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A MAN who was arrested in connection with a Garda investigation into the death of a 36-year-old Dungarvan man with serious head injuries, has been released without charge. The 29-year-old man was arrested in West Waterford last Friday evening and detained for questioning by Gardaí in Dungarvan, under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act. He was released without charge on Sunday. Gardaí said their investigation is continuing and a file will be prepared for the DPP (Director of Public Prosecutions). Richard O’Leary, from Childers Estate, and Cois Trá, Dungarvan, was found unconscious with serious head injuries last St. Patrick’s night, into Sunday morning, 18th March, at T. F. Meagher Street, Dungarvan. He was taken to hospital in Clonmel and later transferred to Cork University Hospital, where he was put into a medicallyinduced coma, but tragically, he died last Friday morning. Following Requiem Mass at St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, last Tuesday morning, Richard’s remains were buried in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard. He is survived by his mother, Catherine; brother, David; sisters, Sandra, Wendy and Tina; extended family, relatives and friends.

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THERE are growing fears in the Nire Valley area that the Health Centre in Fourmilewater, Ballymacarbry could close and the services transferred to Clonmel because there is no full-time doctor and a lack of locum relief, writes Paul Mooney. The closure of the Health Centre could affect in excess of 1,200 people who use the service. It is the only Health Centre practice between Dungarvan and Clonmel and covers an area

of 200 square miles including the greater Ballymacarbry hinterland, as well people living in Coolnasmear, Kilgobinet, Colligan, Kilbrien, Modeligo, Ballinamult, Newcastle, Goatenbridge, Kilmanahan, Russelstown, Kilmacomma and the Nire Valley. However, the HSE denied there are any plans to close the Health Centre. FULL STORY PAGE 3

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Body identified as missing teenager A BODY found at the weekend in the River Suir, near Fiddown Bridge, Portlaw, has been identified as a teenager who was missing since St. Patrick’s Day. Elisha Gault (14) was last seen at Dillon Bridge, Carrick-onSuir at around 10.00 p.m. on 17th March, last. She was heading in the direction of the Carrickbeg area on the County Waterford side of Carrick-onSuir. Gardaí made a public appeal for assistance and a massive search operation took place. The search operation, which lasted eight days, involved the Coast Guard, Civil Defence, Carrick River Rescue,Waterford Marine Search and Rescue, Nenagh Search and Rescue,

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Easter Saturday cycle safety campaign on the Greenway Information stalls operating from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.

14-year-old Elisha Gault, who went missing on 17th March, last. Her body was found last Sunday. Mallow Search and Rescue, volunteers and other search agencies. The Coast Guard found Elisha’s body in the water last Sunday afternoon, approximately eight kilometres from where she was last seen alive. Gardaí confirmed the body found is that of Elisha Gault. Her remains were brought to University Hospital Waterford and her family were informed. Elisha was a pupil at Comeragh College and lived in the New Street area of Carrickon-Suir. Gardaí thanked all the volunteers and search agencies involved in the search and to the media in their coverage of the appeals for assistance.

A CYCLE safety campaign will be held along the Greenway this coming Easter Saturday, 31st March, to raise awareness of road safety for cyclists. The campaign, led by An Garda Síochána, will also feature information stalls at three points along the Greenway (Clonea Strand car park; the Old Station House at Kilmacthomas; and Carriganore, Waterford)

which will provide infor mation and advice to cyclists on road safety as well as crime prevention. Six Garda cyclists from Dungar van, Tramore and Wa t e r f o r d Garda Districts will also be on patrol along the

Greenway on the day, accompanied by the Garda Mounted Unit, as part of the awareness campaign. Sgt. Michael B o u r k e , Sergeant-inCharge at Dungarvan Garda Station, said the Information Stalls will be manned by Garda members, who will provide

advice about the importance of using lights on your bike, using helmets, and obeying the Rules of the Road. Hi-vis jackets will be available for cyclists in a bid to encourage their use while cycling, and a copy of the Greenway Code of Conduct will be available to users of the Greenway, which outlines safety advice and how to respect the amenity and all its users.

Dungarvan Country Markets open as usual on Good Friday DUNGARVAN Country Markets will be open as usual this coming Good Friday, 30th March at the Causeway Tennis and Bowling Club. There will be the usual mar-

ket stalls full of fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, potted plants, bedding plants, and cut flowers, along with fresh eggs, homemade jams, marmalades, honey, homemade cakes, buns and tarts

and bread, and handcrafts such as custom made cards for all occasions, crochet and much more, including some Easter theme treats. The Country Markets oper-

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Fears over future of Fourmilewater Health Centre FEARS are growing in the Nire Valley area that the Health Centre in Fourmilewater, Ballymacarbry could close in the coming weeks and the services transferred to Clonmel, affecting in excess of 1,200 people, because there is no full-time doctor and a scarcity of locum relief, writes Paul Mooney. However, a statement issued from the HSE denied they’ve any plans to close Fourmilewater Health Centre. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan raised concerns at the March meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council last Monday evening, saying that many people have approached him recently with worries about no full-time doctor at the Fourmilewater Health Centre and the possibility that services will either be reduced, or even closed and relocated to Clonmel. Cllr. O’Ryan pointed out that there is a public and private practice at Fourmilewater Health Centre with over 1,200 patients on the books. Cllr. O’Ryan said it is the only practice between Dungarvan and Clonmel, covering an area of 200 square miles, serving the greater Ballymacarbry hinterland as well people living in Coolnasmear, Kilgobinet, Colligan, Kilbrien, Modeligo, Ballinamult, Newcastle, Goatenbridge, Kilmanahan, Russelstown, Kilmacomma and the Nire Valley. “It is a modern Health Centre, only 12 years old. It is a very busy place and people hold the doctor and indeed the centre / service in high esteem.The building was constructed in 2006. Dr. David Janes took on the practice in 2009 when Dr. O’Donovan retired. In my time doctors based in Ballymacarbry were / are well spoken of,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “The practice has a doctor, two part-time nurses, two parttime secretaries and two public health nurses are also linked to the service. The staff has been working hard to cover Dr. Janes sick leave since last Autumn.This is increasingly difficult due to the scarcity of locums,” Cllr. O’Ryan pointed out. He said speculation is increasing that services at Fourmilewater Health Centre may be reduced and may require patients to travel to Clonmel. “It is now a week-to-week service and perhaps may become a day-to-day one until a solution is found. This goes much further than rural loss, which we often talk about in this chamber – it is a matter of life and death,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He said reduced services, or even closure of the Health Centre, “is not only unacceptable, but would put increased pressure and stress on rural patients”.

“Many practices in more urban areas have waiting lists and people have telephoned those practices and been told that very fact. Patients would have to build up a new relationship with a new medic, if they could locate someone to accept them (and that’s a big if in the current climate),” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “Up until October 2017, there were five morning surgeries and five evening surgeries per week [at Fourmilewater Health Centre]. I believe that there is a proposal with the HSE to reduce this substantially with some off site,” Cllr. O’Ryan continued. “However, this massive catchment area needs a doctor and a service such as before. i.e. in a full time permanent capacity. Retaining the status quo of preOctober 2017 is my wish and the wish of my constituents in Comeragh. “Fourmilewater Surgery was closely linked to Seskinane surgery in Touraneena but this unfortunately closed some years back due to lack of broadband capability. This greatly hindered those living in that catchment area. A scaled back Fourmilewater service would greatly compound the problem. “ Cllr. O’Ryan said he is working with Waterford Fianna Fáil TD, Deputy Mary Butler on the issue. “We are seeking answers and hopefully solutions,” he said. Cllr. O’Ryan asked the Council to write to the HSE seeking answers and “a speedy resolution to this unacceptable situation”. Cllr. O’Ryan said he wished Dr. Janes well in his recovery. “He is my own doctor and I believe him to be a very good medical professional,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “He is hoping to come back at reduced hours. However, this massive catchment area needs a doctor and a service such as before, i.e. in a full-time permanent capacity. Dr. Janes is trying his best to get cover, but if we go down to half services, there is only one way after that - and that is lose the service,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Council, Cllr. Seanie Power, said the threatened loss of the Health Centre “is another sad reflection of rural Ireland”. “It is another place closing down with many other things like our post offices and Garda stations,” he said. “Dr. Janes is well respected in the area and through no fault of his own, this is happening. It will be a huge loss to the area and means elderly people having to try and find transport to Clonmel or Dungarvan, which is not easy when you are living in rural Ireland.”

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Cllr. John O’Leary voiced his support for Cllr. O’Ryan’s call for answers from the HSE. “When these services go, they go - I’ve seen it when Bonmahon and Kilmeaden lost their Health Centres,” he said. “It leaves a vacuum in the community. And the community is always poorer for the closure. “It means people will have to travel and they can be discommoded, particularly the elderly.” Cllr. Ray Murphy expressed concern that the Health Centre in Fourmilewater went from five surgeries in the morning and evenings to practically nothing now. “The problem is exacerbated by the fact that there isn’t a surgery in Touraneena, so all the other nearby rural areas are suffering as well,” he said. “They’ve come to rely on Fourmilewater, so there is more of a demand than there was in 2017.” He said he hoped the HSE would come back with confirmation as to how they will address the issue, “because not being able to maintain the services which were there in 2017 is just not acceptable”. Cllr. Liam Brazil concurred with his Council colleagues, saying this was a very serious and important issue for the people of the Nire Valley, Ballymacarbry, and Touraneena areas. “It is a very big rural part of the Comeragh area and there is no bus service, no taxis or other public transport services,” he said. “It is very important for these people to have a local service close to their home,” Cllr. Brazil said. He said rural patients going into towns like Dungarvan and Clonmel are “forgotten strangers” whereas they would be better known in their own local surgeries. “I compliment Cllr. O’Ryan for raising this issue and hope he will get a successful answer to it, because I can see loss of services happening in rural parts of County Waterford and every service helps to keep the community together and there is nothing more important in the community than the local doctor,” Cllr. Brazil added. Meetings Administrator, Honor Dunphy, confirmed a letter would be issued from the Council to the HSE. Meanwhile, a short statement issued to this newspaper from the HSE stated: “The HSE’s South East Community Healthcare Services has no plans to close the Health Centre at Fourmilewater, County Waterford”.

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Strong response from REA New York Property Show “Spiralling education costs in America compared to Ireland was a constant topic of conversation with potential buyers. As children grow towards college age, parents in the US may be facing with potential costs of $70,000 per annum and even secondary education costs of $15,000 per annum.” “The average house price in the US in January, 2018 was $382,700 (€311,324), compared to our REA Average National House survey of $277,697

REA Spratt as part of the REA Property Group attended their third US Property Show in New York on 8th March last. We particularly have noticed a significant increase in US enquiries year on year and this was the reason for our third consecutive trip to the US to focus on this growing Market. During our time in New York, we met with many pre-registered buyers, buyer agents and investors residing in the greater New York area. According to Eamonn Spratt, “We also met many young Irish people who were returning home to work by reason of job opportunities now in the IT, Construction and the Pharmaceutical Sectors”. “In addition, we met a number of parties interested in investment and holiday homes, and from siblings looking to group together to buy a property at home in Co. Waterford”. A further grouping of the attendees were Irish people in their 50s who are enquiring about returning home due to the high cost of education.

(€225,806) for quarter four, 2017, so there is obvious value for American buyers in Ireland”. In 2018, REA Spratt are celebrating 80 years in business. The Spratt family have noticed over the years that the property business continues to evolve and the US Market cannot be ignored. If you are thinking of selling and want the widest exposure for your property contact REA Spratt on 058/42211 for a pre market appraisal.

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Easter Sunday Charity Cycle to raise awareness around mental health and suicide AWARENESS around mental health and suicide will be promoted as part of a 50 km charity cycle to take place in midCounty Waterford this coming Easter Sunday, 1st April. As readers read this article, there are two people somewhere who are considering taking their own life by suicide and by tomorrow, they will be dead - that is a harsh fact in today’s society and something Cllr. Liam Brazil has been trying highlight over the last number of years. He points out that for every three reported suicides, there is one which goes unreported or undetermined, meaning there is anything up to 750 people a year who take their own life by suicide - nearly four times the number of people who are killed on the roads. There were 159 deaths on our roads in 2017, according to the RSA. The Easter Charity Cycle, which will start in Lemybrien and goes through

Kilmacthomas, Kilmeaden, Kill, Bonmahon and Durrow, before returning to the start, is now in its fourth year and as well as raising awareness about mental health and suicide, it is also a fundraiser for the charity Suicide or Survive. It is organised by Cllr. Brazil and over the last four years, it has raised in excess of €25,000. The cycle will start at 10.00 a.m. (registration at 9.00 a.m.) in Lemybrien, with an entry fee of €20 (all donations welcome). All proceeds raised on the day will go directly to providing mental health workshops in County Waterford which are delivered by Suicide or Survive. “This event is all about creating awareness around mental health and suicide in the countryside where there can be a lot of rural isolation. It is important to let people know there is help out there,” Cllr. Brazil said recently. However, he pointed out that mental health issues don’t only

Organiser of the Easter Sunday Charity Cycle, Cllr. Liam Brazil. affect people living in isolated areas, but people also living in heavily populated urban areas. “There are people living in Waterford City and Dungarvan who are affected by mental health issues and they are isolated and feeling lonely,” Cllr. Brazil said. Those interested in entering the charity cycle can register online at https://tinyurl.com/LBrazil50k cycle or by contacting Cllr. Brazil on 087-2119203.

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A MAN who with a Garda in connection the death investigation intoDungarvan of a 36-year-old head man with serious released injuries, has been without charge. man was The 29-year-old Waterford last arrested in West and detained Friday evening by Gardaí in for questioning Section 4 Dungarvan, under Justice Act. of the Criminal without He was released charge on Sunday. invesGardaí said their and a tigation is continuingfor the file will be prepared of Public DPP (Director Prosecutions). from Richard O’Leary, Cois Trá, and Childers Estate, found Dungarvan, was serious unconscious withSt. Patrick’s head injuries last morning, night, into SundayF. Meagher T. 18th March, at He was Street, Dungarvan.in Clonmel taken to hospital to Cork and later transferred where he University Hospital, medicallywas put into a but tragically, induced coma, morning. Friday he died last Mass Following Requiem Church, at St. Mary’s Parish Tuesday Dungarvan, last remains morning, Richard’sMary’s Old St. were buried in is survived Churchyard. He Catherine; by his mother, sisters, Sandra, brother, David; extended Wendy and Tina; friends. and family, relatives

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WEDNESDAY will be a cold and showery day with sunny spells but also with hail or sleet showers. Top temperatures of 7 to 8 degrees in moderate to fresh westerly winds backing southwesterly later. Forecast for Thursday/Friday – Cold both days with occasional rain and hail showers, some possibly prolonged at times. Winds generally light and variable on Thursday becoming light to moderate northeasterly on Friday. Afternoon temperatures of about 8 degrees Celsius and the nights will be cold with temperatures falling to 1 or 2 degrees and some frost inland. Forecast for Saturday/Sunday – Indications suggest cool, bright weather on Saturday and Sunday, with sunny spells and well scattered showers though there could be some rain moving in later in the day. Afternoon highs of around 9 or 10 degrees Celsius in mostly northerly breezes on Saturday and light variable on Sunday. Some frosts inland especially Saturday night. Outlook (Monday/Wednesday) – Cool with some rain for a time on Monday, but drier periods developing later in the day in afternoon temperatures of around 8 degrees Celsius. Heavier rain will develop on Tuesday in easterly winds with brighter more showery conditions on Wednesday and temperature rising to 11 or 12 degrees on Wednesday.

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Council ‘does have authority to access private land’ over animal welfare concerns By Christy Parker A CONCERNED resident in Abbeyside, Dungarvan, says Waterford Council is mistaken in its view that Council officials cannot enter an area where an animal whose welfare is of concern is located, without prior permission from the landowner. Valerie Power, who runs a grooming practice in the area, was responding to observations made by Waterford Council’s Environment Officer Ray Moloney at March’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting. The officer said that while the local authority could legally impound horses in a public place or on council land, it could not do so from private property. Mr. Moloney was speaking during a discussion on horses purporting to belong to members of the Travelling community. It was alleged that horses were being placed on unoccupied, private land and thereafter not being properly looked after. Locals had become particularly concerned by the virtual absence of shelter during the

very cold weather, during which volunteers fed the animals out of concern for their wellbeing. ANIMAL WELFARE ACT Ms. Power says the Animal Welfare Act of 2013 gives authority to the county manager to nominate someone to enter land without the permission of the owner where there are animal welfare concerns. The section of the Act in question as referred is Section (37) (2) and reads: “The manager of a local authority for the purposes of enforcing this Act in the functional area of the authority, or other authority in accordance with subsection (6)(b), may, appoint in writing, such officers of the authority as he or she considers appropriate to be authorised officers for the exercise of all or any of the functions conferred on an authorised officer under this Act in the functional area of the authority, or other authority in accordance with subsection (6)(b) , specified in the appointment.” The section can be located at www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/201

3/act/15, whereby various authorised powers intended for the pursuit of animal welfare by such appointed authorities are outlined.These include seizing of animals in certain circumstances. Elaborating on her point, Ms. Power says that as well as the county manager being permitted to appoint an authorised officer locally, Department of Agriculture vets are authorised to intervene, as are the ISPCA and Gardaí. The businesswoman says “they may not enter a private dwelling, such as a house, without a warrant, but they can enter a field, they can inspect the animals in a field regardless of who owns it and they can remove an animal from that field, regardless of who owns it and without the owner’s permission. Ms Power stresses that she personally has no issue with where horses are kept as long as they are properly treated and not endangered. She believes that would be the view of most locals. “But there is a huge amount of local concern about the welfare of these horses”, she states, adding that “during the

Council working on business plan for Mount Congreve WATERFORD Council executives are working on a business plan for Mount Congreve, following the recent take over of the world renowned gardens by the local authority. Michael Walsh, Chief Executive Officer of Waterford Council, told the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council that they are working on a business plan which will be developed over the next couple of months.

He said it was the intention to have the Trustees in place in the next four to five weeks, along with an advisory board, and to bring the business plans to a future Council meeting for discussion. The Mount Congreve Estate was officially handed over to Waterford Council earlier in the year. The Council will receive an annual grant of €250,000 from the OPW for the next seven years.

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Duck race and sea safety at West Waterford FoodFest The Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent is pictured with Kieran Brady, Director of Funding & Advocacy, Pieta House, Marie Peelo, Deputy Director, Funding & Advocacy, Pieta House, Des Purcell, Chairperson, Waterford Darkness Into Light committee and Kevin Ryan from sponsors, Electric Ireland. The fundraising event for Pieta House will take place on Saturday, 12th May at 4.15 a.m. in Waterford City, Dungarvan and Carrick-on-Suir. [Noel Browne]

Councillor surprised at Fianna Fáil response over internal investigation request A WATERFORD Councillor has said she is “very surprised” by the tone and tenor of a response read out by Fianna Fáil at the previous month's Council meeting in relation to her request for the party to carry out an internal investigation into which of its members may have known about the Bill Kenneally child abuse. “I think it is very surprising in light of what those men told us, that Fianna Fáil have not sought or started any internal process to satisfy themselves that the name of their own party has not been brought into disrepute by any current or former members and I would ask them to review that decision,” said Cllr. Roche at the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. At the previous month's meeting, Cllr. Adam Wyse read out the short statement from the party, which stated: “I can confirm to you that Fianna Fáil, as a voluntary organisation, does not have any statutory powers to investigate anyone in relation to issues with a possible criminal component”. “If Fianna Fáil were to make a judgement against anyone it could prejudice any future trial and thereby deny the survivors the fullest extent of justice to which they are entitled.We stand firm with the survivors desired path forward, the creation of an

independent Commission of Investigation as it will possess the autonomy and powers required to hopefully satisfactorily resolve this issue”. At the March Council meeting, Cllr. Roche said it was a very serious issue of child abuse “and it is alleged by those men and said in open court that members of the Fianna Fáil party were aware [of the child abuse] and yet Fianna Fáil have not deemed it feasible or worthy of having some sort of internal investigation,” Cllr. Roche said. “The statement also said Fianna Fáil is a voluntary organisation, which I refute entirely – it is a professional, fully funded (by this State) political party. If this happened in the church, they would be required to have an internal investigation and Fianna Fáil cannot absolve themselves of that responsibility. “If they are going to go with saying 'nobody knew' then they need to have done the ground work to prove to themselves and satisfy themselves that, in fact, nobody knew, and if somebody did know, they should face sanctions from within the party. “No-one is asking Fianna Fáil to carry out a criminal or statutory investigation. I would ask them to look at it again,” Cllr. Roche said. Cllr. Roche also asked if there was any response from Justice

Minister, Charlie Flanagan, in relation to a query about setting up a Commission of Inquiry for the victims of convicted paedophile, Bill Kenneally, and the publishing of recent advice given to Minister Flanagan by the Attorney General? Ms. Dunphy confirmed that letter also issued to Minister Flanagan but no reply has been received yet. Cllr. Adam Wyse replied that he had the utmost respect for the victims and understood the frustrations they are feeling, but said he felt there would be any advantage if Fianna Fáil were to investigate themselves. “I don't feel it would be appropriate. I feel there would need to be concrete proof. This needs to be investigated at a public inquiry. There needs to be an independent inquiry and it needs to be looked at by experts and professionals so the victims can get proper justice and not something that will be thrown out of court on a technicality,” Cllr. Wyse said. “I think this is the only way we will get real answers and real movement on this and there is only one person who can give that opportunity – this is bigger than Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil and the Minister is there to do the right thing for the people – and in his position he should grant this inquiry.

“Minister Charlie Flanagan needs to respond to the request of this Council. Everyone in this Chamber is very passionate about this issue and everyone wants the victims to get justice they fully deserve and that won't happen unless the Minister wakes up and sees how important this is and that it can go ahead without legal advice that they sometimes try to hide behind.” Cllr. Wyse said the need for legal advice is something that is so frustrating. “The minister needs to take another look at this and get the inquiry going ahead as soon as possible, so that whatever is going on is uncovered and the victims can move on with their lives – that is the only way this issue will move forward, rather than going back and forth around this Council Chamber for the next few years,” Cllr. Wyse added. Cllr. Declan Clune said Waterford Council has passed two Notices of Motion in relation to this issue over the last few months. He noted that Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, was due to visit Waterford and asked the Fine Gael Councillors to raise the matter with him. Mayor Pat Nugent assured Cllr. Clune that the matter would be raised with the Taoiseach during his visit to Waterford.

SIX hundred and sixty-three excited little ducks are preparing to race in Davitt’s Quay at 3.00 p.m. on Saturday, April 21st at West Waterford FoodFest in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station. “There are prizes for big and small ducks” said RNLI Fundraising Branch Member RoseAnn Foley. “Each duck costs €3 or two for €5 and they can be bought at local businesses and from the RNLI stall near Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) at the festival”. Austin Flynn, Hon. Community Safety Officer with Helvick Lifeboat will conduct a free lifejacket clinic between 1.00 p.m. 3.00 p.m. at the RNLI stall by DHSC also. “Bring your jacket along for advice on the importance of choice, fit and maintenance. A lifejacket will buy you vital time in the water and could save your life, but only if you’re wearing it” said Austin. See us on Facebook: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Info: rnlihelvick@gmail.com Phone: 086-6094563

Lucky prizewinners with Stormy Stan at the RNLI Duck Race at West Waterford Festival of Food in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan 2017. [Anne McCarthy]

Councillor hopes for increase of women on council A WATERFORD Councillor has praised the women who work on the Council Executive and elected representatives for all their work and said he hopes there will be more women on the Council over the next five years. Cllr. Jim Griffin was commenting at the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, which also happened to

be held on the same day as International Women's Day 2018. “I congratulate the Councillors we have as women and those on the Executive,” said Cllr. Griffin. “And I hope that over the next five years the Council will take a serious look at how we can get extra women on the Council and on the Executive,” he said.

This year's International Women's Day was based around the theme #PressforProgress – a strong call to motivate and unite people to think, act and be gender inclusive and work towards gender parity. On behalf of all the women in the Chamber, Cllr. Mary Roche expressed thanks to Cllr. Griffin for his comments and highlighting International Women's Day.

RoseAnn Foley and Stormy Stan with a lucky prizewinner at the RNLI Duck Race at West Waterford Festival of Food in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan 2017. [Anne McCarthy]

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No Government response yet to Council’s query on Cardiac care review THERE has been no response from the government in relation to a letter sent by Waterford Council seeking details about a review of cardiac services in the South East.. Cllr. Mary Roche asked if there has been any response to the letter, which was sent to the Minister for Health, Simon Harris in rela-

tion to a national and regional review of 24/7 cardiac care services. Meetings Administrator, Honor Dunphy confirmed the letter issued but there has been no reply yet. Meanwhile, Cllr. Roche asked if an invitation has been extended to Consultant, Dr.

Paddy Owens, in relation to a proposed presentation to the Council about cardiac services at University Hospital Waterford. Ms. Dunphy said she was in contact with Dr. Owens' office and she is waiting for them to reply back to her with a date which suits Dr. Owens' diary.

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Small rise in planning applications for February By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council received 84 planning applications countywide in February 2018, a rise of just two over the same period in 2017. Of these, 22 applications were received from the DungarvanLismore municipal district, a fall of five for the equivalent month in the previous year. The total number of planning applications for the district to the start of March was 43 – or 30% of the county’s total of 143. The Comeragh district has received 38 applications so far in 2018, with 62 submitted to the Metropolitan area. Pre-planning applications for each district to Feb 26th were: Dungarvan-Lismore 32; Comeragh 19 and Metropolitan 42 making a total of 93. GRANT APPLICATIONS In other planning matters the council received 30 applications for grant aid under the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht’s €104,000 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS). Of these, 17 applications qualified for a share of the fund. Details have been forwarded to the Department with a final list of those approved anticipated shortly. Furthermore five applications were received for ‘draw down’ funding from the Department under the Structures at Risk Fund (SRF). These too have been forwarded to the Department for consideration. Notification of successful applicants is imminent.

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By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council received 15 housing application in the Dungarvan-Lismore electoral area through February, a decrease of five over the same period in 2017. It brought the accumulative number of applications for 2018 to 25. Just three houses have been allocated in the district so far this year. The Council’s housing stock for the district currently stands at 978. In terms of repairs, three have been competed this year, work has commence don a further six and eight are at the survey/tender stage. Of 161 housing maintenance requests received this year 103 have so far been resolved. HOUSING SCHEMES IN PROGRESS The Council’s current capital schemes projects looks as follows: Tallow Alms Houses: four units, under construction. Cappoquin: four units completed. Dungarvan Ballinroad: 20 units at tender stage. Kilrush: 39 houses under construction. Shandon: Eight units under construction APPROVED HOUSING BODY PROJECTS Following planning grant, construction of 20 co-operative housing units in Shandon will resume construction in the first quarter 2018.

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Waterford Restaurants and Chefs honoured at prestigious Irish Restaurant Awards 2018

THE second of four regional finals in this year’s Irish Restaurant Awards took place in the Radisson Blu, Little Island, Cork, where 91 awards were presented to the country’s leading chefs, restaurants and pubs.

Over 500 people attended the Munster Regional Final on Wednesday evening, 21st March, where the top establishments in each county were named. The awards covered a wide range of venues and the winners

from each of Munster’s six counties were selected from the following categories: Best Casual Dining, Best Emerging Irish Cuisine, Best Kids Size Me, Best ‘Free From’, Best World Cuisine, Best Restaurant Manager, Best Wine Experience, Pub of the Year, Best Café, Best Customer Service, Best Gastro Pub, Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant, Best Newcomer, Best Chef and Best Restaurant.There was also a special Regional award for Munster’s Local Food Hero. Speaking at the awards, Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland (RAI) said:“Now in their tenth year, the Irish Restaurant Awards continue to showcase the

exquisite and admirable calibre of food available in our restaurants and pubs nationwide. Online nominations have increased from 9,000 in 2013 to over 80,000 this year and with the increase in interest comes an increase in standards, making the judging process more difficult than ever. “Our small island boasts everything from fine dining to high quality gastro pubs, from the exotic taste explosions of world cuisine to the comfort of traditional dishes. We have an appreciation for what we eat, for the journey of our food from farm to fork, and for the dedication of those working in the food industry to serve up Ireland’s finest food.”

WATERFORD WINNERS ARE AS FOLLOWS • Best Casual Dining sponsored by San Pellegrino Bodega • Best Emerging Irish Cuisine sponsored by Odaios Foods - Momo Restaurant • Best Kids Size Me sponsored by Dubliner Cheese GROW HQ Café and Food Education Centre • Best 'Free From' sponsored by Peroni Nastro Azzurro Gluten Free - Nutrilicious Food Co • Best World Cuisine sponsored by Aryzta - Cafe Goa • Best Restaurant Manager sponsored by AIB Merchant Services - Antonio Clemente of Waterford Castle & Golf Resort • Best Wine Experience sponsored by Classic Drinks Waterford Castle • Pub of the Year sponsored by Bushmills - J. & K. Walsh Victorian Spirit Grocer • Best Café sponsored by Illy - Cass & Co. • Best Customer Service - Bianconi Restaurant at The Granville Hotel • Best Gastro Pub sponsored by Coca Cola & Schweppes - Moorings • Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant sponsored by BWG Foodservice - The Roseville Rooms at Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club • Best Newcomer sponsored by Elavon - Lagoon Seafood Fusion Restaurant • Best Chef sponsored by Nisbets - Sam Burfield at The Tannery Restaurant • Best Restaurant sponsored by Tindal Wines - The Bay Tree Bistro

Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant sponsored by BWG Foodservice - The Roseville Rooms at Faithlegg House Hotel & Golf Club

Best Gastro Pub sponsored by Coca Cola & Schweppes - The Moorings

Best Café sponsored by Illy - Cass & Co. Pictured are Liam Edwards, President of the Restaurants Assocation of Ireland, Ciara McCluskey, Stephen Cass, Colleen Ferncombe and Karen Crotty of Cass & Co, and Michael Ingle, Illy Coffee, who sponsored the award.

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No improvement in sluggish health service THE continuing disinterest of the Government in tackling the health crisis in this country continues to manifest itself in growing lists of people waiting for essential treatment for serious illness. The days of austerity are well in the past, yet the health service continues in a depressed state, failing to deliver the kind of service with the Irish public needs. A recent notification to a patient of a medical appointment in 2024 is indicative of the crisis in which the health service continues to wallow, a scandal which is perpetrated on the Irish people each day. There seems to be an official policy of disdain for sick people who cannot look forward in confidence to a bed in hospital when they need it, unless, of course, they have expensive private cover to provide it. Closed wards remain unavailable to patients suffering from a variety of illnesses and the refusal of the Government, through its agent, the HSE, to hire sufficient nurses and other essential medical personnel to open those wards, is nothing less than a scandal. While a sequence of Ministers rejoice in the increase of population, the return of emigrants, the growing number of people at work paying taxes, little or none of this extra, certainly not enough, is channelled into the health service to deal with the essential care of a suffering public. To make matters worse and to rub salt into the wounds of the long-suffering occupants of the waiting lists, it emerged last week that he HSE employed vastly more administrators than they did nurses and doctors. While the number of patients on trolleys continues to increase, there is no parallel increase in the number of nurses and other staff to look after them. Neither are there open wards to receive them. Consequently, patients of eighty and ninety years of age seem to have no better than a trolley to occupy when they go to hospital and, to our shame, this is where some patients breathe their last, without the dignity or privacy of a bed in a ward. What a dreadful indictment of our ‘caring society’ with

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the Government seemingly more interested in ploughing more of their own resources, time and financial, in boosting their egos and getting an abortion act passed and the abolition of a Constitutional provision to accommodate it. Once more, a docile public lies down and takes this treatment, content to relax while health professionals of every rank stretch themselves to the limit to cope with the crisis and deliver proper medical care in accordance with their oath. They, and the suffering public, deserve better than that and may well point it out at the next General Election.

Happy Easter to all AS we work our way through the season of personal austerity, Holy Week and Easter Sunday, we look back on the seven weeks of Lent and the kind of weather which could not be called seasonal. With two major snow events in the last few weeks, each of them severe, but mercifully short, we pine for some concrete evidence of the mellow Spring which should have arrived by now. We have long since passed the First of February, the calendar commencement of Spring, St. Patrick’s Day, a date allocated by Fr. Luke Wadding to be in the middle of Spring and last week’s Spring Equinox, which should really be the starting point for more seasonal weather suitable for growing our plants. While it is still too early to say, the Met people are not promising anything spectacular for Easter Weekend, so do not pack away Winter woollies just yet.

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With children already on their holidays from school, they – and their parents – will wish for the kind of weather which will see them able to play outdoors after a long period of confinement inside. We look forward to an enjoyable and fulfilling Easter for everyone; happiness at home and safety on the roads for all who need to travel. A very Happy Easter to all our readers.

A step closer to a Referendum IS it not a sad state of affairs that many Irish people do not trust their politicians in the matter of the proposal to remove the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution to allow for abortion in this country. This is one of the obstacles which pro-choice activists and the Government itself, must overcome if their pro-abortion proposal is to be successful and that may prove a difficult task. While the country does not yet know the full detail of the legislation which will be finally passed by the Oireachtas, the proposals were published this week. There is no doubt that through this unusual course of second-guessing the result of a Referendum which has yet to be called, the Government is trying to declare its hand early and head off as many objections as possible. One of the main planks in this strategy as proposed by the Tánaiste, is to build into legislation the necessity for a two-thirds majority for any future change in abortion legislation. This will satisfy many, but there is probably a sizeable segment of the population which has so deep a distrust of political proposals and how they can be changed with the prevailing wind of public opinion, or worse at the behest of a robust, sometimes unrepresentative minority, as not to believe anything. Many people fear that the initial proposals and legislation will be only the thin end of the wedge, not knowing what the political make-up of any future Dáil may be, or what political pressures or inducements could be brought to bear. There is much discussion left in this proposal before arriving for decision before the people, probably in late May. The debate so far has been unusually restrained, let us hope it can continue to be conducted in an orderly fashion befitting such a momentous proposal.

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Councillor wants ‘unfair’ criteria for LIS changed A WATERFORD Councillor has said it is time the criteria was changed for the Local Improvement Scheme, which he described as “most unfair”. Cllr. Davy Daniels told the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council that there appears to be a lot of conditions and restrictions in place for a local road to qualify for funding under the Local Improvement Scheme.

“It is most unfair,” he said. “If there is one farmer or landowner up a road / lane, then they don't qualify unless there are two farmers / landowners. If there are two houses on a road, they won't qualify unless there are five or six houses on that road,” Cllr. Daniels pointed out. “If you harvest turf or seaweed, then your road will qualify. Can we propose any amendments to

Local contractors unhappy about changes to Council’s procurement practices CHANGES in the procurement practices at Waterford Council in relation to tendering for contract work has caused a lot of distress amongst local contractors, the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council was told. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan was speaking about the changes which means that larger, multimillion euro construction firms can compete with smaller, local contractors for Council work locally, such as the repair of local authority houses. Cllr. Whelan acknowledged that Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, extended a tender deadline recently, to allow a group of

local builders to come together to submit a joint tender, and, therefore, be able to compete with the larger companies. “They are still unhappy that the tenders process was opened up nationally,” Cllr. Whelan told the meeting. There are fears that smaller, local contractors will be priced out of work by larger construction companies, which would also have a devastating impact on the local economy. Cllr. John Hearne also expressed thanks to Mr. Grimes for extending the tender deadline for the local contractors. “It was very much appreciated,” Cllr. Hearne said.

these criteria?” he asked. Mayor Pat Nugent commented that “those conditions have always been there”. But Cllr. Daniels replied: “I feel we should try and propose amendments”. “It's time they were changed,” he added. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the criteria for LIS is set nationally.

He pointed out that another part of the criteria in the LIS are that the roads are available for public use. “So, the grant is not for individual or private driveways, or farm entrances or whatever,” Mr. Galvin said. “So, there has to be some criteria – that two or more farmers or local residents live along the road.”

‘Brexit’ a storm coming down the tracks for Waterford warns Hearne THE exit of Britain from the European Union is a “storm coming down the tracks” for Waterford, Cllr. John Hearne warned at the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Termed 'Brexit', the people of Britain voted in favour of a British exit from the EU in a referendum in June, 2016. The vote was overwhelmingly carried

in England, where a majority voted in favour of leaving the EU, whereas in other areas, such as Scotland, a majority voted to remain, and similarly in Northern Ireland, where there was a majority who voted to remain.The English vote to leave the EU carried the overall result to leave. “Have we had any communication with the government on 'Brexit'?” Cllr. Hearne asked the Council meeting.

“I think it is a storm coming down the tracks [for Waterford] and we won't see it until it happens. There will be massive implications for the country.” Michael Walsh, Chief Executive Officer of Waterford Council said there have been different arms of the State communicating in terms of Brexit. “There are different elements, different equations and different departments doing different things,” Mr. Walsh said.

“We've had engagements, such as with LEO on the development side of things to try and engage with companies who are trading into Britain.” He said the Council is not overly involved directly, but there is a good bit of work being done, primarily in the whole trade area, along with Enterprise Ireland, IDA, and others. “There is definitely a lot of work going on, on the ground,” Mr. Walsh said.

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Dog-foul owners also using bins for domestic rubbish! By Christy Parker INDIVIDUALS who allow dog fouling to go uncorrected often compound the offence by simultaneously “bringing household waste in a nice little package under their arms and shoving it into Council bins”, according to Waterford Cllr. James Tobin. The councillor told March’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting that he had personally witnessed such occasions and would hazard to guess that 50% of deposits in public bins contained household material. “In Summer, the crows will be picking it out and spreading it around”, he predicted. Earlier Cllr. John Pratt had reflected that council and community-led anti-litter campaigns would shortly be underway and that he was “more than prepared to be involved.”

He also advocated that CCTV be used to combat littering, while suggesting that current discussions on the scourge was at least making people more aware that it was not acceptable. Cllr. Pratt said he had never heard of any inspectors checking estates in his area for proof of waste disposal measures. “Fair dues if someone is sharing with someone else but there are certain places in every community where there is no bin service going in and out”, he said.“People need to be able to show evidence.” Environment officer Ray Moloney said the national spring clean initiative would run through April. He invited industries, schools, resident associations, etc. that might be keen to participate to register on the national spring cleaning website (www.nationalspringclean.org)

and promised council support for those requesting it. DIRTY DAYS PAST Cllr. Declan Doocey recalled that in past times every town had two thirds more bins than nowadays for litter, such as chewing gums, cigarette boxes, wrappers, etc. They were removed because people were filling them with domestic rubbish. “Now they want them back” he noted, “but I’m fearful they will be used for domestic rubbish again.” Cllr. Damien Geoghegan noted that a local newspaper recently reprinted a feature on roadside litter in 1988. “It could have been written today!”, he sighed. Despite there being free rubbish collection by the Council three days a week back then, there was rubbish strewn across road verges, mountains and pavements. “People need to change their mindset. Simple as that!”, he concluded.

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Dungarvan Shopping Centre Mother’s Day Golf Tournament THE final day play-off was completed in wonderful sunshine in the beautifully appointed West Waterford Golf Club where Jo Swane was crowned winner of the Inaugural Mother’s Day Golf Tournament sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Nine finalist emerged from the qualifying rounds which were held in Dungarvan, West Waterford and the Gold Coast Golf Clubs and they battled it out for a fantastic array of prizes

with the overall winner receiving a fantastic weekend away in the 5*Star Cliff House Hotel all courtesy of the award winning Dungarvan Shopping Centre. The inaugural Mother’s Day Tournament proved to be such an outstanding success, Dungarvan Shopping Centre are delighted to announce details on their thoughts of expanding the Tournament next year and invite neighbouring golf clubs to compete for the title which will be

held in Dungarvan Golf Club. Dungarvan Shopping Centre would like to thank the three lady captains for their cooperation in the staging the Inaugural Mother’s Day Golf Tournament and also the host club for this year’s event, West Waterford Golf Club for their hospitality on the day and are looking forward to staging next year’s event all courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre, 50 retail Units – one great location.

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre are the nine winners of the competition with the three Club Lady Captains. Front from left: Jean O’Donovan, Lady Vice-Captain, West Waterford GC; Bernie Morrissey, Lady Captain, Gold Coast GC; Jo Swayne, (West Waterford GC), winner; Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC; Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, sponsors, and Colette Power, Lady Captain, Dungarvan Golf Club. At back from left: Angela O’Connor, Lorraine Troy, Ciara Donnelly, June Hayes, Teresa Keane, Miriam Matthews, Mary Kiely and Deirdre Ruane. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping (sponsors) are the winner: Jo Swayne (West Waterford) being presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), with Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain (West Waterford GC). [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition, sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre, is the runner-up Deirdre Ruane (West Waterford) being presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, with Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain (West Waterford GC) [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre are Mary Kiely, 3rd place (Gold Coast GC), being presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, with Bernadette Morrissey, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC).

Teresa Keane, 4th place, is pictured being presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Also included is left: Colette Power, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC), and Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC. [Tom Keith]

Miriam Matthews 4th place, is presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Also included are Colette Power, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC), and Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC. [Tom Keith]

June Hayes, 6th place, is presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Also included are Colette Power, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC), and Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre are Lorraine Troy, 8th place (Gold Coast GC), with Bernadette Morrissey, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC), Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), and Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors) are Angela O’Connor (Gold Coast GC), 9th place, with Bernadette Morrissey, Lady Captain (Gold Coast GC), Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, and Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain, West Waterford GC. [Tom Keith]

Ciara Donnelly, 7th place, is presented with her prize by Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre (sponsors), at the Prizewinning Ceremony at West Waterford Golf Club last Sunday evening after the highly successful Mother’s Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Also included is Noreen Byrne, Lady Captain (West Waterford GC). [Tom Keith]

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The Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent officially launched this year’s Darkness Into Light 5K Walk/Run at the Tower Hotel on Wednesday last. He is pictured with the Waterford City committee, Des Purcell, Chairperson, Jo Cregan, Regina Mangan, Sinead Flynn, Georgina O’Donnell, Mick Lacey, Antoinette Burke, Shirley Browne, Olive Ruane and Catherine Moore. The fundraising event for Pieta House will take place on Saturday, 12th May at 4.15 a.m. in Waterford City, Dungarvan and Carrick-on-Suir along with many other venues both in Ireland and abroad. [Noel Browne]

Housing Officer explains limitations to Council’s tenant vetting process By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council can, to a degree, have potential tenants security vetted when allocating houses but has no control over matters such as extended family members and what relationships or interactions people may pursue thereafter.The summary was provided by Director of Services Ivan Grimes to March’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District, where he further informed that people who have been council tenants for many years may not have ever been vetted. Mr. Grimes was responding to an inquiry from Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell as to whether new tenants “are Garda vetted” before being allocated houses. The councillor said anti-social behaviour was commonplace in Dungarvan due to ‘un-

vetted’ people being housed in estates. “My God Almighty, you’d want to see what’s happening around the town some nights; if they haven’t Garda clearance they shouldn’t be allowed in there”, he stated. Cllr. O’Donnell claimed neighbours were “gone mental” as a result, with people seeking transfers or having left. The housing officer said ‘Garda vetting’ was not the appropriate term as it leant more specifically towards child protection practice. He explained that anti-social behaviour was “quite complex”, and cases could possibly involve Garda investigations and criminal activities. He stressed however that anti-social behaviour or criminal activity was not exclusive to social housing tenants. Mr. Grimes continued, as well as seeking security checks on potential new tenants, the council also investigated complaints, confi-

dentially, through its city-based anti-social behaviour unit. “Quite often that can mean dealing with dangerous individuals” he elaborated.“But it is absolutely imperative that we receive complaints officially because the council can’t just act on hearsay.” Cllr. Damien Geoghegan asked what was the council’s policy in regard to someone putting claims that the Council badly treated them into the public realm through for example, social media or radio interviews. The officer said the Council “does not comment on individual cases publicly, irrespective of what message or perception is being put out there.” Were it to do so, he informed,“potentially unpleasant information about individuals could go into the public domain and we can’t allow that. We have a duty to protect tenants’ and applicants’ data”, he concluded.

Drama bursaries available from Waterford City and County Council THE Arts Office,Waterford City & County Council is offering grant assistance to members of drama groups in Waterford, who wish to avail of the week long residential Summer School held by the Drama League of Ireland in the University of Limerick. In its 53rd year the Summer School runs from the 28th July to 4th August, 2018.

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Launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food NOW in its 11th year, West Waterford Festival of Food will be Celebrating Our Farmers, from the land and sea/Ó Mhuir agus ó Thír. Running from Friday 20th to Sunday, 22nd April. For bookings and enquiries contact 058-41741 or visit www.twitter.com/WdFoodFestival, www.facebook.com/WaterfordFoodFestival/ or www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com. The West Waterford Festival of Food is supported by Waterford City & County Council and Fáilte Ireland and is sponsored by Flahavan’s, Glanbia, Dawn Meats, Garvey’s SuperValu, Eurofins, Blackwater Distillery, Coillte, FBD, LocalLink, Flogas and the local business community who are members of its Friend’s Circle.

Michael Colivet, Claire Walsh and Liam Herlihy, all from sponsor FBD pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food.

John Flahavan from festival sponsor Flahavan's, Councillor Pat Nugent, Mayor of Waterford City and County and Donal Connolly Chairman of West Waterford Festival of Food.

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Michael Keane from sponsor Glanbia and Kevin Kiersey, Chairman Waterford IFA.

Joan Clancy from the Joan Clancy Gallery and Tommy Reynolds from West Waterford Festival of Food.

Grace O'Brien, Festival Committee and Breda O'Brien from Ardmore Gallery and Tearoom.

Jacqui de Paor from Dungarvan, Maire Seo Breathnach Irish Officer and Cabrini de Barra from Dungarvan.

Peter Mulryan from sponsor Blackwater Distillery at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food on Friday 23rd March at the Dungarvan Brewing Company.

Claire Dalton, Tommy Reynolds, Mary Foley, Caroline Senior and Donal Connolly all from West Waterford Festival of Food pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food on Friday 23rd March at the Dungarvan Brewing Company.

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Over 1.7m people circulated in Waterford during 21 days of Winterval

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MORE SPONSORSHIP NEEDED TO GROW EVENT INTO IRELAND’S PREMIER CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL LAST Christmas' Winterval festival in Waterford was deemed a huge success, which saw 1.7 million people circulating around Waterford City Centre over the 21 days of the festival. However, in order for the festival to grow and continue to be a success, more sponsorship is needed, particularly sponsorship from a national brand. The family-orientated festival began seven years ago and has grown to be Ireland’s premier Christmas festival. At the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, held in Dungarvan, Winterval Chairperson, Nick Donnelly, gave a post-analysis presentation to Councillors, which lasted nearly an hour, and highlighted that the festival is to grow and bring in additional revenue, “then increased sponsorship is a key element of that”. Mr. Donnelly said it costs around €400,000 to run the festival, a substantial amount of which comes from the Council in the form of a grant - “which is critical to the running of the festival and its success” Mr. Donnelly pointed out. However, he said that sponsorship of the festival has been in decline over the last number of years. “It is a challenge for us, and

we still haven't attracted a national brand, which is something we need to set our sights on,” Mr. Donnelly said. “While the revenue has remained pretty much the same over the past number of years, the costs of running the festival are increasing. It is a challenge for us as to how we deal with that going forward to ensure the festival remains competitive and maintains its 'wow' factor,” he said. He said 'foot counters' a recognised methodology to record footfall, showed that over 1.7 million people circulated around the city centre during the 21 days of the Winterval festival. “There is no doubt that Winterval generates significant footfall and from that we can make a valid assumption that those people circulating are spending money, so it adds to the economic activity in Waterford,” Mr. Donnelly said. Mr. Donnelly added that the Winterval Festival “is worth sticking with as it's valuable to Waterford and we can grow it into the future”. LENGTH OF PRESENTATION The presentation, which took an hour out of the March Plenary meeting of the Council, had a total of 14 contributions

including questions from Councillors. The length of the presentation is something which was a source of annoyance for West Waterford-based Councillor, James Tobin, who pointed out that the only input the Plenary Council had was the granting of funding to the festival. “Everything else I've heard here tonight during the hour could have been done at the Metropolitan District meeting,” Cllr. Tobin said. He noted that when West Waterford-based Councillors raise issues at the Plenary meeting, they are slapped down and told it is a 'District' matter, which should be discussed at the Municipal District Council meeting, yet an hour was spent discussing a festival which is held in the Metropolitan District. “I hope you'll be as inclusive if I raise an issue about wanting a pothole filled in Knockanore,” Cllr. Tobin added. However, Dungarvan-based Councillor, Damien Geoghegan, pointed out: “As a non-Metro member, I was the one who actually asked for this presentation”. “I think it is important that a festival of this calibre, of this stature and size, be discussed at Plenary Council level,” Cllr. Geoghegan added.

Councillor reiterates claim that new water source for An Rinn will need to come from Ballinamuck

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Officials assure there was value for money in purchase of van fleet for Council COUNCIL officials have once again assured Councillors that they got value for money in relation to the unauthorised purchasing of 60 vans at a cost of €1.46m. Cllr. Declan Clune told the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council that as part of the contract, all vans were to have an automatic transmission at a cost of €2,500 for each van. He said that on checking the eTenders website, he could not find the actual tender posted by the Council so he could examine who actually tendered for the supply of the vehicles. Cllr. Clune said the Council appeared to be paying over retail price for the vans and said there needs to be more transparency in the matter. At the previous month's meeting, a Local Government Audit Report outlined how “a number of staff at middle management” engaged in activities outside the tender process requirements which led to an order for the supply of 60 vans outside the Council’s policies and procedures; entry into a lease agreement with a financial institution for an incorrectly calculated monthly payments of €24,436.60 (€1.46m) for five years resulting in the full upfront payment to the van supplier and delivery of the vans to the Council premises. The Auditor, James Moran, said he was advised that the Council's senior

management team were not aware of these transactions until the matter was brought to their attention after the delivery of the vans. At that meeting, the Chief Executive, Michael Walsh, roundly defended the corporate governance of the local authority and said he was satisfied there has been “no waste of money” in the Council's finances. However, at the March meeting, Cllr. Clune was again seeking more clarity on the purchase of the vans – especially the extra spend of €2,500 per van for an automatic gearbox. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, pointed out that the tender for the vans was in Februar2015 and “wouldn't be up on the eTender website”. “It would have long since expired,” he said. Cllr. Clune argued the point, saying that historical tenders can be searched on the website, but he still couldn't find Waterford Council's tender in relation to the 60 vans. Mr. Galvin said he would “certainly send it on to the Councillor”. “Once we award the tender and publish the tender notice, it comes down within a few weeks of that,” Mr. Galvin said. “We had five valid tenders for the contract of supplying the vans.The price we got was, by far, the most competitive price amongst the five tenders. We cer-

tainly didn't pay retail price for them. The actual price we paid – it's a lease hire agreement and would be substantially under retail and would represent a very substantial discount over the open market retail price of the vans,” Mr. Galvin explained. “From my recollection, the lowest tender, which we went for, was something in the region of eight to ten percent lower in price differential with the next tender.” Mr. Galvin went on: “The tender was for the lease, hire and maintenance of the vans over a 60 month period”. “The overall contract of the vans will look as if it is over retail price, but approximately one third of the value of the contract is in respect of maintenance and management, and tyre replacement, and other issues such as the cost of sending the vehicles to their annual CVRT test, which is included in the tender. It is a fairly comprehensive overall supply, maintenance and management package, verses the actual purchase price, or value of the vans, which is only one element of it,” Mr. Galvin said. Cllr. Clune queried when the decision was taken to have automatic gearboxes in all the vans. Mr. Galvin replied that the decision was taken “in the very early stage of the tender process”. “We were looking at having automatic gearboxes for all the vehicles and

the tender applicants were asked to tender for that,” Mr. Galvin added. AUDIT COMMITTEE Meanwhile, Cllr. Clune said he did not remember any report from the Audit Committee to the Council, as per their statutory obligations, while Cllr. Joe Conway queried the number of audit reports the Council received since 2014. Head of Finance, John Murphy, said the Audit Committee is obliged to report to the Council each year on its activities and said an annual Audit report is expected for the June meeting of the Council. While Cllr. Conway said he was pleased to hear a report was due in June, he doesn't remember any previous Audit Committee reports. The Council's representatives on the Audit Committee are Cllr. Eddie Mulligan and Cllr. Eamon Quinlan. “I can assure Cllr. Clune and the other Councillors that we are in communication with the chairperson regularly in relation to the issues raised,” Cllr. Mulligan said. “It is our aspiration that this will be dealt with as quickly as possible, but there are delays in getting documents. We are waiting on just one document at this stage. It is our intention to present our Annual Report at the next Plenary meeting of the Council,” Cllr. Mulligan said. Cllr. Clune noted that the Local

No legal loophole in Waterford's parking bye-laws A LEGAL loophole in car parking bye-laws in Drogheda, County Louth, which resulted in that local authority suspending their car parking charges for three months sparked a local Councillor to question if Waterford Council's car parking bye-laws are sound. Cllr. Davy Daniels drew attention to the legal loophole in the Drogheda bye-laws, at the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. He said the legal loophole resulted in Louth County Council suspending all charging for street parking and car parks. “This could apply to a number of local authorities – are our parking laws within the law?” Cllr. Daniels queried. Earlier in the year, a citizen of Drogheda who was concerned with 'aggressive and illegal parking

policies' studied the parking bye-laws and found there was no commencement date registered in the bye-laws, meaning the parking fee should be just 50 cent an hour (in Drogheda) and not €1.20 an hour, dating to 2002. He discovered a number of other issues in the bye-laws, which resulted in Louth County Council suspending all parking charges for three months and seeking legal advice. Senior Counsel advice to Louth County Council confirmed a number of problems in relation to the bye-laws on parking, including the absence of commencement dates. Director of Services at Waterford Council, Fergus Galvin, assured the Council that he was “absolutely satisfied” the bye-laws operated by Waterford Council would “test in court and we do not have any loopholes in our current set of bye-laws”.

Cllr. James Tobin A WATERFORD Councillor has sought more information on the Community Involvement Scheme, on whether funding can also be used for community car parks. Cllr. James Tobin welcomed the return of the Community Involvement Scheme, which provides funding for the repairs of

Government Audit report presented to the Council last month had a recommendation for more information provided to Councillors regarding land disposals. “Over the last few months, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Cllr. John Cummins and myself have all asked for additional information at different times regarding land disposals. Since it is a recommendation of the Auditor – can we include such additional information, such as evaluations, business cases, and land zoning information?” Senior Executive Officer, Catherine Horan said the Executive would look at the Auditor's suggestion and that in future, the additional information will be provided. Meanwhile, another issue raised by the Auditor in relation to credit cards used by Council staff for low value purchases was again raised by Cllr. Clune. He noted that between 100 and 120 credit cards were in use by Council staff in 2016, with total expenditure at over €850,000. Cllr. Clune sought a breakdown of the top 50 users by spend for the previous two years. Head of Finance, Mr. Murphy gave a commitment he would put together the analysis for Cllr. Clune and present it at a later stage.

Councillor suggests community car parks be included in CIS local roads that are under the charge of the local authority, but where residents living along those roads contribute towards the cost of the works. He asked the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council whether some of the CIS money could be used for community car parks?

“If not, could we write to the Minister and ask that community car parks be included in the scheme?” Cllr. Tobin asked. Director of Service, Fergus Galvin, said he was unaware, and would raise the question with the Department. “We'll come back to you with an answer,” Mr. Galvin said.

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PRO-LIFE OR NOT?

‘You cannot be a little bit pregnant’

THE battle for the retention of the 8th Amendment which guarantees the right to life is becoming more engaged, but the public must not be diverted from the central message that there are two lives at the centre of any debate in regard to having an abortion. The mantra of ‘It’s a woman’s right to choose’ is simplistic and wrong, considering that the choice in question is one of life and death of a child, a human being, a potential citizen of this country, a valuable and productive member of our society. Decades ago, the billboards told us ‘It is wrong to strike a child’. How much worse could it be to kill a child? This fact is being clouded in the description of this living being in the womb, a human being as ‘a cluster of cells’. Do not be deceived. This conflict between abortion and the preservation of life is not just a matter of principle, it concerns the potential destruction of many thousands of lives, perhaps tens of thousands over the next decades and the crude disposal of their broken bodies. This is the only way in which to view this battle between the basic right to life and the evil of abortion. To believe that human life is not being destroyed, not being brought to an untimely close, not being thrown in the

bin, is to not accept the realities of abortion. The quite reasonable concern that ‘politicians can not be trusted’, may seem harsh, incorrect even, but the litany of broken promises, large or small, even in the last six years is evidence enough The about-turn of the Tánaiste, Simon Coveney, the Deputy Prime Minister from indications he gave to his electorate; from suggestions he made that he was truly Pro-life is just one example of political positions being changed. Other TDs and Senators who followed a ProLife path for years changed their position too in the face of imposed public opinion. You cannot be partly for abortion; or for abortion up to a particular stage of life. The principle has to be fully Pro-life, or not at all. If not, do not fool yourself or others that you are for anything but pro-abortion. In the words of the eminent Doctor: “Madam, you cannot be a little bit pregnant.” If there are hard, heartbreaking cases, there are provisions for those in current law, in our health services and on our social care services. No woman has died in this country because of the absence of abortion, despite inferences to the contrary. If people are importing the abortion pill, they are breaking the

law in a way that is more serious than the import of illegal and illicit drugs. No one is trying to deny that women are using the abortion pill; no one is trying to deny that Irish women are crossing the Irish Sea for an abortion, but there is no demand to legalise either of these two activities. If the growing incidence of a particular illegal and morally wrong practice is to be the new moral code, then we might as well legalise many other less serious practices which society has outlawed. Will we bring smoking back indoors? Will we lift the legal sanction on drunk driving which too can cause deaths? Will we legalise the use of heroin and cocaine? Hardly! They are harmful, their use is dangerous and society has correctly banned their non-medical use. The many thousands of people who hold pro-life beliefs are not extremist, they are simply humanitarian. They hold one belief: that life is precious at all stages. We must always remember that the right to life for everyone is the very foundation for all human rights, and to undermine the right to life of the unborn is to fundamentally risk the erosion of the wider code of human rights. (Issued by Dungarvan ProLife).

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Due to demand another GDPR Seminar has been arranged in Dungarvan DUE to popular demand the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber has rescheduled another GDPR Information Seminar. Our last GDPR information session was fully booked and so to facilitate those who could not get on that information session we are hosting another session on Thursday, 19th April, from 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. Changes in GDPR legislation will affect ALL Businesses. This new law comes into effect on May 25th, 2018. When: (Registration at 8.45 a.m.) 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. Thursday, 19th April. Where: The Park Hotel, Shandon, Dungarvan.

Cost: €50 per Chamber Member, €60 per non member. Fee to be pre-paid. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? If you’re short of time – we’ll cover the most important aspects of GDPR in this special condensed half day workshop delivered to your leadership team onsite. This workshop is for all those responsible and accountable for the data in your organisation. Typical attendees include IT, Marketing, Finance, Service, Finance Managers, Sole Traders and General Managers. If you’re worried about where to start in getting ready for GDPR next May and you’d like a roadmap to start preparing your company then this is for you.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN • Aims of the GDPR – key changes to data protection law, preparation, sanctions • Advice on conducting an audit of data you currently store about customers & employees • An introduction to identifying and assessing the common risks relating to your data • Suggestions to review your policies and process documentation • Tips on raising awareness among your team of the new regulations • How to keep the process going data protection is not a destination, it’s a journey

BENEFITS The first step to any project is coming up with a plan. This workshop will deliver a roadmap and give you the confidence to achieve GDPR compliancy by May 2018. Workshop participants will know their key responsibilities under the new legislation and their role in bringing you to GDPR compliancy. This course is delivered by the Irish Computer Society. • Aims of the GDPR – key changes to data protection law, preparation, sanctions • Advice on conducting an audit of data you currently store about customers & employees

• An introduction to identifying and assessing the common risks relating to your data • Suggestions to review your policies and process documentation • Tips on raising awareness among your team of the new regulations • How to keep the process going data protection is not a destination, it’s a journey To book, please contact the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Office on 058 45054 or via info@dungarvanchamber.ie Follow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/dungarvanchamber

Primrose By Mandy Tompkins THE wild Primrose is the first of the native Primulas to emerge and despite having the Latin name Prima Rosa, meaning First Rose of the Year, it is not in fact a member of the Rose family of plants. The Primrose is also known as the Lent Rose and the Easter Rose and is the epitome of Spring. Found in woodland, hedgerows, around ponds and streams and on grassy roadsides the Primrose prefers a shady site that does not dry out, but they have declined in number in recent years due to the loss of suitable habitat and over-picking. In suburban gardens, the delicately scented wild perennial Primrose has been replaced by the unscented hybrid Polyanthus, which is a result of cross pollination between the Primrose and Cowslips. These have multiple large flowers on a long stem in a far wider range of colours, including reds, mauves, purples and pinks as well as showy double and multicoloured varieties, which are a far cry from the pale yellow of the native Primrose.

The Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent is pictured with Kevin Ryan from sponsors Electric Ireland and the Carrick-on-Suir organising committee of this year’s Darkness Into Light 5k Walk/Run, Mary Power, Hollie Hickey, Karen McGrath and Shauna Power. The fundraising event for Pieta House will take plae on Saturday, 12th May at 4.15 a.m. in Dungarvan, Waterford City and Carrick-on-Suir. [Noel Browne]

Local issues quickly addressed at Municipal District Meeting By Christy Parker SHORT but informative replies were provided to Councillors attending March’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal meeting, some of which applied to planning and roads issues as follows: ALDI CAR PARK Senior Planner Jim O’Mahony told Cllr. Siobhán Whelan that a report will be forthcoming regarding an application from Aldi to extend its parking facility in the town. Cllr. Whelan had wondered if there might be an issue of “material contravention” involved. “Is the land already owned by Aldi or is it under public realm?”, she inquired. Mr. O’Mahony said he would “defer any public comments until such time as report goes to you.” Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell, undeterred, asked if the land had “belonged to the OPW by any

chance?” The planner said it wasn’t and reiterated his reluctance to comment “in a public forum.” HANGING TREES Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said the entrance to Ballinroad at Kilminion was “now heavily populated” and a problem persisted coming off the Coast road in the area as there were trees overhanging the road that needed to be cut back. “Last Summer it was practically impossible to pass there”, he recalled. The councillor said one particular piece of property now had new ownership and it might be an opportune time to seek a resolution there. Senior roads engineer Gabriel Hynes said he’d investigate and if either hedge cutting or tree pruning was required a request would be issued to landowners under the Roads Act. KNOW YOUR LINES Cllr. Geoghegan said several people had

informed him that there were “no white lines on any of the bends in Kilgobinet and at Ballyneety up to the church”, along with some junctions having no stop signs. This was despite a commitment given to the opposite a year ago. Mr. Hynes again promised to inquire. Cllr. Pat Nugent asked why signage indicating a reduction in speed limits from 80 kph to 60 kph was not apparent from Mooney’s pub to Helvick. The engineer said he understood that all limits agreed under the 2017 by-laws were in and would check it out. BIN THERE Cllr.Whelan said residents using a walkway called ‘The Ramp’ in Tallow were seeking bins on either side of it for dog litter disposal. The matter will be addressed said the Engineer.

The low, ground hugging leaves form a rosette around the base of the flowers, and they are covered with a fine network of veins. Each leaf is crinkled all over and before the leaves are fully grown the edges are often rolled back, almost meeting each other on the silvery underside. Each flower grows to about 10cm high and has five pale yellow petals with a deeper yellow yolk in the centre. A rarer wild Primrose has white petals. The Primrose is a valuable source of food for early emerging Bees and Butterflies. In Irish custom, the Primrose was particularly linked to May Eve when it was widely placed around cottages to protect against Fairies and evil influences.

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Letters to the Editor … No ‘objectors’ to Crough Wood roadway Dear Editor, I WOULD like a right of reply to an article which appeared in your newspaper last week titled ‘New Munster Vale initiative receives warm welcome from Comeragh Councillors’ (Dungarvan Observer, 23rd March, 2018, page 21), which contained a number of inaccuracies and blatant mistruths. In the article, Fine Gael Cllr. Liam Brazil is quoted as saying that it was great to see the Comeragh Mountains region and the proposed road to the Mahon Falls receiving such good publicity, but he then goes on to say that he has “a bee in his bonnet” about “a few objectors who are causing problems” - this gross inaccuracy needs to be rectified. 1. No member of the public, group or State body have ever objected to the fantastic Crough Woods path, which we all support as a welcome initiative and commend the good work achieved to date by Comeragh Community Development Group and look forward to its completion as a exciting new public amenity. In any event, as no planning application was ever lodged for the project there was no mechanism by which anybody could object. Surely, Cllr. Brazil is aware of how the Irish Planning system operates? 2. If Cllr. Brazil had researched this matter properly by studying the relevant documentation, which is a matter of public record, he would have noticed that it was Waterford City and County Council (State body) itself that declared that the work was not exempted development and therefore the road required planning permission. This determination was confirmed by An Bord Pleanála. The matter of the illegal road was first raised by Inland Fisheries Ireland following large deposits of silt being recorded as entering the River Mahon and registering in an Irish Water pumping station. In other words the matter was handled entirely by State bodies. The fact that Cllr. Brazil is a director of Waterford City and County Council, who actually issued the ‘declaration’ which was then referred to An Bord Pleanála for review, does not engender great confidence in the internal workings of Waterford City and County Council. The fact that Cllr. Brazil blames members of the public for “causing problems” is a false and erroneous statement, not befitting of a public representative. 3. It is also highly inappropriate for a politician and sitting Councillor to make comments that might be seen as influencing the planning process. Cllr. Brazil should be aware of the furore created when Taoiseach Leo Varadkar (the leader of the Fine Gael party) admitted he had intervened in a windfarm planning matter on behalf of Donald Trump. 4. As to the nature of Cllr. Brazil’s “problems” with “objectors” - what should have been mentioned is that the construction of the road was halted as a consequence of an agreement reached between Waterford City and County Council, National Parks and Wildlife Service and Comeragh Community Development Group and not “a few objectors who are causing problems”. The three organisations entered into a legal agreement, under threat of criminal sanction from the European Commission, to restore the damage to the SAC site. Was Cllr. Brazil not present at this meeting and if not, why not? One would also assume that Cllr. Brazil has fully

discussed the matter with the Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council, Michael Walsh, who was a signatory to the aforementioned legally binding agreement. One must also assume Kieran Hartley. that Cllr. Brazil is fully aware of the huge amount of public funding that has been spent on the road by Waterford City and County Council, or that public funding will need to be spent repairing the damage done to this environmentally sensitive SAC. This information that I speak about was indeed available to the public on publicly accessible websites. There is, therefore, no excuse for these gross inaccuracies and mistruths. Regards, KIERAN HARTLEY, Europe.

Referendum Dear Sir, I WOULD like to comment on the coming referendum and the proposal for abortion without restriction up to 12 weeks. Ireland has an enviable reputation for excellent pregnancy care going back almost 200 years. We do better in terms of mother safety than our better funded UK neighbours, and far better than the wealthy USA. Our safety record speaks for itself. I attribute this to the traditional esprit de corps of generations of Irish doctors and nurses, caring for the health of two patients, mother and baby. This mission statement is enshrined in our Irish Constitution as the “8th Amendment”. It is not credible that removal of the amendment would do anything whatever to improve mothers’ safety. On the other hand, legislation for unrestricted abortion up to 12 weeks is sure to greatly increase the number of healthy babies who will die in the womb. Yours sincerely, DR. JIM STACEY MB MC 09000 Monang, Dungarvan.

Long term effects of abortion Dear Sir, IT is unfortunate that on most occasions where the words 'compassion' and 'healthcare' appear in the context of the Eighth Amendment debate, they are being used by advocates of abortion rights, in support of the right to deliberately end the life of an innocent and defenceless unborn child.This is again the case in the recent situation involving a pregnant 12 year old girl. It is now over 20 years since a similar case gripped the nation, when a 13 year old rape victim became pregnant. This was truly a case of a young woman being forced to travel abroad for an abortion. Her parents objected, but the State and the Health Board prevailed and the unborn child's life was ended on the bases of compassion and healthcare. We later found out that the young woman at the centre of the case was severely effected and traumatized for years by the abortion, and grieved for her child. It also looks like lessons haven't been

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Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

learned. Supporters of abortion rights seem incapable of accepting that ending the life of an unborn child can cause more problems than it cures, or that the compassion they speak of is limited in its application. It is truly a strange form of compassion that advocates and endorses the needless and intentional ending of a vulnerable and innocent life, and fails to take account of the potential long-term damage to the mother. Yours, ANNA WALSH Dunmore East, Co. Waterford.

Mount Stuart grateful to Cllr. O’Donnell Dear Editor, PLEASE be advised that it was printed in error on your edition dated Friday, 23rd March, 2018 on page 4, that Cllr. Siobhan Whelan was involved in the installation of the lights outside Mount Stuart Church. I have been the Sacristan in Mount Stuart Church with the past 25 years and I live directly beside the church. There was a burial at the church in September 2016 and Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell was in attendance. After the funeral Cllr. O’Donnell asked me if we had lights outside the church to which I replied we had not. Cllr. O’Donnell said to leave the matter with him and stayed in direct contact with me by phone and with several visits to my home until eventually a few months later in early 2017 when he called to say he had been successful in his application to have outdoor lights installed at Mount Stuart Church. They were installed some months later and have become a great asset to our community.This information was printed in your paper, the Dungarvan Observer in the months that followed by Cllr. O’Donnell. Our community are very grateful to Cllr. O’Donnell’s work and dedication to this matter. Yours sincerely, MRS. BREDA HICKEY Mount Stuart, Aglish Cappoquin.

Mary McAleese deserves thanks Dear Editor, MARY McAleese deserves thanks from the Irish people, particularly the women of Ireland for raising the issue of equality for women in the hierarchy of the Roman Catholic Church. The misogyny from the Vatican over the centuries has seen women treated as second class citizens. Their church saw them as suitable for the breeding and rearing and brainwashing of young Catholics to ensure that strength of numbers was maintained. Otherwise, they were seen as dangerous (the Temptress) and slightly dirty, witness Churching or cleansing after childbirth. Mothers have always been the main promoters of religion in the home and have got scant recognition for their work. It is amazing that women generally have not rebelled long ago. It would seem that the vast majority of Irish people have been so thoroughly brainwashed in Primary School that very few can break out of that mental prison of absolutism, most of which consists of manmade

fairy tales. The Church is well aware of the power of this brainwashing which it calls Catholic education and have always fought strenuously to preserve it. We are currently having a national debate about the rights of the unborn child. When that is over we should start a debate about the developing born child. Every child that is born has an independent brain with a potentially developing mind. Religion brainwashing, be it Catholic, Protestant, Muslim or whatever takes away the right of the child to develop independent working of the mind in the area of religious belief. Parents will say that they have the right to have their child educated in their particular faith. What about the right of a child to develop his or her own mind independent of brainwashing forces? Yours, PADDY PHELAN Toureagh, Ballymacarbry.

Value our citizens with Down Syndrome Dear Editor, THE government is currently making an all-out effort to remove constitutional protection from unborn life at the same time that the means of detecting Down Syndrome through prenatal testing is becoming more available. Those who want to legalise abortion on demand in Ireland don’t want the Irish people to be aware of cases of abortions under what's known as Grounds E of the English 1967 Abortion Act.They have told us that they do not want to hear about the abortions of babies diagnosed with Downs that are carried out under Ground E, "born with a serious handicap". Indeed, we are told that we shouldn't discuss this or that it's 'fake news.' The shocking truth is that Down Syndrome is one of the single largest conditions given as a reason for abortion under Ground E, and that more than 90 per cent of unborn babies diagnosed with Down Syndrome in Britain are aborted. It is naïve to deny that, if the Eighth Amendment were repealed, sooner rather than later, our abortion laws will mirror Britain’s. On World Down Syndrome Day 2018 let Ireland remember it is a country where we value our citizens with Downs Syndrome and here's a novel thought, instead of repealing the Eighth Amendment, let us advocate for an amendment that will give our citizen's with disabilities the right to services. Yours sincerely, LEE WALSH, Dunmore East, Waterford.

Would you trust politicians? Dear Sir, I WOULD trust politicians with the lives of innocent unborn babies about as much as I trust them on addressing hospital waiting lists and the numbers of vulnerable patients on trollies; the provision of both social and realistically affordable housing and the delivery of even adequate mental health and disability services. Yours, ANNA LUSZCZYNSKA, Dunmore East.

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Daffodil Day in Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan: Tony Tobin, Deputy Daffodil Day Local Co-Ordinator, is pictured with Bank of Ireland staff members in the Dungarvan branch (l. to r.): Karen Darcy, Mairead O'Brien, Anne Cotter, Jennifer Hickey, Branch Manager, and Elaine King. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Fines totalling €11,000 for two road passenger bus operators for breach of road safety regulations FOLLOWING investigations by the Road Safety Authority (RSA), both Citi Bus Limited and Last Bus Limited of Moorhill House, Brannockstown, Co. Kildare, trading as Dublin Coach were before Naas District Court for breaches of tachograph and drivers’ hours regulations. Both companies operate a road passenger business. Citi Bus Limited, on 5th February, 2018, pleaded guilty to six charges of failing to produce and hand-over records at the request of an RSA Transport Officer as well as charges of failing to make regular checks and failing to organise drivers’ work to ensure compliance with the regulations, failing to download vehicle units and failing to ensure the tachograph equipment was

functioning correctly. The Court convicted on the six charges and fined Citi Bus Limited a total of €6,000 and also made an award of costs against the company bringing the total sanction imposed in excess of €7,700. Last Bus Limited, on 5th March, 2018, pleaded guilty to six charges of cause and purport to authorise the driver to fail to take a daily rest period and to exceed daily driving as well as charges for failing to make regular checks. The Court convicted on the six charges and fined Last Bus Limited a total of €5,000 an award of costs was also made against the company bringing the total sanction imposed in excess of €5,500. The Road Safety Authority

investigations revealed serious and systematic non-compliance by these road passenger operators in ensuring compliance with the European Communities (Road Transport) (Working Conditions and Road Safety) Regulations 2008. EU Regulations require road passenger operators to organise and monitor drivers work and the clear purpose of the regulations is to place a responsibility on an employer of drivers to prevent contraventions of the drivers’ hours regulations and to promote road safety. The EU tachograph and drivers’ hours rules are designed to protect against driver fatigue and to protect the travelling public. The existence of the tachograph and drivers’ hours regulations and

‘No merit’ in social media announcement regarding flights from Waterford Airport AN announcement made on social media that Aer Southeast would soon return to operating flights out of Waterford Airport was dismissed as having 'no merit' at the March Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Cllr. Breda Brennan told the meeting that she received inquiries (including some from abroad) that Aer Southeast would soon be operating flights from Waterford Airport. “Can Council Management confirm these reports which were made on social media?” Cllr. Brennan said.

“If so, when is it expected the flights will commence?” However, Chief Executive Officer of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh, dismissed the announcement, saying it was made without any discussion whatsoever with Airport Management, “which reflects on the merit of that announcement”. Mr.Walsh said Council Management is working hard with the Airport Board collectively to bring forward plans to have the runway extended at Waterford Airport.

the detailed requirements designed to promote road safety, are widely known by employers. Non-compliance with the drivers’ hours regulations results in driver fatigue which is a contributory factor to 1 in 5 driver deaths in Ireland. Operators in breach of drivers’ hours requirements are also profiting from undercutting compliant operators and contributing to unfair competition in the road haulage industry.

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Tadgh Cosgrove with teacher Rayleen Clancy having achieved maximum 600 marks for his portfolio with Crawford Art College.

Art THROUGHOUT the year art students are exposed to many trips to galleries and colleges. Students enjoy these visits as an introduction to life as an artist. One student said that ‘It was wonderful speaking with craftspeople who recently set up in business but also the more established makers’ after a visit to Showcase Ireland Trade Show, one of Europe’s largest craft trade fairs. ART PORTFOLIO QQI LEVEL 5 Students that enrol on our level 5 Art Portfolio course are immersed in the creative world of art. They have the opportunity to learn new techniques such as printmaking and ceramics as well as advancing their drawing and painting skills. These new techniques allow them to produce high quality portfolios to facilitate their entry into the art degree of their choice. The Higher Education Links scheme (HELS) gives students the opportunity to use their QQI level 5 or 6 major awards to apply through the CAO for a place at a University or Institute of Technology such as NCAD and Crawford. Our teachers work closely with each student to ensure they apply for the college that best fits their talents and interests.The students have already received the results for their portfolio and are now focusing on preparing their work for QQI assessment. ART AND CRAFT QQI LEVEL 6 The level 6 Art course is for students interested in developing their techniques in painting, drawing, ceramics and print making. There is also the opportunity for students to study exhibition techniques. Last year, the level 6 students held their exhibition in Bainliann Chuil na nGabhar Art Gallery (Ben O’Neill), Dungarvan in March. It was a fantastic opportunity to see the quality and volume of work produced by the students throughout the year. You can also follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates.

Students print work drying.

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Waterford VR tech company makes dual listing on stock markets WATERFORD based start-up, Immersive VR Education, is pleased to announce that its holding company,VR Education Holdings plc, has today commenced trading on the London and Irish stock markets. This listing by the virtual reality software and technology company represents the first initial public offering (IPO) for an Irish tech company on the Irish Stock Exchange’s Enterprise Securities Market (ESM) since inception in 2005. Trading in the group’s ordinary shares commenced on the AIM (Alternative Investment Market) of the London Stock Exchange and on the ESM Market of the Irish Stock Exchange. As part of the Admission process, the Company has raised STG6 million (EUR6.7 million) before expenses, through an oversubscribed placing of 60,000,000 new ordinary shares at a placing price of 10p each implying a market capitalisation of circa STG19.3 million (EUR21.6 million) on Admission. Shard Capital Partners LLP and Davy are Joint Brokers to the Group and Cairn Financial Advisers LLP is acting as Nominated Adviser. Davy is also acting as ESM advisor. Founded in 2014 by David and Sandra Whelan, Immersive VR Education utilises leading edge virtual reality (VR) and

David and Sandra Whelan augmented reality (AR) technologies to enhance digital learning through its fully immersive learning and presentation platform, ENGAGE. The Group’s core focus is the development and commercialisation of ENGAGE for creating, sharing and delivering proprietary and third party VR content for educational and corporate training purposes. A key feature of ENGAGE is the ability for educators and trainers

to use the software to create their own VR lessons and presentations on ENGAGE using VR tools provided by the Group or third parties. The VR/AR market is a fast emerging and developing market at present. According to the ‘Global VR in Education Market’ report by Technavio, the VR education market was worth US$269m in 2017 and this is forecast to grow to US$1.7b by 2021.

Prior to the recent IPO, Immersive VR Education had successfully raised €1.3m from a number of investors, including Suir Valley Ventures, Kernel Capital Venture Funds and Enterprise Ireland. The company currently has 21 full time employees based in its Waterford offices in a variety of roles including animators, artists, researchers, marketing and developers, inclusive of management.

Dunmore East lands €16m worth of seafood Irish seafood industry valued at €1.15 billion LANDINGS at Dunmore East registered a total value at €16 million in 2017 with the volume of the landings amounting to 7,700 tonnes.The industry is a significant employer in the region’s coastal areas with close to 1,968 people employed directly and indirectly in along the South-Eastern seaboard. The aquaculture sector, which comprises chiefly of mussel and oyster farming in the region, was worth a total of €21 million in the South-East last year and enjoyed 24% growth nationally. Seafood processing also experienced significant growth last year and there are now almost 4,000 people employed in seafood processing companies across Ireland. 30 of these companies are located in the SouthEast. The Business of Seafood 2017 report was published by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), Ireland’s Seafood Development Agency, and launched this week by Minister for Agriculture Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D. Jim O’Toole, CEO of BIM commented; ‘Ireland’s Seafood Industry is thriving, with the most important ports in the South-East, Dunmore East and Kilmore Quay, represent-

ing a vital part of this success. Over the last two years, the contribution of the sector to Ireland’s GDP has grown by over 14%. The fact trade sales have exceeded €1 billion for the first time demonstrates the clear demand for Irish seafood and it is important we build on this impressive performance as we collectively work to achieve the targets for seafood in the Government’s Food Wise 2025 report”. Ireland’s seafood sector recorded its third consecutive year of growth in 2017, with its value up 6.4% on the previous year, to contribute €1.15 billion to Ireland’s GDP. This strong growth was driven by a 12% increase in net exports (€331m), a 4% increase in domestic consumption (€429m) and significant ongoing investment both private and public (€386m). In terms of trade, the EU remains Ireland’s main export market valued at €392 million (up 9%). The report also demonstrates that Irish seafood is building significant growth markets across Africa, Asia and the Middle East all demonstrating double-digit growth. On the domestic market, Irish appetites for seafood continued to grow with a 4% increase in seafood consumed in Ireland, now valued

at €429 million. Domestic consumption comprises of sales in supermarkets and shops as well as in restaurants, cafes and canteens. Salmon, cod and prawns continue to be in favour with Irish consumers with salmon valued at €96 million and cod at €48 million. Growing demand from species such as pollack and hake are contributing new growth up 19% in 2017. Around the coast, over 14,000 people are employed, directly and indirectly, in the seafood sector and this value should not be underestimated as Mr. O’Toole added: ‘As well as employment, seafood is a key driver in economic activity and, in many cases, is at the heart of the community. In the South-East, the sector accounts for 5% of total coastal employment. Seafood processing companies are growing in number and now account for almost half of the total employment in the Irish seafood sector.The revenue and employment seafood delivers to our overall economy and directly to our peripheral coastal communities is invaluable’. BIM’s ‘The Business of Seafood’ report – a snapshot of Ireland’s Seafood Sector’ is available on www.bim.ie

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Easter Lily has long and interesting history Wear with pride says West Waterford Sinn Féin

Pictured after receiving their Customer First @ EUROSPAR award at the recent EUROSPAR Guild 2018 were: Malachy Hanberry, Managing Director, EUROSPAR, Derek Downes, Brian and Declan Enright, Mags Cooney and Kelly Moroney (Abbeyside) and Willie O’Byrne, Managing Director, BWG Foods.

Downes’ EUROSPAR honoured at prestigious Awards DOWNES’ EUROSPAR Supermarket Abbeyside was presented with a prestigious Customer First @ EUROSPAR Award at the annual EUROSPAR Guild, which took place at the Mullingar Park Hotel, Co. Westmeath recently. Customer First @ EUROSPAR is the retail operations standards programme that has been implemented across the EUROSPAR supermarket group. The criteria are fully aligned to the EUROSPAR six pillar Retail Strategy of Value, Freshness, Rewards, Choice, Service and Experience. The assessment criteria are structured to focus on best practice and innovation in supermarket retailing, resulting in 13 indi-

vidual assessment elements focused on all areas of store operations, with a heavy emphasis on innovation in fresh foods departments. The programme also includes the EIQA Food Safety assessment criteria. The essence of the Customer First @ EUROSPAR Programme is its departmental breakdown by strategy pillar, enabling store management to charge staff in each department with responsibility for reaching the desired standards. This is an important function of store management within the new programme. Accepting the award Derek Downes EUROSPAR Abbeyside said: “We are delighted to receive this accolade which is a testament

to the hard work and dedication of our staff. Customer First @ EUROSPAR is not only a mark of pride for our store and staff, but more importantly, it lets our customers know that we are leaders in the field. This accolade is a point of differentiation in what is a very competitive marketplace and we’re honoured to receive the recognition.” According to Malachy Hanberry, Managing Director, EUROSPAR: “EUROSPAR supermarkets are renowned for demonstrating industry leading standards. I would like to commend Downes’ EUROSPAR Abbeyside on their achievement today. The Customer First @ EUROSPAR standards pro-

gramme was developed with our retailers and for our retailers, to ensure that our supermarkets are leading the way in terms of fresh food retailing, innovation, food safety and customer service. EUROSPAR stores around Ireland are becoming ‘Famous for Fresh Foods’ and the Customer First @ EUROSPAR programme works to assist retailers in achieving this aim. Congratulations to all EUROSPAR retailers who achieved the Customer First @ EUROSPAR Award today.” Downes Eurospar Abbeyside has been serving the locality since 2010 and employs 40 staff locally. It is open Monday to Sunday, from 7.30 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.

Historic Youghal Laneway to get €150,000 upgrade By Christy Parker YOUGHAL town centre is to undergo a heritage upgrade courtesy of a €150,000 capital finding grant from the Department of Culture, Heritage & Gaeltacht. The award comes after the town was chosen as Cork’s representative in a funding contest under the Department’s 2018 Historic Towns Initiative Programme. Youghal was one of seven towns whose application succeeded in what was a fiercely competitive process. The funding will see Barry’s Lane adjacent to the Clock Gate, re-paved in limestone with a red sandstone effect added “to identify the suspected subsurface line of the original town walls underneath”, says municipal district officer Helen Mulcahy.

Barry’s Lane extends from the Clock Gate to Market Square, the tourist office and the harbour area where the opening scenes from Moby Dick were filmed in 1954. The lane, which hosts several annual festivals, was last paved, with red brick effect, 25 years ago. A listed former court house, dating from 1847, also occupies the square. With surrounding areas having been similarly treated in recent times, the paving will also be extend 50 metres along one side of the main street to the junction at O’Rahilly Street, where limestone pavements were installed last year. “We would hope to do likewise on the other side of the main street later this year”, says Ms. Mulcahy. Limestone upgrades have previously been applied in the town’s Raleigh Quarter, as part

of the wider ambition to identify clearly the town’s areas of most historic and cultural relevance. With its large, raised flowerbed structures and seating to be

Barry's Lane as depicted in Property.ie

retained, Barry’s Lane is expected to emerge as “an even more beautiful public space” than at present”, says the Council official. The work will go to tender immediately.

THE Easter Lily dates back to 1925 when it was designed by Cumann na mBan as a symbol to be worn to remember those who died fighting for Ireland in the Easter Rising of 1916. Countess Markievicz was a founding member of Cuman na mBan and this year marks the centenary of her election as the first ever female MP. West Waterford Sinn Féín are proud to continue the tradition of wearing and promoting the Easter Lily. It is considered a very important emblem amongst Irish republicans, worn to remember all who have sacrificed their life for a free and United Ireland. Local Sinn Féin cumann members will be selling them in Dungarvan town again this Easter. If anyone wants more information they can call to our Dungarvan office on St Mary Street, get in touch via the West Waterford Sinn Féín facebook page or contact the cumann chairperson, Conor McGuinness on 085-8030111.

'Local Sinn Féin Councillor Siobhán Whelan (on left) with Cumann members to promote wearing of the Easter Lily.'

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We all have an important By Donal Buckley and immediate part to play in the battle against plastic Utta Hogan IRELAND was a forerunner in 2002 by being the first country to develop a policy on plastic bags. In the first year after legislation introducing a plastic bag levy, a reduction of 90% of plastic bags in Ireland was recorded. However, according to new Eurostat figures, Ireland is now the top producer of plastic waste in the European Union, producing 61kg per person per year. In the past, China took 95% of Ireland’s plastic waste. However, as of January 2018, China has banned all foreign imports of plastics. In my former life, I worked as an engineer and studied environmental engineering. I believe passionately in sustainability and in the need to ensure that this generation's activities do not have a negative environmental consequence for future generations. That is why we need to change our “plastic ways” and tackle this issue today! Last week I was in Strasbourg as the European Commission launched the European Strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy. This strategy outlines a major EU clamp down on single use plastics, such as coloured plastic bottles, coffee cups, lid and stirrers, drinking straws, takeaway packaging and microbeads. I warmly welcome this, and believe strongly that industry must become more responsible in the use of plastics, both in terms of reduction and recyclability, and as consumers we must adapt our habits to reduce plastic usage. We can all play a part here and Europe, National Governments and local authorities must lead and put the right policies in place to achieve their targets and prevent non-recycable plastics irreparably damaging our environment. It is true that plastic as a material plays an important role in our lives today; it has lots of uses - it has advanced the delivery of safe medical care, ensured food is distributed in a safe and hygienic fashion and is present in so many products that facilitate daily living as we know it today. It is also cheap. But it has its down sides - it is mostly used just

once, very little is recycled or recyclable and it has a negative effect on our environment. It is estimated that a discarded plastic bottle will be present for 100 to 400 plus years depending on the type – millions of tonnes of plastic end up in our oceans every year and are absorbed by fish and mammals which is a real concern for our marine environment. Reducing the amount of plastics in our oceans and on our beaches is vital to protect marine ecosystem and also to ensure that fish, and as a result the food chain, are not further contaminated by plastics. We must embrace the move by Europe to eliminate single use plastics, microbeads and marine litter as soon as possible. We cannot let plastic ruin our beautiful beaches and long sandy shores, as well as harming and killing our fish and damaging the natural food chain. For our fishing and tourism industry, as well as our own personal enjoyment of the stunning coast of Ireland, we simply must protect our blue planet. While the Government and local authorities are legislating for change when it comes to plastic usage, we can all begin our own battle against plastic waste. Both at the office and at home, we are not using any take away cups and we never use plastic straws and stirrers that we see in cafes and at airports. Using ‘real cups’ and KeepCups is a simple and easy alternative, and like the plastic bags, it’s a habit that you can get into quite quickly. Using alternatives to buying water in plastic bottles are also easily found, for example using a water filter jug at the office and at home. Choosing to buy food without packaging where possible is also much better for the environment, and when something does come in a plastic container, we need to think about how we can reuse it instead of throwing it away after one use. There are lots of simple things that we can all make a difference. It all adds up in the battle to beat plastics impacting our beautiful planet.

YOUGHAL can be a town of extremes. In the sunshine, it's stunningly beautiful with its endless seafront and quaint harbour area. Bad weather can bring dramatic skies and aggressive breaking waves, leaving behind a glistening shore. This is a town that has known its share of troubles over the years. The loss of textile factories created high unemployment, at one stage. But the people here are tough. There is a proud history too with many architectural styles and era's represented throughout the town. Above all it is a town of welcome. This is the place where artist Utta Hogan decided to make her home. In fact she is so proud of her home that she invited me there for a cuppa and we had a bit of a questions and answers session. Hello, Utta, can I ask, do you have a favourite artist? There was a Danish painter by the name of Vilhelm Hammershoi (1864-1916) whose paintings of people and interiors are subtle and understated. A passing glance would give the impression of a monochrome picture. But on closer examination, the pastel colours are softened and muted to give a feeling of quietness. His work has been described as "the poetry of silence". I am presently studying with Patricia Burns from Dublin, an artist of international standing, whose influence I greatly appreciate. And what kind of music do you like? Classical music has always interested me. It can capture a mood or be quite relaxing. My personal choice of composer is Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). He was one of a group of Baroque composers including the likes of Vivaldi, Pachelbel, Handel and Purcell that changed the mood of music and made it more accessible to a wider section of the population. My favourite contemporary musician is Canadian singer, Loreena McKenitt. Where is your favourite place, apart from Youghal, of course? I was born and brought up in Hamburg in Northern Germany. It is a major port on the North Sea and is situated at the estuary of the river Elbe.When I was a child, my mother used to bring me to the early morning markets in the city. Hamburg was waking up for the day and the chatter and bustle of the market workers was like music to my ears. The air was cool and fresh with just a hint of freshly baked bread. I am always reminded of that special atmosphere when I visit the English Market in Cork City.

contemplating the wisdom of the quotations,” Blake says. “We live in a busy world and this book will allow the reader to pause, reflect and enjoy the moment. I want them to feel a sense of peace when reading the quotations and to reflect on the power of the law of attraction.” An excerpt from the book: “We all live hectic lives and feel stressed more often than we would like. Take a few moments today to slow down, sit and take in the beauty of these photographs while reading the inspiring words of Buddha, Leonardo da Vinvi, Mahatma Gandhi, Wayne Dyer and others.You will be glad you did. Enjoy!” “Inspiring Moments: An Oasis of Calm from Daily Stress” By Marielle Blake. Hardcover | 10 x 7in | 88 pages | ISBN 9781504361156. E-Book | 82 pages | ISBN 9781504346726. Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Marielle Blake resides in Dublin, Ireland and lives with her husband, two daughters and their golden retriever, Riley. Her love of photography and travel together with her belief that “we all have the ability to tap into our inner calm” has resulted in this collection.

Storm lashed Youghal by Utta Hogan

Paddys Yard

Do you have a particular colour you like or rely on? Whatever the subject of the painting I am working on will dictate the colours I use. Different pictures can emphasise different colours. I use a very narrow palette which comprises two shades each of four colours. From these, I will mix whatever colours I need to create a composition. If I was really pushed for a particular colour, I would say Alizarin Crimson. I love the colour and the name. What is your favourite book? The book that gave me food for thought is "Sophie’s World" by Norwegian writer Jostein Gaarder. It tells the story of Sophie Amundsen, a teenage girl from Norway who is introduced to philosophical thinking and the history of philosophy by middle aged philosopher Alberto Knox through a correspondence course. When it was published in English in 1995, it was reportedly the best selling book in the world that year. It has been made in to a film, board game and a PC game. Utta Hogan was born in Germany and was brought up in the city of Hamburg. After leaving Schule Willhoeden, she studied architecture at Baufachschule for a while. Her paintings can be both dramatic and intimate, at the same time. Her canvasses depict a singular, personal view on the world. Utta tackles landscapes and still life with equal amounts of dynamism and bravery. Utta is not just an artist either. She is a devoted humanitarian. She has taken in dogs to her own home, that might otherwise have starved and perished. For many years now Utta has provided the full range of paintings for the Youghal RNLI calendars. These calendars have provided much needed funds for our lifeboat service. She also takes a keen interest in the protection of the environment and the conservation of nature. In 2016, at the Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan, there was a well received and successful group exhibition that included some of Utta Hogan's work. She is also a member of the River Barn Artists who congregate at Drumroe, Cappoquin.This eclectic group of artists are holding a combined exhibition of their work at the 2010 Gallery in Waterford city next May. Utta Hogan is a wonderful artist, a humorous and intelligent person, not to mention, a decent human being. It was really interesting to meet you, Utta, and thanks for the coffee. Next time, its my treat.

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Photographic book directs readers to quiet, mindful state Marielle Blake’s ‘Inspiring Moments: An Oasis of Calm from Stress’ shares captivating photographs, inspiring quotes MARIELLE Blake has lectured extensively and would often insert photographs into presentations as title slides or breaks. She also loves the ability of a good quotation to bring her to a peaceful contemplative place. She had the idea to combine quotations that have significant meaning to her with some of her own photography. The idea that these images and quotes may help others as they help her inspired Blake to compile this collection in “Inspiring Moments: An Oasis of Calm from Daily Stress” (published by Balboa Press). This is a photographic book with inspirational quotes from spiritual leaders. Several of the quotes in this book relate to the law of attraction and the concept that “what we think we become.” Many of the quotes deal with the determination required to succeed and overcome the obstacles everyone encounter along the way. The calming book allows readers to browse and take time to reflect on the beauty of nature while taking on board the wisdom of the quotations. “This book will direct the reader to a quiet mindful state while enjoying the beauty of the photographs and

Utta Hogan

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Pictured on the Greenway at Dungarvan is Lily Collins from Dungarvan.

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Pictured on the Greenway at Dungarvan are Irene Lawlor, Alan, Oscar and Daniel Noone.

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Pictured on the Greenway at Kilmacthomas are Harry, Millie and Dane Rothwell.

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Pictured on the Greenway at Dungarvan are Matt, Mary and Martha Brooker. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured on the Greenway at Dungarvan, Co. Waterford are Anthony, [Patrick Browne] Caroline, Aoife and Fia McGrath with Sox the dog.

Pictured on the Greenway at Dungarvan are Eddie Moran, Christopher and Meg Fitzgerald with Kate and Tom Moran. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured on the Greenway at Kilmacthomas is Adam Good.

[Patrick Browne]

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[Noel Browne]

Regina Mangan, Irial Mac Murchú, Fiachna Mac Murchú, Niamh Nic Ghiollchuda and Susan Wallace from Nemeton TV. [Noel Browne]

Paul Nolan, Waterford Chamber President, and Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent, pictured with Martin Freyne, PwC; Irene Queally, Pip n Pear, the Food & Agri Business Award winners; Orla Cooper, Clodagh Phelan and Bill Fitzgerald from Pip n Pear. [Noel Browne]

Paul Nolan, Waterford Chamber President; Deirdre Houlihan, Faithlegg House Hotel; Tammy D’Arcy, The Shona Project, with the Community & Social Enterprise Award; Frank O'Regan, Chairman of the judging panel, and Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent. [Noel Browne]

Michael and Danette Connolly, Louise Phelan, Bree Powell, Laura Mulcahy and Steven Tubbritt, Home Instead Senior Care. [Noel Browne]

Overall Award: Mayor of Waterford Cllr. Pat Nugent presents Catherine Cavanagh and Sean Ryan, The Book Centre, with the Overall Waterford Business of the Year Award. Also included are Paul Nolan, Waterford Chamber President and Teresanne O’Reilly, WLR. [Noel Browne]

Services: Jacqui Gaule, Waterford Local Enterprise Office, presents Danette Connolly, Home Instead Senior Care, with the Best in Services Award. Also included are Paul Nolan, Waterford Chamber President, and Teresanne O’Reilly, WLR. [Noel Browne]

Tourism & Hospitality: Aiden Power, Waterford Airport, presents Eamon McEneaney, Waterford Museum of Treasures, King of the Vikings, with the Tourism, Leisure & Hospitality Award. Also included are Paul Nolan, Waterford Chamber President; Aaron Jay and James Tubbritt, King of the Vikings, and Teresanne O’Reilly, WLR. [Noel Browne]

Liam Moore, Deirdre Houlihan, Eddie Flynn, Ellen Reidy and Brian Cullen, Faithlegg House Hotel.

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A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted. M.P. (6-4)

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IN MEMORIAM † AHEARNE-MULCAHY (17th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear mother Mary Ahearne-Mulcahy, late of Toor North, Aglish, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversary occurs on 25th March. We miss you smile, your joking ways, We miss the things you used to say. And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. You were always there when we needed you, No task too great or small, With a loving heart and willing hands, For us you did it all. Your life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for other’s needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories you left behind.

DALTON (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Willie Dalton, late of Currabaha, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd March, 1997. R.I.P. Mass offered. You taught us love and kindness, You taught us how to care, You bound us all together, With love few families share. You taught us many things in life, That we would have to do, But you never taught us how to cope, With the hurt of losing you.

Thank you Jack for the time we shared, For the love you gave and the way you cared, Look after him Lord as he takes his rest, For he was a husband and father and one of the best.

–Sadly missed by his loving wife Gobnait and family AnneMarie, Siobhán, Maeve and Ciaran. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church on Friday, 20th April, at 9.30 a.m.

RYAN (25th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jimmy Ryan, late of Ballycreen and Moonamean, who died on 31st March, 1993. I hold you close within my heart, And there you shall remain, You will walk with me through life, Until we meet again.

–Sadly missed by Liam, Brigid, Sinead and James and their families.

–Loving wife Maura. O’BRIEN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear mother Eileen O’Brien (née Moloney), late of Killeenagh, Knockanore, Co. Waterford, who died on 5th April, 2014. Fourth Anniversary Mass for Eileen will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Knockanore, on Sunday, 1st April, 2018, at 11.15 a.m.

–Loved and sadly missed every day by your loving daughters, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren, XXXXXXXXX.

CURRAN (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jack Curran, late of Kilrush, Dungarvan, who died on 3rd April, 2005. R.I.P.

NOONAN (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Bridie Noonan, late of Camphire and Lismore, who died on 23rd March, 2015. –She is sadly missed by her son-in-law Richie Ormonde; grandchildren Colette and Richard; nephews, nieces, relatives and her friends. Anniversary Mass for Bridie will be celebrated along with her daughter Ann Ormonde in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, in May.

DALY (2nd anniversary) – We lovingly remember Michael Daly, late of Garrynageragh, Clonea, Dungarvan, who passed away on 18th March. As each day dawns, We think of you, As each night fades, We pray for you. And throughout our lives, No matter where, In our hearts, You are always there.

–Loved and missed every day by your wife Ann; daughter Michelle; son Ivan and daughter-in-law Bronagh.

MOTHER She’s sweeter than the fragrances, That fill the dell in spring, A joy she is above the joys, That all the years can bring. She’s dearer than the dearest friend, That I will ever know, Her prayers ever guide me on, No matter where I go. And though the years have dimmed those eyes, That were so lustrous fair, ‘Tis death alone can take away, The love-light shining there. At night when kneeling down to pray, I thank our Lord above, Who was so good to give me, My Mother’s deathless love. Always in my Thoughts, Forever in my Heart, I will always love you Mammy.

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

DALTON (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Kieran Dalton, late of 2 Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died on 2nd April, 1997. R.I.P. May the God of Love and Mercy, Care for our loved one who is gone, And bless with consolation, Those left to carry on.

–Sadly missed by brothers and sisters.

your

–Your daughter Maureen; sonin-law Frank; grandchildren Ronan and Paul and great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 1st April, at 11.00 a.m. in St. Vincent de Paul Church, Garranbane.

Always so good, unselfish and kind, Never again your equal I’ll find, Honourable and true in all your ways, Loving and faithful to the end of your days. Honest and liberal, ever upright, Just in your judgment and always right, Loved by your friends and all whom you knew, One in a million, that husband was you. As time rolls on, we miss you more, A loving father, fair and kind, What amazing memories you left behind, In our hearts and thoughts always.

–Your loving wife Fiona and son David.

TIMMINS (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Thomas (Toddy) Timmins, late of Lower King Street, Abbeyside, who died on 28th March, 2000. R.I.P. Your needs in life were simple, Your love for us was true, As long as we were happy, You were happy too. Today we bring you flowers, Sprinkled with our tears, For you are still a part of us, Despite the passing years. Loved with a love, Beyond all telling, Missed with a grief, Beyond all tears.

–Sadly missed by his family at home and abroad.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † SAMUEL ROY BATTYE Old Road, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford We, the Battye family, would like to thank everyone for their support and comfort on the recent sad passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Roy Battye who passed away on 6th March, 2018. We would like to thank Dr. Griffin, Kilmacthomas Health Centre; Dr. Horgan and all the staff in the Oncology A&E and HDU Departments in University Hospital Waterford and the staff of the Oncology Department in Whitfield Clinic for their care and attention shown to Roy during his short illness. We would like to thank the CIT Nurses who travelled to the family home on a regular basis. Thanks also to the Irish Cancer Society and all the drivers. Thanks to Jenny Kirwan Pharmacy. Thanks also to John Murtagh of Kents Funeral Directors, Kilmacthomas, for their organistion and attentiveness at Roy’s wake and funeral. Thanks to Fr. Keogh, P.P.; Fr. Enright, Fr. Condon and Deacon Brendan Gallagher for celebrating the Requiem Mass. Thanks also to Kilmacthomas AFC, Kilmacthomas GAA Club and Roy’s former colleagues at Flahavans for their assistance and guards of honour. Thanks also to Dessie Norris for the beautiful singing, in particular the Nightingale which was one of Roy’s favourites. Thanks also to Kiersey’s Bar and Tearooms. Finally, thanks to all our relatives, neighbours and friends who travelled from near and far to attend Roy’s wake and funeral. As it would be impossible to thank you all individually, please accept this message as a token of our immense appreciation and heartfelt thanks for your support. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Roy’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Newtown, on Thursday, 5th April, at 7.30 p.m.

† BREDA O’BRIEN

FITZGERALD (2nd anniversary) – Treasured memories of Henry Fitzgerald, late of Garranbane, Dungarvan, who died on 5th April, 2016. R.I.P. As days go by, And the years unfold, Memories of you Dad, Will never grow old. May you and Mam Rest in peace, Always in our thoughts.

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O’RIORDAN (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of David Michael O’Riordan, late of ‘Slateways,’ Ballyneety, Dungarvan, who died on 30th March, 2016.

O’GORMAN (6th anniversary) – In celebration of the life of Paddy O’Gorman, late of Glasha, Ballymacarbry, who died on 4th April, 2012. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Fourmilewater Church on Saturday, 31st March, at 6.30 p.m. And think of him as living, In the hearts of those he touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, And he was loved so much.

–Sadly missed by Olive and all his family.

Villa Tona, Coolagh Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan Died on 30th March, 2017 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On the First Anniversary of the death of Breda, her son Eugene, daughters Mary Clare and Margaret and extended family, would like to sincerely thank all who attended the Rosary, Requiem Mass and burial. For those who telephoned, sent Mass cards, floral tributes, messages of sympathy and those who travelled long distances to show their support at such a sad time, we are truly grateful. We also wish to thank Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., for celebrating Breda’s Funeral Mass and burial. Dina Walsh for her beautiful music and singing at the Mass. Kiely’s Funeral Directors for their kindness, consideration and professionalism. A special word of thanks to our friends and neighbours who helped us through this sad time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Breda will be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on Wednesday, 4th April, 2018, at 10.00 a.m.

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LISMORE CASTLE ARTS ARTIFICE 2018

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

Billi Berzinski, Ard Scoil na nDeise.

[Pat Crowley]

From left to right - Paul Mc Aree, Lismore Castle Arts; Sarah Codd, Gallery Assistant; Eddie Rochford Whelan, St. Pauls, Winner of Lismore Castle Arts Purchase Prize; Councillor Pat Nugent, Mayor of Waterford City and County; Clare Cahill, Art Teacher; Noreen Reilly, Principal, St. Pauls School, Waterford. [Pat Crowley]

Aoife Claffey, Ard Scoil na nDeise.

Lucy Homes and Jennifer O’Keeffe, Principal, Árd Scoil na nDéise.

[Pat Crowley]

Erina Mooney, Ard Scoil na Mara, Tramore.

[Pat Crowley]

Isabelle Sheehan, Molly Veale, Blackwater Community School.

[Pat Crowley]

From left to right: Sarah Codd, Gallery Assistant; Paul McAree, Lismore Castle Arts; Ryan Kelly, St. Paul’s School, Waterford, winner, Waterford City and County Purchase Prize; Councillor Pat Nugent, Mayor of Waterford City and County; Clare Cahill, Art Teacher, St. Paul’s. [Pat Crowley]

Laoise Nic Íomhair, San Nicolas.

[Pat Crowley]

Fionn Timmins, Meanscoil San Nicolas.

[Pat Crowley]

Niamh Hayes, Ard Scoil Na nDeise.

[Pat Crowley]

Janey Maher Langan, Ard Scoil na nDeise.

[Pat Crowley]

Danielle Cantwell with her art. Also included is Sarah Codd, Gallery Assistant and Mary Foley, Art Teacher, Ard Scoil na nDeise. [Pat Crowley]

Amwlie Scholze, Ard Scoil na nDeise and Mary Foley, Art Teacher.

[Pat Crowley]

Leyla Topkaya, Ard Scoil na nDeise.

[Pat Crowley]

Ríain Ó Donnchú, Meánscoil San Nioclás.

[Pat Crowley]

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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

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st: Sean Higgins & Bob Allen; 2nd: Pat Ryan & Shelia Lonergan, Tom & Margaret Ryan, Dan Howard & Eddie Sheehan. Lucky Tables: Mary Fennessy & Ann Geary, Stephen Cunningham, Nellie Devine, Bill Leddy, Helen O’Keeffe, Mary Burnes & Helen Walsh. Raffle: Bob Allen, Mary Fennessy, Nellie Devine, Mary Pratt, Sean Higgins, Dan Howard, Pat Noonan,Viv Uniacke.

‘Go Bananas’ in support of Temple Street Children’s Hospital NATIONAL Banana Day – the day when Ireland can officially go bananas, all in aid of a good cause – will take place on Wednesday, April 18th next. Being promoted nationwide by fruit importers Fyffes, activities being held on the day will be geared towards raising funds for Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Those throughout Dungarvan wishing to make a donation of €4 can do so by texting the word BANANA to 50300. Temple Street Children’s Hospital will receive a minimum of €3.25.

Public Cardiac Meeting HEALTH Equality For the South East' gives notice that a Public Cardiac Meeting supported by all regional cardiac campaign groups is taking place this Wednesday 28th March at Granville Hotel Waterford beginning at 7.30pm. The meeting will be chaired by local business woman Louise Grubb and will feature panellists from the healthcare profession involved with the service, Dr. Ray Griffin Economic PHd WIT, Mr. Paul Nolan President of Waterford Chamber of Commerce, Matt Shanahan on behalf of HEFSE and contributions from the floor. The main objective is to discuss the ongoing regional cardiac situation and to organise activity for a south east cardiac protest in Dublin on April 14th. All persons with a 'beating heart' and most especially those impacted by the present cardiac service alignment are especially welcome to attend and contribute to discussion and action planning. Matt Shanahan PRO HEFSE

Carrick Briefs REHEARSALS are well underway at Brewery Lane Theatre for their upcoming production of Marina Carr's play 'The Mai' which will be staged from the 14th-21st April. The play is being directed by Tom Nealon. Further information later.

Abbeyside Scouts WHAT a busy number of weeks we've had, between the fun weekend in Melleray early February, late February some brave scouts hiked up the Sugarloaf in the Knockmealdowns, (in Baltic conditions), an overnight in Ballymacarbry earlier in March and toping it off with the Saint Patricks Day Parade - where the group won 2nd prize. Congratulations to all involved, both on the day and in the build up. This week’s meeting was fun and games and a little party - a celebration of our win - with just a little clean-up. After reminders it was time to get organised to go home. Remember, as it is Easter, there will be no meetings for the next two weeks. Next meeting is 11th April.

Dungarvan Flower and Garden Club MEMBERS please note our next meeting in on Wednesday, 4th April at 8.00 p.m. in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Our guest speaker for the night is Anne McKenna from Blackwater Garden Centre.

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Clancy Brothers Festival Art Trail 2018 YARN BOMBING RETURNS TO CARRICK-ON-SUIR The incredible sight of ‘Yarn Bombing’ returns to Carrick this year for the Clancy Brothers Festival Art Trail on the June Bank Holiday. Last seen in Carrick-on-Suir on the 2013 Art Trail, yarn bombing is pure artistic expression in the spirit of beautification and fun, and brings colour to urban areas by clothing trees in bright woollen pullovers. With plans to Yarn Bomb more extensively than before, and with the support of the Lions Club and the Carrick Business Centre, the Art Trail is looking for volunteer knitters. Individuals, community groups, clubs and schools are all welcome. All you need are some basic skills, brightly coloured wool,

needles and your imagination. If you can knit or crochet a patch, you can yarn bomb a tree. And if you don't know how to knit/crochet and would like to be involved, you can learn at special 'Urban Knitting' workshops at the Seán Healy Library Monday mornings at 10am from March 26th. The finished knitted masterpieces will go on display throughout Carrick in the week running up to the June Bank Holiday Weekend. Wool and supplies for knitters will be provided, but donations of wool will be gladly accepted at the Carrickon-Suir Library. Suggested dimensions for knitted pieces and further updates will be available in the library and posted up on Tudor Artisan Hub and Clancy Brothers Festival Art Trail

Facebook pages. Knitters can drop off their completed pieces to the Tudor Artisan Hub or the Carrick-on-Suir Library any time before May 18th, 2018. OPEN CALL TO ARTISTS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS The Art Trail is also seeking new, emerging and established artists and photographers for solo or group exhibitions, working in all mediums to participate in Clancy Brothers Festival Art Trail 2018, from Friday, June 1st to Monday, June 4th. The deadline for registration is Friday, 13th April, 2018. Please email your interest to tudorartisanhub@gmail.com, drop in to the Tudor Artisan Hub or call 051-640921 / 086-2560609.

Colour Run Dungarvan - Sunday, 15th April WALK | JOG | RUN .. FUN! Join us for the Dungarvan Colour Run on Sunday, 15th April, at 12.00 noon. This run isn’t about who crosses the finish line first, but about having fun along the way. Whether you're a runner, a jogger or prefer a slower pace, it's a one-of-a-kind experience where you'll win either way. Whether you’re nine or 90, it doesn't matter. From grandkids to grandparents, it's an event for the whole family. The highlights of the run are the colours.You may start out in a white t-shirt, but at each kilometre you cross a colour zone where event volunteers shower you with kaleidoscopic

powder. And by the time you cross the finish line, you're covered head to toe with colours of red, green, purple and orange. The event is being organised by Roisin Drummy and Sarah Phelan.We are TY Students from St. Augustine's College, Dungarvan. and for our TY mini company business we decided to hold Dungarvan's first ever Colour Run in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. The route is just under 5K. Registration is at Dungarvan Rugby Club at 11.00 a.m. on Sunday, 15th April, or you can register in NOW on www.eventbrite.ie. Entry is €10 for over 12s and

€5 for under 12s. The run will get underway at 12 noon down the Waterford Greenway and will continue onto Clonea beach, from there you will continue down the track back to the Rugby Club where

there will be music and refreshments! You can Run, Jog or Walk! Hope to see you all there for lots of fun for a great cause! Check out our Facebook Page – Dungarvan Colour Run 2018.

NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA LÁ DO THEAGHLAIGH I mBÁC – 14.4.2018 Beidh ‘BEO’ ar siúl Dé Sathairn, 14 Aibreán i mBaile Átha Cliath. Beimid ag ceiliúradh agus ag léiriú ár mbród don teanga os comhair an saol mór. Beidh bus saor in aisce do theaghlaigh ag dul go dtí an ócáid, ag fágáil Ionad Pobail na Rinne ag 8.30 rn. Beidh Mórshiúl ó Chearnóg Parnell, Ceolchoirm spleodrach ag Cearnóg Mhuirfean, agus Imeachtaí agus picnic do theaghlaigh. Más spéis leat dul ar an turas seo, cláraigh don bus roimh Dé Céadaoin 28 Márta ag cfdeise@gmail.com nó 058-46664. AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán. Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30r.n. go 12i.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 058-46664 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 3 i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne.Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ar fáil i

gcomhair coinne in Ionad Pobail na Rinne, Dé Máirt agus Déardaoin ach é a chur in áirithe roimh ré. Déan teagmháil le Strandside Medical i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, 05841227. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available on appointment in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday. Contact Strandside Medical for further information, 058-41227. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. 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.

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KILL CALLING ALL LADIES Register now for the VHI Women's Mini Marathon and help raise funds for the ElaineSarah Comerford Fund. 20 mothers, teens and a granny took part last year on behalf of our National School and loved it so much that they formed the Copper Coast Crackers. You can crawl, walk, jog or run, no experience necessary just a pair of runners. Training takes part every week with the fabulous Michelle Byrne of Imagine Fitness at times to suit everyone. Mondays 10.00 a.m. (not bank holidays): meet at Greenway entrance at Carrolls Cross (Dawn Meats); Tuesdays and Thursdays: 9.15 a.m. at the Anne Valley; Saturday 11.45 a.m. at Bonmahon Car Park. Our evening runs will be starting soon. If you are taking part, please contact Grace for more info at 086-3289212 or check out Copper Coast Crackers on Facebook CALLING ALL MEN, WOMEN (OVER 18S) Register now for the Waterford Viking Marathon, 1/4, half or full - and help raise funds for the Elaine-Sarah Comerford Fund. Contact Grace at 086 3289212 for more information. MARY'S INDOOR HURLING Indoor Hurling in Kill Community Centre has now finished for the Easter holidays. Watch this space for date and time for Outdoor sessions to commence for our u6s. RESCHEDULED ‘HOMETOWN’ IN GEALACH GORM THEATRE ‘Hometown' featuring U.S. born vocalist Bobbie Carey will perform in The Gealach Gorm Theatre this Saturday, March 31st at 8.00 p.m. The band also includes solo recording artist Suzanne Rowe on piano accordion, Paul Grant, long time guitarist with the late Liam Clancy on guitar, bluegrass player Gerry Madden on mandolin and Ritchie McDonald pulling up the bottom end on

bass and vocals. Covering a range of music from traditional to folk, jazz and bluegrass, as well as original material, it promises to be a superb evening of music and song. As this is sure to be a sell out, booking is advisable. Call or text 086-8569358 to book or for more information. KILL TIDY TOWNS Our next litterpick is scheduled for Saturday 14th April. More details to follow next week. There will be a meeting to discuss this litterpick as well as another few projects in the pipeline on Tuesday, 27th March at 7.30 p.m. in Kill Community Centre. If you have an interest in this section of the Kill Action Group, please come along. CLOTHES COLLECTION The next clothes collection in aid of Kill National School is scheduled for Wednesday, 23rd May. If you cannot hold your bags until then, please contact Grace at 086-3289212. All old clothes, boots, shoes, handbags, belts, towels, bedlinen (not quilts or cushions) and soft toys welcome. We no longer collect mobile phones. SUNDAY MARKET Don't miss the first of our monthly Sunday markets in Kill Community Centre this Easter Sunday, 1st April from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Home baking and teas and coffees will be available and this is a great opportunity to support local producers and crafters. Call or text 083-1022714 to book a table or for further information. KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's lotto draw in Kirwan's Bar, there was no winner of the €10,000 lotto jackpot. On the night we had one lucky match 3 winner who was Emma Gallagher. The numbers drawn were 12, 18, 24 and 26.The lotto draw was sponsored by Happy Days Newsagents & Grocery Shop Kill Village. Call into us today, do your shop, have a chat. Keep it local and keep your village alive.

BONMAHON COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITOR CENTRE The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre re-opened last Saturday, 24th March and will open all weekends in April including the Easter bank holiday 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Pop in for a cuppa and a treat! We are looking forward to seeing you all again. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY The Fabulous Fun Day is a community fund raising event taking place on Saturday, June 16th on The Copper Coast in association with The Art Hand. Please make sure to save the date and follow us on Facebook for regular updates or watch this space for more information! BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn recently were 27, 17, 25 and 32. We had no Jackpot winner but Aidan Walsh and Mary Kirwan matched 3 numbers and receive €50 each. Our next Jackpot stands at a wonderful €10,200, be sure to be in with a chance to win!

SEÁN MURPHY TALK Seán Murphy’s talk on local people and their connection with WW1 took place at the Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club on Wednesday, 21st March. There was a great attendance and Seán gave a brilliant and informative talk. We would like to thank Seán for giving his time to do the talk, also a big thank you to Austin Flynn and the Sailing Club for allowing us the use of their wonderful facility which was a big hit with those attending over the past three lectures. Our thanks also to Seán Organ for publicising our talks over the past season and our thanks to the Dungarvan Leader and Dungarvan Observer for their continued coverage of our events. This completes our lecture season until September. MUSEUM MEMBERS’ ANNUAL TRIP TO THE NORTH MIDLANDS The museum members’ annual trip this year will take place on Sunday, 29th April to Wednesday, 2nd May. There are only a few spaces left on the trip so if you are interested in booking one of these spaces please contact the museum at 058 45960.

OBJECT OF THE WEEK

ANNUAL MUSEUM FUNDRAISING BOOK SALE We are now accepting book donations in the museum for our annual fundraising book sale. Please note that we will not be accepting any books that have aged and are brown, we will not be accepting any books that date from the 1800s or earlier unless they are of historical significance and we will not be accepting any magazines unless they are of historical significance. RECENT PUBLICATIONS The Museum supplied photographs to two recently launched publications. ‘A History of the Dungarvan GAA Club from 1885-2017’ by Tony Ryan, and ‘Dunmore East A Living History’ by Maria Walsh. Both books come highly recommended and are available in local outlets. DVDS FOR SALE IN THE MUSEUM Grattan Square – Social History Documentary of Dungarvan ‘Grattan Square - Social History Documentary of Dungarvan’ is available on DVD for €10 at the Museum. This is an extremely popular film which was also shown to full houses at the SGC Cinema in Dungarvan. Along with the DVDs we also have a great selection of books for sale with local connections.

TEABAG FOR BOBBY KEANE'S BAR AND GROCERY C. 1950S Bobby Keane's was situated at 71 O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. In the 1960s he also operated as an auctioneer. He also had a fish shop next door and exported fish to the UK. The Keane family were associated with Colligan Lodge.

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. As a member you will benefit from knowing that you are supporting the important work of the Museum in County Waterford, plus being informed of various talks, new exhibitions and activities taking place throughout the year. There is also a member’s annual trip and Christmas meal. Please do consider joining us as a member. You can see the very varied and interesting work of the Museum on our website www.waterfordmuseum.ie including volunteers taking part in local archaeological digs. Call in to see us in Friary Street, or ring us on 058 45960 for more information. 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 may have in your possession which you would be willing to kindly 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. We can scan them to add to our extensive photographic archive and give you back the originals. By donating items to us you will be playing your part in helping to preserve local history for future generations. You can drop items into us in Friary Street, or call us on 058 45960 to discuss any items you are thinking of donating. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058 45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

Large attendance at the talk by Seán Murphy.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 28th MARCH, 2018 Surname Pittaway Brown McClean Harney Cuffe Damer O’Keeffe

First Name Arthur John John John Patrick Timothy William

Age 23 31 24 27

Service No. Rank 6013 Pr. 5259 Pr. 19987 Rifleman 35968 Sapper/2795 18139 & 13915 Pr. 6956 Pr. 3297 Pr.

Service Army Army Army Army Army Army Army

Unit H’hold Cav. R.I.Rifles 14Bn/Eutnen. R.I.Rifles 2.Bn. R.Eng.156Co./R.D.F. M.G. Corps & R.I.Rifles R.Mun.Fus.2Bn. Leins.Reg.2Bn.

Where Born Waterford Tramore Cappoquin Waterford Tallow Waterford Waterford

Death Category Killed in action Killed in action Killed in action Wounds Killed in action Wounds Killed in action

Date of Death 3/23/18 3/23/18 3/23/18 3/23/18 3/24/18 3/24/18 3/27/18

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

TOURANEENA TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB Weekly training continues every Wednesday night, meeting at the GAA pitch at 7.15 p.m.We are hoping to see a good turnout for the Aglish Fun Run this Easter Monday. All proceeds from the run will go towards the very worthy Crumlin Children's Hospital, Dublin. All are welcome. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Young and Bannon family on the recent passing of Elizabeth (Betty) Young, (nee Bannon), Ring, Dungarvan and formerly of Cappagh, Modeligo. Betty was predeceased by her husband Alexender (Sandy); brother Jim and sister Miriam; and will be sadly missed by her sisters Ursula and Deirdre; brother Colm; sisters-in-law Breda and Mary; brothers-in-law Hugh and Paddy; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral mass was in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, followed by internment in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO The winning numbers drawn for the €3,000 jackpot last Sunday night in Dunne’s Bar were 18, 26, 28 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn for the €800 jackpot were 4, 9, 11 and there was also no winner of this jackpot. The 5 x €20 winners were 1) Jim Cullinan, 2) Terrie Burke, 3) Donna Troy, 4) Sharon Cliffe, 5) Jonny and Issy. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Dunne’s Bar. The next draw will be on Easter Sunday night 1st April in Hanrahan’s Bar, Ballinamult for a lotto jackpot of €3,000 and if this isn’t won, there will be a second draw for a lotto jackpot of €900. Happy Easter to all. PAPAL VISIT There has been much speculation and debate in recent months about the proposed visit by Pope Francis to The World Meeting of Families (WMF) in Ireland this year. Papal visits were rare before the papacy of John Paul II who travelled to 129 countries at least once, including his visit to Ireland in 1979. The confirmation of Pope Francis’ visit to Ireland has thrown up even more debate with one of those topics being the millions it will cost for us to host the Pope in Ireland when we can’t house our homeless people or provide beds in our hospitals. It is perhaps puzzling to many of us as to why our country can’t do all three as in have the Papal visit, staff our hospitals to meet our needs and also provide accommodation for our homeless. How come we never hear that any of our politicians had to stay at home and weren’t able to rep-

resent Ireland in foreign countries or at a sporting event due to a shortfall in funding?. No doubt the debates will continue on for the next couple of months. Despite a shift in views in Catholic Ireland, one poll at the end of 2017 revealed that Pope Francis was the most popular world leader among Irish people and he does seem determined to set his office and the church on a different course than his two immediate predecessors by seeking to have a Catholic church better attuned to the challenges of living in today’s world. Doing so seems to have created opponents for him both within and outside the Vatican while at the same time, his common touch, humility and compassion have captivated Catholics across the world as well as those of other faiths. Confirmed events that Pope Francis will be participating in are on Saturday, 25th August, attendance at the WMOF2018 Festival of Familes in Croke Park and Sunday, 26th August 2018, celebration of the WMOF2018 final mass in the Phoenix Park. Volunteers are still needed for the Pope’s visit to Dublin in August and anyone that is willing and able to volunteer can contact http://www.worldmeeting.ie, or telephone 01-5676800 or email info@worldmeeting2018.ie TABLE QUIZ Don’t forget that the annual 'Brain of Ballymac' quiz is on this Thursday night, 29th March.The quiz which is hosted by the Fourmilewater hurling club will start at 8.30 p.m. sharp in Doocey's Bar. All are welcome. DARKNESS INTO LIGHT WALK 2018 Registration for the Pieta House 'darkness into light' walk on 12th May is now open and you can register at dil.pieta.ie NUISANCE CALLS/TEXTS There must be a very low level of unemployment in whatever county/countries that are hosting the platforms for people to bombard us with nuisance calls and texts as the level of communication seems to be increasing every week. The latest scam in the locality has been phone calls from a 0225458458 number where they are trying to obtain your bank details and also texts from the ‘Euro Lottery’ where they state ‘you have been selected to win 1,000 Euro in the Irish Euro Lottery! Click here https://goo.gl.VyWpTd to win. Hurry, 500 accounts only!’ Most of us assume we are clever enough not to fall for these scams but these people are unfortunately very good at what they do and there are people falling for these scams, otherwise these companies would be out of business. If you are unsure about any calls or texts, please ask for advice from the Garda station at 058 48600.

SCÓR NA bPAISTI It is just two weeks away to the Scór na bPaisti being held on Saturday night, 14th April in the Community Centre, Touraneena and training is in full swing for the Sliabh gCua boys and girls. We look forward to a great nights entertainment and seeing you there to support Sliabh gCua on the 14th. EASTER The holidays and celebrations this first quarter of the year seem to be just rolling in to each other. From Valentine’s Day, to Mother’s Day, to St. Patrick’s Day and Easter all within 6 weeks of each other. For a change we are hoping that some of the weather forecasters might be totally wrong and that those who are predicting a ‘White Easter’ and a Beast from the East 3 and possibly a Beast from the East 4 are totally inaccurate. If we are not snowed in this Easter, Waterford’s International Viking Festival ‘Vadrarfjordr’ would be a good day out for all the family. Waterford is the only city in Ireland with a Viking-derived place name and 2018 celebrates the 1100th anniversary of the conquest of York (Jorvik) in England by King Reginald of Waterford. Some of the events over the weekend include fierce Viking Battles in Cathedral Square, there will be a Viking village and Viking memorabilia and ornaments, Viking stories, songs and music from Iceland and Viking drummers from Spain not to mention the sight of the Viking longboats on the river Suir. There will be lots to entertain the whole family over the Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday. We wish the editor and staff of this newspaper and all readers, a happy, healthy and hopefully ‘sunny’ Easter. EASTER MASS TIMES The Easter mass times for St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena are 9.00 p.m. on Easter Saturday night and 11.15 a.m. on Easter Sunday. ST. MARY’S CHURCH Easter Services are as follows: Holy Thursday with Reconciliation at 7.30 p.m. Holy Friday at 7.30 p.m. and Holy Saturday Vigil Mass at 9.00 p.m. SLIABH gCUA LADIES CLUB Next meeting will be on Tuesday, 3rd April at 8.00 p.m. Our guest speaker on the night will be Brigid Kennedy from Citizens Information Service. Brigid will give a talk on the “Fairdeal Scheme” and as this is a topic of great interest to everyone it will be an open meeting and any non-members who wish to attend are very welcome.We request that anyone attending this meeting arrive before 8.00 p.m. to ensure our guest can start promptly.

Adain Quirke (Round Tower Hotel Ardmore) presenting new jerseys to Club Chairman Noel Conway for the 2018 season for our senior team. Also included in the presentation are Patrick Reardon, James O’Donnell and Stephen Keating.

ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS GOOD FRIDAY CLEAN-UP The annual Good Friday clean-up of streets, roads, car parks etc around the area will go ahead on Friday and we’ll convene at Quinn’s Cross at 4.00 p.m. Any family who has done their own road/street or area Thursday evening or Friday morning please let us know, so we don’t overlap. Wear hi viz clothing. The forecast is not good, so if it’s raining we’ll reschedule. WHITHER ARDMORE CREDIT UNION? We spoke & wrote and there was a huge petition signed to keep Ardmore Credit Union open when closure was muted last July. The closure threat followed a security audit which deemed the existing set up unsatisfactory and hence, we’ve been only served by a cash-less service on Saturday mornings since.This is pretty useless to most and unsatisfactory for all. The Credit Union powers that be met with the Management of The Community Hall to see if they could make some alterations, which they were prepared to fund, to solve the crisis. That failed. The Tidy Towns, with the cooperation of Waterford City & County Council, offered accom-

modation in The Tourist Office, which would also need alterations which the Credit Union also agreed to fund. However, the council still had some structural work to carry out on the premises and that proved very awkward and was not helped by the inclemency of the weather and an early solution is not anticipated. The Credit Union reverted to The Hall Committee recently to see if they could be accommodated in the proposed internal restructuring in the Hall and apparently that approach has failed as well. The loss of Credit Union services is a huge inconvenience to hundreds of locals, especially the elderly and those with no cars – and there are many. So what happens next, I don’t know and I wonder does our community care? SPRING TIME With freezing forecasts still around we’ve still not taken delivery of our new season baby flowers. Everything, from new potatoes to barley and grass to flowers and plants is going to be late this year after such a long and severe Winter. However, if we get a few months sunshine during the Summer, we’ll forget it all. 45 AT KEEVERS Michael & Anne Keane swept the boards last week with Brian

& Willie Keane in 2nd.There was a share of 3rd place between Gerry O’Brien & Des Fitzgerald and Tom Power & Michael O’Reilly, Biddy Power & Liz Griffin and Martin Keevers & Nora Mai O’Neill. Terry McGrath & Anne Hally were best of the last 5. PLACE NAMES COMPETITION FOR 2ND LEVEL STUDENTS The Meitheal Logainm.ie team invites post-primary school pupils to enter data about minor placenames in the vicinity of the school (or of the pupils’ homeplace) in Meitheal Logainm.ie. The best collections will be selected and featured on the Meitheal Logainm.ie homepage and will be publicised on Logainm social media. There are prizes of €300 and €150 to be won by the two best collections. Closing date: 20th April, 2018. There are some delightful and really historic place names around the parish so we hope some students might enter this. GOOD FRIDAY 45 IN ST DECLAN’S HALL The annual Good Friday Progressive 45 will take place in St. Declan’s Hall on Friday night. EASTER HAMPER Our ever popular Easter Hamper is up and running and €2 tickets can be purchased at Ardmore Post Office.

EASTER MONDAY COLLIGAN CLEAN-UP THE Colligan clean-up will meet on Easter Monday, 2nd April at the wooden bridge car park at 10.00 a.m. The morning clean up is followed by a picnic in the car park area. Local people and visitors alike have been meeting to clean up Colligan and the surrounding areas for the last 20 years and we hope that this year we will have a record number of volunteers to work together to keep our community clean.

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STRADBALLY DAFFODIL DAY COFFEE MORNING Very many thanks to all who supported the Daffodil Day Coffee Morning and Cake Sale held in St. James School on Friday morning last, including the pupils themselves.The organisers were very appreciative of help given in so many ways which realised a sum of €900 for the Irish Cancer Society. Congratulations to the winners of the raffle: Cora Marie O’Keeffe, Boyer Phelan, Sharon Costelloe and Jan Murray. EASTER CEREMONIES AND TIMES IN STRADBALLY PARISH HOLY THURSDAY Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6.00 p.m. Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 8.00 p.m. Good Friday Holy Cross Church Stradbally at 3.00 p.m. (Collection for Holy places taken up during ceremony) Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6.00 p.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 7.00 p.m. Easter Saturday Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6.00 p.m. Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 8.00 p.m. Easter Sunday morning Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9.00 a.m. Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 10.00 a.m. St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 11.00 a.m. The Easter collection for the priests of the parish will be taken up at all Masses. Trocaire boxes to be returned this weekend. ST. JAMES CHURCH OF IRELAND, STRADBALLY HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES & TIMES Maundy Thursday 7.30 p.m. St. James Church, Stradbally Eucharist and Vigil Good Friday 7.30 p.m. St. James Church, Stradbally An Hour at the Cross

Saturday Easter Eve 9.00 p.m. St. James Church, Stradbally Easter Eve Vigil. Celebrant Bishop Michael Burrows. Easter Sunday morning 7.00 a.m. Mahon Falls Sunrise Service. Celebrant Canon B. O’Rourke. 9.45 a.m. Comeragh Church Holy Communion Service. Celebrant Canon G. Cliffe. 11.00 a.m. St. James Church, Stradbally Holy Communion Service. Canon B. O’Rourke. EASTER MARKET The local producers will be ready and willing to supply all your Easter needs next Saturday at the Cove Bar from 10.30 a.m. until 12.30 p.m.With the usual range of fresh home baking and assortment of vegetables and fruit to suit every need. There will be complimentary tea/coffee for all shoppers.There is also a huge range of cards for all occasions and framed pictures of local scenes by Colette and her unusual range of sweets at give-away prices. If you are local or a visitor put the Stradbally market on your things to do next Saturday morning. DURROW DANCE HALL Waterford County Museum are in the process of compiling a book on the history of the Greenway. One of the many locations of interest along the route is Durrow Dance Hall. If anyone has any old photos or information on this please contact Cian Flaherty on 086-8961747 or email cianflaherty96@gmail.com “MACBETH THE PANTO” FINALLY IN THE BARRON HALL This Easter “MacBeth the Panto” will finally be performed in Stradbally. The show was postponed by storm Emma, but the cast, and dancers, are ready to have another go. There will be two performances on Easter Saturday (2.30 p.m. and 8.30 p.m.) and one on Easter Sunday (7.00 p.m). “MacBeth the Panto” is new, and according to one source it is funnier than Shakespeare’s version and shorter. Tickets may still be available from the Village shop, and bookings on 087-7160700.

The StradballyYoung Female Troopers, a very talented group of singers and dancers.

MacBeth The Panto HERE at last. This weekend “MacBeth the panto” finally opens in Stradbally. The new version of the old story has been simmering for a month, postponed by the drifting snow of storm Emma. With a large cast, a troupe of dancers, and a special guest act, “MacBeth the panto” is as ready as ever for the small stage at the Barron Hall. The director, Dave Pollock, has advised fans not to buy tickets at inflated prices from dubious sources, but instead try the village shop, or the booking number at 087-7160700 where tickets should be available at €10 each, or €5 for children. “But you’ll have to be quick” says Dave, “we’re only

doing the two shows on Easter Saturday and one on Sunday. After that the scripts in the bin.” “MacBeth the panto” opens with three witches on stage, but ends with twenty five actors and dancers shoulder to shoulder. “It is my ambition to get thirty on stage in the Barron Hall, but twenty five is a record, and the noise is unreal” claims the director. Next year’s pantomime is still to be chosen. Inspired by the recent weather, the director is thinking of adapting Doctor Zhivago, or perhaps trying a bit of Tolstoy. Richard Cutbill

Mental Health Awareness Charity Cycle - Easter Sunday, 1st April MENTAL health and suicide awareness charity cycle will take place this Easter Sunday, 1st April. It will start at 10.00 a.m. sharp from Leamybrien go through Downey's Cross, to Durrow the Five Cross Roads on to Bunmahon and Kill, on to Kilmeaden and back to Leamybrien for refreshments and the craic. This charity cycle is all about promoting a positive mental health and to remove the stigma that is attached to mental health and suicide. It’s time to look after our mental health and to let people know that mental health should be treated the same as any illness. There should be no shame around mental health so please come out and support this very important cause.You can cycle and if you don’t have a bike you can help on the day or you can donate to this very important cause. Registration starts from 9.00 a.m., you can also register online. Thanks for all your help so far. Liam Brazil

Are the Three Witches considering strewing the Hairy Scotsman.

Special Guest Artists (doing the Producer a favour I hear!) The Deadly Brothers International Famous Rock Band.

The complete Company on stage for the fantastic final act.

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Cúrsa Spioradálta do Ghaelgeoirí 2018 TIONÓLADH an Cúrsa Spioradálta do Ghaeilgeoirí ar an deire seachtaine 10ú/11ú Márta 2018. B'é téama na bliana seo ná " An Teaghlach - i Saol na hEaglaise". Seachtar is fiche a bhí i láthair thar an deire seachtaine, agus fáiltíodh go mór romhainn sa dá ionad ina rabhamar i mbliaina, sin Mainisir Chnoic Mhellerí agus Mainistir Mhuire i nGleann Chaortainn. Seo an 64ú bliain den Cúrsa a thosnaíodh i 1954 agus a lean ó shoin gan stad ach amháin bliain an galar Crúb agus Béal. Go bhfuil éileamh ar a leithéid sa lá atá inniu ann, is comhartha dochaís dúinn agus dílseacht an lucht freastail a dtagann ó cian is ó cóngar. Cé gur cúrsa tradisiúnta agus cineál sean aimsireach atá againn, meallann sé daoine nua gach bliain. Is deis í seanachas, paidreoireacht, cleachtadh creidimh agus spás pearsanta i dteannta an Tiarna a fhaílt ag an gcúrsa. Táimíd buíoch arís dár sean chara agus stiúraitheoir Athair Uinseann Ó Maidín, O.C.S.O agus don Siúr Máiréad Nic Dhonnchadha O.C.S.O. a dtug léachtanna breátha dúinn, bunaithe ar an dtéama, le tagairtí don Scrioptúir agus ábhair macnaimh san áireamh. Táimid buíoch freisin don Athair Micheál de Listúin, agus don Athair Seán Ó Cadhla a thug tacaíocht dúinn le linn imeachtaí na deire seachtaine. Gabhaimíd fíor bhuíochas leis an Ab Risteárd Ó Puirséal O.C.S.O a fáíltíodh romhainn agus a thug a bheannacht dúinn i nGaeilge ag an Aifreann có-léite sa mhainistir, leis an Máthair Ab Marie Fahey a chuir áíseanna ar fáil duinn ar an Domhnach, agus don Siúr Maria Therese a thug miniú iontach ar an Icón Amoris Laetitiae. Mar is gnáth bhí na béiltí thar barr agus táímíd buíoch do Thaghg agus lucht na cistine, do Christina agus an Bráthair Séamus as ucht áiseanna an aoi-teach a réitiú duinn. Thiomáin Páidí Ó Fiannusa sinn go dti Gleann Chaorthainn, agus rinne Bríd de Róiste an griangraf a thógaint mar cuimhneacháin ar an gcúrsa. Ní feidir dearmad a dhéanamh ar Liam Mac Cionnaith, Nóirin Ó Dálaigh agus Coiste Dháil na Mumhan as ucht an cabhair agus an tacacíocht a thugann siad dúinn. Sí Aine Ni Fhiannusa a bhí i mbun an clár agus an ceoil, agus táím buíoch don Athair Frank Mac Brádaigh agus an tSiur Máiréad Ni Bhuachalla, An Timire, a thug cabhair agus comhairle dhom. Táimíd buíoch dos na páipéirí áitiúla agus Radio na Gaeltachta agus do Mhicheál Uí Dhrisleáin ar WLR FM a chur agallamh orm chun an Cúrsa a fhógairt. Guímís orthu go léir,agus ar ár gcáirde dílse ar Shlí na Fírinne agus iad siúd nach raibh in ann freastail orainn i mbliana. Go mbeirimíd beo ag an am seo arís. The annual Cúrsa Spioradálta for Gaeilgeoirí was held on the weekend of 10th/11th March, in two centres this year, Mount Melleray Abbey and Glencairn Abbey. We had 27 attendees over the weekend and the theme for this Cursa was "An Teaghlach" - The Family in the life of the Church. Very inspiring talks were given by An tAthair Uinseann O Maidín O.C.S.O and Sr Mairéad Nic Dhonnchadha O.C.S.O on the theme of the Family, and references in Scripture made this theme very relevant for the year that is in it with the imminent visit of Pope Francis, le cúnamh Dé. This was the 64th year of the Cúrsa Spioradálta do Ghaeilgeoirí, which makes it unique as it has been held annually since 1954 in Mount Melleray with the exception of the year of the Foot and Mouth outbreak. We were delighted with the participation of the attendees and thank an tAthair Micheál de Listúin and Fr Seán O Cadhla for their added input. We are especially grateful to the new Abbott of Mount Melleray, Dom Richard Purcell O.C.S.O. who welcomed our group, imparted his blessing and read parts of the Mass i nGaeilge blasta. Mother Marie Fahey also welcomed us at Glencairn where part of our retreat was held on Sunday, 11th March. Sr. Marie Therese gave a wonderful explanation of the Icon Amoris Laetitiae which we are familiar with for the forthcoming World Meeting of Families in August. Our thanks to Tadhg and the team for feeding us so well, to Brother Séamus, guestmaster, for looking after our resident participants. Thanks to Liam Mac Cionnaith and Dáil na Mumhan for their continued support of the Cúrsa, and to Paudie our bus driver, and Brid Roche who took our memorial photograph which forms part of the history of the Cúrsa annually. I thank Fr. Frank Mac Bradaigh, Sr. Mairéad Ní Bhuachalla at An Timire for their help and advice when creating our programme. Aine Ni Fhiannusa was in charge of the programme and the music. Our thanks to the local papers, The Dungarvan Leader and The Dungarvan Observer, to Radio na Gaeltachta, and to Michéal Ó Drisleáin at WLR FM for their kind assistance in publicising our Cúrsa. We pray for them all, and for our friends who could not be with us this year and for all those who used to attend but have now passed to their final reward. The Vesper bell was ringing as we arrived back to Melleray and that signalled the end of another wonderful gathering. Le cúnamh Dé we will gather again in 2019.

Geraldine Power, Secretary BAD presenting a cheque to Emily's dad Sean for the Emily Byrne Fund.

Ballinameela Aglish Dramatics SO the curtain has come down on B.A.D's 2018 production, and what a success it was. Second Honeymoon by Sam Cree was Dan Fenton's directorial debut but he sparkled with a hugely competent and confident production in which he wove a cast of experience and talent into a magic carpet of comedy theatre at its finest. William O’Brien was the protagonist in this laugh out loud comedy and his comic timing has not left him. If anything has only been fine tuned over the years. His stage wife Caroline O’Connor dazzled in her "supportive" role. Viki Mulhall and Henry O’Keefe, and Pat O’Brien ensured that B.A.D was not without its usual stalwarts. Henry's flamboyant character will live long in the memory. Pat's tales of war had us enthralled momentarily and Vicki showed how she has recently mastered the art of puppetry as she handled he "dog" with ease. Elaine Flavin provided some youthful fervour as she played with acclaim, the newly married wife. Her stage husband Cormac O’Mahoney was welcomed to B.A.D. and gave a stellar performance in a bid to get his way in the marriage. Sheelagh McGrath was her usual brilliant self portraying the old woman of the house who had a less than optimistic view on...everything. Emma Barrett returned to us and picked up exactly where she left off with a terrific showing of a girl, desperate to land her dream sailor! Austin Halley was the sailor in question and definitely gave us the impression that this sailor was more at home on the sea than on land, which gave some great

comic moments for the audiences every night.The final pairing was Michael Hourigan and Gina McGrath who together worked seamlessly to play the downtrodden husband and the snobby wife who has full control. Few who witnessed Michael Hourigan's character standing up to her, albeit momentarily, will ever forget it for its sheer entertainment. All in all it was a fantastic ensemble and one which had full houses every night, rolling around in the aisles. A huge well done to everyone involved, from Dan, through to the cast and crew, along with Front of House, ticket sellers, parking attendants, set construction, make up, and anyone who helped make this venture the success it was. Each of you can take a bow and we hope to see you all again very soon. The club's annual celebratory outing will take place on Saturday, April 28th, starting in Crews restaurant. Numbers will be finalised closer to the date so if you want a place at the table we will be asking you to make it know in the coming weeks. This is a night for everyone who played any part in making the production a success to come along and have a good ol' knees up and a great night will be guaranteed. Every year B.A.D. likes to take a reality check on itself and give ourselves a stark reminder of perspective and donate money to a number of local worthy charities. We like to put good entertaining shows on for audiences but while we give it our all, we do realise that it is just a stage and that some parts that people play in reality can put everything into perspective.

It is good not to lose sight of what is really going on in communities around us and B.A.D. is proud to be able to support some of these every year. This year, the three charities picked were Carriglea Cairde Services,The Emily Byrne Fund, and The Richard Fitzgerald Fund. Carriglea and B.A.D. have had a long standing partnership and we are eternally grateful for the use of their hall for our productions. We ho paths partnership continues long into the past. Emily Byrne is a 9 month old trooper from Knockanore who is on the waiting list for a liver transplant. She is in and out of hospital every week and a fund was set up to help the family with the growing costs involved these situations.We hope B.A.D's donation can help ease the financial pressure for a little while. Richard Fitzgerald is a 12 year old Dungarvan native recently diagnosed with DIPG, an aggressive and inoperable brain tumour. Survival times post diagnosis are about 9 months so a fund was set up to help his family create memories they can cherish, while

he is still strong enough to do so. Three very worthy causes indeed. CHARITY CD The club would like to congratulate John Stack who was musical director on a fabulous charity CD which was launched last weekend. John presided over the group of local singers who recorded a unique version of Coldplay's "Fix You". A YouTube video accompanies the song's release, and if you haven't seen it, we urge you to do so as it is very moving. Funds raised from sales will go to The Richard Fitzgerald Fund. The CD is available to buy in various shops around Dungarvan, or by downloading from cdbaby.com so keep an eye out. Type "Song For Richard" into YouTube to view the video but be warned, tissues will need to be on hand. So after all that, B.A.D will retire from the stage for the coming months to plan another project which will hopefully be as successful as our previous endeavours. We hope you will all be as supportive in the future and look forward to entertaining you in the near future.

Dan Fenton, Chairperson BAD presenting a cheque to Jully Garcia Sheehan for The Richard Fitzgerald Fund.

Dan Fenton Chairperson BAD presenting a cheque to Lisa Horwood of Carriglea Cairde Services.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY By Donal Buckley

Cat Ballyhoo

MY name is "Woof". I am a cat.Yes, my humans have a peculiar sense of humour. I was just a little black kitten, looking for a place to sleep. Some place cosy and sheltered from the breeze. How was I to know I had snuggled down in a dog bowl. I couldn't even read. I really must stop sniffing shoes. Apparently, my name is actually spelled WOOPH. This is to follow the tradition of my sisters PHantom, PHelix and PHaedra. My crazy cousin who keeps chasing his own tail is called SpirograPH and his fellow tail chasing brother is called PHool. My humans have notions of Greek heritage. Was that a butterfly? It’s been a tough life, to be truthful. I was born, at an early age, in a suitcase. My mother abandoned me almost immediately, to go and get some food. She returned 20 minutes later, but I never recovered from that rejection. I've been checking my breath ever since. Ooooh!, a feather. At times, it was a struggle for the fourteen of us in that suitcase. We discussed the possibility of extending the family home in to the rusty microwave next door but the central heating had been cut off, literally. So we drew lots. I lost and had to move in with the humans. And humans are suckers for loud purring and a weeping eye. I saw a badger once. The trouble with humans is they see a slight quirk in your character and they want to fix it. That's how the weeping eye got me an all expenses paid trip to the sprawling metropolis of Dungarvan and the vet. I still don't understand why I had to stay overnight just for a sore eye. I can feel a draught. My humans think I need company, so they added my aunty Megan to the household. She's a cantankerous old crone. She must be almost 12 months older and keeps hissing at me. She expects me to go for a walk with her every day. But as soon as we step outside the door, she doubles back and smiles at me through the frosted glass. I don't think she likes me very much. What are ducks for? Ever since that trip to Dungarvan, I seem to have lost the desire to chase my cousins Philomena and Phionnuala. It’s not that I can't chase them, I just don't get the point, anymore. And neither does anyone else. Did somebody say food? I think I'll stick around with the humans for a while. At least until the threat of snow is gone. Then I might strike out on my own. Some of my siblings are talking about starting a family. I hear the suitcase is vacant again. Personally, for some reason, I prefer the bachelor life. Maybe I'll ask Auntie Megan to explain the facts of life to me. Or, maybe not. Sun is shining. Ballinameela Creatives support the right to be an individual. Sir Walter Scott once said,"Cats are a mysterious kind of folk. There is more passing in their minds than we are aware."

THE PASSING OF FR. FITZGERALD We offer our sincere sympathies to the family of Fr. Fitzgerald on his recent passing. He had a long association with our parish and was the founder of the St. Olivers GAA Club. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. FINISK VALLEY AC Finisk Valley AC will be hosting an Assistant Athletic Coaching course on Saturday, April 7th in Ballinameela. If interested please contact Tricia on 087-6566931. The track and field season is starting up shortly and here are a few dates/events coming up in the month of April. St. Senans AC Open T+F competition on Easter Monday, 2nd April in Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny. Ferrybank Open Sports April 8th in the RSC, Waterford. Leevale A.C. Juvenile Meet on Sunday 22nd April, CIT Track, Cork Munster Junior & U/23 T&F & Juvenile Pentathlon Championships, Saturday, 21st April, Templemore, Co. Tipperary. Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age

limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session. AGLISH FUN RUN / WALK The 6th Annual Aglish Fun Run / Walk takes place on Easter Monday, 2nd April. All proceeds to Children’s Hospital Crumlin. Registration from 10.30 a.m. in Aglish Community Hall and costs €7 / or a Donation. Run 5k/10k or walk 5k. Run starts at 11.30 a.m., Walk at 11.40 a.m. Loads of spot prizes and food and refreshments after Run / Walk. So far the five runs has generated over €25,000 for Crumlin. Hope to see all our old friends and new one's as well on Easter Monday. AGLISH OPERATION TRANSFORMATION Aglish Operation Transformation continues every Tuesday evening in Aglish Community Hall at 6.30 p.m. Walk at 6.50 p.m. Everyone welcome. BODY CONDITIONING AND CIRCUIT TRAINING CLASSES Body Conditioning and Circuit Training Classes on in Ballinameela Community Centre every Monday night between 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. Classes cost €5. All levels of fitness catered for. Enquiries text or call 0878229762. 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. 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. 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 2 ways. Firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.com munityalert.ie

BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also. Mary Curran is responsible for the month of March for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on 0863337552. LOTTO RESULTS 26/3/18– Numbers drawn were 16, 27 and 30.There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Graham Horwood, Ballygambon; Adam Ahearne, Scart; Alan Curran, Kilnafarna; 5 Large Bottles c/o Maureens; Mary Cummins, Woodstock. Next week’s Jackpot €650 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.

Youghal Lace Group welcomed some International visitors at their regular lace making meeting in Youghal Library last week as part of the 2018 Lifelong Learning Festival. Pictured back row left to right are Rafael Rubio (Spain), Marina O’Loughlin, Nora Newsom, Maria Jose Juan (Spain), Bridgid Keane, Marian O’Halloran Librarian, Agnes Morrison. Front row left to right: Pilar Prieto (Spain) and Joanne Cahill (USA).

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Lismore Tidy Towns say no to throwaway cups – Pictured above are people from the town community including Tidy Towns members who attended the launch of the Lismore reusable drink cup at the Millennium Park Lismore on Tuesday, 20th March.

LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns LISMORE TIDY TOWNS SAY NO TO THROWAWAY CUPS Tuesday, 20th March was a lovely Spring day to launch three initiatives by Lismore Tidy Towns to encourage people to use reusable cups for takeaway drinks. The launch took place in Lismore's Millennium Park in the presence of some of the town's business community, local schools, Lismore Tidy towns members, staff of Lismore Heritage Company, Ms. Ella Ryan and Mr. John Foley representing Waterford City & County Council. It was also great to have students from the recently formed Green Schools Committee at Blackwater Community School. After a welcome address by Lismore Tidy Towns chairperson Mr. Willie Henry Ms. Ella Ryan Environment Awareness Officer Waterford City & County Council said how delighted she was to work with Lismore Tidy Towns when she was contacted by the group in October about the problem of disposable cups and their negative effect on the environment. Under the council's “Resuse” programme Ms. Ryan made available a quantity of “Keep Cups” to Lismore Tidy Towns who distributed them to local cafes providing takeaway drinks. Those cafe owners then usde their own discretion to supply a free cup only to its regular drink takeaway customers and encouraged to bring that cup with them when buying their daily coffee/tea.

The second initiative launched on the day was Lismore’s own unique reusable cup. This was a joint venture between Lismore Tidy Towns and Lismore Heritage Centre and thanks to tidy towns members Willie Henry and Mary O’Brien and Lismore Heritage staff Mealla Fahey and Alice O’Donoghue for coming up with the cup design and doing all of the other work involved. The following businesses have agreed to sell the cups at €6 each: Lismore Heritage Centre, The Vault Cafe, Roche's Centra Supermarket, The SummerHouse and Houlihan's Garage. The newly launched reusable cup has a screwcap lid and is perfect for any hot or cold drink and can be used any day of the year. Its unique lid design means you can drink directly from the secure cap. BPA free, dishwasher and microwave safe. For the regular takeaway coffee/tea drinker regular use of a cup such as this will help the user to play a part in reducing plastic waste in the local area. Launching the Conscious Cup Campaign was the final part of the launch day. Four local businesses have agreed to sign up to this campaign - The Vaults, Lizzie Brien's,The Summer House and Roche's Centra. The Conscious Cup Campaign is Ireland's first campaign to eliminate disposable cups. It was begun by a group of concerned individuals and volunteers linked to the Zero Waste movement in Ireland which has gained over 6,000 followers online in less than two years.

Similar campaigns to Ireland's Conscious Cup Campaign are happening worldwide. These include the Responsible Cafe in Australia, Conscious Cafe & Kill the Cup in the United States and Responsible Cafe Network in the United Kingdom. Support the Conscious Cup campaign where you see the symbol displayed and help make Lismore and Ireland a throwaway/disposable cup free zone. Thanks to Sorcha national coordinator of the Conscious Cup Campaign for all of her help and encouragement.Thanks also to Aoife and other staff at the Heritage Centre who helped on the launch day and local photographer Mary Glavin who took photos on the day. On the work front the Lismore Tidy Towns work team had a gentle introduction to the start of this year's outdoor work with litter pick up on the Ballyduff Road and the Cappoquin Road and filled four large sacks of waste. The CES team have also been hard at work weeding beds and doing general maintenance work in Lismore's environs over the past week ECO TIP OF THE WEEK How to ditch the plastic:Help the war on plastic and make simple little paper pots for seed sowing from newspapers. Wrap the paper several times around a cylindrical item such as a bottle to get the shape and then tuck in the end and remove the item. You can also use cardboard egg cartons, toilet rolls or ready to use biodegradable pots which can be purchased at garden centres.

Winners of Best Slogan on how to promote recycling Lismore Primary School.

Lismore Foróige host Primary School Quiz LISMORE Foróige hosted the annual Primary School Quiz, recently. We would like to thank the 22 teams that attended and had a fun night also thanks to the Blackwater Community School who gave us the use of their hall.

Modeligo Primary School team win 2nd Prize.

Well done to the Foróige members who organised the quiz and took charge on the night. Congratulations to Modeligo Primary School they won 1st & 2nd Prize also to the Lismore team who came up with the winning slogan on how to promote recycling.

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Lismore Dramatic Society

Musical Magic - The Big Hits from Broadway’s Biggest Shows OPENING night is fast approaching for Lismore Dramatic Society's upcoming production "Musical Magic" which promises once again to be a fabulous nights entertainment for all the family, containing song and dance from some of 'Broadway’s Biggest Shows'. From the opening number of 'Oliver' with 'Fagans gang' up to no good and "Dodger" leading innocent children astray to the closing 'Soul Sounds" of 'Motown' this wonderfully talented and enthusiastic cast will take you on a musical journey through the sweet tones of "The Sound of Music" with The 'Von Trappe Family' then into the intriguing story of 'WICKED' starring the two Witches 'Glinda' and 'Elphaba'. After the interval the stage will be invaded by "The Revolting Children" and Matilda and then 'Danny' and 'Sandy' will have you singing your old 'rock and roll favourites from the seventies hit "Grease'. the finale will be a "Motown song Contest" which with audience participation should bring the house down and have you singing and dancing in the aisles and who knows maybe from this experience you

will get the "calling" to entertain audiences in future productions her at the Courthouse Theatre. So put the dates in your diary and join us with your friends and families for an uplifting nights entertainment. Tickets are selling fast at the Heritage Centre so call them on 058-54975 or call in to purchase tickets for the show of your choice. A matinee will take place on Sunday, 8th April at 2.30 p.m. which will give an opportunity

to some very young fans to attend many of whom will grace the stage here in the not too distant future future. An awful lot of work and long hours goes in to staging such a production and we are blessed to have so many talented people at our disposal to ensure no stone will be left unturned in producing a memorable and hugely entertaining show for all. We look forward to seeing you all and thank you for your continued support.

The cast of "Musical Magic" rehearsing for the upcoming Production in The Courthouse Theatre Lismore which opens on Friday, 6th April.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart Easter Ceremonies

EASTER INOUR PARISH So we will tell our sacred Faith story during Holy Week and we would love you to come and participate with us. Try and set aside these times to be with us for these celebrations of our Faith.. Holy Thursday 29th March Holy Thursday 29th at 7.00 p.m. in Ballysaggart. Mass of the Lord’s Supper with a shortened version of the Washing of Feet. Please bring your Family Fast Trocaire Boxes and these will be brought to the altar after the Gospel. Holy Hour of quiet prayer. Holy Thursday 29th at 8.15 p.m. in St. Carthage’s. Mass of the Lord’s Supper with a shortened version of the Washing of the Feet.

Please bring your Family Fast Trocaire Boxes and these will be brought o the altar after the Gospel. Procession to the Altar of Repose. Holy Hour of quiet prayer. Good Friday 30th March Ecumenical Way of the Cross led by Rev. Dean Paul Draper and Fr. Michael Cullinan from St. Carthage’s Church at 12.00 noon via Chapel St. Main St. North Mall to St. Carthage’s Cathedral.This is the only organised Way of the Cross. Solemn Good Friday Liturgy at 3.00 p.m. in St. Carthage’s Church. Special collection for the poor Christians in the land of Jesus’ Birth. Solemn Good Friday Liturgy at 7.00 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church Ballysaggart. Special collection for the poor Christians in the land of Jesus’ Birth. March 31st Easter Vigil 9.00 p.m. This is a Baptismal Liturgy when we renew our Baptismal Promises We will welcome Rory Joseph Condon who will be baptised during this Mass.

1st April Easter Sunday Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m.We will welcome the parents and children who were baptised here since last Easter. Hospitality after Mass. Mass at 11.00 a.m. in St. Carthage’s.We will welcome the parents and children who were baptised here since last Easter. Hospitality after Mass. Remember the Easter collection to support your Bishop and Priests. Thanks Thanks to the choirs who prepared well for our Parish celebrations. Thanks to the Altar Society for giving colour to both churches. Thanks to the Readers and Eucharistic ministers who are so faithful to their ministry. Thanks to those who give generously to the many Parish demands on their resources as well as those who are collectors in the Parish. Thanks to the altar servers and the parents who support them in this Parish ministry. Thanks to both sacristans for the faithful work. Happy Easter to all who connect through this paper.

BALLYDUFF UPPER TIDY TOWNS Ballyduff Upper Tidy Towns will hold their annual Litter Pick on Saturday, April 14th. Everyone will meet at River Action at 9.00 a.m. Please bring high vis jacket and pickers if you have them. More pickers, gloves and bags will be provided on the day. It would be great to see everyone get involved in this event to help clean up our village and our surrounding areas. Please spread the word. BALLYDUFF UPPER GAA Senior Hurling Cham- pionship – Our senior hurlers kick start their 2018 campaign on Saturday, March 31st against An Rinn. Throw in for this first round game is at 4.00 p.m. in Fraher Field. The management team and players have been preparing diligently for this game and we encourage everyone to get behind the lads for this very important game. Senior Hurling League – Senior Hurling League result: Ballyduff Upper 0-21; Dungarvan 2-18. Team: C. Sheehan, J. Hannon, S. Hannon, O. Leamy, M, Kearney, C. Murray, J. Kearney, M. Kearney, S. Hannon, S. Kearney, A. Casey, S. Kenny, F. Hickey, E. Murray, S. Casey Sub: E. O’Brien for S. Casey. Minor Football – Our minor footballers take on The Nire in Ballymacarbry on Wednesday, March 28th at 6.15 p.m. Club Shop – Our online club shop with O’Neills Sport is now up and running. There is a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available. The club shop can be reached by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper. Membership – Club membership is now due for renewal with a number of options available:

Membership along with a Déise Draw year subscription and year subscription for the Club lotto is €240. Membership along with Club lotto subscription for the year is €150. Club membership alone is €50. Lotto subscription alone for the year is €100. Déise Draw subscription alone for the year is €90. Please contact membership officer Eugene Flynn or any club officer for further information. Club Lotto - Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before Sunday Mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. LADIES FOOTBALL Thank you to everyone who supported the Table Quiz last Saturday. There was a great crowd and a good night was had by all. Unfortunately, the Easter Egg Hunt due for Easter Monday has been cancelled. CD LAUNCH Famed Accordion Player Bobby Gardiner is launching his latest Album “Melodeon Mad” in The Local in Dungarvan Wednesday, 28th March at 7.30 p.m. Bobby is originally from Clare and now lives in Burncourt. He has been teaching accordion and concertina in Ballyduff since 1982. His first album was released in 1962. Best of luck Bobby! BALLYDUFF UPPER PARENT & TODDLER GROUP The Parent and Toddler Group meet every Friday morning 9.30 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. €2 per session. Parents, grandparents, childminders all welcome - enjoy a cuppa and a chat.

DANCE FOR FUN There are adult set dancing classes each Thursday night in the Carnegie Centre at 8.30 p.m. All levels are welcome. An evening of fun and getting fit at the same time! BALLYDUFF DRAMA GROUP Huge congratulations to our Drama Group who have scooped up six wins on the drama circuit! Well done to all involved!! CONDOLENCES Condolences to the family of Shamie Power, Ballyvecane, Glencairn. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 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 and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087 2273737. ST. MICHAEL'S CHURCH, BALLYDUFF UPPER PASTORAL COUNCIL Easter Ceremonies in St. Michael's Church, Ballyduff Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday, 29th March at 8.00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, 30th at 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross on Good Friday at 8.00 p.m. Holy Saturday Vigil at 8.30 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass at 11.00 a.m. The Pastoral Council wishes everyone a holy and happy Easter. Thinkers and Doers The yearly festival is coming up. If you would like to help out but don't know how, contact Denise on 087 2273737 or at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com

Ballyduff Upper NS Clothes Collection A CLOTHING Recycling Drive in aid of Ballyduff National School will take place on Friday, June 22nd, 2018 at Millennium Sports Hall, Ballyduff. Please drop off all items before 9.30 a.m. Collection will also take place at 9.30 p.m. on Thursday evening, June 21st. Please donate all your unwanted clothes also bed linen, towels, curtains, shoes, bags, belts, boots, old work boots, wellingtons and soft toys.

Wearable clothes will be recycled and reused and other items will be recycled for items such as, industrial wipes or soundproofing. No Household Bric A Brac. To make arrangements for collection of items please contact: Noreen Geary 086-0781326 or Louise McGuinness 068-1859727. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 24th MARCH 2018 Numbers drawn were 5, 7 and 27. No winner. €25 winners Nick Troy, Modeligo; Jim Cliffe, Cappagh; Jack & Oisin Quinn, Modeligo; David McGrath, Clashmore. Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Lots of extra prizes next week in the Easter draw. Next week’s Jackpot €1,700. COMMUNITY CENTRE Modeligo Community Centre meeting postponed to Tuesday, 3rd April in Community Centre at 8.00 p.m. All clubs to have

their delegates in attendance. MODELIGO /AFFANE HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES Modeligo Holy Thursday - Mass of the Last Supper at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday - Stations of the Cross at 3.00 p.m. Easter Sunday - Mass of the Resurrection at 10.00 a.m. Affane Good Friday - Stations of the Cross at 8.00 p.m. Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil at 8.15 p.m. COMMUNITY ALERT Modeligo Community Alert AGM will take place in

Modeligo Community Centre on Wednesday, 28th March at 8.30 p.m. All welcome. CONDOLENCES Sincere sympathies to the extended Bannon family on the death of Betty who passed away during the week. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro-turf or Hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre Phone (058) 52746 – email ocappdev@eircom.net – Facebook – Cappoquin Community Centre CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE FACILITY The children of the Crèche and Pre-school have just completed a very busy term. The Pre-school are now enjoying the Easter holidays. One of the big events of the last few weeks was winning “The Best Float” in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Cappoquin.The entry “Pirates and Princesses on the Blackwater” was a credit to all involved. The children really enjoyed being part of this community event. Well done to all the parents who turned out all their pirates and princesses in style. A special “thank you” to Cappoquin Salmon & Trout Angling Association in particular Association Secretary Jeremy Nicholson who provided us with the boat and jeep, Jeremy was so helpful. To Dave and Shauna, what a great job you did again this year on the signage and artwork. The childcare facility is now working at full capacity.There will be a new intake of pupils to the free preschool after Easter for the afternoon session. If you are interested, please contact Maria or Kerry if you have a child that is 31/2 years or older. Names are also being taken for the new pre-school year in September 2018. Wishing all our children and their families a very Happy Easter THREE MAJOR CONCERTS IN MAY AND JUNE 2018 Michael English playing in Concert on Thursday, 24th May, 2018 – Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce that Michael English will play in Concert on Thursday, May 24th with the show starting at 8.00 p.m.Tickets on sale at €25. Michael continues the line of outstanding acts playing in Cappoquin. Another brilliant night is guaranteed from one of the Ireland’s top Country Music performers. Nathan Carter playing in Concert on Saturday, 16th June, 2018 – Cappoquin Community Centre are thrilled to welcome back Nathan Carter to play in Concert on Saturday, June 16th. If previous concerts are anything to go by a great night is guaranteed! High Kings playing in Concert on Saturday, 30th June, 2018 – Cappoquin Community Centre are proud to have the High Kings to play in Concert on Saturday, June 30th. This bands reputation is second to none with a fantastic show assured. PARTNERSHIP WITH WATERFORD SPORTS PARTNERSHIP We are pleased to announce a new partnership arrangement with Waterford Sports Partnership which

begins this week. This is a “Learn to Love Fitness” programme for teenage girls. It is an educational programme which will run in the Community Centre gym over the next 6 weeks. The programme has been developed by the Waterford Sports Partnership and will be delivered by our Gym instructors Conor Prendergast, Paul Murray and Shauna Walsh. In this programme students will:• learn the basics of flexibility, mobility and injury prevention • learn how to lift weights safely and effectively • be able design their own basic fitness programme by week 6, tailored to their own needs and goals • have an enjoyable experience and be motivated to become physically active for life This initial programme will involve students from Blackwater Community School. GYM Opening Hours - Monday-Friday 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 from1.25kg 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, Cappoquin gym has high qualified trainers who specialise in all areas of fitness including weight loss, injury rehab, sports training core and strength training. Physical Trainers - Connor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully

Cappoquin Childcare Facility Saint Patrick's Day Parade Float.

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 Gym opening times are 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray, Monday Affane Bridge. Quiddlers from 10.00 a.m. -12.00 noon on Wednesday and Thursday mornings 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray, Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday evenings Gymnastics 5.00 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 Edel Walsh (058) 52570 First Floor of the Community Centre. Community Centre Lotto Jackpot hits €6,000. LOTTO DRAW 20th March (Jackpot €5,800) – Numbers drawn were 11, 16, 24 and 30. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Alice, Caroline and Michael Tobin, Melleray; Brian McCarthy, Kilminion Close, Dungarvan; Margaret O’Shea, Shanbally; Finbarr Power, Camphire; Anna Sheehan, Lower Main Street. Next week’s draw is on the 26th March, 2018, with a jackpot of €5,900. 26th March (Jackpot €5,900) – Numbers drawn were 6, 9, 10 and 22. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Helen Fitzgerald, Ballysaggart; Charles Keane, Wing House; John O’Connell, Aglish; Tom Stapleton, Affane; Paddy McGrath, Sunlawn. Next week’s draw is on the 3rd April, 2018, with a jackpot of €6,000. 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 big news of the week is Cappoquin has secured the services of two Tus workers, Jerry Harrington and Aaron Murray. This is a very positive boost to our Tidy Towns team, these two young men should prove to be worth their weight-in gold. In a couple of days, they have already made an impact, painting light standards in a very distinctive red and black and in cleaning tables and chairs in the town’s park. The people who tidied up the Square and Main Street (on their own initiative) in the aftermath of St. Patrick’s Day Parade deserve to be especially mentioned. Also Mary and Michael who continually monitor the Melleray Road, from the Monument beyond the Cats Bar and additionally Carmel for her efforts from the Stone Bridge to St. Declan’s Cemetery. Some good Samaritan (unknown) appears to be litter picking from the Boathouse to beyond the Kitchen Hole. The much thought of and very successful and hard working Lismore Tidy Towns team come from Lismore direction to Glenribbeen Cross. In effect the complete road between Lismore and Cappoquin is being kept litter free. In addition to litter picking with the advent of exceptional days last week, some other positive work was carried out, planting at the Monument, Melleray Road and a very notable and colourful effort at the Square, wouldn’t it be

great if the obsolete and unsightly petrol pumps could be removed? Topaz Energy Ireland have been contacted to establish if this is possible. A very big well done and thank you to all wo represented Cappoquin Tidy towns in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Some very colourful outfits were to be seen. For all the close-ups log onto Facebook Cappoquin Tidy Towns Committee. Indeed Davina and her team deserve to be congratulated for ensuring that in its 10th year this was undoubtly the best parade to-date. Keep up the good work. It is intended to be initiate a fundraising drive this week. Raffle tickets will be on sale outside Kelleher’s SuperValu on Thursday, 29th and Saturday, 31st in an effort to raise some badly needed funds. If it can be said the prizes are exceptionally attractive, namely: 1st prize €100 shopping voucher at Kelleher’s; 2nd prize 1 tonne of soft wood blocks; 3rd prize Novelty Hamper; 4th prize bottle of Whiskey. Draw takes place Holy Saturday at 5 p.m. Anyone wishing to buy a ticket in advance or make a contribution to Tidy Towns please contact Betty at 087 315 1404. P.S. New members to our team very welcome.

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TENTH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE A brief but sincere ‘Well Done’ to everyone involved in the recent St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Cappoquin. As always, it was superbly organised and as almost always, the weather held up throughout the event. For a decade now, the people of the town and surrounding area have done themselves proud and turned out in their thousands to one of the smallest towns in Ireland to hold an annual parade. It’s a great credit to everyone, the walkers, the drivers, unicyclists and line dancers, but most of all to the committee for the great work that went into the successful 2018 event. Hats off to everyone. TWO SPORTING BLASTS FROM THE PAST This week’s first photo will hopefully bring back a few memories and serve as a nice reminder that Summer is on the way too. While the cars in the photo here might give the impression that this is a scene from The Dukes of Hazard or The Streets of San Francisco, what you are looking at here is the Inch at the river bend in Cappoquin, directly across from the Boathouse. In the heyday of the regatta back in the 1960s, it was the norm for the Inch to be used as a temporary car park and marquee site.Younger readers may be surprised to notice that there was little or no bank around the Inch in those days – just to the right of the picture here there was also quite a substantial island which was uncovered at low tide. If you look to the left of the furthest away white van you can see what looks like a clump of bushes jutting into the river. That was where the foundations of the original wooden bridge across the Blackwater stood, and had stood since the 1620s.The bridge went across to the far side, and in this photo you can see the old wall of Cappoquin Bacon Factory which stood at this spot until its closure in 1980. The second image here shows the finish of a distance race from the late 1940s and features a youthful Michael O’Connor coming home in first place. It seems to have been a distance race, by virtue of the fact that the man holding the finishing tape also has a lap bell beside his right foot. It’s impossible to be certain about the venue or the identity of any others in the photo, but interestingly on the back it says the photo was given by Domnall Ó Faoláin (later an All-Ireland winning team mate of Michael’s) to John Fraher of Cappoquin, from whose collection we sourced this one.

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KNOCKANORE Check us out on our Facebook pages, (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History)

Villierstown Montessori all dressed up for World Book Day.

VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Last week’s winner was the “Monday Night Club” who chose card number 45, the Four of Spades and won €50. Next week’s jackpot is €5,000. Oh, my God, this is so exciting.Tickets are available locally. Remember if you are not in, you can’t win. ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Last Saturday in the Cappoquin St. Patrick’s Day parade, a selection of clubs, organisations and groups from Villierstown joined in the festivities and did us proud. A huge effort was put into all the floats and costumes. “Don’t ever question the value of volunteers. Noah’s Ark was built by volunteers ….the Titanic by professionals….” WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALL Well done to all the under 14 girls who had a great game against Clare on Monday, winning by 3-21 – 0-04. Three local girls from St. Oliver’s Football Club were playing – Caoimhe Reynolds, Ailbhe McCann and Rachel Horsom. YOGA In the Community Room in Villierstown, every Tuesday morning from 10.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. and Active Age Yoga 11.15 a.m. – 12.15 p.m. Contact – 0872076189. VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB GARDNER’S TIPS March is a busy month in the garden, so knuckle down and finish your winter work before the growing season gets underway. • Potatoes – Buy locally your seed potatoes as they will need time to chit before planting out. Leave them in a cool, bright room to promote the eyes. Earlies can be planted later in the month and kept covered with fleece to prevent early shoots from frost damage.

• Complete the pruning of wisteria, summer-flowering clematis and late-flowering shrubs such as buddleia and Russian sage. The sap is rising and you will be cutting away important energy if this is left too late. • Beware the slugs when new growth is susceptible. Always use an organic pellet as they pose no risk to animals and insects. Better still, think about alternative slug-control regimes. Look some up. • The grass has barely stopped growing this winter and we would normally start to cut the grass now but due to all the bad weather recently, leave the grass alone as the soil will be too wet. More tips next week. SHOP LOCAL The Shop – Main Street, Villierstown: Remember rbkfresh-@gmail.com. Healthy tasty ready-made meals. Also Tory’s sweet treats - delicious cakes and breads made fresh daily. What more could a village need. Special Easter orders are being taken. New & exciting Saturday evening - Take-away – Every Saturday evening from 5.00 p.m. 7.00 p.m., a call and collect service will be available from Ross and I hear not everything will be healthy. An exciting new menu. Contact: 085-8894665. AGLISH FUN RUN Run or walk the course – whatever you like, just get out and enjoy the event. 10K run or 5K walk.The 6th annual fun-run/walk, takes place on Easter Monday, 2nd April. Registration from 11.00 a.m. All proceeds to The Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. Contact: - 0868474285 / aglishfunrun@gmail.com ILLEGAL FLY TIPPING We would ask everyone to keep a watch out for fly tippers. (Illegal dumping). Once again it seems to

be the season for dumping black bags and other house hold waste along our roadsides and in the woods. Shame on these people. The bags are handed over to the relevant authorities and charges will be made. THE GREAT IRISH BAKE OFF A novel fundraiser for Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Get involved, hold a baking competition as a fundraising event with a group of your friends, work colleagues or team mates. See what hidden talents are out there and then have a bake sale. Register your event and receive a fundraising pack. /www.templestreet.ie/event/greatirish-bake/ DUNGARVAN DRAMATIC CLUB “The God of Carnage” is being presented by the Dungarvan Dramatic Club from Thursday, 22nd - Saturday, 24th March, at the Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre. SPRING EQUINOX 2018 Spring Equinox will be at 16.15 p.m. on 29th March. LOCAL IMPORTANT DATES Villierstown National School children will make their: Confirmation: The pupils of 5th / 6th class will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on Tuesday, 10th April in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Aglish. Communion: First Holy Communion will be held on Sunday, 13th May in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Aglish. 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

KEEPING THE “UNITY” IN COMMUNITY In the 1940s and 50s we had three Hurling teams in our parish, one in Moorehill, one in Knockanore and at times, Glendine were known to field a team. In the Drama scene, there were actually four groups operating at the same time. Knockanore, Glendine and Kilwatermoy each had a group, while in local notes I have come across mention of a Killeenagh Dramatic Society. Our three National Schools served our local areas in a time when children walked a couple of miles to school in complete safety. In the absence of a centrally located hall, these schools were often used after hours as venues for meetings, concerts, dances and other social events. Sporting and other outdoor events were held in many different places in the parish, usually in a field being donated for the day by a local farmer. The 1960s and 70s saw many changes for the better in the parish. The formation of the Shamrocks Hurling and Football Clubs brought the sporting groups of the area together, and the opening of JFK Community Park provided a much-needed central location for sporting and community activities. Against some opposition at the time, our three schools were amalgamated, and Knockanore became the main school for our area. This became possible because of the advent of modern transport; and walking a few miles to school became a thing of the past. In the early 70s came the introduction of Muintir na Tire to the area culminating in the formation of an elected Community Council, and greatly helping the integration of the three parts of the parish. Since then, we have seen the building of the KGK Sports Hall, a key component in providing a space where the community can come together as one unit, where we can meet, entertain, celebrate and enjoy sporting activities. From all these changes, a more

New Church of the Holy Cross, Kilwatermoy 1970's.

Old Church of the Holy Cross, Kilwatermoy, Graveyard 2012.

The original Grotto at Kilwatermoy Church. cohesive community has emerged. Many clubs and societies are now active in the area, all united in one aim, to make our parish a better place in which to live. As a community we have had many challenges in the past, and these have been overcome by cooperation, consultation and discussion. Our unity is our strength, and if we deal with any future prob-

lems as a united parish, we can only succeed. Ní neart go cur le chéile KGK MUINTIR COMMUNITY COUNCIL Reminder of the following dates:Roadside Litter Picking Saturday April 14th. Dawn Into Light Walk in Knockanore - Saturday May 19th. Fete - Sunday July 1st 2018

Dungarvan Tidy Towns Members of Waterford Trades Council/National Homeless & Housing Coalition that included Johnny Cloono, Cllr. Joe Kelly, Vice Chair, Waterford Trades Council, Joan Quirke, Una Dunphy, John Mahoney, Pres., Trades Council, Donie Fell and Tom Hogan inviting people to join a national Demonstration "Housing is a Human Right" which takes place on Saturday, 7th April at 1.00 p.m. Assemble at the Garden of Remembrance, Parnell Square. [John Power]

DUNGARVAN Tidy Towns will be having a Litter Pick Up on Good Friday, March 30th between 2.00 p.m. - 3.00 p.m. in Grattan Square. We’ve enjoyed great fun and banter at these litter pickups in the past, so please don’t miss out! Children to be accompanied by parents, the more hands the better. Reward of refreshments for all who participate. Please join us, everyone welcome. Garden Tip: Don’t bother with single use plastic

cable ties in your garden anymore! Save your money and your bin fees by using some biodegradable jute string instead. It is commons as muck these days, you'll find it in garden centres and discount stores for a couple of euro. Remember if you’re tying back trees or tender stems and you’re worried about the string cutting into the tree as they grow, recycle an old piece of fabric for a cosy soft tie that won’t damage your plant.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

TALLOW Tallow Enterprise Centre IT may be Easter holidays for some, but at Tallow Enterprise Centre we are always busy, and the next few weeks are no exception. Our ever popular Movie and Munchie morning for children will take place on Thursday, 5th April from 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon. Children from 5 years upwards welcome for some movie fun and tasty Easter treats. French for Adults, yes for adults! Will commence on Wednesday, 11th April from 7.15 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn the basics of a new language in a relaxed friendly environment with a native French speaker. €60 for six weeks Two new Computer classes take place on Tuesday

and Friday 17th and 20th April from 10.30 a.m. 12.30 p.m. noon costing €30 for six weeks. Children’s Computer classes are also very popular with another round beginning on Tuesday, 17th April for improvers and Thursday, 19th April for new beginners. Spaces are limited so book early. Our very successful Art course has come to an end and the ladies are eagerly looking forward to resuming in September with their tutor Barbara Barrett. Students are taking a well-earned break for two weeks now for Easter. Study will resume on Monday, 9th April at 4.30 p.m. Wishing all our customers a very Happy Easter.

Tallow Community Council UPCOMING EVENTS EASTER WEEKEND 5km Fun Run/walk on Easter Saturday, March 31st, registration starting at 10.00 a.m. in St. Patrick’s Hall. Entry fee €5. Lots of prizes on offer, all welcome. So come on people, get up and out Saturday morning, get a bit of fresh air you’ll feel better for

it, a great way to start your weekend and you can even bring your dog along. Saturday night, March 31st, Cake Sale will take place in St, Patrick’s Hall after Mass in aid of The Christmas Lights Fund. Next meeting of Tallow Community Council is Wednesday, 28th March at 8.00 p.m. in St. Patrick’s Hall.

Chernobyl Children’s Trust Annual Cliff Walk THE annual cliff walk in aid of Chernobyl children’s Trust Cork/Waterford has been re-scheduled for Easter Monday, 2nd April. This is due to the cancellation because of the weather recently. This walk takes in beautiful rugged scenic walk

on the East Cork coastline from Ballycotton to Ballinrostig. Registration in Ballinrostig takes place at 10.00 a.m. A free bus from Ballinrostig to Ballycotton. Please support as this is their main Fundraising Event in the year.

Michael Murphy (Chairman) addressing members at the 49th Annual General Meeting of Tallow ACU held in the Community Centre, Tallow, on Wednesday night, 14th March last. [David O'Flynn]

Ballymacarbry Holy Saturday Spring Clean HOLY Saturday sees the 10th staging of the Annual Litter Pick in Ballymacarbry and surrounding areas. Cllr Michael J. O'Ryan first proposed this on seeking election to the then Waterford County Council in 2009. With the help of many locals he has organised the event yearly since in conjunction with Waterford City and County Council and Ballymacarbry Tidy Towns and An Taisce.The main focus of the event will see locals target stretches of road between the two towns and surrounding areas such as the Nire Valley, Fourmilewater, Kilmanahan, Russelstown, Touraneena and Ballinamult. O'Ryan denotes that “litter has become a major issue in the last decade, featuring heavily at Comeragh District meetings arguably overtaking roads as most dominant issue.” “The roads have become strewn with litter again and it’s so obvious at this time of year. Doing nothing is not an option. Anybody who is civic minded enough to engage in litter picking, knows how hard it is and the futility of people littering. People need to take responsibility for their actions and those littering need to stop.” The local Tidy Towns committee is a hard

working committee and has gone from strength to strength since it won Pride of Place in 2011. In 2017 Ballymacarbry T.T. won a silver medal for its endeavours in the National competition and regularly features high on the county honours. The clean up is an extension of that work and the community spirit so evident in the area. On average 60-80 people gather yearly for this event which will take place between the hours of 9.00 a.m. and 12.00 noon on Saturday morning. 200 bags a year have been gathered on the morning. Afterwards a social occasion takes place when volunteers enjoy refreshments courtesy of the Tidy Towns Committee. Volunteers are asked to gather from 8.30 a.m. at the Community Centre, bring along a hi-vis vest and a litter picker if at all possible and further instructions will be given on the morning. Cllr. O'Ryan states that the success of the day will depend on how many volunteers enrol. Numbers will dictate how many miles will be done and he is hoping for suitable weather and asking motorists to be vigilant on driving stretches of the R671/2 between the two towns during that time.

Cast and the Director with the authors at the Rathangan Festival in Co. Kildare. From left to right: Helen Aherne, Emer Peet, Sean Ahern, Yvonne Quinn, Bairbre Ní Chaoimh, Jack Aherne and Liam Roche.

Brideview Drama, Tallow BRIDEVIEW Drama,Tallow are through to the RTE All-Ireland Drama Finals in Athlone with their production of ‘Stolen Child’ by Bairbre Ni Chaoimh and Yvonne Quinn. With one win from West Cork Drama Festival under their belts Brideview knew that one more win would most likely secure their place in the final. That second win came last Friday night in Rathangan, Co. Kildare when adjudicator Pauline Byrne selected ‘Stolen Child’ as the best play in the open section. Jumping to the 7th spot on the league table with the second win in their hand, Brideview were in the line-up but were aware of their vulnerable position as only 9 groups get the privalege of performing in Athlone in May. However, the fear of being displaced was blown out of the water on Saturday night when Brideview Drama won again in Holycross at the Tipperary Drama Festival. Monday night last saw the closing of the last festival in the country for 2018. Sitting proudly in 4th place in the league table, Brideview finally have that golden ticket to the Dean Crowe theatre. Their final result out of 8 festivals was: 3 wins, 2 seconds and a 3rd place. A LONG TIME COMING Brideview Drama,Tallow have been competing in the open section for the last 13 years since they won the confined AllIreland with ‘Moonshine’ by Jim Nolan back in 2005. It’s been a long road of tireless attempts to claim a coveted spot in the open finals but finally, all those years of

heartbreak have paid off. Brideview Drama was set up back in the late 80s by a small group of people with a passion for theatre. Many of those original founders are part and parcel of both the cast and crew of ‘Stolen Child’ and securing a place in the RTE All-Ireland Drama Finals in Athlone is nothing short of a dream come true. PREPARATION The preparation for the big performance on the Dean Crowe stage has already begun and Brideview are looking forward to using the next few weeks to polish the production and draw out the very best from the four actors on stage, namely, Emer Peet, Sean Ahern, Liam Roche and Helen Aherne. Directors Jack Aherne and Tomas Roche have had many cups of tea around kitchen tables over the past few days brainstorming ideas on how Brideview can make this show even better. The draw for the performance dates will take place this coming Easter Monday, April 2 in Athlone so Brideview would encourage anyone hoping to be in the audience in Athlone on their performance night to try get tickets as soon as the date is announced on Monday. MEETING THE AUTHORS As if Brideview’s weekend wasn’t exciting enough, the authors of the play Bairbre Ní Chaoimh and Yvonne Quinn came to Rathangan, Co. Kildare to see the play and meet the cast and crew. It was a privilege for Brideview to chat with these wonderful people who were so pleased with Brideview’s interpretation of their work.

The playwrights even stayed for the results and were absolutely thrilled to hear Brideview’s name called in first place. It was a very special occasion that the cast and crew will remember for a long time to come and it certainly made their journey to Athlone even richer. HOMECOMING PERFORMANCES Brideview will perform the award-winning play at least three times in Tallow Community Centre before they pack their bags for the All-Ireland Finals. These Tallow performance dates have not yet been confirmed but will be announced very shortly. THANK YOU Brideview Drama would like to thank everyone who has helped them on the road to Athlone so far. All those involved in the set crew and backstage crew who travelled miles at ungodly hours to build and dress the set and then dismantle is all again at the end of each performance. They are the unseen heroes and heroines. Brideview would also like to thank all those who helped in anyway during their home performances and a special word of thanks to all the committees at the various festivals around the country who looked after the cast and crew so well. Finally, to the supporters, who have been sending in messages of congratulations and well wishes by the bucket load. Every message is sincerely appreciated and means so much to everyone involved. Onwards and upwards for Brideview Drama. Well done to all!

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien News TRAINING KCK training resumes on Tuesday, April 3rd at 6.00 p.m. in Lemybrien and every Tuesday and Thursday thereafter at 6.00 p.m. All new members very welcome. Membership forms will be handed out on the first night. Children must be at least 7 years old during 2018 to join. Could everyone who ordered club gear collect it and pay at training on the first week back. Contact details for the club can

be found on www.kckac.ie KCK LADIES CLUB KCK Ladies Club will hold a meeting on Monday, April 9th at 8.15 p.m. in Coolnasmear Hall. It’s that time of year when we need to have a look at our gardens and do a little. Brendan Cosgrave from Ballycoe Nurseries will give us some advice and useful tips looking ahead to Summer time in our gardens. Do come along and join us.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

THE COMERAGH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP est. 1996

Easter Monday “Clean-up The Comeraghs” WE NEED YOUR HELP 21st Anniversary THIS is the 21st anniversary of the “Clean Up The Comeraghs” which this year takes place on Easter Monday the 2nd April. People continuously ask why we still organise this event every Easter Monday. The answer to that is because of public demand and the support we get from every area. It’s an annual event for hundreds of people and it’s their chance to clean up their own area before the start of Summer. Last year we covered the largest area ever and the amount of litter collected was the smallest amount since we started 21 years ago. Large scale dumping has almost ceased.The areas covered were from the Pike right through Englishtown continuing on to Faha down to McGraths Cross with all link roads leading onto the N25 and other roads heading towards Stradbally village also cleaned. The full Parish of Kilrossanty and Fews was also covered including up the Mauma to Beary’s Cross on the Dungarvan Clonmel road and from the Pike to Leamybrien on the N25 and from there onto Kilclooney Woods on the R676 Carrick-on-Suir road. Last year there was also a number of people from outside the village of Clonea Power who went as far as Flahavan’s Mill outside Kilmacthomas. Another group took care of the Ashtown area right up to the Carrick-on-Suir road. As stated last year, there are now many roads in the Comeragh area that are now almost free of litter.The reason for that is that people continuously pick litter in their own area all year round. The Comeragh Community Group is constantly being asked for bags when people see litter dumped in certain areas. Other areas like the main roads leading out from Leamybrien and the forests continue to be a major problem.Takeaways and drive-thru restaurants are the scourge of the countryside. People sit into their vehicles, eat their meals and when they have finished they open the window and throw the wrappings and leftovers out onto the road. The disposable Coffee Cup, plastic utensils tin and plastic cans are the new enemy of the countryside. Over the years the CCDG has tried to educate, inform and lead public opinion by influencing policy

at local and national level. One of the first campaigns we had was highlighting the scourge of plastic bags in the countryside. Our campaign was eventually successful when a levy was placed on every bag purchased. Overnight a problem was solved by hitting people in the pocket. One example of a person this year that has changed his way is a local man who drives to the shop every day and purchases a paper and a bottle of mineral water. The routine that he had was to drink the mineral as he read the paper and then dump the empty plastic bottle out the door of his vehicle as he drove towards home. Over a full year that amounted to 365 plastic bottles at the side of the road. He was complaining in a pub one night about litter when someone reminded him of what he was doing himself. As a result of that reminder he has now changed his ways and hasn’t dumped anything out the window of a vehicle since. The moral of the story is that it’s never too late to change your ways. We as a group, have always tried to lead the way with new ideas in how you can change the attitudes and ways of the people when it comes to litter. For the second year in a row we have sought information on how other countries cope with litter. Last year we looked at all the Nordic countries together with Austria, Switzerland and Germany, all of which have very successful ways in dealing with litter. Germany was the one we concentrated on last year because we had people on the ground that could monitor the situation on an ongoing basis. This year we have studied Austria. Like Germany if you buy a bottle of orange or a tin of coke, there is a levy depending on the size of the bottle. If you want to get the levy money back you can get it in the form of a voucher by placing the empty can or bottle into one of the many vending machines that are easily accessed. If you throw the container out the window of your car or van like they do in Ireland there is an incentive for another person to pick it up and get the money for themselves. The disposable Coffee cup is another item that is becoming a major problem in Ireland.

Tom and Michael Flynn outside the entrance to Crough Wood Walk which is going to be extended to the bridge at Mahon Bridge and to the base of Mahon Falls. A levy on those would also eliminate the problem. If people do not want to pay that levy then they should bring a reusable Travel Mug with them or else drink their coffee on the premises in a reusable cup. There is no getting away from the fact that we are a dirty nation and has been proved with the plastic bag levy, the only way you can change people’s ways is to hit them where it hurts the most and that is in their pockets. Recently the Comeragh Community Group featured on RTE News and Nationwide in relation to the Crough Wood Walk which we opened the first phase of in 2007. The positive feedback that we got

KILROSSANTY BINGO Once again the Bingo was a great success last Friday night. The next Bingo will be on 27th April in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. Prize money €1,200, raffle for cash prizes. Jackpot is €1,200. All proceeds of the Bingo go to Kilrossanty Juvelile GAA. CLEAN UP OF THE COMERAGHS Clean-up of the Comeraghs will take place this Easter Monday, 2nd April. Volunteers assemble in Lemybrien for gloves and bags at 10.00 a.m. Refreshments will be served in the hall during the day. Hope to see a big crowd on the day and that the weather will be favourable. CYCLE Do not be a fool on April 1st. Come along to Crotty’s Inn and take part in the annual 50k cycle in aid of the charity suicide or survive. Register online or on Easter Sunday morning

at 9.00 a.m. in Crotty’s. Cycle will begin at 10.00 a.m. There will also be short route 35k. Please spread the word. EASTER CEREMONIES Holy Thursday - Evening Mass of the Lords Supper in Kilrossanty at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday - Stations of the Cross in Fews at 3.00 p.m. Good Friday - Celebration of the Lords Passion in Kilrossanty at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil Mass in Fews at 6.30 p.m. SERVICE Service at the Mahon Falls on Easter Sunday morning at 7.00 a.m weather permitting. Rev. Brian O’Rourke will be in attendance. All are welcome. EASTER Wishing the editor and staff of this newspaper and all my readers a happy and safe Easter.

from those programmes has been totally amazing. We have offers of help from all over Ireland and beyond with many more locals joining the group who want to see the Crough Wood Walk completed. Recently we purchased land from a local farmer which will take the walk from the current entrance in Crough Wood right down to the Village of Mahon Bridge.We are also dealing with some environmental issues in the section near the Mahon Falls which we are confident will be sorted out in the near future. The full walk will be over three miles long when completed. It will start at the bridge in Mahon Bridge

and run along the side of the Mahon River and join the existing Mahon Falls path at the base of the Mahon Falls. The Comeragh Community Group has a 999 year lease on the area near the Mahon Falls and with the massive support we are getting from the general public we are confident that this area will be opened up as a walk in the near future. It would not be an overstatement to say that we have 99.99% public support for this project. To conclude we are appealing for volunteers again this Easter Monday for our clean-up. The Comeragh Clean Up covers over 40 miles so many volunteers are required. We need a lot of people for

the sparsely populated areas of the region.The arrangements for the day are as follows. EASTER MONDAY 17th APRIL, 2017 10.00 a.m. – Meeting point in Leamybrien outside the MACE supermarket to collect gloves and bags. Also to be allocated area to clean. Midday until 2.30 p.m. refreshments will be served to all our volunteers in St. Brigid’s Hall, Kilrossanty. Please remember to be safe at all times. Children must be accompanied by an adult and Hi Visibility vests or clothing should be worn.

KILMATHOMAS HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES Confessions, Kill on Good Friday following Stations of the Cross at 12.00 noon and in Newtown Church 12.00 to 12.30 p.m. Holy Thursday, Newtown Church, Mass of the Lords Supper at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday, Stations of the Cross Kill Church at 12.00 noon, Celebration of the Lords Passion, Newtown Church at 3.00 p.m. and Stations of the Cross in Kilmacthomas Church at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday, Easter Vigil Mass, Kilmacthomas Church at 9.00 p.m. and Easter Sunday morning, Saleen Church, at 9.00 a.m., Kill Church at 10.00 a.m., and Newtown Church at 11.30 a.m. TIDY TOWNS The Tidy Towns committee will have their annual Spring Clean-Up of the village and surrounding roads on Easter Monday, meeting at the Mill car park at

11.00 a.m. Looking forward to seeing a big turn out for this event in preparing for a very clean village for the coming months. Pickers, gloves and bags provided. DAFFODIL DAY Many thanks to all who supported the Irish Cancer Society Daffodil Day on Friday last, to those who donated lovely fresh daffodils, those who gave their time freely to sell pins, daffodils and merchandise and to Pat Phelan at Centra for the continued use of his premises each year. A great response to a very worthy cause. CLEAN-UP THE COMERAGHS The annual clean-up of the Comeraghs once again takes place this Easter Monday, meeting at Lemybrien Supermarket at 10.00 a.m. We look forward to a big turn-out for this clean-up. Following the clean-up refreshments will be served in St.

Bridget's Hall, Kilrossanty. FUN RUN The Fun Run / Walk on Waterford Greenway, Kilmacthomas in aid of Irish Cancer Society was a huge success on Saturday last. Thanks to Mary Flynn for organising this event and raising much needed funds. Tea/ coffee and refreshments were served in the Rainbow Community Hall following the 5k. LOTTO DRAW Congratulations to Ann Power, c/o Lenihan's Bar on her lucky win of the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw on Saturday last. Letters drawn were E, P, S and T. We also had five winners of €20 each to Clara McCormack, Shanakill; Bernie Power, Walshe's Place; Kevin Walsh, Scrahan; Eleanor O'Connell, Clonea and Frankie Donovan, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €500. Be in to win.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

WEST WATERFORD “MARA LEVINE” AND “GATHERING TIME” FOR CLASHMORE Folk and Americana Acts, “Mara Levine” and “Gathering Time” from New York, USA make their first appearance at The Old Schoolhouse, Clashmore, Co. Waterford on Saturday, 7th April at 8 pm. Mara Levine BIO From New Jersey, USA, Mara Levine is a folk and Americana singer in the style of Joan Baez and Judy Collins. Her songs range from traditional, to those by songwriter greats of the 1960’s and ‘70’s. Mara will be sharing a show with “Gathering Time” who provides four part harmony vocals on her arrangements. Mara’s latest CD, “Jewels and Harmony” was the Number One Album on the US Folk Chart with seven songs in the top 22. Her song “By My Silence” with Gathering Time was number one in the Folk Charts in September, 2017 and “You Reap What You Sow” recorded with Bluegrass Greats Greg Blake, Mark Schatz and Rob Ickes was number one in the Folk Charts in November 2017 and spent six weeks on the Bluegrass Grassicana charts. Gathering Time BIO Gathering Time from New York are a Folk / Americana Harmony Trio in the style of Crosby, Stills & Nash, Peter, Paul and Mary, The Byrds and Joni Mitchell. They feature Stuart Markus on guitar and vocals, Gerry McKeveny on guitar and vocals and Hilary Foxsong on vocals and percussion. Their recent CD “Keepsake” took the number one album slot in the Folk Chart in March, 2016. This concert will be a double act with Mara Levine accompanied by members of Gathering Time who will also perform separately as a trio. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS Just a reminder that our annual

Spring Clean in the village and around the roads takes place this year on Saturday, April 7th. Full details next week. DEATH OF ROBERT (BOBBY) COLBERT With deep sadness we record the death of former Aglish native, Robert (Bobby) Colbert, St. Bridget’s Well and formerly Congress Villas, Dungarvan. Son of the late Declan and Mary Colbert, Bobby was predeceased by his parents and his brother Billy and sister Margaret. Reposing at Drohan's Funeral Home on Friday evening, Bobby’s removal took place to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. Following Mass on Saturday morning, Bobby was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. To his brothers Maurice, and Eddie; sisters Mary (Curran) and Helen (Ryan); sisters-in-law Mary and Maureen; brothers-in-law John and Patrick; nephew, nieces, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy 30th birthday to Louise Murphy, Coolboa, Clashmore, congratulations and best wishes from all your family and friends Louise. DEATH OF VERY REV. PATRICK FITZGERALD On Tuesday, March 20th the death occurred peacefully at Conna Nursing Home, where he was a resident for some time of Very Rev. Patrick (Paddy) Fitzgerald, P.E., late of Priest’s House, Ballinameela, Cappagh, Co. Waterford and former Parish Priest of Knockanore, Glendine and Kilwatermoy. Predeceased by his brother Michael, Crooked Bridge, Lismore, Fr. Fitzgerald is survived by brother John; sisters Kitty Kelleher and Noreen McBride; his sisters-in-law Margaret and Etta Fitzgerald;

Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council COFFEE MORNING There was a good turn-out at Wednesday's Coffee Morning at the Heritage Centre for the talk by Amanda Murphy. Amanda showed how she got the inspirations for her beautiful pieces and the processes involved. She talked about the success of Amanda Murphy Ceramics in America with QVC, the shopping channel, and finally everybody got to play with some clay.

Amanda Murphy displays some of her beautiful pottery.

There is no Coffee Morning for the next two weeks but we will be back on the 11th April with a talk by Pat Deasy of Déise Honey talking about the life of bees. CAMERA CLUB There will be a meeting of the Camera Club on Thursday night, 29th April at 8.00 p.m. in the Clashmore Heritage Centre.This session will be reviewing members' photographs and getting some useful tips from our experts. WEBSITE The Community Council has set up a website - community.clashmore.org. Designed by Killian McGrath of West Waterford Community Broadband, the website is a community asset to be used by local clubs, businesses, schools and the church to publicise events, give contact details, and show why the area of Clashmore/Kinsalebeg and the neighbouring townlands are a great place to live. We need help to update the listing of businesses which we first published in 2105 and have now been transferred to the website. Have a look for your name and email cakcc.org@gmail.com if you want to change, update or delete any entries. If you have a picture, or details like menus or opening times these can be added.

nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, to whom we extend our deepest sympathy. On Thursday evening, Fr. Fitzgerald reposed at Aidan Walsh & Sons Funeral Home Tallow, followed by removal to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On Friday afternoon Fr. Fitzgerald was laid to rest in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore following the celebration of Mass. Everlasting peace, with the lord to you Fr. Fitzgerald. ACT - THANK YOU Aid Cancer Treatment 30th Annual Church Gate Collections held in West Waterford last month, proceeds were as follows: Aglish €266.90; Ballinameela €186.45; Mt. Stuart €153.30; Cappoquin €477.76; Modeligo €186.75; Affane €169.28; Lismore €501.07; Ballysaggart €100; Colligan €74.69; Kilbrien €87.40; Kilgobinet €174.05; Ring €228.57; Clashmore €142.29; Piltown €263.77; Knockanore €194.00; Kilwatermoy €81.65; Glendine €106.90; Fourmilewater €411.40 (including cheque €150); Nire €163.25; Touraneena €265.00; Tallow €184.42; Ardmore €128.80; Grange €338.70. Other donation: €75.00 Total: €4,961.40. The weather wasn't in our favour on the weekend that our collection was held, it started with heavy rain followed by snow on the following morning, so great credit is due to our collectors and all those who stopped to support us. Thank you all. "UNDER THE BED" IN ARDMORE! Actor Seamus O’Rourke brings his wonderful new play "Under the Bed" to Ardmore. St. Declan's Hall, Ardmore is one of the lucky locations to welcome Seamus O’Rourke's new play "Under The Bed" as part of its nationwide tour on the 11th and 12th May.The story takes place in Leitrim in 1979 in a farmhouse of little comfort. It is occupied by two brothers in their late sixties. Eugene (Seamus O’Rourke) and Pat (Arthur Riordan) and there begins a fascinating stories of friendship, the arrival of electricity, their own secrets and the Pope! Filling venues all over Ireland this will be a production not to be missed. Proceeds go to a number of local organisation and are now on sale at Quinn's Shop, Ardmore and from John on 086-2330810 and Maurice on 085-1741614. Admission €15. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LADIES FOOTBALL Easter Cake Sale: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Ladies GAA club are offering you the chance to enjoy fabulous pastries, tarts, cakes and delicious treats over Easter. The cake sale takes place this Saturday, 31st March in Piltown Hall straight after 6.00 Mass. Come along, enjoy a cake and take one home for the family. All money raised promises to help the team get more kit and support the development of the girls in the club. Hope to see you all there. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA club weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night last, March 26th and the following were the numbers out of the drum 1, 7, 11, 30. There was no match four number, so our jackpot next week will be €3,200 when our draw takes place at the Rising Sun.Well done to the follow-

ing who were our lucky winners of €20 each: John Veale, Eoin O’Halloran, Charlie Mulcahy, Jason Seward, Jim McGrath. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners on Monday night, March 26th at the Decies Bar 45 Drive were jointly on eight games each - Paddy Kelleher and Edmond Og Ledingham, Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent. In joint third on seven games each we had Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower, Pat O’Halloran and Barry Curran, Tony Keane and Gabriel Hynes. Best of the last five were Liam Curran and Thomas Power, Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Our lucky last game winners were Hannah Lucas and Mary O’Donovan, Billy Hynes and Brian Lynch. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. EASTER WALK OR RUN! The 6th Annual Aglish Fun Run / Walk take place on Easter Monday, 2nd April. All proceeds to Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. Registration from 10.30 a.m. in Aglish Community Hall and costs €7 / or a Donation. Run 5k / 10k or walk 5k. Run starts at 11.30 a.m., Walk at 11.40 a.m. Loads of spot prizes and food and refreshments after Run / Walk. So far the five runs have generated over €25,000 for Crumlin. Hope to see all our old friends and new one's as well on Easter Monday. MICHAEL COLLINS The very popular Michael Collins will play the Youghal GAA Pavilion on Easter Sunday night and all are welcome. All proceeds go to local nominated charities. BINGO On Easter Sunday we will host a monster bingo here in Kinsalebeg Community Hall at 3.30 pm. All are welcome and light refreshments will be served. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS FC LOTTO RESULTS Clashmore Ramblers FC Alpha lotto draw took place on Sunday night last, March 25th and the letters of the draw drum were as follows: P, H, Q, B.We had no match four winners, so next week our jackpot will be €4,100. Our lucky winners of €20 each were: Richard White, c/o Eithne; Vinnie & Yvonne Coonan, James O’Leary. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. JOIN US FOR THE AFTERS! Our Mock Wedding of the year takes place this Saturday evening, March 31st starting at 6 pm sharp. Entry is by ticket only.We would like everyone going to please be seated by 5.30 pm.The wedding is sold out, however, you are invited to join us for the afters - entry (€5 a head) to enjoy the great music of The Rockin Raccoons followed by DJ Crackers. Raffle on the night great prizes. Hope to see you all there. EASTER EGG HUNT Come join us in Villierstown for our big Easter Egg Hunt which will be hosted by Villierstown Parents’ Association on Saturday, 31st of March 2018, from 10.30 – 1.00 pm. Meeting point will be at the VECP Room (alongside Tory Shop), Main Street, Villierstown. Cost is just €5 per child or €10 per family. This is a fundraiser for our school, so your support will be very much appreciated – do come along and have an EGGCELLANT time.

Winner of the Lidl colouring competition Grace Fleming pictured with her teacher Ms. C. Osborne.

CLASHMORE SCHOOL Colouring Competition Winner: Congratulations to Grace Fleming from 5th class in Clashmore National School who won the Lidl colouring competition. She won an Easter hamper and a bouquet of flowers for her teacher, Ms. Cathy Osborne. Easter Bonnet Makers: The boys and girls of 5th and 6th class in Clashmore National School have been very busy making Easter bonnets out of recyclable materials. What a great display! Some wonderful creations well done all.

AGM We will hold our rescheduled AGM this Wednesday evening, March 28th in the Red Store Youghal at 7.30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart PENANCE SERVICE FOR EASTER Ballinameela Church Wednesday, 28th 7.15 p.m. HOLY WEEK MASSES & CEREMONIES - HOLY THURSDAY MASS OF THE LAST SUPPER Aglish Church 6.00 p.m. Ballinameela Church 7.30 p.m. First Holy Communion children will be involved GOOD FRIDAY CELEBRATION OF THE LORD’S PASSION Aglish church Friday 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Liturgy Mount Stuart Church Good Friday 12.00 noon Ballinameela Church Good Friday 7.00 p.m. EASTER VIGIL Ballinameela Church Easter Saturday 7.45 p.m. EASTER SUNDAY MASSES Mount Stuart Church 9.45 a.m. Aglish Church 11.15 a.m. DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY – APRIL 8th Mass in at Aglish Church at 11.15 a.m. will include Devotions

Clashmore & Piltown Parish EASTER CEREMONIES SPY WEDNESDAY Penance service Clashmore Church 7.30 p.m. HOLY THURSDAY Our Easter ceremonies begin in the parish on Holy Thursday with the celebration of Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 6.00 p.m. in Piltown Church. GOOD FRIDAY Celebration of the Lord’s Passion in Clashmore Church at 7.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross led by the liturgy group will be celebrated in both Clashmore and Piltown Churches at 2.30 p.m. HOLY SATURDAY The Easter vigil Mass will be celebrated on Holy Saturday in Piltown Church at 6.00 pm. EASTER SUNDAY Mass on Easter Sunday in Clashmore Church at 9.00 a.m.

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Deise Camera Club WE had a very busy March meeting in The Park Hotel with lots of activities to discuss and prepare for. Members are looking forward to the longer daylight hours to remain out later chasing those wonderful images portraying all aspects of our countryside. CLUB COMPETITION The competition theme for March was MONTHLY: ANIMAL (one animal) and QUARTERLY: OPEN COLOUR. Another fantastic array of images to try and chose just three from but chose we had to! Congratulations to John Murphy with ‘Watchful’ taking first place in the monthly competition, ANIMAL. Angela Feldon came 2nd with ‘Shadow Walker’ and Mary Herlihy taking joint third with both her entries consecutively ‘My name is Nova’ and ‘I’m Frozen’.

Congratulations to Denis Ryan 1st place with ‘Parkland’ in OPEN COLOUR, 2nd John Murphy with ‘Always Smiling’ and 3rd Mary Herlihy with ‘Caoimhe’. Well done to everyone… great competitions! April’s theme is ODD ONE OUT. Another interesting theme to try and negotiate around! Go for it! May’s theme is BLUE HOUR, image must be taken at that magical time of day! MEMBER PRESENTATION Club member Angela Feldon gave us a very interesting presentation of a selection of recent images from her trip to Italy. It was inspiring to see the style of images Angela has a way of seeing and capturing that brings us to the centre of life in her chosen destination. Thanks Angela! NEXT MEETING Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 10th April in The PARK HOTEL, Dungarvan at 7.30 p.m. New members are always welcome to call in and see what we get up to! CONTACT You can view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and follow us on FACEBOOK at DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN and you can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com Thanks to those who have found us and enjoy our page already!

MONTHLY ANIMAL: 1st ‘Watchful’ by John Murphy.

MONTHLY ANIMAL: Joint 3rd ‘I’m Frozen’ by Mary Herlihy.

QUARTERLY OPEN COLOUR: 1st ‘Parkland’ by Denis Ryan.

QUARTERLY OPEN COLOUR: 2nd ‘Always Smiling’ by John Murphy.

MONTHLY ANIMAL: Joint 3rd ‘My name us Nova’ by Mary Herlihy.

QUARTERLY OPEN COLOUR: 3rd ‘Caoimhe’ by Mary Herlihy.

Jackie O’Connell, Eddie Curran, Patsy Murray, Nicky Sheehan, Jay Murphy, Stephen Power, Gary Lynch, Noel Baldwin and Jim Power with Aidan O’Brien at Ballydoyle Racing Stables.

Dungarvan Men’s Shed TRIP TO GARDA TRAINING COLLEGE AND BALLYDOYLE RACING STABLES Last Wednesday we went on a most exciting and enjoyable day trip to the Garda Training College in Templemore and to Ballydoyle Racing stables in Rosegreen outside Cashel. The sun shone down on a pale countryside as we passed the mountains covered in a white blanket of snow and made our way in convoy towards the Devils Bit. This visit to both venues brought back many memories for some of our members and new experiences for some other members who were lucky enough to travel on this most enjoyable day out to Co. Tipperary. Thanks to Dick Clancy for coordinating a bus provided by the Garda Siochana for the local community organisations which was kindly arranged by Paul Heffernan who travelled with us and driven by Wexford woman Joanne Colfer. Special thanks also to Nicky Sheehan for arranging the second bus provided by Waterford Wexford ETB and driven once again by Phil our regular driver. This week we report on Ballydoyle and next week we will report on Templemore. BALLYDOYLE THE HOME OF LEGENDS It’s now fifty two years since the PRO read his first horse racing book about Sir Gordon Richards who won the Epsom Derby on Pinza in 1953. Well it took the Men’s Shed once again to deliver a long held dream for many of us in the Shed by visiting Ballydoyle, the home of racing legends. During January we were discussing where we would like to go on an outing. Many members mentioned Ballydoyle and Dick Clancy told us that could be arranged by him.True to his word Dick made the call to Eamonn Kavanagh who is his nephew in law. Eamonn is from Wexford and has been fifteen years with Ballydoyle. He told us he arrived there when the great Galileo was a three year old. We are informed by a well connected racing fan that visits to Coolmore Stud are precious but entry beyond the entrance gates of the scenic Ballydoyle racing stables is very rare. The Men’s Shed were so lucky to experience this behind the scenes tour of the sprawling Ascot and Istabraq gallops, Tattenham Corner and the stable yards where world champions have peeped out over stable doors since 1950’s.We saw other facilities including a horse spa, treadmill and swimming pool and a cold salt water tank. Eamonn explained in detail the sauna and a solarium with heated lamps and gave

us an excellent description of a vibrating plate to get horses’ legs warmed ahead of their go on underwater treadmill. He sometimes travels the world to assess options before having special equipment built for rehab work on the horses. Not surprisingly, it all about the horses and each year of the 130 horses that arrive in November the hope is to have two or three successful colts on the race course that will make world class stallions when retired to stud duties. We saw the heads of many champion colts including Mendelssohn, Saxon Warrior and Capri who won the Irish Derby last year while new arrival St Patrick’s Day looked out over the stable door inquisitively as we passed though the yard. Names like Clemmie called after Churchill's wife and September are called out as we pass. Each horse has their own tack room and each stable has piped radio and automatic lighting that extends the day so that the horses come into their coat earlier in the year. Not alone this but each horse has ten different rugs for themselves depending on the outside temperature! Highlight of the tour was the surprise arrival of the Master of Ballydoyle who pulled up in his white Range Rover and hopped out to greet each member of our group with a handshake and spoke individually to each of us as if we were the most important people in the world. Aidan O’Brien has been the private trainer for John Magnier and his Coolmore Stud and his associates since 1996. He is a farmer’s son from Co. Wexford and tells us he started sweeping the floor in the Clonroche branch of Glanbia, but he didn’t mention that he is buying GAIN from his former employer who are suppliers of horse feed to Ballydoyle. Aidan was too modest to tell us that he is the leading trainer in the world with a career total of nearly 300 Group/Grade 1 winners. Last year, he broke the world record when he trained twenty eight Group or

Grade 1 winners in one calendar year. He has been Irish Champion Flat trainer in terms of prize money won every season since 1999. He chatted and posed for photos and was in no hurry to leave us despite that earlier that morning Ballydoyle is home to champion and world record-breaking trainer Aidan O’Brien was the fitting venue for the launch of the new Irish Flat season. We had no interruptions by his mobile phone which rings almost every time he is seen on TV. He never once mentioned what he does but did tell us that Eamonn and the team are cherished by him. We were told that Aidan always travels back from European venues on the night of the races to ensure he would supervise the first and second groups at 6.30 a.m. the next morning. Thanks to Eamonn Kavanagh for sharing his vast knowledge while ensuring we all enjoyed the visit and especially for arranging our meet with the extremely humble and modest Aidan O’Brien. Happy Easter to all our members and Readers NEW PHONE NUMBER Please note our new phone number is 089-4026872. 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 10am to 1pm Monday-Friday or contact Oliver Whelan Chairman at (089) 4026872 for further information. Follow us on Facebook at Dungarvan Men’s Shed

POEM So clean and crisp the Deise white. My dream, my wish and my delight. To see my valley dressed in snow. Fond memories rise from long ago. With children’s laughter the air now fills. In snowball fights find my thrills. To breathe the air so fresh and clean. No longer now my wishful dream. Across the Deise let it snow. Granted the wish made long ago. Ger Dalton

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Dungarvan Lions Club Deise Jigs & Reels 2018, sponsored by Dungarvan Lions Club: Dancers who took part in Saturday night's Deise Jigs & Reels in the Cappoquin Community Centre pictured with Sean Cleary, CEO Dungarvan Credit Union. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club Deise Jigs & Reels 2018, sponsored by Dungarvan Lions Club: J.P. Ryan and Eileen O'Rourke, who won Deise Jigs & Reels 'Most Entertaining Award,' in the Cappoquin Community Centre, pictured with Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union; John Coade, Lions Club, and Donal Connolly, Lions Club.[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Dungarvan Lions Club Deise Jigs & Reels 2018, sponsored by Dungarvan Lions Club: John Geehan and Martina McKeon, winners of the 2018 Deise Jigs & Reels in the Cappoquin Community Centre, pictured with Sean Cleary CEO, and Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union; Nichola Beresford, MC; Aileen Hogan, John Supple and Liz Murphy, adjudicators; John Lawless, President; John Coade and Donal Connolly, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club Deise Jigs & Reels 2018, sponsored by Dungarvan Lions Club: John Lucey and Ann Sullivan, runners-up in the 2018 Deise Jigs & Reels, are pictured with Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union; John Coade, Lions Club, and Donal Connolly, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club Deise Jigs & Reels 2018, sponsored by Dungarvan Lions Club: John Geehan and Martina [Olivia McGrath/Editorial Images] McKeon (winners) are pictured during their dance in this year's Deise Jigs & Reels.

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

Blockers By Bill Tubbritt

Pictured at the launch were Waterford Rose Chloe McGrath and Roddie Cleere, MC.

[John Power]

Focus Ireland call for auditions for Waterford’s Got Talent! FOCUS Ireland is calling on Waterford’s top talent for a 2nd year to audition for the charity’s very own version of the hit show Ireland’s Got Talent to raise vital funds and awareness for homeless services across the city and county. “Waterford’s Got Talent” is open to all ages and talents so whether you are a musician, singer, magician or impersonator – the charity is urging everyone to take part in this special event. The competition is free to enter and the winner will walk away with a top cash prize of €1,000. Auditions for the show will take place in Central Arts, Parade Quay, Waterford City, from 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. on Sunday, 15th April. During these auditions, a shortlist of 12 acts will be selected to perform at the semi-finals, which will be hosted in front of a live audience at the Theatre Royal on Thursday 10th May. Roddy Cleere, MC for the event and long-time champion of upcoming Irish groups and all-round music aficionado wants all acts to know that it’s not all about the competition, it’s also important to enjoy yourself; “whatever talent you have, come out and have a bit of fun! We’re not going to eat you alive!” From the semi finals, 8 con-

testants will be voted through to the final. A panel of at least three judges will judge the final and as with the semi-final, the judges’ vote only counts for 50% of the overall vote. The audience and/or supporters of the acts who can buy votes for their preferred act determine the remaining 50% of the vote. Audience votes can be cast on the nights of the finals, with each vote costing €1. The overall winner will be the act with the highest combined score and will take home the cash prize. Speaking ahead of the event National Fundraising Initiatives & Retail Manager at Focus Ireland, Rebecca Reynolds said “We are very excited to bring this fantastic event to Waterford for the second year running. This event will raise muchneeded funds for our services which are on the frontline of the housing and homeless crisis here in Waterford. It’s shocking to think that over 20 families every month are losing their home in Waterford and events like Waterford’s Got Talent are vital to help us cope with the demand for our services. At Focus Ireland we believe that homelessness is wrong and work to find a lasting way out of homelessness for those impacted by the crisis. Focus Ireland have been providing services in Waterford for 18 years and

Waterford is our largest hub outside of Dublin. We support hundreds of families, children and single people every month in the city and county and we rely on the public’s support to help us continue our work.” Focus Ireland Regional Fundraising Coordinator Cathryn O’Leary said “All acts should sign up for the auditions in advance to avoid disappointment. We want to showcase as much of Waterford’s amazing talent as we can - so each audition performance can be no longer than two minutes to accommodate all the acts. The deadline for registration is Friday, 6th April and we are calling for a wide variety of talents to take part From dance to theatre to music to comedy – the Waterford’s Got Talent judging panel are hoping that a variety of talented hopefuls will blow them away at the April 15th auditions. Waterford’s Got Talent provides a great way to support Focus Ireland – The auditions are free and then tickets for the semi finals and finals will cost €20 but student rates and family concessions are available. Participants will also be encouraged to seek sponsorship to help raise funds for Focus Ireland.

WE seem to be getting a run of slapstick comedy movies at the moment with Blockers continuing a long formula that has worked very well in recent times. The movie is written by Brian Kehoe and Jim Kehoe and was directed by Kay Cannon who is well known for her time in the Director’s Chair for the Pitch Perfect franchise along with the popular American TV series 30 Rock. Lisa (Leslie Mann), Mitchell (John Cena) and Hunter (Ike Barinholtz) take the lead roles in this one and all combine very impressively without anyone being spectacular. The plot is not very complicated and easy to keep up with as we follow a group of teenagers who have all made a vow to lose their virginity on their Prom Night.The parents, of course, find out the big plans and set out to do everything in their power to prevent it happening. The plot is a little more complicated than that to be fair with the parents and teenagers also having their own stories to tell which mixes the movies up sometimes by taking a break from the comedy element for periods of the time. Blockers really doesn’t reinvent the wheel here or even anything like it. As previously stated it takes the usually comedy concept and runs with it quite nicely. There are a lot of the usual adult type comedy scenes in this one which is kind of

what you expect at this type of movie. Slight negative being the movie does seem to take its time to get going but is worth sticking with it as it actually turns in to a very entertaining movie that well worth a watch. Surprise of the movie being WWE wrestler John Cena who really is the funniest part of the whole movie. Rating 3.5/5

Verdi’s “Macbeth” from Covent Garden: Royal Opera House - Wednesday, April 4th at 7.15 p.m. OPERA and theatre lovers at SGC are in for a special treat in early April – Verdi’s “Macbeth” from Covent Garden, followed a week later from RSC, Stratford-upon-Avon, by the great drama on which it was based, Shakespeare’s ‘Scottish play’; a play whose name many in the theatre will never speak because of their fears that to do so is to invite ill-luck.Verdi and Shakespeare are giants of the theatre and the former was a great admirer of the bard’s plays – he composed two other operas based on Shakespeare’s plays,“Falstaff ” and “Otello”, and for much of his life grappled without success with an opera based on that tumultuous drama, “King Lear”. “Macbeth”, broadly the same as in Shakespeare’s play, premiered in the Teatro della Pergola, Florence, on March 14th, 1847, the composer’s tenth opera. Although it wasn’t a great success originally, it was soon being performed throughout Italy and then all over Europe and is performed regularly all over the world ever since. It was performed in Dublin in 1869, with the legendary Pauline Viardot as the heroine.When Verdi was planning the opera, he wrote to his librettist, Francesco Maria Piave:- “This tragedy is one of the greatest creations of man”. He continued to revise it for many years after its first performance. It’s interesting to note that at the time of the opera’s composition the play had not been performed in Italy and was best known there as a ballet. The role of Macbeth is a typical Verdi baritone role – his major aria, ‘Pieta, rispetto, amore’, which comes near the end of the opera, is a lament for his decline into evil. The role of Lady Macbeth (the theatrical couple are immortalised for me in the nineteen-seventies TV recording

made by Judi Dench and Ian McKellan) is extremely difficult to cast. Verdi asked for a soprano voice that is dark and even ugly – she must ‘snarl’ her way through much of the opera and her voice must be flexible and of enormous range; the one and only Maria Callas was possessed of all the requirements. Matthew Boyden writes of the relatively primitive recording of a 1952 La Scala, Milan performance: “Despite the poor recorded sound, this set comes close to dramatic perfection”. In composing “Macbeth”, Verdi tried to capture the power, the despair and the ferocity of one of the most intense and unrelenting plays ever written. He focused mainly on the three great entities in the play, Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and the witches. Due to the difficulty in filling the main female role, it’s not too often we get the opportunity to see this great opera. It should provide a thrilling evening at the SGC. With the great Anna Netrebko (whom I saw on stage in a number of roles) as Lady Macbeth and Antonio Pappano conducting, it should provide a thrilling evening of opera at the SGC. Jim Ryan

SCHOOL NEWS Students Examine ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’ THE Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber has announced the winners of its recent competition for Secondary School Students in West Waterford. Students were asked to design their own infograph based on the topic ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’ and the response was excellent! We sometimes forget the wide-ranging effect we can have when we choose to spend our money online instead of supporting our neighbours. This competition encouraged young people to think about how their spending can affect their own

lives and the lives of those around them. We posed a few basic questions and the results were impressive – the entries covered all aspects, detailing possible repercussions and also highlighting the many benefits of shopping local. The infographs gave a very positive sense of the things young people like about shopping locally, placing a large emphasis on the personal connection and customer service they enjoy. Some of the infographs also went into more detail about the cost to communities when money is diverted outward with no hope

of return. We were particularly delighted to see how many of the entries recognised the connection between supporting local business and the availablity of part-time jobs, work experience and sponsorship for local clubs and activities that are important to them. The competition winners are: • First Prize - Abby Ryan • Second Prize - Beth Anne Gardner • Third Prize - Lucy Holmes All three tackled the key issues in the topic and created clear, informative graphics that illustrated their points perfectly. They have all received their

prizes of Chamber Shopping Vouchers which can be used in over 120 local businesses and the girls are looking forward to spending them at Eason, Sam McCauleys and local clothing stores! It is important for all of us to consider how our spending affects our community. We know online shopping does not provide the same social experience and sense of participation that a shopping in a town does, but the effects are wider than that. Everyone knows someone working in a local business, but how many of us can say the same of the big online retailers?

If we fail to actively support our local businesses, this has a knock-on impact for our own lives – there is less choice, less employment and less money, which damages our community and quality of life. The value of a visit to a local business lies in the support and advice given by great customer service people, the personal connections created when buying products and services close to home, and even just the convenience of returning to the business should you encounter any problems. Shopping locally keeps our favourite shops in business and

guarantees a strong local economy. That’s good news for the entire community as we strive to develop a climate in which businesses can create jobs, support local projects and provide a vibrant, diverse retail destination - the choice is ours. We at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber are delighted to see such a strong awareness of these issues amongst the younger generation and we think it bodes well for the future. Congratulations to Abby, Beth Ann and Lucy on their excellent work - and happy shopping!

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Post Primary Schools Project - ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’: Pictured is Abby Ryan, Ard Scoil na nDeise, competition winner, receiving her prize from Samantha Campbell, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. Also included are Ms. Joanne Brosnan, Vice Principal; Ms. Julianne Foley, Teacher, Ard Scoil na nDeise, and Gemma Power, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Post Primary Schools Project - ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’: Pictured is Beth Anne Gardner, Ard Scoil na nDeise, competition runner-up, receiving her prize from Samantha Campbell, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. Also included are Ms. Joanne Brosnan, Vice Principal; Ms. Jennifer O’Keeffe, Principal and Gemma Power, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Post Primary Schools Project - ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’: Pictured is Lucy Holmes, Ard Scoil na nDeise, who was 3rd place in the competition, receiving her prize from Samantha Campbell, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. Also included are Ms. Joanne Brosnan, Vice Principal; Ms. Jennifer O’Keeffe, Principal and Gemma Power, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Post Primary Schools Competition - ‘How Online Shopping Affects Our Local Economy’: Pictured is Ms. Julianne Foley, Teacher, Ard Scoil na nDeise, receiving the 'Teacher's Award' from Samantha Campbell, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. Also included are Ms. Joanne Brosnan, Vice Principal and Gemma Power, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Dan McGrath]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Seachtain na Gaeilge BHÍ Seachtain na Gaeilge á ceiliúradh i gColaíste Phobail Deagláin Naofa ón 11ú-16ú Márta. Bhí imeachtaí éagsúla trí ghaeilge ar siúl sa choláiste. Bhí Comórtas Ealáin, Biongó as Gaeilge, Tráth na gCeist agus Céilí ar siúl i rith na seachtaine. Bhain cách taitneamh as na h-imeachtaí. Míle buíochas do na múinteoirí gaeilge agus na cuairteoirí a tháinig go dtí Colaíste Phobail Deagláin Naofa i rith Seachtain na Gaeilge. IN HARMONY On Wed., 21st March the National Opera House staged a truly unique and memorable concert featuring almost 400 talented students from 12 post Primary schools of Waterford and Wexford ETB. Students from our school took part in this wonderful event. Since September, students and teachers have been collaborating to produce a concert that show-

Lynsey O'Connell (1 Ross) performing Irish dancing for her class mates during Seachtain na Gaeilge at St. Declan's Community College.

cased a wealth of musical ability. It included a cross college orchestra, a large traditional band, soloists, singer-songwriters and much more. Chloe Raher, a 6th Year student who took part described it as "an amazing opportunity to express ourselves, make new friends, push ourselves outside our comfort zone, while also giving us the confidence to show off our talent with the support of our peers. It was a truly unforgettable experience and I would love to do it all again" MAKE-UP MASTERCLASS On Tuesday, 13th March, St Declan's S.V.P group organised a make-up masterclass for the senior students. It was facilitated by make-up artist, Laura Dempsey. An amazing €350 was raised and this will be given to S.V.P charity. Thanks to all those who took part. Laura is a past pupil of the school and we were delighted to welcome her back for the master class Laura chose Jennifer Morrissey, Transition Year member of our S.V.P. group, to act as model for the class. The day was a great success, everyone got some tips to practice during the holidays. ALL-IRELAND U-18 FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL WINNERS Congratulations to St Declan's Community College on their fantastic win over Carndonagh in

the All-Ireland U-18 Football semi-final. St Declan’s 2-10; Carndonagh Community School (Donegal) 1-11. St. Declan’s qualified For the All-Ireland C football final in the splendid Abbotstown GAA complex when they came from 3 pts down with 7 minutes left to snatch victory. St. Declan’s probably need to improve if they hope to win the final but they won't be found wanting for effort. St. Declan’s team: Ben Kirwan Kill; John Sheahan, Newtown, Conor Burns (Capt.), Newtown, Brendan Gough, Stradbally; Aidan Behan, Kilrossanty, Anthony Lonergan, Kilrossanty, Reece Power (1-1) Kilmac; Tom Walsh, Rathgormack, James Power, Rathgormack (0-1); Shane O’Brien, Portlaw, Donal Queally, Kill (1-0), Tommy Carberry, Kilmac; Darragh Power (0-3) Kilmac, John Power, Portlaw (05 frees), Paul Allen, Kill. Subs: Percy O’Callaghan 45 min; Paraic Hallihan 52 mins., Colm Kennedy, Kyle Walsh-Gahan, Jack Sutton, David Murphy, Jack Hally, Dan Dunne, Tom Mooney, Eoin FitzGerald, Jack Boylan. Man of the Match: Reece Power. Top Trio: James Power, Ben Kirwan, Tom Walsh. See Sports Section for full details.

1st Year students enjoying the Ceilí during Seachtain na Gaeilge at St. Declan's Community College.

Jenny Guiry and Aisling Larkin (6thYear) who performed for "In Harmony" at the Wexford Opera House.

Joint winners of Tráth na gCeist. (Standing): Samantha Doyle, Beibhinn Flynn. (Seated): Helena Barry, Orlaigh Dunphy, Anne Galvin.

Joint winners of Tráth na gCeist. (Seated): Sophie Lyons, Joanne Guiry, Taylor Millea Kirwan, Grainne Dee.

Laura Dempsey giving a make-up master class at St. Declan's Community College. Model on the day was Jennifer Morrissey.

Jennifer Morrissey who modelled for Laura Dempsey's make up masterclass, which took place at St. Declan's Community College.

Students from St. Declan's Community College who took part in the concert "In Harmony" which took place at the Wexford Opera House.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Being Well Week DUNGARVAN CBS has just finished its third “Mind-BodySpirit” week entitled “Being Well at the CBS”. The “why” is to plug back into the natural world around us amid the growing social media influence, to continue to cultivate and nurture a sense of caring community in a chaotic world, to spark positive co-operation and creativity for a better school environment, to reduce and eliminate mental health issues while increasing the vibe of the school. To empower our com-munity with self-worth, self-belief and tools for now and for life. Below is the itinerary for the week. We wish to thank all who took part, all who helped, all who supported. A special thanks to the Parents Council represented by Carole Ronayne and Liz Morrissey, the Principal Mr. Paul Sheehan and the Deputy Principal Ms. Brenda Kirwan, our amazing caretaker Paudie Lynch, The Coach House, Kilmacthomas, Aidan McCarthy (Past pupil and Liaison Officer) and an Garda Síochána, Dawn International, Michael Murray (Past Pupil) of Glanbia, O’Mahony’s Pub for their generosity, Flahavan’s of Kilmacthomas,Tony Keane (Past pupil), Stephen Dargan and Pieta House. Thank you all! Tuesday, 20th March • 08.55: 1.1 & 1.2 - Breakfast Club / Activity: “DINGBATS” Ms Moore, Mr. Barry, Mr Stephen Donovan, Mr. Kelly • 9.05: Building the House “Together we can!” – Phase 1 (A physical and symbolic building of a house to represent co-operation and communication) (TY students) • Live Music – Organized by

Mr. Stephen Coffey. • Teacher Baby Photo Competition Opening – Ms. K. Gleeson. • Senior Sensory Walks (Senior pupils will be accompanied on a guided 40-minute walk to connect pupils to nature and re-engage their senses. This is becoming more important with pupils spending more time on social media and games consoles. • Option for adverse weather: Indoor sensory Walk and Calm Island – Ms. Joyce, Mr. Kenneally • “Happiness” - Steven Dargan. (Junior Cert pupils – 1st, 2nd, 3rd Years). This seminar looks at values, beliefs, motivation, life options, the power of being present, gratitude, what motivates us, social media and happiness. Venue: School Sports Hall Wednesday, 21st March • Live Music – Organized by Mr. Stephen Coffey. • Sponsored Cycle – “Kilmac’ ‘n’ Back!” In association with The Parents’ Council. (Organizers: Mr. Morley, in conjunction with Ms. Moore.) • Wellbeing Sensory Walk to the “Light at the End of the Durrow Tunnel” (For those not cycling.” • In conjunction with an Garda Siochána, Dawn International & The Coach House, Kilmacthomas, Flavahans, Michael Murray and Glanbia. This entire school venture with take the pupils through the Square in Dungarvan with a Garda escort to The Coach House in Kilmacthomas via the Waterford Greenway. At the Coach House Cafe, pupils are provided with

Teachers Ms. Moore and Mr. Barry serving cups of hot chocolate to first years.

First Year students Jack McGrath, Ben Power & T. J. Fitzgerald enjoying a chat over their hot chocolate.

water sponsored by Dawn International and snacks. Pupils walking will go as far as Durrow and back. Pupils return to school via Greenway. Thursday, 22nd March • Building the House “Together we can!” – Phase 2 • “Being active: Road to Resilience!” – Tony Keane (For Junior Cert pupils.) • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) This activity is for Senior Pupils.Venue: A1 • Eanna McGrath’s Circle of Influence.Venue: A10 Friday, 23rd March • Building the House – Phase 3 • Pieta House Information Coffee Morning – For Senoirs • Donation to Pieta House. TY, 5th & 6th Year pupils will have a talk followed by a Coffee Morning with Pieta House to be informed of the facilities and information available to young people. • Time: 10.15 – 11.15 (Talk followed by coffee) • Venue: School Sports Hall and coffee in Main Assembly Area. • Baby photo winner announcement • Junior Sensory Walks HOT CHOCOLATE MORNING As part of our “Being Well at Dungarvan CBS” students in 1st year took part in a Hot Chocolate Morning. The students got a cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows and played dingbats – which is a brain teaser. The students then went outside to play soccer tennis on the school’s astroturf. DUNGARVAN CBS SPONSORED CYCLE Another activity for our Wellness Week was our sponsored cycle and walk on The Waterford Greenway. All years took part and really enjoyed the day. The cycle was from the school to Kilmacthomas and back. The full journey was around 50 km. The students left the school and had a Garda escort to the start of the Greenway. They were then sent off in spaced out groups to Kilmacthomas where they stopped at the Coach House for a rest. They received flapjacks from Flahavans, water from Dawn International and Mooju’s from Glanbia. They then made their way back to Dungarvan. The walkers set off after the cyclists and walked to Durrow and back. Their full journey was 20 km. When they got to Durrow they also got water, flapjacks and Mooju's. Written by: T. J. Fitzgerald 1st Year

First Year Raffle Winners.

From left to right: Patrick Kenneally 2nd year on guitar, Teacher, Mr. Coffey with singers Shane Burke, Adam Baumann and John Power.

6th year students Seamus Cronin and Conor Duggan taking a break from the Cycle ‘Kilmac & Back.’

First Year students who did the walk to Durrow and back with teacher Ms. Joyce.

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ST. AUGUSTINE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

GAA Round-up WE had a good win over Cresent comprehensive Limerick in the 2nd round of the Munster hurling championship in Solohead last week. This group is very committed with a good attitude and while we were full value for our win, no doubt tougher tests await. We had very encouraging displays from our u14s who looked very capable at the older age grade. This mixed with some commanding displays from our older boys laid the foundation for the win. We now progress to the quarter finals which will be played the week after the Easter holidays. Team: D. Byrne (Abbeyside), R. Hayes (Kilrossanty), S. Lanigan (Abbeyside), M. McGary (Dungarvan), M. Mullaney (Stradbally), D. Veale (Kilrossanty), C. Kent (Abbeyside), S. O’Sullivan (Kilrossanty), Adam Carroll-Lawlor (Abbeyside), M. O’Mahoney (An Gaeltacht), W. Beresford (Abbeyside), C. Treen (Abbeyside), S. Callaghan (Abbeyside), R. Tyrell

4TY students John Donovan and Ciara Murphy with Stephen Murray who ran a very successful Poetry Slam Workshop (Abbeyside), A. Dunwoody (Kilrossanty). Subs: R. Quinn (Ardmore), Louis Campbell (Abbeyside), K. Hogan (Kilrossanty), A. Higgins (Abbeyside), S. Dunford (St. Pats), S. Og (Abbeyside), N. Hynes (Clashmore). UNDER 16 ½ FOOTBALL We played Ballyvourney last

week in the Munster Championship in St. Michaels GAA grounds in Cork. After a very physical encounter our lads were very unlucky to go down by two points. This young group have been unlucky this year but hopefully they will learn from the experience and use it when it comes to senior schools hurling.

Dungarvan CBS – Ms. Norris, Ms. Power, Proprietor Craig Dee, Ms. Kirwan, Ms. Moore and Mr. Kelly.

Le linn Seachtain na Gaeilge d’eagraíomar comórtas póstaera do lucht na chéad bliaina. Bhí sé an-dheacair buaiteoirí a phiocadh mar rinne said an-iarracht. Cheangail siad seanfhocail agus pictiúrí le chéile sa slí ildaite agus cruthaitheach. Comhghairdeas libh go léir.Aoife Breathnach (Múinteoir) Lyra Hall, Mia Fitzgerald Philips, Anna Wachunta agus Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain. Dungarvan CBS – Before the walk and cycle: Mr. Morley, Mr. Commins, Ms. Kirwan, Mr. Looby, Ms. Joyce, Mr. McGrath, Ms. Morre and Ms. Geraldine Power.

Transition Year Mini Company Easter Fair took place today. Well done to all and many thanks to teachers Mrs Heather Boyle and Ms Rosaleen Curran co-ordinators.

Dungarvan CBS Students cycling down Mary Street at the start of their journey to Kilmacthomas.

TY students with Alex Walsh who ran a Personal Safety Workshop. Students learnt valuable Personal Safety skils.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

World Book Day at Glenbeg National School.

GLENBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL

Busy times at Glenbeg National School SEACHTAIN na Gaeilge started with a storm, Storm Emma had all schools closed for 3 days and we all enjoyed playing in the snow at home! Once back it was a busy time for all, every day one child from each class was awarded Gaeilgeoir an Lae. Pupils from 3rd to 6th class attended Bórd Quizzes in Scoil Garabháin, well done to the 6th class team who were in the prizes. On Wednesday we had a ceolchoirm where 6th class made up drámí as gaeilge and all other classes sang songs or recited poems for everyone in the school. Thursday we had irish dancing non-stop here in school, again thanks to Helen who comes to us every year to teach us a few rince! We finished the week with a “Wear Green to School Day” for St. Patrick’s weekend.

6th Class retreat.

World Book day was delayed a week due to the snow, children and staff dressed up as a character from their favourite book and many colourful and exciting costumes were to be seen around the school! Fifth and sixth class pupils surprised their mams with beautiful 3D tulip cards for Mother’s Day. Our 2nd class had their First Penance in St. Mary’s Church and Fr. Ryan paid a visit to 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class for their Easter penance. NET Ministries Waterford and Lismore came to give a retreat to 6th class. They had a great fun and enjoyed the day very much. Well done to the boys and who competed in the Mini 7’s recently, the boys got to the semi finals and the girls got as far as the final but unfortunately lost to Garranbane NS. Kiki, Anna & Orlaith

Céilí Mór.

Ceolchoirm.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

SCOIL GHARBHAIN

Lá na Leabhar ar fud an Domhain BHÍ samhlaíocht iontach le feiscint agus na páistí ag tabhairt faoin tionscnamh. Ár mbuíochas libhse ár dtuismitheoirí as an tacaíocht iontach a thug sibh don imeacht seo go háirithe nuair a cuireadh é ar athló de dheasca na sneachta. Bhaineadar an thaitneamh as agus comhgháirdeachas leis na daltaí agus le foireann na scoile as páirt a ghlacadh. WORLD BOOK DAY It was fantastic to see the children’s imagination at work as they tackled this project with enthusiasm. A big thank you to you our parents for your fantastic support with this event especially as it was postponed due to our snow. Staff and children thoroughly enjoyed the day and congratulations to all who participated. RANG 4 AR CUAIRT SA LEABHARLANN LEIS AN SCÉALAÍ NIALL DE BÚRCA Bhí ana mhaidin go deo ag Rang 4 an tseachtain seo caite nuair a thugadar cuairt ar an Leabharlann chun seisiún scéalaíochta a chaitheamh le Niall de Búrca. Bhíodar faoi dhraíocht ag Niall agus chaitheadar an mhaidin sna trithí ag gáire. Bhí idir Gaeilge, Béarla agus Arabic ar bharr a theanga aige a chur meangadh gáire ar na páistí ón tSiria. Míle buíochas le Niall agus le Foireann na Leabharlainne as an gcuireadh fíor álainn chun na leabharlainne. RANG 4 VISIT DUNGARVAN LIBRARY TO HEAR SCÉALAÍ – NIALL DE BÚRCA Rang 4 enjoyed a fantastic morning last week when they

visited the Library to spend the morning enthralled by Niall and his storytelling. He held them in the palm of his hand they were senraptured by him and he had them in the stitches laughing. He spoke to them in Gaeilge, English and Arabic much to the delighted of the children from Syria. A big thank you to Niall and to the staff of Dungarvan Library for their fabulous invitation to the Library. ROTHAIR CHOTHROMAÍOCHTA AGUS PÁISTÍ AN NAÍONRA Is beag áird a bhí ag páistí na scoile ar a gcuid oibre le déanaí mar bhíodar chomh tógtha sin le bheith ag féachaint ar pháistí an Naíonra agus iad ag gluaiseacht ar luas lasrach go muiníneach timpeall an chlóis ar na rothair. Tá roinnt mhaith réidh leis an

chéad chéim eile a ghlacadh ar rothair le trigíní. Maith sibh foireann an Naíonra agus ár mbuíochas le Pairtnéireacht Spóirt Phort Láirge a chur na rothair ar fáil dúinn. BALANCE BICYCLES AND THE CHILDREN FROM THE NAÍONRA The pupils in Scoil Gharbháin’s attention was certainly taken from their school work last week as they stared in admiration at the children from the Naíonra as they whizzed confidently around the school yard on their balance bikes. Many of the children are ready to take on the challenge of pedals. Well done to all the staff in the Naíonra and a big thank you to Waterford Sports’ Partnership who provided us with the balance bicycles.

Páistí ón Naíonra tosnaithe ag rothaíocht.

Rang 4 ar Cuairt sa Leabharlann leis an Scéalaí Niall de Búrca.

Spraoi againn le Lá na Leabhar i Scoil Gharbháin

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

CAPPOQUIN PRIMARAY SCHOOL

Highlights of 2018 at Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin THE year 2018 has got off to an exciting start at Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin. Here is a summary of the highlights to date. NEW BUILD There was a palpable air of excitement on Monday, 29th January when the children and staff of ‘Le Chéile’ packed up their goods and possessions and moved into their new classrooms. These classrooms are located in the extension to Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin.The extension, which has been added to the existing school building in a seamless fashion, houses two large classrooms, a sensory room, a hall, an office and much more. It will be open to the public for viewing in the near future and it is well worth a visit. As a consequence of the completion of the new building, 4th class pupils have left their temporary classroom, the school hall and they are now happily installed in their new classroom in the existing school building. PROJECT AND ACTIVITIES Research, compilation and presentation of a variety of projects was carried out by the pupils in 3rd Class and in 5th Class during the month of February. 3rd Class pupils completed projects on the counties of Ireland, while 5th class pupils focused on the Irish Famine. During the month of March, some classes completed entries for a local poetry competition. They composed poems which focused on the important women in their lives. GOOD LUCK TO ALL! As part of the Blue Star Programme, the children in Junior and Senior Infants took part in a specially designated ‘French Day’. They learned about many aspects of French culture. Bravo! GYMNASTICS COURSE All pupils in BGS have just completed a gymnastics course. This course ran for six weeks and the pupils enjoyed practising and mastering the techniques required for somersaults, handstands and cartwheels. Many thanks to our coaches, who facilitated the six sessions. CHURCH LITURGIES The month of March was a busy time for 6th Class and 2nd Class students.The students of 6th Class took part in the Ceremony of Light during Mass on Saturday, 10th March. This ceremony is part of their preparation for reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation.The children of 2nd Class received the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Wednesday, 22nd March. WORLD BOOK DAY World Book Day was celebrated in Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin on Thursday, 23rd March. A myriad of characters from popular novels were to be seen in the classrooms. They ranged from Harry Potter to the wife of Fantastic Mr. Fox. Many interesting activities took place on the day, much to the delight of the pupils. ST. PATRICK’S DAY A big shout out for all the pupils who sang in the school choir at the St. Patrick’s Day Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin. Warm congratulations to the members of Cappoquin Camogie Club who won a trophy for their float in the local St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Their prize includes participation in a game in Croke Park during Easter weekend. CEOLCHOIRM – SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE Bhí ceolchoirm sa halla to mark Seachtain na Gaeilge. Bhí anspoirt againn.

Pupils in Cappoquin Primary School celebrating World Book Day and Seachtain na Gaeilge. 2nd class pupils doing shared reading with Junior Infants as part of World Book Day.

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Ceolchoirm – Seachtain na Gaeilge CAPPOQUIN PRIMARY SCHOOL Bhí ceolchoirm sa halla to mark Seachtain na Gaeilge. Bhí an-spoirt againn.

OBITUARY

WILLIAM (Billy) AHEARNE Toor North, Aglish

JOHN (Sean) COUGHLAN Mongally, Aglish, Cappoquin

It is with great sadness that we record the sudden and unexpected passing of William (Billy) Ahearne, Toor North, Aglish, which sad event occurred on Sunday, 11th March, 2018. Billy was born and reared in Toor North, Aglish, and also went to school there. He often talked about his school days compared to today and how times have changed so much. He was a very intelligent man and always up-to-date with current affairs of the world. Billy worked in the local Leather Factory and gave many years working in John McGrath’s, Waterford Joinery, where he made many life long friends. In his later years he worked at home on his farm, doing the things he loved most as he loved the outdoors life. Billy was also gifted and talented with his hands and could turn his hand to anything. Billy was always a very healthy and fit man with powerful strength and was never sick in his life, so his sudden passing is such a shock to his entire family and friends. He was very happily married to his wife Eleanor for many years and together they raised three children Helena, Liam and Paul. Billy was blessed with eight grandchildren and took great pride in their activities and accomplishments in their lives. He enjoyed long walks and watching the GAA and he also loved his weekends away with Eleanor to Killarney and Galway, etc. Billy was Eleanor’s one in a million. Billy lay in repose in Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 13th March, and where in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, the Rosary was led by Fr. Milo Guiry, P.P. Huge numbers of people came to pay their respects. On Wednesday, 14th March, the removal took place to St. Patrick’s Church, Mt. Stuart, where Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Billy’s life was celebrated. Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by his grandchildren Mark, Rachel and Charlie. The first and second readings were read by his daughter-in-law Ann and the Prayers of the Faithful were read by his grandchildren Dylan and Amy. Throughout the Mass beautiful hymns and music were provided by Dina Walshe. After the Mass one of Billy’s favourite songs “Daisy A Day” was sung as Billy was carried to his final resting place by his son Liam, son-in-law Richard, grandson Dylan, nephews Tom Beausang and Kevin Cummins and brother-in-law Michael Cummins. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Eleanor; daughter Helena; sons Liam and Paul; son-in-law Richard; daughters-in-law Ann and Fiona; grandchildren Dylan, Amy, Mark, Rachel, Emily, Charlie, Neven and Kyla; his sisters Mary-Jo, Nellie, Statia and Peggy and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated for Billy on Sunday, 8th April, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Patrick’s Church, Mt. Stuart. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

With sadness and regret we record the passing of John (Sean) Coughlan, Mongally, Aglish, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving father of the late Frank, which sad event occurred peacefully on 22nd March, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at University Hospital Waterford. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Friday evening. Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing on Saturday evening, funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, before removal took place to Church of Assumption, Aglish. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Sunday morning by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E. Symbols representing his life were presented to the altar by daughters Noreen O’Mahoney (deck of cards); Mary Kennefick (the accordion); Georgina Leddy (prayer book); and son Peter (fishing net cork float); these were narrated by son Timmy. Readings during the Mass were recited by sons Timmy and Billy Coughlan. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Patricia Kearney, Sean and Declan O’Mahoney, Eric Kennefick and great-grandson Sean Coughlan. Aglish Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by Lorraine Kennefick and Cody Coughlan. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P., assisted by Rev, J. Kiely, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where John (Sean) was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Mary (Maureen), nee Lennon; sons John, Billy, Timmy, Kevin and Peter; daughters Noreen, Mary and Georgina; brother Seamus; daughtersin-law, sons-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

BIDDY DROHAN (nee Boland) Ballinroad, Dungarvan It is with sadness and regret we record the passing of Biddy Drohan which sad event occurred on Sunday, 25th March, 2018. Funeral Mass will take place in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, today (Wednesday) at 11.00 a.m. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To her daughters Cáit, Ann and Bríd; relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

VERY REV. PATRICK (Paddy) FITZGERALD, P.E. Priest’s House, Ballinameela, Cappagh With sincere sadness and regret we record the passing of Very Rev. Patrick (Paddy) Fitzgerald, P.E., Priest’s House, Ballinameela, Cappagh, Co. Waterford, former Parish Priest of Knockanore, Glendine and Kilwatermoy, loving brother of the late Michael, Crooked Bridge, Lismore, which sad event occurred peacefully on 20th March, 2018, in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Conna Nursing Home, Conna. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P.; Rev. W. Canon Ryan, P.P., and Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends, his Clergy colleagues and former parishioners. Reposing on Thursday evening Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev. W. Canon Ryan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and was assisted by Rev.W. Canon Ryan, P.P.; Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. M. Guiry, P.P.; Rev. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rt. Rev. Mgr. N. O’Mahoney, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday afternoon by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D., he was assisted by Rev. M. Cullinan, P.P.; Rev.W. Canon Ryan, P.P.; Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. B. Power, P.P.; Rev. J. Denmead, P.P.; Rev. M. Hegarty, I.C., P.P.; Rev. M. Byrne, P.P.; Rt. Rev. Mgr. M. Olden, P.E.; Rev. J. Kiely, P.E.; Rev. W. Canon Meehan, P.P.; Rev. J. Harris, C.C.; Rev. R. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. M. Enright, P.E.; Rev. J. Browne; Rev. P. Fitzgerald, P.P.; Rev. Halloran; Rev. F. Lucey, P.E.; Rev. R. Liddane, A.P.; Rev. M. Melican, I.C.; Rev. B. Canon Crowley, P.P.,V.F.; Rev. P. Cahill; Rev. M. Kennedy, P.P.; Rev. W. Carey, P.P.; Rev. E. Canon Cullinan, Adm.; Rev. M. Mullins, P.P.; Rev. N. Hassett, P.P.; Rev. L. Power, P.P.; Rev. M. Farrell, P.E.; Rev. T. Flynn, P.P., and Rev. M. Cooney, O.S.A. Readings during the Mass were recited by niece Gaile Beaver and nephew Sean Fitzgerald. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandnieces Karen Kelleher and Emma Fitzgerald, grandnephews Michael Boland, Jack Fitzgerald, Ronan and Shane Kelleher. Lismore Parish Choir with organist Jim Cosgrove provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by grandnieces Aisling Boland and Shauna Kelleher. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D., officiated the graveside prayers and he was assisted by Rev. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev.W. Canon Ryan, P.P., where Rev. Patrick Fitzgerald, P.E., was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family relatives, former parishioners, his Clergy colleagues, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving brother John; sisters Kitty Kelleher and Noreen McBride; sisters-in-law Margaret and Etta Fitzgerald; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends; Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D.; Bishop Emeritus William Lee, D.D.; Priests, religious and people of the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

Holy Week Ceremonies Just think of it! Parish of Abbeyside, Ballinroad & Garranbane

28th March (Spy Wednesday) – Abbeyside: 7.00 p.m. Penitential Service. 29th March (Holy Thursday) – Abbeyside: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. 9.30 p.m. Holy Hour. Ballinroad: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. G arranbane: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper. 30th March (Good Friday) – Abbeyside: 12 noon Stations of the Cross; 3.00 p.m. Passion Liturgy; 7.00 p.m. Prayers around the Cross with music of Taize. Ballinroad: 3.00 p.m. Passion Liturgy. G arranbane: 7.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. 31st March (Holy Saturday) – Abbeyside: 7.00 p.m. Easter Vigil. Ballinroad: 7.00 p.m. Easter Vigil. 1st April (Easter Sunday Mass) – Abbeyside: 9.30 a.m. Mass of the Resurrection; 12 noon Mass of the Resurrection. Ballinroad: 10.00 a.m. Mass of the Resurrection. Garranbane: 11.00 a.m. Mass of the Resurrection.

As it is Holy Week, there will be no 10.00 a.m. Mass Holy Thursday or Good Friday.

St. Mary’s Parish Church Dungarvan Celebrating the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus: Holy Week - Easter 2018 HOLY THURSDAY, March 29th: The Eucharist Please Return Trócaire Boxes Chrism Mass in Waterford Cathedral: 11.00 a.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 7.30 p.m. Holy Hour: 9.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. Good Friday, March 30th: Friday of the Passion of the Lord Day of Fast and Abstinence Stations of the Cross: 12.00 noon The Passion of the Lord: 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross: 7.30 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. Holy Saturday, March 31st Confessions: 11.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.; 2.30 – 4.00 p.m.

The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.30 p.m. Easter Sunday, April 1st: The Resurrection of the Lord Masses: 10.00 a.m. and 12 noon. EASTER WEEK IN ST. MARY’S CHURCH Easter Monday (April 2nd) to Easter Saturday (April 7th) inclusive: Daily Mass at 11.00 a.m. only. The Blessed Sacrament Chapel will close on Wednesday, March 28th until Tuesday, April 17th. Sunday, April 8th Divine Mercy Sunday - Devotions begin at 2.30 p.m. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help - Begins at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April 9th and continues for 9 Monday evenings at 7.30 p.m.

Friary Church Dungarvan Celebrating the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus - Holy Week - Easter 2018 HOLY THURSDAY, March 29th: The Eucharist Please return Trócaire boxes Confessions: 4.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m.

Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 6.15 p.m. Adoration after Mass: Until 10.00 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY, March 30th: Friday of the Passion of the Lord Day of Fast & Abstinence Confessions: 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Passion Liturgy: 4.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross: 8.00 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land will be taken up as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. HOLY SATURDAY, March 31st: Waiting at the Lord’s Tomb Confessions: 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon and 3.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.30 p.m. SUNDAY, April 1st: EASTER SUNDAY: The Resurrection of The Lord Masses: 9.00 a.m. & 11.00 am. Easter Week: Easter Monday (2nd April) to Easter Saturday (7th April) Inclusive. Daily Mass at 10.00 a.m. only Wishing all our Parishioners and Visitors a very Happy Easter.

READING the gospel account of the sufferings and death of Jesus presents us with a group of people each of whom plays a significant role in these dramatic events. St. Peter must have gone through agonies of remorse and self-rebuke when it dawned on him that he really had denied that he ever knew Jesus. “Will I ever be forgiven, will I ever forgive myself?” He knew he was by nature impetuous, but to pretend he didn’t even know Jesus! The apostle John ran away from the garden of Gethsemane, but he went back and we find him standing near the cross on Calvary and being entrusted with the care of Jesus’ mother during the years ahead. Mary herself is not mentioned in the Passion story until Jesus speaks to her from the cross and tells her to see St. John as a son who will look after her. I like to think of her as waiting with calm confidence for the first news of her Son’s rising from the dead, never doubting that he will keep the promise he has made during his public preaching. We also meet Mary Magdalen standing near the cross. She is going to play a prominent part in the events of the first Easter Sunday, bringing to the Apostles the news that the tomb in which Jesus was laid has been found to be empty, and that she herself has talked to the risen Jesus. One other name figures briefly in the events of Good Friday, that of Barabbas, the brigand and murderer whose release the Roman Governor offered to the mob in Jerusalem in the hope that they would choose to have Jesus released instead. Barabbas must have been astonished when his jailers told him that he was free to go, by order of the Governor himself. And then there is Pilate himself, convinced that Jesus is an innocent man, but also careful to look after his own career prospects by not antagonising the leaders of the Jews. The Passion story is indeed a drama rich in personalities. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

MARY CROTTY (nee Browne) Lackenfune, Dungarvan It is with feelings of profound regret we record the passing of Mary Crotty (nee Browne), Lackenfune, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on Friday, 2nd March, 2018, at CareChoice Nursing Home, The Burgery, Dungarvan. Born in 1932, Mary was the only child of the late Martin and Bridget Browne, Lackendarra, educated at Touraneena N.S. and Technical College, Dungarvan. She worked in St. Vincent’s Hospital, Dungarvan, and it was there she met and married her husband Jeremiah and moved to Lackenfune where they reared their five children Pete, Helen, Geraldine, Martin and Valerie. Mary was predeceased by her husband Jeremiah.They lived a happy, modest but comfortable life. Mary took great pride and joy in her garden, loved baking and had a very talented eye for art and crafts, including knitting, crochet, ring making, drawing and painting. In later years she enjoyed a game of 45. She watched and enjoyed a variety of sports and picked many a National winner. She loved the company of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She possessed a great sense of humour and a great faith devoted to the Sacred Heart. Her passing is much regretted, not only by her sorrowing family, but also by her many friends. May she Rest In Peace. Sr. Alice recited Rosary at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Wednesday, 7th March, in the presence of a large gathering. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home to St. Mary’s Parish Church on Thursday, 8th March, where Requiem Mass was celebrated by Very Rev. Canon Ryan, P.P., after which the funeral proceeded to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Touraneena, for interment. Prayers at the graveside were recited by Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., again in the presence of a large gathering of mourners. The lessons were read by her daughter Geraldine Allen-Ross and grandson Kevin Crotty. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by daughter Geraldine, grand-daughter Jenny Moore and great grandson Gavin Allen-Ross. Offertory Gifts were brought by grandchildren Karen Crotty and Alan Crotty. An array of personal items were brought to the altar by her grandchildren Nicola Dee, Lorna Hornby, Siobhan Allen-Ross and daughter Valerie. Appropriate music and hymns were by Dina Walsh. The chief mourners were – Pete and Martin (sons); Helen Dee, Geraldine Allen-Ross and Valerie Crotty (daughters); Nicky Dee (sonin-law); Lorna, Sarah, Nichola, Nicholas and Maggie Dee; Jenny, Karen and Alan Crotty; Sean and Siobhan Allen-Ross and Kevin Crotty (grandchildren); Gavin and James, Aoife and Emma, Alison and Benjamin (great grandchildren); Kevin Crotty, Derbyshire, England (brother-in-law); relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Mary will be celebrated on Sunday, 1st April, 2018, at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Parish Church. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

EUGENE MORONEY Graiguemore, Modeligo It is with sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Eugene Moroney which sad event occurred on Sunday, 25th March, 2018. Funeral Mass will take place today (Wednesday) at 2.00 p.m. in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Modeligo. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Deeply mourners by his wife Nicola; daughters Abi and Lucy; mother Ethna; father Jim; mother-in-law Isabelle; brothers Kevin and David; sister Nicola; brother-in-law Kenny; sisters-in-law Marie, Mairi and Sinead; aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

OBITUARY NORA DOWNEY Connolly Row, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford It is with great sadness that we record the passing of Nora Downey, from Connolly Row, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who passed away on the 4th March, 2018, at Waterford Regional Hospital. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on the Friday evening, where Father Ryan recited the Rosary and funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, friends and neighbours. Following the removal to St Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, where she was received and blessed by Father Ryan. The Funeral Mass was celebrated on the Saturday morning by Father Ryan, in the presence of her loving family, friends and neighbours. Symbols representing Nora’s life were presented to the altar; these included flowers, that represented her love of gardening, and a packet of biscuits which represented her love and generosity to all those who knew her; these gifts which presented by her niece Gillian Gabriel and her great niece Lucy Gregory, as well as close cousins Charlie and Rosabelle Mangan. The readings during the Mass were recited by Aine O’Shea and Val Mangan. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by her grand-daughter Gemma Williams and cousin Ruby Mangan.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by Noreen Downey (niece) and Anthony Williams (grandson). A lovely selection of music was provided by Dina Walshe who sang ‘Dungarvan My Hometown’ amongst other beautiful songs during the Mass. Nora’s grand-daughter Gemma, recited a personal poem, dedicated to both her grandmother and late mother (Maureen Downey) embodying both their lives and noted absence. Following the Funeral Mass, the burial took place at the cemetery of St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, where she was laid to rest with her late husband Lar Downey. Graveside prayers were officiated by Father Ryan, in the presence of loving family, relatives and a large circle of friends. May she Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son John Downey and grandchildren Gemma and Anthony and great grandchildren Ryan, Laila and Amelia. As well as her nieces Noreen, Kay and Gillian. We also extend our deepest sympathy to Nora’s extended family, friends and neighbours in both Ireland and London. With special thanks to Drohan’s Funeral Home for their support and delicate assistance during this difficult time.Thank you to all those who contributed during the Funeral Mass and to all those who attended. Thank you to all those who expressed their sympathies by offering Mass cards at both the reposal and at the Funeral Mass, and thank you to all those who offered flower arrangements. Special thank you to Dina Walshe for providing a beautiful selection of music. We would like to express our gratitude to the following families, the Mangans, the Duggans and the Hodnetts. With a special thank you to all those that cared so well for Nora at Waterford Regional Hospital, Dungarvan Community Hospital (where she herself worked for over twenty years) and Deise Day Centre, the Home Help providers and her many friends and acquaintances that she met on her frequent visits to the Irish Wheelchair shop, St.Vincent De Paul and First Edition. God Bless Ye All. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

ELIZABETH (Betty) YOUNG (nee Bannon) Ring, Dungarvan, and late of Modeligo, RICHARD O'LEARY Cappagh 4 Cois Trá, Dungarvan, and formerly of Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were expressed with the passing 91 Childers Estate, Dungarvan (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

We record with feelings of deep sorrow and regret the passing of Richard O’Leary on Friday, 23rd March, 2018.We express our heartfelt sympathy to Richard’s mother Catherine; brother David; sisters Sandra, Wendy and Tina; uncles Jimmy O'Leary, John, Tommy, Kevin, David and Derek Carlton; aunt Carmel; extended family, other relatives and friends. Richard lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Monday evening, 26th March, where in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends the Rosary was recited. Removal took place on Tuesday morning, 27th March, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Richard’s life was celebrated by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., and afterwards Richard was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard. May he Rest In Peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

of Elizabeth (Betty) Young on Thursday, 22nd March, peacefully, in the tender care of staff at St.Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Alexander (Sandy); brother Jim and sister Miriam; Betty is sadly missed by her sisters Ursula and Deirdre; brother Colm; sisters-in-law Breeda and Mary; brothers-inlaw Hugh and Paddy; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Betty lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 23rd March. Many people came to remember Betty, pay their respects and console her bereaved family. Rosary and prayers were recited by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., before the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Betty’s life was celebrated by Fr. Kelly, P.P., on Saturday morning, 24th March, and afterwards Betty was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

59 SEAMUS (Shamie) POWER Ballyvecane, Glencairn, Lismore It is with great sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Seamus (Shamie) Power, Ballyvecane, Glencairn, Lismore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred on 19th March, 2018, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Marymount Hospice, Cork. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Michael Melican, I.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends, before removal took place to the Church Of Immaculate Conception,Tallow. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev Fr. Crowley. Symbols representing his life were presented to the altar by sons Evan Sheehan and Jordan Power (steering wheel); friend Rob Crowley (Mondello Park Cert.); niece Elaine Sheehan (bells); sister-in-law and niece Esther and Chloe Power (can of Guinness); brother Walter Power (fishing reel); wife Jillian Power (family photograph); friend Jerry Kelly (Nicky Hannigan Trophy); the significance of these was narrated by Ashleigh Sheehan (niece). Readings during the Mass were recited by Mike McCormac (friend) and Cora-Anne Sheehan (daughter). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Eddie Dunlea (friend), Michael Sheehan (brother-inlaw), Eimear Sheehan, Gary Morrissey (friend). Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by his Godchildren Daineadh Power and Keelan Hannigan. Seamus’s niece Jessica Power sang ‘Amazing Grace’ during Communion. Communion Reflection was recited by Susan Power (sister-in-law). Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev, Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Seamus was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest in Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving heartbroken wife Jillian (nee Sheehan); his loving children Jordan, Evan and Cora-Anne; mother Maureen (nee O’Keeffe); father Sham; sister Margaret; brothers Liam and Walter; father-in-law Michael Sheehan; daughter-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncle, aunt, nephews, nieces, grandchildren and Godchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

UNA MURPHY (nee Noonan) Kilmore Cottage, Tallow It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Una Murphy (nee Noonan), Kilmore Cottage,Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Jack Murphy and mother-in-law of the late Niall O’Farrell, which sad event occurred peacefully on 19th March, 2018, surround by her loving family at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Lying in repose at her home in Kilmore Cottage, Tallow, on Wednesday evening. Funeral prayers were recited by her nephew Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Removal took place from her home on Thursday afternoon to the Immaculate Conception Church,Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Fr. G. Condon, P.P. Following reception prayers, Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. During the Funeral Mass readings were recited by grand-daughters Kate and Alice O’Keeffe. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Rosanna O’Keeffe, Ellen O’Keeffe, Rosemarie Geary, Grace O’Keeffe, Joe O’Keeffe. Una Geary (grand-daughter) recited a poem by John O’Donoghue following Prayers of the Faithful. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by Margaret Condon (niece) and Evelyn O’Keeffe (grand-daughter). A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Frank Ryan and organist Mary Peddar-Daly. Son David delivered a beautiful tribute to his mother and showed his appreciation on behalf of the family for the help they received from the community throughout the funeral. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. Condon, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Una was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she Rest In Peace. We extend of deepest sympathy to her loving sons John and David; daughters Ann O’Farrell, Catherine Geary, Rosemary Murphy, Oonagh O’Keeffe and Therese O’Keeffe; sisters Kay Randles and Margaret Franklin; daughters-in-law Fiona and Gerty; sons-in-law Vincent Geary, Michael Kavanagh, Joe and Bill O’Keeffe; sister-inlaw Nuala Noonan; nephews, nieces, her 24 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

FARMING Round-up … Second thinning grant worth €500/ha introduced for broadleaf forests NATIONAL Farm Forestry Chairman, Pat Collins has updated farmers that a second thinning grant of €500/ha is now available under the Woodland Improvement Scheme to support farmers to undertake essential management. He said, “Thinning and tending are essential operations to improve individual stem quality and the overall quality of the forest. From a commercial point of view, the most important part of any tree is the lower section of the stem; that is why timely management of the crop is so important to improve its value”. He said that the tending and thinning grant under the Woodland Improvement scheme was previous only available to grant-aided broadleaf forests planted since 1980, but has been extended to non-grant aided broadleaf forests and all broadleaved mixture forests that meet requirements. The Woodland Improvement Scheme provides a fixed grant of €750/ha for first thinning and a new €500/ha grant for second thinning. The variability of stem growth and quality is higher in broadleaves, therefore management is very different than for conifers, Pat Collins said. He recommended that farmers take the time to select and mark the final crop trees known as Potential Crops Trees (PCTs) in their plantations. Then future management can focus on the stems with good form and vigour as well as reducing the competition around PCTs. Pat Collins concluded by saying, “There is a strong demand for hardwood thinnings in the Irish firewood market. The market has grown by over 61% in the last decade to 237,000m3 in 2016.”

IFA welcomes additional rural social scheme places IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has welcomed the announcement that 250 additional places in the Rural Social Scheme have been allocated. The additional places, secured by IFA in Budget 2018, increase the total number of places on the scheme from 3,100 to 3,350. Joe Brady said the Rural Social Scheme is a vital support to low income farm families and to local communities where job opportunities are scarce. “Social supports such as Farm Assist and RSS are vital to maintain farming and rural communities. The Government must consider extending the Rural Social Scheme not just to recipients of social protection schemes, but also to farmers who are on low incomes. This is necessary as job opportunities in many rural areas are very limited,” Joe Brady said.

Credit review office identifies frustration of farmers in dealing with banks IFA Farm Business Chairman Martin Stapleton said farmers share the frustration expressed by the head of the Credit Review Office John Trethowan about the inflexibility of banks in dealing with customers. Welcoming the report of the Credit Review Office, Martin Stapleton said, “The role of banks should be to encourage and enable farmers and SMEs to undertake investment. However, the experience on the ground is very different. The most basic loan application is getting tied up in all sorts of red tape because the banks have moved away from their customers.” The IFA Farm Business Chairman said the Credit Review Office is correct when it points out that viable farmers that could trade out of their difficulty are being denied the opportunity to do so because the loans are now with vulture funds and they cannot re-finance.

All promised scheme funding must be paid to farmers IFA President Joe Healy has said that it is vital that the full allocation of funding to the Rural Development Programme 20142020 is used, and that any saving arising from underspends in some schemes must be put into existing schemes or used to support new schemes. The IFA President was commenting on IFA analysis which predicts an underspend of €106m in the total Rural Development Programme (RDP) allocation by the completion of the programme in 2020. He said, from the analysis of spending to date and projected spending between now and the end of the Programme, it is clear that while some schemes will spend most of their allocation, there will inevitably be underspends in other schemes. “While there have been well publicised annual underspends in the Rural Development Programme, the Minister has always said that this will be made up by increased spending in the later years of the programme. However, our analysis shows that

as we are into the second half of the programme that this will not happen and there is a likelihood that there will be a significant underspend,” he said. “The Minister has always been adamant that all the funding allocated for 7 year programme would be spent over the full programme. He must deliver on this promise and the only way to do so is to reallocate some of the funding to ensure it will be spent in full. “With the Government looking at a financial surplus of over €3bn heading into the next Budget, the funding for schemes should be increased in 2019,” Joe Healy said. The IFA President said the Minister should introduce additional payments for suckler cows in line with the IFA campaign for a payment of €200 per suckler cow, he should increase ANC funding, and widen TAMS to include additional items. “The Suckler cow sector badly needs a boost to protect and develop what is a vital national asset. Farmers need €200 per

Suckler cow. Following an IFA campaign, ANC payments were increase by €25m this year but that still leaves farmers in ANC areas short of where the payments rates were before the cuts during the economic downturn. “There is no excuse for the Minister not to act and it would be indefensible to allow funding to go unspent when we have a full blown income crisis at farm level” he said. Joe Healy said, “Rural Development measures are vital to farmers as they provide key income supports such as ANC, BDGP and Sheep Welfare payments; they reward farmers who provide public goods through schemes like GLAS, and give vital investment support for farmers to modernise and become more competitive through TAMS. The current RDP programme is worth in excess of €4bn, between a combination of over €2bn from EU money and the remainder from national funds. Commenting on the IFA analysis, National Rural Development Chairman Joe

Brady said that annual underspends that have become the norm in recent years, must not be repeated going forward. He insisted that payments to all schemes must be made on time as delays are causing huge cash flow difficulties on farms. Joe Brady said that IFA will be insisting that the next Rural Development Programme post2020 is well funded. IFA wants the annual ANC Budget to increase to €300m; the maximum payment under GLAS to be doubled to €10,000 with higher payments for farmers who have designated land; a wideranging farm investment scheme; and, a retirement scheme for farmers who pass the farm to the next generation. Joe Brady also pointed out that the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed should ensure that farmers retain as much of the RDP funding as possible, as currently there is significant leakage to facilitators, planners and other agencies in the application process for some schemes.

Buoyant lamb market ahead of Easter IFA National Sheep Chairman Sean Dennehy said the lamb market is very buoyant with factories trying to maximise numbers, which are very scarce, for the Easter trade. He said in general €6.20/kg is being paid but higher price deals of €6.30/kg have also been paid. He continued by saying that farmers should shop around to maximise the price and consider all the options now that the market is strong. On Spring lamb, Sean Dennehy said farmers needed at least €150 per head to go towards meeting the much higher costs this Winter and Spring. He said meal costs alone had rocketed up on sheep farms this Spring.

IFA SECURES STRONG SUPPORT FROM POLITICIANS FOR INCREASED EU AND CAP BUDGET – Speaking at an IFA lobby session attended by more than 80 politicians in Dublin recently, IFA President Joe Healy said there was very strong backing from politicians from all parties and Independents for an increase in the EU Budget to fund a stronger CAP post-2020. Pictured from left to right: Waterford Chairman Kevin Kiersey, IFA President Joe Healy and Senator Paudie Coffey.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

Minister Creed announces further supports for farmers applying for their 2018 BPS online THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., outlined plans for supports to assist farmers in making their 2018 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and Transfer of Entitlements applications online. The Minister stated “the recent growth in the number of online BPS applications shows more and more farmers are finding that the best way to apply for vital schemes such as BPS and ANC is online. Online applications offer a range of benefits for farmers and also help my Department to issue these vital payments more efficiently.” In 2018, the online application process was opened in early February to facilitate the move to online applications. Minister Creed added “I am delighted to see that a large number of farmers have already applied online since I announced the early opening of the 2018 application

period. Almost 20,000 farmers have already made their online applications, compared to a total of 3,500 applications received at this stage last year.” The Minister added “Under EU regulations, 2018 is the first year that all applications for the BPS and ANC schemes are to be submitted online. In keeping with these regulations, my Department has been rolling out a range of technical supports for farmers who are not in a position to apply online. This will ensure that all farmers can access these vital financial supports. Further to existing supports available, such as telephone helplines, how-to guides and instructional videos, I have asked staff in my Department to be available to meet with farmers on a one-toone basis in various locations throughout the country to assist them in making their applications.

These clinics have proven successful in the past and farmers can sit down with an official from my Department and make their online BPS or Transfer of Entitlements applications on the spot.” From 2018 all the elements of the Direct Payments Schemes (BPS, Greening, Young Farmers Scheme, National Reserve, and Transferring of Entitlements) will be online. This will help to ensure that the Department can process all applications under these schemes as efficiently as possible. Should farmers wish to contact the Department in relation to their online application they can do so at: • 076 1064424 in relation to queries on registering for www.agfood.ie – for example queries on lost passwords, how to register etc., or • 076 1064420 in relation to

queries on actually completing the BPS application once registered on www.agfood.ie or to enquire about the one-to-one clinics. The Minister concluded: “I would urge all farmers to avail of the opportunity to apply for the BPS at this stage via the online system. It is open for farmers to do this either as individuals or through an agent. Higher levels of online applications will allow my Department to continue to improve on the delivery to farmers of essential payments under schemes such as BPS and the Areas of Natural Constraint Scheme.” PBS ONLINE CLINCIS Date: Thursday, 12th April, 2018 Time: 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Venue: Gold Coast Golf Resort, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan.

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DUNGARVAN MART SPECIAL ENTRY – On Monday next, 2nd April, at Dungarvan Mart. 30 Yearling Bulls consisting of Charolais, Belgian Blues, Limousin, Aberdeen Angus and Herefords. Recently TB tested. From a local producer.

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READER’S QUERIES Question: I am involved in a farm partnership with my son. I don’t mind saying that we have done quite well out of the arrangement by additional and top-up entitlements and receiving a higher rate of TAMS grant. My son told me at the weekend that a fellow he went to college with had one of these new young farmer inspections where they came at relatively short notice, demanded to see a lot of personal paperwork such as bank details and must have asked a hundred questions that put that young fellow to the pin of his collar to try and answer them. That lad is not out of the woods yet, as the DAFM aren’t fully satisfied with some of the answers they were given. Surely this is rather heavy handed behaviour. I now fear that one day we will get pulled for one of these visits and where would we be as my son is teaching in Kerry and is only around at weekends. He gave enough toing and froing to get the green cert. I wasn’t aware of the young farmer having to be around the whole time. Is this the case? Can you please advise? Answer: No, the young farmer doesn’t

have to be about all the time but if and when interviewed they must have a good working knowledge of and be directly involved in the day-to-day management of the farm. They will have to have a good knowledge of the schemes you are in, the land farmed, production systems, etc. They will also have to evidence they play an active role in the financial side of things such as paying merchants, land leases where applicable, etc.You and your son have drawn down and continue to draw down considerable funds on the strength of him being a qualifying young farmer. This is a two-way street and he must honour his side of the bargain. If a case is found on inspection to be created for the purposes of drawing down additional funds under false pretences, then all additional funding received under such schemes would have to be returned. He is lucky he has two weeks holidays now to brush up on things! I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The school holidays are now here. Put your family first and be farm safety aware!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

Farm Assist Increase Teagasc DAIRYING Coping with the late Spring Fertilizer Apply fertilizer now or as soon as you can travel on the land: 1.Where the second application of N is being applied, spread 40-50 units of N/acre or the equivalent in 18:6:12 if P and K are at index 1 or 2 (subject to nitrates limitations); 2. Where this is the first application of N, apply 50-60 units N/acre. Silage stocks and feeding Assess available silage stocks and feed demand. Guideline figures for intake of fresh silage (2224% DM) are: • 380-400kg per week for mature animals (dry/milking cows, bulls, in-calf heifers) • 150-170kg per week for young stock (yearling heifers) This is based on fulltime housing and can be reduced by 40-50% if cows are grazed by day. Estimate total demand for the next 3 weeks and compare to stocks in the yard. Aim to have at least 1 week silage reserve on hand by mid-April. If this is unlikely it is best to take action now to stretch supplies. Dry cows Where silage stocks are tight, dry cow diets can be adjusted as follows:

Meal feeding in this situation will not lead to increased calf birth weights once silage is rationed out and excess BCS gain is avoided. It is important to ensure that a silage-sparing effect is achieved. Ensure cows have adequate barrier space per cow (0.6 m/head). Straw can be fed chopped and mixed with silage, or rolled along the feed barrier if chopping machinery is not available. Make sure correct mineral feeding levels are continued. Do not turn out cows on the point of calving to fresh grass, even if weather and ground conditions improve, because this will greatly increase the risk of milk fever. Milking cows Prioritise the highest quality silage to milking cows. Where silage DMD is poor (<68DMD) and supplies are tight, there is a large risk of causing digestive problems (acidosis, displaced abomasum) by a sudden increase in concentrate feeding to correct an energy deficit. Rumen health should take priority in these situations so be mindful of overloading concentrates in the diet. It may be best to use once-a-day milking on thin freshly calved cows to reduce BCS loss and correct energy levels. Some guideline diets, with different silage qualities and quantities available, are listed in the table below. The diets are shown for 3 silage types and for where there are adequate (A-C) or restricted (D-F) silage stocks available. These diets are for a fulltime indoor situation and are for fresh calved cows milking at 24-26 litres and rising. Beet pulp is used instead of hulls where silage is in short supply to increase overall energy intake.

CHECK YOUR ENTITLEMENT WITH UPDATED IFA ONLINE CALCULATOR IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has welcomed a recent increase in Farm Assist payments, and reminded farmers that IFA offers an online calculator to help determine if they qualify for Farm Assist and what level of payment they could expect. Farm Assist is a means tested income support scheme available to farm families when their income falls below a certain threshold. Farm Assist acts as an income

supplement providing a top-up to bring incomes in line with social protection thresholds. From March 21st, the maximum weekly rate of Farm Assist payments increased by €5 to €198 as part of increases to social protection payments announced in Budget 2018. Joe Brady said, “Farm Assist is a vital support to low income farm families and provides a supplement to sustain farmers to continue to actively farm their land and maintain their businesses. It is important that

Nitrates Derogation Applications 2018 THE Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine are reminding farmers that 2018 Nitrates Derogation applications can now be submitted on line. The closing date for applications is 20th April, 2018. Farmers are advised to contact their agricultural advisor to determine if they should avail of this facility. Farmers who applied for a Derogation in 2017 are reminded that they must submit fertiliser accounts by 20th April 2018 also.

End of year Nitrogen and Phosphorus statements (N&P statements) for 2017 are available on the Department’s online system www.agfood.ie. or by phoning 053-9163444. Farmers not already registered for agfood.ie can do so by logging onto www.agfood.ie and clicking the 'Register' button. To register a mobile phone number for future SMS text alerts log on to https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/mobileupdates/ to access the sign-on form, or alternatively contact the regional office.

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*Given the cost and complication associated with these diets, getting cows to grass must be a priority. Grazing by day alone would reduce the parlour-fed concentrate input by approx 2.0 to 2.5kg in the scenarios outlined, and would eliminate the need for out-of-parlour meal feeding in situations where silage stocks are adequate. For example, grazing 6kg DM grass in diet B would mean that hulls could be eliminated and parlour-fed concentrate reduced to approx 5kg Precautions with these diets: 1. These diets will only work IF roughage intake is being achieved and feeding management is good. Check that animals are eating adequate quantities of forage. 2. High risk of digestive upsets, acidosis, laminitis, displaced abomasums (LDA) with these diets, if not built up slowly to high levels of meals. 3. Plenty of access to water – clean out regularly. Consider providing extra water troughs / bins. 4. Avoid feeding more than 3-4 kg of any one individual straight. A blend is safer above these levels. Avoid high levels of cereals in the concentrate. 5. Avoid sudden changes in diet 6. Check feeding space is adequate. If animals are suffering a lot where feed space is not adequate – feed in yards or under the wire at grass where necessary 7. Check that mineral requirement is being met. 8. Take pressure off housing, have ½ animals in, ½ out 9. Use a buffer such as sodium bicarbonate in the diet (e.g. 200 grams / head / day) 10. Check to make sure parlour troughs are being cleaned out before the next batch of cows come into the parlour. There are a lot of very poor young stock/ heifers on farms. Meal feeding is essential.

payments are at a level that makes that possible and, in assessing eligibility, account must be taken of the reality of farm income volatility, constraints and commitments; the costs associated with farm investment; and, the limited employment opportunities in rural areas.” The IFA Farm Assist Calculator is available in the Farm Finance Section of the IFA Website at https://www.ifa.ie/farmfinance/farm-assist-calculator/

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 25.75 4.70 3.16 2.02 6 591 236 1,400 25 12

Comments: Grange Waterford • 50% Grazed • Out by day only • Vaccinating cows for Lepto • Tail Painting cows also South Kilkenny • Out by day only • 66% Grazed • Milk recording mid week

South Kilkenny 24 4.89 3.44 1.97 4 656 287 1,400 11 20

Dungarvan Mart Prices MONDAY 26th MARCH DRY COWS 1 A.A. 700 kgs. made €1,280. 1 Fr. 685 kgs. made €1,100. 1 Fr. 690 kgs. made €1,045. 1 Fr. 670 kgs. made €1,035. BULLOCKS 4 A.A. 561 kgs made €1,160 each. 3 Lim. 500 kgs. made €1,095 each. 1 Char 460 kgs. made €1,100. 2 Char. 430 kgs. made €1,070 each. 2 Her. 222 kgs. made €490 each. 6 Char. 345 kgs. made €940 each. 7 Char. 365 kgs. made €870 each. HEIFERS 1 Lim. 615 kgs. made €1,270. 1 A.A. 595 kgs. made €,1165. 1 Char 450 kgs. made €1,100. 2 Char. 390 kgs. made €995 each. 3 Lim. 337 kgs. made €720 each. 3 Char. 435 kgs. made €960 each. 3 Her 383 kgs. made €800 each. CALVES Bulls: Fr. Bulls made from €65 to €145 and up to €225 for strong Fr. Bulls. Aberdeen Angus Bulls made from €150 to €250 and up to €300 for strong A.A. bulls Hereford Bulls made from €250 to €310 and up to €330 for stronger Herefords Cont. Bulls made from €250 to €350. Heifers: Aberdeen Angus Heifers made from €100 to €150. Her. Heifers made from €130 to €200. Cont. Heifers made from €180 to €280. Special entry for Monday 02/04/’18, 3 Pedigree Bulls 1 Lim. and 2 A.A. for local producers.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

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Brothers Ryan and Cillian Banville pictured at a recent Embrace Farm fundraiser with John Ryan South East Ireland Ford Six Cylinder Club, Bernadette Murphy Director Murphy’s Motors Glenmore, Diane Banville Embrace Farm and Paul Gannon South East Ireland Ford Six Cylinder Club.

Murphy’s Motors to host kids farm safety fun event March 29th from 2.00 p.m. at Murphy’s Motors, New Ross Road, Glenmore, County Kilkenny MURPHY’S Motors in conjunction with Embrace Farm will host a fun and interactive kids farm safety event on March 29th from 2.00 p.m. at their premises on the New Ross Road, Glenmore, County Kilkenny supported by Hooper Dolan Insurances and Zurich Insurance. This follows on from a recent fundraiser in aid of Embrace held at Murphy’s which raised €1,200. Embrace Farm work in supporting Irish

farming families affected by tragedy on Irish farms. On March 29th children are invited to attend a fun afternoon where they will have an opportunity to meet Alma from Agrikids who will engage the children in workshops, storytelling and computer games all focused around farm safety. Speaking about the event, Bernadette Murphy of Murphy’s Motors said, “we are very excited to host such an event here at our

ICMSA want Ornua Bonus to be paid “direct to farmers” with March Milk Payment THE Chairperson of the ICMSA’s Dairy Committee has welcomed last week’s 2017 Financial Statement from Ornua showing improved profit levels and signalling its intention to pay a bonus of €15 million to member-suppliers. Ger Quain said this cash bonus must be paid to member Co-ops in the coming month who, in turn, must pass it on in full in the March milk statement. Given the substantial cut in February milk price, the ICMSA Dairy Chairperson said the return of this bonus – in full – to milk suppliers is absolutely essential. “This payment is needed against a background of milk price cuts that were introduced during the most expensive time on dairy farms with fertilizer and meal bills. Currently, cash flow is at a premium and the recent cold spell is wreaking havoc in terms of grass-growth and adding to spiraling costs and fodder problems. Dairy farmers are going to need their milk processor fighting hard for them in 2018 and ensuring every effort is made to deliver efficiencies in their operations because the primary producer cannot be the ones to feel all the pain - as is the case shown by the recent cuts”, said the ICMSA Dairy Chairperson.

premises and believe that highlighting farm safety and risks associated with farms can only be of benefit. It is a very serious issue, however, we will make the afternoon as fun as possible with loads of giveaways and the Easter Bunny might even pay a visit”. Bernie also expressed her gratitude to Hooper Dolan Insurances and Zurich Insurance in supporting such an event. This promises to be a very worthwhile afternoon for farming families in the region.

IFA encourages farmers to make BPS applications and avail of Department support clinics IFA Deputy President Richard Kennedy has encouraged farmers making online BPS applications to avail of Department of Agriculture support clinics taking place during April and early May. The IFA Deputy President reminded farmers that from this year, EU regulations require that all BPS applications be made online. He urged farmers to make their BPS online applications as early as possible, and if they experience any difficulties in complet-

ing the application online to make direct contact with the Department of Agriculture or go along to one of the Department’s one-to-one support clinics. The Department of Agriculture is providing one-to-one support at venues nationwide to assist farmers in making their 2018 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and Transfer of Entitlements applications online. Details of the Department of Agriculture clinics are available on the IFA website. Richard Kennedy pointed out that in

2017, around 114,000 farmers made their applications online, meaning 13% made paper applications. So far this year, 2,206 of those who made paper applications last year have applied online. The IFA Deputy President also highlighted the advantages of online application, including preliminary checks, which can identify over-claims and dual claims which can then be rectified without penalty. The closing date for BPS applications in 2018 is Tuesday, 15th May.

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When boyhood’s fire was in my blood, I read of ancient freemen; Of Greece and Rome who bravely stood, Three hundred men and three men. THE brave resistance of Greek and Roman soldiers at the Pass of Thermopylae and with Horatio on the bridge in Rome 2,500 years ago is recalled in song and story through all those years since, even as lines in our own march ‘A Nation Once Again’ recall the deeds of Irishmen against overwhelming odds. But there is an Irish story about such heroism, which has only fully emerged into the light in recent years, about a troop of Irish soldiers who stood firmly against odds of almost twenty to one, in the far off land of Africa in 1961 while wearing the Blue Beret of the United Nations. The story of the Siege of Jadotville in the former Belgian Congo was finally told in a documentary a few years ago and of which I was reminded by the recent passing of Brigadier General Tom Quinlan of Colligan, who, with his 155 Irish Army colleagues under the UN flag, took part in an engagement against an opposing force of over 2,500 troops. The circumstances of the engagement and subsequent relative silence about one of the greatest acts of heroism and courage by Irish soldiers anywhere, is steeped in international and Irish intrigue too lengthy to go into here. The year was 1961, just three years after the first contingent of Irish troops went on foreign service with the United Nations to the then Belgian Congo, to keep the peace between warring local factions which also included Belgian Colonial Army and a sympathetic police force in a bitter civil war. In that 35th Contingent, Tom Quinlan was Platoon Commander with A Company, 35th Infantry Battalion, under the overall control of Commandant Pat Quinlan from Limerick, which was stationed at Jadotville in anticipation of trouble there. And trouble there turned out to be, as a force of 2,500 mercenaries, police and other interests laid siege to the town. Had they gained entry, there would have been a widespread massacre of the local inhabitants, as well as the Blue Helmeted defenders. As the great force began their siege on the 13th September, 1961, Comdt. Quinlan’s stark order to his troops was ‘dig for your lives’. And dig they did, establishing protective trenches and other defenses against a force which threatened to over-run them at any time. Over the following days the small, brave band of men repulsed attack after attack, inflicting heavy losses. Successive attempts to relieve and restock the Platoon by UN troops were unsuccessful, halted at a nearby bridge by hostile forces. The siege and attacks went on for five days with continuous small arms and machine gun fire and, as Waterford man, Noel Carey recalled,

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‘the mortars were screaming in over our heads with an ear-splitting crash as they hit the ground and exploded’. Then, with supplies of ammunition, food and especially water, exhausted, they had to surrender on the 17th September and were taken captive. Such was the dearth of information emanating from the region, that the Irish media actually reported that the force had been wiped out. Their casualties, courtesy of their military skill, courage and discipline and good leadership from their officers, amounted to just one soldier wounded. It was little short of miraculous. They were held as prisoners of war for a month before their release was negotiated. There was little or no celebration on their return to Ireland and little was known about the major engagement until it finally and almost fully emerged into the light, with the making of the film ‘The Siege of Jadotville’ two years ago, Brigadier General Tom Quinlan, who passed away on Friday, 2nd March last, was a member of 27 Cadet Class (1953 to 1954). In addition to the Jadotville engagement, Tom later commanded his platoon for the successful action at the Old Airstrip, Elizabethville on 5th December 1961 during Operation Unokat. The action culminated with the attack by 36th Battalion on The Tunnel on 16th December, 1961. While serving as a Captain with 10 Infantry Group, UNFICYP, Tom was presented with the Distinguished Service Medal, with Distinction, on 4th June 1968 for his qualities of leadership and courage while serving with ONUC (Congo) during the period September to December, 1961. He commanded 45th Infantry Battalion UNlFlL, Lebanon in 1979. While serving with UNTSO as Chief, Observer Group, Egypt, Tom was on the reviewing stand in Cairo with James Tully TD, Minister for Defence, and Lieutenant General Louis Hogan, Chief of Staff, on 6th October, 1981 when President Anwar Sadat was assassinated. At home Tom Quinlan served in a wide variety of appointments, including Cadet Master, and General Officer Commanding Southern Command. He retired with the rank of Brigadier General. I was privileged to have had a hand in organising a joint Civic Reception for General Tom Quinlan and Commodore Joseph Deasy (Dungarvan) in September 1992, an event around the organisation of which there are several amusing stories. But those are for another day.

THERE was hardly a time when John Daly, Dungarvan’s prolific poet, was not writing poetry. Even at the tender age of six or seven, he was penning lines which may not have rhymed or scanned, but which fulfilled his early desire to get words onto paper. Now, with four substantial volumes of poetry to his credit and working on his fifth, his pen is as busy and his poetic mind as feverish as ever it has been in the last few decades. An early morning call to his house this week saw him sitting at his desk inside the expanse of glass which allows him view his garden and the birds which come regularly to visit. “I have always tried to tell a story through the lines of my poetry,” he says and a read through his latest volume, ‘Farewell to Dungarvan’ will prove that there is a story, or a moral, to all of his work. The opening poem, which gives the title to the book, is about a sad parting from his old hometown, which could have been dedicated to the thousands who, over the decades made their sad journey across town to the railway station at Shandon. “Down every street will bloom the rose of sorrow, When to Dungarvan by the Comeraghs I will tell Why I go and leave my heart behind tomorrow, With one final, fateful wistful word . . . farewell. Those might have been John’s own thoughts as he left an Ireland while still in his teens which could not provide him with a decent job and made his way to the railway station to take him to the emigrant ship in the hope of a better way of life in London. About the age of four, John had gone to live with his grandfather, John B. Daly in Ballinacourty. There he went to school for some time before going to the Christian Brothers. Living in Ballinacourty, John used to accompany his grandfather to Elstead’s Pub known as the Gold Coast. His grandfather drank very little, but liked an occasional sherry. During Summertime, people home from exile were joined by people from neighbouring Ballyvoile, Stradbally, Abbeyside and other nearby places when there would be singing and

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recitations. “My grandfather was always interested in recitations,” says John, “and, by the time I was eight, I knew many of the long poems from the book ‘Songs of the Sourdough’ by Robert Service. ‘Dangerous Dan McGrew’, ‘The Cremation of Sam McGee’ and ‘The Face on the Bar-room Floor’. I knew them all by heart. “Those all resonated with me to some degree and then Brother Murphy, a gentleman in the CBS, introduced me to the poems of John O’Brien in ‘Around the Boree Log’, an Australian collection which included the funny ‘Tangmalangaloo’ and the more serious, ‘The Trimmin’s of the Rosary’. His grandfather’s first cousin, Pádraig O Dálaigh became Director of the Gaelic League in the early years of the last century and also the Educational Book Company of Ireland. He wrote extensively, but much of his time was dedicated to setting up branches of the Gaelic League, Connradh na Gaeilge, from which sprouted other cultural organisations all over the country. He had worked with Arthur Ryan, Solicitors before taking on his new role which brought him to Dublin. He wrote extensively as well as publishing an anthology of ballads he had collected around the country. He also published an Irish Language Sounding Dictionary. Writing then is in the Daly genes and while John was in England he continued to jot down his thoughts on whatever piece of paper was around. Often they were parodies of the happenings of the day. This was often in the Irish pub he frequented, where his new friends encouraged him to read what he wrote for them. However, years later it was his grand-daughter Aoife, who came across some of his earlier writings in an old copybook and asked if it was John who had written them. “I said yes,” John recalls, “and there and then she suggested that I should publish some of them in a book.” This resulted in his first volume, ‘Songs of a Stargazer’ followed by ‘Windmills of the Mind’. Over the years, more and more poems emerged from his mind and his pen and he

produced his third book, ‘Ghosts of the Copper Coast’ inspired by his experiences at a poetry reading circle in Bonmahon organised by artist, Sean Corcoran. One evening, John saw a cloud come in from the sea and, as it reached land at the cliffs, it began to swirl and change shape and colours. It was a very dramatic experience which inspired John to take pen in hand. “There was movement in the cloud,” he said, “and one could imagine people actually working in it. It slowly drifted away and afterwards I wrote the poem, ‘The Copper Coast’.” His current book is ‘Farewell to Dungarvan’, which has a bumper 125 poems on all subjects, in many styles and of differing lengths. One of the funniest poems is that entitled “The ‘Would be’ Politician” the salutary tale of the man who stood for election and believed all he heard on the doorway during his canvass. Final verse: “When at last the votes were counted consternation reigned supreme. The five votes he got in total destroyed his self esteem. Now he sadly turns the pages where the names were written down. And wonders how so many liars could survive in one small town.” “There is great satisfaction in producing creative writing,” he says, “and when someone tells you that they liked a poem you wrote, then money could not buy that satisfaction.” As I left, John returned to his hand-written journal to resume his work on another poem, which just might be a contribution to a fifth volume of his very readable poetry.

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COLLIGAN IN CONTROL IN CAPPOQUIN

ANOTHER WIN FOR WATERFORD LADIES

Colligan 1-13; Tourin 0-12.

Waterford 4-9; Cavan 1-6.

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SEE PAGE 21 Twenty year old Michael Duggan of Dungarvan Boxing Club was crowned National Novice champion at 64kgs at the National Stadium on Friday, 9th March. He is pictured with Club Coach Killian Walsh.

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24th Annual Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series launched

New look Summer series announced

Cheyanne Tobin and her dad Davy Tobin pictured at the recent Déise College Dungarvan 10k.

Race sponsor Alan Ryan smiles for the camera as he completes the recent Déise College Dungarvan 10k.

Hi wait for me Mam” shouts Darragh Hogan at his Mam Nuala as she comes into complete the recent Déise College Dungarvan 10k.

Sineád O'Brien from Árd Scoil na nDéise who ran in the Senior Girls race in Carriganore recently.

Aglish fun run/ walk Easter Monday THE 6th annual Aglish fun run takes place on Easter Monday, 2nd April 2018. 10k run/5k run or 5 k walk. Entry fee €7 or a donation. Registration from 11 am. Walk starts 11.30 a.m. run starts 11.45 p.m. Refreshments afterwards in Aglish Community Hall. Numerous spot prizes. Sponsorship cards available on request. All proceeds to Children's Hospital Crumlin. facebook aglishfunrun@gmail.com mobile 0868474285

Running Quote Pat Morrissey gives his all as he completes the recent Déise College Dungarvan 10k.

Craig Cowming comes into the finish at the recent Déise College Dungarvan 10k.

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IT'S that time of year again when we turn our attentions to the summer series which we are doing now for the 24th time. Many of the races have remained the same for much of these 24 years with some new ones added as time has elapsed. As we know with many things you can't sit still and you have to change and evolve and update as time goes by to help freshen things up as we go along. With that said we are always trying to look at new ideas while always trying to keep our core traditional events unchanged as much a possible for as we all know tradition is important. Last year as you all know we changed our overall series sponsor to Intersport Elverys bringing together a power house sports retail name in the industry in Ireland along with an athletics house hold brand in Asics. So looking forward the series more or less keeps the same format, we will include a brand new race bringing the total of events now to 12, the only road racing series in the country with this many races. We are introducing a brand new race The Ballinameela 5k which will slot in as the final race in the series for 2018. This event we are very excited about with a brilliant community spirit out in Ballinameela and a super fast course also it will round off the event in great style. The 12 race programme will be held over the summer months from April to August with a diverse programme of events which holds something in it for everyone, both distance and terrain wise. We will have some other slight changes also this year with Clashmore changing to a new 5k course, Ras Na Rinne will also see a change to the Cunnigar leg of the course. More information on these shortly. The Intersports Elverys/Asics Summer Series in West Waterford gets underway on Friday, 6th April with the 5th Annual MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k road race. There is an 12 race programme during the summer months, culminating in the Ballinameela 5k on Friday, August 30th at 7 pm. We are looking forward to meeting all our old friends throughout the summer months and hopeful we make also make many new acquaintances along the way as well. For further information please contact James 086-8184762 or info@westwaterfordathletics.org or find us on facebook. RACE ENTRY INFORMATION We are finding that many are now using our online pre entry to many of our races which is a huge help to the race organisers. This year our online entry will be €7 and if you wait to enter on the night of the race it will be €10. Also we are

continuing our online race series package which will cost you €40 for. The overall prize fund for the series will remain the same as last year and this is achievable with thanks to the generosity of our great sponsors. As a non-profit making club which has always strived to cater for all levels of participants and promoted itself as having events organised for runners by runners, we know from the feedback that runners appreciated the effort’s being made by our club in this matter and participants from far and near came and supported our events. We're really looking forward to seeing runners of all standards back again this coming summer series. But remember save yourself money and get your online race entry in. VALUE SUMMER SERIES RACE PACKAGE This unique Race Package allows participants to enter West Waterford A.C.'s own races in the Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series. So for €40 you are entered for The Ballinroad 5k on April 6th, Ardmore 5 mile on 11th May, Clashmore 5K on 8th June, Dromana 5 mile on 22nd June, Ras Na Rinne 6 mile on 6th July, Ballymacarbry 5 mile on 20th July and Marine Climb on 3rd August. If you will be pre entered for all the listed races and your race number will be available for pick up at each race headquarters. Here is the link for the series package. https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/selectrace?e=52685153 CAN YOU COMPLETE SEVEN FROM TWELVE? We will continue again this year with the rewards system where any runner that completes 7 out of the 12 races over the series will once again qualify for an Intersport Elverys/Asics voucher to the value of €30 which will be redeemable at the Intersport Elvery’s Sports store in Dungarvan for Asics product. For the best value summer series in the country it's got to be the Intersport Elverys/Asics series, where would you get it? COURSE RECORDS INTERSPORT ELVERYS/ASICS SUMMER SERIES 2017 Ballinroad 5k Philip Harty 2014-15.25 Sinead Mansfield 2014-18.41 Butlerstown 4 mile Trevor Power 2014- 20.47 Martina O'Dwyer 2014-23.50 Waterford – Tramore 7 miles Sandis Bralitis 2010-36.44 Pauline Lambe 2010-44.03 Ardmore 5 miles Philip Harty 2013-24.30 Madeline Loughnane 200929.06 Touraneena 5k David McCarthy 2008-14.26 Vanessa Molloy 1997-17.41

Clashmore 5 miles Sandis Bralitis 2008-24.58 Pauline Lambe 2010-29.45 Dromana 5 miles John Treacy 1994-23.49 Pauline Lambe 2010-29.20 Marine Climb 10k James Sullivan 1995-30.20 Siobhan O’Doherty 2009- 37.48 Ballymacarbry 5 miles David McCarthy 2012-23.55 Pauline Lambe 2010-29.48 Ras Na Rinne 6 miles William Harty 2000-29.14 Lori Stitch 1998-35.14 and Pauline Lambe 2009-35.14 Glaxosmithkline 5 miles Sandis Bralitis 2008-24.32 Sinead Cummins 2004-29.20 MICHEÁL O HOGÁIN AND SLATEWAYS TROPHIES TO BE PRESENTED TO SERIES WINNERS The overall series winners come August and after the 12 races on the card will be presented with two magnificent trophies, the Micheál O'Hogáin trophy to the men's winner and the Slateways trophy will be presented to the ladies winners. The names of previous winners which are listed below sees many of the top road runners over the past 24 years listed. Who will have their name added to this list only time will tell. MALE SERIES WINNERS James O’Sullivan (1995-1997) Philip Harty (1996) William Harty (1998-1999-20002001-2003) Peter Duggan (2002-2004) Raivis Zakis (2005-2012-2013) Sandis Bralitis (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010) Brian Murphy (2011, 2015) Kevin Kenneally (2014, 2016) Kevin O'Leary ( 2017) FEMALE SERIES WINNERS Rebecca Harty (1995) Una Murray (1996) Geraldine Guiry (1997) Catherine Hennessey (19992000-2001) Jackie Carty (1998-2003-20042005-2006) Sinead Crotty (2007) Corinna Walsh(2002-20082011-2012 ) Pauline Lambe (2009-2010) Nollaig O’Neill (2013) Martina O'Dwyer (2014) Sandra Prendergast ( 2015) Mary Molloy (2016) Kate Veale (2017) ENTRY TO THE SUMMER SERIES Please note that entry to the summer series is separate to that of the individual races. It’s an extra €5 to join the series and you may join the series at any of the races up to and including the Dromana race which is the deadline for doing so. When you enter the series, you must do 7 of the 12 races and you will automatically qualify for a €30 Intersport Elverys/Asics voucher. "Where would you get it?"

West Waterford Athletic Club Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Road Racing Series 2018 Race 1. Ballinroad 5k 6th April 2018 Race 2. Butlerstown 4 Mile 13th April 2018 Race 3. Waterford to Tramore 7.5 Mile 28th April 2018 Race 4. Ardmore 5 mile 11th May 2018 Race 5. Touraneena 5K 25th May 2018 Race 6. Clashmore 5 Mile 8th June 2018 Race 7. Dromana 5 Mile 22nd June 2018

Race 8. Ras Na Rinne 6 Mile 6th July 2017 Race 9. Ballymacarbry 5 Mile 20th July 2018 Race 10. Marine Climb 6 Mile 3rd August 2018 Race 11. GSK 5 Mile 17th August 2018 Race 12. Ballinameela 5k 31st August 2018 All individual race details can be viewed at www.west waterfordathletics.org.

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Joe Gough sets a new Irish record and becomes champion of Europe CLUB member Joe Gough continued his remarkable international master success story last week in Madrid, Spain where he was taking part in the 12th European Masters indoors championships. Joe was entered in the over 65, 800 and 1,500 metres. Joe got his Euro's off to the ideal start on Wednesday morning by winning his heat of the 800 in a time of 2.30. Joe had the fastest time in the qualifiers, so he was the man to watch for the final which was on Thursday evening. Watch they may as Joe showed a clean pair of heals to the field coming home to take the European crown in a time of 2.22.36 well clear of the silver medalist Italian Giovanni Finielli 2.27.96 and bronze went to Belgium's Jos Herinckx in 2.28.18. Just 15 hours after winning gold over 800 metres on Friday morning at 9.20 a.m. Joe was to continue his remarkable winning sequence when competing in the final of the 1,500 metres over 65 Joe easily took gold once again in a time of 5.05.16 with silver going to Luciano Moser Italy

Sharon runs Wicklow half WELL done last Sunday morning to club member Sharon Nugent who completed the Wicklow Gaol Break half marathon in a time of 1.52.41.

Entries for Munster road championships THE club will be submitting teams for the Munster Senior, Masters and Novice road championships which are being held on Monday, April 2nd Castlelyons, Co. Cork starting at 1 pm. If you are interested in running any of the above please contact road racing co-ordinator Gerry Cantwell on 086-3503571, no entries accepted on day of competition.

Pictured is West Waterford’s Joe Gough double gold medalist at last weekend’s European masters track and field championships over 800 and 1,500 metres also setting a new Irish record in the 1,500 metres over 65. 5.07.91 and the bronze was claimed by Luis Lahoz Spain 5.08.52. So it was double gold for the Mitchel Street man and to round off a superb weekend Joe also set a

new Irish record in that 1,500 metres smashing the old standard of 5.12. Well done from all at your club Joe a remarkable achievement to add to your long list of successes.

Mallow 10 WELL done Sunday to the West Waterford athletes who competed at the annual Mallow 10 where there were 1,200 finishers. The overall winner this year was Bantry's Alan O'Shea in 51.48 with the ladies race going to Gill Hodgins, Leevale AC 9.19. Ray Hahesy led our athletes home in 1.08.20 while Ann Dunford was the first club lady home in 1.18.49.

Ray Hahesy Eamonn Cashin Ted O'Leary Ann Dunford John Fennell Maria White Sharon Higgins Rose Power Catherine Condon Margaret Conway Michael Coakley Tricia Cullinane

1:08:09 1:12:04 1:17:49 1:17:51 1:19:24 1:21:05 1:24:53 1:34:37 1:33:12 1:39:56 1:48:20 1:48:23

Dunhill/Fenor 10 mile THE Dunhill/Fenor 10 mile road race was held recently with a field of 224 completing the course in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital, Dublin. The overall race winner on the day was Brain Murphy, Carrick-onSuir AC in a time of 56.00 with the ladies title going to Ruth Fitzgerald, Waterford AC in 61.22.

West Waterford AC’s seven athletes who made the trip and their finishing times were: Kate Veale 71.28 Martin Tobin 79.54 Bernie Prendergast 81.42 Catriona Kiely 81.55 Caroline Russell 96.59 Rose Power 96.59 Linda Gracia 100.17

Pictured is Mark Mason of Mark Mason Mortgages and Financial Services presenting James Veale, West Waterford Athletic Club with the sponsorship for the upcoming Colligan League which starts Thursday, March 29th and will continue for five Thursday evenings at 6.30 p.m.

Mason Financial Colligan league kicks-off this Thursday evening, March 29th THE Mark Mason Financial Colligan league kicks-off this Thursday, 29th March in Colligan wood at 6.30 p.m. Once again Mark has come on board as sponsor again this year and the club would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Mark and his family for their generous sponsorship. Mark has sponsored this league over the past number of years and has always been a most supportive and generous sponsor and we are delighted to be once again be associated with Mark for 2018. This league is perfect for all in that it caters for every kind of runner and non-runner. You don’t need to be a regular runner to join

up, many newcomers start at this league each year and again this year we expect the same trend to follow. There are three different routes to choose from so we really do cater for everyone. We guarantee you will surprise yourself with what can be achieved in a short few weeks, and you will never know what you can achieve unless you come along, so please do give it a go. It’s just €2 each night to enter, you can of course come along any week to partake if you can't make it the first evening and hi don't forget to Bring a friend don’t keep it to yourself. FORMAT OF THE LEAGUE Over the course of the 5 weeks

of the league we will keep a record of each person’s finishing position. If you finish first you get one point, fifth place will earn you 5 points and so on. All runners will be put into divisions of 5 and after the four weeks the winner of each division will receive a prize. Prizes will be awarded to those in each route and the divisions make it fun and interesting and all the more enjoyable. The overall winner of the hill league will also receive the Veale Family Perpetual Shield. DATES OF THE LEAGUE Round 1: March 29th at 6.30 p.m. Round 2: April 5th at 6.30 p.m. Round 3: April 12th at 6.30 p.m. Round 4: April 19th at 6.30 p.m. Round 5: April 26th at 6.30 p.m.

24th Annual Intersports Elverys/Asics Summer Series 2018

Summer Series kicks off with the MTS Broadband sponsored Ballinroad 5k

Pictured at the launch at Intersport Elverys Dungarvan of the Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series of road races were left to right: Tiernan Russell, Intersport Elverys Dungarvan; Michael Hatton, Asics Ireland and James Veale, West Waterford Athletic Club.

FRIDAY week, April 6th sees the start of the Intersport Elverys/Asics summer series for 2018 when the 5th Annual MTS Media Ballinroad 5k will get this year's series underway. This year once again we are delighted to be able to help and support the local community in Ballinroad as the local soccer club Ballinroad A.F.C. will be the benefactors of the race, with monies donated towards their pitch fund. The race will incorporate a fun run/walk with proceeds from them going towards the clubs fund for this project. Starting at 7 pm with Ballinroad Community Hall as the race HQ. A huge turnout is expected if last year is anything to go by as we

deem the race to be the fastest flattest 5k course around. Our sincere thanks to John Coleman and Jamie Moroney of MTS Broadband for attaining the sponsorship for this race. As you know in West Waterford AC we like to cater for all and have different prize structures in all our races, for the Ballinroad race we will have prizes for the top 5 men and women with lots and lots of spots for down the field finishers and for only a €7 pre entry fee. But remember you must enter online to avail of the €7 entry otherwise its €10 on the night. The course chosen for the race is an excellent out and back course which is very flat so if your first attempt at the 5k distance or you’re

looking for a fast time on a flat- fast course this is your opportunity to shine. Full race details in next week's notes. But for now spread the word Ballinroad 5k Friday, April 6th is where it's at. INTERSPORT ELVERYS/ASICS SUMMER SERIES 2018 Enter Ballinroad M.T.S. Media 5k online now via West Waterford Athletic Club website! Our upcoming fixtures there's a link to do so. Numbers can be collected on the evening of race. This race will cost €7 to enter online but if you wait until the night of the race the entry fee will be €10. Here is the link below to enter. https://endurancecui.active.com/ev ent-reg/select-race?e=52706654

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

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com INSURANCE Shouting “Fore” doesn’t cover you legally for a bad shot or give you any exemption from what happens next. The only thing that can give you complete peace of mind is a specialist golf insurance policy. A lot of people think that golf insurance is just about covering that expensive driver from damage or theft but there’s much more to it than that. Ever wondered who pays for the damages when a golf ball flies through a car window? It certainly isn’t the car owner’s insurance company. A golf ball hit by an average golfer travels at around 150kph and can do serious damage to property and, more seriously, to an individual if struck. In the Gold Coast we arrange Golf Insurance for any member wishing to take it up. The closing date for this year is Sat 31st March. LEGS OF LAMB WINNERS The Legs of lamb will be available for collection from Thursday next, 29th March from noon on. The following are the various winners: Austin Kiely, Bobby Fitzpatrick 2, Brian Dunbar, Brian Fahey, Colin McArthur 2, Conan Watt, Conor Clancy, Darren Power, Frank Waters, Ger Darcy, Elaine Goss, Joe Curran 2, Joe Meade, Joey Veale, John D Walsh, John Enright, John Hallinan, John Queally, Liam Clancy, Micheal White 2, Nicholas Keane, Paul Lawton 2, Richard Walsh, Sean Carmody, Thomas Power, Tom Reynolds 2, Tommy Long. CAPTAIN’S DRIVE IN Our Captain’s Bernie and Tim had a brief discussion on Saturday last and decided, having consulted the fixture list, to reschedule the

Captain’s Drive In for Sunday, 8th April at 10 a.m. Congestion in our fixture list probably decided the issue as the following Sunday is booked by the ILGU, the Sunday after is our Club Classic, The ILGU are here again the following Sunday and the Vice-Captain’s Prize is on the following Sunday. The Drive In will be followed by a 9/11 Hole Scramble and then Spare Ribs and Colcannon in the Gold Coast. ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE TO CONTEST ALL IRELAND SEMI-FINAL On the 24th April the Friary team will travel to Monkstown to play RBAI in the All Ireland Colleges Semi-Final. They qualified for this by becoming Munster Champions when they defeated Christians College Cork in the final, having beaten Crescent College earlier that day in the semi-final. The teams was Michael Lenihan (Gold Coast), Jake O’Riordan (Dungarvan), Daniel Raher (Dungarvan), Michael Troy (Dungarvan) and Seanie Lenihan (Gold Coast) and Barry Morrisssey (reserve) (Dungarvan). The Munster Final was a very tense affair with The Friary team on top throughout but the result was never certain due to the good play and spirit from Christians. The Friary team prevailed when in the last match on the last green Seanie Lenihan from the Gold Coast won his match with a 4 foot putt for par which decided the overall result in favour of The Friary. In the other matches Michael Lenihan, Seanie's brother, won his match on the 18th, Jake O'Riordan unlucky to lose a close encounter on the 19th, Daniel Raher losing to out-

LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@ eircom.net www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS & FIXTURES Results, Mon., 19th Mar. –Sun., 25th March: 12 Holes singles s/ford, sponsored by Cunningham’s Hardware Tallow. 1st Alf Bardon (17) 28 pts B6; 2nd Michael McGrath (6) 28 pts B6; 3rd Damien Casey (19) 28 pts B6. STORY OF THE WEEK In first place this week was Lismore man Alf Bardon winning on the last 6 with a very steady round which included 6 pars and 6 one overs.His steady golf over the league has in no small way helped

John McGrath’s team to qualify for the semi-final. In second place was Michael McGrath playing off 6, he went around in level par, a fantastic achievement and only lost out to Alf on the last 6. In third place was Damien Casey again with 28 pts but losing out on the last 6. He started with a birdie on the first but a blank on the 8th proved very costly. HOLE IN ONE Congratulations to Ray Rochford for a hole in one on the 3rd, his 8 iron was perfectly hit and

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THE FINAL On Saturday next 31st March Dunhill will take on Copper Coast at 9.00 am in the 2018 final. Following the final both teams will go for a meal in the Gold Coast and this will be followed by the presentation of prizes.

It should be a top class final as both teams look strong on paper and the result of this match could probably come down to the draw. Well done to both teams on reaching the final and we wish them all the best in the final. DEISE LEAGUE On Saturday last we had our first outing in the Deise League when both Faithlegg and Waterford Castle visited us here in the Gold Coast. Our team consisted of Seanie Lenihan, Tommy Long, Ger Bagge, Austin Kiely, John Enright, Tom Power, John Hughes and Gerry Comerford. We ended up winning two matches and losing two. Our next game will be in Faithlegg on Saturday, 7th April. DUNGARVAN GOLF INTERNATIONAL OVER 20 YEARS IN EXISTENCE Running from Monday, 28th May to Thursday, 31st May, this tournament, which is run over the three local courses, continues to prove popular with players coming from USA, England and Ireland to take part. This year we hope to encourage more members from the three local clubs to take part by offering them a special rate of €45 entry for the competition instead of the normal €140. FIXTURES Mon., 26th – Fri., 30th March: Weekday Competition Friday, 30th March: Open Singles. Saturday, 31st March: Club Competition. Sunday, 1st April: Monthly Medal Tuesday, 3rd April: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ RESULTS Tuesday, 20th March: Open Seniors, CSS 38 pts. 1st: Willie Bloomer (23) 39 pts. 1st Lady: Esther McGuckian (13) 32 pts. (B9) Friday, 23rd March: CSS 39 pts. 1st: Jerome Maye (16) 40 pts. Gross: Micheal White (1) 34 pts. Sat 24th/Sunday, 25th March: Club Competition, CSS 38 pts. 1st: Declan Kiely (11) 44 pts. 2nd: Larry Whelan (7) 40 pts. Gross: Ger Bagge (5) 34 pts. 10 Hole No 4: Ger Darcy. 10 Hole No 5: John D. Walsh. Membership Offers: If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2018 please contact Bob or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members.

LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing. 10 hole for a huge leg of lamb was won by Elaine Goss (20) with 22 pts. Club classic 16-22nd April, teams of 3. Great prizes, see men’s notes above. Winter League sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant: Round 8 is ongoing until Sun., 25th Mar. unless otherwise announced, and this will be the final round of this year’s winter league. Round 7 winter league results: 1st: Mary Kiely 26 pts (2 shot pen); 2nd: Martina Corkery 26 pts (2 shot pen); 3rd: Esther McGuckian 26 pts (1 shot pen). Easter Egg Competion: 1st Esther McGuckian, Bernie Morrissey & Maureen Morrissey; 2nd Gerardine Hallinan, Patricia Doyle & DD Hannigan; 3rd Gillian Cashman, Isobel Kirwan & Marie Hayes. Dungarvan Shopping Centre sponsored Mother’s Day Competition: After postponement due to inclement weather, the inau-

gural running of this competition took place on Sunday, 25th March in West Waterford Golf Club. After a brief shower it turned into the most gorgeous day for golf, and the players and spectators enjoyed it immensely. The winner was Joan Swayne (16) from West Waterford with a fabulous score of 38 points. Well done Joan! Our own Mary Kiely finish a very creditable third. Coastal Alliance: The Alliance was played in Dungarvan GC on Thurs., 22nd March. Bernie Morrissey and Noirin Darcy finished in the prizes, well done to both girls! The next round is the Captain’s Day in Faithlegg on Thurs., 5th of April, Tee times 9.30 to 11 a.m. ILGU Matches: ILGU League match dates have been arranged as follows: Minor (handicap 22-27) v Dungarvan Sunday, 8th April Challenge (handicap 28-36) v Dungarvan Saturday, 14th April Intermediate (handicap 16-21) v Cobh Sunday, 15th April Team Managers will be in touch!

with back spin ended up it the hole. Well Done Ray. TALLOW AREA CREDIT UNION SPRING LEAGUE After a weather disrupted league section we are down to the Semi Finals. Both the long time leaders in Section 1 Patsy O’Donoghue and 2 John McGrath are through to the Semi-Final where Patsy will play Kevin Whelan’s team and John will play Paul Kenneally’s. We are really looking forward to two great Semi-Finals. The remaining 8 teams go through to the plate where the top 4 after next weekend will qualify for the plate final. Please note: for the semi-final only your first card to count. With the league complete the winners of the sections are as follows: John Whelan, Maurice Cahillane, Mike Keane, Seamus Beecher and our Captain Nicholas Walsh, well done to all. FIXTURES Mon., 26th March --- Sun., 1st April 12 hole Singles s/ford incorporating the league semi finals sponsored by David Walsh Stationery Supplies. Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd April,

Par 3 competition. Ladies and Gents. Semi Open. Entry €3, reentry €2. Bacon Starts Tuesday, 3rd April. MEMBERSHIP FEES REMINDER Sorry we are repeating last weeks reminder but it is important that if you intend joining for the coming year please make a huge effort to pay membership fee as soon as possible. LISMORE LADIES GOLF The East Cork Oil sponsored Spring League has completed its fifth round. The teams have been revealed with six on each team and three scores to count each week, there is one floater whose score can be used if there are people absent during the week. Full rules on this are on the Ladies notice board. There is another twist this week and next week with no team placings or results being displayed! This is your last week ladies to do your utmost for you team, keep plugging away and come to the prize presentation on the 7th April at 7.30 p.m. where all will be revealed! Lismore hosted the first round of the Girls Inter County

Championship on Sunday, 25th with 15 girls playing - 8 played beginner 9 hole scramble and 7 played 9 holes singles. Well done to all involved. RESULTS 9 Hole Singles - 1st Alannah Dunne (Faithlegg Golf Club) 53 gross; 2nd Megan O'Riordan (Dungarvan Golf Club) 54 Gross. 9 Hole Scramble - 1st Caoimhe McGrath & Karen Carey (Lismore); 2nd Emily Barry, Sarah Barry & Gemma Corcoran (Lismore). Please make the effort to get out at least once a week so that your league team has the best possible chance. Every single player counts in some small way. Best of luck everyone. TEAMS Snowdrops: H. Farrow, S. Denn, L. Ní Chonchubhair, J. Kingston, A. Lane, J. Geary. Daffodils: F. Howard, H. Lane, G. Murphy, M. Ahern, U. Dowd, A. Hurley. Tulips: J. Cahillane, S. Moroney, H. Lucas, E. Hornibrook, K. Dunne, B. Condon. Azaleas: P. B. McCarthy, K. Moynihan, M. Morrissey, C. Denn, J. Barry, P. O'Neill.

Primroses: P. Lonergan, B. Henry, M. Beecher, A. Henley, B. Daly, H. Leddy. TEAM TOTALS AFTER 4 ROUNDS Azaleas: 267 Primroses: 264 Snowdrops: 252 Tulips: 237 Daffodils: 235 FIXTURES Sun. 25th to Sat., 31st March 12 Holes S/Ford Spring League 6th Round. Thurs 29th March - Alliance have tee booked from 10.30am11.30am Mon., 2nd April to Sat., 7th April - 18 Holes S/Ford - Easter Prizes Kindly sponsored by Riordans SuperValu Fermoy. Prize presentation at 7.30 pm 7th April All competitions are subject to change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes. As the golfing year started on the 1st of October you should have all received your renewal notices by now - your prompt payment would be much appreciated. Please contact our Registrar Mr. John McGrath with any queries.

standing golf from the Christians player and Michael Troy recovering from 3 down to win his match in style on the 17th. This team has great fighting spirit can now look forward to the All- Ireland finals with confidence. A very special thanks and congratulations to Mr. Donal Wiliams, team mentor. MATCH-PLAYS The Sheets are up in the kiosk for entry to the following match-play competitions: Gold Coast Cup Singles, Michael White Foursomes, Willie Barron Fourball and Club Mixed Foursomes. The draw will take place on Saturday 31st March and all 1st Round matches must be completed by Friday, 4th May. GOLD COAST GOLF CLASSIC Our classic will run from Monday, 16th April to Sunday, 22nd April. The format is a 3 person team event with one scoring on the front 9 and two scoring on the back 9. The cost is €20 per person. Prizes include 1 night’s B & B, Dinner and Golf at Mount Wolsley, Galaxy Tablets, Golf Bags, 4 balls in Tramore, Faithlegg, Tipperary, Kinsale, Monkstown, Mallow, Dinner in Park Hotel. Teams can be Mixed, Ladies or Gents. Tee sponsorship is available at €50. PREMIER BUTCHER AT DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE SEMI-FINALS Dunhill march on to the final following a tough game against Tourneena where it all came down to the final match, both teams with 6 wins apiece. The final match was level playing 17 but coming up the final hole Dunhill needed to halve the hole to once again appear in the final. Richard Walsh duly obliged and now Dunhill will take their place in the final next week: The following represented Dunhill: Tom White, John White, Michael Kavanagh, Micheal White, Dave O’Connor, Richard Walsh, Brian Dunbar, Willie Flavin, Jack Moore, Willie Moore, John Queally, John Flynn and Eamon O’Donnell. Tourneena’s team included: Roy Ware, Brian Fahey, John Hallinan, Rafael Alvarez, Larry Whelan, Geoff Collins, Jimmy Beresford, Tom Reynolds, Darren Williams, Liam Beresford, Neil Dermody, Darren O’Droma, Jody Hallinan.

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

www.westwaterfordgolf.com GENT’S FIXTURES Sunshine Golf Classic. March 24th – April 1st. Team of 4 - ladies, gents or mixed. Winter League semi-finals commencing Monday, 2nd April Glenbeg vs Carrigaline. Helvick vs Carrigtwohill. SILVER ANNIVERSARY SUNSHINE CLASSIC March 24th – April 1st, 2018 The Sunshine Classic got off to the perfect start in brilliant sunshine at the weekend. With fairways and rough cut, and the greens in perfect condition all was in readiness for our annual fundraising event. Both ladies and gents turned out in number and the feedback at the feeding station in the starter’s hut was upbeat and positive. As we are cele-

brating our Silver anniversary we are offering an extra special array of prizes. First prize is 4 x €400 travel vouchers from Harvey travel. This gives the winners the option to use the vouchers as they wish, when they choose and where they choose. They may also decide to travel individually, in pairs, or as a group. Second prize consists of 1 night B&B with dinner, plus 1 round of golf for 4 at Mount Wolseley Golf resort. Third prize entitles the winners to one round of golf plus dinner for 4 at Fota Island golf resort. There are four other team prizes including Best All Ladies team. All visitors are entered into a free draw for up to 7 x One Year memberships to

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 A HECTIC week at the club as both the weather and golfers returned to the course. A great crowd turned up for our Bank Holiday Monday Scramble, so much so that we had to use both nines. Superbly organised by our Social Committee and fed and watered by Tom, a great day was had by all. Adding to the event, Chairman John Condon and Pat Power officially launched our new Club Lotto to a packed clubhouse. Pat outlined the direction and purpose of the lotto with all funds going into course improvements. The response from the members has been amazing and we eagerly await the first draw next Monday. Tickets are available from the office and bar. On Thursday we welcomed the Ladies Home Alliance and despite afternoon rain a great day was had by all. Our Ladies Into Golf Scramble was a terrific success on Sunday. One of our upcoming juniors Michael Troy did the business in our first major of the season. In the David Hayes sponsored Monthly Medal, Michael blitzed around the course in 67 in difficult conditions. The course remains busy during the Easter period and despite the threat of the Beast from the East 3, plenty of golf will be played. Like all trilogy’s the third instalment is usually the least impressive so the course should remain playable. The David Hayes sponsored

Spring League is in full swing and members are reminded that qualification for the final is based on your top five scores. Please note only course staff are authorised to move tee markers, players are not permitted to do so. The Ping demo day takes place on Thursday 29th and is fully subscribed. However, if you wish to try the latest offerings from Ping, club professional David will accommodate you. LOTTO Over recent weeks there has been great excitement in the club regarding the upcoming Lotto. The sales of tickets have been excellent and we are very appreciative of members (and their friends and families) who have supported us by buying €90 tickets. The annual ticket is excellent value – for €90 the purchaser gets entry to 52 weeks draws and also to partake in two draws during the year for special prizes. The first Lotto draw will take place in the clubhouse on Monday 2nd April after the Easter Scramble. The jackpot starts at €2,000 and increases by €100 each week it is not won. In addition there are weekly prizes. The funds raised will be used only for projects on the golf course and for the administration of the Lotto itself. We have an excellent golf course but like all courses it needs work on drainage, bunkers, tees, sanding and other areas.

West Waterford golf club. All this for just €25 per person with re-entry for just €15 per person. Teams of 4 can be ladies, gents or mixed. The format is stableford with 2 scores counting on every hole. 16 teams will qualify to play in the final round on Saturday, 7th April. These will be taken from the top 7 overall team-scores and thereafter the top team-score from each day of the qualifying rounds (9 days). For the final, teams will be split in two pairs and will play Four Ball Better Ball. We look forward to meeting you at the starters hut for the customary cuppa and a snack. The Classic continues each day up to and including Sunday next April 1st. So why not come along and enjoy the festive atmosphere which has become synonomous with events at West Waterford golf club. SUPER SUNSHINE RAFFLE In conjunction with our Classic we are also holding a raffle. First prize is a fantastic €500 voucher from Harvey Travel. You could also win an overnight stay with breakfast and dinner at any of the Flynn group hotels. Other prizes include dinner for 2 at the Cliff House Hotel and the Tannery restaurant. All members are requested to support the raffle by buying a book of tickets or maybe selling a few books. Tickets are now on sale from com-

mittee members, also at the office and in the bar and restaurant. SUCCESSFUL WEEKEND FOR SEAMUS POWER AND GARY HURLEY Both our professionals were in action at the weekend. Seamus was playing in the Punta Cana Championship at Corales golf club. Having recorded rounds of 68, 67, 71 and 71 he finished tied 5th on 11 under par to earn himself a prize of 91,687 dollars. This was by far his biggest pay day of the season and should give him a confidence boost as he heads into the prestigious Houston Open this weekend. Meanwhile Gary Hurley was competing in the Barclay’s Kenya Open. Rounds of 71 and 69 saw the Aglish man comfortably inside the cut mark and a 66 in round 3 put him in contention for a top 10 spot. Things didn’t go according to plan in round 4 but Gary will be happy in the knowledge that he played some of his best golf in 10 months during the first 3 rounds. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE SEMI-FINALS The winter league started back in December 2017 and despite a battering from the weather we have eventually reached the semi-finals of the match-play. The quarter finals produced some unexpected results with all four contests proving to be tight affairs. Following an

open draw the semi final line-up is as follows: Glenbeg vs Carrigaline and Helvick vs Carrigtwohill. Matches will commence on Monday, 2nd April. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE West Waterford played Fermoy in their first match at Castlemartyr on Sunday last. Despite some eleventh hour withdrawls, Stephen Spillane managed to reshuffle his team who recorded a 7-5 victory on the day. Well done to all involved. WEEKLY COMPETITIONS FOR 2018 AT WEST WATERFORD The following schedule of weekly events will commence in April and should provide something for everyone throughout the Spring/summer season. Tuesday: All day 9 hole Open Singles. Wednesday: Al Eile Open 18 hole Singles. Top 25 with best 3 cards qualify for Grand Final in September. All entrants included in free draw for a four-ball with USPGA player Seamus Power Friday: A.M. 18 hole Open Seniors plus open 9 hole mixed foursomes from 4.00 p.m. BRUEN AND PURCELL PANELS Entry sheets for eligible members wishing to be considered for Jimmy Bruen shield and Pierce Purcell shield panels are now

posted on the notice board. Bruen panelists should have been no lower than 5 in 2017, and Purcell panellists no lower than 11 in 2017. It is also a requirement that they have returned a minimum of 4 qualifying cards in 2017. JUNIOR GOLF COMPETITIONS Tuesday, 27th March at 10 a.m. Tuesday, 3rd April at 10 a.m. EASTER GOLF CAMPS 2018 Camp No.1 Tues. 27th – Fri. 30th March. Camp No. 2 Tues. 3rd- Fri., 6th April Girls (age 5-13) 11 a.m.- 12.30 p.m. Boys (aged 5-13) 1.30 p.m. – 3 pm Cost: €25 pp. Golf clubs supplied. Book Now on 086 3521070. Email twmurphy@gmail.com FB Tim Murphy Coaching. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME West Waterford can offer a variety of packages to anyone wishing to take up the game of golf. Renowned for its friendly atmosphere as well as being home to two professional golfers, we at West Waterford would like you to sample what we have on offer. We pride ourselves on dealing with our members on a first name basis and involving all members in events at the club. Why not call along and talk to Gillian or Austin and discover for yourself an experience which you only get at West Waterford.

We will be selling €2 and €5 tickets each week and we look for your support in buying and selling these. AFTERNOON TEA A wonderful afternoon was had by all as our fantastic Ladies Committee hosted an Afternoon Tea Party for present and past members in the clubhouse last week. Because the weather had been so bad over the Winter we thought it would be good to arrange an event which would help to bring people together. It was a huge success which filled the clubhouse with chat and laughter. Members who are no longer active on the course were invited to attend and much reminiscing took place over a cup of tea and a superb selection of cakes. I would like to extend a huge thanks to the ladies committee and also to our many lady members who baked for the occasion. Thanks to John Moran (our President) who was invaluable in meeting and greeting our guests. Tom, Chris and Jennifer in the bar were superb keeping the tea, coffee and sandwiches supplied. The clubhouse had a great feeling of Spring about it, thanks to Maria Ryan and Maria Kiersey who decorated it with daffodils and greenery. Most especially I would like to thank everyone who came to join us and made it such an enjoyable evening. Thanks to your voluntary contributions €250 was raised for Daffodil Day. Maria Kiersey (Lady Vice Captain) who promotes Daffodil Day was delighted with your generosity. Well done to all concerned and such was the success, another Afternoon party will be held in the near future. EASTER BANK HOLIDAY SCRAMBLE Following on from the successful St Patrick’s Holiday Scramble, results below, we have organised this opportunity for everyone to come out for fun social golf on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd April, Shotgun Start at 5 pm. Please sign up on the time sheet before 12 noon on Monday to enable a fair draw to take place. We were delighted that there were only 4 changes last time so keep up this

great improvement! Guests with member welcome, just let us know the handicap. We look forward to a great turnout for this very popular competition. Entries €10 Adults €5 Juniors, will be collected in the foyer from 3.30 pm on Monday. ST. PATRICK’S WEEKEND SCRAMBLE Back 9 I. Gourlay (17), J. Power (25), L. Moloney (36) K. Enright (36) 291/2. Back 9 1st: M. Power (14) B. Morrissey (6) D. Connolly (24) M. Walsh (32) 282/3. Front 9: 1 M. Walsh (6) M. Carroll (20) A. J. Hayes (27) 273/8. Front 9: 1 David Shanley (5) John Moran (10) C. Mannix (36) M. Whelan (27) 253/8. POKER CLASSIC Finally, our resident gambler Seamus hosted another successful Poker Classic in the club on Sunday night. Mick “the joker” Kelly proved to be The Ace in the pack and we thank all for supporting the event. FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES We are so pleased each Friday to see our supporters enjoy the challenge of golf and fun and chat in the clubhouse afterwards. It is a nine hole scotch foursomes and you and your friends are welcome. Results: Winners: Ellen Power and Sean de Paor Runners-Up: Anne Hennebry and Marcella McGovern So we invite you to join us next Friday, March 30th to be part of this fun event. Assemble in the foyer at 9.30 am for play at 10 o clock GENTS RESULTS 21/22 March Gents Singles D. Hayes Spring League. 1 J. Elstead (19) 41, 2 T. Browne (16) 40, Gross D. Walsh (8) 27. 24th March Gents Singles D. Hayes Spring League: 1 Ml. Troy (6) 67, 2 Jimmy Wemyss (14) 72, 3 Tom Curran (10) 72, 4 Martin Lynch (11) 72. 25th March Gents Singles D. Hayes Spring League: 1 J. Leacy (1) 69, 2 Ml O’Brien (strad) (11) 70, 3 Mossie McNamara (19) 72, 4 Denis O’Brien (15) 74, 5th Barry O Tuama (10) 75. LADIES RESULTS Tues. 20th March: 1 I Lynch (7) 31, 2 M Kiersey K (29) 28, 3 A Hennebry (36) 28, 4 Theresa Keane (24) 26.

Fri/Sat 23rd and 24th 18H: 1 Cathie O’Mahony Whelan (8) 42, 2 Linda Buckley (32) 39, 3 Niamh Reynolds (10) 37. Ladies Get into golf Scramble 25th: 1 Louise Moloney, Ann Moloney, Helen Walsh. 2nd Linda Buckley, Flora Wall, Nano Fitzgerald. Ladies Home Alliance Tues. 20: CAT 1, 1. I. Lynch (7) 30, 2 M. Morrissey (20) 24, Cat 2 1 C. Power (26) 18, 2 J. Hayes (23) 17, CAT 3 1 Maria Kiersey (29) 25, 2 R. McDonnell (35) 13pts. Sat. Cat 4: 1 C. Whelan O’Mahony (8) 40, 2 Niamh Reynolds (10) 38, 5 1 K. Enright (26) 28, 2 C. O’Keeffe (23) 26. FIXTURES Wed. 28 Gents 18H Singles S/F David Hayes Gents Spring League Thurs. 29 Thursday Open Gents 18H Singles David Hayes Gents Spring League Fri. 30 Open Gents David Hayes Gents Spring League /Open Ladies Singles S/F, Fun Friday Foursomes Sat. 31 Open Gents David Hayes Gents Spring League /Open Ladies Singles S/F + Ladies Alliance Sun. 1 EASTER SUNDAY Open Gents/ Singles S/F David Hayes Gents Spring League Mon. 2 Apr. Open Gents /Open Ladies Singles S/F, Easter Monday 9H Scramble 5pm SIXTY.COM The winners of the 60.Com competition on 21st March were: First: Tim Browne (16) 22 pts; Second: Jack Elstead (19) 18 pts. The weather was beautiful and the course is in great condition considering the weather over the Winter. The clubhouse was buzzing after the competition with our group meeting and mixing with the Afternoon Tea group. If you are not a member of the 60.Com we would be delighted to see you. Just come along and join us any Wednesday. YOUNGONES Next competition 28th March at 12 noon. 21st March 1 Maria Ryan (22) 17 pts, 2 Maeve Fitzgerald (25) 17. Next competition 28th March Front 9 at 12 noon.

LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE The Ladies Coastal Alliance was played in Dungarvan on Thursday last, 22nd despite the weather! Congrats to all prize winners. 1 Ann Stack 29, 2 Mary French 28, 3 Bernie Morrissey 25 pts Gold Coast Lady Capt, CAT prizes Pat Flanagan, Noreen Darcy and Lady Captain Colette Power. Next competition Captains Day Faithlegg GC Thursday, 5th April. PROGRESSIVE 45 Progressive 45 every Thursday night in the Clubhouse, all are welcome. Winners T. Cummins and M. Boland, A. Norris & N. Harty, F. Ryan and D. Barry. Last 5 M. A. McCarthy and P. Boland. Lucky Table S. O’Neill and J. Considine. SOCIAL BRIDGE Social Bridge Friday mornings at 11 a.m. All are welcome. PRO SHOP NEWS With the season fast approaching, David has new arrivals every day from the major manufacturers. Callaway have launched the new Rogue range while Cobra have brought out the new F8 equipment. Taylor Made have the new M3 and M4 family while Mizuno have brought out the new 180 Range. Demos and free custom fitting are available from David. Custom fitting from Callaway, Wilson, Mizuno, and Ping are also available and with David’s professional guidance, you will have the most suitable equipment to bring out the best of your game. David is currently very busy with lessons as golfers prepare themselves for the upcoming season. Long established as one of Ireland’s leading instructors, David will offer constructive advice in a simple and straightforward manner using video analysis and your game will definitely improve. As the only Professional Golf Shop in Dungarvan, David has everything to make your game more enjoyable. JUNIOR NEWS Our Fred Daly and Junior Foursomes panel are readying themselves for the upcoming season. Our first tournament takes place on Good Friday next at the Gold Coast as our Junior Foursomes team look to carry on from the success of last year.

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County Senior Hurling League Reports –

Abbeyside beats Mount Sion Abbeyside …………………2-17; Mt. Sion …………………… 1-15. ABBEYSIDE compensated for their poor performance the previous week against Passage when they deservingly got the better of old age rivals Mt. Sion at the Burgery Grounds last Saturday evening. The Villagers led by 2-6 to 0-8 at half-time, their goals coming from Mark Ferncombe in the 10th minute and Patrick Hurney on 22 minutes. Neil Montgomery, Sean Daly and Sean Whelan Barrett also worked the scoreboared for the winners in the first half. Martin O’Neill pointed four first half frees for the visitors and scores from play came from Stephen Roche, Ben Sinnott, Donal Power and John Kennedy. Abbeyside won the second half by 0-11 to 1-7 with points from placed balls accounting for a dozen of those scores. Mt Sion’s second half goal arrived on 47 minutes per Evan McGrath which left the scoreboard reading at that stage 2-13 to 1-12 in Abbeyside’s favour who went on to win comfortably in the end by 0-5. Scorers – Abbeyside: Mark Ferncombe 1-10 (6f, 1’65’), Patrick Hurney 1-2, Neil Montgomery, Sean Daly, Sean Whelan Barrett, Conor Prunty and Michael O’Halloran 0-1 each. Mount Sion: Martin O’Neill 0-10f, Evan McGrath 1-2, Stephen Roche, Ben Sinnott, Donal Power and John Kennedy 0-1 each. Abbeyside: Aaron Beresford; Mark Twomey, John Elsted, Darragh McGrath; James O’Mahoney, David Collins, Conor Prunty; Maurice Power, James Beresford; Sean Whelan Barrett, John Hurney, Sean Daly; Patrick Hurney, Mark Ferncombe, Neil Montgomery. Subs: Eoin Kiely, Tiernan Murray, Tom Looby. Mount Sion: Ian O’Regan; Louie Ray Halligan, Stephen O’Neill, Sean Colfer; Mark Hoban, Mikey Daykin, Cian O’Regan; Aaron Dempsey, John Kennedy; Donal Power, Stephen Roche, Evan McGrath; Martin O’Neill,

Jamie De Baruin; Tadhg O hUallachain, Lorcan O Corraoin, Noel Og O Murchadha; Ferdia O hAodha, Deaglan O hArtaigh; Donie Breathnach, Christy Breathnach, Cathal O Cuirrin; Lucas O Cuirrin, Liam O Lonain, Fearghal O Ceallaigh. Fir Ionaid: Padraig O Murchadha do Lucas O Cuirrin, Eoghan Breathnach do Cathal O Cuirrin, Paraic O Lonain do Liam O Lonain, Lucas O Cuirrin do Fearghal O Ceallaigh, Cathal O Cuirrin do Christy Breathnach. Referee: Dessy O’Leary (Erins Own).

Sean Colfer, Ben Sinnott. Referee: Noel Kelly (Erin’s Own).

An Rinn performs well against DLS De La Salle…………………0-20; An Rinn …………………… 1-14. DLS senior hurlers began their league campaign with a three point victory away to An Rinn last Saturday evening. An Rinn made a great start scoring 1-1 in the first two minutes but the winners recovered to lead 0-9 to 1-4 at half-time. The city side dominated the first twenty minutes of the second half to lead by eight points before An Rinn hit six points in a row to make it a two point game with two minutes left. For once Donie Breathnach was off form with his free taking while substitute Padraig O Murchadha improved matters in this department for the home side. However, DLS outscored their opponents by two points to one in the final minutes to secure the win.

Passage scores second away win Passage ……………………1-18; Fourmilewater …………… 0-14. TWO trips away from home and two wins sums up the fortunes of Passage to date in this year’s senior hurling league. The seasiders fielded at near to full strength while Fourmile were short their players on the County senior football side who were playing away to London.

Referee Paddy Smith (Shamrocks) picyured with team captains Jamie Hannon (Ballyduff) on left and Cathal Curran (Dungarvan).

Passage: Eddie Lynch; Darragh Lynch, Jason Roche, Jason Flood; Pa Walsh, Noel Connorsm Gary Cullinane; Thomas Connors, Killian Fitzgerald; Adam Roche, Owen Connors, Sean Tracey; Stephen Lynch, John Whitty, Richard Hurley. Fourmilewater: David Ryan; Jake Mulcahy, Conal Mulcahy, Justin Walsh; Diarmuid Murphy, Tom Barron, Darren Guiry; Dermot Ryan, Conor Gleeson; Tholum Guiry, Jamie Barron, Craig Guiry; Ciaran Walsh, Aidan Condon, Gearoid Hearne. Referee: Tom Mansfield (Cappoquin).

DLS: Shaun O’Brien; Conor Giles Doran, Kenneth Byrne, Conor GilesDoran; Mikey Costigan, Jake Dillon, Paddy Kennedy; Tom Moran, Shane Ryan; Kevin Moran, Adam Farrell, Jack Fagan; Cormac McCann, Dean Twomey, Eoin Madigan. Subs: Eddie Barrett for Tom Moran, Thomas Douglas for Kevin Moran, Brian Cunningham for Cormac McCann, Shane McNulty for Shane Ryan, Lee Wall for Conor GilesDoran. An Rinn: Donie O Murchadha; Shane O Cuirrin, Darach O Cathasaigh,

COUNTY SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE TABLE GROUP A

Passage De La Salle An Rinn Abbeyside Mt. Sion Fourmilewater

p 2 1 2 2 1 2

w 2 1 1 1 0 0

d 0 0 0 0 0 0

l 0 0 1 1 1 2

for 40 20 29 29 18 23

against dif 20 20 17 3 29 0 37 -8 23 -5 33 -10

pts 4 2 2 2 0 0

Captain of the 1987 Ballyduff winning County senior hurling championship Mossie Casey and his wife Geraldine pictured attending last Saturday's senior hurling league game in Ballyduff

Lismore wins local derby over Tallow Lismore …………………… 2-17; Tallow ……………………… 1-17. Lismore continued their winning start to this year’s senior hurling league with a one goal win away to Tallow last Saturday afternoon. This local derby victory joins Passage as the only two teams to have a 100% record after two league games. Lismore: Seanie Barry; Pat Hennessy, David Prendergast, Micheal Fitzgerald; Eric O’Sullivan, Paudie Prendergast, Sean Reaney; Paudie Coleman, Aaron Whelan; Jordan Shanahan, Jack Prendergast, Joe Lenihan; Ray Barry, Dan Shanahan, Peter O’Keeffe; Tallow: Brian Henley; Mark O’Brien, David O’Brien, Jake Beecher; Michael Tobin, Jordan Henley, Robbie Geary; Kieran

Geary, Darragh Mulcahy; Bob McCarthy, Jake Neville, Ian Beecher; Darragh Buckley, Ryan Grey, Tommy Ryan. Referee: Nicky O’Toole (St. Pauls).

Dungarvan gets off the mark Dungarvan …………………2-18; Ballyduff …………………… 0-21 Following their loss to Roanmore on Bank holiday Monday, Dungarvan recorded their first league win with a narrow 0-3 surplus over Ballyduff in Ballyduff last Saturday evening. Goals in each half by Kealan Daly and Cormac Curran were the difference here with the accuracy of Eoghan Murray from placed balls keeping

SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE TABLE GROUP B p Lismore 2 Roanmore 2 Dungarvan 2 Ballygunner 2 Ballyduff Upper 1 Tallow 1

w 2 1 1 1 0 0

d l 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 1

for against 52 44 14 12 36 35 24 29 21 24 20 23

dif 8 2 1 -5 -3 -3

pts 4 2 2 2 0 0

Ballyduff in touch throughout. The home side led at the break by 0-12 to 1-8 but an early second half goal and two late points by Cormac Curran (f) and Kealan Daly got the Blues over the line. Man of the Match was Dungarvan centre back Jamie Nagle and others to shine for the winners were Cormac Curran, Kealan Daly, Cathal Curran and Jack Lacey. Ballyduff’s best were Andrew Casey, Conor Murray, Jamie Kearney and Eoghan Murray. Scorers – Dungarvan: Cormac Curran 1-9 (7f), Kealan Daly 1-2, Cathal Curran 0-4, Jamie Nagle 0-2, Sean Crotty 0-1. Ballyduff: Eoghan Murray 0-12 (10f), Andrew Casey 0-4(1 ‘sl’), Shane Kearney 0-2, Mikey Kearney, Fionnan Hickey and Sean Casey 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Kevin Daly, Aaron Donnolly, Luke Egan; John Curran, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran, Conor Sheridan; Jack Lacey, Colm Curran, Sean Crotty; Luke O’Callaghan, Cormac Curran, Kealan Daly. Subs: Kealan Barry, Joe Duggan. Ballyduff: Conor Sheehan;

Jamie Hannon, Seamus Hannon, Oran Leamy; Michael Kearney, Conor Murray, Jamie Kearney; Shane Hannon, Mikey Kearney; Sean Kenny, Andrew Casey,

Shane Kearney; Fionnan Hickey, Eoghan Murray, Sean Casey. Sub: Eoin O’Brien. Referee: Paddy Smith (Shamrocks).

WALKOVER FROM ROANMORE In the other Group B league game, Ballygunner received a walkover from Roanmore.

Referee Paddy Smith from Knockanore and his brothers Mark on left and Nat pictured officiating in Ballyduff last Saturday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

Allianz National Football League Round 7 Division 4

Welcome and merited win for Waterford footballers in London Waterford ………………………… 1-16; London …………………………… 1-14. THE County footballers came from 0-8 in arrears to deservingly defeat a good London side in what has transpired to be their final game in this year’s National senior football league. The mettle in this side was once again demonstrated when a 0-6 half- time deficit of 1-10 to 0-7 was wiped out during a spell in the second half that Tom McGlinchey’s men won by 1-9 to 0-1. The disingenuous remarks by some Gaels that the team were only going to

London for a social weekend showed a distinct lack of knowledge of the dedication of this group, who are battling away for the County in not ideal circumstances. London were enjoying a good league up to this game, occupying their highest placing on the table while the Waterford victory has lifted the Deise side off the bottom and ahead of both Wicklow and Limerick. During the first half it looked as if Waterford would be consigned to another league defeat with Lillian Burk’s goal helping the home team to a 1-10 to 0-7 advan-

tage. Fortunately, Rathgormack’s Jason Curry was in accurate freetaking form and he accounted for 0-5 of Waterford’s first half tally with the Kilrossanty pairing of Tommy Prendergast and Joey Veale scoring from play. On the restart, it was Waterford who dominated the play and by the 45th minute they had closed the deficit, with Jason Curry, the top scorer on the day, driving the ball past Gavin McEvoy for a crucial game score. Further points followed by the Dungarvan pairing of Kieran Power and

Joe Allen and Tommy Prendergast and Joey Veale again to keep Waterford to the forefront and record a much deserved win for their efforts since the start of the year. Late in the match sub Paul Walsh, Kilgobinet was redcarded but there was no denying the merits of this Waterford win on their second hald dominance Waterford: David Whitty; Conor McCarthy, Thomas O’Gorman, Aidan Walsh; Michael Curry, Conor Murray (0-1), Kieran Murphy; Kieran Power (0-10, Tommy Prendergast (0-2); Jason Curry (1-9, 0-9fs), Gavin Crotty, Dylan Guiry;

Joey Veale (0-2), Joe Allen (0-1), Caomhán Maguire. Subs: Eoin O’Brien for Maguire, Paul Walsh for Prendergast, Michael Kiely for Murphy. London: G. McEvoy; P. Butler, C. Dunne, M. Walsh; D. Carrabine, M. Mangan, P. Begley (0-1); A. McDermott, J. Moran; M. Carroll, L. Gavaghan (0-3 2 fs), A. Moyles (0-3 fs); R. Elliott, F. McMahon (0-3), K. Butler (1-3). Subs: L. Staunton for Moran, C. Coyne for Carrabine, L. Irwin (0-1) for Elliott, R. Jones for Walsh, G. Byrne for McMahon. Referee: B. Judge (Sligo).

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Hurling Championship

Senior Hurling Championship teasers commence this weekend BY the end of the first week in April all local Gaels will be enthused by the fare provided in the County senior hurling championship after two rounds of games only to be teased as the competition will come to a halt due to preparation for the County senior hurling team, their first match versus Clare being a full eight weeks away. Certainly, it is ironic that some of the first round of games are being played on April 1st as it is the clubs who are being fooled year-in yearout and as to why more club championship games in that eight week period cannot be played defies logic. Group A BALLYDUFF V AN RINN in Fraher Field Saturday, March 31st at 4.00 p.m. An Rinn make a return to the senior championship for 2018 and they will be in this game v Ballyduff with a 50/50 chance of winning. Even at this early stage, this en-

counter is a vital one for both sides with Ballygunner and Abbeyside also in this group. Both teams have fared reasonably well in their league outings and the result here could be one of the closest of the weekend. Forecast: Ballyduff. BALLYGUNNER V ABBEYSIDE Sunday, April 1st in Fraher Field at 3.30 p.m. The first Ballygunner v Abbeyside game in 2016 at the Fraher Field will always be remembered for the wrong reason when the generator prevented a possible shock result. Abbeyside looked set for victory and in the rescheduled fixture, the psychological advantage was with the Gunners. You get one chance to beat the champions and the fact that they are going for their fifth in a row County titles confirms this. It would be six but for Passage spoiling the party back in 2013 at Walsh Park. Peter Queally, who masterminded that title win for Passage is

in the Abbeyside corner this time round and while the Villagers have a lot of work done todate, it is difficult to see beyond the Gunners starting their campaign with a win. Forecast: Ballygunner. Group B DLS V FOURMILEWATER in Fraher Field Saturday, March 31st at 2.30 p.m. 2012 Champions DLS beat Fourmilewater in the championship quarter final at the same venue in 2017 and they will be fancied to win again there on Saturday. Fourmilewater would need to have a lot of preparation done in advance of this game but with the championship starting so early, this is doubtful. DLS stalwart John Mullane is 37 this year and it will be interesting to see if there is another championship campaign in him. At the other end of the scale, the city club have won the last three County under 21 titles, which will provide a

number of options for places on their team. Fourmile have many quality hurlers in their camp but it would be regarded as a surprise if they get off to a winning start here. Forecast: De La Salle. DUNGARVAN V TALLOW Saturday, March 31st in Cappoquin at 6 p.m. The Cappoquin venue hosts the all western affair between Tallow and Dungarvan. There is usually very little between these teams. Last year Dungarvan won by 0-5 after Tallow’s top scorer Ryan Grey had to retire injured and Tommy Ryan didn’t produce the goods on that day that he is certainly capable off. The Tallow youngsters are a year older this time round and they are well capable of getting their campaign off to a winning start. Dungarvan will have their four inter county footballers back for this game but will still be without the long term injured Darragh Lyons. Patrick Curran’s league form has

been good this year and if he can translate this to the club scene, the Blues may just about edge this one. Forecast: Dungarvan. Group C MOUNT SION V ROANMORE Saturday, March 31st in Walsh Park at 6.00 p.m. There was a time when a Mt. Sion win over local city rivals Roanmore was a certainty but times have changed down east and Roanmore have been the dominant team in recent times. Cha O Neill’s charges have a lot of work done already for this year’s campaign and while they gave a walkover to Ballygunner in the league last weekend, they scored a good win over Dungarvan in the Gold Coast a fortnight ago. Austin Gleeson should be a key figure in this game either for his influence or his lack of it, if played at centre back, it could be for the former. However, it may take even more than Gleeson’s ability to put

one over on their neighbours who get the nod to get this year’s campaign off to a winning one. Forecast: Roanmore. LISMORE V BALLYDUFF Sunday April 1st in Fraher Field at 2.00 p.m. Lismore and Passage supplied the highest scoring game in last year’s championship, a game that was also played in the Fraher Field. Both clubs are the form teams in the County league to date and this game is one not to be missed. Eoin Kelly is still on the books for Pasage and his goal scoring ability can be mirrored by another veteran at the other end of the field, Dan Shanahan. Both clubs also have some new young players coming on the scene as well as a string of seasoned performers. This has the makings of a real 50/50 encounter and the safe option in the circumstances is to opt for a share of the spoils. Forecast: A Draw.

‘Games Based’ Football Coaching Workshop THIS Saturday sees the final of the Waterford Coaching and Games Development Spring Coaching Workshop take place in Kilrossanty GAA Club, Lemybrien at 11:00 a.m. We have had three very informative sessions over the past few weeks covering a range of topics. The final session with Michael O’Loughlin covers Games Based Training and how coaches can use it to benefit their players. Games based training promotes the use of small sided games to practice the skills of the game and to encourage players to think about what they do rather than how they

do it. Michael O’Loughlin has worked with Waterford, Tipperary and Laois senior footballers amongst others over his career and he has a wealth of knowledge in football terms. This Workshop is an absolute must for coaches of youth and adult teams all over the county and we hope to get a really large crowd in attendance, The Workshop costs €5 which is payable on the morning of the session. To book your place please email Barry Dunne, Coach Education Coordinator on barry.dunne.gda.waterford@gaa.ie or text Barry on 087-6953648.

Intermediate Hurling League Results

Naomh Chartaigh team who won the Annual Paddy Whelan U-14 hurling tournament on Sunday morning when they defeated Holycross.

Group A: Brickeys 2-22; Clonea 2-10. Ferrybank 1-21; St. Mollerans 0-9. Brickeys: Jamie Kiely, Johnny Cooney, Shane Nugent, Eoghan Curran; Carthach Shalloe, Cormac Curran, Philly Walsh; Oran Keevers, Conor Phelan; John Morrissey, Darragh Duggan, Cormac O’Grady; Mikey O’Hanlon, Tadhg Tobin, Conor Morrissey. Clonea: Kieran Guiry; William Hahessy, Aidan Flynn, Conor

Walsh; Mairtin Power, Robbie Flynn, Liam Walsh; Jason Gleeson, Donnacha Hassett; Padraig Hunt, Michael Sexton, Aaron Gleeson; Billy Power, Sean Clancy, Conor Dalton. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty). Group B: Ballyduff Lower 4-15; Fenor 2-10. Stradbally 2-14; St. Saviours 1-8. Group C: Modeligo 4-23; Portlaw 1-11.

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Gaelic Jottings Club Championship commence THE next two weeks will see plenty of club championship games in the County before they are then abandoned until Waterford’s inter county season ends. The same occurred last year and just when everybody at club level were enjoying the games, months of enforced inactivity ensued. It would be interesting to learn from clubs how over the past few years are their players reacting to this and are a number of our grass root players hanging up their hurleys and boots and taking to other sporting pursuits?

Minor Football Championship THE County minor football championships resume after recent postponements due to the adverse weather conditions with a number of fixtures this Wednesday, March 28th. Division 1: An Ghaeltacht v Gaultier in An Rinn at 6:15 p.m. Division 2B: Cois Bhríde v Brickey Rangers in Tallow at 6:15 p.m. St Oliver’s v St Pat’s in Ballinameela at 6:15 p.m. Division 3A: Mount Sion v St Mollerans in Mount Sion at 6:15 p.m. St Saviours v Ferrybank in Ballybeg at 6:15 p.m. Division 3B: The Nire v Ballyduff in Ballymacarbry at 6:15 p.m. StradballyvClashmore/Kinsalebeg in Stradbally at 7:30 p.m.

Division 4 Football Round-Up LAOIS defeated Carlow in a dour game by 1-6 to 0-8 to secure promotion to Division 3 and set-up a league final meeting against the same opposition this weekend. Laois’s final league game against Antrim is now deemed redundant and won’t be played after it was called-off earlier this season due to adverse weather conditions. Gary Walsh, who has been in fine scoring form this season for the O’Moore County, finished with 1-3 while Paul Broderick was the only scorer in Turlough O’Brien’s side with eight points to his name. Elsewhere in Division 4, Antrim secured a 1-13 to 0-12 win over Limerick with Matthew Fitzpatrick hitting the net for the Saffrons and Waterford secured their firs league win with a 1-16 to 1-14 win over London thanks to Jason Curry’s second-half goal

New Director General THE GAA's Central Council has today approved the appointment of Tom Ryan as the Association's new Director General. The 48 year-old father of three joined the GAA from Brown Thomas in 2007 and has served the Association as Director of Finance for the past 11 years. In that position he has played a central role in overseeing the prudent management of the GAA's finances and has been instrumental in the many of the Association's major infrastructural projects and helping to steer the Association through the economic downturn. The Carlow native has had a lengthy involvement with the GAA in his native county and is an active member and current Treasurer of Faughs GAA Club in Templeogue in Dublin. He becomes the

19th Secretary General/Director General since the foundation of the organisation and only the fifth since 1929 and is the first Carlow man to fill the role. He will commence in the role at the start of April and his term will span the next seven years. He replaces Páraic Duffy who served in the role for a decade. GAA President John Horan said: "I am pleased to announce that Tom Ryan has been appointed as the new Ard Stiúrthóir of Cumann Lúthchleas Gael. "He has served the GAA well in his previous position and has the requisite vision to lead the Association in the years ahead. "He understands the GAA at every level and is highly active at club level providing him with important insights into the challenges we face as an organisation. "I look forward to working with him and wish him well in the role." The new Director General added: "I am humbled and excited to be assuming this position and I am greatly looking forward to serving the Association and its members to the very best of my ability in the years ahead."

Two Waterford wins THE County enjoyed two wins in Ladies competitions over the weekend. The minor camogie side beat Tipperary by 3-11 to 3-7 while the senior footballers defeated Cavan by 4-9 to 1-6.

Minor Football Quiz THE Waterford Minor Footballers are holding a fundraising table quiz this Thursday, 29th March in Crotty’s Bar in Lemybrien at 8:30 p.m. This mirrors the effort being put in on the field by this year’s minor set-up and hopefully Thursday evening’s event will be well supported.

Scór na bPáistí 2018 PARTICIPATING clubs in this year’s Scorn a bPaisti are requested to send their entries to an Rúnaí, Moll Shields, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford or mollshields@hotmail.com 0879526685 before 5.00 p.m. on Tuesday, 3rd April. Entries received after this will not be accepted and competitors will not Coiste Scór PhortLáirge Thiar will endeavor to ensure clubs can perform on their preferred nights, but if there are too many entries club representatives will be invited to a meeting on Thursday, 5th April to ensure an equal programme for each day. There will be three qualifying rounds, i. Friday, 13th April, Melleray 7.00 pm, ii. Saturday, 14th April, Touraneena 7 p.m. and iii. Sunday, 15th April, Modeligo 4.30 pm. The County Final will be held in Cappoquin on Sunday, 22nd April at 2.00 p.m.

Null and void THE three postponed games from Allianz FL Division 4 will now not be played. All the matches, which were postponed due to the recent snow, have no impact on the promotion places with Laois and Carlow already through to the final. Leitrim already had their game against London called off, which means the Connacht County played only five of their seven matches. The GAA released the following statement: "In relation to the outstanding Allianz Football League fixtures in Division 4 (Waterford v Leitrim, Wicklow v Limerick and Laois v Antrim), the C.C.C.C asked all counties involved to

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS – Congratulations and happiest of birthday wishes to our esteemed and valued clubman Paddy Fitzgerald from all at Dungarvan GAA who celebrated a milestone birthday last weekend with family and friends.

consider whether they could reach agreement to play the games on the next available date as provided for in Allianz League Competition Regulations (in the case of the Waterford v Leitrim and Wicklow v Limerick games, the next available date was the Easter weekend; in the case of Laois and Antrim, April 7th/8th). "However, due to scheduled club fixtures (in one or both counties) in each case, it was not possible to reach agreement for the playing of these games, and they have therefore been declared null and void. "It is regrettable that the exceptional weather conditions of recent weeks have given rise to this situation and while it would have been preferable that the games could have been re-arranged before the conclusion of the league season, it was felt by the C.C.C.C that this should not happen at the expense of pre-scheduled club games in April." Prior to this announcement, some of the team managers in Division 4 wanted the postponed games to be rescheduled. All rounds of the football leagues should be played regardless of whether or not they have a bearing on promotion or relegation, according to Waterford football manager Tom McGlinchey. The Deise's game with Leitrim fell by the wayside last weekend and McGlinchey wasn’t happy with the prospect of it not now being played at all. "It's very unsatisfactory," "The league is an important competition - every game should be played. Counties want to finish as high up the table as they can. "Would it happen in Division 1, I wonder? I think we all know the answer to that." McGlinchey's Limerick counterpart Billy Lee echoed those sentiments: "I know we had two extreme weather situations in March but counties are entitled to more clarity about re-fixtures," he stated. "Counties should also be

allowed to play the games on dates that suit them. If this was in Division 1, I bet it would be different. "What's going on is not acceptable."

Snowbound CONOR Gleeson experienced great difficulty in getting from his home in The Nire to Pairc Ui Rinn for Waterford's NHL 1A relegation play-off against Cork last Sunday week. The Fourmilewater clubman had to rely on a number of vehicles to make the game, with his journey starting out on the back of a tractor after unforeseen overnight snow saw the roads in the area mainly blocked. Unfortunately, the tractor had to turn back and Conor then turned to a 4x4 to get him through the snow drifts before he eventually made his way to the Cork venue. The Fourmile player did manage to make the game late and was introduced in the 53rd minute for Kieran Bennett, but there was to be no fairytale ending as Cork preserved their top flight status at the Deise's expense, while Gleeson travelled home on the team bus with the rest of the squad.

League semi-finals this weekend (weather permitting!) TIPPERARY will host Limerick in Semple Stadium on this Saturday evening, March 31st (7.00 p.m.) for the first of this year’s National Hurling League semi-finals. The second semi-final between Wexford and Kilkenny has been scheduled for a Sunday afternoon throw-in at 2.00 p.m. in Wexford Park. Meanwhile, Croke Park will host a

back-to-back double-header of football league finals on Saturday and Sunday. Carlow meet Laois in the Division 4 decider at 3.00 p.m. on Saturday, followed by the Division 3 final between Armagh and Fermanagh at 5.00 p.m. On Sunday, the Division 2 final between Cavan and Roscommon throws in at Headquarters at 2.00 pm, followed by the Division 1 final which sees unbeaten Galway come up against Dublin at 4.00 p.m.

Scór Na Seachtaine COLIN Dunford’s first half point for Colligan in their junior hurling championship game v Tourin in Cappoquin last Sunday.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the Winter Junior Hurling League Final on the paper dated April 13th, 1968. “Stradbally Win Winter League Title.’’ “Stradbally 3-12; Ring 1-6.’’

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Biddy Drohan, Ballinroad who died earlier this week. The Observer sends its sincere sympathy to he relations of Father Pat Fitzgerald who died last week. Fr. Fitzgerald was a hurling enthusiast out and out and he promoted the game at every given opportunity in the parishes where he served. He will always be associated with the formation of the St. Olivers club back in the 1970's while he also served a term as County hurling officer in Waterford.

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Colligan in control at Cappoquin Local Bar Western Junior Hurling Championship Refereee Thomas Walsh (Modeligo) pictured with team captains Colin Dunford (Colligan) on left and Darragh Fives (Tourin).

Colligan …………………… 1-13; Tourin ……………………… 0-12. DESPITE playing the entire second half and the end of the first with fourteen players, Colligan proved too good for Tourin in the first round of the Western A junior hurling championship in Cappoquin sporstfield last Sunday afternoon. Tourin’s age old lack of penetration in attack was their Achilles heel here once again as they could not break down a resolute Colligan defence with debutant championship goalie Evan McKenna being untested between the posts. The Cappoquin venue once again demonstrated its suitability for championship games with a welcome scoreboard in operation while the result of Noel Landers

many hours of work over the winter in providing seating on the bank side of the field was quickly snapped up by early comers to the venue. Opposite to prematch predictions, there was a bite to this game and it was great to see the club championships up and running for a little while at least. County player Colin Dunford was a constant thorn in the Tourin side with a fine display while in the other camp, Brendan Scanlon, who has given such great service to his club showed that he can be placed anywhere on the field to effect, this time at centre forward where he stood head and shoulders above all his peers. Tourin never got the grip on this encounter that Colligan did and

though the sides were level on three occasions early on, it was the Colligan camp that looked the more comfortable team throughout. A magnificent point by Mark Flynn at wing back opened the scoring early on with Darragh Fives, in fine fettle, equalising from play. Sean Meaney with a quickly struck score gave Tourin the lead for the only time in the hour before John Morrissey and Sam Murphy Nix edged the winners into the lead. Brendan Scanlon equalised from a placed ball and Colin Dunford gave his side what proved to be a permanent advantage when he burst easily through two players to score the first of his three match points, 0-4 to 0-3. Johnny Wall (f) and Darren

Dunford increased this lead to 0-3 before Niall Fives, wearing number 7 but operating at full forward pointed for the near local side. At this stage of the game referee Thomas Walsh’s attention was summoned for an off the ball incident by Colligan full back John Nick Fennell, who was red carded, with Tourin operating their extra man Shane Dunne in defence. The half finished with Colligan championship debutant Reece Stringer and Brendan Scanlon (f) trading scores to leave the numerically inferior winners ahead by 0-7 to 0-5. Just before the break former County minor David O’Brien replaced Sean Meaney in the Tourin set up. REDUCED TO MINIMUM Brendan Scanlon (f) reduced the deficit to the minimum on the restart but the extra player out on the field was unnoticeable throughout the half save for a lot of tidying up by Shane Dunne in defence. Following a swop of pointed frees by Brendan Scanlon and Johnny Wall, the defining score of the game arrived in the 39th minute. A ball that was not cleared properly by the Tourin defence invited Colligan to pounce and Sam Murphy Nix punished Tourin’s tardiness in a flash, 1-8 to 0-7. Credit Brendan Scanlon, in response, he pointed twice, the latter

from a ‘65’ to bring Tourin back on track before Colin Dunford scored a fine point to restore a three point advantage, 1-9 to 0-9. Colm Bennett saved a rasper from John Morrissey in the 51st minute at the expense of a point and once again Brendan Scanlon lofted over a ‘65’ followed by a good score by sub Daniel Leahy, 1-10 to 0-11. A Brendan Scanlon pointed free, his eighth score of the day, left the minimum between the teams entering the closing minutes but Colligan proved they were worthy victors when they finished the stronger with three unanswered scores, a point by Colin Dunford and a brace of scores by Johnny Wall including one pointed free. This game was a good start to this teaser type championship with months of inactivity in the pipeline shortly. Colligan’s Top Three: Colin Dunford, Mark Flynn, Jason Dunford. Tourin’s Top Three: Brendan Scanlon, Shane Dunne, Darragh Fives. Observer’s Man of the Match: Brendan Scanlon. Number of Scorers: Colligan 7. Tourin 5. Scores From Play: Colligan 1-10. Tourin 0-5. Frees For: Colligan 6. Tourin 14. Wides: Colligan 9. Tourin 7.

Score of the Match: Colin Dunford’s first half point from play for Colligan. Scorers – Colligan: Sam Murphy Nix 1-1, Johnny Wall 0-4 (3f), Colin Dunford 0-3, John Morrissey 0-2, Mark Flynn, Darren Dunford and Reece Stringer 0-1 each. Tourin: Brendan Scanlon 0-8 (5f, 2 ‘65’), Darragh Fives, Sean Meaney, Niall Fives and Daniel Leahy 0-1 each. Colligan: Evan McKenna; Alan Walsh, John Nick Fennell, Ross Brone; Mark Flynn, Dan Booth, P. J. Coffey; Reece Stringer, Colin Dunford; Johnny Wall, Darren Dunford, Jason Dunford; Sam Murphy Nix, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan. Subs: Michael Horgan for Gavin Whelan, Adam Dunford for Reece Stringer, Ian Fraher for Sam Murphy Nix. Tourin: Colm Bennett; Brian O’Donoghue, Tom O’Brien, Shane Dunne; Shane Fives, Darragh Fives, Brian Leahy; Jack Leahy, Donal McGrath; Cathal Wilkinson, Brendan Scanlon, Kevin Leahy; Sean Meaney, Niall Fives, Daniel Dransfield. Subs: Dave O’Brien for Sean Meaney, Daniel Leahy for Kevin Leahy, Sean Leahy for Jack Leahy. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Tourin centre forward and man of the match Brendan Scanlon gains possession ahead of the Colligan pairing of Colin Dunford on left and Dan Booth with Donal McGrath (Tourin) in close support.

Tourin stalwarts pictured at the junior hurling championship game in Cappoquin were left to right Paddy Leahy, Jimmy Collender, Seamus Barry and Ollie Wilkinson.

Dan Booth (Colligan) on left and Brendan Scanlon (Tourin) contest this aerial ball in Cappoquin last Sunday.

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McGrath’s Newsagents Western Under 21 B Football Championship

It’s a Cois Bhride and An Ghaeltacht Western Final pairing

Kieran Ahearne presenting the Deag Ahearne Cup to Shamrocks captain Padraig Ahearne after his team defeated Clashmore last Saturday.

An Ghaeltacht ……………… 6-4; Dungarvan ………………...…0-2. THE An Rinn - Sean Phobail combination had matters very much their own way in the first semi final of this year’s Western under 21 B football championship against Dungarvan in Bushy Park last Sunday morning. Five first half goals gave An Ghaeltacht a match winning 5-2 to 0-1 lead at half time against a Dungharvan side that disappointed after their win over St. Olivers in the first round. The winners running with and off the ball proved too hot to handle for a lethargic Blues outfit but we will have to wait for stronger opposition to gauge the true merits of this side. A notable feature on the line for An Ghaelatcht was the involvement of their senior players such as Ray O Ceallaigh, Ferdia O hAodha and Tadhg O hUallachain, setting an example for others to help out with their club teams. Man of the Match Oisin O Ceallaigh got the ball rolling for the winners, following an opening pointed free by Brendan Cullinane for Dungarvan, with an early goal followed shortly by a similar score by Paraic O Lonain. After Seanai Mac Craith registered An Ghaeltacht’s third goal,

Dungarvan were reduced to fourteen players on the dismissal of Kealan Daly and the game was over as a contest by the break with further green flags by Diarmuid O Cuirin and a second major by Pauric O Lonain. EVEN SECOND HALF The second half was a more even affair with An Ghaeltacht using their full complement of subs. The major score in this period was a goal by Seaghan O hOgain with Seanai Mac Craith and Conor O Raghallaigh adding points as did Mark Boland for Dungarvan, their only score of the second half. An Ghaeltacht’s Top Three: Oisin O Ceallaigh, Paraic O Lonain, Seanai MacCraith. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Joe Duggan, James Kiely, Aidan Kirwan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Oisin O Ceallaigh. Number of Scorers: An Ghaeltacht 6. Dungarvan 2. Scores from Play: An Ghaeltacht 6-3. Dungarvan 0-1. Frees For: An Ghaeltacht 13. Dungarvan 16. Wides: An Ghaeltacht 12. Dungarvan 4. Score of the Match: Seaghan

O hOgain’s second half goal for An Ghaeltacht. Scorers – An Ghaeltacht: Paraic O Lonain 2-1, Diarmuid O Cuirrin 1-2 (1f), Oisin O Ceallaigh, Seanai Mac Craith aguus Seaghan O hOgain 1-0 an duine, Conor O Raghallaigh 0-1. Dungarvan: Brendan Cullinane (f) and Mark Boland 0-1 each. An Ghaltacht: Sean O Laoire; Liam O Raghallaigh, Brian De Baruin, Liam O Raghallaigh; Eamonn Og O Crotaigh, Conor O Cuirrin, Seaghan O hOgain; Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Micheal O Floinn; Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Seanai Mac Craith, Jack O Lonain; Oisin O Ceallaigh, Dylan Toibin, Paraic O Lonain. Fir Ionaid: Conor O Raghallaigh, Tomas O Cadhla, Jack O Domhnaill, Stiofan O Di, Micheal O Cadhla, Oisin Mac Siomoin. Dungarvan: Stephen Donovan; James Kiely, John Curran, Mark Boland; Jack Lacey, Peter Queally, Kealan Daly; Aidan Kirwan, Sean Crotty; Daniel Kiely, Joe Duggan, Luke O’Callaghan; Conor Duggan, Brendan Cullinane, Colm O’Shea. Sub: John Power. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

Ryan Grey points the way to Western Final Cois Bhride ……………….. 0-10; Brickeys …………………….. 2-2. COIS Bhride were deserving winners of the second Western under 21 B football final in Ardmore last Sunday afternoon. Ryan Grey was the key player on view as he scored all but one of his team’s scores including fivefrom play. The Tallow – Shamrocks combination who were originally graded in the A grade and who were subsequently graded B because of lack of numbers had 23 players listed here against a Brickey side who performed better than expected on the scoreboard. The Brickey goasl came in either half,

the first from the penalty spot by Darragh O’Herlihy and the second from play by Conor Whelan. Cois Bhride led at the interval by 0-7 to 1-1 with Ryan Grey wearing the number 19 jersey outstanding for his team. Brickeys won the second half by 1-1 to 0-3 with the winner’s final score coming from the boot of their centre forward Ed Hynes. Scorers – Cois Bhride: Ryan Grey 0-9 (4f), Ed Hynes 0-1. Brickeys: Darragh O’Herlihy 1-1(f), Conor Whelan 1-1. Cois Bhride: David Tobin; Alan Buckley, Jake Neville, Padraig Roche; Darragh Mulcahy, Robbie

Geary, Jake Beecher; Jordan Henley, John Paul Lucey; Ryan Grey, Ed Hynes, Billy Hynes; Eoin McGrath, Kelvyn O’Farrell, Kieran Crawford. Subs: Ben Ahearne for Kelvyn O’Farrell, Ivan O’Neill for Kieran Crawford, Dean Beecher for Eoin McGrath. Brickeys: Michael O’Dwyer; Jack Lombard, Darragh O’Grady, Niall Houlihan; Mikey Hanlon, Carthach Barry, Dylan O’Donovan; Darragh Herlihy, Conor Whelan; Conor Browne, Maurice Daly, Conor Houlihan; Sean Lennon, Paul Whelan, Paul Lannon. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

WATERFORD GAA COUNTY BOARD FIXTURES St. Angela's captain Abby Flynn is presented with her Player of the Match award from Paul Beecher, Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Camogie Board after Ursuline won the All-Ireland Colleges Junior A Final Replay. [Noel Browne]

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Saturday, 31st March Senior Hurling Championship: De La Salle v Fourmilewater in Fraher Field at 2:30 p.m. Ballyduff v An Rinn in Fraher Field at 4.00 p.m. Dungarvan v Tallow in Cappoquin at 6.00 p.m. Mount Sion v Roanmore in Walsh Park at 6.00 p.m. Sunday, 1st April Lismore v Passage in Fraher Field at 2.00 p.m. Ballygunner v Abbeyside in Abbeyside at 3:30 p.m. Minor Football Championship: Wednesday, 28th March

Division 1: An Ghaeltacht v Gaultier in An Rinn at 6:15 p.m. Division 2B: Cois Bhríde v Brickey Rangers in Tallow at 6:15 p.m. St. Oliver’s v St .Pat’s in Ballinameela at 6:15 p.m. Division 3A: Mount Sion v St. Mollerans in Mount Sion at 6:15 p.m. St. Saviours v Ferrybank in Ballybeg at 6:15 p.m. Division 3B: The Nire v Ballyduff in Ballymacarbry at 6:15 p.m. Stradbally v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Stradbally at 7:30 p.m.

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Waterford Ladies Football –

Another win for Waterford Senior Ladies WATERFORD Senior ladies have made it four wins in a row as they defeated Cavan in round 5 of the Lidl Division 2 National League last Sunday in WIT Sports Campus. Waterford were forced to make a few changes from their last league match due to injuries, Gráinne Kenneally stood between the posts, while Kate McGrath who is just back playing started corner back and Geraldine Power in the forwards. Cavan started off the stronger with two points from Donna English. Aoife Murray pulled a point back before Aishling Sheridan of Cavan shook the Déise net. Cavan continued to push forward with two more points, one from play from Aisling Donan and a free from Bronagh Sheridan. Cavan at this point led 1-4 to 0-1.

Maria Delahunty then kicked a point from a free and Aisling Donan scored for Cavan. The Déise ladies upped the pressure in the last five minutes of the first half and an Eimear Fennell goal and an Aoife Murray point brought the girls right back into contention as the half time whistle blew. The half-time score was Cavan 1-5; Waterford 1-3. As the ball was thrown in for the second half, again it was Cavan who got on the score board first with a point from Bronagh Sheridan. However, this was to be their last score of the match. Waterford piled on the pressure and finished the game strongly. Geraldine Power 0-1, Eimear Fennell 0-2, Sinéad Ryan 1-1 and Maria Delahunty 2-2 were the

Déise scorers in the second half. Waterford ran out winners on a scoreline of 4-9 to 1-6. Our next match will be away to Armagh this Sunday. Team: Gráinne Kenneally, Rebecca Casey, Emma Murray, Kate McGrath, Mairead Wall, Megan Dunford, Michelle McGrath, Karen McGrath, Katie Murray, Lauren McGregor, Maria Delahunty, Aoife Murray, Eimear Fennell, Michelle Ryan, Geraldine Power. Subs used: Sinéad Ryan for Lauren McGregor, Aileen Wall for Geraldine Power, Keeley Corbett Barry for Katie Murray, Laura Cusack for Rebecca Casey, Aisling Mullany for Michelle Ryan, Liz Devine for Eimear Fennell, Caragh McCarthy for Mairead Wall, Kate

Waterford captain Mairead Wall pictured with Sean Cremin, Orlaith Cremin and Makayla Laffan after the Ladies Football National League game between Waterford and Cavan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Waterford senior Ladies Football team pictured with some of the young players who played during half-time games during the National League game between Waterford and Cavan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images}

Hahessy for Aoife Murray, Kelly Moroney for Grainne Kenneally Scorers: Maria Delahunty 2-3, Eimear Fennell 1-2, Sinéad Ryan 1-1, Aoife Murray 0-2, Geraldine Power 0-1. Many thanks to the U-10’s and U-12’s of Ballymac, Kilrossanty Brickeys, Ballyduff Lower and Na Déise for welcoming both teams on the pitch. The girls played some mini games at half-time. ALL STAR TRIP A huge congratulations to Maria Delahunty, Mairead Wall and Megan Dunford who travelled to Bangkok, Thailand as part of the All Star team. The three girls were part of the 2016 team that defeated the 2017 team by a single point in an exhibition match while over there. This is

a huge achievement and we are very proud of them. Well done girls. MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP Our Minor team will play Limerick in Round 2 of the Munster Minor Championship this Wednesday, 28th March in Sean Treacy Park, Tipperary Town at 6.00 p.m. Best of luck to all. UNDER 14 CHAMPIONSHIP Well done to our u-14s who had a great win against Clare on the 19th March, winning on a scoreline of 3-17 to 0-4. UNDER 16 CHAMPIONSHIP Hard luck to our under 16’s who played Clare last Saturday in the Munster B Championship, they were beaten 3-12 to 1-07. They also played Limerick Monday, 19th March with Limerick coming out winners 3-07 to 0-12.

Waterford's Lauren McGregor heads towards goal during the National League game between Waterford and Cavan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE A huge congratulations to all involved in the St. Patrick’s Day parade where Waterford Ladies Football Clubs won best Sports entry in the Dungarvan Parade. SPRING COACHING WORKSHOP “A Games-based approach to football training”, spring coaching workshop with Mick O’Loughlin will take place in Kilrossanty GAA Club, Lemybrien on Saturday, March 31st at 11:00 a.m. It costs €5 and all coaches are welcome. GOLF CLASSIC Waterford Ladies Football training fund golf classic will take place at Dungarvan Golf Club Friday 6th and Saturday, 7th April. A team of four is €120.

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Déise minors overcome Tipperary to keep championship dreams alive By Colin Breheny Waterford ………………….. 3-11; Tipperary ………………….. 3-07. THE Waterford Minor Camogie team made it two wins out of three last Saturday afternoon, after a thrilling four point victory over a highly fancied Tipperary side in Mount Sion GAA grounds. In a do-or-die contest for the Déise girls, Saturday’s crucial victory now leaves them needing just a draw or a win in their final group game away to Clare next Sunday to catapult them into an All-Ireland semi-final in April. Tipperary came into this game undefeated, having already accounted for Offaly, Clare and Limerick along the way, and were looking to sign the death warrant on Waterford’s 2018 Minor Campaign. Yet Waterford bounced back in epic fashion after their St Patrick’s Day loss to Offaly to produce one of the greatest performances of grit and determination ever shown by a Camogie Minor team from the County. The win was even more impressive given the disruption to training that the panel has experienced in recent times– no less than ten of the panel were centrally involved in the St Angela’s Ursuline Senior and Junior Panels, who both won their All-Ireland Colleges Camogie Finals on Tuesday and Thursday last, and four others are also currently playing their trade with the County Camogie and Football panels. As has been the norm in this campaign to date, Waterford started the brighter and racked up a quartet of early points from Kaeisha Tobin (3pts, 2f) and Annie Fitzgerald. Yet two fortuitous goals by the Tipperary girls in the 10th and 14th minutes gave the visitors the advantage midway through the first half. Tobin was proving to be a constant thorn in the Tipperary side, with the Dungarvan player centrally involved in almost all of Waterford’s attacking play throughout the game. She again linked up with Ciara O’Sullivan in the 17th minute, with the Gaultier girl tapping over a fine point from thirty yards into the teeth of a difficult cross-field wind.

Tipperary were also causing trouble for the Waterford backline though. Corner back Aoife Hahessy found herself out on a tour of the Mount Sion pitch as she shadowed her marker Grainne Long out beyond the half back line at times. In the other corner, Leah Sheridan was left exposed in a one-on-one position against the dangerous Grace O’Toole, with full back Shauna Fitzpatrick sitting out in front in a sweeper role position. By half time Tipperary had opened up a 2-5 to 0-6 advantage, thanks in large to the free taking exploits of Cashel’s Caoimhe Perdue. The five point interval lead was quickly wiped out early in the second half, when Clodagh Carroll, following up on points from herself and Tobin, raised her side’s first green flag with a cracking goal from 15 yards after five minutes. It was nip and tuck from there on, as Waterford went toe-to-toe with the 2016 All Ireland Champions to see who would blink first. Dungarvan’s Sarah Lacey converted the home side’s second major on the 45 minute mark to cancel out Tipperary’s third goal three minutes earlier. Tobin kept the scoreboard ticking over for the home side with two more crucial frees, before Lacey scored the crucial goal four minutes from time to put her side 3-11 to 3-06 in front. Tipperary tapped over a final point in the dying embers of the game but it was Waterford who ran out deserved winners by four points. In a team performance, laced with bravery, perseverance and dogged determination, Waterford had many key warriors on the day. Leah Sheridan, Shauna Fitzgerald and Hannah Flynn excelled in the backs. The midfield partnership of Clara Griffin and Keeley Corbett Barry won the crucial midfield battle to swing the result in the Déise’s favour. In Clodagh Carroll, Waterford have one of the finest players in the Country for winning the dirty ball in rucks, whilst she was ably assisted by Ciara O’Sullivan, Annie Fitzgerald, Maggie Boylan and two-goal hero Sarah Lacey up front. Wing forward Kaeisha Tobin was rightfully name

Player of the Match after another exceptional performance. All roads lead to Clare next Sunday as the Minor Bandwagon rolls on. Waterford: Megan Foran; Leah Sheridan, Shauna Fitzgerald, Aoife Hahessy; Hannah Flynn, Mary Kate Curran, Roisin Dunphy; Clara Griffin, Keeley Corbett-Barry (0-1); Kaeisha Tobin (0-7, 6f), Ciara O’Sullivan (0-1), Clodagh Carroll (1-1); Sarah Lacey (20), Maggie Boylan, Annie Fitzgerald (01). Sub: Isabella Markiwicz for Aoife Hahessy (h.t.) Tipperary: Caoilfaoinn Maher; Laura Shinners, Anna Gavin, Thea Curtin; Sarah Bourke, Gemma Fox, Margaret Quigley; Sarah Delaney, Aine O’Dywer; Saoirse O’Meara, Casey Hennessy, Clodagh McIntyre; Grainne Long, Rosanna O’Donnell, Caoimhe Perdue.

Referee: Alan Doheny (Laois). ALL-IRELAND MINOR ‘A’ CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 4 Waterford vs Clare Date: 31/03/2018 Time: 2.30 p.m. Venue: Clare venue Best of luck to our Minors on Saturday next who take on Clare in the final round of the Minor Championship. A win or a draw will secure a semi final spot in the AllIreland Minor A championship. EASTER CAMOGIE CAMP We are holding two Easter Camogie Camps. First camp will take place in Brickey Rangers on Tuesday and Wednesday, 2nd and 3rd of April from 10 am to 2 p.m. Our second camp will take place in St. Saviours GAA on Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost of the two day camp is €25. To book simply text Chris Dempsey or Ita Murphy on 085 7137212 or 087 6296956. Annual Dog Night Fundraiser We will host our Annual Dog night on Saturday, 14th April in Kilcohan Dog Track at 7 p.m. Cost is €10 per person or €20 per family. Tickets can be purchased by contacting our camogie office or Contacting John Flood on 087 6684474. WATERFORD CAMOGIE OFFICE Waterford Camogie office is opened every day Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our Office is located in Dungarvan Nissan. If you have any queries or want to get in contact with us

Waterford. team that defeated Tipperary in the All-Ireland Minor (A) Camogie Championship played at Mount Sion GAA Grounds on Saturday, 23rd March, 2018. [Noel Browne]

Waterford’s Sarah Lacey was on hand to finish off the saved shot from her team mate, Kaeisha Tobin and register another goal for her side. [Noel Browne]

please contact Tanya on 086 8113531 or John Flood on 087 6684474. You will also find us on Facebook and twitter. URSULINE GOAL SPREE DELIVERS SENIOR GLORY O’Neills All Ireland Colleges Senior B Final St Angela’s Ursuline 5-14; Coláiste Íosagáin 3-14. St Angela’s Ursuline packed too much firepower for Coláiste Íosagáin in a scorching All Ireland Senior B final last Tuesday. The Waterford school led this eight-goal shootout from start to finish in the spring sunshine but were never comfortable. Coláiste Íosagáin, roared on by their vocal supporters, attacked until the final whistle. Potent free taker Sinéad De Bhuilde was awarded player of the match. In the third quarter, they closed within three points on four occasions. Clodagh Carroll landed two frees before Ursuline’s fifth major through Aoife Fitzgerald sealed victory. Scorers for St Angela’s Ursuline: Annie Fitzgerald 1-7 (6fs), Aoife Fitzgerald 1-2, Rachael Walsh, Emer

Walsh, Ciara O’Sullivan 1-0 each, Clodagh Carroll (2fs), Abby Flynn 0-2 each, Aleisha McDonald 0-1. Scorers for Coláiste Íosagáin: Sinéad De Bhuilde 0-10 (8fs, 2 45s), Michelle Ní Chiardha 1-2, Saoirse Mai Nic Aindriú, Niamh Nic Cormaic 1-0 each, Gráinne Ní Dhrisceoil 0-2. St. Angela’s Ursuline: Leah O’Donoghue (Gailltir); Leah Sheridan (Gailltir), Lucy Hogan (De La Salle), Emma Flynn (Gailltir); Niamh Murphy (De La Salle), Colette Hogan (De La Salle), Hannah Flynn (Gailltir); Clodagh Carroll (Gailltir), Ciara O’Sullivan (Gailltir); Aleisha McDonald (St Annes), Abby Flynn (De La Salle), Annie Fitzgerald (Gailltir); Rachael Walsh (Butlerstown), Aoife Fitzgerald (Gailltir), Emer Walsh (Gailltir). Subs: Clodagh Curham (Gailltir) for McDonald, Kate Lynch (Gailltir) for Walsh. Referee: Alan Doheny (Laois).

FLYNN FIRES URSULINE TO ALL IRELAND DOUBLE O’Neills All Ireland Colleges Junior A Final Replay St Angela’s Ursuline 1-5; St Mary’s New Ross 0-7 The supremely talented Abby Flynn propelled the Ursuline juniors to a nail-biting victory over St

Mary’s New Ross at a wet and windy WIT on Thursday afternoon. Her net buster ten minutes from time capped a player of the match performance. The captain pounced on a poor clearance from St Mary’s goalkeeper Hannah Dunphy and smashed home to give the Ursuline a slender lead. Chants of Olé, Olé, Olé came from the stand. Two All Irelands in three days for the red and navy. Scorers for St Angela’s Ursuline: Abby Flynn 1-2, Aoife Fitzgerald 0-3 (3fs). Scorers for St Mary’s New Ross: Ciara Walsh, Faye Codd, Amy Cahill (2fs) 0-2 each, Aisling Prendergast 0-1 (1f). St Angela’s Ursuline: Elena Gallagher (Gailltir); Shauna Farrell (Butlerstown), Lucy Hogan (De La Salle), Sorcha Cantwell (Gailltir); Holly Ryan (De La Salle), Sarah Maher (Gailltir), Jodie Tuohy (Gailltir); Clodagh Carroll (Gailltir), Rachael Walsh (Butlerstown); Laoise McLoughlin (Gailltir), Abby Flynn (De La Salle), Clodagh Hoctor (Gailltir); Alisha Flynn (Gailltir), Aoife Fitzgerald (Gailltir), Clodagh Curham (Gailltir). Referee: Mike Ryan (Tipperary)

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The Under 18 team from St. Declan's Community College, Kilmacthomas who won the All-Ireland C Football semi-final. Included is Mr. Collins who trains the team.

ALL-IRELAND U-18 COLLEGES ‘C’ FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL

Late rally sees St. Declan’s snatch victory and advance to All-Ireland Final St. Declan’s …………………2-10; Carndonagh Community School (Donegal) ……………………1-11. CONGRATULATIONS to St. Declan's Community College on their fantastic win over Carndonagh in the All-Ireland U-18 Football semi-final. St. Declan’s qualified for the AllIreland C football final in the splendid Abbotstown GAA complex when they came from 3 pts down with seven minutes left to snatch victory. Though they were visibly out on their feet, from somewhere they summoned up the courage to come off the ropes and landed the killer blows. Two points from Portlaw’s John Power brought them closer and as stoppage time approached they

worked the ball upfield on the left wing. Tom Walsh fisted a long ball across goal with hardly a glance and incredibly there was wing back Reece Power sprinting onto it to blast the Deise boys back into the lead. Carndonagh as they had done all day refused to die and pointed leaving the minimum between the teams. In a hectic finale and with the supporters on their knees, Kilmac got an insurance point when Darragh Power lashed it over the bar to finally make it safe. The final whistle was greeted with relief by Kilmac and dismay by Carndonagh who had the best player on the pitch by far, centreforward Conor O'Donnell scored 1-7 and was unmarkable. That he

missed a penalty in the 45th minute will weigh heavy on his mind when he blasted just right of the post when the game was tied. He is an incredible talent and was a joy to watch. St Declan’s can thank inspirational substitute Percy O’Callaghan for the job he did in containing the Donegal star in the final quarter, particularly for a textbook shoulder tackle which turned over man and ball with the goal at his mercy. Tight matches are decided on such fine margins. It all seemed so different in the first half when St. Declan’s comfortably controlled the game. They went 0-4 ahead before Conor O'Donnell’s brace got Carndonagh on the board. James Power kicked a beauty from way out on the right

and the Rathgormack youngster had a tremendous game all through. Paul Allen popped a pass to send Donal Queally in on goal where the son of a Glenties woman stuck it in the net. Carndonagh were guilty of wasting scoring many chances with numerous wides. In an excellent game of end to end football the Kilmac defence harried and chased like men possessed. At half time the scoreboard read 1-6 to 0-3. In the second half Carndonagh rolled up their sleeves and showed how they were Ulster Champions. They dominated the middle sector and trapped Kilmac in their own half. The excellent Ben Kirwan in goal played as sweeper behind the

defence but with Conor O'Donnell pulling the strings Carndonagh chipped away at the lead and were level after 45 minutes. The missed penalty seemed a temporary blip along the path to victory at the time but when the dust had settled at the end it was a huge moment. Carndonagh pulled three points ahead but never got out of sight. St. Declan’s found a way back and such is the sometimes tragic uncertainty of sport that Donegal’s hero left the field heartbroken and Kilmac live to fight another day. Though this team had no superstar, it has an honesty and work ethic that makes it greater than the sum of its parts. St. Declan’s probably need to improve if they hope

to win the final but they won't be found wanting for effort. St. Declan’s team: Ben Kirwan Kill; John Sheahan, Newtown, Conor Burns (Capt.) Newtown, Brendan Gough, Stradbally; Aidan Behan, Kilrossanty, Anthony Lonergan, Kilrossanty, Reece Power (1-1) Kilmac; Tom Walsh, Rathgormack, James Power, Rathgormack (0-1); Shane O’Brien, Portlaw, Donal Queally, Kill (1-0), Tommy Carberry, Kilmac; Darragh Power (0-3) Kilmac, John Power, Portlaw (0-5 frees), Paul Allen, Kill. Subs: Percy O’Callaghan 45 mins; Paraic Hallihan 52 mins., Colm Kennedy, Kyle Walsh-Gahan, Jack Sutton, David Murphy, Jack Hally, Dan Dunne, Tom Mooney, Eoin FitzGerald, Jack Boylan. Man of the Match: Reece Power. Top Trio: James Power, Ben Kirwan, Tom Walsh.

St. Angela's celebrate their All-Ireland success – St. Angela’s, Waterford who defeated St. Mary's, New Ross in the All-Ireland Post-Primary Schools Camogie Junior (A) Final replay at Carriganore last week.

[Noel Browne]

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Club Focus Wednesday, 1st April, 1998. CHURCH & GENERAL NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE

Emphatic Waterford back in contention Waterford 4-11; Laois 1-9. WATERFORD hurlers travelled to Portlaoise in determined mood last Sunday to provide their detractors with an emphatic 11 point victory over Laois at O’Moore Park. In the process, they put themselves right back in contention for a place in the semi-final stages of the league. Obviously stung by the wave of criticism which hit them after their disappointing performance against Cork the pervious Sunday, the Déise hurlers made a mockery of the very difficult underfoot conditions to carve out a fully deserved victory. In an excellent team performance Waterford played with greater determination and their higher skill levels saw them in control in virtually every sector of the pitch. Thus, as I stated last week, “a week is a long time in hurling” and the ‘acid test’ which was Laois was duly overcome. A fact which is to the credit of the players and team management as they showed here that they have the ability, if they produce it, to match any team in this Division. Brendan Landers had a promising hour between the posts. While Brian Flannery showed that he had a deal to offer at right full back. Sean Cullinane was again rock solid at full back, well supported by an inform Mark O’Sullivan. Stephen Frampton and Fergal Hartley stepped up a few gears in the half backs, while James O’Connor was not found wanting either. Tony Browne and Gary Gater also showed a return to their best form. While up front, if Dave Bennett’s arrival back was the big news with 2-1 to

his credit, Paul Flynn was top scorer with a total of 2-5 and Anthony Kirwan made his presence felt at full forward to telling effect. Dan Shanahan worked hard with Ken McGrath’s skill and pace causing endless problems for the Laois rearguard, with Derek McGrath, Ger Harris and Peter Queally also sharing in an important victory. BENNETT ON TARGET The news that Lismore’s Dave Bennett would come in for the injured Billy O’Sullivan was well received as it had been anticipated that following his excellent displays for UCC in the Fitzgibbon Cup competition that he would have been called into the Deise attack. In the 4th minute Dave Bennett received a pass from Anthony Kirwan and neatly tapped the ball to the net past the helpless Ricky Cashin. In the 12th minute a long ball in from Gary Gater saw Paul Flynn finish to the net, 2-1 to 0-1. Waterford led 2-5 to 0-4 at the interval. SECOND GOAL Waterford struck their third goal in the 40th minute as Paul Flynn worked his way in along the end line to find Anthony Kirwan who placed Dave Bennett who promptly slammed home his second goal. After 50 minutes the score read Waterford 3-8, Laois 0-9. So, could Laois pull the game out of the fire? No is the emphatic answer as Paul Flynn (free) in the 50th minute and Ken McGrath scored a point from a 65 after good work by Dan Shanahan. Then Tony Browne placed Paul Flynn in the 54th minute and Flynn cut through to lash home his second and Waterford’s fourth goal. Cyril Cuddy (56th minute) goaled and Dan Shanahan (57th minute) pointed, 4-11 to 1-9 at full time. TEAMS AND SCORERS Waterford scorers: P. Flynn 2-5, D. Bennett 2-1, K. McGrath 0-4, D. Shanahan 0-1. Laois scorers: C. Cuddy 1-0, P. Cuddy 0-3, D. Cuddy and L. Tynan 0-2 each. D. Rooney and D. Conroy 0-1 each. Waterford: B. Landers; B. Flannery, S. Cullinane, M. O’Sullivan; S. Frampton, F. Hartley, J. O’Connor; T. Browne, G. Gater; D. Shanahan, G. Harris, K. McGrath; D. Bennett, A. Kirwan, P. Flynn. Subs: D. McGrath for G. Harris; P. Queally for J. O’Connor. Laois: R. Cashin; J. Shortall, R. Fogarty, B. Maher; J. Rigney, P. Cuddy, S. Dooley; O. Dowling, D. Conroy; D. Rooney, G. Dunne, C. Cuddy; L. Tynan, O. Coss, D. Cuddy. Subs: A. Bergin for S. Dooley; F. O’Sullivan for L. Tynan. Referee: T. McIntyre (Antrim).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY MUNSTER COLLEGES SENIOR FOOTBALL Championship: Munster Colleges senior football. Venue: Doneraile, Co. Cork. Date: Thursday, 26th March, 1998. Full-time score: Tarbert Comprehensive 2-7; St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas 1-6. St. Declan’s team: K. Kirwan; G. Prendergast, D. Power, K. O’Reilly; N. Barry, P. Mulhearne, J. O’Leary; M. Ahern, T. Costelloe; B. O’Leary, G. Power, N. Power; D. O’Reilly, T. Curran, L. Barry. Subs: M. O’Leary for N. Power; D. Hearne for M. O’Leary (inj.).

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 13 Forecasts. 10 Correct. 3 Incorrect. Success Rate: 77%. This Week’s Forecasts: SHC: Roanmore v (Mt. Sion), DLS v (Fourmilewater), Ballygunner v (Abbeyside), Passage v Lismore – A Draw, Dungarvan v (Tallow), Ballyduff v (An Rinn). Weast IHC: Brickeys v (Stradbally), Modeligo v (Shamrocks), Cappoquin v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Ardmore v (Ballysaggart). West J’A’H: St. Mary’s v (Ballinameela), St. Mary’s v (Geraldines), Tourin v (Kilrossanty). West J’B’H: Fourmilewater v (Tallow). West J’C’ H: An Rinn v (Ballysaggart), Kilgobinet v (Cappoquin), Brickeys v (Shamrocks), Melleray v (Modeligo), Abbeyside v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg). Co. MF: Div.1: Gaultier v (An Rinn). Div. 2B: Brickeys v (Cois Bhride), St. Pats v (St. Olivers). Div 3A: St. Mollerans v (Mt. Sion), St. Saviours v (Ferrybank). Div 3B: Nire v (Ballyduff Upper), Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Stradbally). To Date: 56 Forecasts. 37 Correct. 19 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.1%.

Western Board Championship games Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Championship Group A Friday, March 30th: ARDMORE V BALLYSAGGART in the Fraher Field at 7.00 p.m. Tallow clubman and former chairman of the Western Board Eddie Cunningham and other Gaels are always of the opinion that there should be no games played on Good Friday. Well, the change in times continues this weekend when the Western Board commences its premier championship, the intermediate hurling with a double header in the Fraher Field this Friday evening. Ardmore’s recent junior hurling journey will either stand to them or will have tired them out for their return to the intermediate grade and we will have to wait and see which is which. The seasiders were in Dublin last weekend at the invitation of the Club hurling sponsors AIB for a tournament game while Ballysaggart have played one league outing, going under to St. Mollerans by 2-18 to 3-11. The form of Shane Bennett for ‘Saggart will be watched with interest after his retirement from the County senior panel while overall

Ardmore seemed to be the better balanced side to get off to a winning start. Friday, March 30th: CAPPOQUIN V CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG in the Fraher Field at 8.30 p.m. Cappoquin will still be very disappointed at the way they played against An Rinn in last year’s Western final and indeed this performance as not a true reflection of the capabilities of the side. The cornerstone welcome former County minor Mikey O’Brien into their ranks from the Geraldines and they too seem to be a better balanced side than their opposition. Tadhg De Burca and Brian O’Halloran will lead the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg challenge and both can be depended on to motivate their team mates for a strong go at this one. Forecast: Cappoquin. Group B Saturday, March 31st: MODELIGO V SHAMROCKS in Lismore at 3.00 p.m. Following the transfers of the Mick and John Devine from Dungarvan to Modeligo, the three brothers will make their championship debut for Modeligo

against Shamrocks. On the other hand, Pa O’Donovan, who has emigrated, has been a serious player for the team the past few years and his absence may well affect the team. Shamrocks will be underdogs here but they have always been championship battlers. Last weekend they defeated Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg after extra time in the final of the Deag Ahearne Memorial Tournament in Knockanore and they can be relied on to fight to the end here. Forecast: Modeligo. Saturday, March 31st: STRADBALLY V BRICKEYS in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. There is usually very little between Stradbally and Brickeys when they meet in championship fare and this weekend’s game should be similar. Both teams have enjoyed a good start to the County league and the Brickey’s acquisition of Oran Keevers from DLS this year will further boost their defence. Shane Ahearne and Michael Walsh are the key players for the Reds and if the Brickeys can curb this pairing to some degree, then they can get off to a winning start here. Forecast: Brickeys.

The Local Bar Junior Hurling Championships

The feast before the famine The Local Bar Junior "A’’ Hurling KILROSSANTY V TOURIN in Dungarvan, Sat., 31st March at 2.30 p.m. COLLIGAN V BALLINAMEELA in Bushy Park on Sat., 31st March at 4.30pm GERALDINES V ST. MARY’S in Colligan on Sat., 31st March at 5.00 p.m. THE feast of fixtures before their abandonment in a week’s time continues at junior level with fixtures in all three grades. Tourin will be hoping to record their first win after their defeat to Colligan last Sunday while Kilrossanty will prove no push over going on last year’s results. A lot will depend on how much work Ballinameela have done to date for their game against Colligan but the odds one way or the other are with the Rockies winning backto-back games. St. Mary’s have former County and Tallow player Aidan Kearney in

their ranks in 2018 and going on their Western final display against the later All Ireland Champions Ardmore last year, they should have too much firepower for a Geraldines side that may be going through a transition period. Forecasts: Tourin, Colligan, St. Mary’s The Local Bar Junior "B" Hurling FOURMILEWATER V TALLOW in Aglish on Sun., 1st April at 12 noon. Fourmile will be the forerunners for this year’s championship as they pushed eventual County champions Abbeyside to the limit in last year’s Western semi final. They should have the measure of Tallow in Aglish but any Tallow side is not to be taken lightly. Forecast: Fourmilewater. The Local Bar Junior "C" Hurling BALLYSAGGART V AN RINN in Cappoquin on Sun., 1st April at 11.30 a.m. KILGOBINET V CAPPOQUIN

in Colligan on Sun., 1st April at 11.30 a.m. ABBEYSIDE V CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG in Ardmore on Sunday, 1st April at 11.30 a.m. SHAMROCKS V BRICKEY RANGERS in Clashmore on Sunday, 1st April at 11.30 a.m. MELLERAY V MODELIGO in Lismore on Sunday, 1st April at11.30 a.m. Brickeys, the winners, and Kilgobinet contested last year’s final and both teams should be in the running for honours again this year. Kilgobinet will be fancied to beat Cappoquin in Colligan while Brickeys may not have things all their own way against Shamrocks in Clashmore. Other games see An Rinn favoured to beat Ballysaggart, Abbeyside should come out on top against Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg while Melleray should have the measure of Modeligo. Forecasts: An Rinn, Kilgobinet, Abbeyside, Brickeys, Melleray.

WESTERN BOARD RESULTS AND FIXTURES RESULTS The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship: Colligan 1-13; Tourin 0-12 Albert McGrath U-21B Football Championship SemiFinals: Cois Bhride 0-10; Brickey Rangers 2-2 An Ghaeltacht 6-4; Dungarvan 0-2 FIXTURES Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Championship: Ballysaggart v Ardmore at Fraher Field Friday, 30th March 7.00 p.m. Cappoquin v Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at Fraher Field Friday 30th March 8.30 p.m. Modeligo v Shamrocks at Lismore Saturday, 31st March 3.00 pm Stradbally v Brickeys Rangers at Fraher Field Saturday, 31st March 7.30 pm The Local Bar Junior Hurling Championship: Kilrossanty v Tourin at Dungarvan Saturday, 31st March

2.30 p.m. Colligan v Ballinameela at Bushy Saturday, 31st March 4.30 p.m. Geraldines v St. Mary’s at Colligan Saturday, 31st March 5.00 p.m. The Local Bar Junior "C" Hurling: Ballysaggart v An Rinn at Cappoquin Sunday, 1st April 11.30 a.m. Kilgobinet v Cappoquin at Colligan Sunday, 1st April 11.30 a.m. Abbeyside v Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at Ardmore Sunday, 1st April 11.30 a.m. Shamrocks v Brickey Rangers at Clashmore Sunday, 1st April 11.30 a.m. Melleray v Modeligo at Lismore Sunday, 1st April 11.30 a.m. The Local Bar Junior "B" Hurling: Fourmilewater v Tallow at Aglish Sunday, 1st April 12 noon.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 30 March, 2018

Stradbally CLUB NEWS This week our U-10 football team played the all county U-10’s Go Games Football Blitz in Carriganore. They played four games against St. Mollerans, Tramore, Mt. Sion and Ballyduff Lower, each child had the same amount of game time and we competed well in all four games. In total 15 players got to play in the blitz and the kids had a fantastic day out. The club would like to thank the stand in mentors for the day, Walter Drohan, Neil Crohurst and Nina Fee who really looked after the kids on the day. The mentors for the U-9/10/11/ and 12’s were all on a Level 1 Course in Dungarvan but reassume the hot seat next week. Next week is the turn of our U-8’s who play in a similar Blitz in the Gold Coast pitch in Dungarvan at 11 am next Saturday morning. SEAN AHEARN CÚL CAMP 2018 Online booking is now available for the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps 2018. Booking is available on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie. Book by 1st June to get your kit before school holidays. WINTER LEAGUE 2018 The weather again affected last Thursday’s Winter League. Round 3 of the league continues this Thursday. Those children participating in the Winter league who have yet to register can do so on Thursday week or register online at www.stradballygaa.com. The code of Ethics is available online and must be read by all parents of those taking part in Stradbally GAA activity. WINTER LEAGUE ROUND 2 RESULTS Kerry 13-5 6; Meath 7-2 5; Roscommon 5-2 4;

Waterford 6-3 Cork 6-5 Down 11-12

4 5 7

WINTER LEAGUE 2018 TABLE Team Points Down 14 Cork 12 Waterford 11 Kerry 10 Meath 9 Roscommon 7 ROUND 3 FIXTURES Playing Field Team V Team Pitch 1 Kerry Cork Pitch 2 Meath Roscommon Pitch 3 Waterford Down JUVENILE NEWS Training for our under 6/7/8/9/10/11/12’s will return on Friday, 06/04/18 at 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm. We have an action packed year planned for all the kids this year. Our u-9’s and 10’s will again play in the City League and our U-11/12’s will play in the Town and Country leagues. We have six coaches for this group and all of them are currently participating in the Level 1 Coaching course over a six-week period. That’s a massive commitment on their behalf for the kids that they are coaching, the Club really appreciates the efforts of these volunteers. Any child who has yet to register must do so by the 29th March, parents can log onto www.stradballygaa.com and pay their child’s registration on line. The City League fixtures are as follows: U-9 City League Fixtures 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 7th April Saturday Home St. Mary’s 11.30 am Rd 2 21st April Saturday Home Na Gael 11.30 am Rd 3 5th May Saturday Away Tramore 11.30 am Rd 4 19th May Saturday Home Ferrybank 11.30 am Rd 5 2nd June Saturday Home Butlerstown 11.30 am Rd 6 16th June Saturday TBC TBC 11.30 am Rd 7 30th June Saturday TBC TBC 11.30 am Under 10 City League Fixtures 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 14th April Saturday Away St. Saviours 11.30 am Rd 2 28th April Saturday Home Clonea 11.30 am Rd 3 12th May Saturday Away Tramore 11.30 am Rd 4 26th May Saturday Away Portlaw 11.30 am Rd 5 9th June Saturday Home Ballygunner 11.30 am Rd 6 23rd June Saturday Away Sacred Heart11.30 am Rd 7 7th July Saturday Away Passage 11.30 am U-11 Town and Country Hurling League 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 6th April Friday Stradbally Naomh Brid 6.30 pm Rd 2 20th April Friday Bushy Pk Brickey Rangers 6.30 pm Rd 3 4th May Friday Stradbally An Ghaeltacht 6.30 pm Rd 4 18th May Friday Ballymacarbry Fourmilewater 6.30 pm Rd 5 1st June Friday Stradbally Abbeyside 6.30 pm

Rd 6 15th June Friday Kilgobinet St. Pat’s 6.30 pm Rd 7 29th June Friday Stradbally Deuglan Naofa 6.30 pm U-11 Town and Country Football League 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 - 20th July Friday Lismore Naomh Carthaigh 6.30 pm Rd 2 27th July Friday Stradbally Deuglan Naofa 6.30 pm Rd 3 10th August Friday Kilgobinet St. Pat’s 6.30 pm Rd 4 24th August Friday Stradbally Ballinacourty 6.30 pm Rd 5 7th September Friday Ballymacarbry/Nire 6.30 pm Rd 6 21st September Friday Stradbally/Naomh Brid 6.30 pm Rd 7 5th October Friday Stradbally An Ghaeltacht 6.30 pm U-12 Town and Country Hurling League 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 27th April Friday Stradbally Kilrossanty 6.30 pm Rd 2 11th May Friday Cappoquin Cappoquin 6.30 pm Rd 3 25th May BYE BYE BYE BYE Rd 4 8th June Friday Stradbally Deuglan Naofa 6.30 pm Rd 5 22nd June Friday Modeligo Naomh Brid 6.30 pm U-12 Town and Country Football League 2018 Round Date Day Venue Opponent Time Rd 1 3rd August Friday Leamybrien Kilrossanty 6.30 pm Rd 2 17th August Friday Stradbally Balinacourty 6.30 pm Rd 3 31st August BYE Stradbally Deuglan Naofa BYE Rd 4 14th September Friday Modeligo Naomh Brid 6.30 pm Rd 5 28th September Friday Stradbally St. Pat’s 6.30 pm 3 AND 4-YEAR-OLD PLAY GROUP Continues this Thursday at 6 pm in Sallyfort Farm, children participate in age appropriate games and the enjoyment can be seen on all their faces each and every night. Stradbally GAA club wishes to thank each and every parent for making the effort to attend. Please spread the word so we can grow this group and ensure that our future is secure. The club would like to thank Dermot and Pearl O’ Brien for hosting this group. U-16 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-16 footballers lost to a strong Kilrossanty side on a scoreline of 6-7 to 1-5 last Sunday. Stradbally battled hard throughout and were very unlucky not to put a few more scores on the board. Our next game is to fixed for Thursday, 5th April at 7 pm V De La Salle. ADULT NEWS Minor Football - Our Minors play their first game in this year’s championship today, Wednesday, at 7.30 p.m. versus Clashmore in Stradbally. REMAINING FIXTURES Round 4 – Stradbally V Brickey Rangers on Monday, 2nd April at 12 noon in Bushy Park. Round 1 – Stradbally V Nire TBC Round 2 – Stradbally V Ballyduff Upper TBC The club would like to wish all mentors and players the very best for the year ahead. Senior Football - Our Senior football team will commence the defense of their championship in the coming weeks. We have received the fixtures for the first two rounds of the County Championship; Round 1 – Stradbally V Ardmore on Saturday, 14th April at 7 pm in Lemybrien. Round 2 – Stradbally V Portlaw on Saturday, 21st April at 3.45 pm in Kill. Intermediate Hurling - We played the second round of the Intermediate Hurling league game last Sunday morning away to St. Saviours and recorded a 1-08 to 2-14 victory. It was a good run out for the lads as they prepare for the championship which takes place next Saturday, March 31st in Fraher Field v Brickey Rangers at 7 pm. We are again in action the following Friday in Round 2 on April 6th v Modeligo in Fraher Field at 7 pm. LADIES NOTES We would like to wish two of our club members, Sheena McGuckian and Eabha Gough the best of luck as they travel over to Pen Y Dre in Wales to represent Ireland and compete in Superschools with St. Augustine’s College. NEW 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. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due and this year we are asking all our players past and present, supporters and parents of our juveniles to consider becoming members of our club in 2018. Now more than ever we need the support of our community so we can build and develop our club for our children and future generations. It is easier than ever

Na Deise Girls U-12 Football team who represented their club during the half-time match of the Waterford v Cavan LIDL NFL Division 2 Round 6 match on 25th March last in Waterford IT Sports Arena.

to pay your membership, you just have to log onto our website www.stradballygaa.com and pay your membership online from your phone or any computer. Membership rates for 2018 are: Adult Member; €70; OAP; €50; Student / Underage; €40, 2nd Child in family €30, and every subsequent child €20. John Halpin will be collecting membership every Sunday night at the GAA Social Centre between 9.30 pm and 10.30 pm. SOCIAL CENTRE Anyone who is considering making a booking can contact Breda Kiely on 087-6291930. FUNDRAISING 50:50 Draw - The next Draw takes place on Sunday, 8th April 2018. Congratulations to Irene Kilbride who won €220 in our latest 50/50 draw. Deise Draw - Tickets are available from any of the Club committee. Field Signs - We will be making a big drive this year for businesses to put up field Signs. Contact Virgil Power (Alaska) on 087-7797401 for more details.

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