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Neighbouring towns benefit from Grattan Square saga By Paul Mooney A WATERFORD Councillor has claimed that Dungarvan is continuing to lose customers and visitors in favour of neighbouring towns, as the saga over works in Grattan Square drags on. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell hit out at Smarter Travel and the contractor,Wills Brothers, for carrying out work on the centre of Grattan Square, which took up parking spaces over the August Bank Holiday Weekend. “I’m absolutely furious over this,” Cllr. O’Donnell told the Dungarvan Observer. “This work started over the long weekend when there would be more visitors to town. It took up a good number of parking spaces in the centre of the Square.” He said he was aware of a number of people who decided not to stay in Dungarvan over the weekend because of the inconvenience the works

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were causing on Grattan Square and instead they favoured travelling on to Youghal or Clonmel. Over the last several months, the works have affected traders and businesses in the Square, resulting in a huge drop in their revenue. Recently, Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber demanded the Council step in and take charge of the project from Smarter Travel after it was apparent that many businesses were haemorrhaging thousands of euro at an alarming rate due to the drop in footfall, visitors and trade. “I have business owners contacting me daily about the matter and I stand by what I said earlier in the year - Smarter Travel should pay the rates of businesses affected by the works,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. “If Smarter Travel has the money to dig up places two or three times, then surely they can pay the rates for the businesses affected. Continued on page 6

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By Christy Parker TWO west Waterford companies with origins over 200 years apart, have amassed one 3-gold star and four 2-gold stars at this year’s highly prestigious inter-national Great Taste awards in Britain. County Waterford was also associated with a further 2-gold

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star award and two 1-gold star awards. Lismore Food Company, which was founded in 2014, enhanced its growing international reputation when its Caraway and Irish Seaweed savoury biscuit scooped a top accolade of 3-gold stars, one of just 13 Irish companies to do so. The company was also awarded 2-gold star merit for its sweet

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Lemon Polenta biscuit. Meanwhile, Flahavans Porridge company based in Kilmacthomas, established since 1785, received three 2-gold star awards for its products. The recognition comes three weeks after the company won the Porridge category in the UK-based Healthy Food Guide Food & Drinks. Continued on page 7

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Eleven-year-old Aisling Quinn, grand-daughter of Jack and Gobnait Curran, Kilrush, Dungarvan, who will be appearing in ‘The Secret Garden’ in London’s West End later this month. Full story on page 3

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biscuit. Lemon Polenta Flahavans two 1-gold star Meanwhile, star award and in company based awards. Company, Porridge established since Lismore Food in 2014, Kilmacthomas, three 2-gold star com- which was founded 1785, received growing inter- awards for its products. TWO west Waterford over 200 enhanced its its comes three reputation when panies with origins The recognition won amassed one national Seaweed after the company the years apart, have 2-gold stars Caraway and Irish a top weeks four category in biscuit scooped 3-gold star and prestigious savoury one of the Porridge Healthy Food Guide of 3-gold stars, at this year’s highly to do so. UK-based Taste awards accolade inter-national Great Food & Drinks. just 13 Irish companies was also awarded Continued on page 7 in Britain. also The company sweet its was for merit County Waterford 2-gold 2-gold star a further associated with

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will be cloudy and blustery, with showers or longer spells of rain. The rain will gradually ease from the west during the late afternoon and evening, with a few bright spells developing. Highest temperatures of 17 to 19 degrees. Fresh to strong and gusty southwesterly winds will veer westerly during the afternoon. NATIONAL OUTLOOK FOR THE FOLLOWING FEW DAYS Wednesday night will bring a mix of clear spells and scattered showers. Lowest temperatures of 12 or 13 degrees. On Thursday there'll be sunny spells and occasional showers, some heavy and a few possibly thundery. Highest temperatures of 15 to 20 degrees with moderate to fresh northwest to north winds. Friday will be mainly dry with sunny spells. Highest temperatures of 16 to 19 degrees with light to moderate west to southwest breezes. Rain and drizzle are likely near west and north coasts towards the end of the day and will affect much of Connacht and Ulster on Friday night. Saturday will be very warm, humid and mainly dry with a fair amount of cloud and some sunny breaks.The best of the sunshine will be in the east and south. Highest temperatures of 19 to 24 degrees, warmest in the midlands and east. Sunday will be a breezy and fresher day with sunny spells and a few showers. Highest temperatures of 16 to 20 degrees with moderate to fresh westerly breezes.

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NEWS that England’s government has decided to review a proposal to build a nuclear power plant a mere 320 km from the Waterford coast will come as a relief to Waterford Councillors and members of the public living along the Eastern Irish coastline. According to a report in the Irish Times last week, Britain is to conduct a review into building two nuclear reactors at Hinkley Point C in Somerset, England after new British Prime Minister Theresa May

said the British government wanted to give the €21.5m project “further consideration”. Last year, Waterford Councillors reacted with anger and disbelief over the EU’s decision to grant England permission to build a nuclear power plant so close to the Irish coastline. While the proposal did encounter massive resistance from several EU member countries, An Taisce and the Department of Environment, a vote by the EU’s 28 Commissioners narrowly approved the nuclear power plant.

Following strongly worded objections from Cllr. James Tobin, Cllr. Declan Doocey, Cllr. Tom Cronin, Cllr. John Pratt, Cllr. Joe Kelly and Cllr. Joe Conway,Waterford Council wrote to the British Ambassador, Dominick Chilcott expressing their fears and concerns. Mr. Chilcott responded and assured Councillors that nuclear safety is of “paramount importance” to the British government and the proposed Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant will be designed to “withstand flooding, air strikes and total loss of power on the site”.

The Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant is to be build by French energy company EDF Energy. However, in what was described as a ‘shock’ turnaround, it was shortly after the board of EDF Energy narrowly voted last week to proceed with construction of Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant, that Ms. May said her government wanted to give the project “further consideration”. A final decision by the British government on whether Hinkley Point C will proceed, or not, is expected sometime in early Autumn.

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THE HSE and Minister for Health have been called on to deploy more ambulance personnel following “unacceptable and lengthy waiting times” for ambulance call-outs. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald told the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council that the National Ambulance Service is under-staffed, resulting in lengthy response times for some

emergency call-outs in the South East region. Cllr. Fitzgerald, who also brought the motion to the Southern Regional Health Forum, said he wanted to raise awareness “of what I believe to be unacceptable and lengthy waiting times for ambulances in the South East Region”. “I also hope the HSE will respond by deploying more

ambulance crew personnel in the SE region,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald. He outlined some recent incidents, particularly one situation where an ambulance from Wexford took over an hour to get to a critically ill patient in East Waterford, who resided a six minute drive from University Hospital Waterford. Cllr. Fitzgerald said he also

had a personal experience in his family, when an ambulance was called and took one hour and ten minutes to arrive. He said the ambulance service is a vital and important service that has to be maintained properly and financed properly. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan seconded the motion and all other Councillors unanimously agreed to passing the motion.

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Aisling to take centre stage in West End play E L E V E N - ye a r - o l d Aisling Quinn, from Ruislip, London, will perform in ‘The Secret Garden’ at London’s West End Ambassadors Theatre in August. Aisling has special links to Dungarvan, as she is the grand-daughter of Jack and Gobnait Curran, Kilrush, and daughter of Dungarvan native, Maeve Quinn (née Curran). Aisling has spent many Summers in the local area and has very special memories of her time there. The musical, ‘The Secret Garden’ is based on the classic novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. It is about an orphaned Indian girl who is sent to live with her uncle in Yorkshire, where she discovers a locked garden filled with magic. Aisling beat 2,000 applicants to land her role in the ensemble and will perform on 30th and 31st August.

The primary school pupil said: “I will be acting, singing and dancing on a west end stage”. “It was advertised on Facebook. I filled in the application form myself as I was determined to audition! “I had to go to London three weeks in a row for the auditions,” said Aisling. “The first audition I had to go in on my own and sing ‘Over the Rainbow’ from the Wizard of Oz. The second was a group audition and the third was in front of a big cast.” Aisling, who is part of Encore Theatre UK outside of school, has performed in lots of local productions already. “I was Ariel in the Little Mermaid in 2015 and I have just landed the lead role as Annie in the theatre show ‘Annie’ in November,” she said. “I love it loads. I've been performing since I was 8

years old. My parents are really proud. I'm so excited as it’s the biggest show I've ever performed in,” added Aisling. Aisling’s proud mum, Maeve recalls her daughters love of singing and acting. "She’s always singing around the house with her brother Conor and her dad Kevin who are keen performers also and she has performed in a lot of musicals,” said Maeve. “There were over 2,000 applicants for the West End drama and she had three auditions, having to travel down to London each time, but it’s all worth it now. “She has great determination, but she’s very shy until she gets on stage, which is quite rare.” Now, Maeve is looking forward to Aisling’s big performances. She added: “I’m very proud about her perform-

CENTRE STAGE: Eleven-yearold Aisling Quinn, who will be appearing in The Secret Garden in the West End, London, later this month. ing in the West End and very excited! I've been watching her all these years. Lots of family and friends will be going down to watch her perform,” added Maeve.

Eircode anomaly which put parts of Waterford on ‘wrong’ side of county border has been rectified AN anomaly in the new postcode system ‘Eircode’ which re-labelled ‘huge swathes of the Comeragh area’ as County Tipperary has been rectified. At the July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, who had originally urged the Council to alert the Communications Minister to the address anomalies, said he was delighted that action has now been taken. Just over a year ago, Cllr. O’Ryan drew attention to the fact that the new Eircode system was re-labelling many parts of north County Waterford as County Tipperary, while some Western parts of the County were re-labelled as County Cork. The address changes by Eircode angered a lot of many local people who are proud of their Déise roots. Cllr. O’Ryan proposed a Notice of Motion at the time, unanimously supported by the Comeragh area Councillors, calling on the Minister to

examine the concerns and issues. Last week, Cllr. O’Ryan said he was delighted to see the issues with incorrect addresses in the Eircode system have been corrected. He said he was also delighted to see people’s concerns addressed and their lives changed for the better because of the work carried out by the Comeragh Municipal District Council. “People were fairly annoyed that their address was not classified as County Waterford,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “I checked several addresses just outside the borough of Clonmel (www.eircode.ie) and I noticed ‘via Clonmel’ has gone and ‘County Waterford’ is back,” he said. “People can use their rightful and proper address.” Other addresses which were changed back to County Waterford include areas in Kilbrien, Ballinamult, Clonea Power, Carrick-on-Suir and Rathgormack. “I was never against Eircodes as

such, I was just against the way they were doing it,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. He said he recently saw the emergency services advertising that people should use their Eircode. “We all want the emergency services (Fire Brigade, Ambulance and Gardaí) to get to the premises they need to get to. I think people should have their Eircode with them and use it on all correspondence. I certainly do, and it’s easy to find.” Cllr. Seanie Power also praised the action leading to the important address changes for Waterford constituents. “I know, living near the border, that addresses were being listed as County Tipperary instead of County Waterford,” said Cllr. Power. “We are proud Waterford people and we want to keep it that way,” he added. For more information on the Eircode, and to find your unique Eircode, visit the website www.eircode.ie.

Notice to Passengers Dungarvan Shopping Centre Stop For some time we have been experiencing difficulties when dropping off and picking up passengers at the bus stop at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. This is due to private cars and other service vehicles parking in the designated Bus Stop. In light of a number of near incidents we have come to the decision that we can no longer safely drop off or pick up our passengers at this stop. Until such time as measures are put in place to address safety issues, Locallink have decided that Dungarvan Shopping Centre will not be used as the termination stop for our services. From Monday, 1st August, all Locallink Services to and from Dungarvan will drop off and pick up passengers from the bus stop at Davitt’s Quay. We regret having to take this step and apologise to our passengers for the inconvenience this will cause. We are hopeful that the matter can be resolved in the near future. James O’Donoghue, Manager, Locallink Waterford, The Courthouse, Dungarvan. Phone: 0761 102845

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The White Flag raised Council supports using CPO for the 2016 August to tackle housing crisis Racing Festival FOODIES and fashionistas, fanatics of hurling and family fun seekers. will delight in this year’s August Racing Festival programme in Tramore, County Waterford. The four day-long celebration begins on August 11 and is expected to draw over 20,000 to the seaside town this year, generating €3 million plus for the local and regional economy. The four day August festival starts on Thursday evening, August 11, and is the highlight of the 11 race-meetings on the annual calendar at Tramore, one of the country’s most historic racetracks. The action-packed meeting generates over €3 million for the local and regional economy. Up to 100 local people are employed on site throughout the event, according to Racecourse General Manager, Sue Phelan. “The mix of Club Déise on our first evening; the barbecue evening with entertainment the second evening; our House of Waterford Crystal Style Evening with Roz Purcell on the Saturday and our family fun afternoon on the Sunday, means more and more younger racegoers are flocking to Tramore. “We’re very fortunate to have a very loyal, long-standing following but we have worked on our social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter we’ve also seen a particularly welcome increase in the 21-35 age category enjoying racing in Tramore,” Sue said. The August Festival opens with the Déise Evening and seven exciting National Hunt races. The fun continues late into the evening with live music in the Inside Track bar where racegoers are invited to mix and mingle with the county’s hurling heroes and their mentors. “Club Déise have a great evening planned in the Festival Marquee and will be welcoming the senior hurling panel as their guests and Brass & Co. will be playing live during the evening. Tickets priced at €50 are available

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directly from www.clubdeise.com,” the racecourse general manager added. An evening National Hunt fixture gets underway on Friday, August 12th. The Festival Marquee is definitely the place to be for all the tips from Tramore’s celebrity racing tipsters. Live music continues after racing with music from No Hot Ashes. Waterford & Tramore Chambers are hosting a summer networking evening in the Craic at the Track marquee the same evening. More information from www.waterfordchamber.com Last year’s style evening was an eye-popping success and this year international model Roz Purcell has been given the tough task of choosing winners this year. €2,500 generous prizes are sponsored by the House of Waterford Crystal and Redlane.ie. Over 50 fashionistas will enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco in the Festival Marquee before Roz announces the winner before the Sixth race. This year’s festival concludes on Sunday, August 14th, with a competitive National Hunt card starting from 2.20 p.m. for the Family Fun Afternoon. Free entertainment is provided during the afternoon which includes the First Class Castles Marquee with loads of fun and games for children, mini Farm and the Taste of Tramore Marquee where the focus on Artisan produce during the Sunday programme will make it an extra special final day, Sue Phelan promised. “This year sees the introduction of the Taste of Tramore Marquee. During the afternoon, racegoers are invited to enjoy cookery demonstrations from Jeni Pim, Jens Kitchen and nutrition talks from Helen Byrne, Help2Health. We encourage people to come along and sample locally produced food from the artisan food producers,” she added. For more about tickets and bookings, log on to www.tramoreracecourse.com

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AS the housing crisis continues to get worse, Waterford City and County Council passed a motion recently in support of using a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to help deal with the crisis. Cllr. Mary Roche, who proposed the motion, pointed out that the Master of the High Court, Edward Honohan, had told the Environment Minister that there is “no constitutional barrier to the State issuing Compulsory Purchase Orders in order to deal with the housing crisis”. She said what Mr. Honohan is suggesting is the State, in the public interest, should be able to purchase tracts of property to help solve the housing crisis. “A lot of the talk about solving the housing crisis is about building houses, but it is a slow solution to the crisis,” said Cllr. Roche. “We can see from our own figures that there are only 33 houses going to tender this year in Waterford City and County, with not much more going to tender next year.” She said at that rate it would take a extensive amount of time to house

people, considering the amount of people who are on the housing list. She also hit out at the number of vacant properties around Waterford saying it is a very serious situation, especially when children are having to be placed in emergency B&B accommodation. Cllr. Roche said if the Council can CPO properties to build roads, then surely they can CPO properties to house families. Her Notice of Motion was seconded by Cllr. Cha O’Neill. Commending the motion, Cllr. John Hearne described the housing crisis as “horrendous” and “very distressing” for families and said it was a “very human crisis” that the government doesn’t seem able to solve. “It is a human right that people should have a home,” he said. He said the Notice of Motion “is the big step that needs to be taken”. Cllr. Joe Kelly hit out at vulture funds and capitalists being able to purchase property in Ireland for discounted prices, yet the most vulnerable in society, such as families with children, were homeless - “We can’t

even put houses under our own people,” he said. He said the State should “absolutely be issuing a CPO if necessary”. “It seems to me that serious questions are needed about the whole set-up of Irish society - where the rich get richer and people who need help are left to fend for themselves,” Cllr. Kelly said. Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said there could be anything up to 250,000 vacant properties in total around the country and said there should be some mechanism to put homeless people into those vacant properties, which would help to address the housing crisis. “In generations to come, people will look back on this era and they will view this whole housing crisis the way we look back at the Famine and wonder why people were exporting food at the time,” said Cllr. Reinhardt. Director of Services for Housing, Ivan Grimes, informed Councillors that the Council are examining vacant properties right across city and county. The Notice of Motion passed with unanimous support from Councillors.

Council looking at acquiring vacant properties to house people WATERFORD Council’s housing team are actively looking at acquiring vacant houses in order to allocate them to people on the housing list in a bid to tackle the housing crisis. Cllr. Jason Murphy proposed a Notice of Motion at the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council, requesting the Council to examine the possibility of acquiring vacant houses, houses in poor repair / semi-derelict state, with a view to quickly renovating them and offering them to approved housing applicants. Cllr. Murphy said a

recent housing agency report stated there were around 230,000 vacant homes around the country, most of which were privately owned, but lying idle, while hundreds of families are currently living in unsuitable or emergency homeless accommodation. Cllr. Murphy said the Council must accelerate the way in which they are tackling this huge social crisis. He said added benefits of the Council acquiring vacant properties includes removing eyesores from communities, and curbing anti-social behaviour and vandalism which are associ-

ated with such sites, as well as rejuvenating the area. Cllr. Murphy said it would “quickly tackle the housing crisis”, and be cheaper than constructing a new housing unit “and it will not be subject to the same hold-ups around planning issues that new builds often are”. Director of Services for Housing, Ivan Grimes said the motion was timely because the Council’s housing team area “actively looking along these lines and we are in discussions with the Department about it”. He noted one word of

caution - that derelict properties would be “significantly more expensive” to repair than other property types which would be considered in a ‘poor state of repair’. He said there can also be “complex ownership structures” in relation to derelict properties. Mr. Grimes said the motion was something the Council is actively looking at and in discussions with the Department about possible funding. All Councillors unanimously supported the motion.

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The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Maeve Quill, Nemeton; Ola Jopek, Park Hotel, and Aisling Ni Fhlaitheartha, Nemeton, pictured at the launch of the Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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‘Cup for life’ scheme proposed to rid the countryside of disposable coffee cups blight By Paul Mooney WATERFORD Council is to ask the government to encourage a ‘cup for life’ scheme in a bid to rid the countryside of the blight of disposable coffee cups. At the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said people who voluntary give up their time to help clean up their community are constantly inundated with empty coffee cups which litter the sides of roads. Cllr. O’Ryan’s motion sought the Council to call on the government and relevant authority to “ban coffee cups and introduce a ‘cup for life’ type scheme, similar to the plastic bag scheme, which hopefully would prove as successful for our countryside into the future”. Cllr. O’Ryan said such a scheme may help to reduce this type of litter on the sides of the roads. Cllr. Seanie Power, who seconded the motion said it was a “good idea”, while Cllr. Jim Griffin who also supported the motion, drew attention to the fact that San Francisco in USA brought in a total ban on polystyrene products (com-

monly called styrofoam). However, Cllr. Sean Reinhardt and Cllr. John Cummins said they couldn’t support the motion. “I’ve no problem with a tax on disposable coffee cups,” said Cllr. Reinhardt. “But carrying around a ‘cup for life’ wouldn’t justify the amount of coffee I drink. “If I was out for a stroll in town and I didn’t have my cup with me, and I wanted a cup of coffee, I’d be disappointed,” he said. Concurring, Cllr. John Cummins said the motion “is not workable”. “I drink a lot of coffee and I always put my coffee cup in the bin. I don’t think everybody should be penalised for the few litter louts who are out there damaging our countryside by disposing of their litter on the side of the road,” said Cllr. Cummins. He said this proposal “would not work in the same vein as the plastic bag scheme”. “When you are going to the supermarket, you know you are going there for your groceries and you bring along a bag,” he said. “Whereas you could be in town and just happen to want a cup of coffee and you can’t get it to take-

away because you forgot to bring your cup. It is not practical and not workable and I will not be supporting the motion,” Cllr. Cummins said. Cllr. Reinhardt queried if the Council has the power to impose a tax on coffee cups - and was told a definite “no”. Responding, Cllr. O’Ryan said while he accepted the points made by the other Councillors, he said this motion was meant for the motorists more than the person going to a café. “A lot of these disposable coffee cups are thrown out the windows of cars,” he said. “With a ‘cup for life’, they could bring it into shops or petrol stations and get it refilled. People said the plastic bag tax would not be workable, but now we see the consequences,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. Cllr. Reinhardt proposed an amendment to the motion - that the Council call on the government and relevant authority to “encourage a ‘cup for life’ type scheme’. Cllr. O’Ryan was agreeable to the amendment and withdrew his original motion in favour of Cllr. Reinhardt’s amendment. The amended motion

passed unanimously. TAX ON BOTTLES, CANS AND FAST-FOOD CONTAINERS Meanwhile, it is understood that the government is considering the imposition of taxes on bottles, cans and fast-food containers. It is understood that briefing notes have been drafted by the Department of Environment for Minister Simon Coveney in relation to imposing such new taxes similar to the plastic bag levy. The plastic bag levy has proved so successful that the money the levy brings in has fallen sharply over the last couple of years. The briefing notes state that new taxes on bottles, cans and fast-food containers would have a ‘twin benefit’ of “positively influencing consumer behaviour” and solving the problem of “diminishing revenues” due to the success of the plastic bag levy and a levy on landfill use, both of which were introduced in 2002. Figures show that the revenue both levies once brought in is falling sharply - meaning there is less money to fund environmental initiatives, anti-litter measures, etc.

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that are bothering the nation, the lumps, bumps, pains, aches, tingling and toilet troubles – whatever is irritating you or your family. This year we will be bringing our Pop-Up Clinic to Waterford's Harvest Festival on Sunday, 11th September. Applications are now being invited for participants. We are particularly

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Wind power helps to drive up electricity bills By Paul Mooney PEOPLE in County Waterford and across the rest of the country will be forced to pay an increased Public Service Obligation (PSO) levy on their electricity bills from October due to the growing costs of support for the wind industry. Last week, the Commission for Energy Regulation announced that the PSO levy will increase for both domestic and business customers by a whopping 20 percent, driving up electricity bills for everyone - even if some people are actively practising energy conservation. The high cost of supporting wind power is causing anger amongst the public, most of whom are against the erection of huge industrial-sized wind farms in their communities. Over the last number of

years, communities across County Waterford have united against plans to build large-scale wind farms and massive overhead power lines. However, there still remains plans to increase the number of wind turbines around the country, which will in turn, very likely lead to an increase in the PSO levy in years to come. More recently, it was revealed that Waterford Council is proposing an additional 150 wind turbines in County Waterford as part of its proposed Renewable Energy Strategy for the next 14 years. The PSO levy increase will apply from 1st October, 2016 to 30th September, 2017. Currently, domestic electricity customers pay an annual PSO levy of €60.09 on top of the electricity bill, while business customers pay €214.50 per year in the PSO levy. Following the increase on 1st October

next, domestic customers will pay €72.28 per year in PSO levy, while business customers will pay €254.16 per year. Larger companies in the pharmaceutical industry / food processing / technology, etc., can expect their PSO levy to increase by at least 23.5 percent. The PSO levy introduced by the government, is collected by ESB networks, transferred to EirGrid, who then distribute the money to generators / suppliers of alternative / renewable forms of energy, such as wind power, small-scale hydro power, biomass, etc. It is understood that the money collected from the PSO levy bridges the gap between the wholesale cost of electricity and the prices guaranteed by the government to the renewable energy suppliers / generators. The CER said the reason for the levy increase on electricity customers

includes an increase in the number of renewable generation plants qualifying for PSO payments (such as wind power). According to a document released by CER, “an estimated 2,814 MW of renewable generation, mostly wind, will be supported by the PSO levy next year” - a 33 percent increase in the generation of wind energy - “hence driving up the levy”. Ireland has one of the highest energy costs in Europe and the increase in the PSO levy will anger many people. The PSO levy increase will also hit businesses, large and small, and could affect their ability to generate jobs. The CER said it does not have discretion regarding the magnitude of the PSO levy and that all issues / legislation / policies etc., regarding the PSO levy “are a matter for government policy and outside the remit of the CER”.

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Waterford Council calls on Egypt to release detained Irish citizen WATERFORD Council has unanimously passed a Notice of Motion calling on the Egyptian Government to immediately release an Irish citizen who was caught up in political protests three years ago. Ibrahim Halawa, who was born in Dublin in 1995 to Egyptian parents, was on holiday in Egypt with his three sisters when he was caught up in political protests on 13th August, 2013. Ibrahim, who was 17 at the time, had just finished his Leaving Cert., when he visited Egypt and has been detained ever since ‘without due process’. His detention has been called an ‘unacceptable infringement of his basic human rights’. His trial in Egypt was postponed last June for the 14th time, until 2nd October, 2016, when Ibrahim is likely to face a ‘mass trial’ alongside 493 other defendants.

Ireland has concerns about Egypt’s legal system in general, particularly in regard to ‘Egypt’s judicial and detention policies, including the use of capital punishment and mass trials, that threaten the rule of law and fall short of international standards on due process’, according to Ireland’s submission during the UN’s Universal Periodic Review of Egypt. At the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Breda Brennan proposed the Notice of Motion, which urges the Council to call on Egypt to immediately release Irish citizen Ibrahim Halawa and ask Taoiseach Enda Kenny to write to the Egyptian Embassy to convey the Council’s views. Cllr. Brennan described the nature of ‘mass trials’ and the lengthy delay of Ibrahim’s trial as “completely inappropriate” and said there was a “lack of evidence” provided against

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FROM FRONT PAGE “There are many businesses who won’t be able to pay their rates because they are down a heap of money due to the works in the Square,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. Cllr. O’Donnell noted two long time familyowned businesses closed recently - Flynn’s Chemist and Seasons Shop. “The works on the Square wasn’t a big help to those businesses,” he said. Originally, work on Grattan Square was supposed to be finished by the end of June, 2016, but at

the time, Cllr. O’Donnell had forecast the work would not be completed in time for the Sean Kelly Cycle Tour at the end of August. “I don’t see the work being finished until well after Christmas,” said Cllr. O’Donnell, a view shared by Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, who say they are preparing for a minimum completion date by the end of 2016 based on current pace. Last week, Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber laid the blame for delays and mismanagement

of the project firmly at the door of Smarter Travel. Following requests made by the Chamber, Director of Services at Waterford Council, Paul Daly, has agreed to get involved with the Smarter Travel project and the Chamber is hopeful that Mr. Daly’s influence and oversight will accelerate the project. It is understood that a meeting is due to take place shortly, between representatives of the Chamber, Smarter Travel and the contractors, with an update on the situation due later in the week.

Ibrahim Halawa. Ibrahim. The motion was seconded by Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald. Supporting the motion, Cllr. John Hearne said it was important to remember the time when both he and Cllr. Fitzgerald were “kidnapped by Israeli forces” while going to Gaza several years ago. “We knew what we were getting into, so we were able to stand up for ourselves,” said Cllr. Hearne. “But for a young lad at 17 years old, being in a horrendous situation for three years - his life is on the line,” Cllr. Hearne said. “They are hanging people over there every other day in Egypt, I believe.” He said it was important that everyone in Ireland demand the release of Ibrahim and hoped the youth gets out and back home to his family quickly. The motion was unanimously supported by all Councillors.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell. RAMP REMOVED Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Donnell said he was delighted to see a ramp which was installed by Smarter Travel at the top of Friary Street has been removed, due to concerns and complaints from motorists. “I’ll be putting pressure on them to remove the extended pavement at the corner of the junction of Friary Street and Emmet Street. That corner is going out too far onto the road and motorists are finding it difficult to make the turn,” said Cllr. O’Donnell.

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Non-closure of 20 metres of road causes festival cancellation By Christy Parker YOUGHAL looks set to have one less festival this year after voluntary community group Youghal 4All has cancelled its annual Food and Mackerel festival amidst failure to secure a temporary road closure for the event. The festival was to take place over the weekend August 12th-14th. The issue is at once ludicrous and mystifying given that the road closure amounts to less than 20 metres of roadway, there is a section of alternative road directly adjacent to it and there has never been a previous problem with a closure. The festival was scheduled for the Barry’s Lane/Market Square town centre, where most Youghal festivals are concentrated. The regional road through the square branches very briefly and conveniently to the left, behind the tourist office, before emerging beyond the festival area. DISAPPOINTING CHANGE According to Youghal 4 All spokesman Adrian Hyde, the group sought to confirm the road closure on July 20th last from the local municipal district office, as per usual. “This time

we were told that Cork County Council would be handling the issue”, says Mr Hyde. “Next day we were given just over 24 hours to submit an engineer’s report, plus €1,500 for advertising, etc., in lieu of the late notice.We don’t mind the regulations” he adds, “but not being given prior notice is very disappointing.” With the requirements beyond them, the group decided to abandon their plans and over 40 stall holders plus several musicians and Glamorous Gran contestants are now being informed. COMMON SENSE It has since emerged that only four requests for road closures were made in the east Cork region since 2014, none of them arising in Youghal.With the same regulations applying to road closures pertaining to multi-thousand attendances as those to small, local events, it would seem that county officials generally trust their local representatives and An Garda to apply common sense when small closures were required. For whatever reason, this did not occur in this instance. They issued us with a further disruption to Youghal 4All’s ambitions,

following the municipal district authority’s refusal to allow them to locate a whale-shaped bench sculpture at Market Dock to commemorate the town’s association with Moby Dick. NOT AUTHORISED Meanwhile local Municipal District officer Helen Mulcahy says it has been “made very clear” to her office that it does not have the status to authorise road closures.“Local arrangements that previously applied cannot apply in this case”, she says. Ms. Mulcahy concurs with East Cork Municipal District Officer Joe McCarthy that the festival could still advance proceed without the road closure. “I cannot stress how much we have tried to make sure the festival went ahead but Youghal 4 All aren’t prepared to negotiate any further”, she adds. However, Mr. Hyde says his group consider that option “too much of a health and safety risk.” The issue us a further disruption to Youghal 4 All’s ambitions, following the Municipal District authority’s refusal to allow them to locate a whale-shaped bench sculpture at Market Dock to commemorate the town’s association with Moby Dick.

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managed by Lismore couple Ken Madden and BethAnn Smith and Ken’s brother Owen. Trained at Ballymaloe, Ms. Smith is head chef at Lismore Castle while the Madden family, who operated a bakery on Lismore’s Main Street in the early 1800’s, nowadays run Lismore’s Summerhouse restaurant. Lismore Food Company manufactures seven flavours of biscuit for the luxury market. Five sweet options consist of All Butter Shortbread, Lemon Polenta, Dark Chocolate & Cardamom, Hazelnut, Cinnamon & Raisin and Golden Ginger & Cacao Nibs. The two savoury products are Caraway with Irish Seaweed and Irish Digestive with Wild Atlantic Sea Salt. Packets retail at €6.50 for 150g (about 15 biscuits). As well as retailing nationally, some flavours are also available at top British stores Harrods, Marks & Spencer, Fenwicks and – since last week - Fortnum & Masons. Other markets include Malaysia, France and Belgian while America is the subject of ongoing negotiations. The seaweed used in Caraway with Irish Seaweed is called wakame and is sourced from Clare

through Wild Irish Sea Veg Company, based in the Burren. “This amazing seaweed combines perfectly with the gentle spice from the caraway seeds to deliver a stunning combination of flavour and taste”, says Beth-Ann.“It has a crunchlike quality and helps to create the perfect biscuit for cheese”, vouches Ken. The full ‘Caraway’ recipe comprises wheat flour, butter (milk), sugar, almonds, egg, caraway seeds, salt and seaweed. The lemon Polenta is made from wheat flour, butter (milk), sugar, polenta, lemon and vanilla. But to paraphrase a Banarama song from 1982, ‘It ain’t what you use, it’s the way that you use it.’ KNOWING YOUR OATS Meantime, Flahavan’s of Kilnagrange Mills, Kilmacthomas received three 2-gold star ratings for i) Irish Organic Porridge Oats; ii) Irish Porridge Oats and iii) Irish Organic Jumbo Oats.The respective observations were thus: i) oats grown locally and to highest standards, specially selected and uniquely milled for a well-balanced and creamy taste; ii) 100% natural, wholegrain porridge oats with a light nutty aroma, double kilned for a richly creamy taste and

wholesome texture; iii) Oats grown locally and to the highest organic standards, uniquely milled for a full-bodied nutty taste and creamy texture. FURTHER HELPINGS In further credit for County Waterford, food manufacturer Trevor Cunningham saw his TCF Foods Ltd also awarded a 2gold star honour. Founded in August 2013, TCF was recognised for its Smokes Dry Cured Streaky Bacon. It was observed that it was “dry cured over a 14 day period and smoked delicately using beech wood.” Meanwhile, Countrystyle Foods Ltd. of Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny but with premises at Grannagh, Carrigeen Co. Waterford, also received two 1-gold star awards for its Sliced Topside Cooked Ham and for its Bio Diversity Honey Roasted Cooked Gammon. Elsewhere, Youghal’s Munster Brewery based in Park Mountain, for Firbolg, its 4.2% bottles amber lager, “malt forward and hop strong.” The Great Taste Top 50 – known as The Golden Forks- will be announced in London on September 5th. Get a flavour for it at www.greattasteawards.co.uk

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Solas Cancer Support Centre launches the 2016 South East “Run and Walk for Life” ON Thursday, 28th July, 2016, at the newly renamed Solas Cancer Support Centre, the annual “Run & Walk for Life” event was officially launched by Mayor Cllr. Adam Wyse. The formal launch was part of the Centre’s Open Day, which gave members of the public, clients, friends and business partners the opportunity to view, first hand, the excellent facilities available throughout the Centre. Mayor Cllr. Adam Wyse thanked the Solas Cancer Support Centre for inviting him to speak at the Open Day and he acknowledged the extremely important work being carried out by the Centre. He also wished the 2016 South East “Run & Walk for Life” the very best of luck in achieving the 2,500 participation target set for this year’s event. Going on to point out that without the huge fundraising efforts by the people of Waterford and the South East it would be impossible for the Centre to open its doors. He finished by asking everyone to become involved with the 2016 fundraising efforts and he looked forward to seeing the Dungarvan service in due course. The Open Day was an ideal opportunity to launch the following: • South East “Run & Walk for Life”, which will take place on Sunday, 9th

Solas Cancer Support Centre volunteers cutting the "5th Birthday Cake". October. There will once again be the option of the 10-mile run or the 5-mile walk, with a combined finishing line in the People’s Park. The Park will once again host the “Fun for Life”. The 2016 event supporters are Beat (Media Partner) and Datapac (Event Partner), with additional support from Agora Publishing Services Ireland. • The opening of a West Waterford service based in Dungarvan. On Monday, 5th September a new support service will open in Dungarvan. This service will be based at The Alternative Health Clinic at 12 Main Street. • The 5th Anniversary of the opening of the Solas Cancer Support Centre in Waterford City. The Centre welcomed its first clients in 2011, having been originally founded in 1999. In these 5 year the Centre has

supported circa 2,500 clients and families in this purpose built facility. • Launch of the new logo and name; “Solas Cancer Support Centre.” Chair of the Solas Cancer Support Centre, Brian Creedon commented, “I would once again like to acknowledge the generosity and continued hard work of the many thousands of fundraisers who annually contribute to the work of the Centre. Without your support we, quite simply, could not open our doors. The fundraising activities, over the last number of years, have meant that we have been able to expand our opening hours here in Waterford and give much needed additional cancer support services. In addition, we realised that our services should reach out to the West of the County and

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I am delighted that on Monday 5th September we will do just that and open a service in Dungarvan. This Dungarvan service will allow more people from the South East to access our support services and negate the need for people to travel from the west of the county to Waterford City.This is a significant expansion for us and we know that the Dungarvan Centre will be welcomed by everyone.” Albert Burke, spoke movingly about his experience as a client of the Centre. He welcomed the expansion of services to Dungarvan and once again reinforced that without the many fundraising events the Solas Cancer Support Centre would not be the success story we read about today. The 2016 South East “Run & Walk for Life” was

Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. Adam Wyse pictured with Brian Creedon, Chair, Solas; Karen O'Connor, Datapac; Lena Murphy, [John Power] Beatfm and Michael Garland, RFL, Solas.

launched by Michael Garland, “After last year’s amazing success story we are already looking forward to staging an incredible event on Sunday 9th October, when the streets and roads of Waterford City will once again be a sea of orange t-shirts.The “Run & Walk for Life” is one of the major fundraising events for Solas Cancer Support Centre and if we could see 2,500 people taking part then that would just be astonishing. The expansion of services is only possible with the generous support of the people across the South East and of course our event partners. Beat and Datapac have once again been very loyal and passionate in their continued support. We look forward to seeing new and returning faces on the streets of Waterford City on Sunday, 9th October. Remember, there are no excuses as you can run 10-miles or walk 5miles, there is a distance and pace for everyone!” Sponsorship cards are available from the Solas Cancer Support Centre, Williamstown, Waterford City, the Beat 102 103 studios, the Broadcast Centre, Ardkeen, Waterford City and all AIB branches in the South East. For further information on the event please call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or visit the website: solascentre.ie The Open Day was also celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Solas Cancer Support Centre opening its doors to welcome clients. In honour of this anniversary a special cake was cut by the team of Volunteers present on the day and shared with everyone who attended. Present at the Open Day were members of the Oireachtas, Seanad, local Councillors, event partners, media partners, Waterford Council officials, business partners, clients, and colleagues. Brian Creedon thanked all the Solas colleagues for their hard work in planning the Open Day, looked forward to the opening of the Dungarvan service on 5th September and seeing thousands of eager participants on the start line on Sunday 9th October. South East Run for Life supported by Beat and Datapac for the Solas Cancer Support Centre.

"Happy 5th Birthday!" from local Waterford children. [John Power]

New Cancer Support Services for West Waterford THE Solas Cancer Support Centre has been in existence since 1999 and based in a purpose built facility in Waterford City since 2011.The Centre offers free support to those affected by cancer, their families and carers. Having looked at the statistics for clients from West Waterford who avail of these services it was identified that these numbers are relatively small. Dr Brian Creedon chair of the Solas Cancer Support Centre explains ‘in the past 5 years we have supported approximately 2,500 clients in total and on reviewing these figures noticed that only 170 clients from West Waterford have used the services. Of these 170 clients the vast majority are from between Kilmacthomas and Dungarvan. We feel that the distance involved is one of the reasons for this low number and made the decision to open a Dungarvan based service’. Based on NCRI stats, 335 people in West Waterford could have a cancer diagnoses annually and this stark figure does not reflect the number of people affected by cancer, i.e. family members, carers and those bereaved. This new service will start on Monday 5th September based in The Alternative Health Clinic at 12 Main Street, Dungarvan. This well known business was founded in 1999 by Orla Casey, an aromatherapist and hypnotherapist, and Kevin Power, a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was the first clinic of its kind in Dungarvan, and in Co. Waterford and the premises was specifically restored and redesigned as a modern clinic of alternative and complementary medicine. ‘We are very fortunately to have found such a suitable, central located premises, that is so in keeping with our services and ethos’ says Clare Shanahan, Client Services Co-ordinator. Clare was attending the Dungarvan Show to raise awareness of this new service and to explain that to start with the service will open weekly on Mondays to offer a range of services including Reflexology, Massage, Reiki, Counselling, Meditation, Yoga, Art Psychotherapy and facilitated support groups. For enquiries please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or e-mail info@solascentre.ie

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New Art Gallery for Dungarvan By Tom Keith ON Friday, 12th August next, Dungarvan is set to add a new Art Gallery to a growing number which are steadily making the town and district something of an artistic Mecca for an ever growing appreciative public. Long time artist and art teacher, Bríd Ní Chionnfhaolaidh has decided to show her paintings in permanent exhibition at 44 Lower Main Street, Dungarvan with an official opening on Friday, 12th August next at 7.30 p.m. This will also be the permanent location for her studio. A native of An Rinn, Bríd Ní Chionnfhaolaidh has been exhibiting her work since the age of sixteen when she sold her first painting for what she considered a very considerable sum. Over the years, Bríd has established her own unique style which is perhaps best displayed in her maritime subjects, particularly in local harbours, landscapes and gentle and wild sea views. Bríd was a co-founder of Aonach na Rinne in 1989, an exhibition of artistic disciplines which ran successfully for almost twenty years. Bríd admits she is fascinated by nature and has travelled extensively in search of nature’s inspiration. She continues to be ‘drawn back to her roots’, per-

haps in an unconscious desire to tap into childhood experience and memories. As she stands before her easel, brush and palette in hand, it is her hope that she will inspire the eventual viewer to join her in this journey. “My work is inspired by my passion for the beauty in nature and the stunning landscapes around me,” she says, with the kind of dreamy look which suggests she is never mentally far away from seashore, mountain or meadow. “The lights and shadows, intricate forms, abstract patterns and colours that abound here, surround me and challenge me as I attempt to capture the essence of my subjects.” It is hardly surprising that her paintings of a maritime theme are her favourites and arguably, her best. They manage to exude a quality which is uniquely Irish. “My seascapes are representations of the places I know and love. I want the viewer to go through the experience with me, to feel the history of the place and to delight in it.” It is no surprise either that in naming her new gallery, Bríd chose a simple item from nature, ‘Nóinín’, the Irish word for daisy. Her new gallery which will be open on Fridays and Saturdays and evenings by appointment, will also offer people an opportunity of seeing and acquiring

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No clear solution to housing crisis IN all of the financial mismanagement, recklessness and lack of attention which characterised pre-crash oversight, perhaps the problem of personal insolvency is the one which is hitting our ordinary population hardest. While people bought the houses of their own volition, paid ludicrously large sums of money for over-priced dwellings, it is the state which has to pick up some of the social tab in the present crisis. It is now accepted reluctantly, that there is a housing crisis, affecting real people and imposing intolerable hardship on parents and children alike. But yet, despite many declarations, the state seems to be half-hearted in its response. In a recent interview on Morning Ireland, the presenter found it impossible to extract precise information on the number of new dwellings the state would provide, or clear details of how people’s distress in the matter of seeking a home would be addressed. Listeners were left with the clear impression that once more the solution to social problems is being left in the doubtful hands of the private sector. It is by no means clear what the role of Local Authorities will be, but there does not appear to be a public authority building blitz any closer. Much of the future provision of homes seems to be from existing houses which are unoccupied for one reason or another. There needs to be greater clarity in this crisis so that those now living in totally unsuitable accommodation can look forward to better conditions, sooner rather than later.

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Irish banks still unsteady Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate

Disappointing weekend weather FOR many people who would have liked a full weekend in which to be in the mountains or on the beach, the weather last Monday played spoilsport. Having enjoyed a period of regular summer weather in the last weeks of July, with raised temperatures well ahead of that which obtained through the so-called summer months of last year, people looked forward to a long weekend of sunny weather. It was not to be and, after a full two weeks when temperatures were in excess of 20c degrees almost every day, it was disappointing to have lost August Monday. This was the last long weekend of the summer and, with Tramore Races, the Rose of Tralee Festival and the Holy Day of the 15th August rapidly approaching, we would like to see some real summer weather before the children go back to school. Despite reasonable weather conditions earlier in the spring and early summer, the timing of the various conditions was not good from a farming perspective. However, the barley is being harvested at the moment and approaching good conditions will help greatly. So, the message from the Met people is to enjoy those fine days which are on the horizon, exercise care and

IT comes as a disappointment to the Irish people that our two main banks, AIB and Bank of Ireland, while stable, do not have reserves sufficient to see them in the event of another possible major financial turndown. Having invested many billions into these and other financial institutions, raising national debt to a level which our children will inherit, it is disappointing to learn that we are not yet out of the financial woods. However, the banks sought to downplay these results in a bid to steady the stockmarket view of them, but it is clear that firm action remains to be taken particularly in the matter of distressed mortgages. The banks have proffered all manner of reasons for their continued poor ratings and argue that the basis on which these conclusions were reached did not properly reflect the long-term status of the institutions. We have been witnessing hardship on a major scale for some years now, as home-owners fall further and further into arrears, lose their homes and have to look to the State for assistance in accommodation. This does not come cheap and it behoves the state to speed up their response to homelessness in the wake of many evictions and more orderly loss of homes. With the world trade situation becoming progressively more precarious with the departure of Britain from the EU, the prospect of the unreliable and unpredictable Donald Trump being elected as President of the US and China, one of the great trading nations of the world, in some financial difficulty as well, we cannot be sure what our economic future will be.

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Waterford Hockey’s bright future Waterford Hockey Club launches new website to co-incide with Olympic challenge ON Saturday, August 6th, the Irish men’s hockey team will be the first field team sport to represent Ireland at an Olympics in 68 years. Whilst qualification will be a tough challenge, Captain (Cork man) David Harte, International Goalkeeper of the Year in 2015 and coach Craig Fulton, 2015 International Coach of the Year, believe anything is possible. The road to Rio for the ‘Green machine’ saw them make history by winning a bronze medal at the Eurohockey Championships

in August 2015, to cement their place among the best in European and world hockey. Waterford and the South East have a proud history of men’s and women’s hockey. Waterford Hockey Club was officially founded in 1934. Its founding members held the inaugural meeting at the Imperial Hotel in Waterford City. Subsequently meetings were held in the Adelphi Hotel nearby. Both of these buildings which were located on the Mall are gone, replaced by the Tower Hotel.

The South East League in the 1950s consisted of club teams from Carlow, Enniscorthy, Bagenalstown, Kilkenny, Waterford, Greenhills (Wexford), Wexford Town, to name a few.

along with Senior Ladies in Munster’s 1st and 4th divisions, while the Men’s team were recently promoted to Munster’s 2nd division. The club provides qualified coaching at Newtown

Jonathan Fletcher coaches Grace Cahill at Waterford Hockey Club Sunday morning Kids Hockey at Newtown school hockey pitch.

Waterford Hockey Club Men’s team players Marcus Notley on the break and team mate Cory Cooke in support at away match against Church of Ireland in Garryduff, Cork city.

Waterford Hockey Club Ladies 1st team players Kristin Farrell with Kirsten Mate Maher in support on home ground. Kristin Farrell is a former Ireland International Senior Ladies player.

Today, Waterford Hockey Club continues to thrive. The club’s membership has reached 300, made up of approximately 130 children training every Sunday, 80 juniors and 90 senior members. The club has teams in a variety of age groups from U-8, U-10, U-12, U-14, U-16,

Secondary School for each of these age categories, from absolute beginners to seasoned players. It also operates a successful outreach schools program ‘Tricks 4 Sticks’ visiting local schools to run introductory hockey sessions with their pupils.

Club star, Ben Johnson was selected to play for the U-16 Irish team at the six nations in Antwerp recently and both Karen Harris Sweeney and Anne Madden also represented their country earlier in the Summer at master’s level. In order to coincide with the National team’s success in reaching the Olympics Waterford Hockey Club has recently launched its new website, www.waterfordhockeyclub.com Anyone from 7 to 57 who is interested in trying hockey for

the first time, or rediscovering it are welcome to come along to Newtown Secondary School where the club trains.The season will be starting again soon and training will recommence in mid-August. Just check out the website for details, www.waterfordhockeyclub.com or email info@waterfordhockeyclub.com The club has sticks and provides fully qualified coaches for all beginners, so please just bring comfortable sports clothes, a fitted gum shield, water bottle and shin pads.

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Exhibiting artists at the opening of the Summer Group Show in Joan Clancy Gallery.

Great night at opening of Summer Group Show in Joan Clancy Gallery DUNGARVAN THE opening of the Summer Group Show attracted a large crowd in Joan Clancy Gallery on Thursday night, July 28th, where visitors were excited by the stunning and vibrant collection of great work on the walls and by the splendid scenery outside. The exhibition which is open daily until August 12th features 2016 Crawford Fine Art prizewinning graduates Emmet Brickley and Cathy Bacon and the talented CCN Art Portfolio grad Noeleen Crossan along with some of Ireland’s most remarkable painters Damaris Lysaght, Rayleen Clancy, Sinead Ni Chionaola, Blawnin Clancy, Ciara Gormley and Katarzyna Gajewska. You won’t be disappointed by a visit to this gem of a gallery overlooking Dungarvan Bay, the Helvick peninsula and the panoramic vista of the Comeraghs and Knockmealdowns located in the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht in Mweelahorna, An Rinn (Ring), between Coláiste na Rinne (Ring College) and the Cunnigar. Joan is extremely knowl-

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McDonald’s celebrates 10 years in Dungarvan By Paul Mooney WHEN McDonald’s first opened its doors back in July, 2006, it was a huge vote of confidence in the town of Dungarvan. Since then, it has gone from strength to strength, and the restaurant and drive-thru, situated just off the N25 at Shandon, is as popular as ever, creating magic moments for their customers, both locals and visitors to the area. Last Thursday, 28th July, McDonald’s, Dungarvan, celebrated its tenth anniversary in Dungarvan, with plenty of entertainment for children, and a cycle challenge to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House at the Crumlin Childrens Hospital. Franchisee owner / operator of McDonald’s Dungarvan, Christopher Pim told the Dungarvan Observer: “It has been a pleasure to be here and the business community and customers have made us so welcome since the day we arrived”.

“I would like to thank all our customers for their continued support over the last ten and look forward to seeing them again for the next ten years and beyond,” said Mr. Pim. The fun and celebrations began at 12 noon last Thursday, with the Audi A1 Beat Fleet from Beat 102103, along with face painters and Ronald McDonald himself, to entertain kids and families. There was a stationary cycle challenge #Cycling4Families to mythically cycle the 197 km from Dungarvan to the Crumlin Childrens Hospital in Dublin, to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charity at the childrens hospital. The 197 km journey which began at 12 noon was completed by 9.35 p.m. that evening. A raffle was also held to raise money for the charity, with plenty of fantastic prizes up for grabs, kindly donated by local businesses in the area. “We would like to thank

everybody who donated prizes and supported the raffle on the day,” said Mr. Pim. Mr. Pim complimented the staff of McDonald’s Dungarvan. “I would like to thank all our amazing crew and would especially like to thank the ten members of our team who were with us the day we opened and are still here ten years later Tommie, Oksana, Tomaz, Jovita, Tomaz, Jean, Yana, Damien, Dougie and Dean. Also special thanks to Donnchadh Fahey who organised the whole day,” Mr. Pim added.

Celebrating McDonald’s 10th Anniversary in Dungarvan with a large 10th Birthday cake are members of staff: Tommie Murphy and Oksana Gucmeryte; Franchise owner, Chris Pim; Ronald McDonald; and staff, Jean Foley and Donnchadh Fahey.

10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday. Monahan takes part in the #Cycling4Families challenge to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charity during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday.

David Tutty with his daughters, Caoimhe, Ailey and Selina pictured with Ronald McDonald during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday.

Kris Liskowski, Floor Manager, McDonald’s, Dungarvan, takes part in the #Cycling4Families challenge to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charity during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday.

Ronald McDonald helps to raise some money for the Ronald McDonald House Charity during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday by taking part in the #Cycling4Families challenge. Included in the photograph are: Gemma Aylward, Audi A1 Beat Fleet, Beat 102-103; Donnchadh Fahey and Jovita Mika, McDonalds, Dungarvan; David Jackman, Audi A1 Beat Fleet, Beat 102-103; and Oksana Gucmeryte, McDonald’s Dungarvan.

Isabella Power has her face painted by Louise Murphy of the Audi A1 Beat Fleet, Beat 102-103, during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday.

Leon Monahan gets his face painted by Pauline Fennell during the 10th Birthday celebrations of McDonald’s Dungarvan, last Thursday.

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Services for Autistic children in Waterford under threat - Butler A COUPLE of weeks ago I learnt from concerned parents that the Specialist Cross Functional ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) team in Waterford was to be disbanded. After discussing this with many parents of children with Autism I decided I needed to bring this to the attention of the floor of Dail Eireann and the relevant Minister Finian McGrath. Transcript of my questioning to the Minister on 21st July: “Minister, autism has been much in the news lately. Last week a report from the National Council for special education said 1 in every 65 school children in the state has a diagnosis of autism, this is much higher than the 1 in 300 estimated 3 years ago. Yet despite that, it seems to be increasingly difficult to get the services that some children need, that is certainly what I am coming across in Waterford. I was recently contacted by several parents of autistic children that access a specialist cross functional autism spectrum disorder team based in Waterford... these parents have learned to

their utter disbelief and shock that this team is about to be disbanded. The autism spectrum disorder team in Waterford have been working miracles with the little resources that are available to them. This specialist approach with cross function teams working together has shown great results Minister. In addition to these teams normal sessions, the team runs training courses for parents which include the “Earlybird” and the “Hanen” programmes. The team also runs a number of workshops including feeding, visuals, sensory processing and sleeping. These training courses and information sessions have been tremendously useful and are invaluable in relation to supporting the parents. It is not easy to hear the news that your child has autism and realise that your life will be utterly different to the life that you expected it to be. Daily life with a special needs child presents many unique challenges. How do you come to terms with the fact that your child has autism? How do you cope and get over the initial shock? This team in Waterford

have filled the void and the support that they are giving to the children with autism and their parents/guardians cannot be underestimated. Minister, I’m sure that you are well aware that children with ASD have considerable difficulty with change. They tend to take a long time to get to know people, places and routines. Anything that upsets this make the challenge they place even more difficult. The parents are shocked that the HSE have adopted this approach knowing the damage that it can and will do. Minister everyone knows that resources are limited, however this is a dedicated team here that are getting great results supporting children and parents on an ongoing basis. The problem in a nutshell is why is consistency being replaced with disruption and why are specialist skills being replaced with general skills. Minister, what is going on here? Why are these services being cut back and how can this be fair? Minister can you tell me that if these children change over under the care of the new Children’s Disability Network teams that there

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Dungarvan Aware Support Group meets at new time THE Dungarvan Aware support group is now meeting at the new time of 7.30 p.m. every Tuesday in the The Deise Day Centre, Presentation/Dungarvan Community Development Centre, Mitchell Street, Dungarvan. Aware support group meetings are a very helpful support for people

Rosemary Carvill Aware’s local Support Group Co-ordinator

who are impacted by depression or bipolar disorder and across the country Aware support groups receive over 12,600 visits each year. The Dungarvan group is free to attend and no referral is needed. Rosemary Carvill, Aware’s local Support Group Co-ordinator, hopes that the new time will be more convenient for local people. She noted that while people can be a little reluctant to try a support group, those who do attend are often very pleasantly surprised at how helpful they find the meetings: “Sometimes people are reluctant to try the support groups – I think there is a fear that it will be all ‘doom and gloom’ or that it will make you feel worse than you already do. But it can

be really helpful to learn from others who have walked a similar path with depression and to look at helpful actions you can take that can make a difference. People might have questions or uncertainties around their experience that they don’t feel comfortable addressing elsewhere, but they can find the space to do that at the group meeting. There’s lots to be learned at the Aware support groups and attending them can actually be really life-affirming.” Aware support groups offer people a safe space where they can talk through particular concerns around depression and learn skills for minimising its impact on their life and relationships. More information on all of Aware’s services is available on www.aware.ie

Waterford appointment to the Board of Higher Education Authority MINISTER for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton T.D. has announced Waterford Institute of Technology’s (WIT)’s Dr John Wall, Dean of the School of Lifelong Learning and Education as one of the appointments to the board of the Higher Education Authority (HEA). The appointments are for a period of five years. Dr Wall, who grew up close to Carlow town, just over the border in Coolenaugh, Ballickmoyler, Co Laois is a son of Rose and the late John Wall. He lives in Tramore, Co Waterford with his wife Marie O'Dwyer, a lecturer in the School of Business at WIT.They have three children, Donal, Diarmuid and Síle Wall. Dr Wall commented: “I am delighted to be a member of the board of the Higher Education Authority at a time when the Authority is presented with a significant opportunity and challenge to lead the development of a redefined landscape within higher education in Ireland.”

Making the announcement Minister Bruton said, “At the heart of what the Government is trying to achieve is to use our economic success to make life a little easier for people. High quality education and training is key to this ambition. I want to ensure that the higher education system equips people with the knowledge and skills necessary to live fulfilled and rewarding lives, and to meet the social and economic challenges facing Ireland.” President of WIT, Prof Willie Donnelly has welcomed the appointment. “I am delighted that John has been appointed to the HEA board. John has been at the forefront of the delivery of education and training programmes to industry and the public sector in the South-East. His PhD work pioneered the use of technology enhanced learning methodologies supporting a more flexible and personalized student experience. He will bring a fresh perspective to the HEA board for the benefit of higher education policy and development.”

Pictured at the WIT 2015 Teaching Excellence Awards are Dr John Wall with his wife Marie O'Dwyer (award recipient), a lecturer in the School of Business at WIT and their three children, Donal, Diarmuid and Síle Wall.

Tallow to make first appearance on Sean Kelly Tour Route! THE Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford is set to visit the West Waterford town of Tallow for the first time in 2016 as part of a change to 100k Kelly Heritage Route on Sunday, 21st August. Participants will now take a right turn in Lismore and then head for Tallow along the N72 and after cycling through Tallow itself participants will take in the R634 (Youghal Road) and climb gradually all the way as far as ‘The Pike’ before turning left and descending towards the traditional 100k food stop at Knockanore Community Centre. All involved are looking forward to visiting Tallow for this the very special 10th year of the event, where a warm welcome is assured with preparations already well under way. THE OTHER ROUTES! The 12k Kelly Spin, 50k Kelly Cruise and 160k Kelly Comeragh Challenge routes remain largely unchanged in 2016. Those wishing to be part of a great family day out, the 12k Kelly Spin at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday 20th August can do so without entering in advance! Entry for this event takes place from 10 a.m. on the day only at event HQ which is in Walton Park, Abbeyside, Dungarvan. This event starts on The Causeway in Abbeyside and takes in Clonea Road, Ballinacourty and the Gold Coast. The return journey is partly on the Abbeyside section of the soon to be opened Waterford Greenway. Entry costs just €2 per person. Cyclists must be over 8 years and as with the three Sunday routes-helmets are essential for all participants. Participants on all four routes can be assured of a few surprises along the way as part of the Sean Kelly Tour 10 year celebrations with organisers hoping to create a festival atmosphere for participants, volunteers and spectators to enjoy. Don’t Delay-Enter Today! Waterford City and

County Council, Waterford Sports Partnership and all the members of the Sean Kelly Tour Committee wish to take this opportunity to remind Waterford people that time is running out to enter and if you want to be part of the action please don't delay and enter today! Just over 1,000 of the 5,000 spaces available remain and they are filling fast even as we speak! The Sunday event is limited again this year to 5,000 riders; the 50k Kelly Cruise is limited to 1,500 riders, the 100k Kelly Heritage Route is limited to 1,900 riders and the 160k Kelly Comeragh Challenge is limited to 1,600 riders. All routes start and finish in Dungarvan. Registration is due to close on Wednesday, 10th August however, if entries reach the limit of 5,000 then organisers will close in advance of this date. So the message is loud and clear to enter today. Please pass this on to your family, friends, club mates, work colleagues etc. to make sure that nobody loses out on the chance to be part of Ireland's Ultimate Leisure Cycling Event right here in your own back yard! Find out more.......... Entry details and route information are available at www.theseankellytour.com. Alternatively you can enter at the Customer Care Desk at the Civic Offices in Dungarvan or Waterford City. E-mail info@theseankellytour.com, call us on 0761 10 2104 or follow us on Facebook. Are you up for it? Go on - get on your bike, and get ready for the Sean Kelly! Pictured in Tallow while planning the arrival of this year’s Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford which takes place over the weekend of 20th and 21st August are Joe O’Flaherty, Tallow Landscaping Committee; James Clancy, Clancy’s Bar and Guesthouse and Johnny Brunnock, Waterford City and County Council. Enter today at www.theseankellytour.com

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Lismore Food Company celebrated at the Great Taste Awards THE Lismore Food Company are thrilled with the news that their Caraway with Irish Seaweed fine biscuit has been awarded three stars (3***) at the Great Taste Awards. The world’s most prestigious food awards are handed out annually to the best food and drink products from over 10,000 entries with only the very finest being awarded the highest three star (3***) accolade. The County Waterford based company headed by Beth-Ann Smith and brothers Owen and Ken Madden are overjoyed with their success at such an important world event. Speaking at the announcement Ken Madden said, “We’re really honoured to receive such a prestigious award for a biscuit that we’re very proud of creating. It’s the ‘Oscars’ of the food world and for our young company to compete with the greatest food producers from around the world and achieve such an accolade

is extraordinary. It enhances our Lismore Food Company brand and delivers further exposure to buyers and consumers everywhere.” Beth-Ann Smith added ‘This delicious biscuit has been some time in the making. We created our savoury range to reflect Ireland as an island and the amazing seaweed from the coastline of County Clare combines perfectly with the gentle spice from the caraway seeds to deliver a stunning combination of flavour and taste.’ ‘When we completed the recipe we knew we had created something really special’ says Owen Madden. ‘It’s the perfect biscuit for cheese – and now the finest savoury biscuit in the world! The company enjoyed further success with news that their Lemon Polenta fine biscuit was also a winner being awarded two stars (2**). The Great Taste Awards celebrate the very best

food and drink products from around the world. Each year over 400 judges taste over 10,000 entries and the only the best products are awarded 1, 2 or 3 stars. Next month, the Top 50 Foods will be announced and at an awards ceremony in London. In September Golden Forks will be awarded to just a handful of products with a Supreme Champion also being announced. The Lismore Food Company comprises three artisan’s who share a story of several hundred years of baking and food retailing. Beth-Ann Smith’s family history in food stretches back to Smith’s Stores, a fine food delicatessen and bakery on Cork’s Patrick Street. Having trained at Ballymaloe Cookery School she is now head chef at Lismore Castle. Brothers Owen and Ken Madden’s family opened a bakery and public house on Lismore’s Main Street

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Proposed Renewable Energy Strategy received 44 submissions A TOTAL of 44 submissions were made on the proposed Renewable Energy Strategy for Waterford (2016 - 2030). Last week, controversy arose over comments made by Director of Services, Lar Power, who stated at the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, that only one submission was received on the proposed strategy. Mr. Power’s comments sparked outrage on social media, particularly from several people who made submissions. At the July meeting of Comeragh

Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan sought a further update on the matter, saying that Mr. Power was commenting on ‘one moment in time’ when he checked the submissions. Cllr. O’Ryan said he was aware of several submissions made by email, including his own submissions. Senior Planner, Jim O’Mahony, speaking at the Comeragh meeting clarified that there were a total of 44 submissions made on the Renewable Energy Strategy. He said a report is currently being drafted on the submissions and Councillors should receive the

report later in the week. Mr. O’Mahony said Councillors will then have six weeks to consider the report and submissions, and the proposed Renewable Energy Strategy will be presented to the Plenary Council meeting on 8th September, next, when it will be finalised for adoption. The proposed Renewable Energy Strategy sets out Waterford’s renewable energy targets until 2030. Renewable sources being considered in the document includes onshore and offshore wind power; solar power; hydro power; biomass; geothermal, etc.

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131 Hilux 3.0 SR5 Crewcab in Platinum Metallic with full size hardtop. One owner with only 65,000kms WAS €29,500 NOW €28,500

141 Rav4 2.0 D4D Luna In Pure White One lady owner with 61,000kms High specification. WAS €25,000 NOW €24,500

142 Yaris 1.4 D4D (Diesel) Luna in Night Sky Black metallic. One lady owner with only 18,000kms. High specification. WAS €16,000 NOW €15,250

'11 Auris 1.4 D4D 5-Door Sport in Barcelona Red metallic with 81,000kms, 16'' Alloys, Bluetooth, Privacy Glass, Air Con etc. WAS €14,000 NOW €13,500

'12 Auris 1.4 D4D Van in Pure White One owner with full service history. 102,000kms. Full VAT invoice WAS €10,800 NOW €10,300

131 Landcruiser SWB Commercial in Ultra Silver metallic. One owner with 163,000kms. Full service history. Full VAT invoice. WAS €29,500 NOW €29,000

151 Aygo 1.0 5-Door X-play + in Electro Grey metallic. One owner with only 7,000kms. Air Con., Multimedia System, Rearview Camera, Bluetooth etc. WAS €13,000 NOW €12,500

'12 Auris 1.4 D4D 5-Door Terra in Ultra Silver metallic. One lady owner with only 50,000kms. WAS €15,500 NOW €15,000

'12 Avensis 2.0 D4D Aura in Dark Steel metallic. Only 61,000kms with full service history. WAS €18,000 NOW €17,000

'11 Corolla 1.4 D4D Terra in Ultra Silver metallic. One lady owner with 125,000kms. WAS €13,000 NOW €12,500

'08 Corolla Verso 2.2 D4D 7-Seater in Pacific Blue metallic. 86,000mls. Air Con, 16'' Alloys, 7 Airbags etc. WAS €11,000 NOW €10,000

'12 Octavia 1.6 TDi Elegance in Light Green metallic with only 61,000kms. Multimedia System, Cruise Control, Climate Control, Bluetooth etc. WAS €16,500 NOW €16,000

'12 Prius 1.8 Hybrid Luxury Automatic in Night Sky Black metallic. Only 67,000kms. One owner with full service history. Multimedia System, Rear-view Camera, Cruise Control. Climate Control, Half-leather Interior etc. WAS €18,900 NOW €18,000

151 Caddy 1.6TDi Van in White. Only 2,471kms. WAS €14,750 NOW €14,500

141 Auris 1.4 D4D Luna in Granite Grey metallic. One owner with only 41,000kms. Full service history. Multimedia System, Rear-view Camera, Bluetooth, Climate Control etc. WAS €19,500 NOW €19,000

132 Corolla 1.4 D4D Luna in Barcelona Red metallic. One owner with 85,000kms. Multimedia system, Air Con. Bluetooth, Rear-view Camera etc. WAS €17,900 NOW €17,500

132 Corolla 1.4 D4D Terra in Avantgarde Bronze metallic. One lady owner with a full service history. Only 65,000kms. WAS €17,500 NOW €17,000

'11 Avensis 2.0 D4D Aura Saloon in Dark Steel metallic with 152,000kms. One lady owner with a full service history. WAS €14,200 NOW €13,000

141 Auris 1.4 D4D 5-Door Terra In Pure White. One lady owner with only 52,000kms. WAS €18,500 NOW €18,000

'11 Corolla 1.4 D4D Saloon Terra `In Night Sky Black metallic with 107,000kms. WAS €13,000 NOW €12,500

142 Auris 1.4 D4D Luna in Avantgarde Bronze metallic. One owner with full service history. Multimedia System, Rear-view Camera, Climate Control, Bluetooth etc. WAS €19,900 NOW €19,500

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Ankle Pain when walking - Tendinopathy Treatment

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By Tomás Ryan, BSc.AHS, Ph. Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles TIBIALIS Posterior Tendinopathy is very often responsible for Ankle pain that is located on the inside of the ankle joint. The Tibialis Posterior tendons role is to help control the midfoot when walking and running. Poor walking or running technique or sudden excessive exercise leads to overload and injury of the tendon. The best treatment technique for this condition is painfree progressive exercise Loading of the Tendon. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS • Pain & Discomfort on the inside of the Foot behind the ankle joint known as the medial malleolus bone. There can also be pain on the medial arch where the tendon attaches to the Navicular bone. • Inability to complete a single Leg Heel Raise due to pain and weakness. • When tested in a clinic there is pain when turning the ankle inwards against resistance • There can be swelling on the inside ankle joint behind the medial malleolis possibly indicating tenosynovitis which is inflammation of the tendon. • Patient experiences pain when pushing off the forefoot (toe region) during walking TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT • Stop all aggravating activities such a long walks or running & replace them with swimming or cycling to maintain your cardiofitness. • When walking, you should land more on your midfoot in a soft contact rather than a heavy heel strike. This helps to keep the tibia or shin bone more vertical and hence reduced tibialis posterior tendon load. Also, focus on shortening your stride when walking. When using stairs focus on keeping your knee over your foot in order to improve Hip & Knee alignment. • Taping techniques to help reduce tendon load need to be applied to the Ankle for a 2-4 week period, the patient will be educated on how to apply such techniques. Alternatively orthotics can be used, but taping is the cheaper option. • Rehabilitation of the Tibialis Posterior tendon can take up to 3 months. Exercises are performed with the ankle taped, initially with painfree isometric sitting exercises with the ankle turning inwards progressing to rubber theraband exercises. Further painfree progression involves double leg heel raises with an outward pulling band to help isolate load in the Tibialis Posterior Tendon. These exercises are complicated and require instructional guidance from your Physical therapist. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy (MIAPT) and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Email: tomaspryan@gmail.com, Contact Number: 0504 26672.

Eurofins Lancastor Laboratories Financial Wellbeing Event EUROFINS Lancaster Laboratories held a Financial Wellbeing event for employees on 19th July at its Clogherane site as part of it goal to promote employee Health, Happiness and Wellbeing. Representatives from local banks were onsite to chat with the workforce about a whole range of options for current accounts, mortgages, savings, deposits, credit cards, personal loans, home and life insurance. As part of the event, prizes were generously donated by the financial institutions involved. Earlier in July John Middleton from The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission conducted a “Money Skills for Life Workshop” as part of this initiative and a copy of the CCPC’s very useful handbook on the topic was generously provided to each employee. Both events were very well received by the employees, many of whom are scientists. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of a global network of laboratories which support the needs of more than 1,000 Bio / Pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Its parent company, Eurofins Scientific employs over 23,000 staff in over 225 laboratories across 39 countries. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories in Dungarvan is growing rapidly – it currently employs over 190 people at its facility in Dungarvan and a similar

number are based at client sites in Ireland and UK through its successful Professional Scientific Services programme. The company is actively recruiting talent to join its workforce both in Dungarvan and at sites across Ireland and UK. It is always on the look out for bright people with a scientific qualifica-

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Waterford car sales up over 26% for first half of 2016 • 162 New car registrations for first 20 days of July +11% (21,525), Light Commercials +25% (2,657) and Heavy Commercial Vehicles +30% (304) • New car registrations in first 6 months 2016 (101,335) up 23% on 2015 • Strongest Growth in Car Sales Q2 2016: Roscommon 37.9%, Leitrim lowest 14.5% • €978.4 Million Exchequer contribution from car sales Q2 of 2016 up 28.5% on Q2 2015 • Commercial Vehicles Q2 2016: Light Commercials +25.6% (18,409) and Heavy Commercial Vehicles +42% (1,789) • Cost of Motoring: Petrol prices down -8.4%, Diesel prices down -12.4%, Price of a new car -3% Insurance Costs up +38.6% • 2016 forecast of new car sales to reach 152,000 • DoneDeal motor ads published Q2 2016 513,305 THE Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) have issued their second Quarterly Motor Industry Review of 2016 in association with DoneDeal. The SIMI/DoneDeal report highlights the strong performance that the Motor Industry has made in the first half of 2016 with the Exchequer collecting €978.4 million in VRT and VAT receipts from new and used car sales in the first half of 2016, which is 28.5% higher than the same period in 2015. Although there has been some deceleration as the year has progressed, the economic outlook is still positive with total car sales forecast to reach 152,000 by the end of the year. The report showed that car sales in Waterford have increased by 26.5% for the first half of the year compared with the first six months of 2015. 2,606 cars have been sold in the county to the end of June, compared to 2,060 for the same period last year. The statistics from DoneDeal in the report

show that 8,020 car ads from Waterford were published on the site for the first half of 2016 and the value of the car ads that were published across the first six months of the year was €65,352,979. Alan Nolan, Director General of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, said; “The figures so far for 2016 are particularly encouraging. Waterford is in line with the national trend of upward car sales this year and this should continue for the rest of 2016. This is giving great stability back to the motor industry in the county and across the country.” The review also highlights that the cost of motoring in general has decreased with the price of new cars down on average 3%, Petrol prices have declined by 8.4% and Diesel prices also declined by 12.4% in contrast the cost of motor insurance is increasing at a significant pace have again increased by 38.6% in the first quarter of 2016. SIMI has raised the

issue of rising insurance costs, which are impacting most on younger drivers and those driving older cars. Jim Power Economist and author of the SIMI/DoneDeal Report said: “Despite the still-positive economic outlook, growth in car sales could be low or maybe even flat in 2017. This slowdown in growth reflects a market approaching, but still lower, than its natural state, after a prolonged period of catch up, but one that is now shrouded in Brexit uncertainty.” Figures from DoneDeal, Ireland’s most popular motoring site mirrored the growth rate seen in the Motor Industry, with car Dealership advertising volumes increasing by 19% in the first half of the year. Cathal Cremen, Commercial Manager of DoneDeal’s Motor Section, said: “It is great to see the Motor Industry achieving growth in H1 2016. At DoneDeal we are seeing

identical growth trends. We now estimate that over 72% of all Dealerships stock, eight years old or younger, are being advertised on DoneDeal’s car section. “The first half of 2016 has seen an increase in trade-ins and the volume of Dealerships subscribing to and advertising on DoneDeal growing by 16.4% year on year. This has been a significant contributory factor in the motor section showing annual growth of over 21% in Dealership sales. There is no doubt that DoneDeal’s partnership with SIMI is also one of the major reasons behind this growth.” The key drivers of new car sales are being driven by the sustained economic recovery, strong growth in employment, personal disposable incomes, modest reduction in personal tax burden and the availability of car finance. View the full SIMI Motor Industry Review in association with DoneDeal visit www.simi.ie/quarterlyreview

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Jail term for woman who ‘led court on a merry dance’ A WATERFORD woman who previously admitted her involvement in a theft spree in Dungarvan, was described as having “led the court on a merry dance” after she was brought before the court on foot of a fifth bench warrant for failing to attend on previous occasions. Lisa Finn (34) with an address at 114 Kilcohan Park, Waterford, was handed concurrent prison sentences

of six months for theft from Care Pharmacy and EuroGiant, Dungarvan, on 18th November, 2014; theft from Eason and EuroGiant, Dungarvan, on 21st November, 2014; and theft from New Look, Lloyd’s Pharmacy and Care Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 25th November, 2014. The accused was brought before last week’s Dungarvan District Court on foot of a fifth bench war-

rant which was issued when she failed to appear at a sitting of the court earlier in July. Her case had been adjourned on occasions to allow her to gather compensation for the shops, but she failed to appear on five occasions. Judge Terence Finn said the accused “has led this court on a merry dance”, pointing out that she has not put together any compensation since the matter first

appeared in Court in February, 2015. The court heard the accused has 11 previous convictions, one of which relates to a similar offence of theft. Judge Finn handed down a sentence of six months imprisonment on each of the theft charges, to run concurrently. Solicitor Martin Lavan applied to have recognisance fixed in the event of an appeal, which was granted.

Public order offence marked as proven A FORMER Cappoquin man who admitted a public order offence had the facts marked proven last week. Shane Power (28) formerly of 1 Riverglen, Barrack Street, Cappoquin, but currently in custody serving a sentence, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act, at the takeaway Kebabish, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 30th November, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Sergeant Mark Allen told Judge Terence Finn that the accused was in an intoxicated state and throwing objects at the counter of the takeaway at 9.20 p.m. on the date in question. He was also observed “banging his head against the counter”.

Sgt. Allen said the accused was shouting and abusive to the staff of the takeaway. He was arrested for the public order offence. The court heard that the accused has 92 previous convictions. Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client is well known to the court. He said his client is currently in prison serving a 12 month sentence and is due for release in November. Mr. Lavan said his client was going through a difficult time in 2015 and doesn’t recall the incident. He said his client believed all matters were dealt with when the 12 month sentence was imposed on him. Judge Finn said he noted the circumstances and marked the facts as proven.

Theft charges marked as proven A FORMER money collector who had a dispute with his employer about commission, and ended up taking the money from customers’ accounts, had theft charges marked as proven, but no penalty imposed, under the provisions of the Probation Act. Declan Roche (34) with an address at 2 Lackendara, Ballinamult, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to five counts of theft of money dated 20th August, 2013, from customers’ accounts with the high-cost money lender ‘Provident’. The court heard at the time that the accused, who worked as a money collector for Provident, had a dispute with the company over the non-payment of commission. He admitted taking the money which spanned a number of customers’ accounts over a period of time. In total, there was €2,081.52 which was missing from customers’ accounts.

The case was adjourned to allow the accused to pay back the money. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor Niall King said his client has fully paid back the money and has no previous convictions. “He is otherwise a man of good standing and is back in employment at present,” said Mr. King. Judge Terence Finn noted the early plea of guilty by the accused and that full compensation has been paid. He also noted the commission based relationship the accused had with his former employer and the difficulties the accused said he had. Judge Finn applied the provisions of Section one (2) of Probation Against Offenders Act on all the theft charges, meaning the charges were marked proven, but no penalty was imposed.

The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Cabrini de Barra, Glor na nGael; Sean Cleary, Dungarvan Credit Union; David and Helen Patmore, Right Start Driving School, pictured at the launch of the Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Report sought on youth found with cannabis on two occasions A COUNTY Waterford youth who admitted possession of drugs on two separate occasions had his case adjourned for a report. The 16-year-old youth, who cannot be named as he is underage, pleaded guilty to possession of a small quantity of cannabis at Bridge Street Apartments, Dungarvan, on 9th December, 2014; and Estuary Heights, Dungarvan, on 22nd March, 2016. He also pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 5th August, 2015.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Sergeant Mark Allen told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí observed the youth in an intoxicated state “stumbling against oncoming traffic” on 5th August, 2015. He said Gardaí found the accused on the grounds of Bridge Street Apartments on 9th December, 2014 acting in a suspicious manner. Following a search, a small quantity of cannabis was found on his person. Sgt. Allen said a Garda patrol entered the Estuary Heights housing estate on 22nd March, 2016 and observed the accused drop a

rolled cigarette. “He attempted to conceal the rolled cigarette under his foot,” said Sgt. Allen. “On closer inspection the rolled cigarette was found to be a cannabis joint. The accused admitted it was cannabis.” The youth has no previous convictions. Solicitor David Burke said his client is on strict bail conditions and there is “a guarded improvement” in his behaviour. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 26th October, 2016, for a further report on the youth.

Donation made to poor box The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Carmel Malone and Laura Walsh, Tinsley Interiors, pictured with Clodagh Corr, [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Park Hotel, at the launch of the Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu.

A DUNGARVAN man who made a donation to the court poor box had a drugs charge struck out. Tyrone Duggan (21) with an address at 7 Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to possession of a small quantity of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Comeragh Crescent,

Dungarvan, on 9th July, 2015. The case was adjourned to allow the accused to make a €200 donation to the court poor box. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was told by solicitor, David Burke, that his client has paid the donation. Judge Finn struck out the charge.

Bench warrants issued A MAN who failed to appear in court last week had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. Kevin Whelan (54) with an address at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, is accused of alleged drink driving (alleged driving / attempting to drive a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant) contrary to Section 4 of the Road Traffic Act, at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 15th March, 2016. There was no valid reason for the accused’s absence from last week’s Dungarvan District Court. Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for the accused’s arrest. A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a Waterford man who failed to appear in court last week. Trevor McDonagh (20) with an address at 9 Anne Street, Waterford, is accused of alleged theft from Murray’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 14th November, 2015. There was no valid reason for the accused’s absence from last week’s Dungarvan District Court. Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant of the accused’s arrest.

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Geological fault line and ‘buried igneous bodies’ found in new survey of Waterford THOSE who watch the skies could not fail to have noticed the regular passing of an unusual aeroplane flying a regular low path across the skies last May. This was the survey plane of a programme called Tellus which is an initiative of the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment. This unique aerial survey of parts of County Waterford was not merely a study of the surface of the area, but its instrumentation could penetrate to a depth of several kilometres for signs of interesting geological action as well as for possible mineral deposits or other underground resources. As a result of this survey, Tellus report that the deeply buried geology of the Waterford region has been revealed in new detail. Complex geology data collected and analysed by the Tellus programme has unveiled island-arc volcanoes, similar to those found in Japan, but which formed some 460 million years ago. What the majority of

people have not known until now is that there is a major geological fault running north-south through the region from Tramore to Mullinavat. This has been uncovered in unprecedented detail. In addition to that, previously unmapped buried igneous bodies were revealed east of Portlaw and offshore in southern County Waterford. While these findings will be of general interest only to the person in the street, they will greatly assist economic mineral exploration, as well as contribute to updated geological maps of the area. Already known for its rugged coastline and rich geological makeup, the latest findings from the Tellus survey shed more light on the Bonmahon region’s copper mining industry which peaked in the mid-19th century. The area is now recognised for its geological diversity and mining heritage by UNESCO in the Copper Coast Global Geopark designation. Taking almost 6 million

geophysical measurements, the Tellus Survey aircraft traversed the sky over eastern Waterford, southern Kilkenny and neighbouring parts of Tipperary and Wexford in May last. A familiar sight to many in the region, the plane flew 6,560 km – the equivalent of travelling from Waterford to Canada and back – collecting data that will feed into Ireland’s first seamless crossborder geo-environmental mapping project which began in 2004. Funded by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment (DCCAE), Tellus aims to have surveyed 50% of the country by the end of 2017 and has plans to complete all-Ireland surveying in the coming years.This latest airborne phase of the survey is a partnership between DCENR and Unicorn Mineral Resources Ltd., an Irish mineral exploration company that co-funded this phase. When launching the survey at the UNESCO Copper Coast Geopark vis-

itor centre in Bonmahon, Minister for Natural Resources Sean Kyne TD said he was very pleased to see the results of this very ambitious survey of the Waterford region by the Tellus team. “The significance of the region for geological and mining heritage is recognised Internationally by UNESCO,” he said “and it continues to attract mineral exploration companies who are interested in the area’s rich mineral potential.Tellus data stimulates investment in areas already mapped across Ireland and we hope to continue to support the mineral exploration industry, the tourism industry and local economies in Waterford and eventually nationwide in coming years”. Koen Verbruggen, Director of the Geological Survey of Ireland thanked the local community at the event. “We’re delighted to have successfully completed the latest phase of Tellus surveying,” he said, “and would like to thank the local com-

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Pictured at the Tellus Waterford Survey results launch at the UNESCO Copper Coast Global Geopark, were from left: Dr. James Hodgson, Tellus Geophysicist, David Blaney, Geologist Unicorn Mineral Resources Ltd. Ray Scanlon, Principal Geologist from Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI), Richard O'Shea, Chief Executive Unicorn Mineral Resources Ltd., Minister of State for Natural Resources, Sean Kyne T.D. and Mairead Glennon, Tellus Project Manager. munity, particularly farmers and horse owners, for working with us to ensure the smooth operation of the low-flying aircraft”. Speaking to Dungarvan Observer after the launch last Friday, Tellus Project Manager, Mairéad Glennon said that as a result of this survey, scientists can now see the much deeper complexity to the geology of this area than was previously understood. “Up until now,” she said, “we have only been able to map the surface rocks of the area, but with the aircraft we can effectively ‘see’ through lots of deep rock and soil. “We can see deeply buried rock structures that

are of interest for mineral exploration. One of those structures is a stretch of buried volcanic bodies which are thought to be island-arc volcanics which we can see also in modern day Japan. “We see a line of those sweeping across the Waterford region up to Wexford and we have mapped those in far greater detail because we can see through the rock that is on top of them. We can see kilometres deep, so they could not have been mapped geologically in this way before.” Previous phases of Tellus have prompted significant International interest in

mineral exploration and provided information for more detailed radon risk maps. The results of Tellus are set to be of particular interest to the Copper Coast Geopark in Waterford where these survey results are set to be displayed. The new airborne geophysical data from this phase and previous phases of the Tellus Survey are available, free of charge to view and download, at www.tellus.ie.The airborne survey team is currently active in Galway and parts of neighbouring counties, alongside the geochemical survey team which is collecting soil samples in the west of Ireland.

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Shovels in Service By Christy Parker WITHOUT assuming the mantle of PRO officer for Waterford City & County Council even for the briefest of periods, it is reasonable to feel that people generally are unaware of the day-to-day work of their local authority. To that end, a summary circulated in regard to road works recently completed and/or ongoing in the Dungrvan-Lismore district to July gives an indication of what may be happening when one is not watching. The council say it has spent 98% of its storm damage allocation and below indicates how at least some of that outlay was expended: Drainage works in R674, Ring, Kilmurray/Carriglea, Coolnagour, Kilrush, Kilmeedy, Ballintaylor, Knocknahoola, Ring, Ardmore, Lisarrow and Mapstown; jet patcher operating at various locations; likewise road sweeper programme proceeding; signage at slipways underway; design nearing completion for R671 Clashmore Bridge; work commenced on Tallow footpaths and also on pedestrian crossing and footpaths in Aglish with surfacing to follow; Lismore Strand dug out; hedge cutting to be conducted where there are safety concerns for road users; signage to be erected where accident locations suggest an ongoing risk; Lismore ice house restoration completed. Further drainage, concrete channels, side cleaning and road repairs have been or will be conducted at Tallow, Ballyduff, Glendine, Knockanore, Cherrymount, Coolishall, Clashmore, Kilgabriel, Ardsallagh, Aglish, Villierstown and Canty. Lining works underway throughout county; road works completed at Camphire/Okyle, Ballyhamlet, Boola/Knockanore and Kilbeggan east; similarly road works completed at Ballycrompane, Monalour/Glentaun and Ballynoe. AMONGST THEIR PIERS The council has also overseen repair work at Helvick Pier, while the tender for a €110,000 repair project at Ballynagaul Pier is near completion. Various projects with Tidy Towns groups are also in progress. A recycling programme for Lismore west is imminent, as are tarmacadam works on the R7 671 Clashmore-Aglish road. Busy bunch all things considered.

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Coast Guard rescues lone yachtsman from upturned vessel THE Coast Guard Rescue co-ordination centre in Dublin last week co-ordinated the successful rescue of a lone yachtsman who was discovered on his overturned yacht 20 miles off the Co. Wexford coast. The yachtsman triggered his Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) which alerted the Marine Rescue Centre (MRCC) in Dublin of his position. The Waterford Coast Guard helicopter (R117) was immediately tasked to the position.The lone yachtsman was spotted sitting on the hull of his upturned vessel and was winched to safety by the Coast Guard helicopter and transferred to Waterford Regional hospital. A Coast Guard spokesman highlighted the importance of observing two important safety rules when going to sea; a capacity to stay afloat if you do fall in the water and a capacity to communicate or raise the alert. This latest incident confirms the importance of these two basic approaches.

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IN WLR's case specifically, it's the youngest of these Waterford entities ….only part of the Deise's fabric since 1989. But over the past 27 years, it has become THE sound of Waterford, broadcasting every major milestone and event in the county's recent history; every puck and kick of every big game over the past three decades. Now, in 2016, with the very best presenters and also the best guests, contributors and analysts, WLR continues to be that voice for people in Waterford and the station they choose for the things that matter to them! On Wednesday last, July 27th, the Joint National Listenership Research (JNLR) figures were released for the period of June 2015 to June 2016. In a major boost to the station, WLR enjoyed its biggest increase in recent years, a jump of 4 points in daily reach. It means the station remains number one in Waterford and also that more people are choosing WLR over the regional and national stations also avail-

able in the county! WLR’s Programme Director; Michael Byrne said: “This has been one of the best results in years for WLR and a great boost for the team. We welcome the new 4,000 listeners who tune in daily and along with our existing loyal audience, we thank them all for the support. The hard work and positive attitude is key in any business and we now have lots of that.” Recent changes to the programme schedule have contributed to this unprecedented increase. In the mornings, Mary O'Neill and Oliver Carroll have proven in less than nine months to be one of the most successful breakfast pairings WLR has ever had, increasing listenership from 7.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m. by more than 25% in their short time on air. Billy McCarthy is enjoying the highest audience ever for 'Deise AM' with almost 19,000 people in Waterford tuning in every day. The award-winning two-hour talk/current affairs show, produced by Jennifer Long, covers stories and issues

affecting Waterford people with contributions and analysis from a fantastic pool of experts like Nutritionist Jemma Kehoe, Dr. Geoff Plant GP and Psychotherapist Eamon Keane. Geoff Harris is always a firm favourite too, and his 'Lunchbox' show from midday - 3.00 p.m. continues to attract more listeners than ever before. Similar to The Big Breakfast Blaa, Teresanne O'Reilly has only been presenting ‘The Drive Home’ for nine months and already the Tramore native has driven figures to new highs. The success continues into the evenings. Ray C proves his knowledge of both music itself and the music scene in Waterford is what people want to hear and John O'Shea's return to The Late Show from 10pm-midnight has resulted in Waterford people switching the dial back to WLR to make John’s the last voice they hear each night from Sunday to Thursday! The WLR weekend shows have long been recognised

as some of the best on Irish radio but are enjoying unprecedented levels of popularity. The Saturday Cafe and The Week with Maria McCann have bigger audiences than ever before and the Saturday and Sunday Jukeboxes with Geoff Harris and Aoibhin Fallon respectively are still the first choice for thousands of radio listeners in Waterford. The weekend nights, meanwhile, are equally as successful. Teresanne O'Reilly has doubled ‘The Saturday Night Takeaway’ audience from 8pm-midnight while the audience for Billy McCarthy's Sunday evening ‘American County’ has quadrupled in the last six months. News and Sport is key to the success of WLR and the team continue to be first with the information from the environs of Waterford city and county. They say bigger isn't always better, but for WLR bigger is definitely better. Pictured are WLRfm presenters enjoying their latest results.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Irish Water urges Waterford homeowners to check their pipes as Draft Lead in Drinking Water Mitigation plan is published IRISH Water is urging all homeowners in Waterford whose houses were built before 1980 to check their internal plumbing for lead pipes. Public drinking water supplies are lead free but lead, which poses a serious health risk, can dissolve in drinking water from internal lead pipes which are common in older homes and buildings. Irish Water is confident that lead piping has been removed from the public water distribution mains but the utility estimates that approximately 180,000 homes in Ireland and hundreds of commercial and public buildings still have internal lead plumbing, including lead service pipes from the water main to the stopcock. Of the homes affected around the country, about 40,000 are thought to have shared backyard (common service pipes) which Irish Water will be targeting the replacement of over the next 5 years. Irish Water is issuing this advice as it launches an 8 week period of public consultation on its draft ‘Lead in Drinking Water Mitigation Plan’ which runs until the 21st September next. Exposure to lead is a known serious health risk particularly affecting young children. In recent decades, lead has been removed from petrol and paint. Since then, Waterford residents have had limited exposure to lead except in drinking water where people with lead plumbing in their

PUBLIC CONSULTATION PUBLIC consultation on the ‘Draft Lead in Drinking Water Mitigation Plan’ will run for 8 weeks from Wednesday 27th July until 21st September, 2016 during which time the draft Plan and associated environmental reports are available to view online any time at www.water.ie/lead and during working hours at the planning counters of the Local Authority offices. Comments and feedback can be sent to Irish Water by 5pm on 21st of September by email or post as outlined:- Email: lead@water.ie; Post: Lead Public Consultation, Irish Water, Colvill House, 24-26 Talbot St, Dublin 1.

home can be exposed to low concentrations of lead as it dissolves in drinking water passing through lead pipework on its way to the tap. Because of the known health risks, the limit for lead in drinking water has been reduced to a very low level in EU Drinking Water Regulations (10 parts per billion). Sampling by Irish Water has shown that this limit can be exceeded (in some cases significantly) where water flows through lead pipes. The Health Services Executive has advised the public (HSE Lead FAQs May 2015) that because lead affects the developing brain, the risk from lead exposure is greatest for young children, infants and babies in the womb. Bottlefed infants are most affected by lead in drinking water, because for the first 6 months of life, all of their food comes from formula made up with drinking water. Children and infants absorb more lead than adults. Public side pipework, as far as a property boundary,

is the responsibility of Irish Water but all pipes within the property boundary including those in the home are the responsibility of the property owner, except for those 40,000 served by common backyard mains where responsibility is shared. The best and most effective way of dealing with lead in drinking water is to replace all lead pipes and Waterford homeowners should seek the advice of a plumber if they are unsure what material the pipes in their home is made from. The Department of the Environment has established a grant scheme to assist low income households to replace lead pipes. Jerry Grant, Managing Director of Irish Water, commenting on the launch of the public consultation said; “Irish Water has today published the first plan to reduce the risk to public health from lead dissolving in water passing through old lead pipes. This plan is the result of major surveys of the issue, review of international

practise, consultation on the issues with key health, environmental and other stakeholders. The plan includes much more widespread sampling (already underway) which is used to inform the public of the risk and help prioritise Irish Water actions. Irish Water is now targeting 35,000 random samples of water quality annually compared with 3,000 previously. Drinking water produced at our plants is lead free and we have already replaced all lead water mains in the distribution system. We have also started a programme to replace any remaining lead service connections, these are the short pipes that connect the watermain to property boundaries prioritising common or shared backyard service pipes. The greatest risk remaining from lead in drinking water is therefore arising on private property from internal plumbing,” Jerry Grant explained. Outlining the options available to Irish Water to assist the public in reducing

the health risk from lead pipes Jerry Grant added, “While full lead replacement is the best option, this has taken decades in other countries. For that reason, and following the experience of other countries who have addressed this problem much earlier than Ireland, we have identified an option to treat the water at the treatment plant in order to reduce the risk. A food grade product called orthophosphate can be added to drinking water at our plants to coat old lead pipes in people’s homes and reduce exposure and consequent health risk until the pipes are replaced. This option is extensively used in Britain, Northern Ireland and widely across North America. Before Irish Water can commence this practice in Ireland it is obliged under environmental legislation to consider the potential impact on the environment. This will involve individual assessment for each Irish Water supply. The ‘Lead in Drinking Water Mitigation Plan’ is Irish Water’s contribution to the overall national strategy for lead pipe removal. We are now asking members of the public to look at the plan and give us their feedback on our proposed approach. In the meantime, we are also urging all property owners in Waterford, especially those with young children, to check for lead pipes and to have them replaced if at all possible.”

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

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Molly and Sarah Dalton. [John Power]

Scéal suas dáta faoi fógra uisce fiuchta ar Scéim uisce An Rinn Heilbhic I nDIAIDH comhairle ón HSE, Uisce Éireann agus Comhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge eisigh Fógra Uisce a Fhiuchadh ar chuid de Scéim Soláthair Uisce An Rinn /Heilbhic, mar bheart réamhchúraim, ar an 15 Iúil. Bhí imní go bhféadfadh an próiseas díghalraithe baol a chuir ar chuid den soláthar uisce a bhaineann le 350 teaghlach. Tá Uisce Éireann ag leanúint ar aghaidh le monatóireacht agus sampláil ar an soláthar uisce agus ag tabhairt sraith beart chun gur féidir leis an fógra fiuchta uisce a ardú chomh luath agus is féidir. Tá sé bearthaithe: • Chomhlaí agus hiodraintaí breise a chuir ar an solathair chun gur féidir glanadh uisce níos éifeachtaí a deanamh sa líonra chun

fheabhsú ar an cháilíocht uisce; agus • Tógáil píopaí chun nascadh leis an soláthar Uisce ag Crós Roibeard in aice láimhe chun roinnt custaiméirí a sholáthar as an scéim seo. Mar thosaíocht, tá Uisce Éireann ag obair ar Soláthar Uisce An Rinn/ Heilbhic chun píopaí nua a chuir in ionad na príomhlínte iarainn atá ann cheana féin. Beidh comhairliúchán rialto againn leis an HSE ar an gceist seo ach tá Uisce Éireann ag súil go mbeidh an fógra fiuchta uisce i bhfeidhm ar feadh sé seachtain eile ar a laghad. UPDATE ON BOIL WATER NOTICE IN PLACE ON RING HELVICK WATER SUPPLY SCHEME Following advice from the HSE, Irish Water and Waterford City &

County Council issued a Boil Water Notice on a section of the Ring Helvick Water Supply Scheme, as a precautionary measure, on 15th July. There were concerns that the disinfection process may have been compromised on a section of the supply affecting 350 households. Irish Water is continuing ongoing monitoring and sampling of the water supply and is undertaking a series of measures to enable the lifting of the boil water notice as soon as possible. This involves: • The installation of additional valves and hydrants to allow for more effective flushing of water in the network improving water quality; and • The construction of a section of pipework which will link to the nearby Robert’s Cross Water

Supply, allowing a number of customers to be supplied from this scheme. In addition Irish Water is progressing work to replace the existing sections of cast iron mains in the Ring Helvick Water Supply as a priority. Regular consultation with the HSE will continue on this issue but Irish Water anticipate the boil water notice will be in place for at least another six weeks. Irish Water appreciate the inconvenience caused as a result of the Boil Water Notice and we wish to apologise to all customers affected. We will continue to keep local residents and councillors updated on these works and our efforts to enable the lifting of the boil water notice as soon as possible.

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Eve and Lucy Mulhall. [John Power]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

K n o w Yo u r R i g h t s Pre-school education for children with disabilities Question: My child is almost three years old and has a disability. Will he be able to access the free Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) year? Answer: Yes, he will. A new programme – the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM) – was launched on 15th June, 2016 for enrolments in September 2016. AIM ensures that supports are available for children with special needs so they can fully benefit from the free pre-school year in mainstream preschools. AIM is a child-centred model, involving seven levels of progressive support which offer tailored, practical supports based on the needs of the child and the pre-school provider. It does not require a formal diagnosis of disability. Levels 1–3 provide universal supports designed to promote and support an inclusive culture in pre-schools. If a pre-school provider and a parent think that additional support may be needed to meet the needs of a particular child, they can apply for additional targeted supports under levels 4–7 of the model. These targeted supports include expert early childhood care and educational advice and mentoring (level 4), specialised equipment, appliances and minor alterations (level 5), therapeutic supports (level 6) or additional capitation to fund extra assistance in the ECCE pre-school room (level 7). You access AIM supports through your pre-school service provider. If you have not identified a suitable pre-school for your child, your local City or County Childcare Committee will be able to help you. When you have identified a pre-school for your child, your service provider will consider, in consultation with you, what supports may be needed to ensure that your child can participate fully in pre-school. Applications for supports under AIM are made by the service provider via the Pobal website. Pobal are the current administrators of the ECCE programme so your service provider will be familiar with the Pobal website. The application process is now open and will remain open throughout the year. For advice and support from the Early Years Specialist Service (Access and Inclusion) you can contact (01) 511 7222 or e-mail: onlinesupport@pobal.ie Further information is available from the Citizens Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlon Yard, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Pictured at Sallyfort Farm, Stradbally, Co. Waterford where proprietor Dermot O'Brien presented a cheque for €4,190 to Waterford Hospice Fundraising Manager, Marie Cummins. The cheque total was raised at a Waterford Hospice Fundraising event held at the farm on Saturday, 9th July where local bands, disco, BBQ and many other family friendly activities took place. The night was a huge success with hundreds of people attending. Dermot said that he was delighted with the response and told Marie Cummins from Waterford Hospice that he was thrilled to host the event and that the work she does and Waterford Hospice in general was greatly appreciated. He said he also liked to thank the many sponsors who so kindly donated and helped out on the night. Fair City actor Michael Sheehan (Dean) was in attendance on the night and proved a great hit with everyone present. Also pictured in the photo are Mary Butler TD, her daughters, Jane and Jenna Butler along with Dermot's wife Pearl O'Brien and children, Barry, Donnchadh and Seán O'Brien. [Noel Browne]

Blackwater Distillery triumphs at the 2016 International Wine and Spirit Competition WATERFORD based Blackwater Distillery has won four major awards at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London. The Cappoquin company’s flagship Blackwater No. 5 Gin won Silver Outstanding in the Gin & Tonic category and Silver for Best Gin. And there was more good news for their recently released Blackwater Juniper Cask Gin, landing a Silver Outstanding award. This is the gin’s second trophy, as earlier in July it won Gold at the Global Spirits Master. Commenting on this year’s awards, distiller Peter Mulryan of Blackwater Distillery said: ‘This is a great result for us; the IWSC is one of the world’s most prestigious competitions while the Global Spirits Masters pitted us against the best in the world; for us to take home so many awards is incredible.’ The company’s fourth award at the IWSC was Bronze for packaging. All of

Blackwater Distillery’s branding and packaging is designed and produced in County Waterford. ‘This really is a great win for the County and shows just how much talent there is in Waterford,’ said Mulryan. Blackwater Distillery’s labels are printed by EC Labels, while the design work is carried out by Passion for Creative. Jill Hinks Creative Director at Passion for Creative said: ‘We are delighted with the news, this is teamwork at its best. Creating a head-turning brand is very satisfying and doing so in Waterford is even better.’ This week Blackwater No.5 Gin was also been shortlisted for Best Spirit at the 2016 Irish Quality Food Award. Blackwater Distillery is based in Cappoquin Co. Waterford and is the only distillery producing gin in the county. It is currently raising capital for expansion via the Government’s Business Expansion Scheme.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Cad a dhéanfaimid feasta gan porter! Not good for the people IT would appear that where alcohol is concerned, it is still a high priority where large public events are concerned. According to press reports, the Kilgarvan Show in County Kerry was at risk of not having its usual bar this year, mainly, it appears, because Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed was to be in attendance and the Gardai wished to confirm that every aspect of the alcohol sales was in legal order. It appears that a liquor licence to allow alcohol be sold from a tent at the rear of a public house had not been sought and now, on Sunday morning, hours from opening, with the Minister coming, there was a possibility that the Show bar could not open. With the Minister coming, Gardai were anxious that all be in legal order, which it turned out not to be. There was consternation in the village and especially among the Show Committee that the absence of the extended bar in the yard of the pub would spoil the atmosphere and deprive attendees from having their usual drink. Enter knight in shining armour, Deputy Michael Healy-Rae who intervened and with the co-operation of the Gardai, Judge James O’Connor conducted a special sitting of the District Court in Killorglin and granted the necessary licence. The collective sigh of relief from the Show Committee, patrons of the Show and the people of Kilgarvan could be heard as far away as the Cliffs of Moher and, in due course, the tent for beer and drinks was installed in the field behind Reilly’s Pub in the village. The show was later officially opened by Minister, Michael Creed, who had no need to

blush that he might be entering a shebeen. The Irish Times last Monday could report, without a hint of a blush, or a smile about its mouth, ‘that the show, now in its 32nd year, discovered at the weekend that due to some mix up the liquor licence was not in place’. Kilgarvan Show chairwoman Helen O’Sullivan said “only for Mike Rae” they would have been in despair and were preparing to call the whole thing off. “The Minister was to be here and we thought we would have to close down.We were going to call the whole thing off,” she said. “Our hero is the judge. We can’t thank him enough,” she said of Judge O’Connor. “Only for Mike Rae too,” Ms. O’Sullivan said, adding, the committee in a panic had approached the TD. She said gardaí did their best for them too. It must be an Irish phenomenon that a whole day’s Agricultural Show would have to be called off, not because there would be no drink in the village, but that an extension in the field behind the pub was not granted. It mirrors the famous report in the early days of Morning Ireland when the legal alcohol level for drivers which might have prevented people from driving to the pub, was reduced. “We’re prisoners in our own homes”, trumpeted the irate rural drinker and representative of a rural organisation, without blinking an eye and quite unaware of the irony of his claim. Verily, there are some events and traditions in Ireland which just cannot survive without the presence of alcoholic drink.

IT is difficult to know at times just what makes the public service tick. The accusation is often made that those who operate within it are not in contact with the real world. For the most part, this is not true, but occasionally an incident comes along which suggests that the interests of the public are not top of the list or indeed, making life a little easier for community activists may not be first priority. Such seemed to be the case in Youghal where the local organisers of a summer festival feel they had to cancel their event as they claim they were unable to get a roadclosing permission to accommodate their festival activities. This is according to a report by Christy Parker in The Irish Examiner this week, which goes on to say that Youghal 4 All, a community group, ‘has organised an annual food and mackerel festival in the east Cork town of Youghal for the past six years’. The report says the organisers claim that the cancellation is due to “a sudden change” in local authority procedures. The event was scheduled for the Market Square on August 12th–14th. Traffic is generally diverted from a regional road through the square onto a parallel roadway, behind the tourist office. In June, the group was permit-

ted a similar route closure, after giving its usual advance notice to the local municipal offices. Youghal 4 All spokesman, Adrian Hyde, says that on July 20 the group sought to confirm the road closure with the local county council office. “But we were unexpectedly referred to Cork County Council,” he said, “who gave us until Friday 22nd to submit an engineer’s report, a traffic management plan, and €1,500.” That was just two days to get that much administration completed. Public bodies often hesitate to say ‘no’, but make conditions difficult, if not impossible, instead. The Examiner reports that normally, such an application would take several weeks. Unable to meet the requirements and rather than reposition the event beyond the tourist season, the group abandoned it. The cancellation may cost the local economy hundreds of thousands of euro, while 40 food and merchandise stallholders, musicians, and Glamorous Gran competitors will have to make alternative plans. A freedom of information request details the lodgement of only four road closure applications for east Cork in 2015/’16, and none of these concerned Youghal.

Ballyduff Community Care outing to Griffin's Garden Centre, Dripsey, Bandon, and Kinsale pose for photo at Beal na mBlath on Saturday, 30th July last.

Mr Hyde says his group’s gripe is “not with the regulations, but with not being pre-warned of the new approach, especially having not met any problems a month earlier.” However, officials in the local county council offices said the festival could have proceeded without a road-closure order. Mr. Hyde disputes the suggestion and said it would be a public risk. But one official insisted the council “did everything to ensure the festival went ahead”, indicating the Youghal 4 All group was not prepared to negotiate any further. The official said: “Local arrangements that previously applied cannot apply in this case. “It was made very clear, we are not the roads authority and that we have no authority to close or open a road.” The official said if Cork County Council “had been notified well in advance,Youghal 4 All wouldn’t have found themselves in this situation.” Maybe the key to the problem was the transfer of decision making from local offices to county headquarters as a result of the abolition of Town Councils. Score one more for Phil Hogan’s assault on democracy.

[David O’Flynn]

IN MEMORIAM

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

In Memoriam CORBETT (25th anniversary) – In loving memory of Margaret Corbett, late of Upper Curragh, Ardmore, who died on 4th August, 1991. R.I.P. While she sleeps, In peaceful sleep, Her memory we shall, Always keep.

–Never forgotten by her loving son John.

CLIFFE (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear husband Jim Cliffe, late of Knockboy, Ballinamult, who died on 9th August, 2012. R.I.P. No matter how I spend my days, No matter what I do, There is a longing in my heart, For yesterday and you. Remembering you is easy Jim, I do it every day, But missing you is a heart ache, That never goes away.

–Sadly missed by your loving wife Margaret. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 6th August, at 7.30 p.m., in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Touraneena. CLIFFE (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dad Jim Cliffe, late of Knockboy, Ballinamult, who died on 9th August, 2012. R.I.P. I can’t tell you Dad, How many tears I’ve cried, Since the day I was told, My precious Dad had died. It seems so impossible, Although I know it’s true, As everything I see around, Reminds me of you. I can still hear your laughter, And see your smiling face, I would have lost my sanity, If not for God’s saving grace. I have to close this letter now, But this is not goodbye, For you will forever be with me, In my heart and mind.

–Always remembered and sadly missed, your daughters Marian, Teresa, Sharon, Fiona; grandchildren James, Gemma, Dean, Rebecca, Rachael and Adam, XX.

–Always remembered by his brothers Maurice, Michael, Nicholas and their families.

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RYAN (7th and 16th anniversaries) – In loving memory of the late Bridget Ryan whose 5th Anniversary occurs on 24th August, and Denny Ryan whose 14th Anniversary occurred on 15th July, both late of Ballymarket, Dungarvan. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Kilrossanty Church on Sunday, 7th August, at 10.30 a.m. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts ye will always be.

–Sadly missed by your loving brother Oliver and sister-in-law Mary (Coffey).

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MOLONEY (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband John Moloney, late of Springmount, Dungarvan, who died on 7th August, 2006. No length of time can take away, My thoughts of you from day to day, Though absent you are very near, Still missed and loved, still very dear. Loving you always, Forgetting you never.

–Sadly missed by your loving wife Peggy. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 6th August, at 11 o’clock in Kilgobinet Church.

Good was his heart, in friendship sound, Loved and respected by all around, A beautiful life came to an end, He died as he lived, everyone’s friend.

–Never forgotten by your friend Alan.

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FITZGERALD (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of our beloved son Seán, late of Knockalara and 5 Kilrush Park, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 6th August.

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Roads Dept, Waterford City & County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford. Submissions or observations with respect to the proposal to declare the road to be a Public Road may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, HR and Emergency Services, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 1pm on 14th September 2016. MORONEY (34th anniversary) – In loving memory of Joey Moroney, late of Coolnasmear, who died on 8th August, 1982. Will those who think of Joey today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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DUNFORD (6th anniversary) – Fond memories of my brother James Dunford, late of Plymouth, Devon, and St. Brigid’s Terrace, Dungarvan, who died on 8th August, 2010. R.I.P. –Sadly missed by your brother Ted and family. F.M.P.

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DUNFORD (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of James Dunford, late of Plymouth, Devon, and Saint Brigid’s Terrace, Dungarvan, who died on 8th August, 2010. R.I.P. –Sadly missed by his loving wife Jan.

–Deeply missed and always loved, Dad, Mam, Michéal, Ivan, Genette and Neil.

Gone from home that smiling face, Those cheerful happy ways, The heart that won so many friends, In bygone happy days.

We speak your name with love and pride, We smile through tears we cannot hide, Death does not part us or distance divide, Each day of our life you walk by my side. Thank you for the years we shared, The love you gave and the way you cared, Look after him Lord as he takes his rest, He was our father and one of the best.

–Always missed today and always, your wife Ellen and family.

SEÁN You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, Though we cannot see you, You’re always at our side, Your life a beautiful memory, Your absence a silent grief.

COMYN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of John Comyn, late of Mahonbridge, who died on 11th August, 2009. R.I.P. Family Mass will be offered.

HOULIHAN (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Sean Houlihan, late of Feddans, Rathgor-mack, whose Anniversary occurs on 6th August.

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Acknowledgement † THOMAS FENNELL

“Monkeal,” Clonea Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Who died on 7th August, 2015 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On the First Anniversary of the death of Thomas Fennell, “Monkeal,” Clonea Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, his family wish to extend sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who supported us at that sad and difficult time. His loving wife Helen, his daughter Caroline, son-in-law Alan, Step-grandchildren Lisa and David and great grandchildren, join together in thanking all who attended the Funeral Mass and burial and those who sympathised through letters and cards. We are very grateful to long standing neighbours, friends and the broader family who were such a source of comfort and support to us all. To the staff of St. Vincent’s Hospital who were especially kind to Thomas in his final week, which he spent there, we express particular appreciation. We would also like to express deep gratitude to Dr. Tom Higgins for his care, professionalism and great kindness to Thomas over many years as his Doctor and personal friend. To the Medical and administrative staff at Strandside Medical Centre, thank you for your help and courtesy. Thomas was an enthusiastic member, and past President of the Gold Coast Golf Club, and officers and members of the Golf Club marked his passing with a guard of honour at the Church. This was very much appreciated by the family. We are grateful to Fr. Doherty who so eloquently celebrated his Funeral Mass, assisted by Fr. Fives, with music beautifully provided by Dina Walshe. To Drohan Brothers, Funeral Directors, for their excellent and caring service. We trust that this acknowledgement will serve as a token of our appreciation to everyone and the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on Sunday, 7th August, 2016, at 9.30 a.m.

Ní Riada to become Patron of Communities Creating Jobs scheme SINN Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada has signalled her intention to become a patron of the Communities Creating Jobs scheme, which is spearheaded by the Co Waterford based Dunhill Rural Enterprises. Ní Riada gave the undertaking at a meeting with the management of the social enterprise in Dunhill last week. She was in Waterford to meet with a number of community and voluntary initiatives along the Copper Coast with local Councillor Declan Clune. Speaking in Dunhill, Liadh Ní Riada said: “It was fantastic to visit the impressive and vibrant centre that the community of Dunhill have built up. I was particularly impressed by the number of training courses available and the amount of successful start-ups that have grown and developed in the Enterprise Centre. “It is a credit to the people of Dunhill, to the

entrepreneurs and to the leadership team who have guided the project over the decades. Villages like Dunhill and rural communities all over Ireland are at risk from emigration, closure of services, and lopsided economic development that draws people and resources to the big urban areas. “Community resourcefulness and co-operation is the antidote. The multiplier effect of social or community enterprises cannot be overlooked. Every euro invested in a community pays back a much bigger dividend, and crucially the money stays in the community. “I was delighted to be asked to support the Communities Creating Jobs (CCJ) initiative by becoming a patron. This project has its genesis in the experience and expertise of those involved in Dunhill Rural Enterprises, and not

Dr. Senan Cooke, MEP Liadh Ní Riada, Cllr. Declan Clune and Seamus Goggin at Dunhill Rural Enterprises Ltd. least its secretary Dr. Senan Cooke. Through an integrated and co-operative approach the CCJ empowers communities across the whole of Ireland to create quality and sustainable jobs. Its goal is to facilitate the creation of 10 jobs in every community, and a total of 20,000 jobs nationwide by 2020. “Balanced economic growth, the protection of our rural communities, and the provision of quality jobs

in all parts of Ireland will not be delivered by this Government. It is up to communities to work together to ensure a balanced and fair recovery. For my part I will continue to lobby for LEADER funds to be released by Government, and for wider access to EU funding and finance for the social economy sector. My office can be contacted on 021 451 8986 or by email to liadh@sinnfein.ie”

† TOM MASON 25 Ridgewood, Whitebarn, Youghal, Co. Cork and formerly Ballycurrane, Clashmore, Co. Waterford. Died: 7th August, 2015 First Anniversary and Acknowledgement On the First Anniversary of the death of Tom Mason, Mairead, Carmel, Fiona and extended family would like to thank everyone who sympathised with us on our sad bereavement. All who supported and comforted us in Dad’s final days in Marymount Hospice, who called to the house, attended the Rosary, Funeral Mass and burial; those who sent Mass cards, words of sympathy, flowers and those who travelled long distances to be with us. To our great neighbours, family and friends for their help, support and kindness. A most sincere thank you to Dr. Seamus O’Reilly and his team in Cork University Hospital; the staff and Community Nurses of Marymount Hospice, especially Mary O’Dowd; the Late Dr. Joe Meehan and his staff at Ardmore Health Centre; Carol Barry, Public Health Nurse, who cared for Tom throughout his illness. A special thanks to Fr. Pat Corkery who attended the Rosary and Fr. Pat Corkery and Fr. Maurice O’Gorman who celebrated the Requiem Mass. Also thanks to the Sacristan, the Altar servers, Liam Dalton who sung at the Funeral Mass and at the graveside and the gravediggers. Thanks to Colin Bulman, Pat and Billy at Egan’s Funeral Directors, Youghal, for their attention to detail and professionalism. Liz Salmon and staff of the Old Still Bar, Clashmore, who provided refreshments after the burial. It would be impossible to thank so many individually, but we hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our grateful appreciation and sincere gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. Tom’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 7th August, 2016, in St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore, Co. Waterford, at 11.00 a.m. If we had all the world to give we’d give it, yes, and more. To hear his voice, see his smile and greet him at the door. But all we can do dear father is go and tend your grave. And leave behind, tokens of love to the best Dad God ever made.

–Always remembered and sadly missed by your daughters Mairead, Carmel and Fiona; son-in-law Mike and grandchildren Ryan, Dylan, Ellie, Dale, Leah and Amy.

The members of the Cuil Cheoil weekly cabaret in The Park Hotel are: front from left: Joseph O’Keeffe, Sarah O’Gorman, Sophie Dunford, Shannon Kearney, Evin Hyland and Eddie Flavin. At back: Daniel O’Keeffe, Saedbh O’Donovan, Clodagh Kelly, Claire Fennell, Niamh Fennell and Ross Lonergan.

Cuil Cheoil earn Gig Rig slot at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann PICTURED above are the members of the cast of the Cuil Cheoil Traditional Cabaret which is held each Tuesday night in The Park Hotel commencing at 8.30 p.m. This is a very talented group, many of whom have won competitions and awards both nationally and internationally. Cuil Cheoil is based in Coolnasmear where many aspiring young traditional entertainers learn their skills through the Winter classes. Many have gone on to great success on

many stages in Ireland and abroad. The big news this week is that the Cuil Cheoil group has been allocated a prime slot on the Gig Rig at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann on the Friday night. Their 9.00 p.m. time ensures they will have a major crowd to entertain. This will not be a problem for, while many of this group may be young, they are highly experienced and thrive in front of large audiences.

It is appropriate this year that in their weekly show the group should acknowledge our special national occasion, the Centenary of the 1916 Rebellion and much of their material traces the events leading up to the momentous events in the streets of Dublin a hundred years ago. The arrival of the Vikings; the dreadful national experience of the Famine; the effects of two centuries of emigration; the Fenians and the Rebellions

of 1848 and 1867. Many of the iconic moments in our history are remembered in song, recitation and music, with special contribution from Joe Power recalling the awful depiction of Ireland in Punch magazine. Tuesday night would not be the same without this hour long cabaret followed by tea and coffee and an informal hour of entertainment from local and visiting entertainers. Bígí ann!!

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THE MIRACLE PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your heart, where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. N.W.

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

MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flat roofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply/fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work undertaken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.)

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To Let

FULLY FURNISHED 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW TO LET – OFCH. 5 miles Dungarvan, Ballynacourty, Cappagh area. Available from 1st August. Tel. (087) 6751659. (5-8) 4 BEDROOMED HOUSE TO RENT – With 2 bathrooms, oil central heating. 5 miles from Dungarvan. West Waterford area. Tel. (087) 7461147.

Vehicles For Sale

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TOP SOIL FOR SALE – Grade A. No stones. 5 ton to 300 ton. Dungarvan area. Contact: (086) 8342233. (7-10)

SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 (ind.) / 058 23444.

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PROPOSAL TO DECLARE ROAD SERVING DEVELOPMENTS AT: • Cill Aodha, Stradbally, Co. Waterford

ROUND BALES OF HAY FOR SALE – Delivered if required. Tel. (086) 3649259.

A map indicating the road to be taken in charge is available for inspection during normal ofﬁce opening hours by interested members of the public for a period of one month up to and including 30th August 2016 at the following locations:-

POINT OF LAY PULLETS AND DUCKLINGS FOR SALE – Outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 8th August, from 11.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Tel. (026) 41905 / (087) 2208061.

Roads Dept, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Ofﬁces, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

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10 TO 12 ACRES OF AGRICULTURAL LAND – All areas considered. Reply to Box No. 5578. (12-8)

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Roads Dept, Waterford City & County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford. Submissions or observations with respect to the proposal to declare the road to be a Public Road may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, HR and Emergency Services, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 1pm on 13th September 2016. Paul Daly, A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services

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SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB (27/7/2016) – 1st Austin Fenton & Mary Fenton; 2nd Doreen Keane & Sheila Towey; 3rd Andrew McGrath & Helen McCarthy; 4th Robert & Violla Mielezarek. AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (18/7/2016) – Joint 1st Claire Meaney & Teresa Doocey, Maureen O'Neill & Helen Russell; 3rd Pat Murphy & Bridget Burke; 4th Margaret Hanafin & Mary Mitchell; Joint 5th Maureen Morrissey & Una O’Dwyer, Nellie Moloney & Margaret Clancy.

2nd August 2016

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Friday, 5th August, 2016

GAIN Dog Show: Tom Murphy and his dog Cody, who won the Overall Champion Dog at the Gain sponsored Dog Show. Included are Lisa Curran, GAIN, and Deirdre Daunt Walsh, Dog Show Judge, at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Ellen Walsh, Orla Quinn and Aine Nugent pictured at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Gina Quinlan, Donna Quinlan and Jan Quinlan pictured at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Horse Results CHALLENGE CUPS RIDDEN HUNTERS Bellard Cup – Champion Ridden Hunter: Damien Carry, c/o R. Connors, SPIREVIEW PORSCH, 4 yr old chestnut gelding. Woodfield Cup - Champion 4 yr old Hunter: Damien Carry, c/o R. Connors, SPIREVIEW PORSCH, 4 yr old chestnut gelding. Robin Hunt Memorial – Champion Working Hunter: Becky Tandy, CILLBHRID OSCAR, 4 yr old bay gelding by ARS VIVENDI. Clodagh Connors Memorial Trophy - Ladies Side Saddle: 1st Claire Connors, REHY I’M A STAR, 6 yr old bay gelding by Harlequin Du Carel. YOUNG HORSES Fitzgerald Trophy – Champion Young Horse of Show (Bridgie Terries): Rosemary Connors, WOODFIELD XTRA, bay gelding by Financial Reward. Lenihan Cup – Champion Yearling: John Williams, MANTLEHILL DIAMOND CARELLE, bay filly by Harlequin Du Carel. Waterford Hunt Cup – Champion Two Year Old: Tom Power, brown filly by Spirit House. West Waterford Hunt Cup – Champion Three Year Old: Rosemary Connors, WOODFIELD XTRA, bay gelding by Financial Reward. BROODMARES Observer Cup – Champion Broodmare (Non – Thoroughbred): 1st Julie Crosby, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. HANKALAINE, sire Hediviesde Reva. Class 1 Heavy Weight Hunter or Huntress, 4 yr old & upwards to carry 13 stone and over (AIB): 1st Angus McDonnell, STATESMAN, 7 yr old bay Gelding. 4901874; 2nd Claire Connors, REHY I AM A STAR, 6 yr old bay gelding by Harlequin Du Carel; 3rd Jason Dunphy, DUNLECKNEY BRONIGAN, 5 yr old chestnut gelding by Crosstown Dancer; 4th Dermot Molloy, BIG BEN, 5 yr old bay gelding by Heigh Ho Dubh. Class 2 Lightweight hunter or huntress, 4 yrs old & upwards to carry up to 13 stone (Jennifer Maher): 1st Damien Carry, c/o R. Connors, Woodfield, Woodstown, Co. Waterford. SPIREVIEW PORSCH, 4 yr old chestnut gelding; 2nd Adrian Burrell, LOOBRHU GINGER SWATCH, 5 yr old grey gelding by Watermill Swatch; 3rd Jennifer Maher,

COSMO, 9 yr old bay gelding. Class 3 Small hunter or huntress not exceeding 160cms (Deise Veterinary Group): 1st Edward Flaherty, CAILIN, 5 yr old bay mare by Templebready Fear Bui; 2nd Becky Tandy, LVS JACONDA, 5 yr old grey mare by Jack of Diamonds; 3rd Christine Ledingham, CASTLEMYLES KILKEA CASTLE. Hunter Champion: Bellard Cup & Woodfield Cup 4 yr old: Damien Carry, c/o R. Connors, Woodfield, Woodstown, Co. Waterford. SPIREVIEW PORSCH, 4 yr old chestnut gelding Reserve Champion: Angus McDonnell, STATESMAN, 7 yr old bay Gelding. Class 4 Clodagh Connors Memorial cup for the Ladies Hunter Side Saddle Class (Alan Connors): 1st Claire Connors, REHY I AM A STAR, 6 yr old bay gelding by Harlequin Du Carel; 2nd Ciara O’Connell,

Pony Results CHALLENGE CUPS SHOW HUNTER PONIES Ita Carroll Memorial Cup - Champion Show Hunter Pony: Champion: Natasha Blanchfield,Templetown, Fethard-on-Sea “Shannonbay Star”. Devereux Menswear Cup – Champion First Ridden/Leading Rein Pony: Champion: Marguerite Pettit, Broadway, Wexford “Sianwood Attraction”. Reserve: Michelle Craig-White, Fethard, Co. Tipperary “Clwyoyrhiw Chocy”. Bobby Kennedy Perpetual Cup – sponsored by Five Naughts Stud - Local Lead Rein Class: Champion: Aileen Goff, Butlerstown, Waterford “Lone Woman”. Eamonn Dwane – Champion Pony confined to County Waterford: Champion: Kobee Fawkes, Cappoquin “Benjamin Flyer”. Reserve: Rosie Wright, Modeligo “Dolly”. Lenihan Family – Champion Working Hunter Pony: Champion: Evie Quirke, SUNNY SKY. Reserve: Angela Loughnane, LITTLEFARMS MR. FLASH, 17 yr old bay gelding.

FIT FOR ANYTHING, 12 yr old bay gelding; 3rd Jennifer Maher, ROCK ON DUDLEY, 8 yr old dun gelding. Class The IHWT Thoroughbred Club Show Series for Retired Racehorses (Tramore Racecourse) qualifier winners: 1st Lois Chappell, GLANTARA, Bay gelding by Beneficial; 2nd Kat Hopkins, BACK TO MOLLY’S, 6 yr old chestnut gelding by Trans Island; 3rd Cass Foley, EOINS DELIGHT; 4th 25 Zoe Shannon, WALL WISE 15 yr old bay gelding by FRIMAIRE. Class 6 Amateur Class confined to amateur riders (Mary Ronayne, Solicitor): 1st Clodagh Hickey, NORDIC TEMPLE, bay mare by Nordic Region; 2nd Stephanie Hennessy, KNOCKROE OCEAN DUBH, 12 yr old bay gelding by Clover Dubh; 3rd Sally Sweeney, JACK MAGIC, 8 yr old bay gelding by Jack of Diamonds; 4th Rosemary O’Connor, BALLYMAQUIRKE, 6 yr old brown gelding by Rinean Clover; 5th Anna Kennedy, DAGWOOD, 9 yr old skewbald gelding by Marmite Dior; 6th Mike Moylan, SUPER TED, 9 yr old bay gelding; 7th Monatrea Equestrian centre, BOBBY B, 8 yr old grey gelding. Class 7 Amateur working hunter class (Kirwan Electrical): 1st Patricia Molloy, PADDY, 4 yr old grey gelding by Skippy Diamond; 2nd Jennifer Maher, ROCK ON DUDLEY, 8 yr old dun gelding; 3rd Cola Fox, DANNY; 4th Rosemary O’Connor, BALLYMAQUIRE, 6 yr old brown gelding; 5th Carmel Melody, NIRE VALLEY BETH, 5 yr old grey gelding by Templebready Fear Bui; 6th Anna Kennedy, DAGWOOD, 9 yr old skewbald gelding by Marmite Dior. Class 8 Working hunter or huntress (West Waterford Hunt): 1st Becky Tandy, CILLBHRID OSCAR, 4 yr old bay gelding by ARS VIVENDI; 3rd Dermot Molloy, BIG BEN, 5 yr old bay gelding by Heigh Ho Dubh; 4th Becky Tandy, LVS JACONDA, 5 yr old grey mare by Jack of Diamonds; 5th Kate Hopkins, BACK TO MOL-

LOYS, 6 yr old chestnut gelding by Trans Island; 6th Philip Copithorne, FORT ARTHUR DIGIT, 6 yr old bay gelding by Travelling Trevarso; 7th Edward Flaherty, CAILIN, 5 yr old bay mare by Templebready Fear Bui. Robin Hunt Memorial Trophy for Champion working hunter: Champion: Becky Tandy, CILLBHRID OSCAR, 4 yr old bay gelding by ARS VIVENDI. Reserve Champion: Patricia Molloy, PADDY, 4 yr old grey gelding by Skippy Diamond Young Horses Class 9 Half Bred Yearling Colt, Gelding or filly (Master McGrath Bar): 1st John Williams, MANTLEHILL DIAMOND CARELLE, bay filly by Harlequin Du Carel. Class 10 Two year old Colt, Gelding or Filly (Al Eile Stud): 1st Tom Power, brown filly by Spirit House; 2nd Denise Hanrahan, T C Quality Cruise, chestnut gelding by Obos Quality; 3rd Dick Drohan, filly by Spirit House. Class 11 Three year old Colt, Gelding or Filly (Family of the late Marcella Fitzgerald): 1st Rosemary Connors, WOODFIELD XTRA, bay gelding by Financial Reward. Champion: Rosemary Connors, WOODFIELD XTRA, bay gelding by Financial Reward. Reserve Champion: Tom Power, brown filly by Spirit House. Brood Mares & Foals Class 13 Half Bred Brood Mare with foal at foot (Pat Cunningham, Sharon Mulcahy and Kelly's Pharmacy): 1st Julie Crosby, HANKALAINE, sire Hediviesde Reva; 2nd Laura Kelly, bay mare by Master Imp; 3rd John Roche, ASSAGART JEWEL, 10 yr old chestnut mare by Brownie Price. Championship & Observer Cup: Champion: Julie Crosby, HANKALAINE, sire Hediviesde Reva. Class 14 The Iverk Show Society & Irish Show Association All Ireland Broodmare & Foal Team Championship: 1st Laura Kelly, bay mare by Master Imp; 2nd Tom Power, Queenie, 7 yr old bay mare by Andretti; 3rd John

Class 21 Open 153cm Show Hunter Pony Class: 1st Natasha Blanchfield, Templetown, Fethard-on-Sea “Shannonbay Star”; 2nd Jane Kingston, Timoleague, “Lahaknock Shadow”; 3rd Sarah Hatton, Fethard, Co Tipperary “Marino Vinnie”. Class 24 Open Show Starter Stakes not exceeding 133cms: 1st Mikaela Hall, Ballynoe, Co Cork “Wishfields Missy Moo”; 2nd Celine Salter, Fenagh, Co Carlow “Ballyowens Belle”; 3rd Garry Aherne, Curraglass, Co Cork “Biscuit”. Class 25 Open Show Hunter Pony First Ridden not exceeding 123cms: 1st Margeruite Pettit, Broadway, Wexford “Sianwood Attraction”; 2nd Garry Aherne, Curraglass, Co Cork “Biscuit”; 3rd Hannah Curran, Fenor, Co Waterford “Pepsi”. Class 26 Open Leading Rein not exceeding 123cms: 1st Michelle Craig-White, Fethard, Co Tipperary “Clwyoyrhiw Chocy” 2nd Dillon Widger, Waterford “Peggy”; 3rd Lucy Kent, Waterford “Thistle Tom Taffy”; 4th Richard Butler, South

Racehorse to Riding Horse Class: Rosemary Connors presents Lois Chappell with her winning rosette riding Glantarra. [Pat Crowley] Roche, ASSAGART JEWEL, 10 yr old chestnut mare by Brownie Price. Class 15 The Irish Shows Association & West Cork Breeders present the All Ireland Breeders Championship: 1st Tom Power, Queenie, 7 yr old bay mare by Andretti; 2nd John Roche, ASSAGART JEWEL, 10 yr old chestnut mare by Brownie Price. Class 16 Half Bred Colt Foal (Nugent’s Centra, Abbeyside): 1st Tom Power, bay colt by Craigsteel; 2nd Tom Clancy, FUTURE CRUISE, chestnut

Lodge, Carrick-on-Suir “Minnie Mouse”. Class 27 Leading Rein not exceeding 123cms confined to Co. Waterford: 1st Aileen Goff, Butlerstown, Waterford “Lone Woman”; 2nd Heather Kent, Waterford “Thistle Tom Taffy”; 3rd Dominic Sellars, Clashmore, Co Waterford “Jessy Ginger”; 4th Aine Walsh, Stradbally, Co. Waterford “Carrigahilla Snowhite”. Class 28 Un-Registered Ponies 138cms and under. Confined to Co Waterford: 1st Rosie Wright, Modeligo, Cappoquin “Dolly”; 2nd Hannah Curran, Castleview Stables, Fenor “Pepsi”; 3rd Aoife Lenihan, The Paddocks, Kilmacthomas “Abbey”. Class 29 Un-Registered Ponies 153cms Confined to Co Waterford: 1st Kobee Fawkes, Cappoquin, Co Waterford “Benjamin Flyer”; 2nd Monatrea Equestrian Centre, Kinsalebeg “Aviva”; 3rd Fran Mangan, Melleray, Cappoquin “Melleray Gates”. Class 31 Registered Connemara Mare or Gelding four year old and

colt by Future Trend; Class 17 Half Bred Filly foal (Benny Crowley & Gillian King): 1st Laura Kelly, bay filly by Pointilliste; 2nd Thomas Griffin, RATHDRUM DUCHESS, bay mare by Spirit House; 3rd John Roche, ASSAGART QUPIT, bay filly by Carower. Class 20 Thoroughbred brood mare stinted in foal or with foal at foot (The Beeches Stud, Lismore): 1st Eileen Ryan, KALICO KALISTA, 8 yr old bay mare by Oscar; 2nd Claudine Corrigan, SLEEP-

upwards to be shown under saddle: 1st Kate Rath Doyle, MONANASTOWN RORY; 2nd Sibyl Knobel, NIRE VALLEY FANCY, 6 yr old bay mare by Fairyhill Tomboy; 3rd Carmel Melody, NIRE VALLEY BETH, 5 yr old grey gelding by Templebready Fear Bui; 4th Jane Kingston, LAHAKNOCK SHADOW, 7 yr old gelding; 5th Joan Dahill, GLENCAIRN SIXPENCE, 8 yr old grey mare by Ballymore Paprika; 6th Rachel Farrell, HIGHWOOD OAK OF SHANBO, 5 yr old dun gelding by Illaunurra Cathal. Class 32 Open 153 Working hunter pony exceeding 143cm but not exceeding 153cm: 1st S. Blanchfield, SHANNONBAY STAR, 11 yr old grey gelding by Windy's Boy; 2nd John Queally, TED, 5 yr old bay gelding; 3rd Kate Walsh, DIXIE HEATHER, 12 yr old Skewbald mare; 4th Sarah Hatton, MARINO VINNIE, Grey gelding; 5th Orla Flemming, SLIEVE RUSHEN YOUNG, 12 yr old grey gelding by Ormand Oliver; 6th Charlotte Teehan, BOYNE FRED.

LESS EYE, 14 yr old bay mare by Supreme Leader; 3rd John Roche, BELLS CHANCE, 13 yr old brown mare by Needle Gun; 4th Rodger McGrath, BEGLA EILE, 13 yr old bay mare by Lahib; 5th Rodger McGrath, THYNETOCATCHER, 10 yr old bay mare by Catcher in the Rye. Best Colt: Claudine Corrigna, SLEEPLESS EYE, 14 yr old bay mare by Supreme Leader. Best Filly: John Roche, BELLS CHANCE, 13 yr old brown mare by Needle Gun.

Class 33 Open 143 Working hunter pony exceeding 133cms but not exceeding 143cms: 1st Charlotte Teehan, RAINBOW; 2nd Ruby French Davis, HUMPHREY; 3rd Miriam O'Donnell, BACARDI; 4th Lydia Troy, SUGAR, Grey mare; 5th Shannon Kelly, KILTIERNAN BLACKY, 7 yr old gelding; 6th Sarah Kirk, EVE'S PUZZLE, 12 yr old Skewbald gelding. Class 34 Open 133 Working Hunter Pony exceeding 123cms but not exceeding 133cms: 1st Evie Quirke, SUNNY SKY; 2nd Angela Loughnane, LITTLEFARMS MR. FLASH, 17 yr old bay gelding; 3rd Rosemary Austin, FURRYHILL JAMIE, bay gelding; 4th Katie Doyle, SHANE. Class 35 Open Working Starter Stakes for ponies not exceeding 133cm's: 1st Rosemary Austin, FURRYHILL JAMIE, bay gelding; 2nd Mikaela Hall, WISHFIELDS MISSY MOO, 8 yr old Piebald mare; 3rd Katie Doyle, SHANE; 4th Hazel Barden, BOONE.

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Cattle Show Results CHALLENGE CUPS CATTLE SECTION Cup Winners 2016: Radley Spire Trophy – Overall Beef Champion - Donal Moloney. I.C.M.S.A. Cup – Champion Junior Stock Person - Shannon Kinahan. Nell Collender Memorial Cup – Reserve Beef Champion of Show - Gerry O’Keeffe. Pat Denn Junior Championship Trophy William R. Gubbins. Coolmore Stud Cup – Champion Hereford - Vincent Behan. Reflections Crystal Trophy – Champion Simmental - Garrett Behan. Terence Morrissey Cup – Champion Charolais - Gerry O'Keeffe. Villiers Stuart Cup – Champion Limousin Donal Moloney. Albert De Cogan 50 Years On Trophy – Best Aberdeen Angus Bull - Albert De Cogan.

Herefords Class 1 Ped male born on or after 1/9/15 (Farm Relief Services): 1st Trevor Dudley; 2nd Trevor Dudley. Class 2 Ped female born on or after 1/9/15 (Dairygold): 1st Billy Fitzgerald; 2nd Trevor Dudley. Class 3 Ped male or female any age (Jim Quinn): 1st Vincent Behan; 2nd Trevor Dudley. Champion: Vincent Behan. Reserve Champion: Trevor Dudley. Simmentals Class 4 Ped, female born on or before 31/7/15

(Terrance Morrissey): 1st Garrett Behan; 2nd James Browne; 3rd Garrett Behan. Class 6 Ped. female born on or between 1/8/15 and 31/12/15 (FDC Accountants): 1st William R. Gubbins; 2nd John Fox; 3rd Garrett Behan. Class 7 Ped. male born on or between 1/8/15 and 31/12/15 (Goldcrop): 1st Garrett Behan; 2nd Garrett Behan; 3rd John Fox. Class 8 Ped. Male or female born on or after 1/1/16 (Forestry Services Ireland): 1st Garrett Behan; 2nd Keith Vickery; 3rd Gordon & Susan Salter. Champion: Garrett

Behan. Reserve Champion: William Gubbins. Charolais Class 9 Ped. Male or female born on or after 01/9/15 (AIB): 1st Richard Murphy; 2nd Eoin Reid; 3rd Jerry O’Keeffe. Class 10 Ped. Female born on or between 01/9/14 and 31/8/15 (Dovea AI): 1st Jerry O’Keeffe. Champion: Jerry O'Keeffe Class. Reserve Champion: Richard Murphy. Aberdeen Angus Class 13 Ped. female born on or between 1/9/13 and 31/7/15 (Eurogene AI – James Devine): 1st Albert De Cogan; 2nd Edward Dudley; 3rd Eustace Burke. Class 14 Ped. cow any age (Osmonds and Jim Foskin): 1st Edward Dudley; 2nd Ruth Good; 3rd Albert De Cogan. Class 15 Ped. male born or after 1/8/15 (Merial: Ivomec): 1st Ger Ryan; 2nd Albert de Cogan; 3rd Eustace Burke. Class 16 Ped. female born on or after 1/8/15 (Donal O’Reilly): 1st Thomas Byrne; 2nd Keith Vickery; 3rd Edward Dudley. Class 17 Ped. male born on or before 31/7/15 (Dawn Meats): 1st Albert De Cogan. Champion: Albert De Cogan. Reserve Champion: Thomas Byrne. Limousin Class 18 Ped Male or

female born on or before 31/8/15 (Irish Limousin Society): 1st Donal Moloney; 2nd Donal Moloney; 3rd James Muldowney; Class 19 Ped Male or female born on or after 1/9/15 (Kill Agricultural Services): 1st Donal Moloney; 2nd Dan O’Mahoney; 3rd Donal Moloney. Champion: Donal Moloney. Reserve Champion: Donal Moloney. Class 20 Beef Pair Class, open to all breeds. Best pair of Beef animals, male or female, pedigree or non pedigree, any breen born on or after 1/1/15 (Murray’s Pharmacy): 1st William R Gubbins; 2nd Donal Moloney; 3rd Garrett Behan. Class 21 The Pat Den Munster Junior Beef Championship open to all breeds, pedigree or non pedigree animals, male or female born on or after 1/1/15 (Pat Denn): 1st William R Gubbins; 2nd Richard Murphy; 3rd William R Gubbins. Class 22 I.C.M.S. A. Junior Stock Person pedigree or non pedigree calf any breed led by child aged 16 or under on day of show (ICMSA): 1st Shannon Kinahan; 2nd Daniel Maloney; 3rd Aidan Kinahan. Overall Beef Champion: Donal Murphy. Reserve Champion: Jerry O’Keeffe.

Champion Un-Registered Pony Confined to County Waterford: Betsy O’Connor, Judge presents Kobee Fawkes riding Benjamin Flyer with the Eamonn Dwane Cup. [Pat Crowley]

Sheep Results CHALLENGE CUPS SHEEP SECTION The Boolattin Perpetual Challenge Cup – Billy Fraher. John Harrington Cup for the best Shearling Ram – Nora Whelan. William Carey Cup for best Hogget Ewe – Patricia Fennell. Michael Walsh Comeragh Inn Cup for best Scotch Ewe Lamb – Pat Whyte. Tommy Fahey Breeders Cup for Breeders Class – Pat Whyte. Flynn Cup, Park Hotel for best Scotch Ewe Lamb shown by child under 12 – John O’Brien. Class 1 Best aged ram: 1st John Hennebry; 2nd Pat Whyte; 3rd Matt Fahey. Class 2 Best Shearling Ram: 1st Nora Whelan; 2nd Nora Whelan; 3rd John Hennebry. Class 3 Best Aged ewe: 1st Pat Whyte; 2nd Billy Fraher; 3rd Pat Whyte. Class 4 Best Hogget ewe: 1st Patricia Fennell; 2nd Pat Whyte; 3rd Billy Fraher.

Class 5 Best Ewe lamb: 1st Pat Whyte; 2nd John Walsh; 3rd Nora Whelan. Class 6 Best Ram lamb: 1st Billy Fraher; 2nd John Walsh; 3rd Pat Whyte. Class 7 Breeders Class: 1st Pat Whyte; 2nd Billy Fraher; 3rd John Walsh. Class 8 Children's Class: Best Scotch Ewe Lamb exhibited by a child of 12 years or under: 1st John

O'Brien; 2nd Kate Fraher; 3rd Brian Veale; 4th Shay Walsh. Class 9 Children's Class: Best Ewe Lamb exhibited by a child of 12 years or under (Scotch excluded): 1st Tom Behan; 2nd Mark Behan; 3rd John O’Brien. Class 10 Best pair or factory lambs any breed: 1st Pat Hannon. Class 11 Best pair of hogget ewes (Scotch excluded) suitable for breeding: 1st Shay Kennedy. Class 12 Any breed Terminal Sire 1 yr and upwards: 1st Shay Kennedy; 2nd Shay Kennedy. Class 13 Charolais Ram lamb born after 1/1/16: 1st Pat Whyte; 2nd Pat Whyte; 3rd Pat Hannon. Class 14 Charolais Ewe lamb born after 1/1/16: 1st Pat Whyte; 2nd Pat Hannon; 3rd Pat Whyte. Scotch Champion: 33 Billy Fraher. Reserve Champion: 2 John Hennebry.

Mick Dunford, presenting The Al-Eile Stud Trophy for the Champion 2 Year Old Filly to Tom Power, Ballyknock, Dungarvan. Also [Pat Crowley] included are judges Derek Baskin and Paddy Byrne.

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Jenny Hunt presenting The Waterford Hunt Cup for the Champion Two Year Old to Tom Power, Ballyknock, Dungarvan. Also included are Judges Derek Baskin and Paddy [Pat Crowley] Byrne.

Ladies Side Saddle Championship: Judge Louise Lyons presents the Clodagh Connors Memoral Trophy to Claire Connors riding Rehy I’m A Star. Also included are Ciara O’Connor placed second and Jennifer Maher placed third; Alan Connors, Dungarvan Show; Nicky Teehan, Judge, and Neil Forde, Dungarvan Show. [Pat Crowley] Amateur Class: Aubrey Chapman, Judge congratulates Clodagh Hickey on winning the Amateur Showing Class. Also included Pat Cunningham, Chairperson Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Pat Crowley]

Heavy Weight Hunter Winner: Owned and ridden by Angus McDonnell. Sponsored by AIB. Also included are Louise Lyons Judge, Jonathan Hughes AIB, Pat Cunningham, Chairperson Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Pat Crowley] Willie Power presenting The Observer Cup to Julia and John Crosbie for their Champion Half-Bred Broodmare.

[Pat Crowley]

Small Hunter Championship: Louise Lyons, Judge presents Edward Flaherty with the Champion Small Hunter title. Also included are Nicky Teehan, Judge, Ellen Flahavan (Sponsors); Neil Forde, Alan Connors and Harry Gray, Show Committee. [Pat Crowley]

Champion First Ridden Pony: Betsy O’Connor, Judge presents the Noel Devereux Menswear Trophy to Marguerite Pettit riding Sianwood Attraction. Also included is the Reserve Champion "Clwyoyrhiw Chocy" ridden by Michelle Craig-White. [Pat Crowley]

Champion Hunter: Nicky Teehan Judge presents the Bellard Cup to Rosemary Connors. Also included are Louise Lyons, Judge and Alan Connors, Committee. [Pat Crowley]

Jenny Hunt presenting The Lenihan Cup for the Champion Yearling to John Williams, Golden, Cashel, Co. Tipperary. The filly was shown by Denis Pollard.

[Pat Crowley]

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Home Industries Results FLORAL EXHIBITS 1. Have a Go - Patricia Morrissey H.C. 2. Just Foliage - 1st Eileen Hynes; 2nd Margaret McGrath. 2a. Blooming Teacup - 1st Margaret McGrath; 2nd Phyllis McCabe. 3. A Vertical Design - 1st Phyllis McCabe. 4. Summer Meadow Eileen Hynes H.C. 4a. Freeform Contemporary - 1st Helen Waide; 2nd Phyllis McCabe. Best Overall Floral - Helen Waide. Best Flower Club Member Margaret McGrath. JUNIOR CLASSES 5. Miniature Garden - 1st Emma Ranaldi; 2nd Gearoid Hynes; 3rd Eva O’Sullivan Bonmahon. 5a. Miniature Farm - 1st Odhran Walsh; 2nd Liam Dukes. 6. Make a Model - 1st Liam Broderick; 2nd Brianna Hickey; 3rd Evan Hickey. 7. Wild Flowers - 1st Isaac Walsh; 2nd Paul Beag Mulcahy; 3rd Ella Rose Quinn. 8. In My Wellie/Shoe - 1st Lily Grace; 2nd Pádraig Hynes; 3rd Amy Cosgrave. CUT FLOWERS 10. Best Rose - 1st Margaret

McGrath; 2nd Courtney Carroll; 3rd Odhran Walsh. 11. Hybrid T - 1st Ellis Wilkins. 12. Floribunda - 1st Margaret McGrath; 2nd Courtney Carroll. 14. Dahlias - Ellis Wilkins. 15. Herbaceous - 1st Alan Wilson; 2nd Kay O’Flynn. 16. Shrub Variety - 1st Maura Kindregan; 2nd Dawn Grace. FRUIT AND VEGETABLES 17. Michaeli Waide 18. Gooseberries - 1st Kathleen Beresford. 20. Onions - 1st Michaeli Waide. 21. Peas - 1st Kieran O’Keeffe, Butlerstown; 2nd Michaeli Waide. 21a. Beans - Ellis Wilkins/ 22. Kidney Potatoes - 1st Ellis Wilkins. 23. Round Potatoes - 1st Michaeli Waide. 25. Lettuce - 1st Michaeli Waide. 26. Rhubarb - 1st Joan Kirwan; 2nd Thomas Murray; 3rd Bronagh Ryan. 27. Courgettes - 1st Michaeli Waide. 28. Tomatoes - Catherine Kennedy Waterford; 29. Veg. Collection - 1st

Michaeli Waide. 31. New Entrant Veg. Basket - Jillian Hayes H.C. Orchardstown Horticulture Award - Catherine Kennedy. EGGS E1 Brown - 1st Caitlin & Rian Manahan; 2nd Ellis Wilkins. E2 Duck Eggs - 1st Mary Delaney; 2nd Dawn Grace. Decorated Egg - 1st Grace Kenny, Ballynoe; 2nd Laura Kenny; 3rd Katelyn Power. JAM 32. Strawberry - 1st Kathleen Whyte; 2nd Margaret Leahy. 33. Raspberry - 1st Andree Cunningham; Joint 2nd Andy Lynch & Carol Anne Wilkins. 34. Blackcurrant - 1st Kathleen Whyte; Joint 2nd Eleanor Flynn & Andy Lynch. 35. Gooseberry - 1st Eoin Reddy, Dunlavin; Joint 2nd Andy Lynch & Margaret Murray. 36. Any other Variety - 1st Margaret Murray; 2nd Declan Flanagan, Tramore. 37. Marmalade - 1st Kathleen Whyte. 38. Chutney - Margaret Leahy; 2nd Paula Hannigan. Best Overall Jams and winner of the Bernie Hobbs Perpetual Cup - 1st Kathleen

Odhran Walsh, Loughaniska, Dungarvan, congratulated by Monica Dwane, Home Industries Committee, for his winning entry in the Miniature Farm class at Dungarvan Show.

Phyllis McCabe, Ballinamult, on the left pictured with Dina Walshe, Home Industries Secretary and her winning entry in the Floral Section. Phyllis won the Best Overall Floral Entry.

Whyte; 2nd Andree Cunningham; 3rd Margaret Murray. HOMEMADE CAKES AND PASTRIES 40. Brown Soda - 1st Anne Veale. 41. Scones/Plain - 1st Maria Prendergast; 2nd Carol Anne Wilkins. 42. 1st Carol Anne Wilkins; 2nd Margaret Murray. 43. Scones/Fruit 1 1st Carol Anne Wilkins. 44. Harvest Loaf - 1st Marjorie Keane. 45. Tea Brack – 1st Ann Veale; 2nd Marjorie Keane. 46. Brown Bread/Loaf Tin 1st Mary Ryan; Joint 2nd Sarah O’Brien & Josephine Morrissey. 48. Fruit Tart – Mary Curran, Strandside; Joint 2nd Kathleen Whyte & Julie Hannigan. 50. Plain Sponge - 1st Margaret Murray; Joint 2nd Mairead Hannigan & Eileen Hynes. 50b. SHOW MADEIRA CAKE - 1st Carol Ann Wilkins. Best Overall Baking - Carol Ann Wilkins. JUNIOR BAKING 51. Queen Cakes U-12 - 1st Ella Hennessy, Kilmacthomas; 2nd Beibheen Walsh, Coolnasmear. 52. Decorated Cup Cakes 1st Conor Moore, Grange; 2nd Rody Morrissey. 53. Scones - 1st Conor Moore; 2nd Catherine Hynes. 54. 3 Gingerbread Men Ellen Waide, Grange. 56. Novelty Birthday Cake Anna Caslin, Bonmahon. BEST BAKING CUP: Conor Moore. JUNIOR CRAFTS 58a. Craft - 1st Hayley Phelan; 2nd Emily O’Brien. 58b. Made in Primary School Touraneena N.S. - 1st Róisin Connors; 2nd Anna Hickey 58c. Decorated Wooden Spoon - 1st Katelyn Power; 2nd Emma Ranaldi H.C., Michael D. Beresford and Annie Treen. ADULT CRAFTS 59. Handknit DK - 1st Carol Anne Wilkins, H.C. Ann Broderick. 60. Handknit for Child U-5 years - 1st Marie Forde; 2nd Carol Anne Wilkins. 61. Aran Handknit - 1st Ellen Higgins. 62. Child’s Aran - 1st Patricia O’Brien; 2nd Nora Reddy. 63. Hand Knit for a Baby 1st Ellen Higgins. 64. Wool Crochet Garment - Caroline O’Malley; 2nd Ann Broderick. 65 Crochet - 1st Betty Tutty; 2nd Maria Prendergast. 66. Cotton Crochet - 1st Peggy Reynolds, H.C. Ann Broderick. 67. Machine Patchwork H.C. Gaye Robinson. 68. Quilting - 1st Marion de Búrca 69. Soft Toy - 1st Ellen Higgins; 2nd Kay Hannigan, H.C. Ann Broderick. 69a. Special Award - Agnes Kirwan. 70. Mountmellick - 1st Chris Cleary; 2nd Sandra Counahan. 71. Scarf - 1st Kay Hannigan. 72a. Handmade Christmas

Dina Walshe and Anne O’Sullivan welcome the Irish Shows Association President Pat Corbett to the Home Industries Tent. [Ollie Walshe] Decoration - 1st Mary Birney; 2nd Ann Broderick. 73. Best Cushion - 1st Sandra Counahan. 74. Hand Made Jewellery 1st Mary Ó Gríofa; 2nd Mary Birney. 75. Embroidery - 1st & 2nd Sandra Counahan. 76. New from Old - 1st Noreen O’Neill; 2nd Brigid Coffey. BEST CRAFT CUP (most outstanding Exhibit) Dalton Jewellers Craft Prize - Peggy Reynolds. Moya Uí Dhómhnaill Award - Mary Birney. JUNIOR ART COMPETITION ‘A Day at the Show’ Sponsor: David Walsh School & Office Supplies 4-8 years - 1st Emily O’Brien. 9-12 years - 1st Chloe Walsh; Joint 2nd Catherine & Gearóid Hynes. Bookmark - 1st Pierce Morrissey; 2nd Emma O’Donnell. Any topic Any Medium 1st Andy Phelan; 2nd Conor Moore. Poster – 1st Rachel Walsh; 2nd Pádraig Hynes. ADULT ART COMPETITION Oils - 1st Kathleen O’Sullivan; 2nd Kathleen Connery. Watercolour - 1st Mary Phelan; 2nd Mary Nolan. Acrylics - 1st Chloe Murray. Other Medium - 1st Kathleen O’Sullivan; 2nd Mairead Hannigan.

Special Needs Art - 1st AnnMarie O’Neill. RESULTS OF COLOURING COMPETITION IN THE OBSERVER AND LEADER NEWSPAPERS Sponsor: McDonalds 4-6 years - 1st Ella Rose Quinn; 2nd Isaac Walsh. 7-9 years - 1st Sive Roche; 2nd Gearóid Hynes. 10-12 years - 1st Sarah Buckley; 2nd Chloe Walsh. RAFFLE (Thanks to all our Prize Sponsors) 1st Baumann Jeweller Voucher - Paul Clerkin. 2nd Whitehorses Ardmore Voucher - Angela Kelly 3rd Vale Oil Voucher - Rita Dee. 4th Gold Coast Voucher Denis Begley. 5th Dawn Meats Voucher Ella Hennessey. 6th Park Hotel Voucher Lucy Walsh. 7th Shaws Gift - Breda Keane. 8th Ormond’s Cafe Voucher - Gráinne Hunt. 9th Lynch’s Greenhouse Fruit Hamper - Michaeli Waide. 10th New Images Salon Noreen Hayes. Special Thanks to Main Sponsors IFA Farm Family for their continued support. Thanks to all our Sponsors: Cladagh School of English; Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club; Tom Curran; Brigid Ballot Flowers; Monica’s Shop

Mary St.; Houlihan Motor Factors; Mary Looby; Tom Fennell JCB Hire; Mike Fennell Tarmacadam; Pat & Robert Fennell Agri. Repair Service; Margaret Murray; Ann Power; Maureen Veale; Caitríona Keating; Bernie Dwane Farm Lodge B&B; Fiona Power, Tigh Súgradh Creche; Ballinroad ICA; Michelle Dwane, Barnawee Foods; Paddy Dwane Tool Hire; Bygone Times; Countrylife at Glanbia and all the Committee members. Thanks to the Judges and all who entered our section. Thanks to all who came to see the Show. Well done to the Home Industries Committee: Anne Veale, Monica Dwane, Kay O’Flynn, Margaret Leahy, Ann Phelan, Patricia O’Brien, Anne O’Sullivan, Margaret Browne and Marion de Búrca. H.I. Secretary Dina Walshe, Main Show Chairman Pat Cunningham and Secretary Sharon Mulcahy. Thanks also to Kieran O’Connor, Sean Organ, Timmy Ryan and staff of WLR; the Tourist Office Staff; Jane Casey Florist; Observer & Leader Newspapers; Fiona Fitzgerald, Principal of St. Mary’s School. Thanks to Eleanor Flynn, Ivy Ahern, Fiona O’Brien, Maureen Veale, Liam Curran, Mattie Wall, Eamonn Foley, Ollie Walshe and all our volunteers on the day. See you all next year for the 100th Show.

Peggy Reynolds on the right, winner of the Cotton Crochet Class and winner of the Dalton Jewellers Best Craft in Show Award, pictured with Margaret Browne, Home Industries Committee.

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John Hobbs presenting The Bernie Hobbs Perpetual Cup to Home Industries Section Committee.

[Pat Crowley]

Martha Hobbs and the Hobbs Family presenting The Bernie Hobbs Perpetual Cup Best Overall Jam Winner Kathleen Whyte. Also included in Photo Kay O'Flynn and Margaret Leahy, Home Ind Section.

[Pat Crowley]

Margaret McGrath with her winning entry ‘Blooming Teacup’ at Dungarvan Show. Margaret swept the boards winning the Best Rose and the Best Hybrid Tea Rose.

Home Industries Section Sponsored By IFA Farm Family. From left to right: John Fitzgerald, Chairman IFA; Breda Keane, Chairperson Farm Family; Oliver Broderick, Treasurer IFA; Margaret Leahy, Home Industries Section. [Pat Crowley]

Margaret McGrath, Kilgobinet, receiving the Best Rose Cup from Anne O’Sullivan, Home Industries Committee at the Dungarvan Show.

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Champion Ridden Connemara Pony: Margaret Miller, Judge presents the Mary Cunningham Perpetual cup to Kate Rath Doyle riding "Monanstown Rory". Also included is Pat Cunningham, Chairperson Dungarvan Show. [Pat Crowley]

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Connolly's Red Mills Munster Grand Prix at Dungarvan Agricultural Show sponsored by Phelan's Hardware and Fennell's Garage: Francis Connors receives the cup and his prize from Marion Phelan, Phelan's Hardware and Mary Fennell, Fennell's Garage after he won the Grand Prix at Dungarvan Show. Also inlcuded are Liam Conroy, Andrew Sheehan and Conor Fennell Walsh. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Working Hunter Championship: The Robin Hunt Memorial trophy is presented by Jenny Hunt to Becky Tandy riding Chillbrid-Oscar. [Pat Crowley]

Champion Local Leading Rein Pony: Jean Walsh presents the Bobby Kennedy Cup to Alison Goff riding Lone Woman. The pony is led by Aileen Goff. [Pat Crowley]

FBD Munster Speed Series at Dungarvan Agricultural Show: Peter Moloney receives his prize from Noelle Reidy, President Show Jumping Grand Jury, after he won the FBD Speed Series on the Ann Veale Foran owned Ballyconnery Wood at Dungarvan Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kiely's Tyre Centre 1.10m Two Phase Class at Dungarvan Agricultural Show: Michael Buckley receives his prize from Catherine Kiely, after he won the Kiely's Tyre Centre 1.10m Two Phase on Daulis Cavalier at Dungarvan Show. Also inlcuded are the owners Nell & Michael Dalton and Jack Dalton. Nell is also the Chairperson of the Show Jumping Committee. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! Please note change in time. (ind.)

Abbeyside Heritage Archive - Scrapbook Sunday YES, it’s this coming Sunday, 7th August, the first Sunday of the month, we will give our scrapbooks a good airing.We plan to be open from 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. as usual at the Parish Office. We have scrapbooks covering Maritime, Sport, Poetry Corner, Photographs, Books etc. You could find yourself in many of the books.Yes you will be most welcome to come along and browse at your leisure. Seating is provided.

Brewery Lane to commemorate Easter Rising BREWERY Lane Theatre will stage a 1916 Commemorative Concert on Friday, 12th August at 8.00 p.m. The first half of the Concert will include local performers from South Kilkenny and a singer from Limerick. The second half will be a tribute to 1916 by Sean Callaghan and the Tipperary Ramblers from Clonmel. This section of the Concert was staged in Clonmel early this year to wide acclaim. Booking Heritage Centre 051640200. Admission €10. Refreshments.

Patrick Feeney - the young singing sensation from County Sligo at the GAA Pavilion Youghal - Friday, 5th August PATRICK has been singing since the age of 14 where he and his dad had a two-piece band together. Patrick in his younger years loved to do a bit of farming and would you believe still finds time to fit it in his busy schedule. Aside from his individual success with his own band Patrick is also part of the very popular Three Amigo’s Show. Patrick had a unique talent for taking an old song and giving it a new twist like: Red Haired Mary, All God’s Creatures Got a Place in the Choir and is renowned for his version of Boolavogue, which regularly gets a standing ovation from his audience. So why not come along to the GAA Pavilion Youghal on Friday, 5th August, where you will get to see the humor and style this young man can bring.

Jimmy Buckley in Ardmore this Friday night THE local branch of SVP do tremendous work within our community and one of their main fundraisers for 2016 will be this coming Friday night when Country sensation Jimmy Buckley and his band with play in concert in St. Declan’s Church Ardmore. Renowned for his unique voice and wonderful talent this too is a concert not to be missed. Tickets are now on sale from Liam on 087-6256055. This wonderful venue of St Declan's Church with its acoustic and super atmosphere will no doubt once again fill to capacity so don't be disappointed, pick your tickets up today.

Waterford County Museum – O’Brien Clan Presentation

ANNUAL BOOK SALE A big thank you to all those who supported our annual fundraising Book Sale. It was a great success with many bargains to be had. A special thanks to Dan McCarthy for allowing the use of his premises, to all who donated books, to the sorters, volunteers, and all who purchased books. PRESENTATION OF HISTORIC GLASS PLATE PHOTOGRAPHS Waterford County Museum was delighted to welcome a group of the extended O’Brien family clan of Aglish House on 22 July. After attending a special Mass in Aglish the group visited the museum to make a presentation of a collection of glass plate photographs featuring members of the O’Brien’s of Aglish from the early 1900’s. Grainne Moynihan spoke on behalf of the family and stated that she was delighted that these precious family mementoes would be held in the museum’s extensive image archive. Josef Keith transported the glass plates in conservation folders. Museum President Willie Fraher addressed the group and said he wished to thank the extended O’Brien family for donating the images and also a copy of the excellent family history ‘The O’Brien Family Tree Album’ compiled by

Grainne Moynihan and Jim O’Brien. Willie referred to notable people in the O’Brien family tree including the Fenian, James F.X. O’Brien, William Williams, designer of Dungarvan’s Coat of Arms, and Bishop James Vincent Cleary. The group enjoyed some refreshments and a chat after the presentation. OGHAM WORKSHOP This workshop will introduce children (accompanied by parent/guardian) to the ogham alphabet and the Ogham stones of Co.Waterford in a fun, interactive and creative manner. Venue:Waterford County Museum, Friary Street. Date: Thursday, 25th August. Time: 3.00 p.m. to 3.45 p.m. Booking is required. Cost free. Telephone: Ogham in 3D 01-6140184 or Waterford County Museum 058-45960. Email: ogham@celt.dias.ie or website@waterfordmuseum.ie NEW DISPLAYS We have just added a new section to the museum displays focusing on County Waterford people abroad. There are some great stories from which we have selected six profiles. We hope to add to these at a later date. These include William Grattan Tyrone Power from Kilmacthomas, great, great,

grandfather of the movie actor, Tyrone Power; John Palliser of Comeragh, the explorer; Thomas W. Kirby, merchant and ship owner of Grand Haven, Michigan; Stephen Smallfield of Friary Street, Dungarvan, who made his fortune in the California Gold Rush, and Patrick McGrath, stonemason of Youghal and Dungarvan who settled in Quincy where he had a successful stone masonry business. Also on display is a selection of letters written from America to relatives back in Co. Waterford. BIG HOUSES OF WEST WATERFORD We have updated our display on the big houses. A new addition is a large print of the Curraghmore Hunt 1877, based on a painting by William Osborne, father of the impressionist painter Walter Osborne. Why not pay us a visit and view these new displays, the 1916 exhibition, and our permanent collection. KEY DATES IN THE HISTORY OF DUNGARVAN 1922: Dungarvan Castle and Ballinacourty Coastguard Station burned by republicans. 1923: Civic Guards established in Dungarvan. 1927: Edmond Keohan published the first history of Dungarvan. 1929: E.S.B. takes over public lighting from Dungarvan Electric Light

Co. 1931: First Library established in the Town Hall. 1933: Plans for new technical school drawn up by Mr. Bowen. 1935: Dickens Leather Co. opened. 1938: Dungarvan Leader founded. 1945: Ormonde Cinema, O’Connell St. opened. 1947: Swimming pool built. 1916 EXHIBITION To mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising, we opened our new exhibition: “The Recent and Tragic Occurrences” 1916 and County Waterford. The exhibition highlights the County Waterford links with the Rising and some of the leaders. We were delighted to have medals and memorabilia from the Graves and Ó Reagán families who attended the opening. This exhibition is open and is the result of a lot of hard work. All are very welcome to call in and see it. Open daily Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit.

OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals. FIRST WORLD WAR CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 3RD AUGUST 2016 Name: Martin Redmond; Service No. Rank: 101603 Driver; Service: Army; Unit: R.H.A. 4Batt; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 7/29/’16. Name: William Power; Service No. Rank: 4572 Rifleman; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Rifles 7Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 7/31/’16. Name: James Crowley; Age: 20; Service No. Rank: 17929 Pr. & 1698; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Fus. 7Bn. & R.I. Reg.; Where Born: Butlerstown, Ballycashin; Death Category: Wounds; Date of Death: 8/3/’16. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

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Kill HELP YOUR COMMUNITY GROUP - HELP YOUR COMMUNITY! Kill Action and Alert Group is your local community working for you. Everybody is a member and a core group of people have been working on your behalf to make Kill an even better place to live. Since the group was established last year we have become affiliated with Muintir na Tire (the national voluntary organisation dedicated to promoting the process of community development), completed a lot of tidying up, planting and hanging flower baskets in the village, and set up the vitally important text alert service which was hugely successful helping to prevent crime in the area. Our plans for the future include extending and promoting the text alert service, to which everyone can join; to erect Text Alert Signage; liaise with Gardai regarding vulnerable people living in the area and to assess what service we can provide them with; and to prepare the village in order

to take part in the Tidy Towns competition. Further down the road we would like to look at and lobby for a playground, parking, footpaths and street lighting. If you have any suggestions or ideas, please contact us on 086-8385928. So far, most of this work has been completed through our own donations. If we are to continue to grow and achieve our ambitions for our community, we need your help. Please join us for a night of music, food, fun and community spirit on Saturday, 20th August when Kirwan's Bar & Pisces Restaurant will host a Community Fundraising night with BBQ, music by the Bottle Brothers and door prizes, all for just €10 a ticket. Guaranteed to be the best night out you'll have this Summer! KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Our next Bingo night will take place this Thursday, 4th August at 8.00 p.m. Join us for a great night's entertainment with a jackpot of €140 up for grabs! All are welcome.

The next Teenage Disco also takes place this week on Friday, 5th August at 9.00 p.m. Admission is €10, strictly no alcohol is permitted. The Bottle bank on the grounds is available for public use. Now hiring the hall for kids parties or any other events, for further information, please contact the office on 051-292352 or 089-49669514. VINTAGE TEA The Barron Hall in Stradbally are hosting a 'Vintage Tea in The Village Hall' on next Saturday, August 6th from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Come and enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Old Fashioned Way, complete with Bone China, Cake Stands and an array of sandwiches (no crusts) and cakes of every type. The tastefully refurbished Barron Hall is an ideal setting for such an Event and visitors can feel free to view their surroundings on the day. Proceeds are in aid of Hall funds. See you there this Saturday from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School New Term THE stage school students are currently enjoying a well earned Summer break following a hugely successful term that culminated with their fantastic production of Beauty And The Beast at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. Plans are now in place for our exciting new term that will commence in August and we are now taking names for new students to join us at the stage school for our new term. If you like to sing, dance, act and perform live on stage or you just like to have fun and make new friends, then Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School is the place for you. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from our highly talented, experienced and professional tutors. Artistic Director / Choreographer David Hennessy along with Musical Director / Singing teacher David Hayes have some great plans for the new term and can’t wait to get started and welcome back our students both new and regulars. Our next End of Term production will be the magical Dr. Seuss Musical Seussical that tells the story of Horton The Elephant, The Cat In The Hat and many more magical characters.We are sure it will prove to be a huge hit and great fun for all our students during the coming term. No experience is required to join the stage school as all levels of ability are catered for. Classes take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s School,

Dungarvan, where students attend two one hourly classes on both days. We have classes for 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 year olds. All our students get to perform live on stage in our full scale end of term musical productions that to date include Beauty And The Beast, Cats, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, The Addams Family Musical, The Wizard Of Oz, Grease, The Little Mermaid, High School Musical, Grease, Hairspray and many more. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students from the Dungarvan and West Waterford area can’t be wrong and come along to St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan, on Friday, 12th August, between 5.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. for our Open / Registration evening for new students to enrol for our new term. Places are limited in all our classes so it is highly advisable to secure your place before the term commences to guarantee you're place in Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school. The stage school in now in it's eighth year and going from strength to strength with each passing term. If you would like more information on the stage school or you would like to secure you're place in advance you can simply call Brian or David on 087-2360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have or you can send us a private message on our Facebook page and we will get back to you straight away. Let the fun begin!

Eleanor Flynn enjoying holding a Barn Owl with William from Mayfield Birds of Prey Kilmacthomas. What a marvellous display of birds at Dungarvan Show. [Ollie Walshe]

Bonmahon EDITH COLLIER'S BUNMAHON HERITAGE SOCIETY On Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd and Sunday, 24th July, 2016 we had Gala weekend to complete the celebrations commemorating a centenary since renowned New Zealand born artist Edith Collier visited Bonmahon on Waterford's Copper Coast. We are delighted to confirm that we were able to donate €240 to Bonmahon Lifeboat and €240 to Bonmahon Tidy Towns from funds raised.The committee were overwhelmed with the support we received from the community. We would like to thank the following Dapper Street Barbers Tramore, Tesco Tramore, Centra Kilmacthomas, Happy Days Newsagent & Groceries Kill, Kneisel Jewellers Waterford City, Sean Fitzsimons Fotofitz, Bonmahon Tidy Town Committee, Seamus O'Brien, Alannah and John Joe Cleary, Mary Dayeguiry, Jim Cullinane, Sean Corcoran The Art Hand, Martin Fahy, Angela Mulcahy, Senator Grace O'Sullivan, Bernadette and Niall McCann, Tramore Promenaders, Katherine Walsh, Shirley Walsh, Paula and Eddie McCarthy, Karen Toebb,Victoria and Orlaith

Hamersley, Billy Crowley, Bonmahon Lifeboat, Gretta Whelan, Knockmahon NS, Anne and Michael O'Meara, Celeste Sheridan, The Sheridan family, Gerry FitzGerald, and Breda Colfer. We would also like to thank the members of the Collier family who made the journey from New Zealand to be with us, Gordon Collier, Margaret and Trevor Benson, Fenella Grigsby, Helen Gordon and her son Angus Gordon. The weekend was very enjoyable and great success, a big well done to everyone involved. COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITORS' CENTRE The Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark Visitor Centre is delighted to host a group exhibition entitled ‘Land, Sea and Sky’ from Butlerstown Art Group. The exhibition will run for the month of August. The Butlerstown Art Group was formed about 5 years ago, having studied art together under the guidance of tutor, Catherine O’Connell at the Waterford College of Further Education, and Catherine continues to tutor the group today. They meet every Thursday in Fr. Rufus Halley Hall in Butlerstown, Waterford. Oliver Manning, a member of the art group

says ‘As a group of artists, the social aspect and friendships that have emerged have assisted in the development of our work, whilst encouraging the evolution of diverse artistic perspectives, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty inherent in Ireland.’ Oliver says ‘We hope that the pleasure and love with which these pieces were created becomes the unifying energy in this exhibition.’ New members to the group are welcome. For further information, please contact Oliver at 051590196. An Official Opening for ‘Land, Sea and Sky’ will be held on Saturday, 6th August at 3.00 p.m. The Exhibition will be officially opened by Julian Walton, renowned broadcaster, his-

torian and writer. All are most welcome. During the afternoon of the Official Opening, the Visitor Centre will also host an ‘ART ON THE RAILINGS’ event from 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. The Art on The Railings will feature other work from the Butlerstown Art Group. The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Visit the Mining Exhibition, and enjoy lunch or coffee in the Café at the Visitor Centre. The Craft Shop is well stocked with an extensive range of superb, locally made crafts. For further information, visit: www.coppercoastgeopark.com or Tel: 051292828.

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

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Ballinameela The State of It . . .

By Donal Buckley APPARENTLY, some offices close for lunch. I discovered this recently when I went to town, oddly enough, at lunchtime. There was nothing else for it but go and have my own lunch. So, to the nearest pub for a sandwich and a cup of coffee I did go. Looking for a quiet spot to have my meal, I sat at the bar alongside an old gentleman whose peaked cap was pulled down over his slowly settling pint of stout.Though it was a warm July day, he wore his top coat with the collar turned up. It looked like he was cocooned with his pint, having an intimate conversation before their relationship was consummated. I didn't want to intrude, so I said nothing. I ordered a chicken salad sandwich and a mocha. According to the “barista”, it’s pronounced “Mowca”, not, as I pronounced it “Mokka”. Feeling suitably chastised, I waited for my suitably pretentious lunch to arrive. The cocoon to my right continued in a state of silent reverie despite the raucous laughter and cheering coming from the television side of the bar and its attendant horse racing enthusiasts. The plated up sandwich arrived with the steaming mug of......coffee. As I dislocated my jaws to take the first bite from my doorstep sized meal, I heard the words, “The world is in a state of chassis”. Not sure whether it was the pint or the man that spoke, I turned in the general direction of the sound with mayonnaise and mixed leaves trying to escape from the corner of my mouth. It appears the couple were taking a break from their Tantric foreplay to educate me on the ... well, .. state of the world. Doing my best to be polite, I swallowed the unchewed food, almost choking in the process and said, “What’s that now?” “The world,” sez he, “s in a state of chassis” “Why is that”, sez I, immediately regretting my question. “'tis the bureaucrats”, sez he, “and the technocrats”, sez he. “they have us agape”, sez he, “with all the red tape”, sez he. “and Trump and Putin”, sez he, “talkin' about shootin'”, sez he “tying us up in knots”, sez he, “with their twisted plots” sez he “At Estado Olympica”, sez he “there's fear of the Zika”, sez he “and under par Rory”, sez he “won't go for glory”, sez he “If I had my way”, sez he “I'd make him play”, sez he “his worry is limp”, sez he “he's a total wimp”, sez he At that moment, there was a distant rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody, getting steadily louder. “That’s my phone” sez he “I'm never alone”, sez he “its the wife”, sez he “the bane of me life”, sez he “I just can't stay”, sez he “my hide she'll flay” sez he And with that, he was gone. A hero in his own lunchtime. Still, waste not, want not. Nothing tastes better than a well settled pint of the black stuff. Every cloud.......! Ballinameela Creatives is Irish and proud. Olympic Bronze medallist Sanya Richards Ross said,“Failure, I can live with. Not trying is what I can't handle.”

BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc. and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of August is Matthew Fogarty who can be contacted on 086-0644811. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Due to another community event in kilgobinet the weekend of

the 28th August we are postponing the Duathlon for a couple of weeks, watch this space for new date. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Monday & Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Saturday training is for jumps and throws only, age 9 up from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., this is to prepare kids for completion. Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. If interested contact Mairead at 087-7681975.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women: Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community

Hall on Thursday, 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically & mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 1/8/’16 – Numbers drawn were 26, 28 and 29. Congratulations to John O’Donnell, Ballinameela on your €3,050 win. €20 winners were John Corkery,Villierstown; Michael and Owen Phelan, Cappagh; A. Curran, Cappagh; Emer Kirrane, Clonkerdon; Tom Ahearne, Scart. Next week’s Jackpot is €500 and the draw will take place in Maureen’s. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Brid Harper Touraneena makes her debut in Tigh An Cheoil TIGH An Cheoil has over the last few years, taken its place among the very best concert venues around Ireland. Each week in these pages I have told you how many incomparable performers and groups have performed there. Only a few days ago the most famous fiddler of the past 30 years played there to great acclaim. This was the amazing Frankie Gavin making his Tigh début in the illustrious company of our own great rising star, Emma Corbett, a name to watch for the future. She will be a superstar very soon, as she possesses a swing, a joy, an understanding of the music that is rare enough in modern music making. She is a soul player in the truest sense, and someone to be treasured as one of

our own. We will be watching her future career with considerable interest – and for his encouragement and promotion of Emma, fair dues to Frankie: he is as great a talent-spotter now as he always was. Just look at all the different line-ups of Dé Danann over the years. He has the eye and the ear for head-hunting genius. Now, only a few days later, we are to be treated to yet another all-star line-up at Tigh. The musicians are as I said all huge stars in their own right. Two have been here to perform in Tigh and love the venue, as indeed everyone does who plays there. By these two I mean, of course, the sublime Steve Cooney and the amazing Dermot Byrne. But this time they are in the illustrious company of yet another

Bríd Harper and Dermot Bynre

Steve Cooney of our own very best fiddle players. We've been treated to Martin Hayes and Frankie Gavin over the last week and now, here comes the incomparable Bríd Harper!! Where would you get the like of it? West Waterford really is the cultural capital of the world! Winner of countless competitions when she was younger, later she took a break for family matters but in the last few years she's made a huge comeback and is now undoubtedly one of our very finest fiddlers. She plays very often in the company of Dermot Byrne and they gel really well together. So don’t forget another great concert with Brid Harper as she makes her debut in Tigh An Cheoil on this Sunday, August 7th at 9.00 p.m. Tickets €15. Booking 087–9898560 (Sean); Bríd Harper (Fiddle), Dermot Byrne (Box), Steve Cooney (Guitar). BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

SLIABH gCUA LOTTO There was no winner of the €600 Jackpot draw which was held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena, last Sunday night. The winning numbers drawn were 11, 19 and 22. The 5 x €20 winners were Marian & Dermot, Mon Hickey, Mary Morrissey, Imelda Gleeson and Margaret Fennell. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Alice Burke. Next week’s draw for a jackpot of €700 will be held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 7th August, 2016. DEISE DRAW Huge congratulations are extended to Pat Kenneally, Bleantis on his win last Friday night in the Deise Draw which was held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. Pat scooped the top prize of €10,000 and it is the first time the top prize has come to the parish. Pat has been a loyal club supporter over the years and we take this opportunity to wish Pat all the best for the future. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to the Waterford U-21 hurlers on their Munster Final title win over Tipperary last week. Waterford 2-19; Tipperary 0-15. Its the first time the U-21 Munster title has returned to Waterford in 22 years and it is a great achievement for the players, manager and panel. Let’s hope our good fortune continues through the rest of the season! CEILIÚRADH 1916 The Sliabh gCua 1916 Committee have arranged an evening of commemorative events on Friday, 12th August, 2016. All are welcome to come along and join in marking the contribution of all those men and women from the area who contributed to the cause of Irish freedom. The proceedings will start at Knockboy Cemetery at 7.00 p.m. where a wreath will be laid and there will be an oration on the local history of the events of 1916.This will be followed at 8.00 p.m. by raising of the tricolour and unveiling of a Commemorative Plaque in Touraneena Village. To finish the evening, some local 1916 memorabilia will be on display in the Community Centre and refreshments will be served. It promises to be an interesting and historical evening so please come along. The Committee would like to thank the Touraneena Village Improvement and the Touraneena Parish Council who arranged the erection of the flagpoles and the plaque. The forthcoming events will be the culmination of a series of special occasions in the area over the past number of weeks. Eamon Ó Cuiv T.D. was the honorary guest at wreath laying ceremony in Kilbrien and a wonderful evening of celebration held at the Cullinan homestead in Bleantis, where Mr. Ó Cuiv’s grandfather – Eamon DeValera – paid a visit. A commemorative stone was formally unveiled with details of the local events of the 1916 period. A big thank you to the Kitty and the entire Cullinan family for hosting a memorable evening. A special thank you also goes to Johnny Landers for facilitating the Kilbrien commemoration. Finally, our appreciation goes to the ladies who provided the refreshments and to Monnie Hallahan who, as always, was on hand to arrange the music and dancing.

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Lismore Lismore Tidy Towns THANKS to all of the members who are responsible for the maintenance of individual planting areas around the town and who continue this work in their own time while the main work team continue their break from work. During the past week the newly planted Photina/Red Robin hedge at Lios an Oir was trimmed and weeded by our CES worker Paul Feeney who also did other maintenance and painting in the town's environs. Letting resident groups or householders living in Lismore's many housing estates that Waterford City & County Council has launched “The Spick and Span Awards 2016”. This is a new competition to acknowledge the selfless work done by individuals, resident associations and communities that go to great lengths to to improve

and enhance their estates by keeping them clean and well presented. The Waterford City and County Council Spick and Span Awards categories will be judged on an area basis with winning entrants from each of the five council administrative areas. The ultimate aim of the competition is to achieve a cleaner, greener environmentand attractively presented estates and open areas that will benefit all residents and visitors to their areas. Application forms are available from the Civic Offices, Dungarvan or alternatively registration can be done online at waterfordcouncil.ie or www.waterfordcouncil.ie/d epartment/communitysport/spick-spanawards.htm The chairperson, officers and members of Lismore Tidy Towns wish to extend sympathy to Paul Barnes,

our CES worker and Paul’s extended family on the recent death of his mother Sheila Stuart, Owbeg, Lismore. May she rest in peace. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Summary information from the All Ireland Pollinator Plan 2015-2020. EXAMPLES OF ACTIONS TO EXPAND OUR KNOWLEDGE • identify and publish the most appropriate native wild flower species for pollinators in different environmental conditions in Ireland • identify areas of importance to pollinators and prioritise plans for the restoration of pollinator habitats to yield greatest expected net benefits • better understand the economic value of pollination for food and non-food crops in Ireland

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart I ENCOURAGE you to use for your own personal prayer our beautiful church buildings. In recent days I have met people from Japan and from China visiting the Church. They were full of praise for the beauty of the building. As they said, the people who made this place of community worship must really value what they believe. The building is an expression of Faith. The more us, locals visit our churches the safer the buildings will be. Locked places of worship serve little purpose. Learning to read a Church building takes time. I will come back to this topic at a later date. Sincere thanks to you who have stayed with using our weekly contribution boxes since their introduction in the parish. Thanks also to you who give a standing order or your annual contribution. I hope you will be able to continue supporting your own parish as the new boxes go out for the first week of September. A gentle appeal is made to you who are passive users of the parish services to consider how you might engage in a meaningful supportive

way in your faith community. What a joy it is to see all the visitors in our town and countryside. Our willingness to be positively friendly towards these good people will benefit all, and may even encourage people to come back again. Real holidays occur when we meet with the local people in friendly banter. It is the quality of the people that make a place, not solely the many fine buildings. I sometimes wonder if we are no longer shocked by the reports of violence, yet the murder of Fr Jacques Hamel in Saint Etienne-du-Rouvray truly made us shiver. Our prayers are for him and with his parish. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 6th August - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 7th August - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Booley House Summer Season THE Booley House continues its Summer season every Wednesday evening in St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper. Bookings and enquiries to 087-9089466 or 05854975, email: thebooleyhouseshow@gmail.com

Munster Champions, Thomas Ahern and Emma Corbett who came 1st in the duet competition at the recent fleadh held in Listowel, Co. Kerry. Thomas and Emma will be heading to the All Ireland Fleadh in Ennis from August 19th to 21st.

Noel Kenny, Natanya Geoghegan, Fiona Kenny, Rebecca Kenny, Cody Hickey and Damien Geoghegan, pictured at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cappoquin Cappoquin Community Centre LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE IN CHILDCARE FOR 2016/2017 Due to high demand, we now have only limited spaces available in the Childcare facility for the coming year. We have some vacancies in the following age groups, 1-2 year olds, 2-3 year olds and in preschool 3+ years age group. If you wish to book in a child for the coming year, please ring (058) 52746 as soon as possible and the necessary details will be taken.We will then let you know shortly thereafter if we have the capacity to take your child. We also provide a daily after school’s service whereby we collect children directly from the local NS and transport them to the childcare facility where they are provided with a hot meal, help with their homework and free time for play.

The fee is €4.00 per hour and places may be booked also at (058) 52746. DATES FOR YOU DIARY The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in the Community Centre on Thursday, August 18th from 5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. The Sean Kelly Tour takes place this year on August 20th and 21st arriving at Cappoquin Community Centre on the 21st. GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College well now you can as our ultramodern Gym. Our Gym is equipped with Ireland’s most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights. You can pay as you go or join

up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership at €200, 6 months €100, 3 months €60 and monthly €25. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA every Monday afternoon Pilates, Circuit Training Tuesday & Thursday nights and Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Thursday morning. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh (058) 52570 First Floor of the Community Centre.

Cappoquin 1916 Commemoration MONDAY, 15th August, 2016, at the Monument, Melleray Road, Cappoquin for our 1916 Commemorations. That’s the date for the diary and all are welcome. We will gather from 6.30 p.m. in Lower Shanbally for the March to the Monument starting at 7.00 p.m. behind the Thomas Kent Pipe Band, Fermoy. Mr. Sean Murphy will address all present as Guest

Speaker, followed by the reading of the Proclamation, unveiling of Plaques, laying a Wreath and the Raising of the National Flag by local Cappoquin Military Personnel. After which local singers and musicians will entertain us with some light refreshments in the Cavanagh Hall Community Centre, Cappoquin and everyone is most welcome to attend.

Ballyduff Gala Festival BALLYDUFF Gala Festival is fast approaching - 11 days and counting! Starts on Sunday, 14th August, with Our Car Treasure Hunt at 7.00 p.m. from the Community Field. Results and Music in The Log Cabin at 9.30 p.m. Monday 15th - Bingo in St. Michaels Hall fun for all ages Tuesday 16th - Cards 45 Drive in St. Michaels Hall at 8.15 p.m. €10 per game and all proceeds going to Gala Festival. Wednesday 17th - Booley House show at 8.15 p.m. in St. Michael’s Hall. Thursday 18th - Table Quiz in An Sibin Bar at 9.00 p.m. €20 for a table of 4. Come along and test your knowledge! Friday 19th - 7.30 p.m. BBQ followed by an Outdoor Movie Tomorrow Land. €10 per Adult, €8 per Child, €30 Family 2 Adults + 2 Kids. Bookings can be made 058-603090 or pop into St. Michael’s Hall at 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Should

be a fantastic family evening. Saturday 20th - Under 10 John Daly Tournament at 10.00 a.m. in the Community Field. Fairy Door workshop at 2.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. in St. Michael’s Hall for kids from age 5 years - 8 years. Spaces are limited so please book early from Noreen 087-9728768. Kids Fancy Dress on the street at 7.30 p.m. followed by music by D.J. Rourke in the Log Cabin Garden with Bouncing Castle and Results. If you are looking for a bit of music, craic and dance then two nights to keep free are Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st. Saturday night has 1980s themed Disco in St. Michaels Hall D.J. O’Rourke This is a prize for best dressed 80s outfit.This events is over 18’s and ID will be required. Sunday, 21st August - Our Gala Day - Dog Show, Bouncing Castle, Obstacle Course, Sheaf Throwing, Chainsaw and

Sculptuing Display, Special guest Marshall from Paw Patrol making a huge entrance and will chat to all the boys and girls about fire safety. Macra group will have a Human Foosball game. All can take part.Weather permitting hot air balloon and so much more. Sunday evening 6.30 p.m. Line Dancing on the Street in Ballyduff. All are welcome and join in and have a go! Sunday Night - Festival Dance with D.J. Bear in St. Michael’s Hall. Doors open at 11.00 p.m. Next weeks Paper is not to be missed as it will feature our Gala Poster with all events and information on the full weeks events. Keep up to date on our Facebook page - Ballyduff Upper Gala Festival. If anyone is interested in taking a market stall on Gala Day please contact Agnes at 058-60390 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

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CAMPHIRE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS

Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair: James O'Haire, lifts the cup after he won the main competition of the weekend, the GAIN/Alltech CIC 3* on 'China Doll' at Camphire 2016. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

GAIN Dog Show at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair in aid of My Canine Companion: L-R, Catherine Hassett, My Canine Companion, Nikki Wallace, GAIN, Julie Anne French with her dog 'Geordi', Overall Champion of the Show, Linda Collins, My Canine Companion and John Treacy, GAIN Pet Foods. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Timothy O'Keeffe, Jennifer Smith and Mary O'Keeffe pictured on the Rein Rite Horse Training Aid Stand at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Josh Busteed pictured with 'Pepe', and the four rosettes won in the GAIN Dog Show at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Ruan, Rozy and Evie Wilks pictured with Jasper, a prizewinner in the GAIN Dog Show at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Sofia Sjoborg (Sweden) receives the Castleacres Insurance Brookers CCI2* Trophy from Chantal Haddon, Castleacres Insurances, after she won the Camphire International Horse Trials CCI2* on 'DHI Mighty Dwight'. Included are Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Deputy Mayor Waterford City & County Council and William Wilks, Camphire House. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Jim Browne, Ellen Bloxham, Fiona Browne and Anne Browne pictured at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Esther Queally pictured with 'Charlie', a prizewinner in the GAIN Dog Show at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Donna Hallahan and Diesel, a prizewinner in the GAIN Dog Show at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Modeligo 1916 COMMEMORATION In conjunction with the National 100th anniversary of 1916, Modeligo Parish will hold a commemoration at Modeligo graveyard on Friday, August 5th at 8.15 p.m. A decade of the Rosary and a wreath laying ceremony will take place. This is a non- political event and all are welcome. DUCK DERBY The Modeligo Pattern annual Duck Derby took place last Thursday evening in O’Keefe’s Inch. Congratulations to the proud owner and trainer of the winning Duck Reg Fitzgerald. BIRTHDAY WISHES Best wishes to Keith Hickey of Lower Glen who celebrated his 18th birthday during the last week LOTTO RESULTS 30th JULY, 2016 Numbers drawn were 4, 21 and 23. No winner. €25 winners. Catherine Kavanagh, Declan McGrath, Michael Clancy, Ruth & Linda, Clashmore. Next week’s Jackpot €1,100.

Ballysaggart BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Ballysaggart Community Festival was held from Wednesday July 27th to Sunday July 31st. A great time was had by all who attended the various events and activities. A full report will be ready for next week's notes. BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD. The Development Company are holding a

meeting on Tuesday next, August 9th at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre to discuss the completion of the Leaders Grove. All welcome. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Ber Coughlan and John Mills. 2nd: Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan. Lucky Tables: Pat Kirby and Pat O'Connor, Peg Murray and Helen Cunningham, Helen Walsh and Mary Byrne.

David Power introducing fellow Masters of Tradition, Martin Hayes, Dennis Cahill, Mairghéad and Tríona Ní Dhomhnall on stage during their performance on Saturday in Dungarvan.

“Masters” Concert attracts full house in Dungarvan SGC Theatre DUNGARVAN SGC was buzzing with anticipation last Saturday night, as a large crowd gathered for the first live concert to be held in the venue. Acclaimed “Masters of Tradition”, featuring Martin Hayes, Dennis Cahill, David Power, Tríona and Mairghead Ní Dhomhnaill performed in a theatre-style setting, complete with a specially constructed stage in a venue that allowed for optimum sound and dramatic lighting. The 1916 commemorative show, entitled “Love, Loss and Rebellion” celebrated and remembered in song and in music, those

who lived, fought and died in Ireland’s struggle for freedom.The reaction from the packed house (concert tickets were sold out from the weekend before) was overwhelmingly positive, with many audience members declaring an intent to relive the musical experience again when the Masters open the Kilkenny Arts Week festival next week. The premium concert attracted traditional music fans from all over the county and region, with many travelling from neighbouring Cork, Kilkenny, Tipperary and Wexford. Visitors from further afield included many on holiday

from Britain and the U.S., as well as some from Norway and Denmark – all enjoying a night of traditional culture in what one described as “very luxurious and comfortable surroundings” Déise Music, the concert organisers would like to sincerely thank all those who supported this special event – particularly Waterford City and County Council, the Queally family, Eugene Tobin and his team at Dungarvan SGC, Michael Sheehan The Wine Buff, Dungarvan. More photographs and reaction to the concert can be found on the Déise Music facebook page.

David and Yvonne O'Sullivan from Affane.

Kilmac WEDDING Many congratulations to Michael Norris, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas and Naomi Duggan, Wicklow who were united in Holy matrimony in the Basilica, Rome on the 28th June. We wish Michael and Naomi every happiness for the future. SALE Sale is now on in the Sunflower Shop in Kilmacthomas supporting Waterford Hospice, all clothes items at half price,

great bargains to be got. WHIST Results for the Ballylaneen Whist Club Joan Stokes,Veronica Walsh, Eric Townsend, Maureen Sullivan, Paddy O’Shea, Agnes Thomas, Mary B. Bowdren, Biddy Carroll, Mary Walsh, Hannah McGrath and Margaret Hassett. Raffle winners: Paddy O’Shea, Eric Townsend, Mary Daye, Margaret Hassett and Maureen Sullivan.

Odd and Randi-Helene Ejerga from Norway enjoying the Masters of Tradition concert in Dungarvan SGC theatre.

A view from inside the SGC theatre as the audience arrives for the Masters of Tradition concert.

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A section of the queue awaiting entry for the Masters of Tradition concert in the SGC theatre in Dungarvan on Saturday night.

Father and Son - Bernie and David Power after the "Masters" concert in Dungarvan on Saturday night.

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Stradbally ANNUAL TRIP Tay and Mahon Valley Active retirement are organising a trip to Galway. Four nights, all in, 10th October. Open to members and non members. Galway is chosen as Ireland’s representative in Euro Heritage 2017. We have got good value for money. If you might be interested or have any queries please contact Anne 087-1274191 or Tom 087-9386209. GREENWAY Greenway Walk/Talk continue every Wednesday night 7.30 p.m. We will continue to keep within the “Golden Mile” between Durrow bridge and Ballyvoile bridge. The story and visuals of the Station, and the history of the Tunnel are “Gems”. Meet in Car Park across from O’Mahony's Shop and Pub. Adults €5, accompanied children free. Great to see the number of children turning out. All money collected to the Barron Hall restoration fund. Contact person Tom 087-9386209. WALK/TALKS Our next historic site Walk/Talk is to "Ringfort Island" we see the Ogham Stone, which remembers the King of Munster who is buried here. The King is only one person, how did others live and survive? Part of Thursday nights Walk/Talk will view the home of, one of Ireland’s greatest Athletes, Philip Cummins of Island 1870s and 1880s. Meet at Barron Hall, Thursday, 4th August 7.30 p.m. Will return to Barron Hall for cuppa and

chat after the Walk/Talk (contact person Tom 0879386209). Adults €5, children free, and as with Greenway all money to the Barron Hall Restoration Fund. We would like to thank Mary Quinlan (Ringfort) and Liam Clancy (Philip Cummins Home) for access. FIRST FRIDAY MASSES The First Friday Masses in Stradbally will take place on Friday, 5th August at 9.30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, Faha and 7.00 p.m. at St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen. THANKS Fr. Jerry Condon would like to thank all who attended the Mass at the Holy Well in Ballylaneen on Tuesday evening last. Thanks to all who organised the events, those who sponsored food and medals. Thanks to those who cooked the food, and provided the BBQ. Thanks to the stewards who provided safety for all on the road, and those who had the well beautifully maintained. And finally thank you to Pat Dunphy for providing the field to hold the events. BIKE RALLY Stradbally hosted a Harley Davison Rally over the weekend after a number of years absence. Many over-seas biker enthusiasts arrived in Stradbally on Thursday evening via Rosslare to set up camp for the weekend. The gleaming models were lined up at the Square for viewing on Friday and Saturday where all the men

and boys in the Parish were filled with admiration. Over the weekend the visitors were able to experience the local food, scenery and entertainment and the weather was favourable for camping. We would hope that their experience was all positive and that we shall see them back again next year. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS No Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw held recently at Whelan’s Bar. The numbers drawn were 5, 12, 15 and 17. €25 winners were Matt Kiely, Diarmuid Crowley and Siobhan Navin. The promoter’s prize went to Francis Sheehan. The next draw will take place at the Cove Bar on Sunday, 7th August, with a Jackpot on offer of €4,400. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. The FAI National Draw tickets are now on sale by our Club members. All proceeds go towards our club and is one of our main fundraisers. Tickets are €10 each and there is a wide variety of prizes on offer including motor cars. TIDY TOWNS NEWS We would like to extend a warm welcome to those families that have recently moved into St. James’Wood in Stradbally. We hope they will be happy in their new homes and enjoy living in Stradbally with its lovely beaches and walks. The community has lots to offer in schools, sports and recreation and pride of place.

Every picture tells a story. Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Group on a trip to the "Greenway" Monday, 25th July, 2016. The background, one could be in a rain forest. Tom Hickey (centre picture) gives some of the history of the 'Railway" to a very attentive group and then continue the walk into Ballyvoile tunnel. Later, all retired to O’Mahony's, Helen and Tom had the tea ready, it was perfect. [Photo courtesy of Maureen Browne]

Mercy Sisters - Stradbally

The Vintage Tea will be in the Village Hall (Barron Hall) this Saturday, 6th August 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m., the Hall will become the tearoom for the afternoon, serving tea, sandwiches, cakes and with some home baking to take away. We are grateful to the staff of a small Hotel in Torquay who have volunteered to help out. Waldorf Salads may or may not be served. But we will have a "Warldorf Salads" sketch, c10minutes 3 or 4 times during the afternoon. It will be fun. All proceeds to the Barron Community Hall Stradbally Ltd. Registered Charity No., 19751.

The Mercy Sisters in Stradbally 1875-1988 cont . . . “Myrtle Lodge” soon became insufficient, applications from postulants came in quick succession. The Sisters thought about moving. Hannigan's Hotel in the Village became available, it was part of the Woodhouse Estate Property. The Annuals tell us that the Mercy Sisters moved into Hannifin's Hotel in 1883, (now Whelan's Bar). The success with the pupils brought its own challenges, more space was required. The Sisters received permission from Fr. Casey to build a new school on his land in Carrigahilla. In 1885 a Mr. Doolin, an architect in Dublin was invited to draw up plans for building a new school. The works

was duly carried out, and the Board of Works advanced a grant of £416.19.4. The remaining amount needed was £208.9.8 which was the local contribution. The new Convent school was opened in 1890. In 1962 was reconstructed by Clancy and Company Waterford. £1195 was collected locally. When the reconstruction was taking place the pupils and nuns moved the class to the "Old Rectory" in the village. Stradbally Convent Final Home of the Convent Fr. Casey Parish Priest died in 1885, (Buried inside Holy Cross Church) his house and land (Aprox 40 acres) went to the Mercy Sisters. The "Sisters" took possession of the Big House on the hill, which they named “Mount St.

Joseph’s (Carrigahilla). The Annuals relate that “like the the Dove let loose in Eastern Skies” they felt in Mount St. Joseph's. “Gods sunshine on their joyful way, Gods freedom in their Wings". In Fr. Casey’s time the house was L shaped, the front door faced the sea. The Nuns rearranged it to suit their needs. Fr Casey's successor, Fr. Burke took over as new P.P., Rev., Mother Patricia donated 6 acres for the new Parochial house and grazing for the horse. (Above courtesy of Stradbally na Deise). To be continued. Any queries or if you might like to add to the above please contact tomaphickey@gmail.com or Tom 087-9386209. A gathering of past pupils in the Cove Bar Friday August 12th.

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Judges Paddy Gordon, Gillian Norris and Mary Prendergast at the Final of the Comeragh Queen [David Clynch Photography] Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien.

Niamh Walsh sponsored by Comeragh Development Group.

Aileen Power sponsored by Day to Day.

Comeragh Queen 2016 Anna Twomey who was sponsored by O and A Hairdressers pictured with her dad Jerry Twomey at the Comeragh Queen Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

Kilrossanty COMERAGH QUEEN Comeragh Queen started last Thursday with the Noreen Prendergast Memorial Walk on the new Greenway from Ballinroad to Durrow with young and old walking in lovely weather. The bus picked up people at Crotty’s and ferried them to Ballinroad and then picked them up at Durrow. Back to Crotty’s where refreshments were served thanks to Crotty’s. All donations and contributions from the walk are going to Solas Centre Waterford. Thanks to all who walked and contributed. The final figure will be given when all donations will be in. A big crowd attended. FRIDAY Kilrossanty played Clashmore in Junior Football in the field. This was a championship match and was also part of the O’Donnell Cup which is played every year in conjunction with the festival which Kilrossanty won. Bingo followed later that night in Crotty’s which attracted a big crowd with great cash prizes for each game. SATURDAY Saturday was the Sports evening in the field. Many side shows were on, but the biggest attraction was the Donkey Derby with some good and bad jockeys. BBQ was a great attraction. Thanks to all who organised it on the day. SUNDAY Crowning of the Comeragh Queen 2016. Music on the night was provided by Gerry Walsh and his band, and also Mary Prendergast. The winner of the Comeragh Queen 2016 was Anna Twomey, Shanbally, sponsored by O and A Hairdressers. Anna received a trophy, sponsored by Crotty’s Inn, cash prize and tiara and a Bouquet of flowers on the night. Well done Anna. Comeragh Queen Festival

was sponsored by Heinekin and Comeragh Oil. A word of thanks to all sponsors, of the Queens, donkey derby and any other side shows that took place over the four day period. The judges on the night were Gillian Norris, Mary Prendergast and Paddy Gordon whilst the M.C. on the night Karen Halley Walsh who did a wonderful job. Many thanks to all four. S.V.P. Collection this weekend for S.V.P SACRISTANS Sacristans collection is now due An envelope for same is in your bundle of envelopes. DEISE DRAW The club had one winner in the deise draw last Friday night in Ballymacarbry. Breda Crotty won €200. Well done Breda. BEST OF LUCK Best of luck to Waterford hurlers who take on Kilkenny in the semi-final this Sunday in Croke Park. HALL Hall Meeting - 9th August at 9.00 p.m. MASS Mass in old graveyard on Wednesday, 10th August at 8.00 p.m. Refreshments after in the hall. VINTAGE TEA Barron Hall, Stradbally are holding a Vintage Tea in the Village Hall on Saturday 6th from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Come and enjoy afternoon tea in the old fashioned way complete with bone china cake stands, and an array of sandwiches no crusts and cakes of every type.The tastefully refurbished Barron Hall is an ideal setting for such an event and visitors can feel free to view their surroundings on the day. Proceeds will go to hall funds. Saturday 6th 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. MARRIAGE Congratulations to William Cusack and Kathleen Nugent who were married last week in Rome. Best wishes for the future together.

Catherine, Enda, Darragh and Eana Farrell all from Grawn, Kilmacthomas pictured at the final of the Comeragh Queen Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

Yasmin Power sponsored by Cllr. Liam Brazil.

Maggie Hally sponsored by Crotty’s Inn.

Alex Lehane sponsored by Veale’s Supermaket. Mandy Ryan sponspored by Cllr. John O'Leary.

MC Karen Walsh and Niamh Farrell sponsored by Farm Relief Services on stage at the final of the Comeragh Queen Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

Tony Coffey, Chairman of Comeragh Queen Festival announcing Anna Twomey, sponsored by O and A Hairdressers, as Comeragh Queen 2016 at the fiinal of the Comeragh Queen Festival in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

Abby Daly sponsored by Village Flowers.

Jade Keating Walsh sponsored by Mary Butler TD.

Niamh Cahill sponsored by Eddie Cunningham Plant Hire.

Michelle Foley sponsored by Waterford Sheepbreeders' Association.

Grace Whelan sponsored by Tom Morrissey Builder.

Donna Quinlan, Chloe Raher and Laura Kirwan, all from Kilrossanty pictured at the Final of the Comeragh Queen Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

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Ardmore Dr. Joe Meehan Ardmore Tidy Towns GOLDEN OLDIES The ‘Golden Oldies’ night out at the 60s/70s disco/dance was a night never to be forgotten. The younger ones might teach us a lot about facebook & twitter etc but when it comes to enjoying ourselves – well they’re only apprentices. The laughter and craic that resounded around St. Declan’s Hall and indeed all over the village on Friday night and well into Saturday morning had to be seen to be believed. And as for value for money – well we had that too because most of us were wrecked from sleep deprivation and crippled with pains and stiffness through Saturday and indeed Sunday! Brilliant DJ, John O’Shea was delighted with the turnout and the whole night and his abiding memory of Ardmore was ‘everyone who came in that door was laughing and they continued laughing all night’. Well done Ardmore. Halla Déuglán rocked like ‘twas old times. Seldom have I heard so many people leaving an event request an encore and I can assure you that if we’re alive and all other things being equal we’ll try to run it again on the Friday of August bank holiday weekend in 2017. And given the effort at period rigout by some maybe we should have had a spot prize for most appropriate attire. Food for thought! As it was Declan Hennessy won first prize of an overnight stay in Cliff House, Mary Prendergast won dinner for two at

Whitehorses, Margaret Lynch won the half day voucher from Ardmore Adventues, Billy Ramsell (Jnr) and his new wife Ailbhe won Eleanor Carlton’s voucher and Peggy Burke won The Art Gallery and Tea Rooms voucher. Sincere thanks to everyone who supported us and especially our generous sponsors and all of you who bought tickets. BARBECUE AT ROUND TOWER Another hectic weekend in Ardmore with the August Bank Holiday family barbecue at The Round Tower Hotel taking centre stage on Sunday afternoon. This lovely event accompanied the Hotel’s Gig in the Garden with local group Samson providing the music and family friendly garden providing a wonderful setting. Another most enjoyable afternoon reasonable weather but no sunshine was enjoyed by a huge crowd. Again our sincere thanks to Aidan & Trish at The Round Tower Hotel for the perfect setting. DR. JOE MEEHAN MEMORIAL WALK The inaugural Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk took place on Monday afternoon and despite the miserable weather hundreds of people of all ages walked through the village in his honour.The proceeds of the day will be divided between Hospice and St. Declan’s Conference of St Vincent de Paul, who organised the event. Conference President,

Brian Gleeson paid a lovely tribute to Dr. Joe and he led a minutes sustained round of applause for him before we moved off. I’m sure Dr. Joe, observing from the heavens was saying ‘ye must be mad to be out on a day like this’. Maybe we are but that’s the esteem in which he was held by all. LOCATION FOR STATUE & BOAT We have been asked to suggest a location for the ‘fisherman and his boat’ which was carved out so wonderfully by John Hayes of Special Branch Carving during the Pattern Festival. The festival committee have very kindly donated this unique piece to the village and we’re looking for a home for it. Already we’ve had a few suggestions, but to get a proper feel for it we’ve decided to put a ‘suggestion box’ in The Post Office for you to write your suggestions.Then we’ll have a look and consult with the committees and decide. IRISH TV Some of you may have seen the cameras around Ardmore and at the Farmers Market a couple of weeks ago in the glorious sunshine. This was being filmed as a Waterford Tidy Towns feature and Clashmore Tidy Towns were also filmed that same day. The programme will be aired on Channel 191 (on the Sky TV listings) on Tuesday, 2nd August at 7.00 p.m., and is usually repeated later in the week...so you might just catch a glimpse of yourself on the TV!

Ardmore/Grange ICA ONCE again our Annual Antique Fair was a resounding success. Ardmore / Grange ICA wish to thank all those people who came from far and wide to support us. They enjoyed the banter with the dealers who always have a variety of items on offer and afterwards the chat and the cupán tae in the ICA hall served with delicious cakes. To the guild members a big thank you for all the work that was put in on the days before the event and for the tasty cakes of all makes, shapes and sizes which went down a treat

with the patrons. Bernie Stillwell what would we do without you? Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We also wish to thank the hall committee for the use of St. Declan’s hall without which we would not be able to hold the Antique Fair. We thank all the Media for advertising the event. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir. We attended a wonderful night at the Blackwater Garden Centre recently. We were greeted by Ann who had the coffee and tea made with a selection of her beau-

tiful cakes. Following that we were treated to a romantic musical film made in 1958 an adaptation of the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical South Pacific. A very enjoyable night was had by all our members. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Mary Birney from Waterford ICA Federation is holding a social Craft Morning in Ardmore ICA Hall on Thursday, 11th August from 10.00 a.m. 4.00 p.m. Anyone attending this craft day could you please inform Jean McCarthy.

derful talent this too is a concert not to be missed. Tickets are now on sale from Liam on 087-6256055. This wonderful venue of St Declan's Church with its acoustic and super atmosphere will no doubt once again fill to capacity so don't be disappointed, pick your tickets up today.

Memorial Walk

A huge turnout for the inagural Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk in Ardmore on Monday. The walk was in aid of St. Declan’s Conference of St. Vincent De Paul and also Marymount Hospice. [Gerry O'Mahony-Youghal News] A BUMPER crowd turned out for the inaugural Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk in Ardmore on Bank Holiday Monday. Despite the very inclement weather people came from far and near to walk in memory of the late Dr.

Pictured at the Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk on Monday were the colourful O'Regans; Aoife, Molly, Ciara and Colm. [Gerry O'Mahony-Youghal News]

Meehan, who was GP for Ardmore, Grange, Piltown and Clashmore for over 35 years. All monies raised will be shared between St. Declan’s Conference SVP and Marymount Hospice Cork.

Pictured at the Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk on Monday were Nick Keating and Trish Quirke. [Gerry O'Mahony-Youghal News]

10 Year Celebration of Ardmore Pattern Festival marks an amazing Finale for Committee THE 10th Ardmore Pattern Festival has come and gone and left a lifetime of fabulous memories for all those who attended a week long celebration which has been hailed as the best yet by festival goers who got to enjoy over one hundred events in the beautiful seaside village of Ardmore. Sunday, 18th July saw the start of what continued to be a hugely successful Festival with the Annual Antique Fair & Afternoon Tea being held in St. Declan’s Hall. Monday, the 19th saw Actor Seamus O'Rourke entertain a packed house in his performance of “Danger Money”. Tuesday, saw the return of the Kilkenny Gospel Choir who first performed in Ardmore in 2009 for a free concert to celebrate 10 years and there was a record attendance at Monster Bingo in St. Declan's Hall on Wednesday. The much anticipated Mary Black concert was held on Thursday, July 21st and on Friday night Deirdre O'Kane had the village hall in fits of laughter, along with Ross Browne who warmed up the audience prior to Deirdre’s performance. On Saturday, 23rd hundreds of families scurried off to enjoy a hectic schedule of street entertainment and events in St Declan's School. Botanist Eanna Ní Lamhna explored the rock pools at the Boat Cove, record numbers attended at St Paul’s to hear authors Tomi Reichental, Ronnie Delany and Marita Conlon McKenna. The Teddy Bear’s Picnic was a joy for all the toddlers as the waddled around enjoying the entertainment. Guided Tours of Ardmore Coast Guard Station & Fire Station attracted large crowds curious to see how these vital services operate within the community, live music on the Festival Stage entertained the

crowds all weekend. Saturday concluded with fireworks over Ardmore Bay and there was something particularly spectacular about this year’s display. On Pattern Sunday, 24th July the pace was more relaxed as worn out from a week long action-packed programme thousands ambled along to chosen events, nature trails, guided tours, displays, fancy dress, dog show and farmers market was the order of the day. The day saw a number of events held to celebrate the patron Saint of Ardmore, Declan, which began with a large number of people walking along the ancient pilgrim path of St. Declan’s Way from Grange to St. Declan's Well following which Mass was celebrated by Fr Milo Guiry with guest speaker Fr Stiofán Ó Cadhla author of 'The Holy Well Tradition'. St. Declan’s School was transformed into a have of peace and tranquillity for ‘Mind, Body and Spirit’ Workshops which were enjoyed by all. John Hayes, Special Branch Carvings had his audience intrigued with his skilful chainsaw carving of a Fisherman which will be installed in the village. Again record numbers filed into St. Paul’s to hear guest authors Lorna Byrne, Dr. Eddie Murphy and Mary Kennedy who concluded by singing with her sister Deirdre a beautiful rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’. And before we knew it, Aslan were in concert for our finale event looking out over the beautiful bay of Ardmore, hundreds came to see Christy and the boys perform, they rocked Ardmore and the atmosphere was electric, a fantastic occasion to mark the conclusion of 10 wonderful years of the Ardmore Pattern Festival. It’s hard to believe that ten years of fes-

tival fun have come and gone, having grown from humble beginnings in 2007 to the fantastic family event it is today. It has been an incredible journey for us and we are grateful for your continued support as we grew. The success of the festival would not be possible without our sponsors, our festival friends, the businesses and individuals who donate prizes and the valuable contribution of former members of the Committee, huge thanks to our stewards, volunteers and helpers, the support of Fr. Milo Guiry and of course the whole community of Ardmore, together we built the Ardmore Pattern Festival. We are blessed with a vibrant community spirit where help and co-operation are the natural course of what we do and this is what sets the Ardmore Pattern Festival apart and makes it as special as it is. This year’s festival marks a sterling 10 year contribution by two committee stalwarts, John Supple, who had the foresight, the heart and determination to revive the celebration of the Pattern Day of St. Declan and steer it forward successfully and Maurice Power who grappled hard with dilemmas, banners and cable ties and held the festival together with his positive and humorous spirit. It also marks an emotional time for us as it signals the end of an era as all of us step down from the mantle of ‘the Committee’. After many years of commitment we are now ready to pass on that mantle to like minded individuals with the vision and enthusiasm to carry it forward into the future and we invite you to express your interest to us over the coming weeks. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go léir.

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise FÓGRA UISCE A FHIUCHADH – AN RINN / CEANN HEILBHIC De réir comhairle ó Fheidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte, agus ar mhaithe le sláinte an phobail tá Fógra Uisce a Fhiuchadh á eisiúint ag Uisce Éireann do réigiún na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic. Dá réir sin, moltar go ndéanfaidh úsáideoirí Scéim Soláthair Uisce Phoiblí na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic uisce a fhiuchadh sula n-úsáidtear é. Ní mór duit Uisce a fhiuchadh sna cásanna seo a leanas: - Uisce Óil, -Deochanna a dhéantar le huisce, - Ullmhú sailéad agus bianna den tsamhail chéanna, i gcás nach ndéantar iad a chócaráil sula n-itear iad, -Fiacla a scuabadh, Oighear a dhéanamh. There is a boil water notice in effect for An Rinn / Ceann Heilbhic. Please ensure that you boil water before use, including for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth and making ice. SNÁMH URRAITHE CEANN HEILBHIC Beidh an 22ú Snámh Urraithe Bhliantúil i gCeann Heilbhic, ar mhaithe leis an Bád Tarrthála i gCeann Heilbhic ar siúl Dé Domhnaigh 14ú Lúnasa. Is féidir clárú anois don snámh. Beidh an snámh agus an BBQ ag tosnú ag 1i.n. Beidh snámh 2km agus 4km ar siúl. Tuilleadh eolais: 087 821 0420; ofclancy@gmail.com The 22nd Annual Sponsored Swim in Ceann Heilbhic, in aid of the Heilbhic Lifeboat Station, will take place on the 14th August. The swim is now open for registration. The swim and BBQ will start at 1pm. There will be a 2k and a 4k swim. Further Information: 087 821 0420; ofclancy@gmail.com”. CAMPA SAMHRAIDH AN TSEAN PHOBAIL Beidh campa samhraidh ar siúil i bPáirc Cholmáin ón 8ú go dtí 12ú Lúnasa.Tosóidh an campa ag a deich ar maidin.

Beidh ceachtanna peile, iomána spórt éagsúla, ealaíon agus eile. Beidh costas €40 ar an gcúrsa. Geolbhaigh gach páiste geansaí traenalá CLG saor in aisce. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Ann Hogan 0861655137. A summer camp will take place in Páirc Cholmáin in An Sean Phobal from the 8th to the 12th of August. The camp will begin at 10.00 a.m. There will be football and hurling training, various sports, art and much more. Each child will get a free GAA training top. Further info available from Ann Hogan on 086-1655137. TIGH AN CHEOIL Beidh Steve Cooney, Dermot Byrne agus Bríd Harper i dTigh an Cheoil Dé Domhnaigh, 7 Lúnasa.Ticéad ar fáil ar €15, beidh sé ag tosnú thart ar 8.15 i.n. Steve Cooney, Dermot Byrne and Bríd Harper will play in Tigh an Cheoil, Sunday 7th August. Tickets are available for €15, doors open at 8.15 p.m. DAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN Seachtain de léachtaí, d'imeachtaí, de chraic is de chaidreamh, a reachtáiltear i gColáiste na Rinne, Rinn Ó gCuanach sna Déise gach Lúnasa, atá i gceist le Daonscoil na Mumhan. Beidh sé ar siúl idir 14 - 19 Lúnasa.Tá suaimhneas ar leith le brath ar sheachtain na Daonscoile in Oirdheisceart na Gréine gach Lúnasa. Suite mar atá sé ar imeall na farraige tá deiseanna siúlóide ag sméideadh ó gach taobh. Bíonn dreamanna beaga le feiscint ag siúl leo gach am den lá. Siúlóid mhall shuaimhneach nó a mhalairt, tá slite fíorthaitneamhacha sa Rinn don siúlóir. Tuilleadh eolais: Míchéal Ó Drisleáin 0 8 7 - 7 9 3 8 7 0 9 , micheal@anr inn.com, www.daonscoilnamumhan.c om DÁNLANN JOAN CLANCY Tá taispeantas grúpa an samhraidh ar siúl i nDánlann Joan Clancy i láthair na huaire. Tá saothar céimithe

Crawford 2016 Emmet Brickley agus Cathy Bacon, céimithe CCN Noeleen Crossan comh maith le Sinead Ni Chionaola, Damaris Lysaght, Blawnin Clancy, Ciara Gormley, Rayleen Clancy agus Katarzyna Gajewska le fáil.Tá dánlann Joan Clancy lonnaithe idir Coláiste na Rinne agus An Coinigéar, 10km ó Baile Dún Garbhán. The Summer Group Show is open in Joan Clancy Gallery. Featuring 2016 Crawford Fine Art prizewinning graduates Emmet Brickley and Cathy Bacon and the talented CCN Art Portfolio grad Noeleen Crossan along with some of Ireland’s most remarkable painters Sinead Ni Chionaola, Damaris Lysaght, Blawnin Clancy, Ciara Gormley, Rayleen Clancy and Katarzyna Gajewska. Joan Clancy Gallery is located between Coláiste na Rinne and An Coinigéar, 10k south of Dungarvan. COMHDHÁIL – COLÁISTE NA RINNE Beidh comhdháil i gColáiste na Rinne, An Rinn ar oidhreacht an t-éirí amach. Beidh sé ar siúl ón 30ú Meán Fómhair go dtí an 2ú Deireadh Fómhair. AN GHAELTACHT CLG - TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equipment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything.

Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087-0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seed's etc. To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 087-0569907. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9r.n. – 11r.n. ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

Martina McGrath and Pat Ronayne pictured at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair.

Allen Brady, Event Organiser and Van De Vater, President Camphire International Horse Trials, pictured at Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair 2016.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Some of the Ladies Hospitality & Catering team who volunteered at the 21st Helvick Swim & BBQ: Eilis Rossister, Brid Hughes, Mary Condon, Olivere Walsh and Eileen Moloney. [Mary Tobin]

22nd Annual Helvick Swim & BBQ PREPARATIONS are well advanced for the 22nd Annual Helvick Swim & BBQ which takes place on Helvick Pier on Sunday, August 14th from 1.00 p.m. The Swim & BBQ have become an important community event in the County Waterford Gaeltacht, attracting visitors from all over the country and overseas, where people meet up for a great family day out, while cheering on our swimmers as they cross Dungarvan Bay from Ballinacourty to Helvick Pier, raising sponsorship for the Helvick Lifeboat. “We have a new selection of beautiful RNLI quality merchandise,” said Hon

Fundraising Treasurer Dolores Walsh “and this year contestants for both the King and Queen of Helvick will have to throw the wellie!” The Helvick Swim & BBQ holds attractions for all ages, with face painting, Stormy Stan, delicious sandwiches, ice cream, Dog Show, Dungarvan Brass Band, Mad Hatter, a raffle for 17 prizes and a few surprises in the pipeline. Info for swimmers: 087-8210420; ofclancy@gmail.com General info: 087-2120039; 0861225818; (058) 46314; rnlihelvick@gmail.com

A section of the crowd enjoying the 21st Helvick Swim & BBQ on Helvick Pier.

[Mary Tobin]

Sponsored swimmer Laurence Boland with family members at the 21st Helvick Swim & BBQ on Helvick Pier. [Mary Tobin]

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West Waterford HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARY Congratulations and best wishes to Mrs. Mary Dower, Clashmore Village, who celebrates her 100th birthday this Thursday, August 4th. Mary invites all of you, her family and friends to join her for the celebration of Mass in Clashmore Church at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday evening and for music and light refreshments afterwards at the Decies Bar. A very happy birthday to you Mary from all your family and friends. AGLISH / BALLINAMEELA / MOUNT STUART PARISH NEWS Feast of the Assumption: On Monday, August 15th, the Feast of the Assumption a Holy Day of obligation Masses will be celebrated in Aglish Church at 11.00 a.m. and in Ballinameela at 7.30 p.m. that evening. Please note there will be no Mass in Mount Stuart. St. Declan’s Well Mass Toor: Thursday, 21st July, saw a great number of people attending the Mass with Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan as Chief Celebrant along with eleven priests.The reading was read by Breda O’Connell; the Gospel by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., Ring, and the Homily by Bishop Cullinan. Then we were led in prayer by Fr. John Kiely. The choir was the Youth Liturgy Group under Caroline O’Connor and Caroline Quinn and local priest Fr. Gerard O’Connor. Thanks to all who helped to make the day so easy, the caretakers of the Well Davy and Peggie Reynolds, the local farmers who trimmed the hedges; Pat Walsh for the use of his field for parking; the Civil Defence; the County Council; the Stewards and the Gardai. Dr. James Vincent O’Brien Remembered: On Friday, July 22nd, a special Mass was celebrated in Aglish church to remember Dr. James Vincent O’Brien a native Aglish man who lost his life in the battle of the Somme. All who died at that time were also remembered at this Mass.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament each week in our Parish as follows Ballinameela - Tuesday 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m.; Aglish Wednesday 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. WEDDING BELLS ORMOND – AHERNE Congratulations and best wishes to Clashmore lady Katie Ormond, daughter of Jimmy and Ann, Ballinamultina and Mark Aherne of Tallow who were married on Friday last at St. Cronin’s Church. Fr. Maurice O’Gorman, P.P., officiated. Every good wishes to you both for a long and happy life together from all your family and friends. AN SIOPA NUA OPEN FOR BUSINESS Clashmore got some welcome news this week, with the reopening of our local shop “An Siopa Nua” under new management. Dungarvan man Jerry Twomey and his daughter Anna welcomed customers to their family run – well stocked and revamped shop in the village over the weekend. For those of you who might wish to practice your gaeilge - there is an extra treat in store. Anna, a fluent Irish speaker will be only too happy to converse with you in Irish as you shop. We wish Jerry, Anna and all the Twomeys every success in their new business venture and we hope they got lots of support in Clashmore. HAPPY 21st EDEL Congratulations and best wishes to Edel O’Keeffe, Ballyheeney, Clashmore, on the occasion of her 21st birthday. A very happy birthday to you Edel, from all your family and friends. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS Our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw results for Sunday night last, July 31st letters drawn were S, H, Y and P. We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €1,450, when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to: Helen Collins, Liam Troy and Aiden

Foley. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. GRAVE YARD MAINTENANCE COLLECTION Thanks to our caretaker who does trojan work right throughout the year. Our graveyards at Aglish and Ballinameela are always beautifully maintained. In appreciation for all his hard work each year here in the Parish we have a Caretakers - Church Gate Collection. This year’s collection takes place at all Masses this weekend, August 6th and 7th in Aglish and Ballinameela. Please show your appreciation for those who care so well for the resting place of our loved ones by supporting this collection on the day of putting your donation in an envelope and dropping it off at the Parish Priest house at any time.Thank you. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €6,700 - The weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, August 1st. Our numbers this week were 2, 14, 24, 29. We had no match four winner. Our lucky €20 each spot prize winners were: Kevin Barry, Shane O’Neill, Pat Troy, Kieran McGrath and Jim Power. Our next draw takes place at the Old Still Bar on Monday night, August 8th, when our Jackpot will be €6,700. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Clashmore 45 Drive on Bank Holiday Monday night, August 1st. Our weekly 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore. 1st prize on eight games were Eileen Dower and Mary O’Donovan. In second place jointly on seven games we had Maura McGrath and Brian Foley; Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Best of the last five were Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy. Our lucky last game winners were Derry Cotter and Paul

O’Connell. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Community Heroes of the Month – July 2016 – Clashmore and Kinsalebeg GAA: Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council plan to recognise every month people who make a voluntary contribution in our community. These people are seldom recognised or thanked for what they do but without them there would be no community. (Nominations for groups can be made on the Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council Facebook page). This month the winners are Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA who provide a great facility for the Parish. As well as competing in all the various leagues at all ages, the Club hosted the annual Kellogg’s sponsored Cul Camp with over 140 children attending coaching sessions. In June the Club hosted teams from Monaghan and Armagh as part of the Feile na nGael 2016. All this work takes a lot of organisation and the current committee consists of Chairman - Tim Bourke; Secretary - John Foley; Treasurer - Billy O’Halloran, as well as Declan Hickey, Pat O’Halloran, Noel Nugent, Eamonn Beresford, Michael O’Halloran, Pat Ryan, Ita Keevers, Noel Smyth, J. J. O’Neill, Barry O’Neill, and Aidan O’Rourke. There is a strong team of coaches consisting of James Landers, Brian Barry, Jason Seward, Brian O’Halloran, David Salmon, John Foley, Declan Hickey and Timmy O’Keeffe. Katie Fleming and Mary O’Halloran do a lot of work on the Cul Camp. On the Ladies side of the Club there is an active committee consisting of Chairperson Jacinta Fitzgerald; Secretary Cliona O’Keeffe; Treasurer Sarah Flavin with Evelyn O’Brien, Ita Keevers, Paula

Coach Barry Dunne with kids who took part in the Kellogg’s Cul Camp. Cliffe, Helena Hynes and Ger Daly taking up the other roles. There is strong coaching support also this year with Sean Bourke and Joe Flanagan training the Senior Ladies, P. J. Burke and Grainne Ryan the Minors. For the youngers ones Cliona O’Keeffe, Paula Cliffe, Helena Hynes, Ita Keevers, Kate Cliffe, Jess Fitzgerald, J.J. O’Neill and Jimmy Quinn carry out the training duties. So you can see that a lot of people put in a lot of time to make the Club successful. (If we've missed anybody out we’re sorry.) Their efforts are greatly appreciated by the Community and they are worthy winners of July's Community Heroes. Survey of Clashmore's Graveyards: A survey of Clashmore's graveyards will be carried out on Friday 12th and Saturday, 13th August from 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. The Survey will be led by John Tierney and Jacinta Kiely from Historic Graves, a local company who carry out these projects throughout Ireland and the UK.We need volunteers to help take photos and record details and also anybody who has stories about the graveyards. The information will be recorded on the website historicgraves.com and provide a useful resource for conservation, archaeology, local history and tourism. As an introduction, John

Tierney will give a talk on “Using Headstones and Homesteads for genealogical tourism in West Waterford” on Thursday, 11th August at 7.30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre, Clashmore. HOMES URGENTLY NEEDED FOR THE AUTUMN TERM Students aged 16-17 mainly from Italy and Germany are coming to study at Pobalscoil, Youghal from September until May including Christmas. Could you look after one or two students in your home? You will receive €500 per month per student. If you have a spare room or would like your children to meet young people from another country, then contact Mary O’Shea on 086-3158300 to find out more. EUROPEAN GOLD FOR IRISH YOUNG RIDERS The GAIN Horse Feeds Irish Young Rider (Under 21) Show Jumping Team are the new European Champions, winning the Team Gold Medal in dramatic fashion at the Green Glens arena in Millstreet, Co. Cork, last Friday night Despite having won many underage medals over the years

this is the first Young Rider team to win gold. Mayo’s Michael G. Duffy, Dublin’s Matt Garrigan, Gavin Harley from Donegal and Wicklow’s Max O’Reilly Hyland, finished the two-round contest on a total of just five faults. Ten of the top Young Rider teams from around Europe battled over two rounds of tense competition, with the home team under the guidance of 2015 coach of the year Clashmore native - Chef d’Equipe, Comdt. John Ledingham, capturing the Gold medal amid huge celebrations at the Cork venue. Ireland were tied for the lead with Belgium on a zero score at the halfway stage following clear rounds from Duffy riding Felix, Garrigan with Contino and O’Reilly Hyland with Ahmed Du Calvaire. The second round saw Ireland add just five faults to their total. Duffy came home with just a time fault, while Garrigan lowered a single fence. Ireland’s last rider, Gavin Harley with Understone Van de Kapel, delivered a perfect clear to seal the gold medal for Ireland. The Netherlands took the Silver medal with Switzerland claiming Bronze.

Coaches Joe Flanagan and Ita Keevers.

Just some of the people who devote lots of time to the management and training of our under age girls teams.

Jaz Fitzgerald and Tim O’Keeffe.

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John Dee and Jimmy Breen discussing some healthy fruit options at the Dungarvan Men’s Shed.

Dick Clancy and Nicky Sheehan hard at work in the garden.

John Dee, Dick Clancy and Nicky Sheehan raking over garden issues.

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THE Booley House show delivers 90 minutes of fast-paced performance of music, song, dance and storytelling and is considered to be one of the premier shows of its kind in Ireland. A reception of tea, coffee and locally-made cakes before the show, add to a memorable night and a genuine welcome.The show is staged every Wednesday in July and August in the village of Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford, Ireland. An exciting and fast-paced show that has evolved every year since 1991, with a cast of over 70 of all ages, it is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat! The dance routines include Irish dancing, set dancing and the ever popular brush dancing. The dance troupe offer many fast moving and rhythmic routines, elegant slip jigs and, some of the finest male percussion-style dancing. It also fosters the unique legacy of the golden-tongued Irish story teller or 'seanachai'. The musicians provide a unique sound performing on traditional instruments.This has been the hallmark of the Booley House since its inception. ` On vocals, some of the finest local singers hold audiences enthralled with their solo and combined singing. The Booley House group are often asked to appear at various events, and welcome these invitations including festivals, tours,TV specials, corporate events and weddings. They are also often asked to provide a small number from the cast for a special event which always guarantees to be fast-paced and energetic! To Book tickets for this Superb show Ph: 087-9089466 or Lismore Heritage Centre 058-54975 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. or email thebooleyhouseshow@gmail.com To hire a Booley House event contact Tom Hyland on 08608208242. Booley House performers have been invited to perform at the GAA World Games Series Concert on Sunday, 7th August, 2016 at 8.00 p.m. - Heilix Theatre DCU. The Etihad Airways GAA World Games Series comes to Ireland for the first time in August 2016.Thousands of players and fans from GAA clubs around the world will travel to Dublin to participate in a momentous week of competitions and events which will culminate in a grand final in Croke Park. A special concert to welcome the World Games Series to Ireland will take place on Sunday, 7th August at 8.00 p.m. in the Helix Theatre DCU Dublin that involves some of the most exciting national and international performers including: Damien Dempsey - Japanese Taiko Drummers - Lisa Lambe (formerly of Celtic Woman) - Chinese Martial Artists and a Taiji Exposition - Red Hurley - Scór (GAA) Star Performers - Black Bank Folk - The McKeown Uilleann Piping Trio Maestro Irish Harpists - South African Vocal Group and Zulu Dancers - Booley House Traditional Show Performers and some very special guests. Raymond Dempsey, a former Booley house Musician from Ballyduff, Co. Waterford, will also be performing with the band Lad Lane. The evening will be hosted by RTÉ’s Marty Morrissey, and the President of the GAA, an tUachtarán Aodhgán Ó Fearghaíl will inaugurate the event.

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Ella, Katie and Cassie all smiles at the Fit For Fun Tennis Camp.

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Rory Mulcahy and Aidan Callaghan at the Fit For Fun Tennis Camp.

Colin Dunford (Colligan) with the legendary Anthony Walsh and his grandson Sean at a special visit to the Tennis Club.

Eoin, Aaron, Conor, Shane with Aaron Walsh at the Fit For Fun Tennis Camp.

Niamh Collins with the boys at the Fit For Fun Tennis Camp.

All the boys getting ready to play the Euros soccer tournament.

Colin Dunford with the girls basketball team at the Tennis Camp.

Eoghan, Loui, Conor and Archie before the tennis match.

Lucy, Emma, Doireann and Holly all smiles at the Tennis Camp.

Matthew, Cathal, Cormac, Diurรกn enjoying the Fit For Fun Tennis Camp.

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Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Tom and Eamonn Delahunty, Thomas Foskin and Jim Hayes. [John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Ella May, Leah and Sarah Dalton. [John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Roy Murphy, Paddy Hogan, Ned Delahunty, Alan Hogan, Ned Dunphy, Mooncoin Vintage Tractor Club. [John Power]

Frank and Sheila McGrath.

[John Power]

Sean Lonergan.

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Thomas, Dylan, Cillian, Alanna amd Evelyn O'Dee. [John Power]

[John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2106 the proceeds of which to the Solas Centre was Lilly Walsh. Molly Barry.

[John Power]

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Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Willie O'Donnell and Mick Hewetson. [John Power]

KILMEADEN VINTAGE TRACTOR RUN 2016

Wendy and Ann Marie Power.

[John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Davie Whittle,Gerry Halley and Vincent Flynn. [John Power]

Michael and Tommy Smith.

[John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which to the Solas Centre were Tracey McDaid, Director, Solas Centre and Claire Shanahan. [John Power]

Jonnie Quinlan, John O'Brien and James Matthews.

John and Sean Power.

Theresa Fitzgerald and Minnie McGrath.

[John Power]

Jason Kennedy and Jim Dower, Gaultier Vintage Tractor Club. [John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were MairĂŠad Walsh and John O'Connor. [John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre [John Power] were Alison Foran, Orla Jones, Tom Foran and Issac Jones.

LETTERS/OBITUARY

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Letters to the Editor … Just think of it! 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.

A Decade of the Ardmore Pattern Festival MANY of us will look back on this year's Ardmore Pattern Festival as one of the best since its 10 year revival back in 2007 and I would agree, it was up there with the best of them. Over 100 events with record numbers attending, it really was a wonderful week of family entertainment in the beautiful seaside village of Ardmore. Back in 2006 plans were put in place to honour St. Declan, to revive in some small way an age old tradition and build a family festival around the celebration of his feast day on July 24th. What has been achieved by the community in Ardmore was beyond my expectation and has quite simply been amazing. As just 1 person out of a Committee of 8, I am delighted to have played some small part of it. Just look at how popular the Festival has become in 2016, we can record an attendance of over 2,500 in just three venues; St Declan’s Church & Hall and St. Paul’s Church, in addition, we estimate the numbers attending the fireworks display and the finale concert with Aslan on the beach exceed 10,000 and that is just a handful of the quality events that were organised to a high standard by a small bunch of people supported by a whole community. The Ardmore Pattern Festival Committee has been unique in many ways; it is hard to believe that only a total of 18 people sat on the Committee in the last 10 years. I think it is fitting to name each and every one of them and acknowledge the role they all played in building the Pattern Festival to what it has become today, they are; Amanda Hosford Mansfield (2007-2012), Martha Tierney (20072011), Mary Jo Keevers (2007-2012), Olan Geaney (2007-2010), Patricia Quirke (2007-2011), Don Brockie (2011-2014), Emer Power (2012), John Kennedy (2012-2014), Ciara Mitchell (2013 – 2014), Maeve Hickey (2015) and not forgetting the very tired group who made 2016 happen; Maurice Power (2007-2016), Claire Flavin (20092012 & 2016), Ciara Griffin (2012-2016), Rosie Mansfield (20122016), Denise O’Leary (2014-2016), Louise Gleeson (2014-2016) and Chris Ramsell (2015-2016). Over the past week, I spoke to many people who look back on the last ten years with great fondness and an appreciation for all the wonderful memories that were made; sell out concerts in St. Declan's Church including Tommy Fleming, The Priests, Phil Coulter, The High Kings to name but a few; guest authors such as Fergal Keane, Joe Duffy,Tomi Reichental, Charlie Bird, Mary Kennedy have all left long lasting memories. For me, I have to say that my highlights are having witnessed the enjoyment on peoples’ faces as they came and went to events, to see family members returning home from overseas for their village festival and catching up with old friends and the great satisfaction of proving how a community like Ardmore can punch above its weight to organise such an array of high quality events. I also look back on what the Committee members have achieved and how they played a part in putting Ardmore on the national stage with the following awards, it is safe to say we were on a winner from early days! 2010 Winner of the County Waterford Community & Voluntary Awards for Arts, Culture & Heritage Category & Social Media Award. 2011 National Winner of Best Festival Website of the Year by Aoife Irish Festival Marketing Awards. 2013 Winner of the County Waterford Community & Voluntary Award for Arts, Culture & Heritage Category and Overall Winner of the County Waterford Community Voluntary Award Nominated by Waterford County Council to be the steering group to represent Waterford in the All Ireland Pride of Place Competition. Shortlisted in two Categories for the West Waterford Chamber Awards where a John Supple won the Social Contribution Award and also the Ambassador of the Year Award. 2014 Gained National coverage on RTE’s ‘Nationwide’ as Ardmore was filmed as Pride of Place Nominee. Ardmore won the Pride of Place Award for it’s category and was nominated as one of four to represent Ireland in the International Livcom Awards. 2016 The Committee organised a community effort for the duration of RTE’s ‘Operation Transformation’ and were among the top 5 in the country for weight loss per ratio of participants which has been recognised and broadcast by RTE on the programme. I would like to personally thank everyone who made the last ten years a huge success and without their support it would not have happened; our sponsors & festival friends, the community groups and

clubs in Ardmore, our trusted and loyal volunteers and festival goers, Fr Milo Guiry who has been a huge support to us; it is impossible to name all concerned but it’s success is down to a huge village effort. This year's Committee were second to none, a cracker of a group of people and more importantly great friends - thank you all! Special mention to my stalwart friend Maurice Power who has been on the committee from the very beginning, nothing has ever been a problem to Maurice and he always found a solution when one arose! He has given many hours, days, and weeks of his time to build this event to the wonderful festival it is today – thank you Maurice! We now move into uncertain times with regard to the future of the Ardmore Pattern Festival. The current Committee highlighted back in 2015 that this would be our last festival, we committed then to making 2016 happen and we now invite anyone with an interest to continue the work to come forward and make themselves known to us, a gathering of interested people will be held in September and we will begin the process of handing over this hugely successful and important event which is a massive financial benefit, not only to Ardmore, but to West Waterford & East Cork, it is vitally important that everyone plays their part in continuing to support the Ardmore Pattern Festival. JOHN SUPPLE Chairperson Ardmore Pattern Festival

The EEC/EU has wiped out the livelihood of fishing in Ardmore Dear Editor, For generations it commenced on the 1st February, St Bridget’s Day, and continued until the 31st of July but it was finished off in a few years by the EEC/EU. If you do not live in a coastal community it does not affect you, here in Ardmore as in other coastal communities in Ireland fishing was a noble way of life.The skill of fishing was handed down from father to son and now that noble skill is under threat, thanks to the CFP and the EEC/EU. In rural Ireland where there are so little employment opportunities except in tourism, the Irish governments over the years have stabbed both the fishermen and the rural Ireland in the back. In the heady days pre EEC membership, fishing in Ardmore was the biggest local employer with about fifty people gainfully employed in it. Not only that, but it provided the local community with healthy, nutritious food at a very reasonable cost. Before joining the EEC, our fishing grounds were in common ownership of the Irish people, people who live in coastal communities, dependent on fishing have paid a high price for EEC/EU membership. When Ireland joined the EEC in 1973 it lost more than its national sovereignty, it signed off on the infamous clause on fisheries which was, equal access to a common resource without discrimination and the candidates for membership would have to accept this as a condition of entry to the EEC. Ireland was sucked in by German industrialists and financiers, some of whom had links to the Third Reich. Modern Germans are succeeding through trade and financial discipline, to dominate Europe, remember the German bondholders, they have not gone away, you know. The EEC/EU is not a very democratic organization, it is run by lobbyists and they are only accountable to the financial and industrial elite, not the people of European countries.Thousands of companies, banks, law firms, PR consultancies and trade associations are there to bend ears and influence the regulations and laws that shape Europe's single market, fix trade deals, and govern economic and commercial behaviour in a union of 508 million. In those circumstances what chances have Irish fishermen at a peak totaling 9,000 prompting a Fianna Fail politician to say that it would hardly elect a candidate in a five seater, getting justice in a lobby ridden EU. Ireland contributes 14% of the European waters yet only has an allocation of between 4% and 5% of the catch, there is no doubt that our government’s past negotiations with the EU have seriously short-changed our fishermen. There is also no doubt that as the number of fishermen dwindle, the future of fishing looks bleak in the coastal communities in Ireland. Hundreds of small businesses have disappeared in rural areas and even more worrying is the loss of skills. Young people no longer consider a career in fishing and our ability to maintain a viable fishing industry is uncertain. What a ridiculous prospect for an island nation.You know the only people you cannot live without is the fisherman and the farmer. JOHN LARKIN Curragh, Ardmore, Co. Waterford.

IS the Church a museum, dedicated to preserving the past, or is it a body of living men and women who are trying to relate to God? A few weeks ago a very important Cardinal, holding a position of great influence in Rome, announced that priests should celebrate Mass with their backs to the congregation. That was the way it was done for years, so we should go back to the old way. The Cardinal even named a date when priests should make the change. Fortunately the Pope disagreed with the Cardinal and the proposal came to nothing.Why do so many sensible and good people maintain that everything connected with religion should stay the same as it was when they were seven years old? Certainly, the essentials, the basic beliefs have not changed - God is still God, Jesus is still present in the Eucharist - but that does not mean that religious practices and rites should not reflect the changes in culture, in ways of thinking that are part of the make-up of the members of the Church in succeeding generations. The structure, the organised shape of the Irish Church at the present time is way out of date. We are struggling to maintain a Parish routine, a programme of Masses that was suited to a time when most Catholics walked to Mass, when people were a lot less mobile than nowadays when surely 90% of the congregation comes to Mass by car. The normal programme of most Parishes is aimed at maintaining a pattern of practice that no longer exists. Most Catholics don’t go to Mass every Sunday, they go on special occasions or when they feel like it. But the Parish timetable, and the distribution of such priests as are available, they are largely unchanged. Maintenance is the policy that is used, but mission should be the policy. The apostles chosen by Christ, the first Bishops of the Church, stated that their priority was to preach the Gospel, in other words, to evangelise, to be missionaries, and that therefore they hadn’t time for routine maintenance work. So they arranged a cohort of helpers, called deacons, to do the routine tasks. These tasks have to be done, but if the missionary work fails, then eventually there will be nothing to maintain. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Wisdom 18:6-9: By the same act with which you took vengeance on our foes you made us glorious by calling us to you. Hebrews 11:1-2,8-19: Abraham looked forward to a city founded by God. Luke 12:32-48:You too must stand ready. First Friday of the Month: Next Friday is the First Friday of the Month. The Priests of the Parish will be visiting the sick and housebound this week, and would be delighted to visit anyone who is confined to their home for a long or short period of time. Please contact the Parish Office at 42374 or one of the priests to arrange a visit. The Parables: Stories which Jesus told. The Parables are stories which Jesus told to help us understand that God’s mercy is for everyone, and that we are challenged to be merciful as the heavenly Father is merciful. Jesus doesn’t just talk about mercy. He shows mercy in action in these stories. They draw us in. They could be about any one of us. Saying that God’s mercy is for everyone can leave it very vague and impersonal and it needn’t touch our individual lives, but Jesus’ stories of mercy from real life show how mercy is personal to each of us. (St. Mary’s Parish, Dungarvan, Holy Year of Mercy. Leaflet No. 4). Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

MICHAEL (Mick) LANDERS Knockaunarast, Ballysaggart, Lismore It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Michael Landers, Knockaunarast, Ballysaggart, who was called to his eternal home on the 12th June, 2016, close to his birthday. Mick was born 16th June, 1932, to Maurice and Molly (nee Daly) Landers, he was the last surviving member of five. He had two brothers Mossie and John, two sisters Joan and Sr. Kathleen. Mick received his education at the local National School in Ballysaggart. Mick spent part of his working life at the Creamery in Ballyduff and Castlelyons and also worked in Moorepark, Fermoy. Mick’s father and mother died when he was a young man and the responsibility fell on his shoulders at an early age. He worked long and hard and cared for his two brothers while also taking over the family farm. He met his wife to be May, who came from Ballyduff. She moved to Ballysaggart after their marriage in 1970. Together they raised six children Mary, Helen, Maurice, Michael, Thomas and John. Mick enjoyed life. He loved meeting people and having the craic. He had a great interest in politics, farming, reading and European affairs. As a family we played lots of card games, he enjoyed the game of 45 the most! In September 2006 he lost his beloved wife May very suddenly. This was a very sad and difficult time for Mick. Life went on and Dad was there for us all. The grandchildren arrived and were the life and soul of Mick’s life. Laura was always on call for anything Mick asked for or needed. He had a great interest in her school work especially history. They chatted about horses and GAA. Daniel and Cían loved coming home on their holidays to see him and had great fun with him. Odhran and Thomas loved singing with him. Mick really enjoyed the company of a great friend and neighbour Kevin Hawe who visited every second day and chatted for hours. He also looked forward to Father Cullinan’s visits with Communion and the chat. Mick received great care and attention from son Maurice who understood and loved him dearly and was always there for him. The Carers made Mick’s last months at home so wonderful. He took great interest in who they were and where they came from. He enjoyed their company and delivered high standards of professional care at all times. He had so much fun with them. They sang, chatted and had lots of memories to share. Mick was a true gentleman, popular and hugely respected. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The family would like to acknowledge the support of Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., who celebrated Michael’s Mass and made it very special; to the community, relatives and friends for their support and kindness during this very sad time in our lives. May he rest in peace. Lying in repose at his son Maurice’s home, Knockaunarast, Ballysaggart, on Tuesday evening where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. On Wednesday evening Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart. Daughter-in-law Anne Marie sang “The Lord Is My Shepherd” as the coffin was leaving his home. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing his life were presented to the Altar by grandson Daniel (a birthday balloon); son Maurice (Farmers’ Journal); grand-daughter Laura (a hurley); grandson Odhran (a deck of cards); grandson Tom (a Rosary Beads); grandson Cían (Michael’s glasses); these were narrated by son-in-law Edward Flynn. Readings during the Mass were recited by Michael’s daughters Helen and Mary. Prayers of the Faithful were read by sons Tom, Maurice and Michael Landers, son-in-law Eamonn Howley, daughter-in-law Nicola Landers and cousin Liam Byrne. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Daughter-in-law Mary Landers and neighbour Eily Walsh presented the Offertory Gifts to the Altar. Communion reflection was recited by son John Landers. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Daughter-in-law Anne-Marie paid a lovely tribute by singing “ The Old Man”. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Mary Howley and Helen Flynn; sons Maurice, Michael, Thomas and John; sons-in-law Eamonn Howley and Eddie Flynn; daughters-in-law Mary, Nicola and Anne-Marie; grandchildren Laura Landers, Daniel Flynn,Thomas and Odhran Landers and Cían Flynn; brothers-in-law Larry and Eddie Byrne; sisters-in-law Betty and Mary-Ann Byrne; nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

OBITUARY SHEILA STUART (nee Nuttall) Owbeg, Lismore, Co. Waterford It is with deep regret and sadness we record the passing of Shelia Stuart (nee Nuttall), Owbeg, Lismore, Co.Waterford, which sad event occurred on 24th July, 2016, peacefully after an illness bravely borne in the care of the staff at Cork University Hospital. Lying in repose at her home Owbeg, Lismore, on Thursday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Dean Paul Draper and Rev. Fr. Michael Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends, where people came from near and far to express their sympathy to her extended family. On Friday morning funeral prayers where recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family. Removal then took place from her home to the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Cork, where on arrival funeral service was offered by Dean Paul Draper. Readings recited by family members and memories were shared in a comforting and moving service in the presence of her loving family, relatives and frineds. Peace perfect peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to loving partner Jim Hale; her loving and devoted family Paul, Pauline, Pamela, Robert, Emmet, Aaron, Sarah and Julie; sister Pat; daughters-in-law Olivia, Deirdre and Kaye; sons-in-law David, Sean and Chris; grandchildren, brother-inlaw Bill; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

MICHAEL (Lylie) O’RIORDAN T.J. Murphy Place, Abbeyside We record with sadness and regret the passing of Michael (Lylie) O’Riordan which sad event occurred on Saturday, 30th Jul,y at St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. We extend our sincere sympathy to Michael’s wife Ena; family Julieanne, Paddy, John, Mary, Michael, Maighread, Joseph, Deirdre and Mark; brother John; sister-in-law Pauline; sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Michael lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening, 31st July, where Fr. Colin Fives, O.S.A., led the recitation of the Rosary. Removal took place on Monday evening, 1st August, to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning, 2nd August, and afterwards Michael was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ANASTASIA (Stasia) WALSH Springfield, Tallow, Co. Waterford, and Wilton, Cork It is with deep sadness and regret we record the passing of Anastasia (Stasia) Walsh, Springfield, Tallow, Co. Waterford, and Wilton, Cork, loving daughter of the late Edward and Margaret Walsh, which the sad event occurred on the 26th July, 2016, peacefully in the exceptional and loving care of the staff at CareChoice Nursing Home, Montenotte, Cork. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Friday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Michael Melican, I.C., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. During the Mass readings were recited by Veronica Condon and Sr. Elizabeth Sheehan, S.M.G. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by John Kiely and Elizabeth O’Brien. A lovely selection of hymns were sung by Sarah Barry (Soloist) and was accompanied by organist Marjorie Moran. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Stephanie Freyne and Billy Barry. A eulogy was delivered by Billy Barry which was a lovely tribute to Stasia and on behalf of her sister Nell, Billy acknowledged the support of all the community in Tallow and her friends in Wilton and thanking all those involved in the arrangements. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated at the graveside where Stasia was laid to rest in the family grave in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to her sister Nell (Ellen); cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & sons Funeral Directors, Tallow and Cappoquin).

53 MARY O’SHEA (nee Fraher) CareChoice Nursing Home, The Burgery, Abbeyside, and formerly of Ring Feelings of deep sadness were evoked with the passing of Mary O’Shea on Wednesday, 27th July, at CareChoice Nursing Home. We extend our sincere condolences to Mary’s son Michael; daughters Anne and Maura; daughter-in-law Sherrie; grandchildren Emma, Peggy, Frankie, Alice, Andrew, Amy, George and Michael T.; nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Mary lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home in the presence of her family and friends on Monday evening, 1st August. Removal took place on Tuesday, 2nd August, to St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring, for Requiem Mass celebrated by An tAth. C. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P. Afterwards the Cremation Service took place at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, County Cork. May Mary rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

LI PING (Sonny) YOU Shanghai House, Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford With sadness and profound sorrow we record the unexpected passing of Li Ping (Sonny) You, Shanghai House, Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred on the 25th July, 2016. Fondly known as Li Ping (Sonny), who worked as a Chef in Shanghai House Restaurant,Tallow, who was well known in the local community. Li Ping (Sonny) lived in Ennis and Limerick for many years and then moved to Tallow where he spent the last number of years working as a Chef in the family restaurant. We extend our deepest sympathy to his son Ronan; father Li Bao You and mother Li Yu You; brothers Li An You and Li Qin You; sisters-in-law Jessica and Chan; uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Thursday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Melican, I.C., where members of the community came to express their sympathy to the You Family. Cremation took place privately in the Island Crematorium, Cork, on Friday. We once again offer our deepest sympathy to all his loving family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors Cappoquin & Tallow).

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Pictured at The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Anne Butler and Mary Whyte, Printmaster, pictured at Tthe Park Hotel for the launch of the new Early Bird Dinner Menu. [Dan McGrath]

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 July, 2016

FARMING ICSA calls for reinstatement of full disadvantaged areas (ANC) payments

Picking the Perfect Safety Spot at the Tullamore Show grounds are: Pat Griffin, H.S.A.; Rodney Cox, Tullamore Show Chairman; Jim Dockery, FRS Training; Amanda Brennan, FBD; Bill Meaney, FBD and John Kennedy H.S.A. The three organisations will be bringing Farm Safety Live demonstrations to the fore of the show on the 14th of August. Visit www.facebook.com/farmsafetylive for further details.

Farm Safety Live at the Tullamore Show 2016 FRS Training, FBD and the HSA are demonstrating Farm Safety Live at the Tullamore Show on Sunday, 14th of August. Farm Safety Live brings three farm hazard areas to the show in an engaging way and promises to deliver practical know how that can be applied back on the farm. Showing farm families ‘how easy it can be done, when you know how’ is the aim of Farm Safety Live. The focus will be on Safe Livestock Handling, Safe PTO Operations and Safe Bale Handling. Last year in Ireland, fatalities in agriculture were down by 40%, with 18 deaths reported compared to 30 in 2014, four of which were child fatalities. Although the fall in figures was welcomed farming is still the

most dangerous occupation and non-fatal accidents stand at approximately 1,000 per year. “These are not just statistics,” explains Pat Griffin, Senior Inspector with HSA and member of the Farm Safety Partnership, “behind each story is a grieving family, a community in shock, and a farm that needs to continue being farmed no matter what has happened. On a farm, as with any business, the number one resource is the people. A farm accident whether fatal or causing serious trauma - can have awful, potentially lifelong consequences for a business, not to mention family and sadly, deaths or injuries occurring on a farm are preventable more often than not. We know that we need to engage

with farmers of all ages to make farms safer places to work and through farm safety live at the Tullamore Show the HSA aim to do just that.” Jim Dockery, FRS Training Manager and member of the Farm Safety Partnership, said “Farmers are doers, but farmers need to know there may be a safer way of doing things. That is why FRS Training got involved - to bring the practical know how to getting jobs done safely on the farm. Sometimes it is the simplest thing that causes the horrific accidents and we want to put a stop to this and get everyone to farm safely.” Ciaran Roche,Vice Chairman Farm Safety Partnership, Risk Manager FBD said; “Farmers everywhere can join with us to

prevent accidents and hopefully save lives by joining the Champions for Change programme. Changing our usual way of doing things can be challenging but because farming is a tough and demanding occupation with plenty of workplace hazards, it’s time to stop taking risks and prevent any unnecessary heartache. “ Make sure you give time to safety at the Tullamore Show and visit Farm Safety Live. Get involved and you could win a nice prize on the day and visit w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / f a r m safetylive for a chance to win complimentary tickets and to find out what you can expect to see on the day of the show. Visit www.tullamoreshow.com for more general show information.

IFA very critical of lamb price pull by factories IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey has said the move by the factories this week to pull lamb price quotes severely is very negative and will have a damaging impact on confidence in the sheep sector. He said farmers are strongly resisting the price pressure and on Tuesday were negotiating prices of €5.00- €5.05/kg. He

said some group prices set earlier this week were delivering €5.10 to €5.20/kg. John Lynskey said there is no way the factories can justify the lower quoted prices and are attempting to drive uncertainty into the trade in the run in to the bank holiday. He accused some factories of reducing the kill in order to back up lambs and look-

ing to kill more cull ewes. On carcase weights, he said factories are moving are moving to 22kgs and some farmers are already negotiating payments at this level. The IFA sheep farmer leader said with a strong store lamb trade at the marts, farmers should not sell any underfinished lambs and consider the mart as a better option.

John Lynskey said that in the UK, factory prices are reported at £4.22/kg by AHDB, which is the equivalent to €5.30/kg including VAT. He said the latest auction mart prices for July 26th, which are always lower than factory prices because of the store lamb factor, are at £1.80/kg live weight, which is equivalent to over €5.00/kg.

ICSA rural development chairman Seamus Sherlock has called for the reinstatement of the full Disadvantaged Area Scheme (now known as Areas of Natural Constraint- ANC) budget amounting to €257m. “Farmers have endured two cuts to this payment as part of the austerity programme. ICSA believes the time has now come to reverse these harsh cuts and to restore these payments to the levels they previously were.” “We have seen a level of underspend in various schemes within the Rural Development Programme. It is also fair that the exchequer should show the same willingness to spend money on restoring cuts to farmers as is envisaged in restoring cuts to other sectors. Cuts to disadvantaged area payments have had a severe impact on farmers that are facing additional cost and challenge on marginal land. It’s time to put this money back in farmers’ pockets. The money will provide a significant spin-off in rural areas which have yet to see much recovery.”

ICSA welcomes appointment of Michael Barnier as Chief Brexit negotiator ICSA president Patrick Kent has welcomed the appointment of French politician Michel Barnier as chief negotiator for Brexit on behalf of the European Commission. Mr Barnier is a former French Minister for Agriculture and an EU Commissioner. According to the ICSA president, the appointment is a welcome development for Ireland in view of the fact that Mr Barnier is very familiar with the issues relevant to Ireland from his positions as EU Commissioner, as a Minister for Agriculture and as an MEP. “Mr Barnier has visited Ireland and is well known to many present and former Irish politicians including MEPs. It is also significant that a French negotiator has been appointed in view of the positive Brexit meeting held between our Taoiseach and the French president recently. It was clear that President Hollande acknowledges the special issues for Ireland arising from Brexit. ICSA believes that the Irish government must ensure that it is closely involved in ensuring that Ireland’s interests are kept to the fore in all negotiations because the terms of a Brexit deal will be so critical.”

ICSA will oppose any move to charge fifth quarter fee for sheep ICSA sheep chairman John Brooks has said he is angered at the suggestion that meat factories could impose a €2 charge for sheep skin storage or disposal. “Sheep farmers have never been paid for often valuable fifth quarter elements of which the hide forms a part.The idea that factories could now arbitrarily impose a fee for one part of the fifth quarter is grossly unfair”, he said. Continuing Mr Brooks said “Farmers have never benefitted from the often buoyant fifth quarter trade with all the profits going directly to the factories themselves. ICSA will strenuously oppose any move to introduce fees for either storage or disposal items such as hides that the farmer has no possession of or rights to once they enter the factory.” “Sheep farmers cannot be expected to bear yet another deduction when they go to sell their produce. We are already weighed down by both statutory and non-statutory levies, including ABB, veterinary, scrapie, Sheep Ireland, EIF and a scrapie levy for ewes as well as clipping charges; all of which should now be re-examined.We need regulation to stop factories imposing non-statutory levies and charges at will”, he concluded.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

PICTORIAL

Tomas Kiely, David Cummins, Cattle Committee, Liam Curran, Cattle Committee Chairman and John Leahy, Cattle Committee Secretary, pictured at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Donna Coady pictured with DES Domino and DES Chocco at the Donna's Equine Sanctuary Stand at the Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Michael McGrath pictured with his father Roger, after his pony 'Paddy Foley' received their prize in the 128 Class at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Louise Moloney, Molly Mernagh and Noel Devereux pictured at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cliodhna Wadding, Credit Union; Liam Moore, Credit Union, and Garvan, the Credit Union mascot pictured on the Credit Union [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Stand at Dungarvan Agricultural Show.

Keelin Harty and Marion Phelan pictured on the Phelan Hardware Stand at Dungarvan Agricultural [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Show.

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Simple Steps to Security Securing your property and equipment does not have to be a complicated process, writes Colin Connolly IFA Rural Crime Prevention Executive. SIMPLE steps can offer the best protection for your equipment. Ask yourself some simple yes/no questions to start the process. Property Identification 1Is your home property/address/farmland easily located if required by emergency services? If you live in a very remote area have you given directions to your address? This simple measure costs nothing and could save time and lives. Boundary 2 - Are your boundary fences/ gates and entrances in good condition? Are they secure and intact? Vegetation

3 - Are trees and bushes trimmed back to reduce cover for potential criminals? Lighting 4 - Do you have appropriate exterior lighting around your farm building and outbuildings? Alarms 5 - Is there an alarm fitted to your dwelling house, sheds or outhouses? Doors 6 - Are your external doors on all buildings fitted with robust locks? Windows 7 - Are all external windows fitted with robust locks and maintained to the highest standard? Keys

8 - Do you store keys for all your machinery out of sight in a secure location? If you answered no to any of these question, perhaps look at this specific area of your security and try to improve it. Finally, remember to mark your property with a unique security number that clearly identifies ownership of the item. This will deter thieves and allow it to be returned in the event of it being recovered. www.Theftstop.ie allows you to register for free and maintain an asset register of all your property in a secure environment - follow the simple steps at www.Theftstop.ie.

IFA impresses on Minister Canney need for action on flooding AT a meeting with OPW Minister Sean Canney last week, IFA President Joe Healy said farmers have an expectation that significant efforts will be made to alleviate flooding, which has become more frequent in recent times. Joe Healy said the consultation on the recently published Draft Shannon CFRAM is an opportunity to put in place measures that will address the flooding issues, which previous

governments have failed to tackle. The IFA President also pointed out that environmental designations must not be allowed to hold back necessary work that needs to be carried out to alleviate flooding. The public good must be paramount in de-cisions on the protection of households, farmland and other businesses along the river and surrounding areas. At the same meeting, IFA

Flood Project Chairman Padraic Joyce highlighted the ongoing problems where water levels on some turloughs in the west of Ireland have not sufficiently gone down. There are still instances of houses flooded and roads impassable in some areas. Padraic Joyce said turloughs must be part of a flood management strategy and he called for the necessary expertise to be employed in these areas to

IFA and Ulster Farmers Union meet on Brexit concerns and farm schemes THE IFA and the Ulster Farmers Union met last week to discuss the implications for farmers of the recent UK Brexit outcome. The organisations agreed to work together to protect the important relationship between farmers on both parts of the island. Both organisations agreed that the agricultural sector must not be at a disadvantage as a result of the Brexit outcome. Speaking following the meeting in Armagh, IFA Deputy President Richard Kennedy said the maintenance of the strong trading relationship between both sides of the border is of critical economic importance. The IFA and the UFU have agreed to work closely together during the forthcoming period of negotiations at home and in Brussels. “Many farmers have farms on both sides of the border and their concerns in relation to trade and farm schemes must be taken into account during the negotiations,” he said. The IFA Deputy President said that both

organisations are clear that there cannot be an additional burden of red tape resulting from the changed circumstances arising from the UK exit from the EU.The border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland must remain open to trade and the free movement of people. Other issues discussed at the meeting were the implementation of CAP, the ANC review, farm investment grants, environmental schemes and hill farming supports. The IFA delegation included Deputy President Richard Kennedy, Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady; Hill Chairman Pat Dunne; Rural Development Vice Chairman, Pat Gilhooly; and, Rural Development Executive, Gerry Gunning. The Ulster Farmers Union was represented by Deputy President Victor Chestnutt; Hill Farming Chairman, Ian Buchanan; Hill Farming Vice Chairman, John Kennedy; Environmental and Rural Development Policy Officer, Aileen Lawson; and Beef and Hill Farming Policy Officer, Elliott Bell.

find a solution to the problem. The Flood Project Chairman also pointed out that there are still works being held up in areas where money has been allocated under the minor works scheme. It is up to Minister Canney to ensure that all impediments, whether by local authority, NPWS, or any other agency, are tackled so that flood relief measures can go ahead.

Minister Creed must ensure speedy payment of TAMS grants IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has insisted that Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed must ensure that farmers who are now making their claims for TAMS payment are paid speedily. Joe Brady said delays in payments and approvals have left a very sour taste in farmers’ mouths and the Minister must now clearly demonstrate his commitment to this vitally important farm investment scheme. He said, “The approval rate for TAMS applications must also be speeded up as it is clear that some counties are falling behind in approvals to commence work.” Joe Brady said that in the case of the Sheep Fencing grant, introduced in the third tranche which finished on June 24th, immediate approval is now necessary as the window to carry out work in 2016 is narrowing.

Round-up … €33m funding from shortfall in knowledge transfer applications should be redirected to support farm income IFA Rural Development Chairman, Joe Brady, has called for the saving in funding arising from the shortfall in applications for the Knowledge Transfer measure to be redirected to support measures that have a positive impact on farm income. Joe Brady said confirmation that 18,000 farmers had signed on for the KT groups, as opposed to a projected 27,000 in the 2014-2020 RDP, will lead to a significant saving. IFA estimates that with €100m allocated to this measure, the reduced numbers will lead to a saving of at least €33m. The IFA Rural Development Chairman said this funding could be used to support farm incomes in other measures such as ANCs and GLAS. This is particularly relevant given the severe income crisis on many farms. Joe Brady said the Knowledge Transfer Scheme is a valuable measure in improving the technical knowledge of farmers, however it has got bogged down in red tape and bureaucracy. IFA had told the Department of Agriculture on a number of occasions that the scheme was fraught with difficulties. In addition, Teagasc and planners get around 40% of the funding provided to this measure. An opportunity now exists in the RDP Amendment, which is shortly to be sent to Brussels, to review the measure as the challenge will be to ensure that over 18,000 farmers who are already in KT groups continue to participate.

More bite to beef trade IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods has said there is more bite in the beef trade this week with farmers strongly resisting the lower quoted prices from the meat factories and negotiating more. He said with the good weather and farmers very busy at silage, combined with tight supplies, factories are having to pay 5 to 10c/kg over quotes to get cattle. Angus Woods said the general run of prices is €3.85/kg base for steers and €3.95/kg base for heifers but farmers are getting €3.90 and €4.00/kg base in places this week. Angus Woods said the first of the grass cattle are gone and prime finished cattle numbers remain tight. He said with good grass, cattle are thriving strongly at the moment. Angus Woods said cattle prices in our main export market in the UK continue to rise with prices up 7p/9p/kg since the Brexit result in late June. He said sterling also seems to have settled at 83.5p/€ and this is much improved from the original position post Brexit. He added with the UK R3 steer price at £3.39/kg, this is equivalent to a return of €4.27/kg including VAT.

IFA to meet Department over policy change on TAGS IFA National Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart has said the change in policy by the Department of Agriculture in their proposal to move from a tag tender to a tag licensing arrangement raises a number of significant new issues and concerns for farmers. He said IFA has sought a meeting

with the Department to request clarification on how the new system will operate so as to guarantee that the key issues for farmers of security, traceability, quality, reducing loss rates and tag costs are prioritised in the new arrangements. Bert Stewart said the changes announced by the Department also raise new costs concerns for farmers around BVD testing and BDGP genotyping, which must be addressed. He said the change in policy by the Department cannot expose farmers to any new or additional costs. Bert Stewart said IFA will be insisting that the new Department policy will ensure that all farmers, regardless of size, will have access to the same level of service and the most competitive tag price from all suppliers licenced by the Department. He said the Department cannot allow small scale farmers to be disenfranchised by selective marketing from tag supply companies, wishing to cherry pick parts of the market.

IFA urges Minister Humphreys to move heritage bill to conclusion AT a meeting with the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Heather Humphreys this week, IFA President Joe Healy urged the Minister to proceed with the Heritage Bill which involves changes to the hedge-cutting and gorse burning dates. Joe Healy said that in the last Government this Bill had passed the Senate but had not been presented to the Dáil. It is now important that the Bill, which involves allowing hedge-cutting in August and extending the burning date from end of February to end of March. These changes will make a significant impact on farming and will allow better management of hedgerows and hill areas. The IFA President also raised with the Minister the need for compensation for farmers in designated SAC, SPA and NHA areas, which the National Parks and Wildlife Service has fallen down on over the last number of years. Farmers will not accept designations of land without proper compensation. IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady pointed out to the Minister that the GLAS scheme is only partly compensating farmers and that her Department has a key role to play in ensuring that compensation is paid for. The Locally Led Agri-environment scheme is being put out there as a solution to farmers who have restrictions imposed but it is clear that this scheme will fall short of what is required. In relation to CFRAMS Flood Management Plans, which are now being produced, IFA insisted that the National Parks and Wildlife Service must not have a veto in relation to works that are required to alleviate flooding. On forestry, Joe Healy impressed upon the Minister the need to conclude the discussions on the Hen Harrier areas so that forestry can proceed in these areas. Forestry development has been frozen in these areas for the past six years and this has led to significant losses for landowners who wish to forest their land or those who wish to sell their land for forestry. Other issues raised by the IFA delegation, which also included Hill Chairman Pat Dunne and Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney, were the proposed deer cull in Co Wicklow, the Designated Areas Appeals Board, turf-cutting and compensation and the update on the Leader Programme.

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Challenging year for farmers despite the fall in production costs

Gary Norris, Glendalligan with his Scottish Blackface Supreme Show Champion Shearling Ram at Kerry's Premier Agricultural Show in Kilgarvan being congratulated on his achievement by Minister of Agriculture, Michael Creed, T.D. Included in photo is Judge Patrick Randles, Margaret and Andrew Norris. The ram has now won three Open Championships from three outings.

Taste of Success for Waterford Native Waterford woman reaches final of National Bord Bia competition LOCAL woman Debbie Crowley, from Co. Waterford was selected as one of five finalists in a recent national Bord Bia competition, run in association with Today FM. As part of a new ‘Lamb – Tasty, Easy, Fun campaign, Debbie submitted her signature lamb dish for the judges’ consideration and was delighted to be shortlisted as one of the most tempting and imaginative entries, alongside four other finalists. Debbie was asked to prepare her ‘Spicy Lamb and Feta Tortillas with Avocado, Cucumber and Tomato Salad’ live on air as part of a competitive cookoff. The final dishes were then judged by a prestigious tasting panel including Today FM presenter Anton Savage; Mairead Garvan, Marketing Specialist, Bord Bia; Irish chef Mark Moriarty, winner of the 2015 San Pellegrino Young Chef of the World and, sheep farmer Brian Nicholson. While the overall prize was won by Tracey McDonagh from Galway, as

a runner up Debbie walked away with a new mini ipad. Describing the dish, Ms. Crowley said “I love to have friends and family over and I like to serve food that I can put in the middle of the table and everyone can share. It takes a lot less time than individually filling up plates. I love tortillas as they are so tasty and versatile and the possibilities are endless. Lamb is one of my favourite meats and always has been as it is so tasty. I think that the different ingredients in this recipe work very well together’’. The Today FM competition was run as part of a European lamb campaign which highlights the importance of lamb as a quality every day meat. Three promotional agencies; Bord Bia in Ireland, AHDB (Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board) in the UK, and Interbev in France, are continuing to invest €7.7 million over the campaign period from 2015 – 2017

with 50% of this being funded by the European Union.

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Waterford’s Debbie Crowley pictured with her dish ‘Spicy Lamb and Feta Tortillas with Avocado, Cucumber and Tomato Salad’. Debbie was a runner up in a national Bord Bia lamb competition on Today FM’s Anton Savage Show. For helpful cooking tips and an extended selection of traditional, contemporary and everyday lamb recipes to suit all tastes, check out www.tastyeasylamb.ie

FOLLOWING a number of years in which average Irish farm incomes increased, falling commodity prices, the drop in the value of sterling and some unfavourable production conditions are likely to have an adverse impact on Irish farm incomes in 2016. This is according to Teagasc economists in their newly published mid-year economic assessment of farm income prospects for 2016. The fall in oil prices over the last 18 months has now filtered through to many areas of the agricultural inputs market. However, farm output prices are also lower this year, so a fall in overall farm income is likely in spite of lower prices for fuel, fertilizer and feed. Teagasc economist Dr. Kevin Hanrahan said: “The Brexit related slide in sterling, has had an adverse impact on Irish commodity prices generally, but particularly in the beef sector, given the importance of the UK market in Irish beef exports.” The depressed dairy market has led to increased cow culling across the EU and this has increased the supply of beef on the EU market this year. EU beef prices have been lower as a result. Dr Hanrahan noted that “Savings on the cost side in 2016 were unlikely to compensate for the fall in beef prices this year, and that this would mean a reduction in margins and a fall in Irish beef farm incomes compared to 2015.” The supply of Irish sheep and lamb has increased in 2016. While production in the EU15 has been steady this year, there is likely to be a slower growth in sheep meat demand in the EU. The impact of Brexit is being felt on the lamb market via the drop in the value of sterling, which makes UK lamb more competitive, both on its home market and also when exported to France. Irish lamb exports are therefore at a price disadvantaged in Ireland’s two main lamb export markets. In spite of

lower production costs this year, margins on Irish sheep farms will be lower than in 2015 due to lower lamb prices. The imbalance between supply and demand on global dairy markets has led to a collapse in dairy commodity prices over the last 18 months. Teagasc economist Trevor Donnellan said: “The protracted duration of the current dairy commodity price slump means that this period of low milk prices has persisted considerably longer than in the crisis of 2009. While global dairy commodity prices are now showing some signs of a recovery, it will be of little benefit to Irish milk prices in the current season. A sharp drop in Irish dairy farm incomes in 2016 is now inevitable from the near record levels of incomes in 2014 and 2015.” Teagasc economist Dr. Fiona Thorne said: “Irish cereal yields for the 2014 and 2015 harvest season were well above average and this compensated to some degree for the low price levels in those years brought on by good international harvests and a build-up of grain stocks.” However, weather conditions generally in Ireland for the 2016 cereal harvest have been much less favourable than in 2014 and 2015. As a result it is likely that Irish cereal yields will be well down this year on the previous two years. By contrast it looks like being another good year in terms of international cereal production, which will mean that international cereal prices are likely to fall this year compared to harvest 2015. Dr. Thorne concluded that “with lower cereal yields and lower prices that there would be a considerable fall in tillage farm incomes in Ireland in 2016.” To see the full document visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/media/website/publ ications/2016/Situationand-Outlook-July2016_final_rev_020816.pdf

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Teagasc . . . AUTUMN GRASS BUILD UP With Autumn around the corner, building up grass for Autumn grazing is the next priority on dairy farms. The targets outlined in Table 1 summarise the target covers per cow at different stocking rates over the next three months. Stocking rate has a big influence on target covers per cow as outlined in Table 1. Some of you will be stocked at the higher stocking rates detailed below. In which case, the lower target covers listed below may be more appropriate. Covers greater than those suggested in the table may lead to excessively high pre-grazing covers in late September and October, which will be difficult to graze off subsequently. The implications of the lower target covers per cow outlined in the table below are that at the higher stocking rates, less grass is available per cow.Thus at the higher stocking rates, it is not possible to continue with unsupplemented, full-time grazing for as long in the Autumn compared to farms operating at a lower stocking rate. Table 1. Suggested target cover per cow (kg DM/head) at different stocking rates. Stocking rate (cows/ha) Mid-August September 1 Mid-September October 1 Closing Cover

2.5 3.0 3.5 300 250 220 400 330 280 450 375 220 400 330 280 500-550 dm/ha

Autumn farm cover guidelines Throughout Summer, cover per cow and pre-grazing yield are the main drivers of grass management. However, average farm cover per ha is the main measure for Autumn management, with last rotation length and closing farm cover the main drivers. Target closing farm cover is usually 550kg/ha. Achieving the correct peak farm cover in mid September will set up the farm for late Autumn grazing.The ideal peak farm cover will vary from farm to farm depending on farm stocking rate, soil type and grass growth in Autumn. Dry soils: On dry soils, a target cover of 1,150kg DM/ha is opti-

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 1/8/2016 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 22.4 4.05 3.68 1.73 0 557 184 1,300 54 69

Clonmel, Tipperary 19.8 4.13 3.76 1.56 0 628 246 1,200 43 58

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Spreading 20 units CAN per acre following the cows. • General maintenance around the farmyard. Clonmel, Co. Tipperary • Pre-moving a few strong paddocks. • SCC 84,000

mal. This will allow for grazing until late November (typically 450kg/cow at 2.5 cows/ha).This is a typical target for Curtin’s farm, Moorepark. Heavy soils: Peak cover should not exceed 900kg DM/ha on farms with mostly heavy soils that usually finish grazing in early to mid October. There is a risk in building up high covers on these farms, as ground conditions will be a major limitation to getting good clean grazing in late Autumn. In addition, the opportunity to graze heavy wet paddocks usually ends in October. Mixed soils: An intermediate target of 1,000kg DM/ha for peak cover is recommended for farms with mixed soil types (parts of the farm dry and heavy). Ballyhaise typically reaches this target in mid to late September. On dry farms, start building covers in early August. Stocking rate is usually higher on these farms and a higher peak cover is required. On heavy soils, start building covers from mid August onwards. Stocking rates are usually lower and a lower peak cover is required. Building covers Remove stock where possible, i.e., replacement heifers, calves and steers. Feeding meals and/or forage will reduce the demand for grass and allow farm cover to build. A minimum of 2kg and maybe even 4kg for a ten-day period in late August will help to ensure that the target covers are achieved. Use appropriate fertiliser. Covers too heavy in August High soil temperatures could create ideal grass growing conditions in August on heavy farms. In this scenario grass needs to be removed from the milking block. Graze a proportion of the milking block with other stock, i.e., replacement heifers, etc., to increase demand or remove these surpluses as bales. Assess the situation again in mid August. If covers are still high, then remove surpluses again as bales to keep average farm cover in check. (Splitting the removal of baled surpluses reduces the risk of running short on grass too early and helps to maintain a wedge of available pasture.) Target removing heavy covers from the wettest areas of the farm if conditions allow LINER CHANGE As liners age, they lose tension. This happens because swelling

occurs due to fat absorption and stiffening occurs due to milk stone accumulation.The result is that more residual milk is left behind in the cow’s udder. This in turn increases the risk of mastitis. Teagasc recommends that liners are replaced after 2,000 milkings. A typical eight row per milking herd, milked twice a day, with a mean calving date of March 1, will have passed their 2,000th milking in early July. Replacing old liners increases milk yield by 4%, which should pay for the liners. If you haven’t already done so, change the liners now. GE ETTING TO GRIPS WITH CASH FLOW – MONTH BY MONTH The idea of completing a cash flow budget can be daunting. Some dairy farmers use the following approach to monitor cash flow on a monthly basis: 1. Set aside time at the start of each month. Ask another family member to help. Get a blank sheet, pen and calculator. 2. Start by writing down your current account balance at the end of the previous month. 3. Then list all expected receipts during the month. 4. Next estimate all expenses for the month. Some are already known, e.g., your living expenses, loan repayments, tax (if paying by monthly direct debit), bills already received and awaiting payment, and bills expected for products or services already delivered. Others may have to be estimated based on what happened last year or what you expect to happen. 5. Focus on the bigger items – 100% accuracy isn’t critical. Rather, it is important to get an overall sense of how your cash flow will change in the next month. 6. As you move through the month, you can cross items off the list that are paid. If a bill that you expected to pay during the month is not paid, it is added to the top of the list for the next month. If an unexpected bill arrives, maybe you will have to defer that one until the next month. 7. Review the outcome at the start of the next month before repeating the exercise for that month. 8. Once you have got into the habit, you start to project forward for longer periods – 3, 6 or 12 months – and perhaps move towards completing the budget on your computer.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I heard recently that the facility is now available to apply for payment under TAMS II. I duly contacted my adviser with a view to making a claim under the Dairy Equipment Scheme however amongst other things he asked me for a certificate of attendance at a farm safety course. As I haven’t attended such a course I must now attend one before I can apply for payment. Are there any courses being held in the locality in the near future? Can you please advise? Answer: The DAFM terms and conditions state that an individual must have completed a half day safety course in the past five years prior to their submission of a valid claim for payment or be in possession of a FETAC level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Green Cert). In the case of a registered farm partnership or company, the course must have been completed by the young trained farmer and in the case of both parties being young trained then only one party will have to complete the course. If you were lucky enough to have attended a REPS 4, five hour specific farm safety course in 2012 then this will also suffice. Otherwise, it’s back to school for you! Both Teagasc and ourselves organise these half day farm safety courses so if you make a few phone calls you can see who has a course organised in your local area. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Reminder that payment claims under TAMS II must be accompanied by folios with maps and leases with maps where applicable. Certificate of attendance for safety course is also required before claim can be accepted.

Sadhbh O'Shea, Loretta O'Shea and Ava O'Shea pictured at Dungarvan Agricultural Show. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Pictured is Shane Fitzgerald, from Portlaw, County Waterford pictured receiving a cheque for €1,000 from Bryan Doocey, Agri Advisor AIB after being awarded the AIB / Teagasc All Ireland Best Farm Business Plan Award. Included are John Connolly, Kildalton College; Noelle Chambers, AIB; Shane Fitzgerald, Bachelor of Business, Honours Degree in Agriculture, WIT, Agricultural Advisor; Bryan Doocey, AIB and Noel Hayes, AIB. [John Power]

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Portlaw man awarded the AIB/Teagasc All-Ireland Best Farm Business Plan Award SHANE Fitzgerald from Kildalton Agricultural College has been awarded the top award in the AIB / Teagasc All Ireland Best Farm Business Plan Awards in the Maldron Hotel, County Laois on Frida, 1st July. Shane, a Waterford native, won the Award for his interview and farm business plan which focused on progressively increasing an existing dairy herd; expanding and upgrading cubicle spaces in addition to putting greater focus on grass measurement and utilisation. Speaking at the Awards presenta-

tion, Bryan Doocey Agri Advisor AIB said: “AIB are delighted to continue our partnership with Teagasc for the AIB / Teagasc Best Farm Business Plan Awards. We have been impressed by the quality and comprehensiveness of farm plans and by the confidence of the students we met today and indeed at each of the Agricultural Colleges. The skills derived and lessons learned will prove beneficial to students in their future farming careers, particularly in the ever volatile markets in which we oper-

ate”. In thanking AIB for their continuing sponsorship of this award, Frank Murphy,Teagasc Curriculum Development & Standards Manager highlighted the importance of planning for any progressive farm business. The farm plan encapsulates all the learning outcomes on Teagasc courses by setting genuine physical and financial targets for a student’s home farm. He invited all finalists to continue their contact with Teagasc through advisory event, discussion

groups and the various short courses which are offered by Teagasc. Seven students represented the respective Teagasc, Greenmount and Private Agricultural Colleges and competed for the All Ireland Award, after each had won the individual college award. The finalists were: Orla Kelly (Greenmount); Shane Fitzgerald (Kildalton); Garry Clarke (Mountbellew); Brendan Keohane (Clonakilty); Kevin Fleury (Pallaskenry); Simon Cantwell (Gurteen) and Ciaran Taaffe (Ballyhaise). All were presented with their respective Awards on the day.

IFA meets Department on clean livestock policy IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said IFA recently met with officials in the Department of Agriculture on the Clean Livestock Policy and, contrary to some reports, the Department explained to IFA that they are consulting with stakeholders with a view to renewing efforts to improve the overall situation. He said IFA will con-

tinue to engage and work with the Department, Teagasc, the factories and farmers to renew the focus on the issue and ensure that the proper messages are communicated on the issue. On cattle, Angus Woods said the Department data clearly points to a small number of producers and a small number of cattle with an issue in this area. Angus Woods said IFA

has also been in contact with Teagasc which is working on reviewing their communications and brochures on the Clean Cattle Policy, and is developing similar material for the sheep sector. IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey said the Department of Agriculture explained they are consulting all stakeholders at this stage on the sheep

side, but there were no changes. He said it is clear from the communications from some meat plants they are jumping the gun with talk of severe penalties and a Department clampdown. He said the Department has made it clear to IFA this is not the case. John Lynskey said the Department must haul the factories back in on this and insist that it is handled in a

sensible way that does not involve any cost or charges on farmers. In addition, he said goodwill and a team effort is important with handling this issue and the aggressive approach is very unhelpful. He said IFA has always promoted good presentation of sheep for slaughter and producer groups, which were established by IFA, are leaders on this area.

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Sarah O’Mahoney at Dillon’s for Dungarvan Singers Club THIS is the season for the Booley House extravaganza and we are again reminded of the excellence of this great congregation of extremely talented individuals based around the vibrant hub of culture that is Ballyduff. Great credit is due to the wonderful Hyland Brothers in particular for all their trojan work in the region for many years. So much great talent has been discovered and nurtured in the Booley House that I wont start naming them as I'd never be finished. But one great singer and performer I must mention as she is to be our guest singer at The Dungarvan Singers Club on Monday, August 8th at 9.00 p.m. in Dillon’s Reception Room, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan. Admission Free. This is the amazing Sarah O'Mahoney, possessor (as most of you already know) of a gorgeous, mellifluous voice, bubbling personality, and a wide repertoire of beautiful songs, all guaranteed to grant you all a heavenly experience when she sings at the club! Her technique is stunning, her tone

dinary in the diversity and range of talent it throws up every month. It is a forum for poetry, acting, stories and songs and singing of every conceivable genre and style. Whatever you can do, this is the place to do it! So expand your horizons. Spread your wings. Be a star and reach your star. All for the astonishing price of ..... nothing. Entry is free and there is no compulsion to contribute anything to the collection although we well accept any contribution gratefully. But to be able to see stars of the quality that we have regularly for nothing and to be welcomed and encouraged to take part yourselves and be able to perform with and for your idols – how great is that? So support your local singers club and help to perpetuate the ancient art of performing that has been an integral part of Irish / Celtic life for thousands of years. And in particular, remember to support the wonderful Sarah O'Mahoney on Monday, August 8th at 9.00 p.m.

glorious and her expression, emotional commitment and storytelling force when she sings are incomparable, so be sure to spread the word and bring all your friends to what promises to be a magic night. In fairness, every night at the DSC is sparkling and congenial, and the standard of singing and performing across the board is exceptionally high. I really cant remember a bad night there. So come along, spread the word, perform or just listen, but above all, enjoy! The last night we had there was with the incredible Eric Butler from Carlow and that yet again was an outstanding, aweinspiring night. Not only was Eric himself in amazing form but a host of wonderful singers and performers turned up, leaving us all gob-smacked at the end of the night. Where would you get it? Only at the DSC! This really is one of the major events available to you in Dungarvan on a regular basis so you really need to get involved if you're not already. It's unique and extraor-

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Gemini ACROSS 1 Anagram of RECOATED (8) 5 A small room in a pub (4) 9 The _ languages form the dominant language family of the Indian subcontinent (5) 10 The _ Sands, sandbank off the Kent coast (7) 11 A period of goodwill at the start of a term of office (9) 14 One of the sizes of battery (1,1,1) 15 Description of peas that have been dried, soaked and heat treated (9) 18 And yes, more than that (3) 19 The characteristic accompaniments of a role (9) 20 Erudite (7) 22 Muted in colour (5) 24 Henning _ , German stand-up comedian (4) 25 Marine creature seen around Britain (4,4)

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DOWN 1 Reginald Kenneth _ , former Royal Academy of Music student aka Elton John (6) 2 Substance associated with ruminant animals (3) 3 The only cricketer to have been part of 100 or more Test match wins (108) (5,7) 4 Alternative name of the children s game tag (3) 6 Suburb in south-west London (3,6) 7 Having a friendly and cheerful disposition towards others (6) 8 Food item also called a tiddy oggy (7,5) 12 Not one of the fun bits of being a baby (5,4) 13 The Beggar s _ , 1728 musical work (5) 16 Hyacinth Bucket s idle brother-in-law (6) 17 Relating to the stars (6) 21 Abbreviated name of a company position (3) 23 Abbreviated name of an army subdivision (3) SOLUTION

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Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

OUR loyal nature will be tested to the full this week when you re given an extremely attractive offer. If you re in a relationship, taking it up could end in disaster, if you re single go for it!

ET your hair down, Taurus! You ve been working far too hard and it s time to have some fun. Get some friends round, have a party in fact do anything you can to let off some steam.

CLOSE friend who wants to become more than just friends is about to make their move. Be prepared for what s in store, because its what you been wanting all along.

OUR career could be just about to enjoy a massive boost if you play your cards right. Take up any offers of work-related social events, and success could be just around the corner.

ONEY problems are getting you down, and you feel like there s no way out. But just as you think you can t take any more the tables will turn, and you ll be back on top again.

OOL down, Virgo you re steaming! You seem to be spending more time partying than doing anything else at the moment. You re happy, though, and you deserve it.

STRANGE telephone call will leave you feeling confused this week. But while it may seem suspicious and even threatening the chances are it s more innocent than you think.

CLOSE encounter with an attractive stranger has boosted your confidence enormously. Play it cool, don t appear too keen and your natural ability will shine through.

Sagittarius

Capricorn

HIS week is going to be a time for romance. You re feeling very much in love at the moment and it s only going to get more intense. You re in a very lucky situation appreciate it.

HEER up Sagittarius, it s not that bad! OK, so

times are hard but you ve got to keep your November pecker up. With your grit determination and tact, it 22nd December 21st will all work out right in the end you ll see. December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

RYING to please everybody all the time is an impossible feat so stop trying. Be yourself, and do something which makes YOU happy for a change. You will actually earn more respect.

RGUMENTS at home will leave you feeling insecure and lonely this week but advice from a close friend will make you see things much more clearly. Be brave, and you will shine through.

Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

Finding Dory Review by Grace Collender SHE just kept swimming and now Dory finally splashes back onto the silver screen atop a wave of side-splitting humour and heart-warming emotion. Over thirteen years since Finding Nemo first captivated out hearts, Finding Dory whips up an even bigger wave of excitement as a spectacular sequel. Ellen DeGeneres returns as the voice of everyone’s favourite forgetful fishy and is joined by a sea of talented names, including Ed O’Neill as grumpy octopus Hank, Kaitlin Olson as bubbly whale shark Destiny and Ty Burrell as paranoid beluga whale Bailey. Andrew Stanton, returning as director along with Angus MacLane, crafts a beautifully animated adventure that invites you to discover more about the little blue tang with the big heart as you plumb the rich depths of an ocean of imaginative wonder, hysterical humour and profoundly heartfelt emotion. An unbelievably adorable baby Dory opens this tale by uttering “Hi, I’m Dory. I suffer from short-term remembery loss”. And just like that you’ll be hooked by this story’s sweetness alone. Separated from her parents, voiced by Diane Keaton and Eugene Levy, Dory begins her journey to find her long-lost loved ones, undergoing a flood of incredible experiences along the way and befriending a host of whacky and hilarious characters that help her on her quest. With everyone learning a few things about the true meaning of family, Dory’s wanderings are sure to melt hearts and induce tears galore, conveying a deeply touching message about what it means to truly belong.

Already reeling in a whale of a haul in the U.S. since opening back in June, Finding Dory has smashed records to become the highest-grossing film of 2016, the highestgrossing Disney animated film and the highest-grossing animated film overall. It’s plain to see why this unforgettable tale has already swum to such heights. For starters, the exquisitely vibrant animation makes this a deeply immersive cinematic experience. Bright colours and opulent scenes paint the screen, filling it with a rich feast for the eyes and welcoming you into Dory’s dazzling world. Moreover, brimming with the same wit and jocularity that made its predecessor a favourite among children and adults alike, it has a stream of rib-tickling jokes flowing through it, the majority of which come from the comedic greatness of Ellen DeGeneres. Instilling our aquatic hero with her unique style of wit and genuine sentiment, DeGeneres succeeds in charming the big screen yet again. Additionally, poignant emotion is seamlessly woven in to the narrative, with a lump guaranteed to form in your throat from the moment baby Dory’s big bright eyes fill with fear after she first gets lost, threatening to overspill in to buckets of tears before the end credits roll. So, have tissues at the ready for this one, folks. Adorably sweet and funny from beginning to end, including the enchantingly lovable short film Piper beforehand that serves well in setting you up for the uplifting adventure to follow, Finding Dory is a perfect blend of fantastic fun and moving emotion. (5/5)

Jason Bourne Review by Grace Collender BOURNE is back and more bad-ass than ever! More machine than man, Jason Bourne shows that the answer to the question how many beatings can one rogue CIA assassin take is a blood-soaked infinite amount.With Paul Greengrass at the helm as director once again, this fifth instalment of the hugely successful series sees the franchise rev things up a gear to drop an even more action-packed, high-energy, fast-paced, adrenaline-pumping extravaganza. Returning for a fourth time to the role that made his career, Matt Damon once again assumes the mantle of the invincible man of mystery. Fourteen years after first taking on the role, Damon still delivers as intense a performance as ever as the chase to evade capture and uncover his past resumes. Will it ever end? Who cares! With close encounter fist fights, thrilling car chases and exhilarating explosions aplenty, along with some humour and even a dollop of emotion mixed in, Jason Bourne is an exciting, action-packed fun fest. It is several years since Bourne’s disappearance at the end of The Bourne Ultimatum, all recapped in the opening via shaky flashbacks. Reduced to bare-knuckle fist fights, Bourne resurfaces in Albania. After his trusted ally Nicky, played by Julia Stiles in what is her fourth outing with the franchise also, locates Bourne and learns of a new programme, Iron Hand, to apprehend him, he finds himself dragged out of the shadows.

Battling to find out all the answers he can about his past, his family and his friends, Jason must fight against the powers trying to subdue him, at a time when the world faces unprecedented instability. Keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout, while also making you slightly suspicious of everyone around you, Jason Bourne proves that you can at least trust Matt Damon to pack a blazing punch. Even though he only has a mere 25 lines, Damon skilfully arrests the screen with just one intense stare-down. A man of action not words, Damon’s Bourne verifies that daring deeds trump dialogue here. Whether it’s a shoot-out in Iceland, a bit of fisticuffs action in Albania or a high speed chase down Las Vegas Boulevard, Damon conveys the iconic character’s emotions through his gritty portrayal which takes Bourne all over the world as he continues kicking ass and taking names. Together with Stiles,Tommy Lee Jones as the CIA Director and newcomer Alicia Vikander as the young and eager to prove herself Agent Heather Lee, Damon leads a stellar cast in a stellar blockbuster experience. Thrillingly over the top, perhaps to the point of the ridiculous at times, but never boring, sustaining an electrifying atmosphere all the way through, the hit movie series returns with a bang. No doubt poised to catapult into a sixth spectacular mission, Jason Bourne proves you can’t keep a good action blockbuster down. (4/5)

Across: 1 Decorate, 5 Snug, 9 Indic, 10 Goodwin, 11 Honeymoon, 14 AAA, 15 Processed, 18 Nay, 19 Trappings, 20 Learned, 22 Sober, 24 Wehn, 25 Grey seal. Down: 1 Dwight, 2 Cud, 3 Ricky Ponting, 4 Tig, 6 New Malden, 7 Genial, 8 Cornish pasty, 12 Nappy rash, 13 Opera, 16 Onslow, 17 Astral, 21 Dir., 23 Bde.

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24 Hour Snooker Challenge in Cappoquin RECENTLY Clodagh (a 1st cousin to the O’Sullivan’s) lost her battle with Leukaemia and Aoibheann’s Pink Tie were a fantastic support to Clodagh and her family. The O’Sullivans are holding a 24 Hour Snooker Challenge in the CYMS Snooker Hall in Cappoquin. It will begin at 12.00 noon on Saturday, 6th August and runs straight through til 12.00 noon on Sunday, 7th August. We will keep two tables going for 24 hours with a different player for every hour. We already have some local VIPs including Maurice

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Berliner Philharmoniker LIVE: Friday, 26th August, 5:30 p.m. Join the Berliner Philharmoniker and its chief conductor Sir Simon Rattle for the opening concert of the 2016/2017 season with Gustav Mahler's brilliant Symphony No. 7 and Pierre Boulez’s Éclat. Rattle unsparingly shows a Mahler who scornfully breaks apart the entire 19th century, anticipating the catastrophes of the 20th century. In the opening movement, the solemn style seems like an ironic swan song to the model of the symphony, and in the jubilant Rondo-Finale, one can perceive a parody of Wagner’s Meistersinger overture. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Berliner Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 16th August. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Abby Daly sponsored by Village Flowers and Michelle Foley sponsored by Waterford Sheepbreeders' Association pictured at the Final of the Comeragh Queen Festival 2016 in Crotty's Inn, Lemybrien. [David Clynch Photography]

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Masters of Trad conquer the town WHEN you combine the comfort of a modern theatre with the talents of five musical masters and an enthusiastic and discerning audience, then it has to deliver the kind of electric performance the packed Cinema No. 1 experienced last Saturday night in SGC, Dungarvan. The five masters were well titled, because individually and collectively they gave a master class in their various disciplines which brought loud and sustained applause from an audience who loved them long before they met on the Dungarvan stage. Local uileann piper David Power conceived the idea of bringing these five entertainers, each one a master in their field, together on the Dungarvan stage and looked to SGC Manager, Eugene Tobin to help make it happen. This successful partnership delivered a magnificent night’s entertainment, endorsed by the audience who came expecting to hear only the

best. David had promised an exceptional night’s entertainment of traditional music and song and the quintet delivered on his promises, aspirations and expectations with a full programme of the best of trad which saw the night slip away all too fast. No surprise that the finale was marked by a thunderous standing ovation, two if you count the renewed applause after their encore of the Bothy Band’s ‘Do you love an apple, do you love a pear’ and the traditional ‘Spanish Lady’ by the Ni Dhomhnaill sisters. “It was a privilege to bring these world class entertainers to the town,” he said, “and an equal privilege and a pleasure for me to take the stage with those people too. We had a great reaction in the cinema and I noticed too that there seemed to be an extra buzz around the town on Saturday. I wouldn’t be surprised if some of those people

on the streets and in the pubs were in town for the concert.” David and his wife Clare, as well as family and friends had invested a great deal of effort into making this event a success, effort which paid off handsomely. “We will go away now and review the event fully,” says David, “and see what will happen for next year.” For Eugene Tobin, Manager,

SGC Cinemas ‘this concert probably topped anything for audience reaction which I have screened here and that includes concerts, opera from The Met or even premieres.’ “There was no negative word and I can safely say it was the happiest and most impressed audience which ever left the cinema.” “In the run-up to the event, I had advertised it through the

other SGC Cinemas and other outlets. At the interval, a woman from Offaly came up to me and said that she and her husband intended going away for the weekend and decided that if they could get tickets, they would come to Dungarvan. She called the cinema and got what were close to the last tickets. She was thrilled with the

show and their very enjoyable weekend.” So, another positive experience for Dungarvan, with the prospect of more to come from that direction, but we will have to wait another while to see. Congratulations to David Power on a coup for Dungarvan, a magnificent event and a good advertisement for Trad music and the world class talent which we possess.

Masters of Trad enchant their audience at SGC Cinema last Saturday night. From left: David Power, Uileann Pipes, Martin Hayes on fiddle, Dennis Cahill on guitar and sisters, Maighréad and Tríona Ní Dhomhnaill. [Tom Keith]

Young sailors perfect their skills FOR nigh on forty years, Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club has been fostering the pastime of sailing, turning out hundreds of young sailors who were qualified in many of the skills of the sport and who were tutored particularly in water safety and respect for the sea.

Consequently, the safety record of the Club, as well as that of the local area has been quite exceptional, for without the discipline and good practice taught to these young – now, not so young – sailors, there may well have been many serious mishaps on the water

over those decades. Every year, the Club has been running three, two week courses to cater for young children, as well as those in their teenage years and into adulthood, by which time many who persevered and took a greater than average interest in sailing are

now, or have been qualified as instructors for the next generation. That is particularly true this year, for in their three sessions over six weeks this summer, all tuition will be given by members of the club who ‘came up through the ranks’ in courses run by DHSC.

Not only that, but for several years now, Dungarvan graduates have been employed at prime water resorts across the world, especially in the Boston area. Dungarvan graduates are always in demand and are treated with a special respect wherever they go.

Leading the course this year is LCSI Ed Wynne, with Senior Instructor, Gregory Fay, with Instructors Leah Fagan, Rachel Maher, Robbie Wynne, assisted by Ella Fay, Larry Brazil and Catherine Fagan. Last week, a total of 33 young sailors participated with 15 of

The thirty-three young sailors who completed a two week course of instruction on the water last Friday with the Instructors of Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club.

them completing their four years of training to become new instructors. The others are proceeding at varying levels through the four years of their courses, learning the various disciplines which will, if they persevere, see them through to instructor level also. The weather has been far more kind this year than last and the young sailors have been able to launch every day. Last year, more than one day was spent in the clubhouse working on theory because of inclement weather when everyone would have much preferred to be scudding across the bay in their lasers. A high degree of safety is observed with more than adequate trained supervision and four rescue boats always on hand. We wish all the eighteen young sailors who are in the middle of the first week of their course fair winds and calm seas.

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Waterford's Peter Hogan scores his side’s second goal ahead of Tipperary's Paul Maher during the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Park.

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WEST WATERFORD AC West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Munster B Championships at the RSC Waterford THE last competition of the season for our juvenile athletes was held in the RSC Waterford on Saturday last. Twenty eight young athletes from West Waterford competed in the Munster B Championships. For many of them this was their first competitive outing and they gave a very good account of themselves with nine of our athletes winning a total of ten medals. A large number of athletes from all six counties competed in a very competitive championships. GOLD FOR KATE KILLIGREW IN THE HIGH JUMP WWAC’s only gold medal winner on the day was Kate Killigrew who put in a great performance in the under 14 girls high jump. Kate cleared 1m30 to ensure victory in the event. Later in the day she competed in the long jump finishing 7th with a jump of 3m90. SILVER FOR JAMIE AND ANGELINA IN THE SHOT WWAC had two medal winners in the shot competitions in the boys under 12 Jamie Coonan competing in his first Munster championship finished second as did Angelina Chizhikova in the girls under 12 event. Roisin and Lara Prunty finished 4th and 5th in the under 13 shot improving with every throw. SILVER FOR LIA AND DANI CUNNINGHAM Sisters Lia and Dani Cunningham both won silver medals in their events. Dani finished 2nd in the girls under 16 800m and Lia was second in the girls under 13 high jump. Younger sister Ally was just outside the medals finishing 4th in the 600m and 5th in the high jump just ahead of team mate Hannah McCarthy. SILVER FOR SARAH AND DAVID GAFFNEY Sarah Gaffney won her first Munster medal when she finished second in the under 9 300m and also finished 4th in the long jump with a jump of 2m93. David Gaffney qualified for the final of the under 10 60m. Running 9.9 he improved on that in the final to take the silver medal in a time of 9.6. David also competed in the 500m which came hot on the heels of the sprint final and he

was caught for pace in the final straight to finish in 4th place. BRONZE FOR MEGAN KEOGH AND IAN HOLMES Megan Keogh was the only WWAC athlete to win two medals on the day. She finished very strongly in the under 14 80m to snatch the bronze medal on the line. In the under 14 long jump only one cm separated second and third, Megan took the bronze medal with a jump of 4m 28. Ian Holmes qualified for the final of the boy’s under 11 60m. Ian ran 9.6 in the heats but had to run even faster in the final crossing the line in 9.4 to win the bronze medal. NOTABLE PERFORMANCES FROM OUR NEW ATHLETES There were some very good performances from some of our athletes who were competing at this level for the first time. Conor Davidson finished 4th in a very close 80m under 13. Conor finished with a time of 12.00 just one tenth of a second behind second and third who both were given a time of 11.9. He also had a personal best in the long jump jumping 4m06 just 7cm behind the third placed athlete. Sam Blake ran very strongly in the boys under 9 300m to finish in 4th place. Conor Fennell was another to finish just outside the medals in 4th. He came with a very strong last 100m of the 600m but the gap was too far and he just could not catch the 3rd place runner. Earlier in the day his sister Katie had a good run in the girls under 9 300m. Eoghan Lattimore led home the West Waterford boys in the under 11 600m finishing 8th in 2.09.3 with Darragh O’Regan hot on his heels in 2.09.5 and Ian Holmes next in 209.7. These three have the makings of a very good cross country team. Nickey Fitzpatrick finished 9th in the under 10 500m in 1.46 with Roan Mansfield 9th in the boys under 12 600m in 2.04. Grainne Moore ran a very fast first 400m in the girls under 11 600m but ran out of steam in the home straight. A little more racing

experience will sort this out as Grainne learns to pace her race we look forward to seeing her in action in the cross country. Well done also to Daniel Coonan, Donal Rowe, Paddy McCarthy, Aoife O’Donovan, Aisling O’Donovan and Kate Keogh who all competed on the day. All the boys track results and girls field events results are up on the Munster athletics website. The girls track results and boys field event performances will be up later in the week. There will be a break in training for the next few weeks. See you all back on Wednesday, August 31st for the start of cross country training. The juvenile committee would like to extend their sympathies to the family of Michael O’Riordan who passed to his eternal reward recently. May he rest in peace.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Libby and Ray prize winners at the Dermot O’Leary Agri Ltd. Conna 5K A BIG field of 245 completed the 5th annual St Catherine's AC promoted and Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd sponsored Conna 5k last Friday evening, the race was held in ideal conditions for the participants as they covered the undulating course. Race winner on the night was Jonathan Finn from East Cork AC in a time of 17.41 and the Ladies winner was Leevale's Martina Kiely in 18.04 which saw her finish 5th overall. West Waterford was well represented on the night with 17 athletes making the trip and two club members brought home prizes, Ray Hahesy took the over 50 category in 18.38 which saw Ray finish 9th overall and

Libby Murphy McGinn took the ladies equivalent in a time of 23.11. Well done to all who supported the event form the club. Ray Hahesy 18.38 Patrick Lannon 19.19 Ted O'Leary 19.22 Martin Tobin 21.25 Mark Cliffe 21.30 Conor Blackwell 21.32 Liam Kavanagh 22.04 Paul Brunnock 22.21 Libby Murphy McGinn 23.11 Sharon Nugent 24.22 Rose Kinsella 24.36 Paschal Proctor 25.25 Jim Fleming 25.29 Sharon Higgins 25.37 Catriona Kiely 25.58 Vincent O'Donovan 26.31 Sue Genc 29.13

Michael Doocey presents the prize for 1st man over 55 to Maurice Boland at the recent 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race.

MUNSTER TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Medals galore for West Waterford athletes last Sunday

David Gaffney WWAC who finished 2nd in the under 10 60m.

WEST Waterford athletes were in terrific form last Sunday at the Munster senior and masters track and field championships which were held at the RSC Waterford. Setting the tone for the day Thomas Houlihan took gold in the senior men's pole vault with a vault of 4.40 metres and his team mate Yuri Kanash took silver with 4.00 metres. Gregory Fitzgerald took two gold's in the men's over 45 200 meters in a time of 26.33 and then in the 400 metres with a time of 58.77. Harry O'Brien took gold over 50 in the 1.500 metres with a time of 4.45.70 and Ray Hahesy took a silver

over 50 in the 3000 metres 10.40.24 and bronze in the 400 metres men's in 1.07.61. Jimmy McGrath took two silvers over 60 in the 100 metres in 19.74 and over 200 metres in 42.36 and Yev Chizhikova in the over 45 800 metres took silver in 2.20.89. Michael Tutty took gold in the javelin over 50 with a throw of 34.76 and Mossie Keogh in the 3,000 metres over 40 took bronze in 10.07.32, rounding off a great championships there was a super new personal best in the shot for Rachel Power who threw 9.30 metres to smash her previous best of 8.61. Very well done to all.

Anthony Tobin 1st junior man home at the recent 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race is receives his prize from sponsor Michael Doocey.

Churchtown South 5 A FIELD of 531 completed last Thursday evenings race number 3 of 4 in the Ballycotton running promotions series the Churchtown South 5, winner on the night was Sean McGrath East Cork AC in 26.36 and the ladies winner was Aoife Cooke Youghal AC who finished 10th overall in a time of 28.35, Micheal Dwyer 32.06, Ted O'Leary 32.36, Gerry O'Connor 33.44, Onra Power 40.06, John Fennell 41.47, John Foley 44.56. Well done to all.

Megan Keogh WWAC who finished 3rd in both the 80m and long jump under 14.

Mary Molloy 3rd lady overall is presented with her prize by Michael Doocey at the recent 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race.

Mick runs Ballynonty 10 MICK Concannon was in action Sunday Morning last when he completed the Ballynonty 10 mile road race, Mick finished the course in 1.14.37. Well done Mick.

Eddie in marathon action

Medal winner in the boys under 12 shot in second place was WWAC's Jamie Coonan.

Kate Killigrew winner of the girls under 14 High Jump at the Munster B championships.

Leah Cunningham who finished 2nd in the girls under 13 High Jump.

Darren Coogan crossing the finish line at the recent Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race.

WELL done last Sunday morning to club member Eddie Doran who ran 4 hours 33 minutes in the Omagh, County Tyrone marathon. This was their first full marathon event in Omagh and there was no shortage of hills is the report back from Eddie.

Michael Doocey presents Kate Wall with her prize for 1st lady over 40 at the recent 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

HALLAHAN’S PHARMACY FIT4LIFE PREDICT YOUR TIME LEAGUE

Emma Hogan gets it right for week 6 CONDITIONS were again ideal for week 6 of the Hallahan’s Pharmacy predict your time league which was held last Thursday evening in the Friary. This league differs from most in that the winner is the person who finishes closest to their predicted time. 36 runners took on the predict our time challenge for this week with an even split of runner either side of the clock with 19 too fast and 17 on the right side of the clock. The winner this week as the person closest to 0 on the clock having run slower than their predicted time was Emma Hogan who was just 7 seconds off her time. In second was Michael Moynihan who was just 9 seconds off followed 2 seconds later by Yevgeniy Chizikov. Next Closest was Angeline Drennan who was 12 seconds out with Mick Concannon rounding out the top 5 and was just 14 seconds out. The unluckiest runner on the night was Tony Ferncombe who came in just 1 second too fast, with Simon Moloney 2 seconds and Sharon Higgins 3 seconds ahead of the clock. Our thanks to Shirley and Ray for taking the entries and operating the finish line and a big thanks to the Hallahan’s Pharmacy for their sponsorship of this league. The

Pictured is winner Emma Hogan of week 5 of the Hallahan's Pharmacy predict your time league. Making presentation to Emma is Jamie Hallahan (sponsor). Hallahan's Pharmacy Fit4Life Predict Your Time Running League is certainly gaining momentum with great crowds turning up which is really encouraging to see. It’s great

fun and the element of having to run as close as possible to your predicted time without being faster makes the league really interesting and entertaining.

The league continues each Thursday evening at 7 pm at St. Augustine's college. This league is ideal for beginners or new runners as you can take on between 1 and 4 laps. Even though you may not consider yourself as a runner, if you come along to the Friary and make a start you will be a runner in no time at all. Don’t put it off anymore, just come along to the Friary any night that you can and see for you what it’s all about. There is a vast range of runners out there; there is the beginner runner as well as the seasoned runners that will provide plenty of support and advice so we hope to see as many new faces as possible. The league begins at 7 p.m. every night so come along at about 6.50 p.m. in order to get registered. The weekly fee is €2 each night and everyone is welcome on any night that they can make it. There are now just two nights left in this league, the 4th and 11th of August. It doesn’t matter if you can’t run every night; just do your best to come whenever you can. See you out there. HALLAHAN'S PHARMACY FIT4LIFE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TABLES 2016 There are just 2 weeks left in this league and Michael Moynihan has strengthen his

22nd ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIS 2016

24th Annual Marine Climb on this Friday, August 5th RACE number 10 in the 11 race 22nd annual Ger Wyley sports /SKINS summer series 2016 will take place on this coming Friday, August 5th next at 7.30 pm with the 24th annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race. Please note race entries will be take at Dungarvan sports centre Quann's from 6.15 pm. Race entry is only €5 pre registration and its €8 on race night. The race categories are: 1st 3 Men, Masters Men over 40,45,50,55 and 1st Male Junior, 1st 3 Women, Masters over 35,40,45,50, 1st Female Junior. There will also be plenty of spot prizes drawn from amongst all non-prize-winners. A cash bonus of 100 euro is on offer to the first male or Female to break either course record Friday night. Siobhain O’Doherty Borrisokane 37.48 (2009). James Sullivan Waterford A.C 30.20 (1995). ENTRY TO MARINE CLIMB Entry fee to Marine Climb online is only €5 if you wait

until race evening it will cost you €8. Please use link here to enter. https://endurancecui.active .com/event-reg/selectrace?e=38057351 MARINE CLIMB PREVIOUS WINNERS 1993 Pat Heffernan, Thurles Crokes 32.17. 1994 Kieran Maher, Ring/Old Parish AC 33.01 1995 James Sullivan, Waterford A.C. 30.20 (course record) 1996 Bill Lacey, St Senans, Kilmacow 33.05 1997 James Sullivan, Waterford A.C. 31.55 1998 Peter Duggan, St Joseph's AC Kilkenny 33.36 1999 James Sullivan, Waterford A.C. 31.55 2000 William Harty, K.C.K 31.50 2001 William Harty K.C.K 32.07 2002 Peter Duggan, St Joseph's AC Kilkenny 34.03 2003 William Harty, K.C.K. 33.45 2004 Peter Duggan, St. Josephs AC. 33.43 2005 Raivis Zakis, West Waterford AC 33.04 2006 Sandis Bralitis, West

Waterford AC 32.28 2007 Sandis Bralitis, West Waterford AC 32.40 2008 Raivis Zakis, West Waterford AC. 32.24 2009 Sandis Bralitis, West Waterford AC 31.59 2010 Sandis Bralitis, West Waterford AC 33.24 2011 Philip Harty, West Waterford AC 34.40 2012 Raivis Zakis, West Waterford AC 33.31 2013 Sandis Bralitis, West Waterford AC 32.48 2014 Philip Harty, West Waterford AC 34.47 2015 Niall Sheil, St. Killians AC 33.56 2016.?? STILL ON FOR THE FULL HOUSE IN 22ND ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2016 The following are still on target to run the full 11 from 11 Ger Wyley sports/skins summer series challenge for 2016. 1. Mary Molloy, Carrick On Suir A.C. 2. Sharon Higgins, West Waterford A.C. 3. Cathriona Kiely, West Waterford A.C.

Committee Meeting

Running Quote

THE Senior clubs monthly committee meeting takes place this Wednesday, August 3rd at 8.30 in Minnie's Bar, Abbeyside.

I'VE run distances that have put me through as much pain as any non-professional runner can experience and

4. Sandra Moore, West Waterford A.C. 5. Claire Fitzpatrick, West Waterford A.C. 6. Margaret Conway, West Waterford A.C. 7. Kate Tobin, Touraneena Road Runners 8. Grainne Hallinan, Touraneena Road Runners 9. Mary Hogan, West Waterford A.C. 10. Josie Ui Chuirrin, West Waterford A.C. MEN WITH ALL 8 RACES DONE TO DATE 1. Martin Hayes, West Waterford A.C. 2. Yevgeniy Chizhikov, West Waterford A.C. 3. Mush Keane, West Waterford A.C. 4. Cathal E. Gleeson, West Waterford A.C. 5. Donal O Donoghue, Little Island 6. Tomás Coleman, West Waterford A.C. 7. Eamonn Curran, West Waterford A.C. 8. Vince Donovan, West Waterford A.C. 9. Tom Hogan, West Waterford A.C. 10. Anthony Carlin, West Waterford A.C.

can honestly say no mile was ever more difficult, more painful, or more unlikely than my first.

lead after and excellent 2nd place finish this week and sits on 147 points. Angeline Drennan has moved up from 6th to 2nd and has a total of 118 points. In third place is Simon Moloney with Sharon Higgins 4th and Fiona Fitzgerald 5th. Ger Fitzgerald sits in 6th with Catriona Kiely 7th . It is still all to p[lay for in the top 5 with just 12 points separating 2nd and 7th. Micheál Moynihan 147 Angeline Drennan 118 Simon Moloney 113 Sharon Higgins 111 Fiona Fitzgerald 109 Ger Fitzgerald 107 Catriona Kiely 106 Liz O’Riordan 101 Conor O'Neill 99 Josie Ui Chuirrin 98 THANKS West Waterford Athletic Club would like to thank all those that have helped in the running of the league. Thanks so much once again to the Friary College for permitting the use of the grounds and of course thanks to those that helped by taking the entries, names, times and results, it’s very much appreciated. Thanks again to Jamie, Patrick and our sponsors at Hallahan’s pharmacy and as always we would like to invite our members and participants in our leagues to support our sponsors where possible.

Pictured just before the off at last Friday evening’s Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd sponsored Conna 5k were Sharon Nugent and Rose Kinsella.

Catriona Kiely, Conor Blackwell and Libby Murphy McGinn pictured at last Friday evening’s Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd sponsored Conna 5k.

West Waterford ladies win team award at Piltown 10K THE annual Iverk sponsored Piltown 10k, race 4 in the Outfield sports Carrick AC series, was held last Friday evening and a field of 96 completed the race. Kevin Maunsell Clonmel AC in 34.10 was the winner on the night and first lady home was Jackie Carty Kilmore AC 38.11. Paul Lenihan was our first

runner home in a time of 43.00 with Peter Cunningham next in 45.22, Mick Concannon ran 45.49 and this saw Mick take first over 50, Bernie Prendergast ran a time of 48.52 and was first lady over 55 while Onra Power ran a time of 50.06. A special well done to Onra who knocked a whopping 6 minutes off her time of 2015,

Anne Massey and Michel Cunningham were our next two home in 50.49 and 51.30 respectfully. Siobhan Lenihan ran a time of 55.44 and Terri Gough complete the 10k in a time of 66.26. A big well done to our ladies team of Onra, Anne and Michelle who took first ladies team on the night and well done to all runners.

James Ledingham joint first in Clogheen 5k A FIELD of 220 walkers/runners took part in last Thursday evenings Clogheen 5k road race. The overall winner, well winners were James Ledingham West Waterford AC and Kevin Maunsell Clonmel AC who were deemed to be inseparable at the finish line as

both recorded exactly the same time and were deemed to be joint 1st on the night. For the record both athletes were recorded as finishing in a time of 15.46. First lady was a more clear cut affair when Aine Roche Clonmel AC took the victory in 19.10.

Ready for road Paschal Proctor, Sue Genc, Paul Brunnock, Vincent O'Donovan and Sharon Higgins at last Friday evening’s Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd sponsored Conna 5k

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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 SCORING was of the highest order this week with regular visitor David Kirby from Faithlegge shooting 45 points to take the Monday Seniors by one point from Shay O’Connor. As usual the Monday Seniors is proving very popular with many visitors taking advantage of the €10 entry fee. My score of the week award goes to the ever popular Marie Fives who blitzed the course on Tuesday shooting a brilliant eight under par 66 to win by three from Doctor Cathie who shot a fine 69. On Wednesday our Sixty. Com and Youngones were in action over 9 holes with Rogie O’Connor and Kate McNamara taking the honours. Our YoungOnes are heading for Waterford Castle on August 17th. The sheet is filling up fast so avoid disappointment and get your name down. Others to shine during the week were Sean McGovern, Johnny Carroll, Peter Finnegan, Ed Lowey and Angela Murphy. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for supporting the competitions. Our “Get Into Golf” Ladies programme continues to be an outstanding success. The Tuesday evening Scramble continues and our resident PGA Professional David is holding clinics starting this Wednesday, 3rd August. The first class commences at 11 am followed by two classes at 7 pm and 8 pm respectively. The cost is €5 per class and is open to all “Get Into Golf” participants.

Another busy week is in prospect with the highlight being our “Family Fun Day” next Saturday. A host of activities are planned including a 9 hole Scramble, Bouncy Castles, Face painting, Putting & Chipping contests as well as the “Drive for Dough”. Music will be provided by Hugh O’Carroll with Eamonn Keane acting as MC. A great day is in prospect so bring the family down and enjoy the craic. Members are reminded to return their completed Drive for Dough cards as soon as possible. Last but not least one of our prejuniors headed north last week to compete in the Irish Junior Masters Ulster Championship at Spa. Adding to his Munster and Connacht titles, AJ Hayes shot a brilliant one under par gross to record a runaway seven shot victory and claim the title. Well played little man. AUGUST 6th FAMILY FUN DAY Final Preparations are underway for the Family Fun Day at Dungarvan Golf Club on Saturday, 6th August. Members, visitors, family and friends are invited to this fun and exciting occasion. A great day out is promised with lots of fun and entertainment from bouncy castles, to face painting, putting competitions, a 9H scramble, a band and food. All are welcome, we’d love to see you there! In conjunction with the Family Fun Day the “Drive for Dough” fundraiser will take place. Booklets containing 20 squares at €5 each are

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday, 30th Sunday, 31st July Monday, 1st August Open 2 or 3 ball Better Ball Result of the 2 ball 1st – Patricia O’Neill (36), Billy Flynn (24) 55 pts b9 Result of the 3 ball 1st – Pat Curley (15), Craig Scotton (17), Alf Barden ((20) 59 pts FIXTURES Saturday, 6th Sunday, 7th August 18 hls Singles Stableford Sponsored by: Tom Feerick Chemist Cappoquin Tuesday 2nd August Bacon Tee time 5.45. Ring ahead if you are going to be late and we will wait for you. Senior Golf over 60 (Na seilici) will continue on Thursday, 28th July at 10.30

am. Absolutely nothing serious here but golf, stories, craic and barn brack. STORY OF THE WEEK For a competition secretary one of the delights is to see new names in the winners’ enclosure. Patricia O’Neill and the ever improving Billy Flynn take the 2 ball Better ball with a great score of 55 pts. They won on the back 9 from Pat Morrissey and Martin O’Driscoll. The winners of the 3 ball have been tried and tested before and know how to play this format to its full advantage. They had 29 points on the way out and returned with 30 pts. Well done all. The Club wishes to extend the best of good golf and luck to our Country Clubs Team

being sold for this unique draw. The squares will be 2ft X 2ft and on the day of the draw 10 golf balls will be hit from a designated tee onto a fairway which will be transformed into a huge grid of 2ft X 2ft squares. These squares will be randomly numbered and the prizes will be allocated to each square in which a ball rests. The ten prizes will range from first prize of €2,500 for the first ball hit, €1,000 for the 2nd prize and second ball, €500 for the 3rd prize and third ball, €250 for 4th and 5th prizes, and €100 for 6th to 10th prizes. All members who have received a card are earnestly requested to enthusiastically support this fundraising event, and your efforts to sell booklets are greatly appreciated. GENTS RESULTS Mon. 25th Seniors: 1st D. Kirby (Faithlegg) (16) 45 pts, S. O’Connor (27) 44 pts, 3 Eamon Keane (22) 41 pts. Thurs. 28th SPAR Singles: 1st J. Carroll (8) 44, 2 D. Buckley (5) 43, 3 B. Hamilton (5) 41, 4 N. Hackett (10) 41, 5 Ml. Power (10) Cahir Park 41pts. Fri. 29th Singles: 1st Peter Finnegan (11) 43, 2 John Reynolds (1) 39 pts, 3 Pat Stack (10) 38. Sat. 30th Singles: 1 E. Lowry (13) 42, 2 T. Brady (10) 41, Gross K. Stack (+1) 41, 3 D. Raher (6) 41, 4 J. O’Riordan (6) 40. Sun. 31st Singles: 1 Sean McGovern (19) 42 pts, 2 Liam Treacy (24) 40, Gross A. Thomas (+1) 40, 3 A. Weldrick (17) 40, 4 T. Conway (11) 40. LADIES RESULTS Mon. 25th Best Seniors Ladies 1st Olga Carroll (32) 39 pts, 2 Una O’Connell (34) 39 pts. Tues. 26th Ladies Stroke (Interlude): 1 M. Fives (20) 66 nett, 2 C. Whelan O’Mahony (11) 69, 3 L. Hogan (33) 70, Best Gross B. McCarthy (6) 79 gross. Sat. 30th Singles (Dungarvan Shopping Centre): 1 A. Murphy (23) 42,

2 M. Mulcahy (32) 42, 3 O. Carroll (31) 41, Best Visitor F. Butler (Newlands) 40 pts. FIXTURES Wed. 3rf Junior Captain's Prize. Thurs. 4th SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15. Sat., 6th Gents/Ladies 11H S/F. FUN 9H SCRAMBLE at 2.30 p.m., FAMILY FUN DAY+Drive4Dough. Sun. 7th Gents Singles S/F. Mon. 8th Open Gents /Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 9th Open Ladies 3 Person Rumble (Murrays Pharmacy). Wed. 10th PRESIDENT’S SCRAMBLE. Thurs. 11th SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15. Fri, 12th PRESIDENT’S PRIZE 2016 (Liam Carroll) GOY. Sat. 13th PRESIDENT’S PRIZE 2016 (Liam Carroll). Sun. 14th PRESIDENT’S PRIZE 2016 (Liam Carroll). Mon. 15th Open Gents /Ladies Seniors(50+) Singles S/F. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town), Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be

who are playing at Lissalane Golf Club next Sunday, in the first of their hopefully two games in the Country Clubs Finals. Ted O’Leary is the manager so 110% will be given on the day for sure. LISMORE LADIES We had our Ladies open on this week kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan – South East Car & Van Hire. The open was won by Nora O'Sullivan, Sheila O'Leary & Greta Barry with a superb 66 pts, they were firing on all cylinders! 2nd went to Helen Farrow, Hannah Lucas and Catherine Neville again with a great score of 60 pts and there were followed into 3rd place by Katherine Moynihan, Sheila Denn & Esther Hornibrook with 58 pts. Well done Ladies. This week’s competition is 18 Holes Stroke GOY/Medal - kindly sponsored by David Hayes. The following Wednesday, 10th August we have 18 Holes stroke qualifying round for the President's Prize, very kindly presented by Mrs. Katherine Moynihan.

The qualifiers will go through to the final 18 Holes on Sunday, 14th August. There will be a separate 9 Hole and beginners 9 hole competition on Wednesday, 10th August. All details of this competition are posted in the clubhouse. This is our final major of the year Ladies, there will be a presentation of prizes on Sunday the 14th, everyone welcome. Please honour our esteemed President Katherine by supporting her prize. The seniors competition is still going ahead on Thursdays at 10.30 am, Willie Henry & Anna Murphy are in charge. Anyone interested please come along, 8 holes - the top field twice, with tea/coffee and cake afterwards. Junior golf is on Thursday evenings at 7 pm please contact either Laoise Ní Chonchubhair or Seán Daly. Our Adult beginners golf has started back on Mondays from 6.30 pm onwards the contacts are Mary Ahern or Chrissie Denn.

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Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Open Gents Singles S/F kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan. Front L-R: Jim Kiersey, Captain; Peter Mullaney, 1st; Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain. Back LR: Liam Carroll, President; John Treen, 2nd; Pat Curran, 3rd; Bob Frizelle, 4th. [Pat Crowley] downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or assistance. YOUNGONES Next competition 3rd August Front 9 at 3 pm. Results 27th July 1st Kate McNamara (31) 23 pts, 2nd Marianne Mulcahy (32) 18 pts. Outing to Waterford Castle August 17th. SIXTY.COM Next competition 3rd August 2 pm. Results 27th July 1, R OConnor (18) 21, Best Man: Ml Brosnan (28) 20, Best Femalae M A Coffey (25) 14 pts. PRO SHOP NEWS Last week our resident professional David hosted another successful “Demo Day” as the Cobra truck rolled into town. The diary was full as many members took advantage to try the latest offerings. Indeed one member found a 21 yard improvement per iron. The clubs are ordered Peter! Our ProShop continues to offer a wide range of services

to our members and visitors alike including the latest equipment, lessons and tuition, club and trolley repair service with professional advice at the best prices in town. David has now added a Lithium Battery tester to his range of services. For all of David’s services and special offers, you can check them out on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com JUNIOR NEWS This week Our Junior Captain Sean Whelan Barrett takes centre stage as he presents his Captain’s prize on Wednesday. The timesheet is available on the club website with our juniors teeing off from 10 am with our Prejuniors going out at 11. The presentation will follow the completion of golf. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continued last week under the watchful eye of Club Professional David. We had a great turnout as always but there is always room for more. Tuition costs €2 per nipper with all equipment provided, so if your nipper fancies giving golf a go,

bring them along every Saturday at 3 p.m. Finally, we wish Danny Raher, Jake O’Riordan and Barry Morrissey the very best of luck as they compete in the Munster Boys Close at Carrick on Thursday. Any enquiries relating to junior golf can be directed to Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. JUNIOR GIRLS GOLF TASTER SESSIONS Taking place every Wednesday in July and August, Venue Dungarvan Golf Club Start Time: 11 am – 12 noon. Cost: €20 for 4 sessions. Equipment provided. Sample chipping, putting and long game. Fun friendly environment Why not give it a try! Enjoy some exercise, fresh air and socialising with your friends! Girls aged 8–7 are welcome to attend! To book a place contact Irene: 058 41605.

Please come along for these taster sessions to see how you might enjoy the game - equipment can be provided. Our mixed competition goes ahead (weather permitting) on Fridays at 6.30 pm loads of craic to be had, ring ahead if running late and your

name can be added to the draw. RESULTS: Sunday, 24th & Wed., 27th July - Ladies Open Day 1st N O'Sullivan, S. O'Leary & G Barry - 66 pts; 2nd H. Farrow, H. Lucas & C. Neville - 60 pts; 3rd K. Moynihan, S. Denn & E.

Hornibrook - 58 pts. FIXTURES: Wednesday, 3rd August 18 Holes Stroke - kindly sponsored by David Hayes. Wednesday, 10th & Sunday, 14th - President's Prize to the Ladies - GOY kindly presented by Mrs. Katherine Moynihan.

Gold Coast Golf Club Ladies competition kindly sponsored by David Hayes. From left: Eilo Fitzgerald, Lady Captain; Ger Hallinan (Winner); Esther McGuckian for Mary Clancy (Gross) and Ann McGrath, Lady President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com OPEN WEEK RESULTS Mon., 25th July – 13 Hole Singles Sfd – Sponsored by Dawn Meats 1st: Alan Twomey (15) 34pts, 2nd: Jerry Martin (17) 32pts, Ladies: Alice Moran (21) 27pts b5. Tues., 26th July – 3 person Champagne Scramble Sponsored by Terra Nua 1st: Philip Spratt, Justin Spratt, Terry O’Callaghan - 105pts. 2nd: Esther McGuckian, Rosie Murphy, Martina Corkery - 102pts (Gold Coast). 3rd: Val O’Neill, John English, Tom Hickey 100pts (Cahir Park). 4th: Noel Landers, Sonny Landers, Michael Landers – 99pts. Wed., 27th July – 18 Hole Singles Sfd – Dungarvan Nissan 1st: John O’Connell (11) 39pts, 2nd: Michael Stapleton (13) 38pts (Kileen), Gross: Eoin Conway (2) 35pts, 3rd: Conor Morrissey (20 37pts b9. CSS: Home 37pts, Away 35pts. Thursday, 28th July – Gents 9 Hole Sponsored by Murray’s Pharmacy 1st: John Keane (15) 22pts, 2nd: Liam Grace (8) 21pts. Fri., 29th July – 18 Hole Stableford Sponsored by Deise Golf World 1st: John Fleming (12) 39pts, 2nd: Max Quinn (11) 38pts b9, Gross: Eoin Conway (2) 36pts gross, 3rd: David O’Keeffe (14) 38pts. CSS: 38. Ladies 9 Hole: Reena McDonnell (36) 19pts. Sat., 30th July – Fourball sponsored by FDC 1st: Owen

O’Keeffe (10) & Pat Higgins (12) 46pts, 2nd: Mark O’Sullivan (8) & Tom Walsh (16) 43pts, 3rd: Kealan Drohan (8) & Padraic Drohan (18) 42pts b9. Sun., 31st July – 3 Person Waltz Sponsored by Coolcormack Residents 1st: Sergei Quinn, Max Quinn, John Quinn - 84pts, 2nd: John Nolan, Joan Nolan, Therese Garvey 82pts, 3rd. Luke Swayne, Robbie Dalton, Ger Donnelly - 81pts, 4th: Aisling Fennell, Jean O’Donovan, Aoife McGovern - 79pts b9. Coolcormack Residents Prize: Joe Tighe, Eleanor Murnaghan, Derry Murnaghan - 71pts. ARDMORE/CLASHMORE GOLF SOCIETY SAT 23rd JULY 1st: Denis Conway (12) 43pts, 2nd: Maurice Hallahan (14) 35pts, 3rd: Percy Walsh 34pts. ABBEY TAVERN SOCIETY SAT 30th JULY 1st: Barry McGill, 2nd: Kevin McGuire, 3rd: Paul McCormack. FIXTURES Tues., Aug 2nd – Open 9 hole Tuesday Treats all day. Wed., Aug 3rd – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 hole stableford Fri., 5th/Sat., 6th Aug – Ardmore GAA Classic. Teams of 4. Ring 058 43216. Sat., 6th/Sun., 7th Aug – Club Competition. 18 Hole Stableford. Fri., 12th/Sat.,13th/Sun., 14th August – Intermediate and Minor Scratch Cups. OPEN WEEK 2016 Our Open Week for 2016 con-

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com DOUBLE UP NEXT WEEKEND The winner of the double-up over the weekend was Colin McArthur, who will receive a €30 voucher to Deise Golf World. Colin had scores of 36 and 39 pts to give a total of 75 pts, 3pts ahead of his nearest rival. SPEEDY RECOVERY All here at the Gold Coast wish John White a speedy recovery following his recent accident. John has always been an integral part of everything that goes on here in the Gold Coast and we all hope to see John back as soon as possible on the course. TWO MEMBERS IN PRIZES IN WATERFORD CASTLE The Captain’s Prize in Waterford Castle over the weekend featured wins in the gross for Eamon O’Donnell and in the over 60 section for our own Captain, Rafael Alvarez. MUNSTER FINALS IN MIXED FOURSOMES On Saturday next 6th August Gold Coast will welcome teams from Tramore, Mahon, Dromoland Castle and Doneraile to our course. All teams have been practicing hard over the past month and we wish the best of luck to them all. The semi-final line-up is as follows: At 9.00 a.m. Dromoland Castle will play Doneraile and at 9.40 a.m. Mahon will play Tramore. The winners will meet in the final later on in the day. COMING UP IN AUGUST Saturday, 6th August: Munster Finals Mixed Foursomes.

Competition for members, see available times on line. Sunday, 7th August: Monthly Medal (Postponed April Medal) Saturday, 13th August: Saturday Half-Sub Qualifier. Sunday, 14th August: Monthly Medal (August) Saturday, 20th August: Minor and Intermediate Scratch Cup & Club Competition Sunday, 21st August: Minor and Intermediate Scratch Cup & Club Competition. Wednesday, 24th August: President’s Skins. Friday 26th/Saturday, 27th August: President’s Prize Qualifiers. Sunday, 28th August: President’s Prize Finals. FRIDAY EVENING SCRAMBLES Scrambles for beginners and regulars will start on Friday, 24th June, kicking off at 6 p.m. It is open to all members, male and female, and their friends and the entry fee is €3. Prizes will be presented in the Gold Coast afterwards. GOLD COAST CUP Here we are down to the semifinals with the following players involved: Austin Kiely v John White and Conor Clancy v Dean Golds. All matches to be completed by 15th August. SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY All is now set for the final of this competition where Ger Bagge will play Michael Lenihan. This is the first year of this competition and it has been very successful and it will definitely become part of our

cluded on Monday last and what a fantastic Open Week it was. It has to have been one of the busiest Open Weeks that the club has experienced. We were very lucky with the weather which was very kind to us and this is a huge help in holding any event. There was great interest for all the competitions and we had plenty international visitors who hailed from France, Spain, Denmark, UK and USA. All of which enjoyed their visit to West Waterford and promised to return again. We would like to sincerely thank all our Open Week sponsors and also everyone who came and supported the club during the Open Week. Your support is greatly appreciated. CLUB FOURBALL With our Open Week successfully completely we can now concentrate on the outstanding club competitions. The Club Fourball is now at the quarter final stage and we request the remaining pairs to play their matches during the next week. CLUB SINGLES The draw for the Club Singles is now posted on notice board. CHALLENGE TROPHY Cappoquin player Keith Landers is the winner of the Summer challenge with two rounds of 29pts and a total of 58pts. Second place goes to GSK Sports and Social player Robert Torpey with a total of 55pts. In third place is Flynn Group player Dinger Kenneally. GREAT WEEKEND FOR SEAMUS POWER Well done to West Waterford’s Seamus Power last weekend in the Elle Mae Classic at TPC Stonebrae. Seamus carded scores of 65, 67, 68 and 67 and finished on a score of 13 under for the tournament. Seamus is nicely positioned on the money rankings list and is working hard at staying in the top 25 finishers who will go on to qualify for a PGA Tour Card for next season.

annual calendar of events. Rumour has it that Ger has sent his car in to get it valeted while Michael is talking about upgrading his bicycle in preparation for the special parking spot for the winner. Best of luck to both players. The final is due to be completed by 21st August. DAWN INTERNATIONAL MIXED FOURSOMES The semi-final line up is as follows: Micheal White & Teresa Queally v Austin Kiely & Elaine Goss. Jimmy O’Dwyer & Bernie Morrissey v Derek Power & Anne Keane. Above matches to be completed by 6th August. MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES The draw for this competition is as follows: Michael Lenihan & Rafael Alvarez v John Flynn & Seanie Lenihan. Micheal White & Des O’Brien v Declan Kiely & John W Walsh. Kieran Cullinan & Frank Waters v v John White & Bob O’Brien. Tom White & Michael Whelan v Austin Kiely Jnr & Paddy Walsh All 2nd round matches must be completed by 18th August. MEMBERSHIP FOR €135 Gold Coast is introducing a new type of membership aimed at players between the ages of 20 and 35 years of age. It is a flexible membership and players will be able to get an official GUI/ILGU handicap. The player can play ten rounds of golf with this membership and if they wish they can purchase further rounds. Players can play in competitions after paying the relevant entry fee but cannot win 1st prize in any Golfer of the Year competition. It is designed to get the age group mentioned above to start or come back playing golf. For more information contact Bob or Mark at 058 44055.

Seamus Power. WEST WATERFORD PRODUCES FOURTH OLYMPIAN West Waterford’s Seamus Power, and the former East Tennessee State University golfer, was selected to represent Ireland in Rio de Janeiro after several of golf’s top stars withdrew from consideration. “It still hasn’t hit me,” Seamus said. “I have so many things to take care of. It’s exciting.” Seamus was contacted by text and then a phone call from Paul McGinley, Ireland’s captain, with the big news. Seamus and threetime major winner, Padraig Harrington, are the two golfers representing Ireland in Rio. Spots became available after Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell and Shane Lowry pulled out. “For three or four weeks I was thinking of it being a possibility,” said Seamus, who is 290th in the World Golf Rankings. “Guys started pulling out and it got closer and closer. And then I made the team.” From the Zika virus scare to security concerns, many of the world’s top golfers have turned down Olympic invitations. U.S. Open champion Dustin Johnson backed out. Then Jordan Spieth, who waited until the last minute to announce his decision. “That’s OK with me,” said Seamus, who

added that he has no reservations about going to Rio. “It’s less guys I have to try to beat to get a medal.” The Opening Ceremony is scheduled for the 5th August and Seamus said he is planning to get to the Games in time to march with the Irish delegation. “If I can get there, that would be great,” he said. “You hear from people who have done it, what a great experience it was and I’ve seen it on TV. That would be unbelievable.” The dates for the men’s competition are 11th – 14th August. Seamus will miss a Web.com Tour event that week, but he’s nicely positioned on the money list and appears likely to finish in the top 25 and earn his PGA Tour Card for next season. “I’m in pretty good position, so I can probably get away with it,” he said. If he returns to the Web.Com tour immediately after the Olympics, the next event he would play in would be the News Sentinel Open at Fox Den Country Club in Knoxville. Seamus won five tournaments while playing for East Tennessee State University and graduated in 2010 with a Degree in Accounting. The Olympic golf will be held at a new course, one that few of the competitors have seen. The field for the Olympics will be 60 players. Seamus will become ETSU’s first Olympian since Zach Whitmarsh represented Canada in the 800 metre run in 2000. Other ETSU Olympians included runners Ray Flynn in 1980 and 1984, Neil Cusack in 1976 and Eddie Leddy in 1972, all of whom are from Ireland. “It’s great to just represent Ireland, just to go play, but to cap it off with a medal for my country would be unbelievable,” Seamus said. This is the fourth time that the West Waterford area has produced an Olympian to represent

their country. Seamus, from Touraneena, follows in the footsteps of fellow West Waterford athletes John Treacy, from Villierstown, and Jamie Costin from An Sean Phobal. Also cyclist Robert Power who hails from Abbeyside. Treacy represented Ireland four times at the Olympics between 1980 and 1992 and it was in Los Angeles in 1984 where he went on to win a silver medal in the marathon. Costin qualified to represent Ireland in the 50km Walk at three Olympic Games, the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens and the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Unfortunately, due to an accident Jamie was unable to attend Athens in 2004. Cyclist Robert Power represented Ireland at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. What proud moments for West Waterford. Best of luck Seamus in Rio. What a proud time for you and your family. All in West Waterford and countrywide will be shouting you on. SUNDAY LUNCH AT WEST WATERFORD Sunday Lunch at West Waterford is continuing to be a great success to date and we wish to thank you all for your continued support. Sunday lunch is available between 12.30 pm and 3 pm and you can choose from our varied menu selection. As well as the Sunday lunch the restaurant is proving to be very successful at present and let’s hope that this continues throughout the year. JUNIOR NOTES Results Mon., 25th July – Junior 18 Hole – Sponsored By Dawn Meats 1st: Brian Elliot (23) – 63 pts (Newlands), 2nd: Shane Brady (27) – 66 pts (Waterford Castle), 3rd: Charlie Treen (20) – 69 pts (Dungarvan), 1st Gross: Ross Powell (6) 73 gross (Waterford).

Junior Competitions are held each Tuesday at 10 am sharp followed by a lesson. AUTUMN GOLF CAMP 2016: Tues., 9th - Fri., 12th August. Girls 11 am-12.30 pm; Boys 1.30 pm-3 pm. Ages 6-13. Cost €25. Contact: Office 058 43216, Mobile 086 3521070, Email: twmurphy9@gmail.com, Facebook: Tim Murphy Coaching. WEST WATERFORD SPANISH CHAMPIONSHIP – FRIDAY 29th JULY: 1st Girl: Merche Corbacho (4) 53.4 nett, 1st Boy: Marrino (9) 49 nett. WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB LADIES RESULTS Open Week RumbleThursday, 28th July Aishling Fennel (8) WW; Jean O'Donovan (28) WW; Aoife McGovern (32) WW 57 points; Marie T. Curran (27) WW; Margaret O'Sullivan (36) East Cork; Bridget Holohan (36) Callan 55 points; Ger Hallinan (23) Gold Coast; Esther McGuckian (15) Gold Coast; Bernie Morrissey (29) Gold Coast 52 points (on countback). Monday Open 13 hole - 25th July, Ladies Winner: Alice Moran (21) 27 points b5. Friday 29th – Open Ladies 9 hole Winner: Reena McDonnell (36) 19 points. FIXTURES August 4th - Mna Eile Qualifier. August 7th and 11th – 18 hole S/F Competition kindly sponsored by Wine Buff. August 14th – Captain's Prize to Ladies S/F & GOY – please put your name on sheet in ladies locker room. August 9th hole kindly sponsored by Finola Butler.

OVER €4,000 IN PRIZES New Open Competition for Teams of 3 In association with McGuirks Golf. Format: 2 scores to count on all holes. Can be played anytime, Sunday to Friday. €50 per Team Prizes each week. FIXTURES Tuesday, 2nd August: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents. Friday, 5th August: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Friday, 5th August: Scramble at 6 p.m. Saturday, 6th August: Club Competition. Sunday, 7th August: Monthly Medal (Postponed April Medal). Tuesday, 9th August: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents. RESULTS Tuesday. 26th July: Open Seniors, CSS: Gents 37 pts, Ladies 35 pts. 1st: Liam Murphy (21) 41 pts Cahir Park GC; 2nd: John J Fitzgerald (18) 40 pts Williamstown GC; 1st Lady: Mary Ryan (26) 35 pts Old Conna GC Friday, 29nd July: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Jimmy Beresford (20) 38 pts. 2nd: Sean Murray (19) 37pts Gross: Fergus Golden (4) 31 pts. Friday, 29th July: 9 Hole Scramble 1st: D. D. Hannigan, Tony O’Sullivan, Marie O’Sullivan, Lil O’Connor. 2nd: Vincent Hyland, Catherine Hyland, Rafael Alvarez. Saturday, 30th July: 18 Hole Club CSS 37 pts. 1st: Tony Sheehan (12) 43 pts. 2nd Maurice Swan (17) 39pts Gross: Michael Lenihan (4) 32 pts. Sunday 31st July: 18 Hole Blue Stableford Vice-President’s Prize kindly presented by John Queally CSS 35 pts. 1st: Michael Wall (13) 40 pts. 2nd: Colin McArthur (8) 39 pts. Gross: Michael Lenihan (4) 32 pts. 3rd: Tommy Long (10) 37 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures 10 Hole Ongoing Competition 9 Hole Ongoing for Beginners 18 Hole 2 card Competition

sponsored by Cliff House Hotel Sat., 6th Aug: Munster Final of Mixed Foursomes Sun., 7th Aug: Presidents Prize to Ladies Mon. 8th – Sun., 14th Aug Eileen Murphy scotch Foursomes Sat., 20th Aug 18 Hole S/f sponsored by Kilmeaden Tractors Mon., 22nd Aug Open 3 ball Rumble sponsored by Comserve Wed., 24th Aug Presidents Skins Competition Sun., 28th Aug Presidents Prize (Anne Mc Grath) Cliff House Hotel 2 Card competition: A new 2 card competition starting Sat 20th July kindly sponsored by the Cliff House Hotel, entry €5 and reentry €3 Beginners 9 Hole Competition: We have decided to start a 9 hole competition especially for the beginners to give them a chance of playing at more suitable times, it would be encouraging if some of our members joined them for the occasion. Open Competitions: Our Open Team Events will take place every month from now until September and will be a mix of Champagne Scrambles, Rumbles and Waltz Competitions, details of which will be posted in these notes. Our next open competition on Mon., 22nd Aug. is a 3 Person Rumble, and again kindly sponsored by Comserve to whom we are extremely grateful. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends and fellow golfers from our neighbouring clubs to partake in our open events and a list of same is available in the kiosk. Ladies Outing to Bunclody: Our outing to Bunclody GC on Saturday, 23rd July was a marvellous away trip with great weather, fabulous food and some fantastic golf. Everybody entered the open team event on the day giving us all a challenge with some very interesting and some very tricky

holes!! However, while we may not have featured in the club competition, our Lady Captain Eilo had a prize for everybody!! Bunclody GC was an experience for many of us and our grateful thanks to Eilo for organising a wonderful trip with everything included even the wine!! Committee Meeting: Our next committee meeting is Friday, 5th Aug. at 8 pm in Bunker Bar. Condolences: The Lady Captain and committee wish to convey their sympathy to our secretary Kay and Uwe Claassen on their recent bereavement in Germany. Sheila Norris Matchplay: The following is the draw for the Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay competition. All 1st round matches to be completed by 24th July. Second round matches to be completed by 14th August. Marie Hayes v Ruth Hannigan. Serena Roche v ? Mary Kiely v Anne McGrath, winner v Bernie Morrissey. Eilo Fitzgerald v Elaine Goss, winner v Ger Hallinan. Second round matches: Teresa Queally v Patricia Doyle. Mary O’Callaghan v Ellen Foley. Margaret Mulhearne v ? Kay Claassen v Rosemary Murphy. Club Foursomes Draw: The following is the draw for the Club Foursomes Matchplay competition. All 1st round matches to be completed by 24th July. Second round matches to be completed by 14th August. Ruth Hannigan & Anne Keane v Helena Fitzgerald & Anne McGrath. Rosemary Murphy & Marie Hayes v Ger Hallinan & Serena Roche. Second Round matches: Elaine Goss & Kay Claassen v Esther McGuckian & Joan O’Dea. Martina Corkery & Ellen Foley v Mary Kiely & Julie Lawlor.

Eileen Murphy Scotch Foursomes This competition will run from Mon 8th to Sun 14th August, there will be a draw for partners for the Sunday only, please add your name and handicap to list in kiosk. Anyone wishing to play during the week may do so by organising their own matches. The winning pair will represent the club in Little Island in September, good luck to all!! NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Golf is a very sociable game and a great way of meeting new people, it is the only game that can be played worldwide without a partner as having your name on a time sheet does that for you!! While many of us will never reach international status, we can still represent our club on a national level or just enjoy club competitions and social golf, with this game there is something for everyone!! BEGINNERS LESSONS Ladies, if you would like to play a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include golf lessons with Ian Prendergast on Wednesday evenings at 6.15 pm at the practice area. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends along on this night. Names are now being taken, for details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. (058-44055) FRIDAY NIGHT INVITATIONAL SCRAMBLES Our Friday night scrambles are now started, and this is a great way of playing a mixed competition in a totally relaxed and fun format, and getting introduced to the members of the men’s club! This event is played over 9 holes and the entry is €3, ladies please come along and invite your friends for some Friday night fun!! Registration and draw at 6.15 p.m.

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‘Up For The Match with Stephen Molumphy’ THIS coming Saturday, August 6th join the Waterford GAA supporters club PreChampionship evening – ‘Up For the Match’ in Mulligan’s Pub Sandymount, Dublin, where Stephen Molumphy will discuss all things Waterford GAA. Stephen will take us through his career from captaining the Deise on the battle fields of Walsh Park, Semple Stadium and Croke Park to now being a Captain of a slightly different variety with the Irish Army. There will be possibility of questions from the crowd and this is an ideal opportunity for any Deise folk living in Dublin or just up for the match weekend to enjoy craic agus ceol in a Waterford pub. The Ballyduff Upper native needs no introduction to Waterford hurling folk having played for 9 years with the senior hurlers. Stephen won an All Star, Munster Championship, National League and Senior County Championship all in 2007 alone while then captaining Waterford to Munster success in 2010 and added that to various Harty Cup, Fitzgibbon and Club accolades. On the night there will be a ‘Waterford themed’ raffle. We have had fantastic support from local Waterford business’s with prizes on offer including break to Cliff House Ardmore, Muldoon Whiskey, Blackwater Gin, Lismore Food Company Biscuit selection as well as a signed Waterford jersey. We are also very grateful to Mulligan’s for use of Dublins number one Deise venue. This is always a great social and network event as well as an excellent opportunity to meet fellow Deise ‘exiles’ in

Stephen Molumphy Dublin. The Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin was formed in 1992 and has grown steadily over the past two decades with its primary objective to support and raise funds for Waterford GAA while also providing a forum for Deise folk in Dublin. These events have gone from strength to strength over the past number of years with Ken McGrath, Tony Browne and Dan Shanahan having previously joined us. Proceedings on the night will ‘throw-in’ from 8:00 pm onwards in Mulligan’s of Sandymount. Please spread the word – this is a free event open all GAA fans so why not make the trip to Dublin to be in plenty time for the big game Sunday so hope to see you there on 6th August GOLF CLASSIC On July 22nd last we held our annual golf classic at Palmerstown Golf Club. A great day was had by all with the weather even playing its part. It was great to have a number of ex-hurlers join us

with Tony Browne, Dave Bennett, Ray Whitty along with Patrick Haran and Tom Fives. All participating teams really enjoyed the day and as you can expect with so many ex hurlers playing the standard was very high this year. Once again the venue, food, golf course were in great condition and a good test. Many thanks to our various sponsors on the day. List of prize-winners as follows: 1st: GMC. 2nd: Specialist Technical Services. 3rd: Crown Roofing. Longest drive: Dave Bennett (STS). Nearest Pin: Michael Durcan (Julius Baer). Front nine: Comans Wines. Back nine: Anam Technologies. PLAYING FIELD On the playing field we have had a number of recent successes we would like to acknowledge. The recent good fortunes began with our Senior Camogie team defeating Clare earlier this month, continuing with the Senior Ladies Footballers defeating Armagh last weekend and then our U-21 hurlers capturing the Munster Hurling Title last Wednesday night in Walsh Park. Comhghairdeas to all! It goes without saying we would like to wish the Senior Ladies Footballers playing Kerry this Saturday in Birr and also wish the senior hurlers all the best this coming Sunday on their quest for Liam McCarthy. We would urge as many Waterford fans as possible to make the trip to both Birr and Croke Park to lend your support. The Future is bright…the Future is Blue and White. Up the Deise!

All-Ireland Senior Hurling semi-final: A view from the Cornerstone WHEN the counties met in the league encounter in February The Decies showed they had learned from their defeat in the semi-final by handing out a six point beating to Brian Coady's men despite shooting 17 wides, a repeat of that performanunce

would give them more than a 50% chance of reaching the final. Despite their dismal Munster Final performance against Tipperary and a somewhat unconvincing display against Wexford in the Q-final Waterford hurlers will

relish their All Ireland semifinal meeting with Killkenny on Sunday. In the corresponding fixture last year they matched the All Ireland champions in every aspect except perhaps experience. Waterford to win.

On injury list for Sunday WATERFORD boss Derek McGrath looks set to be without two key players for Sunday's All-Ireland SHC semi-final against Kilkenny. Both Darragh Fives and Shane Bennett are injury concerns for McGrath ahead of this weekend's showdown at Croke Park, with the latter having suffered a knee injury during the Deise men's Munster U21 final victory over Tipperary last Wednesday.

Fives had to be withdrawn 12 minutes into Waterford's quarter-final victory over Wexford last Sunday week, which could see McGrath having to shuffle his pack against the AllIreland champions this weekend. "It's hard to know with Darragh. He has a tear in the quad, a fresh tear. "Shane Bennett picked up a bad knock in the U-21 match. He's on crutches at the minute."

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Local Gaels’ views on Sunday’s semi-final James Veale, Ballinroad

Tomas O Cuirrin, An Rinn

THERE is now doubt we have a tough task in hand on Sunday, but there is also no doubt either that we have a talented panel of players and on any given day we can be a match for any team in the county. My feeling which I’d say is shared by many is that we will need to score goals to beat this great Kilkenny outfit. If we approach the game with this in mind we have a chance of upsetting the odds. Up the Déise !!!

HURLING is a simple uncomplicated game that has given us gaels a lot of pleasure and memories for the last 132+ years. We are lucky in Waterford to have a good panel with forwards who need to be given the freedom to use the space in Croke Park in order to be able to express their ability and all working together with a team spirit as our U21s have done thus far this year and not as individuals trying for glory from long range. If we don't the Cats will lick us apart in a park that is as good as home to them. Beir bua.

Tomás McCarthy, Journalist KILKENNY have won nine All Ireland semi-finals in a row under Brian Cody. They wore down both Dublin and Galway in Leinster and Waterford must front up to that physical challenge. Midfield appears a key battleground with Conor Fogarty, Michael Fennelly, Jamie Barron and Kevin Moran all vying for supremacy. The underdogs must choose their shots wisely and use their pace to test Kilkenny. Ten attempts dropped short into Eoin Murphy last August. TJ Reid and Richie Hogan scored 1-14 between them on that afternoon and those two match winners may prove the difference again come the final quarter.

Gavin Whelan, Colligan FIRST things first, I think it’s a great achievement to be back in an All-Ireland semi-final, as we look forward to a repeat of last year’s last four clash which Kilkenny won with relative ease. Looking forward to Sunday, I think Waterford showed good character to bounce back from the heavy Munster Final defeat by seeing off what in the end was a very feeble Wexford challenge. I think at this stage last year, we were going up more in hope than confidence (when facing Kilkenny) but I feel this year, we will have a right go at the All-Ireland champions and not just focus on stopping the opposition. Anything can happen on any given day, and I think for Waterford to have any chance on Sunday, we need to throw off the shackles and go for it, start asking questions of Kilkenny’s defence. I’d be pushing a few more forwards up front, and play quick direct ball in, at the end of the day you’re going to have to score goals to beat Kilkenny, and so far this year questions remain about our goal scoring ability. It will take a massive performance to win, but I hope people travel and give the lads the support they deserve, and hopefully come 5 pm Sunday evening, who knows, we might be looking forward to an All-Ireland final. I want to wish all the panel and Derek McGrath, along with his management team the very best of luck. Port Láirge Abú!

Dan Shanahan’s views on Sunday’s game DAN Shanahan is confident that Waterford can put it up to Kilkenny in their All-Ireland SHC semi-final. Na Deise will go into the August 7th clash as outsiders following their Munster final drubbing but selector Shanahan believes they can rattle the All-Ireland champions at headquarters. "As a young fella, who wouldn't want to play in Croke Park? It's every young fella's dream to play against Kilkenny in Croke Park. You never know. To get a bit of luck and win the game would be nice." "I wouldn't be involved if I didn't think we could win. Of course, Kilkenny are the All-Ireland favourites and the All-Ireland champions, and we'll give them the respect they deserve. "But we're going to give them one hell of a battle, and Brian Cody knows that too."

Anne Ryan, Springmeadows Dungarvan BEST wishes to the Waterford senior hurlers in the All Ireland Semi-Final. Well done to all on making it back to Croke Park for the second consecutive year. Waterford are more than capable of beating Kilkenny on Sunday - they have already beaten them this year in the opening round of the National Hurling League. Waterford have the players skill, teamwork and experience to overcome Kilkenny this time. The superb and historic U-21 Munster Final win last week will inspire the players - not alone the players from that team who are on the senior team/panel - but the entire senior team as well. TEAM - Together everyone achieves more! Go for it! Up the Deise !

Sean Daly, Lismore WE must believe on a number of fronts if we are going to reach this year’s All Ireland Final. Firstly, we must believe that we are capable of beating Kilkenny. We beat them already this year although it was just the league and we were better prepared than them but we matched them physically and in hurling terms. We must now match them mentally on a bigger stage. Secondly, any forward worth his salt wants to rattle the net and score goals. Doing this in Croke Park is something a player will always remember and our hurlers must be given the opportunity to do what they are capable of. Sunday is the occasion to do it.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final

Sunday’s semi is there to be won if we really want it WATERFORD V KILKENNY in Croke Park Sunday, August 7th at 3.30 p.m.

By Phil Fanning HOW often have we been here before at this stage of the championship? Ten times actually since returning to the big stage in 1998 after a thirty five year lapse. We have won just once and that was when we beat shocked Tipperary in 2008 before going on to crash out to Kilkenny in the final. On five occasions we have faced Kilkenny in semifinals and come up short. Not too short, mind you, our heaviest defeats being in the two most recent semis of 2011 and ’15, each by six points, the same margin by which we lost a closely contested qualifier in Thurles in 2013 after extra time. Our only success against Kilkenny in knockout competition has been in the 2007 Allianz League final at Semple Stadium. On Sunday next Waterford go to Croke Park once again cast in the role of rank outsiders and unless we have learned from all of those semi-final defeats to Kilkenny, and particularly last year’s, then we are wasting our time and this time next year we will be happy enough again to have gone so far and be previewing a twelfth semi-final appearance and expressing the same hopes but with less conviction. Last year, after winning the League title and even after going down by five points to Tipperary in the Munster Final, I firmly believed that we had the players with the ability to take on and beat a Kilkenny side that was in something of a transition providing we were prepared to ask the questions. The cautious approach, fostered by a system that had served us well in winning the League, saw us go down to a Tipperary team that was nothing special and against Kilkenny we had the opportunity to test them, and indeed ourselves, by taking them on. Kilkenny had two championship rookies in their fullback line, one of whom has been jettisoned since, and they enjoyed the most comfortable of afternoons against Waterford’s lone ranger up front, Maurice

Shanahan. Eoin Murphy in the Kilkenny goal was never seriously threatened and while our ‘sweeper’ system restricted Kilkenny to just one goal we never looked like outscoring them. Now we are back again and facing the same scenario. On Sunday we will find out once and for all if we have made progress from last year and whether or not Kilkenny have done the same. After losing by five points to Tipperary last year Waterford bounced back to score a five point win over Dublin in the quarter final a game in the course of which we scored two goals of real quality from Maurice Shanahan and Shane Bennett and went close to scoring a couple more. Against Kilkenny we went back to the game plan that had failed against Tipperary and the result was the very same if even more emphatic. Nothing has changed since except that this year Tipperary destroyed us in the Munster final. The same choices have to be made on Sunday. Make no mistake about it the performance of the U-21 side against Tipperary on Wednesday last is being seen in sharp contrast to that of the senior team. People left Walsh Park on Wednesday last happy with the victory but in buoyant mood having won in some style while playing without fear or restraint. Make no mistake the defensive ‘system’ operated by Derek McGrath and his management team has taken us to where we are for the second year running but the jury is out on whether it can take us further. We need to find out just how good this team is or how good it can be. Indeed, the players themselves need to find out. The Waterford team that started against Wexford showed just two changes in personnel from the starting fifteen that lost to Kilkenny last year in that Colin Dunford and Jake Dillon were replaced by Pauric Mahony and Patrick Curran. The two aforementioned remain very much in the mix for places in the attack as do Brian

Tomas McCarthy, member of the Judging Panel, July winner Jamie Barron, Fiona Cusack, Granville Hotel, June winner Kevin Moran and Liz Reddy WLR FM. [Noel Browne]

WLR/Granville GAA Awards: June and July winners Kevin Moran and Jamie Barron CONGRATULATIONS to Waterford senior hurlers Kevin Moran and Jamie Barron, both of whom are the latest recipients of the WLR FM Granville Hotel GAA awards for June and July. June winner Captain Kevin Moran had a fantastic game in the Munster semi-final against Clare and led by example in the All Ireland Quarter final against Wexford. O’Halloran, Stephen Bennett and Tom Devine and certainly there is no shortage of attacking options in the panel. The defence is unlikely to be changed unless Darragh Fives is ruled out with the injury that forced him off early in the Wexford game. In such a situation Conor Gleeson remains the readymade replacement. It will be interesting to see if Austin Gleeson’s performance on Wednesday last will spark a rethink in how the Waterford defence is set up. The Kilkenny attack looks more lethal than Tipperary’s so each player will have to be marked closely with T. J. Reid and Richie Hogan commanding more attention than the others. I doubt if Brian Cody will see any need to deploy a sweeper against a Waterford attack that, at most, is likely to feature no more than four players if Derek is to retain the faith in his system for Sunday as he indicated after the Tipperary game. In that situation the middle third of the field will be the main bat-

tleground and that is where Waterford are well served with Kevin Moran and Jamie Barron in the engine room. With Austin Gleeson in the same area Waterford will be a match in terms of work rate and strength against Michael Fennelly and Conor Fogarty. The Waterford players are great ball winners in midfield and can break forward at pace to score points but their task can be made much easier by having players up front to receive fast ball. At the moment it is understood that Darragh Fives is in a race to attain full fitness having been forced off early against Wexford with what we are told is a recurrence of the injury that dogged him earlier in the year. It does appear that Shane Bennett is in some bother having suffered a knee injury late in the U-21 game and he has not trained since. Brian Cody appears to have no injury worries as his players all returned from club action two weeks ago. Just how the layoff from competi-

Jamie Barron took the July award. The judges said he has been one of the most consistent players and outstanding midfielders throughout the league and championship campaigns. We wish both Kevin, Jamie and the Waterford Senior Hurling Panel the best of luck in the All Ireland Semi-Final against Kilkenny in Croke Park on Sunday next.

tive action on the inter-county front in five weeks following the Leinster final win over Galway will impact on his side remains to be seen. The only change from the starting fifteen in the Leinster final will be the inclusion of Richie Hogan who replaced Eoin Larkin at half-time and while Colin Fennelly was also replaced at half time in that game by John Power I would feel that Larkin, who has not had as much game time this year after being away for the duration of the League on army duty, could be the one to lose out with strongman Walter Walsh and Lester Ryan retaining their positions on the wings. Last year Cody appeared to have unearthed another attacking star in the person of Ger Aylward but he has been ruled out for this year having fallen victim to the dreaded curse of the cruciate. He has, however found a more than adequate replacement in Jojo Farrell who shot 1-4 from play against Galway having previously scored 1-6 against

Dublin. Against Wexford, Waterford scored fifteen of their twenty one points from play with none coming from anywhere close to the Wexford goal and still managed to hit a big total of wides. It would be naïve to believe that the game against Kilkenny can be won by the same means especially when one considers that only four of the meagre total of thirteen points against Tipperary came from open play. If Kilkenny have a very bad day Waterford could possibly outpoint them but to depend on that happening would be like depending on winning the lotto to solve all problems. Despite his declaration of undying faith in the system that has got the team thus far I would suggest that a man of Derek’s deep insight into the game realises in his heart of hearts that if Waterford are to have a real chance of beating Kilkenny on Sunday the system will have to be at least tweaked a bit. That would mean trusting the players and

allowing them to make their own judgements and react instinctively to situations. I would suggest that Kilkenny are still vulnerable at the back as appeared to be the case against Clare in the League semi-final. Waterford have better forwards than the Banner and this time should ask the questions that were not asked in Croke Park last year. Some general or other once said that attack was the best form of defence and as all else has failed against Kilkenny and Tipperary that may be the way to go on Sunday. The U-21 win has lifted supporters’ spirits and I believe they will travel in strength on Sunday hoping this time to get more than a performance. These Waterford players are capable of taking on the cham-pions and getting a result here but if they do not get the victory and are beaten by a better team let us not be leaving Croke Park with the questions unanswered as they were last year.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Ballinacourty back on track Ballinacourty ………1-15; Ardmore ………………0-8. ANNUAL championship contenders Ballinacourty put their bad start to this year’s campaign behind them at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening with a comprehensive 0-10 defeat of unbeaten Ardmore in this third round senior football encounter. This was a game’ Courty had to win and their pre match body language and approach mirrored the importance of this fixture for them. Conor Prunty’s outfit got down to business from the first whistle and if they had finished off numerous early moves, the game would have been done and dusted by halftime. It was, however, an improved ‘Courty here and further progress will be required before taking on the likes of Stradbally and the Nire later on when the real business of the year will eventually get underway. Once again, the talk around the county is that the club player is a forgotten species and that the grass roots of the Association, the clubs, are being neglected. Nobody knows when their next game in either football or hurling will be played as the tail wags the dog and all concentration in summer GAA affairs is given to the county players. If this continues for the next number of years then the very foundations of the Association are at risk with an exodus from our

games by players and club officials a distinct possibility. The lip service of changing the system will only last so long and the motivation and the interest in clubs which is taken for granted will diminish. It was an ideal evening for a game of football at the Shandon venue compared to what is in store when the county scene is finished and Ballinacourty took this game by the scruff of the neck from the first whistle. Gary Hurney picked up a black card as early as the third minute and he was replaced by Michael Maher. Ardmore defended well early on but the constant pressure took its toll and a Michael O’Halloran pass to Patrick Hurney produced the first score of the game in the 7th minute, a goal, in the Seamus O Braonain end of the grounds. Michael Maher and Mark Ferncombe followed up with white flags by the 11th minute and already Ardmore’s unbeaten run was under threat. One of the seasiders’ best players on the night, their captain Wayne Hennessy, opened their account with a 14th minute point from play following which ‘Courty’s corner forward Shane O’Donovan had two goal scoring attempts. The first was after intercepting a short hand pass out of defence but his effort went wide off the upright and his second shot was well stopped by Damien

Lenane between the sticks for Ardmore. O’Donovan made amends with a fine 18th minute white flag but Ardmore settled into the game somewhat and Wayne Hennessy and a fine left legged pointed free by Tommy Power left just a goal the difference at 1-3 to 0-3 in the 21st minute. Mark Ferncombe, with a fine score and David Gartland exchanged points as did James Kennedy and Patrick Hurney (f) and when the latter popped over his third and the final score of the half in the 30th minute, his team left the field leading by 1-6 to 0-5. The lead could have been greater if the forwards were more direct in their play and kicked at the posts which players on all teams are shying away from with the exception of such as Mark Ferncombe, Wayne Hennessy and Patrick Hurney, who are usually successful at doing so. Ballinacourty’s 0-4 advantage stretched to 0-6 by the end of the third quarter with a stubborn Ardmore team in contention up to this. John Hurney opened the second half scoring with points by Michael O’Neill and Seamus Keating, now operating in at full forward due to injury, reducing their deficit to 1-7 to 0-7. However, Ballinacourty upped their performance a notch or two and scores by Patrick Hurney 0-2 (1f) and Shane O’Donovan gave

them a 0-6 cushion with twenty minutes left to play, 110 to 0-7. Ardmore’s final score came as early as the 46th minute from a usual source, Wayne Hennessy, as the winners took over full time in general play. Their return was a further five points for the winners via Shane O’Donovan again, his third score, Mark Ferncombe in the 51st and in the 57th minutes, Michael Maher and a point by the recently introduced Neil Montgomery, in the 52nd minute. Ardmore had a late goal scoring opportunity but that was their lot against a stubborn and well organised Ballinacourty backline, who commendably played out the finish as if there was just a score between the teams. Substitutes were introduced by both camps left, right and centre with the most notable being John Elsted in the 49th minute, which ends his participation in this year’s intermediate football grade. ‘Courty’s remaining fixtures are against Nire and Gaultier while Ardmore face An Rinn and the Nire. Even at this stage, the four qualifiers have a look of being made up of An Rinn, Nire, Ballinacourty and Ardmore bar an upset down the road. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Patrick Hurney, Mark Ferncombe, David Collins. Ardmore’s Top Three: Wayne Hennessy, Declan

Referee John Condon (An Rinn) pictured with team captains Wayne Hennessy (Ardmore) and Conor Prunty (Ballinacourty). Pendergast, Kenny Murphy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Patrick Hurney. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 6. Ardmore 5. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 1-13. Ardmore 0-7. Frees For: Ballinacourty 15. Ardmore 21. Wides: Ballinacourty 12. Ardmore 6. Score of the Match: Ballinacourty’s 50th minute point engineered by Patrick Hurney and executed by Shane O’Donovan. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 1-4 (2f), Mark Ferncombe 0-4, Shane O’Donovan 0-3, Michael Maher 02, John Hurney and Neil Montgomery 0-1 each. Ardmore: Wayne Hennessy 0-3, Tommy Power (f), David Gartland, Seamus Keating, James Kennedy and Michael O’Neill 0-1

each. Daniel Power, Declan Ballinacourty: Stephen Prendergast, Declan Fitzgerald; Enright; Eoghan Bergin, Brian Niall Hennessy, Seamus Looby, Conor McCarthy; David Prendergast, Kenny Murphy; Collins, Sean O’Hare, Shane Seamus Keating, Wayne Briggs; John Hurney, Conor Hennessy; Michael Cronin, David Prunty; Gary Hurney, Mark Gartland, James Kennedy; Ferncombe, James O’Mahony; Tommy Power, James Salmon, Shane O’Donovan, Patrick Michael O’Neill. Hurney, Michael O’Halloran. Subs: John O’Brien for Tommy Subs: Michael Maher for Gary Power (42), Eoin Conway for Hurney (3, b/c), John Elsted for James Salmon (48),Tony Galway Eoghan Bergin (49), Neil for Seamus Keating (53), Eoin Montgomery for James O’Connor for James Kennedy O’Mahony (52), David Looby for (58). Conor Prunty (57). Referee: John Condon (An Ardmore: Damien Lenane; Rinn). JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship League Table Group B p w d l for against diff pts An Rinn 3 2 1 0 55 34 21 5 Deuglán Naofa 3 2 0 1 46 49 -3 4 Ballinacourty 3 1 1 1 45 37 8 3 The Nire 1 1 0 0 28 10 18 2 St Saviour's 4 1 0 3 49 68 -19 2 Gaultier 4 1 0 3 48 73 -25 2

Ballinameela’s crucial win in local derby Ballinameela …………3-7; Brickey Rangers.…... 0-15. BALLINAMEELA confounded all pre-match predictions with a 0-1 win over local rivals Brickeys at a sparsely attended Fraher Field last Friday evening. This win was all the more surprising as Tom Flynn’s charges hadn’t won a championship game in either code this year up to this and with their marquee player Brendan Phelan an absentee their odds were lengthened even further for last year’s Intermediate champions to enter the winning enclosure here. This was certainly a game of winners take all as Brickeys had no points on the Group table from two outings and similarly, Ballinameela from one more game played than their opponents. This was a real head to head encounter and the result has now given Ballinameela a place in the senior grade in 2017 bar Brickeys can defeat both Stradbally and Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in their final games, and if they can achieve this, then they deserve to stay in the premier grade. Ballinameela themselves have one fixture remaining against Kilrossanty, which the Comeragh club should win so it looks as if last Friday’s game has settled who will be the team from Group 1 to play in the relegation play-off. The gates for last year’s senior football championship

Referee Alan Kissane (Dunhill) pictured with team captains Eamonn Walsh (Ballinameela) and Tommy Lynch (Brickey Rangers). suffered a major dip and it looks as if this year’s will be no different with just €255 collected at the turnstiles here. There was a time when a local derby such as this would create a car parking problem but in the present league championship system, almost all interest has been lost by patrons not prepared also to spend €8 a whip for so many group games. The scoreline tells the story of this game with Ballinameela’s three goals squeezing them over the finish line. Brickey’s registered five more scores than the winners but their defence was easily taken apart and indeed, Ballinameela could and should have raised two more green flags. Brickeys were the warmest of

favourites here but they didn’t look as if they contemplated a Ballinameela challenge, having beaten them easily in the hurling championship some weeks ago. On the other hand, the winners stuck to their task from the outset and they managed to stay in touch by the end of the first quarter, trailing by 0-5 to 0-2 as they enjoyed more possession than expected. Goals by Jason Morrissey and Brian Phelan in the 22nd and in the 25th minutes respectively fuelled Ballinameela’s belief in winning and they led by 3-6 to 0-14 until Conor McGrath’s seventh point levelled matters for the third time in the first minute of added time at the end of the game. A draw looked very much

on the cards at this stage but with six minutes of added time announced, Ballinameela took full advantage of a ball being moved forward for a free with Jason Morrissey coping admirably with the pressure to send the winner over the cross bar from around the 45 metre line. Brickeys were given one last opportunity to level the match, which would have given them the initiative on scoring difference on the group table in the relegation battle, but for once Conor McGrath’s pointed free attempt went right of the posts and wide. Having scored 0-7 from both frees and from play, McGrath was one of his team’s most lively forwards and the defeat of his side would have been greater

if he hadn’t returned from injury for the game. From a Ballinamela point of view this match came to life in the 22nd minute when Jason Morrissey received a pass from wing back Shane Flavin, turned his marker and sped through the Brickey defence to nestle the size 5 in the country end goal and give his team the lead for the first time. Before Brickeys had time to recover, Morrissey and Micheal Shine combined to send Brian Phelan in for a second green flag for the winners and Ballinameela didn’t look like underdogs anymore on a 2-4 to 0-6 scoreline. A David Hickey pointed free reduced the difference to one kick of the ball in the 26th minute while Ballinameela lost the services of the returning Eamonn Walsh due to injury and who was playing well in the heart of his team’s backline. The winners spurned the opportunity of a third goal at the end of normal time as their speedy forwards were knifing through the Brickey defence at will. The Brickeys obviously got an earful at half-time as within five minutes of the restart, the teams were level, thanks to points by David Hickey, Conor McGrath (f) for which Colin Walsh dodged a black card and John Morrissey’s third point in a fine individual display, 2-4 to 0-10. However, Ballinameela’s

midas touch for green flags resurfaced in the 36th minute when the influential Mikey Phelan passed possession to Tom Curran and speed again opened the Brickey backline as Curran placed the ball perfectly in the town end goal. The tempo of the game was rising all the time and Jim Curran’s fine score from play in the 39th minute had the scoreboard at the venue reading 3-5 to 0-10 in Ballinameela’s favour. An injury to Philly Walsh was a loss to the Brickeys while Micheal Culloo had a further goal opportunity for the winners. Conor McGrath dragged Brickeys back into contention on the scoreboard when he rewarded the efforts of his team mates with pointed frees in the 42nd, 53rd and 61st minutes as well as kicking a brace from play in the 48th and in the 54th minutes. Ballinameela’s sole return was a Jason Morrissey pointed free in the 50th minute as Brickeys dominated this period in the game, the final quarter, by 0-5 to 0-1, levelling matters for the third time before Ballinameela’s top scorer Morrissey kicked the winner in the afore mentioned 63rd minute. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Jason Morrissey, Colin Walsh, Mikey Phelan. Brickey’s Top Three: Conor McGrath, John Morrissey, Conor Phelan.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Jason Morrissey. Number of Scorers: Ballinameela 4. Brickeys 6. Scored From Play: Ballinameela 3-3. Brickeys 0-10. Frees For: Ballinameela 14. Brickeys 22. Wides: Ballinameela 4. Brickeys 6. Score of the Match: Ballinameela’s 35th minute goal engineered by Mikey Phelan and executed by Tom Curran. Scorers – Ballinameela: Jason Morrissey 1-5 (4f), Brendan Phelan and Tom Curran 1-0 each, Jim Curran 0-2. Brickeys: Conor McGrath 0-7 (4f), John Morrissey 0-3, David Hickey 0-2 (1f), Conor Phelan, Carthach Barry and Shane McGrath 0-1 each. Ballinameela: James McGrath; Shane Flavin, Colin Walsh, Kealan Looby; Kevin Phelan, Eamonn Walsh, Micheal Shine; Mikey Phelan, Tom Curran; Jim Curran, Brian Phelan, Donagh Looby; Jason Morrissey, Paul Curran, Micheal Culloo. Subs: Rob Shine for Eamonn Walsh (27 inj), Cian Culloo for Donagh Looby (36), Eddie Walsh for Paul Curran(49), Aidan Ahearne for Jason Morrissey (64, b/c). Brickey Rangers: Tommy Lynch; Diarmuid Tobin, Philly Walsh, Darragh O’Grady; Kieran O’Neill, David Ryan, Johnny Cooney; Carthach Barry, Conor Phelan; Shane McGrath, Conor McGrath, John Morrissey; Emmet Gaffney, David Hickey, Mark Cummins. Subs: Mark Scanlan for Philly Walsh (39, inj), Cormac O’Grady for Emmet Gaffney (46), Mark Shalloe for Carthach Barry (51). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

GAA

Gaelic Jottings Waterford’s 17th Munster title WATERFORD enjoyed a breakthrough at U-21 level for the first time in 22 years tonight. A Bord Gáis Energy Munster title has eluded them at this grade for some time but they ended that barren spell in dazzling fashion with a stunning scoring spree in the final quarter. The win helps erase plenty bad memories at this level – not least last year’s semi-final loss with a star-studded side in Ennis – and was also significantly the first time that Waterford have ever won a Munster hurling crown in one of their own home stadiums. Between senior, minor and U-21, Waterford had only won 16 Munster hurling titles. To achieve the 17th on Deise soil explained how sweet the celebrations were for the natives in the attendance of 8,843 supporters. GOD ONLY KNOWS.... GLEESON Austin Gleeson believes Waterford "can go as far as they want to go" after they captured their first Munster U-21 hurling title since 1994 with a 10-point victory over Tipperary at Walsh Park last week. Senior star Gleeson produced a superb second-half display as the Déise powered to an All-Ireland semi-final meeting with Ulster champions Antrim. The 21-year-old said the team's performance did not surprise him, as he talked up the quality in the Waterford camp that has him dreaming of a golden period. “We knew that we could do things like that, and that’s the calibre of players we have," he told RTÉ Sport. "There’s a reason there’s 13 or 14 on the senior panel. The players that we have there, they can go as far as they want to go in the game and that’s purely because of the work they do on and off the field. "We just have to keep going like that. That’s only the first of many titles I hope for Waterford." Gleeson was part of the senior team that was crushed by the Premier in the provincial decider three weeks ago. It was a chastening afternoon for Derek McGrath's men, but Gleeson denied it had any bearing on Wednesday night's U21 final. “That was parked the Monday after the game. We had to park it," he said. "We had to use that hurt that we had going into the last three games and that’s exactly what we did. We just need to keep going the way we’re going and God only knows where it could bring us.” THE BENNETT FLICK WATERFORD produced an inspired second-half performance to end the county’s 22-year wait for Munster U-21 hurling glory in Walsh Park tonight - and a stunning goal sealed a famous victory for the Déise. With the game still in the balance with 10 minutes remaining, Stephen Bennett conjured a superb piece of individual skill to create the opening for Peter Hogan to emphatically dispatch low into the net. Austin Gleeson may have won the man-of-the-match award for his all-action performance but Bennett - who also found the net in the first half - stole the show with this moment of brilliance. PLAYERS’ FIRST MUNSTER TITLE HE was in the wars on the senior stage on Sunday but a gruesome ear injury was never going to prevent Austin Gleeson from lining out at U-21 level on Wednesday. After suffering a tear to his left ear in that game in Semple Stadium against Wexford, Gleeson put his injury woes aside to deliver a man-of-thematch display as Waterford were crowned Bord Gáis Energy Munster U-21 hurling champions in Walsh Park.

“I didn’t feel it until after the game, a couple of people were congratulating me and kept slapping me on the ear. “I was saying, ‘leave me alone, it’s sore!’. But when the adrenaline is going, you don’t feel a thing. “It was a Munster final, I was never not going to play, never not going to come off.” Gleeson was part of a history-making team as Waterford’s hurling fans witnessed the delivery of a Munster hurling triumph on their home soil for the first time. “I’m absolutely speechless. It’s incredible to win it on our home patch. It’s a Munster title, thank God. “The talent in that dressing-room, the work rate, it’s just absolutely phenomenal. “Peter Hogan’s goal was key for us. Stephen (Bennett) brain and unbelievable skill to flick it over the head, and the finish from Peter was absolutely remarkable. “We knew they’d be more physical than Clare and we had to step up to the plate. It’s just the stature of men we having in that dressing-room, it’s not boys any more, it’s men.” POWERFUL DISPLAY Waterford manager Sean Power lauded his side's second half performance as they surged past Tipperary for their first Munster U-21HC title in 22 years. The young Deise men outscored their opponents by 1-8 to 0-1 in the final quarter to record a 10-point victory at Walsh Park and afterwards Power said he was pleased by the response from his players after half-time. "We had a choice in the first half, and we could play better than that. We were a bit slow on the off, which is something we have to work on, but we had a little chat at half-time and we came out with all guns blazing in the second half. "After half-time we got a few good scores as well, which always spurs on a team, and when you have a centre-back who kind of lords it into the game and gets some long-range points, it lifts everybody. "We were looking for a response and we got it." On the 'Man of the Match' performance from Austin Gleeson, the centreback in question, Power added: "It takes a good centre-back to do what he needs to do. He drove the guys around him as well. "When he's not on the ball, even, the support and energy that he gives to the team is majestic. We can't ask any more from the anchor of our defence."

Not a child in the house washed THE year turned August last Monday and there is not a child in the house washed as regards meaningful progress in our domestic hurling and football championships. It’s a trying time for all clubs and a costly one as teams are kept prepared for currently invisible championships and at the same time must fork over a County Board levy to fund our county teams which are stopping the championships being played in the first place. It doesn’t make sense and sooner or later interest in those maintaining clubs will wane. Phelan Cup Thursday, August 4th: Kilrossanty v Stradbally in Leamybrien at 8 pm. Saturday, August 6th: Nire v Gaultier in Ballymacarbry at 7.30 pm. Sargent Cup: Wednesday, August 3rd: Tallow v Fourmilewater in Tallow at 7.30 pm Saturday, August 6th: Mt. Sion v Tallow in Mt. Sion at 7 pm.

Pictured at the launch of Club Déise evening at Tramore Races. L to R: Eoin Daly with Dan Shanahan, Senior Selector Waterford Hurlers; Helena Gough and Tom Corcoran, Club Déise. [Pat Crowley]

Club Déise Evening at Tramore Races – Thursday, 11th August

Evening of horses and hurlers FOLLOWING the success of last year’s event Club Deise are once again holding a Club Deise Race Evening at Tramore to kick -off the 4 day Tramore Racing Festival on Thursday, 11th August. The event is one of the big fund raisers for Club Deise with admission €15 with proceeds from tickets bought from Club Deise stand at main entrance going to our Hurlers and county teams training funds. The Festival Marquee – which was

such a huge success last year will be welcoming both Waterford senior and under 21 hurlers plus management teams and guests with Brass & Co. providing the live music during the evening of food, drink and fun. Tickets for the Festival Marquee are just €50 and include admission, race card, food, a drink along with the live music. A special prize will be awarded to the most colourfull DEISE Supporter on the

night which will be presented with their prize by the hurlers in the parade ring . Highlight on the track will be the Club Deise Handicap Hurdle with Club Déise running a sweep for its Corporate Members with a special Waterford Crystal piece for the winning company. Tickets for the Festival Marquee can be purchased from: The Local Bar, Dungarvan and Harvey Travel Waterford. More info: www.clubdeise.com

Western Board Fixtures

€2,000 Sarah Cullinane, Dromana, Geraldines. €1,000 Anthony Ryan c/o Al Eile Stud, Kilgobinet. €500 John O'Sullivan, c/o Pat Cullen, Tramore €200 each Paddy O'Keeffe, Ballinameela. Blackwater Community School, Cappoquin. Paul Kennedy, Dunmore East, Gaultier. Breda Crotty c/o Mairead Coffey, Kilrossanty. Rosemary Heffernan, Rockenham Ferrybank. Kate/Matt Longan, The Hayfields, Geraldines. Irwin Shaw, Kilcohan, Bonmahon. Kathleen Millard, Dungarvan, Abbeyside. David Bourke, Garrybrittas, Ballyduff Upper, Jack Ahearne, Gallows Hill, Tallow. John Coady c/o Noreen Cotte, De La Salle. George Walsh, Rinn ua gCuanach An Rinn. John Caulfield, c/o Marian Murphy Roanmore. Neil Doyle, Templeogue, Waterford Supporters. PJ/Paddy Comyn, Leamybrien, John Mitchels €100 each Breda Power, Lisnacaoire, Stradbally. Joe Finnerty, Grange Heights, Erins Own. Margaret Ryan, Glen Road, Tramore. Louise Hutchinson, Earlscourt, Gaultier. Pierie/Terri Fitzpatrick, SliabhgCua. Anthony Glavin, Bankfield, Ballysaggart. Mce O'Gorman, Glasha, Nire. Sammy Roche, Killerguile, Clonea. Paddy Reidy, Arbor Road, St. Saviours. Josie Walsh, Bayview, Tramore Specials: Gary Whelan, John Mitchels; Colin Kearney, Lismore Next Draw: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club on Friday, 26th August.

De La Salle at the Fraher Field on Wednesday, August 30th, 1961. ‘’Dungarvan’s Hour of Glory’’ ‘’ Minor Footballers On Top in Thriller’’ Dungarvan 0-6; De La Salle 1-2.

Thursday, 4th August Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached. Melleray v Geraldines at 7.30 pm in Aglish. Friday, 5th August Intermediate Hurling League: Tourin v Brickey Rangers in Tourin at 7p.m. Ardmore v An Rinn in Ardmore at 7 p.m. Saturday, 6th August The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Championship: Brickey Rangers v An Rinn in Dungarvan Club Grounds at 7 pm Intermediate Hurling League: Clashmore Kinsalebeg v Colligan in Clashmore at 7 pm Modeligo v St Mary’s in Modeligo at 7 pm

Abbeyside /Ballinacourty Sports Summer Camp THE Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Sports Summer Camp welcomes children from all clubs to the Burgery grounds next month. Inter county players Colin Dunford, Brian O’Halloran, Fiona Morrissey and Thomas Ryan will coach hurling, Camogie, Football and other activities to the children. The Camp dates are Tuesday, August 9th - Friday, August 12th and Tuesday, August 16th- Friday, August 19th. Time: 10 am - 2 pm. Cost: €40 per child per week. Ages: 1st - 6th class.

Waterford GAA Clubs Deise Draw Results July 2016 €10,000 Patrick Kenneally, Bleantis, Sliabh gCua.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Waterford minor football championship game between Dungarvan and

Words of encouragement from Galway A FEW days after the Munster Final v Tipperary a letter addressed and posted to ‘’The Senior Hurling Team,’’ Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, somehow or other was put in our letter box and the contents, hand-written, are worth publishing here in the lead-up to Sunday’s game. To the Senior Team Waterford So sorry for ye on Sunday (after Tipperary defeat). Please leave it behind ye, stick together, keep heads high and come out on the pitch and give us a good game of hurling as ye do. Ye have it in ye so stick together and no blame game, just hurl please. Ye can make it to the final. Very best of luck and best wishes for the grand game ye often gave us. From a little old lady in Galway. Come on the Deise.

Scór Na Seachtaine WATERFORD’S 50th minute goal in the Munster under 21 hurling final in Walsh Park engineered by Stephen Bennett and executed by Peter Hogan.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Michael ‘Lylie’ O’Riordan Snr., Murphy Place, Abbeyside, who died last week and whose family have strong links with the Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty Club for many years.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 3rd August, 1996 LADIES FOOTBALL

Waterford Ladies far too Superior Waterford 2-19; Clare 1-6. THE scoreline told the tale as far as this Ladies Senior Football quarter-final is concerned at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon as Waterford proved far too strong for Clare. From the first whistle, there was no doubt as the reigning All-Ireland champions turned in a display that suggests that they remain the team to beat as far as all contenders are concerned. Kicking a total of twenty-one scores, a tally that included two superb goals and some magnificent points, Waterford cruised into a semi-final clash away to Monaghan. By halftime they led 1-9 to 0-2 and a quick goal on the restart settled the contest. Goalkeeper Anna-Lisa Crotty produced a couple of good saves over the hour. Cleona

Walsh, Siobhan O’Ryan and especially Julie Torpey were the pick of the Waterford defence. Olivia Condon was outstanding at midfield. The attack always had the measure of the Clare rearguard. Aine Wall’s finishing was lethal, Geraldine O’Ryan destroyed the Clare defence and Marie Crotty chipped in with a total of seven points. Fiona Crotty made a welcome return to action after an injury she sustained against Clare in last year’s Championship, and scored three fine points. Clare had fine performers in Catherine O’Loughlin, Carmel Bohannon and Fiona O’Boyle. But they lacked the all round balance of Waterford. Waterford: A. Crotty; R. Byrne, N. Walsh, C. Walsh; S. Walsh, S. O’Ryan, J. Torpey (0-1); M. O’Ryan, O. Condon; C. Casey, M. Crotty (0-7), G. O’Ryan 0-4); F. Crotty (0-3), A. Wall (2-2), R. Hallahan (0-1). Subs: C. Walsh (0-1), L. Mooney, S. Hickey. Clare: M. Keane; C. Eustace, N. Comyn, E. Arthur; C. O’Loughlin, C. White, A. King; C. Bohannon (0-1), M. Gallagher; D. Kelly (0-1), Caroline Quinlivan (0-1), M. Killeen; F. O’Boyle (0-2), S. O’Brien, M. Collins (0-1. Sub: S. Maher (1-0).

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Teams of Twenty Years Ago FOURMILEWATER SENIOR HURLING TEAM Competition: Sargent Cup Senior Hurling. Date: Saturday June 15th 1996. Opposition: Tallow. Venue: Colligan. Referee: Roger Casey (Colligan). Half-Time Score: Tallow 2-4; Fourmilewater 1-5. Full-Time Score: Fourmilewater 2-12; Tallow 2-8. Owen Wall; John Moore, Tom Walsh, Aidan Ryan; Ian Walsh, Pat Walsh, Michael Connolly; Tom Flynn, Kevin Mulcahy; David Ryan, Ger Walsh, Paddy Halpin; Aidan Walsh, Richard Guiry, Michael Guiry. Sub: Roger Ryan for Aidan Walsh. Scorers: Michael Guiry 0-6, Roger Ryan 1-1, Paddy Halpin 1-0, Ian Walsh 0-2, Richard Guiry, Michael Connolly and David Ryan 0-1 each.

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Waterford County Camogie under 16 team.

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All-Ireland Under 16 A Championship Waterford ……………4-12; Limerick ……………. 0-10. WELL done to the Under 16s who recorded a great win against Limerick on Sunday last. This was the team first historical win at A level. This team were very unlucky in their opening round matches where they lost out narrowly to Clare, Kilkenny and Dublin. The team were determined to put the record straight and record this convincing victory. From the throw-in Waterford were in command. At halftime the Waterford led by 2-8 to 0-4. In the second half the team stormed to victory with a further two goals and finished

the match on the scoreline of 4-12 to 10 points. Well done to Kevin Barry, Sean Fleming and all the girls on a great victory. ADULT CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2 FIXTURES Senior Club Championship: Saturday, 6th August 6.30 pm throw-in: Cappoquin vs An Rinn Venue Cappoquin. Gaultier vs Lismore Venue Gaultier. UNDER 12B COUNTY FINAL Congratulations to Dungarvan who beat Abbeyside in a very competi-

tive match in Fraher field last Saturday. Final score Dungarvan 2-1; Abbeyside 0-2. CAMOGIE SUMMER CAMPS Waterford Camogie will hold two Summer Camps in August. On August 9th and August 10th the camp will take place in the WIT Sport Campus Carrignore from 10 am to 2 pm. On August 16th and August 17th our second camp will take place in Abbeyside-10 am to 2 pm. Price for one camp is €20 or two camps it is €35. The camps are for girls from 8 years old to 14 years old. All are welcome. Places are fill-

ing fast so please book early to avoid disappointment. For more detail please Contact Kathleen Egan on 087 6415485 or contact your local club. WATERFORD CAMOGIE OFFICE Waterford camogie Office is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our office is located in Dungarvan Nissan. If you have any queries or want to get in contact with us you can do so by contacting Lynsey Tutty on 086 8113531 or John Flood on 087 6684474. You will also find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 18 Forecasts. 13 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 72.2%. This Week’s Forecasts: All Ireland SHSF: Kilkenny v (Waterford) Phelan Cup: Stradbally v (Kilrossanty), Nire v (Gaultier). Sargent Cup: Fourmilewater v (Tallow), Mt. Sion v (Tallow). West JFIA: Geraldines v (Melleray). West J’B’H: Brickeys v (An Rinn). To Date: 310 Forecasts. 201 Correct. 109 Incorrect. Sucess Rate: 66.8%

Pat Earley, Feile committee, presenting Jenny Drohan, representing Bernadette Drohan, the winning prize in the Abbeyside Féile golden goal competition’. Included are members of the Abbeyside Camogie Feile Panel.

Waterford ladies senior football team.

Waterford Lady Footballers face Kerry in All-Ireland series AFTER their stunning win over hotly fancied Armagh in the TG4 All Ireland senior championship in Clane two weeks ago, Waterford ladies hope to take another notable scalp when they face up to Munster finalists Kerry in the next round of the competition. This will be the counties second meeting in competitive action this season with the girls from the Kingdom coming out victors in the Munster round-robin series of games on a scoreline of Kerry 1-14; Waterford 1-7. This game was played in Brosna, Co Kerry, in June and both teams have been in action once in the championship since then, Waterford had that wonderful win over Armagh and Kerry were defeated by Cork in the Munster Final. In the previous game between the teams Waterford were over-reliant on Maria Delahunty for scores. She kicked all of her teams seven points with a goal by Michelle Ryan being the only other contribution on the score board by a Waterford player. Normal service has been restored with a better distribution of

scores against Armagh with Aileen Wall, Sinead Ryan and Caoimhe McGrath ending up on the scorers list as well as Maria Delahunty and Michelle Ryan. Kerry are a very strong side who would have ambitions of winning the All Ireland this year and have many marquee players. Bernie Breen, Sarah Houlihan and Louise Ní Mhuircheartaigh are top class players as is All Star defender Aislinn Desmond. Kerry reached the semi-final of Division 1 of the LIDL league where they were narrowly defeated by Galway. They play a nice brand of football and move the ball quickly from defence to attack. Waterford play a very skilful type of football also and pride themselves in having a high work rate and a determination to help each other out at all times. Katie Hannon in goal is the first line of defence and is assured and inspires confidence in her team mates. In the back line Mairéad and Linda Wall along with Michelle Mc Grath, Louise Ryan and Megan Dunford are hard-working and set up numerous

attacks. Karen McGrath, Hannah Power and Emma Murray work tirelessly up and down the field to ensure quality possession for the forwards. Up front Aileen Wall and Maria Delahunty top scored against Armagh with a total of 2-10 between them with many of these scores being made by the incisive running and support play of the other forwards around them notably Grainne Kenneally, Michelle Ryan, Lauren McGregor and Caoimhe Mc Grath who was making a welcome return to intercounty action after a long lay-off due to injury. Saturday’s game looks to be intriguing, on paper Kerry are the hottest of favourites to win, but Waterford have the capabilities to make life tough for the Kingdom and take a second notable scalp in the Senior championship. Throw-in in Birr on Saturday next, August 6th is at 3:45 with Mel Kenny from Mayo in charge of proceedings and the game is part of a double header with Cavan and Laois featuring in the first game at 2:00.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

BORD GAIS ENERGY MUNSTER UNDER 21 HURLING FINAL

Under 21 hurlers bridge 24 year gap in Walsh Park Golden second half spell deflates Tipperary Waterford ……………2-19; Tipperary ……………0-15. WATERFORD Under 21 hurlers are Munster champions for the fourth time since the competition was first played for in 1964 following their 0-10 victory over Tipperary in Walsh Park last Wednesday evening. The game was decided in an eight minute spell from the 45th to the 53rd minutes with Sean Power’s charges scoring an unanswered 1-6 to establish a 2-17 to 0-14 advantage after the teams were level at the end of the third quarter at 1-11 to 0-14. From a Waterford point of view, this final will be remembered for a number of impelling reasons, such as the superb goal in the 50th minute, engineered by a quick thinking over head flicking Stephen Bennett and executed in style with a trade mark strike by sub Peter Hogan. The golden scoring spell quenched Tipperary’s winning ambitions and each point scored was as good as the next. However, the lasting memory will be the immaculate display of the Déise’s centre back Austin Gleeson who hour’s hurling ranks as one of the best individual performances the ancient game has ever witnessed. His second half display was central to his team winning the second moiety by 1-13 to 0-8 and there was no disputing his entitlement to the Bord Gais Man of the Match award. The 0-10 winning margin is a little flattering to the Waterford boys as the sides were level for the fourth time in the 45th minute. Tipperary, having defeated the AllIreland champions, Limerick, proved they were a good side and they were in the better position in Walsh Park at the short whistle, just 0-2 in arrears with the wind at their backs to look forward to. For all of the first half, the capable Deise forward division were kept in check by a very vigilant and hard working premier defensive sector and by halftime only three Waterford players had scored from open play, Stephen Bennett, 1-0, D. J. Foran and Mark O’Brien 0-1 each. In contrast, in the second

Team Manager Sean Power. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

moiety, when the Gleeson motivated home side moved up a gear in their efforts first, followed on by their marksmanship, six players scored from play and a fourth provincial title was secured once Peter Hogan struck his rasper of a goal into the Keane’s road end of the grounds. The traditional hurling style supporters among the huge Waterford following were delighted to see plenty white shirts in their opponents half of the field and close to goal and a tally of 2-19 will justify their belief that this is the way forward for county teams. An announced attendance of 8,843 patrons filed in through the turnstiles at the city venue where both the condition of the field and the arrangements for the game equalled the importance of the occasion. The visitors’ decided to play against the wind and Waterford got an ideal start to the county’s seventh Provincial decider with three Patrick Curran points from placed balls and a D. J. Foran score from play in off the upright opening an 0-4 advantage by the 10th minute. Ironically, it was a ‘botuin’ by Austin Gleeson that gave Tipp their opening score via one of their best players Andrew Connolly and with their defence on top and the rest of the team playing some strong hurling throughout the park, the teams were level at the end of the first quarter. This was achieved by some of the game’s best scores by Stephen Quirke from a Willie Connors pass, by Connolly again and by corner forward Conor Lannigan from the Thurles Crokes club. The teams were level for the third occasion after a trading of flags by Deise midfielder Mark O’Brien and Andrew Coffey once again and a Josh Keane pointed free gave Willie Maher’s charges the lead for the only time in the 21st minute, 0-6 to 0-5. The maturity in this Waterford side quashed any sign of panic and a Patrick Curran pointed free five minutes later following great determination by Shane Bennett restored parity. A Curran free brought an even better return one minute later when after being hasselled by the Tipp manager as to where his free should be taken from, his effort fell short but Stephen Bennett was on hand to cleverly finish the ball on the ground from close range into the city end goal. Willie Maher must have endured second thoughts about his complaining as the scoreboard now read 1-6 to 0-6 against his team and the partisan home attendance reminded him of this. Paul Maher and Mark Russell had picked up yellow cards for the Premier side earlier in the half and two

Deise players followed suit at the end of it, Colm Roche and Austin Glesson with the Mt. Sion player lucky it wasn’t a red as he punched a player. Home advantage may have come into play here as the Waterford support were very vocal in their team’s support all evening and this incident occurred in front of a packed home stand. Some observers thought that Tipp would have the advantage in toughness in this encounter but at the end of the day, Waterford stood up to the physical exchanges as much as required and indeed finished the hour with one ‘yellow’ more than their opposition on a count of 4 to 3. Tipp’s Josh Keane finished the scoring with a pointed free in the second minute of added time and his camp were the happier coming off the field for the half-time break. The winners struck six first half wides compared to three for Tipperary with everything to play for in the second moiety. Willie Maher introduced Ronan Teehan for midfielder Jason Ryan on the restart of a period of time that will be forever regarded as ‘Austin Gleeson’s half’. Leaving the Mt. Sion star unmarked didn’t aid Tipp’s cause but he also did much work covering back and defending successfully numerous tricky situations. Tipp were a good side and were level at the end of the third quarter but this defines even more the brilliance of Gleeson on the night. As early as 12 seconds into the half he produced a morale boosting point from the centre of the field and in the 32nd minute he repeated the feat following a long batted pass by Dungarvan’s Darragh Lyons with whom he combined brilliantly with on many occasions. The first half shackles were now being loosened and Tom Devine thundered into the action with a trademark point in the 34th minute, 1-9 to 0-8. Superb work by the forward earned a free against an under pressure Premier defence and Patrick Curran’s fourth successful attempt banished the halftime doubts of winning Corn Na Casca. Credit Tipperary, they proved their win over Limerick was no fluke and between the 36th and the 45th minute they outscored the winners by 0-6 to 0-1 to level proceedings at 1-11 to 0-14. A 42 minute Colm Roche score was the only thorn in their sign while white flags by Andrew Coffey, his fourth, two by Stephen Quirke who really came into the game when moved outfield and two pointed frees and one from play by Josh Keane asked questions of Sean Power’s charges. The answers weren’t long

coming and a 46th minute Austin Gleeson score aided by Mark O’Brien and Stephen Bennett restored both Waterford’s lead and made it a permanent advantage. Tipp didn’t score from play in the last quarter, being confined to a Josh Keane 55th minute pointed free while the winners produced the class of hurling that any Waterford person would be proud of. A 47th minute Patrick Curran free was followed by a contender for score of the year when a planned overhead flick by Stephen Bennett to the inrushing substitute Peter Hogan had the sliotar nestling in the back of Brian Hogan’s net before anyone really realised what had happened. It was a trademark Hogan goal and those following his progress in the game were not one bit surprised that he finished it inside the posts. It arrived in the 50th minute and it closed the door on Tipperary’s winning ambitions with the scoreline reading 2-13 to 0-14. They say that score a goal and points will follow and this way of thinking was confirmed when Tom Devine, Patrick Curran and Stephen Bennett rifled over beauties inside two minutes. Tipperary’s shell shock was confirmed when Austin Gleeson and Darragh Lyons had plenty time and space to combine from a free for Gleeson to shoot his fourth score from play. The winners now lead by 0-9 on a score of 2-17 to 0-14 as the Tipp support was silent and their counterparts couldn’t be silenced. Josh Keane (f) pointed but Patrick Curran replied similarly in the 57th minute as a host of Deise youngsters had made their way on to the pitch to greet the final whistle in pre health and safety era traditional style. Tipperary came very close to a consolation 58th minute green flag but fittingly the last act was performed by Austin Gleeson (f) in added time and the referee Johnny Murphy from Limerick who didn’t experience any lasting criticism over the hour wisely sounded the long whistle as the youthful invasion swarmed the field in bee like fashion. This was a special occasion for Waterford hurling and coming so soon after the senior final was good timing of course. There were, no doubt, some in the 8,000 attendance that have witnessed all four of the county’s under 21 titles since 1974 and for them and those who have supported our intercounty teams through thick and thin, this was an apt pay day for them. The most important figures, of course, were the players and their management team and they can feel justifiably contented with their display and being the first

Waterford Joint Captains Patrick Curran and Adam Farrell hold the Munster U-21 Hurling Cup high following the presentation by Jerry O'Sullivan, Chairman Munster Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Waterford team to defeat Tipperary in a Provincial under 21 hurling.final. Jordan Henley inspired confidence throughout between the posts and the accuracy and length of his puckouts were out of the top drawer. Conor Gleeson is really fitting into the role of number three while Willie Hahessy and Darragh Lyons in the corner got through an amount of good no nonsense defensive work. In the second half, Gleeson was like an under 16 playing against under 14’s and he was well supported by the doggedness and determination of his wing men Conor Prunty and Micheal Harney. The midfield pairing of Colm Roche and Shane Bennett has improved this sector with both running themselves into the ground and they were found anywhere around the field when the need was there. It may have seemed that it took Tom Devine a while to get into the game but his most important contribution apart from his superb second half points was his curtailment of the influence of Tipp’s senior centre back Ronan Maher on proceedings. Alongside the Modeligo player, the unsung hero Mark O’Brien from Ferrybank was always in the thick of the action and he and his colleague on the other wing D. J. Foran contributed to the scoresheet though one feels that Foran would be more effective on the edge of the square. He may have started at corner forward but Mikey Kearney’s workrate and runs with the ball, especially in the tiring final quarter were regularly noticeable while Stephen Bennett’s goal scoring touch was of immense value at the opportune time of two minutes before the end of normal time in the first half. His 50th minute overhead flick for

Peter Hogan’s goal will not disappear into the forgotten of Deise hurling action. Joint team captain Patrick Curran pointed six of his eight free attempts and some were from a long distance out and he also struck a ‘65’ and one from play and gave the ‘pass’ for Stephen Bennett’s goal. Peter Hogan can’t be far off a starting position and his green flag put one Deise hand on the cup. Jack Fagan, Diarmuid Ryan, Barry Whelan and Niall Fives all saw late game action with Gavin Power, joint captain Adam Farrell, Billy O’Keeffe and Ross Browne also on the bench for this memorable occasion. The extended panel included JP Lucey, Edmond Halloran, David Gartland, Andy Molumby, Christy Breathnach and Jamie De Baruin, all of whom have contributed to the training and the panel over the past number of months. Potentially winning under 21 teams in recent years have not performed in this championship and credit is due to this year’s management team of Sean Power, Kieran O’Gorman, Paul Flynn, Philly Flynn and Nick Keating on bridging the 24 year gap to bring Corn Na Casca back to the county, any time is acceptable, and timely now on the 50th anniversary of its inception which was originally presented to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1916 Rising. The Munster champions now face a potentially banana skin semi-final game against Ulster champions Antrim in Thurles on Saturday, August 20th as part of a double header with the other semi-final pairing of Galway and Dublin. Waterford’s Top Three: Austin Gleeson, Shane Bennett, Mikey Kearney. Tipperary’s Top Three: Stephen Quirke, Andrew Coffey,

Josh Keane. Observer’s Man of the Match: Austin Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Waterford 8. Tipperary 5. Scores from Play: Waterford 2-12. Tipperary 0-10. Frees For: Waterford 13. Tipperary 11. Wides: Waterford 12. Tipperary 5. Score of the Match: Waterford’s 50th minute goal engineered by Stephen Bennett and executed by Peter Hogan. Scorers for Waterford – P. Curran (0-8, 0-6 frees, 0-1 ’65); Stephen Bennett (1-1); P. Hogan (1-0); A. Gleeson (0-5, 0-1 free); T. Devine (0-2); D. J. Foran, M. O’Brien, C. Roche (0-1); Scorers for Tipperary – J. Keane (0-6, 0-5 frees); A. Coffey (0-4); S Quirke (0-3); C. Lanigan, R. Teehan (0-1 each). Waterford: J. Henley (Tallow); D. Lyons (Dungarvan), C. Gleeson (Fourmilewater), W. Hahessy (Clonea); M. Harney (Bunmahon), A. Gleeson (Mount Sion), C. Prunty (Abbeyside); C. Roche (Shamrocks), Shane Bennett (Ballysaggart); M. O’Brien (Ferrybank), T. Devine (Modeligo), D. J. Foran (Portlaw); M. Kearney (Ballyduff Upper), Stephen Bennett (Ballysaggart), P. Curran (Dungarvan). Subs: P. Hogan (Ballygunner) for Roche (42 mins); J. Fagan (De La Salle) for Kearney (57); D. Ryan (Fourmilewater) for Lyons (60); B. Whelan (Tramore) for Hahessy (61); N. Fives (Tourin) for Foran (62). Tipperary: B. Hogan (LorraDorrha); T. Fox (Éire Óg Annacarty Donohill), D. Sweeney (Kiladangan), P. Maher (Kilsheelan-Kilcash); S. Ryan (Sean Treacy’s), R. Maher (Thurles Sarsfields), R. Heffernan (Nenagh Éire Óg); J. Ryan (Toomevara), W. Connors (Kiladangan); B. McCarthy (Thurles Sarsfields), S. Quirke (Moyle Rovers), A. Coffey (Nenagh Éire Óg); C. Lanigan (Thurles Sarsfields), M. Russell (Lattin Cullen), J. Keane (GoldenKilfeacle). Subs: R. Teehan (Gortnahoe-Glengoole) for Ryan (HT); P. Ryan (Newport) for Lanigan (52 mins); M. McCarthy (Toomevara) for Coffey (57); T. Nolan (Drom & Inch) for B. McCarthy (60). Referee: Johnny Murphy (Limerick).

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BORD GAIS ENERGY MUNSTER UNDER 21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Tiarnan, Ruari and Ruan O'Keeffe from Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford's Shane Bennett in action with Tipperary's Ronan Maher during the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford U-21 Hurlers Munster Champions 2016.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Ned, Kathleen and Eamon Power from Carrickbeg. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Mike Briggs, Katie Cashman, Kitty Chester and Colin Fives from Abbeyside. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Players and supporters celebrate after the final whistle.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Orla Butler from Touraneena with her friend Marina O'Meara from San Francisco. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Eoin and Caoimhe Breathnach from Clashmore.

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Evan O'Sullivan, Seamus [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Ryan and Adam Moynihan from Portlaw.

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were the Kellys and the Murphys from Portlaw. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Kathleen Sheehan and Stephanie Hickey from Ballymacarbry. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Kieran and Lilly O'Regan from Kill. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Michael and Rosemary O'Halloran from Clashmore with John Coad from Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford in the Munster U-21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park were Emma Burns, Lauren [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Maher, Aoibhin O'Grady and Hannah O'Mahony from Abbeyside.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Junior Football Senior Attached Championship

An Rinn closes in on leaders Rinn ……………………4-8; Brickey Rangers ……2-13. AN Rinn are very much in contention for the closing stages of the County junior football senior attached championship on the evidence of their display against the Brickeys in Pairc Ui Shiothchain last Thursday evening. The four goals, of course, were the key scores here with Ciaran O Toibin, Tom Cadhla and Shane Kelly, twice, doing the business for the home side. O Toibin and Kelly are the key players for An Rinn and their mentors, no doubt, will be saying hands off them to the senior set up while they are still in contention in this grade. On the other hand, Brickeys key player Mark Shalloe was utilised in their senior game against Ballinameela the following night as they tried to haul in their neighbours’ advantage and this may well have an impact on their championship winning ambitions in the weeks ahead. Playing against the wind, Brickeys played in the early stages as if they were going to dominate the game and they had 0-2 on the board early on via Shalloe and Conor Morrissey. However, they also kicked four wides in this period before Ciaran O Toibin opened An Rinn’s account. Either side of a Shane Kelly score, Jamie Kiely with a contender for score of the match and Maurice Daly confirmed Brickeys’ superiority at 0-4 to 0-2. However, Brickeys flattered to deceive and An Rinn thundered into the game with both Ciaran O Toibin and Shane Kelly constantly running through the heart of the Brickeys defence, resulting in the sides being level at 0-4 each thanks to points by O Toibin (f) and Seanai McGrath. Mark Shalloe steadied the Brickeys with a contender for score of the match but there was no stopping An Rinn now and following two further pointed frees by Ciaran O Toibin, Shane Kelly blasted a 23rd minute kick into the back of the net and out again to give the home side a 1-6 to 05 advantage. Try as they did, the Brickeys could not stop An Rinn in their tracks and O Toibin was central to this with a point from play first, followed by a pass to full forward Tom O Cadhla who finished the size 5 to the net to give Brickeys a hill to climb on a score of 2-7 to 0-5. A Conor Morrissey point for the Brickeys finished the first half scoring. Brickeys won the second half by 1-8 to 2-1 and started well with an Olan Casey goal from a pin point William Barron pass inside the first minute. An Rinn managed just three second half scores but two of them were goals and this kept their noses in front at the finish by four points. Another superb

Brickeys, though 0-8 in arrears, they landed four unanswered points via Mark Shalloe 0-2 (1f), Vinny McCarthy, over off the crossbar and Conor Morrissey. Full back Ray Landers prevented a fifth An Rinn goal with a fine interception during the final quarter.

Referee Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) pictured with team captains Olan Casey (Brickey Rangers) and Tomas O Cadhla (An Rinn). Ciaran O Toibin point heralded Shane Kelly’s replica second goal in the 36th minute, 3-6 to 1-8. Brickeys introduced Vinny McCarthy and he made an

instant impact with the first of his two points from play. Olan Casey and Conor Morrissey followed up with minors but the winners struck again for green on the three quarter

hour mark when Oisin Mac Siomoin provided for a Ciaran O Toibin goal, 4-8 to 1-9. An Rinn didn’t score again for the remaining fifteen minutes and fair dues to

An Rinn’s Top Three: Ciaran O Toibin, Shane Kelly, Ciaran O Manachain. Brickeys Top Three: Mark Shalloe, Maurice Daly, Olan Casey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ciaran O Toibin. Number of Scorers: An Rinn 4. Brickeys 6. Scores from Play: An Rinn 44. Brickeys 1-12. Frees For: An Rinn 17. Brickeys 10. Wides: An Rinn 9. Brickeys 9. Score of the Match: Either of Shane Kelly’s goals for An Rinn in the 23rd and in the 36th minutes. Scorers – An Rinn: Ciaran O Toibin 1-6(4f), Shane Kelly 2-1, Tom O Cadhla 1-0, Seanai Mac Craith 0-1. Brickeys: Olan Casey 1-1,

Conor Morrissey 0-4, Mark Shalloe 0-4 (1f), Vinny McCarthy 0-2, Jamie Kiely and Maurice Daly 0-1 each. An Rinn: Pol Og O Domhnaill; Tomas De Gras, Ciaran O Manachain, Brian De Baruin; Aaron O Crotaigh, Lucas O Cuirrin, Tadhg O Cuirrin; Shane O Ceallaigh, Conor Mac Diarmada; Paraic O Lonain, Ciaran O Toibin, Seanai Mac Craith; Oisin Mac Siomoin, Tom O Cadhla, Padraig O Drochain. Black Card: Ciaran O Toibin. Brickeys: Christy Power; Tadhg Tobin, Ray Landers, Kevin McCarthy; Richard Halpin, Shane Nugent, William Barron; Maurice Daly, Mark Shalloe; Jamie Kiely, Olan Casey, Conor Morrissey; Cian O’Halloran, Micheal Gee, Barry O’Halloran. Subs: Vinny McCarthy for Micheal Gee (39), John Blackwell for Shane Nugent (40), Matt Kiely for Cian O’Halloran (48), Darragh Tobin for Jamie Kiely (52), Conor Fitzgerald for John Blackwell (56, inj). Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

OTHER RESULTS Stradbally 2-14;

Rathgormack 0-8. Kilrossanty 2-18; Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg 1-7. Kilrossanty leapfrogged over Brickeys to the top of the group table when both taking advantage of Brickeys’ defeat in Pairc Ui Shiothchain and beating Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg comprehensively thenselves in Leamybrien last weekend. Their neighbours Stradbally more or less finished Rathgormack’s involvement in the championship with an equally impressive win away from home and though the traditionalists may be hoping for a local derby county final between the Reds and the Green and Gold, An Rinn and the Brickeys will be entertaining their own winning ambitions. There is, of course, the possibility of the former mentioned age old rivals meeting in the semi-final and sure that’s almost the same scenario interest wise.

An Rinn Junior football team Thiar: (Ar Chle go Dheis): Ciaran O Manachain, Shane O Ceallaigh, Padraig O Drochain, Tomas De Gras, Ciaran O Toibin, Oisin Mac Siomoin, Brian De Baruin, Conor Mac Diarmada. I dtosach: Tadhg O Cuirrin, Aaron O Crotaigh, Seanai Mac Craith, Lucas O Cuirrin, Paraic O Lonain, Tomas O Cadhla, Pol Og O Domhnaill.

Brickeys Junior Football team: Back Row : (Left to Right): Jamie Kiely, Vinny McCarthy, Kevin McCarthy, Olan Casey, Capt, Shane Nugent, Mark Shalloe, Barry O’Halloran, Tadhg Tobin, Matt Kiely. Front Row: (Left to Right): Cian O’Halloran, Conor Morrissey, William Barron, Richie Halpin, Christy Power, Ray Landers, Maurice Daly, John Blackwell, Darragh Tobin, Micheal Gee.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Hurling Championship

St. Carthage’s win again DIVISION 1 St. Carthage’s ………0-22; Mt. Sion …………… 2-12. GROUP side Lismore/ Ballysaggart maintained their winning start to this year’s minor hurling championship with a 0-4 win over Mt. Sion in the Castle Farm Grounds last Tuesday evening. Possessing a high scoring forward division, the winners added a further 0-22 to their tally of 3-21 achieved against Portlaw / Ballyduff the previous week. However, they will need to tighten up at the other end of the field when they will meet the top teams, De La Salle and Ballygunner as they have conceded 4-26 in both their fixtures todate. Sam Ryan and Finbarr Reaney, both of whom impressed here claimed the majority of the winners’s white flags, under 16 player Iarlaith Daly gave an outstanding performance at centre back and others such as Kyle Bennett, Joe Lenihan and Aaron Whelan were always in the thick of the action. Alan Kirwan and Jordan Roche (f) nabbed Mt. Sion’s two goals in a game that they trailed by just the minimum at the short whistle on a score of 0-11 to 1-7. The city team were down to players sent off in their previous game as well as one of their top players Evan McGrath due to a broken wrist soall in all, they performed well here. St. Carthage’s: Oisin O’Gorman; Jeff Howard, Shane Coughlan, Damien Prendergast; Robert Crowley, Iarlaith Daly, Patrick Foley; David Smith, Aaron Whelan; Daniel O’Keeffe, Finbarr Reaney, Evan McGarry; Mark Roche, Sam Ryan, Kyle Bennett. Subs: Eliott Coolbear, Joe Lenihan, Anthony McClone, Robert Troy. Mt. Sion: Bill Wall; Dean Fowler, Conor Quinn. Morgan Grace; Johnny Flynn, Louie Ray Halligan, Ben Flanagan; Charlie Costelloe Edward Cullen; Ben Sinnott, Lee Power, Alan Kirwan; Eoin Browne, Jack Meaney, Jordan Roche. Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

THIRTEEN MAN PORTLAW/ BALLYDUFF BEAT DUNGARVAN Portlaw/Ballyduff … 0-21; Dungarvan ………….. 1-6. Despite being reduced to thirteen men in the one incident in the 21st minute of this second round game at the Dungarvan grounds last Tuesday, the group side ran

out easy winners against a home team that despite being short players didn’t put in the effort overall to match their opponents. The winners led by 0-7 to 0-0 after twelve minutes and the Blues were coming back into the game somewhat at 0-7 to 0-3 when both Dylan Dee and Kevin Cheasty saw red. It was the winners though who reacted best and they led at the break by 0-11 to 0-5 thanks mainly to scores by Jamie Murphy from frees and by Craig Fraher from play. The second half was a carbon copy of the first with Murphy and Fraher again ruling the roost while Ross Coffey O’Shea also got in on the scoring act. Fraher scored 0-10 in total and Murphy 0-8, the latter all from placed balls. On a night that Dungarvan will soon want to forget, only such as Conor Duggan, Gary Donnolly, Dylan Murphy, Colm O’Shea and Luke O’Callaghan gave of their best. There weren’t many highlights in the game but one was the terrific save by the winners’ custodian 16 year old Daryl Walsh in the 16th minute from a Mick Devine piledriver Portlaw/Ballyduff: Daryl Walsh; Colin O’Brien, Peter Boylan, Erin Furlong; Jack Behan, Jamie Murphy, Eoin Walsh; Ronan Dunphy, Kevin Cheasty; Ross Coffey O’Shea, Luke Power, Craig Fraher; Dylan Dee, Colm Dempsey, Dylan Fitzgerald. Subs: Eoin White, Jake O’Brien, Shane Halley, Colm McDonnell. Dungarvan: Stephen Donovan; Dylan Murphy, Gary Donnolly, Conor Duggan; Mark Allen, Peter Queally, Kealan Daly; Jack Lacey, Mick Devine; Mark Boland, Brendan Cullinane, Colm O’Shea; James Kiely, Luke O’Callaghan, John Power. Subs: Daniel Kiely, Wayne O’Donnell, Stephen Moynihan. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

DE LA SALLE LAY DOWN A MARKER De La Salle …………. 3-14; Ballygunner ………… 1-14. DLS minor hurling team maintained their winning start when they overcame Ballygunner last Tuesday in Gracedieu. Two first half goals when playing against the breeze proved decisive as they managed to maintain a lead throughout to emerge worthy winners in what was a good entertaining game. Ballygunner opened up an

early two point lead from a free and from play before Conor Dunphy opened the winners’ account in the fourth minute. Ballygunner pointed in the fifth minute but Thomas Douglas replied a minute later. Ballygunner pointed again from a sixty five in the ninth minute to lead 0-4 to 0-2. Mikey Costigan converted a free in the 11th minute when Gavin Coppinger was fouled and DLS took the lead two minutes later when James Stone goaled. Cormac McCann added a point but Ballygunner replied with two from a free and from play as the Gracedieu side led 1-4 to 0-6 with nineteen minutes played. An exchange of frees followed, involving Mikey Costigan after Conor GilesDoran was fouled before Thomas Douglas goaled in the 25th minute after good work by Gavin Coppinger. Ballygunner pointed another free in the 29th minute and Mikey Costigan replied likewise a minute later after a foul on Thomas Douglas to see the half time score reading 2-6 to 0-8 at the interval. Ballygunner began the second half with two points in the first two minutes. Cormac McCannn pointed in the fourth minute but Ballygunner replied two minutes later. Points from Thomas Douglas (3) and Cormac McCann had DLS ahead 2-11 to 0-11 by the sixteenth minute. Ballygunner replied with two points before Sean Carton sent over a superb point from a difficult angle. Mikey Costigan pointed a long range free after a foul on Ian Condon to restore a six point lead. The game was wrapped up in the 25th minute when Luke Flynn goaled with a deft flick to the net from Mikey Costigan's long delivery. Chris Kong added a fine point a minute later to put 0-10 the difference. Ballygunner battled to the end pointing a free in the 28th minute and converting an injury time penalty to end the scoring. DLS Scorers: Thomas Douglas (0-1 free) 1-4, Mikey Costigan (frees) 0-4, Cormac McCann 0-3, James Stone and Luke Flynn 1-0 each, Conor Dunphy, Sean Carton, and Chris Kong 0-1 each. De La Salle: Donal Carey, Ryan Duke, Lee Wall, Ian Condon, Sean Carton, Mikey Costigan, Chris Kong, Conor

Giles Doran, Gavin Coppinger, Sean Power, James Stone, Conor Dunphy, Luke Flynn, Cormac McCann, Thomas Douglas, Kevin Hennessy, Adam Hayes, Shaun O'Brien, Lorcan Dwyer-Sheridan, Kieran O'Donohue, James Quinlan, Peter Grogan, Ciaran Corrigan, Dylan Finn, Jack O'Donohue, Tom Crotty, Luke Walsh.

Matthew Hickey, Gearoid Hallinan, Keith Hickey; Reece Stringer, Jack Skehan, Jason Dunford; Dan Booth, Cillian Tobin; Gavin Dalton, Cian O’Byrne, Anthony Reddy; Adam Dunford, Killian McCarthy, James Walsh. Subs: Dean Carroll, Jack Hickey, Mike Walsh. Referee: Paddy Smith (Shamrocks).

Early in the week, Abbeyside recorded their first win with a four point win against Clonea at the Burgery Grounds. (Report in last week’s issue). DIVISION 2 COIS BHRIDE OFF THE MARK Cois Bhride ………… 0-14; Brickeys …………….. 0-13. Following their defeat to Ballyduff Upper the previous week, Cois Bhride secured their first win in Tallow last Tuesday evening with a narrow one point win over the Brickeys.This was a tense and close affair with Brickeys goalie Jack McGrath picking up a red card after the final whistle.

OTHER RESULTS Ballyduff maintained their winning start to the championship with a very impressive away win against Passage on a score of 0-19 to 2-12. Roanmore are also on four points from two games played following their home 3-18 to 2-8 victory over pointless Fourmilewater. DIVISION 3A St. Saviours 0-8; Tramore 4-10. Ballygunner 0-13; St. Mary’s 3-12. St. Mollerans 417; Erin’s Own 2-12. St. Mary’s share top spot with St. Mollerans in Division 3A after their 0-8 win over Ballygunner’s second team while Tramore earned their first win to date against St. Saviours. St. Mollerans seem to be the team to beat in theis group.

Cois Bhride: Dean Beecher; Tom Roche, Robbie Geary, Ben Ahearne; Sean Henley, Cathal Geary, Conor McCarthy; Ian Beecher, Darragh Mulcahy; Kieran Crawford, Ed O’Neill, Shane Ryan; Billy Hynes, Billy Henley, Darragh Buckley. Subs: Liam Motherway, Ivan O’Neill. Brickeys: Jack McGrath; Darragh Curran, Jordan Whelan Veale, Joshua Whelan Veale; Joey Curran, Cathal Curran, Mikey O’Hanlon; Conor Houlihan, Dylan O’Donovan; Ben Veale, Paul Lannon, Aidan Organ; Kieran Lannon, Conor Whelan, Dermot Lannon. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin).

CLAN NA nGAEL REPEAT 2-15 WIN Clan Na nGael ……….3-11; Naomh Brid ………….1-15. Last year the Dunhill – Butlerstown group team beat Naomh Brid in Touraneena and they repeated the win with a narrower 0-2 victory in Colligan last Tuesday. Clan Na nGael lost their first game to Roanmore by a point, 2-14 to 2-13 while Naomh Brid’s first match against Brickeys was postponed and this could have made all the difference here in a tight match with the Eastern outfit. Clan Na Gael: Niall Power; Killian O’Connell, Gearoid Murphy, John Murphy; David Jordan, Conor Quinn, William Power; Christopher Power, Eamonn Morrissey; Jamie Savage, Oisin Queally, Stephen Costelloe; Sean McDonald, Eoin McGrath, Seamus McCarthy. Naomh Brid: Jack Fraher;

Waterford GAA Results JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior Football Senior Attached Championship: Stradbally 2-14; Rathgormack 0-8 An Rinn 4-8; Brickey Rangers 1-13 Kilrossanty 2-18; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-7 Stradbally W/O Ballinameela JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 1: Abbeyside 3-16; Clonea 3-12 De La Salle 3-14; Ballygunner 1-14 Portlaw / Ballyduff 0-21; Dungarvan 1-6 St. Carthages 0-22; Mt. Sion 2-12 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 2: Cois Bhride 0-14; Brickey Rangers 0-13 Clan na Gael 3-11; Naomh Brid 1-15 Roanmore 3-18; Fourmilewater 2-8 Ballyduff Upper 0-19; Passage 2-12 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling

Championship Division 3 Group A: Tramore 4-10; St Saviour's 0-8 St. Molleran's 4-17; Erins Own 2-12 St. Mary's 3-12; Ballygunner 0-13 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 3 Group B: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-12; St Oliver's 0-13 Cappoquin 3-18; An Ghaeltacht 1-17 Kilrossanty 6-20; Ardmore 1-11 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship - Group A: Ballinameela 3-7; Brickey Rangers 0-15 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship - Group B: Ballinacourty 1-15; Ardmore 0-8 John Murphy Eastern Junior Football C/Ship: Ferrybank 4-15; Mt. Sion 2-7

De La Salle 3-13; Kill 2-5 Ballyduff Lower W/O Bunmahon The Park Hotel West Intermediate Hurling League Group 2: St Mary's 3-21; An Rinn 4-16 St Mary's 1-21; Stradbally 2-16 Whites Bar Eastern Hurling League Group B: Erins Own 3-17; St Molleran's 1-13 Fenor 0-0; Ferrybank 0-0 East U11 F Division 2 Group B: Ballyduff Lower 4-9; Butlerstown 2-3 East U12 Gaelic Football Division 2: St. Mary's Juvenile 4-11; Ballyduff Lower 6-3 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship - Group B: St Saviour's 2-11; Fenor 0-14

St. Marys: Sean Veale, Jack Sutton, Peter Gallagher, John Sheahan, Ciaran Kirwan, Reece Power, TJ Veale, Michael Dunphy, Paraic Hallahan, Peter Hurton, Jack Mulcahy, Niall Dunphy, Shane Kearney. Ballygunner: Cormac O’Mahony, Sean Barrett Kavanagh, Colin Power, David Daniels, Sean Butler, Brian McGuire, Raymond Kenneally, Sean Harney, Tom Dalton, Ben Curham, Gavin Corbett, Jack Fitzgerald, Paul Cotter, Brian Mullally, Luke Doyle. Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erin’s Own).

DIVISION 3B Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-12; St. Olivers 0-13. Kilrossanty 6-20; Ardmore 1-11. Cappoquin enjoy top spot on the Division 3B table after their 0-7 away win in Old Parish against An Ghaeltacht. Meanwhile, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg are also on four points from two games after a narrow 0-2 victory at home against a Mikey O’Brien short St. Olivers. Kilrossanty suffered a heavy defeat to Cappoquin in Lemybrien to an inform Ardmore side Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Simon Lombard; Ryan Thomas, Danny O’Mahony, Jack Foley, Ryan Lynch, Cian Ryan, Sam Fitzgerald, Adam O’Sullivan, Luke Seward, Paddy Prendergast, Kyle Roche, Eoin O’Halloran,

Jack Ryan, Jim Scanlon, Issac O’Sullivan. St. Olivers: Cathal Daly, Sean O’Hara, Liam O’Brien, Jack O’Sullivan, Richard Lynch, David Hally, Tiernan O’Connell, Liam O’Connell, Rob McGrath, Mark Lynch, Christopher Duggan, Joe Duggan, Luke O’Connor, Cian Horewood, Sam Hallahan, P. J. O’Brien, Michael Fogarty, Morgan Buckley. Referee: Cian O’Halloran (Brickeys).

Ardmore ……………6-20; KIlrossanty………… 1-11. It was a lovely evening in Kilrossanty for this minor hurling fixture between Kilrossanty and Ardmore last Tuesday evening. Ardmore started strongly but with good effort from Kilrossanty and a well taken goal from Luke Ryan brought Kilrossanty back into it. With half time approaching it was a close fought affair with Ardmore edging it on the scoreboard at half time. On the resumption Ardmore who looked like the better hurling team throughout started to exert their influence and pulled away well in the end. Ardmore: Jack Walsh, Adam Power, Eoghan O’Shea, Brian Walsh, James Michael Flavin, Tiernan Beresford, John O’Brien, Jack Keane, Scott O’Mahony, Seamus Cronin, Ciaran Keating, David Walsh, Gerry Reardon, Diarmuid Geaney, Billy Foley. Kilrossanty: Oscar Murphy,

Paddy Hayes, Micheal Galvin, Edmond Walsh, Patrick Power, Phillip Dunwoody, Donal Fitzgerald, Jack Whyte, Luke Ryan, Eoin Curran, Eoin Power, Josh Kay, Michael Lawlor. Referee: Tom Dee (Mitchels).

Cappoquin …………3-18; An Ghaeltacht ………1-17. Cappoquin minor hurlers travelled to the splendidly laid out Old Parish grounds last Tuesday to take on An Gaeltacht. The home side made the early running in an exciting affair going in at the interval leading by six points 1-9 to 0-6 , The Cornerstone lads raised their game in the second half and came away with a hard earned but deserving seven point win Capppoquin: Graham Lyons, Cian Murphy, Jordan Kearney, Gavin Fives, Jack Mangan, Matthew Noonan, Luke O’Rourke, Keith O’Sullivan, Darragh O’Rourke, Tommy McCarthy, Jack Coffey, Rory Heffernan, Nathan O’Mahony, Micheal Bray, Evan Murray, Tom Troy, Tiernan Cullinane. An Ghaeltacht: Maitiu Breathnach, Brian De Baruin, Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Conor O Cuirrin, Seadna Mac Giolla Chuda, Eamoon Og O Crotaigh, Micheal O Floinn, Liam O Raghallaigh, Carthach O Faolain, Donnchadh Mac Siomoin, Jack O Domhnaill, Tiernan O Foghlu, Sean O Laoire, Ciaran O Maoileoin, Tim Muntjewerff. Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys).

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION 1 LEGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff De La Salle 2 2 0 0 49 27 22 St. Carthages 2 2 0 0 52 38 14 Ballygunner 2 1 0 1 46 36 10 Portlaw/Ballyduff 2 1 0 1 41 39 2 Clonea 2 1 0 1 40 41 -1 Abbeyside 2 1 0 1 35 47 -12 Mt. Sion 2 0 0 2 34 41 -7 Dungarvan 2 0 0 2 22 50 -28 DIVISION 2 LEGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff Roanmore 2 2 0 0 47 33 14 Ballyduff Upper 2 2 0 0 39 32 7 Passage 2 1 0 1 45 38 7 Clan na Gael 2 1 0 1 39 38 1 Cois Bhride 2 1 0 1 28 33 -5 Brickey Rangers 1 0 0 1 13 14 -1 Naomh Brid 1 0 0 1 18 20 -2 Fourmilewater 2 0 0 2 33 54 -21 DIVISION 3A LEGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff St Molleran's 2 2 0 0 62 36 26 St Mary's 2 2 0 0 42 31 11 Tramore 2 1 0 1 40 29 11 Erins Own 2 1 0 1 51 50 1 Ballygunner 2 0 0 2 31 54 -23 St Saviour's 2 0 0 2 29 55 -26 DIVISION 3B LEGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff Cappoquin 2 2 0 0 68 33 35 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2 2 0 0 41 28 13 Kilrossanty 2 1 0 1 51 55 -4 St Oliver's 1 0 0 1 13 15 -2 An Ghaeltacht 1 0 0 1 20 27 -7 Ardmore 2 0 0 2 29 64 -35

Western Board Fixtures this weekend THURSDAY, 4th AUGUST Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached – Melleray v. Geraldines at 7.30 p.m. in Aglish. FRIDAY, 5th AUGUST Intermediate Hurling League – Tourin v. Brickey Rangers in Tourin at 7.00 p.m.; Ardmore v. An Rinn in Ardmore at 7.00 p.m. SATURDAY, 6th AUGUST The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Championship – Brickey Rangers v. An Rinn in Dungarvan Club Grounds at 7.00 p.m. Intermediate Hurling League – Clashmore / Kinsalebeg v. Colligan in Clashmore at 7.00 p.m.; Modeligo v. St. Mary’s in Modeligo at 7.00 p.m.

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GAA Coaching KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS GOING BRILLIANTLY We are looking forward to the start of the 2016 Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps next Monday. Some camps already have an increase in numbers on 2015 figures and we are looking forward to a great summer. To book your place online visit www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie Week 6: Aug. 8-12: Tramore, Sacred Heart, Ferrybank, Rathgormack, John Mitchel’s, Cois Bhríde, FMW/Nire Week 7: Aug. 15-19: Portlaw, St. Molleran’s, Ardmore, DLS College

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 August, 2016