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ONE rural Post Office in the Comeragh area which was earmarked for closure in the New Year has decided to take a stand against the government and An Post’s “attack” on rural communities by remaining open.

Ballinamult Post Office, which is based in Touraneena, was one of three Comeragh Post Offices identified for closure under An Post’s restructuring plan. The other two were Kilmeaden Post Office (which closed on 31st August, last) and Lemybrien Post Office. However, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan

revealed at the November meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that Ballinamult Post Office “will not be closing”. It had originally been earmarked for closure on 31st January, 2019. He said the Postmistress, Nuala Dunne “has forgone a financial settlement in the interests of serving

her community”. “She will be keeping the business operating which is a great lift for the people of Ballinamult [and hinterland],” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He pointed out that An Post “has cut postmasters’ salary repeatedly, I suppose in the hope that they would give up”.

He said Ms. Dunne is down approximately 20 to 25 percent in her salary over the past three years. “But she has always wanted to keep operating - I’ve heard this from her since the very start, but it was felt that it was An Post national policy which was forcing her to close. c Continued on page 2

Déise Day Care Centre scoops prestigious accolade at PPN Awards DÉISE Day Care Centre scooped the 2018 Mayor of Waterford City and County Council Award at the 14th Annual Waterford PPN Community and Voluntary Awards last Thursday evening at a gala awards ceremony in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Déise Day Centre will now go on to represent Waterford at the 2019 Co-operation Ireland Pride of Place Awards, a

national competition. The prestigious Mayor of Waterford City and County Council Award is presented to the group which demonstrates excellence in Community Participation and Involvement. The judges said:“The extent of the services this group provides to the community is extensive and the lengths the service goes to, to accommodate their members is commendable”. c Continued on page 2

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MEMBERS of Comeragh Municipal District Council praised the swift response of the Gardaí to reports from the public about a suspicious vehicle observed in the Rathgormack area last weekend. It is understood the suspicious vehicle was observed near a farm in the Monadiha area of Rathgormack in the early hours of last Sunday morning. Gardaí arrived in the area soon after and arrested a number of people, who were detained under Section 4 of the

Criminal Justice Act. At the November meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, held last Monday evening, Cllr. Seanie Power complimented the Gardaí for their swift response and the public for their vigilance. “It highlights the importance of our Text Alert system,” Cllr. Power said. He encouraged the public to contact the Gardaí immediately if they see any suspicious vehicles in their area. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray

Murphy echoed Cllr. Power’s praise for the Gardaí and the public. COURT Meanwhile, three people, two males and a female, appeared before Waterford District Court last Monday morning charged in connection with burglary-related offences at a farmyard at Monadiha, Rathgormack, at around 1.00 a.m. last Sunday morning. The three people were remanded on bail to appear at a later court sitting.

Ballinamult Post Office to remain open c FROM FRONT PAGE “So, I say ‘fair dues’ to her. But she knows she will be struggling, knowing that An Post will probably more than likely get their way in the end.” Cllr. O’Ryan added: “But, ‘fair dues’ to her for keeping it going and as long as she is able, she said she would keep at it. It is good news for the Comeragh area and the area I represent”. Concurring, Cllr. John O’Leary said it was great news for Ballinamult and Touraneena and expressed best wishes to Ms. Dunne. “It is still a great service for the people of the area, who have greeted this news with great delight, because they know full well the value that a post office is to an area,” Cllr. O’Leary said. He previously described the closures of post offices in the Comeragh area as a “savage attack on rural communities”, but in particular, an attack

on older people in society. He said the closure of Kilmeaden Post Office was appealed to An Post by members of the local community, but all that was received was a “very stark, very dark letter” from An Post which confirmed the closure. “We are going to re-appeal because we don’t think we were treated fairly,” Cllr. O’Leary said. “It is a responsibility of An Post to give ‘fair play’ to people in rural areas, like Kilmeaden, Lemybrien and other places where post offices are closing,” he said. “I’m publicly calling on An Post to give us a proper review / hearing on the closure of Kilmeaden Post Office.” Cllr. O’Leary said he is meeting people in the area on a daily basis “who are totally disenchanted with An Post” over their decision to close Kilmeaden Post Office.

Déise Day Care Centre scoops prestigious accolade at PPN Awards c FROM FRONT PAGE The longevity and the number of volunteers it has attracted is testimony to its success. The service has bridged a gap in the lives of its members and in their own words created “a home away from home” service. A packed house of over 230 people attended which included Deputy Mayor Cllr. John O’Leary, Mayor Waterford City & County Council, Senator

Grace O’Sullivan, Michael Walsh, CEO, Waterford City & County Council, Council officials, sponsors, adjudicators, Secretariat members of Waterford PPN and representatives from all groups and individuals nominated for this year’s awards. The winners of the categories awards were Waterford Musical Society,Waterford Marine Search & Rescue, Déise Day Centre, The SHY Project, Ballymacarbry

Tidy Towns and Déise Refugee Response The winner of the Billy McCarthy individual award went to Liz Rockett from Ballybeg and The Helping Hand Waterford were the nominated charity on the evening and €1168 was raised. Full details and photos of the awards ceremony, winners and sponsors to follow in the next issue or see Waterford PPN Facebook page.

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REJECTED Shockingly in recent weeks Fianna Fail, Fine Gael, Labour and Sinn Fein voted against the following Humane amendments being included in the Abortion Bill: 1. Pain Relief a. For unborn babies in late term abortions. Babies in the womb respond to injury and research shows that pain and stress are experienced in late term abortions. 2. Medical Care a. For babies who have survived an abortion and are seriously injured. In Britain a number of babies survive abortion but are allowed to die with no medical intervention. 3. Disability and Gender a. That it should be illegal to have an abortion on the basis of Disability and Gender. 4. Offer a. Of an ultrasound and heart audio to be given to a mother before an abortion if she wishes. 5. Parental notification a. In the case of a girl under the age of 16 years old who seeks an abortion, a norm in many EU States. 6. Freedom of Conscience a. To Doctors, Nurses and other Health Care providers so that they are not to be forced to carry out, or arrange abortions. Most people whether they voted yes or no in May support these measures, yet shockingly Fianna Fail, Fine Gael, Labour and Sinn Fein are in lockstep together preventing these simple humane amendments. Please make sure that you let your local FF, FG, Lab and SF - TD, Councillor, etc., know how angry you are about this before it is too late. Dungarvan Pro Life

Around one in two Council mortgage applications are refused WATERFORD Council are refusing around one in every two applications mortgages under the government’s ‘Rebuilding Ireland’ scheme. At the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Jason Murphy noted that there 78 applications to date with only 15 approvals. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, replied that the rate of refusal for the home loans under the ‘Rebuilding Ireland’ scheme is around 50 percent. He said there are a number of applications where additional information has been sought and so they’ve been deferred for a number of months.

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List of homeless rough sleepers is updated daily WATERFORD Council keeps an up-to-date list of rough sleepers in the city and county, which is updated daily. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan noted the figures for homeless services at the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. In 2017, there were 672 cases which presented to the Council seeking homeless services, while in 2018 (to date) that number is 766. There are currently 126 people in emergency accommodation, while there are 22 adults on the waiting list for emergency accommodation. Cllr. Mulligan asked if the Council keeps an up-to-date list of people in the city and county who are homeless and are rough sleepers; sofa surfers; people in refuges or hostels, which are not funded by the Council. “Are we fairly up-to-date in our numbers?” he asked. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said the Council keeps a list of information on rough sleepers on a daily basis. “I can assure you that,” Mr. Grimes said, adding that the information is included in the monthly management report. “We have also been operating a temporary cold weather initiative earlier this month and about ten to twelve rough sleepers used that over the course of the nights it was open,” Mr. Grimes added. EVICTIONS Meanwhile, Cllr. John Hearne asked if the housing

section “has taken into consideration the tsunami of evictions” that are coming up in the Waterford courts? Mr. Grimes replied the Council cannot take into account those families who are being evicted due to mortgage in distress, because they have not presented to the Council as homeless, or in need of social housing. “Until they do that, we can’t take them into account,” Mr. Grimes pointed out. CBL SCHEME The refusal rate of properties by applicants on the Choice Based Letting Scheme is around 14 percent - but should be closer to zero - Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said. He noted that the figure for refusals has reduced since it started, but reiterated that he would like to see it at zero refusals. “Could we look at the CBL website with a view to giving a stronger warning to people - if they click to say they are interested in a dwelling - that they are warned if they don’t accept the house when offered it, that they will be taken off the housing list for 12 months?” Cllr. Reinhardt queried. “It has to come across a bit stronger so we can continue to improve the CBL scheme.” Mr. Grimes agreed the level of refusals “should be closer to zero”. “We’ve discussed a proposal similar to what you’ve outlined and we will be amending the website over the coming weeks,” Mr. Grimes added.

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Home Instead Senior Care welcomes HSE decision on 550 extra homecare packages

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HOME Instead Senior Care, one of Ireland’s largest home care providers, has welcomed the announcement by the Health Service Executive (HSE) of an additional 550 home care packages this winter. A spokesperson for Home Instead has called the announcement a “positive move” towards addressing the ongoing trolley crisis. Speaking about the HSE announcement, Tony O’Donovan, Director of Home Instead Senior Care, said: “As a home care provider operating nationwide, we are concerned about delayed hospital discharges, which will inevitably be made worse as the winter progresses.” “Winter can be a very challenging season for older people and their families, whether in or out of hospital. It’s also a period that puts hospitals under significant pressure. The additional 550 home care packages announced by the HSE will make a difference to older people who prefer to be at home, but otherwise would be forced to stay in hospital due to lack of home care options,” added Mr O’Donovan. Home Instead Senior Care, an approved provider to the HSE which employs more than 4,000 carers across the country and has been providing non-medical home care services to elderly people in Ireland since 2005, says that the move will not just free up hospital resources, but will also have a positive impact on the lives of older people and their families.

Politicians and civil servants share responsibility to ensure families are adequately housed VAT Increase won’t MINISTER John Paul Phelan said it is the responsibility of elected politicians and civil servants alike to ensure that any family who are evicted from their home are adequately housed and not left out on the street. Mr. Phelan, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform, was speaking at the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, following comments made by Cllr. John Hearne, who drew attention to the fact that there 218 families up for eviction in Waterford. “They are mainly being evicted by these vulture funds something we’ve not had since Victorian times,” Cllr. Hearne said. “I think 50 people died in our streets last year from cold and being homeless.We didn’t get rid of the English to invite the American landlords in to replace them.” Minister Phelan replied that the cold answer from the politician which says we have the lowest rate of repossessions anywhere in the EU is of no consequence nor support to the 218 families who are to be evicted. “I don’t want to see a situation where any of those 218 families end up on the street. It is the responsibility of ministers in my department; officials, staff and elected members here at Waterford City and County Council to ensure those people can be adequately housed,” Minister Phelan said. He said that some decisions made by the Government in the

past, such as the abolition of stamp duty and some vacant report recommendations, “actually made things worse”. He said there was 1,600 people on the housing list in Waterford in 2016, but that number is down to around 1,100 now. Much of the reduction in the numbers is understood to be due to social tenants being moved into HAP (Housing Assistance Payment) agreements with private landlords - a fact acknowledged by Minister Phelan who said that in the past couple of years “mostly through private rental, admittedly, also through some direct provision, you have made an in-road into the housing list in Waterford”. He said a newly established €1.25bn ‘Land Development Agency’ which was created by the Government recently, “is crucial because there are all sorts of institutional and agency-held land across the country and this new authority will be in a position to see development happening on some of those lands in future”. He said he hoped the Land Agency will also have a dedicated unit to deal with derelict sites so it would take the cost away from the Council of having to CPO land and go to court. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan said she did not think there was a need for a new agency. “Councils, when supported by Governments, did a great job of providing housing,” she said. “It is a deliberate change of policy which has led to this shortage. I think the Government would have been better of to facilitate Councils to build

houses.” Cllr. Whelan pointed out that when she was elected nearly five years ago, Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Council had begun a process for 24 houses to be built in the district, yet now, “still not one block has been built!” “The process is too slow and onerous.We have to respect planning guidelines but something needs to be done so that Councils can move on this issue,” Cllr. Whelan added. While Minister Phelan agreed there was no need for a new housing agency, he pointed out that the Land Agency “is a different thing”. “It will look at land zoned by every Government agency and authority around the country. A lot of it can’t be built on, because it would mostly be parks and things like that, so there is no question of building on that,” Minister Phelan said. “But there is, particularly in urban centres around the country, old Health Board lands and old buildings that can’t be renovated, but the building might be sitting on half an acre of land that could have ten or twelve social houses on it,” Minister Phelan said. He also drew attention to the fact that there is a Government scheme, to the value of €8m, which can be accessed by local authorities if they have a scheme under the value of €2m. “It effectively means that Waterford can build a 20 to 25 unit development without having to go through the four stage process with the department,” Minister Phelan said. Cllr. Liam Brazil said he has

been fighting in the Council Chamber for years to try and get social housing into Kilmacthomas. “But the answer keeps coming back to me - they can’t do anything because no funding is coming from Government,” Cllr. Brazil said. “I sent an email to your colleague [Minister Damien English] about this, but I got nothing back from him - I’m very disappointed about that,” Cllr. Brazil said. “Kilmacthomas will never again get a social house because we have no land bank there,” he said. “Where do we start in getting a landbank? If Kilmac’ has no land bank, we’ll never get a social house built.” Minister Phelan replied that it “really is a matter for the local authority”. He said there is funding available in relation to purchasing of land to build social housing. “There’s never been more funding and it was increased again in the budget in terms of social housing funding,” Minister Phelan said. He said the identification of suitable sites “is down to each local authority to do in each town and village”. “What I found a lot of in my own constituency is that the local authority’s land may be in places where the demand isn’t highest. Trying to match demand with the local authority’s own land is difficult. But, ultimately, each local authority makes its own prioritisations in terms of where they want social housing to be built,” Minister Phelan added.

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THE Park Hotel, Dungarvan announce no increase in prices for couples getting married and booking weddings in 2019 and 2020 even with VAT increase. Following the announcement of the 4.5% VAT increase affecting the hospitality sector outlined in Budget 2019, management at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan has today announced that it will not charge couples the increased rate of 13.5%, with the hotel absorbing the 4.5% increase from 9%. The unchanged VAT rate of 9% at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan will apply to weddings taking place in 2019 and 2020, and will be honoured for couples who book their wedding in 2019 or 2020.The popular wedding venue has also stated it will not increase the costs of weddings in order to compensate for the increased tax rate. Commenting on the announcement, Declan Moriarty, General Manager of The Park Hotel, stated, “The Park Hotel, Dungarvan has been hosting weddings for so many years and we fully appreciate the extra burden that the increased VAT rate could have on couples planning their special day. The 4.5% VAT increase that couples have not accounted for will be a problem for many, and this is why we have decided to take the hit, absorbing the tax increase. Our prices will remain the same as we will not be increasing the prices of our wedding packages.” Declan continued, “Our priority as always is each and every couple that put their trust in our team here at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan to make their wedding day the most special occasion. Planning a wedding can be a stressful experience and our aim is to make every couples journey as relaxing and stress free as possible.” For further information on weddings at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan visit www.parkhoteldungarvan.com or call 058 42899.

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Minister ‘torn’ whether there should be ban on election posters KILKENNY Junior Minister, John Paul Phelan agreed there is a serious problem with plastic waste, but said he is ‘torn’ on whether there should be a ban on election posters or not. Cllr. John Hearne raised the matter at the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, at which Minister John Phelan was in attendance. Cllr. Hearne said election posters contribute to plastic waste in the country, which is a major issue. He said the Council’s SPC (Strategic Policy Committee) has examined the problem but can’t do anything, but pointed out that the minister could examine the problem. Replying, Mr. Phelan, who is Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform, said he is “personally torn on the issue”. “The biggest obstacle I’ve had

in my political career is name recognition,” Minister Phelan said. He said when he first stood for the Dáil in 2007, the outgoing TDs in his constituency were all sons of former TDs, Senators or Councillors. “No-one in my family was ever involved in politics. So, it took a couple of goes to be recognised and posters are vital in that recognition,” Minister Phelan said. “I also think over-postering and waste that’s left, such as cable ties on poles, is scandalous.We do have a serious problem with plastic waste,” he acknowledged. “I would be very open to something similar what they do on the Continent, where there are designated places [for election posters],” he said, but acknowledged that designated areas here might prove to be difficult. “It is a huge disadvantage for new entrants [to politics] if they can’t get their mug on the pole,” Minister Phelan added.

Council wants more housing applicants to use Choice Based Letting By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council’s Chief Technician for Housing Derek Lyons has urged councillors to promote its Choice Based Letting (CBL) system where possible, as the uptake of the system is not as high as desired.The officer made the plea at November’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting. The issue arose after Cathaoirleach John Pratt complimented the local authority on the transformation of the alms houses in Tallow into living quarters of “such high standard.” Hoping the five properties would soon be allocated, he was told that “three or four” of the units would be available under CBL with “maybe one allocation inhouse.” CBL operates through a person expressing an interest in a specific property and then applying to be allocated it. Mr. Lyons said the system has been “successful in lots of ways” for the Council “in terms of allocation procedures” but conceded there has been “a lot of issues with it.” He said the council was trying to communicate as much information as possible to tenants because it was there for everyone who has been approved for social housing. The technician reflected that present CBL represented about 50% of allocations He hoped the figure would reach 60% in 2019 and 100% in 2020. “People not

availing of it are actually missing opportunities of being allocated a house”, he stated. Mr. Lyons explained that he would provide any extra information required by the councillors if contacted. He added that the local authority had advertised CBL across all media sections and may be so again before Christmas. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan asked that the council website display when a particular house has been allocated “so people won’t be wondering have they got it or had it been allocated yet.” Cllr. Siobhán Whelan noted that the region’s previous housing officer had “promised that.” ONE-BEDROOM SCARCITY Meanwhile, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked how many onebedroom units the council had in its stock and also how many people had been assessed for them one. She felt such applicants were “at a disadvantage” as, she believed, such one-bedroom stock was low. “Yet, they are being assessed. It seems unfair” she stated. Mr. Lyons agreed that onebedroom stock was “very limited” though he didn’t have the figure to hand. He said the council has “always a consideration” for one-bedroom units in new design schemes, so the issue was being addressed in that manner. He added that “two-bedroom units were also an issue”, with three-bedroom homes having “a much quicker” turnaround.

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Greater co-operation urged between South East counties GREATER co-operation has been urged between the South East counties if it is to be successful in its bid as a region to attract investment and other positive developments, such as a university. The appeal for co-operation was made by Junior Minister John Paul Phelan, who addressed the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Mr. Phelan is Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform. Cllr. Davy Daniels asked why consecutive Fine Gael-led governments have put a “tight reign” on the upgrading of WIT into a university, pointing out that WIT came first in the country for Institutes of Technology in third level education rankings recently. “This is major for Waterford and the South East and we should have a university by now,” Cllr. Daniels said. “Why is Waterford and the South East being held back?” Minister Phelan pointed out that the programme for government back in 2011 didn’t include a provision to upgrade WIT. “But, it included a revision to establish a Technological University of the South East, which was the first time it was ever in the programme for government,” Minister Phelan said. “It didn’t happen for a number of different reasons, including to do with the difficulty of getting an amalgamation process sorted. But, we are at the cusp of submissions being studied by an international outside panel,” he said. “We have to prove to the outside world that we in the South East are capable of having a university and of reaching the teaching standards required to call ourselves a university. Both Waterford and Carlow have put together their submission to make that pitch,” Minister Phelan said, acknowledging that Waterford Councillors are also ‘putting their shoulder to the wheel’ and supporting the bid. “It is now about ensuring that the submission gets over the line.” However, Cllr. Eamon Quinlan, who is a mature student at WIT said he believes the narrative may have been lost with the staff of WIT. “There have been two ballots of TUI members in the college and they have awarded themselves the powers of strike action. I feel greater engagement is needed as many lecturers are

concerned that their faculties could be moved from one county to another and this would be a loss of professionalism in certain counties,” Cllr. Quinlan said. Cllr. Mary Roche said Waterford City has underperformed and as a result the region has underperformed, “but that has been whatever we’ve achieved is despite the region barking at our heels all the time, because they certainly have not helped us”. “The only issue that I remember in living memory when we all came together with notable exception of Carlow at the time, was the application for a university,” she said. “There are very few interventions a government can make to actually help a region. But, the delivery of a university is the main one and I’m sick of talking about this here in the Chamber it will have a knock-on effect in terms of jobs, investment and disposable income, that is a seminal thing,” Cllr. Roche said. She asked rhetorically if a Technological University of the South East would bring into the region the same kind of investment in education that is made in every other region that has a university - “the answer is no, so that will have to be addressed”. “I don’t care if the university is called ‘kiss me pink’ or ‘whistle me Dixie’,” Cllr. Roche said. “I’m really not interested in the title of it - it’s the investment and the autonomy that’s important and that is what needs to be looked at. We need to stop being distracted by ‘fairy lights’ and titles and look at the basics,” Cllr. Roche added. Minister Phelan agreed that it’s all about investment. “I agree absolutely with you,” Minister Phelan replied. But, he pointed out that universities are changing from the old granite, cut stone university of the past and are probably going to be closer to the needs of industry and commerce in general, right across the region. He acknowledged that Waterford and the South East have suffered for so long because young people leave for third level education and many never return to the region, resulting in a ‘brain drain’. Minister Phelan said he would not dispute the fact that Waterford people talk a lot about regionalism, “but I’ve been talking about it for the past 20 years as well”. He said that as a region, the South East counties have more common ground together than

what divides them, and they should try to build on that. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan said the most important issue for Waterford City and County and the region is a Technological University of the South East. “You said we suffered for so long - in the past tense - but I can tell you that we are still continuing to suffer in Waterford and we are suffering heavily,” Cllr. Mulligan said. “We have the highest levels of unemployment in the under 25s; some of the lowest uptakes of third level education from our youths; social inclusion analysis sums up where we are socially; we have the highest number of treatments of substance abuse; a higher than average proportion of homelessness in the country; the fourth highest proportion of tenancies in receipt of HAP (Housing Assistance Payment); we have the 13th lowest Leaving Cert retention; and we are fifth highest for people living in disadvantaged communities,” Cllr. Mulligan said.“What does that all come back to? - It comes back to an economy where we have very low wages, where we seem to have very low opportunities and that comes back to a university [lack of].” Cllr. Mulligan continued: “We seem to have come full circle, where inner city people don’t want to go to university; and there is a brain drain to Cork, Limerick and Dublin, where 40 percent of those don’t actually return”. “We have a fantastic IT - the Good University Guide 2019 shows Limerick is the top university and WIT is the top IT, while Carlow finished at 28th position,” he said. “The President of Limerick said their success has been buying up land - the systematic and strategic buying up of land to expand the university and create a single site. “I firmly believe the way forward for the youth of the region is a Technological University of the South East with the main campus here in Waterford.” Cllr. Mulligan asked Minister Phelan if he was willing to take up the challenge of Waterford City and the people of the South East, to take away the lethargy that exists in delivering a Technological University of the South East, and take on the mantle, the political leadership and deliver the Technological University of the South East? Minister Phelan noted that Cllr. Mulligan outlined some strong statistics for Waterford. “I couldn’t disagree with that

in relation to Waterford, but there are startling statistics all over the region,” Minister Phelan pointed out. “It indicates that for 20 years the lowest household incomes in Ireland are in Wexford. The lowest third level attendance rates in Ireland are in Wexford. All of what you said I won’t dispute, but what I’m saying is that we should be much more united when we [as a South East region] go to the Oireachtas, as national representatives,” Minister Phelan said. He said a united approach into the future, and berated Cllr. Mulligan for his statement about WIT coming out on top in a recent university survey - but in the same breath mentioned Carlow coming last in 28th position. “That is not regionalism,” Minister Phelan said. He said the immediate task is a joint submission from both Waterford and Carlow and to get it through the international panel. “The joint bid for the Technological University of the South East is what’s on the table. We should do everything we can to work together in relation to it.” Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said it doesn’t matter what jersey you wear at Croke Park, “it matters how we get on together as a region”. “We need all counties in the South East to support this development,” he said. He said a stronger forum is needed for the South East. Minister Phelan said under current planning, there is a regional structure which is south of a line that goes from Wicklow to Clare. “I think we need a South East region based around Waterford as the capital and the other four counties. I would support that and I will be doing further work in regards to that into the future,” Minister Phelan assured. “I’ve answered the question about the university headquarters being in Waterford - it should be in Waterford. I don’t want to say any more, because then it becomes the issue, but Waterford is the capital of the South East I don’t know how much more I can say it,” Minister Phelan added. Cllr. John Cummins welcomed the “progressive comments” from Minister Phelan in regards to the South East region, noting that the gist of what the minister was saying that things happening in Kilkenny are good for Waterford and things happening in Waterford are good for Kilkenny.

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Zero applications for Housing Adaptation grants in 2018 THERE have been zero applications this year for grants under Housing Adaptation for People with a disability. Cllr. Jason Murphy noted the figure at the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and

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Assisting the Gardaí IT has been a consistent doctrine of this Editorial that for the Garda force to be effective and successful, it must have the active support of the general public at all times. The Gardaí cannot be everywhere, but while they have the eyes and ears of a public who are willing to co-operate with them and pass on relevant information on lawbreakers, or suspicious circumstances, then they can work far more effectively than on their own. Their improved service will be to the benefit of the public generally. This was effectively demonstrated this week when a young child was abducted in a County Wexford town. Within an hour of the alert being broadcast through the media, the child was found and restored and taken to safety. This was as a result of information coming from the public and helped in a major way towards bringing the search to a successful conclusion. This week in our news columns we carry a report on the swift action of the Gardaí in the Rathgormack district who may have foiled a serious theft. A local resident observed a suspicious vehicle in the area and notified Gardaí who responded quickly to the alert and apprehended a number of suspects who later appeared in Waterford Court charged with burglary related offences. This was another success for the text alert system and the Garda advice to be on the alert for suspicious activity. Burglaries and theft have been the bane of rural dwellers lives in recent years, mainly due to so-called ‘motorway thieves’ who travel from a long distance, utilising the fast motorway access to make a getaway. However, the Gardaí have had considerable success in their investigations of motorway crime in recent times and have broken up several gangs who specialised in such activity. Modern, quick transport, ease of communications and the network of good roads have made some crime easier.

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 However, with the co-operation of an alert and attuned public, some of this threat can be undermined and can facilitate a quicker and more successful response by the Gardaí.

Post Office Closures THOSE who accuse the Government of neglecting the rural areas will point to the closure of state services like the Post Offices and Garda Stations. Already many other state services have been privatised and slimmed down, many more than the public realise. No more than the Gardaí, the hospitals or the Army are expected to make a profit, the criteria of turnover and profit should not the guiding factor in closing post offices. For many people in rural areas particularly the elderly, the Post Office is a lifeline and a source of many services. Outside of the obvious postal service, there are licences, pensions and money transfer to be considered. The matter of post office closures in the Comeragh area was raised at the last meeting of the Council and it was noted that three post offices were slated for closure in that area alone. The proprietor of one of the three, Ballinamult, has decided not to take the financial settlement which was

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offered by An Post and will keep her office open. This may well reduce her income, but wishes to continue her service to the public, a course of action which is to be applauded. While some of the offices around the country may be commercially unviable, the public service remit should keep them open to the people of the area, even if they run at a loss. There are many social reasons why some offices should not be closed down, but the profit and loss mentality supercedes that of public service The real problem in Ireland now is not individual withdrawal of public services but the simple fact that more and more State services are being privatised and made unaccountable to the public and public representatives. It is regrettable that the majority of national politicians have voted for that course. The phrase ‘people before profit’ may have been taken over by one political party, but it is still a god maxim for the provision of public services.

A New Manager LAST week, the contrast between the fortunes of the Irish Soccer Team vis a vis the Irish Rugby Team, which were very significant, were mentioned here. Since then, the appointment of a new Management Team for the national soccer team has been announced and is to be warmly welcomed. We extend good wishes for the return of Mick McCarthy, whose family roots are in Tallow, as Irish Manager to lead our National Team effort and stimulate a revival of their fortunes. Capped for Ireland on 57 occasions, McCarthy, as Manager, also steered the Irish team to the last 16 of the 2002 World Cup, a feat which has not been repeated since. In common with all Irish fans, we sincerely hope that he can inspire the team to success and, in so doing, lift the national spirits again.

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Fourmilewater finally gets a new GP A locum GP practice was operating at Fourmilewater Health Centre since October, 2017, when the resident GP, Dr. David Janes, went on sick leave. Since then, there were growing fears that the HSE would close the health centre and transfer the services to Clonmel due to no full-time doctor and a lack of locum relief. Following the resignation of Dr. Janes, the post was advertised

F O U R M I L E WAT E R Healthcare Centre, Ballymacarbry, will have a new GP operating a full service from 1st December next. The news will be a welcome development for the 1,200+ patients on the books, and for the people of the Nire Valley area and surrounding hinterland covering a 200 square mile area between Dungarvan and Clonmel.

in June, and a new GP was due to be appointed in July from a panel which was formed. However, up until October, 2018, the HSE still hadn’t appointed the GP. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said at the time that the hold up was causing concerns amongst the patients and public and requested that if there is a problem “then move onto the next candidate” on the panel.

In a letter to the Comeragh Council, which was noted at the November meeting last Monday night, the HSE confirmed that the post of full-time GP at Fourmilewater “was offered last week to the second candidate on the panel” and the new GP is expected to start from 1st December, 2018. The HSE has always denied there were any plans to close the Health Centre and that there will

be no diminution of the GP service at Fourmilewater. The issue was also raised in the Oireachtas during the year by Waterford TD Deputy Mary Butler and Senator Paudie Coffey. Speaking at the Comeragh meeting, Cllr. O’Ryan, who is also a member of the HSE’s Regional Health Forum South, described it as a “long drawn out process”, but he was “delighted

with the end result”. He expressed thanks to his Council colleagues for their support and to the Health Centre workforce “who kept the service going for the past year”. “I wish the new GP well in taking up the appointment on 1st December next, to serve the entire area between Clonmel and Dungarvan. It’s great, well done to all involved,” Cllr. O’Ryan added.

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Funding must be made available to tackle N25 poplar trees - McGuinness SINN Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness has said that Waterford City and County Council must make funding available for removing poplar trees which pose a risk to properties at Lisfennell Close and Springmount. McGuinness made the comments after a petition was submitted by residents, which calls on the local authority to take immediate action. He said: “These Poplar trees were planted over thirty years ago and continue to grow. They are a cause for concern in stormy weather given their height and proximity to the N25 and to homes in Lisfennel Close and Springmount. The destruction that one of these colossal trees would cause if it were to fall does not bear thinking about. Their roots are causing damage to fences and paving and there is a serious worry that they may be interfering with foundations. “One resident reported removing a twenty metre length of root which had destroyed paving and continues on under the foundations of her house. Another spoke of feeling vibrations from the nearby road carried through roots in his back garden. Concrete fencing panels have been displaced and cracks have appeared in pavements. Large branches overhang a number of back gardens and shoots have grown up from large underground roots in a number of properties. “I worked with residents on this petition which contains signatures from the majority of households affected. It calls on the council to take immediate action to to ameliorate the risk posed to safety, homes and properties, and to prevent further damage to foundations, fencing and paving. “While some councillors debate who first raised the issue in the chamber, residents are facing into winter storms with no certainty that this issue will be addressed. I understand the as yet unpublished report into the matter will recommend that the trees are removed, however it is vital that funding for this work is made available to prevent further delay.”

Conor D. McGuinness with the petition signed by residents calling for action to be taken regarding the poplar trees along the N25.

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Joint structures more favoured than boundary extensions into neighbouring counties JOINT structures of administration across County boundaries are more favoured than boundary extensions into neighbouring counties - Junior Minister John Paul Phelan indicated to the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Mr. Phelan is Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform. He was addressing the Council meeting recently on foot of an invitation from Councillors. He said a paper has been presented to Government which deals specifically with local authority boundaries. “The paper recommends that alteration of County boundaries is not something that is politically pursuable and recommends that we should establish joint structures across County boundaries, in particular the WaterfordKilkenny case, but also other cases like Limerick-Clare and other substantial towns and cities that cross County boundaries around the country,” Minister Phelan said. He used Carlow and Laois “as the best example” of where there has been joint co-operation for decades, where many services are provided by the local authority in Carlow in an area where the town extends into a part of County Laois, “which is done on a voluntary basis on approval by both Councils”. “Joint structure proposals will allow local authorities to devolve certain functions to that new joint structure, which will have Councillors from both areas on it - but it won’t be voluntary - it will be statutory and this particular body will have a primary function in delivering certain services that are particularly important in the future development of those urban centres which cross county boundaries, in the area of transport in particular, but also forward planning. It will only make sense into the future that the Waterford City plan and the Ferrybank plan are saying the same thing,” Minister Phelan said. “I am personally delighted and very much supportive of the joint submission by Waterford and Kilkenny local authorities in relation to the transport infrastructure needed for the development of the North Quays project,” Minister Phelan said. “These joint structure proposals are included in the Local Government Bill 2018, which will be passed before the end of the year,” Minister Phelan assured. He said he was an ardent supporter of what is proposed on his side of the bridge on the North

Quays. “I think it has the power to utterly transform the centre of Waterford City, but also, correspondingly, the centre of the South East and the area where I’m from and the area I represent and area I now live in,” Minister Phelan said. He noted that over the years there has been a sense of tension between Waterford and Kilkenny politicians in particular. “A lot of it pre-dates my time,” he said. “But, I’m a firm believer in the development of Waterford City and County into the future and I believe a thriving capital of the South East [is Waterford] is vitally important for Kilkenny, Wexford and Tipperary and Carlow into the future. In that regard I’m glad to see some progress being made in relation to the Technical University of the South East which will be a real gamechanger for the whole region, if we can finally get it over the line.” Minister Phelan said he hoped the time when politicians put on their own county jerseys has passed and that they come together as a South East region. “We, as a region, have lagged behind for so long in the country, in terms of economic development, average household income, unemployment rates, third level attendance, etc. I’m always struck by the fact that when I’m in Leinster House and it wouldn’t matter which TD or Senator gets up [to speak] from the West of Ireland, whether they are Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael or no party, they back one another to the hilt,” he said. “But, when it comes to the South East, we are as often as possible likely to ‘cut the backs’ off one another! We shouldn’t operate like that because what benefits Waterford benefits the rest of the region; and similarly if something positive is happening in Kilkenny, it is positive for the region. We should adopt that approach because what binds us together is much greater than what divides us in this part of the world. I think we should work in that frame of mind into the future,” Minister Phelan added. Despite the ‘regional co-operation’ message from the Minister, it didn’t stop Councillors attacking him for the decision to not go-ahead with the Waterford boundary extension into South Kilkenny. Cllr. Mary Roche said one of the reasons Minister Phelan was invited to address the Council was in relation to the Government’s refusal to implement the independent recommendation of the Boundary Commission to extend the Waterford boundary into Kilkenny. Cllr. Joe Kelly that it should be

put on the record “how disappointing we are as an authority to be constrained by the very boundaries that we operate in”. Minister Phelan reiterated that the Government’s decision not to accept the independent Boundary Commission’s recommendation for the boundary extension to go-ahead “wasn’t turned down by me”. “It was turned down before I got near Customs House,” Minister Phelan said. (It was Minister Simon Coveney who rejected the recommendations of the independent Boundary Commission). Minister Phelan acknowledged that the development of Waterford City is more lopsided than any other place in the country, “but that’s a factor of geography - the span of the River Suir in Waterford is wider than the span of any river through any urban centre in the country, and the fact that there isn’t a second city crossing”. Minister Phelan said he believes that once a second bridge is constructed in the city, it will open up a lot more development on the Kilkenny side of the bridge and allow for more concentric development. He added that the Boundary Commission’s report into the boundary extension “was such an absolute waste of time, money and effort” - a comment which drew the ire of Cllr. Eamon Quinlan, who had worked on the committee to make a submission to the Boundary Commission. “I think that just because the people of Waterford didn’t make threats to block bridges or that Waterford Council didn’t engage in whipping up feelings amongst Waterford people to sign generic petitions - it should in no way take away from the force of the arguments we put forward,” Cllr. Quinlan said, pointing out that it was “an independent commission which recognised that this would be best for the people in the area”. Minister Phelan said he was “sorry that you felt hurt by my comments” about the boundary commission report into the boundary extension, “but it was absolutely a waste of time, money and effort, because it was never going to be politically deliverable”. “We will never agree on it, I suspect, but we should try to achieve for Kilkenny and Waterford what we can achieve and that’s what a joint structure is designed to do,” Minister Phelan said. He pointed out that a joint structure “has effectively existed in Carlow and Laois for years” and that is what he envisages for the Waterford-Kilkenny boundary. Cllr. Quinlan said he believed

there was an imbalance and it seemed that Waterford is always being asked to do more than their Kilkenny counterparts. He suggested a rebate system, noting that Kilkenny people who live on the Kilkenny side, but work in Waterford, would pay their taxes such as Local Property Tax to the Kilkenny authorities. Minister Phelan described that as “old tribalism”. “You should be talking about what binds us together, rather than this ‘Kilkenny people coming across and taking our jobs’,” Minister Phelan said. Cllr. Quinlan objected, saying that is not what he said. “I believe in regionalism,” Cllr. Quinlan replied. “Under the leadership of Waterford - not dividing the cake four ways for everybody in the audience.” Minister Phelan said he was in complete agreement that Waterford “is the capital of the South East”. “I’ll get slated by people in Kilkenny, but Waterford should be the beacon on the hill for the rest of the region. I’ve no problem supporting that. But if the level of discussion is going back to Kilkenny people coming and working in Waterford and not spending their money here - that is the narrowest type of old parochialism and we all need to forget about that,” he said. Responding, Cllr. Quinlan said a rebate system operates in many of the border counties between the Republic and the north for shared expenses. “If they can work to resolve situations there, I don’t see why they can’t do it here,” Cllr. Quinlan added. NORTH QUAYS Cllr. John Cummins noted that the proposed North Quays development in the city “is a hugely ambitious and gamechanger project for Waterford and the entire region”. He urged Minister Phelan to press his ministerial colleagues for an early decision on the funding for the development. Minister Phelan replied that he has pressed upon his colleagues the importance of an early decision and said he would continue to do so. Meanwhile, Cllr. Kelly wanted to know where the 400+ workers coming on site at the North Quays would stay, given that there is a shortage of houses and limited space in hotels / B&Bs, etc. “I would hope that most of them are already living in Waterford / Wexford and Kilkenny,” Minister Phelan replied. “In relation to bedspaces, that is a planning matter for the local authority and for hotels, B&Bs and the like.” Cllr. Roche said Waterford has

been held back economically for years and slammed the development of the Ferrybank Shopping Centre, which, she said “is the greatest monument to the planning excesses of the Celtic Tigerera” and had “predatory designs on Waterford City”. “So, if one part of that equation is to have predatory designs on our city, there can be no equivalence and we cannot accept that!” Cllr. Roche said. “What we want is for the entire region to go ahead and, ironically, the only people I ever hear talking about regionalism in the South East are people from Waterford.” Cllr. Roche said the Government’s South East Action Plan for Jobs “has not delivered for Waterford” and IDA figures for site visits “has all trickled down to worse than a stream at this stage”. She said University Hospital Waterford is under threat because Waterford lost the South East region in the HSE - “that was this government effectively - led by the Fine Gael Government accepting a report”. “We are confused which reports you will accept and which reports you won’t accept, because you won’t accept independent reports on boundary extensions, but you will accept independent reports on hospital break-ups,” Cllr. Roche said. She said a focus needs to be on jobs creation and education provision and the North Quays development is a crucial part of that. She said the Technological University for the South East “cannot be allowed to be any less than other universities” around the country. Minister Phelan said much of the delays in development in the South East is because the region has not worked together over the years. He reacted with surprise over Cllr. Roche’s comments about Ferrybank Shopping Centre, saying it was “a bit ironic” that while she was speaking so strongly against that shopping centre, she was at the same time speaking so supportively of a much bigger shopping and commercial centre on the North Quays, beside Ferrybank. “It’s about 200 yards from Ferrybank Shopping Centre to the North Quays - that’s a fact,” Minister Phelan said. He said he would like to see the vacant Ferrybank Shopping Centre occupied and all of the North Quays occupied, which would be good for everyone, and suggested that the old arguments of the past should be left in the past.

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Congratulations to Rena Spratt, Roberta Foley and Mary Creen who were the three lucky winners in Dalton Jewellers raffle which was held as part of their Customer Evening last Thursday.

Motorists reminded that Causeway is now pay and display for parking MOTORISTS are reminded that the Causeway in Abbeyside is a pay and display area for parking, including the car park at the rear of Eurospar. The parking charges for Abbeyside came into force from 17th November, last. Motorists must now display a parking ticket on their vehicle if parking along both sides of the Causeway. The first half hour is free (tickets must be displayed) and after that, the charge is €1.10 per hour. (Maximum stay an hour and a half), in line with the rest of the town. CAUSEWAY CAR PARK In the Causeway car park at the rear of Eurospar, the first 90 minutes is free (tickets must be displayed). After the free 90 minutes, the charge is €1.10 per hour, with a maximum charge of €3.30 per day, which is in line with Scanlons Yard car park charges. Parking charges are in force from 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

SAM McCAULEY’S SKIN CARE EVENT Fri 30th Nov GARVEY’S SUPERVALU FOOD FAIR Fri 30th Nov : 2.00pm-9.00pm DUNGARVAN TOWN PANTOMIME “CINDERELLA” THE MOST MAGICAL PANTO OF ALL! Fri 30th Nov, 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th, 9th Dec 2:30pm TOWN HALL THEATRE POKÉMON THE MOVIE: THE POWER OF US Sat 1st Dec : 4.00pm JACK MOLLOY’S Sat 1st Dec HOT CARVERY TASTING SPECIAL BRANCH CARVINGS WITH JOHN HAYES Sat 1st & 8th Dec : 11.00am-3.00pm CHRISTMAS CARDS & DECORATIONS Sat 1st, 8th, 15th Dec : 2.00pm–3.00pm DAVID WALSH SCHOOL & OFFICE SUPPLIES FLYNN’S HARDWARE Sun 2nd Dec : 12 noon-5.00pm SANTA, TREATS AND FACE PAINTING

Signage on the Causeway alerting motorists to the fact that the area is now pay and display. Mitchel Street. This parking machine and the one located at the top of Mary Street will serve all of Mitchel Street.

LOADING BAYS Motorists should also note that all loading bays in the town now operate all day (9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.)

LINE DANCING IN THE PLAZA Sat 8th Dec : 4.00pm HAVEN PHARMACY Sat 8th Dec : 11.00am–4.00pm DISCOUNTS ON THE DAY VINTAGE COACH TOUR TO SEE THE CHRISTMAS ILLUMINATIONS Sat 8th & 15th Dec: after 4pm DUNGARVAN TOURIST OFFICE AN COISTE FÁILTE IN AN RINN Sun 9th Dec : 12 noon–4.30pm CHRISTMAS SOUND HEALING SESSION Sun 9th Dec : 11.00am THE REHEARSAL HUB RESTORATIVE YOGA Tue 11th Dec : 8.00pm-9.00pm THE REHEARSAL HUB A CHRISTMAS CAROL Tue 11th Dec : 8.00pm

AMAZING GLAZING POTTERY FAMILY & BABY CHRISTMAS KEEPSAKE Tue 4th, 11th & 18th Dec : 10.30am THE REHEARSAL HUB

A SPECIAL EVENING WITH SANTA CLAUSE Wed 12th Dec : 4.00pm-8.00pm THE COACH HOUSE, KILMACTHOMAS

COUNTRY MARKET CAUSEWAY TENNIS CLUB, ABBEYSIDE Fri 7th, 14th, 21st Dec : 9.00am–1.30pm

CHRISTMAS ELF DOOR HUNT From Fri 23rd Nov

COLLECT AN ENTRY FORM from the DUNGARVAN TOURIST OFFICE on Main Street. Find all 16 Elf Doors and return your completed form to the Tourist Ofﬁce before Saturday 22nd December to claim your treat.

The new parking ticket machine and signage in the Causeway car park.

WREATH MAKING DEMONSTRATION Sat 8th 11.30am & Sun 9th Dec : 2.00pm FLYNN’S HARDWARE

DUNGARVAN BRASS BAND Wed 12th Dec : 7.30pm

A special area on GRATTAN SQUARE will be created for Christmas Photographs, come and sit in SANTA’S SLEIGH surrounded by greenery and fake snow which will create fantastic Christmas Family Photos.

The parking ticket machine which has been relocated on Mitchel Street opposite St. Brigid’s Terrace junction.

CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS & CRACKERS Sat 8th Dec LAWLORS HOTEL SANTA COMES TO SHAWS Sat Dec 8th : 12 noon–4.00pm

ARDMORE CHRISTMAS MARKET Sun 2nd Dec : 12 noon–6.00pm

FESTIVE PHOTO NOOK From Sat 1st Dec

The 15 minute set down area outside the shops on the Causeway. CAUSEWAY SET DOWN AREA There is now a 15 minute set down area outside the shops on the Causeway, Abbeyside - which is ideal for a quick visit to the chemist or post office. RELOCATION OF PARKING TICKET MACHINE Meanwhile, the parking ticket machine which was located outside the Wheelchair Shop at Mitchel Street has now been relocated to the junction opposite St. Brigid’s Terrace on

CHRISTMAS THEMED TASTING EVENT Fri 30th Nov : 12 noon–3.00pm FRESH FOOD COURTYARD

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SANTA’S ELF GARDEN Opens Sat 1st Dec

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Cora Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donovan Fitzgerald, Clinton Cunnage and Aileen Hogan pictured at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath] Greg Ashe pictured at his Pottery Stall at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Jenny Beresford and daughter Izzy picture at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

The Stacks who performed on stage for the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Emma Power and Orlaith Brady pictured at the Gourmet House Stall for the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath] Samantha Cambell pictured on her Gift Stall at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Vilma, Lukas and Mark Ronayne pictured at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Elaine, Aliya and Callum Clynch pictured at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Beata Wlodarczyk, Ola Flynn and Agnes Wlodarczyk pictured at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Martina, Chloe and Ethan Drummy pictured at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Declan and Margo Enright with their children Lucie and Mia at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Mary Curran, Rebecca Nubert, Marley Mae Kelly and Morgan Kelly at the opening of Dungarvan Aglow 2018 and switching on of the Christmas Lights in Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

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Phelan supports wind farms - just not too close to homes KILKENNY Minister John Paul Phelan said he is an ardent supporter of wind farms - just not too close to residential dwellings. Mr. Phelan, who is Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform, was addressing the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. He was responding to comments made by Cllr. James Tobin, who had asked when the new guidelines for wind farms would be released. “The report was done, it was then withdrawn.We saw bits of it two years ago - we haven’t seen anything since,” Cllr. Tobin said. He said wind farm developers “can overlook this Council if they make a development big enough, and can go straight to An Bord Pleanála with the application, which I think is totally wrong,” Cllr. Tobin said. “I hope that under your watch

you will be able to do something to stop these monstrosities,” Cllr. Tobin said, referring to a proposed application by Innogy Renewable Ireland Limited to erect 25 wind turbines, over 150 metres in height, in the West Waterford area (Knockanore) into East Cork. Cllr. Tobin said that the set-back distance of 500 metres between wind turbines and dwellings is too low and should be at least 1,000 metres. Cllr. Tobin said these developments “should also come before the local authority” for consideration. Under the Planning and Development (Strategic Infrastructure) Act 2006, applications for permission to carry out strategic infrastructure projects are now made directly to An Bord Pleanála, and bypass the local planning process - a stipulation that was brought in by the Fianna Fail-led Government at the time. Minister Phelan revealed he is

“a massive supporter of wind farms in general”. “But I think it is important that they wouldn’t be placed too close to homes,” Minister Phelan said. He said he agrees with minimum distance from homes and that views should be protected. “Wind farms should not be erected in many of our key tourist target destinations and a lot of Waterford would fall into that category,” Minister Phelan said. “Waterford, in terms of tourism is most under-recognised and utilised. The Greenway is a great days work by this local authority and opened up a wider countryside and spectacular scenery,” he said. “In relation to wind energy, I’m not against it per se.” He said he would make representations in relation to the wind turbine guidelines and the time frame for when they will be published.

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Lidl Ireland gives Waterford customers the chance to win their Christmas shopping for just €1 LIDL’S Trolley Dash tickets are now on sale in 158 Lidl stores nationwide with all proceeds going directly to Lidl’s charity partner, Jigsaw Lidl Ireland is now offering customers in Waterford a chance to win their entire Christmas shopping with The Lidl Trolley Dash.Winners will be challenged to a ‘Supermarket Sweep’ style dash around their local Lidl store to grab as much of their Christmas shopping as possible in just two minutes! 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Lidl’s charity partner, Jigsaw. Customers can purchase tickets for just €1 at their local Lidl store. Last year, Lidl’s Trolley Dash raised over €262,000 with ticket sales expected to increase this year. Tickets will be sold at Lidl checkouts nationwide until Sunday, 2nd December. Customers can enter the draw

as many times as they wish and one winner will be chosen at random from each of the 158 stores. Speaking about Lidl’s Trolley Dash competition, Joseph Duffy, CEO of Jigsaw, said: “Jigsaw offers free, confidential and nonjudgemental services and supports to young people aged 1225, and their communities. To date, Jigsaw has supported over 26,000 young people. Without the commitment of strategic partners like Lidl Ireland, we cannot deliver the vital services that our young people deserve and we are grateful for Lidl Ireland’s pledge to raise €1 million over the next three years. Through CSR initiatives such as The Lidl Trolley Dash, and the generosity of Lidl staff and customers, we will be able to support even more young people across Ireland. The Lidl Trolley Dash is also a wonderful opportunity for 158 fami-

lies in Ireland to win a full trolley of shopping just in time for Christmas.” If you’re lucky enough to be one of Lidl’s Trolley Dash winners, here are a few top tips to keep in mind before dashing down the aisles; • Practice, practice, practice! • Visit your local store before your dash and familiarise yourself with the layout. • Don’t panic! Dash through one aisle at a time so you don’t miss anything. • Most Trolley Dash winners will want to stock up on goodies for Christmas, so make a list of the essentials you’ll need and don’t forget to grab some of Lidl’s Deluxe and Favorina goodies to fill your trolley. For more information about the Lidl Trolley Dash competition and terms and conditions, see lidl.ie/trolleydashterms

Bank of Ireland extends counter services BANK of Ireland has announced that from the end of October its branches in Lisduggan, Lismore and Tramore have a counter service available to personal customers both in the morning and the afternoon. Up to now, the counter service has just been available during morning hours. Counter services across the country will also be expanding before the end of this year as Bank of Ireland extends full day counter services by over 160% in branches nationwide. Speaking about the extended

service, Pamela Pim, Head of Bank of Ireland Waterford said: “Serving customers brilliantly is a key priority for Bank of Ireland.We want to offer services and products in line with how consumers want to bank – both now and into the future.” “With more than 250 branches nationwide, we are proud to have the largest branch network of any bank in Ireland. We have been listening carefully to our customers and it’s clear that we need to improve the service we provide.

Customers want to see tellers behind the counter and not just in the morning. In response to that feedback, we are extending our counter service to operate in the afternoon, as well as the morning, at our branches in Lisduggan, Lismore and Tramore.” For full information on the new counter opening hours at Bank of Ireland Lisduggan, Lismore and Tramore branches please see https://www.bankofireland.com /branch-locator/.

Martin Walsh from Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Waterford has won €57,000 on Saturday’s (17th November 2018) National Lottery Winning Streak Game Show on RTE. Pictured here at the presentation of the winners cheques were from left to right: Sinead Kennedy, Winning Streak game show co-host; Martin Walsh, the winning player; Declan Harrington, Head of Finance at the National Lottery and Marty Whelan, Winning Streak game show co-host. The winning ticket was bought from SuperValu Greystone Street, Carrick-on-Suir. [Mac Innes Photography]

Carrick-on-Suir man spins the Winning Streak Wheel and bags himself €57,000 AN IT worker, originally from Kilkenny, now living in Waterford went on a Winning Streak of his own on Saturday, 17th November, and spun the wheel, scooping a cool €57,000 from the National Lottery TV gameshow on RTÉ One. All week, Martin Walsh was dreaming of spinning the iconic Winning Streak Grand Prize wheel.That dream became a reality as the Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Waterford, based man won €25,000 on the wheel and a total of €57,000 from the show. Martin has been married to his childhood sweetheart, Caitriona, for 27 years. They met at a children’s Summer Playschool in Carrick-on-Suir where they both worked as instructors. Martin and Caitriona have three boys, Aaron (28), Lorcan (16) and Rory (13), who were all in the audience to cheer him on last weekend. Martin plans to put his Winning Streak winnings towards a college fund for Lorcan and Rory. Martin and Caitriona are also proud grandparents to 4-year-old Orla and they look forward to spoiling her also with winnings from the show. A brand new-look Winning Streak scratch card is available in the 5,900 National Lottery retailers all over the country, where as well as the chance to

appear on the Winning Streak TV game show if you get three stars, players will also be in with a chance to win some great cash prizes up to €5,000. The odds for those who purchase a Winning Streak to win is 1 in 1.76 to win a cash or three star prize. Players can also send their scratch card stubs into the National Lottery where each week, on the show, a player will be drawn as the winner of a Luxury Cruise for two valued at €5,000. The winner of last week’s cruise is Terri Madden from Crumlin, Dublin 12. As ever one of the lucky five players will get the chance to spin the wheel and win up to €500,000. But this series a €100,000 segment will be added to the iconic Grand Prize Wheel every show if less than that was won in the previous show, improving players chances to win a massive prize. Nearly 30 cent in every €1 spent on National Lottery games go back to Good Causes in the areas of sport, youth, health, welfare, education, arts and heritage. In total more than €5.3 billion has been raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 30 years ago. In 2017 alone, the National Lottery raised over €226 million for such good causes.

No quick solution for Aglish flooding By Christy Parker

Pictured at the recent Waterford College of Further Education Graduations were Bridget O'Keeffe, Carrick-on-Suir; Lora Murphy, Waterford; Eucharia Egbo, Carrick-on-Suir; Caitlin Godfrey, Tramore; and Lauren Coughlan, Waterford. [John Power]

INSUFFICIENT funding means that resolving Aglish village’s flooding problem is part of Waterford Council’s long-term rather than short-term plans, according to Waterford Council’s Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes. Cllr. Tom Cronin had raised the issue at November’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality

meeting, pointing out that the problem has persisted for “10 to 15 years.” He said two spots on the road from the old creamery towards Villierstown close to a housing estate were particularly affected. Mr. Hynes said the council was “aware of the issue” and the resolution would involve a new surface water pipe outlet into a stream or down through a field. It would require a “considerable investment” and the council did not have the resources at present, he advised.

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Officials satisfied with Newry-based contractor working on vacant Council houses WATERFORD Council is satisfied with the Newry-based contractor which was awarded the contract for repair of vacant local authority houses. At the November Plenary meeting of

Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Joe Conway queried if there was a sense of “unease” by officials about employing a contractor from outside of the jurisdiction to repair vacant Council houses, following recent revelations about

structural defects in recently built Dublin schools, which were constructed by another company based outside the jurisdiction - Coalislandbased Western Building Systems. Director of Services, Ivan

Grimes said the contract for the turnaround of vacant Council properties “was tendered and issued in compliance with public procurement rules”. “We are absolutely satisfied with that,” Mr. Grimes added.

Outcomes of housing summit still being examined WATERFORD Council’s housing officials are still examining the outcomes from a housing summit held last September, at which various stakeholders attended to discuss the housing crisis. At the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Jim Griffin had enquired if there was going to be another housing summit before Christmas? Director of Services, Ivan Grimes replied that officials in the housing section are looking at the outcomes from the previous housing summit, which was held last September, “with a view to talking directly to the stakeholders on the issues raised at the event”. “We’ll be issuing follow ups

in relation to that in the coming weeks. INCREASE IN TENANCY HOUSING ALLOCATIONS Meanwhile, Cllr. Jason Murphy congratulated the housing section on the increase in housing allocations in 2018 to date. He noted that there were 176 tenancy allocations in 2017, while in 2018 that figure had increased to 218. “Credit where credit is due I know there’s a lot more work to be done, but that’s an increase of 42 houses and we not at the end of the year yet,” Cllr. Murphy said. “So I would like to congratulate the housing section for all their work on that.”

Traffic calming and drainage work to start at Lickey Bridge TRAFFIC calming measures are due to be carried out at the Lickey Bridge on the regional road (R671) between Piltown and Clashmore. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell said he brought an engineer to the location to meet with several local people to explain exactly the problem at the bridge which is located just before a sharp u-bend in the road. “During the last flooding I went up to look at it. There was very bad flooding at the location,” Cllr. O’Donnell said. “So I visited the area again last week with an engineer and we spoke with a few local people,” he said.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell. “We decided that traffic calming is to be installed there at the bridge because it’s a fairly dangerous spot. There will also be new drainage pipes installed and the dyke will be opened up, which will hopefully alleviate the flooding. “There were a lot of crashes at the location a few years ago, and the traffic calming is needed there, along with signage. The work is due to be carried out in the next couple of weeks,” Cllr. O’Donnell said.

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Mackenzie Coleman from Dungarvan and Sophie Reddy from Cappoquin pictured at Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. [David Clynch Photography] Sean and Teddy Drohan from Abbeyside pictured at the WLR FM broadcasting station at Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Bunty, Bow, Colin, Dew and Hayden O'Sullivan, all from Tallow, pictured at Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the Christmas Lights Switch On. [David Clynch Photography]

Emilie O'Connor and Anna Noctor, both from Abbeyside, pictured at Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Alan, Mary, Finn, Faye and Michelle Walsh from Ballymacarbry at Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the Christmas Lights Switch On. [David Clynch Photography]

Lianne and Amber Norris with Robert Wiechert from Kilmacthomas at Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the Christmas Lights Switch On. [David Clynch Photography]

Aliya Clynch from Ballinroad enjoying the carousel at the Christmas Lights Switch On in Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Clodagh and Siun Cunningham from Abbeyside pictured on Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Mairead, Siobhan, Meadhbh and Paddy Lynch from Rathgormack pictured at Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the Christmas Lights Switch On.

Mia and Alan Keane from Conna pictured at Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

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Tributes paid to late court clerk THE bar and bench paid tribute last week to Waterford court clerk, the late Catherine Halligan, nee Fagan, who died after a short illness. Shocked colleagues gathered in Waterford Circuit Court and stood in silence as a mark of respect when her death was announced last Tuesday. Black mourning ribbons of remembrance were displayed outside the newly refurbished courthouse. Speaking in Waterford Court Criminal Court, Judge Eugene O’Kelly said that Waterford had lost a very valued member of the community. Her death was

keenly felt by her family and her colleagues in the court services. The Judge said that Catherine came into the court service from school and worked in Waterford for the past twenty years. Three weeks ago during her illness she made her last visit to the court offices. “She was characterised by her humour and fun and her sense of fortitude when she realised that God worked in mysterious ways. It is cruel but it is a fact that she has gone”, he said. “She though only of those she was leaving behind. A shining light has been extinguished but she will live on in our memo-

ries”, he said. Sincere sympathy was extended to her husband Brendan and her young daughter, her family and the court staff. Waterford State Solicitor Frank Hutchinson, on behalf of the legal profession, said Catherine’s death was a great loss to her family, her colleagues and the public service in Waterford. They worked in the family court, which was not visited by politicians and leaders of society, and they had to deal with people in a vulnerable state. They were all very aware of her contribution to the court service, he added.

“We share the loss experienced by her colleagues who were a great source of comfort and friendship to her in the last few months of her life” he said. The Manager of Waterford Courthouse Jack Purcell led the tributes to Catherine. Garda Inspector Larry Sheehan thanked her for her co-operation over many years and described her as a great friend of the Gardai. The Probation and Welfare Service also joined in the expressions of sympathy. To enable court staff to attend the funeral of their colleague, Judge O’Kelly re-arranged court times on Friday morning.

Daughter appeals to court for leniency for father A COUNTY Waterford woman, who was sexually assaulted by her father when she was a teenager, appealed for leniency for him when he came up for sentenced in Waterford Circuit Criminal Court, last week. In a letter to Judge Eugene O’Kelly the woman said she would die if her father was sent to prison. “Please don’t send my daddy to prison”, she wrote. The man, who was 60 on the day of his court appearance, cannot be named

for legal reasons. He was given a suspended 15 month suspended prison sentence for possession of child porn images and was directed to complete 240 hours community service in lieu of 12 month imprisonment for sexual assault. The court was told by Det Garda Aiden Slattery that a laptop was seized in the man’s family home in 2014 and the sexual assault was on it. The laptop contained 117 child exposed images, 126 child exposure images and six child porn

movies. One image featured a child who was less than one year and others were children between 1 and 6 years, 1 and 10 ten years and images of male and female teenagers involved in sexual activity. Images were downloaded to folders with titles like Dirty Daddy’s Girls, Baby Nude and Young little Lolita.The sexual assault took the form of the accused grabbing the sleeping 14 year old girl by the buttocks in the sitting room. The investigation came to a light

when another daughter was going through the phone and recognised her father by tattoos on his arm and a ring on his finger. The accused was arrested and admitted that there were images on the laptop that should not be there. In her letter the girl said the accused was a good father to her and she would die if he went to prison. Barrister Conor Roberts, defending, said there was no distribution or dissemination of porn images and his daughters

were not on any video. The accused left school at 16 and had a good work history but he fell into a fantasy world.The catalysts for the offending were the death of his brother and his increased use of alcohol. He had lost his relationship with his children. Judge O’Kelly said the names of the folders were in the language of paedophiles. He said he had to have regard for the pleas for leniency by the man’s daughter.

Teenager suffered horrific injuries in traffic collision AN 18-year-old girl, who was a back seat passenger in a car, suffered horrific injuries in a “rear ending” traffic collision at Kiely’s Cross on the main Waterford to Cork Road, the Circuit Criminal Court heard last week. Lydia Nicholson suffered a broken neck and was trapped in her mother’s car for hours on July 10, 2015. Siobhan Walsh with an address at Ballydavid, Youghal, was fined a total of €3,000 and was banned from driving for six years for careless driving causing serious injury, and having no insurance and no NCT disc displayed. The court was told by Garda Conor Tallon, Dungarvan, that a blue Seat car was rear ended by a black Toyota Corolla.The Seat was stopped

on the road and indicating to turn right. The injured girl was a back seat passenger in the Seat and she was trapped for a number of hours. She was removed by ambulance and fire crews and was transferred to Cork and the National Spinal Injuries Unit in the Mater Hospital. Following complex neck surgery she was discharged but was since in constant and unbearable pain. Barrister David Bulbulia, defending, said there were no excuses for what happened. His client had just finished an eight hour work shift and she was on prescription drugs for depression. She signed a mandate for the MIBI to settle the case on her behalf.

Circuit Court adjourned on two separate occasions due to absence of defence barristers WATERFORD Circuit Criminal Court had to be adjourned on two separate occasions, last week when defence barristers were absent and were not in court to deal with cases on behalf of clients. Judge Eugene O’Kelly hit out at the practise of some barristers of “stacking” cases and said the work of the court was concentrated on too few barristers. He warned that in future the court

would not be facilitating particular barristers who stacked cases and were off doing work elsewhere and the court was being left with nothing to do. When forced to adjourn the court on the second day of the sentencing sessions, the Judge was told that some barristers would not be available until 12.30 pm. It was decided to take a lunch break between 12.30 pm and 1.15 pm.

The Judge said there were plenty of young barristers who would be delighted to get work. Solicitors should also be able to plead on behalf of absent barristers. “What is happening is not fair to the court, the staff and to clients”, he said. “It is a very unsatisfactory situation that there is a full house of people in court who are not able to be facilitated”, he added.

The Hogan family from Dungarvan pictured at Dungarvan Plaza for the Christmas Lights Switch On at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. From left to right: Noreen Fennell, Tracey, Millie, John Paul, Tadhg and Eoin Hogan. [David Clynch]

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Ivy By Mandy Tompkins THE trunks of the trees in the Woodland, the rocks and the old stone boundary wall are covered by a cloak of Ivy at this time of the year and if left unchecked Ivy can carpet the ground or reach a height of up to 100 metres in a few short seasons. This evergreen plant climbs by using numerous, adhesive, root like tendrils, and because of its clinging nature Ivy has been a symbol for fidelity and loyalty since ancient times. Ivy leaves are leathery, and there are two different kinds along the stem. The leaves on the flowering stem are longish and egg shaped, and those on non- flowering twigs are three to five lobed. The flowers are arranged in small, tight semi round spheres with an umbrella shaped head upon the flower stalk, which grow from the axils of scale like bracts, and open during September and October. The petals, which are brownish on the outside and greenish on the inside fall to the ground, and round, black berries contain 3-5 seeds. Ivy has both male and female reproductive organs upon the one plant, which enables self- pollination.

Ivy is a hardy climber, and an invaluable plant in the Wildlife Garden. In Autumn Ivy provides nectar for Hoverflies and the Holly Blue and Small Tortoiseshell Butterflies. As Winter approaches its leaves give shelter to overwintering Butterflies, and because the berries ripen later than other fruit bearing bushes, they will be eaten eagerly by the resident birds, such as Pigeons and Blackbirds, as well as Fieldfares and Redwings, which are Winter visitors. Ivy provides Spring nesting sites for Wrens, House Sparrows and Blackbirds, young leaves for Caterpillars to feed upon, and cool roosting places during the heat of the Summer. Ivy berries were eaten in ancient times as a cure for Aches and Pains, Coughs, Colds and Bronchitis and the leaves were placed upon the head of a child suffering from Eczema. In Irish Folk Tradition it was believed that the Elder Tree once refused to give shelter to Christ, but the Ivy did, so the Elder is the last tree to come into leaf, yet the Ivy is evergreen. Ivy makes a good shelter against the cold winds, and it is said that a young Fionn MacCumhaill was nursed in hiding by his foster mother Bodhmann in the hollow of an Ivy clad tree, and he was given the name `lad of the hollow` on account of this. Ivy is also believed to be linked to the ancient Ogham Alphabet, as each letter was named after a different native tree, and Ivy has also been used as Irish place names, such as Clonenagh, Ivied pasture, Gleneany, Ivied glen, and the Owenny River in County Mayo means Ivied river, whilst Inan in County Meath simply means Ivy.

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Dungarvan cat, ‘Pantha’, is a regional winner in Cat Club’s ‘Crown your Cat’ face of Cat Club 2019 Could Pantha be Cat Club’s next top ‘mewdel’? DUNGARVAN feline ‘Pantha’, owned by Mike O’Neill, has been announced as one of four regional winners in the allIreland Mackle Petfoods, ‘Crown your Cat’ face of Cat Club 2019 competition. Following a professional photoshoot, the overall winning cat will feature on Cat Club packaging throughout Ireland during 2019 and receives a year’s supply of, a prize worth almost £2,000. All finalists will receive a year’s supply of food. Pantha’s owner Mike O’Neill explained, “I was out for a walk and saw this tiny kitten clinging to a branch over a river, so of course I waded in and carried her home. I’ve no idea how she got there but once she’d warmed up, had something to eat and got over her fright, her little personality began to shine through and, of course, there

was no way that we couldn’t keep her. “She definitely likes to visit the neighbours every day for snacks and treats, but is always on the sofa every evening to catch up with the girls and I. For such a small cat, she’s made her presence felt and is a huge part of the family. As part of the competition, Mackle Petfoods has also been making monthly donations of food to Co. Down animal shelter, Almost Home, helping to take care of their rescue cats (and dogs) until they find a new home to be King or Queen of! Laura Rafferty, Marketing Manager at Mackle Petfoods which owns the Cat Club brand said, “We had entries coming in from all over Ireland and competition to be the face of Cat Club was fierce. We’re down to our four finalists, Pedro from

Crossgar, Co. Down; April from Belfast; Pantha from Waterford and Gilllian from Dublin and we’ll be announcing the overall winner and face of ‘Cat Club’

for 2019 in December.” You can read more about the finalists at Facebook.com/catclubcatfood or www.catclubcrown.com”

Meet the people who make Food & Drink the Waterford Way – their place, their history, their community, their stories . . .

Claire Dalton, Dungarvan Brewing Company DUNGARVAN Brewing Company is undoubtedly one of Ireland’s most successful local produce stories. Founded in 2010 by brothers-in-law Cormac O’Dwyer and Tom Dalton and their wives Jen and Claire, the Micro Brewery specialises in traditional style, bottle conditioned ales and stouts. Sales and Marketing Director Claire Dalton explains how it all began. “It started over a decade ago when the four of us would go out and lament at the lack of beer choice available locally,” Claire said. “We could also see the potential for a Brewery in Dungarvan as the craft beer industry had really taken off in the States and was making its way over to Ireland.” Each member of the team put in the hours researching, up-skilling and securing the qualifications needed to run a successful brewery. Head Brewer, Cormac O’Dwyer had always been a brewing enthusiast, trying out many of his home-brews on a very perceptive, but small audience. In just a few years with Dungarvan Brewing, Cormac’s beers have won awards at Blas na hEireann, the Brewing Industry International Awards and has been featured in multiple Beer Bibles. “We decided to go the route of bottleconditioning, which is a more traditional, hand-made style that wasn’t prevalent in Ireland at the time,” Claire explains. “It isn’t filtered, isn’t pasteurised and is naturally carbonated so there is minimum interference

with it between raw ingredients and finished product.” Dungarvan Brewing are masterful exponents of food the Waterford way, using only the best quality local ingredients including Irish barley malt, full leaf hop cones and the limestone rich water of West Waterford. “We were determined to do things our own way, which happily enough for us, made us quite different from a lot of other breweries,” Claire said. “From day one we were from grain to bottle, doing everything ourselves, which is extremely unique in the industry. When we started there were 6-7 micro breweries in Ireland, today there’s around 80-90.” Claire said that the Food the Waterford Way mentality provided a vital platform for their young company. “We received huge support from local businesses and other local producers,” she said.“From the very first day, the likes of The Tannery, Cliff House, the pubs around Dungarvan…they were all willing to give us a go, regardless of the fact that they hadn’t a clue what we were up to!” Every beer which bears the Dungarvan Brewing Company mark is guaranteed to have been brewed and bottled, casked or kegged on-site in the brewery in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford making it a truly authentic Irish craft beer. What does food the Waterford Way mean to you? “It’s all about collaboration, which is so important,” Claire said. “We’re living and working in Dungarvan, amongst all the other local producers - we meet them every day at the school gate! It’s great to be able

Claire Dalton of the Dungarvan Brewing Company. [Dylan Vaughan] to collaborate with local producers such as Mezze and Hearty Oysters who we made a special beer with earlier this year.To be able to ring a fellow producer to ask some advice or share some knowledge is just invaluable.” What motivates you? “When you start your own business you put a seed in the ground and you want to see how much it can grow,” Claire said. “We want to see Dungarvan Brewing getting bigger and better and fulfilling the potential that we know it has.” What’s next for Dungarvan Brewing? “The next thing we’re looking at is the tourism element of the brewery,” Claire said. “We’re hoping to develop the Brewery to put in a Tap Room and as well as offering tours, we can sell the beer on site and give people the full Dungarvan Brewing experience.” Want to learn more – check out www.foodthewaterfordway.com or follow us @Waterford_Way

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Parking in Dungarvan

Old & Unwanted Vehicles ED V O M RE OF CHARGE Separating the perception from the facts FREE “DUNGARVAN is in such a fortunate position - we have a vibrant town that appeals to tourists, shoppers, food lovers and locals. Our proposition is really strong and offers variety, quality, value and exclusivity. We are lucky Dungarvan has so many parking options so close to the town centre“ - Joe Roche, President of Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. Over the past few years Dungarvan, despite major challenges, has prospered. The arrival of the Waterford Greenway married nicely with the existing bike paths and the redeveloped Grattan Square. Already on the map as regards our food offering and with a retail mix that got us the title of the 5th best retail town in Ireland (Retail Excellence Ireland 2012), Dungarvan has the components to become a ‘go to’ place for many reasons. The flipside of the year-round popularity of Dungarvan is that it may seem that parking is ‘an issue’.This issue only arises when people wish to park directly outside where they are shopping, eating or working - if people are prepared for a 3-4 minute walk then there are a multitude of parking options. In order to dispel this perception it is worth taking a closer look at the actual figures with regard to parking in Dungarvan. Dungarvan boasts 1,878 parking spaces on an average day: • 406 of these parking spaces are completely free to park all day long! • Another 700 parking spaces are free if you shop in the connected supermarket • The remaining 724 spaces are free from 4 pm (using ticket for free 30 min) daily • There are even an extra 70 free spaces at the weekend in the Council Staff Car Park. • These 1,878 parking spaces do not include the Lawlors, Lidl or Aldi car parks. Dungarvan is a busier space than it was 10 or even 3 years ago. This activity has brought sustainable employment and a diverse trade offering that supports a flexible, dynamic local economy. If car parks were empty and parking spaces were plentiful in Dungarvan town centre our ‘parking problem’ would be more worrying. It would be a sign of low footfall, demonstrating that the town is not utilised and that Dungarvan is not trading as successfully as we should be. It would be an indicator of an

unhealthy retail and service sector with no customers. Seen in this light, the demand for parking and the resultant high footfall in our town centre is a positive indication of a flourishing community. With this in mind, perhaps expectations need to be measured - if we want turnover and activity in town, then long stays in ‘convenient’ parking locations are not appropriate. Turnover ensures people are moving around, which is what a town needs to stay healthy & lively. Parking is certainly a necessity, but are the lines between necessity and convenience becoming unclear? We have sufficient parking to meet the necessity, but there is a perception that we don’t because people want to park for convenience. This is understandable, but should convenience override other considerations such as safety and visibility, enhancing the environment and providing an aesthetically pleasing place for our community and visitors to enjoy? Certainly from a Chamber point of view the current offering of parking in Dungarvan is positive and varied. Everyone has, and is entitled to, an opinion - we rely on that wide range of feedback to inform our position and we are always ready to address concerns. In the meantime, the fact that Dungarvan welcomes visitors and can host over 1,800 cars on any given day is the most important message to promote and that is what the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber will be publicising. PARKING LOCATIONS & TERMS IN DUNGARVAN Garvey’s SuperValu, Davitts Quay – 100 spaces – Monday to Saturday (Sunday & Bank Holidays free). 30 minutes Free. Min. €20 spend 1 hour. Min. €50 spend 2 hours. Min. €100 spend 3 hours. Non customers €3 per hour. Dungarvan Shopping Centre – 500 spaces (multi-storey) – 100 spaces (outdoor) – Free parking for Dunnes customers. €1 per hour up to €4 per day. €12 for 7 day weekly ticket. Town Centre Car Park (Formerly VG) – 48 spaces – €1 per hour, min. fee €1. €3.00 for the day. €10 for 7 day weekly ticket. Scanlon’s Yard – 177 spaces – First 90

minutes free. €1.10 per hour. €3.30 daily rate. Causeway Car Park – 48 spaces – First 90 minutes free. €1.10 per hour. €3.30 daily rate. Glanbia Council Carpark – 53 spaces – First 30 minutes free. €1.10 per hour. No maximum stay period. On-Street Pay & Display Parking – There are another further 400 pay and display on-street parking spaces in Dungarvan. All of these have the first 30 min. free and then an hourly rate of €1.10 applies with the max. stay of 90 minutes. The Causeway has 42 spaces on-street, again the first half hour is free. The daily rate is €1.10 an hour with no maximum stay period. The Causeway will also have 4 spaces outside Euro Spar that have a 15 minute set down free of charge (from 17th November 2018). NOTE: For a minimum payment of .30 cent motorists can avail of 45 minutes parking (15 minutes paid plus the 30 minutes free). Pay and display parking operates from 09:00 to 4.30 p.m. Monday to Saturday so when you apply the 30 minutes free parking, motorists have free parking from 4.00 p.m. FREE PARKING Davitt’s Quay Carpark (opposite Glanbia): 100 free parking spaces, no maximum stay. Davitt’s Quay (in front of castle): 34 free spaces, with no maximum stay. Quay Street Carpark (beside Tannery): 31 free spaces, no maximum stay. Strand Street Carpark (by Ard Scoil na nDeise): 54 free spaces, no maximum stay. Thompson’s Lane Carpark (behind the Moorings): 12 free spaces, maximum stay 2 hours Linear Carpark (by Aldi): 16 free spaces, no maximum stay The Pond Carpark (in Abbeyside): 10 free spaces, no maximum stay. There are an additional 148 free parking spaces, including 50 at the Lookout/ Gibbons Park and 28 in Quanns. The Council Staff Carpark is also open at weekends providing an extra 60-70 free spaces. These figures do not include Abbeyside, which is all free parking, and free spaces on the Youghal Road. Council information was supplied by Traffic Management Section, Roads Dept., 13th November, 2018.

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Works to improve water quality gets underway in Ring WORKS will commence at the end of November in Ring Co. Waterford to improve the water supply for local residents by replacing old cast iron water mains in poor condition. Irish Water, working in partnership with Waterford City and County Council, is decommissioning 1.1 kilometers of problematic cast iron water mains in Roberts Cross Water Supply Scheme. New water mains will be constructed along the R674 road in the vicinity of Ring National School. The old, damaged pipes will be replaced with modern, high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes. New service connections will be installed from the new water main to each customer’s property.

These works will be carried out by Coffey Northumbrian Ltd in partnership with Waterford City and County Councils on behalf of Irish Water. The works are expected to be completed by February 2019. “As they get older, cast iron watermains can become severely corroded, which can give rise to increased levels of iron in the water supply and discoloration of the water. Replacing the old pipework will eliminate this issue of high iron levels and improve the quality of the water” said Mark O’Duffy, Leakage Reduction Programme Regional Lead at Irish Water. “Replacing these ageing water mains will not only improve water quality, it will also reduce leakage and improve security of

water supply. At present, almost half of the water produced in Ireland is lost to leaks in the network.” “We would like to thank local residents for their ongoing cooperation as we work together to deliver these improvements for Ring; and Waterford City and County Council for their continuing efforts in delivering this programme of works.” Traffic Management will be in place for the duration of the works. Local and emergency access will be maintained at all times, works crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works cause. The works may involve some short-term water shut offs and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum

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McGuinness to seek Sinn Féin nomination in local elections CONOR D. McGuinness has confirmed that he will seek a nomination from Sinn Féin to run alongside sitting Councillor Siobhán Whelan in next year's local elections. He was recently appointed as an area representative for the Dungarvan Electoral Area, which stretches from Ballinacourty to Ardmore, and includes An Ghaeltacht. Having grown up in Dungarvan, McGuinness now lives in An Rinn with his partner Pia. He went to Scoil Garbhán and the Friary. He is the son of former town gardener and proprieter of Eden Garden Centre Phyllis Davis. POLITICAL PRIORITIES Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer McGuinness said that it is an honour to be named as an area representative for Dungarvan and evirons. “I am honoured to have been named as an area representative for the recently formed Dungarvan Electoral Area. I am determined to be a new voice for West Waterford, and to bring a fresh perspective to local politics. Sinn Féin has a vision for local government that puts people at the centre, and that prioritises community involvement, responsive services and democratic accountablity. I intend to seek a nomination from Sinn Féin to run in next year's local elections alongside my colleague Cllr. Siobhán Whelan.The intention is to elect two republican councillors for Dungarvan in 2019. “My political priorities are to tackle the lack of affordable housing at local level, to make Waterford a leader when it comes to environmental protection, and to address the twin issues of rural crime and anti-social behaviour in the area,” he said. JOB CREATION “My experience in rural development and diversification means that supporting sustainable economic development and job creation at local level will feature high in my list of priorities. I am

Sinn Féin area Representative, Conor D. McGuinness. a proud Irish speaker and as a local representative I am determined to deal with people in English or in Irish. Our language, and the heritage that goes with it, is hugely important to me, as it is to many people in West Waterford." As a senior political advisor and constituency manager with Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada, McGuinness engages with farmer and fish producers organisations, rural development companies, environmental campaigners and local and regional authority officials. “A lot of my work involves making connections at local and European level, finding solutions to problems, and putting the right people in touch with one another. I bring a lot of experience to the table in terms of regional, national and European policy development,” he said. GOOD GOVERNANCE McGuinness is a board member of Foras na Gaeilge, the statutory body tasked with promoting the Irish language, and he serves as vice-chairperson of Dungarvan Credit Union Ltd. “Accountability and transparency are key to good governance in my experience. People

Conor D. McGuinness with Cllr. Siobhán Whelan at Ardmore.

taking decisions need to ensure they have all the information available and need to be prepared to stand over the decisions they make,” he said. “Despite progress over recent years we still face inequalities in our society and our country has not been able to reach its full potential. A hundred years ago men and women in this county and across the country went out to build a Republic based on the promise of 1916. “A dysfunctional health service and a lack of affordable housing makes a mockery of the type of society imagined in the 1916 Proclamation. The republican politics espoused by Sinn Féin sets out to build a republic where the needs of the people are looked after, where all are treated equally, and where the interests of the whole country, not just Dublin, are taken into account. SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES “I am determined that rural Ireland, our towns and our villages should offer the opportunity for safe, sustainable and prosperous communities to thrive. Communities depend on people living in them and addressing the shortage of affordable local housing for young families will be central to supporting sustainability of our villages and towns. “I envisage a county where environmental protection is second to none, where efforts at addressing climate change on the local level are encouraged and rewarded, and where sustainable businesses are valued and supported. “As an area representative I will work to address issues of crime and anti-social behaviour. No one should feel unsafe in their community or their home. We need a multi-agency response to anti-social behaviour that puts the community first. Proceeds of crime recovered locally should be ring-fenced for local crime-prevention programmes.”

Pictured are twins Ultan and Erin Rohan, age 7, at the launch of the ‘Energia Get Ireland Growing’ fund. GIY and Energia have teamed up to offer a €75,000 pool of funding to community and voluntary organisations who can, from today until January 18th, 2019 to apply for grants, which will enable them to start or further develop a community food-growing project in their area. Applications are being accepted via www.giy.ie

Waterford’s Community groups invited to apply to €75,000 Energia & GIY ‘Get Ireland Growing’ Fund COMMUNITY groups and voluntary organisations from all across Ireland are now invited to apply to the Energia Get Ireland Growing and GIY fund 2019, as the €75,000 pool of funding opens for applications today. Groups and organisations have until January 18th, 2019 to apply for grants, which will enable them to start or further develop a community foodgrowing project in their area. The Energia Get Ireland Growing Fund will be split across three categories, ‘Sow’, ‘Grow’ and ‘Harvest’ with awards ranging from €500 to €2,000 with one group selected to receive €5,000. Together Energia and GIY will support at least 86 community food growing groups from all across the island of Ireland. This is the sixth year of the fund, which has already supported over 500-community food growing projects to date, positively impacting over 140,000 people. €410,000 has been awarded over the last six years and this was distributed to projects all across the country.The funding pool is now open to any community group, school, NGO or Not for Profit, community garden or allotment group, GIY group, hospital, crèche, direct provision centre, men’s shed, any group who grow their own food, want to grow their own food and want to promote growing food. Applications can now be made online via www.giy.ie Launching the initiative, the founder of GIY Michael Kelly said, “We are delighted to open the €75,000 2019 fund and look forward to rewarding the community champions who are putting food back at the heart of their communities.The Energia & GIY Get Ireland Growing Fund is one of the most creative awards in the area of food, and it is a real privilege to know that we can really help to make the most incredible food growing projects a reality for a huge number of people across Ireland.

We look forward to getting as many applications as possible for the 2019 fund and we hope to deliver funding all across the nation. In addition to the funding provided, GIY also provides supports and opportunities for knowledge exchange between the projects, helping the best ideas to be shared through ‘Energia Get Ireland Growing’ creating a long-term legacy. Commenting at the launch, “Oonagh Gildea, Marketing Acquisition and Sponsorship at Energia said, “We're thrilled to launch Energia Get Ireland Growing for the third year.We’ve had a phenomenal response to this initiative over the past two years. The passion and dedication of people across the country who are igniting positive change in their communities is truly inspiring. At Energia we are committed to promoting sustainable living and helping families and communities to reduce their carbon footprint, so we're really delighted to support this wonderful initiative with GIY.” Some of the previous flagship projects include, a grow garden for the Irish Wheelchair Association Centre in Carlow (2017), the Recovery Garden in Kilkenny (2017) Knockanrawley Resource Centre Organic Garden Tipperary (2018) Camphill in Dingle County Kerry (2018) at the Ballymun Adult Read and Write Scheme in Dublin (2018) the Dublin Migrant Women Community Garden (2018) Recovery Haven in Kerry and last year’s overall winner of the Today Show fund of €5000 (2018),The Edible Landscape Project, a training and education initiative in Westport, Co. Mayo. For further details and to submit an application for ‘Energia Get Ireland Growing’ 2019 visit https://giy.ie/ #GetIrelandGrowing @EnergiaGIG

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Full steam ahead for second cath lab at UHW HSE signs off on €4.75m funding CAPITAL funding of €4.75 million has been approved by the HSE to construct a second cath lab and associated day ward at University Hospital Waterford, local Oireachtas members have confirmed. At the November meeting of the HSE’s National Capital and Property Steering Committee meeting, it was agreed to proceed with the construction of the new cath lab above the existing ground floor Cardiology Department at UHW. The two labs will be connected via a lift and stairs

and a new recovery / day ward for cardiology patients will also be provided on the first floor. The new lab will take 12 to 16 months to design and construct, while the mobile lab currently delivering diagnostics at UHW will remain on site in the interim. Recruitment of necessary staff will take place during construction so that, on completion, there is no delay in the lab becoming operational. Furthermore, recruitment for additional staff to extend the interventional services at the

existing lab to 8am-8pm, Monday to Friday, is at an advanced stage. Five staff (Grade IV Admin, Porter, Snr Cardiac Physiologist, Senior Radiographer and Staff Nurse) have now been recruited on an 8am to 8pm working day basis. Documentation is also being finalised for the recruitment of a consultant cardiologist required to facilitate the provision of additional operating hours. Waterford’s Oireachtas members have received assurances from senior HSE management

Waterford City and County,Wexford, and his own county of Kilkenny which are worst affected. “This is a big issue in the estates of Ferrybank [where the Minister resides] as it is in any other part of Waterford,” Minister Phelan said. “It is a slow and arduous process partly because we lost our South Eastern Regional status as a health authority and we were shoved to the four winds for all sorts of different reasons. “But, we need to build on what [Health] Minister [Simon] Harris has given us at this stage and work for the next bit, which is the out of hours emergency cover,” Minister Phelan added. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked if Minister Phelan’s expression of support for 24/7 cardiac care for UHW was an indication that the government is willing to resolve the matter, or if it was just a personal opinion? Minister Phelan said he was expressing his personal view and was pointing out Waterford has come from a different position several years ago when there was no acceptance either politically, or from within the health service, that there should be a second cath lab in the region.

that every effort will be made to accelerate construction of the new cath lab, where possible: “We are delighted that our cross-party efforts have succeeded in delivering a second cath lab for Waterford. We will continue to work together to improve services and outcomes for cardiology patients across the south east and will meet senior HSE officials throughout the design and construction phase to be updated on progress and ensure the fastest possible delivery of Waterford’s second cath lab.”

“The [Health] Minister is completely onside and trying to drive the department into delivering it,” Minister Phelan said. Cllr. Joe Conway said he was aware of infrastructure services at UHW being dismantled, “an indication that things are going in the wrong direction”, while he was also aware of a cardiologist who was very willing to work at UHW, and he suggested that Minister Phelan pass this information onto Minister Harris. Minister Phelan said he understood that the dismantling of the cath lab infrastructure took place several months ago. He said he was in regular contact with the senior cardiologist and that the issue “is as real on my side of the bridge as it is here in Waterford”. “I’m making my comments in the hope that we can push it further and get the 24/7 out of hours emergency cover. It is not because I’ve an inside line or anything like that. It is just something, through a lot of graft, mostly by volunteers in the greater Waterford area, that it became front and centre politically. I think we can push it this next bit as well, that is my personal view - but that is how anything is ever achieved politically, because it has come a long way even in the past couple of years,” Minister Phelan said.

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Phelan pledges full support for 24/7 cardiac care at UHW KILKENNY-based Junior Minister John Paul Phelan has pledged his full support for a 24/7 cardiac unit at University Hospital Waterford. Mr. Phelan, who is Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform, was speaking at the November Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council saying he is a “firm supporter” of the campaign and said he has signed petitions and attended many public meetings on the issue. Cllr. Davy Daniels had asked why there was no 24/7 cardiac cover at UHW and why Fine Gael were allowing this to continue. “It is totally unacceptable,” Cllr. Daniels said. Minister Phelan replied that “incremental progress” has been made on the issue, which, he said “has been a battle”. But he said he was “optimistic” that they will arrive at a position where there will be cardiac cover from 8.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. seven days a week and out of hours emergency cover for UHW. “We can’t have a situation in this region where we are transporting people who are at death’s door to Cork or Dublin,” he said, acknowledging that it is the people of

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New bus for Cappoquin Day Care Centre By Paul Mooney THERE’LL be no stopping the members of Cappoquin Day Centre heading off on regular excursions after they celebrated the purchase and blessing of their new bus last week. Local GP Dr. Ben Murphy, who is also Chairperson of the Cappoquin Day Care Centre Committee, said the new 182registered bus was purchased from Cavanagh’s of Fermoy using funds which were raised through annual draws organised by Friends of the Day Care Centre and generous donations from the local community, including €15,000 from the Cappoquin Community Development Company which was secured through the Rapid Programme. Very Reverend Father Robert Arthure, AP, Cappoquin, congratulated the centre on their new bus and blessed the vehicle. He said the old bus brought the centre users on many trips and returned safely, and the new bus was a worthy successor. A large crowd of family, friends, and members of the local community, along with Day Care Centre users and staff members were present for the celebration.

Also in attendance were Cllr. Declan Doocey, Mayor of Waterford City and County Council; Cllr. John Pratt, Cathaoirleach of DungarvanLismore Municipal District Council; Very Reverend Father Pat Gear, PP, Cappoquin; and Father Denis-Luke O’Hanlon, Mount Melleray Abbey. Dr. Murphy, who was also MC for the event, said Cappoquin Day Care Centre which is based in Shanbally, Cappoquin, opened in 1992. It operates four days a week and serves older people and those living alone in the Cappoquin and greater West Waterford area. “If you know of anyone who would benefit from the service, point them in our direction,” Dr. Murphy told guests. Dr. Murphy has been Chairperson of the committee for 20 years. He expressed thanks to all the staff at the centre; the committee; bus driver John Coughlan; C.E. staff, volunteers and anyone else who have helped at the centre and provided dedication and service over the past 26 years. Dr. Murphy said that the old bus was worn out and had to be replaced. He praised the efforts by Friends of the Day Care Centre

Cappoquin Day Care Centre’s new 182-registered bus, which was unveiled and blessed at a ceremony held last week. and the generosity of the local community and donation received from Cappoquin Community Development Company. Cllr. John Pratt, Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Council, said it was a great day for the users of the Day Care Centre, and he was delighted to be part of the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the centre and to chat with the users of the facility. Cllr. Pratt commended the

John McGrath (left) Treasurer of Cappoquin Community Development Company presents a cheque for €15,000 to Dr. Ben Murphy, (right) Chairperson of Cappoquin Day Care Centre Committee. Included are John Coughlan, driver of the bus and Cllr. John Pratt, Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Council.

committee and staff for their hard work at the Day Care Centre and for enabling the delivery of a new bus for the centre users and urged them to keep up the good work. Cllr. Pratt outlined the importance of the Day Care Centre in West Waterford, pointing out that rural isolation can be very tough on people who live alone. “There could be people out there who don’t meet others from one end of the week to the next, except maybe for the post-

man, so this centre provides people with somewhere to go and to have contact with other people,” Cllr. Pratt said, adding that it was important that we look after older people in the community. Mayor Declan Doocey said it was an honour for him to be present at the ceremony for the new bus and complimented the staff and committee at the Day Care Centre “for all the wonderful work they do”. He also outlined the importance of social contact for people

living in rural isolation and how Cappoquin Day Care Centre combats that isolation. “This is a wonderful facility and I wish the Centre continued success into the future. It is a facility that many of us will need into the future,” Mayor Doocey said, urging more people to join Cappoquin Day Care Centre. Members of the Day Care Centre and guests continued the celebrations afterwards with a delicious cake and plenty of tea and refreshments.

Conor O’Keeffe of Cavanagh’s, Fermoy hands over the keys to the new bus to John Coughlan, bus driver for Cappoquin Day Care Centre.

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CHRISTMAS IN ARDMORE CREATIVE GIFT FAIR EVERYDAY TO CHRISTMAS EVE John McGrath, Treasurer of Cappoquin Community Development Company presents a cheque for €15,000 to Dr. Ben Murphy, Chairperson of Cappoquin Day Care Centre Committee. Included are members of Cappoquin Day Care Centre, Friends of the Day Care Centre, members of Cappoquin Community Development Company; family, friends and guests who attended the unveiling and blessing of the new bus last week.

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LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS 2018 Pictured above: the celebratory cake. Pictured left: Very Reverend Father Robert Arthure, AP, Cappoquin, blessing the new bus. Looking on are: John Coughlan, bus driver; Father Denis-Luke O’Hanlon, Mount Melleray Abbey; and a large crowd of family, friends, and members of the local community, along with Day Care Centre users and staff members; Friends of the Day Care Centre, and members of Cappoquin Community Development Company.

Flooding on Ardmore Road a danger spot - Whelan LOCAL Sinn Féín Councillor, Siobhán Whelan has highlighted a problem of flooding near a bad bend on the Ardmore Road at Curragh Cross. Councillor Whelan visited the area in response to local residents and road users who contacted her recently about the issue. “I’m very pleased the area engineer, Josephine McGrath, has said she will look at the problem and hopefully resolve it quickly because it’s especially hazardous

being so close to a bend. After only a small amount of rainfall, the road is filling to the white line.” explained Cllr Whelan, continuing; “Being at a bend, it could prove to be very dangerous if a car pulled out to avoid the flood and another vehicle was coming against them. “The Council have been very pro-active in sorting out problem flood areas so I’m hopeful this will be resolved soon, especially before any heavier rain arrives.”

DUNGARVAN LIONS CLUB invites Applications from individuals and families living in West Waterford who feel that they need help and would like to receive a Christmas Voucher As a Lions Club we are very aware that, apart from the people that we have traditionally helped, there has been a substantial increase in recent years in the number of people experiencing hardship, coping with difficult circumstances and struggling financially to make ends meet. We would encourage and welcome applications for assistance where a genuine individual or family need exists. If you feel that you need help this Christmas and would like to receive a Lions Club Christmas Voucher, please send your APPLICATION* in writing to : CHRISTMAS APPEAL, P.O. BOX 600, DUNGARVAN POST OFFICE or Email: dungarvanlionsclub@gmail.com Applications should include the following information : • your name and address • contact telephone number • details about your particular circumstances which you believe will be helpful to us in assessing the level of assistance we can provide (we always seek to distribute available funds in the West Waterford area to optimum effect). By making an application in response to this advertisement you agree that Dungarvan Lions Club is entitled to retain your personal data in compliance with the requirements of GDPR. Our GDPR policy may be viewed on our website

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Dungarvan Observer Local Councillor Siobhán Whelan at Curragh Cross, near Ardmore, to highlight the problem of flooding in the area.

CHAMBER COFFEE CATCH UP AT DUNGARVAN NISSAN

John C Flood, Dungarvan Nissan; Lisa McGrath, AIB Dungarvan; Joe Roche, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Rachel Kinsella, The Park Hotel; Ola Flynn, The Park Hotel; David Dickinson, Waterford Motor Village and Ken Dickinson, Dungarvan Nissan, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

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Eddie Fitzgerald, Dungarvan Nissan and John White, JBW Accountants pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Brian Enright, Eurospar; Martin Ryan, Permanent TSB and John C Flood, Dungarvan Nissan pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Trish Curran, Dungarvan Nissan and Jerardine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Declan Enright, Eurospar; Simon Moloney, Pat Moloney Furniture and Michael Moore, Moore Financial Consultants, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Paul Curran, Comeragh Landscaping and Joe Roche, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Matt Houlihan, Graphic Print & Signs, David Dickinson, Waterford Motor Village and Rachael Kiely, Maurice Kiely Domestic Appliance Repairs pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

David Dickinson, Waterford Motor Village; Eddie Fitzgerald, Dungarvan Nissan; Joe Roche, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; John C Flood, Dungarvan Nissan and Jenny Beresford, CEO Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Rachel Kinsella, The Park Hotel; Joe Roche, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber and Ola Flynn, The Park Hotel, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Eddie Fitzgerald, Dungarvan Nissan; Alan Ryan, Dungarvan Business Centre and George Walsh, AIB Dungarvan, pictured at the Chamber Coffee Catch Up at Dungarvan Nissan in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; We, the Department of Education and Skills, intend to apply for permission at Blackwater Community School, Lismore, Co. Waterford. The development consists of the provision of 160 sq. m. of Photovoltaic panels onto the proposed South-West orientated first floor roof of proposed Extension 1A, as per original development with Grant of Planning Permission dated 15/08/2017, Planning Reference Number 17/331. 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. Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday (excl. public holidays). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions 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 permission. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I, Denis Hassett, intend to apply for planning permission to construct a milking parlour and associated site works at Ashtown Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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IN MEMORIAM MERNIN (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of my mother Mai Mernin, late of Villierstown, who died on 16th November, 1998. R.I.P.

BAILEY (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear mother Margaret Bailey, late of Villierstown, who died on 28th November, 2002. Masses offered. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, You took a part of each of us, The day God called you home. Like falling leaves the years go by, But memories of you will never die, Sunshine passes, shadows fall, But memories of you outlast them all. In the centre of God’s garden, There is someone special there, That someone is our Mother, The best beyond compare. It does not take a special day, For us to think of you, Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up for you. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

–Always remembered by your loving sons Pat and Joe; daughters Maria, Margaret and Ann; daughter-in-law Carmel; sons-in-law John and Pat; grandchildren and great grandchildren.

BURKE (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Alice Burke (nee Grant), late of The Laurels, Touraneena, Ballinamult, who died on 26th November, 2017. In a near and silent graveyard, Not very far from home, The one who worked so hard for us, Is resting at God's will. We miss you from your fireside chair, Your loving smile and gentle air, Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you Mam and always will. But we know you are still with us, Every morning, noon and night, When we are walking down the street And we have you on our minds, We know you're in our footsteps, Only half a step behind. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always there for you. Although we miss you Mam, We know you're not alone, For Daddy and Teresa are up there with you, In the place you now call home.

–Always loved and remembered by your daughters Terrie, Veronica, Alice Marian and Breda; sons Albert and Carthage; sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

DWANE (22nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Eugene Dwane, late of Bawnabraher, The Burgery, Dungarvan, who died on 28th November, 1996. R.I.P. Masses offered. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 2nd December, at 10.00 a.m., in Ballinroad Church. We keep you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

–Sadly missed by your loving wife Mary; son Nicholas; daughter-in-law Carol and baby Jack.

HALLAHAN (2nd anniversary) – We lovingly remember our beautiful Mum, Clare, late of Youghal Road, Dungarvan, whose Second Anniversary occurs on 2nd December.

HICKEY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear twin sister Catherine (Kitty) Hickey, late of Ballinakill, Ballinamult, who died on 3rd December, 2016. R.I.P.

“The day of my Spiritual Awakening, Was the day I saw, And knew I saw, All things in God … … And God in all things.”

MY TWIN SISTER Although we’re not together, The way it used to be, We share a special closeness, That is very dear to me. The memories of the yesteryears, Forever in my mind, With that special trust of love, That only we can find.

–Forever in our hearts, sadly missed and deeply loved … your daughters and sons … Caren, Louise, Audrey, Ronan, Austin, Peter, Cormac, Patrick and Jamie; son and daughters-in-law Paddy, Claire, Tash, Niamh, Keeley and Donna; grandchildren Oisín, Eimear, Conall, Laoise, Ngaru, Áine, Lugh, Jess, Conor, Roan, Jack, Billy, Emma Jane, Malachy, Cormac, Conan, Paudie, Ella, and family and friends at home and abroad … Rest in peace, X. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, 15th December.

FLEMING (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Fleming, late of Creggs, Clashmore, who died on 1st December, 2003.

MORRISSEY (11th and 14th anniversaries) – In loving memory of John and Mary Morrissey, late of Pier View, Ballinacourty, whose 11th and 14th Anniversaries occur at this time. R.I.P.

–Your loving grandchildren Tom, Paul, Grace, Conor, Gary, Mike, Joe, Adele, Emma and Sally.

There is a link, Death cannot sever, Love and remembrance, Last forever.

–Your loving family Bernie, John, Jim, Eileen, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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FOLEY (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of Paddy Foley, late of ‘Ait Aiobinn,’ Ballinamona, Ardmore, who died on 1st December, 2002. You left us with golden memories, Your love is still our guide, Although we cannot see you, You are always by our side.

–Always remembered by Marie; sisters, brother-in-law, nephew, relatives and friends.

HICKEY (2nd anniversary) – Remembering a wise and loving Mother and Nanny, Kitty Hickey, late of Kilbrien, Ballinamult, on the Second Anniversary of her passing. Tonight the stars are gleaming On a lonely, silent grave Where sleeps in dreamless slumber Two we loved but could not save. No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that we bear in silence For those we loved so well. In our home she is fondly remembered Sweet memories cling to her name Those who loved her in life sincerely Still love her in death just the same. We know you are protecting us Kitty, Minding us from the stars above.

–Loved always, Pat, Marie and Áine. Remembrance Mass on Tuesday, 4th December, St. Paul’s, Mullingar.

MERNIN (30th anniversary) – In loving memory of my brother Ned Mernin, R.I.P., late of Villierstown, who died on 11th November, 1988. As down the road of memories, We gently tread today, Our loving thoughts are with you, As life goes on its way. To us you were someone special, Someone kind and true, You will never be forgotten, Because we thought the world of you.

KEATING (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Kevin Keating, late of Briska Lower, Leamybrien, who died on 3rd December, 2015. R.I.P.

–Sadly missed by your loving wife Lenore. Anniversary Mass for Kevin will be celebrated in St. Brigid’s Church, Kilrossanty, on Sunday, 2nd December, at 10.30 a.m.

–Patsy, Anna, Pauline, Judy and Liam.

–Fondly remembered always, Terry, Maureen, Eamonn, Margaret.

–Always remembered, Terry, Maureen, Eamonn, Margaret.

I hold you close within my heart, And there you shall remain, To walk with me throughout my life, Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear Kevin, And thanks for all you’ve done, I pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.

In loving memory of … Our Mam who to us there is no other, We could only have one outstanding Mother, No matter how our lives have changed, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.

––––––––––––––– As we remember Nana Mary today, A little prayer to Jesus we say.

–Always remembered by your twin sister Helen; brother-inlaw Joe and family.

We think of you with love today, But that is nothing new, We thought of you yesterday, And the days before that too. We think of you in silence, As we often speak your name, All we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we will never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts.

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O’CONNOR (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Liam O’Connor, late of Cul Rua, Aglish, and formerly of Walsh Island, Co. Offaly, who died on 2nd December, 2013. Mass offered. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Though absent you are always near, Still loved, still missed, so very much.

–Sadly missed by his wife Maria and sons Mark, Thomas, Matthew, Luke and Andrew and daughter Emily. WALL (13th and 7th anniversaries) – In loving memory of my mother Tess who died on 15th November, 2005, and my father Matt who died on 10th December, 2011, late of Killongford. R.I.P. Along the road to yesterday, That leads me straight to you, Are memories of happy days, Together we once knew.

–Sadly missed by Marian, Jack and family.

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Birthday Remembrance ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † MICHAEL PARKS England and formerly Deelish, Dungarvan

MEAGHER – Loving memories of my very special husband Brendan Meagher, late of ‘The Ballyvera Bar’, Ballysaggart, whose birthday occurs at this time.

MEAGHER – Loving memories of my very special dad Brendan Meagher, late of ‘The Ballyvera Bar’, Ballysaggart, whose birthday occurs at this time.

MISSING YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY HUSBAND I miss the strength you brought me, And the comfort that it gave, And on your birthday it’s so hard, Pretending to be brave. But I’ve found hidden courage, And it helps to see me through, It guides me and protects me, And I know it comes from you. Here on earth we shared a life, As happy as could be, And I never took for granted, All you meant to me. So I shall spend your birthday, Dreaming that you’re here, Helping me to wipe away, Every silent tear.

Dad, on the day you left, I didn’t just lose a father, We lost a dear friend, Companion and mentor. We know the Angels in Heaven, Are also gathered to celebrate you, We miss you so much, Happy birthday Dad.

Dad, it’s your first birthday in Heaven. Within my store of memories, You hold a special place, For no one else can ever be, More cherished in my heart. It’s lonely here without you, I miss you more each day, For life is not the same to me, Since you were called away.

–Missed and loved very much by your son Fergal, Brenda and Dylan, X.

The family and relatives of the late Michael Parks wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with them in their sad bereavement; those who sent Mass cards, letters of sympathy and those who travelled long distances to attend the funeral and burial. A special word of thanks to Fr. Ger Chestnut, P.P.; Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P.; Sacristan, altar servers, gravediggers, Dina Walsh for the beautiful music and Drohan Funeral Directors. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 1st December, 2018, at 7.30 p.m. in St. Anne’s Church, Colligan.

–Love always, Vincent, Jean, Shane, Brian, Erin, Rena, Ava and Darragh, X.

–Gone but never forgotten, your true love Eileen, XX.

MEAGHER – Loving memories of my very special dad Brendan Meagher, late of ‘The Ballyvera Bar’, Ballysaggart, whose birthday occurs at this time.

MEAGHER – Loving memories of my very special dad Brendan Meagher, late of ‘The Ballyvera Bar’, Ballysaggart, whose birthday occurs at this time. My heart still aches in sadness, My silent tears still flow, For what it meant to lose you, No one will ever know. Although you can’t be here with me, We’re truly not apart, Until the final breath I take, You’ll be living in my heart. Dearest Dad to hear your voice, And see your smile, And just to sit and talk to you, Would be my dearest wish today, On this your birthday. DAD Thinking of you today and always, I will love you forever, XXX

Remembering you today Dad, On your birthday. You’ll never be forgotten Dad, And now your birthday’s here, I’ll place some flowers where you lay, And shed more than a tear. I’ll whisper “Happy Birthday Dad,” And ask the Lord above, To kiss you gently on your cheek, And give you all my love. Never more than, A thought away.

–Love always, Adrian, Dianne, Elaine, Shane, Darren, Anna, Jake, Emily, Katie and Niamh, X.

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Dad, on your birthday … What would I give to clasp his hand, His happy face to see, To hear his voice and see his smile, That meant so much to me. The rolling stream of life rolls on, But still the vacant chair, Recalls the love, the voice, the smile, Of my Dad who once sat there.

–Love always, Matty, Tina, Molly and Iarlaith, X.

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Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrates 70 Years

Photographs by Dan McGrath

Sean Murphy, Patricia Murray, James Healy (National President of Macra na Feirme), John Hobbs and Kieran Foley (MC).

KILMACTHOMAS Macra na Feirme club celebrated its 70th anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday November 17th. Current members and former members from down through the decades were joined by many well-wishers and supporters to mark this momentous occasion. Since its establishment, the club has contributed greatly to community life in the area and members have enjoyed great success in national Macra na Feirme competitions. The night opened with MC Kieran Foley welcoming guests to the special function. In a poignant speech, former member Quan Butler then paid tribute to his

friend the late Paddy Drohan whose recent tragic death shocked and saddened the local community. Paddy was a member of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme for many years and was part of the club’s team that won an AllIreland Macra Drama title in 1995. A minute’s silence was held to remember Paddy and all deceased members of the club. During a sumptuous meal, guests rejoiced in the wonderful exploits of the Irish rugby team who beat the All Blacks – creating another reason for all to celebrate. In his after dinner address, National President of Macra na Feirme James Healy praised the Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme club and all who have been

associated with the club down through the years. He spoke of the club’s many strengths and paid tribute to all those who have contributed to its success. Current Chairperson of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Shane Fitzgerald outlined some of the current activities of the club. He spoke of the important role which the club continues to play in local community life and outlined his vision for the coming year. Kieran Foley then conducted a panel discussion with three former members who shared experiences of their time with the club. Sean Murphy, Patricia Murray and John Hobbs delighted guests with their

humorous stories. All three spoke of how their involvement with the club has enriched their lives in many different ways. Chairperson of the 70th Anniversary Committee Mark Hayes paid tribute to all involved in organising the night and expressed his hope that the Kilmacthomas club would continue to go from strength to strength. The ballroom was then invaded by the late arrival of Killian ‘Shania’ Power and Pat ‘Nora’ Dunphy. Roars of laughter ensued as Nora attempted to find a suitable young man to marry her darling daughter Shania. Both Killian and Pat are former members of the Kilmacthomas club and have enjoyed great success within performing

arts competitions in Macra na Feirme. Guests then danced the night away to the music of ‘The Bottle Brothers’ who put on a fantastic show and enthusiastically interacted with guests. The committee behind this hugely successful event wishes to thank all those who provided support in any way. A special commemorative booklet was produced and the committee members are extremely grateful to all who purchased advertisments in this souvenir booklet. Thank you also to all businesses who donated prizes for the night’s raffle and to all at The Park Hotel for their hospitality. All involved with Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme look forward to a bright future and many more years of success.

John Cummins (President of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme), Michael Harney (former member), James Healy (National President of Macra na Feirme) and Shane Fitzgerald (Chairperson of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme).

Sadie and Maurice Walsh, Mary and Joe Flynn and Sean Queally.

Pat and Patricia Murray with Michael Harney. Ann Tobin and Pauline Dowdall.

Elaine and Quan Butler.

Bernie Queally, Brid Dunphy, Siobhan Keane and Ann Foran.

Kieran Foley (MC), Shane Fitzgerald (Chairperson of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme), James Healy (National President of Macra na Feirme), Mark Hayes (Chairperson of 70th Anniversary Committee) and John Cummins (President of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme). Maria Kiersey and Cathy Mannix. Evan Stanley and Heather Huston.

Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme 70th Anniversary Committee. Back row l-r: James Dowdall, Denis Hassett, Shane Fitzgerald (Club Chairperson), Ivan Kiersey, Mark Hayes (Committee Chairperson) and Kieran Foley (MC). Front row lr: Nora O’Grady, Kiva Stanley, James Healy (National President of Macra na Feirme), Cora Lonergan and Darren Walsh.

Kiva Stanley and Alma Cummins.

Heidi Schnittger and David Kiersey.

Sinead O’Sullivan and Catriona O’Sullivan.

Hazel Hallahan and Sinead Kelly.

Pierce and Mary Casey, Síle and Sean Murphy.

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

Ballymacarbry IFA Annual General Meeting BALLYMACARBRY IFA will hold their Annual General Meeting in Doocey’s Bar, Ballymacarbry on Wednesday, 5th December at 8.00 p.m. sharp. All are welcome. Speakers will attend.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns DUNGARVAN’S Tidy Towns were delighted to give a helping hand at the Dungarvan Aglow activities last Saturday as Dungarvan's first ever Children's Tractor Run took place on Main Street. With the excitement and feedback from all the kids, parents and all the helpers it was a great success which we anticipate will increase massively next year! It is this time of year where Dungarvan Tidy Towns start planning and working on a strategy to get organised for 2019, so we will take a break from litter picking for a few weeks. We would like to extend a huge thanks to all our volunteers throughout the year for the tremendous work they have done and being part of the Entente Florale Awards and Tidy Town Competition this year, it couldn’t have happened so successfully without you. We want to wish you and your families an amazing and happy Christmas and we hope Santa brings you all something nice. We will be back again in the new year raring to go and hope you will all join us again for a fun filled year of new friends, fun and much more.

St. John’s Special School Mini Lotto Results RESULTS for Thursday, 22nd November – Numbers drawn were 15, 23, 26. There was no winner of our €200 Jackpot this week. €20 Lucky Dip Winners: Mary Whelan, Kilmacthomas; Eileen Martin, Kilmacthomas; Ger Flavin, Ballinameela. Next week's jackpot will be €250. Tickets are €2 and available from Amber, The Country Store, Hallahan's Pharmacy, McGrath's Newsagents, Forde's Spar in Tallow, Conna Post Office and Deckies Bar in Modeligo. Thanks again to everyone for your continued support!

Advent Craft Fair Castle Street, Carrick-on-Suir SUNDAY, 2nd December 2018 at 2.00 p.m. – It is that time of year again when we proudly offer for sale the produce of our workshops. We have been working industriously towards this opportunity to showcase and sell our products. There are some interesting new products. On sale will be rugs, scarves, oven gloves and other items from the weaving workshop. Also a selection of mosaics, pottery and various craft items from the art workshop. A cake stall will have a good selection of cakes, preserves and seasonal produce. Teas will also be served. Looking forward to seeing you all on the 2nd December, 2018.

County Waterford Beekeepers’ Association WINTER bees are a hardy breed.Those bees born at the end of the beekeeping year, that is in Autumn have to go on living throughout the winter and well into Spring. This is very unlike the living conditions for honey season bees who have a much shorter lifespan, spending roughly three weeks in hive duties (such as nurse bees, cleaners, receivers of nectar) and the remaining three weeks as foragers.The latter is a specialised task with the vast majority as nectar collecters and the sizeable minority as pollen gatherers. This regime is determined by the colony and is expressed in the egg laying performance of the Queen. Bee numbers are highest at the peak of the season in June and lowest in winter but they must remain a viable number throughout the cold months. In order to survive the colony must have enough food. Now as most of us know and appreciate bee colonies are unique in that they produce a surplus. A certain amount of the

honey crop is harvested by the beekeeper and the colony is usually fed sugar syrup in exchange. However, things don’t stop there. From the end of September until now there has been an abundence of ivy pollen and nectar entering the hives. There have been many days when the activity at the hive entrance has been just as busy as in Summer and in many cases we have had to add “supers” (extra boxes) to contain all of this reserve. Amongst beekeepers there are mixed feelings about ivy honey. One of the properties of this honey is that it crystallises very quickly and becomes rock hard in the hive.When it comes to the time for it to be used as food is therefore very difficult to break down and requires much energy and indeed water to dilute. If there is insufficient room in the hive for honey storage the Queen can find herself in a position of having nowhere to lay, which could lead to a disaster later in the year. On the positive

side ivy honey has been found to have unusual healing properties particularly for throat complaints and has been available for sale in recent years, as they say, in all good food outlets. Of course, there are other sources of forage at these times but none as abundent as ivy. From November onwards winter heliotrope provides an abundance of fragrant flowers which will attract great numbers of bees in sheltered and sunny spots. Despite the overcast and wet conditions of the last few weeks there are bound to be bursts of sunshine every now and again and this is all it takes to activate the bees. There are in fact very few days throughout the year when there are no bees flying. Some while ago a beekeeper and farmer in Co. Down counter over 270 days in which bees were flying and in the sunny south east we can even expect it to be more. Ideally what beekeepers would like would be a short, sharp winter lasting until Spring and good

weather from then on. But we rarely get what we want. In really cold conditions bees form a cluster the size of a football or bigger and move around the hive en masse. The temperature at the centre of this cluster will be higher than at the outside for there will still be brood rearing going on. In such condition the bees are not very active and so food consumption is low.This could go on for months if only the weather would hold, but if course it never does. There will always be periods of mild weather and on such sunny days bees will be seen leaving the hive and building up an appetite. Flying may be good excercise but it does bring on food consumption. The Association will be holding our AGM om Thursday, 29th November at 20.00 in The Park Hotel when members and others are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served and there should be a great opportunity to get together and talk bees afterwards. jasclaxton@gmail.com

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KILL SOCIAL DANCING Social Dancing continues every Tuesday night in Kill Community Centre from 9.00 p.m. to 11.30 p.m. On Tuesday, November 27th, "Checkers" provide the music and on Tuesday, December 4th, Gerry Walsh and "Dallas" take to the stage. The admission of €10 includes refreshments. See you there. TWO TONNES OF THANK YOU A huge thank you from Kill National School's Parents Association who raised a massive €646 from 2,152 kg worth of your clothes, shoes, handbags and belts donated from all corners of the parish recently. Not only did we fill the van but also the front passenger seat and there was still surplus that had to be stored in Kill Action & Alert Group's shed (thank you!!) for collection later. As some of you may have heard on Joe Duffy's Liveline, the company we normally use has closed. We are now working with Dollytextiling from Kildare who not only benefit our school but also Barretstown Camp for children with serious illnesses. We have already received bags for our next collection which we hope to take place in February so please keep yours for us or contact Grace at 086-3289212 if can't store until then. This fundraiser goes a very long way towards reducing the costs of activities for the pupils and towards our new book rental scheme as well as saving "stuff" from landfill - it's a win-win all around! SINCERE SYMPATHIES It is with great sadness that we record the passing of Pat Whelan, Knockmahon, Bonmahon. Our thoughts and prayers are with the

entire family at this sad time. May he rest in peace. CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CHOIR Our final practice before the BIG DAY will be Wednesday, November 28th from 3.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., all ages welcome but don't worry if you can't make it, feel free to come and jingle with us on Saturday, December 1st at 6.00 p.m. at the Village Tree & Crib. COMMEMORATIVE BOWS Commemorative bows are now on sale in all local outlets in Kill Village for just €2. Just put the name of your loved one on a bow - all those purchased before 1st December will be used to decorate the Village Christmas Tree, those purchased afterwards may be placed on the tree by your good selves. All funds raised will be used to cover costs of Kill Action & Alert Groups Complimentary Meal for our Senior Residents. LINE DANCING Wednesday morning is Line dancing morning. The class takes place from 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon with Nina, followed by tea scones and chat. Why not drop along for this lovely social morning? CHRISTMAS IN KILL SLEIGH BELLS RING, ARE YOU LISTENING: Kill Action & Alert Group have conspired, as they dream by the fire, with everyone's aid, the plans that they've made to create a Winter Wonderland. (Bet you'll be singing that song for the day!) With the help of so many, especially Kill GAA Club who provide the power for our lighting, we will welcome all in the Kill area to the Village Tree & Crib Blessing with Fr. Keogh PP at

6.00 p.m. on Saturday, December 1st followed by a visit from You Know Ho-Ho-Ho, music from the brilliant DJ Tyrone and refreshments from Dunphy's Bar and Pisces Restaurant at Kirwan's Bar. This will be followed with Carolling from the Community Choir led by the brilliant Brendan McCarthy. Then please join together as a Community and celebrate the Season of Goodwill with Kill Community Centre for more music, laughter and a mince pie from Happy Days! We are honoured that both Messrs Martin Kennedy and Tom Power have kindly accepted Kill Action & Alert Group's invitation to be their special guests on the evening and will turn on the lights for our Village Tree after the Blessing of the Crib. Both gentlemen are such fantastic ambassadors of and for the Kill area and have always promoted strong community involvement both in action and in the written word. Please check out Tom's most recent work on YouTube (search Copper Coast Poetry), a promotional video with Rose Butler, and Martin's new publication "WE HAD A BALL - Matches, Music and Memories" , now available in Happy Days. CHRISTMAS MEAL Kill Action & Alert Group's Complimentary Christmas Meal for Senior Residents from the Kill area will take place in Kill Community Centre on Saturday, December 8th at 5.00 p.m. with the well wishes of Pisces Restaurant at Kirwan's Bar staff and music from Reunited. This event has been part funded by Waterford Area Partnership. To ensure you and/or your family

member will receive their invitation, please contact Marie at 0868385928. KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's lotto draw held in Dunphy's , there was no winner of the lotto jackpot worth €10,000. However, on the night, we had four match 3 winning tickets who each win €25. The four winning tickets belong to John Mulcahy, Emma Gallagher, Darragh Murphy and Niall Murphy. The numbers drawn were 8, 11, 14 and 23. The lotto draw was sponsored by Jones Oil. BINGO The next Bingo night in Kill Community Centre is scheduled for this Thursday, November 29th at 8.00 p.m. A raffle is available on the night, a fantastic Jackpot up for grabs and refreshments are served. The shop will also be available. THE GIFT OF MUSIC Would you like to learn something new or give the gift of music this Christmas then contact Michael on 087-9050190 for more information on vouchers or to book in a space for January. New adult classes are now running on Saturday mornings at 9.30 a.m. and all are welcome. Please book in advance.

Pictured at the official opening of the Waterford Crafts Christmas Craft Fair which took place on Sunday, 25th November at the Garter Lane Arts Centre is Gary Cowman, Copper Coast Woodcrafts. [Noel Browne]

BONMAHON KILL AND BONMAHON CARDIAC FIRST RESPONSE GROUP An information evening will be held this Thursday, November 29th at 7.30 p.m. in Kill Community Centre. This information night is for all who are considering to become part of the Cardiac First Response Team which serves Kill, Bonmahon and parts of Dunhill on call by the National Ambulance Service on a 24/7 basis. Whether you are trained already or need training, please note there is no obligation, you can just come along for information or for a chat. For further information, please contact us on 087-4133522. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn in the recent lotto draw were 16, 18, 14 and 30. We had no Jackpot or Match 3 winners. Our 2 Lucky dips who receive €50 each were Albert Kearns and Richie Walsh. Our next Jackpot stands at a fantastic €11,950.

COPPER COAST GEOPARK CHRISTMAS FAIR Our popular Christmas Fair returns this year with over 15 exhibitors each day offering high quality art, craft, books, gifts, accessories, homeware and home baking. The fair will take place on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd of December at the Copper Cost Geopark visitor centre, Bunmahon from 11.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. and admission is free. Tea and coffee will be served in our Café with delicious cakes from the Fair. The Copper Coast Geopark will also run a raffle to support the Geopark in its ongoing work. Also this December, Bonmahon Tidy Town's Fundraiser takes place on Friday, December 7th, a Christmas Paper Craft Workshop on Saturday, December 15th and Richie Power will take the stage for a concert on Sunday, December 16th. Please see our website www.coppercoastgeopark.com for full details.

The Mandolin Player She offered at evening’s altar, A symphony of soft-strummed strings, That made my spellbound footsteps falter, With the magic that music brings. Through the city’s concrete castles, Like dust was the melody blown, Where ‘twas captured among the cobbles, Memory’s fairest flowers have grown.

Some of the 2152kg of old clothes, shoes, handbags and belts that bagged Kill NS €646!

Ciara McCarthy, Chair of Kill NS Parent’s Association helping to load the van!

I stood there awhile enchanted, In the gradual gathering gloom, The mean street where I stood was supplanted, By a riot of roses in bloom. John Daly

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STRADBALLY THE GREAT WAR HISTORY TALK A History talk, on personnel from the Comeragh District who fought in the 1st World War will be held in the Coach House, Kilmacthomas on Thursday, 6th December 8.00 p.m. Sean and Sheila Murphy are the guest speakers, and we also intend to have family members with a direct link to the Great War give their story. Organised by Kilmacthomas History Club. CHRISTMAS FAIR Stradbally Market will hold its Annual Christmas Fair in the Cove Bar on Thursday, 6th December, 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. Locally produced Cards, Baking,

Calendar, Jewellery, Sweets, Kindling (new to the market and getting more popular.) Fresh fruit and vegetables. The weekly Market itself while it has to have a commercial element, it also has an important social outlet for many people who come to the Market regularly, meet friends, old and new, cup of tea/coffee and a chat, long may it last. Hope you can support the Christmas Market in the Cove Bar Thursday, 6th December 7.00 p.m. CLOTHES COLLECTION Barron Hall monthly recycable clothes collection Saturday, 1st December. Doors open from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. We

appreciate your support. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Christmas party on Sunday, 2nd December, food, music and dance, a special exhibition from the talented Stagecoach Drama group, these are a group of talented young and local people who are also performing a Musical show in the Barron Hall 5th, 6th and 7th December. ADVICE CLINIC Cllr Ray Murphy will hold his Monthly Clinic in the Barron Hall on Saturday, 1st December, 12.15 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month. No appointment necessary.

River Tay enters Stradbally Cove.

River Basin Management Plan 2018-2021

Pictured is Alanna Hurley, Stradbally who received an Advanced Beauty Theraphy L6 Certificate at the recent WCFE Graduations. Also included is Michelle Hurley. [John Power]

RIVER Tay Priority Area for Action, (photo courtesy of Richard Cutbill) taken from Stradbally Cove during the summer drought. The "River Basin Management Plan 2018-2021" launched in April 2018 by the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy. "Every six years, Ireland produces a plan for how we are going to protect and restore the quality of all our watersrivers, lakes, groundwaters, estuaries and coastal waters. To develop a plan, we need to understand what is happening within our catchments, a process called characterisation. Simply put, characterisation means finding out where the problems are, what is causing them and why, and how to fix them,....It is key principle for this cycle that we target the right measures for the right place." The Plan sets out a national approach to protecting Ireland's water bodies over the next four years, outlining key action areas such as Agriculture,Waste Water treatment, and its aim is to improve water quality. An open meeting was held in St. Bridget's Hall, Kilrossanty last week, organised by Ruth Hennessy of The Local Authority Waters Programme Catchment Assessment team. It was very informative and educational. We were informed that the River Tay is one of the rivers “At Risk”. Work, based on science and local knowledge is commencing on the higher end of the River Tay, in the Comeragh area. The River Tay needs your support, it is an important river in County Waterford because of the drinking water, tourism and recreational services. Like many rivers in Ireland however, it has recently experienced a decline in water quality, in this case from the highest water quality ranking (known as High Status) to a lower water quality status. Anything that impacts the river quality will impact the use and service that it supports (including rare species). High status waterbodies not only

have the highest water quality, they also support a range of water quality sensitive species such as Atlantic salmon, brown trout and Freshwater Pearl Mussels. Tourism in Ireland for Atlantic salmon, brown trout is estimated to be worth €120m annually. In addition, the water quality of our beaches (such as Stradbally) are highly dependent on the cleanliness of the rivers that flow into them, e.g. River Tay. The reasons this river (Tay) was prioritised for attention in the River basin Management Plan 2018-2021 for the following reasons: 1. Water quality has dropped from its previous High Status 2. Presence of Freshwater Pearl Mussel 3. Flows into an important sea bass fishery 4. flows into a popular bathing area (Stradbally). If you would like to get involved in the management of the River Tay and its catchment (or other rivers in Waterford please visit http://watersandcommunities.ie/ or contact Ruth Hennessy, Catchment Manager on 085-8030164 or rhennessy@lawaters.ie; Fran Igoe, Community Water Officer on 087-4114206 or figoe@lawaters.ie. Another important part of the River Basin Management Plan 2018-2021 is the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme. It will work under Teagasc and Dairy Co-Ops. The advisory will work on a one to one basis with farmers to bring about behavioural change through improved agricultural practices in areas which have identified pressure on water bodies. It is best if you want further information contact www.catchments.ie "Water is of fundamental importance to life and our natural environment. Directly or indirectly it affects all aspects of life". Source: River Basin management Plan 20182021. Tom Hickey.

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ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS YOUTH LEADERS I was delighted to receive the following message for publication because I think there is a real gap in our community for a youth group, so hopefully some young or not so young parents will take up the invite: Foróige Ardmore are now recruiting new volunteer leaders for the development of a brand new Ardmore Foróige Youth Club. Foróige Ardmore require four new volunteer leaders who will be available for two hours a week during the school term. Foróige Club Development Officer, Mark O'Dwyer, will be in St. Declan's Hall, Ardmore on Wednesday the 28th of November at 8pm for an information session on how you can become a Foróige Volunteer Leader and what being Leader involves. If you have any questions or need more information prior to the information evening, feel free to contact Mark O'Dwyer on 0867791741 or by e-mail at mark.odwyer@foroige.ie ARDMORE PLAYERS Congratulations to The Ardmore Players on their wonderful presentation of ‘Nobodys Talking to me’. Once again all three nights were sold out well in advance as drama enthusiast from all over flocked to Ardmore for this wonderful presentation. The cast, committee and crew have dedicated months of their time to this and it’s great to see the success at the end of it. SPLIT THE POT Well done to Anthony O’Brien who won €231 in the Split the Pot last week. The Ardmore National School Parents Association also received €231. Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participat-

ing businesses in the village. Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the businesses who sell and keep the envelopes for us. “SPLIT THE POT” CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Don’t forget to diary the big celebration on Friday Dec 7th when we hope everybody will join us for a Christmas Party night to celebrate in the Round Tower Hotel Ardmore from 10 PM. On the night there will be a DJ and finger food, kindly sponsored by Aidan and Trish in the Round Tower Hotel.We will also have a very special extra draw on the night for those in attendance where “All the Pot” will be won for a change. We would love to see all our supporters, collectors, winners, parents, friends and business people on the night. POKER AT ROUND TOWER HOTEL It was a double game night again at The Round Tower last Wednesday and this time Redmond Foley bounced back to form with a win in the first one from Catherine Mansfield and Jerome Curran. However the home team dominated the second game with father and son James & Nathan Bryan in 1st & 2nd and Billy Harty 3rd. PROGRESSIVE 45 AT KEEVERS New partnership Liz Griffin & John Prendergast tied with seasoned campaigners Tom Power & Michael O’Reilly for the winners prize last week with Martin & Laurence Keevers in a 4 way tie for 3rd place with Gerry O’Brien & Des Fitzgerald, Pat O’Connor & New and Terri McGrath & Anne Hally. Pat Prendergast & Jerome Curran were best of the last 5 and John Cronin & James Flavin won the last game.

Ardmore/Grange Community Alert THE AGM of the Ardmore/Grange Community Alert will take place in the ICA Hall on Thursday next, 29th November at 8.30 p.m. This is an open meeting and all residents of the Area are welcome to attend. The agenda will include the following: Election of Officers for 2019; Garda report by Garda Colm O’Callaghan; Operation of Garda text alert. Please note that An Garda Siochana will be holding a District Policing Meeting in St. Declan’s Hall at 12.00 noon on Thursday, 13th December. This meeting will be attended by Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne, Waterford and Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan. All are invited to attend and matters relating to crime, security and safety can be raised.

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FINAL PUSH IN SHED FOR DUNGARVAN AGLOW 2018 Well the preparations continue and we are nearly there. Nicky Sheehan has a few more days left this week for cutting out and decorating all the trees, elves, reindeer and Santas before they are transported by Terra Nua for display in Santa’s Garden adjacent to the Civic Offices which will be opened this weekend. This work began in September and during the three months many people have contributed to making the furniture. We had helpers from GSK, volunteers on site from other classes and of course our own members working hard to ensure we have the best ever display this year in Santa’s Garden. Well done and thanks to all Santa’s helpers at the Shed working together for the community! ART FOR FUN CONTINUES WITH COLOURFUL PAINTING AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF EXHIBITION IN DUNGARVAN DAY CENTRE ON DECEMBER 5th Chris Heaphy tells me that there is only one week before members of the Shed join forces with members of Dungarvan Day Centre to launch their collective exhibition of Artwork which is being directed by Chris who is our Artist in residence. We are looking forward with excitement to Wednesday, 5th December, 2018 at 1.30 p.m. when their exhibition goes on show at the Dungarvan Day Centre. The event will be opened by Cllr Declan Doocey, Mayor of Waterford City and County. Hopefully our community will come out in force to admire the wonderful work of the artists and to encourage the development of the creative skills of the members of the Shed and Day Centre on December 5th. Admission is free, so is the tea, coffee and biscuits generously sponsored by David Walsh Office Supplies, Main Street, Dungarvan. DUNGARVAN AND WEST WATERFORD ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR On Sunday 25th November the Shed took part in the Arts and Craft Fair held in the Park Hotel which was organised by Sarah Norris who has her own craft enterprise. Oliver Whelan, Adrian O’Driscoll and Nicky Sheehan displayed products made in the

Oliver, Nicky and Adrian proudly displaying items ready for the recent Dungarvan and West Waterford Arts and Craft Fair. Shed such as Fairy Doors, Christmas Cribs, Dolls Cots and other products which were made in the Shed. The public were very generous towards the Shed and contributed quite an amount in recognition of our good work. A raffle was held and well supported. The winner of the Doll’s cradle was Billy Phelan. Thanks to everybody who supported us during the day and for your kind words about our work in the community. ABOUT THE SHED You are very welcome to call in to the Shed at Wolfe Tone Road to see what we are about. We are open from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Monday-Friday and Thursday night from 7-9ish. Contact Oliver Whelan at (089) 4026872 for further information. Follow us on Facebook at Dungarvan Men’s Shed.

Display at Art and Craft.

Tom O’Brien, Clonea Power is happy to help out with painting of Reindeer for Dungarvan Aglow as part of his practical training with the ETB.

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LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns THE Lismore Tidy Towns CE team managed to get a lot of outdoor work done in the past week. As we have reduced the use of herbicides on beds over the past few years Jim and Gordon on their work days are constantly checking planted areas for weed growth even at this stage of year with the aim of reducing the amount of weeding to be done later on in the year. So over the past week the large rose bed at Derek Dowd's was weeded and the two planted areas at the entrance to Beechgrove housing estate was also tidied up. Weeding was also carried out at the Community Herb Garden at the front of St. Carthage's Cathedral. Leaves were swept off the Deanery Hill to make it safer for people who use this path when out walking. It is great to see a Lismore Social and Economic Community Group being formed. Lismore Tidy Towns are pleased to be associated with this and have been involved since the idea was first put into the public domain. At a recent public meeting facilitated by Ms. Siobhan Hubbard Community Development Worker- Social Community and Activation Programme Empowering Communities & Volunteering Waterford Area Partnership people at this meeting volunteered to be part of a steering committee for this new community group. This new committee will meet for the first time in January 2019. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Help reduce HOUSEHOLD WASTE for Christmas 2018 by using one or more of the following tips:

One of Lismore's new cycle racks in situ at Main Street Lismore. • COMPOST WASTE FOOD - it is the time of the year when some of us eat and drink excessively. To avoid food waste, plan meals carefully beforehand and err on the size of less rather than more. Check online for recipes using leftover foods. Even after this if there is food waste make good use of a compost bin or area for uncooked food waste - DO NOT place cooked food in a compost bin or area as it could attract vermin • RECYCLE USED CARDBOARD & WRAPPING PAPER - flatten boxes down as much as possible and make sure that any plastic inserts are removed. Be aware that a lot of Christmas gift wrap is not recyclable namely foil and glitter paper and should go into your

grey bin. Do the scrunch test for wrapping paper - scrunch the paper up, if it does scrunch up it can be recycled and if it does not then it goes into general waste. • GET CREATIVE & REUSE - save any Christmas cards that you receive this year. Cut the front or part of the front into gift tags to be used in the future thus giving a unique and creative accent to your wrapping. Used wrapping paper, gift tags and cards can also be upcycled into Christmas decorations like hanging tree ornaments or garlands. • RECYCLE PLASTIC check the bottom of plastic containers for a recycling symbol usually a triangle with the number 1 or 2 inside. Rinse it out and squash it to save spacc.

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LISMORE DRAMATIC SOCIETY “Pull The Other One” a wonderful success! BOOK NOW FOR FINAL SHOWS! LISMORE Dramatic Society’s production of Norman Robbins' play 'Pull The Other One! was on stage last weekend and was a wonderful success with patrons treated to some great comedy moments, so if you want a great night's entertainment book now for the final four performances from Thursday to Sunday next! It's a great comedy for all! This play provides all drama patrons with a wonderful night of laughter and comedy! The two-act comedy directed by James Lenane is a great night of theatre not to be missed. An experienced cast has been going through their paces in rehearsals to bring you this great comedy so book now and reserve your tickets for what will be a wonderful night of comedy in Lismore! The action centres around Albert Perkins who is blessed with a loving wife, Muriel and cursed with a fearsome mother-in-law, Boadicea (names after the Queen who defeated the Romans). When his friend Hilary Armitage writes to him reminiscing about the good times they used to have, Boadicea reads the letter and determines to remove her daughter instantly from the clutches of this evil man! Further disasters are in store when Hilary, anxious to make amends for the trouble he has caused, tries to help Albert out of awkward situations. The experienced and well known faces of Martin Murphy, Julie Landers, Amy

O’Regan, Jimmy Dee, are well supported by the equally talented Megan HarperSmith, Kevin Roche and Edward Lynch in this production. They take to the stage in the Courthouse Theatre again this weekend from Thursday, 29th November to Sunday, 2nd December. Booking and tickets at Lismore Heritage Centre 058-54975 and 0857714828 6.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Admission €12; Students €6. A great night of comedy for all!!

Martin Murphy and Julie Landers on stage in “Pull The Other One” at the Courthouse Theatre at the weekend.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart SPORTS people build their lives around cups and leagues, business people build their lives around income and expenditure, politicians build their lives around elections and us Catholics build our lives around the life of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Saviour.With the season of advent, those four weeks we will consider God's sense of time and our sense of time. God's patience we may half heed but if in real life we pay true attention to the experience of divine waiting we may discover much peace of soul. God's presence is in the ordinary and everyday events of our lives. There is so much love and wisdom there for us as pure gift. We call it the Grace of God. It is pure gift. We may even say that the Grace of God is God's life giving presence for us as unearned gift.Try a little Advent prayer time in your home. SYMPATHY We offer our sympathy to Fr. Liam Power on the death of his mother May. Michael McBride and I did our best in the discerning process for the formation of the 5th Pastoral Council, or Leadership Team. Like in the Acts of the Apostles, if we are to be faithful to Jesus Christ we must seek to be lead and guided by the Holy Spirit. The Spirit is not fear and timidity but power and courage and life. The leadership team is Helen Mangan, Michael Houlihan, Jackie Ryan, Joan Williams, Peggyan

McCann, Marie Doocey, Martina O'Keeffe, Marie Nugent, Tina Meagher, Mary Brackett, Billy Devine, Mike Hale, Sinead Motherway, Jean Meagher, James Bennett, Fr. Michael Cullinan. This is a strong team and with the Spirit to guide us we don't know the future. I am truly grateful to all who were willing to be nominated and who graciously accepted not geting on to the team. I also thank the outgoing members who have stepped down after six years. That is no mean contribution to their parish. I know that they will continue like all the former members of the councils to be willing to use their gift for the good of the parish. We were very honoured by all the families and friends who joined with us on Sat for the vigil Mass where we formally called the names of those who died within the twelve months. We could do it because Jesus Christ is our Universal King. He is our Resurrection and Life. He is eternal Truth. MASS TIMETABLE: Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 1st.December - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 2nd December - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Kevin Roche and Martin Murphy and Jim Dee on stag in “Pull The Other One” at the Courthouse Theatre at the weekend.

Lismore Lismore Senior Citizens Christmas Christmas Party Lights

THE party will be held next Sunday, December 2nd in Lismore Golf Club at 1.00 p.m. Please come along and enjoy an evening of song, dance and Christmas dinner. The committee are looking forward to seeing you all.

WE would like to invite you to the switching on of the Christmas lights on Saturday, 1st December at 7.15 p.m. We will be joined by the Lismore Parish Choir to sing festive songs suitable for the occasion.We will also unveil this year’s crib at the Heritage Centre. So Saturday at 7.15 p.m. on the Main Street, see you there.

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Calling all Swimmers . . .

BALLYDUFF UPPER Christmas Swim

PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Parent & Toddler Group meet at the regular weekly slot of 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. in the Carnegie Centre. Parents, grandparents and childminders are very welcome for a cuppa and a chat. The usual €2 each week will apply. It’d be great to see you there! SOCIAL DANCING Thank you to everyone who supported this month’s Social Dance. Next Dance will be Saturday, 15th December in St. Michael’s Hall at 9.00 p.m. with a festive theme. Music will be by Pat Costello. BINGO Next Bingo in St. Michael’s Hall is on December 7th at 8.30 p.m. with a roll over Jackpot! CARDS Results from 21st November are as follows: 1st - Bob & Mary Allen, Rita Leamy & Ann Geary. Lucky Tables - Bill Leddy & Helen O’Keeffe, Eddie Sheehan & Dan Howard,Tom Feeney & Tom Casey, Joan Hannon & Christy Higgins. Raffle - Finbarr Byrnes, Sean Twomey,Tommy Feeney, Rita Leamy, Sheila Lonergan, Tommy Feeney, Eddie Sheehan, Hugh Collins, Ann Geary, Joan Hannon, Helen Morrissey, Bill Leddy. LOTTO No winner of the local GAA

Lotto of Tuesday, 20th November. The numbers drawn were 2, 9, 13 and 19. Lucky €30 draw winners were: Derek Daly, Liam and Geraldine Power, Connie Corcoran and Daragh Kearney. Results from Tuesday 27th coming from An Síbín next week. Tickets are on sale in St. Michael’s Hall from 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. on weekdays, before Sunday Mass. They are also available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. BALLYDUFF WALKING CLUB The next walk will be on Sunday, 16th December, at Glenshelane Woods at 1.00 p.m. This walk will be led by Anne Marie. All are welcome. CHRISTMAS FAIR Ballyduff Upper Parents’ Association are hosting a Christmas Fair on Sunday, December 9th from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. There will be many stalls available on the day catering for all those last minute Christmas presents. Also Breeda Morgan from Frank Morgan Photography Fermoy will be in attendance to capture your special family photo for only €10. Please book a slot with Louise on 086-1859727. Also we have a Santa phone booth for all the boys and girls to

chat to Santa for just €3 please book in with Louise to secure your time. Lots of homemade baking on the day, tea and coffee and hot chocolate. Free entry. BALLYDUFF UPPER PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION Ballyduff Upper Parents’ Association are hosting a Christmas Fare on Sunday, December 9th from 12.00 noon - 4.00 p.m. There will be many stalls available on the day catering for all those last minute Christmas presents. Also Breeda Morgan from Frank Morgan photography Fermoy will be in attendance to capture your special family photo for only €10 please book a slot with Louise on 086-1859727. Also we have a Santa phone booth for all the boys and girls to chat to Santa for just €3 please book in with Louise to secure your time. Lots of homemade baking on the day, tea & coffee and hot chocolate. Free entry. NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements, congratulations or condolences and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737 by Sunday night each week.

Red House Poets, Lismore THIS Thursday, Nov 29th, sees the launch of “Déise Voices” the new poetry anthology of Waterford writers by Red House Poets, Lismore. Part-funded by Waterford City & County Council, the book will be officially launched by Mayor Councillor Declan Doocey, 6.30 p.m. at Dungarvan Library. Déise Voices is a real labour of love, both for the members of Red House Poets, and for the contributors writing and creating everywhere in the County. It's the first Waterford poetry collection since 2002 and is designed to recognise and support poets living in the rural areas of Waterford. Déise Voices brings together and showcases 44 new, upcoming and internationally-known poets, with a huge variety of poetry styles and subjects. The launch will be great craic, and a chance to hear people of all ages from all over read their work.The book is very attractive, and a handy size for pockets and postage overseas, just in time for Christmas.

THE organising committee of this year’s Christmas Swim are calling on swimmers to take part in this event which takes place at Claycastle in Youghal on December 25th at 12.30 pm. As always the proceeds will go to a very worthy cause, which this year is Pieta House, Shanakiel, Sunday’s Well, Cork. This vital service which receives 85% of its funding from fundraising and donations depend on events like this to enable them to continue to provide the vital service to those who so desperately

need it. In a time where mental health issues are becoming ever more prevalent, the services of Pieta House were never more needed. This service provides 24/7 help and support to those suffering from depression and who may be suicidal. The aim of Pieta house is to support and to be there, their motto “You are not alone” speaks volumes. So if you are willing to come along and swim or even lend your support to those who are taking part please do. Sponsorship cards area available from Tallow Health Centre on 058-56441.

TALLOW TURNING ON OF CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN TALLOW Friday night next, 30th of November sees the turning on of the Christmas Lights in Tallow. Proceedings begin at 6.00 p.m. with the lights being switched on at 7.00 p.m. Get into the Christmas Spirit singing Christmas Carols around the tree. There will be sweets, treats, candy floss, pop-corn for the children and also hot chocolate. Remember your loved ones on the night with remembrance ribbons costing €2 each or 3 for €5. Proceeds from the ribbons will go to St. Carthages House Lismore. Come and support this wonderful festive occasion, meet your neighbours and friends and share in the Spirit of Christmas. CHRISTMAS MARKET A very successful Christmas

Market took place in Tallow last Sunday, all the traders were very happy with the turnout and there were some beautiful crafts to be had. Well done to all who came and displayed their goods and to the organisers who spent many weeks co-ordinating this event. SOCIAL DANCING The Mount Melleray Social Dance group will hold their Christmas Party in Tallow Community Centre on Friday, 30th. All are welcome. SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY Takes place on Sunday, 1st December at 1.00 p.m. All welcome. This is always a great day of fun, when friends and neighbours get together to start their Christmas festivities. FLORAL DEMONSTRATION Tallow Enterprise & Training

Centre will host Rose Hickey for an evening of fun and flowers on Thursday, 4th December at 7 p.m. Tickets available from 05856445. TALLOW LIBRARY Baby Boogie, with Jessica Rowell will take place on Friday, 14th December at 11.00 a.m. This is for 2-3 year olds. Admission is free, booking on 058-56347-058-56445. TALLOW SENIOR CITIZENS The winners of our fourth draw are 1st Prize - Betty Buckley; 2nd Prize - Virginia Dransfield; 3rd Prize - Joan and Ryan O’Neill Don’t forget our Christmas Party on Sunday next, 2nd December at the Community Centre at 1.00 p.m. All are welcome.

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The cover of Déise Voices.

Nicholas Lenane of Ardmore reading his work.

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There’s also a website - redhousepoets.ie - where you can order the book and have it posted anywhere. Copies will be on sale at the launch for €10 and we hope to see everyone there. You can now buy Déise Voices around the County, at Lismore Heritage Centre, Reader’s Choice Bookshop and David Walsh Office Supplies in Dungarvan, and Ardmore Post Office. Lastly, we’ve already had to reprint the book once because of demand. We’re very pleased how this demonstrates ongoing local support and interest in poetry, plus the great contribution that Waterford writers make to Irish and world literature.

BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB Our Christmas night out is on Friday night, December 7th. We are going to The Firgrove Hotel in Mitchelstown for a four course meal followed by Michael English in concert. A bus will pick up in Lismore at 4:30 pm and Ballysaggart at 4:45 pm. The total cost of this night is €60 pp, and it’s open to all members and non members. The closing date for names was Monday, November 26th as tickets are selling fast for Michael English. Any of the officers can be contacted as soon as possible, Eily Walsh 087 9436236, Bridie Murphy 087 2809794, Mary Glavin 087 7421345. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st and 2nd: Dan Howard and Fionnula Hynes, Kathleen Coleman and Helen Cunningham.

Lucky Tables: Bill Leady and Christy Higgins, Delia Cashell and Sheila Lonergan, Dan and Bridie Brien. Tickets: Stephen Cunningham, Helen Cunningham x 2, Kathleen Coleman, Dan Howard and Delia Cashell. FLOWERS BY SHIRLEY Friday, 30th November in the Community Centre at 8 p.m. Christmas Flowers by Shirley. Loads of Christmas hampers to be won, tea served and mulled wine on arrival. Come along and start the Festive season. CAKE SALE Ballysaggart Community Care is holding a fundraising Cake Sale in aid of the Christmas Party on Sunday, December 2nd after Mass. Anyone who wishes to contribute some home baking would be very welcome to do so. Contact 087-752 3386 for details. Hampers for the raffle are in

the Ballyvera Bar, Meagher’s shop and Roche’s shop. Tickets are €2 per strip and 3 for €5. The draw will take place on the evening of the party in the Ballyvera Bar. Your support is greatly appreciated. SAVE THE DATE Sunday, December 9th will be a busy day in Ballysaggart. Both our Community Care and Children's party will be held. There will be a very important visitor on the day. Santy will arrive to see the children at 3:00 p.m. in the Community Centre so be ready for a fun afternoon full of excitement. More details on the Community Care party to follow. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations and best wishes to Declan Cunningham and Marion Hagerty on the recent birth of their baby boy.

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; Email ocappdev@eircom.net SHOP LOCAL Cappoquin Community Development Company is currently distributing fliers encouraging people to shop in Cappoquin as much as is possible. By shopping in Cappoquin you are sustaining local businesses and providing employment for local people. The more we shop in Cappoquin the more we can build an attractive environment for people to live and work in Cappoquin. Remember local businesses sponsor many local organisations so there is very much an onus on us to support all our local businesses. This is essential for the future of our town and the many voluntary groups in the town. THE THREE AMIGOS Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce that The Three Amigos are back again to play live in concert in the Community Centre on Monday, 28th January, 2019. Tickets are available from the Community Centre Office 058-52746. With Santa looming, concerts tickets are always a safe bet. HALL BOOKINGS AUTUMN/WINTER 2018 Just a reminder for the many Clubs, Associations and Groups using our facilities for the Winter months. With the evening sadly pulling in, can you please contact the Community Centre on (058) 52746 to let us know as soon as possible what mornings, days, evenings and nights are desired. Last year was our busiest year for centre use and thanks to you all for your continued support. With our new gym extension coming on

stream further demand is expected to pass the dark evenings away. GYM Opening Hours MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 months, €25 per month, €5 per casual, OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session. Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the lasted cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness. Resistance equipment- These states of the art machines provide resistance against a certain movement, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your work out. Up to 37.5 Kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches.We have large selection of loose weights plates ranging from 1.25kg to 20kg. Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls dumb bells and suspension training. Physical Trainers - Connor

Ollie Wilkinson, Very Rev. Fr. Arthure AP and Jimmy Taaffe at the opening of the new Gym Extension.

Prendergast 087-1247025 fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan 087-9713895 Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level.These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and life style, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald 058-52570 first floor of the Community Centre. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €2,100 26th November Results for €2,000 Jackpot – Numbers drawn 17, 21, 22 and 24. No Winner. Consolation prizewinners: Amy Maher, Lacken; Lesley Cantwell, Knockanore; Sheila Denn, Baunfaun; Ann McCarthy, Allen Street; David & Julie Keane,Tivoli House. Next week’s draw is on the 3rd December 2018, with a jackpot of €2,100. Remember anyone looking to buy our Lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win!

The Cappoquin Christmas Fair THE Cappoquin Christmas Fair returns to Cappoquin this Saturday, 1st December from 12.00 noon til 4.00 p.m., in the Cappoquin Community Centre. It’s a day not to be missed! With over 40 stalls from all over the south east gathering all under one roof there is something here for everyone!! From Christmas décor, cakes, unique personalised gifts, Christmas Eve boxes, fairy doors, teachers gifts, jewellery and the list goes on…..!!! You will not be disappointed!! This year, Mari Mina Pharmacy is joining us with fabulous gifts from their gift shop.Tipperary Hurlers will be there with hurleys and sliotars. There is Stella and Dot Jewellery, Scentsy and a local beautician doing shellac nails on the day. All for cut down prices. Enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and take a bit of time out in our Christmas café where u can enjoy tea, coffee

or a festive hot chocolate!! We are so lucky this year that we were able to get the magical elf booth back, where your child can take a call from one of the many elves working up in the North Pole, bring your camera on the day to capture your child’s face when they hear what the elf has to say!! (Booking is essential) ALSO, you can get personalised stockings at the fair on Saturday, lots of personalised things to be got, just pop by the stalls. It’s a day for the family so get your Christmas jumpers at the ready and come and join us in the Cappoquin Community Centre this Saturday for festive fun and cheer!! Admission FREE!!!! Find us on Facebook!! The Cappoquin Christmas Fair. Merry Christmas!!!

Knockanore schoolchildren kayaking in Oysterhaven during the Summer.

KNOCKANORE KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL Check us out on our Facebook pages, (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History). 2018 PARISH MAGAZINE The magazine will be on sale at the following outlets, Fordes Supermarket, Tallow, Lombards Lackaroe Youghal. Crowley’s Service Station, Youghal. We may have it in other outlets in the future. This year the magazine includes a free cultural map of the area. TALK ON PIETA HOUSE On last Thursday next November 22nd Alan Farrell, Training & Education Officer with Pieta House, gave a very comprehensive talk and slide show on the work the organisation does on suicide prevention. Practical tips were given on how to spot the signs of Suicidal thoughts. Information was also be given on how to maintain our own health & wellbeing through Self Care. Many thanks to those who turned up and supported this very worthy cause.

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULT 24th NOVEMBER 2018 Numbers drawn 10, 19, 25. €25 winners: Nick Troy, Donal Dalton, Bronagh Ryan, Tom Moher, Modeligo. LOTTO RESULT 17th NOVEMBER 2018 Numbers drawn 1, 23, 26. No winner. €25 winners Donal Dalton, Modeligo; Dolores Reddy, Modeligo; Maria O’Donovan, Modeligo; Fiadh Hallahan, Aglish. Lotto tickets can be got from

any community centre member. Next week’s Jackpot €1,000. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL The Cappoquinn Conference of the St.Vincent de Paul will be having a raffle for a Monster Christmas Hamper. Tickets are on sale at various outlets in the conference including Deckies, Modeligo. Tickets are 3 for €5, your support is much appreciated. MODELIGO GAA Congratulations to Naomh Brid and their mentors on win-

ning the minor Division 2 hurling County final in Fraher Field recently against a very tough Cois Brid after extra time. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 pm on Mondays on 0874112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro turf or Hall please contact John Power on 087 283 4600.

Scór 2019 THE Scór season is fast approaching and with the 50th Anniversary of Scór in 2019, we are looking to improve participation anseo i bPort Láirge. Scór is an enjoyable outlet for members of clubs to promote the cultural element of the Association which is very important. I would urge all clubs as your AGM approaches, to try to make a special effort in this the 50th year of Scór to take part. All it takes is to find one person to take on the challenge in your club. SCÓR NA nÓG The Waterford final of Scór na nÓg (u17) will take place in Modeligo on Friday, 4th January at

7pm. (note change from Saturday) The Munster Final will be in Cappoquin on Sunday, 20th January. It is a huge privilege to host a Munster Final in Port Láirge and it would be great to have high participation in Scór na nÓg this year. SCÓR SINSIR The Waterford County Final will take place on Saturday, 2nd February. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ (PRIMARY LEVEL STUDENTS) Qualifying rounds will take place in March with the final in Cappoquin in early April.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY BALLINAMEELA JUNIOR A-MUNSTER FINAL Ballinameela will be playing in the Munster Junior Hurling final this Sunday, December 2nd in Mallow. You may have already seen bunting, flags and signs at various locations around the parish and we would ask you to show your support for the boys by decorating your house turning the parish blue and white in the run up to the final. BODY CONDITIONING & CIRCUIT TRAINING Body Conditioning & Circuit Training Classes continue in Ballinameela Community Centre every Monday night at 7.00 p.m. Join us for an enjoyable hour of a well structured class that provides a great workout for all levels of fitness. It’s €5 per class - pay as you go. “ Give it a Go-Enjoy getting Fit”. Enquiries call or text 087-8229762. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going). Full pro-

gramme of events can be obtained at our training session. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP The Ballinameela toddler group meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the Halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies indoor soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 8362695 if interested. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. 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.com munityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also. Viki Mulhall is responsible for the month of November for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on (087) 819 6264. IRISH GIRL GUIDES CAKE SALE The Irish Girl Guide groups in Villierstown will be hosting a cake sale on 1st December to raise much needed funds for the three groups and for the Villierstown Church Restoration Fund. The sale takes place from 2.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. in the VECP Villierstown, next to the shop. Come along and have a cake

and a cuppa or treat yourself to a fresh pancake. There will also be a tombola with lots of prizes and there will be a raffle on the day with lots of fantastic prizes, including one nights glamping and a river boat ride in Villierstown's new glamping pods, restuarant vouchers and many other amazing prizes. If anyone would be kind enough to make a cake or two for the sale please drop it off on the day to the VECP. If anyone is interested in their daughters joining Ladybirds, Brownies or the Guides please come along and have a chat with the leaders.

LOTTO RESULTS 26/11/18 – Numbers drawn were 2, 27 and 28. No winner. €20 winners: Gerard Walsh, Churchquarter; Joan Burke, Cappagh; Ricki Fitzgerald, Aglish; Mary Downing and Kitty Longan c/o Kereen and Watt Downing c/o Kereen. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,700 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lan. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

TOURANEENA SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Howell and Barron families on the recent passing of Mary Howell (née Barron), Crooke Road, Passage East and formerly of Kilcooney, Ballinamult. Mary was predeceased by her husband Thomas. Our sincere sympathy is extended to her son Brendan; daughters Carmen and Mags; daughter-in-law Dawn; sons-inlaw Sean and Peter; grandchildren Laura, David, Luke, Ciarán, Conor, Tom and Annie. Funeral Mass was in St. John the Baptist Church, Crooke, Passage East followed by internment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Touraneena. May Mary rest in peace. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Results from draw held in Hanrahan's Bar last Sunday night. The winning numbers drawn were 3, 28, 30. There was no jackpot winner so there was the 5 x €20 draw with the lucky winners being 1) Liam Fraher, 2) Mags Cliffe, 3) Ruby & Kay, 4) Pat Dalton, 5) Pat Kenneally.The promoter’s prize was won by Mary Morrissey. Next weeks draw will be held in Dunne's Bar for a lotto jackpot of €800. LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS HAMPER APPEAL A big thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser

last Wednesday night in Dunne's Bar and also to Sunset Sounds and Friends for providing a great night of entertainment. The success of the Christmas Hamper Appeal over the years is thanks to the generosity of the Waterford public. Dungarvan Lions Club invites applications from individuals and families living in West Waterford who feel they need help and would like to receive a Christmas voucher. The Lions Club encourage and welcome applications for assistance where a genuine individual or family need exists. If you feel that you need help this Christmas and would like to receive a Lions Club Christmas voucher, please send your application in writing to 'Christmas Appeal P.O. Box 600, Dungarvan Post Office' or email dungarvanlionsclub@gmail.com Applications should include your name, address, telephone number and details about your particular circumstances which you believe would be of help to the Lions Club in determining the level of assistance required. Also a reminder that the Dungarvan Lions Christmas Day Swim will be held at Clonea Beach at 12.00 noon. Sponsorship money can be brought along on the day. All proceeds to Dungarvan Lions Charities.

MASS TIMES Masses for the Holy Souls will be held every morning this week in St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, at 10.00 a.m. on the 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th November. Masses for the Holy Souls in St. Helena's Church, The Nire, will be held at 7.30 p.m. on the 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th November. CHRISTMAS FAIR The Nire Valley Christmas Fair will be held this Sunday 2nd December, from 2.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. in The Nire Hall. Some of the many items on offer will be locally crafted pottery, chutneys, cakes, puddings, bracks, homemade bread, fresh Christmas wreaths, Christmas tree decorations, knitted dolls, Christmas gifts, books and basically anything you might need for the Christmas season. There will be music and carol singing at 4.30 p.m. and Santa will arrive at 5.00 p.m. All proceeds will go towards The Nire Church funds. BIG DÉISE SLEEP OUT 2018 Focus Ireland is a non-profit organisation that provides services for homeless people in Ireland. It is the largest national voluntary association in Ireland and it provides invaluable services for people who are in desperate need. The ‘Big Déise Sleep Out’

aims to give people a taste of what life is like for those experiencing homelessness. Great credit to all the volunteers taking part in this years sleep out. All support from the public really matters and every little bit helps. If you would like to donate to this worthy cause, please go to https://big-deise-sleep-out2018.everydayhero.com/ie/lisapower THE IRISH GARDEN BIRD SURVEY Your county is looking for volunteers for the Irish Garden Bird survey which begins this Monday 3rd December. This is the 30th year of the survey making it the longest running citizen science research project in Ireland. The survey is easy and fun and you can do it from the comfort of your own home. The survey runs from December to February, the coldest months of the year and usually when birds are reliant on gardens for shelter, food and water. Each week you record the species you see in your garden and the survey runs on a weekly basis, so you start off with a clean sheet every Monday. If you would like to take part, please go to http://www.birdwatchireland.ie or telephone 01 2819878 or email info@birdwatchireland.ie

By Donal Buckley

Roy by Anne Carlton.

Don’t Cry For Me, Eva NEXT year, 2019, is the centenary of Eva Peron's birth. It would probably have passed quietly and unremarkably on this side of the globe, if it hadn't been for a certain Andrew Lloyd Webber and the almost forgotten Tim Rice. It was their rock opera album of 1976 and subsequent West End musical in 1978 that brought 'Evita' Peron to our consciousness.Whether you love her or loathe her, it has to be said, she certainly crammed a lot in to her 33 years of life. Ireland has a strange connection with Latin America and many of our young adventurers have left these shores to seek their fortune in the frontiers of the South American continent. People like Ambrose O'Higgins from Sligo who became Governor of Chile and Viceroy of Peru in the late 1700's. The Presidential Sash of Chile is named after his son Bernardo, "The Bandana O'Higgins". Then we had John Riley from Clifden in Galway who created the Saint Patricks Battalion to fight for Mexico in the Mexican-American war of 1846-48. "Los Patricios" are honoured and revered in Mexico to this day. Mayoman William Brown is known as the "Father of the Argentine Navy". He was Admiral of that military organisation through several decades and many campaigns. He is commemorated in statues and issues of stamps throughout Argentine history. Of course, the ultimate Irish-Argentine connection is Ernesto "Che" Guevara whose revolutionary nature was in his veins which 'flowed with the blood of Irish Rebels' (according to his father). The connection between Che and Eva Peron portrayed in "Evita" was purely for dramatic effect. She was born 10 years before him and was the wife of President Juan Peron while Ernesto was still in college and travelling across South America on a motorbike. He knew of her but she was far too busy with affairs of state to acknowledge the existence of one of South America's many revolutionaries. Eva Duarte left her poor rural village at the age of fifteen. She worked as a model and actress in Buenos Aires. Much of her work was as a result of the recommendations of her many lovers. This was never an issue in Argentina but that was not the case in Europe many years later. During her Rainbow Tour in 1947, Eva Peron met with such notables as General Franco, Pope Pius XII and Charles De Gaulle. However, she didn't always receive a joyous welcome. As she sat on a platform reviewing a parade in Italy, the crowd kept shouting "Puttana, puttana" which suggested she was a lady of ill repute. She turned to an old sailor sitting alongside her and asked why they would say such a thing to the First Lady of Argentina. He Replied, "They still call me Admiral though I haven't been to sea for twenty years." Her purity and sincerity were never questioned in her homeland. She was a tireless worker for the poor and downtrodden of Argentina. When her husband Juan Peron became president, Eva became involved with the Trade Unions and worked on labour rights. She also ran the Ministeries of Health and Labour. The Eva Peron Foundation was a charitable organisation founded and run by her. She was a champion of women's suffrage and formed the first major women's political party in Argentina. Eva Peron was awarded the title of Spiritual Leader of the Nation by the Argentine Congress just before she died of cancer, aged just 33. She was largely forgotten by the world until Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber and Sir Timothy Rice produced Evita and all its subsequent spin offs, such as the 1996 movie starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas. There were a few dodgy spinoffs as well, including a song by the Dubs football fans called, "Don't cry for me Jimmy Keaveney" Eva Maria Duarte de Peron wasn't perfect but she did change the lives of a lot of Argentinians, for the better. Ballinameela Creatives are spreading tinsel and fairy dust wherever we go. Evita Peron once said, "My biggest fear in life is to be forgotten"

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VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Last weeks winner of the weekly Jack the Joker draw was Annette O’Brien, who chose card number 43, the Queen of Diamonds and won € 50. Next weeks jackpot is €3,500. Tickets can be bought locally. Remember if you are not in...You can’t win. “Anyone who lives within their means suffers from a lack of imagination.” Oscar Wilde. CAKE SALE Next, Saturday 1st December in the VECP Community Room, a Cake Sale, Raffle & always exciting Tombola will be held from 2.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. This is a community initiative to raise funds for the Ladybirds, Brownies, Guides & Villierstown Church Hall restoration fund. As always the selection of baked goodies will be amazing …something to tempt everyone’s palate. The raffle & tombola have such an eclectic mix of prizes and again something to suite everyone. Pop in for a cuppa and a cake. ANNUAL CAROL SERVICE The Tidy Towns Council host their Annual Christmas Carol Service on Thursday, 6th December - in Villierstown Church Hall. Doors open at 6.30 p.m. Featuring the High Hopes Choir, Ballinroad Church Choir, Dungarvan Gospel Choir and Aglish Church Choir. Admission is free. Donations for the Homeless Charity will be welcome on the night. Refreshments will be served. If you feel you need a little spiritual uplifting, it’s the place to come to

Carol enjoying a special Carols Concoction Cocktail last Friday night.

and being a friend. THE DÉISE SINGERS TEA TIME RECITAL OF THE YEAR Sunday 9th December in Villierstown Church Hall at 4.00 p.m. The programme includes, Christmas, folk and popular songs...an hour of total enjoyment. Tickets available from choir members, Barrons in Cappoquin and on the evening. €10 each. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Very warm wishes go out to Carol Smith on the occasion of her 70th birthday this week. A surprise gathering last Friday evening in VBC found Carol lost for words for once in her life. (A joy to behold) All of us wish her well and total enjoyment over the next week of celebrations. As a community we all acknowledge Carols commitment to village life. “People always ponder whether the glass is half empty or half full. Me I always drink whatever is in the glass........” SOMETHING FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN The ESB has teamed up with the RDS to launch “ESB Science Blast” for 2019. All 4th to 6th classes are encouraged to get involved in a non-competitive education programme. Events will take place in Dublin, March 6th-7th. November 30th is the deadline for the Dublin event. Check out esbeducation.ie TORY’S CHRISTMAS FAYRE Yes, that season is creeping up on us so any tasty treats you need, contact Tory in our local shop to discuss the options available.

VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB Tips of the week: Protect your Pots – To prevent good quality terracotta pots from cracking in hard frost, either bring them in under-cover or wrap them in bubble wrap or some other type of insulation. This way you might get a few years of enjoyment from your pots. For the children out there.... Imagine Imagine a pig in a big purple wig Imagine a car in the shape of a star Imagine a bear wearing pink underwear Imagine a fox wearing red fluffy socks Imagine a shoe that is always new Just imagine BROWNIES Woodland Brownies, Villierstown celebrated this year's Promise Ceremony last Thursday, well done to the new Brownies. Seven girls made their Promise and helped serve refreshments for their families. We have had a busy few months and the girls have worked on lots of badges. We have lots planned coming up to Christmas and look forward to taking the girls to the Park Hotel for their Christmas dinner, then for the Christmas party! NEWS FOR INCLUSION This is a community notice page and we need your help to keep it topical and of interest locally. If you have any photos, announcements, stories you would like included in the notes, please contact: virtue.pc@hotmail.com

Donal enjoying the River Blackwater from VBC in November.

Cake Sale THE Irish Girl Guide groups in Villierstown will be hosting a cake sale on 1st December to raise much needed funds for the three groups and for the Villierstown Church Restoration Fund. The sale takes place from 2.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. in the VECP Villierstown, next to the shop. Come along and have a cake and a cuppa or treat yourself to a fresh pancake. There will also be a tombola with lots of prizes and there will be a raffle on the day with lots of fantastic prizes, including one nights glamping and a river boat ride in Villierstown's new glamping pods, restuarant vouchers and many other amazing prizes. If anyone would be kind enough to make a cake or two for the sale please drop it off on the day to the VECP. If anyone is interested in their daughters joining Ladybirds, Brownies or the Guides please come along and have a chat with the leaders.

Déise Women Shed / Mna na Déise THE Women Shed had a very enjoyable night in the Fresh Food Courtyard in Dungarvan last Wednesday night. A huge thank you to Jimmy Burrows, Proprietor and staff. Jimmy demonstrated many different ways to prepare chicken for a delicious meal. He also gave us great tips for cooking the Turkey and Ham for Christmas. We thank him for his hospitality. All the ladies left with a full tummy. It was a privilege to see a Master Craft Butcher at work. Call into Fresh Food Courtyard, where Jimmy and his staff are on hand to give valuable advice on any aspect of preparation and cooking. Remember people.... SHOP LOCAL THIS CHRISTMAS.

The Déise Women Shed Meet every Monday and Tuesday in Lawlors Hotel from 9.30 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. Photos www.adambending.com

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Dún Garbhán Le Gaeilge Páistí Scoil Náisiúnta Bhaile Mhic Airt a ghlac páirt i gCEOL 2018.

NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA TITHE INACMHAINNE | LÉIRITHE SPÉISE Tá fáilte roimh léirithe spéise ar thithe inacmhainne i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Táimid ag iarraidh éileamh ar thithe inacmhainne sa cheantar a mheas agus má bhíonn go leor éilimh, tabharfar coiste le chéile chun tús a chur leis an bpróiseas chun Comharchumann Tithíochta a bhunú sa cheantar. Tar i dteagmháil le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise ag cfdeise@gmail.com / 058-46664 i gcomhair a thuilleadh eolais. DÍOLACHÁN CÍSTE Beidh Díolachán Císte ar mhaithe le Scoil Náisiúnta Bhaile Mhic Airt in Halla Colmán Dé Domhnaigh, 2 Nollaig ag 11.15 r.n. There will be a bake sale in support of Scoil Náisiúnta Bhaile Mhic Airt in Halla Colmán on Sunday 2nd December at 11.15 a.m. SNBMA AGUS CEOL 18 Tá áthas orainn a fhógairt go bhfuil Rang 1, 2, agus 3 ón scoil seo tar éis duais a bhuachaint sa chomórtas náisiúnta CEOL 2018 le hEoghan McDermott. Chuir Rang 1, 2, agus 3 agus Rang 4, 5, agus 6 iarratas isteach don comórtas agus caithfear a rá gur dheineadar ar fad sár jab agus táimid an bhródúil as na páistí ar fad. Ba bhreá liom buíochas a gabháilt dos na múinteoirí Caitríona, Liam agus Clíodhna as ucht trial a bhaint as na hamhráin nua aimseartha! Ba bhreá liom buíochas a ghabháilt dár múinteoir Zumba, Rachael as sár jab a dhéanamh leis na páistí (Go Zumba) agus chuig Fionn Mac Giolla Chuda as ucht an taifead a dhéanamh dúinn. We are delighted to announce that Rang 1, 2, and 3 have won a prize in the National Competition CEOL 2018 with Eoghan McDermott. Rang 1, 2, and 3 and Rang 4, 5, and 6 both entered and they all did a fantastic job and we are very proud of them all. I would like to thank the teachers Caitríona, Liam and Clíodhna for taking a chance on these pop songs! I would like to thank our Zumba teacher Rachel also for all her hard work (Go Zumba!) We would also like to thank our cameraman Fionn Mac Giolla Cudda for his time.

DÁNLANN JOAN CLANCY Beidh fáilte roimh chách go “Found Edges”, taispeantais aonair d’ealaíon cois cósta ag Ivan Daly atá ag teacht go Dánlann Joan Clancy, Dé Sathairn 24 Samhain ag 3.00 p.m. De bhunadh Cluain Fhiadh, bhain Ivan céim amach in Scoil na hEalaíne, Deartha agus Priontála i Luimneach sa bhliain 1999. Tá aitheantas mhaith faighte ag a gcuid saothar agus tá píosaí aige i mbailiúcháin tábhachtacha in Éirinn agus sa Ríocht Aontaithe. Beidh an taispeantais ar oscailt 11.00 r.n. go 5.00 i.n. agus an deireadh seachtaine agus ar an Luain; 25, 26 Samhain; 1,2,3; 8,9,10; 15,16,17 Nollaig, agus is féidir coinne a chur in áirithe. R-phost: info@joanclancygallery.com Guthán: 0868134597. All are welcome to Found Edges, a solo exhibition of coastal paintings by Ivan Daly opening in Joan Clancy Gallery 3.00 p.m. Saturday November 24th. Originally from Clonea, Co. Waterford, Ivan obtained a degree from Limerick School of Art and Design in Printmaking in 1999. His work has been well received and is in important collections across Ireland and the UK. Exhibition open 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. weekends & Mondays: November 25th, 26th; December 1st, 2nd, 3rd; 8th, 9th, 10th; 15th, 16th, 17th and also by appointment. Contact: info@joanclancygallery.com Mob: 086 813 4597 SEIRBHÍS BUS I nGAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Tá seirbhís bus idir Aird Mhór agus Dún Garbhán ar fáil anois. Tá stadanna in An Sean Phobal, Heilbhic, Baile na nGall, ag Oifig an Phoist agus i Maoil ‘a Choirne. Seirbhís ceithre uair sa ló, Luan go Satharn atá ann. Tuilleadh eolas ar www.locallinkwaterford.ie AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le

coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. AONACH AN PHÁTRÚIN 2018 Beidh Aonach an Phátrúin, margadh Nollag na nDéise ar siúl Dé Domhnaigh 9 Nollaig ag 12 i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. Beidh ceardaíocht, ealaíon, scailtín fíona, bácáil bhaile agus bronntanais go leor. Más maith leat bord a bheith agat ag an aonach, tar i dteagmháil leis an gcoiste ag 086-3719115. Please support Aonach an Phátrúin, the Christmas Market in An Rinn which will take place on Sunday the 9th of December from 12.00 noon in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. There will be arts, crafts, mulled wine, home baking, and gifts galore. If you wish to have a stall at the market, please contact the committee on 0863719115. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán.Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SCÉIM TÚS An bhfaigheann tú an Liúntas Cuardaitheora Poist? An bhfuil tú dífhostaithe agus ag iarraidh obair a dhéanamh ar tograí pobail? Bíonn deiseanna ar fáil faoin scéim TÚS do dhaoine dífhostaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal. Más rud é go bhfuil tú faoi 25 bliain d’aois, tá buntáiste mór ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le

cigire TÚS Cian O hAileasa ag 087-3770256 nó Bainisteoir Comhlacht Forbartha na nDéise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ag 05846664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com Are you on job seekers allowance? Are you Unemployed and interested in working in Local Community Projects? Tús provides work opportunities for all unemployed people in the An Rinn/An Sean Phobal area. If you are less than 25 years of age there will be a major financial incentive for participating. Contact the Tús supervisor Cian O hAileasa at 087-3770256 or the manager of Comhlacht Forbartha na nDeise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin 058-46664. CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

DÚN Garbhán le Gaeilge, the committee set up to promote and develop the use of the Irish Language in Dungarvan, are holding two events during November to encourage and support people to use whatever Irish they have. The first event, Seisiún le Saoi will take place on Saturday, 10th November, at 11:30 in Dungarvan Library. This interactive session for adult learners of Irish will feature the Gaeltacht na nDéise author and poet Áine Uí Fhoghlú reading from and discussing her work. The bilingual session will also be of interest to lovers of literature and those who have fluency in the Irish language. Fáilte agus fiche roimh chách chuig an imeacht saor in aisce seo. Maoinithe ag Foras na Gaeilge i dtreo léitheoireacht trí Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn. The second event, a Pop-Up Gaeltacht, will take place in The Local, Grattan Square, Dún Garbhán, on Friday, 30th November, ag 21:00. Everyone is welcome to come and have a drink together, listen to some great music and get to know each other through Irish. It doesn’t matter if you’re fluent, rusty, or just have the ‘cúpla focal’, all are welcome. Come with friends or come

on your own and make new friends! Helena and Donnchadh Gough, the proprietors of The Local, will provide a service as Gaeilge and some finger food and are delighted to welcome the first Pop-Up Gaeltacht in Dungarvan. A Pop-Up Gaeltacht is not so much an event but a social space where people get together and have a night on the town through Irish. Tar ag ól linn agus bain sult as oíche amach le chéile trí Ghaeilge! Dún Garbhán le Gaeilge intend to organise at least one more Pop-Up Gaeltaacht by the end of the year and other events in 2019 to provide further opportunities for people of all ages to use the Irish language. The Hallowe’en Céilí as Gaeilge, which was organised in partnership with Dungarvan School of Trad in Lawlors Hotel a few weeks ago was a huge success, with people of all ages dressing up, trying out their Céilí dancing skills and using whatever Irish they had. Míle buíochas le chách a bhí i láthair. Tá gach eolas faoi Dún Garbhán le Gaeilge ar fáil ó Rúnaí an choiste, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ar criostoir.ofaolain@gmail.com

I láthair ag an ócáid ‘Teanga & Saoirse’ i dTeach na Cúirte, Dún Garbhán, bhí Áine agus Nell Suipéil ón Rinn agus Nóra Turraoin ón Seanphobal. D’eagraigh Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge an ócáid mar chuid de dheireadh seachtaine “Dúnmharú sna Déise – na rúin nár scaoileadh ariamh” mar cheiliúradh ar Bhliain na Gaeilge agus Éire Ildánach. Áine and Nell Suipéil from An Rinn pictured with Nóra Turraoin from an Seanphobal at ‘Language & Liberty’ at Dungarvan Courthouse with guest speakers John Lonergan, Former Governor of Mountjoy Prison, Dublin; Dr. Seán Ó Conaill, Lecturer in Law & Irish, University College, Cork and Seán Ó Cuirreáin, former Language Commissioner and author of ‘Éagóir’, an account of the Maumtrasna Murders of 1882. This event included a dramatisation of an excerpt from the Maumtrasna Murder Trial by members of Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail and Lismore Drama Group. The event was part of the “Secrets Never to be Told” – EXPLORING MURDER AND MURDEROUS SECRETS weekend organised by the Irish Officer of Waterford City & County Council to celebrate Bliain na Gaeilge and Creative Ireland. [David Clynch Photography]

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Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, November 17th – Killian and Anita Murray with MC Kieran Foley. [Dan McGrath]

REMEMBRANCE Kilmacthomas Historical Society are holding a talk on “Remembering those from the greater Kilmacthomas area who served in World War 1.” Our venue is the Coach House, Kilmacthomas on Thursday, December 6th at 8.00 p.m., and our guest speaker is Historian Sean Murphy. Also we would be delighted to hear from anyone who has a story to tell of relatives in the Great War. Tea / coffee & biscuits served. Admission €5. SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy to the Organ family, Ballylaneen, Kilmacthomas on the sad and untimely death of their sister Mary (Moll), Wilmott, Gracedieu, Waterford and formerly, Carrigcastle, Ballylaneen

which sad event occurred last week. May she rest in peace. ADVICE CLINIC Cllr. Ray Murphy will hold an Advice Clinic in the Rainbow Community Hall, at 11.30 a.m. next Saturday, December 1st and on the first Saturday of every month. No appointment necessary. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw on Saturday, 24th November. Letters drawn C, J, P, Y. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Jake Bambrick, Thomastown; Damien Carey, Craughaun View, Kilmac; Danny & Helen Sutton, Hillside Crescent; Tommy Barry, Traceys Hill and Nano, c/o PPI. Next week’s jackpot €1700, be in to win.

WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club results for Monday, 19th November, Sheila Morrissey, Stess Connolly, Mary B. Bowdren, Rosie Keane, Monica Gough, Veronica Walsh, Cissie Kiely, Mary Power, Brigid Power, Agnes Thomas and Mary Walsh. Raffle winners Maureen O'Sullivan, Biddy Carroll and Linda Dempsey. WHIST CLUB Kilrossanty Whist Club arranged for a wonderful Christmas Party for the members at Kierseys, Kilmacthomas. The room was lovely, candles, hats etc. and the food was super.... and a great atmosphere was created...lots of chat and laughter. A free raffle with lots of prizes. We would like to thank the committee for yet a lovely evening out. Ellis & Carrie

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Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, November 17th – Moyra Shanahan, Philo Dowdall and Helen Shanahan. [Dan McGrath]

KILROSSANTY BINGO Bingo this Friday night in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Jackpot is €2,000, prizemoney €1,200, plus raffle for cash prizes. LAUNCH Launch of Bachelors in Trouble new DVD in Crotty’s Inn on 8th December. Music by T.R. Dallas, John O’Shea W.L.R. plus some other guests. Admission is €12. Dancing at 9.30 p.m. sharp. The name of the DVD is ‘Magical Pension Days’. Proceeds to Church funds and the Kidney Association. Paddy Joe Ryan will also be appearing at the Bachelors launch. HALL Meeting on Monday night, 3rd December at 8.30 p.m. sharp.

Kilrossanty National School – Some of the Kilrossanty Minor team with the Conway Cup visit the school after winning the County Final recently.

PARTY Christmas Party in the hall on December 9th at 1.30 p.m. Names to be given to anyone of the committee as soon as possible. AFTERNOON TEA Anyone wishing to go to the Afternoon Tea in Woodhouse on Wednesday, 5th December please give names to Molly Casey as soon as possible. Time 2 pm. I.C.A. meeting on 10th December at 8 p.m. SALE OF WORK Sale of Work raised €6,000 for Parish funds. Thanks again to all who helped in any way with the annual event. SYMPATHY Sympathy to Bernie Walsh, Grawn on the death of her

brother Pat Whelan, Bonmahon who died last week. Sympathy also to his aunt Eileen Lonergan, Lemybrien, and also to his immediate family on their sad loss. Burial took place in Kill Cemetery. May he rest in peace. WHIST CLUB Kilrossanty Whist Club arranged for a wonderful Christmas Party for the members at Kierseys, Kilmacthomas. The room was lovely, candles, hats etc. and the food was super.... and a great atmosphere was created...lots of chat and laughter. A free raffle with lots of prizes. We would like to thank the committee for yet a lovely evening out. Ellis & Carrie

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Waterford Careplus Carer of the Year recognised at National Careplus Carer of the Year Awards Ceremony WENDY Dee from Kilmacthomas has been named as the 2018 Waterford CarePlus Carer of the Year. Each year Family Carers Ireland recognise Carers for the extraordinary hard work and dedication involved in caring for their loved ones every day, through these national awards. The annual awards ceremony now in its 12th year recognised 27 family carers across Ireland. The special ceremony was presented by broadcasters and patrons of Family Carers Ireland, Marty Whelan and Mary Kennedy. Newly appointed ambassadors and Mrs Brown’s Boys stars Danny O’Carroll and Paddy Houlihan were also in attendance.

Wendy cares for her mum and dad who are both wheelchair users. She is a kind, compassionate and hard-working person with a husband and three children who still always makes time to care for others both young and old. According to CSO Irish Health Survey there are approximately 8,770 family carers in Waterford providing on average 45 hours of care per week in their homes. Family Carers across Ireland save the state a staggering €10 billion each year. Today 1 in 10 people provide care for a loved one in the home - by 2030, demographic changes predict that one in five people will take on a caring role. “We are delighted to recognise

and celebrate Carers in every county of Ireland for their trojan work as Family Carers. A huge congratulations to Wendy who is now the Waterford Careplus Carer of the Year 2018. Family Carers across Ireland make extraordinary sacrifices and work very hard, sometimes 24 hours a day, to provide care for their loved ones, safely, in their own homes. With limited access to services and particularly respite, Carers in Waterford are over stretched and receive little acknowledgement for their unpaid work with three quarters receiving no payment from the State” Said Catherine Cox, Head of Communications and Carer Engagement with Family Carers Ireland.

Niamh Lynch, Commercial Director of CarePlus Pharmacy commented “CarePlus Pharmacy is honoured to sponsor the Family Carer of the Year awards and recognise the tireless efforts of thousands of people across the country. Carers are the heart of every community and our pharmacy owners and staff meet them every day.We are enjoying working closely with Family Carers Ireland and supporting the awards throughout over fifty community pharmacies nationwide.” This is the second year CarePlus Pharmacy have sponsored this event. www.familycarers.ie / www.careplus.ie

Wendy Dee, Waterford Carer of the Year.

Aware is seeking Waterford volunteers to join the Support Services team • 450,000 (1 in 10) experience depression in Ireland • 45,000 (1 in 100) have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder • Aware relies on volunteers to provide its free support services nationwide Could you support someone Community Centre, Mitchel skills, take direction and show experiencing depression or Street, also on Tuesdays at 7.30 enthusiasm and passion for menp.m. bipolar disorder? tal health and the work of Aware. There are also opportunities to It is also vital that applicants are AWARE, Ireland’s leading organ- volunteer with the following willing to make a weekly comisation providing support, educa- Support Services: mitment to Aware and participate • Life Skills Online: A free 8 in ongoing training as required. tion and information services for those impacted by depression and module course designed to equip • "Volunteering with Aware is bipolar disorder, is seeking people with the tools to deal the most fulfilling thing I’ve ever Waterford volunteers for its with the stresses of everyday life. done. I think for the volunteering Support & Self Care Group The volunteer’s role focuses on experience to work, you have to service in Waterford city and remote support, encouragement connect with what the organisaDungarvan. Aware relies on the and feedback, helping clients to tion is trying to do, get good passion and dedication of its stay engaged and keep working training and feel like you are well volunteers to ensure that the through the content. supported. My experience with • Aware Support Line: A Aware has ticked all these boxes organisation can continue to provide free support services crucial service providing callers and then some.” nationwide, essential services that with telephone support and • “Volunteering for Aware has have a profound impact on information about issues relating changed my life. I absolutely love individuals and families through- to their own mood or the mood it. I am so proud of myself and out Ireland. No prior qualif- of a friend or family member how my own confidence has ications or experience is who may be experiencing grown. If I feel like I haven’t required, as comprehensive depression, bipolar disorder or accomplished much in a week I training as well as ongoing other mood related conditions. simply look back to my time on support and education is Operates 365 days a year from the support line and the knowlDublin, 10.00 a.m. - 10.00 p.m. provided by the organisation. edge that I’ve helped someone • Aware Support Mail: All The Aware Support & Self Care Groups are peer to peer emails are responded to within a makes me realise how much I support meetings for individuals 24hr period and provide support really have achieved.” • “Volunteering with Aware who experience depression, and information for both the bipolar disorder or mood related individual and concerned family has taught me so much, but most conditions. There are 32 groups members or friends. Operates importantly what I have learned nationwide, meeting on a weekly 365 days a year and offers an is how to be a better listener.” • “Some people call the basis. Peers share their experience individual with good computer and understanding and offer an skills and reliable broadband the Support Line thinking their lives to volunteer are in a mess. I love to talk with exchange of thoughts and tech- opportunity them, listen and help them work niques around self-care and remotely. As part of the recruitment through their problem. We resilience in a supportive, confidential and proactive environ- process, all volunteers are guided discuss helpful options and they ment. Each meeting is facilitated through a series of training ses- finish feeling better and much by two volunteers and has an sions to teach them how to clearer about the next steps in respond to various scenarios by their recovery." average of 8 attendees. For more information on The Waterford City Support & allowing clarification, consideraSelf Care Group meets every tion of options and encouraging each opportunity, please visit: or Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. at the helpful actions while adhering to www.aware.ie/volunteer Edmund Rice Heritage Centre, Aware’s ethos, policies and proce- phone Aware on 01 6617211. Barrack Street and the dures. It is important that poten- Applications will be accepted Dungarvan group meets at The tial volunteers are compassionate, until 21st January, with training Deise Day Centre. Dungarvan possess good communication commencing in February.

Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, November 17th – Orlaith Brady and Ray Kirwan. [Dan McGrath]

Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, November 17th – Pat Dunphy and Rosemarie Power. [Dan McGrath]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note - items to be included in the West Waterford notes column must be submitted at the latest 10.00 p.m. on the Monday night before publication. Items for the notes are always welcome and can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 087 2076704 or calling 024 92249, thank you. SOCIAL DANCING Our next social dance night in aid of local charities takes place this Saturday night, December 1st, at Youghal’s GAA Pavillion with music by Finbarr Dennehy and everyone is welcome. CHEQUE PRESENTATION Our annual social gala concert in aid of the wonderful charity Bru Columbanus was a sell-out again this year. A huge thank you to everyone who came along and supported us on Monday night. On Saturday night, December 8th, a representative of Bru Columbanus will be present at our social dance in the Youghal GAA Pavillion to accept the cheque on behalf of this very worthy charity. Teddy & Cathal Barry will be providing the music on the night. Some light refreshments will be served and a great night’s entertainment is promised, so do join us on the night. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Birthday greetings to Paudie Allen, Kinsalebeg, who celebrated his 40th birthday last weekend with a big surprise celebration, with family and friends in the Decies Bar. Congratulations and best wishes to you Paudie from all your family and many friends. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION AGM Please take note that our Annual General Meeting will take place this Friday evening, November 30th, at 8.00 p.m. at Clashmore Heritage Centre. We want to hear as many voices as possible on the night as we plan for 2019, so please come along if possible – all are welcome!

VILLAGE TREE LIGHTING EVENT We are delighted to announce that the annual Christmas Tree Lighting event will take place at the Grotto on Saturday evening, December 8th. The festive events will kick-off at Clashmore Heritage Centre at 6.30 p.m. with refreshments for all and Santa’s Grotto for the kids. This will be followed by a parade with Santa down the village to the Grotto where the Tree will be first blessed by Fr. Kelly at approximately 7.45 p.m. and then the switching on of the lights will take place. This promises to be a fun event for all ages, so we hope to see you all coming along on the night! MONTHLY CLINICS Mary Butler TD will be holding her next advice clinic on Saturday next, December 1st, and on the first Saturday of each month, in St. Patrick’s Hall Tallow – 11.00 a.m.;The Red Hall Lismore – 11.45; The Community Hall, Cappoquin – 12.30 p.m. Please contact 0877425020 with any questions. CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT’ On Friday, December 7th, ‘Carol’s by Candlelight’ will be held in Clashmore Church from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. This is a local initiative being undertaken by local talent as we approach the Christmas season. This evening will help to fundraise for the much needed organ for Clashmore church. Cost is €10 and this will include seasonal refreshments in the hall after the event. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Upcoming meetings 1. Sustainable Energy Community – Following on from the Energy Fair, we are now holding a further information meeting particularly to give information on the Warmer Homes Scheme and the Deep Retrofit programme along with the other grants currently available. This is on Monday, 3rd December, at 8.00 p.m. in Clashmore Heritage Centre.

Huge congratulations to our Pool Tournament champions Colin Hamill and Kieran Cotter who very kindly donated the prize money to St. Olivers GAA Club. Many thanks to Nicky Ahearne who kindly collected on behalf of the club.

Warmer Homes Scheme If you own your own home and it was built before 2006 and you are on certain welfare payments such as Fuel Allowance, then you can qualify for FREE home energy upgrades. Deep Retrofit If you are doing up a house you own, you can get grants to significantly improve the energy rating to an A Rating. Liam Fleming from Waterford City and County Council Energy Bureau and Eoin Madigan from Waterford Insulation will be on hand to give advice on the grants that are available for private houses and commercial buildings. 2. Healthy Sub Committee – The Healthy sub committee is meeting on Wednesday, 5th December, at 8.30 p.m. in the Rising Sun, Clashmore. This meeting is open to anybody who would like to come along and will discuss plans in 2019 for the Community Gym and Operation Transformation. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG LADIES FOOTBALL AGM Following a successful Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Ladies football AGM on Thursday, 15th November, the following people are on the Committee for 2019: Chairperson Jazz Fitzgerald, Vice Chair Marion Ryan, Secretary Melissa Trihy, Treasurer Jane Llewelyn and Maira Burke, Registrar Maire Mansfield, PRO Evelyn O’Brien, Child Welfare Officer Rosemary O’Halloran. Trainers: U-8, U-10, U-12 – JJ, Jimmy, John Daly, Jerry, Ella and Evelyn; U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16 Helena and Ita; Minors: Killian Walsh and PJ Burke; Adult/Junior team: Killian Walsh and PJ Burke. If anyone needs contact details please contact Jazz or Evelyn or private message the page and we can send it on. The committee would like to take this opportunity to thank all the supporters, trainers, parents and all those who participated this year. We've had a great year and look forward to seeing you all next year. Well done Clashmore Kinsalebeg ladies!! DEATH OF ANNE DUNLEA On Saturday last, the good lord called home the gentle soul of Anne Dunlea, of Macroom, Co. Cork, and formerly of Clashmore. Anne died, peacefully in the wonderful care of Macroom Community Hospital. Predeceased by her sister Kathleen, Anne will be so dearly missed by her sisters of Eily, Mary, Sheila and her brothers-in-law Johnny, Michael and Donal; her nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and relatives to whom we extend the sympathy of all of Anne’s former neighbours and friends here in Clashmore. Anne reposed in St. Colman's Church, Macroom, on Sunday evening last. Following requiem Mass on Monday, Anne was laid to rest in St. John's Cemetery, Coachford. Eternal rest grant to her gentle soul.

“CHAT AS GAEILGE” The 'Chat as Gaeilge' continues on Thursday (please note evening) with Olive Keane at 8.30 p.m. in the Rising Sun (Beresford’s) Clashmore.This is a very informal gathering of people who just want to chat in Irish, the idea is to have a visit from someone who is very proficient in speaking Irish encourage those of us who aren't in conversation. Everyone is very welcome. YOUGHAL BINGO Youghal Scouts have a real treat in store for all you bingo lovers when they will host their annual Christmas Bingo in the Walter Raleigh Hotel on Wednesday, December 5th, at 8.00 p.m. As always we will have lots of cash and spot prizes to be won plus our Dolly Power Memorial €5 Game, with a Jackpot of €400 in 40 calls. A great night at the bingo is promised and your support will be very much appreciated. 'WHERE IS THIS MALABAR' Our next big drama event in Clashmore will be staged on the 2nd of December when we are back in the Old School House in Clashmore for another sell-out show. The Palace Players, from Kilworth in Co. Cork, will be with us to present their amateur drama one act play 'Where is This Malabar' written by Liam Howard.Tickets at just €12 / €10 and can be booked by phoning Liz at 087 0874148651 or on the door on the night. CLASHMORE COMMUNITY ALERT Change of Date! Please note the change of date for our annual Clashmore Community Alert 45 Drive which now takes place this Friday night, November 30th, at the Decies Bar at 9.00 p.m. We have fantastic prizes on the night for winning card players and in addition there will be a raffle for a Christmas Hamper with a variety of other great prizes to be won too. Coffee Morning On Sunday morning, 9th December, 2018, we are hosting our annual festive coffee morning in the Heritage Centre from 9.45 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. All public information regarding the benefits provided by Community Alert, locally and nationally, will be available. Bucket Collection Our annual St. Stephen’s Day bucket collection will also be taking place. We would gratefully appreciate your support at these annual events, so please come along and bring a friend! DEISE BRU HOUSE 45 DRIVE The following is the results from last week’s 45 Drive, at Deise Bru House, in Aglish Village – in first place on 11 games were Marie O’Connell and Jimmy Downing. In second place were Cathy and Dan O’Neill. Best of last five this week were Kathleen Osbourne and Mary Donavan. Our Lucky last game winners this week were Jock O’Connell and

Liam O’Donnell. Cards continue in Deise Bru House, in Aglish Village, this Thursday at 9.00 p.m. sharp – €10 to play! All money is paid out on night! Our 3 table drive continues this Saturday evening from 7.00 p.m. CHRISTMAS MARKET Many thanks to all the stall holders and customers who participated at our wonderful Christmas Market and to “Santa” who very kindly arrived at very very short notice. Music with Geoff, Brendan & Tony. On this Sunday, December 2nd, from 6–8 p.m. we have live music with “Clashmore’s Strings and Things” musicians - Geoff, Brendan & Tony. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY AT DEISE BRU HOUSE December 20th is our 45 Drive Christmas Party. December 21st is our Aglish and surrounding areas Christmas Staff Party Night – Meet your friends and neighbours – Christmas party night, food drinks, live music with ADHOC (from the Marine Bar)!!! Loads of fun, start your Christmas holidays here at Deise Brú House!! December 22nd Monster Christmas raffle loads and loads of prizes, great fun and seasonal fun on the night December 26th St. Stephen's night put on your cowboy boots and hats, and dance the night away with our Country and Western DJ! December 31st Black & Bling Ball! CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night, November 27th, at the Decies Bar our winners on eight games were Jack Douris and Jim McGrath. In second place on seven games were Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower. In joint third on six games each we had, Tony Keane and Gabriel Hynes, Mary Ann and Bobby Connery, Paddy Kelleher and Edmond Og Ledingham. Best of the last five were Terri McGrath and our lucky last game winners were Noel Nugent and Pad O’Halloran. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone

for your continued support. Please note our Monday night cards are starting at 9 p.m. sharp each week – so if you are late we will be starting without you! CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA club weekly lotto draw took place last Monday night, November 27th, we had no jackpot winner this week, our jackpot now stands at €2,600 and our next draw will be at the Ole Mill. Our lucky €20 spot prizewinners were: Joe Power, Mary O’Halloran, Ferrypoint; Pad Walsh, Sean Tobin, Ballinaclash; Ronan Fitzgerald.Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. IRISH GIRL GUIDES CAKE SALE The Irish Girl Guide groups in Villierstown will be hosting a cake sale on 1st December to raise much needed funds for the three groups and for the Villierstown Church Restoration Fund. The sale takes place from 2.00 p.m. 6.00 p.m. in the VECP Villierstown, next to the shop. Come along and have a cake and a cuppa or treat yourself to a fresh pancake. There will also be a tombola with lots of prizes and there will be a raffle on the day with lots of fantastic prizes, including one night’s glamping and a river boat ride in Villierstown's new glamping pods, restuarant vouchers and many other amazing prizes. If anyone would be kind enough to make a cake or two for the sale please drop it off on the day to the VECP. If anyone is interested in their daughters joining Ladybirds, Brownies or the Guides please come along and have a chat with the leaders. HOPE FOUNDATION Students Sally-Ann Gleeson and Hannah Knightly are travelling with the Hope Foundation to Kolkata in March. They are hosting a Fundraising Quiz night at Keevers Bar Ardmore on Saturday ngiht, December 8th at 8.30 p.m. in aid of The Hope Foundation and your support will be very much appreciated.

Clashmore and Piltown Parish NOVENA MASSES Our final Novena Mass for this November for the Holy Souls will be celebrated in Clashmore Church this Wednesday evening at 7.30 p.m. WEEKEND MASSES Piltown: Saturday Vigil Mass 6.00 p.m. Clashmore: Sunday Morning 9.00 a.m.

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart NOVENA Our novena for the dead concluded with mass on Sunday in Aglish Our thanks for all who came for the prayers in the grave yard. DO THIS IN MEMORY The do this in memory programme for First Penance First Holy Communion took place on Saturday evening last in Aglish Church. JOHN PAUL AWARDS Three young people from our parish have started the programme.

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Youghal Cancer Support House to Open its Doors in December

Some of the Kinsalebeg Macra members who supported the fundraising Kinsalebeg NS Tractor Run.

Kinsalebeg National School Parents’ Association Tractor Run ON Sunday 18th Kinsalebeg National School Parents’ Association held a Tractor Run. Starting at the church the tractors went into Ardmore onto Kiely's Cross and back to the church. With over 50 tractors setting off the day was a big success. We would like to thank everyone who helped from the tractor drivers, the stewards, the people who gave spot prizes, everyone who helped with soup and sandwiches and all who came along in support. All funds raises will go towards ongoing safety works and car park.

Kinsalebeg Tractor Run.

John Anthony Kelly and his little helper on the Kinsalebeg NS Fundraising Tractor Run.

THE trustees of Cuan House, 29 Friar Street,Youghal, Co. Cork would like to acknowledge that as and from the 1st December, 2018 the charity ‘Youghal Cancer Support’ will be operating from the above address. Currently Cork ARC are running services at the house and sadly in recent week’s despite numerous emails and meetings which were held by both parties, the CEO of Cork ARC emailed our board to notify us of their decision to cease services at 29 Friar Street,Youghal, Co. Cork and we responded by email accepting their resignation. The decision came following changes in Cork ARC management and policies including the centralisation management of funds raised meaning that all local funds raised in East Cork and West Waterford would be sent to the Cork city office and following on from these changes it was decided to go our separate ways. We wish to confirm that there was no mismanagement of any funds at any time by Cork Arc or Cuan House. We as Youghal Cancer Support will ensure that all local future funds raised in East Cork and West Waterford areas will be used for cancer support services at 29 Friar Street, Youghal, Co. Cork supporting the people of East Cork and West Waterford which will include any renovations/upgrading of the house. Youghal Cancer Support House intends to work closely with Cork Arc in the future to maintain the level of cancer support services for the visitors and their families. The building was purchased for €235,000 in 2016 from funds raised by the local community. To date there is €4,852 left to pay on the bank loan. Cuan House bank statement stands at €1,483. On final payment the house will be debt free and there to service the people of Youghal, East Cork and West Waterford.We are 100% transparent with all our funds and this is the only way we will run this cancer support centre. The money and the centre belongs to the local people and not the organisations and any money raised in the future will be spent on improving the services at 29 Friar Street,Youghal, Co. Cork. In the future we hope to renovate the rear dining room area to provide an additional tranquil space for the people using the house. We also want to construct a private garden area to the rear of the property. Plans are currently in place to have the services ready for the 1st December, 2018, we have appointed a Director of Services, and within the next few week’s we shall be issuing a press release on the new appointment. A vast interest has been displayed from professional volunteers who wish to give their time to the centre to provide cancer support services for people with cancer and their families at 29 Friar Street,Youghal, Co. Cork. The facility’s team of trained volunteers will provide counselling, advice, therapeutic massage, reflexology, yoga, pilates and other treatments to visitors. All the Cancer Support Services are free to the public. We will open the house to the public on Friday of every week and the first day will be 7th December 2018. On behalf of all the Trustees of Youghal Cancer Support and Cuan House we wish to thank our volunteers, the people from Youghal town, East Cork & West Waterford, the surrounding towns and villages, the local rural community, the farming community and everyone who has supported us to date. Without these groups this building would never have happened. So the journey of helping people and their families is continuing the same as before and the torch is only being handed over.This house’s only aim is to help people with Cancer. Cancer does not discriminate and hits all areas of our society both young and old.We are continuing the services of cancer support from the 1st December 2018 for 1 day per week and we will be increasing additional days in the future as soon as they are required. The facility’s team of trained volunteers will provide counselling, advice, therapeutic massage, reflexology, yoga, pilates, mindfulness and other treatments to visitors. All the Cancer Support Services are free and therefore we will always need your continued support. If any more volunteers are interested in helping out in the house please send your details to info@youghalcancersupport.ie.

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CANCELLATION OF TALK ON LOUISA MARCHIONESS OF WATERFORD The talk on Louisa Marchioness of Waterford which was due to take place on Wednesday, 21st November at the Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club has been cancelled until the New Year due to unforeseen circumstances. Sorry for the inconvenience caused and we will let you know the new date as soon as we know it. YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the museum. The museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be

very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. CONTACT DETAILS Tel: (058) 45960 Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Website: www.waterfordmuseum.ie Facebook: waterford county museum Twitter: @waterfordmuseum TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS See what people think of our museum on TripAdvisor at https://bit.ly/2ODTk9b Waterford County Museum is a non profit organisation, curated and managed by a voluntary committee.

OBJECT OF THE WEEK Waterford County Gazette, April 1953, Vol I, No. 8

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Baill d’Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail agus Grúpa Drámaíochta an Leasa Mhóir in éineacht le Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge, a d’eagraigh an ócáid ‘Teanga & Saoirse’ i dTeach na Cúirte, Dún Garbhán mar chuid de dheireadh seachtaine “Dúnmharú sna Déise – na rúin nár scaoileadh ariamh” mar cheiliúradh ar Bhliain na Gaeilge agus Éire Ildánach. Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail and Lismore Drama Group pictured with Waterford City & County Council Irish Officer Máire Seó Breathnach at ‘Language & Liberty’ at Dungarvan Courthouse, which was part of the “Secrets Never to be Told” – EXPLORING MURDER AND MURDEROUS SECRETS weekend organised by the Irish Officer to celebrate Bliain na Gaeilge and Creative Ireland. [David Clynch Photography]

1918 – Why Did Sinn Fein Win the Elections? A lecture by Dr. Pat McCarthy to the Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society

Tom Tobin (1926-1989) was born in Shandon Street, Dungarvan. As a young man he developed a talent for writing and worked at the Dungarvan Observer and Dungarvan Leader. He opened a bookshop in O'Connell Street, Dungarvan and developed an interest in photography. In 1953 he wrote Echoes from the Decies: A Waterford scrapbook. He started the Gazette in 1953 which sold for 3 pence. It had a mixture of local news, historical articles and photographs taken by himself. This issue was a special edition to mark the hosting of An Tóstal in Dungarvan. This festival celebrated Irish culture and was aimed at locals and tourists and ran from 1953 to 1958.

THE Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society lecture season for 2018 and 2019 continues on Friday, 30th November with a lecture at 8.00 p.m. in St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre, Waterford by Dr. Pat McCarthy titled ‘1918 – Why Did Sinn Fein Win the Elections?’ In the general election of December 1918 Sinn Fein swept to an unprecedented and overwhelming triumph. In an electoral landslide the Irish Parliamentary Party, for so long the representative of Irish nationalism, was swept aside. Sinn Fein won every seat outside of Ulster except for Waterford City which remained loyal to the Redmonds. The triumph of Sinn Fein may seem to have been unavoidable in retrospect. Building on the party’s four by election victories in 1917, it would appear that the Sinn Fein bandwagon was unstoppable. That is far too simplistic an interpretation of the complex events of 1918. Remarkably the

Irish Parliamentary Party won three by elections early in 1918. These results came as a shock to the Sinn Fein leadership and John Dillon, the new leader of the Irish Parliamentary Party declared: “we have Sinn Fein on the run”. However, the decision of Lloyd George and the British government to introduce conscription to Ireland changed the situation completely. Nationalist Ireland, the political parties, the Catholic Church and the trade union movement united in a remarkable show of defiance. Faced with such a united front the British government soon abandoned its plans but conscription had reinvigorated Sinn Fein. That party now had a branch in every parish while the Irish Parliamentary Party collapsed. No wonder that the eminent historian A. J. P. Taylor declared that April 9th, the day that the conscription bill was introduced into Westminster as “the day that England lost Ireland.” This lecture will look at the events of the historic year

from both national and Waterford perspectives. Pat McCarthy, is a native of Waterford city and past pupil of Mount Sion, he holds a PhD and an MBA from UCD and worked for many years in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. He has lectured and published extensively and is the author of The Irish Revolution 1912-23, Waterford (Four Courts Press, 2015), Waterford and the 1916 Rising (Waterford City and County Council, 2016), The Redmonds and Waterford, a political dynasty 1891-1952 (Four Courts Press, 2018) as well as papers in the Irish Sword (the Journal of the Military History Society of Ireland) and Decies (the Journal of the Waterford Historical and Archaeological Society) on a broad range of subjects. This lecture will appeal to anyone interested in the history and politics of Waterford and Ireland in the revolutionary period. Admission to the lecture is €5 (students €2.50), but is free for members of the Waterford

Archaeological and Historical Society. Details of the full programme of monthly lectures and other events can be found on the Society’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/waterfordhistory/. New members are always welcome, the membership application form can be downloaded from http://www.waterfordhistory.org.

Lecturer Pat McCarthy.

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Abbeyside Scouts (4th Waterford) MEETING 14th NOVEMBER, 2018 & ANNUAL TRIP TO BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE HOSTEL – 24th/25th NOVEMBER, 2018 After the prayer, we spent the evening preparing for the annual Investiture where new Scouts are officially made Scouts and welcomed to the Group. More on that next week. We would like to wish one of our Leaders – Justin, a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him out and about in the very near future! Get well soon from the 4th! The other highlight from this week was the annual trip to ‘Ballymac’. On Saturday, 15 Scouts and three Leaders headed to Ballymacarbry to the excellent hostel facilities at the Community Centre. We were also joined by our Venture Group and it was good to catch up with them as we had not seen them since our trip to Portugal in July. An early arrival mean that there was all afternoon to explore the woods and eat sausages and bread rolls were devoured at lunch. The sausages were cooked in the outdoors as we are working on our Backwoods Badge. Thankfully the rain that had blighted us all week seemed to have disappeared. Back to the centre for some rest and then it was time for the excellent chicken curry and rice which seemed to be a more popular

11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scout Group Beavers 11th Waterford Hi all, what a busy first term we have had this year. We welcomed lots of new Beavers to our section and they have all fitted in really well. They are working away on there first badge and we hope to have our investiture early January. The older Beavers have been busy making new friends and working away on their skills. We have covered pioneering, compass and map work, packing for a hike and overnight.

We also covered first aid with the help of the red cross a very exciting and informative meeting. The Beavers also earned their community badge by participating in a fundraiser for Temple Street hospital. At the Trick or Treat party there were some fantastic costumes and they raised €220. Well done all. At our last meeting we discussed the Chief Scout Award and special interest badges and look forward to seeing all your projects. Annmarie Deans Beaver Section Leader

South East Bikers 23rd Toy Run

option than our recent chili! One of the Leaders prepared some apples and each Scout had to try baked apple and custard. Not for everyone, but it is good to taste new things. Some on the other hand absolutely loved it. The rest of the evening was spend playing games, of which hide and seek was the most popular for the younger Scouts. If Leaders had a Euro for every time they were asked ‘Have you seen …X…?’we wouldn’t have to charge subs for a while! Up early to toast and rashers and then it was tidy up and home. Another successful overnight for the 4th!

Saturday, 8th December, 2018 THE 23rd South East Toy Run will take place on Saturday, 8th December, 2018, leaving from The Royal Oak, Mooncoin at 1.00 p.m., travelling to The Topaz Service Station outside Clonmel for Pit-Stop, and returning to Waterford University Hospital – Collecting New Toys for Santa to distribute on UHW Paediatric Ward. Excess Toys and Cash Donations going to Touching Hearts, Sacred Heart Centre, Waterford City. Sesson the night at The Hub, The Applemarket, followed by Electric Avenue, The Applemarket. Contacts: Paddy 087-2213541; Dave 089-4934757. Email: setoyrun@yahoo.ie / southeastbikerstoyrun@gmail.com Facebook: Dave Flynn (South East Bikers) / South East Bikers Toy Run

Déise Animal Sanctuary’s Pet of the Week

Lorg! LORG is the Gaelic word for “to seek.” And this little guy is seeking a forever home. Lorg is a male boxer cross, about four months old. As with most of the Sanctuary residents, Lorg came here through no fault of his own. He is house trained, loves cuddles and is very handsome! The Déise Animal Sanctuary is very careful to place each animal with the right family. Besides giving love and attention, Lorg’s new family will need to do the right thing by getting him neutered and microchipped. A donation of some kind to this registered charity (CHY21017) is appreciated. Interested in adopting Lorg? Contact Pat or Rob at 087-3119509. Special note: The Déise Animal Sanctuary is having a fabulous raffle with prizes for pet owners and their pet! Visit the Sanctuary’s Facebook page for details and locations or stop by the Déise Animal Sanctuary Charity Shops in Dungarvan or Waterford. There are only 200 tickets being sold, so buy yours now!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Portrait of an artist … By Donal Buckley

Power O’Malley

Jimmy Mansfield, Joan Clancy, Ivan Daly with his mother Ann Daly pictured in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford where Jimmy opened Ivan’s solo exhibition Found Edges which continues Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays until December 17th and also by appointment. [RoseAnn Foley]

Sky Landscape Artist of the Year finalist Ivan Daly impresses at Joan Clancy Gallery JIMMY Mansfield performed the opening honours at Ivan Daly’s Found Edges a solo exhibition of coastal paintings in Joan Clancy Gallery overlooking Dungarvan Bay in Mweelahorna, Ring last Saturday afternoon, November 24th. Jimmy was proud to open Ivan Daly’s exhibition, as he and Ivan’s late dad Michael had journeyed together for many years playing music and singing in venues throughout Ireland and Europe. He said “Picasso said “Good artists copy, great artists steal”. There are so many different art forms: music, architecture, painting, sculpture, poetry, literature, and here Ivan Daly has captured the power and intensity of the sea. But he has neither borrowed nor stolen, his fine technique reveals a style all of his own where he expresses his response to the rich and dramatic coastline of Co. Clare”. Ivan Daly’s work is distinctive and has been very well received.

Bronagh Fleming and Alan Hackett in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, Ring, Dungarvan admiring the work in Found Edges, a solo exhibition by Bronagh’s husband Ivan Daly. Also pictured are Charlotte Clancy and Leo Clancy. The exhibition continues Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays until December 17th and also by appointment. [RoseAnn Foley] Selected for the 188th RHA Annual Exhibition 2018, he was a contestant in Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year 2015,

Joan Clancy, Jimmy Mansfield and Ivan Daly pictured in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford where Jimmy opened Ivan’s solo exhibition Found Edges which continues Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays until December 17th and also by appointment. [RoseAnn Foley]

and his work forms part of important collections across Ireland and the UK. Originally from Clonea, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, he obtained a degree from Limerick School of Art and Design in Printmaking in 1999. His debut solo show in 2017 at Triskel in Cork was a success with positive reviews in The Sunday Times and Irish Examiner. All are welcome to Joan Clancy Gallery which showcases some of Ireland’s best artists, in Mweelahorna, Ring, in the Waterford Gaeltacht near Coláiste na Rinne, Irish College and the Cunnigar. Easy parking. Ivan Daly, Found Edges: Open 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays until December 17th and also by appointment. info@joanclancygallery.com 086-8134597 www.joanclancygallery.com

MAYBE its because of the size of this country that the talented can never fully spread their wings. Maybe its because of the turbulent nature of our history that many of our most gifted people have left these shores to exploit their abilities elsewhere. Maybe its the wanderlust and thirst for adventure in the Irish spirit that sees us thriving amongst other cultures. Its difficult to believe that a Kennedy political dynasty would have been fully realised within the confines of this little island.Yet the umbilical nature of our diaspora creates a need to return to the cosy womb of Mother Ireland. Michael Augustine Power was born in Dungarvan on 19th of January 1877, although several art house websites date his birth in 1878. Michael's father, who he was named after, died when he was very young. His mother, Bridget , remarried to a man named Dennis O'Malley. The family moved to Dublin and young Michael attended the Dublin Metropolitan School Of Art. He had great affection and admiration for his stepfather and so adopted the name Power O'Malley to honour both men. The young man travelled across France and Italy honing his artistic craft, though there are no records to say where he studied. In the infant years of the 20th Century, Power O'Malley moved to New York.While there, Power studied at the National College of Art and Design under Walter Shirlaw and Robert Henri. He pursued a career in the publishing industry where he designed and created book jackets and front covers for magazines. The magazines he provided art work for were some of the most famous in the world at that time, such as, Life, Literary Digest, Harpers' and Puck. In 1904 Power O'Malley met and married Ruth Yeaton Stuart, the daughter of a Virginia judge. The couple had two children although Theo died in infancy. Their daughter Ruth grew up to be a successful short story and screen play writer. O'Malley made many trips home to Ireland for inspiration. Probably his favourite spot was Achill Island in Mayo. He also made many sketches of his hometown of Dungarvan. His first exhibition was held at the Gaelic League Hall in Rutland(Parnell)Square in 1913. As a landscape artist, O'Malley won first prize at Aonach Tailteann in 1924 Power O'Malley exhibited his work all over the USA and across Europe. His work was critically acclaimed at a show in San Antonio, Texas in 1927 and again in 1929. He was invited to the Irish Art Exhibition in Brussels in 1930. Many of his shows in New York, Texas and California were well attended and he was commissioned to paint Murals in many locations including the Sleepy Hollow Club in New York. O'Malley's work was much sought after in his adopted land. So much so that he was called to Hollywood to lend his artistry to the movie business. He was an adviser to director John Ford with regard to background settings. He was also involved with

Michael Augustine Power O’Malley Cecil B DeMille creating sets for his biblical epic "King of Kings"(1927). Many of these sets and costumes were used later in such films as "King Kong"(1933), "Gone With The Wind"(1939) and even in the Elvis Presley vehicle "Harum Scarum" in 1965. But deep down Power O'Malley was a landscape artist, with emphasis on the Irish scenery and our domestic heritage. Many of his works are to be found in private and municipal collections. As well as being a crucial part of collections at The Forth Worth Museum and the Whitt Museum of San Antonio, Texas and Vassar College in New York, O'Malley has work in The American Library of Congress in Washington D.C. We haven't been neglected on this side of the water either as his paintings are in collections in London and at The Crawford Art Gallery in Cork. There have been several revivals of Power O'Malleys back catalogue in America in this century where he remains more famous than in his native land. He died in New York in 1946 after two years of illness, but his work lives on and is being appreciated across the world, many generations later.

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Scléip 2019 – Míreanna Mealtacha i Mainistir Fhear Muí! BHÍ míreanna mealltacha ar ardán i Mainistir Fhear Maí ar an gCéadaoin 21ú Samhain 2018, ag réamhbhabhta an deiscirt de chuid Scléip Gael Linn 2019! Reáchtáladh an ócáid in Amharclann an Ionaid Óige ar an mbaile. Is comórtas tallainne é Scléip atá á eagrú go sonrach do na hiarbhunscoileanna lánGhaeilge agus Gaeltachta, le maoiniú ó Foras na Gaeilge agus atá dírithe ar na healaíona comhaimseartha. Páirteach san ócaid taitneamhach seo, bhí daltaí ó Chondae Chiarraí – Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne agus Coláiste de hÍde ó Dhaingean Uí Chúis, mar aon le Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí, Trá Lí, ó Chondae Chorcaí - Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, An Mhainisitir Thuaidh agus Gaelcholáiste Charraig Uí Leighin, ó Chill Chainnigh – Coláiste Pobail Osraí agus ó Phort Láirge – Meánscoil San Nioclás, Rinn ó gCuanach. Bhain an lucht féachana mhór ard-taitneamh ó thús deireadh as an seó bríomhar a cuireadh ós a gcomhair! Cé go raibh teannas an chomórtais le brath anois is arís, tugadh an-tacaíocht do gach iomaitheoir a chuaigh ar stáitse! Ba iad Gráinne Bleasdale, Eoin Ó Meachair agus Siobhán Ní Sheasnáin a bhí ag moltóireacht, agus bhíodar aontaithe gur baineadh ard-chaighdeán amach tríd síos! Scaoileadh dhá mhír ar aghaidh chuig an chraobh in aon rannóg d’aon chomórtas ina raibh 6 iomaitheoir/grúpa nó níos mó páirteach ann, agus rachaidh na hiomaitheoirí seo a leanas ar aghaidh, dá réir, go dtí an craobhchomórtas ar an gCéadaoin, 30ú Eanáir, in amharclann Clasach, Baile Átha Cliath – comhghairdeas leo uilig! A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le féintionlacan (Aonair) – Sóisear: Eoin Ó Murchú Ó Síocháin, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh

'Guth na nÓg', Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn - bhuadar an comórtas don 'Slua-Amhránaíocht'. A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le féintionlacan (Aonair) – Sinsear: Rebecca Ní Gharnéir, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le fuaimrian tacaíochta (Aonair) – Sóisear: Áine Ní Chadáin, Coláiste an Phiarsaigh, Gleann Maghair A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le fuaimrian tacaíochta (Aonair) – Sinsear: Abigail Ní Cheallaigh, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh.

A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le féintionlacan (Grúpaí) – Sóisear: ‘Na Sméara Dubha’, Gaelcholaiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh agus ‘Salann Mín’, Coláiste Pobail Osraí, Cill Chainnigh A m h r á n a í o c h t Comhaimseartha, le féintionlacan (Grúpaí) – Sinsear: ‘Deatach’, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh agus ‘Anlann Pasta’, Coláiste Pobail Osraí, Cill Chainnigh. Ceol Comhaimseartha (Aonair) – Sóisear: Katarina Nic Roibeaird, Pobalscoil Chorca

Grúpa amhránaíochta ó Mheánscoil San Nioclás, 'Na hIontaisí' - Ina seasamh, ó chlé: Mikey de Búrca, Méin Nic Craith, Éabha Ní Chondúin, Eve de Paor / chun tosaigh - Neela Ní Riain, Sadhbh Ní Mhaitiú, Ríoghnach Ní Thiomain, Cerys Conroy.

Dhuibhne, Daingean Uí Chúis agus Seán Ó Broin Ó Deasúnaigh, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh. Ceol Comhaimseartha (Aonair) – Sinsear: Sam Ó Briain, Gaelcholáiste Mhuire AG, Corcaigh. Slua-amhránaíocht: ‘Guth na nÓg’, Meánscoil San Nioclás, Rinn ó gCuanach. Rince Cruthaitheach (Grúpaí) – Sóisear: ‘Na Ceithre Séasúir’, Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne, Daingean Uí Chúis. Rince Cruthaitheach (Grúpaí) – Sinsear: Rinceoirí Bliain 5, Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne, Daingean Uí Chúis.

Chan Ruby Nic Aonghusa, Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn sa chomórtas amhránaíocht aonair.

Bhain Ríonadh Timmins, Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn, sult as a bheith páirteach sa chomórtas ceoil.

Grúpa eile ón Rinn - 'Fonn' - Ina seasamh, ó chlé: Molly Ní Shithigh, Gile Nic Sheáin, Ruby Ní Chorráin, Sadhbh Ní Dhuibhir / chun tosaigh - Lily Ní Thuama, Liadain Nic Fhlannchadha, Grás Ní Thuama, Corinne Toft.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

The Light of Christmas in Mount Melleray IT is with great excitement and joy that we await this beautiful evening of musical entertainment and reflection. It will be a special celebration of musical talent combined with a Christmas and Ecclesiastical theme set in the picturesque Mount Melleray Abbey. Mount Melleray Abbey is a Trappist Monastery in Ireland, founded in 1833. It is situated on the foothills of the Knockmealdown Mountains, near Cappoquin, Diocese of Co. Waterford. Today, the Abbey continues to be a tranquil, Religious and reflective place in the heart of this Community and has brought great solace and peace to the lives of so many people who have chosen to visit it. BENEFICIARY: PIETA HOUSE WATERFORD Pieta House provides free therapeutic intervention to people who present in suicidal distress and also to those who engage in selfharm. The service is free of charge. In 2006, Pieta House opened its doors in Lucan, County Dublin and since that day Pieta House has seen and helped over 30,000 people in suicidal distress or engaging in selfharm, and established twelve subsequent centres across Ireland. As it has been from day one, everything is free of charge and their staff are fully qualified and provide a professional one-to-one therapeutic service for people who are experiencing suicidal ideation, people who have attempted suicide and people who are engaging in self-harm. A doctor’s referral or a psychiatric report is not required. Pieta House are passionate about their lifesaving work. As 90% of their income comes

from fundraising events, Pieta House relies heavily on the support and encouragement of volunteers and friends of Pieta House. Pieta House’s flagship fundraiser, the phenomenon that is Darkness into Light, an event that is almost entirely organised by amazing volunteers continues to go from strength to strength. This unique event takes place just as we’re coming into summer and our spirits are being lifted. Hundreds of thousands of people have woken in the small hours of the morning and taken part in Darkness Into Light to date, and each year it touches the lives of many more in venues across the world. Darkness Into Light is very much about hope and hope is something Pieta House endeavour to give each person who comes to Pieta House in their time of need. Pieta House will help them feel more hopeful about the future as they continue to tackle the grave issue of suicide and self-harm in Ireland. Pieta House also operates the Suicide Bereavement Counselling centres that had previously been operated by Console. Pieta House provide free counselling, therapy and support to individuals, couples, families and children who have been bereaved by suicide. Pieta House also offer a Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service and the Freecall 24/7 suicide helpline 1800 247 247. Guest Speaker: Senator Joan Freeman – Founder of Pieta House 2006 Joan Freeman was born in Dublin in the 1950’s, a middle child in a family of eight children. She started her counselling experience with Accord, and loved working with married couples. After a personal tragedy, she noticed

there was a huge lack of suicide prevention services in Ireland, and went about establishing the country’s only organisation providing a free, professional, face to face, therapeutic service for people in the acute stages of distress. In 2006, Joan set up Pieta House, the Centre for the Prevention of Self-harm or Suicide. Having brought the service to such great heights, and having helped thousands of people in suicidal distress, in 2015 Joan readjusted her focus and brought the wonderful work of Pieta House to the US, opening up Solace House in 2017. In more recent times, she has found a new and exciting purpose in her role as Senator in Seanad Éireann. AFTERNOON SCHEDULE SUNDAY, 9th DECEMBER The Evening is set to commence at 3.00 p.m. with a whole host of Musical entertainment on offer to suit all musical preferences. Musical Director: Mairead Cullinane LLCM. Opening Address by Lord Abbot Dom Richard Purcell. Master of Ceremonies: Mr Jack Aherne. Followed by Performances by: Tallow Parish Choir accompanied and Directed by Mairead Cullinane. Songs: Whispering Hope, The Weaver, Christmas Hallelujah sung by Michael Murphy. Melleray Folk Choir accompanied and Directed by Margaret Cullinane. Songs: Mary’s Boy Child, When a Child is Born, I have a Dream, Silent Night. Frank Ryan accompanied by Father

Richard Purcell Solo: A Star was his Candle. Take Note accompanied by Danielle Lyndon, Conducted by Mark Lyndon. Songs: The Parting Glass, The Drummer Boy. Frank Ryan accompanied by Father Richard Purcell Solo: Mille Cherbini In Coro. Voice-over accompanied by Richard Bunn, Conducted by Cordelia Burke. Songs: Christmas Lullaby (Rutter), Sing Ding a Dong, (Shaw Bailey). Ballyhooly Church Choir accompanied by Mark Lyndon, Conducted by Danielle Lyndon Songs: In The Bleak Mid Winter, Good Christian Men Rejoice. Frank Ryan and Liz O’Hara accompanied By Father Richard Purcell. Song: The Prayer. The Cullinane Family accompanied and Directed by Margaret Cullinane. Song: O Danny Boy, The Voice of An Angel, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Instrumentalists: Celia Cullinane (Concertina), Roisin O’Rourke (Violin), Margaret Cullinane (Violin),Treasa Fitzgerald (Flute), Michelle Cullinane (Flute), Emily Aherne (Guitar). Reflections: Brother John Dineen, Father Denis Luke, Brother Edmund Costin. Final Medley - Soloists: Christine O’Flynn, Frank Ryan, Tallow Parish Choir, Melleray Folk Choir, Take Note, Voice-over, Ballyhooly Church Choir, accompanied by

Father Richard Purcell. Songs: Hark The Herald Angels Sing, Jerusalem, O Holy Night, Joy To The World, O Come all Ye Faithful. Under the direction of Mairead Cullinane whose musical direction has been involved in Church Music over many years, Mairead’s first involvement was singing in the choir in Mount Melleray Abbey and has written many Liturgical Pieces. Last Year Mairead launched a CD with Tallow Parish Choir and is honoured to be involved in Today’s concert, The Light of Christmas in aid of Pieta House. Conducted By: Mairead Cullinane. WITH SPECIAL THANKS It is at this juncture, we the Organising Committee responsible for bringing this Music and Reflective evening to Mount Melleray Abbey, wish to most sincerely express our deepest gratitude and thanks to Father Richard Purcell, Lord Abbot of Mount Melleray Abbey for allowing such a unique and prestigious event to take place within the confines of Mount Melleray Abbey and we also are delighted and honoured to have Joan Freeman addressing us on this momentous occasion and we thank Joan most sincerely for her time, dedication, love and commitment to Pieta House since its formation in 2006. Retirement Collection for Pieta House at the exit door as people leave, please support this worthy cause. For Further Information please contact, Mairead Cullinane 087 2425599 Rudy Lyons 086 9699935 We wish you a Happy and Peaceful Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.

50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA

About to cut the Cake at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA are Nora Curtin, Guild President, Kathleen Connery, a founding member of the Guild and Noeline Power, Federation President. [Tom Keith]

Noeline Power, Federation President presents a bouquet of flowers to Kit Kiely, only surviving founding member of the first Glenbeg Guild at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA last Friday night. [Tom Keith]

Noeline Power, Federation President presents a bouquet of flowers to Nora Curtin, Guild President the at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA last Friday night. [Tom Keith] Noeline Power, Federation President presents a bouquet of flowers to the first Guild Secretary at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA last Friday night. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA are Ann Ryan, daughter of Mrs. McCarthy, First President of the Guild accepting a bouquet [Tom Keith] of flowers from Federation President Noeline Power.

Noeline Power, Federation President presents a commemorative scroll to Guild President, Nora Curtin at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg [Tom Keith ICA last Friday.

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Karim Hassan Breathnach takes part in the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

Volunteers who helped out at the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow THE first Christmas Childrens’ Novelty Tractor Run (according to our research) in the South East took place recently on Main Street Dungarvan. Children were invited to bring tractors and rideons to this event for a “leisurely peddle” on Saturday, 24th November, with prizes on offer to the best decorated vehicles! Needless to say, the effort was superb from participants who obviously took the presentation of their vehicles very seriously.

Canopies, Santa’s, Signage were plentiful as too was tinsel and twinkly lights ensuring each participant was unique and noticed! The attendance surpassed the expectations of the organisers, though they still managed to give each child who registered a gift sponsored by Murphy’s Toymaster. Following registration drivers and vehicles were corralled into a space for safety before the 4.00 p.m. kick off which saw drivers

Callum Breathnach takes part in the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

Frank Murphy, Noreen Murphy, Luisne Murphy and Aodhan Murphy pictured at the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

Paddy Power takes part in the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

pedal down to Garveys SuperValu entrance and then back up. Families travelled not only within the area of the hinterland (urban and agricultural) but also long distances such as Cashel and Cork to participate! This was an event where the magic and innocence of children was truly captured. “As soon as this idea came into my head at a Dungarvan Aglow meeting I knew the right man to drive it (pardon the pun). So, I swiftly went up Pat Murphy of Murphy’s Toymaster who came on board immediately,” says Jenny Beresford of Dungarvan Chamber. We hope that they will long remember driving a tractor down Main Street in Dungarvan and

that this event will become an annual one. Stewarding on the day was provided by Dungarvan Aglow, Dungarvan Tidy Towns, Dungarvan Men’s Shed and some Main Street Traders. Main organiser, Pat Murphy of Murphy’s Toymaster, said “we were delighted to be involved in running the inaugural ‘Children's Novelty Tractor Run’ on Main Street. The effort put in by the children was fantastic and the reward for us, as organisers, was to see so many children going home happy after another FREE fun event during Dungarvan Aglow. Such is the initial feedback, we already believe next year’s event will be a highlight of the 2019 Dungarvan Aglow calendar of events.”

Jamie Cliffe and Ben Cliffe take part in the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

Sam Cushnahan Fitzgerald takes part in the Main Street Children’s Tractor Run, organised by Murphy’s Toymaster in association with Dungarvan Aglow. [Dan McGrath]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Hermitage Green live on Friday, January 4th at Theatre Royal Waterford HAILING from Limerick, Hermitage Green have made a large impact in a short period of time. After having released their first full length album via SONY Ireland and watching it climb the charts with tracks like Quicksand, Not Your Lover, and Save Your Soul, the band has been touring internationally to sold out rooms across Ireland, the UK, Middle East, Australia and the US. Now the band is back after having spent months in world renowned Rockfield Studios in Wales where their new recordings share company with the likes of Queen, Robert Plant and many others.With Grammy winning producer Matt Lawrence (Adele, Amy Winehouse, Mumford & Sons) at the helm of

this record, the band has created an EP entitled Gold & Rust consisting of 6 progressive sonic masterpieces. 2018 will see the band continuing to tour the globe. “Gold & Rust” - the title was inspired by a lyric that Darragh Griffin wrote in the song 'Bring It On Down'. I suppose as an album title it represents the many contrasts of being in a band in 2017. The ups and downs, highs and lows, whatever you want to call it... From playing the mainstage at Electric Picnic, to getting laughed out the door of a bank when looking for a mortgage. From walking out of a sold-out Olympia Theatre in Dublin, to playing to 7 people in a town somewhere in the U.S. From telling your bandmates you love them and would do anything for them, to trying to kill

your bandmates because they piss you off sometimes. 'Gold & Rust' is the dichotomy between the struggle and the absolute privilege of doing what you love for a living.” - Dan Murphy of Hermitage Green Now the guys are set to take to the stage of Theatre Royal Waterford this January for a night that promises not to disappoint music lovers… Tickets on sale now! Starts at 8.00 p.m.Tickets: €24 available from Box Office/Tel: 051-874402 or www.theatreroyal.ie

Pictured at the Launch of ONLY FOOLS ON SCOOTERS SCOOTER CLUB 11th Annual Toy Run to UHW are Club members (l. to r.): Stephen Prendergast, Kevin Hayes and Tommy McGrath and John McGrath (Downey’s Bar).

Only Fools on Scooters Ceili Fundraiser for Solas Cancer Centre Scooter Club 11th Annual Toy Run to UHW

Dancing at a Ceili held in Kill on Sunday, 25th November. The event was organised by Ned and Kate Connors of Ballyvoile to raise funds for SOLAS. [Michael Loftus]

SATURDAY, December 1st, Downey’s of Main St., Dungarvan, joins with the Only Fools on Scooters Scooter Club to celebrate eleven years since the ﬁrst scooter toy run was organised by Kevin Hayes of the club. Kevin says “Every year there are countless children and their parents who spend Christmas in hospital all over the country. We just want to do our best to help those in University Hospital Waterford have as happy a Christmas as possible in their circumstances.” This Saturday, December 1st, sees the local scooter club meet up with the scooter clubs in Waterford and surrounding areas to drive together to UHW to

deliver toys to the Paediatric ward for the eleventh time. To mark the occasion Downey’s has agreed to host an evening of musical fun for the club, their friends and anyone who enjoys great toe tapping rhythms! Local musician Kieran Eaton will start the evening with a DJ set of ska, reggae and soul music accompanied by live saxophone. Colin Doyle, lead singer with The Modfathers, will follow with a set of hits from artists including The Jam, The Who and many more. Colin will be joined in an unrehearsed session by Kieran Eaton (bass guitar and saxophones) and Dermot Dwyer

(drums), both members of local bands The Gobshites, Loungeroom Lizards and The Toniks. A great night of entertainment is guaranteed, and festivities will commence at approximately 9.00 p.m. There is a collection box located in Dungarvan Credit Union if anyone wants to donate Toys to the collection. All involved would like to thank Dungarvan Cinema, Dungarvan Credit Union, The Moorings Bar, McKenna Computers and Downey’s Bar for enabling this night and Kevin Hayes for his relentless efforts in organising this charity event every year.

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School presents ‘All Shook Up’

Ned Connors of Ballyvoile with Clare Shanahan (representing SOLAS) at a Ceili organised by Ned and his wife Kate to raise funds for the organisation. The event was held in Kill on Sunday, 25th November. [Michael Loftus]

Ned Connors of Ballyvoile speaking at a Ceili held in Kill on Sunday, 25th November. The event was organised by Ned and his wife Kate to raise funds for SOLAS. [Michael Loftus]

THE talented students of Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School are currently busy at classes getting ready for their end of term production All Shook Up the rock n roll musical packed with all the classic hits of the legend Elvis Presley that will be staged at The Sports Centre Dungarvan for four nights from Wednesday 23rd to Saturday, 26th January at 7.30 p.m. nightly. Tickets will go on sale on Thursday 13th December at The Wine Buff and Kelly's Pharmacy Abbeyside and early booking is strongly recommended. The stage school is now in it's tenth year and have built up a huge reputation for the very high quality of their productions to date and All Shook Up is shaping up to be another must see musical from the talented students of the stage school. We are now taking names for our new term that will commence at the end of January and run until

June, we cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 in our classes that take place every Monday and Wednesday in St Josephs School Dungarvan. Places are limited in all our classes and are filling up fast so don't delay and secure your place today by calling Brian or David on 0872360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students from Dungarvan and the West Waterford area cant be wrong. We have a strong emphasis n confidence building, having fun and making new friends while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented, experienced and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit the students way and beyond the world of the stage and rehearsal room. Let The Fun Begin.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

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Dungarvan Singers Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan Club Christmas Nativity Rocks Party in Merry’s By Tamara Ní Shíocháin

Donal Clancy and Bobby Gardiner star! TWO of our regular and most popular guests will be the star attractions for our annual Christmas Party Bash, which features instrumental music as well as singing and has the appropriate seasonal atmosphere with free mulled wine and finger food. Our stars for the night will be Donal Clancy and Bobby Gardiner. Donal, illustrious son of an illustrious father – himself a lynchpin in the history of Irish and indeed world music, the great Liam Clancy – is carving a great name for himself as a really fabulous artist in his own right, irrespective of his credentials as a member of Irish music's most revered dynasty. He has launched several of his amazing albums with us in the Dungarvan Singers Club, both in Dillon's and Merry's and has graced us with his presence also as a member of Cor na bhFear many times. His voice and guitar are of such quality that you're sure to be entranced on the 3rd of December in Merry's. As if you needed more encouragement, we will again feature the great Bobby Gardiner, accordionplayer and melodeon-player supreme, who is without parallel as a custodian of the revered, oldstyle, melodic music which has come down to us through many generations, in the Irish countryside. His style is timeless, universally satisfying and yet captures the essence of the ancient tradition and ways of rural Ireland. He is like the spirit, the genie, of Irish traditional music and represents it better than anyone I know! His appearance with us at the DSC Christmas party has become legendary over the last few years, and I really decided to make it a regular event because, though Bobby has two daughters married locally and has a long association with the area, having taught the great majority of local box-players, he has no regular gig in town and is very rarely seen in the area.

Donal Clancy

Bobby Gardiner

So come along on the 3rd and avail of this superb opportunity of seeing not one but two living legends of Irish music performing upstairs in Merry's Bar and Restaurant, Lr., Main St., Dungarvan from 8pm until close. Come early and enjoy a really gorgeous meal at Merry’s, where the food is unmatched in its excellence. The ambience of the Upper Room is the stuff that dreams are made of; it really is the ideal setting for music events such as these. It has all the hallmarks of a folk club of the very best calibre and is rapidly becoming the new Lobby Bar. There is a great chance, also, that there will be more than two living legends present; as we are issuing a warm invitation to all musicians and singers and performers of all kinds to come along, bring their instruments, their voices and their props, and join in the festivities to their hearts content (and ours!). So come along, sing, play, perform or simply listen (if you're too shy to take part in any way). We need an audience very badly, all performers do! And besides, we need people to eat all the lovely free food and mulled wine very very kindly provided by our wonderful genial host Emilene, who is busily making Merry's one of the highlights and hotspots of this gorgeous town, already famous as a Centre of Culture, including food culture

and entertainment, hospitality and good cheer. “Fungarvan” is understating the case. As I always say, Dungarvan is rapidly becoming one of the great Centres of Culture, entertainment and welcoming vibes in the whole country. The centre of the universe has shifted from Delphi to the other “D” site, Dungarvan. So please continue to support and encourage this great burgeoning of our town, always outstanding, but of late, really coming into its own as one of the most beautiful, enthralling, inviting parts of the country. After a great night's entertainment, everyone always says: “Where would you get it?” Well now we know the answer is “Dungarvan”. And in particular “Merry's”. So, at the beginning of December, the festive season, get ready to “make merry”. And where better to make merry than in Merry's, for the Dungarvan Singers Club Christmas Bash, on December the 3rd, at 8pm. Be there or be square! DON'T FORGET: Dungarvan Singers Club Christmas Party featuring special guests Donal Clancy (vocals / guitar) and Bobby Gardiner (accordion / melodeon) upstairs in Merry's Bar and Restaurant, Lr. Main St., Dungarvan on Monday, December 3rd at 8.00 p.m. sharp. Absolutely free, with free mulled wine / finger food. Don’t miss it!

Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Appeal Update AS most of you know, the Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Appeal is in full swing with Music Nights and Table Quizzes taking place around the West Waterford area. Thanks for your continued support! As you may have also noticed, there are a small army of Lions Club members visiting all the businesses in the area requesting support for the Christmas Appeal from the business community. And initial reports indicate a strong show of support for this very worthwhile cause, as usual! Don’t forget to buy your tickets for the “Monster Raffle” with

amazing prizes again this year (1 for €5, 3 for €10).Tickets will be available for sale from all Lions Club members or outside the SuperValu in Cappoquin on 30th November or outside the SuperValu in Dungarvan on December 6th and 7th. The big draw will take place again this year in the Dungarvan Shopping Centre Plaza on Thursday, December 20th (You need not be present to win). Finally, a big “Thank you” to the folks at Ó Murchú Sport’s Bar, Dungarvan for their fundraising on Saturday 17th in aid of our Christmas Appeal. A

great night was had at the John Henderson Challenge event and Dungarvan Lions wish to thank all concerned, especially Ciara, Timmy, Michael and of course all the participants.

Is é Nativity Rocks an ceathrú scannán den sraith Nativity. Bhí sé stiúrtha agus scríofa ag Debbie Isitt agus b’iad Simon Lipkin, Brian Bartle, Daniel Boys, Ramin Karimloo, Rupert Turnbull, Celia Imrie, Craig Revel Horwood, Anna Chancellor, Hugh Dennis agus Ruth Jones na príomhcharactair sa scannán seo. Am Nollaig atá ann i gCoventry agus tá na daltaí agus an fhoireann ag iarradh páirt a fháil sa seó. Tá scoil naomh Bernadette ag glacadh páirt i gcomórtas chun an teideal “Christmas Town of the Year” a fháil do bhaile Coventry. Ina theannta sin, tá cúpla sub-plota le feiceáil mar is diva é Emanuel Cavendish (moltóir an chomórtais), tá cúntóir an mhúinteora, Jerry Poppy, ag lorg tí agus teaghlaigh agus tá Doru (teifeach Siriach)

ag lorg a athar mar bhí said scartha óna chéile. Níl aon dabht ach go bhfuil an scannán seo greannmhar do pháistí óga ach tá sé dírithe ar an lucht féachana sin amháin mar tá sé an-pháistiúil in áiteanna. É sin ráite, fiosraíonn siad saincheisteanna na huaire leis an sub-plota faoi Doru agus a athar agus tá sé sin suimiúil agus brónach. Ach tríd is tríd tá an iomarca ag tarlú sa scannán agus tá sé do pháistí óga amháin. Ráta 2.5/5

Shakespeare’s “Anthony and Cleopatra” From NTLive: Thursday, December 6th at 7.00 p.m. By Jim Ryan THE Shakespeare feast at SGC just goes on and on; the “Troilus and Cressida” from Stratford a couple of weeks ago was, by virtually unanimous opinion, one of the greatest productions/performances of a Shakespeare play that any of us had ever seen – it was a joy from beginning to end; the acting and the vocal work we saw can rarely have been bettered. Eugene and his team continue to bring theatrical treasures to us. And now we have, from NTLive, “Anthony and Cleopatra”, a magical play which has some of the most beautiful poetry ever penned by any writer; it promises to be a treat. And it features the great Ralph Fiennes as Anthony! Of “Anthony and Cleopatra”, the writer, scholar and critic, Marchette Chute, has summarised superbly the elements in the play that make it so attractive to succeeding generations of playgoers:“It tells the story of rulers so mighty that they divided the world among them and of a love so gigantic and tempestuous that it dragged armies and navies after them like toys. It is one of the most magnificent of the tragedies, a glittering, golden piece of work whose people and whose poetry are worthy of the theme, and it is dominated by that most enchanting and outrageous of women, Cleopatra, queen of Egypt.” I saw the wonderful Patrick Stewart in London about ten years ago give a marvellous performance as Anthony. “Anthony and Cleopatra”, is one of Shakespeare’s later plays, from the years 1607/8. Its eponymous lead roles are two of the most coveted in the whole theatrical canon: John Phillip Kemble, Gielgud, Olivier, Michael Gambon, Anthony Hopkins, Michael Redgrave and Mark Rylance are some of the male theatrical legends who have played Anthony. Edith Evans,Vivien Leigh, Peggy Ashcroft, Helen Mirren, Glenda Jackson, Janet Suzman, Vanessa Redgrave and Judi Dench have been among the most famed Cleopatras. The English critic, Michael Billington, rates the Dench/Hopkins and Ashcroft/Redgrave pairings as amongst the greatest ever to undertake the roles. The play is set in Rome, Alexandria, Arhens and Actium and in various parts of the Roma Empire. The events follow directly from the ending of “Julius Caesar”:The conspirators against Caesar, Brutus and Cassius, are dead and the Empire is ruled by a triumvirate of Anthony, Octavius and Lepidus. In Alexandria, Anthony, infatuated by the Egyptian Queen, Cleopatra, is forgetful of his duty to Rome. But news of events in Italy and in Asia Minor, followed by the news of the death of his wife, Fulvia, in Rome, make it imperative to leave his paramour. In Rome, Anthony and Octavius decide to cement their alliance by having the former marry the latter’s sister, Octavia. Trouble is brewing from Pompey, their chief enemy in Rome and Anthony and Octavius come to peace terms with him. In Egypt, meanwhile,

Cleopatra is enraged by news of Anthony’s. Anthony goes to Athens on a military mission but soon hears that Octavius has renewed the war against Pompey and made a prisoner of the third of the triumvirates, Lepidus. Octavia is sent back to Rome to help restore peace between her brother and her husband. However, a besotted Anthony has “done a runner” to Alexandria. Octavius feels insulted by Anthony’s behaviour towards his sister and before long a state of open warfare exists between the two. They fight a great sea battle at Actium in the course which Cleopatra’s squadron flees. Anthony is defeated and one of the world’s great love stories comes to its grand but tragic ending accompanied by some timeless poetry that has been loved for over four centuries. Despite their all-too-human failings, Anthony and Cleopatra are seen as being among the great romantic lovers of world history; she is selfish and devious and he a “strumpet’s fool”.Yet the power of their love has captivated and charmed the ages. But they are noble in defeat, unlike the cold and calculating Octavius who will sacrifice everything for power. Anthony’s helplessness before Cleopatra’s charms causes his tragedy but the beauty of Shakespeare’s verse in the unfolding of the tale gives us poetic magic that will endure forever. So, it’s “Anthony and Cleopatra”, a magical play which has some of the most beautiful poetry ever penned; it promises to be in a treat. Because of diverse settings and large cast of characters, we don’t get all that many opportunities to see it staged – hence, the rare chance to see it from a famous theatre and with a great cast. As well, what serious lover of great acting will want to miss Ralph Fiennes’ stepping into the shoes of his great predecessors as Anthony. All Live at the SGC! Unmisssable, methinks!

SCHOOL NEWS Árd Scoil na nDéise student receives Award from Trinity College Dublin THE Board of Management and staff of Ard Scoil na nDéise would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations to Clodagh Curran on her recent award from Trinity College Dublin. Clodagh sat the Leaving Certificate in June 2018 and is now studying Maths and English at Trinity College Dublin. Having obtained in excess of six hundred points, Clodagh was already recognised at our school awards night in October for her outstanding Leaving Certificate results. On Wednesday, 21st November, Clodagh was again given recognition for her Leaving Certificate results at The Award of the 2018 Entrance Exhibitions at Trinity College Dublin. It was a wonderful occasion and was richly deserved recognition for all of Clodagh’s hard work. It must be said that Clodagh applied herself with great diligence not alone during Sixth Year but throughout her time in Ard Scoil na nDéise. In addition to her academic success, we must also acknowledge Clodagh’s exceptional contribution to sport in the Ard Scoil. She was always a great team player and a motivator of her team mates both on and off the pitch. We are so proud of her achievements and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for Clodagh!

Clodagh Curran pictured with her parents Pat and Margaret Curran and Principal Ms. Jennifer O'Keeffe at the Entrance Exhibitions at Trinity College Dublin.

Scoil Gharbhain – Comhgháirdeachas le h-Isabell agus Aoibhín a bhuaigh duais breá sa chomórtas Ealaíne an Chomhair Chreidmheasa.

Pictured is Iona Ritchie, Newtown School, Waterford winner of the Lions Club Young Ambassador Award 2018 and the Michael Collins Memorial Trophy receiving her award from Eoin O'Neill President, Waterford Lion's Club. [John Power]

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ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Senior Ladies Football CONGRATULATIONS to our Senior Ladies Football team who beat Castleisland Community College in the quarter final of the championship in Glenroe GAA pitch in County Limerick on Monday, 19th November on a scoreline of St. Declan’s 4-7 to Castleisland 3-5. The game started with St. Declan’s dominating the game in the first quarter with a fantastic point from Jade Queally. Hayley Phelan then scored the next two goals and a point from frees. Castleisland fought back and at half time St Declan’s led 2-5 to Castleisland 1-4. The second half began and we played more of a defensive game to try and keep them out of our goal. Our captain Roisin Dunphy played a fantastic game in centre back and was supported well by Caoimhe Hassett and Jade Queally along with all of her defence team. Tao Behan was back to her usual self with a wonderful display of football and scored the winning goal in the last few minutes of the game, her sister Hannah Mai started in forwards and got a lovely point early in the game. Our super sub Mia Lenihan scored a wonderful goal when we really needed it. St. Declan’s now advance to the semi final which will be played in the middle of December. JUNIOR LADIES FOOTBALL Hard luck to our Junior Ladies Football team who failed to advance to the quarter final of the Junior Championship. We narrowly lost out by one point when we were beaten by Presentation Mitchelstown on Friday, 16th November in Clonmel Óg pitch. We played a poor first half with nothing going right for us. We came out in the second half and we were a completely different team, we dominated from the word go and we clawed back with scores from Ciara Sheahan, Ellen Boylan, Hayley Phelan, Jane Kirwan and a fantastic penalty from Kasey Brasil. Katie O’Callaghan, Kasey Mulhearne and Bevan Bowdren played their hearts out in

defence. Allanah McGrath and Hayley Phelan worked so hard to help set up the scores. It was so disappointing when the final whistle blew to lose by just one point as the girls gave it their all in that second half. Final score St. Declan’s Community College 4-5 to Presentation Mitchelstown 5-3. GIRLS SENIOR SOCCER MATCH ST. DECLAN’S -VTHE FRIARY The girls soccer team went up against a very strong friary team. For the first 10-20 minutes we held most of the possession and had some great plays from Hayley Phelan and Kate Foley. Erika Kiely really showed she deserved captain of the team and she kept the back four organised. Unfortunately the weather turned terrible with some hailstones but the girls kept going. Half-time 0-0, the girls dominated the first half. First years, Ella Cotter and Kaci Brazil proved themselves and held the midfield very well. Mia Lenihan had some very good shots and corners on the goal but unfortunately it didn’t go her way with some great defending from the Friary. Emily Power made some great tackles and was very strong in defence. Sarah Sullivan came on in the second half and played a great game in defence. Unfortunately we conceded two soft goals but that was no fault of our keeper Shiona Hearne who made some great saves. We also want to mention Ella Cotter who was woman of the match she controlled the midfield. COLLEGE AWARENESS WEEK IN ST. DECLAN’S College Awareness Week got off to a flying start in St. Declan’s with a Scavenger hunt for 1st Years. Photographs of past students along with the course and college they were attending were hidden around the school. A short questionnaire had to be filled in by first years with lots of prizes for all taking part. On Wednesday, 6th year students attended Solas to see

Students pictured outside 20ten Studio and Gallery.

Ladies Football team. the workshops and learn about apprenticeships and courses on offer there. Thursday saw 5th and T.Y. students attend “CareersExpo” in Colaiste Chathail Naofa, Dungarvan. Students had an opportunity to meet with representatives from colleges from all regions of the country. Gardai, Army and local employers were also in attendance to discuss future opportunities with students. Lots of food for thought after the event!! Our 6th Years went to WIT and Waterford College of Further Education Open Day events on Friday. This gave a great chance to have questions answered by lectures from the colleges. CAO application time is approaching so this will be of help in deciding on their course choices. Waterford College of Education has lots of new courses on offer and it was great to be able to see their facilities. Second and third year students had classroom based activities delivered by our Guidance Counsellors so all in all a busy week for St. Declan’s students. 3rd IN TAILTEANN GAMES FOR KYLIE HEINEN Kylie Heinen is Transition Year student. Kylie represented St. Declan’s in the school's athletics in the high jump, won the counties and then went on to compete in the Tailteann games AllIreland competition. She came in 3rd place. This is a fantastic achievement for Kylie. She has

been invited to attend a training camp with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany for a week. Well done to Kylie and good luck with the training camp. ST. DECLAN’S KILMACTHOMAS TY STUDENTS EXHIBIT AT GALLERY 20TEN Students from St. Declan’s were delighted to work in conjunction with Gallery 20ten to host an exhibition of visual artwork by Transition Year students from St. Declan’s and Waterford schools, over ninety students from Waterford took part. The four week programme began with an exploration of the sense of freedom, fun and achievement felt during the Summer once the Junior Cert exams were over. Memories of long sunny days playing sports, climbing mountains, learning to surf etc. were captured on paper, creating shapes and patterns. The series of four workshops were developed and facilitated by visual artist Christine O’Brien as part of Waterford City and County Council’s Secondary Schools programme. O’Brien’s art installation at Gallery 20ten presents the studet work as a series of statements. ‘Flutter Be’ runs until November 30th and Gallery 20ten is open Friday 1.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Group visits can be arranged by appointment - text Christine on 086-8197378.

Students from St. Declan’s Community College pictured in 20ten Studio and Gallery.

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DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Drama Club EVERY Monday after school the drama group meet to step outside the world of Dungarvan CBS and into the many worlds that drama has to offer them. Here you can see some wonderful participation from the students involved. TRANSITION YEAR WALKING TRIP TO THE COMERAGH MOUNTAINS Our Transition year students took part in splendid tour of the Comeragh Mountains on Thursday of last week. The group were led by the excellent tour guide Mario, Muddyboots Guided Tours, on an excellent trip around the lakes and streams of the Comeraghs. This was an excellent opportunity for the lads to see the surrounding landscape. An excellent day was had by all and some spectacular scenes were seen despite some fog and mist!

Dungarvan CBS Drama Club.

TY Walking Group at the foot of the Comeraghs.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Under 19 Ladies Soccer St. Declan's Kilmac 2; St. Augustine's College 0. Congratulations to our Under 19 Ladies' Soccer team who secured a convincing victory over St. Declan's Kilmacthomas in the Munster Schools' Southern Soccer league. FASHION FOCUS WORKSHOP Transition Year students enjoyed an interesting Workshop called "Fashion Focus" delivered by Suzi Spratt of ECO UNESCO. The object was to raise awareness of the environmental impact of the fashion industry. ECO-UNESCO aims to raise environmental awareness, understanding and knowledge among young people, promote the protection and conservation of the environment and support the personal development of young people through practical environmental projects and activities. promote the ideals of UNESCO. MR. FRANK GALVIN RIP The Friary community wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family of Mr Frank Galvin, Springfield,Youghal, Co. Cork. Frank was a most esteemed member of the teaching staff of St Augustine’s College. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Ladies Football Team.

Kilrossanty National School – Junior and Senior Infants getting ready for the Hallowe'en eyeball race with members of 6th Class.

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN

Physical Education WE are very lucky in St. Marys to be able to offer our children a variety of physical education workshops in addition to our weekly teacher-led lessons. Our students have been receiving soccer coaching from Katie, Brendan and the two Ciarans! Spikeball has now started with Rebecca, Katie, Alan and Dylan, much to the enjoyment of all. The fifth class girls completed a course of five cycling lessons with Dermot and Niall over the last few weeks. They completed the last lesson on Thursday. As part of the training they safely navigated the busy Spring Roundabout and a number of T-Junctions.The girls had good fun learning how to stay safe on the road. Zumba classes started last Friday with Lada so our girls in 3rd, 3rd/4th and 4th classes as well as their teachers can learn some fun moves while getting exercise.

Our friends from Le Chéile Playschool enjoyed their visit to see our chicks and create some "hatching art".

Who's that hiding over there? Some of our little chicks playing hide and seek with the children from Le Chéile.

Our friends from Le Chéile Playschool enjoyed their visit to see our chicks and create some "hatching art".

CHICKS ARE THRIVING There has been huge interest in our chicks and the children have been astounded by their growth over the last week. It has been lovely to see their little personalities emerging and we will really miss them as they return to life on Nore Valley farm. No doubt they will enjoy telling their other animal buddies about the fun adventure they had in St. Marys! A sincere thank you to Ms. Veale for organising the project and also to the lovely people at Nore Valley for facilitating this wonderful experience.

Coach Katie hard at work!

G a r ra n b a n e N S

Great fun was had last week during Science Week with all classes participating in various experiments. Thank you to Ard Scoil for inviting us to their Science Week Presentation. Also in other news there is huge progess in our new school with the roof also ready for tiling. Exciting times ahead.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

ST. JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

School Calendar

OUR school calendar is on sale from the school at €10 and will make a great Christmas present. It contains pictures of all the boys and a class photo. Thanks to all those parents that have already supported our fundraiser. CHRISTMAS CAKE SALE We are having our Christmas Cake sale on the 14th December for the boys and we are also having a coffee morning for parents that morning as well. CHRISTMAS RAFFLE We will be holding a Christmas Raffle in conjunction with our cake sale and prizes will include hampers, vouchers for the cinema, and a Christmas cake.

Ballyduff Upper Parents’ Association Christmas Fare

Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside, 1st place.

Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents’ Association THE Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents’ Association held the second of their annual inter-school quiz season on Wednesday, 14th November. A fun night was had by all, with a record number of 4th class students in attendance from many local schools. Angela O’Donovan did a great job as quizmaster and after a close tie break Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside secured both 1st and 2nd place, with Cul Na Smear

BALLYDUFF Upper Parents’ Association are hosting a Christmas Fare on Sunday, December 9th from 12.00 noon - 4.00 p.m. There will be many stalls available on the day catering for all those last minute Christmas presents. Also Breeda Morgan from Frank Morgan photography Fermoy will be in attendance to capture your special family photo for only €10 please book a slot with Louise on 086-1859727. Also we have a Santa phone booth for all the boys and girls to chat to Santa for just €3 please book in with Louise to secure your time. Lots of homemade baking on the day, tea, coffee and hot chocolate. Free entry.

Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside, 2nd place.

Pictured during Science Week with WIT Waterford Institute of Technology. Pictured at the Dungarvan Town Hall during Science Week with James Soper, The Juggling Scientist. Pictured with James Soper are Pascal Roche, Aisling Galvin, Niamh Quirke from Clonea Power NS. [Patrick Browne]

Cul na Smear Primary School – 3rd place.

Primary school in third place. Well done to all involved and many thanks to everyone (including the parents who brought all the children) who made the time to come and support the event. We are very much looking forward to the upcoming 5th / 6th class quiz on 16th January 2019 – all local schools have details and we hope to see another great turn out. Finally, we would like to say a big thank

you to all our sponsors, who continue to show great support, and we hope all friends of the school can show reciprocal support to – Meades Café, The Park Hotel, Toymaster, Café Bliss, Cass n Co, Venture, Perks Entertainment Centre, Clonea Hotel, O’Briens, Eurospar Abbeyside, Centra Abbeyside, Supervalu, Interlude, McDonalds, Eden Cafe & The Greenway Cafe.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Pupils from Carriglea National School who supported the Christmas Shoe Box Appeal.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

MARY O’CONNOR (nee Dunford) High Street, Stradbally, and “Amberley,” Pulla, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Mary O’Connor, wife of the late Donal O’Connor, which sad event occurred on Saturday, 24th November, 2018. Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, 28th November, 2018, in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, at 12 noon and burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private on Wednesday morning please. To her son Michael; daughters Rosaleen and Elizabeth; sons-in-law Graham and Dave; grandsons, grand-daughter, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan

Waterford College of Further Education – Pictured is Grainne Phelan, Dungarvan, who received a Childcare Level 5 Certificate at the recent WCFE Graduations. Included are Jimmy and Rosemary Phelan. [John Power]

1st Sunday of Advent: Jeremiah 33:14-16 - I will make a virtuous Branch grow for David. 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2 - May the Lord confirm your hearts in holiness when Christ comes. Luke 21: 2528;34-36 - Your liberation is near at hand. November: November is the Month of the Holy Souls. Please make an effort to attend daily Mass on at least, on one day during this last week of November to pray for your loved ones who have died. Holy Souls Novena: The three remaining Masses of the nine Masses for the souls of the faithful departed will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church on Wednesday, November 28th at 7.30 p.m. and on Thursday and Friday, November 29th and 30th at 9.30 a.m. We invite you to visit the prayer space devoted to the Holy Souls at the top of the church near the confession box. First Sunday of Advent: Next Sunday, 2nd December is the First Sunday of Advent and the beginning of a new Church year. Advent: The word ‘Advent’ means ‘Coming’. When we hear of Advent, we think of the coming of God among us in the Child of Bethlehem on that first Christmas night. We recall a past event: In the present, we focus on God’s coming into our lives each day. He is God with us each day. We celebrate a past event: In the present, we focus on God’s coming into our lives each day. He is God with us each day. We celebrate a present reality: As we look to the future, we look to the second coming of Jesus at the end of time, to judge the living and the dead. We look to the future: Advent has a past, a present and a future to it. Alpha: Preparations continue to be made for the hosting of an Alpha Programme in the parish in January. An invitation to explore life, faith and God. If you’ve got questions, come to Alpha. No cost. No pressure. No judgment. 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 058-42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

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Waterford College of Further Education – Pictured is Rebecca Hogan, Ballymacarbry, who graduated at the recent WCFE Graduations. [John Power]

Waterford College of Further Education – Graduates Rebecca Dalton and Taylor Power, Portlaw, Intellectual Disability Practice, pictured at the recent WCFE graduations. [John Power]

“Jesus Christ is the same today as he was yesterday and as he will be forever.” – A sentence from the letter of the Hebrews, and a good quotation to keep in mind as we begin Advent. Advent is the official, liturgical preparation for celebrating the coming of Christ at Christmas. Someone may possibly object, if only in their own mind, in their secret thoughts, that Jesus came, about 2000 years ago, and so it’s a past event that we are celebrating, we’re looking back at something that happened long ago. But we need to remind ourselves that Jesus Christ is the same today as he was 2000 years ago. Since Jesus is the eternal God, his love and his power are not subject to the constraints of time, that love and mercy are active now just as they were active at the first Christmas and at the first Good Friday. This means that when we are told, as we probably will be in some sermon at Christmas, that Jesus comes to us at Christmas, it will be quite true: we are not commemorating an event that is over and done with, but we are in fact welcoming our 2018 Redeemer, who is as really active for me this year as he was for Mary and Joseph in the stable in Bethlehem on that first Christmas night. All this follows from the fact that Jesus is not some kind of saintly superman: he is the eternal, uncreated God who came on earth in order to be a redeemer to human creatures of all generations. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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KITTY GEOGHEGAN (nee Troy) Knockaniska, Ballysaggart Wednesday, 24th October, brought the sad news of the passing of Kitty Geoghegan at University Hospital Waterford after a relatively short illness. Kitty was predeceased by her husband Paddy in 2006. Kitty was born on 20th October, 1930, to parents Maurice and Jane Troy and was the youngest of four children. She lost her own mother at the tender age of seven. How lucky were we to have a mother like Kitty for so long. She enjoyed a very happy childhood growing up in Coolishael, Ballyduff, and remaining there farming with her father after leaving school. In later years she met her husband Paddy at one of the many dances at Bennett’s Hall in Ballysaggart. After their marriage Kitty moved to Ballysaggart where she reared her three children Pat, Jean and Margaret and worked on the family farm alongside her husband Paddy. Kitty had many pastimes knitting, baking and reading. She went on lots of trips and social outings with the Ballysaggart Ladies Club, the St. Vincent de Paul, Lismore, and her Annual Pilgrimage to Knock which was the highlight of her year as Kitty was a woman of very strong faith. Kitty also travelled to the Day Care in Cappoquin every Thursday with her good friends. Kitty loved to make her weekly visit to St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Dungarvan Hospital and Padre Pio to visit her friends and especially her trip to Conna Nursing Home to see her sister Peggy. Kitty bore her illness with great dignity. She was an inspiration to us all her life, not least the last eight weeks. She never lost her quick wit or beaming smile. We had a wonderful few hours with her in her last week before she passed. May she now Rest In Peace. Lying in repose at St. Carthage’s Mortuary, Lismore, on Thursday evening. Funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev. Fr. R. Geoghegan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by grand-daughters Trina (Rosary beads), Rachel (wellie), Grace (mobile phone), Rose (knitted jumper) and Denise (heart of gold sign). The significance of these were narrated by daughter-in-law Kathy. Readings during the Mass were recited by daughter Margaret and son Pat. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grand-daughter Emily and Lydia. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by Ballysaggart Choir throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by nieces Jean O’Mahoney and Helen O’Keeffe. Following Communion, daughter Jean delivered a lovely and fitting eulogy. Following Funeral Mass, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Kitty was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to son Pat; daughters Jean and Margaret and their partners Kathy, Johnny and Damien; sister Peggy Kennefick; grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Kitty will be offered at 9.30 a.m. on Sunday, 9th December, 2018, in St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

ROBERT LOUCH Rice’s Street, Dungarvan We record with feelings of profound sorrow and regret the passing of Robert Louch which occurred on Tuesday, 20th November. Robert is deeply mourned and sadly missed by his loving mother Mary Regan-Louch, brother Jason, father Bob, grandparents Michael and Patricia Regan (McCarthyville, Abbeyside), Tony and Fay Louch (Oxford), uncles and aunts Catherine, Kevin, Michael, Austin, Linda, Leslie and Becky, cousins, grandaunts, granduncles, extended family and friends. Robert lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 23rd November. In the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends the Rosary was recited. The removal took place on Saturday morning, 24th November, to St. Augustine's Church, Abbeyside, for Requiem Mass which was celebrated by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P. Afterwards Robert was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May Robert Rest In Peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

OBITUARY ELIZABETH (Betty) TOBIN (nee Twomey) Birch Hill, Tallow With sincere sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Elizabeth (Betty) Tobin (nee Twomey), Birch Hill, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Jack Tobin and sister of the late Mary, Peg and Dan, which sad event occurred on 18th November, 2018, peacefully in the loving care of the management and staff of Youghal and District Nursing Home. Lying in repose at her son Michael’s residence Birch Hill, Tallow, Rosary was recited on Monday evening in the presence of Betty's loving family. On Tuesday evening Rev. Fr. S. Cotter, P.E., recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. S. Cotter, P.E., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning by Rev. Fr. S. Cotter, P.E., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by her daughters Anne (Relic of Padre Pio), Susan (a handbag) and Christine (a photograph of the family farm). Readings were recited by grand-daughters Michelle Scanlon and Niamh Deasy. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Alan Waters, Sinéad Scanlon, Eoghan Deasy, Molly and Shane Tobin. A lovely selection of music and hymns was provided throughout the Mass by soloist Frank Ryan and organist Dina Walshe. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by grandchildren Fiona Waters and Paul Tobin. Communion reflection was read by grand-daughter Aoife Tobin and grandson Niall Scanlon delivered a loving tribute to his Gran and also acknowledged the support their family have received from the local community during this difficult time. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. S. Cotter, P.E., officiated the graveside prayers and was assisted by Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P., where Betty was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Michael, Denis and John; daughters Anne Waters, Susan Scanlon and Christine Deasy; sister Frances Kelleher; daughters-in-law Margaret, Anne and Gillian; sons-in-law Brendan, Dermot and Fergal; sister-in-law Julia Twomey; grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

67 MARY McCORMACK Dublin and Dungarvan With sincere regret we write on the passing of Mary McCormack (nee Cummins), Dublin, and late of O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, which sad event took place at Mount Tabor Nursing Home, Sandymount, Dublin, on 7th November. Removal took place to The Sacred Heart Church, Donnybrook, for Mass at 11.00 a.m. followed by Cremation to Glasnevin Cemetery. Deepest sympathy is extended to her sons Peter and John; her brothers Ned, John (Junior), Joseph and Gerard; her sisters Margot (Murphy), Gemma (Meehan),Therese and Anne; her cousins, relations and numerous friends. An inspirational person who will be greatly missed, she will be remembered at the 7.30 p.m. Mass in The Parish Church on 28th November. May Mary Rest In Peace.

BRENDAN HERLIHY Conna Nursing Home and Chapel Street, Tallow With sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Brendan Herlihy, Conna Nursing Home, and Chapel Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving son of the late William and Catherine (nee McSweeney) and brother of the late Tommy, Vincent, Nora and Kathleen, which sad event occurred on 24th November, 2018. Peacefully in the tender and loving care of the Matron and staff of Conna Nursing Home. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Monday evening, where funeral prayers were recited in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends, followed by removal to The Church Of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May he Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving brother Paddy; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

MIRIAM ISOBEL ALEXANDRA WALSH (née Mathewson) Green Acres, Convent Road, Deerpark, Lismore

MAUREEN (Mary) MULCAHY Upper Ballygarvan, Cork, and formerly of Lower Gurranes, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork

With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Miriam Isobel Alexandra Walsh (née Mathewson), Green Acres, Convent Road, Deerpark, Lismore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 22nd November, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Sunday, Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends, followed by removal to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by daughter Jane (knitting needles and wool and a writing pen). Readings were recited by daughters Esther Hucker and Nora Simms. Prayers of the Faithful were read by her grandchildren Marc Simms, Robert Hucker and Kathleen Haran and son Michael. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by grandsons Noel Sesto and Stuart Simms. Before the final commendation, daughter Jane recited words of appreciation to her Mum and to all her family and friends who have helped them during this difficult time. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Miriam was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. May she Rest in Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving husband Tom; sons Michael, Sam, John and Martin; daughters Jane Walsh, Esther Hucker, Nora Simms and Ann Walsh; sister Nelda Jane Hardie; daughters-inlaw, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

It is with great sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Maureen (Mary) Mulcahy, Upper Ballygarvan, Cork, and formerly of Lower Gurranes, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, which sad event occurred on 21st November, 2018, peacefully in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Conna Nursing Home. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, Rosary was recited on Thursday evening in the presence of her loving family by Rosary Committee member Mary Mangan. Reposing on Friday evening where Rev. Fr. B. O’Donovan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends, before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. B. Bermingham, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning by Rev. Fr. B. Bermingham, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Nuala Lonergan and Breda Mulcahy. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandnephews and grandnieces Emer Mulcahy, Sarah Lonergan, Claire O’Keeffe, Danny O’Keeffe, James Lonergan and Ellen O’Keeffe. A lovely selection of music and hymns was provided by organist Ber Twomey and soloist Ram Gregorie. Nephews John and Gerard Lonergan presented the Offertory Gifts to the altar. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. B. Bermingham, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Maureen was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. May she Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sister Sheila Woods (USA); nieces Breda Mulcahy, Nuala Lonergan and Liz Mulcahy (London); nephews Edmond, John and Gerard Lonergan; grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

FARMING EU Dairy Farmers’ gathering shows slower production - which should help sustain farmer milk prices SPEAKING following last week’s Brussels-based COPA Milk Group meeting of Europe’s dairy farmer representatives, IFA National Dairy Chairman Tom Phelan stated his fellow-farmers had confirmed lower production trends into the Autumn and Winter, due to drought, fodder shortages and lower milk prices, which should influence dairy markets positively. Mr Phelan reported that most attendees predicted stable to firmer milk prices to year-end, and Irish co-ops should have the confidence to hold milk prices till then at least, too. “At the meeting, our fellow-European farmer representatives told us that in France, drought and disappointing milk prices caused milk production to fall 4% in September and 5% in October. Dutch milk production is down 2.5% due to the phosphates restrictions, but also to a 10 to 20 % drought-related fodder shortage,” he said. “German dairy farmers expect their 2018 output will be down 1.45% below 2017. In the UK, despite growth in Northern Ireland, overall supplies are stable. Finnish dairy farmers have lost half of their grass crop to the drought, and expect supplies to fall 0.5% this year, and by 1.1% next year. Production also fell in Austria, is expected to fall for the next 3 months in Italy, and while Poland continues to increase output, it is by a more modest 2% for the year to September,” he added. “Clearly, the full impact of the drought is only transpiring after it has ended. Despite many countries reporting improved rainfall since August or September, the earlier dry spell continues to impact on fodder and the availability and cost of feed and grain,” he said. “My conclusion is that many dairy farmers around Europe will struggle to sustain production with disappointing prices in the face of scarce fodder and high-priced feed. This means lower volumes for the next number of months, and scarcity always pushes up prices,” he said. “In this context, co-ops can, and must, commit to holding their milk prices at least to year end,” he concluded.

Ifac welcomes reintroduction of the Organic Farming Scheme IFAC, the farming, food and agribusiness professional services firm, have welcomed the announcement that the Organic Farming Scheme (OFS) had reopened. The OFS is a scheme under Ireland’s Rural Development Programme 20142020 to support organic production on Irish farms. The Organic Farming Scheme is a measure rolled out by the Department of Agriculture under the Rural Development

Programme 2014-2020. Farmers are given the opportunity to enter into a contract which give payments of up to €200 per hectare a year during the conversion period and up to €170 per hectare when full organic status has been reached. The scheme is co-funded by the European Agriculture Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD). Eoghan Drea, Partner at Ifac Waterford said,“We welcome the reintroduction of the Organic

Farming Scheme, it is a key support measure to help farmers convert to organic farming and help farmers break into the growing organic market in Ireland. Re-opening this scheme is a huge reassurance that the Department is still behind and supporting the sector”. Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 19th December details of terms and conditions are available on the Department's organics page at

https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/f armingsectors/organicfarming/o rganicsscheme/organicfar mingscheme/ ifac is over 40 years in operation with 30 branches nationwide providing advice to agribusinesses and the farming community on tax, accountancy, pension planning, succession planning and other areas to help clients across the supply chain develop a profitable and sustainable business.

Strong CAP Budget needed to support direct payments for livestock farmers “THE next CAP has to strongly support direct payments for livestock farmers”. This was the clear message from IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods in Brussels this week. Angus Woods said with the CAP 2020 proposals now being debated in the European Parliament, things were beginning to ‘revup on CAP’ in Brussels. Mr. Woods and members of the IFA National Livestock Committee from all over Ireland held three days of intense meetings and lobbying on behalf of beef and livestock farmers in Brussels this week. The IFA representatives met with senior members of Commissioner Hogan's cabinet, EU Commission officials from Trade, DG Agriculture, DG Sante and MEPs Mairead McGuinness, Sean Kelly, Matt Carthy and Marian Harkin. Agriculture Commissioner Hogan must push for an increased CAP Budget that takes account of inflation. The European Parliament has endorsed this and Minister Creed and the Irish Government need to back this position strongly to protect farm incomes, according to Angus Woods. “As a low-income sector, dependent on direct payments, convergence has seriously damaged incomes on livestock farms. This cannot be allowed continue in the Hogan reforms”. Angus Woods rubbished claims made in the recent Court of Auditors report, saying they completely failed to understand the importance of direct payments to livestock farm incomes. Angus Woods said there needs to be strong targeted direct payments of €200 for suckler cows, which he described as essential to the future of our quality €3bn beef and livestock sector. The IFA Livestock leader said there was an utter contradiction between the EU CAP policy and the EU Trade policy on Mercosur. He said it was like mixing oil and water and it simply won't work.

Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme Club celebrated its 70th Anniversary in style with a banquet at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, November 17th – Current members of Kilmacthomas Macra na Feirme with National President James Healy. [Dan McGrath]

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IFA fight for Livestock farmers at beef meeting in Brussels CHAIRING the EU Commission Civil Dialogue Group on Beef in Brussels, IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said the Committee worked through a number of critically important issue for Irish beef and livestock farmers at the meeting.The main items addressed at the meeting included cattle prices; imports/exports; CAP 2020 proposals and direct payments; EU import standards and Brazil; trade negotiations including Mercosur and the USA; and Brexit. Angus Woods said the EU Commission presented a very detailed analysis of the EU beef market, highlighting the market difficulties from increased slaughter numbers related to the drought across the EU during the summer.Total EU production for 2018 is up 2%, with heifer output up 7.7% and cows up 3.9%. He said the prospects and forecast for 2019 are more positive with reduced production and a more stable market and price environment.

IFA made a strong case on the need for cattle prices to increase as the income situation on farms is not sustainable with prices currently below the costs of production. The importance of a strong live export trade to Turkey was emphasised. The details of the CAP 2020 proposals were outlined to the meeting with the EU Commission DG Agriculture recognising how important direct payments are to livestock farm incomes.The IFA highlighted the damage to livestock farm incomes from the cuts to direct payments under the Ciolos reforms, saying â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;there can be no cuts to direct payments for livestock farmers under the Hogan reformsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. IFA made it very clear that the CAP Budget must be increased. At the EU Commission meeting, Angus Woods said the IFA raised the failure of Brazil to meet EU standards on the control of residues and contaminants in beef including the controls on veterinary products. He said the

recent report from the vets in the European Food and Veterinary Office has stated the Brazilian â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;competent authorities are not in a position to reliably certify that the guarantees required by the relevant export certificates are complied withâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. In practice, Angus Woods said this means that the EU Commission cannot rely on Brazilian certification of beef exports to the EU market. Angus Woods said on the Mercosur trade negotiations, the IFA raised the lack of coherence between the EU CAP policy and EU trade policy. He said the Commission strategy of increasing beef imports against the backdrop of Brexit and poor beef prices was fundamentally flawed and would seriously undermine the production base, especially the suckler cow herd. On Brexit, Angus Woods said the meeting concluded on the critical need for stability on beef and a positive outcome to the negotiations. He said the view of the meeting was for a longer transition period and a backstop.

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Andrew Claxton; Gillian O’Sullivan, Guest Speaker & Zurich Farmer of the Year; Helen Leahy, Bank of Ireland and Michael Queally, pictured at the Bank of Ireland & IFAC Agri Seminar in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Michael Flynn, IFAC Board Member and Mary Flynn, pictured at the Bank of Ireland & IFAC Agri Seminar in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Details of Energy in Poultry Event announced THE upcoming Energy in Poultry event will look at the various energy saving opportunities for farmers together with renewable energy deployment opportunities.The Energy in Poultry event, which is organised by Teagasc in association with IFAC, will take place on Friday, 14th December, at Teagasc Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan. Details of the upcoming Energy in Poultry Event were announced on Monday, 26th November, when the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD, visited the poultry farm of Finian O’Harte at Leonards Island, in Clones, County Monaghan. Energy in Poultry will feature a comprehensive seminar programme with some of the leading experts in the industry.This, combined with a showcase of energy in poultry technology suppliers, funding providers and advisory bodies, means the event is a one-stop shop for anybody involved in poultry in Ireland. The Energy in Poultry event will provide farmers and advisors with useful information on how to make their business more sustainable through the use of renewable energy technologies. The contacts and links made at the event will be invaluable as poultry farmers strive to develop their business to become, or remain, competitive for the future.

Padraig & Lucy Sweeney pictured at the Bank of Ireland & IFAC Agri Seminar in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week of 26/11/2018 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 11.30 5.20 4.43 1.09 4 549 -

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Closing cover is 549kg DM/Ha. • Cows housed full time now and on silage plus 4kgs meal. • Spread 11⁄2 bags K on silage ground plus 1 bag K on grazing ground. • This is the last week for notes and thanks for following over the 4 years.

DON’T BE COMPLACENT IN MANAGING FODDER THIS WINTER A recent survey by Teagasc advisers in the South East showed up some interesting figures. Thirty percent of farmers in the area were still short 15% of their fodder for the winter. If we assume a 140 day winter, on average, that’s a shortage of 22 days feeding. This differential is very similar to what we experienced this Spring. That could be the difference between a turnout date of the 1st March vs the 22nd March. Bottom line is we have to be careful in budgeting feed for the winter period to avoid a gap in feed supplies next Spring. We can be hopeful that the Spring will be good but we need to plan to have some buffer feed if the Spring brings difficult grazing conditions. A level of complacency has set in because of the great Autumn we have had but it is important that all farmers do a fodder budget now to establish exactly how much forage exists on the farm and is that adequate for the winter, allowing a bad Spring. While doing the budget, don’t underestimate the likely length of the winter. Some of the budgets done recently have been very optimistic about the length of the winter e.g. budgeting for a 100 days winter, be realistic. If, having completed the budget, there is still a deficit, then budgeting the forage to ensure it lasts for the winter will be important and use meals to fill the energy gap. Other years where we have had a fodder shortage, there has been silage available to buy in the Spring but that’s unlikely to be case next Spring. Therefore, take the action now so that there is some peace of mind next Spring. How much concentrates should I feed if silage has to be budgeted? The following table outlines the quantities of silage and meals to feed with 50% and 75% of forage requirement available on farm.

* Thin cows may require additional meals How do I manage feeding limited silage plus concentrates? If feeding restricted silage and concentrates, diets have to be managed carefully to meet animal performance and feed-saving targets. For example, feeding mature cows 3-4kg concentrates along with ad-lib silage will typically only reduce daily forage intakes by 5-10%. Furthermore, feeding additional meals with ad lib silage may cause excess body condition gain. Clearly, restricting daily silage allowance must form part of the feeding plan if using meal to stretch fodder supplies. Practical guidelines on feeding restricted silage plus concentrates: • Test pit silage and bales to establish quality, before the start of winter feeding and repeat in early January. • Weigh a sample of silage blocks/bales regularly and adjust daily silage allowances if needed. • Offer fresh silage daily, keeping to a fixed feeding schedule if possible. • Ration ingredients can vary provided total energy, protein and fibre requirements are met. • Have a defined feeding plan in place to feed the restricted silage. For example: Feeding Restricted Silage to Dry Cows on a Dairy Farm A 3-4kg concentrate feeding rate can be used to reduce daily silage feeding by 20-25% in a dairy herd. For example, where 12 silage blocks per day would usually be fed ad-lib to dry cows, this would be reduced to around 9 silage blocks per day to the same cow numbers. Balance with meal. Where silage and meal are handled separately, a simple plan may be to feed out silage to dry cows in the evening. Offer 34kg meal per cow as a mid-morning feed. A token amount of straw or hay (if available) may be offered along the barrier after meal feeding (1⁄2 round straw bale or 1⁄3 hay bale for 100 cows). This is not required from a feed fibre point of view, but will help satisfy cows with higher intake capacity until evening silage feeding. • Check water supply daily.

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Ifac to host “2019 and Beyond” Farmers’ Seminar in Waterford Ifac, the farming, food and agribusiness professional services firm is hosting a farming seminar in conjunction with The Irish Farmers Association and The Farmers Journal in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Monday, 3rd December, at 8.00 p.m The theme of the seminar is ‘2019 and Beyond’ and will be chaired by ifac National Chairman Sean Clarke. Speakers from ifac will discuss essential tax tips for 2019 and PAYE Modernisation.They will also cover financial planning which will look at building your nest egg and protecting

your financial future. The IFA will give a comprehensive update on CAP reform, farm schemes, preventing rural crime and association structure while the Farmers Journal will give their predictions on farming in the future, challenges and opportunities. Speaking about the event, Eoghan Drea, Partner at the Ifac Waterford Office said, “At ifac, we have been providing financial advice to farming families for over 40 years. We know exactly how difficult 2018 has been for them because we are working with farmers every day, providing sound advice and guid-

ing financial decision making.The purpose of this seminar is to look at issues facing farmers throughout 2019 and offer solutions or help where possible. The topics discussed will be diverse and relevant and we’re looking forward to the evening.” This is a free event open to the public and no registration is necessary. Ifac is a professional services firm to the Irish farming, food and agribusiness sectors. They provide tax, audit, accounting and strategy advice to farming families and business from their 28 branches nationwide.

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Annual Mass for Deceased Members will be celebrated this

Thursday, 29th November at 7.30 p.m.

in St. Brigid’s Church, Kilrossanty ALL ARE WELCOME

DUNGARVAN MART MONDAY, 3rd DECEMBER, 2018

CLEARANCE SALE (For Mr. David and Kathleen Beresford, Kilmurray, Dungarvan). 52 In-Calf Friesian Cows and Heifers including 8 scanned In-Calf Friesian Heifers – calving February/March 2019 to Pedigree Aberdeen Angus Bull and 22 Friesian Heifer Calves, born January 2018. All stock done for Leptospirosis. Details from Dungarvan Mart 058-41611.

John Fitzgerald, Bank of Ireland; Jennifer Hickey, Manager Bank of Ireland; Joe Roche, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Evelyn Cusack, Guest Speaker; Paidi Kelly, Teagasc and Kieran O’Connor, MC, pictured at the Bank of Ireland & IFAC Agri Seminar in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath]

Dungarvan Mart Prices Monday, 26th November DRY COWS 1 Montbelliarde 685 kgs. made €930. 1 A.A. 695 kgs. made €910. 1 Jersey 725 kgs. made €925. 1 A.A. 695 kgs. made €910. 1 Fr. 575 kgs. made €550. 1 Fr. 480 kgs. made €620. BULLOCKS 1 A.A. 660 kgs. made €1,210. 3 A.A. 513 kgs. made €880 each. 2 A.A. 467 kgs. made €805 each. 9 Her. 571 kgs. made €1034 each. 4 Frs. 607 kgs. made €960 each. 3 A.A. 325 kgs. made 650 ea 1 Lim. 400 kgs. made €835. 6 A.A. 413 kgs. made €745 each. HEIFERS 1 Lim. 460 kgs. made €970. 5 Lim. 395 kgs. made €735 each. 7 Lim. 425 kgs. made €740 each.

3 Char. 421 kgs. made €800 each. Special Entries for Monday next, 3rd December, 2018: (1) 25 Hereford, Belgian Blue Coss and Friesian Calves (for a local producer). Sale at 11.00 a.m. sharp also 15 year and half Black Hereford Heifers, off British Fr. Cows, all “Bucket Fed” (for a local Producer). Final Weanling Sale: Thursday, December 6th, at 11.30 a.m. Sale to include 15 A.A. Weanling heifer and bullocks (“Bucket Fed”) for a local producer. Final Sheep Assembly at Dungarvan Mart: Wednesday, 12th December, 2018, from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Quotes available Tuesday, 11th December. Booking required. Enquiries to 058-41611. Final Cattle Sale of 2018 in Dungarvan Mart: Monday, 17th December.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I am a GLAS participant and have 1.5ha of wild bird cover on rented land.This is a bit of a nuisance as the parcel is a good bit away from the home place. There is an offer of some rented ground nearer home for next year. This would be ideal for the wild bird cover. As the WBC is only on rented land, would it be possible to move this to land nearer home for next year? Can you please advise? Answer: The simple answer is no. Wild bird cover is a parcel specific measure in GLAS and therefore must remain in the same parcel for the period of the contract. If you decided to drop the outside rented piece anyhow, you would have to refund the money paid on the WBC since the contract began. If you had used the WBC to bring you from tier 3 to tier 2 to enter GLAS, then any reduction in the wild bird cover could see you put out of GLAS and having to repay all monies received. I would suggest you speak with your GLAS planner before moving on anything. I trust this will clear things up for you! Tip of the Week: KT farmers! Maximise your year 3 payment by attending the 5 required meetings!

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DUNGARVAN MART FINAL WEANLING SALE THURSDAY, 6th DECEMBER, 2018 Sale to include 15 A.A. Bullocks and Heifers(Bucket Fed) for a local Producer Enquiries to 058-41611

FINAL CATTLE SALE MONDAY, DECEMBER 17th. FINAL SHEEP ASSEMBLY 12th DECEMBER, 2018.

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Déise Newsround Glenbeg ICA celebrates 50 Golden Years

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IT is not given to many social clubs to reach their 50th Birthday, the Golden Jubilee of their founding, but it was to celebrate that milestone that almost fifty women gathered in The Park Hotel last Friday night for an evening of chat, reminiscences and nostalgia, recalling milestones, friendships and achievements over the last half-century. Naturally, there were fewer members than the forty-five which the Guild had at its peak, but the fifty or so members and past members, including one founder member, had a most memorable evening. Special guest of the evening, the Federation President, Noeline Power congratulated the members of the Guild on reaching this significant milestone in the life of the Guild. “I am greatly honoured to be here this evening to share this historic moment with you all,” she said. “The members of the Glenbeg Guild have been a great support to me in my time as President,” she continued, “and I wish the Guild and its members many more golden moments in the years ahead.” Tracing the history of the Guild, the President, Nora Curtin recalled many of the significant moments and people of the Guild through the years and brought back happy memories of their years together.

Nora outlined the history of the Guild from the lodging of the official papers registering the Guild in Central Office on the 20th September 1968. With a membership of twenty-five Glenbeg I.C.A. was born, but that had risen a month later to forty-five. Nora recalled from the records that the membership fee in 1968 was 10 shillings, less than a Euro in today’s currency. First officers of the guild were President, Mrs. Anne McCarthy; Hon. Secretary, Miss Helen Murphy and Treasurer was Ms. Mary Curran. Glenbeg I.C.A. continued to meet in the local school until April 1986 when, they moved to the ACOT offices as the old school had no night heating. So, the new ACOT offices represented comfort during the winter evenings. Now, the women could host a wide variety of demonstrations and other activities which they could not have had in the school. They enjoyed the hospitality at ACOT for two years and then, on the 10th October 1988, they returned to a refurbished Glenbeg School with all the comforts and facilities they needed. There they stayed for four years before taking up residence in the clubhouse of the Brickey Rangers Hurling and Football Club at Bushy Park.

Last year the Guild moved to the cosy comfort of the Convent of Mercy in Dungarvan where they are welcomed and looked after by the Sisters there. They meet on the second Monday of every month and would always welcome new members. “Glenbeg has always been a very active guild,” said Nora, “and from the beginning the members involved themselves in competitions and enjoyed great success on several fronts, Crafts, Drama and Painting. “They also had a very fine Set Dancing group who entered the various competitions which were very popular at the time. We won Guild of the Year, much to the satisfaction of the members and were successful too in Verse speaking, Comedy Sketches and Comórtas tri Gaeilge.” The Guild staged plays regularly, including the comedy, ‘Romantic Lover’ in 1990 followed by a Variety Show the same year. A Half Set followed in 1991 and they returned to drama in 1992 with ‘Sow the Wind’. Glenbeg won ‘Guild of the Year’ 1993. They have had several stage productions in the years since also. “But one of our proudest moments in our guild was when we handed over a substantial cheque to the Sisters of

the nearby Bon Sauveur Convent in Carriglea to help them build a swimming pool. This was followed by a Charity Walk for Breast Cancer Research, also raising a substantial sum. Ten years ago, Glenbeg celebrated, to the day, the 40th Anniversary of the foundation of the Guild. In honour of this they had Mass and Dinner in

Lawlors Hotel for all their members, past and present, as well as friends and ‘the craic was mighty’! Just as it was last Friday night when the present membership, former members and friends assembled in The Park Hotel and were honoured with the presence of the Federation President. The other Guest of Honour was the sole surviving

member of the founding Committee, Kit Kiely who was suitably honoured with a presentation. The future holds no fears for these intrepid women as they march boldly into their next half-century, committed to the well being and welfare of rural women and proud of their continuing role in the community.

Some members of the Committee and guests at the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Glenbeg ICA in The Park Hotel last Friday evening. From left: Mary Doherty, Mary Curran, Kathleen Connery, Noeline Power, Federation President; Nora Curtin, President, Dungarvan Guild and Ann Walsh, Secretary, Dungarvan. [Tom Keith]

Niamh takes to the airwaves NOT too many women in Ireland have got to have their face on a postage stamp, but that is just one of the acknowledgements which Niamh Briggs received after her highly successful rugby career as Captain, leading and inspiring her various teams to victory. I happened to be in the car for the half-time period of the Ireland versus US International last Saturday evening and was tuned in to the match on RTE Radio. I pleasantly surprised to hear Niamh giving her

assessment of the match at half time and describing some of the highlights. I spoke to Niamh this week, who, for those who may not be in the district too long, is a native of Abbeyside now wearing the blue Garda uniform working with the community in Limerick. So, how is working with veteran commentators in the higher echelons of broadcasting? “It was very enjoyable being in the company of sports commentator, Des Cahill and veteran rugby player, Shane Byrne,” she said. “Donal Lenihan and Michael Corcoran were close to us too.” “We also did the game against the All Blacks which was a magnificent experience. The Irish team was superb and gave a fantastic performance. I have never experienced such atmosphere and emotion at any match before. We had to contribute before and after the match and at half-time also. Ireland had a very good first half, showing great confidence. Their fitness was superb and they came out with a very determined attitude. Later on, their substitutes from the bench made a great difference too. All round, it was an amazing performance where the All Blacks were outclassed in every position. It was great to be a part of that historic sporting occasion.” Niamh is looking forward to contributing to the Six Nations series as well.

“Up there, high in the stand in the commentary position, you get a different perspective of the match,” she says. “It gives the perfect overview and it is easier to get an overall feel for the game. “Commenting on the game takes a lot of concentration. You’ve got to make your point clear and make it relevant and also get certain points across. From playing the game at all levels, I know rugby very well, which gives me a great degree of confidence.” Speaking of which, Niamh was a member of the 2010 and 2014 Irish Women's Rugby World Cup teams. She was also a member of the Ireland teams that won the 2013 and 2015 Women's Six Nations Championships, Captaining the 2015 side and was the top points scorer during both campaigns.. She was also on the first Ireland team to beat France, England and New Zealand. That short round-up of Niamh’s career is not entirely comprehensive, but is sufficient to show she knows her rugby as being a successful player, leader and mentor. In her day role as a Garda, Niamh loves being out among the people of Limerick, a city she has grown to love. “It is now ‘my home away from home,” she says and, considering that Limerick is also the home of Irish rugby that gave its name to the Garryowen, why would she not be happy there.

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LUKE O’CALLAGHAN GOAL SENDS JUNIOR FINAL TO A REPLAY Kilmacthomas 0-13; Dungarvan 2-7

A TRIBUTE TO AN UNSUNG HERO OF WATERFORD GAA

DAVID HOULIHAN LONG PUCK CHEQUE PRESENTATION TO KEVIN BELL TRUST

IRISH TEAM SELECTION FOR POWER

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SEE PAGE 3 County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan presents Naomh Bríd's captain John Devine with the cup after they defeated Cois Bhríde in their County Minor Hurling Championship Div. 2 Final replay played in the Fraher Field [Maurice Hennebry]

NAOMH BRID SECURES TITLE IN EXTRA-TIME

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Late O’Callaghan goal sends Junior Final to a replay JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY JUNIOR ‘B’ HURLING FINAL Dungarvan's Conor Duggan gets his pass away under pressure from Kilmacthomas's Peter Gallagher during their County Junior B Hurling Championship Final played in the Fraher Field. [Maurice Hennebry]

Kilmacthomas …………… 0-13; Dungarvan …………………. 2-7. FIFTY-NINE minutes into this very well contested and sporting County junior ‘B’ hurling final at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon, Kilmacthomas looked to be heading for the winner’s enclosure after keeping Dungarvan scoreless for the previous quarter of an hour during a time spell that they raised five white flags themselves. Heading into the final quarter, Dungarvan led by 0-2 at 1-7 to 0-8 but Kilmac’s renowned superior fitness kicked in at this stage and they seemed destined to collect their fourth cup of the year. Yet, Credit Dungarvan, what they lacked in match fitness they compensated with sheer effort and they were rewarded with a Luke O’Callaghan goal in the 61st minute to level proceedings for the fourth occasion. Both teams had the opportunity to win in the remaining minutes but point scoring efforts from both attacks went wide of the posts to send the game to a

replay. Dungarvan’s three month wait for the game militated against them in the first quarter at the end of which they trailed by 0-5 to 0-1. Man of the Match David Hallihan opened the scoring in the 2nd minute with Liam Ryan replying for Dungarvan three minutes later. Kilmac’s tactic of playing the ball low into their speedy corner forward Darragh Power paid dividends with two fine minors from play by the 9th minute but his threat was curbed thereafter by Aidan Kirwan who went on to produce his best performance for the club. When Jack Dee pointed a free in the 13th minute and wing forward Dan Cusack added a score from play one minute later, daylight was opening between the sides with the Eastern champions in command on the scoreboard. Dungarvan received a badly required boost in the 17th minute when Liam Ryan goaled from close range and though David Hallihan registered his second point two

minutes later, Dungarvan were back in the game just 0-2 in arrears at 0-6 to 1-1. The Blues had the opportunity to take the lead in the 21st minute when Brendan Cullinan was upended in front of the town end goal but Sean Ryan’s penalty sailed over the bar. At the other end, David Hallihan also had a goal scoring opportunity for the sky blues and after this, it was Dungarvan who got on top as their early match rustiness dissipated. Sean Ryan placed defender Kealan Barry for the equaliser and then Conor Duggan provided for Ryan to score and give Dungarvan an 0-1 lead at the break on a score of 1-4 to 0-6. The second half was in its infancy when wing forward Liam Ryan increased Dungarvan’s advantage to 0-2 before Adam Walsh registered the first of his two scores for Kilmac to leave the board reading 1-5 to 0-7. The tempo of the game increased from this point on and both

Hooli Long Puck 2018 Cheque Presentation: Members of the Dungarvan GAA Club are pictured with Colin Bell and Kevin Heaney, Kevin Bell Repatriation Fund, at the presentation of a cheque for €9,600 the proceeds of this year’s Hooli Long Puck to the charity. [Dan McGrath]

Sean Ryan and David Hallihan exchanged contenders for score of the match. Luke O’Callaghan pointed for the local side at the end of the third quarter but from this stage on, it was clear that his team was tiring as Kilmac grabbed the initiative with their five unanswered scores from play. David Hallihan, Darragh Power, Dean Walsh and Adam Walsh all found the target, 0-12 to 1-7 and when Darragh Power gathered the sliotar and soloed through the heart of the Dungarvan defence before shooting his fourth minor, it looked as if the honours were heading eastwards. Though disappointed Dungarvan would have been if they lost this game, the spirit they showed would have been of some serious compensation as they never threw in the towel in the final minutes and they were rewarded with Luke O’Callaghan’s most timely of goals. REPLAY SATURDAY WEEK Following the final whistle, this

Saturday was announced as the replay date but this much anticipated game will now go ahead the following weekend. Kilmacthomas’ Top Three: David Hallahan, Darragh Power, Adam Walsh. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Sean Ryan, Aidan Kirwan, Liam Ryan. Observer’s Man of the Match: David Hallihan. Number of Scorers: Kilmacthomas 6. Dungarvan 4. Scores From Play: Kilmacthomas 0-12. Dungarvan 2-6. Frees For: Kilmacthomas 16. Dungarvan 12. Wides: Kilmacthomas 12. Dungarvan 5. Score of the Match: Sean Ryan’s 37th minute point from the stand side for Dungarvan. Scorers – Kilmacthomas: David Hallihan and Darragh Power 0-4 each, Adam Walsh 0-2, Dan Cusack and Dean Walsh 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Liam Ryan 1-2,

Luke O’Callagahn 1-1, Sean Ryan 0-3 (1f), Kealan Barry 0-1. Kilmacthomas: Niall Cronin; Peter Hurton, Gary Kiely, Peter Gallagher; Ryan Gallagher, Jack Dee, Jay Hurton; Gavan Dee, Alan Fitzsimmons; Dan Cusack, David Power, John Cleary; Darragh Power, David Hallihan, Adam Walsh. Subs: Reece Power for David Powerr (h/t), Kealan Kiersey for Reece Power (38, inj.), Dean Walsh for John Cleary (44), Martin Power for Conal Alyward. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Gary Donnolly, Derek Barry, Aidan Kirwan; Ger Cusack, Kealan Barry, Sean Hyslop; John Havens, Sean Ryan; Denis Kirwan, Johnny Lynch, Liam Ryan; Conor Duggan, Brendan Cullinan, Luke O’Callaghan. Subs: Peter Queally for Conor Duggan (43);Ian Sheehan for Denis Kirwan (46); Conor Mulcahy for Johnny Lynch (49). Referee: Paddy Smyth (Shamrocks).

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JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Division 2 Minor Hurling Championship Final Replay

Naomh Brid secures title in extra-time Naomh Brid …………….… 3-16; Cois Bhride ……………..…1-16. THESE two fine minor hurling teams could not be separated the first day or in the same length of time the second day in the Division 2 County minor hurling final at the Fraher Field last Saturday. Something had to give eventually and it was in extra time at the Shandon venue that Naomh Brid deservingly claimed this year’s honours after a period of time that they won by 0-9 to 0-3. Despite the lateness in the year and the unfavourable weather conditions including a spoiling wind, both sets of players must be commended for the two superb contest that they provided for patrons, who on this occasion, along with the preceding Junior ‘B’ hurling final, produced a gate of £2,189 at the turnstiles. Cois Bhride looked slightly the better team the first day but their initial undoing on Saturday was that, playing with the wind, they conceded two goals in the 4th and in the 17th minutes that kept Naomh Brid very much in touch at the break on a scoreline of 0-9 to 2-1. Naomh Brid won the toss and elected to face the elements which as events transpired proved to be very much the correct decision. Mark Dalton (f) opened the scoring for the Shamrocks-Tallow combination but they were thrown back on

their heels after just four minutes of play when a deceiving strike by Naomh Brid’s James Walsh went all the way into the town end goal. Man of the Match Joe Booth scored his first pointed free in the 9th minute before Cois Bhride recovered to draw level by the end of the first quarter via points by Mark Dalton, 0-2 (1f) and Mark Stewart. However, ill fortune struck for the Bridesiders once more when Joe Booth blasted a close in free to the net in the 17th minute to negate their opponents mini scoring spree. Again, Mark Dalton was the catalyst of a second Cois Bhride recovery as his side kept the winners scoreless for the remainder of the first half. Dalton added three pointed frees and he was unlucky that one of them was not a penalty, his twin Tom struck a longer one over the bar in the 24th minute and wing back Liam Motherway hit a contender for score of the match. These gave Cois Bhride a 0-9 to 2-1 lead at the break which didn’t look to healthy with the wind to face on the restart. Naomh Brid placed midfielder John Devine on the edge of the square on the restart with the intention of feeding him with the sliotar regularly and indeed it was a worthwhile tactic. A brace of points from a free and a ’65’ per Joe Booth had the teams level by the 33rd minute and following a good save from John Devine come 40 minutes,

Kieran Crawford gave Cois Bhride the lead with a fine score from play, 0-10 to 2-3. A low ball into Devine in the 42nd minute brought about its planned objective when he turned his marker and rattled the net. He followed immediately with a point, Jamie Power followed suit with an equally good effort and despite the sending off of their full back Matthew Hickey on a second yellow card, the outcome looked ominous at the end of the third quarter with Naomh Brid ahead by 3-5 to 010 and playing with the wind. Credit Cois Bhride, they replied in adversity and a brace of pointed frees by Mark Dalton left just 0-2 the difference after 53 minutes. However, a high tackle on Naomh Brid’s Jamie Power resulted in a second yellow for Cois Bhride’s Ben Ahearne and this interrupted their comeback momentum. With five minutes of normal time remaining, Joe Booth brought his tally from placed balls to 1-4 for the winners and this gave them a lead of 3-6 to 0-12. In an effort to save the game, Cois Bhride threw everything into attack and they had two goal efforts denied. Right on the call of normal time, Dean Beecher scored from a long distant free and at the other end Cian Geary was denied a goal. The tension continued to grow in the three minutes of added time and with just one of these remaining,

Naomh Bríd's players celebrate with the cup after they defeated Cois Bhríde in their County Minor Hurling Championship Div. 2 Final replay played in the Fraher Field. [Maurice Hennebry

John Devine looked as if he had secured the title in normal time with a score that left three points the difference again. However, Cois Bhride would not lie down and a last ditch free by midfielder Tom Dalton from an acute angle saw the net moving and this most enjoyable and competitive game went to extra time on a score of 3-7 to 1-13. As earlier written, Naomh Brid had the best of extra time and there was no denying their deserving win. At half-time in extra time, they led by 0-4 to 0-1 with white flags being raised by Joe Booth, Recce Stringer, 0-2 (1f) and Tadhg O’Gorman and just a solitary reply by Eoin McGrath for Cois Bhride, 3-11 to 1-14. The new champions won the second half of extra time by the same margin on a score of 0-5 to 0-2 and for once the winners were known long before the final whistle. Jamie Power, Luke Power, Reece Stringer, 0-2 (1f) and John Devine were their marksmen with the impressive throughout Liam Motherway and Eoin McGrath replying for Cois Bhride. In extra time, Reece Stringer had a lot to do with his team’s win and his experience from adult competition along with John Devine and James Walsh made a difference. Young Joe Booth gave a man of the match display and Naomh Brid have many other fine young players coming through

such as David Condon, Jamie Power, Fionn Thomas, Cian Geary and Luke Power who will be valuable assets to their respective adult set ups in the near future. After two hours and twenty minutes of play, defeat no doubt was hard to take in the Cois Bhride camp but contests like these will stand to their players in games to come. The injury to Shaun Henley deprived him of playing a major part in both matches while hurlers such as Dean Beecher, Eoin McGrath, Liam Motherway, the Daltons Tom and Mark, Ciaran McCarthy, Padraig Hyes and Mark Stewart have fine futures ahead of them. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board Paddy Joe Ryan presented the cup to Naomh Brid captain John Devine amid scenes of considerable excitement. Naomh Brid’s Top Three: Joe Booth, Reece Stringer, John Devine. Cois Bhride’s Top Three: Mark Dalton, Liam Motherway, Dean Beecher. Observer’s Man of the Match: Joe Booth. Number of Scorers: Naomh Brid 7. Cois Bhride 7. Scores From Play: Naomh Brid 2-10. Cois Bhride 1-6. Frees For: Naomh Brid 21. Cois Bhrde 19. Wides: Naomh Brid 10. Cois

Bhride 8. Score of the Match: Liam Motherway’s 23rd minute point from play for Cois Bhride. Scorers – Naomh Brid: Joe Booth 1-5 (1-3f, 1’65’), John Devine 1-3, Reece Stringer 0-4 (2f), James Walsh 1-0, Jamie Power 0-2, Tadhg O’Gorman and Luke Power 0-1 each. Cois Bhride: Mark Dalton 0-8 (7f), Tom Dalton 1-1f, Liam Motherway 0-2, Eoin McGrath 0-2 (1f), Mark Stewart, Kieran Crawford and Dean Beecher (f) 0-1 each. Naomh Brid: Evan McKenna; Kevin Curran, Matthew Hickey, David Hickey; Thomas Coffey, Fionn Thomas, David Condon; Luke Power, John Devine; Joe Booth, Cian Geary, James Walsh; Jamie Power, Reece Stringer, Bernard Wright. Subs: Tadhg O’Gorman for Bernard Wright, Niall Dalton for Cian Geary, Cian O’Gorman for Tadhg O’Gorman, Cian Geary for Niall Dalton. Cois Bhride: Cathal Hunt; Will Cunningham, Dean Beecher, Eoghan Lenehan; Liam Motherway, Tom Dalton, Ivan O’Neill; Eoghan McGrath, Tom Dalton; Ciaran McCarthy, Kieran Crawford, Ben Ahearne; Mark Dalton, Mark Stewart, Shaun Henley. Subs: Jake Chambers, Cian Hurley, Ciaran Hunt, Mike Condon, Diarmuid Costelloe. Referee: Nicky O’Toole (St. Paul’s).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

A tribute to an unsung LIAM DALTON’S SENIOR INTER-COUNTY FOOTBALL CAREER SHAMROCK’S LIAM DALTON PLAYED OVER 100 TIMES FOR HIS COUNTY PLAYED IN EVERY MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP CAMPAIGN FROM 1987 -2002 IN Waterford it is usual that it is the hurlers who receive the plaudits for their contribution to our County teams and their equivalent in the big ball game must surely include Shamrock’s clubman Liam Dalton. His service to the Deise was nothing less than remarkable on the back of 100% dedication over a fifteen year period from his first outing as a 19 year old in 1987 as a sub in a NFL game in Piltown against Kilkenny to his final game in the Munster championship against Clare at the Fraher Field in 2002. The present generation of young GAA players and supporters know the popular Shamrocks’ man as a member of the successful ‘’Out The Gap’’ Ballad duo

with fellow clubman Ollie Farrell and also as a current selector with his club and with the under age combination of Tallow and Shamrocks, namely Cois Bhride. However, there is a lot more to this man than his singing voice and having played, in our own calculations, 117 times for his County in senior football, not counting challenge games and tournaments and championship appearances in junior and intermediate hurling with Waterford, it is fair to say that Liam is indeed one of the true playing legends of GAA in this County. Dalton played in six different positions on the Waterford senior football team over the years, namely the two wings of defence and attack at midfield and

centre forward. His usual position was in the number 5 jersey and though he was mainly a defender or midfielder, he ended his career scoring 1-32 for his County. The word ‘legend’ is bandied about and used loosely these days but when a player stays with a team that doesn’t taste success too often and has no medals or awards to show for it but replaces these temporary pats on the back with service to the cause over a lengthy number of years, when others jump ship and make themselves unavailable, then Dalton is the blueprint for the real legend of the GAA in our, and indeed, in any County. At Club level Liam Dalton was and continues to be

equally dedicated and this season, despite the passing of years, he lined out in both hurling and football for the Shamrocks. In earlier years he was part of Shamrocks’ Western Intermediate hurling championship winning sides of 1990, 97, 99 and 2004 and the County final winning team of 1999. In football, he figured on the club team that won the Western Intermediate title in 1987 and he was named adult footballer of the year in Waterford in 1991 at 24 years of age. A detailed look hereunder of Liam Dalton’s appearances for the County best illustrates his service to Waterford football.

Liam Dalton’s Inter-County Appearances 1987 to 2002 1987 March 8th: Listed as a sub on Waterford NFL team v Kilkenny in Piltown. May 17th: Munster championship: Waterford 2-9; Clare 2-9 in Fraher Field. “Some substitutions in attack, however, paid dividends when Liam Dalton who came on for Carthach Mac Craith shot a point in the 57th minute. This heralded a remarkable fight back by the home side as Pierrie White shot a point a minute later. The goal they needed came five minutes from time when Dalton placed Jim McGrath for his second major. Waterford were in full flight after this and a brace of points from Pierie White brought, the scores level with two minutes remaining.’’

Looby; P. Hayes. E. Rockett, D. Casey: M. McGrath T. Condon: E. O'Brien, J. Maher , L Dalton: J, Heaiy, P. White. J. McGrath.

Scorers: Waterford: J. McGrath 2-2- P. White 0-3; E. O'Brien 0-2; J. Maher and L. Dalton 0-1 each. Waterford: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan, P. Quinn. P. Keating; P. Hayes', E. Rockett, D. Casey; L O'Connor, P. White- J. McGrath, C. Mac Craith, P. Curran- E. O'Brien, D. Burke, J. Maher. Subs. — J. Healy for E. Rockett- T. Behan for J. Maher; L. Dalton for C. Mac Craith.

Scorers: P. Curran 1-1, J. Maher 0-3, J. Healy and E. O'Brien 0-1 each Team: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan. P. Quinn, F. O'Brleni; E. Rockett, T. Leonard. D. Casey- M. McGrath, L. O'Connor J. Healy. P. White. E. O'Brien: J- McGrath, J. Maher. P. Curran. Subs. T. Corcoran for White: L Daniels for Healy, L. Dalton for McGrath.

May 31st: Munster Championship Replay v Clare in Ennis. Waterford 2-12; Clare 0-16. (A.E.T.) Waterford scored their first Munster championship victory in four years' when they pipped Clare in the first round senior football championship replay clash at Cusack Park. Ennis. It took extra time to decide the issue but in the end there could be no disputing the justice of the result. Clare were favourites but Waterford's greater commitment negated any advantage the home side might have had and in the end Waterford fully deserved their semi-final place against Kerry to be played in Dungarvan. Scorers: E. O'Brien l'-7, J. Maher 1-3, L. O'Connor and J. McGrath 0-1 each; Team: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan, P. Quinn, P. Keating: P. Hayes. E. Rockett, D. Casey; P. White. L. O'Connor; P. Curran, J. Maher, E. O'Brien; C. Mac Craith. D. Burke, J. McGrath. Subs., L. Dalton for Mac Craith; T. Behan for Keating; T. Leonard for Casey; J. Healy for Maher.

June 7th: McGrath Cup Final: Limerick 2-10; Waterford 1-3. Team: Kevin Heffernan; D.Kirwan, P. Quinn, P. Keating: P. Hayes. E. Rockett, D. Casey; P. White, L O'Connor; P. Curran, J. Maher , E. O'Brien: C. Mac Craith, D. Burke. J. McGrath. Subs: L. Dalton for C. Mac Craith; T. Behan for Hayes.

June: Munster Championship SemiFinal V Kerry in Fraher Field. Kerry 3-15; Waterford 2-8. Scorers: Liam O’Connor and Dan Casey 1-0 each, Jim Maher, Jim McGrath and Eoin O’Brien 0-2 each, Pat Curran and Pierre Whyte 0-1 each. Team: Kevin Heffernan; David Kirwan, Pat Quinn, Pat Keating; Pat Hayes, Eddie Rockett, Dan Casey; Jim McGrath, Liam O’Connor; Pat Curran, Pat Whyte, Eoin O’Brien; Carthach McGrath, David Burke, Jim Maher. Sub: Liam Dalton for Carthach McGrath.

November 7th NFL Round 1 Tipperary 0-14; Waterford 1-2. in Clonmel Scorers: Jim McGrath 1-0; E. O'Brien and J Maher 0-1 each. Team: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan, P. Quinn. D.

Liam Dalton not listed on team or in subs in Round 2 or 3. December 13th: NFL Round 4. Carlow 1-8; Waterford 1-5 in Dr. Cullen Park. Scorers: E. O'Brien 0-3: J. McGrath 1-0: J. Healy and P. Curran 0-1 each. Team: K. Heffernan: D. Kirwan, P. Quinn. F. O'Brien; E. Rockett, T. Leonard. D Casey; L O'Connor, L. Dalton; J. Healy, P. Curran. E. O'Brien: N Weldon. P. White, J. McGrath. Subs: P. Hayes for Kirwan; G. Walsh for Dalton.

1988 February 7th: NFL Round 5. Longford 0-10; Waterford 1-6 in Fraher Field.

February 14th: NFL Round 6 Wexford 0-8; Waterford 0-6. in Wexford Park. Scorers: P. Curran 0-4: T. Corcoran and J. McGrath 0-1 each. Team: Kieran Heffernan; David Kirwan, Pat Quinn, Fintan O'Brien; Eddie Rockett, Tom Leonard, Dan Casey; Ml. McGrath, Liam O'Connor; Liam Daniels, Tony Corcoran, Liam Dalton; Pat Curran , Jim Maher, Eoin O'Brien. Subs. Ger Walsh P. White, J. Healy. J. McGrath. P. Keating.

February 28th: NFL Round 7. Kilkenny 2-10; Waterford 2-8 in Fraher Field. “No fault could be found with the efforts of Fintan O'Brien Dan Casey, Liam Dalton and Pat Curran. Scorers: J. McGrath 1-1; L. Daniels 1-0: P. Curran. E O'B'rien and L. Dalton- 0-2 each; J. Maher 0-1. Team: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan, P. Quinn, F. O'Brien; E. Rockett, T. Leonard, D. Casey; L. O'Connor, L. Daniels; L. Dalton, J. Maher, P. Curran, E. O'Brien, T. Corcoran. J. McGrath. Subs. G. Walsh for Leonard; P. White for Daniels.

MAY 8th: 1st Round Munster Championship Waterford 3-9; Tipperary 1-11 in Fraher Field. Scorers: Noelie Weldon and Derek Wyse 1-1 each, Jim Maher 1-0, Pierie Whyte and Eoin O’Brien 0-3 each, Jim McGrath 0-1. Scorer for Tipperary: Liam Dalton 1-0 O.G. Team: Kevin Heffernan; David Kirwan, Dan Casey, Fintan O’Brien; Liam Dalton, Eoin Phelan, Eddie Rockett; Pierie Whyte, Liam O’Connor; Jimmy Healy, Jim Maher, Eoin O’Brien; Liam Daniels, Jim McGrath, Noelie Weldon. Sub: Derek Wyse for Jimmy Healy.

MAY 22nd: McGrath Cup Home Final. Waterford win in extra-time. MAY 29th: Munster SFC Semi-Final: Kerry 3-19; Waterford 1-7 in Tralee. Scorers : Jim Maher 1-2, Eoin O’Brien 0-2, Derek Wyse, Liam O’Connor and Liam Daniels 0-1 each. Team: Kevin Heffernan; David Kirwan, Dan Casey, Fintan O’Brien; Liam Dalton, Eoin Phelan, Eddie Rockett; Pierrie Whyte, Liam O’Connor; Pat Curran, Jim Maher, Eoin O’Brien; Noelie Weldon, Jim McGrath, Derek Wyse. Subs: M. Boyle for Dan Casey, Liam Daniels for M. Boyle.

October 23rd: First Round NFL.

2002 - Waterford Senior football team who were defeated by Clare in the Munster Championship at Fraher Field. Back Row: Left to Right: Connie Power, John Hearne, Michael Ahearne, Tomas Dunphy, Richie Power, P. Houlihan, Liam Dalton, David Kirwan. Front Row: Left to Right: Mick Fitzgerald, M. Crotty, Shane Walsh, Michael Walsh, Conor Watt, Ray Hennessy, Brian Wall. Wexford 2-4; Waterford 1-4 in Stradbally. # Liam Dalton named at wing back. October 30th: McGrath Cup Final: London 2-8; Waterford 1-6 in Ruislip. Scorers: Pat Curran 1-1, Eoin O’Brien 0-4 (2f), Pierie Whyte 0-1. Team: Kevin Heffernan; David Kirwan, Eddie Rockett, Fintan O’Brien; Liam Dalton, Eoin Phelan, Dan Casey; M. M cGrath, Liam O’Connor; Pat Curran, Liam Daniels, Eoin O’Brien; Noel Weldon, Pierie Whyte, Jim Maher, Subs: Derry Kiely, Pat Quinn, Tony Corcoran.

November 6th: NFL Second Round: Waterford 1-8; Clare 1-7 in Ennis. #Liam Dalton played wing back and scored a point. November 20th: NFL Round 3 : Limerick 1-5; Waterford 1-4 in Askeaton. #Liam Dalton played wing back. December 4th: Round 4 NFL: Waterford 1-9; Tipperary 0-7 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played wing back. 1989 February 5th: NFL: Round 5: Waterford 2-8; Carlow 0-11 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 12th: NFL Round 5: Waterford 2-7; Wicklow 1-6 in Blessington. #Liam Dalton played wing back. “Man of the Match for Waterford was Liam Dalton’’. February 26th: Round 6 NFL: Waterford 2-14; Kilkenny 0-4 in Mullinavat.# Liam Dalton played wing back. May 13th: Munster Senior Football Championship: Limerick 5-9; Waterford 1-9 in Askeaton. Scorers: J. McGrath (1-1), L. Dalton (0-2), T. Corcoran (0-2), J. Maher, E. O'Brien and M. Neville (0-1 each). Team: K. Heffernan, D. Kirwan, M. McGrath, F. O'Brien, P. Hayes, D. Casey, L. Dalton, L. Daniels, E. O'Brien, E. Phelan, M. Neville, J. McGrath, J. Maher, T. Corcoran. #Liam Dalton played left wing back.

October 22nd: NFL Round 1: Kildare 4-24; Waterford 2-9 in Athy. Team:

J. Grath, D. Kirwan, D. Burke, F.

O'Brien, L. Dalton, M. McGrath, J. Browne, L. Daniels, T. Gough, P. Corcoran, M. Power, D. Wyse, J. Power, P. Curran, N. Power. Sub: D. Callaghan for N. Power.

November 12th: NFL Round 2: Waterford 3-9; Clare 1-15 in Fraher Field. Scorers: J. McGrath 1-1; M. McGrath and J. Power 1-0 each; L. Dalton, C. Mac Craith and T. Corcoran 0-2 each; D. Casey and D; Burke .0-1 Team: T. Brennan, D. Kirwan, T. Walsh, F. O'Brien, L. Dalton, D. Burke, D. Casey, M. McGrath, T. Corcoran, J. Power, J. McGrath, D. Callaghan, L. Daniels, C. Mac Craith, M. O'Brien. Subs. P. Hayes for M. O'Brien, J. Healy for Mac Craith.

November 19th: NFL: Round 3: Limerick 0-12; Waterford 0-6 in Fraher Field. Team: T. Brennan; P. Hayes, D. Burke, F. O'Brien, L. Dalton, D. Kirwan, D. Casey, T. Corcoran, L. Daniels, J. Power, P. Curran, D. Callaghan, J. Dunne, C. Mac Craith, J. McGrath.

December 2nd: NFL: Round 4: Waterford v Tipperary, Postponed. Refixed Sunday, 28th January, 1990. No Report... Tipp won.... Liam Dalton named at right half back. 1990 February 4th: NFL: Round 5: Carlow 213; Waterford 1-12 in Carlow. #Liam Dalton played at midfield. February 26th: Round 6: Wicklow 2-18; Waterford 2-9 in Stradbally. # Liam Dalton played left half back and scored 0-2. March 7th: Round 7: Waterford 4-14; Kilkenny 1-5. # Liam Dalton played midfield and scored a point. May 6th: Munster Championship: Clare 0-13; Waterford 0-9 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played left half back and scored 0-1. October 7th: NFL: Round 1 Waterford 3-12; Clare 3-7 at Newmarket. #Liam Dalton played wing back and scored 0-2. October 21st: NFL: Round 2 : Carlow 1-12; Waterford 1-10. #Liam Dalton played at right half back. November 4th: All Ireland ‘B Semi Final: Sligo 1-10; Waterford 0-10 in Tullamore. #

Liam Dalton played wing back. Earlier Waterford beat Carlow by 1-10 to 1-7 and then received a walkover from Tyrone. November 25th: NFL: Round 3: Waterford 2-12; Limerick 2-11 in Askeaton. #Liam Dalton played wing back. December 2nd: NFL: Round 4: Wexford 2-14; Waterford 2-4 in Walsh Park. #Liam Dalton played wing back. 1991 Liam Dalton in America for Rounds 5, 6 and 7 of NFL. June 23rd: Munster Championship Semi-Final: Limerick 0-13; Waterford 0-11. #Liam Dalton played at left half back and scored 0-1. October 25th: NFL: Round 1: Limerick 2-12; Waterford 2-8 in Gaelic Grounds. #Liam Dalton played mid-field and scored 0-2. November 10th: NFL: Round 2: Wexford 0-10; Waterford 0-9 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played midfield and scored 0-1. November 23rd: NFL: Round 3: Waterford 0-4; Kilkenny 0-3 in Moincoin. #Liam Dalton played midfield. December 2nd: NFL: Round 4: Waterford 2-5; Carlow 1-7 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played centre forward and scored 0-1. “Liam Dalton’s 52nd minute point proved to be the winning score.’’ 1992 April 26th: McGrath Cup: Clare 2-7; Waterford 1-7 in Limerick. #Liam Dalton played at wing forward and scored 0-1. “A Liam Dalton goal effort came off the upright in the 14th minute after a very good outfield move.’’ June 23rd: Munster Championship Semi-Final: Limerick 0-13; Waterford 0-11 in Fraher Field. Liam Dalton played at left half back. October 18th: NFL: Round 1: Westmeath 1-10; Waterford 1-8 at Portlaw. #Liam Dalton played at wing back. (Continued on page 5)

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hero of Waterford GAA (Continued from page 5) October 25th: All-Ireland ‘B’ Championship: Wexford 2-9; Waterford 1-6. #Liam Dalton played at centre forward. November 1st: NFL: Round 2: Roscommon 0-9; Waterford 0-7 in Toolin, Roscommon. #Liam Dalton played at midfield and scored 0-1. “Waterford took the lead with a Liam Dalton point in the 52nd minute’’. November 15th: NFL: Round 3 : Meath 2-9; Waterford 0-6 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played midfield. November 29th: NFL: Round 4: Offaly 0-15; Waterford 0-7 in Tullamore. #Liam Dalton played midfield 1993 February 14th: NFL: Round 5. Clare 214; Waterford 0-11 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 28th: NFL: Round 6. Monaghan 2-10; Waterford 2-8 in Carrickmacross. #Liam Dalton played at midfield. March 14th: NFL: Round 7. Down 0-20; Waterford 0-6. Liam Dalton played midfield and scored a point. ‘’In the 5th minute, great work by Pat Walsh set up Liam Dalton for the equalising point’’. June 20th: Munster Championship Semi-Final. Tipperary 3-10; Waterford 0-13 in Walsh Park. #Liam Dalton played at centre forward and scored 0-4. October 10th: NFL: Round 1: London 1-8; Waterford 0-11 in Ruislip. #Liam Dalton played midfield. October 23rd: NFL: Round 2. Waterford 3-13; Limerick 2-12 in Leamybrien. Liam Dalton played midfield and scored 1-2. “A 48th minute Liam Dalton goal put the seal on a Waterford victory’’. November 20th: NFL: Round 4: Waterford 0-12; Carlow 0-11 in Walsh Park. #Liam Dalton played at centre field. 1994 February 5th: NFL: Round 5: Waterford 0-11; Sligo 1-8 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played centre forward. March 5th: NFL: Round 7. Westmeath 0-12; Waterford 1-6. #Liam Dalton played midfield. March 20th: NFL: Round 6: Waterford 2-12; Kilkenny 0-10 in Carrigeen. #Liam Dalton played centre field. June 24th: Munster Championship. Tipperary 5-14; Waterford 0-15 in Thurles. #Liam Dalton played wing forward and scored 0-2. October 15th: NFL: Round 1 : Waterford 1-12; London 2-5 at home. #Liam Dalton played centre forward and scored 0-1. October 22nd: All-Ireland ‘B Championship. Carlow 1-14; Waterford 2-10. #Liam Dalton played centre forward. October 29th: NFL: Round 2: Limerick 0-11; Waterford 0-8 in Askeaton. Liam Dalton played centre forward and scored 0-2. November 13th: NFL: Round 3: Waterford 2-9; Offaly 2-6 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played corner forward and scored 0-1. Novemer 27th: NFL: Round 4: Carlow

1-13; Waterford 1-5 in Carlow. #Liam Dalton played corner forward. December 4th: NFL: Round 5. Wicklow 1-6; Waterford 0-7 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton came on as a sub. 1995 February 12th: NFL: Round 6: Sligo 2-9; Waterford 0-8 in Sligo. #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 19th: NFL: Round 7: Waterford 1-12; Kilkenny 0-8 in Kilkenny. #Liam Dalton played wing back. March 5th: NFL: Round 8.Monaghan 0-12; Waterford 1-2 in Stradbally. #Liam Dalton played at left half back. May 28th: Munster Championship Cork 0-23; Waterford 0-9 in Pairc Ui Chaoimh. #Liam Dalton played centre forward. October 15th: NFL: Carlow 4-19; Waterford 2-7 in Carlow. #Liam Dalton played wing back. October 29th: NFL: Round 2: Offaly 2-10; Waterford 0-3 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played wing back. November 12th: NFL: Round 3. Limerick 1-12; Waterford 0-5 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played at wing back. November 26th: NFL: Round 4. Waterord 1-11; London 1-8 in Ruislip. #Liam Dalton played wing back. December 2nd: NFL: Round 5: Waterford 1-12; Kilkenny 0-3 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played wing back. 1996 January 21st: McGrath Cup: Cork 3-9; Waterford 1-7 in Leamybrien. #Liam Dalton played at wing back. February 4th: NFL: Round 6. Tipperary 3-7; Waterford 1-10 in Ardfinnan. #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 11th: NFL: Round 7. Longford 1-14 to 0-6 in Cappoquin. #Liam Dalton played wing back. March 9th: NFL: Round 8. Wicklow 0-17; Waterford 1-8 in Aughrim. #Liam Dalton played wing back. June 22nd: Munster Championship: Kerry 3-16; Waterford 0-8 in Fraher Field #Played left half back. October 13th: NFL. Round 1. Carlow 1-7; Waterford 0-6. #Liam Dalton played corner forward. October 27th: NFL Round 2. Offaly 2-16; Waterford 0-6. #Liam Dalton played full forward and scored 0-1. November 10th: NFL. Round 3. Waterford 2-9; Limerick 0-7 in Askeaton. #Liam Dalton played midfield and scored 0-1. Right from the throw-in, Waterford midfielders Michael O’Brien and Liam Dalton had the edge over their Limerick counterparts’’ November 24th: NFL Round 4. Waterford 2-9; London 1-6 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played midfield. December 1st. NFL: Round 5. Waterford 2-5; Kilkenny 1-7 in Clara. #Liam Dalton played wing back. ‘’Liam Dalton made no mistake with a 17th minute free’’. 1997 January 11th: McGrath Cup. Clare 1-14; Waterford 1-10 in Ardmore. # Liam Dalton

On the line with Shamrocks in a recent Western 'C' Junior Hurling Championship team at the Fraher Field are left to right: Liam Dalton, Kieran Ahearne and Ollie Farrell.

The Waterford senior football team that defeated Tipperary by 3-9 to 1-11 in the Munster Championship at the Fraher Field on Sunday, May 8th, 1988. Back Row: Left to Right: Jim Maher, Liam Dalton, Dan Casey, Eoin Phelan, Pierie Whyte, Fintan O’Brien, Eddie Rockett. Front Row: Left to Right: Liam O’Connor, Liam Daniels, David Kirwan, Eoin O’Brien, Kevin Heffernan, Jimmy Healy, Jim McGrath, Noelie Weldon. played wing back and scored 0-1. February 9th NFL: Round 6. Tipperary 2-10; Waterford 2-6 #Liam Dalton played midfield and scored 0-1. “The 19th mniute goal by Liam Dalton came after a great run and some combined play by Michael Downey and Shane Bergin’’. # February 16th: NFL: Round 7. Sligo 0-10; Waterford 0-5 in Markievicz Park. #Liam Dalton played midfield. June 1st: Munster Championship SemiFinal. Tipperary 2-7; Waterford 1-5 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played wing back. Liam Dalton missed the first three rounds of the NFL due to his involvement with his club Shamrocks in the West and County IHC finals. 1998 January 11th: McGrath Cup: Waterford 2-14; Tipperary 2-13 (A.E.T.) in Ardfinnan. # Liam Dalton played wing back and got 0-1. “Liam Dalton, Niall Curran, Richie Power and Curran again rifled over Waterford points in the opening eight minutes of extra time and the visitors were well on top’’. February 15th: NFL: Round 5: Wicklow 2-16; Waterford 2-6 in Aughrim. #Liam Dalton played at left half forward. February 22nd: McGrath Cup: SemiFinal: Cork 1-22 Waterford 2-13 (A.E.T.). #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 29th: NFL: Round 6: Clare 1-20; Waterford 1-4 in Cusack Park. #Liam Dalton played at corner back. May 30th: Munster Championship: Tipperary 1-16; to 0-7 in Clonmel. # Listed as a sub. Sunday, October 29th: NFL: Round 3. Longford 1-14; Waterford 0-10 in Longford. #Played wing back. November 22nd: NFL Round 2. Cavan 3-13; Waterford 1-9. #Liam Dalton played wing back and scored a goal. “Waterford plugged away scoring 1-1 in the closing quarter, the goal coming from Liam Dalton’’. 1999 January 31st: McGrath Cup Rd 1. Clare 1-8; Waterford 0-3 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played at wing back. February 7th: McGrath Cup Rd. 2: Tipperary 3-9; Waterford 0-9 in Golden. #Liam Dalton played wing back. February 21st: NFL: Round 4. Tipperary 4-10; Waterford 1-7. #Liam Dalton played left half back. March 7th: Round 6. Sligo 2-10; Waterford 1-7 in Markievicz Park. #Liam Dalton played right back. March 28th: NFL: Round 7. Carlow 0-13; Waterford 1-5 in Carlow. #Liam Dalton played right back and scored 0-1.

“Playing one of his best ever matches for Waterford, and there is no better exponent of the game than the Shamrock’s defender, scored a point in the 23rd minute.’’ May 23rd Munster Championship. Cork 3-23; Waterford 0-4 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played at left half back. November 28th: NFL Round 3: Waterford 0-14; Longford 2-6. #Liam Dalton came on as a sub having missed the two previous league games playing with his club and winning the Western and County Intermediate hurling finals. 2000 February 13th: NFL: Rd 4. Tipperary 1-9; Waterford 0-11 in Clonmel. # Played as a sub. March 19th: First time not named on a Waterford match panel since his inter county career started. April 2nd: McGrath Cup Final. Clare 0-9; Waterford 1-5 in Fraher Field. #Liam Dalton played left wing back. April 9th: NFL: Round 7. Waterford 1-13; Carlow 0-8. #Liam Dalton played left half back and scored 0-2. “A great run by the Shamrocks’ stalwart, #Liam Dalton, gave us a further point and he followed up with a super score in the 25th minute’’. May 14th: Munster Championship: Clare 0-15; Waterford 1-7 in Cusack Park, Ennis. #Liam Dalton started at centre forward at 33 years of age. November 12th: NFL: Round 2. Down 1-13; Waterford 0-7 in Down. #Played wing back. November 26th: NFL: Round 4. Longford 1-10; Waterford 0-4. # Played at left half forward. 2001 February 25th: NFL: Round 5. Tipperary 0-14; Waterford 0-10 at Fraher Field. # Liam Dalton played midfield. April 8th: NFL: Round 6. Kildare 0-14; Waterford 1-4 in Fraher Field. # Played as a sub. April 29th. McGrath Cup. Tpperary 0-15; Waterford 1-10 in Clonmel. #Played left half forward. Sunday, May 20th: Munster Championship: Cork 3-16; Waterford 1-7 in Cork. #Liam Dalton played left half forward. 2002 February 5th: NFL: Round 1 : Wexford 1-10; Waterford 1-8 in Fraher Field. #Played centre forward. March 3rd: NFL: Round 4: Meath 3-11; Waterford 0-6 in Navan.# Played left half forward. March 10th: NFL: Round 5: Waterford 0-8; Monaghan 0-8 in Fraher Field. #Played as a sub. March 31st: NFL: Round 6: Laois 2-12; Waterford 1-12 in Fraher Field. #Played

centre forward. May 12th: Munster Championship: Clare 3-9; Waterford 2-8 in Fraher Field. #Played left half forward. Seamus O’Brien May 17th 2002 – Liam Dalton. “Few People have given better service to the County footballers in recent times than Shamrock’s Liam Dalton. He is the last link with a Waterford senior football championship winning team. Liam played at centre field against Tipperary back in 1988 when we defeated them here at the Fraher Field. We have not won a first round since.’’ This willing servant of the County footballers is also a very popular player as seen on Sunday when he was given a huge cheer when replaced towards the end of the game.’’ OUT THE GAP Liam Dalton’s last championship outing for his County was the Munster championship game against Clare at the Fraher Field in May 2002. The following year he was named as a selector on the senior football team under manager Billy Harty, Ardmore and with fellow selector Pat Curran of Stradbally and trainer Peter Queally, Newtown. In recent years he is very much a part of the sideline in Shamrock teams and Liam’s involvement in GAA is currently taking a new turn with the coming of age of his twin boys Tom and Mark at juvenile and minor level. If they are anything like ‘ a chip off the old block’ and the early indications are thus, then arguably Waterford’s greatest football servant ever will be kept busy attending games in both codes for many more years to come. THE LAST MAN STANDING Liam Dalton played championship football for Waterford from 1987 to 2002. He is the only Waterford player to have figured on both teams 15 years apart and every year in between. 1987 Waterford Senior Football Championship Team: Waterford: K. Heffernan; D. Kirwan, (Stradbally), P. Quinn. P. Keating; P. Hayes, E. Rockett, D. Casey; L O'Connor, P. White, J. McGrath, C. MacCraith, P. Curran, E. O'Brien, D. Burke, J. Maher. Subs. J. Healy for E. Rockett; T. Behan for J. Maher; L. Dalton for C. Mac Craith. 2002 Waterford Senior Football Championship Team: P. Houlihan, M. Crotty, M. Fitzgerald, B. Wall; T. Dunphy, M. Ahearne, J. Hearne; D. Kirwan (John Mitchels), R. Power; C. Power, C.Watt, L. Dalton; M. Walsh, S. Walsh, R. Hennessy. Subs: S. Briggs, E. Walsh.

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Joe Power presents the Garranbane Cup.

Joe Cleary presents the Tournore Cup.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Juvenile Parish Leagues Finals. Cork Under 7/8 Team.

Donegal Under 7/8 Team.

Derry Under 7/8 Team.

Dublin Under 7/8 Team.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Juveniles JUVENILE COMMITTEE ANNUAL MEETING OF GENERAL MEMBERS After what was a year of whirlwind activity it is now time to reflect on our workings over 2018 at underage level. Having been nominated and ratified all of twelve months ago this week Joe Cleary and his team of willing workers set out on a well planned schedule of games, coaching, team preparation, fundraising events, away trips for players, visits from teams from within the county and indeed from teams from the other provinces, committee meetings, group strategy meetings, parish leagues, school/club liaison meetings etc. Indeed, the workload taken on by those who choose to support us in our commitment to ensuring that the youth of our parish get the very best of attention through our under-age games activity programme is really massive and speaks volumes of the extraordinary energy of all those involved. Joe, as team leader, has enabled the various age group leaders to take on their individual and collective responsibilities with the confidence of knowing that ours is a fully supportive

team effort, borne as it is, of a parish proud of its people and its traditions. Our club, encompassing the combined parishes of Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane, is immensely proud of our urban/rural setting and we do, of course, proudly recognise our village status which has grown from its origins as a rather small seaside village to what is now a much larger thriving, vibrant village blessed, as it is, with a truly wonderful community spirit. That spirit is feeding into our club from all corners of the parish and is ignited and stoked by all those who live in our midst. Many of old stock, many of new stock, all of our stock. The main thrust of the meeting of general membership will focus on the playing exploits of the various teams ranging from under 18s to under 6s in both hurling and football. Sub-committee secretary Danny McGrath will report on all activities in those areas and he will reflect too on activities of the various sub areas of responsibility that make up our very efficient working administrative structure.

John Dillon manages our finances in a most efficient manner and John will present his report to the membership. John’s expertise in this area has ensured very prudent control over our finances. Other areas to report will be Catering sub group, Coaches and Coaching Development responsibilities, PRO responsibilities, Membership Officer duties, Equipment Officer duties. Joe in his capacity as chairman of the juvenile sub-committee will reach out to all of you at our meeting on Tuesday night next as he extends an invitation to you all to join us in our efforts to ensure that the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty way is a good experience for all our members, players, administrators and supporters alike, based on an honesty towards, and trust in, each other. Every challenge is faced together, every person is valued equally. We will be joined and supported on the night by our Senior Club chairman Michael Briggs and members of the club executive. As club chairman Michael will of course take the reflections

of our End of Year Report at our General Meeting to the Clubs Annual General Meeting for consideration and ratification after which plans will be put in place for 2019 and onwards. Roll on 2019. Tuesday, 4th December at 7.30 p.m. at our club committee room. Feel free to join us on the night. AWARDS NIGHT We were well represented at the Bórd na nÓg Awards Function held in Gracedieu on Saturday night last. County Senior Hurling Manager Padraig Fanning was special guest at the event. Well done to all our players who received their “Man of the Match Awards. Our winners were: U-13 Football: Jake Fitzgerald Drummy U-14 Football: Seanie Callaghan U-14 Hurling: Charlie Treen U-15 Football: Sean Óg Flynn U-15 Hurling: Adam Carroll Lawlor U-16 Football: D. J. Kiely

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Gaelic Jottings Under 16 County Football saga LETTER from Under 16 Football Development Squad Management: I regret to inform you that my management team and I have informed the County Board that we don’t want our names to go forward for next year. Over the last few weeks we had a meeting with the minor hurling manager and the Board and during this meeting an arrangement was agreed regarding dual players. As this was broken over the weekend by the hurlers and no sanction was taken by the Board, we feel our position has become untenable. We don’t want to put the dual players in a position where they have to pick one or the other and for the welfare of those players we have decided to step down. All parents will be informed of our decision over the next 24 hours. Sorry and thanks for your co-operation over the last few months. A more detailed letter will be issued on Facebook, Twitter and the Press. Statement from Waterford County Board and Coaching & Games in relation to the letter from the Under 16 Football Development Squad Management. Waterford GAA & Waterford Coaching & Games Development would like to clarify issues raised in the letter from the Under 16 Football Team Management. The teams involved are currently U-16 Development Squads and are undertaking a Winter programme similar to all underage Development Squads. Both groups will officially become Minor teams in 2019. Both groups submitted their training plans to C&GD in the last three weeks. The plans involve the Football panel training every Friday night and Hurling panel training Monday and Friday nights. It was agreed by both managers at a meeting with the County Board Chairperson and Secretary that the dual players would attend Football training on Fridays 16th Nov., 30th Nov. and 14th Dec. and Hurling training on the remaining dates of Fridays 9th Nov., 23rd Nov., 7th Dec. and 21st December. The players were to be advised once the training panels were established. The Hurling extended panel was forwarded to Waterford GAA and Waterford Coaching and Games but the Football panel has not yet been received. The Football session scheduled for 16th Nov. was changed to Sat., 17th Nov. by the Football management. A number of the dual players then attended the Hurling session on Fri., 16th Nov. and the Football session on 17th Nov. As both groups are operating with extended panels at present there are a number of dual players on both panels. The Hurling management have a larger group as they currently had no trials and are still in the process of assessing players. The Football management have had a number of games recently in the Fr. Manning Cup and have chosen a training panel. The U-16 Football panel competed in the Fr. Manning Cup during Oct./Nov. with four games on Oct. 13th, 20th, 27th and Nov. 3rd. There was no U-16 Development Squad Hurling activity at this stage and the dual players were able to concentrate fully on Gaelic Football for the month of October. U-16 Hurling Winter training programme started on Mon., 5th Nov. Players involved in Munster Colleges competitions are only training once a week, the Friday night, with the U-16 Hurlers as they are training with their

schools during week. The sessions on Tuesday are yoga sessions and are only for players not playing in schools and are optional with players not required to attend if they so wish. It alternates every second week between East and West players. The average number of dual players on the final panels in previous years has been 5-6 and it would be expected that the 2019 panels would be similar. Once the Minor panels are finalised in January 2019 it is planned that the County Board Officers would meet the players, parents and managements to put in place an agreement regarding training plans for dual players. This will be for preparation in the lead up to the Munster Minor Hurling and Football Championships which involve a minimum of three Championship Football games in April followed by a minimum of four Championship Hurling games in May/June Waterford Coaching & Games Development have sought at all times to promote Hurling and Gaelic Football Development Squads equally and in 2018 the Gaelic Football squads were quite successful at U-14, U-15 & U-16. The work carried out by all Football & Hurling underage squads has contributed greatly to the Senior teams in recent years and all times Waterford Coaching & Games work towards developing players for future County Senior panels.

50 years of Scór in 2019 THE Scór season is fast approaching and with the 50th Anniversary of Scór in 2019, the organisers are looking to improve participation anseo i bPort Láirge. Scór is an enjoyable outlet for members of clubs to promote the cultural element of the Association which is very important. As AGM time approaches, clubs are being urged to try to make a special effort in this the 50th year of Scór to take part. All it takes is to find one person to take on the challenge in your club. SCÓR NA nÓG The Waterford final of Scór na nÓg (u17) will take place in Modeligo on Friday, 4th January at 7 p.m. The Munster Final will be in Cappoquin on Sunday, 20th January. It is a huge privilege to host a Munster Final in Port Láirge and it would be great to have high participation in Scór na nÓg this year. SCÓR SINSIR The Waterford County Final will take place on Saturday, 2nd February. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ (Primary level students) Qualifying rounds will take place in March with the final in Cappoquin in early April.

Model role for Molomphy THE Wexford senior hurling management team will include former Waterford player Stephen Molumphy for the 2019 campaign. Molumphy joined the Waterford senior squad in 2006 and became a regular member of the starting fifteen the following year. He won two Munster winners' medals, one National League winners' medal and one All-Star award before retiring in 2014. The Wexford People reports that the

Hooli Long Puck 2018 Cheque Presentation: Colin Bell and Kevin Heaney, Kevin Bell Repatriation Fund, are presented a cheque for €9,600 the proceeds of this year’s Hooli Long Puck by members of the organising committee. Back L-R: Michael Kelleher, Shane Flavin, Mark Landers, Trish Kiely, Tony Ryan, Michael Tutty, Katie Troy, Kealan Barry. Front: Paul Houlihan, Kevin Heaney, Colin Bell, Joan Young and Michael O’Halloran. [Dan McGrath]

Houli Long Puck presentation A PLEASANT function took place in Lawlors Hotel last Saturday evening when the proceeds of this year’s David Houlihan Memorial Long Puck were presented to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. In its third year, following last week’s presentation of €9,600, the total amount

raised by the Houli Long Puck to date is a very commendable total of €40,000. Well done to the local Long Puck Committee and every body who has helped with the organisation and everybody who has participated over the past three years in making this event such a success and in remembering our ever

popular member David Houlihan, who lost his life in Thailand in 2015. Thanks to Colin Bell and Kevin Heaney for travelling to Dungarvan last Saturday to accept this year’s proceeds. The Dungarvan GAA Club is delighted and honoured to be associated with such an important fundraiser each year.

Ballyduff Upper clubman will join Davy Fitzgerald’s backroom team which already includes J. J. Doyle, Saoirse Bulfin and Keith Rossiter.

“If you knew how much I thought about winning this for the last ten years, you'd probably say I wasn't normal,” “One thing we were always told when we were young is the easiest thing in life to do is give up. In the last five years we came back every year and we worked harder and harder, even when we thought we couldn't work any harder. “We managed to try and eke out another one or two per cent, and we got over the line. Without a shadow of doubt, it's the best feeling I've ever had in my life, it really is.”

ensuring their first meeting finished all square - 0-13 to 2-7. Munster then went on to record a 4-11 to 0-7 win over Connacht before also defeating Leinster by 3-13 to 2-3 to ensure their spot in the Cup Final. Ulster had also defeated Connacht and Leinster setting up a second meeting with their Round One opponents. The final, under lights, was played at electric speed, with Munster surging into an early lead. Sarah Houlihan was instrumental in attack, the Kerry player hitting a total of 1-8. Player of the Tournament, Waterford’s Emma Murray, was resolute in defence and her surging runs proved too much for Ulster to handle. Corkery bolstered the Munster team alongside Michelle Ryan and Aishling Moloney. The team from the south led by 1-8 to 0-2 at the break.

A rare opportunity BALLYGUNNER manager Fergal Hartley is emphatic in his statement that they are keen to push on in the AllIreland club SHC series. The Waterford champions picked up a second Munster club title recently seventeen years after winning their first back in 2001. A clinical performance saw them dethrone Limerick’s Na Piarsaigh, a side that had beaten them in two of the last three provincial finals. Amid the scenes of celebration at the final whistle, Hartley took time to speak to the Waterford News & Star and already he was looking ahead to the AllIreland club semi-final [against either Ballyhale Shamrocks or Ballyboden St Endas] and ensuring that they gave it their all. “We don’t get chances like this too often,” stated Hartley. “It’s only the second time in our history. This club is 64 years old and it’s only the second time we’ve been at this stage so you’ve got to take those chances with both hands when you get them.” WHAT A FEELING Philip Mahony says Ballygunner’s Munster Club SHC victory represents the highlight of his career to date. The Waterford champions came from five points down to dethrone Na Piarsaigh bagging their first Munster crown in 17 years.

Munster Ladies win InterProvincial A BRIEGE Corkery captained Munster team took Interprovincial honours under lights in Waterford IT Sports Arena on Saturday afternoon last. It brought an end to a successful day at the Waterford venue. Ulster were denied 7 in-a-row as Munster swept them aside in the Cup Final. Corkery was playing her first competitive football at elite level since the 2016 TG4 All-Ireland Senior Final victory for Cork over Dublin. The 11-time Brendan Martin Cup winner and ten-time TG4 All Star accepted Pat Sullivan’s invitation to link up with the Munster squad – and skippered the province to glory. The warning signs were there from the outset as Munster and Ulster battled it out in the opening round of the prestigious competition, with Tipperary’s Aishling Moloney instrumental in

Scór Na Seachtaine SEAN Ryan’s 37th minute point for Dungarvan in their County Junior ‘B’ Hurling final against Kilmacthomas in the Fraher Field last Saturday afternnon.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the Editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the 1968 National Football League Game on the newspaper dated the 16th of November, 1968. Waterford 1-7; Kildare 1-7.

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New Lady football trainer THE Nire’s Tom Flynn, who vacated his position with the County under 16 footballers in a dispute with the County Board last week, has been appointed trainer

with the Waterford senior lady footballers with Johnny Troy from Kilmacthomas succeeding Pat Sullivan as team manager.

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY DUNGARVAN CBS VANQUISHED IN EXTRA-TIME Championship: Munster Colleges Senior ‘B’ Hurling Championship. Date: Thursday, 15th October, 1998. Half-time score: Cashel 1-6; Dungarvan CBS 2-3. Full-time score: Cashel 1-13; Dungarvan CBS 3-7. Dungarvan CBS: Cillian O Murchadha (Gaeltacht), John Veale (Dungarvan), Gerard O’Grady (St. Mary’s and Ballydurn), Padraigh O hArtaigh (Gaeltacht), Vincent Lynch (Kilgobinet), Richard Scanlan (Cappoquin Capt.), Eoghan Breathnach (Gaeltacht), Mark Shanahan (Dungarvan), Ger Cusack (do.), Declan Hickey (Clashmore), Walter O’Grady (Naomh Brid and Modeligo), Seamus Cunningham (Dungarvan), Tom Kiely (St. Olivers), Paul Landers (do.), Martin Walsh (Fourmilewater). Subs: Jimmy Moore (Abbeyside) for Declan Hickey (50 minutes); Willie Kiely (Kilgobinet) for Gerard Cusack (73 minutes).

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Bord na nÓg Portláirge Officers and Committee pictured at the annual Co. Bord na nÓg Awards Night held in De La Salle GAA Club last Saturday evening, along with special guests. Front Row, L-R: Gavin Whelan, Eric Furlong, Padraig Nolan, and Pauric Fanning (Waterford Senior hurling manager). Back Row L-R: Billy Devine, Pat Morrissey, Tommy Prendergast (Waterford Senior footballer), Angela Whelan, and Robert Grace. [Valarie O’Donnell]

Club Focus Wednesday, 21st October, 1998. WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING FINAL

Geraldines retain divisional crown Geraldines 1-11; Clashmore 0-11. GERALDINES Junior hurlers won their successive Western title and their fourth in five years at the Fraher Field on Sunday last when they held an ever so slight edge over local rivals Clashmore who to be fair to them battled all the way in a game which produced wholehearted efforts from both teams. All year long this pairing was the much anticipated big one and there was an air of expectation within the ground when referee Pat Moore got proceedings underway. Clashmore raced into an early lead with points per Michael Costin 1st minute, Donal Fitzgerald 5th minute and Mike Shalloe, free 7th minute, before Geraldines “Man of the Match” Pat Donovan pointed a 65 in the 9th minute, after Seamus Budds had denied Donnacha Tobin. Paul Connery pointed in the 17th minute. Ed Beresford placed Mike Fenton for Clashmore’s fourth point in the 20th minute. Michael Murray (free) 22nd minute and Ned Scanlon from play in the 26th minute and Murray again in the 27th minute also from a placed ball left the score at (0-6 to 0-4). Back came Clashmore for points form Stephen Barron 28th minute, and a glorious score per Mike Shalloe in the 30th minute to leave the sides all square at the interval (0-6 each). GOLDEN GOAL On the turnover Ed Beresford who was Clashmore’s most consistent player over the hour pointed in the 32nd minute but Michael Murray levelled the scores for the third time with a pointed free in the 35th minute. In the 39th minute came the decisive score of this very enjoyable final as great work by right half forward Paul Connery saw him heading goalwards from the stand sideline towards the road goal to find full

forward Donnacha Tobin with an inch perfect hand pass and Tobin made no mistake as he billowed the net (1-7 to 0-7). Clashmore who are always great championship battlers came back for points per Karl O’Keeffe 40th minute, Mike Shalloe (free) 45th minute and a great score in the 49th minute when Mike Fenton and Ed Beresford combined to place Seamus O’Rourke who pointed to level it up for the fourth time (1-7 to 0-10). Michael Murray pointed a 54th minute free to regain the lead for Geraldines. Ned Scanlon (55th) and Noel Downing 56th minute clipped over points to open up a three point gap. Then it was that man again Pat Donovan who lofted over a great point 111 to 0-11 in the 57th minute. For Geraldines Alan Ronayne kept his net intact. Laurence Maher and Alan Cullen held the centre of the defence in style with Tomas Curran, Jimmy and John Tobin and particularly Tholm Keane lending good support. Pat Donovan I have mentioned, while up front Donnacha Tobin, Michael Murray, Ned Scanlon and Paul Connery took the honours with Noel Downing also impressing. While Kieran Cotter, Brian Connery and substitute Thomas Cullinane also all contributed to this victory. For Clashmore Seamus Budds, Vincent O’Rourke, Brian O’Neill, Kevin O’Rourke, James Kelly, Seamus McGrath, Brian Murray, while Mike Fenton, the consistent Ed Beresford, Stephen Barron, Karl O’Keeffe, Seamus O’Rourke and Mike Shalloe all more than held their own. Geraldines: Alan Ryan; Tomas Curran, Laurence Maher, Jimmy Tobin; Tholm Keane, Alan Cullen, John Tobin; Brian Connery, Pat Donovan; Paul Connery, Noel Downing, Michael Murray; Kieran Cotter, Donnacha Tobin, Ned Scanlon. Sub: T. Cullinane for John Tobin. Clashmore: Seamus Budds; Vincent O’Rourke, James Kelly, Brian O’Neill; Kevin O’Rourke, Seamus McGrath (Capt.), Brian Murray; Michael Fenton, Ed Beresford; Stephen Barron, Karl O’Keeffe, Michael Shalloe; Donal Fitzgerald, Michael Costin, Seamus O’Rourke. Subs: M. Hynes for D. Fitzgerald; P. Allen for M. Hynes; P. Lombard for M. Costin.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 4 Forecasts. 1 Correct. 3 Incorrect. Success Rate: 25% This Week's Forecasts: Munster JH Final: Ballinameela v (Cloughduv). County U-21 “A” H Final: Abbeyside v (DLS). East U-21 “B” H: Tramore v (St. Mollerans). East JF “C”: St. Saviours v (Portlaw). To Date: 445 Forecasts. 298 Correct. 147 Incorrect. Success Rate: 67%.

Eddie O’Donnell Eastern Under 21 ‘A’ Hurling Championship Final

De La Salle provide the opposition for Abbeyside in U-21 Final De La Salle …………………1-16; Ballygunner …………….…1-14. DE La Salle staged a remarkable comeback to win a record fourth East Waterford U-21 hurling title in a row when outscoring Ballygunner by two points. This win sees the City club provide Abbeyside’s opposition for the third year in a row in the County final in this age group. The eventual winners trailed by five points at half-time and with just 10 minutes to play were still four points adrift. However De La Salle finished like a train hitting six points without reply over the those closing minutes to register what for the majority of this game looked like an unlikely victory. On an excellent surface at Walsh Park the favourites Ballygunner, whom dispatched the challenge of Mount Sion in the semi-final with the minimum of fuss, dominated the opening proceedings here. After 13 minutes Ballygunner led 0-7 to 0-1 with seven different scorers on manager Billy O’Sullivan’s scorecard and were unfortunate not to register an early green flag when David Dawson’s 3rd minute drive flashed across Shaun O’Brien’s goal. De La Salle got a badly needed boost when an Eddie Meany crossfield pass found Cormac McCann with the young speedster racing clear to shoot to the net after 16 minutes. Less than a minute later Kevin Mahony matched this score when his angled effort nestled in the top left-hand corner of the net at the Keane’s Road end, 1-7 to 1-1. Cormac Power added another

Ballygunner point to increase their advantage to seven points with 20 minutes elapsed. De La Salle followed with four white flaggers in row from Thomas Douglas (3) and Eddie Meaney, however two late first half points from Michael Mahony gave Ballygunner a five point half-time lead, 1-10 to 1-5. De La Salle began winning far more possession around centrefield on resumption and with both Mikey Costigan and Thomas Douglas converting from placed balls the margin was down to just two points, 1-12 to 1-10 after 47 minutes. Points from Kevin and Michael Mahony looked to have steadied the ship for the Gunners with the favourites now back leading by four points with 10 minutes to play. Remarkably Ballygunner failed to score again. Cormac McCann, substitute Dylan Finn, man-of-the-match Mikey Costigan and Thomas Douglas all landed points to level the game. After 58 minutes halfback Gavin Coppinger ventured forward and hit a superb point on the run to put De La Salle into the lead for the very first time. Harry Ruddle, reintroduced with just two minutes to play after been substituted at half-time, was entrusted by his team management with the taking of a long-range free from just beyond his own 65m line to level the game. Although wellstruck, Ruddle’s effort sailed left and wide. In injury time the excellent Cormac McCann put De La Salle two points clear with referee Michael O’Brien then calling for the

ball and blowing the final whistle to signal a well celebrated victory for the Gracedieu men. De La Salle will go in search of a fourth county U-21 hurling title this Saturday at 2 pm in Fraher Field where they meet western champions Abbeyside in the decider. De La Salle: Shaun O’Brien, Lorcan Dwyer, Darren Kenneally, Lee Wall, Ryan Duke, Conor GilesDoran, Gavin Coppinger, Mikey Costigan, Sean Carton, Cormac McCann, Sam Flynn, Eddie Meaney, Evan Whelan, Thomas Douglas, Michael Roche. Subs: Luke Flynn for Evan Whelan and Dylan Finn for Michael Roche (both 37m), Aidan Gannon for Sam Flynn (55m). Scorers: Thomas Douglas (0-7, 0-5f), Cormac McCann (1-2), Mikey Costigan (0-3, 0-2f, 0-1’65), Dylan Finn (0-2), Eddie Meaney and Gavin Coppinger (0-1 each). Ballygunner: Darragh O’Keeffe, Darragh Hogan, Nick Byrne, Paddy Leavy, Gus Flynn,Tadhg Foley, Shane Kennedy, Michael Mahony, Mark Mullally, Harry Ruddle, Peter Hogan, Billy O’Sullivan, Kevin Mahony, David Dawson, Cormac Power. Subs: Tom Gallagher for Harry Ruddle (ht), Harry Ruddle for David Dawson (57m), Gavin Corbett for Mark Mullally (58m). Scorers: Michael Mahony (0-6, 0-4f), Kevin Mahony (1-2), Peter Hogan (0-2), Harry Ruddle, David Dawson, Mark Mullally and Cormac Power (0-1 each). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

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Another ‘home’ game away

Waterford Camogie - Munster Minor Camogie Champions Medal Presentation Night – Saturday. 24th November. 2018 at the Granville Hotel. Waterford, Munster Minor Camogie Champion’s 2018 pictured with Ita Murphy, Chairperson, Waterford Camogie Board and Marion Graham, Chairperson, Munster Camogie Council. [Noel Browne]

EVER before speculation about where Waterford will play their home championship hurling games in 2019, the County’s new management team has to prepare for their first ‘Home’ National league fixture at a neutral venue. Having broken the April club activity only rule in 2018, Waterford was among a small number of Counties that have been punished with the loss of home advantage for their first NHL fixture v Offaly and an appeal was turned down as recently as last Monday night.

Ballinameela seeks Munster glory AIB MUNSTER CLUB JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL BALLINAMEELA V CLOUGHDUV in Mallow Sunday, December 2nd, 2018 at 1.00 p.m. IT will be an early start for the Ballinameela camp heading to Mallow this Sunday for the final of the Munster club junior hurling championship final against Cork champions Cloughduv. This will be the sixth year in a row that a Waterford club features in the Provincial decider with 3:2 winning ratio thus far and this year’s champions, no doubt, will be all out to improve this further. Ballnameela has enjoyed a good run into this Sunday’s final with a Western final win over Colligan followed by their County final win against Tramore. Limerick champions Tournafulla were next up and Brian Beatty’s charges produced a battling performance to

win by 1-15 to 0-14 at the Fraher Field to qualify for Sunday’s decider. Mallow is the place any junior club in the Province would like to be on the first week of December and now that the Waterford champions have ensured their name on the match programme, they will want to come home with the Rory Nealon Cup. Standing in their way are the impressive Cork champions, Cloughduv who dispensed of the Tipperary title winners BoherlahanDualla by 1-16 to 0-12 on the same day that Ballinameela overcame Tournafulla. The Cloughduv club is in the Muskerry division in Cork and it fields in just hurling competitions. In 2012 Grenagh defeated Cloughduv (later beaten by Ballysaggart at the Fraher Field) in the Cork mid west final by 1-15 to 2-11 and after County final defeats in 2009, 2010 and 2015, they deservingly came good last October when they defeated Russell Rovers in the Cork decider by 2-12 to 0-14. Scorers for Cloughduv: B.

Verling (0-10, 0-7 frees, 0-1 65), J. Ryan and A. Cronin (1-0) each, B. Ahern and J. Moynihan (0-1 each). Cloughduv: J. Buckley; P. Buckley, E. Clifford, A. Twomey; G. Ahern, D. O’Leary, B. Ahern, M. Verling (Capt), A. Murphy; M. Walsh, A. Cronin, D. Corkery; B. Verling, J. Ryan, J. Moynihan. Subs: K. Barry Murphy for D. Corkery (45), D. Sullivan for A. Cronin (46), S. Curzon for J. Moynihan (59), L. Long for D. O’Leary (63). Brian Verling is Cloughduv’s key performer from play and from placed balls as well as providing for other player’s scores. He lines out at corner forward and either Rob Shine or Kealon Looby could be assigned a man marker job here which they have experience at in previous outings. However, one feels that Ballinameela require to concentrate on their own performance on Sunday more so than their opposition’s. They still haven’t produced the full hour and they have the unwanted habit of leaving teams back into games that should be all but over.

Ballinameela players ready for the Munster Final in Mallow on Sunday: Kealon Looby, Brendan Phelan, Rob Shine. Recent goal scoring opportunities that have come their way have not been taken often enough and this could be a key area on Sunday between winning and losing.The Waterford champions look to be capable of winning if they play to their full potential and Mallow on Sunday is the place to deliver. Donagh Looby has manned the goal capably all year behind a full line of defence that should read Kealon Looby, Micheal Shine and team captain Rob Shine. Kevin and David Phelan and Lorcan Looby have the size and physique to be comfortable under the dropping ball

and Tom and Paul Curran can be relied on to put in a shift at midfield and both are also capable of dissecting the uprights. If Brendan Phelan is free from injury and if he can produce his best, he can have a major say in the destination of honours while Jim Curran is hitting scoring mode at the right time of the year. Brian Phelan can be a thorn in any opposition’s defence and he will give it his all right up to the long whistle. The remaining forward positions have been revolving around Cian Culloo, Conor Buckley, Liam O’Brien, Mikey Phelan, Eamonn

Walsh and Micheal Culloo and whichever three start, and it’s likely to be the first three named, then they will know that there is another three willing and able to replace them and that can be but good for the overall challenge to win. On a given year, Ballinameela would be rated alongside former Munster winners Ballysaggart, Modeligo and Ardmore and if they produce their best form for the full hour, then they can be the fourth club from the West to bring the Rory Nealon Cup down the Blackwater and home. Forecast: Ballinameela.

Can Abbeyside lift the Tony Mansfield Cup? JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Under 21 ‘A’ Hurling Championship Final DE LA SALLE V ABBEYSIDE in Fraher Field Saturday, December 1st at 2 p.m. THE Christmas shopping will be put on hold across the bridge this Saturday, and maybe Sunday, as local side Abbeyside seek to win the last ever County under 21 hurling final and with it the Tony Mansfield Memorial Cup for the first time since it was first played for in 2015. The Villagers have won this title on four occasions thus far, the first in its inaugural year in 1966 and then three times in four years in 2004, ’06 and ’07. This year is their best opportunity of the past three years to regain the title as their side has matured nicely and some good younger players have come into the age group. The Blue and Gold were deserving winners against Cois

Bhride in extra time in the Western final but a period of hibernation in the second half during which they remained scoreless for a quarter of an hour is an amber alert sign ahead of Saturday. Cois Bhrid were not able to take advantage of this but champions die hard and DLS may be a different kettle of fish if the same occurs again. In the second quarter of the Western final and in extra time Abbeyside showed their true value and if they can produce this form for longer spells the Tony Mansfield Cup can be back home on Saturday night. Between the posts, Aaron Beresford has been soundness personified as has his full back in front of him, John Elstead, who will be flanked by David Montgomery and Conor McCarthy. The half line of senior duo James Beresford and Conor Prunty and on their left Mark Twomey will provide plenty protection for their full line while out in lar na pairce Darragh McGrath and Tom Lobby are well capable of edging the midfield battle.

Neil Montgomery will lead an attack that is capable of keeping the scoreboard ticking which includes Sean Whelan Barrett, Kevin Dwane, Daithi Brunnock and Eoin Kiely while County minor Michael Kiely is a significant introduction this year and he has turned this capable forward division into a very dangerous one. Shane Ahearne is a practical option in either defence or in attack with Ben Flynn also hoping to see some game time. Credit DLS they are the only club to have won the Mansfield cup and they are now seeking to keep it in Gracedieu for the fourth year in a row. The city side were slightly surprising but in the end deserving winners over Ballygunner in last weekend’s Eastern final, coming with a late surge to retain their title and they were fortunate to defeat Clonea in the previous round by 4-6 to 1-14. However, they seem to have used up two of their lives in both games and it will be a big test for them to win their fourth in

a row County title against a very capable Abbeyside fifteen this Saturday. The champion’s team contains double figures of last year’s winning combination, not a bad return, from the side that beat the Villagers in Dunhill. Senior club goalie Shaun O’Brien will man the post behind a full line comprised of Lorcan Dwyer, Conor Giles Doran and Darren Kenneally. Gavin Coppinger wears the number 6 jersey with Ryan Duke and Lee Wall completing the half line. At midfield, Man of the Match in the Eastern final, Mikey Costigan will be partnered by the towering Sean Carton and the battle in this sector could be one of the highlights of the game. Thomas Douglas may operate from centre forward, he is a very capable scorer but often blows hot and cold and with Conor Prunty keeping an eye, it could be the latter on this occasion. Sam Flynn and Evan Whelan complete this line of attack. Team captain Eddie Meaney, in

Darragh McGrath, Abbeyside

De La Salle Captain Eddie Meaney.

the corner can be a match winner and he will need plenty watching as will the speedy Cormac McCann in the other corner who finished the last day with 1-2 behind his name. Full forward Michael Roche was among those substituted against the Gunners with such as Dylan Finn, Luke Finn and Aidan Gannon coming on to see some action. Champions don’t give away

their titles easily but playing in the Fraher Field with a large support and attempting to win the last under 21 championship to be played after winning the first one 52 years ago in 1966 and with the Tony Mansfield Cup on offer, all combines with their potential, to give the Villagers a real opportunity of finishing 2018 on a high note. Forecast: Abbeyside.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

St. Pat’s Juveniles 14 MAN NAOMH BRÍD TRIUMPH IN MARATHON MINOR FINAL REPLAY JJ KAVANAGH & SONS MINOR HURLING DIV 2 FINAL Naomh Bríd / St. Pat's 3-16 v Cois Bhride 1-16 This much-anticipated sequel to the drawn final lived up to its billing. In the first game Naomh Bríd displayed great character to win a reprieve after their slow start almost cost them the game. Winning the toss Cois Bhride elected to play with the strong wind whistling in over the Fraher Field from the Antarctic via the Colligan estuary. Naomh Bríd got off to a flying start due in no small part to Cois Bhride having a Saint Vincent de Paul moment of charity. An innocuous driven free by James Walsh from 30 metres posed little threat right up to the moment the net billowed. Skidding in low it somehow eluded the defender's tangled hurleys. Less than five minutes gone and Naomh Bríd had an improbable lead. Stung into action Cois Bhride responded with a flurry of points. Using the wind to best advantage they launched satellite after satellite into the Naomh Bríd half. Naomh Bríd struggled to cope and the Bridesiders quickly set about building a lead. A 16th minute Joe Booth point came against the run of play. Making a tremendous block on an attempted clearance, he compounded the damage by whipping the broken ball over the bar to bring the teams level. The same player inflicted more misery on Cois Bhride a minute later. After a clever pass found him in space 20 metres out from goal, he rifled his shot into the roof of the net past a despairing dive from the Cois Bhride keeper. Cois Bhride responded with a cluster of points that saw them finish the first period stronger, catching up and then overhauling Naomh Bríd. The half-time score was Naomh Bríd 21; Cois Bhride 0-9. In the second half, it was Naomh Bríd’s turn to enjoy the aid of the breeze. Joe Booth, Reece Stringer and John Devine started to have an impact on the match. In response, Cois Bhride adjusted their game to incorporate quick puck outs and short passes. In the 48th minute, Devine turned his man and sprinted through on goal. He gave the excellent Cois Bhride keeper no chance, dispatching the ball to the net with an aplomb that belied his years. At the other end of the pitch, Matthew Hickey was putting in a towering performance to keep Cois Bhride at bay. In goal, Evan McKenna was as cool as an ice cube in Steve McQueen’s whiskey tumbler. Shots dropping short in the breeze were confidently dealt with and dispatched back up the field to the waiting forwards. A great save off a Cois Bhride free saw him stranded, but Fionn Timmins was on hand to shepherd the ball to safety. By the 51st minute, Naomh Bríd was nursing a decent lead when disaster struck. One of our defenders was harshly adjudged to have hauled down a forward who was through on goal. A red card followed and we were now protecting our lead with 14 men. A reinvigorated Cois Bhride closed the gap to three. A free at the end of normal time was driven in low and hard. McKenna half blocked it and Kevin Curran was on hand to flick the ball off the goal line before it trundled home. Surely Cois Bhride’s last chance had come and gone. The rollercoaster ride had one more twist in it. A 62nd minute Cois Bhride free from 30 metres was blasted towards goal. Sliding off a defenders hurley it deflected into the bottom right-hand corner of the net. A shorthanded Naomh Bríd would have to get leaden legs through another 20 minutes of extra time. Instead of wilting, Naomh Bríd set about winning the game for the second time. Points from O’Gorman and Walsh nudged us into a lead. Luke Power secured possession on the halfway line and when he swung the ball over the bar against the breeze, it elicited a raucous response from the Naomh Bríd supporters in the stand. Devine and Walsh added to their tally. Finally, after 140 minutes of hurling Cois Bhride heads started to droop. They had played magnificently but it wasn’t to be their

The victorious Naomh Bríd / St. Pat's minor hurling team celebrate their county final win. day. The final whistle sounded and once the jubilation had dampened down Captain John Devine accepted the trophy from Waterford County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan. The players made their way down onto the pitch to celebrate with family and friends. Fathers and mothers getting photographed with their sons, younger siblings discovering a grudging respect for older brothers, smiling mentors thinking that all the hardship was worthwhile. The on-pitch celebrations were only cut short by the floodlights being turned off. A ‘have ye no homes to go to’ moment. Thus, ended a great day that will live long in the memory and longer in the folklore of Naomh Bríd and St. Pat's Team: 1. Evan McKenna, 2. Jack Fraher, 3. Matthew Hickey, 4. Kevin Curran, 5. Thomas Coffey, 6. Fionn Timmons, 7. David Condon, 8. Luke Power, 9. John Devine, 10. James Walsh, 11. Reece Stringer, 12. Tadhg O'Gorman, 13. Mike Walsh, 14. Bernard Wright, 15. Joe Booth, 16. Cian O'Gorman, 17. Niall Dalton, 18. Mikie Walsh, 19. David Hickey, 20. Jamie Power, 21. Cian Geary, 22. Shane Kirwan, 23. Dean Carroll. MINOR LADIES LIGHT UP THE NIGHT TO DISPATCH OLD PARISH St. Pat's 3-10; Old Parish 1-2. A small frozen huddle of spectators nestled in the furthest recesses of the stand were treated to a display of footballing character by the St. Pat's Minor Ladies tonight. The wind swept in off the Comeraghs bringing with it arctic rain, the floodlights barely sufficient to track the flight of the ball in the night sky. The stop start nature of the game saw both sides spurn quarter chances in the first 10 minutes. Neither side were creating much and both midfields found themselves feeding off

Dungarvan JUNIOR B HURLING FINAL Dungarvan 2-7; Kilmacthomas 0-13. Well done to our Junior Hurlers who upset pre match predictions by drawing last Saturday’s County Junior B hurling final at the Fraher field. In a very well contested first half we led at half-time by a solitary point. Liam Ryan struck a close range goal on 17 minutes and scores by captain Kealan Barry and Sean Ryan gave us that slender lead at the break. With the aid of a slight breeze we led up to the 34rd quarter on a score of 1-7 to 0-9 but Kilmac’s superior fitness kicked in and they led by 0-13 to 1-7 with 59 minutes on the clock. Credit to our players, they dug deep to try save the game and a goal from Luke O’Callaghan did just that, with the sides deservedly level when the final whistle blew. Team: CRAIG BARRY, G. DONNELLY, D. BARRY, A. KIRWAN, G. CUSACK, K. BARRY, S. HYSLOP, J. HAVENS, S. RYAN, D. KIRWAN, J. LYNCH, L. RYAN, L. O’CALLAGHAN, C. DUGGAN, B. CULLINANE, I. SHEEHAN, P. QUEALLY, C. MULCAHY. CLUB AGM The club’s AGM takes place in the Clubhouse on Sunday, 16th December at 4 p.m. This is the ideal opportunity for anyone looking to get involved in the club to come along, all are welcome. This is also the only place to discuss any opinions or ideas for the club going forward. Look forward to seeing everyone on the day.

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CLUB GEAR Official club gear is available on the O’Neills website. Both adult and children sizes available. The quality of the clothing is excellent and anyone that has made purchases have been happy. Https://www.oneills.com/shop. ST. STEPHEN’S DAY REHAB RUN Organised in conjunction with West Waterford Athletic Club plans are well in place for this year’s Run and Walk which will take place from our club grounds on December 26th at 11 a.m. Refreshments will be served afterwards in the clubhouse. There are two courses available, 2 miles and 5 miles. These courses are not races but participation events.This year all proceeds will go to Support Club player Dane Power in his continual rehabilitation. We look forward to everyones support on the day. All will be most welcome to Clogherane on St. Stephen’s morning. CHRISTMAS RAFFLE Our Christmas raffle tickets are now doing the rounds and offer very attractive prizes with a top prize been 1,000 shopping voucher for SuperValu along with other great prizes. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. CALENDARS St. Joseph’s Primary school where a lot of our young gaels attend have produced a very colourful and flip calendar where all the children feature in. This is a wonderful calendar which has been produced to a very high standard. These calendars can be purchased from Trish Silke at a price of €10 each.

scraps. Old Parish pointed first, but this was only an overture to their goal which followed soon after. An Old Parish attempt at a point fell short, our goalie made a valient, vain attempt to claw it out from under the crossbar but couldn't halt the ball's progress. Worse still she badly sprained her hand attempting the save. The team was reorganised and a substitute keeper was drafted in. The prolonged stoppage did nothing for the game. The match became more piecemeal and when two players went down in a tangle of legs it brought heat to a freezing night. St. Pat's were trailing by five points when they finally started to play. Our full back put in a towering performance to steady the ship. Tackling hard, breaking up play, and fielding well, she bullied the Old Parish forwards into submission. Inspired by the example, her teammates raised their game. For the rest of the contest Old Parish got nothing easy. With a platform to work from, the midfield and forwards slowly found their range. After a few false starts they chipped away at the Old Parish lead. A fine display by the Old Parish goalie kept them in the game, but she was powerless to prevent the goal that gave Pat's a lead of 1-3 - 1-2 as half-time approached. After the break the girls followed their mentors’ instructions to play football and spread the game wide. With the wind in their favour and Old Parish starting to get stretched around the pitch, St. Pat's built a lead. Point followed point, simple scores all created by passing, movement and effort. The highlight in a batch of workmanlike scores came when our tall midfielder pirouetted around two defenders before thundering a ball over the bar from distance.

Old Parish's challenge evaporated as the second half went on. They struggled to break out of their own half as the home side scented victory. Goals eventually came to accelerate us towards the winning post. The final scoreline of 3-10 to 1-02 fairly reflected St. Pat's second half dominance. Well done to both sides for producing a decent game of football in the conditions. St. Pat's players put in a great effort to tip the scales in their favour. GET WELL SOON LUCY Lucy, our Minor and U-16 goalkeeper fractured her finger last week during our game against Old Parish. Her teammates, mentors and club members hope that she has a quick recovery and is back on duty between the posts before too long. HELMETS The club has hurling helmets for sale at a discounted price. For details contact Mary Fahey. "SPLIT THE POT" This is the club's main fundraiser which helps to top up registration fees, pay for footballs, sliotars, referee fees, subsidise bus hire, field maintenance and help towards any other bills which our club has fall due over the year. Tickets for the next monthly draw are available from Mentors, Parents, Committee, Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5 PROGRESSIVE 45 Cards are on each Thursday night at 8.00 pm in Coolnasmear Hall. FACEBOOK Follow St. Pat's on Facebook for all the latest club news: www.facebook.com/saintpatsgaa

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BIOACTIVE GYM AT KILGOBINET SPORTS CENTRE The gym is now open at Kilgobinet Sports Centre, Bohadoon, Monday to Friday from 5 to 9pm with qualified instructors ready to help. Classes for men on Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 p.m. and for the ladies on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7.30 p.m. Come along, have the craic while getting fit. Open to all. Bring your friends too; the rates are very reasonable with lots of options. €25 monthly membership €8 PAYG per class €70 class pass card for 10 classes (can be used between both Bioactive and Kilgobinet gym) Opening hours: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Monday - Friday)

Classes will be available Mon - Friday at 7.30 p.m. each day Bioactive Members can use their gym membership at our Kilgobinet gym, but membership does not cover classes between both gyms! CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s who won their replayed J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling Div 2 Final last Saturday. Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's 3-16; Cois Bhride 1-16. Well done to all the players and mentors on a fantastic victory. CHRISTMAS RAFFLE Kilgobinet GAA Club’s Annual Christmas Raffle takes place on 21st December in Kilgobinet Sports Centre. Tickets now available €2 each or book of three €5. Great prizes on offer. CLUB GEAR Kilgobinet GAA Club gear is now available on the O’Neill’s website. It’s listed as Kilgobnet (without the i). Some great gear, kids and adult jerseys, shorts, socks, t-shirts, skinny pants and training shorts. Kids & Adult Club Jackets. Club gilets. Club bags. https://www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/gaa/ireland/kilgobnet-gaa.html FACEBOOK Follow us on Facebook for the latest club news and updates. @kilgobinet.gaa

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €9,700 held in Micilin's Bar Kilrossanty on Sunday night (25/11/18). Numbers were 4, 5, 8, 16. €30 won by the following people: Luke & Abbey Ryan, Leamybrien; Conor Hayes, The Pike. Seller’s prize of €30 won by Pa Walsh, Glendalligan. Next Clotto will be held in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 2/12/18 for a Jackpot €9,800. On duty on the night Liam Brazil and Pierce Whyte. DEÍSE DRAW Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets throughout the year.Any outstanding money can be given to Máiread Coffey or Jason Dee. MONSTER BINGO The next Monster Bingo will be held this Friday evening, 30th November in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien at 8:30 p.m. sharp. The Jackpot is €1,900. Prizemoney €1,200. Please come along and show your support. TABLE QUIZ Thank you to everyone who came out and support the Table Quiz for Our Senior Football Teams Training Fund. Quizmaster Sean Lennon and Máiread Coffey and Eileen Stafford who corrected the answers. The winning team was Maurice Dee, Katie Dee, John ‘Jackson’ Kiely on 80 points. Second were Robbie Whelan. Killian Whelan. Francis Hogan and Jason Dee on 79 points. A.G.M. 2019 Our Annual General Meeting will take in St Bridget's Hall, KIlrossanty, on Friday 11th January at 8.00 p.m. ASTROTURF PITCH BOOKINGS Kilrossanty GAA are now taking bookings for our recently developed artificial playing pitch. If you would like to book a time slot please contact Kevin on 087 6021964.

CLUB WEBSITE AND NEWSLETTER You now subscribe to Our Club Newsletter on the http://www.kilrossanty.waterford.gaa.ie which is Updated every-week. INTER-COUNTY SEASON TICKETS The Waterford Hurling and Football Seasons Tickets for 2019 are now on sale from www.gaa.ie/seasonticket Prices are as follows Adult - €120; Juvenile (U-16) - €30. You will also get discounted ticket for the new championship Group stages format, all League games including play-offs, semi-finals and final and the opening Championship fixture. Pay & Play starts after the opening championship fixture. If you have attended at least 60% of the games you will be entitled to buy an All-Ireland ticket. Adult Club+ - €200 this includes club championship fixtures. GAA Season Ticket for teams in Division 3 and 4 of the Allianz Football League's will remain at Adult €99. KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILES A.G.M. Juvenile Club: A note for your diary. The juvenile club will hold its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, January 9th in the clubhouse. Bord na nOg Award: Congratulations to Padraig Fitzgerald on receiving the Player of the Match Award for his display for Kilrossanty in the Under 16 division 2 County football final in May. The awards were presented at a ceremony in the De La Salle centre last weekend by Waterford Bord na nOg. Richly deserved Padraig and a proud moment for both player and the Fitzgerald family. Bingo: Don't forget Crotty's this Friday night for the bingo in support of the juvenile club. Commencing at 8.30 sharp, prizes totalling €1,200 must be won with the prospect of an additional jackpot of €1,900 on 47 calls. As usual Jason will be calling the numbers, so come along for a most enjoyable couple of hours and try and recoup some of the Black Friday spending.

Cois Bhride (Cois Bhride Notes kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware) MINOR HURLING COUNTY FINAL REPLAY Cois Bhride 1-16; Naomh Brid 3-16. Last Saturday we travelled to Fraher Field to take on Naomh Brid in the Minor Hurling Division 2 final replay. Another cold windy evening played under lights and both teams gave us another exciting game. Playing with breeze in the first half our lads had the upper hand but were unlucky to concede two goals and only led by two points at half-time 0-9 to 2-1. Again playing against the wind in the second half we knew we would have to work hard. And yet again this team responded to that challenge. We conceded a goal and four points to our one point which left us trailing by four points heading into the last quarter. But with another mighty effort our lads leveled the match in the 63rd minute with a goal from Mark Dalton to leave the score 1-13 to 3-7 and send the game into extra-time. Unfortunately, for our players the effort exerted in that last quarter took its toll on a lot of our lads and Naomh Brid finished the game the stronger and we finally succumbed to better team. Our boys can feel very proud of themselves for a fantastic

season in this grade. They started football in March reaching the semi final and beating the eventual county champions in the league section. And the hurling with those fantastic wins over the two best eastern teams in the quarter and semi and two big days in the final and replay. When you consider the age profile of this team and to think we were picking from a panel of 18 players they definitely punched above their weight. Team: Cathal Hunt, Eoghan Lenehan, Dean Beecher (0-1), William Cunningham, Liam Motherway (0-2), Shaun Henley, Ivan O’Neill (Capt), Tom Dalton (0-1), Eoin McGrath (0-1), Ben Aherne, Kieran Crawford (0-1), Ciaran McCarthy, Padraig Hynes, Mark Stewart (0-1), Mark Dalton (1-9), Jake Chambers, Cian Hurley, Michael Condon. And finally, I would like to thank my fellow selectors Declan and Liam, coaches Tim Lenehan, Shane Roche and Shaun O’Sullivan, Physio Thomas Goulding, the waterboys, jersey washers, parents who drove to the matches, Cois Bhride juvenile committee, sponsor Mike O’Neill, all our supporters and Mick and staff at Kearneys Restaurant for feeding the team after the two finals. Also a mention for Denis Tobin for having the field ready and available for matches and training.

Sliabh gCua/ St. Mary’s LOTTO RESULTS No winner of the €700 local lotto held on Sunday night, the winning numbers were 3, 28 and 30. €20 winners were Liam Fraher, Mag Cliffe, Ruby & Kay, Pat Dalton and Pat Kenneally. Mary Morrissey won the promoters prize. Remember – if you’re not in you can’t win! WATERFORD FOOTBALL SELECTOR POSITION Congratulate Kieran Hallahan on securing Waterford football selector position. Well done Kieran and best of luck to the Waterford team for 2019 SLIABH gCUA / ST. MARY’s AGM 2018 Sliabh gCua/St Mary’s 2018 AGM will take place on

November 30th at Kirwan park at 7:30 p.m. We would ask all players, current members and new members to attend. We would love to see some new members for 2019. ALL ARE WELCOME. GOOD LUCK TO BALLINAMEELA The club would like to extend our best wishes to Ballinameela in the Junior Hurling Munster Final on Sunday, 2nd December in Mallow. Ballinameela will take on Cloughduv from Cork. BIRTHDAY WISHES We would like to wish our Club President Piery Butler a very happy 93rd Birthday. Hope you had a great day Piery!

Ardmore LAST HURRAH The All-Ireland cup will make its last appearance in the parish on this Friday night in Kiely’s Cross where they will be a gathering of club members and friends. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a bit of food and music. This is to bring an end to the greatest year our proud club ever have had. Also in a two for one deal we are going to introduce a second All-Ireland cup won by the great Jay Prendergast in this year’s ploughing championship, so it has the makings of a great night. See you there. CHRISTMAS TREES Anyone interested in buying a christmas tree. Well if you

are, the Ardmore field will be the place to be on Saturday, 8th December as there is going to be a tree sale between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. AGM The AGM will take place on Friday, 7th December at 7 30 p.m. LOTTO DRAW Numbers drawn 7, 12, 18, 27. No winner. €20 each: Majella Foley c/o Quinn's; Nicholas Cunningham c/o Fleming's; Paddy Mac c/o John O’Donnell; Pat Hennessy c/o Quinn's; J.B. c/o Round Tower Hotel. This is the results of the November 19th draw.

Congratulations to Peter Cummins (U-13 Hurling), Brayden Dee Carter (U-14 Hurling), Sam Lombard (U-16 Hurling) and Tom O'Connell (U-15 Football). All pictured below with very proud Juvenille Secretary Siobhán Gardner! Siobhán accepted the award for Juvenille Western Club 2018. A very proud moment for all in The Valley!!

Brickey Rangers BRICKEY LOTTO Last week’s draw was held in The Enterprise where the following numbers were drawn: 3, 16, 18, 22 where there was a winner of our jackpot of 5,100 congratulations to David + Assumpta Mulvihill on winning the jackpot. €25 winners as follows: Sean Tobin, Stephen + Helen Curran, Wiggy and Johnny Sweeney. Thursday nights draw will be held in The Tudor House and will carry a Jackpot of €1,000. AGM The Brickey Rangers GAA club AGM will take place on the 1st of December at 6 p.m. in Bushy Park. All are asked to attend. MONSTER CHRISTMAS DRAW Preparations are well underway for our Christmas draw and tickets are available from all committee members and will be around the town being sold over the next few weeks. 1st Prize Trailer load of split hardwood timber 2nd Prize 400 Litres of home heating oil 3rd Prize 1 Tonne of coal 4th Prize Mid-week 2 night B & B in any Flynn hotel 5th Prize Christmas Hamper The Draw will take place on Friday, 21st December at 9 p.m. in The Tudor House. EXERCISE CLASSES Lorna's exercise classes are taking place in Bushy Park

every Monday night from 7.30 p.m to 8.30 pm. All are welcome. KATE McGRATH Congrats to Kate McGrath on her participation with the Munster ladies football team who had victory in an interprovincial tournament last weekend at Carriganore. JUVENILE NOTES Bord nÓg Awards night were held in De La Salle Clubhouse last Saturday evening. We were extremely proud to have been awarded Juvenille Western Club 2018. Congratulations to everyone involved from U-13 - U-17 in this year's County Championships. "Man of the match" awards went to four of our Brickey players for the part they played in their County Final matches. While these awards are an individual triumph they could not have been awarded without being part of a great team! The football awards were presented by Tommy Prendergast (Waterford/Kilrossanty player) and the Hurling awards were presented by Padraig Fanning (Senior Waterford Hurling Manager). Congratulations to Peter Cummins (U-13 Hurling), Brayden Dee Carter (U-14 Hurling), Sam Lombard (U-16 Hurling) and Tom O'Connell (U-15 Football). Siobhán accepted the award for Juvenille Western Club 2018. A very proud moment for all in The Valley!!

Stradbally RORY’S STORY Stradbally GAA club is proud to present an evening with Rory’s Stories in the Park Hotel on Friday, 18th January at 8.30 pm. This will be an evening filled with GAA Comedy from the famous GAA comic Rory O’Connor. Tickets are now on Sale in Cunninghams Shop, Park Hotel or contact Eamonn Clancy 087-9078101. These tickets would make an ideal Christmas present for any teenager, tickets are selling fast and this event is expected to be sold out soon. BRING AND BUY SALE A bring and buy sale will be held in the GAA centre on Saturday, 8th December between 2 pm to 6 pm, all funds raised will go towards the Village Christmas Tree and Lights for the village. Further details will be announced in next week’s notes. AGM This year’s Annual General Meeting, will be held in the clubhouse at 2 pm on Sunday, 9th December at 2 pm. CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY Stradbally GAA Club Christmas Party, will be held on Sunday, 16th December at 9.30 pm in the Social Centre, music on the night will be provided by Soundwave, there will be plenty of refreshments and spot prizes on the night. Everyone is welcome to attend for what should be a great night’s entertainment. MALE PILATES Takes place in the Social Center each Tuesday at 9 pm, everyone is welcome to attend. For further information, please contact Brendan on 0868733096. LADIES NOTES Stradbally Ladies will hold their underage medal presentation night on Friday, 30th November. There will be refreshments on the night and we hope to see everyone there. The ladies will also hold their Christmas Party in the Cove Bar on the 22nd December. There will be a raffle on the night with some great prizes. Hope to see ye all there. The ladies AGM will be held early in January 2019. Time and Date TBC. CLUB PHONE NUMBER Stradbally GAA has a new phone number which is 087

1165549 and if anyone wishes to make contact with the club regarding club matter can do so at this number. SOCIAL CENTRE Our social centre is a very important facility, which is used by a wide variety of people for various purposes. We encourage all our members to consider booking the club for any family events they may be planning, the centre is for the benefit of our members and we are lucky to have it, anyone who is considering making a booking can contact Breda Kiely on 0876291930 for further information. There will be live music and dancing in the club next Sunday night with Connie and Collette, come along and join in a great night’s entertainment. FUNDRAISING 50:50 Draw - Is our main development draw, which helps us to fund our ongoing pitch development. This draw takes place every second Sunday and the tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Tickets are available from Cunningham’s shop, Farm Relief Services, Whelan’s Bar and The Cove Bar as well as from any of the club committee. You can now log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line. The club would like to thank these local businesses for supporting this vital initiative and all those who purchase these tickets. 50:50 Winner - Well done to Mary Walsh, Middle Quarter, Dungarvan who won €175 in our latest 50/50 draw, the next draw takes place on Sunday, 2nd December 2018. Remember if you are not in, you can't win! Field Signs - We will be making a big drive this year for businesses to put up field Signs. This will be a great opportunity for businesses to advertise their products and services. Contact Virgil Power (Alaska) on 087-7797401 for more details. SYMPATHIES Everyone associated with Stradbally GAA would like to offer their sincere sympathies to the families of the following: Kathleen Connors (née O'Callaghan) "River View" House, Adramone, Kilmacthomas,Co. Waterford; Mary O’Connor (née Dunford), High Street, Stradbally. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €3,200. On Sunday night Eddie O’Halloran was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 19 which when turned was not the joker but he did win €50. Niamh Enright and Jim Egan won €25 each. UNDER 21 HURLING This Saturday we take on De La Salle in the County Final at 2 p.m. in Fraher Field. All support would be greatly appreciated here as we seek to defeat a side who has beaten us in the last two County Finals. CLUB AGM Our AGM will take place in Ballinroad Hall on December 14th at 8 p.m. All with an interest in promoting Gaelic Games in our Parish are welcome to attend. BOOKING OF PITCHES We would like to remind all our coaches to please ensure that they book the pitches with Michael Donovan before training. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo returns to CBS Hall this Sunday night where the jackpot is €1,300.

Lismore LOTTO DRAWS There was no winner of last week’s jackpot. Drawn No’s were:- 17, 18, 21 & 26. €20 consolation prizewinners were:- Mick Ahearne, Anne Pollard, Kevin Ryan and Brendan Lawton. Next week’s jackpot is €6,500. LISMORE GAA CHRISTMAS FAIR Lismore GAA Community Centre Sunday, 2nd December Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Free entry Santa will visit from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., accompanied by Mrs Claus, cost €5 per child or €10 per family that will include gift of selection box from Santa. Local renowned photographer Breda Hennessey Duggan will be on site for a photograph, an 10 x 8 photo available for purchase cost €10. Refreshments available on the day include, tea coffee, sandwiches, homemade sweet snacks. Guess the weight of a beautiful homemade Christmas cake, kindly donated by Ann O'Gorman, winner gets to take home cake on he day of the fair. Many thanks to Mark Ferguson, local Barber who has kindly donated a basket of fabulous grooming goodies, this will be included in the raffle, he has also offered to donate €2 for each haircut during the week during the run-up to the fair, so calling all men in the locality get your hair trimmed in the Barbers,Main Street, Lismore. Thank you to Mari Mina Chemist for donation of a raffle prize. The Hamper raffle will also take place on the day of the fair, a big thank you to McGrath's Butchers for selling raffle tickets and for displaying Hampers in the run up to the Fair. The following are a few of the stalls that will be available at the Christmas Fair, this is an important fund GAA fund raising event, please support. The Vault Cafe...award winning novelty cakes can be ordered, plus Christmas baking orders and much more available to purchase on the day. Delicious Crepes provided by Charlie Barry Mary Glavin....local photographed Christmas cards and other local photography. Mary FM ....stylish scarfs, gloves, hats and Winter warmers Kieran Bergin....Hurley maker and other sporting gear Claire Twomey....Jewellery maker and fairy houses and doors Helen McGrath...Honey Terry Cudlip.... Jams, marmalade, Chutney and sweets Viven O’Mallet....Ceramics Helen Geoghan...renowned local artisan baker, Christmas baking orders and much more Glencarin Nuns.... Christmas cards, diary's and more Brendan Lenane...various beautiful wood turning Leahy’s delicious handmade sweets Bridget McNamara Crochet, jams, chutney Lisa-Jayne...Talented Artist from Youghal Azzurri Sports....sports gear galore Community Alert.

Lismore Camogie Club LISMORE CAMOGIE AGM 2018 Lismore Community Centre Thursday, November 29th at 8 p.m. Lismore Camogie Club will hold their AGM Thursday, 29th Nov. at 8 p.m. in Community Centre. We encourage everyone to please come along to ensure that there will be a good force behind the girls for the coming year. The club is seeking personnel for positions in areas of administration and on field activites. Present top table will not be seeking re-election. It's important that the parents of our players attend for the continuation of all the work that has and is gone/going on in the club. Please feel free to get in contact with club secretary Marie Russell 0851164249 on any queries or suggestions big or small. SINCERE CONDOLENCES All in Lismore Camogie Club would like to extend their sincerest condolences to the Foley family, Convent Road, on the death of Aine’s brother and uncle to Olivia, Lorna and Grace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg FORUM - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1st AT 6 p.m. The Club will hold a Forum on the causes of the high dropout rate from playing both Hurling and Football particularly among the age groups fifteen to twenty three. There is an open invitation to all people in the parish, both those interested in the GAA and in sport in general. Indeed we would be interested in hearing the views of people involved in the full range of sports. We hope to have a cross section of players from ages fifteen to twenty three and beyond, both those that are currently playing and those that have given up playing for whatever reason. IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT Let us solve your Christmas gift dilemma! No need to join the never ending queues - a phone call will suffice. Clashmore-Kinsalebeg G.A.A. Lotto Gift Vouchers are available. The 12 month subscription (Jan. 1st 2019 - Dec. 31st 2019) costs €100 (2 weeks free). The 6 month subscription (Jan. 1st 2019 - June 30th 2019) costs €50 (1 week free). The recipient will choose four numbers and return the receipt, showing their chosen lotto numbers, to any committee member before December 31st 2018. The chosen numbers will then be entered into our weekly draw. Gift Vouchers are available from: Mary O'Halloran: 085 - 7237948; Barry O'’Neill: 086 - 0665473; Declan Hickey: 087 - 6529320; Pat O'Halloran: 087 - 6430653. G.A.A. CLUB A.G.M. - DECEMBER 1st The AGM of the club will be held in the Clubhouse on Saturday, December 1st, at 7.45 p.m. Lotto Gift Vouchers will be available to purchase at the A.G.M.

Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s – Minor Division B County Champions.

Naomh Brid MINOR COUNTY FINAL WIN Huge congratulations to the Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s Minor team who became County Chmpions on Saturday last. The boys played Cois Bríde in Fraher Field and it was a thrilling match from start to finish. Well done to everyone involved in this welldeserved win for the club! – Please see outstanding match report below courtesy of Willie Whelan: MATCH REPORT - 14 MAN NAOMH BRÍD TRIUMPH IN MARATHON MINOR FINAL REPLAY JJ Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling Div 2 Final Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's 3-16; Cois Bhride 1-16. This much-anticipated sequel to the drawn final lived up to its billing. Last weekend Naomh Bríd displayed great character to win a reprieve after their slow start almost cost them the game. Winning the toss Cois Bhride elected to play with the strong wind whistling in from the Antarctic via the Colligan estuary. Naomh Bríd got off to a flying start due in no small part to Cois Bhride having a Saint Vincent de Paul moment of charity. An innocuous driven free by James Walsh from 30 metres posed little threat right up to the moment the net billowed. Skidding in low it somehow eluded the defender's tangled hurleys. Less than five minutes gone and Naomh Bríd had an improbable lead. Stung into action Cois Bhride responded with a flurry of points. Using the wind to best advantage they launched satellite after satellite into the Naomh Bríd half. Naomh Bríd struggled to cope and the Bridesiders quickly set about building a lead. A 16th minute Joe Booth point came against the run of play. Making a tremendous block on an attempted clearance, he compounded the damage by whipping the broken ball over the bar to bring the teams level. The same player inflicted more misery on Cois Bhride a minute later. After a clever pass found him in space 20 metres out from goal, he rifled his shot into the roof of the net past a despairing dive from the Cois Bhride keeper. Cois Bhride responded with a cluster of points that saw them finish the first period stronger, catching up and then overhauling Naomh Bríd. The half-time score was Naomh Bríd 2.01 - Cois Bhride 0.09. In the second half, it was Naomh Bríd’s turn to enjoy the aid of the breeze. Joe Booth, Reece Stringer and John Devine started to have an impact on the match. In response, Cois Bhride adjusted their game to incorporate quick puck-outs and short passes. In the 48th minute, Devine turned his man and sprinted through on goal. He gave the excellent Cois Bhride keeper no chance, dispatching the ball to the net with an aplomb that belied his years. At the other end of the pitch, Matthew Hickey was putting in a towering performance to keep Cois Bhride at bay. In goal, Evan McKenna was as cool as an ice cube in Steve McQueen’s whiskey tumbler. Shots dropping short in the breeze were confidently dealt with and dispatched back up the field to

the waiting forwards. A great save off a Cois Bhride free saw him stranded, but Fionn Timmins was on hand to shepherd the ball to safety. By the 51st minute, Naomh Bríd were nursing a decent lead when disaster struck. One of our defenders was harshly adjudged to have hauled down a forward who was through on goal. A red card followed and we were now protecting our lead with 14 men. A reinvigorated Cois Bhride closed the gap to three. A free at the end of normal time was driven in low and hard. McKenna half blocked it and Kevin Curran was on hand to flick the ball off the goal line before it trundled home. Surely, Cois Bhride’s last chance had come and gone. The rollercoaster ride had one more twist in it. A 62nd minute Cois Bhride free from 30 metres was blasted towards goal. Sliding off a defenders hurley it deflected into the bottom right-hand corner of the net. A shorthanded Naomh Bríd would have to get leaden legs through another 20 minutes of extra time. Instead of wilting, Naomh Bríd set about winning the game for the second time. Points from O’Gorman and Walsh nudged us into a lead. Luke Power secured possession on the halfway line and when he swung the ball over the bar against the breeze, it elicited a raucous response from the Naomh Bríd supporters in the stand. Devine and Walsh added to their tally. Finally, after 140 minutes of hurling Cois Bhride heads started to droop. They had played magnificently but it wasn’t to be their day. The final whistle sounded and once the jubilation had dampened down Captain John Devine accepted the trophy from Waterford County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan. The players made their way down onto the pitch to celebrate with family and friends. Fathers and mothers getting photographed with their sons, younger siblings discovering a grudging respect for older brothers, smiling mentors thinking that all the hardship was worthwhile. The on-pitch celebrations were only cut short by the floodlights being turned off. A ‘have ye no homes to go to’ moment. Thus, ended a great day that will live long in the memory and longer in the folklore of Naomh Bríd and St. Pat's Team: Evan McKenna, Jack Fraher, Matthew Hickey, Kevin Curran, Thomas Coffey, Fionn Timmons, David Condon, Luke Power, John Devine, James Walsh, Reece Stringer, Tadhg O'Gorman, Mike Walsh, Bernard Wright, Joe Booth, Cian O'Gorman, Niall Dalton, Mikie Walsh, David Hickey, Jamie Power, Cian Geary, Shane Kirwan, Dean Carroll. TABLE QUIZ – FRIDAY, 28th DECEMBER The Annual Naomh Bríd table quiz will take place in Deckies on Friday, 28th December 8.00 p.m. sharp. All support would be greatly appreciated! NAOMH BRÍD AGM The Naomh Bríd AGM will take place on Tuesday, 4th December in Modeligo Community Centre at 7.15 p.m. sharp. All welcome to attend.

Modeligo MODELIGO GAA CLUB A.G.M. The Annual General Meeting of Modeligo GAA Club will now take place on Friday, December 14th at 7.00 p.m. in Modeligo Community Centre. All current players and members are expected to attend, and anyone who would be interested in getting involved is more than welcome to come along. NAOMH BRÍD MINORS WIN COUNTY FINAL REPLAY Naomh Bríd 3-16; Cois Bhrid 1-16 Naomh Bríd's Minor Hurlers were crowned County Minor B Hurling Champions on Saturday evening last, but only after extra-time since the sides once again couldn't be separated in this replay. In a reversal of roles from the previous weeks game, it was Naomh Bríd who had the upper hand throughout normal time, only for Cois Bhrid to equalise the game late on to send it to extra time. In this additional period, it was our lads who kicked-on and did enough to finally earn the win, as fitness played a big part in the final outcome. Great credit is due to both sides for two very skillful and entertaining games, and Cois Bhrid contributed in no small part to this. After the game, County Board Chairman presented the County trophy to Naomh Bríd captain, John Devine on behalf of his teammates. A massive well done to selectors Michael Walsh; James Condon; Eamon Kirwan and Jessie Power, and to each and every one of the lads on the squad for this extremely hard earned, but much deserved win!

NAOMH BRÍD JUVENILE A.G.M. The Naomh Bríd AGM will take place on Tuesday, December 4th in Modeligo Community Centre at 7.15 p.m. sharp. All welcome to attend. GOOD LUCK BALLINAMEELA!!! We extend our best wishes to our near neighbours Ballinameela as they head to Mallow for the Munster Junior Club’s Hurling Final on Sunday next, where the face Cloughduv of Cork. It would be great to see another Waterford club bring home this Munster title, and we wish everyone involved all the very best for Sunday's game. MUNSTER CAMOGIE WINNER Congratulations to Modeligo Camogie player Mary Kate Curran, who was part of the winning Waterford Minor Camogie squad who were presented with their Munster A winners medals on Saturday night last. DATES FOR THE DIARY • Tuesday, December 4th: NAOMH BRÍD JUVENILE A.G.M. Modeligo Community Centre at 7,15p.m. sharp! • Friday, December 14th: MODELIGO GAA CLUB A.G.M. Modeligo Community Centre at 7 p.m. sharp! • Friday, December 28th: ANNUAL NAOMH BRÍD TABLE QUIZ! Deckies Bar at 8 p.m. sharp.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Affane Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, 26th NOVEMBER Club Lotto Monday, 26th November, Jackpot €11,600. Numbers drawn 6-9-16-23. No winner. The five €20 consolation prize winner are: Paddy Hayes c/o Hilda Curran; Marie Gallagher c/o Hilda Curran; Denis Ring c/o Blackwater CS; Breda O’Sullivan, Moneygorm, and John Costin, Sheskin. DEISE DRAW Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets all year your support is very much appreciated. CLUB GEAR Our O’Neil’s online club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children sizes available. They are plenty of options for Christmas gifts for both young and old. THREE TO ANSWER 1. Meath and Dublin had to meet four times to be separated in their Leinster Senior Football C’ship first round tie in 1991, who eventually kicked the winning point for Meath? 2, Who was the goalkeeper for Ballygunner when they first won the Munster Club senior hurling championship in 2001? 3, Name the son of former Tipperary hurling manager Eamonn O’Shea who was voted minor Hurler of the Year in 2018 LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Ballytruckle now defunct won the first Waterford county senior hurling championship. 2, T F Meaghers were the first club to win four-in-a-row Waterford county senior hurling championships? 3, Tullaroan have won the most Kilkenny senior hurling titles. CLUB AGM FRIDAY, 30th NOVEMBER The Affane Cappoquin GAA Club AGM will be held this Friday coming, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. in the clubhouse. AFFANE CAPPOQUIN JUVENILE GAA CLUB AWARDS CEREMONY 2018 The Juvenile GAA Clubs annual awards ceremony will take place this Saturday night, 1st December in the Clubhouse at 8 pm – just after Mass. This was a truly memorable event last year and this year should be no exception as we will be honouring our victorious Under 15 Hurling and Football double Western and County Champions who will be presented with their winners medals. We will also be making presentations to all our underage players who lined out in the Waterford County colours this year, our under 12 footballers who won the team on the year in their Town & Country division and also all of our under 6’s who joined the club this year will be presented with complimentary hurley’s in recognition of their efforts this season. There will be many other presentations on the evening and maybe even some surprises and we would like to invite as many parents and players to be in attendance and remember to wear our club colours at the event which will conclude with some light refreshments BORD NA nÓG PORT LAIRGE ANNUAL AWARDS NIGHT The Bord na nÓg annual awards ceremony was held recently in De La Salle GAA grounds and Cappoquin Affane were very well represented on the night . This annual event acknowledges the efforts of players who played a starring role in this year’s underage County finals. Cappoquin Affane completed a unique double having won both the under 15 hurling and Football County finals this season and were justly rewarded with man of the match awards for Sam Uniacke – Hurling and Danny Costin – Football. A delighted Cappoquin Affane Juvenile Club Chairman and Bord na nÓg PRO Padraig Nolan was on hand in a packed De La Salle GAA hall to be the first to congratulate both of these excellent young players on their achievement this years. Congratulations and well done lads! AFFANE CAPPOQUIN COMPLETE THE DOUBLE IN UNDER 15 COUNTY FINALS Dungarvan GAA Grounds was the venue for the Under 15 Division 3 Football County Final featuring Affane and Roanmore. Both sides met in the under 15 hurling County final earlier this season so an opportunity presented itself for either Roanmore to level the score or Affane to complete the double at this age grade in 2018. Ultimately Affane’s ability to score goals was the deciding factor but that isn’t the full story from what was a highly entertaining County Final. The large crowd in attendance needed no second invitation to seek the shelter of the fine stand in Dungarvan where conditions were as good as could be expected for the winter of the GAA season but a purple grey sky hanging low overhead threatened a near inevitable deluge but the first downpour of the day was one of early goals scored by the Affane men. Inside a minute of the throw-in Affane Captain Danny Costin was first to strike with a well taken goal that surely settled the Westerners nerves but another goal two minutes later off the boot of full forward Sam Uniacke had the Affane lads well in control at this early stage. Roanmore were getting their fair share of possession but were just not making an impact on the score board and in the eighth minute of the half Affane’s centre forward Rory Byrne struck a nice point from a free to extend his team’s lead.

Midway through the half Roanmore needed a score and Callum Reid obliged with a well taken placed ball – the opening score of the game for his team that heralded a period of dominance for the Roanmore men. Three more points, one from Dylan Rowe all from play were to follow in quick succession from Roanmore and at this stage they were without doubt playing the best football despite the best efforts of Affane fullback Tom Coffey who was called upon to make some timely interceptions and blocks to repel the marauding Roanmore attackers. Another Sam Uniacke goal in the nineteenth minute regained the momentum for Affane just before Dylan Rowe hit another nice point from play to leave the Affane men ahead by five points at half-time on a scoreline of Affane 3-01; Roanmore 0-05. During the interval you could not but notice that not one but two rainbows graced the sky over the town of Dungarvan – perhaps they were a message from the heavens that Affane were closing in on the elusive double? Roanmore got the start the needed to the second half with a well worked point but Affane responded with yet another goal from ace marksman Sam Uniacke. However, Roanmore were not ready to give up and responded yet again with a point from their wing forward to momentarily reduce the Affane lead and moments later Affane goalkeeper Neill Collender was called upon to make a point blank save from another Roanmore attack. By the fifth minute of the second half Affane had regained their dominance in terms of possession and further points were to follow from Oisín Power Danny Costin and Rory Byrne and yet Roanmore still raced down the field to respond with a point of their own. Late in the half the Affane management introduced Michéal Dalton, Conor Ormonde, Dylan Sheehan, Sean Begley and Conor Wilkinson and if anything the intensity of the Affane attached gained further momentum. In a five minute blitz full forwards Dylan Sheehan, who had earlier that morning completed an intensive training session with the County U-13 Development squad, and Conor Wilkinson scored three goals and a point between them to finally bring the curtain down on an excellent County final seeing Affane crowned under 15 County Champions for 2018. SCORE OF THE GAME In a game full of fine scores from both teams a late goal from Affane’s Conor Wilkinson that saw him field the ball between the ‘45 and 21 yards line only to turn and simultaneously shoot the ball from all of 30 yards to the top left hand corner of the Roanmore net – a super goal and an individual effort that the famed Bomber Liston would have been proud of was without doubt the score of the game. MAN OF THE MATCH Roanmore’s Aaron Connolly was excellent throughout putting in a fine performance for his team. For Affane, Neil Collender was excellent between the posts and fullback Tom Coffey was very dependable and got great support from Conor Rooney who still managed to line out for his team despite suffering an unfortunate injury in the run-up to the final. On the half back line Cian Nolan, Adam Hallahan and Adam Burke were a very well organised line of defence that proved very hard to break down. At midfield Tadgh Kelleher worked tirelessly in both his defensive and attacking duties. Wing forwards John O’Donnell and Mark Ormonde were the vital link between defence and attack and centre forward Rory Byrne was simply excellent throughout this game making some great runs into the danger zone and pitching in with several points from play and placed balls. In the full forward line Oisín Power was a constant threat all through the game and won some vital balls for his team and Sam Uniacke was never shy when the opportunity presented itself to strike for goal. However, the man of the match from this County final is Affane midfielder and Captain Danny Costin who was central to everything good about his team’s performance. PRESENTATION Bord na nÓg Port Lairge Chairman Billy Devine was on hand to present the winners shield to Affane Captain Danny Costin and in his speech he praised both teams for the high standard of football on display and the Dungarvan Club for the use of their excellent facilities. Congratulation to all and well done to Affane on completing the hurling and football double at the under 15 age grade in 2018. Affane: Neil Collender, Conor Rooney, Tom Coffey, Oisín Power, Cian Nolan, Adam Burke, Danny Costin Capt., Tadgh Kelleher, Rory Byrne, Mark Ormonde, Adam Hallahan, Stephen Organ, Dylan Sheehan, John O’Donnell, Sam Uniacke, Conor Ormonde, Sean Begley, Conor Wilkinson, Michéal Dalton. U-15 county hurling final Man of the Match award winner Sam Uniacke, our club Juvenile Club Chairman Padraig Nolan and Danny Costin U-15 county football final Man of Match award winner were presented with their prizes at the Bord Na nOg Port Lairge Annual awards night held at the De La Salle GAA clubs complex last weekend.

Ballinameela MUNSTER CLUB JUNIOR HURLING FINAL Every road within the parish leads to Mallow this Sunday for the Munster Club Junior Hurling Championship Final against Cloughduv of Cork. Throw-in at 1.00 p.m. We would ask everyone who can make it to Mallow to go and support the team and please allow yourself plenty of time

for arriving and parking. Best of luck to the team and management in their endeavours to win the final. PARISH SUPPORT Thanks to each and every person within the parish who has bedecked it in blue and white flags, bunting and signs over the past few days, it is a great sight to see.

Waterford minor camogie player, Kaeisha Tobin pictured with her parents, Davy and Carol Tobin.

[Noel Browne]

Ita Murphy, Chairperson, Waterford Camogie Board is pictured with the four All-Star nominees from Waterford who were honoured at the Granville Hotel, Lorraine Bray, Aine Lyng, Niamh Rockett and Waterford Camogie’s first ever All-Star, Beth Carton. [Noel Browne]

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 1, 2, 6, 25. No winner. Consolation prizes: Carthach Hickey, Michael O'Grady, Peter Barry, Damien Moore. Promoter: Keniry’s. Next draw: 3rd of December, The Hotel. Jackpot: €7,200. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any business around town. NATIONAL DRAW Tickets are now available from the club for the National Club Draw. It is run on an all Ireland basis. Tickets are €10. All funds raised will be retained by the club and so all ticket purchases would be greatly appreciated. Prizes include a car, travel vouchers and All Ireland hurling and football packages to name but a few. COMMITTEE MEETING CLG Tulach an Iarainn will hold the monthly committee meeting this Thursday, November 29th, at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse. All committee members are requested to attend. Cois Bhride 1-16; St. Patrick’s 3-16. Last Saturday we travelled to Fraher Field to take on St. Patrick’s in the Minor Hurling Division 2 final replay. Another cold windy evening played under lights both teams gave us another exciting game. Playing with the breeze in the first half our lads had the upper hand but were unlucky to concede two goals and only led by 2 points at half -ime 0-9 to 2-1. Again playing against the wind in the second half we knew we would have to work hard. And yet again this team re-

sponded to that challenge. We conceded a goal and 4 points to our 1 point which left us trailing by 4 points heading into the last quarter. But with another mighty effort our lads leveled the match in the 63rd minute with a goal from Mark Dalton to leave the score 1-13 to 3-7 and send the game into extra time. Unfortunately for our players the effort exerted in that last quarter took its toll on a lot of our lads and St. Pat’s finished the game the stronger and we finally succumbed to a better team. Our boys can feel very proud of themselves for a fantastic season in this grade. They started football in March reaching the semi final and beating the eventual county champions in the league section. And the hurling with those fantastic wins over the two best eastern teams in the quarter and semi and two big days in the final and replay. When you consider the age profile of this team and to think we were picking from a panel of 18 players they definitely punched above weight. Team: Cathal Hunt, Eoghan Lenehan, Dean Beecher (0-1), William Cunningham, Liam Motherway (0-2), Shaun Henley, Ivan O’Neill (Capt), Tom Dalton (0-1), Eoin McGrath (0-1), Ben Aherne, Kieran Crawford (01), Ciaran McCarthy, Padraig Hynes, Mark Stewart (0-1), Mark Dalton (1-9), Jake Chambers, Cian Hurley, Michael Condon.

And finally, I would like to thank my fellow selectors Declan and Liam, coaches Tim Lenehan, Shane Roche and Shaun O’Sullivan, Physio Thomas Goulding, the waterboys, jersey washers, parents who drove to the matches, Cois Bhride juvenile committee, sponsor Mike O’Neill, all our supporters and Mick and staff at Kearney’s Restaurant for feeding the team after the two finals. Also a mention for Denis Tobin for having the field ready and available for matches and training.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

St. Mary’s Juveniles ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING A date for your diary where we look back on the playing season and plan ahead for 2019 is our AGM, which takes place on Wednesday, 12th Dec in Kill GAA Club Meeting Rooms at 8 p.m. It would be great if we could get a big turnout, and all parents are asked to attend as well as the players if they so wish. ON COUNTY DUTY Cathal Scanlon was involved with the Waterford U-16 footballers recently in the Fr. Manning Cup, where they had wins in the group stages against Kilkenny, Carlow and Wexford. Unfortunately, they came up short against Wicklow, but everyone can be proud of their efforts in reaching the semi-final stages. Injury curtailed Cathal’s involvement, but well done all the same Cathal from all in the club. BORD NA nOG AWARDS NIGHT Well done to Nathan Power and Jack Hennessy who picked up their Man of the Match Awards in this year’s County Finals at a function hosted by the juvenile board in De La Salle’s Gracedieu complex last Saturday night. Nathan and Jack put in tremendous performances in the finals in U-14 football and hurling respectively and it’s a nice honour for both lads after a very successful season with the club. Once again well done from all in St. Mary’s. U-21 HURLING Our U-21’s exited the championship last Sunday afternoon when St. Mollerans proved too strong for us in Clonea’s grounds. A tight opening half saw us trail 0-7 to 0-5 at the break, before a fine Donal Queally goal gave us a much needed boost on the resumption. However, this only seemed to spur on the opposition, as they responded with two quick goals. A series of points followed from the Carrick-beg outfit and by the time the final whistle blew we found ourselves losing on a 2-15 to 1-9 scoreline. This brings down the curtain on the playing front for St. Mary’s for 2018. Thanks to Des Stafford and John Sheahan Jnr for looking after this group as we wish all those finishing with St. Mary’s well in their endeavours with their adult clubs.

DUNGARVAN CBS DEAN RYAN CUP WINNERS 1953. Back Row: Left to Right: John Clancy, Austin Deasy, Liam Shalloe, Donal Spratt, John Ormonde, Liam O’Dea, Bill Hayes. Front Row: Left to Right: Johnny Quarry, Nicky Quill, Jack Curran, Francis Kenneally, Pete Clancy, Michael Enright, Sean Duggan. In Front: Austin Spratt.

Kill LOTTO At last week’s lotto draw held in Dunphy’s Bar there was no winner of the lotto jackpot worth €10,000. On the night we had four match 3 winners each winning €25. The four winners were John Mulcahy, Emma Gallagher, Daragh Murphy and Niall Murphy. The numbers drawn were 8, 11, 14 & 23. CONDOLENCES Everyone involved in the club would like send their sincere sympathy to Liam and all the Whelan and Power families on the untimely passing of Pat, May he Rest In Peace.

Ballyduff Upper

DUNGARVAN SENIOR FOOTBALL COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL FINALISTS 1956. Back row left to right: Liam Giblin (Selector), Jackie Goode, Ned Power, Tomsy Dee, Gerry Morrissey, Liam Shalloe, J. McCarthy (Selector), Eamon McCarthy, Billy McGrath, Nicky Quill. Front row left to right: Tom Cunningham, Moss Quealy, Tom McHugh, Val Coyne, Austin Hallahan, Liam O’Donnell, Nickie Tobin.

Regretted death of former Dungarvan Club Hurler and Footballer Nicky Quill THE Dungarvan club has learned with deep regret of the death of former player Nicky Quill, Dunlaoghaire and formerly of the Pike which occurred in in Dublin on the 8th of November. To the older generation in our club and indeed in a number of other ones which Nicky played with, the name Nicky Quill would be well known as he was a fine exponent of both hurling and football. One of the Quills of the Pike in Dungarvan, Nicky first came to prominence whilst attending the local CBS where he won a Munster Final Dean Ryan Cup hurling medal in 1953 when the school beat O’Sullivan’s Quay from Cork in Fermoy by 6-3 to 0-2. Nicky played at corner back and the team who had travelled to Fermoy by train from Dungarvan were paraded through the town on their return by the band up to the school in Mitchel St. The club won its third Western minor hurling final in a row

in ’53 and Nicky played at full back in a game that we won against Cappoquin by 3-8 to 1-2. The emerging Quill also figured on the school teams that were defeated in two other Dean Ryan Cup finals either side of their winning one. In 1952 Nicky played wing back on the side beaten narrowly by Thurles CBS on a score of 6-4 to 6-2 and in 1954, he was full back when Limerick CBS defeated ‘the Brothers’ by 4-5 to 3-3. 1954 was the year that the youthful Nicky Quill began his adult career which would later see him play with many clubs as his occupation as a garda brought him around the country. He started as a corner back on our junior hurling team and the following year, still a minor, he was on the edge of the square when we played Abbeyside in the first round of the senior hurling championship. Nicky Quill’s ability in both codes was recognised by the County

Late Nicky Quill. minor hurling and football selectors in ’55, he was on the team that was defeated by Tipperary in the Munster hurling final and he also played against Kerry in football. In 1956, the club was pipped at the post by Mount Sion in the

County senior football final on a score of 3-2 to 2-4 with Quill featuring at wing forward and the same year he scored 4-1 in the quarter final of the senior hurling championship when we defeated a East Waterford combination by 7-1 to 1-5. Nicky went on his travels after he left school and interestingly he won an All Ireland junior hurling medal with Kerry in 1961 when the Kingdom defeated a London side that also featured another former club player in Willie Barron. Certainly both players are part and parcel of the history of local GAA folklore. No doubt Nicky left his mark on other clubs in his varied career wherever he was stationed in years gone by. The Dungarvan club extends its sincere sympathy to Nicky’s wife Jo, his children Fidelma and Fintan, his grandchildren, sister Helen and his brother Eddie and all his relations at this very sad time for them.

U-21 HURLING Our U-21 hurlers game versus St. Olivers was once again postponed on Friday last with Fraher Field deemed to be unplayable. A new date for this fixture is yet to be confirmed with Ballinameela in action in the Munster Club Junior Hurling Final this weekend. Unfortunately, this means that players will now be in a position of having to play this game in the middle of their Christmas exams, if indeed it is to be played in 2018. Given that we played our quarter-final on the August Bank Holiday weekend this is a ridiculous predicament to be in. CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 am – 1 pm on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before and after Sunday mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. CLUB SHOP Our O’Neills club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper. There is plenty of options available for Christmas gifts for both young and old.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 19th November. The numbers drawn were 1, 4, 23 and 24. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Aileen Casey, Pa Drohan, Cyril Power and Peggy O’Sullivan. The seller’s prize went to Kevin Casey. Last Monday, 26th November night’s jackpot was worth €8,900. Black and Amber lotto tickets will be on sale outside The Pike Service Station on Saturday mornings from 9 am to 1 pm. If anyone would like to help out selling tickets on Saturday mornings please contact Kevin on 0872814712. As always your support is greatly appreciated. The Lotto will be held in Gary’s Lounge Bohadoon next Monday, 3rd December. ANNUAL AGM The club’s AGM will take place this Friday, 30th November in the club dressing rooms at 8.15 pm. We would encourage all members and players to attend. DEISE DRAW We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who contributed to the Déise Draw throughout 2018. The club appreciate your continued support. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Naomh Bríd/St.Pats Minor Hurling team on a great victory against Cois Bhride in the Division 2 Final. The final score was 3-16 to 1-16.

Geraldines LOTTO There was no winner of last week’s lotto the numbers drawn were 9, 19, 26. The winners of €20 were Noeleen Osbourne, Liam Fenton, Harry O’Donovan, Ann O’Brien and Denis Forbe. Next week’s jackpot is €1,850 be sure to buy your tickets. It would make a smashing Christmas present. BEST OF LUCK Best of luck to our neighbours Ballinameela in the Munster final next Sunday in Mallow.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

All-Ireland Cross Country Championships ON Sunday last the cream of Irish athletics talent made its way to Abbotstown for the first session of the All Ireland Cross Country Championships. All the athletes competing had to qualify from their provincial championships so as always the standard was high and there was some great cross country running on show throughout the day. Conditions were ideal at the venue which is now the national cross country centre and problems with access which caused a major delay last year were sorted this year with no tailbacks on arrival. West Waterford had two club teams qualified for the event, under 12 and under 16 boys. We also had athletes on Waterford teams under 12 girls, under 12 boys, under 16 boys and under 18 boys and girls while David Gaffney, Oisin O’Riordan, Tommy Fennell, Lucy Holmes and Cian O’Riordan all competed on Munster teams. West Waterford athletes brought home seven All Ireland medals with Lucy Holmes winning four of those. UNDER 12 GIRLS COMPETE IN THEIR FIRST ALL-IRELAND The programme got under way at 11.30 with the under 12 girls race with 171 girls competing. The girls ran two laps of 1000m each on the flatter part of the course , with conditions ideal the race was run at a very fast pace. First home was Sarah Gaffney in 127th with Aoife O’Donovan running her best race this year to finish 130th and Claudia O’Halloran just behind in 135th. Well done to all three girls in their first ever All Ireland competition. ALL-IRELAND TEAM MEDAL FOR DAVID GAFFNEY The boys under 12 had a field competing with over 160 athletes taking part. This race was dominated by Ulster and Leinster athletes with only one Munster athlete in the top 12. David Gaffney was still struggling to return to form after his recent illness but he ran with great heart on the day and finished 32nd to become the fifth scoring member of the Munster team who won the bronze medals behind Leinster and Ulster. Liam Broderick who will compete in the under 11 boys next month was next home in 75th and improvement of over thirty places from last year. Ben Qualter was next home in 111th and will compete with the under 13 boys in the upcoming All Ireland and Conor Keane another under 11 running in his first All Ireland finished 150th.

BRONZE TEAM MEDAL FOR OISIN O’RIORDAN There were 160 boys competing over 3000m in the under 16 race. It was run over two laps of the 1500m course which included several short steep hills and a very muddy section through the woods. The form book from the Munster championships was well and truly torn up in this race with the athletes form in Munster no indication of their performances last Sunday. Oisin O’Riordan had been out of action with a heel injury for the last three weeks and missed the second round of the Munster Championships but showed he was back in form with a good run in the winter league last Wednesday. On Sunday he finished in 39th to become the 6th scoring member of the |Munster team who took bronze behind Ulster and Dublin. Tommy Fennell found it hard to find his rhythm but still finished in the top half of the race in 74th place. He will be looking for a much better performance when he competes in his own age group in three weeks time. Eoin Buenaventura and Robert Quinn had their own private battle within the race running close together for much of the race. Eoin came through strongest to finish 120th with Robert in 124th and Mark Blackwell ran steadily throughout the 3000m to finish 146th. SUPERB RUN FROM LUCY HOLMES TO WIN INDIVIDUAL BRONZE The top performance of the day came from Lucy Holmes who put in a storming run to finish third in the girls under 18 race. Run over 4000m the under 18 and junior races were combined with over 100 athletes competing. The junior girls set a very fast pace but Lucy was always in the top 10 and in fact finished 8th in the combined race and third in the under 18 race behind Maeve Gallagher of Swinford A.C. and Aoife O’Cuill St CoCa’s A.C. This was the best performance by any Waterford athlete on the day. Lucy led the Munster team to second in the regional contest and Waterford to silver in the inter county contest behind Kilkenny. In the junior inter county contest Waterford finished second to Cork and Lucy was also a scoring member of this team. SILVER TEAM MEDAL FOR MARY KATE PRENDERGAST Our final medal winner of the day was Mary Kate Prendergast. Competing in the under 18 girls race Mary Kate finished 54th and was the 6th scoring member of the

West Waterford under 12 girls Sarah Gaffney, Claudia O'Halloran and Aoife O'Donovan who competed in their first All-Ireland.

Waterford team that took the silver medals in the Inter county contest. In the final juvenile race of the day Cian O’Riordan ran in the combined under 18 and junior men’s race. The juniors set a very fast pace and Cian went with this pace in the first lap but found the going too fast and fell back in the last lap to finish in 27th place. Cian was the first Waterford athlete home. Waterford had a very strong team in the Munster and won the team title but three of the scoring team did not travel to the All Ireland and this considerably weakened the team. Micheal Power who competed at last year’s All Ireland with the juvenile club moved on to competed with the senior club and finished 6th in the junior men’s race ensuring his selection for the European Cross Country in Holland next weekend. All in the juvenile club wish Micheal the best of luck next weekend. ELVERYS INTERSPORT WINTER LEAGUE Last Wednesday was day 5 of the Elverys Intersport Winter League (Tony's league), and the third night of the team competition. There was a good turnout for the League with 67 athletes taking part. Despite conditions being a bit sticky underfoot there were still some very good times recorded. The first three teams on the leader board remain unchanged. David Nyhan's team is still in the lead on 510 points, followed by Lucy Holmes' team on 560 points and then Tommy Fennell's team on 589 points. Rory Fennell, Sarah Nyhan, Cal Tutty, Eoghan Lattimore, Darragh O’Regan, Angelina Chizhikova, Aoibh Murphy, Grainne Moore, Ele McDermott, Paddy McCarthy, Claudia O’Halloran, Catherine O'Donnell, Cillian Towey, & Cian Qualter all recorded their best times to date in the league last Wednesday. Sarah, Cal and Eoghan are very close to breaking the 7min barrier. Darragh O’Regan has dipped under 7.30 and Grainne Moore broke the 8min barrier. In the short lap, Aoife Buenaventura recorded her best time to date of 4.03. Sean Hogan, Rian Curran, Caolan O'Corrain, Aodhan O'Rahallaigh & Cormac O'Regan who have all moved up to the full lap from the short lap during the league are all doing very well. With just one team competition night remaining in the league, it is all to play for next week!! Below are the times recorded for all athletes on Wednesday 21st November. Cian O’Riordan Tommy Fennell Conor Mullaney Oisin O’Riordan Rory Fennell Lucy Holmes Eoin Beneventura David Gaffney David Nyhan Cal Tutty Ian Holmes Sarah Nyhan Eoghan Lattimore Robert Quinn Darragh O’Regan Caoimhe Prendergast Ben Qualter Tadhg O’Sullivan Eoin Prendergast Angelina Chizhikova Aoibh Murphy Liam Broderick Mary Kate Prendergast Mark Blackwell Sarah Gaffney Gráinne Moore Anthony O’Donnell Emer O’Neill Owen Morrissey

5.42 6.25 6.33 6.37 6.44 6.45 6.47 6.47 6.54 7.01 7.03 7.04 7.06 7.23 7.28 7.31 7.34 7.35 7.35 7.37 7.40 7.44 7.44 7.50 7.52 7.52 7.53 8.03 8.08

WWAC's All-Ireland Medal winners Lucy Holmes, Mary Kate Prendergast, David Gaffney, Oisin O'Riordan.

WWAC under 12 boys who were in action at last Sunday's All-Ireland Championships.

Under 16 boys who competed in the All-Ireland Championships. Ele McDermott Ally Cunningham Conor Keane Sophie Landers Cormac Deevy Isabel Gaffney Paddy McCarthy Aoife O’Donovan Claudia O’Halloran Eva Nogueira Aodan O Rahallaigh Sophie Crotty Catherine O’Donnell Cillian Towey George Ruso Lia Cunningham Cian Qualter Caolan O Corraoin Aoife Lattimore Rian Curran Sean Hogan Crea Frisby Cathy Shanley Cormac O’Regan Judit Nogueira Fiona O’Riordan Sarah O’Riordan Ami Flavin

8.10 8.13 8.14 8.15 8.17 8.21 8.22 8.27 8.28 8.31 8.38 8.40 8.41 8.44 8.54 8.56 8.58 9.03 9.10 9.12 9.13 9.18 9.33 9.33 9.42 9.48 9.58 10.04

Short Lap: Aoife Bueneventura Shauna Deevy Maria Curran Oisin McGovern Amy Beresford Riona Towey Leah Wall Sophie Carroll Lawlor Aisling Ni Dhroma Lucia Byrne

4.03 4.12 4.14 4.36 4.39 5.01 5.06 5.45 5.55 6.26

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Juvenile Club AGM will take place on Tuesday, December 11th at 8 p.m. in Minnies. We look forward to a good turnout of parents on the night. ALL-IRELAND DAY 2 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15th IN NAVAN The following West Waterford athletes have qualified for the AllIreland Championships in Navan Under 11 Girls: Sarah Gaffney.

Under 11 Boys: Liam Broderick, Eoin Prendergast, Owen Morrissey, Conor Keane. Under 13 Girls: Grainne Moore. Under 13 Boys: David Gaffney, Cal Tutty, Eoghan Lattimore, Ian Holmes, Ben Qualter Darragh O’Regan. Under 15 Girls: Sarah Nyhan, Ally Cunningham, Leah Cunningham, Angela Chizhikova, Aoibh Murphy, Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich, Caoimhe Prendergast Under 15 Boys: Tommy Fennell Under 17 Girls: Lucy Holmes, Mary Kate Prendergast Under 17 Boys: Conor Mullany, Oisin O’Riordan, Eoin Buenaventura, Robert Quinn, Mark Blackwell Under 19 Girls: Sophie Landers, Sinead O’Brien, Dani Cunningham Under 19 Boys: Cian O’Riordan

This will be an overnight trip so please let Mary Ashe know if you are staying with the club group.

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Never too late to start training for your first John Treacy 10 mile race RUNNING BUT HAVE NO STRUCTURE TO YOUR TRAINING OUR Run to Improve groups fill this need. They are aimed at athletes who can run but would like to take their running to the next level. Whether that is stepping up to the 10 mile

distance, getting more comfortable over shorter distances or just putting some structure into your training. We train on a Tuesday evening from 6.30-7.30 pm and meet at Eurospar, Abbeyside. The session consists of a warm-up, run session with a group

and a cool down. As part of this group you will have access to a training plan for either 5k or 10 miles as well as support from your peers and our fully qualified running coaches. Give it a try, nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Kate Veale 2nd in Glenville 4 mile THE Watergrasshill AC organised Glenville 4 mile race was held last Sunday morning and a field of 387 completed the course. The overall race winner Colin Merritt in a time of 20.42 from John Meade 20.52 and third was Eoin Durkan in 21.03.

The ladies winner was newly crowned national marathon champion Lizzie Lee, Leevale AC in a time of 22.41, a new course record. Kate Veale, West Waterford AC was second here in a very competitive ladies race in 24.25 with

Midleton's Ann Geary third in 24.48. Joe Gough was also in action at this race and he duly was first over 65 in a time of 25.03 and David Cullinane also competed and covered the 4 mile course in a time of 29.45.

25th Annual Michael Roche Carpet Series THE club's 25th annual Michael Roche Carpets Series is well and truly underway with the first of five races done and dusted the Brickey 4 miler and race number two the recent Turkey Trot completed. The entry fee to the series is only €2 and it is still open for entries. The series will continue after the festive season with the Kiely

Monumental Colligan cup on Sunday, January 13th. Race 4 will be the Kilmacthomas 4 on Sunday, 24th February and finally the Deíse College Dungarvan 10k on Sunday, March 10th. Runners will have to complete four of the five races in the series to figure among the tables and prizes come the final race of the se-

ries the Dungarvan 10k in March. The series events will then read in full. January 13th 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup 5 mile February 24th 16th O’Reilly Butchers Annual Kilmacthomas 4 mile March 10th 36th Annual Déise College Dungarvan 10k

Anthony Flynn 2nd overall with Ger Duhig after the recent Cleanzone Technology Paddy Joe Curran memorial Turkey Trot.

2nd lady overall to Louise Morgan at the recent Cleanzone Technology Paddy Joe Curran memorial Turkey Trot.

Club Membership 2019 THE club membership for 2019 is now open and can now be paid to club registrar Gerry Cantwell. Helvick. Dungarvan. Members can also pay their membership any night at the winter league or at any West Waterford race. We operate the calendar year for membership, so it’s January to December in a given year. The membership stays unchanged at €25. Please note that for you convenience you can also pay your membership online at the clubs web site www.westwaterfordathletics.org

Paul Brunnock runs Connemara Marathon WELL done last Saturday morning to club member Paul Brunnock who completed the MCI 10th anniversary Connemara marathon in a time of 3.49.16.

Kieran Curran comes into complete the recent Old Parish Turkey Trot in aid of Waterford Hospice.

Annual General Meeting THE senior club's 25th Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday, December 6th at 8.30 pm in Merry’s Bar (upstairs) Lr. Main St.

Running Quote IF you don't think you were born to run you're not only denying history, you're denying who you are.

The flying Martin Hayes turns in for the finish line at the recent Cleanzone Technology Old Parish Turkey Trot.

Pictured is John Treacy, CEO Sport Ireland with West Waterford AC's Lucy Holmes sporting her individual bronze medal having finished 3rd in the girls under 16 at the Irish Life Health National Cross Country Championships held in Abbotstown last Sunday.

Irish Life Health National Cross Country Championships

Irish team selection for Micheál Power THE Irish Life Health National Senior and Juvenile even age cross country Championships were held last Sunday in Abbotsown. The club had a good representation in the juvenile events which you can read all about in more detail in our juveniles news which includes a brilliant individual bronze medal for Lucy Holmes, conditions both weather wise and underfoot were ideal for what was a brilliant days racing in the new home of national Irish cross county running, the venue will host the recently announced European cross county championships in 2020. But before that date we will have this year’s European event next week infact in the city of Tilburg in The Netherlands and after last Sunday's Junior men's race we will have a West Waterford athlete competing at these championships as Micheál Power after the run of his life secured his place on the Irish team for the panicle European event. Micheál mixed it well last Sunday in his race which also incorporated in the same event the under 18 men. The CIT student stayed with the early pace and was every bit deserving of his 6th position after a titanic battle among the very strong field of the country’s best. When the Irish junior team was announced on Monday morning Micheál received the news that he was to be part of the travelling Irish squad to the Dutch city on December 9th. A well deserved accolade for a young man who has had his ups and downs like many in sport but always kept focused on his long term goals. All at the club wishes Micheál and his backroom team including his club team mate now involved with the coaching of some upcoming junior athletes David McCarthy all the best going forward from this milestone result. Shortly after the Junior and under 18 men's race Shane O'Riordan was in action in the

Pictured is Micheál Power at the Irish Life Health National cross Country Championships held in Abbotstown last Sunday. Micheál finished 6th to secure a place on the Irish Junior Cross Country team who travel to Tilburg, Netherlands next week for the European Cross Country Championships. under 23 race and had an excellent 22nd position finish. This race was held with the senior men's race over 10,000 metres. Shane is as dedicated an athlete as you would wish to meet and deserves great credit for competing at this level of national competition giving each and every race he competes in his very best effort. Ciara Mageean (UCD) and Kevin Dooney (Raheny Shamrock) capped a wonderful day’s racing at the National Sports Campus. Mageean, more adept on the track, ran strongly over 8,000m to win in 28:02 and to hold off Annmarie

On his final lap Shane O'Riordan in the men’s under 23 National Cross Country Championships held in Abbotstown last Sunday. McGlynn (Letterkenny) in second in 28:05 and Fionnuala Ross (Armagh) in third in 28:08. It was a good showing for Mageean and now sees her hold national titles on the track, outdoors and indoors, and cross country. Leevale AC won the team race led home by Michelle Finn in fourth with Letterkenny second and North Down third. Kevin Dooney won a classic battle with Clonmel’s Sean Tobin and club mate Kevin Maunsell. Dooney won in 30:07 to hold off a fast finishing Sean Tobin 30:11 and Kevin Maunsell in third in 30:18. It was double delight for Dooney as he helped Raheny Shamrock to three national team titles in-a-row. Clonliffe Harriers were second with Clonmel AC a brilliant third. All in all a memorable days cross country running in an event organised to perfection by athletics Ireland.

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

25th Annual Forde’s Daybreak Winter League

Great times recorded in week 3 on the long route Weekly Top Oil voucher winner for the short course at the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League on week one was Nicola McCarthy. Making presentation is Kevin Casey sponsor Top Oil.

Pictured at the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League is Angeline Drennan with league sponsor Kevin Forde.

Pictured at the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League is Michael Landers and Stephen Hogan with league sponsor Kevin Forde.

WEEK 3 of the long route course was held last Wednesday evening and to say we were fortunate with the weather would be an understatement as we were setting up the finish area it was raining heavily but by the time the clock started for the first of the runners on the night it had stopped and indeed it turned out to be quite a good night for running after all. So hopefully our luck will stay in as we still four nights left before Christmas and it's never too late to get fit and it's never too late to make a start so if you still want to join in, come along to the Sports Centre on Wednesday evening at 6.30 pm and we will get you started. This week we had 180 runners completing the long route as they were led home by Daryl Kearns in a splendid 30.44 with John Hodge hot on his heels next home in 31.23 and John O'Rourke 3rd man home in a time of 31.43. First lady home on the night was our chief of all stewards Karen Ryan who finished 7th overall in 42.10 with Andrea Gaffney next in 44.54 and third home was Catherine Condon 51.02. Just a quick reminder to all our runners to be careful out on the course and obey the stewards at all times. For safety, high vis must be worn. Also the rules of the league prohibit the wearing of watches. Anyone not wearing a high vis or those found to be wearing a watch won't be included in the results. Best of luck to all tonight and why not bring a friend along. Best of luck to all the runners as they try to achieve their goal time as the weeks progress and remember newcomers are always welcome. Just come along to Dungarvan Sports Centre on Wednesday night at 6.30 p.m. to register. TIME INPROVEMENTS FOR WEEK 3 ON THE SHORT COURSE Luckily the rain cleared and nice running conditions awaited the runners as they gathered at Dungarvan Sports Centre for week 3 of the Forde’s Daybreak winter league before heading out on the 2.4 mile run. There was a great number out again last Wednesday when 89 runners (coincidentally the same number as the previous week) completed the course, on what was our third night of the winter league for 2018. It was worth noting the time improvements already by many runners and with only three weeks completed. It was great to see plenty new runners that were trying out the league for the very first time also last week.

This section of the league specifically has first timers and beginners in mind and is a manageable distance for most as it covers 2.4 miles in total. After registering make sure to check your start time on the sheets posted on the wall. First on the night was Ellen O'Brien in 21.06, followed by Gráinne Desmond in 21.07 with Michael O'Keefe next in 21.23. Fourth home was Sheilanne O'Donoghue in 21.49 followed by Mairead Foley in 22.10. Stephen Hogan had a massive improvement when knocking off over 5 minutes to finish in 18.17. John Power (25.51), Nicola Cunniffe (22.07) and Michael Landers (22.19) all recorded big improvements of nearly three minutes. Others who had good runs on the night included Theresa Murphy (25.25), Tomas O'Flynn (22.11), Ritchie Power (25.02) and Christopher Phelan (20.58). Fastest time on the night was Ciaran Frisby in 14.34 followed by David Towey in 14.51. Fastest Lady was Brigid Coffey in 18.16 followed by Lisa Collins in 19.39. Well done to each and every runner who took part and remember there is a long way to go and aim to slowly improve. It is important to feel comfortable during the run and as you are coming near the finish line you can increase the pace and finish your run with a push. THANKS The winter league is a big operation and wouldn’t be possible without the goodwill and support of so many that give of their time so willingly each week. Our sincere thanks go to Karen Ryan and her team of stewards who week after week in all sorts of weather are out on the course to ensure the safety of all the runners. Thanks also to the crew that put out the bollards and look after the parking and the finishing tunnel. Thanks also to the other crew that look after registration and the times and the finishing tunnel, as usual a great job done by you all. Thanks also to our overall main sponsor Kevin Forde of Forde's Daybreak and to our kind associate sponsor Kevin Casey and James O’Sullivan at Top Oil. FINAL CHANCE TO ENTER THE WINTER LEAGUE TEAM COMPETITION The winter league for the 6th year will also include a team competition. Teams will be comprised of three members and can be all male, all female or mixed. The scoring will be based on the positions of the two best placed members on the team on each night of the league from the normal winter league results.

There is no extra charge to register a team. Once you are registered for the winter league, you will be eligible to go on a team. All members of the team need to be registered to run the same course in the league. Anyone who is interested in going on a team, but is new to the league or doesn’t know people to go on a team with, can leave their name and we will help to find a team for them especially anyone on the short course. All teams must be registered this week. To register a team, email your team name and the three member’s names and winter league numbers to tomleahy1977@gmail.com or you can hand in your team at the league tonight. Remember this is your last opportunity to enter a team. TOP OIL - ASSOCIATE WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORS For the 2018/’19 Forde's Daybreak Winter League we have been fortunate enough to have received associate sponsorship from our friends in Top Oil, our own Kevin Casey and James O’Sullivan have come on board to generously sponsor two €20 vouchers, one for the short route and one for the long route each week. We decided the best way to allocate the vouchers was to pick the 50th finisher in each route every week and to date we have six winners and they are: Week 1 winners were short route Nicola McCarthy. Long route - Cathal Dwane. Week 2 winners were short route - Jackie Tobin. Long route Linda Foley. Week 3 winners were short route - Oisín Downey. Long route Éanna de Faoite. FORDE'S DAYBREAK WINTER LEAGUE 2018/’19 RULES AND GENERAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION The winter league is about participation in and the enjoyment of running. We hope that getting involved will encourage you to get and running each Wednesday night. All runners must ensure they wear a reflective Hi-Vis on the night of the league. Each Hi-Vis must have reflective strips on it. Watches / timing devices i.e. phones are strictly prohibited. No Headphones or pets allowed. Roads are not closed. For your safety and the safety of other runners / road users, please take care and obey stewards at all times. All runners must register each night before they run The clock will start at 6.50. Start times will be posted on the wall. It

is up to you to ensure you start at the correct time. Special 25th winter league anniversary t-shirt will be awarded to anyone who runs 10 out of 13 nights. (Number of nights may vary depending on weather – will be decided by organising committee) What to do: 1. Register in hall 2. Leave your watch and keys in the box (no watches allowed) 3. Retrieve your start time from the list on the wall 4. Keep an eye on the clock in the hall. When your start time is close, go out to the front door. 5. When your start time appears on the clock outside, you start running. 6. Always obey stewards at all times 7. Ensure you pass through the finish gantry to register your time. 8. At the finish, subtract your start time from the time that is on the clock to get your actual run time. 9. Collect your keys and watch from the box in the hall. POINTS SYSTEM FOR LEAGUE The winner of the winter league will be the person with the most points in each respective route at the end of the 14 nights. The points are calculated as follows: The last runner to finish on each night will get 50 points for the long route and 30 points for the short route. Every runner will get an extra point for each position higher they finish. The first runner to finish will get the most points. So the aim each night is to try and pass as many runners as possible to gain more points. For example: There are 200 runners in the long route and 140 in the short. The last runner in the long route would receive 50 points. The runner in position 100 would receive 150 points and the first runner home would receive 249 points. The last runner in the short route would receive 30 points. The runner in position 50 would receive 120 points and the first runner home would receive 169 points. Any runner who does not participate will get 0 points on that night of the league. Any runner wearing a watch will be omitted from results and get 0 points on that night of the league. Any runner not wearing a Hi-Vis will be omitted from results and get 0 points on that night of the league There will be 100 point bonus for each runner (on top of their finish points) who participates in our Christmas charity night on the 12th of December.

GOLF/HOCKEY

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

www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS Mon., 19th to Sun., 25th Nov. 12 hole singles s/ford sponsored by club members: 1st Martin Rafferty (18) 31 pts (turkey); 2nd Tony Hennebry (22) 29 pts (turkey); 3rd Eoin Bennett (13) 29 pts (ham); 4th Pat Curley (16) 28 pts (ham); 5th John McGrath (9) 28 pts (sweets); 6th Nicholas Walsh (20) 28 pts (sweets). FIXTURES Monday, 26th November to Sunday, 2nd December 12 hole singles s/ford. Turkeys & Hams. Sponsored by club members. Round five of the winter league

sponsored by Cavanagh’s of Fermoy Main Ford dealers. Tee reserved next Saturday (1st December) from 11 a.m. for Aghern Society. STORY OF THE WEEKEND Winner of the first turkey this week is Vice Captain Martin Rafferty. Martin had seven pars and five bogeys and a couple of lucky shots to finish on 31 pts. The second turkey goes to Tony Hennebry. Tony played some lovely golf to finish with 29 pts. The hams go to Eoin Bennett and Pat Curley who had 29 and 28 pts respectively. John McGrath and

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018 Nicholas Walsh won the Sweets with 28 pts. Well done to the winners and thanks to all that played. CAVANAGH’S OF FERMOY WINTER LEAGUE Big numbers played again this week in round four of the league. The idea of not knowing the makeup of the teams is proving very popular with players and judging by the scoring every week, there can’t be a lot between the teams. Keep playing lads and give your team every chance. TABLE QUIZ The club will be holding a table quiz on Thursday, 13th December at 8 pm. €30 per table. Quiz master on the night will be Edward Lynch. LISMORE LADIES 6th and final Round of Autumn League this week from Sun., 25th Nov. to Sun., 2nd Dec. excluding Sat., 1st Dec. due to Course being fully reserved. League Team Standings after 5th Round Chestnuts 376 pts Pumpkins 364 pts Skeletons 362 pts Cobwebs 357 pts

Vampires 331 pts Witches 330 pts Zombies 324 pts Spiders 284 pts Comp. Results w/e 24/11/18 1st J Cahillane (13) 20 pts (B3); 2nd D Power (13) 22-2 = 20 pts; 3rd Mary E Aherne (26) 19 pts B6. LADIES NOTE FOR YOUR DIARIES Christmas Party: in Clubhouse on Friday, 7th Dec, Great night of fun assured. Table Quiz: The club will hold table quiz on Thursday, 13th December at 8 p.m. €30 per table. Please bring your friends along. Reminder about New Year’s Even Party: New Year’s Eve tickets are now available at the Bar Fantastic Value at €25 for Meal, Musicusic and Dance. This promises to be a night of fun and entertainment Fixtures: Autumn League - Sponsor = Ballyrafter Service Station: Sun., 25th - Sun., 2nd Dec. excluding Sat., 1st - 9 Hole S/Ford Re-Entry. Mon., 3rd December - Mon., 31st December - 9 Hole S/Ford on-

Lismore Golf Club Sponsors and Captains Dinner: Presentation to the Club’s Ladies Silver Medal to Marie Condon by Mary Ahearn, Lady Captain and Seamus Beecher, Vice President. [Dan McGrath]

going Entry and Reentry. All competitions are subject to

change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes.

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

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Monday 19th – Sunday 25th November – 16 Hole Stableford Category 1 (0-9) Shane Roche (9) 38 pts, Category 2 (10-14) Brian McNamara (13) 37 pts Category 3 (15-18) Matt Holden (18) 35 pts Category 4 (19+) Kevin Kelly (20) 35 pts b8. Domestic CSS: 35 Monday 19th – Sunday 25th Nov – Open Gents 9 Hole Winner: Michael French (24) 19 pts. FIXTURES Monday, 26th Nov to Sunday, 2nd Dec. – Round 1 Comeragh Oil Winter league including weekly competition. Non league players are most welcome. 16 Hole Stableford. Holes 2 and 3 out of play for Round 1. Monday, 26th Nov to Sunday, 2nd Dec Open 11 hole Stableford Holes 1 to 13, with holes 2 and 3 out of play. Saturday, 1st December – Killeagh GAA society Christmas Outing Tee Reserved 10 am to 12 noon. MEN’S CLUB AGM The Annual General Meeting of West Waterford Men’s club will be held in the clubhouse on Thursday, 29th November at 8 p.m. We would like to see a large attendance to show their appreciation of our outgoing officers and committee and to welcome in our new captain Mr. Tom Higgins and his committee. Please arrive early. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE Our Winter league is up and running and we had a steady flow of members from the respective teams throughout the week and over the weekend. The scoring was of a high standard with Shane Roche (9) setting

the standard for his Mount Odell team mates with 38 points for the 16 holes. Matt Holden Kinsalebeg and Kevin Kelly Helvick struck form with 35 points each. Round one continues this week and with four scores to count per team we strongly urge everyone to make the extra effort to get at least one round in by next Sunday. A reminder that holes 2 and 3 are being rested for the duration of round one so don’t forget the shortcut from the first green. Delighted to be able to report that the course is in excellent condition with the leaves gradually disappearing. The heavy downpours during the week have not affected the newly refurbished bunkers, a tribute to the volunteers who did a professional job as usual. Please continue to rake the bunkers and to repair pitch marks on the greens. Again thanks for your cooperation and the message is to keep up the good work. CAPTAIN AND LADY CAPTAIN’S CHRISTMAS GET TOGETHER ON SATURDAY, 8th DECEMBER All are invited to an evening of music and song with The Friary Choir on Saturday, 8th December at West Waterford Golf Club. Finger food will be served. Please put your name on the sheet provided on the notice board. Admission is just €5. SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE The alliance will take a break for the remainder of the year. The next outing will be in Carrick-on-Suir on Sunday, 13th January 2019 with West Waterford playing host on Sunday, 27th January. WEEKLY 11 HOLE OPEN COMPETITION No, this is not a misprint. To avoid confusion, this competition is

being played over holes 1 to 13 with holes 2 and 3 out of play. You can play any day and this is an ideal opportunity for an enjoyable round over the shortened course. Well done to Michael French who won last week. WINTER RULES The current weather conditions have led to the introduction of Winter Rules golf. This means you can mark, lift, clean and place your ball on the fairway and in the rough. For the moment our weekend men’s competition will be played over 16 holes. Holes No. 2 and No. 3 are currently out of play for mens competitions. A domestic CSS of 35 will apply for 16 hole competitions. CHRISTMAS IS COMING Well done to Bridget and Jean who did a superb job in decorating the bar and restaurant during the week. The logs on the fire, the tinsel, and the flashing lights generate a lovely warm atmosphere on those cold winter days. You are invited to drop in for a cuppa and a sandwich and don’t forget if you are planning a Christmas get together, West Waterford golf club is the place to be. GOLF IRELAND The GUI and ILGU have published a proposal for a single governing body for golf in Ireland. Clubs will vote on this proposal in January 2019. Members can familiarise themselves with this proposal by logging on to Golfnet and clicking on the One Governing Body website. CONDOLENCES On behalf of the club we wish to offer our sincere sympathies to Jason Louch and the extended family on the recent passing of his brother. May Robert rest in peace.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Division 6 team who defeated Blackrock in Cork last weekend.

Jubilation for Division 6 girls DIVISION 6 Blackrock ..............................… 2; Dungarvan ............................… 3. ON Sunday last, Dungarvan Ladies Division 6 team travelled to Cork to take on Blackrock. Dungarvan welcomed two new players into the team, sisters Eabha and Lilly Gough. The girls slotted into the side as if they were always there, a great addition to the team! The game started with a fast and furious pace with Blackrock attacking in their droves on the Dungarvan defence. Solid sweeping by Nicola Walsh and goalkeeping by Ellla Harrington kept Dungarvan in the game. After deflected of the early pressure Dungarvan grew into the game, switching passes and playing more like a team. Blackrock somehow broke away and stunningly so they grabbed the first goal, a very soft goal to concede. Soon after disaster really struck as Blackrock added a second! Halftime approached and Dungarvan were 2-0 down, disbelief all around. Lucinda regrouped her players at half-time, talking tactics and encouraging the girls to dust them-

selves off, get back out and put into practice all the great training sessions. Dungarvan were riled up by these words of encouragement and were all guns blazing as the second half commenced. Within five minutes Dungarvan won a short corner. All that they had been practising came to the fore as Tess received the ball at the top of the circle, drawing in her player she moved the ball across to Molly who buried the ball in the back of the net, a shot so hard it nearly went through the backboard! Dungarvan were brimming with confidence, this glimmer of hope had them inspired. Eabha picked up the ball on the twenty yard line and running at pace at the Blackrock defence she passed two players and bearing in on goal as she hit a ferocious shot! 2-2 and delight all round as Dungarvan were calling all the shots now. Katie Hickey switching positions, with Lizzy full forward and Fiadh on the wing. All girls working very hard, improving every game! Saoirse was working hard and playing herself straight in on goal. Full of confidence she hammered the ball low and past the

keeper in the Blackroack goal. Jubilations all round as Dungarvan were 3-2 up. Great scenes as the girls held out to win, arguably the best performance from the season! Player of the Match: Saoirse Curran. DIVISION 5 Harlequins ............................… 1; Dungarvan ............................… 1. Dungarvan played Harlequins away in Cork. A game that Dungarvan dominated from start to finish and could very well have been five goals up at half-time such was their dominance. In the last 10 minutes, after many attacks Dungarvan just couldn't get past the keeper who was outstanding. Dungarvan were disappointed to draw this game and come away with two points instead of three. Player of the Match: Saoirse Hayes. Well done to Saoirse Hayes who was the player of the match, covering every blade of grass and never stopped working and chasing down the ball! Thanks to Lucinda to umpiring this game and to Tina, our coach.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 November, 2018

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net

THE club and course remained busy this week with plenty of competitions for members and visitors alike. The David Hayes PGA Winter League is well underway and scoring is of the highest quality. We welcome all our new members who have joined and are enjoying the course. GENTS RESULTS Mon 19th Open Senior Singles: 1st Don Buckley (18) 38 points; 2nd Paul Sarsfield (20) 36; 3rd Michael Kelleher (31) 35. Winter League Results Wednesday, 21st - Sunday, 25th: Category 1: 1st Alan Thomas (+1) 31, 2nd Donnie Williams (4) 30 (b7). Category 2: 1st John G. Moloney (10) 35, 2nd Martin Lynch (11) 33. Category 3: 1st Tomas Whelan (16) 35, 2nd Matthew Lynch (16) 34. Category 4: 1st Benny Kiely (19) 34, 2nd Eamonn Keane (19) 33. GENTS FIXTURES Thurs. 29th Gents 14H Open Singles S/F - David Hayes PGA Winter League. Fri. 30th Gents 14H Singles S/F - David Hayes PGA Winter League. Sat. 1st Dec Gents 14H S/F David Hayes PGA Winter League. Sun. 2nd Gents 14H S/F - David Hayes PGA Winter League. Mon. 3rd Open 16H Seniors Singles S/F. Tues. 4th Gents 14H Singles S/F - David Hayes PGA Winter League.

LADIES RESULTS Tues., 20th Nov. 1st Irene Lynch (7) 26 pts; 2nd Pat Flanagan (21) 24 pts; 3rd Celia Power (26) 23 pts, Marie Veale (32) 22 pts. Sat., 24th Nov. 1st Miriam Mathews (24) 27 pts; 2nd Betty O’Brien (14) 25 pts. LADIES FIXTURES Fri., 30th Nov. Ladies 14H S/F. Sat., 1st Dec. Ladies 14H S/F. Mon., 3rd Open 16H Seniors Singles S/F. Tues., 4th Dec. Ladies 11H Singles S/F & Ladies Home Alliance. 60.COM We had a great turnout for our 60.com on Wednesday, 21st Nov. The winners were: 1st Pat Power (21) 21 pts; 2nd Maurice Cliffe (16) 20 pts. Come along next Wednesday and join us for social golf and social coffee. Our Christmas Party takes place on Wednesday, 5th Dec – mark it in your diary! FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES Due to a very wet start last Friday morning we had to abandon our Fun Friday Foursomes. We are however back next Friday, Nov 30th. Join us in the clubhouse at 9.30 a.m. for draw at 9.45 a.m. ready to play at 10 am. Tell your friends - all are welcome. NEW MEMBERS A big welcome to all our new members! We hope you have

GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is:

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com JOHN WHITE CARPENTRY WINTER LEAGUE The rounds of golf are continuing to be clocked up and after 4 weeks the number of games played is up to 473. Dunhill continues to lead the way with 410 pts, Copper Coast and Touraneena are together on 402 pts, Ballinacourty slip back to 387 pts, Abbeyside make big gains and are now on 383 pts, Dungarvan on 380 and Deise on 379 complete the field. It is early day yet and a real picture will not emerge until most of the players have their ten games in. CHRISTMAS IS COMING! Yes, it’s that time of year again when we all look forward to the festive season once again. It is also the time when we think of the people who will struggle over this period and here in the Gold Coast our members have always been exceptionally generous in donating to the Lions Christmas Appeal, an appeal that helps the ‘less well off’ with vouchers for food and fuel. The Lions week will take place from

Monday 3rd to Sunday 9th December and every cent contributed during that week will go directly to the appeal. There will also be the usual raffle for a Hamper for 1st prize, a turkey for 2nd prize and a ham for 3rd prize. Our outgoing Captain, Tim O’Driscoll, has once again sponsored the hamper, for which we are truly grateful. Tickets for this raffle can be purchased in the kiosk at €2 a strip or 3 strips for €5. GENT’S FIXTURES Monday, 26th Nov-Friday 30th Nov. Rd. 5 Winter league. Tuesday, 27th November: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ Friday, 30th November: Open Gents 18 hole singles. Saturday, 1st Dec. Sunday, 2nd Dec: Rd. 6 Winter League. Monday, 3rd - Friday, 9th Dec: Lions Club Christmas Appeal Week. GENT’S RESULTS Tuesday, 20th November Open Seniors:1st: Gerry Comerford (15) 38 pts; 2nd Francis

Lady Belle sponsored Men’s Foursomes at Dungarvan Golf Club. Deirdre Morrissey, Lady Belle Bar, presents the cup to Joe Murphy and Eamon Moore, winners. Also included are Declan Walsh and Niall Walsh, runners-up and David Shanley, Dungarvan Golf Club Captain. [Dan McGrath]

many years of great golf with us. We currently have a fantastic membership offer for Under 35s and over. Please give Karen and Jimmy our Club Administrators a call if you would like to learn more about our great rates. Tel: 058-43310/05841605. SOCIETY BOOKINGS Our society bookings are filling up fast for 2019 and we look forward to welcoming back familiar faces and also welcome new Golf Societies to Dungarvan Golf Club. We have great midweek and weekend rates available for 2019. Call Karen on 058-43310 for further details.

PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners: Tim Brown & Patsy Hackett, 2nd: Sheila Morrissey, Thomas Carroll, Jack Elstead & Cait Mulcahy, Last 5: Seamus O’Neill & Tom Phelan. Lucky Table: John Motherway & Paddy Corkery. POKER CLASSIC We had a good crowd for our Poker Classic on Sunday, 25th Nov., a great night was had by all. Our next Poker Classic will be announced once a date is finalised. 1st Pat Phelan, 2nd Lizzie Cowming, 3rd Ollie O’Neill. LOTTO RESULTS Our Lotto draw was held in the clubhouse on Sunday, 25th November. The numbers drawn in the Lotto were 4, 9, 11 and 21.

There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €5,400 next week! We had three Match 3 winners this week – Paul O’Riordan, David Regan and Kevin Croke who each win €35 – congratulations to each of them. What a Christmas present our Jackpot would make. Give yourself, a member of your family or a friend an opportunity to win the Jackpot and buy them a ticket. The draw next Sunday will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the clubhouse. PRO-SHOP NEWS As always, our Pro-Shop remains active and David has all you need to stay warm and dry this Winter. Popular items include our

new Dungarvan crested waterproof jacket as well as waterproof bags, hats and handwarmers. David has many special offers at this time so call in and grab a bargain or a great Christmas present. David’s special offers can be found on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com HOLE IN ONE!! Congratulations to Mary Power who had a Hole In One over the weekend! Well Done Mary! UPCOMING EVENTS Our Captain’s Drive-In will take place on New Year’s Day. Contact us on 058-43310/05841605 or visit our website www.dungarvangolfclub.com and find us on Facebook.

O’Connor (19) 38 pts. Monday 19th Nov – Fri 23rd Nov Wk 4 Winter League 18 Holes singles CSS 39 pts 1st Alan Landers (14) 40 pts; 2nd Alan Harty (0) 39 pts; Gross Michael White (0) 35 pts Sat. 24th & Sun. 25th November Wk 5 Winter League 18 Holes Singles, CSS 40 pts 1st: Liam Beresford (13) 45 pts Cat (0-7): Pat Power (6) 42 pts Cat (8-13): John Hughes (12) 42 pts Cat (14-18): John McArthur (14) 41pts Cat (19+): Willie Bloomer (24) 41 pts Gents 10 Hole #5 Ham Winner Ger Darcy (14) 23 pts. 2019 RULES OF GOLF APP AT WWW.RANDA.ORG/APPS The Official App for the 2019 Rules of Golf includes nearly 30 diagrams and how-to videos that help to explain the Rules and gives guidance for many common situations. Other features include: Improved Search Functionality A Visual Search – to help you quickly find the rule you need Rules of Golf Quiz A Rules Essentials section will follow later in 2018 to help you learn the basics SOCIETIES AND GREENFEES WELCOME Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcome Societies and Green fees and we look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2019. Here at the Gold Coast our golf course is maintained in excellent condition, with our greens offering superb playability and presentation all year round.

With our top quality golf course, spectacular scenery, comfortable surroundings in our hotel bar and restaurant, a warm and friendly welcome awaits our visitors. Our society rates are very competitive for 2019 and our Director of Golf Irene Lynch is available to provide advice and assistance to the Organisers of outings and Classics. Contact Irene on 05844055 or goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com for favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements. We aim to ensure that all our visitors enjoy their day with us and we look forward to making your outing in 2019 a memorable one. EVERY TUESDAY OPEN GENT S & LADIES SENIORS Every Tuesday at the Gold Coast we host our popular Open Seniors (50+) Gents and Ladies Singles competition. Visitor entry is €12 or Golf and Carvery €20. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055. EVERY FRIDAY OPEN GENTS SINGLES Every Friday at the Gold Coast we host an Open Gents Singles Stableford competition. Visitor entry is €15 or golf and carvery €25. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055. MEMBERSHIP RATES AND INTRODUCTORY OFFERS FOR MEMBERS Gold Coast Golf Club has very attractive membership rates for members. For information on full and over 65 subscriptions including our special introductory offers for new members contact Irene on 058 44055.

LADIES NOTES FIXTURES 10 Hole On-going Ham Competition 13 Hole 2 card competition sponsored by Dalton Jewellers running to 15th Dec 9 Hole on-going for beginners Results 10 hole, Mary Clancy (13) 23 pts CHRISTMAS FUN DAY Our Christmas Fun Day takes place on Sunday, 9th December and will be a team event to include all handicap categories and especially our G.I.G ladies, please add your name to sheet in the kiosk a.s.a.p. This is an all inclusive fun event and we would urge as many as possible to take part, tee times are reserved from 11 am to facilitate the draw. Our day will be rounded off with a meal at the Moorings Bar & Restaurant scheduled for 7 pm and all are invited to attend, please add your name for meal only if you are unable to play golf on the day. As usual, this is a wonderful social evening for the ladies to relax and catch up with old and new members – an event not to be missed!! WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORED BY THE MOORINGS BAR & RESTAURANT Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 10 holes has now finished Round 3, so the race is on for Round 4 which will be our last round before Christmas and with two weeks to play we are hoping the weather will be kind to us.

Well done to the team managers who are very busy contacting and encouraging their members - remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting. Please note - It’s imperative that all scores be entered in computer, only the best score will count for competition. SOUTH EAST COASTAL ALLIANCE Our next outing will be to West Waterford on Thursday, 6th December which will be the Christmas outing. As this is always a special event, I would like to see a good representation from our club. MEMBERSHIP OFFERS If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2019 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast. There are many good reasons for joining us, firstly we are an extremely friendly bunch who are always delighted to welcome new members and visitors alike, secondly our course is open all year round due to its natural drainage and last but not least the scenery is breathtaking. We here at the Gold Coast are very proud of our course and it’s natural beauty, if you would like to sample same, please contact Irene or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.

SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Stradbally FC RESULTS Under 12 Schoolboys League: Stradbally 9; Tramore 0. JUNIOR No junior games last weekend. It’s Munster Junior Cup action on Sunday, with opponents Dungarvan United. Kick- off 11 a.m. SCHOOLBOYS Played in rather miserable conditions, Tramore were the visitors for an Under 12 league tie. An early Joe Campbell score set the tone for the rest of the game. Futher goals from Liam Kilbride, Joe Campbell and a hat-trick from Reece Donnelly had the game over as a contest at the interval. The second half continued in a similar vein, where Joe Campbell completed his hat-trick, with Liam Kilbride grabbing his second of the game and Jack Crotty also netting for us to complete the scoring. We used the bench well with all the panel getting game time, well done to Tramore who never gave up, battled all the way to the end, even when the scoreline was against them they showed great heart. Team: Sean Kelly, Shane Weldon, Eoin Murphy, Fionn Norris, Jack Crotty, Dara Gough, Joe Campbell, Liam Kilbride, Reece Donnelly, Sean Roche, Eimhin Ronayne, Conor Coleman, Cuan Lacey, Andrew Drohan, Darragh Walsh, Josh Wall. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Next Saturday, December 1st there are a range of mini games for our youngest members. With kickoff at 10.30 a.m. in Under 6, 7 and 9 age groups. Opponents will be Seaview Celtic and we look forward to great play. On the following Saturday, we will have similar games, with Ballyduff the visitors on that occasion. LOTTO No jackpot winners in the Club Lotto Draw on Sunday night. Numbers drawn 5, 9, 16, 24. €25 winners: Ger Crowley, Ludwic Connors, Nicky Comyn. Promoter’s Prize: Francis Sheehan. Next draw is on 9/12/ 2018 in O'Mahony’s Bar, Durrow and the Jackpot on offer will be €2,500. Thanks to all of those who continue to support our Club Lotto. LAST MAN STANDING With almost half the Remainers plumping for Everton in Week 10, there was a collective sigh of relief

to see them fend off Cardiff City. Also the new manager bounce at Fulham brought a few more over the hurdle. Wolves surprising loss to Huddersfield balanced things somewhat in the debit and credit ledgers. Week 11 is now in sight. Please note that there is a Friday night game in this weekends programme, so watch out for an earlier than usual deadline. FAI NATIONAL DRAW Alas, no winners for us in the FAI National Draw this year. Neighbours Seaview Celtic and Tramore Rangers features amongst the minor prizes. For a full list of winners go too www.fai.ie Thanks to all who bought and sold tickets, proceeds of which help keep the show on the road. IRELAND A week of three international managers is quite a feat. Past, Present and Future having a whiff of a Dickensian Yuletide tale about it. As Tiny Tim (Tadhgín) may have said 'God bless us, everyone'. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM The proceeds of the Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove are going to the Irish Wheelchair Association. Sponsorship cards are now available from club secretary Damien Sheehan. ASTROTURF HIRE Astroturf Pitch is available to hire. A game of 5-a-side with your friends, is an ideal way to keep fit during the winter. For booking details contact Alan D'arcy at 087 698 7387. ON-LINE CLUB SHOP Our on-line club shop is now open for business. For a myriad of playing and leisure gear, go to www.oneills.com . Ideal birthday and Christmas presents. A CHRISTMAS CAROL StageCoach Productions presents a ‘Musical Adaptation of A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens, in the Barron Hall, Stradbally. Times & Dates: Fri., Dec 7th 7.00 p.m., Sat., Dec. 8th 8p.m., Sun., Dec. 9th 3 p.m. Tickets available from Cunninghams Shop. Adults €12 Children €8. FIXTURES Saturday, December 1st Under 13 Schoolboys League: Stradbally v Ferrybank 12.30 p.m. Sunday, December 2nd Munster Junior Cup: Stradbally v Dungarvan United 11 a.m.

West Waterford/ East Cork Schoolboys League Results

Waterford Schoolboys Football League results

Sunday, 25th November, 2018 Goodies Party Hire Under 12 League Premier Division: Brideview United 1; Mogeely F.C. 0 Fermoy Nissan Under 13 League: Valley Rangers 0; L i s m o r e A.F.C. 15 East Cork Oil Aglish Branch Under 16 League: Ardmore A.F.C. 6; Cappoquin Railway F.C. 2 Lismore A.F.C. 2; Valley Rangers 3

SFAI Skechers Under 12 National Cup Bohemians A 1; 1 Northend United AET (Bohemians won 3-2 on penalties) WSFL Under 12A League Southend United A 3; 0 Park Rangers A Villa A 0; 1 Tramore A WSFL Under 12B League Ballinroad 3; 3 De La Salle WSFL Under 12C League Piltown B 2; 2 Mooncoin Celtic A Stradbally 6; 1 Tramore C St Pauls 2; 5 Kilmacow WSFL Under 12D League Ferrybank C 2; 7 Waterford Crystal Ballyduff 2; 0 Bohemians C Portlaw United 2; 2 Park Rangers B

Ballinroad U-12’s who drew 3-3 at home to De La Salle on Saturday morning last

Ballinroad FC U-12B Ballinroad .............................… 3; De La Salle ............................… 3. The rams shared the spoils in this six goal thriller where they were in front threetimes only to give up the lead. We were sloppy all over the pitch and were second to every ball leaving the boys with plenty to work on in training over the next few weeks. Our goal scorers on the day were Conor, Oisin and Paddy. MOTM was Oisin who never gave up. Well done all and thanks to De La Salle. YOUTHS WIN LOCAL DERBY Ballinroad .............................… 3; Abbeyside .............................… 0. Ballinroad welcomed Abbeyside to St. Laurence’s last Sunday in a youth’s game. It was the first local derby this season and the first at youths level in many a year. Abbeyside started the better and were winning all the headers and battles in midfield. We were shocked and bewildered how poor we were for the first 20 minutes, for the home team we were well below par. It took us thirty minutes into the

Piltown C 1; 4 Carrick United C WSFL Under 14A League Southend United 7; 2 Carrick United A WSFL Under 14B League Park Rangers A 0; 1 Seaview Celtic Kilmacthomas 6; 4 Kilmacow Piltown A 6; 1 Ferrybank WSFL Under 14C League Mooncoin Celtic 1; 2 St Pauls Bohemians B 5; 1 Tramore B Ballinroad 1; 2 Villa B Ballyduff 5; 1 Park Rangers B WSFL Under 16A League Carrick United A 1; 2 Piltown Park Rangers A 2; 2 Tramore A WSFL Under 16B League Park Rangers B 1; 6 Southend United B Carrick United B 4; 1 Tramore C Ferrybank 4; 3 Villa B Ballyduff 5; 3 Kilmacow.

first half to wake up and get our first shot on goal. We then clicked into life and took over this game, we just woke up and never looked back. We were creating chances and testing their keeper. With five minutes to go to half-time Liam picked up the ball from Daire and drove a lovely curling shot into the far corner that gave their keeper no chance, one nil and starting to play well. We grew in confidence after that goal and Eoin very nearly made it 2-0 with his header that just went wide. Half-time came and we were happy with the one nil lead. The second half started and after a good chat at half-time we were all confident it was only a matter of time before we hit the next strike. Our back four of Tadhg, Senan, Brendan and Frankie were playing great as a unit and keeping shots on our keeper Ben to a minimum. Then twelve minutes into the second half, Liam struck again to make it two nil and well deserved. In the next ten minutes Liam hit the post to deny him his hat-trick and Brendan hit the crossbar to deny

him his first goal of the season. We were flying and winning all the battles all over the pitch and more importantly playing well. As you’d expect in any local derby things got a bit hot with 20 minutes left when we were winning 2-0 and cruising, as a result of an incident we had a player sent off and Abbeyside lost one of their coaches. We were down to ten men and with 25 minutes left all the lads had to dig deep to hang on to our lead. Abbeyside got on top and looked like pulling one back but our defence and keeper were outstanding. Then with five minutes to play Oisin buried a goal to put this game out of their reach and give us the three points. We saw the game out and deservedly won this derby three nil. It was a welcome return to winning ways after back-to-back defeats against Portlaw and Waterford Crystal. Even though we were not happy with Liam’s red card I personally thought the referee had a good game and controlled it very well. We now head back to the training pitch on Tuesday night and wait

for our next fixture. I don’t normally give Man of the Match awards as all our lads give their all but Liam Fennell was outstanding in this game with his two goals and overall attitude in a game where some people went out of their way to hurt him. All the youths and all involved in Ballinroad send their condolences to our team-mate Joe and all his family on the passing of his grandad last week in England. It was great of Joe to turn out for this game and play so well after that tragic news. Ballinroad: Ben Veale, Tadhg Collins, Senan Travers (capt), Brendan Collins, Frankie De Paor Kavanagh, James Hahesy, Daire Slevin, Joe Kuhne, Eoin Flynn, Liam Fennell, Ben O’Donovan, Oisin Morrissey, Tony Dwyer, Conor Crotty. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner in Sunday night’s Lotto jackpot with numbers drawn 17, 20, 23 & 24. Two winners of €50 were: Peggy Walsh, Kaylum Hogan. The new jackpot stands at €5,600 and the next draw takes place on Sunday, December 9th in Lord Maguires.

Ballinroad FC Youths win local derby

Ballinroad FC Youths team who beat Abbeyside in the local derby on Sunday last.

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Christmas Raffle for Schoolboys THANKS to everyone who has supported our Christmas raffle. There are some great prizes to be won. Tickets are €5 each or 3 for €10 and we hope that each family will support this fundraiser with €5 or €10. All our coaches are volunteers and the proceeds from this draw will be used for courses for our coaches which will benefit every child as well as purchase of some well needed equipment for the schoolboy section. Tickets to be returned next week sold or not. Anyone who can sell more tickets please contact any schoolboy team manager, committee member, Stan Cummins or Vicky O’Donnell. All support would be greatly appreciated!! Thank you all, as always for your continued support.

Dungarvan United FC academy players who travelled to Portlaw last Saturday morning for an U-9 challenge. All the players represented the club well done lads. Great display by all!

ACADEMY NEWS Please return registration forms as soon as possible. We had great numbers last week again on the 12.30 p.m. session U-9s midweek session started last Tuesday at 4 p.m. and will continue weekly (weather permitting). The players will really benefit from this extra training. REGISTRATION All players must now be registered. Anyone wishing to pay in in-

Soccer Super Fan – Pictured is Dungarvan United FC academy player Lukas Ronayne at his first and definitely not last Manchester United game last weekend.

Abbeyside FC IMPORTANT NOTICE Over the past few weeks we have seen a great amount of rainfall and this is starting to cause flooding in Stucco Lane the road beside our pitch. We would ask all parents and passers by to be extra careful when driving up and down the lane and please drive slowly as it’s in a very dangerous condition. Also when possible can people please use carpark provided as this helps keep the lane free from traffic. Thank you all in advance. JUNIOR FIXTURES Sunday 2nd December 3rd Divison: Abbeyside vs Red star 11 a.m. 4th Divsion Park Rangers vs Abbeyside 11 a.m. Youth B: Johnville vs Abbeyside 2 p.m. TRAINING 1st and 3rd division training is out in Ballinroad astro with a 8 p.m. start. All players asked to be there. Youths C training in Ballinroad astro Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Youths B and u-16 training Tuesday 6,30 at the pitch. All players asked to make an effort for training. CLUB REGISTRATION With the new season well underway all players are reminded that any outstanding membership owed must be paid in full to the club before a player is available for selection. If any player has any questions on the matter they are advised to speak with their manager. Thank you. COMMUNITY HELP Abbeyside as both a club and community has been overlooked time and time again for development of an astro turf and upgrade to our current clubhouse. We ask all people of the community to help

Abbeyside FC Blast from the Past. in anyway they can to try and keep the club going forward. It’s amazing that the club is still going with little to no support over the years but for the small group of members and player who have grown the club from strength to strength each year. Now we ask our community to get behind YOUR LOCAL CLUB ABBEYSIDE A.F.C. and help improve the area for the whole community as we hope yo develop a youth and community centre for the people of Abbeyside and surrounding areas. If you have any interest or ideas please contact the Club Facebook page or email liamsheehan85@gmail.com. SCHOOLBOYS NEWS Our under 12 and 14 teams are training on Friday in the Sports

Centre at 3 p.m. Sub. €2 per session. Please return outstanding registration forms. Academy Soccer coaching for boys and girls 5 - 9 years on Friday evening in Sports Centre from 4 - 5 p.m. Sub. €2 per session. We regret any inconvenience caused last Friday for the short notice to our members and parents as our training sessions in the Sports Centre were cancelled for health and safety reasons due to a wet floor - hope see you all next Friday. SCHOOLBOY FIXTURES Saturday, 8th December Under 12C League: 10:30 Mooncoin Celtic A v Abbeyside Under 14C League 11:45 Abbeyside v Park Rangers B. Under 16B League 2:30 Tramore B v Abbeyside.

stalments are welcome to do so. REMINDER SHIN PADS ARE ESSENTIAL This Saturday: U-7: Game V Youghal - registered players have been notified. U-8 - Training 12.30 - 1.30 p.m. U-9 - 1.30 - 2.30 p.m. U-10 - League game. Players have been notified Next week - midweek Tuesday U-9 - 4-5 p.m. Thursday U-10 - 4-5 p.m.

Brideview Utd. AFC Schoolboy/Girl

McDonnell scores vital goal GOODIES PARTY HIRE U-12 PREMIER LEAGUE Joseph McDonnell proves to be Utd. hero in the vital U-12 league game played in Mogeely on Sunday morning last. We are almost there as regards Santa’s visit. We welcome back Tallow man Mick McCarthy as Ireland’s new manager, all in all a very interesting weekend. GOODIES PARTY HIRE U-12 PREMIER LEAGUE Mogeely ...................................... 0; Brideview Utd. ........................... 1. UTD’S winning ways continued on Sunday last when we travelled to Mogeely and after a highly entertaining game we came home with full points. The all important goal was scored by Joseph McDonnell and keeps Utd. top of the league and remain unbeaten. Utd.: Alex Good, Danny Power, Sean Murphy, Bryan Miguel, Shay Pratt, Paul Henley, Dean Cronin, Billy Murphy, Joseph McDonnell, Ben Sheehan, Aidan Murphy, Jack Henley, Remekelme. SANTA’S VISIT It’s almost upon us. The date is Friday, 7th December. Venue: Tallow Community Centre. Time: 7 p.m. We now understand that Mrs. Claus will now come to Tallow from the North Pole. This is Mrs. Claus’ first visit to Tallow and I understand she is looking forward to it. There will be some surprises on the night supplied by Centra supermarket. I understand Santa will visit Centra to pick up some letters which have been posted to him in the post box. There will something for the parents and guardians of the boys and girls as well. It should be a terrific night.

MICK IS BACK Mick McCarthy is back again managing the Republic of Ireland team for the next two years. Local football fans especially those going to the Aviva over the past 12 months will be hoping Mick can improve things on the field. We wish Mick the best of luck for the next two years. FIXTURES FOR NEXT SATURDAY GOODIES PARTY HIRE U-12 PREMIER LEAGUE Cappoquin/Railway v. Brideview Utd. Kick-off at 11 a.m. Amber Service Station/Hillbilly’s Fermoy U-14 Premier League Inch v. Brideview Utd. Kick-off 11 a.m. The O’Rourke Family youth league - Lismore AFC v. Brideview Utd. Kick-off at 2.30 p.m. SYMPATHY The club extends its deepest sympathy to the Herlihy family, Chapel Street on the sad passing of Brendan. May he rest in peace. BRIDEVIEW UTD. AFC JUNIOR NOTES MARI MINA PHARMACY PREMIER LEAGUE MIXED RESULTS FOR BRIDEVIEW UTD. It was a case of mixed results for Utd’s two junior teams on Sunday afternoon. Our A team had a big win away to Inch while our B team went down to neighbours Lismore in a seven goal thriller. RESULTS: A TEAM Inch ........................................… 0; Brideview United ..................… 4. UTD. ran out winners in Inch on Sunday afternoon last in a game which Utd were well on top. While Utd. were on top, the opening goal here did not come until the 20th minute when Jamie Murphy put

through a terrific ball to Paul O’Brien and the latter made no mistake from close range. The post saved Inch in the 34th minute. Ryan Grey was unlucky in the 42nd minute when his fine effort just went wide. A terrific Utd. move in the 43rd minute started by Paul O’Brien and his well struck pass to Michael Curley looked as if Curley would shoot home but somehow a great save by one of Inch defenders saw the ball go out for a corner which was cleared. Utd’s keeper first real action in the opening 45 minutes came just before the break when Curley got down well to save. It was the final action of a lively first half but Utd. had only one goal to show for it. The second half was only a minute old when a great run by O’Brien saw him beat two defenders before setting up Chris Murphy who made no mistake from close range. Utd then introduced all the reserves between the 52nd and 65th minutes. Utd. went three up in the 75th minute when Roche gave a fine pass to McGrath who left fly from 30 yards and the ball ended up in the top right hand corner of the net for a terrific goal. The same player was denied four minutes later by the crossbar. The final minute saw Curley set up Hickey to score from close range and Utd. ran out 4-0 winners over the East Cork side. Utd.: W. Curley, K. Henley, K. Fraser, R. Grey, K. Geary, S. Roche, M. Curley, E. Hickey, I. Murphy, C. Murphy, P. O’Brien. Res all used: D. Buckley, S. Ryan, E. McGrath, S. O’Sullivan and K. Casey.

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The KCK u-12 team that competed at the All Ireland A Cross Country Championships in Abbotstown on Sunday, November 25th.

Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty handball club recently hosted a girls U-13 doubles blitz tournament in our 40x20 alley.

KCK U-12 girls team finish 10th in Friary Handball Club hosts girls the All-Ireland cross country A Blitz Tournament championships in Abbotstown KCK had a team of five athletes competing in the National A Cross country championships at the national sports arena in Abbotstown on Sunday, November 25th. Our U-12 girls team took to the line fresh from their club silver medal achievement in the Munster A championships in Beaufort, Co. Kerry recently. To come home from an All ireland A championship with a top 10 club finish is a great testament to this dedicated group of girls who would have between 90-100 training sessions each done since last March. Natural ability and a lot of hard work is the motto for this team. Abigail O’Regan, who is relatively new to cross country running ran an absolute stormer and led her team home in 27th place. To finish in the top 30 in an AllIreland A competition is a great achievement for her years hard work. She was also the 4th highest scoring member home for Munster. Next to cross the line in 78th

place was Caragh Queally. Another massive performance from the young girl from Castlequarter who only took up athletics a few months ago. Rebecca Walsh was our third team member home in 91st place and not far behind was her cousin Róisín Power who also finished inside the top 100. With over 170 girls finishing this race our girls did themselves and their club proud. Our 4 KCK girls scored 4 out of the top 5 Waterford placings. A great achievement. Looking back, these girls had a remarkable year with club silver in the Munster A championships, county bronze and individual Munster A medals for Abigail and Caragh. Caragh and Rebecca will also be representing KCK in the AllIreland U-13 championships in Navan later on in December. A few more weeks of training for these girls. Senan Devine, our only boy to qualify for today’s All Ireland was competing next in the boys U-12

2000m race. Running a year out of his age he took to the starting line with the other boys from Waterford to represent his county. He ran a great race to finish in 82nd place finishing in the top half of the table with 170 boys completing the race. This was a great performance from Senan who can look forward to representing his club at the uneven ages All-Ireland in Navan just before Christmas. Well done to Richie and his team for preparing the athletes so well for this All ireland competition. Next up for the club will be the Munster B Cross championships in Riverstick next Sunday, Dec. 2nd. We have a team of 24 athletes heading to these championships which is traditionally the heart and soul of our club. A lot of our athletes will taste Munster championships for the first time and best of luck to all of them. Training continues in Lemybrien from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

Finisk Valley AC

All-Ireland medal for Brian Scanlan ON the 25th of November the AllIreland Even ages Cross Country Championships took place in Abbotstown, Co. Dublin. Brian Scanlan was the only Finisk Valley athlete competing on the day. Brian has gone from strength to strength this season and he upped his game again on Sunday. Brian finished an impressive 31st position out of 166 in the Boys U-12 race; he was the first Waterford athlete home on the day and was the 4th Munster athlete to finish. The Munster team secured bronze medal. Brian has put huge amount of time and effort into his training this season and truly deserved to come with an All Ireland Bronze medal. Well done Brian on such an impressive performance. FINISK VALLEY DRAW Thanks so much for everyone who supported and gave sponsorship towards our Finisk Valley draw. This was the club first fundraiser and it was a huge success. The lucky winners are as follows 1st Prize- Sara Flavin (Flynn Hotel Voucher). 2nd Prize- Joe Fenton (Trailer Load of sticks and coal). 3rd Prize- Andrea Hally (Glamping Pods and River Activity). 4th Prize- Mulhall Family (Ormonde

Cafe Voucher). 5th Prize- Eddie Raicevic (€75 East Cork Oil voucher). 6th Prize- Peggy Reynolds (The Little Milk Company cheese hamper). 7th Prize- Olivia Coughlan (Kelly’s Pharmacy). 8th Prize- Lisa Fitzgerald (Just B

yoga). 9th Prize Heather McLaughlin (Wine & Chocolate). 10th Prize- Roisin Kiely (Whiskey). 11th Prize- Johnny Ware (Wine & Chocolate). 12th Prize- Rita Foley (Wine and Chocolate).

Scanlan Family at the All Ireland Cross Country Championships.

FRIARY / Abbeyside / Ballinacourty handball club recently hosted a girls U-13 doubles blitz tournament in our 40x20 alley. Over twenty competitors from clubs all over Munster made the trip. Our own

girls included Roisin Mackle, Eimear O’Neill, Shannon Conway, Saoirse Quinn, Emily Fahy and Sarah Fahy. Other clubs represented included Ballydesmond (Cork), Conna (Cork), Lahorna

(Tipperary) and Boherbue (Cork). Some fantastic matches were played in front of a capacity crowd. Well done to Breda Mackle for organising this very successful tournament.

Tenth Round of the Championship THE climax of the 2018 championship at Waterford Raceway was held on Sunday, 11th November in what was to turn out to be a very wet day. 60 drivers enthusiastically went through scrutiny in the dry but soon after practice started the heavy showers came to make driving conditions slippery, especially for some who are waiting for Santa to bring a set of wets (tyres). With conditions as they were, and with final placings in the championship still to be decided in many classes, it was a credit to all drivers that the quality of racing was so good with no major incidents to report. Class 1 saw a great battle between Arak Koneczky and Michael Baldwin over the 3 rounds of racing with Arak securing 3 wins but only by the narrowest of margins with Michael on his back bumper each time as the chequered flag was waved. Ben Hickey secured the final position on the podium for the day. Class 2 looked to be going Eddie Baldwin’s way after the first race, but Jason Ryan had other ideas, as he got to grips with the wet track and secured 2 race wins to finish the day ahead of Eddie and Michael Coughlan 3rd.

Ronan Waters made light of the conditions in class 3 to secure the raceday win, despite starting at the back of the grid for each race. Shaun Lonergan took 2nd on the power of a race win in round 3 with Pat Nolan 3rd after a consistent drive over the 3 races. Class 4 was very competitive as always with Kieran Cooney securing the bragging rights for the day, with Peadar Wall 2nd – after a few hairy moments in the spaceframed car and Alan Houlihan 3rd. Padraig Smiddy was the lone driver in class 5 on the day but he didn’t hold back as he joined with the class 4 cars. We had three visiting drivers out in class 6 on the day with Anthony Moran taking the honours ahead of Willie Martin and Wesley Martin. Hopefully they enjoyed the spin out and that we will see them again. Brian Weston made light of the wet surface to secure three wins in the stock class ahead of Anne McGuire and Stevie Slattery getting 3rd to achieve a first podium finish. There was a great battle all day in the adult 1B class between Willie

Heney and Liam Fitzgerald with the more experienced Willie just coming out on top in each race to take the top step on the podium with Liam 2nd and Darren Prince 3rd. Jack Hickey held off the challenge of Cian Deasy to win the modified class with Noel Deasy 3rd. Ted McGrath was driving very well all day to win the production junior class ahead of Aidan Heney and Ben Kenneally. The rookies had a grid of 10- the biggest of the day – and the class championship was still to be decided but, as mentioned earlier, the drivers were a credit to themselves and their parents/guardians. After some great racing it was Brian Scannell who came out on top with Ross Ryan 2nd and Liam Kiersey 3rd. The ladies class saw Anita Lonergan going best in the wet conditions to take maximum points over the 3 races with Katie Egan 2nd and Jamie Egan 3rd. The club would like to thank the raceday sponsor Scannell Motor Factors, the two photographers and race day marshals who braved the elements for the day and everyone else who helped to make it yet another successful day at Waterford Raceway.

Girls U-13 Relay Abbeyside Ballinacourty Community Games 2017. Abbeyside Ballinacourty Community Games Swimming County Finals. Entries are now due in for the Swimming County Finals to be held in January 2019. All entries must be into Yvonne 0871339012 before Thursday, 13th December. A list of all events and ages can be found on the Community Games Website. Please look these up, so you know what strokes are in each age group. We will also run relay swim offs for U-13 and U-16 Boys and Girls if we have enough.

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DUNGARVAN RUGBY CLUB Another great win on the road for Dungarvan First XV Dunmanway ………………… 10; Dungarvan ……………………57. DUNGARVAN were on the road again on Sunday, travelling to a competitive Dunmanway team. From the off Dungarvan were determined to make amends for their last away defeat v Mitchelstown and after a dominant start were rewarded with a try from centre Alan McMahon after thirteen minutes. From here the lads kicked on scoring twice in quick succession through Andy Carey and Daniel Slevin. However, Dungarvan leaked two soft tries before half time. A refocusing of the mind at halftime and Dungarvan never looked back, securing the bonus point one minute into the second half, through outhalf David Hickey. Dungarvan created dominance in the set piece and breakdown which provided great ball for the backs to play to their full potential. The team kicked on to score five more tries, Alan McMahon getting a hat-trick, Dave Hickey with two, Martin Houlihan, Andrew Carey, Shane Norris and Daniel Slevin all touching down. A great win on the road!! Dungarvan play a huge home game at 2.30 pm this Sunday, December 2nd v Ennis. We are hoping for great support in Ballyrandle on Sunday to help us beat a very tough Ennis Team. U-18's Dungarvan/Carrick ...........…21; Youghal ...............................… 19.

A hard fought win for captain Matthew O'Toole and his band of warriors on Saturday at Dungarvan RFC. They were out of the blocks like greyhounds racing into an early comfortable 21-0 lead after 20 minutes. Ronan Bohane orchestrating the play like the general he is. Perhaps the heady expectation of a long sought victory coupled with the use of all 23 players available on the day resulted in the remainder of the game being more of a trial than it should have been. This enthusiastic group of young men made the future for both clubs look a bit brighter this weekend. Training every Wednesday night at 7 pm at Dungarvan RFC and Friday nights at 7 pm at Carrick RFC. New players welcome! U-18's Squad: Keagan Beukes, Matthew O’Toole, Tomás Flavin, Henry Griffin, Ronan Foley, Tyrone Forester, Rian Anthony, Adam Power, Ronan Bohane, Jack O’Connell, Daniel Treen, Ryan O’Donoghue, Aaron O’Sullivan, Philip Coleman, James Daly, Eamon Joy, Ben Power, Conor Mullaney, James Bourke, Jack Boylan, Allen Shaw Hamilton, Cristoir Gerasch, Ciaran McDonald, Peter Keane, Tommy O’Hanlon, Ruairc Hanrahan, Luke Power, Ciaran Walsh, Arron O'Neill, Evan Tynan Geary. DUNGARVAN U-16's V CORK CONSTITUTION Our U-16's had another tough

day at the office on Saturday with the arrival of Cork Constitution for our second last league game of the campaign. Dungarvan, captained by Mark McCarthy in the absence of big David Hickey (County GAA Final), put in his fair share of tackles, along with a committed and dogged Dungarvan defence. To be straight up, we were defending for big passages of the game but on a few occasions we were agonisingly close to breaching the Cork Con line but for a little bit of "white line fever" or panic in simple language. We learned a lot about ourselves on Saturday, and how far we have come in both our defensive and attacking skills since the start of the season. Some players still have to step up and take responsibility for their own patch of ground when it comes to tackling and defence, but we continue to improve. Cork Con ran out deserving winners in the end. Our last big test in this section of the league is away to near neighbours Youghal next Saturday at 11 am kick-off. Bus leaves at 9.30 am. UPCOMING FIXTURES Saturday, 1st December U-16’s Munster Club Conference 6 | Youghal v Dungarvan | Kick-off 11 am U-18.5's Munster Club Conference 6 | Waterford City v Dungarvan/Carrick | K/O 11 am Sunday, 2nd December First XV League Match | Dungarvan V Ennis | K/O 2.30 pm

Dungarvan Hillwalking Club

Walkers sunning themselves on our recent C walk to Villierstown on Sunday, 18th November. Photo credit: Valentine Kenneally. UPCOMING WALKS On Sunday, 2nd December, our C walk is led by Margaret Curran and is a scenic flat walk in Glenpatrick. It leaves Scanlon’s Yard Carpark in Dungarvan at 12 noon. The B walk is to the Comeraghs and is led by Colm Humphreys. It leaves Scanlon’s Yard Carpark at 10 a.m. B WALK TO ISKA SULLAS Walk Report by Michael Daly The B walk on Sunday, 4th November was led by Richard Dykes. It was a great loop walk with views of Coumshingaun, Boola, Crotty’s Lake and even the

Black Bog. We returned via Iske Solas. It was a busy day on the hills, despite the wet conditions, as we met several other groups out and about. PLANS FOR CLUB HOLIDAYS AND WEEKEND AWAY Every year, the club offers a holiday abroad to its members and it’s currently considering its options for 2019. Croatia, Spain and the Lake District are in the mix. The club also offers a weekend away in Ireland to its members. Sligo is strongly favoured, but old favourites Leenane in Galway and Kerry are also being considered.

CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY Members of the club are more than welcome to join us for our Christmas party on Saturday, 8th December. This year, we are holding it in Merry’s Pub in Dungarvan and tickets cost €30 for a threecourse meal. If you like the sound of our holidays and weekends away, why not join our club. You can find out more by visiting www.dungarvanhillwalking.org. Or you can contact dungarvanhillwalking@gmail.com Remember, no walking boots, no walk.

ALL the groups were out on Sunday in dry conditions after a week of rain. The juniors successfully completed a very muddy course in the Munster cyclocross league. Preparations for our annual Christmas party are well underway, see below for details. Here's how the cyclists fared this week. SPIN REPORTS G5 departed with seven cyclists on a lovely cool winters day to be joined by 1 other along the bog road. The group made their way by kilmolash, Cappoquin to Lismore for the coffee stop. After a hot cuppa and usual banter, picture taken and a brief chat with G23 they made their way home by Cappoquin and Ballinameela. An enjoyable spin of 55k at 20 kph. G23k: The group headed in the direction of Lismore for the Sunday spin. After the short climb through the town and on reaching Hornibrook’s Garage, there was a stop to gather the troops. The group turned right and headed for Ballyduff turning right at the village and heading back to Lismore for coffee. On arriving at Lismore the group met with G5 keeping the seats warm for our arrival. Two groups from Fermoy and Rathcormac expressed their approval to the new winter gear commenting on the current design as being very good for the winter spins. The group then headed for home. Dis 70km avg 23kph. It was a games of numbers on the Group 4 spin. Eight were ready for the take off with one forced out due to the chain breaking so seven headed out the coast road into the cold easterly wind. Another cyclist just doing a short spin turned back early so we were down to six but then joined by a group 3 cyclist that was a little late for his spin so the numbers were back to seven again! A steady pace to Bunmahon and onto Kill straight through the crossroads heading for the N25 junction at Carroll’s Cross. Crossing the N25 and onwards towards Kilmacthomas the race was on for coffee with a fast decent and into the warmth of Kiersey's and the reward of cakes. There was festive atmosphere with Christmas songs although a little early for some it's only November after all! Everyone satisfied there were six heading back to Dungarvan via Mahon Bridge, Durrow and Ballinroad with only two completing the 75Km spin via the Military road with others rumbling about needing to get home and things to do! G3 had 13 out on a fine winter's morning. The wind yet again dictating a coast road spin. Off to Ballyvoile and across the 5 x roads to Kilmac being swifly overtaken by G2 as they began the long drag to Newtown. A brisk clip to Portlaw and Carrick. The cold air spurring the group onwards towards home with the wind in their favour. A lovely rolling winter's spin covering 85k at 27.5kph. DCC JUNIOR NEWS Last weekend some of our DCC youths attended a Munster Academy training camp in Kanturk. There were different training sessions organised for each age group with the under 12 age groups put through their paces on the newly refurbished out door cycling track. Thanks to Dan Curtin and all involved in the Munster Cycling

Cal Tutty and Eoghan Lattimore representing DCC at The Munster Cyclocross League Academy for running this event. DCC was represented by Kyle Walsh and Mark McGarry (U-16), Isobelle Gaffney, Sarah Gaffney (U-11), David Gaffney (U-12), Eoghan Lattimore. Youth members (Eoghan Lattimore and Cal Tutty) represented DCC by travelling to Drombane in Tipperary for round 6 of the Munster cyclocross league. It was a first time out on a cyclocross course for lads and although conditions were very tough, hilly, technical and very, very muddy the lads really enjoyed to challenge and the change from the road. Both of the lads were up an age for the first time under 14. Eoghan finished a fine 4th just outside the prizes and Cal finished 5th after falling into a mud bath!!

DUNGARVAN CYCLING CLUB IS VERY PROUD OF ITS EVENT SPONSORS We commence this week by thanking DNG Morrissey Properties and its director Michael Morrissey for ongoing financial support. DNG Morrissey Properties, based at 1 Meagher Street, Dungarvan, has sponsored our Kids' League for the last three summers, allowing us to encourage and support younger cyclists. Morrissey Properties has been in business in Dungarvan since 2005, and joined the Douglas Newman Good or DNG Nationwide network of franchise agents in 2013, offering customers a complete range of professional services relating to Estate Agency, covering a very broad base of residential sales and lettings, agricultural land sales, residential and commercial zoned land sales and commercial buildings sales and lettings. As our event sponsor, we ask that you support local by supporting DNG Morrissey Properties whenever you can. Tel: 058-51000. Website: www.morrisseyproperties.ie

The attached Child Safety Policy has been agreed upon by 20182019 committee at the November 2018 Meeting. It is our responsibility to bring it to your attention. http://dungarvancc.com/childsafety-policy/ UPDATE FROM THE CYCLING IRELAND AGM RE: MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL At our AGM on Saturday, 10th November it was announced that we are discontinuing the Anniversary Licence and reverting back to fixed expiry dates. For a number of reasons both administrative and financial we cannot revert back to the 31st of December fully in 2019 so there will be a transition period. So for 2019 the expiry date for Leisure Licences will be as follows: Members who renew between now and 28th February 2019 will be given an expiry date of 31st December 2019. Members who renew in the month of: March will be given an expiry date of 28th February, 2020 April will be given an expiry date of 31st March, 2020 May will be given an expiry date of 30th April, 2020 June will be given an expiry date of 31st May, 2020 July will be given an expiry date of 30th June, 2020 August will be given an expiry date of 31st July, 2020 September will be given an expiry date of 31st August, 2020 October will be given an expiry date of 30th September, 2020 During 2019, Clubs will continue to track renewing members through the year but in 2020 will only have to keep track of 9 renewal dates. Any new member registering in 2019 will be given an expiry date of the 31st December, 2019 regardless of when they register. We will be opening for 2019 licence renewals later this month. We hope you support these changes as there will be benefits to clubs and Cycling Ireland for the reintroduction of the calendar year licence. Best Regards, The Cycling Ireland Team OTHER NEWS The Christmas party on Friday, 7th December at The Anchor at 8.30 p.m. There will be music, a DJ, finger food and some fantastic spot prizes. It's worth the effort on a winters night.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 November, 2018

Talking Horses Bromhead and Mullins combine to win the mares’ auction maiden hurdle HENRY De Bromhead and David Mullins combined to win the mares’ auction maiden hurdle at Navan on Sunday with 11/4 chance Put The Kettle On for the One For Luck Racing Syndicate. The four-year-old made all the running and was always holding the late effort of Gypsy Island the even money favourite.

Rachael Blackmore rides her second winner RACHAEL Blackmore rode her second winner for Joseph O'Brien when partnering 9/2 chance Commandant to a four-length success in the 2m handicap hurdle.

Dr. Mikey and Donal McInerney winning from A Plus Tard and Rachael Blackmore in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Beginners Chase at Gowran Park. [Alain Barr]

Dr. Mikey lands beginners chase at Gowran Park STRADBALLY trainer Margaret Flynn was among the winners at Gowran Park on Saturday where Dr Mikey landed the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Beginners Chase of 21⁄2 miles.

The nine-year-old home bred was running over fences for the first time and made every yard to hold on by a neck under Donie McInerney at odds of 12/1 in the colours of the Santry Power Walsh Syndicate.

Crosse brothers land a double at Dundalk THE Crosse brothers Shane and Nathan were both among the winners at Dundalk on Friday night. Shane landed a double for trainer Joseph O'Brien as 13/8 favourite Too Precious scored a comfortable success in the 10f handicap and 5/4 favourite Equitant landed the apprentice handicap. In contrast, Nathan’s winner came in the shape of a 25/1 outsider as the Claire Cannon-trained Tomwontlisten took the second division of the 7f handicap.

Tomwontlisten and Nathan Crosse winners of the Christmas Party Nights At Dundalk Stadium Handicap (Div II) Dundalk Stadium. [Patrick McCann/Racing Post]

Vote now for 2018 Horse Upcoming Racing Ireland Ride of the Fixtures Year Award VOTING is now open for the 2018 Ride of the Year Award. The winner will be announced at the annual Horse Racing Ireland Awards on Tuesday, December 4th. Two of Ireland’s greatest jockeys, Johnny Murtagh and Ruby Walsh, have chosen six nominees and it’s up to racing fans to decide on the winner. Everyone can vote through goracing.ie. Johnny and Ruby's reasoning behind their shortlist, videos

of each nominated ride and the link to the dedicated voting webpage can be found on goracing.ie and all HRI social media channels. Voting will remain open until 12 noon on Sunday, December 2nd. The nominations for this new award are jockeys Colin Keane, Derek O’Connor, Kevin Manning, Davy Russell, Danny Sheehy and Paul Townend.

Punchestown - Wednesday, November 28 (First Race 12.25) Thurles - Thursday, November 29 (First Race 12.15) Limerick - Friday, November 30 (First Race 12.15) Dundalk - Friday, November 30 (First Race 6.00) Fairyhouse - Saturday, December 1 (First Race 12.15) Fairyhouse - Sunday, December 1 (First Race 12.35)

Shane Mulcahy after winning on Fleurys Fort at Thurles. [Patrick McCann/Racing Post]

Brilliant ride for Mulcahy on Fleurys Fort at Thurles TEMPLEMORE trainer Leslie Young teamed up with Lacken conditional rider Shane Mulcahy to win the 2m4f handicap hurdle with Fleurys Fort at Thurles on Thursday. Owned by Margaret Marshall, the eight-year-old only got up late on to deny the Anthony McCann-trained Authorative by halfa-length at odds of 16/1.