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By Tom Keith

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FOR five Dungarvan women, their sunshine holiday turned from dream to nightmare as they played out the last hours of their holiday in Tunisia last week.

Shortly before noon on Friday,

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Councils elect new Chairpersons THE Annual General Meetings of the Municipal District Councils were held yesterday (Tuesday), with Cllr. Tom Cronin being elected as the new Chairperson of D u n g a r va n - L i s m o re District Council and Cllr. Liam Brazil elected as the new Cathaoirleach of Comeragh District Council, for the coming year.

The AGMs bring to a close the first year of the new District authorities which were created following the amalgamation of the former Waterford County Council and Waterford City Council.

Outgoing Chairperson in Dungarvan-Lismore area is Cllr. Damien Geoghegan; and the outgoing Cathaoirleach of Comeragh District area is Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan.

Meanwhile, Cllr. John Cummins was elected last Monday, as the new Mayor of Waterford City and County, replacing the outgoing Mayor, Cllr.

James Tobin.

as they relaxed at their hotel, just a short distance away, a terrorist attack was taking place which would take the lives of 38 innocent holidaymakers, some of whom were also whiling away the final hours of their holiday and taking the last rays of the Mediterranean sun.

Among the group were Patricia

Sheehan-Ferncombe, originally from Springfield and now living in Abbeyside, her mother Myra, her sister Christine and her daughter and a teenage friend.

The five women had had the perfect holiday of relaxation, companionship, fun and sunshine and had carefully planned their final day with activities which would

take them up to the time of their departure for the airport for their 7.50 p.m. flight back to Dublin.

They had extended their stay at the hotel so that they could occupy their room up to the last minute, something which Patricia was later glad she had done.

On her return to Dungarvan, Patricia recounted the happenings

of that eventful day, memorable for all of the wrong reasons.

“Because it was our last day,” she recalled on Sunday morning after their party had arrived home safely, “we decided to do some last minute shopping and go down around the marina and on to the beach”.

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Dungarvan Post Office confirms move to new state-of-the-art premises

By Paul Mooney DUNGARVAN Post Office will be moving from its current premises at Bridge Street / T. F. Meagher Street, to a more central, state-of-the-art, customer friendly premises

from 6th July next.

Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer, Postmaster, Joe O’Riordan confirmed that the Post Office will move to a new unit at High Street (beside Kelly’s Wellness Centre) and will

be open for business from Monday, 6th July.

The Post Office’s new premises will be located midway between Grattan Square and the Plaza and will be extremely convenient for all customers, including wheelchair

access and will cater for people with disabilities, along with plenty of car parking in the area.

The Post Office has operated at Bridge Street / T. F. Meagher Street since 1975. Before that, it was located in Grattan

Square.

Last February, it was exclusively revealed in this newspaper that An Post was “in the market” for a new, more central location for its Dungarvan Post Office.

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HSE accused of ‘getting greedy’ with €10k price tag on small piece of land

By Paul Mooney THE Health Service Executive has been accused of “getting greedy” by putting a high price on a very small piece of land it owns in Stradbally, which the Tidy Towns committee have shown interest in acquiring.

Cllr. Liam Brazil told the June meeting of Comeragh District Council that the piece of land is approximately 20 feet by 40 feet (six metres by 12 metres) which is owned by the Health Board, and they appeared to put a price of €10,000 on the site only when Stradbally Tidy Towns took an interest in acquiring the piece of land.

“I know that land isn’t worth €10,000,” said Cllr. Brazil. “That piece of land has been lying idle for 12 years and when the Tidy Towns committee made a move to look at it, all of a sudden the Health Board got very greedy and put a figure of €10,000 on it.”

Cllr. Brazil said the Tidy Towns were interested in the land so they could tidy it up which in turn may help in boosting their marks for the Tidy Towns competition.

Cllr. Brazil said that trees “have gone wild” at the location which is giving Stradbally ‘black marks’ in the Tidy Towns competition.

“The committee got an estimate of €2,800 to remove those trees,” Cllr. Brazil said.

He asked if the Council could get involved and fund the purchase of the land, and bring the matter to a satisfactory resolution.

Community Support Officer, Kevin Moynihan, said he was working with the Tidy Towns group in relation to the piece of land, as the ownership of it was in question at the time.

“The Land Registry had to go back to their manual files. It took a good number of weeks for me to get a response from the Land Registry because it was so far back and it wasn’t on their automated records,” Mr.

Moynihan said.

“On the day I got an answer from the Land Registry, by pure coincidence the HSE valuers were down looking at the piece of land,” he said.

Mr. Moynihan said the site in question is walled in on all four sides and is of no use to the HSE. “I couldn’t see any commercial use to it whatsoever,” Mr. Moynihan said.

He acknowledged that although he isn’t qualified to make an assessment of the piece of land, he would suggest that putting a valuation of €10,000 on it is “quite expensive”, given the fact that there is a huge amount of maintenance to do in relation to the trees boarding the site.

He said the Community Services budget would not have that kind of funding, but suggested that maybe the Environment / Open Spaces section of the Council could investigate the possibility of funding.

WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will be humid and close, mostly cloudy in many areas with some rain at times in more western parts, turning persistent there later, drier further east with possibly some warm sunny breaks developing at times, but the risk of some heavy - possibly thundery - showers breaking out in the afternoon. Afternoon highs of 18 to 22 degrees, coolest along the coasts due to sea breezes and some mist or fog.

Pollen Count:Very high.

Sunburn Index: Moderate but high in any sunshine.

Blight Warning: Weather conditions favouring the spread of potato blight will occur over the next few days.

Headline: Turning cooler and fresher.

Wednesday Night: Humid and close on Wednesday night. Some rain for a time overnight and possibly heavy but clearing by Thursday morning.

Thursday:Temperatures will be down a few degrees on Thursday and it will feel fresher. Generally bright conditions with sunny spells but scattered showers also and some are likely to be heavy. Afternoon temperatures of 18 to 21 degrees C. and light southwesterly winds.

Friday: Warmer and more humid on Friday. Many places will be dry with sunny spells developing especially in central and eastern areas, cloudier in the west and southwest with some showery rain in places there.

Afternoon temperatures of 18 to 22 degrees C in freshening southerly breezes.

Weekend: Cooler over the weekend with afternoon temperatures more typically in the high teens. Indications suggest rain in many areas Friday night and for a time on Saturday (risk of some heavy falls), but overall drier on Sunday but with some showers in places.

Changeable weather during the early days of next week.

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Priority 1 housing grant applicants will be dealt with ‘asap’ APPLICANTS seeking grants for housing adaptation who are on the ‘Priority 1’ list will be dealt with “as soon as possible” the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council was told.

Cllr. John Cummins said the money allocated under housing adaptation grants for older people, people with a disability and mobility aid are the “best spent money” by the Council.

“It makes such a difference for the elderly to get in a stair-lift, and extension to the house, grab rails, etc. It is the best spent

money,” said Cllr. Cummins.

He was questioning Council officials as to why ‘Priority 1’ applicants were recently informed they are on a ‘waiting list’, and pointed out that traditionally, Priority 1 applicants were not put on a waiting list, like Priority 2 and Priority 3 cases.

“Priority 1 cases have always been granted money. Why the waiting list?” he asked.

He also questioned how much funding was available for the grants and if Priority 1 applicants would be funded.

In response, Senior Engineer, Pat

McCarthy said there is €870,000 available for the grants, but said the Council has contacted the Department for extra funding specifically to deal with Priority 2 and 3 applicants.

Cllr. Cummins said if an applicant has been assessed and classed as ‘Priority 1’, then that applicant “should be advanced as speedily as possible”.

“They haven’t been granted Priority 1 status for the sake of it,” he said.

Mr. McCarthy replied that Priority 1 applicants would be “dealt with as soon as possible”.

Dungarvan Post Office confirms move to new state-of-the-art premises FROM FRONT PAGE It was also confirmed at the time that the outgoing Branch Manager, Mr. O’Riordan, who has been working at Dungarvan Post Office since 1980, was appointed as ‘Postmaster’ following a change in the business model from an ‘An Post-run’ office to a ‘contractor-run’ office.

Mr. O’Riordan said the new Post Office will continue to provide a top class service, with all the same services as before, as well as new services, including sales of greeting cards, stationary supplies, boxes for posting, and other retail lines.

The old premises at Bridge Street will only be used as a sorting office for delivery of post following the transfer.

“The new Post Office will be state-of-the-art, with a new design, the first of its kind in the country,” Mr. O’Riordan said.

“The customer area in the new premises will be larger than the old Post Office and there will be a four-position counter, which will cater for people with disabilities.”

Mr. O’Riordan said the Post Office remains committed to providing Dungarvan with the highest level of services for the future and continuation of service is of key importance.

The current premises at Bridge Street will close on Saturday, 4th July, to facilitate the transfer of the business to the new premises at High Street.

’The story which broke in the Dungarvan Observer last February, which revealed that An Post was “in the market” for a new, more central location for its Dungarvan Post Office.

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Dungarvan’s 800 celebrations to feature tonight on RTÉ’s Nationwide

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DUNGARVAN will feature on tonight’s (Wednesday) edition of RTÉ’s Nationwide, which will focus around the town’s 800 celebrations.

In July, 1215, Dungarvan was granted a charter – which granted the customs of Breteuil (a town in the Normandy region of France) to Dungarvan.

The customs of Breteuil or Law of Breteuil were used as a form of grant designed to attract settlers to towns and the burgage plots (lands leased) were large and the fines for transgressions were low in order for the Lords of these towns to attract settlers to held develop the town.

Waterford City and County Council, in conjunction with Waterford County Museum and Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, have launched a programme of culture and heritage events to mark the granting of the

charter to the town in 1215, with a series of events to take place on Friday 3rd and Saturday, 4th July.

Mary Kennedy, from RTÉ’s Nationwide programme, recently visited Dungarvan to find out all about the upcoming Dungarvan 800 Celebrations.

She spoke to Chef Paul Flynn about growing up in Dungarvan and she visited his famous Tannery Restaurant.

Jim Shine talked to Mary about the History of the town and the granting of the Charter

by King John in 1215.

Austin Flynn from Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club spoke to Mary Kennedy about the Sailing Clubs plans to bring 'King John' to Dungarvan in a flotilla of boats while Jenny Beresford from Dungarvan's Chamber of Commerce spoke about the thriving businesses in the town. Rose Ryall from Waterford County Council

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Main picture: Dungarvan Castle from above, which shows work on its restoration just beginning. Inset, left: a more recent photograph showing the castle with landscaping and a new roof on the rear corner tower. Dungarvan Castle was built in the 12th Century by King John, who granted the charter to Dungarvan in 1215.

outlined all the events planned for the upcoming Festival.

The programme also visited Abbeyside and the

site of the original Augustinian Abbey where Prior Fr. Tony Egan outlined the History of theAugustinians in the

town.

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Members of the Traveller Women's Group who all worked individually and collectively on a piece/pieces in creating this Traveller Wedding Scene.

Co. Waterford Traveller Support Group hosted their 6th annual Traveller Pride event COUNTY Waterford Traveller Support Group hosted their 6th Annual Traveller Pride Event of a visual arts piece ‘Traveller Wedding Scene’ Project between Co. Waterford Traveller Support Group & Art Therapist Gosia Lawnicki at the Civic Offices, Dungaravn, Co. Waterford, on Tuesday, 16th June, 2015, at 11.00 a.m. officially launched by Cllr.

Tom Cronin.

On Tuesday, June 16th, 2015, in the Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, members of the

Traveller Support Group in Dungarvan held their 6th annual Traveller Pride Event. It was launched by Cllr. Tom Cronin in the Council Chambers. The visual arts piece entitled ‘Traveller Wedding Scene’ was a joint project between the group and Art Therapist Gosia Lawnicki.

Funded by the Department of Justice & Equality and Waterford Wexford ETB. The women began the decoupage (paper mache) back in March and was completed a

week before Traveller Pride Week 2015. Twelve Traveller women spent their Tuesday nights for the four months working on this masterpiece, under the watchful and talented eye of Gosia Lawnicki.

Cllr.Tom Cronin remarked on “how proud the women should feel” ... “It is a testament to the women, their commitment and a great way to show their talents and culture, than during Traveller Pride Week.”

Ann Marie McDonagh

welcomed everyone to the 6th Annual Traveller Pride Event in Dungarvan and Teresa McDonagh who is the facilitator and chairperson of the Co. Waterford Traveller Support Group thanked all those involved especially Cllr. Tom Cronin, Gosia Lawnicki, Waterford Wexford ETB, Rena Cody, Waterford Traveller CDP, Jimmy Power, Civic Offices, Dolores Corcoran and the Traveller Women themselves, “as without them the project would not have

Cllr. Tom Cronin with Representatives from Focus Ireland, Dungarvan Youth Centre, Dungarvan Community Based Drugs Initative, Waterford Wexford ETB, Waterford City & County Childcare Committee, Waterford Traveller CDP, with Gosia Lawnicki Artist & Dolores Corcoran Co-Ordinator Dungarvan Traveller Health Project with the Traveller Wedding Scene.

Jay Collins Community Drugs workers, Niamh & Claire Dungarvan Youth Centre, Catriona & Paul Focus Ireland, Jacqui de Siun Waterford City & County Childcare Committe, Rena Coady Waterford City & County Council Margaret Kerrigan (Retired) Co. Waterford Traveller Initative and Dolores Corcoran Co-Ordinator Dungarvan Traveller Health Project.

been done.”

Dolores Corcoran in turn thanked Teresa, whom she described as “an inspiration to her community, family, friends and work” Dolores explained further all the hard work Teresa had done and the untold hours she volunteered to see the project come to fruition. “It was challenging at times, but when you see the piece you realise it was all worth it, congratulations to all involved,” Dolores stated.

Gosia Lawnicki described her-

self as a Polish woman working with Irish Travellers and what a privilege that is for her. Gosia also stated she would love to work with the women next year and build on this year’s piece.The women really took on a challenge and it was difficult at times,” Gosia said, “it was all worth it in the end.”

Cllr. Tom Cronin was thrilled to have opened this year’s event.

Refreshments were served at the Adult Education Centre, Wolfe Tone Road.

Teresa McDonagh Facilitator Traveller Womens group, Cllr. Tom Cronin, Gosia Lawnicki Artist & Art Therapist, and Dolores Corcoran Co-Ordinator Dungarvan Community Traveller Health Project.

Cllr. Tom Cronin, Gosia Lawnicki Art Therapist, Dolores Corcoran Co-Ordinator DCTHP with members of the Traveller Community Dungarvan & Clonmel.

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Villierstown a focal point for Dromana 800 celebrations

By Paul Mooney VILLIERSTOWN will be a focal point for the celebration of 800 years of history packed into one weekend, which kicks off this coming Thursday, 2nd July, and lasts until Sunday, 5th July.

Dromana 800 is a celebration of the FitzGerald family in the area (1215 - 2015), and the festival has a fantastic programme of events suitable for the whole family.

PROGRAMME AND BOOKING For a full list of events during the four day extravaganza, check out www.dromana800.com.

A large portion of events are fully booked, but there are still some events which have limited places, so people are asked to book early for the remaining events to avoid disappointment.

To book tickets for any of the events, contact 0873810378.

BOOLEY HOUSE The Booley House will perform in the historic Villierstown Church at 8.15 p.m., on Friday, 3rd July. Price €15.

The Booley House is one of Irelands longest running and most successful traditional music shows, predating ‘Riverdance’ by two years and has its own distinctive and unique format which has attracted a legion of admirers over the years.

LINEN INDUSTRY On Saturday, 4th July, Villierstown Church will be the location for a presentation on the John Villiers’ Linen Industry at 1.00 p.m.

Pupils from third to sixth class in Villierstown School have been studying

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Villierstown Church, which will be venue for many events and concerts during the Dromana 800 celebrations. the Linen Industry during the 18th and 19th Century as part of their Local History Programme.

They will present all their findings on this topic in Villierstown Church.

REBECCA STORM CONCERT Meanwhile, on Saturday evening, at 8.15 p.m., Rebecca Storm will be in concert at Villierstown Church, with an intimate evening of music, drama and comedy, which will appeal to all ages. Price €25.

Rebecca celebrated 30 years in musical theatre last year by reprising her iconic role of Mrs. Johnstone in ‘Blood Brothers’.

GEORGIAN FÉTE Sunday will be the pinnacle of the celebrations, with a huge ‘Georgian Féte’ in Villierstown, from 12 noon to 5.00 p.m. which will celebrate the foundation of the village in 1740.

Villierstown will be transformed back to its origins with the First Earl

Grandison, John Villiers opening proceedings at noon, with Senator David Norris.

There will be plenty of events, activities and stalls, as well as traditional crafts, weaving, bee-keeping, blacksmithing, lacemaking, games, animal farm, falconry, archery, tarot cards, and a food village, complete with Town Crier.

Throughout the Féte, there will also be fringe events in the village, such as ‘Irish Ancestree 1 to 1’, where genealogists provides the chance for a one-to-one consultation advice on your family history and research - price €12 per session.

In Villierstown Church, from 12 noon to 1.00 p.m., there will be an 18th Century Furniture Lecture, where well known antique dealer and restorer, George Williams will host a lecture on 18th Century furniture, price €4.50.

TEAC A BLOCK Later on Sunday

evening,Teac A Block will perform a family puppet show, at 7.00 p.m., in Villierstown Church, price €15.

The show is described as the “coming together of traditional Irish music and art in the form of puppet theatre”, ideal entertainment for the whole family.

VILLIERSTOWN CHURCH Last year, work was carried out to restore Villierstown Church, thanks to funding from Waterford Leader Partnership.

The regeneration work has changed the iconic 18th Century building from a dilapidated ruin into a bright and modern facility for the community.

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Holiday nightmare for local women FROM FRONT PAGE “We had breakfast and then told our families back home what time we would leave and what time to meet us in Dublin.”

Their group had decided to save their massages until the final day, which would fill up some of their time later in the day, but for the moment, the beach beckoned and they enjoyed the delights of the Mediterranean sun.

SIRENS AND SHOUTING Later, while they lazed around the pool about noon, they heard lots of sirens, exceptionally loud and a big number by any standards they thought.

Thinking it was a serious accident nearby, they stayed at the pool, never for a moment thinking that a major tragedy was unfolding close-by.

“This was happening almost on our doorstep,” recalls Patricia, “with just the width of the golf course between us and the commotion.

“The sirens grew even louder and helicopters arrived above us. We knew at that stage there was something seriously wrong and just then, my mother got a text message telling us what was happening and my daughter ran over to us to say there had been a terrorist attack in Sousse.

“At that stage I was glad

that I had picked a gated hotel with security and we retreated into the grounds.

While it was being reported that the attack was in Sousse City, in fact it took place in another part of our district called Port el Kantaoui.

“My heart was going through my chest,” recalls Patricia, “especially as we had young people with us including a friend and I feared for our safety.”

TRAVEL EXPERIENCE Patricia’s thirteen years experience in travel agency took over and she began to make the decisions for the group. She had also taken some basic precautions when preparing for the holiday and had brought emergency contact numbers with her including the Department of Foreign Affairs, as well as leaving copies of their passports at home.

“I knew tourist areas were the target,” she said, “so we retreated indoors and went to our rooms. We did not turn on the TV, because it would have been too traumatic for the young people, even though I was quite stressed myself.

Everybody was taking it quite well, partly, I think, because there was someone making decisions “When I went out onto the balcony to see what was going on, I could hear loud

noises which I believed afterwards were grenades exploding.There was lots of noise, both the normal noise in a resort hotel complex and also from whatever was going on further down the beach.”

TERRORIST ATTACK The hotel desk confirmed that it was indeed a terrorist attack and Patricia got their group to prepare for a quick exit when transport would become available. This was not due for some hours yet, but better to be ready for all developments, she reckoned.

As it turned out, their plane was three hours late leaving Ireland with a new group of visitors as they too had decisions to make about whether to travel or not. Most did, but some opted for other destinations or not travel at all.

“I rang the Department of Foreign Affairs for advice,” recalled Patricia, “and also Sunway holidays.

I felt if I got up to date information, I could share it with other guests in the hotel. Again, the training as a travel agent was breaking out in me.”

Then, to make matters even worse the electricity failed in their room which caused even more problems.”

“At about 4.00 p.m., we were told we would have to leave immediately. I was concerned about this as I

knew we were relatively safe in our room, but would be exposed going to and travelling on our bus.”

Also, Patricia knew their flight had not yet left Ireland, so where were they being brought to? No one told them where and eventually, just before they reached the airport, they were brought to a secure hotel which was heavily guarded.

“We noticed that some people who had come with us were not on the coach at this stage. Those, we realised, were some of the victims who had died and who had travelled out with us.We had dropped them at their hotel never thinking that they would not return with us. It was a sobering and upsetting thought and our hearts went out to their families.

SYMPATHY “I want to extend our sympathy to all of their families, I do not know just what they are feeling right now, but it must be horrific to have lost someone in these circumstances. We were able to come home on Friday night, they did not return at all and I feel so sad for all of their relatives and friends.”

One of the consolations in all of this tragedy is that all the needs and comforts of the visitors were very adequately attended to and having got ready, they went

Above is a screen grab from the RTE News coverage of Patricia Sheehan-Ferncombe as she arrives home with her four companions weary after their traumatic experience on holiday in Tunisia last weekend. on to what was again a heavily guarded airport.

On the way, Patricia and her group were contacted by the crisis unit of the Department of Foreign Affairs to offer help, acknowledging that they had been through a traumatic event. However, Patricia pointed out that for them the event was ongoing and that they were nowhere near home yet.

“The authorities at the airport did everything to speed up our clearance,” says Patricia, “we were met at the door and they really did their best to make us feel as comfortable as possible under the circumstances.

HOME SAFELY “The people of Tunisia were brilliant, they did everything possible for us and went out of their way

to be helpful and kind.

Even during the week, they had been very friendly and loving to us which had helped the enjoyment of our stay.

The arriving plane was a welcome sight and the journey home was quiet and reserved. After they touched down at Dublin Airport at 2.30 a.m., they were glad to be met by relieved relatives, Myra’s husband (Patricia’s father) Nicky and Patricia’s husband, Richard Ferncombe.

It was a long journey back to Dungarvan and sleep came slowly if at all that night as a result of the extreme stress of the day.

During the crisis, Patricia had wondered whether there were other gunmen disguised as tourists and waiting for another signal to attack, but it had been an

isolated incident and not a concerted plan.

Now, they were glad to be back on home soil and it felt good.

On Sunday morning, weary as they were, Patricia and her family attended Ballinroad Mass and later visited the graves of their family whose help and support they had petitioned for in the midst of the crisis.

They were glad to be home and to able to begin the process of leaving the nightmare behind. The memories will always be there, receding slowly to the background. So too will be their gratitude for their survival and their trip to St. Laurence’s Church was a necessary one to acknowledge the Divine help which saw them through a very bad experience.

Council approves bye-laws governing playgrounds WATERFORD City and County Council approved bye-laws governing parks, playgrounds and open spaces throughout the city and county.

The draft bye-laws were placed on public display for submissions and observations from the public.

At the June meeting of the local authority, Director

of Services, Fergus Galvin said no submissions or observations were received.

He said the bye-laws will create a single common set of regulations governing the

use of public parks, playgrounds and open spaces that are controlled by the Council.

Mr. Galvin said the byelaws will regulate a number

of activities within parks including traffic, dogs and animals, general regulations, prohibited substances, commercial activity, musical, artistic and sports perform-

ances.

The bye-laws were proposed, seconded and passed by the Council, and will come into operation from 1st July, 2015.

Presentation highlights uniqueness of Waterford’s bid for European Capital of Culture

Attending the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM 2015 were Ann Marie Rossiter, Capitol Cleaners; Mags Durand-O'Connor, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, and Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

WATERFORD and its neighbouring counties of Wexford and Kilkenny have come together as a region in a bid to win the title of European Capital of Culture in 2020 under the banner of the ‘Three Sisters’.

Katherine Collins, Project Leader on the Three Sisters European Capital of Culture bid, gave a presentation to the June meeting of Waterford City and

County Council, and outlined the uniqueness of the bid.

She pointed out that while Dublin, Limerick and Galway are seeking the title as cities, the ‘Three Sisters’ bid is being sought as a region, with Waterford as the lead city.

“The process is about transformation and the EU Commission want to see that by hosting the title, the whole region will be regenerated,” said

Ms. Collins.

“We need something that will bring regeneration to the region. The title will lift the profile of the region internationally, because the EU Capital of Culture is reputationally very strong and offers a very strong product.”

Ms. Collins said the title will bring the region to the attention of the world, as well as enhance the region for local people.

Ms. Collins said that a ten-member jury from Europe will adjudicate the bid, and are an independent body, with no Irish representation on it.

She said there has been public engagement in relation to the bid representing a broad spectrum of society, including arts, culture, sports, heritage, and other sections.

More information on the bid at: www.threesisters2020.ie.

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Beach bye-laws allow campervan parking NEW beach bye-laws were adopted

by Waterford Council at its June meeting which have removed a restriction on the parking of campervans at beaches.

The draft bye-laws were placed on public display for eight weeks for submissions and observations from the public.

A majority of the submissions on the bye-laws related to motorhomes and campervans, from motorhome groups and individuals, who requested the Council to reconsider the restriction on campervan parking at beaches.

Cllr. Lola O’Sullivan said she believes the Council has not adequately dealt with “the problem of campervans in seaside areas”.

She said campervans park along the Promenade in Tramore and as they can be long vehicles, the rear sticks out onto the Promenade.

Cllr. O’Sullivan said there are lots of children cycling on the Promenade and if they are not looking where they are going, they can collide into the campervans.

“This is something we need to address,” she said and accused the Council of putting the issue “on the long finger forever”.

“We need to make a decision and stick by it,” she added.

However, Cllr. Jim Griffin disagreed and said the Council has “missed a great opportunity” in relation to tourism and campervans.

He said Dungarvan has a “great attitude” towards campervans by having a

designated parking area for the vehicles.

“They shouldn’t be placed in isolated areas, they need to be integrated in the areas where they want to park, and have a ‘feel good’ factor when they come into areas,” said Cllr.

Griffin.

“We are missing a huge opportunity in relation to tourism. We should be designating a spot for them,” he added.

Acting Director of Services, Paul Daly, said that the Council has removed the restriction on campervans parking at beach areas, but have included the definition of ‘encampment’.

“While it is not illegal to park a campervan, as long as its legally parked and has road tax, it is illegal to put out an awning, tables and chairs and behave like they are actually encamping,” Mr. Daly pointed out.

Cllr. Cha O’Neill suggested that beaches around County Waterford should have designated areas for activities such as fishing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, swimming, surfboards, etc.

He was responding to the new byelaw which recommended a yearround ban on fishing in bathing areas at Guillamene and Newtown Cove, Tramore.

Cllr. O’Sullivan suggested the use of chequered flags to designate areas of the beach for activities, which is a similar system operated on other beaches around the country and abroad.

Mr. Daly said the idea of marking

parts of the beach for activities is an interesting idea and would bring the suggestion back to the Strategic Policy Committee for consideration.

Cllr. Blaise Hannigan queried the bye-laws covering control of dogs.

Mr. Daly said a ban on dogs on beaches at peak times has been operating at Clonea Beach for a number of years.

“It is self enforcing and we’ve had no difficulty with it,” said Mr. Daly.

He explained that at peak times, dogs were banned from the beach, but outside that time, people were free to walk their dogs on the beach.

“When the beach is heavily used with a lot of people, it doesn’t make sense to be walking a dog in the first place, so we tend to find that the ban on dogs at peak times is self enforcing.

But aside from that, we do have people to enforce the bye-law if someone isn’t complying,” he added.

Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said the bye-laws do not mention jet-skis. “Jet-skis are causing a problem all over the coastline and are very dangerous, especially when used in amongst swimmers,” Cllr. Fitzgerald said. Mr. Daly said jetskis are covered in the bye-laws under ‘personal watercraft’.

“The definition of a personal watercraft is any craft of less than four metres in length, which uses an internal combustible engine as its primary source of propulsion - is a jet-ski by any other name,” Mr. Daly said.

The draft bye-laws were proposed, seconded and passed by the Council.

Three local businesses to win ‘game-changing’ investment IRELAND’S Best Young Entrepreneur Competition gets underway in Waterford, with €50,000 to be won by three local businesses.

Three young enterprising people from Waterford can win a “game-changing” investment for their business, through Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur competition.

That’s according to the Local Enterprise Office which is rolling out the IBYE competition this month.

The enterprising winners, who must all be aged between 18 and 30, will be awarded an investment prize of between €10,000 and €20,000 each to put straight into their business or to help fund a business idea.

The closing date to enter online through www.ibye.ie is Friday, July 31st and the competition is only open to those aged between 18 and 30 with an existing business or with an idea for a new one.

The Waterford Local Enterprise Office (LEO) has €50,000 to invest in

three local businesses or start-ups. The three categories in the competition are: Best Idea (€10,000 investment prize), Best Start-Up (€20,000 investment prize) and Best Established Business (€20,000 investment prize).

Last year’s county winners were: Waterford’s best start-up was Padraig Ó Scanaill.

Padraig’s company ‘FundRecs’ develops cloud based reconciliation software for the funds industry.

Waterford’s best new idea was Conor Browne who developed a social media app called Grumble, designed to connect you with people you already know anonymously and enable you to speak honestly about things you may not necessarily say face to face.

Waterford best existing business was Lyndsey Power of the South East’s first interactive doggie day care and training centre, Inn the Doghouse. Lyndsey is a qualified dog groomer, trainer and Canine Behaviour Consultant.

In addition to investment prizes, additional supports are being offered to those entering, as Richie Walsh from the Waterford Local Enterprise Office explains: “As well as three local winners, who will share the €50,000 investment fund, up to 500 young entrepreneurs and business owners will also be invited to take part in Business Bootcamps around the country, helping them finely tune their business plans and to learn new enterprise skills. One-toone mentoring and business coaching will also be available, through all 31 Local Enterprise Offices.This will obviously also apply to Waterford entrants.”

July 31st is the deadline to enter the competition through www.ibye.ie and there are no entry fees.

Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur is supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation through Enterprise Ireland and the Local Enterprise Offices. Further competition details are available by searching #ibye on social media.

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IRELAND’S BEST YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR WHAT IS IT? Waterford Local Enterprise Office is running Waterford’s Best Young Entrepreneur which is open to anybody under 30 with an idea/commercial l venture for a start-up or existing business and has a total fund of €50,000 to invest.

WHERE DO I FIT IN? The competition is open to all sectors: individuals venture teams partnerships existing businesses with a new idea people overseas (including Irish emigrants) who will headquarter in Ireland

SO HOW DO I APPLY? Applying is simple. Waterford LEO has a 50 thousand euro investment fund and targeted business supports on offer to help you turn your business idea into a reality.

Waterford Local Enterprise Office is looking for Waterford’s best young Entrepreneurs.

If you are between 18 and 30 and either have a business idea or have started a business, why not enter this competition for a chance to win part of the 50 thousand euro investment fund?

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BEST BUSINESS IDEA - €10,000 Pre Trading BEST START-UP BUSINESS - €20,000 Up to 24 months BEST ESTABLISHED BUSINESS - €20,000 Over 24 months

ENTER NOW So if you got what it takes go to www.ibye.ie or www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford and apply for the sake of your idea, your business and our Waterford. For further enquiries you can contact Paul Curley at Waterford LEO on 051 849 905 or at pcurley@leo.waterfordcouncil.ie. Closing date for applications is the 31st of July

www.ibye.ie or www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford

This national competition aims to find Ireland’s best young entrepreneur. This initiative is an integral part of the Action Plan for Jobs 2015 roll out plan. It is organised by the network of Local Enterprise O ce across the country. Local Enterprise O ces are the First Stop Shop for anyone seeking information and support on starting or growing a business in Ireland.

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Dungarvan 2015 3rd & 4th July THIS Friday and Saturday, 3rd and 4th July, Dungarvan will be celebrating the 800th anniversary of the granting of its charter by King John, of Magna Carta fame.

To get a taste of Dungarvan’s 800 years of history, we have a selection of Bitesize Talks (of 10-15 mins. duration) on Saturday, 4th July: Tom Keith will talk about Dungarvan's Composer and Singer Mai O'Higgins at 10.30 a.m. in Dungarvan Library Liam Suipéil will give a bi-lingual talk about the connections between Dungarvan and An Coinigéir "An Coinigéir Inniú agus Inné" in Seomra de Paor, Old Market House Arts Centre at 12.45 p.m.

Jacinta Kiely will talk about the Vikings in Shandon at Dungarvan Library at 3.45 p.m.

Michael Desmond will talk about the Battle of Le Pilly - The Waterford Servicemen and the Forgotten events of 20th October, 1914, downstairs in the Old Market House Arts Centre at

4.15 p.m.

Don’t forget to gather at the Quay in Dungarvan on Friday 3rd July at 5.45 p.m. to watch Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club bring King John into Dungarvan. They will be landing at the pontoon on the Quay and King John and his knights will then go to the front of King John's Castle to present the charter to the Chairperson of Dungarvan and Lismore District Council.

To find out more about King John, a lecture will be given by Professor Seán Duffy, Trinity College Dublin titled "The Aftermath of Magna Carta: King John's Charter to Dungarvan, 3rd July, 1215" at the Town Hall Theatre in Dungarvan. Entry will be €5 at the door and will also include a concert of Early Medieval Music by Laoise O'Brien.

Saturday, 4th July, will be a day full of events and surprises – Déise Medieval will be setting up a Medieval Village outside the walls of King John's Castle with lots to see and do

and will also be providing battle group demonstrations. Throughout the day there will be Craft Demonstrations of spinning, butter-making, basket making and tapestry work as well as food stalls, drama and dance and on Saturday evening you can book into a banquet at Crew’s Restaurant at 7.30 p.m. at a cost of €35, contact Waterford County Museum at 058 45960 to book tickets.

To find out more about Dungarvan's history you can visit the Waterford County Museum exhibition at Dungarvan Shopping Centre which will be open daily from 29th June–10th July. Further investigations into the history of Dungarvan will be pursued on the 11th and 12th July when an Archaeological Survey will be carried out at Gallow's Hill. If you would like to take part in this exciting project contact Waterford County Museum at 058 45960 or history@waterfordmuseum.ie For updates on events check out #Dungarvan1215.

1916–2016 Centenary Programme Workshop ON Wednesday, 17th June, and significant number of stakeholders, Waterford Comhairle na nOg, members of the public and other interested parties attended a lively workshop that focused on the 1916-2016 Centenary Programme.The workshop was hosted by the Central Library, in Lady Lane, and was Chaired by

Jane Cantwell of Waterford Council Library Services.

Also speaking at the workshop was Commandant Stephen MacEion of the Defence Forces Military Archives who gave an in depth presentation on the State’s Plans to commemorate the events of 1916. These included the creation of a

Commandant Stephen MacEoin presenting to the workshop.

Members of Waterford Comhairle na nOg brainstorming.

commemorative €2 coin and the printing of a commemorative stamp collection.

Commenting on the workshop Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, “It was moving to see such a cross section of Waterford people attend this workshop. It is of vital importance that we all remember the events leading up to, the events during and events after 1916 as these ultimately shaped the country we live in today.

I am delighted that Waterford will play a central role in the Commemorations and through the 1848 Tricolour Celebration, of which I am a founding member, we will continue the flag presentation programme of presenting a Tricolour, flown at 33 The Mall, to every school in the

country.This process will be supported by the Thomas Francis Meagher Foundation and the Irish Defence Forces.

Waterford Comhairle na nOg also attended the workshop in significant numbers and we need to actively engage with our youth to make certain that we garner their thoughts and ideas on the Commemorations. Their input will, I am sure, add considerably to the final outcomes right across Waterford City and County.”

Further details on the Commemorations can be found on www.ireland.ie and by reading the local press. In addition information will be posted through www.waterfordcouncil.ie in due course.

Bark in the Park DUNGARVAN dogs came out in force to support the annual Bark in the Park in Walton Park last Sunday, held in aid of Irish Dogs for the Disabled. Dogs big and small mingled and enjoyed a walk along the track followed by a dog show and music back in the park.

Everyone was delighted to see Waterford boy Nathan achieve his goal of walking the whole route along the track with his assistance dog and best friend, Darcy. This was Nathan’s first time managing the long walk without his wheelchair.

A really great achievement for Nathan who was justifiably proud of his wonderful achievement.

The organisers would like to think their generous sponsors, Deise Vets, Mullinahone co op, Butlers, Starbarks grooming, CountryLife Dungarvan, the Dog Digs B&B, Eurospar, the Dog Lady and Riverside Vets. Thanks also to Waterford City and County Council for their support and DJ Kieran Eaton who kept the crowd entertained. And, of course, a big thank you to everyone who attended and showed their support on the day for such a worthwhile cause.

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Reminiscent Lord Burlington launches new Youghal Atlas

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WHAT’S THIS ON VIEW WEEK

By Christy Parker HE may hang his hat in Lismore but William Cavendish, Earl of Burlington and heir to the 12th Duke of Devonshire, happily regaled a 100 plus attendance at Youghal’s Mal Arts Centre on his strong empathy with East Cork town.

The Earl was officially launching the new Youghal Atlas, a stunningly detailed project that traces the historical, cultural, political and social development of the town since its earliest inception. Lismore Estate had contributed considerably to the project by making available historic papers relevant to town’s colourful and often profound links to royal rulers.

The Castle Heir was one of eight speakers on a guest list that also included Sean Sherlock TD, Minister of State at Department of Foreign Affairs; Mary Daly, President of the Royal Irish Academy; Anngret Simms, Editor Irish Historic Towns Atlas and co-authors David Kelly and Tadhg O’Keefe.

In an address sprinkled with wit and awareness, Lord Burlington said he had visited Youghal many times, from trips to the greyhound track to attending historical conferences.

Tonight however, “I am basking in reflected glory”, he conceded.

Noting that the atlas bore news of his family of which he had been unaware, the earl was surprised that an ancestor had bought Youghal’s Devonshire Arms Inn for today’s equivalent of €890,000 “no doubt for aesthetic purposes!” adding that a similar amount might be needed today to restore the closed and dilapidated structure.

HONEYMOON CRUISE Laying claim to being the only person present who had honeymooned in Youghal, the speaker recalled that two days after his marriage he and his bride (Laura) had “stepped aboard the good ship Maeve, alongside skipper Tony Gallagher and Tony’s dog Pharaoh, on a Blackwater excursion that proved to be a true slice of heaven.”

The Earl spoke of his affection for maps of how he had once lost his way on the Magillicuddy Reeks with just “a useless road map!” and how his children, similarly enamored, may one day treasure the maps of Youghal Atlas, “although they may feel disappointment that Perks amusements aren’t highlighted!”

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FRIDAY 03rd FRIDAY 3rdJULY JULY Pictured at the launch of the Youghal Historical Atlas at the Mall Arts Centre in the Town were authors David O'Keeffe and David Kelly. [Gerry O'Mahony] A GIFT In more profound vein, Lord Burlington described how he liked to run his hand along “the smooth stone” of a quay wall or to follow old steps and ponder who, in past centuries, had done similar; likewise steps. “This atlas,” he broke off, “is striking in that so much information is now so easily accessible. It is an incredible resource but it is also a gift and not just to Youghal but to the world.”

YOUGHAL ATLAS A WONDERFUL PROJECT FULFILLED The Youghal Atlas was co-written by youghal engineer David Kelly and Professor of Archaeology at UCD, Tadhg O’Keefe. They were assisted by young researcher Rhiannon Carey Bates and other contributors, it took about seven years to complete.

The atlas traces the history of Youghal in unprecedented detail before, during and since its origins as a medieval port town to modern times. It joins a rare and prestigious collective, becoming the 27th such work in Ireland and amongst only about 500 across Europe.

Ms. Simms explained that the European project evolved in response to the horrific devastation wreaked by the Second World War when the International Commission for the History of Towns, launched

Pictured at the launch of the Youghal Historical Atlas were Joe McCarthy (East Cork Municipal District Officer) and Lord William Burlington of Lismore Castle.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

the European Atlas Project. It was based on core maps of equal scale in all national atlases, which enabled towns in all European countries to be compared. Whether at home or abroad, the Youghal Atlas would be used “in homes, schools and in architectural planning,” she concluded Mr. Kelly said Youghal had “the advantage of good municipal records from 1610”, while its “strategic position as an access point to the heartland of South Munster meant it is documented in many early official papers as well as the private papers of senior administrative officials.”

The Lismore Castle Papers, “generously donated to the National Library by the Duke of Devonshire” were “an absolute treasure trove of information”, he revealed. “Some surprises” had been unearthed, but he would leave that to the readers to discover DEVELOPERS’ SCRAMBLE In one wry account from the atlas, Mr. Kelly spoke on how the reclamation eastwards into the harbour and to build the Youghal quayside seems not to have happened to a single grand design, as assumed. Rather, as the Lismore papers indicated, it evolved through “individual developers pushing and leapfrogging each other out from the shore. Not much different to the scramble of our own developers in recent years,” he added, possibly sending a shiver down many spines!

The atlas comes as a large and slim folder. It contains over 20 pages of old maps, reconstructions and photographs, in which the town’s history is evocatively portrayed.

Textual details are provided of over 1,500 sites, ranging from streets, walls, customhouses, clubs, tanneries, breweries, mills, libraries, wells, schools, courthouses and quays. A story of the town as evidenced in these criteria is presented in essay form.

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EDITORIAL

A crisis in Greece THERE is little point in writing any significant amount about the Greek monetary crisis, because even the short space of time between pen and publishing can be a long time in the political arena.

As we go to print and with just hours to go before Greece defaults on its debt to the International Monetary Fund, there is little likelihood that a solution will be found to the impasse which exists between the Greek Government and the Troika.

Greece will default on its debt, the default mechanism will engage and, for the first time in the history of the EU, a country will drop out of the euro and return to its original currency, in this case the Drachma.

At the moment and in the absence of a solution to the debt impasse, there are queues for food, medicine is in short supply the banks are closed, the stockmarket is closed, capital controls which are totally against EU policy are being implemented and the country which gave the world the word chaos finds itself in a certain measure of chaos.

However, the twin word of ‘democracy’, still rules in Greece and the population will go to the polls next Sunday to vote on a proposal, albeit an offer which is already out of date.

The commentators love to point out, this brings Europe into uncharted waters and will threaten the reputation, if not the stability of the European Monetary System.

Blame for this crisis is two-fold. On the one hand, Greece should long since have faced up to its shortcomings identified mainly as widespread corruption and too big a public service and set about in a serious way to resolve them.

On the other hand, we know from bitter experience that the Troika, especially the IMF are ruthless agencies, driven only by a desire to recover their money. While our Government decries the Greek approach to their problems and criticises their leaders, there will be a measure of sneaking sympathy among our own population who know what IMF pressure is like.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Greece is in an unenviable position and there is much yet to be played out, but like any dispute, it will have to be resolved some way and some time soon.

Nightmare in Tunisia THE terrorist attacks which seem to be so much a part of today’s world came very close to home last week when five local women, enjoying their last hours in the sunshine resort near Sousse in Tunisia before flying home to their families, found themselves in close proximity to a fatal attack perpetrated by an extremist gunman who shot and killed thirty-eight innocent people on the beach and in their hotel.

Just several hundred metres away, the five visitors from Dungarvan could hear the commotion and the sound of grenade explosions and were all too aware that something dreadful was in train.

Thankfully, after nine hours of waiting and travel through the countryside to the airport, the five returned home safely several hours late, if somewhat shaken and shocked by their horrific experience and the extended delay in an atmosphere of danger and not knowing precisely what was going on.

Those who perpetrate or condone these massacres are neither interested in nor caring of those whom they kill, whether they be children, parents of children, innocent bystanders or those just waiting at a bus stop.

There is little point in our living our lives trying to anticipate and avoid terrorist attacks, because by their random nature and the lack of feeling dominating these atrocities, we can expect them anywhere and at any time.

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tries to curb the worst excesses of religious extremism.

As with our own country when we suffered para-military violence, those who perpetrate it have no feeling for others. However, the people of Tunisia have been devastated by these events and tried, in the short time they had to help the visitors to their resort, to dissociate themselves from the violence and to try to assist and comfort those who needed it.

Being good people, they know that their international reputation and their very livelihoods are at stake through these barbaric actions.

We wish our returned holidaymakers well and hope they can put this nightmare behind them at the earliest.

Dungarvan 800 WHILE we may have 1200 years of Christianity behind us in Dungarvan, we commemorate this year 800 years of formal rule and administration, centuries in which the people suffered grievously and when the concept of freedom for the Irish did not seem to exist.

However, that is our unfortunate history and it is good to remember the milestones along the way, even if they were not beneficial to our population.

The Commemorative Committee has put together a very comprehensive programme of events for the coming weekend and, especially if it is not weather for the beach, we should get out and support the various activities and exhibitions and enjoy the fruits of the labour of the organisers.

Festivals and commemorations take a great deal of time and effort to organise, much of it on a voluntary basis and such events provide entertainment for locals and visitors alike as well as adding to the stature of our town. Young people can see history unfold before their eyes.

So, let this be Dungarvan’s weekend and celebrate with all our traditional interest and fervour and in the process acknowledge the good work of Waterford County Museum and Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, as well as the other public officials and members of the public who have invested their time so generously on our behalf.

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Nicola Houlihan pictured on her Wedding Day with her husband Ian Kearney, Bestman Sean Ormonde, Chief Bridesmaid Jennifer O'Riordan, Bridesmaids: Colette Jeffery, Sylvia Whelan and Paula Gibbons, Groomsmen: Mark Whelan, Richard Kearney and Kieran Kearney. The couple were married in Kilrossanty Church by celebrant Father John Delaney and the Wedding Reception was held in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

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Spectacular photo exhibition to aid cancer support centre

Magic over Monatrae.

By Christy Parker STUNNING landscapes and spectacular depictions of nature and wildlife feature in a photographic exhibition opening in Youghal this weekend in aid of a cancer support centre. The pictures are the work of renowned photographer Bob Rock and include a stunning view of Monatrea taken from his home high in the hills above Youghal harbour.

The three-week exhibition is being held in association with the Youghal Cancer Support

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Group, with proceeds donated to Cuan House, a Support Centre being developed to offer comfort, care, advice and holistic assistance to cancer sufferers and their families.

Now 79, Bob spent over 35 years as a professional photographer in Youghal during which, he estimates, he attended “an average of 100 weddings a year.” He retired about 15 years ago. Yet throughout his career and since, he pursued a more ‘creative’ muse at every opportunity. The exhibition pieces were shot almost exclusively over the past five years and span local, national and American settings. They will from, he believes, his final showcase.

CAPTURING CONTRAST The collection is diverse, with distant hills, adjacent beaches and close-up images of flowers, birds, insects and inanimate objects exquisitely captured. Bob’s eye for colour, contrast and the indefinable enables him not merely to capture beauty but to remind us in the most vibrant fashion

that it is all about us. The pictures reach into the viewer’s consciousness and say ‘look around you.’

Perhaps sometimes beauty conspires to be noticed. In one older still, Bob had focused on a starkly blue door against a white contrast when innocuously, “into the frame arrives a ginger cat to sit by the door.” The result is spectacular.

Otherwise, Bob sees strong colours and seductive shades as omnipresent in nature, “but you may have to get up early to find them.” He still rises regularly at dawn in pursuit of the magic.

RETURNING HOME A Roscommon native, Bob first encountered photography, aged 20, through an Irish Army colleague.

He later worked on building sites and in factories in England, where he met his wife Teresa, from Youghal.

They married in 1957, with Teresa providing his “first good camera” as a wedding present. The couple returned to Teresa’s home town to care for her invalid father. The couple reared three daughters and four grandchildren.

Bob worked for some time in Youghal Carpets and Blackwater Cottons but photography was never far from his mind, nor his camera far from his reach. In time he began submitting photos to international salons, earning medals and plaudits. He also worked freelance for the Cork Examiner and in 1965 turned professional.

Cllr. Wyse said these residents groups had budgeted for €600 from the Council, and said he remembers the Council’s budget meeting agreeing to €600 for such community group funding.

Chief Executive, Michael Walsh refuted Cllr.Wyse’s claims that €600 for residents community groups was agreed at the Council’s budget meeting.

“A budgetary sum was passed,” Mr. Walsh pointed out, saying that €600 was never mentioned in the budget.

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Bob frequently exhibited for local charities but his commitment to the Youghal Cancer Support Group carries a personal tag, given that Teresa lost her parents and four sister’s to the disease while another sister now 85, is fighting the illness in England. “I am honoured to help,” he says.

ENHANCING Youghal Cancer Support Group Chairperson Therése O’Connell say she is “extremely grateful” to the photographer for his “very kind gesture.” She describes the photos as “absolutely amazing” and an enhancement to “any

workplace or home.” Mrs. O’Connell adds that the support centre project is “progressing very well” and promises an “important update very shortly.”

Meanwhile Bob’s prints, measuring 24” by 18” mounted, will sell at €60. “Each print is made using Canon’s Chroma Life 100 inks (lifespan 100 years under glass),” he adds.

The Bob Rock Cancer Support Centre Exhibition runs 2 pm-6 pm from July 4th to 25th at the former Snell’s shoe shop, North Main Street (close to Clock Gate).

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Chief Executive defends Council’s allocation under Local Government Fund THE Chief Executive of Waterford Council has defended the recent allocations to the local authority under the Local Government Fund, after a Councillor attacked the funding at the June monthly meeting.

Cllr. Davy Daniels said Waterford Council was “sold a pup” in relation to the Local Government Fund.

Waterford Council received €16.5 million in the Local Government Fund for 2015, which, Cllr. Daniels said, “was exactly the same as in 2014, despite the fact that €10m was paid in local property tax”.

He was responding to comments from Cllr. Adam Wyse, who said residents’ associations had contacted him about a reduction in funding from the Council, from €600 to €450.

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This caused Cllr. Daniels to hit out at the funding given to Waterford Council from the government, under the Local Government Fund, which he described as being “sold a pup”.

Cllr. Daniels said the local property tax from two houses would fund at least €450 for a community group.

“A lot of the local property tax was supposed to come back to the local authority, but it didn’t happen,” said Cllr. Daniels.

“We shouldn’t be jumping for joy at the allocation we were given in the Local Government Fund,” said Cllr. Daniels.

He said that over the last few weeks, after attending residents’ group meetings, he has seen the

effort put in by those groups into their communities and neighbourhoods.

Mr. Walsh said that while he did not want to be drawn into a political debate, he said Waterford City and County Council have no reason for complaint in relation to the Local Government Fund.

“We have been treated extremely fairly over the last few years,” said Mr. Walsh.

“I would also make the case that our overall social support in our budget has significantly improved over the last number of years,” he said. “Our level of service to communities has been exceptionally good.”

Mr. Walsh said he won’t accept negativity in relation to the Local Government Fund and was stating the factual position.

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New poll finds Mahon Falls is Waterford’s perfect picnic spot ALL dressed up with nowhere to picnic? Keogh’s Farm has all the solutions to your Summer picnic spot dilemmas. A new survey* by the Irish potato and crisp farmers into Ireland’s Perfect Picnic Spots has identified Mahon Falls Comeragh Mountains (41%) as the no. 1 place to park yourself down for an outdoor feast this Summer!

As part of Keogh’s Perfect Picnic campaign, the poll also found that the scenic Ardmore Cliff Walk is the 2nd most popular picnic location in the county with (19%) of the vote with Clonea Strand Dunmore, Colligan Woods and

Woodstown Beach rounding out the top 5. With 60% of Irish consumers planning to take at least one picnic this Summer**, Waterford’s top picnic spots are sure to be bustling when the sunshine appears.

Commenting on the poll results, Tom Keogh, Keogh’s Farm, said: “We at Keogh’s hope that our poll will help Irish people to easily identify a great place to spend a summer’s day with friends or family and a bag of Keogh’s crisps!”

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Renewed IDA focus needed for Dungarvan town – Minister Coffey FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has said the IDA must start to focus in a serious way on Dungarvan Town. Minister Coffey has met with the IDA’s South East Regional Director Anne-Marie Tierney Le-Roux to stress the importance of Dungarvan to the Waterford economy and that I am committed to ensuring that new jobs are delivered for Dungarvan.

“Dungarvan is the large town in County Waterford and already has important employers like GSK that employs over 700 people in town and its environs. It is essential that this IDA anchor company is now

built upon and additional employers are brought to Dungarvan.

“We can see from right around Waterford, including the City, Tramore and Portlaw where large scale IDA and Enterprise Ireland investments have taken place; that have created literally thousands of jobs in a variety of sectors. This has helped in improving the economic fortunes of these towns and Waterford City compared to 4 years ago.

“Unfortunately that level of job creation and investment simply has not occurred in Dungarvan and more needs to be done. I stressed this with AnneMarie Tierney Le-Roux

Anne-Marie Tierney Le-Roux, IDA Regional Manager South East, and Minister Paudie Coffey, T.D.

and that we now need to deliver for Dungarvan.

“The IDA must engage proactively with Waterford Council to upgrade the former Council Recycling Plant and market it internationally for new FDI clients. The IDA need to build a new purpose built advance factory in Dungarvan, the first has been built in Waterford city, the second plant has already had its funding approved by Minister for Jobs, Innovation and Enterprise Richard Bruton TD and I believe that it needs to be located in Dungarvan.

“During my meeting with the IDA I called on them and Enterprise Ireland to strategically market and stimulate interest in the former Waterford Crystal site in Dungarvan which has been lying idle and in an unacceptable state for far too long. The IDA also needs to support the enhancement of broadband capacity in the Town to attract new enterprises that can create jobs and export services across the globe via the web.

“Unless these matters are addressed, Dungarvan will not feel the impacts of the rural recovery that is taking hold in other towns and villages in Waterford.

Dungarvan has been neglected long enough on the new jobs front and we need to see greater focus, effort and determination by State agencies, elected representatives and the Local Authority to ensure Dungarvan and its surrounding areas can benefit too from the recovering economy.”

Pictured at the inaugural meeting of the Irish Purple Flag’s Network in Dublin were Maureen Fitzsimons, Nick Donnelly and Nicola Kent, Purple Flag Steering Committee.

Waterford at heart of national Purple Flag network A DELEGATION from Waterford joined representatives from across the country at the inaugural meeting of the Irish Purple Flag’s Network in Dublin recently.

The aim of the new network is to share Best Practice for the evening and night-time economy as well as ensuring that Purple Flag is developing in terms of awareness across Ireland.

Speaking at the event on behalf of the Waterford Purple Flag Steering Committee, Co-Ordinator Nick Donnelly informed delegates that since attaining Purple Flag status in January of this year, the city has embraced the accolade and continues to work on maintaining and strengthening its reputation as a great place for evening and night-time entertainment.

His address also covered topics including Purple Flag Branding, Wellbeing and Alcohol Strategies, Early Evening Entertainment and Vision for the Future.

He said “Waterford’s evening and night time economy encompasses a wide variety of activities which caters

for everyone and helps to create a broad range of appeal which is a fundamental element in the development of our City Centre. Our approach has to be one of partnership and collaboration involving, in particular the businesses in the Purple Flag zone, as well as other key stakeholders such as the Gardai, City and County Council, Comhairle Na Nog and the various Business Organisations including Waterford Chamber and the Waterford Business Group.“ Richard Guiney, Chairman of Purple Flag Ireland said: “This unique group includes individuals with the common goal of making their towns a better place and maintaining the standard in the evening, night-time and of course also during the day. I am very pleased to see and be a part of this development, as I believe that every member of the new network has a huge amount to offer to the group and to town centre development as a whole for Ireland.”

Ten locations throughout Ireland achieved Purple Flag status this year and Waterford is the only location in

the South East region to have secured the internationally recognised award.

While the Purple Flag was awarded to Waterford in January, Mr. Donnelly emphasised that the hard work starts now.

“Standards must be maintained and improved on.The adjudicators made a number of recommendations following their visit to Waterford last December and we must now look at implementing the various initiatives so we can retain our accreditation which is recognised not just in Ireland but all over Europe. Evening and night time entertainment is a hugely significant part of the local economy and we need to ensure we put the best foot forward and work together in building a sustainable and vibrant economy for the future.”

Mr. Donnelly advised that the Waterford Working Group for Purple Flag will hold their next meeting in the Large Room, City Hall on the 23rd July, start time at 12.30pm. All businesses in the Purple Flag zone are invited to attend.

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Picture from the Ramp Boreen Walk, Tallow, where two horses pose for their photograph with Lisfinny Castle & House in the background on Thursday, 25th June last.

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Grant to Comeragh Community Nissan Scrappage Development Group now €4,000 off all

WATERFORD Council has passed a grant of €75,000 to Comeragh Community Development Group to develop a walk linking Mahon Bridge to Mahon Falls.

At the June meeting of the local authority, Chief Executive, Michael Walsh told Councillors the grant would be to specifically develop the one mile walk from Mahon Bridge to Mahon Falls, with the longer term intention of linking the new walk to the

Déise Greenway, as a gateway to the Comeragh Mountains.

Mr. Walsh said the community group have secured land and access to lands between an existing walkway and Mahon Falls and have sought the Council’s assistance.

He said the leasehold on the lands is for 999 years which will come into Council ownership.

Mr. Walsh said the work would be carried out by the community group, which

will provide a direct walking access to Mahon Falls from the regional road at Mahon Bridge, with parking.

Mr. Walsh described it as a “significant, considerable addition” and recommended the Council proceed with the grant to the community group.

Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan praised the work of the community group and proposed the grant, which was seconded by Cllr. Mary Butler.

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Congratulations to Aaron Cowming winner of the Dungarvan Shopping Centre Father’s Day competition in conjunction with Boston Barbers who kindly jointly sponsored the promotion. Aaron is the proud recipient of a Fossil watch and a voucher for a year’s free haircuts courtesy of Boston Barbers. Dungarvan Shopping Centre would like to thanks its customers for entering our Father’s Day competition and the kind generosity of Liam and Len in Boston Barbers for joint sponsoring the promotion with Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Aaron Cowming’s mother Ann receiving the prize on behalf of Aaron.

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Calling all young archaeologists to Gallows Hill

Faithlegg Golf Club Junior Ryder Cup 2015 – A first for Faithlegg Golf Club, the inaugural Junior Ryder Cup takes place in Faithlegg this July. Over 50 junior members will take part in the event which will take place over three days all competing for the prestigious team trophy. Pictured with the cup are Junior Captains Niamh McCarthy and Zak Daly.

ARE YOU AGED BETWEEN 7 AND 12?

IF SO: DO you want to know what Archaeologists and Geophysicist do? Well, if you do…two fun afternoons for budding Archaeologist or geophysicists including a mini archaeology dig, Castle model making, painting, etc., takes place Saturday and Sunday, 11th & 12th July.

The children’s events will coincide with the first geophysical survey of Gallows hill, where it is hoped to finally discover the history of the mound and the immediate area surrounding it.The survey will be led by Community Geophysicist Kevin Barton and will include the local community. We will also have an Archaeologist on hand to chat and deal with

Photo © Children’s British history Encyclopedia children’s questions. This is indeed a great opportunity for all children; it will be an holistic approach that will immerse the children in history through creative and meaningful experiences.

The Gallows Hill Children’s project is headed

by Kayleigh Regan, CIT (Artist). Kayleigh has some brilliant activities planned for the weekend. Those turning up on the day will of course be facilitated. But we

do need to have a general count in order to plan ahead.

We will also takes groups of children, from youth clubs or schools. It is important to please contact the Museum for further information, 058 45960 to register your group. You can also email christina.oconnor@75yahoo.ie or eddie.cantwell@gmail.com The survey has been is funded

by Waterford County/City Council.

Balance Bike Bonanza Training ON Monday, 15th June, twenty-three staff members from five childcare services in Waterford, Tramore and Dungarvan were presented with balance bikes, helmets and received Balance Bike training as part of their successful entry into the Balance Bike Bonanza!

The Balance Bike Bonanza arose as a direct result of Waterford Sports Partnership’s National Pride

of Place Award in late 2014 for the ‘Community Health – Physical Activity Cities Category’.

The award included a prize fund of €1,000 and WSP staff and Board wanted to use the funds to further the objective of promoting participation in physical activity in Waterford. And where better to start than with our youngest citizens!

In a collaboration with

Waterford Childcare Committee (WCC), the children and staff of the childcare services in Waterford were invited to take part. Children of the services were asked to creatively express through drawing, poems etc. the importance of ‘Being active and healthy and having fun’ and staff/management were asked to complete an entry form outlining why their

service should be considered for one of the prizes.

There was a great response and the following were the five successful services: • The Little School of Montessori, Dungarvan, • Growing up Together, Waterford • Park Montessori, Waterford • Mercy Pre-school, Waterford and

• Naíonra Philibarún, Tramore.

The training, led by Peter Jones of Waterford Sports Partnership and Jacqui de Siun of Waterford Childcare Committee was a great success and included practical demonstrations, session plans, videos and a helmet demonstration. It also gave ideas on how to enable pre schoolers to learn balance and steering skills in a fun

environment.

Claire Brazil from Park Montessori said ‘Absolutely brilliant, really enjoyed it and I want one!’

Jacqui De Siun from Waterford Childcare committee added “The balance bike training enables childcare practitioners to link the benefits and importance of balance bikes to their existing curriculum and included the encourage-

ment of good safety practice, e.g. how to put on a helmet correctly. The practical, interactive training demonstrated how children’s learning and development can be supported and encouraged with a focus on developing and /or improving children’s balance and control, self-awareness, coordination and confidence, steeped in the element of having fun”.

Back row: Rosarie Kealy (Waterford Sports Partnership), Louise Fraher, Jacqui de Siún (Waterford Childcare Committee), Joanna Taheny Walsh, Ruth White, Catriona Cullinan, Aoife Dunphy, Hayley Ryan, Imelda Drohan, Valerie Whittle, Donna McKenna, Peter Jones (Waterford Sports Partnership). Middle row: Madina Danaikonica, Deirdre Shanahan, Niamh Gahan, Claire Brazil, Jackie Collins, Paula Flynn, Catherine Keating, Mary Lennon Black. On the balance bikes: Noeleen O’Byrne, Suzanne de Bhial, Áine Colbert, Stephanie Roberts.

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Council asked to continue work at Lismore’s Strand WATERFORD City and County Council has been called on to continue digging out an area of Lismore known as ‘The Strand’ which was a popular bathing spot and meeting place.

Cllr. John Pratt said the Council has dug out the area in the past to make it deeper, so people can swim and dive at the location, but over the past two years, the Council has not carried out that work.

The Strand is located near Lismore Bridge on a tributary river, known as the Owenashad River, which flows into the River Blackwater.

“The Council hasn’t dug out the area in recent times because it is not a designated bathing area,” Cllr. Pratt said.

“For years the Strand has been an area of social gathering and a swimming area. Now that the Council haven’t dug out the area,

young people are going swimming in other parts of the River Blackwater, which is more dangerous,” he said.

The Council dug out the Strand for years and the area was even used by Irish Water Safety at one stage to give swimming lessons, but that stopped when the Council ceased to dig out the area.

It is understood that legislative changes in relation to what is classed as

a ‘designated swimming areas’ resulted in the Council ceasing to dig out and open up the Strand and it appears the Council are unlikely to carry out the work in future.

However, Cllr. Pratt is seeking the Council to reverse their decision and continue the work in the interests of safety.

Local people have also organised a petition calling on the Council to continue the work at the Strand.

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Dungarvan photographer John Bermingham … a name to remember

By Richard Cutbill

TWO other photographers John Pelham, Ron Bending and myself were pleased to have been invited to the opening of fellow Dungarvan Camera Club member John Bermingham’s new exhibition ‘All That Can Be’, in Aoife’s Café & Gallery, 33 The Mall, Waterford.

Conveniently located bang in the middle of the Viking Triangle, between the Tower Hotel and Waterford Crystal, opening time 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. every day until the end of the month.

With lots of local parking available.

Each of us, having seen some of John’s images at a recent club meeting, were more than keen to view his exhibition, as his imagination is just amazing.

He most certainly did not disappoint us as we all enjoyed the event, his work is certainly different, eye opening and very clever, we did not go there expecting to see pretty pictures. John is not that type of Artistic Photographer, his images

make you think, some leave you wondering ‘how did he do that’. John is nowhere near the finished article and may always be labelled as a ‘work in progress’ as this art form knows no boundaries, but his talent is obvious for all to see.

This is a lovely venue for this type of event, the café is modern, smart and comfortable, above is the delightful gallery, it is light and airy with a large bay window overlooking The Mall.

Despite the decent crowd, I managed to talk to John, which was more of an interview than a conversation about his work. He

described his work as follows: “I guess just that I'm a multimedia digital artist, using photographic elements and 3D creations.

I don't know how to incorporate this but one of the questions I get asked a lot is if I use images ‘from the internet’. I never do anything like that, for better or worse everything in my images is photographed or created by me. This also includes video and music.”

The Café owner and Gallery curator is Aoife Hanrahan who welcomed John’s Exhibition, saying she was delighted to host John’s new and refreshing artistic photography.

Opening of John Bermingham's Exhibition – John is left of centre with Aoife Hanrahan sharing a joke with Richard Cutbill.

Brave adventurers visit Helvick Lifeboat Station

John's fantastic view of ship landing in Dungarvan Square titled 'First half hour Free' making fun of the parking regulations.

Pictured in Helvick Lifeboat Station are Joan Clancy, Connie Kiersey, Maghnus Collins, Ian Walsh, Liam Harty, Sean Walsh, David Burns, Deirdre Young, Dolores Walsh.

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The very beautiful and mystic image titled ' Converge'.

MAGHNUS Collins and David Burns have been undertaking adventures for the past eight years, and they have embarked upon what looks like being their biggest challenge yet. They have started their Costcutter Swim 306 for Gorta–Self Help Africa, around the island of Ireland a distance of 1,600km which has never been completed before.

We met up with them at Helvick Lifeboat Station on Wednesday, June 24th when they visited the station, having started out from Dalkey three weeks earlier.

This arduous clockwise journey is expected to take between 90 and 120 days, with the duo backed by a land-

based and water-based support team.

HELVICK SWIM & BBQ The 21st Annual Helvick Sponsored Swim & BBQ is set for Helvick Pier on Dungarvan Bay in Co Waterford for 1pm Sunday August 9th.

The WLR Outside Broadcast unit will be present to mark our winning the Overall Community Award in 2014. This topped a fabulous year for Helvick RNLI following the launch of the Robert Armstrong our new lifeboat.

This great family fun fiesta and BBQ has something for all ages with face painting, dog show, King of Helvick competition, RNLI mer-

chandise, music, entertainment and lots more.

“Swimmers needing information on preparation and registration please let us know. Email us at rnlihelvick@gmail.com” said Oliver Clancy, Hon Fundraising Chairman, RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch. ”There is good weather for training right now but mind the jelly fish.

Thanks to those who have supported the Helvick Swim in the past!” he added.

The Sponsored Swim & BBQ is the main fundraising event in support of the Helvick Lifeboat. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea.

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• VIEWING: STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT • Visit www.gleesonproperty.com to view video of Carriglea • Call Brian Gleeson MIPAV MCEI on 024-94777 or 087-2571737 to arrange private viewing

The entrance to Carriglea, Dungarvan.

Golden opportunity to acquire 207 acres of some of the most prized land in County Waterford A 207 acre prime grade one farm at Carriglea, Dungarvan, has come on the market and is one of the most substantial farms to arrive for sale in West Waterford in 25 years.

The extremely produc-

tive parcel of quality rich limestone land, with quality brown earth soil, known as the Odell Estate, was purchased by the Congregation of the Sisters of Bon Sauveur in 1904.

There they established

what is now known as Carriglea Cairde Services to help people with intellectual disabilities and they also managed, developed and nurtured this excellent farm to exacting standards, with the enterprise spanning beef, dairy, pigs, sheep, poultry and tillage.

The farm business has been confined to beef, sheep and tillage in recent years.

The farm is brought to the market as the Sisters of Bon Sauveur have decided to retire from farming although they will continue their excellent and necessary work at Carriglea Cairde Services.

The 207 acres (83.77 hectares) is a magnificent lifetime opportunity to acquire some of the most prized land in County Waterford - with excellent structure in the soil, friability and free draining.

According to Tom Butler, M. Agri.Sc, Ph.D, “With good management, arable crop yields in

Carriglea has rich limestone land with quality brown earth soil, which is of excellent structure, friability and free draining.

Carriglea are in the top 10 percent of Irish target values”.

The farm will be offered for sale by private treaty in one or more lots.

Viewing is strictly by appointment and the selling agent is Brian Gleeson (MIPAV) Auctioneers / Estate Agents, Ardmore; tel: 024-94777; mobile: 0872571737.

Check out the brochure or view the video at www.gleesonproperty.com.

Waterford seeks twinning arrangement with new naval vessel WATERFORD City and County Council was urged to write to the Minister of Defence and suggest that the new naval vessel, L.E. James Joyce be twinned with Waterford City, to replace the L.E Aoife, which was decommissioned in January.

L.E. Aoife is twinned with Waterford City and the ship’s charity was the Children’s Ward at Waterford University Hospital.

At the June meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Eddie Mulligan noted that the L.E. Aoife helped to raise thousands of euro for the Children’s Ward at WUH, but with the recent decommissioning of the ship, Waterford is now without a naval vessel.

The L.E. Aoife was donated to the Maltese navy.

The Government has commis-

sioned a new ship to be built to replace the L.E. Aoife, which is to be called L.E. James Joyce.

The L.E. James Joyce was built at Babcock Marine’s shipyard in north Devon, England, and has concluded sea trials. The new ship is expected to be commissioned in early July.

Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney told the Dáil last February that the Government will have to make a decision on what city the L.E. James Joyce will be twinned with.

It is normal practice for the Minister for Defence to approve the twinning of a Naval Service vessel with a coastal city or town when the vessel is commissioned and has come into service.

While no protocols for twinning are set down, the relationship between the town or city that was twinned with a recently decommissioned

Naval Service vessel is traditionally maintained by twinning the newly constructed vessel with that location.

Cllr. Mulligan asked Waterford Council to write to Minister Coveney requesting that the L.E. James Joyce be twinned with Waterford City to replace the now decommissioned L.E. Aoife.

He said if Waterford is twinned with the L.E. James Joyce, it will be another positive emphasis on the city and port of Waterford.

Deputy Mayor, Cllr. Jason Murphy concurred with Cllr. Mulligan’s comments.

“I would be supportive of that suggestion and I hope the L.E. Aoife’s relationship with Waterford is continued through the L.E. James Joyce,” Cllr. Murphy said.

T: 024-94777 • 087-2571737 E: brian@gleesonproperty.com W: www.gleesonproperty.com

Sizzling Summer BBQ’s Enjoy our beautiful private gardens – the perfect setting for your summer BBQ. Our Private Garden can cater to a maximum of 200 GUESTS. It is the perfect location for an office night out, a family event or sports & social outing. Our prime location with-in walking distance of Dungarvan town centre is ideal if you are planning your BBQ this summer.

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» Honey Glazed Pork Sausages » Marinated Chicken Drumsticks » Chargrilled Baked Potatoes All of the above served with a selection of Homemade dressings & dips Selection of Salads: » Potato Salad / Homemade Coleslaw » Selection of Spring Scented Mixed Leaves » Selection of Freshly Baked Homemade Bread & Rolls Dessert Platter to include: » Strawberry Meringue Roulade with Mixed Berry Coulis » Homemade Cheesecake of the Day » Fresh Fruit Salad

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Margaret McNamara and Dearbhla Flynn.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Margaret Quinaln and Mary Glody.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Nora Hickey and Mag McGrath.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Fr. Jim Mulcahy and Tommy Gaule.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Antoinette Boland and Betty O'Connor.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Fr. Gerry O'Connor and Martha Flood.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Mary and Thomas Fitzgerald.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Ger Grant and John Flynn.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Fr. Doherty, Pat and Maeve Mooney.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Fr. Jim Mulcahy and Tina Flynn.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Bishop of Waterford & Lismore Alphonsus Cullinan and Daragh Coleman.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Brenda Kirwan and Constantino Fiuza-Casti単eira.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Fr. Jim Mulcahy, Kay Ledingham, Tommy Gaule, Tina Flynn and Joan Mackey.

[John Power]

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Aileen Atcheson and Noel Morrissey.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Eileen O'Kennedy and her daughter Susan.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Ann Power, Stephanie Power and Bridget Power.

[John Power]

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Auctioneers call for a review of ‘Penal’ Inheritance Tax Our Exhibit ‘Villierstown Quay’.

Villierstown Bloom in the Park 2015 VILLIERSTOWN Gardening Club would like to thank the following people who sponsored us in our venture to display our postcard size garden at Bloom in the Park 2015 in Dublin. We achieved Highly Commended in this category and a first for Co. Waterford.

An Cruiscin Lán Pub,Villierstown; Lucey Carpets, Youghal; Blackwater Agri Sales, Kereen; Mullany Family, Villierstown; Blackwater Garden Centre, Kinsalebeg; Pat O’Brien, Villierstown; Brigid Ballot Flowers, (Kerrie) Dungarvan; Paudie Hickey Agri, Co Waterford; Cappoquin Credit Union, Cappoquin; Paul O’Brien, Heating Plumbing; Carlton Family (Gina, Kay, Mikie); Killeagh, Co. Cork Chavasse Family, Cappoquin; Pinewood Health Care; Cora Cummins, Villierstown; Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford; CountryLife Store Glanbia, (Malachy & Lisa),

Dungarvan; River Valley Plants (Maurice), Cappoquin; Crafty Crafters, Villierstown; Davis Transport, (Kevin), Aglish; Simply Blue Energy, Co. Cork; Donie Kett garden Machinery, Clashmore; Tom Cullinan, Dromana; Dunnes Nurseries, Durrow, Co. Laois; Touch of Class, Youghal; East Cork Oil, Aglish; Villierstown Boating Activity Club; Flynn’s hardware, Cappoquin; Villierstown Church Company; Frank Seery Water Services, Cappoquin; Villierstown Community Council; Garvey’s SuperValu, Dungarvan; Villierstown Education & Culture Project; Hurley’s Shop & Post Office, Aglish; Keith Smith, Villierstown;Villierstown Joinery, (George); Kereen Quarries, Kereen; Kieran Cotter Agricultural Contractor, Aglish; Waterford County Council Environmental Department.

Thank you from the Gardening Club team – Pat, Barry, Michael, Dan, Iris, Eileen, Pauline, Gina, Liz, Carol, Danny.

A panoramic view of Tallow town taken on Thursday, 11th June last.

THE unfairness and inequity of the current rates of Inheritance Tax was an issue raised by the new President of IPAV, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, at the institute’s annual conference held in Carton House, Maynooth recently (June 20th).

Eamon O’Flaherty, a Director of Property Partners Brady in Maynooth and a native of Longford said we have high home ownership rates compared with other European countries, even if this has fallen somewhat during the recession. Recent research

by Aviva Home Insurance found more than 4 out of 10 people want to be able to bequeath a property to their children.

“Many ordinary people are now finding that when they inherit a home from a parent they are being hit with large tax bills. The tax rate for inheritance sky-rocketed during the recession and the threshold for tax-free inheritance has been halved.

Capital Acquisitions Tax is now imposed at a rate of 33pc on amounts over €225,000 for a son or daughter.This is a penal rate,” he said.

“It is simply not fair for a sibling who inherits a property from a parent to have to sell it to pay this penal tax. This severity of this type of tax goes back to the dark ages and it’s now time to change it.” He called on the Minister for Finance to address the issue in Budget 2016.

Mr. O’Flaherty also called for a tax incentive scheme to convert non-viable commercial buildings in rural towns and

New President of IPAV, Eamon O’Flaherty, Director, Property Partners Brady, Maynooth, pictured with David and Gerardine Reynolds, Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford; and special guest, and conference facilitator Ivan Yates; at the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, IPAV, Annual Conference at Carton House, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, on Saturday, 20th June.

[Tony Keane]

large villages into residential use by owneroccupiers.

“The process of putting the lights back on in the centre of towns and villages would reverberate out into the local economy and community. The first to see the lift would be local tradesmen and women, next would be other retail outlets and then the schools,” he said.

And he said the what was needed was “a generous and broad-based scheme if we are to breathe life into our town centres again.”

He said while IPAV welcomes the Living City initiative launched recently by the government it’s too

limited focusing only on the regeneration of the historic centres of six cities – Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway,Waterford and Kilkenny.

“IPAV believes we need a nationwide scheme especially open to all our rural towns. Otherwise such towns will continue to languish and disintegrate before our eyes,” he said.

Mr. O’Flaherty said the Government initiative in conjunction with the European Commission, which has promised an €80 million fund for urban renewal projects currently being finalised by the Department of the Environment, Community

& Local Government is eagerly awaited.

He cautioned, however, that co-ordination of policy is essential. “Piecemeal isolated initiatives devised by well intentioned people who don’t have sufficient knowledge of the overall market or vision for the future, will not work,” he warned.

To this end he reiterated IPAV’s call for the setting up of a national property council which government would use as a consultative process to aid long-term planning.

Further information on the conference is available at: www.ipav.ie

[David O'Flynn]

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An Chúirt Dúiche …

Dungarvan District Court

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Litany of offences struck out against youth who is ‘behaving himself’ A LITANY of offences committed by a Dungarvan man, which began when he was 13 years of age, were struck out at the District Court last week.

John Keenan (20) with an address at 6 An Cluain, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, faced charges of theft from Eason on 20th October, 2008; theft from Byrne’s World of Wonder, Mary Street, Dungarvan, on 18th November, 2008; theft from Dunnes Stores, Dungarvan, on 1st January,

2009; using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place and producing an article in the course of a dispute, at Mary Street, Dungarvan, on 23rd January, 2009; theft from Campus Filling Station, Kilrush, Dungarvan, on 22nd July, 2009; theft and using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place at Olivere’s, Main Street, Dungarvan, on 25th August, 2009; theft at Main Street, Dungarvan,

on 19th March, 2010; using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place at Mary Street, Dungarvan, on 28th April, 2011; burglary (intent) at 49 Congress Villas, Dungarvan, on 20th May, 2011; being intoxicated in public and using threatening, abusive behaviour and language in a public place, at Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan, on 11th August, 2012; and using threatening, abusive behaviour and language in a

public place at Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, on 21st August, 2013.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that his client has not come to any Garda attention in recent times and is behaving himself.

“He has learned a very valuable lesson,” said Mr. Burke.

Inspector David Nolan confirmed that the accused has remained out of trou-

ble.

Mr. Burke said his client has recently become a father.

He said a Probation Service report indicates that his client is unlikely to come to any further Garda attention.

Judge Finn, noting the accused’s good behaviour and changed ways, struck out all the charges, warning the accused that he is now an adult and has to take full responsibility for his actions.

Suspended jail sentence for brandishing hatchet at Gardaí A SUSPENDED jail sentence was handed down to a man who brandished a hatchet at Gardaí.

Killian Power (41) with an address at 21 Fitzgerald Terrace, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to possession of an article, namely the hatchet, with intent on causing injury at Thomas Terrace, Dungarvan, in the early hours of 3rd August, 2014.

He also pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place at the same location and date.

The case was adjourned for a Probation Service report on the accused.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that the report on his client was positive.

Inspector David Nolan said the accused has not come to any further adverse attention.

Mr. Burke said the opportunity for his client to engage with the Probation Services has had a positive effect on his client.

He asked the court to consider a lenient

approach.

For the possession of the hatchet, contrary to Section 9 (5) of the Firearms and Offensive Weapons Act, Judge Finn handed down a two month jail sentence, suspended for 12 months on condition the accused be of good behaviour and keep the peace.

The charge of using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act, was marked proven and taken into consideration.

Drugs charge will be struck out if donation is made to poor box A DONATION to the court poor box will result in a drugs possession charge being struck out for a Dungarvan man.

Gary Walsh (33) with an address at 1 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 84 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, on 22nd September, 2014.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí entered 84 Childers Estate on foot of a search warrant.

The drugs sniffing dog detected a quantity of cannabis under the couch.

“The accused took responsibility for the substance,” said Insp. Nolan.

“It was later confirmed as cannabis with a value of approximately €20. The accused was co-operative.”

Solicitor David Burke said his client has no previous convictions.

“My client assisted the Gardaí and signed the notebook on the day,” said Mr. Burke.

“It was a bit of experimentation on his part. He would welcome an opportunity to keep his record clean. He is in a full-time relationship and has children.”

Judge Finn said the court would accept a €300 donation to the court poor box.

The case was adjourned to 14th October, 2015, for payment of the donation and to monitor the accused’s behaviour.

Bench warrant issued A WOMAN who failed to attend court last week had a bench warrant issued for her arrest.

Geraldine Sutton (23) with an address at 99 Kilcohan Park, Waterford, is accused of alleged theft from New Look and Lloyds

Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 25th November, 2014.

She made no appearance at last week’s Dungarvan District Court and Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for her arrest.

Greg Conaty from Radley Engineering speaking to Chamber members during the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd. in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

[David Clynch Photography]

Man sent forward for trial A MAN accused of alleged assault causing harm to a Garda was sent forward for trial last week.

Ciaran Flood (23) with an address at 15 Derravarragh Court, Castlepollard,Westmeath, is accused of alleged assault causing harm at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 19th October, 2014.

After hearing a summary of the allegations at a previous sitting of the District Court, Judge Terence Finn refused jurisdiction in the case and adjourned the matter for preparation of a Book of Evidence.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said the Book of Evidence has

been served on the accused.

Judge Finn made an order returning the accused for trial to the next sittings of Waterford Circuit Criminal Court, which commence on 7th July, 2015.

Bail was granted to the accused, along with free legal aid, with solicitor,

Niall King being assigned, and certification for one legal counsel at the trial.

Judge Finn warned the accused that he has 14 days to furnish the prosecution with details of any witnesses he intends to call to the trial, as failure to do will result in those witnesses unable to give evidence.

Woman who admitted ‘drive off’ to pay compensation A WOMAN who admitted filling her car with fuel and then driving off without paying had her case adjourned to pay compensation.

Philomena Harty (42) with an address at 6 Anne Street, Waterford, pleaded guilty to theft from Campus Filling Station, Kilrush, Dungarvan,

on 22nd August, 2014.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused filled her vehicle with €78.21 of diesel and then got into her car and drove off. There was no attempt to pay for the fuel.

Solicitor David Burke said his client has €20 in court to go towards compensation and sought an adjournment in the case for his client to pay the rest.

Judge Finn adjourned the case to 9th September, 2015, for the rest of the compensation and for penalty.

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Jail sentence for man who stole cosmetics A JAIL sentence was handed down to a Waterford man who stole items from a Dungarvan retailer.

Anthony O’Neill (33) with an address at 21 Ardmore Terrace, Ballybeg, Waterford, but currently in custody serving a sentence on another matter, pleaded guilty to theft from Connolly’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 26th September, 2014.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused entered the premises in question and took a number of cosmetic products and left without paying.

“He made a full admission when questioned about the theft,” said Insp. Nolan.

The court heard that O’Neill has 54

previous convictions, including some for thefts.

Solicitor David Burke said his client is not due for release from prison until February, 2016.

Mr. Burke said his client did not appeal his last jail sentence and is asking the court not to extend his time in prison.

“At the time of this offence my client was addicted to heroin and was stealing to feed his habit,” said Mr. Burke.

He said his client has engaged with the services and is on a methadone programme.

Judge Finn handed down a six month jail sentence, to run concurrently with the sentence currently being served by the accused.

Criminal damage charge added to Probation bond

The Helvick Lifeboat, RNLB Robert Armstrong, crewed by John Condon, Alan Kelly, Tomás Ó Cadhla, and Joe Foley attended the 2nd Annual Dungarvan Raft Race in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers.

[Martin Landers]

Fine for possession of cannabis A FINE was imposed on a man found in possession of cannabis.

Anthony Moore (41) with an address at 18 Keating Street, 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 15th October, 2014.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan

told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí carried out a search of the accused’s home on foot of a search warrant.

“A quantity of cannabis was found which the accused admitted responsibility, for his own personal use. The value of the cannabis found was approximately €50 worth,” said Insp. Nolan.

The court heard that the accused has four previous

convictions, two of which relate to offences under the Misuse of Drugs Act (Section 3 and Section 15).

Judge Finn queried if the accused has learned nothing?

Solicitor David Burke said his client did have a dependency issue.

“He no longer has a dependency issue,” said Mr. Burke. “He was co-operative with Gardaí and signed the Garda’s notes on the

day.

“He is in a full-time relationship and is living with his partner.”

Mr. Burke said his client decided to meet the case head-on, rather than contest it, flagging to the court that there may have been issues with the search warrant which was issued by a Peace Commissioner on the day in question.

Judge Finn handed down a €400 fine.

A DUNGARVAN man who was placed on a 12 month probation bond had another offence added to it last week.

Kevin Bray (29) with an address at 15 Marquis Drive, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to criminal damage of a vehicle at St. Patrick’s

Crescent, Dungarvan, on 6th September, 2014.

The case was adjourned for payment of €250 compensation for the damage caused.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke said his client has now paid the €250 compensation.

The court heard that

Bray has 25 previous convictions, and was placed on a 12 month Probation bond in September last year.

Judge Terence Finn noted the accused has paid compensation and attached the criminal damage charge to the 12 month Probation bond which Bray is currently under.

Dungarvan woman receives jail sentence for theft offence A DUNGARVAN woman who admitted theft was given a jail sentence last week.

Jodie Finnerty (21) with an address at 6 Cathal Brugha, Dungarvan, but currently in custody serving a jail sentence on other matters, pleaded guilty to theft at Bridge Street, Dungarvan, on 14th March, 2015.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that his client is due for release in September and is appealing to the court not to extend her time in prison.

He said the accused, who has previous convictions, has written a letter explaining the difficulties she was going through at the time.

“She has a young child which she has not seen in a long time,” Mr. Burke said.

He pointed out that the accused has not appealed the current six month jail sentence she is serving.

Judge Finn handed down a jail sentence of three months, to run concurrently with the jail sentence being served by the accused.

Public order charge struck out A COUNTY Waterford youth who remained out of trouble had a public order charge struck out last week.

The 17-year-old who cannot be named as he is underage, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court, to using threatening, abusive language and be-

haviour in a public place, at Dungarvan Shopping Centre, on 10th March, 2014.

At last week’s juvenile sitting of Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that his client has not come to any further Garda attention.

“He seems to have addressed issues and there has been no criminality since,” said Mr. Burke.

Judge Finn struck out the public order charge, warning the accused that he would soon be an adult and he would have to take responsibility for his actions.

Bench warrant issued A WOMAN who failed to appear in court last week had a bench warrant issued for her arrest.

Rosemary Bent (22) with an address at The

Borough, Rosscare, County Wexford, is accused of not having insurance, driving with no licence, failing to produce licence within ten days, failing to

produce licence at the roadside, and failing to produce insurance at Salterbridge, Cappoquin, on 24th September, 2014.

At last week’s

Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted that there was no appearance by the accused and issued a bench warrant for her arrest.

Sponsored rafters Ciara Clancy, Seamie Lavan, Jamie Hallahan, Alan I. Kennedy, Orla Forde, Gary Burke and John Hurney enjoying the Dungarvan Raft Race Challenge in aid of the RNLI Helvick [Martin Landers] Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

‘What causes my Shoulder Pain?’

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT,

Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles There are a many injuries to the shoulder joint varying from Impingement Syndrome to a rotator cuff tear and even a Dislocation of the joint. This article discusses the common shoulder complex weaknesses that can lead to such shoulder injuries and the how these same weaknesses need to be strengthened when rehabilitating the shoulder joint back from Injury.

IS THERE A STRONG FORCE COUPLE RELATIONSHIP OF SHOULDER JOINT MUSCLES? One common feature seen in problematic shoulder joints is the excessive forward translation or movement of the humeral head (see illustration) into a forward lying position. This weakness or dysfunction comes about due to a failure of the Force Couple relationship that exists between muscles of the shoulder joint. A force couple relationship involves two muscles on opposite sides of the shoulder joint, performing movements in opposite directions to each.

An example is the subscapularis muscle that attaches to the front of the shoulder (humeral head) which is responsible for turning our arm inwards towards the chest and Infraspinatus muscle that is attached behind the shoulder joint and which turns the arm outwards.

It is this torsional stress or pull that these muscles exert on the joint during movement that creates a stabilising balance in the shoulder joint that help prevent instability or forward tilting of the humeral head. This dynamic balance is continually being tested during overhead activities such as painting, playing tennis etc.

If there is an imbalance in one of these opposing force couple muscles then dysfunctional shoulder joint movements can occur, leading to impingement syndrome which is very common in all age groups.

In addition Shoulder joint dislocations are end products of a break down in the force couple relationship. Hence, Rehabilitation of shoulder injuries needs to focus on identifying a weakness in the force couple relationship and implementing exercises that will strengthen the weak shoulder muscles.

IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTHENING SHOULDER BLADE MUSCLES Strengthening the muscles of the shoulder blade is something that we regularly ignore causing poor forward leaning posture, a sick dysfunctional scapula (shoulder blade) which lead to shoulder problems.

Indeed, it is these muscles that help move the shoulder blade and it is the shoulder blade or scapula that contains the glenoid socket that forms part of the ball socket complex that is the shoulder joint. Hence, weak and tight scapula muscles can lead to restriction between the glenoid socket and humeral head (the shoulder joint), thus highlighting the importance of strengthening the shoulder blade muscles.

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

Deputy Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. Jason Murphy along with students and staff of Focus Ireland, Waterford, attending the awards ceremony for the charity’s Preparation for Education Training and Employment Programme (PETE) at St. Patrick's Gateway Centre.

[John Power]

NAS Training Centre workshop to help family Carers THE NAS Training Centre has devised the “People Moving” workshop in order to provide family members and carers with practical guidelines and vital information about the moving and handling of people in their care.

The course is for those who look after family members in their own homes and the content focuses on back care, safe moving techniques, including moving people that are being cared for in bed, helping a person get up out of bed/into bed, helping someone walk that requires assistance, and equipment demonstrations.

Danette Connolly, Director of NAS Training said the premise of the course is to ensure that carers have the knowledge and skills to ensure that moving people is done with less effort and the upmost comfort.

“There is a growing number of carers in Ireland.

In fact, between 2004 and 2014 the number of people in receipt of a carer’s allowance has increased from 23,000 to 57,200.”

“The degree of care varies from person to person, however any carer who has to move a family member needs to ensure not

Danette and Michael Connolly of NAS Training Centre with “Kelly” preparing for the NAS People Moving Workshop. only are they doing it correctly, but that they are safeguarding themselves against injury.”

The three hour workshop covers a wide range of techniques such as chair to chair transfers, log rolls, sitting and repositioning, use of equipment such as wheelchairs and transfer boards and hoist demonstrations, the same techniques nurses and carers

use.

Taking place each Tuesday afternoon in NAS’s state of the art training facility at Cleaboy Business Park, Waterford booking is essential.

To find out more about the courses on offer at the NAS Training Centre or to book your place today call NAS Training Centre on 051 333960 or check out www.nas.ie

Know Your Rights GP VISIT CARDS FOR CHILDREN AGED UNDER SIX Question: I’ve heard that young children can now visit the doctor for free but that they have to get a GP visit card. How do I get a card for my child?

Answer: From 1st July, 2015, children under the age of six are entitled to free visits to a GP (family doctor) that is taking part in the free GP care for children under six scheme. All children aged under six who live in Ireland or who intend to live in Ireland for at least one year are eligible.

To get a GP visit card for children aged under six, you must register your child. To register, you will need: Your Personal Public Service Number (PPSN) The PPSN of each child Your choice of participating GP You are sent your child’s PPSN when you register their birth. If you do not have a PPSN for your child, contact Client Identity Services in the Department of Social Protection on Lo-call 1890 927 999 or email cis@welfare.ie. If your baby is under two months of age and you don’t have a PPSN yet, you can register and leave the PPSN blank and the HSE will write to you separately to get it.

You can get a list of GPs who are taking part in the scheme at gpvisitcard.ie. The list also tells you whether your chosen GP accepts online registrations. If they do, you can apply online at gpvisitcard.ie. If a GP doesn’t accept online registrations, or if you prefer to use a paper form, you can download the registration form from gpvisitcard.ie, bring it to the GP to sign, and then send it to: GP Visit Card – Under 6s, PO Box 12629, Dublin 11.

Your child will be included in this scheme until the end of the month of their sixth birthday.The expiry date is shown on the card.You will be notified approximately three months before it is due to expire.

The card covers free GP visits, including home visits and out of hours, urgent GP care. It does not cover visits to hospital emergency departments.

If you have any questions about registering for the scheme, you can phone Lo-call 1890 252 919.

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

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15th annual Tour de Munster c h a r i t y c yc l e In aid of Down Syndrome Ireland

LISMORE Castle Gardens & Gallery was the stunning venue for the official launch, on Tuesday 23rd June, of the 15th Annual Tour de Munster cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).

The four day charity cycle, which was launched by cycling legend Sean Kelly, takes place from Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th August, and will see 100 amateur cyclists cycle over 600km around the six counties of Munster, raising funds for the Munster branches of DSI. The popular launch event was attended by over 300 guests, including Lord William Burlington, owner of Lismore Castle, DSI executives and DSI Munster branches and families supported by the charity, Tour sponsors, and many of the cyclists taking part this year.

MC for the evening was Michael O’Gorman, Munster Branch Co-ordinator, and Tour de Munster participant, who welcomed special guest Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan, Chairperson of the Dungarvan/Lismore District Council, representing Waterford City & County Council. Guests were treated to a dance ensemble by Jess Rowell and Brian McSweeney, who is a member of the Waterford Branch of DSI and has Down syndrome. The piece was choreographed by Libby Seward of Traces Dance Group.

Sean Kelly, who this year celebrates his 10th year doing the charity cycle, is delighted to celebrate DSI’s 6th year as beneficiary of funds raised.

Speaking at the launch Sean said “Given the wonderful work that Down Syndrome Ireland does for those affected by the condition and their families, I’m very proud to once again be associated with Tour de Munster and this fantastic charity. The route which Paul Sheridan, the Tour’s organiser, has created, is enjoyable, varied and is tailored around the Tour’s participants.”

Through hard work and persistence, Paul Sheridan established Tour de Munster, with the initiative having had a life changing impact on the lives of countless people through its fundraising efforts.

Since its inception, Tour de Munster has raised approximately €2 million for its beneficiaries; and for DSI alone, the Tour has raised almost €1.5 million.

At the launch, which was kindly supported by Lismore Castle Gardens & Gallery, organiser Paul Sheridan said

“Now, in its 15th year, I am honestly in awe at the support we continue to receive year in, year out, from the people in the cities, towns and villages that Tour de Munster’s route takes us through. I would like to thank everyone who has got behind the Tour to date, and it would be great to see the momentum build from this fantastic launch event organised

by Sandra Willoughby, Conor Ryan and the Waterford and South Kilkenny branch of DSI. Entering into our 6th year in partnership with DSI, we are delighted to be with such a worthwhile charity. Raising both funds and awareness regarding the challenges faced by those affected with Down syndrome and their families, is essential to the ethos of Tour de Munster.”

Pat Clarke, CEO of Down Syndrome Ireland, added “All of us in Down Syndrome Ireland really value that our Munster counties are the beneficiaries of the Tour de Munster for the past six years. The support and ceaseless hard work of all those involved with Tour de Munster goes such a long way towards improving the lives of all our members with Down syndrome.”

John Tuohy, CEO, Nightline Logistic Group, Tour de Munster’s main sponsor, also spoke during the event: “Nightline is honoured to be sponsoring the Tour de Munster again this year. It is great to be associated with this worthwhile cause that improves the lives of so many families in Ireland. As Nightline serves communities large and small all over Ireland, we realise the positive impact the Tour de Munster has on so many people’s lives. We wish all the participants of the Tour the best of luck, and are delighted to support this annual charity cycle.”

This year’s Tour de Munster begins in Waterford on Thursday, August 6th and continues over four days, through all the counties in Munster, finishing in Cork on Sunday, August 9th. The Irish Examiner, Clare FM, Tipp FM, Red FM and WLR FM are the Official Media Partners of Tour de Munster 2015.

For route information and the latest information and news log onto www.tourdemunster.com find it on Facebook, or follow the Tour on twitter @tourdemunster. For further information on Down Syndrome Ireland please see www.downsyndrome.ie

Official launch at Lismore Castle

Sean Kelly, Waterford Rose Sarah Tobin with Rachel Willoughby, Paudie O'Rourke, Micheal Brassil and Aoife De Paor from the Waterford Branch of DSI pictured at the official launch of the 15th Annual Tour de Munster cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI), kindly hosted Lismore Castle Gardens & Gallery.The four day charity cycle takes place from Thursday 6th to Sunday 9th August, and will see 100 amateur cyclists cycle over 600km around the six counties of Munster, raising funds for the Munster branches of DSI. For more information see www.tourdemunster.com [Gerard McCarthy]

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Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies competition kindly sponsord by Sam McCauley’s Chemists. Front Row LR: Anna Harhen, winner; Creina O’Sullivan, Lady Captain. Back Row LR: Carmel O’Brien, 3rd; Fidelma Fitzgerald, 2nd; Breda McCarthy, Best Gross.

[Pat Crowley]

PICTORIAL

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West Waterford Golf Club prizewinners in the Club Scramble kindly sponsored by Country Store. Conor Lannen, Country Store (Sponsors) with prizewinners Denise Nugent, Willie Lyons, Conor Duggan, Ger Lyons, Joan Ronayne and Darragh Herlihy. Also included are Mary Barron, Lady Captain and David Condon, Captain.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

West Waterford Golf Club, Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by White Horses. Margaret Mary Walsh, White Horses (Sponsors) presents the winner, Margaret O'Sullivan with her prize. Included are Mary Barron, Lady Captain; June Whyte (2nd) and Anne Parkes (3rd). [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Dungarvan Golf Club Club Classic. Men’s Winners – Front Row LR: Joe Yellop, Harry Yellop, winners West Waterford GC; Creina O’Sullivan, Lady Captain; Adrian Yellop, Paul Griffin, winners West Waterford GC. Back Row LR: Jim Kiersey, Vice Captain; Ger Darcy, sponsor; Billy Queally, sponsor; Liam Carroll, President and sponsor; David Raher, Captain.

[Pat Crowley]

Lismore Golf Club Vice President Mrs. Katherine Moynihan’s Prize to the Men. Front Row Left to Right: Willie Henry (President) and receiving 1st Prize for Stephen Hartigan, Katherine Moynihan (Vice President), Michael McGrath (Gross), Sean Daly (Captain). Back Row Left to Right: Brendan Hannon (2nd), Cal Aherne (3rd) and Peter Whelan (4th)

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies 3 Person Waltz Competion kindly sponsored by The Country Store. LR: June James, Joanne Fitzgerald and Carmel O’Brien 2nd, Connor Lannen, The Country Store Sponsor; Creina O’Sullivan, Lady Captain; Marie Fahey, Winner; Maureen Lynch and Hilary Brown, 3rd.

[Pat Crowley]

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A wonderful day as Stradbally host HB Down Syndrome Ireland Ice Cream Funday Photographs by Richard Cutbill

Trish and Odran Doyle of Knock, Clonea, taking a break in the large refreshment marquee.

Padraig, Stephen, Trish and Stephen Jnr. Moynihan having fun at the HB party.

Sean Hurton and Katie Phelan playing on the grass with Savanna Hurton in the sunshine.

Stradbally guys taking a break from fundraising – Francis Sheehan, P. J. Carey and J. P. Brazil.

Children enjoying one of the two bouncy castles supplied by P&H Bouncy Castles, Ring.

Connor Organ just delighted to be in this picture with his hero Waterford and Stradbally Hurler Michael Walsh.

Mary Sheehan of Stradbally lifts up her grandson Joey Sheehan for a better view of action.

Michael Fraher and Orla Fennell serving the HB ice creams watched by Colin Bulfin.

Sheila Cutbill of Stradbally buying raffle tickets from Margaret McCarthy – happy to support this great cause.

Shane Carey, Bridget Curran, Helen Harris and Peggy Carey from Stradbally and Mahon Bridge enjoying the great party atmosphere.

Paddy Coffey MC for the day running the Auctions and Raffles.

The talented Tina Carey entertains the large crowd on the bag pipes.

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FEATURE

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Frank Colbert, co-writer of ‘The Forgotten Legends,’ writes from South Africa …

When Denis was King!

THE ARRIVAL OF THE KING On 10th July, 1962, Matt Busby finally got his man when the now disillusioned and homesick Law finally signed for United for another British record of 115,000 pounds, after much wheeling and dealing to prise him away from Torino.

In Law’s own words in later years: “It was a dream come true for me.”

Having been injected into a United team which was still struggling to reach the heights of pre-Munich four years earlier he soon became the catalyst that would take United to the next level. During his debut against West Bromich Albion at Old Trafford he took only 7 minutes to score his first goal. An overhit centre from Dublinborn Johnny Giles seemed too high for anyone to reach. However, typical of Law, he rose out of a crowd of players like a leaping salmon in the penalty box and seemed to hang for an eternity until his head connected with the ball – and sent it crashing into the goal with a whiplash header.The instantly enthralled Old Trafford crowd was immediately introduced to the trademark goal celebration of the showman Law while he typically punched the air and wheeled away with his hand clutching his sleeve, save for one finger pointing to the sky.

Prior to then, he had generally been operating more in an attacking midfielder role with an impressive goalscoring rate.

However, Busby soon convinced him that he would be more valuable to the team if he alternatively operated as a striker next to his fellow Scottish international David Herd. His sudden increase in goalscoring rate soon proved the wisdom in the manager’s

“Suits you sir“ – Torino’s Law poses for the camera. words, starting with 4 goals at League Champions Ipswich Town against goalkeeper Roy Bailey, the father of future United custodian Gary.

Co-incidentally he scored another four at Hampden Park five days later for Scotland against Northern Ireland. He was described in the following day’s newspaper as follows: “He was a forward line in himself. His every move was masterly as he shot like a bullet through the slightest opening, danced past defenders with the ball tied to his toe, beating them with body feints or dazzling footwork.”

On 15th December, 1962, referee Gilbert Pullin suddenly exposed his prejudice against United in general, and the Scotsman in particular, in a league game at the Hawthorns.

Regularly during the game he taunted Law with startling remarks such as: “Oh, you clever so and so, you can’t play.” After the game Busby and Law reported him to the Football Association, but rather than accept the resulting censure,

Matt Busby measures new signing Law for a Manchester United shirt.

Pullin decided to retire. In subsequent years Law claimed that, in reprisal for the Pullin censure, he now became a marked man in the eyes of some other referees and he justified the allegation with the staggering heavy suspensions which he received on a few occasions.

In a league game against Leicester City he scored a hat-trick, but still ended on the losing side due to United’s vulnerability at the back. Despite an exciting run in the FA Cup, his impressive scoring rate was often cancelled out by a shaky defence and United were soon heading for the relegation zone. However, in the Spring of 1963 a good run in the FA Cup, thanks mainly to Law’s goals, starting to cause optimism of silverware soon arriving at Old Trafford.

Cork soccer fans were soon fortunate to be treated to the magic of The Lawman in February 1963 when United played a friendly game against Bolton Wanderers at Flower Lodge during a six week shutdown period in English League football due to a big freeze in the English weather. The game was the debut of Law’s Glasgow Celtic pal Pat Crerand whom he had recommended to Busby to fill the role of provider for himself and Bobby Charlton, as well as George Best shortly.

Law’s lone goal in April in the victorious FA Cup semi-final against Southampton a few months later now raised the spirits of United fans and players alike. At Wembley on 25th May a suddenly rejuvenated United, with the swashbuckling Law on song, hit form and triumphed over firm

favourites Leicester City by 3-1, after the Lawman’s initial goal had sparked them into life. It was a spectacular effort as he had to first quickly spin around to get his foot behind a ball that seemed to have gone past him before firmly placing it in the far corner of the net past goalkeeper Gordon Banks.

Law was like a probing puma in a number 10 shirt throughout the final with Leicester manager admitting that he had wrecked his final dreams. That triumph was the spark that ignited the drive towards two championships and a European Cup trophy during the next five years.

Leicester City and future England World Cup winning goalkeeper Gordon Banks reminds us that: “Denis had a fantastic game at Wembley that day. He really lit the place up, and we suffered for his brilliance.That performance set a very high standard, but he more than lived up to it down through the years.”

Busby had correctly predicted that just after the Munich tragedy back in 1958 that it would take his totally depleted team another five years to win its first trophy. Law’s goals tally for the season was an impressive 29 goals in all competitions.

In view of his hugely impressive form in his first season in the English League, Law was then selected to play for a Rest of the World team against England at Wembley on 23rd October, 1963, in a celebratory game. He later recalled that: “It was one of the greatest thrills of my life and it was like a dream sitting in the dressingroom before the game. For the first time in my life I was completely awestruck looking at all the world stars pulling on the same shirt as myself.”

While surrounded by legendary team-mates such as Di Stefano, Puskas, Yashin, Gento and Kopa he scored the side’s only goal in a 2-1 defeat. He further recollects that: “Despite all my wonderful experiences with United and other clubs, as well as with Scotland, that goal was probably the highlight of my career. For nights after, I went to sleep reliving the experience. “When his legendary Brazilian full-back team-mate Djalma Santos was asked after the memorable game to name the best player on the pitch he immediately replied:

“Numero 10, Law – bueno muchos!”

Due to the fact that United’s ageing Cork-born skipper Noel Cantwell was now making only sporadic appearances in the first team for United Busby unexpectedly handed the captaincy of the team to the effervescent, ebullient, resilient and extrovert Law. With Cantwell now alternatively taking the role of the club captain Busby sought to somewhat curb the fiery nature of Law and to reduce his somewhat retaliatory nature.

His 1963-’64 season was interrupted by an exorbitant 28 day suspension which he received for a sending off against Aston Villa, giving serious credence to his contention that the FA were once again out to make an example of him. However, he had already found a special place

ling Lawman would return to Flower Lodge in the close season for a testimonial game for a local League of Ireland player. It was the answer to my prayers to finally watch my hero Law in action, as I had unfortunately been firmly entrenched behind the Colditz-like walls of the Friary in Dungarvan as a boarding scholar during the Bolton game in 1963.

At that time I didn’t anticipate that three years later I would fortunately start to regularly travel across to Manchester twice a year to watch Law and his team-mates in action at The Theatre of Dreams. Also, because he was my United hero for a few years now, I decided to grasp this apparently once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch him in action and therefore I decided to take the unprecedented step of

Manchester United duo Denis Law and Bobby Charlton. in the hearts of the United fans with his prolific goalscoring which on some occasions included spectacular overhead strikes at goal, bicycle kicks, scissors kicks or jack-knife headers in the penalty area. There often was a flamboyant and explosive quality about the way he flung himself at the ball, invariably in a penalty area of flying boots where angels feared to thread.

At the end of the season he had scored a hugely impressive 46 goals in 41 games in total and during those days both Law and Best started a new fashion by letting their shirts hang out over their shorts.

Fortunately for the Cork soccer fans the swashbuck-

dodging work for the day in order to be able to attend the game that afternoon.

Fortunately, I escaped censure in my office the following day for my misdeed, Co-incidentally, according to United’s Pat Crerand in his second autobiography titled ‘Never Turn The Other Cheek,’ Roy Keane’s father Mossie was not so lucky after the Bolton Wanderers game when he got the sack for a similar misdemeanour!

WHEN DENIS WAS KING The following season saw the First Division championship coming back to Old Trafford for the first time after Munich. One of the main contributory factors

was the extraordinary number of goals scored by the United Trinity consisting of Law at the very peak of his career, the ever dependable Bobby Charlton and 20 year old George Best. The cherry on top for the Scotsman was winning the European Footballer of the Year trophy. To date he is the only Scottish player to receive the elusive award and he also finished as the leading goalscorer in the First Division with 28 goals.

His impressive total in all competitions was 39 goals in 52 games.

However, during a tense game at Blackpool he received his marching orders from referee Rhodes after a clash with Alan Ball and was duly suspended for 28 days. Also, during a heated FA Cup semi-final against arch rivals Leeds United he had his shirt virtually ripped off his back by Jack Charlton in a desperate attempt to subdue him. In his own words: “I was going for the ball but my shirt was not going with me. Jack Charlton had grabbed a handful of it and was trying to hold me back. It was literally being ripped off my back. I lashed out at Jack and we began swapping punches. I was unaware that our team-mates had joined the fray and there were fists flying all over the place. It took a few minutes for the referee to calm the situation down.”

On the afternoon of England’s World Cup 1966 victory the proud Scot defiantly headed for the local golf course. He had found it hard to swallow the fact that the Sassenachs had reached the final and believed that a number of lucky factors had contributed to it. As he approached the clubhouse at the end of his golf game he was advised by a jubilant English fan that England had won the cup. His immediate reaction was to instantly throw down his clubs in disgust and to shout the words: “Bastards!”

Among legends – Law (2nd from left, front row ) with the Rest of the World team.

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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

A home for a spectacle PERMANENT homes are neither a new nor a unique phenomenon, existing in cities for a wide range of sporting and cultural pursuits. For instance, the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, now named the Dolby, was built to be the permanent home of the Oscar Celebrations, the Rose of Tralee is about to set up a permanent home in, naturally, Tralee. An FA Cup Final would be unthinkable on any hallowed turf other than Wembley, where it has been played for eighteen generations since James I took over the throne of England. (Humour!!) And, it would be unthinkable that the All Ireland Final would be played other than in Croke Park Many venues around the world have become the permanent home of a particularly famous event, so, why not the Munster Final in Semple Stadium?

Next Sunday week, the famous Stadium, located in Thurles, the very home of the GAA, will play host to another Munster Final, this time between the Deise and the home county of Tipp.

This event in this town, in this stadium is almost guaranteed on each occasion to be a memorable visit for the tens of thousands of fans who not only come to see the game live, but those without tickets just like to be in the heart of the action in Liberty Square before and after the game.

According to a report by Eoghan Cormican in The Irish Examiner last Thursday, twice All-Ireland winner, Michael Cleary believes serious consideration should be given to cementing Semple Stadium as the permanent venue choice on Munster hurling final afternoon.

It is the dream of every GAA player to grace the sod of Croke Park and it is similarly the dream of Munster hurlers to play in Semple Stadium on Munster Final day. It is a special occasion for player and spectator alike and an experience which can not be found elsewhere.

However, it appears as if this may be a non-runner as not every county may agree to the arrangement. Also, Cork and Limerick are upgrading their grounds and will be looking for a

slice of the Munster Final financial cake. So, while it seems like a good idea, it does not appear to be on.

But then, rugby in Croke Park or the English National Anthem being played there never seemed likely either, but both happened.

According to the Examiner report, ‘former Tipperary hurler Cleary secured only one of his four Munster medals on home turf, but insists no venue compares to Thurles on Munster final afternoon.

“Cleary accepts county boards would suffer financially from such a move and so proposes a sharing of the gate receipts between the two participating counties. “I believe there is a strong argument to play the Munster final every year in Thurles, to have Thurles set in stone as the venue for the decider at the start of every year,” he says.

“Thurles is a special venue and no disrespect to the other Munster venues here, but you cannot beat Munster final day in Thurles. It has the biggest capacity, the atmosphere around the ground and in Liberty Square is unrivalled.

“From a purely logistical point of view it makes sense to stage this game in Thurles,” said Cleary.

He continued: “Waterford have done all their good hurling in Thurles this summer.

“Traditionally, and going back to the last decade, Waterford did all their best hurling at Thurles.

“That is where they have made their name. I don’t believe it hands advantage to Tipperary.”

Neither do the Waterford GAA authorities who readily agreed to play this vital game at this venue. Whatever about the future establishment of Thurles as a permanent Munster Final venue, Deise eyes will be firmly fixed on Sunday week and a win at ‘the spiritual home’ of the game.

One game at a time is their belief and we wish them the very best of luck in their forthcoming test!

A Wild West crime FOR most people, cattle rustling means cowboys of the Wild West chasing off part of a herd somewhere on the plains of the USA, to the sound of firing six-guns and the thunder of hooves.

None of those ingredients was present last week when 75 cattle and 25 sheep were stolen from a farm in Kilbeggan, Co. Westmeath. The animals were taken during the night last Wednesday or Thursday and were valued at about €100,000.Very few, if any, small businesses could sustain a loss like that and this farmer’s livelihood has been taken away from him overnight.

According to a report in the Irish Independent, the farmer said thieves must have been watching his movements and his premises and the first sign he had that anything was amiss was when he noticed that the lock had been cut on the gate leading into the farm that he had rented 4km from his home.

"Like a lot of people I would have thought that a lock was enough," Mr. Dillon said. "I noticed nothing over the past few weeks but they have to have been watching the place."

Gardaí have appealed for anyone who might have seen any unusual animal transport activity in the area to contact them.

The farmland is close to the N6

old Dublin Road between Kilbeggan and Tyrrellspass and the ready access to a main road and a quick escape may have helped the robbers choose their target.

CCTV footage from the Tyrrellspass area had captured a lorry and single trailer, and also a lorry with a double-decker trailer that may potentially have been involved.

The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) national livestock chair Henry Burns said such a large volume of animals "cannot have vanished into thin air" and it would have had to have been planned.

Rustling has not been widespread and figures from the Department of Agriculture recently showed that 59 cattle were reported missing from farms between January and June 9, with 146 stolen during all of 2014.

These cattle cannot be traded dead or alive through normal and approved channels due to very rigid traceability, so they will have to be sold, or killed and the meat sold, on the black market.

This outlet is limited too which probably accounts for the relatively small number of animals stolen nationally. This was a particularly nasty crime and hopefully, the farming network and the Department of Agriculture systems will be able to trace the animals in some fashion.

New District Chairman welcomes funding for footpath programme A THREE year programme to construct new footpaths around Dungarvan-Lismore area was welcomed by the incoming Chairman of the District Council, Cllr. Tom Cronin.

A total fund of €150,000 has been ringfenced to construct new footpaths in the Dungarvan-Lismore area over the next three years, with €50,000 being allocated for each year.

Cllr. Cronin, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer, said he welcomed the funding and looked forward to the work beginning and being completed for new footpaths which are needed in many areas.

He pointed out that the funding is to construct new footpaths, not the repair of existing, older footpaths.

“Where existing footpaths are damaged and need repaired, that money will come out of a different fund,” Cllr. Cronin said.

YEAR ONE: VILLIERSTOWN, TALLOW, RING AND BALLYSAGGART In year one of the programme, a sum of €25,000 will be allocated to complete footpaths from

Cllr. Tom Cronin Villierstown school and extend the footpath beyond the proposed pedestrian crossing in the village.

There will be €5,000 allocated for construction of a footpath in Tallow, to link the Woodview Estate to the adjoining road.

Ring will receive €5,000 to construct a footpath from the proposed pedestrian crossing to existing footpaths.

Ballysaggart will receive €15,000 to construct a new footpath in front of the shop and facilities along the Main Street.

YEAR TWO: BALLINROAD, CLASHMORE, AGLISH In year two, €20,000 has been ringfenced to construct a new footpath parallel to the Church and graveyard in Ballinroad.

The sum of €15,000 will go to constructing a new footpath on the Piltown side of Clashmore, while Aglish will also receive €15,000 to commence construction of a new footpath from Main Street to the residential area.

YEAR THREE: ARDMORE, DUNGARVAN, LISMORE In year three, €20,000 will go to Ardmore to construct a new footpath to link with an existing footpath towards the GAA field.

Dungarvan and Abbeyside will receive €15,000 to be used to construct new footpaths where gaps exist and where footpaths are not linked properly.

A further €15,000 will go to Mayfield in Lismore, to construct new footpaths where there are gaps in existing footpaths.

Trevor Breen and Loughnatousa WB come down from the Hickstead bank on their way to winning the Hickstead Derby on Sunday last.

Waterford bred horse Loughnatousa WB wins Hickstead Derby for second time

By Brian Hennessy THE County Waterford bred gelding Loughnatousa WB won the famous Hickstead Derby for the second time in four years on Sunday, when he was the only horse in the competition to jump a clear round at a course often labelled the “Grand National of Show Jumping”.

Bred by Walter Connors from Dungarvan, Loughnatousa WB, a 16 year old by Spring Elegance, was sold to the Beecher family from Tallow in West Waterford as a yearling and later to his present owner Patricia Brown. He first won the Hickstead Derby in 2012 when ridden by Paul Beecher who had produced the horse as a youngster.

Loughnatousa WB joined an elite list of double Hickstead Derby winners on Sunday, when this time ridden to victory by Tipperary’s Trevor Breen who last year won the same competition with the one-eyed horse Adventure de Kannan.

The most famous of all former Hickstead Derby winners is the horse Boomerang, who when ridden by Eddie Macken, won the Derby for four years in-a-row from 1976 to 1979. Peter Charles managed three Hickstead Derby wins with Corrada from 2001 to 2003 while Waterford born army rider Captain John Ledingham won the Derby twice with Kilbaha in 1994 and 1995, while he also won with Gabhran in 1984.

Britain’s John Whitaker claimed his first win in 1983 with the leg-

endary Ryan's Son and then again in 1998 with Gammon. His brother Michael Whitaker, recorded his first win in 1980 and 11 years later the first of three consecutive wins on Mon Santa.

The All England Jumping Course was built by late Douglas Bunn in the 1960’s, and he is reported to have measured the derby bank at Hamburg in Germany before adding three inches to the Hickstead equivalent, to ensure that the Hickstead Bank was the biggest in the world.

Trevor Breen’s latest victory with Loughnatousa WB brings Ireland’s total number of Hickstead Derby wins to 16 and on this form Loughnatousa WB will probably start as favourite to add to this total in 2016.

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Apparition gable of Church in 1880 showing wall stripped of cement – taken by pilgrims and crutches left in thanksgiving for cures received.

This photograph shows the Great Faith of the Irish people at Knock in Co. Mayo. Pray for all in Ireland who are living with Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Irish Kidney Association, Depression and Addiction. Thank you.

To work with new cut crystal company, J. Hill's Standard, in new start-up cutting and polishing operation in Dungarvan.

Expressions of interest, in writing or email only please, to J. Hill's Standard, 1 High Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. info@jhillsstandard.com See www.jhillsstandard.com for a good idea of what we do.

We are currently seeking applications for the following positions:

Audit Senior

We are seeking a new member to join our team and manage a portfolio of accounts. The ideal person will be qualified and have at least 5 years experience of working in a small/medium size practice and be very experienced in accounts preparation with a good knowledge of VAT and PAYE/PRSI income and corporation tax.

Audit Junior

Part qualified or person with minimum of 2 years experience in practice. Must have experience of accounts preparation and be familiar with VAT and PAYE/PRSI.

Bookkeeper

The ideal person will have good experience in all aspects of bookkeeping, including reconciling bank/creditors/ debtors, completion of VAT and PAYE/PRSI returns.

Accounts preparation experience an advantage.

Service Engineer William Scanlan Dairy Services Ltd. DeLaval seeks applications from energetic, ambitious persons who want to develop their career with an established successful Dairy Equipment Business in Waterford. The successful candidate will become an integral part of a team who deliver a professional service to all its customers.

Applicants for the position must have: – – – – – –

Enthusiasm and drive to succeed Mechanical, Electrical, Diagnostic skills Clean Driver’s Licence Ability to work as part of a team or independently Ability to plan work effectively, problem solve and communicate effectively IT literacy

The position offers a competitive salary, full training to the highest standard, company vehicle and career prospects. Sales experience beneficial, but not essential.

Please communicate your interest by sending a cover letter with your CV for the attention of HR Manager, DeLaval Ltd., Unit 6, Shamrock Business Park, Graiguecullen, Carlow.

Closing date Friday, 10th July, 2015.

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Manufacturers of Precast Concrete Flooring Widespan for Houses, etc.

SUPPLIERS OF SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM Moonareha, Cahir, Co. Tipperary. Phone: (052) 7441590

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Person interested in pursuing a career in accountancy with either an Accounting Degree or Accounting Technician qualification.

Applicants for all positions will require good communication skills and demonstrate an eagerness to learn and develop their expertise and knowledge in becoming excellent business advisors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and expanding practice and gain every opportunity to grow and develop your experience and career.

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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.

A.F. (3-7) NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked you for many favours, this time I ask for this special one (mention favour). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father see it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your prayer, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days and promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail.

J.C. THE MIRACLE PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your heart where your Father sees it.

Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer.

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Acknowledgement † ANNICE FITZPATRICK Grenan and Kilmacthomas

BUCKLEY (29th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear son and brother John, late of Church Street, Cappoquin, who died on 2nd July, 1986.

Times and years slip quietly by, But love and memories never die, Still loved, still missed, still very dear, As time unfolds another year.

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 Dad, brothers, sisters and families.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 4th July, in St. John The Baptist Church, Affane, at 8.15 p.m.

CURRAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of John Curran (J.C.), late of 7 Parklane Drive, Abbeyside, who died on 7th July, 2006.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 5th July, at 12 noon, in Abbeyside Church.

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

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

DALTON (23rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Kevin Dalton, late of 2 Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died on 5th July, 1992.

R.I.P. Masses offered.

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

–Sadly missed loving family.

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HEALY (14th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Healy (nee Murphy), late of Scrouthea West, Clonmel, and 48 Main Street, Dungarvan, who died on 4th July, 2001, aged 49 years.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 5th July, at 12 noon, in St. Mary’s Church, Irishtown, Clonmel.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

So rest in peace dear loved one, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.

–Always remembered by Seamus and the girls; Anne Michelle, Siobhán, Aisling and Niamh.

KEANE (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of William (Billy) Keane, late of Grouse Lodge, Garranturton, Kilmacthomas, who died on 12th July, 2008.

–Sadly missed by his loving wife and family.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 5th July, at 11.00 a.m., in St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen.

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JOHN KENNEALLY – Requiem Mass for John Kenneally, late of Farnane, Cappagh, and Newbury, England, will take place on Sunday, 5th July, at 10.00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Modeligo, where his ashes will be laid to rest in the family plot immediately afterwards.

HICKEY (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear brother Tom Hickey, late of Bohadoon, Dungarvan, who died on 27th June, 2011. R.I.P. Mass offered.

Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts, Memories which will last forever.

–Sadly missed by your loving sisters May and Vera.

Memories are something, No one can steal, Death is a heartache, No one can heal.

Some may forget you, Now that you are gone, But we will remember you, No matter how long.

–Sadly missed by your loving wife and family.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, on Sunday, 5th July, at 11.15 a.m.

POWER (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Maurice Power, late of Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult, who died on 5th July, 2008.

McCABE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Tom McCabe, late of Knockaun, Ballinamult, who died on 1st July, 2012.

R.I.P. A smile for all, A heart of gold, One of the best, This world could hold.

Never selfish, Always kind, These are the memories, You left behind.

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

Loving memories never die, As years roll on and days pass by, In our hearts a memory is kept, Of the ones we loved and will never forget.

–Sadly missed by Trevor, Sandra and Rowan.

SARGENT (23rd anniversary) – Loving memories of Austin, late of Cappoquin, who died on Friday, 3rd July, 1992.

–Rose.

MEEHAN (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ciara, late of Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, who died on 5th July, 2007.

Remembering our daughter Ciara, Today and every day.

–Loved and missed always

by Seamus and Gemma.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 4th July, at 7.30 p.m., in the St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

† FR. PATRICK MORAN, O.S.A. Died: 9th July, 2014 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary The family of the late Fr. Patrick Moran, O.S.A., together with the Augustinian Community, deeply appreciate and will always hold in grateful remembrance your kind expression of sympathy, in their recent sad loss.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, at 10.00 a.m., on Thursday, 9th July.

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LIAM McLAUGHLIN – Month’s Mind Mass for Liam will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, 4th July, 2015.

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–Always loved, never forgotten, Phyllis, Kieran, Aoife, Sarah and grandchildren Ben, Lucy, Josh, Joe and Isabella.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on this Friday, 3rd July, at 7.30 p.m., in Touraneena Parish Church.

–Always loved and sadly missed by your loving parents Tom and Nellie; sisters and brothers; nieces and nephews; sisters-inlaw and brother-in-law.

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POWER (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Maurice Power, late of Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult, whose Anniversary occurs on 5th July.

Annice Fitzpatrick, late of Grenan and Kilmacthomas, who passed away after a short illness in Waterford Regional Hospital on 3rd June, 2015.

Annice’s son Paul; sisters Bridget, Nellie and Peggy and brother Michael would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us during our recent sad bereavement. Our thanks to all who called to Annice’s house where she was reposing; attended the Mass and burial and sent Mass cards.

A sincere thank you to the staff of WRH who looked after Annice so well during her illness. A thank you also to Dr. Giffin, Kilmacthomas.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Keogh, P.P., for a beautiful service and also to Fr. Condon was concelebrated the Funeral Mass. Thanks to John and Orla Murtagh at Kents Undertakers for your professionalism and understanding at this difficult time. Thanks to Annice’s kind neighbours and friends.

We hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for the intentions of all.

Annice’s Month’s Mind Mass will be offered on Friday night, 3rd July, at 7.30 p.m., at All Saints Church, Newtown, Kilmacthomas.

SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB (24/6/2015) – 1st Andrew McGrath & Eileen Tinnelly; 2nd Phil Barry & Kay Kirwan; 3rd Kay Shanley & Aida O’Neill; 4th Mary Cusack & Walter Murphy; 5th Mary O’Brien & Ann McGrath.

WALSH (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear daughter and sister Mary, late of Modeligo, Cappagh, who died on 5th July, 1994.

R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 2nd August, at 10.00 a.m., in Modeligo Church.

A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sudden way.

Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure, Loving you for always, Forgetting you never.

–Always remembered by Mam, Siobhán and Pat; Christine and Tomás; Shelly, Mary Kate, Mickey Joe and Deuglán.

AFFANE SUMMER BRIDGE (8/6/2015) – 1st Mary Hanrahan & Anne Murphy; 2nd Maura Callinan & Mary McCarthy; 3rd Bridget Burke & Helen McCarthy; 4th Mary Fives & Claire Meaney.

(15/6/2015) – 1st Margaret Clancy & Nellie Moloney; 2nd Moira & Mary Ormond; 3rd Marjorie O’Brien & Eileen Harty; 4th Claire Meaney & Teresa Doocey.

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WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – Retention permission is sought by Poundland Ltd., T/A Dealz, for illuminated fascia signage board and illuminated projecting sign to front elevation and illuminated fascia signage to side elevation of No. 78, O’Connell St., Dungarvan, County Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the Reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submission or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant the application. Signed: Jinder Jhuti, Company Secretary.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Further Information – Revised Plans – I, Clare Hallahan, have applied for permission for construction of single-storey dwelling house accessed via a new entrance from Conway Court, connection to public services and all associated site works at Borheen, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Planning Reference 15/255 refers. In this regard note that Significant Further Information, in relation to the application has been furnished to the Planning Authority and is available for inspection or purchase at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.) at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, during its public opening hours, and that a submission or observation in relation to the Further Information may be made to the Authority in writing and on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the public notices (within 5 weeks in the case of an application accompanied by an E.I.S.) by the Planning Authority and no further fee is required where a valid submission where a valid submission or observation has already been made in respect of this planning application.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Paul Horgan Design Ltd., on behalf of Mairead Aine Ni Eidhin and John Hearne, wish to apply for planning Permission for: 1. The demolition of an existing sun room/annex to the rear of the existing dwelling; 2. The construction of a two storey extension to the rear of the existing dwelling; 3. Related alterations and renovation works to the existing dwelling; 4. All associated site development works; at Castlemiles, Tallow, Co. Waterford, via Youghal. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.).

A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

SERVICES AVAILABLE

2015 KIDS CAMP SPECIAL! 33% Discount off first 10 bookings!

Rate €99 – €65 per child Camp date: 4th–7th August

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

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.

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Tree Nursery

CONTAINER GROWN TREES – Direct from the nursery. Suitable for planting all year round. Contact: Jim at (087) 2508846.

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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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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)

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Computer Services

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer.

20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)

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Heating & Plumbing

EOIN WALSH HEATING & PLUMBING – Extensions, Bathroom Revamp, Boiler Service with Combustion Analysis, Boiler and NonBoiler Stoves Fitted. For all your heating and plumbing needs call (087) 2749497.

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

AFFORDABLE 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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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.

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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.)

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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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Business Opportunity

SMALL BUSINESS FOR SALE – Operating 2–3 days a week with great potential to expand.

Running with thirty-one years. Owner retiring. Box No. 5516.

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059.

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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 (17-7)

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

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STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening.

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 (17-7)

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GROUND AVAIL SECOND CUT SILAGE – Aglish area. Tel. (087) 7830601.

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MILKER AVAILABLE – The county area. Can also vaccinate Cows/Cattle.

Can also feed Calves. Can drive JCBs/Tractors.

Phone/text: (085) 2838879.

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THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect.

Call HELEN. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Tel. (087) 2756576.

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Phone: 058 48535 Email: info@evolvetraining.ie

TO BOOK, CALL 058-48535 – SPACES FILLING FAST! Learn how to …

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Joe Coffey

087-9889076

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

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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown.

(025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.)

BREEDER HAS FOR SALE A SELECTION OF PUREBRED CHAROLAIS BULLS – 16 to 20 months old by LGL and home bred.

Easy calving and from closed herd. Delivered. Tel. (087) 6176746.

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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.)

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For Sale

AVAILABLE – Hy-Line Point of Lay Pullets for sale. Contact: Ryan (025) 27299.

(17-7) 52 PLASTIC WRAPPED BALES OF QUALITY SILAGE FOR SALE – Stradbally area. Trailer or storage available. Tel. (087) 6389254.

(3-7) 60 ROUND BALES OF SILAGE FOR SALE – 2014 and 34 Round Bales of Silage. 2015 ex-field. Tel. (051) 291470.

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FOR SALE

Toyota Corolla 1998.

66,000 miles.

Phone: (087) 4495180.

The person who doesn’t advertise knows what they’re doing – but no one else does!

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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.)

AGLISH – Three Bedroomed House To Let. €550 per month. Tel. (087) 6252788.

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

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

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.)

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Comeraghs Against Pylons tell EirGrid to withdraw pylon option

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COMERAGHS Still AGAINST PYLONS EIRGRID - WITHDRAW THE PYLON OPTION !

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

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

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IN March of this year, Eirgrid published an update of how they foresee the electrical infrastructure on the island of Ireland being developed over the next 25 years. In that document entitled ‘Your Grid, Your Views, Your Tomorrow’, Eirgrid outline their expectations of how some of the major national grid infrastructure projects planned for Ireland might be progressed and developed to completion.

Within that document there were some stark revelations which were discreetly hidden within the soft text and professionally produced publicity material, which for the most part went unnoticed in the main stream media. These were as follows: Eirgrid admitted that their 2025 electrical power demand forecast for Ireland made in 2008 had been incorrect by a staggering +600% over estimation Eirgrid noted that in 2008 they considered that the South East of Ireland would be a major area where new power for Ireland would be generated (either renewable or conventional gas fired steam turbines) hence in their view ‘the need’ for the Gridlink project affecting County Waterford. Now they have changed that view and they now indicate that it will be the South West of the island where the majority of these new generation facilities might be located.

The North-South interconnector from Dublin-Tyrone via Meath, Monaghan and Cavan is an infrastructure project actually necessary for Northern Ireland and not the Republic of Ireland as Northern Ireland is on a critical knife edge regarding its available generation capacity versus demand.

Eirgrid now acknowledge (despite previous denials) that there are alternatives to 45m high pylons and overhead 400 KV lines which are economically viable and suitable for use on the Gridlink project.

Comeraghs Against Pylons have argued with Eirgrid from the outset that their ‘Celtic Tiger’ endless boom projections back in 2008 were grossly incorrect and were based on a society in a never ending boom economy upward only cycle where no household nor business were making any efforts to reduce its energy consumption and improve energy efficiency.

Furthermore, Comeraghs Against Pylons have always argued with Eirgrid that the Gridlink project offered no merit nor benefit to County Waterford as the county is already very well serviced by an existing 110 KV and 220 KV lines which emanate from the main power generation centres in Great Island, Wexford and Knockraha, Cork.

The public need to be aware that the pylon option of erecting 45 metre structures every 250 metres draped with twin circuit industrial 400 KV power lines is still the primary option of choice by Eirgrid to deliver the Gridlink project. In response, Comeraghs Against Pylons have submitted to Eirgrid and the Government a 65 page objection report to the overhead pylon

option as presented by Eirgrid in their March 2015 publication. This report was based on a detailed Landscape Character Assessment of the Comeragh Mountains commissioned by Comeraghs Against Pylons, undertaken by Cunnane Stratton Reynolds (professional landscape consultants with offices in Cork, Dublin and Galway www.csrlandplan.com). This report clearly concludes that the pylon option with overhead lines would be a gross act of environmental vandalism and professional negligence in the Comeragh area and will leave a permanent scar across the unique geological landscape of the Comeraghs.The report also concluded that pylons and overhead lines and would lead to the withdrawal of the proposals to extend the UNESCO designated Copper Coast Geo-Park into the Comeragh Mountains through the gateway at Mahon Bridge, into Crough Wood and ultimately ending at the Mahon Falls. Decades of voluntary community work, planning and preparation for this project with the assistance of Waterford County Council would all be in vain if Eirgrid proceed with the pylon option.

The Comeraghs Against Pylons new banner on the N25 is a message to Eirgrid and the public in County Waterford that Eirgrid must WITHDRAW THE PYLON OPTION considered for the Gridlink project which affects County Waterford.

Based on the revised all island power demand forecast and the consideration now where new generation capacity will be placed on the national grid, Comeraghs Against Pylons have again called into question with Eirgrid and the Government the entire Gridlink project and how it affects County Waterford.

The Comeraghs Against Pylon campaign is still very active and focused with engaging with Eirgrid and the Government to reconsider this entire project and how it affects Co.Waterford.The public in County Waterford need to maintain their vigilance and voice to Eirgrid advising them of their concerns. We urge all members of the public and businesses to submit their reviews and opinions on the existing Gridlink project.The views and submissions by the public can be made direct to Eirgrid at the following postal and email addresses.

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, will close the following public road from 12 midnight on 12th July 2015 to 12 midnight on 16th July 2015 to facilitate the installation of a cattle underpass at Tintur, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

Road to be closed: L669 at Tintur, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

Alternative Routes: • Traffic from the Vee to Cappoquin will be diverted via the R668 to Ballyrafter (near Lismore) and thence via the N72 to Cappoquin.

• Traffic from Cappoquin to the Vee will be diverted via the N72 to Ballyrafter (near Lismore) and thence via the R668 to the Vee. • Traffic from Newcastle to Cappoquin will be diverted at Keane’s Bridge onto the L5055 south to Affane Cross (also known as Boheravaghera Cross) and thence via the N72 to Cappoquin.

• Traffic from Cappoquin to Newcastle will be diverted onto the N72 to Affane Cross (also known as Boheravaghera Cross) and thence via the L5055 north to Keane’s Bridge where it can rejoin the Newcastle Paul Daly A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services

1st July 2015

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, will close the following public road from 9.00am to 4.00pm on Saturday 4th July 2015 to facilitate Dungarvan’s 800th Anniversary Celebrations.

Road to be closed: Castle Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Alternative Routes: Proceed up Church Street and turn left onto Jacknell Street, then turn left back onto the Quays.

Paul Daly A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services

1st July 2015

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Floral & Artificial Wreaths Supplied Obituary Notices

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Festival helps to raise funds for local woman suffering from Acquired Brain Injury A MASSIVE fundraising festival was held in Cappoquin last weekend to raise money in support of a local woman who has suffered an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), writes Paul Mooney.

The all-day fundraising festival, ‘Mojo for Rebekah’ was held on the grounds of the stunning Kilbree House, Cappoquin, last Saturday for Rebekah Smith (33) from Cappoquin, was diagnosed with an acquired brain injury last April.

There were tons of events for the whole family on the day, with funds raised going to support Rebekah and her family.

As well as a bouncy castle and children’s activities, local man, Jimmy O’Brien was providing horse and cart rides with ‘Tom’ the horse; while live music was provided on stage by Seamus and Peader; as well as some top dublin DJs, including

DJ Paul and DJ Stephen, and local star, Eileen Hallissey; a fire performance by Sannie Cudzer; a ‘pot luck’ banquet and homemade cuisine, BBQ, canoes display by the river; a poker tent, chinese lanterns, a pop-up shop, storytelling, and various other fun and exciting events.

While Rebekah is making a good recovery, it is still going to be a slow and difficult road for her and her family, who are travelling daily to the hospital to be by her side. Rebekah must also travel to the national ABI centre in Dún Laoghaire for rehabilit-ation.

Andrew Smith, brother to Rebekah, said the family were grateful for the fundraiser and expressed thanks to all involved in the organising and attending the event and all those who have made donations.

Andrew also expressed thanks on behalf of the family to the staff at Medical 1 at Waterford University Hospital.

An acquired brain injury is defined as ‘any brain injury that occurs with rapid-onset during a person’s life’.

The condition has been described as a ‘silent epidemic’ and while those with ABI may often look fine, they can have many problems which mean they cannot resume their previous lives or even return home. Brain injury is for life and people with ABI and their families can face a dramatically altered life as a result.

The fundraising for Rebekah is continuing and donations will be gratefully accepted. People can still make a donation directly via Paypal to account rsmojo807@gmail.com, or to Bridget Murray or Dawn Shead.

Left to right clockwise: Chris Prendergast; Jamie Tobin; David O’Keeffe; Ray McGlone; and Damien Pollard.

Jimmy O’Brien with ‘Tom’ the horse.

Kay Murphy; Martina O’Dowd and Mary Martin, enjoying the fundraising festival ‘Mojo for Rebekah’ at Kilbree House last Saturday.

Eileen and Alice Mackey.

Mark Kennedy; with Louise Kiely and Anne-Marie Roche; and (seated) Caroline Foley and Eoghan Quann.

Harry Kenneally; Odhran Prendergast; Alice Mackey; and Ben Kenneally.

‘Tom’ the horse; Jason Croke; Jim O’Brien; Jim Bray; Annie O’Brien.

Nora Dalton-Mooney and Breda O’Sullivan.

Dawn Shead and Shauna Fraher.

Tony and Denise Martin.

Andrew Smith, brother to Rebekah; with Eoin Khan.

Ryan Uniacke; Shane Murphy; and Alex O’Sullivan helping to out at the fundraising festival held in Kilbree House, Cappoquin, last Saturday.

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Waterford Senior Hurlers pre Munster Final Training Camp.

Waterford hurlers train at Gold Coast ahead of Munster Final

Waterford Senior Hurlers pre Munster Final Training Camp.

IT is a very special time to be a Waterford Hurler at this level. Their whole lives are consumed with this one game.The county and all its diaspora are behind this incredibly fit and committed and focused group of athletes.

This weekend was all about preparation for the Waterford players. Derek McGrath had his team down at the Gold Coast Sports Training Facility for an intense pre final camp.

Away from everything that doesn’t matter, surrounded by the people who will take them into battle.

It was intense. The fact that the final is coming up meant that minds were

concentrated. Players were trying to get a handle on what the coaches’ want, trying to learn their role in the game plan, getting to know the opposition as well as is possible.

The exceptional facilities at Gold Coast enabled the team to train, work and relax in a private and exclusive environment. The training facility boasts a 22,000 sq. m. pitch, a pitch of equal dimensions to Croke Park. Located in a sheltered, fully enclosed section of the Resort, the planning of this pre final camp has been meticulous, ensuring both excellent pitch conditions and privacy.

Waterford Senior Hurlers pre Munster Final Training Camp.

Waterford Senior Hurlers pre Munster Final Training Camp.

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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.)

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper, Cards Results 24-6-15 1st Sheila Lonergan & Dan Howard; 2nd Mary Whelan & Christy Higgins; Hugh Collins & Sean Twomey. 4/5th Delia Cashell & Denny Tobin. Lucky Tables: Mary Fennessy & Marie Heskin; Lizzie Keane & Helen Cunningham; Mary & Aaran Pratt. Raffle: Maura Lindsey, Mary Whelan, P. J. McInerney; Mary Fitzgerald, Joan Hannon, Denny Tobin x3; Bill Leddy, Stephen Cunningham, Lizzy Keane.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw WE are delighted to announce that the official opening of our new ambulance base, the former fire station in Portlaw, will take place on Saturday, 11th July, 2015 at 12 noon. Our gratitude goes to all involved to make it happen. More details to follow.

LATEST NEWS FROM CURTAIN CALL PRODUCTIONS DUNGARVAN Last weekend CCPD hosted the Vintage Tea at St Mary’s Church with great support and ably assisted by Ria and her team. Thank you to all those CCPD members who baked goods for the session and helped on the day.

The brainchild of Ria, these gorgeous Vintage Style Charity Teas will be held every Saturday for the summer months. Patrons can expect to enjoy a

choice of teas and coffee and so much food that it is recommended not to eat lunch before planning a visit! Funds raised go towards restoration of the church and other worthy causes. Last Saturday, a few members of CCPD also entertained the audience in the church with a reading of some letters, written by famous historical figures, writers and celebrities. A letter from Clementine Churchill to her more famous husband (telling him off!) and a letter from Katherine Hepburn to

Enjoying the sunshine!

Spencer Tracy were just a couple of those that delighted the audience.

Thanks to our performers; Vanessa Hyde, Mary Kelly, Hugh O’Donnell, Kris Cowming, Mary Nagle and Damian and Natanya Geoghegan.

Launch of disability boat THE Waterford and District Coarse Angling Club are having an Open Day next Saturday, 4th July, in Ballyshunnock Reservoir. The main part of the day is the launch of our new disability boat. The day will also include coaching in all aspects of freshwater Angling.

The launch will be at 1 o'clock.

Pieta House Coffee Morning RUDY and Jenny Lyons are holding a coffee morning in their home in Toor on Saturday, 4th July, from 11.00 a.m. onwards in aid of Pieta House. Please come along and support this very worthy cause, catch up with neighbours and friends over a cuppa and a slice of whatever you fancy, all welcome, the more the merrier!!

The Girls enjoying their Vintage Tea

UPCOMING EVENTS: Next Friday, 3rd July is our DVD night for Steel Magnolias.Venue is Minnies Bar and all Club members and friends are more than welcome. We look forward to the casts and crews for Cuckoo’s Nest, Steel Magnolias and The Graduate mixing together and comparing notes!!

On Saturday July 11th we will be visiting the Community Hospital for a few hours – singing songs, reading poetry and performing for a few hours.

Any club members and friends are welcome to come along.

If anyone is interested in performing with us on the day, please let us know in advance.

Sunday July 19th we are hosting a Drama Workshop in the Town Hall Theatre.

This workshop will be run by the Theatre professional Belinda Wilde, who is well known as a Director and

workshop facilitator and currently runs the Theatre Performance Course at Kinsale College of Further Education.

The workshop theme is Physical Characterisation how to physically inhabit your role. The workshop costs €15 and will run from 10am-4.30pm and includes lunch. Places are limited to members of County Waterford Drama Groups or residents of County Waterford.This workshop is sponsored by the Drama League of Ireland and assisted by the Waterford County Arts Office. To book a place on the workshop - please contact Fidelma Meaney on 087 767 3956.

We would like to congratulate Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School on their brilliant production of High School Musical.

The future of Dungarvan stage productions is in safe hands!

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Kilmacthomas WATERFORD COMMUNITY GAMES, ATHLETICS FINALS What a day for our local athletes at the County Finals held in the Regional Sorts Centre on Sunday. A grand total of 23 medals returning to our local parishes.

Well done to the following athletes for making the finals against some tough competition, Sophie Power, Liam & Niamh Kavanagh, Heather Ritgard, David Scanlon, Andrew & Shane Weldon, Donnacha & Shona Dunphy, Emily Lenihan, Kate Condon, Sarah Slevin, Niamh McGrath, Matthew Fitzgerald and Aoibhlinn Dowling. Congratulations to our bronze medal winners, Emma Whelan u8 60m, Tao Behan u14 Long

Jump, Rory Fennell u12 100m, and our u12 boys relay Donnacha Dunphy, Patrick Power, David Scanlon and Andrew Weldon. Silver Medal winners Kelsey Power u16 100m and Hannah Mae Behan u16 1500m. Finally, a huge congratulations to our 10 Gold Medal winners who will go on to represent Waterford at the National Finals in Athlone in August, Cathal Scanlon u14 Javelin, Conor Keating u10 100m, Patrick Power u12 Ball Throw, Patrick Morrissey, u16 100m, Luke Brennan u14 800m, Roisin Dunphy u16 1500m, Roseanne Power u10 100m, Tommy Fennell u12 600m, Andrew Scanlon u10 60m hurdles and our u15 mixed relay Kelsey Power, Patrick Morrissey, Roisin Dunphy and Luke Brennan.

A tremendous day of athletics for all involved. A big thank you to everybody and hope to see you all again next year.

MASS AT BOATSTRAND The annual Fisherman's Mass will take place in Boatstrand on Saturday 4th July at 10.30 am.

LATE PEG PHELAN It is with sincere regret and sadness we record the death of Mrs. Peg Phelan, Ballinabanogue, Kilmacthomas who died on Saturday, 27th June at her residence.

Peg reposed at her res idence on Saturday and Sunday evenings with rosary recited on Saturday night by Fr. Condon, PP. Her remains were removed on Monday morning to St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen for requiem Mass at 12

noon. A Guard of Honour by her friends of the Kilmacthomas Bridge Club and Dungarvan Golf Club was formed en-route to the Church.

Her funeral Mass was con-celebrated, chief celebrant Fr. Enright, with cocelebrant Fr. Walsh, Fr. Collender and Fr. Condon.

The readings of the liturgy was read by her sister Bridie and grand-son Niall. The prayers of the faithful were shared and the gifts were carried by her much loved grand-children. Her granddaughter and grand-son brought the bread and Wine to the altar.

During Mass Malla Raggett sang many beautiful hymns with organist Tony Egan. After communion her grand-daughter Nicola sang her own special tribute to her grandmother.

Peg’s sons Pat and Neil gave an eloquent eulogy which was much appreciated by the huge attendance present, before Peg was carried by her sons to her final resting place with her husband Maurice in the adjoining cemetery. Final prayers at the graveside were said by Fr. Enright, Fr. Walsh and Fr. Collender.

Peg will be sadly missed by her loving sons, daughters, brother, sisters, sons-inlaw, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom we offer our very sincere sympathy.

May she rest in peace.

THE COMERAGH AGAINST PYLONS There will be a Church Gate Collection on Saturday and Sunday 4th &

5th of July at all Churches in the parishes to pay for the new banner on the N25. All donations welcome. The Comeragh Against Pylons group are in constant contact with Eirgrid regarding the unnecessary destructive of our landscape in County Waterford. We welcome all support and help received to date from the community.

CAR BOOT SALE Sunday 5th July is your next car boot sale in the Rainbow Community Hall, lots of bargains in home made fresh cakes, buns and tarts, flowers, shrubs, books, clothing, bric-a-brac, toys, games and lots more. Teas and coffee served. Come along meet a friend and get a bargain.

LOTTO DRAW Results of the

Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw for Saturday, 27th June letters drawn J, K, M, N. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Siobhán Cleary, Riverview, Kenny Murray, c/o Lenihans, John Lineen, Church Road, Annice Griffin, Kilmacthomas and David Kirwan, Old Road, Kilmacthomas.

Next week’s jackpot €2,750, be in to win.

WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday night 22 nd June, T. Keane, Stess Connolly, M. Walsh, Kitsy Keating, Eric Townsend, K. Murphy, M. Drohan, Hannah McGrath, K. Gough, Veronica Walsh and A. Walsh. Raffle winners Monica Gough, K. Gough, Kathleen Foran and B. Galvin.

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Kill SUMMER CAMPS IN THE GEALACH GORM THEATRE July 27th to 31st: Film & Animation Camp The Film & Animation camp taught by experienced filmmakers will be a fun filled week in which participants will gain experience in the art of filmmaking, particularly animation.

August 10th to 14th: Musical Theatre Camp: The Musical Theatre

Camp, taught by a professional musical theatre practitioner, will give all participants the experience of being part of a big stage show.

At end of each camp there will be a performance in The Gealach Gorm Theatre. Camps are suitable for 7 to 14 year olds. The cost of each camp is €60 per child with discounts for families. Pre booking is required. Contact 0868569358 for further infor-

mation and booking. There are very few places left on both of these camps, so contact us soon to avoid disappointment.

BOOK LAUNCH It gives me great pleasure to report that Tom Power’s new book “Dust Covered Memories” , which is due to be launched by Karen Power on Friday, 17th July, is currently being printed – can’t wait to read the result over the summer!

NEW EXHIBITION “VILLIERS STUARTEGYPT” This exhibition will be open from Monday to Friday over the next few weeks. Admission is free and all are welcome.

TICKETS FOR THE MEDIEVAL BANQUET We have a few tickets left, so to avoid disappointment it is advisable to purchase same as soon as possible.

Banquet at Crew’s Restaurant this Saturday, 4th July at 7.30 p.m.

Tickets €35 are available at the Museum, Friary Street. Contact 058-45960.

GALLOWS HILL COMMUNITY ARCHAEOLOGY PROJECT Please note that we are now taking names of adults interested in the hands-on geophysical survey which takes place at Gallows Hill on the Saturday, 11th and Sunday, 12th July. Each volunteer will spend at least three hours using the most modern sophisticated equipment used for this particular search method.

The mound is believed by the National Monuments Service to potentially be a 12th century Norman Motte and Bailey type fortification. The aim of the Gallows Hill Community Archaeology Project is to test the theory with a geophysical survey of the Hill with the help of community Geophysicist Kevin Barton and members of the local community. Geophysical survey is a technique which allows Archaeologists to create maps of archaeological features and traces of human activities beneath the earth’s soil without carrying out an

excavation. The results of the survey planned on Gallows Hill could help to establish it as Dungarvan’s oldest standing monument.

The weekend of discovery will commence Friday, 10th July at 7 p.m. with a talk by Geophysicist Kevin Barton in the Town Hall.

The survey will run all day on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th.

If you are interested please contact Waterford County museum on Friary Street Dungarvan, phone 058 45960 you can also email: Christina.oconnor@yahoo.ie or eddie.cantwell@gmail.com We are now taking names for the Children’s event which also takes place over the weekend.

The survey has been is funded

by Waterford County/City Council.

AN EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT An illustrated Lecture by Prof. Sean Duffy at Town Hall this Friday, 3rd July at 8 p.m. followed by medieval music by instrumentalist Laoise O’Brien.

PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION “DUNGARVAN THROUGH THE AGES” Exhibition now showing at Dungarvan Shopping Centre will continue until Friday 10th July.

This is an exhibition, not to be missed.

LOCAL HISTORY Three more significant dates relating to Dungarvan: 1904 First volunteer fire brigade founded.

1904 Augustinian school built in Main Street.

1904 Bon Sauveur sisters open Carriglea Convent.

1906 Coláiste na Rinne

founded.

1910 Telephone introduced to Dungarvan.

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 10-5 p.m.

Admission is free VOLUNTEERS Museum members and friends there's still time to get involved in the Dungarvan 1215 celebrations!

A whole weekend of fascinating talks, medieval demonstrations and great family events has been organised to mark the 800th anniversary of Dungarvan. It will be a wonderful celebration of our history and we need you to get involved!

We’re looking for volunteers to help out on Saturday the 4th between 10 am and 4 pm with events and stewarding. If you’re free and would like to get involved, just contact Bernadette (on bguest@waterfordcouncil.ie or 058 21169) - we’d be delighted to hear from you!

Knockmahon N.S. getting ready for their National Bike Week trip.

Bonmahon NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON NS Congratulations to John Mansfield who celebrated his birthday recently. What a busy week we put in last week, with our Active School Flag Celebration, our cycle around Bonmahon for National Bike Week (yes....all those cyclists you saw were pupils from Knockmahon N.S. fronted by Mrs Whelan), a Viking re-enactment and to finish off the week...surfing with Bonmahon Surf School and Tadhg & Fionn.

We certainly earned our Active School Flag! A big thank you to all who came along and celebrated our flag with us. We also raised the Blue Flag awarded by the European Movement.

A big thank you also to Katherine Walsh for organising the Viking re-enactment - it was brilliant. More on the surfing next week.

CAMP AHOY, 27th to 31st July from 10 am to 3 pm in Knockmahon N.S. Packed with loads of activ-

ities and the groups are age specific - this camp is very popular - for bookings contact Catherine on 0879214626.

Knockmahon N.S. celebrating their 1st Active School Flag.

The Department of Education and Skills awards this flag to schools that strive to achieve a physically educated and physically active school community.

FISHERMEN’S MASS BOATSTRAND The annual fishermen’s mass takes place on Saturday, 4th July, 2015 at 10.30 a.m. This year marks the centenary of the sinking of the schooner “Morning Star” which occurred on the 7th October, 1915 off Boatstrand Pier, resulting in the loss of its five crew.

The local community considered it fitting to remember them at this year’s mass and also to remember the seafaring people from the area that worked on ships.

All are cordially invited

Active school flag celebration at Knockmahon N.S

and we would especially like to meet again the families of those we remembered in 2012. If you can spare a few flowers from your garden, it would be much appreciated.

Refreshments will be served afterwards.

SOCCER CAMP Once again, the ever popular Stradbally Soccer Club Summer Camp takes place.This year, it runs from Tuesday, July 28th until Friday, July 31st from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily.

Children from 6 to 12 years old are welcome. Various activities and games will be on offer.

For further details, contact Kevin Barnes at 087 2760304.

BONMAHON TIDY TOWNS Bonmahon Tidy towns will be out every Wednesday evening at 7.30 p.m. All are welcome, we will be continuing weeding painting watering and general tidying. So if anyone would like to join in please

come along on the evening or contact Seamie 0868220281 for more information.

BONMAHON COMMUNITY LOTTO Numbers drawn last week were 11, 13, 16 and 31 which produced no winners.

The Lucky Dips of €25 each went to Michael Daly, Denise Hearn, Ann Concannon and Joan Kearns. Join us for this week’s draw when we play for a jackpot of €9,300!

NEWS FROM THE ART HAND As part of the Promenade Festival this weekend, take part in a collaborative Environmental Art Project to create a large stone circle on the beach – come along on Saturday, 4th July and Sunday, 5th July from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, we’ll be across the road from T-Bay Surf School. All are welcome. And it’s all free!

See you all there.

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Ballymacarbry Community

The Shed Men before the trip.

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Dungarvan Mens Shed

A busy week at the Shed TG, with barrows, walking sticks and arts and crafts all on the go. Highlight of the wek was a trip up the river from Youghal to Dromana, which the Shed Men enjoyed immensely. Thanks to all involved in the trip.

Don't forget the Tuesday night walks at 7 p.m. Shedders, under the watchful eye of Chairman Nicky Sheehan.

The Shed is open every morning,10 a.m.-1 p.m., behind the old Tech, so don't be afraid to call and see whats happening!.

L i s m o re LISMORE TIDY TOWNS NEWS Over the past two weeks starting on Monday 15th June the working team have been out mornings and evenings getting work done. Seats in the Millennium Park have been painted, planted areas have been weeded, members have swept both sides of the road from Rose's West End Bar on West Street to the Post Office on Main Street and outside the kerbing on the North Mall and have washed the large directional sign close to the Owenashad bridge. Both our CES workers have been busy over this period as well with Henry doing gene -ral maintenance work at Fernville, St. Carthage's Well, Car park and the North Mall. Michael painted doors and gates at Ballyrafter, West Street, Ferry Lane and Tallow Road.

Thanks to the engineering company involved in the upgrading of the water treatment plant at the New Way for removing all of the weeds on the top of the stone wall bordering the property after a meeting with one of the working team.

Townspeople are reminded again to be vigilant about litter and the importance of keeping their own space tidy and clean over the coming weeks and months for the benefit of other townspeople, visitors and tidy towns adjudication.

If you chew gum and wish to dispose of it in an hygienic manner, please pick up a free pack of gum wrappers courtesy of the Gum Litter Task Force and distributed by Lismore Tidy Towns. Those packs can be picked up in any of the following premise: Lismore Wine Vaults, Lismore & Cappoquin Credit Union, Rustic Cafe, Roche's Centra Supermarket and Lismore Post Office.Thanks to the owners of those businesses for facilitating us.

Reminding people that you can pick up a copy of the Lismore Town Biodiversity Trail at the following premises in Lismore: Rose's West End Bar, Lismore Heritage Centre, McGrath's Butchers, Rustic Cafe, St Carthage's Cathedral and the ticket office at Lismore Castle.

ECO TIP OF THE WEEK

How green is your bed?

A person spends one third of their lives prostrate on its surface. When choosing a mattress and box spring for your bed look for chemical free products that will not leach toxic gases back into your system.

Coir, cotton, latex and wool can be used in covers and fillings. A slatted base will allow air to move under the mattress discouraging dust mites and damp.

PARISH OF LISMORE & BALLYSAGGART. Summer time in Parish life can be relaxed but not casual. Summer time allows us time to own our own lives, by quietly, even for a time stepping out of the merry-go-round of work and leisure with family life somewhere in between. We can notice people we did not notice before. We may even take time to befriend them. At Mass on Sunday you may notice visitors joining in our community act of worship. Reach out in welcome. Cold hearted Christians are a miserable lot.

We claim to have the Spirit in our lives. Radiate that Spirit by a welcoming posture.

In quietness, you may

think about your own talents and resources and how you can make a difference in the Parish as a reader, musician, member of choir.

We place too much expectation on the celebration of Mass to form our faith.

Much more is needed. But who knows what that extra really is. If we keep doing what we are doing in this Parish we will keep getting what we are getting. Those who love their parish know it is very foolish to keep doing what fails to create the results hoped for.

I had two shrubs outside the door, while one was doing very good with fine scented flowers the other seemed to be languishing.

They were getting the same care. If I persisted with the same as normal by now there would be but one lovely shrub and one lifeless one. What did I do about it?

Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Mass Timetable:Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 4th July, Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 5th July, 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.

BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE’S GRAND OFFICIAL OPENING Reserve Friday, 28th August, 2015 for Ballymacarbry Community Centre's Grand Official Opening. More details to follow.

BALLYMACARBRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL All places at Ballymacarbry Montessori Preschool are now fully booked for September 2015.

Miriam and Clodagh are now taking bookings for the Free ECCE scheme for September 2016 and 2017.

Places are limited so please contact us as soon as possible to secure a place for your child. Please call Clodagh 086-1081784 or Miriam 087-7752814.

NIRE VALLEY VOICES Nire Valley voices and the congregation of the Nire

Parish will be hosting Mass on Sunday, 5th July, 2015 as part of the very popular Sunday Service series on RTE Television.

The choir and some members of the congregation will be travelling to RTE studios in Dublin to record the Mass. Fr Bobby Power is the celebrant for the Mass.

The Mass will air on Sunday, 5th July at 11 a.m. and will also be broadcast simultaneously on RTE Radio long wave 252 and DAB. Viewers abroad can also enjoy the programme via the web on www.rte.ie/live.

Nire Valley Voices who are based in The Ballymacarbry Community Centre are very excited to be part of the programme and we hope that everyone will tune in and enjoy this inspiring and uplifting occasion.

CAHAL DUNNE CONCERT IN AID OF BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE Make sure to get your ticket for the Cahal Dunne concert here in Ballymacarbry Community Centre, Friday, 3rd July 2015 at 8 p.m.

Tickets at €15 (incl. light refreshments) are available in the office of Ballymacarbry Community Centre, or from any of the Ballymacarbry Community Centre's Committee members.

Grow It Yourself Club (GIY) THERE will be a meeting of the Grow It Yourself Club at 7.00 p.m. on Thursday, 2nd July, at Cappoquin House & Gardens.

There will be a nominal fee of €5. All are welcome.

Regarding the future Dungarvan Community Garden, we are attending regular meetings at the Council offices and there is enthusiasm to move this project forward. We are trying our utmost to make this happen. There will, in the near future, be a public meeting at a popular Dungarvan venue where the vision for the Community Garden will be explained and all questions will be answered.

It’s that time of the year again folks, when all our preparation and hard work literally bears fruit. There is no excuse to go to the store. One should be eating one’s own organic produce.

June/July/August and September are a time of plenty, everything is thriving, especially in the polytunnel. Trying to keep up with the demands of the plants, water and feeding and knowing there is too much. We tend to give a lot of the produce away. Here in Ireland it is feast or famine if growing outside. It is a short season. It’s important to have a greenhouse or polytunnel to extend the growing season. Is there a difference between home grown organic and store produce, I think there is. Locally sourced produce, fine. As long as it has not been sprayed with presticides/insecticides. But do have a problem with produce that has travelled 1,000s of kms in container freezers and may be days old. When you pick your own organic produce and eat it fresh, it has to be healthier.

Just recently got back from a Catalonian holiday and one thing we noticed was the amount of produce growing in polytunnels and fields, as we travelled the area. Lots of garden centres.

They have a water problem, but have catchment areas and subterranean water and aqueducts that channel it to would be

parched areas. A lot of work to do when we got back. The grass was shin high and the polytunnel and growing areas were covered in goosegrass and nettles. A lot of mowing and strimming and physical effort, bo bring under control. You can make nettle / goosegrass soup, but not too much of it. I won’t elaborate.

The gem squash, cucumber, courgettes and pumpkins are growing well and their tendrils are expanding rapidly. Have to water regularly.The tomatoes are a bit late this year, the tumbling tomatoes, cherry, sungold and moneymaker fruit is starting to form. Side shoots have been pulled, to give them more air. Left out the beefsteak tomatoes this year, I did not think they had much taste. Earthed up the potatoes and will have a good crop of early and late. Gone for maris piper, red rooster and javelin. We grow for a good part of the year, radishes, perpechual spinach, Swiss chard and lettuce. The herbs we grow are chives, rosemary, parsley, marjoram and fennel. Fennel inhibits the growth of most veggies. To my knowledge, only comfrey and borage can grow with it. A couple of years ago a friend gave me a small comfrey plant, not it is a monster and has to be cut back. To invigorate your veggies, mix a few leaves with some nettles in water and leave for 2/3 weeks. It will be eeky (smelly). It stimulates the veggies and I believe it detracts aphids.

Going to have a lot of fruit, with a bumper crop of blackcurrants, raspberries and rosehip (rosa ragusa). We have made elder flower cordial, which is really refreshing on warm days. The apple trees (golden delicious) are soon going to give of their bounty. Wasps can be a problem, they cluster and encrust some of the apples in the shadow of the sun. So you can pick a shiny apple and get a surprise.

So we check carefully before picking.

That’s all for now, remember Cappoquin, 2nd July. See you there.

Happy GIYing.

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Stradbally BAPTISM Ava Elizabeth Widger, daughter of Garry and Fiona Widger, Fahafeelagh was baptised at Sacred Heart Church, Faha on Saturday, 27th June, 2015.

The godparents were Deborah Fehilly and Brian Widger. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated.

THANK YOU The Sisters of St. Peter Clavan wish to thank the people of Stradbally parish for the warm reception and collection for their missionary work of €1,559.72 last weekend at Mass. Thanks also to Peg Connors, Park House for the lovely accommodation.

SYMPATHY It is with great sadness all her friends, former neighbours and church family learned of the sad passing last week of Rita Carr, formerly of the Square, Stradbally and Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. Rita was a member of the Stradbally Tidy Towns and continued that interest in Tidy Towns in Roscrea as was mentioned at her Eulogy last week.

Deepest sympathy is extended to her husband Bill; daughters Tanya, Zoe, Heather; her extended family and friends.

Deepest sympathy is also extended to the Phelan family, Ballinabanogue, Kilmacthomas on the death of their mother Mrs. Peg Phelan, whose funeral took place at St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen on Monday, 29th June, 2015 with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

BARRON HALL NEWS The Barron Hall is available to hire, the large main hall or the smaller meeting room, all facilities included.

Contact the booking officer Nicola at 087 716 0700. A Whist Drive takes place in the Barron Hall every second Friday night. A special event for card players.

STRADBALLY MARKET The Stradbally Market which takes place at the Cove Bar each Saturday morning from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. will hold ‘A Taste of Summer’ with strawberries and cream this coming Saturday, 4th July, 2015. The usual tea and scones will also be available with the stalls filled with fresh produce such as fruit, vegetables, home baking, jams, sweets, savoury pies, cards and pictures of local scenes and plenty of new potatoes. Do drop in, we hear there is going to be a heatwave.

STRADBALLY TIDY TOWNS Stradbally Tidy Towns Committee has been

informed by Waterford City and County Council that Stradbally Cove has been closed this week to all swimmers both in the river and in the sea due to high bacteria readings in the water samples taken, for health reasons until further notice. The public meeting notice is on display in the Information Panel at the Cove. The new waste water treatment plant at Knockrour, Stradbally currently being built as part of the seven villages sewage scheme will hopefully when completely alleviate all the problems associated with the outflow at Stradbally Cove and will put an end to such notices at one of the most beautiful and safe beaches of the county. There has also been a serious rock fall at the right hand side of the cliffs on the beach at two different places at Stradbally Cove following the winter storms. People visiting the beach should be warned not to sit too close to the cliffs as it could happen again at any time.

Thanks to Tom for organising the council sweeper last week for the village and thanks to Joe and Maurice for preparing the railings at Ballyvooney for painting and on Friday beginning the monster task of painting the black and yellow bars with luminous paint making the area safer for everyone using the road.

LOCAL SOCCER NEWS The ever popular Stradbally Soccer Club Summer Camp takes place this year from the 28th to the 31st July from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily. A range of activities will ensure plenty of fun for all participants. Application forms are available at Cunningham’s XL Stores in the village or from Kevin Barnes (087 276 0304) or Kerry Ann Donnelly at 087 218 2102. Please book before the 20th July to avoid disappointment.

The Astro Turf is available to hire. Contact Tadgh at 087 230 6841. Club kits for children are for sale, would make an ideal birthday presents. Contact Aine at 087 761 8127.

800 YEARS Stradbally 800 years?

King John granted the counties of Waterford and Desmond (Cork) to Thomas FitzAnthony in 1215, the founding of the Town of Stradbally and the building of the Parish Church are believed to date from this time.We intend to remember this event during the year. If you are interested or might like to be

involved please contact Tom at tomaphickey@gmail.com, or Cian at cianflaherty96@gmail.com.

Walk/Talk Thursday nights Walk/Talk began at the Millennium Cross, in the Car Park at the Convent Cross. The Millennium Cross was unveiled in 2000

by Fr. Michael Enright, P.P. and Canon Tom Hewitt, with the stone coming from China.We then moved into the Holy Cross graveyard, the first grave we visited was of Minnie Mason (Higgins) Carrigahilla, who died in her 100th year. (Is she the oldest person buried in the graveyard)? Then we saw the gravestone of Mary Kiely (Cooney) of Carrigahilla, in hindsight, that woman was a walking encyclopaedia with all the history she told me over the years. Nearby is Michael Sweeney, Carriganna who in the 1920's prevented the burning of the RIC Barracks’s because policemen’s families were inside.

Next was James Cummins of Carrigahilla and Ballingown who died in 1955, (grand uncle) and I remember, as a two year old, mourners kneeling saying prayers in his yard, and also remember in the same yard later that year a threshing, it must have being on a Friday, biggest saucepan of eggs I have ever seen. We passed the graves of the Sisters of Mercy, a fantastic group of woman whose story we will return to on another day. Next came the grave of Matthew Cummins of Carrigahilla who was the first manager of Stradbally Co-Operative Society, now Glanbia Store Durrow. His son John Joe Captain Stradbally Company IRA, he took the Pro Treaty side during the Civil War. John Joe was shot in the back and wounded in Kilmacthomas, he returned fire hitting the retreating assailant (a neighbour) in the backside. From there to the grave of Mary Power of Ballyvoile (d, 1945) Mary served with the British Forces during the 2nd World War (we think as a nurse) and is mentioned in Fergus A D'Arcy's book "Remembering the War Dead (2007)". Moving forward we came to the grave of Pat Moloney Millerstown, when Pat started school, aged six years, he could speak only "as Gaeilge" and at the end of a long life Pat could only speak "English". We passed the grave of Christy Curran Chapel Road and somebody remembered a quote "Christy" used, 'the hardest thing to deal with are peo-

ple". Dave Pollock our Archaeologist believe the walls of an earlier church are not the original. Roger Casey Island buried his daughter Anne, aged 11 in 1847. Two years later the family were evicted and they emigrate to America.

In recent years a descendent, Michael Casey has being in contact. We visited the grave of the Harney,s, poets and Hedge School teachers and whose papers are in a library in Manchester.. The Flynn family Stradbally Beg, who paid a heavy price for supporting Villiers Stuart in the 1826 Election (Blian Stuart). A wooden Cross in the centre of graveyard, once had a brass plaque at its centre, erected"to a good and faithful servant". It is believed to have being erected by Rev Charles Grierson Rector at Stradbally 1883-1888. We do not know if the good and faithful servant was male or female. One gravestone generated much discussion, John Kiely Ballyvoile (Tunnel) John was one of the last people in the mid to late 1950’s who used a pony/horse and trap to travel to and from Mass.

The others were Watt Cullinane Ballyvoile, Dick Hickey Carrigahilla, Johnny Wall Graigue and Tom Power Ballyvooney.They all parked on the Convent Road. We ran out of time, and were not able to discuss the Barron memorial, the tea was ready and we had to go. A line comes to mind."and in the dust be equal made with poor crooked scycle and spade".

Would like to thank Cian Flaherty (History student Trinity) for his imput. Our next Walk/Talk is the 9th July, more anon. If you have any comments and or would like any subject covered in our Walk/Talks please contact Tom Hickey 087-9386209 WHIST CLUB The Stradbally Whist Club enjoyed a trip to Wexford with lovely weather. The Whist Club meets at the Barron Hall, Stradbally on alternate Fridays - the next meeting is 3rd July. Doors open at 7.45 p.m. The cost for the evening is €5 and you could win one of the 11 prizes!!

There is also a raffle.

Currently we are having Summer baskets which are very popular. If you have never played Whist please come along as you will be shown how to. This is a social evening and not competitive. All welcome.

More information call 051292932.

Ballinroad Litter Collection June 2015

Ballinroad Community Group THE photo is of a Litter Pick up in and around the village of Ballinroad which took place on Sat. June 06th. The pick up was organised by the Ballinroad Community Group and we would like to thank all who came along on the day. The Village looked really well afterwards, well done gang!

The Ballinroad Community Group held their second AGM on the 03rd June in St. Lauerence’s

THE IRISH WAY I have recently been asked to join the team at online blog "The Irish Way". The blog is a way of introducing Ireland and "Irishness" to the world at large. The site features articles, amusing anecdotes, poetry, history and chitchat from a unique angle, the Irish way. From time to time there will be stories told by musicians, artists, poets and skilled artisans. Some of the posts are historical, hysterical and at times histrionic. It is amusing and argumentative but ultimately agreeable. It is funny and flirtatious and above all else it has the feelgood factor.

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Hall. Thank you to all who came and supported on the night. Also a big thank you to Henry Moloney, a Community Support Officer with Waterford City & County Council, who was a guest speaker on the night.

The mandate of the group is 'To work together to enhance the living experience in the greater Ballinroad area' and on the night we reviewed the work

done by the group in the past year and we discussed what needs to be done in the future to try to achieve this aim. Improving road safety was on the top of the agenda last year and will continue to be our priority for the year ahead. To finish the meeting a new committee was formed and a constitution was ratified.Thank you to all new and existing members of the group, keep up the good work.

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Ballysaggart GRAVEYARD MASS REMINDER The Ballysaggart Grave Yard Mass will be held this Friday July 3rd at 7:30.

BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB OUTING 2015.

On Saturday morning last June 27th 39 Ladies from Ballysaggart and surrounding area left for their annual day out in the capable hands of local man Davy Nugent at the wheel.

Our first stop was the Park Hotel Dungarvan where we were served beautiful scones with jam and cream, cookies and much more. Thank you to Maureen Fennessy for organising same and to the Management and staff of the Hotel.

Next stop was Mount Congreve Gardens where the ladies enjoyed some pleasant walks around the beautiful gardens some plants were purchased & brought back to Ballysaggart. From there it was on to Wexford town for shopping sight seeing & relaxing. While the ladies were shopping a lone strange cyclist was seen around the roads of Wexford????.

From there it was back to The Rhu Glenn Country Club Hotel where we were served a top class meal thanks to Management and staff there. A chat with a drink or 2 followed before we headed back to the Village with the usual sing song on the bus all the way back.

A special word of thank you to the three Officers who put a lot of work into this day, that's Bridie Murphy, Maureen Fennessy, & Mary Glavin, and a very big thank you to our driver Davy Nugent for getting us there and back safely and not forgetting you the Ladies who traveled with us we hope you enjoyed your day out.

Watch this space a day trip to Knock is being talked about to take place in August or September this will be open to all Ladies & Gents. Feedback on this to any of the Ciub Officers would be greatly received.

BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Due to the unavailability of the GAA Grounds this year the following is the outline of the 2015 festival.

The weekend will kick

off on Thursday July 30th with 45 Drive in the Community Center.

Friday July 31st remains unchanged with the Car Treasure Hunt and the Table Quiz in Meagher's Bar. Saturday August 1st starts with the Children's Art Competition in the Community Center from 12:00 noon to 1:30pm, followed by a Family Fun Day at the Towers. Activities include a Children's Treasure Hunt and Orienteering Trail and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult on the day and bring a packed lunch for a picnic.

Music in Meagher's Bar on Saturday night.

On Sunday August 2nd there will be a guided tour from the Community Center to Ballysaggart Waterfalls.

This will leave the Community Center at 11:30am and will feature locations of interest along the way.

The Annual Fancy Dress Parade will take place through the Village at 8:00pm and the Festival will end in style with music, dancing and the Grand

Raffle in Meagher's Bar. More details on the weekend will follow in the coming weeks.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS Nellie Devine and Mary Whelan, Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville. Lucky Tables: Tom Cahill and Tess Hale, Delia Cashell and Stephen Cunningham.

Tickets: Eddie Sheehan, Sheila Lonergan, Tom Cahill and Mary Whelan.

L-R, Helen O'Sullivan, Mary Morrissey, Nora Morrissey, Eileen Walsh and Ann Murphy enjoying the beautiful Mount Congreve Gardens.

Photos by Mary Glavin.

Ballysaggart Ladies Club off to enjoy their annual tour.

Photos by Mary Glavin.

Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Ireland’s Rarest Birds Spotted At Ardmore Pattern Festival

FETE 2015 Well the week of our Fete is finally upon us. All the hard work and effort is about to pay off yet again.

This year, our Fete will be over 3 days starting on Friday July 3rd through Sunday July 5th. Anyone interested in volunteering to help out in any capacity over the 3 day event, please come along on any of the days, we would be delighted to have your help!

Here is the schedule of events for the 3 days: FRIDAY JULY 3rd 5K RUN & WALK The festival will get off to a great start with the 5K Fun Run and Walk.

Registration will be open from 6.30 p.m at the KGK Hall. The run will start at 7.00 p.m and this will be followed by the 5K walk.

There will be a water stop on the way for the runners, and prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd male & female over the line. (Run Only) PROGRESSIVE 45 DRIVE Later that evening at 9.00 p.m in The Shamrock Inn will be the Progressive 45 Drive.

This was very successful

last year so we are bringing it back for another run!

Prizes will be given for 1st and 2nd.

SATURDAY JULY 4th SOCCER BLITZ The Soccer Blitz will take place again in the JFK Field, Knockanore at 6.30 p.m. Teams of 7. This has always proved a very popular event and we have always had a great turnout for teams on the evening.

Food will be served to the teams afterwards.

TABLE QUIZ This year the Table Quiz is on the Saturday night.

Get your teams together and make sure you come early to get your table!!

Prizes will be given to the teams that come 1st and 2nd.

The usual rules apply and the quiz will start at 9.30 p.m in The Shamrock Inn Knockanore. Teams of 4 per table.

SUNDAY JULY 5th MONSTER FANCY DRESS COMPETITION As part of our Fete this year we are bringing back the fancy dress competition which is open to all ages.

By now your costumes will be almost ready for the

big procession from the school to the field.

We are looking forward to seeing what those amazing costumes will look like.

Prizes will be given for best group and best individual costumes.

Whether you want to come as your favourite cartoon character, super hero, current event or sportsperson, whatever you can imagine, we would be delighted to see what you come up with.

Don't forget to be at the school by 1.15 p.m as the parade of all the entrants will be leaving from the school to the field at 1.30 p.m to arrive at 2 p.m to officially open the Fete.

The winner will be announced during the Fete.

FETE DAY The big Fete day is in the JFK Field, there will be lots to see and do for all the family and lots of goodies to eat also.There will be games going on in the field throughout the afternoon.

Some of the attractions on the day will be, the Wheel of Fortune, Waterfall, Bouncy Castle, Baby Show, Cake Stall, Face Painting, Name the Doll (and win the doll), guess the weight

of the cake (and win the cake!!), Arts and Crafts Competition Exhibition and much much more.

Please check out our Facebook page for all the finer details associated with the daily events @knockanoreglendinekilwater moycommunitycouncil Again this year we would like to put out a request for MORE BAKING!!!

We can never have too many cakes, scones, tarts, cookies etc to sell in our cake stall.

Every year we are cleaned out early and so we ask again, if those that could, would kindly bake a dozen queen cakes, or a dozen scones, or a cake of their choice and bring it to the stall on the day, we would greatly appreciate that!

We look forward to seeing you all over the 3 days!!

Without all of your support at this time we would not have the successful festivals that we have had over the years. We greatly appreciate all of that support.

Let's hope that the weather will stay dry for us and all of our outdoor activities!!!

SOME of Ireland’s rarest indigenous birds will be spotted at Ardmore Pattern Festival this July. But you won’t need binoculars, just keep your eyes open!

The line-up of events this year features RTÉ broadcaster and journalist Miriam O’Callaghan, author Mary Costello and daughter of champion jockey (Lester Piggott), Tracy Piggott who is best known for her horse racing commentary. Visit St. Paul’s Church to see any of these famous faces over the big weekend of 25th & 26th July.

BUT if it’s truly birds of the feathered kind that interests you, then take your binoculars on a Wildlife Walk with Sean Hogan on Saturday, 25th July, from 9.00 a.m. This event is hugely anticipated each year.

Over 80 events will be packed into festival 2015 kicking off in less than 4 weeks. Festival favourites including the fireworks

spectacular, aerobatics display, the fun dog show, children’s theatre, science and artistic workshops, guest speakers in St. Paul’s Church plus much much more.They’re all happening this year however there are also a huge number of new events.

On Sunday, 26th July, Ardmore National School will become the Mind, Body and Lift your Spirit centre. More than 20 different informational stands will fill the school and lots of free demonstrations, talks and workshops will take place, by the end of this event you’ll either feel centred, focused, flexed or ready to clear out your junk food cupboard.

For the green-fingered, learn how to forage for seaweed with Marie Power, the Sea Gardener; find out what edible plants are all around us from Andrew Malcolm and get to the heart of ‘growing your own’ with Dungarvan’s GIY speaker John O’Reilly.

If foraging for food isn’t for you, but foraging for clues is then check out the new treasure hunt that’s planned for Sunday 26th this year. Teams will have to scour the village on foot to complete their hunt and the lucky winner will claim their prize of a break away to Trabolgan.

The full programme of events will soon be available on the Pattern Festival website and the printed brochure will be in circulation in the coming weeks.

To learn more about Ardmore Pattern Festival visit www.ardmorepatternfestival.ie or find us on Facebook.

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RNLI honours contribution of Waterford volunteers time. Liam is always available to help in any way this is needed like the Mayday collection and brought lifeboat crew onto the streets of Cork city to collect for the charity.

Peter and Mary Power received an RNLI Plaque on behalf of Power’s Bar. The establishment have supported the Dunmore East lifeboat for over 100 years.

The fundraising branch holds their quiz nights in the bar, where they are always made welcome and donate prizes for the event. They also sell raffle tickets for the annual RNLI Christmas draw.

Billy and Helen Power

also received an RNLI Plaque for their support through Centra. The Power family have been running a business in Dunmore East for over 100 years and have always been supporters of the Dunmore East Lifeboat.

They help in many ways, from sponsoring prizes for all the events throughout the year, from coffee morning to quiz nights and a hamper for the Christmas raffle.

Awardees were present from all over Ireland representing lifeboat stations and branches in Dublin, Wicklow, Galway, Cork, Waterford, Mayo, Kildare and Wexford.

The Dungarvan/Helvick Head branch pictured after receiving their award with RNLI Director of Community Lifesaving and Fundraising Leesa Harwood at the charity’s Annual Presentation of Awards [Pat Moore] THE RNLI held its Annual Presentation of Awards at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin on Saturday (27 June 2015) where the charity presented fifty-five awards to volunteers, groups and businesses from across the country that have made a significant contribution to the RNLI in Ireland. Eight of those awards were made to Waterford volunteers and groups.

Guest of honour at the ceremony was Leesa Harwood, RNLI Director of Community Lifesaving and Fundraising. Also present was David Delamer, Chairperson of the RNLI

Council in Ireland who welcomed the volunteers and their supporters to the ceremony. RNLI Irish Council members Terence Johnson and Peter Killen were also in attendance and the citations for each awardee were read by Emma Gibson RNLI Area Manager and Owen Medland RNLI Divisional Operations Manager for Ireland central.

In her address to the guests Ms Harwood said that the awards were a ‘celebration of the difference that the volunteers and supporters had all made to the lives of others’.

‘Our charity made an extraordinary difference in 2014. I am very proud to tell you that last year, together, we saved 460 lives.

Today we celebrate not just those whose lives we saved, but the people who made this incredible number possible. We celebrate remarkable fundraising feats and decades of lifesaving service given by volunteers. And we say thank you.’

The Dungarvan Branch received the Branch Supporter Award. Anne McCarthy accepted the award on behalf of the group, many of whom travelled up to Dublin. The

Billy and Helen Power also received an RNLI Plaque for their support through Centra receiving their award [Pat Moore] from RNLI Director Leesa Harwood.

Dungar van/Helvick Fundraising Branch has thrived over the past number of years.They are a large and enthusiastic fundraising committee, each of whom has their own strengths which ensures they are successful in everything they put their hand to.

Alongside their annual swim and duck race they host many traditional fundraising events in exciting new ways. They were described as truly inspirational.

Ms. Stephanie Curry from Dunmore East Station Branch received a Gold Badge. Stephanie has been involved in Dunmore East lifeboat station as Lifeboat Treasurer since March 1988. During this time she has provided excellent service to the station in this important role. She is always available to assist the Operations Team and Lifeboat Operations Manager with various matters.

Dr. Liam McCann from Dunmore East Station Branch also received a Gold Badge. Liam has been involved in Dunmore East Lifeboat Station as Lifeboat Medical Advisor since June 1992 and retired from the role in 2014. He has provided excellent service to the lifeboat station in terms of crew medicals and provision of medical advice and assistance when required during a service. He is

always accessible to the Lifeboat Operations Manager and has given freely of his time and expertise. * Ms. Clare Morrissey from Dungarvan Branch received a Bronze Badge.

Clare has always worked tirelessly for the Dungarvan and Helvick Fundraising Committee, either as a committee member or an officer. She has the distinction of participating in all of the Annual Helvick Sponsored Swims up to 2012 raising thousands of euro over those 18 years.

Clare was unable to attend the ceremony and her award was accepted by Oliver Clancy.

Oliver Clancy accepted his own Bronze Badge too.

Oliver joined the Dungar van/Helvick Fundraising branch as a committee member in 2006 and was appointed Chairperson in January 2009. Oliver has played a key role in the success of the branch Annual Swim and BBQ. Oliver gives a huge amount of his time to this event and is a most dedicated member of an extremely successful branch.

Mr. Liam Harty also from Dungarvan Branch received a Bronze Branch.

Liam is a hugely committed crew member and fundraiser who goes above and beyond what would be considered generous of his

Mr. Liam Harty from Dungarvan Branch received a Bronze Badge from RNLI Director of Community Lifesaving and Fundraising, Leesa Harwood at the RNLI Annual Presentation of Awards. [Pat Moore]

Mr. Oliver Clancy from Dungarvan Branch received a Bronze Badge from RNLI Director of Community Lifesaving and Fundraising, Leesa Harwood at the Charity’s Awards Ceremony in the Guinness Storehouse.

[Pat Moore]

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Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien MY WEEK OF BEES It was my own fault the bee stung me. My lawn looked so inviting that I removed shoes and socks and proceeded barefoot onto the living green carpet. Clover flowers were out in abundance, the smell honey-sweet.

It sure attracted me.

But not me alone. When I felt a sharp stab on the side of my big toe, I became aware that I was sharing my lawn with a honeybee. Ow! I couldn't lose that little ball of hurt. I had to lift my right foot and brush it with my hand before the bee let off. I knelt down and removed the poor creature's stinger to which a small portion of abdomen was still attached. Sorry.

It was while I was kneeling and tending my hurts that I finally noticed that there were dozens and dozens of honeybees visiting my, their, our clover filled lawn. Hundreds! It was with some care that I retraced my steps through the white blooms while avoiding the inhabitants thereof.

Some aloe vera dampened the pain and that was about it, I thought. But, in the middle of the night I awoke with a powerful need to scratch my big toe.

Some more aloe vera got me through the night, but here I am a week later itching and scratching and I've had to rummage through a tub full of half forgotten tubes. "Ssssting Stop", hydrocortisone, triple antibiotic ointment....

UNINVITED GUESTS And then came the morning I stepped outside to enjoy the view from my gable end. Sipping a mug of tea, taking in the sun's rays,

I eventually noticed a fairly loud high pitched hum.

Hmmm, what was it?

Where was it coming from?

From the eaves of my roof, that's where! At the apex of the house's gable end, right where the PVC fascia from the left side of the house meets the right, there turns out to be a connector, a little piece that covers the hole where the two sides of the roof meet.

And crawling in and out of this juncture were bees, dark Irish honey bees, dozens of them, buzzing and flying round and round.

I know honey bees are not aggressive little mobsters like their cousins, the wasps. Unless I do something stupid like stepping barefoot on one, they'll leave me alone. They'll coexist quite happily and put their energies to something productive like making pounds of honey and filling my attic with wax combs and a growing brood.

I admire their get-along attitude, but I'm afraid I don't share it. Honey is lovely stuff but several pounds of it dripping from my eaves is not a desirable outcome. So I called a pest control company for advice.

And the owner, Declan Murphy, informed me that there are laws protecting honey bees. They are not pests.

Declan called a Ballinroad Bee Keeper and only hours later Antoinette Walsh and her father Tony showed up for a viewing. It turned out upon expert examination that there were TWO! holes into my attic.

Apparently everyone was invited inside and, with two entrances, there was no waiting.

Antoinette's suggested

solution was to find a 30 foot ladder and return during an evening when the bees were calmed down and starting to tire. With full protective gear, she'd brave the height and puff smoke into the lower hole. If all went to plan, the bulk of the bees would exit through the other. Nearby, she set up an attractive mobile home for honeybees, a hive box.

She'd leave the pantry well stocked with goodies like wax and honey. We'd hoosh the bees we caught into this temporary bee hotel.

SAVE THE QUEEN The key was to remove the Queen. Whither she goest, the rest of the hive goeth too. Unfortunately, the Queen bee's most basic response to intrusion is to flee to the darkest corner available and leave her sisters to duke it out. Equally unfortunate, smoking the hive produced a swelling chorus of complaint, but no bees. The only solution was to cut away part of the fascia and expose the hive.

Antoinette and Tony donned standard bee gear which consisted of a one piece canvas suit with lots of deep pockets and a big helmet with a mesh faceplate.

Stuffing the leggings into wellies finished the outfit except that Antoinette took the additional precaution of putting on a baseball hat under the helmet.The peak at the front of the cap served to keep the mesh well away from her face. If the bees got really, really angry, a definite possibility, they would drive themselves forcefully against the mesh in their desire to exact vengeance.The peak on the baseball cap would keep them from pushing in the face screen.

KCK parishioners gathered for a photo during the 2015 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Lacking such equipment, I improvised. Wellies, rain gear with a hood, plastic goggles, thick rubber gloves, handkerchiefs and masking tape to hold it all together I resembled a grotesque and misshapen insect. Walking and working in this outfit reminded me of the Apollo astronauts on the moon.

That's one small step for a giant beetle...

"MY LITTLE LOVELIES" Antoinette clambered up and down the ladder and cut at the fascia. With a square section of plastic removed, she could look into the eaves and see "my little lovelies." All four or five thousand of them. Not a big swarm, but in the couple of days they'd had available, the busy bees had constructed layers of wax cells and stuffed some of these with honey.

There was, as yet, no brood. Either the Queen was still settling, or she was a "Virgin Queen" and had not yet had her one and only mating flight where she'd fly into the "drone zone". The male bees, the drones, would give chase and only the fastest and strongest would catch her and mate. In the act of consummation, the drones would sacrifice their lives and their hind quarters, falling to their deaths after their great moment.

Antoinette removed the wax and any bees clinging thereto, placing them into a styrofoam cooler. When several hundreds had been gathered, she climbed down the ladder, turned the cooler upside down over the temporary wooden hive, and gave a gentle rap to encourage the holdouts to let go.

Then she listened. If we had the Queen, the bees would gather round the royal personage and "fan" their wings, spreading the Queen's smell and her pheromones widely and announcing to Her Majesty's loyal followers that she had taken up residence in new quarters.

No such luck. In fact, it was the bees high up on the fascia that were fanning furiously. So, the next step was to haul a small vacuum, the round bucketed kind that is used to clean ash from a fire, up the ladder.

Set at minimum suction, Antoinette sucked up dozens and hundreds and thousands of the little critters. Up and down, transfer, listen, up and down.... for hours that evening and more hours the next morning the heroic bee keeper worked to save as many bees as she could.

HER MAJESTY Every time she'd be ready to call it quits, a new clot of bees would appear up high and Antoinette would head upwards again to reclaim as many as she could. Finally, the passionate beekeeper had to acknowledge that she'd rescued as many as possible.Thousands and multiple thousands.

Despite the devastation of their short-lived home, the honeybees stung no one. Nor did they try.These bees were gentle, sweet, totally tame. They were, indeed, "little lovelies."

Then the fascia was covered by layers of masking tape and the unfortunate remnants were left to die of starvation and loneliness. I began to understand Antoinette's fervour to save all she could.

Did we rescue the

Antoinette Walsh dons full protective gear and carries a smoker to clear a hive of Irish honeybees from the eaves of a parish house.

KILGOBINET Queen? We weren't sure, TRENCH DISASTER though one dense cluster MASS was thick with drones.

7th July, Tuesday - The Antoinette removed the captured swarm and gave annual Mass for the victims of the Kilgobinet Trench them a day to settle.

Finally, the next evening, Disaster takes place this evening at she opened the hive. Tuesday Nothing! No one home. 7.30 pm in Kilgobinet Church.

Gone missing.

It's been 94 years since The most likely explanation, Antoinette tells me, is that tragedy in the closing that we succeeded in cap- days of the War of turing the Queen. Given all Independence. The Parish the goings-on, the bees did- has never forgotten. n't take kindly to their temKCK LADIES CLUB porary quarters. So they OUTING "opted to swarm again" and 15th July, Wednesday head out for parts The KCK Ladies Club unknown. Your gable, per- annual outing takes place haps.

Wednesday, July 15th. We They swarm like this will be visiting many areas ONLY if there is a Queen. of Cork. The evening meal Hurrah for Her Majesty! will be held in the She rules still in freedom. Midleton Park hotel. The And we can hope - in bus will leave Quill’s car peace. park at 9.00 a.m. Those Only one more thing. wishing to travel should My toe still itches. give in their names as soon as possible. It’s always an BISHOP TO ATTEND enjoyable day out and all are MASS ON welcome. For more details, MOUNTAIN We need your help! A contact Ann at 086-851meeting will take place this 6227.

DÉISE FESTIVAL Thursday night, the 2nd of PHOTOS July, in Coolnasmear Hall at A story about the Déise 8.30 pm.

This meeting is to organ- Festival is in the works for ise the Mass on the moun- the 40th Anniversary. tain on Cruachán Photos are few and far Mountain set for Sunday between, though. If you have a photo of the Festival, the 16th of August.

This year's Mass will be any part it, and are willing celebrated by Bishop to share it, please contact Alphonsus Cullinan of Tom Corcoran at 087-242Waterford and Lismore 9682 or Scott Simons at 087-906-6825. We'll scan Diocese.

We will need all the help your photo and promptly return it to you. Include we can get!

If you are available to your info.

Scott Simons - greenhillhelp, please attend the sofireland@gmail.com meeting.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Touraneena

The School's intermediate group performing at the Dogs for the Disabled Charity Concert in March.

AS we come to the end of get-togethers led by Martin peted in Fleadh competiour first school year, Alice Mannion; and they put on tions where several proand Helena would like to their first public concert to gressed to the Provincial thank all the parents, teach- entertain parents and (Munster) Fleadh…. and on ers and friends of the friends on St. Patrick’s Day! that note, Alice, Helena and The School’s intermedi- all the Teachers would like Dungarvan School of Trad for their fantastic support ate group performed in the to wish the very best of during this, our inaugural fantastic variety show luck to all our students who organised by the charity, are competing in the year.

When we originally “Dogs for the Disabled” in Munster Fleadh, which opened our door in 25 the Park Hotel, and more takes place in Nenagh, Co. Mary St. last September, we recently, entertained the Tipperary, on July 18th and had no idea that our first public at the Dungarvan 19th.

But if the students were year would be so busy, Soccer Club Funday. In the happy or active. And while meantime, our younger stu- busy, it was reflected in the we adults like to consider dents provided tunes for an activity within the School. ourselves busy, there were appreciative audience dur- Our first year saw considernone so busy, happy or ing a KCK Lourdes able growth in the number active as our young stu- fundraiser coffee morning of teachers, classes and the in Downey’s. Many of our variety of instruments dents!

In addition to their students were active during taught since we first opened weekly lessons and lots of the Winnie Fennell Tradfest our doors. Martin Murray music practice, our students in Cappoquin, and several and Clara Mannion have found the time to enjoy the others took part in the the distinction of being the at Tionól first Teachers to provide school’s Hallowe’en party workshops with plenty of music, games Nioclás Tóibín in An Rinn. classes in the school, but by The recent Waterford the beginning of our secand spooky sausages; they enthusiastically took part in County Fleadh provided ond term, David Power had the St. Mary Street the opportunity for begin- settled in and when our Christmas festivities; they ner and younger students to third term opened after regularly met up to play ses- perform in Mol an Óige, Easter, Colm Murphy had sions in the Lawlors Sunday while many more com- also joined our merry

Dungarvan School of Trad musicians partaking in the St. Mary Street Christmas festivities last December.

troupe! The school now offers classes in 6 instruments - fiddle, banjo, mandolin, concertina, tin whistle and bodhrán!

It is a huge testament to the dedication and professionalism of our Teachers that they successfully juggled international concert tours, Irish performances and festival workshop commitments with their classes in the school during the year. Alice and Helena would like to thank Martin, Clara, David, Colm and Catherine – the school’s assistant Teacher, most sincerely for both their commitment to the School, and also for their unfailing good humour during the year (and I’m sure we tested it on several occasions!)

Finally, a very special thank you to Joanie McGrath Lennon who does sterling work behind the scenes and makes sure our facebook page is always upto-date, lively, interesting and informative. A big thanks also to Martin Mannion for his generosity and support, John Creed for his dedication to the dancing, Richard Hill for his expertise behind the camera, Anne Halpin for her advice and input on many levels and to all the parents who have helped in so many ways with the parties and other events. We could not do it without you!

We look forward to another active and equally busy 2015/2016 and will be in touch again in August with details of next year’s classes.

In the meantime, Alice, Helena and all the Teachers in the Dungarvan School of Music wish you a fantastic Summer. Enjoy the music!

SYMPATHY We extend sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Kathleen Flanagan, Mitchell St., Dungarvan and formerly Boherwilliam, Cappagh.

Kathleen was laid to rest at the Lady of Assumption Church, Modeligo with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.

COMERAGH CROSSING The Dungarvan Hill Walking club will hold their annual Comeragh Crossing, Comeragh Challenge, Nire Valley Walk and Kilbrien walk on this Saturday, 4th July. All 4 walks will take participants to the top of Cruachan.

This is a fund raising event for the West Waterford Hospice and all walkers welcome. Walking boots are mandatory for all walks. If you are not interested in walking but would still like to help out, volun-

teers for check point stewards and marshals are always welcome. Details of the 4 walks are as follows-: Walk 1. The Comeragh Crossing. Clonmel suburbs to Bridgie Terries. Bus leaves at 07.30 hrs.

This walk is 35km and takes 8-10 hrs to complete via Long Hill, Punch Bowl and Knockanaffrin slopes to the Nire Valley, then Coumfea, Seefin,Treenearla Commons, Mauma Rd. and Cruachán, mainly on mountain terrain with 1,250m ascent (approx.).

Walk 2. The Comeragh Challenge. Clonmel suburbs to Bridgie Terries: Bus leaves at 07.00 hrs.

This self-navigated walk is further (45Km), has an ascent of 2,000m (approx.) and is aimed at the very experienced and fit walker with navigation skills. It takes walkers via Lachtnafrankee and Knockanaffrin Ridge to the Nire Valley; then via The

Gap, Carrignagour, Boola Cairn to Coumfea, Seefin, Farbreaga and Cruachán.

Walk 3. The Nire Valley Walk. Nire valley car park to Bridgie Terries.

Bus leaves at 10.00 hrs.

This walk is 22Km’s and has 900m ascent (approx.) and takes 5-6 hours to complete.

Walk 4: The Kilbrien Walk. Kilbrien to Bridgie Terries.

Bus leaves at 13:00hrs This walk is 10km and has 350m ascent (approx.) and takes 3 hours to complete.

For further information please email dungarvanhillwalking@gmail.com.

DEISE DRAW Unfortunately, the club had no winner in the June Deise Draw.

Congratulations to Eddie Power, Brownstown (Erin's Own) on winning the top prize of €10,000. Next draw will be held in Kilgobinet on 31st July.

CoderDojo Dungarvan Annual Awards

Mentor Eoin O'Hara with student Joe Walsh proudly displaying his well-earned wristband.

ON Saturday, 27th June, the young members of CoderDojo Dungarvan received their USB wristbands in recognition of their participation in the club. The awarding system was adopted by the CoderDojo organisation to recognise, award and encourage young coders.

The idea is based on the martial arts belt awarding system, but uses more appropriate wristbands with incorporated USB storage instead. The wristbands are colour-coded, each representing a different achievement.The importance of maintaining the integrity of bands is uppermost and therefore are only awarded when the young coder has met the required criteria and demonstrated the necessary ability to perform a given task. The white

band is the only one awarded for attendance, demonstrating commitment and must be first achieved in order to progress to any of the other colours.

In addition to wristbands, this year we introduced the Spirit of CoderDojo Award. This trophy is presented to the young person who demonstrates what the true meaning of being a member of CoderDojo represents.

Members are encouraged to put the skills they have learned into practice by being creative and to share their knowledge with others.This can be displayed in the Dojo and also in the wider Community by helping newcomers, sharing equipment, becoming mentors themselves, working on their own initiative and enjoying the process. At our

Dojo on 20th June we organised a ballot booth for all members to cast an anonymous vote, including explanation why, for one young coder in the club who demonstrated these qualities. Congratulations to Ozzy Walsh from Bunmahon who received an overwhelming one third of the votes to win the coveted trophy.

We would like to give a huge thank you to Dunnes Stores, Dungarvan who sponsored all the goodies for the after ceremony/end of year party celebrations.

Volunteer clubs such as ours rely on the kindness and support of local businesses and the community. The generosity of Dunnes Stores was very much appreciated on the day by all of our young coders and their families.

Ozzy Walsh winner of the Spirit of CoderDojo Award 2015 with mum Gráinne.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 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 087-8289147.

The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30.

Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish.

If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran.

Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of June is Mary Curran who can be contacted on 086 3337552.

Current events on in the hall and local community: FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Any children in our Community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday &

Friday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm, Saturday training is be 11:00am to 12:00 noon, this is to prepare kids for completion (Sprints, Jumps and throws).

Minimum age limit is 5years old (Child needs to be School going).

BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie AGLISH SUMMER WALKING / RUNNING LEAGUE Aglish Summer Walking / Running League commences on Thursday, 7th

May for six weeks at 7.15.

Can you Walk / Run 2,3, 4 or 5k. All levels of fitness catered for, from beginner, intermediate or advanced.

Children welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. €2 per night or €10 for six nights. Meet at Aglish Community Hall to register and collect your number and away you go.

Six weeks of gentle exercise and who knows you might even enjoy it. Bring a friend and enjoy the chat and the fresh air.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY We are busy planning and organising a Community Centre Fundraising BBQ which will be held on Friday August 7th to raise some money for the Community Centre while having a social evening to meet friends and neighbours. So keep the date in your diary!

The plan for the evening is a non-alcoholic drinks reception, BBQ with a selection of four salads, bread, dessert, tea/coffee for €20. We are delighted that the hall is being used by so many groups offering our community a wide variety of activities. The hall does require maintenance and upkeep, this is our only fundraiser for the year and

we would appreciate your support. Last year’s social evening was a great success and a wonderful opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbours. In the coming weeks we will be looking for ticket sellers to help us reach as many of the community as possible. If you would like to buy tickets please contact Alison Maher on 087-2879429 or Viki Mulhall on 0878196264. Monies raised will go back into the community centre to keep it to the high standard for all the community to enjoy.

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.

LOTTO RESULTS 29th JUNE, 2015 Winning numbers were: 17, 18, 28. No winner. €20 winners: Alex Morrissey, Cluttahina; Ger O’Donovan, Ballygambon; Elaine Looby, Kilgreaney; Mary O’Neill, Cappagh; Liam McCarthy, Canty.

Next week’s jackpot €1,250 and will take place in the Kereen Bar.

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THE BATTLE OF AFFANE ON TOUR On Saturday, 4th July next, at 2.30 p.m., Cappoquin Heritage Group is hosting a guided tour of the Battle of Affane sites.

This event is part of the Dromana 800 celebrations over that weekend. For the princely sum of €10, you will get an illustrated booklet about the battle itself, and be taken on a guided bus tour of the battle area, where the fateful events of February 1565 set in motion the Plantation of Munster.

The tour will follow the routes of the armies, locate

the battle site itself and also take in the Earl’s Stone at Cluttahinna. Here, the last direct descendant of the defeated Earl of Desmond, Sir Adrian Fitzgerald, will unveil a plaque around 3.30 p.m. This plaque, created and donated by Aidan Walsh, has been most kindly erected for us by Paddy Halley and the Council lads, and their time and expertise is much appreciated by all. At the stone, we might even hear a few bars of Kevin Roche singing ‘Affane’s Battle’ too. From the Earl’s Stone, it’s on to Cappoquin, where the ‘tourists’ will hear about the

Cappoquin Elizabeth and Ormond CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE FACILITY An outing took place for the pre-school children to Sallyfort Farm, Stradbally, on Wednesday, 24th June, enjoyed by all and many thanks to parents who travelled and assisted on the day.

A musical took place on Thursday, 25th June, comprising of preschool children. The theme of the

musical was Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Many Thanks to musical director Niamh Coleman and the staff and children who were involved.

Summer Camps for preschool & Junior Primary School children will take place on Monday, 13th July, for five days, 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. and a summer camp will also take place in August.

Fees: €15 per day or €50 for week. Bookings taken now: 058/52746. Forms available in pre-school or office.

Congratulations to staff member, Sandra O'Brien who had a baby boy during the week.

Thanking all parents, children for a successful year in pre-school and enjoy the summer.

Pre-school resumes on Monday, 31st

August.

LOTTO Current Jackpot: €6,600.

Lotto: Monday, 29th June, 2015. Jackpot €6,500. Won by: No winner. Numbers: 1, 3, 4, 14. Consolation prizes: Laois Crotty, Sandra Uniacke, Dee Noonan, Anna Sheehan, Jennifer Hickey and John Hallahan. All proceeds goes towards Community Centre.

Tallow TALLOW COMMUNITY COUNCIL NOTES NAME THE RIVER COMPETITION With this competition we are asking everyone to chose a name for a stretch of water that is currently unnamed. The river in question flows from Knockaun area on the Tallow/Youghal road to

Ballinaha onto Kilwinny and flows into the Bride at Janeville.

All monies raised will be shared with LauraLynn Foundation and Tallow Community Council. The money will be utilised on projects that will enhance improve and benefit the community.

HOW TO ENTER Online or with

Application form Go to www.facebook.com/name yourriver Entry Forms available Enterprise Centre, Fordes Spar, Tallow Vision, Tallow Post Office. Closing date for entries 5 m Friday, 28th August 2015. Entry Fee €5.

LITTER PICK A litter pick will take place on the 22nd July at 7

town’s great Fitzgerald legend, the story of the Cornerstone.

AT THE PARISH HALL After the tour of the battle sites, it’s off to the Parish Hall in Mill Street, where a short concert will take place shortly after 4.00 p.m., featuring songs and poetry about the battle, and a play entitled ‘The Earl’s Trial’ which was very well received when it made its debut at our ‘Affane’s Battle’ concert last February.

The whole tour package is a real snip at just €10, and can be booked in advance through the Dromana 800 website at www.dromana800.com or paid directly on the day, although booking in advance is the best way to ensure that you will get a seat on the bus. For those unable to make the tour, it will also be possible to just see the concert, between 4.00 and 5.00 p.m. at the Parish Hall, for an admission fee of €5 which will help us cover the basic costs of the event. This week’s photo shows the Earl of Ormond (David Mason) ingratiating himself with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth (Davina Mooney) in a scene from ‘The Earl’s Trial’.

pm. Starting point St. Patrick's Hall. Pickers will be provided.

We appeal to people to come and help us to keep Tallow litter free.

SOCIAL DANCE We wish to thank the people who supported our last social dance. The next dance will take place on the 28th August. Music by Philip English.

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach LASHINGS OF MUSIC When the late Willie Clancy was asked what the state of music was when he was growing up, he replied there was “lashings of music” about. For anyone growing up anywhere in Ireland prior to 1950 it was a similar situation.

However, with post World War 2 modernisation, electrification and most of all the dark years of emigration in the 1950s everything changed. The resulting demographic of traditional community entertainment is still plainly seen…... lashings of music among the senior citizens and among the youth but sparse among those in middle years. Last Sunday night on the Rolling Wave (RTE radio 1) the music and life of Willie Clancy was presented, reminding us again

that the Summer School in his name begins this coming weekend in Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare.

REMEMBERING DR. McCANN Over the past few years many members of the late Dr McCann’s family have visited us in Cúil na Sméar.

Once again last week, the years when there was “lashings of music about” were brought to mind when another of his daughters visited. McCann as he was affectionately known was, like many of his musical contemporaries, a legend in his own lifetime.

He was part of the extraordinary group in West Waterford who played a major role in the development of Comhaltas nationally, culminating in the hosting of the All-Ireland Fleadh in 1957 in

Dungarvan.

Kevin McCann moved to Newfoundland in 1971 where he lived out his days never forgetting the times he spent in “lovely Cúíl na Sméar”. So often in those letters he remembered many of the musicians he had met especially in Clare and Waterford. Is it any wonder that the local session scene is still so vibrant with players of that wonderful era still to the fore?

His letters are a veritable roll call of those halcyon days and nights, many now among the heavenly choirs, but some, buíochas le Dia, entertaining us still. We have also received from the McCann family copies of Kevin’s compositions which will be available to students of our music classes in Cúil na Sméar in the coming year.

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise DAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN Beidh Daonscoil na Mumhan ar siúl i gColáiste na Rinne, Rinn Ó gCuanach, ón 16ú go dtí an 21ú Lúnasa 2015.

Tá clár ama lán le leachtaí, ranganna, ceardlanna, ceol agus céilithe curtha le chéile i mbliana agus tá fáilte romhat clárú anois.

Beidh aoichainteoirí den scoth ag caint le linn na Daonscoile ar ábhar éagsúla, Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair – Cathaoirleach Tuismitheoirí na Gaeltachta agus Rónán Ó Domhnaill – An Coimisinéir Teanga ina measc.

Déan teagmháil le Annraoi de Paor ar 087 9711091 nó le Míchéal Ó Drisleáin 087 7938709 le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais. www.daonscoil.com Daonscoil na Mumhan will be taking place in Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn, from the 16th to the 21th of August 2015.

A full program of lectures, classes, workshops, music and a Céilí or two has been put together this year and you are welcome to register now.

A series of wonderful guest speakers has been arranged to give talks on various topics, Sorcha Ní Chéilleachair – Chairperson of Tuismitheoirí na Gaeltachta and Rónán Ó Domhnaill – An Coimisinéir Teanga amongst others.

Contact Annraoi de Paor on 087 9711091 or Míchéal Ó Drisleáin on 087 7938709 for more informa-

Snámh Urraithe

tion. www.daonscoil.com SNÁMH URRAITHE AN RNLI Beidh an 21ú Snámh Urraithe Bliantúil i gCeann Heilbhic ar siúl ag 1i.n. ar an 9ú lá Lúnasa 2015. Beidh BBQ, “Comórtas Rí Heilbhic”, péinteáil aghaidhe, ceol agus siamsaíocht den scoth ar fáil. Lá spraoiúil do teaghlaigh a bheas ann agus tá fáilte roimh cách. Tá an snámh urraithe eagraithe ar mhaithe le Bád Tarrthála an RNLI i gCeann Heilbhic.

Tá daoine á lorg ag an lucht eagrais faoi láthair chun an snámh urraithe a dhéanamh agus is féidir clárú don snámh faoi láthair. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le rnlihelvick@gmail.com i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais.

The 21st Annual Sponsored Swim will take place in Heilbhic at 1.00 p.m. on the 9th of August.

There will also be a BBQ, “The King of Heilbhic” competition, face painting, music and entertainment on the day. A fun day out for the family is to be had and all are welcome. The swim is organised to support the RNLI Lifeboat service.

Swimmers are needed, for further information on preparation and registration, contact rnlihelvick@gmail.com DÚN GARBHÁN 1215 Beidh ceiliúradh 800 bliain a bhunaithe ar siúl ag Dún Garbhán an deireadh seachtaine seo, 3-4 Iúil.

Beidh roinnt imeachtaí Gaeilge/dátheangacha ar

siúl mar chuid den gceiliúradh: - “An Coinigéir Inniú agus Inné.” Satharn, 4 Iúil, 12.45i.n.

Caint Ghairid in Ionad Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh (10-15 nóimint) leis an staraí áitiúil Liam Suipéil.

- Dráma 1215. Satharn, 4 Iúil, 2.30 i.n.

Beidh athachtú déanta ar radharc ó Dhún Garbhán na meánaoise ag Grúpa Drámaíochta KCK i gCaisleán Rí Sheoin.

Mai O'Higgins, Cumadóir agus Amhránaí.

10.30 r.n.

Caint ar shaol Mai O'Higgins le Tom Keith i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán - Na Lochlannaigh i Seandún. 3.45 i.n.

Caint ar na Lochlannaigh i Seandún le Jacinta Kiely i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán.

- Chath Le Pilly – Seirbhísigh Phort Láirge.

4.15 i.n.

Caint le Michael Desmond ar an méid a tharla ar an 20 Deireadh Fómhair 1914 – in Ionad Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh.

Beidh go leor imeachtaí éagsúla ar siúl i rith na féile – Teacht Rí Sheoin agus a Ridirí go Dún Garbhán. Dé hAoine, 3 Iúil, 5.45 i.n.

Beidh an imeacht seo le feiscint ar an gCé (le cabhair ó Chlub Seoltóireachta Dhún Garbhán). Tar éis dóibh teacht i dtír ar an gCé, beidh Rí Sheoin agus a ridirí ag dul chomh fada leis an gCaisleán chun Cairt

Coláiste na Rinne - Daonscoil an Bhaile a bhronnadh ar Chathaoirleach Chomhairle Dhúiche Dhún Garbhán agus an Leasa Mhóir.

Saol Rí Sheoin agus Ceolchoirm. Dé hAoine, 3ú Iúil 8 i.n.

Is féidir leat níos mó eolais ar shaol Rí Sheoin a fháil ag caint de chuid an Ollaimh Seán Duffy ó Choláiste na Tríonóide in Halla an Bhaile ar a 8 i.n. ar an Aoine. Cead isteach €5 ag an doras, le ceolchoirm de cheol mheánaoiseach le Laoise O’Brien le clos chomh maith.

Sráidbhaile Meánaoiseach in aice le Caisleán Rí Sheoin, taispeántais cheardaíochta sa Chaisleán féin, margadh beag bia, drá-

maíocht, damhsa agus siúlóidí treoraithe. Is féidir sult a bhaint as Féasta Meánaoiseach i mBialann Crew’s oíche Shathairn ag a 7.30 i.n. Is féidir ticéidí (ar chostas €35) a cheannach ó Mhúsaem Chontae Phort Láirge ag 058 45960.

Tuilleadh eolais ag #Dungarvan1215.

Tuilleadh eolais: Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge (087) 2484632.

Dungarvan will be celebrating its 800th Birthday this weekend 3/4 July.

Several Irish/Bilingual events have been organised as part of the celebration.

- An Coinigéir Inniú

agus Inné. Saturday, 4th July, 12.45pm. Old Market House Arts Centre - Dráma 1215. Satharn, 4 Iúil, 2.30i.n. King John’s Castle Mai O'Higgins, Cumadóir agus Amhránaí.

10.30r.n.

Dungarvan Library - Na Lochlannaigh i Seandún.

3.45i.n.

Dungarvan Library - Chath Le Pilly – Seirbhísigh Phort Láirge.

4.15i.n. Old Market House Arts Centre.

Many other events are organised for the weekend, a enactment of the landing of King John, a lecture on the Life of King John, a Medieval Village beside King John’s Castle, a trades display in the castle, drama, dancing and guided walks.

For further information, contact Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge with Waterford City and County Council (087) 2484632.

HÚLAÍ Húlaí 4ú – 7ú Lúnasa.

Beidh Campa Samhraidh Ceol Traidisiunta, Amhránaíocht, Dráma, Rince agus Ceárdachas i gcomhair páistí 5-14 bliain d’aois ag tosú i Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn ag 9:45 r.n. ar an 4ú Lúnasa.Tá cúpla áit fágtha ar an gcúrsa más mian leat páirt a glacadh. Déan teagmháil le Mary Rafferty ar 087 2714671 i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais.

Húlaí 4th – 7th August. A Summer Camp of Traditional Music, Singing, Drama, Dance and Crafts for children aged 5–14 will take place in Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn, starting at

9.45am on the 4th of August. There are a few places still available on the course. Contact Mary Rafferty on 087 2714671 for further information.

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 085-1422902.

The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An Sean Phobal branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902.

MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal ar an leathanach 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.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Ardmore HELLO AGAIN! I’m back. Just in case any of you thought that the news in last week’s issue was a bit different, it was because I was away for a few days and did not submit any notes. Anything published under the ‘Ardmore’ banner in last week’s issue was not submitted by me.

That’s that cleared up.

PEDESTRIAN CROSSING As per usual for the summer season out here, there is an increase in the amount of traffic toddling up and down the main street of our village, and with that an increase in the dangers involved when trying to cross the street from one side to the other.

The vast vast majority of those who buy these two Dungarvan papers are residents or at least have enough knowledge of the area to have a bit of common sense when driving by Quinn’s Corner. Some drivers however, are as ignorant and arrogant as a pig’s rear-end…

Sooner rather than later, sadly, there will be an accident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.

ANNUAL ANTIQUES FAIR Please make a note on your Calendar that the Antiques Fair will be held in Halla Deuglán, Ardmore on Sunday 19th July. As usual there will be a large and varied selection of antiques and collectables on sale.The doors will be open between 12 noon and 5:30 p.m. Afternoon tea will be served in the ICA Hall (at the back of Halla Deuglán) where there will be delicious cakes and desserts on offer, with the usual cups of tea or coffee and soft drinks for the children, all for the price of €5. It will be a very enjoyable afternoon, something for everyone, no matter what type of weather.

HALLA DEUGLÁN BAZAAR Mentioned this briefly a while back so just take this a little reminder. I know we are yet to experience the full-on summer season but one of the ‘must go to’ events for many people every July is the Annual Halla Deuglán Bazaar which is traditionally held on the first Sunday of July, which is the case this year as well.

Time to start dropping down items for said Bazaar to the Hall every Saturday morning then! If you get in touch with any of the Hall Committee I’m sure they could arrange any other day as well if Saturday doesn’t suit. My wife is one of

those committee members and her number is 0861985524, give her a buzz if you have anything interesting to donate!

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 at www.summersoccerschools.ie ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS AN SRUTHÁN (THE STREAM) This is a real WOW this year. Chill out and take a nice relaxing stroll along by this stream during the week.

It’s only about 200 metres long but allow yourself an hour to inhale the many beautiful aromas that are emanating from the myriad of herbs, shrubs and plants that adorn both banks.

Learn about the herbs and their uses as you listen to the feathered choir constantly tweeting their joy.

The chances are you’ll meet Mary Hennessy planting or weeding, recycling or readjusting.The whole project is her doing. Okay you’ll often see husband John conscripted along with Bernie Stilwell doing some of the heavy work, but Mary is the boss and it’s some credit to her. Go on down there while everything is in full bloom and pick whichever herbs you want for yourself.

BALLYQUIN PUBLIC TOILETS Thanks to Waterford Council who funded us to give the public toilets in Ardmore a complete makeover and we were also able to get Ballyquin done as well. Ballyquin is complete now and looks brilliant as well.

MY OWN PATCH & THE R673 Our thanks to the Locals who picked the litter from the R673 in response to our appeal last week. Given that these roads were cleaned at Easter is was just amazing that 3 full bags of rubbish (plastic bottles, cans and paper cups ) were collected between The Sluggera and Tom Powers.

The Kiely’s Cross picking is in progress too and hopefully it will be complete before you read this. Again driving past there recently the road looks awful, littered with bottles and cans.

Great to see these little jobs being done by locals. Keep

up the good work.

Michael Lynch did a great job during the week tiding and clipping the sets of steps in the village. The lettering on the signposts and the gates at the old toilets also got a lick of paint.

LITTER PICKERS You will notice the student litter pickers around every day now.

These young men and women do a great job and say a little ‘well done’ to them if you see them. Not an easy job so cheer them up.

SWEEPER This year Waterford Council is sending the mobile sweeper to us once a week for the summer and it’s a big help.

He’ll be doing the approach roads, Tower Hill and the street, where traffic allows and also the car park if possible.

We are hoping he can he can do Rocky Road and Coffey Lane so if at all possible it would be a great help if we could keep Coffey Lane car free for Friday mornings.

THE FOOTPATH Waterford Council have redone a huge stretch of the footpath at The Storm Wall and it looks lovely. They’re finished now for this year just to put in a few seats.

Well done.

THE SEA WEED Well done to Johnsie Manahan of Waterford Council and his team of outdoor staff who cleared the seaweed which had built up at Ardmore Beach following a few days of easterly wind.The sea weed rots and smells and traps all sorts of nasties and we believe this is what caused our poor water results last year. Their swift action recently ensured the water results were excellent again last week.

TOURIST OFFICE VOLUNTEERS Peak season is upon us and we will again endeavour to keep the Tourist Office open 7 days a week if possible – this will be down to how our quest for volunteers goes. If you have a few hours to spare each week then give me a shout on 086-8785222 & we’ll try to arrange something to suit you.

This has been a very enjoyable experience many meeting visitors from so many different nationalities and it has also given invaluable experience to a number of young people who have an interest in working in the hospitality sector or indeed anyone who wants to share the treasures of Ardmore with our visitors.

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Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán last Sunday night and €50 was won by Anthony Morrissey with card number 31, the King of Clubs.

Congratulations Anthony.

The Jackpot next week is €3,000. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win.

This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally.

THIS WEEKEND COMING - Let’s celebrate as a community Dromana 800 – A Celebration of the FitzGerald family 3rd, 4th & 5th July

For Villierstown, Dromana 800 is a weekend of fun.Villierstown Church is the venue for numerous shows and exhibits over the weekend.The village itself is hosting a Georgian Fete on the Sunday and each evening a cruise boat leaves the quay for you to enjoy the river and its surroundings.Villierstown Church Hall – Friday, 3rd July “The Booley House” at 8.15. Saturday, 4th July – Daytime, an in depth presentation by local schoolchildren of “John Villiers’ Linen Industry.” Saturday, 4th July – Evening – Rebecca Storm in concert at 8.15.

A night to remember. Sunday, 5th July – Teac a bloc.

Entertainment for all the family at 7.00. Email – church@dromana800.com VILLIERSTOWN VILLAGE Villierstown is throwing a Georgian Fete to celebrate the foundation of the village in the year 1740. For one day, Sunday, 5th July, the village will be transformed back to its origins with the 1st Earl Grandison John Villiers opening proceedings at noon.

Traditional crafts such as basket making, weaving, thatching, bee keeping, blacksmithing, lace making

& jam making will all be on display in Villierstown.

Games of the time – Hoopla, Skittles and Coconut Shy’s, will be available for all to play. And there will also be a giant chess board for beginners and aficionado’s alike.

An Animal Farm will help keep the kids entertained. While teenagers can try their hand at Archery or Falconry!

A food village will cater for all tastes, which can be washed town with local traditionally brewed Cask ales.

And our Town Crier will keep you informed on the many different activities during the day.

BLACKWATER CRUISES FROM VILLIERSTOWN QUAY View Dromana House from the river each evening, while enjoying a relaxing cruise on the River Blackwater with Tony Gallagher on his boat the “Maeve Óg”. The River Blackwater is one of Europe’s unspoilt major rivers with spectacular scenery and with Tony as your guide the history of the river and the area will come alive.

Leaving Villierstown Quay, each trip will last approximately 1 hour.The “Maeve Óg” seats a maximum of 12 people.

Villierstown Boating Club facilities will be available to all ticket holders. More information on Tony and the Maeve Óg at www.blackwatercruises.com For a complete list of all events and to BUY YOUR T I C K E T S : wwwDromana800.com / 087-4660921 Find us on Facebook.

Local details are available on the Community Notice Board beside the bottle bank at the crossroads.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL In preparation for Tidy Towns judging days we are asking all residents of the village and the outskirts to make sure the areas in and around their own property are neat, tidy and weed free – thereby taking pride in our beautiful olde world village.

FORÓIGE – TABLE QUIZ

Villierstown / Aglish Foróige are holding a TABLE QUIZ on Friday, 17th July, at 7.30 p.m. in An Cruiscín Lán. This is to fundraise to help 4 Foróige members attend an “Albert Schweitzer” Leadership For Life Conference in August.

Please keep in mind all these Foróige members families have sponsored everything that goes on in the village so now it’s time to help us out. We are the future of this village and of our country. Educating us is an investment in everyone’s future. The 15th July is International World Youth Skills Day. €20 – Table of 4.

A great raffle will be held on the night. (Raffle prizes will be gratefully accepted).

Please come along, enjoy an evening out and help us out.

10 CENTS FOR CAMBODIA A Fundraising Initiative headed by Bad Boy Turned Good – Ross B, is asking everyone to help open an orphanage in Kampot, Cambodia. All we ask is that you donate your 1, 2, 5 & 10 cent coins … the ones lying in a jar around your house, on your desk in a dish, at the end of a bag … the small denomination coins, the ones that we all have thrown about the house. Ross has a bucket in the shop ready to collect your coins. The shop on main Street, Villierstown.

Call in anytime and have a chat with Ross about the total necessity of a street outreach facility to help educate these children out of poverty.

Ross B – 085-8894665.

CONGRATULATIONS LADIES St. Oliver’s Ladies Under 12’s Football Team WON the County Finals for the 2nd year in succession. Well done to all our Villierstown Girls. Rachel Horsom, Ailbhe McCann, Emma O’Connor, Annika O’Brien and Alex and Andrea Hally.

Football doesn’t build character, it reveals character.

REELING IN THE YEARS The Community Council will be hosting their annual Reeling in the Years Family Sports Day &

Dog Show on Sunday, 2nd August. The evening will finish with a Slave Auction.

(Slaves still needed).

VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB Some July gardening tips – Deadhead bedding plants and repeat-flowering perennials, to ensure continuous flowering. Give the lawn a quick-acting summer feed, especially if not given a spring feed. Give woodwork a lick of paint or preserver, while the weather is dry.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to our neighbours in Ballinameela “The Little Milk Company” who recently won their second major internationally recognise prize. The first was a gold at the Mondial du Formage in France and the most recent at the BOI taste of enterprise at Taste of Dublin. Way to go guys … (any free samples!)

JULY DAYS TO REMEMBER 1st July- Change of Mind close date for first time CAO applicants.

4th July – American Independence Day. 7th July – International Chocolate Day … it is really.

23rd July – St. Declan’s Well, Toor, Annual Mass at 12.00 noon.

COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village …

Text: 087-3538347.

SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”.

Contact Carol:- 087-6635465.

I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know.

Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. virtue.pc@hotmail.com THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK …

Summertime:- The time of year when parents realise just how grossly underpaid teachers really are!

Lyre Heritage News

By Marie O’Shea GRAND RE-OPENING OF LYRE CENTRE WE are very happy to invite you all to the First Night of the 2015 Season in

the venue you all love!

Thursday, July 2nd, 8. 30 p.m.

The space in front of the cottage looks so much bigger since Dick and Colin

trimmed the weeds and hedges back. The new door has been fitted snugly by Tony and helpers. We have a few surprise guests and hope you will all aid the

music and song performances.

As Billy is wont to say “Just lift the latch and you are welcome in!”

– See you there!

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West Waterford

Mrs Gerardine Shine, Ms Kathy Osborne, Mrs Siobhan Fitzgerald pictured with the sixth class of Clashmore National School at the presentation of end of primary school certificates last Tuesday.

CLASHMORE RAISES IT’S SECOND GREEN FLAG It was a day of mixed emotions here in Clashmore School on Tuesday last as the boys and girls, watched retiring School Principal perform one of her last official tasks, to raise the school’s second green flag. Fr. Maurice O’Gorman, P.P. joined all the members of the school staff, parents and pupils as Mrs. Gerardine Shine raised the Green Flag which was recently awarded to the school for “Energy”. In her speech Mrs. Shine congratulated all the pupils and staff especially Ms. O’Donovan and her team for their help and support in gaining this prestigious award for our school.

Earlier in the day Fr. Maurice O’Gorman celebrated our End of Year School Mass where the boys and girls of 6th Class were presented with their end of Primary School certificates.

We wish them all the best in the next stage of their education.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy birthday to Kay Allen of Moord Kinsalebeg on the occasion

of her 60th birthday which she celebrated with a very special gathering of family and friends last weekend.

Congratulations and best wishes to you Kay from all your family and many friends ACT – FLAG DAY THIS FRIDAY Clashmore branch of Aid Cancer Treatment are having their annual Flag Day in Youghal, on this Friday, the 3rd July. We need more assistance with the collection so if there is anyone out there who may be available for an hour or two on the day we would we would love to hear from you please contact Margaret at 024/96375 or Helen at 024/96323.

ENGAGEMENT O’BRIEN – KELLY Congratulations to Carina Kelly, Piltown Kinsalebeg and Fergal O’Brien, Grange on the occasion of their engagement which they announced last weekend.

Best wishes to you both from all your family and friends CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners at Monday nights, June 29th 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were Tommy

Osborne and John Cliffe on eight games in first place.

Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Podge Cunningham and Edmond og Ledingham were joint second on seven games, each.

Best of the last five were Roger Hynes and Eugene O’Halloran Our Lucky last game winners were Kathleen Osbourne and Carmel Lucas Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Sophie Scoops the Jackpot Well done to local lady Sophie Condon Clashmore Village on winning the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club weekly lotto Jackpot which was €6,100 on Monday night last, June 30th. Sophie’s winning numbers were 2, 7, 10, 23.

We also had five winners of €20 spot prizes – well done to each of the following: J & P, c/o An Siopa Nua; Mary O’Halloran, Rath; Joe Power; Podge and Wa x 2 Once again, thanks to everyone for your support,

our next draw takes on Monday night in The Decies Bar and our new Jackpot will be €1,000.

BOAT RACE ON THE 12th JULY The Clashmore Ramblers annual Boat Race takes place on the 12th July at 12 mid-day here in Clashmore Village.

A great afternoon’s entertainment is promised with lots of fun for all the family so do come along.

PARISH OF AGLISH BALLINAMEELA MOUNT STUART Graveyard Masses July 2015 The annual celebration of Masses in our graveyards in the parish will be as follows Friday, July 3rd in Aglish cemetery at 7.30 pm Friday, July 10th in Ballinameela Cemetery at 7.30 pm Friday, July 17th in Mount Stuart at 7.30 pm ST. DECLAN’S WELL TOOR The annual celebration of Mass at St. Declan’s Well in Toor takes place on Thursday, July 23rd at 12 noon with confessions taking place prior to Mass at 11.30 am and everyone is most welcome

BALLYCURRANE N.S. NEWS - Retired principal of Ballycurrane National School Mrs. Power pictured with the parents and 6th class pupils at the presentation of Certificates to all the children leaving the school this year

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Kilrossanty DEISE DRAW The Club had no winner in the Deise Draw last Friday night hosted by Nire GAA Club. The next draw is on in Kilgobinet on July 31st. Money still outstanding from last draw please submit.

ENVELOPES Parish envelopes will be given out during the week.

If you were missed you can get them in Sacristy.

MARRIAGE Congratulations to Seamus Veale, Lemybrien, and Amy Murphy, Waterford, who were married last Saturday in Cathedral, Waterford, followed by reception in Park Hotel, Dungavan. Many years of wedded bliss to you both for the future together.

ST. PETER CLAVER Thank you to all who contributed to this Mission following the talk given by Sister Lucyna at last weekend’s Masses. The tremendous sum of €895 was collected between both Churches. Sr. Lucyna wishes to convey her thanks to all on behalf of the Sisters

of St. Peter Claver.

COLLECTION Thanks to all who contributed to the collection last weekend for Comeragh Development Group.

I.C.A. The Guild’s day out will take place on Tuesday, 14th July. A visit to Waterford Glass and meal in Tower Hotel afterwards. Names have to be with Molly Casey or Kay Veale by this weekend as numbers have to be given for the bus and also the hotel. Unless your name is with either two we will assume that you are not going. Non members very welcome.The time of going is 2.30.

QUEEN Comeragh Queen Festival will be coming up at the end of the month from Friday, 31st July, to Monday, 2nd August. Events will include bingo in Crotty’s on Friday 31st, sports in GAA field underage blitz, plenty of novelty events, donkey derby, etc., on Saturday. Dance in Crotty’s on Saturday night with some of the competi-

tors from Strictly Comeragh giving an exhibition, spot prizes and door prize. Sunday night crowning of the Comeragh Queen will take place, music by Jason Travers Band, special guest Louise Morrissey. Any girl that would like to take part in the Comeragh Queen please give name to anyone of the committee, as soon as possible.

PETER’S PENCE Second collection at Masses this weekend for Peter’s Pence, there are many projects to be supported in the Diocese with this collection.

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Modeligo PARISH SUMMER CAMP 2015 The Parish of Modeligo will again host a Summer Camp this year at the Community Sportsfield.

The camp will run or 5 days, from Monday, July 13th until Friday, 17th. The Camp will get underway at 10 am each morning and will end at 2 pm. except the final day when it will finish at 1 pm.

Camp is open to all schoolgoers, boys and girls, up to and including 14 years of age.

Activities will be based on the training and development of GAA skills as well as other children's activities and games.

Participants will be supervised and instructed by appointed coaches. The main aim of the Camp is to give local children organised fun activities as well as promoting sport. Fees for those participating will be considerably less that other summer Camps, costing as follows: 1st Child: €30; 2nd Child: €30; 3rd Child: €20 (Maximum cost for family group: €80).

Kids attending the camp each day will need the following: A packed lunch with drinks/juices (no glass bottles); Football boots/runners; gloves

(optional); hurley and hurling helmet.

On a wet day, a change of clothes; A lift to and from the Centre; it is the parents'/guardians responsibility to ensure this.

If you are interested in enrolling your child/children in our much-awaited camp please fill in the application, obtainable from Micheal Power at 087 2892116, as well as any further details regarding the Camp.

CONGRATULATIONS A pleasant surprise for Liam Dalton on Saturday night last when he arrived at the Welcome Inn: friends, family and neighbours were gathered to celebrate the popular Glen man's 40th birthday.

Meanwhile, at Deckies a large group of relations, work-colleagues and friends were present to celebrate the 50th birthday of wellknown bus driver John O'Shea, a wonderful night at Deckies was had by all!

We also extend our congratulations to Mary Kiely, Lyrattin, on the occasion of her marriage to Darryl Kearns, Villierstown, which event took place recently at Modeligo. Many happy years of wedded bliss are extended to the newlyweds.

LOCAL GAA Mixed fortunes for our GAA teams over the weekend. On Friday evening, the Junior footballers had a 2 points win over Tallow, very hard earned and only secured late on against the dogged and resilient Bridesiders. Making his debut "between the sticks" was Frankie Condon, of course a past pupil of Modeligo NS and surely a great addition to the Junior football panel. Meanwhile on Sunday the Junior Hurlers were at the receiving of a heavy defeat from Glen Rovers from Melleray, who were far more efficient on the day at turning their chances into scores. It's great to see this team fielding, Rome was'nt built in a day.

CRANNCHUR AITIUL The numbers pulled from the draw drum on Saturday night last were 12, 13 and 28, and as we had no "match 3" tickets on the table at the Community Centre. Next weekend's jackpot will be €800.

Bhuaigh an ceathrar seo leanas €25 an duine sa mhala séanmhar: Owen O'Neill, Modeligo; Carmel O'Neill, do., Gretta Plante, Youghal and Jim Egan, Dungarvan.

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St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas, School Awards 2015 Certs of Excellence – Back: Kieran Foley (guest speaker and Journalist, Munster Express), Ms. E. Leddy (CEO. WWETB), Ross Flaherty (High Achiever in Maths and Science in Junior Cert.), Josh Moore (Captain U-19 Soccer Team), Callum Lyons (Captain of Senior Hurling Team), Gearoid Murphy (Bord Gais Student Theatre Award), Colm Millea (National Enterprise Award), Mr. Liam Walsh (on behalf of Darryl Walsh (member of Irish U-15 Soccer squad), Mr. O. Coffey (Chairperson of BOM), Mr. E. Power (Principal). Front: Adam O'Brien (National Enterprise Award), Craig Dunphy (National Enterprise Award), Kate Lenihan (Equestrian), Sadhbh Bolger (Equestrian), Pippi Griffin Bord Gais Student Theatre Award), Anna Johnson (Bord Gais Student Theatre Award), Orla Flynn (Intermediate All-Ireland Camogie).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

First Communion Class from Our Lady of Mercy National School, Stradbally.

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SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

CAPPOQUIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

End of Year Round-up SCHOOL SPORTS DAY From early morning on Wednesday, 17th June, the school was a hive of activity; Ms. Feeney and Mr. Casey were busy setting up a variety of stations on the school pitch. The stations were adorned with weird and wonderful items ranging from potatoes to clothes pegs and all of these items had a specific purpose.

The reason for such equipment? Yes, you’ve guessed! It was Sports Day at Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin. Each class got the chance to participate in a myriad of stations ranging from wellie throwing and obstacle courses to ‘clothes pegs on the line’ races and volleyball.

The children also took part in three activities facilitated by the local soccer coaches.

Working through all of the stations took up the whole school day. The aim of Sports Day was participation by all and this was indeed achieved.

The resounding verdict on the day was that “it was the best day ever.” Well done to our two aforementioned organisers!

ICE- CREAM FUN DAY And the fun did not end there! During the afternoon of Sports Day, each class lined up to receive an icecream wafer.

The children’s €1 donations will go to support Down Syndrome Ireland.

What a delicious way to quench thirst and to end what had been deemed a wonderful day!

LIBRARY VISITS Regular visits to the local library in Cappoquin, have become an integral part of school life in many classes at

Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin.

This experience has helped to deepen the children’s interest in reading. Heartfelt thanks to Bernie, Librarian at Cappoquin Library for encouraging our students to visit the library and for providing requested reading material.

SCHOOL GARDEN The three sections of the school garden are looking good! Two of the beds are full of healthy vegetables; carrots and heads of lettuce and cabbage are in abundance. The flower bed is awash with colour and is being carefully looked after by our Junior Infant pupils.

Everything is thriving, thanks in no small part, to our caretaker Mary Flynn SPORT It has been a very busy month for sport in our school. We would like to thank James Lacey and

Donal O'Rourke for their very enjoyable hurling coaching sessions with all classes. All classes have had the benefit of soccer coaching sessions organised by Michael Looby and the coaches from Cappoquin Soccer Club led by Ciarán O'Mahony. We thank them for their contribution. The lunch time leagues have concluded in football and we would like to thank Billy Tobin and Magoo for their contribution during the year to the promotion of GAA in our school.

FAREWELL TO 6th CLASS A 6th Class Graduation Mass was held in the school on Thursday, June 25th at 1.15 p.m. We would like to wish 6th Class all the best as they move forward to secondary school and thank them for their contribution to school life over the past

Pupils from Junior Infants to 6th class who have received certificates for full attendance in Cappoquin Primary School this school year. Well done to you all.

Captains of the Lunch Time Leagues which were run in the school recently with league organisers and class teachers Ms. Breda Feeney and Mr. James Casey.

eight years. We also thank them for their hard work and leadership during the final year in Primary School and wish them all the very best as they move onto 2nd level education in Blackwater Community School. We bid farewell to: Aaron Power, Adam Burke, Alicja Lewandowska, Amelia Szamrowicz, Amy O’Mahony, Ben Casey, Brian Massey, D.J. Reddy, Grace Sweeney, Hannah O’Connell-Barkley, Isobel Cunnngham, Jack Costin, Jamal Nasser Harib, Jane Foley, Jessica Power, Kasey Dwyer, Katie Cliffe, Mia Fraher, Neil Collender, Rachel Casey, Robyn Uniacke and Sam Uniacke.

6th Class enjoyed a wonderful day of activites at Melleray Activity Centre last Monday week. The activities included Wall Climbing, Paint Balling,

survival skills and Team Games.

GREEN SCHOOL – PARK & STRIDE On Wednesday, 17th June a whole school Park & Stride was held. Teachers, pupils and parents assembled in the Community Centre. The pupils were given hi-vis vests and organised into their class groups. Ms Kiely and Junior Infants led the way as we all walked to school together. It was a wonderful success with a total of 153 pupils participating. It was a great way to begin our sports day. We will continue our hard work in promoting green ways of travelling to school in the next school year in order to achieve our 4th Green Flag for transport/travel.

OPEN INFANT EVENING On Wednesday, June 10th

Participating in the School Sports.

Participating in the School Sports.

an Open Evening was held in our school for new entrants and their parents.

Both pupils and parents enjoyed the opportunity of seeing the Junior Infant Classroom and school facilities and also meeting with staff members.

We look forward to welcoming our new Junior Infants in the new school year.

FAREWELL We bid farewell to Mrs. Cathy Breen, shared Resource teacher in our school and wish her well for the future. Also, good luck to Ms. Emma O’Connor who was part of the staff for the final term.

WEDDING BELLS We extend our good wishes to Ms. Caroline Power, who is getting married during the Summer break. Congratulations and best wishes to you.

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Rapturous applause and popular acclaim at Michael English Concert in Ardmore

Cappoquin Primary School 6th Class in Melleray Activity Centre.

ARDMORE was host to a wonderful uplifting concert last Thursday night in St. Declan's Church when Country Star Michael English performed to a full house who were entertained and enthralled throughout.

Michael's renditions of Our Lady of Knock, The Old Rugged Cross and How Great Thou Art were just three of a wonderful set list of songs enjoyed by the audience, three standing ovations told its own story of the wonderful performance of this great artist.

People travelled from all over Ireland on the night as Michael mentioned many of his followers from Mayo, Galway, Carlow and Roscommon. Two guest appearances on stage by Fr. Milo Guiry and Country Star Paddy O’Brien added a different aspect to the concert which the audience revelled in.

Proceeds from the Concert went to Ardmore National School who wish

Michael English

to sincerely thank everyone for their support and help in organising the concert, in particular Quinn's Foodstore and the Brigid Shelly Gallery for accommodating ticket sales and to our local radio stations and newspapers who gave us great coverage and to everyone who contributed to it in any small way.

Organiser of the concert, John Supple, said "It was a special night in St. Declan's Church, Ardmore, one of those in attendance will talk

about for sometime to come.

On behalf of Ardmore National School we are very grateful to everyone who supported us, like every school, fundraising is important and I have been involved through the Parents Association in the past and on the Board of Management for many years now so we realise fully the costs associated with the everyday running of the school."

WIT calls on students to consider Tech careers ahead of CAO deadline

Cappoquin Primary School 6th Class in Melleray Activity Centre.

Participating in the Cappoquin Primary School Sports.

IN advance of the CAO change of mind deadline on 1st July, Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) encourages students in the south east to consider a career in technology.

There are currently 6,000 job vacancies in the technology sector alone, presenting numerous opportunities for students who pursue an ICT course in higher education.

Vacancies in the technology sector have increased by 89% since the start of 2011, while earnings in the sector have also risen by 15% over the same period. With almost two thousand additional graduates with ICT skills required per year from 2018, there is massive potential for students who choose an ICT course.

WIT has 250 places on seven cutting edge computing and technology undergraduate courses commencing this September, including the only Internet of Things honours degree available on the CAO. Over 100 free Springboard and ICT course places are also on offer via Springboard+, with part-time and full-time conversion options.

See www.wit.ie/springboard to view courses and apply. 87% of Springboard+ ICT conversion graduates nationally secured employment in the industry over the past 18 months.This figure rises to 95% for WIT with graduates securing employment with companies such as Dataworks, SAP, TSSG, Sunlife, GBR, Emagine and Feedhenry.

Commenting ahead of the CAO deadline, Dr Padraig Kirwan, Head of Computing & Mathematics said that “Ireland is host to major international companies in the social media, video games and

software industries as well as a growing indigenous base of Irish tech companies. All of these companies require a steady stream of graduates to fill the jobs being created on a weekly basis. They need graduates with a range of ICT skills, in particular analytical thinking and programming. People with ICT skills can look forward to rewarding careers, working in cutting edge fields.”

The institute offers a range of supports for incoming students on ICT courses, including excellent teaching and learning along with supported work placements and tailored job readiness & career development skills modules.

WIT graduates secure high quality jobs in companies in the region that include Dataworks, Donedeal, Errigal Operations Software, MIT Education Solutions, Rigney Dolphin, StitcherAds, Store-All, Sunlife Ireland, SAP and TSSG to name a few.

A dedicated resource www.SmartFutures.ie is also available to support people in the career decision-making process. The site features real life career stories and video interviews with people working in a range of diverse industries including space technology and cybersecurity.

WIT offers a broad range of courses on the CAO, 70 in total, and to help students make the right choice for them, on Monday, 29th June, Tuesday, 30th June and Wednesday, 1st July, the institute is hosting CAO drop in clinics from 11 am to 3.00 p.m. daily on the main campus. If you can’t make it in person, you can log on to the CAO live Q&A sessions daily from 3-5 p.m.Visit www.wit.ie

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GARRANBANE NS SPORTS DAY

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Winners of the basketball final at Garranbane N.S Sports Day. Fun for all at Garranbane N.S Sports Day.

Prizewinners with their posters for Bike Week.

Fun for all at Garranbane N.S Sports Day.

4th class girls enjoying sports day.

Winners of the Art Competition for Bike Week.

Summer is here.

Fun for all at Garranbane N.S Sports Day.

Fun for all at Garranbane N.S Sports Day.

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Busy time at Le Cheile Childcare LE Cheile Childcare facility has had a very busy few weeks with tours to Clonea and Fenor Farm, trips to Butlers for ice cream, end of year celebrations for Pre-schoolers and another wonderful Bike Day! We also had a visit from local Gardai Clare and Brendan that talked to our children about the importance of road and

water safety.

The staff at Le Cheile would like to wish our pre-schoolers all the very best heading into Primary school in September.

We are also grateful to our parents and families for their help and cooperation over the past year. Enjoy the summer!

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Visit from local Gardai Clare and Brendan.

Trip to Butlers for ice cream.

Le Cheile Pre-School.

Another wonderful Bike Day.

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CARRIGLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Pupils from Carriglea NS who had full attendance this school year.

Senior infants Carriglea NS with their Reading Buddies proudly display their reading awards.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying a Green Day Picnic to celebrate their 4th Green Flag.

Pupils from Carriglea NS who received Behaviour Awards for showing outstanding behaviour in school towards others.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their School Tour to a Parsons Green.

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GLENBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL

Niamh Briggs in Glenbeg

6th Class Pancakes

Glenbeg welcomes Niamh Briggs

PAWS Water Safety Certs.

Chinese New Year

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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.

The real price of alcohol in Ireland Dear Editor, The Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children, chaired by Jerry Buttimer TD, has finished its work on the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015. They have recommended the introduction of a series of amendments to the Bill that can reduce the number of men, women and children in Ireland who die or are harmed by alcohol use.

These include setting a minimum unit price for alcohol, the inclusion of labels with health warnings, restrictions around the advertising of alcohol to children and young people and the separation of its sale from everyday groceries. There is evidence to show that all of these measures can help to significantly change our relationship with alcohol, save lives and free up our overwhelmed hospitals in a significant way.

You will hear much about the ‘nanny state’ and how a few people who drink irresponsibly are ruining it for everyone else.The facts tell a different story.

Alcohol consumption is on the rise again. Research shows that about 80 per cent of Irish adults consume alcohol and more than half of those are classified as harmful high risk drinkers. Almost 10 per cent of those who consume alcohol are dependent - and this rises to 15 per cent among 18-24 year olds.

Doctors are increasingly caring for more than 200,000 chronic dependant drinkers with organ damage, cancers, cirrhosis and liver failure, heart failure and problems related to the brain and nervous system and physical and mental health problems Some 1,500 hospitals beds are occupied every night as a result of alcohol use. Alcohol is also a factor in half of all suicides in Ireland.

Every day, 3 people in Ireland die as a result of alcohol use - more than are killed on the roads.

Alcohol has been classified as carcinogenic and linked to 7 types of cancer. The European Cancer Code says there is no ‘safe’ level. The more you drink, the higher your risk of cancer.

The way we drink alcohol in Ireland costs the state €3.7 billion annually in providing healthcare, policing and other services.We know that alcohol harm not only affects the individual drinker, but also affects others around them, including family members, friends, coworkers and the wider community.

The lack of a progressive alcohol policy to date had resulted in children’s lives being blighted by alcohol misuse within their families contributing to parental addiction, financial difficulties, family breakdown, neglect and abuse.

Tackling alcohol pricing is one of the most effective ways of reducing alcohol-related harm.

Setting a minimum unit price for alcohol will effectively target high risk drinkers who consume the cheapest and strongest alcohol products, while having little or no effect on low-risk drinkers.The Bill can also help to reverse the worrying rise in the binge drinking culture in Ireland, which is a huge concern for the future health of our teenagers and young adults.

Alcohol Health Alliance Ireland – the first public health advocacy coalition formed on alcohol, believes the real cost of alcohol in Irish society must urgently be addressed. Let’s grasp the opportunity to do something about this now by supporting the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill.

Prof. Frank Murray, President Royal College of Physician of Ireland and Chair of Alcohol Health Alliance Ireland, Suzanne Costello, CEO Alcohol Action Ireland, Kathleen O’Meara, Head of Advocacy and Communications, Irish Cancer Society, Cliona Loughnane, Policy and Research Manager, Irish Heart Foundation, Mary Cunningham, Director, National Youth Council of Ireland, Dr. Ray Walley, President, Irish Medical Organisation, Dr. John Hillery, Director of Communications and Education, College of Psychiatrists of Ireland, Drugs.ie Kieran Doherty, CEO Alcohol Forum Dr Cate Hartigan, Head of Health Promotion and Improvement, HSE Laura Harmon, President of the Union of Student in Ireland, Greg O’Donoghue, Vice President for Welfare, Union of Student in Ireland Catherine Brogan, Executive Director, Samaritans Ireland Tanya Ward, Chief Executive, Children’s Rights Alliance, Etain Kett, Public Affairs & Communications Manager, Dental Health Foundation, Prof. Joe Barry, Trinity College Dublin, Dr. Hugh Gallagher, GP Coordinator HSE Addiction Service

LETTER / OBITUARY / NEWS Senator John Crown, Senator Jillian VanTurnhout, Senator MaryAnn O’Brien, Senator Lorraine Higgins, Chair of the All Party Oireachtas Group on Alcohol Harm, Emma Champion, Registered Nurse, Dublin Simon Community, Dr.Orla Crosbie, Consultant Hepatologist, Cork University Hospital, Dr. Suzanne Cotter, Specialist in Public Health Medicine, Dr. Siobhan Jennings, Consultant, Public Health Medicine, Prof. Elizabeth Keane, Dean, RCPI Faculty of Public Health, Dr. Declan Whelan, Dean, RCPI Institute of Occupational Health Rolande Anderson, Addiction Counsellor, Dr. Bobby Smyth, Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Dr. Stephen Stewart, Centre for Liver Disease, Mater Hospital, Prof. Aiden McCormick, Consultant Hepatologist, St Vincent’s Hospital.

Edith Geraghty, National Communications Officer, No Name Club.

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AMBROSE (Amby) O’CONNELL St. Patrick’s Terrace, Abbeyside With profound sorrow we record the passing of Amby O’Connell which sad event occurred on Friday, 26th June, 2015.

Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday morning to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

To his wife Eileen and family we extend our deepest sympathy.

Full obituary next issue.

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

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Just think of it! Dungarvan

IT is easy to imagine the scene. The small boat on the Lake of Galilee, the oarsmen, Jesus’ Disciples, working hard at the rowing and making poor progress. The lake is subject to sudden storms, with a strong wind coming down from the Jordan Valley in the North, and the water, normally placid, becomes very rough and dangerous. People who live near Lough Derg, on our River Shannon, would be familiar with such a sudden change. Jesus is asleep in the stern of the boat. No doubt he had spent hours talking to people, listening to them, perhaps even defending himself from the critics who seemed to dog his every footstep, hoping to trap him into saying something that they could use as a pretext to denounce him to the official religious leaders.

His Disciples are frightened and, as so often happens when we are frightened, they begin to get angry with Jesus because he seems to be doing nothing to help them. “Master, do you not care? We are going down!” And Jesus woke up, and very dramatically spoke to the wind and the waves. “Quiet now! Be calm!” It isn’t too farfetched to say that Jesus may also have been saying these words in the direction of his companions. His message could well have been “Calm down, lads! We’re not dead yet!” And, in the silence that followed the sudden calming of the storm they hear Jesus asking “Why is it you have no faith?”

It takes a deliberate act of trust in God not to feel at times, wouldn’t it be great if God would do something really spectacular, just to let the smart alecks know that God is still around. Lord, what about a spectacular earthquake, no one killed, of course, but scaring the daylights out of the doubters? Or maybe you could turn one of our mountains into an erupting volcano, with deep rumbling noises and showers of fiery lava. And in the midset of it all a mysterious voice, “So you thought I had disappeared! Poor you!”

Instead of my daft imaginings, Jesus says “How is it you have no faith?” Lord, teach me to trust you in small things as well as in big. You promised to be with us to the end of time, and I know you don’t break your promises. Give me the grace to believe that you really love me, and that if I am faithful to you, you will stand by me, and that, whatever happens, your strength will support my weakness.

Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

14th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Ezekiel 2:2-5 The sons are definite and obstinate and they shall know that there is a prophet among them.

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 I shall be very happy to make my weakness my special boast so that the power of Christ may stay over me.

Mark 6:1-6 A prophet is despised only in his own country.

St. Declan’s Holy Well Mass at St. Declan’s Holy Well in Toor, Aglish, on Thursday, 23rd July, 2015, at 12.00 noon. Confessions from 11.30 a.m.

St. Declan is considered to be one of the pre-Patrician saints.

He was of noble blood. Colman, a local priest, baptised him. Later he went to Europe to continue his studies where he was ordained priest and possibly Bishop. He settled in Ardmore and evangelised the Decies County.

Details of the work to be done on stained glass windows are posted in the side porch of the church. Donations towards the cost of the conservation work can be made in the church or at the Parish Office.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament here in St. Mary’s every Tuesday, Wednesday and

Thursday from 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.You are encouraged to drop in at any time during those days for a few moments of silent prayer.

St. Mary’s Parish and Friary Pilgrimage to Lourdes August 26th to August 31st, 2015. Please note dates have been changed, please see Church porch for further details.

Spirituality Seminars an Introductory Afternoon in Mount Melleray Abbey on Saturday, 4th July, from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Places are available by advanced booking only. Please send your name and contact details by email to newleaftraces@gmail.com or text message to 0862027048. Closing date 2nd July.

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: 086 233 4282.

St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087 774 7870.

Kilrossanty N.S. raises its 6th Green Flag – Councillor Liam Brazil and Anne Sullivan, Environmental Awareness Officer, Waterford County Council, raise the school's 6th Green Flag along with the Green Schools Committee and pupils of the School.

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HELENA M. ‘Lena’ FRAHER Leominster, Clinton Helena M. ‘Lena’ Fraher (80) passed away peacefully on Friday, 12th June, 2015, surrounded by her family at the Life Care Centre of Leominster, Clinton. She is survived by her siblings Sister Eugene Fraher; Alice Cotter, wife of the late Danny Cotter; Jackie Fraher and wife Peig; Paddy Fraher and wife Nora; Liam Fraher and wife Chris (all of Ireland); Margo Gannon-Hughes and husband John of Clinton; and sister-in-law Nellie Fraher of Ireland. She leaves her nieces and nephews in Ireland Willie, Donal, Billy, Pat, Noel, Seamus and Paul Fraher; Jimmy Cotter; Marita Moore; Rita Flynn and Elaine Power; her nieces and nephews in Clinton, John and Joe Cote; Cathy McCarter; John Gannon; Rita Kittredge; Marie Sargent; Mary Iacobucci and Chrissy Poynton; numerous great nieces and nephews, cousins and many dear friends. She is predeceased by her siblings Dan Fraher and Mary Cote; brothers-in-law Leo Cote and John Gannon; her great nephew Preston Cote and great niece Shavon McCarter.

Lena was born in Scart, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford, to the late William and Rita (Kett) Fraher. She graduated from Kilbrien National School and was employed as a manager with O’Flynn’s Bar & Grocery in Ireland before emigrating to the United States in 1964. For the next forty years she assisted the Clergy of St. Bernard’s Parish in Worcester as Head Chef and Housekeeper of their Rectory. She was a woman of great faith, a devout member of the former Our Lady of the Rosary Parish and current member of St. John The Guardian of Our Lady Parish in Clinton. Lena enjoyed cooking, baking and spoiling her nieces and nephews. She looked forward to annual Summers in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, and cherished time spent in the company of her family. Lena will be forever missed and lovingly remembered as a devoted sister, aunt and friend.

Funeral Mass was held on Wednesday, 17th June, at St. John Evangelist Church, followed by burial afterwards in St. John’s Cemetery, Lancaster, Clinton.

A Memorial Mass took place in her native Kilbrien Church on Monday, 15th June, with thanks to Fr. Ml. Kennedy, celebrant.

Readings were recited by her nephew Seamus Fraher and niece Marita Moore. A special thanks to the big crowd, family and friends who attended, sent cards and left messages.

LIAM McLAUGHLIN Coolaneen, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford It is with great regret, and yet very fond memories, that we remember the life of Liam McLaughlin, Coolaneen, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. Loving husband to Rachel (nee Walsh), and devoted father to Grace, Tadhg and Rory. Liam passed away suddenly at his home on 3rd June, 2015. Liam was born on 22nd November, 1981, to Bill and Mary (nee O’Dwyer) McLaughlin, and grew up in their home in Green Street, Cappoquin.

From a young age Liam’s love of sport and outdoor life was apparent, and he was a member of the 16th Waterford, Cappoquin Cubs and Scouts for many years. He played soccer with Railway Athletic FC, and hurling and football with Cappoquin Affane GAA Club, achieving both League and County titles with the clubs respectively.

Liam was also very much involved with fishing and shooting, and had been a member of the Cappoquin Snooker Club.

However, much of Liam’s teens and early twenties were spent on the river, as a dedicated member of Cappoquin Rowing Club, he brought home medals from Regattas countrywide, and competed a number of times in the Irish Championships, only narrowly missing out on a gold medal. He also dedicated much of his time to coaching and training with newer members of the club, and it was here he met his wife Rachel, and they were married in 2008.The arrival of Liam’s children, Grace,Tadhg and Rory saw him become a very doting Dad, whose every thought was for his family.

Liam started his trade as a cabinet maker in his teens and continued on to become a skilled carpenter working in the Cappoquin, Clashmore and Ardmore areas for many years. In 2013, Liam began work in the GlaxoSmithKline Factory in Dungarvan.

Anyone who knew Liam would agree that he was a pure gentleman, strong, kind and generous, and always with a smile on his face.

He will be sadly missed by everyone, especially his family; his wife Rachel; daughter Grace; sons Tadhg and Rory; his father Bill; his brothers Seamus, Roger and Frank; his sister Susan; sister-in-laws Kerry, Annette and Jodi; father-in-law Joe Walsh and mother-in-law Anne; his nephews Luke and Liam, and nieces Kiera, Heather, Robyn and Bonnie, and his grandmother Maudie; as well as all his aunts, uncles and cousins, in-laws, family, friends and workmates.

Month’s Mind Mass for Liam will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday, 4th July, 2015.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

OBITUARY JOHN KENNEALLY Farnane, Cappagh, and Newbury, England John Kenneally peacefully passed to his eternal rest on the 10th January, 2015, at the age of 80 years, in St. Ives, Cambridgeshihre. John was born on the 7th August, 1934, at ‘The Droichedeens’ in Farnane and was the youngest of four children, to the late Tom Kenneally and Hanora Walsh (Churchquarter). He is predeceased by his sister Mary and his brother Tommy.

He attended Modeligo National School and later the Vocational School in Cappoquin. John had a keen interest in horses and always wanted to be a jump jockey. With his future mapped out he headed to Camas Park in Cashel to spend his early years with Tommy Hyde Snr. and later with Dr. Vincent O’Brien in Ballydoyle. In 1952 John moved to England where he joined Purple Silk’s trainer George Vergette. John came within 50 yards of winning the 1964 Grand National on Purple Silk only to be denied in the final strides by a horse called Team Spirit. John had a very successful racing career and went on to ride in four other Grand Nationals before he retired. He remained in racing as a jump and flat trainer until deciding on a change of direction and became a taxi driver in the Newbury area in later years.

Requiem Mass will take place on Sunday, 5th July, at 10.00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Modeligo, where his ashes will be laid to rest in the family plot immediately afterwards.

John is survived by his three children Claire, Sean and Conor; his five grandchildren; his sister Ann; daughters-in-law, son-in-law, sisterin-law, nieces and nephews.

May he rest in peace.

PADDY O'SHEA The Square, Cappoquin Patrick (Paddy) O’Shea passed to his eternal reward on the 31st May at Waterford University Hospital. A native of Affane, Paddy was born on 7th January, 1926, and was reared in a loving family, eldest son of the late Patrick and Margaret O’Shea. Paddy is predeceased by his loving wife Kathleen (nee Meskill), brothers Frank and Michael and sisters Margaret (Peggy), Biddy and Maureen and is survived by his loving brother Eddie.

In his childhood, Paddy’s parents were proprietors of a local shop operated from a cottage adjacent to Affane Church. He attended the local school just across the road and would have travelled many a mile with his father after school to make deliveries to the families of the Parish. After receiving his education, Paddy met the love of his life Kathleen Meskill and soon after married in Mount Melleray Abbey in 1955.

Paddy and Kathleen, like many other people at the time, emigrated to England and they set up home there for many years. They both returned to take over the responsibility of running a grocery store at The Square, Cappoquin, from Dinny Meskill. Both Paddy and Kathleen ran a successful business there until their retirement.

Paddy had many interests, he was a loyal member of Fianna Fail and a life-time member of Affane/Cappoquin GAA Club, and he held many a position and was Chairman of Affane Hurling Club before both clubs amalgamated. He would have been seen on many an occasion collecting at the gates of the local GAA grounds. He was also a member of his beloved Coursing Club and would have been Treasurer for many a year. Still you would hear stories of Paddy making sure that every penny was accounted for. Paddy would have been seen walking his greyhounds out on the local roads and would have them in top shape for races in local greyhound tracks.

On Tuesday, 2nd June, Paddy reposed at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, where Rosary was said in the presence of his loving family and friends. Requiem Mass was on Wednesday, 3rd June, at St. John The Baptist Church, Affane, at 11.00 a.m. and officiated by Father Kiely, P.P. Lessons were read by Eamonn O’Shea and Stella Grant.

Prayers of the Faithful were read by Dawn O’Shea, Celine O’Shea, Caroline Coleman and Maurice Troy. Offertory Procession was carried out by his brother Eddie and sister-in-law Margaret Troy.

Following Requiem Mass Paddy was received at The Island Crematorium, Cork, at 3.00 p.m. Paddy was laid to rest with his wife Kathleen on Saturday, 13th June, at Our Lady of the Assumption, Modeligo, alongside his father Patrick and mother Margaret.

Chief mourners were Eddie O’Shea (brother); Mary O’Shea and Margaret O’Shea (sisters-in-law); nephews, nieces, extended family and Meskill family.

Months Mind Mass will be held at Affane Church on Saturday, 25th July, at 8.15 p.m.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

55 EILEEN O’CALLAGHAN (nee Farrell) Main Street, Ballyduff Upper With feelings of great sadness and regret we record the passing of Eileen O’Callaghan (nee Farrell), Main Street, Ballyduff Upper, Co.Waterford, loving wife of the late Dan, which sad and unexpected event occurred on 3rd June, 2015.

Eileen O’Callaghan was born and bred in Ballyduff Upper. Like many others, she lived her younger years, during a period of great austerity, between the World Wars. She was one of five siblings, namely sisters Mary, Anna and Kitty and brother Garreth. Eileen, being the youngest, remained in the homestead where she unselfishly looked after her sister Kitty, who unfortunately suffered from a debilitating physical and mental condition and needed a full-time carer.

At 28 years of age in 1953, Eileen met and married her husband Daniel. They had one son Michael, born in 1954. Together they ran the small holding, whilst Daniel also worked as the local tradesman throughout the Ballyduff and surrounding area. They led a happy life until Daniel’s untimely death in 1969. Eileen stayed in the homestead until the death of her sister Kitty in 1997. She then moved down to the village where she remained until her passing on 3rd June, 2015.

At a young age, Eileen developed a great passion for the game of 45, which she maintained throughout her life. She travelled far and wide pursuing her passion and created a wide range of like-minded friends. She was a regular at the Ballyduff 45 Drive every Wednesday night where she often won a few bob. She also played cards with her special friends Lena and Mary nearly every night in her house.

Bingo was her other passion. She rarely missed a Sunday night at Tallow Bingo Hall. She was part of that bingo family and will be greatly missed.

Finally, she was a devout and devoted Catholic. She would have to be very sick or incapacitated to miss the Sunday Mass. She loved the Church.

Eileen will be greatly missed by her loving son Michael, her extended family and especially her friends, who were so good to her over the years.

May she rest in peace.

Lying in repose at Walsh’s Funeral Home,Tallow, on Friday evening Rosary was recited by Lena Martin in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends.

Followed by removal to St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. On Saturday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing Eileen’s life were presented to the Altar by her grandchildren Donal – prayer book and Rosary beads; Claire - a deck of cards; and Katie – Eileen’s bingo book.

Readings during the Mass were recited by Helen Feeney and Katie.

Prayers of the Faithful were read by neighbour Ellen Daly, friend Mary Fennessy and grand-niece Carmel Mackintosh.

Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Lena Martin and grand-daughter-in-law Nora O’Callaghan. Guitarist Ann-Marie O’Keeffe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass.

Following Communion grand-daughter Katie delivered a fitting eulogy paying a lovely tribute to her grandmother.

Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Eileen was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends.

We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son Michael; daughter-in-law Madeline; grandchildren Donal and Nora, Claire, Katie and Jamie, Sarah and Robin; great-grandchildren Lesley, Shane, Sinead, Eoin, Theo, Thomas and Laura; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 12th July, 2015, in St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff, at 11.00 a.m.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

KATHLEEN FLANAGAN Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, and Boherwilliam, Cappagh With deep regret we record the passing of Kathleen Flanagan which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 24th June, 2015.

Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday morning to Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Modeligo. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

To his nieces and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy.

Full obituary next issue.

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

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Round-up …

Ireland’s sustainable food production model must be recognised in climate change talks

Kilmacthomas Macra, Co. Waterford took part in the semi-final of Macra's FBD Farm Skills competition at the Cork Show. They are pictured (l. to r.): Ivan Kiersey, Myles Walshe and Darren Walsh with Deirdre O'Driscoll, from sponsors FBD.

Waterford team competes in FBD Farm Skills ONE of three semi-finals for Macra’s FBD Farm Skills Competition took place last Sunday, June 21st, at the Cork Summer Show. Kilmacthomas Macra took part in the semi-final but didn’t make it through to the National Final.

Kilmeen Macra from Carbery, Cork and Whitechurch Macra, Seandun, Co. Cork qualified for the National Final which will take place at the Tullamore Show on the 9th August.

The competition tests proficiency in several aspects of farm skills, from

tractor skills to fencing.The aim of the competition is to help young farmers develop various farm skills and techniques, to demonstrate to the public the skill required in modern farming, and to create greater awareness of farm safety.

Major benefits to environment to flow from first tranche of GLAS, says Coveney THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, has released further details of the first tranche of applications for GLAS, Ireland’s new agri-environment scheme, co funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.

Minister Coveney said he was delighted by the uptake and by the wide variety of actions chosen.

“By any standards, GLAS is already a huge success and it is clearly going to play a key role in the protection of our rural environment over the new programming period”.

Nearly 27,000 farmers applied to join the Green Low Carbon AgriEnvironment Scheme, or GLAS as it is commonly known, in the first tranche and early indications are that most of these will draw close to the maximum annual payment of €5,000.

The Minister welcomed this in particular, as concern had been expressed by some that only a minority of farmers could ever hope to achieve this level of payment. The Minister was delighted to note that these concerns were unfounded.

The most popular action was Low Input Permanent Pasture selected by 20,000 farmers.

Protection of watercourses was another popular choice by 10,000 farmers, while large numbers also chose a variety of actions designed to protect birds, bees and bats. In fact, actions addressing every single objective have been selected by farmers in this first tranche.

Some of the highlights identified by Minister Coveney are as follows: • 180,000 ha of permanent pasture will be conserved • 8,000 km of water courses will be protected, • 40,000 ha of endan-

gered bird habitat will be brought under sustainable management • 50,000 ha of other Natura habitat will be protected • 1,300km of new hedgerows will be planted • 2,000 new groves of native trees will be established • 1,000 new orchards of traditional Irish varieties will be planted • 6,000 km of stone walls will be protected • 6,000 new habitats will be created for threatened solitary bee species • 90,000 bird boxes and 80,000 bat boxes will be erected • 2,700 commonages will be brought under new Commonage Management Plans • 3,000 archaeological monuments will be protected • 8,000 ha of wild bird cover will be planted, providing up to 12,000 tonnes

of seed for wild birds The Minister also welcomed the number of commonages which have come into GLAS – applications in respect of just under 2,700 commonages, or well over half of all commonages in the country, have been received.

This is a major step towards the establishment of greatly enhanced management regimes for these upland areas. Some 4,000 individual GLAS applications from commonage farmers were received, but the Minister pointed out that another 5,000 commonage farmers are already in AEOS with time left to run on those agri-environment contracts. “These farmers are only likely to join GLAS when their AEOS contracts expire,” the Minister said, adding that specific provision had been made to accept these farmers into the scheme in due course.

ADDRESSING the World Farmers' Conference in Milan recently, IFA President Eddie Downey said the climate change talks in Paris later this year will have to recognise the importance of supporting sustainable food production, and reach an agreement that promotes policies so countries like Ireland, which has the capacity and resources to grow food production sustainably, are allowed to do so.

Eddie Downey said Ireland is a world leader in sustainable production and the challenge for the Paris talks is to agree a framework that is fair and balanced in terms of food security and climate change. He said there must be joined-up thinking and other issues such as water resource availability must be fully taken into the debate on climate change.

The IFA President said he will be looking for support among his WFO colleagues for an approach that takes the multi-functional role of agriculture into account. "Given the projected increase in the world population and the growing demand for our food products, the talks in Paris must focus on delivering a climate policy that supports carbon-efficient food production. The carbon sequestration potential of agricultural soils, forestry and bioenergy will have to be factored in.”

Eddie Downey also discussed the work he is doing as Chairman of the Food Chain Committee in COPA and said strong retailer legislation will be needed across the world if there is to be an effective re-balancing of power within the food chain.

IFA gets concession for young farmers in TAMS IFA Rural Development Chairman, Flor McCarthy has said that qualifying young farmers under TAMS who need planning permission for work and are soon to turn 40 years of age or to exceed the 5 year rule will be given 14 weeks to secure planning permission from the time of application.

At a meeting with the Department of Agriculture in Johnstown Castle recently, Flor McCarthy said this concession was necessary as otherwise some young farmers would not have been eligible for 60% TAMS scheme where planning permission for the investment was required. All other farmers must have planning permission at time of application.

The IFA Rural Development Chairman told the Department that all other TAMS schemes must open without further delay. This includes TAMS for all farmers, Dairy Equipment, Pigs,

Poultry and Organics.

Flor McCarthy raised with the Department the need to include additional items of grant aid including Sheep Fencing, Silage Slabs and Walls, Grain Storage, Underpasses and Slurry and Litter Storage for Grain Farms.

Also other issues were raised including costings and steel standard.

In the 2014-2020 RDP, €395m is allocated for the TAMS scheme. It is vital that the scheme is flexible and that changes are made over the period to ensure that the full allocation is utilised.

The investment requirements of Irish farmers must be catered for in the new TAMS so that the industry can meet the challenges ahead he concluded.

EU commissioner must review dairy intervention prices as provided by law IFA President Eddie Downey recently met with and wrote to EU Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan to express his concerns on dairy price pressures. He asked the Commissioner to have his services undertake an immediate review of dairy intervention prices, as the Commission is mandated to do under Article 7.2 of the European Parliament and Council Regulation 1308/2013 – the regulation within the CAP that deals with ‘Common Market Organisation’.

Mr. Downey explained that Article 7.2 states that the reference thresholds, i.e. intervention prices, “shall be kept under review by the Commission, taking account of objective criteria, notably developments in production, costs of production (particularly inputs) and market trends.”The article goes on to state, “When necessary, the reference thresholds shall be updated”.

“The pressure on milk prices has been intensifying in recent weeks, and they have been falling in an increasing number of Member States, well below the €30/kg threshold above which Commissioner Hogan had warned one could not speak of crisis. Meanwhile, there has been no account taken of the massive long term increase in production costs incurred by farmers, and a revaluation of the butter and SMP intervention prices is now well overdue,” he said Commenting on the issue, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary added: “The EU Commission has been referring to the intervention regime as the ‘safety net’ – a safety net is meant to catch you before you hit the floor.

At a farm gate price equivalent of around 22c/l, current intervention prices simply cannot credibly be described as a ‘safety net’. Production costs have increased strongly since 2008, the last (downward) adjustment of the intervention price, I believe an increase of the intervention prices is well overdue”.

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Visit www.glanbiaconnect.com for more info on your nearest branch.

Department reports results of Epidemiological investigation FINAL test results confirm the recent suspect case of BSE to be an isolated case of “classical” BSE in a single animal, according to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

In line with normal protocols, the Department identified all animals potentially exposed to the BSE agent that caused this incident – those born and reared on the birth-farm one year either side of the birth date of the positive animal, and her progeny.

These have been slaughtered, excluded from the

food and feed chains, and tested.

The epidemiological investigation has confirmed that: • All 63 cohort animals and 4 progeny slaughtered and disposed of have tested negative for BSE; • The confirmed case is an isolated case in a single animal; • Both the dam and grand dam of the infected animal tested negative for BSE at slaughter, and therefore vertical transmission is not considered to be a factor in this case;

• Whilst the grand-dam of the positive animal was imported, this is not of any significance in epidemiological terms • No concerns arise regarding the integrity of the commercial feed supply chain or the effectiveness of the feed control systems. In the 2009 and 2010 period, more than 3,800 feed inspections took place, and almost 2,500 feed samples, including 52 from suppliers to the farm on which the positive case was found, were tested for the presence of processed animal pro-

teins. All tested negative for meat and bone meal. Test results from feed currently on the farm are also negative.

The investigation has not identified anything to distinguish this case from the other cases of classical BSE that have been seen in Ireland or elsewhere. The identification of classical BSE cases after the implementation of the ban on the feeding of meat and bone meal is not unprecedented.

A diminishing number of such cases have been identified in Ireland and in other

Ministers seek proposals under new CEDRA initiative to advance female entrepreneurs in rural areas THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD and Minister of State for Rural Economic Development, Ann Phelan TD have announced that their Department has issued a request for tender, under the CEDRA Rural Innovation and Development Fund, seeking service providers with the vision and capability to develop and run an entrepreneurial development programme which will assist aspiring female entrepreneurs living in rural areas.

Minister Coveney said “I am delighted to announce my Department has issued this request for tender. Job creation is a huge focus for this Government and I hope that by targeting female entrepreneurs, who are currently under repre-

sented in start –up enterprises, that we can increase the level of business and employment generation in rural areas” Minister Phelan who is responsible for the implementation of the CEDRA Report, outlined that this CEDRA initiative aims to encourage a stronger level of enterprise development in rural areas. She said “This programme is especially directed at women living in rural Ireland who have recently started or who have taken the first steps towards starting their own business. Its intention is to provide them with knowledge, support and networking opportunities so that their businesses can succeed and grow.

“Rural women’s entrepreneurship can contribute significantly to our economic growth and it clearly

represents an untapped potential. For many rural women, entrepreneurship is part of a broader livelihood strategy, often undertaken on a part-time basis, and where it is difficult to separate production tasks, as well as market and non market work. Emerging businesses need support to flourish. I have always believed in the value of mentor and being able to turn to experienced and trusted advisors from a variety of industries for advice.

Most women don’t have that support, which helps explain why around the world they see fewer opportunities for entrepreneurship than men” Minister Phelan added.

A dedicated fund of up to €130,000 has been made available in 2015 to partially fund the development and running of a training, devel-

opmental and business orientated programme. This programme will run for at least 3- 6 months duration and is expected to involve up to 50 selected nascent female rural entrepreneurs who, on a competitive basis, best demonstrate their potential to advance their businesses. It is expected that the developmental programme should be ready to start around September.

The tender has been posted on the etenders website:www.etenders.gov.ie with a closing date of 9th July, 2015. A large number of interested parties have already expressed an interest in this tender and the successful tenderer will be the person or consortium which best meet the fund’s stated objectives on a competitive economically advantageous basis.

countries over the years.

These results are now being advised to the EU Commission and to the OIE. It is expected that the OIE will reassign ‘controlled risk’ status to Ireland, recognising the robust control systems in place which identified this once-off case and which will continue to underpin the safe trade in products from Ireland. The control system that has brought BSE under control is still in place to protect human and animal health and is deemed to be effective by the OIE.

IFA reaction to case of BSE REACTING to the results confirming an isolated case of BSE, IFA President Eddie Downey said our export and home markets had responded to the news of this case in a calm and balanced manner, as he expected.

Eddie Downey said consumers can be re-assured about the robustness of the food safety controls in place in Ireland.This and the high quality of Irish food has rightly reassured export markets from all over the world.

The IFA President has been in close contact with the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney on the matter.

Eddie Downey said he expects the Minister to set up a Beef Forum meeting shortly to review this and progress on the Forums work agenda and to outline how his Department and Bord Bia are redoubling their efforts to open new markets and seek further export opportunities for our growing food sector.

ICSA WARNS THAT BSE CASE MUST NOT BE USED TO DRIVE DOWN PRICE ICSA President Patrick Kent has warned that the recent confirmation of a BSE case in Louth must not be used as an excuse to drive down price.

“Farmers have seen a welcome tightening of prices in recent days, and meat processors cannot use this result, an isolated one-off case, as a stick to hammer farmers with,” he said.

“It is likely that the case will have little or no impact on Irish exports, and we don’t expect to see any impact on farmgate prices either.”

SHEEP FARMERS ANGRY AT PRICE COLLAPSE ICSA sheep chairman John Brooks has warned that sheep farmers are angry at the recent price collapse.

“Sheep farmers are producing high quality product at a very expensive time of year, and are now being forced to sell at a loss,” he said.

“Prices have collapsed in recent weeks, at a time when farmers could reasonably expect that demand for their product would be at its peak. Spring lamb is at its best, sterling is strong and Ramadan is underway – farmers are understandably angry at the price collapse.”

“Many ICSA members attended the Teagasc Sheep2015 event in Athenry on Saturday, where they heard very positive stories from meat factories about the outlook for sheep farming, and yet by Monday, there had been another savage cut in prices. Quotes are now down at least 50c/kg on this time last year. There is no doubt that factories are talking down the trade, with many quoting €4.80 and less but paying €5 – we see this as an attempt to instil panic in sheep farmers rather than trying to work with them for everyone’s benefit.”

“It is in nobody’s interest to driver farmers out of business, particularly given the reduction in the Irish sheep population. All we are looking for is a fair price that recognises the cost and effort that goes into producing high-quality lamb at this time of year,” he concluded.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I heard of a few neighbours getting a refund on the financial discipline claw-back for 2013. Although I had claw-back for financial discipline taken from my single payment in 2013 I never received any refund. The only thing that has changed on my paperwork since 2014 was I added my son onto the herd-number for the Young Farmers Scheme. Could this change affect my payment? Can you please advise?

Answer: I checked up on your case and it would seem that when you added your son to the herd-number for the YFS that you also added your son’s name to the business bank account and also changed the account number.

A payment was sent out to you for the financial discipline refund however as your bank account details had changed the payment bounced back after a period of time and is now in limbo.

An important point to note is that the DAFM in Cavan must be notified each time there is a change to your bank account details. I will send you out a form, a CCS BD-1 which you must complete. Put the new details on it and return it to Cavan.

These forms are also available on the DAFM website.Your payment should follow shortly afterwards. I trust this will clear things up for you.

Tip of the Week: With the school holidays now upon us – make safety a priority on your farm.

Think Safety – Farm Safely.

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TERENCE MORRISSEY Send your queries to:

Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, or to Morrissey & Associates, Mweelnahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Teagasc News . . .

DAIRYING Having money to pay the tax bill Any dairy farmer who had a tax bill last year is likely to have a higher one this year. 2014 was a year of excellent milk price and profit for dairy farmers. In contrast the price of milk has fallen dramatically in 2015 and profit on dairy farms will be very significantly reduced.This will put pressure on your cash flow later this year and it would be a good idea to figure out how you are going to budget for this ‘known unknown’ bill later in the year. One strategy that is strongly recommended to dairy farmers is to organise a direct debit to a separate deposit account from the peak milk production months (six months) to cover the anticipated tax bill. In this way, the money will be there come November. Other alternatives include using your Single Farm Payment received in October and November to pay the bill, or to organise a direct debit with the Revenue Commissioners (tax bill paid over 12 months). Either way, all dairy farmers are recommended to prepare a cash flow budget (if you haven’t already done so) to anticipate expenses that will arise before year end.

In reality, many dairy farmers are unaware of their upcoming tax bill and don’t approach their accountant to finalise their financial accounts until it is too late – when there is very little they can do to minimise their tax liability (as the year end date has passed). Farmers need to use their accountant for more than simply telling them the tax bill for the last year sometime in the autumn of the following year. By that stage, very little can be done about last year and you are already eight-to-nine months through the next. Your tax bill should not be a surprise; the earlier you know about it the better you can deal with it and therefore budget for it.

Many dairy farms will also have a superlevy bill to pay off. It is imperative that all dairy farmers have a cash flow budget so that they can plan expenditure, cut costs where necessary, identify potential problems early and take remedial action in good time.

Liner change Liners are the only piece of the milking machine that comes into direct contact with the cow. They are made from complex material and have a limited useful life.The majority of rubber liners are expected to last for 2,000 milkings or six months, whichever comes first. Milk liners lose elasticity over the time for the following reasons: • swelling due to fat absorption; • stiffening due to milk stone accumulation; or • rubber denaturing due to the action of dairy detergents especially those containing chlorine and iodine.

These changes to the liner make it less effective at fully milking out the cow. More residual milk is left behind reducing milk yield and leaving the cow more vulnerable to infection.

Take the example of a dairy farmer milking eight rows of cows: this equals 16 milkings per liner per day and the 2,000 milking limit will be reached after 2000/16 = 125 days. Assuming a mean calving date of March 1, the 125 day limit is reached on July 3.

Message: calculate the date on which you’re going to reach the two-thousandth milking from your liners and

Beef prices stronger – IFA IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns has said the cattle trade is stronger (25/6/’15), driven by extremely tight supplies and factories not being able to get numbers; a big jump in cattle prices in Britain and Northern Ireland; and, farmers demanding more.

He said steers are making a base price of €4.30 and heifers are on €4.40/kg. Individual deals for full loads are negotiating higher prices. Bulls are also in strong demand with full loads of R and U grades making up to €4.40/kg.

In Britain, Henry Burns said there was a big increase in prices with steers and heifers up 4p to 6p/kg last week.

Bulls were also up 8p/kg. He said R4L steers were making £3.43/kg, equivalent to €5.00/kg.

He said the view in Britain is prices have turned a real corner and will strengthen for the remainder of the year. In Northern Ireland the LMC are reporting prices up 14 to 15p/kg in the last week, which is an increase of over 20c/kg.

change the liners that day.

Labour during summer Last year over 20 discussion groups completed a labour analysis for their farms.The most efficient farms required 20 hours of work per cow, while the average was 32 hours of work. During summer the most efficient farms (compared to the average) practised the following: • earlier start of milking in the evening – 4.30 pm; • more automation at milking (backing gates, drafting, auto cleaning of yard) – 79% of farms had automation; • shorter milking interval each day – 9hrs between morning and evening milking; • stopped meal feeding to calves during summer – 27% of farms; • more contracting of silage, slurry and fertiliser spreading; • less topping – 88% of farms topped once or not at all; • three grazings per paddock – 58% of farms had three or four grazings per paddock; • screened for diseases – 88% of farms; and, • had a handling unit on all land parcels – 75% of farms.

As herd sizes increase, a balance must be reached between farmer workload, use of contractors, automation and use of hired labour.

TEAGASC CHANGES Paddy O’Brien retires: Paddy O’Brien retired on June 30th having worked as an agricultural adviser for 41years. For 38 of those years he has worked closely with the farmers of Co. Waterford. Paddy has been a pioneer throughout his career. In 1986 he ran a 90 hour drystock course for clients in East Waterford, the fruits of which are still seen today. The suckler herds in East Waterford are the largest and most efficient in the country and some of the best beef farmers in the country are in this area.

Paddy established sheep and beef discussion groups long before they became popular and was instrumental in establishing a lamb producer group. He introduced the modern skills of grassland management to beef farmers when he saw how well they worked on dairy farms.

He saw the importance of profit monitor as a tool for setting benchmarks and identifying areas for improvement at an early stage and convinced a large number of his clients to use it on an annual basis.

Paddy has been highly respected by his clients and his advice highly valued. His greatest asset is his quiet manner and his ability to encourage farmers and bring them with him. He was a great leader but in a very unassuming way.

All the Staff in Teagasc Dungarvan congratulate Paddy on a great career and wish him a happy and healthy retirement.

Other changes: Mark Slattery, who has been drystock adviser in West Waterford for 14 years is transferring to Mullinavat to take up a similar appointment there. Austin Flavin, a Waterford native, who has been drystock adviser in Mullinavat for the last 7 years will replace Paddy O’Brien. Catriona Foley who has been an environmental adviser in Dungarvan for the last 9 years will replace Mark Slattery.

Lamb price cuts are a step too far – IFA IFA National Sheep Committee Chairman John Lynskey has said price cuts from the lamb factories last week (25/6/’15) are a step too far and are inflicting severe income damage on the sheep sector.

He said sheep farmers are angry that the factories moved so hard and so quickly with price cuts of 30 to 50c/kg in the last week and are now quoting below €5.00/kg.

John Lynskey said IFA has been in contact with MII and is arranging a meeting with the lamb factories. He called on the factories to stop the price cuts and stabilise the market. He said some of the messages from some factories and agents to farmers this week were extremely unhelpful and only contributed to destabilising the market.

Edwin Pratt, Abbeyleix, Donal Carey, Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA), Liam Curran, Glanbia milk supplier Dungarvan with Arthur Byrne, Public Safety Manager, ESB Networks (sponsor) and Paul Hannan, Crecora, Co. Limerick.

Excellent attendance at Irish Friesian Open Day in Kilkenny THE “Churchclara” herd of the O’Keeffe family hosted the Irish Pure Friesian Open Day on June 19th and it attracted an excellent attendance from all over Ireland. Bill, Phil and Matt O’Keeffe milk over 200 Pedigree Registered Friesian cows near Clara, Co. Kilkenny.

The herd was Graded Up to Pedigree in the late 1990’s and the family have grown and developed the herd significantly over the years.

This is a highly efficient Pure Friesian herd, with excellent grassland management, outstanding fertility, producing a high volume of milk solids developed from a solid cow family genetic base.

Recently the herd has enjoyed numerous successes at Shows.

Bill enjoyed considerable success at Emerald Expo 2015 taking the Champion and Honourable Mention Friesian titles, the top EBI award and was also crowned Premier Exhibitor.

68% of the herd is Classified in the top

Upcoming Dairy Open Day in Teagasc Moorepark THOUSANDS of farmers are expected to visit Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, County Cork today Wednesday, 1st July for the flagship outdoor national dairy event of the year.

‘Sustainable Expansion’ is the theme of this year’s open day which opens at 10.00 in the morning with all farmers welcome to attend. This Open Day is sponsored by FBD. A series of technical villages will provide the opportunity for all attending to see and learn about the key dairying technologies that will help farmers to increase the profitability of the family farm business. As milk price continues to fluctuate from year to year, the financial and business planning required to address this volatility will be addressed as part of the Teagasc Get Farm Financially Fit campaign. For further details see www.teagasc.ie

two grades of Conformation.

Average milk production for the herd last year was 6,057 kgs Milk, 4.22 % Fat, 3.62% Protein. SCC for the year was 64.

Average Calving Interval was 367 days, with a 9 % empty rate after a ten-week breeding season.

There are plans to further expand and develop the business with Bill setting out herd targets of 7,000 kgs Milk average, 8 % Milk Solids and higher, and an empty rate of 5%.

IHFA C.E. Charles Gallagher said that the Pure Friesian serves as a prolific source of genetic diversity and breed efficiency.

“The O’Keeffe’s Churchclara herd is a prime example of modern Friesian breeding”.

The Open Day consisted of stockjudging, followed by an introduction to the herd and a demo on Linear Scoring/Classification. A sale of 12 Heifers and 8 Bull Calves concluded the proceedings.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 29/6/2015 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 24.7 3.93 3.67 1.88 0 411 154 1,200 48 71

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 25 4.49 3.83 2.0 3 341 118 1,000 44 50

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford

Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny

• Calves injected with live vaccination for IBR. • 1 Bag of 18-6-12 per acre following the cows.

• 1 paddocks taken out for bales

• Rain arrived in time – back on meal since Friday until covers improve.

• Spring reseeds are only now established and now spraying for weeds.

• Calves to be weighed and vaccinated for Blackleg.

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WIT Forestry graduates branch out!

Graduate opportunities seminar for WIT forestry students THE forestry industry grew significantly throughout the recession and graduates coming out with a qualification in the area are in demand. This was the message to 80 forestry students who attended a graduate opportunities event in Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) recently.

The event, organised by the forestry programme leader Tom Kent, heard from some of the Irish forest industry’s biggest stakeholders, including Coillte, the Forest Service and SWS Forestry.

Speaking at the event, Mr. P. J. Ferris from Coillte Teoranta, the semi state forest company, stressed that companies were now competing with each other for new graduate entrants to the forest sector. He said “Coillte intends to invest in their recruited graduates and increase their existing skill set.”

Mr. John Redmond from the Forest Service, the government’s state forest body, highlighted upcoming opportunities for graduates to work with them on the National Forest Inventory, a key strategic planning project carried out at five year intervals to monitor the forest resource, while Mr. Joe Fitzgerald of SWS Forestry (private forestry company)

outlined the key attributes his company valued in prospective employees.

In his opening address, Tom Kent highlighted the resilient nature of the forestry industry. “The sector has thrived, despite the recession and today continues to grow. The Irish forest industry is expanding due to continued afforestation, harvesting and wood processing and as a result the industry needs graduates to continue to work in this sphere.”

Forests currently cover 10% of the land area of Ireland and contribute €2 billion per year to the economy. Timber production is forecast to double over the coming years and another 7% of land area is targeted for afforestation by 2035.

He added, “WIT forestry students can expect to be well prepared for entry to the industry, learning all aspects of forest management, in addition to broader science, technology, and professional development skills.

Students particularly value the experience gained through the wide range of field work and projectbased assessments and the many opportunities provided to visit forest companies. A career in managing natural resources is

Forestry student. rewarding and provides a graduate with the prospect of a sustainable job in Ireland or international opportunities for travel and excitement. In fact, fifteen immediate forestry graduate employment positions have been highlighted by the three industry speakers with further opportunities through the setting up of employment panels.”

There were also presentations made by former WIT Forestry graduates who spoke of their experiences since completing their forestry studies at WIT and within their current

employment.

The graduates now work in leading forestry organisations such as the Forest Service, the Forestry Company, Murray’s Timber Group, and the UK forest industry.

According to forestry graduate, Adriene Booth, who is now Lismore Estate forest manager and part time lecturer on the BSc in Forestry, “WIT has always provided the forest industry with high calibre graduates and the capacity of the course to respond to the requirements of the forest industry is shown by the

willingness of the major companies and state bodies to attend this seminar.”

Mr. Booth continued “What was obvious on the day was that the future is bright for the forest industry with growing potential for careers in the sector.

As the sector continues to thrive WIT is perfectly positioned to provide the best start for those who want a career as a professional forester.”

For further information on the Forestry course available at WIT, contact Mr.Tom Kent tkent@wit.ie or visit www.wit.ie/wd076.

Waterford farms should take up TAMS II – Deasy

Mountbellew Agricultural College Student wins AIB/Teagasc All-Ireland Best Farm Business Plan Award

FINE Gael TD John Deasy says this week’s opening of the new €50 million TAMS II Dairy Equipment Scheme is essential for Waterford farmers looking to increase production efficiencies following the abolition of milk quotas.

With a standard aid rate of 40% available, the funding will assist dairy farmers to modernise milking parlour technology.

Deasy said: “Already we're beginning to see major volatility in global milk prices. Demand from China has eased and Russia’s response to EU sanctions has had a major effect on prices. It has been compensated by a drought in New Zealand, but we now know we’re in a global market.

“Waterford farmers should avail of TAMS II as much as they can. The long

DAMIEN McGrath from Mountbellew Agricultural College has been awarded the top award in the AIB / Teagasc All-Ireland Best Farm Business Plan Awards in the Maldron Hotel, County Laois on Friday, 26th June.

Damien, a Galway native, won the Award for his interview and farm business plan which focused on converting from a suckler enterprise to a spring calving dairy herd. Investment has started and Damien plans to milk 64 cows in 2016.

Speaking at the Awards presentation, Patrick Butterly Agri Advisor AIB said: “AIB are delighted to continue our partnership with Teagasc for the AIB / Teagasc Best Farm Business Plan Awards. The initiative places a strong emphasis on farm planning and financial

John Deasy, T.D. term outlook for milk is still very good but a lot will depend on how efficient and technologically advanced individual operations are,” he added.

The scheme covers investment in milking machines, milk cooling and storage equipment, water heating and in-parlour feeding systems. All applications must be made online.

The first funding round opens next week and runs until early October.

planning, both key skills necessary for effective management in today's environment. We have been impressed by the quality and standard of farm plans and by the confidence of the students we met today and indeed at each of the Agricultural Colleges”.

In thanking AIB for their continuing sponsorship of this award, Frank Murphy, Teagasc Curriculum Development & Standards Manager highlighted the emphasis Teagasc place on farm planning in their education programmes. He said: “While the removal of milk quotas and other reforms of EU policy have opened up many opportunities, the need for thorough planning was never greater as the speed of change and the volatility of world markets is realised. In essence, planning is bring-

ing the future into the present so that you can do something about it. This farm business planning competition will help Teagasc students gain a better insight into the importance farm planning process.”

Seven students represented the respective Teagasc, Greenmount and Private Agricultural Colleges and competed for the All Ireland Award, after each had won the individual college award.The finalists were: Craig Barkley (Greenmount); Martin Healy (Kildalton); Damien McGrath (Mountbellew); Bryan Moore (Clonakilty); Louise Crowley (Pallaskenry); John Delaney (Gurteen) and Darren McGourty (Ballyhaise). All were presented with their respective Awards on the day.

Dungarvan Mart Prices Monday 29th JUNE, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES COWS 1 A.A. 725 kgs. made €1,500.

1 Sim. 720 kgs. made €1,490.

1 Fr. 670 kgs. made €1,215.

1 Fr. 650 kgs. made €1,160.

BULLOCK SECTION 1 Char. 535 kgs. made €1,330.

2 A.A. 615 kgs. made €1,365 each.

1 A.A. 595 kgs. made

€1,320.

6 A.A. 555 kgs. made €1,235 each.

HEIFER SECTION 1 A.A. 615 kgs. made €1,340.

1 A.A. 565 kgs. made €1,230.

1 A.A. 545 kgs. made €1,190.

Special Entries for Monday next, 6th July, 2015 (1) – 14 Quality 18 months old Hereford Heifers for a local producer. (2) 1 Pedigree Limousin Bull and 1 Pedigree Limousin Heifer for a local producer.

Important to get all programmes under TAMS II up and running - IFA IFA President Eddie Downey has welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney of the opening of the Dairy Equipment Scheme as part of TAMS II. He said it will be important element of the investment needed on dairy farms in the years ahead.

Eddie Downey said that all other TAMS schemes must open without further delay. This includes TAMS for all other farmers.

At a recent meeting with Department officials, IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy raised the need to include additional items of grant aid including Sheep Fencing, Silage Slabs and Walls, Grain

Storage, Underpasses and Farm Roadways, and Slurry and Litter Storage for Grain Farms. Other issues were raised including costings and steel standard.

In relation to TAMS 1, Flor McCarthy said the end of August deadline is too restrictive and will have to be extended.

In the 2014-2020 RDP, €395m is allocated for the TAMS scheme. It is vital that the scheme is flexible and that changes are made over the period to ensure that the full allocation is utilised.

The investment requirements of Irish farmers must be catered for in the new TAMS so that the industry can meet the challenges ahead.

Dog owners urged to act responsibly with their animals FOLLOWING an attack in Cork last week which resulted in the deaths of a ram and seven pedigree ewes, ICSA sheep chairman John Brooks has urged dogowners to be responsible with their animals and ensure that that they are secure at all times.

“All dogs, from cherished family pets to prized working dogs, can potentially cause serious distress and damage if they are not kept under control.

Sheep are completely defenceless, and it is absolutely vital that we do

all we can to protect them from attack,” said Mr. Brooks.

“One of our members in Cork recently came home to find that eight of his pedigree Zwartbles sheep, a key component of his Clashflock Zwartbles breeding stock, had been brutally attacked and were either dead or near death as a result.”

“I would call on all dog owners to ensure that they do their duty and keep their dogs under control at all times to avoid these horrible scenes.”

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Charity Vintage Tea Rooms hosts teas in aid of Men’s Shed this Saturday

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BEAUTIFUL old fashioned afternoon teas will be served in the tea rooms at St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, this Saturday, 4th July, 1.45 p.m. – 5.00 p.m. in aid of the Dungarvan Men's Shed. There will also be a cake stall and some crafts made by the men on Sale. Don’t miss it!

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IN 2012,Ted burst onto the silver screen to an unsuspecting audience and delighted film fans with his unique brand of bad bear behaviour. As he grows old disgracefully, his best mate John struggles to let go of childish things and saw his relationship with the beautiful Lori suffer as a result.

Ted 2 sees the next chapter in their enduring friendship and fans will be pleased to learn their antics are even more juvenile than ever.Will John let go of Ted and finally accept his responsibilities as a fully grown man, or will he suc-

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Ted 2 Opening 8th July cumb to the dark side and continue on a path littered with despair and destruction?

Ted (2012) took over €350m at the global box office, marking it a triumph for writer and director Seth MacFarlane, who also provides the voice of Ted. Mark Wahlberg (Transformers: Age of Extinction) returns alongside a new cast which includes Amanda Seyfried (Les Miserables, Mamma Mia), Liam Neeson (Walk Among the Tombstones, Taken 3) and Morgan Freeman (The Lego Movie, Dolphin Tale 2).

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Othello Wednesday, 26th August, at 7.00 p.m.

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decade working in film and television on projects from Star Wars to Holby City, Hugh Quarshie returns to the RSC to play Shakespeare's Othello. He was last seen with us in Faust and Julius Caesar (1996). Hugh will play opposite Lucian Msamati in the role of Iago, returning to the RSC following his role as Pericles in 2006. The production is directed by Iqbal Khan (Much Ado About Nothing, 2012).

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OTHELLO is the greatest general of his age. A fearsome warrior, loving husband and revered defender of Venice against its enemies. But he is also an outsider whose victories have created enemies of his own, men driven by prejudice and jealousy to destroy him. As they plot in the shadows, Othello realises too late that the greatest danger lies not in the hatred of others, but his own fragile and destructive pride. After more than a

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Song of the Sea Opening 10th July YEARS after the death of their mother, Ben and his little sister Saoirse live with their dad in a lighthouse by the coast.

Saoirse is a quiet child – in fact, she has never spoken a word, and Ben finds her incredibly frustrating. One night, she goes exploring in the beautiful white coat that used to belong to her mother, and when she approaches the sea, she discovers the mystical secret at the heart of who she is.

Ben and Saoirse’s grandmother becomes worried about the children, and takes them to live with her in the

city. But Saoirse’s emotional connection to the sea proves difficult to overcome.

Can she stay true to who she really is, or will the distance keep her from herself, and the mother she never knew?

This enchanting film has been nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, and has received a lot of positive praise since its premiere at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival.

With a really entrancing soundtrack that captures the spirit of this legend, Song of the Sea is utterly charming, and a real treat for cinema-goers.

Amhrán na Mara Ag oscailt 10 Iúil, 2015 BLIANTA tar éis bás a mháthair, bíonn Ben agus a dheirfiúir beag Saoirse ina chónaí lena n-athair i dteach solais in aice an chósta. Is páiste ciúin í Saoirse. I ndáiríre, níl sí tar éis focal a rá ariamh, agus bíonn frustrachas ar Bhen faoi seo.

Oíche amháin, téann sí ag féachaint thart, agus cóta álainn bán a mháthair uirthi. Nuair a thagann sí cois farraige, tagann sí ar an rúndiamhair a thugann míniú di faoi cé hí féin.

Tagann imní ar Mamó Ben agus Saoirse fúthu, agus tógann sí iad chun cónaí léi sa chathair. Ach ní féidir dlúthcheangal Saoirse leis an bhfarraige a shárú. An féidir léi fanacht dílis di féin,

nó an scarfaidh an fhad í uaithí féin agus an máthair nach raibh aithne aici uirthi ariamh?

Bhí an scannán aoibhinn seo ainmnithe don scannán beochana is fearr ag Gradaim an Acadamh, agus tá neart moladh dearfach faighte ag an scannán ó bhí sé léirithe don chéad uair ag Féile Scannáin Idirnáisiúnta Toronto 2014. Le fuaimrian draíochtach a léiríonn go maith spiorad an finscéal, tá Amhrán na Mara íontach mealltach agus mar phléisiúir mór do dhaoine a théann chuig an bpictiúrlann.

Across: 1 Mork, 3 Shifty, 9 Arthurian, 10 Rec, 11 Herod, 12 Dublin, 15 Amusement park, 17 Gandhi, 18 Edwin, 21 OCD, 22 Johnstone, 23 Report, 24 Navy.

Down: 1 Motor, 2 Roundhead, 4 Hun, 5 Formica, 6 YMCA, 7 Hashtag, 8 Middle eight, 13 Battersea, 14 Skinner, 16 Up and up, 19 Woody, 20 Soar, 22 Jar.

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New ad for Trad is hot off the press LAUNCHED THIS FRIDAY AT THE SEANACHAÍ LAST Wednesday I went to the Town Hall theatre to see the production of “High School Musical” staged by the Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School. Like everybody else there I was blown away by the extremely high standard of accomplishment and talent exhibited by all involved.

It just goes to show what I always say about this area. I don't know if it's something in the water, but it is simply awash with talent and enthusiasm and skill in all genres of music, song, dance & theatre. Great credit is due to the teachers and organisers bringing on this talent but also to the local people themselves and their obvious love of performing: adults encouraging and enabling children and children stretching themselves and reaching out for new horizons and breaking their own limits. It is one of the healthiest and most optimistic signs of a community that you can possible have. It may be a national or global phenomenon but I’m still convinced that West Waterford in particular is far in advance of everywhere else in this domain.

And this is true of every genre of music as well. An awful lot of the amazing budding stars that I saw on stage in this Disney / pop / rock / show-tune production, I have also seen extensively in traditional concerts, shows and sessions.

All music is equally valuable but tourists who come to this beautiful district are usually primarily interested in exploring our native culture and rich musical heritage.

So it is of prime importance that there should be a handy guide to help them find the local traditional sessions and events. And therefore it is good news for the whole area that the “Ad

for Trad” which was so helpful to them (and indeed to many locals still not in the know!) last year, is again up and running.

This very valuable artefact, a local gig guide to the traditional music of the area, is as I said now in its second printing and will be launched next Friday night in the Seanachaí at 8 p.m.

David Power the world-renowned local uilleann piper will play his pipes and tin whistle for us at the launch as he did so superbly last year. He has just played a highly successful and very popular concert with the amazing Martin Hayes on Fiddle and this will be a great chance to get a sneak preview for his upcoming repeat appearance with Martin Hayes, in Tigh on Cheoil, on Friday, July 31st. When they played there together last year it was an outstanding occasion and is still being talked about far and wide. This will only be their third full concert together but it promises to be the very best yet.

Yet, even without Martin, David is incredible and is unquestionably one of the greatest solo pipers in the country. So come along to hear him this Friday.

And, of course, come armed, as, immediately after the launch, the usual fortnightly open session around the fire at the Seanchaí will start, and all are welcome to listen and or perform.

As last year, for the launch there will be delicious complimentary finger food provided very kindly and very ably by the wonderful Mags Hurley, so don’t fill up before you come!

As you all know the food in the Seanachaí is incredibly mouth – watering, it is really one of the most outstanding restaurants in the area winning loads of awards so give your

support to Mags and Johnny, and also to the Ad for Trad, and also to the great David Power – all testaments to how amazing this area is, in all areas of expertise!

Remember this worthwhile endeavour, the Ad for Trad, serves and benefits the whole area so be sure to give it your full support and help to disseminate it throughout the locality as widely as possible.

But first off, come along to the Seanachaí next Friday and be in on the ground floor with your wholehearted backing and support, and simultaneously, of course, enjoy the captivating playing of the great David Power and the delicious, sumptuous fare of the Seanachaí. Don’t say I didn't warn you – miss it at your peril!

Meanwhile, a special thank you to Mags and Johnny Hurley for very kindly hosting the launch and providing the food. Their hospitality is warmly appreciated.

A similar huge thank you is due to all our sponsors without whom we could not go ahead; The Anchor, Dillon's, Kiely's, Lawlor's, The Local, The Marine, Minnie's, Mooney's, Park Hotel, the Seanachaí, Tigh an Cheoil, and Walsh's Mill House, Millstreet, all wonderful venues for traditional music.

Also a huge thank you to Jacinta and Joe at Munster Signs & Print for all their work (and patience!), to David Power for his supreme musical contribution, and to Sean MacCraith and Ann Halpin for all their help and support.

SO DONT FORGET Friday. July 3rd 8 p.m. Launch of AD FOR TRAD 2015 at The Seanachaí. Guest musician world famous Uileann Piper David Power.

Action from the Beach Tag Rugby which was run as part of Bike Week.

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Action from the Beach Tag Rugby on Clonea Beach, which was run as part of Bike Week.

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Launch of Paddy O’Brien’s new album “One of these Days” WATERFORD international country star Paddy O’Brien has just recently released a brand new album entitled “One of these Days.” It is available on CD with 12 great tracks including “The Better Part of Life,” “Forgiving You Was Easy,” “Remember Me,” “When The Roses Bloom Again,” “All that Keeps Ya Goin” to name but a few, all performed in his own inimitable style.

This latest release will be a follow up to the album “On Reflection” which included

Paddy’s mega hits “Thibodeaus (Tib E Doe) and his Cajun Band” and “You Seldom Come to See me Anymore.” As always he had chosen his songs carefully and in doing so is certain to appeal to a wide audience of country music lovers.

In June a promotional single for this album was released to Radio and TV stations. The song entitled “The Better Part of Life” has proved to be hugely popular with dancers and listeners alike.

This will be Paddy’s 30th

recording to date, all of which are available on CD with 16 also on DVD. Amongst previous albums he has had numerous hits including “Keep on the Sunnyside,” “Marions Rose,” “Louiseana,” “I Knew My Dad Would Come,” “Mum and Dads Waltz.” “Gold Watch and Chain,” “Heaven Won’t Be Heaven,” “Never Grow Old,” “Out to California,” “Thibodeaux and his Cajun Band,” “You Seldom come to see me Anymore” and many more.

LAUNCH OF PADDY O’BRIEN’S NEW ALBUM “ONE OF THESE DAYS” CD At the Hazel Three, Mallow, Co. Cork Tel. 022 24301 on Monday, 6th July, 2015.

On the night Paddy will be joined by Patrick Feeney, Michael English, Robert Mizzell, John Hogan, Gary Gamble, Ryan Turner Band.

Doors open at 8 p.m. with first artist on stage at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Admission only €15. www.paddyobrien.com

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Curtains close on the biggest theatrical event of 2015 …

Sister Act The Musical ANYONE who has been at The St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Festival of Food, has opened Facebook or has driven past the Friary College cannot but be aware of the buzz and energy that ‘Sister Act – The Musical brought to Dungarvan Town. This was the latest in a series of productions to emerge from our locality. The Superb local cast of Dungarvan and West Waterford Theatre Company raised the roof with this Ambitious show!

The cast showed the fruits of several months of hard work, a great deal of effort and a pool of talent deeper than Coumshingaun. This was under the

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direction of a great leader, Vicki Graham, who instilled confidence and nurturing in her cast to fulfill the best Theatrical experience possible. The sheer dedication by all our wonderful Actors, Dancers, Singers, Actresses, and backstage Crew did not go unnoticed. We received great support from audiences who awarded us with Standing Ovations every night.

For newcomers to the stage this was an amazing new venture, ‘We felt empowered to go on stage, everyone’s natural abilities and talents were fostered to develop creative expression. We were honoured

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to be part of this major production, to reach our potential, and to capture the imagination of our audiences’. As a result of this, Vicki Graham has introduced an Adult Acting and Musical theatre class every Monday at 7.30 p.m. in the Lovely Town Hall theatre. If you would like to join this, pop along on Mondays!!

This production saw a change of venue as ‘Sister Act’ moved to Duckspool to occupy the Assembly Hall of St. Augustine’s College which was revamped for the occasion. We were delighted to support a local school in this venture. A special thank you goes

to all the Businesses who supported and sponsored us throughout the few months.

The Park Hotel. The Weight Clinic. Crew’s Restaurant. Paul Foley Oils. Ray Kelly’s Wellbeing Centre. David Walsh Office Supplies. StarStruck Studios. Shabby To Chic Cottage. Seasons.

McDonald's. Solas na Mara. Karen Dempsey Photography. Radley Engineering. Denise Radley Auctioneers. McKenna Computers. Nude Food.

The Shamrock Restaurant. Ciara Conway. The Colour Store. Medusa Hair Salon. TFlag Ardmore.

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NT Live: Everyman (Live) Thursday, 16th July, at 7.00 p.m.

BAFTA winner and Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave) takes the title role in this dynamic new production of one of English drama’s oldest plays, directed by the National Theatre’s new Director Rufus Norris (Broken, London Road). Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. He is forced to abandon the life he has built and embark on a last, frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defence. But Death is close behind, and time is running out. One of the great primal, spiritual myths, Everyman asks whether it is only in death that we can understand our lives. A cornerstone of English drama since the 15th century, it now explodes onto the stage in a startling production with words by Carol Ann Duffy, Poet Laureate, and movement by Javier De Frutos.

The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition.

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T is still ten days to go before the big match, but interest in this Munster Final is beginning to take serious hold and will be at fever pitch by the 12th July when Waterford will take on Tipperary in the famed Semple Stadium in Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Coincidentally, that is the same date as the 1998 Final in which Waterford also figured on the day before the Tour de France passed through Dungarvan. That game ended in a draw and Waterford lost the replay and a very good team of players had to wait another four years for a Munster Medal. But, sin scéal eile!

A star of many a Munster Final across the road from his home was Tipperary’s Jimmy Doyle, who went to his eternal reward last week.

Renowned as one of the most talented and stylish players of all time, Jimmy collected six All-Ireland medals in his years with Tipperary, as well as nine Munster Medals, seven National League Medals and ten County Medals as well as one in Football. He was also

selected on the Team of the Century and the Team of the Millennium. Not a bad collection!

Those event-filled years were recalled last Sunday, when John Bowman paid tribute to him on his RTE Radio programme and it made most interesting listening as he recalled the childhood and playing career of one of hurling’s greatest exponents.

It was across the road from the Semple Stadium gates that Jimmy Doyle was born and lived much of his life. Jimmy’s father was a shoe repair man and made his three year old son a pair boots with cogs to allow him to practice his art in the garden of their home.

As his family lived so close to Semple Stadium, Jimmy graduated to playing in the famed ground as soon as it was safe to let him cross the road on his own.

He practised every waking moment he could and grew more and more proficient in the game. He even recruited his dog to run and fetch the balls back for him when he was on target practice. He

would pick a spot on the scoreboard and hit balls over that particular point from all angles of the field.

In the evenings, when his mother called him for bed, Jimmy would run home with his small hurleys under his arm and would take them to bed and lie on them while his sliotars lay under his pillow.

He was a true hurler sleeping or waking!

He soon came to the notice of his Christian Brother teacher, Br. Boland who saw in him a special hurling talent.

He freely admitted however, that he never did his lessons and when he would come home he would throw his schoolbooks into the corner.

More often than not, it was his mother who did his homework for him.

However, in predicting on the morning of his Primary Cert Exam that Jimmy would not pass, Br. Boland told the young hurler that he would play for his county, captain his county and win an All-Ireland with them. Both his predictions came true.

In 1965, as Jimmy turned to make his victory speech after

accepting the Liam McCarthy Cup from GAA President, Alf Murray, he saw Brother Boland below him in the crowd and later made his way to him to acknowledge the accuracy of his prediction.

Jimmy Doyle, acknowledged last week by one of his peers as ‘an artist, an icon and a legend who could almost make the ball talk’, was honoured for the last time in the Church of St. Joseph and

St. Brigid’s in the shadow of Thurles’ Semple Stadium as he went to collect his final accolade from St. Peter himself.

Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh a n-anam dílis.

Jimmy Doyle leads his players in Croke Park as Captain of the winning Tipperary Team.

A busy year for Damien THE lot of the public representative at any level is not an easy one, least of all at town and county level where contact with the people is closest. However, the good Councillor makes her/himself available to their constituents and tries to represent them and be their voice where possible.

This week, at the Annual

Meeting of the Dungarvan / Lismore Municipal Council, the term of office of Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan as Chairman drew to a close after a busy, sometimes difficult and ground-breaking twelve months. He can, however, look back on his year as Chairman with some satisfaction, having steered,

with the Council officials, the fortunes of West Waterford in the Council Chamber and also as a member of the amalgamated City and County Councils.

“I attended almost all the events to which I was invited,” Damien told me, “except on occasions where there was a doubling

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan chats with Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan at Fr. Gerard O’Connor’s Silver Jubilee recently.

up of commitments, when I got a deputy to attend the occasion.”

“One of the happiest moments of the year was the reception to welcome home local actor Moe Dunford, star of ‘Patrick’s Day,’ on the night of the Dungarvan Premiere.

“I have no doubt that Moe’s career will continue in the ascent and we can expect many more nights of celebration ahead.

“The eight Councillors who were elected to represent the Dungarvan / Lismore area in the Local Elections last year kept the focus very much on the West of the County,” he said,“and this has been very effective. The meetings of the Council were very productive which was important.”

Damien had been Mayor of Dungarvan on two occasions previously and came into office with ten years service as a

Councillor as well as his Mayoral experience. This stood him in good stead, because, as the modern saying goes, this was somewhat unchartered territory and it was essential that the incumbent should have had previous experience and a vision for how the new Council might work.

“I came into office after a difficult election,” he says.

“It was the first election using the new Electoral Areas and no one quite knew how it would turn out.”

As it happens, Damien’s ten years of service as well as a comprehensive canvass in the weeks prior to polling day on 23rd May last year were very successful and he romped home topping the poll and crossing the line with 25 votes to spare, taking the first seat on the first count.

“I knew that as it was a new format, it was not going to be easy, but I was

happy to take the Chair. I was glad to be able to set down markers which I have done and which will chart the way forward for some time at least. I think the role of Cathaoirleach is a very important one and is very much part and parcel of local government here in West Waterford.”

Like many other longserving local representatives he is unhappy to see the old Town Councils and the old format of Local Government go.

“I still believe that Dungarvan and Lismore Town Councils should not have been abolished,” he says, “but we are in a new situation and we have to make it work.”

It didn’t surprise him to hear Minister Brendan Howlin recently express his regret at the abolition of the Councils and refer to it as the decision he most regretted in the four years of the Government and

admit that he ‘took his eye off the ball’.

“It wasn’t the wisest move,” says Damien. “If he had listened to us as Councillors on the ground and the Chambers of Commerce at local and national level, he could have learned that. I think it is regrettable that the Cabinet went ahead and did not listen to local advice. It only took a short space of time for them to realise that they had made a major mistake.”

Damien looks back on his year with a sense of achievement and will, no doubt, look forward to some time for himself and for his wife Natanya and family. He covered great deal of territory over the last twelve months, but is content in knowing that the office has got a good grounding and it is now up to his successors to consolidate and take the scope of the office further.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Football Championships

Mixed fortunes for Brickeys in Kill THE Kill venue staged a very entertaining football double header last Sunday afternoon and while Gaultier and Brickeys won one match each, the Eastern club were the happier heading home as their Senior side are in a healthy position both avoiding relegation and qualifying for the quarter-finals. Brickeys badly needed the win here and it looked possible in the 53rd minute when they led by 1-9 to 0-10 but it was Gaultier who finished the stronger, outscoring their rivals by 0-4 to 0-1 to claim the spoils.

Brickeys looked to be heading for a double defeat in the 60th minute of the Junior match, trailing by 0-13 to 0-11 in a game that was level eight times but Ian Walsh finished a last ditch effort into the dressing room end goal to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat in a good standard match at this level.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Late Gaultier point denies Brickeys Gaultier ………………0-14; Brickeys ……………..1-10.

WITH 60 minutes on the clock, a Conor McGrath point levelled this game at 1-10 to 0-13 and it seemed as if each team would share the championship points but in a real see saw battle, it was Gaultier who held the momentum in the final minutes and full forward Ian Power kicked the winning point in the 62nd minute, following good approach work by Aaron Jones and J. J. Hutchinson.

This was a hard game for Brickeys to lose as they were so close to coming out on top during the second half and especially when their best player on the day, Shane McGrath finished the ball to the net in the 47th minute, 1-7 to 0-9 and Emmett

Gaffney followed up immediately with a valuable point.

Playing with the strong breeze in the first half, Gaultier were quick out of the blocks with three unanswered points by Man of the Match J. J. Hutchinson inside ten minutes and a fourth by full forward Barry Mullane one minute later. The Brickey challenge suffered a blow at the end of the first quarter when Kieran O’Neill had to retire injured with a leg injury and it was all of eighteen minutes before they opened their account with a fine Cormac O’Grady left legged point.

The Western side were back in the game inside two minutes when Mark Cummins kicked a brace of excellent points supported by Conor and Shane McGrath respectively. There was only two points kicked in the final ten minutes of the half via J. J. Hutchinson (f), for a pick up off the ground, and Cormac O’Grady’s second score from a Mark Cummins pass to

leave the Brickeys well in contention at the short whistle on a scoreline of Gaultier 0-5; Brickeys 0-4.

Gaultier scored 0-9 against the wind compared to 0-4 by the Brickeys and this is the main stat that swung this contest in their favour.

Midfielder Conor O’Riordan opened a temporary little more daylight between these evenly matched teams in the 32nd minute but the see saw nature of the game commenced when Brickeys took over on the scoreboard following scores by Conor McGrath (2) and Carthach Shalloe to lead for the first time with 39 minutes on the clock.

Gaultier returned with 0-3 of their own from Conor O’Riordan and two fine scores by wing back Billy O’Keeffe to re-establish their 0-2 advantage at 0-9 t0 0-7 at the beginning of the final quarter. The swing lifted Brickeys up again when Shane McGrath’s goal and Emmett Gaffney’s white flag

Team captains Gary Molloy (Gaultier) and Conor McGrath (Brickeys) pictured with match officials, (left to right), Michael O’Brien (Portlaw), John Condon (An Rinn) and John Kiely (Kill). edged them in front by 1-7 to 0-9 with midfielder Martin Houlihan doing trojan work during this period.

However, that was as good as it got for the Brickeys as Gaultier got back on top following an exchange of scores between Sean White (‘65’) and Carthach Shalloe, 1-9 to 0-10 after 53 minutes.

The teams were level in the 56th minute after points by the unstoppable J. J. Hutchinson and substitute Aaron Jones and Hutchinson’s sixth point restored the Barony’s lead after being in arrears for a twelve minute period. Conor

McGrath’s point levelled the tie for the fourth occasion on the call of normal time and, in truth, nobody could have argued with a share of the spoils but Ian Power’s 62nd minute score denied this happening.

Remaining Games: Friday. July 17th: Brickeys v An Rinn, Kilrossanty v Gaultier.

Tuesday, July 28th: St. Saviours v Brickeys, An Rinn v Gaultier.

Gaultier’s Top Three: J. J. Hutchinson, Rory Walsh, Billy O’Keeffe.

Brickeys Top Three: Shane McGrath, Mark Cummins, David Ryan.

Observer’s Man of the Match: J. J. Hutchinson.

Number of Scorers: Gaultier 6. Brickeys 6.

Scores from Play: Gaultier 0-11. Brickeys 1-10.

Frees For: Gaultier 10.

Brickeys 14.

Wides: Gaultier 6. Brickeys 4.

Score of the Match: Gaultier’s winning point in the 62nd minute, engineered by Aaron Jones and J. J. Hutchinson and executed by Ian Power.

Scorers – Gaultier: J. J. Hutchinson 0-6 (2f), Conor O’Riordan and Billy O’Keeffe 0-2 each, Barry Mullane, Sean White (‘45’), Aaron Jones and Ian Power 0-1 each. Brickeys: Conor McGrath 0-3, Shane McGrath 1-0, Cormac O’Grady, Mark Cummins and Carthach Shalloe

0-2 each, Emmett Gaffney 0-1.

Gaultier: David Whitty; Donal Power, Gary Molloy, John Cunningham; Sean Whitty, Ronan McDonagh, Billy O’Keeffe; Ian Power, Conor O’Riordan; Sean White, Brad Carroll, Rory Walsh; JJ Hutchinson, Barry Mullane, David Cullinane. Subs: Dean Kearns, Luke Nolan, Aaron Jones, Gary Cullinane, Sean Hogan.

Brickeys: Joe Grant; Mark Cummins, Philly Walsh, Diarmuid Tobin; Tommy Lynch, David Ryan, Shane McGrath; Kieran O’Neill, Martin Houlihan; Carthach Barry, Conor McGrath, Ryan O’Neill. Subs: Darragh O’Grady, Darragh Duggan, Olan Casey.

Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Ian Walsh’s 62nd minute goal the winner JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Brickeys ………………1-11; Gaultier ……………… 0-13.

WHEN Derek Jordan and substitute Damien Tiernan kicked over two points near the end of normal time to give Gaultier a 0-13 to 0-11 advantage over the Brickeys in the second game at the Kill venue last Sunday afternoon, it looked as if the Bushy Park club was going to endure a second heartbreaking defeat by the Barony club in the space of an hour. However, they say timing is everything, and full back Jimmy Sheehan and Man of the Match Christy Power combined to send the size 5 across in front of the dressing room end goal where wing back Ian Walsh was on hand to finish the ball to the net and give the Brickeys something positive out of the club’s Sunday trip to Kill.

Walsh’s goal came in the 62nd minute, the same time as Gaultier’s winning score in the Senior equivalent and both scores just goes to show that the game is never over until the final whistle blows.

This Junior game was of a good standard and some of the team play and the passing movements equalled and even surpassed parts of the Senor match. At times Gaultier looked unstoppable and the same was the case when Brickeys won posses-

sion.

This most enjoyable encounter was level on no less than eight occasions and there was never more than 02 between the teams at any stage and similar to the Senior game in many respects, Gaultier held a 0-1 lead at the short whistle.

Overall, Gaultier led the game three different times and Brickeys had their nose in front on five occasions and most importantly when Referee Tom Dee sounded the final whistle in the 65th minute.

Both games at the well developed Kill venue gave patrons value for money and it’s always entertaining to see the result go down to the threads on the wire.

Eoin Carney, Donal McCarthy, David Jones and James Murtagh excelled for Gaultier why there was no body better than Christy Power and Johnny Cooney on both teams. Carney opened the scoring from a free after just 35 seconds for Gaultier, with the breeze at their backs, and Cooney and Power (f) replied for Brickeys inside three minutes. Paul Whelan replaced the injured Gavin Flynn after just seven minutes while they could have opened a sizeable lead by the end of the first quarter but for not accepting two goal scoring chances.

The teams were level for

the third time by the 20th minute at 0-4 each with Donal McCarthy, Eoin Carney and Derek Jordan on target for Gaultier and Conor Fitzgerald and Christy Power (f) supplementing Brickey’s earlier scores.

The Barony enjoyed the greater and more fruitful possession for the remainder of the first half and their passing movements opened up the Brickeys around the field, resulting in a brace of points by full forward James Murtagh and a second white flag by Donal McCarthy.

However, for all their possession, there was just the minimum between the teams at the break as again Johnny Cooney and Christy Power pointed for the winners to leave the scoreboard reading 0-7 to 0-6 at half way.

Brickeys started the second half the brighter and they shot into the lead on two different occasions by the 39th minute and four in total by the 50th minute, thanks to 0-4 (1f) by Christy Power and 0-1 from the boot of Mark Scanlon. Eoin Carney, 0-2, and David Jones kept Gaultier in touch at this stage just 0-1 in arrears at 0-11 to 0-10 and it was their turn to take over proceedings for the remainder of the game with scores by Richard Finnegan (52), Derek Jordan (58) and Damien Tiernan (60) with what looked like a match win-

ning 0-13 to 0-11 lead.

However, that most dramatic of game conclusions unfurled in the 62nd minute with Ian Walsh netting the winner with help from Jimmy Sheehan and Christy Power to end a very enjoyable evening from a neutral point of view at the Kill venue.

Brickeys Top Three: Christy Power, Johnny Cooney, Nigel Whelan.

Gaultier’s Top Three: Eoin Corcoran, Derek Jordan, Evan

Corcoran.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Christy Power.

Number of Scorers: Brickeys 5. Gaultier 7.

Scores from Play: Brickeys 1-7. Gaultier 0-12.

Frees For: Brickeys 13.

Gaultier 18.

Wides: Brickeys 6. Gaultier 7.

Score of the Match: Brickeys winning goal in the 62nd minute, engineered by Jimmy Sheehan and Christy Power and executed

by Ian Walsh.

Scorers – Brickeys: Christy

Power 0-7 (4f), Ian Walsh 1-0, Johnny Cooney 0-2, Conor Fitzgerald and Mark Scanlon 0-1 each.

Gaultier: Eoin Carney 0-3 (1f), Donal McCarthy, Derek Jordan, James Murtagh and David Jones.

Richard Finnegan and Damien Tiernan 0-1 each.

Brickeys: James Corcoran; Nigel Whelan, Jimmy Sheehan, Anthony Murphy; Ray Landers, Kevin Walsh, Ian Walsh; Johnny Cooney, Shane Nugent; Mark Scanlon, James Cooney, Richard Halpin; Gavin Flynn, Conor

Fitzgerald, Christy Power.

Subs: Paul Whelan, Kevin McCarthy, Matt Kiely, Micheal Gee. Gaultier: Cian McDonagh; Conor Dunne, Robin Croke, Killian Jones; Evan Corcoran, Conor Langton, Sean Kelly; Richard Finnegan, Peter Traynor; David Jones, Donal McCarthy, Eoin Carney, Derek Jordan, James Murtagh, Rory Phelan.

Subs: Damien Tiernan, Eddie Kirwan.

Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).

Brickey Rangers Junior Team who defeated Gaultier. Back Row (Left to Right): Mark Scanlon, Richard Halpin, Jimmy Sheehan, Matt Kiely, Shane Nugent, Ray Landers, Johnny Cooney. Front Row: Left to right): Nigel Whelan, Ian Walsh, Anthony Murphy, Gavin Flynn, Christy Power, Kevin Walsh.

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J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Hurling Championship

Thomas Ryan in terrific form GROUP 1 Tallow ………………...2-13; Abbeyside ……………1-11.

A GATE of £825 witnessed the Tommy Ryan Show at a perfectly organised Lismore venue last Tuesday evening as this deserved Tallow win rockets the Bridesiders to the top of Group 1 ahead of fancied clubs Ballygunner, De La Salle and their most recent victims Abbeyside.

Abbeyside looked very flat in this game as it was Tallow who played more physically and with greater intensity throughout. On this showing, they will not fear any opposition and though still not automatically in the hat for the quarter finals, they are in the poll position to do so. This was Tallow’s second win at the Lismore venue and it was even more convincing than the first one against Ballyduff.

If ever one player dictated the result of a hurling match, it was Tallow’s Tommy Ryan, who finished the hour with a personal tally of 2-8 (0-5f). He was the first Tallow man to score at the start of the two halves and the last one to raise a flag at the end of each moiety. The scores he struck at the start of the halves were the key ones in the game as they were goals and the first one settled the winners and brought them into the game when Abbeyside held a 0-2 to 0-0 advantage while, twenty seconds into the second half,

his other major secured a 2-8 to 0-6 lead for his team. Ryan has enjoyed many a good game in the Tallow colours but rarely if ever a better one than this and he must be at least deserving of a place, on this performance, on the County Senior hurling panel.

Abbeyside have enjoyed a terrific start to this year’s championship but they didn’t look focused for this encounter and their hurling was poor. The Village started without regular keeper Sean Daly and corner back Eoin Bergin while once again the absence of Richie Foley was a major blow to their winning ambitions.

They badly required a goal to get into this game but it didn’t arrive until the 61st minute via one of their better players Mark Ferncombe at a stage when they trailed by 2-13 to 0-11.

Midfielder Kieran Geary was an absentee for Tallow and Jake Beecher started instead of Evan Sheehan.

The winners were alive to the contest throughout and their sideline constantly changed their forward personnel to effect. Abbeyside, playing against the breeze started brightly with points from John Hurney after just 20 seconds and a fine score by Stephen Cliffe also within the minute.

Tommy Ryan’s goal after a minute and a half was out of the street leagues as twice he controlled the sliotar forward

on the sod with his hurley, under pressure, before striking an unstoppable ground pull into the dressing end goal. Abbeyside responded very well with three unanswered points from Mark Ferncombe and a brace of pointed frees by Stephen Cliffe, 0-5 to 0-1 with nine minutes played.

Tallow began to get a grip on the game in general play and apart from an exchange of scores by the effective Paul O’Brien and 16 year old Darragh McGrath, who had moved from corner forward to midfield, they commenced their domination on the scoreboard.

Playing under increased pressure, Abbeyside conceded pointed frees to Thomas Ryan (2) and Paul Kearney, another excellent striker of a dead ball, to hold a 1-5 to 0-6 lead with 25 minutes played. It was all Tallow for the remainder of the half, Jordan Henley, now operating in the corner, struck a neat point and Ryan added a white flag of each description as the Bridesiders went in the happier on a 1-8 to 0-7 scoreline.

Hopes of an Abbeyside comeback were dashed by the speed of Tommy Ryan after just 20 seconds of the restart when his speed on the ball and his killer instincts resulted in the ball nestling in the Abbeyside net for a second time. Credit the Village,

they responded somewhat with scores from substitute Mark Gorman (34) and Mark Ferncombe (37) but they missed a pointed free attempt and Thomas Ryan punished them again with a score from play, 2-9 to 0-8 and the clock reading 39 minutes.

Abbeyside’s best period in the game followed and Tallow keeper Shaun O’Sullivan had to produce all his acrobatic skills to prevent a Stephen Cliffe goal with the attacker pointing the resultant ‘65’.

An improvement in Abbeyside’s performance followed with points by Gary Hurney from a pass by his brother John and a third score by Mark Ferncombe.

However, either side of this brace, Paul O’Brien and Aidan Kearney, from inside his own ‘65’, struck two of the best scores of the game, outshone only by the 52nd minute score of the match by Tommy Ryan, on the run off his hurley and on his left side.

Leading by 2-12 to 0-11, Tallow’s final point also came from the Man of the Match in the 55th minute, via his fifth pointed free before the action concluded with Stephen Cliffe placing Mark Ferncome for a well worked goal under pressure but it was too little to late from an Abbeyside point of view. Tallow enter the Inter County forced Summer recess in the best of places while Abbeyside are better

Referee Paul Foley pictured with captains MIchael O’Halloran (Abbeyside) and Mark O’Brien (Tallow). than the display they provided here and they are still on course for the quarter finals.

Tallow’s Top Three: Thomas Ryan, Aidan Kearney, Paul O’Brien.

Abbeyside’s Top Three: Mark Ferncombe, John Hurney, Stephen Cliffe.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Thomas Ryan.

Number of Scorers: Tallow 5.

Abbeyside 6.

Scores from Play: Tallow 2-7.

Abbeyside 1-8.

Frees For: Tallow 14.

Abbeyside 12.

Wides: Tallow 10. Abbeyside 5.

Score of the Match: Tommy Ryan’s 52nd minute point for Tallow on the run off his left hand side.

Scorers – Tallow: Thomas Ryan 2-8 (5f), Paul O’Brien 0-2, Paul Kearney 0-1f, Jordan Henley and Aidan Kearney 0-1 each.

Abbeyside: Mark Ferncombe 13, Stephen Cliffe 0-4 (2f, 1 ‘65’), John Hurney, Darragh McGrath, Mark Gorman, Gary Hurney 0-1 each.

Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Ken Kearney, David O’Brien, Mark O’Brien; Aidan Kearney, James Murray, Rob Beecher; Paul O’Brien, Jordan Henley; Jake Beecher, Thomas Ryan,

Bob McCarthy; Ryan Grey, Paul Kearney, William Henley. Subs: Evan Sheehan for Jake Beecher(38), Brian McCarthy for Rob Beecher(49).

Abbeyside: Laurence Hurney; Brian Looby, Conor Prunty, Shane O’Donovan; Sean O’Hare, Evan Collins, Maurice Power; Tiernan Murray, Michael O’Halloran; Mark Ferncombe, Patrick Hurney, John Hurney; Stephen Cliffe, Gary Hurney, Darragh McGrath. Subs: Mark Gorman for Michael O’Halloran (28), O’Halloran for Tiernan Murray (50).

Referee: Paul Foley (Ballygunner).

Strong first half showing gets De La Salle’s title challenge back on track De La Salle …………. 0-16, Ballygunner …………1-12.

HAVING had their worst start to the championship for many years, De La Salle could ill afford to drop two more points here to arch rivals Ballygunner in Walsh Park on Tuesday last and it was their greater need that saw them carry the game to the champions from the first whistle and so secure a 0-11 to 0-3 half-time lead that was just about enough to see them prevail against a strong second half Gunners’ rally.

Going into this game without Pauric Mahony, Ballygunner’s attacking options were further reduced by the absence of Brian O’Sullivan from the starting line up due to a hand injury sustained in their game with Fourmilewater. De La Salle were hit by a leg injury to County senior panellist and U-21 star Shane McNulty that reports suggest could see him out of action for the foreseeable future.

From the very start the urgency showed in De La Salle’s play with the midfield pairing of Eddie Barrett and Jake Dillon asserting early

supremacy in their precinct.

Playing with the breeze, Dillon opened the scoring from a free in the second minute and Kevin Moran, playing at centre back, followed up with a splendid score from inside his half.

Ballygunner’s first scoring opportunity came from a free inside their own half in the 4th minute with Stephen Power dropping back to take it and he duly obliged with a fine strike.

The game quickly settled into a stop start pattern with the referee seeming to be determined to keep a lid on things by blowing for frees that would not have been awarded in any of the Munster and Leinster championship games we have seen to date. Jake Dillon pointed a free in the 7th minute and Mahony’s absence was felt for the first time when Stephen Power failed to convert a free from midfield. The same player found the range again in the 10th minute following a foul on Shane O’Sullivan in midfield and at that stage the Gunners were flattered to be just one point behind on the

run of play.

De La Salle had a great chance of a goal in the 14th minute when Paidi Nevin was brought down when bursting forward inside the 12 metre box and Stephen O’Keeffe faced Jake Dillon for the one on one penalty. Beating O’Keeffe in any situation can be an intimidating task and Dillon’s powerful drive blazed inches over the crossbar.

Stephen Power was again wide from an outfield free but with Kevin Moran and Stephen Daniels asserting their authority in defence and Eddie Barrett dominating in midfield De La Salle took total control in the second quarter to outscore their opponents by seven points to one, three of which came from Dillon frees, two from Adam Farrell and one each from John Mullane and from Bryan Phelan with a long range free.

Ballygunner’s only reply came from another free by Stephen Power who was his side’s only scorer in the first half, an indication that the Gunners had big problems in attack. H.T. De La Salle 0-11; Ballygunner 0-3.

De La Salle went nine

points clear on the resumption with a Dillon point from play and the first signs of a Gunners’ revival came with a point from J. J. Hutchinson in the 34th minute. A quick short puck out by Stephen Brenner was intercepted and won by Barry O’Sullivan who returned it over the bar but seconds later the Gunners were kept in the game when Stephen O’Keeffe’s remarkable reflexes came to the rescue as he somehow managed to deflect a low, point blank pile driver from Paidi Nevin over the crossbar.

That save seemed to lift the Gunners as the De La Salle defence started to come under pressure for the first time.

Stephen Power rounded his marker at the other end and with just Stephen Brenner to beat his shot from a few metres shook the side netting. Barry O’Sullivan was showing a tremendous appetite for work as he led the Gunners’ revival, adding his second point in the 37th minute and Stephen Power’s point from a free cut the deficit to six points.

Ballygunner took the

gamble at this stage and called Brian O’Sullivan from the bench before Stephen Power pulled another point back in the 44th minute. A relieving clearance by Jake Dillon picked out John Mullane and his score, De La Salle’s first for fifteen minutes, brought some welcome relief from the Gunners’ pressure.

Stephen Power hit back with a point from play as minor Eddie Meaney was sent into the De La Salle attack with David Greene dropping back to replace Eoin Madigan in defence. Conor Power kept the Gunners’ offensive on track with a fine point before Jake Dillon hit back from a free but a Stephen Power wide from a free was to prove critical in the final context as points from frees by the same player in the 56th and 57th minutes left just a goal between the teams.

A much needed point by Adam Farrell in the 58th minute seemed enough to make the game safe for De La Salle but within a minute J. J. Hutchinson pounced for an opportunist goal at the other end and with two minutes of added time signalled the

game was really in the melting pot. De La Salle were awarded a free from some 65 metres in front of the post and Dillon calmly pointed leaving a goal the only option for the Gunners and in the final dramatic seconds Conor Power broke forward from the right wing. His low shot had Brenner beaten and seemed set to go in at the far post but it seemed to come back into play off the post with two Ballygunner players missing the opportunity to shoot to the net and De La Salle survived to get their championship bid back on track.

The first half of this game belonged to De la Salle as they controlled the game in every sector with Stephen Daniels and Kevin Moran on top in defence while Eddie Barrett and Jake Dillon stood out in midfield. Adam Farrell was their best forward throughout with best support coming from Paidi Nevin.

Ballygunner must have had a serious talking too following a lethargic first half display as they looked a different team in the second half.

Once again Stephen O’Keeffe was an inspiration in

goal with Barry Coughlan, Philip Mahony, Shane O’Sullivan, Conor Power and Barry O’Sullivan in particular stepping up to the plate in the second half.

Scorers – De La Salle: Jake Dillon 0-9 (8Fs), Adam Farrell 0-3, John Mullane 0-2, Bryan Phelan (0-1f)), Paidi Nevin 0-1.

Ballygunner: Stephen Power 0-8 (7Fs), J. J. Hutchinson 1-1, Barry O’Sullivan 0-2, Conor Power 0-1.

De La Salle: Stephen Brenner, Tom Moran, Ian Flynn, Stephen Daniels, Bryan Phelan, Kevin Moran, Eoin Madigan, Eddie Barrett, Jake Dillon, John Keane, Adam Farrell, Jack Kennedy, John Mullane, Paidi Nevin, David Greene.

Subs: Eddie Meaney for Madigan.

Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Robbie Cunningham, Barry Coughlan, Ian Kenny, Shane Walsh, David O’Sullivan, Philip Mahony, Harley Barnes, Shane O’Sullivan, Barry O’Sullivan, J. J. Hutchinson, Peter Hogan, Conor Power, Stephen Power, David Walsh. Subs – Brian O’Sullivan for D. Walsh, Tim O’Sullivan for Hogan.

Referee: Michael Wadding (Roanmore).

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John Prendergast scores hat-trick in Bushy Park GROUP 2 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3-21; An Rinn ………………1-13.

ON an ideal Summer’s evening for the ancient game in Bushy Park last Tuesday evening, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg leapfrogged Stradbally to the top of Group 2 in the Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship with the most convincing of wins against An Rinn.

The winner’s John Prendergast was the main man on view as he rattled the An Rinn’s net on three occasions and the first two of them as early as the first quarter.

An Rinn were short Donie Breathnach, Tadhg O hUallachain, Cian O Conchubair, Noel O Murchadha and Lorcan O Corraoin but, whether or which, Clashmore were on fire here and for the first time in two years, they displayed their Championship winning potential. The 2013 Western Finalists were fast out of the blocks and they confirmed their pre match favouritism by jumping into a result defining 2-9 to 0-2 advantage by the 25th minute leading to a halftime scoreline of 2-11 to 1-3 in their favour.

Minor Player Paddy Prendrgast began Clashmore’s tally with a white flag and his big brother John took centre stage in the third minute with the first of his three goals. Clashmore, sensing an early kill, drove on and further scores by Tadgh Bourke, Sean Fleming (0-3), Brian O’Halloran (0-2), Cillian O’Keeffe and John Prendergast (1-1) were answered by just two pointed frees by An Rinn via Padraig O Murchadha and Billi Breathnach. Cathal Curran gave An Rinn a little hope

Sean Fleming scored five points for Clashmore. with a 26th minute goal and Padraig O Murchadha pointed a free but further scores by Sean Fleming, who finished the hour with an impressive 0-5, and Edmond O’Halloran deflated the importance of these heading into the half time break.

An Rinn recommenced encouragingly with minor scores by Padraig O Murchadha (f), Liam O Lonain and Fearghal O Cuirrin but they never threatened a second and badly needed green flag. In this period, Clashmore replied emphatically by recording a commanding nine of the next ten scores from Tadgh Bourke, 0-2f, Cillian O’Keeffe, 0-2 (1f), Paddy Prendergast 0-2, Sean Fleming and John Predergast’s third and final goal in the 48th minute.

The score now read 3-19 to 1-7 in the 51st minute, following which An Rinn struck points via Padraig O Murchadha, Seamai Mac Craith, Bili Breathnach and Lucas O Cuirrin but the match was well won by

Clashmore at this stage.

Edmond O’Halloran and Declan Allen brought Clashmore’s points tally beyond the number twenty mark and Fearghal O Cuirrin ended the scoring in the 62nd minute.

An Rinn lost out in more than one way here as they played Conor O Cuirrin, Seanai Mac Craith and Lucas O Cuirrin from their Junior side, having already used Declan O hArtaigh and Cathal Curran from the Junior team that beat Abbeyside in the first round. However, this was hard to avoid with the number of regular Intermediate players missing from the Bushy Park fixture where they were reduced to fourteen men due to an off the ball incident.

Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s final Group 2 match is against Ballinameela while An Rinn have two remaining fixtures, against Brickeys and Stradbally.

Clashmore: Mark McGrath; Ciaran Bourke, Jason Seward, Sean Bourke; Colm Faherty, Tadgh Bourke 0-3 (2f), Padraig O'Rourke; Edmond O'Halloran 0-2, Aidan Trihy; Brian O'Halloran 0-2, Sean Fleming 0-5, Declan Allen 0-2; Paddy Prendergast 0-3, John Prendergast 3-1, Cillian O'Keeffe 0-3 (2f). Subs: Ronan Fitzgerald for Cillian O'Keeffe, Paudie Nugent for Ciaran Bourke.

An Rinn: Donal O'Murchadha; Jamie De Barun 0-1, Sean O Cuirrin, Deaglan O hArtaigh; Fearghal O Cuirrin, Cristoir Breathnach, Eoghan Breathnach; Ferdia OhAodha, Conchubhar O'Cuirrin; Cathal O Cuirrin 1-0, Bili Breathnach 0-3 (1f), Aodhan MacGearailt; Padraig O Murchadha 0-4 (3f), Liam O Lonain 0-1, Fearghal O Cuirrin 0-2. Subs: Seanai MacCraith, 0-1 for Aodhan MacGearailt, Lucas O Cuirrin, 0-1 for Cathal O'Cuirrin.

Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

Micheál Power, captain of the Dungarvan team after winning the plate final at the John Meehan Tournament which was presented by the Meehan family. Also included is Megan Daly, Chairperson of Dungarvan GAA Juvenile Club.

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Ballygunner set down a marker DIVISION 1 Ballygunner …………6-19; Cappoquin ……………1-9 CAPPOQUIN took on Ballygunner in the Sportsfield on Monday last and the Cornerstone lads opened brightly going 1-3 to 0-2 ahead early on, with Aaron O’Sullivan getting all the scores, but the concession of soft goals put a strong Ballygunner side in the ascendency at the interval to lead 3-8 to 1-5.With the aid of the breeze in the second half the Gunners were unstoppable putting in a powerful performance to run out comfortable winners at the final whistle.

Cappoquin were without Jason Molumby, who played with them in last year’s Division 2 County Final.

Jason headed off to Brighton Hove Albion on a soccer contract last weekend and the Observer wishes him well in his career making ambitions across the water.

Cappoquin: Keith O’Sullivan, Jordan Kearney, Craig Dunne, Mikey Bray, Matt Noonan, Andy Molumby, Nathan O’Mahoney, Jack Mangan, Tommy McCarthy, Daragh O’Rourke, Mick Meaney, Sean Cullinane, Simon Power, Aaron O’Sullivan, Jack Coffey.

Subs used: Gavin Deevy, Ciaran Power.

Ballygunner: Conor Murphy, Cathal Ryan, Dave Cullinane, Daragh Hogan, Shane Kennedy, Shane Hannon, Nicky Byrne, Gus Flynn, Chris Thomas, Harry Ruddle, Peter Hogan, Mick Mahony, Billy O’Sullivan, Pat Lambe, Mark Mulally. Subs: Dylan Spillane, Todd Loughnane, Sean Butler, Stephen Jones, Oliver Sharpe, Sean O’Sullivan, David Dawson, Conor Stratton, Michael Smyth.

Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Good win for Cois Bhride away from home Cois Bhride …………2-19; Ballyduff …………….0-11.

COIS Bhride made the long journey to Ballyduff worthwhile last Monday evening with a good start of championship win against the Ballyduff/ Kilmacthomas combination. This is the winner’s second year in the top flight and their progress will be watched with keen interest during the championship.

Balluduff were short Callum Lyons for this game and likewise Cois Bhride were without the services of John Paul Lucey. The winners led at the break by 1-9 to 0-5 with their goal coming from a penalty by Ryan Grey.

Darragh Buckley added a second green flag on the restart and other players to contribute points included Kelvyn O’Farrell, Edward O’Neill, Shane Ryan and Jake Neville. Most of Ballyduff’s white flags came from frees by Jack Kennedy and more from play with some help in this regard from Ross Coffey O’Shea.

Referee Killian O’Sullivan (Cappoquin) pictured with captains Darragh O’Grady (Brickeys) and Conor Prunty (Abbeyside) before their Minor Hurling championship game in Bushy Park last Monday evening.

Cois Bhride: D. Tobin; R. Geary, J. Beecher, T. Roche; D. Mulcahy, J. Henley, I. Beecher; J. Neville, E. Hynes; E. O’Neill, K. O’Farrell, S. Ryan; D. Buckley, R. Grey, A. Buckley. Subs: B. Hynes, K. O’Flynn.

Ballyduff: R. Murray; P. Gallagher, B. Kennedy, R. Dunphy; A. Fitzsimmons, C. Dunphy, J. Power; J. Long, K. Cheasty; R. Coffey O’Shea, J. Kennedy, C. Dempsey; C. Kennedy, D.Cusack, D. Walsh.

Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Champions win in Bushy Park DIVISION 2 Abbeyside …………1-13; Brickey Rangers ……1-7.

ABBEYSIDE are regarded in some quarters as too strong for this Division but Brickeys made them fight all the way for a hard earned win in Bushy Park last Monday evening. The difference between the teams on a difficult night for hurling was the Villagers’ Darragh McGrath, who is making great progress in mastering the ancient game. McGrath scored 1-7 in total from midfield in a game where his side trailed by 1-5 to 0-6 at the short whistle.

Michael O’Dwyer scored the Brickey goal in the 24th minute but the home team didn’t score again until the 52nd minute and in between Abbeyside registered 1-7.

Apart from Darragh McGrath, the winners were well served by Ronan Mansfield, who excelled at full back, Conor Prunty, David Looby and James Beresford while the youthful Tom Looby and Jack Kiely showed scoring predator instincts in attack.

Brickeys were over dependant on Carthach Barry for their scores while Jordan Whelan Veale and Dylan O’Donovan did excellent man marking jobs in defence.

Cathal Curran and Paul Whelan were in the thick of the action throughout for a Brickey side, who should win

more games than they lose in this year’s championship.

Abbeyside: Seamus Ryan; Shane Ahearne, Ronan Mansfield, Tony Collins; Cormac Dwyer 0-1, Conor Prunty, Ryan Daly; Darragh McGrath 1-7 (6f), David Looby; Ruairi Conway, James Beresford, Kevin Dwane; Eoin Kiely 0-2, Darragh Smith, Tom Looby 0-1. Subs: Jack Kiely 0-2 Anthony Fitzgerald, Ben Mulligan, Sean Whelan Barrett, Tiernan Fagan.

Brickeys: Michael O’Hanlon; Eoghan Curran, Jordan Whelan Veale, Rory Curran; Dylan O’Donovan, Cathal Curran, Ryan O’Neill; Darragh O’Grady, Paul Lannon; Michael O’Dwyer 1-0, Paul Whelan, Carthach Barry 0-5 (3f); Darragh Herlihy 0-1, Conor Whelan 0-1, Joshua Whelan Veale. Sub: Maurice Daly.

Referee: Killian O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

OTHER RESULTS Meanwhile, in other Division 2 games, Clan Na Gael scored a thrilling 4-11 to 3-13 win away to Mt. Sion and Roanmore defeated home side Clonea by 3-11 to 1-10.

St. Pat’s made the long trip to Tramore a winning one on a scoreline of 2-12 to 1-9. The St. Pat’s team lined out as follows.

Nicky O’Donovan scored Pat’s two goals, one from play and the second from a 20 metre penalty.

St. Pats: Cian O'Byrne, Keith Hickey, Bryan Fraher, Sam Murphy Nix, Reece Stringer, Dan Booth, Gary Power, Ronan Gleeson, Gavin Dalton, Jack Skehan, Mike Kearns, Jason Dunford, Jonathan Carroll, Nicky O'Donovan, Kieran Tobin. Subs: Gearóid Hallinan (for J. Dunford) Adam Dunford (for K. Tobin).

DIVISION 3 (Group 1)

Big win for St. Olivers St. Olivers ……………2-21; Ardmore ……………...0-11.

IT was difficult to see the goalposts at a foggy Ardmore venue last Monday evening but St. Olivers still managed to score 2-21 in a comprehensive 2-10 win against the home team.

St. Olivers: Donagh Looby; Richie Lynch, Jack Sullivan,

Micheal Culloo, Mikey O’Brien, Tiernan O’Connell, Mikey Phelan, Liam O’Connell, Elliot Stackwood, Mark Lynch, Liam O’Brien, Rob Shine, David Halley. Subs: Jack Griffin, Joe Duggan, Sam Hallahan.

Ardmore: Jack Walsh, Richard Carroll, Eoghan O’Shea, Padraig Foley, Eoin Conway, Mark Humphries, James Michael Flavin, John O’Brien, Dylan Reid, Stephen Keating, Sean Veale, Michael O’Neill, Seamus Cronin.

Subs: David Walsh, Jack Keane, Lee Morrissey, William Power.

Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Goals wins games Fourmilewater ………..4-5; An Ghaeltacht ………0-14.

PLAYED in Ballymac on Monday evening last, the half-time score read an unusual 3-0 to 0-9. An Ghaeltacht enjoyed the greater amount of possession but it was the goals by Fourmilewater’s Dylan Guiry (2), Tom Barron from a penalty and Glen Cullinane that edged the home team into the winner’s enclosure.

Fourmilewater: Ross Guiry, Jake Mulcahy, Stephen Ryan, Cian Boyle, Tom Barron, Ciaran Walsh, Liam Cooney, Ciaran Looney, Jordan Ryan, Dylan Guiry, Darragh Morrissey, Ciaran Ryan, Glen Cullinane.

An Ghaeltacht: Ciaran O Maoileain, Paddy De Roiste, Brian De Baruin, Seaghan O Donnabhain, Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Oisin Mac Siomoin, Conor O Cuirrin, Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Tomas O Cadhla, Brandon Toibin, Seanai Mac Craith, Paraic O Lonain, Aaron O Crotaigh, Paidi O Foghlu. Fir Ionaid: Seadhna Mac Giolla Chuda, Sean O Laoire, Conal O Briain, Jack O Domhnaill.

Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

DIVISION 3 (GROUP 2) RESULTS St. Saviours 2-12; De La Salle ‘B’ 2-8.

St. Mary’s 6-17; Ferrybank 4-7.

Portlaw 6-12; Erin’s Own 1-5.

• (See full match report on page seven of the Dungarvan versus Passage Minor Hurling championship).

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Gaelic Jottings Trip to Tipp THE County’s Senior hurling manager Derek McGrath welcomed last week’s decision by the Munster Council ‘s Competition Control Committee (CCC) to stage the July 12th Munster SHC final in Semple Stadium. The Provincial CCC met in Limerick where they supported the proposal, endorsed by the Waterford County Board, for Thurles to host the game.

Board executive members from Waterford and Tipperary met on Monday week last where they came to an agreement on the decider taking place at Tipperary’s home grounds. That decision came after McGrath had indicated his preference for the game to be played in Semple Stadium ahead of the neutral Gaelic Grounds where Tipperary beat Limerick in their recent Munster SHC semi-final.

Meanwhile, McGrath is to be offered an extension to his current agreement on the back of the hurlers’ nine-game unbeaten run this year. The De La Salle man was appointed in October 2013 on a three-year term but when contacted recently, County Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan confirmed the executive have spoken about giving a ringing endorsement to McGrath.

“There is general support in the county for Derek and the county executive as well,” he said. “There have been positive moves taking place.“When you’ve something good going, you can’t turn your back on it. There have been discussions. I’m sure that if I proposed an extension to the executive, they would accept it’’, added the Chairman.

Midweek championship games THE final Round 3 three games of the JJ Kavanagh Senior Hurling Championship were played last Tuesday week and Jake Dillon shot nine points for De La Salle as they scored their first win, deservingly beating reigning champions Ballygunner in the process with a 0-17 to 1-12 victory in Walsh Park.The winners held a 0-11 to 0-3 half-time advantage.

Fourmilewater secured their first win on a 1-16 to 0-12 against Ballyduff Upper in the Fraher Field. Both teams were pointless up to this game and an early goal by the returning James McGrath was the defining score here.

This win brings Fourmilewater back into contention for a quarter final berth while Ballyduff have sunken deeper into a relegation possibility.

Tallow continued their successful trips to the Lismore venue with a comprehensive 2-13 to 1-11 victory over a fancied Abbeyside fifteen. The Tommy Ryan Show produced a tally of 2-8 for the speedy Tallow man, lifting his club to the summit of Group 1 and even the most ardent Tallow supporter would not have forecasted this before they took the field in their first match against De La Salle.

Jim Power Under 14 Inter County Football Tournament THE very popular Jim Power Tournament, sponsored by Waterford Bord Na nÓg and the Power Family, Kilmacthomas takes place this Saturday, July 4th in the Dungarvan area and will be well worth a visit to see the InterCounty footballers of the future in action.

FIXTURES Group 1 at Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds Team 1: Rebel Og West. Team 2: Tipperary A. Team 3: Clare.

Group 2 Bushy Park (Brickey Rangers GAA Grounds) Team 1: Kerry South. Team 2: Rebel Og East. Team 3: Limerick Group 3 at Bushy Park (Brickey Rangers GAA Grounds) Team 1: Tipperary B. Team 2: Kerry North. Team 3: Waterford.

ALL FIXTURES START AT 11.00 am 12.30 pm, and 2.00 pm Cup Semi-Finals at 3:30 pm- Bushy Park. Plate final at 4:30 pm – Fraher Field, Dungarvan. Cup Final at 6:00 pm – Fraher Field, Dungarvan.

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION All games 20 minutes aside. 2 panels of 24 players. Full G.A.A. rules apply.

The top three teams in each group plus the 4th best of the rest qualify for the Cup semi-finals with the 5th and 6th placed teams in the groups qualifying for the plate final. Separating teams finishing level on points in groups as follows (1) Head to Head (2) Scores conceded (3) goals conceded.

Separating teams finishing level from finals: 2 periods of Extra-time 2 x 5 mins and if no winner after extra-time then 3 penalties each and then sudden death.

If a player is sent off during the course of a game for two yellow cards, he will miss the rest of the game. If a player is sent off for a straight red card he is not allowed play in the next game of the tournament. All kick-outs from the ground.

Western Board continue their Championship Programme THE Western Board finished all their championships as per schedule in 2014 and it is on target to achieve this again this year with their busy programme continuing weekly. The following are this week’s fixtures.

Friday, 3rd July Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Ballyduff V Sliabh gCua at Fraher Field 8 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Shamrocks V Affane at Ballyduff 7.30 pm Lawlors hotel Junior Football Intermediate attached: Geraldines V Ballinacourty at Colligan 7.30 pm Saturday, 4th July Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Geraldines V Ballinacourty at Fraher Field 7.30 pm Ballinameela V Dungarvan at Bushy Park 7.30 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: An Sean Phobal V Emmetts at Dungarvan Club grounds 7.30 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached: Ballysaggart V Melleray at Lismore 7.30 pm Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: Tourin V Modeligo at Tourin 7.30 pm The final round of games in the Intermediate football championship takes precedence this weekend with Ballinameela, Ballyduff and Ballinacourty favourites to win their respective games.

The latest news is that there is going to be a relegation play off in this championship and this should be between Sliabh gCua and Dungarvan.

The Premier Junior Football Championship also reaches its concluding Group stages with two remaining games, Emmetts v Sean Phobail and

Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel presents the May Sportstar Award to Kevin Moran. Included are Derek McGrath, Waterford Senior Hurling Manager; Mark Cooney and Neil Gough, Adjudicator.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Shamrocks v Affane. Both Emmetts and Affane will be missing key players but the Colligan club should have the better resources to come through this game at the Dungarvan club grounds and top the table narrowly on points difference over Modeligo.

Shamrocks have one only one of their four games to date so Affane can return to winning ways following recent defeats to Modeligo and Emmetts.

In the Junior, Intermediate Attached championship, wins should be recorded

by Ballinacourty and Ballysaggart over Geraldines and Melleray respectively.

Both Geraldines and Melleray have just one win at present from three games played. ‘Courty are unbeaten and ‘Saggart are in second place on the table ahead of Kilgobinet on points difference. The final round of games will be Ballinacourty v Melleray, Emmetts v Geraldines and Kilgobinet v Ballysaggart.

Hurling friends and foes pay tribute to Jimmy Doyle HURLING greats of the past gathered in Thurles last week to pay their respects to the late Jimmy Doyle, regarded as one of the best ever iomanai to catch a hurley in his hand and respected as a gentleman both on and off the field.

Jimmy Doyle was very much respected also in the Deise County and hurling folk from past and present generations around the county paid their respects in Thurles to one of the all time greats.

Former Tipperary team-mates in attendance included Sarsfields club president 92-year-old Mickey “The Rattler” Byrne, Michael Murphy, Donie Nealon, Theo English, Tom Moloughney, Liam Devaney, John O’Grady, Mackey McKenna, Billy Quinn, Noel O’Dwyer, and Jimmy Finn.

Officialdom was represented by the GAA President Aogain O Fearghaill, Robert Frost, chairman of the Munster Council, PRO Ger Ryan, Michael Bourke, chairman and Tim Floyd secretary, and officers of Tipperary County Board.

Hurling names from bygone years in attendance included: Ray Cummins,

Denis Coughlan, Tony Maher, Gerald McCarthy, Willie Walsh, Pat Fitzgerald and Gerry Fitzgerald from Cork; Kilkenny players Paddy Moran, Pat Henderson, Jim Treacy, Noel Skehan and Liam “Chunky” O’Brien; Pat and Bernie Hartigan, Eamon Cregan, Ned Rea, and PJ Keane from Limerick and Tom Neville, Pat Nolan, Dan Quigley from Wexford.

Michael Lyster on the mend RTÉ Sport presenter Michael Lyster has spoken about surviving a recent serious heart attack and said he is hoping to return to his role on The Sunday Game before the end of July. Born in Dungarvan, the 61-year-old Galway man has been The Sunday Game anchor since 1984 and collapsed after a major cardiac arrest at his south Dublin home on 5th June.

Michael described how his wife, Anne, saved his life by administering CPR, pounding his chest and giving the kiss of life, for the ten minutes or so it took the ambulance to arrive at his home. He said it was a huge stroke of luck that he had left his mobile phone behind in friend and fellow sports journalist Vincent Hogan’s car - because it was Hogan who discovered him collapsed unconscious in the hallway when he returned with the phone a few minutes after dropping Michael off at home. Michael spent ten days in hospital and has had a defibrillator fitted in his chest to avoid a repeat of another serious heart attack.

Sweet victory for Westmeath WESTMEATH breathed some muchneeded life into the Leinster Football Championship with a stunning comeback win over near neighbours Meath at Croke Park.The dubious prize of a Provincial decider against the unstoppable Dubs awaits but nobody in Westmeath cares about that for the moment. This was Westmeath’s first ever championship win against Meath.

In the other semi-final, Dublin beat Kildare easily to meet Westmeath in the

Provincial decider.In Ulster, Donegal, as expected, progressed to another final after dispatching Derry.

Knock-out time COUNTY Junior Football Senior Attached: Friday, July 3rd: Kilrossanty v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Ardmore at 7.30 pm.

Friday, July 3rd: Nire v Brickeys in Abbeyside at 7.30pm.

Sargent Cup Senior Hurling Semi Finals: Sunday, July 5th: Ballygunner v Fourmilewater in Fraher Field at 12.30 pm Sunday, July 5th: Passage v Dungarvan in Fraher Field at 2 pm.

Scor Na Seachtaine TOMMY Ryan’s 52nd minute point for Tallow in their Senior Hurling Championship game against Abbeyside in Lismore on the run off his left hand side near the sideline and 50 metres out from goal.

Round 2B All-Ireland football Qualifiers draws TYRONE have been drawn at home to Meath in the most intriguing match-up in the All-Ireland round 2B football qualifiers. In the other three clashes, Derry will host Wexford, Tipperary will host Louth and Armagh will host Galway.

The round 2B fixtures will take place on Saturday, 11th July.

The Irish abroad LAST Sunday in the first round of the West American Football League played in Treasure Island, San Francisco between Ulster and the Celts, Ray O Ceallaigh from Rinn and Eoin O’Brien from Stradbally were playing full back and wing forward for Ulster and The Celts respectively. Former Galway star Sean Armstrong was full forward for Ulster in a game that the Celts won by 112 to 0-14 with Eoin O’Brien scoring 0-5 for the winners.

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J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Hurling Championship

Fourmilewater find lifeline at Fraher Field Fourmilewater ………1-16; Ballyduff Upper ……0-12.

BAR a draw, one of the teams were going to be in serious relegation trouble when the final whistle sounded in the Fraher Field last Tuesday evening and it turned out to be Ballyduff who couldn’t get a foothold in this match following James McGrath’s opportunist 5th minute goal. Ballyduff have experienced difficulties in replacing Adrian Power since he emigrated to the USA and it came back to haunt them again here when new goalie David Walsh couldn’t control a long Seamus Lawlor delivery and James McGrath reacted fastest to strike the only goal of the game.

Apart from the goal, Fourmilewater enjoyed the longest sequence of unanswered scores and it was this ability that earned them their first championship win and keep them involved in an outside chance of making the quarter finals. Fourmile led by 1-9 after 20 minutes, by 1-10 to 0-4 at the short whistle and by 0-6 at the end of the third quarter. Four unanswered scores in the final quarter sped them across the finishing line and the honours rested where they belonged when referee Michael O’Brien sounded the long whistle.

Shane Walsh and Jamie Barron (65) opened the scor-

ing with Mikey Kearney (f) getting the Reds off the mark.

Fourmile’s first sequence of unanswered scores after James McGrath’s green flag with white ones by Jamie Barron, Conor Gleeson, Dylan Guiry, 0-2 each and Seamus Lawlor. This gave the winners a healthy 1-9 to 0-1 lead and one from which Ballyduff never subsequently recovered.

Trailing by 1-10 to 0-4 at the break, Ballyduff made early use of the breeze on the restart with scores by Kevin Casey and Mikey Keraney and by the end of the third quarter their deficit had been reduced to 1-12 to 0-9, aided by points by Jamie and Shane Kearney. Fourmile, however, came back with another sequence of unanswered scored via Brian Wall, Diarmuid Wall (2) and Shane Walsh as the scoreboard read a healthy 1-16 to 0-9 in their favour. The game ended with points by Jamie, Brian and Mikey Kearney for Ballyduff and Jamie Barron’s (‘65’) sixth and Fourmilewater’s sixteenth as the Ballymac based team ran out deserving winners.

This win is a welcome boost for Fourmile but perhaps, it is too late with difficult games to face against De La Salle and Tallow. However, if they can return to their early season form, they may not be out of the equation yet.

Ballyduff have it all to do now with assignments to come against De La Salle, who seem to have returned to form, and a Tallow team that are on the crest of a wave.

They may have to win a relegation play off to secure their senior status for 2016. They could be matched with Lismore from Group 2 or any of two or three other teams, and if it is the former, than what a mouth watering prospect that would be.

Scorers – Fourmilewater: Jamie Barron 0-6 (5fs, 1 65’), James McGrath 1-0, Diarmuid Wall, Shane Walsh, Conor Gleeson, Dylan Guiry 0-2 each, Brian Wall and SeamusLawlor 0-1 each. Ballyduff Upper: Mikey Kearney 0-5 (4fs), Kevin Casey 0-3, Jamie Kearney 0-2, Brian Kearney and Shane Kearney 0-1 each.

Fourmilewater: Kenny Brazil; Dermot Ryan, Thomas O’Gorman, Darren Guiry; Diarmuid Wall, Brian Wall, Gearoid Hearne; Craig Guiry, Seamus Lawlor; Conor Gleeson, Michael O’Gorman, Jamie Barron; James McGrath, Shane Walsh, Dylan Guiry. Sub: Alan Lawlor for Brian Wall.

Ballyduff Upper: David Walsh; Denis McDonagh, Tom Molumphy, Shane Hannon; Jamie Hannon, Shane Kearney, Michael Kearney; Seamus Hannon, Jamie Kearney; Eoin Scanlon, Stephen Molumphy, Tom Feeney; Mikey Kearney, Andrew Casey, Kevin Casey.

Sub: Brian Kearney for EoinScanlon.

Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Ballyduff continues to impress RADLEY ENGINEERING WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Ballyduff …………….2-10; Ballinameela …………0-9.

FOLLOWING their 2-9 to 014 win over Geraldines in Round 3, 2013 champions Ballyduff showed that their current form is no flash in the pan when they overcame championship favourites Ballinameela by 2-1 in Lismore last Saturday evening.

Second half goals by Mikey Kearney and minor Eoin O’Brien were the key scores here after the Reds trailed by 0-6 to 0-3 at the short whistle. This, their third win, puts Ballyduff in a very strong position heading into their final game against Sliabh gCua, while Ballinameela should get the better of Dungarvan, which will make the qualifying quar-

tet Ballinacourty, Geraldines, Ballyduff and Ballinameela.

Ballinameela aren’t cosistantly flying on all cyclinders at present and the absence of Jim and Tom Curran in Lismore was always going to be too much to bear for their winning intentions.

Ballinameela’s Micheal Shine was the game’s first half key player with 0-4 (2f) to his credit and he received support on the board from wing back John Harrington and corner forward Rob Shine.

Ballyduff were confined to 0-3 in the first moiety via scores by Mikey Kearney and a brace of points by towering full forward Seamus Hannon.

However, the winners outscored their opponents by 2-7 to 0-3 after the break to deservingly record their third championship victory. In addition to their two green flags, Ballyduff added points by Mikey Kearney (0-3), midfielder Stephen Molumphy (0-

2), Seamus Hannon and the hard working Brian Kearney.

Ballinameela’s second half scores came from midfielders Brian Phelan and the inform Micheal Shine.

The remaining Group games are Ballinacourty v Geraldines, Ballinameela v Dungarvan and Ballyduff v Sliabh gCua. Ballyduff: David Walsh; Tommy Feeney, Shane Kearney, Maurice McNamara; Shane Hannon, Michael Kearney, Jamie Hannon; Jamie Kearney, Stephen Molumphy 0-2; Eoin O’Brien 1-0, Mikey Kearney 1-4, Brian Kearney 0-1; Colin Keane 0-1, Seamus Hannon 0-3, Cian Leamy. Subs: Colm Horgan, Denis McDonagh.

Ballinameela: Jack McGrath; Darren Mulcahy, Kealon Looby, James Shine; John Harrington 0-1, Kevin Phelan, Christy Troy; Lorcan Looby 0-1, Brian Phelan 0-1; Micheal Culloo, Cian Culloo, Micheal Shine 0-5 (2f); Rob Shine 0-1, Tom Kiely, Shane Flavin.

Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Fraher Field Fixtures Friday, 3rd July Intermediate Football: at 8.00 p.m. Sliabh gCua V Ballyduff Saturday, 4th July Ladies Football Minor Championship Munster ‘B’ Final: at 12.30 p.m. Waterford V Tipperary Jim Power Tournament: at 4.30 p.m. Plate Final at 6.00 p.m. Cup Final Intermediate Football: at

7.30 p.m. Geraldines V Ballinacourty Sunday, 5th July Sargent Cup Semi-Finals at 12.30 p.m.

Fourmilewater V Ballygunner at 2.00 p.m.

Passage East V Dungarvan TICKET & PROGRAMME BOOTHS A new Ticket Booth is now in operation at the main

entrance. It is hoped that this will speed up the process of gaining entry to the field. Also one stile has been allocated for Pass-holders entry only.

All pass holders must enter through this stile in order to have their passes scanned.

A new booth for the sale of programmes, which is situated just inside the main gate.

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents Gearoid Murphy, Na nGael, winner of the Waterford GAA Juvenile Poc Fáda Competition with his prize. Included are Donal Casey, De La Salle (2nd), Patrick Power, Kilrossanty (3rd) and Eoin Fitzgerald, Stradbally (4th).

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J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Football Championship

Kilrossanty hold off late Saviours rally Kilrossanty …………… 1-7; St. Saviours ………...… 1-4.

FIFTEEN minutes into this game neither side had managed to raise a flag and even after Eoin Cummins’ scrappy goal then broke the deadlock the prospect of a 1-0 to 0-0 score line at half-time was very much on the cards with both sides failing to create real scoring opportunities.

That embarrassment was averted thanks to the intervention of Kilrossanty’s Paul Whyte, who succeeded in notching three points before half time, but Saviours’ response of just one point from a Gareth Duffy free simply highlighted their lack of a reliable free taker and their inability to turn good possession into scoring opportunities.

Playing with the breeze in the first half Kilrossanty’s forwards found it hard to make headway against a defence minded Saviours side playing Joey Phelan as an extra defender and pulling players back in numbers when under pressure. Saviours looked dangerous when breaking forward out of defence at pace but poor decision making saw good work undone and the fact that they missed

at least four scoreable frees before Gareth Duffy finally found the range in the 24th minute for their only score of the first half demonstrated their need to come up with a reliable kicker before going into their remaining Group games against Stradbally and Brickey Rangers.

The first score of the game came in the 15th minute when a Joey Veale shot for a point was fumbled by Paul Houlihan under the crossbar and Eoin Cummins arrived to force the ball to the net. Paul Whyte added a point in the 20th minute before Duffy broke his side’s duck with a point from a free at the fifth attempt. The scores were still slow in coming as Whyte pointed a free in the 27th minute following a foul on himself and after Tommy Prendergast raced through to point in the 28th minute Paul Houlihan in the Saviours goal atoned for his earlier error with a brilliant save from Paul Whyte at the expense of a ‘45’ which Whyte duly converted to give his side a 1-4 to 0-1 lead.

A foul on Donal Fitzgerald was punished by another Whyte point from the free inside a minute of the

resumption but for Saviours the problems of the first half persisted with a couple more missed frees before Mickey Merrigan replaced Stephen Whelan in the 42nd minute.

The substitute quickly made his mark with a fine point.

Paul Whyte retained his side’s seven point lead with a fine score in the 47th minute but if Merrigan announced his arrival with a score so too did Tadhg Meyler when he pounced on a fumble in the Kilrossanty goalmouth to slip the ball to the net in the 51st minute.

Kieran Murphy followed up with a point and suddenly it was game on with just under ten minutes to play.

A point from Peter Crowley left just two points between the teams in the 53rd minute but the Saviours comeback was stalled in the 57th minute when the same player was ordered off on a straight red card. Though the city side continued to press forward they had left their rally too late and a sweet point from Paul Whyte in the 60th minute sealed his side’s victory.

Neither side can be happy with its performance here and though Kilrossanty will be pleased to have maintained

their unbeaten run they can be thankful that Paul Whyte, after a slow start, was on hand to produce his best form with six invaluable points.

Saviours face a difficult task against Stradbally next time out but it could be their final game with Brickey Rangers that will decide their fate.

Scorers – Kilrossanty: Paul Whyte 0 – 6 (2Fs, 1’45’), Eoin Cummins 1-0, Tommy Prendergast 0-1.

St. Saviours: Tadhg Meyler 1-0, Gareth Duffy (F), Micky Merrigan, Kieran Murphy and Peter Crowley 0-1 each.

Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne, Killian Whelan, Mark Prendergast, Barry Prendergast, Pa Whyte, Stephen Prendergast, James Whyte, Tommy Prendergast, Niall Walsh, Alan Quinn, Eoin Cummins, Donal Fitzgerald, Bobby Power, Paul Whyte, Joey Veale.

Subs: Willie Brazil for Walsh St. Saviours: Paul Houlihan, Dean Crowley, Brian Quinn, Anthony Jacob, Adam Brophy, Darren Touhy, Kieran Murphy, Peter Crowley, Keelan Cassidy, John Paul Jacob, Stephen Whelan, Joey Whelan, Gareth Duffy, Brian Power.

Subs: Shaun Corcoran for Power, Micky Merrigan for Whelan, Tadhg Meyler for Cassidy, Michael O’Brien for Boland.

Referee: Kieran O’Toole.

Western Board Results RESULTS Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3-21; An Rinn 1-13 Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Ballyduff 2-10; Ballinameela 0-9 Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: St. Mary’s 0-15; Tourin 1-7 Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Modeligo 0-15; Tallow 1-10 Local Bar Junior B Hurling: Glen Rovers 5-17; Modeligo 0-11 Geraldines 7-17; An Rinn 2-7

Shamrocks 2-18; Cappoquin 0-11 FIXTURES Friday, 3rd July Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Ballyduff V Sliabh gCua at Fraher Field 8 pm Ballinameela V Dungarvan at Ballinameela 8 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Shamrocks V Affane at Ballyduff 7.30 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate attached: Geraldines V Ballinacourty at

Colligan 7.30 pm Saturday, 4th July Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Geraldines V Ballinacourty at Fraher Field 7.30 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: An Sean Phobal V Emmetts at Dungarvan Club grounds 7.30 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached: Ballysaggart V Melleray at Lismore 7.30 pm Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: Tourin V Modeligo at Tourin 7.30 pm

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Lawlors Hotel Western Premier Junior Football Championship

Troy brothers test Tallow Modeligo …………….0-15; Tallow ………………...1-10.

A MATCH tally of 0-12 by the Troy brothers, Michael, Jamie and Shane went almost all the way on the scoreboard on their own of defeating worthy opponents, Tallow in the Western Premier Junior Football Championship in Bushy Park last Friday evening. Michael kicked 0-7 (3f), Jamie recorded 0-4 from play and Man of the Match Shane scored the lead and winning point in the 59th minute.

This fourth win out of five outings, their only defeat being first day out against Emmetts, places Modeligo on top of the Championship table with one more game played than the chasing posse of Emmets and Affane.

Despite losing out here, Tallow are an improved side and they will still have a say in the destination of Championship honours. This game was level on three first

half occasions and Tallow led in the 46th minute by 1-8 to 010 until Modeligo took control in the middle of the field, resulting in winning the final quarter by 0-5 to 0-2.

Modeligo lined-out here without Pat Fitzgerald, Tom Devine and John McGrath while Francis Condon made his debut between the posts.

Tallow’s custodian William Curley was an absentee due to a leg injury and he was capably replaced by John Paul Grey. Missing also from their previous match against Sean Phobail were Jack Tobin, Shaun O’Sullivan and Brian McCarthy.

The key score in the first half was a well worked Tallow goal, soccer style, when Paul O’Brien, to the left of the convent end goal, slid the size 5 along the ground to, full back changed to full forward, Aaron Pratt and he first timed the ball off the sod past Francis Condon. Modeligo worked goal chances in the

Referee John Condon pictured with captains Paul O’Brien (Tallow) and Sean O’Donovan (Modeligo).

Modeligo Junior Football team who defeated Tallow in the Lawlor’s Hotel Western Premier Junior Football championship. Back row left to right: Nicky Walsh, Kieran McCarthy, John Power, Cian O’Byrne, Michael Troy, Robbie Buckley, Francis Condon, Garry Power, Paudie McCarthy, Reg Fitzgerald. Front row left to right: Pa O’Donovan, Brian McCarthy, Mike Bumster, Sean O’Donovan, Shane Troy, Rian Reddy, Nicky O’Donovan, Jamie Troy, Micheál Power.

9th and in the 36th minutes but John Paul Grey was equal to both attempts to keep the winners goal less over the hour.

The sides were level after 18 minutes at 0-4 each, thanks to Tallow scores by James Tobin, Sean Gleeson, Michael Curley (f) and Stephen Pratt with replies by Michael Troy, Jamie Troy (2) and Rian Reddy for Modeligo. Jamie Troy kicked his third point to edge Modeligo in front before Aaron Pratt kicked the only goal of the game. Stefan Tobin gave Tallow a 1-5 to 05 lead in the 24th minute before two Michael Troy

points left just the minimum between the teams at the short whistle (1-5 to 0-7).

Tallow reopened the brighter with a brace of Paul O’Brien 32nd minute points before Shane Troy brought a superb save out of John Paul Grey. Trailing by 1-7 to 0-7, Modeligo upped their challenge and Shane Troy, Kieran McCarthy and Pa O’Donovan led a revival around the middle of the field.

Michael Troy scored three of the next four points, interrupted only by a second Michael Curley pointed free and when Pa O’Donovan split the posts in the 47th minute, the sides were level

for the fourth occasion at 0-11 to 1-8. The winners now held the initiative but fair dues to Tallow, they came back at Modeligo with points by Michael Curley (f) in the 53rd minute and Paul O’Brien’s third in the 58th minute to lock the teams together once more at 0-13 to 1-10.

Given the amount of possession Modeligo enjoyed in the final few minutes, it was no surprise that they edged this very competitive and enjoyable encounter by virtue of the last two match scores via the tireless Shane Troy and Rian Reddy, who enjoyed one of his best games for Modeligo on the

J. J. Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Hurling Championship

Passage off to a winning start Passage …………….. 0-13; Dungarvan ……………1-9.

THERE was just 0-1 between the teams in the first game of this year’s minor hurling championship, which was played at a wet and windy Dungarvan club grounds venue last Saturday evening.

Passage had the first use of the elements and they made good use of them, enjoying an 0-11 to 0-4 half-time lead.

The star of the show from the winner’s point of view was centre forward Donal Power, who struck five first half points from play and a vital one in the 35th minute when the home team were dominating and eating into the Passage lead.

Trailing by 0-13 to 0-9, Dungarvan tried to breach the Passage defence with two close in frees in the 56th and the 60th minutes but the winners held firm on their goal line. The goal the Blues badly needed eventually arrived in added time via County minor Glen Waters, but it was too little too late as Passage deservingly claimed the first

two points of the championship in front of a fair sized attendance. The Passage defence can take a lot of the credit for their victory as their stout defending as a unit was as good as we have seen at this level.

Aidan Kirwan, from a Sean Crotty pass opened the scoring as early as thirteen seconds but it wasn’t long before Passage took control and following an equaliser by Adam Roche and a ‘65’ by Sean White, Donal Power took centre stage with three unanswered points from play which were out of the top drawer. It was all Passage at this stage and further scores

by White and Stephen Lynch gave the winners a 0-7 to 0-1 lead with 16 minutes on the clock.

Dungarvan weren’t alive to the game in the first half and a goal at this stage would have killed off the match as a contest but Blues custodian Stephen Donovan prevented this happening with a point blank save on the call of half time. Passage were almost

Pictured above is Donal Power (Passage), Man of the Match in their minor game against Dungarvan. Centre forward Donal scored 0-6 from play and he is grandson of the legendary Seamus Power (Mount Sion) of 1959 fame. out of sight at the short whistle with further points by

Donal Power (2), Stephen Lynch and Sean White as their dominant half back line can take the credit for holding the home team to points by Darragh Lyons, 0-2 (1f) and Jack Lacey (f), 0-11 to 0-4.

It was a different Blues team that took to the field on the restart and Passage were under the cosh for most of the half. Pointed frees by Darragh Lyons and Jack Lacey and a score from play

by Glen Waters left 0-4 between the teams with 35 minutes played. Dungarvan required a goal to really get into the match but the Passage defence was not in a benevolent mood and the Reds teased the home team’s comeback with their two final scores of the match via Donal Power (35 mins) and Conor Drohan (47 mins).

Dungarvan’s challenge gathered momentum in the final quarter with points from play by Sean Crotty (46 mins ) and Glen Waters (49 mins), 0-13 to 0-9. Passage spurned the opportunity to score a

relieving pointed free in the 50th minute but there was no further scoring for all of thirteen minutes of play before the Passage defence was eventually breached with a clever goal from play by Glen Waters. Dungarvan had one more fruitless attack but at the end of the day Passage deserved their win on the form they produced in the first half.

Passage: Conor Cullinane; Peter O’Neill, Gary Cullinane, David Jones; Michael Hutchinson, Calum O Neill, Niall O’Keeffe; Darragh Lynch, Dean Kearns; Adam Roche 0-1, Donal Power 0-6, Luke Nolan; Conor Drohan 0-1, Sean White 0-3 (1f), Stephen Lynch 0-2. Subs: Christopher Connolly, Danny Coughlan.

Dungarvan: Stephen Donovan; Mark Boland, Peter Queally, Conor Hayes; Mick Devine, John Curran, John Devine; Sean Crotty 0-1, Glen Waters 1-2; Aidan Kirwan 0-1, Darragh Lyons 0-3 (2f), Jack Lacey 0-2f; Conor Donovan, Luke Rossiter, Brendan Cullinane. Sub: Kealan Daly.

Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).

day of his 19th birthday. Both clubs have now completed their five Group games and the remaining fixtures in this grade are Shamrocks v Affane and Sean Phobail v Emmetts.

Modeligo’s Top Three: Shane Troy, Michael Troy, Jamie Troy.

Tallow’s Top Three: John Paul Grey, Paul O’Brien, Stefan Tobin.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Troy.

Number of Scorers: Modeligo 5. Tallow 7.

Scores from Play: Modeligo 0-12. Tallow 1-7.

Frees For: Modeligo 19.

Tallow 12.

Wides: Modeligo 6. Tallow 10.

Score of the Match:

Modeligo’s 46th minute point engineered by Rian Reddy and executed by Michael Troy.

Modeligo: Francis Condon; Nicky O’Donovan, Brian McCarthy, Garry Power; Robbie Buckley, Kieran McCarthy, Sean O’Donovan; Shane Troy 0-1, Pa O’Donovan 0-1; Cian O’Byrne, Thomas Walsh, Rian Reddy 0-2; Michael Troy 0-7 (3f), Jamie Troy 0-4, Mike Bumster. Subs: Padraig McCarthy, Micheal Power.

Tallow: John Paul Grey; Alan Curley, Aaron Pratt 1-0, Michael Tobin; Kevin Henley, David O’Brien, Kieran Fraser; Mark O’Brien, Michael Curley 0-3f; Paul O’Brien 0-3, Eric Hickey, Stefan Tobin 0-1; Sean Gleeson 0-1, James Tobin 0-1, Stephen Pratt 0-1. Sub: Brian Henley.

Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Waterford GAA Results County Under 14 Gaelic Football Final Div 3 Stradbally 4-8; Tramore 3-3.

J J Kavanagh & Sons Junior Football Senior Attached Knockout: Brickey Rangers 1-11; Gaultier 0-13.

J J Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling - Division 1 Passage 0-13 Dungarvan 1-9.

Radley Engineering West Intermediate Football Championship: Ballyduff Upper 2-10 Ballinameela 0-9.

J J Kavanagh& Sons Senior Football Championship - Group 2 Gaultier 0-14; Brickey Rangers 1-10.

Kilrossanty 1-7; St Saviour's 1-4.

J J Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship - Group 1 Tallow 2-13; Abbeyside 1-11.

Fourmilewater 1-16; Ballyduff Upper 0-12.

De La Salle 0-17; Ballygunner 1-12.

The Local Bar Western Junior B Hurling Championship Grp 1: Geraldines 7-17 An Rinn 2-7.

The Local Bar Western Junior B Hurling Championship Grp 2: Shamrocks 2-18; Cappoquin 0-11.

The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 1: Ballysaggart W/O Geraldines Shamrocks W/O Ballinameela The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 2: St. Mary's 0-15; Tourin Ballinwillin 1-7.

Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 2: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 3-21; An Rinn 1-13.

Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 2: St Molleran's 2-9 Ferrybank 0-15.

Sargent Cup County Hurling League - Group 2: Fourmilewater 1-16; Ballyduff Upper 0-12.

Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Group 1 Bunmahon W/O Mt. Sion Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Knockout: Dunhill 3-18; Mt. Sion 0-5.

John J. Murphy Eastern Junior Football Championship: Roanmore 4-11; Portlaw 0-4.

De La Salle 3-9; Kill 1-12.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Waterford Ladies win dress rehearsal for Munster final Waterford …………….2-12; Clare …………………..0-11.

WATERFORD Intermediate Ladies football team beat Clare on Sunday last in the final round Robin match of the Munster championship.

By virtue of previous results, both teams have qualified for the final and as a result neither manager was prepared to give much away in this match. Both teams lined out missing some regular players and there were a number of positional changes to the programme. Waterford started well and Sinead Ryan had two points on the scoreboard before Ellie O’Gorman opened Clare’s account in the 6th minute. Stradbally’s Nicola Fennell and Sinead Ryan added to the Waterford tally to leave the Deise girls three points in front after 12 minutes. Clare rallied and unanswered points from Niamh Keane, Kate Coughlan and Grainne Nolan left it all square after 22 minutes. Waterford went back into the lead with a well-taken goal by Hannah Landers and a point by Sinead Ryan to leave the score at half-time Waterford 1-5; Clare 0-4 Clare opened the scoring in the second half with a point from Roisin Howley which was quickly cancelled out by

Michelle Ryan. Michelle added her second point in the 37th minute to leave Waterford ahead by five points. Grainne Nolan kept Clare in touch with a point in the 39th minute. With very little except pride at stake the level of intensity dropped considerably and it took all of eight minutes for either side to register a score.

Waterford’s captain and corner back Linda Wall, on one of her many forays up field finished a flowing move with a well taken point. Grainne Nolan kicked a point for Clare in the 47th minute and Marie Considine narrowed the gap to three in the 51st minute.

Maria Delahunty was introduced to the fray and immediately pointed a free and Mary Foley added yet another one for Waterford in the 54th minute. Clare not to be outdone tacked on two points of their own courtesy of Grainne Nolan and Kate Coughlan before Maria Delahunty pointed yet again for Waterford. With a couple of minutes to go a wonderful tackle by Kate McGrath turned over a promising Clare attack and the ball found its way down to Mary Foley who made no mistake and drilled it to the net for Waterford’s second goal. From then on

the game petered out to a tame finish with Maria Delahunty and Ciara Cahill exchanging points to leave the final score Waterford 2-12; Clare 0-11.

This was a good win for the Deise girls as it keeps their unbeaten run in the championship intact but a full strength Clare will be a different team in the Munster Final which will take play in Mallow on Saturday, July 11th at 4 p.m.

MINORS TO FACE TIPPERARY IN THE MUNSTER FINAL Waterford minors have a tough task ahead of them when they face hot favourites Tipperary in the Munster Final on Saturday next. Tipp will be the raging hottest of favourites due to the fact that they ran Cork very close in the Munster A final only losing out by the slimmest of margins in the dying seconds of the game. Waterford managed by Crohan McGregor and ably aided by Joe Murray and Sean Curry have prepared well although their preparations have been hampered by a number of injuries to key players.

Tipperary have a very strong panel and in Louise Cadell, Shania Dowling, Caoimhe Condon, Maria

Curley and Elaine Fitzpatrick have players who have great skill and experience. Their forwards will have to be watched closely as their scorers in chief; Aoibhe O’Shea and centre forward Aisling Moloney have the fire-power to do serious damage if given the opportunities to do so.

Waterford will not be found wanting however and have some quality players of their own. Rioghnach Hyland from the Ballyduff club has impressed in recent weeks in goals. The back line looks strong with players like Caitriona O’Brien, Kate McGrath, Caragh McCarthy Megan Dunford, Caoimhe McGrath and Katie Hayes all ready to repel the Tipp attacks. Midfield should be an interesting battle with Rebecca Casey and Emma Murray matching up with Aoife Corcoran and Elaine Fitzpatrick. In the forward line Waterford have potential match winners in Chloe Fennell, Aoife Murray, Katie Murray, Lauren McGregor, Kate Hahessey, Liz Devine, Lauren Guiry and Ciara Hurley who are all well able to score. It promises to be an intriguing tie with no quarter being given or asked. ThrowIn in Fraher Field on Saturday next 4th July is at 12.30 p.m.

Waterford's Michelle Ryan looks for an opening despite the attention of Clare's Louise Woods during the Ladies Football Munster Championship game at the Fraher Field.

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FEILE PEIL NA nÓG 2015 Well done to Gaultier and Ballysaggart Ladies teams who represented the county with pride last week end.

Gaultier had a titanic struggle in the final of their division being narrowly beaten by Clan na Gael on the scoreline 1-6 to 1-5. Ballysaggart reached the semi final of their

division bowing out to a very strong St. Ailbhe’s team from Limerick. Our thanks to all involved in the two clubs who gave the girls this wonderful opportunity.

Waterford County Camogie

Intermediates begin Championship campaign WATERFORD will look to make a positive start in the Liberty Insurance Intermediate Championship on Saturday when then open their campaign against Antrim on Saturday in Walsh Park at 2.30.

Having annexed the Division 2 title nine weeks ago, Waterford have had a long lay-off and manager Sean Fleming will be keen to ensure that Waterford arrive at the pace of the game early in Saturday’s encounter.

On the other hand, Antrim have been in action in the Ulster Championship and have been building momentum throughout the season, going down by just seven points to Derry in the Ulster Championship, a side that compete in the Senior Camogie Championship.

There will be a mixture of youth and experience within the Antrim team and the impressive performance of Loughgiel Shamrocks in the All-Ireland Senior Club SemiFinal against Oulart-The Ballagh in February is likely to bode well for Antrim, with no less than eight of this team featuring in their recent defeat against Derry.

The Loughgiel pairing of Laura and Emma Connolly

look likely to occupy the central defensive positions and will be key to the Antrim quest. 2010 All-Ireland Junior winners Aileen Martin and the pacy Shannon Graham will form a formidable midfield partnership and the outcome of the midfield battle will provide a strong platform for either team to succeed in this encounter.

Up front, Emma McMullan’s unerring accuracy from frees will demand that the Waterford rearguard minimise the quantity of frees conceded.

Full-forward Michaela Convery, who scored the opening goal for Antrim against Waterford in the 2010 Junior All-Ireland Final Replay, will add a wealth of experience and her penchant for green flags will pose a significant threat to the Deise full-back line.

The experienced cohort of Jennie Simpson, Charlotte Raher and Nicola Morrissey as well as captain Catríona McGlone will also be vital to the Waterford performance. A feature of the Waterford team this season is the number of young players who have moved up to the adult ranks and Beth Carton, Kate McMahon, Dawn Power and Molly Curran will be in con-

tention to make their championship debuts among others.

With Kildare facing Kilkenny in the other game in the group, Waterford will be acutely aware that victory on the opening weekend will be imperative to the team’s progress this summer.

U16S GET SEASON UNDER WAY Just 24 hours after throwin in Walsh Park, Waterford and Antrim will clash again in the first round of the U-16B Championship at a halfway venue (TBC) at 2.30. in 2014, Waterford secured the county’s second ever AllIreland title at U-16B level, eleven years after the county’s first ever camogie All-Ireland victory.

With a number of players from last year’s squad ineligible for this season, manager Declan Drohan has assembled a new-look squad peppered with a number of players from that victorious side, including Laura Murray, Anne Corcoran and Niamh Murphy.

Waterford competed in the Munster A Championship earlier in the season and narrow defeats against Limerick and Tipperary should give the team confidence ahead of this championship encounter.

Antrim scored an impressive 0-14 to 0-9 victory over Derry in the Ulster U-16 semifinal before scoring a convincing victory over Down on their way to securing the Ulster title on Sunday last.

With such momentum behind the team, Waterford will face a stiff task on Sunday.

Waterford will face Cork (July 12th), Clare (July 19th) and Dublin (July 26th) over the subsequent three weekends and, similar to the Intermediates, will know that a positive start to the campaign will be integral to their championship hopes.

PLAYER SPONSORSHIP SCHEME Waterford Camogie would like to extend our sincere thanks to all those who contributed to our player sponsorship scheme which was launched last week. Players on the Intermediate squad were paired with the contributing sponsors and the results of the draw resulted in the following pairings. Iona Heffernan - Harvey Travel, Charlotte Raher -Dowlings Pharmacy, Beth Carton Book a Room, Trish Jackman - Glanbia Agri, Clare Murphy - Anne Ryan - Waterford Camogie Supporter, Jennie Simpson - Crosbie Trans Car,

Shona Curran - Kieran Sandford, Deirdre Brennan Tom Murphy Car Sales, Dawn Power - Waterford Supporters Club – Dublin, Aisling Power - Waterford and St. Dominic' Credit Unions, Catriona McGlone Sheridans Medals, Nicola Morrissey Fewer Associates, Brianna O'Reagan - Droopy's Stud, Claire Whyte - Doyle Concrete, Lorraine Bray Waterford Supporters Club – Dublin, Kate McMahon Hartley People, Orla Flynn Joe Curtin AA Fire Safety, Mollie Curran - Waterford Supporters Club- Dublin, Sibeal Harney - Martin O'Shea Waterford Transport, Becky Kavanagh - City Jewellers GOLF CLASSIC Waterford Camogie would also like to extend thanks to all those involved in the Dungarvan Mail/Dungarvan Nissan Golf Classic on Friday in Waterford Castle. Huge thanks to all players and clubs that took part and to those that sponsored tee boxes on the day. #JOINTHEJOURNEY With the significant growth of Waterford Camogie in the last number of years, we are encouraging all Waterford

supporters to #JointheJourney and support our teams in their endeavours on the field of play this season. You can keep up to date with all the latest news on Facebook by ‘liking’ Waterford Camogie and fol-

lowing @deisecamogie on Twitter.

You can also check out our #JointheJourney video on Youtube which will launch tonight (Tuesday) featuring players from the various clubs throughout the county.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Ballyduff Upper U-12 winners of John Meehan Tournament played in Dungarvan on 27th June. Back row left to right: Tomas Ahern, Fionnan Walsh, Seamus Breathnach, Florence Flynn, Keelan Hannigan, Quentin Joyce, Cathrach Hickey, Patrick McCarthy, Cathal Murphy. Front Row: Aodhan Hickey, Jack Keating, David Barry, Paul Carroll, Matthew Bolger, Evan Geary.

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Referee Gavin Whelan, with rival captains, Sean Navin (Stradbally) and Dillon Dunphy (Tramore [Rory Wyley] "B") before the start of the U-14 Division 3 Co. Football Final in Fraher Field.

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Stradbally lift title after Huge Geraldines turnaround terrific contest Local Bar Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship

GROUP 1 Geraldines ………….7-17; An Rinn ……………….2-7.

GERALDINES second fifteen got off to the worst possible of starts in the West Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship when suffering defeats to Modeligo and Brickeys. However, in their last two fixtures, they have scored a remarkable 13-29 in beating Glen Rovers and now An Rinn in Clashmore last Friday evening.

After a bright start to the championship, An Rinn have lost up to five of their best players and it told here when they had no answer to a currently rampant Geraldines team.

Ed Donovan scored a hattrick against Glen Rovers the previous week and he struck again here with his second one in the space of five days.

Liam O’Connell scored 0-8 against Glen Rovers but this week he had a preference for the green flags and he matched Donovan’s tally of goals.

The Gers produced ten different scorers in Clashmore and three of these were subs in John Corkery, 1-1, Mark Ronayne 0-2 and Peter Coughlan 0-1.

An Rinn were forced to cough up some of their Junior team to the club’s weakened Intermediate squad for last Tuesday evening’s champi-

onship match with Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg but they still battled away here and they scored 2-7 over the hour.

Their top scorers were Reamonn Turraoin and Ciaran Toibin with 1-3 each and they are still on four championship points, the same as table toppers Abbeyside, Geraldines and Brickeys.

An Rinn’s remaining outings are against Glen Rovers and Modeligo where they will have the opportunity to make up some lost ground while, Geraldines have fixtures against Abbeyside and Modeligo to come.

Geraldines: Sham Ronayne;

Pa Hickey, John Tobin, John O’Connor; Stephen O’Brien 0-1, Vinnie O’Brien, Cian Ryan; James Casey, Michael O’Brien 02; Richie Lynch 0-5, Liam O’Connell 3-1, Shane Kenny 0-2; Shane Lambden 0-1, Ed Donovan 3-1, David O’Connell.

Subs: John Corkery 1-1, Mark Ronayne 0-2, Peter Coughlan, 01Stephen Landers, Morgan O’Connell, Jason O’Keeffe.

An Rinn: Nioclas O Conduin; Neil O Muirithe, Tomas O Cadhla, Brian De Baruin; Cormac Mac Murchu, Darach O Cathasaigh, Einne O Cathasaigh; Tadhg O Cuirrin 0-1, Dylan Toibin; Cian O Fathaigh, Reamonn Turraoin 1-3, Oisin Mac Siomoin; Tomas De Gras, Ciaran Toibin 1-3, Micheal Sean O Murchu.

Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Glen Rovers back with a bang Glen Rovers ………. 5-17; Modeligo …………….0-11.

HAVING suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of the Geraldines the previous week, Glen Rovers recovered in style with a comprehensive win over Modeligo’s second fifteen in Lismore last Sunday afternoon. This was always going to be a tough fixture for Modeligo as they lost two of their best players, Garry Power and Sean Hennessy to their Intermediate side against Ballysaggart last week. Credit them, they are still lining out with not many more players at their disposal.

This win has launched Glen Rovers to the top of the table, bar scoring difference with four other clubs,

Abbeyside, Brickeys, Geraldines and An Rinn and so it is all to play for in the runup to the concluding Group stages. John Begley and Gary O’Connor were the Melleray club’s top goal scorers here with two each to their credit while, as usual, Mikey Crowley contributed handsomely with a personal tally of 1-7. Micheal Power was Modeligo’s top scorer with 0-7 (6f) but they just didn’t have the strength to overall to threaten the Glen Rovers victory. The winners led at halftime by 1-11 to 0-3.

Glen Rovers: E. Byrne; C. O’Shea, P. O’Rourke, J. Crowley, S. Coughlan, B. Hennessy, K. O’Rourke, C. Flynn, R. McGlone, M. Montayne, K. Power, D. Coleman, M. Crowley, J. Begley,

G. O’Connor. Subs Used: M. Morris, J. O’Neill, P. Lyons, M. Bray Scorers: C. Flynn 0-1, M. Montayne 0-2, K. Power 0-5, M. Crowley 1-7, J. Begley 2-1, G. O’Connor 2-1.

Modeligo: Tom O'Byrne; Nicky Dalton, Jessie Power, Gavin Foley, Richard McGrath, Paudie McCarthy, Shane Hourigan, Mike Bumster, Keith Hickey, Eoin Quinn, J. P. Ryan, Micheál Power, Steve Bumster.

John Power, Reg Fitzgerald.

Subs: Kevin O'Neill (for S.

Bumster), Nicky Walsh (for Reg Fitzgerald).

Scorers: M. Power 0-7 (0-6f); John Power 0-2 (0-1 f); P. McCarthy 0-1 (0-1f); K. Hickey 0-1.

SYMPATHY ● A minute’s silence was observed before the game as a mark of respect for the Hourigan family, on the death of their grandfather in Co. Offaly on Saturday. Credit due to Shane Hourigan who still lined out for this game.

Local Bar Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group 1 Table p w d l for against diff pts Abbeyside 3 2 0 1 93 45 48 4 Geraldines 4 2 0 2 84 57 27 4 Brickey Rangers 3 2 0 1 48 44 4 4 An Rinn 4 2 0 2 96 97 -1 4 Glen Rovers 4 2 0 2 86 89 -3 4 Modeligo 4 1 0 3 43 118 -75 2

Lismore Camogie Club USED CLOTHING RECYCLING Lismore Camogie Club is once again doing a used clothing recycling collection over the coming weeks as fundraiser to help defray the running costs of the club. If you have already have clothes gathered collection can be organized contact Mary Russell for details (086) 3326128.

LIBERTY INSURANCE ALL-IRELAND INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford V Antrim Saturday, July 4th Walsh Park at 2.30 pm We urge all camogie support-

ers to support our County Camogie team especially our own Caithriona McGlone (Captain), Nicola Morrissey and Shona Curran.

Our U-12s are also being given the opportunity to play at half time of this game.

SUMMER CAMOGIE CAMP IN LISMORE GAA GROUNDS The camp will run from 10 am2 pm from July 1st-3rd. The camp is open to all 8-12 year old girls from all clubs and schools in Waterford City and County. The cost of the camp is €20 and this includes a sliotar, bootbag, wristband and keyring.

FIXTURES AND RESULTS (PREMIUM BUTCHERS CHAMPIONSHIP) 1st Round of Senior Championship Friday, June 25th Lismore 7-24; Gall Tir 2-02.

2nd Round of Senior Championship Friday, July 10th St. Anne’s V Lismore.

1st Round of U-16 Championship Tuesday, June 23rd Gall Tir V Lismore (deferred to a later date).

2nd Round of U-16 Championship Tuesday, July 7th Lismore V Dungarvan.

1st Round of U-18 Championship Tuesday, June

30th Lismore V De La Salle.

2nd Round of U-18 Championship Tuesday, July 14th Lismore V Brickeys.

1st Round of Junior Championship Saturday, June 27th Lismore 1-4; Ferrybank 6-16.

2nd Round of Junior Championship Thursday, July 9th Clonea V Lismore.

1st Round of the Non County Player League Friday, July 3rd Lismore V Gall Tir. 2nd Round of the Non County Player League Sunday, July 12th Portlaw V Lismore.

UNDER 14 DIVISION 3 COUNTY FOOTBALL FINAL Stradbally .......................4-8; Tramore “B” ...................3-3.

STRADBALLY lifted the Combined Waterford City Credit Unions (sponsored) U-14 Division 3 Co. football Championship title in Fraher Field on Wednesday evening last, June 24th following a hard fought yet fully deserved win over a battling Tramore second team in what was a most enjoyable contest.

It took a while for both teams to settle into the game, as both sets of defences were on top early on but it was the Reds who gradually gained a foothold in the game and they deservedly led at the interval.

Tramore come roaring back into the game upon the resumption, and two rapid fire goals John Finnegan had the Eastern champions in front for the first time.

Stradbally never panicked and they hauled themselves back into the game, helped by an outstanding individual goal from inspirational centre back Liam Fennell who tore through the Tramore defence before rattling the net.

This was a crucial and it seemed to inspire Stradbally

to drive on and win the game.

Tramore were given a lifeline soon afterwards as Keith Flynn converted from the penalty spot to reduce the deficit to the minimum again.

Stradbally’s response was swift and emphatic, and this time a brilliant darting run by the lively Pa Skehan, and he finished to the roof of the net to propel the Reds into a lead which this time they wouldn’t relinquish.

The Westerners added late points per Alan ShawHamilton and Eoin Pollack, credit to Tramore who kept battling away but on the night Stradbally played the better football, and were that little more clinical in front of goal to deservedly lift the title in what was an excellent spectacle.

After the game, Billy Devine (Chairman County Bord na nÓg) presented the trophy to Stradbally captain Sean Navin, amid scenes of considerable excitement.

Stradbally: Eoin Fitzgerald, Barry O’Brien, Declan Keane, Liam Og Corbett, Alo Gough, Alan Shaw-Hamilton, Daniel Fenlon, Sean Navin (Capt), Liam Fennell, Eoin Pollack, Mikey Mullaney, Seadna MacAoire, Patrick Skehan. Subs: Shane Murphy, Kyle Preston, Joseph Fenlon James Gough, Fionn Sweeney

Tramore “B”: Tony Kelly, Oisin Crowley, Jack Brennan, Robert Moore, Sam Morrissey, Dean Crowley, Dillon Dunphy, Dean Larkin, Cian Rellis, Keith Flynn, Ben O’Brien, John Finnegan, Odhran O’Donnell.

Subs: Kealen Graham, Darren Connor, Luke Hurley, David O’Connor, Daniel Brasil, Michael Morrissey, Conor Phelan, Frankie Gillane.

Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan)

UNDER-14 COUNTY HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP (SPONSORED BY: WATERFORD GAA SUPPORTERS CLUB – DUBLIN BRANCH) THIS particular Championship continues this evening, Wednesday with the FIXTURES are as follows: Division 2: Brickey Rangers Vs. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at Bushy Park, Clan na Gael Vs. Mount Sion at Dunhill, Cois Bhride Vs. Portlaw at Tallow, Dungarvan Vs. De La Salle at Dungarvan club grounds, Sacred Heart Vs. Clonea at Poleberry Division 3: Ballyduff Upper Vs. Cappoquin at Ballyduff, St. Mary’s Vs. Ferrybank at Kill, St. Oliver’s Vs. Fourmilewater at Ballinameela, St. Pat’s Vs. Ballygunner “B” at Bohadoon.

All games throw-in at 7:00 pm.

Shamrocks go to the top of Group 2 GROUP 2 Shamrocks …………2-16; Cappoquin ………… 0-11.

SHAMROCKS enjoyed a convincing 0-11 win over a depleted Cappoquin fifteen in Lismore last Friday evening, after which they are now topping Group 2 of the West Junior ‘B’ Hurling championship. Shamrocks and Clashmore are the only two unbeaten clubs in this Group and the Knockanore club occupy top position by virtue of their better points difference.

Cappoquin were unbeaten up to this match but they lost Tommy McCarthy and Moss Noonan to their Senior team

against Roanmore and this has weakened their hand in their ambition to make the knockout stages at Junior level.

Shamrocks: Liam Murphy; Paddy Smith, Tom Baldwin, Diarmuid Ahearne; John Baldwin, Tomas O’Neill, Liam Dalton; Chris Murphy, Alan Kelly; Bernie Kelleher, Jamie Murphy, Ed O’Neill; Keegan O’Farrell, Sean O’Neill, James Walsh. Subs: Pat Murphy, Liam Smith, Liam Hurley,

Martin Murphy, J. A. Kelly.

Cappoquin: Sean Cullinane; Brian Crotty, Tom Mansfield, Evan Mason; Craig Dunne, Killian Denn, Keith Farrell; Gavin McCarthy, Jack Mangan; Dean Curran, Richie Scanlon, Nathan O’Mahony; Shane McCarthy, Paudie Landers, David Cahill.

Subs: Sean Power, James Mason, David Sheehan, Damien Murphy, Frankie Keniry.

Referee: Colin Cunningham (Tallow).

Local Bar Western Junior Hurling ‘B’ Championship Table Group 2 p w d l for against diff pts Shamrocks 3 2 1 0 58 35 23 5 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3 2 1 0 32 24 8 5 Cappoquin 3 1 1 1 52 50 2 3 Ballysaggart 3 0 1 2 39 57 -18 1 Ballinameela 2 0 0 2 9 24 -15 0

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 5th October, 2005

Ardmore staying up Ardmore.......................………………...1-10; John Mitchell’s...............………………..0-5.

ARDMORE footballers eventually saw off a determined John Mitchell’s challenge in this senior football relegation play-off game played in very difficult weather conditions at Bushy Park on Saturday afternoon last.

Despite playing with the aid of the strong breeze in the opening half they were unable to shake off Mitchell’s with a late Alan North point leaving them four clear at the interval (0-7 to 0-3). James O’Donnell (0-2), Damien Reilly, Niall Hennessey, Seamus Prendergast and Alan North were also on target. While Tony Kirwan (0-2) and N. O’Connor (0-1) scored Mitchell’s point.

On the turnover Pat O’Sullivan, John Power (Mitchell’s) and Niall O’Brien and Alan North (Ardmore) exchanged points (0-9 to 05) at the end of the third quarter with the issue still very much in the balance. In the 46th minute came the decisive score to this game as Seamus Prendergast's drive was neatly side-footed to the net (1-9 to 0-5).

Heavy rain showers were now lashing the venue and at one stage tempers became frayed. Yet, we had only one other score which came from the speedy Niall

Hennessey who popped up to score a delightful point in the 56th minute (1-10 to 05).

For Ardmore Declan Prendergast, Austin Flavin, Conor O’Connor, Niall Hennessy, Richie Hennessy, Johnny Hennessy, Seamus Prendergast, Alan North, James O’Donnell, Niall O’Brien and Cathal Hennessy all had their moments in a truly crucial win for Ardmore as they retain their senior status.

For John Mitchell’s Kenneth Reilly, Pat Fogarty, Nickey Barry, Damien Reilly, Pat Kirwan, John Power, Tony Kirwan and David Kirwan were best.

Our Colour Scheme: Both teams passed.

Scorers for Ardmore: A. O’Donnell 1-0, A. North 0-3, J. O’Donnell 0-2, N. Hennessey 0-2, S. Prendergast 0-1, D. Reilly 0-1, N. O’Brien 0-1.

Scorers for John Mitchells: T. Kirwan 02, N. O’Connor 0-1, P. O’Sullivan 0-1, J. Power 0-1.

Ardmore: D. Lenane; A. Hearne, D. Prendergast, A. Flavin; N. Hennessey, C. O’Connor, R. Hennessey; J. Hennessey, Seamus Prendergast; J. O’Donnell, C. Hennessey, A. North; A. O’Donnell, D. Reilly, N. O’Brien. Sub: D. Hennessey for A. O’Donnell.

John Mitchells: M. Moye; W. McGrath, K. Reilly, P. Fogarty; A. Kirwan, D. Reilly, N. Barry; J. Power, P. Kirwan; L. Barry, T. Kirwan, D. O’Connor; N. O’Connor, D. Kirwan, F. Fogarty. Subs: P. O’Sullivan for D. O’Connor, K. O’Connor for N. O’Connor, B. Wall for P. Kirwan.

Referee: Donal Ó Murchú (An Rinn).

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Teams of Times Gone By COLAISTI NA nDÉISE HARTY CUP TEAM Year: 2005. Game: Harty Cup first round. Date: October 2nd, 2005. Opposition: De La Salle. Venue: Fraher Field. Half-Time Score: Colaisti na nDéise 1-9; De La Salle 0-2. FullTime Score: Colaistí na nDéise 2-12; De La Salle 2-6.

Dan Leahy (Lismore); Brendan Walsh (Abbeyside), Ger Dunphy (Ballydurn), Jerome Maher (Geraldines); Paul Horkin (Fourmilewater), Paul Murray (Tourin), Eoin Brackett (Abbeyside); Kieran McCarthy (Modeligo), Sean O’Hare (Abbeyside); Padraig O Murchu (An Ghaeltacht), J. J. Devine (Cappoquin), Chris O’Gorman (Lismore); Wayne Flynn (Lismore), Brian Phelan (Ballinameela), Conor McGrath (Brickeys).

Scorers: Chris O’Gorman 2-2, Paul Murray, Conor McGrath and Wayne Flynn 0-2 each, Sean O’Hare and Kieran McCarthy 0-1 each.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 21 Forecasts. 14 Correct. 7 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.6%. Best so Far: 100% This Week’s Forecasts: Sargent Cup S.H. S.F. Ballygunner v (Fourmilewater), Passage v (Dungarvan).

County J.F.S.A.: Nire v (Brickeys), Kilrossanty v (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg).

West I. F. C.: Ballinacourty v (Geraldines), Ballyduff v (Sliabh gCua), Ballinameela v (Dungarvan).

West J.Premier F.C.: Affane v (Shamrocks), Emmets v (Sean Phobail).

West J.F.I.A.: Ballinacourty v (Geraldines), Ballysaggart v (Melleray).

West I. H. L.: Modeligo v (Tourin).

To Date: 339 Forecasts; 206 Correct; 133 Incorrect; Success Rate 60.7%.

The successful Cois Bhride U-11 team and their mentors who won the Town & Country League.

GAA Coaching & Games Development KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS Week 2 July 6th-10th An Ghaeltacht, Clonea, Roanmore & Gaultier Week 3 July 13th-17th DLS Gracedieu, Passage, Brickey Rangers, Ballyduff Upper, Ballygunner, Dunhill Week 4 July 20th-24th Mount Sion, Kilmacthomas, Kilrossanty, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, Cappoquin Book online on www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps or through your club co-ordinator.

GAA COACHING WORKSHOP 6th JULY On Monday, 6th July Waterford GAA as running a Coaches Workshop as part of the Waterford Sports Partnership Coaching Series.

The workshop is on WarmUp, Pat Flanagan, Warm-Up, Stretching and Movement Exercises. The workshop is being delivered by Pat Flanagan and will take place in Ballygunner GAA Arena starting at 6.30 pm.

Workshop is €10 per person booking through pjones@waterfordsportspartnership.ie BOOK YOU PLACE FOR KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS Bookings are picking up for the Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camps in Waterford. We have 35 camps in July and August. All those who book a place before 8th June will receive kits from club co-ordinators before school holidays. Make sure you book you place in your local club.

Full details on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or from any Games Development Staff LARRY QUINN U-13 HURLING SKILLS COUNTY FINALS County Final of Larry Quinn Skills takes place in Tallow on Tuesday, 30th June.

The top 5 from each GDA Division has qualified for the finals. Winner will receive Larry Quinn Shield and 2 tickets to Munster Senior Hurling Final.

PRIMARY TEACHERS SUMMER GAA COURSE In conjunction with Waterford Teacher Centre we are running a GAA Summer Course for Primary Teachers.

This will take place in Colaiste Cathal Naofa Dungarvan Wed. 1st – Fri., 3rd July.

Bookings for the course can be done through Waterford Teacher Centre on www.wtc.ie or 051-311000 PROVINCIAL ACTIVITY DAYS Once again in 2015 there will be U-12 Hurling & Gaelic Football activity days in

Semple Stadium, Fitzgerald Stadium Killarney & Gaelic Grounds.

These will take place in July & August and all clubs are invited to participate if they wish. Final deadline for clubs to enter teams is Wednesday, 1st July.

GAA COACH EDUCATION WEBSITE The GAA Coach

Education website is a very useful resource for all coaches. Information on coaching courses, workshops, presentations from conferences along with session planning templates are all available.

The website address is www.learning.gaa.ie & http://learning.gaa.ie/planner/ for the session planners

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Nire Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Senior Championship: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-08; Nire 0-13; Nire 0-11; Ardmore 0-07; 17/07/15 Nire v’s Rathgormack Time and Venue to be confirmed.

Phelan Cup: Final: Nire v’s Ballinacourty no date yet.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Quarter Final: Nire v’s Brickeys Friday, 3rd July in Abbeyside at 7:30 pm.

MINOR FOOTBALL DIVISION 1 Semi-Final Nire 0-7; Gaultier 3-10.

NIGHT AT THE DOGS A Race Night will be held in the Clonmel greyhound track on Thursday, August 13th in aid of the Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans.

The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilewater GAA clubs, and The Ballymacarbry Ladies Football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success that the three clubs have enjoyed in the past we need to improve these facilities. The new facilities will be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters.

Tickets are €10. A ticket will give you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000. This will be a family event and U-16s will go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will be getting a great night out with the family.

The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night. Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs.

Sponsorship: We are also looking for people/ businesses/ companies to sponsor pages in the race night booklet. Full page: €100; Half page: €50; Quarter page: €25.

All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

Brickey Brickey Rangers Rangers LOTTO This week’s Lotto draw took place in the Local Bar with a jackpot of €5,050. There was no winner on the night. The numbers drawn were 1, 20, 26, 28. The €25 winners were Raymond Curran, Nicholas Graves, Lily Cotter and Frank & Maureen Ryan. The next draw will take place at the Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €5,200.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Club orders for Munster Final Tickets should be sent in by e mail not later than next Wednesday, 1st July Club tickets will be distributed as follows: West by Pat Grant on Friday 3rd in Lawlors Hotel from 6 pm to 7 pm. East by Seamie Cleere on Friday 3rd in Walsh Park from 5 pm to 6 pm.

There will also be public Sales: In Walsh Park on Wednesday, 8th July - 11 am to 2.30 pm. In Fraher Field on Thursday, 9th July - 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Prices for tickets are as follows: Covered Stand Adult: €35; Covered Stand Juvenile: €5; Uncovered Stand Adult: €30; Uncovered Stand Juvenile: €5; Terrace Adult: €25; Terrace Juvenile: €5.

Juvenile tickets are available in all areas of the stadium. Season Ticket holders are in the Kinane Stand.

Students/OAP's will receive a concession of €10 in all areas of the stadium at the designated stile on production of valid I.D. DEISE DRAW Congratulations to Anne O'Connor, Tournore Park who was the lucky winner of €250 in the June Deise Draw.

JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at 10.30 am until 12 noon. Both hurling and football are played so if you want to join us come along for a bit of fun and learn the skills meet new friends. Brink a drink, a gumsheild, shin guards, Hurley and helmet and the fun is free. Any parent who wishes to help can do so just let one of the coaches know, experience not necessary but the experience that you get from working with the kids is invaluable.

Carriganore Blitz: Our U-10 hurlers took part in the U-10 hurling blitz in Carriganore on Saturday. They showed some fine hurling skills and really enjoyed the experience. They played Tramore, Passage and De La Salle on the day.

U-10's have been busy. We were involved in the Cappoquin football Blitz on Wednesday. We played St. Olivers, Clashmore & Cappoquin.

U-9 & u-10 training continues every Friday at 6 pm'.

Camogie Notes: Under 10 & 12 players train each Saturday morning from 10.30am new players always welcome.

Munster Final Tickets: All orders for tickets must be placed with Matt Kiely 0872964816 before Wednesday evening, all tickets which have been pre ordered can then be picked up in bushy park on Friday evening at 6 p.m.

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Sympathy: The sympathy of the club is extended to Ann Marie Houlihan and family Lisfennell on the death of her mother Margaret Phelan, Ballylaneen which occurred during the week. May she rest in peace.

Fourmilewater SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Fourmilewater 1-16; Ballyduff Upper 0-12 Our Senior hurlers got their championship back on track with a 7 point victory over Ballyduff Upper last week. A first half James McGrath goal set us on our way and despite a spirited display

by Ballyduff, Fourmilewater always looked in control of the game.

Team: K. Brazil, D. Ryan, T. O’Gorman, D. Guiry, D. Wall, B. Wall, J. McGrath, C Guiry, Seamus Lawlor, C. Gleeson, Ml. O’Gorman, J. Barron, G. Hearn, S. Walsh, Dylan Guiry. Subs: A. Lawlor for B. Wall. S. Ryan, P. McCarthy, L. Cooney, Maurice O’Gorman, J. P. Fitzgerald, A. Condon, S. Ryan, J. Walsh.

Scorers: J. Barron 0-6 (0-5f), C. Gleeson 0-3, D. Wall 0-2, S. Walsh 0-1, Seamus Lawlor 0-1, B Wall 0-1, J. McGrath 1-0.

FIXTURE: SARGENT CUP SEMI-FINAL Next Sunday we play Ballygunner in the semifinal of the Sargent Cup. Throw-in is at 2 pm in Dungarvan.

SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior hurlers will resume their championship campaign on July 10th in Colligan when they take on Ballyduff Upper.

WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The Club’s weekly lotto took place in Doocey's Bar last Saturday evening. No jackpot winner.

Five by €30 winners: Peg Power, Byrne Boys, Willie Butler, Brendan McGrath, Ger Walsh. Next week’s jackpot €450. Numbers drawn 8, 12, 16.

WEEKLY LOTTO The weekly Lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Doocey’s 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 RESULTS Card Results: 1st Chris Noonan & Michael Ahern; 2nd Catherine Whelan & Helen Ryan.

Lucky Tables Pat & Mary Guiry. Patsy O’Halloran & Ger Hennebry.

NIGHT AT THE DOGS A race night will be held in the Clonmel Greyhound Track on Thursday August 13th in aid of The Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans.

The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilwater GAA clubs and The Ballymacarbry ladies football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success the three clubs have enjoyed in the past, we need to improve our facilities in order to maintain these success we need these improvements. The new facilities will also be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters. Tickets are €10. A ticket gives you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000. This is a family event and U-16's go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will also be getting a great night out with the family. The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night.

Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs.

SPONSORSHIP We are also looking for people/businesses/companies to sponsor pages in The Race Night Booklet. Full page €100; Half page €50; Quarter page €25. All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

FOURMILEWATER HURLING/WATERFORD HOSPICE JOINT FUNDRAISER MIZEN HEAD TO MALIN HEAD 2 DAY CYCLE CHALLENGE Fourmilewater hurling club in conjunction with the Waterford Hospice are delighted to come together to promote a joint fund raiser in September 2015. A group of 10 able bodied cyclists is being formed to take on the significant physical and mental test of cycling all the way from Mizen Head at the very far south of County Cork to Malin Head at the top of Donegal. To put this challenge in context, if you were to drive it in a car, without stops, it would take you in excess of 8 hours and that would be doing well! The lads are very motivated and already in serious training to take this on over an aggressive 2 day duration, with a stop off in Athlone after day 1. A number of fundraising events will be held in advance with all profits going back to Fourmilewater hurling club and the very worthy cause of the Waterford Hospice. At this juncture we are inviting any corporate brands that might like to come on board and have their corporate logo used in conjunction

Fourmilewater U-10 hurlers who competed in two blitzes recently

with the venture. A special jersey will be commissioned in due course with all of the corporate sponsors to be included. If your company is interested and wish to come on board then please contact Ronan Ryan at 087-6084788 or Beanie Byrne at 087-6436046 KIELY’S CROSS FUNDRAISER Next Friday, July 3rd in Kiely's Cross Bar outside Dungarvan the club are holding a fundraising Barbeque for our Malin to Mizen Head Challenge. The Barbeque starts at 9 pm. There will be a raffle on the night and entertainment. We would appeal to as many club members as possible to come along and support the night.

JACK HALPIN Everybody at the club would like to send our best wishes to Jack Halpin who was seriously injured in the recent tragedy in Berkley California.

Jack's father Johnny is from Clougheen and Jack spent many Summers in Ballymacarbry. The entire Halpin family have played a huge role in our club and our thoughts and prayers are with Jack and the Halpin family at this time.

NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES REPLICA JERSEYS Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616 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. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation REMINDER We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc.

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-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1.

U-10/U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training have taken a break for a few weeks. Enjoy the holidays boys.

U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursday's between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1.

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 Millfield €1.

Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your team-mates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Naomh Brid LEAGUES The Under 11 team were away to Ardmore on Friday evening and were unlucky not to win having played the better hurling for most of game. A couple of injuries late in the game weakened our defence and Ardmore capitalised with some late scores. This league is now finished but hurling training will continue for the next few weeks until the football leagues begin at the end of July.

The Under 12 team had a great battle with Cois Brid on Saturday evening in Modeligo. It was a very close encounter all through with only a point separating the teams at the end. This was a very impressive performance by this team as each player contributed to defeat an equally skilful group from Tallow/Shamrocks.

There is just one game left in this league – away to Abbeyside next Friday at 6.30 p.m.

CROKE PARK BLITZ This week, the Under 12 group are travelling to Croke Park for a hurling blitz followed by a tour of the museum. Up to twenty players are travelling on the day and with a good weather forecast we are hoping for a very enjoyable outing. Full

report next week.

CUL CAMP This year the Naomh Brid Cul Camp is to be held at the Touraneena venue. Log on to www.gaa.ie/kellogsculcamps for online applications.

The camp will run from Monday, August 3rd to Friday, August 7th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. each day. It is open to all boys and girls between 6 and 13 years of age. Some of the gear has arrived for the early applicants and this will be handed out during this week.

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 6pm for inclusion that week.

Geraldines JUNIOR “B” HURLING Geraldines 7-17 An Rinn 2-7 Last Friday the junior “B” team took on An Rinn in Clashmore. On a great evening for hurling the lads continued where they left off from last week with another feast of goals coming from Ed and Liam who both scored a hat trick and John Corkery with the seventh goal. There was a great variety of scorers for the Gers. Another strong performance from the backs and midfield along with our forwards. All round it was another superb performance by the lads which has bought this team back into contention for the championship.

We wish David O’Connell a speedy recovery after picking up a shoulder injury in this game.

Team: S. Ronayne, P. Hickey, J. Tobin, J. O’Connor, C. Ryan, V. O’Brien, , S. O’Brien, J. Casey, M. O’Brien, R. Lynch, L. O’Connell, S. Kenny, S. Lambden, E. Donovan, D. O’Connell. Subs: J. Corkery, M. O’Connell, M. Ronayne, S. Landers, Peter Coughlan, J. O’ Keeffe

FIXTURES Junior Football Championship Vs Ballinacourty in Colligan at 7:30 pm on Friday, 3rd July Intermediate Football Championship Vs Ballinacourty in Fraher Field at 7:30pm on Saturday, 4th July DEISE DRAW Anyone who would like to buy Deise Draw tickets contact Dave Cullinane or Declan Sheridan. Tickets cost €10.

Ray Ryan and Pat Kent of Toss Bryan, Fermoy, presenting a set of sponsored jerseys to members of the Ballysaggart Ladies Football Club.

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GAA CLUB NOTES

Kill Kill CLUB LOTTO Last Monday night’s draw (22nd June) which was hosted by Dunphy's Bar, produced no winner of the jackpot worth €10,000. We did have 3 X match 3's as Maureen Kirwan (pub), Tommy Hennessy, Ballyvoholane and Brian Mooney, Knockane all had 3 numbers. The numbers drawn were 4, 8, 19 and 30. All 3 will receive €25 each. Meanwhile, the back-up jackpot continues to grow towards the 2K mark. However, the draw next week will still be for the €10,000. If you are not in, you can't win! Remember its only €2 a ticket or 3 for €5.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL By the time you read these notes we will be preparing ourselves for Kilmac in the first round of the championship which takes place this Tuesday, 30th June in Carrickbeg at 8 pm. Full report next week, hopefully on a victory!

JOHN J. MURPHY JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our junior footballers still remain on the 5 point mark after suffering their second defeat in this year’s championship last Friday night, 26th June, against De La Salle in their grounds in Gracedieu. A poor opening 10 minutes when playing with the wind and hill was to cost us dearly and even though we led by a point at the break we needed a bigger interval lead.

Despite the slow start we got into stride and with Ciaran Kirwan leading the way, we had closed the gap, when good work by David Casey saw Paudie Torpey palm the ball to the net.

Corey Kennedy kicked two fine points with David Gooney also aiding our half-time tally of 1-7.

Three excellent points from play by Ciaran helped cancel out a goal from D.L.S. on the resumption, but we were reduced to 14 men and when we conceded a sloppy goal we found ourselves very much on the back foot and the arrears were increased to 5 points. But a trademark of our performances to date has been to keep going until the final whistle and this was evident again, except this time the clock beat us.

By that time we had reduced the gap to 3 with fine points from Paudie and Nano Whelan, but it wasn't enough. Final score Kill 1-12; DLS 3-9.

The team was:- Michael Mooney, Jim Murphy, Niall Flynn, Ritchie Cullinane, Donal Kelly, Brian Flynn, Peter Kelly, Corey Kennedy, Oisin Queally, Colm Casey, Davy Gooney, Ger Mooney, Paudie Torpey, Ciaran Kirwan, David Casey. Subs used: Nano Whelan, Ollie St. John, Anthony Raher, Jack Power.

We have two games remaining against Roanmore and Bunmahon with one win required to make the knockout stages for sure. Our next game is the end of July as hurling takes over for the next 3 weeks.

DEISE DRAW No luck again in Ballymac’ last Friday night, 26th June, as the top prize went in the city direction. We are halfway through this years draw with the next one in Kilgobinet on Friday, 31st July.

Hopefully our luck can change.

St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles St. U-14 HURLING A busy week for the club began with a long trip to Fourmilewater last Tuesday night, 23rd June, to play the home team in the 3rd round of the championship. After a tough hours hurling the Westerners came out on top on a 2-11 to 2-7 scoreline. With three games played we have only 1 point to show for our efforts, but no need to fret as their are plenty games still to be played.

U-13 HURLING We opened our first match of the U-13 campaign with a spin to Portlaw to take on the tannery boys last Wednesday evening, 24th June. After a very entertaining game we were just tipped at the post on a final tally of 6-4 to 6-2.

U-10 FOOTBALL Sacred Heart were the opposition for our U-10 footballers in Williamstown last Wednesday evening, 24th June. A poor first half display saw the city team ahead at the break, but a big improvement on the resumption saw our lads just fall short. Well done too all concerned.

U-16 HURLING: Our U-16 hurlers opened their season with a good win over St. Mollerans in Bunmahon last Thursday evening, the 25th. With 6 games in total we hope to do well in this grade, with Stradbally up next. Final score St. Mary’s 1-15; St. Mollerans 1-11.

ALL-IRELAND SKILLS FINAL Well done to young Tomas Mooney who represented St. Mary’s and Waterford in the AllIrealand Football Skills Final in Portlaoise lately.

Whille he didn't win it he finished a very creditable 5th, a proud day for himself and his parents Brendan and Catherine.

SINCERE SYMPATHY To U-9 &10 coach Neil Phelan and his family on the sad passing of his mother last weekend.

May the angels have mercy on her soul.

John Mitchel's Mitchel’s INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Training continues on a weekly basis as we

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await the League Final. This is scheduled for the weekend of the 24th July at present.

UNDERAGE We travelled to Ballyduff Lower on Wednesday last to play an u-10 match. A very sporting and enjoyable game was played out much to the enjoyment of all present. This Wednesday we travel to play St. Mary’s in Kill.

Throw in at 6:30 p.m. Training continues every Thursday at 6.30 p.m.

SPONSORED CYCLE Next weekend 4th July our cyclists will be hitting the road. The hardy group that are attempting the 200kms will travel to John Mitchel’s Tralee on Friday night in preparation for the following day.

They will be met on Saturday around mid-day in Mallow by another group and travel for home.

Nearer to home our underage members will join in to complete the journey to our field in Fews.

They will be greeted by music and a BBQ to round off an eventful day and a first for our growing club. Sponsorship and guess the time cards are in circulation so please support this event.

Make sure to come along and welcome the cyclists home and enjoy the evening.

SUMMER CAMP Our yearly Sports Camp with DKAM sports is taking place this year on 15,16 and 17th July. All children from 4 years and up are welcome to attend. Price is only €15 and will take place 10:30 to 2:30 p.m. each day. Forms can be obtained at training on Thursday evening.

DEISE DRAW Please make sure all accounts are up to date.

Also if you want to join the draw for next month contact Gary or Molly.

Newtown/Ballydurn Newtown/Ballydurn

The Stradbally team and mentors, Mike Navin and Noelie Weldon after their win over Tramore "B" in the U-14 Division 3 Co. football Championship Final.

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DEISE DRAW Congratulations to David Power, Portlaw who won €3,000 on the May draw. We unfortunately had no winner in the last draw. Could people with outstanding monies on the draw please pay it up.

Again thanks to everyone who supports the draw.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Anyone who is interested in going to the Munster Final could they please put in their orders with Toni Galvin (087-6737724) by Wednesday, 1st July. Prices are as follows, Adult covered €35, Adult uncovered €30, Terrace €25, Juvenile €5.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL The footballers play St. Molleran’s on the 1/07/15. Venue TBC. JUNIOR HURLING With 3 wins out of 4, the hurlers are progressing along nicely. Another win would guarantee them a place in the knockout stages of the championship.

Comeragh Ladies Comeragh Rangers Ladies AMERICAN TEA PARTY We are our holding our main fundraiser an American Tea Party on Saturday, July 25th at the Rathgormack Hiking Centre at 8 p.m. Tickets are €15 per person. This promises to be a great night and funds raised will go towards ongoing club expenses. If you are interested in hosting a table, please contact any of the following committee members: Maisie Dunphy, Toni Galvin, Joe Murray, Marian O’Hanlon, Kevin Power, Edel Curry, Eibhlin Power, Kevin Barry, Katie O’Hanlon, Marguerite Hassett, Nora Dunphy or alternatively email comeraghrgs@eircom.net.

CLUB ACTION Our under 12's, managed by Kevin Power played their County semi-final recently.

Unfortunately, the girls lost to a strong Ballymac team on the day.

On Saturday, our under 14 team also played their semi-final against Stradbally. The first half was a close encounter and the girls were trailing by a goal at a half time. However the Stradbally team proved to be too strong in the second half and the girls were unluckily beaten.

Our junior team had a great win against Na Deise in Aglish on Monday last. The girls are playing numerous games lately and are putting in tremendous work under their manager Ryan Roche. Keep up the good work girls.

COUNTY FIXTURES The Intermediate team play their Munster final against Clare on the 11th July at 4 p.m. in Mallow.

This is followed by the senior final between Cork and Kerry.

The Minor Munster Final is on Saturday, 4th July. The girls will take on a strong Tipperary team but we are sure they will rise to the challenge. The venue has yet to be decided.

We wish the best of luck to all players involved in both finals, especially to our own club players and to manager Joe Murry who is involved with the minor team.

Affane/Cappoquin COUNTY MINOR HURLING C'SHIP Cappoquin 1-08; Ballygunner 6-18.

Cappoquin took on Ballygunner in the Sportsfield on Monday last. The Cornerstone lads opened brightly going 1-3 to 0-02 ahead

Billy Devine (Chairman County Bord na nÓg) presenting the trophy for the U-14 Division 3 Co. football Championship, sponsored by Combined Waterford City Credit Unions to Stradbally captain Sean Navin after his team’s win over Tramore "B" in the final.

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early on, with Aaron O’Sullivan getting all the scores, but the concession of soft goals put a strong Ballygunner side in the ascendency at the interval to lead 3-8 to 1-5. With the aid of the breeze in the second half the Gunners were unstoppable putting in a powerful performance to run out comfortable winners at the final whistle.

Cappoquin Team: Keith O’Sullivan, Jordan Kearney, Craig Dunne, Mikey Bray, Matt Noonan, Andy Molumby, Nathan O’Mahoney, Jack Mangan, Tommy McCarthy, Daragh O’Rourke, Mick Meaney, Sean Cullinane, Simon Power, Aaron O’Sullivan, Jack Coffey. Subs used: Gavin Deevy, Ciaran Power.

DUNGARVAN U -12 HURLING TOURNAMENT Cappoquin U-12's who played Youghal last Wednesday, in what was a very close encounter, travelled last Saturday to Dungarvan. They played Kilrossanty, Dungarvan and Ballyduff Upper. They were all fought close games. We got to the final against Ballyduff Upper, however, to lose out by the last puck of the game was very hard luck on the lads. Well done to the lads.

Thanks to Dungarvan GAA Club for inviting us.

Team: Jamal Casey, Jack Costin, Adam Burke, D. J. Reddy, Danny Costin, Stevie Organ, Niall Collender, Sam Uniacke, Tadgh Kelleher, Mikey Dalton, Johnny O’Donnell, Mark Ormond, Conor Wilkinson, Conor Ormond, Cian Nolan.

WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING C'SHIP Cappoquin took on Shamrocks last Friday evening in Lismore. The Cappoquin lads put in a great effort over the hour against an excellent Shamrocks side who ran out deserving winners.

Cappoquin Team; Sean Cullinane, Brian Crotty, Tom Mansfield, Evan Mason, Keith Farrell, Killian Denn, Craig Dunne, Jack Mangan, Gavin McCarthy, Dean Whelan, Ritchie Scanlan, Nathan O’Mahoney, Shane McCarthy, David Cahill, Paudi Landers. Sub: Joe Fitzgerald, David Sheehan, Sham McCarthy.

U-14 HURLING COUNTY FIXTURES Rd 4 Wed., July 1st Cappoquin (A) V Ballyduff Upr at 7 pm in Ballyduff CLUB LOTTO This week’s draw for the Jackpot prize of

€8,200 took place on Monday, June 29th and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 16, 19, 25, 27. €20 consolation winners were: Mike Tamplin, c/o Central Bar; Liam ‘Sheskin’ Costin; Nora Crotty, Affane; Michael Phelan, Cappagh and Ellen Seary Ballyhane.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, How many Munster minor hurling C'ships did Jimmy Doyle win?

2, What club did Kilkennys’ Eddie Keher play for?

3, What Cork club defeated Dungarvan at the Fraher Field in the semi-final of the 2009 Munster Club Intermediate Hurling C'ship LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Ray Barry, Paul Fitzgerald, Seamus Keating and Owen Connors were the four Passage players on the Waterford U-21 hurling panel that won the All Ireland in 1992.

2, Michael Hubbard Ballydurn was centre half forward on the Waterford U-21 hurling team that won the All Ireland in 1992.

3, Tom Hunt, John Mitchels is the Waterford man to win a Sigerson cup medal in goal for UCD when they defeated Maynooth in the final in 1973?

CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE GAA CUL CAMP This year’s Cul Camp will take place from Monday, July 20th to Friday, July 24th. All details and payment can be made at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact Eilish Curran on 0876141686.

GOOD LUCK JAYO The Cappoquin/Affane GAA club wish our star U-16/Minor player Jayo Molumby the best of luck as he heads across channel to 'The Amex' to further his soccer career with Brighton and Hove Albion.

I reckon 'The Seagulls' will soon have a supporter’s club branch at the Cornerstone. Good luck and best wishes for the future Jayo.

CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE CLOTHES COLLECTION FUNDRAISER Our annual Clothes Collection will take place mid July, date TBC at the Affane/Cappoquin GAA grounds. Drop-off times will be in next week's notes. If you need items collected from your door, please contact 087 6843007 or 087 6501042.

We be accepting the usual clean clothing, paired shoes, bed linen, etc.

THE PREMIUM BUTCHER SUMMER LEAGUE The ladies will take on Butlerstown in the first round of this year's Premium Butcher Summer League this Friday, 3rd July at the Affane/Cappoquin GAA grounds.

CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING A committee meeting will take place in the Sportsman’s Inn, Cappoquin this Thursday, 2nd July, at 8.30 p.m.

AFFANE/CAPPOQUIN GAA CLUB PRESENT "THE KUBE" On Saturday, August 29th in Cappoquin Community Centre, 36 Contestants in total will enter The Kube. Each of the contestants will have to raise a target amount of €350 in order to enter The Kube, once this target has been met the remaining will go straight towards his/her own club. The contestant will also receive 10 tickets on the night for his/her supporters. Prior to each game a preview of the task ahead will be illustrated. There will be 6 heats of 6 contestants, with 2 games in each heat. In each game, the 2 fastest timed contestants go through. There will be 2 semi-finals of 6 contestants which will lead to a final of 4 contestants where the fastest timed winner will win €2,000 for their club. Entry on the night will be €10.

NOTES IN PAPER Just a reminder that I am not involved in all levels of the Camogie club, so I would greatly appreciate any input that members may have, especially in the underage levels. Input for notes can be sent to coleylanders@gmail.com

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €3,000 as on Sunday night last Paddy Power was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 51 which wasn’t the Joker although he did win €50. Sean French and Sheila Wall won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convinience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. SENIOR HURLING On Tuesday night last we suffered our first defeat of the Championship as Tallow beat us in Lismore. Hopefully the team can bounce back from this loss and secure a place in the knock out stages with wins in the last two games against Ballyduff Upper and Ballygunner.

Team: L. POWER, B. LOOBY, C. PRUNTY, S. O’DONOVAN, S. O’HARE, E. COLLINS, M. POWER, T. MURRAY, M. O’HALLORAN, M. FERNCOMBE, J. HURNEY, P. HURNEY, S. CLIFFE, G. HURNEY, D. McGRATH. Sub: M. GORMAN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL This Saturday night we play Geraldines in Fraher Field at 7:30 pm in our final match of the group stages.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL On Friday night our Junior Footballers play Geraldines in Colligan at 7:30 pm.

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 €550.

JUVENILE SECTION Under 14: On Friday last our under 14 panel and mentors headed off on their bus to Carnew in Co. Wicklow to play in this year’s Féile Peil.

Our First game was against Crossbeg from Wexford. Our boys started very well and won 65 to 0-0. Second game Friday evening was against Enniskillen Co. Fermanagh, this was a much tougher and closer game. We were down by 6 pts early on but our lads responded well but could not get the required scores hitting the post 3 times in the last 10 minutes and lost out 2-5 to 1-4. The Carnew club organised a parade through the village Friday evening for the four teams they were hosting as they also had a girls team staying there. The whole village came out to view and support the players.

Saturday morning we played the host team and played very well to win 5-10 to 2-2. From here we moved to Ferns where we played Ardee from Co. Louth in the quarter final. We played our best football in this game after a very slow start we were 2-3 to 0-1 down with 10 minutes gone playing with the wind. To their credit out boys fought back and were unlucky not to get a draw losing out 3-5 to 3-4.

On Saturday night our hosts had a Barbecue for the player’s parents and supporters and a kids disco was organised. On the Sunday morning our lads went to support the host team in plate final in Ferns before heading home. On the way home they stopped in Kilkenny for some fun and games and a meal.

This was a fantastic weekend for all the kids and one they will remember for many years. We would like to thank all the parents and supporters that travelled all of whom had a great weekend also.

A word or appreciation must go to the host club Carnew who put in some effort to ensure a really enjoyable weekend for everyone that was there.

Panel: Tadhg Collins, Sean Roche, Michael Troy, Patrick Fitzgerald, Colin Foley, Eoin Ahearne, Alec Norris, Senan Travers, Rory Ahearne, Cian O’Riordan, Oisin Hallahan, Dáire Slevin, David Hayes, Danial Raher, David Shields, Ben O’Donovan, Danial Treen, Jamie Moylan, Tony Dwyer, Calum Beresford, Niall Buckly, D. J. Kiely, Michael Kiely, James Couller, Rory Ahearne.

Under 16: Our under 16 hurling team get their championship up and running on Monday night next the 6th July at home to Ballygunner.

Minor hurling: Now that the leaving cert has finished minor hurling training has started again.

Our first game was fixed for Monday June 29th away to the Brickies. At the time of going to print the result of this match was not available but will be included in next week’s notes.

Under 10: Wednesday evening last (24th) we completed the U-10 Western Football Tournament on a lovely sunny evening in Cappoquin. First up was a match against the hosts and after a good come back by Cappoquin we held on to win 3-7 to 3-4. Our second game, we faced Kilrossanty and won 3-5 to 3-1. After a long wait we found out that we would play Clashmore in the 'A' final on the night. At the full time whistle the game ended in a draw so we had 5 mins a half extra time to decide the winners.

With time up and we winning by a goal, (5-9 to 49) Clashmore had one last chance to equalise, but this effort was magnificently saved by Conor

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015 and the final whistle was blown to great cheers from the lads. With us winning our three games on the night this meant we finished second overall after the three nights and duly the boys collected their medals. A big well done to the boys and a huge thanks goes to the host clubs over the nights (Ballinameela, Kilrossanty and Cappoquin).

Camoige Under 12: Our under 12’s had great success in recent weeks with big wins over Dungarvan and Lismore and a fortunate win over Portlaw last week where our goalie Ellen Power stopping all and sundry. This week we play Tramore in the last group game.

Primary Game: Congratulations to Hannah Walsh who will represent Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside at the Munster Final on Sunday week, July 12th in Thurles. We wish Hannah and her family an enjoyable day.

Blitzes: We held our own under 10 and under 8 blitz at the club grounds last week and it was hugely successful with over 140 girls from 6 clubs participating. Thanks to the Juvenile club for their co operation and to our suitably attired and professional referees, Eoin Kiely, Kevin Dwane Rory Conway and David Looby who did an excellent job. On this Saturday, July 4th our under 8 and under 10 teams travel to Lismore for an 11am start. Training is on Friday as usual at 5pm.

PLAYER PROFILES Name: Charlie Gleeson Age: 5 and a half years Favourite Food: Chicken Nuggets Favourite Sport: Soccer & Hurling Favourite Film: Toy Story Name: Rory Mulcahy Age: 5 years Favourite Food: Chips Favourite Sport: Hurling Favourite TV Programme: Spongebob

Colligan Emmetts WESTERN JFC (PREMIER), RD. 5 We play our final group game of the divisional Junior (Premier) football Championship this Saturday evening where we face last year’s Western champions, An Sean Phobal, the game is timed for a 7:30 pm throw-in at the Dungarvan club grounds.

CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the Black and Amber club lotto held in Quills Master McGrath Bar on Monday, June 22nd last. The numbers drawn were 7, 17, 18 & 25. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Frank Tobin, Stephen Dunford, Patricia Walsh Jnr., and Fionán Drohan. Last Monday (29/06) night’s jackpot was worth €5,950.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Club tickets will be distributed as follows: West by Pat Grant on Friday 3rd in Lawlors Hotel from 6 pm to 7 pm.

East by Seamie Cleere on Friday 3rd in Walsh Park from 5 pm to 6 pm.

There will also be public Sales: In Walsh Park on Wednesday 8th July - 11am to 2.30pm In Fraher Field on Thursday 9th July - 5pm to 7pm Prices for tickets are as follows: Covered Stand Adult: €35; Covered Stand Juvenile: €5; Uncovered Stand Adult: €30; Uncovered Stand Juvenile: €5; Terrace Adult: €25; Terrace Juvenile: €5.

Juvenile tickets are available in all areas of the stadium.

Season Ticket holders are in the Kinane Stand.

Students/OAP's will receive a concession of €10 in all areas of the stadium at the designated stile on production of valid I.D. Anyone looking for tickets, is asked to contact club secretary Gerry Quinlan ASAP on 0876063601.

Ballyduff Upper It has been a mixed week on the results front with both our Intermediate footballers and junior hurlers winning their respective matches against Ballinameela and Dungarvan whilst our Senior hurlers have it all to do in their remaining two games to avoid finishing in the bottom two places in the group after being beaten by Fourmilewater.

Our senior hurlers lost out to Fourmilewater in the third round championship game played in Fraher field on Tuesday night last. Fourmilewater got off to the better start and by the 20th minute we found ourselves trailing 1-10 to a single point, our point coming from a Mikey Kearney free. It would be fair to say that Fourmilewater were full value for the lead at this point however the lads came back into the game and in the 10 minute periods either side of the half time break scored 6 unanswered points to cut the deficit was cut to 6 points. Unfortunately this was as good as it got and Fourmilewater matched us point for point to close out the game with a 7 point win. This latest

The Ballysaggart U-14 Ladies Football team at Féile last weekend.

loss leaves us at the bottom of our group with no points from our three games to date. Our two remaining games versus De La Salle and Abbeyside will most likely not go ahead until Waterford’s Senior Hurlers are out of the Championship. The above game versus Fourmilewater was doubled as a senior league game and the defeat here also ends our interest in the league.

The team and scorers v Fourmilewater were: David Walsh, Denis McDonagh, Tommy Molumphy, Shane Hannon, Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney (0-1), Jamie Hannon, Jamie Kearney (0-2), Seamus Hannon, Eoin Scanlon, Tom Feeney, Stephen Molumphy, Kevin Casey (0-3), Andrew Casey, Mikey Kearney (0-5 4f), Brian Kearney (0-1) (for Eoin Scanlon 45 mins.).

The intermediate footballers recorded their third win in four games in Lismore last Saturday night against Ballinameela. Ballinameela lead the possession stakes for the first half but will rue the seven wides they kicked in this period. The teams retreated to the dressing rooms from the inclement weather at half-time with Ballinameela leading 0-6 to 0-3. Ballyduff emerged a different team in the second half and although playing into the wind they outscored Ballinameela 2-7 to 0-3 with goals coming from Mikey Kearney and Eoin O’Brien. This win guarantees a place in the semi finals. Our final group game takes place in Fraher Field on Friday night at 8 pm versus Sliabh gCua. Team and Scorers v Ballinameela: David Walsh, Tommy Feeney, Shane Kearney, Maurice McNamara, Jamie Hannon, Michael Kearney, Shane Hannon, Jamie Kearney, Stephen Molumphy (0-2), Eoin O Brien (1-0), Mikey Kearney (1-4), Brian Kearney (0-1), Colin Keane, Seamus Hannon (0-3), Cian Leamy, Jack Daly, Colm Horgan, Kenneth Geary, Martin Feeney, Denis McDonagh

In junior hurling we took on Dungarvan in Lismore last Saturday week in the second round of the championship. Having lost our first game to St. Marys a win in this game was needed to keep hopes of making a semi final alive. The first half was a closely contested affair with the teams level on the half hour mark Ballyduff 1-11; Dungarvan 2-8. Ballyduff’s first half goal coming courtesy of Mike Drislane. Two Martin Feeney goals in the opening minutes of the second half gave us a lead which Dungarvan never managed to close. A fourth goal by Colin Keane along with flawless free taking from David Walsh gave us the win we needed to get two points on the board.

We face Fourmilewater in the third round in Colligan on Friday, 10th July at 7:30 pm.

Panel & Scorers: Conor Sheehan, Bill Keane, Aidan Feeney, Conor Hannon, Maurice McNamara, Ger Feeney, Kenneth Geary, Tommy Feeney (0-1), John Twomey (0-4), Eoin O’Brien (0-1), Mike Drislane (1-0), William Keane, Colin Keane (1-0), Martin Feeney (2-1), David Walsh (0-11, 8f), Gerry O’Donovan, Kevin Moroney, Michael Hannigan, Mike Ahern, Thomas McDonagh.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Anyone who wishes to order tickets for the Munster Hurling Final is asked to contact Olive Feeney on or before Wednesday, 1st July, alternatively tickets can be purchased in Supervalu and Centra shops or online at www.tickets.ie.

GOLDEN GOAL Congratulations to Matt Fahy from Kilgobinet who was the winner of our recent golden goal fundraiser which was run for the Munster Senior Hurling Semi-Final on 7th June.

Juveniles Clonea Juveniles Clonea JUVENILE BLOTTO No winner of our June Blotto draw. Numbers drawn were 2, 5, 1, 6, 4, 3 and 7. Consolation prizes to Martin Power, Coolroe, €50; Anthony Power, Ballygarrett, €25 and Tina Fahey, Ballythomas, €25. Next draw is this Sunday, 26th July in Clancy’s Bar. Jackpot is now €5,700.

Please support us KELLOGG’S CUL CAMP Our camp runs from 6th July to 10th July. Cost is €55 for first and reductions after that for two or more children. Contact Tommy on 087-4120350

or Kevin on 086-2215401 for more details.

Ballinameela Ballinameela INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Ballinameela 0-9; Ballyduff Upper 2-10.

We failed to build on our previous wins in the Intermediate football championship when falling to a hungrier Ballyduff Upper side on Saturday last in Lismore. Conditions didn't favour flowing football as the rain began falling just 20 minutes before throw-in, continuing throughout. The hard ground and the drizzle combined to create a slick surface, which had a definite impact on the ability of both teams to string more than a few passes together before a slip or an easy dispossession caused play to break down.

The game started slowly, with scores early on at a premium. We fared better in this moiety, heading in at the break 0-6 to 0-3 to the good.

Micheál Shine, our best performer over the hour, was particularly prominent with several clean catches from kick-outs belying the troublesome conditions. Possession for the majority of the half was ours, deep in Ballyduff territory too, but our inability to make inroads through a packed defence proved to be our undoing later on the game when we found ourselves on the back foot.

Looking for a swift restart to try and put daylight between the teams, we produced anything but as the men in red began to find a rhythm and hit us for several points on the bounce. Ballyduff's purple patch lasted almost 15 minutes, a time in which they added score after score, and by the 50th minute they were 2-10 to 0-8 to the good.

Their goals were very different, the first a well taken punched effort after a lobbing ball found the Ballyduff man lurking at the far post, the second a more fortuitous attempt that originally looked to be a shot for a point from 20 yards but found its way to the bottom right corner instead.

Our opponents weren't to score again, nor did they need to, as they shut up shop to defend for the closing 10. In that time we added another point through a deflected goalbound effort from Brian Phelan, but never truly troubled their goal.

A sobering defeat that leaves us looking for a win against Dungarvan next Saturday to finish the group stage on a positive note.

PREDICT THE SCORE COMPETITION There has been a delay in the draw for the winner of the Predict the Score competition. The winner will be announced here and on the club's social media sites (see Golden Goal below) as soon as it is known!

GOLDEN GOAL For the upcoming Munster final where Waterford will face Tipperary, Ballinameela GAA will run a Golden Goal competition with a €500 prize for the lucky winner. Every club member will be selling scratch cards with a time on them over the next 2 weeks at a cost of €2 per card. The exact time that the first goal is scored will be confirmed and posted on Twitter (@Ballinameela), on the club Facebook page and also in the newspaper notes. Tickets are selling fast!

DÉISE DRAW - RESULTS JUNE 2015 €10,000 - Eddie Power, Brownstown - Erins Own €3,000 - Donna Jacob, c/o Noel Reidy - St. Saviours €1,500 - Kevin Cunningham, Chapel Road Stradbally €250 each: Anne O'Connor, Touranore Park Brickeys; Sarah Mullarkey, McCarthyville Abbeyside/Ballinacourty; Aoife/Pat Kirby, Aylesbury - Ferrybank; Peter McGrath c/o Kevin Burns - Fenor; Eddie O Cuirrin, Rinn ua gCuanach - An Rinn; Leanne Browne, Ballymurrin, Kill - Erins Own; Aileen Kiely, c/o Pa McGovern - Abbeyside/Ballinacourty; Pat/Angela Dalton, Whitestown - Clonea. Next Draw; Kilgobinet 31st July 2015.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Intermediate Football Championship

Saturday, 4th of July - Ballinameela v Dungarvan in Bushy Park at 7:30 pm.

Junior Hurling Championship Saturday, 11th of July - Ballinameela v Ballysaggart in Lismore at 7:30 pm.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 23rd June : Numbers drawn were 10, 12, 14 and 17. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Brendan Meagher, Pat Veale and Helen O’Sullivan. Next week’s jackpot is €2,250.

FÉILE WEEKEND All in the club would like to say well done to the under 14 girls who represented their club and Waterford in the Féile Peil na nÓg over the weekend in Wicklow/Carlow. They can be very proud of their achievements in winning 4 out of 5 games over Friday and Saturday and being joint top of their group and giving it everything in trying to overcome the eventual winners Limerick in the semi-final on Sunday morning.

FOOTBALL Best of luck to the Junior Football team as they take on Melleray this Saturday night in Lismore at 7.30 p.m.

Tourin GALA DAY SHINES ON! With all the hard work and planning that went into getting everything ready for the Annual Gala Day, the sun was shining and the crowd gathered. The field was set up with various stalls and music played. With something at the Gala to cater for young, old and even the four legged variety - from athletics, a vintage motor show, a dog show and even the slow bike to mention but a few. There was something to keep one entertained all day long. Food and tea provided throughout the day ensured that you weren't left hungry. All in all, it was an all round enjoyable day.

Thanks must go to those who helped out at the Gala and to those who organised it all.

BOB KEANE MEMORIAL CUP/INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE GAME We played St. Mary's in a league/tournament game in a wet and windy Touraneena on Saturday evening. St. Mary's played with the wind in the first half and had a big half-time lead by 13 points to 1-01. With the wind at our backs in the second half, we cut in into St. Mary's lead but unfortunately time was not in our favour and we lost by 4 points. Tourin 1-8; St. Mary's 0-15.

Overall, the team performance was somewhat lacking and would need to improve for the remainder of the championship.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS With the Munster Final against old rivals Tipperary fast approaching on the 12th July, orders for tickets for the Final must be put in by today - Wednesday. So don't delay if you want to make the journey to Semple Stadium to shout for the Dèise boys.

U-14 FÈILE WEEKEND A big congratulations must be given to the U-14 Ballysaggart ladies football team who were competing in Fèile over the weekend. They won all but one game in their group on Saturday to qualify for the semi-final on Sunday. The girls unfortunately lost to a very strong St. Ailbhe's team from Limerick. However, they did everyone proud and by all accounts they had a great time.

S.O.S. SAVE OUR STRAND A lifelong local and favourite amenity in Lismore is at risk of being lost to the community for good. The Owennashad or the Strand as known to locals, has for many years been a well known and favoured placed to go for a swim.

However, it hasn't been dug out now with the past 2 years and there's a fear among locals that it will remain this way. So for things to change, we need to save our Strand.

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Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW SENIOR HURLING Tallow 2-13; Abbeyside 1-11.

Written off by some before the ball was even thrown in - there was only going to be one outcome, or was there? Abbeyside opened the scoring and arguably started the better team. This was shortly followed by a quick Thomas Ryan reaction who rattled the net with a superb strike from the ground. This one he certainly got from Mr Power! The sod was obviously good!!

Abbeyside responded with 3 points in succession, 2 from placed balls and 1 from play. Four unanswered points from Tallow put them in the drivers seat and things were looking positive. The men in defence were as solid as ever, (maybe one or two lost their calling as men in uniform!) and some wonderful team work would make anyone proud to be part of the Bridesiders. Half-time score Tallow 1-8, Abbeyside 0-6.

One minute on the clock in the second half and Ryan struck again with his second goal of the game. This spurred the lads on and gave them an 8 point lead. Sully was cool, calm and collected as ever between the posts and he needed to be when he pulled off a magnificent save from point blank range - I know where I’d be headed from a shot like that! Further points from Fag, Tommy and Ringo (who reminded me of Ciaran Carey back in the day when he went on his ferocious runs at lightening speed) sealed the deal. A late Abbeyside goal left the full time result Tallow 2.13 Abbeyside 1.11 Tallow now top their group on five points. Great credit must be given to all the lads on an excellent team performance.

Subs: E. Sheehan, B. McCarthy. Scorers: T. Ryan 2.8 (5 frees), P. O Brien 0.2, A. Kearney J. Henley P. Kearney 0.1 each.

Tallow 1-10; Modeligo 0-15.

A combination of work commitments, injuries and players on minor hurling duty saw Tallow travelling to Bushy Park Friday night with a severely depleted squad certainly from a numerical point of view. This was to prove critical as we entered the last quarter. Having lead the game for three quarters of the hour we didn't have men on the bench to give us the added impetus needed to close out the game.

As if we need convincing, James Tobin opened the scoring with an exquisite point to prove his Maurice Fitzgerald like effort against Old Parish was no fluke. The first half was a staid enough affair. Points were exchanged in an even contest. Aaron Pratt's goal for Tallow after 25 minutes was telling and we reached half time leading by the minimum with our other points coming from Sean Gleeson, Bear, Mikey (f) and Stefan.

Tallow 1-5; Modeligo 0-7.

Showing no ill affects from his kodaline (that's a band not a drug) experience the previous night, Paul O’Brien clipped over a couple of points to increase our lead to 3 on the restart. Modeligo answered this out with 2 of their own. Mikey converted a free. Both sides had goal chances as well and J. P. was able for anything fired at him.

It was a tenuous lead and with Modeligo showing greater intent we were coming under increasing pressure. As the second half wore on the lads battled gamely but legs were getting weary and Modeligo took full advantage to notch up 4 in a row. That great club stalwart Brian Henley, threw himself into the fray to man the barricades but Modeligo were motoring well and finished strongly to win by 2, deservedly so I must admit.

This may be controversial but my man of the match was Stephen Pratt. He gave it everything.

The foreplay is over and it’s now down to the serious business of the knock-out stages. We have had a mixed campaign but we have seen enough to know that we are a match for anyone on our day. If we are to advance we need more familiarity with the big ball. Without going mad this can be achieved with a few challenge games and or training sessions. Secondly we need all players available for our quarter final game whenever that will be. The junior football management have been more than accommodating by releasing players to our other club teams. We now need to

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

give them the best possible chance to advance.

At this stage of the campaign we would like to thank all of the players and our management team Brian Henley, Denis Tobin and John Paul Grey, our first aid staff Joanne Kearney and Diarmaid Hallahan and of course our indispensable Runai Lindsay. From a spectators view its been most enjoyable and more to come.

Tallow: J. P. Grey, A. Curley, A. Pratt (1-0), M. Tobin, Kevin Henley, Dave "Fada" O’Brien, K. Fraser, M. O’Brien, M. Curley (0-3f), S. Tobin (0-1), E. Hickey, P. O’Brien (0-3), James Tobin (0-1), S. Gleeson (0-1), S. Pratt (0-1), B. Henley.

Final Note: We have been regular visitors at Bushy Park this year and we are getting to like the place. It’s a beautiful part of the county. The surrounding countryside is enchanting. The grounds are pristine, meticulously maintained and a credit to the Brickey Rangers club.

FIXTURES – JUNIOR HURLING We will play Lismore in Ballyduff 7.30 p.m.

Saturday, 11th July, and as always your support would be much appreciated.

CLUB GROUNDS We have had a number of what can only be described as mindless acts of vandalism at our grounds over the last few weeks. Empty bottles have been left around our club grounds but even more serious than that broken bottles have been strewn on the school field. The danger this presents to young children who might be using the field is all too obvious. Gardai have been informed and we would ask members of the public to be vigilant and pass on any information to the Gardaí. It's just a few mindless individuals but it has to be stamped out.

LOTTO Numbers: 1, 5, 6 & 27. No winner.

Consolations: Eamonn Forbes, Bridie Martin, Tommy Tobin, Michael A. Leahy. Promoter: Martin Sheehan. Next draw Lukie’s, July 6th, jackpot €5,200.

COIS BHRÍDE MHC – Cois Bhride 2-19; Ballyduff Lower 0-9.

Cois Bhride recorded their first win of the Minor hurling championship with an emphatic win over Ballyduff Lower in Ballyduff last Monday night. Played in wet conditions which made good hurling difficult, Cois Bhride took the game to the hosts from the start, and with scores coming freely from play and frees, we were well worth our eight point lead at half-time. Our goal came from a penalty expertly dispatched by Ryan Grey after he himself was fouled.

We kept up the pressure in the second half with scores from Kelvyn O'Farrell, Ed Hynes, Ryan, and a well taken goal and two points from Darragh Buckley, we finished the game off. A good start to the championship which we managed without four first choice players out through injury and holidays. On that note, we wish Padraig Roche a swift recovery from a broken elbow sustained last Friday. Get well soon!

Panel: Davy Tobin, Robbie Geary, Jake Beecher, Tom Roche, Darragh Mulcahy, Jordan Henley, Ian Beecher, Jake Neville (0-2), Edward Hynes (0-2), Shane Ryan (0-1), Kelvyn O'Farrell (0-4), Edward O'Neill, Darragh Buckley (1-2), Ryan Grey (1-8), Alan Buckley, Keenan O'Flynn, Billy Hynes.

NEXT WEEK'S FIXTURES Wednesday, 1st July: U-14 Hurling Div. 2 Home v. Portlaw at 7 p.m.; Friday, 3rd July: U-12 Hurling Div. 1 Home v. Cappoquin at 6.30 p.m.; Monday, 6th July: U-16 Hurling Div. 2 Home v. St. Pats at 7.00 p.m.

UNDER 13 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP In the opening round of the U-13 hurling championship our lads had a comfortable win over St. Oliver’s on Monday 22nd. Well done to all the team and their mentors.

Team: Cathal Hunt, Eoin Hurly, Darragh Spillane, Eoghan Lenaghen, Jake Chambers, Stephen Roche, Padraig Hynes, Mark Dalton, Shane Martin, Tom Dalton, Conor O'Keffee, Josh Geary, Eolan Costello, Ciaran Lenaghen, Ian Martin.

Their next match in this championship is scheduled for 11th June against Ring at home U-16 HURLING: Cois Bhride 3-12; Clan na nGael 1-6 Cois Bhride U-16 hurlers got off to a perfect start when they were 12 point winners over Clan na Gael which was played in Butlerstown last Thursday. This game was won in the first half with a hat-trick of goals scored by Darragh Buckley who was proving more than a handful for the

Picture is of St. Olivers LGFA Girls Under 12's who played the Shamrocks and beat them 3-5 to 1-2 to become Under 12 Waterford County Champions. Well done to all. home team. Wind advantage was a factor in the first half, but the team was playing well all over the park and were deserving of their 3-6 to 0-2 half-time lead. Clan na Gael came out all guns blazing in the second half and scored a goal and a point in quick succession to suggest a strong second half challenge, but our lads rode out the storm and added six more points to their tally to win comfortably in the end.

Panel; Dean Beecher, Billy Henley, Tom Roche, Eoin McGrath, Cian Ryan, Robbie Beecher, Sean Henley, Billy Hynes, Ian Beecher, Ivan O' Neill, Charlie Murphy, Ciarán McCarthy, Mark Stewart, Darragh Buckley, Ben Aherne, Liam Motherway, Ciarán Hunt, Padraig Hynes, Mike Condon.

Their next match is at home to St. Patrick's next Monday.

UNDER 11 TOWN & COUNTRY LEAGUE Cois Bhride U-11 hurlers are the Division 2 Town & Country League Champions! They rounded off an unbeaten run against Cappoquin last Friday night. Congratulations to all the team and mentors.

Team: Ian Martin, Darragh Spillane, Jake Henley, Stephen Roche, Shane Martin, Jake O’Brien, Jack Murphy, Shane Cronin, Alex O’Dowd, Ciaran Lenehen, Dylan Beecher Flynn, Adam McSweeney, Jack McDonnell, Alan Hurley.

LARRY QUINN U-13 SKILLS COMPETION We were well respenented in this competion last Wednesday evening in Bushy Park with Eoghan Lenehan, Jake Chambers and Padraig Hynes displaying their skills. And congratulations to Padraig on finishing second on the night, a great achievement, well done. (The final will take place in Tallow Tuesday, 30th June and results will be in next week's notes).

UNDER 8 HURLING Our U-8 hurlers went to Clashmore last Monday and had two great wins over St. Oliver's & Clashmore, on what was a very wet evening.

Well done to all the team and mentors. Their next game will be football next Monday evening.

KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMP This year's camp will be held in Knockanore, Monday 10th – Friday 14th August, 10 am-2:30 pm and activities will include football, hurling, camogie and rounders. Places are still available and can be booked either on line or with Lisa Henley on 086-3461882. A lot of kids have already booked and recieved their Cúl Camp’s gear and it looks great, so book today and don't lose out on a great week of fun and learning and getting a great training top, jersey and gearbag!!!

NEXT WEEK'S FIXTURES Wed. 1st July: U-14 Hurling Div 2 Home v Portlaw at 7 p.m.

Fri. 3rd July: U-12 Hurling Div 1 Home v Cappoquin at 6.30 p.m.

Mon. 6th July: U-16 Hurling Div 2 Home v St. Pat’s at 7 p.m.

Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray ON Sunday our hurlers took on Modeligo in Lismore in front of a decent crowd in Lismore.

After a slow start our lads got going and slotted over some good points with the aid of the breeze through Kevin Power, Mark Montayne, Ciaran Flynn and Mikey Crowley. A goal from Gary O’Connor had us clear at half-time 1-11 to 0-3.

Against the breeze we upped our game and 2 goals from John Begley and one each from Gary O’Connor and Mikey Crowley had us well clear at the end 5-17 to 0-11. Overall, a good team performance that puts us back in contention for a knockout place. Our last game is against Ring, which we must win to have any hope of qualifying.

Team: E. Byrne, J. Crowley, P. O’Rourke, C. O’Shea, S. Coughlan, B. Hennessy, K. O’Rourke, C. Flynn (0-1), R. McGlone, M. Montayne (0-2), K. Power (0-5), D. Coleman, M. Crowley (1-7), J. Begley (2-1), G. O’Connor (2-1). Subs: M. Morris, P. Lyons, M. Bray, J. O’Neill (used), D. Byrne, S. Power, D. Nugent, D. Bray, M. O’Rourke, P. Shelley.

Thanks to all our loyal supporters who cheered the lads on. We are playing Ballysaggart in championship football on this Saturday night at 7.30 in Lismore. A local derby and all support welcome. It has been a long long time since both teams met in a football game. Perhaps some of our older club members might be able to tell us when the last meeting was?

MELLERAY GLENROVERS GAA LOTTO LAUNCH Melleray Glenrovers GAA. Lotto was officially launched in The Cat's Bar, Melleray on Sunday last. Winning numbers drawn on the night were 11, 12, 18 & 19. No winner on the night. Next week's jackpot €250.

Consolation prizes were as follows: €10.00 each to: Thomas Halley, Newcastle; Leo O'Donnell, Melleray and Mary Hennessey, Salterbridge. Thanks to the Cat's Bar for the use of their venue; many thanks to all those who bought tickets and we would be grateful for your continued support. Next week’s draw will take place in Cat's Bar on Sunday night next, at 9.00 pm. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 and can be purchased from any Club Official or on the night.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Rudy & Jenny Lyons are holding a coffee morning in their home in Toor on Saturday, 4th July, from 11.00 a.m. onwards in aid of Pieta House. Please come along and support this very worthy cause, catch up with neighbours and friends over a cuppa and a slice of whatever you fancy, all welcome, the more the merrier!!

Lismore

Brickey Rangers Under 14 prior to their departure to Belfast for the annual Féile Competition.

(Kindly sponsored by EAMON'S PLACE) COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF PIETA HOUSE On Saturday next, July 4th from 11 a.m. at Jeni and Rudy Lyons home in Toor there will be a coffee morning with proceeds going to PIETA HOUSE. Your support on the day for this worthy cause would be appreciated by all involved with the running of this fundraiser. Directions to their home will be sign-posted on the main road. Hope to see you there on the day for a cuppa.

WELL DONE Well done to all involved with the underage

girls in the Ballysaggart Football Club on their fine performance in the Feile last weekend. They reached the semi-final which was a great achievement on first time qualifying for this competition.

MUNSTER FINAL HURLING TICKETS Orders for Munster Final Tickets now being taken by Joe Pollard or Jimmy O’Gorman on or before Wednesday, July 1st. Prices are as follows: Covered Stand €35, Uncovered €30, Terrace €25. Juvenile are €5 for everywhere within the stadium.

FIELD FIXTURES MINOR HURLING: Div 1. Naomh Carthach V De la Salle at Lismore on Thursday, July 2nd at 7.30 p.m JUNIOR FOOTBALL: Ballysaggart V Melleray at Lismore next Saturday, July 5th at 7.30 p.m.

LISMORE CLUB LOTTO The club lotto was held in the Community Centre on Monday, June 29th, 2015 at 7.30 p.m.

Numbers drawn for jackpot of €17,050 were as follows: 4, 13, 18, 24. No winner. Consolation prizes went to Linda Buckley, Kevin Ryan, A. Fitzgerald and Matt Houlihan. Next week’s jackpot €17,200. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a jackpot of €3,400 held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 28/6/15. Numbers were 4, 10, 26, 27. €30 to the following people: Anthony Mulhearne, Mahonbridge; Sean Veale, Leamybrien. Seller’s prize of €30 Benny Whyte. Next Clotto held in Micilín’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday Night 5/7/15 for a jackpot of €3,500. On duty on the night Benny Whyte and Michael Keating.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND THREE We played St. Saviours last Sunday evening, 28th June in Walsh Park and won on a scoreline of 1-7 to 1-4. We opened the scoring on 15 minute with a goal from Eoin Cummins. Followed by a Paul Whyte point from play and two from Paul and Tommy Prendergast. In injury time the St. Saviours goalkeeper Paul Holohan produced a great save from Paul Whyte who pointed the 45. Half-time score 1-4 to 0-1. We opened with a point from Paul Whyte to make the score 1-5 to 0-2. This was followed by St. Saviour’s goal on 52 minutes. Making a close and nervy final minutes making the score 1-6 to 1-3. St. Saviours were reduced to 14 when Peter Crowley received a red for a challenge on Paul Whyte. Paul scored the late free to ensure the win. We are now through to the quarter-finals with two games remaining.

Kilrossanty team: Darren Mulhearne, Killian Whelan, Mark Prendergast, Barry Prendergast, Pa Whyte,Stephen Prendergast, James Whyte, Tommy Prendergast (0-1), Niall Walsh, Alan Quinn, Eoin Cummins (1 goal), Donal Fitzgerald, Bobby Power, Paul Whyte, Paul Whyte (6), 3 frees, Joey Veale.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED QUARTER-FINAL Our juniors are in championship action this Friday evening, 3rd July in Ardmore against Clashmore at 7.30 p.m. please come along and support the men in green and gold.

DEISE DRAW The club had no winners in the Deise Draw held in Ballymacarbry last Friday night. This is a great fundraiser for the club with 70% going towards the club.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Dungarvan JOHN MEEHAN TOURNAMENT Generously sponsored by the Meehan Family, this very enjoyable four team tournament was staged in our club grounds last Saturday morning. Ballyduff emerged winners in a thrilling final with Cappoquin and our own boys won the Plate final against Kilrossanty. Thanks to everybody who helped out on the day, referees Stephen O’Donovan, Brendan Cullinane, Conor Duggan and Pat Kiely and to the parents who provided refreshments and to our catering group. Liam Moore took some lovely photos and a special thanks to Conor Lannon, Country Store for his generous supply of fruit. Thanks also to Ballyduff, Kilrossanty, Cappoquin and our own team under Pat Curran and Trevor Galvin for taking part.

Our own team lined out as follows. Robbie Wall, Rian O’Dwyer, Jake Ducey, Mark Loftus, Sam Dalton, Micheal Power, Mark McGarry, Kevin Crotty, Oisin Cummins, Brian Curran, Jack Mulligan, Shay Cullinane, Darragh Harty.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Our final Group game against Ballinameela will take place this Friday evening in Ballinameela at 8 pm. We will then play Sliabh gCua in a relegation play off on a date to be confirmed.

SARGENT CUP We play Passage in the semi-final of this year’s Senior Hurling Sargent Cup in the Fraher Field this Sunday at 2 pm.

MINOR HURLING Our minors paid the price for a slow start to this game when Passage beat us by the minimum of scores in our own field last Saturday evening. We trailed by 0-11 to 0-4 at half-time and the goal we badly needed to get back into the game unfortunately arrived that bit too late despite a dominant second half by our team. This was our first championship game and we are out again on Wednesday July 15th, away to Cois Bhride in Tallow at 7.30 pm.

Dungarvan : Stephen Donovan; Mark Boland, Peter Queally, Conor Hayes; Mick Devine, John Curran , John Devine; Sean Crotty 0-1, Glen Waters 1-2; Aidan Kirwan 0-1, Darragh Lyons 0-3 (2f), Jack Lacey 0-2f; Conor Donovan, Luke Rossiter, Brendan Cullinane. Sub: Kealan Daly.

Thanks to our ladies who served refreshments to both clubs after the game.

DEISE DRAW Thanks to everybody who supported the June Deise Draw last week and everybody who sold tickets.

GOLDEN GOAL The club is currently selling Golden Goal tickets for next week’s eagerly awaited to Munster Senior Hurling Final and we would appreciate your support for this important fund raiser. Thanks to everybody who has bought tickets to date.

LOTTO ON-LINE Last Monday was our inaugural day for the facility of playing the club lotto on line. There may well be a few teething problems for perspective users of this way of doing the lotto but it should prove very successful. Thanks to Paddy and Mary Fitzgerald for coming up with this idea and to Megan Daly for the countless hours she spend in getting it up and running. Buyers on their phone will get a reminder every Monday to play the Lotto.

This week’s Lotto numbers are 10,12, 15 and 20. There was no winner. Next week’s jackpot is worth €8,900. The winner of the €100 was Ned Whelan, O’Connell St. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the lotto.

UNDER 11’s Our under 11’s travel to the Seana Phobail last week for a very enjoyable Town and Country Hurling game with An Ghaeltacht. We came out on top in this one but lost out to Abbeyside in the Burgery Grounds last Monday evening. This was our final game and thanks to our team Secretary, Una Mulligan for all her work along with team trainers Pat Curran and Trevor Galvin.

UNDER 14’s We play De La Salle in our own field this Wednesday in the County Hurling championship at 7 pm and this game should be well worth a visit. We are currently on four points from three games played.

WESTERN BOARD FIXTURE Emmetts play Sean Phobail in our club grounds this Saturday, July 4th in the Premier Junior Football Championship at 7.30 pm.

UNDER 16’s We commence our County U-16 Hurling championship this Monday, July 6th in our club grounds at 7 pm. versus Tramore. Come along and support the boys in the comfort of your new stand.

WELL DONE Congratulations to Jennifer Tutty on winning our recent club facebook competition for a new Dungarvan T-Shirt and to our sponsor Ger Wyley for his generosity to the club once again.

ON INTERNATIONAL DUTY Well done to our adult player Michael Walsh, Congress Villas on his exploits in the goal for the Irish Soccer team at the recent European championships. Michael kept a number of clean sheets and everyone in the club is proud of him playing for Ireland.

SYMPATHY The club extends its sincere sympathy to the

Moloney and Sheehan families on the recent death of Bert Hannon and to the Roche and Donnelly families on the death of Mary Lowndes.

May they rest in peace.

JIM POWER TOURNAMENT We welcome the Power family from Kilmac to the club this Saturday for the Annual under 14 Inter County Football Tournament in memory of their dad Jim. Visiting teams this year are Cork, Tipperary and Clare. The first game gets underway at 11 am. Be sure and come out and see the Senior Inter County stars of the future in action.

DUNGARVAN LADIES FOOTBALL U-14 County Final: The U-14s played Old Parish over the weekend in the U14C county final in Stradbally. The girls gave it all they had however Old Parish ran out deserving victors on the day on a score line of Dungarvan 3-5; Old Parish 2-12. Also a big thank you to Fordes Daybreak who sponsored the team.

Training: U-6-U-11 training continues every Thursday from 6.30-7.30. All new faces are always welcome to attend. There will also be a meeting at 6.00 to discuss the plans for our fun day all parents welcome to attend.

Minor/Intermediate takes place every Monday and Thursday at 7.30.

Fundraising: The club would like to thank everybody who helped out with the flag day and also to everybody who supported the club.

Stradbally VIKING MARATHON Last Saturday the community spirit which is the hallmark of Stradbally was on show in Waterford.

19 men and women from our community took part in the Viking Marathon in aid of our pitch development fund. Over the past 12 weeks they have trained very hard under the stewardship of Walter Drohan and their efforts were rewarded with some excellent times. Stradbally GAA would like to thank each and everyone of the runners and those who have sponsored them. We would like to especially thank Walter Drohan for his guidance, the runners really enjoyed his training even though many of them dreaded the Wednesday night's sessions!! Finally, we would like to thank Tom Norris of MW Keller and son solicitors for sponsoring the tops, it was great to see the red and white of Stradbally on display.

Chief motivator for this fundraiser was again Brendan Breen.

U-14 FOOTBALL FINAL U-14 (Division 3) Co. Football Championship Final, STRADBALLY 4-8; TRAMORE 3-3, well done to both teams for serving up such an entertaining encounter, a late surge by the Reds saw Stradbally deservedly lift the title after a terrific contest which was a credit to both teams. Thanks as well to referee Gavin Whelan (Colligan), linesmen Conor Donovan and Jack Lacey, and umpires Stephen Donovan and Conor Whelan...... Congratulations to STRADBALLY Team: 1 Eoin Fitzgerald. 2 Barry O’Brien, 3 Declan Keane, 4 Liam Og Corbett, 5 Alo Gough, 6 Alan ShawHamilton, 8 Daniel Fenlon, 9 Sean Navin (capt), 21 Liam Fennell,11 Eoin Pollack, 7 Mikey Mullaney, 15 Seadna MacAoire, 14 Pa Skehan. Fir Ionaid who all played their part when they came on. 12 Kyle Preston, 17 Shane Murphy, 18 James Gough, 19 Joseph Fenlon, 22 Fionn Sweeney, and Dylan Clancy.

Scorers: Daniel Fenlon 0-3, Seadna MacAoire, 1-0 Pa Skehan, 2-1 Sean Navin, 0-2 Liam Fennell, 1-0 Kyle Preston, 0-1 Eoin Pollack, 0-1.

Much appreciation is due to Noelie Weldon and Mike Navin for doing an excellent job in training these young lads. We are now Champions in U-13 and U-14. The future looks good.

DEISE DRAW Well done to Kevin Cunningham who won €1,500 in the Deise Draw last week.

SEAN AHEARNE CUL CAMP The Sean Ahearne Cul Camp is now well underway since last Monday and will finish on Friday, July 3rd.The kids are having a ball each day, camp begins at 10.00 a.m. And finishes at 2.30 p.m. Any queries on this camp talk to Tomas Walsh on 087-7681546 who will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

MUNSTER FINAL ON BIG SCREEN For those of you who are not going to Thurles on Sunday week you will be able to see the game live in the Social Centre on the big screen, this is a social event, bring the kids along to cheer on The Brick and the Waterford team against our neighbours Tipperary, relax and have your pint and arguments as the game progresses, this is a day out for all the family.

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Anyone who didn't order Munster Final tickets from Pat Fennell can now purchase tickets on Thursday, 9th July from 5 pm to 7 pm in Fraher Field. They will also be on sale in Walsh Park on Wednesday, 8th July from 11 am to 2.30 p.m.

LADIES NOTES Our U-12s had a great win over Na Deise last Wednesday night in the U-12 semi final. They are due to play the final in the coming weeks.

U-14: Our U-14 girls have qualified for the A county final after having a good win over Comeragh Rangers last Saturday evening. It was a closely contested contest but our girls came out on top in the end. The final is to be held in the coming weeks.

Senior Ladies: Our Senior ladies get their championship underway this weekend when they

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play St. Anne's in Dunhill on Sunday 5th at 7:30 p.m.

Minor County Ladies: Best of Luck to the Minor ladies team who take on Tipperary this Saturday, 4th July in Fraher field at 12:30 p.m.

Stradbally have Caitriona O'Brien, Grace Heffernan, Rebecca Casey and Chloe Fennell involved with this team.

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's Marys Sliabh THE BOB KEANE MEMORIAL CUP The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Club were delighted to welcome Tourin to Kirwan Park last Saturday night as they played for the Bob Keane Memorial Cup. The game was doubled up with an Intermediate hurling league fixture.

Bob had been a lifelong supporter of our club, fulfilling numerous positions within the club including Joint President until his passing in 2011.

A cup was donated by The Keane Family in honour of Bob’s dedication to the club which is played out by St. Mary’s each year.

In horrendous conditions, the match was a game of two halves. Playing with the strong wind, St. Mary’s held a substantial lead at the break, mainly through the accuracy of talented minor Mike Kearns.

The second half went as expected and Tourin dominated, again assisted by the stiff breeze.

With both outfits severely under strength, a tough close clash saw St. Mary’s clinch both points and ‘The Bob Keane Cup’ on a 0-15 to 1-7 scoreline.

After the match, Club Chairman Brendan Tobin thanked the Tourin Club for the entertaining game and spoke of Bob’s love for the Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Club.

Mary Hannon-Coleman (mece) then presented the Cup to St. Mary’s Captain Eoin Kearns. Eoin was also deservedly announced man of the match.

St. Mary’s team on the night was Denis Coffey, Brian Whelan, Johnny Ahearne, John Queally, Dermot Tobin, Eoin Kearns, Jack Skehan, Jason Sheehan, Kieran Barron, Dan Flynn, Mike Kearns, Jonathan Carroll, J. P. Fitzpatrick, Aiden Fitzpatrick & Shane Organ.

THANK YOU The Keane Family would like to thank the Tourin club for committing and fulfilling the invitation to play for The Bob Keane Cup. Also, extreme appreciation is forwarded to the St. Mary’s team and management, umpires and linemen. A special word of thanks must be expressed to Marie, Mary, Kay and Kate on preparing and serving refreshments afterwards.

PEIL IDIRMHEANACH Sliabh gCua will play the last round of their Championship fixtures this Friday evening. We will play Ballyduff Upper in Fraher Fielad at 8 pm.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Intermediate hurlers were back in championship action last Tuesday night in a refixed game against An Rinn down in Bushy Park and a good crowd was present here on what was a fabulous evening for a game. Our lads hit the ground running here and the scores flowed early on with the likes of Sean Fleming getting on the scoresheet with a handful of good scores and dynamic full forward John Prendergast knocking in two well-taken goals to leave the half-time score at 2-11 to 1-03. The second half saw more of the same with the Gaeltacht men struggling to keep up to the pace of the game and a further goal from J.P. helped our team to a 3-21 to 1-13 win at the end, so well done to all involved. This result leaves us joint-top of our group with one game remaining against Ballinameela but that final fixture may be a long way off yet depending on the County teams.

Team: 1. M. McGrath, 2. C. Bourke, 3. J. Seward, 4.

S. Bourke, 5. C. Faherty, 6. T. Bourke, 7. P. O'Rourke, 8.

D. Allen, 9. A. Trihy, 10. E. O'Halloran, 11. S. Fleming, 12.

B. O'Halloran, 13. P. Prendergast, 14. J. Prendergast, 15.C. O'Keeffe. Subs Used: R. Fitzgerald for C. O'Keeffe, P. Nugent for C. Bourke.

MUNSTER HURLING FINAL TICKETS With the Munster Hurling Final fast approaching, can anyone looking for tickets please contact either Tim Bourke on 086-8565600 or Billy O'Halloran on 087-2671090 as early as possible to make sure you get your preferred choice.

CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES (Twitter: @ckgaaclub Facebook: www.facebook.com/ckgaaclub) Club Nursery - FOOTBALL This Saturday at 10 a.m.: The Club Nursery takes place once again this Saturday, July 4th at 10 am and this week we will be doing FOOTBALL so please remember to bring mouthguards. We initially planned to run the Nursery for four weeks but the demand from parents and the overall response has been so positive we will extend it for another few weeks at least. We had over twenty kids playing again last Saturday so the big crowds just keep on coming. The Nursery is absolutely FREE for any child that is a club member and a mere €10 to register if a child is not a member yet and FREE subsequent to this. Any boys and girls aged from 5 to 8 are welcome to attend and will be split up as per their age group to make things easier. Parents please try to ensure all kids have mouthguards please, these are mandatory since

Presentation to the winning joint Ballyduff captains David Barry and Jack Keating at the John Meehan Tournament. the new rule was brought in. The Nursery runs from 10 am to 11 am sharp each Saturday and we will continue to run it until the 11th July. We will take a break for the Cúl Camp and revisit it then if parents wish us to keep it on and get involved. As usual, there is free tea and snacks and kids TV on in the Club Room so plenty to keep everyone occupied.

U-8 Play and Stay Blitzes: The U-8 Play and Stay Blitzes have been taking place in Clashmore the last two Monday's and will take place the next two Monday evenings also. This is a six team weekly blitz where every team plays two games and where everyone gets a game.

We had hurling last week and this week and we have football this Monday, 6th and Monday week, the 13th starting at 7 pm. The five clubs competing are Clashmore/Kinsalebeg, Cois Bhride, Ardmore, St. Olivers and Naomh Carthaigh. Any parents with boys or girls that are aged from 5 years to 8 years are more than welcome to bring them along to play, they are guaranteed game time and all the young players absolutely love it.

Cúl Camp Takes Place July 20th-24th!: The GAA Kellogg's Cúl Camps will be swinging into action shortly. The camp is open to any boys and girls born in 2009 or earlier (ie any child turning 6 in this calendar year and up to 13 years). This year the camp runs from Monday, July 20th to Friday, July 24th from 10 am to 2:30 pm each day. Katie Fleming is the Camp Co-ordinator for Clashmore and she can be contacted on 0879499266 to apply or indeed answer any questions.

Super Valu GAA Kit for Kids: The club is hoping to get people to support us in our attempt to get some gear and kit for our teams by shopping in Super Valu Youghal. More information is available on their website www.supervalu.ie.

Ballyduff Upper Juveniles Ballyduff Upper Juveniles U-8 PLAY & STAY GO GAMES The U-8’s played Naomh Brid and AbbeysideBallinacourty 2 on Monday last, 29th June, two great games! Next Monday, it’s football and they play Abbeyside/Ballinacourty 1 and Dungarvan.

Remember to bring gum shields!

U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE – SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY We’ve finished this League after seven matches and well done to all the boys who participated. Thanks to their mentors Sé Joyce, Fergal Hickey and Brendan Bolger.

U-12 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE – SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY This League also finished last week with matches against the Brickey Rangers and Kilrossanty. Well done to all the boys in the 7 games played and thanks to their mentors as mentioned above.

U-12 JOHNNY MEEHAN TROPHY On Saturday last the U-12’s travelled to Dungarvan to participate in the Johnny Meehan Trophy. Our first match was against Dungarvan and ended in a draw. The boys then won their next two games against Cappoquin and Kilrossanty and they made it through to the final against Cappoquin. After a great game and lots of excitement, Ballyduff Upper came out winners with a last second goal! Thank you to the Dungarvan Club for their hospitality and inviting us to the Tournament.

BORD NA nÓG COUNTY U-16 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION 3A We got a Bye in the first round of this championship so our first match will be at home in Ballyduff Upper against Sacred Heart on Monday next, 6th July at 7 pm. There will be seven matches in the Championship and it will run up

until September.

KIT FOR CLUBS PROMOTION Thanks to everyone who put their “Kit for Clubs receipts” into the Ballyduff Upper GAA Box in Riordans Supervalu, Fermoy. We’ve reached the target and qualified to receive a training kit for the club!

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas THANK YOU FROM BILLY I had a bit of a mis-hap last week damaging my legs. The people that called to my house really uplifted my spirits. To my own family and all the Joy family, friends and relatives, I am privileged to have so many helpful friends. God bless you all, Billy Joy. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played Newtown last Saturday week in the intermediate football in Kill. This game was anyone’s game right up to the end. We were short some of our best players on the night. In the end Newtown won by two points. This Tuesday night, we play Kill. We hope to have all our players back for this very important match.

UNDER 10s Kilmacthomas under 10’s had a great match down the field against Mollerans. There is great work being done with the underage in our club over the past number of years.

Modeligo WESTERN JUNIOR PREMIER FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP; MODELIGO 0 - 15; TALLOW 1 - 10.

Our footballers played their final game in the group stages of the championship on Friday night last in Bushy Park where they held out a strong Tallow attack to claim fourth win in the campaign.

While it might not have been pretty to watch, the win here now qualifies Modeligo for a League final for the fifth successive year, but also, puts us directly through to the Western Semi-finals of the knockout championship.

The team on the night was: Frankie Condon, Nicky O'Donovan, Brian McCarthy, Gary Power, Sean O'Donovan, Kieran McCarthy, Robbie Buckley, Shane Troy, Pa O'Donovan, Rian Reddy, Tyler Walsh, Cian O'Byrne, Michael Troy, Jamie Troy, Mike Bumster.

Subs: Paudie McCarthy (for G.Power), Micheál Power (for C.O'Byrne), Reg Fitzgerald, John Power, Nicky Walsh.

WESTERN JUNIOR "B" HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP; GLEN ROVERS 5-17; MODELIGO 0-11.

Our Junior Hurling side suffered another heavy defeat on Sunday last against Glen Rovers of Melleray at the Lismore venue.

The came up against a strong Melleray side who played a direct style of hurling and may yet have a big say in the outcome of this championship. Modeligo now have just one game left in this grade, which is yet to be arranged against the Brickey Rangers On Sunday last Modeligo lined out as follows: Tom O'Byrne, Nicky Dalton, Jessie Power, Gavin Foley, Richard McGrath, Paudie McCarthy, Shane Hourigan, Mike Bumster, Keith Hickey, Eoin Quinn, JP Ryan, Micheál Power, Reg Fitzgerald, John Power, Steve Bumster. Subs: Kevin O'Neill (for S. Bumster), Nicky Walsh (for Reg Fitzgerald).

SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy is expressed from all in Modeligo GAA Club to the Hourigan family, Mountain Castle, Modeligo on the recent passing of their grandfather in Co. Offaly over the weekend. A minutes silence was observed before the game on Sunday in Lismore and credit is due to Shane Hourigan who still lined-out for the team on the day. Ar dheis De go raibh a hainm.

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GENERAL SPORT West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Presentation of Prizes for Club Championships ON Wednesday last we had the presentation of prizes for the club championships.

Over sixty young athletes aged under 9 to 14 took in the championships which were held over two weeks and involved running jumping and throwing. Top of the girls was Aoife O’Brien who won four events under 14 while Con Willans also won all four events in the boys under 12.

Results Girls under 9: 1st Abigail Hanley; 2nd Eabha Hickey; 3rd Aisling Hurney.

Girls under 10: 1st Alanna Willans; 2nd Channel Monahan; 3rd Emily McGuire.

Girls under 11: 1st (tie) Sarah Slevin, Ali Cunningham, Angelina Chizhikova; 2nd Caoimhe Prendergast; 3rd Crea Frisby.

Girls under 12: 1st Anna Grey 2nd Shima Lannigan; 3rd (tie) Eve Power, Neela Ryan.

Girls under 13 & 14: 1st Aoife O’Brien; 2nd Caoileann Costin; 3rd Emily Murphy.

Kate Killigrew and Megan Keogh best under 13.

Boys under 9: 1st John Power; 2nd Mossie Keogh.

Boys under 10: 1st Mark Power; 2nd Daniel Coonan; 3rd Diarmuid Power.

Boys under 11: 1st Daryl Harty; 2nd Eoin Power.

Boys under 12: 1st Con Willans; 2nd Eoin Kiely; 3rd Peter Cummins.

Boys under 13: 1st Oisin O’Riordan; 2nd James Carey.

Boys under 14: 1st Ryan McGrath; 2nd Ciaran Frisby.

Boys under 15: 1st Luke Power; 2nd Thomas Hoarty.

ALL-IRELAND QUALIFIERS Following the conclusion of the Munster club championships the following athletes have qualified for the AllIreland Championships Day 1 Saturday, July 4th Aoife Hamilton 1,500m steeplechase, Cormac Mahony 800m, Sean Curran 800m, Eoghan Flynn Javelin, Ciaran O’Maoilean Discus.

Day 2 Saturday, July 11th Aoife Lai Pole Vault, Eoghan Flynn Shot Putt, Dylan Walsh Javelin, Caoimhe Dwyer Triple Jump, Anthony McAuley 100m, and Micheal Power 3,000m Day 3 Sunday, July 12th Eoghan Flynn Discus, Craig Cluna. Seamie Fennell, Juri Kanash, Sam O’Neil, Patrick Fitzgerald, Eoghan Killigrew and Micheal Troy all Pole vault. Lucy Holmes, Micheal Power and Sean Curran all 1,500m and Ciaran O’Maoilean Hammer.

CLUB FLAG DAY The Annual Club Flag Days will take place on Thursday 2nd and Friday, 3rd July. We need the support of our older athletes and parents to ensure the success of the flag days. We have divided the days into two hour slots and you can sign up with Angela at training on Wednesday.

Girls under 9-11 who took part in the club championships.

Some of the prize winners in the recent club championships.

Neela Ryan, Shima Lannigan, Emily Murphy, Mary Kate Prendergast, Anna Grey and Emma Dower who competed in the club Championships.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Waterford Viking Half Marathon THE 4th Annual Waterford Viking marathon, half marathon and 1/4 marathon took place around the city last Saturday morning.

The day was quite warm with a strong wind in parts for the event with 869 running the half, 621 ran the 10k event and 390 ran the full marathon. The total participation on the day was 1.880 runners.

In the marathon this year's winner was Tom Hogan Sliabh Buidhe Rovers AC in a time of 2.33.12. While the ladies winner retaining her crown from 2014 was Tullamore's Pauline Curley 2.52.35 which gave her 6th overall in the race. West Waterford's first runner home was Ted O'Leary in his 2nd fastest marathon ever 3.21.52 a great run from Ted who at the same race last ran a time of 3.26.54.

Mick Concannon was unlucky not to break the 4 hours running a time of 4.00.35. Vince O Donovan ran another steady 4.35.23, Terri Gough was in the winner enclosure in the over 65 category when she ran a time of 5.48.15 which was good enough to win the over 65 category.

A big well done to all our marathon runners. Turning to the half marathon the club had 23 runners taking part with Mossie Keogh showing his versatility over many distances on the road this time at the half when he clocked 1.21.51 to finish 16th overall in the race. There were plenty of other super performances and great times recorded by our members Martin McCarthy won the over 50 category with a brilliant run of 1.24.30 with James Veale 4th here in 1.36.11. Mike Dwyer broke the 1.30 with an excel-

lent run of 1.29.36, John Foley was 3rd over 60 with a time of 1.52.10. Other with impressive performances were Micheal Callaghan 1.35.13, Tony Ferncombe 1.36.39, John Nee 1.40.44.

One of the best Ladies performances of the day in the half belonged to Liz Nyhan who was the clubs 1st lady home in a time of 1.35.26 to take 4th over 35 lady finisher.

Margaret Conway was also on the winners rostrum when she ran 2.05.44 to finish 3rd over 55.

Margaret’s time from 2014 was 2.09.48 along with these there were a whole host of great performances from many of our ladies on the day; Maria Condon 1.44.28, Karen Ryan 1.45.25, Catriona Kiely 1.50.33 what a great improvement for Catriona as last year she ran a time of 2.02.48. Marie Dwyer 1.52.33 last year she ran a time of 1.53.58, Catherine Condon in last year's event ran a time of 2.08.15. She smashed that time last Saturday when clocking a brilliant 1.54.43.

Geraldine Barry another to knock off a chunk of time she ran 1.57.43 and last year she recorded a time of 2.10.13, and how about the run from Tricia Cullinane 2.08.24 again smashing her best from last year when she ran a time of 2.22.19. Well done also to Katie Bullen, Eleanor Casey, Sharon Nugent and Ruth Landy-Ryan who all ran brilliantly on the day some of them running the half for the first time.

In the quarter marathon Kevin Kenneally lead the troops home in 37.52 to finish a brilliant 4th overall in the race. Ray Hahesy won the over 50 category here with a time of 42.10 while Angeline

Running Quote

Dublin City Marathon training – Ready, Steady Go!

RUNNING is a big question mark that's there each and every day. It asks you, "Are you going to be a wimp, or are you going to be strong today?"

Ian Cliffe completes the recent Dromana 5 from Villierstown to Cappoquin.

18 WEEKS and counting until the Dublin Marathon.

Following on from the success of our Meet & Train Group for the Summer Series we now have a new group for specific marathon / half marathon training.

Do you want to improve on past marathon performance?

Is this your first marathon?

Are you ‘stuck in a rut’ with your usual marathon plan?

Would you like to train with a group of motivated, like minded individuals?

Next week is week 1 of our Club training plan and all Tuesday night sessions will be geared towards marathon training. As a regular member of our Marathon training group you will be able to avail of our weekly club training plan which you can tailor to suit your own individual needs and performance

Drennan 52.22 was 9th over 35 and Mairead Flynn 54.39 finished 4th over 45. Others to run well were Tom Hallahan 67.44, Fiona O’Riordan 70.48 and Mark Beer 72.12.

For many it's all about completing the 3 various distances on the day so a big congratulations to all our members who achieved this goal. Right throughout the field West Waterford athletes performed admirably and a full list of finishers as per the results attained are printed below. A big well done again to all runners who participated on the day.

WEST WATERFORD AC MARATHON FINISHERS MARATHON Ted O’Leary 3.21.52 Mick Concannon 4.00.35 Vincent O'Donovan 4.35.23 Terri Gough 5.48.15

HALF- MARATHON Mossie Keogh 1.21.51 Martin McCarthy 1.24.30 Michael Dwyer 1.29.36 Liz Nyhan 1.35.26 Micheal Callaghan 1.35.13 James Veale 1.36.11 Tony Ferncombe 1.36.39 John Nee 1.40.44 Maria Condon 1.44.28 Karen Ryan 1.45.35 David McNally 1.46.14 Mush Keane 1.47.20 Catriona Kiely 1.50.33 John Foley 1.52.10 Marie Dwyer 1.52.33 Catherine Condon 1.54.43 Katie Bullen 1.55.49 Geraldine Barry 1.57.43 Eleanor Casey 2.00.17 Margaret Conway 2.05.44 Tricia Cullinane 2.08.24 Sharon Nugent 2.11.06 Ruth Landy-Ryan 2.22.04

QUARTER MARATHON Kevin Kenneally 37.52 Ray Hahesy 42.10 Angeline Drennan 52.22–9th over 35 Mairead Flynn 54.39-4th over 45 Tom Hallahan 67.44 Fiona O’Riordan 70.48 Mark Beer 72.12

goals.

We have also set up a new closed Facebook group specifically for regular members of our Marathon group where you can ask questions, share experiences, arrange group runs and just talk running. An additional Strava group will also be set up where members can upload their runs and get advice and feedback on their marathon training if they so wish. https://www.facebook.com /groups/2015Marathon/?ref= bookmarks If you are not a club member you are more than welcome to come along and participate in one of our Tuesday night sessions before you commit to joining the club.

For €25 it is the best investment in your health and fitness that you will make this year. Bite the bullet!

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

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Hallahan’s Pharmacy Fit4Life Predict Your Time League

Round one off to a flier THE opening round of the Hallahan’s Pharmacy Predict your Time League league took place on Thursday evening last in perfect condition for running and this helped to bring out a good turnout to St. Augustine's College for this very enjoyable league.

If you are interested in getting started in running and are wondering how this league works, each runner is attempting to run the distance (1, 2, 3 or 4 laps) as close to the time they have predicted so obviously no watches are allowed!

The clock starts at 45 minutes and works backwards so when the clock reaches the time you estimate it will take you to run the distance that’s when you start running. As the runners are running the laps, the clock works backwards to 0.00 and the first person to cross the line after that is the winner.

Remember if you are an absolute beginner that’s no problem as you can do one lap, jog a bit, walk a bit as you have 45 minutes to complete the 1.2 miles as you please.

There is plenty of room for all those that have yet to sign up so why not come along on

Tuesday night to the Friary College where the league starts at 7 p.m. Aim to be there around 6.50 p.m. in order to get parking and get registered. The weekly fee is just €2 and Garrynageragh spring water will be provided at the finish, see you out there!

YEV TIMES IT JUST RIGHT Third place finisher overall last year Yevgeniy Chizhikov was delighted to be announced the first winner in this league in the Friary for 2015. Yev just pipped Mary Hogan to the prize as a sprint finish saw him overtake Mary in the last 30 yards to finish just 5 seconds ahead and 13 seconds after the timing clock hit zero. Mary won’t be too disappointed though as second place sees her take 29 points for the Champions League table. Others to come close on the night were David Towey (20 sec.), Arthur Chizhikov (21 sec.), Liz O’Riordan (23 sec.) and Tony Ferncombe (24 sec.).

JUST ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE CLOCK Each week we say hard luck to those runners who are so close but yet so far as they almost get the timing right but

finish before the clock reaches zero.

This week the most unlucky runner was Tom Leahy who may have run 6 laps of the Friary ground but it made little difference as he almost got his timing spot on and crossed the line just 5 seconds faster than his predicted time and almost claimed top spot.

Other runners just too fast on the night were Louise Hogan (37 sec.), Josie Harty (38 sec.) and Eugene Ryan (1.17) but they all gained valuable points for the Champions League Table for 2014.

HALLAHAN’S PHARMACY PREDICT YOUR TIME CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TABLE Every year we have a Champions League Table where the winner each week gets 30 points and the second place finisher 29 and so on while the person who finishes before the clock reaches zero gets 20 and so on. This week the coveted 30 points goes to Yevgeniy Chizhikov which leaves him at the top of the league after week 1 but of course with 8 weeks in this league anything can happen.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

23rd Annual Marine Climb on this Friday, July 3rd RACE number 8 in the 11 race 21st annual Ger Wyley sports /SKINS summer series 2015 will take place on this coming Friday, July 3rd next at 8.00 pm with the 23rd annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race. A large turnout is expected for this race as its always a great test as to how our current form is. Our thanks to sponsor of 23 years Christy and Helen O’Neill of the Marine Bar. The club is grateful to Christy and Helen and all the race committee at the Marine for all their work and help with the event for all those years and our wish is that we will continue with this association with the Marine for many more years to come.

Please note race entries will be take at Dungarvan sports centre Quann's from 6.15 pm. Race entry is only €5 "where would you get it."

The race categories are: 1st 3 Men, Masters Men over 40, 45, 50, 55 and 1st Male Junior, 1st 3 Women, Masters over 35, 40, 45, 50, 1st Female Junior.

There will also be plenty of spot prizes drawn from amongst all non-prize-winners. A cash bonus of €100 is on offer to the first male or female to break either course record Friday night. Siobhain O’Doherty Borrisokane 37.48 (2009). James Sullivan Waterford A.C 30.20 (1995).

MARINE CLIMB PREVIOUS WINNERS 1993 Pat Heffernan Thurles Crokes 32.17.

1994 Kieran Maher Ring/Old Parish AC 33.01 1995 James Sullivan Waterford A.C. 30.20 (course record) 1996 Bill Lacey St Senans, Kilmacow 33.05 1997 James Sullivan Waterford A.C. 31.55 1998 Peter Duggan St Joseph's AC Kilkenny 33.36 1999 James Sullivan Waterford A.C. 31.55 2000 William Harty K.C.K 31.50 2001 William Harty K.C.K 32.07 2002 Peter Duggan St Joseph's AC Kilkenny 34.03 2003 William Harty K.C.K. 33.45 2004 Peter Duggan, St.Josephs AC. 33.43 2005 Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC 33.04 2006 Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 32.28 2007 Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 32.40 2008 Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC. 32.24 2009 Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 31.59 2010 Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 33.24 2011 Philip Harty West Waterford AC 34.40 2012 Raivis Zakis West Waterford AC 33.31 2013 Sandis Bralitis West

Waterford AC 32.48 2014 Philip Harty West Waterford AC 34.47 2015 ?

21st ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2015 ENTRIES for The Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer series 2015 will close at the Marine climb on this Friday, July 3rd, to date the club are delighted with the response to this year's series, entries are on par with entries of 2014.

In 2012 the figure was 79, in 2013 that number grew to 126 entries and last year that number went to 139. All series winners will receive SKINS vouchers and all runners who complete 6 races from the 11 will receive a SKINS voucher to the value of €30 plus all runners who complete all 11 races will receive a special reward courtesy of our sponsor’s Ger Wyley Sports and SKINS. ON TRACK FOR 11 FROM 11 We have a good number of athletes still on track to complete the 11 from 11 in this year's series indeed it is up from last year's number at this stage, in 2014 we had 16 men and 10 ladies and this year we have 18 men and 12 ladies, so best of luck for the remaining races and hopefully you will achieve your goal.

No Stopping Tony Ferncombe and Micheal Callaghan at the Dromana 5.

Pictured is Yev Chizhikov winner of round 1 of the Hallahan's Pharmacy guess your time league last Thursday evening at St. Augustine's College. Included is West Waterford AC committee member Shirley Flynn.

THANKS West Waterford Athletic Club would like to acknowledge all those who help in the running of the league. Thanks so much once again to the Friary College for permitting the use of the grounds and of course thanks to those that helped by taking the entries,

names, times and results, it’s very much appreciated.

A big thank you also to Patrick and Jamie and all at our sponsors, Hallahan’s pharmacy and as always we would like to invite our members and participants in our leagues to support our sponsors where possible.

Munster Track and Field Championships

West Waterford Athletes bag the medals THE Muster senior and masters Track and field championships were held last Sunday in Templemore and it turned out to be a superb day for all of our travelling athletes as all six brought home medals. Joe Gough who is bound for France in late August for the world championship's was at his brilliant best in the over 60 category when he gave a triple gold medal winning performance over 200, 400 and 800.

Yevgeniy Chizihkov was in brilliant form also when he recorded a new personal best time of 2.17.94 to take silver over 45 in the 800 metres and landed another silver in the 200 in a time of 1.01.20.

Harry O'Brien was in action in the over 50 category in the 1,500 and Harry had a somewhat easy victory here leading from gun to tape to take gold in a time of 4.43.

Michael Tutty was the club’s sole field event athlete on the day and he threw 33.30 to take an excellent silver over 50 in the Javelin.

One of the stand out races of the day came from Des Feeney over 40 in the 1,500m, Des ran 4.28.80 a new personal best time.

Indeed, his time was faster that the winning time of last year. Des took bronze here in as we said one of the most competitive races of the day.

Old Still Bar Clashmore 5 rescheduled for Thursday, 16th July THE rescheduled 14th Annual Old Still bar Clashmore 5 will now be race 7 of the Ger Wyley sports /SKINS Summer Series.

The race will now go ahead on Thursday, 16th July at 8 pm in the village of Clashmore. Entries for the race will be taken at the Old Still Bar in the village and the entry fee is €5.

Refreshments and the prize-giving will take place at the Old Still Bar after the race.

Course record: Pauline Lambe Tullamore AC 29.45 (2010) Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 24 .58 (2007)

Dublin City Marathon THE Dublin city marathon seems a long way away yet, but it's time to start our 16 week training schedules at this stage and it's also time to start thinking about accommodation which will be at a premium for the club's annual October Bank Holiday weekend trip to the capitol for the Dublin City Marathon.

We have over the past few years received a special deal with the Best Western Academy Plaza Hotel at the top of O'Connell St. and this year we have negotiated a €99 per room Bed and Breakfast package for club members. This deal will end on 31st July and is open now on a first come first served bases. You can Contact Sinead Birch who is looking after the accommodation at the hotel for us by e mail or phone. sbirch@academyplazahotel.ie or ring Sinead on direct line to 01-8174161.

Shanagarry 5 RACE 1 in the Ballycotton series was held last Thursday evening, first home from the club was Mossie Keogh who finished in a very creditable 29.02 which mashed his time from last year when he clocked 30.37. Pat Power was our next finisher in a time of 37.13 and Geraldine Barry ran a solid time of 44.35 our 4th athlete to run was Onra Power 46.19. Well done to all four.

Track and Field Entries now due ENTRIES for National Masters Track and Field Championships, Tullamore (26th July) are due to be in by 12th July Please contact Orla Bannon club track and field coordinator if you need to be entered on 087 315 6592. Strictly no entries on day of competition.

Pictured is West Waterford AC athlete Joe Gough with his 3 gold medals 200, 400 and 800 metres which he won last Sunday at the Munster masters track and field championships in Templemore.

Ray Hahesy showed how versatile an athlete he is not alone on the road but also on the track when he competed over 50 in the 3,000m race and he ran a time of 10.43 to take silver and finally but by no means least Brendan Moran took yet another gold over 55 in the 100m. All round a brilliant day for all our masters, well done to you all.

Sean Curran runs 1,500m P.B. in Waterford SEAN Curran continued on his upward progression over 1,500 meters with an excellent run Saturday evening in Watford at the British Milers Club event. Sean lowered his personal best time by a whopping 6 seconds when recording a new best time of 3.56.72. Great running Sean keep up the great work.

Wedding CONGRATULATIONS to regular league runner Helen Leahy and Jody Hynes from Nenagh on the occasion of their marriage last weekend. From all at the club we wish you both many many years of Health and happiness.

Committee Meeting THE clubs monthly committee meeting takes place tonight Wednesday, July 1st at 9 pm in Minnie’s Bar.

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GOLF

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

Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 23rd June: Open Seniors, CSS 39 pts. 1st: Paddy Walsh (15) 41 pts. 2nd: Bob O’Brien (15) 40 pts. 1st Lady: Eileen McLoughlin (22) 40 pts Newlands Golf Club.

Friday, 26th June: Open 18 Holes Stableford, CSS 34 pts.

1st: Ray Rochford (14) 37 pts West Waterford.

Saturday 27th/Sunday, 28th June: Intermediate Scratch Cup, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Johnny Hughes (12) 29 pts gross. 2nd: Austin Kiely (12) 25 pts gross. Nett: Willie Moore (18) 36 pts.

Saturday 27th/Sunday, 28th June: Minor Scratch Cup, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Rafael Alvarez (20) 16 pts gross. 2nd: Pat Power (21) 15 pts gross Dungarvan. Nett: Gerry O’Keeffe (24) 35 pts.

Saturday 27th/Sunday, 28th June: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: David O’Connor (7) 41 pts.

FIXTURES Tuesday, 30th June: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents.

Friday, 3rd July: Open 18 Holes Stableford.

Saturday, 4th July: Open 3 Man Scramble.

Sunday, 5th July: Open 3 Man Scramble.

Tuesday, 7th July: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents.

OPEN 3 MAN SCRAMBLE NEXT WEEKEND There will be an open 3

man scramble on Saturday and Sunday, 4th and 5th July.

Entry fee for visitors is €20.

TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL Last Thursday we hosted the 4th Tony Dunford Memorial and once again it was completely full. The weather was perfect for golf, the barbeque was fired up, fresh sandwiches were being made and the kettles were boiling. All golfers were in place on the course at 9 a.m. for a shotgun start with 36 holes of golf facing them. The first 18 holes was straight forward enough with two to count (from 4) all the way. How long is a piece of string? The second round was where all the head scratching came in as handicaps were replaced with string. It took a while for some teams to grasp how to handle the situation, some teams copped on straight away and some teams hadn’t a clue on how to make the best use of the string. It was the main topic of conversation at the dinner afterwards. Each year we change the format with a view of making it a fun event and it definitely was that on Thursday. Next year’s format will be awaited with interest.

Thanks to all who made the day such a great success, to all who helped with the catering, to the course staff who had to start earlier to have all the greens cut before play commenced at 9 a.m. Eugene

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343.

E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Open Fourball Fri/Sat/Sun June 26th/27th/28th: 1st Liam Grace (8) & Tom Breathnach (18) – 44 pts b9; 2nd Declan Walsh (9) & Jack Elstead (18) – 44 pts; 3rd Sergei Quinn (11) & Max Quinn (12) – 43 pts.

Tuesday Treats 23rd June: CAT 1 1st Matthew McCarthy (20) 18 pts, 2nd Aidan Power (20) 16 pts. CAT 2 1st David Condon (7) 19 pts, Denis Conway (10) 18 pts. CAT 3 1st Colin Landers Al Eile Open Gents Singles Wednesday, June 24th: 1st John Regan (12) 42 pts Dungarvan GC, 2nd Frank Lord (9) 37 pts Dungarvan GC, Gross Conor Morrissey (3) 37 pts, Extra Qualifiers Terry O’Callaghan (18) 37 pts, Michael French (20) 36 pts CSS 37 pts.

FIXTURES Tuesday, 30th JuneTuesday Treat Open 13 hole Prizes in 3 categories.

Wednesday, 1st July – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 hole sfd.

Saturday 4th/Sunday, 5th July – Club Competition 18 Hole Stableford.

OPEN WEEK 2015 Our Open week commences on Friday, 17th July with an Open 13 hole 3 person scramble. A varied programme of events for gents, ladies and juniors will continue up to Sunday, 26th July. The highlight of the week will be an Open Fourball with a Difference for ladies, gents or mixed teams which takes place on Sunday, 19th July.

Timesheet in operation for all competitions – Tel: 058 43216.

KILLEAGH GAA GOLF CLASSIC This annual 3 person team event takes place at West Waterford GC on Thursday, 9th, Friday 10th, and Saturday, 11th July. For bookings contact Ray Rochford at

Collins for doing the cards and anyone else that helped out in any way. Thanks to Tim O’Driscoll for providing the prizes and Dawn Meats for supplying burgers and sausages. The following is a list of the winners: 1st Overall: Danny Kiely (13), Austin Kiely Jnr. (13), Frank Waters (19), Francis O’Connor (20) 197 pts.

1st 18: Liam Clancy (16), Nicky Hayes (12), Liam Hansbury (11), James Hayes (9) 91 pts.

2nd 18: Diarmaid Henley (5), Kieran Cullinan (8), Paddy Walsh (14), Bob O’Brien (15) 102 2nd Overall: Roy Ware (10), Brian Fahey (11), Tony Sheehan (11), Barry Walsh (14) 181 pts.

2nd 1st 18: Vincent Hyland (13), Tim O’Driscoll (16), Tom O’Brien (20), Peter McArdle (20) 89 pts.

2nd 2nd 18: Declan Kiely (11), Anselm Hayes (12), Michael Whelan (14), Andy Travers (15) 97 pts.

JUNIOR CUP AT WATERFORD CASTLE On Saturday we head for Waterford Castle to play the hosts in the first round of the Irish Junior Cup. Martin Murray is in charge here and we wish him and his panel of players all the best on Saturday.

BARTON SHIELD AT DUNGARVAN On Saturday last Gold Coast played Thurles in the 1st round of the Barton Shield, a competition consisting of two foursomes playing off scratch. Gold Coast were represented by Derek Power, Michael Lenihan, Micheal White and Diarmaid Henley and the team was managed

by Martin Murray. Thurles won on the final hole.

JUNIOR GOLF Coaching: Coaching continues each Monday evening at 6.30 p.m. at the practice area for all our Junior Golfers

with Ian Prendergast.

New Membership Offer for Gents: We now have a very special offer for new members wishing to join the Gold Coast. From now to 1st January, 2017 the fee is €540.

This is a limited time offer and is only for new members. Talk to Bob or Mark for more information.

LADIES NOTES Coaching: Coaching for Ladies with Ian Prendergast takes place every Monday evening at 7.15 p.m.; this is available to all ladies and especially beginners. The sessions last for 45 minutes and the cost is €4 per session.

Fixtures: 18 Hole club Ongoing Competition: This is a new competition with a limit of 20 entries and should prove very popular with everybody for the summer months. Entry is €5 and re-entry is €3, and along with our ongoing 10 hole competition there is something for everybody!!

Sun., 5th July, 18 hole competition sponsored by Johnny Lynch.

Sun., 19th July, 18 hole Club competition.

Mon., 20th July, 3 per Champagne Scramble sponsored by Conserve.

AIG Interclub Foursomes: Our ladies put up a valiant fight in the foursome event in Clonmel on Sun., 28th June, but unfortunately did not get through.

Congrats and well done to the team and manager on another hard fought battle.

Committee Meeting: Our next committee meeting will be on Friday, 3rd July at 8 pm in the Bunker Bar. Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay: This is one of our major match-play competitions of the year kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris for which we are so grateful.

Sheila, a past President of the club has always been an advocate of good golf, and deems stroke-play or match-

087 2330054 or ring West Waterford GC at 058 43216.

BARTON SHIELD Our Barton Shield team put in a strong performance against Tramore at Dungarvan on Saturday only to loose out by 1 hole in an exciting finish. Well done to the panel and managers for a great effort.

FRED DALY TROPHY Best of luck to our Fred Daly team who play Thurles in the East area final at Clonmel on Thursday.

CLUB FOURBALL The club fourball is now underway and all first round matches must be completed

by Monday, 6th July.

CLUB SINGLES Anyone interested should put hteir names on the sheet now posted on notice board.

Closing date for entries is Sunday, 5th July and draw for matches will take place on Sunday night.

BELVEDERE TROPHY Edward Hickey’s Belvedere team will play Waterford Castle on Friday, July 3rd in the home leg at West Waterford starting at 4.30 pm.

SUMMER CHALLENGE CUP – COUNTY PLAYER BACK ON TOP Present County Player Cathal Curran shows his form with 23 pts to lead the challenge cup on 52 pts total.

Cappoquin player Keith Landers coming from a quality breed of Hurlers and golfers is in 2nd position on 47 pts. The legend Dinger Kenneally moves into pole position on 44 pts heading into the last month of the Challenge Cup. Full leaderboard on Facebook. Best 2 Cards during June/July.

CARE OF THE COURSE – YOU CAN HELP We are delighted with the many favourable comments on the condition of the course and the greens. This is the result of time effort and money from the course staff, volunteers and members. It has come to our attention that many players are failing to repair pitch marks and divots.

Consequently, we are appealing to members and guest to be aware of pitch marks and to please repair same even if they are not your own. We are so lucky to have such a magnificent facility, so lets all do our bit to keep it in the best possible condition.

JUNIOR NOTES Junior Competition – Tuesday, 23rd June 1st Ciarán Power (15) 43 pts, 2nd John Blackwell (14) 41 pts, 1st Gross Michael Hanlon (12) 27 Gross, 3rd Simon Kelly (19) 40 pts, Best 36 Rory Curran (36) 36 pts.

Next Junior Competition

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Mary Barron Lady Captain, West Waterford Golf Club presents her Captain's Prize to the Winner, Denise Nugent.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] play to be the epitome of the game. Sheila has always been so generous with her sponsorship, and many a hard battle has been fought to attain the coveted prize.

The draw for partners is now posted in kiosk, and matches must be played on or before Sat 4th July, no extensions after that date.

Dawn International Mixed Foursomes: Ladies, please note that the draw has been made for this competition, check your partners and arrange your match dates without delay.

Tony Dunford Memorial Classic: This annual event took place on Thursday, 25th June with 20 teams taking to the fairways at 8.30 am for the shotgun start at 9 am. The first 18 hole comp was a straightforward 2 scores to count on each hole – no bother with that one!! However, the sec-

ond 18 holes comp was slightly more complicated, as all teams were handed a ball of string (one of Bob’s better idea’s). The string was to enable team members to get out of trouble without incurring penalties and use on the greens to score birdies, eagles and hole in ones.

Some teams used their string very wisely and accrued some fantastic scores, while others had it all used after 4 holes, and some brought back string by being too resourceful. The length of string depended on handicaps of team members, i.e. the higher the handicap, the more string you received.

There was much banter and hilarity at the end of the day which was all about the string, while those in the winning enclosure were accused of using elastic. Although many were exhausted after 36 holes of golf, everybody was

in great spirits and said they had the best fun ever on a round of golf. I would especially like to thank all involved in the smooth running of the event, Bob and Mark in the kiosk, the Dunford family who fed us after every 9 holes with freshly made sandwiches, tea/coffee/minerals and chocolate treats. To Sinead and Mary on the BBQ at the 10th – The tastiest burgers in Ireland!! And the catering staff at the Gold Coast Hotel for a delicious meal before the presentation of prizes. Well done on yet again another memorable event.

New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

Tuesday, 30th June at 10 am sharp.

SUMMER CAMP DATES Tuesday, 7th July to Friday, 10th July & 7th to 10th August.

Girls (age 6-13) 11.00 am12.30 pm; Boys (age 6-8) 1.30-3.00 pm; Boys (age 913) 3.00 pm-4.30 pm CONTACT: 086 352 1070 E mail: twmurphy9@gmail.com LADY CAPTAIN PRIZE Lady Captain Mary Barron hosted her Captain’s Prize on Thursday 25th and Saturday, 27th June. To get the event started we had a Scramble on Tuesday 23rd with a huge turnout of members, who enjoyed a fun game, followed by the traditional draw for partner.

On Thursday and Saturday, with perfect golfing weather prevailing, some fabulous scores were recorded on both days. Lady Captain Mary treated us to afternoon tea on Thursday and on Saturday to Prosecco, with strawberries and cream.

After the golf was played on Saturday, the ladies put on their finery and returned to the beautifully decorated clubhouse to enjoy a fabulous buffet provided by Bridget and her team. Vice Captain Jean introduced Lady Captain Mary and after the presentation of prizes and inspiring words

from our Captain Mary, the night continued celebrating Denise’s decisive win as well as all the other prize winners.

Congratulations to Lady Captain Mary on a wonderfully run event and on all the beautiful prizes she chose. Well done to Denise and to everyone who received a prize.

RESULTS OF LADY CAPTAIN’S PRIZE Winner: Denise Nugent (36) 85 points; 2nd Reena McDonnell (36) 79 points; Best Gross: Mary Lou Carroll (19) 42 gross points; 3rd Prize: Stella Kinsella (33) 75 points; 4th Prize: Rosie Murphy (17) 73 points; 5th Prize: June Whyte (17) 71 points.

Category A: Phil Kelly (22) 71 points. Category B: Aine Parks (26) 70 points. Category C: Kathleen Broderick (32) 68 points.

Best Thursday: Margaret O’Sullivan (23) 41 points. Best Saturday: San Power Culley (28) 38 points. Past Captain: Eithne Ashby (17) 68 points.

Committee Prize: Jean O’Donovan (28) 69 points. 18 Hole Singles (Thursday or Saturday): Ann Laverty (29) 40 points. Best Visitor: Margaret Morrissey. 9 hole Beginners: Christine Fogarty.

9 hole Men’s: Justin Spratt.

9 hole Captain’s Scramble held on Tuesday, 23rd July, kindly sponsored by Seamus

and Tommy Buckley.

Nell Suipeil, Margaret Connolly and Katie Kiely 30 6/12; June Whyte, Noreen Byrne, and Ger O’Connor 31 7/12; Rena Landers, Mary O’Brien, and Mary D. French 31 8/12. Longest Drive: Mary O’Brien. Closest to the Pin: Dunphy.

FIXTURES Mna Eile – The 3rd Mna Eile Qualifier is on Thursday, 2nd July; please remember we have a new prize this year –“Player of the Tournament” with best 4 of 5 cards to count.

So even if you qualified, be sure to play again.

Captain David Condon Prize to the Ladies – The Captain’s Prize to Ladies is on Saturday, 4th July; please put your name on the sheet in Ladies Locker room by Thursday 2nd evening.

Sunday 5th or Thursday 9th – 18 hole stroke competition (Medal and GOY) kindly sponsored by The Interlude Restaurant.

July 9 hole, with two cards to count kindly sponsored by Gerri Lyons.

Mixed Foursomes – If you are interested in playing the Club mixed foursomes, please put your name on sheet in ladies locker room.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707.

Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net OPEN FORTNIGHT STARTS THIS FRIDAY! Dungarvan Golf Club’s popular Open Fortnight starts this Friday, 3rd July and runs until Sunday, 19th July. We will be hoping for a continuation of the fine weather as there is a magnificent line up of competitions to whet all golfers’ appetites with singles, fourballs, scrambles and rumbles events taking place throughout. We are very grateful as always to our sponsors for their continued support. For a full list of events see below and to book online visit www.dungarvangolfclub.com BARTON SHIELD The East Munster section of the Irish Barton shield took centre stage at the club last week and we welcomed sixteen teams from the locality. Our own expectations were high following last years success and the lads were practicing hard.

We accounted for Carrick in the first round recording a massive 14 hole victory but we knew we would face a tougher test against Waterford Castle. In windy conditions we struggled and succumbed to a disappointing two hole defeat. Our lads will be hoping to redeem themselves in two weeks when we head to Thurles for the Irish Senior Cup. Youghal defeated Waterford Castle in the final of the Barton Shield and our course and facilities drew much praise from our visitors.

JUNIOR CUP In other news, our Junior

cup team are in action next Saturday at Waterford Castle and your support would be most welcome. We have a strong panel led by managers Diarmuid O’Neill and David Hayes with high hopes of making it through the weekend.

The club matchplays are in full swing and members are reminded to play their matches on time. The Foursomes is at the quarter final stage with the fourball at the semi finals.

There are some interesting matches and we wish everyone the best of luck. Due to the heavy traffic on the course members are reminded to repair pitchmarks.

PRO SHOP NEWS The Proshop remains busy and David is reporting heavy sales in Lithium batteries and regripping.

The Callaway demo day was a tremendous success with many availing of the opportunity to get custom fitted.

You can follow the ProShop activities and special offers on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com.

OPEN FORTNIGHT FIXTURES Friday, 3rd July to Sunday, 19th July Fri., 3rd July, 2015 = Open 3 Person Scramble (Atec Fire and Security Group).

Sat., 4th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Sanikleen) Open Ladies S/F (Interlude) Sun., 5th July, 2015 = Open Gents Fourball (Helvick

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026.

Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday 27th & Sunday, 28th June – 18 Singles Stroke (GOY) M. J. O’Brien Trophy: 1st Patsy Heaphy (12) 62; 2nd Liam O’Keeffe (11) 63; Gross: Colm Burke (7) 75; 3rd Ted Keniry (21) 64.

CSS: Saturday 69; Sunday 68.

PATSY TAKES THE M. J. O’BRIEN TROPHY! Patsy Heaphy took the prize this week with a fine score of 62 off a 12 handicap.

Patsy played the front nine in just 2 over par which included two birdies one on the 3rd and another on the 9th. A 3 over par back nine followed which included a birdie on the

difficult 17th for an excellent round of 5 over par gross, fine shooting by Patsy.

Second was Liam O’Keeffe with 63 off an 11 handicap Liam had an excellent front nine turning one over par which included a birdie on the 1st and 6 pars, very solid scoring indeed, the back nine was played in four over par with 5 pars in the nine holes. Liam also had a 5 over par gross and only the handicapper beat him!

Gross went to Bruen legend Colm Burke. Colm shot a 6 over par gross score off a 7 handicap. Colm had a total of 9 pars and birdied the 14th and a tasty birdie on the 18th

Seafood) +Presentation of Prizes Mon., 6th July, 2015 = Open Junior Golf (John Lynch) Open Mixed Foursomes (Moore Financial) Tues., 7th July, 2015 = Open Ladies 3 Person Champagne Scramble (Rich Rags) Wed., 8th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Member Sponsored) Thurs., 9th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Arachas) Fri., 10th July, 2015 = Open 3 Person Rumble (Gleesons) Sat., 11th July, 2015 = Open Gents/Ladies S/F (Ryan Motor Power Clonmel, Main Skoda Dealer) Sun., 12th July, 2015 = Open Gents Fourball (Irish Turfcare) Mon., 13th July, 2015 = Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday Tues., 14th July, 2015 = Open Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Tannery) Wed., 15th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Deise Golf World,Graham Nagle) Thus., 16th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (WLR FM) Fri., 17th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Thomas Coffey & Son) Sat., 18th July, 2015 = Open 2 Person Rumble Sun., 19th July, 2015 = Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy (Waterford Crystal) Golfer of the Fortnight sponsored by Devereux Menswear.

Open Fortnight Hole in One sponsored by Muldoons Irish Whiskey Liqueur.

GENTS RESULTS Mon., 22nd Open Gents & Ladies Seniors (50+): Winner Liam Murphy (16) Tramore 43 pts, 2nd Rufus Flynn (18) 39 pts, 3rd Denis O’Driscoll (22) Cahir 39 pts, Best Lady Eileen Carroll (34) 33 pts.

Thurs. 25th Spar Open Singles Qualifier: Winner Peter Mullaney (2) 43 pts,

2nd Alan Thomas (scr) 42 pts, 3rd Frank Lord (9) 40 pts, 4th John Carroll (10) 39 pts.

Fri., 26th Open Singles: Winner Ken Brighale (18) 40pts.

LADIES NOTES Peg Phelan: It is with profound sadness that the Ladies Club report the passing of one of our longstanding and much loved members Peg Phelan.

Peg took up golf at the tender age of 60 after she had reared her 13 children. Peg told the story herself recently of how she started golf at the same time as her great friend Mary Ann Coffey and Maeve Morrissey and they would have a banter about the size of their families during their tentative steps round the course. She was active member who was always willing to support the club and only recently took the entries at the Lady Captain’s day. One of Peg’s other great achievements in life was a hole in one in July 1996 – of which she was remarkably proud in her own quiet way.

She was a true lady and will be greatly missed by us all.

Our sincere sympathies lie with her daughter Kate and all the family at this sad time.

LADIES RESULTS: Tues. 23rd Open Singles sponsored by Maria Moloney: Winner Kathleen McNamara (34) 42 pts, 2nd Olga Carroll (35) 40 pts, Best Visitor Jean O’Donovan (28) West Waterford 38 pts, 3rd Maria Ryan (24) 39 pts, 4th June James (20) 39 pts.

UPCOMING LADIES FIXTURES: Fri., 3rd July Open 3 Person Scramble (Atec Fire and Security Group) Sat., 4th July Open Ladies S/F (Interlude) Mon., 6th July Open Mixed Foursomes (Moore Financial) Tues., 7th July Open Ladies 3 Person Champagne Scramble (Rich Rags) Open Summer Medal Qualifier: May: Front 9 Mary Phelan (23) 21 pts Back 9

to cap it all off.

Third was Ted Keniry with a 64 off a 21 handicap. Ted went around the front nine in 43 shots with 4 pars and returned with 42 shots again with 4 pars to collect another prize to add to the one collected a few weeks back also, you can’t beat a bit of form!

LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S FIXTURES Monday, 29th June, to Thursday, 2nd July – Ongoing Front 9 Singles Stableford Competition.

Tuesday, 30th June – 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30.

Saturday 4th & Sunday, 5th July – 18 Hole Singles Stableford kindly sponsored

By Shamrocks GAA. Monday 6th to Thursday, 9th July – Ongoing FRONT 9 Singles Stableford Competition.

Tuesday, 7th July – 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m.

Friday, 10th July – Kelleher SuperValu Open Qualifier, Last Tee 6.15 p.m.

Saturday 11th & Sunday, 12th July – 18 Singles Stroke Albert Corcoran Memorial

Trophy (GOY).

Friday, 17th Saturday 18th & Sunday, 19th July – Mr. Sean Daly Captain’s Prize.

Well done to Ger Aherne who was Manager of the Youghal Barton Shield team who progressed last weekend to the Munster semi-final.

Best of luck to them in the semi-final and beyond!

LISMORE LADIES GOLF With the excitementof lady captains day still in our minds a fun 3ball scramble was the order of the day for this wed.

Some of the more experienced ladies joined our beginners to make up some interesting combinations and the day was enjoyed by all involved.

Mag Morrissey marshalled Una Dowd and Mary O’Neill round the course and they finished on top in a close contest.

RESULTS Wed 24th June, 9 hole, 3ball scramble, Member’s Prizes.

1st Margaret Morrissey (23), Una Dowd (36), Mary O’Neill (36) 29.5nett

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Dungarvan Golf Club David Raher, Captain Presenting Intermediate Scratch Cup to Pat Phelan Winner. Also included in photo Liam Carroll, President.

[Pat Crowley]

Bridget Aherne (14) 21 pts Final will be held on Wednesday, September 2nd at 5.30 pm. This is a 9 hole s/f.

Ladies please remember to return your cards no matter what the score is as 5 are needed to qualify for the final.

SIXTY.COM RESULTS Wed 24th Winner: Paul Vart (23) 21 pts, Best Lady Maeve O’Riordan (26) 13 pts, Best Gent Tom Phelan (28) 18 pts.

NEXT COMPETITON – Weds., 1st at 2.00 p.m.

YOUNGONES RESULTS Wed., 24th Winner: Brigid Killigrew (29) 21 pts, 2nd Marianne Mulcahy (32) 20 pts. NEXT COMPETITON – Weds. 1st B9 at 2.30 JUNIOR NOTES We had a great turnout for junior coaching last Saturday

and we welcomed several new members. Thanks to James for his invaluable assistance. Tuition continues next Saturday at 3 pm and all are welcome.

A junior competition takes place this Wednesday and you can book your time on the club website.

Any junior enquiries can be directed to David Hayes.

David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net and you can follow junior activities on Facebook.

Junior Results: Wed. 24th Winner: Michael Troy (13) 44 pts, 2nd Ethan Raher (24) 40 pts, Gross David Walsh Carrick 29 pts, 3rd Seanie Lenihan (15) Gold Coast 39 pts, 4th Eoin Power (28) 38 pts.

JUNIOR FIXTURES Wed., 1st Open Junior

Competition 10 am.

Mon., 6 July, 2015 = Pennant Cup Open Junior Competition 10 am – 12 p.m (John Lynch).

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! Your continued support is very much appreciated.

The grand draw will take place on the night of the President’s Prize 9th August 2015. Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. TICKETS €2 Each, BOOK OF 6 for €10

FIXTURES Sun. 28th June & Wed 1st July 18 holes Stroke, Medal, Kindly Sponsored by David Hayes.

Wed. July 1st – Fri July 31st, ongoing 9hole stableford, re-entry.

Fri. July 3rd, Kelleher’s Supervalu Qualifier, Open 18 holes Stableford Singles Sun. 5th & Wed 8th OPEN DAY 3 ball Champagne Scramble, ladies are asked if possible to have a visitor on your team. Format posted up on Board. Timesheet in ladies for Wed, put your name on Men’s sheet for Sunday.

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS The club singles draw has been made and is posted in the clubhouse. This year the format is slightly changed with everyone getting two games in a round robin system with the winner moving on to the next round.

The mixed has also been drawn and is up on the men’s board please check dates and start organising games asap.

Well done to the AIG ladies

foursomes team who defeated the Gold Coast GC in Clonmel on Sun last, they now go on to play in Douglas golf club on July 12th. Players in action were Nora O’Sullivan, Katherine Moynihan, Patricia Bolger McCarthy, Mag Morrissey, Sheila O’leary, JoJo Tobin.

DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Every Monday night for the summer we provide an opportunity for our Beginners/learners chance to try out golf in our “Desperate Housewives”. On Monday nights at 7 pm we will have some experienced ladies available to help out with anyone who is thinking of giving the game a go, would like to come along and see how they would get on with some help and support and no pressure.

Coaching lessons are available if required from Tim Murphy, please contact the clubhouse or committee.

Anyone welcome to come along at 7 pm and give it a try.

Please pass on word to any

ladies you think might have an interest.

MIXED Mixed golf continues every Friday evening at 6.30 pm for any ladies or gents who wish to play some social enjoyable golf. All welcome, please txt or call ahead if you are running late.

JUNIORS We had a great turn-out for our fun Junior Scramble last Thursday and thanks especially to Sinead Motherway and Ollie Lineen for helping out our usual mentors John McGrath and James Bennett.

This week the 29th June sees the start of Junior Golf lessons for girls and boys in Lismore Golf Club.

There are two options: Mondays 7 to 8 pm or Thursdays 10 to 11 am.

The lessons will run over five weeks and will be given

by PGA PRO David Hayes, any more information please contact Laoise on 087 7512397 and all equipment will be provided so this is an ideal opportunity for your child to try out golf.

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SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 3 July, 2015

Kilmacthomas FC

Dungarvan United FC academy players, coaches and parents who accompanied them on the sponsored walk, part of the fundraising day at Kilrush Park on Saturday last.

Dungarvan United FC DUNGARVAN UNITED FUNDRAISING WEEKEND After the events of last weekend, the club from here on in shall be named "Fungarvan United."

Our fundraising weekend kicked off on Saturday morning with a 50/80k cycle which was a huge success, the time in which some cyclists did the route was admirable, you could get tired just looking at these people! Thanks to those who cycled, raised sponsorship or made a donation on the day, a special mention to John Coleman and Sean Dwyer - DCC, Robert Drummey, Mattie Ducey, Christy Power, Tom Moroney and Beanie Byrne for their help as stewards, sweepers and rolling marshalls and Jitterbean's for the sandwich platters.

It was noon before we knew it and our young blues started to arrive with smiles on their faces and sponsor cards in their hands, every penny helps but the amount these kids put into the pot on Saturday was staggering, a special mention has to be made to Noah Landers and Will Healy who between them filled four cards and gave the club almost €200!! thanks to all of you who walked and collected sponsorship, thanks to the coaches, parents and vol-

unteers who accompanied the kids on the walk.

Back to the club for the fun to commence, DJ Hank had the tunes blasting while Tommy & Danielle Butler had the barbeque all fired up, thanks to Garveys SuperValu "Homemade instore" and the Country Store for their support. The obstacle course, bouncy castle, penalty shoot out and sumo suits were ready for action, McDonald’s Dungarvan, offered their support as always, and were all set up for face painting & balloon modelling, while our own Billy Coleman took to the goal for "Soak a Coach" and soaked he got! (huge thanks to Skerries for his assistance) the peals of laughter resounded around the whole of Kilrush Park, the sun was out and the families came in their droves to support us.

Around 3 pm we were treated to some lovely music courtesy of Dungarvan School of Trad, thanks to Helena Burke and the young musicians especially our academy players David Nyhan and Eddie Burke.

Onto the serious action of the day and the Penalty Shoot-Out, many thanks to the Uniacke family of Bounce Around for their support and sponsoring the prize winner of the competition.

Young and old, took part in the shoot-out and there was a great camaraderie going.

Congratulations to the children who came 1st and joint 2nd, Ronan Uniacke, Louis Simms and Charlie McGovern. First team manager Stan Cummins was pipped to the post in the adult competition by Piotr Goch who happily took his winning cheque from Eamon Uniacke.

The evening drew in, the Bar-beque was packed away, inflatables came down and tired little feet left Kilrush Park happy.

The phrase "a great day was had by all" could have been coined for our club last Saturday. Thanks to all who did anything to help make such a super day no matter how big or small. A special mention of thanks to the U15/6 crew of Shane, Gary, Dion, Lee, Dylan & Kapi who helped through the day and packed everything away and cleaned up, thanks lads your a credit to yourselves.

Sunday morning came around and it was Soccerthon time, there was a great show from many of the schoolboy teams throughout the day with people hanging in the club, gaming, having FIFA tournaments between games, snacks, drinks and good banter. Well done to Cameron

Maguire and Cameron Ashraf who won the two FIFA competitions that ran along side the Soccerthon.

Thanks to all the players who got involved and brought in sponsorship and to Kevin Walsh, Lucinda Shrub and Craig Shead for making the arrangements.

We still have pledges of sponsorship to come in, could those with cards please hand them in asap so we can establish how much we raised, the funday alone raised over a massive, breathtaking......€1,500!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone for a fantastic weekend.

LOTTO Wining Numbers 7, 2, 1, No Jackpot winner. €100 winner FISHY O'ROURKE! Please support our lotto, helping us raise vital funds. Next week’s jackpot is €5,950!

SUMMER CAMPS Places are filling fast for this year’s camps!

CAMP 1: Monday, 6th July, 5 Days 10.00 a.m.-2.30 p.m.

Ages 6-11 years. €45.00 Per Child. 5 Fun Filled Days Guaranteed! Don't Delay Book Today.

CAMP 2: Wednesday, 15th July, 3 Days, 10.00 a.m.-2.30 p.m. Ages 12-14 years. €30.00 per child. 3 days of Soccer Skills. Limited Places.

A.G.M. Our AGM will be held on Friday next, the 3rd July in the Rainbow Hall. All are welcome and all mangers or intending are asked to attend.

We hope to have a team in all age groups in Schoolboy league and teams in the Junior League.

ACADEMY FOOTBALL Our academy will continue over the summer months we cater for boys and girls from the age of 5 to ten years old.

Training is at 2 o'clock on Saturday.

JUNIOR LEAGUE Training has commenced on Tuesday evening at 7.30 anyone intrested are welcome to come along.

Manchester United Supporters Club – Waterford Branch TRANSFER MARKET STILL QUIET This is the slowest transfer window in living memory as United are either stalling or unable to snare transfer targets. Those include the ones leaked on Sky Sports news and through the United website manutd.com.

The future of David De Gea seems to rest between an exchange deal that United want involving Sergio Ramos coming the other way from Real Madrid. United's straight cash offer of 28 million was rebuffed out of hand by Madrid who rate Ramos at 45 million so that seems to be too much of a gap to come to a compromise.

I would like to see Ramos at United as he is the no nonsense defender we are lacking but is also 28 years old so his sell on value is practically nil and on the other hand DeGea is only 23 with a positive future in store so it will be interesting to see how it pans out.

Ramos's experience would be well recieved by the United faithful. As for all other targets only Louis Van Gaal knows for certain who they are but with pre season training looming and the annual pre season tour on the agenda he needs to work fast if the "guaranteed" signings are to be integrated prior to the tour !

BRANCH MEMBERSHIP We would like to remind all

previous members that your membership is now up for renewal, and I also include any Manchester United supporter interested in joining the Waterford Branch simply contact the secretary on 087 1940089 or email moorek70@yahoo.co.uk to get the neccessary information required on how to sign up.

To apply for any match for the 2015/16 season in Old Trafford you need to be affiliated to our branch in Waterford (€10 per adult, €5 for U-16'S and O.A.P'S) and MUST be affiliated to Old Trafford as your membershipcard in the membership pack is in effect your match ticket.

PLEASE SPEED UP I would like to remind all the people who have not renewed to do so asap as the deadline is the 31st of July.

On this date our ticket allocation for season 2015/16 category "A" matches (consisting of LIVERPOOL, ARSENAL, MANCHESTER CITY, ARSENAL, CHELSEA and BOURNEMOUTH) will be decided by the usual ratio of 8 members entitling you to 1 match ticket/access card per game.

It is imperative that members also confirm there renewal by either texting the secretary or email your confirmation onto him.

I will be doing memberships for new members and some renewals in mid July

and after that time it will be up to every person to look after there own.

If you want your membership done by the secretary please make contact asap to organise same.

We reqire a minimum of fifty members to remain affiliated to Old Trafford as an OFFICIAL BRANCH, that status must be protected by the members themselves renewing ontime.

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME We are OPEN for new members especially prior to the July 31st deadline. As already stated just contact the secretary on 087 1940089.

The other options available are as follows: 1 Go onto the manutd.co website and click on the "official membership" icon and follow the instructions.

2 Ring the switchboard at Old Trafford on 0044 161 868 8000 and when prompted "official membership" take this option and follow the prompted responses, or simply wait for the operator who will go through the process with you.

3 Simply contact the secretary who will arrange sorting the membership for you.

Before attempting any of the options you will require your date of birth, email address and mobile or landline contact number.

Hope to hear from you soon!

Stradbally FC

GAYNOR CUP – A huge well done to Waterford U-16 girls who attended the National Gaynor Cup tournament last weekend. The girls, narrowly missed bringing home the plate losing to Dublin on penalties in the final. The whole team's performance over the three days was admirable and a testament to the hard work they have put into training this season. Pictured are Dungarvan United Gaynor Cup players: Erika Kiely, Kaiesha Tobin and Orna O'Brien with Coach Steven O'Donnell, Physio Colin Walsh and rugby star Niamh Briggs at the Gaynor Cup in Limerick.

LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner of the Club Lotto held in Whelan’s recently. Numbers drawn were 4, 5, 6, 8. €25 was won by Fr. Enright, Jim Maitland, Mike Fennell.

Promoter’s Prizewinner: The Bally Inn. The next draw is on July 12th in The Cove Bar, with a Jackpot prize of €2,900 on offer. Thanks to all who continue to support our Club Lotto.

SUMMER CAMP The ever popular

Stradbally Soccer Club Summer Camp takes place this year over 4 days, July 28th to 31st, 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily. Open to boys and girls, 6 to 13.

Old favourites and new activities are on the agenda, with plenty to please everyone. Volunteers are most welcome. Application forms are available from Cunningham’s Shop or Kevin Barnes (087 2760304) or Kerry Ann Donnelly (087 2182102). Please book before July 20th to avoid dis-

appointment.

YOUNGSTERS Once more the Club Youngsters had a blast when they entertained their Kilmacthomas counterparts in a Blitz last week. Thanks to all the helpers and parents.

CLUB KITS There are some children's Club Kits still available. Ideal Birthday presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127.

ASTRO TURF Astro Turf Pitch available to hire. Contact Tadhg at 087 2306841.

GENERAL SPORT

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Dungarvan Tri 2015 a huge success COMPETITORS came from all over the country and overseas to take part in what many triathletes said was the best organised race they had ever experienced. The DUNGARVAN TRIATHLON 2015 was a fantastic event, for both the ca. 300 competitors and the spectators who came out in their droves to see the action. The feedback from everyone is so positive that all at the club are incredibly proud of how well it all went; from registration to transition to the race itself to the finish line.

Everything ran like clockwork, which is a testament to the club’s organisation and the 120 marshals who assisted on the day on each leg of the event. The support and encouragement from marshals all along the route was second to none and was greatly appreciated by all participants.

With sunshine, blue skies, a calm sea, conditions for this race organised superbly by local Triathlon Club, Tried & Tested, could not have been better.

The Sprint Triathlon consisted of a 750m swim, 23km cycle and a 5.7km run. Due to increased numbers this year, the swim was split into two waves, starting seven minutes apart.

The cycle route took competitors out the coast road for 11.5km with a turnaround before the Five Cross Roads and back to Clonea for a 5.7km run loop, taking in the Gold Coast and the Ballinclamper/Kilgrovan track to the Finish Line.

We had a huge local participation again this year, both club members and nonmembers, many of whom were competing in their first, but most certainly not their last Triathlon.

Worthy of special mention are Michael Moloney, our first member home, followed closely by John O’Rourke, who only took up the sport 12 months ago and is already performing very strongly. Our third club man home was the ever-improving Patrick Lannen, whose twin sister Linda competed in her first Triathlon on the day also. Billy Ryan was the first of the “Cotter Clan” to cross the finish line, with his cousin Tommy Dunford not far behind him. Among the ladies, training partners Joanne O’Neill had Liz Callaghan had a great battle throughout the race, with Joanne taking the lead on the run to cross the line first.

Claire Kennedy was well pleased with her first Triathlon, recording the

fastest female swim among members on the day. Well done to our members Michael, Jeanne and Liz, who were among the prize winners.

Some of our first-time triathletes who thoroughly enjoyed the race and have already signed up for another one include Simon Moloney, Tasha Lanigan and Brie Lloyd-Evans. It looks like the club will be well represented in Carrick next Sunday, July 5th.

THANK YOU We need to thank a large number of people, without whom it would not have been possible to hold the Dungarvan Triathlon. Huge thanks to Mark Knowles in the Clonea Hotel and Leisure Centre, Ivor Gordon and most especially Dan Casey in Casey’s Caravan Park for the use of their facilities on the day itself and in the days prior to Saturday as we set up.

Conor Norris did Trojan work setting out the course ensuring the safety of everyone, Nicky Hannigan, Eugene Burke, John Geoghegan and Kevin O Morchoe in the RIBs, Tom Moroney and his fellow motorcyclists who provided support on the bike section, WWAC for use of their equipment, the Gardai, RNLI, Order of Malta, Anthony Reddy and his crew in Waterford City and County Council who had the course swept and prepared and in showcase condition.

Many thanks to our huge team of marshals, including members of WWAC and DCC who were so supportive of participants, our team of 25 kayakers who encouraged the swimmers all the way and special thanks to Padraig MacShane on PA. Dave and John Coleman took amazing shots of the whole event capturing everyone at various stages of the competition and Mark Cliffe’s drone footage which can be seen on the Dungarvan Triathlon Facebook page is simply stunning.

Thank you to our sponsors who provided us with invaluable financial assistance, items for the goody bags and post race refreshments namely, Murrays Pharmacy, Terra Nua Construction, CycleSports, SensL Electronics, ESP, Twomeys Eurospar, Garveys Supervalu, Top Oil, Lynchs Greenhouse, David and Judit in the Ormonde Café and GoDungarvan.

Special thanks to Mikey Kiely, Physical Therapist who provided welcome massage treatments after the race and to Marie Quinn in the

Moorings for both sponsoring the event and hosting the post race party that evening.

The newly renovated Beer Garden was the perfect venue and there was a great turnout.

The details of prize winners are as follows :Male 1st Chris Mintern, UCC Tri Club 1:09:43 2nd Paul Ogle, Waterford Tri Club 1:12:47 3rd Sebastian Helka, Waterford Tri Club 1:14:17 Female 1st Niamh Richardson Kilkenny Tri Club 1:24:32 2nd Jess Bruton, Cobh Tri Club 1:26:08 3rd Elaine Mullan, Waterford Tri Club 1:27:09 First Junior James Mintern, Cork Tri Club 1:16:39 First Relay Team: Conor Power, Shane Power, Dermot Ryan 1:14:27 Male 20-29 John Hayden, Waterford Tri Club 1:16:27 Male 30-34 Jacek Kura, South Coast Tri Club 1:19:06 Male 35-39 Michael Moloney, Tried & Tested Tri Club 1:17:44 Male 40-44 Brian Sanders, South Coast Tri Club 1:17:34 Male 45-49 Michael Bowes, Waterford Tri Club 1:17:18 Male 50+ Ray Dwyer, Dungarvan Cycling Club 1:23:53 Female 20-29 Jeanne Dennehy, Tried & Tested TC 1:27:50 Female 30-34 Cathy Kenneally, Cork Tri Club 1:28:51 Female 35-39 Ciara McSweeney, Waterford Tri Club 1:33:45 Female 40-44 Liz Murray, Tried & Tested TC 1:31:12 Female 45-49 Fiona Holland, Waterford Tri Club 1:27:24 Female 50+ Jean O’Kennedy, Pulse Tri Club 1:41:49 ALAN IS AN IRONMAN Congratulations to club member Alan Ryan who completed IRONMAN FRANCE in Nice on Sunday last in tough conditions. An Ironman Triathlon is a long distance triathlon race consisting of a 2.4 mile (3.86km) swim, a 112 mile (180km) cycle and a marathon 26.2 mile (42.2km) run, raced in that order and without a break.

Alan trained long and hard over the past year for this event, lots of 6 am winter morning cycles, early morning sessions in the pool and in the sea and a dedicated run programme. Well done Alan, we’re all delighted for you and look forward to hearing all about it.

Ballinroad FC SOCCER CLUB PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW Current jackpot €10,000.

Numbers drawn were: 2, 5, 15, 20. No winner.

Winners of €20 each: Peggy Carey, Mary Doyle,

Sharon Power. Next draw will take place on Sunday, 12th July, 2015. Thank you for your support.

Deputy Clerk of the Course Finbarr Fogarty, Orla Mulcahy Hayes,Tony Mulcahy, Sinead Mulcahy, James O’Shea, Derek Power Clerk Of The Course.

Tony Mulcahy, James O’Shea presenting Orange Bibs to the Imokilly Motor Club to remember Paul Mulcahy In the Orange Starlet who was killed two years ago in a tragic accident.

The launch of the Great Stuff Caterers Imokilly Mini Stages Rally EARLIER on Wednesday, before the launch, a number of Imokilly Motor Club members visited Ballycurrane National School which is on the rally route. We brought along a rally car and the official start ramp for the rally which was set up in the school car park. Clerk of the Course Derek Power gave a safety briefing to all the kids, many of whose houses are along the rally route.

Afterwards everyone got to sit and get their photos taken in the rally car. We would like to express our thanks to Mr. Gough and Miss Moroney for being so accommodating and especially to all the kids for all the extremely interesting questions about rallying that they asked. Check out our facebook Imokillyministages for lots of more photos from the school visit.

The launch of the Great Stuff Caterers Imokilly Mini Stages Rally took place on Wednesday last at the Rally Headquarters, The Park Hotel in Dungarvan.

Clerk of the Course Derek Power was joined by Imokilly Motor Club Members, Sponsors and friends for a photo shoot in front of the hotel and afterwards for some light refreshments in the hotel ballroom.

Speaking at the launch Derek said that he was delighted to be back as Clerk of the Course and even more so to be bringing the event to his home town of Dungarvan.

Commenting on the route

Sponsor Mr. Bryan Allen, Great Stuff Caterers with his wife Linda and family at the Rally Launch.

Derek said “ The 26th of July is the date of the Rally and we have 2 great 15km stages very close to Dungarvan which will be repeated 3 times each and will test even the most experienced competitors. Scrutiny, Parc Ferme and Service are all located in Dungarvan and all within walking distance of the HQ which will make the event very accessible to the public.

We are delighted to welcome Bryan Allen and his team at Great Stuff Caterers back on board as title sponsors for our rally. Great Stuff Caterers, a local based company and one of Ireland’s

largest mobile catering companies have been supporting us in Imokilly Motor Club since our first Single Stage Rally in 2012 and are avid supporters of Irish Motorsport. We are also delighted to be based here at the Park Hotel in Dungarvan.

Such a fine Headquarters can only improve the profile of our event.

The Great Stuff Caterers Imokilly Mini Stages Rally will be round 4 of the Plasticbags.ie Southern 4 Rally Championship and we welcome these registered competitors to our event.”

During the launch Derek

and Deputy Clerk of the Course Finbarr Fogarty were presented with a set of marshals bibs from the family of the late Paul Mulcahy, a competitor and club member who was tragically killed whilst competing at a rally event two years ago.

All the marshals on the rally will now be wearing these distinctive orange bibs in memory of Paul and his famous orange Toyota Starlet. Entries are open and are coming in every day.

Further details, regulations and entry forms are available on the club website www.imokillymotorclub.com

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Another Grand League win for Cappoquin Rowing Club at Cork Regatta Last weekend, members of Cappoquin Rowing Club travelled to the National Rowing Centre, Inniscarra for this years’ Cork Regatta.

The event was held over the course of two days. As per usual rowing conditions were said to have been very challenging with high winds persisting for the two day event.

On Saturday, first out on the water were our Women’s Club 2 coxed quad crew.

Rowing in this boat was Tara Barry-McLaughlin, Elaine Hallahan, Aisling Foley and Lydia O’Brien with their Cox Kieran Ahearne. The girls had a good start, leading the race for the first 500m. In the end the girls qualified for the

B final where they finished in fourth place.

Next out on the water was Shane Ahearne and Julius Ballegaard competing in the Men’s J18B double sculls event. They got off to a good start despite rowing against the preserving winds that challenged them and finish fourth place qualifying for the B final.

Finally, Lisa Murphy and Elaine Hallahan was the last crew to represent CRC on the Saturday.

Both girls were out on the water in the evening to compete in the Women’s J18B double sculls event. The girls rowed the 2,000m course exceptionally well and managed to finish in third place in

their heat, qualifying for the B final.

On the second day of the Cork regatta, Shane Ahearne was yet again making his way up to the stake boats to compete in the Men’s Club 2 single sculls event. Shane had a fast and solid start. He rowed very well and led the race all the way to the finish line where he automatically qualified for the A final.

Shane then went on to win the A final of the Club 2 Men’s single sculls event.

Well done to all those who competed at this years’ grand league Cork regatta.

Everyone rowed well despite the tough rowing conditions they were faced with.

Cappoquin Rowing Club - Shane Ahearne being presented with the the cup for winning the Men's Club 2 Single Sculls Event at the Grand League Cork Regatta.

Walkers having a rest and discussing the life of Crotty the Highway man at Crotty’s lake on May 24th

COMERAGH CROSSING AND CHALLENGE The Annual Comeragh Crossing and Challenge is taking place on Saturday, 4th July 2015. This is a fundraising event for the WEST WATERFORD HOSPICE and a very important event for the Club.We hope it will be a huge success again this year.

As in other years, you can do the whole Crossing or a section (DETAILS BELOW). Volunteers will be on hand at every checkpoint to look after you and give you sustenace The Committee responsible for the Crossing and Challenge have been working very hard to ensure that it all goes well and now we just keep our fingers crossed that the weather will be kind to all those taking part.

The CHECK OUT/ IN Venue this year has changed and we are now gathering BEFORE AND AFTER at BRIDGIE TERRIE'S BAR. WALK TIMES FOR COMERAGH CROSSING AND CHALLENGE. SATURDAY 4th JULY A+ 0:700. CHALLENGE -45KMS A 07:30 CROSSING 35KMS B 10:00 NIRE 22KMS C 13:00 KILBRIEN 10KMS Following the CROSSING and CHALLENGE, food and refreshments and (BLISTER CHECK) will be available at BRIDGIE TERRIES for all those who take part in this very exciting and most worthwhile event.

FURTHER UPCOMING WALKS SUNDAY, 5th JULY 2015 B WALK COMERAGHS. (Meet at TSB CAR PARK at 10:00) C WALK ARDMORE CLIFFS. (Meet at TSB CAR PARK at 13:00) The meeting time for the regular Sunday Walks is the TSB Car Park, 10 minutes before departure unless stated.

PLEASE REMEMBER. NO BOOTS, NO WALK The Club also holds walks on Thursdays. We meet outside the Park Hotel and 12:30 for our B STYLE WALK and at 13:30 for our C STYLE WALK. Something for everyone!!

UPCOMING EVENTS CUNNIGAR CROSSING Supporting the DUNGARVAN LIONS CLUB, the

Annual Cunnigar Crossing will take place on August 2nd. Times to be confirmed as it all depends on those tides.

This is a hugely popular event, walkers can enjoy wading across the Cunnigar Sandbar, onto the beach and up to TIG AN CHEOIL PUB for for well earned tasty grub TENERIFE HOLIDAY The Annual Club Holiday Abroad on September is to Tenerife. To find out more about the holiday, please contact a committee member.

Dungarvan Hill Walking Club really is about FITNESS, FRIENDSHIP and most of all FUN. So why not read more about us on www.dungarvanhillwalking.org

Dungarvan Rugby News DUNGARVAN 10'S GET HANDS ON WORLD CUP The Rugby World Cup 2015 preparations have already started and Thomond Park welcomed the Webb Ellis Trophy to the world famous stadium. To celebrate this, Under 10’s teams from around Munster were invited to Thomond Park for the day.

Dungarvan Rugby Club were one of the clubs which attended and they played a three match Tag Rugby blitz on the hallowed turf of Thomond Park.

All the players had a fantastic day, with results including a win and a draw. The children had a wonderful time and the trip to Thomond Park was almost magical for them, the Coaches enjoyed it to!

The parents turned out in great support and it was incredible to see the numbers there. Pictures of the day in Thomond Park will be available to see in the Dungarvan Clubhouse as the new season commences and Dungarvan Rugby Club is

always open to new boys and girls who would like to join and experience a true team sporting culture. Details of the start of the new season will be in the local papers.

TAG RUGBY The Summer Tag Rugby Tournament is in full swing and there were a further seven games last Friday night. Action continues next Friday with games starting at 7.15 pm. Anyone who would

enjoy a run around on Wednesday night, there will be a non competitive game on the main pitch, just turn up.

BEACH TAG There was a very enjoyable game of Tag Rugby on Clonea Beach for Bike Week.

Club Members met at the club's ground at Ballyrandle and cycled to Clonea for the game of tag. They returned afterwards to the clubhouse for a BBQ.

Jamie Moore makes a break down the wing during last Friday night's Tag Rugby at Dungarvan Rugby Club.

[Pic:Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Rugby World Cup Visits Thomond Park: Dungarvan players and coaches, are pictured with the Rugby World Cup during its visit to [Photo Credit ©INPHO/Morgan Treacy] Thomond Park in Limerick.

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Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club HOSTS OF GENTS ALL-IRELAND STROKEPLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015

FUNDRAISER FOR THE CLUB We are looking for unwanted clothes, bags, shoes, bed linen, towels, curtains, belts and soft toys, also laptops and phones with leads are accepted. So anyone with anything to give us can tell a committee member or bring it to our clubhouse before 15th July, 2015.

COACHING LESSONS The coaching lessons went very well for the month of June. A big thanks to Cait and all who helped during these weeks.

COMMITTEE MEETING Our next committee meeting will be on 2nd July after the game. This is an important one before the Gents National Strokeplay Championships.

MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR All-Ireland Gents Strokeplay July 25th+26th.

Butcher’s Block August 8th.

Closing date Munster Mixed Foursomes July 22nd.

So everyone get practising. Please note if names are not paid for they will not be sent away.

LADIES NIGHT AT HILLVIEW Everyone who travelled to Hillview, Clonmel, on Friday last had a great night as always with a fun game, great food and a night full of craic.

A big thank you to Hillview for this great annual event.

Monday Evening Scrambles are now underway. Names in by 6.00 p.m.

Tee off 6.30 p.m. Nett: Breda Murphy, Liam Simms. Gross: Cait Mulcahy, Paul Healy.

Wednesday tournaments – Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m.

Nett: Bridget Walsh, Breda O'Donnell. Gross: Ann Wall, Lorraine Troy.

Thursday Tournament – Names to be in by 6.00 p.m.

Tee off at 6.30 p.m. Nett: Marie Forde, Liam Simms.

Gross: Corinne McGee, Mary O'Neill.

From now on with all games please note: The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards).

JUVENILE COMPETITIONS The juvenile league is now underway. There’s been a great turnout every Sunday and all are enjoying the leagues. All members are welcome to play from now on it will be Fridays at 1.00 p.m.

This week we held a Nett competition with Fionn Nagle in the lead with 24 points, James O'Donnell is 2nd with 20 points, Louis Simms and Jamie Healy closely following with 16 points and Rory Mulcahy has 12 points and Jamie Mulcahy with 8 points.

LADIES AND GENTS MUNSTER STROKEPLAY FINALS Last Sunday saw our members entering the Munster Strokeplay Finals, Fermoy, for the ladies and Riverdale for the Gents. Even with some great scores we couldn’t bring home any winners but well done to everyone who played.

INTER CLUB COMPETITION We are playing Bagenastown of Carlow at Tramore on Saturday, 4th July, in the next round of the Inter Club Competition.

Players are to meet at clubhouse at 9.15 a.m. Good luck to our team.

This week the Cunnigar

hosted the Inter Club Competition between St. Pats of Enniscorthy and Tipperary Hills with the Tipp club coming out on top by 6 and half to 2 and half.

HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in One competition. So we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one.

To date Patsy Hackett (3), Liam Simms (3), Paddy Noonan (2), Michael Ahearne, Declan Byrne each have one each.

Breda O'Donnell (3) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (2), Bridget Walsh (2), Cait Mulcahy and Mary O'Neill now has a hole in one for the women’s section.

BONUS NUMBER Bonus number 4. The winner this week was Cait Mulcahy.

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 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? The flag must be removed from the hole and placed off the green when putting.

MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30.

Tee-shirts and caps and gloves are for sale in clubhouse.

Nora, Colin and Anne supporting Dungarvan United fundraising event last weekend.

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Last weekend saw a feast of top class racing in Omagh, County Tyrone, as the best Irish riders assembled for the 2015 National Championships. DCC was represented by Ras man Damian Travers, who finished in the main bunch. We are proud also to see former members Emma Walsh and Stephen Murray in action also. Well done to all.

YOUTH LEAGUE Last Thursday was the third evening of the 2015 Youth League, and it was very good to see 38 riders take to the line for two laps of the Shandon course. Thanks to the many parents for their assistance and to club members for marshalling and cycling. We to it all again this week. Any further club members who may be able to help out, please contact us. For next 4 weeks of Youth League, we propose to add 4 extra marshals / cyclists. It is hoped to have adult members cycle along with (just beside or behind).

Please please put your name forward. 6.45 to 7.30 pm. You will only be required to do one Thursday, July 2nd, 9th, 16th or 23rd. If you have a preference please specify.

Our first priority is to cover this week...

Many thanks.

(Existing marshals...thanks for assistance. No need to be added, as we are already counting on you) WEEKEND SPINS DCC was well represented last Saturday at the Dungarvan Soccer Club fundraiser 80k. On a breezy

morning, groups headed to Mahon Bridge and over the Mauma road via Kilrossanty, and then to Millstreet and Cappagh before lvely refreshments at the clubhouse.

Eventful it was too. There were technical mishaps galore: the usual few punctures, a broken chain and a lost wheel. Tom was a bit perplexed that the spin was only 70k, but had plenty time to ponder on it as he cycled his own version of the designated route from Beary’s Cross.

Special thanks to our friends in Dungarvan United for a great day out.

Sunday spins once again had great variety. Group 3E (E for early) headed off at 8am to Fermoy, Rathcormack and back to tallow; then up and down to Youghal and back to the Welcome Inn and home.

135k in all, and 14 early birds enjoyed the beautiful sunshine and great company. A smaller group of Group 3 regulars left at 9 towards Ballyduff, Tallow, youghal, clashmore, Welcome Inn and home. Group 4 headed to Cappoquin, Lismore, Tallow, Youghal Bridge and main road home. Average was 26 k. “Lovely spin”, we are informed. Group 5 went up.to the Seanachie, Clashmore, Ardmore and straight back N25 with a break at the TFlag in Ardmore. Groups 2 headed to Griup 2 Tallow, Dungourney, Castlemarthyr and home the main road.

TUESDAY EVENING SPIN The regular Tuesday evening spin is becoming more popular as numbers

increase week by week. The pace us normally about 28kmph, and because the distance is shorter it is suitable for both groups 3 and 4.

Where and when? Kilrush, 7pm. Home before 9pm.

SUMMER SERIES Results from racing last week as follows: 1 Ray Dwyer 2 Kieran Cahill 3 Aidan O’Connel 4 Dwayne Kirwan 5 John O’Rourke 6 Davy Nugent 7 Colin Organ 8 John Dempsey.

Thanks to Benny Flynn, Alan Landers, Richie Halpin, Liam Moore, Neil Power, Conor Coleman and Eamon Phelan for stewarding duties.

Thanks also to our sponsors Tony and Siobhan O’Mahony SUMMER VISITORS There will be an increase in visitors to Dungarvan over the coming months, and DCC wishes to inform visiting bikers that they will be most welcome to join with us for our regular weekend and midweek spins.

On Sundays there are five groups departing Grattan Square at 9 am (see our Facebook page for routes in advance). Groups 1 and 2 are at 30kmph+; Group 3 is at 28kmph, Group 4 is at 26kmph and Group 5 is at 20kmph. Saturday pace is normally approx. 28kmph from Kilrush at 9am and the Tuesday pace is similar. If you have cycling Ireland insurance you may cycle with us at all times, otherwise why not come along for three summer spins.

MEMBERSHIP & INSURANCE We are now beyond the

longest day of the year (sigh!) and it's high time that all Cycling Ireland membership and club membership are in order. Sincere thanks to all 217 members who have already done so.

The committee is aware of introductory cyclists having completed their 3 try-it-out spins, and requests that they complete the paperwork before appearing on official club spins / events.

Membership list is available on website and will be further updated this week.

SAFETY DCC is noted for its determination to ensure safer cycling.

Every now and then specific issues are highlighted to increase awareness of cyclists’ responsibilities while riding in groups. On this occasion, we are anxious to remind members to not cycle “in the middle”. Please respect the cyclist beside you by following the wheel in front.

CYCLING QUOTE All roads are flat … it’s just that some are on an incline!

(Unknown) 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

Causeway Bowls Club Dominik and Natalia Falkowska with their May/June swim awards at Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

B.L.I. Southern League 2015 Sunday, 28th June; a beautiful day to play bowls, and we at the Causeway Bowls Club welcomed the team from Rosslare.

We continue our efforts towards both improving our game and position in the Southern league for 2015.

The games themselves were to a high standard and after three and a half hours, I am pleased to report a win of two games to one in favour of the Causeway players but the sting

in the tail is that after an accumulation of all the points scored; Rosslare came out overall winners, and take the points for the league table.

Were we disappointed - well yes we were - but thanks to the superb light dinner provided by the lady members of the club after the games followed by the thank you's given by both captains everybody went home feeling quite content with their day.

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Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby prize money set to increase

Fairyhouse – Wednesday, 1st July (First Race 5.55) Tipperary – Thursday, 2nd July (First Race 5.55) Bellewstown – Thursday, 2nd July (First Race 5.05) Bellewstown – Friday, 3rd July (First Race 5.10) Wexford – Friday, 3rd July (First Race 5.50) Bellewstown – Saturday, 4th July (First Race 4.50) Fairyhouse – Sunday, 5th July (First Race 2.25) Limerick – Sunday, 5th July (First Race 2.05)

Two more for Keane at Leopardstown Colin Keane continued his fine run of form with two winners at Leopardstown on Thursday. His first came in the shape of Ishebayorgrey who won the 6f handicap for trainer Pat Martin. Keane teamed up with his boss Ger Lyons to land the 8f handicap with the classy Toccata Blue who had halfa-length to spare over fellow 100/30 joint-favourite Maudlin Magdalen. Aidan O'Brien and Seamie Heffernan landed the 6f maiden with the promising Minding who was far too good for her opposition and will step up in class next time out. The 7f auction maiden went to Play The Game who was ridden for trainer John McConnell by Gary Carroll.

Thurles-based Andy Slattery saddled Creggs Pipes to win the fillies’ maiden under Declan McDonogh while Denis Cullen’s Baby Dinnis was a length too good for John Oxx’s Firecrown in the hands of Ross Coakley in the apprentice handicap. The Charles O’Brien-trained Hurricane Sky came from off the pace to win deny the gambled-on Landau in the 14f handicap. The 11/2 winner was ridden by Fran Berry.

Caroline Murtagh lands apprentice Derby CAROLINE Murtagh landed the fourth and most significant win of her career when taking the DoneDeal Apprentice Derby on Jocular at the Curragh on Friday. Trained by her father Johnny, the 19-year-old got the 20/1 shot home by half-a-length from the Ana O’Brien-ridden On A Pedestal.

Jim Bolger enjoyed a double, sharing both winners with Kevin Manning. The pair took the 10f handicap with Algonquin and followed up when the promising Morning Mix ran away with the maiden over the same distance. Shane Foley was another to ride two winners and he combined with Michael Halford on both occasions.

They landed the 6f handicap with Dark Alliance and were back in the winners’ enclosure when Shadagann landed the valuable ‘Ragusa’ Handicap over 12 furlongs. Aidan O'Brien and Seamie Heffernan were on the mark with Alice Springs in the 7f fillies’ maiden while Dermot Weld took the 8f maiden with the Pat Smullen-ridden Eshera.

Apprentices to the Fore at Ballinrobe BALLINROBE drew a huge crowd for their Tuesday meeting and no fewer than five apprentice riders got on the score sheet. Ana O’Brien brought her tally to 18 winners when her father Aidan’s Best Kept Secret held off the fast finishing Buzz Off Barroso to win the 9f handicap.

Jack Kennedy was among the winners at Kilbeggan on Monday night and he added to that when taking the apprentice handicap on the Pat Twomey-trained Ruler Of France.

Tom Madden rode his first Ballinrobe winner and his 22nd in all when landing the 1m5f handicap on Pat Martin’s Oceania Queen. Sean Corby teamed up with Arthur Moore to win the second 1m5f handicap on the card with the gambled on Back Off Mate while over the same distance Connor King was on board the Mick Winters-trained Theos Well in the concluding maiden.

Aidan O’Brien added to his earlier success with Best Kept Secret when Sherlock Holmes won the three-year-old maiden under Joseph O'Brien and another senior rider to ride a winner was Fran Berry who captured the 9f maiden on the Ken Condon-trained Wider World.

Geraghty appointed JP McManus number one FORMER Irish champion jockey Barry Geraghty is to replace Tony McCoy in the role of retained rider for leading owner JP McManus. At 35 years of age, Geraghty has been closely linked with British trainer Nicky Henderson since 2008 and was has been Irish champion jockey on two previous occasions, in the 1999/2000 season and again 2003/2004.

He has not ridden since taking a fall at Downpatrick in March but when he returns can look forward to renewing his association with the likes of Jezki and will also be teaming up with horses such as Gilgamboa, Carlingford Lough, Free Expression and Uxizandre.

Jack Hobbs and William Buick win the Irish Derby Curragh.

THE total prize money for the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby will increase to €1.5 million in 2016 following the announcement that Dubai Duty Free is to extend its sponsorship of Ireland’s most iconic race for a further two years.

The agreement made between the world’s most successful airport retailer and the Curragh Racecourse also gives Dubai Duty Free the option to continue its sponsorship for a further three years thereafter, up to 2020.

Should Dubai Duty Free [Patrick McCann] extend their sponsorship until 2020 their commitment will result in a total prize fund of €7.5 million over the term of the sponsorship. handicap with Colour Blue who just held on to win from the fast finishing Military Angel.

North Yorkshire trainer Dandy Nicholls was on the mark with the Chris Hayesridden Sovereign Debt in the Listed Celebration Stakes.

Dermot Weld’s Silwana edged out Hurricane Ridge to win the 2m handicap under Pat Smullen.

IT was certainly an

Jack Hobbs triumphs in 150th Irish Derby JACK Hobbs became the first horse trained in Britain to win the Irish Derby since Commander In Chief in 1993 when easily scoring in the Dubai Duty Free-sponsored event at the Curragh on Saturday.

Runner-up in the Epsom Derby, John Gosden’s star won by five lengths from Storm The Stars with Aidan O'Brien’s Giovanni Canaletto

the best of the home team in third place.

O’Brien had earlier enjoyed better luck when the Ryan Moore-ridden Painted Cliffs took the Group 2 Railway Stakes.

The Listed Dash Stakes over 6f went to the loveable globetrotter Gordon Lord Byron who won well under Wayne Lordan for Nenagh trainer Tom Hogan.

Final Frontier, trained by Jessica Harrington and ridden by Shane Foley, justified considerable market support when making a winning debut in the 6f maiden.

Foley got a second winner when the Michael Halfordtrained Hasanour won the 8f handicap. Willie McCreery and Connor King were successful in the 7f fillies’

Thomas Coyle and Emmet Mullins saddle first winners

Pretty Polly success for O’Brien and Heffernan DIAMONDSANDRUBIES came out on top in a thrilling finish to the Group 1 Sea The Stars Pretty Polly Stakes at the Curragh on Sunday.

Ridden by Seamie Heffernan, the Aidan O'Brientrained 8/1 shot held off the late run of David Wachman’s Legatissimo with Britishraider Ribbons a close third.

Wachman and Ryan Moore were earlier on the mark

when Most Beautiful won the Group 3 Grangecon Stud Stakes.

It was Aidan O'Brien and Heffernan who got a second winner in the Group 3 Curragh Cup. The pair struck with Bondi Beach who edged out stable companion Order Of St George in the 14 furlong event in which Forgotten Rules, the 8/13 favourite,

could only finish fourth.

There was a British-trained success in the Group 3 International Stakes which went to Air Pilot who was ridden by Ryan Moore for Ralph Beckett.

The raiders were also successful in the Tote Rockingham Handicap which went to the Michael Wighamtrained Foxy Forever and Colm O’Donoghue.

Sanus Per Aquam looked a promising type when making a winning debut in the 7f maiden for trainer Jim Bolger and Kevin Manning.

Sabrina Harty and Leigh Roche combined to win the 7f handicap with Have A Nice Day while local trainer Noel Lawlor and apprentice Derek McCormack landed the 10f handicap with 25/1 shot Corker Hill.

Naas listed success for O’Brien and O’Donoghue AIDAN O'Brien and Colm O’Donoghue were the big winners at Naas on Wednesday evening where they landed the Listed Naas Oaks Trial with Outstanding.

One of two Ballydoyle runners in the race, the 7/1 chance made most of the running and comfortably saw off Stellar Glow.

Local rider Tom Madden rode his second winner in two days when combining with David Marnane to win the apprentice handicap with Settle For Red. Donagh O’Connor, who rode the first winner of his career at the track last August, gained his eighth success when partnering the Damian English-trained Ask Dad in the 6f handicap.

There was a sad postscript to the 6f maiden as the winner, Aca Awesome was fatally injured just seconds after passing the post under Chris Hayes. Over a furlong shorter, Oneoveryou held off the late surge of favourite Captain Power to win the maiden for Gerry Stack and give apprentice rider Daniel Redmond his tenth career success.

Ross Coakley continued his good run of form when partnering John Larkin’s Chillie Billie to a comfortable win in the 7f handicap while John Oxx sent punters home happy when the well supported Pour Deux took the concluding maiden under Declan McDonogh.

Continued strong demand for National Hunt Store Horses THE month of June stages Ireland’s two flagship sales for unbroken three and four-year-old store horses. Following on from a highly successful Goffs Land Rover Sale two weeks ago, further evidence of a thriving National Hunt sector was evident this week at Tattersalls Ireland. Turnover for the sale was just under €12.3 million, with an average price of €42,893 and a record median for the Derby Sale at €36,000.

Top billing went to Lot 260, a son of Robin Des Champs purchased by Harold Kirk for €320,000 from the Bleahen family’s Lakefield Farm in Co. Galway. This represented the fourth-highest price ever for a store horse sold in Ireland and the highest price anywhere for a store horse in the last four years.

Sixteen lots made in excess of six figure sums with a large number of horses purchased by British clients.

Kevin Ross acting on behalf of English owners Paul and Claire Rooney bought a son of Yeats for €125,000 from John Sheehan of Coolnagour Stud, Dungarvan. This one showed excellent appreciation on his purchased price having been bought for €15,500 as a foal. In hot demand were well-bred fillies, including Lot 94, a Kayf Tara filly purchased by Harold Kirk on behalf of Willie Mullins for €105,000.

The excellent returns at both Goffs and Tattersalls continued the trend for rising bloodstock sales figures this year, with the total bloodstock sales aggregate now at €38,831,500 for 2015.

This is an increase of over 8% from this time last year.

evening to remember for two trainers at Kilbeggan on Monday where they had winners with their first runners. County Meathbased Thomas Coyle was first off the mark as Dunroe Boy won the 3m handicap hurdle under amateur rider Paul Power. Coyle only secured his licence in the previous week and his 16/1 winner finished strongly to narrowly deny D e d o c t o r s d a u g h t e r.

Emmet Mullins was also celebrating as St Stephens Green, formerly trained by his uncle Willie Mullins, stormed home to win the bumper.

Emmet’s first winner was ridden by his cousin Patrick Mullins and will now run at the Galway festival. Charles Byrnes and Jody McGarvey combined to win the opportunity maiden hurdle with the gambled on favourite Rock On Fruity. Another to win at odds on was Sandymount Duke who easily won the novice hurdle for Jessica Harrington and Robbie Power.

Nurney-based Paul Fahey teamed up with Jack Kennedy to win the 2m3f handicap hurdle with Do Try Dolly, while another claiming professional to visit the winners’ enclosure was David Mullins who won the handicap chase on Paul Gilligan’s Harangue.

Gordon Elliott and Bryan Cooper took the novice chase with Akorakor.