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Terence Morrissey, Mike Tobin, Donal O Faoláin and Alan Kelly pictured on board the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, ahead of its launch last Saturday at Helvick Head Lifeboat Station. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
THERE was great joy and celebration on Helvick Pier last Saturday (August 30th) when Helvick Head RNLI officially named their new Atlantic 85 lifeboat the Robert Armstrong. The lifeboat was funded by the late Robert Armstrong and named in his memory. Members of Mr. Armstrong’s extended family travelled to Helvick from the UK for the occasion, including his cousin Mrs. Judi Fleming, who had the MEGA DEAL FULL HD Smar t & Wi-Fi LED TV with inte grated Fr ee to A ir Satellite & Saor view A Al ll l f fo or r € €5 59 99 9
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AN Irish short drama which was co-written by an Abbeyside writer has won first prize in Best Screenplay category at its world premiere at ‘Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival in the USA. ‘Fiddlers Cross’ was produced by Edge Case Productions, written by Michael McMahon and Abbeyside man, John Flynn, and was shot on location in Tipperary town last year. The 20 minute film was also directed by Michael McMahon, and debuted at the Film Festival earlier in August. The Rhode Island International Film Festival
Abbeyside writer, John Flynn, who co-wrote ‘Fiddlers Cross’ with Michael McMahon. The short drama won first prize in ‘Best Screenplay’ category at the Rhode Island International Film Festival, USA. is considered the world’s top platform for international independent cinema and is recognised as a credential, industryfriendly launch pad for the work of exceptional talent. Continued on page 2
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drama AN Irish short by an which was co-written has won Abbeyside writer Best in prize first at its Screenplay category at ‘Flickers’ world premiere John Flynn, Rhode Island International Abbeyside writer, the USA. Film Festival in was pro- who co-wrote ‘Fiddlers Cross’ McMahon. The ‘Fiddlers Cross’ Case with Michael prize in duced by Edge drama won first written by short category at Productions, and ‘Best Screenplay’ Michael McMahon John the Rhode Island International Abbeyside man,shot on Film Festival, USA. Flynn, and was town the world’s location in Tipperary is considered interplatform for last year. film was top independent The 20 minute national by Michael cinema and is recognised as also directed industrydebuted at a credential, McMahon, and pad for the earlier in friendly launch the Film Festival talent. of exceptional August. Island work on page 2 Continued The Rhode Film Festival Armstrong, International
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THE European Championship Masters Track and Field s were held last bright morning Izmir, Turkey weekend in sun in the Ataturk and West Waterford in Izmir Stadium remaining master supreme nine there were 11 athletes representing to meetJoe pleasureathlete and the Gough was my greaton countries Saturday ing the FrenchmanGerman followed, passIn 2000 it was the lifeboat at morning in the competing this the 19th competing for honours to accept who looked destined indoors champion at for bronze metres over 60, 800 European Masters Operations Manager sa Bob Armstrong and and final. and uncle Alice Joe was the from last March as he went Championship over to Lifeboat Budapest. Joe Athletic said: “Thiar of his aunt take the title hot s. Head in The home straight south. also is the world Ian Walsh, who and he wasn't favourite to orm in the name the care of Helvick the new lifeboat. The holder in saw Joe dictating record by the Helvick, dhá mhíle bhí fíor áthas into as he recorded honour of naming race in lane one. my greatan emphaticto disappoint pace race itself started at a bád Charles the metres this age category over the it is again very well attended very slow Joe cemented with no one showing distance. station. Today the best win to leave The event was the 800 volunteer bhliain le Bob Armstrong agus his lead as the careinofEurope an interest lead- he sprinted for the line ing it out. Joe together with into fé chúram lifeboat bualadh in his It was last February with a the and decided after general public time Robert and fundraising tarrthála a ghlacadh uaidh isteach a uncail pleasure to accept lifeboat of 2.20.86 from wake winning it was too 200 metres that was no match for the flying the German Leinster when running in ainm Walter Rentsch slow for his liking Germanyfrom this fine masters indoor the lifeboat crews, management Irishman. Joe from other stations Stáisiún Tarrthála Heilbhic in 2.22.35 inniú station funded 2ndBob’s up. The championship so he took it crossed the line running a the new state-of-the-ar which wasYves s final agus Charles. Arís committee members last lap to win Levasseur was and French athlete modest first lap was covered t indoor facility at gold for Ireland. 65 second Athlone that agus a aintín Alice agam an bád breá seo, an Armstrongbequest.” in a 3rd in 2.25.37. 75 sec. With a the coast. Joe was the in Fundraising This was yet Joe generous leading group very another milestone the late along Armstrong. at the bell the victor by a American Horace broke the mark set by Head RNLI Hon.opened the thá sé de phléisiúir a ghlacadh anseo go performance of five Owning seconds. Speaking was funded by in his Helvick second lap was clear two lifeboat from the Grant of Armstrong, The man originally 17 a ripper as the a thug going to be with Joe he Oliver Clancy on page and named temperatures Member Robert ó tharla gurbh é Bob féin pace from Mitchell recorded a time of 2.14.06 2.14.23. Joe Street, Dungarvan. tells us ❏ Continued were very Robert Armstrong of Mr. Armstrong’s Chairman and RNLI Council At 300 metres quickened. on that famed Heilbhic day as he had stadium despite high Joe, from home the lifeboat into go fial dá chuid maoine. from proceedings memory. Members the early morningin the group had reduced that lead Mastersof course, has really first athlete to the privilege of being the Crowley accepted the race itself travelled to Helvick passing it done it all break a record final; metres to level and it was was quite tactical. extended family occasion, including his Peter of the Institution before at the newly it was three who four and by 250 was no wonder that at opened arena and, of care In the the the Quality for installed line-up the were left with had course, it was he the UK medals to be for the final Award winning as favourite for the title last Fleming, who to be under the shared among the European a world record to make Saturday. cousin Mrs. Judi kicked off the it a sweet sion. Joe incredibly Combination bend just with them. Joe When you consider Award Winning Price from … has 70 national occaWashing Machines 200 metres ters titles; Get the deal Quality and his achievements mashe is, of course, EAL , European he has now accumulated from the world masters MEGA D gold 9 medals, over 60 pionship 10 FULL HD GUARANTEE golds and 2 world British chamTV • 058-41933 Wi-Fi LED silver medals. Dungarvan Smar t & €299 grated O’Connell St.,
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FROM FRONT PAGE The Film Festival is also a qualifying festival for the Oscars Short Films Academy Award. John is a past student of St. Augustine’s College and NUI Maynooth, and has written various plays, scripts and stories. It was in 2007 when the Red Kettle Company in Waterford produced John’s play ‘Happy Nights’, which was inspired by an unsolved 1961 break-in at Samuel Beckett’s country cottage in which the thieves ate his food, drank his wine and even stole his old underpants, but left a valuable painting untouched. He has worked for various TV and production companies over the years. Although John is not tied to any particular TV or production company, he will be working with Edge Case Productions on an ongoing basis. John, along with Michael McMahon, are currently work-
ing on another script for Edge Cast Productions. John has been friends with Michael since they attended NUI Maynooth together. He also received co-first credit with Michael McMahon for the 2010 TG4 documentary ‘Na Chéad Fight Clubs’, for the idea and the research into faction fighting.
FILM SYNOPSIS Fiddlers Cross tells the story of a new banker (Gerry O’Brien, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest; Veronica Guerin; King Arthur; Father Ted) in town, making his name and scorching the earth around distressed loans. After another busy day working the guillotine for his employers, he heads down to a local pub to unwind. It’s a tough job but someone has to do it, someone with ambition, and now he needs something stronger than fishing. Silence
Writer, John Flynn, from Abbeyside, on set of the filming of ‘Fiddlers Cross’ in Tipperary last year. descends when he walks in past the creaking door.Then, through a random act of kindness from a fellow stranger, with whom he finds he shares a love of angling, our banker turns up a further business opportunity. It will
involve a touch of moonlighting but, if he plays his cards right, he’s in for a major bonus. First he needs to borrow some cash that’s just resting in the vault and that no one will miss between two working days.
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WEATHER OUTLOOK TODAY will be dry.There will be some sunshine and highest temperatures will be from 17 to 20 degrees in light to moderate southeasterly winds. Thursday: The weather continues to remain generally dry and settled, but there may be a some light rain or few light showers over eastern counties later in the evening. There will be good sunshine during the day, especially over Leinster and Munster, and highest temperatures will range 18 to 21 degrees. Friday and Weekend: The trend is for very little rainfall but with north-easterly winds bringing cooler conditions. Temperatures will drop by about a degree each day through the weekend, with highest values on Sunday of 14 to 18 degrees. Early next week: A few showers at times (some of which may be heavy and thundery), but generally dry with sunshine, and temperatures improving towards mid-week.
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Pictured left: the lead actors of Fiddlers Cross, Shane Connery and Gerry O’Brien. Above: The Poker Players - a scene during Fiddlers Cross.
Council still taking applications for housing grants WATERFORD City and County Council are still taking applications in relation to housing grants. At the July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil queried what the situation was with housing grants. Joe Sullivan, Senior Executive Officer, housing, said the Council is still taking applications for housing grants for the next few months, but the Council would have to monitor their finances in relation to how many grants can be approved. According to a report to the meeting, funding of €983,124 (90 percent which is exchequer funding) is available to the Council under the Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability. The schemes are heavily subscribed and all applications are dealt with on a priority needs basis.
Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, Chairman of the Municipal District Council, asked if the Council could re-examine the schemes and the prioritisation of people. He asked if there was any way the Council could consider carrying out work for applicants which doesn’t need a lot of funding. “Not all the work would cost €1,000 or €5,000,” he said. “Some small work could come under €1,000, not everything would be a costly jobs,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Mr. Sullivan said that the Council would examine the suggestion. SOCIAL HOUSING Meanwhile, Cllr. Liam Brazil asked if social housing was a thing of the past in County Waterford, pointing out that there are people looking for housing in the Kilmacthomas and Portlaw areas. Mr. Sullivan said that the
building of social housing is a national issue, where a scarcity of public finances means no social housing schemes. Cllr. Brazil said the Council should try and apply for funding anyway. Mr. Sullivan said the Council are in the process of identifying sites for potential social housing, should funding be forthcoming from the government. Cllr. Declan Clune pointed out that there could be funding for social housing from a European Investment package. Mr. Sullivan said he was unaware of such funding and said the Council usually gets funding for social housing through the Department. However, Cllr. Clune said that not many people were aware of the EU package. Mr. Sullivan said he would check it out. TENANT PURCHASE SCHEME Cllr. O’Ryan asked if there
was any progress on a new Tenant Purchase Scheme. Mr. Sullivan replied that a new Tenant Purchase Scheme is proposed and the government are looking at the legislation, and he expected a new scheme to be announced “relatively soon”. HOMELESSNESS As the leading authority for management of homelessness services in the South East, Waterford City and County Council receives an annual budget of €1.78m from the government to run those services. Waterford Council has access to 75 units of supported accommodation, both emergency and long term, for people who experience homelessness. According to figures from the Department, there were 142 people in supported short term accommodation in the region last April, while 67 people were accommodated in Waterford City and County services.
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Ten good things about EU membership PART eight of a series of ten. At a time of increasing tensions when the entire concept of the European Union seems to be under threat of falling apart, when Europeans take to the streets of their towns and cities to protest against austerity and the corrupt practices that brought it about, when mainstream British politicians seem to be looking for an escape clause, we ask the question: What has the European Union done for us? We continue our look at ten ways in which European Union membership has improved our lives. NUMBER 8: EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES The EU has tackled discrimination on the basis of gender, race, age and disability with a range of different directives which have had their biggest impact on the labour market. A significant milestone was reached in 2007, when that year was declared by the EU as The European Year of Equal Opportunities for All. The four core themes were: • Rights – raising awareness of the right to equality and nondiscrimination • Representation – stimulating a debate on ways to increase the participation of under-represented groups in society • Recognition – celebrating and accommodating diversity • Respect and tolerance – promoting a more cohesive society The official motto of the EU is “United in Diversity” which first came into use in 2000. This motto signifies how Europeans have come together, in the form of the EU, to work for peace and prosperity, while at the same time being enriched by Europe’s many different cultures, traditions and languages.
In the case of Ireland, Irish women in particular have benefitted greatly from Ireland’s membership of the EU, particularly women in the workplace. Since joining in 1973 the number of women in the workforce has risen from 27% to 42%. At the time of Irish entry there was an increasing awareness of the inequalities experienced by women, including restrictions on employment and inequalities in pay. Through Ireland’s involvement with the EU this situation has improved greatly, not only in bringing about increases in female representation, but also in improving working conditions and the treatment of women in the workplace. The advancement of women’s rights was principally achieved through the gradual introduction of EU anti-discrimination and equality legislation. Chief among these measures was the implementation of the Equal Pay Directive by the Anti-Discrimination (Pay) Act 1974.This requires the receipt by men and women of equal pay for work of equal value. This principle is enshrined in Article 141 EC Treaty, which is also central to continuing efforts to provide equal opportunities for men and women in the workplace and to facilitate attempts to redress under-representation of either sex in particular sectors. These equality provisions extend well beyond direct financial considerations and include requirements of equality in the social welfare code, access to employment, vocational training and working conditions. The improved conditions for women in the workplace thanks to EU membership are particularly felt by working mothers. Women are now entitled to a minimum of 14 weeks maternity leave. Irish periods of maternity leave - 26 weeks paid and up to 16 weeks
unpaid - are in fact higher than the EU average. EU legislation also guarantees that women cannot be validly dismissed on the grounds of pregnancy. Inequalities between men and women, particularly in the workplace continue to be an issue, but Ireland together with its EU partners continues to work to build upon progress. The E UROPE DIRECT Contact Centre is a service which helps you find answers to your questions about the European Union. It offers information on all sorts of subjects related to the EU including your rights and opportunities as an EU citizen and how to take advantage of them. It can provide direct responses to general inquiries and, if you have more detailed questions, signpost you to the best source of information and advice at EU, national, regional and local levels. Article courtesy of:Waterford Europe Direct Information Centre, Central Library, Lady Lane, Waterford City • 051 849975 • www.twitter.com/EUDirect • www.facebook.com/eudirect • www.europedirect.ie The Europe Direct initiative was launched in Ireland in 2005. The European Commission wanted to create a network of accessible, local information centres in all member states. The mission of the network is to distribute information and advice about the European Union’s policies, actively promote local and regional debate about the European Union, allow the European institutions to disseminate local and regional information and give the public the opportunity to send feedback to the European Union institutions.
Forty-four ‘Winning Streak’ winners jet off to San Francisco Pictured are Sinead O’Higgins and Lucy Aughney.
Waterford Europe Direct at the Iverk Show THE Waterford Europe Direct Information Centre was in attendance at the Iverk Show which took place at the Showgrounds, Piltown, County Kilkenny, on Saturday, 23rd August. The Centre staffed an indoor trade stand at the show which is Ireland’s longest running agricultural show and has been a major feature of the rural calendar running continuously since 1826 and regularly attracting in excess of 20,000 visitors in a single day. Sinead O’Higgins and Lucy Aughney were on hand to offer information on how the Europe Direct Centre can be of benefit to both rural and urban dwellers, being a point of contact for information on all aspects of the European Union and how it functions in relation to the daily lives of its citizens. Of particular interest this year was the
feedback received in the aftermath of the recently held elections for the European Parliament and the direction that Ireland is taking post-bailout and how the country will handle the on-going reform of the Common Agricultural Policy. Members of the public were also given the opportunity to enter an energy efficiency competition worth €500 to spend on making their homes more energy efficient which is being run jointly by the Waterford City & County Environment Department, the Waterford Energy Bureau and the Waterford Europe Direct Information Centre. For more information please contact the Waterford Europe Direct Information Centre on 051 849975 or email europedirect@waterfordcity.ie
FORTY-four lucky ‘Winning Streak’ TV Gameshow winners from all over Ireland and their 44 guests jetted off to San Francisco for a six day luxury break on Friday, 22nd August, 2014, with €2,500 spending money in their pockets. The excited winners won the prize on the National Lottery’s Winning Streak TV Gameshow during the January – May season. Gameshow host Marty Whelan accompanied the winners on their fun filled trip of a lifetime. For many winners, it was their first visit to the USA. 2FM’s Rick O’Shea Show broadcast live from San Francisco on Monday 25th and Tuesday, 26th August, 2014, and trip winners were involved in these broadcasts. “Here at the National Lottery we’re delighted to make dreams come true for 44 winners and their guests by sending them on a trip of a lifetime to San Francisco,” said Dermot Griffin, Chief Executive, National Lottery. Once in San Francisco, the group were transported by coach to the luxurious Fairmont Hotel which in recent times hosted US President Barack Obama. On Sunday evening, the winners enjoyed a delicious gala dinner at the St. Francis Yacht Club in San Francisco Bay. The
Pictured enjoying the sites of San Francisco are from left to right: Dermot Griffin, National Lottery Chief Executive; Nicole Markley and Wayne Flynn from Dungarvan and Marty Whelan, Winning Streak host. restaurant boasts incredible views of the famous Golden Gate Bridge. The group also visited the Rams Gate Winery in Sonoma where they sampled some of the regions finest wines. The winners returned to Dublin on Thursday, 28th August, 2014. National Lottery good causes benefit from the sale of all National Lottery games, with one third of all sales (approx) going to fund Beneficiary projects around the country, as designated
by Government. Since the National Lottery was launched, over €4.4 billion has been raised for good causes. This level of funding has made a significant difference to communities, projects and individuals in the areas of Youth, Sports, Recreation & Amenities; Health & Welfare; Arts, Culture & National Heritage and the Irish Language. WAYNE FLYNN, DUNGARVAN, CO. WATERFORD Wayne Flynn from
Dungarvan is from a family of 11 and a son of Sean and Catherine Flynn. Wayne, who is a pipe fitter, and girlfriend Nicole Markley, a trainee hairdresser from Kilmacomma, Clonmel, will be leaving their ten and a half month old son Noah at home with one of Wayne’s eight sisters to go to San Francisco. Wayne enjoys golf, and fishing in the Blackwater and Colligan Rivers. When he was younger, he played soccer and hurling for Waterford Under14s.
He played Under 21s when he got news that he couldn’t continue for health reasons. He has only been on one holiday to Spain about five or six years. He always wanted to go travelling and visit America. He is hoping to play a round of golf in San Francisco and see the Golden Gate. They’ll spend the winnings on shopping and socialising – as Wayne said: “we’ll probably never get a trip like it again.”
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Have you checked if your child’s car seat fits? NEXT Thursday, 11th September, Gardaí in conjunction with the Road Safety Authority, will hold a ‘Check it Fits’ service in Dungarvan, which aims to save lives by ensuring that child seats are properly fitted in cars. The Garda / RSA ‘Check it Fits’ Team will be present in the car par of Garvey’s Supervalu, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, from
11.30 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. on Thursday, 11th September. The team will check people’s child car seats and will offer advice / help to parents and guardians to ensure they have their child car seats installed correctly. Currently, three out of four child car seats are incorrectly fitted, which could lead to serious injury, or death, in the event of a collision.
The Garda / RSA team will address this problem with trained experts who are familiar with almost every child car seat on the market and who can check your child car seat and answer any questions you may have. The ‘Check it Fits’ service is free to all and is a fast and convenient way of checking your child’s car seat.
For more information and to check out other venues of where the ‘Check it Fits’ service will be, visit www.rsa.ie/checkitfits.
Drumhills residents voice fears over windfarm proposal RESIDENTS of Drumhills, near Dungarvan, voiced their apprehension and fear at a public meeting last week in relation to a proposed large-scale wind farm development. The public meeting was organised in response to a proposal by Eco Power Developments Ltd., of Sion Road, Kilkenny, to erect 12 wind turbines, each with a height of 126.6 metres, in various townlands in the Drumhills area. Over 100 people attended the meeting, while there were three representatives from Eco Power also present. Four residents who live in the Drumhills area spoke at the meeting. While each expressed their fears and concerns, it was Valerie O’Donnell from Mount Stuart, in the Drumhills, who was most vocal on the matter, vowing to fight Eco Power ‘tooth and nail’ and with every breath in her body to stop the proposed 12 wind turbines. Ms. O’Donnell who was clearly angry, said all 12 turbines would be literally on her back door. “We will see every single one of them,” she said. “You can image my horror when I found out that not one, not two, but 12 wind turbines were proposed. As long as I’ve a breath in my body, 12 turbines will not go up there.” She said she was never informed of the large scale
proposal which would impact on their family life. “My children play sport out the back; if the weather is fine we have barbecues and family gatherings out the back - do you see a pattern?” she asked the Eco Power representatives. “Everything is out the back! “We are now living in fear. My son has special needs and I don’t know how the turbines will affect him. “I am absolutely livid over this and I’ve hardly slept thinking about it. These turbines will not go ahead!” Ms. O’Donnell added to loud applause. Niamh Kuhne, also a resident living in the Drumhills area, said her family’s life was turned upside down on 10th August last when they learned of the proposed turbines. “I feel anger, concern, anxiety, and bewilderment as to why an outsider, with no connection to the area, would scar our beautiful surroundings with masts, substations and wind turbines,” said Ms. Kuhne. “It would have a negative effect on our tourism and we are one of the most scenic areas of the country. “I am not opposed to wind energy, as long as it benefits the wider community. I do have an issue with a €20m investment that will not benefit Dungarvan and have a negative effect on things like tourism, which is very important to us.”
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“There was no pre-public consultation or meeting in Dungarvan about these wind turbines. There was a public consultation in Aglish, but this development affects us, Dungarvan, directly!” she pointed out. “My fear is that unless we object to this proposed development, it will set a precedent for more wind farms in the area,” she said. Anna Maria Cloona, a resident in Drumhills, also outlined fears in connection with the proposed wind turbines and how they will affect her family. “I am not a professional, or a scaremonger, but I fear for my children’s health and future,” Ms. Cloona said. She urged people to show their support and object to the wind farm proposal. “From what I understand, this wind farm is of no benefit to our community and I am outraged to hear that our electricity bills will still go up, and make the Winter even harder.” Ms. Cloona said she visited the wind turbines in Ring recently with a relative who is autistic and as they approached the turbines, the relative became distressed. “People on the autistic spectrum and those with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are extra sensitive to infrasound, mechanical noise and shadow flicker. There has been planning refused for turbines in England
because people with autism live near the proposed site,” Ms. Cloona added. A woman who introduced herself as Edel Grace from North Tipperary, said she attended the public meeting in Dungarvan to show support. “Eco Power have been granted permission for 22 wind turbines near my house in North Tipperary,” said Edel. She said the closest turbine is just over 500 metres from her home. She outlined some advice for the Dungarvan group in fighting the proposal and urged people “not to give up and be prepared to fight to the end”. A 13-year-old who introduced himself to the meeting as ‘Joe’, moved to Dungarvan several years ago with his parents and voiced his concerns about wind turbines. “I visited Ring and saw the two turbines there. The worst thing about them is the noise and the size - I wonder what 12 of them will be like?” he queried. Joe said that the proposed wind farm in Drumhills will overshadow his garden and potentially affect his family life. More information from Dungarvan Against Wind Turbines on their social networking page www.facebook.com/DAW Turbines, or email DAWT atdawturbines@gmail.com
Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards
THE meeting of the Comeragh Municipal District Council is to be held at a location in its area once a year, it was proposed at the July meeting of the local authority. Currently, Comeragh Municipal District Council hold their monthly meetings at the Civic Offices Chamber in Dungarvan. Chairman, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said it was his intention that the monthly meeting of the Comeragh Municipal Council be moved to a location in the Comeragh area once a year. Director of Services, Brian White, confirmed that it was absolutely fine to do so and where the location of the meeting is held is up to the Chairperson of the day. He said that community halls and other such facilities could be used for the meeting, but not pubs!
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Crime prevention Property Crime Graffiti Vandalism UNCONTROLLED graffiti is a form of criminal damage and is a costly menace to communities. It is also against the law. There is nothing attractive about uncontrolled graffiti vandalism and it shows a complete disregard and contempt for people living in the area, their property and the environment as a whole. To the perpetrator, graffiti may be intended as a form of ‘artistic expression’, a threatening or abusive message, or just a wanton act of destructive vandalism. Unfortunately, like other acts of criminal damage, there are economic costs for the injured parties, along with many other undesirable results for society in general. A strong social message is sent out when there is undesired / permanent graffiti, that the property is not respected, not under proper control, and the area is not an attractive place to live or work. Un-removed graffiti vandalism can lead to other acts of vandalism in the area, and eventually lead to the growth of hostile and uncontrolled environments. Uncontrolled graffiti can start a cycle of decay, which, if not tackled or controlled, also generates greater fear and alienation for people who must live and work in these areas. Graffiti vandalism is not the work of an ‘unknown artist’ or an ‘aspiring artist’, but an act of criminal damage that encourages further criminal acts - an important point which must be realised by communities. Graffiti vandalism has economic and social costs that must be borne by everybody. For property owners / communities, uncontrolled graffiti means clean up costs that can vary greatly, depending on the surface being defaced; unsightly defacement of structures; increased fear of crime; encouragement of other forms of crime and vandalism; reduced attraction or incentive to live and work in the area; falling property prices; and reduced inward investment and employment. PATTERNS OF GRAFFITI Most graffiti vandalism which defaces property is committed by people who are generally within three groups or categories - one group are ‘writers’, a second group are ‘taggers’, and a third group are an identified gang or unlawful groups. The ‘writers’ are usually responsible for some of the more flamboyant or ‘artistic’ styles of graffiti. They will usually work in small groups and display their work in highly visible locations, such as the tops of buildings, on bridge structures or overpasses. They will take great time and effort, including risks, to display their ‘work’. This can then lead to further competition from similar minded individuals and a proliferation of the problem. The ‘taggers’ are generally individuals who have a personalised or stylised signature or writing. Their motivation is usually to deface as many areas
as possible with their own ‘work’. The third group are an identified gang, or unlawful groups, who want to send a message - this message is generally intended to be threatening, and is usually written in a highly visible location. By and large, graffiti vandals are usually teenagers or young people. Parents and guardians should watch for tell-tale signs that their children are involved in this activity, such as possession of spray paint cans and markers, or paint residue on their fingers and clothes. They may also have heavily marked personal property or books. Could you, as a parent, identify your child’s graffiti ‘tag’? PREVENTION AND CONTROL The best way to prevent graffiti is to consider all the potential areas where it may occur during the planning and design stages of buildings, which will involve carefully choosing the surfaces of walls and buildings, and limiting the areas available to write on. A textured wall and minimal large bare surfaces will be less attractive to the graffiti vandal. Generally, the more porous the surface, the more difficult it will be to clean. Wood and brick will be more attractive than metal structures or oil-based painted areas. In established areas the spread of graffiti can be prevented with the strategic use of plants, such as thorny hedging or fast growing creepers on vulnerable walls. The use of large blank walls or areas for legitimate advertising or display should be considered. In indoor areas, particularly public toilets, the use of designated graffiti boards can greatly limit the damage to walls and doors out of public view. The best form of graffiti control is swift and proper clean up. This will stop a copycat style spreading and limit its recurrence. It also demonstrates that there is ownership and control of the property and frustrates the work of the vandal. Graffiti operators are unlikely to return to areas where they have invested their time and money, to find that their work is always removed immediately. The entire surface area that has been defaced should be cleaned or repainted and not just spot covering the affected areas, as this can encourage repeat offences by the culprit. It is very important that people employed in the removal of graffiti are made aware of black spots and use materials or paints that will dissuade a potential recurrence.
Useful information: IN AN EMERGENCY, CONTACT 999 / 112 Dungarvan Garda Station: 058-48600 Lismore Garda Station: 058-72030 Garda Confidential Line: 1800-666-111 www.garda.ie
Attending the University of Limerick conferrings on Wednesday was Eoin Neville, Woodstown, Waterford, Conferred with a BBS. [Liam Burke/Press 22]
2014 Credit Union Art Competition THE 2014 Credit Union Art Competition kicks off this year with the theme ‘Art Fest’ and has two categories, General and Special, with entries accepted from five age groups from 7 years and under to 18 years and older. The art competition, which is open to everyone, is about encouraging and rewarding self expression, creativity and imagination among artists throughout the country. Liam Moore, of Dungarvan Credit Union, said that entry forms have been sent to all schools in County Waterford. However, he pointed out that the entries to the Credit Union Art Competition are not confined to schools. “Those who are home-schooled, or adults who have left school can also enter,” said Mr. Moore. “It is not exclusively a child’s competition as young adolescents and adults can enter too,” he said. The Credit Union Art Competition is considered one of the most successful annual promotions undertaken by the Credit Union movement. All entries must be ‘Landscape’ shape, on A3 (4240 by 297 mm) or A2 (594 by 420 mm). Any ‘Portrait’ shape entries will be immediately disqualified from adjudication. Entrants are free to express their creativity using a wide variety of media, including gouache, pencil, charcoal, pen, ink, felt-tip markers, crayon, pastel, water colours, acrylics, oils, poster colour or collage. Prints done from a lino block, wood block, or any other method may also be submitted.
However, no computer aided design (CAD) may be entered. The five age groups in the two categories of General and Special are: 7 years and under, 8-10 years, 11-13 years, 14-17 years, 18 years and over. Ages as at 31st December, 2014. The Special Category encouraged participants with a physical or intellectual disability to submit entries in free expression without the restriction of the competition’s official theme, if they so wish. Entries are to be with Dungarvan Credit Union, Parnell Street, Dungarvan, by Friday, 3rd October, at 5.00 p.m. There will be a presentation night held in Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan, on 16th October (International Credit Union Day). For more information / entry rules, etc., check out www.creditunionart.ie.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Rural parishes mobilise against towering wind turbine ‘monstrosities’ AS the number of wind turbines being erected in the rural countryside increases, so too does the concerns of rural populations, which have not been properly addressed by the energy companies erecting these large scale industrial sized turbines. Most recently, An Bord Pleanála gave the go-ahead for an enormous wind farm near the North Tipperary village of Upperchurch - 22 wind turbines with a height of 126.6 metres. The €80m wind farm, which was proposed by Kilkenny-based Eco Power Developments Ltd., was granted by An Bord Pleanala despite huge local opposition - there were 23 different objections lodged with An Bord Pleanala. (Bord reference number: 243040). This follows another planning permission for a large wind farm consisting of 16 wind turbines, each with a height of 100 metres, proposed by ESB Wind Development Ltd., and Coillte, at Keeper Hill, Silvermines Mountains, North Tipperary, which was granted by An Bord Pleanala last June. Bord reference: 241924). It is understood that local residents were also strongly against this proposed wind farm by the ESB / Coillte partnership. WIND FARM PROPOSAL NEAR DUNGARVAN A public meeting was organised in Dungarvan last week to address concerns about a proposed wind farm by Eco Developments Ltd., in a rural Dungarvan area. Eco Developments are seeking to erect 12 wind turbines, each with a height of 126.6 metres, in townlands Knocknaglogh Lower, Barranastook Upper, K n o c k n a m o n a , Woodhouse, Tinakilly, Monageela, and Killatoor, which are based in Drum Hills, near Dungarvan. At the meeting, John McGovern, of Dungarvan Against Wind Turbines (DAWT) a newly formed residents group against the Drum Hills wind farm pro-
posal, showed a two minute clip from the film ‘Windfall’ by Laura Israel, which is about a rural American community and how they were affected by wind turbines going up in their area. Mr. McGovern pointed out that the film ‘Windfall’ was recently shown in full in Lismore,Villierstown and Aglish, and is an ‘eyeopener’ movie for anyone concerned about the environment and the future of renewable energy. The film is an awardwinning documentary detailing one community’s experience with wind farms, and Mr. McGovern said that what has happened in America is now happening in Ireland. The ‘Windfall’ clip can be viewed at windfallthemovie.com. “These wind farms have fractured the community,” he said. “Wind turbines do not end well for anyone, other than the developers.” WIND TURBINES IN RING In 2010, the former Waterford County Council granted permission to Ballycurreen Windfarm Ltd., to erect two wind turbines with a height of 79 metres each, at Rathnameneenagh, Ballycurreen, An Rinn. (Council planning reference: 106), despite receiving over 40 submissions. The decision was appealed to An Bord Pleanala. However, the appeal was later withdrawn, (Bord reference: 2378360), meaning that the proposed development defaulted back to the Council, which had originally granted permission. Mr. McGovern said the scenic and quiet parishes of An Sean Phobal / An Rinn are now fractured over two wind turbines which got permission to be erected. He introduced two women to the meeting who live near the wind turbines in Ring. Both women told their story in their own words to the meeting. Eileen Nugent, a resident of Ring, who lives very close to the two wind tur-
bines at Rathnameneenagh, addressing the meeting, told people how the development has affected her, as well as the community. She said while the address of Rathnameneenagh is in Ring, it is closer to Old Parish. “It used to be a beautiful area before these disgusting things went up,” said Ms. Nugent. “We were never consulted as a community. I am the nearest house West of these turbines and no-one approached me about them,” she said. Ms. Nugent said that when she contacted An Bord Pleanala to lodge an appeal against the Rathnameneenagh wind turbines, she was told there was already an appeal lodged by other parties against the wind turbines, and it was suggested by An Bord Pleanála that she make a submission as an ‘observer’. Making an appeal to An Bord Pleanala costs around €220, while an ‘observer’ submission costs €50. “Unfortunately, I made a submission as an ‘observer’ to my regret,” Ms. Nugent told the meeting. “Making a submission as an ‘observer’ means nothing.You have no power or say unless you make a full appeal submission to An Bord Pleanala,” warned Ms. Nugent. “It was in March 2011 when I got a letter from Waterford County Council informing me that the appeal to An Bord Pleanala was withdrawn. I was upset and contacted An Bord Pleanala, but they said there was nothing they could do. It reverted back to Waterford County Council who had already given permission for the wind turbines.” Ms. Nugent said that from her house, she has a full view of the two turbines from base to tip. “The roaring noise from the turbines, particularly at night, is like living beside an airport!” she said. “The noise is worse at night.” Ms. Nugent said she can’t open her windows because
of the noise and is already experiencing problems with her hearing, with a buzzing in her ear and constant noise in her head. She also pointed out that the two turbines are located near a special area of conservation at Helvick Head, and areas of scientific interest, but these important points appeared not to have been taken into consideration. “I’ve been living in Ring for 42 years and I now live beside these things. I objected to them then, and I still object to them now!” she said to applause. Maggie Burns, a neighbour of Ms. Nugents, confirmed the timeline of events in relation to the planning and appeal to An Bord Pleanala as described by Ms. Nugent, as she also made a submission as an ‘observer’ in relation to the two wind turbines. “These two turbines are just over 500 metres from by back door,” said Ms. Burns. “The noise from them is horrendous - like a jet engine,” she said. “Be under no illusion,” Ms. Burns told the meeting. “If wind turbines are close to your home, you will hear them, depending on the direction and the strength of the wind.” She warned people not to take their ‘eye off the ball’ and to be wary of making a full appeal, rather than an ‘observer’ submission to An Bord Pleanala, if the planning process gets that far. “If an objection is withdrawn, as what happened with us in Ring, then the ‘observer’ submissions are thrown out. They are ‘null and void’ and there is no comeback whatsoever on it,” said Ms. Burns. She said the decision to grant permission for the two wind turbines in Ring has “split the community and neighbours”. Ms. Burns complimented the organisation of DAWT in such a short period and encouraged them to continue, saying they can do something about the proposed wind farms and not to listen to the ‘nay-sayers’.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Over €3.13m to be spent on Waterford’s roads this year WATERFORD City and County Council’s allocation from the National Roads Authority was just over €3.13m, which is an increase on 2013’s allocation of just over €2.43m, the July meeting of the Comeragh Municipal District Council heard. Delivering the report was newly appointed Area Engineer for the Comeragh District, Eamon Lonergan, who said that the allocations are largely in line with 2013 allocations, but there is no allocation for safety schemes in 2014, which will be co-ordinated through the regional design office. Currently, the wet-mix strengthening programme in the Comeragh District area has been completed. The 2014 allocation for non-national roads is €7.55m, which is down from the 2013 allocation of €7.74m. He said the allocation in 2014 includes a sum of €180,800 for low cost safety schemes at five locations throughout the country. He outlined that there are over 1,000 km of roads to be maintained in the Comeragh area. “We have 58 percent of regional roads which is well above the average,” said Mr. Lonergan. He said that as the new
Area Engineer for the Comeragh area, his focus would be on road safety through maintenance and road works. The second issue he will focus on is drainage and work to keep water off the roads, which, he said, will also enhance road safety. In relation to coastal protection, Mr. Lonergan said that small scale coastal repairs are ready to commence at Annestown, Ballydwane, Kilmurrin and Bonmahon after funding for storm repairs was received. He said the roads section would work with the environment section in relation to beach cleaning, clean ups, grass cutting, litter and clean ups outside major towns in the area. Chairman of the Municipal Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, welcomed Mr. Lonergan to his new role and said it was good to have a plan and looked forward to working with him. He expressed thanks to former Comeragh Area Engineer, John O’Sullivan for his work over the years. Other Councillors concurred with the sentiments. Mr. Lonergan thanked everyone for his warm welcome and said he looked forward to working with everyone.
Comeragh area should have more funding for roads SPENDING on roads in the Comeragh area was asked to be ringfenced, at the July meeting of the Municipal District Council. Making the request was Chairman of the Municipal Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, who pointed out that there are 1,136 km of road in the Comeragh area. “The Comeragh area has 58 percent of the county road network for regional roads,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “This figure should be reflective of the investment put into the Comeragh area at budgeting time,” he said. Senior Executive Engineer, Pat McCarthy said that allocated funding is dependent on the length of roads in an area. He said that while there was an additional allocation of funding to the Comeragh area because of new GSS areas, the Comeragh area received no additional budget. Cllr. Liam Brazil said it wasn’t fair to expect the Comeragh area to take on extra sections of roads after the amalgamation of the County and City Council, with the same money as last year. He asked officials to find out how much funding for roads each of the other Districts (Dungarvan / Lismore and Waterford City areas) receive and have a comparison. “We should compare like for like, because with more roads, we should be getting more funding,” said Cllr. Brazil. Cllr. O’Ryan said that in relation to future budgets, the fact that the Comeragh area has more roads than any other section of the county should be taken into consideration.
Members of Dungarvan Country Markets present a cheque to West Waterford Hospice. The money was raised from the Country Markets’ second hand book sale. Left to right: Frances O’Brien, Co-ordinator; Anne Cotter; John Moran, West Waterford Hospice; Mary Ryan; Margo Sleator; and Maura Ryan.
Country Markets presents cheque to Hospice DUNGARVAN Country Markets presented a cheque to West Waterford Hospice, the proceeds of which was collected from their second hand book sale. The cheque was presented last week by members of Dungarvan Country Markets to John Moran, representing the Hospice. Second-hand books are available for sale during the Country Markets, which are held in the Causeway Tennis and Bowling Club, Abbeyside, every Friday morning. All money raised from the second hand book sale
goes towards a charity or needy cause. This time, the Country Markets selected the West Waterford Hospice as the recipient of the proceeds of the book sale. Anne Cotter, who initially came up with the idea of a second hand book sale at the Country Markets, expressed thanks to their customers for their support of the County Markets and for their generosity in the second hand book sale. The Country Markets operate at the Tennis Club every Friday morning, 9.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., and sell
A selection of books available to buy at Dungarvan Country Markets’ second-hand book sale.
good quality home produced food and crafts. Pop in for a cuppa and a chat with the lovely ladies who operate the market
and browse their wonderful selection of delectable buns, cakes and breads; fresh eggs and homegrown seasonal vegetables; homemade jams
and marmalades; as well as jewellery, knitwear, crochet, handmade cards, freshly cut flowers and plants, and much more!
Dungarvan Country Markets celebrates awards – Pictured are Frances O’Brien (Co-ordinator) and Mary Ryan (Public Relations Officer) both of Dungarvan Country Markets, with a glass crystal trophy and a certificate which were presented to Dungarvan Country Markets earlier in the year. The glass crystal was presented to the Country Markets for winning the “Be Green” Awards 2013 at the West Waterford Festival of Food. The certificate was presented to the Country Markets for winning the Marketing Awareness Competition 2013.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
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It’s all of a buzz in the City for Harvest WITH so many family and community events popping up throughout the Harvest Festival,Waterford City will certainly be buzzing from September 12th to 14th. Wyse Park, New Street Gardens and People’s Park will host a vast array of activities. In New Street Gardens there will be cookery demonstrations, beekeeping classes, GIY workshops, puppet making, live music and plenty of family fun! Wyse Park kicks off with a Hoedown on Friday thanks to St Brigid’s Family
catching visual element to the streets of Waterford. Passers-by can interact with the energy of the festival through larger than life creations and art installations. Keep an eye out for The Grow Project's latest creative outdoor installation- a colourful makeover for the gardener's humble friend, the wheelbarrow! Follow the ‘Green Trail’ and discover guerrilla gardens and pop up planting, all adding a Harvest feel to the Waterford landscape. The ‘Green Team’- GIY
brought to you by Caulfield’s SuperValu. Let the kids’ creativity and imaginations run wild as they make their own cupcakes, pasta art, noodle doodles or paper gardens in the City Square Shopping Centre. The City Library will be transformed by the mad cap antics of clowns, acrobats and all things circus! City POP is brought to Harvest by an eclectic mix of skilled local people and artistic innovators. It aims to bring an exciting and eye-
& Community Centre and Inner City Youth Project, so don’t forget to swing your ‘pardner do-si so’. There will also be herbal remedy stalls, storytelling, food craft, not to mention building -aBed led by Waterford Civic Trust St. John Priory Project and the GROW Project. People’s Park is all about Picnics and Play with giant Jenga, boules and chess, not to mention the muddy mayhem, games, science and foodie fun activities all Saturday afternoon proudly
Pictured at New Street Gardens, Waterford City, looking foward to Harvest Festival is Mike Hughes, East Waterford Bee Keepers Association with little Bee Keeper Katie Notley - 6 years old. Wyse Park, New Street Gardens and People’s Park will host a vast array of activities during Harvest. [Patrick Browne] Waterford, Ballybeg Greens and Ucasadh - has been busy planting and plotting to lay a living carpet under the Viking Long Boat. Stroll along Scarecrow Street, watch out for frying pans and watering cans overhead and check out the giant veg patch in John Roberts Square, or spot the amazing signposts built with skill and care from Traditional Craft by
Pictured at New Street Gardens, Waterford City, looking foward to Harvest Festival are little Bee Keepers Kate Lemon, Katie Notley and Harry Earl all 6 years. Wyse Park, New Street Gardens and People’s Park will host a vast array of activities during Harvest. [Patrick Browne]
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Waterford on 12th - 14th September. If you want to know more the Harvest Festival’s full programme of events is available on www.waterfordharvestfestival.ie The Festival brochure has been distributed and is widely available throughout the City and County. Be sure to keep up to date on all things Harvest Fest by checking it out on Facebook and Twitter.
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community. On behalf of the people of town and county, we extend our thanks and appreciation to all at the Helvick Station and wish them success in all their launches in the future.
Our Defence Forces abroad WHILE other countries, principally Britain and the United States idolise their troops, take every opportunity to acknowledge their contribution to peace and place them above other citizens, we in Ireland adopt a far lower stance in how we treat the members of our Defence Forces. While we may see the adulation in other countries somewhat excessive, we at home could certainly raise our awareness and appreciation of the difficult tasks our troops undertake at home and abroad. During the dark days of the ’Seventies and ’Eighties, our troops assisted the Gardai in preserving the security of our State and guarding us against acts of violence and terrorism. Those of our troops who went abroad on peacekeeping duties with the United Nations also upheld the highest standards of service, a fact which has consistently been acknowledged by the United Nations, by the troops beside whom our military serve and by the countries which have been the recipients of our service abroad. Those who proudly wear the uniform of the various branches of our armed forces who have served with high distinction in theatres of war from Lebanon and the then Belgian Congo to Cyprus, Bosnia, Chad and still in Gaza, the home of part of the Lebanese Nation continue to do so in the best traditions of Irish international service. Today, our troops are recognised and acknowledged as the ‘backbone of the peacekeeping mission in Gaza’ and, despite the obvious and ever-present danger, discharge the UN mandate with distinction, earning the respect of all whom the serve and with whom they serve. They place themselves in harm’s way daily in the service of the suffering people of these trouble spots and a significant number have paid the ultimate price with their lives. Let us acknowledge and honour this contribution to world peace. Because of the quality of service of our men and women in uniform over the last two generations, the Irish are regarded with respect and trust and have become the international ‘honest brokers’, a role which is as important as combat itself. Not every country can undertake that mission, or command that level of respect. Spare a thought for those Irish men and women who serve abroad, far from home and family, on our behalf and for the good of the disadvantaged. Theirs is a noble task and one which deserves our highest praise and appreciation.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
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Generosity of RNLI WHILE our troops serve abroad, another disciplined group serves our community at home. The men and women of the RNLI are deserving of our appreciation and praise, the more so that their life-saving missions are undertaken on a totally voluntary basis. Last Saturday, further confidence was expressed in our local branch of the RNLI and the people who run the Lifeboat Station and go down to the sea, not in ships, but in small boats, sometimes under the most extreme conditions, to pluck sailors and other ocean users from the water before they are claimed by the cruel sea. A new Lifeboat, a larger and better equipped vessel than was heretofore stationed here,was handed over to the local branch of RNLI last Saturday to be stationed at Helvick Head. The RNLB Bob Armstrong represents the most up to date boat of its kind and we are indeed fortunate to have it stationed here. This opens the latest chapter in a proud history since the Station was first commissioned at Ballinacourty in 1859 and transferred across the Bay to Crowe Point in Helvick in 1897. There was a gap in service between 1969 when the Lifeboat was withdrawn to 1996 when the Station was re-established in Helvick with a modern boat, the Alice and Charles. Countless lives have been saved since 1859, with the crews of the more recent boats contributing bravely to that roll of honour. The presentation of the new up to date and larger craft comes in no small way as a result of the dedicated service of the crews and the enthusiastic support of the local Committees. The record of this Station in all spheres has been exemplary and deserves the thanks and appreciation of the entire community, regardless of whether our people ever go to sea or not. Outside of the obvious safety benefits of having a rescue boat on permanent standby, its presence also enhances the reputation and stature of the entire Bay area, town and country and marks it as a caring maritime
An immoral charge WAS there ever as uncaring, demanding and money oriented government in this country as we have presently. Having come through the last six traumatic years of austerity, it was hoped that stories of hardship would be on the decrease and that accommodations could be reached in extreme cases involving bank debts, unpaid mortgages and taxes. That illusion was shattered last week when the news of the exorbitant penalties for the non-payment of the Non Principal Private Residence Charge - which has now been superseded by other taxes – became public knowledge. The NPPR charge was an annual charge of €200 in respect of all residential property not used as the owner’s sole or main residence between 2009 to 2013. Because there were no written demands issued for this tax, there were many cases where people who had, for various reasons, a second home did not know of their liability. The annual charges of €200 were not paid so, after the first round of penalties, people found themselves liable for the sum of €3,200 instead of the actual accrued sum of €800. Now, those who failed to settle their account before Sunday night last and have not sought an accommodation from the Local Authorities, find themselves liable for an additional €3,000. Can there be any justification for such an exorbitant increase. How can a Local Authority, charged with maintaining the welfare of the people of their area, justify such an additional charge? By any standards it is immoral and a blight on those who conceived and approved it. It smacks of the landlordism generations of our people fought to abolish. Those who stashed millions abroad and probably continue to do so, have not been treated in such a fashion. Just as an early Government of this state was best remembered for a reduction of a ten percent in a then meagre Old Age Pension, so too this Government will be remembered for this appalling charge, as well as the many cutbacks and withdrawal of services the people of this country have had to endure.
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Dungarvan Lions Club Notes – September comes around so soon, the children are back to school and all the clubs and societies get rolling again for a new year. This year we can look back on a good summer that had lots of hours of sunshine. For members of the Lions Club, one of the happiest memories of summer 2014 was the “Cunnigar Crossing” which was organised by Dungarvan Hillwalking Club and which was held on 13th July. Believe it or not, this year 234 took part and walked at low tide from the Lookout across the estuary and onto the Cunnigar. It seems that this event is growing from strength to strength and has become the summer equivalent of the Lions Christmas Swim. The walk took about 2 hours to Tig an Ceoil in Baile na nGall, An Rinn where the intrepid adventurers were rewarded for their endeavours. In addition, a total of €921 was raised for Lions Local Charities. The Lions Club would like to thank everyone who took part, to all the volunteers and to the members of the Dungarvan Hillwalking Club who organised the event. A final note: the Lions Club will hold their first meeting of this year on Wednesday night, 3rd September under the stewardship of our new Club President for the year, Shay O’Connor. It looks like a busy year ahead for all.
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THE Waterford City & County Community & Voluntary Awards were launched on Thursday, 14th August. This year’s scheme recognises and celebrates the commitment and vibrancy of the community and voluntary sector in Waterford City & County. Representatives from our corporate sponsors were present at the launch along with, Cathaoirleach Waterford City & County Council Cllr. James Tobin, Don Tuohy, SEO,Waterford City & County Council, Michael J Walsh, Chair of the County Waterford Community Forum, Catherine Power Chair Waterford City Forum,
Executives and registered groups of the Community Forums, Muriel Tobin and John Hawkes, staff of the Community Forums. The Categories for 2014 awards are: Arts, Culture & Heritage – Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline Children & Youth – Sponsored by McDonalds Community Services – Sponsored by Community Dept, Waterford City & County Council Environment – Sponsored by Geaney & O’Neill Healthy & Active Community – Sponsored by Glanbia Social Enterprise –
Sponsored by Southern & Eastern Regional Assembly Social Inclusion – Sponsored by Bus Éireann Overall Award – Sponsored by WLRfm Under each of the seven categories the award will be €500. The overall winner will receive a further €800, a commemorative piece of local Artwork and a live outside Broadcast by WLRfm to take place in 2015. The awards will be presented at the Community and Voluntary Awards on November 27th, in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.The Award scheme is open NOW for nominations and will close on FRIDAY, 26th
September, 2014. We would like to encourage all community and voluntary organisations to enter the scheme and look forward to meeting those groups at the Awards Evening in November. ALL Nominated groups will be invited to attend the ceremony. For a copy of the Nomination Form & Guidelines please contact: Muriel Tobin, Community & Voluntary Awards, 1st Floor, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Tel: 058-21198, email: mtobin@waterfordcouncil.ie closing date for receipt of nominations is 5.00 p.m. on FRIDAY, 26th September.
Lucky escape on beach in Youghal FIVE people had a lucky escape when a car in which they were partying became submerged on a beach in Youghal. Gardaí believe a woman in her 40s and four men in their 20s went to the beach near Youghal during the early hours of last Sunday. The woman parked her car on the sand near the Quality Hotel at Redbarn and, according to Gardaí, reportedly forgot about the tide. The emergency services received a phone call at around 7.00 a.m. saying
that the car was submerged and Youghal Coast Guard unit and the local lifeboat were dispatched to the scene along with Gardaí. The woman was rushed by ambulance to hospital where she was treated for hypothermia. A Garda spokesman said it appeared the occupants of the car realised too late the tide was coming in quickly. They tried to move the vehicle but the wheels were already sinking in the wet sand and they watched helplessly as the water engulfed the car.
The Garda spokesman said it was fortunate the occupants had not all fallen sleep, otherwise there could have been serious consequences. The woman, who is from Youghal, is expected to make a full recovery. None of the young men, who were from Youghal and Cork City, required medical attention. Gardaí reiterated that people should be very careful where they park their car and should not park on beaches during the hours of darkness.
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‘Chronic Shoulder Pain caused by a Dysfunctional Shoulder Blade’ By
Tomás Ryan BSc.AHS,Ph.Th.MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles
Ard Scoil Students enjoy a tour of Dungarvan Castle by Head Guide Mary Murray and Guide Tom Whelan. The girls are from left: Grainne Phelan, Olivia Bennett, Mary Doyle, Chloe Browne, Eimear Dunne and Chloe Jordan with their teacher, Marie Curran.
Heritage week at Dungarvan Castle DUNGARVAN Castle has enjoyed one of the busiest tourist seasons in recent years and was especially so during Heritage Week which concluded last Sunday. Outside of the increased number of daily visitors, the Exhibition of British Army Recruitment of WW I on Saturday last was particularly well attended. All day, the Re-Enactment Group showed the procedure and drill as the young men from the
town and district came to the RIC Barracks to sign the recruitment papers and be whisked away to the war front in Belgium or France and an uncertain future. It was very well presented and drew high praise from all present. Earlier in the week, the first of the school groups made their way to the 13th Century building with a number of Transition Class students from Ard Scoil visiting the
historic Castle which has been magnificently restored by the state in recent years. Head Guide, Mary Murray said that they had an extremely busy season with visitors from all over the world coming to see the Norman Stronghold. “We had people from all over Britain, the countries of Europe, the US and Canada,” she said, “as well as from as far away as New Zealand.
All expressed the appreciation of the visit and the information they received as well as the opportunity to tour a building which had served as a Garda Station until thirty years ago.” Dungarvan Castle and the successive tour guides have attracted very high praise as a tourist destination as well as a place where people can get information about life in Ireland over the centuries.
Shop owner towers over rivals in ale naming contest By Christy Parker A 47 YEAR old mum who runs a shop selling ‘spiritual’ paraphernalia has won a contest to name a new ale being launched in Youghal. Yvonne Lawton says she was inspired by an old map of her town in choosing the winning title of ‘12 Towers’ for the drink that is brewed and bottled by Munster Breweries.The month-long contest attracted over 100 entries from the Youghal and west Waterford region. A mother of two grown children, Yvonne wins a €100 travel voucher from Lee Travel and a free crate of the newly-named product. Yvonne and her husband Anthony recently opened ‘Believe’, a shop that sells candles, Tarot cards, Rune stones and other ‘interpretive’ and ‘other world’ items and facilitates Tarot readings
also. She is also a member of the Cork Paranormal Investigators (CPI) group. With some irony the business, at O’Brien’s Place and close to Youghal Garda station, shares a building with an off licence! Yvonne is also a member of the Youghal4All festival organisers and was one of three fundraisers who recently spent 24 hours in a coffin on the main street to raise money for the group’s annual ‘Halloween Spooktacular.’ A delighted Yvonne insists she did not apply unearthly forces to instigate victory and had no forewarning of success either! Rather, she applied a more mundane to ensure that her entry met the required criteria of having a Youghal connection and to give herself a ghost of chance. “I researched the town’s history,” she reveals, “and discovered that several cen-
turies ago 12 towers formed part of the town walls that encircled the town. I thought ’12 Towers’ had a lovely resonance to it.” Yvonne’s interest in the bewitched and beyond stretches back to her childhood but it was resurrected, so to speak, when she turned 40. “That’s a sort of re-birthing age,” she muses. ENTRIES POURED IN Back at the bottling plant, ’12 Towers’ will shortly join ‘Blackguard’ and ‘Fir Bolg’ as labels carried by the Munster Brewery. Adrian Hyde, who co-owns the venture with his twin brother Pádraig, says the entries varied from marvellous to mundane and from beguiling to bizarre. “There was a strong inclination towards humour, which occasionally could also be classed as obscene!” he smiles. “But many suggestions were
really unique and focused on such facets as Youghal Bridge, the beaches, street names, famous characters, etc. It was quite difficult to choose a winner.” Commenting on the relevance of ‘12 Towers’ Adrian notes that Youghal’s Town
SHOULDER pain in the form of Impingement syndrome is a chronic condition that can affect people of all ages. As mentioned previously Impingement Syndrome is Pain located at the front and outside tip of the shoulder that occurs when the arm is lifted upwards. However it is important to diagnose the malfunction in the shoulder that has brought about this impingement of the supraspinatus tendon underneath the acromion bone in the shoulder complex. In this article I will discuss two dysfunctions of the scapula (shoulder blade), they include; Downward Scapula Rotation Syndrome and Forward Head Posture. DOWNWARD SCAPULA ROTATION SYNDROME This involves the bottom inner corner (inferior medial angle) of the Scapula assuming a closer position to the spine than the top inner border of the scapula known as the superior medial border. This malfunction can be seen when observing the scapula positions of the patient in a standing position. It results in reduced upward rotation of the scapula during shoulder elevation movements. Hence the acromion bone which is the upper tip of the scapula that forms an overlying roof-like structure above the humeral head becomes restricted. This restriction leads to impingement or compression of the soft tissue structures between the acromion bone and the humeral head, namely the supraspinatus tendon and subacromial bursa. Forward Head Posture is where the head and neck are protruding in a forward leaning direction from the body. In addition the shoulders assume a rounded posture. This can be seen in people who are office workers, sales reps etc. Forward Head Posture syndrome results in extra tight chest muscles of the Pectoralis major and pectoralis Minor muscles which incorrectly pull the humeral upper arm bone and acromion bone of the scapula into an abnormal forward position. The subscapularis whose function is to depress the humeral head downwards becomes tight and hence fails to perform the important function of holding the humeral head in a downwards position to counteract the upward pull by other muscles namely the deltoid. This leads to impingement syndrome in the shoulder complex.
Walls “are the longest stretch of town walls in the Republic and date from 1250. He says a map of Youghal as a walled town will form a backdrop on the label when the drink becomes available in a few weeks’ time. TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT If a Downward Scapula Syndrome defect is diagnosed in a Patient with chronic shoulder pain, then the Certified Physical therapist should put in place a programme that strengthens the lower fibers of the Serratus Anterior muscle and the lower trapezius muscle. Likewise the upper trapezius and levator scapula muscles require stretching as they are too tight. In a Patient with Forward head Posture, the short and tight pectoralis chest muscles and the subscapularis should be lengthened throught muscle stretching techniques followed by strengthening of the rhomboid and middle trapezius muscles. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist (MIAPT) with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email your queries to: tomaspryan@gmail.com
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The Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships have added a record attempt to launch the largest number of hot air balloons in a single line at Waterford Airport while the festival takes place in the City from September 21st to 26th 2014. The feat was last performed at Waterford Airport back in 2009 when 24 eye-catching hot air balloons took to the skies above the airport and booked their place in history as the largest ever number of hot air balloons taking off in-line at an airport in Ireland and in the UK. This September, the balloon pilots plan to break the record which still stands. Further information can be found on www.flywaterford.com or www.irishballoonchampionships.com
Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships to feature record in-line launch attempt at Waterford Airport THE Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships have added a record attempt to launch the largest number of hot air balloons in a single line at Waterford Airport while the festival takes place in the City from September 21st to 26th 2014. The feat was last performed at Waterford Airport back in 2009 when 24 eye-catching hot air balloons took to the skies above the airport and booked their place in history as the largest ever number of hot air balloons taking off in-line at an airport in Ireland and in the UK. This September
the balloon pilots plan to break the record which still stands. Commenting on the record attempt, event organiser and balloonist Joe Daly said, “We are very much looking forward to the festival and bringing the colourful spectacle to Waterford. While Waterford city is hosting the 44th Irish National Championships, at Waterford Airport we will attempt to break the standing record of 24 balloons taking off in a single line simultaneously at an Airport. It will be a sight to behold and all of the balloon pilots travelling to
take part in the championships will relish this opportunity to be involved in the record attempt.” Desmond O’Flynn, CEO at Waterford Airport said they are looking forward to playing their part. “Hot air balloons have to submit to the same aviation regulations as aircraft for landing and take-off at Waterford Airport as well as the use of the adjacent air space. We are delighted to be involved and provide Air Traffic Control assistance to the balloon crews at the festival and for the record attempt.Those wishing to view the record attempt at the
Great education and training opportunities for job-seekers available locally . . . THE County Waterford Local Employment Service (LES) would like to inform jobseekers of the following SOLAS (Further Education Training Authority) Training Programmes that are currently recruiting participants for a number of worthwhile courses in Dungarvan: Information Technology Applications (commencing September 15th); SAGE Accounts and Payroll (commencing September 15th); Employment Skills (for People with Disabilities, commencing on 29th September); Basic Computers (commencing October 6th); Preparation for European Computer Driving Licence, ECDL (commencing October 7th); Occupational First Aid (commencing October 14th); CV and Interview Preparation (commencing October 14th). There are also exciting new programmes, including work placement, being offered
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Airport can do so from the perimeter fence beside the Airport terminal. We will also post images and a video on our social media channels.” The Irish National Hot Air Ballooning Championships are the longest running such event in the world and balloons from throughout Ireland, the UK, France, Holland, Italy and USA will travel to take part in the visually spectacular aviation event. The first event was held in 1971 in County Longford and was attended by a handful of balloons. The event now attracts
over 40 balloons annually and is the biggest of its kind in Ireland, with the ancient aircraft taking to flight entirely depending on the wind for direction. Each morning and evening of the festival, a launch of the balloons will take place from a different location subject to flyable conditions. Locations include The People’s Park, Piltown, Lismore Castle, Carriganore, Carroll’s Cross and Waterford Airport. In addition to the launches, the balloonists plan to provide a spectacular Night Glow where they inflate at night
to the sound of music on the City’s Quayside, a sight to behold for all spectators. During the festival the Balloon crews will travel to local schools to demonstrate the balloons and talk to schoolchildren about the science of ballooning. The Irish National Hot Air Ballooning Championships commence in Waterford on Sunday, 21st September and continue until Friday, 26th September. Further information can be found on www.flywaterford.com or www.irishballoonchampionships.com
Irish charities team up for a celebrity tea party with a twist AGE Action and the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind are teaming up with a group of celebrities this October to organise hundreds of fundraising tea parties across Ireland. The Guess Who’s Coming to Tea event is a fundraiser with a twist, in that anyone who organises and registers a tea party will be in with a chance of having one of the celebrities of their choice drop in on the day for a cuppa. The celebrities support-
ing the fundraiser are broadcasters Jimmy Magee and Martin King, hurling star Donal Og Cusack, sports legend Ronnie Delaney and celebrity solicitor Gerald Kean. There is also a surprise celebrity who will not be named before the event takes place. “We are really excited that two national charities are linking for the Guess Who’s Coming to Tea event,” Age Action chief executive Robin Webster
said. “Our target is to organise 500 tea parties in homes, schools and workplaces across Ireland to help raise €100,000 to fund the vital working done by the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind and Age Action.” The tea parties will be held as part of Age Action’s Positive Ageing Week, which runs from October 1st (UN International Day of the Older Person) to October 9th (World Sight Day). It is hoped that the Guess
Who’s Coming To Tea event will raise public awareness of blindness and vision impairment as a major national public health issue. The event is proudly sponsored by Bluebird Care. Supporters can register their tea party, vote for their celebrity guest and get their party packs to help them celebrate the day by visiting www.guesswhoscomingtotea.ie or phoning 01-4756989. We do hope you can help.
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Pictured above at the launch of the new RNLI Rescue Boat at Helvick last Saturday were: Commodore Hugh Tully, Flag Officer Commanding Irish Naval Service; Lt. Col. Des Hearns (Retd.), Irish Defence Forces, and Col. Gerard O’Sullivan, Irish Air Corps. [Tom Keith]
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Pictured above at the launch of the new RNLI Rescue Boat at Helvick last Saturday were from left: Natanya Geoghegan, Lt. Commander Eddie Mulligan, NSR; Commodore Hugh Tully, Flag Officer Commanding Irish Naval Service, and Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Cathaoirleach, Municipal District of Dungarvan-Lismore. [Tom Keith]
Donal Clancy performs 'Home from the Sea' at the Service of Dedication for the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, ahead of its launch last Saturday at Helvick. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
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Members of the Helvick Head RNLI pictured with Judy Fleming, Donor Representative, and Ronan Boyle, RNLI Divisional Operations Manager, after the Naming Ceremony and Service of Dedication of the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Naming Ceremony and Service of Dedication for the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, at Helvick Head – (L. to r.): Lt. Cdr. Eddie Tully, Waterford Unit Naval Reserve; Cllr. James Tobin, Chairman Waterford City & County Council; Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Cathaoirleach Dungarvan – Lismore Municipal Area; Commodore Hugh Tully and John Condon, Helmsman, Helvick RNLI. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
John and Jacinta Condon, daughter Aoife, grand-daughter Seodhna, and Helen Sadeki pictured at the Naming Ceremony and Service of Dedication for the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, at Helvick. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Ian Walsh, Lifeboat Operations Manager, accepts the new Lifeboat on behalf of the Helvick Head Lifeboat Station at the Naming Ceremony and Service of Dedication for the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, at Helvick on Saturday.
Ann McCarthy and Judy Fleming, who handed over the boat, pictured with the bottle of champagne which was used to launch the new RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, at Helvick on Saturday.
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Helvick celebrates arrival of new upgraded lifeboat FROM FRONT PAGE Helvick Chaplin Fr. Conor Kelly and Dean Paul Draper led the Service of Dedication; Cór Fear na nDéise the local men’s choir sang A Mhuire Mháthair and Amhrán na bhFiann; Pax, Cárthach and Macdara Ó Faoláin played traditional music. Mrs. Judi Fleming, Robert Armstrong’s cousin, who had the honour of naming the lifeboat, said “I am very proud of Bob and what we are doing here in Helvick on this beautiful part of the Co. Waterford coastline. The sea was very important to him and he spent many happy hours sailing and fishing. I can’t think
of a more fitting tribute to my cousin than a lifeboat being named in his honour. May her lifeboat crew always come home safe!” and she christened the boat with the traditional bottle of champagne poured over the side after which Bob Armstrong’s grandnephew Ben Watkins presented a wreath for the crew to lay at sea. As the new lifeboat was launched Dónal Clancy sang Home from the Sea, the RNLI anthem.The song had been sung by his father, the late Liam Clancy, when Robert Armstrong attended the naming ceremony of the Alice and Charles lifeboat
back in 2000. This long awaited day was one of great celebrations amidst the wild red and yellow montbretia, ferns and sunflowers artistically arranged around the station by the fundraising committee and flags and bunting erected by the crew which fluttered festively in the wind blowing across Dungarvan Bay to Helvick. The delicious finger foods served in the marquee by An Linn Bhuidhe and Connie Kiersey from the Fundraising Committee were a real treat as were the exquisite naming ceremony cakes donated by the Tobin family and Staffords
Bakery. Kerrie Bedell worked wonders with RNLI yellow wellies and flowers donated by Brigid Ballot Flowers. The ice house and public toilets enjoyed their new coats of paint.The rain held off, the sun appeared and everyone was as pleased as Punch. At 7.00 p.m. approximately Judi Fleming and the extended family witnessed the first call- out of the Robert Armstrong and saw the crew spring into action in response to their pagers. In no time they and the Search & Rescue Helicopter were all heading up the bay to Dungarvan. But the shout was
stood down as the casualty was recovered before the lifeboat was needed and the celebrations continued in Tigh Mhuirithe, Murray’s Pub in Helvick with entertainment by the Ó Faolain Brothers and by Otherside. The new lifeboat is an Atlantic 85, an upgrade on the station’s previous lifeboat, an Atlantic 75. Measuring 8.5 metres in length the lifeboat is operational up to force seven and allows room for four lifeboat crew. Capable of a top speed of 35 knots the lifeboat has radar which allows the crew to operate more effectively in poor visibility and to locate vessels faster. It also has a
manually operated self-righting system and two engines. The lifeboat comes at a cost of €255,000. We are grateful to all who contributed to the success of this day, to Tigh Mhuirithe for extra parking facilities and to Sólás na Mara, Dwane Tool Hire, Waterford City & Co Council, Coláiste na Rinne, Comhlucht Forbartha na nDeise and the local media. The RNLI consists of dedicated volunteers who constantly risk their lives 24-7365 to answer the call in all kinds of weather to save lives at sea. JOAN CLANCY
Miriam Foley MacLeod with her sisters Rose Ann and Catherine Foley and her husband George MacLeod at the Naming Ceremony & Service of Dedication of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert Armstrong. Miriam and Rose Ann both serve on the Helvick Fundraising Committee and Miriam’s son Joseph is a crew member. [Mary Tobin]
Alan Kelly at the helm of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert Armstrong with Helvick crew Dónal Ó Faoláin, Terence Morrissey and Mike Tobin. [Patrick Browne]
Johanna and Paud Ó Cuirrin at the Naming Ceremony & Service of Dedication of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert Armstrong. [Mary Tobin]
Eoin McGarry and Helvick crew Declan Walsh at the Naming Ceremony & Service of Dedication of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert Armstrong. [Mary Tobin]
Members of Cór Fear na nDéise who sang at the Naming Ceremony & Service of Dedication of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert [Mary Tobin] Armstrong.
Michael Walsh, CEO Waterford City & Co Council, Eileen Moloney, Tom Hendron and Eamonn Mansfield, Hon. Helvick Lifeboat Treasurer, at the Naming Ceremony & Service of Dedication of the new Helvick lifeboat the Robert Armstrong. [Mary Tobin]
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Road fatalities among children double in 2014 RSA and Electric Ireland encourage parents and teachers to put road safety on the ‘Back to School’ checklist . . . THE Road Safety Authority (RSA) and Electric Ireland urge parents, guardians and teachers to make road safety a priority as 13 children under the age of 14 have died in the first eight months of the year on Irish roads. In 2013, six children lost their lives, meaning the number of child casualties so far this year has already exceeded the total number of child deaths in 2013. Six of the children who died on our roads this year were pedestrians, six were car passengers and one was a quad bike user. Although new research from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has revealed there was an 89% overall reduction in the number of children (0-14 years old) killed on Irish roads in the period 1997 to 2012, there is a danger that this positive trend could be undermined with current statistics that show a rise in child fatalities this year. This report was published recently as the RSA and Electric Ireland teamed up for the fifth year running to distribute 85,500 high visibility vests to every child starting school this year. The vests will be included in the RSA’s ‘Back to School’ road safety packs which will be sent to primary schools nationwide over the coming months. The report also showed that: • 262 children were killed and 1,115 were seriously injured on Irish roads between 1997 and 2012; • Of the child passenger fatalities in this period, 1 in 3 was not wearing a seatbelt or a child restraint. • Child fatalities decreased by 89% in the period 1997 to 2012 with a 42% reduction in serious injuries, a 72.7% reduction in pedestrian fatalities, a 100% reduction in cyclist fatalities and an 100%
reduction in child passenger fatalities; • 44% of children who were killed in the period from 1997 to 2012 were pedestrians; • 42% of children who were killed or seriously injured between 1997 and 2012 were passengers in a car; • 59% of children killed in this period were male; • Peak time for children to be killed on the road is between 4.00 p.m. and 5.59 p.m., and during the Summer months. Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Paschal Donohoe encouraged parents and teachers to renew their commitment to educating our youngest road-users about road safety, saying: “The increase in child casualties on our roads this year is incredibly worrying, after many years of seeing year-on-year decreases. Attitudes to road safety are formed at a young age and we would urge parents and teachers to continue to prioritise teaching our youngest and most vulnerable road-users how to stay safe on the roads. As parents and educators, we have a responsibility to teach our children how to be safe when walking, cycling, getting the bus or being driven to school. We would urge parents and guardians to consider bicycle helmets, bike lights and hi-vis vests or jackets when preparing their ‘back to school’ shopping lists to ensure their children are safe on the roads when travelling to and from school.” Ms. Moyagh Murdock, Chief Executive of the Road Safety Authority commented: “We are delighted to work with Electric Ireland to ensure every child who is starting school this year has a high visibility vest to keep them safe and seen
on their way to and from school. Every year, we remind parents and guardians to make sure that road safety is a top priority on their child’s back to school checklist. This year, with the rise in deaths of children on our roads, we would ask parents and guardians to more than ever keep road safety top of mind. Children are the most vulnerable of our road-users so it is really important that they are ‘streetwise’ about road safety.” Speaking at the Launch of the ‘Back to School’ Campaign, Paul Stapleton, General Manager, Electric Ireland said: “This is a very important initiative for Electric Ireland and we are delighted to partner with the RSA for the fifth year running to promote road safety among our youngest road users and their families. Since the beginning of this campaign, the RSA and Electric Ireland have distributed over 300,000 high visibility vests to children starting school. This helps to ensure children can be seen by other road-users when walking or cycling to school, making sure our youngest and most vulnerable road users are clearly visible on the roads. It also reflects Electric Ireland’s ongoing commitment to promoting safe road use at all times.” For further road safety information for parents, teachers and students, visit www.rsa.ie ‘BACK TO SCHOOL’ ADVICE The RSA also has the following ‘Back to School’ advice for parents, guardians and children: Travelling by Car All children should be restrained when travelling in a car; Select a restraint that is based on your child’s weight and height and is suitable for the type of car; Remember its safer if children travel in the rear of a car; Never leave children alone in a car. Walking to School Small children should not cross roads alone. They cannot decide how far away a car is or how fast it is going; Walk the route to school with them in advance; Children walking on country roads should wear reflective armbands and bright clothing; If there is no footpath, walk on the right-hand side of the road facing oncoming traffic keeping as close as possible to the side of the road; Show your child how to cross the road by example. Choose safe places to cross and take time to explain why i.e. footbridges, zebra or pelican crossings, lollipop lady/man or junior school warden patrol. Travelling by Bus Teach children to take special care getting on or off a bus or mini-bus; While waiting for a bus, children should stand well in off the road; Before crossing the road they should wait until the bus has moved off and they can see clearly in both directions; If seatbelts are fitted, they must be worn. Cycle Safety Make sure they are highly visible by wearing a reflective belt and bright clothes and wear a bicycle safety helmet on all journeys; Check that the bicycle’s brakes, lights, reflector and bell are in good working order.
Personal message from Sharon Ni Bheolain: Chip it, Check it - “Alert to all dog lovers like myself: did you know that there are over 100,000 dogs out there with an incorrectly registered microchip? Were you to lose your pet it would be impossible to reunite you. September is National Chipping Month: avail of tens of thousands of free and reduced price microchip offers. If your pet is already chipped; check your details are up to date free of charge. Remember your pet would be lost without it. Log on to www.ncm.ie, or follow on Facebook and Twitter.” [Mark Reddy]
2014 National Microchipping Month ‘Chip It, Check it’ DID you know September is ‘National Chipping Month’? Dog owners can avail of free or reducedprice microchipping as part of a nationwide campaign and those with pets already chipped can check that all contact details are up to date and correctly registered free of charge. Thousands of lost and stray dogs are destroyed in Irish pounds every year. A simple microchip, no bigger than a grain of rice, can effect a successful reunification without delay and implantation is painless. One in three dogs in Ireland is currently ‘chipped’ but microchipping will be compulsory
under the new Animal Health and Welfare Act by 2016. National Chipping Month is being promoted by veterinary practices, animal welfare organisations, re-homing centres, local authority pounds, pet retail outlets and charities around the country with tens of thousands of offers of free or subsidized microchipping. Those with chipped pets are also urged to take the time to check their contact details such as thier mobile numbers are correct on the microchipping database. National ‘chipping month (www.ncm.ie) is a collaboration between
www.fido.ie, (the most referred to microchip database in Ireland), Dogs Trust (the largest canine charity in Ireland), Veterinary Ireland (the representative body for the veterinary profession in Ireland), Royal Canin pet food manufacturers, C&M Vetlink Veterinary Wholesalers, Allianz Pet Insurance, the Maxi Zoo pet retail group and the Done Deal Foundation. Find out more about National Microchipping Month online at www.ncm.ie ; and find us on Facebook at National Chipping Month and on Twitter @chipitcheckit.
Information and Advice Road Show WATERFORD CIS, September Information and Advice Road show at Waterford County and City Libraries. The advice clinics will run throughout the month of September, 2014, providing Free Confidential Information on many issues including, Social Welfare, Medical cards, employment law etc., no appointments necessary. This week we will be at: Portlaw Library on Thursday 4th from 11.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.
Tallow Library on Friday 5th from 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. Waterford CIS, 37 Lower Yellow Road, 0761 07 6580; Dungarvan CIS, Scanlon’s Yard, 0761 07 6550; National number 0761 07 4000; www.citizensinformation.
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Recruitment call - do you want to be a Viking?
Vikings of all ages sought for battles, plunder and village life! History brought to life through re-enactment group
WATERFORD Living History Society are looking for people of all ages to join in their recreation of historical events which took place in the Déise. The group, which has members from across Waterford County and City, are recruiting anyone of any age, to help stage famous historic events in Waterford. WLHS are a group of re-enactors with a special interest in the early history of Waterford.
They have held many re-enactment days throughout Waterford, with plenty of colour, pageant, costumes and real weapons, in an effort to bring to life the history of our area. As well as all the fun and enjoyment in dressing up in period costumes with the use of real weapons such as swords and shields, there are re-enactments of medieval village life with demonstrations of various crafts and skill-sets which were used by our ancestors, and the
recreation of events which shaped our county. The Society brings alive history, giving the public an insight into how life was lived back then. Archery and weapons training skills are ongoing lessons at WLHS. The Society also run information/lecture evenings. More recently, Waterford Living History Society, helped by many friends and supporters, staged the fall of
Waterford Living History Society giving the public an insight into how life was lived back then outside Dungarvan Castle.
Waterford and the Marriage of Strongbow and Aoife on the very day, St. Bartholomew’s Day, 24th August last, and the very spot, on the steps of Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford, where it originally happened in 1170. WLHS have performed their ‘living history’ re-enactment days at various locations including Dungarvan Castle, Lismore Castle, Waterford Castle, St. Declan’s Way, Bonmahon Geo Park, Christ Church Cathedral, and many
more. WLHS regularly meet in Dungarvan and Waterford Castles For more details on Waterford Living History Society, check out their social networking webpage on Facebook www.facebook.com/thewaterfordvikings. For those interested in joining the WLHS, contact Darren Golding on 085 7219055, or Peter O’Connor on 086 6017176.
Waterford Living History Society giving the public an insight into how life was lived back then outside Dungarvan Castle.
The full cast of the Waterford Living History Society who re-enacted the fall of Waterford and the marriage of Strongbow and Aoife the St. Bartholomew’s day, 24th August on the steps of Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford.
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Waterford Chamber to host First Business EXPO LOCAL businesses will benefit from networking opportunities and expert advice when Waterford Chamber will host its first Waterford Business EXPO at the Tower Hotel on Tuesday, 9th September, 2014, from 5–8 p.m. The event will include exhibit stands from over 50 local businesses across a wide variety of business sectors in Waterford, including Insurance, Financial, Training, Leisure, Transport, Travel, Health and Beauty, Marketing and PR, Hotels, Fashion, IT, Food and Drink, Photography, Website Design and Hosting, Motors, Household and Interior Design. Visitors and exhibitors will benefit from special offers and promotions which will be available throughout the exhibition. It is important to remember, this event is open to the public. According to Nick Donnelly, CEO of Waterford Chamber, the Waterford Business Expo is an ideal showcase for the brilliant businesses operating here in Waterford. “The Waterford Business EXPO is the ideal platform to showcase what it is you do best, it is an event with a business to business platform but is also geared to attracting the public on the day. This event will help businesses concentrate on building beneficial relationships, meet new business prospects, generate leads, network and learn about new products and services.” Entry to the Waterford Business EXPO is free of charge and The Chamber’s open invitation is extended to everyone, businesses and public alike. This event is kindly sponsored by BCMI Insurance and Investments. For further details on this event see www.waterfordchamber.ie
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Hospital responds to Conway’s complaints on children’s food HOSPITAL food doesn’t have a great reputation – but University Hospital Waterford is introducing a number of improvements to menus after Ciara Conway brought forward complaints about food that was being served to sick children. “I was contacted by a lady who was very worried by the food being served to her 5 year old niece who was recovering from pneumonia,” explained Labour’s Ciara Conway. “This lady described how the little girl was served chips for her evening meal, and, as she described it, “something round and orange which, on closer inspection was a flat, fishcake with nothing recognisable as fish inside, a slice of cheap white bread and butter…There were no vegetables or fruit, or anything of any nutritional value on her plate.” “As we know, good nutrition is key to health, and especially so in the case of people who are recovering from serious illness.” “I raised these concerns with the Minister for Health and received a response from the Hospital Manager Richard Dooley.” “He informs me that in response there was a review of the Paediatric Services meals taking note of this feedback. This review involved the Catering Manager, Paediatric Nurse Managers and the Dietician. A menu card system has been agreed and will be introduced for the Paediatric Ward so that the older children and parents can be aware of what choices are on offer on a daily basis. I’m told that the menu includes fresh fruit, salads, yogurts and other healthy food options. I’ve also been informed that the nursing staff on the ward and Catering staff will focus on better communication with parents and/or children to ensure they are made aware of the food choices available. “This is good news, and hopefully it will mean that parents and children will see improvements in what food choices are available. However, I note that a Parliamentary Question I had raised with the Minister regarding whether chips are an acceptable offering on a hospital menu remains unanswered by the HSE and I’ve written to the Minister once again seeking an answer to this. We need a national policy that can be applied in all hospitals in relation to good nutritious food and that’s something I’ll be pressing with the Minister and the HSE.”
Maxol Regional Manager Eddie Devine and winner James Manning from Waterford. Maxol Templeogue is one of six new state of art Maxol service stationopened in the last twelve months by Maxol.
Maxol Competition Winner Scoops €2,500 Fuel Card! As part of Maxol's sponsorship of The Westport Festival of Music and Food . . . MAXOL, Ireland’s leading forecourt convenience retailer, is delighted to announce James Manning from Waterford as the winner of a €2,500 fuel card. The prize was part of Maxol’s sponsorship of The Westport Festival of Music and Food. James won the prize by taking part in Tony Fenton’s 100 to 1 show on Today FM. As well as free fuel to the value of €2,500 the prize bundle also included, 2 VIP tickets to The Westport Festival of Music and Food,
3 nights accommodation in Westport, 2 return flights to Canada, 2 tickets to see Bryan Adams in concert and 3 nights accomodation in Canada!. Speaking about his win Mr. Manning said, “I am delighted with this great prize. Now that the Westport festival is over I can look forward to seeing Bryan Adams in Canada! I am a regular customer of Maxol Kingsmeadow in Waterford because of the high level of service, excellent shop and
parking space. I look forward to stopping there for fuel in the future using my new fuel card”. This is Maxol’s 2nd year as sponsor to The Westport festival. Speaking about the positive impact of the partnership, Maxol’s Group Brand Development Manager Fergal Harrington commented, “We were very happy about our association with Westport Festival. It’s very much a family friendly event offering great entertainment for all ages and we have received generous
amounts of positive feedback from delighted Maxol customers who were lucky enough to win tickets in our competitions. Through our sponsorships, our local service station business owners are invested in helping to make local events a success and when they are, everybody in the community benefits.” The Westport Festival of Music and Food took place on Saturday 28th and Sunday, 29th June this year. It is a boutique family friendly festival, which includes, music, food and comedy set on the grounds of Westport House.
Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber launches Business Awards 2014 in association with FBD WHEN someone does something exceptionally well they deserve to be recognised. Be it excellent customer service, innovative business thinking or dedicated work in our community, committed people and businesses who take pride in their work make our community a better place to live and work. In recognition of this, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber and FBD are excited to announce the launch of the 2014 Business Awards. We hope that you will consider nominating your business, as even being shortlisted for an award brings positive publicity and will raise your business’ profile. This year we hope to build on the progress of 2013, with the introduction of new categories and a simplified nominations process that we hope will encourage everyone to get involved. We want businesses who feel that they excel in any category to nominate themselves, but we also hope to see customers highlighting good service and innovative products by nominat-
ing businesses they have had good experiences with. We encourage everyone to support the individuals doing exceptional work in business and in our community by nominating them. We have a wide range of categories and there really is something for everyone. This year’s categories are: BUSINESS AWARDS 1. Green / Smart Travel/ Conservation – sponsored by Go Dungarvan, with the Dep. of the Environment Community & Local Government, through Environment Dep. Waterford City & County Council 2. Business Partnering - sponsored by Ulster Bank 3. Emerging New Business – sponsored by TQS 4. Communications/ Marketing / Social Media – sponsored by Dungarvan Enterprise Centre 5. Customer Service Excellence – sponsored by the Cliff House Hotel 6. Production / Innovation Excellence – sponsored by GSK
7. Food/ Agri Business – sponsored by McDonalds 8. Health & Well Being – sponsored by Bank of Kilmacthomas INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 1. Contribution to the community / person of the year – sponsored by Terra Nua 2. Employee of the year – sponsored by The Workcoach 3. Employer of the year – sponsored by Dungarvan Leader 4. Women in Business - sponsored by Mary & Mollie - Main Street Traders 5. Men in Business – sponsored by SGC Cinema 6. Entrepreneur of the year - sponsored by WLR FM GRAND PRIZES • Dungarvan & West Waterford Business of the Year Award • Dungarvan & West Waterford Ambassador of the Year The winners in each category will receive a framed certificate and a com-
memorative piece. All category winners are then put forward to the two Grand Prize Categories sponsored by FBD worth €1000. The awards are open to all to enter and you can make multiple nominations using our simple online nomination form. The closing date for entries is 5 p.m. on Friday, 26th September, with the final winners announced at our Awards Night in Lismore Castle on the 7th of November.The judging criteria for all categories and terms and conditions of entry are all available on our website w w w. d u n g a r v a n c h a m b e r . i e / Nomination forms are also available from the Chamber Office above High Street Medical Centre or by contacting us on 058 45054. So get involved and help us make sure that those who do great work get the recognition they deserve! Regards, The Chamber Team The Dungarvan & West Waterford
Chamber, the prime representative forum of businesses in the locality, aims to further stimulate investment, sustained economic growth and enhanced quality of life for all and is delighted to partner FBD and other sponsors for this venture. Our continued involvement in the Awards underlines our enthusiasm and commitment to further develop business potential locally and the importance of Ambassadors who promote Dungarvan and West Waterford as a vibrant destination in which to Work, Rest, Play and Visit. With 30 years’ experience in insurance, FBD is the 2nd largest Insurance company in Ireland. Commenting on their sponsorship of the awards, Michael Colivet, Area Manager with FBD said “FBD are committed to excellence in business and we are delighted to continue to work with the Chamber for this initiative, particularly as we see its dramatic growth.”
Cliff’s cries earn him media prize at World Championships By Christy Parker CLIFF Winser from Tinabinna has done himself and the region proud by taking second place in the ‘Media Prize’ category at the Town Crier World Championships in Chester, UK. The honour was earned in lieu of media exposure raised in tandem with his participation, for which Cliff had to provide documented proof and in which reference had to be made both to Youghal and Chester. “I had coverage in about 15 printed articles, including the Dungarvan Observer and eight radio interviews,” he says. “But I was told that I was beaten by a distance of one TV interview!” The 70 year-old is left wondering whether a recorded interview not broadcast by Sky TV’s new channel Showcase, would have earned him the top spot. “Who knows?,” he shrugs. The Media Prize winner section was one Paddy-Ann Pemberton, a female crier from Central Otago in New Zealand. The championships drew 25 contestants from countries that included England, Wales, Ireland, America, Canada, New Zealand, Germany, the Netherlands
and South Africa. They competed over four days across the categories of Best Ambassador, Media Prize, Best Dressed Crier, Best Dressed Escort, Best Dressed Couple and of course Overall World Champion, which was successfully defended by Canadian Chris Whyman of Ontario. It also drew thousands of locals and tourists onto the streets to watch the shenanigans unfold, including Irish visitors and “quite a few Youghal people, some of whom are living in the area,” Cliff recalls. Amongst them were the Hogan family, who are west Waterford neighbours. “And because I was the only Irish representative, I was sought out. We had some great banter,” he adds. HARD WORK Relations between the contestants were jovial too –mostly! “It taken quite seriously so friendships went on hold during competition times,” Cliff elaborates. “We worked hard too, performing in competition from 4.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. the first day, which was on a Monday, and then for four hours daily on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and noon to 6 pm on Saturday. At other times we divided into small groups
and went to shopping malls to greet the public and do publicity shots. We also visited a hospital on its 100th anniversary, which was very enjoyable. The results were announced at a banquet on the Saturday night.” The internet and social media provides a high profile platform for contestants’ own towns. Proof of this potency was seen when an Australian crier posted Cliff ’s runner-up success on Facebook and “within 20 minutes had 15 people from around the world inquiring about Youghal!” recalls Cliiff. He also received “over 60 inquiries” on his own Facebook account.” LONG SHOUT As one of 13 prize winners, Cliff is automatically invited to defend his title in 2015 but faces a challenge in doing so as the competi-
Cliff Winser’'s 2nd place media award.
Richard Doherty, A.P. [Pat Crowley]
that year, I was appointed P.P. of Kilgobinet, Colligan and Kilbrien and moved on to Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane in 1991 where I have given 23 years as Parish Priest and assistant Pastor. Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane is not an ancient parish. In fact, as parishes go this is quite young. It is not yet 200 years old, this will be D.V. in 2034. The Parish was established in 1834 being made up of the ancient Parish of Clonea, part of Dungarvan
Parish i.e. the east back of the River Colligan and in 1862 Garranbane Church and the area it served was added to make the Parish as it is today. It has been my privilege to live and work here for the past 23 years and a nicer, co-operative and more generous people you could not find. Thanks my dear people of Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane. I may say I loved every Parish I ever worked in. I was also in Kilgobinet, Colligan and Kilbrien. I had very happy years there and I wish to salute its parishioners and say thanks for what we achieved in doing for the area and its churches Today, Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane is a big parish having grown very much over the past 30 years. In the first 65 years of its existence from 1834 1899 it had twelve Parish Priests but in the last 100 years 1900 - 2000 only six. St. Augustine, St. Lawrence and St. Vincent de Paul are the patrons. As followers of Christ we are very con-
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Cliff with award. tion is set for New Zealand! Frustratingly, he says he now knows “exactly what is needed to do better.” What is mostly needed is funding. Interestingly, he was the only contestant not in receipt of government assistance. Amusingly, he has already been offered help in the matter. “A Frenchspeaking North American Indian crier,” who apparently has the ear of the Irish ambassador to Canada vowed “to advise the ambassador that I should be sponsored for future contests as I was now also an ambassador for Ireland!”, Cliff laughs. Oyez, oyez, oyez, it should be shouted from the rooftops –in both hemispheres.
A Diamond Jubilarian remembers THIS year, Very Rev. Richard F. Doherty of the Parish of Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane celebrates the fact that he is sixty years a priest. He is now a diamond Jubilarian. He was born on the 13th September, 1929, the oldest son of Richard and Lena Doherty of Gormanstown, Ardfinnan, Co. Tipperary. I was ordained by Most Rev. Dr. Cohalan on the 17th June, 1954.There were 21 men ordained that day in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity and to the best of my knowledge only three of us are still alive. After ordination, I worked as a priest in the North East of England in St. Mary’s Parish, Sunderland. In 1957, I came back to the diocese of Waterford and Lismore, for which I had been ordained and have worked here since for many years: in Waterford City, in the parishes of St. Patrick, Ballybricken and in St. John’s/Sacred Heart. In 1974, I was appointed to St. Mary’s, Clonmel and worked there until 1985. In
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scious of what Augustine has said to us ‘You have made us for yourself O’Lord and our hearts are restless until they rest in you’. As a priest and as a Diamond Jubilarian may I conclude by saying I thank the Lord for the love and joy of the family I was born into: the support and care of the friends he sent to cross my path and the wonderful people who gave me the privilege of serving. All I ask is that he continues to bless me with the wonder energy of priesthood. A Mass which will be concelebrated to celebrate the occasion will take place in Abbeyside Church on Friday, September 12th at 7.30 p.m. At that Mass, Monsignor Michael Olden will speak on the priesthood. All are welcome, and there will be refreshments in the new hall of Scoil Mhuire National School, Abbeyside. Richard Doherty, A.P. 28/8/2014
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SEAN KELLY TOUR OF WATERFORD
John and Mary Lawless from Ballyvoile pictured at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford [David Clynch Photography]
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Thomas Rogers and his son Thomas from Stradbally pictured at Cappoquin Community Centre Food Stop during the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. [David Clynch Photography] Niamh Enright and Cliodhna McGrath from Clonea pictured at the Cappoquin Food Stop during the 50km Kelly Cruise [David Clynch Photography]
Eamonn Moloney and Barry Morrissey, both from Abbeyside pictured at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford.
Theresa Dwyer and Caoimhe Horgan, both from Abbeyside, pictured at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford.
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Linda O'Donnell and James Duncan, both from Ballynoe Cycling Club pictured at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. [David Clynch Photography]
Maura Browne and Jeanette O'Neill, both from Tramore, pictured at the food stop in the Cappoquin Community Centre during the 50km Kelly Cruise. [David Clynch Photography]
Mary Flahavan and John Noonan, both from sponsor Flahavan's, pictured at the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. [David Clynch Photography]
Teresa Ahearne from Ballinameela and Ann Power from Dublin pictured at the Cappoquin Food Stop during the 50km Kelly Cruise. [David Clynch Photography]
Lynn and Eoin O'Riordan from Old Parish pictured at the food stop in Cappoquin Community Centre during the 50km Kelly Cruise. [David Clynch Photography]
Anthony Dwyer who participated in the 160K Sean Kelly Comeragh Challenge.
Sean Byrne from Abbeyside pictured after completing the 50km Kelly Cruise during the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford.
Sharon Higgins who took part in the 160K Sean Kelly Comeragh Challenge.
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Marita Moore from Aglish, Mary Ronayne from Villierstown and Therese Moore from Aglish pictured after completing the 50km Kelly Cruise. [David Clynch Photography]
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SEAN KELLY TOUR OF WATERFORD
Thousands attend 2014 Sean Kelly Cycle THE Sean Kelly Cycle Tour of 2014 was a roaring success for Dungarvan and West Waterford, as over 7,000 cycling enthusiasts and families descended upon the area. The event, which was held over two days, on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th August, officially sold out for entrants of the three main cycle routes on the Sunday, the 160k, 100k and 50k. While it remained dry on the Saturday, when thousands of families took part in events, the weather did attempt to play spoilsport on Sunday when the heaven’s opened, but the rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the thousands of cyclists, as they bravely battled the downpours and elements
to complete the main challenge of the Sean Kelly Tour. Gardaí expressed their thanks to motorists for exercising caution during the busy weekend. “We would like to thank the motorists for exercising caution and allowing the safe passage of cyclists on the Saturday and Sunday,” said Sgt. Mark Allen, Sergeant in Charge at Dungarvan Garda Station. “It was a very busy weekend and Gardaí were on duty at the major points. Safety was the number one priority during the cycle weekend.” Routes were made as safe as possible for cyclists, which included some road closures in the town, including Youghal Road and Mitchel
Participants in the Sean Kelly 12K Spin recently.
Street. There were also three Garda motorcyclists who provided an escort for cyclists at the head of each of the three cycle routes (160k, 100k and 50k) during the Sean Kelly Cycle Challenge. Hundreds of volunteers also helped to make the event a huge success over the weekend, with duties including stewarding, administration and registration, catering, signage, support vehicles, technical support, first aid, entertainment, traffic management and parking. Check out the website www.theseankellytour.com for more information on cycling, top tips and suggested training programmes.
[Photographs David Coleman]
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The ‘Old West’ comes to Ardmore! Waterford Healing Arts Trust THE Waterford Healing Arts Trust, Ireland’s leading arts and health programme, is inviting people to send them those pieces of poetry and prose that bring solace and joy in preparation for a public reading as part of the second Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing in Waterford. Cassandra Clare once said “it was books that made me feel that perhaps I was not completely alone” and it is in the spirit of this link between reading and wellbeing that the Waterford Healing Arts Trust is organising this very special event which they are calling ‘We haven’t had an earthquake lately…’ . If you reach for a favourite poem or prose when you need cheering up, please e-mail it to WHAT@hse.ie by Wednesday, 24th September with ‘earthquake’ in the subject line. State who the author is and why you chose it. Prose pieces should be no longer than 200 words. A selection of submissions will be read at a public event in The Book Centre Waterford on World Mental Health Day, Friday, 10th October at 6.30 p.m. This is the second time that Waterford Healing Arts Trust is hosting this unique literary event which forms part of the programme of the Well Festival of Arts and Wellbeing. The Well Festival, a joint initiative between Garter Lane and Waterford Healing Arts Trust, celebrates the benefits of participation in the arts for both individuals and the community. It is funded by the Arts Council and will run from 6th – 10th October. For more information contact: 0518 4 2 6 6 4 ; W H AT @ h s e. i e ; www.waterfordhealingarts.com
Special film day presented by renowned film historian and film maker Kevin Brownlow FILM Day ‘The Old West’ explores the making of the western and will help prove that the motion picture not only reconstructed western history, but became an extension of that history. Film Day is a one day event to be held at the Molly Keane Writer’s Retreat, Ardmore, on Saturday, 13th September. The event is supported by the Arts Office, Waterford City and County Council and presented by renowned film historian and film maker, Kevin Brownlow. It was at the turn of the 20th Century when big ranches were breaking up and cowboys were thrown out of work, forcing them to look to the entertainment industry for work.
Former cowhands who became rodeo stars were promptly hired by movie companies. Outlaws who were emerging from prison claiming they ‘found God’ also turned to the film industry to help recreate their exploits as a warning to youth. Simply described, a ‘cowboy’ is an animal herder who tended to cattle on ranches in North America, but it was the movies which highly romanticised the cowboy way of life and brought the exploits of many infamous cowboys and frontier residents to the big screen. Kevin Brownlow is an award-winning film maker and has previously presented a Film Day last June
which was based on ‘The Great War’. Film Day at the Molly Keane Writer’s Retreat, Ardmore, will be held on Saturday, 13th September, from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Join us for a day of fascinating insights into the making of early western pictures. Tickets are priced at €80 which will include morning and afternoon tea/coffee and a two-course lunch. Early bird offer is €60 for the day. There is limited space and booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Tel: 024-94225; 0872970692 / 085-7431377. More details also on www.mollykeanewritersretreats.com.
Pictured at the recent launch of Oktoberfest Beag at The Reg Bar, Waterford were Oktoberfest Frauleins Aoife and Caroline Kent. Oktoberfest Beag, is a celebration of everything Bavarian and makes its inaugural appearance in Waterford City from 25th – 28th September. [John Power]
A celebration of all things Bavarian comes to Waterford Cowboy Yakima Canutt who won so many rodeo trophies that he was signed for Hollywood western.
Attending the University of Limerick conferrings on Thursday were athlete siblings Thomas Barr, Dunmore, Waterford, conferred with a BEng Mechanical Engineering who took part in the European Athletic Championships in the 400m hurdles and sister Jessie Barr who took part in the London Olympics in the 4x400m relay. [Liam Burke/Press 22]
IT'S the event everyone is talking about – ‘Oktoberfest Beag’ and it’s coming to The Deise. Most people aspire to take a trip to Munich at least once in their lifetime for a celebration of all things Bavarian. It was with that in mind that event organiser Daryl Cronin decided to bring a taste of Munich to Waterford with the Deise’s inaugural Oktoberfest Beag. The event, which annually sees 10,000 visitors to Cork over two weekends in September, opens in Bolton Street Car Park in Waterford from 25th to 28th Sept.The traditional Bavarian colours have always been blue and white so it seemed like a perfect match. For the first time ever, the original Oktoberfest will come from Germany to Waterford, giving people the chance to experience an authentic celebration of all things bavarian. A Bavarian village like the marquee representative of that in the Oktoberfest in Munich, as
well as authentic Oktoberfest Frauleins serving the finest of traditional bavarian dishes; bratwurst, Schweinsbraten and weisn pretzels, will descend on Bolton Street for some uber fun, food and entertainment. Festivities will swing into action between 4pm and 10:30pm from Thursday to Sunday with special guest performances each evening by the famous Edelweiss Oompah Brass Band who will have you singing a yodel or dancing a polka. Festival organiser Daryl Cronin, promises that Waterford’s Oktoberfest Beag will meet and exceed all expectations. He said; “We want everyone to get ready to experience the authentic Oktoberfest Festival this month as the first Oktoberfest Beag comes to the Waterford, running from 25th to 28th September. Oktoberfest Beag is an exciting experience and clearly appeals to a wide audience of adults, of all ages.We usually see great
interest from the corporate sector as well as sports and social groups, who are looking for a cost effective and fun way to entertain their staff and that is exactly what Oktoberfest Beag offers. Local businesses including restaurants, hotels and bars will hopefully get behind the event and benefit nicely from it.” Daryl Cronin went onto say that: “Oktoberfest Beag is a unique event and provides a chance for not only German visitors to enjoy a feeling of home, but tourists and locals to enjoy a alternative cultural and social event in the heart of a diverse and wonderful city full of heritage. Oktoberfest Beag will be the place to be seen.” For individuals and corporate groups looking to make a booking, be advised that table reservations and general tickets are currently on sale and are selling fast. For more information go to www.oktoberfestbeag.ie
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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .
Ignoring the obvious THERE are certain medical facts that are public knowledge. Smoking damages health, so the practice has been banned in almost every public place and the sale of cigarettes and tobacco so restricted as to be almost out of sight. This was enthusiastically endorsed and embraced by the Irish public. We know that the regular and even mildly excessive consumption of alcohol is harmful to the human body and can land a person in hospital or an early grave. Little action, outside of the giving of advice, is being taken to reduce the number of people drinking to excess and landing themselves in hospital or worse in time. In view of the financial cost to the exchequer for long stays by patients in hospital with conditions caused by smoking or drinking, it is quite logical to take this restrictive action and lose the resultant revenue. It makes financial sense, without ever considering the social damage. However, another everyday threat to the health of the public is the excessive consumption of sugar leading to an overweight condition and the possibility of
developing diabetes which has negative effects on the cardio vascular system leading to strokes and heart attacks. The overweight condition is becoming more and more prevalent in children and teenagers and, for their health and the financial status of the health services, it needs to be curtailed. However, having chased many temptations away from the public, the Minister for Education, Jan O’Sullivan has declined to ban the sale of sugar based drinks in secondary schools and has attracted the ire of obesity experts for not doing so. According to a report in the Irish Independent this week, the Minister has rejected calls to outlaw the calorie-laden drinks and foods, which are generating significant revenue for cashstrapped schools annually. "Banning things can be difficult and it doesn't necessarily stop practices. I think right across society that can be the case," she said. Instead, the minister wants schools themselves to make more healthy options available. "I think education about healthy options, and providing
healthy options, is the best way we can actually achieve results," she says. Reacting to the comments, obesity expert Dr. Donal O'Shea of St. Columcille's Hospital, who is treating some teenagers whose weight has ballooned to a dangerous 20 stone, warned that "radical" action is needed. He argued that foods which are fuelling young people's weight need to be removed as a source of daily temptation in schools. Anyone with moderate intelligence knows that sugary drinks are a no-no these days and you don’t have to be a finicky parent to know that some drinks make their children hyper-active. The Minister should also realise that a previous government curtailed to the point of banning disposable plastic bags in shops. Contrary to expectations, it worked and that element of the litter problem has gone away. Banning does work Minister, just have a look at our recent history.
Fianna Fail to do a Lazarus? THE unpopularity of the present Government will make it easy for Fianna Fail to effect a resurrection from the pit of a meagre 20 seat Dail representation. Under present circumstances and with the level of support which is indicated in opinion polls, the present pairing in the coalition would find it difficult to get re-elected. So, re-enter Fianna Fail into the political landscape and the party are already predicting a doubling of their representation to 40 members in the Dail. According to a report in the Irish Examiner this week, party leaders and strategists are rolling up their sleeves and identifying the battle lines that will emerge. “While the fight may not be brought to voters for another 18 months,” continues the report, “many are already eyeing up those ballot boxes. “Fianna Fáil hope to at least, double their Dáil seat numbers to 40, party leader Micheál Martin said in an interview with the Irish Examiner. But it’s early days and targeting five or six key areas for voters is the first priority. “Our target is obviously to do well in the next general election, both on the personnel front but the policy front too. “We’ve got to pull that together into five or six key point areas.The kind of areas are health, education, agri-food rural Ireland, the macro economic picture and the whole taxation structure and dealing with a raft of new charges on board and integrating that with your income taxes,” he said. “There’s renewed vigour, hope and a platform there now after the locals. Dublin still
remains a challenge for us. But we’re changing tack in how we approach the Dublin organisation.” However, the memory of the public can be long and they may cast their minds back to who caused all of this trouble which has deeply affected a large percentage of the population and everyone to some little extent. It is early days yet, with many more cards to be played. But Fianna Fail are anxious to let it be known that they have not gone away, but rather stayed. “A party strategy group is looking at who will run where when the next General Election is called. A director of elections, outside of the parliamentary party, will also be appointed in the autumn. “It’s with a view to ruthlessly looking at the constituencies selecting candidates early, putting the full resources of the party behind them. In some constituencies, it will be a long haul.” There is little doubt that the present Government parties have not covered themselves in glory and with little else on the horizon, Fianna Fail are bound to garner some extra support. The Government is expecting their five year programme, culminating in the start of a giveaway phase, to rescue them from the wrath of the electorate. Likewise, Fianna Fail will depend on a five year elapse since the crash to dull the public memory and cushion them from further punishment. There is still a year and a half to go before that test at the polls and much may happen in the meantime. In other words, still too early to call.
Tallow Area Credit Union supporting Daffodil Day 2014 – Back row (l. to r.): David Flynn, John Lyons, Eddie Cunningham and Sean Twomey. Front row (l. to r.): Mary Ahern, Eileen Kearney (Irish Cancer Society), John O’Mahony [David O’Flynn] (Chairman Tallow Area Credit Union), Mairead Sheehan and May Rea (Manager Tallow Area Credit Union).
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Frank Colbert, co-writer of ‘The Forgotten Legends,’ writes from South Africa …
Hero of Munich – Harry Gregg In 1961 Gregg suffered a major domestic trauma when his first wife Mavis died from cancer at the early age of 25. In his own words: ‘I subsequently became a physical and mental mess. I didn’t care about anyone or anything except my two little daughters and I shut myself off from the rest of the world. I’d lost my wife and I’d lost God. I found myself on a downward spiral that threatened to get out of control.’ Fortunately, in time, he met his future second wife Caroline who helped him to realise that ‘I still had some fire in my belly,’ and also with the help of a few close friends he soon started to live life again. Around the same time he had to have a major shoulder operation which in time would help to extend his career although it would regularly create problems in future seasons. In 1963, with the signing of the swashbuckling Denis Law from Torino, the United team coasted to the FA Cup semifinal with Gregg appearing in every round. However, he lost his place in the semi-final due to injury and, much to his disappointment, Busby decided to keep an unchanged team for what proved to be a victorious final against Leicester City by 3-1. As originally predicted by the manager United had now taken five years to win their first trophy after Munich, but a well deserved medal eluded Gregg again. During the early sixties he had a memorable first encounter with ‘a slip of a lad from home’ called George Best. The incident happened during a training session at Old Trafford when the young teenager suddenly broke through with the ball at his feet into Gregg’s penalty area. The goalkeeper recalls that: ‘I had a technique for these one-onone situations which had proved highly successful in domestic, European and international games and it consisted of feinting to go one direction and immediately going the other way in order to deceive the forward. However, on three successive occasions Best proceeded to take the ball around his fellow countryman and to calmly place it in the net. The imme-
diate reaction of an enraged Gregg was: ‘You do that again and I’ll break your bloody neck.’ Gregg adds that once he cooled off he then had a good laugh and a friendly chat with Best and the other lads. Soon after George had arrived at Old Trafford as an apprentice he felt that it was an honour to be cleaning Gregg’s boots, one of the typical chores required in those days from the junior players. In George’s own words: ‘Harry really was respected and loved at the club. Not only had he survived the Munich crash but he had also bravely gone back into the burning wreckage of the plane a few times to rescue other passengers also. As I got older and talked to various people at the club who were there that fateful day, the enormity of Harry’s actions sunk in and he continued to rise in my estimation. ‘Starting from those early days Gregg would remain George’s hero until his premature end! Many years later, when reflecting about his fellowcountryman, Gregg testified that: ‘During the six years I knew George at Old Trafford he was always a pleasant, quiet, well-mannered young man.’ In view of his long standing close friendship with Best, he was chosen by the legend’s family to be one of the pallbearers at his untimely funeral. After one particular league game at Luton Town’s Kenilworth Road during the early sixties, Gregg suddenly faced the possibility of prosecution for assault on a local fan. After the final whistle he was leaving the pitch and approaching the tunnel to the dressingroom when he found his way suddenly blocked by a complete stranger. After two or three attempts to get past him he was convinced that the man was going to strike him so he decided to punch him first. In many ways the headlines in some newspapers the following morning were reminiscent of those after Eric Cantona’s infamous kung-fu kick at a Crystal Palace fan in 1995, with exaggerated rumours about the apparent innocence of a Luton fan just looking for an autograph. Gregg later recalled that:
Manchester United 1963 FA Cup winners – Back row (l. to r.): Denis Law, Shay Brennan and Bill Foulkes. Second row (l. to r.): T. Dalton (physio), Maurice Setters, David Gaskell, Harry Gregg, Pat Crerand and Jack Crompton (trainer). Seated (l. to r.): Tony Dunne, Albert Quixall, Noel Cantwell (capt.), David Herd and Nobby Stiles. Front row (l. to r.): Johnny Giles and Bobby Charlton.
‘After I had soon explained the incident to Matt Busby, I was given the biggest verbal roasting of my life by the manager who emphasised that the incident reflected not only my own reputation but also that of the club.’ Fortunately, in time the Luton fan informed Gregg that he intended to forget the whole incident and the police admitted that they had failed to protect not only Gregg but also the rest of the United players from invading opposition fans on the pitch after the game. Early in season 1964-’65 he lost his place, mostly due to a typically re-occurring shoulder injury, to Busby’s new signing from League of Ireland Champions Shamrock Rovers Pat Dunne. With the Dubliner keeping his place for the remainder of the season United became league champions again for the first time since the season before the Munich tragedy. Unfortunately, Gregg’s appearances were not adequate to earn him a well deserved championship medal. Nevertheless, with Dunne’s performances now becoming somewhat erratic in the new season he soon found himself sharing the goalkeeping role with Gregg. One of the Ulster man’s most memorable games for United during that season was a second leg European Cup quarter-final tie away to a Benfica team who were one of the most prominent teams on the continent at the time. After achieving a narrow 3-2 win in the first leg at Old Trafford, Busby’s team travelled to Portugal with much apprehension to face the Portuguese team who had a hugely impressive home record. Co-incidentally, the kick-off was delayed while Benfica’s key player Eusebio was presented with his European Footballer of the Year trophy. However, despite Busby’s cautious team talk in the dressingroom, Best proceeded to set about the opposition and quickly scored twice, without reply. Having led by 4-0 at halftime United then proceeded to give their most impressive display at an away venue in Europe and secured an emphatic 5-1 victory. Unfortunately, Gregg’s dream of finally earning a long awaited European Cup medal at last were shattered in the semi-final against Partizan Belgrade. For both Bobby Charlton and himself the return to the Yugoslavian capital was a stark reminder of their last game with their Busby Babe team-mates eight years earlier on the eve of their tragic death at Munich airport. In view of Gregg’s age and ongoing injury problems Busby signed the hugely promising Chelsea goalkeeper Alex Stepney before the start of season 1966/’67 and the Irishman’s last game for United was on the 7th September, 1966, away to Stoke City. In total he had now made 247 appearances for United and had also won 24 international caps for Northern Ireland, despite
The Busby Babes in 1957 – Back row (l. to r.): Duncan Edwards, Bill Foulkes, Mark Jones, Ray Wood, Eddie Coleman and David Pegg. Front row (l. to r.): Johnny Berry, Liam Whelan, Roger Byrne, Tommy Taylor and Dennis Viollett. Inset at rear (l. to r.): Jackie Blanchflower, Bobby Charlton, Harry Gregg and Geoff Bent. Inset in front (l. to r.): Albert Scanlon and Kenny Morgans. his many long injuries. In December 1966 he was transferred to Stoke City, exactly ten years after signing for United, and after just two games for The Potters he duly retired from football at the end of the season. LIFE AFTER RETIREMENT In 1968 he was appointed manager of third division Shrewsbury Town and spent the next nine seasons managing a number of other lower division clubs in England. Among the promising young goalkeepers which he coached, and who subsequently became internationals, are Gary Bailey (England), Dai Davies (Wales), Joe Corrigan (Manchester City), Jimmy Rimmer (England) and Bruce Grobelaar (Zimbabwe). In 1978 he was brought back to Old Trafford as a goalkeeping coach by manager Dave Sexton where he was hugely instrumental in the development of Gary Bailey. In 2008 he suffered a second domestic tragedy when his daughter Karen died of cancer at the early age of 51. Coleraine Borough Council have recently commissioned a bronze statue of him to be erected shortly in the town in recognition of the fact that he is regarded as one of the greatest ever footballers to hail from Northern Ireland. In recognition of his services to football in Northern Ireland, he also became a Freeman of Belfast University after his retirement. Just after the end of season 2011/’12 Sir Alex Ferguson brought his Manchester United first team to Belfast to play a testimonial game for him against an Irish League eleven. The recent death of Bill Foulkes in November 2013 leaves both Gregg and Sir Bobby Charlton as the only two remaining survivors of the Munich tragedy, fifty-six years
ago. TRIBUTES TO HARRY GREGG John Doherty in his book ‘The Insiders’ Guide to Manchester United’ tells us that: ‘Despite playing 247 games in total for United, Harry missed many others due to a terrible injury record from bad luck. However, he also paid the price for being so brave while dominating his penalty area. On more than a few occasions he received long term injuries by coming out for balls that he had no right to, causing him to be accused of recklessness. It was a downright travesty that he never won a medal due to bad fortune. In the two seasons before his arrival at Old Trafford the Babes had just won the league championship.’ A few decades after the Munich crash there was an emotional reunion between Gregg and Vesna Lukic, the little girl whom he pulled from the wreckage at Munich and also her mother Verena, on a television programme hosted by ex-Liverpool player of the sixties Ian St. John. It was an emotional reunion, where Gregg admitted years later that he had broken down and cried for the first time since he heard the news of the death of his exBusby Babe team-mate Duncan Edwards. It turned out that he saved three lives that day at Munich including Lukic and her daughter – he later discovered that Verena had been pregnant at the time and subsequently gave birth to a son. Vesna Lukic had good reason to look upon Gregg as a saviour. In her own words many years later: ‘In our family he’s always been treated as a hero. If it hadn’t been for Harry Gregg our family wouldn’t have been here at all.’ In recognition of his services to football in general, and especially his heroic deeds in Munich, he was appointed a Member of the Order of the
British Empire (MBE) by the Queen in 1995. He decided to accept the honour as a tribute to those who lost their lives in the disaster. In his own words shortly afterwards: ‘I did not particularly want the award. I was just happy to have got out of the crash with my life. Like many others, I first felt a curious sense of guilt that I had survived when so many of my friends had died.’ For obvious reasons Harry Gregg will never forget Munich. He reminds us that: ‘I will always remember standing on that snow-swept airfield feeling helpless and alone.’ George Best reminds us that:‘Harry Gregg is an authentic hero in the true sense of the word. Shortly after I first met him in 1961 he put me at ease immediately with his kindness and gentle manner. He really was respected and loved at the club. As I got older a few Munich survivors told me about the enormity of his actions immediately after the crash. Bravery is one thing – all goalkeepers must have it to some degree – but what Harry did that day was about more than just bravery.’ Gregg remains grateful that he had the opportunity to play not only for United in the sixties but especially for the Busby Babes before that. In his own words: ‘They carried the passions of the people and they
carried every schoolboy’s dream of belonging to them. They were all great players, gifted giants. They were all great to play with. I can always say that I was part of that greatness, part of the Manchester United family, and proud of it. There are not many who can say that. The most important thing about the Busby Babes, the Red Devils, call them what you want, is while many say they might have been the greatest (English) team of all teams, one thing is very sure – they were the best loved team.’ Looking back at his hugely impressive ten year career at Old Trafford, his memories harbour many satisfying feelings: ‘I will always feel part of something great – the greatest club in the world. Frequently, when my original role model Harry Gregg jogs along on the beach at Benone, he recalls the following poem which was penned by an unknown Manchester United fan from the fifties:They shall not grow old, As we that are left behind grow old. And age shall not weary them, Nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, And in the early morning, We will remember them!
Sir Bobby Charlton and Harry Gregg re-unite on the 50th anniversary of Munich.
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RE-UPHOLSTERY CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home. Collection and delivery. Sofas and Couches made to order. Curtains and Pelmets made to measure. Extensive range of fabrics to choose from. Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must. Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed. Ned O’Connell, Seafield, Youghal. Tel. (024) 93106.
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DECORATING SERVICE – All internal / external painting. New house spraying before second fix. Tired old kitchen units hand-painted, hygiene coatings. Epoxy floor paint systems. Qualified local tradesmen. Free estimates. Insurance work. Fully insured. VAT registered. Call: Prodec Painters. Padraig (087) 7730520. Steve (086) 8410901. (31-12)
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QUALIFIED TREE SURGEON AVAILABLE – For all aspects of Tree Surgery, Tree Felling, Reductions, Wood-chipping, Hedge Cutting. Contact your local professional Fergal Colbert at (087) 7933481. FULL PUBLIC AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY INSURANCE. (31-12)
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COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer. 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)
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SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (5-9)
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COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping professionals. Garden design and layout. Planting, water features, patios, stonework, kerbing, fencing, etc. Lawn laying turfed and seeded. For a professional and affordable service contact Paul Curran (087) 2908403. www.comeraghlandscaping.ie (ind.) SUMMER LAWN LANDSCAPING – Professional Landscaping and Garden Construction. Grass, Hedge and Tree Cutting, Scarifying and Lawn Laying. Planting of Shrubs, Hedges and Trees. Large and Small Maintenance Contracts undertaken. Construction of Sleeper Beds, Gravel Gardens, Paving, Decking, Concrete and Timber Fencing, Block and Brick Walls, Powerwashing, etc. Good quality work at a reasonable price. Phone: Eamonn (085) 7784335. (19-9)
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COLLIGAN EQUESTRIAN CENTRE – Horse and Pony Riding Lessons from Beginner to Advanced starting September. Private and group sessions. Also 5-Star Livery available with use of outdoor and indoor arenas. Details from (087) 6387938. (26-9)
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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW TO LET – On main Lemybrien to Carrickon-Suir Road. Centrally heated / open stove. Fully furnished. Large garden. Long-term letting. Immediate availability. Tel. (087) 8392337. (5-9) LISMORE – 1 Bedroom Granny Flat to let. All new completely furnished. Spectacular views. Call: John (058) 53447 or (087) 7720913. (26-9) 3 BEDROOM / 2 SITTINGROOM OR 4 BEDROOM HOUSE TO LET – Tournore, Abbeyside. Fully furnished. OFCH / Open Fire. Available October. Rent reasonable. Tel. (087) 9672455 between 6–9 p.m. (26-9)
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SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB SECTION A (27/8/2014) – 1st Kolette Enright & Sheila Towey; 2nd Phil Barry & Kay Kirwan; 3rd Brian O’Brien & Pierce Casey; 4th Aida O’Neill & Ella Whelan.
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TYRES! TYRES! TYRES! – Full callout breakdown service. Quick puncture repairs. Lorry, tractor and car. Also all makes of car serviced and repaired. Contact: Eamonn Beresford, THE CASTLE GARAGE, Dungarvan. Open 6 days, 8.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., including dinner hour. Tel. (058) 43540 / (086) 8128184 / www.castlegaragetyres.com (ind.) FREE RANGE SIDES OF PORK AND BACON FOR SALE – Reared outside on own farm. Side of Bacon consists of 20lb Ham, 5lb Rashers, 10lb Back Bacon, 10lb Streaky, 10lb Collar and 10lb Shoulder Bacon. All for €110.00. Packed and labelled to your requirements. Free delivery. Limited supply. Call: Liam (087) 2792093. (29-8) FOR SALE – Ford transit van 1997 100L 2.5 D, grey, 6’2’’ high. Heavy duty hitch. Original mileage 150,000, excellent running condition. Just passed NCT test. €900 ono. Call John 05853447, 087-7720913. (12-9) SQUARE BALES BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE – Can deliver in small lots. Tel. (086) 3708693. (12-9) FOR SALE AT DUNGARVAN MART – Calf Sale on Monday next, 8th September. 4–5 month old Hereford Heifer Calves (BBR Cows). Suitable for breeding. Disease free herd. Apply Mart Office. GOOD QUALITY BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE – Old Parish and Aglish area. Round or Square Bales. Tel. (086) 3862273.
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HOUSEHOLD / BUSINESS STORAGE SOLUTIONS – Phone us today for a cost effective option. Phone: (058) 42211. (26-9)
RIVER TRIPS FROM YOUGHAL www.blackwatercruises.com
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MULLEN-LAKE SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCING – Classes will resume in the Causeway Tennis Club as and from Saturday, 6th September, at 11.00 a.m. All are welcome. For more information contact Margaret or Chloe (087) 2052170 / (058) 44347 (ExWorld Champion TCRG ADCRG). (12-9)
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ATTENTION VAN, CAR AND JEEP OWNERS – We require full-time distributors for a 4–6 week contract to deliver “Directories & Leaflets.” If you live in any West Waterford or East Cork town or village then call today. Lo-call Colin @ CityPOST on 1890240240 or 01 4600046 during office hours. Or email your full name, full address, phone no. & vehicle type to recruitment@citypost.ie (5-9)
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MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flatroofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work under-taken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.)
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INJURY MASSAGE THERAPY – Back, Shoulder and Neck Pain? Need to ease those aches and pains? Dungarvan Alternative Health Clinic. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10–6 p.m. Contact: Tom Cashman on (085) 7866925 or office on (058) 44299 www.facebook.com/tommycash1989 (19-9)
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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.) PEDIGREE TEXAL RAMS AND SHEARLINGS FOR SALE – Tel. (024) 97357 or (087) 9926751. (ind.) CATTLE HOUSING WANTED – Winter months. Suckler Cows and Cattle. Without Silage. Tel. (086) 0601793. (19-9) PUREBRED REGISTERED CHAROLLAIS RAMS FOR SALE – Tel. (087) 7795034.
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SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS/PARENTS Study now enrolling at Deise College. Places limited, strictly supervised, enrol now to ensure your place. Flexible options available each evening and on Saturdays. Very cost effective (from €10 per week), quiet environment, conducive to getting solid work done. Be organised and ring Alan 058-48623. (12-9)
1st-6th YEARS: Deise College Study Skills Seminar enrolling (now in its 10th year). Time management; how to study; memorisation techniques, etc. 058-48623. (12-9) DEISE COLLEGE GRINDS now enrolling. Cost effective (from €20 per week), small groups, very experienced teachers renowned for getting the best out of each student. Different classes for different years and levels. Ring Alan for a chat (12-9) 058-48623.
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O C Acknowledgement † MAURA DUFFY (nee O’Brien) Affane, Cappoquin Died: 11th September, 2013 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary
COLEMAN (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Coleman, late of Ballinclamper, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, who died on 9th September, 2012, aged 22 years. Deeply missed, And always loved.
–From Mam, Dad, Shane, Ciara, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, his many friends and all who knew him. Rest in peace.
FAHEY – In loving memory of Nora Fahey whose Anniversary occurs on 8th September. Memories bring us closer, We are never far apart, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. Your name is often mentioned, Our thoughts are with you still, You haven’t been forgotten, You know you never will. Hoping you are happy, In your Heavenly hope above.
–Always remembered by your loving husband Martin and family. FLYNN (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Thomas Flynn, late of Kilbrien Lower, who died on 8th September, 1996. May he rest in peace. Our Lady of Lourdes, Pray for him.
–Inserted Bernie. DEE (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Teresa Dee, late of Ballymacmague, Dungarvan, who died on 9th September, 2005. It was a sudden parting, Too bitter to forget, Those who loved you dearly, Are the ones who can’t forget. We often sit and think of you, And think of how you died, To think you could not say goodbye, Before you closed your eyes. You life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for others needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories left behind. The blow was hard, the shock severe, To part with one we loved so dear, Our loss is great, we’ll not complain, But trust in God to meet again. Two tired eyes are sleeping, Two willing hands are still, The one who worked so hard for us, Is resting at God’s will. Our family chain is broken, Nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The links shall join again.
–Always remembered and loved by your husband Pat; daughters Laura, Sharon and Aoife and son Shane, XXX. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at 7.30 p.m. in Colligan Church on Saturday, 6th September.
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O’DONNELL (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael O’Donnell, late of Ballydwan, Bunmahon, who died on 13th September, 2008. Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you. Down the path of memories, We sadly walk today, Our loving thoughts are with you, As life goes on its way. A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, It marks the day you left us, In such a sudden way. No sad farewells were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.
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–Always loved and sadly missed by your wife Rita and sister Catherine.
GEOGHEGAN (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Eileen Geoghegan (nee Byrne) who died on 6th September, 2006.
––––––––––––––– We think of you in silence, We talk about you too, We have some lovely memories, But we wish we still had you. Nothing can replace you, Nothing ever will, In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.
“Always in our thoughts.”
–Lovingly remembered by her daughters Anne and Liz; sons-in-law, grandsons, grand-daughters-inlaw, brothers, family and friends.
–Love you always Dad, your daughters Julie, Michelle and Sarah. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 7th September, at 11 o’clock in St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen.
As we remember the First Anniversary of Maura’s death, her husband Raymond, sons Sean and Michael and extended family wish to express our deep appreciation and sincere thanks to our relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind expressions of sympathy on our loss. Thanks to all who travelled to the funeral ceremonies and to all who sent Mass cards, enrolments, letters of sympathy. Thanks to Doctors, all the Nurses and staff of the Oncology Department at Waterford Regional Hospital; to Maura’s GP Dr. F. Slevin and to St. Vincent’s Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital for looking after Maura with such kindness. Thanks to Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., and Rev. Fr. D. Leahy, P.P., who officiated at the Funeral Mass and burial, for their kindness and spiritual care to Maura. To our Chapelwoman Maggie McCarthy; Altar servers; to Mairead Cullinane and family for providing a lovely selection of hymns during Mass; our gravediggers, grateful thanks. To Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their professionalism and kindness throughout. To her family, friends and all at Modeligo Community Centre for providing refreshments after the burial. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 13th September, 2014, in St. John the Baptist’s Church, Affane, at 8.15 p.m.
† BERNA MOLONEY (nee Fay) Moloney’s Garage, Springmount, Dungarvan Died: 24th August, 2013 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary Michael, Maria and all the family would like to thank all those who attended Berna’s funeral. Especially all those who supported them, sent cards and had Masses offered during her long stay in WRH. Your presence meant so much to us. A special thanks to her wonderful GP Dr. Dave Mahony and his team at Shandon Medical Centre. To the Ambulance staff and Dr. Sinead Wright for their incredible efforts. To the staff in ICU, HDU and all the Doctors and Nursing staff in WRH for their wonderful care. Many thanks to David Kiely and his team for his extremely professional service and attention to detail to the funeral arrangements. Thanks to Fr. Cooney for prayers at removal service, Canon Ryan and Fr. Kiely, and also for their visit to Berna during her illness. Thanks to Fr. Bill Callanan, S.J., Milltown, who performed the Funeral Mass. To Dina Walsh for her beautiful singing and music. Thanks to Michael Burke, Lawlors Hotel, for the superb catering after the removal and burial. A very special thanks to Peggy who was always there and "kept the home fires burning" and is always a great support. We would like to thank all the family for their care and support which we needed and greatly appreciated. Thanks to all our neighbours and friends for your kindness and concern and for your continued support which is much appreciated. A special Mass will be offered for your intentions. Berna’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 6th September, at 7.30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.
† MICHAEL MURPHY Barrack Street, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, and The Meat Centre, Main Street, Cappoquin MURPHY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear husband and dad Michael Murphy, late of Barrack Street, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, and The Meat Centre, Main Street, Cappoquin, whose First Anniversary occurs on 3rd September, 2014. When we look to the skies, And see a twinkling star, We know that you are with us, Watching over from afar. Because you’re in a special place, That’s another life away, A place of peace and endless love, Where we’ll meet again some day.
–Greatly missed and loved so dearly by your wife Sheila; sons Eamonn and Micheál; daughters Jenny and Emma and Micheál’s fiancée Jo.
WALL (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of Joan Wall, late of Dungarvan and Ballinroad, who died on 4th September, 2003. Memories are precious, They don’t fade away, We think of you always, Not just today. Will those who think of her today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Sadly missed by her daughter and family, Margaret, Dominic, Cian and Shauna.
BEREAVEMENT Support and help available Service – Free & Confidential Tel. 058-46100 www.westwaterfordbereavement.org
On the First Anniversary of our beloved Michael’s passing, his wife Sheila, together with their sons, Eamonn and Micheál; daughters, Jenny and Emma and Micheál’s fiancée Jo, would like to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to you for your kindness and support during Michael’s short illness and to us all on the very sad loss of a great husband and Dad. We wish to thank most sincerely the large number of people who attended Michael’s Rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and burial, a testament to the lovely friends he had and the high esteem he was held in by them; those who sent floral tributes, Mass cards and letters of sympathy; those who travelled long distances to be with us, to our kind relatives, neighbours and good friends who called to our home and helped us in so many ways during such a difficult time, their on-going support and kindness is greatly appreciated. We wish to express our sincere gratitude to the Medical Profession for the great care taken of Michael; to the staff at University Hospital Waterford, Cappoquin Health Centre; Regina Wilkinson and the excellent staff at St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, your kindness and compassion shown to Michael and his family during those difficult weeks will never be forgotten. A special word of thanks to Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., chief celebrant for Michael’s Funeral Mass and burial. We wish to also thank Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P.; Rev. Fr. P. Fitzgerald, P.E., and Rev. Fr. D. Corish, C.C. A special thank you to Dina Walshe for the beautiful hymns and music. Sincere thanks to the Sacristan, the readers, gift bearers, and all those who assisted with the funeral ceremonies in any other way. To Aidan and Marie Walsh (Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors), thank you both most sincerely for your guidance, understanding and support during those difficult days and for the professional manner in which you and your team attended to the funeral services. Thank you to Railway Athletic FC and Affane/Cappoquin GAA Club for the Guard of Honour and to The Sportsman’s Bar for the catering after the Funeral Mass. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgment will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Michael will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, on Saturday, 6th September, at 7.30 p.m.
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CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind 3 children in their own home, Dungarvan area, Monday to Friday. Non Smoker and driving needed as two children are school going. Immediate start for suitable person. Interested persons please contact the following number (086) 8891585. (5-9) CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind almost 3 year boy and 10 month old baby girl in their own home in Ardmore. Please contact (086) 3619346. BAR MANAGER WANTED – Male or female, young and experienced, references required. Also Wash-up Person, 3 days per week. Dungarvan area. Immediate start. Reply in writing to Box No. 5455. (26-9)
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WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – I, John Charles, intend to apply for planning permission for the indefinite retention of a 1st floor extension and external staircase access to an existing outbuilding adjacent to existing cottage at Derry Lower, Modeligo, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.
Prop. DAVID KIELY David & Margaret, ‘Garrán Mhuire,’ Kiladangan (058) 42200 / (086) 2525663 (Est. 1919) Irish Association of Funeral Directors
Funeral Home Embalming & Cremations Arranged We attend to all the details: Church & Cemetery
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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following road on Saturday 20th September to facilitate the Comeraghs Wild Festival 2014. Road to be Closed: The L1041, L1040, L3067 and the L3019 (Mauma Road), Co. Waterford. Alternative Routes: The R672 onto the N72, to the N25. Objections or submissions 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 Monday 8th September, 2014.
Waterford City & County Public Participation Network (PPN)
PUBLIC MEETINGS NOTICE
Paul Daly 3rd September, 2014 A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services
Waterford City & County Council – in association with the Waterford City & County Interim PPN – is convening the initial plenary meetings of each Municipal District PPN. Comeragh MDPPN: 8.00 p.m. Tuesday, 9th September, Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas Dungarvan / Lismore MDPPN: 8.00 p.m. Monday, 15th September, The Park Hotel, Dungarvan
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HEADSTONES IN LIMESTONE, MARBLE, POLISHED GRANITE We restore existing headstones, kerbs, graves, chipped, inscriptions, etc. FULL RANGE OF COMPUTER OPTIONS + DESIGNS
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Waterford Metropolitan MDPPN: 8.00 p.m. Thursday, 18th September, The Majestic Hotel, Tramore The meetings will elect MDPPN representatives to the Waterford City & County PPN Secretariat. The Waterford City & County PPN will replace the Waterford City and Waterford County Community Fora.
ROUNDABOUT SPONSORSHIP FRIARY ROUNDABOUT Expressions of interest are sought for the sponsorship of the roundabout located at the intersection of the Coast Road (R675) and local road serving Duckspool and Tournore (L3168). This roundabout is located in the Townland of Duckspool and is known as the Friary Roundabout.
All community, voluntary, environmental and social inclusion groups in Waterford city and county are invited to attend one or all of the above meetings.
It is intended to enter into an agreement for the sponsorship of XLMW VSYRHEFSYX JSV E TIVMSH SJ ½ZI ]IEVW 7TSRWSVWLMT [SYPH be indicated by means of signage similar in nature and size to that used on the roundabouts on the N25 Dungarvan By-pass.
*NEW REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN ON THE NIGHT FROM 7.30 p.m. IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING*
Closing date for receipt of submissions is Friday 12th 7ITXIQFIV *YVXLIV MRJSVQEXMSR GER FI SFXEMRIH JVSQ 4EX 1G'EVXL] 7 ) Roads at patmccarthy@waterfordcouncil.ie
Further information: www.waterfordcouncil.ie John Hawkes: jhawkes@waterfordcouncil.ie 087 980 9985 Muriel Tobin: mtobin@waterfordcouncil.ie 058-21193/21198 – 086-1723298
Paul Daly 3rd September, 2014 A/Director of Services Roads, HR & Emergency Services (12-9)
INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT 1960 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE FOR THE RENEWAL AND TRANSFER OF A LICENCE IN CASES WHERE THE OWNER HAS CEASED TO CARRY ON BUSINESS District Court Area of Dungarvan District No. 21 VANESSA RYAN APPLICANT As Nominee of Vanessa Ryan, Clodagh Ryan and Michael Ryan TAKE NOTICE that Vanessa Ryan of 59 Cherbury Park Road, Lucan, Co. Dublin, as Nominee of Vanessa Ryan, Clodagh Ryan, 84 Laraghon, Lucan, Co. Dublin, and Michael Ryan, 4 The Hollows, Lucan, Co. Dublin, intends to apply to the Court at Courthouse, Dungarvan, on the 24th day of September, 2014, at 10.30 a.m., for a Certificate of Renewal and Transfer of the Ordinary 7 Day Licence attaching to premises situate at Sexton Street, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, in the County of Waterford, trading as Kennedy’s Live, which Licence expires on 30th day of September, 2014, and the holder of such Licence Francis Bannon has ceased, for reasons other than death, transfer of premises or forfeiture of licence, to carry on the business authorised by the licence. Dated this 15th day of August, 2014. Signed: Joseph P. Gordon & Co., Solicitors for Applicant, Burgery, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. TO: Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. And: District Court Clerk, Quay Lane, Youghal, Co. Cork. INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT 1960 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE FOR THE RENEWAL AND TRANSFER OF A LICENCE IN CASES WHERE THE OWNER HAS CEASED TO CARRY ON BUSINESS District Court Area of Dungarvan District No. 21 MARY ORGAN APPLICANT As Nominee of Mary Organ, Garranbane, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, and Seán O Hargain, Garranbane, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford TAKE NOTICE that Mary Organ, Garranbane, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, and Seán O Hargain, Garranbane, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, intends to apply to the Court at Courthouse, Dungarvan, on the 24th day of September, 2014, at 10.30 a.m., for a Certificate of Renewal and Transfer of the Ordinary 7 Day Licence attaching to premises situate at Sexton Street, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, in the County of Waterford, trading as The Village Inn, which Licence expires on 30th day of September, 2014, and the holder of such Licence Lorraine Dixon has ceased, for reasons other than death, transfer of premises or forfeiture of licence, to carry on the business authorised by the licence. Dated this 15th day of August, 2014. Signed: Joseph P. Gordon & Co., Solicitors for Applicant, Burgery, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. TO: Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. And: District Court Clerk, Quay Lane, Youghal, Co. Cork.
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Best Wishes and continued success to Pilates Lifestyle
TOURNORE PHYSICAL THERAPY CLINIC
PAT CURRAN
3 Church Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Telephone: 058 45878 • Email: info@jbw.ie
PHYSICAL THERAPIST TOURNORE, ABBEYSIDE 087-9530046 DUNGARVAN, CO. WATERFORD
TOG ORTHOTIC AGENT BEST WISHES AND CONTINUED SUCCESS TO CAROLINE
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realise this is such a cliché and I am going to go ahead and say it anyway...” time flies when you’re having fun”! I fell in love with Pilates almost 20 years ago. I can hardly believe that I have been practising and teaching Pilates in Dungarvan for 10 years because it seems like just the other day we stepped off the ferry and set up our home and my business in this friendly, bustling, multicultural seaside town. The past ten years have been busy and I can honestly say Pilates Lifestyle would not be where it is today were it not for the loyal support of my clients (many of whom have been with me for 10 years!), local businesses and my husband who ensures that at every turn my business takes full advantage of the latest technology to make Pilates Lifestyle accessible 24/7, worldwide. If I reflect for a moment on achievements over the past five years, they would include taking the business global with social media, primarily my Pilates Lifestyle You Tube channel and Facebook pages, my first fully interactive iPhone and iPad App as well as 2 new DVDs, a brand new beautifully designed dedicated Pilates studio and a new website complete with an e-shop and online booking facility. WHY PILATES? Pilates is a complementary workout which prevents burn-out.To draw a comparison – would you drive a car without ever servicing it? Of course not.
It would breakdown or burn out. Your body will do the same thing. Pilates is the service you owe your body. Treat it well and get maximum mileage. If you make time for a weekly Pilates class you will be able to keep participating in activities you love and remain injury and pain free. I recall a journalist asking me 10 years ago to comment on whether Pilates was simply another fad to hit the fitness
industry. By definition a fad is.... “an intense and widely shared enthusiasm for something, especially one that is short-lived; a craze.” For decades, Pilates has been hailed as the most successful method of rehabilitation used all over the world by men and women of all age groups and levels of fitness. A recent study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy showed that Pilates helped those who suffered from
low back pain more than any other therapy. Whether you are inspired by research, famous athletes, football stars, celebrities or simply the changes you have seen in your family, friends and neighbours, Pilates will give you the same rewards. It is a mind-body method which produces results. It will never be a fad. It will always remain a constant. MY ROLE AS A PILATES TEACHER 10 years ago many
people knew little about Pilates. 10 years on everyone has at least heard of Pilates even if they haven’t tried it before. Pilates is often marketed as a way to achieve flat abs. But to describe Pilates merely as this is to overlook the true essence of Pilates. Recommended by the medical profession and alternative health professionals, Pilates offers a lifeline for those in too much pain or discomfort to participate and enjoy
regular exercise, sport and other activities. When someone has been crippled by pain and had to give up every activity they love, they find themselves at Pilates. My role is to empower clients to safely and effectively rehabilitate their bodies so that they can return to activities they enjoy. Building a body of equal strength, flexibility and correct muscle activation is crucial for anyone wishing to lead an active life and remain injury free. WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT PILATES LIFESTYLE A fully equipped dedicated Pilates studio. Friendly, professional instructors and an inclusive, non-competitive environment. Each client receives individual attention and is encouraged to work at their own pace and at their own level. Pilates is not about how fit or unfit you are. It is about teaching your body a new way of moving. Correcting wrong postures and encouraging correct muscle recruitment. Starting with the basics is the only way to ensure your mind and body learn the correct exercise techniques & movement principles which makes Pilates unique. Our Autumn term starts up on Monday, 15th September. We have 14 general classes a week for Beginner, Pregnancy, Postnatal, Intermediate and Advanced clients, Pilates for Men and new to the timetable this year, the Pilates Barre. In addition to group
JBW Consultants, supporting business start-ups through accounting, taxation and consultancy services. Why not visit our website at www.jbw.ie or give us a call, to see how we may be of service to you.
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– Building and maintinaing a caring and personal relationship with our clients, no matter how big or small – Providing a transparent fee structure – Looking after our clients’ interests as if they were our own
timetabled classes Pilates Lifestyle also holds bespoke classes for groups and individuals. Last winter some of these groups included the GAA County Development Squads, the Irish Wheelchair Association, transition year students, Waterford Sports Partnership initiatives, as well as a variety of Associations, Societies, Clubs and individuals looking for their own classes. For a description of each class, to view the timetable, make a booking or send an enquiry regarding a private booking for your club or personalised pilates class, please visit our website www.pilateslifestyle.com Thank you for the last 10 years. Caroline Anderson
1st FLOOR, 22 GRATTAN SQUARE, DUNGARVAN, CO. WATERFORD. Tel. 058 44411 • Fax: 058-44413
www.cahillsolicitors.com Continued success to Caroline
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DEBUTANTES Friday, 5th September, 2014
Á rd Scoil na nDéise Debs Ball
Jessica Bannon, Emma Queally, Davinia Muntjewerff, Caitriona Slevin, Sarah Craddock and Déarbhla Whelan. Photographs by Pat Crowley
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Kyle Flynn and Ciara Gildea
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James Quealy and Emma Queally
Shane Nugent and Kate Curran
Stephen O’Connor and Déarbhla Whelan
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Conor Lavelle and Chloe Keane
Jason Sheehan and Angela McIntosh
Maurice Ledingham and Muireann O’Brien
Kevin Daly and Caitríona Slevin
Mike McGrath and Emma Keeley
Derek Hogan and Kayleigh Power
Michael Cronin and Aoife Keane
Adam Houlihan and Amy Faherty
Cathal Cusack and Davinia Muntjewerff
Shane Moloney and Sarah Craddock
Lee Mulhearne and Amy Ferncombe
Rhuin Mitchell and Rae-Anne Barry
Eimear O’Donnell, Evie McGrath, Niamh Kiely and Layla Quarry
Jamie De Barún and Ellie Walsh
Aidan Bergin and Aoife Murphy
Ryan Norris and Cheyenne Tobin
David Robertson and Jessica Bannnon
Kieran Bennett and Clodagh Keane
Stephen Fehilly and Ciara Kelly
PJ Coffey and Aoife Landers
Steven McMahon and Jessica O’Brien
Megan Higgins, Roisin Claffey, Jessica Troy and Jemma Kiely
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Gage Simms and Roisin Claffey
Cormac Curran and Eimear O’Donnell
Ivan O’Connor and Jemma Kiely
Nathan O’Connor and Megan Higgins
Shane Kenny and Jessica Troy
David Hourigan and Evie McGrath
Luke Rossiter and Tara Healy
James Veale and Ayesha Troy
Padraig Duff and Emma Power
Cian Dwyer and Layla Quarry
Neil Donovan and Emma Casey
Sean O’Donovan and Niamh Kiely
Emma Casey, Kayleigh Power, James Quealy, Kate Curran and Angela McIntosh.
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Allihies to Bonmahon, An Annual Community Challenge in the Footsteps of Our Copper Mining Ancestors, a 144 Miles along Ireland's South Coast, from Allihies in West Cork, to Bonmahon on Waterford's Copper Coast. [Michael Faulkner]
Bonmahon COPPER COAST GEOPARK CENTRE A great night is ahead of us with a performance by The Cedartowns at the visitor center in the Copper Coast Geopark this Friday, 5th September. Make sure to book your place on 0879148100 or by email to info@coppercoastgeopark.c om. The centre will be closed on Monday, 8th September due to a private function. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY Yet again, we had no jackpot winner last week
and only one match 3 set of winning quick pick numbers. â‚Ź100 went to Eddie and Paula McCarthy, congratulations! This week's jackpot will be â‚Ź7,250 don't miss out! HAMERSLEY ART I am back in my studio hard at work after an 8 day adventure walking from Allihies in west Cork back to Bonmahon with the Walk from A to B team. A lovely portrayal of a young couples first dance as newlyweds is the first order of business. A triptych of whelks for a bathroom in
Wexford is next on the books. Preparation for an exhibition of fine art reproductions is also underway, the exhibition will run from September 15th to 29th in the open art space of the Coast Guard Cultural Centre, Love lane, Tramore. WALK FROM A TO B A huge well done to all the participants of this year's A to B Walk - blisters, fun, fresh air and great friends seem to sum up the walk which has become a part of our annual plans, combining exercise with history, holiday with meeting new
friends and the indescribable feeling of accomplishment.This is the diary entry from the last day of the walk: "Well, Saturday 23-8-14 was the final day of the walk and having spent a comfortable night in the tennis club in Dungarvan, we set off on the final leg home. Very gratefully, we were joined by Tracey Tobin, Aine Cusack and Geraldine McDonagh from Dungarvan and by John-Joe Cleary, Philly Dunne, Mark Burke and Noel Whelan from Bunmahon. We had a little refresh-
ment stop (well deserved) at the Cove Bar in Stradbally before taking the final leg to Tankardstown, where we were welcomed back by family and friends, before heading on to Hayes Pub in Bonmahon for food and refreshment, music and craic. We were also joined on the final leg by one of the founders of the walk, Sean Corcoran (affectionately known as Doc), who shared in the short and tall tales of the adventures we had along the way. Catch up on www.walkfromatob.wordpress.com
Congratulations to the A to B team Derek Sheridan, Sean Fitzsimons, Neil Higham, Julie Higham, Roisin Sheehy, Orlaith Hamersley, Kathleen Tobin and Sue Rotheram. [Sean Fitzsimons of Fotofitz]
Irish Red Cross Dungarvan OUR summer break has come to an end, we are now looking forward to our weekly training sessions again, which now take place every Monday evening in Dungarvan Community Hospital from 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. New members are always welcome to join or for a no obligation visit. Contact us on 087-6792328 for more information.
Irish Red Cross Portlaw SENIOR UNIT Well done to all our members who, along with our colleagues from the Waterford City, Dungarvan, Carrick-OnSuir and Fermoy Units, played their part in the recent Sean Kelly Tour. Great teamwork was seen over the weekend and we were proud to be a part of this hugely successful event once again. Thank you. Weekly unit training will re-commence soon, if you are interested in what we do, please contact us on 087-6646824 to arrange for a visit or to observe a training session. Well done also to our team visiting a school last week to teach another 22 children life-saving skills such as CPR, treatment of choking and how to make an emergency call. This brings the total number of children trained in these important skills up to over 170. While the children were fantastic in learning all these new skills, the tour of the ambulance was certainly a highlight for many of the children again. Well done all! If your school is interested in arranging a visit from us with this programme, please contact us on 087 6646 824 or email to secretary.portlaw@redcross.ie for more information. CADET UNIT The day has come! We are looking forward to this Friday evening when we take up our weekly training for our youth group again. We will start the month of September with the essential refreshers in Practical First Aid to keep our skills up and refreshed. See you all on Friday!
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NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?
COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan. Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302.You are not alone! (ind.)
Been affected by Suicide? YOU are not alone – Been Bereaved through suicide? Meet people in similar circumstances for a free tea or coffee and chat. 1st Tuesday of every month from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon - Charity Vintage Tea Rooms, St. Mary’s Church of Ireland. Contact Breda Maher on (086) 9822498.
Ballymacarbry News - New Courses starting in September A NEW course beginning in Ballymacarbry Community Centre starting on Wednesday, 10th September from 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.The course consists of 3 modules - Relaxation Techniques, Cookery Classes and Computer Classes. This course is free of charge to those with less than Junior Certificate level of Education. There is a limited number of spaces available. For more information please contact Nicola on 087-6535141.
Old Fashioned Afternoon Teas OLD Fashioned Afternoon Teas in aid of Garranbane, Abbeyside and Ballinroad Senior Citizens in the Charity Vintage Tea Rooms, St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford, on Saturday, 6th September. Beautiful fairtrade teas served with dainty sandwiches and home-made cakes and scones on a vintage plate stand – just like the Ritz! Find us on Facebook: Charity Vintage Tea Rooms.
Abbeyside Heritage Archive A Mixed Bag AS SUNDAY next is the first of the month the Archive will be open as usual 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. on the 7th September at the Parish Office, Strandside South. Visitors will be most welcome to come along and browse at leisure. Sarah Mullarkey will be along to sort out any problems which may arise. Recently we added two nice books to our collection.They were, “Medieval Dungarvan above and below ground”, with an illustrated introduction to the medieval archaeology of Dungarvan by Dave Pollock. The second book is “Corries, Caves and Coast”, The Geological Heritage of County Waterford by Matthew Parkes, Robert Meehan and Sophie Prétesfille.
Stradbally – Entrance to Ballyvoile Tunnel at Thursday’s Walk/Talk.
Stradbally FIRST FRIDAY MASS First Friday Mass in the parish on Friday, 5th September, 2014 will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9.30 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen at 7 p.m. SCHOOLS OPEN Our Lady of Mercy N.S. and St. James N.S. in Stradbally reopens on Monday, 1st September, 2014 following the summer holidays. RECENT BAPTISM Clara Kate Mooney, daughter of Brian and Veronica Mooney was baptised on Saturday, 30th August, 2014 at St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen. The sponsors were John Paul Mooney and Marion Ryan. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. AFTERNOON TEA Peg Connors, Park House, Stradbally, Co. Waterford will hold ‘Afternoon Tea’ in aid of Waterford Hospice Home
Care Team at Park House from 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. on Saturday, 13th September, 2014.Your support would be greatly appreciated for this worthy cause. FUNDRAISING TRACTOR RUN The fundraising continues in aid of John Power, Rockville, Stradbally who is scheduled to have neurosurgery at Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford in the next couple of months, to help with the ongoing expenses involved. On this coming Sunday, 7th September, 2014 a vintage tractor, car, motor bike run has been organised at Stradbally. Meet at the Square, register at the Cove Bar at 12 noon, leaving at 1 p.m. sharp. All makes and years welcome. €20 entry fee.The run is being organised to return to the Square on time to watch the AllIreland match at either Whelan’s or Cove Bar. For
STRADBALLY WHIST CLUB - 5th SEPTEMBER Benefit night John Power Fund. A member lost her handbag outside the club. If found hand into the GAA Centre. BARRON HALL Our Walk/Talks present series came to an end in Ballyvoile Tunnel on Thursdy night last. The darkness of the evening added to the occasion in the tunnel, when one shone a light on a stalactite, it just glistened. One item that keeps repeating, was the importance of the railway to the commerce of the area. We learned that at the nearby Co-Operative in Durrow (Stradbally Cooperative Society Ltd.), milk delivered by its suppliers in the morning, the cream from same was bottled and ready for 4.30 p.m. train, (adjoining premises) headed to Rosslare and was in London the following
morning. When John Nugent Humble of Cloncoskern used his influence or stuberness to move the Railway line (Waterford Lismore), from being constructed through his farm, to the coast, although it made this railway the most expensive in the Country mile per mile, he did Stradbally a great favour.We are now left with a fantastic legacy and infrastructure, and wait for its next stage of development (Greenway). A question being asked: why do schools, and others go on outings to Dublin, Cork etc? when there is so much to see in Waterford at the fraction of the cost. More anon. Any Queries to Nicola 085-1501762 We are also busy, new to the Barron Hall, a Performing Art Class will be starting, Phenonenon Hip Hop registering in the Hall 5th September, 4.00 p.m. see our Facebook.
a FETAC 5 Major Award in Tourism with Business and would be a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in this sector. For full details, contact 051-396934 or email to enquiries@dunhilleducation.com. Eligible participants will receive an ETB training allowance. GEALACH GORM DRAMA SUMMER CAMP Well done to all the children who attended the theatre summer camp in Kill recently.
Under the direction of Sophie Haynes they danced, sang, played and made fabulous eye masks. The end of camp show was thoroughly enjoyed by all the parents and friends of the campers. Each child was presented with a certificate for their participation. A new term of theatre performance classes will commence on Monday, 15th September 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. for children ages 5 to 12. Further information from 086-8569358.
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St. Mary’s Church of Ireland EVENTS THIS WEEK Tuesday, 2nd September - You are not alone - Suicide Support Group 10.30 a.m. - 12.30. Every Tuesday - Graveyard Clear Up - Friends of St. Mary's Graveyard - 7-8 p.m. (weather permitting). Thursday, 4th September - Knit & Natter - Free social group to chat, have tea and learn to knit. All most welcome. Saturday, 6th September - Afternoon teas in aid of Abbeyside, Ballinroad & Garranbane senior citizens 25 p.m. Sunday, 7th September - Children’s service of Music & Story - 10.00 a.m. Contact: Clergy: Rev. James Mulhall 051 96166; Church warden Jenny Cashin 41230 Church warden & Tea Rooms Ria Drohan (087) 2257983. Friends of St. Mary's Graveyard: Liam & Kate Douglas (058) 43685 Knit & Natter; Noreen 087 6264936.
further information please contact Martin on 0870663087 or Theresa on 087-6495593. An appeal to all vintage enthusiasts to please support. STRADBALLY MARKET The summer may be over but the visitors continue to visit the Stradbally Market each Saturday morning from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. at the Cove Bar. The Market which has established itself as part of the weekly routine of many locals and visitors. With the erosion of many services in the village the Market has become a meeting place, a social outing for friends and neighbours and for those keen eyed shoppers the local produce of fresh fruit, vegetables, home-baking, sweets, jams, cards and health products are a must. After shopping a friendly cup of tea and scones tops the visit.
TINY TOTS PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP We are delighted to offer this outlet again, commencing Thursday, 11th September: Come along and enjoy a chat with other parents, grandparents or childminders while the children have a play. This group meets at Dunhill Multi-Education Centre from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon, initially every second week. All are most welcome. For more information,
please contact us on 0863933078. BIRTHDAY WISHES A big huge "Happy Birthday" to Fionn Norris who will celebrate his 6th Birthday this week - have a fabulous day Fionn! KIRWAN'S NEWS Join us this Sunday for the All-Ireland Final of Tipperary vs Kilkenny live on the big screen at 3.30 p.m. One of Ireland's best bands, Newfoundland, will be providing the music afterwards from 7.00 p.m. -
treat yourself to a day out, watch the match, have a fantastic dinner at Pisces Restaurant and finish the evening with great entertainment. See you there! EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY Dunhill Multi Education Centre in conjunction with WWETB have announced the start date for the Recreational Tourism Trails Development Programme, September 8th 2014. This course is a 48 week programme, fully funded by WWETB and finishes with
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Modeligo COMMUNITY ALERT Modeligo/Affane Community Alert group wish it to be known that they have some Personal Safety devices for use at present, if you live alone, or are aware of people in your area that might benefit from same, please contact Phil Kearns (Secretary) at 058-68212. Please do so as soon as possible as Joe, who is responsible for ensuring that these devices are installed properly and are in working order, will be in the general area fairly soon. The above group are really anxious to attract more members, and gain a more prominent role in the Community, and to this end we send out an open invitation to all to attend our AGM, to be held shortly. And remember, everyone in the area can play a role, by being vigilant and keeping a close eye out for any suspicious or even unusual activity in your neighbourhood. WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Heartiest congratulations to Seamus and Mary Gilligan, Shanbally, Cappoquin, who celebrated their Ruby Wedding Anniversary last weekend. Seamus and Mary, who is a member of the O’Keeffe family, Scart, became husband and wife 40 years ago, and to honour the event, a Mass and special blessing took place at Modeligo Church, where the couple were married. The extended family would like to thank Fr. Arthure for celebrating Mass and imparting a special blessing. Then it was off to Lawlors Hotel for Seamus and Mary, along with a group of family members and friends, with Pat Tobin providing the musical entertainment, just as he had done 40 years ago! Also a word of thanks to Ena, who showed the guests images of the Wedding Day, with some of the original guests long gone to their eternal reward, many others with silver threads amongst the gold! We wish Mary and Seamus many further years of marital happiness. THANKS FOR SUPPORT The fundraiser for Cancer Services at the Park Hotel on Sunday last was very well supported. Crystal Swing from Midleton provided the music for us, we had a most enjoyable evening, boy what a lively and talented band. We would like to thank Siobhán and Ned for organising such a great night out for us, as well as supporting such a good cause. And even the first prize in the draw came to
Modeligo, a meal for 2 in the Park for the Brook Lodge attendees! PATTERN RESULTS Our Fancy Dress event was a great success: Mrs. Doubtfire came first and second in the Topical section - 1st Bernard Wright; 2nd M.J. Curran; 3rd Deaglan Curran (Lost Duck.) Sport - 1st Niamh Briggs; 2nd Sean Kelly Tour; 3rd Niamh Briggs.TV Character - 1st Farm Safety; 2nd Harvester; 3rd Mrs. Brown's Wobbly Bits! Kids' Races: Toddler Race - 1st James Quinn; 2nd Doireann Power; 3rd Leanne Moore. Under 4 Boys 1st Eoin; 2nd Brian Buckley; 3rd James O’Brien. Under 6 Girls - 1st Brooke Dunford; 2nd Kayla O’Keeffe; 3rd Ciara O’Brien. Under 6 Girls: 1st Lucy Cunningham; 2nd Elaine Quinn; 3rd Ava O’Shea. Under 8 Boys - 1st Conor Nolan; 2nd James Hickey; 3rd Oisin Power. Under 10 Girls - 1st Claire Walsh; 2nd Ava McCabe; 3rd Rebecca Burke. Under 10 Boys: 1st Jack O’Driscoll; 2nd Conor Reddy; 3rd T.J. Fitzgerald. Under 12 Boys: 1st Bernard Wright; 2nd S. McCabe; 3rd Eoin Hickey. Under 12 Girls - 1st Emily O’Mahony; 2nd Máiréad O’Brien; 3rd Isabelle Sheehan. Under 14 Boys: 1st Eoin Hickey; 2nd Mickey Joe Curran; 3rd James Power. Wheelbarrow Race: Under 10: 1st Jack Sheehan and Conor Reddy; 2nd Emma Reddy and Chloe Power. Under 12 Wheelbarrow Race Under 12: 1st Jack Sheehan and Conor Reddy; 2nd Máiread O’Brien and Eilís Ryan; 3rd Jamie Power and Eoin Hickey. Wheelbarrow Under 14 1st Jack Sheehan and Conor Reddy; 2. Eoin and Jamie. CRANNCHUR AITIUL We were in Ballyshannon, Lough Derg, ect. the previous weekend to last with a wonderful group from Clashmore, so we have 2 Mini lotto draws to report.The numbers for August 23rd were 5, 13 and 21, whilst 2, 24 and 28 came out of the drum on August 30th. No match 3 tickets sold for either occasion, which means that next Saturday's jackpot will be €1,200. The following are our most recent €25 winners: Particia Barry, Tourin; Rachel and Rory Fitzgerald, Derra; Aidan and Gillian Moher, Ballykerin; Leonora Kiely, Lyratten; Susan Denn, Ballykerin, Johnny Kearns, Scart;Wm O’Brien, Aglish; Nick Troy.
Kilmacthomas SPONSORED WALK Many thanks to all who supported the Irish Kidney Association annual walk from The Forge Bar, Portlaw to Wall’s Bar Carrick-on-Suir on Sunday last, a great day was had by all. Please return sponsorship cards and money as soon as possible. GRADUATION Congratulations to Natalie Brown, Rathmeaden who graduated in Bachelor of Arts in English & Economics on Friday last at University of Limerick.Well done Natalie and good wishes for the future. 18th BIRTHDAY Congratulations to Shanon Walsh, Hillview, Kilmacthomas who celebrated her 18th birthday with a party for family and friends at the Arches Bar, Kilmacthomas on Saturday
night last. DEBUTANTE BALL St. Declan's Community College students held their Debs Ball in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Friday night last. Both boys and girls put on the style for this very special occasion, and a most enjoyable night was had by all. PILGRIMAGE Parish Pilgrimage to Lourdes a reminder there are still some places available, Departs September 27th for five nights, full board, transport and accommodation, tours and religious programme included, costs €729, for more information contact Fr. Keogh, P.P. on 051294261. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw for Saturday 30th
August. Letters drawn were E, K, T and Z. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Nicky Butler, Cruachaún View, Kilmac; Veronica Walsh, Cooltubrid; Biddy Fleming, High Road, Kilmac; Hayley Jane Power, Riverview and Caroline Coffey, Stradbally. Next week’s jackpot €600, be in to win. WHIST Results for the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday, 25th August Maureen Sullivan, Mary Blackmore, Eric Townsend, B. Galvin, B. Fitzgerald, Agnes Thomas, B. Power, Kitsy Keating, Mary B. Bowdren, Stess Connolly, Bridget Power. Raffle winners Stess Connolly, Mary B. Bowdren and Monica Gough. A charity night will take place for John Power of Stradbally.
Live our Lives - The Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Event, which was held in the Town Hall Theatre last Saturday afternoon. Pictured are Jim Walsh, speaker, Kate O'Dwyer, speaker, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Cathaoirleach Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal Area, Niamh O'Shea, Event Organiser, and Cllr. Liam Brazil, speaker. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Week Ending 24th August 2014. Lotto Jackpot €500. Winning numbers drawn were 2, 19, 29. No Winner. 5 x €20 Winners 1) Alice Burke, 2) James O’Gorman, 3) Aoife Butler, 4) John Mike Power, 5) Mick O’Mahoney. Promoter's Prize €20 - Pat Dalton. Week Ending 31st August 2014. Lotto Jackpot €600. Winning numbers drawn were 7, 25, 29. No Winner. Next week's jackport is €700. 5 x €20 Winners, 1) Tom Flynn, 2) Alice & Breda Burke 3) Geraldine Hallinan, 4) Saoirse Condon, 5) Jason Sheehan. Promoter's Prize €20 - Alice Burke. Next draw in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 7th September. Lotto tickets cost €2 each
and can be purchased from committee members, local retail outlets and designated promoters. SYMPATHY We extend sincere sympathy to the family of Patrick Joseph (Paddy) Tobin, Cluain Cairbre, Ballymacarbry, formerly of The Nire Valley, whose death occurred recently. We extend our sympathy to his sisters Noreen Collins, Imelda Bishnauth, Nuala Fahey, Carmel Bridle, Bernie Fahey, brothers-inlaw, nephews, nieces, neighbours and friends. Funeral mass was in St. Helena's Church,The Nire, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. ANNUAL GRAVEYARD MASS The annual mass at Knockboy graveyard will be
held this year on Monday, 8th September at 7.00 p.m. The guest speaker this year will be Monsignor Olden. Monsignor Olden is a well known historian and educator, who prior to becoming president of St.Patrick's College, Maynooth, a post he held from 1977 to 1985, was professor of history and vice-president at St. Patrick’s College. All are welcome. ZUMBA CLASSES For those of you wishing to keep fit for Christmas, there will be Zumba classes starting in the GAA hall in Newcastle on the 3rd September. No experience is required. If you would like further information or to book your place, please contact Eithne 0871338492. SYMPATHY We extend our deepest
Ballyduff Upper Community Council SIGHTSAVERS FUNDRAISING VINTAGE TEA/COFFEE MORNING IN BALLYDUFF A vintage tea/coffee morning and cake sale will be held in the Carneige Library, Ballyduff on Sunday, 7th September, after 11.00 a.m. Mass. Sightsavers is an international organisation whose main aim is to prevent river blindness and other eye disorders. River blindness is caused by flies that thrive in many fast flowing rivers, mainly in undeveloped countries. The disease can rob people of their sight and causes unbearable itching. River blindness is completely preventable; one mectizan tablet can protect a person for a year.
This mectizan treatment has been eliminated by pharmaceutical company Merch & Co. (M.S.D.). However, huge funds have to be collected to help distribute it over whole communities, many in remote areas with 120 million at risk. Sightsavers are all trying to help eleviate the huge amount of cataract and trachoma operations needed in these countries. Please come along on Sunday 7th, for a cuppa and a chat. If anyone would like further information or would like to donate cakes etc, they would be greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Kay on 086-3684644 or Celia on 0874120837.
sympathy to the family and friends of Nan Harte (nee Butler), Knockraha who passed to her eternal rest on Sunday last. Nan was predeceased by her husband Johnny. We extend sincere sympathy to son John; daughter Noreen O’Rourke; brother William; sister Nora Prendergast; daughter-in-law Margaret (nee O'Leary); son-in-law Ned O'Rourke; grandchildren Roisin, Aiobhinn, Niamh, Sarah, Clara and Sean; nephew Eddie Prendergast; niece Helen Gillman; grand-nieces Amy and Aisling; neighbours and friends. Funeral Mass is in St. Mary's Church,Touraneena on Wednesday morning, 3rd September at 11.00 a.m., followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.
Ballysaggart Annual Fun Ride ON Sunday, September 14th, Ballysaggart Community Development Company is hosting its annual Fun Ride in Ballysaggart. It will take place on a scenic route over natural terrain. There will be jumps and banks which are optional. A steady pace is assured and the ride should take between 2 - 2.5 hours to complete with a water stop mid-way. Refreshments will be served afterwards to all participants. Registration for the event will be from 12.30 p.m. with Take-Off at 1.45 p.m. All proceeds are going towards the Community Centre Re-Development Fund. Further details about the event will follow in the coming weeks so keep an eye on the local papers and 086-2477019 can be contacted to answer any queries.
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Ardmore The Relentless Sea SPEND A PENNY? I’m off again; news and events from the parish is a bit thin on the ground so as one wit once said to me; when all else fails, waffle on! Throughout the summer, which was once again very good weather-wise and visitor-wise, I was asked on more than one occasion by visitors as to why Waterford Council (hope that’s the correct title now!) are selling the old toilets and the old Fire Station which are situated down by the Boat Cove here in the village. Truthfully, I told those quizzing me that the Council must be stuck for a few euro! But then the whole story got me thinking… Listen, would it not be a gesture that would repay itself with much goodwill towards politicians and administrators if the two little buildings in question, which will not raise an enormous amount of cash anyway, were donated to the village? Give it to the Ardmore Grange Heritage Group?… .Give it to the Tidy Towns as a permanent Tourist Office?...Ask the community to see if there would be an interest in setting up a Mens Shed in the area?.... Offer it for a nominal fee to any other interested local charities or good causes, with a stipulation that it cannot be sold for 99 years or something? I’m sure all the local men who have been part of the Fire Service would like to see their old station house being retained in its present state and being put to use. Maybe turn it into a Fire Service Museum? I’m sure there are attics in the country full of stuff related to all things Firemen! Also, I’m sure the Council workers of the past who tended the now closed toilet facilities would like to see something there to remind them of their past. No funny or improper remarks here now… How about a little leaflet to every household in the village, asking an opinion on what use could be made of these two iconic buildings? Was last week not Heritage Week? Funny, all I saw going on all over the county were people with over inflated opinions of themselves patting each other on the back and telling each other how great they all were for preserving ‘The Heritage’ within the county….Among them probably those who took the decision to put For Sale signs on those two parts of Ardmore’s heritage…
SOCCER CLUB NEWS Ardmore AFC will be holding a Registration night for all players on this Wednesday at the Soccer Pitch from 6.45 p.m. New players are welcome in all age groups from Academy u6 to u16 with boys and girls most welcome. Membership for the Academy is €20, while players playing in the League is €30. Family discounts are applied where two or more children are involved. We would ask all of our parents to purchase a Ticket for the FAI Draw as which costs €10 with some terrific prizes on offer and this is a great fund-raiser for the club. Academy Training gear may also be ordered for anyone wanting it so let us know if you are interested. For further details contact Declan on 087-9126566 to place your order which must be accompanied by the €35 payment. PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP The Parent and Toddler Group are back operating again, at the usual venue of Halla Deuglán in Ardmore village, 10:30 to 12:30 on Tuesdays. TOURIST OFFICE Monday to Friday, all summer long, my brother-in-law Philip Mulcahy has trotted off down to the Tourist Office at the Beach Car Park to put in a shift dealing with touristy questions, queries or even just someone passing through who was looking for a chat! Philip Mulcahy take a bow; I have often overheard folk on the street saying that ‘the man in the Tourist Office said this, said that or said the other’…. Job well done for the season! To those who manned the Tourist Office over the weekends; the same applies, well done on being a point of information for tourists and day-trippers. Time for a rest now! CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results: 1st Des Fitzgerald and Gerry O'Brien. 2nd Thomas Power and Tony Keane. Last game: Hugh Reilly and James Flavin. Best last 5: Brian Keane and Tess Mansfield YOGA! Yoga in Ardmore Hall back from Tuesday, 9th September, 7:30 p.m. All welcome, male, female or those from other planets/star systems/galaxies! Sarah Colman has all the details! Call her on 0860400480.
By Declan McGrath THE topography of Ardmore, the landscape we are familiar with, was not always as it is now. In ancient times the whole of the Ardmore area was heavily wooded, and roads or pathways had to be cut through dense forests to provide access for carts and carriages to adjacent centres such as Youghal and Clashmore; most people then travelled on horseback or by horse-drawn carriages, and travelled by day since the forests harboured not only foxes and wolves but seemingly bears as well. We have graphic evidence of this in a book called ‘The Brides of Ardmore,’ found in an ancient monastery near Cappoquin. Incidentally, the book mentions there was at one time a religious college centred around Ardmore’s round tower. According to this ancient book this Ardmore college was part of the Celtic Church which curiously did not have allegiance to Rome. It always struck me as strange that St. Declan’s Church on the Ardmore cliffs should have been built in such a precarious if not dangerous position. This does not really make logical sense. It is far more likely that it had been built originally on the incline of a hill sloping gently down to a pleasant pastureland that is now part of Ardmore Bay. This old church’s present precarious position, in my opinion, has been caused by the relentless sea encroaching into the hill’s soft subsoil. Ardmore Bay was once a pleasant pastureland. I think there is little doubt about this.To some extent this hypothesis is borne out by the many boreens from Carne to Ballyquin to Curragh that lead down to the sea, seemingly to be going nowhere. Clearly, these boreens were part of an early road system that traversed this ancient thriving community, now long forgotten. It makes you wonder who these people were who lived here in very early ancient times! Were they our forefathers? An even more drastic transformation of the Ardmore landscape occured during the fifth century, around the time of St. Declan. What we would nowadays call a ‘Tsunami’, swept in over the south coast of Ireland with devastating effect. As most readers know, this changed the course of the river Blackwater, which hitherto had flowed into the sea at Whiting Bay and altered it to flow into what we today know as Youghal Harbour.The storm inundated most of the coast presumably from Ballycotton to Ardmore and no doubt drowned thousands of local people.This catastrophe is mentioned in several ancient Irish records. In the cove of Ballymacart and along the coast from Whiting Bay to Youghal could be seen, until recently, at least, the remains of the crude houses and fishing villages, built on the shore just above high-water level where the folk lived and eked out a precarious living from fishing. I assume similiar ancient fishing villages abounded all around the coast of Ireland in ancient times. Incidentally, we know that Sir Walter Raleigh, never one to miss the chance, set up a canning factory in Youghal and brought over workers from the continent, called Flemings, to operate it. Catches were brought in from Ardmore and other local areas. The late Kevin Gallagher who contributed to these columns some years ago was greatly interested in Ardmore’s
Ardmore 10 year plus group with Jake Dillon and Michael Cronin at the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in their GAA Grounds, organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.
history and often alluded to these old roads and was particularly interested in those between Curragh and the village. The erosion of the sea has demolished these old roads but for the much belated efforts of the County Council, much of Powers’ land would likewise have been swept away. The breakdown of the cliffs on Ballyquin strand are a case in point. Apart from the old boreens which provided an interconnected travel system, the other means of travel were Mass-paths leading from outlying areas to local churches, such as the old one which was seemingly located on the cliiffs near the present pier. The other ancient church we know of is the one ar Church- quarter. Only an antique arch now remains of this ancient building, which may in early times have functioned as the parochial church for Grange, before Fr. McGrath built the present one. It is a relic of ancient history, a link with our past. A ‘Mass-path’ is said to have connected this church with the Catholic community at Ballyquin. In the relatively recent past there were two roads or boreens connecting Curragh with Ardmore village. I am indebted to my friend Tom Mooney of Ardmore for information about them. According to Tom, the most recent of them led directly from Curragh cross through what is now Ardmore strand and connected with the village at a point just opposite the Catholic Church; the storm-wall did not then exist. Situated along this road was a school and a grocery shop where the late Jim Rooney Snr. told me he used to buy sweets as a child.There was also a Coastguard-station and billets or houses for the coastguard staff on this road. My mother also told me there was a wooden structure or hall at the Curragh-end of this road where the young people of her generation used to gather for dancing and playing music. It was appropriately called ‘The Band Box’. Music was a popular pastime among the people of Ardmore, and there were two fife-and-drum bands in friendly rivarly with each other, one in the village and one in Curragh!. Another, outer road, parallel with this one, ran from the Port Buidhe in Curragh across what is now Ardmore Bay and connected with the village at the bottom of Coffee Lane. We know it was an extention of the Lower Curragh boreen which ran across what is now Curragh strand in earlier days to connect Curragh with Ballyquin. It probably traversed Glencairn strand to connect with the old road near Fuge’s manor. Regretfully, no further information is available about this outer road. Incidentally, I should mention in passing that the Dublin national archives record that Curragh was once a great fishing village with over thirty boats engaged mainly in Pollack fishing. I think, though, that 30 boats is an exaggeration. Ardmore village is also supposed to have approximately the same number of boats. At any rate, it seems the old archives indicate fishing was a flourishing industry in bygone days providing employment for a large number of men in the area - and probably women too! Again, by extrapolation, it is reasonable to suppose that in the past fishing was a flourishing industry along the entire coast of Ireland.
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Lismore LISMORE TIDY TOWNS The planned work from Monday 25th could not go ahead due to miserable weather conditions but hopefully in the week before the tidy towns results are announced we will be able to get a lot of proposed work carried out. The annual church gate collection was held on Saturday and Sunday last.Thanks to the Lismore community and people from the surrounding areas who contributed to this fund. The money raised is used to cover the annual public liability insurance premium. The results of the the National Super Valu Tidy Towns Awards will be announced in the Helix Theatre, Dublin on Monday next, 8th September, at 12.00 noon. The four members who will represent Lismore Tidy Towns at the ceremony are Mrs. Susan Cronin, Mrs. Rita Hegarty, Mrs. Mary O’Brien and Mr. Michael McBride. Waterford Local Radio normally has information on how the towns and villages in Co. Waterford have performed on its News programmes from lunchtime onwards. There will be a half hour special Nationwide programme on RTE 1
television at 7.00 p.m. on Monday 8th, showing the main parts of the awards ceremony. People from the community are invited to Rose’s West End Bar on Monday 8th at 9.00 p.m. to celebrate the results we get on the day.The adjudicators reports for all towns participating in the 2014 National Tidy Towns Competition will be available online at www.tidytowns.ie from around 1.00 p.m. on Monday. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK This is the time of the year when you can save seed in your own/a friend's garden. Below are 3 ways to save seed:1. Keep a selection of sieves with different sized holes so that when shaking seeds you can separate a lot of dust and debris out as it passes through. 2. Lay seeds on a flat surface and blow gently over them to remove the light bits of chaff. 3. Store cleaned seed in screw-top, airtight jars in a dark area with a steady temperature, dropping in a sachet of silica gel crystals to soak up any moisture. Alternatively, save seeds from hardy annuals by cutting off seedheads into a paper bag/envelope and leave in a cool dark place to finish drying.
Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart DO you ever dream of a society where there are no outsiders? Do you ever wish you could do more to make that dream society real within your own circle of influence? I think we all would love to do our bit to make a society worthy of the best that is in us. That ache in our hearts touches on the Presence of God in our world. We live with the paradox of God become man in the Incarnation. We need to look to the scientists and physicists to lead us to grasp a way of seeing reality different from our traditional mindset. Traditionally we see things in terms of either or. How can Jesus be God and man at the same time. We somehow don’t take it seriously to deeply influence us. To quote from physicists; the discovery that an electron is an impossible mixture of ‘here’(A) and ‘there’ (B).
And at the same time! So the language of Faith is the language of relationship to God mediated through our relationships in our lives. If our prayer is real it has to impact on our relationships. As Faith people how are we to move away from saving my soul mentality or indifference to my soul mentality. We are saved through community! What might that mean for our celebration of the Mass? MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 6th September - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 7.30 p.m. Sunday, 7th September Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM
Winning Colt Foal and Overall Champion Foal at the Waterford Sport Horse Breeders held last Saturday, 30th August, at Ballyrafter. Colt foal (OBOS Quality x Cruising) owned and shown by Mr. Tom Clancy, Stradbally. Pictured (l. to r.): Tom Clancy, Richie Harty and Liadh Harty with Judge Dr. Jack Murphy, UCD.
Events at Lismore Castle, Co. Waterford this Autumn TEA & SCONES AT LISMORE CASTLE 12th October, 2.00 or 4.00 p.m. sittings Join us for locally made, beautiful scones, wonderful tea service, whilst listening to a history of the castle by Head Butler Denis Nevin, and enjoy a final stroll around the historic gardens. 12th October is the last open day of the season at Lismore Castle Gardens and provides a rare opportunity to see the Banqueting Hall designed by Pugin. Sittings at 2.00 and 4.00 p.m., tickets €25.
HALLOWE’EN PIZZA & FILM NIGHT: WERNER HERZOG’S NOSFERATU 31st October, 7.30 p.m. We are delighted to host Werner Herzog’s Nosferatu - one of the greatest horror films of all time. Enjoy pizza and beer to make a night of it in the atmospheric Banqueting Hall, in high definition on a giant screen. Tickets €15, food & 1 complimentary drink included.
Head Butler Denis Nevin at Lismore Castle’s Banqueting Hall.
John and Fred Feighery from Fermoy pictured during the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. [David Clynch Photography]
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Cappoquin TOMMY TIERNAN IN CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE Aiken Promotions are proud to present Tommy Tiernan’s “Out Of The Whirlwind” Show in Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, September 13th. Book Now. Tommy Tiernan is back with his “Out Of The Whirlwind” show live in Cappoquin.This show is literally a whirlwind of Tommy's thoughts and observations. Profound, sometimes dark yet whimsical and silly too, his performance mesmerises in a way that is joyful, uplifting, inspirational and most importantly always breathtakingly funny. Pat Collin’s, Director of Tommy’s new European Tour Documentary “Tommy: To Tell You The Truth” recently said "There is something zeitgeisty about Tommy. He taps in to the wider consciousness and manages to express what some people feel deeply but might not have an opportunity to express themselves while always retaining his great charm and roguishness that allows him to say things others just couldn’t get away with". In 2013 he performed a sold-out tour of Australia and New Zealand – which included two performances at The Sydney Opera House on the same night. His recent tour of Europe included Finland, France, Austria, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and Estonia and he is about to embark on UK tour dates this Autumn, all the while continuing the phenomenon that is the relationship Tommy has with his Irish audience and his neverending fascination with the 32 counties of Ireland and it’s numerous islands. Tickets for “Out Of The Whirlwind” are €28 on sale now. Cappoquin Community Centre 05852746. NEW COURSES & ACTIVITIES FOR AUTUMN AT CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE Start the Winter with a new you. Get involved in morning classes at Cappoquin Gym. Take some “me time” and work out for an hour at Cappoquin Gym. Cappoquin Community Centre Gym is offering morning classes for gym, and workouts, aiming at burning body fat and loosing inches! Body Tone is suitable for all levels and fantastic for improving your
fitness level. These classes are for the young and over 60's. You are encouraged to sign up for classes in advance to ensure there is a spot for you. We provide you with professional instruction and a safe, effective, well balanced and fun workout. Monday mornings: 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. Bookings: 058-52746. Fee: €5; Commencing 22nd September. 60’s FITNESS: An exercise programme to put life back in your years, for anyone 60 years young. Commencing Thursday, 18th September, 11.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon. Enhance your life within a weekly hour. Programme delivered by Qualified Gym Instructor. Bookings: 05852746; Fee: €3. Being a committed exerciser is probably 70% of the battle towards achieving health, fitness and performance of regular exercise but many exercise enthusiasts and athletes are still frustrated when they compare how much time they spend exercising each week against the meager fitness improvements they have seen over an extended period of time. Committing time to exercise is critical, but so is training smart. Being a member of Cappoquin Gym means one can update and change your workouts regularly, motivates you, gives you up to date health and fitness information and keep you on target so that you can accomplish your health and fitness goals. Gym Instructor available every Monday night, 6.00 p.m.- 10.00 p.m., for advise on diet, fitness regime and programmes. The Cappoquin Community Centre Gym is open six days a week, Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. - 10.00 p.m.; Saturday: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. CLASSES & ACTIVITIES FOR AUTUMN 2014. Yoga Classes commencing in Cappoquin Community Centre in September - Tuesdays 11.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon.This class will be given by Claire Blakely, a qualified yoga teacher. Book now and secure your place 05852746; €10 per session. Music Classes: Group music classes for all ages (8+) and abilities. Learn to read music, play an instrument (melodica: this is a wind instrument similar to a piano/keyboard, and suitable to teach in a group situation), group singing and general musicianship skills. These classes are delivered
by a qualified and experienced teacher Mairead Cullinane LLCM, ALCM, DipLCM. 1 hour group lessons available at affordable rates paid each term. Lessons will be held in Cappoquin Community Centre. Private Piano Lessons are also available. To include leisure play and graded exams to grade 8 level. To book your place please contact Mairead Cullinane (087) 2425599. Photography Course: 7 Week Course, 2 hour session; Cost: €80. In this course, students will learn the basic functions of a camera-digital and film camera’s welcomed- while looking at contemporary art practices. Students will be exposed to contemporary art photography. Focus of the course is to strengthen the individual’s insight and understanding of the composition. Improve the individual's photographic skills. This course is for the beginner and for the individual who wishes to strengthen their photographic skills. This course will be delivered by: Mariella Martin Quilting Classes: Every Wednesday night 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. commencing 17th September. Bookings: 058-52746. Weight Watchers: Sign up now and join. Wednesdays in Community Centre, 5.00 p.m. - 6.30 p.m. Just arrive and book. Sewing Classes: Basic Sewing Classes and how to use machine. Classes delivered by Patricia Jacobsen. Bookings: 058-52746. Knitting Classes: Beginners and all levels starting in September. Bookings: 058-52746. LOTTO RESULTS Monday, 1st September, 2014. Jackpot €2,300. No Winner. Numbers: 3, 20, 22 and 24. Consolation prizes: David and Yvonne O’Sullivan, Mary Coughlan, Olivia Maher, Helen Cunningham, Mary Foley, Craig and Joe Mason. Next week’s draw: Monday, 8th September, 2014. €2,400. All proceeds go towards the Community Centre.
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Volunteers Paddy Mason and Jimmy Coughlan pictured at the food stop in Cappoquin during the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford. [David Clynch Photography]
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FORÓIGE LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Christine Collender has been in touch to advise that the Foróige club is starting its activities later in September. In addition to the opportunity for new members to come on board, the club is actively seeking a new leader or two this year too.You need to be over 18 to join as a club leader, and need to contact Christine at 087 7684235 before September 14th, preferably. Leadership training will be provided and what an opportunity this is to get involved in really meaningful and rewarding youth work. Cappoquin Foróige Club is now seven years on the go in its revised form, and has been generously hosted since last year at the Railway Athletic clubhouse in the Dane’s Field.This is a seriously good youth club, active in a range of local events like the Carnival and St. Patrick’s Day Parade, where the members are regular award winners. It has twice won the regional club of the year award, across two whole counties. Naturally, the club also has a fair bit of fun, with the
weekend camping trip to Passage East, kayaking on the Blackwater, discos and the annual talent contest all coming to mind. There is great work going on with the members in terms of leadership training and active citizenship and, of course, there are several nights too of some simple chilling out, with a hot chocolate. Full details of the reopening of the club will appear later this month but for now, anyone interested in coming on board as a leader ought to give
Christine a call in the next week or two. THIS WEEK’S PICTURE We know that at least one of the photographers whose work ended in the Lawrence Collection at the National Library was a visitor to Cappoquin in the 1870s. This week’s photo could well date from that far back, as it shows the town with no paving on the streets, no lanterns or lamp posts of any sort and, of course, not a single ‘traffic’ item apart from the ‘parked’ cart at the Market House. When you look a little closer, the Sportsman’s is here called Morrissey’s Hotel – it was, of course, Conway’s and then Cummins’ for a long time in the 20th century. The plasterwork inscription of Moore’s Hotel, which can today still be seen over the Cornerstone Take-Away, is nowhere to be seen yet, so
Cappoquin Main Street.
this is definitely pre 20th century. It’s worth taking a closer look at the stolid, foreboding building which later became Walsh’s Hotel. This was the police barracks, centre of the rebellion of 1849, and in this photo you can see that there is no downstairs window to be seen there. That window was put in later, obviously, where the dining room of the hotel would be, suggesting that at the time this photo was taken, the building was probably still the town barracks. The Market House too had gates rather than doors on it, being the open structure where farmers came to pay their fees on market and fair days, much like the Main Guard was in Clonmel, though that beautiful structure was, in fact, built almost fifty years after the Cappoquin one.
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FILM ON MOONEY’S PUB, AN RINN Mr. Des Baker has made a short film titled 'The Mooney Collection'. It consists of an interview with Tom Gough talking about the collection of antique signs, photographs, pictures and art works that he and his wife Anne Mooney collected over forty years and now cover the walls of Mooney's pub An Rinn.The film can be seen at www.vimeo.com/tasters HERITAGE WEEK TALK ON OGHAM STONES Last Wednesday in the Town Hall Theatre Nora White gave a talk about Waterford's Ogham stones and their on-going digital preservation by the Ogham in 3D Project.The aim of the project is to laser scan as many of the 400 or so ogham stones in Ireland and make 3D models of them available. PHOTOGRAPHS BY RORY WYLEY We are planning an exhibition of the work of well known photographer Rory Wyley and we are looking for pictures taken by him. We would love to hear from you if you have prints that we can scan and return to you. Contact us at 058-45960 or at info@waterfordmuseum.ie 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. LOCAL HISTORY 'The Speaking Stone' We recently acquired an old engraving of this monument dated 1907. But what is The Speaking Stone and where is it situated? In ancient maps of Munster the speaking stone is the only monument to be singled out for special attention in county Waterford which indicates that it had a certain fame in and outside of County Waterford. The Irish name for the stone is An Cloch Labhrais - The Speaking Stone. It was believed that the stone could tell if someone was lying. One day a woman was accused of having committed adultery and announced that she would swear to her innocence upon this stone. As they approached the stone, the woman's lover appeared disguished as a hermit. He offered to carry the woman on his shoulders across the river to take her oath at the stone.When they got to the stone she laid her hand on it and swore that no man had been between her legs apart from her husband - and of course the hermit. Thus the stone was forced to declare that she had told the truth but it was so mad at being tricked that it cried out - Bíonn an fhírinne féin searbh - 'Truth itself is bitter' and it split assunder.The great fissure can be seen to this day.The huge stone is situated in Durrow by the River Tay and should be better known with an information plaque erected for visitors. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Phone 058-45960; Email:info@waterfordmuseum.ie; Web: www.waterfordmuseum.ie; www.facebook.com/waterfordcountymuseum
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Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place on Saturday Night last in An Cruiscín Lán and €50 was won by Mrs. Galvin with Card Number 27, the four of Clubs. Congratulations. Jackpot next week is €2,300. Remember if you are not in…you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser.Tickets can be bought locally. FAVOURITE SON OF VILLIERSTOWN This is to remember Eddie (Ned) Murphy who passed away after a short illness in Dungarvan’s Community Hospital last July. Ned was a well-known, loved, local character who was always seen on his beloved Honda 50. He loved nothing more than to meet people and have a chat. He will be missed by all his family and friends. VILLIERSTOWN NATIONAL SCHOOL & VILLIERSTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Both village schools are back in full swing. Everywhere seems so quiet. “If there were no schools to take the children away from home part of the time, the insane asylums would be filled with mothers.” - Edgar W. Howe STUDY GROUP There has been quite a bit of interest for this type of Study/
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Homework group and a lot of parents are willing to organise the supervision. For the moment, to see how things go it is planned to have the Study Group run two evenings a week starting this September. Hopefully Tuesday and Wednesday from 4.15 p.m. 6.00 p.m. These times and dates can be altered to suit. The VECP’s Community Room (Beside the shop) has individual study desks, bathroom facilities and is air-conditioned. €10 per person per term. Contact Pauline:- 085-1380366. VILLIERSTOWN BOATING & ACTIVITIES CLUB What a fantastic weekend everyone had welcoming all the sailboats to Villierstown Quay last weekend. It was an amazing sight. Next week we hope to have a huge selection of photos and an editorial all about the event. GARDENING CLUB At the moment the Gardening Club members are in full swing disinfecting the polytunnel and equipment in preparation for their winter plugs arriving soon. It’s a very busy time. Tip of the Month: Start autumn clean-up of the garden. Cut back anything that has finished blooming or is diseased.
CRAFTY CRAFTERS Yes witches, it’s that time of year again so everyone should be well prepared for our Quilting Classes. It’s all booked and ready to go, all you need is your kit and machine. A very busy term ahead. “I have all the fabric I need… …said NO QUILTER EVER!” VILLIERSTOWN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP Recently Villierstown shook with the noise of 32 youths having fun on the annual Villierstown Outdoor Adventure Camp based on Villierstown Quay. The youngsters all swam, climbed, played team games, kayaked, learned bush-craft, foraging and just had loads of old fashioned outdoor fun. They were very lucky with the great weather ensuring 32 young people went home both days extremely tired but very happy. BOAT GANG STRIKES AGAIN I know this was in last week also but they are still around. Beware organised raiders are targeting boating equipment. Gardaí are encouraging boat owners around the country to increase their security and stow away expensive outboard engines. Be alert! VILLIERSTOWN LIBRARY The Library has moved to the
VECP’S community room (The Craft Room) beside the shop. Our intention is to have opening hours throughout the week for ease of use. This is a community facility to be used by everyone. It’s great for the village to have a lending library with children’s, craft, lifestyle, fiction and a reference section. Volunteers for this would be very welcome. Contact www. vecp.ie WHALE WATCH IRELAND Ireland is gaining a reputation as one of the premier countries on the planet for validated Whale sightings.The coastline of Co. Waterford is a very popular route. If you are interested in being a “Whale Watcher” Contact - www.iwdg.ie CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR A pre-Christmas Fair is being organised for Sunday, 23rd November in the newly refurbished Villierstown Church Hall. At the moment we are seeking artists, crafters and anyone who is interested in show-casing their wares with the intention to sell, sell, sell. We intend to have a wide variety of stalls and are taking bookings now. This will be a well-advertised fair with paper, road signage and radio coverage. Contact Christeen:- 0877447867. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk
to or just needs someone to listen. We are lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Councillor” Call Carol on: 0876635465. FOUND THIS AND THOUGHT IT WAS GREAT…… My Promise to My Children – For as long as I live I will always be your parent first and your friend second. I will stalk you, freak out on you, lecture you, drive you insane, be your worst nightmare and hunt you down like a bloodhound when I have to, because I love you. When you understand that I will know you have become a responsible adult. You will never find anyone else in your life who loves, prays, cares and worries about you more than I do. If you don’t mutter under your breath “I hate you” at least once in your life I am not doing my job properly I NEED YOURHELP If any group or individual has anything they would like to be include in these notes, just let me know. Remember if I don’t know what’s happening I can’t include it. All local news very welcome. FACT OF THE WEEK I read recipes the same way I read science fiction. I get to the end and I think, "Well, that's not going to happen."
Dungarvan Mens Shed
ANOTHER week closes in the Shed, with plenty being done and still plenty more to be done! Work continues unabated in the workshop, with Paudi and Joe cutting timber to replace the boards that are a bit shook around the prefabs, and a fine job their making of it too!
That's it lads, keep up the good work. Also in the workshop, we saw Nicky making his first attempt at a bird table, and an excellent job he made of it. Well done Nicky, the birds will be queuing up to eat at your table! The garden was looking great after the bit of rain we had, and
Tom and Nicky had a right job cutting the grass between the showers, but they persevered and the job was done. And best wishes and get well to Ger Dalton, our greenhouse specialist who has been under the weather lately, hope to see you back soon Ger.
The log cabin made by Paudi.
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Dungarvan’s ‘Ballet Studio’ welcomes Edel Quinlan FOLLOWING a period of restructuring and improvement, and in order to continue to ensure a happy, lasting, and quality dance learning environment for pupils, ‘The Ballet Studio’ welcomes Edel Quinlan on board. Edel, a qualified and registered RAD professional dance teacher, is currently also the Artistic Director and owner of Centre Stage School of Dance in Waterford – a
Edel Quinlan
Dance and Performing Arts School catering for children in RAD Ballet, ISTD Modern Theatre Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre which had its founding roots and years in the Dunhill Enterprise Park. No less than five of Edel’s past pupils have already gone into full time third level education in very prestigious dance facilities. Edel is also very involved with the Wexford Light Opera Society and has undertaken the choreography for a number of performances, including The Mikado in 2011 for their Centenary Year, and Follies in 2012. Edel’s love for dance and teaching began in her formative years when she began dancing as an afterschool activity, and with her father being a professional ballroom dancer, dancing could be said to have ‘been in her blood’ from the out-
set. She went on to train at Inchicore College in Dublin where she completed her major examinations for both the Royal Academy of Dance & Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, and graduated in 2000 with a Distinction. In her final year of study, and competing against a significant number of others from the UK, Edel was awarded a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to Western Michigan University, USA, to study dance performance and choreography for a year. She was also successfully nominated by the principal of Inchicore College for a grant for exceptionally talented students studying abroad. As early as 2007, and at junior level, Edel entered her fledgling studio dance students in the Irish National Dance Championships as a yard-
Major Ballet Candidates (From Left to Right): Saoirse Finn, Eimear O’Shea, Lorna Lyons, Jill Harrison.
stick to measure the standard of her school. Dancers participating, impressed judges from the USA & UK so much that they brought home three first places and won overall trophy for Best Group! Also in the Irish National Dance Awards, Edel’s choreography and students have won the Best Overall Group in the Irish National Dance Awards for three years in a row. In addition to these, and other dance showcase opportunities, Edel’s students have performed in Wexford Festival Opera, Longford Dance Festival, and with Wexford Light Opera Society. Edel is already looking forward to a busy year ahead with The Ballet Studio, with the first milestone being the opportunity to participate in a performance of ‘The Nutcracker’ at the Theatre Royal in Waterford City on the 29th
November, and ballet exams in 2014 through either, or both, the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), and the American Performance Awards programme; both being syllabi through which pupils are already being taught. Please note, Classes will
commence again on Monday, 8th September at the Causeway Tennis Club. In order to maximize your child’s learning environment, class sizes are however limited, and we would encourage anyone wishing to register to contact either Lara (086-6035756) or Edel
(085-1341980) in order to confirm your child’s place at your earliest opportunity. Further enquiries may also be directed to us through the above telephone numbers, or through the Ballet Studio Facebook page, and by email at balletdungarvan@gmail.com
RAD Ballet Exams: (From Left to Right): Leah Kirwan, Oonagh Dunford, Aoife Queally, Eimear Walsh.
Junior Students: (From Left to Right): Caomhlinn Roche-Caulfield, Caoimhe Walsh, Millie Sloan.
Providing a career kickstart to upcoming musicians and artists FOR every successful artist there are maybe a thousand that just missed out on their big break. That can all change now with the launch of Emergeination, an innovative online platform. Giving artists and performers the chance to build a career from their passion whilst making a genuine living. Running from the 29th August until 28th October they are celebrating their launch through a special Kickstarter campaign to give early
adopters the chance to get aboard before anybody else. Created by singer/songwriter and professional choreographer Susanna Westwood following her real experiences of being signed to a major label at the start of her career as well as working as a dancer in New York City. With the aim of giving anyone the opportunity to easily get online and start selling their unique work, whether mp3 downloads, digital prints, custom cloth-
ing and so much more. “We have had so much support from so many people whilst developing this project throughout the past year I really wanted to find a way to give something back that felt right. Kickstarter is an amazing place that artists are already using to get the opportunity to begin their work. It seemed like a perfect match to give them a place to follow up with and continue to sell and to learn all about the
industry from people who are already there,” Susanna Westwood CEO Emergeination – Singer Songwriter. With 5 categories covering Artist, Dancer, Fashion Designer, Filmmaker and Musician, alongside a host of expert advice and guidance with innovative, unique training courses. All available as special one time only deals exclusive through the Kickstarter Campaign. Even if you are not an artist Susanna
has made sure that there is something available for everyone including the chance to hear a number of exclusive demos from her latest album for everyone who supports with €1 or more, with discounted membership and even the chance to spend the day with Susanna and get an honest insiders advice on making it as an artist for those that invest more. To discover more about the campaign head over to www.emergeination.com
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The new Helvick Head RNLI Lifeboat, the Robert Armstrong, pictured at its launch last Saturday at Naming Ceremony and Service of Dedication at Helvick.
Dear Mick, Just thought I'd drop you a line to keep in touch. I hope this letter finds you well. A fortuitous incident reminded me of your good self recently. While visiting the "Rebel" city last week, I found myself at a loose end between appointments. I'd been to the Crawford Art Gallery before and found it a most pleasant way to pass an afternoon. Since the sky was filled with plummeting cats and dogs, I had little choice. On this occasion there was an exhibition "300 years of Irish Art". As I walked through the displayed paintings, I was filled with admiration and pride by works from such artists as Jack B
Yeats, Sean Keating, Robert Ballagh, Louis Le Brocquy, William Orpen, and so on. Then, as I rounded a corner in the main hall, I was faced with this huge (at least 8'x 4'), orange and brown ........ rectangle. In the vernacular of today’s youth, it was 'totes amazeballs'. Some foreign visitors suggested that a rusty pipe had burst in the above floor and left a stain on the wall. Tourists! What do they know? But I knew. Oh, yes indeedy! On closer inspection, my suspicions were verified. It was you, Mick. An exhibit gleaned from the inventive mind of West Waterford's most renowned cultural ambassador.There was a tentative attempt to label the piece by
describing it as "Dogon painting". I suspect the intention was to call it "Doggone", but only you can answer that, Mick. Looking back on your eventful career, you deserve great credit, introducing people to your "unique" form of artistic expression. I admit, I don't know much about art, but I do admire a good sales pitch. To be a good salesman, you must have 'cojones'. Let’s face it, yours, have been seen by most people. Ignore all the many detractors, Mick.Yours is a unique and individual skill. You are a free spirit and should be appreciated as such. But they don't understand you like I do, Mick. Ballinameela Creatives meet every Wednesday at Midi's place around about 7.30 p.m. The great Pablo Picasso once said, "There is no abstract art. You must always start with something. Afterward you can remove all traces of reality."
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Kilrossanty HALL Hall meeting next Tuesday night at 9.00 p.m. in the Hall. COLLECTION Thanks to all who supported the Collection last Sunday for Self Help Africa. SYMPATHY Sympathy to Kathleen Whelan, Kilnagrange, on the death of her brother Jackie Shanahan, Rathgormack, who died last week. May he rest in peace. I.C.A. Kilrossanty Guild will hold their meeting next Monday night in the Hall at 8.00 p.m. WILD FESTIVAL Comeragh Wild Festival will be held in the area from 18th to 21st September. It includes
harvest moon walk to Coumshingaun. Guided walk, storytelling and workshops all designed to showcase the beauty and heritage of the Comeragh Mountains. Full details at a later date. DEISE DRAW No winner for the club in the Deise Draw last Friday night, next draw in Minnies on 26th September. Any outstanding money please pay to Mairead Coffey as soon as possible. SCHOOL Welcome to all new pupils to the two schools in the area and also welcome to Sandra Prendergast who has joined the teaching staff of Kilrossanty School.
Abbeyside Scouts restarting in September OUR first meeting of the 2014/2015 scouting year will be on September 10th at 7.15 p.m. as usual, and we look forward to hearing the news and planning the year! This will be a full uniform meeting, and be warned, there is gear still to sort after annual camp. In August we had a few things happening, more for ventures than scouts. Some of our ventures took part as staff in the Phoenix Competition (the national campcraft competition) held both in Mount Melleray and Waterford city, well done to all involved and congratulations to Brian McGrath and his patrol from Ferrybank Scouts, who won the competition. Other Waterford scout groups also did extremely well, the 7th came 8th and the 3rd came 11th. Given the amount of times Waterford scouts have won this competition in the last fifteen years there can be little doubt that Waterford
Scout County is the highest performing county in the country, and that campcraft standards are extremely high here. Our ventures also did some work in Melleray at the end of July to help prepare the venue for the competition, so well done lads, great work. Annual Camp 2015 will be abroad (no hints as yet), as we come back to our tradition of going away every third year. This will be the fourth year in fact (since we were in Gilwell in London in 2011) but this was by general consensus and because of the fact that the Phoenix was in Waterford this year. So, lots of planning to do for that. We will also be agreeing dates for the Farrell Cup and O’Sullivan Challenge shortly (our younger scouts campcraft challenge with the 11th Dungarvan Scouts) news on that as it comes.
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Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien BOHADOON MINI MART If you want to find a business that will last centuries, try Bohadoon. The township has already produced two commercial establishments that lasted at least 17 decades, possibly even longer. These two long-lived enterprises were the Forge outside Bohadoon Village and Bohadoon Pub. Why Bohadoon? For one thing, it is centrally located in the valley of the Colligan River. Halfway between the the mountains and the hilly ridge that overlooks Dungarvan, it also boasts easy access to the Colligan/Knockanpower side of the river. Even
before the bridge at Lackendarra went up, no less than three fords composed of stepping stones joined Bohadoon to its western neighbours. Back when everyone walked everywhere, Bohadoon's place at the centre of the local universe enabled it to serve the bulk of the parish's farming community. And now there's a new business in Bohadoon. Young Oonagh Dunford has opened a farm produce stand beside the old Forge. On Saturday mornings between 10.30 am and 1 pm, you'll find Oonagh and mum Bríd selling organic produce from their own garden. The Bohadoon
Mini Mart is open for business. There are freshly laid, free range, organic Bohadoon eggs from Bohadoon chickens. The stand features organically raised tomatoes in a variety of varieties. There are plump cucumbers, baby courgettes, crisp celery, pungent bunches of garlic cloves, fat little onions and thick bundles of green scallions. There's even blackcurrant jam from Bohadoon blackcurrants. You can spread the jam on the home baked goodies like scones. Warning: these latter disappear early. Oonagh's first business goal is to purchase a vehicle suitable for local transport
Kilbrien school's exhibit in Dungarvan Show, the Home Industries section, July 2014. Awarded first prize for First-time entrants with their Basket of Vegetables, these were grown and looked after by pupils and teachers of the school, assisted by the parents committee.
needs; that is, she needs a new bike. The neighbours are delighted. One regular customer gives Oonagh's organic produce the ultimate accolade. "Tasty." In coming weeks: the Forge and the Pub at Bohadoon. COOLNASMEAR PARENT & TODDLERS The Group will resume meetings in Coolnasmear Hall on Friday, September 5th, at 11.20 a.m. New members are always welcome to join our mums, dads, grandparents, childminders, babies, toddlers and preschoolers who meet up each Friday morning during the school year. Children play and socialize while adults enjoy a chat and a coffee or tea. It's a great place to make friends for both adults and their little ones. If you are home on maternity leave or recently moved to the area, it is an ideal way to integrate into the local community. Please call Mary on 087-1302048 for more information or just come along on Friday morning. KILBRIEN PARENT & TODDLERS Reminder: Come along to Kilbrien Parish Hall any Wednesday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. We've been meeting all summer and now that the school year has begun again, we will continue to meet as usual. All are welcome. LOURDES HELPERS Reminder: You’re running out of time if you want to sign up as a helper during next year's Lourdes Pilgrimage. Any youth or adult interested in helping needs to get in their name. Contact Kathleen at 0876285249. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com
Elsie Queally with her daughter Alice Browne on top of the world at the recent mass on the top of Cruachan.
Bohadoon Mini Mart - Oonagh Dunford and mum Bríd show off their home grown, organic farm produce. The Mini Mart is open this coming Saturday from 10.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. at the Forge in Bohadoon on the way to the GAA field.
Success at All-Ireland Fleadh AT the All-Ireland Fleadh in Sligo, Etaoin Rowe achieved remarkable success as she won the 'Newly Composed Ballads (in English)' competition with a song titled 'Trip To The Fleadh'. This is an open competition for all ages and Etaoin competed against all adults, many of whom were experienced song writers, despite her being in the 15 - 18 age group for other competitions. This is the second time Etaoin has won this competition, the first time being back in 2008 when she made history as being the youngest ever to win it with a ballad about emigration. For this achievement she received an award from the Irish Ambassador at a reception at the Irish Embassy in London. At the Fleadh in Sligo Etaoin also achieved two third place medals in 'Singing (in English)' and the 'Whistle Slow Air'.
Etaoin is a remarkably talented singer/song writer/musician. As well as her successes in singing and song writing she also plays a number of instruments including the flute; whistle; guitar and mouth organ. This was Etaoin's 9th All Ireland title and she has also won All Ireland medals in six different competitions. These are Singing; Newly Composed Ballads; Lilting; Flute Slow Air; Mouth Organ; Whistle Slow Air. Following her success in Sligo, Etaoin was invited to sing and lilt on BBC Radio Ulster by Colm Sands for his programme 'Folk Club'. Etaoin travelled up to Belfast and sang a few songs for the programme including her successful Newly Composed Ballad. Earlier in the year Etaoin received a request to sing as part of a choir at the Royal Albert Hall for the hugely successful state visit of the Irish
President to the UK. The concert was attended by Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, leading politicians from both Britain and Ireland and well known celebrities including Niall Horan from One Direction. Other performers included Elvis Costello, Paul Brady, Imelda May, Glen Hansard and Donal Lunny. Etaoin led the choir onto the stage and the event was televised live on Irish television (RTE 1). Etaoin had a wonderful time and had an opportunity to meet and talk to the other performers. Etaoin was born in West London. Her mother, Celine (nee Walsh), comes from Kilmacthomas, Co.Waterford and her father's parents come from Co.Wexford and West Cork. Etaoin has many relatives in Co.Waterford and spends her holidays in Kilmacthomas. She sang regularly at the Seisiuns in Dungarvan during July/August.
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New Ballet Studio Starstruck Studios
AISLING BYRNE GAUGHAN Director and Studio Owner of Starstruck Studios. Lecturer on the fulltime Diploma in Dance course at Colaiste Stiofain Naofa and also Lecturer in Dance on the BA in Theatre & Drama Studies at CIT. Aisling is a qualified professional who has actively been working in Dance and The Performing Arts for many years. She has an MA in Dance from The University of Limerick and is a full registered member of The Teaching Council of Ireland. She also holds her professional dance teaching qualifications with The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) in Ballet, Modern, National and Tap Dance. (IDTA) Ballet, Modern/Jazz and Tap & (RAD) Ballet, and successfully enters students for dance examinations in all dance disciplines. Aisling is a highly qualified dance professional who likes to promote a positive and educational experience in dance for all, having graduated from Harrison College of Dance & Drama, London in 1997. Following many successful years travelling and working and performing as a Dancer, in Ireland, England and Australia Aisling a native of Cork returned to Ireland to focus on a teaching career and has to date worked as a Dance Teacher, Mentor and Choreographer to many Students, Companies, Educational Institutes and prestigious Performing Arts Schools. CHOREOGRAPHY CREDITS Stars On Parade ‘14, ‘13 (Starstruck Studios). Cats ‘14 (CADA/Camden Palace Hotel).The Irish Performing Arts Festival ‘12 (City Hall). Beauty and the Beast ‘11, Sinbad And The Sea Pirates ‘10, Jack And The Beanstalk ‘07, Sleeping Beauty ‘06, Cinderella ‘05 (Everyman Palace). Anything Goes ’14, Over The Rainbow ’13, Fireworks ’12, Grease ‘11, Flashback ‘10, Showtime ‘09, Celebration ‘08, Showbiz Kids ‘07 Magical Moments ‘06 Lights Cada Action ‘05 (Cada Performing Arts).Fame ‘12, All Shook Up ‘11, A Tribute To Pantomime ‘10, Night On Broadway ‘09, We Are The World ‘08, Grease ‘07, West Side Story ‘06, Fame ’05 (Scoil na nOg). Danceworks ‘11, ‘05, ‘04, ‘03, ‘02, ‘01, ‘99, ‘98 (Donnas Dance Studio). Cork International Choral Festival ‘14, ‘13, ‘12, ‘11, ‘10, ‘09, ‘08, ‘07 (City Hall). Clean Hands ‘10 (Safe Foods). Hairspray ‘10, Does Your Mother Know? ’09 (Presentation Secondary School, Ballyphehane). Hairspray ’13, Fame ‘12, We Will Rock You ‘11, Abbamania ‘10, All Shook Up ‘09, Back To The 80’s ‘08, Grease ‘07, West Side Story ‘06, Alice In
Wonderland ‘05,The Hot Mikado ‘04, All That Jazz ‘03, A Musical Review ‘02, The Sound Of Music ‘01, West Side Story ‘00 (St. Mary’s Secondary School, Charleville).Time Will Tell ‘00 (Cork Arts Theatre). Assistant Choreographer: A Tribute To Richard Rodgers ‘02 (NEC Killarney). Up The Rebels ‘01, ‘00 (Everyman Palace). Starstruck Studios provides professional, quality dance training for children from 3years in Ballet, Modern, National, Jazz &Tap.We have a variety of structured, age appropriate classes available to suit all ages. We are affiliated to Angelina Ballerina Dance Academy, RAD and ISTD. Our qualified and experienced teachers ensure our students are safe, creative, happy and successful. Examination entry, demonstrations and performances are part of our studio curriculum. Adult classes are also available. We are delighted to continue our Dance Studio in Dungarvan Town. Classes are held on Monday and Friday at The Dance Studio, The Park Hotel Leisure Centre, Dungarvan. We still invite and welcome new students. For further information please contact: aisling@starstruckstudios.org or phone: 087-9601664. THE TERM AT A GLANCE September: Studio Opens Monday, September 1st Existing & New Students. Introducing: DANCICAL – Adult Fitness & Tap Dancing. October: Mummy & Daddy Daughter Dance Day. Students record of achievement award presentation and celebration of new students. November: Theatre Trip Cork City Ballet presents The Nutcracker at The Cork Opera House, Show, Meet & Greet, and Tour of venue. December: Studio Showcase of Winter Wonderland – Dungarvan Town.
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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise OÍCHE CHULTÚIR / CULTURE NIGHT Beidh ceolchoirm den scoth ar siúl i Halla Cholmáin sa Sean Phobal ar an Aoine, 19 Meán Fómhair mar chuid den oíche chultúir. Beidh Dónal Clancy agus Ciarán Ó Gealbháin ag dul chun stáitse ag 8.30 i.n. agus oíche iontach geallta. Níl aon táille don cheolchoirm, é mar sprioc ag an oíche chultúir daoine a mhealladh amach chun an cultúr iontach sa tír seo a bhlaiseadh. Más ea, cuir an dáta 19 Meán Fómhair sa dialann don seans iontach seo beirt de na hamhránaithe / ceoltóirí is fearr sa tír seo a fheiscint ar stáitse. Lovers of music and song will have a unique opportunity to see two of Waterford’s best know musicians and singers, Dónal Clancy and Ciarán Ó Gealbháin, perform in Halla Cholmáin, an Sean Phobal on Friday, 19th September. As part of the national Culture Night, this free concert will begin at 8.30 p.m. and is sure to attract a large crowd. NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAIL – LIOS NA SÍOG – LÁ CAIFE! Beidh lá caife ar siúl ag tigh Tony agus Margaret Tobin ar an Aoine, 26 Meán Fómhair óna 9 ar maidin go dtína 9 san oíche. Baileofar airgead ar an lá don naíonra sa Sean Phobal.Tá tacaíocht an phobail ag teastáil chun an tseirbhís iontach seo a choimeád ar siúl agus seo an chéad chuid den bhfeachtas bailithe airgid i mbliana. Buail isteach ar an lá le haghaidh cupán caife, caint agus comhluadar. A Coffee Day will be held in Tony and Margaret Tobin’s house in an Sean Phobal on Friday, 26th September, from 9.00 a.m. in the morning until 9.00 p.m. at night. In order for Naíonra an tSean Phobail to continue its great service it provides to the youth of the parish, it is now necessary to raise funds. We are starting our fundraising
campaign by hosting a coffee morning / day and your support would be greatly appreciated. RANGANNA CÓCAIREACHTA SA SEAN PHOBAL / VEGETARIAN COOKERY CLASSES Beidh an cócaire áitiúil, Alan Blakely, ag tosnú ar ranganna cócaireachta sa Sean Phobal go luath. Beidh na ranganna dírithe ar veigeatóirí agus beidh oíche chlárúcháin/oíche eolais ar an Luan, 15 Meán Fómhair ag 7.30 i.n. i Halla Cholmáin. Beidh táille €50 i gceist do na ranganna agus baileofar an táille seo ar an oíche. Tuilleadh eolais ó Alan ar 087 637 7769. Local chef, Alan Blakely, is organising Vegetarian Cookery Classes in Halla Cholmáin, An Sean Phobal, commencing with an information and registration night on Monday, 15th September, at 7.30 p.m. A €50 Registration fee will be taken on the night. For further information, contact Alan on 087 637 7769. HÚLAÍ – RANGANNA AG TOSNÚ / CLASSES RETURN Tá clárú ar siúl faoi láthair do na ranganna amhránaíochta agus ceoil a bheidh ag tosnú ag deireadh na míosa seo. Tá réimse leathan ar fáil arís an téarma seo, i Scoil Gharbháin ar an gCéadaoin agus i Meánscoil San Nioclás ar an Aoine. Maidir leis na ranganna sa Rinn, tosnóidh siad ar an 19 Meán Fómhair i mbliana agus críochnóidh an téarma ar an 5 Nollaig. Seo an amhchlár don Aoine: 3.45 – 4.15 - Feadóg Stáin agus feadóg mhór; Bainseó agus fidil (bunléibhéal); buntús an cheoil. 4.15 – 4.45 – Bodhrán; amhráníocht ar an sean-nós, consairtín agus bosca ceoil (bunléibhéal) 4.45 – 5.15 – Rince (tosnaitheoirí); bodhrán II; consairtín agus bosca ceoil (idirmheánach) 5.15 – 6.00 – Rince II (idirmheánach); Grúpaí ceoil (9 mbliana d’aois agus
ábalta uirlis a sheinnt). An costas do rang amháin - €70; 2 rang €100 agus 3 rang €130. Lacáiste breise do theaghlaigh le níos mó ná triúr. Cláraigh roimh 12 Meán Fómhair le bhur dtoil. Breis eolais ó Mary Rafferty ar 087-2714671 nó maryclancy@gmail.com It’s all systems go for a packed term with Húlaí music, dance and singing classes. Classes will be held on Wednesdays in Scoil Gharbháin, Dungarvan and on Fridays in Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn. The classes will commence in An Rinn on Friday, 19th September. There is a huge range of classes available again this year. For further information, contact Mary on 087-2714671 or maryclancy@gmail.com TEASTAS SA GHAEILGE – OÍCHE EOLAIS – 3 MEÁN FÓMHAIR (CÉADAOIN SEO) Beidh Teastas sa NuaGhaeilge á eagrú ag Coláiste Ollscoile Chorcaí i gColáiste na Rinne sa bhliain acadúil 2014-15. Is é Pádraig Ó Macháin, Ollamh le Nua-Ghaeilge i Corcaigh, atá á eagrú. Rithfear an cúrsa oíche sa tseachtain, ó dheireadh Meán Fómhair go deireadh Márta agus beidh táillí 700 Euro á leanúint (350 Euro an téarma). Leagfar béim sa Teastas ar theanga agus litríocht Ghaelach na nDéise. D'oirfeadh an Teastas do dhaoine a mbeadh caighdeán pas maith san Ard-Teist acu, nó a mbeadh tuiscint áirithe ar an dteanga acu cheana féin. Samhlaítear go mbeidh éileamh ar an dTeastas ag daoine a mbeadh cáilíocht ghairmiúil uatha sa Ghaeilge, nó daoine ná beadh uathu ach cur amach a bheith acu ar saidhbhreas dúchasach na nDéise. Tá i gceist Oíche Eolais a bheith ar siúl i gColáíste na Rinne, ar an gCéadaoin seo, 3 Meán Fómhair Meitheamh, ag 7.30 i.n. sa
trathnóna. Beidh múinteoirí an chúrsa agus lucht an Choláiste Ollscoile i láthair chun gach eolas a thabhairt i dtaobh an chúrsa. A certificate in ModernIrish will be available in Coláiste na Rinne for the academic year 2014/’15. The course is organised by Pádraig Ó Macháin, Professor of Modern Irish in UCC. The course will run one night per week focusing on different aspects of the language and literature of the Déise. An information night will be held in Coláiste na Rinne this Wednesday, 3rd September, at 7.30 p.m. Further information on the course is available from Pádraig Ó Macháin, organiser, on 021-4902340 nó p.omachain@ucc.ie PÁIRC UILE AIMSIRE Is féidir an pháirc uile aimsire a chur in áirithe tré glaoch a chur ar Ann Hogan ar 086-1655137. The all-weather pitch in An Sean Phobal can be booked by calling Ann Hogan on 086-1655137. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1520494. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An Sean Phobal branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 nó 085-1520494. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal ar an leathnach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhlucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, seol iad chuig cfdeise@gmail.com nó 058-46664.
Ring and Old Parish Parochial Council News OLD PARISH - CEMETERY MASS We would like to send an open invitation to our Cemetery Mass in Old Parish. This event will take place on Sunday, 7th September. The Mass will be held at 11.30 a.m. with refreshments afterwards in Halla Colmáin.
The event will take place outdoors weather permitting! For more updates please visit our website at www.anrinnseanphobal.ie AN SEAN PHOBAL – AIFREANN NA REILIGE Ba mhaith linn cuireadh oscailte a thabhairt don bpobal teacht go dtí Aifreann na Reilige sa Sean Phobal.
Ceiliúrfar an t-aifreann ar an Domhnach, 7 Meán Fómhair at 11.30 r.n. agus cuirfear sólaistí ar fáil ina dhiaidh in Halla Colmáin. Beidh an t-aifreann ar siúl amuigh faoin aer ag brath ar an aimsir!! Chun an t-eolas is déanaí a fháil tabhair cuairt ar ár suíomh idirlín www.anrinnseanphobal.ie
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An all-inclusive, creative, cultural, weekend in An Rinn Kicking off on national culture night – Friday, September 19th CREATIVE service providers in West Waterford’s Gaeltacht, An Rinn, have joined forces to offer a really different visitor weekend-package kicking off on national culture night Friday, September 19th. The package which includes a choice of accommodation, meals and activities is aimed at small groups or couples who are interested in Irish culture and Irish cultural experiences. A knowledge of Irish is not a prerequisite but a positive disposition to spending time in a largely Irish speaking community is important. There are 22 places available for this weekend with minimum bookings for two people sharing accommodation and maximum for a group of 22 people. The package includes a welcome reception on Friday evening, September 19th, at Joan Clancy’s acclaimed Gallery which is spectacularly located overlooking Dungarvan
Bay and the Comeragh mountains. Special music sessions on both nights can be enjoyed in local pubs Tigh an Cheoil and Mooneys. Included also in the weekend package is a guided walking tour of An Rinn followed by lunch at Café An Linn Bhuidhe, Sunday’s walking tour is of the neighbouring town Ardmore. A guided tour of renowned Irish Language College, Coláiste na Rinne will be given by Liam Suipéil and the Coláiste will also host a unique popup restaurant experience at shared tables, featuring local produce, in a location with spectacular sea views. Accommodation on offer is very high end Fáilte Ireland approved B&B accommodation at either Dún Ard (5*) or Gortnadiha Lodge (4*).The all inclusive weekend is on offer at €150 per person sharing for those choosing the B*B option while the package is available at €130 pps for those opting
for self catering. We recommend checking Trip Advisor for accommodation reviews. There is some free time built into the weekend schedule so visitors can explore the beautiful coast line, experience the restorative qualities of the sea weed baths at Sólás na Mara at Helvick Head (please pre-book), drop in to meet master craftsman Eamonn Terry at his crystal work shop and gift shop in Baile na nGall, check out the award winning pub Tigh Mhuirithe (Murray’s - Irish pub with the best view) or John Paul’s pub in neighbouring Gaeltacht parish, An Sean Phobal (Old Parish) or visit Dungarvan or Ardmore for some retail therapy. Details of the package can be found and purchased on-line at www.deise.ie or by phone 058 46664 or 087 2478615 enquiries can be emailed to myhandsonevents@gmail.com
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Ann and Jack O'Farrell with John Devlin, Tramore.
[Marie O’Shea]
Lyre Heritage News By Marie O’Shea THE PENULTIMATE SESSION! Yes, we have come to the 2nd last Lyre Heritage session of the 2014 season. The summer seems to have gone by so fast. The beautiful weather lulled us into a feeling that it could last for ever but like all good things it must end and next week looks like being our last meeting. We have had a wonderful array of musical (and other) talents during the last few months.Visitors from far and near, returning friends are so welcome! Last week we had Jack and Ann O’Farrell, Dublin and with them came their hosts from Tramore, the Devlins. Myra Devlin is the lady who plays that most unusual instrument, the ocarina. The ocarina belongs to a very old family of instruments, believed to date back over 12,000 years. For the Chinese, the instrument played an important role in their long history of song and dance. In Japan, the traditional ocarina is known as the tsuchibue literally "earthen flute"). Different expeditions to Mesoamerica, including the one conducted by Cortés, resulted in the introduction of the ocarina to the courts of Europe. Both the Mayans and Aztecs produced versions of the ocarina, but it was the Aztecs who brought Europe the song and dance that accompanied the ocarina. The ocarina went on to become popular in
European communities as a toy instrument. Its earliest use in Europe dates back to the 19th century in a town near Bologna, Italy, where Giuseppe Donati transformed the ocarina from a toy, which only played a few notes, into a more comprehensive instrument (known as the first "classical" ocarinas).The word ocarina in the Bolognese dialect of the Italian language means "little goose!”.
There is always something new to see or hear in Lyre. Come along next week and join us in a rousing send-off to summer! Now that September is upon us the ladies are turning their thoughts to preserves, jams and jellies – the blackberries are great this year, and they are free! More of that later. See you on Thursday. Just lift the latch and you are welcome in.
The Ocarina being explained by Myra Devlin.
[Marie O’Shea]
CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO DRAW – Sunday, August 31st Here are the results of the weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw – which took place in Clashmore last Sunday night, August 31st. The letters drawn A. G. Q. V. We had no jackpot winner, so Sunday night’s jackpot will be €2,950 – €20 each went to: O'Doherty’s, Clashmore; Liam Troy, Clashmore; Mary Deady, Kinsalebeg. Thanks to all our friends for your continued support! BINGO IN KINSALEBEG With the Autumn evenings fast approaching, what better way to get out of the house, meet your friends and spend a pleasant few hours playing bingo right here in our own community. Clashmore Ramblers Soccer Club are now running bingo every Sunday night at Kinsalebeg Community Hall starting at 8 o’clock each week, your support would be very much appreciated. ANNUAL BOAT RACE – This Sunday Come boating this Sunday morning, 7th September, here in the village at 12.00 noon when Clashmore Ramblers Soccer Club will host their annual Boat Race, on the river here in the Village. Lines on sale for €2 each or 3 for €5, please come along and join in the fun and sup-
port our club. KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY GROUP NEWS Yoga – Start your Winter activities programme with a little gentle exercise at our yoga classes which will commence in Kinsalebeg Hall, this Thursday, 4th September at 7.15 p.m.This will be a four week course and the cost is just €48. Ring Joan to book your place at 024/94594. CHOIR PRACTICE Choir Practice for the Clashmore/Piltown Choir commences on Wednesday, September 10th, at 7.30 p.m. for all members and any new members who might like to join us – will be very welcome indeed – just come along on the night. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €1,900 Our weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night, our four numbers were 7, 15, 23, 26; we had no match four ticket in the drum. Next week’s jackpot will be €1,900 when our draw takes place at the Old Still. Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Steve Bumster, Modeligo; Marie Mulcahy, Reanaboola; Billy O’Halloran,Tinnock; Shane Dalton, Piltown; Michael Ryan, Grange. Thanks as
Davey and Miriam Griffin with their friends Nóinín and Joan, Waterford.
[Marie O’Shea]
[Marie O’Shea]
ticipating in 5k and 10k and Half Marathons.That's what can be achieved with a little training. Hope to see ye all there. THURSDAY CLUB Don’t forget the Thursday club is back tomorrow, 4th September from 2.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. in Kinsalebeg Hall, new members are very welcome. If transport is an issue for you - no problem – can be sorted too just give Joan a call on 024/94594. SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to heartbroken parents Liam and Sheila, sister June, brother Ross and all the extended Cashman family of Cherrymount, Youghal, on the death of their dearly loved son and brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, brother-in-law and friend Mark Cashman. Mark lived here in Clashmore for just a short time but had already made many new friends, all of whom were deeply saddened to learn of his death on Saturday last. Reposing at Egan’s Funeral Home, Rosary for the happy repose of his soul was recited on Monday evening. Following Requiem Mass on this Tuesday morning in St. Michael’s Church, Glendine, cremation will follow at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy. May he sleep in peace.
Ballinameela Waterford LOTTO RESULTS - 1st SEPTEMBER, 2014 Winning numbers were: 3, 6, 9. No winner. €20 winners: The Lumberjacks, Aglish; Charles Chavasse, Cappagh; Bernie McHugh, Ballinameela; Patrick Harrington, Knockalara; Catherine Healy, Knocknaskeagh. Next week’s jackpot €3,200 and the draw will take place in the Kereen Bar.
Three singers! Helen, Heather and Geraldine Carroll.
always to all our supporters. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our weekly Clashmore 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar on Monday night, our top prize winners this week were Tony Keane and Gabriel Hynes on ten games. In second place on eight games we had Tom Osbourne and John Motherway. In third place jointly on seven games each we had Margaret and Dan Leahy, Mairead and Michael Fahey. Best of the last five were Liam Curran and Jack Douris and our lucky last game winners were Hannah Lucas and Mary O’Donovan. Cards as usual on Monday night at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. FIT4LIFE We are also reminded of the Aglish Fit4Life weekly sessions which have returned after the Summer break. This is a wonderful opportunity to take some gentle exercise and lose a few pounds in the process over the next couple of months. Please feel free to come along and join us and run, walk or crawl a few kilometres every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 p.m. We are especially looking for some more walkers to join us. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to Children’s Hospital Crumlin. A number of our running group are now par-
Dungarvan Taekwon-Do Club CLUB re-opens this week after a well-deserved months break. It’s been a busy Summer with Mr. Joel White promoted to Black Belt at the start of June in Cork. Candidates for Black Belt were tested on fundamental movements, kicking, patterns, step sparring, free sparring, self-defence, power breaking, special technique and theory. Joel passed his grading with noted high marks for technical ability and content.We had our National Summer Camp in Newtown College Waterford in July – four days of excellent training under Mr. Tomaz Barada three times World Taekwon-Do Champion, six times European Taekwon-Do Champion, four time world Kickboxing WAKO Champion with a record of 84 and 0. Mr Barada is Slovenia’s national coach and also travels throughout the world giving seminars. We also had our Club grading’s and the Dungarvan TKD Summer Camp. Busy season ahead with European Cup in Budapest in October and Irish Cup in November, so back to training everyone and hope to see a few new faces.
Orienteering FOR those of you not going to the big match at Croke park, come and try your hand at orienteering. Waterford Orienteering club will host the second round of the South East orienteering league takes place at Woodstock gardens on Sunday, September 7th. The event will be signposted from Inistioge, County Kilkenny with starts between 11.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m.Thank you to Kilkenny Council for permission to use the superb gardens. This a short course event so there are 3 courses: long (4.1km, 22 controls), medium (3.2 km, 19 controls) and short (1.9km, 10 controls). Online registration is now open via the blog: waterfordorienteers.blogspo t.com The leading results from the event held at Kennedy
Park, County Wexford were: Long Course: 1. John Casey (Wato); 2. Agris Kraminis (CorkO); 3. Conall Whelan (CNOC) Medium Course: 1. Liisa Honkasaari (Wato); 2. Fionn Whelan (CNOC); 3. Lorna Aylward Short Course: 1. Alan Pim (Wato); 2. Jim Dulig; 3. Louis Sullivan (Wato) Congratulations to Robert Pim and Conall Whelan on their selection for the Junior Home Internationals in Oban, Scotland; to Robert who competed for Ireland in the European Youth Championships in Macedonia during the Summer; and to Jeni Pim who will carry the Waterford flag to the Veteran Home Internationals in the Forest of Dean in Wales shortly.
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Cois Bhride 10 year old group at the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Tallow GAA Grounds, organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
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September Exhibitions in Old Market House Arts Centre The Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan is currently showing ‘Coastline Stories’ by Co. Waterford Seaside Artist in Residence Annabel Konig. This project funded by the Arts Office has been a year long exploration of the coastal towns and their surroundings in County Waterford. Concentrating in particular on the changes which occur annually from September to May, in the off-season. The project consists of photographs, drawings,
found objects and stories. Killea Boys National School, Dunmore East availed of a schools residency during the project. Also showing is ‘Lapus Lazuli’ by Waterford artist Denise McAuliffe. A graduate of WIT and soon to commence a Masters in Fine Art at N.C.A.D., Dublin. Denise calls upon 1960's pop art and abstract expressionism to illustrate her personal style.The heavily layered artworks of paint and plaster in bold colours are the basis for
this exhibition. ‘Market 14’ continues in the upstairs gallery with works from a variety of artists from the region. New this month are paintings by Ann Brennan, Pamela Silin Palmer & Louise O’Riordan. The Arts Centre is open Tuesday to Friday, 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (lunch 1.30 p.m. to 2.30 p.m.) and on Saturdays 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.These exhibitions continue until October 4th, 2014. Admission is free and all are welcome.
The Hermitage Museum in Russia
Donna’s Equine Sanctuary THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU We held a BBQ in Quill’s Bar at the Master McGrath on Saturday, 23rd August. We would like to sincerely thank all the sponsors and helpers for making this a great evening. Neil Parks and staff at Quill’s Bar were fantastic. Liam Rossiter Butchers sponsored the meat. Mike and Gill from Jitterbeans sponsored the salads and sauces. Mary Clancy organised some fantastic trad Irish music for the ambiance. We had some great raffle prizes donated from the Equine Warehouse, Seasons, Jitterbeans and some lovely prizes donated by committee members. At the moment we are busy organising
for the Winter. We are looking for hay donations. As this year was a bumper year for hay we are asking farmers/anybody with hay if they might donate a few bales. Doesn’t have to be a lot but any will go a long way to making life easier. It can be collected if it is easier to the donators. We hope to hold a car boot sale later this month. More details to follow. Our operation is solely funded by charitable donations and fundraisers. We are on Facebook and we are always looking for more help, more funds, more equipment. So please feel free to contact any of our committee members. Sharon, our committee secretary on 089 455 7957 or Alison, our treasurer 085 178 3811.
SGC Cinema are hosting a live performance of The Hermitage Museum in Russia, it celebrates its 250th Anniversary. It takes the audience on a thrilling journey of the Museum's history. Date: Tuesday, 9th September, at 8.30 p.m. Tickets available for members at the Museum, Friary St., at a reduced rate. First World War Waterford Casualty List Week Ending 5th September Surname First Name Service No Casey Nicholas 14535 Clarke Richard 2297 Thomas
Rank Gunner Pr n.s.
Service Army Army I.Volunteers
Unit R.Gar.Art.1Mt.Bat I.Guards 1Bn Carrick Bn
Where Born Tramore Waterford Carrick
Death Category Died Killed in Action Died
Date of Death 01/09/1914 04/09/1914 00/09/1914
Moneymatters
What is MABS? MABS, the Money Advice and Budgeting Service, is: • FREE • INDEPENDENT • CONFIDENTIAL • NON-JUDGMENTAL MABS provides advice to people who are having difficulties with managing their money or are in debt. We are a national service with over 60 offices around the country. We also operate a National Helpline:
(Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. on 0761 07 2000). Our website, www.mabs.ie also provides information and advice on managing money and dealing with debt. Please Note: MABS does not give out any money, nor do we give financial advice to our clients on investments or specific financial products. Details of how you can contact the local MABS office for an appointment are
as follows: The Money Advice & Budgeting Service is based at Civic Offices, Davitts Quay, Dungarvan (Tel 0761 07 2770 – Fax 058-45296) and provides a service throughout the West Waterford area. It is part of the national MABS Service and is free, confidential and independent. Visit our web site at: www.mabs.ie Phone MABS Helpline 0761 07 2000 Email helpline@mabs.ie
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CBS First Year Students 2014/2015 – Front row left to right Anthony Kelly, Year Head; Paul Sheehan, New Principal; Brenda Kirwan, Deputy Principal and Peter Morley, Year Head.
[Pat Crowley]
D u n g a r va n N o N a m e C l u b ( F U N W I T H O U T A LC O H O L ) OPEN FOR MEMBERSHIP NOW! Dungarvan No Name Club is now seeking applications from young people who wish to join us.The No Name Club year operates alongside the school year and so we begin anew each September. Membership is now open to all teenagers from West Waterford who are in the TY/5th Year/6th Year age group, irrespective of which school they are in (or even if they are not in school at all). This week we will visit the four Secondary Schools in Dungarvan and we will talk to students about joining the No Name Club. In each of these schools we will leave behind application forms for membership of our club. Anyone wishing to apply to join can get an application form in the school or can download one online from www.dungarvannoname.net/join-us/ and return the completed forms to the school. Young people from West Waterford who are not attending a school in Dungarvan are of course most welcome to join us also and these people should download the application form as described above and return the completed form to us. Completed application forms (whether through the schools or via our website have to be returned no later than Monday September 8th. People who return their applications after the 8th Sept are late and will not be considered for membership. We only open for new members for this very limited time each September so if you feel you would like to join us now is the time to apply. If you are applying, remember that you will need to be available most Wednesday nights and sometimes at weekends also for club events. For safety and control reasons membership of Dungarvan No Name Club is limited to a certain number.
We usually receive more applications than we have spaces available, so unfortunately we then have to have a selection process for membership. People who apply for membership are not guaranteed a place, but will be invited to a Recruitment Event which will be held on Wednesday, 17th September at 7.30pm. If you want to join up it is vital that you attend this meeting when we will conduct our selection process and explain more about the club and what we do. JUNIOR CERT RESULTS DISCO The Junior Cert Disco is all set to go in Creation on Wednesday, 10th September (providing the results are released on that date).We wish all the best to everybody awaiting their Junior Cert results and we hope that many of these people now headed for Transition and 5th Year, will avail of their opportunity to join us in the No Name Club for the exciting year ahead.We have held very successful (and safe) Junior Cert Discos for the past several years and this year’s Disco promises to be great also. If you are coming to celebrate at our Disco please note that ALL No Name Club events are strictly non-alcohol. We will be checking for this at the door so please don’t spoil your results night by drinking alcohol beforehand, and then not getting into our Disco when we check you on the door. The Disco starts at 9.00 p.m. and finishes at 11.30 p.m., it is open to all teens from third year upwards. Tickets are available on the night and are priced at €10. WHAT IS THE NO NAME CLUB? Dungarvan No Name Club is a club for young people (c. 15-18 year olds) which meets each week in the wonderful Fusion Centre usually on Wednesdays from September until May. We aim to provide interesting and fun activities for our members and, from
time to time other events which are open to all the young people in the area. No Name sets out to provide a positive alternative for our young people. We want to prove that it is possible to meet up with your friends and have fun free from the pressures of alcohol or drugs. As well as the weekly meetings members attend many events where we meet up with young people from other clubs from around the country. These events include weekends away, the formal dress ball at Easter, various trips and talent competitions where everyone gets a chance to strut their stuff on stage. The one certain thing about the No Name Club is that you will meet new people and make great new friends. GRADUATION CELEBRATION On Friday, September 12th, we will hold our Grad Night to honour and celebrate the outgoing club members from 2013/2014. The event will be held in Fusion and we are currently preparing for this event so be sure to come along for what is always a great night. All graduates will be formally invited by text to the event and we need them to reply and let us know in advance that they are attending so that so that we can prepare the slides and get the food organised. CONTACT DETAILS Dungarvan No Name Club can be contacted on 0872782825. Check us out on facebook at www.facebook.com/dungarvannoname or on Twitter@DungarvanNoName DIARY DATES Monday, 8th August Closing Date for Membership. Wednesday, 10th September - Junior Cert Disco in Creation. Friday, 12th September Grad Night in Fusion. Wednesday, 17th September - Selection night for new members.
Pictured at the St. Augustine’s Debutants Ball 2014 which was held in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan, were - Back row from left: Aidan Bergin, Patrick Collins, Michael Kavanagh, Teacher, Oscar DePaor and Ronan Cregan. Front: Conor Lavelle, Conor Kavanagh, Ger Crowley, Tayler Auckland and Paul Murphy. [Sean Byrne]
ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE
New School Year at Árd Scoil na nDéise AS we start a new school year at Árd Scoil na nDéise we say goodbye to another group of Leaving Certificate students. We want to congratulate them all on their excellent results and wish them all the best for their future. While our Leaving Certificate students embark on their future outside of the Árd Scoil and our Junior Certificate students await their result we welcome our new first year students to the school. A very special welcome to all of the
visiting students joining us from Spain, Germany, Denmark and Canada for the year. This year also sees the retirement of several members of staff, Colette Power, Mary Ashe, Valerie Coughlan, Margaret Dennehy and Eibhlín Power; we wish them a long, happy and healthy retirement. We also wish a warm welcome to our new staff members Joanne Brosnan (Deputy Principal), Layla Caulfield, Sara Flavin and John O’Shea.
R.I.P. SR. PAULA BUCKLEY AND SR. IMELDA CAREW It was with great sadness that we heard of the tragic deaths of Sr. Paula Buckley and Sr. Imelda Carew. Both Sr. Buckley and Sr. Carew had links with the Presentation with Dungarvan. Sr. Buckley was the Principal of St. Joseph’s Presentation Secondary School before joining the staff at Árd Scoil na nDéise and Sr. Carew has a sister in the Presentation community Dungarvan.
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Incoming 1st Year students with their mentors – back row left to right: Caoimhe McGrath (mentor), Rebecca Flynn (mentor), Ms. Ailbhe Ní Neachtain (Principal), Emily Conroy, Katelyn O’Brien Landy, Maggie O’Leary, Aeva-May Conway, Ella Crow, Isabel Connors, Alice Hahesy (mentor), Megan O’Connor (mentor). Front row left to right: Clarice O’Brien, Emily Murphy, Victoria O’Hara, Sheena McGuckian.
ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE
Transition Year Work Experience TRANSITION Year students started their year with an induction day
under the guidance of the TY Co-ordinator Ms. Nollaig Sheehan. Part of the
Shane Moloney (3rd Year) on “Cappagh Sparrow” winner of the 138cms National Pony Final at National Pony and Young Rider championships which took place in Ennis recently. Shane also won the Children on Horse competition with his horse “Valtaire” making Shane double national champion to add to his many successes over the showjumping season 2013/2014. Congratulations Shane.
Induction Day included a talk from Dr. Joseph Moynihan on the benefits of Work Experience for the year. He encouraged the students to make informed choices, in as much as possible, with regards to their work experience. He emphasised the impact that Work Experience has on future careers and in particular how it would influence the students in their choice of subjects for Leaving Cert. DEBS BALL The Park Hotel was thrumming with glitz, glamour and excitement on Thursday last as the students of the Leaving Certificate class of 2014 arrived to celebrate their coming of age at the annual “Friary” debs ball. Parents, teachers and friends gathered outside to welcome the debutants and admire the style. Following a photo session the party goers enjoyed a delicious meal and later danced the night away to the music of UV5. Many thanks to Mr. Pat Knightly and the debs committee who organised the function. Thanks also to Pierce and the staff of The Park Hotel.
Pictured at the St. Augustine’s Debs Ball were Megan O’Gorman, Cathal O’Donovan, Eleanor Slater, Patrick Curran, Eimear Shanley and Jack Mullaney.
Pictured at the St. Augustine’s Debs Ball were Jessica Dwyer and Lucia Byrne.
Pictured at the St. Augustine’s Debs Ball were Róisín Duffy and Gemma Wyley.
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A tribute to the late Bridget (Bridie) O’Leary ‘A Celebration of Life’
THE death of Bridget O’Leary (nee Cowming) of Aglish in Toor, Dungarvan occurred just before midnight on Tuesday 26th August, 2014. Bridget, known as Bridie to all that knew her, lived a fulfilled life with her family and many friends. She was well respected in the community and held a wonderful sense of style - not just in dress, but also in character. Bridie was born to Harry and Mary-Ann Cowming on Sunday, 9th March, 1930, in the Burgery in Abbeyside, Dungarvan. Unfortunately, due to suffering a long illness with Tuberculosis, Bridie spent most of her childhood years in a sanatorium for treatment. Because of its contagious nature, Bridie was isolated from society and remained separated from her Mother and siblings for many years. Her father took on the task of educating his daughter in the sanatorium in order to afford her the same
opportunities as anyone else in life. At one point, Bridie was anointed as she became very weak in her illness and was expected to die. Fortunately, a miraculous recovery took place in her late teens and she returned to a world she vaguely remembered. From that moment on, life could only have improved for Bridie even though she continued to hold and carry the scars both physically and emotionally from that difficult time. Bridie worked in the Bakers shop in Dungarvan and was infamous for baking a special type of bread. Her unique ingredients held a town to ransom for the longing taste and freshness of that warm doughy crusty delight. During her employment with the bakery, the business went through a difficult time and Bridie would work through the night to ensure the order met its deadline. Bridie met the love of her life Bartholomew (Bertie) O’Leary at ‘The Hop’ in Dungarvan. It was a local dance hall at the time and they both enjoyed many fun filled nights of romance, dance and song. Together they were exceptionally talented ballroom dancers and they competed in many competitions throughout Ireland and won many trophies because of it. Their flair for dancing was as natural as the love they shared. Around that time, they decided to move to London to begin a new life together. Bridie took up
Just think of it! “GET BEHIND ME, Satan! You are an obstacle in my path.” Until we read it in St. Matthew’s gospel who would imagine that these words were spoken by the Lord Jesus to, of all people, St. Peter: Peter, whom a short time before this Jesus had appointed to be the rock on which the people of God, the church, could rely: Peter, the keeper of the keys of the Kingdom. What an extraordinary situation! Jesus had spoken about his impending sufferings and death, and Peter, with his impetuous nature, had sought to persuade Jesus to avoid such a fate. Jesus recognised that, if things worked out in Peter’s way, then the Lord’s redeeming work would be frustrated, and that the result was just what Satan, the enemy of mankind, the spirit of evil, would have wanted. So Jesus exclaimed to Peter, in no uncertain terms, that what he, Peter, was suggesting was in fact the work of Satan. Poor Peter! Would we have been any different, any wiser? He had become so attached to Jesus that perhaps for these moments he put aside the realisation that Jesus was the Son of the living God, and thought only of Jesus as the man who had come to be the centre of Peter’s life. It is not easy to grasp the full meaning of who Jesus was, and is: in fact, I suppose it’s impossible. He was a real man, but he was also Immanuel, God with us, the Word who had become flesh and lived among human beings. But he never ceased to be what he always had been, the Second Person in the divine Trinity, infinitely powerful, holy, wise. To remember that this extraordinary, unique person was the man that Peter was walking beside, who fell asleep in Peter’s boat, who sat down and had a meal with Peter and the other disciples: that was the reality of following Jesus and sharing Jesus’ work of teaching. To say “ I believe in Jesus Christ” is a very significant step to take. I think Peter would understand how important it is for us. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.
employment in the Strand Palace Hotel in Covent Garden in the heart of London where she was in charge of the chamber maids. She was meticulous at every task she performed and her etiquette was always maintained at a high standard. Bridie and Bertie were married in a church in Charring Cross in London and a short time later returned to Aglish in Toor, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford where they continued to extend their family. Bridie and Bertie were inseparable as they possessed and maintained that magical romantic but unique connection between them. They spent their leisure time together bringing their two sons and eight daughters to Tramore where they enjoyed hours of fun in their mobile home in Ballinacourty while taking trips in their speedboat. Bridie idolized her husband Bertie; not just for his wonderful characteristics as a gentleman, but for the way he was passionate in the way in which he cared for her and their family. “In 1979, Bridie’s husband Bertie opened a bar in the town named Bertie’s Lounge Bar. It was to be a new and bright beginning for all the family. Sadly, the night after opening night, Bertie suffered a massive heart attack and died at the young age of just forty seven. Although it had been a massive blow to Bridie and her family with the loss of a husband and father, together they grieved and struggled through. Bridie continued with running the busi-
nesses while raising her children too. Bridie always kept a clean home but stood firm with discipline whilst dishing out the many chores to her children. During the later years, Bridie experienced great losses in her life. She lost three of her grandchildren starting with Megan who was stillborn and later, David and Ian who tragically lost their lives in a car accident. Shortly afterwards, she lost her daughter Alice to a long battle with cancer. It was a time of immense sadness for all the family during that period in her life. Whilst in remembrance of her husband Bertie, her daughter Alice and her grandchildren Megan, David and Ian, we extend our deepest sympathy to Bridie’s surviving children Bred, Anniemay, Tholim, Eileen, Cora, Tom, Cathy Martina and Denise. Also to her grandchildren Nicola, Lorraine, Miranda, Tara, James, Kian, Tholim, Roberta, Mark, Derek, Garreth, Tom, Tamara, Tia, Aidan, Tony, Conor, Claudia, Jake and Sam and her great grandchildren; Teegan, Lydia, Hannah, Farrah, Darragh, Senan and Kyle. Also remembered by her sons-in law Sean, Padraig, Richard, Pat and daughters-inlaw Breda and Sarah, Sister Ellie brother-in-law Chris McGarry, sisters-in-law Bridie Crumpton and Maureen Power. Bridie is now reunited with Bertie and will dance with him among the angels in heaven. Requiescat in pace BY BRENDAN CONTI
JOHN O’REILLY 8 St. Martin’s Terrace, Dungarvan With profound sorrow we record the passing of John O’Reilly which sad event occurred recently. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday morning, 1st September, 2014, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in Abbeyside cemetery. Full obituary next issue. To his mother Monica, cousins and relatives, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
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MABEL (Ciss) RYAN (nee Kiely) Newtown, Ballymacarbry It is with profound sadness we record the passing of Mabel (Ciss) Ryan of Newtown, Ballymacarbry, which occurred on Friday, July 11th, 2014, at her residence. Born in August 1922 to parents John and Mary Kiely of Barranashingaun and Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult. Mabel was married to the late Andrew (Andy) Ryan. She was a devoted mother to her nine children, thirty-one grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren. Mabel lived almost all her life in Newtown. Her main interest was farming which she continued to do right up to her final years. She was a dedicated Church goer and had a great devotion to the Rosary and was of a very kind and charitable nature. Mabel was predeceased by her husband Andy, three infant sons, her sister Bridget, her brothers Jimmy, Larry and Ned and also Paddy and John who passed away in June, and her son-in-law Dave Cotter who passed away in April. May they rest in peace. Rosary was recited on Sunday evening, July 13th, at her residence by Fr. G. Desmond, P.P., and Mass was celebrated on Monday in Fourmilewater Church by Fr. Desmond, P.P., assisted by Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., and Fr. Meade, Rockwell College. Afterwards Mabel was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. A large crowd attended on both days. Music was supplied by Andrea Ruth, Fergal O’Carroll and Four-mile-water Choir. Mabel is survived by her three sons Larry, Stephen and Pat; six daughters Margaret, Mary, Breda, Imelda, Lena and Bernie; her sisters Mary Houlihan and Josie Cleary; her brother-in-law, sister-in-law, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Mabel will be celebrated in Friday, September 12th, in Four-mile-water Church at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
MICHAEL (Mick) POWER 1 Railway View, Kilmacthomas It is with much sadness and regret that we record the passing of Michael (Mick) Power, 1 Railway View, Kilmacthomas. Mick was born in Kilmoylan in 1924, the second youngest of a family of twelve. As a young man Mick went to England to find work but only remained for a month before returning home. He got a job in the local County Council where he stayed for over forty years. He also joined the Fire Service and finished his career as Station Officer in Kilmacthomas. Two years before he retired, his son Jamesie joined the service, something Mick was very proud of. Mick was a life-long Fianna Fáil supporter and served on many committees. He was also a member of the Civil Defence, the LDF and Saint Vincent de Paul and served on numerous other committees over the years. Mick was a keen sportsman and played football for Newtown in the mid 1940s and early 1950s winning Junior and Intermediate medals. Mick and a group of friends, including the late Percy Kirwan, founded the Kilmacthomas Soccer Club that is still thriving sixty-three years later. His grandson Colin captained this year’s Under 11 team that won the double of which he was very proud. Mick had a love of gardening and when he retired enjoyed tending to his flowers. He met his wife Maureen in 1955 and they married in 1960. He was a devoted family man and provided for all his family, raising them all to respect everyone and everything. At home he liked to relax watching Westerns and Comedies. He also had a love of Country and Traditional music and spent many great nights at the local dances with his wife Maureen. About four years ago Mick’s health deteriorated and he had to be cared for at home by his family and sister-in-law Annie whose care and support was very much appreciated. Unfortunately, on 16th July his wife Maureen passed away. It was a terrible blow to Mick and three weeks later on 10th August, after a long and happy marriage, Mick was reunited with Maureen after passing away in his home surrounded by his family. May they rest in peace. Our sympathies go to his sister Ag; sons Johnny, Joe, James and Martin; daughter Eleanor; his son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. Mick’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Newtown, Kilmacthomas, on Friday, 12th September, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements were by Kent’s, Funeral Directors, Kilmacthomas).
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MICHAEL KEANE Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Michael Keane, Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford which sad event occurred peacefully on the 31st July, 2014 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Clonmel surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born on the 22nd November, 1935 to his parents Thomas and Mary Keane. One of four children the late Bob, Joan and is survived by sister Kathleen Hannon (Kilworth). Michael was educated in Touraneena National School and later the Tech, Dungarvan. Michael began his working life as a farm labour in a variety of different farming communities. He was always outgoing and on a occasion while at a dance in Ring Festival, Michael met Eileen Roche, they began their relationship, and it developed from here. In 1971, they married and together they set up home in Ballinagulkee. Together they had 5 children, the late Mary (who died in infancy), Thomas, Pat, Robbie and Mush. Michael took up a permanent position in Waterford County Council in 1972 and remained there until his retirement in 1995. Michael had many interests in life. He loved Irish music and dancing. A keen supporter of both local and national GAA. Michael loved nothing more than tending to his garden.With Eileen their home was their pride and joy. And all who called were always made welcome. Michael was first and foremost a family man. A loving husband to his wife Eileen; a loving and very proud father and grandfather, he enjoyed nothing more than having his grandchildren Aoibhinn and Caoimhe around him. A loving and kind neighbour, a man of deep religious faith who will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Reposing at his home in Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult, on Friday evening rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. On Saturday evening, Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P. recited funeral prayers in the presence of Michael’s loving family and many friends before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. On Sunday morning, funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by niece Mary Hannon-Coleman and grand-daughter Chloe Lawlor. Prayers of the faithful were read by daughters-in-law Helen, Kate and Lucy; nephew Michael Hannon and grand-daughter Dayna Lawlor. The offertory gifts were presented to the altar by grandnephews Kevin and Seamus Coleman.Touraneena Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass. Following Mass, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and a large cortege of mourners. Jim McGrath played the accordion, a lovely graveside tribute to a much and loved and well respected member of the local community and beyond. A Dhia déan trócaire air. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Eileen (nee Roche); sons Thomas, Pat, Robbie and Mush; sister Kathleen Hannon (Kilworth); daughters-in-law Helen, Kate and Lucy; brotherin-law John Hannon; grandchildren Aoibhinn and Caoimhe Keane; Chloe and Dayna Lawlor; nephew Michael Hannon; niece Mary Hannon-Coleman; grandnephews Kevin and Seamus Coleman; relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 12th September, 2014 in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
BRIDIE O’LEARY (nee Cowming) Dún Ard, Na Ceithre Gaotha, Ring, and formerly of O’Connell St., Dungarvan With deep sadness we record the passing of Bridie O’Leary which occurred on Tuesday, 26th August, at CareChoice Nursing Home. Predeceased by her husband Bertie and daughter Alice we offer our deepest sympathy to Bridie’s sons Tholim and Tom; daughters Bríd, Anniemay, Eileen, Cora, Cathy, Martina and Denise; sister Ellie (London); brother-in-law Chris McGarry; sisters-in-law Bridie Crumpton and Maureen Power; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. May Bridie rest in peace. Bridie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening where the Rosary was recited. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Friday morning by Fr. J. Harris, C.C., and afterwards Bridie was laid to rest in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Mount Stuart. Graveside Prayers were recited by Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
OBITUARY KATHLEEN POWER-O’SHEA “Déise”, 9 Landsend, Abbeyside It is with great sadness that we record the passing of Kathleen PowerO’Shea on August 18th, 2014, at home, peacefully in the care of her family. Kathleen was born on the 30th September, 1932, one of 6 children of Michael and Julia Cummins. She married Christy O’Shea from Clonmel in 1952 and they had 5 children. Christy was a carpenter and due to the recession in the early ’50s they emigrated to England. A few years later they returned and settled in Connolly Row and later on to Springfield, Dungarvan.They spent almost 40 happy years together rearing their children.They both loved dancing, in particular ballroom, and looked forward to these events with their friends. Kathleen was a kind, inoffensive lady, a great listener who understood life so well. She had many good friends who were with her up to the end. Kathleen loved to go for walks and anything that involved family. Kathleen loved children and was a childminder over the years. Those children now adults never forgot her and had great pleasure in recent years in inviting her to their most special days. Heartache came to Kathleen in 1992 with the death of Christy. Kathleen was lucky to find happiness again when she met and married Michael (Mickey) Power from Ballinroad. They spent some time in England and returned and settled in Landsend. Mickey was a very jovial, good person and they were very happy. Mickey passed away in 2009. Disbelief and heartache was bestowed on Kathleen in 2012 with the death of her beloved daughter Ann. Kathleen spoke of Ann almost every day since her untimely passing and referred to her as “My Ann”. This was a very heavy cross for Kathleen but she took some solace in the happy times; their shopping trips, the many holidays together and their great love of fashion. Kathleen is predeceased by her parents Michael and Julia Cummins; her husbands Christy and Michael; her daughter Ann; her brothers Michael and Jimmy. She is survived by her brother Chris and by her sisters Mary and Eileen. May Kathleen rest in peace. Kathleen’s remains lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home with Rosary on Tuesday evening, August 19th. Following prayers recited by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P. (Abbeyside), removal took place on Wednesday evening, August 20th, to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Requiem Mass was offered up on Thursday morning for the happy repose of her soul. The celebrant was Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P. Burial took place in Modeligo cemetery. The Bread and Wine were brought to the Altar by her daughter Julie and daughter-in-law Loretto. During the Mass the readings were read by Sinéad Gough (grand-daughter) and Stephen Stack (grandson).The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by David and Neisha Flavin, Sadhbh and Christopher O’Shea (grandchildren) and Kelly Dunford (a special person to Kathleen). We express our deepest sympathy to Kathleen’s sons Michael, Jimmy and Dermott; daughter Julie; daughters-in-law Helen, Mary and Loretto; son-in-law Eamonn Stack; grandchildren Stephen, Nicola, Sinéad, Michael, David, Alan, Shauna, Neisha, Ewan, Sadhbh, Eva and Christopher; great grandchildren Kyla, Cameron, Clara, Charlie, Elisa and Aubree; brother Chris; sisters Mary and Eileen; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. “A mother holds her children’s hands for awhile, their hearts forever”. Month’s Mind Mass for Kathleen will be offered at 9.30 a.m. on Sunday, 5th October, in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.
53 PATRICK (Paddy) HANNIGAN Camphire, Cappoquin
With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Nan Harte (nee Butler), Knockaraha, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford, wife of the late Johnny, which sad and peaceful event occurred on 31st August, 2014, surrounded by her loving family at St. Theresa’s Hospital, Clogheen. Lying in repose at her daughter Noreen and son-in-law Ned O’Rourke’s home Crowhill, Cappoquin on Tuesday from 2.00 p.m. Followed by removal at 7.30 p.m. to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. Followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son John; daughter Noreen O’Rourke; brother William; sister Nora Prendergast; daughter-in-law Margaret (nee O’Leary); son-in-law Ned O’Rourke; grandchildren Róisín and Aoibhinn O’Rourke and Niamh, Sarah, Clara & Seán Harte; nephew Eddie Prendergast; niece Helen Gillman; grand-nieces Amy and Aisling Gillman; relatives, neighbours and friends.
It is with sadness and regret that we record the passing of Patrick (Paddy) Hannigan, Camphire, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving husband of the late Teresa and father of the late Nicky, which sad event occurred peacefully on 4th August, 2014, aged 90 years. Paddy was born 24th June, 1924, to Thomas and Mary Hannigan, Camphire, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford. He was the youngest of a family of four which included Thomas Hannigan, John Joe Hannigan and Maud Kenneally. Paddy attended Primary School in Camphire before attending the CBS Secondary School in Lismore, a journey of 3 miles which he cycled each day including Saturdays. On completion of his Leaving Certificate, he won a Scholarship to Clonakilty Agricultural College amidst stiff opposition and spent three happy years there. After graduating from Agricultural College, he commenced employment in Dublin with the Department of Agriculture as an Agricultural Inspector. In this role he then moved to Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary, where he oversaw the introduction of the Artificial Insemination programme, which was a very exciting period in his life. He subsequently moved back home to Camphire, where he took over the running of the home farm with his parents. Paddy met his wife Teresa Hynes from Knockanore, Co.Waterford, at a Valentine’s night’s Dance in the Boat House Dance Hall in Cappoquin.They were married 3rd June, 1959, and travelled to Croke Park in Dublin to witness Waterford win the All-Ireland Hurling final as part of their honeymoon. Paddy and Teresa went on to have a family of six children together: Patricia, Teresa, Thomas, Lily, Joseph and Nicky. They had a very busy and happy life together raising their family and running the farm. Both were very interested in GAA and spent many happy Sundays attending and supporting their local GAA teams, The Shamrocks and Tourin in their many matches. Paddy was devastated when his wife Teresa passed away at the age of 73 on 13th April, 2000, followed by his son Nicky's death on 13th August, 2001. At this time in his life, Paddy relied on and appreciated the daily visits from his local neighbours and in recent years the twice daily visits from Carmel. He also looked forward immensely to the weekly visits from his children and grandchildren, who numbered sixteen at the time of his death. He was an excellent father and had an enormous interest in his children's and grandchildren's daily pursuits. His memory was to be envied and he sought daily updates of each of his grandchildren's activities. His constant and faithful companion ‘Scotty’ was always at his side and provided great company to Paddy in recent years. In later years, Paddy, who had an avid interest in GAA all of his life, followed the Inter County matches on television and radio each weekend. He supported Waterford Hurling with a passion. Paddy passed away peacefully sitting in his chair at his home in Camphire with his loyal companion ‘Scotty’ by his side. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Monday evening by Cappoquin Rosary Committee member and neighbour Finbar Power in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends. On Tuesday evening removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family and many friends. On arrival to St. Mary’s Church, his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. Symbols representing Paddy’s life were presented to the Altar by Paddy’s grandchildren Nicola and Darragh Moran – picture of Paddy’s beloved dog ‘Scotty’ and a Waterford hurling headband; Cormac and Kevin Rowe – picture of Paddy and his wife Teresa and a hurley and a sliotar; Keelin and Oisín Hannigan – a potted plant and Paddy’s reading glasses; Shane Carey presented Paddy’s radio; these symbols were narrated by grand-daughter Sinead Rowe. Readings during the Mass were recited by daughter Patricia and son Joe. Prayers of the Faithful were read by son Tommy, daughters Lily and Teresa, grandchildren Michelle Rowe, Michaél Hannigan, Ciarán Carey and Darragh Moran. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass. The offertory gifts were presented to the Altar by grand-daughters Sinead and Michelle Rowe. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Cappoquin. Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., officiated the graveside prayers where Paddy was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to by his loving daughters Patricia Carey,Teresa Moran and Lily Rowe; sons Tommy and Joseph; sons-in-law Kieran Carey, Billy Moran and Joe Rowe; daughters-inlaw Margaret and Debbie; grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 13th September, 2014, in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, at 7.30 p.m.
(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
NAN HARTE (nee Butler) Knockaraha, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford
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Letters to the Editor … Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.
Final call for Stroke Awards Nominations
10 year old plus Group at the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Lismore GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Dear Editor, On behalf of the Irish Heart Foundation, I invite your readers to celebrate life after stroke by nominating stroke survivors for our charity’s fifth national Stroke Awards this December, hosted by RTE broadcaster Marty Whelan. Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, our Stroke Awards pay tribute to the courage and bravery of stroke survivors and their carers from all around the country. Nominations can be made in any of the following categories: Young People’s Bravery Awards, Adult Bravery Awards, Carer’s Award and the Boehringer Ingelheim Stroke Champion Award. I call upon your readers to look within their communities, for someone who has shown exceptional courage after surviving a stroke, or who has gone above and beyond the call of duty in caring for someone affected by stroke or in raising awareness of this condition.The closing date for nominations is September 19th and I encourage everyone to start nominating today. Visit www.stroke.ie for a nomination form or contact Emma Jane Morrissey on (01) 668 5001 or emorrissey@irishheart.ie Yours sincerely, BARRY DEMPSEY Chief Executive Irish Heart Foundation
‘Thank You’ from Oxfam
9 year old Group at the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Lismore GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
St. Mary’s Parish, Dungarvan 23rd SUNDAY in Ordinary Time – Ezekiel 33:7-9 If you do not speak to the wicked man, I will hold you responsible for his death. Romans 13:8-10 Love is the answer to every one of the commandments. Matthew 18:15-20 If he listens to you, you have won back your brother. Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Continues this Monday at 7.30 p.m. and continues each Monday evening until Monday, October 20th. No Morning Mass on Mondays during the Novena. Icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help – An icon is written, not painted. The writer spends a long time in prayer, fasting and reflecting on the subject of the icon. While he works he prays. The artist knows that one day he will pray before this icon, which why he takes such great care with his work. It conveys a beautiful spiritual message. Not only is the finished work an object of beauty and something to be admired. It tells a story and is a source of prayer. Everything in the
icon has a meaning. The colour in the background, the people in it, the colour of the clothes they wear, their position in the icon, their relationship to each other and their relationship to each one of us. The golden background symbolises heaven, our true home. Back to school – Our thoughts and prayers are with all our young people as they begin another school year. We wish them well. May they learn together, play together, grow together and pray together. Prayer for those returning to school – God our Father, you give us all that is good, bless them each day, be with them in their work and in their play. As they grow in mind and in body, may they grow in friendship with you and with others.We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen. First Friday Calls – Friday, 5th September, is the First Friday of the Month. The priests of the parish will visit the sick and housebound this week. Anyone who is confined to their home, whether for a short or long period or who is recovering
from illness will be most welcome to receive a visit. A family member or friend is encouraged to contact the Parish Office. St. Mary’s Parish Choir returns this weekend. 2014 is the Year of the Holy Name of Jesus – The aim of the year is that we may be more conscious of the Holy Name of Jesus and use it with reverence and respect and not carelessly and without respect. Copies of the Prayer for the Year of the Holy Name are available at the Holy Name banner. Children’s Liturgy resumes at the 10.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday next, September 7th. Eucharistic Adoration – Eucharistic Adoration in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, St. Mary’s Church, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. All are welcome. Pilgrimage to Knock – The Annual Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Sunday, 28th September, 2014. Contact: Dick Ahearne, 058-54633 or Nora
Curtin, 058-41426. Accord – Pre Marriage Courses 2014 – These courses are held in St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford. 10th / 11th October; 21st / 22nd November. 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. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087-7747870. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282. Weekday Masses – Please note that on the occasion of funerals in St. Mary’s Church, there will only be one morning Mass at 11.00 a.m. (No 9.30 a.m. Mass). Masses already booked on those occasions will be rescheduled for the next available time.
Dear Editor, The number of humanitarian situations across the world right now can be overwhelming. From the morning newspaper until the late night news, we are faced with the suffering of so many in Gaza, Iraq, Syria, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and beyond. There can be a temptation to give into a feeling of helplessness and look away. However, we can help and we do help. I am writing to thank the people of Waterford for their continued support which is making a positive difference. Because of the generous donations of the people of Waterford, the Oxfam shop on George’s St in Waterford has been raising vital funds for our emergency responses, as well as for long-term development projects and campaigning that changes the practices that create poverty in the first place. Over the past year this work has helped 4,700 people in Rwanda to lift themselves out of poverty with a sustainable livelihood along with 3,000 female farmers in Tanzania, provided information to almost 59,000 young people in South Africa on how to prevent HIV and given vital emergency support including safe water to 1.2 million in Syria and neighbouring countries, 850,000 after the Philippines typhoon, and so far 200,000 in South Sudan and 250,000 in Gaza. None of this would have been possible without the help of the people of Waterford. You may think you are doing something small in donating that box of bric-a-brac or bag of unwanted clothes, but you are making a big impact. For example, €8 raised by that shirt you no longer wear could help purify around 2,000 litres of water, making it safe to drink for South Sudanese families living in makeshift camps – people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and now facing a major food crisis. By donating more, we can do more and so I am asking you to consider giving your unwanted clothes, books, accessories and other items to your local Oxfam on George’s St in Waterford today. There is a solution to that feeling of being overwhelmed by what is going on in the world today and it is found in what you already have, or have too much of. As autumn approaches and we begin to swap one wardrobe for another, please donate to Oxfam Waterford. If you have any questions, you can contact Shop Manager Stephen on 051 854 090. More information can also be found on our website at https://www.oxfamireland.org/shops Thank you once again for your extraordinary support. JIM CLARKEN Chief Executive, Oxfam Ireland
FARMING Dairying Post 2015 exciting, but not for the faint-hearted IRISH dairy farmers have good reasons to be optimistic: the strong growth in global dairy demand is firmly founded in demographic trends, and Ireland is one of the production regions in the world best placed to supply the growing demand sustainably and competitively. However, while the long term outlook is very positive, the challenges of volatility and financial management will be hard on farmers.With quotas’ end only 8 months away, both new entrants and expanding farmers must proceed cautiously. NEW ENTRANTS – RESEARCH AND PLANNING We have spoken to farmers who, partly because of poor incomes in other sectors, see switching to dairying as the way forward. Some have purchased milk quota as new entrants, some are planning to start milking next spring just as quotas end, and too many are frighteningly poorly prepared. Some haven’t even approached any milk purchaser to find out whether they would buy their milk. There are or will be facilities in place to help those farmers – new entrant workshops run by Teagasc, availability of a nominal amount of quota for farmers starting next spring, the “Cash Plan 2014” limited incentive programme to encourage new entrants into discussion groups, etc. More incentives for participation in discussion groups and on-farm investment grants will also emerge from the Rural Development Plan for the 2015-2020 period. It is crucial for new entrants to dairying to understand the sector, its co-operative nature, to acquire the dairy-specific skills required, and plan carefully for the investment they will have to make, both on farm and within their co-ops (requirement to share up and/or make some other form of contribution). But what new entrants may need most of all is for a good advisor or consultant to sit down with them and help them assess their situation and work out their proposed business plan. And in some cases advise them against proceeding, or look at alternatives such as collaborative farming. Co-ops also must engage with potential new entrants before they make decisions with potentially hefty finan-
cial consequences. EXPANDING FARMERS – FINANCIAL AND BUSINESS RIGOUR Established dairy farmers have a head start in terms of existing facilities and stock, skills, expertise and understanding of the sector. However, the prospects of growing their business in a volatile environment may well prove just as challenging. There is already clear evidence that farmers are gearing up for production. According to ICBF data, since 2008, milking cow numbers have increased by 146,000 heads, or 13%, despite quotas increasing only marginally. Farmers will have to either restrict the extra cows’ production for the next 8 months to avoid superlevy— but still incur the cost of feeding and keeping them— or produce away, but also face superlevy on most or all of the extra milk supplied. What is also clear from the ICBF figures is that 143,000 extra uncalved heifers are also being kept on farms compared to four years ago, an additional cost, even if all those animals do not carry a superlevy liability. Farmers will need solid, rigorous advice to minimise those short term costs without damaging the herd’s potential. For the longer term, growing stock numbers and facilities, acquiring extra land, etc. will increase borrowing requirements and make greater demands on cash flow. Rigorous financial planning is always needed for investment, but with greater margin volatility, even very efficient farmers could struggle. It is crucial that farmers would not over reach, and would seek to grow output incrementally. VOLATILITY – MANAGING RISKS Risk management is the new buzzword in the dairy sector. As the CAP market management is now only offering “safety net” levels of market intervention in crisis situations, dairy farmers will need help to manage volatility. It is right that industry organisations and financial service providers (banks and others) would develop helpful tools in this area. IFA has made a very detailed tax-based proposal which, if adopted by Government, would help farmers put away cash in
IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary. good times into a specific savings account, to be brought back into the business, and taxed, when times are less good. The IFA proposal also suggests that the funds in the savings account could be used to leverage borrowing to help farmers invest. IFA has also pressed the Irish Dairy Board and co-ops to come together to develop hedging tools farmers could use to lock their margin for a portion of their milk on a voluntary basis – a good example of such tools is the Glanbia fixed price contract. Financial institutions and banks will need to develop new products, but also new attitudes to help meet farmers’ short to medium term cash flow needs. An optimally efficient dairy sector capable of adding maximum value to Irish milk can also provide farmers with quite a bit of insulation from volatility. Co-ops must not go it alone in their post 2015 plans: they must use resources efficiently, including by working with other co-ops. Finally, key to any kind of risk management is for farmers to know and manage their costs, and to plan on the basis of conservative milk prices. EXCITING, BUT CHALLENGING OPPORTUNITIES Demand for sustainably produced Irish milk and dairy products is certainly growing, and Irish farmers are well placed to partake in feeding the world post 2015. Growing production does not only create business challenges, it also creates the potential for greater safety risks on farms – something which we must all plan for just as rigorously. The stakes are high, and strong planning by farmers, with the support of their industry and advisors, will be crucial to ensure that Irish farmers can reap the full potential of the exciting opportunities in dairying.
Round-up … IFA says Minister Coveney to get directly involved and play a key role in resolving beef issues AT a meeting with the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney in Dublin recently IFA President Eddie Downey made it very clear that livestock farmers are angry and frustrated over the way their incomes have been cut this year by price and specification cuts. Eddie Downey said “The Minister said he fully understands the anger of livestock farmers over what has happened in the beef sector and he is working hard to bring forward solutions.” Eddie Downey said the Minister outlined that he will get directly involved and will play a central role in discussions between factories and farmers to resolve the current problems. The Minister said he expects the processing industry to respond positively to the key issues around the Quality Payment System and specifications to suit the Irish beef sector. The IFA President said the Minister and the Department is due to meet with the IFA again. Eddie Downey said IFA is demanding urgent progress and this process must deliver real results for livestock farmers. Eddie Downey said the Minister was clear that beef markets are strengthening and prices in the UK and across the EU are recovering. The IFA President said the Minister must insist that the factories respect the agreement they entered into with farmers on the price grid under the Quality Payment System. It is essential that the unfair specifications cuts on dual pricing, weights, age and breeds that were never part of the QPS are removed. Eddie Downey made it very clear that weight limits are a major problem for the suckler herd and the Irish beef sector. He said progress here is essential to restoring trust and confidence. IFA National Livestock Chairman, Henry Burns said it is vital that the Minister and Bord Bia fight back against the unfair specification cuts, which are extremely damaging to the Irish beef sector and our top quality grass based beef production systems. Henry Burns said Minister Coveney told the IFA he met Tesco to progress a solution to the Northern Ireland branding issue. The IFA Livestock leader said the Minister has to remove the roadblocks impeding the live export trade to our nearest market in North. He said IFA has worked hard to progress branding solutions on this issue and these have now been approved by the Department of Agriculture in the North. Ministers Simon Coveney and his colleague in Northern Ireland Michelle O’Neill must resolve this problem. Henry Burns said Minister Coveney said an active live export trade is essential for competition in the beef sector and with the increase in the dairy herd, this trade will be very important to export more dairy calves.
sectors,” he said. “Minister Coveney must instruct his officials to use those meetings to deliver a package of measures to help dispose of unsold EU stock and minimise any price impact. These measures must be substantially financed from non-CAP funds, and must include the following: • Bring in immediately intervention measures such as APS for butter and cheese, • Help exporters identify and pursue alternative export destinations, and streamline/speed up export related administration, • Eliminate butterfat correction in the calculation of superlevy, • Utilise all 13/14 and 14/15 superlevy funds to support the dairy sector, • Examine the potential impact of increasing intervention prices and reintroducing export refunds for the short term,” he said. “IFA has already secured support for these measures from our Dutch, German and Danish counterparts. We will partake actively in some of the EU meetings taking place this and next week, and expect to secure support from most of our other colleagues,” he concluded.
EU Commission dairy measures a positive first step but continued vigilance is necessary IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary said that the EU emergency market measures announced recently by Commissioner Ciolos were a positive first step, but he urged the EU Commission to continue monitoring dairy markets for further action as necessary, funded from non-CAP sources in light of the political nature of the problem. “The Russian ban has clearly had a particular short term effect on market sentiment, buyer behaviour and therefore prices, in the context of imbalanced global markets. However, Russian consumers will need supplies during their harsh Autumn and Winter months in particular, and buyers will start importing product from other parts of the world, which ought to help rebalance markets,” Mr. O’Leary said. “It was helpful of the EU Commission to open APS for SMP, butter and certain cheeses to help with the short term impact. However, it must also help EU exporters identify and pursue alternative export destinations, and streamline and speed up export related administration. It must also remain vigilant on possible further evolution on EU dairy markets caused by the current geopolitical crisis and ensure that any further necessary supports are enacted promptly and do not come from CAP funds,” Mr. O’Leary concluded.
Producers demand answers Package of support measures for Russian ban hit EU Dairy Sector must on pig price drops IFA Pigs Committee Chairman Pat O’Flaherty has said ‘pig be financed from non-CAP funds producers are shocked and disgusted that pig prices have IFA National Dairy Committee Sean O’Leary recently said the EU authorities had a responsibility to support the EU agrisector in general, and the dairy sector in particular, in the face of the serious impact of the Russian import ban. He said the ban was a consequence of international geopolitical decisions made by the EU, and dairy farmers and processors should not be expected to pick up the cost. Mr O’Leary said Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney and the Department of Agriculture officials attending EU emergency dairy meetings scheduled for the next week must look for a package of urgent measures to be financed from outside the CAP. “While Ireland exports very little dairy products to Russia, a third of all EU dairy exports go there. The knockon effect of the import ban is starting to make itself felt on global markets, and it is affecting sentiment and prices alike both within and outside the EU,” Mr O’Leary said. “The EU Commission has convened a Livestock Management Committee meeting and a meeting of the dairy “Civil Dialogue Group” specifically to decide on their response to the impact of the ban on the dairy and meat
fallen by an unprecedented 16c/kg in five weeks. The average pig price this year is €1.63/kg so 16c/kg is a fall of almost 10%, this is an unwarranted and unexplained drop in prices that producers cannot afford”. Mr. O’Flaherty said ‘Pig production is an industry of extremely tight margins and 4c/kg can be the difference between profitability and falling into the red. A drop of this magnitude over such a short period of time is impossible to cover and farmers are now back in familiar territory, struggling to keep their heads above water’. The poor situation on farms is being exacerbated by feed prices which should have fallen by at least €30/tonne this year but so far have fallen by only €10/tonne and although more is promised, this is of very little value to the farmer whose pig price is now falling short of the feed bill. “Farmers across the country are querying why such a rapid and huge fall in pig prices has occurred. Exports have been very positive this year with both value and volume rising, retail value is also up with bacon and sausages performing very well this year. Farmers need answers and these must be provided by factories immediately, concluded Mr. O’Flaherty.
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ICSA queries lack of Supermarket representation at beef roundtable
Cappoquin Macra na Feirme Executives: Front Row: from left - Georgina Barry, Helen O’Donovan, Marguerite Barry and Donal McGrath. Back Row: Tom O'Donoghue, Nicholas Hannigan, Brian O’Donoghue, Eamonn Begley and Stephen Hennessy. Cappoquin Macra na Feirme held a meeting last Friday, 29th August. The club elected its executives. They are as follows: President: Tom O’Donoghue; Chairperson: Helen O’Donovan; Secretary: Donal McGrath; Treasurer: Stephen Hennessy; Public Relations Officer: Marguerite Barry; Agricultural Officer: Eamonn Begley.
IFA intensifies campaign against factory/retailer beef price and specification cuts AT an IFA livestock farmers’ protest involving over 50 tractors outside the Lidl supermarket in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, IFA President Eddie Downey said livestock farmers are intensifying their campaign against the price and specification cuts imposed by retailers and factories. The IFA President said farmers feel betrayed by the unacceptable behaviour and lack of corporate responsibility on the part of the powerful retailers and meat factories to their farmer suppliers. Eddie Downey warned all of the major retailers including SuperValu, Dunnes, Tesco, Aldi and Lidl, and the factories that the anger and frustration of farmers is at boiling point and the unjustified price and specification cuts, which are severely damag-
ing farmers and the Irish beef sector, must be reversed. The IFA President said Teagasc has confirmed that livestock farmers’ incomes were down by 13% to 22% last year, at extremely low levels from €9,469 to €15,595. He said “With beef prices in our main markets in the UK and across the EU stable and recovering, the current attack on prices led by the factories cannot be justified. Eddie Downey said IFA met with the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney this week on the beef crisis. The IFA leader said the Minister outlined that he will get directly involved and will play a central role in discussions between factories and farmers to resolve the current problems. The Minister said
he expects the processing industry to respond positively to the key issues around the Quality Payment System and specifications to suit the Irish beef sector. Eddie Downey said the Minister Coveney must assert his authority with the factories and demand that they respect the agreement they entered into with farmers on the price grid under the Quality Payment System. He said the Minister must insist that the factories remove the unfair specifications cuts on dual pricing, weights, age and breeds that were never part of the QPS. The Livestock leader said farmers expect Minister Coveney to take a much more hands-on approach in tackling the issues that are negatively impacting on their incomes. “The
Minister must ensure that there is strong competition and transparency in the beef sector. Cattle prices must fairly reflect market returns. We need a strong live export trade to keep a balance in supplies and support viable prices.” He said this move by the Minister is significant and must deliver real results for farmers. IFA National Livestock Chairman, Henry Burns said contracts from the factories at viable price level are essential and especially for the higher cost winter finishing and bull beef systems. Henry Burns said IFA has been working hard with processors in Northern Ireland to try to resolve the problems impeding the live trade to the North. He said, “We worked to put forward branding solutions and these have now been
approved by the Department of Agriculture in the North.” He added Ministers Simon Coveney and Michelle O’Neill cannot allow the supermarkets to reject these labels, which are mandatory under EU regulations. In addition, Henry Burns said Minister Coveney must deliver the CAP direct payments early this year on October 16th and ensure full funding in Budget to provide for a GLAS payment for 30,000 farmers. The IFA livestock leader said restoring confidence at farm level is critical and again called on the factories and their retail clients to reverse the unjustified price cuts. Henry Burns said Minister Coveney must stand up for farmers and his Beef Forum must deliver on the key issues now.
ICSA has queried the absence of supermarket representatives from the Beef Roundtable Forum set up by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Simon Coveney earlier this year in response to the crisis in the beef industry. “Only last week Minister Coveney said on radio that all players in the beef industry were involved in the roundtable talks, but this is not the case,” said ICSA beef chairman Edmond Phelan. “As we’ve seen recently, the supermarkets are dictating labelling policy and also influencing factory specifications, so why are they not at the table? They are key stakeholders in the beef sector and need to be held accountable for the role of their practices in creating and prolonging the crisis.” “Meat factories are constantly peddling the line that changes in their specifications and penalties are as a result of supermarket demands. If that is so, let the supermarkets come in and explain their position and the research behind it,” continued Mr. Phelan. “The last meeting of the forum was held on June 3rd, and Minister Coveney has committed to quarterly meetings.We have no indication yet as to when the next meeting will take place, but we are now asking the Minister to ensure that the supermarkets are represented there.” The beef roundtable forum was set up by Minister Coveney in April and has so far involved farm organisations, beef processors and relevant state agencies. It held its first meeting on April 17th, after which the Minister committed to quarterly meetings, with the second held on June 3rd.
ICSA calls for re-focus on Ireland’s Green Food Production Systems IN response to recent comments by Alan Reilly, chief executive of the Food Safety Authority, ICSA President Patrick Kent has said that the Irish food industry would be far better served by focussing on innovative programmes such as the clover trials at Moorepark than on genetic modification (GM). “The clover programme at Teagasc Moorepark is producing results that suggest that clover could play a role in reducing both the already low carbon footprint of Irish beef and the cost of production,” said Mr. Kent. “From a marketing perspective, it is vital that we are mindful of our green, grass-fed, low carbon-footprint systems of production if we want to have a highly differentiated product to cater for potential US niche markets, and technologies like those being developed at Moorepark can make a significant contribution to this. We should be working to enhance our image as a GM-free food island as it may become one of our unique selling points on the international markets in years to come.”
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57 DUNGARVAN MART FIRST WEANLING SALE Thursday, 18th September, 2014 Entries now being taken. Tel. 058-41611.
Dungarvan Mart Report Bullock Section: 2 A.A. 692 kgs made €1,235 each. 3 Lim. 495 kgs made €1,050 each. 1 Char. 495 kgs made €1,080. 7 Her. 464 kgs made €900 each. Heifer Section: 2 Char. 702 kgs made €1,290 each. 1 Char. 430 kgs made €895 each. 1 Lim. 450 kgs made €925. 1 Lim. 520 kgs made €1,050. Dry Cow: 1 Fr. 755 kgs made €1,025. 1 Her. 750 kgs made €1,020. 1 Lim. 655 kgs made €1,030. Special Entries for Monday next, 8th September 2014: (1) 8 Bucket Fed Hereford Heifer Calves, (5 months old) all off British Friesian Cows. (2) 9 Char. Heifers suitable for breeding. For local producers. First Weanling Sale will be held on Thursday, 18th September, 2014. 2nd Weanling Sale Thursday, 2nd October, 2014. Entries are now being accepted at Tel. 058 41611.
Local Food Hero’s central to Harvest Festival in Waterford City on 12th to 14th September. – Pictured overlooking Waterford City are Grainne Walsh, Owner, Metalman Breweries, Waterford City; Dermot Walsh, Co-Owner, M and D Bakeries, Waterford City; John Crowley, Farmer, Mooncoin, Co. Kilkenny; Paul Nolan, Chair of the Harvest Festival and Group Development Manager, Dawn Meats, Waterford and Linda Heylmann, Flanagan’s Fresh Fish Merchants, Waterford City. [Patrick Browne]
Progress on commonages now firmly in Minister Coveney’s hands IFA Hill Committee Chairman, Pat Dunne, said that following a meeting with the Department of Agriculture this week on the problems regarding new stocking rates for commonages under the CAP, the ball is now firmly in Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney’s court to resolve many of the practical issues involved. Pat Dunne said it is vital
when IFA meet with the Commonage Implementation Committee under independent Chairman Joe Healy next week that the solutions to deal with the many issues are clarified for farmers so as to allow eligibility for vital farm schemes such as the Single Farm Payment, areas of Natural Constraint payments and GLAS. The IFA Hill Chairman
said the minimum / maximum figures that were issued by the Department over 2 years ago must now be taken off the table. Also, farmers who have been farming and looking after their commonages over the past number of years must not be discriminated against and should not have to reduce their sheep numbers. Farmers who want to increase num-
bers should be allowed to do so within the broad parameter of sustainable stock levels and in many instances at a very low level of stock. Pat Dunne also pointed out that the management agreement to get into GLAS should be based on a common Plan drawn up with a Planner with farmers signing into that Plan. If the 50% of farmers and
/ or land area cannot be achieved then active famers should not be discriminated against and IFA will hold the Minister to his commitment that all active farmers will get them into the new agri-environment scheme. In relation to GLAS and €2000 the top-up payments, this must be guaranteed to those who partake in the management agreement.
Coveney meets IFA on beef issues Minister calls for flexibility from factories MINISTER for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD met with the Irish Farmers Association recently to discuss the current issues in the beef sector. As part of an ongoing response to both immediate and strategic issues, the Minister had already convened a forum involving all stakeholders in April and June, which identified a
number of issues that needed to be addressed. The meeting focussed on farmer concerns, in particular in relation to the strict application of market specifications, which is impacting on the price farmers are receiving for heavier cattle. Speaking after the meeting, the Minister acknowledged that beef farmers had legitimate concerns in this regard. “There is no doubt
that impact of price penalties for heavier animals is felt, most acutely, by some of our most commercial beef farmers, who have bred stock for high feed conversion efficiency. Processors need to keep efficient beef specialists in this vital export industry, and every effort should be made to ensure that this sector is developed and nurtured. It is acknowledged
that specifications in our most lucrative markets include a weight component, and this is something that cannot be ignored. There is an immediacy to the pressure on beef farmers at present however, and farmers in any sector need time to adjust to changed market circumstances. Farmers and processors now need to step up their engagement on these complex issues. In the meantime I think it would certainly be helpful if the industry
showed as much flexibility as possible on weight specification in the short term. This would allow a window for the kind of constructive engagement between the parties on both immediate and strategic issues that is essential if the sector is to develop to its potential”, said the Minister. Concluding, Minister Coveney confirmed his intention to continue his ongoing engagement with all stakeholders in the sector on issues of concern.
READER’S QUERIES Qustion: I was talking with a neighbour over the weekend. He had an inspection not so long ago and there was a discrepancy between the CMMS and his herd register. He was fined 3% of his single farm payment as a result. I would like to check out my CMMS to see how it corresponds to what I have in the blue book. Is it possible to obtain a copy of this from the DVO? Can you please advise? Answer: The Animal Identification and Movement System (AIMS) formerly known as the CMMS is the live version of your herd register. It should reflect what is on your farm on any given date. Penalties increase with the level of inaccuracy that exists between the two. Inaccuracies may be present between AIMS and the blue book due to private sales, animal deaths, etc., where the paperwork has not been completed efficiently. Discrepancies may also arise where lost cards have been replaced and have then turned up again after the animal has left the herd, therefore it is important to sit down once in a while and see have you the card for each animal in the herd. If you use the services of an agriculture agent to process your single payment application then they can provide you with an up to date copy of your herd profile. Alternatively if you are registered with agfood, you can download your own herd profile. If in any doubt you can give your local agriculture agent a shout. There are two agents within our establishment. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The awareness is there! We now need immediate change. See www.farmsafely.com For assistance with Farm Safety issues; contact Terence on 087-2430067.
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Teagasc News . . . DAIRYING Clean cows + clean milker + clean environment = less mastitis Reducing the number of mastitis-causing bacteria at teat ends reduces the risk of mastitis. As SCC levels tend to rise at this time of year, it will pay to watch for the following: 1. Milk clean cows Clip tails and udders. Put cups on clean, dry teats. Teats may not be as clean as usual as rainfall levels increase. If so, wash and dry them. 2. Clean up your act Wear clean gloves when milking. Wear clean overalls and aprons for milking. 3. Work in clean surroundings 4 Keep the parlour clean during milking. Be careful with that hose while the cows are still there, or you will create a shower of bacteria. Clean concrete yards between each milking to ensure that the cow standing areas are clean. If cows are being housed, even for short periods of time, don’t forget to clean and lime cubicles and mats daily. Replacement heifer care Incalf heifers are often neglected at this time of year. Small heifers calving down will milk less (450 litres per 100 Kgs weight) and a higher proportion of them will not go back incalf. We don’t want them too big and fat either as they will not milk well or stay in the herd due to infertility. Divide up your incalf heifers by weight. Feed 1.5-2 Kgs meal to heifers who are now below their breed target weight. Based on target calving down weights of the breed, the following targets weight must be achieved on 1st September: British Friesian and New Zealand 403 Kgs Holstein Friesians 423 Kgs Jersey Cross 398 Kgs If a heifer is 20 kgs below target she will need an extra 115 kgs of meal. As the response is greater to the 1st kg fed, you should start now and feed 1kg for 115 days. Priority grass would do the same thing if it is possible to graze the light heifers in front of the ‘ok’ heifers, but if they have too much weight to make up they will need meals and the response will be 0.17 kgs/day extra weight per 1 kg meal fed.
Weanling replacements on 1st September should weigh 182 Kgs(British Fr or New Zealand),192 Kgs(Holsteins) and 180 kgs(Jersey X) . Weigh a few small ones to confirm weights (weigh band also useful). Divide up and feed 1-2 Kgs meal(16%+Protein) to underweight heifers. Do not over feed weanling replacements at this stage in their life. If they gain more than 0.8 Kgs per day from 4-6 months of age, they will put on too much fat.This fat will prevent mammary gland development and subsequently they will have poor thrive. Vaccinate in-calf heifers for Leptospirosis and Salmonella (a two injection programme) in September and also vaccinate weanling heifers for Lepto. Hoose and stomach worms can be a problem in 1½ year olds, so be alert. 14th September nitrogen deadline The amount of Nitrogen you can use now depends on how you have managed your nitrogen use to date this year.You can’t put on any if you have used all of your allocation by now. If you are in this situation, then, if you have slurry or soiled water available you should cover as many acres as possible to maximise the benefit of the nitrogen it contains. All your bag nitrogen must be spread before 15th September. If you spread after that you are subject to penalty and the response doesn’t cover the cost The last day for spreading slurry is 15th October. It would be a good idea to wait till 1st-15th October to spread any leftover slurry because the nitrogen will make a contribution to grass growth/protection in November – a kind of anti-freeze effect. Recommended rates of nitrogen for September depends on stocking rate. Cows per hectare Units per Acre September (Kgs per Ha) 2.24 or less None 2.25 - 2.34 20 (25) 2.35 - 2.44 28 (35) 2.45 - 2.94 20 (25)
Total Units per Acre for Year (Kgs per Ha) 133-175 (164-216) 205 (253) 226 (279) 200 (247)
Low stocked farms, 2.24 cows/ha or less, need no nitrogen because the nitrogen already spread and “background” nitrogen is adequate to grow the amount of grass required. Farmers with 2.44 cows per hectare (1 cow per acre) or more should apply 28 units
Teagasc Tillage Crops Forum THIS year’s Teagasc Crops Forum will take place in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, on Thursday, 11th September, at 2.00 p.m. The forum will focus on the technical challenges facing tillage farmers in the coming year. After a good harvest and growing season in 2013/’14, grain price has dropped by over €30 per tonne, or by over 15% in the past nine months, largely due to a big global harvest. John Bergin from R&H Hall will give an insight into what to expect over the coming six to nine months with an eye to the medium term prospects for grain price. Josephine Brennan from the Cereal Testing Division of the Department of
Agriculture, Food and the Marine will give an update on the latest recommended cereal varieties for the autumn and give her assessment of current varieties. The new Greening regulations and crop diversification rules brings crop rotation into focus. Dermot Forristal, Teagasc crops researcher, Oak Park will report on the on-going research work in Teagasc and talk about results from the long term rotation trial. John Pettit, Teagasc, will give an adviser’s view of constructing a rotation on a farm in Co. Wexford, including the practical and financial implications of rotational changes. Forum participants will get the
most up to date information on Single Payment Scheme entitlements and Greening from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine officials. Growers will hear how the value of their entitlements may change and how crop diversification and Ecological Focus Areas (EFA) will affect their cropping programme for 2015. These topics will then be open to all via a panel discussion with participants from the industry. For further information contact; Michael Hennessy, Teagasc Oak Park, at 087 4158385 or Tim O’Donovan, Teagasc Kildalton at 087 9182484.
Growers question future viability of grain due to low/negative margins IFA National Grain Committee Chairman Liam Dunne said that many professional tillage farmers are questioning the long term viability of cereal production given the relentless price cost squeeze and the subsequent low or negative margins. Any enterprise that is not making sufficient profits to reinvest in its business has no future. Mr. Dunne said, “Input manufacturers, suppliers, seed assemblers and the merchant trade need to recognise the gravity of current situation, cut their margins accordingly and pass back savings to growers for the
current harvest. Longer term there needs to be a serious realignment of input costs to reflect substantially reduced grain prices.” “On the political front there is an onus on political leaders the world over to reduce the role of speculative investors in soft commodity pricing.The massive inflow and outflow of funds in recent years, particularly grains, by the investment community is resulting in marked price volatility and this coupled with spiralling input costs is undermining the viability of many family farming units. In addition, the
operation of price cartels among some of the world’s major fertiliser manufacturers must also be tackled. Urgent political action is needed on these two fronts to curb price volatility and excessive input costs.” Liam Dunne said, “Marginal returns coupled with weather related production risks and increasingly complex compliance rules under the new CAP will force many growers to reconsider their enterprise choice. The industry, if for nothing else other than self-interest, must support growers to get through what is a very challenging financial year.”
acre on the 14th-15th September on the entire farm. Farmers stocked more heavily can only apply 20 units per acre of Nitrogen. Remember it is only 196 units per acre for the whole year. If this hasn’t been used to date you can apply more.These heavily stocked farms will be dependent on soiled water, slurry and background Nitrogen to drive grass growth in Autumn. Soiled water or slurry can be used in early October as a source of Nitrogen. Start improving cow condition now Do it now, as later is too late because it leaves you with few options.The target cow condition score (CS) now is 2.7 or greater. You must identify cows that are thinner than that now and plan some course of action for them. If you wait, they will calve down thin and not milk well next year and not go in calf. One condition score is about 50kg liveweight in a Friesian and 40 kg in a Jersey cross cow. Dry cows need more energy to gain liveweight than milking cows, because they use feed less efficiently for weight gain when they are not milking. To gain 1kg of liveweight/day a dry cow requires 46 MJ ME whereas 39 MJ ME will be required while she is milking. Therefore, you should try to put on weight gain before you dry off cows. The drying off CS should be 3.25; therefore, for a cow with a CS of 2.7 now she has to put on an extra 25 kgs weight (over and above calf weight gain). This cow will have to get an extra 93kgs meal over next 60 days or 1.5kgs/cow/day of a low protein/high energy ration.Your options for these thin cows are to feed meals now, at 2-4 Kgs per day of a low protein/high energy ration or dry off 12-14 weeks before the expected calving date. IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc/Farmers Journal BETTER beef farm walk. A Teagasc/ Farmers Journal BETTER farm walk will take place on the farm of James Madigan, Derrynahinch, Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny (near Knocktopher) on Thursday, September 4th. There will be 2 tours of the farm; the first commencing at 2.00 p.m. and the second commencing at 6.00 p.m.The focus of the walk will be to demonstrate how James has increased his output of beef on a grass based suckler calf to beef steer system. Topics covered by Teagasc advisers and specialists will include: Steer and Heifer Finishing; Autumn Grassland Management; Cow Breeding & Fertility; Animal Performance & Winter feed requirements. This is a BTAP approved event. All are welcome.
TEAGASC/GLANBIA MONITOR FARM FOCUS Week Ending: 1st September, 2014 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
Faha, Kilmacthomas 20.0 4.43 3.74 1.63 11⁄2 816 350 2,100 40 38 (2 week average)
Ballynoe, Cork 15.4 4.49 3.9 1.32 0 948 341 2,000 50 62
Comments: Faha, Kilmacthomas, Waterford
Conna, Ballynoe, Cork
• Will spread 40 units of Pasture Sward per acre next week (final spread). • Cows on 32 day grazing round. • Feeding 1½ Kgs of meal to cows and pushing to fill milk quota. • Stocked at 2.38 cows/Ha on milking block.
• Farm cover is building nicely • Spreading 1.5 bags of 18-6-12 after grazing. • Making some 3rd cut silage this week. • On target for building autumn grass.
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IFA and ICA to collaborate on issues of common concern FOLLOWING a meeting between IFA President, Eddie Downey and ICA President, Liz Wall, in the Irish Farm Centre this week, the two organisations have agreed to collaborate on areas of common concern. Following the meeting, IFA Farm Family Chairperson Maura Canning, who attended the meeting, said: “The collaboration makes sense for both organisations.We have cross membership and many of our issues and priorities are very similar. Farm safety and rural isolation are two of the key issues the IFA and ICA have been working hard on individually. We hope that through collaboration we can strengthen and advance these important issues further.” Another major focus for both organisations is generating support for local communities and economies, ICA President Liz Wall said: “IFA and ICA are at the heart of the community across Ireland. Our joint efforts will focus on community development and helping to
BALLYMULLALA EAST, CAPPAGH 9.31 Hectares (c. 23 Acres) Roadside Lands FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Unless previously sold Thursday, 16th October, 2014, at 2.30 p.m. Park Hotel, Dungarvan • Prime roadside lands with road frontage on two sides. • All in permanent pasture, natural water supply. • 6 miles from Dungarvan within easy reach of all local amenities. • Opportunity to acquire land or extend an existing holding in this progressive farming area. • Solicitor: John N. Murphy & Co. having Carriage of Sale • Maps and Appointment to view, contact the Auctioneers. BALLYCOE, DUNGARVAN 13.65 Hectares – Roadside Lands FOR SALE • Excellent roadside holding less than 3 miles from centre of Dungarvan on the N72. • All in permanent pasture with mature trees and hedge rows. • In good sized divisions. Mains water supply. • The Auctioneers recommend this property to anyone looking for an easily managed land holding adjacent to Dungarvan. For maps and details please contact the Auctioneers.
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Following a meeting between IFA President, Eddie Downey, and ICA President, Liz Wall, in the Irish Farm Centre this week, the two organisations have agreed to collaborate on areas of common concern. Pictured (l. to r.): IFA Farm Family Chairperson, Maura Canning; IFA President, Eddie Downey; and, Liz Wall, ICA President.
develop local economies by supporting local producers and businesses.” Other issues affecting
rural Ireland and IFA and ICA members discussed included women’s pensions, the Fair Deal Scheme and
the stress and bureaucracy involved in farm inspections on all the family. The IFA and ICA will
have further interaction over the coming months to develop strategies to address our common concerns.
IFA meet Tesco on beef, to progress solution on cattle going North IFA President Eddie Downey and National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns met with senior executives from Tesco in Dublin to the discuss the difficulties in the beef sector and branding and labelling issues on cattle exported to Northern Ireland as well as specifications. After the meeting, Eddie Downey said Tesco outlined to the IFA that they will positively engage and work towards finding a solution regarding the branding and labelling issues on Irish cattle exported to
Northern Ireland. Eddie Downey said the IFA clearly explained the complex issues around the branding and labelling of cattle that are exported North and put forward proposals to enable a solution. He said this is a specific issue that requires a specific solution. He said “IFA working with the Northern Ireland beef processors as well as Minister Coveney and Minister O’Neill from Northern Ireland, have put forward proposals that can progress this issue.”
The IFA President said it is very important that there is full support from all sectors to find a solution to this problem and Tesco made it clear that they will engage positively and quickly in this regard. Earlier this week, the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney told the IFA he also met with Tesco supporting the proposals for a solution on the cattle exported from the Republic to Northern Ireland. Eddie Downey said IFA outlined the current price and specification difficulties impacting severely on
beef farm incomes to Tesco. He said the specification for the Irish beef sector has to take account of our high quality suckler beef production systems which are based on grass and later maturing continental breeds. “This is the basis of Irelands top quality beef systems and our marketing drive around Origin Green and Quality Assurance. Forcing a specification based on intensively fed younger and lighter animals would be the wrong direction for Ireland.”
Minister Coveney must convince EU Commission to pay out 100% Single Farm Payments in October IFA President Eddie Downey has urged the Minister for Agriculture, Simon Coveney, to make a strong case to the EU Commission for a 100% payout of the Single Farm Payment in mid-October due to the income crisis in the livestock and tillage sectors. Eddie Downey said that IFA will be raising this issue directly with EU Commissioner Dacian Ciolas next week when he attends the emergency COPA meeting in Brussels to deal with the pressure on commodity prices in the wake of the Russian trade
ban. The IFA President is reminding the Minister that in a similar crisis situation in 2009, a full Single Farm Payment of €1.2bn was paid out in mid-October. He said a full payment in October would help ease the income situation on beef and tillage farms and the impact of Russian trade sanctions. Eddie Downey said that the Minister must also press for an early EU decision on Ireland’s Rural Development Programme so that vital schemes
such as GLAS and TAMs can be opened later this year with payments being made next year. He emphasised that the upcoming October Budget is a real test of this Government’s commitment to address the income situation as direct payments are vital to sustain farm family incomes. Eddie Downey said that IFA has got assurances that Areas of National Constraint Payments (formerly Disadvantaged Areas) will commence to 95,000 farmers on the week beginning the 22nd of September next.
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Music Classes in Ballyduff THE weekly traditional music classes will resume at the end of this month in Ballyduff. Classes in tin whistle, flute, accordion, melodeon, concertina, fiddle and banjo will all resume with our excellent tutors. It is very important that the music students from last year confirm their interest in returning to classes as the time table for the new year has to be drawn up. New students interested in taking up an instrument are very welcome and should contact Sham Hyland on (087) 6878613. ALL-IRELAND SUCCESS Our branch had some very successful competitors at the All Ireland Fleadh in Sligo last month. Cian Smith achieved All-Ireland glory in the Slow Airs on Uileann Pipes and 3rd place in the uileann pipes Under 12 competition, while Eanna Hyland was 3rd in the Under 15 competition on pipes. Emma Corbett was third in both the button accordion and melodeon. The dancers were also very successful with the Senior 4 hand mixed céilí coming 1st and the over 35 set achieving silver medal position.Well done to all who took part, and all enjoyed a great week in Sligo.
Len Graham in Singers Club at Dillon’s Congratulations to Cian Smith who came 1st in the Uileann Pipes (Under 12) competition at the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil which took place in Sligo in August.
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September 7 13 Aries March 20th April 19th
Taurus April 20th May 20th
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Virgo August 23rd September 22nd
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OU may be laid low with a cold or irritating minor ailment. Try to keep your diary free so that you can rest and relax as much as humanly possible now because your reserves are low.
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PART from a tense start to the week, life should be fairly easy. You will be called upon to pour oil on troubled waters that flow around your family and at your place of work this week.
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N what is a pretty bad week for many of the star signs, you should be better off than most. There will be some excellent news about your finances but expect delays in payments that are due to you.
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OU have so much going on that you will soon begin to feel like a juggler. You may not be able to deal with all of it at once, so make priorities and leave the less important items for a week or so.
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TRESSFUL aspects at the start of the week will find you questioning the way you feel about someone close to you. When the week has passed think things through in a calm frame of mind.
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F you manage to keep your temper this week, it will be a miracle. If you do explode, try to avoid the habit of going so far that you can never get back to where you were before.
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SITUATION at home or at work that has been deteriorating for some time hits rock bottom this week and you may be faced with the fact that changes of a pretty major nature need to be made.
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Aquarius January 20th February 18th
Pisces February 19th March 19th
OUR colleagues and loved ones won t know whether they are coming or going and their muddle will spill into your life so try to keep calm and to work out what is best for all concerned.
N what is proving to be a pretty challenging year, this is likely to be a testing week. Relationships have been under strain for some time, and this week they will reach breaking point.
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MY favourite epithet for Len Graham is the Elvis of Irish traditional singers. Len is thankfully still alive and well and singing better that ever but his influence and importance bestrides the world of Irish music just as the Memphis King did that of American music. Len's diligence in collecting and expertise in singing the big traditional songs of our Irish heritage, especially those of the Northern part of the country, as well as his role in its development and diversity within the folk revival (through his role in the ground-breaking super group Skylark and also by his disseminating these songs to the likes of Planxty, Bothy Band, Dé Danann and Dolores Keane) make him the kingpin of this rich storehouse of song in exactly the same way that Elvis reformed and revitalised the blues, country and gospel music of the Southern States of America. Similarly the actual quality of his voice is so much richer in tone, so much more expressive than most of his rivals that, again, he towers over all other singers in this field, just as Elvis did over his competitors. This superb custodian of the great songs of the past has become a great devotee of our local Dungarvan Singers Club and will make a triumphant return to us on Monday, 15th September in Dillon's Bar, Wolfe Tone road, Dungarvan. The last time Len was here he won everybody over with his gentle charm and urbane manner, his great stories, anecdotes and jokes introducing the songs and with his warm, resonant, rich and vibrant voice. As you all know by now my favourite adjective in this regard is “mellifluous”, which means 'flowing like honey’, and this describes Len's gorgeous voice exactly. He had a great friendship with the late great Joe Holmes from Antrim an amazing singer & collector and Len has a wonderful book out at the moment detailing the life and songs of this great and gentle
Len Graham man. I highly recommend it. More than any other single individual, Len is keeping alive not just the memory and repertoire and endeavours of Joe Holmes himself but also the great work of similar mentors and icons like Paddy Tunney, Eddie Butcher, Geordie Hanna, Sarah Anne O'Neill and Sarah Makem. So much of our heritage would be lost or in danger if not for Len. Another good description of him is that he is to singing in the English language in Ireland what Nioclás Tóibín was to sean nós singing in the Irish language. That is no mean achievement. All the more should his great achievements be honoured and treasured, so be sure to come along and give your support and encouragement to this great legend when he comes to Dillon's. You’re guaranteed wonderful songs and beautiful singing but also the benefit of his knowledge and experience in his introductions and stories about the songs and his lovely, warm, generous personality. And of course don’t forget to brush off your own song repertoire because you must always remember it is our club, (singers and listeners alike!) and irrespective who the guest is, the focus must always remain on us and the warm cameraderie and sharing atmosphere of the sing-song, which is what gave birth to the whole idea of a singers club! As I said, the idea of singing to other singers
only is slightly incestuous so we encourage all of you who haven't overcome your inhibitions yet to come along and listen, as well. There is no pressure on anyone to sing who doesn't want to or is unable, while there is plenty of encouragement to take part. And remember: stories, poems, recitations are more than welcome – anything that increases the level of diversity and variety. Likewise, you may sing songs of any genre, style, age or language. The human voice in all its marvellous facets is what we highlight. So remember, come along to Dillon's, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan at 9.00 p.m. on Monday, 15th September, when the sublime Len Graham will be the featured Singer. UNCOMING EVENTS Monday, October 13th Dillon's, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan: FRAN MCPHAIL, high tenor singer from the worldrenowned vocal trio the voice squad, is guest of the singers club!! Admission FREE! Monday, 10th November - Dillon's Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan, The Coffey Sisters, our own female version of the voice squad will guest at the singers' Club. Admission FREE!! And, yes, you've spotted the theme..... on Saturday, November 29th the Marquee Gig at Tigh An Cheoil features the amazing Voice Squad themselves!! Do not miss this very important occasion. More details shortly.
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Encore Stage Academy brings Award Winning Director Liam Butler to Dungarvan!
Liam Butler LIAM is a nephew of the world renowned troubadour Liam Clancy. Born, raised and still living in Carrick-on-Suir, Liam’s heritage is deeply entwined in music and performing. Indeed, coming from the famous Clancy family, his entire life has revolved around music and theatre. Named for his mother’s youngest brother, the younger Liam was inspired to follow down the path of a stage career. Many of his favourite childhood memories involve Christmas nights of song and stories spent with his uncles and extended family in his mother’s kitchen in Carrick-on-Suir.
His passion for music is twined with a love of theatre, and many people across Ireland will be familiar with him as a veteran of the musical theatre stage. Beginning in his hometown with the Carrick-on-Suir Musical Society, playing lead roles in numerous shows, many of which garnered him prestigious Association of Irish Musicals awards and nominations, indeed Liam has been nominated 12 times and gone on to win 6 times. He also has received 5 awards in both best singer and best actor capacity in the Waterford International Festival of Light Opera. Liam has appeared
in......48 productions with Carrick-on-Suir M.S. Pluswith many Musical Societies around the country. “A Midsummer Night's Dream” .... Red Kettle Theatre Company. “Aspects Of Love”, The Olympia Theatre, Dublin. “The Pirates Of Penzance” The Helix, Dublin. “Oliver”, “Fiddler On the Roof ”, “Jekyll & Hyde” and numerous concerts in The National Concert Hall, Dublin. John Player Tops in The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin. A featured Principal in the Musical “Michael Collins” in the Cork Opera House and The Olympia Theatre, Dublin. 2 Panto seasons in The Cork Opera House, Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre's 2010/11 production of “Aladdin”, and last Christmas playing Dame Lola in The Helix, DCU. As well as starring in musical theatre, his diversity as an actor has seen him take on many dramatic roles with Brewery Lane Drama Group, and again has received awards in theatre including 4 Best Actor awards on the Irish Drama Circuit. Not content with filling roles on-stage, in recent years Liam has taken on the challenge of direct-
ing and Producing both musicals and theatre pieces. He is a founding member and artistic director of Bowler Hat Theatre Company. As a Director: Musicals:....... “Assassins”, “Sweeney Todd”, “Crazy For You”, “Chess In Concert”, “Little Shop Of Horrors”, “The Mikado (With A Swing)”, “The New Pirates Of Penzance”, “Sweet Charity”, “Fiddler On The Roof ”, “Godspell”, “All Shook Up”, “Evita”, “West Side Story”, “Hello Dolly”, “Mack & Mabel”, “A Tale Of Two Cities”. Of these shows, Sweeney Todd, Hello Dolly, Little Shop Of Horrors and Evita have all been nominated for Best Overall Show, (Little Shop Of Horrors & Evita being winners) within AIMS. Drama:..... “The Lonesome West”, “One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest”, “John Robert’s Square”, “The Odd Couple”. Liam has been the recipient of Tipp FM's Arts Award and the South East Arts Excellence Award. Constantly interested in new avenues of performance, Liam made an appearance on the small screen playing Frank Quinn in Pat Shortt’s most recent TV
series “Mattie”. He has released a CD “If I Told You...Stories”. An eclectic mix of Story Songs, Musical Theatre and Irish Folk songs, produced and arranged by David Hayes (“Riverdance“, “Fame, The Musical“, “The Voice”, plus many more). Each song carefully chosen and arranged to suit Liam’s own engaging style of singing, the CD is a feast of striking melodies and captivating lyrics that take you on a journey paralleled to that which is depicted so cleverly on the CD sleeve and booklet. The CD is available to download worldwide at … www.cdbaby.com/cd/Liam Butler and on itunes. Liam has been Production Manager for Garter Lane Arts Centre's last 2 productions, “On The Razzle” and “Dissident” (Waterford). He is currently working on The Hot Mikado for Kill Musical Society Co. Kildare and Hello Dolly for Carrick-on-Suir Musical Society. Liam has a FETAC Level 6 Diploma in Training for teaching Drama and Selfconfidence/Assertiveness, and Dip GSA Performance/Singing from Guildford School of Acting, London.
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Hugh O’Donnell HUGH O’DONNELL Becoming involved in Photography by drama has always been an Marc Daly ambition for Hugh, but he FROM an early age, just never seemed to get Hugh had an interest in the chance. So when he music and musicals. He heard that Curtain Call has played in several bands Productions Dungarvan such as Ivory Sound and was being formed, he was Rough Cut down really delighted to get the through the years, and has chance to get involved in always been a fan of the a community drama music of the sixties, espegroup and volunteered cially Roy Orbison and straight away. Familiar Elvis. with the movie version of No stranger to the stage, Hugh was in several One Flew Over the pantos during his teen Cuckoo's Nest, Hugh had years and was also heard that it is also a great involved in Tops of the stage drama, so he decided Deise variety shows. More to go along to the audirecently, Hugh played the tions and he feels very part of Jim Haller in lucky and honoured to Dungarvan & West have been offered the part Waterford Theatre of Dale Harding, which Productions’ All Shook he’s looking forward to playing in October. Up earlier this year.
Ballyduff Camogie Blitz and Fundraiser
Pictured at the St. Augustine’s Debutants Ball 2014 which was held in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan, were Kyle Power, Robert Glascott, [Sean Byrne] Jamie O'Hara and Padraig Duff.
BALLYDUFF Camogie Club has a fantastic line-up of teams for their blitz which will take place on Saturday, September 20th, at 10.00 a.m.This prestigious event will run throughout the morning. These teams will show us a splendid exhibition of camogie skills and performance. Our players enjoy their training sessions in the community field each Thursday evening from 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. We will go indoors to the sports complex for the winter months.The team members are inspired by our coaches.The committee of Ballyduff camogie club has organised fundraising to
influence and approve funding for the running expenses of the club. This is especially important given our desire to purchase jerseys for our present U6 and U8 teams and the up coming U10 team. Each family with a member on the team and the local business have packages containing biros and key rings for sale with the club name and logo. The biros and key rings have a lovely attention to detail and are on sale at €2 per biro and €1 per key ring.The biros and key rings will remain on sale until September 20th. It would be greatly appreciated if the community would support our fundraise.
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Full house for Waterford Musical Society’s First Fundraiser THE Munster Bar was full to capacity on Friday week last as Waterford Musical Society hosted their first Table Quiz fundraising evening. The society was overwhelmed by the huge turn-out of new and not so new faces at their first event, which raised much needed funds to get their Spring 2015 production off the ground.
Waterford Musical Society would like to thank all their sponsors for the fantastic prizes which were generously donated for the quiz and the grand raffle.The atomsphere was electric in the Munster Bar on the night with many of those present remarking how it was like going back to the nights post the Light Opera Festival. It was a
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IT’S that time of year again when the schools re-open, and St. Mary’s Parish Choir resumes rehearsals after our Summer break. We meet back again on Thursday, 4th September in the Day Care Centre, Mitchell St., at 7.30 p.m. We are very happy to have new members join us, male or female.We usually sing at one of the Masses each week, and other major Church services. “Christmas”, yes I say it quietly in
“small case”, is not too far off, so if you would like to be part of the music for this great annual event, or indeed any other occasion in the Church, come and meet us on Thursday nights, in the Day Care Centre, Dungarvan. Bring a friend and spread the word or “song”! Contact the Parish Office 42374, or Lena on 086-8128216. We have a lovely occasion to kickstart our season, in that we have been
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invited to join the combined choir of Clogheen and Cahir for the 150th Anniversary of the opening of St. Mary’s Church, Clogheen. 150 years ago, it was St. Mary’s Parish Choir, Dungarvan, no less, that sang the music for this great event, and we are very happy and honoured to be part of their 150th celebreations. We have a couple of extra practices scheduled for this so members check your emails for details.
Dungarvan Drama Club THE cast is now confirmed for our November production ‘Da’ a comedy by Hugh Leonard. Da-Ruaidhri de Paor, Charlie-Con O'Sullivan, OliverMorgan O'Connell, Mother-Orla Glascott, Young Charlie-Stephen Stack, Mr. Drumm-Dave Pollock, Mary Tate-Deirdre Collender, Mrs. Prynne-Padraigin Ni Chadhla. The play is being directed by Margaret Dennehy and will be staged at Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre from 19th to 22nd November. A new venture for DDC will be
our regular monthly get–together of members and potential members, for fun and creative evenings of workshop drama. Our aim is to explore play texts, performance techniques, improvisation and devising skills, in a supportive and welcoming environment. Themes for the workshops will be based on participants’ interests and will be led by members with ideas to share. We hope that the evenings will offer an opportunity to explore our own creativity and produce pieces of
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drama purely for enjoyment. It will also allow those who are a little shy to tread the boards themselves, a chance to be involved without fear of a public performance! Anyone who is interested in getting involved in the club is encouraged to come along, meet some of the members, explore the world of drama with us, and have some fun along the way. Our first evening is Thursday, 11th September, 8-10 p.m. in the Park Hotel Conservatory. For further information contact 086-3244175.
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sport@dungarvanobserver.ie Pictured is Joe Gough, West Waterford AC, after he won the over 60, 800 metres European title last Saturday morning in Turkey. Also pictured are Walter Rentsch, Germany (silver) and Yves Levasseur, France (bronze).
Joe Gough takes gold at European championships THE European Masters Track and Field Championships were held last weekend in Izmir, Turkey and West Waterford supreme master athlete Joe Gough was competing on Saturday morning in the over 60, 800 metres final. Joe was the hot favourite to take the title and he wasn't to disappoint as he recorded an emphatic win to leave the best in Europe in his wake winning with a time of 2.20.86 from Walter Rentsch Germany 2nd in 2.22.35 and French athlete Yves Levasseur was 3rd in 2.25.37. Joe was the victor by a clear two seconds. Speaking with Joe he tells us temperatures were very high in the stadium despite the early morning final; the race itself was quite tactical. In the line-up for the final under the
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bright morning sun in the Ataturk Stadium in Izmir there were 11 athletes representing nine countries competing for honours at this the 19th European Masters Athletic Championships. The race itself started at a very slow pace with no one showing an interest leading it out. Joe decided after 200 metres that it was too slow for his liking so he took it up. The first lap was covered in a very modest 75 sec. With a leading group of five at the bell the second lap was going to be a ripper as the pace quickened. At 300 metres from home that lead group had reduced to four and by 250 metres it was three who were left with the medals to be shared among them. Joe kicked off the bend just with 200 metres
remaining and the German followed, passing the Frenchman who looked destined for bronze as he went south. The home straight saw Joe dictating the race in lane one. Joe cemented his lead as he sprinted for the line and the German was no match for the flying Irishman. Joe crossed the line running a final 65 second last lap to win gold for Ireland. This was yet another milestone performance from the Owning man originally from Mitchell Street, Dungarvan. Joe, of course, has really done it all at Masters level and it was no wonder that he was installed as favourite for the European title last Saturday. When you consider his achievements, he is, of course, the world masters over 60
indoors champion from last March in Budapest. Joe also is the world record holder in this age category over the 800 metres distance. It was last February when running the Leinster masters indoor championships at the new state-of-the-art indoor facility in Athlone that Joe broke the mark set by American Horace Grant of 2.14.23. Joe recorded a time of 2.14.06 on that famed day as he had the privilege of being the first athlete to break a record at the newly opened arena and, of course, it was to be a world record to make it a sweet occasion. Joe incredibly has 70 national masters titles; he has now accumulated 9 European gold medals, 10 British championship golds and 2 world silver medals.
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Ballinameela faces relegation play-off COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP De La Salle ………......... 2-8; Ballinameela ……….... 1-10. WHEN these two teams met in the Intermediate County Final a couple of years ago, there was just 0-1 the difference in favour of the Western side and in this vital Group 2 game at the Gaelic Field last Sunday evening, there was the same difference between these evenly matched teams but this time round the result favoured the City club. Both games essentially decided Senior status from different ends and as a bonus for winning here, De La Salle have qualified for the QuarterFinals where they will play the back in form An Rinn. Ballinameela deserved something out of this game but that’s not the way it always works out and in the end they kicked ten wides compared to five for their opposition and that’s why they now face a relegation play off. Ballinameela were the better footballing side on the night but two first half goals by Paddy Kennedy and Lee Hayes proved to be serious blows to their match winning ambitions. The Westerners started with ten of their County Under 21 ‘A’ winning St Olivers team and two more were introduced, so the potential is there and it will be very important for them to retain their Senior status. Playing with the strong
breeze, Tom Curran opened the scoring for Ballinameela in the 8th minute in what started as a good open game of football. De La Salle’s best forward on the night, Mitchel Casey kicked two points from play in the 9th and 14th minutes as Mikey Phelan was introduced for the injured Shane McGovern. Tom Curran levelled the game at the end of the first quarter as Casey, who was causing all sorts of trouble for the Westerners defence, kicked over the bar with a real goal chance going a begging. Ballinameela settled into the game during the second quarter and Jim Curran shot over two fine points in the 18th and 20th minutes following good play for each respectively by Colin Walsh and Rob Shine. The goal that De La Salle threatened early on arrived in the 23rd minute when wing forward Conan Watt placed Paddy Kennedy for the first green flag of three in the Country end goal. Ballinameela showed character in responding quickly with Jim Curran (goal chance) and Jason Morrissey pointing, following good support play for each by Colin Walsh and Rob Shine, to level the tie at 0-6 to 1-3. However, Ballinameela received a second body blow in the 29th minute when centre forward Lee Hayes breached their defence to restore the city side’s advantage while Tom Curran ended
the first half scoring in the first minute of added time with a point from his unaccustomed right leg over the Town end goal, 2-3 to 0-7. Playing against the breeze on the restart, Ballinameela received a tonic start when Tom Curran placed Rob Shine for a well taken goal, with little room to execute it, after just 20 seconds. Ian Cantwell, who enjoyed a good second half for the winners, levelled the game at 24 to 1-7 from a pointed free in the 33rd minute. Jason Morrissey had a goal chance for Ballinameela before Michael Walsh, who played very well overall, regained their lead from play in the 34th minute. De La Salle’s only period of dominance in the second half followed and scores by David Kennedy and Mitchel Casey restored the winner’s lead at 2-6 to 1-8 at the start of the final quarter. Ballinameela’s young team showed praiseworthy character in fighting back but the wides mounted until the 50th minute when Cian Culloo levelled the game for the sixth time at 1-9 to 2-6. Ballinameela were to rue their missed scoring opportunities as De La Salle got some decent ball at last into their forwards and Mitchel Casey and Ian Cantwell raised white flags in the 56th and 58th minutes and that seemed to be that. Three minutes of added time were
announced and in the final one we witnessed match ending drama when a dropped in free was flicked goalwards by sub Lorcan Looby, only for De La Salle’s custodian David Dennison to acrobatically direct it over the crossbar. The long whistle sounded on the kick out and De La Salle’s reward was two fold, their Senior Status being secured and their place in the quarter-finals achieved because of this and results elsewhere. Both De La Salle and St. Saviours ended the Group stages on four points each but De La Salle avoid County Champions Ballinacourty next day out because they beat Saviours in their head to head game earlier in the championship. De La Salle’s Top Three: Mitchel Casey, Paddy Kennedy, Lee Hayes. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Michael Walsh, Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran. Observer’s Man of the Match: Mitchel Casey. Number of Scorers: De La Salle 5. Ballinameela 7. Scores from Play: De La Salle : 2-7. Ballinameela 1-10. Score of the Match: Rob Shine’s 31st minute goal. Frees For: De La Salle 13. Ballinameela 14. Wides: De La Salle 5. Ballinameela 10. Scorers – De La Salle: Mitchel Casey 0-5, Paddy Kennedy and Lee Hayes 1-0 each, Ian Cantwell 0-2(1f), David
De La Salle's Colm Clancy with the ball against Ballinameela's Jim Curran during Rd. 5 of J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Kennedy 0-1. Ballinameela: Jim Curran and Tom Curran 0-3, Rob Shine 1-0, Jason Morrissey, Mike Walsh, Cian Culloo and Lorcan Looby 0-1 each. De La Salle: David Dennison, Martin Sheehan, Colm Clancy, Christopher Sheehan; Stephen Dalton, Thomas Kearney, Oran
Stradbally win but Saviours survive J. J. KAVANAGH & SONS S.F.C. GROUP 2 Stradbally ……………0-14; St. Saviours …………...1-7. A WIN or even a draw here would have been enough to guarantee St. Saviours a quarter-final place and the city side spared nothing in their efforts to secure that place, pressing favourites Stradbally all the way to draw level with seven minutes remaining but eventually losing out to the former champions as they finished strongly with four unanswered points in the closing minutes, played out in near darkness. For Saviours the real drama began after the final whistle as the word filtered though that Gaultier were leading the Nire in Kill with five minutes remaining and De La Salle had taken the lead against Ballinameela at the same stage in Fraher Field. If things stayed as they were Gaultier would go through on five points and De La Salle, though level with Saviours on four points would go through on the head to head result between the teams in the opening round.
The teams were back in the dressing rooms and it was a case of all eyes on the I. pads. De La Salle were hanging on to the lead in Fraher Field but disappointment gave away to relief when the word came through that the Nire had staged a late comeback in Kill to level from a penalty and then steal the game with two late points rendering the result of the De La Salle game irrelevant where Saviours were concerned. They were through to the quarter-finals and, despite the defeat on the night, they deserved to be there. Stradbally made the running in the opening quarter but they had to work hard for their three points to one lead after fifteen minutes as Saviours battled on as a team needing a result would. Indeed, in the 9th minute Stradbally had a real let off when Brian Power broke through their defence from the right and unleashed a powerful shot that beat Eoin Cunningham all end up only for the ball to crash off the far post and rebound across the goal line to come out off the
near post to be cleared. Shaun Corcoran had a second point for Saviours in the 17th minute but Stradbally but points from Michael Walsh, John Coffey and Jack Mullaney between the 22 and 24th minutes seemed to put the former champions in the driving seat. A brilliant save by Paul Holohan from Paddy Kiely lifted Saviours and by the half time whistle they had pulled three points back with scores from a long range free by Peter Crowley followed by one apiece from a Brian Power free and John Paul Jacob to leave the half time score Stradbally 0-6; St. Saviours 0-5. Stradbally struck first on the resumption with a Shane Aherne point from a free but again Lady Luck did not shine on Saviours a Brian Power again eluded the defence to break through from the left this time only once again for his low drive to come back off the upright and another great goal chance was lost. Points from Shane Ahern and Mikey Sweeney opened up a four point lead before Brian Power pointed a
Saviours free after Andy Doyle had been yellow carded for a foul. With the light fading badly both sides continued to drive on with Shane Aherne and Brian Power trading points but in the 24th minute a high ball into the crowded Stradbally goalmouth was fiercely contested and John Paul Jacob appeared to be brought down and the referee signalled for a penalty which Joey Phelan expertly converted past Cunningham to level the tie. St. Saviours needed to win possession from the kick out to drive on but a great catch by Shane Aherne in midfield set up John Coffey for an immediate response. Within seconds Stradbally were two clear when they won possession from the Saviours kick out and Mikey Sweeney was put in for his third point of the game. Saviours’ hopes were now fading as quickly as the light and in the final minute Chris Casey and Shane Aherne had the final scores to give their side a four point win. Then came the nervous wait for Saviours and relief
that they had, after all, reached the quarter-finals where they will now face champions Ballinacourty at the same stage for the second consecutive year. Scorers – Stradbally: Shane Aherne 0-5 (3Fs), Mikey Sweeney 0-3, John Coffey 0-2, Paddy Kiely, Michael Walsh, Jack Mullaney and Chris Casey 0-1 each. St. Saviours: Joey Phelan 1-0 (Pen.), Brian Power 0-3 (Fs), Shaun Corcoran 0-2 (Fs), Peter Crowley (F) and John Paul Jacob 0-1 each. Stradbally: Eoin Cunningham, Paddy Doyle, Ger Power, Kevin Coffey, Jack Mullaney, Michael Walsh, Luke Casey, Paddy Kiely, Shane Lannon, John Coffey, Shane Aherne, Andy Doyle, Mikey Sweeney, Robert Aherne, Tommy Connors. Subs – David Grey for A. Doyle, Trevor Costelloe for Connors, Chris Casey for L. Casey, Stephen Cunningham for Grey. St. Saviours: Paul Holohan, Kevin Boland, Peter Crowley, Brian Quinn, Jack Flavin, Kieran Murphy, Seamus Byrne, Dean Crowley, Nicky Jacob, Mickey Merrigan, John Paul Jacob, Adam Brophy, Shaun Corcoran, Joey Phelan, Brian Power. Sub: Darren Touhy for Flavin. Referee: Dessie O’Leary.
Keevers; Ian Cantwell, David Greene; Conan Watt, Lee Hayes, David Kennedy; Colm Morris, Mitchel Casey, Paddy Kennedy. Subs: Stephen Walsh (48), Patrick Flynn, James Grogan (Both 60). Ballinameela: Paul Curran; Kealon Looby, Kevin Phelan, Jason McGrath; Shane
McGovern, Brendan Phelan, Mike Walsh; Colin Walsh, Tom Curran; Cian Culloo, John Harrington, Mike Kiely; Rob Shine, Jim Curran, Jason Morrissey. Subs: Mikey Phelan (14), Lorcan Looby (50). Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).
County Senior Football Championship THERE were wins for Ballinacourty, An Rinn and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in group 1 of the county senior football championship on Saturday evening. Meanwhile, in group 2, De La Salle, Nire and Stradbally recorded victories on Sunday night. Last year’s intermediate champions De La Salle have advanced to the quarter-finals. Ardmore who have played in the top flight for 17 years find themselves in a relegation play-off against Ballinameela. LEAGUE TABLES GROUP 1 P Ballinacourty 5 An Rinn 5 Kilrossanty 5 Rathgormack 5 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 5 Ardmore 5 GROUP 2 P Nire 5 Stradbally 5 De La Salle 5 St. Saviours 5 Gaultier 5 Ballinameela 5
W 5 4 2 2 1 0
D 0 0 1 0 1 0
L 0 1 0 3 3 5
Pts. 10 8 5 4 3 0
W 5 4 2 2 1 0
D 0 0 0 0 1 1
L 0 1 3 3 3 4
Pts. 10 8 4 4 3 1
Quarter-final pairings Ballinacourty v. St. Saviours; Nire v. Rathgormack; An Rinn v. De La Salle; Stradbally v. Kilrossanty. Relegation play-off: Ardmore v. Ballinameela.
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Ferncombe’s points the highlight Ballinacourty ………1-16; Kilrossanty ………… 0-4. THE first quarter of this game of no real consequence at the Gaelic Field last Saturday evening was an even affair at the end of which the sides were level at 0-1 each. The County Champions, Ballinacourty had the use of the stiffish breeze but there was little evidence of any urgency in their play and Kilrossanty looked to be a more improved side than what we had seen from them in previous such encounters. However, all this changed after the break as a variety of ’Courty players worked the scoreboard on foot of some excellent team play and the Champions’ winning sequence was quaranteed long before referee Martin Curran sounded the long whistle. The winners lined out without John Hurney and Mark Gorman while Kilrossanty were short the Graduation Ball tied Paul Whyte and Killian Whelan. ’Courty’s John Power took full advantage of his opportunity to play here and in a Man of the Match display, closely followed by Shane O’Donovan and Mark Ferncombe, he put down a marker as to his credentials to claim a permanent place on his team’s starting fifteen. Power’s speed had the Kilrossanty defence in retreat mode from the off and following good team play by Ronan Sheehan, Shane O’Donovan and Gary Hurney, he opened the scoring in the 7th minute with a point over the Town
end crossbar. Three minutes later a long ball from James O’Mahony gave John Power a 50/50 chance of raising a green flag but his brave effort resulted in an accidental aerial clash with the Kilrossanty custodian Darren Mulhearne. Joey Veale levelled the game at the end of the first quarter with a point from play and scores at this stage of the game were a rare commodity. Kilrossanty didn’t score again for the remainder of the half and for the first seven minutes after the restart as Ballinacourty very gradually but equally purposefully beginning to dominate proceedings and white flags from Michael O’Halloran, Patrick Hurney, Shane Briggs and Gary Hurney, all the result of impressive team play, gave the reigning champions a 0-5 to 0-1 interval lead. They say it’s hard to keep a good man down, well Mark Ferncombe confirmed this theory when, after a fairly quite first half, he exploded into the action and two of his 0-4 (3f) were as good as any that we can recall in the famed Shandon venue. Ferncombe kicked over 0-2 in the 32nd and in the 34th minutes before the ultra consistant Gavin Breen placed John Power for his second score to keep the Champions in control at 0-8 to 0-1. Kilrossanty’s best forward on the night, David Power pointed in the 37th minute with his namesake John for Ballinacourty kicking his third
point two minute later. Despite playing into the breeze, ’Courty now moved up a gear or two and six unanswered scores followed by the 51st minute all the result of good team work. A quick delivery from a Mark Ferncombe free gave Gary Hurney his second point closely followed by his brother Patrick’s second score also. The final minutes of the third quarter belonged to Mark Ferncombe, who has been mentioned as the best duel player in the championships, when he kicked two scores that were worth the admission fee alone. With 43 minutes on the clock his attempt at a point looked to be sailing well wide, but obviously allowing for the swirling wind he brought the ball back in and over the bar to the appreciative amazement of all present. Ferncombe followed two minutes late with a kick near the sideline from a difficult angle on the other side of the field and now the winners led by 0-13 to 0-2. The game was long over as a contest but further scores came from such as the foraging Centre Back Shane Briggs, 0-2 and Shane O’Donovan, who has really made the transition into a Senior player this year, while a clever Mark Fercombe ground pass in front of the goal gave Patrick Hurney the only goal of the game and the icing on another impressive display by the County Champions.
Kilrossanty’s only response in the last quarter was a Joey Veale pointed free and a further score from David Power, who also came close with a goal attempt right on the final whistle. Despite the absence of their key marksman Paul Whyte, the Comeragh Club left the Fraher Field with much room for thought as they prepare for the Championship quarter-finals while nobody will fancy taking on ’Courty in their current form. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: John Power, Shane O’Donovan, Mark Ferncombe. Kilrossanty’s Top Three: David Power, Tommy Prendergast, Stephen Prendergast. Observer’s Man of the Match: John Power. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7. Kilrossanty 2. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 1-14. Kilrossanty 0-3. Frees For: Ballinacourty 11. Kilrossanty 10. Wides: Ballinacourty 13. Kilrossanty 11. Score of the Match: Mark Ferncombe’s 43rd minute free. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 1-2, Mark Ferncombe 0-4 (1f), John Power and Shane Briggs 0-3 each, Gary Hurney 0-2, Michael O’Halloran and Shane O’Donovan 0-1 each. Kilrossanty: Joey Veale(1f) and David Power 0-2 each. Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; David Collins, Brian Looby, Gavin Breen; Shane O’Donovan, Shane Briggs, Conor Moloney; Gary Hurney, James O’Mahoney; Michael O’Halloran, Mark Ferncombe, John Power;
Ballinacourty's Conor Moloney with the ball against Kilrossanty's Willie Brazil during Rd. 5 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Ronan Sheehan, Patrick Hurney, Mark Fives. Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne; Kevin Delahunty, Seamus Veale, Barry
Prendergast; Michael Kirwan, Mark Prendergast, Stephen Prendergast; Niall Walsh, Tommy Prendergast; David Power, Alan Quinn, Conor Doyle; Willie Brazil,
Connie Power, Joey Veale. Subs: Owen Cummins (46), Pa Cunningham (50). Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).
An Rinn returns to winning form Gaultier loses out on both counts
An Rinn ………………0-18; Rathgormack …………0-7. AN Rinn put their poor display against County Champions Ballinacourty behind them and served notice that they will be no pushover for any team in the quarter-finals as they had a comfortable victory over Rathgormack in Stradbally last Saturday evening. They played some excellent attacking football, scoring eighteen points in allsixteen of these coming from play and their speed and combined play were at times a joy to watch. They had initial difficulties with Ronan Cahill at midfield and with Gavin Nugent but these were overcome in the second half where they outscored Rathgormack by seven points to just two. Rathgormack’s best period of this game was in the opening quarter, where Ronan Cahill ruled the roost at midfield and their tactic of playing Gavin Nugent as a one-man full forward line was working quite well, despite the best efforts of his direct marker, Ray Ó Ceallaigh. They missed some easy chances, however, as well as striking the woodwork on three occasions in the first half. Donie Breathnach opened the scoring for An Rinn before
Gavin Nugent with a fisted effort and Conor Murray put Rathgormack in front by the 8th minute. Ferdia Ó hAodha equalised with a fine 12th minute score from the left wing but An Rinn had a let off then when Gavin Nugent’s shot came off the upright, with Ronan Crotty gaining possession from the rebound and slotting the ball over the bar. That would be their last time to lead here, however, as the Gaeltacht men moved up several gears in the second quarter. Liam Ó Lonain started the scoring with impressive wing back Jamie de Barúin putting them ahead in the 15th minute. Donie Breathnach then shot a fine score, after good work by Liam Ó Lonáin. Rathgormack then struck the woodwork for the second time when Michael Curray’s effort just failed to find the range. Lorcán Ó Corraoin had a most industrious hour and his fisted effort put his side ahead by double scores, 0-6 to 0-3 in the 21st minute. Both sides then tapped over frees, Donie Breathnach for An Rinn and Jason Curry for Rathgormack but in a great three minute spell, An Rinn added four points, fine scores coming from the boots
of Lorcán Ó Corraoin, Liam Ó Lonáin (2) and Bilí Breathnach. Rathgormack were awarded a slightly dubious penalty just before haltime with Shane Ó Cuirrín adjudged to have blocked a shot with his foot, but Jason Curry’s spotkick struck the crossbar and went over the woodwork. At halftime, therefore, An Rinn were comfortably ahead, 0-11 to 0-5. Rathgormack did have the breeze in the second half but An Rinn started the half much the better, with four unanswered points, from Lorcán Ó Corraoin, Donie Breathnach (2), and full forward Bili Breathnach. The tactic at midfield was now to break the balls from Ronan Cahill, which negated his influence, and with Cillian Ó Murchadha operating as a sweeper in front of Gavin Nugent, that attacking threat was greatly nullified. Jason Curry’s 38th minute free was Rathgormack’s first score of the second half but much of the play was now in their own half of the field. A slight criticism of An Rinn at this stage was some overelaboration in the forward sector at times. Nevertheless, further scores came from Liam Ó Lonáin, and a brace from Donie Breathnach
before Jason Curry finished the scoring with a 54th minute free. This is a speedy An Rinn outfit and they play attractive football, with the emphasis very much on getting the ball as quickly as possible into the opposition’s half and they possess some very accurate forwards. Their tackling was also noticeable throughout and the workrate is very high. Rathgormack were very reliant on Ronan Cahill and Gavin Nugent here and will be disappointed at their fadeout after a promising opening quarter.
An Rinn: T. Ó Cadhla, C. Ó Murchadha, R. Ó Ceallaigh, S. Ó Cuirrín, J. De Baruin(0-1), N. Ó Murchadha, T. Ó hUallacháin, F. Ó hAodha (0-1), C. Ó Corraoin, L. Ó Corraoin (0-3), D. Breathnach (0-7, 2fs), L. Ó Lonáin (0-4), F. Ó Ceallaigh, B. Breathnach(0-2), F. Ó Curraoin. Fir Ionaid: E. Breathnach do Ó hUallacháin, C. Breathnach do C. Ó Corraoin. Rathgormack: B. Crotty, B. Power, T. Power, D. Kirwan, C. Walsh, P. Larkin, G. Kirwan, M. Curry, R. Cahill, R. Crotty (0-1), C. Crowch, J. Curry (0-4, 3fs 1 pen), J. Gleeson, C. Murray (0-1), G. Nugent (0-1). Subs: P. Drohan for Gleeson, C. Fogarty for Larkin, M. Crotty for D. Kirwan, S. Kirwan for G. Kirwan, l. Mulligan for R. Crotty. Réiteoir: Tim O’Byrne (Erin’s Own)
COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Nire …………………… 1-9; Gaultier ……………… 1-7. GAULTIER gave Nire a good run for their money in Stradbally last Sunday evening but they had nothing to show for it at the final whistle when they lost both the game and their opportunity to qualify for the quarter-finals. Gaultier finished their Group games on three points and De La Salle leapfrogged them on to four points after beating Ballinameela by a point at the Gaelic Field. The barony’s Senior status is secured for another year but they will be disappointed that they didn’t qualify ahead of De La Salle and St. Saviours. Already qualified and top of the table, Nire had one eye on Fourmilewater’s hurling relegation game with Ardmore this Thursday evening but they still did enough to grind out a win in
the second half. Gaultier led at the break by 0-5 to 0-3 with J. J. Hutchinson, 0-3 (2f), Ian Hatton and Wayne Hutchinson raising their white flags. Nire had a quite first half and their only return on the scoreboard was scores from Alan Lawlor, Brian Wall and Craig Guiry. Nire upped their game in a second half that they won by 1-6 to 1-2 as it was left to J. J. Hutchinson to raise white flags for Gaultier while Brad Carroll scored their only goal. Shane Ryan was the winner’s goal scorer and four different players kicked points, Jamie Barron (2), Brian Wall (2), Liam Lawlor and Conor Gleeson. On this showing Gaultier are as good as some of the clubs in the quarter finals while Nire, like Ballinacourty in Group 1 are unbeaten in their five games so far and they will play an across the mountains local derby against Rathgormack in the
quarter finals. Scorers – Nire: Shane Ryan 1-0, Brian Wall 0-3, Jamie Barron 0-2, Alan Lawlor, Craig Guiry, Liam Lawlor and Conor Gleeson 01 each. Gaultier: J. J. Hutchinson 0-5, Brad Carroll 1-0, Ian Hutton and Wayne Hutchinson 0-1 each. Nire: Tommy Wall; Justin Walsh, Thomas O’Gorman, Jack Guiry; Seamus Lawlor, Brian Wall, Darren Guiry; Craig Guiry, Diarmuid Wall;Dermot Ryan, Conor Gleeson, Jamie Barron; Shane Ryan, Liam Lawlor, Keith Guiry. Gaultier: David Whitty; Sean Whitty, Gary Molloy, Ronan McDonagh; Billy O’Keeffe, Thomas Dunphy, Mark Wyse; Conor O’Riordan, Wayne Hutchinson; Brad Carroll, J. J. Hutchinson, Ian Hutton; Brian Kenny, Ian Power, Aaron Jones. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).
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Clashmore/Kinsalebeg retain senior status ROUND 5 COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ..2-13; Ardmore ……………...... 0-10. THIS final Group 1 game was of huge importance to both clubs in Bushy Park last Saturday evening as the winners avoided the Relegation play-off with the bottom team in Group 2 and so secured their Senior status for 2015. It was expected that this local derby would be a close affair but once again Ardmore’s injury list came back to haunt them while Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg were obviously well prepared and they had ace forward Sean Fleming back in their ranks for the first time this year. The outcome in Bushy was decided as early as the 25th minute when Clashmore held a 2-9 to 0-2 lead after executing a blistering start which Ardmore were unable to contain. As early as the 12th minute the winners led by 0-7 to 0-0 courtesy of scores by Declan Allen (2), Brian O’Halloran (3), Tadhg De Burca and Sean Fleming. A goal after 14 minutes by Paul O’Connor further compounded Ardmore’s woes, who eventually got off the mark on the scoreboard in the 17th minute with scores from Niall Hennessy and Seamus Keating. Referee Alan Kissane issued two black cards either side of Sean Fleming’s second point in the 20th minute as Wayne Hennessy (A) and Gavin Dower (C/K) were replaced by Tony Galway and John Prendergast respectively. All the important action continued to happen in the first half as when a Darren Foley scoring attempt came off the upright in the 25th minute, Clashmore’s full forward Noel Smyth was on hand to finish the ball to the net and with a 13 point deficit, there was just
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Senior Champions at last
Clashmore's Declan Allen in possession against Ardmore's Seamus Keating during Rd. 5 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] no way back for Ardmore. In fairness to the seasiders, they didn’t fold completely and corner back Michael Cronin and Kenny Murphy kicked over points and by the 43rd minute Clashmore’s lead had been reduced to 0-8 courtesy of scores by John Gartland, Seamus Keating (2) and James Kennedy. John Prendergast and David Gartland exchanged scores at the start of the final quarter and Seamus Prendergast, who lined out at centre back made the score 2-11 to 0-10 but Ardmore required a goal if the match was going to go down to the wire. Instead, Paul O’Connor and Brian O’Halloran, both of
whom enjoyed a good hours football, kicked the final scores as Clashmore/Kinsalebeg are sure of their Senior status for 2015 with some soul searching to do to recoup last year’s potential while Ardmore have one more opportunity to stay in the top tier when they play Ballinameela in the Relegation play-off on a date to be decided. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Brian O’Halloran 0-6, Paul O’Connor 1-1, Noel Smyth 1-0 each, Declan Allen and Sean Fleming 0-2 each, Tadhg De Burca and John Prendergast 0-1 each. Ardmore: Seamus Keating 0-3, Niall Hennessy, Michael Cronin, Kenny Murphy, John Gartland, James Kennedy, David
Gartland, Seamus Prendergast 01 each. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg: Declan Hickey; Ed. Beresford, Ciaran Bourke, Kieran Connery; Philip Dee, Gavin Dower, Cillian O’Keeffe; Jason Seward, Tadhg De Burca; Declan Allen, Brian O’Halloran, Edmond O’Halloran; Sean Fleming, Noel Smyth, Paul O’Connor. Subs: Mark Nugent, John Prendergast, Donal O’Connor, Shane Russell. Ardmore: Sean Barron; Michael Cronin, Daniel Power, Cathal Hennessy; Niall Hennessy, Seamus Prendergast, Kenny Murphy; Seamus Keating, Conor OShea; Eoin Conway, Wayne Hennessy, John Gartland; Tom Power, David Gartland, James Kennedy. Subs: Tony Galway, Adrian O’Donnell, Ciaran Conway. Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).
AFFANE 1-8; DUNHILL 0-6 AFFANE Senior Football team swept to glory at Walsh Park, Waterford last Sunday when they scored a fully deserved win over Dunhill to win a historic first title and the blue riband of Waterford football. Affane are a team that have always played the game as it should be played and they received an early boost to their confidence when Paul Moore shot to the net and they remained in control to lead at half time by 1-4 to 0-3. The real drama of the hour came in the second half when Dunhill were awarded a penalty at the end of the third quarter. The kick went wide of the post and with 54 minutes on the clock the Eastern team were awarded a second penalty but the Affane goalie Peter Hackett was equal to the task executing a fine save. Spurred on by this goalkeeping, Affane dominated the rest of the game and when referee Noel Dalton sounded the long whistle the celebrations started amid scenes of unprecedented joy. Every man on the Affane team was a hero in the eyes of their supporters in Walsh Park. Peter Hackett saved the second penalty of the year and Billy Arrigan and Lar Denn had their usual sound games with Jim Joe Landers tidying up in this area. Shamie Denn and Danny Flynn halted many a Dunhill attack while on the right wing, Paddy McGrath had his finest hour
and vied for Man of the Match along with his goalie Peter Hackett. At midfield, Pat Egan, who scored one great point, proved his worth and with the ever improving Micheal Phelan formed a very effective partnership. In attack team captain Michael Hackett, Pat Denn and John Troy were all seen to good effect and Denis McCarthy, Sean Brackett and Paul Moore all fitted in well but above all this sector worked well as a unit. Team: P. Hackett; B. Arrigan, L. Denn, J. J. Landers; P. McGrath, D.Flynn, S. Denn; M. Phelan 0-1, P. Egan 0-1; S. Brackett 0-1, M.Hackett 0-1, J. Troy 0-3; P. Moore 1-0, P. Denn, D. McCarthy 0-1. Referee: Noel Dalton ( De La Salle). County Secretary Seamus Grant presented the Conway Cup to team captain Michael Hackett amid scenes of considerable excitement. The team was treated to a sumptuous meal at the Bridge Hotel in Waterford and they then left by bus for home where the first stop was Affane Cross. Bonfires burned and crowds greeted their heroes and then it was on to Cappoquin where singing and jubilant supporters lined the streets before a memorable social evening was enjoyed by all at McLaughlin’s Hotel. AFFANE’S FOOTBALLING RECORD (Up to last Sunday) 1963: Western and County Champions. 1964: Western Intermediate Champions. 1966: Western and County Intermediate Champions. 1972: Western U/21 Champions. 1973: Western U/21 Champions and Senior Finalists. 1974: County Senior Champions.
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DUNGARVAN JUNIOR FOOTBALL COUNTY CHAMPIONS Year: 1973. Opposition: Roanmore. Venue: Gaelic Field, Dungarvan. Date: November 11th 1973. Result: Dungarvan 2-6; Roanmore 0-8. Team Captain: Liam Simms. Referee: John O’Regan (Kill). George Tutty; Liam Sandford, Sean Power, Michael Norris; Jim Curran, John Moylan, Jim Houlihan; Pa Meehan, Michael Houlihan; Mick O’Gorman, Eddie Sheehan, Liam Simms; Jackie Sandford, Eamonn Kiely, Michael Sheridan. Scorers: Michael Sheridan 1-1, Jackie Sandford 1-0, Pa Meehan and Mick O’Gorman 0-2, Liam Simms 0-1.
All-Ireland Hurling Finals
St. Patrick’s team that won the Junior County final with victory over Na Déise on a scoreline of 3-7 to 1-4.
THE Cats will be bidding for a senior and minor hurling double in Croke Park on Sunday next in what is the biggest day of the hurling year. The seniors will take on neighbours and arch rivals Tipperary for the right to bring home the McCarthy Cup in what should be an epic contest. The Premier denied Kilkenny the five in a row not many years ago and that still hurts in the Marble City. Will King Henry get a place in the
starting XV? Tipperary blitzed Cork in the semi-final with Seamus Callinan, Patrick Maher and John O’Dwyer unerring. The Premier scored 2-18 that day with an amazing 2-17 coming from play. Kilkenny are a serious championship outfit with J. J. Delaney, Paul Murphy, Brian Hogan, Jackie Tyrell, T. J. Reid, etc., etc. anxious to get back on the Hogan Stand presentation area.
In the minor decider, Limerick will provide the opposition to Kilkenny in a game where some of the top underage hurlers in the country will display their skills. The Treaty County side have won back to back Munster titles and will be anxious to add the Irish Press Cup to their trophy cabinet. They should do that on Sunday while the McCarthy Cup may well be heading Nore side.
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Gaelic Jottings County SHC Quarter-Finals
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TWO of the county senior hurling championship quarter-final will be staged at Fraher Field this coming weekend with action on Friday and Saturday nights. First into the knock-out stages will be Tallow and De La Salle on Friday evening at 8 p.m. with the city side having topped their group while Tallow took the fourth qualifying place in group two. De La Salle won four of their league games only losing out to Passage in their final game by 2-14 to 1-14. Tallow accounted for Ballyduff and Ardmore to secure their quarter-final place. On Saturday evening, county champions Passage face a real challenge when they take on championship pretenders Dungarvan at the Shandon Road at 7.30 p.m. The Blues only loss was to Ballygunner in the opening round and they have looked impressive since then. Passage on the other hand drew their two opening games against Roanmore and Lismore before accounting for Fourmilewater and De La Salle. This has the makings of a tremendous contest as the champions will not relinquish their title easily especially with former county senior player Eoin Kelly back in the fold. De La Salle should be too strong for Tallow while the second game could go either way. The remaining two quarters will be played the following Sunday, i.e. September 14th.
ON FRIDAY last, Leinster GAA Council Chief Executive Officer Michael Delaney retired from his position after 38 years service. From the Ballacolla club in Laois he was appointed in the late seventies and worked from his home before Council offices opened in Portlaoise in 1990 and a decade later a purpose built provincial headquarters were opened. Delaney has overseen an extraordinary period of change and he played a central part in helping the Leinster Council to be a progressive and innovative arm of the GAA Michael Delaney’s administrative skills will be sorely missed in the Association.
West IHC Quarter-Finals THE Divisional Board will stage a most attractive intermediate hurling championship quarter-final double bill at Fraher Field on Sunday evening next. First into action will be Brickey Rangers and Stradbally at 6 p.m. following by the meeting of An Rinn and Ballysaggart at 7.15 p.m. The Comeragh Oil sponsored championship has once again produced some excellent contests during the league section. Stradbally recovered from a poor start to their campaign while Brickeys won 4 of their league games. Last year’s county and Munster junior club champions, Ballysaggart have made a good start to life in a higher grade. An Rinn played in the senior championship in 2013 but were relegated at the end of the season and won three of their four league games. This attractive double header should attract a large crowd to the Shandon Road venue. Admission will be €10 with €5 concessions and patrons should be guaranteed to a great evening’s hurling. The winners will join Cappoquin and Ballinameela in the semi-finals.
West IFC THE final of the Radley Engineering West Intermediate Football Championship will see Brickey Rangers and Balllinacourty in opposition. In last weekend’s semi-finals Brickeys had a hard earned win over Geraldines at Fraher Field on Sunday afternoon on a 0-17 to 2-8. On Thursday evening at the same venue, Ballinacourty’s second XV had a facile 2-15 to 0-3 win over an under strength Dungarvan outfit. The final will be a keenly contested encounter in a few weeks time.
SHC Relegation Play-Off THE final of the county senior hurling championship relegation play-off will take place in Fraher Field on this Thursday evening with an 8 p.m. throwin. The opposition will be Ardmore and Fourmilewater in an all West clash. There is a lot at stake in this game as the losers will play in the Divisional Intermediate championship in 2015. Both teams have had varying times in the senior grade with Fourmilewater unlucky not to contest a county final in recent years while Ardmore won the intermediate title last year.
Canavan on Sky duty FORMER Tyrone footballer Peter Canavan was on duty for Sky Sports at the All-Ireland senior football semi-final replay at the Gaelic Grounds, Limerick on Saturday evening last. This despite the fact that the club that he coaches, namely, Cavan Gaels were in county championship action against Cuchulainns in Virginia. The clash left Canavan in a real dilemma but Sky Sports won out.
Cúl Camps IT WAS a great Summer for the Kelloggs Cul Camps in Waterford with 35 camps across the county over an eight week period. Numbers were up this year with over 2,350 children participating in the camps which was an increase of 150 on 2013 figures. Compliments to the County Coaching and Games Development Committee along with the host clubs and their co-ordinators for the work put in to ensure the success of the camps.
County MHC WITH Round 5 of the county minor hurling championship due to be played this evening (Wednesday), Passage, Dungarvan, Ballygunner and De La Salle are the front runners to advance to the semi-finals in Division 1 with Cois Bhride having an outside chance. In Division 2, Abbeyside, Brickey Rangers, Ballyduff Lower and Glenshelane should make it through while Clan na Gael have an outside chance. There are two groups in Division 3 with St. Olivers,
Tramore and Stradbally the front runners in Group 1 while Ardmore, Naomh Brid, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg and Fourmilewater are in contention in group 2. The round 5 fixtures are: Division 1 - Cois Bhride v. Ballygunner; Dungarvan v. Roanmore; De La Salle v. Passage; Mt. Sion v. St. Carthage’s. Division 2 - Glenshelane v. Abbeyside; St. Declans (East) v. Brickey Rangers; Clan na Gael v. Sacred Heart; Clonea v. Ferrybank. Division 3 (Group 1) - Portlaw v. St. Olivers; Stradbally v. Tramore; St. Mary’s v. St. Saviours. Division 3 (Group 2) - Naomh Brid v. Ballyduff; An Gaeltacht v. Fourmilewater; Ardmore v. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. All games throw-in at 6.45 p.m. and first named team have home venue.
Referees roll of honour WHEN Barry Kelly takes charge of next Sunday’s All-Ireland senior hurling final between Kilkenny and Tipperary at Croke Park it will be the sixth time a Westmeath native will have officiated at the final. Limerick referees head the roll of honour with 25 including one replay of the 132 hurling finals played in total (125 finals and 7 replays). Offaly are in second place with 19 (including one replay) followed by Dublin with 17. Cork natives have taken charge of 12 with one replay with Waterford officials having officiated at 11 including one replay. Tipperary personnel have been in charge of 10 while Kilkenny, Clare and Galway all have seven. Kelly will be taking charge of his fourth decider while Fergal Horgan (Tipperary) will be the man in the middle for the minor final between Limerick and Kilkenny.
London Finals live on TV THE GAA in Great Britain got a welcome boost last weekend when the London senior hurling and senior football finals were shown live on Sky Sports. On Saturday evening, at Ruislip, Kilburn Gaels had a facile 4-20 to 0-8 win over Sean Treacey’s in the hurling decider. Twenty four hours later, Tir Chonaill Gaels won a record 15th football title with a 1-12 to 1-9 win over Fulham Gaels. It was Tir Chonaill Gaels fifth title in eight years. Live TV coverage of the finals was a massive promotion for the GAA in London and beyond.
Eastern Board Results INTERMEDIATE football championship quarter-finals Bonmahon 1-11; St. Mollerans 0-8. Dunhill 1-6; Newtown 0-8.
American Football AN estimated 20,000 American fans travelled to Dublin for last Saturday’s Colleges Classic at Croke Park. The attendance of 53,304 made it the best
Ballyduff Junior Hurling management team Brendan Hannon, Brian Kearney (Manager) and Tom Byrne prior to the Eugene Hickey Memorial Cup challenge between Ballyduff and St. Catherines recently. attended college game ever in this country. Penn State defeated University of Central Florida, 26-24 with a last second field goal. The Penn State side had an entourage of in excess of 300 personnel including players, coaches, support staff and management. It is expected that the next college game will be staged in Croke Park in 2017. Both sides were fulsome in their praise of the venue and its excellent facilities. Croke Park put 134,800 patrons through the turn stiles in a 24 hour period with 81,500 attending Sunday’s All-Ireland SFC semi-final between Dublin and Donegal. A big weekend for the capital’s economy.
Camogie CORK booked their place in the Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Senior camogie final on September 14th with an emphatic semi-final replay win over Wexford on Saturday last. Played on an excellent Walsh Park pitch in front of a large attendance, the Rebels ran out 10 point winners on a 1-15 to 0-8 scoreline. The impressive Orla Cotter from the St. Catherine’s Club in East Cork contributed 8 of the Cork points from play and frees. Cork will now play Kilkenny in the final and will be bidding to win the title for the first time since 2009.
East IHC THE quarter-final pairings in the East intermediate hurling championship are as follows: Clonea v. St. Saviours; Erins Own v. St. Mollerans; Ballygunner v. Portlaw; Ferrybank v. Dunhill. The league tables following the last round of games are as follows: EASTERN IHC TABLES GERRY KENNEDY CRASH REPAIRS EAST INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 P W D L F A Diff. Pts. Clonea 5 3 2 0 111 96 15 8 Ballygunner 5 4 0 1 113 80 33 8 Dunhill 5 3 1 1 102 91 11 7 St. Mollerans 5 1 1 3 85 106 -21 3 Butlerstown 5 0 2 3 80 94 -14 2 Mt. Sion 5 0 2 3 87 111 -24 2 GERRY KENNEDY CRASH REPAIRS EAST INTERMEDIATE HURILNG CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 P W D L F A Diff. Pts. Erins Own 5 4 0 1 102 64 38 8 Ferrybank 5 3 1 1 84 76 8 7 Portlaw 5 3 0 2 74 83 -9 6 St. Saviours 5 3 0 2 99 101 -2 6 De La Salle 5 1 1 3 83 82 1 3 Tramore 5 0 0 5 51 87 -36 0
Scór na Seachtaine MARK Ferncombe’s 43rd minute point for Ballinacourty in their Senior football championship game at the Gaelic Field last Saturday evening.
Munster Council grants CLUBS are reminded that this Friday, September 5th at 5 pm is the closing date for applications to be forwarded to the County Development Officer, Trish Walsh.
Donegal connection POPULAR barman at the Local Bar, The Square, Dungarvan Kieran Mulligan from Gweedore was thrilled with Donegal’s double success in Croke Park earlier in the day which he travelled up to see and it’s no wonder why, as Kieran’s cousin Cian Mulligan was wing back number 7 on the County’s Minor team. Cian contributed to the win both in general play and on the scoreboard where he kicked two fine points for his winning team.
North American Camogie medal THE Observer extends its sporting congratulations to Clashmore’s Aisling O’Donnell on winning a North American Camogie Championship medal with Durham Gaels, Toronto in Boston last Sunday. Another Clashmore native Maurice Condon, who is currently living and working in the States was refereeing at the Finals.
Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of John O’Reilly, St Martin’s Terrace, Dungarvan, who died last weekend. A very stylish hurler, John played underage with Dungarvan in the 1960’s and he won a County Junior Hurling medal with Eire Og in 1968 when the local club beat Griffiths Place from Waterford in the County Final in the Gaelic Field.
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Ballinacourty who qualified for the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Footbal Final by defeating local rivals Dungarvan at the Fraher Field. Back Row. (L. to R.) Jonathan Moore, Shane O’Gorman, Paddy Bergin, Maurice Power, John O’Riordan, Richie Ryan, Eoin Bergin, Michael Maher, Stephen Deering, Colm Kindregan, Conor Prunty, Kevin Dwane, Laurence Hurney. Front Row. (L. to R.): Stephen O’Connor, Diarmuid Henley, David Looby, Tiernan Murray, Patrick Lynch, David Ferncombe, David Power, Ross Dunford, John Elsted, John Gorman.
Ballinacourty reaches Divisional final RADLEY ENGINEERING WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL Balinacourty ………...2-15; Dungarvan …………….0-3. AN in-form Ballinacourty second string proved too strong for an understrength Dungarvan 15 in the Western Intermediate semi- final at the Fraher Field last Thursday evening. When the teams met in the Group stages, Dungarvan came out on top by 4-8 to 0-10 and they played some good football here, but without the championship’s top player this year, Gavin Crotty, who was injured, and a number of more players from the first game, this was always going to be a difficult task for the
town team. Ballinacourty welcomed back Ross Dunford to their side and in a Man of the Match performance, he contributed 1-3 of his side’s tally. The winners led by 1-10 to 0-2 at the break and a 41st minute David Power goal ended the game as a contest. Both Davids, Looby and Ferncombe had their shooting boots on both from play and from placed balls, contributing 0-8 between them for ’Courty and further scores were recorded by Michael Maher, Laurence Hurney and Eoin Bergin. Dungarvan’s sole marksmen were Trevor Crotty 0-2 (1f) and Liam Ryan. The teams were level at 0-2 apiece in the 10th minute
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FIXTURES Thursday, 4th September Senior Hurling Relegation Play-off at 8.00 p.m. Ardmore V Fourmilewater. Friday, 5th September Senior Hurling Championship Quarter Final at 8.00 p.m. De La Salle V Tallow Saturday, 6th September County Bord na nÓg Under 13 Hurling Co Finals At 10.30 a.m. Div. 3: Sacred Heart V Clashmore/Kinsalebeg At 11.45 a.m. Div. 1: Ballygunner V Abbeyside At 1.00 p.m. Div. 2: Tramore V Cois Brid Junior Hurling Intermediate attached At 3.00 p.m. Abbeyside V An Rinn Junior Hurling Premier At 4.30 p.m. Geraldines V St Marys Senior Hurling Quarter-Final At 7.30 p.m. Dungarvan V Passage East Sunday, 7th September Intermediate Hurling Quarter Final’s At 6.00 p.m. Brickey Rangers V Stradbally At 7.15 p.m. An Rinn V Ballysaggart FIELD BOOKINGS Please contact gercotter@hotmail.com or phone 087 7568493
Referee Tommy O’Sullivan pictured with team captain Liam Ryan (Dungarvan) and Patrick Lynch (Ballinacourty). but when effective wing back Stephen Deering placed
GAA CLUBINTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL After the recent football games last weekend we now know our opponents are Dunhill in the Eastern Semi-Final. This match is fixed for 20th September with time and venue to be decided. UNDERAGE We play Tramore this Friday in the u-12 league at 6.30 p.m. in Fews. Please come along and support these players. Our game v Ballyduff was postponed last week and will be played over the coming weeks. Training continues Thursday evening at 6.30 p.m.
Ross Dunford for the winner’s first goal, their confidence
LAST MAN STANDING The loss of Man City last weekend meant the end for a lot of entrants. Anyone still in the running please get your teams in before 12 noon on Saturday. CANCER FUNDRAISER On Saturday, September 13th, there will be a charity event in Morrissey's Bar to help raise funds for Cancer Research. Music will be supplied by Sliabh gCua Ramblers along with a raffle and finger food. Please come out to support this event and have a fun night while doing so.
Western Board GAA Results Results Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Semi-Finals: Brickey Rangers 0-17; Geraldines 2-8 Ballinacourty 2-15; Dungarvan 0-3 Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Tallow 3-8; Affane 2-6 Shamrocks 6-8; Kilgobinet 1-6
Fixtures Saturday, 6th September Local Bar Junior Hurling Premier: Geraldines V St. Mary’s at Fraher Field 4.30 pm Local Bar Junior Hurling Senior Attached Semi-Final: Ballyduff V Tallow at Lismore 5 pm Local Bar Junior Hurling Intermediate
Attached Quarter Finals: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Ballysaggart at Cappaquin 5.30 pm Abbeyside V An Rinn at Fraher Field 3 pm Lawlors Hotel Junior football Premier league Final: Emmetts V Modeligo at Bushy Park 2.30 pm Sunday, 7th September Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Quarter Finals: Stradbally V Brickey Rangers at Fraher Field 6 pm Ballysaggart V An Rinn at Fraher Field 7.15 pm Local Bar Junior Hurling Senior Attached Semi-Final: Lismore V Dungarvan at Cappaquin 12 noon
grew and ’Courty proceeded to dominate the play around the field and cut through the Blues defence. The scores mounted and some of these from such as Ross Dunford, Laurence Hurney, David Ferncome and David Looby were out of the top drawer while corner back Eoin Bergin worked his way upfield to also get on the scoring sheet. Playing with the wind, the Ballinacourty didn’t score as much in the second half and fair play to the young Blues side, they tried throughout the half, though theirs was a lost cause, as they just didn’t have the strength to contest the game on the scoreboard. Though this is Ballinacourty’s second string
team, the side possesses footballers well up to the standard in this grade and while they will contest the Western Final as underdogs, they will, in our view, be in with a 50/50 chance of reaching the County Final. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Ross Dunford, David Looby, Stephen Deering. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Darragh Fitzgerald, Liam Ryan, Trevor Crotty. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ross Dunford. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7. Dungarvan 2. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 2-10. Dungarvan 0-2. Frees For: Ballinacourty 15. Dungarvan 17. Wides: Ballinacourty 13. Dungarvan 3. Score of the Match: David
Ferncombe’s 60th minute point from an impossible angle. Ballinacourty: Richie Ryan; Eoin Bergin, Diarmuid Henley, Maurice Power; Stephen Deering, Patrick Lynch, Eoin Enright; Laurence Hurney, Conor Prunty; Michael Maher, Ross Dunford, David Ferncombe; David Power, David Looby, Tiernan Murray. Subs: John Elsted, Stephen O’Connor, Jonathan Moore, Colm Kindregan, Paddy Bergin. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Darragh Fitzgerald, Gavin Power, John Havens; Denis Kirwan, Mickey Power, Aidan Kirwan; Liam Ryan, Karl Duggan; David Houlihan, Trevor Crotty, Eamonn Crotty; Sean Hyslop, Seamus Cunningham, Eamonn Ryan. Subs: Patrick Houlihan, Luke Egan, Mark Power. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).
Waterford GAA Results Tony Kirwan Plant Hire East Intermediate Football Championship Knock-outs: Bunmahon 1-11; St Molleran's 0-8 Dunhill 1-6; Newtown 0-8 J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football Championship - Group 1: Ballinacourty 1-16; Kilrosanty 0-4 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-13; Ardmore 0-10 An Rinn 0-18; Rathgormack 0-7 Radley Engineering West Intermediate Football Championship KO: Ballinacourty 2-15; Dungarvan 0-3 Brickey Rangers 0-17; Geraldines 2-8 Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship KO: Tallow 3-8; Affane 2-6 Shamrocks 6-8; Kilgobinet 1-6 John Cullinane Plant Hire Eastern Junior Football Championship Intermediate Attached: Portlaw W/O Tramore Dublin Branch of Waterford Supporters Club U16 H Div 1: Mt. Sion 4-14; Cappoquin 2-15 St. Carthage’s 2-13; Dungarvan 2-13 De La Salle 8-13; Kilmacthomas 1-10 Abbeyside 3-13; Brickey Rangers 2-12 Ballygunner W/O Roanmore Dublin Branch of Waterford Supporters Club U-16 H Div 2:
Passage W/O St Saviour's Naomh Brid 7-18; St Oliver's 4-10 Fourmilewater 2-12; Portlaw 2-9 Clonea 4-16; Cois Bhride 2-9 Cois Bhride W/O St Oliver's Dublin Branch of Waterford Supporters Club U16 H Div 3: An Ghaeltacht 4-14; St Molleran's 3-3 St. Mary's Juvenile 3-12; Scared Heart 3-4 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg W/O Butlerstown Micheal MacCraith Tramore 4-13; Ardmore 3-12 Ballyduff Upper W/O Stradbally Div 2 Waterford Dublin Supporters Club: Brickey Rgs 6-4; St Mary's Juvenile 2-4 U-11 Football Division 1: Rathgormack 2-3; Youghal 1-6 U-11 Football Division 2: Ballyduff Upr 1-6; Cappoquin/Affane 2-2 U-12 Division 1: Kilrossanty 2-4; The Nire 1-7 U-11 East Football: Na Gaeil W/O Scared Heart Portlaw 6-10; Butlerstown 4-0 St Mary's Juvenile 2-5; Roanmore 1-1 Roanmore 6-7; Butlerstown 0-1 John Mitchel's W/O Scared Heart Portlaw 2-6; Ferrybank 0-4 Gaultier 5-11; Ballyduff Lower 1-1 U-12 East Div 1: Portlaw 3-3; St Mary's Juvenile 2-3
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The Brickey Rangers team who defeated Geraldines in the Radley Engineering Intermediate football Western semi-final. Back row left to right: Kevin McCarthy, Cian O’Halloran, Niall Collins, Jack O’Donnell, Richie Halpin, Carthach Shalloe, Philip Walsh, Olan Casey, Mark Shalloe, Cormac Curran, Conor Morrissey, Emmet Gaffney, Jamie Kiely, Shane Nugent, Darragh Duggan, Darragh O’Grady. Front row left to right: Carthach Barry, Christopher Power, Joe Grant, Diarmuid Tobin, Mark Cummins, Mark Scanlan, Conor McGrath, Shane McGrath, Kieran O’Neill, Tommy Lynch, Cormac O’Grady, Conor Phelan, Stevie Ahearne.
Impressive performance by Brickey footballers RADLEY ENGINEERING INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Brickey Rangers …....0-17; Geraldines ……………2-8. WITH 47 minutes on the clock in the second Western Intermediate semi-final at the Gaelic Field last Sunday afternoon Brickeys held a match winning 0-15 to 0-5 lead over last year’s finalists Geraldines. They had outplayed their opponents from the throw-in and it was clear from their style of play that they had spent a number of years in the Senior Grade. Whether they took their foot of the pedal or not, the Geraldines outscored them by 2-3 to 0-2 in the last 13 minutes as once again the Gers level of fitness was clear to see. The end result was that the Brickey camp endured some nervous last minutes but taking the hour in its entirety the winners well deserved their place in the Western Final.
One could say that Geraldines never got going until the match was beyond them but they were not left into the contest by the winners who played some very impressive team football in both halves. Geraldines will be disappointed with the loss but they have made serious progress in their style of play and their fitness this year and they will be difficult to beat in the 2015 championship. Brickeys won the toss and playing against the wind they opened the scoring with a Carthach Shalloe point after four minutes. Ed Donovan and Stephen Kennefick had Geraldines in front for the only time in the game by the 7th minute before Brickeys centre back and man of the match Mark Cummins travelled upfield to level the game with eleven minutes on the clock. Until his enforced departure from the game due to injury, Emmet Gaffney was a thorn in the Geraldines
defence and his 12th minute point possessed a stamp of class about it that would be at home in a higher grade. Brickeys tactic of breaking the ball down from kickouts in midfield was working well and with Conor McGrath in a rich vein of form, he popped over four first half points, the local team steadily took control of the game. They led by 0-5 to 0-2 at the end of the first quarter as Geraldines tried to stay in touch with further first half scores from midfielder Ray Connery and centre back Jerome Maher answering points from Carthach Shalloe (f) and a second brace of points from Conor McGrath. Geraldines forward division were kept well under control in the first moiety by a Brickey rear-guard that was well marshalled by Mark Cummins and this continued in the second half with the Geraldines forwards not scoring from play after the break until the 51st minute. Mark
Mark Cummins, man of the match for Brickey Rangers against Geraldines. Shalloe (f) and sub Carthach Shalloe split the posts in the town end by the 34th minute with midfielder Ray Connery, who played out of his skin for the Gers, replying two min-
Western Board Championship Results BALLINACOURTY and Brickey Rangers will contest the final of the Radley Engineering Divisional Intermediate Football Championship. They recorded victories over Dungarvan and Geraldines respectively in last weekend’s semi-finals. In the Lawlors Hotel Premier Junior Football Championship Tallow advanced to the semi-finals as a result of their 3-8 to 2-6 victory over Affane. Meanwhile, Shamrocks will play An Sean Phobal in the remaining quarter-final tie following their play-off win over Kilgobinet. The winners of that game will join Emmetts, Modeligo and Tallow in the semi-final draw.
Tallow into semi-finals LAWLORS HOTEL JFC PREMIER Tallow ............................. 3-8; Affane ..............................2-6. GOALS from Stephen Pratt and William Curley in the opening half and one from Sean Gleeson in the second period set up Tallow ffor a deserved win over Affane at Ballyduff on Friday night. This win puts Tallow into the semi-finals of the Premier JFC along with Emmetts and Modeligo and the winners of the Shamrocks and An Sean Phobal quarter-final tie. FIRST HALF Affane made the better start with a brace of Keith Landers points before Sean Gleeson kicked Tallow’s opening score in the 6th minute. The opening goal came on the quarter hour when Stephen Pratt reacted first
when the ball broke off the upright and sent the rebound to the net. Tallow had their second goal on 20 minutes when William Curley found the net after good outfield work by Aaron Pratt. The winners now led by 2-4 to 0-3. AFFANE GOALS The Affane response was decisive with a 21st minute Paul Murray goal following a defence splitting run before blasting the ball to the roof of the net. Affane added a second goal inside 5 minutes with Cillian O’Sullivan the scorer and he also converted a free to leave only the minimum between the sides at the break. Tallow went in leading at half-time by 2-5 to 2-4. LOW SCORING The second half in com-
parison to the first only produced 6 scores with the crucial one being a 43rd minute Sean Gleeson goal which gave Tallow a 3-7 to 24 lead. The third quarter saw Michael Curley stretch Tallow’s lead in the 35th minute and the same player converted a free in the 41st minute. Gleeson’s goal gave Tallow a 6 point cushion and in a strong position to advance to the knock-out stages. AFFANE POINTS Affane had only one scorer namely Cillian O’Sullivan in the second half and he kicked a brace in the 44th and 54th minutes, the latter being the last score of the game. Affane attacked in search of a goal with one chance blazed wide and a resolute Tallow holding firm.
Scorers: Tallow: W. Curley 1-1, S. Pratt 1-1, S. Gleeson 1-1, M. Curley 0-3 (0-2 frees), J. P. Grey 0-1 (‘45), K. Geary 0-1. Affane: C. O’Sullivan 1-3, P. Murray 1-0, K. Landers 0-3. Tallow: J. P. Grey; A. Curley, E. Hickey, J. Tobin; S. O’Sullivan, B. Henley, K. Frasier; K. Geary, A. Pratt; K. Henley, M. Curley, E. Sheehan; S. Pratt, S. Gleeson, W. Curley. Subs: Brian McCarthy for K. Henley; Bob McCarthy for A. Pratt; J. Neville for B. Henley. Affane: D. Curran; K. Denn, D. McCarthy, C. Landers; S. Murray, T. Looby, C. Murray; P. J. Curran, P. Murray; S. O’Rourke, S. Coughlan, G. McCarthy; A. O’Sullivan, K. Landers, C. O’Sullivan. Subs: K. Looby for Denn; C. Looby for P. J. Curran; Paudie Landers for O’Rourke; D. Cahillane for G. McCarthy; F. Keneiry for Paul Murray. Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).
utes later, 0-10 to 0-5. Brickeys moved up a gear and from the 39th to the 47th minute, they registerd five unanswered points via Shane McGrath, Conor McGrath, Mark Shalloe (f), sub Cormac O’Grady and Carthach Shalloe. 0-10 in arrears, Geraldines got a new lease of life from somewhere and just before a Danny O’Keeffe pointed free in the 51st minute, his first score of the hour, we got a glimpse of things to come as Brickey goalie Joe Grant was called on to save a goal scoring opportunity. There is always a green flag in Steven Kennefick and the threatened goal arrived immediately by Kennefick from a Jamie Landers pass as the Gers deficit was now reduced to 0-6 at 0-15 to 1-6. Mark Shalloe steadied the Brickey cause with a well struck point answered on this occasion by Aidan Dwyer’s only score of the game. There was still seven minutes
remaining when Danny O’Keeffe, who was at last getting some room up front, supplied his brother Jason with the size 5 and he put the cat among the pigeons when he billowed the country end goal, 0-16 to 2-7. There was no further score for six minutes as Brickeys came to terms with this commendable Geraldines revival and Carthach Shalloe kicked over a morale boosting Brickey free which gave the winners a 0-4 cushion. The final flag was raised in the 60th minute when Danny O’Keeffe, standing in front of a packed Brickey goal line had little choice but to take a pointed free that left just one kick of the ball between the teams at the long whistle. Brickeys Top Three: Mark Cummins, Conor McGrath, Mark Shalloe. Geraldines Top Three: Ray Connery, Steven O’Keeffe, Matty O’Brien. Observer’s Man of the Match: Mark Cummins. Number of Scorers: Brickeys
8. Geraldines 7. Scores from Play: Brickeys :0-14. Geraldines 2-7. Frees For: Brickeys 17. Geraldines : 21. Wides: Brickeys 5. Geraldines 7. Score of the Match: Emmet Gaffney’s 12th minute point. Brickeys: Joe Grant; Kieran O’Neill, Philip Walsh, Diarmuid Tobin; Mark Scanlon, Mark Cummins 0-1, Tommy Lynch; Darragh Duggan, Conor Phelan; Conor McGrath 0-5, Mark Shalloe 0-3(1f), Shane McGrath 0-1; Carthach Shalloe 0-4(2f), Olan Casey, Emmet Gaffney 0-1. Subs: Carthach Barry 0-1, Cormac O’Grady 0-1, Richie Halpin, Cormac Curran, Darragh O’Grady, Conor Morrissey. Geraldines: Pat O’Donovan; Ricky Fitzgerald, Steven Fitzgerald, Brendan Dwyer; Johnny Healy Jerome Maher 0-1, Steven Hally; Matty O’Brien, Ray Connery 0-2; Aidan Dwyer 0-1, Danny O’Keeffe 0-2 (1f), Steven Kennefick 1-1; Jamie Landers, Ed Donovan 0-1, Peter Coughlan. Subs: Jason O’Keeffe 1-0, Stevie Keane, Shane Kenny. Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).
Shamrocks advance to quarter-finals LAWLORS HOTEL JFC (PREMIER) Shamrocks .................... 6-8; Kilgobinet ...................... 1-6. AN easy win for Shamrocks at Cappoquin on Saturday evening as they proved far too strong for Kilgobinet. The game as a contest was over at the break as the winners held an unavailable 3-6 to 0-1 lead. The Shamrocks first half goals came from Ciaran O’Keeffe, Colm Roche and Adam Crawford in the 12th, 25th and 28th minutes. Kilgobinet had their one and only score of the half on the quarter hour from a Paul
Walsh free. A brace of goals from halftime substitute Chris Murphy in the 33rd and 35th minutes ensured a safe passage for Shamrocks to a quarter-final meeting with An Sean Phobal. Nicholas Dwane was the Kilgobinet goal scorer on the three quarter hour and he added a late point. Paul Walsh kicked 4 second half points for Kilgobinet. Scorers: Shamrocks: C. Roche 2-5, (1-4 frees), C. Murphy 2-0, A. Crawford 1-1, C. O’Keeffe 1-1, S. Roche 0-1. Kilgobinet: P. Walsh 0-5 (0-2 frees), N. Dwane 1-1. Shamrocks: R. Murphy; J.
Murphy, J. O’Donovan, B. Harnedy; J. Ahearn, J. Leahy, J. P. Lucey; S. Roche, E. Lonergan; A. Crawford, J. Murphy, C. Roche; E. Murphy, J. O’Neill, C. O’Keeffe. Subs used: C. Herlihy, E. Hynes, A. Kelly, C. Murphy, M. O’Neill. Kilgobinet: E. Dunford; P. Fahey, J. Cass, F. Power; M. Dunford, J. J. Fitzgerald, C. Kavanagh; D. O’Brien, P. Walsh; J. Murphy, T. Fahey, M. Phelan; D. Crowther, N. Phelan, S. Coffey. Subs: J. Fennell for Murphy; N. Dwane for Coffey; J. Hallinan for Crowther; T. Cullinane for Power. Referee: T. O’Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin).
Ballyduff Upper GAA Club LOTTO The numbers drawn in last week’s lotto were 3, 5, 15, 28. There was no jackpot winner. €30 winners were Bob Allen, Laura Nolan, Denis Geary, Vincent Sheehan. JUNIOR HURLING The Western semi-final versus near neighbours Tallow throws-in at 5 pm on Saturday, 6th in Lismore. Ballyduff have already played Tallow in the group stage earlier this year, coming out on top by six points. Last Friday Ballyduff plyed Abbeyside in a challenge match, winning comfortably on a scoreline
of 4-15 to 2-7. Team: Jamie Keating, Denis McDonagh, Aidan Feeney, Conor Hannon, Seamus Mills, Mike Drislane, Colm Horgan, Eoin Scanlon, David Walsh, Colin Keane, Tommy Feeney, Jack Daly, Sean Tanner, Eddie Molumphy, Mark Dooling. Subs: Conor Geary, Sean Brackett, Mike Ahern, Will Hickey, Gerry O'Donovan, Kenneth Geary, Martin Feeney,
LADIES FOOTBALL Commiserations to the Ballyduff Ladies footballers, who narrowly lost the Intermediate county final last weekend, defeated by a single point against Stradbally.
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COUNTY SENIOR HURLING QUARTER-FINALS
Eastern teams fancied to advance TALLOW V DE LA SALLE in Fraher Field Friday, September 5th at 8.00 p.m. DUNGARVAN V PASSAGE In Fraher Field Saturday, September 6th at 7.30 p.m. THE business end of the Senior Hurling Championship commences this weekend when the first two QuartereFinals are down for decision at the Fraher Field. Group 1 teams De La Salle and County Champions Passage come in as favourites to advance to the semi finals later in the month with Western standard bearers Tallow and Dungarvan striving to confound the pundits and upset the pre match predictions.
David O’Brien (Tallow)
Kevin Moran (De La Salle) TALLOW V DE LA SALLE These two teams last met in the Championship on August 24th, 2013 and the result caused a stir in more ways than one. Tallow won against the lethargic County Champions by 2-10 to 0-13 with a brace of superb goals by Thomas Ryan giving the Western team a place in the Quarter-Finals at the expense of Lismore. Despite beating An Rinn by 7-23 to 019 in Clashmore, Tallow leaped frogged Lismore on the league table with questions being asked in certain quarters about how focused De La Salle were in the Fraher Field. However, Tallow’s team management had their charges fired up for this game and they used their bench well to record a deserving win on the night. They beat what was put before them with brilliant freetaker Paul Kearney,0-7(6f), Aidan Kearney, Shane McCarthy and William Henley all supporting Thomas Ryan on the scoreboard. Incidentally, Tallow were missing Paul Kearney and William Henley against Ardmore two weeks ago and Aidan Kearney and Shane McCarthy weren’t on the starting fifteen. The Bridesiders welcomed back Evan Sheehan this year after a year of unwelcomed and enforced absence through injury in 2013 and he showed against Ardmore that he has settled back into the team in no uncertain terms when he recorded 3-2 of his
side’s 3-17 finishing tally. Tallow will give this QuarterFinal one hell of an effort and the County finalists of 2011 will, no doubt give it their all to do their club proud. De la Salle should be in a different frame of mind this Friday evening back at the same venue and following their defeat by County Champions Passage in Walsh Park a fortnight ago, they will be anxious to get their campaign back on track and qualify for a semi-final spot. De La Salle haven’t set the championship on fire so far in 2014 compared to other years and they will be seeking a confidence booster here as the action intensifies in this year’s campaign. The Gracedieu club couldn’t haul back a rampant Passage last day out and some of their star players didn’t perform so their form will be closely studied on Friday night. They are, no doubt, the clear favourites to advance to the semis but it may not be the plain sailing that is being widely predicted. DUNGARVAN V PASSAGE This could well be the tie of the quarter finals as an in form Passage travel to Fraher Field to defend the title they won so dramatically, but deservingly, in Walsh Park for a historic first occasion last year. Nobody, especially in the Passage club, will ever forget the sea of red and white on the field in Walsh Park as the News and Star Cup was being presented and having tasted this success, the Champions are coming both back and good at the right time for a desired second helping. Following an indifferent start to their Group games where they drew with Roanmore and Lismore and were defeated by Abbeyside, the Champions performed when most required and their displays against Fourmilewater and De La Salle left no one in doubt as to their current well being. Passage produced all round displays of both skilful hurling and combined team determination in their latter two games and in this vein of form they are very difficult to beat. Apart from the influential John Whitty, who suffered a serious leg injury before the championship, Passage have all their troops on duty this year and their display against a De La Salle team, that were never going to hand over
Kenny Moore (Dungarvan) 6 to 7 year Old Group with Coach, Gavin Whelan at the Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp in Lismore GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Stephen Mason (Passage) qualification easily to the Champions was impressive in the extreme. Passage will deservingly wear the tag of favouritism on Saturday evening as they continue their march to defending their crown. Dungarvan, who contested the 2012 County Final, have shown improved form this year, compared to 2013 when they failed to qualify for the knockout stages. After a terrible first half against Ballygunner in the opening game, they recovered somewhat to reduce the finishing result to 2-21 to 2-15. Wins followed against Ardmore and Ballyduff and it was during the recent game against Mount Sion that Dungarvan showed some serious promise. Though conceding 1-19, the Blues banged in four goals in Walsh Park and playing against a team of the calibre of Passage, they will more than likely need to raise more green flags here if they are going to advance further on Saturday evening. The loss of the injured Colm Curran continues to be a blow for the local side as does the currently out of action Gavin Crotty, man of the match the last day, and Aaron Donnelly, both of whom picked up serious injuries in Walsh Park. On the plus side, the Blues have a stronger panel now than at any stage since they returned to Senior ranks in 2010 with some good young players coming through from their successful underage teams. Playing the County Champions, who never relinquish titles easily, this is a huge task for Dungarvan but it is one they should relish as they are given the opportunity to play the best and if they can continue their upward trend of form, then perhaps the Champions will be put to the pin of their collar to advance against this young Blues outfit.
Naomh Brid who lost to Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the Division 3 Western U-13 Hurling Final.
[Rory Wyley]
SENIOR HURLING RELEGATION PLAY-OFF
Fourmilewater favourites but Ardmore won’t lie down ARDMORE V FOURMILEWATER Thursday, September 4th in Fraher Field at 8.00 p.m. THIS is the fixture that every Senior club wants to avoid but, when it comes your way, it has to be tackled head on. Many predict that the Intermediate Champions of the previous year are always shortlisted for this game as it takes some time, if you are lucky enough to get it, to adapt to the level of Senior hurling. Ardmore find themselves in this position but as well as this, they have injuries and absentees that have made their season that bit more difficult. Declan Prendergast has been missing in recent games due to an injury picked up in the football championship while both Clinton and Richie Hennessy are out of the country. Last year’s Intermediate champions would have targeted teams such as Dungarvan, Ballyduff and Tallow to gain some Group points but this became impossible when they were not at full strength. Despite their current problems, they possess the best hurler in the championship, in
Seamus Prendergast (Ardmore)
Liam Lawlor (Fourmilewater)
our opinion, in Seamus Prendergast, and his attitude and performances in trying circumstances is an example and a lesson for all others to follow for their club. Ardmore gave Tallow a right game of it in Clashmore last week before going under by 3-17 to 3-15 and this performance may well stand to them this Thursday evening. One thing is sure, though the odds are stacked against them and they haven’t as balanced a side as their opponents, the seasiders won’t be handing over their Senior status on a plate and this is a game that should be well worth a visit. Nobody, and especially themselves, would have
expected Fourmilewater to be one of the two teams listed for this fixture. They almost avoided it, but for an equalising Maurice Shanahan pointed free in time added on for Lismore against them last Saturday (2-11 to 1-14), and they must still be wondering how they have arrived in this position in 2014 after showing such promise in recent years and with good young talent coming through. Fourmile will be the clear favourites to secure their Senior status tomorrow night and if they can repeat the form they displayed against Abbeyside in the first round when they scored a resounding victory, they should achieve just that. The
Ballymac men were on fire that day but they showed a weakness in the next game v Roanmore and with difficult fixtures to come against De La Salle, Passage and Lismore, it was the Roanmore game that realistically caused their current problems. THE FIGURES Fourmilewater and Roanmore finished Group 1 on 3 pts each and the Western team had a better scoring difference than their Eastern counterparts by 10 pts, -9 against -19 but as Roanmore won the head to head with Fourmile it is the latter team that are plunged into the Relegation Play-Off. Ardmore didn’t win any game and they finished with a -55 scoring difference in contrast to -9 for Fourmilewater. Ardmore scored 79 pts in their five games compared to 80 pts for their opposition tomorrow evening which suggests there is little difference between the forwards but Ardmore have conceded 134 pts compared to 89 pts for Benjy Whelan’s charges and therein lies a clue as to who might retain their Senior status. Best of luck to both clubs.
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Glór na nGael announces a new club competition at Croke Park A PRIZE fund of €7000 for GAA clubs promoting the Irish Language The President of the GAA, Liam Ó Neill, launched a new competition for GAA clubs at Croke Park on 25th August 2014. Comórtas na nGael (the Gaels’ competition) is a new Irish language interclub competition, organised by an Coiste Gaeilge (the Irish Language Committee), the GAA and Glór na nGael. The competition will give recognition to GAA clubs who make the best
progress throughout the year for the language. Pat Carey, Chairperson of Glór na nGael, said, “With this competition we are hopeful that the Irish language will grow, develop and blossom as the language of the country, and that it will foster goodwill and respect for the language and the Irish speaking community.” A total prize fund of €7,000 will be awarded, as follows: National Winner €2,000
Best club in Leinster €1,000 Best club in Connacht €1,000 Best club in Ulster €1,000 Best club in Munster €1,000 Best Gaeltacht or all-Irish club €1,000 Best international club €1,000 The development and use of the language will be assessed according to the following four elements; • Visibility of Irish in the club • Use of Irish in the club • Fostering learning opportunities • The status of Irish in the club
Kilkenny win 33rd Annual Tony Forristal Cup
Cork triumphs in Sonny Walsh
Kilkenny ………………2-16; Galway …………………2-5. SATURDAY evening’s final saw an excellent Kilkenny side ease home to victory past a valiant Galway side with some sublime scores. It should be noted however that the final score does not really reflect the entire match as for long periods Galway hung in doggedly, having conceded a goal in the opening minute and indeed had Galway taken some of the early goa chances the game could have taken on a different pattern indeed. As tiredness set in Kilkenny showed far greater economy in taking the scores from distance with Conor Heavy and Alex Hatt scoring from glorious points from distance. Galway to their credit fought to the end but after a long days hurling it was a bridge too far. Conor Heavy of O’Loughlin Gaels received the Tony Forristal Cup from Niall Forristal, while Alex Hatt of the Rower Inistiogue picked up the Larry Quinn Man of the match Award The referee for the match was Pat Kehoe Wexford and the linesmen were Anthony Fitzgerald and Nicholas O’Toole of Waterford. SONNY WALSH TROPHY Cork 3-5; Tipperary 1-5 Cork and Tipperary met in the Sonny Walsh Final at 5.45 p.m. with both sides have had little break after an energy sapping days hurling. There was very little to choose between the sides with Cork edging ahead at half time on a score line of 1-5 to 1- 3 . The second half continued to be tight but as is often said goals win games and in this instance Cork scored three while Tipperary only managed the one, leading to a 6 point winning margin. Credit to both sides for such a splendid match after such a long day. Aaron Walsh Barry of the Blackrock Club in Cork collected the Sonny Walsh Cup
from Stella Walsh and then Shane Curtain of Cork Rovers Club in Cork picked up the Man of the Match award from Seaghan Walsh. The referee for the match was Gavin Quilty of Kilkenny. DIVISION 1 ROUND UP In St. Saviours Group 3 consisted of Clare, Antrim and Tipperary, Limerick and Tipperary. Clare and Antrim got proceedings underway at 10.00 am with Clare scraping home by the narrowest of margins. The second games of the group say Tipperary overcome a tired Antrim side and in the final game they accounted comfortably for Clare putting them into the semi final. In Group 4 Kilkenny accounted for both Limerick and Wexford with relative ease while Limerick and Wexford fought out a close match with Limerick triumphant by virtue of a goal. The semi-final between Kilkenny and Tipperary started off as a tense affair but Kilkenny quickly gained the upper hand and ran out comfortable winners at full time. GROUPS 1 & 2 In Mount Sion, Waterford, Galway and Offaly contested Group 2, with proceedings starting with Waterford and Offaly at 10.00 am. After a tight first half that saw Waterford secure a late goal, this seemed to take the wind out of Offaly’s sails and Waterford eased how with a 9 point winning margin. The second game of the groups saw Galway take advantage of a tired Offaly side who used the opportunity to give their full panel a run, leaving Waterford and Galway to meet in the last game on a winner take all basis. After a tight initial 30 minutes with little between the side, Galway took full advantage of the wind for the last 10 minutes seeing them through as comfortable winners Group 3 also hosted by Mount Sion featured Dublin, Cork and Laois. In this Group
Cork proved to be too strong for both their opponents while Dublin had a comfortable win over Laois. The semi-final between Cork and Galway was tight affair as Galway struggled to overcome tiredness having only had a short break following their exertions in their previous game. Over the 40 minutes though they proved to be too strong for a well organised and skilful Cork side triumphing by 9 points in the end. DIVISION 2 ROUND-UP In De La Salle Tipperary proved to be proved too strong for Kerry and Waterford while in the other Group Galway powered past Limerick and Clare. The semi-final was a tight affair with Tipperary securing a 4 point victory. In Erin’s Own there was one group with Wexford, Dublin Kilkenny and Cork meeting on a league basis. It was very tight group with Cork and Wexford both finiishing on 4 points with Kilkenny and Dublin finishing on 2 apiece. Cork progressed to the final by virtue of less scores conceded. Port Lairge A Panel: Daryl Walsh Portlaw; Lorcan Dwyer Sheridan, De La Salle; Tadgh Foley, Ballygunner; Fionnáin Hickey, Ballyduff Upper; Ciarán Power, Clonea; Iarlaith Daly, Lismore; John Devine, Dungarvan; Kevin Hennessy, De La Salle; Cormac Power, Ballygunner; Charlie Costello, Mount Sion; Shane Kiely, Abbeyside; Jamie Walsh, Abbeyside; Conor Ryan, Roanmore; Brian Cooke, Roanmore; Alan Kirwin, Mount Sion; Niall Power, Na Gaeil; Liam O’Brien, St. Olivers; Jack Troy, Ballygunner; James Riordan, Abbeyside; Darragh Power, Kilmacthomas; Daithi Brunnock, Abbeyside; Aidan Gahan, De La Salle; Kyle Roche, Clashmore; Meldan Dwyer, Abbeyside. Port Lairge B: Liam Coad, De La Salle; Matthew Kiely, Ballygunner; Luke O’Brien, Mount Sion; Conor Burns, St. Mary's; Reece Stringer, St Pats; Sam Flynn, De La Salle; Jack Pierce, Ballygunner; Neil Sullivan,
Ferrybank; Patrick Power, Kilrossanty; Ben Daly, Ballygunner; Dylan Finn, De La Salle; Ben Flynn, Abbeyside; Séadhna Mac Giolla Chuda, An Gaeltacht; Seaghan Walsh, De La Salle; Kian Houlihan, St. Saviours; Shane Barrett Kavanagh, Ballygunner; Pauric Hallihan, Kilmacthomas; Joseph Duggan, St Olivers; Dean Beresford, Abbeyside; Dylan Fitzgerald, Portlaw; Cameron Cleary, Kilmacthomas; Ryan O’Keeffe, Lismore; Seamus Cronin, Ardmore; Jack Fitzgerald, Ballygunner. RESULTS Venue: Mount Sion Division 1 Group A - Laois, Cork, Dublin Group B - Offaly, Waterford, Galway. Laois 1-4 5-8 Cork Waterford 2-11; 0-8 Offaly Laois 1 - 1; 5-9 Dublin Galway 4-21; 0-2 Offaly Cork 1-9; 0-3 Dublin Waterford 1-7; 3-10 Galway Semi Final: Cork 2-6; 4-9 Galway Venue: St. Saviours Division 1 Group C - Clare, Antrim, Tipperary Group D - Limerick, Kilkenny, Wexford. Clare 1-8; 1-7 Antrim Limerick 0 -1; 2-15 Kilkenny Antrim 2-5; 3-13 Tipperary Limerick 1-9; 0-9 Wexford Clare 1-6; 2-13 Tipperary Kilkenny 4-12; 0-7 Wexford Semi Final: Kilkenny 4-12; 1-2 Tipperary Venue: De La Salle, Gracedieu Division 2 Group B - Tipperary, Kerry, Waterford Group C - Clare, Limerick, Galway Tipperary 1- 1; 1-10 Waterford Clare 3- 6; 3-7 Limerick Tipperary 4-12; 0-6 Kerry Clare 0-9; 4-15 Galway Kerry 3-2; 1-13 Waterford Limerick 1-10; 4-8 Galway Venue: Erins Own Poleberry Division 2 Group A – Cork Dublin, Kilkenny, Wexford Wexford 3-5; 2-6 Dublin Kilkenny 1-2; 0-4 Cork Wexford 4-4; 0-4 Kilkenny Cork 2-9; 1-3 Dublin Wexford 0-1; 3-9 Cork Kilkenny 1-7; 3-4 Dublin FINALS: Sonny Walsh: Cork 3-5; 1-5 Tipperary Tony Forristal: Kilkenny 2-16; 2-5 Galway
(L-R) Tomás Ó Sé, former Kerry footballer, Liam O’Neill, President of the GAA, and Lorcán MacGabhann, of Glór na nGael, in Croke Park, at the launch of “Comórtas na nGael”, a new interclub competition. “Comórtas na nGael” is a new Irish language inter-club competition, organised by An Coiste Gaeilge, Cumann Lúthclaes Gael and Glór na nGael which will recognise efforts made to promote the language at club level. [MAXWELLS]
County Bord na nOg U-16 Co. hurling Championship (Sponsored by Waterford GAA Supporters Club – Dublin Branch) THIS particular Championship is nearly at midway point and the games across all three divisions have proven to be very competitive. The latest series of games (Round 5, Round 6 of Division 3) were played on Monday, August 25th last. In Division 1, De La Salle racked up another big win following an easy win over Naomh Deaglan Thoir. Abbeyside overcame Brickey Rangers in a well contested affair at Bushy Park where both sides had a player sent off. St. Carthage’s and Dungarvan played out a thrilling draw at the Lismore venue while Mount Sion recorded a hard fought win over a gallant Cappoquin side. In Division 2, Clonea maintained their 100% record this far with another impressive win, this time over Cois Bhride in Tallow. Naomh Brid remain second in the table, they scored an impressive win over St. Oliver’s in a high scoring game at the Ballinameela venue. Elsewhere, Fourmilewater recorded a three point victory away to Portlaw while St. Saviour’s conceded a walkover to Passage. Tramore and Ballyduff Upper lead the way at the top of the table in Division 3, Tramore got the better of a battling Ardmore side in an excellent encounter. An Ghaeltacht were too strong for St. Molleran’s, Ballyduff Upper got two points as Stradbally are gone from the Championship (having conceded two games), while St. Mary’s were eight point winners over Sacred Heart in Kill. The results from these games played on Monday
25/08/2014 were as follows: Division 1: De La Salle 8-13, Naomh Deaglan Thoir 1-10. Abbeyside 3-13, Brickey Rangers 2-12. St. Carthage’s 2-13, Dungarvan 2-13. Mount Sion 4-15, Cappoquin 2-16. Division 2: Clonea 4-16, Cois Bhride 2-9. Fourmilewater 2-12, Portlaw 2-9. Naomh Brid 7-18, St. Oliver’s 4-10. St. Saviours Vs. Passage – conceded by St. Saviour’s. Division 3: An Ghaeltacht 4-14, St. Molleran’s 3-3. Tramore 4-13, Ardmore 312. Clashmore /Kinsalebeg Vs. Butlerstown – conceded by Butlerstown. St. Mary’s 3-12, Sacred Heart 3-4. The next set of games in this Championship go ahead on Tuesday 9/9/2014 at 7:00 pm with the FIXTURES as follows: Division 1, Rd. 6: Nh. Deaglan Thoir Vs. Ballygunner at Ballyduff Lower. Mount Sion Vs. De La Salle at Mount Sion. Dungarvan Vs. Brickey Rangers at Dungarvan Club grounds. Abbeyside Vs. Cappoquin at Abbeyside. Division 2, Rd. 6: Naomh Brid Vs. Cois Bhride at Touraneena. Passage Vs. Portlaw at Passage. Na Gaeil Vs. St. Saviours at Dunhill. Fourmilewater Vs. St. Olivers at Ballymacarbry. Division 3, Rd. 8: Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Vs. St. Molleran’s at Clashmore. St. Mary’s (Bye). Butlerstown Vs. Ballyduff Upper at
Butlerstown. Ardmore Vs. Kilrossanty at Ardmore. An Ghaeltacht Vs. Sacred Heart at An Rinn. PLEASE NOTE All games will throw – in at 7:00 pm sharp, games will have to start on time due to fading light. UNDER – 13 CO. HURLING FINALS ON SATURDAY Dungarvan’s Fraher Field will play host to our first hurling County Finals of 2014 on Saturday next (that’s September 6th) with the three U-13 deciders down for decision at the famed Shandon Road venue. Proceedings will get underway at 10:30 am with the Division 3 final between Clashmore / Kinsalebeg and Sacred Heart. The Division 1 decider sees Abbeyside entertain Ballygunner (throw-in at 11:45 am), while the action concludes at 1:00 pm where Cois Bhride and Tramore do battle in the Division 2 Final which incidentally is a repeat of last year’s final. Saturday’s three match programme is as follows: 10.30 am Div 3: Sacred Heart v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. 11.45 am Div 1: Ballygunner v Abbeyside. 1.00 pm Div 2: Tramore v Cois Bhride Best of luck to all clubs involved, and here’s looking forward to an exciting day’s action, please come along and show your support. All the latest fixtures, results as well as the various league tables can be found on the official Co. Board web site (www.waterfordgaa.ie) for more information please see our Facebook page (Bord na nOg Port Lairge).
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Ardmore 5 to 7 year old group with Jake Dillon and Michael Cronin at the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in their GAA Grounds, organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Waterford County Camogie …
Roanmore crowned 2014 Junior Camogie Champions THE first adult championship up for decision this year was played on Saturday last against Roanmore and Ferrybank. Both of these clubs have only entered the Junior championship relatively recently so it was encouraging to see these teams compete for the County title. The two teams knew each other fairly well over recent times as they had faced each other in the league earlier in the year and group phases of the championship. Both teams had played a final against each other when they lined out for the league final and on that occasion Ferrybank were winners having to come from behind and getting their winning scores in injury time. This match proved to be just as tight with both sides leading going into the the last few minutes but it was the Roanmore that were triumphant on this occasion winning the encounter by 5-11 to 5-9. When you see a match that has 30 scores and only two points separating both teams at the end then you know that it was a fairly evenly matched contest. Ferrybank started the stronger leading by 1-03 to no score after 10 minutes but then Roanmore scored two quick goals to level the match. Roanmore took the lead only for Ferrybank to regain it and the sides went in at halftime at Ferrybank 3-3
to Roanmore's 2-5. At the start of the second half both teams traded points, Roanmore regained the lead when with their third goal only for Ferrybank to reply with a goal of their own. Midway through the second half Roanmore put a string of four unanswered points on the score sheet to lead by four points. Ferrybank continued to exert pressure on the Roanmore defense and were rewarded with four unanswered points to leave the match level heading into the last five minutes. A third goal by Roanmore's Roisin Heylin put daylight between the teams, Ferrybank replied with a point and then scored their fifth goal to great relief to their supporters. There was one last chance for Roanmore and they worked the ball down the field and Jodie Keane applied the finishing touch to send the ball into the Ferrybank net and win the match. Both teams are to be congratulated for being part of such an exhilarating camogie match. The Junior cup was presented by Waterford Camogie Association County Secretary Morgan Conroy to Roanmore's captain Valerie O'Brien. ST. ANNE'S TO FACE LISMORE IN COUNTY SENIOR FINAL On Sunday afternoon in Walsh park St. Anne's faced Gaultier in this year's Senior
Championship semi-final and will now face current County and All Ireland Intermediate Club champions Lismore in the final. Early goals in the Gaultier match proved to be the deciding factor in the semi-final. St, Anne's were 2 goals ahead after 5 minutes. Points from Zoe O'Donoghue, Jennie Simpson and Niamh Rockett saw St. Anne's score a total of 2-05 in the first half while Gaultier had to rely on the hurley of Trish Jackman who converted five frees to keep then in contention. The start of the second half saw Gaultier begin to eat into the St. Anne's lead and points from Sara Judge and Emma Hannon reduced the deficit. A Karen Kelly free was St.Anne's reply and then Gaultier closed the gap further when Annie Glavey scored followed by two Trish Jackman scores from frees. With only two points separating the two teams as the final five minutes of the match commenced Karen Kelly fired over another free. As the clock ticked down Gaultier were awarded a free on the twenty meter line at an acute angle which the referee moved to a more advantageous spot due to St. Anne's indiscipline which meant that Trish Jackman had a more direct shot on goal. The powerful shot on goal was blocked and cleared down the field for Karen Kelly
to slot over. Gaultier could only manage a further Emma Hannon point before the referee blew for full time to end the match on a score of 2-8 to 0-11 in St. Anne's favour. INTERMEDIATE SEMI-FINAL The Intermediate semifinal was played on Sunday between Cappoquin and Portlaw at Bushy Park. The result of the match saw Cappoquin progress to the final and will face An Rinn. WATERFORD U-14 PANEL WIN TIPPERARY BLITZ Waterford U-14s travelled
with a depleted squad to the annual Tipperary Orla McDonagh Blitz in The Ragg last Saturday. With the All Ireland Blitz upcoming on the 13th September, starting places were up for grabs and the girls that travelled were determined to put their claim forward. In the Group Stages, Waterford beat Limerick B well and inched past Cork B by three points. This meant topping their group and advancing to a Semi-Final against Meath A
who had finished second in their group. In what proved to be a tight and tense encounter, Waterford won by 3 points and advanced to meet Kilkenny B in the final, who had similarly won their group. In what was certainly a game of two halves, Kilkenny hit 2 goals and a point in an early 5 minute blitz at the start of the first half taking full advantage of the strong wind. Waterford slowly settled and the defence began to get the measure of their opponents, holding them score-
Roanmore players with team manager Micky Wadding after winning Junior Championship.
less from there to the break. Orla Fitzgerald and her Mentors made a number of positional switches at half time and then aided with the wind, Waterford totally dominated the second half, scoring 4 goals and 5 points without reply and were convincing winners at the end. Well done to all the players on the great performances and commitment shown. The team showed great heart and determination throughout all the games played and they got their just reward for the efforts.
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ROUND 5 COUNTY MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
St. Anne's Camogie and Football
Division 1 and 2 teams contest second half of championships (ALL GAMES AT 6.45 p.m. This evening Wednesday, September 3rd) (First team named has home advantage) DIVISION 1 COIS BHRIDE V BALLYGUNNER DE LA SALLE V PASSAGE DUNGARVAN V ROANMORE MOUNT SION V ST. CARTHAGE’S Passage have proven to be a match for all comers to date and, having beaten Ballygunner well away from home, the journey to Gracedieu won’t phase them in their bid to maintain their unbeaten record. They are the most impressive team in the Division thus far but De La Salle need the win more to reach the knockout stages so this should be one cracker of a game. Dungarvan are level on top of the table with Passage and they will be very wary of a Roanmore team that beat rivals Mount Sion last time out. A win for the Blues here would be a big boost to their qualifying hopes but Roanmore are dangerous when they need the two points badly. Cois Bhride entertain Ballygunner in Tallow and if they don’t get something out of this game, it will be a big blow to their hopes of reaching the Semi-Finals. Both sides were beaten last time out so this game should have a bite about it. St. Carthage’s travel to Mount Sion and a win here, which is quite possible, would
bring them back into championship contention. Nothing has gone right for Mt. Sion so far, they have been overhauled near the end of most of their games, and it will take a full sixty minutes effort from them if they are going to record their first victory. DIVISION 2 FIXTURES GLENSHELANE V ABBEYSIDE NAOMH DECLAIN THOIR V BRICKEYS CLAN NA GAEL V SACRED HEART CLONEA V FERRYBANK Table toppers Abbeyside face a tricky assignment in Cappoquin this evening against a home side that are underachieving to date in Division 2. Cappoquin need some points here as they have four games played and have but 5 points to show for it. The result won’t be handed to them, though, as the Village are unbeaten and they have not been tested in any of their games up to now. CHAMPIONSHIP TABLE NOT AVAILABLE (Top 4 subject to correction) ABBEYSIDE 8 pts NDT 7 pts BRICKEYS 6 pts GLENSHELANE 5 pts Naomh Declain Thoir, a combination of Ballyduff Lower and Kilmacthomas may be a relatively new name on the scene but they are a definite force in this Division and they have not been beaten in their four games. Brickeys are just one point behind them on the league table and this will be a keenly
MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP - DIVISION 1 LEAGUE TABLE P W D L Pts For Pts Against Pts Diff Pts Passage 4 3 1 0 100 76 24 7 Dungarvan 4 3 1 0 93 76 17 7 Ballygunner 4 3 0 1 90 75 15 6 De La Salle 4 2 0 2 94 83 11 4 Cois Bhride 4 1 1 2 75 81 -6 3 Roanmore 4 1 0 3 60 85 -25 2 St. Carthage’s 4 1 0 3 78 105 -27 2 Mt. Sion 4 0 1 3 79 88 -9 1 MINOR HURLING DIV. 3 - GROUP 1 LEAGUE TABLE P W D L Pts For Pts Against Pts Diff Pts St. Oliver's 4 4 0 0 88 39 49 8 Tramore 4 3 0 1 59 34 25 6 Stradbally 4 3 0 1 54 63 -9 6 Portlaw 4 2 0 2 48 42 6 4 St Mary's 4 0 0 4 19 37 -18 0 St Saviours 4 0 0 4 41 94 -53 0 MINOR HURLING DIV. 3 - GROUP 2 LEAGUE TABLE P W D L Pts For Pts Against Pts Diff Pts Ardmore 3 3 0 0 91 44 47 6 Fourmilewater 3 2 1 0 69 45 24 5 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3 1 1 1 67 61 6 3 Naomh Brid 3 1 0 2 74 44 30 2 Ballyduff Upper 3 1 0 2 50 83 -33 2 An Ghaeltacht 3 0 0 3 37 111 -74 0
contested duel this evening. The other two matches involve Clan Na Gael v Sacred Heart and Clonea v Ferrybank and both the home teams here will be fancied to win and to improve their placings on the table. DIVISION 3 TEAMS PLAY PENULTIMATE ROUND DIVISION 3 (GROUP 1) PORTLAW V ST. OLIVER’S STRADBALLY V TRAMORE ST. MARY’S V ST. SAVIOURS St. Oliver’s are top of the table and they should have too much firepower for Portlaw even if they have to concede home advantage. Olivers are on full points and they should win again here. The Stradbally and Tramore game could be much closer, both teams are on six points and, though the away team are slightly favoured, it will be difficult to beat the Reds at the Coveside venue. St. Mary’s haven’t fielded in all their fixtures to date and St. Saviours may be given the points here. DIVISION 3 (GROUP 2) NAOMH BRID V BALLYDUFF UPPER AN GAELTACHT V FOURMILEWATER ARDMORE V CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG Naomh Brid have just 2 pts from three games played but they should double their total after this match as Ballyduff, even though they have two points as well, will find it difficult to beat the home side. With the Senior Relegation play off on tomorrow night, Thursday, Fourmilewater will probably be short the services of their minor/senior players but they will still be fancied in Pairc Ui Shiothchain as Gaeltacht are not the force they were in recent championships. Ardmore currently top the table on six points, three ahead of Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg and even though this is a local derby, the seasiders will be fancied to continue on their winning ways where they have home advantage.
U-8/10s Training continues every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. New members are always welcome. ANNUAL SUMMER BBQ The St. Anne's committee would like to say a big “Thank you” for your support at the BBQ and throughout the year! It was a great success despite the last minute change of venue. It couldn’t have happened without your support and all the delicious treats that you baked!
Déise Draw Results
Brendan Tobin gives a good soaking to County GAA Board Chairman, Tom Cunningham in the Ice Bucket Challenge at the Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
AUGUST 2014 €10,000 MARGARET TOBIN, CLONMEL NIRE €500 PAT O'SULLIVAN, KINSALEBEG CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG €500 JESSIE POWER, KINSALEBEG MODELIGO €500 CAROL DOYLE. DEERPARK CLONEA €400 J/P BROWN, CHERRYMOUNT ERINS OWN €400 JOHN KIRWAN, SCROUTY ROAD PORTLAW €300 NED HARNEY, C/O GARY WHELAN JOHN MITCHELS €300 BREDA BANNON, BALLYMACMAGUE DUNGARVAN €200 PAUL LANDERS, C/O N. LANDERS CAPPOQUIN €200 JAMES O'MAHONY C/O P. HURNEY ABBEYSIDE/BALLINACOURTY €100 MGT/JOHN BARRY, GLENCAIRN BALLYDUFF UPPER €100 WILLIE KEANE, DUFFCARRIG ARDMORE €100 PAT FOGARTY, BALLYTHOMAS CLONEA €100 DEREK MURPHY, MANOR LAWN ST. SAVIOURS €100 DONNCHA/FIONA TOBIN, GERALDINES €100 PARAIC NOLAN, LACKAN CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE SPECIALS: ORLA O'RYAN, NIRE BRIDGET GRANT, LADIES FOOTBALL NEXT DRAW: 26th SEPTEMBER ABBEYSIDE/BALINACOURTY
Western Board Championship Previews IT’S a bumper hurling weekend in the Western Division with a total of seven knock-out championship games down for decision. They include the quarter-finals of the Comeragh Oil Intermediate hurling championship which will be staged as part of an attractive double header at Fraher Field on Sunday evening. There is one game in the Local Bar Premier junior HC where the winners of the Geraldines v. St. Mary’s game will advance to the semifinal. There are also quarterfinals in both the senior and intermediate attached JH championships. There is one football game down for decision with the rescheduled Divisional junior league final between Modeligo and Emmetts at Bushy Park on Saturday evening. Certainly a big weekend on the Divisional scene. COMERAGH OIL IHC QUARTER-FINALS Both games at Fraher Field on Sunday, September 7th. Brickey Rangers -vStradbally at 6 p.m. AN interesting clash this one with county senior Michael Walsh an inspirational figure for the Reds, while last year’s winning minor medal holder Cormac Curran will be in the Brickeys line-up. There is a distinct possibility that they could be marking each other. Brickeys won their opening three medals in the championship accounting for Abbeyside, Tourin and An Rinn before losing out to Cappoquin in their last game by 1-13 to 0-9. Stradbally had a win over Clashmore in their opening game before losing out to Ballinameela and Ballysaggart. They defeated Shamrocks in their final game by 0-10 to 1-4 to secure a place in the knock-out stages. Both clubs were in football action which will have hampered their preparations for this clash. Brickey Rangers looked the more impressive of the two sides early on but the Reds are where they want to be. Stradbally have been very dependant on Shane Ahearne for their scores in most of their games which have been low scoring in some instances Cormac Curran has been very influential for the Bushy Park outfit and they will need a big return from him here if they are to advance. Verdict - Stradbally.
Ballysaggart -vAn Rinn at 7.15 p.m. LAST year’s Divisional County and Munster club junior champions have made a successful return to the intermediate ranks. In their first game on their return they had a narrow win over Ballinameela before drawing with Shamrocks in a high scoring encounter. They lost out to Clashmore before defeating Stradbally by 4-9 to 3-10. The Bennett brothers along with Daniel Devine, Eugene O’Brien, Bobby Ryan, Darren Meagher, Ronan Walsh and Cailean O’Gorman will lead their challenge here. They will be without Chris O’Gorman who is ruled out through suspension. An Rinn played in the senior ranks in 2013 having won the Divisional and county finals 12 months earlier. The experience of playing in a higher grade will stand to them but hurling preparations have been hampered as they were in SFC action last weekend. They will include Donie Breathnach, Liam O Lonain, Cian O Concubhair, Ray O Ceallaigh, Christy Breathnach, Lorcan O Cuirrin and Noel O Murchadha in their starting XV. The Gaeltacht side made a slow start to their campaign with a hard earned win over Abbeyside’s second XV before losing out to Brickeys. They recorded wins over Cappoquin and Tourin to secure their quarter-final place. The Bennetts are a big scoring threat for ‘Saggart and will keep the An Rinn defence on their toes. Verdict - An Rinn. THE LOCAL BAR JHC PREMIER Geraldines -vSt. Mary’s at Fraher Field on Saturday, September 6th at 4.30 p.m. THIS is must win game for both sides as the winners will advance to a semi-final meeting with Colligan. When these sides met back in April, St. Mary’s were winners on a 3-12 to 2-8 scoreline. Gers accounted for Colligan last time out by 2 points while St. Mary’s lost out to Modeligo also by 2 points. Geraldines have been boosted by the return of Jerome Maher and they will also include Pat O’Donovan, Aiden Dwyer, Ray Connery, Johnny Healy, Stephen Kenefick and Danny O’Keeffe in their starting XV. St. Marys will look for big per-
formances from Conor Tobin, Denis Coffey, Kevin Sheehan, Sean Fitzpatrick, Jack Power, Eoin Kearns and Dermot Tobin here. There is a lot at stake in this one and a lucky break either way could decide it. Geraldines have come into form in recent weeks and it should stand to them. Verdict - Geraldines. LAWLORS HOTEL JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE FINAL Emmetts -vModeligo at Bushy Park on Saturday, September 6th at 2.30 p.m. HOLDERS Emmetts will be bidding to retain their Divisional junior football league title in a repeat of last year’s decider. Both of these sides have already qualified for the championship semifinals. When these sides met in the league section of the championship at Cappoquin in late July, Emmetts came out on top by 4-7 to 1-10. It was Modeligo’s one and only defeat in the campaign. Emmetts had a big win in last year’s decider winning on a 2-19 to 1-7 scoreline before going on to win the Western championship title. Modeligo had looked very impressive in the league section of the championship until they lost out to Emmetts. Modeligo will have Tom Devine back while the injured Colin Dunford is ruled out for Emmetts. Should be an excellent contest, between the top two teams in the championship to date. A local derby is always hard to predict. Verdict - Modeligo. THE LOCAL BAR JHC INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED QUARTER-FINALS Abbeyside -vAn Rinn at Fraher Field on Saturday, September 6th at 3 p.m. DEFENDING champions Abbeyside will put the defence of their title on the line here. They recorded wins over Colligan, Ballysaggart and Brickey Rangers before losing out to Kilgobinet and Ballinameela in their final two matches. An Rinn accounted for Shamrocks, Cappoquin and Geraldines losing out to Glen Rovers in the opening round and to Clashmore in Round 3. This is Abbeyside’s third XV and they will have lost players to their intermediate side. Should be a close contest. Verdict Abbeyside.
Ballysaggart -vClashmore/Kinsalebeg at Cappoquin on Saturday, September 6th at 5.30 p.m. Clashmore defeated Shamrocks, Cappoquin and An Rinn while they drew with Glen Rovers. They will have lost players to their first XV along the way but will still be a useful side with youth and experience. Ballysaggart must be complimented on fielding a second team and they defeated Ballinameela, Colligan and received a walk-over from Brickey Rangers to reach the quarter-final stage. They had a moral boosting win over Glen Rovers in a tournament game on Saturday evening last. Verdict - Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. THE LOCAL BAR JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SENIOR ATTACHED QUARTER-FINALS Ballyduff -vTallow at Lismore on Saturday, September 6th at 5 p.m. The Reds came through the league section unbeaten but this will count for little on Saturday evening. When the sides met at the Castle Farm venue in July, Ballyduff recorded a 1-18 to 1-12 win. They have since lost their top scorer Andrew Casey to the senior side while Tallow have lost Brian McCarthy to their first XV. This being a knock-out local derby contest, there will be very little between the sides. With a place in the final at stake, it should be a very competitive contest. Verdict - Ballyduff. Dungarvan - v Lismore at Cappoquin on Sunday, September 7th at 12 noon Dungarvan were the most impressive side early on in the season with wins over Tallow and Fourmilewater but lost out to Ballyduff and Lismore. When the sides met in early July at the same venue, Lismore won by 3-8 to 0-11. Dungarvan will need to cut off the supply to the Lismore full forward Sean ‘Growler’ Daly who scored 5 goals in the game against Tallow. Both sides will include players with youth and experience in their starting line-ups. Can Lismore repeat their earlier win over the Blues? Sean Daly could be the difference between the sides. Verdict - Lismore.
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GAA CLUB NOTES
Dungarvan INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Last Thursday night we made the short journey to Fraher Field to play near neighbours Ballinacourty in the Western Semi-Final. As we approached Fraher Field we were amazed by the hugh crowd on the road outside the Fraher Field but at a second glance we saw that St. Augustine’s were holding their Debs Ball in the Park Hotel. We started very well and with some good Football went 2 points to 1 up after 7 minutes, if someone was to tell me that we were only going to raise 1 more white flag for the rest of the game I would have not believed them. However, this was the scenario that played out in front of us. With no blame going to the 18 players who took to the field we were well beaten by a better side on the night and we ended our interest in this competition THANK YOU The club would like to wish its heartfelt thanks to the Management and Staff of Garvey’s Super Valu and especially Liam Power for all their help and support during our Bag Pack which was held in this Supermarket recently.We would also like to thank all club members who gave their time during the Bag Pack. OLD CLOTHES On the first week of October the Club is having a clothes collection at the Club Grounds in Clogherane.It is hoped that this will be a big financial help to the club. LOTTO NUMBERS The numbers drawn were 2,10, 6 and 27. No winner. Next week’s Jackpot is €4,700. John Earley, Bayview won the €100. The lotto can be bought at the Ard Scoil Bingo, Lynches Green Grocers, Country store, Walshe’s Spar, Paddy Foleys, Hallahan’s Chemists, Quealy’s Bar, Crotty’s Bar Leamybrien. This week’s Jackpot is over €4,000. STAND The club is now commencing the building of the new stand. Those people who have enquired about having a seat named in memory of their loved ones can now make their payments to Diarmuid Curran, Paddy Fitzgerald,Tony Ryan and David Kiely. SARAH LACEY On All-Ireland Semi-Final day when Cork played Tipperary in the Senior game one young Dungarvan hurler stood out from every other on the field in all 3 grades. Whether it was The Primary Game, Minor or Senior on the day only one player came to the fore and that was Sarah Lacey who scored 5 goals at half-time in the Tipperary v Cork game. We would have to ask the question when was the last day that such a feat was done. Well done to Sarah. What did I tell you about the Spring Water. CONGRATULATIONS The Club would like to extend heartiest congratulations to Patrick Hallahan and Keeley Gallagher who were married last week.
Kill CLUB LOTTO The jackpot escaped beong won at the latest draw in Kirwan’s Bar last Monday night, 25th August. We did have one 'Match 3' though as Joan Buckley, Bunmahon did have 3 of the 4 numbers drawn and so wins €50 for herself. The numbers drawn were 12, 16, 20, 22. The next draw is in Dunphys where the jackpot has reached €8,250. DEISE DRAW Carrickbeg was the location for the August draw last Friday night, the 29th, and our luck doesn't seem to be in at the moment. JUNIOR 'B' FOOTBALL Following Portlaw receiving a walk-over from Tramore last weekend the group stages is now complete of the Junior 'B' championship. With ourselves, Portlaw and Bunmahon each tied on 6 points a draw took place to see who would qualify for the final and who would meet in the semi. (Scoring difference couldn't count as some clubs got walk-overs) The semi-final sees ourselves and neighbours Bunmahon meet with Portlaw awaiting the winners in the final. No fixture yet for this game. ST. MARY’S JUVENILE U-16 Hurling: Sacred Heart were the visitors to Bunmahon last Monday evening, 25th August, for Round 6 of the championship. While the lads recorded their 2nd win, they made hard work of it. Missed chances and sloppy goals were the order of the day but in the end we won out on a scoreline of 3-11 to 3-4. U-11 Football: Our u-11 footballers kept their unbeaten run intact last Monday evening, 25th August, when they accounted for Roanmore in Round 3 of the city league in misty Kill. For most of the game we dominated the city side but found scores slow to come due to some good goalkeeping and defending. However we kept our patience and by the full time whistle we had won on a scoreline of 2-5 to 1-1 with Dylan Mooney and Ryan O'Donnell raising the green flags. U-12 Football: Bunmahon was the venue for Round 2 of the city league last Thursday evening, 28th August, as we entertained Portlaw. Playing
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with the wind in the first half we didn't take advantage of the elements as mislaid passes and overcarrying plagued our play and at the break we trailed by 2 points. On the resumption we played alot better against the wind and with time almost up we had drawn level. However, in one final attack Portlaw goaled, to leave them winners on a scoreline of 2-3 to 3-3. U-14 Hurling: We took on Brickey Rangers in Bushy Park in the latest round of the countywide championship last Wednesday night, 27th August. Unfortunately, on the night the westerners were too strong for us and ran out winners by 6-4 to 2-4.
Tramore Tramore HURLING Best of luck to our Intermediate hurlers who play Mt. Sion in a vital relegation battle next Saturday in Kill and to our U-13 Hurlers who play in the Division 2 County Final on the same day. Keep an eye on our facebook page tramoregaaofficial or our website tramoregaa.ie for any changes to venue or dates and for match times and updates. CAMOGIE Training on Wednesday evenings for U-8 to U-12, 6.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Training now on Wednesday evenings for U-14 to U-18 from 8.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. ASTROTURF AND HALL Open to Clubs and Children's Parties, for further information, contact our Sports and Social Manager, Charlie Ryan at 086-8232021. LITTLE WARRIORS Little Warriors is back, fun and games for 3-6 year olds in our Astroturf every Sunday at 10.00 a.m., only €2 per child, max €5 per family. A fun introduction to Gaelic Games and more in a safe environment. BINGO In the Club every Monday at 8.00 p.m. All are welcome. CIRCUIT TRAINING AND CORE PILATES Circuits with John Frost on Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. Pilates with Davy Wade on Thursday at 7.30 p.m. €5 for each class and all are welcome. LOTTO The next draw takes place on Wednesday, 10th September, when the Jackpot will be €2,900. Tickets €2 each are on sale in the usual outlets. There was no winner of the €2,800 Jackpot in last Wednesday's draw. The numbers drawn were 7, 14, 20 and 21. Lucky Dip winners of €40 each were Kate Guiry, Beech Park, Mary Fogarty (better known as Dilly Dalton), Oak Cresent and Joe Fogarty, Oak Cresent. Thanks to all who support the Lotto. DEISE DRAW We had no luck in the Deise Draw held in St. Molleran's GAA Club last Friday. Local draw winners were Tony Gyves, Pine Grove, Paul O'Leary, Pond Road and Una Dunphy, Marian Terrace. CARDS NIGHT Eamonn McCormack, Jack O'Brien and Ted Crowley beat Mary Halley, Nicky Power and Liz Halley in last weeks final. Cards every Friday at 9.30 p.m. on Friday and all are welcome. Winners in the Friday draw were James Walsh and Marie Cullen. Recent Bonus Ball winners were Michael Power and Richard Crowley. MUSIC The popular Dick Quinn will provide the entertainment down the Club on Saturday night. Many thanks to all the singers who joined in last Saturday night to make a great evenings entertainment. We heard great songs from our locals, but also from visitors from Cork, Kilkenny and Tipperary.
Newtown/Ballydurn Newtown/Ballydurn RECENT BEREVMENT The club would like to extend their sincere sympathy to Val and Bill Cummins on the recent loss of their mother, Mrs. Mary Cummins and to her close relatives and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm. DEISE DRAW We had no winner in the in the recent montly Déise Draw. JUVENILE JERSERYS Anyone who wish to purchase club jerseys would they contact Toni Galvin on 0876737724. There is a minium order on this so to avoid disapointment if you are interested please contact Toni. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP We made our exit from the intermediate football championship last weekend when we were defeated by Dunhill by the narrowest of margins. In a low scoring first half the sides were level at half time. The second half continued much the same as the first half with scores hard to get by both sides. With the final attack of the game Dunhill were awarded a '45 which they duly scored to run out 1pt winners on a scoreline of 17 to 0-9. The panel was: Pat Mulhall, Jack Dunphy, Conor Flynn, Luke Foran, Richard Kirwan, Andy Hubbart, Sean
Mike Murray (Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's GAA Club Chairman) presents Colin Dunford with the shield for winning the 9th Annual Dan Fraher Long Puck. Also included in photo are Colin's team Mark Flynn & Morrie Ferncombe. Cummins, Paddy Dunphy, Paul Cummins, Sean Harney, Des Stafford, Niall Flynn, Tony Sullivan Mark Kiely, Ross Kiely Kevin Mulcahy, Peter Cummins, Michael O’Connell, Buster Hassett, Brian Walsh,
JUNIOR HURLING Our attention now turns to the Junior Hurling semi-final against Fenor on the 13th of September. This game is part of a double bill to be played in Walsh Park with the second semifinal.
Ardmore U-16 HURLING Last week, our U-16s took on Tramore at home. We were beaten by Tramore by 4 points. We have a very young team, with only 4 players on the age. All players put in a huge effort against a strong Tramore team who have only lost one game so far. Charlie Troy was on the sideline having picked up an injury in the minor game, we hope he makes a speedy recovery. SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP We play Fourmilewater in the Senior Hurling relegation match on Thursday 8 pm Fraher Field. Please Support our panel as we battle to remain Senior Status for 2015. MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP We had no game last week and resume our championship on Wednesday night at home against Clashmore. U-10 HURLING Our U-10 hurling side has been very busy over the past number of weeks, playing four games against Clashmore, Cappoquin, Ballyduff Upper and Naomh Brid. We have games against St. Olivers and Brickeys in the next few days. We have had mixed fortunes so far, winning two and losing two, but the main thing is that the boys and girls are learning all the time. Holidays and injuries have meant that we have had different players for each game and this is good also as everyone gets to play. On Monday night, we will have played St. Olivers away. Our final game will be played against the Brickeys on September 8th, at 7 pm in Ardmore U-10 PLAYER - GET WELL WISHES We hope that Eddie Flavin has a speedy recovery and hope to see him back soon on the pitch. DEISE DRAW The fifth draw of this year was held last Friday night and we had a €100 winner. Congratulations to Willie Keane of Duffcarrick on his win. COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT VACANCIES Vacancies now exist in our local CE scheme at different locations. Anyone in receipt of a social welfare payment for twelve months or more are eligible to apply. Please contact Noel Conway 087-9815625 to advance your interest.
Affane/Cappoquin Affane/Cappoquin WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Affane 2-6; Tallow 3-8. At the Ballyduff venue last Friday evening, Affane took on Tallow. Tallow led at half-time 2-5 to 2-4. In the second half the Bridesiders added a third goal to put the game beyond Affane. Affane Team: Darren Curran, Colin Landers, Damian McCarthy, Killian Denn, Shane Murray, Tim Looby, Conor Murray, P.J. Curran, Paul Murray, Shane O’Rourke, Shane Coughlan, Gavin McCarthy, Aaron O’Sullivan, Keith Landers, Killian O’Sullivan. Subs Used: Colm Looby, Kevin Looby, Paudi Landers, Frankie Keniry, David Cahillane.
CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in our Club Lotto for the jackpot prize €3,800 on Monday, August 25th were 9- 12--15 -16 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Liam Lacey, Affane; Eamonn Cliffe, Railway Bar;
Anthony McCarthy, Salterbridge; Brendan Coffey, Shanbally and Susan McLaughlin, Green St. This week’s draw was held Monday, September 1st and the results will appear here next week. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who was referee for the Waterford V Cork Munster Senior hurling championship replay this year? 2, Who is the only footballer to win 9 all-star awards and 8 All-Ireland senior football championships? 3, What club do Tipperary’s Kieran Bergin and John 'Bubbles' O’Dwyer play for? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, The Killarney side Kerry's James O’Donoghue plays for is Legion. 2. Tipperary are the county that have the best head to head record against all top senior hurling counties, every county they have played has lost more times to them. 3, Galway in 2005 were the last team to beat Killkenny in an All- Ireland senior hurling semifinal. CAPPOQUIN UPCOMING U-14 / U- 16 / MINOR HURLING HURLING FIXTURES Wednesday, September 3rd CMHC Cappoquin (H) V Abbeyside at 6.30 pm Saturday, September 6th CMHC Rd 7 Cappoquin (A) V Clann na Gael in Dunhill at 3 pm CMHC Rd 6 September 10th Cappoquin (A) V Erins Own (Sacred Heart in Polberry Park at 6.30 pmTBC County U-16 Hurling Rd 6 Tuesday, September 9th Cappoquin (A) V Abbeyside at 7 pm.
Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Championship: Round 1: Nire 3-22; Ballinameela 0-02 Round 2: Nire 2-10; St. Saviours 1-03 Round 3: Nire 3-11; Stradbally 3-6 Round 4: Nire 2-15; De La Salle 0-8 Round 5: Nire 1-9; Gaultier 1-7 Nire will now meet Rathgormack in the quarter-final. Venue and date/time to be decided. Phelan Cup: Nire 1-13; Gaultier 0-12. Rathgormack 0-12; Nire 2-5. The Nire 2-16; Ballinameela 3-7. Semi-Final: The Nire 3-7; Ballinacourty 1-10 Final: The Nire v’s St. Saviours, venue and date/time to be decided. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-16 HURLING Well done to our u-16 boys who recorded a good three point victory away to Portlaw last week in the county championship. Well done lads. U-12 FOOTBALL Our u-12s were in action last week against Kilrosanty in Lemybrien, the game ended on a scoreline of The Nire 1-7; Kilrosanty 2-4. U-10 HURLING We were in action last week away to Abbeyside, both sides served up a very entertaining game, with great performances all over the field; our next outing is away to Lismore. GOOD LUCK The very best of luck to all those starting and returning to school for the coming year.
Naomh Chartaigh Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh Juvenile (LISMORE/BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) U-9 Our u-9s had a friendly game against Abbeyside at home on Friday night last. It was a great game with our lads showing great improve-
ment from game to game. U-10 Our u-10s played An Rinn in Ring last Monday night. Great determination and commitment was shown by all our players to the delight of selectors. U-12 Our Annual Pat Montayne U-12 Tournament was held in GAA field on Saturday last August 30th. Naomh Chartaigh, Dungarvan, and St. Catherines took part. Game 1 Naomh Chartaigh V Dungarvan Game 2 Dungarvan V St. Catherine’s Final Naomh Chartaigh V St. Catherine’s. All games were very competitive and sporting and played in great spirit. In the final Naomh Chartaigh ran out winners which was a great result. Many thanks to Dungarvan and St. Catherine’s for their effort in participating on the day. Our Captain Ronan Kelleher was presented with the winners shield to great applause. Special thanks to Pat Montayne and all family members for sponsoring prizes and attending on the day was greatly appreciated by the club. Special thanks to Kelleher’s, Cappoquin, and Garvey’s Supermarket, Dungarvan for sponsoring refreshments for all kids who played and attended the tournament. To all parents and committee members for providing food etc. and to all who helped on the day to cater for everyone attended, and to everyone who helped to make days like this a great success a sincere thanks. After the games Pat Montayne, Mark Montayne, John Howard, Paul Quinn and Robbie O’Sullivan took part in the ice-bucket challenge in aid of MND. Great fun was had by all with very kind donations received. U-16 Our U-16s continued their fine run of form with a draw against Dungarvan last Monday night. Best wishes to Aaron Whelan who played in this game after a lenghty lay off due to injury. Well done to Ryan O’Keeffe and Iarlaith Daly who represented our club at county level. Ryan in the Sonny Walsh Tournament and Iarlaith Captain of the Tony Forrisstal Tournament. These tournaments were played on Saturday in Waterford with both lads great representatives for our club. Well done.
Kilgobinet WESTERN JHC (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) We played our last game in the group stages against Abbeyside last Friday night week. In what was a good game we came out on top to secure top spot in the group and progress to the semifinals. JUNIOR FOOTBALL We lost out to a very fit and determined Shamrocks team last Saturday evening. This ended our interest for this year in football.
CloneaHurling Hurlingand & Camogie Clonea Camogie JUVENILE BLOTTO There was no winner of our August Blotto draw. Numbers drawn were 3, 6, 4, 7, 1, 2 and 5. Consolation prizes: W. O’Brien, Clonea. €50, John Power, The Hill, Kilmacthomas, Clonea, €25 and Johnny Mackey, Killerguile, €25. Next draw is Sunday, 28th September, 2014 and jackpot is now €4,700. Please support us. CAMOGIE CLUB BACK TO SCHOOL HAMPER Congratulations to Mary Halpin who was the lucky winner of the Back to School Hamper. CLONEA INTERMEDIATES Intermediates are back in action this Saturday in Kill versus St. Saviours, throw- in 2 p.m. Come along and support the lads.
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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our popular Jack the Joker Fundraiser will continue this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the Jackpot will be €7,452 as on Sunday night Aisling Hurney was drawn out of the drum and picked card 34 which wasn’t the Joker though she did win €50. Jim Egan and Jim Bob Dee won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, The Village Inn, Village Flowers, Kennedy’s Live, Spar, Mike Kiely’s Butchers and Mousies Takeaway. JUNIOR HURLING This Saturday we play Ring in the Western Quarter-Final in Fraher Field at 3 p.m. SENIOR FOOTBALL On Saturday evening last we played Kilrossanty in round 5 of the County Championship in Fraher Field and recorded a good win. We will now face St.Saviours in the quarter final of the championship. Team: S. ENRIGHT, D. COLLINS, B. LOOBY, G. BREEN, S. O’DONOVAN, S. BRIGGS, C. MALONEY, J. O’MAHONEY, G. HURNEY, M. O’HALLORAN, M. FERNCOMBE, J. POWER, P. HURNEY, R. SHEEHAN, M. FIVES.
INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played Dungarvan in the Western SemiFinal of the Western Championship on Thursday night last in Fraher Field and we came away with a very good win. We have now qualified for the Western Final where our opponents are Brickey Rangers. Team: R. RYAN, E. BERGIN, D. HENLEY, M. POWER, S. DEERING, P. LYNCH, E. ENRIGHT, L. HURNEY, C. PRUNTY, M. MAHER, R. DUNFORD, D. FERNCOMBE, T. MURRAY, D. LOOBY, D. POWER. Subs: C. KINDREGAN, S. O’CONNOR, P. BERGIN, J. ELSTEAD, J. MOORE.
DEISE DRAW The August Déise Draw took place on Friday night last and we had one winner on the night as James O’Mahoney won €200. CLUB BINGO This Sunday our Club Bingo returns to the CBS Hall hall at 8:30 pm where the jackpot is €1,300. ALL-IRELAND TICKETS Any member who wishes to put their name in the draw for All Ireland Football Final tickets is asked to contact the Club Secretary by next Sunday night. BOOKING OF PITCHES All team managers are reminded to please ensure that they have booked the pitch for training or matches with Michael O’Donovan. We would also ask team managers to please try and do as much heavy training in the areas behind the goals. JUVENILE NOTES Under 13: Best of luck to our under 13 hurling team who on this Saturday take on Ballygunner in the County Final at the Fraher Field Dungarvan. This team has done very well throughout the year and hopefully they will take home championship honours on Saturday. Support for this group of players would be most appreciated. Under 14: The under 14’s have now qualified for the hurling semi-final in Abbeyside on the Friday 19th. Well done to our under 14 players that took part in the Tony Forristal and Sony Walsh tournaments played last Saturday in Waterford and to Jonathan Moore the Tony Forrristal team manager. Dean Beresford, Dathi Brunnock, Ben Flynn, Shane Kiely, James O’Riordan Jamie Walsh and also Meldan Dwyer who is currently out injured were members of the panels on the day. Outdoor hurling: Our underage outdoor hurling continues this Saturday morning the 6th of September at the Burgery at 10. 30 am. All are welcome. This covers all age ranges from under 5 to under 10. Anyone who has not paid their membership yet is asked to pay it on the morning for insurance reasons. Membership forms will also be given out on the morning. Helmets are compulsory and if required can be purchased at a reduced price of €50. There will be a €2 cost also to cover expenses. Minor hurling: Tonight, Wednesday. September 3rd we travel to Cappoquin for our next game in the minor Championship, while next Wednesday we host Clonea in Abbeyside. Under 16: We played the Brickies at Bushy Park on Monday night last week and after a bruising encounter we came away with victory. Our next match here is Tuesday next week where we take on Cappoquin at home. Under 12, 11 and 10: In the under 12 Town and Country league our lads beat An Rinn in football on Friday night last. Our under 11 team play this Friday night in the Town and Country league against Kilrossanty. Our under 10’s also were playing in Abbeyside on Monday of last week against Fourmilewater. It is great to see so many young kids playing so many games at this time of the year.
Brickey Rangers Rangers Brickey LOTTO Last week’s lotto was held in The Tudor House. Numbers drawn were 1, 10, 23, 29.
Congrats to the Comeragh Rangers Junior Team on winning the Junior B County Final played at Stradbally on Saturday evening last. The girls defeated Ballysaggart in the final. Well done to Team Management: Joe Murray, Kevin Power and Stephen Fitzgerald.
There was no jackpot winner. €25 winners were Lola Holmes, Kay Burke, Jane and Sean, and Ger Beresford. Next week’s draw will be held in The Local, where the jackpot will be €3,250. DRAW FOR HURLING AND FOOTBALL ALL-IRELAND TICKETS The draw took place on Thursday last, ticket winners as follows: Hurling Tickets - Christine McCarthy, Johnny McGrath, Paul Curran, Jerry McGrath. Football Tickets - Brian Hilliard, Olan Casey, Kay Barry, Michael Fogarty. BRICKEY COW DROP Ticket selling is well underway for our fundraiser which takes place on Saturday week next, 13th.September. All those who have cards remember time is running out,so please make a huge effort in the next week to fill those cards. FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP WESTERN SEMI-FINAL The Geraldines were our opponents in this game on Sunday last in Fraher Field. The game was played at a furious pace with our lads well on top in the first half. On the turnover again we maintained the upperhand and had a ten point lead, however in the last ten minutes of the game the Geraldines hit a golden patch and managed to reduce the score to just a mere three points. Final score: Brickeys 0-17; Geraldines 2-8. We now take on Ballinacourty in the Western Final,date and time to be confirmed. Team: J. Grant, D. Tobin, P. Walsh, C. O'Neill, T. Lynch, M. Cummins (0-1), M. Scanlan, D. Duggan, C. Phelan, S. McGrath (0-1), M. Shalloe (0-3), C. McGrath (0-6), C. Shalloe (0-3), O. Casey, E. Gaffney (0-1). Subs Used; C. Barry (0-1) for E. Gaffney (inj.), C. O'Grady (0-1) for O. Casey, R. Halpin for M. Scanlan, C. Curran for D. Duggan, D. O'Grady for P. Walsh (inj.).
INTERMEDIATE HURLING We take on Stradbally on Sunday next at 6 pm in Fraher Field. The winners of this game will be playing the following Sunday. MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP St. Declans are our opponents on Wednesday (tonight) at 6.45 pm in Ballyduff Lower. U-16 HURLING We play Dungarvan on Tuesday, 9th September in Dungarvan Club Grounds at 7 pm. U-14 HURLING We will have taken on Tramore on Tuesday evening. Report in next edition. Full run down on all juvenile affairs next week.
Geraldines Geraldines GERALDINES BOW OUT OF INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP We exited the Intermediate Football Championship after being defeated by a superior Brickey Rangers team. Despite being outplayed for much of the game, we managed to keep working hard and struck for some late scores to lose by just three points. The Brickeys opened the scoring before we responded with points from Ed Donovan and Stephen Kenefick. For the rest of the first half, the Brickeys took charge and completely bossed the game. Emmett Gaffney and Conor McGrath caused us real problem in this period and scored some super points. We scored two further points in the first half; Ray Connery got one after some strong running from Stephen Hally and Jerome Maher came up from the defence to raise another white flag. Half-time score Brickeys 0-8; 0-4 Geraldines. Ray Connery scored an early point for us but
then the Brickeys tightened their grip on the game by scoring the next seven unanswered points. At this stage of the game we looked dead and buried, the Brickeys were taking their scores with ease while we struggled to execute even the simplest parts of the game. The lads deserve great credit for staying in the game as no one would have blamed them for throwing in the towel when they were ten points down but they refused to go away. Stephen Kenefick finished superbly to the corner of the net after being set up by Jamie Landers; Danny O’Keeffe added a point before he set up his brother Jason for a well taken goal. We had reduced the deficit from ten points to three in a matter of minutes but the clock was against us. We couldn’t get the goal we needed to close out the come-back and some last ditch defending and clever tactical fouling got an increasingly nervous Brickey team over the line. This was a tough hours football and our best performances were from Ed Donovan and Danny O’Keeffe, when we could get the ball in to them. Final Score Brickey Rangers 0-17; 2-08 Geraldines. The Brickeys were deserving winners on the day as they played a fine brand of football as you would expect from their years up in the senior ranks. We spent too long standing back and admiring their good play and it was only when the game was nearly gone from us that we threw caution to the wind and asked serious questions of the Brickeys. The results and the performances improved as the year progressed but we will have to go again next year to try to move on to the next stage. Best of luck to the Brickeys in the Western Final and to Emmett Gaffney who had to retire with a knee injury. Team: P.O’ Donovan, B. Dwyer, S. Fitzgerald, R. Fitzgerald, S. Hally, J. Maher, J. Healy, R. Connery, M. O’Brien, S. Kenefick, D. O’Keeffe, A. Dwyer, J.Landers, E. Donovan, P. Coughlan. Subs Introduced; J. O’Keeffe, S. Keane, S. Kenny.
JUNIOR HURLING V ST. MARYS Our thoughts now turn to the Junior Hurling Championship as we play St. Marys in a decider to see who progresses to play Colligan in the Western Semi-Final. St. Marys inflicted a heavy beating on us in the first round of the Junior Championship and we improve greatly from this performance to progress. All support would be greatly appreciated. Check this paper for details. CONGRATULATION Congratulations to Johnny Healy, Claire and Shay on the arrival of baby Abbie. Congratulation also to Donnacha and Fiona Tobin on their recent win in the Deise Draw. If there is anything that you would like to have included in the notes, please contact me on 087 6495845.
Comeragh Rangers Ladies U-14 Hard luck to our U-14 team who were defeated by Dungarvan in the A County final. The girls put up a battling performance throughout, but a late Dungarvan surge saw them over the line in the end. Nevertheless, these girls cannot be faulted for their effort and commitment throughout the year and with such an array of talented young girls, the future of the club is definitely bright. On behalf of the club, we would like to thank the girls, and management for all their hard work and commitment throughout the year.
JUNIOR Congratulations to our Junior team who defeated Ballysaggart in the Junior B County Final on Saturday last. The girls started the game brightly, maintaining a high standard throughout, eventually running out comprehensive winners. Great credit is due to this junior team, the girls had a lengthy lay off from action due to receiving two walk overs, and to go out and produce a tremendous display against last year’s finalists shows the level of determination and commitment from this young side. Our captain Belinda O’Neill received the cup on behalf of the junior team and thanked the management and players for all their hard work and commitment throughout the year. Well done to all involved. SENIORS Well done to the Senior team who have booked their place in the Senior County Final. The final is due to take place on Saturday, 13th September. Time and venue to be confirmed.
Fourmilewater SENIOR HURLING On Thursday night, 4th September, at 8 p.m. our senior hurlers will play Ardmore in the relegation battle to see who will hold their senior status for 2015. So please come out and support your local team on Thursday night. MINI LOTTO No jackpot winner. Numbers drawn were: 2, 6, 15. Next week’s jackpot €2,250. Match 2 number winners: Eileen Mangan, Touraneena; Trevor Brown, Kilmanahan; Tommy Halpin, Clogheen; Lucy Royanane, c/o Tony Doocey; Michelle Guiry, Knockanaffrin. 45 CARD DRIVE RESULTS Winners: Tom Brazil and Ger Hennebry; 2nd Helen Ryan and Catherine Whelan. Lucky tables x 2: Jim Skehan and Michael Nugent; James Gough and Oliver O’Hara.
Naomh Brid Brid Naomh UNDER 10 HURLING Last week the boys had another good performance in this division. In a high scoring game against Ardmore we did enough to come out on top, so well done again lads. This week we play Clashmore at home Wednesday on evening at 7.00 p.m. Next week we will be playing at home to the Brickeys on Monday 8th at 07.00 p.m. UNDER 11 FOOTBALL - DIV 1 Our game versus Rathgormack was played on Sunday morning in Kirwan Park. In a much improved effort from our first football game, we were too strong for the opposition. All six subs were used in this game so we hope to build on this performance and keep improving. Our next game is away this Friday vs Dungarvan at 7.00 pm. UNDER 12 FOOTBALL We played St. Pats on Friday evening. Once again another good effort from the lads they won with a scoreline of 5-8 to 3-4. Our next game in this division is away to Stradbally on Friday 12th. ROANMORE BLITZ Reminder for all under 8 hurlers. This Blitz will be held on Saturday, 13th September at the Roanmore Centre in Waterford. As many parents as possible should attend this blitz to support the players.
TRAINING Training for all groups will continue each Monday evening at 7.30 p.m. in Modeligo. BON VOYAGE Best of luck to Jack and Chris Webber who are heading to distant shores with their family this week. All the best lads, hope we can have some guest appearances when you come back on holidays in the future.
St. St. Patrick’s Patricks U-11 FOOTBALL Last Friday night St. Pats U-11 were defeated by Naomh Brid by a much better Naomh Brid outfit. This game was played in Touraneena. U-10 HURLING St. Pats U-10’s played out a draw with Ballyduff Upper in Ballyduff last Tuesday night, and on the previous week we had no game as Clashmore failed to turn up. This Monday night we are away to Cappoquin/Affane and the following Monday night it is away to Ardmore. U-14 HURLING Last Monday night Naomh Brid/St. Pats had a comfortable victory over St. Olivers played in Aglish. MINOR HURLING Naomh Brid/St. Pats played their final league game in Colligan versus Ballyduff Upper, a win here is vital to make the knock-out stages. ST. PATS LADIES FOOTBALL JUNIOR COUNTY FINAL St Pats 3-7; Na nDéise 1-4 St. Pats fought off a physical Na Déise side on Sunday last in a winterish Lemybrien. However, not even the weather could dampen the spirits of the St. Pats girls. From the get go they registered two early goals with a third to soon follow which put them seven points ahead at half-time. St. Pats defence was not only unpassable but they had nerves of steel which kept them grounded even when Na Deise were doing all they could to edge back into the game. There were some inspirational passages of play that led to many fine scores. An overall, great team effort. Congratulations to all the players, mentors and supporters. Its always great to be playing football in September! St. Pats Team: Shauna Weiss, Muireann Walsh, Aoife Dunford, Roisin Fahey, Elaine Flavin, Aoife Landers, Sinead Flynn, Shona Curran, Emer Scanlan, Àine Flynn, Deirdre Fahey, Hannah Power, Olivia Hennerbry, Shannon Dunford, Katie Hickey, Jessica Troy, Katie Cullinan, Fiona O'Brien, Fiona Weiss, Roisin O'Flynn
Comeragh Rangers Junior B County Champions - Pictured together are Kevin Power, Trainer and his daughter Cailin.
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Clashmore/Kinsalebeg JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior Hurlers are our last adult team left in championship action this year and they have a big task this weekend as they take on Ballysaggart in the Western Quarter-Final on Saturday, at 5.30 pm in Cappoquin. We ended up on the wrong end of the result last year against the same opposition so there is no doubt that this will again be a tough battle but we are sure that if our lads can play to their best form that they are well capable of winning here, so the very best of luck to the players and their backroom team for this game and we urge as many supporters as possible to come along to cheer them on in this one. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our Senior Footballers played their last game of the 2014 season last Saturday evening at Bushy Park when they took on St. Declan’s, Ardmore in their final group game and they came out on top at the end here winning by a comfortable margin of 2-13 to 0-10 after one of our best performances of the year. Our lads were in control for much of this game and held a half-time lead of 2-9 to 0-5 thanks to goals from Paul O'Connor and Noel Smyth and some great work from a returning Sean Fleming at corner-forward. Ardmore did stage somewhat of a fight-back in the second half and indeed outscored us over the 30 but our lads held on for a much deserved win so well done to all involved on this result which of course ensures our Senor status for next year and a chance to start afresh. We wish to thank this entire panel of players for their efforts throughout the season and also to their backroom team of Franny Kelly, Roger Hynes, Mike Fenton and Alan Curran. Team: D. Hickey, K. Connery, C. Bourke,E. Beresford, P. Dee, G. Dower, C. O'Keeffe, J. Seward, D. Allen, T. Bourke, B. O'Halloran, E. O'Halloran, S. Fleming, N. Smyth, P. O'Connor. Subs Used: M. Nugent, S. Russell, D. O'Connor, J. Prendergast.
DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The Deise Development Draw for August took place on Friday night last at St. Molleran's GAA Club and we were lucky enough to have a winner in the shape of Pat O'Sullivan, Kinsalebeg who won the second prize worth €500 so well done to Pat and family on a very nice win. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES U-13 HURLING COUNTY FINAL THIS SATURDAY A big day in store for our U-13 hurlers and their families as they take on Sacred Heart in the U13 hurling county final this Saturday at 10:30 am in Fraher Field. This team has played really well up to this point under the tutelage of Pa Ryan who has done superb work in preparing the lads. We're hoping to get a big crowd in for the game if possible so if you are looking for something to do this Saturday morning, we would really appreciate it if you could make time to come in and cheer on the lads. Best of luck fellas,Trench abú! CLUB REPRESENTATIVES ON COUNTY DEVELOPMENT SQUADS Well done to four of our young clubmen who represented Waterford in a variety of underage intercounty hurling competitions which took place over the weekend around the country. Well done to Kyle Roche, Luke Seward, Brian Lynch and Adam O'Sullivan who did their clubs and families proud. It's great to see up and coming talent coming through for the club and a great honour to wear the blue and white at such a young age. U-16 HURLING Our U-16 hurlers took on Ballyduff Upper in the group stage of this championship away on Monday night last and after an exciting and tense encounter, the game ended in a draw with both teams registering 0-14. We are due to play again in this championship next week when we take on St.Mollerans which is down to be played next Tuesday night. U-14 HURLING Our U-14 hurlers took on St. Mollerans in the championship on Tuesday night last and we will post more details on the result from this game next week.
Modeligo WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE FINAL Modeligo vrs. Colligan Saturday, September 6th at 2:30 pm in Bushy Park Our Western Junior Football League Final versus Colligan Emmetts, due to be played on Friday last but cancelled due to a bereavement, has now been re-arranged for this coming Saturday, September 6th, in Bushy Park GAA Grounds at 2:30 pm. When the sides met earlier in this campaign, it was an entertaining game, with Colligan coming out on top on that occasion. It promises to be just as good a game on Saturday next, even though both sides go into this one with key players injured at present. Both sides have since advanced to this League Final and will also be kept apart in the Western Championship Semi-finals. Modeligo will contest this League Final for the fourth year in a row, having lost out to Old Parish
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in 2011, winning it against Tallow in 2012, and it was Colligan who stormed to victory last year against us by a huge margin. However, as we saw when we were successful in 2012, it gave the club a great boost to capture this title, so hopefully we can give this one a good shot here on Saturday. If possible, please come along and give the lads your support. As we saw when we played the Hurling League Final last month, having good support was a great help to the lads out on the pitch so it would be appreciated if the same could happen here also.
Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray ‘A BRILLIANT Night’ was how everyone described our recent Reunion night for the very successful Hurling & Football teams of ‘1992, ’93 and ’94 Melleray Glenrovers. Club chairman John O’Dwyer opened proceedings on the night and said how delighted that the club were to have so many of those teams present for what he described as a ‘night of celebration’. Following an excellent meal served up by our hosts Mike & Tina Power of the Cats’ Bar, the following speakers addressed those in attendance. Rev. Fr. Kiely having said grace after meals extended his many thanks to the club for the invitation to attend on the night and complimented those involved for the wonderful work that was being done with the youth of the area. Next to speak was another guest on the night J.J. Landers who spoke very eloquently and in his address described the hugh commitment, skill and pride that players had and still have in wearing the Melleray Glenrovers jersey. As trainer of those successful teams, he described at length the task that himself and his selectors had with the players and recalled many stories re: certain members of the panel. Following on from Jim Joe, our guest of honour on the night was Jimmy O’Gorman, former Munster Council Chairman and currently Trustee of the Association, accompanied by his wife Anne. From winning Junior Hurling & Football medals with his beloved Tourin to the corridors of power in Croke Park epitomises the contribution Jimmy has made to the GAA serving on both Management & Central Council bodies, a very proud and honourable achievement for the genial Lismore clubman. It also proved ironic on the night to have Jimmy present to honour those teams having presented Melleray Glenrovers with a Western title in 1992 as Western Chairman. In his address Jimmy conveyed to the crowd how strongly he felt about the amateur ethos of the GAA and firmly believed that we are where we are today because the GAA is such a unique organisation, dependent on volunteers, trust, respect and common sense. He emphasised that the best days of anyone’s career are their playing days and that players should wear the club jersey with great pride and in doing so represent themselves and their club with the best level of skill and commitment they possibly can. When Jimmy finishes his time on Management and the National Finance Committee in 2015, he will have completed more than 50 years in GAA Administration. He recalled many many highlights of the past number of years both home and abroad representing the GAA and that the invitation to attend this occasion to honour the successful teams of the 92, 93 & 94 era will without doubt rank very high amongst the most memorable events of his time very well served. Jimmy then concluded his speech by wishing Melleray Glenrovers the very best of luck in their upcoming Western Semi-Final and left the stage to a well deserved standing ovation. Presentations were then made by Jimmy to the players of those successful teams and while they made their way to the stage to accept the mementos, which were handmade by Anthony O’Rourke of Mountview Fitted Furniture, committee member and former Club secretary/player of those teams Jimmy Power gave a running commentary on each individual and the contribution they made to the club’s success of that era. Club Chairman John O’Dwyer finished up by complimenting the organising committee on the night’s events which ran exceptionally smooth, he also thanked past and present players for attending on the night, to all the sponsors for spot prizes for the raffle and then called on all those present to remember the many people who had passed to their eternal reward for their valuable contributions over the past number of years to the fortunes of Melleray Glenrovers G.A.A Club. Music on the night was ‘Spotlight’ which provided a great night’s entertainment. THE BREEDA LYONS PERPETUAL CUP On Saturday evening our hurlers took on Ballysaggart in the Breeda Lyons Perpetual Cup. Playing some great hurling against the breeze we went in 2 points ahead at the break 0-9 to 0-7, and the unavailability of a number of our team didn't seem to hamper the boys at all. In the 2nd half we got a goal from a Mikey Crowley free to edge ahead but Ballysaggart clawed their way back in to the game after we had a player sent off. They then edged a point ahead going in to injury time. We had a late chance from a free to equalise but missed the opportunity and so the cup went to Ballysaggart on a scoreline of 0-17 to 1-13. A good tough game and both teams should be complimented for their wholehearted
Naomh Brid Under 11 team at Cappoquin Blitz last weekend. displays. In the end some great scores by Ballysaggart intermediate player Ronan Walsh was probably the difference between the teams. We thank Ballysaggart and their supporters for attending. Team: R. Lyons, P. Lyons, M. Morris, E. Lyons, G. O’Connor, P. O’Rourke, D. Casey, C. O’Shea, J. Crowley, C. Flynn, J. Begley, M. Crowley, S. Phelan, C. Donnellan, C. Kelly. Subs: C. Byrne, D. Buckley, R. Stewart, S. Power, C. Power, D. Bray, M. O’Rourke
Best wishes to John Begley and Cyril Byrnes who received injuries during the game. JUVENILE GAMES Our u-9, u-13 and u-16 teams lined out earlier in the day and put on some great displays. The U-9's won against Ballysaggart and the U-13's lost to the same opposition. Our U-16's defeated Ballyduff and we thank all the players and families for attending from our own club and that of Ballysaggart and Ballyduff. Training continues this week and indications are that our semi final may be on the weekend of the 12/13/14 of September against Abbeyside/Ring or Clashmore/Ballysaggart. As part of the Annual Melleray Community Festival 2014, Melleray Glenrovers GAA Club held their annual Gala Sports day in the field on Sunday, 31st August at 2 pm. This event saw one of the biggest crowds in attendance for many years. Amongst the many activities on the day were bouncy castles, dog show, fashion show, ferret run, Sausage Sizzle (compliments to our fantastic chefs on the day: Marcia Power & Pa Lyons) Long puc, the Spinner, Bric -a- Brac, children’s races and novelty events and much more. We also held our Grand raffle on the day and the following were the prizes allocated: 2 Night B&B and evening meal in the O’Donoghue Ring Hotel Group (Bridget Murray); 2 All Ireland Football Final tickets (Con Aherne); Family pass to Fota + spending money (Nicola Tull); East Cork oil voucher (Padraig MacCraith) and a Hamper prize to (Caitlin Clevenger). The crowning of The Melleray Glenrovers GAA Rose also took place and the task at hand of announcing this year’s winner was carried out by Dan ‘The Man’ Shanahan. Many thanks to Dan for accepting our invitation to attend, much appreciated. Club Chairman John O’Dwyer then presented Laura Duggan, who proudly represented Wild Oats Soap, with the title and prize. John once again thanked the Roses for their participation the previous weekend and looked forward to another successful event next year. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who helped out at the field on Sunday, those on site Sunday morning to help with the setting up of activities, stalls and inflatable fun for all the family, the fantastic ladies who keep us all fed and watered throughout the day, the individuals who monitored the bouncy castles and other novelty activities, the ticket sellers and to all who bought tickets on the day and also in the weeks leading up to the raffle, the men in charge of the car park and gate who insured all was in perfect order, the lads at the starting line and finishing line for the children’s races and juvenile events, all the sponsors of prizes, medals and donations of food and items for stalls. Also to the man who kept everything running in order and smoothly behind the mic, Michael O’Rourke, many thanks to the Farm Manager at Mount Melleray Abbey for the use of the adjoining field to park cars. Full details of all event results and photographs in next weeks edition. Finally,on behalf of Melleray Glenrovers GAA
Club, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of the late Nan Harte. May she rest in peace.
Stradbally SENIOR FOOTBALL We played St Savours last Sunday evening in Walsh Park and came away with a victory. We were 6 points to 5 at the interval. We were pushed all the way by a strong city team. The final score was Stradbally 0-14; St. Savours 1-7. SENIOR FOOTBALL FIXTURE Now the business end of the year is upon us, and we have a very difficult assignment against our neighbours Kilrossanty in what should be an epic encounter. It is knock-out from now on with no second chance, so everything will have to go well in all departments if we are to overcome our near neighbours INTERMEDIATE HURLING We play The Brickeys in the quarter-final in Intermediate Hurling next Sunday, 7th September in Fraher Field at 6 pm. Please come along and support the reds for this game. TABLE QUIZ We will hold a Table Quiz on Thursday, 11th September in the Club House at 9 p.m. €30 per table. As this Table Quiz will be for much needed funds for the day to day running of our club, please come out on the night and enjoy the quiz. LADIES NOTES Intermediate County Champions: Our Intermediate team started out their championship campaign in the middle of the summer with the girls facing Clashmore, Dungarvan, and Ballyduff Upper in the round robin games. The girls beat Clashmore but lost out to Dungarvan and Ballyduff by close margins. However, the girls qualified for a semi-final against Dungarvan. They played Dungarvan last Thursday in Dungarvan. This was a closely contested game but Dungarvan pulled away and led by 9 points in the second half. Our girls showed heart and determination and fought back with a superb effort by everyone especially the full back line and Niamh Power in the final few minutes of the game. The girls had a tough game and came out victorious to qualify for their fourth consecutive County Final on Sunday, 31st August in Lemybrien against Ballyduff. Ballyduff started off the better team in the first ten minutes as they got two goals. However, the girls fought back and goals from Laura Cusack and an excellent taken penalty from Chloe Fennell brought us back into the game. Chloe followed her penalty with a superb point leaving only two points between the teams at half time. The girls fought hard in the second half with Aishling Mullaney scoring a goal and Margaret Anne Boylan putting two points over the bar. However, Ballyduff got up the field to score 1-2 which left us trailing by one point. The hard work done throughout the year showed in the final few minutes as each and everyone of the girls worked hard and Margaret Anne scored two points to put us a point ahead with two minutes to go. Our Captain Amy Whelan made a fantastic block in the back line and made a great clearance. The final whistle was blown and we were crowned Intermediate County Champions. There were great scenes on the field after the game and Amy Whelan was presented with the cup from County Chairman Crohan McGregor. Amy thanked all who helped us throughout the year,
all the girls for their work and commitment and Ballyduff for a great game of football. This was a great team performance and all players 1-24 put in great commitment and hard work throughout the year. It was a fantastic end for the girls after a long year. The girls will now compete in the Senior grade next year. Intermediate Team: G. Costello, E. D’Arcy, C. O'Brien, T. Fennell, G. Heffernan, C. Mullaney, A. Whelan, R. Casey, N. Fennell, L Cusack (2-0), C. Fennell (1-1), V. Heffernan, M. Boylan (0-4), N. Hogan, A. Mullaney (1-0), M. Fennell, S. Heffernan, C. Crowley, N. Power, R. McGuickian, R. Curran, S. Troy, S. Keane, A. Flynn,
There are many people that have to be thanked for their commitment and support to the club throughout the year. A big thank you must go to Kieran Heffernan for his time and commitment with the girls in the last five years. This team has gone from Junior B to Senior in these five years and for any club this is a huge achievement. We must thank Joe Roche, Mickey Kiely and Benji Whelan for their help and support throughout the year. We must also thank our sponsor Virgil Power Forklifts for our jerseys, Nina Fee and Mairead Power who did first aid on the day, Pat Power and Anthony Morrissey for videoing the match, Virgil Power and Virgil Jnr for taking photos and doing video, Noel Costelloe our Chairman and Fionnoula Flynn for her admin work and The Stradbally GAA Club for the field throughout the year. The girls will compete in the Munster Championship on the weekend of the 13/14th September against the Tipperary champions. U-15: This was the third year we had an U-15 team for this development championship set up by the County Board. The girls played Tramore, Dungarvan and Comeragh Rangers. The girls gained great experience from these games and qualified for the county final of this championship against Dungarvan. The girls had a tough contest in miserable conditions up in Lemybrien and were unfortunate to lose out by 4 points. Although the girls were not victorious it was great to be in another final and it is great preparation for the U16 championship for next year. Well done to all involved. Big thanks to Fionnuala Flynn, Esther and Freddie McGuickian for all their work and Paul Heffernan and Thomas Gough who helped out in training the girls. Team: K. O'Donnell, S. Mullaney, R. McGuckian, S. McGuickian, C. Fennell (Capt), R. Dunphy, E. Keane, A. Mullaney, M. Boylan, J. Queally, M. Curran, A. Keane, A. Brazil, M. O'Brien, K. Heffernan.
U-13: Our U-13s our due to start their championship this week with a game away to Ballyduff on 3rd September, 10th September they are home to Na Deise and 17th September they are away to Comeragh Rangers. Best of luck to all the girls involved. Minor: Our Minors are due to start their championship in the coming two weeks.
An tSean tSean Phobail An Phobail SHOCKS LOTTO At the Marine Bar 31-08-14. Ní raibh aon buaiteóirí den lotto an seachtain seo. Uimhreacha: 14, 21, 23, 26. Bhuaigh na daoine seo €15 an duine: 1. Francie Murphy; 2. Francie Murphy; 3. Louise Nealon; 4. Bob Cain; 5. Cait Dunne. Next week’s jackpot is €4,360. CHAMPIONSHIP It looks like we will be playing Shamrocks in the quarter-final on the weekend of the 13th-14th. Stay tuned for official confirmation.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Lismore MAIN SPONSOR: EAMONN’S PLACE LOTTO The numbers drawn on Monday, 25th August were: 13, 21, 24, 28. there was no winner of the jackpot of €20,000. Consolation prizes of €20 each: Caroline Whelan, Mary McGrath, Nellie Kearney, Mary Houlihan. The numbers drawn on Monday night last, 1st September were: 5, 6, 16, 20. There was no winner of the jackpot of €20,000. Consolation prizes of €20: Liz Foley, Jimmy O’Gorman, Brendan, Catherine O’Mahoney. WEBSITE LAUNCH Just a reminder of the launch of our club website which will take place on Thursday, 4th September in the clubhouse. Everyone is invited to the launch so hopefully a big turn out, members and friends will turn up for the launch. JUNIOR HURLING Best of luck to our junior hurlers who take on Dungarvan in the Western semi-final this Sunday in Cappoquin. SENIOR HURLING The senior hurlers will take on Ballygunner in the quarter-final of this year’s championship on Sunday week, 14th September in Walsh Park at 3.30 p.m. CONGRATULATIONS Everyone in the club would like to extend congratulations and best wishes to William Cunningham and Lucy Kelly and Peter Howard and Mary Lucey on the occasion of their recent marriage. SYMPATHY The club would like to extend sincere sympathy to Eileen Tinnelly and the extended Tinnelly family, Ballyea on the recent death of her brother in England. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam Dílis.
Tourin GAA DRAW Tickets are in circulation at the moment for a fundraising draw for Tourin GAA club. The draw is scheduled to take place on tonight Wednesday, 3rd September. There are very attractive prizes and if you would like to purchase a ticket, members of the GAA club have tickets to hand. GET FIT MC Strength & Conditioning classes will take place upstairs at Tourin Hall on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Circuit training from 7.30 pm on the same nights as well. For further details, contact 086 0612791. SYMPATHY Sympathy is extended to Clare Meaney and family on the death of her brother James (Jim) Veale, Waterford recently. May he rest in peace.
Ballysaggart FAMILY FUN CYCLE: Thanks who all who participated in the family fun cycle day on Sunday last. A most enjoyable day was had by all. By Sunday evening there were many tired feet but all who participated enjoyed the event. The cycle route organised by Mike Whelan and Davy Nugent was truly challenging with the three hill climb. Our walkers enjoyed both the planned routes. A special thanks to all who provided refreshments on the day, from early morning breakfast for our players all through the day they worked to provide sustenance for all. The club wishes a speedy recovery to Ann Bennett. Hope to see you back on both feet once again. FIXTURES On Sunday next our Intermediate team play An Rinn in the quarter final of the Intermediate Championship. The game has a 7.15 p.m. throwin at Fraher Field and is refereed by Colin Cunningham. On Saturday the junior team take on opponents Clashmore in the Junior quarter final. Venue is Cappoquin at 5.30 pm and referee is Shane Reddy. We look forward to seeing you out supporting both teams on the Weekend BALLYSAGGART LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB JUNIOR FINAL: The Ballysaggart ladies fielded in their final against Comeragh Rangers in Stradbally last Saturday afternoon. Although the girls played some nice football at times, it was Comeragh Rangers who came out on top with a very comprehensive win. Thanks to all who came to support the girls in the afternoon and to their management team as well. Team/Panel: Lisa McCarthy, Lydia O'Brien, Kate Ryan, Susan Williams, Olivia Foley, Rebecca McGlone, Sinead Walsh, Jennifer Kingston, Sharon Williams, Alice Russell, Gillian Frewen, Rachel Murphy, Sarah Landers, Niamh Aldred, Johanna Houlihan, Sarah Russell, Eimear Montayne.
U-13 GAME: The U-13 ladies team have a game at home this evening (3rd Sept) against Dungarvan. Please come along and support the girls if you can. MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP: This championship has yet to get under way - details of games/fixtures will be announced shortly. CONGRATS: Congrats to club player Sharon Williams as she was part of the All Ireland U-16 Waterford Camogie panel who recently defeated
Derry. Well done Sharon. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: A fashion show is being organised by Ballysaggart Ladies football club. If you would like to get involved, a meeting will take place on Thursday, 4th September at the Ballysaggart dressing rooms (9 pm). The date in question is Friday, 3rd October at Lismore House Hotel. More details next week. RETURN TO SCHOOL: Yes, it’s that time of year again when all schools have now returned after their Summer break. We wish all students a safe return. CLUB LOTTO Results 26th August: Numbers drawn were 15, 18, 27 and 28. No Jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each: Clodagh Landers, Liam Lyons and Michael Whelan. Next week’s Lotto draw September 2nd – Jackpot €3,875. FESTIVAL MATCH VS. MELLERAY Well done to Ballysaggart on their win over Melleray in the Melleray Festival Match on Saturday evening. WESTERN QUARTER-FINALS Best of luck to our 2 teams who are in Western Quarter-Final action this weekend. Our Intermediate team face An Rinn in Fraher Field on Sunday evening, throw in at 7.15 p.m., and our Intermediate Attached team face Clashmore also this weekend. FUNDRAISING EVENT A big thank you to everyone who helped make the fundraising event held on Sunday a great success.
Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €15,100 held in Miclins bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 31/8/14. Numbers were 4, 11, 17, 28. €30 to the following people Kristy Lennon, Leamybrien; Pa Walsh, Glendalligan. Seller’s prize of €30 Anthony Mulhearne, Mahon Bridge. Next Clotto held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien on Sunday night 7/9/14 for a Jackpot of €15,200. On duty on the night Liam Brazil and Pierce Whyte RECYCLED CLOTHES We are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAA club and put them in the recycling bin. SENIOR FOOTBALL FINAL GROUP GAME Our Seniors were beaten by Ballinacourty on Saturday evening last in the Fraher Field on a scoreline of 4 points to 1-16. We now play Stradbally in the quarter-final date, time and venue to be confirmed. JUVENILE NOTES Training: Continues on Monday evenings at 7 pm for under 8's, 10’s, 11's and 12's unless otherwise notified Under 14 and 16 hurling championship: Is continuing for September, well done boys keep up the great effort and commitment. Under 11 and 12 Football League: The under 12's played at home last Friday which resulted in a draw. It was a very exciting game. Well done boys keep up the great work. The under 11's: Are away to Ballinacourty this Friday at 6.30 and home to Rathgormack on Monday, 8th with a 6.30 pm kick-off also.
Rathgormack SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP We played our final group game last Saturday evening when we took on An Rinn in Stradbally. Having already qualified for the quarter-finals a win here would have seen us finish the group in second place. However, it was not to be. An Rinn opened the scoring in the second minute and although we managed to take the lead with points from Gavin Nugent in the 4th and Conor Murray in the 6th minute it was to be only time during the game that we had the lead. In the rest of the half the only scores we could conjure up were a Ronan Crotty point in the 9th minute and a Jason Curry free in the 24th minute and the same player hit a penalty off the top of the crossbar which went over the bar in the 29th minute. By this stage, however, An Rinn were dominant all over the field and went in at half-time leading on a scoreline of Rathgormack 0-5; An Rinn 0-11. We needed a good start to the second half to be in with a change but it was An Rinn who were again the sharper. Although Conor Murray managed a point in the 38th minute, the only other score that we got in the second half was a Jason Curry free in the 55th minute to leave a final scoreline of Rathgormack 0-7; An Rinn 0-18. Credit to An Rinn they were by far the better team on the day and if we are to progress any further in the Championship a huge improvement will be required. We will face The Nire in the quarter-finals in three weeks time. Team: Brendan Crotty, Padraig Larkin, Tony Power, Billy Power, Dean Kirwan, Cathal Crowch, Gerard Kirwan, Michael Curry, Ronan Cahill, Conor Walsh, Jason Curry (0-03), Conor Murray (0-02), Gavin Nugent (0-01) Jason Gleeson, Ronan Crotty (0-01). Subs Used: Paul Drohan for Jason Gleeson, Michael Crotty for Dean Kirwan, Liam Mulligan for Ronan Crotty, Jamie Kirwan for Cathal Crowch, Stephen Kirwan for Gerard Kirwan,
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The Stradbally Intermediate Ladies team who defeated Ballyduff Upper by 4-5 to 3-7 in an epic final in Lemybrien. Back row left to right: Laura Cusack, Cara Mullaney, Aishling Mullaney, Rebecca Casey, Amy Whelan, Grainne Costelloe, Elaine Darcy, Catriona O’Brien, Tracey Fennell, Claire Crowley, Shelia Heffernan, Rachel McGuckian. Front row left to right: Nuala Hogan, Maggie Boylan, Sophie Troy, Grace Heffernan, Chloe Fennell, Valerie Heffernan, Nicola Fennell, Melissa Fennell, and Niamh Power. Ciaran Fogarty for Padraig Larkin.
U-11 CHAMPIONSHIP Our 11 team have been in action in the last week with mixed fortunes. They played out a draw with Youghal on a scoreline of Rathgormack 2-3; Youghal 1-6 and lost to Naomh Brid on a scoreline of Rathgormack 0-2; Naomh Brid 4-9.
Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in last Saturday's lotto draw were 3-10-12-22, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Richard Hurley, Mary Massey, Eavla Twomey, Anne Marie Desault, Frank Corcoran. Next week's jackpot will be €19,300. JFC: SHAMROCKS 6-8; KILGOBINET 1-6 After a week when nothing seemed to be going right in the parish and the club, with devastating injuries to Kevin Crawford, and Stevie Lucey, tragedies like the sad passing of Mark Cashman, never did we need a lift more than last Saturday when we played Kilgobinet in the Western quarter final in Cappoquin (not Lismore as I had stated, my apologies). To a man the Shamrocks players found an extra gear and cruised into the semi-final with a dominant display. From the start we played with a sense of purpose, and goals from Adam Crawford, Ciaran O'Keeffe, and a beauty from minor star Colm Roche saw us reach the break leading by 3-6 to 0-1. Colm also kicked some lovely points from play and frees, Adam and Ciaran adding the other points. Eoin Murphy was the catalyst for quite a few of our scores, with his intelligent passing and lay-offs creating numerous chances. We continued in the same vein in the second half, and goals from Chris Murphy (2), and Alan Kelly who actually scored two goals but only one was given, killed off the game as a contest. It must be said that our opponents did not provide much of a challenge, but it was good to see the lads play well nonetheless. Without a doubt Old Parish will provide a serious test in the next round, but I still believe we have a real chance of success in this grade if the players put their minds to it over the next couple of weeks. Panel; Richie Murphy, Sean Murphy, John O'Donovan, Brian Harnedy, John Paul Lucey, Joe Leahy, Jason Ahearne, Shane Roche (0-1), Edward Lonergan, Colm Roche (1-5), Jamie Murphy, Adam Crawford (1-1), Eoin Murphy, Jody O'Neill, Ciaran O'Keeffe (1-1), Chris Murphy (2-0), Alan Kelly (1-0), Cathal Herlihy, Edward Hynes, Mikey O'Neill, John Baldwin, Nat Smith, Padraig Ahearne, Tommy O'Donovan, Sean O'Neill, Tim Lenehan, Liam Dalton, Padraig Roche, Paddy Smith, John A. Kelly.
GET WELL SOON The club would like to send our best wishes to club stalwart Kevin Crawford who was seriously injured in a freak accident at work that leaves him badly injured and facing a long period of recovery. Kevin is an invaluable member of both the G.A.A Club and the community who does an amount of tireless work behind the scenes usually without taking any credit and shunning the limelight. Our best wishes also go to Stevie Lucey who fractured his leg last weekend barely a week since returning from the U.S. Get well soon to you both. CONGRATULATIONS Many congratulations to popular player John Baldwin who got engaged recently to Ciara Rothford. We wish you many years of happiness together.
Sliabh gCua/St. gCua/St. Marys Sliabh Mary's DEISE DRAW Unfortunately, the club had no winner in Augusts Deise Draw. Thanks to everyone for supporting the draw each month. IOMAINT SOISEAR PREMIER We have received an official fixture for a last
group game of our junior championship. A must win game for St. Mary’s, your support would be greatly appreciated by the team and mentors. Let’s see those club colours this Saturday. Naomh Muire V Na Geraltaigh in Pairc Ui Fhearichair at 4.30 pm on Saturday, 6th September.
Tallow SENIOR HURLING We play De La Salle in the quarter final of the senior hurling championship on Friday night at 8pm in Fraher Field. As I mentioned before we have done very well to qualify out of a very severe group and the task doesn't get easier with the arrival of one of the best teams in Munster into Dungarvan. We'll be up against it but no doubt Terence will have a plan and the lads will implement it. It was interesting to see Donegal at the weekend and the substitution of the individual for the collective along with the constant focus on performance. Some of that would go a long way on Friday night. It's bizarre to see three separate fixtures for Fraher Field on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. Surely one double header on Saturday night along with the other quarter-final would make sense for players, supporters and the casual observer. Maybe this is the County Board's observation of the unemployment crisis as expecting a man to work all week and then immediately play an important match is ludicrous. JUNIOR HURLING Our junior hurlers play Ballyduff on Saturday at 5 pm in Lismore in the play-off for the Western final in the junior hurling (senior attached) championship. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Tallow 3-8; Affane 2-6. We qualified for the Western Junior Football semi-final with a good win over Affane in the quarter-final last Friday night. Affane led by two to one early in the game before points by William Curley, Sean Gleeson and a goal and a point from Stephen Pratt (the goal being a contender for TG4's cul an bhliain) put us into a 1-3 to 0-3 lead. William Curley got our second goal coming up to half-time but Affane responded with two of their own to trail by just one at halftime with the score Tallow 2-5 Affane 2-4. Another Sean Gleeson point after half-time stretched our lead to two and the very same Kerryman bagged a goal later on in the half to add to a Mikey Curley point to bring our lead to five points and that was the margin at the final whistle. TICKETS The draw for All-Ireland tickets for paid up members will take place this Thursday night at 8.00 p.m. in the clubhouse. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Stephen Pratt and Adrianna on the birth of a baby boy. TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT 1/9/’14 Numbers Drawn 1, 3, 15, 21. No winner. Consolation prizes: Mary Kate Tobin, Paulie Harty, John Buckley, Richard Tobin. Promoter: Mary Buckley. Next Draw 8/9/’14 Keniry's Bar. Jackpot €9,000.
CLG Rinne CLG na Rinne IOMÁINT IDIRMHEÁNACH Imreofar an dá chluiche ceathrú ceannais san iomáint idirmheánach i bPáirc Uí Fhearachair ar an Domhnach seo chughainn, 7 Meán Fómhair. Beidh an tSráidbhaile ag imirt i gcoinne Ródaithe na Brice sa chéad chluiche ag a sé agus sa dara cluiche, beidh an Rinn ag imirt i gcoinne Baile na Sagart, cluiche a thosnóidh ag 7.15 i.n. Chríochnaigh Baile na Sagart sa dara áit sa ghrúpa agus beidh siad ag teacht isteach sa
chluiche seo le foireann láidir. Bhuadar craobh shóisir an Iarthair, craobh an chontae agus craobh na Mumhan anuraidh agus mí-ádh orthu i gCraobh na hÉireann. Tá imreoirí aitheanta acu agus níl aon cheist nach go mbeidh cluiche dian agus cruaidh ag an Rinn. É sin ráite, tá dhá thaispeántas maith tugtha ag fir na Rinne sa dá chluiche deireanach. Bhí bua maith ar Cheapach Choinn agus ansin sa chluiche fíor-thábhachtach an tseachtain seo caite, bua d’aon chúilín ar an Tuairín. Cabhróidh an dá chluiche sin leis an cur i gcomhair don chluiche ar an Domhnach. Bheadh sé ar fheabhas slua maith ag tacú leis an Rinn a fheiscint arís i bPáirc Uí Fhearachair ar an Domhnach. Tá Baile na Míolach agus Ceapach Choinn ag fanacht sna babhtaí leathcheannais. IOMÁINT NA SÓISEAR Beidh cluiche tábhachtach ag na sóisir ar an Satharn seo chughainn. Beidh siad ag imirt i gcluiche ceathrú ceannais an Iarthair, le Dún na Mainistreach inár gcoinne. Tosnóidh an cluiche i bPáirc Uí Fhearachair ag 3.00 i.n. PEIL (SINSEAR) Níl aon cheist nach go bhfuil an cúpla seachtain deireanach tar éis a bheith an-ghnóthach, ag athrú ón bpeil go dtí an iomáint agus thar nais arís. Bhí bua maith sa chluiche deireanach ag an Rinn i gcoinne Ráth Ó gCormaic, cluiche a imríodh sa tSráidbhaile ar an Satharn. Bhí an Rinn go maith in uachtar sa chéad leath, 0-11 i gcoinne 0-5 chun cinn ag an mbriseadh. B’iad Liam Ó Lonáin, Donie Breathnach agus Lorcán Ó Curraoin príomh-scórálaithe ar an oíche agus ag an deireadh chríochnaigh an Rinn in uachtar, 0-18 i gcoinne 0-7. Leis na torthaí eile, is mar seo a bheidh na cluichí ceathrú ceannais sa pheil: An Uidhir v. Ráth Ó gCormaic, an tSráidbhaile v. Cill Rosanta, Baile na Cúirte v. Cumann Slánaitheora, An Rinn v. De La Salle. Déanfar na socruithe do na cluichí seo go luath agus beidh an t-eolas againn an tseachtain seo chughainn. Más ea, beidh seaimpíní idirmheánach na bliana seo caite, De La Salle, inár gcoinne sa chluiche ceathrú ceannais. Ní mórán daoine a bhí ag súil go mbeidís ann, ach le cúpla taispeántas maith uathu, beidh iomaíocht an-ghéar arís sa chéad chluiche eile. Tá duais an-mhór ann, ar ndóigh, do na buaiteoirí, sé sin áit sa chluiche leath ceannais.
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This Friday, training will be at the Ballinameela GAA field from 6-7 p.m. for all ages. Please bring your gum shields and €2. There will be a BBQ Fundraiser this Friday night at Ballinameela Community Centre to help fund the running of the Community Centre. €20 each. Guaranteed to be a great night out! All supported would be gratefully appreciated. COMMUNITY GAMES ALL- IRELAND Congratulations to some of our St. Oliver players who competed in this year’s Community Games All-Ireland in Athlone last week. Congratulations on such an achievement. Looking forward to having you back training.
Cois Bhride Sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware, Tallow U13 HURLING Our under 13 Hurlers, having won the western final in Fraher field against Brickey Rangers, will play Tramore in the County Final this Saturday, 6th September. The venue is Fraher Field with a throw in time of 1 p.m. It would be great to see as many supporters as possible there on the day. COIS BHRIDE ANNUAL PRIZE DRAW The annual Cois Bhride Juvenile GAA Club draw will take place this Thursday, 4th September at 8 pm. Please support as generously as possible and return your tickets to any of the team mentors or to the Cois Bhride stand at the Tallow horse fair.
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GENERAL SPORT
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Forde’s Daybreak Fit4Life one lap league THE Forde’s Daybreak one Lap Challenge got underway last night Tuesday 2nd at St Augustine’s College. The league will continue for the next 5 Tuesday evenings and is open to all over 12 years of age. This league is suitable for all levels of runners and joggers. You don’t have to be a member of the club to take part in any of our leagues so all are more than welcome.
Ger Wyley sponsor of the 20th annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summers series presents Una Mulligan with her prize at the presentation night recently. Una was a divisional winner in the league.
Overall winner of the 20th annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series Kevin Kenneally is presented with his prize by sponsor Ger Wyley.
Six Munster Medals for KCK in Templemore THE track and field season had one late fixture as the Munster B Track and Field Championships went ahead in Templemore. KCK had a good squad of athletes competed and enjoyed a very successful day, taking home many medals and some more strong performances. First on the track for the club was Kayleigh Cass and Roseanne Power in the girl’s U-10 60m heats. Roseanne qualified comfortably for the final with a fine 2nd place finish. Kayleigh finished a well placed 5th, narrowly missing a final place. Roseanne got herself amongst a blanket finish in the final, with only half a metre separating the first six athletes. Roseanne was placed 5th after a very good race. In the long jump competition, it was also a case of small margins in the long jump competition where Roseanne’s 3.19m was just 7cm off gold, with it good enough for again 5th place. Kayleigh meanwhile gave a very good account of herself in the girl’s U10 500m final, placing 6th. BRONZE FOR PAUDIE BARRY The first medal of the day for the club came when Paudie Barry threw a very good second round throw in the boys’ U10 turbo javelin that was good enough for 3rd place overall. Paudie was presented with his bronze Munster medal shortly afterwards. Later in his 500m Paudie put in a good showing, taking 6th place. Colm Barry went in the same race, finishing right behind in 7th. While earlier Colm produced a good sequence of jumps to take 6th place overall. Donnacha Dunphy finished a very strong 5th place in the boy’s U11 600m race. Having gone with the early pace, Donnacha went back to the main group, before finishing strongly overtaking 2 athletes over the closing 200m. Donnacha also put in a good series of jumps in his long jump competition. SEAMUS FITZGERALD JUMPS TO SILVER Seamus Fitzgerald took
The league is held over 1 lap of the college grounds which is just over a mile in distance and is geared for the complete beginner, so come along to St. Augustine’s college Tuesdays at 7.00 p.m. Next Tuesday night will be the second night of this one lap challenge and we would love to see as many new faces as possible taking part. Registration will begin from 6.45 onwards.
Parking is available at the rear of the college grounds. The entry fee each night is €2 per person. The league will continue for another four more weeks – September 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th. Our sincere thanks go to our sponsor Kevin Forde of Forde’s Daybreak on the Youghal Road. Please support all our sponsors when appropriate.
Garveys Supervalu Autumn League starts tomorrow night (Thursday) THE first night of the Garvey’s Supervalu Autumn League will take place tomorrow night, Thursday 4th at St. Augustine’s College by kind permission. This league is open to everybody over the age of twelve and all are welcome. This league caters for all levels of runners, from the beginner to the regular run-
ner. You can even decide yourself what distance might suit you as it’s open for participants to run 1 lap which is just over 1 mile in distance, 2 laps, 3 laps 4 laps or 5 laps. If you can’t make the run every night of the five weeks, just come along when you can. The entry fee each night is €2. Registration for the league begins at 6.15 and
then the league itself gets underway at 6.30 p.m. Parking is available at the rear of the college. Our sincere thanks go to Garvey’s Supervalu Dungarvan and to Garvey’s on the Coolagh Road once again for their kind sponsorship of this league. The dates for this league are: Sept. 4th 11th 18th 25th and October 2nd.
Philip Harty wins Genzyme 5
Seamus Fitzgerald presented with his Munster Silver Medal in the boys U-13 Long Jump Competition.
Rena Behan KCK following her win in the girl's U-15 800m.
his first Munster medal with a fine series of jumps in the boys U13 long jump final. With margins tight, Seamus timed his jump to perfection to secure second place. Seamus also had a good showing in his 80m final, finishing 6th. His brother Padraig was in the mix in his 600m final for the majority of the race, but with a fast move to the finish, he found himself pushed off the lead, eventually crossing the line in 6th. He was also in the line-up in the long jump competition where he was misfortunate with one or two of his jumps but still did well. Kyle Walsh showed very good speed in the boy’s U-12 60m final, taking 6th place. He followed that up with another strong performance in his 600m, where he showed good strength to finish well. MUNSTER TITLE FOR ELLEN BOYLAN A super second round leap of 3.60m secured Ellen Boylan a wonderful Munster title in the girl’s U-11 long jump competition. With a good first round jump, Ellen’s second round jump was 10cm clear of second place. She was presented with her gold medal at the end of the day’s proceedings. Earlier Ellen put in a brave run in her 600m, where she crossed the line a close 4th place. Having
attacked up the home straight, Ellen was neck and neck with the 3rd place athlete and was in hard luck to finish out of the medals. Shíona Dunphy had a good day in the girl’s U13 age group, as she showed good speed in her 80m heats. Later in the day, she also did well in her long jump competition scooping a top 8 finish. RENA BEHAN TAKES U-15 TITLE Rena Behan finished the day with two medals in the 100m and 800m. In her 800m Rena ran a sensible race, staying at the top of the field as the opening lap went off at a pedestrian pace. The sound of the bell picked up the pace and Rena slowly stretched to the front and moved into a clear lead on the home straight to take the gold medal. Earlier in the day, Rena took the bronze medal in the 100m final, showing a very good turn of speed. SILVER FOR EMILY KEANE In the same race and hot on Rena’s heels was Emily Keane, who finished the race very strong and was closing on all three medallists over the closing 20m. Her fourth place there was followed by an excellent silver medal in the girl’s U15 long jump final. Her good last round jump secured her the medal and
Ellen Boylan KCK having been presented with her gold medal following her victory in the girl's U-11 long jump competition. rounded off the club’s medal count. Róisín Dunphy had a busy day also, firstly qualifying for the girl’s U14 final after a 3rd place finish in her heat. In the final itself, Róisín finished a strong 6th place. In her 800m, Roisín once again was in the mix, with a fast opening lap separating out the field very quickly. Over the closing stages, Roisín did well and finished in 5th place. Thank you to all parents who travelled on the day to the event. Also thank you to those who volunteered to help officiate and to the Munster Council for running the vent so well. CROSS COUNTRY TRAINING Training for the upcoming cross country season is now back up and running. Training takes place each Tuesday and Thursday night at 6pm in the GAA grounds in Lemybrien. Training this Sunday morning at 10 am in Portlaw woods also. New members are always welcome, with the cross country season starting, it is an ideal to get time to become involved. Check out our website www.kckac.ie for more details. COUNTY CONVENTION The County Convention will take place on Monday, September 8th in De La Salle College, with an 8 pm starting time.
PHILIP Harty added yet another victory to his huge array of wins this year when taking another easy victory at last Friday evening’s Genzyme 5 miler in the city. A field of 281 competed on the night and the ladies winner
was Susan Finn in 30.53. P. J. Guinan showed that he is back to his best also when breaking the 30 minute barrier running 29.21. Niamh O’Donovan was our first lady home in a time of 36.42. Philip Harty 25.30
Aglish Fit4Life run returns
Eddie and Ray run Tullamore half
THE Aglish Fit4Life run returns after the summer break on Tuesday evenings with the first night last Tuesday. 7.30 pm is the start time each week. If you would you like to take some gentle exercise and lose a few pounds in the process over the next couple of months. Then come along and join us and run, walk or crawl a few kilometres every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. We are especially looking for some more walkers to join us. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. A number of our running group are now participating in 5k, 10k and half marathons. That's what can be achieved with a little training.
Club members Ray Burke and Eddie Doran were in Tullamore, Co. Offaly last Saturday for a Half marathon race. Both have been running very well this past summer and once again both had excellent performances Saturday. Ray ran a time of 1.34.37 and Eddie completed the course in a new half marathon personal best time of 1.44.44.
Committee Meeting THE senior club’s next committee meeting will be held on this Thursday, September 6th at 8.30 p.m.
P. J. Guinan 29.31 Ray Hahesy 31.13 Mark Cliffe 34.20 Niamh O’Donovan 36.42 Paschal Proctor 40.13 Andrea Gaffney 40.16 Sharon Higgins 50.33 Terri Gough 51.21
Final race in Ballycotton series A RECORD 573 runners took part in this year's Ballycotton 5 mile road race, the 4th and final race in the Ballycotton Summer Series. Race winner on the night was John Meade, St. Finbarrs who piped local man James McCarthy on the line with a time of 26.03 and 26.04 for James. The ladies winner was also from St. Finbarrs when Sinead O’Connor took the spoils in 29.33. The overall series winner this year was James McCarthy, East Cork AC and the ladies overall victor was Niamh Cronin, St. Finbarrs AC. West Waterford athletes who competed on the final night were Mossy Keogh 29.38, Tomas Mahony 31.27 and Onra Power 46.08.
West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles
Geraldine Barry who completed all 11 races in the 20th Annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series.
GOOD TURNOUT AT TRAINING THIS WEEK TRAINING got off to a slow start on Wednesday with a small turnout. The word had spread by Friday and it was good to see a much bigger group of athletes going through their paces at the Friary grounds. We still have a number of athletes to return so we look forward to welcoming them back this week. Training will continue on Wednesday and Friday at 6 pm in the Friary.
ADAMSTOWN CROSS COUNTRY ON SEPT. 14th The first cross country will take place in Adamstown, County Wexford. Check the board at training for all the details. Last year West Waterford had a very successful day at this event and we hope to have even bigger numbers competing this year. There will be a county board meeting on September 8th and we should have all the county dates by then.
WEST WATERFORD AC
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Pictured are Noelle Conway and Marie Moore who both had a great summer of races at the 20th annual Ger Wyley sports SKINS Summer series of road races.
Yevgeniy Chizhikov completed all 11 races in this year’s 20th Annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series. Yev receives his prize from sponsor Ger Wyley.
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David McNally completed all 11 races in the 2014 20th Annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series. David receives his prize from sponsor Ger Wyley.
20th Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2014 concludes 2014 SAW a revamp to the Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS Summer Series with prices for all club organised races reduced to €5 which was made possible by the kind sponsorship we received from our loyal sponsor of 20 year's Ger Wyley in conjunction with our associate sponsor SKINS. In 2014 we made a conscious decision to try to reorganise the series to cater for newcomers and at the same time being very censuses of our loyal more seasoned runners who support our efforts over many years. We felt that by having shorter race distance earlier in the series that they could work their way into the series and heretofore this was a problem with the first race of the series a little bit too long for beginners. To this end we introduced a new race to the series taking the number of events up to 11. This first race was a 5k on a new very fast course in Ballinroad and based in Dungarvan Rugby Club. This proved to be an unprecedented success with all participants enjoying the race immensely. The next change involved the 10k race in Butlerstown which involved a 3 lap circuit reducing to 2 laps thereby making it a really fast 4 mile race. This set us up nicely for the 5 miles routes throughout the summer and ensured that we still maintained our relationship with our many generous sponsors that we have had for the past 20 years. We had two winners this year whom had never won the series before, so it was nice to see some new faces
taking the top honours for the 20th edition of the event. 140 ATHLETES ENTER THE 2014 SERIES The G.S.K. 5 mile road race was held recently bringing the 11 race series to a fantastic conclusion with huge numbers turning up for the last night for the fastest race of the series. From April to August we visit many communities throughout the county, each one welcoming us and allowing us the use of their facilities for the series which has now 20 unbroken years hosted by West Waterford Athletic Club and sponsored by Ger Wyley Sports. Once again this year Tom Leahy, our Road Racing Coordinator worked tirelessly with his team of official in conjunction with all the sponsors, communities, stewards, to ensure all the background work was done and plans in place so all the races could proceed without a hitch. Great credit goes to all our hardworking crew who operate the entries, results, prizes, website, weekly notes, facebook etc and, of course, our outstanding outdoor staff who are in place hours before race time ensuring that the race course is safe and all procedures are in place. All of this work is appreciated by us all and by the runners who have come from all over the southeast to take part in these races. Each year we are fortunate to have the co-operation of our local Gardai and, of course, the local stewards in each town and village that we visit deserve our heartfelt thanks as well. Each race has its own sponsor many of whom have been in place for the
past 20 years and we would also like to record our thanks to them. Last and by no means least a huge thank you to the record number of 140 runners who entered the series this year, we hope you enjoyed your summer running with West Waterford athletic club and hopefully we will all have the health to do it all again for the 21st year in 2015. SPECIAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY PRIZE 110 achieved the magic number of 6 races this year earning a €30 voucher for Skins to be purchased in Ger Wyley Sports before November while 16 went on to complete all 11 races and on the final night were presented with their special prize of a special edition Skins bag. For 2014 and to celebrate the 20th year of the series and through the generosity of our sponsors for all the series entrants this year we introduced a special prize to be raffled between all runners who completed 6 races. A voucher for a 2 night break for 2 people in a Flynn Hotel with an evening meal included was raffled between all 110 runners who completed the mandatory 6 and the delighted Claire Fitzpatrick was the lucky winner. ATHLETES WHO RAN 11 FROM 11 The following athletes are to be congratulated as they ran the full 11 race programme in the 20th annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series for 2014. Brendan Reidy David McNally Ian Grant Jim Baldwin Joe Mangan Páraig De Burca
Ray Hahesy Tom Leahy Yevgeniy Chizhikov Ray Burke Donal O’Donoghue Geraldine Barry Mary Dyer Aine Moore Onra Power Marie Moore
KEVIN KENNEALLY WINS MICHEÁL O HOGAIN CUP FOR THE FIRST TIME We crowned a new winner to the series in 2014 when popular Ballinroad man Kevin Kenneally was the last man standing in the consistency stakes when this years series concluded, Kevin finished the series with a total of 18 points, made up of 3 second place finishes, 1 third, 1 fourth and a fifth. Kevin did not run in G.S.K. but he would have been sure of success based on his points total going into the last night. Kevin achieved many personal best times over the summer 2014 and was delighted to move from 3rd place in the series in 2013 to Champion in 2014. Improvement was also the order of the day for second place finisher John Leahy who set a new p.b. for 5 miles in G.S.K. on the final night and finished with 26 points up from 6th overall in 2013. Ballysaggart man Tom Bennett had a great summer and was in the prizes at many races, this led him to a third place finish on a points total of 31 while the ever reliable Peter Duggan of St Joseph’s moved from 5th place in 2013 up to 4th for 2014 on 42 points. 5th place this year went to our Road Racing Coordinator Tom Leahy on 43 points. Tom also had a p.b. in G.S.K. while in 6th place this year was Waterford A.C.’s
Jim Baldwin who finished on 49 points 8 points ahead of Abbeyside’s Anthony Flynn on 57. Ian Grant son of the famous Derek who is heavily involved in Waterford A.C. was 8th on 78 points while 9th was newcomer Mossy Keogh with Ray Hahesy completing the top ten. Well done to all prize-winners in the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series for 2014. For the record the top ten was as follows and we also include the other men's prizewinners: 1st Kevin Kenneally 2nd John Leahy 3rd Tom Bennett 4th Peter Duggan 5th Tom Leahy 6th Jim Baldwin 7th Anthony Flynn 8th Ian Grant 9th Mossy Keogh 10th Ray Hahesy 20th Colin Lyons 30th Micheal Callaghan 40th Mush Keane 50th Con Kelleher 60th Vince Donovan
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MARTINA O’DWYER LEADS THE WAY The ladies Champion in the 2014 Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series after 11 races is that very talented athlete from CarrickOn-Suir, Martina O’Dwyer. Once Martina decided to enter this series it was always going to be a battle for supremacy between herself and local lady Sinead Mansfield. Sinead made a welcome return to running this year and has shown a fantastic return to form. Martina has been one of the top female athletes in the southeast over the past few years and from her best 6 races she finishes the series with the bare minimum 6 points as she took vic-
tory in Butlerstown, Waterford to Tramore, Touraneena, Clashmore, Dromana and Ras Na Rinne. Sinead to her credit never gave up the fight and finished the series with 10 points from her best 6. The next 3 places were filled by newcomers to the winner’s enclosure in the series with 3rd place going to Sandra Prendergast on 29 points 8 points ahead of her training partner Niamh O’Donovan while 5th place went to Ballymac Road Runner Mary Mangan Dyer 51 points. Well done to all the ladies in the series, there was some super running over the summer and we hope to see you all back in 2015. For the record here are the top 5 Ladies and also the voucher winners: 1st Martina O’Dwyer 2nd Sinead Mansfield 3rd Sandra Prendergast 4th Niamh O’Donovan 5th Mary Mangan Dyer 10th Josie Ui Churrin 15th Una Mulligan 20th Sharon Higgins 25th Margaret Conway 30th Tricia Cullinane 35th Marion Dennehy 40th Jackie Tobin 45th Jacinta Sheil
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TOM LEAHY MAN ON A MISSION There are great achievements and there are great achievements and one such great achievement came to light just recently at the conclusion of the 2014 Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series. A total of 16 runners completed all 11 races in this year's league and that to most of us is indeed an achievement of note. But how about this one, our road racing coordinator Tom Leahy started his running career
back 7 years ago and to date Tom hasn't missed one of the Ger Wyley series races, yes that is 7 years and 71 races without missing a single one. Of course, it was a ten race programme for the past six years and this year we introduced a new race so it became an 11 race programme, and Tom has ran them all. Well done Tom now that is an achievement in anyone's book. SUZANA MALIKOVA VOUCHER WINNERS IN SUMMER SERIES Club member, Suzana Malikova generously donated a prize of 2 Sports Massage vouchers for each of the races in the summer series. Suzana is available for sports Massage at the Alternative Health Clinic in Abbeyside, phone 087-1218721 for appointment. We would again like to take this opportunity to thank Suzana for her very generous sponsorship of these prizes for each race. The winners of these vouchers for each race in the series were: Ballinroad 5k - Tomas Mahony and Sinead De Faoite Butlerstown 4 mile - Yevgeny Chizikov and Kate Organ Waterford to Tramore 7.5 Michael Dwyer and Bernie Prendergast Ardmore 5 - Martin Stevenson and Gillian Ormonde Touranena 5k - Mossie Keogh and Sandra Prendergast Clashmore 5 - Trevor Mason and Andrea Gaffney Dromana 5 - Ted O'Leary and Linda Garcia Ras na Rinne 6 - Tom Leahy and Tracy Dwyer Ballymac 5 - Anthony Flynn and Niamh O' Donovan Marine Climb 6 - Garret Byrne and Claire Fitzpatrick GSK 5 - Cathal Gleeson and Sharon Higgins.
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GOLF
You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 26th August: Open Seniors, CSS 39 pts. 1st: Sean O’Ciarba (17) 39 pts Dungarvan; 2nd: Donal Coughlan (11) 39 pts. Best Lady: Gladys Ruddock (22) 35 pts Grange Golf Club Friday, 29th August: Open Singles CSS 34 pts. 1st Rogie Cashin (18) 33 pts Saturday, 30th August: President’s Prize kindly presented by Frank Waters, CSS 36 pts both rounds. 1st: Ger Bagge (6) 74 pts; 2nd: Derek Power (5) 76 pts; Gross: John White (5) 62; 3rd: Lee Crotty (11) 73; 4th: Conor Clancy (9) 73; 2nd Gross: Diarmuid Henley (6) 60; Best 1st Day: Michael Kavanagh (7) 41 pts; Best 2nd Day: Raymond Moloney (12) 37 pts; Past President: Austin Kiely (13) 69 pts; High Handicap: Richard Lambert (25) 68 pts; 5th: Tommy Long (13) 72 pts; 6th: Seanie Lenihan (19) 70 pts; 2nd First Day: Tom O’Rourke (16) 39 pts; 2nd Second Day: Brian O’Connor (8) 36 pts; Guest Gents: Niall Troy (11) 37 pts; Guest Ladies: Paula Keating (27) 32 pts Sunday, 31st August: Open 18 Holes Stableford, CSS 38 pts 1st: William O’Brien (8) 46 pts Dungarvan; 2nd: John Higgins (13) 42 pts; Gross: Lar Whelan (5) 34 pts.
FIXTURES Tuesday, 2nd September: Open Seniors, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 5th September: Open 18 Holes Stableford Saturday, 6th September: Club Competition. Sunday, 7th September: Monthly Medal, Blue and Stroke Tuesday, 9th September: Open Seniors, Ladies and Gents. PRESIDENT’S PRIZE On Saturday last both of our Presidents, Loraine and Frank, held their President’s Prize. Details of the Ladies competition will appear in the Ladies notes. Frank Waters was on hand to welcome the 50 players, who had qualified the previous week, and play started at 8.30 a.m. There was no rain but there was a tough breeze blowing which made the finishing holes a little bit tougher than usual especially from the Blue tees. Early indications showed Michael Kavanagh, Ger Bagge, Derek Power, Conor Clancy and John White all going well but the real test was to come over the back nine. In the end Ger Bagge claimed the President’s Prize with Derek Power in second place and John White winning gross. This year we tried having the President’s Prize over two weekends so that
DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net AUTUMN OPEN WEEK Dungarvan Golf Club’s popular Autumn Open Week runs from Fri. 5th to Sunday 14th September. There is a magnificent line up of competitions to whet all golfers’ appetites with singles, fourball and rumbles events taking place throughout. We are very grateful as always to our sponsors for their continued support. For a full list of events and to book online visit www.dungarvangolfclub.com . Fri., 5 Sept. 2014 = Open Ladies and Gents Singles S/F (Member Sponsored). Sat., 6 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents Singles S/F, Open Ladies Singles S/F (Quinlan Butchers). Sun., 7 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Tom Murphy Motors). Mon., 8 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday. Tues., 9 Sept. 2014 = Open Ladies Singles S/F
(Park Hotel) Wed., 10 Sept. 2014 = Open 2 Person Rumble Any combination (Sixty.Com). Thurs., 11 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents Singles S/F. Fri., 12 Sept. 2014 = Open 3 Person Rumble (Jim Quinn). Sat., 13 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents Fourball/Open Ladies Fourball (Norris Bros.). Sun., 14 Sept. 2014 = Open Gents Fourball/Open Ladies Fourball (Norris Bros.). WEEKLY NEWS Despite the greens continuing their recovery from hollowtining, scoring was hot this week. Both John Reynolds and Alan Thomas shot 68 gross on Sunday along with fellow Barton Shield player Peter Mullaney who shot two under. However it wasn’t enough to stop Declan Walsh winning the E. A. Ryan cup and virtually assuring himself of the Golfer of the Year title.
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the final could be played on a Saturday with the presentation of prizes on Saturday night. We would be very interested in hearing comments from members on the change and if we should continue with this format. At the presentation of prizes over 150 people were present and from the comments on Sunday the opinion of many was that it was the best presentation night for a long time. The speeches were witty and to the point and all involved must be congratulated on a splendid show. Dancing was to the Barflys who got the crowd dancing from the start and the singsong afterwards was of the highest quality. GREENKEEPER CYCLING FROM MALIN HEAD TO MIZEN HEAD Our Greenkeeper Rob and his wife Natalie are facing the daunting task of cycling the length of Ireland and hope to complete their mission in four days all in aid of the ‘Straight Ahead Charity’. Straight Ahead Charity provide money for operations on children with special conditions. We hope you can help. A fantastic team of surgeons, nurses and other medical staff at Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin are waiting to complete these surgeries with many of them providing their time for free. In addition, a number of Irish medical device companies have generously provided free surgical implants to ensure that these surgeries are completed for the lowest possible cost. The Straight Ahead team understands that the Minister of Health is trying to find funding to make these cases a priority, but change often takes time, particularly when public health funding is decreasing.
Any donations would be very much appreciated. Donations can be made to www.mycharity.ie/event/natali e_rob_shaw-hamilton_event or direct to Rob or Natalie. JUNIOR NOTES Paddy Hannigan Perpetual Trophy: On Saturday evening last, Deirdre Hannigan presented the Paddy Hannigan Memorial Trophy to the Juniors on behalf of the Hannigan family. The winners as follows: 1st Seanie Lenihan (18) 39 pts. Best Gross Michael Lenihan (8) 29 pts. 2nd Jack McGrath (24) 36 pts. Junior Golfer of the Year: This is now down to a straight fight between best friends Lee Crotty and Michael Lenihan. Following the President’s Prize and the Paddy Hannigan Memorial Trophy Michael held a 4 point lead with a score of 57 to Lee’s 53. With both players still involved in the matchplays and two more counting events it is too close to call. LADIES NOTES The Lady President's Prize presented by Loraine Birney took place on Saturday, 30th August on what was a perfect day for golf. The ladies turned up in large numbers to compete for the beautiful prize. By 6pm the last of the players were arriving back in and when the checking and cross checking was done the eventual winner was the very popular Teresa Queally. The presentation of prizes was held on Saturday evening at the Gold Coast Hotel before a packed house. It was a great occasion which began with beautiful food been served. Lady President Loraine then welcomed everyone and thanked them for making her day a very
enjoyable and successful one. A great night of music and dancing followed. Without a doubt it was a night to remember for both our very popular Presidents. Congratulations to all the prize winners and to Ger Bagge on winning the men's President’s prize. Results Lady President’s Prize 2014: Winner Teresa Queally (23) 39 pts; 2nd Ger Hallinan (31) 38 pts; Gross Mary Kiely; 3rd Ann McGrath (24) 36 pts; 4th Gillian Cashman 35 pts; 5th Joan O'Dea (35) 33 pts; 6th Elaine Goss (30) 33 pts 18 hole ongoing competition (2 cards to count) sponsored by Cliff House House Hotel. 1st Aisling Fennell (9) 83 pts; 2nd Breda Conway (27) 82 pts; 3rd Ruth Hannigan (22) 81 pts. FIXTURES Sunday, 7th September: 18 hole competition sponsored by Deise Golf. 10 hole ongoing competition for a voucher. Omni competition every Wednesday. Draw for partners at 1.45. Committee meeting Friday 5th September. CORRECTION We would like to clarify an error with last week's results of the Eileen Murphy Memorial Foursomes. The results should have read the following -- Helena Fitzgerald and Eilo Fitzgerald. Best of luck to both ladies when they go and represent the Gold Coast at Cork Golf Club on 8th September. LADIES MATCHPLAY Ladies Matchplay very kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris. Next round to be played by 3rd September. Final to be played by 18th Sept. Gold Coast Foursomes.
And it wasn’t just about the adults. Our junior golfers headed for Fernhill Golf Club last Sunday and cleaned up. Sean O’Sullivan won the under 11 section of the Irish Junior Masters. Charlie Treen was second in the Under 9, Barry Morrissey and Michael Troy were second and third in the Under 13, and A. J. Hayes and Cal Tutty were third and fourth in the under 7’s. They played brilliant golf and had a brilliant day, and many thanks to the parents for providing transport. In other news Trojan work was carried out by our volunteer workers last Tuesday. Aided by some juniors, in excess of thirty members set about removing the stones from the recent work carried out to improve our course. Well done to all concerned. The popular and long time member Ann Morrissey enjoyed a milestone birthday last week but was pleasantly surprised at the ladies outing to Castlemartyr when a birthday cake was produced by her friends. We hope Ann enjoys many more years of fine golf. Our new Club App continues to be popular and is regulary updated with club news and results. And if you have any newsworthy stories, tell the Pro. He loves the gossip. Due to demand we will discuss a rule of golf every week to help improve your
education of this great game. Some of you will know that there are only 34 rules of Golf and it is the player’s obligation to know the rules. Certainly a greater knowledge of the rules can save shots during a round. Rule number one is simply the game and states that the game consists of playing a ball from the teeing ground into the hole by a stroke or successive strokes in accordance with the rules. Basically the ball is struck from the teeing ground and then must be struck from where the previous stroke finished. If this not possible, there is a rule to cover the situation. If you are unsure as to the correct procedure, Rule 3-3 allows you to complete the hole using two balls. On completion of the round and before returning the card, the correct decision can be obtained from the competition committee thus avoiding disqualification. Next weekHazards. GENTS RESULTS Thurs. 28th Open Singles: Winner David Walsh (6) Waterford Castle 39 pts, 2nd Charles Daly (23) 38 pts, 3rd Tom Burke (13) 38 pts; CSS 37. Fri. 29th Open Scramble: Winners Austin Butler, Joe Barrett & Brian Barrett 61 ¾. Sat. 30th Singles: Winner TC Curran (10) 41 pts, 2nd Gerry Raher (10) 39 pts, 3rd
Sean Whelan Barrett (10) 39 pts, 4th David Crowley (12) 39 pts; CSS 37. Sun. 31st EA Ryan Cup: Winner Declan Walsh (9) 68 nett, 2nd Brian Morrissey (13) 68 nett, Gross Alan Thomas 68, 3rd Danny Barry (16) 68 nett, 4th John Reynolds (Scr) 68; CSS 72. GENTS FIXTURES Fri. 5 Open Ladies and Gents Singles S/F. Sat. 6 Sep Open Gents Singles S/F. Sun. 7 Sep 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F. Mon 8 Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday. Wed. 10 Open 2 Person Rumble. Thu 11 Open Gents Singles S/F. Fri 12 Open 3 Person Rumble. Sat 13 & Sun. 14th Open Gents Fourball. LADIES RESULTS Tues. 26th 11 Holes Singles: Winner Carmel O’Brien (16) 27 pts, 2nd Fidelma Fitzgerald (23) 26 pts, 3rd Colette Power (34) 24 pts, 4th Marie Fahey (24) 24 pts. Sat. 30th Singles: Winner Cathie O’Mahony Whelan (11) 41 pts, 2nd Teresa Hayes (18) 39 pts, 3rd Ina Considine 39pts; CSS 38 pts. LADIES FIXTURES Fri. 5 Open Ladies Singles S/F. Sat 6 Open Ladies Singles
Gold Coast Golf Club President’s Prize. Frank Waters, President presents his President’s Prize to the winner, Ger Bagge. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Gold Coast Golf Club Lady President’s Prize. Lorraine Birney, Lady President presents her President’s Prize to the winner, Teresa Queally. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Second round matches be played by 7th Sept. Coastal Alliance first round
will take place at Tramore Golf Club on Thursday, 11th September.
S/F. Mon 8 Open Ladies Singles. Tues. 9 Open Ladies Singles S/F. Wed. 10 Open 2 Person Rumble. Fri. 12 Open 3 Person Rumble. Sat. 13 Sep. & Sun. 14 Open Ladies Fourball. YOUNGONES Next Competition Wed. 3rd September 2014 at 2.15 back 9. SIXTY.COM Results Wed 27th: Winner Mossie Walsh (6) 17pts. Next Competition Wed 3rd Sept. HOME ALLIANCE COMPETITION FOR LADIES The home Alliance is open to all Lady members and consists of six competitions throughout the year as well as a final Captains Day. It is run in conjunction with the club competition and you opt to play either Tuesday or Saturday. Entry fee is €20 which must be paid on or before the first competition is played. Please put your name on the entry sheet in the Ladies Locker room before September 30 to make sure you do not miss out on this popular competition. PROGRESSIVE 45 We look forward to seeing all our card playing friends again on Thursday, 18th
September at 8.30pm. Come along and bring a friend- All are welcome. PRO SHOP Our resident Professional, David Hayes holds his end of season Sale starting on Friday, 5th September. David has plenty of special offers in clubs and equipment from all the leading brands as well as clothing and shoes. David offers professional advice as well as free custom fitting so come along and grab a bargain. JUNIOR NOTES With our juniors enjoying a fantastic day at Fernhill, we are currently in discussion with US Kids golf Company to host another day at Dungarvan Golf Club. Proposed date is the middle of September and we will keep you posted. And we have one event left in our Summer series with the hosting of the Ballinacourty Cup. This event will complete our Golfer of the Year with Daniel Raher enjoying the lead at the moment. Dates will be realeased shortly. Tuition for our beginners and PreJuniors continues next Saturday at 3pm under the watchful eye of Club professional David Hayes and ably assisted by Niamh Reynolds. Tuition is open to non members and all equipment is provided so bring a friend.
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Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS & FIXTURES Saturday 30th / Sunday, 31st August - 18 Holes. Singles Stableford sponsored by Deise Golf Dungarvan - 1st Noel McNamara (18) 42 pts; 2nd Marty Power (17) 41 pts; 3rd Dean Whelan (12) 39 pts L6. C.S.S. Sat 68, Sun 68. Captain’s Peter Whelan Prize to Juniors, the Ben McCarthy Memorial Cup - 1st Conor Bennett 38 pts; 2nd Aaron Whelan 35 pts; 3rd Mark Lynch 32 pts; 4th Ritchie Lynch 28 pts. Tuesday 25th - 18 Hole Stableford Junior Competition sponsored By Joe Curtin AA Fire Safety - 1st Conor Bennett 36 pts. Thursday Supervalu Open Qualifier Results - Frankie Corcorcan (17) 36 pts; Jack Ahern (19) 36 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday Bacon September 2nd at 5.45. p.m. Thursday 4th, Friday 5th, Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th Lismore Golf Club Annual Classic. 3 ball any combination Champagne Scramble 18 HOLES SINGLES STABLEFORD SPONSORED BY DEISE GOLF DUNGARVAN Noel McNamara won the Deise Golf 18 hole stableford with a fine round of 42 points. Noel had birdies on the 3rd and tricky 11th, Noel had the game he has been promising for a while, 20 pts going out and 22 on the back was solid, is his golf improving with his healthy beard? Saturday morning man Marty Power claimed second spot with 41 pts coming home in 21 pts which included a fine
birdie on the 13th. Cappoquin’s Dean Whelan continued his great run taking third spot with 39 pts with nothing worse than two points on the back nine winning on a countback from Shaun Power. MR. PETER WHELAN CAPTAIN’S PRIZE TO JUNIORS, THE BEN McCARTHY MEMORIAL CUP Saturday afternoon saw our junior boys take centre stage for their Captain’s Prize. No preparation was spared with our Head Grounds man Tony Keane giving the greens a fresh cut prior to the start of play. The course was in superb condition and with the recent rain, it played long. All summer long the hot junior golfer has been Conor Bennett and true to form he signed for an excellent 38 pts to win the Ben McCarthy Memorial cup (donated to the club by 2007 President Paul McCarthy). Conor played really sound golf and had three shots to spare over the Captains son Aaron Whelan who played excellent golf considering he has a broken finger. Third went to Mark Lynch who finished a couple clear to beat his twin brother Richie in fourth. The nine hole winners were up and coming stars Conor Howard and Tomás O’Miacháin who played high quality golf to beat Alex Fuller and Andrew McCarthy. You will hear a lot more of these talented lads and they have a bright future at golf. At the presentation of prizes Captain Peter Whelan thanked all involved in making the day a great success. He praised James Bennett, Anne Bennett, John McGrath, Tony Keane
West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343.E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Weekend Club Competition 18 Hole Sfd 30th/31st August. 1st Brian Foley (8) - 43 pts, 2nd. Luke Cummins (2) - 39 pts, Gross; Eoin Conway (4) - 34 pts, 3rd. Darragh Herlihy (5) 38 pts b9. CSS: Sat 36, Sun 37. Tuesday 9 Hole Tuesday Special – 26th August Cat. 1 Eddie Glavin (19) - 24 pts, 2nd Malcolm Ashby (20) 19 pts Cat. 2 Denis Conwa (11) 19 pts, 2nd Paul Carroll (17) 19 pts . Cat 3 Richard Ronayne (15) 16 pts 2nd David McGrath (18) - 16 pts Al Eile Open Gents Qualifier – Wednesday. 27th August 1st Jason Louch (21) - 38 pts CSS 35 pts SOCIETY RESULTS Bridge Bar GS, 1st Michael Mullane, 2nd Billy Walsh, 3rd Donal Foley. Cat 1 Liam Cooney. Cat 2 N Darmody. Best lady Shirley Ryan. BK2 Society 1st Jack French (20) - 36 pts, 2nd Timmy Murphy (14) - 34 pts, 3rd Colm O Connor (15) - 34
pts. Ardmore/Clashmore Society President’s Prize Mr. Maurice Hallahan 1st Terry O’Callaghan (19) - 40 pts, 2nd Maurice Hallahan (15) - 40 pts, 3rd Noel Conway (16) - 39 pts, 4th John McCarthy (13) - 38 pts, 5th John Quinn (14) - 37 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 2nd Sept– 9 hole Tuesday Special. Wednesday, 3rd Sept – Al Eile Open 18 hole Qualifier. Saturday 6th/7th September– Club Competition 18 hole stableford. Friday 12th SeptemberOpen Seniors. Book on line. GARY HURLEY UNBEATEN AS GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND WIN ST. ANDREW’S TROPHY The GB&I men’s team defeated the Continent of Europe 14-10 to win the biennial St. Andrew’s Trophy at Barseback in Sweden for the first time since 2008. Gary Hurley and Paul Dunne were unbeaten in singles and foursomes just as they were in Ireland’s Home
Lismore Golf Club Presidents's Prize presentation. Tim O'Leary Club President pictured presenting first prize to Pat Moore. Picture also includes, Damien Casey second, John Rumley third, Brendan Hannon Gross, Alf Barden fourth, Eamonn O'Shea Category one, Jim Cashman category three, Patrick Morrissey fifth, Ted Keniry past President, Frank Corcoran best veteran and Sean Daly category two with Patricia Lonergan Lady Captain and Peter Whelan club Captain. [Michael Kiely] and in particular Joe Curtin AA Fire Safety for his outstanding sponsorship. Special thanks to proud mum Ann Bennett who took the photos. Conor Bennett gave a fine comprehensive speech excepting the prize, (he gets it from mum and dad), it’s a pity some of the adult members didn’t hear him. Finally, on Sunday morning Ann Bennett had a fall and bad leg break. Thankfully James is available to cater for her every need and we all wish Ann a speedy recovery. LISMORE GOLF CLUB ANNUAL CLASSIC Next weekend sees our Annual Club Classic a three person team open Champagne Scramble. With over €1,200 worth of prizes the time sheet is filling up. Action begins on Thursday next the 4th running right through to Sunday, 7th September. It costs only €60 per team of 3. €10 per person to re-enter, with catering available if required. To book your preferred tee time contact President Tim O’Leary on (087) 3388188 or Anne Bennett in the
Clubhouse on (058) 54026. GOLFER OF THE YEAR With 6 of the 10 Golfer of the Year 2014 competitions played the man who has taken charge is John Rumley with 25 pts. He has featured in 4 of the 6, winning the Vice Presidents prize to make a very good start to the GOY competition. Alf Barden, Captain’s Prize winner with Denis Galvin and Brendan Hannon are second at present with 18 pts each, but all of them well capable of featuring well over the next 4 GOY games. For outsider bets, look to Patsy O’Donoghue 15 pts, John McGrath 14 pts and the ever improving Damien Casey 13 pts. Lurking in the heavy rough is Barry Rumley and Men’s Club Captain Peter Whelan, both with 12 pts. The four weekends left for Golfer of the Year events are of 13th/14th, 20th/21st and 27th/28th September and 4th/5th October, let battle commence. KELLEHER’S SUPERVALU QUALIFIER There are now only four
Thursday’s opportunities left to qualify for the Kelleher’s Supervalu Open Qualifier Final, so get your skates on. LADIES RESULTS Our full scramble including beginners held last week was won by Sheila Denn, Chrissie denn and Una Geary, well done all. Weather and roadworks halted the most interested ladies tracks this week and our weekly competition did not take place on Wednesday. There were some games played in the Club Championship however and in both singles and 4somes we are down to the final pairings. In the singles Sheila Denn had a good win over Mary Beecher in one semi with Mag Morrissey claiming the other spot wit a win over Esther Hornibrook in the other semi. In the 4somes Patricia Bolger McCarthy & Betty Daly overcame Hannah Lucas & Laoise Chonchubhair in the semi and they now face JoJo Tobin & Chrissie Denn in the final.
FIXTURES Sunday 31st and Wednesday 3rd - 18 Holes S/Ford - Kindly Sponsored by Graham Nagle Sunday 7th and Wednesday 10th - 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly sponsored by Lismore Vets. Wednesday 10th - 18 Holes S/Ford - Kindly Sponsored by Thomas Baldwin. Sunday 21st and Wednesday 24th - 18 Holes Stroke/GOY/Medal - Kindly Sponsored by Mrs. Bernie Glavin. September 1st – 30th Monthly ongoing, 9 hole stableford. CLUB CLASSIC The annual Club Classic goes ahead this Thursday 4th, Friday 5th, Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th - Any Combination 3 Person Champagne Scramble - €60 per Team. Plenty great prizes on offer including TV’s etc so get organising and invite your friends, family and fellow golfers to play ladies. DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Desperate housewives con-
tinues on Monday nights as usual. So any lady out there who is interested in giving golf a go or would like to see if it would suit them please come along on any Monday night at 6.30 p.m. to meet other like minded ladies and have some guidence and a laugh with a few more experienced ladies who will show you the ropes. SOCIAL MIXED There will no longer be social mixed on Friday evenings. LADIES OUTING Our annual ladies outing went ahead last weekend to the fabulous Mount Wolseley Golf Club. Everyone who travelled was full of praise for the venue and the weekend was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Winners of the scramble held on Sunday were Betty Joyce, Sheila O’Leary and Mary T.J. Murphy. Our thanks to Lady Captain Patricia Lonergan and her helpers for organising a memorable weekend.
Internationals victory. Gary’s next event will be the World Amateur Team Championship for the Eisenhower Trophy in Japan from September 1013th. SEAMUS POWER STILL TOPS MONEY LIST ON EGOLF TOUR Seamus maintained his good run of form by finishing tied 7th at the River Hills Championship last weekend. This takes his prize money past the $70,000 mark for this year, with three major events to come. BACK TO SCHOOL Junior Captain Aaron Crotty hosted his Captain’s Prize on Tuesday, 26th August. The juniors turned out in force and congratulations to Sean Lennon who captured first prize with a magnificent 45 points. It’s been a great summer for our juniors at West Waterford who took full advantage of the sunshine competing in competitions home and away. E Tour Professional Seamus Power and Irish senior Amateur International Gary Hurley, both took time out from their busy schedules to visit West Waterford and meet with our upcoming stars. We extend best wishes to all as they return to their studies. AL EILE QUALIFIER The grand final is scheduled for Sunday, 28th September. Wednesdays at West Waterford have been extremely popular throughout the sum-
mer. The good news is that there are still 5 Wednesdays remaining prior to the final. The loyalty discount is still available and if you fancy a challenging round in friendly surroundings come along and sample the West Waterford Welcome. Book online at www.westwaterfordgolf.com or ring the office at 058 43216. NEW LOOK TUESDAY SPECIAL A record entry on Tuesday last was testament to the popularity of this competition. The numbers have been increasing weekly and with prizes in 3 categories everyone is in with a chance of a prize. With the evenings drawing in we will continue with the 9 hole format and would reccomend that you tee off by 5.45 p.m. We are planning an end of season get together in September probably on a Saturday afternoon with golf and afters in the clubhouse. Keep an eye on this space for further details. CLUB FOURBALL FINAL Fintan Gee and Chris Clancy turned on the style to record a convincing victory over Des Cleary and Eddie Glavin in the final of our Club Fourball. CLUB COMPETITIONS With the Club Fourball now completed we ask those still involved in the singles and mixed competitions to complete the outstanding matches on schedule. AUTUMN OPEN WEEK The Autumn Open Week
runs from Tuesday 16th to Sunday, 21st September, 2014. We have a variety of events for ladies and gents featuring 9 hole, 13 hole and 18 hole individual and team competitions. Watch this space for full details in the coming weeks. This is another opportunity to come along and experience the renowned West Waterford Welcome. SUMMER CHALLENGE CUP Budds takes summer challenge. Seamus Budds holds off stiff oppposition from Killian O’Sullivan to win by 1pt after rounds of 41, 40, 42. Watch out “Gary Hurley”. Full table can be got on facebook www.westwaterfordgolf.com (F). September sees new event Indian Summer challenge for the month. Your 2 best 9 hole cards, 1 front 9 and 1 back 9 to count. JUNIOR NOTES Junior Captain’s Prize (Aaron Crotty) Competition – Tuesday, 26th August 1st Sean Lennon (31) - 45 pts, 2nd Eoin Conway (4) - 41 pts, 1st Gross Conor Morrissey (3) - 35 gross, 3rd Sergi Quinn (13) - 41 pts, 4th Jack Foley (12) - 38 pts, 5th Max Quinn (13) - 38 pts, 6th Niall Blackwell (23) - 37 pts, 7th Michael Hanlon (12) - 37 pts, 8th John Blackwell (14) - 37 pts, Best 36 Jack Ronayne 32 pts, Best 13 hole beginners Mark Blackwell 28 pts. Golfer of the year 2014: 1st Max Quinn 205 pts, 2nd Ciarán Power 205 pts, 3rd Maurice
Daly 201 pts, 4th Conor Ryan 194 pts and 5th Sergi Quinn 190 pts. Next Junior Competition Sunday, 7th September at 11.45 am. Junior Lessons commence on Saturdays, groups can be seen on junior notice board Ring Timmy 086 3521070.
28th August kindly sponsored by the Indian Ocean Restaurant – Marian Hilliard (25) 31 points (Back 9); San Power Culley (24) 31 points (Back 9). MNA EILE The final qualifier for the Mna Eile will take place on Thursday, 4th September. This is the last chance to qualify for the Grand Final on the 14th September with a first prize of a week-end in Mount Juliet. Also, don’t forget that, even if you have already qualified, there will be the monthly prize for 1st and 2nd prize winners. Next Sunday – 7th September – we will have “3 clubs in a Bag” 13 hole competition kindly sponsored by Mary Herlihy. Competition starts at 2 pm so just turn up at that time and teams will be organised. Also, the presentation of all outstanding prizes will be held immediately afterwards and all prize winners are asked to be there. Next week’s competition on Thursday, 11th September, will be 18 hole s/f and is kindly sponsored by Jane Casey Florist. COASTAL ALLIANCE The coastal alliance for 2014/’15 will commence on Thursday, 11th September, in Tramore GC. Please see full details on the notice board in ladies locker room.
WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB LADIES BERNIE TWOMEY MEMORIAL CUP On Sunday, 31st August, a large number of ladies turned out to play the Bernie Twomey Memorial Cup competition. Conditions on the day were lovely, and the course was in fabulous condition, with some good scores on the day. Derry Twomey presented the prizes that evening. During the presentation, many happy memories of Bernie were shared. Thanks Derry and family for your continued support of this competition. 1st Eithne Ashby (17) 41 points; 2nd Jean Conway (19) 39 points; Best Gross: Mary Lou Carroll (19) 17 gross; 3rd Geraldine Hickey (29) 38 points (Back 9). Cat. A – (0-23) Margaret O’Sullivan (23) 36 points. Cat. B – (24-29) Marie Curran (26) 38 points. Cat. C – (30-36) Stella Kinsella (33) 35 points. CSS – 38 points. BEGINNER’S PRIZE WAS WON BY NELL SUPEIL 18 holes played on 27th or
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Dungarvan United FC MATCH RESULTS 1A: Johnville 4; Dungarvan 4 1A: Dungarvan 2; Tramore 1 2A: Dungarvan 3; Carrick 2 3rd Div: Mooncoin 4; Dungarvan 1 Youth B: Dungarvan 3; Piltown 1 U-14A: Dungarvan 3; Tramore 4 U-12B: Dungarvan 4; Portlaw 0 U-16A: Villa 1; Dungarvan 4 U-11A: Dungarvan 1; Villa 4 U-13A: Dungarvan 1; Ferrybank 1 U-15A: Dungarvan V Villa – Cancelled MATCH FIXTURES 2A Crusaders V Dungarvan – Sat. 6th KO 2 pm 3rd Div Dungarvan United v Carrick United – Sun. 7th KO 11am Youth B St. Saviours V Dungarvan – Sun. 7th KO 2pm U-14A Villa V Dungarvan – Mon. 1st KO 6.45 pm U-14C Dungarvan V Ferrybank – Mon. 1st KO 6.15 pm U-12B MoonCoin V Dungarvan – Tues. 2nd KO 6.15pm U-16A Ballinroad V Dungarvan – Thur. 4th KO 6.15 pm U-16C Dungarvan V Railway Athletic – Thur. 4th KO 6.15pm U-11A Dungarvan V Ferrybank – Sat. 6th KO 10.00 am U-11E Dungarvan V Villa – Sat. 6th KO 11.30 am U-13A De la Salle V Dungarvan – Sat. 6th KO 12.30 pm U-15A Dungarvan V Ferrybank – Sat. 6th KO 2.30 pm FUNDRAISING – BAG PACK Our recent bag pack in Dunnes raised €320. We would like to extend a huge thanks to the Youth and ladies team players who packed for us and Managers Ben Wall and Craig Cowming for their support. Advance Notice: We have secured the coveted Christmas Bag Pack at Dunnes Stores for 22/23 December. This is possibly one of the main fundraisers we have throughout the year and we call upon all managers, coaches, players (over 16), parents, club members and supporters to help. Sparing just an hour will make a difference and make the load lighter for others. Your support as always is appreciated. Full details nearer the time. SCHOOLBOY GOALKEEPER TRAINING Michael Walsh is one of Dungarvan Utd's Junior League goalkeepers and will start his goalkeeper training sessions this coming Wednesday on the side pitch 5.30-6.30 p.m. This session is open to all club goalkeepers under the age of 16 at €2 per week. We would urge all our goalies to take advantage of Michael’s knowledge, playing for 14 years, he played for Waterford all the way up to youths. He has been capped for Ireland 18 times for football
and twice for futsal. DUNGARVAN UNITED 1st DIVISION NEWS Great home win against Tramore on Sunday morning last. After falling a goal down, We came back to win 2-1. Two goals from Mark Ferncombe gives us a good start to the season. We have 7 points from a possible 9. Training continues every Tuesday and Thursday night at 8 p.m. New players are always welcome contact manager Stan Cummins on 087 918 5871 for any information. DUNGARVAN UNITED 2nd DIVISION NEWS A very good performance by our second divison side last weekend with a scoreline of 3-2 to Dungarvan over Carrick. Two goals from Mikey Byrne. Our squad: Michael Walsh, Aidan Connelly, Barry Hamilton, Alan Sheil, Jack Marriott, Karl Duggan, Nathan Burke, Shaun Fehilly, Sean Hyslop, Mikey Byrne, Jason Rio, Subs: Christopher Mansfield, Darragh Power, Willie Raher, Stephen Raher, Craig O’Connor and Ben Ducey. Training continues tues/thurs at 7 p.m. also any outstanding registration monies to be paid asap. Away to Crusaders next Saturday, 6th September, kick-off 2 p.m. It was great to see so many out to support us. Training continues each Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. Anyone who is interested in playing 2A for Dungarvan United for the coming season, contact team manager Robert Drummey on 087 7717522. DUNGARVAN UNITED 3rd DIVISION NOTES Anyone interested in playing 3rd division or for any further details contact team manager Ger Murphy on 0876834289. Reminder everyone should have their membership sorted. GIRLS U-14 We are delighted to have an U-14 schoolgirls team again this season, training has got off to a great start last week. If you are born in 2001 2002, 2003 and would like to play football for Dungarvan United Girls, please contact Manager Megan Kiley on 087 389 1249. The Management Committee are delighted to have Megan on board as a manager, a current Dungarvan United Ladies Player/Coach, Megan recently spent the last year undertaking her FETAC level 5 in Sports and Recreation as part of the FAI Project Futsal. The team will be assisted by Stacey Keohan and Mick Kiely. Training this week is Thursday 4.30-5.30. Dont forget €2. KIRBY SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS CLASS SCHEDULE 2014/15 We are delighted to welcome Edgar Kirby of Kirby School of performing Arts into Kilrush Park. He will use our clubhouse as his studio this term. LOTTO DRAW Nobody with the first three numbers drawn in the national lottery this week. €100 winner Fishy O’Rourke. Next week’s Jackpot €3,900. Please make sure that the lotto is handed to Christy before the lotto draw
on a Saturday evening we cannot accept it after 8 pm. If the jackpot is not won we will draw the €100 winner on a Monday evening at 7.30 pm. 3rd DIVISION LEAGUE Dungarvan 1; Mooncoin 4 Dungarvan played away to Mooncoin Celtic last Saturday and knew they had a right game on their hands, Mooncoin came 2nd last season in this division and with Dungarvan being new to this league, we knew this game was one of the tougher ones. Dungarvan made a good account of themselves in the opening game against Seaview with a 2-1 win. We did look comfortable and the better team for the first 15 minutes when, first attack for Dungarvan was Craig Shead running down the line and he beat the left back and left him behind, the left back didn’t like this and went to take him out. He just barely got a touch and Craig got it over to Michael Buckley who’s shot just went wide. The left back was booked for the mental tackle, Dungarvan kept going at Mooncoin and Mooncoin knowing how to play each other put through a nice ball from distance and the striker finished it nicely, Mooncoin settled down then and looked like a strong team, Deane Guiry making some fantastic saves and Jamie Meehan making some crucial tackles and winning all them as clean as a whistle kept us in at half-time when we went in at 1-0. The 2nd half clear and honest team talk from Manger Ger Murphy and we went back out, we got hold of the ball and kept it, moved it around and played nice ball for the opening 10 minutes of the second half. A brilliant through ball from captain Trevor Walsh to Craig Shead put the centre back under pressure and he threw up his hand and ref blew for hand ball, Darren Wise knew what was going on when manager Ger had a trick to show and it prevailed, one we can’t speak of or else it may never work again. So Darren stood up and put it away tidily into the corner, 1-1. Mooncoin were rattled, and didn’t like it, they argued amongst each other and ref even gave an indirect free kick to Dungarvan and booked another lad for the abuse they gave each other. Dungarvan kept concentrating on the game and kept pushing Mooncoin, Martin Carroll looked like a lad destined to score with the effort he put in and the chances he created and on this day it wasn’t to be but sadly a big hoof down the pitch to the Mooncoin striker broke and made it 2-1. Dungarvan didn’t give up and had a few chances to level it. Ian Duggan came on and had one or two chances to level it, a fine header from Ian was saved by the keeper. Ger on the line wanted to bring on a fresh pair of legs and Will came on and broke down a lot of play and brought a lot more to the game when he came on. Ciaran Dee was brought on and he made a good impact. With nothing left in it in time, it
was Mooncoin getting the break and making it 3-1. That was it for that evening but a good warm down and a good chat and the players knew what was needed to be worked on and they go again next Sunday playing Carrick at home at 11 am kick-off. U-16A LEAGUE Villa 1; Dungarvan 4 We travelled away to Villa last Thursday and started our league with a good pre-season behind us with games against Ferreybank, Mallow home and away, Clonmel and Granville Rangers from Limerick. We started the game with a team that would scare most teams in the league. New keeper Josh Kay in goal was one lad no one likes to go one on one with, his distribution of the ball in every game is fantastic and looking like a serious asset to this Dungarvan side. Backline was very strong with Shane Crotty, Jason Moore, Gary Crotty and Rory Donovan fighting tooth and nail for the opening game for a win! Midfielders were Dylan Murphy, Rian Winfield, Garry Donnelly and George Wangari. With pace on the wings and two centre midfielders knowing how to use the ball to the wingers advantage time and time again the wingers attacked the opposition back 4. Dylan Swales and Adam Finn upfront did all the damage on that evening. A driven ball from Gary Donnelly from out wide of the pitch found Dylan Swales and he smashed home a volley. The build-up play was fantastic and was brilliant to see the passing drills come into effect for our possession of the game was much better than the oposition. Adam Finn soon after the first goal made it 2-0 when he received a through ball from George Wangari and slotted it home nicely. It was 15 minutes in and the Blues were 2-0 up and still wanting more and more. They chased down every ball, played fantastic football moving the ball all over the park and creating as many chances as possible. We had a few chances to show we can use our set pieces with super corners in from Adam Finn and Gary Donnelly one header hitting the post, 35 minutes in and we are still 2-0 Villa got on to the ball and with a tidy few passes made an attack, Jason Moore came to meet the striker and the striker you could say raised his knee in the challenge and touched a soft spot for all young men, Jason went down and the ref said play on. Villa came one on one with Josh and sadly, Josh was beaten with a lovely finish from the villa player. Soon after our left back Rory Donovan got a right nasty injury to his knee and it paused the game for some length thankfully, it wasn’t as bad as it looked and he is ok, few weeks out and all the lads wish him the best recovery. Just before half-time and Dungarvan got a free kick from at least 35 yards out. Dylan Swales was told from the line to have a smash at it and good
god did he, It flew straight into the top corner, serious goal from a lad blooming with confidence. Half-time was up and after a good team talk we went back out ready to go, repetitively in the dressing room you heard same effort same plan, and it was, Dungarvan never stopped attacking Villa and Swales missed a few chances to finish the hat-trick he deserved, Sean O Laoire coming in and breaking down play and offloading a super ball to Adam Finn and the lad finished it brilliantly! Adam Clarke and Danny Reynolds both came on at 4-1 up and created a few chances and both lads were just unlucky once or twice themselves when shooting at goal. Kian Cliff stepped in for Josh Kay who got a serious applause from away and home supporters for such a brilliant game. Kian made two fine saves in the goal and looked really sharp and ready in between the posts!! All in all a brilliant day for this u-16A side and a brilliant start. We now go and play local team Ballinroad in Ballinroad on Thursday evening at 6.45 p.m. all support welcome. DUNGARVAN U-12A 4; PORTLAW A 0 The first league match of the season was played on Tuesday, 26th August at Killrush. Dungarvan dominated the match from the start with plenty of chances. Despite this they were unable to find the first goal. The teams were tied at the break. In the second half Dungarvan continued to dominate and they got the break through with a great goal from new foward Sam Uniacke. Soon after, Dungarvan added two more again from Sam Uniacke and Dungarvan stayed on top of the game. A great free kick from the edge of the box from Michael Power wrapped up the game. A great start to the season from the under 12's. Man of match Sam Uniacke and a great team performance. UNDER 11 A LEAGUE Dungarvan 1; Villa FC 4. We entertained Villa FC on Saturday. This was this side’s first outing as U-11 team and under new management it was to be a learning curve as well as a squad. We started the game brightly and took a deserved lead when Eoin Kelly found the bottom corner with a well taken shot, shortly afterwards we conceded a soft goal after a corner 1-1 at half-time. We started the second half well again creating a couple of chances with Cameron Ashruf the focal point of the attacks. Unfortunately, towards the end of the game we conceded 3 goals but that was due to tiredness settling in and changes from bench upsetting our flow. But all in all, a good start and if we try some things in training we will be able to hold our own in this league. The squad has great potential and are hard working, so a good foundation to work on. Training on Wednesday at 4.45 p.m.
Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 14 KILMAC 1; PILTOWN 1. Our first day out and not a bad result, we came into it cold without any preseason friendlies. We started well with plenty of early pressure and were unlucky not to score on a number of occasions, Piltown showed their experience and duly took the one chance they got scoring from a free just before halftime. That knocked us back a bit but we regrouped and continued to press in the second half. The introduction of Alan Dunwoody, Alan Mulcahy and Louis Power either side of half-time had the desired effect and after some good link play between subs Alan, Louie and Jack Halley. Jack beat the keeper from close range to level the score. Declan Keane came in late on and acquitted himself well. Team: Ben, Patrick, Dan, Tommy, Aidan, Luke, Jack, Michael, Philip, Ravidas, Louis, Alan Dun, Alan Mul, Louie P, Declan, Jack Wickham, Natan and Packie. Finally, I would like to thank both David Leane and Garry Coade for their recent sessions with our panel, they were much appreciated UNDER 12 RAILWAY 2; KILMAC 5. Our first game of the season brought the right result as we ran out winners in Cappoquin. We started brightly and went 2-0 up but Railway fought back and levelled 5 minutes before halftime. We took the lead soon afterwards and went in 3-2 at the break. We held our shape well in the second half and added two more. We face some very tough games in this league and will have to be at our best every game. Well done lads.
UNDER 11 KILMAC 2; BALLINROAD 1. A good start to the new season for the young boys we played some good football and it was very pleasing to see all players give their all. We struggled to beat their keeper in the first half but in the second some changes brought the right result. Ballinroad took the lead before a good goal from Alex drew us level. Five minutes from time we took the lead through a good goal from Adam. UNDER 13 KILMAC 0; ST. PAUL’S 6. In our opening game things did not go as we had hoped as we were outpaced by St. Paul's and did not have any luck in front of goal. We were not short of chances but just could not do what Paul's were doing in front of our goal. UNDER 15 KILMACOW 4; KILMAC 3. We took time to settle down and were three goals down at half time, full credit to the boys who never gave in and deserved at least a draw from this game. DIVISION 2A BALLINROAD 2; KILMAC 4. A tremendous performance from ten men who were for a man dead on their feet at full time. We went one down after 5 minutes then Eoin struck to bring us level. The home side struck again on 28 minutes with the help of a fierce deflection. Eoin again struck on 36 minutes and we went in level at the break. A fantastic second half saw Eoin complete his hat-trick and Martin Sutton added a fourth to complete the rout. Maximum points sees us on top of the league after two games.
Stradbally FC Stradbally 4; St. Joseph’s 3. STRADBALLY collected three more points with a 4-3 victory over St. Joseph’s on Saturday. Two early goals from in form striker Rob Finn and goal line clearances from Pa Collins and Damian Sheehan left it 2-0 at halftime. After the break Rob Finn doubled his, and Stradbally’s tally. Stuart Fee and Ger Crowley the providers respectively. A comfortable win seemed imminent, but three late goals, including two penalties of the debatable variety, for St Josephs ensured a nervous finish. Team: Pa Collins, Damian Sheehan, Nicky Connors, Alan D'arcy, Ricky O'Connell, Emmet Cummins, Stuart Fee, T. J. Fitzgerald, Stephen Lawlor, Ger Crowley, Rob Finn. Sub: Maurice Sweeney. Away game this Saturday versus De La Salle. Kick-off
4.15 p.m. The under 13 side went down 4-2 to a strong Tramore side. Early spurned chances proved costly as the visitors settled into a rhythm. Team: Eoin Fitzgerald, James Gough, Dylan Clancy, John McArthur, Kyle Preston, Mikey Mullaney, Daragh Walsh, Conor Power, Barry O'Brien, Daragh Farrell. Under 11’s travelled to Villa, but registered a 4-1 defeat. Rory Fennell was the goalscorer. Team: Conor Fennell, Tommy Fennell, Rory Fennell, Dara Quinn, Will Cowman, Ultan McCusker, Michael O'Brien, Oran Grant, Jack Quinlan. LOTTO Draw this Sunday night is in O'Mahony’s, Durrow. Jackpot is now €1,800. Tickets from all local shops and pubs, as well as regular promoters. Be in to win.
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Ballinroad FC JERSEY AND TRAINING TOP SPONSORSHIP All at Ballinroad AFC would like to express our extreme gratitude to Ger Duhig and Johnny Curran of Cleanzone Technology Ltd. and Deirdre Hanley and Jim Moroney of Maguire’s Bar and Restaurant for their recent sponsorship. We would encourage all club members to support these businesses in any way possible in the future. BALLINROAD LOTTO – NOW AT €8,100!!! As most of you know Ballinroad have received a grant to proceed with the construction of a much needed Astro-Turf facility. There is still a way to go money wise and with the Ballinroad lotto standing at €8,100 we would encourage all members and supporters to support us in any way possible. Tickets can be bought off any committee member and from Lord Maguire’s Bar. 1B LEAGUE Villa 2; Ballinroad 1 On Tuesday last, our 1B side made the trip to Villa in search of 3 points to kickstart their season. Ballinroad were forced into four changes due to people being unavailable for the evening kick off. Villa started brightly however and attacked Ballinroad continuously down the right hand side in the opening 20 minutes and were lucky not to go one down but Corcoran was equal to them in the Ballinroad goal. Gradually, Ballinroad got into the swing of things with James Coade, James Kennedy and Damien Dee attacking the Villa defence with pace, however we failed to convert chances on a couple of occasions and the half ended 0-0. Just after the break Ballinroad were caught napping when Villa took the lead against the run of play. Ballinroad continued to press hard in the second half but the ball would just not go in despite the efforts of Micheál O’Neill and Michael Sweeney up front. Ballinroad were then forced into three substitutions when James Kennedy, Owen O’Donnell and Damien Dee could play no further part. Villa doubled their lead on 70 minutes when they scored from an excellent counter attack and Ballinroad were caught out at the back. Ballinroad pulled one back with five minutes to go when striker Michael Sweeney cut in from the right hand side and slotted the ball into the corner of the net. It was all but too late for Ballinroad however and the game ended 2-1 to the home side. YOUTHS Ballinroad 7; St. Saviours 0 We played our third game of the season at home last Friday against St. Saviour’s! The game started even enough for first 15 minutes but our lads got into their stride and got the first goal on the 18th minute! Throw-in from the right by
Mulvihill, which wasn't cleared properly by away defense, came to Looby outside the 18 yard box and coolly with his left, curled into top left hand corner leaving the keeper standing! 1-0 Our second came 5 minutes later, Looby taken down about 20 yards out in the middle of the goal!! Looby stepped up and finished it into the bottom right hand corner, 2-0. The game was played at a good tempo by both sides and Ballinroad’s defense was rarely attacked from good work from midfield and tight back line!! St. Saviours couldn't find the space passed midfield but kept pushing forward. First half finished 2-0. Ballinroad kicked on in 2nd half and scored within 2 minutes with great ball put through by Sweeney to M. O’Neill who chipped the ball over the keeper to make it 3-0. Five mins after the 3rd goal, our 4th goal came! Great work in midfield by Looby and R. O’Neill. O'Neill passed out to the right to Mulvihill who crossed beautifully to Sweeney who dummied for Mulligan who hit ball in half volley into far corner, very well worked ball! 4-0 The game had to be stopped in the 70th minute when a collision between Mulvihill and St. Saviours player ended up in Mark dislocating his knee! Game was stopped for about 5 minutes or more due to the injury!! Get well soon Mark! The 5th goal came in the 80th minute, great play down the right, great ball by Sweeney in M. O’Neill and coolly finished by Michael!! 5-0. The sixth came 3 minutes later, another assist from Sweeney who works tirelessly for the team, chipped an excellent ball into Whelan who slotted passed keeper to make it 6-0! On the 88th minute, M. O’Neill got his hat-trick! Great work from the back, into Looby who passed into Sweeney, who chipped into Michael and finished well to cap off a great evening! 7-0. Well done to the whole squad from keeper to the players on the bench! Team: K. Dwane, C. Dwyer, C. Brennan, P. Quealy, A. Fitzgerald, D. Looby, R. O’Neill, B. Mulligan, M. Mulvihill, Ml Sweeney, Ml. O’Neill. Subs: Eoin Kiely, J. Beresford, T. Collins, M. Boland, T. Fagan, D. Curran, Ml. O’Riordan, G. Joyce M. Whelan, A. Beresford. BALLINROAD U13'S GET OFF TO A WINNING START In our first league game of the U-13B league season we recorded a home win over Park Rangers by 2 goals to 1. Because of holidays and other sporting commitments we started this game with very little training and no preseason friendlies behind us, this made the victory all the sweeter. We started the game fairly sluggish and took us a while
to get up to the pace of a very good Park Rangers team. After some good play in midfield by Eoin Flynn and Steven Lake, the ball reached D. J. Kiely who played a great ball through to Alec Norris and he rounded the keeper to finish a brillant move and put us 1 nil up after 15 mins. We held this lead till halftime and created a few openings but couldn’t break their defence down and only for some great work in the back line by Colin Foley, Jack Riordan and Niall Buckley we could have went in a goal behind. We started the second half a lot better and sharper and with the introduction of James Cowler making his debut we started to create more chances and was only a matter of time till James beat 3 players on the wing, crossed the ball and left the simplest of tap ins for Tadhg Collins to put us 2 up. Then, Ben Donovan had a over head kick cleared off the line and only for their goalie making a brilliant save off Ben’s penalty we could have being 3 up. At this point with 45 minutes played and 2 goals up to got too relaxed and left Park Rangers back into the game. They scored a great goal to make it a one goal game and had all the ball for the last 15 minutes. Only for some great saves by our keeper Sean O’Sullivan and great work tracking back by Frankie Kavanagh De Paor, Rian Hogan and tackles by Tony Dwyer we could of very easily lost our lead. We just about held on, learned a few lessons that will make us stronger and after one game we have bagged our first 3 points. We have Daire Slevin to come onto the panel and are working very hard to get in a new defender before the transfer window closes. Panel on the day was Sean O’Sullivan, Niall Buckley, Colin Foley, Jack Riordan, Rian Hogan, Stephen Lake, Eoin Flynn, Alec Norris, D. J. Kiely (capt) Tony Dwyer, Frankie Kavanagh De Paor, Tadhg Collins, James Cowler and Ben O’Donovan. BALLINROAD U12 A SECURE 3 POINTS FROM FIRST GAME OF NEW SEASON Our Ballinroad under 12 A team started their 2014/2015 season by securing all three points against a gallant Johnville team last Tuesday evening at Ballinroad. In an evening when a draw would have been a fair result, the Ballinroad defence was much the busier and sterling work from all defenders and goalie managed to keep the visitors at bay. Ballinroad were not found wanting and battled strongly ’till the very end and their resilience was rewarded when they secured the win 5 minutes before the end when the Johnville defence was breached with a well taken goal from David Byrne under the watchful eyes of coaches Mark Lenihan and Dixie Power,
Ballinroad will gain confidence and strength from this win and they now look forward to their next game away to Southend next Tuesday evening. The team was made up of:
Jack McGrath, Kevin Keohan, Seanie Lanigan, Rian Walsh, Seanie Lenihan, Darragh Veale, James Moloney, James Dunford, Tom O’Connell, David Byrne, Jack Mulligan, Joe Booth,
Joe Flynn, Adam Carroll Lawlor, William Beresford, Rian Hayes. U-11C LEAGUE KILMAC 2; BALLINROAD 1 The u11c had their first
league game away to Kilmac. They went ahead 1 nil at half time with a goal from Jack O’Donovan. But we lost 2-1. Great display from team made up from very young team.
New home jerseys being presented to Ballinroad chairman Vincent Tobin by Ger Duhig and Johnny Curran of Cleanzone Technology Ltd..
New training tops being presented to Ballinroad chairman Vincent Tobin and 1B manager Jason Duhig by Deirdre Hanley of Lord Maguires.
Manchester United Supporters Club (Waterford Branch) POOR START CONTINUES Another below par performance on Saturday saw two more points dropped at Turf Moor. United had over 60% possession but less shots in total and on target than Burnley and at the final whistle there could have been no real complaints about the result. The reaction to the opening few games has, in some quarters (online forums/social media mainly), been fairly severe with everything from Louis van Gaal's knowledge of football to new signing Angel Di Maria's usefulness being questioned. Most Reds I've been in contact with have been far more realistic about it. It has been one of the worst starts to a season in a while, and not making excuses but there were approx. 8-10 players unavailable so let's wait until van Gaal has a full
squad to choose from, for a sustained period of time before deciding whether or not he's up to the job. TRANSFER WINDOW CLOSES At the time of writing, two more players have been added since Angel Di Maria's arrival, Daley Blind from Ajax and Radamel Falcao a shock loan signing from Monaco. It's safe to say most fans are left feeling a combination of excitement and disappointment. Players of the calibre of Di Maria and Falcao have to be welcomed but the hoped-for central midfielder and/or centre half signings have not materialised leaving the spine of the team in dire need of strengthening as previously mentioned in these notes. Again though, let's wait until everyone is available and see what LVG has planned. Confirmed departures are
Shinji Kagawa who returns to Borussia Dortmund on a 4 year deal and Javier Hernandez who joins Real Madrid on a season-long loan. OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP The 2014-15 membership packs have begun arriving so everyone who joined/renewed will have their membership/stadium access cards soon. The category 'A' game allocation has been determined but other games will still be open for application, not least the group trip to Old Trafford v Burnley on Feb. 10th (subject to change) so there's still time to sign up or sort out your renewal. GET WELL SOON All in the branch send our best wishes to secretary Kevin Moore who is currently recuperating in U.H.W.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 5 September, 2014
Francis Connors wins at Dualla JUST a day after seeing his lead at the top of the Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix League cut to just four points, Waterford’s Francis Connors scored his sixth win of the 2014 series, at Dualla Show in Co. Tipperary aboard the gelding Oilean Uno. A brilliant clear round in 38.56 seconds was enough to give the reigning Munster champion the valuable 10 league points on offer with Karen McAnerney’s eight year-old Oilean Uno, who is by the stallion Le One out of a dam by Easy Lift. Just five of the 25 starters made it through to the jumpoff, with the time allowed playing a factor, as both Francis Connors with GRC Tadmus and William McDonnell riding Ballinagore Ice, finished the opening round with a single time fault each to leave them in sixth and seventh places respectively, while winners a day
earlier at Scariff, Seamus Hayes and Twister, were the fastest four-faulters from round one taking eighth place overall. Having finished in third place at the Scariff round in Co. Clare, Ethen Ahearne went one better at Dualla when finishing as runner up with the Greg Broderick owned Billy Cevelle when clear in 38.67 against the clock. Tipperary’s Seamus Hayes had collected all ten points when winning at Scariff to close the gap on Connors at the top of the table, but with “Fra” winning at Dualla, Hayes needed to finish in the top six to have any chance of lifting the league title at the final in Banteer later this month. The Fethard based rider did just that, taking third place with the Jerry Sweetnam owned Corphin when clear in 40.75. In fact Seamus Hayes
almost took victory in the jump-off with Chipolini VMZ, finishing one hundredth of a second faster than the winners time but agonizingly lowering one pole to finish fourth with the Tina McDermott owned son of Cassini II. Colligan’s Peter Moloney also made it through to the second round with Ballyconnery Wood but two fences on the floor saw them finish fifth. After 14 thrilling rounds of jumping spread across the province, the Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix
league now heads to Banteer Gymkhana at Curraheen in Cork for the final round of the series on Sunday, 14th September, with the overall honours still hanging in the balance. Francis Connors looks favourite to retain his title as he tops the league table on 93 points, however his long time rival Seamus Hayes is lurking just seven points behind in second place, while the battle for third and fourth places looks to be between Liam O’Meara and Peter Moloney.
CONNOLLY’S RED MILLS MUNSTER GRAND PRIX LEAGUE - ROUND 14 DUALLA SHOW CO. TIPPERARY 31/08/2014 1. Francis Connors/Oilean Uno 0/0 38.56 2. Ethen Aherne/Billy Cevelle 0/0 38.67 3. Seamus Hayes/Corphin 0/0 40.75 4. Seamus Hayes/Chipolini VMZ 0/4 38.55 5. Peter Moloney/Ballyconnery Wood 0/8 45.20 6. Francis Connors/GRC Tadmus 1/ 78.72 7. William McDonnell/Ballinagore Ice 1/78.78 8. Seamus Hayes/Twister 0/4 72.86 25 Starters 5 Into Jump-off
Causeway Bowls Club HIDDEN HEARING SOUTHERN LEAGUE THE Causeway Bowls Club paid a visit to the Rosslare bowls club for their final fixture of the season on Sunday, 24th August. The games started off well; in dry but overcast weather, however this soon changed to a dismal afternoon of per-
sistent rain. There are no excuses being offered here but after losing the first two games it looked as if we would win the third as we had two shots holding the winning position on the last end. Unfortunately, no one told the Rosslare captain who with his final bowl drew the
shot to win the end and match by 18 points to 17. This has been our first year playing in the league and we feel certain that next year we shall return with new vigour and determination to improve the quality of our game and achieve more positive results. If you, our readers, wish to
join in the sport of bowls do come down to our club in Dungarvan and have a go. It's a game suitable for all ages and you will enjoy a sociable atmosphere. Anyone wishing to play or requiring further information may call – Celia Gaffney on 0878219218 or Geoff Palmer on 0879051471.
West Waterford Autograss Club
Nicky Hannigan and Sheila Oakham Memorial Race Weekend “SUPER AUTOGRASS WEEKEND” SEPTEMBER 6th & 7th FOR years the Nicky Hannigan and Sheila Oakham Memorial Day had in the Autograss become known as Super Sunday and was usually ran in August because they are some of the most sought after trophies that people can win. But after the club not having an August race date this year and our All-Ireland round and The Avondhu Motor factors and Lismore House Hotel “Irish Fastest Person on Grass” weekend being
scheduled in June the club felt that it would fitting to run these on the Club’s now traditional September weekend. This also meant that drivers can get plenty of racing in with 3 heats on Saturday and 2 heats plus the finals on the Sunday, something that is very important to the Sponsors of the Nicky Hannigan Memorial Trophies; Tommy, Sham and Henry as they like Nicky did believe in good hard fought out (but very fair) racing and loads of it. So hence we end up with the very first “Super
Autograss Weekend”. So if you want to see some of the best of what Autograss has to offer and I am sure there will be plenty of excitement, thrills and with these undoubtedly spills the place to head on Saturday and Sunday, September 6th and 7th is Ballysaggart, Lismore, Co. Waterford. Check out www.westwaterfordautograss.com for more details or visit us on Facebook. The Nicky Hannigan Perpetual Cup and trophies are run for the Men’s and Ladies Classes with points
gathered in all your races. Trophies are given out on a class basis with the top 3 in the points in each class receiving the trophies and the Perpetual Cup going to the person with the most points overall. The Sheila Oakham Perpetual Shield and Trophies are run for the Juniors of which there are 3 classes and again trophies are given out on a class basis with the top 3 in the points in each class receiving the trophies and the Perpetual Shield going to the person with the most points overall.
Cait Mulcahy and Paddy Lawlor in Fermoy Pitch and Putt Club.
Breda O'Donnell and Aiden O'Rourke in Fermoy Pitch & Putt Club
Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club Pub League THIS year, for the first time, we have held a pitch and putt pub league. We have had a great response to this new venture. There has been a total of 20 teams playing. We are now at the knockout stages of this competition, the draw is as follows: Enterprise v. Dillon’s A; West Waterford Golf v. Anchor B; John Keane’s B v. The Moorings; The Gold Coast v. Minnies A; John Keane’s A v. Waterford A.C.; Lady Belle v. Dillon’s B; Murray’s Ring v. Minnies B; The Cove Bar v. Anchor A. Games to be played by Thursday evening. Good luck to you all. MUNSTER SCHOOLS COMPETITION The Cunnigar Pitch and Putt Club are hosting the finals of the Munster Schools Competition, so get your teams ready. This consists of teams of 3, one person on each team must be affiliated to the P.P.U.I., the qualifying rounds are on the 2nd October, and the Finals are on Friday, 10th October. All entries must be returned to the Cunnigar Pitch and Putt Club by Monday, 15th September. If you would like to represent your school in this competition contact Corinne McGee for more details. JUVENILES COMPETITIONS Our next Juvenile Competition will be on the 21st September to give you all a chance to get back into school. All juveniles are invited to play in Corinne's Chairperson’s Day on the 14th September between 10.00 a.m. – 12 noon, €5 to play in this competition. Also get your teams ready for the Munster Schools Competition.
MUNSTER MIXED FOURSOMES On a glorious morning in Fermoy we had 2 qualifying teams in the Munster Mixed Foursomes, Cait Mulcahy and Paddy Lawlor also Breda O'Donnell and Aiden O'Rourke were our representatives. Both pairings acquitted themselves very well, with Breda and Aiden in the top 5 and Cait and Paddy not far behind. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 6th September – Charity day for Williams Syndrome, tee off at 1.30 p.m. 14th September – Corinne's Chairperson’s Day, tee off between 10.00 a.m. – 12 noon. 17th September – The Hospice Coffee Morning in the Clubhouse. 28th September – Our Scratch Cup 26th October – William Browne’s President’s Day. WEDNESDAY GAME Names to be in for 10.00 a.m., tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Kathleen Foran, Phylis McCabe. Gross: Maura Ryan, Lorraine Troy. Monday and Thursday Games have now finished for this year. SATURDAY GAME Saturday games names in by 1.30 p.m., tee off 2.00 p.m. Winners this week were – Nett: Eileen Mangan, Aiden Murray. Gross: Marie Forde, Patsy Hackett. HOLE IN ONE This year we are having a prize for the most hole in ones during the season. These must be in a Club competition at the Cunnigar Pitch and Putt and cards must be verified by the tournament committee. To date Patsy Hackett and Paddy Noonan, John Carroll, Michael Havens (2), Liam Simms (2), Richard O'Leary, Ivan Fitzgerald and John Foley have each got one in
competition. Ladies to date are Breda O'Donnell and Sadie Ui Mhiachain, Lorraine Troy, Breda Foley (2), Margaret Shanahan and Maureen Power. FUNDRAISER Monica Walsh kindly knitted a beautiful doll with buggy as a fundraiser for the Club. The winning name of the doll was Louise, the lucky winner was Neasa Sullivan. We would like to thank Monica for the donation of the doll and all who bought names. We would like to thank Fraher Plant and Tool Hire for the use of their Bob Cat machine. This gesture was greatly appreciated. BONUS NUMBER Bonus number this week is 38. There was no winner this week. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens. It takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. If anyone has an hour or two to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? You may not tee off until the players in front have finished play on the green and walked off the green. All monies must be paid before names are sent to P.P.U.I. for competitions. MEMBERSHIP FEES Membership fees are now due and can be given to any committee member. Family €150; Adult €80; Over 60 €50; Juvenile €45; Life members €30 euro. GREEN FEES Adults €5; Juveniles €3; Hire of clubs €2. Club jumpers, tee shirts and caps are for sale in clubhouse.
Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club Robin Dawson is the latest winner of the Park Hotel Sports star awards as the talented golfer was chosen as the July winner. The 18 year old was the youngest member of the Munster team who won the Interprovincial title while he also helped Ireland regain the home International title with victory in Wales. It's the second time Robin has won a monthly award: It's been a busy summer for Robin as he was part of the five man team that helped Tramore win the Munster final in the Irish Senior cup a fortnight ago. Rob aslo celebrated his Leaving Cert results with the news that he's qulaified for a scholarship to study business in Maynooth. Before he's starts college, he's anxious to bring another pennant to Tramore Golf club. Robin Dawson is the winner of the Park Hotel July Sportstar Award. Rachid Oulajja, Manager Park Hotel presents the July Sportstar Award to Robin Dawson. Included is Robins dad, John Dawson; grandfather Geoff Power and adjudicators Kieran O'Connor and John O'Connor. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
JUNIOR HOCKEY Training starts this week for the junior hockey girls. Under 14's start this Friday Sept 5th at 4.15 -5.30 p.m. in the Friary. Under 10's and Under 14's start this Saturday Sept 6th at 9.15 -10.30 am. Under 16's start this Saturday at 10.30 - 11.30 am.
All new and old players from ages 7 - 15 are welcome. Spare sticks are available if you want to come out and have a go! All players must have gum shields and shin guards. Parents are asked to drop and collect players at the gate as cars are not permitted
inside. SENIOR HOCKEY Training continues this Tuesday and Thursday. Must be at Friary pitch for 6.45 pm. Training starts at 7 pm sharp!!! Please have gum shields and shin guards. All new, old and present players welcome.
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Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures
Irish Champions weekend handicap entries impress
Gowran Park – Wednesday, 3rd September (First Race 4.30) Laytown – Thursday, 4th September (First Race 2.35) Kilbeggan – Friday, 5th September (First Race 4.25) Navan – Saturday, 6th September (First Race 2.35) Dundalk – Sunday, 7th September (Frist Race 2.20)
Fosters Cross adds to Galway Summer success FOSTERS Cross was very much the star on show at Ballinrobe on Tuesday where he added to his Galway Festival success in the Donal Downes Water Towers Chase. Davy Russell guided Tom Mullins’ admirable 12-year-old to a twoand-a-half length win. Willie Mullins was also among the winners as his Rough Justice made a winning start over fences in the beginners chase. Listowel is the target for Back Off Mate who ran out a narrow winner of the handicap chase for Arthur Moore and David Casey while the Norman Lee-trained Survival could turn out again at the three-day meeting at Galway after his win in the finale/
Bellewstown double for talented Downey EDDIE Lynam’s apprentice Robbie Downey enjoyed his trip to Bellewstown on Wednesday where he was successful on two outside rides. He won the nursery handicap on the Willie McCreery-trained No Fear who prevailed in a blanket finish and followed up on Harry Rogers’ Calm Bay who put plenty of daylight between himself and his rivals in the sprint handicap. Conor Hoban rode a winner for his boss Michael Halford when Ebadani readily won the 12f handicap and another youngster to score was Colin Keane who won the opening maiden on Havanna Belle, trained by Pat Martin. Willie Mullins teamed up with his nephew David to win the qualified riders race with the talented Lucky Bridle.
McGarvey rides first winner for Aidan O’Brien COLERAINE conditional rider Jody McGarvey made his first ride for Aidan O’Brien a winning one when landing the 2m hurdle on Plinth at Cork on Sunday. The four-year-old was two lengths too good for The Plan Man and looks like one to follow. The Henry de Bromhead-trained Darwins Fox upset favourite The Game Changer to win the 2m 2f rated hurdle under Andrew Lynch. Favourite backers enjoyed better luck in the bumper which was won in gutsy fashion by newcomer Valerian Bridge, trained by Willie Mullins and ridden by his son Patrick. Memories of Milan won the Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Hurdle for trainer John Queally. Ridden by nineteen year old Ricky Doyle, he produced the Be My Rainbow gelding after the second last to stay on well to beat Illtakeitfromhere.
Chicquita set to return on Irish Champions Weekend CHICQUITA, the €6 million record breaking filly, could have her first start for trainer Aidan O’Brien in the Group 2 Moyglare Jewels Blandford Stakes at the Curragh on Irish Champions Weekend. She has not been seen since winning the Irish Oaks for Alain de Royer-Dupre but is on target to join a host of Ballydoyle stars over the two days. Chicquita was the most expensive horse bought at auction in Ireland when sold a Goffs last year.
Pictured in the winners’ enclosure at Down Royal Racecourse on Friday last after Storm Away, trained by Pat Flynn, won the Irwins Bakeries Mares Maiden Hurdle for the Camphor Syndicate. Tomás Carroll, Liam Carroll, Eoin Norris and jockey Davy Russell. [Healy Racing]
Curragh Group 3 wins for Lyons and Weld GER Lyons and Dermot Weld shared the honours at the Curragh on Sunday where they each enjoyed Group 3 success. Lyons was first up when his Cappella Sansevero won the Nestle Supporting Irish Autism Action Round Tower Stakes. With Andrea Atzeni in the plate, the brilliantly consistent two-yearold scored a ready success from Rapid Applause and now heads to the Middle Park Stakes. Carla Bianca will be staying a little closer to home after her success in the Xtravision & HMV Supporting Irish Autism Action Dance Design Stakes. The Moyglare Jewels Blandford Stakes on Irish Champions
Weekend is the likely target for the winner who proved too good for the Eddie Lynamtrained Pearl Of Africa. Gavin Cromwell landed the biggest success of his career when Sretaw ended a run of six consecutive seconds to win the Irish Cambridgeshire. Wayne Lordan rounded off a good week on the five-year-old who now heads for the seven furlong premier handicap at Leopardstown on Irish Champions Weekend. Jack Naylor continued on her winning ways when taking the Listed Flame Of Tara Stakes for Fran Berry and trainer Jessica Harrington.
Weld and Smullen combine for Tipperary Group success DERMOT Weld’s smart filly Tested continues to improve and ran out an impressive winner of the Group 3 Coolmore Stud Fairy Bridge Stakes at Tipperary on Thursday. Leading early in the straight under Pat Smullen, she raced clear to win from the Ger Lyons-trained Some Spirit. She was a second winner of the evening for the Curragh trainer and his stable jockey who had earlier won the two-year-old maiden with the very impressive newcomer Zafilani. A handicap on Irish Champions Weekend is the target for Ebasani who returned to action to win the 9f conditions race for John Oxx and Declan McDonogh. Fran Berry rode two handicap winners. He took the nursery on the David Wachman-trained Fit For The Job and doubled up on Princess Aloof in the 9f handicap.
INITIAL entries for the Premier Handicaps on Irish Champions Weekend at Leopardstown and the Curragh on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September are well up on previous years. A total of 193 entries have been received for the four races which boast a combined value of €600,000. The corresponding races in 2013 attracted 100 entries. 36 entries have been received from Britain and one from France.
Injury Side-lines Highflying Shortall GALWAY Plate-winning jockey Shane Shortall faces a spell on the side-lines after he suffered a broken collar bone in a fall at Down Royal on Friday. Earlier in the evening, he had partnered the Tony Martin-trained Pires to win the Kerry Foods Rated Hurdle, but a fall in the 2m 6f handicap hurdle will result in him sitting out the next few weeks. Victory in the race went to Noel Meade’s Bose Ikard who was winning for the second time in two days having scored at Bellewstown on Thursday. The Galway bumper winner Clondaw Farmer made a winning debut over hurdles when successful in the 2m 4f maiden for John Hanlon and Andrew McNamara. Christy’s Call won the 2m handicap hurdle for Danny Benson and County Meath trainer Gavin Cromwell.
Elliott is the one to follow at Downpatrick GORDON Elliott was the man in form at the Bank Holiday meeting at Downpatrick where he sent out two quick winners. He won the opening maiden hurdle with odds-on favourite Landau who ran out a cosy winner under Davy Condon and followed up straight away when Luke Dempsey brought Drunken Counsel home a 12 length winner in the 2m 2f handicap hurdle. Mark Flanagan was another seven lb. claimer to score and he won the 2m 5f handicap hurdle on the Gerry Keanetrained Effernock Lad. Amateur riders also got in on the winning act with Mikey O’Connor both training and riding Oscar Dan Dan to success in the 2m 7f maiden hurdle and Katie Walsh riding her first winner of the week on the Mags Mullins-trained Young Dillon in the bumper.
Wachman double Aussie jockeys prevail in annual the highlight challenge match at Wexford
Chicquita and Johnny Murtagh win the Darley Irish Oaks at The Curragh. [Patrick McCann]
THE home team landed the annual Australia/Ireland Jockeys Challenge for the first time in three years when dominating at Morphettville in Adelaide on Saturday. Local riders Gavin Beggwood and Steven Pateman won both races on the final day of the challenge and to win by 59 points to 30. The Irish team, consisting of Kevin
Sexton, Brian Cawley, Niki O’Shea and Paul Gallagher, had led by 12 points to 6 heading to Morphettville after making a winning start to the series at Murray Bridge on Wednesday. Niki O’Shea won the high weight Flat Race over 2206 meters on Navan Lass, trained by Ricky Moore, who is originally from the County Meath town.
TRAINER David Wachman landed an early double at Wexford on Saturday. Fran Berry brought the JP McManusowned Que Sera Sera home the two-and-a-quarter length winner of the one mile fillies’ maiden and the Wayne Lordan-ridden Mr Rock ran out the easy winner of the 11f maiden. Jim Bolger’s Gold Focus added to her success at Ballinrobe earlier in the week when winning the apprentice handicap under Ronan Whelan. Katie Walsh rode her third winner of the week when landing the Shelmalier Qualified Riders Race on Alton Bay for trainer Peter Fahey.
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Ellen Power, Glenbeg, winner of the under 8 All-Ireland National Discovery League. Gold Coast Golf Club Lady President’s Prize. Seated from left, Gillian Cashman (4th), Ann McGrath (3rd), Ger Hallinan (2nd), Teresa Queally, Winner; Lorraine Birney, Lady President, Mary Kiely (Best Gross) and Williamina Reynolds, Lady Captain. Standing from left David Birney (Visitor Prize Men), Kay Classen (Back 9), Joan O'Dea (5th), Ann Scannell (Visitors Ladies), Ruth Hannigan (Catg. 1), Serina Roche (Catg. 3) and Elaine Goss (Catg. 2) [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Gold Coast Golf Club President’s Prize kindly presented by Frank Waters. Prizewinners in the President’s Prize with seated from left Conor Clancy (4th), Lee Crotty (3rd), John White (Best Gross), Frank Waters, President, Ger Bagge, winner, Derek Power (2nd), Diarmuid Hanley (2nd Gross) and Jimmy O'Dwyer, Captain. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Lismore Golf Club Presidents's prize presentation to the ladies. Tim O'Leary Club President pictured presenting first prize to Joan Cahillane. Picture also includes, Brid Henry second, Nora O'Sullivan third, Margaret Morrissey accepting prize on behalf of Fiona Howard Gross, Patricia Lonergan fourth, Mary Beecher past President, Anne Bennett best qualifier with Peter Whelan club Captain. [Michael Kiely]
Dungarvan Rugby Club season begins AFTER a four month break, it's time to get back on the field and play rugby again. Dungarvan started their preseason games on Sunday with an enjoyable encounter with Clonmel, coached by former Munster and Ireland star, Denis Leamy. The Tipperary side was a mix of their Munster Junior Cup winning team with their J2 team and U20 squads who were staying in the Gold Coast complex for a training weekend. The games started at a high tempo with a huge hit from Darrell Ryan right at the kick-off. Dungarvan held onto the ball for long periods in the first quarter of the game with strong carries from Martin Houlihan, Cian Walsh and Ed Flavin. The Dungarvan scrum was clearly dominant and created some great quality ball for the backs. The lineout was also working well with Cillian Corkery throwing accurately. They were rewarded with a well worked try at about 12 minutes from Declan Fennell which was converted by David Hickey. Clonmel made a few changes in the second quarter and retained the ball for longer periods testing Dungarvan’s defence. Some solid tackling from Andrew Carey, Maurice Power and the front five saved the line many times. After a sustained period of pressure Clonmel scored in the corner and converted to tie the game. A few minutes later with a penalty deep in Dungarvan’s 22, the Clonmel outhalf quickly changed direction and put in a lovely cross field kick collected by the winger to score and put Clonmel ahead by 5 going into half-time. The second half brought a lot of changes on both sides and the game opened up quite a bit. Dungarvan and Clonmel exchanged tries with Cian Walsh and Andrew Carey and Darrell Ryan crossing the line for
Eoin and Eddie Phelan pictured at the Munster game on Friday night at the RSC. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Dungarvan. Einne O Cathasaigh played well at scrum half and new players from last year’s U18 squad; Jack Hurley, Tommy Dunford and Rian Barry all impressed. As the game reached the final stages Clonmel showed their clinical edge and scored twice without reply to finish worthy winners. Well done to all involved in this entertaining and beneficial fixture and thanks to Clonmel for the tough but well tempered game. UPCOMING FIXTURE Dungarvan’s next Pre-season friendly is against Div 2 side Waterford City at home in Ballyrandle at 2.30 pm on Sunday. MUNSTER AT RSC The RSC in Waterford was the venue for Munster's preseason friendly with London Irish last Friday night. Played on one of the best surfaces in the country before a sell out crowd, Munster after a slow start, overcame the visitors from across the water. Tries in either half by Ronan O'Mahony and substitute Duncan Williams, both converted by Johnny Holland, were the difference between the sides. Munster secured Anthony Foley's first win as coach with the 17-5 victory. It was the first time that Munster played in Waterford since 1981, when they played a Dungarvan Selection to
open the new clubhouse. On that afternoon, Brendan Foley, Anthony's father, lined out in the second row with the late Moss Keane. There was large number of supporters from the area at the game and many got a chance to meet the players after the game. The biggest cheer of the night was reserved for halftime, when Niamh Briggs was introduced to the crowd. The Waterford public showed their appreciation of her efforts at the World Cup and her previous performances for Munster and Ireland. MUNSTER WOMEN The Munster players start their inter pro series next Saturday when they travel to Ravenhill, now named Kingspan Stadium, for their opening game at 3 pm. Our own Maria Foley is part of this squad and we wish her and her team mates the best of luck on Saturday and for the season. JIM CURRAN Everyone in the club would like to wish club captain, Jim Curran, the best of luck for his wedding at the weekend. We wish the happy couple many years of happiness. TRAINING TIMES Mens Teams train on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30 pm. Women's team train on Tuesday and Friday at 7.30 pm.