was facilitated by Chris Daly of the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF)

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time calvers with calves at foot will be on display on the day at the breeding workshop run by ICBF. Walks start at 12 noon and 4.00 p.m. Thursday, 9th April, Willie Treacy, Hackballscross, Co. Louth. Willie has been in the Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Beef Farm programme since it started in 2008. While in phase one of the programme he increased his gross margin to over the target of €1,000 per hectare. Throughout phase two he has maintained this high margin and now also has the highest stocking rate of all the BETTER Beef farms. Again grassland management is the key to achieving this. Cattle are turned out early and rotated around 1–2 day paddocks. In recent years, Willie has been focusing on easier calving terminal bulls and is choosing Charolais sires that are particularly low for calf birth weight but they must still have above average growth rates. The walk starts at 2.00 p.m. All are welcome to these walks and there will be representatives from Teagasc, the Irish Farmers Journal and ICBF to present the results and to answer questions. See www.teaagsc.ie or www.farmersjournal for further details.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 30/3/2015 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 27.6 4.21 3.24 2.05 3 451 188 1,600 26 27

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 22.45 4.64 3.63 1.83 1.50 568 295 2,000 27 20

Comments: Grange, Waterford • 82% grazed to date • 92% calved to date • SCC 47,000 • Feeding 3kg D.M. silage per cow due to low grass cover per cow. • Cows tail painted for pre breeding heat detection. Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • 60% of the farm grazed • Taking out 25 acres for reseeding • Will tail paint this week for pre-service heat check.

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Dairy farmers enthusiastic, but realistic, as milk quotas end addressed to help the sector meet its potential. Key among them is an increase in farm profitability, which must be central to the 2025 Agri-Strategy. New taxation measures to address extreme market volatility and a clear focus by the Government to ensure that any future climate change targets do not inhibit the ability of the sector to grow are critical. In addition, it is vital that Government policies ensure a competitive business environment and that new premium markets for our produce are actively pursued”. Mr. Downey said recent comments highlighting environmental risks from dairy expansion are totally unfounded. Irish farmers have invested heavily in environmental measures on their farms and with modern farming practices, have shown that they can sustainably intensify production while protecting our high-quality waterways and

bio-diversity. Speaking at the IFA National Dairy Committee’s marking of the end of milk quotas on the farm of the 2014 NDC & Kerrygold Milk Quality Award winners, Edmond, Anne and Thomas Dwan, Chairman Sean O’Leary said Irish dairy farmers welcomed the opportunity to access fast-growing global markets which the end of quotas now afforded them. However, he said, contrary to the talk of bubble in the media in recent days, there was solid evidence that Irish dairy farmers would proceed cautiously in developing their business. Sean O’Leary said, “Facts would suggest that Irish dairy farmers are well placed to capitalise on the end of quotas, and in so doing help develop the dairy and agribusiness sector with major increases in direct and indirect employment, which an IFA

study estimated at 9,500 extra jobs, and upwards of €1.3bn annual additional export revenue”. “According to research carried out by Ipsos MRBI for AIB Bank, and presented at our current series of dairy seminars, the average level of indebtedness of Irish dairy farms is €62,000. This compares with over €800,000 on the average Dutch farm, and €1.4m on the average Danish farm,” he said. “The same study suggests that 63% of Irish dairy farmers are planning to grow their milk output by 2020, but of these, only 8% will increase production by more than a third. Expanding farmers intend to increase yields per cow (44%), improve grass management (14%) with no more than 45% planning to increase cow numbers. Hence, most farmers who plan to expand will proceed with moderate, cautious and sustainable growth,” he said. “We farmers and our

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co-ops have been planning for the end of quotas for a number of years now. Co-ops like Glanbia, Dairygold, Kerry, Lakeland and others have made major investments in additional processing capacity. The Irish Dairy Board have identified new markets for existing and new products, and have already started establishing new routes to export markets for growing Irish milk supplies. “Farmers are undoubtedly excited at the prospect of being able not only to grow their milk production, but also to better run their farms without the counterproductive management impositions quotas had created on them over the years. “Together with co-ops and other stakeholders, and with supportive taxation policies, I am quite confident that Irish dairy farmers will deliver fully on the Food Harvest 2020 targets for the greater good of the Irish rural economy.”

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The Water Diviner - Opens 3rd April THE first-time director and star plays a grieving father with an unusual ability to detect water in a good-looking melodrama with a big heart. Crowe stars as Joshua Connor in his directorial debut, The Water Diviner, a postcard war melodrama illuminated by beautiful colours and sunshine-throughleaves lighting. In 1919, Australian farmer Joshua Connor (Russell Crowe) goes in search of his three missing sons, last known to have fought against the Turks in the bloody Battle of Gallipoli. Arriving in Istanbul, he is thrust into a vastly differ-

ent world, where he encounters others who have suffered their own losses in the conflict: Ayshe (Olga Kurylenko), a strikingly beautiful but guarded hotelier raising a child alone; her young, spirited son, Orhan (Dylan Georgiades), who finds a friend in Connor; and Major Hasan (Yilmaz Erdo?an), a Turkish officer who fought against Connor’s boys and who may be this father’s only hope. With seemingly insurmountable obstacles in his path, Connor must travel across the battle-scarred Turkish landscape to find the truth and his own peace.

Vincent Van Gogh - A new way of seeing from the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam Tuesday, 14th April, 2015 at 6.30 p.m.

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amongst them. Imagine what he could have produced if he had not committed suicide? I was also surprised at how revealing his letters were. He was not some mad, isolated genius but a deep thinking man who was extremely wellread, observant and dedicated to understanding the essence of making art. He didn’t suffer fools lightly and was hungry to interact with the world, particularly with nature and ordinary people from everyday life.’ FILMING AT THE VAN GOGH MUSEUM ‘We had unprecedented access to the Museum and their storage facility for filming which means the film is rich with Van Gogh imagery from early drawings to his great masterpieces in paint and illuminating letters. We decided that the best way to animate Vincent’s letters was to film an actor in a series of carefully considered scenes that have key letters read over them by the Dutch actor Jochum ten Haaf. This has proved very effective in giving a balanced insight into the mind of Van Gogh and a clear narrative to his colourful life.’

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FROM the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam. Enjoying complete and unprecedented access to the treasures of Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, this is a surprising new film about one of the world’s favourite artists, marking both a major re-showing of the gallery’s collection and a celebration of the 125th anniversary of Van Gogh’s death. Experience the wonder of seeing these masterpieces on the big screen while specially invited guests, including worldrenowned curators and art historians, offer their interpretations and explanations of his work with exclusive new research revealing incredible recent discoveries. FROM THE DIRECTOR Discoveries ‘Van Gogh became an artist at the age of 27 and made art for only 10 years before his death in 1890, but what I didn’t realise was that he only made drawings and watercolours for the first five years - no paintings. He produced over 450 paintings in the last five years of his life which is incredible when you think of how many masterpieces where

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NT Live: The Hard Problem Thursday, 16th April at 7.00 p.m. HILARY, a young psychology researcher at a brainscience institute, is nursing a private sorrow and a troubling question at work, where psychology and biology meet. If there is nothing but matter, what is consciousness? This is ‘the hard problem’ which puts Hilary at odds with her colleagues who include her first mentor Spike, her boss Leo and the billionaire founder of the institute, Jerry. Is the day coming when the computer and the fMRI scanner will answer all the questions psychology can ask? Meanwhile Hilary needs a miracle, and she is prepared to pray for one. Daily Mail, 100 minutes of brilliant brainache

★★★★★ Evening Standard, ‘A typically witty return for Tom Stoppard"‘A typically witty return for Tom Stoppard" ★★★★ ‘Stimulating.Absorbing.A rich, ideaspacked work, ‘Offers endless stimulation.’Guardian ★★★★ ‘Flecked with Stoppard’s wry, ironic humour and luminous intelligence, directed with exemplary lucidity by Hytner, this is a play that, movingly, wrestles with deep questions about what makes us who we are and with the implications of materialism.’ Financial Times

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Sister Act the Musical “SISTER Act The Musical" – A Broadway Musical starring a local cast! Coming to Dungarvan Town April 21st-25th. Get your tickets for Easter gifts!! A true theatrical experience for our audience!! It’s getting close! Just 3 weeks to go to Opening Night!! You probably saw our Skating Nun in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade! Yet again we are bringing a vibrant, energetic show with a fabulous local cast to Dungarvan town! The show is set in the ’70s with

Groovy Disco Music and Dancing! It kicks off with "Take Me To Heaven" and ends with the exuberant "Spread The Love Around" which will have the audience dancing in the aisles!! It features Romance! Mafia Mobsters! Disco Divas! and Rapstar Nuns!! We have a fantastic adult cast who have been rehearsing since January with top professionals Vicki Graham, Director and Choreographer, and the talented Elaine Ryan as Musical Director. Yet again

this cast and crew will make the old Choral Society proud of today's local stars! We have had great support from local businesses providing fantastic Pretheatre menus: Crew's Restaurant! The Park Hotel and Nude Food have imaginative Sister Act Themed menus! So our audiences are in for a real treat!! Thank you to our first nightly sponsors Paul Foley Oils, Crew's Restaurant, The Park Hotel, Star Struck Studios and The Weight Clinic.

Tickets are on sale in David Walsh Office Supplies and Ray Kelly’s Wellbeing Pharmacy, High St. Tickets are €15 each or there is a group rate. Tickets are selling fast so do not be disappointed! Check out our pop up Nuns Sign in town and take a Selfie! If any member of the public or any local businesses would like to become a nightly sponsor or a patron for this theatre group please contact Aileen Hogan on 0876299508.

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Dungarvan Dramatic Club THE curtain went down on what can only be described as another very successful production for Dungarvan Dramatic Club. Under the dexterous direction of Siobhan Buckley the cast of Neil Simon's superb comedy 'PLAZA SUITE' ensured everyone went home with smiles on their faces and impressed audiences bring-

ing people to their feet in standing ovation. In addition to the familiar faces of Margaret Dennehy, Con O'Sullivan Orla Glascott and Joe Kelly, this 107th production in the club’s 74 years saw four new members make their debut with DDC, some treading the boards for the first time. Well done to Aaron Cowming, Jess McGovern,

The cast of Plaza Suite pictured with Director Siobhan Buckley, Stage Manager Lisa O'Sullivan and Stage Assistant Deirdre [Sarah Glascott] Collender.

Marina Kilduff and Louise Bradley. May 'PLAZA SUITE' be your first of many DDC productions! We also welcomed our friends from Mercyhurst Matt Vendeville and Emily Francis who added treading the boards with DDC to their Dungarvan experience. Putting on any production involves a cohesive team of people and as usual everyone involved came up trumps. Ned Cullinan and his enthusiastic crew Ray, Mike, Dave, Shane, Michael, Aonghus and Pat used hammer and saw with imagination and skill and transformed the stage at Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre into Suite 719 Plaza Hotel New York. Lisa O'Sullivan our stage manager was ably assisted by stage assistant Deirdre Collender and both kept a watchful eye on cast and crew making sure all ran smoothly. Kate Cross

expertly 'beautified' by adding and subtracting years with skill! Brian Pattwell and Mike Hennessy provided sounds of a bustling New York City and made sure there was rain complete with thunder and lightening right on cue. Dave Zannis lit the set with his usual finesse. Emma Power co-ordinated our Front of House team who made sure everyone got the traditional cuppa at the interval and a ticket or two for the raffle and of course provided Prosecco and Pretzels to everyone on opening night! A special thanks to Conor Lannen Country Store and Michael Sheehan The Wine Buff for the wonderful raffle prizes. Thanks also to Michael and Joe Kelly's Pharmacy for managing ticket sales. The club is also very grateful to Pierce Flynn of The Park Hotel, Dungarvan's very own Plaza Hotel, where all the

lovely production photos were taken. And last but by no means least, a standing ovation to our audiences who came from far and wide.Without such support and encouragement Dungarvan Dramatic Club would not be the club it is today. DDC is proud to uphold the aims of our founding members 'the promotion of culture, the staging of plays and the encouraging of a spirit of zeal and good comradeship amongst the members". Dungarvan is without doubt a hub of dramatic endeavour! Reminder if anyone has any old photographs or memorabilia from past dramatic endeavours, please contact any committee member or DDC on 086-3244175. Your memories are precious, anything on loan will be treated with care, and returned in the same condition as it was given.

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Elaine Page: I'm Still Here Thursday, 23rd April, at 7:15 p.m. The incomparable Elaine Paige brings her sell-out Farewell Concert from the Royal Albert Hall to the big screen accompanied by a live set featuring special guests. Filmed for cinema, the concert features the BBC Concert Orchestra, with Elaine performing the highlights of her extraordinary 50 year career, including Memory, I Know Him So Well and As If We Never Said Goodbye. The evening will finish with a special live Q&A and an intimate performance from Elaine. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Elaine Paige Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 21st April. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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THE Staff, Management and the Flynn family of the Park Hotel Dungarvan are delighted to welcome their new General Manager Declan Moriarty. Declan is no stranger to the Flynn family having held senior Managerial roles in the Imperial Hotel, Cork, and the New Park Hotel in Kilkenny. Declan has worked in the Hotel Industry in excess of 20 years and previously managed the Talbot Hotel in Wexford and only recently the River Court in Kilkenny. On his appointment Declan stated "I am delighted to be back working for the Flynn Family, who have a long and established reputation for their traditional hospitality. The

Flynn hotel group mission of ‘Let our family look after yours’ can be seen on a daily basis throughout all of the hotels in the group through teams of highly dedicated staff who are passionate in providing a high level of service and traditional customer care. I very much look forward to building on the reputation that the Park Hotel has and working with the staff and management.” On Declan’s appointment Pierce Flynn stated "We are delighted to welcome Declan, who will be a valued asset to our family run hotel, and look forward to new and exciting times ahead.” The Park Hotel looks forward to a very busy summer period.

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Easter – a special time in Ireland THIS being Holy Week the most important Festival of the Christian Church, it is appropriate to look back at the early practice of Easter in Ireland. Holy Week begins with the commemoration of the jubilant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem astride an ass and with branches of Palm being strewed before him. By Friday, He had been betrayed by one of the twelve chosen apostles, placed on trial and condemned to execution by crucifixion, by the Roman Governor who did not have the courage to resist the calls of the mob and free an innocent man. Instead, he decreed that Jesus be executed by crucifixion, the grisly and agonising method of the day. For those who will wish to take part, these events and the Resurrection on Easter Sunday will be celebrated in Churches around the Diocese and will attract crowds far greater than any other Sunday of the year. Perhaps the first Easter celebration to be recorded was that which occurred after St.

Patrick’s arrival back to Ireland in 432, having assumed the office and duties of Palladius, a Bishop who had been sent to convert the pagans of Ireland and who had died en route. One account of Patrick’s first Easter in Ireland recalls that: “His first Easter he spent at Slane, County Meath in the territory of the High King and at Slane on Saturday, Easter Eve, AD 433 he lit the Paschal Fire never to be put out in this country again. It is said that the king and his courtiers were much astonished when they saw the fire ablaze upon the hill of Slane, nine miles off; and when the monarch inquired about it his druids said:– "If that fire which we see be not extinguished to-night it will never be extinguished, but will over-top all our fires: and he that has kindled it will overturn thy kingdom." Whereupon the king, in great wrath, instantly set out in his chariot with a small retinue; and having arrived near Slane, he summoned the strangers to his

presence. He commanded Patrick and his followers to present themselves to him the following day at Tara. The next day was Easter Sunday. Patrick and his companions set out for the palace, where he defeated the Druids (Pagan Priests) and got consent to travel the country on his mission.” Easter is the oldest Christian holiday and represents Resurrection. Which is why Easter Monday was chosen by the Leaders of the 1916 Rising as the time to strike. The military campaign was incomplete and ineffective, but it eventually acted as a spur and an inspiration to the people of Ireland to continue the bid for Irish freedom which they did. This long effort and its guerrilla war of independence 1919 – 1921 finally led to the foundation of the State in 1922. Next year, Easter will take on an additional significance here in Ireland as we celebrate the Centenary of the Easter Rising, about we will hear a great deal over the next twelve months.

Berlin Wall comes Blackwater Distillery to Lismore officially opened WHEN the Berlin Wall finally came down a quarter of a century ago, anyone who felt that they were seeing history being made, or if they were in Berlin at the time participating in history being made, might have taken away with them a small piece of concrete as a memento of the notorious wall which had divided East from West Berlin and in many respects, democratic Europe from Eastern Europe. The Fall of the Wall has been celebrated since as a milestone on the road to German freedom and today, in the Gallery of Lismore Castle Arts, there stands a substantial portion of that wall, five tonnes of it in fact, which will be available for viewing by the general public. This ‘new piece of history’ will be available for visitors to view in 2015. It is substantial in size comprising two sections of the historic wall measuring 3.60m x 1.20m and weighing 2.5 tonnes. The two sections arrived in the gardens this week, transported by lorry from Berlin. The wall was bought by current castle custodians Lord and Lady

Burlington on a trip to Berlin in 2014. Proud of this new addition to the attractions of Lismore Castle Gardens and Gallery, Lord Burlington said that he felt “extremely fortunate to have acquired such a powerful reminder of one of the most significant episodes of European history of recent years”. For 28 years, the 28 mile Berlin Wall split a city in two and divided a nation with two million tons of concrete, 700,000 tonnes of steel, attack dogs, tank traps, death strips and tripwires. Lismore Castle Gardens, which is now the new home for this significant piece of history, extends over seven acres and will be open seven days a week from 10.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. from April 3rd to September 30th this year. Lismore Castle is said to have the oldest continually cultivated garden in Ireland. Entry to the Gardens enables visitors to access Lismore Castle Arts, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year with an ambitious programme of exhibitions, events and education projects.

AS befits the occasion, the opening of the first new distillery in Waterford for 175 years took place in Cappoquin last week with due celebration and formality. While the plant has been in operation for some time producing the glorious liquids which will tease the palates of both drinkers and alcohol conoisseurs alike, the products will not make their way to the shelves of pubs and off-licences until later this month. At the launch, Peter Mulryan, Director and Distiller told his attentive audience that the last distillery in Waterford closed in Clashmore in 1840, during the reign of Queen Victoria. This was only a handful of years before the disaster of the Great Hunger descended on the people of Ireland and at a time when there was almost double the population that we have now. The Blackwater Distillery was officially opened in Cappoquin by Ann Phelan TD, Minister of State at the Departments of Agriculture, Food &

Marine and Transport, Tourism & Sport. Her audience included the Mayor of the City and County of Waterford, Cllr. James Tobin, Ciara Conway TD, John Deasy TD, Cllr. John Pratt, Cllr. Declan Doocey, Christine O’Donovan, President of Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce and members of the restaurant and business community in Waterford. The Minister told her audience that the Irish agri-food and beverage sector is seeing a reawakening of Ireland’s tradition and heritage in quality craft distilling and the Blackwater distillery is at the heart of this revival. “The agri-food sector is playing a key role in Ireland’s export led recovery,” she continued. “Here in rural Ireland, it is the local indigenous companies, like Blackwater Distillery, that are supporting growth and jobs.” Those who will attend the forthcoming Festival of Food will be able to enjoy a limited edition of Irish Poteen, the first time that such a drink could be

legally consumed here in the County. The River Blackwater has been a lifeline for travel and for the transport of goods for nigh on two millennia and Peter Mulryan said that Blackwater Distillery’s first product, Blackwater No 5

Gin, uses spices that would have traded on the river in the Victorian period. “We are already exporting Blackwater No 5 Gin to Germany and the UK where it is the UK Craft Gin Club’s Gin of the Month,” said a well satisfied Mr. Mulryan.

Blackwater No 5 Gin is on sale in specialist spirit retailers nationwide and in Ardkeen Quality Foodstore & World Wide Wines in Waterford, SuperValu Cappoquin and Merrys of Dungarvan. www.blackwaterdistillery.ie

Ann Phelan TD, Minister of State at the Departments of Agriculture, Food & Marine and Transport, Tourism & Sport speaking at the official opening of Blackwater Distillery in Cappoquin this week.

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Friday, 3rd April, 2015

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Galway succumbs to Waterford’s intensity See page 3

Waterford's Colin Dunford with the sliotar against Galway's Jason Flynn during the Allianz National Hurling League quarter-final in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

KEARNEY’S CATERING WESTERN UNDER 21 ‘A’ FOOTBALL FINAL

Never say die Ballinacourty dethrones champions Ballinacourty ……….. 1-11; St. Olivers …………… 0-12. BALLINACOURTY’S under 21 footballers regained a Western title they last won in 2013 when they defeated the reigning champions St. Olivers in a thrilling final at the Fraher Field last Friday night. This was a contest worthy of the occasion and it was finally settled by a Conor Prunty fisted goal in the 62nd minute, following approach work by Neil Montgomery and Brian Looby at a time when Olivers held a slender 0-13 to 0-11 advantage. The reigning champions looked to be heading for twoin-a-row titles when they led by 0-13 to 0-10 with 56 minutes on the clock but anyone knowing this Courty team, who have the potential to be one of their best club teams ever, know that they are never beaten until the final whistle and this was most definitely the case here. A talented, determined and well drilled team, Ballinacourty have been the dark horses of a championship that they have thoroughly deserved to win while Olivers were worthy opponents and they have enjoyed three great years themselves in the ‘A’ grade in this age group. This match had all the makings of a titanic struggle and so it proved with a tremendous first half and a cautious second one climaxed with all the action and key moments in the time that was added on, which was justified because of the amount of second moiety stoppages. Olivers had the opportunity to put 0-3 or even

more between the sides in the 61st minute and the non execution of this chance proved so costly as Ballinacourty’s fruitful raid on the town end goal sixty seconds later proved to be the difference. Substitute Eoin Kiely once again showed his worth with the final score of an absorbing game in the 64th minute before referee Tommy O’Sullivan sounded the long whistle to the delight of the winning supporters. This victory was all the more notable as ‘Courty were facing a more experienced and physically stronger fifteen who started well and they were 0-2 ahead by the fourth minute courtesy of scores by Brendan Phelan and Aidan Dwyer. The midfield battle between Phelan and Conor Prunty was a focal point throughout with the Ballinacourty player curbing the St. Oliver’s key player’s potential influence. It didn’t take the winners too long to address this bright start by their opponents as they registered the next five scores to lead by 0-5 to 0-2 at the end of the first quarter, benefitting greatly from the direct ball into their forward division. Stephen Cliffe opened their scoring from a Mikey Coleman pass, following which Cliffe provided a goal chance for Michael Maher, only for Paul Curran to deny him a green flag in the country end goal. Maher levelled the game from a pointed free in the 11th minute and either side of a superb score by Mikey Coleman, David Looby gave an exhibition of ‘45’ metre

kicking with two fine scores. A Jason Morrissey pointed free in the 19th minute halted Ballinacourty’s uninterrupted scoring sequence and then it was the champions turn to impress on the scoreboard via Mikey Phelan from a Cian Culloo pass and a further Morrissey pointed free to level the tie for the second time at 0-5 each with 23 minutes played. Recovered from his semifinal injury, Micheal Culloo placed Micheal Shine for a lead score for Olivers but a brace of Mikey Coleman passes to Michael Maher and Neil Montgomery respectively gave ‘Courty the edge at the short whistle on a 0-7 to 0-6 scoring. Coleman enjoyed his best game here in a Ballinacourty jersey and he was a thorn in the Olivers’ defence throughout. The scoring sequence portrayed the see saw nature of the first half and it was clear that, whatever transpired in the second half, this final was going to go down to the very threads of the wire. Both clubs introduced substitutes on the restart in the persons of Cormac Dwyer (B) and Mark Lynch (S.O) and it was the group team that made the brighter start with a pointed free by Jason Morrissey in the 32nd minute after an earlier goal attempt by the same player was well saved by Kevin Dwane. A further Morrissey free edged Olivers ahead for the third time but Michael Maher had the teams back level in the 38th minute. Olivers enjoyed their best spell of the second half at the

end of the third quarter and the beginning of the fourth which put them in a good position to go on and retain their title. They scored four of the next five points to establish a 0-3 lead by the 53rd minute at 0-12 to 0-9. Micheal Culloo placed Mikey Phelan for his second point in the 42nd minute, Aidan Dwyer, who enjoyed a splendid second half, raised two white flags, following which the ‘Courty mentors put Brian Looby on him, and Liam O’Connell registered one of the best scores of the hour in the 53rd minute. The winners’ only score in this period of play was a third score from the boot of Michael Maher which kept them in touch entering the final ten minutes of play. However, and as expected, Ballinacourty weren’t handing anything over on a plate and sixteen year old Neil Montgomery reduced the deficit to 0-2 with his second point. Kevin Dwane made another vital save from Cian Culloo in the 55th minute and Jason Morrissey won a rare ball off Man of the Match Eoin Bergin to re-establish their 0-3 lead at 0-13 to 0-10 in the 56th minute. Bergin was a colossal in the heart of the winner’s defence all night and he looked a class act throughout. Two minutes later a St. Olivers player was red carded for striking and whether this had an effect on the rest of the game or not, ‘Courty outscored their opponents from then on by 1-2 to 0-0. Stephen Cliffe lofted over a

Eddie Cunningham, Chairman Western GAA Board presents the U-21A Football Cup to Ballinacourty's Captain, Michael Maher. Included is Tom McCarthy, Kearney Catering, Sponsors. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

59th minute free, yet two minutes later, Olivers were afforded the opportunity to strike back but Micheal Shine’s effort on goal went just wide of the posts. The defining score of the game wasn’t long arriving and it wasn’t any surprise that the trio responsible for it were Neil Montgomery, Brian Looby and Conor Prunty. This goal captured the work rate and belief in this team and Eoin Kiely put the icing on the Ballinacourty performance with a trade mark score just before the final whistle. This was a hard game to lose for the reigning champs when they looked to be in control with time running out, however, ‘Courty were deserving winners and they will be a difficult side to beat

Ballinacourty winners of the Kearney Catering sponsored Western U-21 A Football Championship in Fraher Field. They beat St. Olivers in the final.

on any given day. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Eoin Bergin, Conor Prunty, Mikey Coleman. St. Oliver’s Top Three: Stevie Hally, Aidan Dwyer, Kealan Looby. Observer’s Man of the Match: Eoin Bergin. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7. St. Olivers 6. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 1-8. St. Olivers 0-9. Frees For: Ballinacourty 11. St. Olivers 19. Wides: Ballinacourty 7. St. Olivers 4. Score of the Match: Ballinacourty’s goal in the 62nd minute of the game, engineered by Neil Montgomery and Brian Looby and executed by Conor Prunty. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Michael Maher 0-4 (1f), Conor Prunty 1-0, David Looby 0-2 ‘45’, Stephen Cliffe 0-2 (1f), Neil Montgomery 0-2, Mikey Coleman

and Eoin Kiely 0-1 each. St. Olivers: Jason Morrissey 0-5 (4f), Aidan Dwyer and Mikey Phelan 02 each, Brendan Phelan, Micheal Shine and Liam O’Connell 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Kevin Dwane; Shane O’Gorman, Eoin Bergin, Jack Duggan; Conor McCarthy (A), Brian Looby, Conor McCarthy (B); Conor Prunty, John Elsted; Stephen Cliffe, David Looby, Neil Montgomery; David Sweeney, Michael Maher, Mikey Coleman. Subs: Cormac Dwyer (ht), Eoin Kiely(49), Ruairi Conway (52), Darragh McGrath (63). St. Olivers: Paul Curran; Rob Shine, Kealan Looby, Mikey O’Brien; Shane Kenny, Stevie Hally, Micheál Shine; Brendan Phelan, Aidan Dwyer; Micheál Culloo, Mikey Phelan, Cian Culloo; Liam O’Connell, Jason Morrissey, Mike Kiely. Sub: Mark Lynch (ht). Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

ALLIANZ NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE QUARTER-FINAL

Galway succumbs to Waterford’s intensity Waterford ……………0-20; Galway ………………0-12. LAST Sunday’s National Hurling Quarter Final in Walsh Park was a test to see how much progress our Senior hurlers have really made this year and following a very impressive display by Derek McGrath’s charges, it must be said that this was a test that was passed with flying colours. The workrate, intensity and the system of placing extra players out the field from the forward line were the ingredients for this latest success which now gives the team another important pre championship outing and one which will be against Tipperary in the League semi final in Nolan Park on Sunday, April 19th. Over three thousand patrons attended last Sunday’s match which was also shown live on the telly by TG4, the best all the year round station for the coverage of our National Games. The stand and the field itself looked well up to standard on the big screen but, once again, the area behind the city end goal was a let down and unfortunately didn’t do our County ground any favours. If ever a wind dictated the trend of a game, then it was this one, which Waterford led at the short whistle by 0-14 to 0-5 but despite its strength, the winners only lost the second moiety by 0-7 to 0-6 which highlights the quality of their performance here. There were no green flags raised over the 70 minutes by both sides while Waterford’s system of play, though proving successful, will not yield many goals with so few players in the forwards close to

goal. The exception here could be Maurice Shanahan as high balls into him when he was introduced in the 47th minute put the tribesmens’ defence under all sorts of pressure. Galway may have regretted deciding to play against the elements in the first half as they went in at the break with a mountain to climb, trailing by a 0-9 margin. Waterford didn’t take long in making full use of the wind and Kevin Moran, who had one of his best games here, opened the scoring after just 35 seconds. Brian O’Halloran, who again won numerous frees for Paudie Mahony to put to good use, struck the first of his game’s brace in the first minute before Joe Canning, who didn’t have his expected influence on the match, opened Galway’s account with a 5th minute pointed free. Daylight soon opened between the sides as Pauric Mahony placed Austin Gleeson for a trademark point, followed by two scores by Mahony himself, one from a free and the second from a pass by Colin Dunford, who was in the thick of the action throughout. Canning hit his second free in the 8th minute before two fouls on the industrious Michael Walsh, yielded a further two white flags for Mahony. 18 minutes on the clock and Jake Dillon placed Brian O’Halloran for his second score before Andy Smyth recorded the visitors first point from play one minute later. In all, Galway scored only 0-5 from play and over all their performance was poor and not one you would associate with a Division 1A team. Galway’s Iarla Tannion

picked up a yellow card for stopping the speedy Colin Dunford in his tracks, resulting in the first of two consecutive pointed frees by ace sharpshooter Pauric Mahony. A long range point by Kevin Moran in the 24th minute left the score board looking a healthy 0-11 to 0-3 for the home team and all that Galway could add for the remainder of the first half was a brace of Joe Canning pointed frees. Waterford continued to make full use of the elements and following Mahony’s(f) seventh match point, a long delivery by the once again outstanding Shane Fives, was caught brilliantly in the air by Jake Dillon under pressure, who then became the winners’ fifth scorer of the first half. Austin Gleeson had missed a sideline cut narrowly but he found his range in the 31st minute to the delight of the home following and the home side entered the dressing room to a rousing applause with last year’s doubts of Derek McGrath’s tenure like a whimper long away in the distance. Anthony Cunningham made two changes on the restart in an attempt to gee up the Galway challenge and it seemed to be working as within nine minutes, the tribesmen had reduced their 0-9 deficit to 0-4. Galway hit 0-4 from play via Joe Canning after just 55 seconds, Cathal Mannion in the 37th minute, Andy Smyth from a Canning pass (38) and Mannion again (43). The visitors reached double figures with a Joe Canning pointed free in the 44th minute, 0-14 to 0-10 but a shemozzle under the stand

two minutes later with three players picking up yellow cards, including the Mahony brothers, seemed to revitalise the home team and they went on to score the next four consecutive points. Pauric Mahony (f) began this scoring sequence with Waterford’s first score of the second half in the 49th minute, a vital confidence booster for a home win indeed, and Maurice Shanahan announced his introduction with a point from a Philip Mahony pass, (0-16 to 0-10). Two Pauric Mahony points in the 53rd and in the 55th minutes consolidated Waterford’s lead and they heralded a game scoring drought for ten minutes and Galway had not scored for 21 minutes when Joe Canning pointed a free in the 65th minute. It was in this ten minute period when the home team prevented Galway from scoring that they ensured their name on the league semi-final programme. Trailing by 0-7, Galway had a real attempt on goal in the 66th minute but Joseph Cooney’s attempt in the city end was well saved by Ian O’Regan, who did no wrong throughout, and a resultant ‘65’ by Joe Canning was Galway’s final score in an overall disappointing performance. Tom Devine was introduced in the 61st minute and within eight minutes, he pointed from a Maurice Shanahan pass and he provided for a Michael Walsh score, the latter both popping up in attack and defence in a hard working second half, similar to all of his team mates. Outstanding performances

Waterford Senior Hurling Team who beat Galway in the Allianz National Hurling League quarter-final in Walsh Park.

Waterford's Tadhg De Burca in action against Galway's Jonathan Glynn during the Allianz National Hurling League quarter-final in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] were delivered by all the team, led by the example of Jamie Barron i lar na pairce, Tadhg De Burca in defence and Colin Dunford up front. Next up are Tipperary with the winners meeting either Dublin or Cork in the league final. This is another step up and a big ask for Derek McGrath’s charges but they are where they are at the moment on merit alone and they won’t fear any opposition in the weeks and months ahead. Waterford’s Top Three: Jamie Barron, Tadhg De Burca, Kevin Moran. Galway’s Top Three: Andy

Smyth, Joe Canning, Cathal Mannion. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jamie Barron. Number of Scorers: Waterford 8. Galway 4. Scores from Play: Waterford 0-11. Galway 0-5. Frees For: Waterford 16. Galway 10. Wides: Waterford 5. Galway 13. Score of the Match: Austin Gleeson’s 32nd minute sideline cut. Scorers: Waterford: Pauric Mahony 0-10, K. Moran, B. O’Halloran (0-2) each; A. Gleeson 0-2, J. Dillon, T. Devine, M. Shanahan, M. Walsh (0-1) each. Galway: J. Canning 0-8, C. Mannion, A. Smith (0-2) each.

Waterford: I. O’Regan; S. Fives, B. Coughlan, N. Connors; A. Gleeson, T. De Burca, Philip Mahony; J. Barron, K. Moran; M. Walsh, J. Dillon, Pauric Mahony; B. O’Halloran, S. Bennett, C. Dunford. Subs: M. Shanahan for Bennett; T. Devine for O’Halloran; S. O’Sullivan for Dunford; G. O’Brien for Dillon; M. O’Neill for Pauric Mahony. Galway: C. Callanan; J. Coen, P. Killeen, D. Collins; G. McInerney, P. Mannion, J. Hanbury; I. Tannian, A. Smith; J, Canning, J. Glynn, J. Cooney; C. Mannion, J. Regan, J. Flynn. Subs: G. Lally for Killeen; N. Healy for Regan; A. Harte for Flynn. Referee: B. Gavin (Offaly).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

ALBERT McGRATHS NEWSAGENTS WESTERN UNDER 21 ‘B’ FOOTBALL FINAL

Brickeys deny brave Stradbally comeback Brickeys ………………2-10; Strabally ………………1-7. PLAYED at the Fraher Field last Friday evening, Brickey Rangers won the first Western Board Championship of 2015 on foot of a rampant first half performance after which they led their opponents Stradbally by 1-10 to 0-1. The local side were impressive in the extreme to the delight of their followers as they totally dominated from the outset against a Stradbally team that failed to turn up and allowed their opponents to dictate matters with very little resistance. The second half was, unpredictably, a different matter altogether as the Reds bounced back with a display that reflected their true form and with 53 minutes on the clock an Eoin O’Brien free left them just one kick of the size 5 behind on a scoreline of 1-10 to 1-7. Brickeys required a steadying influence at this stage, having not scored in the entire second half, and it came in the person of Man of the Match Conor Morrissey in the 58th minute, who scored his second goal of the hour and finally settled this very enjoyable Western Final game. The nearer the age Brickey fifteen well deserved their first moiety dominance and it could have been even greater on the scoreboard but for the insistence of trying to walk the ball into the Country end goal of the field. Older heads will remind them that scores must be taken when the opportunity arises in an hour long match and over elaborate use of the ball can come back to haunt a dominant team as almost occurred here.

However, some of the winner’s first half scores were out of the top drawer especially Cormac Curran’s three points and Conor Morrissey’s well taken goal under pressure as the speed of the Brickey play had their opponents chasing shadows. Stradbally’s sole first half score came in the second minute from the boot of Eoin O’Brien from a placed ball but once Brickeys settled with Morrissey’s 6th minute goal, the Bushy Park outfit took over and all attention was focused on the country end part of the field. The winners led by 1-5 to 0-1 at the end of the first quarter, courtesy of Cormac Curran and Conor Morrisey, 0-2 each and a further white flag from wing back Cathal Curran and it could have been by more but for the heroics of Ger Crowley between the posts, who saved four goal attempts before the short whistle. Stradbally could just not get their hands on the ball and Brickeys added on five more points via brothers Martin and Laurence Houlihan, Cormac Curran (f), Cormac O’Grady from a Cathal Curran pass and Conor Morrissey. Whatever was said in the Stradbally dressing room during the interval and whoever said it worked wonders as it was a completely different Reds fifteen that emerged from underneath the scoreboard. The players were totally supportive of one another out on the field and they gave their support a true insight into their best style of play, winning the half by 1-6 to 1-0. They had the opportunities to win the game which would have gone down as the greatest comeback

Eddie Cunningham, Chairman Western GAA Board presents the U-21B Football Cup to Brickey's Captain, Conor Morrissey. Included is Kay O'Connell, Albert McGrath Newsagents Sponsors. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] since Lazarus but Brickey’s only second half score from Conor Morrissey thwarted their winning aspirations and ultimately punished their lack lustre first half play. The hard working Daniel Weldon commenced the comeback with a 34th minute point while the departure of Shane Nugent from the heart of the Brickey team helped pave a path forward for attack after attack by Stradbally. Centre forward Micheal Sweeney raised a 38th minute white flag for the Reds and when he placed corner forward Stephen Keane for a 41st minute goal, 1-10 to 1-3, though the margin was still daunting, it motivated Stradbally to make further inroads into their now 0-7 deficit. Two minutes later, Robert

Finn had a glorious opportunity to raise a second green flag for the coveside club but his well kicked effort went just wide of the posts. Stradbally’s comeback was gathering momentum and their play was equally as impressive of that of Brickeys earlier on. This new found enthusiasm was rewarded with three pointed frees by Eoin O’Brien and a further score by Jack Mullaney, 1-10 to 1-7 with 53 minutes played. Brickeys had missed a number of reassurance scores from frees but Conor Morrissey stepped up to the mark with their only score of the half when he billowed the town end goal with two minutes of normal time remaining, which ultimately saw them receive the winning trophy from Chairman of the

Western Board, Eddie Cunningham. Stradbally showed their true mettle here as they continued to press forward and Michael O’Dwyer made a super save from Micheal Sweeney in the 59th minute and a further one two minutes later. Brickeys were back in control of the game on the scoreboard and, on their outstanding first half display alone, they well deserved to advance to this year’s County Final. They are well capable of further success if they can perform for the full hour next day out. This was a learning experience for Stradbally, with eleven of their minor team from last year playing, they are made of the right stuff and the opinion in some quarters

Brickeys who beat Stradbally in the final of the Albert McGrath Newsagents sponsored Western U-21B Football Championship in Fraher Field.

over the past few years that Stradbally have little coming through from underage ranks is now definitely more myth than reality. Brickeys Top Three: Conor Morrissey, Cormac Curran, Laurence Houlihan. Stradbally’s Top Three: Ger Crowley, Daniel Weldon, Jack Navin. Observer’s Man of the Match: Conor Morrissey. Number of Scorers: Brickeys 6. Stradbally 5. Scores from Play: Brickeys 2-9. Stradbally 1-3. Frees For: Brickeys 15. Stradbally 17. Wides: Brickeys 9. Stradbally 9. Score of the Match: Conor Morrissey’s 58th minute goal for the Brickeys. Scorers – Brickeys: Conor Morrissey 2-3, Cormac Curran 03 (2f), Cathal Curran, Laurence Houlihan, Cormac O’Grady and

Martin Houlihan 0-1 each. Stradbally: Eoin O’Brien 0-4f, Stephen Keane 1-0, Daniel Weldon, Jack Mullaney and Micheal Sweeney 0-1 each. Brickeys: Michael O’Dwyer; Darragh O’Grady, Micheal Barry, Carthach Barry; Cathal Curran, Shane Nugent, Ryan O’Neill; Cormac Curran, Martin Houlihan; Conor Morrissey, Cormac O’Grady, Jamie Kiely; Noah Whelan, Laurence Houlihan, Cian O’Halloran. Subs: Stephen Ahearne (34), Kevin McCarthy (36), Maurice Daly(52), William Barron (57). Stradbally: Ger Crowley; Jack Navin, Andrew Kirwan, Ciaran Cusack; Cathal Cusack, Jack Mullaney, Darren McGukian; Daniel Weldon, Eoin O’Brien; Robert Finn, Micheal Sweeney, Thomas Shaw Hamilton; Philip Curran, Paul Tobin, Stephen Keane, Subs: Michael Ahearne (39), Alex Pollox (56). Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

GAA

Gaelic Jottings County U-21 Football Finals FRAHER Field will host the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County U-21 football championship finals as a double bill on this Friday evening, i.e. April 3rd. The opening game at 7 p.m. will be the (B) decider in which Brickey Rangers and St. Mary’s will be in opposition. On Friday night last, Brickeys had a 2-10 to 1-7 win over Stradbally in the Western final. The winners led by 1-10 to 0-1 at half-time before the Reds cut the deficit to a goal, 1-10 to 1-7 before Brickeys had their only score of the second half, a late goal to secure victory. The (A) final will see Ballinacourty and Rathgormack renew rivalary. ‘Courty won the West final on Friday night last with a 1-12 to 0-13 win over holders St. Olivers. In a game that ebbed and flowed the winner held a slender one point half-time lead, 0-7 to 0-6. Olivers looked to have done enough to retain their title when they led by 0-13 to 0-12, a dangerous lead in any game. Throw-in for the (A) final is at 8.30 p.m. Admission will be €8 with €5 concession. Should be a good night’s football at the Shandon Road venue.

No joy for St. Declan’s ST. DECLAN’S College, Kilmacthomas lost out in their bid to be crowned AllIreland (C) senior hurling champions on Saturday last. The Waterford College went down on a 1-13 to 0-11 scoreline to Cistercian College, Roscrea at Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow. Declan’s made the better start racing into a 6 point lead after only eleven minutes of play, admittingly assisted by a strong wind. St. Declan’s deservingly led by 0-11 to 0-4 at the interval. Kilmacthomas were not to score in the second period with Roscrea hitting 1-9 without reply to lift the title. Roscrea included three members of the team that won the Leinster Colleges Senior Rugby Cup on St. Patrick’s Day in their starting XV on Saturday last. Disappointment for St. Declan’s at the

Launch of the Deise Day at Punchestown Sweepstake Draw; Pictured at the launch at the Al Eile Stud Farm are (L-R): Pat Sullivan, Waterford Ladies Football Manager; Michael O'Halloran, Waterford Footballer; Lisa Cronin, Treasurer Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football; Pat Grant, Assistant Secretary Waterford County Board; Crohan McGregor, Chairman Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football County Board; Sean Michael O'Regan, Vice Chairman Waterford County Board; Edel Curry, Secretary Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Board, and Christy Sheehan, Al Eile Stud Farm. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

end of a great championship campaign which saw them crowned Munster champions and deservingly so. Well done to the players and the management team of Shane Briggs, Brian Murray and Michael Walsh and all involved on a great year.

Sargent Cup THE big winners in Round 1 of the Sargent Cup County Senior Hurling League were newly promoted Cappoquin who had a 1-19 to 1-14 win over Tallow. Passage and Ballygunner were also winners in Group 1 with victories over Roanmore and De La Salle respectively. In Group 2, Ballyduff scored an impressive 30 points in their game with Lismore on Friday night. Fourmilewater had 2 points to spare over Mt. Sion at Carriganore while Dungarvan had 10 points to spare over their neighbours and arch rivals Abbeyside at the Burgery

on Sunday. Results Group 1 - Cappoquin 1-19; Tallow 1-14. Passage 4-14; Roanmore 1-13. Ballygunner 1-18; De La Salle 1-16. Group 2 - Ballyduff 2-30; Lismore 2-9. Dungarvan 1-21; Abbeyside 1-11. Fourmilewater 0-20; Mt. Sion 1-15. Round 2 of games will take place on the weekend of April 26th. The fixtures are: Group 1 - Tallow v. Ballygunner; Cappoquin v. Roanmore; Passage v. De La Salle. Group 2 - Ballyduff v. Abbeyside; Fourmilewater v. Dungarvan and Mt. Sion v. Lismore.

Scór Sinsir WATERFORD had a double representation at the Munster Scór Sinsir finals at the Eire Óg GAA Club Pavilion in Ovens, Co. Cork on Saturday night last. The Sliabh gCua club was the

Deise standard bearers in the figure set dancing competitions. Both groups gave wonderful performances on the night and were most unlucky not to have been crowned champions in both. Overall, it was a good Provincial final despite the poor standard in most of the county finals where participation was very poor numbers wise. Scór Sinsir is at a crossroads and has been for some time and it’s future is a cause for concern. The lack of interest in clubs is a serious concern and has to be addressed.

Minor Football Championship NIRE clubman Dylan Guiry had been named as captain of the Waterford minor football team for the 2015 Munster MFC campaign. The vice-captain will be Conor Murray from Rathgormack. The minor footballers will play Tipperary in the opening game of the championship on Wednesday, April 15th in Thurles.

West Hurling League THE opening round saw three games played in the Divisional hurling league on Sunday last. Results - Brickey Rangers 0-14; Ballysaggart 0-14. Shamrocks 1-20; Colligan 0-8. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; Tourin 1-11.

Phelan Cup SFL

AIB, proud sponsors of the GAA and Camogie Club Championships “the toughest of them all,” present training equipment to representatives from the 2014 AIB WATERFORD club football, hurling and camogie champions. Pictured left to right are: Stephen Frampton (AIB Champion, Waterford), Thomas Guiry (The Nire, Senior Football Champions), Katie Barry (Modeligo, Junior Hurling Champions), Paddy Joe Ryan (Waterford County Board Chairman), Brendan Mooney (Kill, Junior Football champions), Gerry Cullinan (Ballygunner, Senior Hurling Champions) and Karl O'Doherty (AIB Branch Manager, Dungarvan). [Patrick Bolger]

THE fourth round of games in the Phelan Cup county senior football league will be played on this Friday, April 3rd with games throwing in at 7 p.m. The fixtures are: Group 1 - Kilrossanty v. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg; Ardmore v. An Rinn. Group 2 - Nire v. St. Saviours and Gaultier v. De La Salle. The Stradbally v. Rathgormack and Brickey Rangers v. Ballinacourty games will take place on Monday, April 6th at 3 p.m.

Eastern Board Results LAST weekend saw the commencement of the Eastern Divisional Board Intermediate and Junior Football championships. Results Intermediate - Dunhill 1-7; Kill 0-6. John Mitchells 1-11; St. Mollerans 0-7. Bunmahon 3-16; Kilmacthomas 1-2; Portlaw 4-15. Mt. Sion 1-3. Portlaw 4-15; Mt. Sion 1-3. Junior - Roanmore 5-7; Kilmacthomas 0-2.

Scór na Seachtaine CONOR Prunty’s goal in the 62nd minute of the Western ‘A’ Under 21 Football final against St. Olivers at the Fraher Field last Friday evening to win the title on a 1-11 to 0-13 scoreline.

Season Ticket Activation THERE will be only season ticket activation at Fraher Field on Saturday this coming weekend. It will take place from 10.30 a.m. until 1.30 p.m. Season tickets which can be purchased on the day or at Ger Wyley Sports Shop, Dungarvan entitles the holder to free admission to all Divisional and County Board fixtures for 2015. Saturday will be the last day of activation of tickets in Fraher Field. So anyone who wishes to renew or purchase should attend on Saturday.

Sympahy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Kiely families in Dungarvan and in Abbeyside on the regretted death of Jamie Kiely last week.

Masita All-Ireland ‘C’ Senior Hurlng Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

St. Declan’s lose out in second half Cistercian College, Roscrea ………………1-13; St. Declan’s, Kilmacthomas ………………………… 0-11. MUNSTER champions St. Declans, Kilmacthomas were always going to find it difficult to win this All Ireland Colleges Final against a Roscrea side that hails from a boarding school and had representatives of seven different counties on its panel. The school won the Leinster Senior ‘A’ Rugby Final by 18 pts to 11 pts against Belvedere College the previous weekend, which gives an indication of the level of sporting talent that is available to this college, which is from Tipperary but competes in the Leinster Championships. Despite being matched against a college of this size, St. Declans still had the opportunity to win this final, which was played at Netwatch Cullen Park last Saturday afternoon in front of a good sized attendance. They led by 0-11 to 0-4 at the short whistle after playing with the gale force wind and their advantage could have

been even more but for a tally of seven wides. Again in the second half, Declans spurned three good goal scoring opportunities, which came back to haunt them and once Roscrea shot into the lead for the first time in the 49th minute, there was only going to be one winner here. Roscrea elected to play against the elements and, as expected, it was St. Declans who had the better of the first half exchanges. Their place ball player Jamie Murphy was called on three times in the first eight minutes and his accuracy gave St. Declans a 0-3 to 0-0 lead. Midfielder Cormac Dunphy struck his team’s first point from play also in the eight minute and this lead was increased to 06 with further scores from Craig Fraher and a further free by Jamie Murphy. Trailing by 0-6 to 0-0, Roscrea came into the game with three consecutive white flags between the 16th and the 20th minute via full forward Alan Tynan, 0-2 (1f) and Ross Lennon and these were

vital scores for the winners as they kept them someway in touch at the end of the first half. Following a good run from midfield, Eoghan Casey had his goal effort saved by Michael Milne but St. Declans regained their scoring initiative with a further 0-5 before the break from Jamie Murphy. 0-3 (2f), Cormac Dunphy and John Kennedy from a Ciaran Kirwan pass. Roscrea centre forward, Jack Canning, Portumna, a nephew of Joe, struck a 30th minute ‘65’ to leave 0-7 the difference between the teams at the short whistle. All questions on the effect of the wind on the game were soon answered on the restart when Roscrea took over on the scoreboard in a half that Saint Declans didn’t register either colour of flag. Two splendid scores by Martin Phelan and Jack Canning from near the sideline on opposite sides of the field started Rosrea’s comeback and when full forward Alan Tynan goaled in the 35th minute from a long delivery to

Kelly Family from Portlaw supporting St. Declan’s in the Masita GAA All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Michael Cusack Cup SH C Final. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Roisin Power, Tina O'Brien and Zita-Mai Hahesy supporting St. Declan’s in the Masita GAA All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Michael Cusack Cup SH C Final. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] leave the scoreboard reading 0-11 to 1-6, the game’s momentum had swung away from the Munster champions. Jack Canning reduced the deficit to the minimum in the 36th minute and St. Declans had the opportunity to halt Roscrea in their tracks but Craig Fraher’s goal attempt from a John Kennedy pass went wide of the posts in the 40th minute. Substitute Daniel Treacy levelled the game in the 43rd minute and, following a further missed goal attempt by St. Declans by Ciaran Kirwan after good play by Cormac Dunphy in the 44th minute, one felt that it was just not going to be the Kilmacthomas school’s day. The teams were level for five minutes until an Alan Tynan pointed free gave the winners the lead for the first occasion in the 49th minute and further points by Jack Canning (f) and Martin Phelan put some daylight between the teams at 1-11 to

0-11. Roscrea had the sliotar in the net in the 57th minute but it was disallowed for a square ball but sub Finbarr Crowley struck an assurance point in the 58th minute to leave, at the minimum, two scores between the teams. Credit St. Declans, they had much more of the play against the wind than their opponents but they just could not register any scores and in the 59th minute sub Kevin Cheasy had his team’s third goal scoring attempt in the second half blocked down in front of the posts. The last puck of the game saw Alan Tynan strike his fourth score as Roscrea celebrated a unique rugby/hurling double in the space of seven days. St. Declans will be disappointed with their second half performance but overall, in time, they will look back on a very successful year which brought a Munster title to the

mid County school. As in all of their games, the hurling they produced was a grade if not two above the ‘C’ competition and credit all of the players and their team mentors for this. Roscrea’s Top Three: Alan Tynan, Ben Hyland, Martin Phelan. St. Declan’s Top Three: Cormac Dunphy, Calum Lyons, Jamie Murphy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Alan Tynan. Number of Scorers: Roscrea: 6. St. Declan’s: 4. Scores from Play: Roscrea: 1-8. St Declan’s: 0-5. Frees For: Roscrea: 6. St. Declan’s : 15. Wides: Roscrea: 10. St Declan’s: 13. Score of the Match: Alan Tynan’s 35th minute goal. Scorers: Roscrea: Alan Tynan 1-4 (2f), Jack Canning 0-4 (2f, 1’65’), Martin Phelan 0-2, Ross Lennon, Daniel Treacy and Finbarr Crowley

St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas who lost to Cistercian College Roscrea in the Masita GAA All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Michael Cusack Cup SH C Final in Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow.

0-1 each. St. Declan’s: Jamie Murphy 0-7, (5f,1’65’), Cormac Dunphy 0-2, Craig Fraher and John Kennedy 0-1 each. Roscrea: Michael Milne; John Cummins, Aaron Browne, Colm Kinsella; Rody Ryan, Ben Hylan, Simon Meagher; Martin Phelan, Liam Quigley; Ross Lennon, Jack Canning, Padraig Smyth; Joey Kavanagh, Alan Tynan, Ross Lennon. Subs: Daniel Treacy (38), Finbarr Crowley (51), Anthony Hartnett (53). St. Declan’s: Ryan Murray; Noah O’Brien, Craig Tyrell, Billy Power; Dylan Reade, Callum Lyons, Conor Dalton; Cormac Dunphy, Eoghan Casey; Jake Scanon, Ciaran Kiran, Jamie Murphy; Craig Fraher, John Kennedy, Eoin Bray. Subs: Kevin Cheasty (48), Ross Coffey O’Shea (52). Referee: Patrick Murphy (Carlow).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

CAMOGIE

Members and Mentors of the Waterford Minor Camogie Team, All-Ireland Champions 2014 with special Guest, Michael Duignan and Chairperson Co. Camogie Board, Ita Murphy at the Waterford Camogie Victory Celebration Dinner Dance in the Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Members and Mentors of the Waterford U16 Camogie Team, All Ireland Champions 2014 with special Guest, Michael Duignan at the Waterford Camogie Victory Celebration Dinner Dance in the Park Hotel.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Waterford County Camogie hosts victory Celebration Night WATERFORD Camogie hosted a Victory Celebration last Saturday Night in The Park Hotel to recognise the achievements of Waterford Camogie in 2014. Guest speaker Michael Duignan spoke of the importance of club, commitment and ambition in order to achieve success and presented all the players from the vic-

torious U16 and Minor All Ireland winners with their respective medals. WLRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kevin Casey was MC for the night and spoke highly of the achievements of the players in 2014 and the potential for Waterford Camogie in the coming years if their current crop of players remained as committed as they are now.

There were a number of special recognition awards: Player of the Year: Patricia Jackman Achievements throughout 2014: Nominated Player of the Decade 5th All-Ireland Poc Fada Ashbourne Cup Winner Ahsbourne Cup Player of the

Tournament Ashbourne All Star Young Player of the Year: Beth Carton Beth Carton is currently on both the minor and the Intermediate panel. Beth received both player of the match in the All Ireland Under 16 and Minor Finals. Scoring

2-10 in the under 16 final and 3-01 in the minor final. This year Beth has added greatly to the intermediate tea am. Beth has yet to make her senior club debut. Beth at club level has won under 12 , under 14, under 16 A county titles. Volunteer of the Year Award: Sean Fleming.

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

SARGENT CUP COUNTY/ SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE

Winning start for intermediate champions GROUP 1 Cappoquin …………...1-19; Tallow …………………1-14. LAST year’s Munster Intermediate hurling champions made a winning debut in senior hurling ranks with a well deserved 0-5 win against near neighbours Tallow in Tallow last Sunday morning. There was the minimum between the teams at the short whistle with Cappoquin ahead by 0-11 to 1-7 and the cornerstone club won the second period by 1-8 to 0-7 to record a good and confidence boosting first Senior game.

Bunscoil Bothar Na Naomh, Lismore, winners of the Western Cumann Na mBunscol Allianz Mini 7s Camogie final. They beat Garranbane in the final in Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

MINOR A CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP

Waterford face Dublin in final game of the All-Ireland Series THROW-IN SATURDAY AT 14.30 IN CARRIGANORE WATERFORD’S Minor Camogie team will contest their final game of the AllIreland series on Saturday when they play host to Dublin. This season marked the first occasion in which Waterford competed in the A division at Minor level in the All-Ireland championship following wins at U-16B and Minor B level in 2014. Although this was a big stepup in standard, the team have more than displayed their capabilities and have shown continual growth throughout the course of the championship. In the opening encounters, Waterford were defeated by Offaly and Galway by seven and nine points respectively, but their best performance of the championship undoubtedly came in their most recent game against reigning champions Limerick. Waterford led for considerable periods of this game but a late burst from the Shannonsiders saw them take the honours in a freeflowing shootout, 1-21 to 4-8. One noted feature of the performance against Limerick was the speed and skill of the Waterford team, with the open expanses of Carriganore allowing the players to flourish. Waterford will be extremely wary of the Dublin challenge on Saturday, with the Liffeysider’s victory over Galway last weekend propelling them back into contention in the group. At the back, Waterford will again look for big performances from Róisín Cahillane and Iona Heffernan in the spine of the defence and goalkeeper Brianna O’Regan will play a key role with her long puckouts and tactical nous. I lár na páirce, another action-packed performance

will be required from the Brickey Rangers duo of Caoimhe McGrath and Megan Dunford. Both have been in outstanding form this season and their ability to convert defence into attack will be key to the Waterford chances. In Beth Carton, Waterford have one of the outstanding performers in this year’s championship, but four different goalscorers in the most recent game is indicative of the strength of this Waterford team. Dawn Power, Aisling Power and Kate McMahon have been in fine form of late and will once again look to be among the leading threats in the attacking division. With home advantage, all camogie supporters are encouraged to get to Carraiganore at 14.30 on Saturday to get behind the team as they aim to finish their season on a high and create a little bit of history. NATIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 2 WATERFORD FACE DOWN HOPING TO SECURE A WIN TO GET TOP SPOT IN THE GROUP The Intermediate side face the prospect of a long trip to Ulster on Saturday as they take on Down in their final game of the National League group stages. With four wins from four, Waterford are already assured of their semifinal spot but will need to secure victory to guarantee top-spot in the group. The sides have not clashed since 2011 and Down will be buoyed by their victory at Junior level last season, which sees them step up to the Intermediate ranks in the championship this summer. Down reached the National League Division 2 Final last season and have probably been the unlucky team of this year’s league, going down by two points to

Cork and Meath when victory in those games could have left them in the hunt this weekend. In contrast to Down, Waterford secured narrow victories over Cork and Meath which points to a tight encounter on Sunday. As a result, Waterford will know that they will have to be at the top of their game to achieve success on Sunday. Although Waterford came into this season with a host of new faces, the squad have adapted to the change in personnel and posted a quartet of impressive victories. In victory over Kilkenny, the half-back line on that occasion of Clare Murphy, Jennie Simpson and Jenny McCarthy laid the foundations for victory and this line will look to springboard Waterford onto the attack against Down. Indeed the entire defensive unit will face a stern test as Catherine McGourty, Sara-Louise Carr and the speedy Niamh Mallon are forwards of the highest calibre in the game. Fionnuala Carr will be a key figure in the Down side and her ability to read the game and distribute long deliveries to the Down forward-line is something that Waterford will have to be wary of however one would hope that the dominance, work rate and contribution of Patricia Jackman will more than offset the influence of Carr. Offensively, the experience of Niamh Rockett, Valerie O’Brien and Nicola Morrissey will be key as the team look to maintain their unbeaten run. This game marks the beginning of a busy 14-days for team, as they build towards the Munster Senior Championship clash with Clare (April 11th) and the National League Division 2 Semi-Final (April 19th). As

outlined, victory in Down will secure top-spot in the group and the team will be looking to continue their development in search of a win this weekend. CAMOGIE BLITZ RAISES €2,763 FOR ONCOLOGY UNIT IN WRH When 10 year old Alannah O’Sullivan decided that she wanted to raise funds for the patients of the Oncology Unit in WRH in the hope of ‘making a difference’ little did she know how much support the initiative would receive. Under the watchful eye and guidance of Waterford’s Camogie Star, Patricia Jackman, Alannah managed to arrange a Camogie Blitz to raise funds for this extremely worthy cause. What began as a very small affair quickly gathered momentum and teams travelled from Laois, Kilkenny, Wexford alongside Gailltirs homeside, St Anne’s and Portlaw all anxious to support this wonderful cause. Dr. Paula Calvert, WRH Oncologist kindly arrived to support the event and to meet the organiser-in-Chief – Alannah - to see for herself what the afternoon’s entertainment was all about. The children’s motto became ‘it’s good to give’ and it was quite an emotive scene to see the children produce their own sign the words clearly printed onto it . The event was also support by Waterford Camogie and County Board Chairperson, Ita Murphy, attending the event and described the proceedings as “an event that can only be described as a fantastic afternoon of camogie, goodwill, community spirit and kindness and I am delighted to see Camogie in Waterford supporting this important charity, fantastic achievement by Alannah and Trish”. #itsgoodtogive

Cappoquin: Donal O’Rourke; Kevin Looby, Colm Looby, Pat Morrissey; Timmy Looby, Pat Greene; David Cahillane, Keith Landers; Shane O’Rourke, Paul Murray, P. J. Curran; Shane Coughlan, Evan McGrath, Killian O’Sullivan. Subs: Maurice Noonan, Damien McCarthy, Colin Landers. Tallow: Thomas Ryan; Jack Tobin, David O’Brien, Terence McSweeney; Paul O’Brien, Aidan Kearney, Jake Neville; Rob O’Sullivan, Bob McCarthy; William Henley, Brian McCarthy, Ryan Grey; Joey Power, Evan Sheehan, Kevin Henley. Sub: Stuart Barry.

Other Results: Ballygunner 1-18; De La Salle 1-16 Passage 4-14; Roanmore 1-13.

GROUP 2 DUNGARVAN WINS LOW KEY DERBY Dungarvan …………1-20; Abbeyside ………… 1-12. Played at the Burgery grounds last Sunday morning, this wasn’t the traditional local derby game with both clubs missing a good number of regulars and the very strong cross wind preventing any good standard of play. Eoin Kiely for Abbeyside and Gavin Power for the Blues raised the white flags and the scoring tally of Patrick Curran, 0-8 (5f) and Gavin Crotty, 0-5 (2f) went a long way to ensuring tthe two league points on offer for the visiting team. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; John Havens, Conor Sheridan, Luke Egan; Sean Ryan, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran 0-2, Kieran Power 0-1; Michael Kiely, Colm Curran 0-2, Gavin Power 1-0; Trevor Crotty 01, Patrick Curran 0-8, Gavin Crotty 0-5. Subs: John Curran, Aidan Kirwan 0-1. Abbeyside: Gavin Breen; Eoin Bergin, Sean O’Hare, Maurice Power; Colm Kindregan, Evan Collins, Shane O’Donovan; Tiernan Murray, David Collins 0-2 (1f); Mark Gorman 0-2, Mark Fives 0-1, Eoin Enright; Stephen Cliffe 0-2f, Gary Hurney 0-2, Eoin Kiely 1-1, Subs: Jack Duggan 0-1, Mikey Coleman. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

BIG WIN FOR BALLYDUFF Ballyduff …………….. 2-30; Lismore ……………….. 2-8. THE home team ran up a big score against local rivals Lismore in this first round Sargent Cup game last Friday evening and all but 0-4 of it came from play. Kevin Casey was their top scorer with an impressive 1-13 behind his name while young Andrew Casey scored 0-7. Ray Barry scored 1-5 for Lismore ina game where the half time score read 1-11 to 2-5 in favour of the winners. Ballyduff: David Walsh; Denis McDonagh, Ger Feeney, Shane Hannon; Michael Kearney 1-0, Shane Kearney 0-1, Colm Horgan; Seamus Hannon, Jamie Hannon 0-1; Eoin Scanlon 0-2, Stephen Molumphy 0-3, Jamie Kearney 0-2; Kevin Casey 1-13, Tom Feeney 0-1, Andrew Casey 0-7. Lismore: Seanie Barry; Pat Hennessy, Stephen O’Keeffe, David Smyth; Aaron Whelan, Anthony McClone 1-0, Adam Flynn; Peter O’Keeffe, Brian Bennett; Daniel O’Keeffe, Ray Barry 1-5, Philip Bennett; David Prendergast 0-2, Jordan Shanahan, Ronan Landers 0-1. Subs: Evan Roche, Mark Roche. Referee: Thomas Walsh(Modeligo). Other Result: Fourmilewater 4-20; Mount Sion 1-15.

Fraher Field fixtures Friday, 3rd April U-21 “B” Football County Final at 7.00 p.m. Brickeys V St. Mary’s. U-21 “A” Football at 8.30

p.m. Ballinacourty V Rathgormack. Tuesday, 31st March, Wednesday, 1st April and Thursday, 2nd April

U-13 and U-14 Easter Hurling and Football Camp from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. each day. Cost €20 per child.

Western Board GAA Results RESULTS Kearney Catering U-21 A Football Final: Ballinacourty 1-12; St Olivers 0-13 Albert McGrath Newagents U-21 B Football Final:

Brickey Rangers 2-10; Stradbally 1-7 Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: Shamrocks 1-20; Colligan 0-8 Geraldines W/Over Ballinameela SCR Brickey Rangers 0-14 Ballysaggart 0-14 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; Tourin 1-11

Waterford GAA Results The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 1: Shamrocks 1-20; Colligan 0-8 Geraldines W/O Ballinameela The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 2: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-9; Tourin Ballinwillin 1-11 Phelan Cup County Football League Group 1: Kilrossanty 3-11; An Rinn 0-10 Sargent Cup County Hurling League Group 1: Ballygunner 1-18; De La Salle 1-16 Passage 4-14; Roanmore 1-13 Cappoquin 1-19; Tallow 1-14 Sargent Cup County Hurling League Group 2: Fourmilewater 0-20; Mt. Sion 1-15 Ballyduff Upper 2-30; Lismore 2-9 Dungarvan 1-21; Abbeyside 1-11 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Group 1: Portlaw 4-15; Mt. Sion 1-3 Bunmahon 3-16; Kilmacthomas 1-2 Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Group 2: John Mitchel's 1-11; St Molleran's 0-7 Dunhill 1-7; Kill 0-8 John J. Murphy Eastern Junior Football Championship: Roanmore 5-7l Kilmacthomas 0-2 Bunmahon W/O Naomh Pól Ferrybank 2-4; De La Salle 0-7 Kill W/O Portlaw Tony Kirwan Plant Hire East Under 21 A Football Championship: Rathgormack 1-19 Gaultier 1-8 County U-16 Gaelic Football Division 1

Waterford Credit Unions: Ballinacourty 2-10; De La Salle 2-6 Dungarvan 3-8; Naomh Brid 0-8 County U16 Gaelic Football Division 2 Waterford Credit Unions: Tramore 6-12; Kilrossanty 1-6 Brickey Rangers 6-11; Kilrossanty 0-6 An Ghaeltacht 7-13; Clan na nGael 2-0 Rathgormack 4-14; Portlaw 0-2 Ardmore 8-5; The Nire 1-6 County U-16 Gaelic Football Division 3 Waterford Credit Unions: Scared Heart W/O Affane Kilmacthomas 3-12; Ballyduff Upper 4-2 St. Saviours 3-9; St. Mary's Juvenile 1-3 Stradbally W/O St. Molleran's East U13 Gaelic Football Division 1 & 2 Group 1: Gaultier W/O Roanmore De La Salle 7-11; Portlaw 5-4 East U-13 Gaelic Football Division 1 & 2 Group 2: Tramore 6-15; Rathgormack 0-2 St. Mary's Juvenile 0-3; Ferrybank 0-3 East U-13 Gaelic Football Division 3: Kilmacthomas W/O Scared Heart Albert McGrath Western U-21 B Football Championship Knockout: Brickey Rangers 2-10; Stradbally 1-7 Western U-21 A Football Championship Knockout: Ballinacourty 1-12; St Oliver's 0-13 West U-14 Gaelic Football Division 3: Stradbally 7-16; Naomh Brid 1-7

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Scéalta na Seachtaine Seo Under 21 football finals this Friday evening FOLLOWING last weekend’s Western and Eastern Under 21 Football Finals in both divisions, the path is now clear for the County Finals which will be staged as a double header at the Fraher Field this Good Friday evening April 3rd. Brickey’s and St. Mary’s meet in the ‘B’’ Final at 7 pm with the Eastern team hoping to make amends for last year’s narrow defeat to Ardmore in Dunhill. They enjoyed a big win in the Eastern Final on a scoreline of 5-11 to 1-17 against Kilmacthomas. The Brickeys looked awesome in the first half of the Western final against Stradbally and if they can

repeat that form for a full hour, they will be in with a shout of winning the first County title up for grabs in 2015. Following last year’s defeat, St. Mary’s have that extra motivation to succeed here and they are also in this final with a great chance of annexing the title. The A’ Final will be another intriguing encounter with Rathgormack, despite Ballinacourty’s young team heroics to date, fancied to win a title that they narrowly failed to claim against St. Oliver’s in Dunhill in 2014. Rathgormack have been nothing but impressive in the Eastern campaign with wins over De La Salle by 4-

14 to 0-5 and in last weekend’s final against Gaultier by 1-19 to 1-8. The won the minor title three years ago and they possess a large handful of players that wrere involved with the County team this year. However, Ballinacourty are in this final on merit alone with following good wins against Comeragh Gaels and the reigning County champions, St. Olivers and they haven’t learned the meaning of the word defeat. They are a young team punching above their weight and at this stage of their development, they may find this final a bridge too far. However, right them off at your peril.

9 ALLIANZ N.F.L. DIV. 4

London snatch draw in dying seconds at Ruislip London ………………...5-6; Waterford …………….2-15. THIS game was played in what could best be described as horrendous conditions in Ruislip on Sunday where Waterford were denied what would have been a deserved second league win by a last second fisted goal from Lorcan Mulvey, his third of the half, that earned his side a first point of the current campaign. London continue to be something of a bogey side for Waterford and certainly this is a game that should have been won. Waterford fielded without Liam Lawlor, Paul Whyte and Michael O’Halloran, who later came on as a substitute, all key players, and had the aid of the near gale force win in the first half. Despite getting off to a good start with a Joey

Final football game THE County footballers will end their league campaign this Saturday with an away game against Leitrim. Tom McGlinchey’s charges were very unlucky not to come away from London with their second league win last weekend in a game that finished level on a bizarre scoreline of London 5-6; Waterford 2-15. Leitrim are currently above Waterford on

the league table but this could have been much different but for three agonising 0-2 defeats against Carlow, Longford, who currently head the Division 4 table and Antrim. In the corresponding game at the Fraher Field last year, Waterford halted a high flying Leitrim side in their tracks and hopefully, they can make it consecutive wins this weekend.

The effects of concussion A CONCUSSION is a type of traumatic head injury that alters the way the brain functions. Effects are normally temporary but symptoms can include headaches, loss of concentration and impact on memory, balance and co-ordination. Usually, concussions are caused by a blow to the head but can also happen if the body and head are violently shaken. While these injuries can cause a loss of consciousness, most do not. Some will forget what happened before the injury but many others won’t. Because of this, concussion

can be difficult to spot. Every concussion injures the brain to some extent and to heal properly, the injury requires both time and rest. Although, they are considered to be the least harmful of traumatic brain injuries, they have been known to lead to long lasting problems with movement, learning and speech. After a concussion, the brain is more sensitive to damage, leading to the current debate over the treatment of players, who suffer the injury on field and how they can be best protected.

Manchester United ban blades ENGLISH soccer club Manchester United have banned their players from wearing the football boot featuring blades because of a belief that the underneath part of this type of footwear has a link with the dreaded cruciate ligament injury which deprives a player of activity for a year or more. The number of players in GAA suffering the cruciate injury is increasing weekly in a sport where the muscles around the knee

are not trained for the twisting and turning that is part and parcel of our games. A study in Fermanagh a few years ago revealed that eight players in that County who had suffered this injury were wearing blades. One way or another, proper exercise regimes need to be developed and implemented in an attempt to curb the amount of these horrendous injuries which are ultimately career threatening.

Heading to Nowlan Park ALL Waterford supporters will look forward to heading to Nowlan Park for the Allianz National Hurling Semi Final against All Ireland Finalists, Tipperary at 4 pm on Sunday, April 19th. The game is part of a double header with the first game at the venue, Dublin v Cork and it affords Derek McGrath’s charges another game against quality opposition before our championship outing against Cork.

Trips to Tipp OUR Minor hurlers will play Tipperary in the first round of the Munster championship in Thurles on Wednesday, April 8th and the following Wednesday the 15th, our footballers will make the trip there to play the Premier County in its football counterpart.

Veale point they failed to take advantage of the elements and were caught on the break by the home side who went in at half time in a very strong position, leading by 2-4 to 0-9. Waterford played much the better football in the second half though Mulvey hit an early goal for London. Waterford hit back with goals from the outstanding Patrick Hurney and Joey Veale to take the lead but a second goal, from a penalty, by Mulvey restored his side’s advantage. Waterford continued to impress with their short passing game and five points from Hurney turned the game around again. With the game going into two minutes of added time and Waterford hanging on to a three point

lead Thomas O’Gorman carried the ball out of defence deep into the London half to run down the clock but he lost possession and a booted clearance, carried by the breeze, found Mark Gottshe and he quickly lofted the ball onto the Waterford goalmouth where Mulvey rose high to fist to the net saving a point for his side. Overall, it was a much improved performance by Waterford who now travel to Leitrim to complete their league programme on Sunday next and with both teams out of the promotion race they will be seeking to finish their respective league campaigns on a high. Scorers – Waterford: Patrick Hurney 1- 8, Joey Veale 1-2, Mark Ferncombe 0-3, J. J. Hutchinson and Michael O’Halloran 0-1 each. London:

Lorcan Mulvey 3-0, Alan O’Hara 1-4, Padraig McGoldrick 1-0, Mark Gottsche and Brian Smith 0-1 each. Waterford: Sean Barron, Dean Crowley, Maurice O’Gorman, Tadhg O hUllachain, Ray O’Ceallaigh, Thomas O’Gorrman, Stephen Prendergast, Shane Briggs, Tommy Prendergast, J. J. Hutchinson, Michael Curry, Patrick Hurney, David Grey, Mark Ferncombe, Joey Veale. Subs: Michael O’Halloran for Curry; Conor Phelan for Grey; Jason Curry for Hutchinson. London: D. Traynor, D. McGreevey, P. Butler, P. Galvin, M. Carroll, T. Gaughan, D. McCarthy, D. Og Greene, S. Curran, P. McGoldrick, M. Gottsche, S. Conroy, A. O’Hara, L. Mulvey, B. Smith. Subs: P. O’Shea for Greene, C. Carty for Conroy, S. Finn for Smith, A. Moyles for O’Hara, S. Buckley for McGoldrick, S. Devine for McCarthy. Referee: N. Mooney (Cavan).

PHELAN CUP

David Power’s hat-trick leads Kilrossanty to victory Kilrossanty …………..3-11; An Rinn ………………0-10. PLAYED in Leamybrien last Monday week, a first half hat trick by wing forward David Power proved to be the difference between the teams in this well contested Phelan Cup game. Power struck for goals in a seven minute period between the 17th and the 24th minutes to give his team an 0-8 lead at the break on a scoreline of 3-5 to 0-6.

Both clubs fielded strong line outs here with the championship just around the corner with Tommy Prendergast, Paul Whyte and Joey Veale all getting on the scoresheet for the winners and Liam O Lonain, Tadhg O hUallachain, Fearghal O Cuirrin and Bili Breathnach doing likewise for An Rinn. Kilrossanty’s footballing fortunes may be heading upwards following recent per-

formances and the championship in a few weeks time will give us a better indication of this. Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne; Killian Whelan, Mark Predergast, Seamus Veale; Paul Keating, Stephen Prendergast, Barry Prendergast; Tommy Prendergast 0-1, Niall Walsh; Donal Fitzgerald, Owen Cummins 0-1, David Power 3-1; Paul Whyte 0-6 (3f), Willie Brazil, Joey Veale 0-1. Subs: Michael Walsh 0-1, Dale Power, James Whyte,

Bobby Power, Michael Hassett. An Rinn: Odhran O hUallachain; Lucas O Cuirrin, Deaglan O Hartaigh, Darach O Cathasaigh; Aaron O Crotaigh, Ray O Ceallaigh, Tadhg O hUallachain 0-2; Eoghan Breathnach, Cathal O Cuirrin; Liam O Lonain 0-1, Fearghal O Cuirrin, Bili Breathnach 0-6 (3f,1’45’); Paraic O Lonain, Donal O Murchadha, Fearghal O Ceallaigh 0-1, Fir Ionad: Shane O Ceallaigh. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE

Winning start for Clashmore Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; Tourin ……………….. 1-11. RELEGATED from the Intermediate grade in 2014, Clashmore made a winning return with a deserving 0-1 victory over Clashmore last Sunday morning. Tourin’s goal came with the last puck in a game where they trailed at half-time by 1-6 to 0-6.

Clashmore were best served by full forward Alan Seward, who scored 1-2 and Cillian O’Keeffe who recorded 0-5 (4f). Players to shine out for Tourin included Brendan Scanlon at centre back and Niall Fives. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Mark McGrath; Ciaran Bourke, Jason Seward, Paidi Nugent;

Philip Dee, Sean Bourke, Donie Scanlon; Adam Curley, Edmond O’Halloran; Cillian O’Keeffe, Gavin Dower, Paidi O’Rourke; Paul O’Connor, Alan Seward, Ronan Fitzgerald. Subs: James O’Leary, Sean O’Leary. Tourin: Colm Bennett; Shane Dunne, Brian Leahy, Jack Leahy; David O’Brien, Brendan Scanlon, Brian O’Donoghue; Dan Dransfield, Tom O’Brien; Daithi

Wilkinson, Niall Fives, Kevin Leahy; Ed Molumpy, Darragh Wilkinson, Sean Meagher. Subs : Niall Leahy, Cathal Wilkinson, Tom McGrath, Owen Leahy. Referee: Shane Reddy (Modeligo).

Other Results: Brickeys 0-14; Ballysaggart 0-14 Shamrocks 1-20; Colligan 0-8.

J. J. KAVANAGH MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Naomh Declain Thoir are back in contention Naomh Declain Thoir ..1-9; Dungarvan ……………1-5. THE Kilmacthomas / Ballyduff Lower group team are back in contention for a semi final place in Division 1 of the County Minor Football Championship after this deserving 0-4 win against Dungarvan away from home last Monday evening. Fifteen year old Cormac Casey was

the winners top scorer with 07 (5f) to his credit while a penalty goal by Alan Fitzsimmons on the call of half time gave his team a healthy 1-5 to 0-3 advantage. Dungarvan faired better in the second half which they won by 1-2 to 0-4 with wing back Mark Boland coming up the field to score a peach of a goal. Kealan Daly and

Stephen Donovan kicked a brace of points each for the home team but overall, Naomh Declan Thoir were the better of the two teams. Naomh Declain Thoir: Josh Moore; Ben Kennedy, Peter Gallagher, Jonathon Long; Ronan Dunphy, Dylan Reid, Reece Power; Cormac Dunphy 0-1, Kevin Cheasty 0-1; Ross Coffey O’Shea, Cormac Kiersey 0-7 (6f), Jake Power; Alan Fitzsimmons

1-0, Dan Cusack, Colm Dempsey. Sub: James Organ. Dungarvan: Mark Allen; John Curran, Shaun Murray, John Devine; Mark Boland 1-0, Peter Queally, Mick Devine 0-1, Jack Lacey, Aidan Kirwan; Gary Donnolly, Glen Waters, Kealan Daly 0-2; Luke O’Callaghan, Sean Crotty, Stephen Donovan 0-2. Subs: Conor Hayes, Conor Donovan. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Western Bord na nÓg

Paddy O’Grady Under 13 Western Football Championship (SPONSORED BY: CATHAL WALL) THE 2nd round of matches in the Divisional U-13 Football Championship took place in windy weather conditions last Saturday afternoon (March 28th). The RESULTS from last Saturday afternoon’s action were as follows: Division 1, Round 2: Ballinacourty 5-16; Dungarvan 0-3, The Nire Vs. Kilrossanty, played on Monday night (30/3) in Ballymacarbry. Divisions 2 & 3, Round 2: An Ghaeltacht 4-14; Naomh Bríd 1-8. Cois Bhride 1-9; Stradbally 1-4. Brickey Rangers 5-5; St. Oliver’s 3-3. U-14 WESTERN FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP (SPONSORED BY LAWLORS HOTEL) This particular Championship continues this Easter Saturday evening (April 4th) with action throughout the three divisions, the FIXTURES are as follows: Division 1, Round 3: Ballinacourty Vs. Dungarvan at Abbeyside, Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Vs. An Ghaeltacht at Clashmore. Division 2, Round 3: The Nire Vs. Cois Bhride at Ballymacarbry, St. Oliver’s (Bye). Division 3, Round 3: Ballyduff Upper

Vs. Stradbally at Ballyduff Upper, Affane Vs. Naomh Bríd at Cappoquin. Please Note: All games throw-in at

6:30 pm, please see Waterford GAA web site or Bord na nÓg Portlairge Facebook page for any fixture changes.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 14th December, 2015 UNDER 21 (A) COUNTY HURLING FINAL

Gunners find target to collect third title

Referee Gavin Whelan with rival captains, Barry O'Brien (Stradbally) and Padraig Hynes (Cois Bhride) before the start of their U-13 Western football Championship match at Bushy Park. [Rory Wyley]

Ballygunner 1-14; Ballyduff Upper 0-8 BALLYGUNNER Under 21 hurlers overcame a very shaky start to come good in the second half of this well contested County Final, played at Walsh Park on Sunday afternoon last, to collect their third County title in this important grade and in the process completed a Senior Under-21 Championship double. Western Champions, Ballyduff, played with fine spirit throughout and staged a strong rally towards the end of normal time to reduce the leeway to just one score (0-11 to 0-8). However, in the five minutes of time added on, Ballygunner added 1-3 without reply to pull well clear. BALLYDUFF’S BRIGHT START Ballyduff, playing into the City goal, got off to a bright start, winning a 20 metre free when Shane Feeney was fouled - rather surprisingly they opted to go for a goal, with Wayne Power’s effort being easily saved. Tommy Power was off target at the other end from a free, with Jamie Kearney also driving wide from play. At this stage Ballyduff were playing some very good hurling with Adrian Power, Shane Feeney, Seamus Hannon, Seán Cunningham, Stephen Molumphy, Paul Hickey, Shane Kearney and especially Jamie Kearney and Pat Kearney excelling. The Eastern Champions then hit the front in time added-on as Shane O’Sullivan and Gearóid O’Connor pointed 0-6 to 0-4 at the break after Adrian Power had brought down a certain point. FIVE POINTS CLEAR On the turnover Ballyduff had Jamie Kearney at centrefield. Tommy Power pointed in the 31st minute (0-7 to 0-4). In the 37th minute Pa Kearney’s short free reached Paul Hickey, who placed Shane Kearney for a neat point (0-7 to 0-5). Shane Feeney came in for Gerry O’Donovan. Tommy

Power pointed a 39th minute free and added another from play in the 47th minute, with Damien Clifford also on target in the 49th minute (0-10 to 0-5). Pa Kearney (free) and Garry Molloy exchanged points (0-11 to 0-6) by the 52nd minute to, again, put the Gunners five points clear. Stephen Molumphy attempted to break through and was fouled and goalkeeper, Adrian Power, was called upfield to take the resultant 20 metre free but his strong shot was saved and cleared. Pa Kearney (free) 59th minute and Seán Cunningham (free) 60th minute were on target (0-11 to 0-8). The board was raised, showing that five additional minutes were to be played and in that period, Ballygunner’s greater experience told as they opened up the play as Tommy Power and Damien Clifford added points, before Gary Molloy drove a ground ball to the net in the 64th minute and Tommy Power pointed a free from the halfway line in the 65th minute (1-14 to 0-8). In fairness the final scoreline was not a fair reflection in respect of the great effort which Ballyduff put in here. For Ballygunner J. J. Hutchinson was a very safe keeper, with the Kearneys, Johnny and Michael excelling in the corner-back positions, while Paul Carroll was solid at fullback. Wayne Hutchinson, Paul Hogan and Donal Murphy all had their moments. Shane Walsh and Shane O’Sullivan hurled very well at centrefield, while Gearóid O’Connor, Tommy Power, Gary Molloy and Damien Clifford were best upfront. Scorers - Ballygunner:- T. Power 0-7; G. Molloy 1-1; S. O’Sullivan 0-2; G. O’Connor 0-2; D. Clifford 0-2. Ballyduff:- P. Kearney 0-5; J. Kearney, S. Kearney, S. Cunningham 0-1 each. Ballygunner:- J. J. Hutchinson, J. Kearney, P. Carroll, M. Kearney, P. Hogan, W. Hutchinson, D. Murphy, S. Walsh, N. Mullane, D. Clifford, S. O’Sullivan, G. Molloy, M. Power, R. Power, G. O’Connor. Sub.:- S. Power for M. Power. Ballyduff Upper:- A. Power, D. Twomey, S. Feeney, K. Moroney, S. Hannon, S. Cunningham, C. Hannon, S. Molumphy, G. O’Donovan, S. Hannon, P. Hickey, J. Kearney, S. Kearney, W. Power, P. Kearney. Sub.:- C. Feeney for O’Donovan. Referee:- P. Casey, Cappoquin.

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County Bord na nÓg Under 16 Football Championship (Sponsored by Combined Waterford City Credit Unions) WE’RE halfway through this year’s Championship across all three divisions and the latest round of games took place on Sunday morning last (March 29th). In Division 1, Dungarvan picked up their first win of the campaign, their ability to score goals proving crucial in a nine point win over a fancied Naomh Bríd side at the Modeligo venue. Elsewhere in the top tier action, Gaultier earned a hard fought win away to Clashmore / Kinsalebeg, while Ballinacourty returned to winning ways following a four point victory over De La Salle at the Gracedieu venue. In Division 2, all four games tended to be one-sided affairs as An Ghaeltacht, Brickey Rangers, Ardmore, and Rathgormack recorded comprehensive wins over Clan na Gael, Kilrossanty, The Nire, and Portlaw respectively. Division 3 saw two games go ahead; St. Saviour’s continued their impressive form with an impressive win over St. Mary’s, Naomh Deaglán Thoir emerged winners away to Ballyduff Upper in an exciting contest, while Stradbally received a walkover from St. Mollerans. The RESULTS from last Sunday morn-

ing (29/03) were as follows: Division 1, Round 3: Dungarvan 3-8 Naomh Bríd 08, Gaultier 2-7 Clashmore / Kinsalebeg 09, Ballinacourty 2-10 De La Salle 2-6. Division 2, Round 5: An Ghaeltacht 7-13 Clan na Gael 2-0, Brickey Rangers 6-11 Kilrossanty 0-6, Ardmore 8-5 The Nire 16, Rathgormack 4-14 Portlaw 0-2. Division 3, Round 5: Naomh Deaglán Thoir 3-12 Ballyduff Upper 4-2, St. Saviour’s 3-9 St. Mary’s 1-3, St. Molleran’s Vs. Stradbally – conceded by St. Molleran’s. ACTION CONTINUES THIS EVENING There’s action this evening (Wednesday April 1st) in Division’s 2 & 3 of the U-16 County hurling Championship, the FIXTURE list is as follows: Division 2, Round 6: St. Oliver’s Vs. Brickey Rangers at Ballinameela, Ref: T. O Cuirrín, Clan na Gael Vs. Kilrossanty at Dunhill, Ref: D. O’Leary, Rathgormack Vs. Ardmore at Rathgormack, Ref: R. Dunne, An Ghaeltacht Vs. Portlaw at Old Parish, Ref: T. Walsh, The Nire Vs. Tramore at Ballymacarbry, Ref: S. McCarthy. Division 3, Round 6: Sacred Heart Vs.

St. Molleran’s at Poleberry, Ref: C. Ahearne, Naomh Deaglán Thoir Vs. St. Saviour’s at Kilmacthomas, Ref: T. Dee, Stradbally Vs. Ballyduff Upper at Gold Coast Pitch (6:45), Ref: G. Whelan, St. Mary’s (Bye). Please Note: ALL games unless otherwise stated, throw-in at 6:30 pm. UNDER-14 FÉILE PEIL CO. CHAMPIONSHIP The County Bord na nÓg Féile Football competition commences on Monday evening next (that’s April 6th) with the “A” and “B” Quarter-Finals taking place. The FIXTURES are as follows: Feile “A” Quarter-Finals: Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Vs. Dungarvan at Clashmore, Ballinacourty Vs. Gaultier at Abbeyside. Feile “B” Quarter-Finals: Naomh Bríd Vs. Brickey Rangers at Modeligo. The semi-finals will take place on Saturday, April 11th with the County Finals down for decision on Saturday April 18th. For all the latest fixtures, results, and league tables please see the official Co. Board web site, www.waterfordgaa.ie also check out the Bord na nOg Portlairge Facebook page.

Teams of Times Gone By COUNTY JUNIOR HURLING FINALISTS Team: Ballysaggart. Year: 1970. Opposition: Clonea. Half-Time Score: Ballysaggart 2-5. Clonea 0-0. Full-Time Score: Clonea 2-7; Ballysaggart 2-6. Western Final: Ballysaggart 2-5; St. Mary’s, Touraneena 2-3. Jim O’Brien; P J Feeney, Pat Hegarty, John Veale; Michael Clancy, Willie Roche, Brian Shanahan; Tom Enright, Bobby Begley; John O’Gorman, Pat Veale, Jim Carey Ger Dempsey, Joe Fahy, Paddy Ger Feeney. Subs: Jim Quirke, Donal Kenneally, Donal Fennessy, Tom Walsh, Mossie McNamara.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last week’s forecasts: 18 Forecasts. 11 Correct. 7 Incorrect. Success Rate: 61.1%. Best to date: 88.8%. This Week’s Forecasts: Allianz NFL : Division 1: Mayo v (Donegal), Cork v (Derry), Dublin v (Monaghan), Kerry v (Tyrone). Allianz NFL Division 4: Leitrim v (Waterford). Under 21 ‘A’ Football County Final: Rathgormack v (Ballinacourty). Under 21 ‘B’ Football County Final: Brickey’s v (St. Mary’s) Phelan Cup: Ardmore v (An Rinn), Kilrossanty v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Stradbally v (Rathgormack), Gaultier v (De La Salle), Ballinacourty v (Brickey’s), Nire v (St. Saviour’s). Minor Football: Naomh Brid v (St. Saviours), Rathgormack v (An Ghaeltacht), Cois Bhride v (Brickeys), St. Oliver’s v (Ardmore), Ballyduff Upper v (Kilrossanty), Na Gaeil v (Ferrybank). To Date: 142 Forecasts. 96 Correct. 50 Incorrect. 6 Drawn. Success Rate: 67.6%.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Brickey Brickey Rangers Rangers LOTTO Last week’s lotto jackpot took place in the Tudor House with a jackpot of €3,100 where there was no winner. The €25 winners were Christina Tobin, Vinny O'Brien, Eddie O'Grady and John O'Brien. This week’s draw takes place in The Local with a jackpot of €3,250. DEISE DRAW We had a winner in the Deise Draw held in Stradbally on Friday night. Garvan O'Keeffe from Dublin won €1,500. YEARLY LOTTO Yearly Lotto ticket has now expired, tickets for the year cost €95 each, save the hassle of buying every week, this year we are actively trying to get all families to buy 1 yearly ticket where at all possible. Please contact any promoter if you would like to subscribe. MEMBERSHIP As you are all aware by now membership for 2015 season is now due. If you have not yet paid your dues, you can do so this Wednesday or Thursday evening in Bushy Park. Membership officers will be there from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m. You can also sign up for the yearly lotto ticket on either of the nights. For the juvenile members we will be in Bushy Park on Saturday, 4th April, from 11.00 a.m. to 12 noon to collect the remainder of memberships that are outstanding. Please note for this year no player will be considered for any teams unless membership is paid. JUVENILE NOTES UNDER 8 Under 8 training each Saturday from 10.30 a.m. until 12 noon. The boys and girls play both hurling and football at these sessions, remember bring a drink, a gumshield, wear shin guards and if you have a Hurley and helmet bring them along. Any parent who wishes to help just let one of the coaches know. TRAINING Under 10s continue their training sessions on Friday evenings, with the under 12s and 14 football continuing on both Monday and Friday evenings. Under 14 hurling will commence on Tuesdays at 7.00 p.m. FOOTBALL RESULTS The boys had another good weekend, on Saturday the under 13s played away to St. Oliver’s, the boys gave it their all and were very fortunate to come away with a well deserved win. The Under 16s with a few players missing lined out in very windy conditions, knowing it was to be a game of 2 sides, the boys totted up the scores in the first half and this was good enough to ensure that they had a good win over Kilrossanty. CAMOGIE NOTES Under 10 and Under 12 Camogie training each Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. for 1 hour. Under 14 and under 16 training has now moved outdoors. All players to be togged out and meet at the hurling wall at 6.15 p.m. on Tuesday evening. New players welcome, and any parent who wishes to give a hand even if it's just for 1 hour do let the coaches know. THANK YOU John Blackwell would like to thank all who supported his recent Lourdes fundraiser. It was much appreciated. SYMPATHY Sympathy of the club is extended to the Walsh families, Mount Odell, on the death of their aunt Eileen which occurred in London recently. May she rest in peace. Add to Brickey Rangers UNDER 10 FOOTBALL Our u-10 were involved in an enthralling encounter at Ballyduff last Saturday evening. The home side played with a strong breeze in the first half and had 2-02 on the board in the first few minutes. The introduction of Cormac Deevy to midfield combined with the energetic Sonny O’Donnell helped the Brickeys to settle. Despite having a number of attacks we failed to score despite the best efforts of Lee O’Donnell who is improving with every match. As the first half came to a close, Ballyduff got on top again and used their aerial advantage scoring 3 late goals to leave us trailing by a whopping 17 points at half time. In the second half, Sean Kearney was introduced into the full back line and won everything that came his way. The half-back line pairing of Daithi Colleran and Katelyn Gardener were simply outstanding throughout setting up numerous attacks. With Peter Cummins and Killian Ryan getting the better of exchanges at midfield, a comeback from the Brickey’s was on. Tom Gardener who was moved into the forward line got us off the mark with a goal in the 2nd minute. Another quickly followed this from Aaron Quinn. Peter chipped in with 3 more points from play, one from almost 50 yards out. Then we saw the goal of the match from Jamie Coonan, who rifled home from 35 yards, a goal Messi would have proud of. The point of the match quickly followed this from Killian Ryan who left 4 Ballyduff defenders in his wake as he flew in from midfield to land a beauty. After missing a few chances, it was left to the unstoppable Aaron Quinn who showed great courage to break tack-

les and blast to the net after a beautiful delivery from Sonny. Cormac who was reintroduced after a nasty head injury in the first half placed a perfect pass to Tom who buried another to put us in front for the first time in the match. Despite another excellent point from Tom (his second of the match), the home supporters became very animated when their youngsters grabbed a goal against the run of play. This gave Ballyduff some belief, but when the tigerish Daniel Coonan winning the next 2 balls, it was clear that this Brickey team weren’t going to undo all their hard work. Another Ballyduff attack saw a fantastic save from Gearoid Coffey who was excellent in goals, conceding only one score in the entire second half. His accurate delivery found Lee O’Donnell, who showed his soccer skills to find our target man Tom, who took on the Ballyduff defence to rifle another 3 pointer. Another goal quickly followed from the same man, to send the many Brickey supporters home happy in what was a wonderfully contested and sporting encounter with an excellent Ballyduff side.

Fourmilewater SENIOR HURLING Sargent Cup First Round: Fourmilewater 0-20; Mount Sion 1-15. Venue: Carriganore. Date: March 27th. 2015. Throw in: 8 p.m. Our Senior hurlers played their first competitive game of the year last night against Mount Sion in the Sargent Cup. The lads produced a really impressive and spirited performance to win by two points. Despite the concession of an early goal, the team showed tremendous character and fine hurling nuance to only trail by a point 1-8 to 0-10 at half-time. On what was a difficult night at times for hurling, the performance and intensity levels increased in the second half. A defiant defence coupled with some excellent point taking, ensured a winning start to the year. In fact the margin of victory could have been greater but for a great save by the Mount Sion keeper to deny Shane Walsh goal bound effort. Shane ended the match with an impressive 0-6 from play. In fact of the 20 points scored, 0-15 came from play. Well done to Benji, the management team and all the players. Team: KENNY BRAZIL; DERMOT RYAN, THOMAS O’GORMAN, SHANE LAWLOR; BRIAN WALL, DIARMUID WALL, CRAIG GUIRY; SEAMUS LAWLOR, SHANE WALSH; LIAM LAWLOR, MICHAEL O’GORMAN, SEAN RYAN; DIARMUID MURPHY, MICHAEL MOORE. SUB PHILLY McCARTHY FOR A CONDON (H/T).

SCORERS: L. LAWLOR (0-9 (4F 1X65), SHANE WALSH 0-6, MICHAEL GORMAN 0-2, CRAIG GUIRY 0-2, DIARMUID MURPHY 0-1. SENIOR HURLING CHALLENGE This Good Friday our Senior Hurlers travel to Ballydurn to play Passage in a challenge match. Throw in is at 7 p.m. BRAIN OF BALLYMACARBRY The annual Brain of Ballymacarbry table quiz in aid of our club funds takes place this Holy Thursday night (April 2nd) at 9 pm in Docceys bar. Table of four is €20 and there will, of course, be prizes on the night. We would ask that as many of you to try and come and support the quiz for what is a vital fundraiser for the club. Come and enjoy what is always a very enjoyable night. As always the Quizmaster is Michael Ryan. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The weekly lotto draw took place in Doocey's Bar last Saturday evening. No winner. Five €30 winners: Dolores P. Guiry, Nellie Moore, Myrtle Browne, Diarmuid Ryan, Patricia Ryan. Numbers Drawn: 9, 10, 30. Next week's jackpot 1200 WEEKLY LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Dooceys Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. 45 CARD RESULT Winners: Eddie & June Cooney. Mary Doyle & Eileen Kelly; Mary Ryan & Maurice Prendergast; Ben Culligan & Peg Fitzgerald. Lucky Tables: Con & Thomas O’Dwyer; Catherine Whelan & Helen Ryan. DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw took place last Friday, March 27th. There will be another 7 draws over the next 7 months. Every Months Draw includes. You can still enter for the remaining 7 Draws. 1st Prize €10,000; 2nd Prize €3,000; 3rd Prize €1,500; 4th to 11th Prize €200. Also, everyone who joins the Deise draw will receive a 15% discount when you spend €100 in Elverys Sportswear The voucher will be available on request from the club. Please remember that 70% of all money raised will be returned to the club. If interested please contact any member of the committee. DEISE DAY 2015 Tickets are now on sale for the Deise Day corporate event at Punchestown on Saturday, May 2nd. A table of 10 costs €1,500. The package includes free admission, a free race card, 4 course meal and live entertainment. Local band Newfoundland are lined up for the event.

Ballymacarbry, winners of the Western Cumann Na mBunscol Allianz Mini 7s football final. They beat Garranbane in the final in Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Proceeds to be split 50/50 between Waterford GAA and the Waterford Ladies development fund. If you are interested in coming along with a group of friends, work colleagues, family etc please contact any of the following Committee Members: Pat Grant 083 1056545, Crohan McGregor 086 0763918, Sean O'Regan 083 1019884, David Walsh 058 42786, Lisa Cronin 087 6210103, John Jackson 087 9833905 or Pat Sullivan 087 8533900. WEDDING BELLS Everyone at the club would like to send our best wishes to Alan Lawlor on the occasion of his marriage last Saturday to Sinead Crowther. All of us would like to wish them both every happiness in their life together. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES Kilnadeema/Letrim: The club would like to thank Kilnadeema/Leitrim club for travelling down from Galway last Sunday morning to play two games. They played St Mary's of Clonmel U-12s and our own U-10's. Despite the blustery conditions, everyone was treated to a fine game of Hurling. Thanks too to everyone who helped out this morning in the field and in the community centre afterwards. U-16 Football: Hard luck to our U-16's who lost out to Ardmore last Sunday. Next Sunday our minor footballers take on Ballinacourty at home. Support: We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. Training: U-12's: Our U-11/12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield. U-10/ U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening in the Milfield at 6 p.m. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursdays between 5 pm and 6 pm in the Community Centre €3. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the community centre €3. 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 teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in last Saturday's lotto draw were 3-11-24-28 and there was no winner. €20 winners were Una Geary, Crawford family, Aobhla Motherway, Patrick McGrath, Michael O'Keeffe. Next week's jackpot will be €5,850.

I.H. League, Shamrocks 1-20; Colligan 0-8 Our first league match of 2015 proved a successful one when we overcame a gallant Colligan side in Knockanore last Sunday. Conditions were difficult with a strong gale blowing down the field, and we made the best of the conditions in the first half with the wind to lead 1-12 to 0-3 at half-time. Colm Roche, Cathal Herlihy, Kelvyn O'Farrell, and Edward Lonergan were among the scorers with Colm getting the all-important goal. Facing the wind in the second half would tell if that lead was enough, and thankfully our lads upped their game in the second half and kept popping over points and outscored Colligan 8 points to 5, with Edward Hynes and Adam Crawford also getting on the scoresheet. Certainly there will be tougher tests ahead, but it was a good performance especially from our younger lads like Padraig Roche, Kelvyn O'Farrell, and Edward Hynes who are still minors. Panel: Ciarán O'Keeffe, Sean Murphy, John O'Donovan, Padraig Roche, Eoin Murphy, Tom O'Donovan, Brian Harnedy, Stephen Lucey, Edward Lonergan, Joe Leahy, Adam Crawford, Kelvyn O'Farrell, Cathal Herlihy, Colm Roche, Edward Hynes, Liam Murphy, Alan Kelly, Mike O'Neill, Edward O'Neill, Liam Hurley, James Walsh, Paddy Smith.

CORRECTION In last week's notes I mistakenly credited Paddy Smith with helping out the victorious Knockanore N.S. mini sevens team who won the County final. That should have been Tim Lenehan. Apologies for the mix-up Tim, and well done. FIXTURES Saturday, 11th April: Junior Football Premier, Shamrocks v Colligan Emmets, in Clashmore at 7.30 p.m. Saturday, 18th April: JFC Shamrocks v Tallow in Ballyduff at 7.30 p.m. DEISE INTO LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL It was hard to know if Waterford were that good or Galway that bad last Sunday, but Tipperary await the Deise in two week's time in the League semi-final. What can be said is that the Deise young guns are playing with a lot of confidence, and what a boost it would be if they could get to a first League final since 2007. SCOR NA bPÁISTÍ Congratulations and well done to all who competed in the final qualifying round of scor in Knockanore last Friday night. Another hugely successful night for Knockanore with the set dancers, ballad group and quiz team all securing their place in the County Final. The County Final of Scór takes place in Cappoquin on Saturday, April 11th, we now have 3 groups of set dancers, 2 ballad groups and 2 quiz teams representing the Shamrocks GAA Club and we wish them all the very best of luck.

John Mitchels Mitchells John INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played our first championship game on Thursday last against St. Mollerans. This game was played in Carriganore with conditions perfect. It was a very close game in the opening half until we found our range and kicked some great scores. A goal from Paudi Kirwan just before halftime sent us in 1-7 to 0-2 in front. A slow start to the second half let Mollerans gain momentum and reduce the deficit to four. But scores from Fergal Fogarty, Neil O’Connor and Richie Lacey rounded off a hard fought win 1-11 to 0-7. Well

done to Liam and the lads. CHAMPIONSHIP We play our next game this Saturday against Tramore. Please see elsewhere in paper for time and venue. UNDERAGE Our u10’s took part in a blitz in Carriganore Saturday morning. They played Kilmac, Ballinacourty and St. Pat’s. On a very windy morning the team played really well. Everyone got plenty of game time and went home happy. A big thank you to all the parents and grandparents that turned out to cheer on the kids. Training now returns to Thursday evenings at 6.30 p.m. Please come along as there will be games for every age group over the coming weeks. DEISE DRAW The first draw took place on Friday last. Unfortunately, we had no winner. There is still seven draws to go so hopefully someone will hit the big one. Thanks to everyone that supported this draw. We have some very loyal supporters that return year after year in support. It is much appreciated. LAST MAN STANDING There will be a round of games this weekend so don’t forget to send in your team. There are 37 competitors still in with a chance.

AnSean Sean Phobal An Phobal CHAMPIONSHIP “The cuckoo comes in April” as the old rhyme goes, and for the “Shocks” so too does the championship with a game against Má Dheilge fast approaching. Training needs to be stepped up in a big way. 2014 is now filed in history and 2015 is a whole new story. Nice to see some new lads joining the panel this year, namely, Nioclás Condúin, Aodán Mac Gearailt and Liam Ó Raghallaigh. We look forward to Seamus Ó Lonáin’s debut also. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Comhgáirdeachas leis na páistí go léir a glac páirt sa chomórtas seo le déanaí. Moladh fé Leith do na páistí a bhain ionad amach sa chraobh i gceann seachtaine. Tuilleadh fé seo an tseachtain seo chugainn. LOTTO As mentioned a few weeks ago, glad to report that Patcheen is back in business and on his rounds again. Nár laga Dia do lámh Patcheen. LOTTO RESULT: 2, 13, 16, 19. €15 each to: Sinead Power, Kieran O’Neill, John Keane, Pat Mcgrath WINNER ALRIGHT Comhgáirdeachas le Micheál Tóibín agus dea-scéal na seachtaine sa chumann. Yes, well done to Micheál on his big win in the Déise Draw€3000 is a nice little “calmán”. A timely reminder also that you can still join up for the remainder of the year for just €10.00. SUPPORTERS Many people remarked on the level of support we gathered at the tail-end of 2014. From the semi-final to the western final draw and replay onto the county final draw and replay the “lucht leanúna” really made their presence felt. It goes without saying that the team has to do the job on the field but how often have we heard teams say how the supporters were like an extra man when the crunch came. (Munster rugby for example). So how about coming along to the early rounds this year? More on this subject next week.

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Rathgormack TRAINING TIMES Training for u-21, Junior and Senior continues on Tuesday and Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. and at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. MEMBERSHIP Membership dues €60 for adult members. €30 for under 21s, €10 for under 18s and €30 for non-playing members. Payable to Michael Crotty ASAP or team managers. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE Our Seniors will play Stradbally in the 4th round of the league on Easter Monday in Kill at 3 p.m. U-21 EASTERN CHAMPIONS Our u-21s played Gaultier in the final of the U-21 Eastern Championship on Friday night last in Carrickbeg. We were slow to start in the first half but gained somewhat of a foothold on the game just before half-time leading 9 points to 7 heading into the break. After the turn around, we really took off and picked off some fine scores after some great play overall. Jason Gleeson bagged the goal to really kill of the game as a contest towards the end of the 60 minutes. Team captain Michael Curry was presented with the Eastern trophy and his brother, Jason was awarded Man of the Match. We now go on to face Ballinacourty this Friday, 3rd April at 8:30 p.m. in Fraher Field. We would urge all supporters to get to Fraher Field if possible on Friday night and shout on the lads as County Final appearances are hard to come by. Best of luck boys.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH’S PHARMACY, TALLOW THE LATE BILLY HENLEY RIP It was with great sadness that we received the news from across the Atlantic of the sad passing of former club player Billy Henley. Billy, who had been ill for some time, passed away last Saturday morning in the United States where he had been living for some years with his family. He served the club with distinction over a long period and the Henley family have made a huge contribution to the GAA over many years. His nephews and grandnephew continue the great tradition to this day lining out with Club and County. Billy played on the 1966 u-16 football team which won the County title, a seminal victory which heralded the dawning of the most successful era in Tallow GAA history. His finest hour in the club jersey was probably in the Intermediate semi-final against Fourmilewater in 1970. He started at corner forward that day but as the Tallow backline came under sustained pressure Billy was switched to corner back where he excelled. He will be fondly remembered as a lively character, good natured and full of fun. We extend deepest sympathy to Billy’s family in America and here at home. Ar dheis lamh Dé go raibh a anam uasal.

SARGENT CUP LEAGUE: TALLOW 1-15; CAPPOQUIN 1-19. Cappoquin marked their return to competitive senior hurling with a 4 point win over Tallow last Sunday morning in the league. Conditions were difficult with a strong cross wind contributing to some errant shooting but both sides nevertheless ended up with a credible points tally. THE LATE FR. TOMMY MEAGHER R.I.P More than anybody else, the late Monsignor Tommy Meagher affectionately known as Fr. Tommy, is credited with the emergence of Kilkenny as a hurling power from the late ‘50s after a relatively barren spell. Along with people like Ned Power he was a true pioneer of coaching in hurling. He analysed the game of hurling like it had never been done before and identified the individual skills of the game. Working with other coaches they devised routines (drills we would call them now) that would hone and perfect these skills. This will resonate with anybody who attended the Ned Power School of coaching excellence back in the day. Dublin dual player Dessie Ferguson and Tipperary’s Donie Nealon played a big part in setting up the coaching courses in Gormanstown while Cyril Farrell and Fr. Bertie Troy were early students who joined a fleet of qualified coaches who helped raise standards and improve the technical command and understanding of the game nationwide These renaissance men, because in hurling terms that’s what they were, did not receive acclaim from all of their contemporaries back then. They weren’t heralded as the great innovators and visionaries which they truly were. I remember Ned Power, shortly before he passed away, telling Damian O’Neill that they met a lot of opposition at the time and were derided in some cases for attempting to introduce this alien concept called coaching. It’s laughable in hindsight as we are now in an era where coaching has become de rigueur almost from the cradle. Most of these men have gone to their eternal reward now. They have left us a rich legacy. Tallow GAA club extends deepest sympathy to the family and Friends of the late Fr. Tommy Meagher. I measc laochra na bhflaitheas go raibh a anam uasal. CLUB NOTES: Our PRO Kate is on a well earned break in Oz, so I will be filling in for a couple of weeks. I’m a bit out of practice as it’s a while now since I wielded the pen. Fear not my Lifer friends! I have mellowed with age. You’re the man Paddy Joe!! Back at the helm! What a legend!! If anybody has anything for club notes please email liammul@eircom.net. No doubt Kate and Eithne will be meeting up with many old friends from home like Trisha, Niamh Mac and Eve Murphy. We send them all greetings from home and hope they’re doing well. By the way Luke you better be home for calving next year. Finn is run off his feet and he’s trying to collect membership money as well (which, by the way folks, is now due). DEISE DELIGHT IN TALLOW Our luck was certainly in with no less than 4 winners in this month’s Deise Draw held last Friday night: First past the post was Bobby McCarthy who scooped the top prize of €10,000. Other winners were Johnny Geary, Lena McCarthy and our co-ordinator Fada. Congratulations to all. Our thanks to Fada and Denis Tobin who put in a tremendous effort promoting the draw and of course Coleman Flynn (Chuc) who sold the winning ticket. Still plenty of time to put you’re name in for future draws. Contact either of the lads or any our promoters JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: Tallow play Affane on Friday, 10th and

Shamrocks on Friday, 17th. Both games in Ballyduff. COMHBHRON: On behalf of the members of Tallow GAA club we extend our sincerest sympathies to Gerty Murphy and family on the sad passing of her mother Patricia Treacy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam. Also on behalf of Tallow GAA Club we extend deepest sympathy to Frances and Billy Forrest and family Youghal on the death of their daughter Emer. Our condolences also to the Buckley family, Tallow on this sad occasion. Ar dheis lamh Dé go raibh sí. MEMBERSHIP: I know I’ve mentioned it elsewhere but just another gentle reminder that membership is now due. Please contact Donna Buckley or Finn McCarthy.

Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff UpperJuveniles Juvenile With the change in the clocks and the long evenings ahead, we’ve closed the door on our indoor training and look forward to getting the boots out from now on! U-9 HURLING & FOOTBALL LEAGUE Next week sees the start of the U-9 Hurling and Football leagues. We will have 4 matches in Division 2 of each League taking place from week beginning 6th April to 25th May, with hurling and football on alternate nights. Our first hurling match will be at home in Ballyduff Upper against Cois Bhride on Monday, April 6th with the time confirmed to parents by text. The following week it will be football away to Cois Bhride in Tallow. U-10 FOOTBALL LEAGUE A busy couple of days in the U-10 football league, on Saturday last we played the Brickey Rangers at home in Ballyduff Upper, it was the boys first time playing under lights at home and they really enjoyed it! We played a second game on Monday last against St. Oliver’s at home. Two great games were had with lots of scores taken. Well done to all the players who put in a great effort. U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE We have 7 matches to play in the U-11 Town & Country Hurling league which starts this Friday night with our first match against St. Olivers in Aglish. Time to be confirmed by text. U-12 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE The U-12 Town & Country Hurling league will start on Friday, April 10th with our first match at home against Stradbally. We will have 7 matches to play in Division 2. U-14 WESTERN FOOTBALL – DIVISION 3 We played Affane on Thursday last at home in the 2nd Round of this championship. Ballyduff Upper put in a strong performance in the first half, Affane came back in second half but Ballyduff were stronger on the day and came out winners. Our next match will be on Saturday, 4th April at home in Ballyduff Upper against Stradbally. Time to be confirmed by text. U-16 COUNTY GAELIC FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP – DIVISION 3 On Sunday last we played our 5th round match of this championship against Naomh Deagláin Thoir at home. With 16 on the panel, we battled hard against a stiff opposition and strong winds. We were unlucky for scores on the day. Final score was 4-2 to 3-12 with Naomh Deagláin Thoir coming out winners. Our next match is (this) Wednesday, 1st April away to Stradbally, time to be confirmed by text. U-18 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Next Sunday, April 5th we play Killrossanty at home in Ballyduff Upper at 11.30 a.m. in the 5th round of this championship. We would like to wish the best of luck to Andrew Casey and the Waterford Minor panel and Wayne Power, Selector in their match against Tipperary in Thurles on Wednesday, 8th April next.

Cois Bhride Bhride Cois

Tallow GAA - Coaching at Gormanstown. L to R: Ned Power, Fr. Tommy Meagher and Dessie Ferguson. See full report in Tulach an Iarainn GAA.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Kindly Sponsored by Cunnigham's Hardware, Tallow U-13 FOOTBALL Our U-13 footballers were in action in the Western Football Div. 2 last Saturday where they had a great game defeating Stradbally 1-9 to 1-4. All players played really well on the day and it has to be mentioned that a lot the team had played in an U-14 hurling blitz held earlier that day in Lismore. It was remarkable that they played three games at a blitz and with just a few hours of a break turned around and played an U-13's football game. It is a great sign of their commitment, and also credit to the parents/drivers that got these players to Stradbally in the afternoon. In that hurling blitz played earlier on the day, the U-14's were unlucky not to have a clean sweep in their three matches, they were unlucky against Lismore and Killeagh but beat Mt. Sion. There was a great display of hurling and skill in all three games so well done to all the players involved. UPCOMING FIXTURES Friday, 3rd April: U-11 Hurling Div. 2 at Home V St. Pats at 6.30 p.m. Saturday, 4th April: U-14 Football West Div. 2

Clonea Under 8s who participated in a three team Blitz in Portlaw on Saturday, 28th March, 2015 against. St. Mary’s 1; St. Molleran’s and St. Mary’s 2.

Away v The Nire at 6.30 p.m. Monday, 6th April: U-9 Hurling Div. 2:Away v Ballyduff at 7 p.m. Tuesday, 7th April: U-16 Football Div. 3:Away v St. Mollerans at 6.30 p.m.

Naomh Brid REGISTRATION DAY We had a great turn-out for our Registration day in Modeligo on Sunday last. Most ages were catered for on the astro pitch and on the main pitch. The weather also played its part by holding up for the day. Some great skills were evident in each game so there is plenty of potential for the season ahead. The ball run also went off very well, most golf balls coming two thirds of the way down before finishing with a tight call at the end. Well done to all winners on the day. OUTDOOR TRAINING Outdoor training for the under 12 group will be in Touraneena, on this Tuesday evening from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m. The under 10 age group will begin outdoor training next Tuesday, April 7th also at 6.30 p.m. LEAGUES The Under 11 hurling league is starting on Friday, April 3rd. This game is at home in Modeligo at 6.30 pm versus Cappoquin. Players are requested to be at pitch at 6.00 pm. The following Friday, April 10th sees the start of the Under 12 hurling league, once again we are at home in Modeligo versus St. Pat’s at 6.30 p.m. CLUB NOTES If any person or group in the club wants to include match news, fixtures or photos etc in the weekly notes please send email to the club PRO. Email address is (nb-pro@outlook.ie). These need to be received by Sunday evening at 6 pm for inclusion that week.

Nire Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Phelan Cup 2015: Nire 1-10; De La Salle 1-5 Nire 5-16; Brickey Rangers 1-7 Ballinacourty 8-14; Nire 0-4 Nire v’s St. Saviours 6th April at 3 p.m. in Ballymacarbry. UNDER 21A FOOTBALL: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-5; The Nire 4-9 U-21 Western Semi-Final Nire 0-10; St.Olivers 2-5 MINOR FOOTBALL DIVISION 1 08/2/15 De la Salle 3-0; The Nire 2-10 15/2/15 Gaultier 2-8; The Nire 4-7 08/3/15 The Nire 2-16; Dungarvan 0-4. 05/4/15 The Nire v’s Ballinacourty at 11:30 in Ballymacarbry. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due. €50 for playing adults, €20 for non-playing adults, €20 for students. Please pay as soon as possible. If interested in the direct debit scheme please contact Ger Walsh or Tom Doocey.

Dungarvan MIXED FORTUNES Our teams experienced mixed fortunes over the weekend, winning two games and losing two. Our under 16 footballers and our Senior hurlers came out on top in their games while our under 13 and minor footballers suffered defeats. MINOR FOOTBALL NAOMH DEAGLÁN THOIR 1-9; DUNGARVAN 1-5 Played in our own club grounds last Monday evening, we had to give best to the Kilmacthomas/Ballyduff combination by an 0-4 margin. We trailed at half time by 1-5 to 0-3 with

the winners scoring from the penalty spot just before the break. Mark Boland scored our goal in the second half but it came too late to threaten the winners. Our next game is also at home and the opposition is De La Salle. Team: Mark Allen; John Curran, Shaun Murray, John Devine, Mick Devine 0-1, Peter Queally, Mark Boland 10; Jack Lacey, Aidan Kirwan; Kealan Daly 0-2, Glen Waters, Gary Donnelly; Stephen Donovan 0-2, Sean Crotty, Luke O’Callaghan. Subs: Conor Hayes, Conor O’Donovan.

UNDER 16 FOOTBALL DUNGARVAN 3-8; NAOMH BRID 0-8 Following two defeats, this was a welcome win away from home by our under 16’s last Sunday morning. In a game where we led at half time by 2-4 to 0-3 our three goals were scored by Sean Crotty, John Devine and Seanie McGrath. Shaun Murray and Sean Crotty were our main point scorers while Jonathon Houlihan, Willie John O’Shea and Seanie McGrath also raised white flags. Team: Daniel Kiely; Colm O’Shea, Gary Donnolly, Dion Keohan; Conor Sheehan, Mick Devine, Kealan Daly; Luke O’Callaghan, Shaun Murray 0-3; John Devine 1-0, John Power, Willie John O’Shea 0-1; Seanie McGrath 1-1, Sean Crotty 1-2, Jonathon Houlihan 0-1.

UNDER 13 FOOTBALL BALLINACOURTY 5-14; DUNGARVAN 0-3 Our neighbours Ballinacourty proved way too strong for us in this under 13 Western Football championship game which was played in our own field last Saturday afternoon. No details at present, team next week. Team: D. Cliffe; J. O’Callaghan, O. Morrissey, M. Power E. O’Callahan, T. Loftus, J. Burke D. Flynn, J. Shaw, A. Shanahan E. Dunne, I. McGovern Coward. SARGENT CUP DUNGARVAN 1-20; ABBEYSIDE 1-11 Both sides were missing a number of first team players for this first round Sargent Cup game which was played at a very windswept Burgery grounds last Sunday morning. We held a 0-13 to 1-7 half time lead with Patrick Curran and Gavin Crotty proving to be our leading scorers throughout. Our next Sargent Cup game is against Fourmilewater on Sunday April 26th. Team: Darren Duggan, John Havens, Conor Sheridan, Luke Egan; Sean Ryan, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran 0-2, Kieran Power 0-1; Michael Kiely, Colm Curran 0-2, Gavin Power 1-0; Trevor Crotty 0-1, Patrick Curran 0-8, Gavin Crotty 0-5. Subs : John Curran, Aidan Kirwan 0-1.

EASTER CAMP The club’s Easter Hurling and Football Camp for boys and girls from aged 6 up to 13 will be held in our club grounds from Tuesday, April 7th to Thursday, April 9th from 10.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is €5 per day or €12 for the three days which is very good value indeed. DEISE DRAW Congratulations to James Sheehan, Caseyville who was a winner in the March Deise Draw last Friday evening. Thanks to everybody who bought tickets and we got a great response overall. Thanks also to our draw co-ordinator Catherine Lyons and to Paddy and Mary Fitzgerald for all their work in the lead up to the draw. CLUB FACILITIES The club executive have implemented new conditions regarding the use of our club grounds for 2015 and all groups using our facilities will be notified of same in the coming week. LOTTO This week’s numbers are 1, 3, 6 and 7. There was no winner. Next week’s jackpot is €7,600. The winner of the €100 was John and Ben Dunford. Thanks to everybody who bought and who sold tickets. SYMPATHY The club extends its sincere sympathy to our joint secretary David Kiely and his family on the death of his uncle Jamie Kiely last week.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connor’s Bar where the jackpot is €5,800. On Sunday night last Bridget Moore was drawn out and chose card number 15 which wasn’t the Joker although she did win €50. The Walsh Family and Barry Goode 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 and Crottys Corner Bar. UNDER 21 FOOTBALL Our under 21 footballers produced another late showing to defeat St. Olivers in the Western Under 21 Football Final on Friday night last as a goal in injury time gave us victory in what was a quality game of football. They now take on Rathgormack in the County Final this Friday night at 8:30 in Fraher Field. Team K. DWANE, J. DUGGAN, B. LOOBY, S. O’GORMAN, C. McCARTHY, E. BERGIN, C. McCARTHY, C. PRUNTY, J. ELSTEAD, D. LOOBY, M. MAHER, D. SWEENEY, M. COLEMAN, S. CLIFFE, N. MONTGOMERY. Subs: C. DWYER, R. CONWAY, E. KIELY, D. McGRATH SENIOR FOOTBALL This Monday we play Brickey Rangers in the County League. SENIOR HURLING On Sunday morning last we took on Dungarvan in the County League in Abbeyside and it was our opponents who deservedly claimed the spoils on the day. Team: G. BREEN, E. BERGIN, S. O’HARE, M. POWER, C. KINDREGAN, E. COLLINS, S. O’DONOVAN, D. COLLINS, T. MURRAY, E. ENRIGHT, M. FIVES, M. GORMAN, E. KIELY, G. HURNEY, S. CLIFFE.

DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW AND CLUB DEVELOPMENT FUND The first Deise Draw for 2015 took place in Stradbally on Friday night last where unfortunately we had no winner on the night. However, all in the club are delighted with the success of the ticket sales as we exceeded our sales of previous years. We would like to thank all our promotors who put in huge work selling the tickets and all those who supported the club by purchasing tickets. Also the club is continuing on with our Development Fund the Club 300 initiative. This was a wonderful success for the last five years and we hope that it will get the same great support this year. The money raised over the last five years enabled us to carry out all the Development work that has taken place in the field and we hope to be in a position to carry on with further development work in the not too distant future. In order to do this we require the support of the community and we appeal to all those of you who are position to join the 300 Club to do so and help us to provide the very best facilities for our Juvenile and Adult Players in the years to come. MEMBERSHIP We would ask all players to please make an effort to get their membership fees paid as soon as possible as any player who suffers an injury in training or matches is not covered by insurance unless they have paid their membership. Membership can be paid to Kevin Tobin or Pa Enright. BOOKING OF FIELDS With a number of teams starting back training we would like to remind all team managers to please ensure that they book the field with Michael O’Donovan prior to training. CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €1,250. JUVENILE SECTION Recycling: A big thank you must go to everyone who donated clothes etc for our recycling drive. It was a great success and this comes down to everyone who contributed items on the day. Under 10s: The U-10's played their next game in the Western Football league on Friday night last week (20th March) at the club grounds. Tallow were the visitors to Abbeyside. Following good displays already, the boys backed it up with their best performance to date with scores coming from all over the pitch. The match was played under the lights and all the boys were delighted with the opportunity to play a game with the floodlights on. The squad then finished a busy March Saturday last (28th) with a trip to Carriganore to participate in an U-10 Football Blitz which featured teams from the West and the East. On a lovely but windy morning we arrived with two teams for an 11am start. The boys in group one played Na Gaeil (Dunhill/Fenor) An Ghaeltacht and Rathgormack and the boys in group two came up against St. Pats, Kilmacthomas and John Mitchels. After three games each and 60 minutes of football played the lads won 5 of the 6 matches (not that we were keeping the scores, isn't that right boys). A good morning was had by all and thanks to the parents who travelled. We still have three games to play in the Western Football League and these games will be arranged and played over the next couple of weeks. Panel on the day: Darragh Walsh, Jamie

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015 Mulcahy, Jake Fitzgerald Drummy, Ethan Keohan, Conor Gough, Billy O’Connell, Sean Queally, Jack O’Donovan, Sean Walsh, Darragh Cosgrave, Kieran Cosgrave, Jake O’Donnell, Cathal Sweeney, Daniel Morrisey, Brian Callaghan, Kyle Moloney, Tommy Flynn, Sean Prunty, Cal Tutty, Rhodi Morrisey. Training continues every Friday evening from 6 till 7 and with the clocks gone forward we will now be back on the pitch. Under 13 14: We had a good win over Dungarvan last Saturday in the under13 football championship. Our next outing is Thursday week against Kilrossanty. Training continues every week. Our next outing is under 14 v Dungarvan next Saturday. Under 16: Our under 16 footballers played their latest round of their championship on Sunday morning last and after a very competitive game came away with victory. Outdoor hurling: Our outdoor hurling sessions continue again on Saturday morning the 4th April at our club grounds. These sessions will include under6, 7 and 8s and will run from 10.30 to 11.30. Our under 9 team will train between the time of 11.30 and 12.30 at our wall ball. All are welcome to attend and it would be great to see some new faces. Helmets will be available to buy at a discounted rate at these sessions. Under 10 11 and 12: The under 10 team will train between the time of 6 and 7 on a Friday evening at the wall ball and the under 11 team between 7 and 8 on a Friday night. Our under 12 team will train between 7 and 8 on a Wednesday night again at the wall ball. Again all are welcome to attend. PLAYER PROFILES Name: Coleman Radley Age: 5 years Favourite Sport: Hurling Favourite Food: Curry Rice Favourite Film: James Bond Name: Fionnán Lonergan Age: 7 years Favourite Sport: Soccer Favourite Food: Pizza Favourite Film: The Lego Movie

Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff Upper MAIN SPONSOR - KENNEALLY STEEL FABRICATION SENIOR HURLING Our senior hurlers took on Lismore in the first round of the Senior Hurling League (Sargent Cup) on Friday night last in Ballyduff. Both teams were short a few regulars on the night. Two Lismore goals in the second quarter gave a respectable half time score line of 1-12 to 2-5 however, the lads pushed on in the second half to ensure a comprehensive win. The final score was Ballyduff 2-30 to Lismore 2-9 with the goals coming courtesy of Kevin Casey and Eoin Scanlon. The next league fixture is fixed for April 26th versus Abbeyside in Ballyduff at 2 pm. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL FIXTURES Our Intermediate footballers will play the first two rounds of the Western championship on April 12th and 18th against Ballinacourty and Dungarvan respectively. Both games will be played in Colligan with a 7 pm throw-in. MEMBERSHIP Club membership is now due for 2015. Membership remains the same price as the last few years at €50 for adults and €15 for students. Minors and younger players must pay their membership to the juvenile club. Membership can be paid to membership officer Eugene Flynn or any club officer. ANNUAL LOTTO TICKETS The annual club lotto tickets are due for renewal on 7th April. Please contact Eugene Flynn of any club officer to ensure that your ticket is renewed for the coming year.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 24th March: Numbers drawn were 5, 19, 22 and 23. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Thomás and Seán Nugent, Naomi Nugent and Mick Johnson, Clonmel. Next week’s jackpot is €625. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE In the First Round of the Intermediate Hurling league on Sunday, 29th March, we shared the points with Brickeys. Played in gale force winds this was our first outing and proved a competitive game. With the Brickeys playing with the wind in the first half the score was 0-13 to 0-2 in their favour but with the wind with Ballysaggart in the second half we finished level on 14 points each. ALLIANZ LEAGUE Congratulations to Waterford on their success

Knockanore, winners of the Western Cumann Na mBunscol Allianz Mini 7s Hurling final. They beat Garranbane in the final in Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

over Galway last Sunday earning themselves a place in the league semi-final against Tipperary in Nowlan Park, Kilkenny. Well done to Club man Stephen Bennett on his place on the team. WATERFORD MINORS Best of luck to Stephen Mangan who is on the Waterford Minor Panel. They play Tipperary on Wednesday, 8th April, at Semple Stadium in Thurles. Best of luck to Stephen Mangan who is on the Waterford Minor Panel. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Well done to the boys and girls who competed in Knockanore last Friday night in the last of the qualifying rounds of Scor na bPaisti. Congratulations to the figure dancers Rena Meagher, Tara Lowe, Michelle O'Donnell and Faye O'Doherty who have qualified for the county final along with Niamh Meagher who sang a beautiful rendition of ‘Oh My Lovely Rose of Clare’ in the solo singing and our novelty act of Rena and Eva Meagher, Ryan Bennett, Katie and Niamh Meagher, Holly Feeney, Molly Meagher and Rachel Mangan. They performed the ‘Children of Lir’ which was enjoyed by one and all. We also took part in the music group of Rena Meagher and Katie Meagher. Holly Feeney and Rena Meagher who performed in the recitation section and in the ballad group Michelle Murphy, Molly Meagher, Rachelle Mangan, Tara Lowe and Niamh Meagher who sang two beautiful songs ‘Down by the Sally Gardens’ and the ‘Leaving of Liverpool’ but luck wasn't on our side. But well done girls, fantastic effort. So now all roads lead to Cappoquin for the county final which takes place on the 11th of April.

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played Bonmahon in Kill GAA Grounds last Saturday evening. This game was somewhat one-sided as Bonmahon were in top form. Things did not go very well for Kilmacthomas as most of the teams played another game just one hour beforehand. It is not fair on players to be asked to play two games on the one day, it is a pity that one of the games could not be put back for 24 hours. We could not do anything about it just get on with the game. Due to injury we were short a few players and on top of that Anthony Power received a bad hand injury and had to go to Waterford University Hospital. The club wishes Anthony a speedy recovery. Many of our players got cramps in the second half, but fair play to Bonmahon they are very young fit team and will put it up to most teams this year. On Friday next we play Mt. Sion in the second round. By all accounts we will be short a lot of players due to injury. But we will do our best. We will have David Hallahan from the Waterford County football senior team panel who was missing on Saturday evening. THANKS TO NICKY BUTLER The club would like to thank Mr. Nicky Butler

who has returned to do the first aid with the teams. Nicky had a very busy time on Saturday evening last. JUNIOR FOOTBALL We played the first round in junior football on Friday evening last against Roanmore from the city. Roanmore had a very good team on the night and were far too strong for our team. So with plenty of training we should improve with the rest of the games. So, lads give it a go, you can only get better. ST. DECLAN’S ALL-IRELAND HURLING We say hard luck to St. Declan’s on their bid for All-Ireland glory against the boys from county Tipperary on Saturday last. They were well in this game right to the end. They missed a few goal chances. Better luck next year. DEISE DRAW We had no winner in the Deise Draw this month. But there is seven more draws to come. We have sold a lot of tickets so far but we need to increase our sales for the next draw. It is a great fundraiser for the club. Keep up the good work lads. INDOOR 16 FOOTBALL Well done to Kilmacthomas who had a great win against Ballyduff Upper last Sunday in the league. Keep up the good work, as you are the future of the club. ANNUAL WALK This is the second year for our annual fun/walk. It starts this Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. and every Wednesday for a few months. The walk will start in the GAA field. There will be a very small fee of €2 each night. Keep fit and healthy. It will be an enjoyable walk and good fun for all. So, give it a lash as Jack would say. WATERFORD WIN Well done to Waterford hurlers on Sunday against the Galway men. Liam Fennelly got it right this week in the GAA column in the Sunday World when he said that Waterford would win. Most of the tipsters were backing Galway. Well done Liam we have a Kilkenny man that knows his hurling. The best of luck to the lads against Tipperary. Up the Deise. We can do it, you are showing real power in the white and blue jersey.

Chartaigh Juveniles NaomhChartaigh Naomh Juvenile (Lismore / Ballysaggart Juvenile GAA ANNUAL TABLE QUIZ Our Table Quiz is on this Thursday night in Meaghers, Ballysaggart at 9.00 p.m. Tables of four €40. There will be a raffle on the night with some lovely prizes to be had. Looking forward to seeing you there on the night, as your support is greatly appreciated for all our fundraisers. MEMBERSHIP 2015 Reminder for those who still have to pay their membership, that the fee of €30 can be paid at training to any of the mentors present on the night. Thanks to everyone who has paid to date. U-14 PADDY WHELAN TOURNAMENT Our annual hurling U14 Paddy Whelan

Tournament took place last Saturday, March 28th in the GAA field. We invited the following clubs to take part: Naomh Chartaigh, Cois Bride, Mount Sion, and Killeagh. Cois Bride were winners of the runners-up final after beating Mount Sion. In very windy conditions Naomh Charrtaigh and Killeagh met in the winners final. Playing with the wind in the first half Killeagh lead by 1-8 to 1-1 at half-time. Naomh Chartaigh fought back bravely in the second half to force the game into extra time. After extra time was up Naomh Chartaigh emerged victorious on a scoreline of 3-6 to 1-11. It was the second year in a row that Naomh Chartaigh has won this tournament. An outstanding final with superb hurling being played by both sides. The Club Chairman Robbie O’Sullivan, paid tribute to all those present for their efforts on the day. Sincere thanks to the Whelan family for their continued support with the tournament. All players of each team received medals on the day. The Paddy Whelan Shield was presented to the joint Captain's of the Naomh Chartaigh team, namely Michael Morrissey and Oisin O’Gorman by Mrs. Ann Whelan. It was great to see so many of the Whelan family present on the day which was the 27th of its kind. Sincere thanks to all who made this tournament the success that it was on Saturday last. To those who brought food, looked after the sorting of the teas for the large attendance on the day; to Pat Casey who refereed all matches the club of Naomh Chartaigh says thank you. To local business man Dave Landers for sponsoring the medals for all teams, thanks Dave. Looking forward to the 28th already where Naomh Chartaigh will be going for three-in-a-row.

Clonea CLONEA JUVENILE CLUB Juvenile Blotto: No winner of March blotto, numbers drawn 5, 3, 7, 1, 4, 2, 6. Consolation prizes to Maria Dee, Clonea, €50, Kevin Kelly, Clonea €25 and Roisin Garvey, Carlingford €25. Duck Race: The Juvenile Club’s Annual Duck Race will be held on Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) at 4 p.m. in Clonea. Ducks are €5 each or 5 Ducks for €20 and are on sale now. Membership: Membership for all Juvenile players, €15 each, is now due. Players must be fully paid up and registered members to train or play. St. Declan’s Community College: Well done to Clonea boys Billy Power, Eoin Bray, Noah O’Brien and Conor Dalton and the St. Declan’s Community College Hurling team who took part in the All-Ireland Senior Schools Hurling Final (Masita GAA AI PPS Cusack Cup (SH ‘C’) Final). Unfortunately, it was Roscrea Cistercian College who claimed victory on the day, beating St. Declan’s 1-13 to 0-11 on Saturday, 28th March in Dr. Cullen Park Carlow.

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Lismore (Kindly sponsored by Eamonn's Place) DÉISE DRAW Déise Draw tickets can be purchased from any committee member for the sum of €10 per month. Supporters can join at any stage, there are seven draws left . SYMPATHY Lismore GAA would like to offer their sympathy to Richie Ormonde and family, Deerpark, on the death of his mother-in-law Mrs. Bridie Noonan whose death took place last week. May she rest in peace. SARGENT CUP 2015 Our first outing in the 2015 Sargent Cup brought us to our neighbouring village, on Friday evening last, March 27th where we played Ballyduff. A grand evening for hurling, we stayed within reach of the home team in the first half on a scoreline of Lismore 2-5 to Ballyduff's 1-12. However, it took until the 14th minute before we scored in the second half and by this stage the match was as well over. Anyway well done to Ballyduff who won the match on a scoreline of 230 to 2-8. Our lads were missing quiet a few of their regulars but credit is due to those young players who lined out and played with passion for their club. The year is only beginning. LISMORE CLUB LOTTO Last week’s notes did not include the winners of the €20 consolatin prizes, so they were as follows: Dick and Kathleen Nugent, Margaret Condon, Billy Ormonde, and Thomas O’Brien. The Lismore Club Lotto was held in the Community Centre on Monday evening, March 30th for a jackpot of €15,100. Numbers drawn were: 4, 15, 20, 27. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to: Terry Whelan, Eddie Nugent, James O’Brien, Dermot Moore. Next week’s jackpot will be €15,250 and will be held on Tuesday, April 7th. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

Clais Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Mhór/Cionn tSáile Beag DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The first Deise Development Draw for 2015 took place on Friday night last down in Stradbally but unfortunately we had no winner from our club's draw members on this occasion, so hopefully our luck will improve next time out when the draw for April will take place on the last Friday of the month in Kilrossanty. We want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all of our draw members who signed up this year because without your loyal support for this draw each year our club would find it very hard to survive financially. COUNTY FOOTBALL LEAGUE Our Senior Footballers are due to play another round of the County Football League on Friday night when they take on Kilrossanty in Lemybrien at 7 pm. So best of luck to them in this and hopefully they can pick up some more points here as well as gaining some more crucial game time ahead of their championship bow against reigning county champions The Nire next week. WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE It was the turn of our Intermediate hurlers this week as they returned to competitive action in the Western Hurling League when they took on Tourin away on Sunday morning last and after a game where early season rustiness was evident from both teams, our lads forged a narrow win here by 2-9 to 1-11, so well done to them. The next game in this league will not take place now for a few weeks until after the first few football championship games are played. NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE Congratulations to Waterford Senior hurlers after their impressive win over Galway in the NHL Quarter-Final on Sunday last at Walsh Park. We want to give a particular mention to our two clubmen involved, Tadgh de Burca and Brian O'Halloran who have both been putting in some industrious performances over the past few weeks and the best of luck to both of them and indeed all involved as they now look ahead to a semi-final meeting against Tipperary in a few weeks time. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE U-16 Footballers In Championship Action: Our U-16 footballers were in championship action against Gaultier last Sunday morning and after a really good battle they were defeated on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-9. The team from the East made the perfect start when an attempt for a point got caught in the wind and dropped into the net. Our lads settled after this and there was just one point between the teams at half-time. Incidentally, the first half was blown up five minutes early meaning we lost the advantage of the wind earlier than we should have. In the second half it was nip and tuck between the teams right up to the final five minutes when Gaultier got a late point and a goal. There was no disputing that we were beaten by a better team, however it was disappointing that there were issues with the length of the match. Once again our lads put in a really superb display and really showed they are well capable of competing in the top grade. Our next game is likely to be played this weekend sometime, a refixture of the cancelled game we had against

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Naomh Bríd. We are also due to play Ballinacourty next Tuesday night in the championship so keep an eye on Facebook and Twitter for updates on these fixtures. Team: Jim Scanlon, Niall Kenefick, Danny O'Mahony, Jack Ryan, Sam Fitzgerald, Isaac O'Sullivan, Eoin O'Halloran, Dean Russell, Kyle Roche, Cian Ryan, Luke Seward, Tom Fleming, Ruairí Hynes, Brian Lynch, Ciarán Tompkins.

U-14 Footballers Playing This Saturday: Our U-14 footballers are due to play An Ghaeltacht this Saturday, April 4th at 6:30 in Clashmore so we're hoping to see a good crowd turn out to cheer on the lads in this Division 1 clash. Juvenile Club Easter Egg Draw: The club is running its annual Easter Egg fundraiser at the moment and players,coaches, parents and administrators are busy selling their lines in order to raise much needed funding for the juvenile club. So, if you see someone selling their few lines be sure to try to give them a few euros, it's all for a great cause!

Ballinameela ST. OLIVER’S Commiserations to the lads involved with St. Oliver’s u-21 footballers who were narrowly defeated by Ballinacourty in the Western Final. After an end to end affair, the concession of a goal and two points in the final five minutes proved the difference between two evenly matched teams. The score ended up 1-12 to 0-13. Ballinacourty go on to face Rathgormack in the County Final. UPCOMING FIXTURES Intermediate Football Championship: Round 1 – Ballinameela v The Geraldines, Saturday, 11th of April at 7:30 p.m., Fraher Field. Round 2 – Ballinameela v Ballinacourty, Saturday, 18th of April at 7.30 p.m., Bushy Park. DEISE DRAW The Déise Draw took place on Friday last in Stradbally. Unfortunately, the club had no winners this time around. Thanks to all who supported the club by purchasing tickets, hopefully we’ll have better luck next time. RESULTS MARCH 2015 €10,000 Bobby McCarthy c/o Chuck Tallow €3,000 Miceal Toibin, Barranastook Sean Pobal €1,500 Garvan O'Keeffe, Dublin Brickeys €250 Lena McCarthy c/o David O'Brien Tallow €250 Johnny Geary, Kilwatermoy Tallow €250 James Sheehan, Caseyville Dungarvan €250 Declan Skehan, Ballinafina Rathgormack €250 Leeanne Brown, Ballymurrin Erin’s Own €250 Jim Morrissey, 3 Eaton Place Dunhill €250 Thomas Kearney c/o Noreen Cotter De La Salle €250 Mossie Landy, Bonmahon Bonmahon Specials: David O'Brien, Tallow; Breda Kiely, Stradbally. Next Draw; "Micilins", Kilrossanty on Friday, 24th April Tickets continue to be available from club members John Harrington (0876915838), Stephen McGrath (0872709344) and Kealan Looby (0877499214).

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €2,100 held in Miclins Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 29/3/15. Numbers were 7, 8, 11, 23. €30 to the following people: Jo Sexton c/o Sean Veale; €30 Patrick Sage c/o Barbara Cunningham. €30 sellers prize to Noel Walsh, Ballintlea. Next Clotto to be held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien on Sunday night 5/4/15 for a Jackpot of €2,200. On duty on the night were Benny Whyte and Michael Keating. DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw took place last Friday and the club did not have any winners on the night. The next draw will be hosted by the club in Micilins Bar on Friday, 24th April. RECYCLED CLOTHES COLLECTION There will be a Recycled Clothes Collection at the club grounds on Tuesday next. For any of you who may be doing a Spring clean and need to get rid of any unwanted clothes, linen, curtains etcs, why not drop them down to the club grounds before next Tuesday. PHELAN CUP Our senior footballers will play Clashmore in the next round of the Phelan Cup this Wednesday evening at 8 pm in Leamybrien. Please come along and Support the men in Green and Gold MINOR FOOTBALL Our minor footballers travel to Ballyduff Upper next Sunday morning to take on the home side in the next round of the championship. The lads have had mixed fortunes so far in the champi-

David Phelan, Western Cumann na mBunscol presents the Mini 7s Football Plaque to Lismore's Captain Emily Coughlan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

onship, winning one game, losing two and receiving a walkover in another. The lads are still with a chance of qualification from their group and have put in a great effort so far. The game is timed for a 11:30 throw-in.

Modeligo VICTORY SOCIAL We had our Victory Social on Saturday, March 21st last in Dungarvan's Park Hotel, and needless to say, it turned out to be a big success and a brilliant night. Many thanks to all who contributed and assisted in any way with the occasion. The night marked the successes of the year just gone, and saw medals presented to all the player's for our wins in the Western Junior Hurling, County Junior Hurling, Munster Junior Hurling, Western Intermediate Hurling League and Western Junior Football League in 2014. As with all of these occasions, the event couldn't have been organised without the huge work put in by a dedicated group. Our clubs officer's, Tom O'Byrne, Katie Barry, and in particular John Fitzgerald have put in great work along with the Finance Committee members of Mairéad McGrath; Kieran McCarthy; and Dolores Reddy, all of whom deserve great credit. The surroundings and facilities of The Park Hotel were as always top-notch and our thanks to the staff for their hospitality. Many thanks also to the Western and County Board representatives, Eddie Cunningham and Paddy Joe Ryan for attending the event. We were also delighted to have one of our former players in attendance in a professional capacity, as Adam Bending was on hand to photograph the occasion, and many thanks to Adam for his excellent work, not only on this occasion, but on the day of our Munster Final also. Also on duty on the night was Dungarvan GAA man but a true friend to our club, Tony Ryan. Tony has gotten to know us all very well and when asked to introduce the players as they came up to accept their medals, he duly obliged and made a brilliant job of it too, leaving nothing out and reminding us all of different "events" that had happened during the past year! Many thanks once again Tony! The presentation of the medals to the player's was carried out by none other than the team manager for all of last year's successes, Pa Kearney. It is so unfortunate that Pa could not stay with us for the playing year ahead, but it was a fitting tribute to him that having guided the lads to a Munster title, he be asked to personally present them with their medals. I think I speak for everyone associated with Modeligo GAA Club when I say that he has made friends for life here in our local parish, and that we wish Pa all the very best in his exploits with Erin's Own in Cork. Apologies if there is anyone I forgot to mention but as always, it's difficult to include everyone. But finally, a huge thank you the clubs players, members, families and friends who came along and made the night one to remember UNWANTED CLOTHING & SCRAP METAL COLLECTION Modeligo GAA Club will hold a fundraising Scrap Metal Collection on Saturday, May 23rd, between 11 am and 1 pm at Modeligo Community Centre. This event will run in conjunction with a collection of unwanted clothing on

the same day. So in the mean time, root out any scrap metal items that you may have, don't throw away your unwanted items, just bag them and we will gladly take them as long as they are in good condition! Full details to follow next week. DEISE DRAW 2015 The first draw in the 2015 series of Deise Draws took place on Friday night last, March 27th in Stradbally and unfortunately, there was no success for our members on this occasion. However, the club still have tickets available for remaining draws. The draws have been restructured to see the monthly prizes now up for grabs over eight draws; that's eight draws over eight months at just €10 per month, but the list of prizes is just as enticing as ever! ● First prize each month is €10,000! ● Second prize is €3,000. ● Third prize is €1,500. ● There are then eight monthly cash prizes of €250, as well as Special and Bonus prizes along the way. The Déise Draw has been a huge success in this County for many years now and it is not surprising that it is always so well supported since 70% of sales made are returned to your local club. So not only are you giving yourself a chance of winning a fantastic prize each month, but you are also supporting our own local GAA Club in the process. Club Treasurer, John Fitzgerald and all members of the club committee have tickets available for sale, or alternatively, contact any of the player's and they will point you in the right direction. MODELIGO 2014 HIGHLIGHTS DVD The club still have a final few copies of the brilliant DVD, "Modeligo 2014" which captures all of the Key moments on our Journey to becoming Western, County and Munster Junior Hurling Champions. The DVD also includes action from the greatest year in the history of the club as well as footage of the Modeligo National School Children singing their song “The Best Team Ever”. To order your copy of the DVD, at a cost of €20, please contact our Club Treasurer, John Fitzgerald on (087)7696510. NAOMH BRÍD REGISTRATION DAY Our Juvenile GAA Club held their Annual Registration Day and their Fundraising "Ball Roll" on Sunday last. Thanks to everyone who contributed, assisted and supported the club in the days events. For the record, the winner of the Ball Roll was Frank O'Neill; Co. Carlow and c/o ESB Waterford. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Naomh Bríd play St. Saviours on Sunday morning next, April 5th in Colligan at 11:30 a.m. The winners of this one will top the group and qualify directly to the Division 2 County SemFinal.

Affane/Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in our Club Lotto for the jackpot prize of €6,800 on Monday, March 23rd were 3-4-9-24 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: William/Catherine Scanlon, Ballyhane; Billy/Rena O’Donoghue, Shanbally; Eamonn O’Shea, Melleray Road; James Morrissey, Allen St, and Martin Gallagher c/o Hilda Curran. This week’s draw was held on Monday, March 30th and the

results will appear here next week.. COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES Round 1 Ceapach Chuinn V Liosmhor at An Baile Dubh 7 p.m. Sunday, 3rd May. Round 2 Ceapach Chuinn V Cnoc Sion at Pairc Ui Fhearichair 3.30 p.m. Sunday, 10th May. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who is the only player to captain his county to win three Liam McCarthy Cups? 2, How many county senior hurling championships did Mick Flannelly win with Mount Sion? 3, Name the player to line-out with a county and the following week lined out with the opposing county against the same county in the championship? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Ballyhale Shamrocks have won the six AllIreland Club senior hurling championships. 2, Martin Storey Oulart-The Ballagh was the last Wexford man to lift the Liam McCarthy cup as captain in 1996. 3, WRTC (now WIT) first won the Fitzgibbon Cup in 1992 and were captained Padraic Fanning.

Cappoquin Camogie Cappoquin Camogie Club MEMBERSHIP All membership is now due. No players are covered by insurance if this is not paid and will not be allowed to play any matches or train. TRAINING Training is in full swing for this year’s season. Please check out Facebook and Twitter accounts for updates. INTERMEDIATE Our intermediate ladies took on St. Catherine's in a challenge match on Sunday in Cappoquin. A great display from both teams considering it was the first match this year. It looks like all the training in the muck is paying off! FIXTURES Please keep an eye out for fixtures on email, Facebook and Twitter. PLAYER PROFILES We're thinking of getting player profiles into the paper and social media for all players in the coming weeks. A form will be distributed to all parents and players who wish to participate at training in the near future. WEEKLY NOTES Anyone who wishes to include items in the weekly notes please send information onto coleylanders@gmail.com.

St.Olivers INDOOR Our indoor season has come to an end for the spring. The under 8 and Under 10 will now train on a Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. starting after the children return from holidays. UNDER 21 Our Under 21s lost out last Friday in the Western final. We showed great heart and resolve and only lost out in injury time. Although we are all disappointed we are also very proud of all the management, team and all are involved as to reach 3 Western finals in three years is a great achievement.

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Naomh Chartaigh U-14s along with members of the Whelan family and team mentors after been presented with the Paddy Whelan U-14 Shield which they won last Saturday, March 28th in Lismore for a second year in-a-row.

Sliabh Mary's SliabhgCua/St. gCua/St. Marys DEISE DRAW Thanks to each and everyone of you that have supported the club by purchasing a Deise draw ticket. Unfortunately, the club had no luck in the March draw. To ensure you’re in for next month, contact Tom Condon (087) 4161773 or Brendan Tobin (087) 2701947. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE This year’s intermediate hurling league group sees us paired with Modeligo, Ardmore, Tourin & Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. After a bye in the first round, round 2 will see St. Mary’s take on neighbours Modeligo in Kirwan Park. The fixture is currently pencilled in for the weekend 24/26th April. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg had a single point victory over Tourin over the weekend. AWESOME JAMIE BARRON PROPELS WATERFORD IN SEMI A fantastic performance in gale-force conditions saw Waterford senior hurlers progress to a national league semifinal clash with Tipperary after a much deserved 0-20 to 0-12 win over Galway at Walsh Park. Some awesome performances were on display, with Fourmilewater’s Jamie Barron shining throughout the 70 minutes. Congratulations on your quarter-final win lads and best of luck against Tipperary in the final four. MINOR FOOTBALL This Sunday morning will see Naomh Brid/St. Pat’s minor footballers seek a fourth win on the bounce when they take on St. Saviours. This has a Colligan venue and an 11.30 throwin. We would appreciate your support for the team. U-16 FOOTBALL Hard luck to Naomh Brid/St. Pat’s U-16 footballers who were outscored by a strong Dungarvan side last Sunday morning. Ballinacourty were also victorious over De La Salle in this division. SLIABH gCUA SPORTS PREDICTION The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club Sports Prediction competition has 41 early joint leaders on 19 pts. Well done to all. Congratulations to Ireland on winning an epic six nations, the prediction will be updated with this result shortly. Some Statistics: - 123 people out of 221 chose Ruby Walsh in securing the Cheltenham Festival Leading Jockey - 73 people selected ‘Other’ as Ireland had thirteen Cheltenham Winners. Check out sliabhgcuastmarys.com to check your form. If you have any queries regarding the competition, please email: secretary.stmarys.waterford@gaa.ie

Tourin TOURIN LOSE TO CLASHMORE On Sunday last in Tourin, we took on Clashmore in the opening round of the 2015 Western Intermediate hurling league. The two teams were both missing a few regulars but nonetheless provided an entertaining hours hurling. Clashmore were quicker off the blocks and raced into an early lead, however some steady free-taking from Daithi Wilkinson and points from Niall Fives and Sean Meaney reduced the gap to the minimum by half time. Defences were on top early in the second half with scores hard to come by, the windy conditions didn't help either. With time almost up, and Clashmore leading by 4 points, Daithi Wilkinson struck a goal to leave only one point in it, however, there was time for no more and Clashmore were victorious on a scoreline of 2-9 to 1-11. This was a good work-out for the team and while the result didn't go our way, there are still lots of positives to be taken. The team that lined out was - Colm Bennett, Shane Dunne, Brian Leahy, Jack Leahy, David O'Brien, Brendan Scanlan, Brian O'Donoghue, Tom O'Brien, Daniel Dransfield, Daithi Wilkinson, Niall Fives, Kevin Leahy, Sean Meaney, David Leahy, Ed Molumphy. Subs - Cathal Wilkinson for Ed Molumphy, Niall Leahy for Brian O'Donoghue, Tom McGrath for Sean Meaney.

BAG PACK POSTPONED Due to circumstances beyond our control, the bag pack had to be postponed on Saturday last. There will be another date arranged and all volunteers will be notified in due course. EASTER DRAW Members of Tourin Community hall will be out and about

selling tickets for their Annual Easter Draw. There will be a few hampers on offer as well as a few additional prizes. Your support would be much appreciated. FACEBOOK GURU I just want to mention that Joanne Leahy is doing a fantastic job on keeping all us facebookers up to date with the events taking place in or around the community. If you have not befriended Tourin Ballinwillin GAA, please do so as Joanne is continuously updating this page almost on a daily basis. 32 COUNTIES/24 HOURS Well Denis, Michael, Daniel and Gearoid (all in or around the 21 year age bracket) did not even need the 24 hours to complete their trip around all 32 counties from Saturday afternoon to Sunday at the weekend. They actually finished the whole circuit in under 18 hours in their Nissan Qashqui (kindly sponsored by J. Flood/Nissan Motors Dungarvan) as they zoomed around the countryside. And they had a 'homecoming' of sorts at the Cats Bar, Melleray on Sunday evening for all their family, friends and supporters. But the most important thing of all is that the lads set out to raise money for three very worthy charities Irish Cancer Society, CMFR Crumlin and West Waterford Hospice and were well supported. If you forgot or would like to still give a contribution now - you can email thirtytwo24@gmail.com for details. BADMINTON A few weeks back Sheena Wilkinson and Ruth Geoghegan had a win in the county championships final at Cappoquin Community Centre. Well done to both of you.

Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray UPCOMING FIXTURES PEIL SOISEAR INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED Cnoc Mellearii v. Cill Gobnait at an Coillegaein 7.30 p.m. Friday, 17th April Training will be communicated to all players in coming week and it is expected that where possible all players attend. To date we have played two football matches and a hurling match but would continue to urge the participation of all players at every training session or games held. CLOTHES COLLECTION A tremendous effort by all concerned last weekend resulted in a fantastic amount of clothing, etc., collected across the Melleray community and surrounding areas. As previously communicated, this is an important fundraiser for the club and one which contributes greatly to the financial stability of Melleray Glenrovers GAA Club. So to each and everyone who made a contribution many thanks to you all, your efforts are much appreciated. As we are still waiting to allocate clothes to the highest bidder, if anyone has more to give, please contact any committee member to arrange collection. DEISE DRAW Tickets are now available for purchase from all club members, monthly draw €10 or full inclusion €80. Congratulations extended to Bobby McCarthy c/o Tallow GAA who scooped first prize in March’s draw. Well done to all lucky prize winners. The Annual Golf Classic will be taking place during the weekend of the 22nd and 23rd May, 2015, this was a fantastic success last year and hopefully we can build on that success this year. Details to follow in coming weeks re registration etc, any further info needed at this stage, contact any club member. Looking forward to another successful Classic at Lismore Golf Club. MEMBERSHIP This is now due and can be paid to the following Committee members: Tony Hennebry, Mike Morris or Pa Lyons. OPEN MEETING An important meeting of club development in relation to the pitch will be held next Wednesday night at 7.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Community Hall in which we hope to have presentation of possible works that can be carried out on pitch for Sports capital Grants. We would hope that as many people as possible will attend on the night.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet TRAINING Training continues every Tuesday and Friday nights. Numbers are good but could be better as the Championship is only three weeks away. So now that the long evenings are

here it's time to get the boots back on. RACING SUCCESS Our good form on the racing track continues as local syndicate "Bus to Knock" including Paul and Breda Walsh struck it lucky in Clonmel last weekend. Best wishes and continued good luck from the club. SYMPATHY The club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Moroney family Coolnasmear on the death of Mrs. Margaret (Maggie) Moroney RIP. Maggie was one of life’s gentle souls and will be missed by all who knew her.

Bonmahon WEEKEND ACTION Both our junior and intermediate football teams were due to play on Saturday last. Unfortunately, our opposition for the junior game, St. Paul’s, could not field a team and although we got the points for the game it was disappointing not to fulfil the fixture. The other game saw our intermediates take to the field at Kill to take on Kilmacthomas at 5.30 p.m. The team lined out as follows: B. Murphy, R. Kiely, C. Buckley, K. Roche, K. Halley, J. Fenton, F. Buckley, P. Queally, M. Harney, N. Queally, J. Roche, C. Queally, D. Power, C. Hearn, and R. Walsh.

We started this game well with some good passing moves in the midfield and half forward lines. Michael Harney set the standard by kicking the opening point of the game and went on to dominate proceedings in the middle of the field alongside Patrick Queally. Richie Walsh showed there’s plenty of fuel in the tank for another season by chipping in with a couple of frees and a well taken penalty 10 minutes before the break. Kilmac offered little in the way of an attacking threat and only for a breakdown in the Bunmahon passing game towards the end of the first half the gap between the teams at the interval could have been much more. As it stood Bunmahon lead 1-7 to 2 points. Playing against the wind in the second period Bunmahon piled on the pressure with further goals from Conal Queally and Ciaran Hearn and a host of points from an array of scorers in all positions. Kilmac managed only one score in that half, a goal we are disappointed to have conceded as it was gifted to the opposition. We had the luxury of bringing on several substitutes including Kevin Dineen, Ivor Walsh, Ger Coffey and Charlie McKeown, who all made a contribution. The game finished 3-16 to 1-02 with the star players being Michael Harney at midfield and a powerful display from Jonathon Fenton at centre back. Next up in this division is Portlaw who will provide a stiffer test, so we will require everyone’s full commitment in the preparation for this fixture.

Ardmore Ardmore DEISE DRAW First draw took place on Friday night last in Stradbally but we had no luck. The club would like to acknowledge the super work that our Club Co-ordinator Noel Conway is doing for the Deise Draw and to the wonderful work from our promoters and Deise Draw members. UNDER 16 FOOTBALL Our Under 16 Footballers lined-out in a blustery Ardmore on Sunday morning against The Nire. Ardmore took advantage of the wind in the first half and put up a decent score. The lads continued to control the game in the second half and ran out winner on a decent score line. With Easter Holiday upon us the lads are now out again on Wednesday, 31st for which we will update next week. LOTTO RESULTS While I missed out on the lotto updates for last week I can confirm that the lotto still stands. Last night draw was for a jackpot of €8,400. The numbers drawn were 6, 7, 17, 19…with no winner to report. Our five €20 lucky dip winners were…Paul McCarthy c/o Keevers Bar Ardmore; Dan & Christine Collins c/o Ardmore Post Office; Paul Foley c/o Keevers Bar; Kay Farrell c/o Ardmore Post Office & Cathleen Troy c/o Quinn’s Superstore Ardmore. Next week’s lotto will take place at The Round Tower Hotel with a Jackpot of €8,500. Thank you for you continued support of our weekly lotto. INTER-COUNTRY While our Hurlers have excelled in the League campaign

we look forward to a National League semi-final on the 19th as Waterford face up to Tipperary 4 pm at Nowlan Park Kilkenny. With that said our County Footballer League campaign did no stand up to the success of the McGrath Cup. Last Sunday Waterford travelled to London and came away with a draw…and were unlucky not to take all point. It was good to see Sean Barron get his opportunity between the posts as he has proved to be an excellent keeper in the past years for our Club and County. With the c’ship looming we wish the County Footballer the best and hope things improve for all. EASTER HOLIDAYS We wish all our young Students across the schools / colleges a happy Easter break. With exams looming many will welcome the time off while others will take up some extra study hours as the Leaving Cert is fast approaching.

Stradbally U-21 FOOTBALL Well done to our U-21 Footballers who bowed out of the championship last weekend against the Brickeys in Fraher Field. It was a game two halves with The Brickeys doing all the scoring in the first half aided by a very strong breeze, and Stradbally doing all the scoring in the second half, but unfortunately it was not enough. The final score was Stradbally 1-7; The Brickeys 2-10. A special thanks to the management team of Eoin Cunningham, Robert Ahearn and Kevin Coffey. Again well done to all the players. COPPER COAST CYCLE DAY Date for your diary. Plans are well underway for this year's annual cycle day, it will take place on Sunday, 10th May Paul Heffernan is at the moment planning the routes. It is decided this year to have a 90K cycle for the more serious cyclist's. Watch this space for more details later. DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw of 2015 took place on Friday night last in the Stradbally Social Centre. Breda Kiely won €50 co-ordinator prize. We would like to thank all the people that joined up this year again, hopefully we can pull off the big prize again this year. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE We will play Rathgormack in the Senior Football league (Phelan Cup) on Bank Holiday Monday, 6th April at the Kill venue at 2 p.m. Please note change of venue and time. ON COUNTY DUTY On County duty last weekend were David Grey who made the long journey to London to play for the Waterford Senior Footballers against London to secure a draw, also Michael Brick Walsh who played for Waterford Senior Hurlers against Galway in Walsh Park and secured a semi-final spot in the league. PLEDGE FOR KIKO Well done to Kiko Casey who lost twenty one and a half pounds in the Stradbally Operation Transformation. Anyone that pledged money to Kiko for every pound he lost, please contact Breda Kiely on 087-6291930. Again thanks to Kiko for the wonderful effort he put in. VIKING MARATHON Stradbally GAA is launching a fundraising drive for their new pitch development and are looking for volunteers to run either the quarter, half or full marathon in this year’s Viking Marathon. Runners will be grouped together based on their ability and the distance they intend to train for. The groups will then train together and support each other so nobody will feel left behind. You do not need to have ran before to take part and we will support anyone wishing to be a part of this event. Training schedules will be decided by the individual groups and can be tailored to suit your busy lives. The club will pay the entry fee and supply each runner with a custom made running top to acknowledge their efforts for their community. Each runner will be asked to raise money for pitch development and upon completion of their chosen distance the runners will be honoured at the club, with a celebratory night on the 27th of June, 2015. Runners will be assisted with their fundraising efforts by the club who will run a series of events such as a quiz night, classic movie night and a local fun run. The runners will be required to participate/attend (with friends) to these events which will help the runner to raise money for the pitch development.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series launched

Pictured at the Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan League were John Lucey, Mark Mason league sponsor and Eleanor Casey

Eddie Doran, Mark Mason Sponsor and Tony Ferncombe pictured in the wood at Colligan for the Mason Mortgages and Financial services Colligan league.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Success for West Waterford Athletes in Santry and Athlone OVER the last two weekends West Waterford athletes have been in action at national and international level in cross country and track and field events. MICHEAL POWER COMPETES FOR IRELAND Micheal Power was in action in Santry at the Schools International Cross Country Championships. Running over 5500m Micheal finished 23rd in the race and was a member of the Irish team that finished second in the team event. This was a very good result for the Irish team as they finished behind a strong English team but well ahead of Scotland and Wales. Micheal was the only Munster athlete to make the Irish team and it was a great honour for his school St. Augustine’s and his club West Waterford to have Micheal competing at this event. This was the final event of the cross country season and the focus from now on will be on track and field. ALL-IRELAND TITLES FOR POLE VAULTERS Our pole vaulters were in action in the new indoor arena in Athlone which hosted the All- Ireland indoor championships. A great competition took place in the under 19 boys where three athletes Jamie Fennell and Micheal Power who competed on the Irish team at the Schools International Cross Country.Jurijs Kanash of West Waterford and Brian Flynn of Lusk all cleared 4m.10cms. In the end the competition

Micheal Power who competed on the Irish team at the Schools International Cross Country.

Eoghan Flynn winner of the javelin at the AAI Spring Throws Competition.

was decided on faults with Jamie Fennell coming out best and taking the gold medal. His great rival Jurijs had to settle for bronze. There was gold also for Patrick Fitzgerald who competing in his first All-Ireland cleared 2m 10 to win the under 15 title. Another newcomer to the sport Craig Cluna finished 3rd in the under 16 boys with a clearance of 2m70. In the under 16 girls Aoife Lai finished just outside the medals in 4th place and Victoria O’Hara was 6th in the under 15 girls. Well done to all those who qualified to compete at this event. FIRST ALL-IRELAND MEDAL FOR EOGHAN FLYNN Eoghan Flynn also travelled to Athlone to compete in the Spring Throws competition. Conditions in the outside area were cold and wet with gusting winds, weather not conducive to good throwing. Eoghan made light of the

conditions and with his first round throw of 45m 78 took the gold medal in the 700gm javelin competition. This effort added almost seven mts to his personal best. He can look forward to even longer throws as the weather and conditions improve over the summer months. TRAINING CONTINUES OVER THE HOLIDAYS Our juvenile athletes will continue to train over the holidays on Wednesday and Friday at 6 pm in the Friary with the exception of Good Friday when there will be no training. DATES FOR YOU DIARY Easter Monday St. Senans Open Sports. Sunday, 12th April Ferrybank Open Sports. Sunday, 19th Leevale Open Sports. Wed., 22nd Waterford Schools Championships. Wed., 29th East Munster Girls Championships Templemore.

AS the song goes 21 years is a mighty long time. Well 21 years it is since West Waterford AC and Ger Wyley of Wyley Sports and Footwear, Dungarvan teamed up to organise a road race series which from small beginning's has blossomed into the country's premier road race series and the only one with 11 races which runs throughout the Summer months from April to August with a diverse programme of events which holds something in it for everyone distance and terrain wise. The club has been fortunate with the phenomenal sponsorship from Ger over the 21 years, a sponsorship which is by far the club's largest sponsorship deal and we are indebted to Ger and the Wyley family for their unstinted support of our club for all these years and Ger's ongoing support which he gives to the club which from day one has been unquestionably brilliant. Back in the day when we first introduced the hand held timing clock when funds were very low it was Ger who put the lámh in the pocket and helped us out, but how things have changed since then with large finishing clocks, smaller hand held devices and of course chip timing etc. not in place, you could say we have come along way. Ger was responsible for securing our first associate sponsor of the series along with himself at the time it was Fila sports who for some years came on board, then we had Nike for many more years and now it's the top international brand Skins, all these sponsors were brought on board by Ger himself and it's this kind of support that has helped our club progress to the current healthy state that we find ourselves in presently. For the past 21 years on behalf of all associated with the club and indeed sports in general we say thank you, and as with all our sponsors we urge all our members to support our sponsors when appropriate. In thanking Ger we must also sincerely thank Skins for their huge contribution to our series and our club, to David Ling General Manager for the UK and Ireland and David McCarthy, Manager of Skins Ireland for coming on board again this year for the road racing series for the 3rd year. The annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series in West Waterford gets underway on Friday, 10th April with the 2nd Annual M T S Broadband Ballinroad 5k road race. There is an 11 race programme during the Summer months, culminating in the GSK 5 mile on Friday, August 22nd. For further information please contact James 086-8184762 or info@westwaterfordathletics.org RAE ENTRY FEE STAYS AT €5 Two years ago the club

Picture taken at the very first launch of the Ger Wyley Sports Summer series 21 years ago this year. At that time, our first associate sponsor were Fila l-r: Nora Healy, club Secretary (RIP); Aidan Walker, Fila Ireland; Ger Wyley, sponsor; James Veale, Club Chairman; Mary Rose Drummy, club treasurer. reduced its race entry fee to €5 and the results was increased numbers participating in our events, this year once again indeed for the third year in succession we have decided to continue this trend with a €5 entry fee for club organised races in the series which is brilliant value and is not repeated by any other race series anywhere taking into consideration also that our races are chipped timed with no added cost to you the runner. (where else now would you get that value). The overall prize fund for the series will remain the same as last year and this is achievable with thanks to the generosity of our great sponsors. We will continue with the same prize fund for this year also. As a non-profit making club which has always strived to cater for all levels of participants and promoted itself as having events organised for runners by runners, we know from the feedback that runners appreciated the efforts being made by our club in this matter and participants from far and near came and supported our efforts by participating in West Waterford organised events. We're really looking forward to seeing runners of all standards back again this coming Summer series. ATHLETES INFORMATION FOR SUMMER SERIES 1. You must pay to enter each race - if you would like to join the series, you pay €5 separately. 2. For those that join the series, we keep track of your finishing position in each race that you do and your final score will be your best 5 races. You must do a minimum of 6 races to count in the series. 3. After the final race, prizes will be awarded to the top ten men overall and also to the 20th, 30th, 40th man, every 10th position. 4. In the ladies, prizes will be awarded to the top five women overall and also to the 10th, 15th, 20th finisher, every 5th finisher. 5. A €30 SKINS voucher

(redeemable at Ger Wyley Sports Shop) will be awarded to any runner that takes part in any 6 of the 11 races. CAN YOU COMPLETE FIVE FROM TEN? We will continue this year with the rewards system where any runner that completes 6 out of the 11 races will once again qualify for a SKINS voucher redeemable at Ger Wyley’s Sports to the value of €30. Best value summer series in the country. Ballinroad 5k - Philip Harty 2014-15.25; Sinead Mansfield 2014-15.41 Butlerstown 4 mile Trevor Power 2014 - 20.47; Martina O'Dwyer 2014-23.50 Waterford – Tramore 7 miles - Sandis Bralitis 201036.44; Pauline Lambe 201044.03 Ardmore 5 miles - Philip Harty 2013-24.30; Madeline Loughnane 2009-29.06 Touraneena 5k - David McCarthy 2008-14.26; Vanessa Molloy 1997-17.41 Clashmore 5 miles Sandis Bralitis 2008-24.58; Pauline Lambe 2010-29.45 Dromana 5 miles - John Treacy 1994-23.49; Pauline Lambe 2010-29.20 Marine Climb 10k James Sullivan 1995-30.20; Siobhan O’Doherty 200937.48 Ballymacarbry 5 miles David McCarthy 2012-23.55; Pauline Lambe 2010-29.48 Ras Na Rinne 6 miles William Harty 2000-29.14; Lori Stitch 1998-35.14 and Pauline Lambe 2009-35.14 Glaxosmithkline 5 miles - Sandis Bralitis 2008-24.32; Sinead Cummins 200429.20. MICHEÁL O HOGÁIN MEMORIAL CUP WINNERS The following are a list of the previous overall winners of the summer series Male - James O’Sullivan (1995-1997) Philip Harty (1996) William Harty (1998-19992000-2001-2003) Peter Duggan (20022004) Raivis Zakis (2005-20122013) Sandis Bralitis (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010) Brian Murphy (2011) Kevin Kenneally (2014)

Female - Rebecca Harty (1995) Una Murray (1996) Geraldine Guiry (1997) Catherine Hennessey (1999-2000-2001) Jackie Carty (1998-20032004-2005-2006) Sinead Crotty (2007) Corinna Walsh (20022008-2011-2012 ) Pauline Lambe (20092010) Nollaig O’Neill (2013) Martina O'Dwyer (2014). ZUZANA MALIKOVA VOUCHER Club member, Zuzana Malikova has once again this year as she did the last two year’s generously agreed to donate a prize of 2 Sports Massage vouchers for each of the races in the summer series. Our thanks go to Zuzana for donating these prizes to the Summer series. We in turn ask our Summer series runners to support Zuzana and all our sponsors when appropriate. Zuzana is a Neuromuscular Physical Therapist and Massage therapist and is based at the Complementary Health Clinic, Tournore, Abbeyside. She can be contacted at 0871218721. WEST WATERFORD ATHLETIC CLUB GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER ROAD RACING SERIES 2015 Race 1 Ballinroad 5k 10th April 2015 Race 2 Butlerstown 4 Mile 17th April 2015 Race 3 Waterford to Tramore 7.5 Mile 2nd May 2015 Race 4 Ardmore 5 mile 22nd May 2015 Race 5 Touraneena 5K 29th May 2015 Race 6 Clashmore 5 Mile 12th June 2015 Race 7 Dromana 5 Mile 19th June 2015 Race 8 Marine Climb 6 Mile 3rd July 2015 Race 9 Ballymacarbry 5 Mile 24th July 2015 Race 10 Ras Na Rinne 6 Mile 7th August 2015 Race 11 GSK 5 Mile 21st August 2015 All individual race details can be viewed at www.westwaterfordathletics.org or on club face book.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan Spring Running League kicks off ROUND 1 of the Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan Spring League took place last Wednesday evening on a miserable, wet and dull evening for running. We got underway exactly at 6.30 p.m. – starter on the night was league sponsor Mark Mason. Despite the conditions we had a brilliant turn-out of 89 participants taking part on the night, 17 completing the 2 laps, 14 ran the 5 mile flat course which is 3½ laps of the wood and road and finally 58 took on the challenging 5 mile hill route. This league will continue for the next three Wednesday evening’s (April 1st, 8th and 15th) and, of course, we will have the extra hour this week which is very welcome, so no excuses folks why not come along and give it a go for yourself. Just come to the club van at the wooden bridge around 6.15 p.m. and we will get you started. 2 LAPS The 2 lappers were led home this week by Michael Horgan. In second was

league regular, Ger Cummins. First lady was another league regular, Ann Quinn. She was followed home by Micheal Moynihan. Well done to everyone who took part and remember if you want to change to the 5 miles any week you can, just let us know when you are entering. 5 MILES FLAT We had 14 runners taking part in the 5 mile flat route which of course is the same course as the Colligan Cup race held in January. Runners must make their way to the starting point near the stone bridge and assemble there until the race begins. The route takes in 3½ laps approximately of the wood and road and is a most enjoyable run. As was the case on the first night of this league last year, the first 2 home were Michael Ryan and Jason Travers. Next was our first lady Corinna Walsh followed by marathon man Paul Brunnock. It was great to see so many Winter League participants taking part in this league as well as so many regulars. Well done to all

who took part in week 1 and keep up the efforts for the next three weeks lads it will be worth it. 5 MILE HILLS A great crowd of 58 runners took part on the first night of the league with 38 men and 20 ladies completing the challenging course. First home on the night was former league winner, Kevin Kenneally followed by Mossie Keogh and Anthony Flynn. First lady finisher on the night was Sandra Prendergast. Well done to all who took up the challenge of the hills this week and remember, what doesn’t kill you will definitely make you stronger. SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Once again thanks to Mark Mason of Mason Mortgages and Financial Services, Cappoquin for his kind sponsorship and also for his attendance at the league each year. As always thank you to Sharon and Shirley who took the entries, and manned the finish line and to Jim and John who stewarded the course.

Carrick AC Three Counties Race Series CARRICK-on-Suir A.C.’s 3 Counties Challenge will be held again this year, indeed the series is now in its 9th year. This year’s Series will start on Friday, 24th April with the Third running of the Faugheen 5Km Road race. This will be followed closely by the Jordan Memorial Portlaw 5 Mile Road race on Friday, 8th May. The third race in the series will be back in County Tipperary and the ever popular “Deadman’s” 5 Mile Road race on Friday 5th June. The penultimate Race in the Series is

back to County Waterford again, and the picturesque village of Rathgormack for the Auto Power Rathgormack 5 Mile on July 10th. Finally, the Series will end in County Kilkenny with the Morris Oil Piltown 10Km Road race on Friday, 31st July. There will be an Overall Men’s and Women’s Series Prize of €150 and a perpetual Trophy (4 out of 5 Races to count). And a great new addition to the series will be a prize of a Ladies and Men’s Pair of New Balance Running Shoes worth

€130 to be raffled off at each race amongst the non-prize winning participants, courtesy of our Series Sponsor Outfield Sports. Finally, any one running 4 out of 5 Races will receive a Voucher for €25 to go towards New Balance Running Shoes at Outfield Sports. All entries are on the night €10 per Race, and you can save money by signing up for the series for €40 on the first night – that’s 5 Races for the price of 4! There will be up to date information on the club website at www.carrickroadrunners.ie and on our club Facebook page.

3rd Annual Fun Michael Tutty fifth at European Masters Run/Walk in Poland WELL done to club master athlete Michael Tutty who was competing in Torun, Poland last weekend at the European masters indoor championships where he was in action in the over 50 Javelin competition. Michael finished a creditable 5th in the competition with a best throw of 35.16.

IN AID OF THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, CRUMLIN EASTER MONDAY IN AGLISH THE 3rd annual Aglish Fun Run takes place on Easter Monday 6th April 2015.10k run/5k run or 5 k walk. Entry fee €7 or a donation. Registration from 11 a.m., walk starts 11.30 a.m. run starts 11.45 a.m. Refreshments afterwards in Aglish Community Hall. Numerous spot prizes. sponsorship cards available on request. facebook aglishfunrun@gmail.com mobile 086-8474285.

Number 16 for Eddie EDDIE Doran made the long journey last Saturday to Omagh, Co. Tyrone for county race number 16 in his 32 county race challenge. Eddie ran the half marathon there in a time of 1.42. Well done Eddie.

Ray and Ted complete Rathdrum Marathon THOSE men of the marathon were at it once again last Saturday. Ted O'Leary and Ray Burke made the journey to Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow. Ted ran a time of 3.32.26 and Ray ran 3.40.15. Great stuff lads.

Club Wedding Pictured is Michael Tutty who was 5th at the over 50 European Masters Javelin Championships in Poland last week.

Committee Meeting OUR next senior club committee meeting will be held in Minnies bar on Thursday night, April 2nd at 8.30 pm.

CONGRATULATIONS to club member Gregory and Eilish Fitzgerald on the occasion of their recent marriage. Health and happiness to you both from all at West Waterford AC.

Sympathy WEST Waterford Athletic Club extends sincere sympathy to the families and friends of Marie Grant, Strandside North, Abbeyside and Jamie Kiely, Shandon St., Dungarvan who passed to their eternal rewards. May they rest in peace.

Pictured at the Wednesday evening Mason Mortgages and Financial services Colligan league were Brian Ormond, Mark Cliffe, Kevin Casey and Sinead O'Meara.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

MTS Broadband sponsored Ballinroad 5k in association with Ballinroad Soccer Club kicks starts Summer Series FRIDAY week, April 10th sees the start of the Ger Wyley Sports/Nike Summer series for 2015 when the 2nd Annual MTS Media Ballinroad 5k will get this year's series under way. This year we are delighted to be able to help and support the local community in Ballinroad as the local soccer club strives to add a new Astro playing pitch to its club facilities, The race will incorporate a fun run/walk with all proceeds from them going towards the clubs fund for this project. Starting at 7 pm with Ballinroad Soccer club as the race H. Q. A huge turnout is expected if last year is anything to go by as we deem the race to be the fastest flattest 5k course around. Our

sincere thanks to club committee member John Coleman of MTS Broadband for attaining the sponsorship for this race. As you know in West Waterford AC we like to cater for all and have different prize structures in all our races, for the Ballinroad race we will have prizes for the top 5 men and women with spots for down the field finishers and for only a €5 entry fee we will have chip timing at no added cost to you the runners. The course chosen for the race is an excellent out and back course which is very flat so if your first attempt at the 5k distance or you’re looking for a fast time on a flat fast course this is your opportunity to shine. Full race details in next week's notes.

But for now spread the work Ballinroad 5k it could be the start of something big. GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2015. 2ND ANNUAL M. T. S. BROADBAND BALLINROAD 5K IN ASSOCIATION WITH BALLINROAD SOCCER CLUB Save queuing on race night by entering the Ballinroad M.T.S. Media 5k online now on active works or via West Waterford Athletic Club website! On "upcoming fixtures" under Ballinroad 5k click "enter". Cost is €5.35 in total. Numbers can be collected on the evening of race. https://endurancecui.active .com/event-reg/select-race

3rd place finish for Munster Eamonn Cashin in Masters Marathon Road title for Dover THERE was a West race along the pier, due to Waterford AC bluebird over expansion. The event Philip Harty the Cliffs of Dover last port raised funds for the Brathay PHILIP Harty made his debut in the Masters category at road championship racing last Sunday in Kilmallock Co. Limerick where the senior, novice and masters Munster road championships were held. Philip showed that he will be a force to be reckoned with in masters running when he showed a clean pair of heels to the field in this category and he finished 4th overall in the Senior race as well. Well done Philip on a brilliant Munster gold medal winning performance.

Running Quote YOUR body has to be listened to more than before. For us [older runners], we have to be smarter in order to perform well.

Saturday when Eamonn Cashin took part in the Port of Dover race festival marathon. A marathon which seemed to be well over the official marathon distance of 26.2 as most race finishers recorded distances which were closer to 27 miles than 26 at the finish line, in any case it was a worthwhile trip for Eamonn who clocked an impressive 3.14.27 to take 3rd finisher overall. The race was held on a circuit at the Port of Dover set against the iconic backdrop of the country’s famous white cliffs and magnificent Dover Castle, the event comprised of a multi-looped course from the eastern end of the seafront along to the west and to the end of the Prince of Wales pier. The 2015 event was the last time that runners will be able to

Trust. Well done Eamonn.

Pictured is club member Eamonn Cashin who finished a brilliant 3rd in last Saturday’s Dover marathon.

GOLF

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Tuesday Special Competition – Tuesday, 24th March Cat. 1 Joe Yellop (20) 29 pts. Cat. 2 Adrian Yellop (10) 33 pts. Wednesday Open Singles – 25th March 1st Brian O’Connor (9) Gold Coast 42 pts; 2nd Liam Reilly (21) 39 pts; 3rd Seamus Lambert (21) 37 pts. Ardmore Society at Water Rock – Saturday, 28th March 1st. Gerry O’Brien 36 pts, 2nd. John Joyce 35 pts, 3rd. Joe Murphy 34 pts. FIXTURES Monday, 30th March – Sunday, 5th April – Sunshine Classic Team event. Easter Monday, 6th April – Junior Scratch Cup. Wednesday, 8th April – Al Eile Qualifier Open 18 hole stableford. Friday, 10th April – South Munster Open Seniors. SUNSHINE CLASSIC MARCH 28th – APRIL 5th The 2015 Sunshine Classic got underway at the weekend with a steady flow of teams taking on the windy conditions as they set out to qualify for the Grand final on

Saturday, 11th April. The classic continues throughout the week up to and including Sunday, 5th April. With the Easter holiday weekend approaching this provides the ideal opportunity for golfers to enjoy a team event in friendly surroundings. We will be on hand to meet you and share a cuppa in the horsebox at the 9th. The top 7 teams plus the 9 best daily winners will compete in the final where first prize is a four person holiday to Portugal with B&B and golf included. Second prize is a 4 ball at the European club with overnight B&B and dinner at the Glenview hotel. Third is a 4Ball at Woodenbridge Golf Club including B&B plus dinner at Woodenbridge Hotel. There are three other prizes of valuable green-fees. Our Visitor Bonanza could see up to 7 visiting golfers winning one year membership to West Waterford golf club. You don’t have to be a golfer to win a prize as our Super Raffle is also offering a 2 person holiday to the Algarve as first prize with many other valauable prizes. Tickets are

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 24th March: css 40 pts Open Seniors, 50 +, Ladies and Gents. 1st John Hughes (13) 38 pts b.9; 2nd Liam Clancy (16) 38 pts. Saturday, 28th March: Club Competition css 37 pts 1st Seanie Lenihan (18) 33 pts. Sunday, 29th March: club competition css 38 pts 1st Austin Kiely (13) 35 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 31st March: Open Seniors, 50 +, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 3rd April: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 4th April: Club Competition. Sunday, 5th April: Monthly Medal, Blue and Stroke. Tuesday, 7st April: Open Seniors, 50 + Ladies and Gents. EASTER LAMB All legs of lamb will be available for collection on Friday next 3rd April from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. If you can’t pick it up, ask someone to do it for you, The following are the

prize-winners: David O'Connor, Brian O'Connor, Leo Wall, Michael Kavanagh, Jimmy Beresford, Nicholas Power, Benny Kiely, Seanie Lenihan, Shane Casey, Johnny Ryan, Paddy Walsh, Des O'Brien, Rogie Cashin, Shane Casey, Frank Waters, Joe Curran, Sheila Coyne, Elaine Goss, Martina Corkery, Anne McGrath, Joan Mansfield, Lorraine Troy. END OF WINTER RULES The course is very close to being ready for Summer Rules so please keep an eye on the notice board for further information. If there is no real deterioration to the weather during the week Summer Rules will probably come in for the Open on Friday. SUNDAY HALF SUB COMPETITION This year there will be a change in the format of the Half Sub Competitions 2015. There will be four competitions as qualifiers with the best three scores to count. Three of the competitions will be off white tees and the final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

available in the office or at the bar. So we invite you to come along and try your luck and to sample the West Waterford Welcome for yourself. We look forward to meeting you. Time sheets are now posted in the clubhouse or you can book your time by ringing 058 43216. Full details of classic rules and format plus full list of prizes are available at www.westwaterfordgolf.com SUNSHINE RAFFLE In conjunction with our Classic we are running a raffle in which first prize is a trip for 2 people to the Algarve for 5 nights B&B. The prize includes a €200 voucher towards your travel. If you fancy a week in the sun this is your chance. Many other valuable prizes to be won. Tickets are now on sale at the club and from classic committee members. TOP 3 FINISH FOR GARY HURLEY IN ARGENTINA Mr Consistency, Gary Hurley shot rounds of 70, 72, 72 and 70 to finish in third place at the Southern Cross Invitational in Argentina at the weekend. The Irish team had to settle for second place to a strong finishing French side in the team event. The West Waterford / NUI Maynooth golfer finished best of the Irish in a world class field as he continued his consistent run of form in 2015. SEAMUS POWER SHOWS IMPROVED FORM ON WEB.COM TOUR Having made his second consecutive cut Seamus Power recorded 6 birdies in

the third round to move into the top 10 at the Chilimacha Louisiana Open last weekend. Mixed fortune in the fourth round saw him drop to 22nd place finishing on 8 under for the competition. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE Our South East League showed a return to form as they recorded an impressive 4.5 to 1.5 victory over Castlemartyr at Dungarvan on Sunday. The final round of the league will be played at Castlemartyr on Sunday at 1 p.m when we take on Mahon. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE FINAL SUNDAY, 12th APRIL Killeagh will take on Kinsalebeg in the final of the 2015 Winter league.The scene is now set for the final on Sunday, 12th April when both teams go head to head in quest of the Cole Memorial trophy. It promises to be an extremely close affair with every match up for grabs and both teams having a good mix of youth and experience. I wouldn’t dare make a prediction as to the result but what I can predict is an exciting encounter between two teams who have battled their way to the final. Good luck to all on the day. UNDER 19 SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIP St. Augustine’s take on Castletroy in the semi-final at Muskerry GC. The team has a strong West Waterford representation with Eoin Conway, Aaron Crotty, Conor Sheehan and Jonathan Hanlon joining forces with Michael Lenihan from Gold

Coast. We wish the team the very best of luck in the competition. MUSKERRY JUNIOR SCRATCH CUP MATCHPLAY Best of Luck to West Waterford players Aaron Crotty and Conor Sheehan who have qualified for the Muskerry Junior Scratch Cup Matchplay next Weekend. TUESDAY TREAT AT WEST WATERFORD Tuesday golf proved very popular during the Spring/Summer season in 2014. The good news is that we are back with a bigger and better program for 2015. The 13 hole competition is open to members and visitors and we welcome former members and golfers who are presently not members of a club to come along and enjoy a game in friendly surroundings. An Open Seniors will be added to the program commencing on Tuesday 7th April and each Tuesday thereafter. With something for everyone we look forward to welcoming you to West Waterford for the Tuesday Treat. WEDNESDAY AL EILE OPEN SINGLES QUALIFIER Our annual Wednesday qualifier gets underway on Wednesday, 8th April. For a modest entry fee of €15 you can enjoy a memorable round with weekly prizes and the chance to qualify for the Grand final in September. DUNGARVAN SENIOR PAIRS CLASSIC 2015 This highly popular tournament will be played over the

three local courses, Dungarvan, Gold Coast, and West Waterford on April 14th,15th and 16th. Three different formats in use over the three days – Two Person Rumble, Fourball Betterball and 2 Person Dixie. For more information contact the office at 058 43216. RULES NIGHT AT WEST WATERFORD – APRIL 8th 2015 You are reminded that the GUI Roadshow Rules of Golf night takes place at West Waterford on April 8th. Open to ladies and gents, members of Dungarvan and Gold Coast are invited to attend. EASTER CHALLENGE CUP Final week of Easter Challenge. Nissan player Liam Suipeil extends his lead by 6 pts. Former champion and ever consistent Robert Torpey is second on 53 pts. Eoin Donnelly keeps An Gaeltacht pub ‘Mooney’s’ on the map in 3rd position on 50 pts. Dinger Kenneally will be looking to the ‘Flynn Group’ for injection of investment to make up table. Best two 13 hole cards to count up until Easter Monday. Scoreboard: Liam Suipeil (Nissan) 59 pts, Robert Torpey (GSK) 53 pts, Eoin Donnelly (Mooney’s) 50 pts and Dinger Kenneally (Park Hotel) 42 pts. Full leaderboard on Facebook. The best two 13 hole cards all the way to Easter Monday EASTER RUN – MONTH OF MARCH Best 2 Cards over 13 Holes, 1st March to Easter

Sunday, 5th April. JUNIOR NOTES Easter Golf Camps: Camp 1: March 31st-April 3rd. Camp 2: 4th-7th April. Contact Tim 086 3521070 to book your place. WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB LADIES 18 hole ongoing sponsored by Marie Curran – Shauna Wall (28) 43 points; June Whyte (17) 36 points; Margaret O’Sullivan (23) 35 points. SUNSHINE GOLF CLASSIC Our annual Sunshine Golf Classic will continue until 5th April, 2015. This is a 4 person team event, open to men, women and mixed, with an array of fabulous top prizes to be won. Full classic details available at www.westwaterfordgolf.com, or contact the WW office 058 43216/087 8146888. FIXTURES 18 hole Stableford – Thursday 9th OR Sunday, 12th April, kindly sponsored by the Interlude Restaurant. April 9 hole kindly sponsored by Eileen Harty – 2 cards to count. GOLF LESSON There will be a series of group lessons for beginners/restarting/getting cack to basics. These will commence on Wednesday, 1st April, from 6.30–8.00 for 6 weeks. If interested please check out the notice board, or contact the WW office. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY The rules Roadshow will take place in West Waterford on Wednesday, 8th April.

competition off blue tees. Only the day off the blue tees qualify for Golfer of the Year. The qualifying competitions are as follows: 12th April: Bobby Buckley Memorial, Sunday, 19th July, 6th Sept: Gareth Taylor, 21st Sept. Final Round. FACEBOOK The Golf Club will be using our Facebook page more often from now on to let people know what is happening and also for some spot offers which will only be available on Facebook only. Please like our page so that you can follow what is happening here in the Gold Coast. MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES The draw for this competition will take place on Sunday, 5th April at 4 p.m. Please enter your name on sheet provided in kiosk and pay the entry fee of €5 if you wish to take part. FIRST MONTHLY MEDAL AND GOLFER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION The competition year gets underway on Sunday, 5th April when the first of six monthly medals will take place. All monthly medals count towards ‘Golfer of the Year’. As mentioned above, hopefully it will be played off full Summer Rules. UNDER 19 SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIP St Augustines take on Castletroy in the semi-final at Muskerry GC on Monday, 30th March. The team is con-

sists of Goldcoast’s Michael Lenihan along with a strong West Waterford representation with Eoin Conway, Aaron Crotty, Conor Sheehan and Jonathan Hanlon. We wish the team the very best of luck in the competition. TRIAL MEMBERSHIP If you would like to try out playing golf without paying out too much for membership then why not try out the trial membership package available here in the Gold Coast. This membership will offer a trial period for beginners and will afford them the time to play on the course Monday to Friday and at special times on the weekends. It lasts for six weeks and costs €60. After the six weeks players can opt to extend it and become members of the club at a very attractive rate. Please note that this is for players who have not been members of a golf club previously or players who never had a handicap JIMMY BRUEN The Gold Coast are down to play Waterford Castle in a preliminary round match in the Jimmy Bruen Shield and this will take place in West Waterford on Saturday, 25th April at 12.30 p.m. Derek Power is the manager of this team and anyone wishing to be part of the panel should contact Derek as soon as possible. RULES NIGHT The GUI Rules Roadshow is in West Waterford on Wednesday, 8th April at 8

p.m. and all members of the Gold Coast are invited to attend. Last year we hosted the event and for all present it proved to be very beneficial and everyone present learned something new about the rules. The show is presented by Barry Lynch and Tommy Donnelly, two very experienced referees, and they present it in a way that simplifies the rules with demonstrations on greens, fairways, roughs and bunkers. JB CARR V WEST WATERFORD This first round match will take place in the Gold Coast on Wednesday 1st April at 3 p.m. Any support would be greatly appreciated. LADIES NOTES Easter Lamb Competition: Our Easter Lamb competition is now in full swing for this year, as always this is confined to 15 entries per competition. As Easter is early this year, get your skates on and procure a delicious leg of spring lamb for your Sunday lunch!! Results Lamb No. 5: Joan Mansfield 18 pts. Results Lamb No. 6: Lorraine Troy 22 pts. Waterford Castle 18 hole 2 card Competition: This competition commences on Monday, 16th March and runs till the end of April, now is your chance to win green fees to play this stunning course all for an entry fee of €5 and re-entry €3!!

Irish Daily Mail Foursomes: Congratulations to Rosie and Elaine who took the honours against a tough Lismore pairing of Betty Joyce and Hannah Lucas on Saturday, 14th March in the Gold Coast GC, their next match will be against Mitchelstown GC on a date to be decided before 14th April. We wish them the very best for their forthcoming match, and are confident they will do us proud!! Easter Egg Competition: A great success, full report next week Lady Captains Outing: It is proposed that our outing this year will be to Lahinch GC on Sunday, 5th July, tee available from 1.30 p.m., if you wish to travel please add your name to sheet in kiosk. Rules Night: A rules night will be held in West Waterford GC on Wednesday, 8th April at 8 p.m., this is a great opportunity to brush up on the basics and make yourself aware of new changes being implemented. Demonstrations are given on all aspects of the rulings in question with audience participation. I would encourage a full attendance of ladies for what is a very informative evening. Rule No.1 = Never think you know it all!! For more info, please refer to Men’s notes. Charity Head Shave: Our treasurer Ruth has decided to go beyond the call of duty and have her golden locks

shaved for charity, this is something she always wanted to do, and now has plucked up the courage in aid of SERT and Bru Columbanus. Her personal hairdresser Richard Hannigan (cousin) is coming from Waterford to do the honours, and the date is Friday, 10th April in the Gold Coast, sponsorship cards are in circulation and Ruth would appreciate any contribution made. Golf Subscription: Our thanks to all ladies who have paid their membership for 2015 and to those who have signed up for direct debits. Please be aware that membership fees are due in November each year, and we would appreciate your contribution as soon as possible Trial membership: If you would like to try out playing golf without paying out too much for membership then why not try out the trial membership package available here in the Gold Coast. This membership will offer a trial period for beginners and will afford them the time to play on the course Monday to Friday and at special times on the weekends. It lasts for six weeks and costs €60. After the six weeks players can opt to extend it and become members of the club at a very attractive rate. Please note that this is for players who have not been members of a golf club previously or players who never had a handicap.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net

ANOTHER busy week has just past. The popular June Hayes hosted her Captain’s Prize in the Home Alliance with Maeve Fitzgerald shooting 36 points to take the honours in testing conditions. Michael Keoghan from the Oddballs society managed a “hole in one” on sixteen. A busy festive period is in store with plenty of Open competitions for Gents, Ladies and juniors to participate in. An Easter Scramble is planned for Easter Monday and an Adult Junior Fun Scramble will take place on Sunday 12th. We would like to wish John Reynolds, Alan Thomas and Kevin Stack the best of luck as they head west for the West of Ireland Championship. The boys have been practicing hard so I wouldn’t be surprised if they do well and you can follow their progress on the GUI website. In other news the managers have been selected for the Irish Cup and Shields teams and are posted in the locker room. It’s a great honour to represent your club, it’s hugely enjoyable and it will improve your game. So when the manager comes calling please consider playing your part for the club. We have been knocking on the door for several years and it’s only a matter of time before we win a pennant. Wouldn’t be nice if you were on that team. The

ladies were out practicing last Sunday and our JB Carr team will be in action on Wednesday against Waterford Castle. Our juniors will be competing in the Irish Junior Foursomes on Monday, 6th April and they also have a difficult Fred Daly match against Faithlegge. Dungarvan compete in the South East League next Sunday versus Youghal at Castlenmartyr, hopefully we will continue our winning ways. The season has truly kicked off. Resident Professional David Hayes is holding an eight week course for Ladies golf lessons. Starting on Wednesday, 1st April David will take a class at 11 am and 7 pm and will improve your golf in a fun and friendly atmosphere. The lessons have proved very popular in the past so book early to avoid disappointment. Non members are welcome. Entries for Gents matchplay are due by 5th April. Please fill in form in men's locker room and enclose entry fee. Our volunteer workers continue to be active around the clubhouse and course. Keep up the great work lads. The ProShop continues to be a hive of activity with many members taking advantage of the demo clubs and free custom fitting. David has announced a Callaway Demo Day on the 30th March

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org LISMORE Golf Club Men’s Results Monday 23rd to Sunday, 29th March – 12 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Maurice Dunne Garage, Lismore, Final of Dermot O’Leary Agri Spring League: 1st Seamus Beecher (17) 30 pts.; 2nd Richard Beausang (20) 29 pts. L6; 3rd James Bennett (13) 29 pts. L6. SEAMUS SEALS IT Seamus Beecher took the honours this week and along with it aided his team in capturing this year’s Dermot O’Leary Agri Spring League for captain John McGrath. First card in to count this week and in fairness Seamus didn’t let the team down with a fine 30 point total. A birdie on the 5th and 7th holes kept the scorecard ticking over and 5 pars with it ensured a place on top this week and

the added bonus of his efforts and his teams efforts over the last 9 weeks or so were rewarded with the top prize this year. Well done Mr. Beecher and well done team McGrath. Second was Richard Beausang who also had 30 points but due to a previous win a point deduction on the singles card was in order which relegated him to second this week. Richard has been playing some very fine golf in the last few weeks and his scoring has been very consistent and he also has the added bonus of picking up a winner’s prize for the plate section as he was part of Richard Ormonde’s team that won a hard fought battle with John Whelan’s team in the plate. Richard’s score won his team a point, a birdie on the

which offers the chance to be custom fitted by a Callaway technician using the latest in Trackman technology. Places are limited so call the ProShop to arrange your free appointment. David has been very busy altering and gripping clubs as members get ready for the start of the season. If you are unsure about your weapons, call to David and get his free professional advice. David is also offering special reductions on winter items to coincide with the Spring League. He is also offering free custom fitting on clubs to ensure you have the correct equipment in your bag. Using a newly acquired Launch Monitor, David has the Callaway, Ping and Wilson fitting carts as well as several other demos available to allow you to choose the most suitable equipment. The Pro Shop is having a sweep for the upcoming U.S. Augusta Masters, entry €5, try your luck. You can follow the Special Offers on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com and David guarantees the best prices in town. You can follow all the club news and results on the club website or on the club app. The club app can be downloaded at https://clubapplive.com/dungarvangc If you are having trouble downloading the app, just ask a kid or drop into David in the ProShop. Any newsworthy gossip can be forwarded to David in the ProShop. We love a juicy story. Please drop a line to golfpro@eircom.net. We can change the names to avoid embarrassment but we probably won’t. TIMESHEETS OPEN FOR DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB CLASSIC Timesheets have opened to take bookings for the Dungarvan Golf Club Classic.

This major fundraising event for the Club takes during the May Bank Holiday weekend from Thursday 30th April to Sunday 3rd May 2015 and is kindly sponsored by life members Billy Queally, Liam Carroll and Ger Darcy. Teams of 4 players which can be (Men’s, Ladies or Mixed Teams) are eligible and the entry fee is €100 per Team (Re-Entry Only €50). The format is 2 scores to count on holes 1 – 12, 3 scores on holes 13 – 15 and 4 scores to count on holes 16 – 18. Prizes are to the value of €1,500 and consist of Best Overall Team, Best Men’s, Ladies and Mixed Team plus additional prizes. Also there will be 2 Visitor Draws taking place for one Ladies and one Gents 2015 membership subscription. Traditionally this event always receives great support from Club members and visitors alike, expectations are of another good turnout this year. Ring 058 43310 or book online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com. GENTS RESULTS Mon. 23rd Open Seniors Singles: Winner Ger Warde (21) 39 pts, 2nd Ollie St John Williamstown (14) 38 pts, 3rd Sean O’Sullivan Youghal (20) 38 pts, Best Lady Eileen Cronin Youghal (27) 38 pts. Thurs. 26th 18 Holes Open Singles Winner: Michael Morrison (12) East Cork 39 pts, 2nd Michael Mehigan (16) 38 pts, Gross Mossie Walsh 32 pts. Sat 28th 18 Holes Singles Winner: Michael Drummy (9) 41 pts, 2nd Kevin Stack (Scr) 40 pts, 3rd Denis Ryan (15) 38 pts. Sun 22nd 18 Holes Singles Winner: PJ Kindregan (7) 36 pts, 2nd Mick Leacy (6) 34 pts, Gross John Reynolds 34 pts. LADIES RESULTS Tues. 24th 18 Holes Singles: Winner: June Hayes

(23) 38 pts, 2nd Marie Fives (20) 35 pts, 3rd Mary Phelan (23) 35 pts, 4th Marie Therese O’Neill (36) 33 pts. Sat 28th 18 Holes Singles: Winner Maeve Fitzgerald (24) 36 pts, 2nd Mary Phelan (23) 35 pts, 3rd June James (22) 34 pts, 4th Maria Ryan (24) 34 pts. CHERNOBYL GOLF CLASSIC FRIDAY 17th APRIL John and Niamh Reynolds will host a Golf Classic on Friday, 17th April to raise much needed funds for The Chernobyl Children’s Trust. Team of 4 €100 any combination of men or women. Your support would be very much appreciated. You can book your tee time on line or call Niamh Reynolds 087 6792321 to enter a team. PROGRESSIVE 45 Results Mar 19th: Winners Mary O’Donovan & Noreen Tobin; Runners Up Francis Millerick & Tomas Carroll; Last 5 Tom Phelan & Michael Fitzgerald; Lucky Table Shiela Morrissey & Chrissie Terrie. See you all next Thursday. YOUNGONES Results Wednesday 18th Winner: Maria Ryan(24) 21 pts. SIXTY.COM Results Wed 18th Winner: Colm Bannon (22) 21 pts, Best Lady Peg Hennebry (22) 18 pts, Best Gent Des Power (23) 19 pts. UPCOMING FIXTURES Mon 30th Open Gents & Ladies Seniors Singles (50+) Tues 31st Ladies 18 Holes Singles Wed 1st Youngones at 11.30, Sixty.Com at 2 pm, Junior & Pre-Junior Competition at 9.30; JB Carr Match v Waterford Castle at 3 pm Thurs 2nd 18 Holes Gents Open Singles Fri 3rd 18 Holes Open Gents Singles; Fred Daly junior Match at 3 pm

Sat 4th Open Ladies & Gents 18 Holes Singles Sun 5th Open Gents 18 Holes Singles. Mon 6th Open Ladies & Gents Singles; 9 Hole Easter Scramble. CLUB RAFFLE This year again Dungarvan Golf Club is running a Club Raffle for a fantastic array of prizes. Do you fancy a holiday abroad in magnificent Cannes, a free membership, or a relaxing getaway break in a luxury Irish Hotel? To be in with a chance to win these and other superb prizes, enter the Dungarvan Golf Club’s big raffle! Tickets are just €2 each or a book of 6 tickets for €10. The club would be grateful of members and visitors support buying or selling tickets. Fundraising initiatives such as these are becoming an increasingly important part of the clubs revenue and your continued support is very much appreciated. The grand draw will take place on the night of the Presidents Prize 9th August 2015. Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. *1st Prize: (Value €1,000) ONE WEEK HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION IN STUDIO APT. IN CANNES Including €300 Travel Voucher; 2nd Prize: Free 2015/2016 Membership Subscription (Value €685); 3rd Prize: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 at McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris (Value €500); 4th Prize: *Watercolour Painting (Value €350); 5th Prize: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 in a choice of Flynn Hotels (Value €300); 6th Prize: *Canteen of Belleek Cutlery (Value €225) 7th Prize: *Voucher for O’Reillys Butchers, Kilmacthomas (Value €100) Draw will take place on Sun. 9th August in

Clubhouse. *Prizes Kindly Sponsored by Club Members. Tickets €2 each, book of 6 for €10. JUNIOR NOTES Tuition for our beginners and Pre Juniors continues next Saturday, 4th April at 3 pm under the watchful eye of Club Professional and Waterford County Coach, David Hayes. We had a great turnout again last week with beautiful weather. Many thanks to James for his assistance. Much fun was had by all. Tuition is open to non members so bring a friend. All equipment is provided. Cost is €2 per child. Our Elite junior squad has completed its Winter training at Tinhalla but we are continuing at the club on Friday evenings at 5pm for Short Game work. Adult members are welcome to attend and you might learn something. In other news we are holding two competitions over the Easter period. On Wednesday, 1st April, we have an 18 holes and 9 holes Singles. Our Easter Adult Junior Fun Scramble will take place on Sunday, 12th April. All are welcome. Our Irish Junior Foursomes team is in action next Monday, 6th April at the Gold Coast Golf Club. The team selected is Jake O’Riordan & Danny Raher followed by Sean Whelan Barrett & Michael Troy. Best of luck boys. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to club Professional David. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. You can also follow junior activities on Facebook or on the Club app. You can download the Club app at the following link https://clubapplive.com/dungarvangc.

11th and 4 pars along with steady consistent scoring got him second this week. Third was James Bennett, James has a bit of time on his hands these days so he must be spending it honing up his skills with his new-fangled golf equipment! James was not in any of the teams in contention this week for the league or the plate so one must wonder what he was at for the last few weeks!! He also had 30 points but a previous prize winning score got him a shot penalty and he was beaten on a last 6 countback into third. Mr. Bennett who is the current club foursomes champion and veteran of both Bruen and Purcell teams over the years had a very consistent round with 8 pars and a birdie on the 3rd hole, great shooting…. under absolutely no pressure at all… DERMOT O’LEARY AGRI SPRING LEAGUE JACKPOT!! John McGrath is captain fantastic this week having led his team to victory. John’s team won the final over Denis Galvin’s team on a scoreline of 4-1. The results were based on

a first card in basis and comparing one card versus the other teams card on a match play basis. It was almost a clean sweep for the McGrath troops only for Captain John to be pipped by a single point by Denis Galvin. The winning team was John McGrath, Tom Joe Daly, Seamus Beecher, Michael (Rory) Keane and John Foley. The second placed team were as follows, Denis Galvin, Timmy Sheehan, Craig Scotton, Donal O’Leary and Billy Neville. Well done to all concerned on your efforts this year. RICHIE HAS IT ON A PLATE! Richard Ormonde's team battles hard over John Whelan’s men the score was 3-2 to Richards troops to claim this year’s prize. The winning team was Richard Ormonde, Peter Whelan, Noel McNamara, Richard Beausang and Dan Griffen. The winners of the points on the team were Richard, Peter Whelan and Richard Beausang. The second placed team were, John Whelan, Declan Glavin, John McCarthy, Nicolas Walsh and Tony

Hennebry. John and Tony earned John’s team their 2 points. Well done to all concerned. Finally, the club would like to thank Dermot O’Leary Agri Ltd. and the O’Leary family for their sponsorship of this event for this year and for the many years before this year, it’s very important to have a good enthusiastic sponsor for the league and the lads have never let the club down in this respect. The club would like to thank all those involved in organising and running the league for whom without the entire thing would fall flat on its…. Face… To the green keepers and the Greens committee the club and players wish to thank them also for the keeping the course in great condition during the winter months. The club wishes also to thank all those who supported the club by entering the league and playing regularly in large numbers, this is not only a great competition to play in but a vital earner for the club so thank you to all the players. LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S FIXTURES Tuesday, 31st March – 9

Hole Bacon at 5.00 p.m. Friday, 3rd April – Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Last Tee 5.00 p.m. Saturday 4th & Sunday, 5th April – 18 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Pat Moore Transport Cappoquin. (GOY). Monday, 6th April – 3+2 Person Team Event. Tuesday 7th – 9 Hole Bacon at 5.15 p.m. Friday, 10th April – Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Last Tee 5.00 p.m. Saturday 11th & Sunday, 12th April – 18 Hole Stableford. LISMORE LADIES GOLF Our Easter prizes will have been decided by now after course work / weather led to us having a few extra days to put a score in for our first 18 singles competition outside of our Spring league. The “secret team” 12 hole for those who like the element of surprise is also coming to an end this week. While the 9 hole ongoing is always there for anyone with not too much time on their hands. Our first Open Day is coming up next week with our very popular Knockanore

Farmhouse Cheese the prize at stake, so get inviting ladies and make our 3 ball betterball a busy one. We have a busy weekentd of golf ahead with the first round of the Kelleher Qualifier taking place on Friday, our 18 hole Medal comp a possibility onsun and a 2/3 person team event on Monday. No excuse not to get out there ladies. FIXTURES Sunday, 5th & Wednesday, 8th April, 18Hole, Medal. Members Prizes. Sunday, 12th & Wednesday, 15th April Open Day 3 Ball Betterball, kindly Sponsored by Knockanore Farmhouse Cheese. Friday, 3rd April, Kelleher’s Qualifier, 18 Hole Stableford. Monday, 6th April 2 and/or 3 person Open Team Event. PRESENTATION OF PRIZES Presentation of Prizes on Wednesday, 1st at 8.30 pm, Spring league, Easter Prizes, Champagne Scramble and Secret Team event prizes will be presented with Secret team winners being drawn on the night. Come along ladies and share our first Social event of the year.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Dungarvan United FC CLUB EGM The Managment Committee of Dungarvan United AFC has called an EGM to be held in our clubhouse on Thursday, 9th April 7.30 pm in Kilrush Park. With the club growing at an exponential rate, our current management committee are calling on all our members to attend the EGM to safeguard the future of the club. We need help to strengthen our committee and possibly form subcommittees going forward. There are also numerous items we constantly need help with ranging from simply purchasing a lotto ticket, to providing a lift for kids to games, managing teams, team helpers, groundworks, committees, sub committees etc. We need you to get involved in the club in some small way to help ease the burden on others. Please come and see if there is some way that you can help us to drive Dungarvan United forward. FIXTURES Thursday 2.4.15: U-12B Home to Mooncoin 6.15 pm (Main pitch). Saturday 4.4.15: U-11A Home to DeLaSalle 11.30 am (Glass pitch). U-11E Home to Ballyduff 10.30 am (Glass pitch) U-13A Away to Carrick 12.30 pm U-15A Home to Villa B 2.30 pm (Main pitch) 3rd Div Home to Piltown 4.15 pm (Glass pitch). Monday 6.4.15: U-12B Home to Piltown 10.30 am (Main pitch) U-14A Away to Kilmacow 12.15 pm U-14C Away to Ferrybank 12.15 pm U-16A Home to Tramore A 2.30 pm (Glass pitch). Thursday 9.4.15: U-11A Away to Ferrybank 6.45 pm U-11E Away to Waterford Crystal 6.15 pm Saturday 11.4.15: U-11E Away to St. Saviours 10.30 am U-11A C Home to Southend 10.30 am (Main pitch) U-13A Away to Johnville 12.30 pm U-15A C Away to Tramore A 2.30 pm 2A Home to Mooncoin 4.15 pm (Glass pitch) Sunday 12.4.15

1A Away to Abbeyside 11.00 am

U-13A TEAM DIG DEEP TO SECURE WIN Dungarvan United 3; Tramore AFC 2 On Saturday last our U-13 side faced Tramore at home. Our lads came Into this game on the back of a very good win against Villa in their last fixture. These two sides faced each other back in September which saw Dungarvan take the 3 points. We started off the game by playing some possession football. We kept the ball well and took the lead 1-0 in the 15th minute through the boot of Kacper which was assisted by Sam Uniacke. After this we seemed to tone down the pace resulting in Tramore hitting us with two quick fire goals to take the lead into half-time. Into the second half we shook ourselves off and got back into the game. The halftime score was the wake up call we needed to get back into the game. Cormac Mahoney, D. J. Maher, and Kyle O'Donnell were introduced in the second half to bring some life into our game. We got back level 10 minutes in when Kacper got a free kick on a tight angle and scored unarguably the goal of the season. We started to put pressure on Tramore to get the winner. Aaron Ryan was moved Into midfield and Ben Kavanagh moved back at centre half to bring a bit of steel in the centre of the park. We had a disallowed goal and hit the post on the way to scoring the winner which again came from a Kacper free kick. The game ended 3-2 to the Blues. In what was not our best display we still grabbed the win which is a good sign. Next up we have Carrick in the league on Saturday at 12:30. Man of the match: Kacper Zajac was awarded Man of the match for his performance throughout the game. A big shoutout to our own Martin McDonagh who is Munster Champion in boxing. He won his fight in Limerick on Saturday. Also to the

Pictured is Under 13 player Martin McDonagh who returned from his Munster boxing bout victorious! Well done Martin and best of luck in the Al-Ireland rounds! club’s groundsmen who had the glass field in immaculate condition on Saturday. SQUAD: Dylan Cliffe, Cameron McGuire, Jack Donnelly, Aaron Ryan, Molly Shrub, Sam Uniacke, Ben Kavanagh, Nicolas Breathnach, Michael Power, Kacper Zajac, Artur Trziack, Cormac Mahoney, D. J. Maher, Kyle O'Donnell, Jack O'Flionn, Adam Ashraf, Martin McDonagh.

UNDER 11E LEAGUE Dungarvan 2; De La Salle 0 On Saturday our U-11E team played De La Salle U11E at home. Due to holidays and sickness Dungarvan had to change some of their positions to cover the missing players. Gavin who has been superb in our midfield got a chance to play as a striker while Jake, Aaron, Sean and Markie made up our midfield. Our solid defence of Gearoid, Ben, Shane and Ella remained unchanged. Dungarvan started the game against a very strong wind and took a few minutes to get their game going. The young blues attacked De La Salle with everything they had but the wind and the keeper were very hard to beat until Gavin received a ball from Markie in the middle of the pitch, beat the defender and then rounded the ’keeper to score our first goal. Dungarvan were delighted, and our defence kept their composure when De La Salle attacked looking for the equaliser. With two minutes to go to half-time

Gavin slotted the ball into the back of the net from a corner to allow us to go in 2-0 at halftime. In the second half Ethan, Jack, Fionn and Oisin came on as Dungarvan tired after putting in a huge effort in the first half. Ethan, Jack and Oisin made a big difference as they battled for every ball. De La Salle pushed for goals and where unlucky on occasions. Fionn pulled on some great saves to allow Dungarvan to finish the game 2-0. Thanks again to the parents for your support on the sideline. Next match against Ballyduff FC on 4th April. Kick-off 10.30 a.m. DISCO Good Friday, great Friday - Friday, 3rd April at the Dungarvan United AFC, Kilrush Park with DJ Mausy from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Admission €5 before 8.30 p.m., €8 after.12-16’s only. CLUB LOTTO No jackpot winner. €100 winner Mary Dwyer. Well done Mary! Next week’s jackpot €5,300. Please support our lotto. VIKING CUP The Waterford Viking Cup takes place this week where girls from all over Ireland compete. Waterford have teams in both U-14 and U-15 competitions and we are delighted that there are five Dungarvan players involved Erika Kiely and Molly (U-14 panel). Kaeisha Tobin, Ciara Kilcawley and Orna O'Brien (U-16 panel). The girls have trained hard for this tournament with Dungarvan United coach Steve O'Donnell as one of the Waterford coaches. Good luck to all involved. ETP Once again we are delighted that club players Sam Uniake (U-12) and Kacper Zajac (U-13) have been selected to participate in the Emerging Talent Programme this term. While Dylan Swales has travelled to the UK this Easter as part of his ETP training. We are all super proud of you lads.Well done.

Stradbally FC Under 11s celebrating their league win.

Stradbally FC UNDER 11S CAPTURE LEAGUE TITLE Stradbally captured their league title on Saturday with an exciting 3-2 victory over fellow contenders Seaview Celtic in Annestown. Leading 1-0 at the break, they added two further scores in the second half before the home side scored twice to ensure an exciting finish. This was just rewards for this dedicated group who love playing and never miss training or games. Well done also to their coaches Diarmuid and Brian who are as dedicated as the boys. Team: Tommy Fennell, Michael O'Brien, Ultan McCusker, Rian O'Reilly, Liam Leacy, Will Comyn, Mikey O"Brien, Oran Grant, Conor Fennell, Cormac McGrath, Jack Quinlan, Rory Fennell. Oran Grant, Oisín Leacy. JUNIOR TEAM Tramore v Stradbally: An under strength, but determined stradbally side went down 2-1 against their fellow

seasiders on Sunday morning. Stephen Lawlor levelled proceedings and a draw seemed likely until the home side scrambled a winner following a corner just at the end. TABLE QUIZ Thanks to all who supported the Soccer Club Table Quiz in The Cove Bar last week. A great night out was had by all. Special thanks to Richard for use of the premises and the half time snacks. Thanks also to Anne O'Meara for correcting and keeping score. Results: 1st: Elaine D'arcy, Alan D'Arcy, Eamon Clancy, Stuart Fee. 2nd: Tadhg Crowley, Liam Clancy, Brian Fennell, Nicky Connors. 3rd: Jim Cullinane, Ann Coffey, Martina Collins. 4th: Ger Crowley, Diarmuid Crowley, Pa Collins, Tony Collins. Raffle Winners: Tom Hickey, Ann Coffey, Pa Collins, Diarmuid Crowley,

Richard Hickey, Alan D'Arcy, Elaine D'arcy (twice !), Brian Fennell, Tadhg Crowley. ACADEMY Academy & Little Dribblers continues on Saturday mornings at 10.30. This is an ideal way to introduce little ones to group play and to learn the basics of soccer. All children are welcome and so are their parents !!. LOTTO The club Lotto Draw takes place on Easter Sunday night in the Bally Inn. The Jackpot prize will be € 2,600. Tickets available from local retail outlets and regular promoters. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. ASTRO TURF Astro Turf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841. CLUB KITS A limited number of club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday presents. Sizes: 5 / 6, 7/ 8, 9 / 10. Contact Gerry at 087 2245712.

Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 15 KILMAC 2 PILTOWN WE put up a very good fight against Piltown but it was not enough to beat the league champions. Our two goals came from Jack Hally but that was not enough on the day. We congratulate Piltown on winning the league and

wish them well in the A league next season. We look forward to the Cup and we know the lads will want to give their all. DIVISION 2A SEAVIEW 4; KILMAC 4. A disappointing result, goals from Evan and a Crocky hat-trick were can-

celled out by Seaview. This result insured Carrick’s league. We congratulate them and look forward to the cup clash with Carrick. We finish our league campaign against Bolton at home and will be looking for all three points.

Waterford Schoolboys’ League Results

Pictured above are the Dungarvan United AFC U-15 team of 1986. Our current U-15 team had an excellent 6-1 win over Villa B last Saturday.

U-14A Bohemians A 3; Kilmacow 3 Ferrybank A 0; Tramore A 1 Villa A 1; Carrick Utd A 0 U-11A Ferrybank A 3; De La Salle A 2 Southend Utd A 7; Dungarvan Utd A 4 Tramore A 3; Ballinroad A 1 U-11B Bohemians A 5; Park Rangers A 1 Portlaw Utd A 2; Piltown A 1 U-11C Bohemians B 0; Tramore B 1 De La Salle B 2; Southend Utd B 3 Ferrybank B 1; Mooncoin Celtic 6 U-11D Villa C 1; Kilmacow 2 Seaview Celtic 2; Stradbally 3 U-11E Ballyduff B 0; W. Crystal 3

Dungarvan Utd B 2; De La Salle C 0 Tramore C 2; St. Saviours 1 Villa D 1; Ferrybank C 2 U-13A Dungarvan Utd 3; Tramore A 2 Southend Utd 5; Piltown A 1 U-13B Railway Athletic 2; Portlaw Utd 4 U-13C Tramore B 3; Piltown B 1 W. Crystal 1; Villa B 0 U-15A Villa A 0; Tramore A 0 Villa B 1; Dungarvan Utd 5 U-15B Bohemians A 2; Southend Utd 5 Kilmacthomas 2; Piltown 3 U-15C Bohemians B 2; Villa C 3 Park Rangers 3; Portlaw Utd 3

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Manchester United Supporters Club - Waterford Branch MEETING THURSDAY NIGHT THERE will be a meeting on this Thursday night, 2nd April at 7.15 pm sharp in Lawlors Hotel. The reason for holding meetings is to keep members abrest of all things of importance within the club. A short committee meeting will precede the General Meeting at 7 pm sharp. All members are asked respectfully to make an effort to attend the meeting. An invite to potential new members is also extended as we are aware of how many people read and enjoy the notes, so why not come along and try our meetings which are informative and beneficial to all United supporters. BRANCH RENEWALS MADE EASY We will be rolling out the idea of an easy payment scheme for next season’s membership. The idea is that every member ideally will be prepaid to the local branch as well as the neccessary "OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP" in Old Trafford before this current season ends. It would save on the heartache of chasing members throughout the summer to renew. Remember the number of "OFFICIAL MEMBERS" each branch holds determines the amount of match tickets/accesscards that we recieve for category "A" matches each season. The category "A" matches this season were Chelsea, Man City, Spurs, Liverpool and finally Arsenal and believe it or not some of these fixtures were not applied for in full while others i.e Liverpool and now Arsenal could have

been sold out several times over. MANY SUPPORTERS NOT MEMBERS The amount of Manchester United supporters in the County of Waterford is astounding based on the pictures posted on social media sites on a regular basis. We are always open for membership and just a phonecall away from finding out the easy and cheapest way to travel to Old Trafford and enjoy the experience that is "The Theatre of Dreams". The secretary will only be too happy to explain how the system of allocation's work within the Waterford branch, quite simply "first come, first served". Once dates are available when the fixtures come out in June if you have renewed or joined you can provisionally have your name allocated to ANY fixture. When the membership deadline is fixed by Old Trafford then our allocation for category "A" games will become known and spaces awarded according to the time provisionally applied for. Any Manchester United supporter wishing to join feel free to attend any of our monthly meetings in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan or simply ring the secretary on 087 1940089 and he will fill you in further. ASTON VILLA THIS SATURDAY Manchester United take on Aston Villa who have become an exciting side to watch since the arrival of manager Tim Sherwood who has got them playing as a unit with flair and guile that was lacking under Paul Lambert.

All that said the international break could not have come for United at a worse time. Two outstanding performances against our nearest opponents for champions league positions in Spurs and Liverpool leave United on the cusp of potentially finishing second in a season where we started so poorly and positioned at our lowest ever in Premiership history after 10 games leads you bewildered as to where we would have been had the personnel of the last two matches been deployed sooner rather than forced together through injury and performing so well collectively! DILLON'S BAR Dillon's Bar is our designated bar where all Manchester United matches are available to watch be it SKY SPORTS, BT SPORTS or SETANTA or any other channels are available on the large plasma screens in the bar. Please support our main sponsor for the remainder of this season. INTERNATIONAL BREAK At the time of writing there have been no injuries to report from the international break. In fact Jonny Evans injured prior to the international break played well in Northern Ireland’s 2-1 victory over Finland while Marounne Fellaini scored a brace for Belguim and, of course, Wayne Rooney closed in on Sir Bobby Charlton's all time record for England when he opened the scoring in a 4-0 victory for his country. Hopefully, they keep up their scoring exploits this weekend and beyond!!

Easter Weekend Extravaganza AS part of the launch of the 2015 Autograss season West Waterford are holding numerous events over the weekend of April 4th and 5th Easter Weekend. On Saturday the club will be holding 3 events in one and admission to the venue will be free. Sunday will then be a normal race day but with the added attraction of being the 1st Southern Ireland Autograss “National Autograss Finals” Qualifier. Where drivers do battle over 4 rounds to get the opportunity to travel to Hereford in the UK in August to take on the best in Autograss at the “National Autograss Finals”; an event that sees 400 drivers take part over 2 days in an effort to be crowned overall Champion. Events on Saturday, April 4th, 3 parts to it and will get under way at 1.00 p.m. PART 1: JUNIOR DAY Following consultation with our juniors we have devised the following to help Juniors understand Autograss rules a

little better with a big part of this is Health and Safety and general well-being. This is a trial for this year to see how it goes and it can be then decided if it worth developing further. We are still finalising details so please bear with us. This open to all Juniors or Future Juniors (Juniors with cars ready, juniors with cars not ready yet and those that will become juniors later in the year or in the future). PART 2: MENS AND LADIES CLASSES As part of the day, we will be allowing anybody that wants to practice an opportunity to do so or bed in a new car. Scrutiny and Sign-on like the Juniors will be from 1–2 p.m. and there will not be racing but practice laps, 4 at a time. You can do this as many times as you like. There will be a €10 charge on this to help cover some of the cost of the day (Note Juniors Free). PART 3: OPEN DAY As Admission is Free it is

the perfect opportunity for people with an interest in motorsport to come along and see what Autograss is all about. Remember, Juniors race from 12 years of age so Autograss is very much family orientated. SUNDAY’S ACTION FROM 12 NOON Sunday’s racing action will get under way from 12 noon with the first of the qualifying heats taken place, followed by the finals and finishing off with the exciting handicapped races and the highlight of the day the winners race, where the winners go head to head in a handicapped race according to their class for the bragging rights of overall winner of the day. Cover charge is €10 which is extremely good value for non-stop action for 4 to 5 hours. Hope to see you all at the weekend. For all the up to date info check out Facebook or our website www.westwaterfordautograss.com

Paddy Morrissey of CycleSports, Martin Mizgajski (3rd), Sean McKenna (winner), Stephen Murray (2nd), and Robert Power DCC podium of the A1/A2 race at the CycleSports GP. [DC Images]

CYCLESPORTS GP A FANTASTIC SUCCESS Last Sunday was one of the red letter days on the club calendar – the annual Open Race, once again kindly sponsored by CycleSports. Thankfully, the rain stopped but the strong winds were going to make for tough racing over the famous Millstreet circuit. From 9:00 the soccer club was buzzing as riders arrived to sign on, the anticipation built and plans were made. Local supporters didn't have to wait long for the first cheer of the day. The Under 12 race was first off and those waiting at the top of Colligan were delighted to see Mark McGarry come round the bend with 500 metres to go alone, and with nobody in sight behind him. A brilliant win for Mark, who went from the gun. One rider went with him but couldn't last the pace as he powered up Colligan hill to take the win. Chapeau Mark, bright future ahead we think. The Under 14 race was won by Dennis Murphy of Kanturk, with his team mates filling 2nd and 3rd also. Conor Coleman was our rider in the Under 16 race, a difficult lap of the Millstreet circuit and he rode a great race, finishing just outside the prizes. First place was shared by Dillon Corkery and Ronan Tuomey of the Giant Cork team. First of the senior races was the A1/A2 – 3 laps of the 35km circuit. In this we had the in form John Hodge, Marc Flavin, Mark Radley, Mick Ahern, and Mark Power. Former DCC man Stephen Murray knows the course well and went straight from the gun, eventually being joined by four others. They opened up a 2 minute gap which they held for the entire race. By the last lap they were down to 3 riders. Aquablue's Sean McKenna finally shook off Stephen in the last 100 metres to take his 7th win of the season. Stephen was 2nd ahead of Martin Mizgajski. John Hodge picked up more points for himself coming in 8th. Mick, unfortunately, punctured after the first lap and Marc and the Marks (sounds like a hipster indie band) were comfortable in the bunch. Damian Travers, Pat Kenealy, and

Dermot Gough lined out in the A3 race and despite their best efforts weren't able to make anything stick. As is becoming the norm the race was won by a junior – Kanturk's Darragh O'Mahony. The A4 race had 2 laps of the circuit and as ever there was a large contingent of club members taking out one day licenses for a taste of racing. The lads were busy throughout the race but true to form in A4 racing any breaks were reeled back in by lads who'd rather drag the bunch back than try to bridge across themselves. With it all together at Master McGrath it became a war of attrition on the climb up Colligan. Unfortunately, Dwayne Kirwan and David Kiely were brought down in a crash. As the bunch split further in the last few hundred metres there were still plenty of blues in the mix. Unfortunately, we didn't get the podium but Pat Walsh, Aiden Connell, and Kieran Cahill got 5th, 6th, and 7th, with everyone else not too far behind and happy with the day's efforts. So, a fairly successful day on the results sheet. But for me the club's greatest triumph was behind the scenes, in the safe and successful running of the race. These things don't just happen. It was a result of months of meticulous planning from race director John Coleman and team. Chapeau Coley. It was a result of the whole club pulling together to give up their time. Chapeau DCC. It was a result of the wider community lending a hand. Chapeau Dungarvan. There was well over 100 people involved in the running of this race on the day, from the first sign on sheet, to marshalling every junction, to the last cup of tea. Thanks to the lads who marked the course, identified the potholes, and swept the junctions before the race. Thanks to John Horgan and his team in the council. Thanks to our friends in Dungarvan United and the Crystal Sports Centre for the use of their excellent facilities. Thanks to Conor Norris and his team, and the motorbike marshalls for ensuring the safety out there. Thank you also to the local Gardai and the Civil Defence. Much appreciated also was the help from our fellow clubs West

Mark McGarry celebrating victory in the Under 12 race at the CycleSports GP. [DC Images] Waterford AC, and Tried and Tested Triathlon. Thanks to everyone involved in the catering. Nobody went home hungry. Thanks to the Cycling Ireland Commissaires for their invaluable help and advice before, during, and after racing. Finally, mile buiochas to Paddy Morrissey and Cycle Sports for generously sponsoring the race once again. If I've forgotten anybody, my sincere apologies. RÁS MUMHAN While the rest of us are busy stuffing our faces with chocolate next weekend spare a thought for our racing team who will be spending their Easter weekend in the kingdom living on porridge and hills as they take on four days of hard racing in Rás Mumhan. All the best shams. WEEKEND SPINS – NEW TIME Because of the open race there were no club spins on Sunday. Saturday's spin went to Cappoquin, Lismore, Tallow, Youghal Bridge, and back via Clashmore. To be informed of Sunday’s routes please check the Facebook page on Saturdays or send an email to updates@dungarvancc.com requesting to be added to the list to receive the routes. Club spins leave at 9:00, from John Foley’s Kilrush on Saturdays, and The Square on Sundays. Please note the new time of 9:00 for the summer. This

was one of the recommendations from the recent feedback survey so that people can get a longer spin in and still be back at a reasonable hour (or get the same spin in and be back a bit earlier to fire up the barbecue). COMMITEE MEETING Please note that because of the bank holiday the next committee meeting will take place on Tuesday, 7th April at 8 pm in Minnie's Bar CYCLING QUOTE “When you feel unable to carry on, when your body tells you that, you still have another 20 percent to go. It's not that your body breaks down. Your brain wants you to stop earlier. What you realise is that beyond the point where you think, 'I can't do it anymore', there's a whole new level of, 'I can still do it'. You have to teach your brain and body, 'No, no, no, we can go further'”. Jensie (who else). CONTACT US You will find loads of updates, tips, photos, and commentary on the club’s Facebook page and on the club website dungarvancc.com. We're even on Twitter if 140 characters is about all you can handle. Join the Dungarvan Cycling Club group on Strava to see what everyone else is up to. If you have anything you’d like me to report please email seanoduibhir@gmail.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

The Dungarvan Under 16's who won the League Final against Kilfeakle.

DUNGARVAN RUGBY CLUB

Dungarvan RFC under 16's win League Final OUR under 16's beat Kilfeacle 17-15 in the final of the East Munster Development League Final last week at Fethard Rugby Club. Having narrowly missed out on the opportunity to qualify for Pan Munster, this squad committed to winning the East Munster League. Having won 5 out of 5 games, versus Cashel, Kilfeacle, Clonmel, Nenagh and Clanwilliam, we automatically reached the final. In the playoff, Kilfeacle beat Nenagh to qualify. In the pool match against Kilfeacle, we had a narrow 5-3 win so a tight contest was in prospect. Kilfeacle opened the scoring with a penalty on 6 minutes. Dungarvan began to spread the ball really well and good hands from centre Shane Ahearne, released Brendan Cullinan to score in the corner after 10 minutes.

Dungarvan pressed and great ruck protection from flankers Ted Kelly and Larry Brazel ensured scrum half Robbie McGrath got a lightning fast pass away, out half Fionn Gibson-Kiely stepped and jinked through the Kilfeacle defence to score under the posts. Jack Kiely converted to put Dungarvan ahead 12-3. Deep into injury time, Kilfeacle scored and converted to leave the score 1210 at the interval. A very tense 15 minutes followed the break, great defence and tacking was required. Second rows Eoin Ryan and Matthew Hickey were immense in the mauls and loose. Our scrum was outweighed but not outplayed. Great work from front row of Conor Scanlon, Mike Walsh and Jack Hickey won a penalty 8 metres from

Kilfeacle line. Quick thinking and a tap from no 8 Charlie Murphy saw him dive over to increase the Dungarvan lead. Kilfeacle threw everything at us in last five minutes. Twice they had penalties on front of the posts but massive defence pushed them back. Jack Murphy and Eoin Bohane joined the fray and contributed significantly. Kilfeacle almost scored but full back Paul Lannen held up the opposition no 10 on the line. Just on full time Kilfeacle finally scored but were pushed out to the corner. The conversion would have caused a replay but it fell short, to the relief and joy of the Dungarvan players, coaches and many supporters. Squad: Conor Scanlon, Mike Walsh, Jack Murphy, Ted Kelly, Larry Brazel, Eoin Ryan, Charlie Murphy, Robbie McGrath, Fionn

Gibson-Kiely, Jack Kiely, Shane Ahearne, Eoin Bohane, Jack McGrath, Thomas Hannigan, Oisin O’Mahoney, Brendan Cullinan, James Kiely, Matthew Hickey, Jack Hickey, Johnie Treen, Paul Lannen and Thomas Ahern. ROCKWELL UNDER 12 FESTIVAL Our under 12's took part in the Rockwell Under 12s Festival on last week. This tournament was organised by Munster Rugby and there were 21 clubs and 320 children taking part from every county in Munster. This caused high excitement as the players were playing against clubs which they hadn't previously encountered. In our pool we played Killorglin Co. Kerry, Douglas from Cork and Bruff, Co. Limerick which of course is where the legendary Munster and Ireland player, John "Bull'

Hayes hails from. All matches were keenly contested and we had a great win over Killorglin, drew with Douglas and lost to Bruff. We were fed in the school hall when the matches were finished and we were looked after fantastically well by the transition year pupils and staff of Rockwell college. Many thanks to Munster Rugby for organising this event. FUN DAY There was a enjoyable family fun day at the club for the Minis and their families last Saturday. Thanks to all the coaches, parents and anyone else who helped out on the day. NIAMH BRIGGS On behalf of the club, I'd like to sincerely thanks Niamh Briggs who gave so generously of her time last week to visit a number of schools in the area with the 6 Nations Trophy.

Dungarvan Under 16 captain Jack Kiely receiving trophy from Mike McSweeney, Chairman East Munster Juvenile Committee.

O'Rourke v. Stephen Donovan (winner Finbar O’Rourke); Paddy Noonan v. Declan Byrne (winner Declan Byrne); Colin Houlihan v. Michael Ahearne (draw); Patsy Hackett v. Eoin Simms (winner Eoin Simms). 2nd round draw is – Colin Houlihan v. Michael Havens; Liam Simms v. John Charles; Paul Healy v. Paddy Noonan; Eoin Simms v. Michael Ahearne; Aidan O'Rourke v. Patsy Hackett; Paul O'Riordan v. Stephen Donovan; Declan Byrne v. Finbarr O'Rourke. 3rd round draw is – Patsy Hackett v. Liam Simms; Michael Ahearne v. Michael Havens; Aidan O'Rourke v. Finbarr O'Rourke; John Charles v. Eoin Simms; Declan Byrne v. Paul O'Riordan; Paddy Noonan v. Colin Houlihan; Stephen Donovan v. Paul Healy.

HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in One competition – 1st round of Matchplay League games are now, so will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. To date Patsy Hackett (3), Michael Ahearne, Liam Simms each have one each. Breda O'Donnell (2) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (2) and Cait Mulcahy has now has a hole in one for the women’s section. BONUS NUMBER Bonus number 7. The winner this week was Maura Ryan. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition. So all members and green fees are

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club HOSTS OF GENTS ALL-IRELAND STROKEPLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015 PUBS LEAGUE SPONSORED BY THE ANCHOR BAR This was a huge success last year and it will be starting again in April. Posters are now around the pubs. This competition is open to the general public. Anyone can make up a team of three and their names can be handed into the clubhouse. On any team there can only be one registered member of the PPUI IF playing. It is NOT a necessity to have a member of the PPUI as this is a fun tournament for everyone to play in. The names are to be in for 9th April and the draw will take place on the 10th April in The Anchor Bar. So get your teams ready for this great fun

Pubs League Cup sponsored by The Anchor. game. MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR Ladies National Day – April 18th

Cunnigar Scratch Cup – May 9th. FIXTURES THAT NEED TO BE SENT AWAY National Ladies and Gents Match Play – Closing date 5th April. When entering a competition the money must be paid before the name is sent away. WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. 4th March – Nett: Breda Foley, Cait Mulcahy. Gross: Lorraine Troy, Marie Forde. SATURDAY TOURNAMENT Names to be in by 1.00 p.m. Tee off 1.30 p.m. Nett: Jacinta O'Mahoney, Declan Byrne. Gross: Ann Wall, Aiden Murray. From now on with Saturday games please note: The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the

card (this is to get used to marking cards). JUVENILE COMPETITIONS This week due to Easter the Juveniles will have their competition on Friday at 1.30 p.m. Otherwise all Juvenile competitions will commence on Sundays at 1.30 p.m. weather permitting, all members are welcome to come along. EASTER MONDAY GAME Names to be in for 10.30 a.m. Tee off 11.00 a.m. MEN’S SUNDAY MATCHPLAY LEAGUE Results of 1st round of Matchplay League games are: Paul O'Riordan v. Aidan O'Rourke (winner Aidan O’Rourke); John Charles v. Michael Havens (winner Michael Havens); Liam Simms v. Paul Healy (winner Paul Healy); Finbarr

asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? A club member is responsible to collect green fees from any guest/non-member when the clubhouse is not manned. MEMBERSHIP FEES As of 1st March anyone who has not paid membership for 2015 will be paying green fees. Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30. Club jumpers, tee shirts and caps and gloves are for sale in clubhouse.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

GENERAL SPORT

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Tote Ireland unveil new betting area

Dundalk – Wednesday, 1st April (First Race 6.05) Clonmel – Thursday, 2nd April (First Race 4.35) Cork – Saturday, 4th April (First Race 2.10) Cork – Sunday, 5th April (First Race 1.55) Fairyhouse – Sunday, 5th April (First Race 2.20)

TOTE Ireland has unveiled its new-look betting area in the main hall at the Curragh coinciding with their sponsorship of the Tote Irish Lincolnshire. The entire area has undergone pronounced redecorating and rebranding, with a new dedicated screens area, to enhance the overall customer experience.

Ramone stuns Curragh with 100/1 success TRAINED on the Curragh by Bill Farrell and ridden by Shane Foley, Ramone ran out the winner of the Group 3 Park Express Stakes at odds of 100/1 as the 2015 Flat season began on Sunday. There was no fluke about it as the five-year-old scored by two lengths from the Dermot Weldtrained Afternoon Sunlight. Weld was responsible for two winners on the day as Stormfly narrowly won the Madrid Handicap and Ashraf comfortably took the 1m maiden, both winners ridden by champion jockey Pat Smullen. The Tote Irish Lincolnshire went to the Tommy Stacktrained Onenightidreamed who wore down Aussie Valentine to win under Wayne Lordan. The Ado McGuinness-trained Bubbly Bellini landed his 13th success when comfortably taking the 6f handicap with Declan McDonogh in the saddle. The 6f maiden went to Aidan O’Brien’s The Warrior who ran out a good winner under Ryan Moore while Michael O’Callaghan landed his second winner of the weekend with the Emmett McNamara-ridden State Of Emergency showing plenty of promise in the 5f maiden.

Berry and Smullen doubles the highlight at Dundalk FRAN Berry enjoyed a double on the polytrack at Dundalk on Friday night where he rode winners for Johnny Feane and Anthony McCann. The Feane-trained Asian Wing scored by all of six lengths in the 2m handicap justifying considerable market support and likewise Shabra Emperor did not go unbacked as he won the 7f handicap for County Monaghan- based McCann. Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen landed the 10f maiden with Don Camillo who made much of the running to score and the champion jockey had earlier made every post a winning one when guiding No Fear to success for Willie McCreery in the 6f handicap. Georgios Pakidis saddled Togoville to win the high-class 7f handicap under Gary Carroll who beat Strait Of Zanzibar to win by a neck. Indian Tomahawk landed the 1m maiden by the same margin, Michael O’Callaghan’s charge getting up close home under Shane Kelly to deny both Maira and the front-running Tomorrow Morning. Tom Cleary and his son Rory teamed-up to win the 12f handicap with Dancingwithangels who battled well to win from Mozetta.

Lynam in Desert Strike with Sole Power Mark and Rory McMahon presents Ruby Walsh and Willie Mullins with the trophy after winning with Val De Ferbet in "The Hugh McMahon Memorial Novice Chase" GR2 - at Limerick. [Alain Barr]

Grade 2 success for Mullins and Walsh at Limerick HAVING landed the big one at Navan 24 hours previously, Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh again combined to win the feature event at Limerick on Sunday. They won the Grade 2 Hugh McMahon Memorial Novice Chase with Val De Ferbet who survived a couple of blunders to win as he liked from Rule The World. Mullins’ son Patrick won the Listed bumper on the Tom Mullins-trained Charbel who added to his recent Leopardstown win

with the minimum of fuss. Midleton trainer Andrew Lee and Robbie Colgan combined to win the 2m1f handicap chase with Ludo Et Emergo and another County Cork trainer to get among the winners was John Joe Walsh who saddled Cliff House to win the handicap hurdle under Brian O’Connell. There was a rare dead-heat as the Barry Cash-ridden Velocity Boy, trained

by John Joe Walsh, and Tom Taaffe’s Rogue Trader, with Nina Carberry in the saddle, shared the spoils in the 2m4f handicap hurdle. Ger Fox was the man on board as Bonny Kate followed up on her recent Gowran Park win in the mares’ hurdle for Noel Meade and Jody McGarvey did the steering as Riviera Sun won the opportunity maiden hurdle for trainer Henry De Bromhead.

THE King’s Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot is again the summer aim for the remarkable Sole Power who landed the Al Quoz Sprint at Meydan on Saturday. Eddie Lynam’s charge was winning his fifth Group 1 as he led inside the final furlong to see off Hong Kong challenger Peniaphobia under Richard Hughes. “He’s just come to himself, he’s very well. He was the top-rated horse in the race and was always capable of doing it and it’s nice to see him do it”, said the winning trainer.

Family combinations dominate at Cork THREE very different family combinations visited the winners’ enclosure at Cork on Thursday. The husband and wife team of Ross O’Sullivan and Katie Walsh landed the Fegentri World Championship Handicap Hurdle with King Blue who raced to an eight length success at odds of 8/1. The father and son combination of

Flemenstar soundly beaten on Navan return

Irish Thoroughbred Marketing sponsors Owners’ Lounge at Curragh Racecourse

THE Tony Martin-trained Flemenstar returned to action after his lengthy absence in the Grade 2 Webster Cup Chase at Navan on Saturday and although ultimately well beaten behind Willie Mullins’ Felix Yonger, he showed enough to suggest that much of the old sparkle is still there and he could be winning races again. Felix Yonger was a second winner on the card for Mullins and Ruby Walsh who had earlier won with Jarry D’Honneur in the novice chase. Young David Mullins landed his first double when taking the 2m mares’ maiden hurdle on Alan Fleming’s All You Need and the 2m handicap hurdle on the Liam Cusack-trained Bog War. Jonathan Burke and Jim Dreaper combined to win the 2m maiden hurdle with Sizing Titanium while the 2m4f handicap hurdle went to Duty Dance who was trained and ridden by Danny Howard. County Longford-trainer Paul Flynn saddled Boher Call to win the 2m4f handicap chase under Mark Enright.

IRISH Thoroughbred Marketing, in association with the Curragh Racecourse, has announced the sponsorship of the new Owners’ Lounge at the County Kildare venue for the upcoming Turf season. The Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Owners’ Lounge, located in the main grandstand on the premier level, will be available on each race day for owners with runners on the day. As each owner passes through the AIR gate on arrival, they will receive their Owners & Trainers badge which will provide access to the lounge as well as a voucher that can be redeemed in the Owners’ Lounge for a complimentary light lunch and tea or coffee.

trainer Eamonn O’Connell and amateur rider Eoin were celebrating again after Captainofthefleet won the 3m handicap hurdle. For good measure, the successful trainer’s father Tom and his uncle Con Conway head up the syndicate that own the winner. Roumanian, owned by champion amateur rider Patrick Mullins, held on

to win the 2m handicap hurdle on his first run for trainer Willie Mullins. The winning owner’s cousin Danny Mullins was in the saddle as the gambled-on 11/8 favourite scored by a short-head. Gordon Elliott saddled Thunder Zone to win the 2m4f hurdle, the outsider of three runners comfortably accounting for odds-on favourite

Sadler’s Risk. One Cool Princess didn’t let her supporters down as she recorded a narrow victory in the 2m4f maiden hurdle at odds of 8/11 favourite for trainer John Joe Walsh and Brian O’Connell. Liz Lalor and Athenry-based Pat Kelly teamed up with Mall Dini to win the bumper.

Increased funding for Point-To-Point sector

Ballinrobe launch 2015 season

HORSE Racing Ireland has announced an increase of 16% in funding for the point-to-point sector, bringing the total to €1.495m for the year 2015. The increase will be retrospective to 30th December 2014 and from that date, grants paid to hunt clubs running pointto-points will be increased from €2,500 per fixture to €3,500. With effect from 1st September 2015, the grant will be increased by a further €1,000 to €4,500 per fixture. In addition, HRI will provide prize

B A L L I N R O B E Racecourse launched their 2015 season at the racetrack last week. The track hosts nine race meetings and total prizemoney of over €800,000 will be on offer. The fixtures will comprise seven national hunt meetings and two flat meetings including ten feature races, each with prizemoney in excess of €20,000. Ballinrobe’s season runs from May 5th through to September 22nd and over 90% of the races are now sponsored.

money grants of €800 per race for all point-to-point races and funding of €480,000 to the Irish National Hunt Steeplechase Committee (INHSC) of the Turf Club towards the cost of providing integrity services at point-to-points. Through its subsidiary Irish Thoroughbred Marketing (ITM), HRI will continue to support the promotion and sale of point-to-point horses. HRI Chief Executive, Brian Kavanagh: “Pointto-points are a vital part of the national hunt sector in

Ireland and a source of many of our leading horses and riders. 41% of national hunt runners in Ireland last year were former point-to-pointers, many performing at the highest level. HRI is conscious of the financial pressure on point-to-point organisers due to increased costs and a decline in entries and in that respect, the Board agreed to invite representatives of the sector and the INHS Committee to a meeting to discuss the future funding of point-to point-racing.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 April, 2015

Ballyduff Juvenile GAA and Camogie Club at the Cappoquin Parade 2015.

Garranbane beaten by Lismore in the Western Cumann Na mBunscol Allianz Mini 7s football final in Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Mrs. Ann Whelan presenting the Paddy Whelan winnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; shield to joint Captain's of the Naomh Chartaigh team, Michael Morrissey and Oisin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Gorman. Naomh Chartaigh beat Killeagh in the final of the U-14 Paddy Whelan Tournament which was held in Lismore on Saturday last March 28th on a scoreline of 1-11 to 3-6.

Scoil Gharbhain beaten by Ballymacarbry in the Western Cumann Na mBunscol Allianz Mini 7s football final in Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballysaggart GAA Club lotto draw committee celebrate along with Mark Clancy after receiving the winning jackpot cheque.