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Neither is the commitment accompanied by a proposal to reverse the amalgamation of City and County Councils. The Fianna Fáil leader was speaking during a visit to Dungarvan, where he officially opened the new constituency office of Waterford TD Mary Butler on O’Connell Street. The 2016 manifesto committed the party not just to restoring the 80 abolished town councils but also to providing similar structures to all towns with a population exceeding 7,500. Continued on page 15

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Documents show second cath lab at UHW was already ‘queued for funding’ before Herity report By Paul Mooney THE major row in relation to lack of cardiac services at University Hospital Waterford rumbles on for Fine Gael’s minority government, after serious questions were raised over the need for the Herity report into cardiac services at UHW - after documents seen by this newspaper reveal that priority for a second cath lab at UHW was already approved by

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the South / South West Hospital Group (SSWHG) in March of this year and was queued for funding. The revelations were discovered in documents obtained by UHW campaigner and EU candidate for Ireland South, Kieran Hartley. In October, 2012, UHW was assigned as a designated PPCI centre from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Monday to Friday. The guidelines for PPCI centres recom-

mend two cath labs and UHW, having satisfied the needs and requirements in order to obtain funding for a second cath lab and meeting the specific requirements of the Higgins report to be maintained as a Level 4 Hospital - priority for a second cath lab at UHW was approved in March, 2016, by the South / South West Hospital Group and signed off by the Group CEO, according to the documents obtained by Mr. Hartley.

It was then sent to the Assistant National Director of Estates (Acute Hospital Division) and was queued for funding. Technically, the second cath lab is ‘still on the table’ for funding. However, the independent report commissioned by the government and carried out by Belfast-based cardiologist Dr. Niall Herity, concluded that UHW did not need a second cath lab. Continued on page 2

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Fianna Fáil leader supports UHW cardiology campaign By Christy Parker FIANNA Fáil leader Micheál Martin has pledged support for a second Catheterisation Laboratory (cath lab) at University Hospital Waterford (UHW) and slammed the government’s ‘broken promises’ on the issue. The opposition leader says he believes a “difference of opinion” between the Department of Health and the HSE is fuelling the issue and has called on the government to “re-engage with consultants on the ground” towards resolving the matter. However, Mr. Martin says his party would not seek to topple the government on the issue. Mr. Martin outlined his views while visiting Dungarvan to officially open the town’s constituency office of Waterford TD Mary Butler. The former Health Minister had earlier visited the hospital where he met consultants from across the region, including Waterford, Wexford and Tipperary representatives. He said it was obvious from close proximity that the current facili-

ties could not match the heavy demand for services with consequent long waiting lists and a risk to patient safety. Mr. Martin said a government Configuration report in 2013 “essentially broke up the South East and placed Waterford in “a limbo” situation, effectively denying it a recommended role as a regional centre for invasive cardiology procedures for the South east population. “It also meant that five allocated academic posts have been very slow in happening, which has undermined confidence in the configuration report”, he added. SIDE EFFECTS Mr. Martin said the failure to recognise and facilitate the hospital’s proper status carried knock-on effects. “You can see how the Department dragged its feet on sanctioning of academic posts, which are very important to a university status in terms of attracting good junior doctors and good quality consultants”, he explained. The Fianna Fáil leader recalled that in 2012 Waterford was the only one of six national centres designated to deal with emergency interventions that didn’t

have a second cath lab.Yet “up to six months ago the HSE were approving the business case for the cath lab”, he elaborated.“The consultants were working towards that proposal and nobody had shouted stop up to that point.” Mr. Martin called on the government to “re-engage with the consultants on the ground and with those who would have been involved in the configuration report, such as Prof. John Higgins.” He did not feel the issue revolved around resource capability but perhaps centred on “a difference of opinion”, with the Department of Health “maybe not engaging.” He criticised the Department’s policy unit for giving independent consultant Prof. Niall Herity a note dismissing the need for a second cath lab prior to him compiling his report. FLAWED FIGURES Dismissing the Herity report’s estimated catchment figure of 290,000 for the south east, Mr. Martin agreed with consultants’ estimations of “about 350400,000” while suggesting that validating the correct figure would perhaps offer “a way

round to resolving the dispute.” The Fianna Fáil leader said his party would both “implement the configuration report” and recognise the hospital’s status within the 2012 designation recommendation. Meanwhile, the leader said that while he believes Independent Minister John Halligan’s assertion that he received a commitment from Fine Gael’s Simon Coveney and Michael Noonan that “the review would be a formality” and that it was now being reneged upon, “we are not pressurising him to leave government.” Mr. Martin insisted that another General Election within a year was not desirable and that he wanted the current Dáil to run its term. “We can’t collapse a government on individual issues”, he explained. “We do not want to be like Spain, where they have had two elections in nine months and still have no government. But that is no reason for inaction by government,” he continued. “Fine Gael has John Deasy in government also”, he added.“People of different parties talk to (Health Minister) Simon Harris, so I don’t see why he can’t do likewise.”

Documents show second cath lab at UHW was already ‘queued for funding’ before Herity report FROM FRONT PAGE But Mr. Hartley has described the Herity report as a “fait accompli’. He questioned why, if UHW was put in for funding for a second cath lab by the SSWHG, was there a need for a political appointed independent review by Dr. Herity. Campaigners at UHW have described the Herity report as ‘fundamentally flawed’ after it was revealed the Herity report made reference to a catchment population of 280,000, yet the catchment population of the entire south east (which UHW covers) is over 520,000. The continuing controversy over the lack of cardiac services at UHW is rocking the minority Fine Gael / Independent government to its foundations. Waterford Junior Minister John Halligan previously threatened to resign from government over the findings of the Herity report and he accused Fine Gael of reneging on a promise to him to provide the second cath lab. Mr. Hartley said the Independent Alliance entered

government with Fine Gael under the guise that Waterford would get a second cath lab and the independent review was only a formality. “Minister Halligan was correct in what he said that Fine Gael made promises they won’t stand over. I believe they ‘pulled the wool’ over Minister Halligan’s eyes,” Mr. Hartley said. Mr. Hartley also raised concerns over an alleged reduction in UHW’s ‘measure of risk’ posed to cardiology patients in the south east. He said the alleged change in the risk rating, believed to have happened in April 2016, was changed from a 20 out of a possible 25, red and category five, to a 16 out of a possible 25, red and category four. Mr. Hartley confirmed he has made a formal complaint to Gardaí in relation to the alleged changing of the risk rating, as it is feared that such an alleged reduction in the risk rating could have had a profound effect on the findings of the Dr. Herity report. However, the current Health Minister, Simon Harris has

adamantly backed the findings of the Herity report and told the media last week that he does not believe any difference in the hospital’s rating and the hospital group’s rating had any bearing on the recommendations made by the Herity report. “I don’t actually believe that the risk register has been changed at all in the last six months,” Minister Harris told media last week, at the opening of a Health Innovation Hub at UCC. “I believe the way that risk was categorised at both the hospital level and at the hospital group level may have been somewhat different. However, I can say to you very clearly that this didn’t have an impact on Professor Herity’s report,” said Minister Harris. Mr. Hartley has demanded the government publish the terms of reference for the Herity report. Meanwhile, it was also revealed last week that a special audit report submitted to the HSE, the Department of Health and former Health Minister Leo Varadkar in November, 2015,

EU candidate for Ireland South and UHW campaigner, Kieran Hartley. detailed mounting concerns of doctors at UHW that the waiting lists for cardiac care (inpatient and outpatient) had been steadily increasing since 2010 and that 18 patients may have suffered heart attacks while on a cardiac waiting list at UHW during the past five years. Mr. Hartley said these latest revelations are a huge concern commenting: “In my opinion, this is tangible proof that patient care has been impacted by the lack of resources being provided for at UHW and, in particular, for its cardiac services”.

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Number of homeless in Waterford increased by over 50% RED tape, bureaucracy and ‘foot dragging’ by the government over the building of social homes is continuing to deepen the housing crisis, with the number of homeless people increasing by over 50 percent in County Waterford in the past year. According to figures in the September management report to the September meeting of Waterford City and County Council, there were 485 cumulative cases which presented to the local authority seeking homeless services so far in 2016, an increase of 165 on the previous year’s figure of 320. The increase in the figure was not lost on Councillors, as Independent Councillor Joe Conway noted: “It is a shocking figure for a city and county as small as Waterford to have”. “There are up to ten people presenting themselves to the Council as homeless every week. It shows the challenges we have in that area.” Concurring, Cllr. Joe Kelly, Independent, said it was something “that must always be kept on the agenda”. “It is a sign of the times nationally, but we have to try and do what we can for those people,” said Cllr. Kelly. He noted there was an increase in the number of families with dependant children who have sought the Council’s homeless services in 2016. Cllr. Kelly also noted that there are 12 adults and 17 children, composing of two families, four adults with six children, and seven single parent families with 11 children and one individual who are currently in emergency B&B homeless accommodation in Waterford. Cllr. John Hearne said Councillors need to be briefed on services and protocol when an extremely vulnerable case presents to the Council as homeless. Giving one example, Cllr. Hearne said he was dealing with a man who was sitting in the A&E casuality department of the

hospital because he couldn’t get accommodation. He said the Gardaí wouldn’t clear the person to obtain accommodation at a hostel at the time. “I believe that person is now under pressure to leave the hostel because they need the bed,” said Cllr. Hearne. “We need a brief on this type of case and on the services available so we know who to go to when we come across extremely vulnerable cases like that.” Cllr. Jim Griffin said the Council needs to ensure homeless services are available late in the evenings and at weekends, particularly for vulnerable cases. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes said the housing section can organise a briefing for Councillors regarding homeless services and out of hours services. PROPOSAL TO INTEGRATE COUNCIL’S COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES Cllr. Hearne said he believed there has also been a “massive assault in working class estates”, through a reduction in community Garda officers and Garda drugs unit, and lack of investment in community development projects. He questioned the Council’s commitment to Community Support Officers, saying they are overstretched and there are proposals to reduce the services of Community Support. Mr. Grimes, confirmed the Council is looking at integrating their Community Support Services Department into Housing Tenancy and Estate Management. “That process is ongoing at the moment,” Mr. Grimes confirmed. He said a report will be made to Council on the proposed integration at a later date. Cllr. John Pratt said he would disagree with any dilution of the Community Section. “I hope that doesn’t happen. It would be a retrograde step if that

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is to happen,” Cllr. Pratt said. HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT Waterford Council wrote to all applicants on the housing list asking for confirmation that their application for social housing was still valid. Mr. Grimes told the September meeting of the Council that they have received a reply rate of just over 50 percent. Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said he believed the reason for the slow response was due to bureaucracy - where the Council were seeking birth / marriage certificates and other documentation from people, despite them already submitting such documents when they applied to get onto the housing list. Cllr. Reinhardt said obtaining certificates can be a costly business for people and time consuming. “It is unfair people had to ‘go through the mill’ again after already making an application,” said Cllr. Reinhardt. Mr. Grimes acknowledged that seeking documentation again from people “may not have helped the initial response” and said such repeat requests for documentation “have been discontinued immediately”. Cllr. John Cummins suggested the Council should send the ‘Housing Needs Assessment’ letters via registered post. “If we send registered letters, then we will be in no doubt that people have received them if they choose not to respond to the housing needs assessment – and we are then justified in removing someone from the housing list,” Cllr. Cummins said. “If we get back the registered letter, then we know the person in question hasn’t received the housing needs assessment letter and perhaps can be treated in a different way.” People on the housing list should note that failure to return the Council’s form asking for confirmation if their application for social housing is still valid,

will result in their application being closed without further notification and they will lose the benefit of qualified time on the list. Mr. Grimes said the Council did consider using registered post initially. “But our experience in the past in sending registered letters to some tenants and other people is that they generally do not accept registered letters and are returned unopened to us,” Mr. Grimes said. “A registered letter also costs €6.25 each, so that was also a significant factor in our consideration.” Mr. Grimes said the Council is using advertising and social media to increase awareness among people on the housing waiting list to return their housing needs assessment forms . “It is important to say that at the bottom of the letter which applicants receive, they are advised that any change in circumstances, particularly a change of address, should be notified to the housing department immediately so the file can be updated,” Mr. Grimes pointed out. “We are making every effort and we’ve applied significant resources to this exercise, but we have to be mindful there are potentially significant costs involved in using certain forms of media and communications.” HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENT (HAP) Cllr. Jason Murphy questioned what standards the Council apply to ensure HAP properties are up to standard and fit for purpose, and how often they would be inspected by the Council. “I get a lot of representations and I feel some properties are not fit for purpose,” said Cllr. Murphy. He said tenants have no leverage with their HAP landlords, and would be unable to withhold rent if there was a problem. “Under HAP the landlord receives the rent from the Council, even if the property has

fallen below a certain standard,” Cllr. Murphy pointed out.“What recourse do those tenants have?” Mr. Grimes said the Council is obliged to inspect HAP properties within eight months of tenancy commencing. “I’d regard that as an improvement on the previous rent supplement scheme, because there was no requirement for inspections. But under HAP, we are required to inspect the properties within eight months,” he explained. Mr. Grimes said the majority of inspections to date would not indicate that the properties are not fit for purpose. “The vast majority of properties are meeting the regulations on minimum standards for private rented accommodation,” Mr. Grimes said. He said the Council copies the inspection report to tenants as well as the landlords, so tenants are aware of what recommendations the Council is making to landlords regarding repairs. “We have a system in place and follow up inspections,” Mr. Grimes said. “We do have enforcement powers available to us as a housing authority and it is open to the tenants, if they are not satisfied that the recommendations of the inspection report have been carried out satisfactorily, to bring it to our attention, and we’ll follow up directly with the landlord using enforcement powers,” Mr. Grimes added. Meanwhile, Cllr. Griffin alleged that documents brought

in by people to the Council have gone missing. Mr. Grimes said the Council “treats that very seriously”. “If there are any instances of documents going missing, please bring it to our attention and we’ll look into it,” Mr. Grimes said. Cllr. Eamon Quinlan asked whether the housing section of the Council will use common sense when taking into account Section 22 of the Housing Miscellaneous Act, specifically where two people of the same sex aged over 10 years are sharing a room. Giving an example, Cllr. Quinlan said: “A 12-year-old child of primary school-going age sharing a room with a 20year-old man - and the Council deems that to be acceptable”. “These families cannot say they are overcrowded to receive overcrowded status and therefore cannot look to get larger premises to suit their means,” Cllr. Quinlan explained. “While the Council is fulfilling the Act as laid out, surely it is within the discretion of the housing section to amend the Act so that any minor sharing a room with an adult can be classified as overcrowding and allow those families to seek larger accommodation.” Mr. Grimes said he would look into the flexibility of the Act in relation to allocation of houses, specifically in relation to children and report back to the next Council meeting on it.

Waterford Council pledges support for #LittleThings campaign WATERFORD Council has pledged its support for the HSE’s #LittleThings national mental health and wellbeing campaign. Developed by the HSE’s National Office for Suicide Prevention, and supported by coalition of more than 30 partner organisations, #LittleThings campaign is designed to remind people that little things can make a big difference to how they feel. The campaign focuses on sharing evidence-based, simple and power-

ful day-to-day steps – little things that can be done to protect mental health. The campaign encourages people to eat and sleep well, take regular exercise, talk about their problems, drink less alcohol and stay in touch and spend time with others - all proven to improve mental health. “This campaign focuses on day-to-day steps which has been developed by mental health experts – little things that we can do

to protect our own mental health and support the people we care about,” said Cllr. Brazil. He asked everyone to spread the word about #LittleThings and let people know “it’s okay to not feel okay, and it’s certainly okay to look for help”. Cllr. John Cummins seconded the motion and said it was timely, considering Pieta House recently opened in Waterford. “I’ve heard Cllr. Brazil speak about mental health on previous

occasions and he speaks passionately about it. He is a passionate advocate for mental health when it wasn’t popular to do so. I commend him for that and I am delighted to support this motion,” Cllr. Cummins said. The motion passed with unanimous support from the other Councillors. For more information on the #LittleThings campaign and mental health, check out www.yourmentalhealth.ie.

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Visit from Zhangiajie Global Geopark THE Copper Coast Geopark was host recently to a delegation from the Zhangiajie Global Geopark from Northern Hunan Province, China who came to Waterford on Saturday, 25th September. The Chinese delegates; Geopark representatives and geologists, were visiting the Copper Coast Geopark on their way to a conference in England and were shown around the sights of the Copper Coast by a collection of representatives from the Geopark here. The landscape of the Geopark from which they came is perhaps better known to you as being the Inspiration for the alien landscape within which the popular film "Avatar" is set. It

is renowned for its huge sandstone pillars which are remarkable due to their size (up to 100m high), shape (think tower blocks) and method of formation (river based erosion over tremendous periods of time). In situ, they seem to be almost like natural skyscrapers in the tropical landscape of the park - a trope used to great effect by James Cameron during the filming of Avatar. The Zhangiajie Geopark itself is roughly forty (four zero!) times bigger than the Copper Coast Geopark and has been in existence since 2001 and is host to an estimated 10 million visitors a year. One of the major issues facing their leopard, according to the delegates present last

Saturday, is in fact overcrowding! In spite of their own undoubtedly very impressive Geopark, the visitors to the Copper Coast were extremely impressed by our dramatic and, partly thanks to some fortunately sunny weather, spectacular coastal landscapes and fascinating volcanic geology. After a day spent touring the geological, archaeological and anthropological sites of the area (including an excellent lunch in Pisces restaurant, Kill) the Chinese Geopark delegates were left with an unforgettable appreciation of the area here. To find out more about the Zhangjiajie Geopark check out their own website at http://www.cnzhangjiajie.com/

Pip and Pear win Gold at the 2016 Blas na hEireann National Irish Food Awards WATERFORD’S Pip and Pear have won at the annual Blas na hEireann Food Awards for the third consecutive year, scooping gold for their Stage One ‘Banana Blue’. Founder of Pip & Pear, Irene Queally is absolutely thrilled with the win, “this award is a true testament to the quality of our range. We use only the highest quality ingredients such as Irish Bord Bia approved meat and poultry and certified organic fruit and vegetables. It's brilliant to be acknowledged for our effort to change the quality of food for babies and toddlers”. The Blas na hEireann awards celebrate the best of Irish food and drink and with over 100 food and drink categories it is no wonder this is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce on the island of Ireland. The 2016 com-

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Irene Queally pictured with her family Bill, Luca and Tolda holding their Gold award at the 2016 Blas na hEireann National Irish Food Awards. petition saw 2,500 entries hoping to win gold, silver or bronze at the ceremony in Dingle. Fellow Waterford companies Walsh’s Bakehouse, The Lismore Food Company, Glorious Sushi and The Pure Food Company also took home awards for their fantastic produce. Pip and Pear proved their superb quality and taste as they faced tough competition from other brands in the category. “We are so incredibly proud of our range and winning this

award is very special to us. We have grown a lot since our first Blas na hEireann awards ceremony in 2014, since then we have launched our new Toddler Range and we are now available nationwide, we can’t wait to see what the next year will bring!” Irene declared. The delicious and nutritious range is now available in Aldi nationwide and selected SuperValu stores. For a full store listing please visit www.pipandpear.ie /where-to-buy/

University Hospital Waterford celebrates WIT General Nursing Class of 2016 UNIVERSITY Hospital Waterford hosted a Celebration Ceremony for the Waterford Institute of Technology General Nursing class of 2016. To mark the end of their training and placements in the various hospitals and healthcare facilities across the HSE South East Area, the Hospital held its tenth annual General Nursing Student Celebration Ceremony, which included certificate presentation to each of WIT’s 45 General Nursing students. The Ecumenical service, which has been celebrated

for more than 35 years, was held in the Hospital chapel and included a blessing of hands by members of the clergy present. The service, attended by parents and friends of those being celebrated, was also attended by the South South West Hospital Group’s Director of Nursing Bridie O’Sullivan, who also acted as guest speaker on the afternoon. Director of Nursing at University Hospital Waterford, Claire Tully said: “We have been holding this ceremony for the WIT nurses for the past decade

and are proud and delighted to continue with this tradition. We really love when students come through our doors and are able to show off their talents and introduce us to new ideas. We are very proud of this class of nurses and we wish them the very best in their lives and careers for the years to come.” The General Nursing students joined their fellow colleagues from the Psychiatric and Intellectual Disability groups at their Graduation Ball, in The Tower Hotel, Waterford, later that evening.

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Ballymacarbry Ladies Football team congratulated on outstanding 35th title in-a-row THE Ballymacarbry Ladies Football Team were congratulated by Comeragh Municipal District Council on winning their 35th senior County title in a row after beating Comeragh Rangers earlier in September. The Ballymac’ ladies amazing streak stretches back to 1981. At the September meeting of the Comeragh local authority, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said the Ballymac’ ladies were “very deserving of some serious recognition” for such an outstanding achievement.

Cllr. Seanie Power also congratulated the Ballymac’’ team, while expressing commiserations to his own club - Comeragh Rangers – of which he was a founding member. He said that Comeragh Rangers were trying their very hardest and were hopeful they would take the title next year. Other Councillors also voiced their congratulations to Ballymacarbry Ladies Football Team. RECOGNITION OF SUCCESSFUL ALL-IRELAND 1991 WATERFORD TEAM Meanwhile, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said it was only apt to remember 25 years ago the Waterford Ladies Football Team who won their first All-Ireland final in 1991 when they beat Laois at Croke Park. “It was a step up for the Waterford Ladies and they went on to win four more. They won’t get the recognition which the men get, with the 25 year team being honoured, because that is not the way the ladies do it,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. He said the 1991 team were all members of Comeragh clubs, and two of the ladies were his sisters. He said a recent match involving the Waterford Ladies Football Team had an attendance of 34,000. “They have come a long distance in the meantime to get that level of recognition,” he said. “I hope the ‘powers-that-be’ in Ladies Football will recognise that achievement 122 25 years on,” he added.

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The price of democracy A REPORT in last week’s issue of this newspaper carried details of annual savings which have been made as a result of the abolition of Town Councils and the amalgamation of the various public bodies to make a composite Waterford City and County Council. The report to the Council meeting detailed savings across all the bodies of €315,000 last year. It would not be unreasonable to expect that the figure would be much higher, considering that it represented the savings of two large and three lesser sized Councils. On average, this represented a saving of a little more than €60,000 per annum each, or, for the smaller Town Councils of Dungarvan, Lismore and Tramore a far less sum. In retrospect and knowing what the financial benefit has turned out to be for each representative area, has the undemocratic exercise carried out by former Minister, Phil Hogan been justified? Do the people of the various towns, city and county feel that their service has been improved by the amalgamation? Is the disruption and lack of accessibility which is being experienced by the public worth the savings of what is a relatively small sum when gauged against the millions of

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate their respective budgets? It is most unlikely that a majority could be found to agree with resulting democratic deficit and the paltry savings which it generated.

Where the refunds should go AS Minister for Finance, Michael Noonan is putting the final touches to what may be his final budget, he need not look too far to see where he might spend any discretionary money he has to dispense. He need only look to the chaos and widespread medical cancellations at Galway University Hospital to see that additional resources are desperately needed. Many other hospitals will add their voices with details of how they are stretched beyond the ability to cope with their element of

the health crisis. The Irish Association of Emergency Medicine has warned that the health service is in a state of crisis and does not have enough beds or staff. They must be listened to. The Minister need only read the story this week of the woman who was forced to fund her own MRI scan because she was on a list for such a procedure which is over a year long. Had she waited for a public appointment she would have died from the tumour which was privately detected. Is this part of the campaign to drive people into private health care? It cannot be right that five ambulances should need to queue to get their patients onto trolleys to go through an interminably slow emergency service to lie on a trolley in a corridor, perhaps for days. The Minister should also listen to the Carers Associations who can give instances of dire need for home help which would relieve immense stress on families who have to devote twenty-four hour care to family members and where some extra hours would give them some decent quality of life. There is hardly a strand of medical care which has not been left short of financial and human resources and the people of Ireland who cannot afford private care are continuing to suffer as a result. Until such time as there is an acceptable health service in this country, there should be no talk of, and no proposal to refund a relatively useless five euro a week to taxpayers.

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The Best Pesto in Ireland! Local business win prestigious award for second year running LOCAL Atisan business “Pure Food Company” based in Dunhill, have won the Gold medal in the Pesto Category at this year’s Blas na hEireann Irish Food Awards held on Saturday, October 1st, in Dingle, Co. Kerry. Their ever popular product “Spinach and Basil Pesto” beat off stiff competition from the likes of The Happy Pear and Genovese Foods amongst numerous other Irish producers. They also scooped awards for “Best in

Farmers Market” in County Waterford and for “Overall Best in Waterford”. The company won the Gold medal last year for their Sundried Tomato and Chilli pesto while also bringing home the “Best in Farmers Market” award. Pure Food Company, owned and run by Paul Power and Cian Hawes specialise in a range of different pestos, they also make their own version of the spicy North African Harissa paste. Now in its 9th year, Blas

Paul Power and Cian Hawes, Pure Food Company.

na hEireann,The Irish Food Awards which takes place in conjunction with the Dingle Food Festival is the biggest competition for quality Irish produce in the country. Well in excess of 2,500 products were entered into the 2016 competition to win Gold, Silver and Bronze awards in almost a hundred different categories. The awards are the largest blind-tasted awards in the country and are recognised by the University of Copenhagen

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as international gold standard in judging. Research has shown that the Blas accreditation has the highest recognition amongst Irish consumers and using the award logo encourages consumers to purchase these products as it guarantees a top quality Irish Product. As expected, Paul and Cian were both delighted to be rewarded for their hard work and effort with the accolades.“We were not as confident going into the awards this year as the competition was very strong with well established brands and household names, we would have been happy to get a bronze medal but to come away with 3 awards is amazing and a testament to the work we have both put in” says Cian. Paul was equally surprised, “I was shocked when we were called up to receive the Gold medal, but then while we were receiving it we were told we had also won the Best in Waterford and Best in Farmers Market awards too … I couldn’t believe it, my hands were shaking!!” Both men are very proud of their achievements and see this as a platform to push on into the future and relaunch the

Cian Hawes and Paul Power, Pure Food Company, with Birgitta Curtin, Blas na hEireann, at the Blas na hEireann / Irish Food Awards in Dingle at the weekend. [Don MacMonagle] company with their new branding and packaging. Both Cian and Paul have a great love of nature and the outdoors.They are both qualified horticulturists and it was through this connection that they met, became friends and set up the business in 2014.They attended an “Entrepreneurship in Food Course” funded by Waterford Chamber Skillnet to give them the basics and to build their business plan to present to the Waterford Enterprise Board where they got the funding to fit out their kitchen and office in Dunhill Ecopark. They initially started trading at Farmers Markets and food festivals to do some product research and to refine their recipes and range to what it is today. Ardkeen Quality Foodstore took on their range over 18 months ago and they have really flourished in this excellent store. Since then their range is now available in a number of other stores in the South East. They have recently

ceased trading at the markets completely and are fully focused on taking their range national by wholesaling through artisan food stores and larger outlets. “We are continuously working behind the scenes looking for the right partner to help bring our products to a wider audience and are confident that we can achieve our goals in the very near future” says Paul. They took part in the Food Academy Programme set up by SuperValu and the Local Enterprise Office in Dungarvan to educate and promote the local artisan producers. They found this programme to be beneficial in defining their business model and to clearly focus on their goals. Through this programme the Guys products have been made available in a number of SuperValu stores across the South East initially with the possibility of rolling out further afield in the coming months. In the meantime the lads will be promoting their fantastic award winning range

with instore tastings in Ardkeen Quality Foodstore and SuperValu stores across the South East. Cian and Paul’s Pesto range has been used by celebrity chefs in news-papers and magazines and even played a cameo role on morning TV! They are also proud owners of the much sought after McKenna’s guide plaque. Well done to Pure Food Company, it is great to see one of our own doing so well and flying the foodie flag for Waterford. So get out there, support local and try some of the best pesto in the land! You can follow Cian and Paul’s Pure Food Company on their official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. Their Website will be up and running in the New Year too. https://www.facebook.c om/purefoodcompany/ https://twitter.com/pure foodcompany https://www.instagram.c om/purefoodcompany/ http://www.purefoodcompany.ie/

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Mastering social media NO matter what industry you are in, you can be sure your customers are using Social Media. A strong social media strategy offers great opportunity to get involved with your customers online, build relationships, encourage loyalty and generate referrals. But, only if you get it right! Local Enterprise Office (LEO) in association with Dungarvan Enterprise Centre are pleased to announce their upcoming ‘Mastering Social Media’ A la Carte training programme.This programme will give you the opportunity to tweak your Social Media skills, enhance your Social Media presence and grow your business. This programme is aimed at anybody who wants to master their

business’s Social Media strategy. On day 1, the focus will be on building your customer profile, identifying where you can find your customers online and building a social media skills programme tailored to your needs.You will work with your coach to identify your individual training needs and tailor an ‘a la carte’ programme that’s specific to your requirements. The programme will be delivered by Nuala Browne and Gráinne Barrett of Meraki Marketing. Nuala who has 20+ years’ Retail Management & Marketing experience and Gráinne, a Digital Marketeer and consummate creator of social media content will enable you to forensically look at your enterprise and identify core attributes,

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Councillors call on Minister Ross to reinstate Sports Capital Grant WAT E R F O R D Councillors have demanded that Minister for Sport, Shane Ross reinstate the Sports Capital Grant for 2016. In a Notice of Motion at the September meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, who proposed the motion said he was “amazed” to find there was no Sports Capital Grant in place for 2016 and said he was “astonished when Minister Ross appeared on ‘The Late Late Show’ last week to very flippantly say there were no grants available for this year” - this is despite the Minister being lobbied on the same programme by Olympic rowing stars the

O’Donovan brothers. Cllr. Geoghegan noted that while the Sports Capital Grant was discontinued in 2009 when the country ‘hit the rocks’ economically, it was restored in 2013, when Waterford received over €1m in grants. Cllr. Geoghegan also highlighted that Waterford received Capital Sports Grants of three quarters of a million euro each in 2014 and 2015. He said Minister Ross “decided, in his wisdom, to discontinue the Sports Capital Grants”. Cllr. Geoghegan said many sporting organisations benefitted from the grant, including hurling, football, soccer, sailing, angling, gymnastics, tennis,

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cricket, martial arts, rowing, pitch and putt, boxing and rugby - “It is right across the sporting spectrum the money is allocated every year,” Cllr. Geoghegan said. “That is money that makes its way down into every community in Waterford, supporting small building contractors and businesses involved in supplying sports equipment. A lot of the money makes its way back to the government in the way of VAT and income tax.” Cllr. Geoghegan said one way to improve people’s health and lifestyles is by investing in sport. “We’ve saw many people do well in sport this year - they didn’t arrive overnight as major players in their sport. They were nurtured and coached and encouraged by clubs and coaches. “We should be investing in sport and I am calling on Minister Ross to put the Sports Capital Grant back in place.” Cllr. Geoghegan asked Councillors who are members of the Independent Alliance to use whatever influence they have to get Minister Ross to reinstate the grant as soon as possible. Seconding the motion, Cllr. John Cummins said that as a P.E. Teacher and coach, he believes that sport and physical activity is extremely important.

“Even though these grants are small in nature they go so far in providing facilities for sports clubs right across our county,” said Cllr. Cummins. He noted that there was an outcry when the grants were stopped in 2009, and while it was fantastic to have the grants reinstated in 2013, he expressed his disappointment that Minister Ross hasn’t made provision in his allocation for the grants this year. Cllr. John Hearne supported the motion, saying that putting money into sport is a good investment in young people - as it helps them to stay out of trouble rather than spending the money on parole officers, police officers, judges, solicitors, which he termed as “a complete waste of money”. “If there is a few pound to nurture sport in young people, it is a fantastic way of life for them,” Cllr. Hearne said. Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said Minister Ross “is being very shortsighted”. “For every euro invested in sport, you would likely spend €100 in health or Gardaí,” Cllr. Reinhardt said. Cllr. Liam Brazil said the sports clubs benefitted greatly from the grant, which was important for people’s health, particularly their mental health. The motion was unanimously agreed by all Councillors.

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AIB seeks student entries for its DataHack with €8,000 prize fund AIB is inviting students from third level institutions to enter the annual AIB DataHack which has a prize fund of €8,000. Participants will compete to solve a data problem or build an app to promote energy efficiency and sustainability.The DataHack offers students the opportunity to showcase their technical skills, test new research ideas and meet potential collaborators in a friendly and fun environment. Sixty-three teams comprising 126 students from 13 universities and Institutes

of Technology attended last year’s event and AIB expects similar numbers to participate this year. The two winning teams will each receive prizes of €2,000, while each of the four runner up teams will receive €1,000. There will also be spot prizes, refreshments and goodie bags on the day. AIB Chief Operations Officer Tomas O’Midheach said: “Smart technologies generate large quantities of data which can be analysed to help better understand and influence customer behaviour in areas like

energy efficiency. There are likely to be plenty of employment opportunities for graduates in data analytics in the future with the government’s Expert Group on Future Skills Needs estimating c. 30,000 job openings in Big Data and analytics up to 2020.’’ This year’s DataHack takes place at AIB’s Headquarters at Bankcentre, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, on 12th November. Registration will be open from (October 3rd) until November 3rd. Teams of two are invited to apply.

A new Balance Bike Programme for Preschools was launched on Tuesday, 20th September in the Regional Sports Centre, Waterford. Twenty new bikes and helmets have been purchased by Waterford City and County Council as part of European Mobility Week. Waterford Childcare Committee and Waterford Sports Partnership will offer and deliver training to 10 preschools this year. Following training, preschools will have the opportunity to avail of the use of Balance Bikes for a two week period. For more information or to book your preschool in for training, please contact Jacqui de Siún on 051-295045. Included at the launch were Mary Doyle, Waterford Sports Partnership; Jackie De Siún, Waterford Childcare Committee; Jemma Jacob,Waterford City & County and Pete Jones, Waterford Sports Committee. [John Power]

Ireland’s Food Story is ready to be served in South East IRELAND’S Ancient East and the South East have this week received a major International boost as counties Kilkenny and Waterford play host to a group of influential media from Germany, France, Belgium and Sweden, to hear the untold stories of Irish food and learn more about what we have to offer International visitors. The trip, organised by Fáilte Ireland in conjunction with Tourism Ireland, will allow the journalists, with a combined circulation of over 1.3 million, to enjoy a showcase in counties Kilkenny and Waterford and see first-hand why Ireland’s reputation is fast growing as a world class destination for food lovers. Welcoming the group to

Ireland, John Mulcahy, Fáilte Ireland’s Head of Food Tourism, said: “We welcome the opportunity to showcase Ireland’s Ancient East with its range of food trails, festivals, farmer’s markets and rapidly growing whiskey, cider and craft beer industry to these top international food journalists. It is hoped that once they return home they will help persuade their many followers and readers to take that decision to come to Ireland and immerse themselves in a journey of discovery in Ireland’s Ancient East and reposition Irish food experiences firmly in the mind set of their 1.3 million readers and followers. “This week they meet

Paul Flynn, The Tannery Restaurant, Dungarvan is pictured with Janes Stokes, Fáilte Ireland during a familiarisation trip with international journalists to Ireland's Ancient East. [Andrew Downes, xposure]

some members of a thriving food and drink scene in Kilkenny and Waterford who share their story of history, culture and people through showcasing local and traditional food producers and traditions all which help to bring the visitor experience to life.” The itinerary was created by Fáilte Ireland and starts

at the Highbank Organic Apple Farm in Kilkenny before moving on to experience world class produce in the award winning Lady Helen’s Restaurant in Mount Juliet, exploring Jerpoint Park and then will meet the producers on the Kilkenny Food Trail while visiting the Truffle Fairy, School of Food and the

Goatsbridge Trout Farm in Thomastown. The group moved on to Co. Waterford on Tuesday evening where they visited the town of Ardmore and spent time with Andrew Malcolm, the Cliff House Hotel’s resident forager, met with Willie Drohan and his brother-in-law Aidan Dunwoody, Comeragh

Mountain Lamb before heading to Barron’s Bakery, the oldest ovens in Ireland to see how bread was made with Esther Barron. It was then on to Lismore Castles, Gardens and Art Gallery and its Heritage Centre with refreshments at Summerhouse, home to Lismore Food Company and Harty’s Oyster farm.

The tour also took in the Tannery Restaurant and Townhouse with Paul and Maire Flynn and a visit to Dungarvan Brewing Company with one of Fáilte Ireland’s food champions Claire Dalton, before finishing off with some seaweed foraging with Marie Power, aka, The Sea Gardener.

Pictured are a group of international journalists on a visit to Lismore in Ireland’s Ancient East where they met with Mealla Fahey the Lismore Experience and Jane Stokes, Fáilte Ireland. [Andrew Downes, xposure]

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Waterford Councillors support motion to pursue 24/7 cardiac unit for UHW WATERFORD Councillors unanimously supported a Notice of Motion which calls on the Council to lead a regional campaign in support of a 24/7 cardiac care unit at University Hospital Waterford. Independent Councillor Cha O’Neill proposed the motion at the September meeting of the local authority, asking the Mayor to approach the other local authorities in Kilkenny, Wexford and South Tipperary to see if there is the political will as a region to pursue a 24/7 cardiac care unit at UHW. “It is a life and death situation for everyone in the south east,” Cllr. O’Neill warned. Seconding the motion, Cllr. Joe Kelly agreed a second cath lab for UHW was “a regional issue, not just a Waterford issue”. He said it was vital “every bit of pressure” is put on the government. “Consultants in the hospital completely rejected the [Herity] report and said there were errors in it. The battle for this has to go on,” Cllr. Kelly said. Cllr. Jason Murphy said this is something that every person in Waterford is behind. “I fear we may never see a 24/7 cardiac care unit in UHW until our marriage ‘made in hell’ with Cork is finally dissolved and divorced, and Waterford Hospital and its natural hinterland – the south east – with that

magic number of 500,000 people, can move forward as a region,” said Cllr. Murphy. In response, Cllr. John Cummins said he believes the academic link with UCC “is a positive link”. “We now have professors being appointed in UHW, something that we never had there before,” said Cllr. Cummins. “We were assured and reassured that the catchment population for acute hospital services would remain in the south east region i.e. the 500,000 population figure that has been referred to.” He asked that the HSE needs to clarify the matter. Cllr. Cummins said he was disappointed by the findings of the Herity report. “I am in no doubt that the numbers stack up for this service, factoring in those people from West Waterford, South Kilkenny and Wexford who avail of services in Cork and Dublin out of hours - I think that was the flaw in the terms of reference - that people who availed of services outside of hours in Cork and Dublin weren’t factored into the Waterford numbers,” said Cllr. Cummins. “I believe this to be the case and I believe another independent report and review is needed on this service,” Cllr. Cummins added. Cllr. Jim Griffin said Waterford Council would need the support of

other local authorities in the south east “to get the motion over the line”, pointing out that the Waterford Hospital services the whole region, not just Waterford. Cllr. John Hearne said the report will have to be thoroughly examined to see “who was telling the truth and who wasn’t telling the truth”. “There are a lot of allegations going forward and back,” he said. “It is an attack on our hospital services, and an attack on Waterford which we need to defend,” said Cllr. Hearne. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said the matter should be maintained as ‘non-political’. Agreeing, Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said: “Regardless of any report, if somebody has a cardiac problem here in Waterford, then they should have cardiac care here”. Cllr. Eamon Quinlan said the decision-makers needs to be shown that Waterford Hospital does offer these kinds of services to a large stretch of the south east. “I think it is mindboggling that apparently we have sufficient numbers to warrant a service from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., but apparently it seems in Dublin they perceive we lose about 200,000 people after 5.00 p.m., so they cut off the service. This is a very appropriate motion and I’m heartened by the comments,” Cllr. Quinlan said. All Councillors agreed unanimously with the motion.

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Arts Strategy approved for Waterford city and county WATERFORD City and County’s Art Strategy (2016 - 2021) was passed at the Plenary local authority meeting recently. The proposed strategy titled ‘A shared vision for Waterford Arts’ pioneers a new model of culture-led regional partnership and investment, connecting urban and rural areas and establishing shared approaches to development and is primarily focused on arts provision within the city and

county. The mission statement of the strategy is to work to integrate the arts into all aspects of the community to support the aim of making Waterford City and County a place where people want to work, live and visit. Arts Officer Margaret Organ told the September meeting of the Council that there was an extensive consultation process over the last 12 months, which included public meetings, con-

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Comeragh Council congratulates U21 Hurling team HEARTY congratulations were extended from the Comeragh Municipal District Council to the Waterford U21 Hurling Team on their All-Ireland win against Galway at Semple Stadium earlier in September. Leading the congratulations at the September meeting of the local authority, Cathaoirleach Cllr. John O’Leary described it as “a great

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Best selling Irish crime writers Alan Glynn and Declan Hughes to host the ‘Chandler Chat’ at Waterford’s Imagine Arts Festival Joe Duffy, Mia Gallagher, Vincent Woods and more join massive free Literary Programme for Imagine . . . AT the 15th annual Imagine Arts festival in Waterford this October Irish crime writers Alan Glynn and Declan Hughes will read from their work and discuss the influence of Raymond Chandler on their writing and on contemporary crime fiction. This event will take place in partnership with the Irish Writers Centre as the Imagine Festival commemorates the memory of Raymond Chandler and his close connection with Waterford. Alan Glynn’s first novel, The Dark Fields (renamed Limitless) was adapted by Neil Burger and starred Bradley Cooper, Abbie Cornish, and Robert De Niro. He also received the 2011 Irish Book Award for Best Crime Novel for the second book in his loose “Land” trilogy (Winterland, Bloodland, and Graveland). His latest novel Paradime has just been published.

Declan’s first novel, The Wrong Kind of Blood won the Shamus Award for Best First PI novel and the Le Point magazine prize for best European crime novel. Subsequent novels include The Colour of Blood;The Dying Breed; All The Dead Voices and City of Lost Girls. His books have been nominated for the Edgar, Macavity,Theakstons, CWA New Blood Dagger and Irish Book awards. His latest novel is All The Things You Are. The writers will be in conversation at this free event on October 23rd at 7.00 p.m. at the St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre in Waterford. Joining the literary line up at this years festival is Mia Gallagher. On October 24th at 7.00 p.m. in St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre, Waterford city Mia will discuss her work and read from her latest novel at this free event. An acclaimed

author, her first novel, Hellfire, was a resounding critical success – one of the best debuts of the 2006 according to the Observer Mia’s new novel titled ‘Beautiful Pictures of the Lost Homeland’ explores very serious themes.There’s a lot of leakage in this novel: of gender, identity, nationality, and space and time. Irish Tmes reviewer, Sara Baume describes it as “rich in colour and broad in scope”. Another highlight within the literature area of the Imagine Arts Festival programme is a ‘Rap and Rhyme’ workshop with leading UK rap artist Potent Whisper. This day-long workshop will help participants develop their writing and performance skills in word and rhyme. Under the mantra of ‘Changing the world, one rhyme at a time’, Potent Whisper is reputed for using rhyme to create discussion on, and

Vincent Woods artistic response to, the most pressing social and political issues of our time. The workshop takes place on October 22nd and will culminate with a performance showcase by the workshop participants. Tickets are available on www.imagineartsfestival.com An evening of poety with Vincent Woods will take place on October 25th at St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre; this is another free event on the Imagine Arts Festival programme.Vincent Woods is a poet, playwright and broadcaster. His plays, including ‘At the Black Pig’s

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Dyke’, ‘Song of the Yellow Bittern’ and ‘A Cry from Heaven’, have been produced Internationally and by Druid Theatre Company and the Abbey Theatre. He has published two collections of poetry,‘The Colour of Language’ and ‘Lives and Miracles’ and co-edited ‘The Turning Wave: Poems and Songs of IrishAustralia’. During another free event for Imagine Joe Duffy will also join the festival and read from his book, “Children of the Rising’ on October 27th at 7.00 p.m. Duffy says the book is full

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of “uncomfortable truths” and contains a “completely new part of the story of 1916 that has simply never been told before”. The 10-day Imagine Arts Festival will take place in Waterford from October 20th to October 30th and promises an exceptional programme for everyone to enjoy. A plethora of arts disciplines will be celebrated with a wonderful visual art exhibition opening at Greyfriars Gallery featuring the works of Artists Colin Martin, Martin Gale, Mick O’Dea and Eithne Jordan RHA. Musical highlights

include gigs with US indie country rock band Richmond Fontaine and Little green Cars, and BBC award winning duo Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker along with a new opera, films, theatre and lots more. The annual 'Booze, Blaas n’Banter’ event celebrating the City’s Quayside and maritime heritage will also offer lots of interesting chats and craic. Join the fun this October in Waterford from the 20th to 30th – see Imagineartsfestival.com @Imagine_Fest #Imagine16

Dungarvan-Lismore Housing and Housing Scheme Allocation for July-August By Christy Parker WATERFORD City and County Council received 37 housing applications in the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District during July & August. The figure was two less than for the same period in 2015 and brought the total for the district so far this year to 121. There were six new tenancies allocated – one fewer than July/August 2015 and three refusals. There have been 24 houses allocated in the district up to the end of August 2016. HOUSING UNITS The council’s records show it has 978 housing units in the DungarvanLismore district, with 21 refurbished for re-letting this year. A further 11 properties are undergoing refur-

bishment two more are out to tender. The council received 108 housing maintenance requests in the year to end of August, of which 45 have been and 63 remain open. ENERGY EFFICIENCY In other housing matters, the council says most of its units in the DungarvanLismore district have had energy retrofit works carried out, except for some houses in Dungarvan town. It is expected to have these also retrofitted before the end of the year.The scheme provides 100% grant aid from the Department of Community and Local Government (DECLG). Meanwhile the council reports that Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) funding, amounting to 75% of costs, has been received and work was due

to commence on houses in both Caseyville and Keating Street, Dungarvan. The houses involved are both private and council owned.) HOUSING ADAPTATION GRANTS SCHEMES (JULY/AUGUST) Housing Adaptation for People with Disability (Max available €30,000): Three applications approved, totalling €62,929. Mobility Aids Scheme (Max €6,000): Three applications approved, totalling €11,944. Housing Aids for Older People (Max €8,000): Two applications approved, totalling €14,970. The figures reflect a total provision for July/Aug of €89,843 across eight allocations. The total for the year to date was €165,624 spread over 23 allocations.

Br. Ben Hanlon PHD, De La Salle College being presented with his prize as winner of the Waterford City & County Council's 19162016 Committee's Composition Competition by Jane Cantwell, Waterford/Ireland 1916-2016 Coordinator, also included were Julie Quinlan, WIT Music School, Prof.Willie Donnelly, President Waterford IT and Caroline Senior, Artistic Director, Garter Lane Arts Centre, the competition was run in conjunction with the WIT Music School and Waterford New Music Week. [Noel Browne]

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FF remains committed to restoring Town Councils FROM FRONT PAGE The party furthermore proposes the establishment and enhancing of rural-based community councils as part of a vastly-restructured local government programme across the country. Dungarvan Town Council, along with other Town Councils around the country were abolished in 2014 under local government reforms introduced by the then Environment Minister Phil Hogan (FG). The abolition of Dungarvan Town Council brought to an end 115 years of self-governing in the town. Mr. Martin said he had met a female constituent in Abbeyside earlier that day who had “bemoaned the abolition of town councils as a backward step.” He said he had personally been opposed to the abolition and cited the measure by former Environment Minister Phil Hogan as “a sort of cynical move to get rid of hundreds of councillors at a lower tier, who were not costing a lot at all”. INTRODUCTION LEVEL Recognising the abolition of town councils as having removed an invalu-

able entry point to politics for young people, Mr Martin reflected that he – like practically all national politicians - began his political career at local level. The Cork-born politician did not seek to evaluate the Town Council level of government in pecuniary terms. “I see it more fundamentally as one of ‘fraternité, liberty and equality’”, he explained in an echo of French sentiment. Mr. Martin said the party’s Barry Cowen TD has prepared a policy document on the issue, which proposes the “quick start” restoration of the 80 abolished councils, which “would be relatively easy” to configure. “There would be more work involved in establishing new areas, such as new suburban areas that have grown up and we would create legislation to establish those councils,” Mr. Martin stated. POWER ERODED The proposed re-instatement and extension of this traditional model of governance would be welcomed in many quarters –not least by local

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Council approves application for €4m loan WATERFORD City and County Council gave its unanimous approval to seek a €4m loan. It is part of a business case for refinancing of the Council which was approved by the Council in July, 2014. The loan for €4m was proposed by Cllr. John Carey and seconded by Cllr. Damien Geoghegan and approved unanimously at the September meeting of the local authority.

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Stunning Dromana traces Blackwater and Egyptian links on October 16th Ancestor who survived several journeys on the Nile drowns on his doorstep . . . THE owner of one of Ireland’s most historic estates will trace how one of her ancestors survived sailing thousands of miles up and down the River Nile yet drowned on his doorstep in the Blackwater in the late 1800s as part of a not to be missed conference at her home on Sunday, October 16th. Barbara Grubb and her family are busy preparing Dromana House and Gardens in Cappoquin, Waterford, for ‘From the Blackwater to the Nile: Adventurers, Scholars, and Travel Writers’. The after-

noon of history and culture begins with 12.30 p.m. lunch and will be opened by her Excellency Soha Gendi, Egyptian Ambassador to Ireland. Dr. Rachel Finnegan, formerly of Waterford Institute of Technology and Dr. Willie Fraher from Waterford County Museum are the speakers at the October 16th event, which includes lunch, a short harp recital, the conference and a chance to explore the Dromana grounds on an autumn day. Admission is €40 per person or €70 per couple and pre-booking is

essential on www.dromanahouse.com Part of the afternoon will focus on Barbara Grubb's ancestor, Henry Windsor Villiers-Stuart. A Victorian expert on Egypt, he made several long visits to the country. “He was also Waterford's MP at Westminster in the days before Ireland won its independence,” Barbara Grubb explained. Henry's first visited Egypt to study places mentioned in the Bible, but he quickly became an authority on the country's problems, she added. “It's amaz-

ing that he travelled for hundreds of miles up and down the Nile – and survived. It sweeps down from deep in Africa.Think of the current - you wouldn't want to fall in. Henry Villiers-Stuart's death was a sad accident a lot closer to home. “He sailed his own steam yacht on the Blackwater. He'd built it to showcase Irish manufacturing. On October 12th, 1895, he brought the launch right up to Dromana, instead of disembarking at Villierstown Quay, which would have been much safer.

Barbara Grubb relaxes at Dromana with her mother, Emily Villiers-Stuart. "Landing at the Dromana boat house meant transferring to a small boat in midstream. This could be dangerous. Two men had drowned there the previous year. Unluckily, Henry lost his footing and fell into the river. The irony is that he

Road Safety is not a Game! THAT’S what the Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club want to remind us all as they use National Road Safety week (October 3rd-9th) to highlight their activities during the year ahead in the post primary schools of Waterford, South Tipperary and Kilkenny. Motorsport Ireland’s “Keep the Race in its Place” campaign is part of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile’s (FIA) support of the UN decade of action to save lives on the road and is aimed particu-

larly at drivers aged from 17 to 24. On a local level the Carrick-onSuir Motor Club have been actively promoting the campaign since its inception in 2011 at their many events and through their school visits which are aimed primarily at Transition Year students. The club members not only share the statistics of those injured, disabled and killed on Irish roads through speed but they will also bring along a road car and a rally car to the school with the sole objec-

tive of simply explaining the differences between normal road driving and competitive driving that the students might try to replicate on the public roads now or in the future. The two cars will be used to demonstrate just how vulnerable drivers and passengers are in a standard vehicle compared to that of a specially prepared car for competition use. Students will not only learn about the extra safety elements in

the construction of the rally car but they will also get the chance to experience first-hand being strapped into its competition seats while wearing a helmet with a head and neck support device. The club run entirely by volunteers will also use the opportunity to emphasize the amount OF work that goes into ensuring motorsport events run safely in a controlled environment very different from anything the students will encounter during their everyday driving.

Showing their support for the campaign with Carrick on Suir Motor Club members Billy Collins, Sarah Morohan, James Coleman, Jamie Kent and Patrick Power as they launched their school year programme were Garda Leandra Pollard, Garda Michelle Egan, Jemma Jacob (Road Safety Officer Waterford City & County Council) and Majella Gleeson (CBS Carrick-on-Suir) which will be the first visit of the school year on October 6th. In order to spread the “Keep the Race in its Place” message throughout the catchment area of the club they are planning to reach as many schools as possible in the months ahead.

drowned not because the Blackwater was too deep, but because it was too shallow. Local people had campaigned for years to have the river dredged, so that Cappoquin could become an inland port. Henry got stuck in the mud on the

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riverbed, and was sucked down under the water.” The conference at Dromana takes place on the anniversary of Henry's funeral, October 16th. For more on the conference, visit www.dromanahouse.com

Know Your Rights Paternity Benefit Question: My partner and I are expecting a baby in September. Can I claim the new Paternity Benefit? Are there any other benefits I can claim? Answer: Paternity Benefit is a new payment for employed and self-employed people who are on paternity leave from work and covered by social insurance (PRSI). The PRSI classes that count for Paternity Benefit are A, E, H (with the exception of serving members of the Defence Forces) and S (self-employed). Paternity Benefit is paid for two weeks (in one block) and is available for any child born or adopted on or after 1 September 2016. You can start paternity leave at any time within the first 6 months following the birth or adoption placement. If you are already getting certain social welfare payments, then you may get half-rate Paternity Benefit. You must notify your employer four weeks before you intend to go on paternity leave (12 weeks if you are selfemployed). You must provide proof of the expected date of birth (this is a certificate from your spouse’s or partner’s doctor confirming when the baby is due) or confirmation of the birth if you are applying after the baby has been born. In the case of adoption, you must produce a certificate of placement. Paternity Benefit is available from 1 September 2016. You can apply online at mywelfare.ie for Paternity Benefit from 5 September 2016 (your payment will be backdated if necessary). You must have a Public Services Card to apply for Paternity Benefit. You can also claim up to 18 weeks of unpaid parental leave from work (until your child’s eighth birthday - or 16th if they have a disability). Both parents have a separate entitlement to 18 weeks’ parental leave. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below.

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

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Pictured at the official opening of Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell’s Constituency Office on Wolfe Tone Road (above Kiely’s Funeral Home) recently are, left to right: Jean O’Donnell; Eleanor and Peter Kiely; Independent Councillor Seamus O’Donnell; and Independent TD Deputy Mattie McGrath.

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The Location of Knee Cartilage Tear is important for Rehabilitation

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By Tomás Ryan, BSc.AHS, Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles A KNEE Cartilage Lesion injury is very much like a Pothole in the road, if it left untreated, it becomes bigger and deeper affecting the underlying bone, eventually developing into an Osteoarthritic joint. Cartilage cannot heel itself, hence in many cases we require surgical intervention to help to repair the cartilage. After surgery, it is very important for the Physio to know what area of the knee joint contains the now repaired cartilage as this will require a varying timescale of when Patient can fully walk. The Surgeon will outline this in their PostOperation Letter. There are 4 areas in the Knee where this surgery can take place with different Rehabilitation full weight-bearing Walking protocols applied to each; 1. Upper Knee Cap (Patella) – need to avoid deep squats and large knee bending, but can progress to Fullweight Bearing Walking earlier due to minimum amount of knee bending required for walking. 2. Lower Knee Cap – delayed progress to Full weight Bearing Walking, as the minimum knee bending that occurs with walking has maximum impact on the bottom half of the knee-cap hence which is surgically repaired cartilage site. 3. Front of Main Knee joint (Tibiofemoral Joint) – need to avoid early straightening of the knee in a Standing Position 4. The Rear of Knee Joint – Need to avoid early Weight Bearing Squatting of the knee joint – however progression to walking with limited knee bending is sufficient. Joe Power (GSK Cork Site Director) presenting a cheque to Orla Mulconry-Smith (‘Wish Mum’). Orla’s daughter Keela had a heart transplant when she was just 11 months old. Make-A-Wish granted her wish to go to Disney World Paris and meet the Disney princesses in 2012. Keela, who is included in the photograph, just started 2nd class recently.

OTHER FACTORS THAT NEED TO CONSIDERED WHEN CONSIDERING HOW EARLY TO COMMENCE WEIGHT BEARING EXERCISE POST SURGERY • Patients Age – Slower healing cartilage with Older Patients • Body Weight – requires a more gradual delayed return to full weight bearing • Sport Type – there is a higher demand on repaired cartilage tissue in impact sports • Cartilage Lesion Size - smaller defects frequently improve with rehabilitation • Surgical Repair Technique – there are 3 types of surgical repair technique that the Surgeon can use, with each having a different timeframe and protocol for commencing to Full Weight bearing on the knee joint • Cartilage quality – better recovery prognosis if the rest of the cartilage in the knee joint is healthy REMEMBER WE WOULD SUSPECT A KNEE CARTILAGE LESION INJURY IN PATIENTS WHO • Experience Knee pain at rest • Have had a recent Ligament or Meniscus Knee Injury • Where all other conditions have been ruled out • Where conservative clinic treatment for knee pain has failed Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

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Waterford Sinn Féin hosts Kevin Lynch weekend SINN Féin Waterford hosted a weekend of events in Waterford City on September 30th/October 1st to mark the death of Kevin Lynch on hunger strike in Long Kesh prison in 1981. Kevin’s association with Waterford goes back to the year of 1981 when he was a candidate in the General Election of that year getting 3,370 first preference votes. In attendance over the weekend were Pat Sheehan MLA and Raymond McCartney MLA who gave a first hand account of their experiences whilst also on hunger strike and who fasted for 55 days and 53 days respectively. They spoke following the screening of Bobby Sands; 66 days in Garter LaneTheatre in a discussion which was moderated by local journalist Dermot Keyes. Kevin’s sister Bridie along with his nieces from Dungiven joined the Kevin Lynch Republican Flute Band and other locals from the community, travelling to Waterford to partake in the

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Kevin Lynch Republican Flute Band in John Roberts Square, Waterford last weekend. weekend’s events. A large commemorative parade took place in Waterford City on Saturday afternoon with crowds travelling from all over the South East to march to remember Kevin’s legacy.The Carrick-on-Suir RFB were also in attendance. A Mayoral reception was held on Saturday evening for the visitors from Dungiven with presenta-

tions made to Kevin’s family and to members of the flute band named after him. A function took place in the Craftsman Bar on Saturday night where friendships were copper fastened and will last beyond the test of time. It is hoped to now make this a bi-annual event with a return journey already being planned to Dungiven next August.

Metropolitan Mayor John Hearne makes a presentation to Bridie Lynch on behalf of Waterford. Included (l. to r.): Deputy David Cullinane TD, Cllr. Breda Brennan, Cllr. Jim Griffin, Dermot Power, Ollie Stapleton, Cllr. Cathal Ó hOisín, East Derry.

Deputy Cullinane said: “Ireland is at a crossroads. We need serious capital investment yet the minority Fine Gael/Independent Government is committed to cuts in taxes and the further privatisation and the downgrading of essential services. The current level of public investment is simply too low to provide the housing, services and infrastructure that is so desperately needed. "The need for public investment has been highlighted by groups and organisations as diverse as IBEC, ESRI, NERI, TASC, the EU Commission, the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Social Justice Ireland. "Sinn Féin is committed to a sustainable capital investment programme, one that sees housing, health. Education and transport as essential social and economic pillars. Our plan would bring public investment to 2.5% of gnp in 2017. This is the base from which to rebuild our society after the devastation of Fianna Fáil’s bank bailout and Fine Gael’s austerity agenda. "Our plan is fully costed and fully achievable. "This is about investing in people, in our economy, and in our communities. Now is the time to invest.”

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Cllr. John O'Leary and Deputy Mary Butler TD making a presentation to Fianna Fail Leader Micheál Martin TD at the official opening of Mary’s constituency office in O'Connell Street, [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Dungarvan last Monday afternoon.

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An Chúirt Dúiche … Dungarvan District Court Bench warrants issued FAILING to appear in court last week resulted in a bench warrant being issued for the arrest of a Waterford man. Michael O'Reilly (20) with an address at Bay 1, Williamstown Way, Airport Road, Waterford, is accused of alleged road traffic offences at Richard A.Walsh Street, Dungarvan, on 16th December, 2015, which includes an allegation of not having insurance at the time. There was no valid reason for the accused's absence from last week's Dungarvan District Court and Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin issued a bench warrant for his arrest. ********** A DUBLIN man who failed to appear at last week's Dungarvan District Court had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. Josh Martin (22) with an address at 26 Barnamore Park, Finglas, Dublin 11, is accused of alleged road traffic offences at the Causeway, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 1st May, 2016, which includes an allegation of not having insurance at the time. With no valid reason for the accused's absence from court, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin issued a bench warrant for his arrest. ********** A CLONMEL man accused of allegedly making off without payment at a local restaurant had a bench warrant issued for his arrest when he failed to appear in court last week. Thomas Doyle (39) with an address at 8 Pearse Park, Clonmel, is accused of allegedly making off without payment from the Tannery Restaurant, Quay Street, Dungarvan, on 3rd January, 2015.

With no valid reason for the accused's absence from last week's Dungarvan District Court, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin issued a bench warrant for his arrest. ********** A WATERFORD man who failed to appear in court last week had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. John Maher (25) with an address at 17 The Crescent, John's Park, Waterford, is accused of allegedly being in possession of a controlled substance for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Garrahylish, Lemybrien, on 26th March, 2016. With no valid reason for the accused's absence from last week's Dungarvan District Court, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin issued a bench warrant for his arrest. ********** FAILING to appear at last week's Dungarvan District Court resulted in a bench warrant being issued for the arrest of a Dungarvan woman. Kim Bray (25) with an address at 47 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, faces a number of allegations, including alleged handling of stolen property at T. F. Meagher Street, Dungarvan, on 26th November, 2015; alleged theft from Dunnes Stores, Dungarvan, on 10th November, 2015; and an allegation of assault and an alleged public order offence at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan, on 26th August, 2014. With no valid reason for the accused's absence from court last week, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin issued a bench warrant for her arrest.

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Fines for Kilmac’ man who gave Gardaí the ‘two-finger salute’ A KILMACTHOMAS man who was displaying 'an element of bravado' when he gave the Gardaí the 'two-finger salute' with both hands was fined for public order offences last week. Shane Whelan (26) with an address at 23 Riverview Estate, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act; being intoxicated in public, contrary to

Section 4 of the Public Order Act; and failing to give his name and address to the Gardaí, contrary to Section 24 of the Public Order Act, at the Square, Kilmacthomas, on 31st January, 2016. Outlining the case at last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said a Garda patrol came across the accused and two females at around 12.30 a.m. on the night in question. “The accused was involved in an argument

with the two females and as they walked away, the accused continued to shout abuse,” said Insp. Nolan. “When the Gardaí came upon the scene, the accused gave the 'two-finger salute' with both hands. When questioned, he refused to give his name and address. The accused was in an extremely intoxicated state,” said Insp. Nolan. “He resisted arrest and had to be placed in handcuffs. He later give his details at the Garda Station.”

Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client had been prescribed medication for a concussion he suffered the previous week, and had mixed the medication and alcohol on the night. “The medication he was on and the drink precipitated this irresponsible behaviour,” said Mr. Gordon. “There was an element of bravado in it, because of the presence of the two females. “The two females had asked him to quieten down, but he reacted to that.

“My client has no previous convictions and has never been in trouble before and apologises for his behaviour.” Mr. Gordon said his client is employed. Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin handed down a €200 fine for the charge of using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place; a €150 fine for refusing to give name and address; and marked the intoxication in public charge as proven and taken into consideration.

Dungarvan man found with cocaine told he should have ‘better sense’ A 33-YEAR-old Dungarvan man found with a bag of cocaine was told by the District Judge that he should be old enough to have better sense. Gerard Moore, with an address at 1 Convent Lodge, Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of the cocaine for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 9th December, 2015. At last week's Dungarvan District

Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that Gardaí searched the accused's home on the date in question and found a clear plastic bag which contained a white powder substance. “The accused admitted it was cocaine for his own personal use. He was co-operative with Gardaí,” said Insp. Nolan. The court heard the accused has three previous convictions, but none for any drugs offences.

Solicitor David Burke said his client's previous convictions are historic and asked the court not to take those into consideration. “He has turned his life around. It was a bit of foolish experimentation on the night in question. It was a once-off and it will not happen again,” Mr. Burke said. “He is employed and working hard.” Mr. Burke pleaded with the court to give his client a change and

to make a donation to the court poor box. Judge Ní Chonduin adjourned the case to 9th November, 2016, for a €250 donation to the court poor box. “He is old enough to have better sense at this stage,” said Judge Ní Chonduin. “If he pays the donation, I'll strike out the charge. If not, I'll convict him of the offence and fine him,” she added.

Man who admitted theft is described as ‘living nightmare’ for his family A DUNGARVAN man with 112 previous convictions who pleaded guilty to a theft of a bottle of vodka was described by the District Judge as a “shocking example and living nightmare for his family”. Paul Harty (35) with an address at the halting site, Shandon, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Lidl, Dungarvan, on 24th March, 2016. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that the accused

entered Lidl and took a bottle of vodka, valued at €13.99, placed the bottle up his top, and left the store without paying. “He was subsequently stopped by staff and he handed back the bottle of vodka. He was later questioned by Gardaí and admitted the theft offence, which was captured on CCTV, but he said he couldn't remember it,” said Insp. Nolan. Insp. Nolan said the accused as 112 previous convictions for various offences, including some

for similar theft offences. Solicitor Niall King said his client is well known to the courts. “He suffers from a severe drink problem and his theft offences are related to bottles of alcohol,” said Mr. King. “All the theft attempts are very amateur and blatantly obvious – he carries them out when he is drunk. He would go into the supermarket and make no attempt to conceal his behaviour, and just walk out with the items. The bottle of alcohol was

recovered by staff this time.” Mr. King said his client is a separated man, and the father of six children. He said the accused is awaiting an appointment in Waterford to deal with his long-term alcohol problem. Judge Ní Chonduin described the accused as “a living nightmare for his family”. “He must be a disappointment to his family and he is a shocking example – there is nothing good to say about this man,” she

said. The accused responded: “I'm sorry, it won't happen again”. The sum of €30 was handed over as compensation for the theft and the theft offence was discharged under Section 1 (1) of Probation Against Offenders Act. “Stay out of the shops!” Judge Ní Chonduin said. “I don't want to see you in here again. Go out the door quietly and go straight home!” Judge Ní Chonduin added, which the accused complied with.

Small quantity of cannabis found in vehicle parked by woods GARDAÍ discovered a small quantity of cannabis in a vehicle which was parked at the entrance to a woods in County Waterford. Johnny Kent (37) with an address at Ballinasisla, Bonmahon, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his

own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Crough, Kilmacthomas, on 10th March, 2016. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that a Garda patrol

came across a vehicle parked at the entrance to Crough Woods, Kilmacthomas, on the date in question. “When they approached the vehicle, Gardaí detected the smell of cannabis. The occupants were searched and a cigarette joint was discovered,”

said Insp. Nolan. “The accused admitted the joint was his, for his own personal use.” Insp. Nolan said the accused has no previous convictions and has not come to any Garda attention since. Solicitor Niall King said it

was a bit of experimentation by his client. “He is not a recreational user of cannabis and since that night he doesn't want to see any drugs of any sort. He has learned his lesson and will not come before the court again,” said Mr. King.

Mr. King said his client is 37 years of age. “He is old enough to have a bit of sense,” said Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin. A donation of €250 was made to the court poor box and Judge Ní Chonduin struck out the charge.

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Burglary charge struck out after accused worked for Tidy Towns for 12 months Clodagh O'Shea from Blackwater Community School, Lismore, taking a ‘selfie’ with Fianna Fáil Leader Deputy Micheál Martin at the 2016 National Ploughing Championships, Screggan, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. [Conor McCabe Photography]

A DUNGARVAN man who was directed by the District Court to work for the local Tidy Towns committee for 12 months had a charge of burglary struck out of court. Eoin Paul Ducey (34) unemployed, with an address at 85 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, had

pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to a charge of burglary at 32 Byrneville, Dungarvan, on 24th September, 2013. The court heard at the time that the accused did not enter the house, but was “keeping sketch” or being “look out” on the night of the burglary.

The case was adjourned for one year to see how the accused behaves, and to offer himself to Dungarvan Tidy Towns Committee to work in the community. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin was told there was a letter from

Dungarvan Tidy Towns Committee confirmed the accused worked for the group for the past 12 months. Solicitor David Burke said his client has settled down and has remained out of trouble. Judge Ní Chonduin struck out the charge.

Gardaí detected smell of Man who stole cosmetics cannabis from vehicle ‘not a good example for his child’ THE smell of cannabis emanating from a vehicle resulted in a Dungarvan woman being charged with drugs possession. Síle Coffey (21) with an address at 1 Marine View, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for her own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Bayview, Dungarvan, on 22nd December, 2015. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that a Garda patrol stopped a vehicle at around 10.25 p.m. on the night in question.

He said the vehicle contained four occupants and there was a strong smell of cannabis detected. Following a search a small quantity of cannabis was found in the accused's handbag. “She was co-operative and owned up to possession of the substance immediately,” said Insp. Nolan. “She has no previous convictions and we don't expect to see her before the courts again,” Insp. Nolan added. Solicitor Niall King said his client is in full-time employment and hopes to travel abroad with her partner sometime in the future. “She took responsibility for the

cannabis on behalf of the occupants of the vehicle,” said Mr. King. He said his client was “experimenting” with the substance at the time. “She is a young lady who has a career ahead of her, which could be curtailed if she receives a conviction for drugs possession, and so would her travel prospects,” said Mr. King. Responding, Judge Ní Chonduin said: “With a drugs conviction, she wouldn't get as far as the plane!” A €250 donation was made to the court poor box and Judge Ní Chonduin struck out the charge, commenting: “I hope she won't be as foolish again!”

Probation report sought on man who made threatening call to ex-partner A PROBATION Service report was sought on a Dungarvan man who made a threatening telephone call to his ex-partner. John Paul O'Brien (31) with an address at 35 Congress Villas, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to making a threatening call to his ex-partner, contrary to Section 13 of the Post Office (Amendment) Act, on 30th August, 2015. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that a complaint was made by the injured party that she received a

threatening phone call from her ex-partner, John Paul O'Brien. Insp. Nolan said the accused is the father of two children with the injured party. He said the accused was later arrested and he made certain admissions to the offence. The accused has no previous convictions. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client suffers from depression which precipitates his psoriasis. “My client did make the call to his ex-partner, who is the mother of his two children,” said Mr. Gordon. “He was agitated at the

time.There has been nothing untoward since. My client acknowledges what he said wasn't savoury,” Mr. Gordon said. Judge Ní Chonduin told the accused that his children are at a very impressionable age. “If you are having problems in the family, the family law courts are there for both sides and don't be taking the law into your own hands,” said Judge Ní Chonduin. “I'm sure the injured party was terrified when you picked up the phone to her. “If I convict you of this charge, I am giving you a

criminal conviction for your stupidity.” Judge Ní Chonduin sought a Probation Service report on the accused. “If it is favourable, I will consider striking out the charge,” she said. She directed the accused to give an undertaking under oath never to make a similar threatening, abusive call to his expartner ever again, which the accused did. “If you break that undertaking, I'll jail you!” Judge Ní Chonduin warned the accused. She adjourned the case to 8th February, 2017.

A 33 YEAR-old man who has 45 previous convictions was told he is not a good example to his child, after he pleaded guilty to another theft offence. Aleksandrs Grebnovs, with an address at Roxborough Close, The Rock, Midleton, Cork, pleaded guilty to theft from Sam McCauley Chemist, Dungarvan, on 7th May, 2015. At last week's Dungarvan District Court Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that the accused entered the chemist on the date in question and took a quantity of cosmetics, placed them into a bag and left the shop without paying. CCTV was viewed and the accused was later identified. “The accused made admissions when interviewed. The property was not recovered,” said Insp. Nolan. Insp. Nolan said the accused has 45 previous convictions, many of which relate to similar theft offences. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client acknowledges his previous convictions. He said his client has been living in Ireland for 12 years, and is married with one child.

Mr. Gordon said his client did serve some time in prison as a result of previous theft offences. He said his client “clearly has a problem with alcohol” and is willing to pay the €30 compensation to the chemist for the items he stole. Mr. Gordon said his client has obtained a job working in the construction business. Judge Ní Chonduin stated: “He's not much good as an example to his child”. “This accused has spent time in custody and the level of theft by his is unreal,” said Judge Ní Chonduin. She said the accused did not give any consideration to the shopkeeper affected or the impact on a small local shop by the theft or potential job losses such actions could incur. She directed the accused to pay €60 in compensation by the 12th October, 2016, pointing out that if the money is paid, she will discharge the theft offence under Section 1 (1) of Probation Against Offenders Act. If not paid, she said the accused would be convicted of the theft charge.

Fine imposed for theft of cider A DUNGARVAN woman was fined last week for theft from a local retailer. Yvonne O'Brien (29) unemployed, with an address at 58 O'Connell Street, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Walsh's Spar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 15th May, 2016. Inspector David Nolan told last week's Dungarvan District Court that the accused entered the shop on the date in question and

took a bottle of cider, valued at €3.99 and left the shop without paying. “The accused lived adjacent to the shop. She made a full admission and was co-operative when questioned by Gardaí,” Insp. Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin. The court heard the accused has 24 previous convictions, four of which are for similar theft offences. Solicitor David Burke

said his client's life “was in serious turmoil at the time” and his client has a serious drug addiction. “She is on a methadone programme now. This incident was 'a slip',” Mr. Burke said. “She is back living with her parents.” Judge Ní Chonduin handed down a €50 fine and warned the accused: “If you come before me again I'll place you in custody, with a record like that!”

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Waterford man found with cannabis ordered to make poor box donation A WATERFORD man who was found with a small quantity of cannabis had his case adjourned so he can make a donation to the court poor box. John McGrath (20) with an address at 38 Poleberry,Waterford, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Dungarvan Garda Station on 20th April, 2014. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said the accused was arrested in relation to a public order offence at around 3.00 a.m. on the night in question and brought to Dungarvan Garda Station. Following a search at the Garda Station a small quantity of cannabis was found on the accused. Insp. Nolan said the substance had a street value of approximately €10.00.

The accused was co-operative with Gardaí and has no previous convictions. “He has not come to any Garda attention since and we have no further concerns about him,” Insp. Nolan said. Solicitor David Burke described it as “a foolish mistake on my client's part”. “He deeply regrets it. My client is now in part-time employment in Waterford and a conviction could jeopardise his employment,” Mr. Burke said. Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin said if a €250 donation is paid to the court poor box, she will strike out the charge. Adjourning the case to 9th November, 2016, she said she would convict and fine the accused if the donation is not paid, commenting that young people getting involved with drugs was foolish behaviour, as it could jeopardise their future employment and travel prospects.

Pictured with Fianna Fáil Leader Micheál Martin TD was Shane Bennet and Kevin Callaghan from O'Callaghan Hurleys, County Waterford at the 2016 National Ploughing Championships, Screggan, Tullamore, Co Offaly. [Conor McCabe Photography]

Theft offence discharged under the Probation Act A MAN who admitted stealing a bottle of whiskey from a local retailer was discharged under the Probation Act last week. Eoin Wyer (41) with an address at Camden Hall Hostel, 1 Upper Camden

Street, Dublin 2, pleaded guilty to theft from Walsh's Spar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 18th March, 2015. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said Gardaí investi-

gated the theft of a bottle of whiskey, valued at €24.99, taken from Walsh's Spar on the date in question. After viewing CCTV the accused was identified and subsequently arrested. The court heard the

accused has 11 previous convictions, seven of which are for similar theft offences. Solicitor David Burke said his client's life has been blighted by abuse of alcohol and drugs, which led to him being home-

less. Mr. Burke said his client was previously studying an art and psychology degree at Trinity College, Dublin, “but he blew it due to his addiction to alcohol and drugs”. Mr. Burke said his client

also had a recent health scare, and has been admitted to long-term care in England. “My client realises his behaviour on the day was out of order, but his recall of events is zero,” said Mr. Burke. “It was a 'grab and

dash' offence.” The court heard that the accused has paid over compensation to the shop. Judge Ní Chonduin discharged the theft offence under Section 1 (1) of Probation Against Offenders Act.

Drugs charge struck out A POSSESSION of drugs charge was struck out against a Dungarvan man last week after he made a donation to the court poor box. Shane Griffin (24) with an address at 1B Fr.Twomey Road, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty to a charge of possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at

Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 8th April, 2015. The case was heard at a previous sitting of the District Court and adjourned for a €250 donation to the court poor box. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin noted the accused has paid the donation and struck out the drugs charge.

Criminal damage charge struck out AN Abbeyside man who damaged a neighbour's car using a golf club had a charge of criminal damage struck out after he made a donation to the court poor box. Paul Cahill (35) with an address at 9 McCarthyville, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to criminal damage at 58 Kyne Park, Abbeyside,

Dungarvan, on 11th December, 2012. The case was adjourned to allow the accused to gather a €400 donation to the court poor box and for a Probation Service report. At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Aingeal Ní Chonduin that the accused has paid compensation to the injured party and has “not come to

any Garda attention in quite some time”. Solicitor David Burke said his client has behaved himself and paid the donation to the court poor box. He said the Probation Service report on his client “is positive”. Judge Ní Chonduin struck out the charge, commenting:“If this young man has any sense, he'll stay out of trouble”.

2016 Solas Cancer Support Centre South East Run and Walk for Life – Pictured from (left to right) are Vinnie Bradley (Beat Breakfast), Emma Reynolds (HR Manager representing medal sponsor APSI), Ciaran McGrath (Director representing medal sponsor APSI), Niall Power (Beat Breakfast). [John Power]

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Update on Grattan Square works JUNCTION at Mary Street - We are four weeks into the work being carried out at the Mary Street which has an estimated 5 week time frame. A oneway system is in operation during this time into Grattan Square. Signage will indicate this. It is certain delays will be caused during this time. TF Meagher Street – Footpath works have started from BOI to the next junction (beyond Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds). This work involves kerbing along the edges of the pavement and defining a loading bay. Snagging is taking place all over the Square for the next few weeks. It is currently happening on Main Street. Work on Mary Street started Monday, 5th September. The pedestrian crossing from Scanlon’s Yard Car Park to the opposite side of the road (Shaws) is prioritised to start and work will move down towards the junction. Plans have been modified based on communication from traders and observations on people’s habits. The footpath on The Specsavers side of the street will stay the same size and will not be extended. The Council are still working on a resurfacing spec and so it is not sure

when exactly this work will take place. It is expected work on Mary Street will continue until 11th November. Education Campaign – the Chamber has requested an educational campaign and signage to communicate with the general public that Dungarvan is now a ‘Shared Urban Space’ and what this entails. Extra Bike Parking -The Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber has requested extra bike parking be available on Grattan Square following observation on the demand for the bike racks on the newly built Plaza area outside the bank of Ireland. ESB Points – following requests from the Chamber for more ESB points on the new Plaza, these will be added in the coming weeks. Based on the current plans Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber is preparing for a minimum completion date mid November 2016. Wills Brothers Construction Business Liaison Person is the Foreman Jim Gilbert 087 2074913. Smarter Travel Engineer is Jimmy Mansfield 0761102020. Please contact either or both parties with issues you are having.

Eoin Lynch (Cotton Ball Brewery), Seamus O'Hara (The Carlow Brewing), Cormac O'Dwyer (Dungarvan Brewery), Sam Black (Black’s Kinsale Brewery), Shane Murphy (Rising Sons Brewery), Michael Creedon (Bradley's Office Licence), Grainne Walsh (Metalman Brewery), Adrinne Heslin (West Kerry Brewery), Fiona Savage (Metalman Brewery), John Power (8 Degrees Brewery) and Cuilan Loughnane (White Gypsy Brewery) pictured as the Independent Craft Brewers of Ireland launch the official symbol for Independent Irish Craft Beer. For further information view: www.irishbeer.ie [Gerard McCarthy]

Council praises successful festival C O M E R A G H Municipal District Council congratulated the organisers of this year’s Comeraghs Wild Festival on a hugely successful event. Speaking at the September meeting of the local authority, Cathaoirleach Cllr. John O’Leary said it was “an outstanding weekend of many events” and the festival “is firmly established and here to stay”. “Well done to all involved,” he said.

Cllr. Liam Brazil, who is also a member of the Comeragh Wild Festival, asked that a letter of congratulations be sent to the organising committee for all their work. “The committee did great work to organise the festival and keep it going,” said Cllr. Brazil. “Because this year we found it very hard to get going. But it was successful,” he said. Other Councillors echoed the sentiments expressed.

Pay equality and infrastructure investment key for the future

- Cullinane

DAVID Cullinane TD, Sinn Féin Spokesperson for Public Expenditure and Reform, said Sinn Féin is committed to delivering public investment and a future for all. Speaking at the launch of Sinn Féin’s alternative budget, Deputy Cullinane said: “Sinn Féin would provide an additional €1.2 billion in public capital funds for key areas of health, housing, education and transport to address the serious capacity issues in our public services and public infrastructure. "The need for public investment has been highlighted by groups and organisations as diverse as IBEC, ESRI, NERI, TASC, the EU Commission, the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Social Justice Ireland. "We need to invest to provide for economic and social growth tomorrow and to prepare for the challenges that Brexit will bring. "The Government’s Capital Investment Plan puts capital investment at just 1.9 percent of GNP in 2017. "Given almost ten years of under-investment and unmet demographic pressures, this shockingly low level of capital investment is reckless and unsustainable.

"Our capital investment plan is equivalent to 2.5% of GNP for 2017. This is the base from which to rebuild our society after the devastation of Fianna Fáil’s bank bailout and Fine Gael and Labour’s austerity agenda. "Many of those working in the public sector have been under increasing pressure in recent years due to pay cuts, increased taxes, cuts to allowances and cut to payments of public sector pensions. In Budget 2017 we would begin to tackle this by reintroducing certain public sector allowances for new and recent Teachers, Nurses, Doctors and Garda. "We also propose to combine the Public Service Pension Reduction amendments for 2017 and 2018 into a one year adjustment for those on a gross pension income band on or below €34,132 per year. "Sinn Féin would also make the public sector a living wage employer. "I am proud of our alternative budget, and proud to be a member of the only party in this state that has the energy and vision to tackle head-on the structural investment issues we face today, and to begin the process of addressing pay inequality in the public sector."

Mayor of Waterford thanks Tidy Towns Committees for their hard work Never Miss the Wonder in your life, get your eyes tested for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Free eye testing for AMD was provided by the Novartis mobile testing unit at the Ardkeen Shopping Centre today. Age-Related Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in those aged over 50 in Ireland, and the mobile testing unit will visit Cork, Dublin, Galway, Limerick and Waterford offering free eye testing during AMD Awareness Week which runs from 19th to 25th September. For more information please visit AMD.ie AMD Awareness Week is a nationwide health initiative driven by the NCBI - the national sight loss organisation, Fighting Blindness, the Irish College of Ophthalmologists (ICO), the Association of Optometrists Ireland (AOI), and Novartis Ireland. Pictured (l. to r.) are: Margaret and David Walsh from Clashmore, Co. Waterford, Optometrist Sandra Hogan and Optometrist Helen Clark. [Dylan Vaughan]

FOLLOWING Waterford’s success at the recent SuperValu Tidy Towns awards, Cllr. Adam Wyse remarked: “I want to say a heartfelt well done to all the volunteers who continue to work hard to improve and maintain high presentation standards in your villages and

towns across Waterford City and County”. “We did exceptionally well in the 2016 results and in particular I want to commend Kilmacthomas which achieved the county’s highest improvement on 2015 results – that is a huge achievement in my opinion,” he said.

Waterford has a proven track record in the Super Valu Tidy Towns awards and Mayor Wyse welcomes the contribution made by volunteers in maintaining and developing the City and County to the very highest standards achievable nationally.

PICTORIAL

Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Thomas Horgan, Dungarvan Transport; Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber and Shane Connors, Connors & Co. Chartered Accountants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Eamon and Michael Moore, Mary Phelan, Moore Independent Financial Consultants with Guest Speaker, John Moloney. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Claire Morrissey, Tracy Quinlan, Morgan McKinley; Mary Ryan, Right Hand HR and Mary Beresford. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Vicky Wall, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Breda O'Brien, Lismore Accountants; Ann Marie Rossiter, President and Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Liam Keating, Deise Greenway Bike Hire; Joe Roche, Joe Roche Glass & Glazing and Rachel and Maurice Kiely, Domestic Appliances and Repair. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants after business hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Michael Moore, Moore Independent Financial Consultants; Diarmuid Horgan, Dungarvan Transport; Brendan O'Dwyer, Dwyer & Co. and Paul O'Gorman, Permanent TSB. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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David Cullinane TD challenges Health Minister on status of UHW David Cullinane, Sinn Féin TD for Waterford challenged the Minister for Health over the contradictions between the status of University Hospital Waterford in the Higgins Report and its status in the recent Herity Report. Deputy Cullinane said: “The Minister’s statement on the Herity Report contradicts the Higgins Report, which underpins the actual regional policy. “In 2013, Higgins recommended, and the government accepted, a commitment to make Waterford a university teaching hospital, a commitment to 24/7 cardiology services and retention of tertiary services. “The fundamental issue here is that the government is not following through in its prior commitments. It seems they are re-writing policy and making assumptions on the catchment area the hospital covers. “The Minister is changing the goalposts and appears to be using the terms of reference it drew up for the Herity Report to do so. It now seems that the people of the Southeast were misled in assurances given in the Higgins Report “Dr. Herity could only work within the terms of reference he was given. This is not a criticism of the work he did. “It is, however, a criticism of the terms of reference drawn up for the Herity Report. “This issue can only be settled through a calm and sober reflection on the actual clinical needs of the South East. The Minister needs to come clean as to the status of University Hospital and do so quickly. “I have been consistent in calling for that approach and I will continue to support such an approach. “But it is not fair to say in 2013 there is in effect a clinical need in the South East for 24/7 cardiology services but to then argue in 2016 that this is not in fact the case.”

Prepare now for Winter motoring conditions NOW is the time to prepare your car for the Winter conditions that lie ahead, tyre manufacturer Michelin advises. Against the backdrop of survey results conducted by them showing that sixty per cent of motorists drive with tyres that are underinflated, it is noted that, with normal tyres, low temperatures can harden the tread, reducing grip on slippery surfaces. In Winter, when temperatures can drop below 7˚C, the advice is that motorists would fit tyres designed specifically for Winter conditions with compounds that remain flexible to improve grip and braking. In this respect, the launch recently of their Michelin CrossClimate has put the French tyre maker ahead of the curve. Made to perform equally well on sun-baked roads in Summer and on snow-covered roads in Winter, the new CrossClimate tyre is billed as the first Summer tyre to be independently certified for Winter use. Available in 30 different sizes for 14 to 18-inch wheels, the CrossClimate tyre is the fruit of three technologies - an innovative compound that grips the road in all conditions; an energy-efficient, under-tread layer with low heat build-up properties; and a unique ‘V’- pattern tread with varying ‘vee’ angles and self-locking, variable-width sipes that act like claws in snow to enhance traction. A study conducted by Michelin during the course of its development revealed that 65 percent of European motorists use summer tyres all year round. In Germany - where regulations require Winter tyres - the figure was 20 percent while in France, where no regulations apply, the figure was 76 percent. Out of every 10 European motorists, four considered it a constraint to change tyres in summer and winter, while three percent of drivers in Germany and seven percent in France use winter tyres all year round.

Fitting a Michelin CrossClimate tyre - the first Summer tyre to be independently certified for Winter use.

NEWS

Surfing Senators, Tramore.

Civil Engagement Group makes a splash in Waterford at first Think-In FRIDAY, 23rd September, saw the first Think-In meeting of the Civil Engagement Group, a coalition of 6 senators working together in the 25th Seanad to give a voice to civil society and ensure a focus on equality, access and fairness in public governance. The technical group, formed after the most recent Seanad election is made up of fiv independents and one Green Party senator, who are working together to best effect lasting change in the current Seanad term. This natural alliance is based on

shared experience of working within civil society, activism and social movements and a common belief that civil society’s voice must be central in the shaping of policy development on issues including equality, care, education, health and mental health, disability, human rights and the environment. Senator Grace O’Sullivan, a native of Tramore, was delighted to welcome the other Senators to Waterford, with a morning strategy session in Dunmore East, a lunch meeting on

the Brian Ború out of Waterford City and a post meeting surfing excursion to Tramore strand. Grace - “It’s been a pleasure to welcome my fellow senators to Waterford for our first think-in.We’ve developed a rigorous and focused plan for the upcoming Seanad term, based on our shared concern for equality, access and fairness, and look forward to making the most of the current situation to improve Irish legislation and holding the government to account over its implementation”.

Waterford mentors honoured at Youth Justice Conference VOLUNTEER Mentors from Waterford were recognised for their work with young people and parents at Le Chéile’s National Volunteer Conference in Tipperary on Saturday, 24th September. The conference “Inspiring Change, Transforming Lives, was the first national volunteer conference hosted by Le Chéile which has 9 projects around Ireland, including the South East, which covers Waterford City and County, South Tipperary and South Wexford. The conference brought experts from all areas of youth justice, including the Garda Youth Diversion Programme, the Probation Service, Oberstown Children’s Detention School, with a keynote speech from Senator Lynn Ruane, who stressed the importance of every child benefiting from a mentor. Waterford mentors were honoured for their service at the conference, with special awards for volunteers Sinead Hennessey,Tommy Forristal and Shauna Fenton who were recognised for 10 years of volunteering with Le Chéile. This year, Le Chéile is expanding its service in Waterford, and has begun a pilot mentoring service for young people involved with the Garda Youth Diversion Programme, in partnership with Waterford Youth Service. Le Chéile is a youth justice charity which works with young people who offend or are at risk of offending through the provision of mentoring, restorative justice and family support services. Le Chéile is funded by the Irish Youth Justice Services through the Probation Service, as part of Ireland’s European Structural and Investment Funds Programme.

South East Volunteers

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Minister for Training, Skills and Innovation presents certificates to Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board Graduates OVER 70 learners at Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) were awarded with their Graduation Certificates by the Minister for Training, Skills and Innovation John Halligan, T.D., at the Waterford Training Centre on Friday, September 23rd, 2016. The graduates from all across the South-East region qualified in a range of disciplines including Manual Accounts and Payroll, Construction Skills, Technical Employability Skills, Horticulture, Office Administration, Cleanroom and Packaging, Training Delivery and Evaluation, Milling and Turning, Early Childhood Care and Education, Insurance

Practitioner Traineeship, Aircraft Floor Assembly, Traditional Stonewall, IT Applications and Hairdressing. Commenting at the graduation ceremony, Kevin Lewis, Chief Executive of Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board said, “These ceremonies are a high point in the year and a very proud occasion for Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board not only for our graduates but also for all of the staff. Our aim is to deliver training courses, which meet the needs of Industry, and to assist our learners to find sustainable jobs with good prospects. Receiving certification are learners from a course

WWETB ran in conjunction with Zurich Insurance Plc. As well as receiving a QQI Level 5 Award in Business Administration, the learners recently sat their 3rd Professional Insurance Exam with the Insurance Institute of Ireland and passing all three exams will make them APA qualified (Professional Certificate in Insurance). Six of these graduates are now employed by Zurich Insurance Plc across various divisions. Another graduate has secured an Insurance Apprenticeship and another has commenced employment with Revenue. In 2015, 2,020 learners achieved certification through training delivered and administered by Waterford and Wexford

Pictured at the Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) graduation ceremony is Leon Treacy with his wife Liz and daughters Faye and Rhiaa from Tramore.

Pictured at the Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) graduation ceremony were (l. to r.): John McGrath, Deirdre Denn and Colm Whelan.

Training Centres and we continue to focus on meeting the skills needs of the economy and industry while also increasing active inclusion. Everyone at WWETB would like to congratulate all of the graduates on their hard work, they should be very proud of what they have accomplished.” In his presentation of graduation certificates at the Waterford Training Centre Minister Halligan said, “Skills and education are critical to in order to enable our economy to grow and it is people like the graduates here who make the biggest contribution, it is very interesting that even during the recession, where we had 1,400 small to medium enterprises close

that we did have entrepreneurs stepping forward to help themselves and help the economy in establishing new enterprises. All of us here today have a part to play and every graduate here has already made a valuable contribution by achieving your certificate here today. We have to do what is best for the benefit of the economy and the area that we work in and I want to especially thank you all on your wonderful achievement, you should be very proud as you have achieved what very may people are not given the opportunity to do around the world. We are fortunate in Ireland that we have organizations like the ETB who make a valuable contribution to benefiting

Pictured at the Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) graduation ceremony were (l. to r.): Viera Jurkova, Kevin Dunphy (WWETB) and Dean Hanna.

the economy and giving everyone the opportunity for a better quality of life.” Elaine Hayes, People Development Consultant at Zurich Insurance Plc said, “We have had such a great experience working with WWETB on the Insurance Practitioner Traineeship programme. We were very impressed by the skillsets of the trainees taking part in the programme and also with the impact that the programme has had, not only on their development but also the positive impact on our business has been fantastic.” On 1st July, 2013, the 33 Vocational Education Committees (VECs) were dissolved and replaced by 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs). The ETBs

are established under and governed according to the Education and Training Boards Act 2013. Each ETB is a statutory body with its own corporate structure. On Monday, July 1st, 2013, Waterford and Wexford ETB (WWETB) was officially established. A variety of courses suitable for many different learners including jobseekers, people entering the workforce for the first time, early school leavers, people with disabilities, those wishing to change careers and people looking to refresh their knowledge or gain new skills are delivered by Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board, for further details see /waterfordwexford.etb.ie/

Pictured at the Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) graduation ceremony is Vera Swift making a presentation to Minister Halligan to mark the occasion of his visit for the ceremony.

Pictured at the Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) graduation ceremony were (l. to r.): Shay Cummins, Kevin Lewis, Nichola Long, Minister John Halligan, Jacqueline Sweeney, Joe Maher and John Cassidy.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Our record as a neutral country THERE are those at home and abroad who have criticised us heavily for maintaining a neutral position in the Second World War, failing to take account of our most recent history in those years, the record of the Black and Tans and the British Army beside whom our troops would have had to fight and our nonexistent economic capacity with which to fight a war. Our army strength in 1939 was less than 7,000 men. However, there is a role for the neutral country on the world stage; a place for a neutral army amidst military conflict, a role which Ireland and its Defence Forces have filled very effectively and for which they

have been regularly commended since joining the United Nations more than six decades ago. This has never been more apparent or effective than through the service of our Army and Naval personnel in theatres of war from the then Belgian Congo to the refugee strewn waters of the Mediterranean. For the past year and a half we have had a naval presence in the Mediterranean assisting and rescuing boatloads of refugees fleeing from the various war torn countries of the Middle East, most notably Iraq and Syria. This week, the Irish Times reported that at least 5,650

migrants were rescued on Monday as they tried to reach Europe on about 40 boats, one of the highest numbers in a single day, Italy’s coast guard said. According to the report, a spokeswoman said that at least nine migrants had died and a pregnant woman had been taken by helicopter to a hospital on the Italian island of Lampedusa, halfway between Sicily and the Libyan coast. One coast guard ship rescued about 725 migrants on a single rubber boat, one of some 20 rescue operations during the day. “Three are still under way and the spokeswoman said the number saved could reach 6,000

by the end of the day. “About 10 ships from the coast guard, the navy and humanitarian organisations were involved in the rescues, most of which took place some 30 miles off the coast of Libya.” As Ireland’s contribution, the LÉ Samuel Beckett has been involved in the search and rescue operation, and earlier on Monday – following a request from the Italian Maritime Rescue Co-Ordination Centre – the Irish naval ship located and rescued 128 people during two search and rescue operations. The first rescue operation commenced at 8.30 a.m. where 19 migrants were rescued from the water 42 nautical miles NE

of Tripoli. In a second operation, 109 migrants were rescued from a rubber craft and brought on board LÉ Samuel Beckett. Monday was the third anniversary of the sinking of a migrant boat off Lampedusa in which 386 people died. According to the International Organisation for Migration, around 132,000 migrants have arrived in Italy since the start of the year and 3,054 have died.” Over the past year and a half, Irish Naval personnel have been in the thick of the rescue and patrols and while this week’s Irish tally of 128 souls plucked from mortal danger may seem small in the contest of the overall

effort, it can be added to the several thousand other refugees saved since our ships first deployed to the Mediterranean. We are a small country with limited resources, but no one should dismiss our commitment as a nation, or the dedication and bravery of our service personnel, female and male who take on that unenviable task willingly and effectively. Through the near century of their existence, the record of our defence forces has been a proud and effective one at home and abroad and often a difficult and thankless one and they should be given adequate credit for that.

Two Waterford restaurants feature in Michelin Guide TWO Waterford restaurants - House Restaurant at Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, and Copper Hen in Fenor - have retained their Michelin Star and Bib Gourmand status respectively in the new Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2017 just published. Bib Gourmand awards recognise those establishments that offer good food at affordable prices of €40 or less for a three-course meal. Situated in an impressive cliff-side setting above Ardmore village, House Restaurant prides itself on its fine dining and spectacular sea views. Having opened its doors in 2010, Copper Hen offers a casual and fun dining experience using locally sourced produce and is located in Fenor village on the road between Tramore and Dungarvan. In total,10 restaurants enjoy Michelin Star status. Others that hold their awards from previous years are the Two Michelin star Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud and One Michelin star Chapter One, L’Ecrivain and The Greenhouse

(Dublin City), Aniar and Loam restaurants (Galway City) and Campagne and Lady Helen at Mount Juliet Hotel (Kilkenny). A new addition this year is Heron & Grey restaurant in Dublin’s Blackrock village. 15 other establishments retain their Bib Gourmand listing. They are: 1826 Adare (Adare, Co. Limerick); The Courthouse (Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan); Café Hans (Cashel, Co. Tipperary); Sha-Roe Bistro (Clonegal, Co. Carlow); Chart House (Dingle, Co. Kerry); Aldridge Lodge (Duncannon, Co.Wexford); Giovannelli (Killorglin, Co. Kerry); Bastion and Fishy Fishy (both Kinsale, Co. Cork); Wild Honey Inn (Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare) plus five recipients in Dublin City - Delahunt (Camden Street), Etto (Merrion Row), Pichet (Trinity Street), Pig’s Ear (Nassau Street) and Pigeon House (Clontarf). In Northern Ireland, two Belfast restaurants – Eipic on Howard Street and Ox on Oxford Street – have retained their Michelin star status. In addition, six Northern Ireland restaurants feature amongst the Bib Gourmand listings:

Deanes at Queens, Bar+Grill at James Street South and Home (all in Belfast), Old Schoolhouse Inn (Lisbane, Newtownards), Fontana (Holywood) and a new addition this year - Wine & Brine (Moira, Armagh). For the wider guidance of readers and visitors to Ireland, this year’s Michelin Guide lists a total of 371 establishments in the Republic of Ireland and 74 in Northern Ireland, including many that offer overnight accommodation. Speaking at its launch, Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland editor, Rebecca Burr, noted that this year’s edition highlights ‘the rich diversity and variety’ of Ireland’s restaurant scene. “Every year we actively seek out new candidates whilst reassessing restaurants already in the guide. Consistency is key," she said. Published last Monday by leading tyre manufacturer Michelin, the Great Britain & Ireland 2017 Guide is priced at €18.99 and is available in bookshops and at http://travel.michelin.co.uk/

Lismore Authors amongst new National Awards nominations By Christy Parker LISMORE writers Alan Murphy and Corina Duyn have been nominated for awards at the inaugural Carousel Aware Prize for Independent Authors (CAP Awards), later this month. The awards celebrate works published over the last five years and Lismore’s participation is unique in having two representatives from a total of just 23 authors nationwide. Alan Murphy is amongst the Young Adult nominees for his Prometheus Unplugged, described by one reviewer as a “light-hearted yet experimental, humorously allusive, music-themed poetry collection.” Aimed at the teenage market and illustrated with the writer’s distinctive collages, the book revolves around rock music, during which it somehow manages to link Greek mythology with the genre. Originally from Dublin, where he worked as a painter, Alan has lived in Lismore since 2007. He has performed his work at Electric Picnic, Poetry Now festival (Dun Laoghaire), the West Cork Literary Festival and at Immrama. Launched in 2014, Prometheus Unplugged is a successor to his Psychosilly and The Mona Lisa's On Our Fridge, also verse collections but designed for younger readers. The delighted author says the nomination has “brought the book back to life”, and he is looking forward to travelling to the Teacher’s Club in

Parnell Square for the ceremony. “It’s actually the same building where I launched my first book”, he adds. ART IN A BOX Corina Duyn will be hoping to top the Best Non-Fiction category with Into the Light. Described as an “artist book-in-a-wooden-box”, Into the Light comprises a collection of loose sheets, each of which depicts a short reflection on life with chronic illness/disability. Each sheet is supported by quotes from a compendium of writers and illustrated by Corina’s perceptive nature photos and artwork. The book largely relates to Corina’s ongoing battle with ME/CFS, a complex and debilitating medical condition epitomised by chronic fatigue and various other physical afflictions and which she contracted in 1998. Into the Light however also serves as a medium to address life’s challenges in general and amongst more, addresses the concepts of “fear, hope, acceptance, society’s attitudes, the power of creativity and instances of gratitude”, says the author. Dutch-born Corina has lived in Ireland & Lismore since 1990 following a career in nursing and social care. Also ca clay based artist, here sculptures hold a strong emphasis on mythology and are included in private and corporate collections across Europe, North America, Japan and Australia. The writer’s previous books, strongly influenced by her illness, were Hatched (2006), The Cirrus Chronicles (2009) and Little Wings

(2011). Corina too will travel to Dublin for the awards night and says being shortlisted came as a huge surprise.“I nearly jumped out of my wheelchair!”, she recalls. I’ve been very happy with how well the book is being received but this was just a wonderful bonus and further validation of years of working on creative projects.” Both writers will be vying with four rivals for the top honour in their respective categories with a major distribution deal as the prize. WRITING RETREAT The Carousel and Aware awards initiative was launched in January 2016 by Carolann Copeland, a Rathfarnham mother of three and founder of the Carousel Creates Writer’s retreat, which is situated amongst the Dublin Mountains. Ms Copeland says she initiated the awards “to showcase and serve recognition for the many Irish selfpublished authors and thus bring them to the attention of book shops, distributors and the wider media in Ireland and beyond.” The awards are in association with mental health support organisation Aware, to whom any money raised is allocated.The awards are supported by Dubray Books, Eason, Emu Ink Publishing, Books Ireland Magazine and In Tallaght Magazine. The CAP awards winners will be announced on Tuesday, 25th October, in The Teacher’s Club in Parnell’s Square, at 7.00 p.m. See www.writingcap.ie

SOUTH EASTERN

Public Consultation Day DRAFT FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT PLANS AND RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT REPORTS BLACKWATER, BUNCLODY, COURTOWN, ENNISCORTHY, GOREY, KILMORE, NEW ROSS, NORTH SLOBS, SOUTH SLOBS and WEXFORD TOWN, Co. Wexford Date

Tuesday 11th October 2016

Time

2:00pm – 7:00pm

Venue

Wexford Town Library, Mallin Street, Wexford Town, Co. Wexford

Are you interested in the draft Flood Risk Management Plans for your area? A public consultation is currently underway seeking public and stakeholder comments and observations on the measures now being proposed as the preferred and feasible measures, to address known significant flood risk for a particular area. At the public consultation events, members of the public can ask questions in relation to the draft Flood Risk Management Plans and related Environmental Assessment Reports that are specific to their particular area. Further details on the draft Flood Risk Management Plans consultation process, including the date by which observations or comments are required, are now available on the website: www.opw.ie/FloodPlans

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IN MEMORIAM

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

In Memoriam

AYLWARD (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Cecilia Aylward (nee Boland), late of St. Anne’s Terrace, Kilmacthomas, whose Fourth Anniversary occurs on 10th October, 2016. A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sad way. In thoughts we see you just the same, In love and pride we speak your name, Sunshine passes and shadows fall, But love and memories outlast them all. No matter how our lives have changed, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.

–Always in our thoughts and prayers, love Dad; your brothers and sisters and their families. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 9th October, at 11.30 a.m. in Newtown Church.

CONDON (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of our dearest sister Jacinta, late of Baile na nGall, Ring, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 4th October. God called your name so softly, That only you could hear, And no one heard the footsteps, Of the Angels drawing near. The Golden Gates stood open, God saw you needed rest, His garden must be beautiful, For He only takes the best. So today we’re thinking of you Jacinta, But that is nothing new, We thought of you yesterday, And the day before that too.

CURRAN (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Eddie Curran, late of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, who died on 4th October, 1995. R.I.P. Mass offered. Death leaves a heartache, No one can heal, Love leaves a memory, No one can steal.

–Always remembered by your daughter Helen; sonin-law Gerry; daughter-inlaw Bridget and their families.

–Always loved and so sadly missed, your loving sisters and brothers and families, XXXX. ENRIGHT (8th anniversary) – Treasured memories of a loving husband, dad and grandad Denis D. (Dom), late of Tallacoolbeg, Clonea, who died on 7th October, 2008.

BROWNE (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Breeda Browne, late of Boherawillin, Cappagh, whose Anniversary occurs on 6th October. We didn’t know that morning, That God would call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, That day God called you home. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But when God will call us one by one, The chain will link again.

–Always loved and remembered by your loving husband John; son Pádraig; daughter Anne; daughter-in-law Mary and son-in-law Paul and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Affane Church on Saturday, 8th October, at 8.15 p.m.

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CURRAN (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Eddie Curran, late of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, who died on 4th October, 1995. R.I.P. Masses offered. Twenty-one lonely years without you Dad, Is the saddest I have ever known, I treasure every thought of you, As I go on alone. To where you rest I travel, To where I feel most near, I place my flowers around you, And whisper I am here. To me you were someone special, What more is there to say, I wish with all my heart, I could go home to see you today, Miss you Dad. If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Pick a bunch for us, Place them in Grandpa’s hand, And tell him they’re from us.

–From your loving daughter Kitty, grandchildren and great grandchildren, Tramore.

You can shed tears because he is gone, Or you can smile because he has lived, You can close your eyes and pray that he’ll come back, Or you can open your eyes and see that he’s left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him, Or you can be full of the love you shared, You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him and only that he’s gone, Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on, You can close your mind, be empty and turn your back, Or you can do what he’d want: Smile, open your eyes, love and go on …

–Fondly missed by Margaret; his sons (New Zealand and Ireland) and daughters; grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw and brothers. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 9th October, in Ballinroad Church at 10.00 a.m. Go ndeine Dia trocaire ar a anam dilis.

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HENNESSY (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Hennessy, late of Crossford, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, who died on 6th October, 2007. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore, on Saturday night, 15th October next, at 7.30 p.m. You were so special Dad / Grandad So hard to be without, But we know you are beside us, Of this we have no doubt. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, There is a special place within our hearts, That is always kept for you. If we could have one single wish, And never have another, It would be to have one hour, And spend it with our Father / Grandfather. So on your Anniversary, We’ll think of you and smile, And in our dreams we’ll visit you, For just a little while.

–Also remembering our Mam/Nan Kitty at this time. Loved and sadly missed every day by your son Michael; daughter Maria; son-in-law Peter and grandchildren Niamh, Melanie and Killian.

HOGAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Catherine Hogan, late of Ballyvoile, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, who died on 7th October, 2007. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Saturday, 8th October, at 7.30 p.m. Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glint on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle Autumn rain. When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush, Of quiet birds in circling flight, I am the soft starlight at night. Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there; I do not sleep, Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die!

–Sadly missed by her husband Tone; daughter Helena; son Anthony and all extended family.

KEANE (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of my wife Kitty Keane, late of Killeshal, Cappagh, Co. Waterford, who died on 6th October, 2009.

MORRISSEY (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of John Morrissey, late of Ballinaskeha, Dungarvan, who died on 1st October, 1995. R.I.P.

It broke my heart to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of me went with you, The day God called you home.

Lord, make me an instrument of Thy peace; Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light; And where there is sadness, joy.

–Fondly remembered today and always by your loving husband Joe. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, on Saturday, 22nd October, at 7.30 p.m.

–Fondly remembered by his wife Kitty; sons, daughters and their families in Ireland, England, Canada, Australia and Italy.

REDDY (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dad Tony Reddy, late of Boherwillin, Modeligo, who died on 3rd October, 2008. The most wonderful father ever to live, Whatever he had, he was willing to give, He never complained, he was not that kind, He was one of those fathers hard to find. When last I saw you smiling, You looked so bright and well, Little did I know that day, That it was to be our last farewell. I wish I could see you Dad, Even just for a little while, To hold you close, to talk to you, And see your loving smile. But God will never grant my wish, As He would surely know, That if I had you back Dad, I would never let you go. So with broken heart, I carry on, But I wish you were here, Where you belong.

–Always remembered and sadly missed by your loving son Anthony and daughterin-law Sandra. LAWLOR (14th anniversary) – In loving memory of our mother Margaret (Dedy), nee McCarthy, late of Ballyvoile, Stradbally, whose Anniversary occurs on 7th October. R.I.P. Masses offered. As long as our hearts keep beating, As long as our eyes shed tears, We will always love and miss you, No matter how many years. A tribute of love, To a mother so dear, So close to our hearts, Each day of the year. A smile for all, a heart of gold, One of the best this world could hold, Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories you left behind.

MORRISSEY (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of my brother John Morrissey, late of Ballinaskeha, Dungarvan, who died on 1st October, 1995. R.I.P. Deep is my memory, Sweet is your name, Close to my heart, You will always remain.

–Fondly remembered by your loving sister Gabrielle.

–Always missed and loved by your four boys Anthony, Oisin, Conor and Ciaran, XXXX.

–Loved and missed by all your family.

Depression is very common and impacts thoughts, feelings, energy and behaviour. If you are concerned for yourself or a loved one Aware can help: LoCall Helpline 1890 303 302 E: supportmail@aware.ie W: www.aware.ie Aware also offers: Support Groups nationwide; Life Skills CBT-based programmes and a positive mental health programme for secondary schools Aware: Support through depression. Dungarvan – Deise Day Centre, Dungarvan Community Development Centre, Mitchell St. Group meets every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Waterford City – Edmund Rice Heritage Centre, Mount Sion, Barrack Street. Group meets every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m.

––––––––––––––– GRANDAD If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, pick a bunch for us, Place them in our Grandad’s arms, And tell him they’re from us. Tell him we love and miss him, And when he turns to smile, Place a kiss upon his cheek, And hold him for a while. Although we really miss him, We know we are not alone, For he is watching over us, From a place he now calls home.

NUGENT (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Nugent, late of Ballygalane, Lismore, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversary occurs on 5th October. You never said “I’m leaving,” You never said goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knew why. A million times we needed you, A million times we cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, In our hearts we hold a place, That only you can fill.

–Your loving sister May; husband Pat and family, Birmingham.

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Acknowledgement † THOMAS BRIAN SWEENEY Carriganna, Stradbally Acknowledgement and First Anniversary

As we lovingly remember Brian, on his First Anniversary, his family wish to extend our thanks and appreciation to all those who supported us since Brian’s death. We wish to express our sincere gratitude to the huge numbers of people who called to our home to sympathise with us; those who sent Mass cards, letters of sympathy and those who laid wreaths. A special thanks to all those who attended the Rosary, Requiem Mass and burial. Thank you to Fr. Gerry Condon, Altar servers, Sacristan, the Choir, those who recited the readings and prayers, the gravediggers, members of Faha GAA Club who formed a guard of honour. We wish to thank Richard Hickey and his team in the Cove Bar, Stradbally, for all his help and professionalism. We wish to say a special thank you to Funeral Directors Tom and James Drohan for your attention to detail, compassion, kindness and professionalism. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere appreciation and a token of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Brian will be celebrated in Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Friday, 7th October, at 7.30 p.m.

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In our hearts ye are still here, Calming all our worries and fears, From this earth ye may be gone, But in our hearts ye still live on. ******************** When a loved one becomes a memory, That memory becomes a treasure.

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DOCUMENTATION CONTROLLER / RECEPTIONIST Eurofins Food Testing Ireland currently have a requirement for a full time Documentation Controller / Receptionist within our Dungarvan site. In this role you would be responsible for the co-ordination of all aspects of documentation control within the Quality Management System and be responsible for handling customer enquiries via telephone and e-mail. This role is necessary in order to ensure procedures relating to our document control system are updated and maintained in accordance with ISO17025. This person should be familiar with writing, updating and issuing of SOP’s, log books and other quality documentation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential and a strong working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office must be displayed. The minimum requirements for this role includes at least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role, previous experience in a quality role would be advantageous.

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Job Title: STROKE GROUP CO-ORDINATOR Locations: Waterford and Dungarvan Contract: Permanent – Part-time (20 hours per week) Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: • Organising weekly support group meetings in both Waterford and Dungarvan • Maintain membership and attendance records • Administrative duties • Engage speakers for meetings • Plan and organise appropriate activities for the group • Generate new members • Liaise with stroke teams in the County • Provide assistance to the IHF fundraising team • Act as point of contact for the group Full details are available on www.irishheart.ie

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

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, L. Layman, intend to apply for permission for single-storey side extension at 24 Cluain Ailinn, The Burgery, Dungarvan, 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. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Aidan Kelly Agricultural Design & Planning Services (085 7466211,www.adps.ie) intend to apply to Waterford City and County Council on behalf of my client PMC Dairy Farm. Permission to demolish silage slab, concrete slurry tanks and existing cubicle shed and replace with new cubicle shed incorporating slatted tank. Permission is also required for (i) Overground slurry store, (ii) Silage Slab, (iii) Meal bin, (iv) Out door Milk Tank, (v) Milking Parlour extension and new collecting yard and all associated site works at Corradoon, Ballinamult, 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.

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TOP SOIL FOR SALE – Grade A. No stones. 5 ton to 300 ton. Dungarvan area. Contact: (086) 8342233. (7-10) LOW PRICED GALVANISED SHEETING FOR SALE – Box Profile and Corrugated, heavy gauge, 1 metre cover; 10, 12, 14 and 16 foot lengths. Free delivery. Contact: John (7-10) (087) 3160356.

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M i c h e á l M a r t i n off i c i a l l y o p e n s M a r y Bu t l e r ’s co n st i tu e n cy off i ce By Christy Parker MOSTLY male, many in suit and tie and with early autumn tans fading by the minute, over 60 Fianna Fáil party members and advocates crammed tightly into the new constituency office of Waterford TD Mary Butler on Dungarvan’s O’Connell Street this week. The main lure was the arrival of party leader Micheál Martin to declare the office officially opened, three months since it first unlocked its door to the public. The leader and Deputy Butler arrived merely 10 minutes late at 5.55 p.m., following a canvassing exercise around Abbeyside. “People were mostly concerned about the withholding of medical cards”, the party leader confided later. “One person in particular shouldn’t have had a card wrongly removed and we will be raising it”, he promised. Other issues that prevailed most strongly amongst Abbeysiders alongside pension issues and services generally for older people apparently included housing and flood-related matters. It may have been some surprise then to Mr. Martin that a (very small) group of anti-water charge protestors had camped at the constituency office door. He duly ignored them and in truth they pretty much did likewise in return. The water issue remains, but that was one flood that had receded on the day. DRY AND HIGH The atmosphere amongst the party faithful was as far removed from discomfort as one might find on a dry street.The catastrophic general election returns of 2011 that had seen 57 Dáil seats washed away and just 20 isolated on an island of retribution was a long gone memory. Last February’s 44 returns was the reference point now and the smiles, the bonhomie and even the tightly pressed suits reflected not only a resurrection but an assumed ascendancy towards that heavenly place of rule they used to call home. You could light the street with the rays of belief. Waterford Councillor and Director of Election 2016, John O’Leary couldn’t wait to get proceedings underway. Mr. Martin was “no stranger to County Waterford” he reminded and “since

Fianna Fail Leader Michael Martin TD about to cut the tape to officially open the office of Mary Butler TD in O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. Included are Mary Butler TD, Cllr. Adam Wyse, Mayor of Waterford City & County Council; Cllr. John O'Leary, Cllr. Tom Cronin, Cllr. Michael J. Ryan, staff, family and friends. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] becoming uachtarán of a very proud party” had been a regular visitor to the county as he simultaneously engineered the party’s rejuvenation locally and nationally. Cllr. O’Leary recalled the dark day in spring 2011 when Mr. Martin addressed “a very different party” at the Park Hotel following that life-threatening election submergence. “He spoke how, with him at helm, we would regain the trust of the Irish people and play a role in delivering a fair economic recovery as the driver of positive social progress in Ireland”, the councillor faithfully remembered. “He visited every constituency and engaged with people of Waterford and delivered a spectacular result in Waterford, returning eight Fianna Fáil councillors to the newly amalgamated local authority”, he further reminded thanking all and sundry for their part in the miracle. “It’s a fantastic day for Waterford to have a TD, the Mayor of Waterford City & County and nine councillors here alongside the Uachtarán of Fianna Fáil”, he concluded to energetic applause. STAYING CONNECTED Mr. Martin, perhaps with a longer memory, was the essence of calm, caution and measurement. He carefully surmised that “people are open to us if we stay on the ground, connect with them and work hard.” The leader cited Deputy Butler as a worthy example of how this approach is

both genuine and rewarding. “People warm to Mary”, he began, “and she went from councillor to TD in only two years, which is most unusual.” He noted that “22 of our 24 new TDs were councillors and that indicates people are responding to a new generation of candidates”, while “a great new cadre of young councillors” was “helping the mood towards the party.” Warning of hard work ahead -and perhaps remembering the protestors outside the door- he added that “people are suffering but are still talking to us and engaging with us on issues. That’s the most important thing.” As a further personification of the ‘refreshed’ profile, Mr. Martin acknowledged City and County Mayor Adam Wyse, as “a wonderful representative” of whom the “excellent feedback spoke volumes for the party’s future.” KEEP KNOCKING The Fianna Fáil leader stressed that “knocking on doors” had provided the cornerstone for the “fragile” recovery. “Take nothing for granted”, he warned. “Modern politics is extremely changeable as you can see in the US and across Europe since the great crash. We have to listen to people and be on the ground with them on various issues.” Hence the opening of a constituency office in Dungarvan by the citybased councillor was paramount. “It reflects our motto of giving service to community”, the leader

explained.The ‘door knock’ was crucial, he reiterated, advising Deputy Butler that as long as she served the people in that fashion she would “sail through” the many issues that would arise. Mr. Martin spent a brief time name checking some of those issues, from the UHW cardiology service to job creation, the Universal Social Charge, Brexit, removal of water charges (apparently), the proposed restoration of Leader funding, rural Ireland, the 12.5% corporation tax (upholding it), high unemployment and the need for greater focus on investment outside Dublin and so on. Ten constituency offices might not be enough, one pondered. Thus far, “other parties can just showboat and sloganise and pass motions but that’s about all”, he smiled, while Fianna Fáil had “got legislation passed” through the Confidence and Supply agreement with the Government – an agreement he hoped would extend to a full term. It didn’t take a mind reader to know what is expected after that. THANK YOU’S It was left for Deputy Butler to thank everyone that had helped her to this point in her career. This included her party leader for entrusting her with the considerable challenge of chairing the Oireachtas committee on Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation and her appointment as junior spokesperson for Older

People and Public Health Promotion. The TD, who has an office in Waterside, Waterford city and operates clinics in Tallow, Cappoquin, Lismore, Ardmore and Clashmore,

also paid tribute to her staff at 74 O’Connell Street, Patricia Lyons and Michelle Cullinane. She gratefully roll-called a list which included everyone from estate agents to leaflet distributors. All

present seemed assured that even busier times lay ahead. Back in business I think they’d call it. Further contact: 0877425020; FB: marybutlercomeragh2014 e-mail: mfbutler@eircom.net.

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Fianna Fáil Leader Deputy Micheál Martin TD and Deputy Mary Butler TD, with Cllr. Tom Cronin, at the official opening of Mary’s constituency office in O'Connell Street, Dungarvan last Monday afternoon. [Sean Byrne] FIANNA Fáil Leader, Micheál Martin TD Butler said. “I personally received a very strong vote was in town on Monday 3rd October to officially open the new constituency office in the Dungarvan area at the last election, of Waterford TD, Mary Butler in and I am determined to repay the trust placed in me by the people of West Dungarvan. “I was absolutely thrilled to have my Waterford by providing the best possible party leader present to officially open my service to them,” she said. “Dungarvan is a great town, and I am new office,” said Deputy Butler. “Micheál has been a consistent support proud to have a base in it. I look forward to to me, both as a councillor and as a new TD. working with my party’s councillors, and Having him open my office was a real the local Fianna Fáil organisation in the honour for me, my family and the entire area, to deliver for the people of County Waterford,” Deputy Butler concluded. Waterford Fianna Fáil organisation. Mary Butler’s Constituency Office is “This is the second office I have opened in the constituency since my election to the located at 74 O’Connell Street, Dungarvan. The office will be open every Monday, Dáil last February. I’m looking forward to it being a focal point for people in the Wednesday and Friday from 10.00 a.m. to Dungarvan area who want information on 1.00 p.m. Deputy Butler will hold clinics for local government services, and also on what’s happening in the community,” Deputy residents every Monday and Friday.

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Stradbally Dog Show Held at Our Lady of Mercy National School, Stradbally, on 25th September, 2016 Photography and report by Richard Cutbill LIPF Judge Aine Cummins puts the junior dog handlers through their paces, watching and correcting any errors in handling these lovely pets.

IT was a beautiful Sunday afternoon, sun shining but not too hot for canines and their carers. Firstly, I was surprised how many dogs and owners attended this event, they just kept coming and coming. There must have been over a hundred dogs in various competitions. Secondly, I just could not believe how well behaved they were (I am talking about the dogs!), no fighting, no growling, no bad behaviour, just dogs and their carers having a good time. There was two large display rings, so two competitions could be run at once, I realised how well this event was organised once it started. A Qualified Judge in the centre of each ring, together with helpers on the edge of the circuit to keep it orderly. The judges Frank Josey and Aine Cummins were on top of their game, and so were the helpers on the outer side of the rings, nothing was left to guess

work, this had been planned and was carried out with meticulousness. The dogs in each discipline circled the rings at a walking pace, one by one they were sent to the centre of the ring to be closely inspected by the judge. Even though it was a competitive event, there was a lovely friendly atmosphere amongst the competitors, judges, and everyone else. The judges were quick with their decisions, and the prize giving was carried out at the end of each discipline, one to six got rosettes, with the top three getting a bag of dog nuts, sized according to their placement. Towards the end of the last dog discipline, the sky went black and it began to rain. Fortunately, not for long, and we were off to the dog plus carer races. The rules were simple, the dog had to lead and be first across the finishing line.There

was a category for nearly everybody starting with under 8s boys then the girls, right the way through to the dads. Our Lady of Mercy National School, Stradbally, Parents’ Association would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support and involvement in our recent dog show fundraiser on Sunday, 25th September. The sun shone for the occasion and a fantastic day was had by all. The day was filled with fun and activities, something for everyone. We would like to thank the numerous donors of prizes from local and surrounding businesses and also to thank the wonderful parents who baked, cooked and helped in any way. Our thanks goes to the following: Father Condon, Tyrone Power DJ & MC, Deise Vets, Comeragh Vets, Riverside Vets, Merry’s Bar and

Restaurant, Cisoria Hairdressers, Starbucks Grooming, Glanbia Durrow, Frank and Alicia Josey (judges), Kasko Dog Foods,Whelan’s Bar Stradbally, Cove Bar Stradbally, Lisa Gorey Hairdressing, Gillian Norris Salon, Belleza Beauty, Richard Cutbill Photography. Many thanks to Waterford Animal Welfare who will receive a donation from our fundraiser also for their time on the day. They had a fantastic time and also offered them the opportunity to show off some of the rescue dogs they had available for rehoming. Thanks to Tomas Walsh and all his staff who continually supported and helped out with all fundraising events. Again we would send a message of thanks to all the community who turned out on the day. We hope you all enjoyed the day as much as we did. We plan to hold this hugely successfully event annually, so plenty of time to get your dogs prepared and in training for next year.

Medium Dog Section (r. to l.): winner Perry Wall with Ben, 2nd place Mairead with Topsey and 3rd place Debbie, Jack and Sophie Weldon with Rosie.

Judge Frank Josey meticulously inspects each dog.

Stradbally Parish Priest Father Gerry Condon blesses all the dogs and their carers, a very nice thing indeed that touched everyone.

Rescue Dog Section (l. to r.): Second place Fionn Moynihan with Gizmo; third place Peter Moynihan with Bones and the winner Anne Concannon with Jack & Spot. Also in the photo are Andrew Quine and Alex Whelan from the Waterford Dog Rescue Unit.

Dad's Dog Race – A powerhouse of Dog and Man.

The winner of 'The Dog the Judges Would Like to Take Home' Section was Deirdre O'Connor with the adorable Nora.

Junior Dog Handlers (l. to r.): Third place Tadgh Fitzgerald with Dip, 2nd place Mia Phelan with Alfie and the winner Christine Crowley with Banjo.

Face painter Ava Grace with Barry Fennell. Ava toiled away all afternoon to help with fund raising, very well done! The Most Obedient Dog Section (l. to r.): 4th place Eddie Fitzgerald; 3rd place Emmet Walsh with Elsie; 2nd place Craig Keyworth with Daisy and the winner Darragh Walsh with Jessie. At the centre rear is the judge Aine Cummins.

Hurler Michael Walsh gives his dog a helping hand.

The Small Dog Section (l. to r.): Winner Christine with Banjo; second place Jessica with Minnie; third place Lia with Prince. At the back is the Judge Frank Josey.

Large Dog Winner – Grace Great Dane with her owner Breon Wall.

Winning Puppy Section – Nina the whippet with her owners Jack and Dylan O'Brien.

Girls Dog Racing is great fun, the dog has to be first across the finishing line not the handler'.

Best Groomed Dog section (l. to r.): the winner Celia Gaffney with Joey; 2nd place Claire Hennebry with Max; 3rd place Leah Power with Prince. At the rear is judge Frank Josey.

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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 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! Please note change in time. (ind.)

Minding Your Mental Health Seminar for Sports Clubs THE next Seminar in the Waterford Sports Partnership 2016/’17 Club Development Seminar Series is Minding your Mental Health on Monday, 10th October - This seminar focuses on what clubs can do to create a positive club ethos that provides a strong support network for positive mental health for all members. Tracy Nugent from the HSE will deliver an interactive presentation on the ‘#Little Things’ campaign, highlighting small changes clubs and organisations can do to increase positive mental health. Dan Shanahan will speak about how the management team of the Waterford Senior Hurlers have created such unity and positivity within the camp. Aoife Lane will speak about how the GAA’s Health and Wellbeing resource can be implemented in your club to support positive mental health. Finally, Dungarvan GAA and Waterford City RFC will deliver club testimonies about how in recent times they have provided support for club members in the aftermath of local tragedies. Minding your Mental Health Monday, 10th October | 6.30 to 9.00 p.m. WIT Sports Arena, Carriganore | Waterford FREE EVENT | BOOKING ESSENTIAL REGISTER NOW! by calling Peter Jones on 0761 10 2191 or email: pjones@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

Café Theology presents Petra Conroy of Catholic Comment Venue: Granville Hotel, Tuesday, October 18th at 7.30 p.m. Topic: “Have Catholics lost their courage?” PETRA is a well known commentator on TV and Radio and a founder member of Catholic Comment which serves the Church and the media. “Our speakers offer authoritative comment on news stories related to the Catholic Church, especially those issues which are often the source of debate or controversy in Irish media. We aim to shed light rather than heat.We communicate our values very clearly while respecting the goodwill, sincerity and intelligence of others.” An engaging speaker who will get you thinking. Come along and bring a friend. Admission free but donations welcome.

Drama Circle News SINCE our last gathering in September, we took part in Culture night with our rehearsed reading of selected scenes from George Bernard Shaw’s ‘Pygmalion’. The crowd who gathered were entertained by eleven of our members, in costume and with props, as the space would allow. I believe those who took part in the experiment enjoyed themselves every bit as much as those who came to see it. Drama Circle is all about having fun with Drama in all its forms, whether that’s original stories, poetry, scenes from plays, monologue or duologue. We welcome both listeners and participants. If it’s something you’d like to try, come along to our next evening,Tuesday, 11th October at 8.00 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. upstairs in Merry’s, thanks to Emilene. Follow us on Facebook, Drama Circle or contact 087 265 5645 after office hours.

Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ prizewinners at the Munster Fleadh Cheoil held in Lios Tuathail during the Summer.

CCÉ Ghaeltacht na nDéise ar ais tar éis bhriseadh an tsamhraidh BEIDH an chéad seisiún den bhFómhair ag Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise de chuid Chomhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann ar siúl ar an Domhnach, 9ú Deireadh Fómhair in Halla Pobail na Rinne óna 3.00–5.00 i.n. Beidh fáilte roimh cheoltóirí agus amhránaithe óga teacht agus páirt a ghlacadh sa seisiún. Tá sé in am anois clárú arís leis an mBrainse don bhliain seo chugainn. Cuirifimid fáilte ar ais roimh ár mball reatha agus chomh maith leis sin, beidh fáilte roimh dhaoine nua teacht agus clárú mar bhall den gCraobh. Is féidir le daoine clárú mar dhaoine aonaracha (€6 don pháiste agus €12 do dhuine fásta), nó is féidir le clann iomlán clárú ar chostas €20 an chlann don mbliain. Níl le déanamh ach teacht go dtí Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an 9ú Deireadh Fómhair, an fhoirm chlárúcháin a líonadh isteach agus an t-airgead ballraíochta a íoc agus beidh tú id’ bhall den gCraobh don mbliain. Má tá a thuilleadh cheisteanna ag éinne, is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Rúnaí Chraobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ,Yvonne Uí Chadhain ar (087) 4101718.

Tá an Craobh nua-bhunaithe seo bliain ar an bhfód anois agus ag éirí go breá leis. Deir Cathaoirleach na Craoibhe, Ciarán Ó Gealbháin go bhfuil siad an-bhródúil as an méid atá bainte amach ag an gCraobh go dtí seo. “Cé nach bhfuilimid ach ag tosnú amach,” a deir Ciarán, “bhí bliain an-mhaith againn, idir na seisiúin míosúla sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal agus cé chomh maith is a d’éirigh lenár mbaill i gcomórtaisí i mbliana. Bhí roinnt mhaith iomaitheoirí againn ag Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan i Lios Tuathail agus d’éirigh le beirt ón mbrainse dul ar aghaidh chomh fada le Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann agus thugadar dhá bhonn abhaile leo as Inis.” Reachtáileann Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise seisiúin míosúla ar an dara Dhomhnach den mí, ag babhtáil idir An Sean Phobal agus An Rinn gach dara mí. Bíonn fáilte roimh gach éinne teacht go dtí’s na seisiúin agus bíonn deis ag na tuismitheoirí suí síos i gcomhair chupáin tae agus comhluadar bhreá, agus iad ag éisteacht le ceol agus amhránaíocht traidisiúnta os na daoine óga. Mar sin, bígí linn an

Domhnach seo chugainn in Halla Pobail na Rinne óna 3 a chlog ar aghaidh. GAELTACHT NA NDÉISE BRANCH OF COMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN RESUME MONTHLY SESSIONS The Gaeltacht na nDéise branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann will resume its monthly music session in Halla Pobail na Rinne, An Rinn, from 3–5 p.m. on Sunday, 9th October. Young musicians and singers are urged to come along to take part in the session. It is now time to register with the Branch for the coming year.We welcome back current members to re-register and we also encourage others to come along and register with us. People can register as individuals (at a cost of €6 per child and €12 per adult), or a family can register for a total cost of €20 per family per year. All you have to do is come along to Halla Pobail na Rinne on Sunday, 9th October, fill in the registration form, pay the registration fee and you will become a member of the Branch for the year. If anyone has any

Dungarvan Lions Club

Ballysaggart BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB Ballysaggart Ladies Club will hold their AGM on Monday night, October 10th at 8.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. All are welcome, members and non members, it would be great to see new faces. Ballysaggart Ladies Club would like to send congratulations to the following, Stephen and Shane Bennett on their Under 21 All-Ireland hurling success; also to Mikey Kearney. Congratulations also to Rena Meagher and Michelle O'Donnell on winning the All Ireland Under 12 Ceili Dancing at the All-Ireland Fleadh. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Mary and Sharon Power. 2nd: Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey. Lucky Tables: Dan Howard and Finola Hynes, Mary Fitzgerald and Joan Hannon, Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Tickets: Delia Cashell X2, Eddie Sheehan and Phyl Duffy.

further questions, they can contact the Secretary of Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ, Yvonne Uí Chadhain, on (087) 4101718. This new Branch is just a year in existence and Branch Chairman, Ciarán Ó Gealbháin is delighted with how it has developed in this short time. “Even though we are only starting out,” says Ciarán, “we have achieved a lot, both in terms of our monthly sessions locally and how our members have done in competition during the year. We had a good number of competitors at the Munster Fleadh in Listowel and two of our members progressed to the All-Ireland Fleadh, bringing home two medals from Ennis.” Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ organises monthly sessions on the second Sunday of every month, alternating between An Sean Phobal and An Rinn every second month. Everyone is welcome to attend the sessions and parents can come along and have a cuppa and a chat, while listening to the music and song. So join us in Halla Pobail na Rinne on Sunday next from 3.00 p.m. onwards.

WE are holding a Table Quiz in Minnie’s Bar, Abbeyside on Thursday night, 6th October, at 8.30 p.m., in aid of our Christmas Appeal. This event includes a competition for the Inter-club Shield. Current holders of this prize are Brickey Rangers GAA Club. However, there are prizes for all tables, whether

representing a club or not. These quizzes are always great fun, so why not come along, enjoy yourself while contributing to a good local cause. Then, on Saturday next, 8th October, there is a Music Night in

Lenihan’s Bar, Newtown, Kilmacthomas at 9.30 p.m., with music by Dessie Norris. This is also part of the Christmas Appeal. Remember, the Appeal helps those less well off in our locality, all across West Waterford.

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Next Walk Anne Valley Dunhill - Sunday, 9th October WATERFORD Sports Partnership held the third walk in the Walk Waterford Autumn Series on Sunday, 2nd October, along the beautiful Tramore Doneraile. Twenty five people turned out for this walk on a beautiful sunny October day. It was great to see so many people of all ages taking part. This 4.9km route is one of the Sli na Slainte routes which offers majestic views over Tramore Bay and surrounds as well as interesting heritage sites on the way. Our fourth walk in the Walk Waterford Autumn Series is the Anne Valley Walk in Dunhill on Sunday, 9th October. Participants are asked to meet at 2.00 p.m. in the car park nearest the log cabin. This is a lovely flat 4.4km walk which follows the Anne Valley River which flows through the Anne Valley and meanders past many beautiful ponds to reach Dunhill Castle 2.2km from the starting point. The walk is also a protected wildlife area and if

you are lucky you may see some of the many protected wildlife species such as the Heron, Kingfisher, Otter and an amazing range of other fauna and flora. The newly developed path allows comfortable wheelchair and buggy access with no steep slopes. There are several bench seats along the walk where you can sit to relax and enjoy the peace of the valley while watching the wildlife. Walkers will need suitable walking shoes (runners are ideal), warm clothing and a waterproof jacket. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To find out more, please contact, Pauline Cunningham, Sports Development Officer, Waterford Sports Partnership on 0761 10 2682/086 7837385. For a full listing of the Autumn Series of Walks visit: www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie. Find us on facebook.

Dungarvan Dramatic Club REHEARSALS are in full swing for our forthcoming production of “The Dead” in November. The music of waltzes and quadrilles as well as that of Moore’s Melodies can be heard drifting from the rehearsal room as the cast are put through their paces by director, Margaret Dennehy. This play, written by Hugh Leonard, was first produced in the Gate Theatre in October 1967 and cast members included Brenda Fricker as Lily, the maid and Maureen Toal and Jim Norton in the roles of

Gretta and Gabriel Conroy. Interestingly enough the role of Kate Morkan was played by Waterford’s own Anna Manahan. In the D.D.C production these roles are filled by actors of equal renown and talent, with Ann Marie Hayes as Lily, Caroline O’Connor and Pat Power as Gretta and Gabriel and Padraigin Ni Chadhla as

Ann Marie Hayes who plays Lily in DDC's forthcoming production of The Dead by Hugh Leonard.

Kate Morkan. As the Club nears its 75th birthday, we are very proud to still be upholding the stated aims of our founding members “the promotion of culture,the staging of plays and the encouragement of a spirit of zeal and good comeradeship among members” . This production promises to do this in style!

Caroline O'Connor and Pat Power who play Gabriel and Gretta Conroy in Dungarvan Dramatic Club's forthcoming production of The Dead by Hugh Leonard.

Congratulations to our Chief Cub Scouts Cormac, Jamie, Matthew, Seanie, Jack, Paul & Sean receiving their hard earned and prestigious Chief Cub Scout award presented by Lorraine McGavock (ACPC). Well done all concerned.

Abbeyside Scouts AFTER Prayer and subs a few scouts had a few pressups to do. They all then went on to have a tug-ofwar and some skipping, some of our leaders showed their talent there!!!

They then broke back into their patrols to do pioneering, gadgets and backwoods and survival knife skills, (The attraction of knives is still going strong with scouts so it is very

Practicing survival knife skills.

important that they know how to use them safely. For parents, the rule on penknives is that the blade may be no longer than the middle finger of its owner.) Well done to all patrols, good participation and concentration and some fun throughout. It is going to be hard to separate these patrols when it comes to scoring. DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR An Overnight Camp is planned for the Cunnigar for the Saturday night, 8th October and our Bag Pack weekend is the 13th, 14th and 15th October. We will need all hands on deck for this including help from parents. There will be a Bag

Pictured is Sean Killigrew who received a Chief Scout Award. Pack roster at every meeting from now on, all help would be gratefully appreciated. Next Wednesday is Full Uniform.

Kill DATE FOR THE DIARY Just a few more weeks to go until the next Rag & Phone collection in Kill National School - we are accepting bags on Friday, 14th October up until 10.00 a.m., inside the school building. Thank you all for your support. AMERICAN FOLK/IRISH TRAD & FOLK NIGHT A great night of music and song featuring top class American and Irish Folk artists comes to The Gealach Gorm Theatre at Kill Community Centre on Saturday, October 15th at 8.00 p.m. Delighted to welcome back Kelley McRae and Matt Castelein to The Gealach Gorm Theatre. Since we last saw them (Singer Songwriter Festivals 2014/2015) this New York duo have gone on to tour in eleven countries, including shows in London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin. They’ve taken the stage at renowned venues such as

The Bluebird Café in Nashville and The Green Note in London, and they’ve performed at many festivals including the Kerrville Folk Festival where they were named New Folk Finalists. Liam Merriman and Eoin O Meachair are exponents of the best in Irish contemporary and traditional folk music. Both musicians have a wealth of experience between them as recording and performing artists across the island of Ireland, in Europe, America and beyond. Liam has been a significant presence on the live music circuit over many years while Eoin is well known from his many international tours as a member of traditional Irish folk band, Caladh Nua, of which he was a founding member. With the calibre of these artists patrons can be guaranteed a fantastic nights entertainment. Tickets €10 - includes interval refreshments now on sale. Call / Text 086-

8569358. KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Social Dancing has resumed on Wednesday mornings at 10.45 a.m. under the direction of Helen Kealy. All are welcome. Yoga classes are commencing on Wednesday 12th October with two classes: Advanced participants starting at 6.00 p.m. maximum number of participants for this group is eight people. Beginners class will start at 7.30 p.m., again with a maximum group of eight participants. Classes will run for 10 weeks at a cost of €80 which can be paid in two instalments. Classes run for 1hr 15 minutes approximately and particpants are asked to please bring a mat. To book your place, please call Annetta on 087-9730902. Guitar Lessons continue on Saturday mornings at 10.30 a.m. Contact Michael Murphy 087-9050190 for further information. Please note Monday

night Drama classes are now completely booked out for this term. To contact the office at Kill Community Centre, please call us on 0894966951. Office opening hours are Monday to Thursday 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. and Friday 10.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL SWIM 2016 LAUNCH Date for your diaries: the launch of this year's Michael Power Memorial Swim (in aid of Nadine's Cancer Battle) will take place in Kirwan's Bar on Friday, 11th November at 9.00 p.m. with a table quiz night - save the date! WELCOME! A very warm welcome and congratulations to all those who received their keys for houses in Ceol naMara last week. It's great to see these houses occupied after all these years and fantastic to see so many new residents in the village.With only the best wishes for the coming years!

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Bonmahon BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO Our jackpot remains standing! Last week resulted in 4 lucky dip winners who take home €25 each. Congratulations to Richie Walsh, Laura Whelan, Ciara Buckley and Mary Wall. Join us this week when we play

for a jackpot of €6,400. IT'S YOUR COLUMN! If you have any announcements, news or pictures you would like to see in this column, please send them on to mareikerembold@eircom.net, call or text 0874133522.

Kilrossanty DEISE DRAW The club had no winner in the Deise Draw last Friday night in Mount Sion Centre. The next draw will be held in Melleray on 28th October. BINGO The bingo attracted a big crowd last Friday night.The next bingo will be held on 28th October at 8.30 p.m. Prize money €1,200. Raffle for cash prizes. MARRIAGE Congratulations to Paul Lennon, Lemybrien and Eleanor Hickey, Cappagh who were married last Saturday. Many years of wedded bliss to ye both for the future together. I.C.A. I.C.A monthly meeting will be held in the hall on Monday night, 10th

October at 8.00 p.m. The competition is for the best arrangement of autumn leaves. Don’t forget the Federation meeting will be held in Crotty’s Inn at 2.30 p.m. on this Saturday, 8th October. Members of the guild are asked to be in Crottys at 1.30 p.m. to get Crotty’s hall ready for the meeting. All members are asked to bake or make sandwiches for this meeting. If you cannot be there please hand it in to some member of the guild. HALL Meeting this wednesday night at 8.30 p.m. WELL DONE Well done to the Kilrossanty Junior B hurlers who won the Western final

last Friday night by defeating Abbeyside. They now await the winners of the Eastern division for the County final. PEARSE COMMEMORATION Kilrossanty 1916 Committee Unveiling of Plaque to Commander-inChief Padraig H. Pearse (1879-1916) in Kilrossanty Village on Saturday, 15th October, 2016, at 7.00 p.m. LYRE HERITAGE CENTRE Lyre Heritage Centre will start monthly music sessions on the 1st Thursday of each month beginning this Thursday, 6th October between 8.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. All musicians and storytellers welcome. Tel. Helen for more information 087-2756576.

Another cultural first for Dungarvan - Never before seen in Ireland EXCLUSIVE to SGC Dungarvan and Movies @ Cinemas. Stage Russia HD launches inaugural season with the Vakhtangov Theatre’s Production of Eugene Onegin. Pushkin Classic coming to the SGC Dungarvan Cinema on 19th October at 8.30 p.m. Conceived with cinematic beauty and poetic poignancy by one of Russia’s most prestigious theater companies, this is the first-ever theatrical adaptation of Alexander Pushkin’s novel in verse. Directed by Rimas Tuminas, Artistic Director of Vakhtangov State

Academic Theatre, this stage dramatization features a 45member ensemble in a highly stylized production that was sold out for over a year in Moscow. Eugene Onegin is a beloved literary work that tells the sweeping story of unrequited love, disillusionment, forgiveness and remorse that unfolds in 19th-century Russia. The second Stage Russia HD production is the Moscow Art Theatre’s The Cherry Orchard on 22nd November at 8.30 p.m. First produced in 1904 at The Moscow Art Theatre under the direction of Konstantin Stanislavsky, this production of Anton

Chekhov's classic tale of cultural futility, starring Russian stage and screen legend Renata Litvinova, is more relevant today than it was over a hundred years ago. Adolf Shapiro's interpretation asks the question, where would the characters of this play live today years after their cherry orchard has been cut down? The answer, which lies in the material world created by set designer, David Borovsky, is, of course, on the stage. A century later, this production brings The Cherry Orchard full circle, with its wandering band of characters never at peace, but finally back home.

SECOND LECTURE OF THE WINTER SEASON An illustrated talk ‘Diving the South East Shipwrecks’ by Eoin McGarry will take place in the Green Room at the Town Hall Theatre at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 19th October, admission €5. Dungarvan man Eoin is now recognised as one of the best technical salvage divers in the world, and has been featured on TV on National Geographic. His talk will cover a number of local shipwrecks, as well as some of his interesting dives such as the Lusitania. SPOOKY HALLOWE’EN HUNT AT THE MUSEUM On Friday, 28th October, and from Tuesday, 1st November to Friday, 4th November during Museum opening hours: 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Come and visit the Museum in Friary Street and find the creepy objects hidden in the display cases around the Museum, make a witch, colouring and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult. HISTORY EVENT AT DROMANA ‘FROM THE BLACKWATER TO THE NILE: ADVENTURERS, SCHOLARS, AND TRAVEL WRITERS’ There will be a history event at Dromana House, Cappoquin on Sunday 16th October – ‘From The Blackwater to the Nile: Adventurers, Scholars, and Travel Writers’. Lunch at 12.30 p.m., opening by Her Excellency Soha Gendi the Egyptian Ambassador at 2.00 p.m., harp recital by Una Whyte

at 2.15 p.m., followed by lectures by Dr. Rachel Finnegan and William Fraher at 2.30 p.m., closing at 4.00 p.m. Dr. Rachel Finnegan will give an illustrated presentation about the Egyptian travels, writings and ‘curious’ collections of the pioneering Egyptologist, Dr. Richard Pococke (17041765). William Fraher will give a presentation focusing on Henry Windsor VilliersStuart and will explore Henry’s visits to Egypt, his exploration of its monuments and the collection of artefacts he amassed. The cost is €40 per person or €70 for two. Further details: www.dromanahouse.com/ Events PATTERNS AND PATRONS – THE HOLY WELLS OF WATERFORD On Thursday, 13th October at 7.30 p.m. in the Town Hall Theatre there will be a book launch by Eugene Broderick ‘Patterns and Patrons – The Holy Wells of Waterford’ attended by Cllr. Adam Wyse, Mayor of Waterford City & County Council. FREE ONLINE GENEALOGY RESOURCES The Museum receives a high number of visitors researching their family histories, so we have produced a guide to free online genealogy resources which is available at the reception desk. 1916 EXHIBITION The exhibition highlights the Co.Waterford links with the Rising and some of the leaders.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

Object of the week Keys of the Fever Hospital and Board Room, Kilmacthomas Workhouse The workhouse building in Kilmacthomas was built at a later date than most of those around the country. It was built in 1851 on the townland of Carriganonshagh (Rock of the Female Idiots). The building was designed by George Wilkinson. Before the construction of the building people were sent to the workhouses in Waterford or Dungarvan. The land was purchased from Mr. Power O’Shea of Gardenmorris House, Kill. The workhouse was designed to house 600 inmates.The workhouse closed in September 1919 and the remaining inmates were transferred to Dungarvan and Lismore. It was taken over as a barracks by Republicans in 1922. For a detailed account see ‘The Comeraghs – Famine, Eviction and Revolution’ by Seán & Síle Murphy.

Object of the Week – Keys of the Fever Hospital and Board Room, Kilmacthomas Workhouse.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 5th OCTOBER, 2016

Mary McEvoy in the Theatre Royal for, not one but, two shows! SHE delighted millions of viewers as Biddy Byrne in the TV show Glenroe from 1983 until her character was dramatically killed off in a car accident in 2000, the nation still hasn’t recovered! Since then she has proven to be a versatile and talented stage actress starring in such shows as Big Maggie, Dancing at Lughnasa, Shirley Valentine and The Vagina Monologues. This Autumn Mary McEvoy returns to The Theatre Royal stage with two very different shows. Fruitcake (Thursday 13th October) This one woman play takes the nations obsession with cookery programmes and gives it a unique twist. Mary plays Della Dolan who delivers a cookery

Open daily Monday to Friday, 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals. 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.

demonstration on how to make the perfect Fruitcake while also revealing a lot more about her personality, her dreams and her chequered past involving hardship, murder and intrigue but most of all great sacrifice, realisation and love. Funny and poignant with accessible visuals this play will make you laugh and cry and remind you why life is ultimately rewarding and exciting for all its ups and downs. Tickets €20 & €18 concession The Successful TD (Thursday 10th November) The Successful TD sees Mary team up once again with her good friend Jon Kenny. The show follows the trials, tribulations, misad-

ventures and hilarious antics of Tull McAdoo as he seeks re-election to the Dail in the October Elections. Based on “The Letters of A Successful TD” and “An Irish Minister of State” by John B Keane this play has been adapted for the stage by Jon Kenny, Mary McEvoy and Michael Scott. Although written in 1967 the work displays an edge for humor and satire that are uncomfortably close to the politics of today. Peppered with Keane's gallery of madcap characters this show will have you laughing at politics (in a good way) from the start. Tickets €23. Book now for both events on (051) 874402 or on www.theatreroyal.ie

Alzheimer Society Invitation ALZHEIMER Society Invitation on 8th October, 2016, to the Saturday Club Entertainment with Ned Keane & Friends at the Deise Day Care Centre, Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, from 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Light refreshments provided. For further information please phone 086 8362619.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Stradbally BAPTISM Eve Sophia Cusack, daughter of Ger and Amy Cusack was baptised at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally on Saturday, 1st October, 2016.The godparents were Megan Roche and Jimmy Power. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. FIRST FRIDAY MASSES The First Friday Masses in Stradbally on Friday next, 7th October will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9.30 a.m. and at St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 7 p.m. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Stradbally was delighted to retain the silver medal once again in this year’s 2016 National SuperValu Tidy Towns Awards increasing the marks by 4. Congratulations to our neighbours Kilmacthomas on their Endeavour Award with an increase of 3.82% on their marks, well deserved. Also well done to Ballymacarbry on their bronze medal. Congratulations to Lismore on their gold medal; Dungarvan, Ardmore and Waterford city silver medals; and Tramore on bronze.

In the County Awards Lismore had 324 marks; Ardmore 321 marks and Stradbally 318, 1st, 2nd and 3rd in our country. Waterford City and County play a huge part in this national competition, which is steadily growing after 58 years and heading for 900 entries. RACING NEWS Congratulations to our local horse trainer Margaret Flynn, High Street, Stradbally on winning the Kenyon Street Traders (colts and geldings) PRO Am Flat Race at Tipperary on Sunday last with Dr. Mikey ridden by Declan Queally. OUR LADY OF MERCY CLOTHES COLLECTION Our Lady of Mercy N.S., Stradbally will hold their annual bag to school clothing collection on Thursday, 13th October. Bags will be available locally and can be dropped to the school at any stage as there will be a room available to store the clothes. If anyone would like bags to be collected please contact any committee member or phone 087 218 2102. Again, 10% of all funds raised from this used

clothes collection will go to the Laura Lynn Foundation. Thanks to all for your continued support and have fun clearing out those closets. GOLDEN JUBILEE Celebrating fifty years of married life. Congratulations to Joan and Brian Corry from their many friends in Stradbally. A special best wishes from your friends in the ‘History World’ who appreciate all the work you have done to preserve our local history, photos etc. We wish you many more healthy and happy years together,Thank you Joan and Brian. BREAKFAST CAR/BOOTH Sunday, 9th October, 2nd Sunday of Month, Breakfast and Car Booth sale. Wonderful event to meet your neighbours, have fresh breakfast or buy bargain price Bread, cakes etc, or clothes, Barron Hall 10.00 a.m. to to 3.00 p.m. ROAD CLOSURE Residents of Knockrour and Ballyvooney, Stradbally were taken by surprise on Friday last, 30th September when the road was closed at both sides of Ballyvooney Cove without prior notice

to them. On inquiring it was found that this was to facilitate work on Ballyvooney Bridge where part of the bridge had fallen and was unsafe. On speaking to the workers it appears it will take several weeks to complete the work involved. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS Results - Under 14 League - Stradbally 3; Ballinroad 4. Great to see all the youngsters enjoying themselves at Academy and Little Dribblers last weekend. Join them any Saturday between 10.30 a.m. to 11.45 a.m. If you wish to nominate a worthy cause to benefit from the proceedings of this year’s Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally, please talk to any of our committee before the 22nd October. National raw tickets are now on sale from club members at €10 each with a myriad of prizes. If you wish to buy or sell tickets please contact Gerry at 087 224 5712. The Astro Turf is available to hire. For details please contact Tadgh at 087 230 6841.

Stradbally and Comeragh Valley Co-op IN 1922-23, Richard Lucey was transferred by ICOS (Irish Co-operative Society) from its Ballinamult Creamery Branch to Durrow Branch, known as Stradbally and Comeragh Valley Co-operative Society Limited. A new house (managers’ house) was built at a cost of £2,000 (would have bought 100 acres). After the 1914 to 1918 1st World War, the troubles at home 1920s, and the after effects of the Civil War the country was in an impoverished state. Richard Lucey was to manage the Durrow Branch and start a milk processing business. First was to start a Co-operative, all the milk farmers were approached by Mr. Lucey to join the new venture, (183 new members?, the where about of the "Registar a mystery). It was a difficult start, competition from the Watts? Dunne creamery in Killminion Stradbally, Dunne's put a lorry on the road to transfer their milk supply to Dungarvan. Durrow progressed. At one

stage Bottles of Cream put on the train in Durrow, 4.00 p.m. were in London at 7.30 a.m. the following morning. A new branch was set up in Mahon Bridge, known as the Mahon Bridge Auxiliary Branch.That milk was delivered to Durrow (horse and cart) to be processed in Durrow. Again Richard Lucey visited all the milk suppliers in this area. 36 new members joined the Co-operative.We have these 36 original Certificates, signed 1927, these shareholders (Mahon Bridge) never received the certificates. At this stage these Certificates have an Historic value, little monetary value. One or two of these certs (with families consent) and the list of names of the other Shareholders will be on display for the “Talk on Land Reform’, by Sean Murphy, October 28th, 8.00 p.m. in Barron Hall. Thanks to the late Sean Lucey, son of Richard, who remembers leaving Ballinamult, his father driving in and out of fields

(trenches dug across the road), and first sight he remembers when they passed “Miss Anne’s turn” was the train hanging down at the Ballyvoile viaduct. Sean also remembers that his father refused to give Ballinamult lorry to the IRA, and also the difficulty Richard Lucey had in getting farmers to join the Coop. One other poignant

memory Sean had of his young days in Durrow was the number of people who crossed the Durrow creamery yard, walking to the Railway station, case/bag under their arm, many of them never to return. (Thanks also to Noel Crowley for the headed paper). Any queries to Tom 087-9386209, or cianflaherty96@gmail.com

Eibhlín Drohan and Kathleen Troy who attended the opening night of Curtain Call Production’s A Streetcar Named Desire in aid of Dungarvan and KCK Lourdes Invalid Fund. [I Do Photography / Pawel Lorenc]

Ó Pheann an Phiarsaigh’ (From Pearse’s Pen) THE PLAY In this personal and stirring representation of the life and works of one of Ireland’s most famous and revered sons, the best of Pádraig Mac Piarais’ (18791916) creative writings are brought back to life and illustrated masterfully.This is a personal and honest depiction of Mac Piarais whereby the deepest recesses of his personality are explored and in which he is celebrated and remembered as a prolific poet, an inventive writer, a powerful dramatist, an astute and innovative educator, a dedicated revolutionary and a compassionate man who worked tirelessly in promoting the language and the culture of his country, and who gave his life in the cause of his nation. NOEL Ó GALLCHÓIR Noel Ó Gallchóir is from Gaoth Dobhair in the Donegal Gaeltacht. He has dedicated his life to Irishlanguage education and to the promotion of the Irish language and its culture. He was a teacher in Pobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair from 1977 and Principal in the school from 1998 until 2015. He has a keen interest in history, writing and drama. Noel performed a one-man show entitled ‘Idir Dhá Cheann na hImní’ on 25 separate occasions throughout 2014/2015. The play was based on the life and works of Irish-language writer Seosamh Mac Grianna and was staged in many different venues throughout the country. The play was awarded the Stewart Parker Award in 2015 and also received an award at An Fhéile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta in Cork in the same year.

‘Ó Pheann an Phiarsaigh’ le Noel Ó Gallchóir AN DRÁMA Sa léiriú pearsanta corraitheach seo ar shaol agus ar shaothar duine de mhórphearsana agus de mhórlaochra na hÉireann, cuirtear bladhm bheochta an athuair faoi shaothar scríofa Phádraig Mhic Phiarais (1879-1916) agus cuirtear seoda an tsaothair sin i láthair go máistriúil. Is léiriú paiseanta macánta neamhbhalbh é seo ar an Phiarsach ina nochtar clúideacha uile a phearsantachta don lucht féachana agus ina ndéantar ceiliúradh agus comóradh air mar fhile bisiúil, mar ghearrscéalaí nuálach, mar dhrámadóir cumhachtach, mar oideachasóir fadradharcach, mar réabhlóidí cróga agus mar fhear mórchroíoch a rinne saothar ollmhór ar son na teanga agus ar son an chultúir, agus a thug a

bheatha ar son a thíre. NOEL Ó GALLCHÓIR Is as Gaoth Dobhair i nGaeltacht Thír Chonaill é Noel Ó Gallchóir. Tá a shaol caite aige ag plé leis an oideachas trí Ghaeilge agus le cur chun cinn na teanga agus an chultúir. Ba mhúinteoir é i bPobalscoil Ghaoth Dobhair ó 1977 agus bhí sé ina phríomhoide sa scoil ó 1998 go 2015. Tá suim faoi leith aige sa stair, sa scríobh agus sa drámaíocht. Le linn 2014/15 chuir Noel seó aonair eile dar teideal ‘Idir Dhá Cheann na hImní’ os comhair an phobail 25 huaire. Saol agus saothar Sheosaimh Mhic Grianna ab ábhar don dráma sin agus léiríodh é go forleathan ar fud na tíre. Bronnadh Gradam Stewart Parker 2015 ar an dráma agus d’éirigh leis gradam a bhaint amach ag an Fhéile Náisiúnta Drámaíochta i gCorcaigh chomh maith.

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Attending the Moore Independent Financial Consultants After Business Hours event in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Tom Holmes, Ballymount; Johnny Curran, Cleanzone and Eamon Moore, Moore Independent Financial Consultants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ardmore Ardmore Tidy Towns MARY HENNESSY SUPERVALU HERO Already under pressure from Richie’s wedding on the following Friday, Mary Hennessy accompanied by her daughter Lisa, made the trip to The Helix last Monday to be crowned one of the SuperValu Tidy Towns Heroes of 2016. Ardmore was really thrilled by this truly well deserved award. Our own Tidy Towns results were a bit mixed, delighted that we improved by 3 marks to 321 but we missed out on a Gold Medal by just one single mark, which means the standard at the top went up by 4 marks. Nonetheless, we are within 5 marks of Ireland’s Tidiest Village, Birdhill, and within 6 marks of the overall winner, Skerries. So improving by any mark at this level is not bad. As usual, I will include extracts from the adjudicator’s reports in these notes during the coming weeks. Overall, we were pleased with our performance and the comments by our adjudicators were extremely positive and obviously following a very thorough adjudication. KEEVERS CARDS Again this week we had a three way tie at the top of the Progressive 45 at Keevers - Hugh, Anne Hally & Terri McGrath, Anne Keane & Tess Mansfield and Catherine Scanlon & Michael Cronin all finishing with 8 games. Hugh O’Reilly & James Flavin were best of the last

five & Nell Foley & Nora Mai O’Neill winning the last game. POKER LEAGUE STARTS Four weeks into The Round Tower Hotel Poker League and there’s a bit of shape coming to the top of the table with this week’s winner Jerome Curran stretching into the lead on 60 points 10 points ahead of losers group runner-up Thomas Troy. James Bryan second place brings him right into contention on 40 points and Trish Fitzgerald’s third has her near the top on 36 and finalist Mary Ann Troy close behind her on 34. Fr Lucey and Anthony Broderick were the other beaten finalists. Mary Agnes O’Mahony & Jason Lenane won the losers tables with Paula Fraude the other runner up here. SCHOOL COACHING Passing down the road last Wednesday I noticed a lot of activity around the place after school and further enquiries led me to the fact that all the teachers engaged in some after school GAA coaching on Wednesday evenings. With exercise such a huge requirement in young lives nowadays and homework so necessary and television and all sorts of screen machines such distractions to both well done to our Muinteoirí on this wonderful initiative. DANGEROUS JELLY FISH We have all heard of the warnings about the deadly

Portuguese Man Of War Jelly fish coming ashore on the Cork & Kerry Coast but just as we go to press we’ve had a confirmed sighting of one of these dreaded species on Ardmore Beach. So keep away from them! ST. DECLAN’S CONFERENCE OF SVP COVERING ARDMORE, GRANGE & KINSALEBEG AREA St. Declan’s Conference of SVP is once again getting ready for what is a busy time of the year when people in their catchment area of Ardmore, Grange and Kinsalebeg need a little helping hand and support. All over Ireland SVP voluntary groups work away behind the scenes within their communities to make sure people have a place or person they can go to privately when they find themselves in difficult situations and often a small intervention by SVP can be the stepping stone which is needed to get back on their feet, in this case, St. Declan’s Conference is no different. The conference itself is made up of over 15 people within the local area who give their time to help, listen and support those who may be experiencing difficult times. Confidentiality and trust is vitally important and is strictly adhered too when dealing with individual cases. Lots of people will experience hard times in their lives, it might be financial troubles, it might be

family issues or advice, but we often find talking or contacting a SVP member of your choice will often be of great benefit because where this conference can help individuals, it will. Where external help and expertise is needed then this SVP Conference will put people in touch with the relevant agencies and supports will often help and be the answer or lessen the severity of the problems at hand. SVP is there for everyone in our catchment area of Ardmore, Grange & Kinsalebeg, it is not for any particular grouping of people, it might be a neighbour worried about an individual, a family finding it hard to cope with rising costs for school or Christmas time for example, a person with a unexpected bill which is impacting in his or her quality of life, a person simply in need of a visit or call because they are on their own. St. Declan’s Conference is not set up to judge anyone, it’s there to help where we can and to make that little difference in people’s lives. So please if you know of anyone in the area, you feel that can benefit from this wonderful service, please contact us on 087-1427818 confidentially or speak to anyone of the members on a one to one basis, we are all local and we care about people in need in our own area, so don’t hesitate in taking that step to make that contact with us.

A SAFER SHED FOR THE FUTURE A Workplace Safety Class started on Monday from 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. in the Adult Education Centre. There is room for 12 members on this course which will cover the hazards and controls when using machinery in the Shed and general health and safety. Micheal Sweeney is the tutor on the programme and the course will run for 10 weeks up to Christmas. Thanks to Aine Whelan for organising this free course which will make the Shed a safer place. FIRST TOYS FOR CHRISTMAS At a recent planning meeting it was decided that we will make some timber toys such rocking horses, push trolleys, fairy doors; bird houses and planting boxes. We will also make various size cribs for the Christmas season. Well, the first rocking horse and push trolley was made last week. These are made to order for a reasonable donation to cover the materials, consumables and will contribute towards the running costs of the Shed. SHED WEBSITE Committee member Chris Heaphy has kindly offered to act as co-ordinator for the development of our new website. This is another exciting step in the development of the Shed and will mean that our activities will be promoted to a much larger audience. We are looking forward to being online before 2017. WOODTURNING WORKSHOP A Woodturning workshop is planned to start on November 21st to 2nd December, 2016.It will be run Monday to Friday for these two weeks. The course will be available to all members of the Shed. We look forward to new members joining who want to participate in this workshop where members of Dungarvan Mens Shed share skills and knowledge with each other. Chris Heaphy will deliver this workshop. All health and safety issues will be explained and enforced throughout the Workshops.

Aidan McCarthy's Castle almost finished.

Nicky checks the Pumkins for size.

Eddie Bennett and Jim Power using the library which contains many interesting books.

Poem by Ger Dalton For lessons in horticulture they return every year. They gather their tools the soil to prepare. The Ph of the soil the teacher will show. Sort with this knowledge the crops they can grow. Lessons are given of her own design. To encourage each pupil to the garden give time. In drills straight and shallow they learn to grow. Seeds in fertile minds she’ll gladly then sow.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Ballinameela Troubled Waters

By Donal Buckley SATURDAY morning, listening to the radio. Aine Lawlor is interviewing the very folksy Mary O'Rourke.The former TD is now considered to be a national treasure and everything she says is sage wisdom. The conversation eventually came around to her courting days and romance in general. Mary believes she has the advice on the subject of love that transcends all situations and all generations. She described how, once upon a time, she witnessed a hiking couple looking over a bridge, then kissing passionately. What did that couple see when they looked over the bridge? What does anyone see? The river? The landscape? The future? The past? The here and now? When we were boys, my friend Maurice and I used to look over the Togher bridge and ponder other questions. The answers mostly consisted of some mischievous skulduggery. A natural assumption would be that young lads would consider casting a line and catching some trout. And so did we. But the thought of endless hours of motionless waiting on a riverbank wasn't an attractive prospect for either of us. So we created a more efficient way of doing things. It involved "borrowing" the Badminton net from the community hall and laying it across the river below the bridge.The net was held in place with stones on both banks and left to settle over night. Next morning, on a count of three, we lifted the net. It was teeming with fish. At least it was for about ten seconds. Apparently, the nature of a net is that it has holes. Since fish are slippery creatures anyway, they weren't long about finding the many escape routes provided.Triumph soon turned to panic as we tried to salvage our haul. From a catch of about 100 trout, we ended up with 9. We had no problem dividing them up. He got the 5 smallest and I got the other 4. Fair enough and both families got fresh fish for supper. Not all our bridge gazing was as successful. I remember one particularly imaginative episode where we saw ourselves as adventurers and planned a major voyage of discovery. Our projected itinerary was to sail down the Togher to join up with the Bride river and, by way of the Blackwater, head out to sea. All this would be achieved by supper time. However, in our innocence, the great excursion was to be experienced in our very own inflatable rubber dinghy with bright yellow ducks painted on the side. Naturally we forgot to bring a pump, so we took turns blowing it up ourselves. This took an hour and a half. It would only have taken an hour, if we both hadn't passed out during the procedure. (That's inflation for ye!) The launch of the by now, semi inflated vessel took less than a minute. While the boarding, sinking and eventual abandonment of our ship took another minute. As we stood in our sodden clothes watching the lump of twisted plastic weave its way around a sunken car chassis and a tree stump, we became quite philosophical about the whole episode. We should have brought the paddles. At that moment, I swear I saw one of the yellow ducks wink at me. The spontaneity of the adventure made it all really exciting for us young lads. Lack of planning doomed it to failure. Lessons were learned. We were not expedition leaders and we were not sailors. And for the next few weeks we weren't badminton players either, as there was a very bad smell in the badminton hall. Nobody seems to know where it came from! Ballinameela Creatives enjoyed our return to Paula's Pottery Emporium, last Thursday. We shall continue to do so at 7.30 p.m. every week. It’s like we had never been away. American author Mark Twain once declared,"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover"

BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of October is Alison Maher who can be contacted on 087 2879429. FINISK VALLEY AC NOTES Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Saturday training is for jumps and throws only, age 9 up from 10:30

a.m. to 11:30 a.m., this is to prepare kids for completion. Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE AglishFit4Life & Couch to 5 returned after the summer break on Tuesday, 13th September. Why not come along any Tuesday night at 7.15 to Aglish Community Hall where you will be made very welcome. We cater for all types, young, old, fit, unfit.You can run, jog, walk, crawl or shuffle a few kilometres, whatever you are able for. Only €2 per night with all proceeds going to Children's Hospital Crumlin. So see ye all next Tuesday at 7.15. Bring a friend and you might even enjoy it. Remember no matter how slow you go you are lapping everyone on the couch. CIRCUIT TRAINING CLASSES Are started back again in Ballinameela Community Centre on Monday nights from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and will run for 12 weeks leading right up to Christmas. Classes cost €5 per class. Our classes cater for all levels of fitness and are designed in a structured enjoyable environment to ensure you get a great workout during the hour. I hope to see you all there. Enquires call or text 087 8229762.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place – text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardaí who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945. FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women – Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages and abil-

ities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7–8 p.m., €5 per person, in Aglish Community Hall on every Thursday 7–8 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up – it's that simple! BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 p.m. If interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975. LOTTO RESULTS Numbers drawn were 12, 13 and 28. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Jack and Mark Cliffe, Scart; Mary Daly, Barnastook; Eimear Griffin, Knocknaskeigh; Mary O’Connor, ‘Fourwinds’, Aglish and Maureen O’Ryan, Kilmolash. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,850 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lán. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Indigo Mood to perform in Merry’s for DSC! TWO of our most loyal supporters and floor singers over the last year at the Dungarvan Singers Club have been two relative newcomers to the Dungarvan area. Both hail from the United Kingdom and both are deeply imbued with jazz, a rare enough thing for the area and for the club. And so they have added a wonderful new colour to the group. They are Ria Drohan and Sarah Layman both of whom are extremely well known and appreciated in the area for sensitivity of their jazz stylings. We pride ourselves in the DSC for welcoming all genres, all style, all types of voices and we go out of our way to offer both regulars and visitors a variety of musical idioms. Variety is our watchword. So don’t be afraid as to the suitability of your singing or your songs: come along and add to the rich mix. And not only has Ria sang jazz songs she has played her sax on which she is rapidly becoming more and more adept. Sweeter and more inventive all the time. Add to that she is a lovely singer as well. Sarah is not only an absolutely sublime Jazz vocalist but an amazing choreographer and her gor-

geous dancing has to be seen to be believed. All of the thanks are due to the both of them, for gracing us with their presence so often and so regularly, given their busy schedules. Both are involved in many different musical aggregations and so have a huge demand made on their time. As a duo they are known as Indigo Mood after the great Duke. They currently have a residency at Nagle’s Bar in the Square from 9:30pm to 11:00pm every Thursday night. This gig is called “Jazz by Candlelight”, try and catch it. It’s fantastic! They also play at Nude Food on the last Saturday every month from 8 to 10. They have done many guest appearances including Tramore Races, Fitzgerald Park in Cork,The Chamber of Commerce Garden party and occasional gigs at An Uisce Beatha in Waterford and our own wonderful pub The Enterprise. She also memorably said that she has always been made feel welcome here she never feels like a “blow-in”, which as we all known can happen elsewhere. What a great tribute to our hospitality for which we are already legendary. And even more, how

great for an English person to be able to say that in a country where the oppression we have been made to suffer over hundreds of years came from England. If the Good Friday agreement has thought us anything it is to try our best through this hard time to leave the past in the past and move on but above all to remember that the English people we meet from day to day are not Black and Tans and almost certainly have no truck with imperialism. Many of the English people themselves were oppressed and kept down by the ruling class there you think, and judge everyone on their own merits. And Sarah Layman is weighed down with merits. She’s been involved in so many great musical comedy shows, pantos and plays in this area that it will be hard to sum up her Dungarvan career. She first met Vicki Graham who encouraged her to get involved with the show scene in Waterford she started to meet new people in the music business she dreamed of singing in a jazz band but in the meantime sang solo which is when the lovely Louise at Nude Food first gave her regular gigs. Like Ria, she had wonderful friends who kept encourag-

Indigo Mood ing her to sing even when she didn’t feel able. Eventually her jazz band dreams came true and she’s now singing with quite a few. A major turning point was her meeting Ria they just clicked and Sarah really has a ball with Ria.They are a great team and set each other off supremely in every sense! But you get the idea. Both Ria and Sarah are superbly gifted so you need to check them out. Remember - Indigo Mood at the Dungarvan Singers Club, Merry’s Bar and Restaurant (Upstairs),

Main St., Dungarvan Monday, October 10th at 9.00 p.m. sharp Free! The best night's free entertainment in town! UPCOMING EVENTS. WATCH OUT FOR! Special Emergency meeting at DSC to launch the brand new album by Donal Clancy Monday, October 24th at 9.00 p.m. in Merry’s Bar and Restaurant!! (Upstairs) Admission Free. Get your new CD personally signed by Donal and Hear him preview the songs.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by David Fraher with Card Number 52, congratulations David. Next week’s Jackpot is for €3,100. Remember if you are not in you can't win … Next week’s draw will take place on Saturday, 8th October. WEDDING BELLS We would like to say a huge congratulations to Karen Landers and Shane Tutty who tied the knot at the weekend.What a fantastic day was had. Karen you looked stunning, it’s safe to say there was a lot of sick heads in the village on Sunday!! Here's some advice for the newly weds..... "Marriage is a workshop where husband works and wife shops"... CRAFT FAIR Our annual craft fair takes place Sunday, 20th November, 2016, at VILLIERSTOWN CHURCH HALL. Now’s your chance to get in early and book your tables before it's too late, please contact Chris for more details on 089 2538699. WOODLAND BROWNIES & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Hallowe’en Party – Our annual Hallowe’en fancy dress party will be held in Villierstown Church on Monday, 31st October, 2016, from 4–8 p.m. Please bring your own sweets and treats! This is a fundraiser event to support the local brownies and guides aswell as the church restoration fund. Cost is €4.00 per family.Tea and coffees will be supplied

on the day! IRISH GIRL GUIDES – VILLIERSTOWN We currently have space in all groups, we have only one space in Brownies but plenty of room in the other groups. Ladybirds - 5–7 years; Brownies - 7–10 years; Guides - 10–14 years. We are also looking for leaders/helpers in Ladybirds and Guides. 18 years + full uniform and training provided for new leaders. VINTAGE CARS!

Vintage cars known as "The Brass Brigade" will pass through the village on Sunday morning, October 9th, at 11.00 a.m. All cars are pre 1918 this will be very spectacular to watch, so get your cameras and videos out its not to be missed!! FIT DANCE EXERCISE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women – Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages and abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7–8 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February, then every Thursday after that 7–8 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No prebooking necessary, just

show up – it's that simple! AGLISH FIT4LIFE AglishFit4Life & Couch to 5k Why not come along any Tuesday night at 7.15 to Aglish Community Hall where you will be made very welcome. We cater for all types, young, old, fit, unfit.You can run, jog, walk, crawl or shuffle a few kilometres, whatever you are able for. Only €2 per night with all proceeds going to Children's Hospital Crumlin. So see ye all next Tuesday at 7.15. Bring a friend and you might even enjoy it. Remember no matter how slow you go you are lapping everyone on the couch. VECP VECP Villierstown (main street) have a conference/training room for hire (complete with access to the internet). This venue is also an ideal location for social and childrens party events. Contact: 089 253 8699. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village… .Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

Pictured at the 2016 SuperValu Tidy Towns Awards ceremony held recently in the Helix Theatre, Dublin are four happy members of Lismore Tidy Towns. From left Liam Ahearne, Sheila Roche, Mary O’Brien and Willie Henry, Chairperson.

Lismore Lismore Tidy Towns ALL of us involved with Lismore Tidy Towns were delighted with the results of the 2016 SuperValu Tidy Towns competition announced by Minister of State Mr. Michael Ring in the Helix Dublin City University on Monday, 26th September.With 324 marks which is an increase of three marks on the 2015 figure Lismore became the Tidiest Town in Co. Waterford for the 16th consecutive year and awarded the Gold Medal for the 15th year in a row. Ardmore were Highly Commended and Stradbally Commended. This success in Lismore is due to the efforts of the Lismore Tidy Towns work team and its CES workers, Josephine McGrath Area Engineer ,John Foley and the Lismore outdoor staff

Waterford City & County Council, the volunteers on the community litter roster and the many different people, businesses and organisations in the community who have helped in some way or other with the effort. Our sincere thanks to all of you. Congratulations to all of the other centres in Co. Waterford who all achieved an increase in marks, to Ballymacarbry who were awarded a bronze medal for the first time, to Kilmacthomas who won the Endeavour award for Co. Waterford and to Ardmore and Stradbally who were awarded silver medals. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Home composting has been discussed frequently in

this column but as we are in the season for tidying up gardens it is the time to remind people once again of how easy it is. The best way to help turn the organic material from your kitchen into garden food is to make a compost heap. To get it going you can buy ready made containers or construct one yourself from wooden pallets on three sides with a pinity litter rosterce of carpet on top. Choose an appropriate site in the garden-out of sight but easily accessible. To start the the composting process place a layer of small branches, twigs and leaves at the bottom of your new structure. Then build up layer by layer of green waste - eg. vegtable peelings from the kitchen along

with flowers that have been deadheaded. Every couple of layers add a spread of garden soil which will already have been infused with tiny organisms ready to eat through the pile. Layers of light twigs can be followed by another layer of garden top soil - the trick is never to use too much of any organic waste matter in any layer. Never use diseased leaves, flowers or wood.The same goes for perennial weeds such as bindweed or couch grass. Excellent materials to include fruit, plant prunings, egg shells, layers of lawn clippings and old newspapers. Never introduce cooked food especially meat or pet waste.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart

Michael Walsh with Bertie and Polly Rodgers pictured at the opening night of Curtain Call Production’s A Streetcar Named Desire in aid of Dungarvan and KCK Lourdes Invalid Fund. [I Do Photography / Pawel Lorenc]

DURING the past week I was privileged to share with Junior Cert Students of B.C.S. some reflections on the historical Jesus. I had simply taken the existence of Jesus of Nazareth for granted. Now there was need to look for some historical evidence that Jesus actually existed in the flesh and was not a construct of Christians. We looked at two sources in our historical search. We looked at the Jewish sources. Josephus wrote of ‘James, the brother of Jesus, the so called ‘Christ. This passing reference to the brother of Jesus is hardly the work of a Christian scribe, hence, it is usually accepted as authentic.The vital point here is that Josephus presupposes that his readers know who this Jesus-called-Christ is.

From the pagan sources the historian Tacitus A.D. 110 mentions the origins of Christianity in Christ, ‘who was put to death during the reign of Tiberius by the procurator Pontius Pilate. Writing around the same time, Suetonius possibly refers to Christ as the source of the tumult among the Jesus in Rome under Claudius, but the allusion is uncertain. Pliny the Younger writing A.D. 11112 describes how Christians sing a hymn to Christ as to a god. At most, then non-Christian authors of the 1st and 2nd Centuries give independent witness to the existence of Jesus Christ, his crucifixion by Pilate and subsequent worship of him. I sourced this material from The Jerusalem Biblical Commentary published by

Geoffrey Chapman 1997. I hope this is informative for you as it was for me. Thanks to the students and their teacher at B.C.S. I would respectfully encourage parents of teenagers to engage actively in the Religious Programme offered to their sons and daughters. Interest generates enthusiasm. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 8th October - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 9th October - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9

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Ballyduff Drama Group performs John B Classic AS a play, “Many Young Men of Twenty” was a child of the 1960s and of an Ireland rife with poverty, unemployment and migration and riddled by misGovernment and the politics of a bitter past. It was also a product of the imagination and observations of a new dramatic kid on the block – a writer called John Brendan Keane from Listowel who would for the next few decades provide influential dramatic commentary on a rural Ireland undergoing massive social and cultural change. “Many Young Men of Twenty” takes huge cuts at existing social mores and at the dominant institutions of Church and State but does so with music, song and wagon-loads of laughter. It is indeed a play in a traditional sense but one with music and humour at its very core. This play was an enormous success for Ballyduff

in previous productions and, in 1990 – over a quarter of a century ago - the group was invited to perform at Writers’ Week in Listowel in the company of the great John B himself. Now the group performs a reprise as a tribute to its great campaigner, performer and president, John Coleman, who recently passed to his eternal reward. In two previous performances, he was the play’s great anti-hero and social commentator, Danger Mullaly. But it also reprises because the subject matter, regrettably, still has relevance and currency. Emigration is still alive and kicking, corruption is still active in the corridors of power and Ireland is still a land of social divides, of haves and of have-nots. The cast is exactly as a play of this nature should be – a mixture of great experience and of youthful vibrant energy.

Ballyduff Comhaltas THERE will be a variety concert in aid of St. Cathage’s Nursing Home on Saturday, 29th October, at 8.00 p.m. in St. Michael’s Hall. The concert with feature the talented Farrell family from Ballyduff among other brilliant acts. Tom Hyland's Set Dancing Classes will commence on Tuesday, 11th October, in Araglen Hall with children’s classes beginning at 7.00 p.m. and adults starting at 9.00 p.m. Ballyduff childrens set dancing classes will begin on Saturday, 15th October, in Carnegie Library. Beginners are welcome to attend all classes. For more information or queries on upcoming events "Like" us on Facebook @CCE Ballyduff or email us on ballyduffcce@gmail.com

The Danger Mullaly role falls on the experienced shoulders of Richie Walsh but with huge support from the likes of Henry O’Keeffe, Maurice Carroll, Una Walsh, Patricia Coughlan and Pad Jo Ahern, hardly a bunch of novices. The youthful wing is led by a wonderful Fiona Ahern as Peg Finnerty and supported by Ronan Bennett, Cailean O’Gorman, Clodagh Walsh, Barry Nolan, Peter Kennedy and Liz Casey. Add to this a full-blown orchestra led by Pat and Mary Murphy and with direction by Pat Sheehan and you are pretty much guaranteed an absolutely excellent and charming night’s entertainment. The play is performed in St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff, on October 13th, 14th and 15th as well as the 20th, 21st and 22nd and with booking on (058) 60456 from Thursday, October 6th.

Ballyduff Upper Cards BALLYDUFF Upper Card Group will reconvene on October 12th at 8.00 p.m. sharp in St. Michaels Hall Ballyduff. All are welcome.

Kilmacthomas VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED New members required to get involved in the local branch of the St.Vincent de Paul organisation. If interested please contact the Sacristy. LOTTO Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw results for Saturday, 10th September. Letters drawn were N, P, R and T. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Fergal Lawlor, Fews; Pierce Casey c/o The Arches; Mary O'Reilly, Fews; Power

Family, Rathgormack and Nora Graham, c/o Danny’s. Next week’s jackpot €2,150 be in to win. WHIST Results for the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday night, 3rd October - Teresa Keane, Josie Wells, Kay Veale, Hannah McGrath, Kathleen Foran, Stess Connolly, Mary Walsh, Margaret Riordan, Alice Walsh, Veronica Walsh and Maureen Sullivan. Raffle winners - Breda Galvin, Margaret Riordan, Mary Walsh, Josie Wells and

Maura Lannon. Whist every Monday night at 8.00 p.m. in Ballylaneen. New members always welcome. LYRE HERITAGE CENTRE Lyre Heritage Centre will start monthly music sessions on the 1st Thursday of each month beginning this Thursday, 6th October between 8.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. All musicians and storytellers welcome. Tel. Helen for more information 0872756576.

The Kilfenora Céilí Band

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE THE KILFENORA CÉILÍ BAND The Cappoquin Development Co are thrilled to announce that The Kilfenora Céilí Band will play in the Community Centre on Saturday, November 12th, starting at 8.00 p.m. The Kilfenora Céilí Band is one of the oldest Céilí bands in Ireland. It was founded in 1909 in Kilfenora, in a village in County Clare and has being going from strength to strength each year since.They only play in concert eight time a year and we have the honour of hosting them.Tickets are on sale in the Company office, Feerick’s Pharmacy Main Street Cappoquin, John Foley Kilrush Service Station, Dungarvan, Ballyrafter Service Station, Lismore, Co. Waterford don’t miss this brilliant

opportunity to witness one of Ireland’s premium acts. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO Lotto draw 3rd of October, 2016, Jackpot €3,100.00. Numbers drawn 1, 8, 14, 16. Winner: No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Carmel Ann Dalton (Modeligo), Roisin Meehan (Kilmurray, Dungarvan), Aine Gallagher (Credit Union, Cappoquin), Fionn Meaney (Dromore), Rita Kiely (Green Street). Next week’s jackpot is on the 10th of October, of €3,300.00. Remember anyone looking to buy our lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re

not in you can’t win! OPERATION TRANSFORMATION 2017 We are delighted to announce we will host Operation Transformation commencing in early January 2017. Planning is at an advanced stage with weekly organised wellbeing events and registration will be in late December. GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College well now you can as our ultra-modern Gym. Our Gym is equipped with Irelands most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights.You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly mem-

bership is €200, 6 months €100, 3 months €60 and monthly €25. WEEKLY EVENTS Gym opening times are 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Claire and Conor available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray. ARA every Monday afternoon Pilates, Circuit Training Tuesday and Thursday nights with Conor at 7.00 p.m. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Thursday morning. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh (058) 52570 first floor of the Community Centre.

Blackwater No.5 Gin wins Ireland’s Best Spirit at Quality Food Awards BLACKWATER No.5 Gin won Platinum at the Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards 2016 at a ceremony held at the Mansion House in Dublin. Celebrity Chef Rachel Allen who presented the award went on to crown the gin, which is distilled by Blackwater Distillery in Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, Ireland’s Best Spirit 2016. Blackwater Distiller Peter Mulryan, who collected the award, said ‘We are extremely proud of our team at Blackwater Distillery, and we are thrilled to win our category.’ Blackwater No.5 Gin is the company’s flagship product; it is the only gin made in the county and as well as being sold locally, is now exported to five countries including Canada and

Germany. The company’s Juniper Cask Gin recently won gold at the Global Gin Masters in London, while a new ‘Wild Irish’ Hedgerow Gin will be released in October.

The Irish Quality Food Awards, now in their fourth year, celebrate the very best in Irish food and drink. All products entered are tasted by a panel of experts, with only the finest going on to

the final. The coveted Platinum award is the highest accolade that can be given and winning it marks Blackwater No.5 Gin out as being of the very highest standard.

Kieran Curtin and Peter Mulryan from Blackwater Distillery with celebrity chef Rachel Allen at the Irish Quality Food Awards 2016.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

West Waterford PILTOWN CROSS MEMORIAL CONCERT One of the finest groups presently on the circuit “The Mannion Family” will play here in Kinsalebeg Community Hall this Friday night, October 7th. The concert commences at 9.00 p.m. and the band will be joined by a some very talented visiting musicians and singers in what promises to be the social night of the year. Tickets are just €10 and they will be available at the door. Then entire proceeds of this concert will go towards offsetting expenses for the hosting of the upcoming Commemoration on Sunday, October 30th – the Anniversary of the Piltown Cross Ambush. This will also provide a platform to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of 1916. CLASHMORE PLOUGHING ASSOCIATION Once again at this year’s All-Ireland Ploughing Jay Prendergast had a great achievement of winning the 3-Furrow Standard Ploughing class. He has brought his 4th all Ireland win to the club, his dedication and practice prior to the All-Ireland paid off on the day. His standard of ploughing is to be admired by everybody who sees it. People will have a chance to see Jay ploughing in three weeks time at our local ploughing match, which the committee are busy organising at the moment. The Ploughing Match is being held on Sunday, 23rd October, at 11.00 a.m. on the lands of Liam and Pat Collins, Tinnabina. There will be classes for all standards of ploughing on the day. – James Coughlan PRO CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Coast watch Survey – Training session – Ardmore Beach 3.00 p.m. Saturday, 8th October. The Community Council and Ardmore Tidy Towns are taking part in this year's Survey and will be surveying the beaches between Ardmore and Ferrypoint. If you would like to take part

just come along to Ardmore on Saturday, 8th October, at 3.00 p.m. for the initial training. The survey will take place over the following week. The Coastwatch Survey is designed to give an overview of the state of the Irish coast. It involves volunteers from all walks of life checking their chosen 500m stretch of coast (survey unit) once around low tide, and jotting observations down on the survey questionnaire while on the shore. This citizen science work can be augmented with water tests. Data is then collected and pooled to provide a snapshot of state in areas surveyed at that time. BUSH CRAFT & OUTDOOR COOKING On Saturday, October 15th, Blackwater Garden Centre will host a one-day Bush craft & Outdoor Cooking for adults. Join Gary for a hands on outdoor day focusing on sustainable materials traditional crafts and cooking with an experienced guide the fee includes refreshments on arrival and lunch. Further details contact the Garden Centre. BASKET MAKING Would you like to learn the wonderful craft of Basket Making – if so Blackwater Garden Centre are hosting a one day Basket making day this Saturday, October 8th, for beginners with master craftperson Cathy Hayden – for an incredible day of basket making [where you get to bring home your own basket] and food at the Goodfood Café all for just €80 further details from the Garden Centre. BALLYCURRANE PARENTS ASSOCIATION Thank you – We would like to thank all the parents, their families and friends for coming along on Sunday for our walk and supporting us. Special thanks to the parents who brought along sandwiches and cakes. A big thank you to Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA for the use of the Hall and our thanks go to the stewards on the day JJ, Marie and Jimmy. We were very lucky with the weather and a great time was had by all. Table Quiz – Once again

this year Ballycurrane National School Parent’s Association will host their annual fund raising Tabletop Quiz here at the Decies Bar, Clashmore, on Saturday, November 27th, hope to see you all there. First days in School – Ballycurrane welcomes the boys and girls of Junior Infants, pictured here with their teacher Mrs. O’Connor we hope you school days with us will be a time a very happy one. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS Here are our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw results for Sunday night last, 2nd October. The letters drawn was Q.M.H.V.We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €1,900, when our draw takes place next Sunday night in Clashmore Congratulations to the following who were our weekly winners of €20 each prizes: Liam Troy; Betty Aherne, c/o Eithne; Helen, Pa and Liam. KINSALEBEG SCHOOL NEWS Junior infants – A big welcome to Kinsalebeg National School to the boys and girls of Junior infants hope you time in school here will be very happy. Results – The Kinsalebeg Parents Association fundraising non-stop draw for September took place last week and the following were our luck winners: 1st prize Chloe Walsh, Promoter Hannah Walsh; 2nd prize Maura Keogh, Promoter Clodagh Fitzgerald; 3rd Prize Clodagh Fitzgerald, Promoter Clodagh Fitzgerald; 4th prize Viole Murphy, Promoter Aoife Murphy. Kids draw: Chloe Kenneally, Davin Murphy Leahy, Jack Curran, Max Keogh. A big thank you to all the parents teachers, and pupils and their families who continue support all our monthly draws and congratulations to all who won prizes in September. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €7,600 – The weekly Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night

last, September 26th, our numbers this week were 5, 14, 24, 30, we had no match four winner our lucky €20 each spot prize winners were: Una Kenneally, John Daly, Tom Mansfield, C. Mansfield, Chrissie Walsh. Our next draw takes place at The Old Mill on Monday night, October 10th, when our Jackpot will be €7,600. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our weekly 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore, on Monday night last, October 3rd, our winners were 1st on nine games Eugene O’Halloran and Roger Hynes. In joint second on seven games each we had Martin Lynch and Pad O’Halloran, Noel Nugent and Aine Curran. Best of the last five were Redmond Foley and Tom Osborne. Our lucky last game winners were Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy 30th birthday to Triona Byrne, a very popular member of staff here at the Stepping-Stones Pre School in Kinsalebeg. Triona celebrated with family and friends here in Clashmore on Saturday night at the Old Still. Best wishes to you Triona from all your family and friends. AGLISH / BALLINAMEELA / MOUNT STUART PARISH NOTES First Holy Communion 2017 – As part of our programme for First Holy Communion 2017, Sr. Antoinette, of St. John’s Pastoral Centre, Waterford, will come to the parish in late October to meet the parents of children in the group. We will celebrate our first Do this in Memory Mass in Aglish Church on Sunday, October 16th, at 11.00 a.m. Parish Pastoral Council – Our next Parish Pastoral Council meeting will be on Wednesday, October 5th, at 8.15 p.m. SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to Tom Hogan,

Walkers pictured at Ballyheeney Bridge as they set off on the 5k in support of Ballycurrane School last Sunday.

John Anthony Kelly and Mary O’Callaghan who competed at Knockanore Ploughing match. Tinnock, and all the Hogan family of Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, on the death of his brother Johnny on Monday last, September 26th. May he rest in peace. INTERNATIONAL WAVE OF LIGHT October is now Internationally recognised as Pregnancy and infant loss month. If you or some one you know would like to remember those very special loved ones. We are hosting a special Wave of light on Clonea Beach on Saturday, October 15th, from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and where ever you are from you are all so welcome. Please bring a candle [probably best in a jar or lantern] in memory of each of your loved ones and dress warmly. JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS 2016 is a very special year for Clashmore National School as it marks the Golden Jubilee of its official opening. We would like to honour the people who at that time had the vision and drive to build our school, to improve the environment for children to learn and make education a better experience of future generations. On Friday night, October 21st, the school will host a celebration Mass in Clashmore Church followed by a get together and light refreshments back at the School. School was the first place where we got a sense of community outside of our family were we made our first real friends. Come celebrate that

with us, as we invite all of you our past and present pupils, staff, priests friends and your families are to join us on this momentous occasion. On a final note of you have any photographs or memabelia you would like share with us for our display on the night we would love to have copies please. you can drop them in to the school or email photographs to these notes westwatnotes@ yahoo.co.uk please include a caption Hope to see you all there. KNOCKANORE PLOUGHING ASSOCIATION 2016 RESULTS Once again our annual ploughing match in Knockanore was a huge success and we would like to take this opportunity to thank most sincerely Mick Barron and family for the use of lands which was a lovely site for ploughing. Thanks also to our Judges who travelled from West Cork to be with us. Thanks to our ladies committee who catered for the refreshments in the field, Tom and Eileen Coady for the use of their premises and Helen Murphy who organised dinner. Everybody had a good day and danced the night away. So thanks again to everyone who made it so enjoyable. The following were our winners this year: Senior 2 Furrow: Michael Lenihan (Cork East); Larry Bergin (Tipperary South); Philip Murphy (East Waterford).

Under 28: 1. Cian Keohane (Cork East). Farmerette: 1. Mary O’Callaghan (Cork East). Macra & Novice: Stephen O’Connell (Cork East); Mike Hannon (Lismore); Henry Beresford (Dungarvan). Senior 3 Furrow: James Prendergast (Clashmore); Matt Coakley (Cork East). 3 Furrow Standard: James Murphy (Tipperary South); Dominic Cashman (Cork East); Killian Tate (Cork East). 2 Furrow Hyd Vintage: Tommy Kielthy (Kilkenny); Philip Cotter (Cork East); Henry McGrath (Knockanore). Trailer 2 Furrow: Denis Hennessy (Cork East); Ray Hallahan (Lismore). Single Furrow: Trevor Fleming (Cork East); Oliver Power (East Waterford). Reversible 2 Furrow Senior: Jimmy Cotter (Lismore); Conor Butler (Knockanore). Rev Under 28: 1. Thomas Houlihan (Clashmore). Rev 3 & 4 Furrow: Thomas Lonergan (Tipperary South); Paddy Power (Knockanore); Kieran Hennerby (Knockanore). On a final note on behalf of all in Knockanore Ploughing we would like to congratulate James Prendergast, on winning the All-Ireland 3 Furrow Senior at the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore. Congratulations also to Paddy Power on being placed 3rd in the 3 Furrow Rev. Standard.

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Family Members Remembered

Artist Jack Lombard pictured with his painting of the Nellie Fleming which he unveiled at Lombard’s Pub on Sunday night.

Jack Lombard painting unveiled THE heartbreaking story of the “Nellie Fleming” has touch the hearts of generations in East Cork and West Waterford since she was lost without trace on her homeward journey in February 1936. In his book “ Lost without trace” – The Nellie Fleming Schooner Story, local author and historian Mike Hackett tells the remarkable story of this much loved Schooner which begins in 1884 when she was built in Carrick Fergus. A wooden three masted double topsail schooner, She was originally named Emily, but was renamed “The Nellie Fleming ” when she was bought in 1916 by well-known Youghal merchants the Fleming Family. In the years that followed “The Nellie” piled to Cardiff, Newport and Lydney with mainly cargoes of Coal and Salt. Family and friends have recalled their heartbreaking memories of that fateful February day in 1936 as “The Nellie” sailed out of Youghal on what

we now know was her final voyage. On board were her beloved crew Captain Mike Duggan, and experienced seamen Batty Glavin and Dan Kenneally. Also on board were young Eddie O’Sullivan and Declan Doyle both on their maiden voyage and full of expectations of what this new adventure would bring them. Filled with a cargo of coal “The Nellie” and her crew sailed out of Lydney on her homeward journey that calm February morning totally oblivious of that the worst storm in living memory was brewing out on the Irish Sea.What happened next can only be imagined. To this day the schooner and her crew who were lost at sea are so fondly remembered. In recent times American artist Jack Lombard, a descendants of the Lombard Family of Lackaroe, was so touched by the tragic story of “The Nellie” that he captured on canvas his artistic image of the final tragic hours of the schooner, as she battled the rag-

ing storm on the Irish Sea. With only her sails to drive her against the seventy-five mile hour winds as she bravely fought the treacherous waves struggling to bring her precious crew home. Dark and cruel the painting depicts the black sea as she abides her time to swallow The Nellie and her crew to their watery grave. Jack Lombard has very kindly gifted this magnificent painting to the people of Youghal. On Sunday night last a huge crowd gathered Jack’s ancestrial Lackaroe at Lombard’s Pub where the painting was unveiled and the artist who was joined by family, friends and descendants of the crew who were lost on that fateful voyage. The painting will remain on display at Lombards for the immediate future where it can be view by all.We would like to thank Jack Lombard most sincerely on behalf of the community of Youghal for this very generous donation of his painting.

Jimmy Flanagan and his brother Maurice pictured with Jack Lombard at the unveiling of his painting of the Nellie Fleming at Lombard’s on Sunday night.

Dear Editor, In Mount Saint Lawrence Cemetery in Limerick there is a headstone which has toppled over during the last number of years. It is flat on the ground. The inscription on it tells us that there are three children buried there; Marie 3 weeks old, Thomas 1 year old and James who was 3 years old. The headstone was put up by their parents Maurice (a soldier in the Royal Irish Reg.) and Louisa Clancy. The three children died between the 4th and 14th February, 1895. Their father, Maurice Clancy was born in Dungarvan in 1857. During his time in the British Army he served in India, Afghanistan and Egypt. In April 1887 he married Charlotte (Lottie) Lusa Domoney in Devon, England. By 1901 Maurice and Louisa were living in Middlesex, England with some of their other children and his occupation was a printer’s apprentice. By 1911 the family came back to Ireland and lived at 47 O’Connell Street, Dungarvan. The surviving children’s names were: Charles 12 years old, Charlotte 14 years old, Lucy 10 years old, Beatrice 7 years old, Bridget 5 years old. They had two other girls

Photograph of the headstone. Two of the children died from bronchitis and one died from Scarlett Fever.

Margaret and Mary, but I don’t know what happened to them. Maybe some of the family are still in Dungarvan. They may not know about these three young children in Limerick.They might want to visit the grave, or have the headstone cleaned and put back up. Yours sincerely Des Ryan

Impressive Dungarvan Dear Editor I would just like to say how impressed my family and I were on a trip to Waterford last month when we spent quite a lot of time in and around Dungarvan. It is one of the most attractive towns that we have been to and stands favourable comparison with well known resorts in the UK and Europe. Its location is superb. On the water but with easy access to beautiful countryside and to mountains which can be enjoyed without spending hours or driving many miles to get to. Dungarvan itself was a revelation – bright, colourful and with lots of lovely places to eat and drink. The many and varied retail outlets were a pleasure; so nice not to be overwhelmed by big, bland multinational ones which can be found practically anywhere. While we were there The Square was being revamped and will make things even better as the impression created will impact the visitor straight away as well as being appreciated by the locals too, I’m sure. As to the Greenway, which we visited briefly but intend to really explore next year, the idea to develop this was a stroke of genius. From what we saw, it is sympathetically and so thoughtfully constructed and will, without a doubt, be a major attraction in years to come. We stayed for a week in a superb B & B not far from the town and loved every minute of our time there. I left Waterford (Kilmacthomas), as a young chap, sixty years ago but have not been back very often so it was a great pleasure for me to see how well the county, and particularly, Dungarvan looked. Our daughter and her family said that they would live there anytime and that is a great compliment as they “know what they like” and have very high standards! We look forward to our future visits. Yours Joseph Rice

Modeligo LOTTO RESULTS 1st OCTOBER 2016 Numbers drawn were 24, 25 and 28. No Winner. €25 winners - Madge Collender, Johnny Kearns, Emma Power & Anne Phelan. Next Week’s Jackpot €700. HELEN O’BYRNE MEMORIAL WALK The Annual Helen O’Byrne Memorial walk took place on Sunday last from Melleray to Modeligo. A great crowd turned out to take part on what was a beautiful day. The proceeds of the walk will be donated to two very worthy causes, St. John’s School and Pieta House. Thanks to everyone from both communities who helped out on the day. BADMINTON Badminton is on Monday’s at 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. for

secondary school kids and 8.00 p.m. onwards for anyone that wants to come down to play a few games. Competitions are starting next week and we wish all the teams the very best of luck for 2016. NA DEISE Congratulations to Na Deise U-13 footballers who recorded a hard won victory over Kilrossanty/Brickey’s in the County Final, played last Saturday in Leamybrien. Well done Girls DECKIE’S DARTS Well done to all the Deckies Darts team players who were presented last Saturday night with their B league winning trophies. Best of luck to all in the upcoming A league. U-21 HURLERS A big thank you to Niall Fives, Dermot Ryan, Conor

Gleeson and our local man Tom Devine for coming to Modeligo National School on Monday afternoon to show the kids the James Nolan Cup, sign autographs and speak with the school kids. It is very much appreciated. LOCAL GAA Fixture for the weekend: Modeligo Intermediate hurlers v Brickey’s on Saturday at 7.30 p.m. in Fraher Field. The Intermediate Football Semi Final v Ballinacourty has yet to be fixed. U-16 Camoige County Final on October 15th venue and time to be confirmed. U-13 Camoige County Final is being fixed for this weekend please keep an eye out for fixture on Twitter and Facebook

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Dungarvan Harbour.

[Pat Kenealy]

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise FÉILE EALAÍON Beidh an Imagine Arts Festivle ar siúl i gCathair Phort Láirge ón 20-30 Deireadh Fómhar. Le linn an féile seo beidh ceolchoirm mhór ar siúl Satharn an 22 Deireadh Fómhar ag 8i.n. i Halla na Cathrach. Tiocfaidh ceoltóirí, amhránaithe, fili agus rinceoiri traidisiúnta ó Ghaeltacht na nDéise agus oirthear an Chontae le chéile le togha an cheoil, an rince, na filíochta agus na hamhránaíochta traidisiúnta a chur os comhair an phobail. Léiriú de chultúir agus d’oidhreacht na nDéise i mbliain seo chomórtha an chéid. Beidh ceardlann drámaíochta agus puipeadóireachta le Branar i nGaelscoil na nDéise ag 1.30i.n. agus ag 4i.n ar an 22 Deireadh Fómhar chomh maith. A concert will be held as part of the Imagine Arts Festival on Saturday, 22nd October at 8.00 p.m. in the City Hall. There will also be a bilingual drama and puppet workshop in Gaelscoil na nDéise at 1.30 p.m. and 4.00 p.m. on Saturday, 22nd October. FÉASTA JOHN B. KEANE I 2017! Dóibh siúd gur maith leo John B. Keane tá dea-scéal ag na hAisteoirí daoibh! Beidh péire dráma leis an Rí ón Ríocht againn an séasúr seo chugainn. “The Field” á léiriú ag Declan Terry (Eanáir 12–15) agus “Moll” á léiriú ag Geraldine Veale go gairid ina dhiaidh. Bígí ag faire!!!

Rehearsals for this season’s English language productions are commencing shortly. Fans of John B. Keane will be spoiled for choice this coming season when the Aisteoirí will produce not one but two plays by the Kerry legend. First up will be “The Field” directed by Declan Terry (January 12–15) to be followed soon after by “Moll” directed by Geraldine Veale. Watch this space!!! LÁ CAIFE DO LIOS NA SÍOG - NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAIL Beidh Lá Caife ar mhaith le Lios na Síog i teach Tony agus Margaret Tobin, An Sean Phobail Dé hAoine 7 Deireadh Fómhair ón 9.00 r.n. go dtí 9.00 i.n. Tá tacaíocht an phobail ag teastáil chun an tseirbhís iontach seo a chóiméad ar siúl agus seo an chéad chuid den bhfeachtas bailithe airgid i mbliana. Buail isteach ar an lá le haghaidh cupán caide, caint agus comhluadar. Tuilleadh eolais ar 058 46035. Bigí linn. A Coffee Morning will be held in aid of Lios na Síog in Tony and Margaret Tobin’s home in An Sean Phobal. It will take place on Friday 7th October from 9am to 9pm.The support of the community is needed to ensure that this wonderful service remains open this year and this is the first part of the years fundraising efforts. Come along for some tea and a chat. Further Information: 058 46035.

FÓGRA UISCE A FHIUCHADH – AN RINN / CEANN HEILBHIC De réir comhairle ó Fheidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte, agus ar mhaithe le sláinte an phobail tá Fógra Uisce a Fhiuchadh á eisiúint ag Uisce Éireann do réigiún na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic. Dá réir sin, moltar go ndéanfaidh úsáideoirí Scéim Soláthair Uisce Phoiblí na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic uisce a fhiuchadh sula n-úsáidtear é. Ní mór duit Uisce a fhiuchadh sna cásanna seo a leanas: Uisce Óil, Deochanna a dhéantar le huisce, Ullmhú sailéad agus bianna den tsamhail chéanna, i gcás nach ndéantar iad a chócaráil sula nitear iad, Fiacla a scuabadh, Oighear a dhéanamh. Beidh an fógra seo i bhfeidhm ar feadh trí seachtain eile ar a laghad. There is a boil water notice in effect for An Rinn / Ceann Heilbhic. Please ensure that you boil water before use, including for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth and making ice. AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail

Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equipment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything. Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087 0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seed's etc. To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 087 0569907. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile ar an Aoine beag seo i dteach Tony Tobin sa Sean Phobal don Lá Caife ón 10 r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh comhrá deas againn le cupán tae/caifé agus cáca beag nó dó. Beidh siad thar n-ais sa Halla an Aoine dár

gcionn. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087 7470428. Spraoi Parent & Toddler Group will meet this Friday in Halla Pobail na Rinne from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. We look forward to seeing you all again to catch up over tea/coffee and some delicious cake! Any queries please contact Bríd on 087 7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag tosnú Dé Máirt 27 Meán Fómhar i nDún Garbhán. Beidh an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12.00 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 0834455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will start on Tuesday 27 September in Dungarvan. The play group will be based in Dungarvan Library from 10.30am to 12 pm each Tuesday. Further information: Contact Cabríní ón 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9r.n. – 11r.n. ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in

Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am – 11am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a Panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Streetcar - What a week!

WELL that’s a wrap! And what a week we had. Right from the dress rehearsal for A Streetcar Named Desire on Sunday, 25th September to the final night on Saturday, 1st October, one comment we kept hearing from the audiences was that it was “like watching the movie!” High praise indeed! Opening night, in aid of Dungarvan & KCK Lourdes Invalid Fund, on Monday, 26th September was a huge success. On arrival, the audience enjoyed a lovely glass of wine on arrival, and a warm welcome from our wonderful, hard-working front of house team. We played to a packed house, and the audience was upstanding in their appreciation at the end of the show. We’re delighted that the community rose to the occasion to support this very worthy cause. On behalf of Dungarvan & KCK Lourdes Invalid Fund, Ann Crowther thanked everyone for their support. The cast and crew gathered backstage for their first public performance after months of rehearsals, keeping the inevitable nerves in check with lots of goodhumoured backstage banter and lots of hugs! Pawel Lorenc joined us backstage to capture some lovely moments on camera (check out our facebook page and https://idophotographydungarvan.ie/ for the full gallery). Thanks Pawel! So after all the hard work and late nights at rehearsal, the house lights dimmed, the music started and the stage lights came up… And boy did all that hard work pay off! An absolutely brilliant performance by a very talented, brave and committed cast, directed by Mary Kelly, which was appreciated greatly by the audience. Having such a wonderful, attentive and appreciative audience on opening night

was a great boost for the cast. And the rest of the week just got better and better! The fantastic feedback from audiences kept the cast & crew, all of whom do this on a 100% voluntary basis and in addition to their day jobs, energised and excited for the whole week, which certainly shone through in their performances. Director Mary Kelly certainly has another hit to add to her directorial CV. Her vision, enthusiasm and tenacity in bringing this dream production to the stage were evident in the staging, performance and energy on display. Well done to the cast of Vanessa Leary-Hyde, Killian Power, Emma Walsh, Tom Rogers, Fidelma Meaney, James Fraher, Sharon O’Sullivan, David Power, Samantha Hayes and Jim Hyde on your superb performances! It was Tom, David and Jim’s first time on stage with Curtain Call - we were delighted to have them on board and hope to see them back on stage with us in future productions. Huge thanks to our setbuilding crew of Brian Sheehan, Fidelma Meaney, Hugh O’Donnell, Martin Landers, Kris Cowming, Michael Cowming, Tom Rogers, Brian Sheehan, Craig Sheehan, Darren Sheehan, Ian Sheehan, Kevin Sheehan, Thomas Rogers, David Willans, Emma Walsh, Catherine Whelan, Samantha Hayes, Sharon O’Sullivan, Vanessa Leary-Hyde, Michael O’Mahony. Special thanks to Fidelma Meaney who designed the set. It was a tricky project, especially given the confines of the stage, but you all accomplished wonders! Elysian Fields was brought to life in Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre!

Our deepest gratitude to our friends in Brideview Drama, who gave us the stairs for our set, a key piece in the set design. Brideview had these from their previous production of The Glass Menagerie and immediately offered them to us for our Streetcar set – a great example of local drama groups working together. Thank you! Thanks also to Carriglea Cairde Services & Topline Currans for providing us with some key props for our beautiful 1940s set! And also, we extend sincere thanks to Deise Scaffolding for their (quite literally) support! This was our first time doing a twostorey set, but we felt 100% secure thanks to the scaffolding provided by Deise Scaffolding. Thank you Christy & Co! We really appreciate it! Not content with building the set, Brian Sheehan also stage managed the production each night, ensuring the set was dressed, all props were in the right place at the right time etc. We would be lost without Brian. He’s a fantastic asset to the club. Thank you Brian for all you do for us! Thanks to Dirk Baumann, who did a great job on lighting and sound, which added greatly to the atmosphere of the production; to Debbie Collins for all her help backstage on hair/make-up; Samantha Hayes and Sharon O’Sullivan on prompting; Catherine Whelan for coordinating the front of house team; Michael Walsh for meeting & greeting everyone each night on arrival; our MCs for the week –; Our wonderful Front of House team - MC, ticket desk, programme sales, raffle ticket sales, catering – the team did a wonderful job all week – thank you Aaron Cowming, Kris Cowming, Teresa Fennell, Aileen Hogan, Colin Kirkham, Martin Landers, Tara McAndrew, Liam McDonnell, Mary Nagle, Hugh O’Donnell, Caroline O’Toole, Ann Power, Trish Sheehan, Lena Walsh, Michael Walsh, Orla White.

Thank you to our nightly raffle prize sponsors – local businesses are always so generous, especially with so many events going on and so many requests for sponsorship etc, we hope you all continue to support them. Thank you to Audrey’s Vintage, Beauty & Beyond, Crews Restaurant, Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy, Kirby School of Performing Arts, Garvey’s Supervalu, McKenna Computers, Noel Devereux Menswear, Revival Beauty Salon, The Lady Belle, The Moorings, The Wine Buff. With the huge number of events going on locally all the time, we depend heavily on the support of our friends, family, local businesses and media outlets to help us spread the word about our productions. We are very grateful to all the local businesses that allowed us to display our posters, flyers & photoboards, especially John & Maura Creed, Dungarvan Library & Dungarvan Credit Union; Thank you also to all the local drama groups, theatre groups and stageschools who helped us promote the production by sharing our poster on Facebook, Twitter etc. As anyone who has visited our own Facebook page will know, we do our very best to promote as many local productions as possible, keeping all our followers informed of all that is going on in theatreland in the area. So it’s lovely to have the favour returned so generously by all. Thank you! Thank you also to all our friends and family who shared details of the production on Facebook and Twitter; and to everyone who sent us messages wishing us well - it was lovely to hear from so many of our drama colleagues in other local theatre groups especially; Thank you to WLR (especially Geoff Harris, Mary O’Neill, Oliver Carroll, Aoibhin Fallon, Teresanne O’Reilly and Sean Drohan, who were all so supportive); Community Radio Youghal; Dungarvan Leader and Dungarvan Observer and the Avondhu

Press – all papers have been unstinting in their support, for which we are most grateful; Dungarvan Community Noticeboard; your help in promoting our productions is very much appreciated. Thank you to Aileen Hogan for providing us with rehearsal facilities in The Rehearsal Hub whenever the theatre was not available to us; this really is a wonderful facility, and we’re very grateful to Aileen for her unstinting support. We’re delighted to have had Ron Bending offer to take our headshots and production shots. Ron made us all look fantastic (it’s all in the lighting!) and the production shots are just amazing. We are also most grateful to Pawel Lorenc/I Do Photography for his fabulous shots backstage, front of house and of the production on opening night, and to Pepe Martello/Dungarvan Shop Window for his amazing shots of the production. We are blessed to have such talent and generosity of spirit in our community! Check out the Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan Facebook page for the full gallery. Thank you to Joe Kelly & his staff (Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside) and Michael Sheehan (The Wine Buff, Grattan Square) for handling ticket sales for us once again. Both businesses provide many local performing groups with a wonderful service – we’re very grateful for all your help! Thanks also to Noel Devereux for coordinating ticket sales for our opening night – great to see such a packed house for our first performance! A huge thank you to the Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan team – Fidelma Meaney (Chairperson), Vanessa Leary-Hyde (Vice Chairperson), Mary Kelly (Secretary), Emma Walsh (PRO), Brian Sheehan, Catherine Whelan, Samantha Hayes, Sharon O’Sullivan & Colin Kirkham for all the hard work they have put in over the last few months, and especially in the weeks running up to and during the production. The devil is in the detail, as they say, and no detail was over-looked by the hard-working team. To all our friends and families, thank you for your support. Being involved in a production always means less time to spend with our loved ones, so we are very grateful to you all for your patience and support. And apologies in advance if we’re feeling a little bit lost over the next week or two… finishing a production, especially one as intense as this, can be a bit emotional! As we reflect back on the

week and the success of this, our fourth production in just over two years, we feel very humbled by the support from all corners of our community. We are so very grateful to all who came to see A Streetcar Named Desire over the course of the six-night run. Sometimes, especially just before we go on each night, our nerves may have us questioning why we do this… but that question is very quickly answered when we hear the lovely feedback from the audiences and their laughs and gasps as they allow themselves to be transported

by the illusion we strive so hard to create – it makes all the hard work more than worthwhile! We acknowledge that this was a particularly hard-hitting production, albeit with a lot of humour aswell, so thank you to each and every one of you who came down to Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre during the week to see our production. We’ll take a very short break now… but watch this space for details of our next production, which we will be staging in and taking on the ADCI Festival Circuit in Spring 2017!

NEWS

Dungarvan Camera Club

MEMBERSHIP DIARY 4th October – 1st Regular Meeting of the New Year, Park Hotel, Dungarvan, 8.00 p.m. sharp. The monthly photo competition is ‘Open’ (anything goes, your golden opportunity to use that special image you have saved that has fitted not into any category to date – so go for it!). New members are always welcome. 11th October – ‘The Little School’ for beginners and novices at Enterprise Bar, The Square, Dungarvan, starts 8.00 p.m. Photography made easy by our excellent Tutor Tony Walsh. New members may join on this night. 18th October –Annual Get-Together at The Park Hotel, by popular demand this has been changed from a Dinner to a Buffet. Usual fun format, no long speeches, Prize giving (photographers of the year, etc.). We hope to arrange for some decent music (mixed) for later in the evening for those who wish to stay on. Strictly members and their guests only. Fees to be notified at regular meeting on 4th October. 25th October – Education & Technical (ED/TECH) at Enterprise Bar, The Square, Dungarvan. Topics – Deise

Project, Software, your problems solved by our very own John Pelham LIPF. Committee Meeting on 27th – September Review: The first meeting of the new committee was held at the Enterprise Bar, Dungarvan.The agenda was massive, such was the enthusiasm of the Chairman Michael O’Brien and his new committee to discuss and activate has many new projects as possible on the principle ‘a busy club is a happy club’. This was a 4 hour meeting finishing just before midnight. We would very much like thank John Tynan, proprietor of the Enterprise Bar, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, for the use of his studio/conference suite on the first floor for our committee meeting and both education classes. This a super space and just ideal for requirements. This is a very exciting time to be part of this vibrant club, with so many photoshoots, field trips, competitions, projects, etc., on the roll. Forum – This is your opportunity to engage with us, comments on what we do are always of interest.You may have a photographic question or problem that one of our qualified experts can help you with. We are

your user friendly camera club. You can contact me Richard Cutbill PRO or our Website and Facebook are simple to find. As this column is in a new format from what we did before, therefore things of interest will added i.e. Members Profiles – their life with photography, field trip reports and photographs, Special Guest Speakers who show us their work, etc., anything we think is not appealing will not appear again. Photography by Richard Cutbill LIPF – Images of Stradbally, one of the many worthy winners in County Waterford awarded with a Tidy Towns Silver Medal. This makes the great endeavour put in by the local workforce worthwhile, all keeping the village clean and tidy, the painting, planting of thousands of flowers and plants, Fund raising to improve the village and maintaining the Silver Standard. All co-ordinated by Joe Curran (chairman), Margo Crowley (secretary) & the very able committee, who are all hands on? Not forgetting the other workers, they are a proven great team. How did your town or village do, we would love to see your images. This a is great effort by the City & County with so many award winners, which is amazing considering we are up against towns and villages who are given massive funds, supplied with workforces, etc. ‘Tidy Towns’ is a trademark sponsored by The SUPERVALUE super market group.

Last of the Summer Wine – John Pelham, Ron Bending and Richard Cutbill had a very entertaining evening last month with Fermoy Camera Club judging their monthly competition. It was serious but fun evening. Ron has now become one of their paid tutors and we are now collectively referred to as ‘The Last of The Summer Wine’ Image enclosed was taken by us in the Ron Bending Studio.’

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

SCHOOLS

CAPPOQUIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Busy month at Cappoquin Primary School THE second month of the new school year has begun and everyone in our school community is busy and in full swing. So, we take a moment to reflect upon the many interesting events that have taken place during the month of September. VISIT OF UNDER 21 WATERFORD CHAMPIONS On Friday, 30th September the whole school and parents assembled in the hall to salute members of the victorious Under 21 Waterford team. And they came, armed of course with the precious cup which marks their tremendous achievement. The players took their place on the stage where they were welcomed by the Principal Mrs. Duggan. Mr. Casey, deputy principal and Sports Coordinator, also addressed the players and the audience. The players then answered a range of interesting questions from the students and the assembly ended with a whole school rendition of the retitled song ‘For They Are Very Good Players’. FOOTBALL MATCH Our football teams travelled to Lismore last Thursday to participate in a match against Bunscoil Bóthar na Naomh, Lismore. Although our school teams did not win their matches, we commend all players for their commitment to training and for their level of participation. VISIT FROM THE RED CROSS On Monday, three members of the Red Cross came to our school. During the day, they facilitated workshops for the children in Classes 2nd to 6th. The children learned how to administer CPR, how to handle someone who is choking and they got to

see at first hand the interior of an ambulance. After school, the members provided First Aid training for the staff. This was a valuable and worthwhile experience and in the words of one pupil, “we learned a lot”. VISIT FROM THE RED CROSS Account from a pupil in 5th/6th class On Monday the 26th of September the Red Cross visited our school. They came to show us examples of what to do if there was an emergency. One of the trainers showed us what to do if someone was choking and also what to do if a baby was choking. We then had a tour of the ambulance, we saw the stretcher and all the equipment in the ambulance. We also learned how to do CPR which was very interesting. ACTIVE SCHOOLS We celebrated European Week of Sport in September. Classes engaged in “Move on Monday” and “Walk on Wednesday” exercises. Pupils from 5th/6th Class engaged in “Challenge the Teacher” on Friday. It is great to see the pupils using our Slí na Sláinte for walking and running exercises. The first Active School Committee meeting for this school year was held during the month. Well done to all the Junior and Senior Active pupils of the week winners for September. SCHOOL SAVING STAMPS SCHEME This scheme is once again in operation and well done to all the pupils who are participating

Pupils celebrating European Week of Sport in Cappoquin Primary School.

Waterford U-21 All-Ireland Champions visit Cappoquin Primary School.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Waterford U-21 Team members visit to Tallow NS – Pupils at Tallow N.S. had a great welcome for the local members of the victorious Waterford Under 21 All-Ireland Hurling team on their recent visit to the school. Five members of the team arrived and stayed for some time answering questions and signing autographs for the enthusiastic audience. Tallow N.S. School pupils with Waterford U-21 All-Ireland Champions team members Jorden Henley, (Tallow) Michael Kearney, (Ballyduff Upper) Shane Bennett, (Ballysaggart) Colm Roche, (Shamrocks) John Paul Lucey (Shamrocks). [J. O’Mahony]

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Art Exhibition Junior infants at Carriglea NS enjoying maths on their laptop.

3rd Class pupils at Carriglea NS enjoying messy time as they make stress balls during art.

Children from St. Mary's N.S., Grange, celebrating the U-21 All-Ireland hurling victory with Dave Gartland and Christy Breathnach and the James Nowlan Cup.

STUDENTS from Blackwater Community School will be holding an exhibition of art work this week. The work will be on show at The Ministry of Art gallery located in the Monastery at the school. This exhibition will include a number of landscape paintings drawn by the Leaving Cert Applied students back in May 2016. The students drew inspiration from the work of landscape artist David Hockney and produced their own colourful take on landscapes from their local area. The exhibition will open on Wednesday, October 5th, from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there. LADIES FOOTBALL Well done to our Junior Team on their fantastic victory over the Loretto, Fermoy scoring 8-26 in the opening, round of the championship. PARENTS’ COUNCIL NIGHT Best of luck to all involved in the American Tea party organised by The Parents’ Council which takes place this Saturday night. Tickets are still available for the event by contacting the school office at 058 53620. Have a great night.

DEBS PHOTOS Photographs taken by Sean Byrne on the afternoon of the Debs are available for collection at the school office. JOHN PAUL AWARDS Congratulations to Leaving Cert Applied student Killian Barrett who received his John Paul 11 Award at the award ceremony last week. TRANSITION YEAR NEWS The group of students headed off on their hike along the Knockmealdowns and Sugar Loaf Hill as part of their Gaisce programme last week. Students are very busy in school with their ECDL programme, the Young Scientist project, Mini Company and the Junk Kouture competitions. JUNK KOUTURE Students involved in this competition are asking for anyone out there who has yellow high Vis jackets and is willing to donate them to help with their project work please get in touch with the school office. They would greatly appreciate as many of them as they can. HURLING NEWS Best of luck to the under 16½ team on their championship against Doon this Friday.

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DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Dungarvan CBS Annual Primary School Soccer Blitz 2016 ON last Friday, 23rd September, we held our annual soccer blitz for local primary schools. We had 8 teams competing with two groups of 4. Well done to all players who performed admirably to serve up some cracking games throughout the day. Thanks to all the teachers and parents from all the participating schools for their help in organising the day and also the smooth-running of the event. As the games commenced it was proving to be a very high scoring day with plenty of attacking play from all teams. Garranbane A and B both progressed to the semis along with Aglish N.S. and Scoil Gharbháin. After two very tough games both Garranbane teams advanced to the final with Aglish defeated in a penalty shootout. In the Plate Final St. Joseph’s defeated Scoil Gharbháin in a cracking contest. Thanks to all schools for participating and their teachers for making this day a success. Thanks also to the players both boys and girls who made this day so enjoyable with the skill, enthusiasm and great sportsmanship. Congratulations to Garranbane N.S. on their hard fought victory. BAG PACK Many thanks to all who supported the Parents’ Advisory Council’s bag pack last weekend in Garvey’s supermarket. We would like to express our gratitude to Garvey’s Supermarket for allowing us to man the tills over the weekend. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Advisory Council for all the hard work they have done over the last year in supporting the school. A reminder for all parents that the Parents’ Advisory Council will be having their AGM next Thursday the 6th of October at 7 in the school. CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE AMBASSADOR SCHOOL AWARDS On September 23rd, the now annual Cycle Against Suicide Ambassador School Awards ceremony was held at the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham. The Ambassador School Programme, one aspect of a wide range of Cycle Against Suicide initiatives, is schoolled, and involves the com-

pletion of “Five Gears” over the course of a year, all of which are aimed at raising awareness of the message that “It’s OK not to feel OK; and it’s absolutely OK to ask for help. The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton TD, congratulated the schools which completed the Ambassador School Programme. CBS was represented at the event by Mrs. Norris, Mr. Sheehan and students Jack Mulcahy and Gareth Williams, who understandably are very proud of their achievements.

Aglish National School

Jack Mulcahy and Gareth Williams.

St. Joseph’s Plate Winners

Ms. S. Norris, Jack Mulcahy, Gareth Williams and Mr. P. Sheehan.

Glenbeg Primary School

Garranbane National School Winners

Garranbane A and B Finalists

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KILMACTHOMAS PRIMARY SCHOOL

Welcome Back WELCOME back to all the pupils and staff of Kilmacthomas Primary School. A special welcome to to all our new pupils especially our Junior Infants.This year will be full of fun, learning and lots of new experiences. Our Junior Infants have settled in to the school routine very well and are enjoying all the activities the school has to offer. On Thursday, September 29th, Barry Whelan from Tramore who was on the winning U-21 Hurling AllIreland Team 2016 visited our school with the James Nolan Cup. We all dressed in our Waterford colours and brought flags and banners to school. James answered questions and signed jerseys for everyone. We had a fantastic Active Week for European Week of Sport in September. All the pupils and staff participated in a different physical

activity in school every day. We had Move it Monday, Operation Transformation, Walk on Wednesday and swimming classes.The week ended with a Fun Run/Walk on Friday September 16th which was National Fitness Day.

Aoife Dunne and Mikey Barry with the U-21 All-Ireland Cup in Kilmacthomas School.

Ava Ruane, Bevin Bowdren, Ellie Skehan and Lynsey O'Connell with the U-21 All Ireland Cup in Kilmacthomas School.

Pupils from Kilmacthomas Primary School with the U-21 All-Ireland Cup and Munster Championship Cup.

Green Schools Committee.

Junior Infants enjoying Aistear Activities based on the theme Myself.

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ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

2nd Years vs 3rd Years Ladies Football Challenge Fifty-three girls participated in a trial for the Junior Ladies Football Panel. A great afternoon of exercise and fresh air for the girls. Many thanks to Ms Angela Walsh and Ms Lisa Hanrick who organised the challenge. Best of luck to our Junior Ladies Footballers in the coming year of competition. SAILING NEWS Congratulations to Ella Crowe (3rd Year) who took part in the GP 14 Autumn Open Championships at Rosses Point, Sligo recently. Ella has a very busy weekend competing in events both on Saturday and Sunday.

Transition Year C.S.I. Forensic Workshop with Alison Leeck.

3rd Year who took part in the Ladies Football Challenge.

2nd Year who took part in the Ladies Football Challenge.

Caoimhe de Búrca, buaiteoir i rannóg na Sinsear, lena múinteoir Gaeilge, Áine Uí Fhoghlú. Bhuaigh Caoimhe an chéad duais lena haiste: 'Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916', sa chomórtas a reachtáil Roinn na Gaeilge i gColáiste Aibhistín.

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Pictured above are the Senior Soccer team who beat St. Ailbes, College in Tipperary Town.

Ploughing Championships 2016 ON Thursday, 22nd of September, the transition year students travelled to Tullamore, Co. Offaly to the Ploughing Championships. We left at 7:45 and the journey took us almost three hours. We had great fun and played some great music on the bus. When we eventually arrived, we put on our wellies. Everyone was so excited to get going. We hopped off the bus, and in we went. We all split into groups and went for a look around. We saw a man making sculptures out of wood with a chainsaw. It was truly amazing. We went into a stall and they we doing African drumming. Unfortunately, we didn't get to try it! We were starting to get hungry, and so we went to the chipper and got some food. There was a guy making names on necklaces out of wire and when you asked him to make one he had it done in five o minutes. We continued travelling around and we found the amusements. We went for a ride on the bumper cars, unfortunately they didn’t give us much time, but it was very fun. Eventually we all made it back to the meeting point. Some people had gotten free cowboy hats! They looked very funny. We arrived home at 5:30 and everyone went home. Everyone went home tired but happy. It was a brilliant day! By Leah Drummy –Transition year. FORENSICS SCIENCE WORKSHOP On Wednesday, 21st of

September the TY students of Coláiste Chathail Naofa participated in a forensics science activity. The students were put into groups to solve a case. Evidence tables were set up and students had to try to piece together the information. They got to see how finger printing and foot print moulding are used by the police. Everyone got to try on ‘forensic suits’ and have a go in a body which very eerie. This was a really interesting activity and might encourage some of us to become forensic scientists in the future. By: Ali Tobin Transition Year SENIOR SOCCER Colaiste Chathail Naofa (CCN) travelled to Tipperary town on Wednesday last, 28th September, for the opening round of the Munster Senior Boys “John Murphy Cup”. We were hosted by St. Ailbes, for an 11.00 a.m. kick-off time. The opening exchanges were cagey, with both teams defences on top. Paul Lannen marshalled the CCN backline well, and was ably assisted by fellow centre backs Adam Power and Dylan Murphy. CCN took the lead, just after the half hour mark, slightly against the run of play with a well taken breakaway goal by Davin Flynn. The opening goal was followed by an attacking onslaught from the home side, which led to two quick fire penalties and a string of top saves from keeper, Ray Brennan. The first one was missed, but the second hit the net for a 1-1 half-time score. CCN

were a transformed team after the half-time break, and started strongly on the front foot. The attacking full backs, Bradley Murray and Jamie Webster, were creating numerous chances on the overlap. The pressure finally told, when CCN were awarded a penalty, and took a 2-1 lead. St. Ailbes equalised totally against the run of play shortly afterwards, after some hesitant defending. The final twenty minutes was CCN dominated, with team captain Davin Flynn completing his hat-trick with a superb free kick.The home side lost their discipline late on, and went down to 10 men with the concession of a penalty. This was converted by Jason Moore, and was fully deserved for an excellent performance in central midfield.

So, a final score of 4-2, and an opening day win for Colaiste Chathail. Squad: Ray Brennan, Jamie Webster, Bradley Murray, Adam Power, Paul Lannen, Dylan Murphy, Jason Moore, Marcos A, Pedro Perez, Marti Rascado, Joey Quinlan, Davin Flynn, Jack Reynolds, David Lynch, Leigh O’Riordan BULLYING AWARENESS ASSEMBLY The first and second years had their first school assembly taken by Mr Cunningham of the year on Tuesday. The Principal explained about the rights and responsibilities of all students and to be aware of bullying. Aidan McCarthy the Garda Youth Liaison spoke to the students about cyber bully and how important it is to keep safe on-line.

Pictured above at the bullying awareness assembly are First year students: Rachel Healy, Sarah Sheehan, Ross Power and Carl Legg. Also included in the photo are Ms Laura Fraser, and Mr Ross Kerley, first year class tutors and Aidan MacCarthy Garda Youth Liaison Officer.

Pictured above are the transition year class on their way to the Ploughing Championships.

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Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents’ Association THE Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents Association had its AGM on Tuesday, 27th September and activities have already been planned for the period up to early December. From Wednesday, October 12th to Friday, October 14th you can drop off bags of reusable clothing, paired shoes, belts and bags at the School. This will be the first fundraising venture of this academic year. We invite parents, grandparents and friends of the school to drop bags off within school hours on these days. No duvets, bedding, towels or curtains please. For more information visit www.bag2school.ie On Friday, 28th October the school

will host a Hallowe’en Cake Sale and Coffee Morning. Students will get an opportunity to come in their classes to buy buns during the morning, but again parents, grandparents and friends of the school are welcome from 9.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. to drop in to buy a cake or to sit and enjoy a tea or coffee. The 3rd Class Quiz will take place on Thursday, November 17th from 7.30 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. 3rd class students from any school in the area are invited to come to our school with a team of 4. Entry costs €4 per person and that includes entry into a raffle. There will be no further costs on the night. Please note that no drinks or sweets are per-

mitted in our school halla. Finally we would like to invite anyone with students in the school to come to get involved with the Parents Assocation activities during the year. Also if you are involved with a local business, please consider sponsoring a raffle or quiz prize during this year.We will be approaching local businesses in Sept/Oct with a committment that we will not come back seeking support again this year and any sponsorship with be credited and acknowledged in our articles and publications during the year. Stay tuned and keep an eye on this paper for more Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents Association news.

4th class boys at Carriglea NS proudly displaying their stress ball creations.

ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Our new sensory garden WE have a new garden in St Mary's. It is a sensory garden where we have plants and flowers that appeal to all our senses sight, sound, touch, taste and smell. We will add to it during the year and we hope it will be enjoyed by pupils, parents and teachers for many years to come.We also hope it will attract lots of butterflies and bees and assist them in continuing the valuable work they do for us. BRASS BAND VISIT Last Friday some members of the Dungarvan Brass Band visited our school. Christopher told us about some of the instruments the cornet, the horn, the euphonium and the tuba. They played 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams, 'What

makes you beautiful' by One Direction and 'Proud Mary' by Tina Turner which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. Some girls were chosen to try out the instruments. It was great fun. SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM Our 5th and 6th class girls have played their first football match of the season. They cycled along with their teachers to Dungarvan pitch where they played a very strong Garranbane team. Next week we play Abbeyside, best of luck to the girls in their next match. GUESS THE FAIRY-TALE Senior Infants became actors and actresses. They retold a traditional fairy tale

and then worked in groups to produce a freeze-frame of the story. Can you guess which fairy-tale it is? The answer will be revealed next week. SENIOR INFANTS SENSORY WALK Pupils in Senior Infants explored their surroundings as there were many changes to observe after the summer holidays. Sight, smell, hearing and touch were used to examine the new Sensory Garden. They visited St Mary’s School Orchard to see (and pick) the ripe fruit – plums, pears and apples. The pupils finished their exploration with a prayer to thank God for the harvest. SCHOOL MASS Last Friday we had our annual back to school mass in the Parish Church. It was

a beautiful mass and we raised the roof with our singing, especially for the

community song at the end. Well done to all who sang, read and played instru-

ments. A special thank you to Fr. Ryan who celebrated the mass and gave each

classroom a lovely picture of St.Teresa of Calcutta for our sacred space.

Senior Infants recreating a fairytale. Can you guess which fairytale it is. Answer will be revealed next week.

Some of our pupils exploring our new Sensory Garden.

Some members of Dungarvan Brass Band who visited our school recently.

Senior Infants with the fruit they picked from our school orchard.

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Athletes from Carriglea NS who represented their school at the recent cross country schools competition.

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Presentation of jerseys to the children of Carriglea NS by the Carriglea Parents’ Association. Included are Mrs. Hayes, Principal; Mr. O'Halloran, teacher, and Anne Marie Power, Chairperson; Carol Romaine and Deirdre Feerick, Parents’ Association. Our AGM is on Tuesday 11th at 8.00 p.m. in Carriglea National School. Don't miss this chance to meet other parents and have your say. All welcome.

St. Augustine’s College – Séamus Power pictured on his recent visit to the college with Mr Donal Williams (Events co-ordinator) and enthusiastic young golfers.

Infants at Carriglea NS proudly supporting the Deise boys.

Ballycurrane Junior Infants 2016 with their teacher Mrs. O'Connor.

Pupils celebrating European Week of Sport in Cappoquin Primary School.

Junior Infants at Kinsalebeg National School.

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OBITUARY

JOHN BERESFORD White’s Orchard and formerly Coolnagour, Dungarvan

TONY HALLY Woodhouse, Aglish, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford

With sadness we record the passing of John Beresford which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 4th October, 2016. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Private cremation will take place later. Family flowers only, donations in lieu to St.Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. To his son Raymond; daughters Louise and Jenny; brother Gerard; grandchildren Izzy, Leo, Mary Kate and Emma; daughter-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. Full obituary next issue.

It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that we record the passing of Tony Hally, Woodhouse, Aglish, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred on 9th September, 2016. Tony was born on the 14th January, 1960, he was the second eldest son of Pat and Peg Hally, Woodhouse, Aglish, and brother to Kevin, Mary, Paddy, Gerry and Austin. Tony attended National School in Aglish and Secondary School in Cappoquin. Thereafter, he began working on the family farm, where his keen eye for the wellbeing of his animals was quickly appreciated. He was never happier than when helping his farming neighbours and spent many days with his good friend John Kelly. Tony married Karen McCormick in 2001 and they were blessed with two daughters, Claire and Caoimhe, who were Tony’s pride and joy. He spent many happy hours helping the girls with their ponies either leading them out the top road or organising jumps in the field as well as taking them to local shows and gymkhanas. He had a keen interest in sport. Tony played with the Geraldines GAA Club, winning a Junior Football County medal in 1983 and a Western Intermediate Football medal in 1984. He was also an authority on the Premiership League. Tony’s untimely passing leaves a void in the lives of his family and friends. Especially his loving wife Karen; daughters Claire and Caoimhe; sister Mary; brothers Kevin, Paddy, Gerry and Austin, and their extended families. May he rest in peace. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Sunday evening by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Monday evening Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family before removal took place to the Church Of Assumption, Aglish. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. As Tony’s coffin was shouldered in to the Church a guard of honour was formed by members of the Geraldines GAA Club. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E.; Rev. Fr. F. Lucey, P.E., and Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing Tony’s life were presented to the Altar by his daughters Caoimhe (a family photograph); Claire (a horse); nephews Fionn (the Farmers’ Journal), Eoin (Geraldines GAA jersey); sister Mary (a Rosary Beads); brother-in-law Tom Kearney recited the significance of these. Readings during the Mass were recited by Tony’s brothers Austin and Kevin. Prayers of the Faithful were read by daughter Caoimhe, nieces Maggie, Kate, Karen and nephew Martin. Soloist Andree Cunningham and organist Darragh Kiely provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by nieces Roisin and Niamh. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Tony was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving and heartbroken wife Karen (nee McCormick); much loved dad of Claire and Caoimhe; sadly missed by his loving brothers Kevin, Paddy, Gerry and Austin; sister Mary Kearney; sisters-in-law Catherine, Bridget, Trudy, Lorraine and Ann; brothers-in-law Tom Kearney, Paul, Michael and Joe McCormick; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated for Tony on Friday, 14th October, 2016, in the Church Of Assumption, Aglish, at 7.15 p.m.

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Just think of it! “IT is not good that the man should be alone. I will make him a helpmate.” (Gen.ch.2,v.18). In this one sentence the Bible records the making of the other half of the human race. It is significant that the word used to describe this other half is “helpmate”: it seems to imply that it is not good for any human being, woman or man, to be alone in their work. One of the features of present day working conditions seems to be that many people are on their own in their work. We have all had the experience of ringing up some organisation which is supposed to provide a service to the public and being instructed to “Press 1” or “Press 15” or all buttons in between. Is there any human being at all in the outfit? Seriously, it is an indication of how living beings have been superseded by inanimate technology. Not only is this putting people out of jobs, it is also depriving the customer and the employee of the chance of interacting and therefore of the reassuring feeling that there are other people, other voices with whom one can relate. There must surely be many workers who don’t encounter another human being in the course of a whole day’s work. There may be others in physical proximity, but that doesn’t mean that there is any interaction with them; each man/woman is in their own person-proof box, very busy and very isolated. I wonder is that why many third level students drop out of their first choice of course after a year or two: they realise that they would be more fulfilled or more contented in a job that will involve dealing with people. So they switch courses and with hopes and courage undimmed they begin again. Other people can be a great nuisance, but they can also be a source of great satisfaction and joy! And working with other people can knock some of the pride and self-opinion out of us: a solo run isn’t necessarily the best way to win a match. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time: 2 Kings 5:14-17 - Naaman returned Elisha and acknowledged the Lord. 2 Timothy 2: 8-13 - If we hold firm, then we shall reign with Christ. Luke 17:11-1 - No one has come back to give praise to God, except this foreigner. Youth 2000 Retreat in De La Salle College, Newtown,Waterford City next weekend 7th – 9th October for 16 – 35 year olds. More details in the newsletter and on the noticeboards. October is the month of the Rosary. The Rosary is prayed each morning here in St. Mary’s after the 9.30 a.m. Mass and after the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Saturdays. The Rosary is the means at hand of praying for the needs of the Church, of the world and for our own needs. (Adapted from Pope John XXIII) Rosary beads and leaflets are available at our Lady’s Altar. St. Teresa of Calcutta. You are welcome to visit the display of material associated with Mother Teresa here at the top of the church near the confession box.You are also welcome to take a leaflet which gives details of Mother Teresa’s life, some of her sayings and reflections and parts of the homilies given at the time of her canonisation last month. The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help continues each Monday at 7.30 p.m. until Monday, October 24th. No 9.30 a.m. Morning Mass on Mondays during the Novena. This is an ideal opportunity to do something special to mark this Holy Year of Mercy. Pilgrimage to the Shrines of Northern Italy: St. Mary’s Parish and Augustinian Friary, Dungarvan, 14th – 21st June 2017. Visiting Sienna, Pisa, Padua, Florence,Verona,Venice and Lake Garda. A saving scheme is available. For further details, contact Noel: 058-44350 or Margaret: 058-43051. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282.

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

ESTHER O’SHEA (nee Keohan) Caseyville, Dungarvan We write with sadness and regret on the passing of Esther O’Shea on Friday, 30th September, in the loving care of staff at the Sacred Heart Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Predeceased by her husband Paddy; daughter Breda; parents Nicholas and Ellie; brother John; sisters Betty, Mary, Josephine, Dolores, Eileen and Theresa; we extend our sincere sympathy to Esther’s sons Pat and Tony; daughters Ella, Mary, Geraldine, Christine and Esther; grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, extended family, other relatives and friends. May she rest in peace. Esther’s family and friends gathered at Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel on Saturday evening, 1st October, where the Rosary was led by David Kiely. Esther lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 2nd October, where Rosary and prayers were led by Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy). Removal took place on Monday morning, 3rd October, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. J. Harris, C.C., and afterwards Esther was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a large concourse of mourners. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 PETER O’FLYNN Convent Street, Tallow It is with sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Peter O’Flynn, Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, who died peacefully, surrounded by his family, in the tender and loving care of the exceptional staff of St. Vincent’s Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital, on the 9th of September, 2016. He was a devoted husband, father, grandad and brother. A farmer all his life, Peter loved nothing more than the outdoor life and caring for his animals. He enjoyed all sports, especially the GAA and in particular horse racing. A man of deep religious faith who will be greatly missed in his local community. May he rest in peace. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Sunday evening, following funeral prayers recited by Rev. Fr. Peter Hegarty, removal took place to the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Peter. Hegarty. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. Peter Hegarty and was assisted by Rev. Fr. P. Fitzgerald, P.E. Readings during the Mass were recited by niece Collette O’Flynn and his brother David. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Aidan Sherwood (grandnephew), nieces Eleanor Sherwood, Mary Guthrie, Bríd Hartnett, Oonagh Hartnett and daughter-in-law Laura O’Flynn.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by sister Breda Brennan and sisterin-law Noreen Hartnett. Soloist Sarah Barry and organist Marjorie Moran provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Following Communion his son Paul recited an appreciation to everybody there, acknowledging their support and kindness to the family at this difficult time. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. Peter Hegarty officiated the graveside prayers where Peter was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Kay (nee O’Connor); sons Pat and Paul; brothers David and Colie; sisters Breda and Shelia; daughter-in-law Laura; grandchildren Ronan, Sophie and Claire; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th October, 2016, in the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow, at 6:30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

BRIDGET (Biddy) DUNNE Ballyguiry Upper, Dungarvan We record with sorrow and regret the passing of Biddy Dunne which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 27th October, in the loving care of staff at St. Anne’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. The last surviving member of her family, Biddy was predeceased by her parents William and Minnie; brothers Paddy, Mick, Jack, Bill and Jim; sisters Kathy, Hannah, Margaret, Mary and Alice.We offer our sincere condolences to her nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, other relatives and friends. Rosary was led by Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy) at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday, 28th September, in the presence of her loving relatives and friends. Funeral prayers were recited by Fr. Gerard O’Connor, P.P., on Thursday, 29th September, before the removal took place to St. Patrick’s Church, Mount Stuart. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. O’Connor, P.P., on Friday, 30th September, and afterwards Biddy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MICHAEL MOLONEY Tarrs’ Bridge, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Michael Moloney which sad event occurred on Friday, 30th September, 2016. Removal was from his residence on Monday morning to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Following Funeral Mass on arrival cremation took place later. To his wife Ann; sons Tony and David; daughter Elizabeth; siblings Joan, Aine, Mary, Pearse and Claire; daughters-in-law Eimear and Aoife; grandchildren, relatives and friends. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

FARMING

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FARMING

Round-up … IFA calls on factories to reverse beef price cuts based on strong UK market returns

Senator Paudie Coffey attending the IFA pre budget briefing in the Davenport Hotel this week. From left to right Michael Keane, Farm Business Rep, IFA; Paudie Coffey; Joe Healy IFA President; John Joe Byrne, IFA Waterford and John Fitzgerald, Chair, Waterford IFA.

IFA welcomes GLAS payment assurance for Commonage farmers IFA Hill Committee Chairman Pat Dunne has welcomed the assurance given by Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed that commonage farmers will get their 2016 GLAS payment at the same time as all other GLAS farmers, within the next six weeks. Pat Dunne said that the delay in getting the online system up and running for advisors to lodge commonage plans has been unacceptable, but the Minister’s commitment to have interim arrangements in place for submitting commonage management plans should ease the concerns of

farmers with commonage. IFA is urging all advisors to ensure that plans for all commonage are inputted. Farmers who are unsure of their situation should contact their own adviser to ensure that a plan is done for their commonage. So far, up to 7,000 commonage farmers have signed up for GLAS and it is expected that in the next phase of GLAS that the number of commonage farmers in the scheme will increase to well in excess of 10,000. The IFA Hill Chairman said all direct payments are a vital lifeline for

hill farmers and the GLAS scheme along with ANC’s, BPS and the soon to be introduced Sheep Scheme impact on supporting farm income. In the implementation of GLAS in hill areas, IFA has consistently called for flexibility. In this regard the Commonage Implementation Committee has a key role to play. This matter was raised at a meeting with Minister Creed last week. It is now important that an independent Chairman is immediately appointed so that work can commence where problems emerge.

Dungarvan Mart Report MONDAY, 3rd OCTOBER, 2016 DRY COWS 1 Char. 700 kgs. made €1,090. 1 Fr. 730 kgs. made €1,030. 1 Fr. 665 kgs. made €920. BULLOCKS 2 Char. 597 kgs. made €1,170 each. 1 Bel. Blue 555 kgs. made €1,095. 3 Char. 531 kgs. made €1,060 each. 4 Frs. 610 kgs. made €1,040 each.

4 A.A. 414 kgs. €790 each. 5 A.A. 465 kgs. €910 each. 5 Her. 431 kgs. €895 each. 4 A.A. 437 kgs. €875 each. HEIFERS 1 Sim. 550 kgs. €1,140. 1 Sim. 485 kgs. €950. 2 Her. 482 kgs. €925 each.

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4 A.A. 308 kgs. made €600 each. 2 sim. 490 kgs. made €950 each. WEANLING SALE – 29th September, 2016. BULLS Char. 433 kgs. made €990 each. 6 Lim. 344 kgs. made €965 each. 3 Char. 406 kgs. made €960 each. 4 Char. 310 kgs. made €870 each. HEIFERS 1 Char. 425 kgs. made

€890. 1 Char 385 kgs. made €880 each. 2 Sim. 410 kgs. made €800 each. 1 Lim. 390 kgs. made €800 each. Next Weanling Sale Thursday, 13th October, 2016 – Special Entries for this Sale (1) 25 Purebred and ¾ bred Charolais bull weanlings; (2) 25 BucketFed Aberdeen Angus and Hereford X bullocks and 6 heifers (for local producers).

IFA President Joe Healy has called on the meat factories to reverse the beef price cuts and restore some level of confidence to producers. He said that based on the market returns from the UK, it is clear the factories could easily reverse some of the price cuts of recent weeks and increase returns to Irish farmers currently selling at a loss. Joe Healy said factories have cut beef prices in Ireland by up to 20c/kg since September 1st, while prices in our main export market in the UK have increased by 2-3p/kg per week, every week since early May. He said, currently beef prices in the UK are £3.64/kg, which is equivalent to €4.43/kg including VAT. This week factories are quoting €3.70/kg for R3 grade steers in Ireland, opening up a massive gap of 70c/kg or €250 per head with prices in our best and nearest export market. The IFA President said the market figures clearly show that the price cutting tactics of the meat factories are unjustified and have driven livestock farmers into serious loss making territory as well as shaken confidence in the sector. Joe Healy said the last available set of AIMS data from the Department of Agriculture on cattle supplies show that numbers in the 24-36 month age category for beef cattle are well down by 44,000 head compared to 2015 figures. He said in the last three weeks supplies have been strong and a lot of cattle have been killed and this could leave supplies tighter in the weeks and months ahead. He added that factories had taken advantage of the bad weather and increased supplies in western and northern counties in recent weeks to unfairly pull prices. The IFA President said the first boat load of live cattle are arriving in Turkey and hopefully many more shipments will follow over the coming weeks and months. He said shippers are actively buying in the marts and the live trade had brought competition as well as putting a floor in the price as the autumn weanling sales had kicked in.

IFA disputes Department of Environment’s notion that proposed waste tyre charging regime won’t add extra cost IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney has disputed recent comments made by Department of Environment officials that the new proposed waste tyre charging regime will not add additional charges to farm families. He said,“IFA fully supports keeping the countryside clean and does not want to see rural Ireland being used as a dumping ground for waste tyres and other rubbish by serial dumpers. However, before any new measures are introduced, the

Department must firstly clarify how much of the funds already collected have been used for the correct recycling of waste tyres and how their new proposals will not add extra costs on rural Ireland.” Concluding he said, “Minister Naughten and REPAK, who have been appointed by the Minister to run this new regime, must now clearly explain how this new proposal will better address the scourge of littering in the countryside, while not adding extra costs for farm families.”

Calls to reduce meat consumption ignore reality IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney has said that calls for developed nations to reduce meat consumption as a solution to addressing the international climate challenge ignores the reality that future demand for meat, and proteins generally, will be driven by developing countries. Thomas Cooney pointed out that aggregate meat consumption in developed countries grew by 1.3% in the last 10 years compared with 6.1% in developing countries, while milk consumption increased by 0.3% compared with 3.8% in developing countries. In addition, developing countries face significant resource stresses in meeting this increasing demand, particularly in areas such as water availability. He said Ireland and developed countries cannot ignore the climate challenge, and in fact thousands of farm families across Europe, particularly in Ireland, are global leaders in sustainable food production. “No other country in the world monitors, measures and manages carbon from farm to fork like Ireland does. Initiatives such as the IFA-led Smart Farming programme addresses the dual challenges of improving farm incomes while reducing environmental impacts. In addition, farmers participate in carbon audits, with over 70,000 farmers measuring carbon in programmes such as Bord Bia’s Quality Beef Assurance programme. This is supported by a clear commitment from Government, with over €2 billion of the Rural Development Programme budget dedicated to climate and agri-environment programmes such as GLAS and TAMS. This commitment to environmental improvement by so many farmers is unique. It represents a credible path for the sustainable intensification of the sector, with a fall in emissions by 9% since 1990, while the sector reported its sixth consecutive year of growth in exports.” The IFA Environment Chairman said developing credible proposals for sectors such as transport and energy, which make up 90% of emissions in the EU, would be a better focus than pursuing unrealistic meat-free proposals. He said, these are areas where farmers can make further climate mitigating efforts through biomass and bio-energy production.

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Waterford farmer shortlisted for Bord Bia Origin Green Award • Prize recognises sustainable practices in beef and dairy farming • Winners to be announced at awards ceremony on October 21st KIERAN Hallahan, a farmer from Cappoquin, has been nominated for the first-ever Bord Bia Origin Green Farmer Awards, putting him among the most efficient farmers in the country. Origin Green is the world’s first national programme to address climate change and the broader sustainability challenges in food and agriculture. Bord Bia is inaugurating the Farmer Awards this year to the exceptional performance being achieved by members of Bord Bia’s Beef and Dairy Sustainability Assurance Schemes, which are pivotal to differentiating Irish food and drink in the global marketplace. Mr. Hallahan has been nominated in the Suckler to Weanling/Store category. He manages 44 hectares of free-draining grassland, alongside a tillage enterprise and a contracting business. His 53 suckler cows average 0.98 calves per year, with replacements mainly sourced from dairy herds. The yearlings are out-wintered on forage rape, with some silage and meal also used. Speaking on the opening day of this year’s National Ploughing Championship, Bord Bia Chief Executive Aidan Cotter said, “The Origin Green programme, and our industry’s proactive approach to sustainability, sets us apart from our international competitors while also

ensuring Ireland is showing leadership in response to one of the most significant challenges facing the world today. As our €11 billion export-led industry grows to meet the ambitious targets set out in Food Wise 2025, now more challenging in a post-Brexit environment, Ireland’s capacity to demonstrate its green credentials will prove critical”. Ireland is also the first country in the world to audit and carbon footprint its farms on a national scale, currently at a rate of 650 a week. Mr. Cotter went on, “It is important for Bord Bia to acknowledge, celebrate and showcase best practice, efficient farmers who continue to lead by example. In what is a difficult year for farm incomes, lowering the farm’s Carbon Footprint through efficiency gains will not only reduce production cost and improve on-farm profitability, but will also enhance returns from the marketplace”. A total of 28 beef and dairy finalists have been shortlisted for the Awards. These producers exemplify an environmentally conscious approach, producing what the market demands in a natural, sustainable manner.The overall winning producers will be announced at an awards ceremony on Friday, 21st October, 2016.

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Waterford well represented in the Agribusiness Awards 2016 WATERFORD firm Suir Sprayers is one of three firms competing for the prestigious Agribusiness of the Year Equipment & Machinery title. Meanwhile Butlerstown-based Green Acre Marketing is among six companies shortlisted for Excellence in the Provision of Professional Services. The ceremony will take place on Thursday November 17th in the Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin. www.agribusinessawards.ie

Alex Heskin presenting a cheque of €250 to David Evans of Fortwilliam Estate on behalf of Barnardos. Also in photo L to R: Michael O’Donnell, Chairman of WWPA; Declan Doocey, Secretary of WWPA; Patsy Kearney, Liam Prendergast, Mike Hannon, Mike O’Rourke, Jimmy Power, Martin Cashell, Ollie Flynn and Jimmy Cotter.

West Waterford Ploughing Association ON Sunday, 18th September we held our annual ploughing match on the lands of Fortwilliam Estate by kind permission of the Evans family for which we are very grateful. On the day we also held the 25th Anniversary of the first ever Reversible ploughing match held in Ireland. Five of the original ploughmen from 1991 came and ploughed on the day. The weather was not in our favour on the day but it did not dampen the spirits of our ploughmen with some excellent work being done.

We would like to congratulate Jay Prendergast of Clashmore on winning the All-Ireland 3 Furrow competition in Tullamore. We would also like to express our appreciation to all of our sponsors on the day. On Thursday, the 29th September a presentation was made by the West Waterford Ploughing Association to Barnardos which is the charity of choice by the Evans family of Fortwilliam Estate. The results are as follows: 2 Furrow Senior - 1st Michael

Lenihan, 2nd Larry Bergin; 3rd Maurice Walsh. Under 28 2 Furrow - 1st Cian Keohane; 2nd Stephen O’Connell. 3 Furrow Competition - 1st Jay Prendergast; 2nd Matt Coakley. 3 Furrow Standard - 1st James Murphy; 2nd Cillian Tate; 3rd James Foley. 3 Furrow Novice - 1st Mike Hannon; 2nd Jimmy Power; 3rd Shane Fenton. 2 Furrow Vintage Hydraulic 1st Philip Cotter; 2nd Hugh Keane; 3rd Tom Beausang.

Single Furrow Vintage - 1st Trevor Fleming; 2nd Oliver Power. Trailer Vintage - 1st Dinny Hennessy; 2nd Ray Hallahan. 2 Furrow Reversible - 1st Jimmy Cotter; 2nd Tom Lonergan; 3rd Conor Butler. Under 28 Reversible - 1st Thomas Houlihan; 2nd Paul O’Connor. 3 Furrow Reversible - 1st Thomas Lonergan; 2nd Kieran Hennebry; 3rd Paddy Power. 4 Furrow Reversible - 1st Liam Hurley.

Dungarvan Show 100 Years On IN July next year, Dungarvan Agricultural Show Society will run its 100th show. To commemorate this significant event we are planning to publish a history of the show down through the years. On Monday evening next, October 10th, we are holding a “Trip Down Memory Lane on Dungarvan Show” evening in The Park Hotel and we would like to invite anyone who had a connection with the show, either on the Committee or as an exhibitor, to exchange memories and favourite moments with us. Please come along at 7.30 p.m. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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Waterford farmers simply cannot take agri-diesel excise levy rise Mooted increase by Government must be shot down WATERFORD TD, Mary Butler has said any increase in excise on agricultural diesel would compound the difficulties facing farmers, and their families. Deputy Butler made the call following reports in the media that the Fine Gael government considering increasing the excise on agricultural diesel as part of Budget 2017. “Farmers and their fami-

lies are on their knees, crippled by rock-bottom prices and market volatility." “Poor weather over the Summer, and the uncertainty being caused by Brexit, has increased the pressure Waterford farmers are under." “The simple fact is that farmers have less and less money in their pockets, and they cannot afford a rise in excise on agricultural

diesel,” added Butler. “It makes no sense for the Government to consider such an increase when farmers are in such a difficult position. The Government should be investing its energy in looking at ways to ease the financial pressure on farming families, not making it worse.” “The upcoming budget must focus on assisting

farmers and not compound the problems they already have to deal with. Fianna Fáil is committed to protecting and developing agriculture for the 140,000 farming families across the country. "Farmers play a crucially important role in rural Waterford.That needs to be respected and supported in the forthcoming budget,” concluded Deputy Butler.

ICSA gives guarded welcome to Tag approval decision However, ICSA president warns that approval process must result in real competition on November 1st . . . ICSA has given a guarded welcome to the Department decision to move to an approval process for the supply of cattle tags which potentially will lead to competition. Following a meeting with the Department, ICSA President Patrick Kent said that it was vital there would be real competition as soon as the new regime commences on November 1st. “ICSA has long favoured competition between tag suppliers in order to give farmers the best chance of value for money, top service and durable tags.” “ICSA believes that farmers not Department officials are best placed to determine value for money and the

durability of tags. Farmers have a vested interest in a number of tag manufacturers competing with each other. This is the best way to ensure ongoing effort to continuously improve the quality of the tag and also the turnaround time for delivering tags for new born calves. Competition will also incentivise companies to continuously seek efficiencies and to keep margins tight.” “However, ICSA made it very clear that the approval process must be completed as expeditiously as possible. We do not want to see artificial delays in granting approval to quality tags and we have outlined our view that tags which are deemed good enough for the UK,

Germany, France, Netherlands etc should also be deemed good enough in Ireland. ICSA will therefore be carefully monitoring the process and the decision taken can only truly be judged when we see several operators in business by November 1st.” Mr. Kent also explained that ICSA has insisted to the Department that farmers must be made aware that tag cost includes a 38 cent voluntary levy to ICBF. “We want to ensure that the tag ordering process makes this clear and that farmers have a straightforward choice in opting in or opting out of this levy.”

READER’S QUERIES Teagasc / Glanbia Question: I am planning to wire off a boundary watercourse on land recently acquired and am wondering if there is a set distance I must keep the wire out. I had to keep out a set distance from a watercourse that was in REPS many moons ago. Does the same apply under the Nitrates? Can you please advise? Answer: The Nitrates Directive is more concerned with application. Fertiliser, both organic and chemical and pesticides must not be applied within 2 metres of a watercourse. However if you intend to join GLAS with this land, you might be well advised to check with a planner as watercourses that are of high or low status water quality must be wired from bovines 1.5 metres out from the edge of the bank. Otherwise you can set the wire back to a practical distance that will withstand local seasonal flooding. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Please note that although calls have been made to extend the slurry spreading dates, the current closing period for land spreading of slurry begins on Saturday, 15th October. Spreading from Saturday could have an impact on your payments.

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Week Ending: 3/10/2016 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 17.6 4.59 4.08 1.53 2 978 373 2,000 45 57

South Kilkenny 16.9 5.29 4.18 1.60 2 1,013 383 2,500 40 49

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Salmonella injection for cows. • 2nd Salmonella for Incalf Heifers. • Start closing paddocks this week. South Kilkenny • SCC 90,000. • Repairs and Maintenance being carried out at the moment. • Will start closing paddocks this week.

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Teagasc DAIRYING The feed value of late Autumn grass A common observation by dairy farmers is that late Autumn grass does not have the same ‘power’ as Spring or Summer swards.Teagasc analysis of good quality Autumn swards over a number of seasons has shown that: 1. DMD is still high at +80% because the fibre content remains digestible 2. Sugars content is lower than for Summer grass 3. Energy content is 80-85% of the value of spring grass at 0.85-0.90 UFL per kg DM 4. Crude protein content is high at 21 -23%. Much of this is rumen-degradable nitrogen (N), which is adequate for late lactation cows, but not for freshly-calved cows. These compositional changes reduce milk production potential for Autumn grass – for example 16kg DM intake of Autumn grass supports a daily milk yield of approximately 5.5 litres less than an equivalent allowance of Summer pasture. Also, the surplus of feed protein relative to energy is greater for Autumn grass. This is not to say that Autumn grass is a poor feed, however. On the contrary, it is possible to achieve excellent milk solids output (1 .2+ kg per day) from Spring-calved cows fed 2kg/day of high energy (e.g., 0.94 UFL) concentrate in late lactation, provided grass is well managed as part of the diet. For freshly-calved cows on Autumn grass, higher rates of concentrate supplementation (5-6kg) and inclusion of quality protein ingredients (e.g., soya, distillers) are required. A high-energy (0.94 UFL) ration at protein equivalent of 16% is complementary to Autumn grass – higher crude protein levels are of limited benefit until grass is removed from the diet. Effect of Autumn closing date on Spring grass accumulation PastureBase stores all grassland measurements in a central database. This facilitates the quantification of grass growth and DM production (total and seasonal) across the country. In a recent analysis of 1,300 paddock measurements in 2014/2015, the database demonstrated some key messages on closing up for the Winter. Data from PastureBase was used to examine the effect of a closing date in either October or November on the amount of grass available for grazing in the latter half of March. It is obvious from Table 1 that earlier closing (early October) resulted in much higher availability of grass compared to closing seven weeks later (November 23rd). Every week delay in closing resulted in a loss of almost 80kg DM/ha of grass available in March. It is essential to have grass in the herd's diet to lower the costs of production and increase milk price (higher milk protein content).Therefore, some paddocks must be closed in early October to ensure grass availability in early 2017. Table 1: Benefits of earlier closing for availability of grass

Date of closing October 2 October 10 October 23 November 6 November 23 Grass available in second half of 1,118 1,069 873 715 673 March (kg DM / ha) Autumn grassland management on Teagasc farms Stephen Fitzgerald, farm manager at Curtin’s research farm in Cork, aims to start the last rotation on October 5th. Soil type is free draining on this farm. The aim is to have 60% of the farm grazed by November 1st and to finish grazing by November 20th.Target closing cover is 600kg. Spring demand is high on the farm with 84% expected to calve in six weeks, at a stocking rate of 3.0 cows per ha. Cows are turned out once they calve starting from February Turnout cover is expected to be in the region of 700-800kg for this farm depending on Winter growth. Ballyhaise dairy farm is best described as a drumlin heavy clay soil, with some of the land liable to flooding. Donal Patton, who manages the herd, says that management decisions always need to be flexible depending on conditions at any time. Demand on the farm is high in Springtime, with a six-week calving rate of 85% and stocking rate of 3.6 cows per hectare for the first rotation. Some of the wet ground is not available for the first rotation. This year, the plan is to start the last rotation on October 1st and have 60% of the farm grazed by October 25th. Grazing is expected to finish around November 10th-15th. Target closing cover is 550kg and normally a few paddocks at closing will have about 1,200kg. Donal is concerned this year that if good grazing conditions persist, some farmers may graze these closing covers and leave themselves short in the spring. Body condition score With no quota limitations to milk supply, the temptation will be strong to milk cows on later into autumn.While this may be worthwhile if grass supply is on target, it is very important that body condition score (BCS) at drying off is not compromised. Assess herd BCS on a cow-by-cow basis. Any thin cows (BCS 2.5 or under) calving in the first six weeks next year should be dry by early November at the latest. This will allow time for recovery and will make a big difference to cow health and milk yield next year. Heifers From early October there are about 200 days until breeding (late April).Target Holstein Friesian (HF) weight for October is 220kg. In order for these animals to reach the target breeding weight (330kg) they must gain 0.55kg/day between now and breeding. This leaves no time for a store period. What if some of your heifers weigh only 180kg? Then these must gain 0.7kg/day until breeding. These animals require preferential treatment. What can you do now? 1. Weigh your heifers – this is an extra job, but a worthwhile one. If you do not have a scales, contact the ICBF, which offers a weighing service. 2. Look at the weights of your heifers. How many are on target? How many need additional feeding? It may be better to separate them now for preferential feeding at grass. Leaving corrective action until they are indoors can be too late, especially where weanling facilities are inadequate. 3. Decide on how much meal is needed. Weanlings of 200kg will eat about 2.3% of their bodyweight, which is about 4.5kg of grass dry matter per day. Where there is adequate grass, no meals are required. However, where grass is scarce, then 1 -2kg of meal must be fed. 4. Spring – the earlier heifers get out to adequate grass the more gain they will achieve pre breeding. Close heifer ground as you would dairy ground (60:40 rule). Aim to have yearlings at grass in mid-March.

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Private Treaty Agricultural Sales 1. Gliddane, Dungarvan. Roadside Prime tillage holding. c. 12.7 Hectares (31.4 Acres). 2. Clonkerdon, Cappagh, Dungarvan. Roadside Agricultural holding. c. 7.58 Hectares (18.73 Acres). Currently presented in grass. 3. Clashnamrock Lodge, Camphire, Cappoquin. Residence + outbuildings. Standing on 5.16 Hectares (12.75 Acres). (Registered for the production of organic beef + lamb). The country’s top prize for best milk quality has been awarded to Tom and Moya Power, from Drumhills Farm, Cappagh, Co. Waterford who supply their milk to Glanbia Ingredients Ireland Ltd. Winners Tom and Moya Power were accompanied by Tom’s parents Jim and Brid Power and received a prize of €5,000 and the coveted NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards Perpetual cup. Pictured at the Quality Milks awards are: (l. to r.): Ten times All-Ireland hurling champion Henry Shefflin; Zoë Kavanagh, Chief Executive of the National Dairy Council; Tom Power, Brid Power, Moya Power, Jim Power and Kevin Lane, Chief Executive of Ornua. Learn more about this year’s winners at www.qualitymilkawards.ie #MADEFORTHIS

National Quality Milk Awards presented to Cappagh farmers THE country’s top prize for best quality milk has been awarded to Tom and Moya Power, from Drumhills Farm, Cappagh, Co. Waterford who supply their milk to Glanbia Ingredients Ireland Ltd. The winners of the NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards were announced in Dublin on Tuesday, 4th October, 2016, with presentations to 10 of Ireland’s top dairy farms by hurling legend Henry Shefflin. Winners Tom and Moya Power were accompanied by Tom’s parents Jim and Brid Power and received a prize of €5,000 and the coveted NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards perpetual cup. Tom & Moya Power were also awarded with an ‘Excellence in Milk Quality’ award along with Ian and David Lambeton from Fahan, Co Donegal who supply milk to Aurivo Co-op and Arthur, Ann and Conor O’Leary from Kilmallock, Co Limerick who supply milk to Kerry Agribusiness. Tom and Moya are the 5th generation of their family to farm at Drumhills farm where they have welcome support from Tom’s parents Jim and Brid. “One of the key elements I took from farming alongside my parents is their emphasis on attention to detail in every aspect of farming practices,” says Tom. “Another crucial element to our farm is our helping team. Although my father, Jim, has taken a step back over the years he is still a machine to work with and an encyclopaedia of knowledge alongside my mother Breda.” “Drumhills farm is a great example of how farming families, all over the country, pull together, pool their strengths and produce great results” said Zoë Kavanagh, Chief Executive of the National Dairy Council. “By taking pride in what they do, the Powers have built a sustainable, profitable and enjoyable family business.” “The NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards recognise the hard work and determination of Irish dairy farms all year round. Their relentless effort and attention to detail is what ensures that Irish Dairy as an industry continues to excel,” said Ms. Kavanagh. Kevin Lane, Chief Executive of Ornua said: “It is no accident that Irish

dairy products are regarded as the best in the world. Our farmers and their families commitment to delivering world class quality milk, day in day out, coupled with our grass based farming systems has enabled us to build successful markets for dairy products around the world.” “At Ornua, we are very proud to sponsor the NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards as they celebrate the dedication, unique knowledge base and excellent husbandry skills of Irish dairy farmers. By honouring the best in dairying, Irish people can see the important role Irish dairy has in the Irish economy.” Ten times All-Ireland hurling champion Henry Shefflin said that the consistently high standards achieved by the national finalists and winners reflected a tremendous commitment, a fine eye for attention to detail and a keen interest in looking at ways to improve and sustain what you’re doing. “All of the finalists here today can take pride in the knowledge that they are performing at the peak of their industry. As a consumer of Irish milk and dairy produce, I’m delighted to see the dedication to standards exemplified by the shortlisted farms.” Professor Pat Wall from UCD spoke on behalf of the national judging panel, which included Dr. David Gleeson (Teagasc) and Dr. Jack Kennedy (Irish Farmers Journal). He thanked the farmers and co-ops for participating in the national awards. “The ten shortlisted dairy farms were put through intensive scrutiny involving rigorous analysis of milk quality reports and technical data spanning a full 12 month period and included an inspection of their farms by the judges, which allowed us to get insights into the farm’s practices around areas such as milking routine, animal welfare and sustainability” said Professor Wall. “All of the finalists clearly demonstrated excellent standards in food production. They are leaders in their industry and showcase the utmost standards in sustainability, hygiene, animal welfare and quality.” Learn more about this year’s winners at www.qualitymilkawards.ie #MADEFORTHIS

2016 NDC & KERRYGOLD QUALITY MILK AWARDS WINNER Tom & Moya Power (Drumhills Farm Ltd), Ballymullala, Cappagh, Co. Waterford Nominated by: Glanbia Ingredients Ireland Ltd “My ethos on farm is following on with what I have learned from how my father farmed – it has to be sustainable, profitable and enjoyable. As a family farm we would not be successful if we are missing one of these vital components.” The Power farm is located in the beautiful West Waterford valley with a backdrop to the Comeragh Mountains and the Knockmealdowns. Tom and his wife Moya have two young daughters – Ella is 20 months and youngest, Chloë, is just 7 weeks. Moya works off the farm in marketing at Flahavan’s. They have welcome support on the farm from Tom’s parents Jim and Bríd. Jim, who has just turned 70, is an active cycling enthusiast who routinely cycles significant charity events such as the DublinGalway route or ring of Kerry. The farm is 124 hectares with 65 hectares used for grazing. 200 cows were milked in 2015 with an average herd yield of 6,200 litres and milk supplied to Glanbia Ingredients Ireland (GII). His nominators from GII describe Tom as a progressive and sensible dairy farmer with a love and appreciation for his farm. Tom is the 5th generation to farm this land and enjoys the chance to farm. “One of the key elements I took from farming alongside my parents is their emphasis on attention to detail in every aspect of farm practices,” says Tom. “Another crucial element to our farm is our helping team. Although my father, Jim, has taken a step back over the years he is still a machine to work with and an encyclopaedia of knowledge alongside my mother Breda.” Tom’s cousin Shane Flavin is also working full-time on the farm. I believe that if you’re doing it, do it right. “Preventative maintenance” is a big saying on this farm for everything. Tom aims to have all stock in a healthy con-

dition with emphasis placed on vaccinating, aiming to give as much of a head start as possible to every animal on the farm. Tom is completely focused on having clean and healthy cows on the farm at all times. He walks and trains heifers through the parlour every day during the build-up to calving as he feels this is imperative to reduce stress. Cows are out on grass from February/March to December with an annual stocking rate for the dairy herd (ha/lu) of 34. Rotational grazing is used with a focus on maximising grass, by measuring grass and avoiding damage to pastures. The Powers have a 20 unit milking parlour with hanging baskets of flowers to welcome you. It uses night rate electricity but also has plenty of natural lighting. All water pipes on the farm were replaced in 2011 with an investment intended to ensure good quality with no leakage. Water is metered; and water used in the plate cooler is recycled and used for wash down. The Powers have improved roadways within the farm and work to avoid poaching. Soil is tested every two years and hedgerows and natural habitats are preserved. Tom believes in using new technologies to maximise the potential of the farm and has adopted an approach of gradual expansion.The farm has enough storage and facilities to cater for 250 cows as a result of an expansion in 2006 which planned ahead for an increase in cow numbers. Tom is looking to see what area on the farm needs attention next and intends to invest in a new cubicle house and to convert the existing cubicles into a very spacious calf house. The Farm is registered with the Bord Bia Sustainable Dairy Assurance Scheme and does milk recording. The Powers take part in a dairy discussion group called ‘Future Focus’. POWER FARM FACTFILE Average TBC 5 Average SCC 102 Butterfat 4.43% Protein 3.67% Lactose 4.82%

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Eugene Onegin to feature at SGC Dungarvan on October 19th STAGE Russia HD launches inaugural season with the Vakhtangov Theatre’s production of Eugene Onegin Cinema events to begin October 19th in selected British and Irish cities. Founder, Eddie Aronoff announces that STAGE RUSSIA HD will launch its inaugural UK season on October 19th in select cinemas across England and Ireland with the Vakhtangov Theatre’s awardwinning production of Eugene Onegin, featuring Russian stage and screen star Sergey Makovetski. Conceived with cinematic beauty and poetic poignancy by one of Russia’s most prestigious theater companies, this is the first-ever theatrical adaptation of Alexander Pushkin’s novel in verse. Directed by Rimas Tuminas, Artistic Director of Vakhtangov State Academic Theatre, this stage dramatization features a 45-member ensemble in a highly stylized production that was sold out

for over a year in Moscow. It is a beloved literary work that tells the sweeping story of unrequited love, disillusionment, forgiveness and remorse that unfolds in 19th-century Russia. For a complete list of theaters, showtimes and ticket links,visit http://www.stagerussia.com/map-eugeneonegin The second Stage Russia HD production is the Moscow Art Theatre’s The Cherry Orchard, starring Renata Litvinova, which will be in UK cinemas in November. The series will also feature filmed performances of adaptations of other literary works including Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, Three Comrades by Erich Maria Remarque and MoscowPetushki by Venedikt Erofeev, as well as reimagined productions of Good Person of Szechwan by Bertolt Brecht and The Suicide by Nikolai Erdman. All productions are presented in Russian with English sub-

titles. “We’re committed to showcasing theatrical works from Russia’s most renowned theater companies, overseen and performed by their greatest artists.” says founder Eddie Aronoff. “The staging of the productions we selected are very cinematic and lend themselves beautifully to being captured on film. We’ re very excited that American audiences can now experience classic and contemporary Russian culture for the price of a movie ticket.” STAGE RUSSIA HD performances are filmed by Alexey Shemyatovsky's Kinematika Film Studio in front of a live audience, and distributed by SpectiCast Entertainment. All productions will be presented in their native Russian with English subtitles. For more information on Stage Russia HD, visit www.stagerussia.com or follow the company on Facebook.

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Gemini ACROSS 1 Type of entertainer who can be dated back to Athens in about 425 BC (8) 5 4 21 2 George Bernard Shaw comedy play whose title comes from Roman poet Virgil s Aeneid (4,3,3,3) 9 Ralph Hammond _ , novelist and author of children s and travel books (5) 10 A person with a low strong cart (7) 11 Plural word often misused as a singular (9) 14 Department of France named after a river (3) 15 Infused slowly into the mind (9) 18 _ Jima, Japanese island setting of a World War II battle (3) 19 Term that can be applied to forecasts and missiles (4-5) 20 A group of five (7) 22 American multinational technology company (5) 24 The _ Project, visitor attraction in Cornwall (4) 25 An academic half-year term (8) DOWN 1 Tasty product associated with Gary Lineker (6) 2 See 5 3 Anagram of CONSOLIDATES (12) 4 See 5 6 Of a dispute, kept going in a low-key way (7,2) 7 A music composition chiefly for a solo instrument (6) 8 England football manager appointed in 2016 (3,9) 12 Be a perfect example of (9) 13 Brand of mineral water from the Lake Geneva area (5) 16 _ du Soleil, Canadian entertainment company and the largest theatrical producer in the world (6) 17 Film-maker Jean, son of a French painter (6) 21 See 5 23 A form of rapid transport (1,1,1)

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Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

HERE is plenty of potential for improving the social basis of your life but despite this you may well still feel rather reflective over this next week or so.

OUR business, career or professional commitments go through a rather dodgy phase. Unexpected events may be forced upon you which could have a detrimental effect on your life.

OUR words continue to have an allure others find almost hypnotic and this energy reaches a high point on October 9 and 10 when you may have to apply this charm to boost your career.

INANCIAL issues concerning partnerships at home or at work cause you some concern now. Just do what you can to deal with these but don t throw a wobbly with people you depend on.

urrently the planets give you great enthusiasm in your self expression and with regard to any ideas you have been propagating, but do remember others may not share this.

OU more than most can spot what goes on in a way many others find harder to see. You ll need these powers this week at work where secret plots could seriously undermine you.

E aware that all sorts of difficulties can crop up with regard to friendships which affect your children or a lover. You may receive unfair criticism, so watch you don t explode!

OUR work is very important to you right now and you re keen to push ahead with all your major career objectives. But in doing this, you could put the nose of family/friends out of place.

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HIS can be an excellent time for you to get ahead in your career. You fit in well with colleagues but can still make a bid for advancement. Go for it!

OVE, or at least very close relationships,

continue to play a great part in your life and November this could include a romantic trip to somewhere 22nd December 21st quite unusual, although not necessarily overseas. December 22nd January 19th

O many wonderfully expansive stars are in place with regard to romance and travel it January 20th would be no surprise if exciting opportunities to February 18th spice up your life materialise.

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HE next week is not the best time to consider changes in your work or indeed health and dietary matters. Professionally you re likely to feel undermined by underhand dealing around you.

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

The Magnificent Seven Review by Bill Tubbritt IT seems a long time since we have had a really big name western movie that people have been really looking forward to seeing. The Magnificent Seven is a remake of John Sturges’s 1960 movie of the same name and also inspired 3 sequels and a TV series which had a short run between 1998 and 2000. Set in the 1870’s the movies tells the story of a small mining town in the Wild West called Rose Creek. The Town is besieged by the an industrial businessman known as Bartholomew Bogue (Peter Sarsgaard) and his gang who take it over and slaughter innocent people of the town as they attempt to defend it. The local people are forced to look for outside help in their quest to win back Rose Creek from the clutches of Bogue and his men. This is where they come across a bounty hunter called Sam Chisolm (Denzel Washington) who they manage to convince to help them in the plight. Sam agrees only when he learns of Bogue’s involvement, although I’m sure the sack load of cash may have been an influence as well. Of course he can’t do it all alone, Sam

first needs to find and recruit more men to help him. After recruiting another six men and forming The Magnificent Seven they set out on their mission. The plot may seem a little lazy as you may find yourself feeling a little movie déjà vu. But that certainly doesn’t take from a very watchable movie which is well shot with some really well thought out and executed gun fight scenes, with one scene in particular taking almost 3 weeks to film. Rating 3/5

Deepwater Horizon Review by Bill Tubbritt SET in the Gulf of Mexico aboard the technically advanced Deepwater Horizon and based on the true story of the 2010 explosion on this huge oil rig. The subsequent oil spill to this day still remains to be one of the biggest manmade disasters in history. Director Peter Berg and his production team were definitely not afraid to let us all know where they were pointing the finger of blame for everything that happened on the 20th April, 2010. The Movie has a very impressive cast on paper with some big names such as Mark Wahlberg, John Malkovich and also includes Kurt Russell & step daughter Kate Hudson appearing in the same movie together for the first time. The story starts with some background to the movies main character Mike William who is played by Wahlberg. Mike leaves his wife and young daughter to go to work on the illfated oil rig. As soon as stepping foot onboard Mike and almost the entire crews concerns and suspicions regarding substandard equipment and incomplete safety tests are raised. Despite all this they find themselves under insurmountable pressure to proceed with oil drilling on the sea bed. Rather than concentrating on the oil spillage disaster part which of course is what we have all heard about during the major media coverage the disaster received at the time, this movie follows the story of the how the explo-

sion occurred and the heroic stories of the crew left trapped aboard. The obvious stand out scene for me would have to be when the explosion finally happens as it really is superbly well shot with some excellent digital effects of the rig getting mangled and literally torn apart by the intense build-up of pressure at the drill site. I must admit I was a little shocked at how blatantly the blame for the disaster was left totally at one particular door. Deepwater Horizon will definitely keep people interested from start to finish. A thrilling disaster of a fairly recent real life event and a fitting tribute to the 11 people who lost their lives.Rating 3.5/5

Across: 1 Comedian, 5 4 21 2 Arms and the Man, 9 Innes, 10 Drayman, 11 Phenomena, 14 Lot, 15 Instilled, 18 Iwo, 19 Long-range, 20 Quintet, 22 Yahoo!, 24 Eden, 25 Semester. Down: 1 Crisps, 2 , 3 Disconsolate, 4 , 6 Rumbled on, 7 Sonata, 8 Sam Allardyce, 12 Epitomise, 13 Evian, 16 Cirque, 17 Renoir, 21 , 23 HST.

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The Vanbrugh Quartet SUNDAY, 16th October, 2016 at 8.00 p.m. in St. Mary’s Collegiate Church, Youghal. Tickets: €15 available at Cree’s Card Shop, Youghal, on line www.themallartscentre.com or telephone 087-9593276 Ireland’s longest established string quartet founded in 1985. Four superb musicians: Gregory Ellis – violin, Keith Pascoeviolin, Simon Aspell-viola, Christopher Marwoodcello make up one of Europe’s most successful quartets internationally

recognised for its beauty of sound, clarity of texture and integrity of interpretation. In 1986 it became RTE’s resident string quartet. Three of the best loved classical quartets by Haydn, Beethoven and Schubert are complemented in this programme by a new work by Ireland’s most prolific composer for string quartet. Ian Wilson’s ‘Linte’ dedicated to first violinist Gregory Ellis, will receive its world premiere. The D major quartet by Haydn is famous for a sub-

lime slow movement and scampering finale. The ‘Serioso’ F minor quartet shows Beethoven at his most terse, packing huge emotion and energy into a remarkably short quartet. Schubert’s ‘Death and the Maiden’ quartet is an epic work of great beauty and grandeur.The extraordinary tarantella chase in the last movement leaves players and audience equally breathless. Complementary light refreshments included. This concert is sponsored by Cork Arts Council.

Kelley McRae and Matt Castelein.

American Folk/Irish Trad and Folk Night The Gealach Gorm Theatre, Kill, Co. Waterford Saturday, October 15th at 8.00 p.m.

Some of the audience who attended the opening night of Curtain Call Production’s A Streetcar [I Do Photography / Pawel Lorenc] Named Desire in aid of Dungarvan and KCK Lourdes Invalid Fund.

KELLEY McRAE & MATT CASTELEIN Delighted to welcome back Kelley and Matt to The Gealach Gorm Theatre.(they performed at the Singer Songwriter Festival in 2014 and 2015). Since we last saw them this New York duo have gone on to tour in eleven countries, including shows in London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin. They’ve taken the stage at renowned venues such as The Bluebird Café in Nashville and The Green Note in London, and they’ve performed at festivals like Riverbend in Chattanooga,TN, Rhythm and Blooms in Knoxville, TN and the Kerrville Folk Festival where they were named New Folk Finalists. Kelley McRae called New York City home for many years, cutting her teeth in the vaunted singer/songwriter scene and honing her craft at legendary clubs like The Living Room, The Rockwood Music Hall and the Bowery Ballroom. In 2011 McRae teamed up with guitarist Matt Castelein, and the duo traded in their Brooklyn apartment for a VW camper

van and hit the road full time. Kelley and Matt travelled extensively across America those first few years, performing hundreds of shows and finding inspiration for new songs along the way. Kelley McRae’s latest release,The Wayside, is a testament to the inspiration inherent in the American landscape, the grief intrinsic to change, and the hope that comes with stepping onto unknown soil. The Wayside, McRae says, “is the place along the side of the road where things get left behind, or where you go to rest awhile, or where you go find something you lost along the way.” McRae’s songs sip life from the tension between

holding on and letting go, blooming in their rich search for truths. LIAM MERRIMAN & EOIN O MEACHAIR Irish contemporary and traditional folk music, from Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, and home to Liam and Eoin. Liam has been a significant presence on the live music circuit over many years. His songs have been released by Polygram Records Ireland, RTE Records and Three Rivers independent recording label. His work has also been released by Cohesion Arts in America as a contributing writer, and artist on the acclaimed 1861 Project. He has made numerous TV appearances and his songs have received airplay and play listings on national, regional and local radio stations in Ireland and overseas. Hot Press, Ireland’s leading music magazine

Liam Merriman and Eoin O Meachair

described Liam’s songwriting in a four star album review as: “inspired by Gordon Lightfoot and Paul Simon… adding his own contemporary polish and a subtle Irish twist… reinforces Merriman as a premier league songwriter” Eoin’s life has always been immersed in Irish culture and tradition. He has played banjo and whistle since childhood and is an accomplished mandolin player and vocalist. He is well known from his many international tours as a member of traditional Irish folk band, Caladh Nua, of which he was a founding member. This will be a night of great music and song American / Irish style and definitely not to be missed. Admission €10 includes interval refreshments. To Book Call/Text 08685869358.

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Happily ever after for County Wexford couple Won dream wedding worth €15,000 coveted prize of a dreaming wedding after raising over

Louise O’Neill and Aidan Doherty raised €10,305 for Pieta House, Waterford, and are seen presenting it to Biddy Madigan, Pieta House during the final of the Beat Win the Wedding of You're Dreams. [Pat Moore]

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€13,000 for Temple Street Hospital in an innovative radio competition that saw five charities in the South East share in a fundraising total of in excess of €40,000. One County Wexford couple is celebrating success in the Beat 102-103 'Win Your Wedding' of your dreams competition worth nearly €15,000 at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow. The 'Big Reveal' of the total amount of monies raised for their chosen charities was announced at a special live Beat 102-103 Outside Broadcast from the Woodford Dolmen hotel on Sunday October 2nd. Wexford native Aimie O’Leary and her fiancé Mario Covis raised an amazing €13,087 for their

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Eugene Onegin (Russian with English subtitles) Wednesday, 19th October, at 8:30 p.m. EXCLUSIVE SCREENING: TO ONLY 4 CINEMAS IN IRELAND Eugene Onegin has often been referred to as an encyclopedia of 19th century Russian life. Rimas Tuminas’ reimagining unfolds in the memory and imagination of Pushkin’s characters. The images are split between past and present, between reality and imagination.The scale of the production constantly shifts from noisy celebrations to secluded contemplation, from crowd scenes to lonely recollections, all of which are drawn together from the past just like the fragments of Tatyana’s love letter, framed and hung on the wall, looming next to and above Onegin’s arm-chair. A production referred to as "exuberant, indelible and arrestingly beautiful" by the New York Times, The Vakhtangov Theatre's Eugene Onegin, starring the incomparable Sergey Makovetskiy in the title role, is a sumptuous work that will leave you with enough beautiful memories and images to last a lifetime. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Eugene Onegin Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 11th October. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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chosen charity Temple Street Children’s Hospital. The excited couple can now look forward to their dream wedding which includes a lavish banquet for 100 guests, John Delaney photography Kilkenny will capture the special moments, Carlow based Victoria Bridal and Macs Menswear will have the couple looking stunning along with rings from Douglas Jewellers. These are just some of the special prize elements in store to top the dream day off in VIP style. The radio competition received hundreds of applications from eager prenewlyweds across the region & the Beat “Win Your Wedding” team had the tough task of narrowing the selection down to five lucky finalists. Beat set these remaining couples from Dungarvan, Wexford, Kilkenny, Waterford City and Carlow a challenge to raise as much money as they could for their chosen charities across the South East. The remaining couples fundraised tirelessly across just six days. As part of their efforts to raise the most money to win the €15,000 wedding prize, the couples engaged in activities such as Spinathons, bake sales, car washes, auctions, table quizzes & charity raffles. With luscious scenery and views, the Woodford Dolmen Hotel in Carlow is surrounded by the Killeshin hills and nestled into the banks of the River Barrow, making it the ideal location for the winning couple’s dream wedding. The hotel’s Sales and Marketing Manager Aisling Maher says “We’ve really enjoyed working with Beat 102-103 on this community led promotion. A huge thank you also to all our suppliers; their generous prizes are certainly going to make the lucky couple’s day, one to remember.” CEO of Beat 102-103 Gabrielle Cummins explained: “This was such a heart-warming competition for Beat to be a part of & we are delighted that over €40,000 has been raised in

Raymond Tobin and Ian Walsh from Dungarvan raised €7,640 for the Deise Animal Sanctuary and are seen here presenting it to Kay McCarthy and Rob Grace. [Pat Moore] such a short space of time for five worthy charities across the South East. We very much enjoyed working alongside the Woodford Dolmen hotel for this dream prize & we would like to wish all the couples who took part in “Win Your Wedding” all the very

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best for the future .” The other couples raised the following for their chosen charities: Una Daly & Tim Adams from Carlow raised €7,516 for the Kilkenny Carlow Homecare team Emma Baldwin and Terri Kruger from Kilkenny

raised €3,090 for Michael’s Wonder Journey Raymond Tobin and Ian Walsh from Dungarvan raised €7,640 for the Deise Animal Sanctuary Louise O’Neill and Aidan Doherty raised €10,305 for Pieta House Waterford

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Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary Performance Sunday, 16th October, at 3.30 p.m. & 7.30 p.m. The legendary Miss Saigon, in cinemas for one night only. This spectacular, sell-out 25th Anniversary Gala Performance of the global stage sensation also features appearances by the original cast including Jonathan Pryce and Lea Salonga. This acclaimed new production was described as “the most thrilling, soaring and emotionally stirring musical with magnificent performances” by the Daily Telegraph and “the greatest musical of all time” by the Daily Mail. The epic love story tells the tragic tale of young bar girl Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with American GI Chris – but their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Miss Saigon Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 11th October. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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WAR ON EVERYONE (16) 98 mins.

OPERA de PARIS SEASON LIVE THIS WEEK! ON SALE! OCTOBER 16th

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MISS SAIGON 25th ANNIVERSARY TWO SHOWS @ 3.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. ON SALE!

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HARRY POTTER AND THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX (12A) 138 mins. D I G I TA L ! SAT., SUN. 3.00

RETURN OF THE CAPED CRUSADERS NEW EVENT! ON SALE! OCTOBER 17th

COSI FAN TUTTE ROH SEASON LIVE

OCTOBER 19th

BRIDGET JONES’ BABY (15A) 123 mins.

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EUGENE ONEGIN STAGE RUSSIA HD SEASON NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

OCTOBER 20th

DEEPWATER HORIZON (12A) 107 mins.

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MISS PEREGRINE’S HOME FOR PECULIAR CHILDREN (12A) 128 mins.

LIVE KENNETH BRANNAGH THEATRE ON SALE! NOVEMBER 10th

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REVOLUTION NEW ART FOR A NEW WORLD NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

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Nightly Sing-Song with Ireland’s favourite PAT TOBIN TICKETS FOR ALL DANCES AVAILABLE AT DOOR Admission to Nightly Dance is just €20 and admission to Afternoon Dance is €10

GIRL ON THE TRAIN (15A) 109 mins.

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Fr. Nicholas Sheehy 1766–2016 commemorated in Clogheen THERE is a legend in South Tipperary that suggests it always rains on Market Day in Clonmel. This is said to recall and atone for the appalling execution of Fr. Nicholas Sheehy which was carried out in horrific fashion on Market Day in the town in 1766. Last Saturday week, what was described by Fr. Pat Butler, P.P., Clogheen and Burncourt as ‘a gathering of generations united by history, bowed by appreciation and enthusiasm’ celebrated the 250th anniversary of Fr. Nicolaus Sheehy, a recognised martyr in the community of which he was their Parish Priest. Fr. Sheehy administered the same parish as St. Cathaldus, born in Canty in 636 and who

became Abbot of the Monastery of Shanrahan in the Parish of Clogheen before his departure for the Holy Land and his eventual arrival in Taranto in Southern Italy. But last Saturday’s celebration was about Fr. Sheehy, martyred because of his faith and murdered on trumped up charges because he spoke too loudly and too often on behalf of his suffering flock while the oppression of the Penal Laws still raged in this country. Duing the memorial ceremony, Fr. Sheehy’s tomb was surrounded by many friends and dignitaries who gave honour to his memory with a wreath laying ceremony from local parish organisations, political represen-

tatives and from the Bishop of Waterford & Lismore, Most Rev. Alphonsus Cullinan and Fr. Pat Butler, Parish Priest of Clogheen and Burncourt. The very large attendance gathered in inclement weather. The rain which had been heavy and constant miraculously ceased for the laying of nine wreaths, a moving moment for all present. “From the O’Callaghan mausoleum, where Fr. Sheehy took refuge,” said Fr. Butler, “could be heard echoing the beautiful sacred music of our Celtic tradition, created by ‘Crosskeys’ and friends from counties Cork and Tipperary.” Bishop Cullinan and Fr. Pat Butler shared a decade of the

rosary in the English and Irish languages and blessed the tomb of Fr. Sheehy for all present. The international gathering journeyed the short distance to the Parish Church of St. Mary’s to continue the commemoration ceremonies. The Mass was concelebrated with Bishop Cullinan. The parish was honoured to have seven concelebrants: Fr. Bernard Frawley, Rockwell; Fr. Sean O’Dwyer, P.E., Cahir; Fr. Joe Flynn, P.P., Ballyporeen; Fr. Jimmy Browne, a native of Clogheen; Mgr. Michael Olden, P.E., Waterford; and Fr. Pat Butler, P.P., Clogheen & Burncourt. A delegation from Spain was led by Fr. Merida, Alicante Spain In his homily to a very large

congregation the Bishop made reference to life’s choices and to Fr. Sheehy’s obligations and obedience to his ministry to preserve the sacredness of his Priesthood and not divulge the evidence he had, which would have saved his life. He sacrificed his life to save others. Cahir choral under the direction of Maureen Ahearne and with local organist John Tuohy, contributed to the sacred liturgy in a most edifying way. Assisting in the celebration of the Mass were the teachers and children of both Parish National Schools of Clogheen & Burncourt. Light refreshments were served in St. Paul’s Community Hall afterwards. “The history of Fr. Nicholas

Sheehy was commemorated with respect and dignity, through the presence of all and especially with the united gathering of the complete Clonmel and Cahir District Borough Council,” said Fr Pat Butler. “Clonmel was, of course, the place of the brutal and horrific execution of our beloved martyr Fr. Nicholas Sheehy on the 15th March, 1766. On Sunday, the 25th September a group of local cyclists ventured in sunshine to retrace and visit the places of Fr. Sheehy’s ministry: Ballysheehan, Templetenny and Shanrahan. ‘May God forgive them and bless them, you and all mankind’. Fr. Sheehy before his execution 1766.

Tea Rooms aid refugees THE final Saturday of the Charity Vintage Tearooms was dedicated to fundraising on behalf of the Syrian Refugees presently accommodated at the Clonea Strand Hotel. Along with the usual Saturday teas, the Deise Refugee Response Group held a Car-Boot sale in aid of the refugees. While their daily needs are being met by the official agencies and the hotel, this does not always cover the little extras which make life somewhat more comfortable for people who have lost everything in the chaos and destruction which is Syria today. Talking to me after what was a very special and well supported joint event, Dean Draper said that he was very pleased to be able to endorse the work of the Syrian Refugee Support Group and see St. Mary’s put to such beneficial use. On behalf of the group, Kate Douglas expressed her thanks to the people who

support the initiative and contribute in various ways to the efforts on behalf of the refugees. As she prepared to put the Tea Rooms into mothballs at the end of another season, Jenny Cashin was also pleased to look back on what was a very worthwhile event and also a very successful Summer of fundraising. “We have a great deal of work to do here at St. Mary’s,” she said, “and our portion of the funds raised each week helps that effort. Many good causes have also benefitted from the season of Saturday teas and we at St. Mary’s have been glad to facilitate this.” So, another series of Charity Vintage Tearooms Saturdays comes to a successful end and all who organised or supported Pictured at the last of the season’s Charity Vintage Tearooms at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dungarvan which was in aid of the it can feel some satisfaction that the Syrian Refugees were seated: Cathryn Draper, Very Rev. Paul Draper, Dean of Lismore and Kate Douglas. At back are Carmel Keith, Jenny Cashin, Winston Boyle and Mina Lemon. events helped many good causes.

Young sailors in training I PROMISED these five young sailors back on the 29th July that I would include their photo here on the back page. So, to fulfil my promise to Mary-Ellen, Mary, Oonagh, Ava and Anna from the July sailing course here you are smiling and suitably dressed for your day on the water. The girls were attending the Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club sailing course and had paused for a moment before they took to the water for the day. The Club held

three very successful and well attended two week courses during the Summer, staffed by young Club members as Chief Instructor, Instructors and rescue crew who had 'come up through the ranks' through the training courses during Summers past. The weather was very suitable all season with only one day lost through excessively windy conditions.That day they went to the Dunmore East Adventure Centre and had a most enjoyable and productive time there.

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Friday, 7th October, 2016

SPORT

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Kilrossanty's Conor Hayes with the sliotar against Abbeyside's Michael Maher and Stevie Lanigan during the Local Bar sponsored Western Junior B Hurling Final in the Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Kilrossant y bridges 26 year gap Se e Pa g e 1 1

KEVIN MAUNSELL WINS FOR SECOND TIME Pages 2

SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER-FINAL ROUND-UP

BRICKEY RANGERS OUST BALLYSAGGART

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ATHLETICS Garvey’s SuperValu Autumn League

Very enjoyable final night in Autumn League THE fifth and final round of the Garvey's Supervalu Autumn League took place last Thursday evening and once again was enjoyed by all. It was our final visit to St. Augustine's College for 2016 and what a year we have had there. It's all systems go now for the upcoming Winter League as registration night will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 2nd at the Sports Centre Dungarvan. We hope to see you all there and look forward to another winter of running the roads of our town! CIARAN ONCE AGAIN Ciaran Frisby has really enjoyed this league and once again last Thursday evening he was in control as he crossed the finish line in 7.35. This may not have been Conor's best time for the league but this didn't bother Ciaran as first place was all he needed. 4 OUT OF 5 FOR OISIN When you are first home on 4 out of 5 nights in the league there can be little argument that you deserve your victory and this week Oisin showed great consistency here as he recorded

17.26 for the second time in this league. Second to Oisin once again was Diana Chizhikova who recorded 17.27 for the 2.4 miles. Micheal Moynihan (17.43) has shown super improvement in the Friary leagues this year as have Liz O’Riordan (18.08) and Onra Power (18.28). CIAN TAKES SECOND TITLE TO O'RIORDAN HOUSE Not to be outdone Cian O’Riordan recorded his fourth first place over the 5 weeks and this week his time of 20.07 was his fastest of the league for the 3.6 mile distance. Yevgeniy Chizhikov (21.50) has competed gamely over the last few weeks with Cian but had to settle for second best here but he will also be delighted with his times over the 5 weeks. Our sponsor Liam Power (29.04) was back in the Friary and running well as were Katie Bullen (30.39) and Sue Genc (36.27). MOSSIE RUNNING SUPER TIMES FOR 4 LAPS Each week Mossie Keogh has posted some super times in the Friary grounds. It

doesn't seem to matter if the course is soft, rough, changed or altered, Mossie has taken it all in his stride and this week was no exception as he posted a mighty time of 29.18. Shane O’Riordan has also kept Mossie on his toes each week and this week Shane's time of 29.21 just 3 seconds behind Mossie. Alan Keane filled third spot again this week in 33.01 while Ray Hahesy finished next in 33.38 and first lady home on the night was Angeline Drennan in 38.53. SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Thanks as always to our sponsors for this league Liam Power of Garvey’s Supervalu, Dungarvan and the Coolagh Road who is a great supporter of local athletics. Once again thanks to our own Shirley, Tom, Tony and James for their work with the van and at the finish line and taking the entries. PRIZEGIVING We held the prizegiving for this league last Thursday evening and we will have a full round up of the prizewinners next week.

John Treacy Dungarvan 10 Open Meeting Michael Power presents 3rd lady overall Tanya Cox with her prize at the James Hughes open cross country race last Sunday.

AN Open Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 5th at 8 pm in Minnies, Abbeyside. Anyone interested in getting involved with this great race are invited to attend.

26th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10

Entries now open ENTRIES are now open for the 26th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 which will be held on Sunday, February 5th, 2017. West Waterford Athletic Club have announced details of the event which has established itself as a must run race on the Irish road running calendar with participants from all four corners of the country and beyond participating. The race has grown year on year and is a pre entry race which will close when 2,500 entries is reached. (please note this race was full in a very short time last year). West Waterford Athletic

Club is delighted with the support it receives from its sponsor for this event, we are fortunate to have the support of the Glaxosmithkline, Tipperary Water, Flahavan’s, Déise Design, Nike, Ger Wyley Sports, Top Oil along with many other local businesses and individuals who are all giving valuable support helping to make the day a great occasion for the town of Dungarvan. The race also incorporates the popular John Treacy Club Challenge Cup for men’s and ladies teams which has proved to be hugely competitive. We will again be calling

on all the athletic clubs of Ireland to take on the challenge in the 2017 event. The John Treacy Dungrvan 10 brings together the ideal race combination of fun runners, joggers, club athletes and top class internationals who compete over a fast flat 10 mile course around the historic town of Dungarvan. We look forward to welcoming you to our town on Sunday February 5th, 2017. Don't be disappointed as many were last year get your entry in soon. All race details can be found at www.dungarvan10mile.org

Committee Meeting

Running Quote

THE senior clubs monthly committee meeting will be held this Thursday, October 5th in Minnie’s Bar at 8.30 p.m.

RUNNING is real and relatively simple - but it ain't easy.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

24th Annual Open Cross Country Race for the James Hughes Perpetual Cup

Kevin Maunsell wins for second time NOW in its 24th year the eagerly awaited open cross country race for the James Hughes perpetual took place last Sunday at St. Augustine's College, as previous years the race also incorporated the country senior and junior and under 18 cross country championships for men and women. For the 4th year the James Hughes perpetual cup which was presented to the race by the Power family Abbeyside, in memory of their grandfather who was an international cross country runner during the time of the war was presented to the overall race winner and it was keenly fought for on the day. Thankfully, it remained dry for the race itself with really mild conditions for the time of year. The event saw the under 18, junior and senior men's and women's all left off together and from the starters whistle five athletes raced away on the four lap circuit for the men covering 8,000 metres. From Clonmel AC Kevin Maunsell, Ferrybank's Andrew Connick, East Cork AC athlete Sean McGrath, Barry Keane Waterford AC and from the Kerry club An Riocht AC we had Tim O'Connor. These five battled away together for the second lap also with Maunsell mostly setting the pace in front. It was the third lap before the winning move was made when Clonmel's Maunsell upped the tempo with 1,000 metres remaining, racing clear of the pack who were left battling it out for the runners-up spot. Maunsell crossed the finish line in a time of 24.18 to claim the title for the second time as he also won the race in 2014 with his brother William claiming victory last year 2015. So we had the name Munsell inscribed on the cup for the 3rd year in a row. On the final half lap it was youngster Barry Keane Waterford AC who was to break from the chasing group and he crossed the line in a time of 24.36 with last year's runner-up Andrew Connick Ferrybank AC taking 3rd 24.50. Mark Rowe, West Waterford AC showed he can run Cross country at a high level also when he took the over 40 category in 27.17. First over 45 was Michael O'Mahoney, Waterford AC 29.35, Denis McCarthy, East Cork AC won the over 50 category in 30.12 and Ken Higgs, Eagle AC for the second year in succession took first over 55 in 37.46 and the first junior prize went to Shane O'Riordan, West Waterford AC. MEN’S RESULTS 1st Kevin Maunsell Clonmel AC 24.18 2nd Barry Keane Waterford AC 24.36 3rd Andrew Connick Ferrybank AC 24.50

Kevin Power presents the James Hughes perpetual cup in memory of his grandfather to Kevin Maunsell winner of the open cross country race last Sunday. Included is Michael Power. O40 Mark Rowe - West Waterford AC 27.17 O45 Michael O'Mahony Waterford AC 29.35 O50 Denis McCarthy East Cork AC 32.39 O55 Ken Higgs - Eagle AC 37.46 Jnr Shane O'Riordan West Waterford AC VICTORY FOR ADELE WALSH IN LADIES RACE It was great once again this year to see such great numbers of the Ladies race and with the under 18's also competing in the race this year it brought the numbers well up overall. The Ladies had 4,000 metres to run and unlike the men's race this one was done and dusted after the first lap of two as Adele Walsh, St. Senan's AC opened up a good gap on the field and was never in any real danger from the chasers. Adele crossed the finish line in a time of 14.06 which was a nice victory for her as she finished 4th in the event last year in a time of 14.41 on that occasion, so a time improvement and a big finishing position improvement for the south Kilkenny woman. Not too far behind our winner was Waterford's Sylvia Molone in a time of 14.31 and Sylvia again like our winner was never in any danger of not taking that finishing position with 3rd place going to a welcome visitor to the county Tanya Cox, Doneen AC who finished in a time of 14.53. Well done to category winners Laura Flavin West Waterford AC won the 0/40 category in 16.54. Laura is in the thick of her marathon training presently so well done to her and the others who represented their club today at cross country. Claudia Lane Mary Waterford AC took the over 45 section in 15.58, West Waterford's Onra Power was the victor in the over 50 category in 18.54. LADIES RESULTS 1st Adele Walsh - St. Senans AC 14.06 2nd Sylvia Malone Waterford AC 14.31

3rd Tanya Cox - Dooneen AC 14.53 O 35 Laura Flavin - West Waterford AC 16.54 O 45 Claudia Lane Mary Waterford AC 15.58 O 50 Onra Power - West Waterford AC 18.54 THANKS Firstly, our sincere thanks to the Power family especially Donal Power, grandson of James Hughes who donated the magnificent cup to this race four years ago. Thanks also to Kevin Power who came along on the day to present the winner with the cup. Once again our thanks to Br. Patrick Lennon for laying out the course and to the College for the use of their facility to hold the race and to all the crew that helped with the race in anyway especially all our own club crew doing registration, timing, results etc. We will have a full report on county senior and junior cross country championships in next week's notes. COUNTY NOVICE CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS SET FOR SUNDAY NEXT OCTOBER 9th St. Augustine’s College will

host the 2016 county novice cross country championship race on Sunday, October 11th next. The day kicks-off with the uneven ages at 11.00 and the novice will follow immediately after the juvenile programme at 12 noon. All club athletes eligible are asked to be at the venue on time. Please wear your club colours. COUNTY MASTERS DATE ANNOUNCED The county masters cross country championships will be held on Sunday, November 9th at St. Augustine's College with a 12 noon starting time. MUNSTER NOVICE AND UNDER 23 CROSS COUNTRY ENTRIES The first Munster Cross Country Championship race will be the Novice and U-23 which are being held on Sunday, 23rd October in Ballinahina, Carraig na BhFear, Co. Cork. The club will be sending in the entries for same shortly. Any member wishing to take part is asked to contact cross country co-ordinator Ray Hahesy 087-2337969 A.S.A.P. No entries will be accepted on the day of race.

Michael Power presents Adele Walsh winner of the ladies section at the James Hughes open cross country race last Sunday with her prize.

WEST WATERFORD AC

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The hills are alive with the sound of ‘runners’ Kevin Power presents Onra Power 1st lady over 50 with her prize at the James Hughes open cross country race last Sunday

Pictured is Shane O'Riordan on his way to gold in the Junior men's county cross country championships last Sunday at St. Augustines College.

Once off Winter League payment ONCE again this year we will have the same system of league payment which is optional whereby you could make a once off payment for the entire league, this went down extremely well with over half of the league runners using this system of payment in the past and in doing so saved themselves time and money. For club members you can pay €30 (this includes the €5 once off number payment) and for non members you can pay a once off payment of €40 which

also includes the €5 number payment charge. The league will run for 7 nights before Christmas finishing on December 21st. We will resume action on Wednesday, January 4th and continue until February 15th. The various division positions are made during the Christmas break and will be displayed weekly on our return night in January. Remember rule number one, no bib no run! Rule number 2, no watches. Rule number 3 no

head phones or any music devices. Final rule obey stewards at all times. We urge all those who came along to the Friary to the recent leagues held there to consider keeping up their fitness over the winter months, don’t undo the great start you have made to being a healthier you, after making such great strides at the leagues why not continue by taking part in the Winter League, so come along and bring a friend, you’ll be glad you did

West Waterford AC Under 16 boys county champions.

West Waterford AC Under 14 boys who won the county title at last Sunday's county championships.

THIS time last year, a group of like-minded individuals came together and formed an informal Facebook group, Waterford Trail Runners, dedicated to bringing together those in Co. Waterford who have an interest in trail and mountain running. The goal was to get people of varying abilities out on the trails of Co. Waterford (and further afield) on a regular basis and promote trail and mountain running in the area. Many people were already going out on their own or in smaller groups. The idea of the Facebook group was to bring these people together for social and exploratory runs. Over the year, the group has grown, with the latest count just short of 400! Regular group runs run most Saturday and/or Sunday mornings in various parts of the county; from the

Comeraghs to the Dunmore Cliffs, from the Knockmealdowns to the Curraghmore Estate forests! As the group is merely an informal/social group, it does not impact on club affiliation. The group has members from various athletics clubs in the region with a large contingent from West Waterford AC. It operates strictly on a no cost and all welcome basis. Trail running is the perfect choice for off-season training. Getting out on the trails is the perfect remedy after months of training for road races. Forget about paces, intervals, tempos; just get out and enjoy the beautiful mountains, forests and countryside for a change. Many people in the trail running community are more interested in getting out and having fun than getting competitive. But trail running has

significant benefits for overall running strength too. Trails tend to be uneven surfaces. Running on uneven surfaces like this will build strength in the smaller stability muscles, which are often neglected by repetitive road running. Running on tricky surfaces also requires more concentration and awareness of what your body is doing and helps runners to become more engaged in their running. Besides the social aspect trail, mountain and ultra trail running is a sport on the rise. 2016 has seen West Waterford AC members who are affiliated with the group competing in trail and mountain racing across Ireland, The Alps and even more recently China in distances from a few km to 200km ultras.

The Irish mountain running association also held a Munster championship race in the Nire Valley in July with and West Waterford entering a team in this year's Wicklow Way Relay its exciting times for the sport in the area. The group organised a Comeragh Crossing run from Kilsheelan to Bridgie Terries also in July which was a great success and will be hopefully yearly fixture. There will be many runs organised over the coming months to cater for those who want to give it a try. Experienced members are at hand to help and to advise on route and gear choices. Car pooling is also organised. Check out the Facebook page and send a request to be added to keep up to date with goings on. It just might be worth a go guys.

West Waterford Athletic Club Marathon 100

Run your marathon for a worthy charity WE now have 165 athletes who will toe the start line of the Dublin City Marathon. As a club this is a huge opportunity for us to raise some much needed funds for a local and national charity. We have chosen the Solas Centre (Dungarvan) and Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin. All funds raised by you will go directly to the charity of your choice and any funds raised for the Solas Centre in Dungarvan will be used in Dungarvan to benefit those in need within our community. Athletes can fundraise for either charity/both charities or neither charity. Noone is under any obligation to fundraise but as we have such a large group of athletes running it is an opportunity lost if we don’t try and raise a few Euros. If every athlete raised €20 that gives a total of €3,300 which is a huge amount of money for any charity and will make a difference to the service they provide. SOLAS CENTRE FOR WEST WATERFORD If you choose to fundraise for the Solas Centre you will also receive free entry to the Run for Life 2016 on October 9th. Sponsorship cards will be available at training on Tuesday from Tom Leahy. Anyone wishing to participate in the Run for Life must register their interest when

collecting a sponsorship card. The Solas Cancer Support Centre has been in existence since 1999 and based in a purpose built facility in Waterford City since 2011. The Centre offers free support to those affected by cancer, their families and carers. Having looked at the statistics for clients from West Waterford who avail of these services it was identified that these numbers are relatively small. Dr. Brian Creedon chairman of the Solas Cancer Support Centre explains ‘in the past 5 years we have supported approximately 2,500 clients in total and on reviewing these figures noticed that only 170 clients from west Waterford have used the services. Of these 170 clients the vast majority are from between Kilmacthomas and Dungarvan. We feel that the distance involved is one of the reasons for this low number and made the decision to open a Dungarvan based service’. Based on NCRI stats, 335 people in West Waterford could have a cancer diagnoses annually and this stark figure does not reflect the number of people affected by cancer, i.e. family members, carers and those bereaved. This new service started on Monday, 5th September based in The Alternative Health Clinic at 12 Main Street, Dungarvan. It offers a range of

Dennis McCarthy 1st man over 45 is presented with his prize by Michale Power at the James Hughes open cross country race last Sunday

services including Reflexology, Massage, Reiki, Counselling, Meditation, Yoga, Art Psychotherapy and facilitated support groups. Every single euro that you raise will go directly to help fund this new service in Dungarvan. FUNDRAISING FOR CRUMLIN If you choose to fundraise for Our Ladies Children’s Hospital, Crumlin you will be receive a fundraising t-shirt along with your sponsorship card. Sponsorship cards will be available at training on Tuesday from Tom Leahy. Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin is Ireland's largest paediatric hospital. Our Lady's mission is to constantly improve the health and wellbeing of children and adolescents in a safe environment which is driven by quality healthcare and supported by excellence in Knowledge, Education and Research. In 2015 the hospital had 36,312 emergency attendances, 18,227 day cases, 10,410 inpatient admissions, 77,913 outpatient attendances and 13,887 surgical procedures performed. Together with their partners, The Children's Medical & Research Foundation, they endeavour to provide patients with life-changing treatment, improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

Mark Rowe 1st man over 40 at the James Hughes open cross country race last Sunday is presented with his prize by Michael Power.

GOLF

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

IN the ladies Golfer of the Year competition Cathie Whelan O’Mahony was announced the winner. Cathie has played superb golf all season and truly deserved the title. The Men’s Club will be having a presentation for the following on Thursday 6th Oct at 7.30. Deise Golf, Ryan Motor Power, McCarthy Cup, Clonea Cup, Club Championships, Golfer of the Year and Inter Pubs/InterFirms Classic. All prizes winners are asked to attend and if you cannot attend please have someone collect your prize. The Club extends its deepest sympathies to the families of the late Johnny Hogan RIP and Michael Moloney RIP on their recent bereavements. Ar dheis De go raibh said. LEFTHANDERS GOLF SOCIETY (LADIES AND GENTS) The 41st Annual Lefthanders Competition will be held on Saturday, October 8th. (Holder Paddy Cunningham). It will be played in conjunction with the David Hayes P.G.A. Ladies / Gents Singles

TABLE QUIZ NIGHT FRIDAY, 21st OCTOBER 2016 AT 8 pm SHARP A mixture of general knowledge, sport and most importantly good fun!! TEAMS OF 4 (max) €20 per team. Come along for a social night out and see how clever you really are!!! GENTS RESULTS Thur. 29th SPAR Singles: 1 Charlie Barry (16) 40 pts, 2 Peter Finnegan (10) 39, Gross Diarmuid O’Neill (6) 29. Inter-Pubs and Inter Firms Classic Shanley Industrial Engineering: 1 T. Whelan (17) K Darcy (22) J.J. Quinn (16) J. Clancy (18) 105 pts, 2 D. O’Neill (6) M. Terry (12) M. O’Mahony (14) Cathie Whelan O’Mahony 103 pts. Sun. 2nd Singles Stroke Clonea Cup: 1 Eoin Stack (4) 69, 2 A Lynch (10) 70, Gross Alan Thomas (+1) 73, 3 Peter Mullaney (Scr) 73, 4 Paudie Flynn (13) 73. GENT’S FIXTURES Thursday 6th Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F. Sat 8 Gents/Ladies Stroke (D. Hayes PGA Day). Sunday 9th SPAR FINAL Open Singles S/F. Mon. 10 Open Gents Seniors (50+) Singles S/F.

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday, 1st Sunday, 2nd October 18 hls Singles Stableford GOY Sponsored by Pat Moore Transport Cappoquin 1st P. J. Coughlan (8) 39 pts; 2nd Philip Walton (20) 36 pts B6; Gross Brendan Hannon (7) 29 pts; 3rd Michael Keane (15) 36 pts C.S.S. Saturday 36, Sunday 35 Tuesday Bacon Result, 1st Pat Morrissey, Dom Spillane, Frank Corcoran 27 pts; 2nd Dan Griffin, Larry Kiely, Jim Cashman 25 pts. Thursday 1st over 60s results 1st Mary Cashman, Denis Galvin. FIXTURES Thursday, 6th October at 10.30 am over 60s golf fun and brack Saturday, 8th and Sunday, 9th October 18 hls Singles Stableford Saturday, 15th and Sunday, 16th October 18 hls Singles Stroke G.O.Y. sponsored by Garry Baverstock

STORY OF THE WEEK What more can be said about the golf game of P. J. Coughlan that hasn’t been said already. Starting his game at 6 points behind Michael Keane for Golfer of the Year he comes in with 39 points to keep the pressure on Mick. With the ground as heavy as it is it’s great to see such high scores being made. He carded 19 pts on the way out and improved with 20 pts on the way back. He got his winning score with 11 pars and a great birdie on the par 4 11th. How great it is to see Philip Walton in the winning enclosure. Philip has gone through the wringer health wise recently but like his beloved Leeds United has stayed strong and positive to reap the reward of second place with his 36 pts. Staying with the task at hand and enjoying the sun on those bones helped him to get 19 pts on the back 9. Brendan Hannon took the Gross prize on 29 pts. He had

LADIES RESULTS Tues. 27th Hype Hair: 1 Breda McCarthy (7) 39, 2 Marie Therese O’Neill (35) 35 pts, 3rd Theresa Keane (25) 34 pts. CSS 74. Inter-Pubs and Inter Firms Classic Shanley Industrial Engineering: 1 T. Whelan (17) K. Darcy (22) J.J. Quinn (16) J. Clancy (18) 105 pts, 2 D. O’Neill (6) M. Terry (12) M. O’Mahony (14) Cathie Whelan O’Mahony 103 pts. LADIES FIXTURES Fri 7 Ladies Singles Stroke, Saturday 8th Ladies Stroke (D Hayes PGA Day) + Ladies Alliance + Annual Lefthanders. Mon 10 Open Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tuesday 11th Oct., 2016 Ladies Singles S/F + Ladies Home Alliance. SIXTY.COM Next competition 05/10/16 draw for partners at 2 p.m. Results Wed. 28th. Winner: Roger O’Connor 19 pts, Best Male: Sean O Ciarba,19 pts Best Lady: Mary Ann Coffey 13 pts. PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners Tom Melody, Ml Kelleher, 2nd Colm Bannon & Jim Kiersey. Progressive 45 every Thursday night, all are welcome. YOUNGONES Next Competition Wednesday, 5th October at 3 p.m. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet

12 pars and even though he blanked the par 3 14th, it shows the metal of the man to stay with the job on hand. Michael Keane who was in 3rd place had 36 pts, played steady golf on Saturday. Has he done enough in the golfer of the year competition to take the prize? He is leading by 4 points. Congratulations to Pat Morrissey who won the Club Singles. He won on the 17th in a very close game against Michael Keane. Also congrats to Martin Power and John McGrath who eventually beat Club PRO Edmond Aherne and his dad Cal in the Club Foursomes. This was a match that went tit for that throughout the first nine. The back nine was a different story. The pairing of Martin and John then took hold in the back nine. They played some great golf but their competition held tough and brought the match to the 18th hole, where Martin and John took the victory! There have also been some grumblings about slow play on the course and we would like everyone to pay special attention to how long they are taking to play a round. Slow play hinders everyone’s round and we wish for everyone to enjoy their game! LISMORE LADIES Christmas Prizes Sun 25th & Wed., 28th September 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly sponsored by Roche's Centra Lismore. GOY

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Dungarvan Golf Club 18 Hole Open 2 Person Rumble Sponsor 60.Com Front L-R: Tom Considine, 3rd; Michael O'Mahony, 1st; Pat Power 60. Com Sponsor; John Cartright, 3rd. Back L-R: Jim Kiersey, Captain; Richard Lambert and Graham Mullard, 2nd; Liam Carroll, President. [Pat Crowley] as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town),

Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or

assistance. JUNIOR NEWS Our next event will be the Baker Tilly Trophy kindly sponsored by Pat Norris and will take place at Hallowe’en. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continues next Saturday at 3 pm and all are welcome. Any enquiries relating to Junior activities at the club can be directed to Club Professional David Hayes.

David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net PRO SHOP NEWS The Proshop activity continues to be a hive of activity as David’s End of Season Sale continues. There are many bargains to be had and as always David offers the only professional advice in town. Special offers on website at www.davidhayesgolf.com

The going was tough this week but that didn't seem to bother Patricia Lonergan who captured the Christmas Prizes this week from Daphne Power on the back 9. Laoise Ní Chonchubhair claimed 3rd prize and so no need for Christmas shopping for this trio. Well done ladies. Weather permitting we are in to the last few weeks of 18 hole competitions, there is placing on fairways only and play as it lies in the rough. So make sure you keep it on the fairways folks!

Then we will be starting our popular Autumn League on Sunday, 30th October. The sign up sheet is in the Ladies area. So make sure your name is up - "If you're not in, you can't win" as the saying goes. REMINDER Ladies get your singles matches played, the weather and evenings are closing in and we will be having our Captain’s Dinner on Friday, 28th October where all the club awards will be presented.

We have a prize presentation on Wednesday, 5th October at 7 pm, all outstanding prizes will be presented. Prize winners please be in attendance. Thank you. The seniors competition is still going ahead on Thursdays at 10.30 am. Willie Henry and Anna Murphy are in charge. Anyone interested please come along, 8 holes - the top field twice, with tea/coffee and cake afterwards. RESULTS: Sunday, 25th and

Wednesday, 28th September - 18 Holes S/Ford - Christmas Prizes - kindly sponsored by Roche's Centra Lismore. 1st: Patricia Lonergan (16) 35 pts B9; 2nd Daphne Power (12) 35 pts; 3rd Laoise Ní Chonchubhair (29) 33 pts. FIXTURES: Sunday, 2nd and Wednesday, 5th October - 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly sponsored by Foley’s on the Mall Sunday, 9th and Wednesday, 12th October 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly sponsored by Bernie Glavin.

Lismore Golf Club – Members of the Waterford U 21 All Ireland Hurling Championship team at Lismore Golf Club where they were presented with Honorary Membership recently at a specially held function to honour the athletes. Left to right: Colm Roche, Niall Fives, Jordan Henley, Stephen Bennett, Shane Bennett, John Paul Lucey, Andy Molumby, Michael Kearney, with Club Officers Lady Captain JoJo Tobin, Captain Jack Aherne and President Katherine Moynihan.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS CLUB COMPETITION SAT. 1ST/SUN., 2ND OCT 1st: Kevin Tobin (13) 43 pts, 2nd: Damian O’Donovan (15) 41 pts, Gross: Daniel Burke (5) 33 pts, 3rd: Owen O’Keeffe (11) 41 pts. CSS: 37 pts. TUESDAY TREATS – 27TH SEPTEMBER 1st: Phil Kinsella (14) 21 pts, 2nd: Tom Breathnach (16) 19 pts B3, Visitor: Tom Conway (10) 19 pts Dungarvan GC, Nearest to Pin on 4th: Richard Queally, Nearest to Pin on 9th: Ray Donnelly. AUTUMN OPEN SINGLES – WEDNESDAY, 28TH SEPTEMBER 1st: John Flynn (17) 36 pts. CSS: 38 pts CASTLECOMER GOLF SOCIETY 1st: Ken Hovenden 46 pts, 2nd: Eamon Brennan 42 pts. PABLO’S GOLF CLASSIC Hole in one on 9th: Sean Fleming. 1st Overall: Liam Troy, Pa McCarthy, P Walsh – 78 pts. 1st First Week: David Morrissey, Terry O’Callaghan, Justin Spratt – 74 pts. 1st Second Week: Paul Morrissey, Shane Hanrahan, Mark Ronayne – 74 pts. 2nd Overall: Tom O’Halloran, Michael Byrne, John Mulcahy – 74 pts. 3rd Overall: Robbie Deady, Peter Deady, Pa McCarthy – 73 pts. Best Ladies: Shauna Wall, Reena McDonnell, Joan Ronayne – 68 pts. Best Mixed: Pat K Murray, Diarmuid Horgan, Joan Ronayne – 70 pts. 4th Overall: Stephen Spillane, Paul Carrol, Jim Morgan – 72 pts.

5th Overall: John Keane, Tom Butler, Donal O’Brien – 71 pts. Best non GUI: Dermot Murphy, Pat Curran, Jerome Curran – 60 pts. FIXTURES Tues., Oct 4th – Open 9 hole Tuesday Treats all day. Weds., Oct. 5th – Autumn Open Gents Singles 18 hole Stableford Sat., 8th/Sun., 9th Oct. – Club Competition 18 Hole Stableford. IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCE BY GARY HURLEY IN KAZAKHSTAN Well done to West Waterford’s Gary Hurley who was playing in the Kazakhstan Open at the Zhailjau Golf Resort last week. Gary had rounds of 67, 70, 73, 73 which saw him finish on 5 under par for the tournament. CLUB FOURSOMES SPONSORED BY ARACHAS INSURANCE The Club Foursomes will be played over two days, Saturday 15th and Sunday, 16th October. The competition will be run as a scotch foursomes, and players can pick their own partner. Reentry is permitted with a new partner. Check notice board for full details. CLUB SINGLES SPONSORED BY MURRAY’S PHARMACY The semi-finals could well produce the match of the year when the Murphy brothers Pat and Jimmy go head-to-head. Richard Ronayne and Peter Deady will contest the other semi final. The contest is wide open with the only certainty being there will be a Murphy in the final.

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com SIGNING INTO COMPETITIONS We ask that members be careful when signing in to competitions and ensure that it is themselves that they are signing in. The new computer system makes it very easy to sign in and register scores but you do need to be careful that it is your own name that you are registering as we have a number of players with the same name in the club. ORDER OF MERIT 2016 Five players finished on the same amount of Order of Merit points, Brian O’Connor, Dean Golds, Derek Power, John White and Micheal White. In the event of a tie the player with the greatest number of cuts is the winner. If it is still tied the player who reduced his handicap by the greatest % is deemed the winner. Having counted the number of cuts each player received the list was reduced down to two players, both of whom had been cut six times during the year, Brian O’Connor and Derek Power. Now it was down to the player who reduced his handicap by the greatest % so the winner is Brian O’Connor. SPECIAL FUNDRAISER FOR THE FAMILY OF JOHN NUGENT The Club is organising a special competition to help out with the fundraising efforts by the KIlgobinet GAA club to provide support for the future of the young family of the late John Nugent.

John was a valued member of the Gold Coast Golf Club for a long number of years and many members have asked that we do something to help. It will take place on the weekend of 8th and 9th October. The format will be a three person scramble and teams can be gents, ladies or mixed. It will be an open competition so please inform members of other clubs so that they might come along and contribute. Members will be welcome to add a little to the competition entry fee if they wish. END OF SEASON DINNER This is scheduled to take place on Sunday 9th October. All the match-play trophies as well as Golfer of the Year and Order of Merit Awards will be presented at this function. The following awards will be presented: Golfer of the Year: Dean Golds. Order of Merit: Brian O’Connor Gold Coast Cup: Winner Austin Kiely, Runner-Up: Dean Golds. Scratch Match-Play: Winner: Michael Lenihan, Runner-Up: Ger Bagg. Michael White Foursomes: Winners: Kieran Cullinan and Frank Waters Runners-Up: Micheal White and Des O’Brien. Willie Barron Fourball: Winners: Declan Kiely and David Mulvihill Runners-Up: Brian O’Connor

AUTUMN SENIORS OPEN Congratulations to Michael Byrne who captured first prize with 42 points at Dungarvan GC on Monday, 26th October. Tom O’Donoghue came 2nd in Category A with 39 points. This was the final outing for this year and we would like to thank the members who attended the various outings. MIDWEEK GOLF AT WEST WATERFORD On completion of the Al Eile competition, Wednesday Open golf continues at West Waterford each week. Our popular Tuesday Open 9 hole will also run through the month of October. We can’t guarantee you a place on the PGA tour, but you are assured of a warm welcome and an enjoyable round on one of the best courses in the county. Check out the West Waterford for yourself. CAPTAIN’S END OF YEAR SCRAMBLE Sunday November 6th is the date for our Captain and Lady Captain’s Annual Year End Scramble. All outstanding prizes including club matchplay competitions, Al Eile Final and Autumn Open Week will be presented on the night. Make a note of the date in your diary and come along to acknowledge the great work of Jean and Dermot throughout the year. GARY HURLEY REMEMBERS THE GREAT ARNOLD PALMER There was much sadness in the golfing world last week with the news that Arnold Palmer had passed to his eternal reward at the age of 87. Nicknamed "the King," in a career that spanned more than five decades, Palmer won over 90 tournaments during his career including winning the Masters four times and is generally regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of men's professional golf. West Waterford’s Gary Hurley tweeted during the week – “So sad to hear about the passing of Arnie! Was an honour to have

and Bob O’Brien Dawn International Mixed Foursomes: Winners: Micheal White and Teresa Queally. Runners-Up: Jimmy O’Dwyer and Bernie Morrissey. WINTER LEAGUE 2016/2017 Change in the format of scoring. This year a player’s first 10 cards will count as his 10 scores and after that a player can improve on any of these scores at any time during the specified period. With 17 weeks to obtain these scores it is giving players plenty of time. Players can enter a number of times during a week and can have these scores counting so it will be possible to build up a few scores in case of bad weather. Any player interested in playing in the league should let their respective captains know or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. There will be another meeting in September to decide on teams and the numbers involved in each team. FIXTURES Tuesday, 4th Oct: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ Friday, 7th Oct: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 8th Oct: John Nugent Benefit Scramble. Sunday, 9th Oct: John Nugent Benefit Scramble. Tuesday, 11th Oct: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ RESULTS Tuesday, 27th September: Open Seniors, CSS Gents 37 pts, Ladies 36 pts. 1st: Liam Murphy (20) 41 pts Cahir Park. 2nd: Peter Byrne (22) 36 pts Williamstown. Friday, 30th September: Open Singles, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Tim O’Driscoll (17) 37 pts. 2nd: Peter McArdle (19) 36 pts. Saturday 1st October: Club Competition, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Michael Lenihan (4) 38 pts. Gross: Seanie Lenihan (9) 26 pts. Sunday 25th September: Re-

West Waterford Golf Club Intermediate Scratch Cup kindly sponsored by the Moorings Bar & Restaurant. Jim Quinn, sponsor presents the Intermediate Scratch Cup to the winner, Padraig Breathnach. Also included are Phil Kinsella (2nd), Ray Donnelly (3rd), Alan Twomey (1st Nett) and Dermot Drohan, Club Captain. [Sean Byrne] met you! Thank you for all you’ve done for the game!” Gary set a record by having the unique distinction of playing in the Palmer Cup on two occasions. FRIDAY NIGHT IS SOCIAL NIGHT AT WEST WATERFORD Starting this Friday the bar will remain open on Friday nights during the coming weeks. A number of events involving club members and guests are being arranged and we can promise something to suit all tastes. Watch this space for further details. SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE This year’s Alliance will commence on 2nd October and members are invited to put their names on the entry sheet posted in the clubhouse. The ideal situation would be for three people to travel and play together. The competition is singles. The following is the fixture list for 2016. October 2nd Waterford, October 16th Callan, October 23rd Dungarvan, November 13th Kilkenny and November 20th West Waterford. For enquiries contact Phil Kinsella at West Waterford GC.

fixed Half-Sub Qualifier, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Declan Kiely (11) 38 pts. 2nd: Michael Lenihan (4) 37 pts. Gross: Derek Power (3) 31 pts. 3rd: Kieran Cullinan (8) 37 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 9 Hole Ongoing for Beginners. Sat. 8th & Sun., 9th Oct. 18 Hole Fundraiser Scramble (John Nugent). Mon. 10th Oct. 13 Hole Winter League Rd 1 Thursdat, 13th Oct. Coastal Alliance, West Waterford GC. JOHN NUGENT FUNDRAISER An open team event has been arranged for Sat 8th and Sun., 9th Oct. at the Gold Coast GC to help raise funds for the young family of the late John Nugent. This will be a 3person scramble format, and we are asking our members to invite their friends to partake in this worthwhile event. If you are unable to play, you can still contribute as all donations gratefully accepted!! MOORINGS BAR AND RESTAURANT WINTER LEAGUE Our 13 hole winter League kindly sponsored by the Moorings Bar and Restaurant begins on Mon 10th Oct, draw is now made with rules of the competition and are now posted in kiosk. This year it has been decided to reduce the numbers on each team to 5 and 2 weeks to play each round with re-entry and best score to count. There will be individual prizes for each round as well as points for your team, so in the interest of team spirit commitment is of the utmost importance!! Entry fee is €5 with re-entry €3. TERESA QUEALLY WINS SHEILA NORRIS MATCHPLAY The final singles matchplay between our Lady Captain Eilo and Teresa Queally took place on Sunday, 2nd Oct, a great battle

RACE NIGHT Preparations are going well for the Race Night which will be held in West Waterford Golf Club on Saturday, 22nd October. There will be 10 races on the night with tote tickets and tote double available. The sale of horses, trainers and jockeys is going exceptionally well. There are still some available and you can get more details from the club office and the bar. All support and sponsorship is very much appreciated and all proceeds will go to course maintenance and improvements. So mark it in your diaries and come along on October 22nd for what promises to be a great night of fun. SUNDAY LUNCH AT WEST WATERFORD Sunday Lunch at West Waterford continues to be a great success to date and we wish to thank you all for your continued support. Sunday lunch is available between 12.30 pm and 3 pm and you can choose from our varied menu selection. As well as the Sunday lunch the restaurant is proving to be very successful at present and let’s hope that this continues throughout the year.

Don’t forget that parties and all special occasions are catered for in West Waterford. So if you have a party or event coming up why not contact us at 058 43216 for further details or to discuss your party needs. LATE JOHNNIE HOGAN All at West Waterford wish to express our sincere sympathy to the Hogan family on the sad passing of a great friend and golfer. Johnnie is fondly remembered by his many friends at the club, especially those who worked and played with him down the years. May he rest in peace. CONDOLENCES We offer condolences to the Moloney family on the passing of Michael Moloney. May he rest in peace. LADIES CLUB September 9 Hole Results 1st – Nora Flynn (30) – 37 points. 2nd – Deirdre Ruane (18) – 35 points. 3rd – Ger Hickey (31) – 33 points September’s 9 hole was kindly sponsored by Angela Cummins. The October 9 hole is now in progress with 2 cards to count. 18 Hole S/F on 29th September or 2nd October 1st –

Margaret O’Sullivan (23) – 34 points; 2nd – Eithne Ashby (18) – 30 points; 3rd – Nora Flynn (30) – 29 points; CSS – Thurs: 35 points (R O only). Sunday: 38 points Our October 13 hole ongoing in aid of Breast Cancer Research has now commenced and as always we look forward to great support for this competition. You can re-enter as often as you like and all entry fees are donated to Breast Cancer Research. Best wishes to our Lady Captain Jean who is recovering from knee surgery. Hope to see you back on the golf course very soon Jean. Dates for your Diary: Saturday, 22nd October at 8 pm Race Night in the Clubhouse. A great night’s entertainment is assured so please support this fundraiser; all proceeds to fund course maintenance and improvements so be sure to come along and bring your friends and family. Sunday, 6th November – Captains’ Scramble. The Captain and Lady Captain hold their last event of the year, so please come along to support them in thanks for their work for the year.

Gold Coast Golf Club Minor Scratch Cup. Rafael Alvarez, Captain presents the winner, Jack McGrath with his prize. Included are Jimmy Beresford (2nd) and Brian Fahey, Club President. and friendly rivalry took the pair to the 17th where Teresa took the honours to claim the coveted trophy. Congrats and well done to both Teresa and Eilo on reaching the final match in this competition!! GOLFER OF THE YEAR 2016 Our golfer of the year for 2016 is our Lady Vice Captain Ger Hallinan, this competition is based on results from 8 games over the season including the majors. Ger has had a phenomenal year, with fantastic scores for every event and being in the winners enclosure most weeks, the epitome being the winner of Anne McGrath’s President’s Prize, her second in a three year span which alone is a major achievement!! Well Done Ger, for a sparkling year of Golf!! COMMITTEE MEETING Our next meeting takes place on Friday 7th Oct at 8pm sharp in the Bunker Bar. END OF YEAR DINNER The end of Year Dinner takes

place on Sunday 9th Oct in the Gold Coast Golf Hotel and tickets are available at the Kiosk and are priced at €25 each. If you are in receipt of any of the following prizes please attend the event. Mixed Foursomes; Winners and Runners up Ladies Club Foursomes; Winners and Runners up Ladies Singles Matchplay; Winner and Runner up Golfer of the Year LADIES CLUB AGM Our Ladies Club AGM takes place on Friday, 29th Oct at 8pm in the Bunker Bar. SOUTH EAST COASTAL ALLIANCE The Coastal Alliance is a wonderful opportunity for golfers of all levels to play other courses in the area for a nominal green fee of €10 per round and initial registration fee of €15. Our region covers the three local courses plus Faithlegg, Dunmore East and Tramore over a six month period, starting with Dunmore East on

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Thursday 22nd September, tee times – 9.30 – 11.30am. The fixture list for 2016/17 is posted in kiosk and we here in the Gold Coast are Captains this year and looking for good turnout for each event. Our next outing will be to one of our local clubs, West Waterford GC on Thursday, 13th Oct., tee from 9.30 – 11.30 am. NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Golf is a very sociable game and a great way of meeting new people; it is the only game that can be played worldwide without a partner as having your name on a time sheet does that for you!! While many of us will never reach international status, we can still represent our club on a national level or just enjoy club competitions and social golf, with this game there is something for everyone!! Please contact Bob or Mark for the exceptional packages on offer for the end of this season and 2017 on 058-44055.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Six County titles for West Waterford athletes SIXTY athletes from West Waterford competed at the County Cross Country Championships last Sunday. A fine bright day meant conditions at the Friary were ideal for cross country running and Bro Lennon had the course all set up and ready for one of the best attended and most competitive juvenile championships of the last few years. West Waterford athletes were dominant in the individual and team races winning six individual titles and six team titles on the day and are well on course to retain the Babs Connors Cup for the best overall club at the championships. GOOD START FROM EOIN PRENDERGAST This year for the first time an under 8 championship was held and while we do not have athletes that young training Eoin Prendergast younger brother of Caoimhe and Mary Kate took part in the boys race. Running strongly throughout the 500m race he put in a great finish to win his first county title. TEAM TITLE FOR UNDER 10 BOYS We had a very strong representation in the boys under 10 race and with two in the top three they easily took first team prize improving on last year’s performance where they finished second under 9. They were led home by David Nyhan in 2nd place with Niki Fitzpatrick 3rd. Adam Fitzpatrick and Sam Blake in 9th and 11th place completed the scoring four. Donal Roe was next home in 12th with John Power 20th and Darragh Condon 25th. Most of our under 10 girls were running in their first cross country race and many of them will be in their own age group next week in the under 9 race so Sunday was a good practise run for them. This race had the biggest field of the day with over forty athletes taking part. West Waterford athletes were led home by Aoife Latimore in 16th place followed by Aoife O’Donovan 20th and close behind was Aisling Condon in 22nd. Eabha Hickey made it in to the top thirty and we also had Sarah O’Riordan 33rd, Rebecca Noonan 34th and Doireann Moloney 33rd. Well done to all for completing your first cross country race. ALI CUNNINGHAM MAKES IT FOUR TITLES IN-A-ROW We had some great running from our under 12 girls and boys as both won their respective team titles. Ali Cunningham and Caoimhe Prendergast battled it out in the early stages of the girls under 12 race with Ali coming home strongest to take her fourth county title in a row and Caoimhe taking the runner up spot. Angelina Chizhikova put in a strong run to finish 7th and newcomer Katie Kenneally was 9th. These four combined to take the first

team prize. Our under eleven girls who were competing for the first time showed good form and made up the bulk of the second team that took the silver medals. They were led home by Grainne Moore 10th followed by Alanna Willans 11th, Fiona O’Riordan 13th, Maebh Kiely 15th. Also running for West Waterford were Aisling O’Donovan 16th, Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich 19th, Eimear O’Neill 20th, Doireann Hickey 21st and Aoibhín Keith 24th. In the boys race Ronan Mansfield claimed an individual medal when he finished in 3rd place this was a big improvement on last year when he finished in 6th place. Eoin Latimore who was running in his first county championships finished 5th just ahead of Darragh O’Regan 6th and Ian Holmes 7thand these four combined to take first team prize. Another newcomer Cal Tutty was next across the line in 8th with Mark Power 14th and Thomas Broderick 18th. These have the makings of a very good under 11 team for next week’s race. INDIVIDUAL TITLES FOR MEGAN KEOGH AND OISIN O’RIORDAN Next in action were the under 14 boys and girls and the distance increased to 3000m. Megan Keogh added the under 14 title to the under 13 one she won last year. She ran strongly in a group of four for much of the race but proved best over the last couple of hundred metres to take the individual title. Eve Power also finished strongly to take 5th place with Kate Killigrew one place further back in 6th and Grace Power 8th was the fourth scoring member of the winning team. We also had a second team running in this race and they took the third team prize. The scoring four were Lia Cunningham 9th, Aoibh Murphy 10th, Kate Keogh 11th and Roisin Prunty 12th. Oisin O’Riordan had to push hard all the way over the 300m as he and Callum Hearne of Ferrybank A.C. matched each other stride for stride for most of the distance. Oisin pulled ahead in the last hundred metres to take the under 14 individual title and led his team to first place. He was well supported by Rory Fennell in 4th place Con Willans 5th Eoin Kiely 10th and Mark Blackwell 13th. UNDER 16 TITLE FOR CIAN O’RIORDAN IN TIGHT FINISH The closest finish of the day was in the under 16 boys race. Cian O’Riordan and Jake Bagg ran together for the 4,000m and it came down to a sprint to the line with Cian timing his run perfectly to take the title on the finish line. Newcomer Conor Mullaney put in a fine performance to finish 5th and with Luke Power in 6th and Ciaran

Frisby 11th they took the team title. In the under 16 girls Kate Hickey showed good form to finish second and lead her team to the silver medals. Mary Kate Prendergast was next home in 8th place just ahead of a much improved Danni Cunningham. Aoife O’Brien was next to cross the line in 12th place with Orla Keane 14th and Hannah Hallahan 15th. Sinead O’Brien was our only representative under 18 and as this race was run in conjunction with the junior and senior race you can see that result on the senior notes. COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS UNDER 9, 11, 13, 15, 17 NEXT SUNDAY The second session of the County championships will be held next Sunday at 11.00

in the Friary. We ask all West Waterford athletes to be in the Friary by 10.15 a.m. so we can be registered and warmed up before the races begin. We hope for another large turnout of athletes from West Waterford at this event with the even ages moving up a year to compete. FIXTURES Sunday, 9th Oct County Championships under 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, Novice, St. Augustine’s College 11 am start. Sunday, 23rd Oct. Munster under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 Novice, under 23 Carrig na bhFear Cork. Training continues on Wed and Friday at 6 pm in the Friary. Training on Saturday in Colligan at 10 am from under 12 and up. Training on Monday at 6 pm for our older athletes.

West Waterford AC Under 14 girls who finished ist and 3rd team at the county championships.

West Waterford AC Under 16 girls ready to compete in their county championships.

Finisk Valley Athletic Club David Nyhan and Nickey Fitzpatrick WWAC were both in the top three in the boys under 10 race.

DAY one of the Waterford County Cross Country Championships got off to a great start last Sunday. In the girls U-8 race, we had Saorlaith Mernin and Sophie Cotter running, Saorlaith ran an excellent race to take the silver medal and Sophie also had a great run finishing just outside the medals In the boys U-8 race, we had Eddie Raievic, Cayden Scanlan and Tomas Scanlan. All the boys ran a great race with Eddie Raievic first home for the club taking silver followed by Cayden to take Bronze and Tomas just outside the medals. In the Girls U-10 race we

had Siún Mernin and Lucy Nugent, both girls moved up an age to run U-10, both ran every strong throughout the race. In the boys U-10 race we had Brian Scanlan and Cian Moore, both boys ran an excellent race, Brian finished in just outside the medals in 4th position and Cian finished just a few places behind Brian. In the Girls U-12 race, Eimear Griffin moved up one age to compete, she ran a great race to finish in 4th place overall, In the boys U-12 race Corey Scanlan moved up an age to run with team mate Joe Cotter, both boys ran very well also.

Next cross country competition is Sunday, 9th October County Championships under 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, Novice St. Augustine’s College 11 am start, Sunday, 23rd October Munster under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 Novice, under 23 Carrig na bhFear, Cork. Any children in our community who are interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday & Wednesday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going).

Top three in the girls under 14 race. Centre is Megan Keogh WWAC winner of the event.

Individual medal winners in the girls under 12 race.

Finisk Valley AC athletes at County Cross Country Championships in St. Augustine’s College. Back row left to right: Eimear Griffin, Corey Scanlan, Joe Cotter, Cian Moore and Brian Scanlan. Front row left to right, Casey Cotter, Siún Mernin, Ava Flavin, Saorlaith Mernin, Tomas Scanlan, Cayden Scanlan, Eddie Raievic and Sophie Cotter.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

COUNTY SENIOR HURLING QUARTER-FINAL

Fitzgerald and Walsh guides Passage to victory Passage ....................... 0-17. Fourmilewater ............. 1-12. FOURMILEWATER left their challenge for honours far too late in this senior hurling quarter final game at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening. In contrast, Passage were quick to settle with Killian Fitzgerald and Pa Walsh especially on top of their form from the first whistle. Both players accounted for all of their team’s scoring tally save two points with Fitzgerald scoring 0-6 (3f, 1’65’) in the first half and Walsh 0-4 from play. In total Killian Fitzgerald was responsible for 0-9 (5f, 2’65’) while operating at midfield, Pa Walsh struck 0-6 from play. While the Passage management will be pleased with the contribution of these two fine exponents of the game, they cannot be too pleased with the other five forwards who between them were responsible for a solitary point via Owen Connors for all of sixty minutes plus of play. Passage led at the short whistle by 0-11 to 1-4 and they looked unbeatable while in the final quarter they looked very beatable in a half that Fourmile won by 0-8 to 0-6. However, the bottom line here is that the westerners were not at the races for three

quarters of the match and is difficult to understand their listlessness at this stage of the championship in a knockout tie. Benji Whelan’s charges won the final quarter by 0-5 to 0-2 but it was too little too late to haul back their opponents lead from their earlier superiority. Killian Fitzgerald (f) and injury hampered Shane Walsh traded early points before we were treated to the only goal of the match as early as the 3rd minute when Jamie Barron provided for Conor Gleeson, whose low shot got the better of the Passage keeper Eddie Lynch. Passage were back in the lead quickly courtesy of uninterrupted scores by Fitzgerald and Walsh and Owen Connors to lead by 0-6 to 1-1 with 11 minutes on the clock. A Jamie Barron pointed free was a rare Fourmile score at this stage as the winners added a further 0-4 and Peter Queally’s men looked real serious championship contenders after 26 minutes when they were to the good by 0-10 to 1-2. At the same time, Fourmile were unlucky not to have a second goal three minutes earlier when the Passage goal had a charmed

existence in the one play after efforts by Conor Glesson (crossbar), Jamie Barron, Maurice O Gorman and Shane Walsh. It was an important moment in the match and following two Jamie Barron pointed frees, Passage deservingly led at the break by 0-4. Passage continued their dominance in a third quarter that they won by 0-4 to 0-3 and it was because of this, as much as anything, that progressed them to the semifinals. On a weekend dominated by free takers, Killian Fitzgerald and Jamie Barron added further to their placed ball tallies with scores from play coming from Conor Gleeson, Pa Walsh and Liam Lawlor, 0-15 to 1-7. A brace of pointed frees by Jamie Barron signalled the beginning of Fourmile’s best period in the match and they were now just 0-3 in arrears at 0-15 to 1-9. Pa Walsh with his sixth point and his midfield partner Sean Hogan settled the Passage ship both from play and their custodian Eddie Lynch made a good interception in front of the town end goal to snuff out a further Fourmile major scoring opportunity. Passage didn’t score from the 53rd minute and it was now, unexpectedly, all one

way traffic towards their town end goal. Two fine scores from play by Jamie Barron in the 55th and in the 57th minutes left just one puck of the ball the difference once more at 0-17 to 1-11 and a further pointed free by the same player initiated squeaky bum time for the winners. Stephen Ryan made a good save from Killian Fitzgerald at the other end of the field and a further free for Fourmile in front of the posts would have made it just 0-1 the difference but time was as good as up and Jamie Barron had to strike low but without success against a wall of defenders. DESERVED WIN The 2013 winners deserved to advance but they will not be happy with their final quarter display while Fourmilewater will be equally unhappy with their performance in the earlier three quarters of the game which ultimately produced their championship elimination. Passage’s Top Three: Pa Walsh, Killian Fitzgerald, Noel Connors. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Jamie Barron, Thomas O’Gorman, Conor Gleeson. Observer’s Man of the Match: Pa Walsh. Number of Scorers: Passage: 4. Fourmilewater: 4. Scores from Play: Passage:

Fourmilewater's Brian Wall in action with Passage's Darragh Lynch during the quarter-final of the Waterford Senior hurling championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] 0-10. Fourmilewater: 1-5. Frees For: Passage: 9. Fourmilewater: 11. Wides: Passage: 3. Fourmilewater: 8. Score of the Match: Pa Walsh’s 51st minute point from play for Passage. Scorers: Passage: Killian Fitzgerald 0-9 (5f, 2’65’s’), Pa Walsh 0-6, Owen Connors and Sean Hogan 0-1 each. Fourmilewater: Jamie Barron 0-9 (7f), Conor Gleeson 1-1,

Shane Walsh and Liam Lawlor 01 each. Passage: Eddie Lynch; Darragh Lynch, Noel Connors, Jason Flood; Stephen Mason, Jason Roche, Adam Roche; Pa Walsh, Sean Hogan; Killian Fitzgerald, Thomas Connors, Owen Connors; Liam Flynn, Eoin Kelly, Richard Hurley. Subs: Gary Cullinane for Adam Roche (ht), John Whitty for Richard Hurley (42), Conor Carey for Thomas Connors (57).

Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan; Dermot Ryan, Thomas O’Gorman, Justin Walsh; Diarmuid Murphy, Shane Ryan, James McGrath; Liam Lawlor, Jamie Barron; Conor Gleeson, Dylan Guiry, Seamus Lawlor; Craig Guiry, Shane Walsh, Maurice O’Gorman. Subs: Brian Wall for Shane Walsh (inj, ht), Kenny Brazil for Craig Guiry (inj, 43). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING RELEGATION PLAY OFF

Portlaw retains senior status at first attempt Portlaw ………………1-17; Cappoquin ………….. 0-18.

By Dermot Keyes THEY may have chewed off a few knuckles in Sunday’s closing stages at Walsh Park but Portlaw ensured that a year of honest endeavour counted for something when edging out Cappoquin in a tense Relegation Play-Off. In the end, the Tannery Town’s greater accuracy (four wides to Cappoquin’s 12) proved pivotal on a day when the Cornerstone club were denied the services of talisman Shane O’Rourke through injury. Cappoquin took the lead for the only time in the match through Killian O’Sullivan, with Jake Scanlon replying in the second minute. Moments later, D. J. Foran opened his account before Paul Power’s fourth minute free sent the reigning Intermediate champions two points clear. In what proved a free-ridden opening half, Keith Landers got off the mark, adding another in the ninth minute, either side of Darren Rockett’s white flagger. Power, who ended the afternoon with 1-10, landed a ninth minute free, with

Cappoquin’s Timmy Looby next to score in the 13th, as he advanced upfield to pick up Keith Landers’ incisive cross-field cut. Paul Power (a free) and Andy Molumby traded points in the 14th and 17th minutes, with a placed ball by Keith Landers restoring parity in the 18th minute. A half pockmarked by Anthony Fitzgerald’s whistle maintained relatively end-toend, as Power and the impressive Paul Murray exchanged 20th and 21st minute points. Paul Power, in easily his most engaged display of the season, tacked on another brace of frees in the 24th and 26th minutes to give Portlaw a two-point edge (09 to 0-7) at the interval. The other key statistic from a half played in welcome sunshine, was a wide tally which read Portlaw 2 Cappoquin 7. A minute after the resumption, Cappoquin goalkeeper Darren Curran thundered over a free from his own 65, before Paul Power, jinking in from the left flank, sent a superb point between the town end uprights. Cappoquin’s Aaron O’Sullivan landed the first of seven second half points in the 37th minute, while Keith Landers plundered after Noel

Portlaw's John Hartley in possession against Cappoquin's Mossy Noonan during the Senior Hurling relegation play-off match in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport Kelly’s puck-out failed to find a blue and gold target. Assisted by Blake O’Connor, D. J. Foran landed a fine 39th minute point, with Aaron O’Sullivan, by now

breaking into his stride, adding to his account. D J. Foran, hungry for possession, found his range again brilliantly in the 41st minute before ex-Cork inter-county

panellist Mark Prendergast’s error paved the way for Paul Power to tuck the ball beyond Darren Curran from six yards for a vital Portlaw goal. Paul Murray and Jack Walshe

traded points inside a minute, before Power’s 45th minute free sent Portlaw five points clear. But Cappoquin didn’t relent, and another brace of Aaron O’Sullivan frees left a goal between the sides with 13 minutes remaining. D. J. Foran landed another superb point from Portlaw’s next puck-out but Cappoquin stayed in the frame thanks to rapidly converted points by Aaron O’Sullivan and Keith Landers. Paul Power and Aaron O’Sullivan added to their tallies in the 50th and 52nd minutes, and when Killian O’Sullivan was illegally grounded with five minutes remaining, Aaron O’Sullivan’s free left just a point between the sides. Portlaw had a glorious chance to seal the contest when Craig Fraher was hauled to the deck for a penalty, but Darren Curran dived right to deny D. J. Foran, before also denying Noel Mackey on the followup. Paul Power underhit a 59th minute free into Curran’s grip as the tension mounted before holding his nerve to send a stoppage time free over the bar, leaving Portlaw

two points clear. At the death, a deep Cappoquin free saw 24 players sandwiched between Noel Kelly and the 13-metre line, but Portlaw’s line held, condemning Donal O’Rourke’s side to relegation. Portlaw: Noel Kelly; Jack Walshe, Michael Donnelly, Shane Foran; Niall Fitzgerald, John Hartley, Christopher Mackey; Jake Scanlon, Frank Galvin; DJ Foran, Darren Rockett, Brian Coffey; Blake O’Connor, Gary Morahan, Paul Power. Substitutes: Noel Mackey for Brian Coffey (25 mins) and Craig Fraher for Jake Scanlon (44). Portlaw Scorers: Paul Power (1-10; 0-9f), D. J. Foran (0-4), Jack Walshe, Jake Scanlon and Darren Rockett (0-1 each). Cappoquin Scorers: Aaron O’Sullivan (0-7; 0-4f), Keith Landers (0-5; 0-2f), Paul Murray (0-2), Timmy Looby, Andy Molumby and Killian O’Sullivan (0-1 each) and Darren Curran (0-1f). Cappoquin: Darren Curran; Timmy Looby, Colm Looby, Patrick Morrissey; Mark Prendergast, Paul Murray, Shane Murray; Keith Landers, Andy Molumby; Shane Coughlan, David Cahillane, Evan McGrath; Aaron O’Sullivan, Killian O’Sullivan, Tommy McCarthy. Substitutes: Mossy Noonan for Shane Coughlan (40 mins), Kevin Looby for Mark Prendergast (52), Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Passsage).

COUNTY SENIOR HURLING QUARTER FINAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Ballygunner blessed by blackout Lights failed after 45 minutes Abbeyside ………… 1-10; Ballygunner ………… 0-1. COUNTY champions Ballygunner got a hand from on high (the lights that is) in the Fraher Field last Sunday night as the remaining quarter final game of the weekend had to be postponed in darkness at the end of the third quarter when Abbeyside were holding a most deserving one goal lead. In recent years, one of the only teams that can give the Gunners a game of it in this county is the Village and they proved so again at the Shandon venue as for the full 45 minutes that the game lasted for John Foley’s charges made this year’s hottest of favourites look no more than an average club side. After three defeats in their last Group games, Abbeyside turned their year around with a no nonsense team effort and they won many friends by the manner in which they took the game to the champions. The technical breakdown was cruel for an Abbeyside team that fully deserved to be ahead and there was no signs when the game was stopped that the Gunners were coming back into it. The huge pity from a championship point of view is that the attendance that paid €5,510 will never know the outcome if the lights had not failed. Would Ballygunner get back into the game or would the Villagers produce the most monumental of

championship shocks in recent years and throw the remainder of the battle for the News and Star Cup right open. The Gunners got out of jail big time here and this Sunday when the match will be replayed will tell us if this ‘dead in the water’ display by Denis Walsh’s charges was just a once off and will they make sure of a semi-final berth this time round. Last week we stated that Abbeyside are one of the few teams that can give the Gunners a game of it and that they would need to consistently play well for the full hour to make this an interesting tie. Well, this they achieved as long as the match lasted without the services of key player Richie Foley and with the confidence gained from Sunday’s performance, there is no reason that they can’t continue from where they finished in the dark. In living memory the lights have never failed as such in the Fraher Field and they took the right wrong time to do so on an evening that the senior championship could have been given a new lease of life. Ballygunner started as one would have expected with a brace of Pauric Mahony scores within three minutes. Abbeyside’s tactic of hitting a long and high ball into Gary and Patrick Hurney paid dividends as early as the 6th minute when the latter got to the end of a David Collins delivery to squeeze the ball

over the line for the only goal of the match. Midfielder Collins was absolutely brilliant on Sunday last, effective throughout and this was without doubt his best performance ever in an Abbeyside jersey. Ballygunner came back up the field to seek instant retribution but goalie Stephen Enright, who didn’t put a foot wrong all evening, was equal to corner forward Tim O’Sullivan’s goal attempt. Sean Daly, John Hurney and David Collins all added minor scores for the local side and with eleven minutes played they led by 1-3 to 0-3. One expected a Ballygunner response to their unexpected challenge but Abbeyside were hungrier for the fray and they were making things happen while the Gunners were waiting for them to happen. David Collins and Johnny McCarthy traded scores by the 13th minute while points by the tireless Neil Montgomery and Patrick Hurney from a David Collins pass gave Abbeyside a 0-5 lead at the end of the first quarter on a score of 1-6 to 0-4. A Pauric Mahony pointed free in the 18th minute reduced their deficit by one point while Stephen O’Keeffe had to react quickly to prevent a Gary Hurney onehanded goal effort entering between the posts at the country end of the grounds. Ballygunner improved in the final five minutes of the first

moiety with scores by Pauric Mahony, 0-2 (1f), Brian O’Sullivan and Tim O’Sullivan sandwiched between pointed frees by Mark Ferncombe in the 22nd and in the second minute of added time. Abbeyside deservingly led by 1-8 to 0-9 at the break with Ballygunner striking two wides compared to the locals’ half a dozen. Ballygunner’s concerns motivated them to replace their key midfielder all year Billy O’Keeffe with Peter Hogan. The surprise overall from the Gunners’ camp was that Stephen Power, who had been outstanding in the Group games was dropped for this game and he wasn’t included in the three subs that saw action before the lights went off. Abbeyside led by 0-2 at the short whistle and by 0-3 when the game reached its premature ending in the 45th minute which tells us that they were still the dominant side and that there was no sign of them wilting and of Ballygunner getting a new lease of life. Mark Ferncombe struck a brace of pointed frees in the 39th minute, 1-10 to 0-9 with Pauric Mahony (f) replying once. The Gunners introduced Michael Mahony and Conor Power for Johnny McCarthy and Tim O’Sullivan and Abbeyside were on the attack when the lights quenched in the 45th minute. After a delay of ten minutes the long shrill in the darkness of Tommy Sullivan’s

Abbeyside's Michael O'Halloran in action against Ballygunner's Pauric Mahony during the Quarter Final of the Waterford Senior hurling championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] whistle signalled the end of proceedings for that evening and the replay, if that’s the correct wording, will now take place back at the same venue this Sunday, October 10th at 5 p.m. with no admission fee. Abbeyside’s Top Three: David Collins, Brian Looby, Neil Montgomery. Ballygunner’s Top Three: Pauric Mahony, Brian O’Sullivan, Tim O’Sullivan. Observer’s Man of the Match: David Collins. Number of Scorers: Abbeyside 6. Ballygunner 4. Frees For: Abbeyside 11.

Ballygunner 6. Wides: Abbeyside 8. Ballyguner 4. Score of the Match: Abbeyside’s 16th minute point engineered by David Collins and executed by Patrick Hurney. Scorers – Abbeyside: Patrick Hurney 1-1, Mark Ferncombe 0-4f, David Collins 02, Sean Daly, John Hurney and Neil Montgomery 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Pauric Mahony 0-6 (4f), Tim O’Sullivan 0-2, Johnny McCarthy and Brian O’Sullivan 0-1 each. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Shane O’Donovan, Evan Collins, James O’Mahony; Brian Looby, Conor Prunty, Maurice Power;

David Collins, Michael O’Halloran; Neil Montgomery, John Hurney, Sedan Daly; Mark Ferncombe, Gary Hurney, Patrick Hurney. Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Eddie Hayden, Barry Coughlan, Ian Kenny; Wayne Hutchinson, Philip Mahony, Shane Walsh; Billy O’Keeffe, David O’Sullivan; Harley Barnes, Shane O’Sullivan, Pauric Mahony; Johnny McCarthy, Brian O’Sullivan, Tim O’Sullivan. Subs: Peter Hogan for Billy O’Keeffe (ht), Michael Mahony and Conor Power for Johnny McCarthy and Tim O’Sullivan (both 42). Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Mount Sion put it up to De La Salle De La Salle …………0-24; Mount Sion ………… 1-21. By Tomas McCarthy DE La Salle and Mount Sion couldn’t be separated over eighty minutes at Walsh Park on Sunday afternoon. In an absorbing tussle, Martin F. O’Neill levelled the scores for the tenth occasion with a last gasp 65 to take it to a replay. Salle appeared likely winners during both ordinary and extra time. A purple patch of seven unanswered points left them 0-17 to 0-13 in charge with nine minutes remaining. O’Neill equalised when he shot through a crowded goalmouth on 57 minutes. The game burst into life in injury time as Austin Gleeson restored parity twice for Sion. Two Shane Ryan frees and singles by John Mullane and Adam Farrell gave De La Salle a three-point advantage

by the end of the first period of extra time. Encouraged by Gleeson’s heroics from number six, Sion rallied once more. These Eastern rivals square up again on Sunday at the same venue. The drama started prior to throw-in as both teams warmed up at the City End. According to the Clár an Lae issued beforehand, De La Salle were assigned the Keane’s Road End but arrived out on the field ahead of schedule. This Walsh Park double bill generated €7,805 for the board in gate receipts. The sides traded two points each over the opening ten minutes. David Greene blazed over a half chance for a goal after Eddie Barrett made the initial break. Salle smothered two Sion attacks before they worked the ball down to John

Mullane and he sent it over from the sideline. A long distance free from Brian Phelan made it 0-4 to 0-2. O’Neill hit back with a free before Ian O’Regan picked him out from a puckout and laid off for Stephen Roche to level at four all. Shane McNulty let fly from his own half and split the uprights. Eoin Madigan scored from the next puck-out as Salle gained supremacy. Although Austin Gleeson interrupted with a point, Mullane and Jack Fagan developed a 0-8 to 0-5 lead after 22 minutes. Sion dug in. Stephen O’Neill, Gleeson, Michael Gaffney and Owen Whelan made big plays to get them back on track. Martin F O’Neill reeled off five points on the bounce to overtake their opponents. He had the

clearest goal chance of the opening thirty when he gathered Austin Gleeson’s crossfield pass but his shot was deflected over by Stephen Daniels. Phelan stepped in before the break with an injury time free for Salle (0-10 to 0-9). Ken McGrath’s charges grew in confidence on the restart. Roche weaved his way through to shoot his third single. Whelan pounced on a slip by Eddie Barrett which led to a Mark Hoban point. It took Salle ten minutes to raise a white flag through Shane Ryan (free). Sion full forward Sean Ryan responded straight away (0-13 to 0-10). De La Salle looked to their leaders for guidance. Kevin Moran, Jake Dillon and John Mullane lifted their game as they produced seven points

without reply. Sion also paid a heavy price for persistent fouling as Shane Ryan posted five in this spell. O’Neill dispatched a 65 to end an eleven-minute barren patch. Sion desperately chased a goal and Sean Ryan flicked the sliotar narrowly wide after Evan Curran gathered Gleeson’s delivery. Three minutes from the end, Gleeson dropped in a hopeful ball and it broke kindly for O’Neill to drive the sliotar through a forest of bodies (0-17 to 1-14). Two minutes of injury time were announced. Substitute Thomas Kearney saw his point wiped out immediately by Gleeson when he galloped past Kevin Moran on the right flank. Jack Fagan snuck Salle ahead again from 60 metres. O’Regan sprayed his puckout short to Gleeson

and he opened the shoulders to land a jaw dropping point (0-19 to 1-16). Salle surged 0-23 to 1-17 in front following the first half of extra time. They were guilty of seven wides across the additional twenty minutes however and this helped Sion to recover. Both sides tired and management looked to the benches for fresh legs. Gleeson, Roche and Sean Ryan dragged the Monastery club on equal terms before a late exchange between Eddie Barrett and O’Neill. Scorers for De La Salle: Shane Ryan 0-9 (8fs), John Mullane 0-3, Eddie Barrett, Jack Fagan, Brian Phelan (2fs) 0-2 each, Jake Dillon, Adam Farrell, Eoin Madigan, Shane McNulty, Thomas Kearney, David Greene 0-1 each. Scorers for Mount Sion: Martin F O’Neill 1-9 (4fs, 3 65s),

Austin Gleeson (1f), Stephen Roche 0-4 each, Sean Ryan 0-2, Evan Curran, Mark Hoban 0-1 each. De La Salle: Stephen Brenner; Oran Keevers, Ian Flynn, Stephen Daniels; Shane McNulty, Kevin Moran, Brian Phelan; Eoin Madigan, Eddie Barrett; Jack Fagan, Jake Dillon, David Greene; Eddie Meaney, Shane Ryan, John Mullane. Subs: Adam Farrell for Meaney, Thomas Kearney for Greene, Stephen Dalton for Madigan, Eoin Madigan for Fagan, Conan Watt for Phelan, Jack Fagan for McNulty. Mount Sion: Ian O’Regan; Peter Penkert, Christopher Ryan, Aaron Coady; Stephen O’Neill, Austin Gleeson, John Dee; Michael Gaffney, Owen Whelan; Mark Hoban, Stephen Roche, Martin F O’Neill; Evan Curran, Sean Ryan, Jordan Broaders. Subs: Ian Galgey for Broaders, Pat Kelly for Penkert, Michael Daykin for Dee, Ross O’Keeffe for Gaffney. Referee: Thomas Walsh

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING QUARTER-FINAL

Roanmore leaves semi-final spot behind them Dungarvan …………3-23; Roanmore ………… 2-16. (AET). THE first quarter-final of the senior hurling championship played at the Fraher Field last Saturday night saw Roanmore come very close to qualifying for their first penultimate stage of the Premier grade since the year 2000. The city side left this game behind them as they didn’t see off a poor Dungarvan team when they led by 0-5 entering the final quarter. Cha O’Neill’s charges also shot a dozen wides during normal time and while they won’t be happy with the result, they can be well pleased with their performance as they totally dominated the tie for all of fifty minutes. On the other hand, Dungarvan will be pleased with the result but by no means with their performance which ranks among their poorest since they returned to senior ranks in 2009. One would have thought that after losing out to Tallow at the same stage last

year that they would be up for this game, which was not the worst draw to get, but they were lifeless in the extreme yet had none of their players susbstituted for poor play. Where it not for the individual brilliance of county player Patrick Curran from long distance placed balls in the final ten minutes of normal time, including a last gasp equaliser in the 64th minute, Dungarvan’s season would have been well and truly over. One could not but admire Roanmore’s approach to this knock-out encounter as they took the game to the favourites and it was a common sight throughout to see three or four of their players hassle one of their opponents for possession. The attendance paid €2,234 in to see this stand alone fixture and from the outset it was a match dominated by the respective freetakers Billy Nolan and Patrick Curran. Roanmore employed Billy Nolan as an extra man in front of Patrick Curran and when this was not counteracted by the Dungarvan side-

Referee Alan Kissane pictured with team captains Eoin Madigan (Roanmore ) and Colm Curran (Dungarvan).

line, the possession into their key forward was practically non existant. The Blues only scored 0-2 from play in the first moiety at the end of which they trailed by 0-8 to 0-6. Both scores came from wing forward Gavin Crotty who saw red at the hands of referee Alan Kissane eight minutes after the break. Roanmore raised five white flags from play before the interval via Gavin O’Brien (2), Frank McGrath, Billy Nolan and Eoin Madigan. Roanmore’s winning chances received a huge boost in the 34th minute when Billy Nolan converted a penalty in the country end of the grounds to establish a 0-5 advantage at 1-9 to 0-7. Dungarvan were reduced to 14 players four minutes later and Roanmore maintained their 0-5 advantage into the 46th minute with further points by Billy Nolan (f) and Eoin Madigan. Dungarvan didn’t score from play straddling both halves for all of 33 minutes and were depending on placed ball points by Patrick Curran to keep some way in touch. With championship elimination staring them in the face, James O’Connor’s charges upped their performance and a series of Patrick Curran pointed frees brought them back into the contest. The Blues only score from play in the second moiety was struck by Colm Curran in the 55th minute from a Kenny Moore pass and when Patrick Curran slotted over his 12th pointed free in the 57th minute, it being a contender for score of the match, the sides were back at level pegging on a score of 1-12 to

0-15 for the first occasion since the 25th minute. Dungarvan went ahead at the opportune 59th minute but with four minutes of added time allotted and two pressure pointed frees by Billy Nolan by the 62nd minute, it looked as if the honours were destined for where they were deserved. However, Patrick Curran kept Dungarvan’s championship year alive with a truly magnificent last puck of the game pointed free and twenty minutes of extra time was announced. End of normal time scoring was Roanmore 1-14; Dungarvan 0-17. It was a different Dungarvan side that came out for an extra time period that they won by 3-6 to 1-2. Roanmore were visibly tired from their match long intense play while their opponents returned to fifteen players with Sean Ryan coming on at corner forward. The Blues won the first ten minutes of extra time by 3-3 to 0-2 with three goals in the space of the last four minutes of the half. Kenny Moore placed Ryan Donnelly for a very well taken green flag in the 66th minute; Kieran Power and Mike Kiely set up Patrick Curran for a trade mark goal and he slotted home a penalty in the next play after Liam Ryan had been upended in front of goal. On the restart of extra time, Dungarvan extended their advantage to 0-13 with scores by Patrick Curran (f), Ryan Donnolly, a contender for score of the match, and Kieran Power, 3-23 to 1-16 with 75 minutes played while two minutes before the long whistle a free by Brian Nolan went all the way to the goal

Dungarvan's Joe Allen in possession against Roanmore's Ray Connolly during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling Championship Quarter-Final match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

off Jamie Nagle’s hurley to put a better look on the final scoreboard from a Roanmore point of view. The unsettled look about the Dungarvan side continued last Saturday with the new midfield pairing of Jamie Nagle and Eoin Healy having to play second fiddle to their opponents while the former played very well when utilised in defence later in the game. Overall though, the Blues will have to put this below average display behind them or they will be cannon fodder for whoever they are drawn against in the semi-finals. MORE PROGRESS Roanmore have made more progress this year although this will be of no consolation after leaving this game behind them. Billy Nolan was their star performer here and the county minor will be a huge

asset to the club in the seasons ahead. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Patrick Curran, Darragh Lyons, Conor Sheridan. Roanmore’s Top Three: Billy Nolan, Eoin Madigan, Brian Nolan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Patrick Curran. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 6. Roanmore 6. Scores from Play: Dungarvan 2-7. Roanmore 1-8. Frees For: Dungarvan 30. Roanmore 19. Wides: Dungarvan 9. Roanmore 12. Score of the Match: Patrick Curran’s 64th minute pointed free for Dungarvan to level the match. Scorers – Dungarvan: Patrick Curran 2-16 (1-16f), Ryan Donnolly 1-1, Gavin Crotty and Colm Curran 0-2 each, Jamie Nagle and Kieran Power 0-1 each. Roanmore: Billy Nolan 1-10 (8f), Brian Nolan 1-0f, Eoin Madigan 0-2, Gavin O’Brien 0-2 (1f), Frank McGrath and Paul

O’Sullivan 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Aaron Donnelly, Conor Sheridan, Joe Allen; Darragh Lyons, Kieran Power, Kenny Moore; Eoin Healy, Jamie Nagle; Gavin Crotty. Colm Curran, Liam Ryan; Ryan Donnolly, Patrick Curran, Michael Kiely. Subs: Sean Ryan (E.T.), John Curran for Darragh Lyons (inj), Gavin Power for Liam Ryan (inj, 80). Roanmore: David Barrett; Shane Mackey, Charlie Chester, Colm Burke; Frank McGrath, Stephen Grant, Ray Connolly; Billy Nolan, Gavin O’Brien; Daniel Murphy, Eoin Madigan, Brian Nolan; Dale Hayes, Paul O’Sullivan, Shane Nolan. Subs: Emmet O’Toole for Shane Nolan (50), Chris Dempsey for Daniel Murphy (57), Daniel Murphy for Ray Connolly (60), Alex O’Mahony for Dale Hayes (60 +2), Shane Nolan for Charlie Chester (62), Eddie Carew for Frank McGrath (76). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING QUARTER-FINAL

Lismore advances to last four Lismore ………………4-12; Stradbally ……………1-14. SECOND half goals by substitute Peter O’Keeffe and brothers Maurice and Dan Shanahan proved too much for Stradbally to counteract in this well contested Divisional intermediate quarter-final at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. At the end of the day the Lismore outfit had too much hurling played for a Stradbally team more accustomed to the big ball and they well deserve their place in the semi finals of the championship. Stradbally went ahead from a Cormac Gough pointed free in the second minute but this is the only time they were in the lead as they were forced to play second fiddle throughout. Some

may say that missed scoring opportunities by the Reds in the first half was one of the main reasons for their defeat but it was Lismore who were actually more off target in this period with six wides behind their name. The game was level enough for the first quarter with points by Stevie Barry, Maurice Shanahan (2f) and Jack Prendergast outscoring efforts by Cormac Gough (f) and Ger Power on the board at 0-5 to 0-3. Lismore had the sliotar in the net in the 17th minute but it was disallowed for an infringement but there was no such debate one minute later when minor Jack Prendergast made a surging run through the heart of the Red’s defence and planted the ball in the net, 1-5 to 0-3. Maurice Shanahan, from

his left hand side, added a contender for score of the match while Stradbally recovered somewhat with a Michael Walsh ‘65’ and a good point by Daniel Weldon, 1-6 to 0-5 with 22 minutes on the clock. The winners made a double substitution in the 27th minute while the 0-4 difference remained the same at the short whistle with Maurice Shanahan and Shane Aherne swopping frees. Ahern’s free was the result of the Red’s player being upended en route to goal for which Lismore full back David Prendergast received a yellow card. There wasn’t any change in the trend of the game until the 42nd minute when Dan Shanahan contested a high ball and substitute Peter O’Keeffe pounced on the

break to bat the sliotar into the country end goal to give Stradbally a mountain to climb on a score of 2-8 to 0-7. They recovered somewhat with 0-2 (1f) by Shane Ahearne before Maurice Shanahan (f) and Aherne, again, were on target to leave the scoring at 2-9 to 0-10 with 45 minutes of the match having elapsed. The contest was finished in the 50th minute when another searching run by Jack Prendergast found Maurice Shanahan and the county player finished swiftly to the back of the net. Substitute Philip O’Keeffe made it 3-0 the difference and a contender for score of the match by Jack Prendergast in the 52nd minute increased this advantage further. Shane Aherne was doing

his utmost to bring Stradbally back into the match and he struck for a much needed green flag from a Michael Walsh free but it was a major score that was too little too late for his side at 3-11 to 1-10. Following points by Andy Doyle and Ger Power for Stradbally, the final nail was struck when Dan Shanahan, from a Jack Prendergast pass in the 57th minute, sent a screamer of a shot from a most acute angle into the back of the net. The Reds tried to the final whistle and they were rewarded with points by Shane Aherne and Andy Doyle but at the sounding of Pat Casey’s final whistle Lismore were deserving 0-7 victors. Lismore’s Top Three: Jack Prendergast, Paudie Prendergast, Ray Barry.

Stradbally’s Top Three: Shane Aherne, John Coffey, Ciaran Cusack. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jack Prendergast. Number of Scorers: Lismore 8. Stradbally 6. Scores from Play: Lismore 4-9. Stradbally 1-9. Frees For: Lismore 10. Stradbally 15. Wides: Lismore 12. Stradbally 7. Score of the Match: Shane Aherne’s individually worked 45th minute point from play for Stradbally. Scorers – Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 1-5 (3f), Jack Prendergast 1-2, Peter O’Keeffe and Dan Shanahan 1-0 each, John Prendergast 0-2, Stevie Barry, Ray Barry and Philip O’Keeffe 0-1 each. Stradbally: Shane Aherne 1-6 (3f), Ger Power and Andy Doyle 0-2 each, Cormac Gough 0-2f, Daniel Weldon 0-1, Michael Walsh 0-1 ‘65’.

Lismore: Seanie Barry; Sean Reaney, David Prendergast, Pat Hennessy; Ray Barry, Paudie Prendergast, Micheal Fitzgerald; Stevie Barry, John Prendergast; Brian Bennett, Maurice Shanahan, Jack Prendergast; Jordan Shanahan, Dan Shanahan, Aaron Whelan. Subs: Ronan Landers for Aaron Whelan and Peter O’Keeffe for Jordan Shanahan (both 27), Philip O’Keeffe for Brian Bennett (46), Eoin Bennett for Sean Reaney. Stradbally: Trevor Curran; Ciaran Cusack, John Coffey, Luke Casey; Cathal Cusack, Shane Lannon, Robert Aherne; Michael Walsh, Jack Mullaney; Andy Doyle, Shane Aherne, Daniel Weldon; Eoin O’Brien, Ger Power, Cormac Gough. Subs: Tony Grey for Cathal Cusack (22), Stephen Cunningham for Eoin O’Brien, Paul Tobin for Cormac Gough. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY DIVISION 1 MINOR HURLING SEMI-FINAL

De La Salle prevails in eight goal thriller De La Salle …………. 5-10; Clonea ………………. 3-14. By Phil Fanning TWO goals by Thomas ‘Tonto’ Douglas in the opening five minutes gave De la Salle the ideal start to this thrilling minor semi- final in Carrickbeg on Thursday last and it was the same player who, in the closing minutes of added time, sent over the two crucial points that were to separate these splendid sides at the end of a stirring contest that reflected further on the high standard of underage hurling in Waterford. Douglas shot his third goal a minute before the break after Clonea had battled their way back into the game to give his side a 4-4 to 1-7 halftime lead but if Douglas was to emerge as Man of the Match for his side he had a contender of equal stature in Clonea corner forward James Power who, having replied to Douglas’ early salvo with his sides opening goal, turned the game on its head with two more goals and a point in the opening six minutes of the second half to give his side a one point lead. From that point on it was nip and tuck with the sides level on three further occasions before Dylan Finn’s 46th minute goal for De La Salle put daylight between the teams again. Shortly after scoring his crucial goal the De La Salle youngster was carried from the field, severely concussed following a collision in midfield with the

result that we had five minutes of added time in which the game ended in a welter of excitement as Clonea trailing by three points saw Conor Dalton’s last gasp free from forty metres deflected over the bar to leave De La Salle the victors by two points. There was no let up in the pace or intensity of this game. After Douglas’ second goal Clonea came back with a Ciaran Power point and a 7th minute goal from James Power. De La Salle looked set to pull away with Cormac McCann hitting his side’ third goal in the 12th minute and by the 19th minute they were 3-4 to 1-3 in front. Though he had missed a couple of early frees Clonea’s Billy Power came storming into the game in midfield to reduce the deficit to four points with five minutes of the half remaining. If anything Clonea were enjoying the better of the exchanges when a blunder by the goalkeeper presented the alert Douglas with his third goal before Conor Dalton’s late point from a free left his side trailing by six points going into the second half. Within six minutes of the restart two goals and a point from James Power set the scene for a dramatic second period that produced some brilliant individual performances on both sides, building up to that pulsating finish that saw De La Salle holding out under strong pressure for victory against a Clonea side that went into the game as

rank outsiders but gave their all and showed that they have the players to go further in the coming years. While Thomas Douglas was the De La Salle hero on the scoreboard the winners had outstanding performers in Mikey Costigan in the centre of the defence backed up by Lee Wall and Ryan Duke. Up front Douglas had great support in the front line from Cormac McCann and Dylan Finn, who recovered well from his injury since the game. For Clonea county minors Conor Dalton and Billy Power were outstanding as well as hat trick hero James Power. Others to impress were Pat Hahessy, DonnchaHassett and Ciaran Power. Scorers – De La Salle: Thomas Douglas 3-4, Dylan Finn and Cormac McCann 1-1 each, Mikey Costigan 0-3 (2Fs,1’65’), Chris Kong 0-1. Clonea: James Power 3-1, Billy Power 0-8 (4Fs), Conor Dalton 0-3Fs), Ciaran Power 0-2. De La Salle: Donal Carey, Ryan Duke, Lee Wall, Ian Conlon, Sean Conlon, Mikey Costigan, Gavin Coppinger, Conor Dunphy, Conor Giles – Doran, James Stone, Chris Kong, Sean Power, Conor McCann, Thomas Douglas, Dylan Finn. Subs: L. Dwyer for Giles – Doran, Adam Hayes for Finn. Clonea: Cian Hassett, Conor Mulligan, Mairtin Power, Adam Kelly, Adam Nugent, Conor Dalton, Pat Hahessy, Stephen Curry, Liam Connolly, Billy Power, Donncha Hassett, Damien Gleeson, Conor Power, Ciaran Power, James Power. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Waterford GAA Results Western Intermediate Hurling Championship KO: Lismore 4-12; Stradbally 1-14 Brickey Rangers 2-17; Ballysaggart 2-12 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 1 Knockout: Ballygunner 6-14; St. Carthages 1-16 De La Salle 5-10; Clonea 3-14 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship Knockout: Dungarvan 3-23; Roanmore 2-16 Mt. Sion 1-21; De La Salle 0-24 Passage 0-17; Fourmilewater 1-12 Portlaw 1-17; Cappoquin 0-18 The Local Bar Western Junior B Hurling Championship: Kilrossanty 1-18 Abbeyside 2-8 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship KO: Dunhill 1-16; Ballygunner 0-7

Ferrybank 0-13; Clonea 0-3 Gerry Kennedy Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Junior Hurling A C/Ship - Group 1: Ballyduff Lower 2-24; Micheal MacCraith Tramore 0-5 Ballydurn 3-10; Bunmahon 1-6 Gerry Kennedy John J Murphy Eastern Junior Hurling B Championship - Group 1: De La Salle 1-13; Portlaw 0-11 Gerry Kennedy John J Murphy Eastern Junior Hurling B Championship - Group 2: Kilmacthomas 2-18; Fenor 1-4 Ferrybank 3-14; Butlerstown 0-6 PP Snr H A: Blackwater Community School Lismore 1-16 CBS Dungarvan 0-14 PP Snr H B: Ard Scoil Na Mara, Tramore 2-20; St Pauls Community College Waterford 2-10

Billy Devine (Chairman Co. Bord na nÓg) presenting the trophy for the U-14 Division 2 Co. Hurling Championship, sponsored by Waterford GAA Supporters Club - Dublin Branch to An Ghaeltacht captain Caolán Mac Craith after his team’s win over De La Salle in the Final at Fraher Field. [Rory Wyley]

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY DIVISION 1 MINOR HURLING SEMI-FINAL

St. Carthage’s overcome by Ballygunners’ goals Ballygunner …………6-14; St. Carthage’s ………1-16. THE ability of the Ballygunner forward division to breach the St. Carthage’s rearguard for major scores in both halves at the Fraher Field last Thursday evening secured a place for themselves in the county final against city rivals De La Salle. In the other ‘semi’ played in Carrigbeg between De La Salle and Clonea, a surprise result looked on the cards during the second half before the city club scraped through at the end on a 5-10 to 3-14 scoreline. The first half in the Fraher Field was especially entertaining at the end of which the winners held an 0-3 advantage at 4-6 to 1-12. First half goals by full forward David Dawson in the 12th and in the 16th minutes and by corner forward Cormac Power in the 21st and in the 28th minutes had St. Carthages constantly on the backfoot despite amassing a healthy tally of 1-12 themselves. Some of the points scored by Sam Ryan and Jack Prendergast for ‘Carthages were out of the top drawer but the strength of the Gunners’s forward division was just too much for the western team to handle. In addition, brother of senior goalie Stephen O’Keeffe, Darragh was in top form between the posts for Stephen Frampton’s charges and he saved two good saves in the first quarter of the match. Carthage’s were leading

by 0-6 to 0-4 after 11 minutes when David Dawson struck for his first goal for the winners and though Kyle Bennett and Jack Prendergast replied with white flags within two minutes, Dawson struck green again in the 16th minute, 2-5 to 0-7. Though St. Carthage’s were getting caught regularly in defence, they were doing quite well in general play out the field resulting in Kyle Bennett, Sam Ryan and Jack Prendergast all finding their range and when Prendergast landed their one and only goal in the 20th minute, the westerners were back in front on a score of 1-10 to 2-6. However, their advantage did not remain long and almost immediately Cormac Power changed the scoreboard again with his first goal to further test the resilience of the opposition. Once more Sean Prendergast’s charges responded admirably to level proceedings for the fourth occasion via points by Kyle Bennett and Jack Prendergast (f), 1-12 to 3-6. However, again the frailties in the losers’ defence saw them concede a second goal to Cormac Power, their fourth overall in the first moiety, to register a scoreline that looked very much like an end of match tally at 4-6 to 1-12 as the teams entered the dressing rooms. There were only so many times that St. Cathage’s could respond to major scores and in fairness to them, they did so once more when Harry

Ruddle converted a 31st minute penalty after David Dawson was upended. Jack Prendergast 0-3 (1f) and Sam Ryan struck over points between the 34th and the 39th minutes to amazingly leave them just 0-2 in arrears at 5-6 to 1-16 after conceding five major scores in just 40 minutes. The gallant efforts of Catherines had taken their toll though, they didn’t score for the remainder of the match and a dominant ‘Gunners went on to score a further 1-8 to deservingly win a place in the county final. Harry Ruddle made it three of the champions’ team hitting two goals each when he struck green in the 50th minute while sub Alex Molloy impressed with three fine points from play and Daragh Dawson, Cormac Power and Harry Ruddle completed the winners’ impressive finishing tally of six goals and fourteen points. Ballygunner’s strength was obviously in their forward division with five of this sextet scoring plus Alex Molloy on his introduction. They still have some work to do out in the centre of the field and at the back as St. Carthages won plenty scores over the course of the hour. Jack Prendergast and Sam Ryan played outstandingly up front for St. Carthages with under 16 player Iarlath Daly standing out in defence and Aaron Whelan also doing well when put back on David Dawson. Ballygunner’s Top Three:

Harry Ruddle, Cormac Power, David Dawson. St. Carthage’s Top Three: Jack Prendergast, Iarlath Daly, Sam Ryan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Harry Ruddle. Number of Scorers: Ballygunner 6. St. Carthages 4. Scores from Play: Ballygunner 5-11. St. Carthages 1-11. Frees For: Ballygunner 16. St. Carthages 11. Wides: Ballygunner 9. St. Carthages 5. Score of the Match: Michael Mahony’s 8th minute point from play for Ballygunner. Scorers – Ballygunner: Harry Ruddle 2-4 (1-3f), Cormac Power 2-2, David Dawson 2-1, Alex Molloy 0-3, Michael Mahony and Daragh Dawson 0-2 each. St. Carthages: Jack Prendergast 1-10 (5f), Sam Ryan 0-4, Daniel O’Keeffe and Kyle Bennett 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Daragh O’Keeffe; Michael Smyth, Darragh Hogan, Matthew Kiely; Tadhg Foley, Shane O’Kennedy, Nick O’Donoghue; Patrick Leavy, Billy O’Sullivan; Daragh Dawson, Michael Mahony, Harry Ruddle; Cormac Power, David Dawson, Jack Troy. Subs: Conor O’Brien for Daragh Dawson, Alex Molloy for Billy O’Sullivan, Kevin Moloney for Jack Troy, Stephen Jones for Paddy Leavy. St. Carthages: Oisin O’Gorman; Mark Roche, Shane Coughlan, David Prendergast; Rob Crowley, Iarlath Daly, Jeff Howard; Aaron Whelan, David Smith; Jack Prendergast, Finbarr Reaney, Daniel O’Keeffe; Evan Roche, Sam Ryan, Kyle Bennett. Subs: Patrick Foley for Damien Prendergast, Ryan O’Keeffe for David Smith, Damien Prendergast for Daniel O’Keeffe, Joseph Lenihan for Evan Roche. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR ‘B’ HURLING FINAL

Kilrossanty bridges 26 year gap Kilrossanty …………..1-18; Abbeyside …………… 2-8. IN their first year back in hurling action in recent years, Kilrossanty won the Tony Morrissey Memorial Cup for the Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship before a good attendance at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. The winners led by 0-8 to 0-6 at the short whistle and Abbeyside kept in touch with their opponents until the 40th minute before minor player Donal Fitzgerald drove daylight between the teams with a succession of scores to put this contest to bed long before the final whistle. Fitzgerald was a class apart in the second half culminating in his delivery in the 59th minute providing for Pa Whyte’s goal to extend the winners’ lead to 1-18 to 1-8. The scoreline, however, doesn’t do justice to an Abbeyside fifteen that contested this final very well and they made the championship long favourites fight for their title success every inch of the way. The Villagers were just short a few more players to bring this match down to the wire but all concerned can feel proud of their efforts as the third team in the club and they enjoyed a relatively successful championship for their season long efforts. Pa Cunningham opened the scoring for the Comeragh team after just seventeen seconds with Barry Henley levelling matters for the first of four first quarter occasions. Cunningham (f) and Stevie Lanigan traded scores as did Alan Quinn and Owen Young (f) and Paul Keating and Young (f) again before Kilrossanty took a slight grip on the scoreboard. Scores by Pa Cunnigham, Pa Whyte and Paul Keating, the latter with a contender for score of the match, had the Green and Gold ahead by 0-8 to 0-4 while the local team had a goal disallowed for a square infringement in the 18th minute. Abbeyside finished the half strongly though and pointed frees by Owen Young left them just 0-2 in arrears at the short whistle on a scoreline of 0-8 to 0-6. FITZGERALD’S FINAL The second half belonged to minor Donal Fitzgerald, whose accuracy from play and from placed balls and his reading of the game was up there with the best. He pointed 0-6f and a point from play as he dragged his team clear of their opponents in a closely contested encounter up to this. Fitzgerald and Owen Young traded scores by the 38th minute and after Alan Quinn popped over another contender for score of the match, the young wing

Abbeyside: Owen Young 0-6f, Michael Maher and James Beresford 1-0 each, Barry Henley and Steven Lanigan 0-1 each. Kilrossanty: Joey Veale; Jimmy Maher, Conor Hayes, James Whyte; Donal Fitzgerald, Niall Walsh, Stephen Prendergast; Oscar De Paor, Paul Whyte; Pa Whyte, Tommy Prendergast,

Michael Walsh; Paul Keating, Pa Cunningham, Alan Quinn. Subs: Eoin Houlihan for Tommy Prendergast (52), Kenny Houlihan for Jimmy Maher (58), Michael Hassett for James Whyte and Ciaran Keating for Michael Walsh (both 59). Abbeyside: James Pio McGrath; Shane O’Gorman, Denis Byrne, Aonghus O

Raghnaigh; Tony Collins, David Morrissey, Pa Collins; Barry Henley, Joey Mullen; Owen Young, Nicky Dee, James Beresford; Steven Lanigan, Michael Maher, Eoin Brackett. Subs: Jamie Organ for Stevie Lanigan (ht), Kevin Dee for Owen Young (52). Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickey Rangers).

Sunday, September 23rd, 1990 WESTERN JUNIOR ‘B’ HURLING FINAL

Kilrossanty’s historic win

Helena Byrne, The Local Bar (Sponsor) along with Pat Grant, Chairman Western GAA Board presents the Junior B Hurling Cup to Kilrossanty's Captain, Joey Veale. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] back struck five of the next six scores to leave his team in a healthy 51st minute lead of 0-15 to 0-8. Credit Abbeyside, they stopped the winners temporarily in their tracks when Michael Maher, son of Jim who featured on Kilrossanty’s winning team in 1990, drove a free into the country end goal to reduced their deficit to 0-4 at 0-15 to 1-8. However, the winners had the resources to counteract this green flag and points by Donal Fitzgerald (f), Paul Keating and Pa Cunningham restored their 0-7 advantage by the 57th minute. Supporters were treated to two fine goals in the final minutes of play when Pa Whyte finished a Donal Fitzgerald delivery to the town end goal in the 59th minute followed by

a very well taken similar score by Abbeyside’s centre forward James Beresford under pressure and off balance two minutes later. COUNTY DECIDER The Western champions await their Eastern counterparts, which is nearing the end of the Group stages, with neighbours Kilmacthomas the fancy of many to come through and this would make for an interesting county decider. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Western Board Pat Grant had the pleasure of making his first presentation in this role to captain of the Kilrossanty team Joey Veale. The trophy commemorates former treasurer of the County Board, Tony Morrissey.

Kilrossanty’s Top Three: Donal Fitzgerald, Paul Keating, Alan Quinn. Abbeyside’s Top Three: Aonghus O Raghnaigh, Barry Henley, Tony Collins. Observer’s Man of the Match: Donal Fitzgerald. Number of Scorers: Kilrossanty 5. Abbeyside 5. Scores from Play: Kilrossanty 1-10. Abbeyside 1-2. Frees For: Kilrossanty 21. Abbeyside 19. Wides: Kilrossanty 8. Abbeyside 4. Score of the Match: Paul Keating’s 21st minute point from play for Kilrossanty. Scorers – Kilrossanty: Donal Fitzgerald 0-7 (6f), Pa Whyte 1-1, Pa Cunningham 0-4 (2f) Paul Keating 0-3, Alan Quinn 0-2.

Kilrossanty ………. 1-13, Tourin ………………..4-0. IT was a history-making result which saw the famed Comeragh football club take their first adult hurling title when they deservedly defeated Tourin in an entertaining game at the Fraher Field on Saturday evening. This was the final of the Divisional 'B' hurling championship and while the standard might not have measured up to that of other hurling championships, it was played with great earnestness and commitment by both sides. Tourin, over the hour, failed to score a single point, but this in part was due to their eagerness forgoals. They had many near misses. In fact, it was Tourin who opened the scoring when after eight minutes Charlie Barry found the net after some splendid work by Tom Fives and J. D. Leahy, but the extent to which Kilrossanty controlled things for the next 20 minutes was reflected in the fact that they were to take the next nine scores to leave then 0-9 to 1-0 in front, just on a minute

Kilrossanty who beat Abbeyside in the Local Bar sponsored Western Junior B Hurling Final in the Fraher Field.

from half-time. Then, after a melee around the small square, Peter Scanlon found the net for Tourin to leave it 0-9 to 2-0 at the break. A Tom Fives goal minutes after the restart brought the sides level and with Tourin playing with the breeze now it seemed as if they would turn the match around in their favour. However, the next five scores came from Kilrossanty and these included Pierrie Whyte's 37th minute goal. In the 60th minute Peter Scanlon goaled from a 21 yard free, but this was all too late to change the game or the result. Outstanding performances by Pa Walsh at fullback, Jimmy Fraher at centreback and Pat Power on the wing, staved off some spirited Tourin attacks and at centrefield Jimmy Maher was a tower of strength and with Michael Walsh, Pierrie Whyte and others in top form, Kilrossanty richly deserved this title. Tourin fought gallantly and were very well served by John and Tom Fives,

Peter Scanlon, J. D. Leahy, Paul O'Keeffe, Michael Looby who brought off some brilliant saves, etc., but they could not deny the superiority of their opponents here. After the final, Board Chairman, Jimmy O'Gorman presented the very beautiful Dr. James Walsh trophy to Kilrossanty team captain, Pakie Fitzgerald. Scorers – Kilrossanty: J. Maher 0-6, P. Whyte 1-1, J. Power 0-3, J. Burke 0-2, R. Power 0-1; Tourin: P. Scanlon 2-0, C. Barry 1-0, T. Fives 1-0. Kilrossanty: P. Cunningham, B. Kirwan, Pa Walsh, P. Fitzgerald, P. Power, J. Fraher, N. Hayes, J. Maher, Ml. Walsh, G. Fitzgerald, J. Power, P. Whyte, R. Power, J. Burke, N. Power. Sub: Tom Keating for G. Fitzgerald. Tourin: Ml. Looby, P. Leahy, P. O'Keeffe, J. Morrissey, J. Dalton, J. Fives, T. McGrath, T. Fives, J. D. Leahy, G. Bennett, W. Leahy, C. Barry, J. Bennett, P. Scanlon, K. O'Donnell. Subs played: M. Barry, Kevin Wilkinson. Referee: Pat Moore (Abbeyside).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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12 LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Quarter- Final

Shamrocks make a Brickeys oust Ballysaggart second semi-final Shamrocks …………1-13; Tallow …………………2-6. HAVING already qualified for the intermediate semi final in the small ball game, Shamrocks made the last four in the junior football Premier grade with a well deserved 0-4 win over neighbours Tallow in Ballyduff last Saturday evening. Fair dues to Tallow though, when the teams clashed in the Group stages earlier on Shamrocks won by 5-17 to 1-5 but there was no similar scenario this time round. Tallow got the first score, but after a tentative start, Shamrocks finally got into their stride with pointed frees from Bernie Kelleher, and two from play from Colm Roche and John Paul Lucey. Tallow

then added a breakaway goal to level matters before a fine Adam Crawford point closed the half. Tallow began the second half with a goal, but that was cancelled out with fine points from Colm Roche (2), and Bernie Kelleher, before a couple of points put Tallow in front again. Shamrocks then took over and points from John O’Donovan and Bernie Kelleher, along with a fine goal from Paidi Ahearne put the Knockanore men in control. Though Tallow reduced the lead with a couple of points, the winners finished well with points from Colm Roche (2) and Kelleher again to give Na Seamroga a deserved five point win. Shamrocks: Ciarán O’Keeffe,

Brian Harnedy, Tommy O’Donovan, Sean Murphy, J. P. Lucey (0-1), Shane Roche, Cathal Herlihy, Edward Lonergan, Tomás O’Neill, Adam Crawford (0-1), John O’Donovan (0-1), Bernie Kelleher (0-5), Padraig Ahearne (1-0), Colm Roche (0-5), Nat Smith, Alan Kelly, Mike O’Neill, Edward Hynes, Padraig Roche, Edward O’Neill, John A. Kelly. Tallow: William Curley; Alan Curley, Jack Tobin, Kieran Fraser; Kevin Henley, Jordan Henley, Eric Hickey; Michael Curley, Mark O’Brien; David Tobin, James Murray, Donnchadh Mulcahy; Shaun O’Sullivan, David O’Brien, Bob McCarthy. Subs: Stephen Pratt for Bob McCarthy; Jake Neville for David Tobin; Mikey Tobin for Alan Curley; Brian Henley for Kevin Henley. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Ballymacarbry qualifies for Munster B Final with easy win over Brian Borus BALLYMACARBRY are through to this year’s Munster Senior B Ladies Football Final after they overcame the challenge of Tipperary champions Brian Borus at Clonmel on Sunday afternoon. From the first whistle to the last Ballymacarbry were always going to win in this clash and at no point was there any doubt as to how this game was going to finish, with the only thing to be decided was the winning margin for the side that recently won a thirty fifth county senior title in a row recently. The winners had some outstanding performers on the day. They played the hour without Michelle McGrath. For the winners they were served brilliantly by their inter county players. Aileen Wall was magnificent. Michelle and Louise Ryan worked hard, while younger sister Sinead was all over the place kicking 1-3 while at other times she was to be found in her own half of the field helping her defence on the occasions that the Tipperary side did cause them trouble. Karen McGrath was brilliant at centre back and behind her Treasa McGrath who filled in at full back for her name ake Michelle was also outstanding while Lauren Fitzpatrick was always calm between the posts. So good were Ballymacarbry in this game that they were able to withdraw some of their stronger players before the end and those that came in for them were not out of place. The winners had the ball in the Tipperary net within fifteen seconds of the game starting.

The Ballymacarbry centre field pairing won the throw-in and found Aileen Wall who in turn found Sinead Ryan who calmly finished to the net. Lauren Guiry who was dangerous throughout hit the first of her scores on two minutes and four minutes later the Ballymacarbry ladies wearing the colours of The Nire because of a colour clash had the ball in the net once more, this time Aileen Wall finished to the net after she was picked out by Michelle Ryan. Lauren Guiry had another goal chance for Ballymacarbry on eight minutes but her effort went just over the crossbar. Further points from Aileen Wall, Marian Ryan with a hattrick of scores and Eibhlis Cooney followed to give the recently crowned Waterford champions a 2-7 to no score lead with twenty two minutes played. The Tipperary champions kicked their first score of the game on twenty four minutes through Eimear Myles but it was quickly followed with a point from Sinead Ryan which helped her side to go to the dressing rooms with a 2-8 to 0-1 lead. Ballymacarbry had a great start to the second half as Sinead and Michelle Ryan as well as Aileen Wall all kicked early scores to extend their side’s lead to sixteen on thirty three minutes. Sinead Ryan scored again before Eimear Myles hit her second of the game. Marian Ryan followed up with another point for Ballymacarbry after which Lauren Guiry hit the post after some good work by Eibhlis Cooney in the build-up.

A Marian Ryan point was cancelled out with an effort from Trish Hickey after which Amy Sweeney hit her side’s fourth score of the game. Michelle and Marian Ryan followed up with points before Linda Wall pointed on fifty five minutes. With five minutes to play Treasa McGrath was sinbinned for what looked like an accidental collision but it made no difference as this game was well won at this stage. Both sides added a further point each, Cliona O’Dwyer was first to score and deep in stoppage time Becky Hogan burst forward to kick a good score. Ballymacarbry: Lauren Fitzpatrick; Becky Hogan, Treasa McGrath, Laura Mulcahy; Mairead Wall, Karen McGrath, Maeve Ryan; Louise Ryan, Marian Ryan; Aileen Wall, Linda Wall, Eibhlis Cooney; Lauren Guidry, Michelle Ryan, Sinead Ryan. Subs. Kelly Ann Hogan for Laura Mulcahy, Brigitta Valuntaite for Louise Ryan, Michelle O’Gorman for Eibhlis Cooney, Beckie Desmond for Aileen Wall, Sadhbh Hallahan for Michelle Ryan. Scorers: Sinead Ryan 1-3, Marian Ryan 0-5 (2f), Aileen Wall 1-2, Michelle Ryan 0-3, Lauren Guiry 0-2, Eibhlis Cooney, Linda Wall, Becky Hogan 0-1 each. Brian Boris: Nora Noonan; Annette Meaney, Carmel Condon, Nikki Gilmore; Marie Claire Walsh, Laura Morrissey, Claire Walsh; Sinead Norris, Trish Hickey; Cliona O’Dyer, Eimear Myles, Caoimhe Condon; Chloe Lyons, Mairead Morrissey, Amy Sweeney. Subs: Helena Walsh for Marie Claire Walsh, Maureen Murphy for Chloe Lyons, Scorers: Eimear Myles 0-2, Trish Hickey (f), Amy Sweeney, Cliona O’Dwyer 0-1 each. Referee: Jason Mullins (Limerick).

Brickeys ……………. 2-17; Ballysaggart …………2-12. WITH 37 minutes played in the remaining quarter-final of the Western Intermediate hurling championship at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon, Ballysaggart looked good for the win with a six point advantage over the Brickeys on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-7. However, a morale boosting goal by Conor Morrissey two minutes later energised a Brickey comeback and by the 50th minute the Bushy Park team had completed a 0-13 turnaround on a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-11 in their favour. With all the games at the venue over the weekend, the surface wasn’t ideal for hurling and both sets of players were finding it difficult to lift the ball at the first attempt. The first half was an even affair with just 0-1 the difference at the end of the first quarter in favour of the winners and 0-2 keeping them apart at half-time with ‘Saggart to the good this time round. The key first half score was a goal from a free by Shane Bennett in the 16th minute, taken quickly against an unorganised defence while in the latter stages of the half, the usual reliable Brickey free-taker Conor Morrissey was off target with Cormac Curran proving to be a suitable replacement. Ballysaggart’s first half points were scored by Stephen Bennett, Shane Bennett, 0-2 (1f) including the score of the match, Ken Cashel and Eugene O’Brien. Brickeys replied via Conor McGrath, who had his best game for some time, Carthach Barry and four Conor Morrissey pointed frees. Brickeys struck seven first half wides compared to five for Ballysaggart. Mossie Casey’s charges started the second half the brighter and after just 13 seconds, Ronan Walsh extended ‘Saggart’s advantage. Stephen Bennett and the impressive Walsh added further points while Ken Cashell brought a terrific save out of Jamie Kiely in the country end goal inside two

Referee John Condon pictured with team captains Mark Cummins (Brickeys) and Kieran Fennessy (Ballysaggart). minutes of the new half at the expense of a white flag. Ronan Walsh and Cormac Curran (f) traded points and the trend of the scoring at this stage favoured a Ballysaggart win with a handsome lead of 1-10 to 0-7. However, a goal can often turn the tide in a game and this was the case at the Shandon venue when Conor Morrissey struck for green in the 39th minute after a closein free by Cormac Curran came his way and after an earlier Cormac O’Grady super score to open up the contest again at 1-10 to 1-8. Johnny Cooney was outstanding throughout at full back for the Brickeys and he marshalled his defence brilliantly in both halves. The Bennett brothers Shane and Stephen drifted out of the game at this stage and the Brickeys moved up a gear to level matters at 1-11 each by the 43rd minute thanks to 0-2 (1f) by Cormac Curran including a goal chance and a contender for score of the match by Conor McGrath with the tireless Eugene O’Brien providing ‘Saggart’s sole response. The troublesome full forward Cormac Curran was being constantly fouled in

front of goal and he popped over two points with Conor Morrissey also contributing to put their team in the driving seat by the 46th minute on a score of 1-14 to 1-11. The game’s defining score arrived in the 50th minute and a gem of a goal it was too. Cormac O’Grady had the opportunity of a point but he spotted Cormac Curran all on his own in front of goal and no better man to finish to the net than the former All- Ireland minor medal winner, 2-15 to 1-11. Ballysaggart were in disarray at this point as Shane Bennett picked up a second yellow card and brother Stephen was very fortunate not to follow suit. ‘Saggart came with a late flourish when a lengthy Darren Mulcahy delivery from a free was finished to the net by Stephen Bennett in the 55th minute with a distinct look of a square ball about it while after a further scoreless five minutes, Bennet fired over a pointed free to leave just one puck of the ball the difference at 2-15 to 2-12 with the announced three minutes of added time beginning. ‘Saggart’s Barry Murphy was redcarded in the 61st minute while Conor Morrissey cleverly put 0-4

Pictured at the Fraher Field prior to the Brickeys v Ballysaggart IHC quarter-final last Sunday were Christopher Phelan, Wayne and Ella Hennessy.

between the sides when he could have gone for goal. Cormac Curran finished the scoring from a placed ball in the 63rd minute after which he finished the game rugby style when he belted the sliotar over the sideline with the final puck of the match. Brickey trainer Anthony Kirwan continues to improve his charges’ hurling but they will face a tough assignment against Modeligo in the semifinal while Ballysaggart enjoyed a relatively good year before exiting what is the most competitive championship on the Western Board calendar. Brickey’s Top Three: Johnny Cooney, Cormac Curran, Conor Morrissey. Ballysaggart’s Top Three: Ronan Walsh, Eugene O’Brien, Darren Meagher. Observer’s Man of the Match: Johnny Cooney. Number of Scorers: Brickeys 5. Ballysaggart 5. Scores from Play: Brickeys 2-10. Ballysaggart 1-11. Frees For: Brickeys 13. Ballysaggart 11. Wides: Brickeys 9. Ballysaggart 6. Score of the Match: Shane Bennett’s individually worked point for Ballysaggart in the 5th minute. Scorers – Brickeys: Cormac Curran 1-6 (3f), Conor Morrissey 1-6 (4f), Conor McGrath and Carthach Barry 0-2 each, Cormac O’Grady 0-1. Ballysaggart: Stephen Bennett 1-3 (1f), Shane Bennett 1-2 (1-1f), Ronan Walsh 0-3, Ken Cashell and Eugene O’Brien 0-2 each. Brickeys: Jamie Kiely; Shane McGrath, Johnny Cooney, Diarmuid Tobin; Shane Nugent, Mark Cummins, Conor Phelan; Tommy Lynch, Cathal Curran; Darragh Tobin, Conor McGrath, Cormac O’Grady; Carthach Barry, Cormac Curran, Conor Morrissey. Subs: John Morrissey for Tommy Lynch (48), Carthach Shalloe for Conor Phelan (58), Mark Scanlon for Darragh Duggan (61). Ballysaggart: Matty Meagher; Cailean O’Gorman, Kieran Fennessy, Jack Roche, Barry Murphy, Darren Meagher, Sam Ryan; Shane Bennett, Kieran Bennett; Eugene O’Brien, Stephen Bennett, Christy Murphy; Ronan Walsh, Ken Cashell, Michael Ryan. Subs: Seamus Clancy for Sam Ryan (44). Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

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Gaelic Jottings Western Junior Hurling Final this Sunday ALL roads lead to the Fraher Field this Sunday at 3 p.m. for the Local Bar Western Junior hurling final between reigning champions St. Mary’s from Touraneena and last year’s Intermediate relegated side Tourin. Both teams haven’t met in the championship this year and the word is that the last time they crossed hurleys was back in the 1970’s. This is a novel pairing so and St. Mary’s hold the mantle of favouritism as reigning champions, their form to date and especially if both Darragh and Shane Fives are out through injury for Tourin. Both County players are a huge loss to the club’s attempt to return to the higher grade at the first time of asking while overall St. Mary’s look to be the better balanced fifteen. It should be a game well worth a visit and one sure to attract a large attendance to the Shandon venue.

Intermediate Hurling Semi-Finals Saturday, Octoer 8th: Modeligo v Brickeys in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. Sunday, October 9th: Lismore v Shamrocks in Fraher Field at 1.30pm. The finalists will be known in this year’s Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate hurling final come Sunday afternoon as the business end of the championship year is well and truly underway. It will be more than a mild surprise if Modeligo and Lismore don’t qualify for the decider on all known form to date with both Brickeys and Shamrocks attempting to upset the form book. The Intermediate relegation play-off match will see Ardmore favourites to see off Ballinameela this Saturday, October 8th at 6 pm in the Fraher Field but Ballinameela pulled out all the stops last year when they beat Tourin at the same stage and they will believe they can do so again this time round. The other Western Board fixture this weekend is the big ball Group match between Geraldines and Ballysaggart in Aglish this Saturday, October 8th at 3 p.m.

Lights Out THE failure of the lights at the Fraher Field last Sunday night robbed local Gaels of the final quarter of the senior hurling championship quarter final game between Abbeyside and Ballygunner. On another occasion one might not give this a second thought but on Sunday last the local side had not only the county championship favourites on the wrack but the heirs in waiting for Na Piarsaigh’s vacant Munster crown with an ambition to go all the way on St. Patrick’s Day in Croke Park. Though the result was not a foregone conclusion, it was the cruellest of luck on the Villagers who were hurling out of their skin and with fifteen minutes to go one of the greatest shocks in Waterford hurling history was certainly a distinct possibility. The fault was due to an electrical panel blowing in the generator as discovered on Monday morning. The generator is serviced regularly and there has never been any trouble with the lighting system at the field since they were installed four years ago.

Hooli Long Puck Presentation. The Houlihan family and friends presents a cheque for £14,500 to Damian Ruddy of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust at the Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds last Saturday afternoon.

tion to stop De La Salle in their tracks last Sunday in Walsh Park and they well deserved a second bite of the cherry. ‘Salle will be fancied by many to advance at the second time of trying but this, in our own opinion, will be a trademark 50/50 game.

Minor Hurling County Final Saturday, 8th October, 2016 at 2:30 pm in Walsh Park REIGNING champions Ballygunner will put their title on the line against city rival DLS this Saturday in the Division 1 final which will see the two best teams in the grade this year go head to head. Earlier in the championship DLS earned favouritism to win out but the ’Gunners have impressed in recent outings and this is a match that can go down to the very threads of the wire. When the teams met in the Group stages in Gracedieu last July 26th, DLS came out on top by 3-14 to 1-14. JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Division 2 Championship (Final): Roanmore v Ballyduff Upper This final was due to be played at the Fraher Field last Monday evening but it was postponed due to the failure of the lighting system there at present. JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Division 3 Championship (Semi-Finals): Wednesday, 5th October 2016 at 7.30 pm in Fraher Field. Cappoquin v St. Mary’s. Thursday, 6th October 2016 at 7.30 pm in Lemybrien: St. Mollerans v Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg If the lights are back in action at the Fraher Field by today Wednesday, St. Mary’s will be slight favourites to advance to the Division 3 County final as will Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg the following night in Leamybrien against Carrigbeg side St. Mollerans.

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Sunday, 9th October 2016 at 2 pm in Walsh Park: De La Salle v Mount Sion Sunday, 9th October 2016 in Fraher Field: Ballygunner v Abbeyside at 5 pm - FREE ENTRY The big question on everybody’s lips is: can Abbeyside repeat their outstanding display of last Sunday against the ’Gunners who are now aware of the threat to their crown from the Villagers? We have always maintained that the local team is one of the few that can give Ballygunner a game of it in recent times and if team management can get the players’ heads right for the ‘replay’ then there is no reason why they cannot put it up to the favourites once again. It would be brilliant for the game in the locality if both Abbeyside and Dungarvan made the semi-finals and indeed were drawn against one another to set up exciting times on both sides of the bridge. Mount Sion drew on all their championship tradi-

€10,000 John Caulfield c/o M. Murphy Roanmore €2,000 Paddy Doyle, Knock Stradbally €1,000 Stephen Enright c/o P Hurney Abbeyside/Ballinacourty €500 Bill/Majella Vaughan, Kilsheelan Rathgormack €200 each: Shane McCarthy, Watergrasshill. Tallow; Tadgh Cosgrove, Mount Odell, Brickeys; John Barry, Glencairn, Ballyduff Upper; Colm Geary, Madrid, Tallow; Bgt Furlong, Kilmacleague, Gaultier; Alison O'Brien, Ballingarry, Kill; John Dunne, Pickardstown, Tramore; Vinnie O'Brien c/o Declan Sheridan, Geraldines; Karen Butler, Rathmines, Waterford Supporters; Agnes Kirwan, Adramone, Abbeyside/Ballinacourty; Donie Carroll, The Village, Kill; Tom O'Halloran, Butcher, Kilmacthomas, Kill; Ml Queally, Carrickphilip, Kill; Clive Power c/o Josie Evans, Mount Sion; Sharon Moore, Munsboro, Clonea.

€100 each: Anthony Ryan, Al Eile Stud, Kilgobinet; Anna Beresford, Ballinaclash, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg; Mary Delahunty c/o Josie Evans, Mount Sion; Seamus McGrath, Knockmealmore, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg; Pat/Chrissie Denn, Ballykerrin, Modeligo; Ciara Walsh, Lissarow, Ardmore; Sheila O'Keeffe, Larchville, Naomh Pol; Derry Twomey, Park Hotel, Ballinameela; Niamh Terry, An Sean Pobal, Old Parish; Margaret Fraher, Shanbally, Cappoquin/Affane. Specials: Pat Grant, Fourmilewater; Gary Whelan, John Mitchels. NEXT DRAW: Melleray on October 28th.

Hooli Long Puck Raises €14,500 A PRESENTATION of the proceeds from the Hooli Long Puck which was held last July in the Dungarvan club grounds was presented to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust last Saturday afternoon. Accepting the money on behalf of the Foundation, Damian Ruddy, who had made the long journey from Warrenpoint, stated that 214 bodies have been repatriated since 2013. He stated that it was the character, generosity and willingness to help others by people all over the country that has enabled the foundation to help so many grieving families and to make the foundation one of the most unique organisations which he believed could only be achieved in Ireland. On behalf of the local Hooli Long Puck group, Michael O’Halloran thanked everybody for helping to organise the event and for the huge amount collected through the generosity of those who participated in it and those who supported the associated auction in Lawlors Hotel. He continued that the event was a fitting tribute to David and on behalf of his close friends, the Houlihan family in Pinewood, Michael thanked everybody for their involvement. The Hooli Long Puck will be held again in 2017.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Western Intermediate hurling championship semi final game between Ardmore and Cappoquin on Sunday, August 14th at the Fraher Field. ‘’Ardmore Advance To Semi Final.’’ Ardmore 3-15; Cappoquin 4-6.

Scór Na Seachtaine SHANE Bennett’s individually worked point for Ballysaggart in the 5th minute of their western intermediate hurling championship quarter-final against Brickeys at the Fraher Field.

Mental Health Awareness GAA Clubs, we are in a unique position as they can have such a positive affect on club members mental health. As every club focuses on pre-season training for prehabilitation/fitness/technique work, in season training to make sure players/athletes reach their potential and physiotherapy and recovery when injured, clubs also need to do the same for mental health to support players, parents, supporters and committee members. As a result, WSP have co-ordinated a FREE seminar for all sports on Monday, 10th October at WIT Sports Arena from 6.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. but pre booking is essential. If you would like to book places on the seminar for your club members, please email the names, phone numbers and addresses and more information can be viewed at http://waterfordsportspartnership.blogspot.ie/201 6/09/minding-your-mental-health-seminar-now.html

Parking at the Fraher Field WITH the knockout stages of the championship attracting bigger attendances to the Fraher Field, it has come to our attention once more that some patrons are parking in the spaces reserved for those with disabilities and in front of the ambulance gates. This is a serious issue and consideration is required in this matter by those responsible. A car was removed by the Gardai recently for causing an obstruction on a footpath near Glanbia and once again it is not too much to ask to show consideration for others and to arrive at the venue earlier where there is ample room for parking.

Death of Ballinacourty’s Johnny Hogan THE Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Club bade farewell to one of their most outstanding hurlers and footballers of the 1950’s and 60’s last week with the regretted death of Johnny Hogan from Ballinacourty. The Hogan family has always been associated with Gaelic Games in the Parish over the years and Johnny was a very successful exponent of both codes for his club. He won county minor football medals in 1950 and ’51 when the club was known as St. Augustine’s, captaining the latter side to victory against Na Brianaigh at the Fraher Field by 1-5 to 1-0. Johnny Hogan played for Abbeyside in the County senior hurling finals of 1955, ’57 and 1964, captaining the latter two teams while he was on the Ballinacourty Intermediate football team that promoted the club to senior ranks for the first time in 1965. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Hogan family on their sad loss.

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From The Files of the Dungarvan Observer Saturday, 28th September, 1996. COUNTY SENIOR HURLING FINAL

Sixth County title for Ballygunner Ballygunner 3-14; Lismore 1-14. DEFENDING County Senior Hurling champions Ballygunner came with a late surge in the final eight minutes of last Sunday’s thrilling County Final played before an attendance in excess of 5,000 at the Fraher Field, Dungarvan, to finally kill off the spirited challenge of Lismore who had gone two points up in the 52nd minute through a Paul Quinn goal, 1-14 to 2-9. It was then that the pre-match favourites Ballygunner proved their mettle as they struck over five points without reply to go three points clear by the 57th minute, 2-14 to 1-14. Then came the score which wrapped up their third title in the ‘nineties and their sixth in all, as Paul Flynn, with a small piece of space, failed to lift the sliotar. But he recovered to flick it out to the unmarked Mick O’Mahony who shot for goal and Tony Carroll whipped first time on the edge of the square with the ball ending in the net unhindered with just 60 minutes played and that was that, 3-14 to 1-14. The ’Gunners had finally overcome Lismore’s great effort to clinch the title. That Ballygunner are worthy County champions cannot be disputed as a spirited

Lismore side really put it up to them. Lismore led for long periods of an absorbing encounter which provided great entertainment for the huge crowd. Gate receipts: £15,125. Ballygunner will now carry with them the best wishes of all hurling supporters for the upcoming Munster Club Championship in which the ’Gunners are most certainly capable of doing very well in. Lismore raised their game considerably on their semi-final showing and their loyal supporters can have no complaints in that respect. While their excellent spirited effort has to be evaluated in the context of the unavailability to them of Dave Barry and Michael Hickey and the enforced withdrawal of wing back Brendan Crowley with a leg injury in the final quarter. Ballygunner Scorers: M. O’Mahony 3-4, T. Carroll 0-2, P. Flynn 0-5, D. Codd 0-3. Lismore Scorers: P. Quinn 1-1, D. Shanahan 0-4, S. Daly 0-3, B. Prendergast and D. Bennett each, K. O’Gorman and P. Prendergast 0-1 each. Ballygunner: R. Whitty; C. Lapthorne, N. Warren, D. Lapthorne; S. Frampton, F. Hartley, R. O’Sullivan; L. Whitty, P. Power; B. O’Sullivan, D. Codd, T. Carroll; M. O’Mahony, D. O’Sullivan, P. Flynn. Sub: C. Sweeney for D. O’Sullivan. Lismore: B. Landers; Michael O’Sullivan, J. O’Connor, Mark O’Sullivan; B. Crowley, S. Prendergast, B. Ormonde; P. Prendergast, K. O’Gorman; D. Shanahan, D. Ormonde, D. Bennett; P. Quinn, S. Daly, B. Prendergast. Subs: A. Dunne for D. Ormonde; O. Bennett for B. Crowley; A. Whelan for B. Ormonde. Referee, Pat Moore, was always well up with the play and kept a tight grip on the exchanges from the outset.

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Teams of Twenty Years Ago COUNTY MINOR ‘B’ HURLING FINAL CLONEA TAKE MINOR ‘B’ CROWN Championship: County Minor ‘B’ Hurling Championship Final. Venue: Fraher Field. Date: Sunday, 22nd September, 1996. Opposition: Ardmore. Half-time score: Ardmore 3-3; Clonea 2-5. Full-time score: Clonea 3-7; Ardmore 3-5. Referee: D. O’Leary (Erin’s Own). Clonea Team: Tony Power; Conor Tuohy, Gerdy Power, Paul Power; Victor O’Shea, Willie O’Brien, Kenneth O’Reilly; Frannie Halpin, Richard Kennedy, John Dee; Stephen Hunt, Maurice Maye, Derek Whelan. Clonea Scorers: M. Maye 1-2, D. Whelan 1-1, S. Hunt 1-0, J. Dee 0-2, K. O’Reilly and F. Halpin 0-1 each.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 10 Forecasts. 6 Correct. 4 Incorrect. Success Rate: 60% . This Week’s Forecasts: SHC QF: De La Salle v (Mt. Sion), Ballygunner v (Abbeyside). County Minor Hurling Final Division 1: De La Salle v (Ballygunner). County Minor Hurling Semi-Finals Division 3: St. Marys v (Cappoquin), Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v (St. Mollerans). West IHC: Lismore v (Shamrocks), Ardmore v (Ballinameela), Modeligo v (Brickeys). West JH’A’F: St. Mary’s v (Tourin). West JFIA: Ballysaggart v (Geraldines). To Date: 445 Forecasts. 295 Correct. 150 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.3%.

Western Board Fixtures SATURDAY, 8th OCTOBER Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached – Ballysaggart v. Geraldines at 3.00 p.m. in Aglish. Comeragh Intermediate Hurling Relegation Play-Off – Ballinameela v. Ardmore in Fraher Field at 6.00 p.m. Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Semi-

Final – Modeligo v. Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. SUNDAY, 9th OCTOBER Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling SemiFinal – Lismore v. Shamrocks in Fraher Field at 1.30 p.m. The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Final – St. Marys v. Tourin in Fraher Field at 3.00 p.m.

Abbeyside ladies football team who were runners-up in the All-Ireland Club 7s recently in Dublin recently.

Abbeyside's excellent performance in the All-Ireland Club 7's recently ABBEYSIDE Ladies travelled to St. Sylvester’s GAA grounds in Malahide last Saturday week to take part in the AllIreland Intermediate Club 7’s Tournament. After 2½ hours of football in virtually continuous wind and rain the Abbeyside Ladies faced off against Moycullen of Galway in the All-Ireland Intermediate Final. Despite a tremendous effort by the girls they lost to the Galway Champions on a score-line of 3-9 to 1-5. Abbeyside kicked-off their tournament earlier in the morning with a narrow two point win over Limerick Senior Champions Ballylanders in the first round.

In the second round Abbeyside overcame Barna of Galway. Tyrone Intermediate Champions Ardboe were Abbeyside’s third round opponents, winning a tremendously fast match after a titanic effort by five points. A win over Navan O’Mahoney’s of Meath in the fourth round, saw the Abbeyside Ladies into the Cup Semi-Final, with four wins out of four. Abbeyside’s semi-final opponents were Wicklow Senior Champions, and 2015 All- Ireland Intermediate 7’s Champions Baltinglass, who had also come through their group without losing a game. The Abbeyside girls produced their

best performance of the day in dethroning the Champions. Leading 1-6 to 1-2 at half-time the Abbeyside girls never let up winning on a full time score line of 1-15 to 1-5. LGFA President, Marie Hickey presented the runners-up trophy to Abbeyside captain Siobhain Murray. A special word of thanks to our supporters who endured the wind and rain and kept us supplied with food and especially Aisling Tobin for all her help on the day. Abbeyside Panel: S. Murray (c), A. Jordan, C. McCarthy, D. Hayes, F. Morrissey, C. McGrath, M. Dunford, R. Tobin, S. Morrissey, S. Brackett, N. Looby.

National Student Bursaries Scheme 2016/2017 THE GAA have again reiterated their commitment to the ongoing educational development of its players and members by announcing details of the 2016/2017 GAA National Student Bursary scheme. Now in its tenth year, the scheme is open to members of the Association who are attending a full-time Higher Education course (except those who hold another GAArelated or college scholarship/bursary) and who are active participants in their Higher Education club; to

date the GAA has invested close to €2 million in the eight years that its Bursary Schemes have been in existence. The schemes are administered by the respective Provincial Councils and recipients will again be selected based on a range of criteria, including their playing, coaching or administrative commitments to the GAA. A number of awards in each Province will be reserved for those excelling in the areas of coaching and administration.

Applications for the scheme will be considered by a sub-committee in each Province; each bursary granted will be for €750 in Munster, Leinster and Connacht (Ulster Amount TBC). Further information and application forms for this year’s scheme are available to download from www.gaa.ie, the various GAA Provincial Council websites and offices and from the Higher Education Colleges website http://he.gaa.ie/.

Students should apply using the relevant application form to the Provincial Council of their home GAA Club. All completed forms should be returned to the relevant Provincial Council and the closing dates for applications is Friday, October 7th. Senior Inter-County players who were on their County’s Senior Panel in 2016 should apply for Bursaries via the Gaelic Players Association; further information at www.gaelicplayers.com.

Western Board Results THE Local Bar Junior B Hurling Final – Abbeyside 2-8, Kilrossanty 1-18. Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling QuarterFinal – Lismore 4-12, Stradbally 1-14; Ballysaggart 2-12, Brickey Rangers 2-17. Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Championship – Shamrocks 1-13, Tallow 2-6.

Gavin Whelan (Co. Bord na nÓg) presenting the trophy for the U-14 Division 3 Co. Hurling Championship, sponsored by Waterford GAA Supporters Club - Dublin Branch to St. Molleran's captain Zac Harris after his team’s win over Naomh Bríd in the Final at Fraher Field. Included is Billy Devine (Chairman Co. Bord na nÓg). [Rory Wyley]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Crotty’s Bar where the jackpot is €2,200 as on Sunday night Louise and Kevin were drawn out of the drum but didn’t manage to find the Joker so they win €50. Paul Lennon and Kieran O’Connor won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers. Tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar,Abbeyside Post Office and Crottys Corner Bar. SENIOR HURLING On Sunday night last we took on Ballygunner in the quarter final of the Senior Hurling Championship. Playing our best hurling of the year the team led by a goal with 15 minutes to go, only for the pitch to be plunged into darkness as the floodlights failed. Unfortunately, it wasn’t possible to get them up and running again and the game was abandoned by the match referee. Hopefully we can repeat our performance this Sunday evening for the re fixture in Fraher Field at 5 pm Team: S. ENRIGHT, M. POWER, E. COLLLINS, B. LOOBY, J. O’MAHONEY, C. PRUNTY, S. O’DONOVAN, D. COLLINS, J. HURNEY, P. HURNEY, N. MONTGOMERY, M. O’HALLORAN, M. FERNCOMBE, G. HURNEY, S. DALY.

JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior B hurling team travelled to Fraher Field on Friday night last to take on Kilrossanty in the Western Final of the Championship. Our opponents were warm favourites to win the title but the Abbeyside team played with wonderful spirit and no little skill on the night to stick with Kilrossanty right up to the full time whistle, but at the end it was Kilrossanty who emerged victorious and we wish them the very best of luck in County Final. We would like to thank all of the players and selectors for the commitment they showed throughout the year, and they were a credit to the club and indeed the late Mick Collins, who put so much hard work into the Junior B team over the last number of years. Team: J. P. McGRATH, A. O RIONNAIGH, D. BYRNE, S. O’GORMAN, T. COLLINS, D. MORRISSEY, P. COLLINS, J. MULLEN, B. HENLEY, N. DEE, J. BERESFORD, E. YOUNG, E. BRACKETT, M. MAHER, S. LANIGAN. Subs: J. ORGAN, K. DEE

PROGRESSIVE 45 The club will be staging a Progressive 45 Card Drive in Minnies Bar on Wednesday October 19th at 9pm. We will have more details on this event in the coming weeks. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night, with a return to the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €700. DEISE DRAW The September draw took place on Friday night last and the club had two winners where Stephen Enright won €1,000 and Agnes Kirwan won €200. JOHNNY HOGAN On behalf of all in the club we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the late Johnny Hogan, Ballinacourty, who passed away recently. The Hogan family have been involved with our club for generations and Johnny wore both of our club jersies and indeed the County jersey with distinction for many years. In 1950 Johnny was on both of the club minor teams who were known as St. Augustines Rovers at the time, where they defeated Na Brianaigh (Dunhill) in the football County Final, but unfortunately lost the hurling final to Na Riasigh. The following year, Johnny led the team to retaining the minor football county title, and they would most certainly have won the county double, only for an exceptional Dungarvan team with the likes of Willie Barron and Tom Cunningham on board, to deny them in the Western Championship. Johnny was selected by both the County Minor Hurling and Football selectors that year and he played on the first Abbeyside Senior Hurling team in the Senior Hurling Championship, where they were defeated by Dungarvan. In 1953 Johnny was on the Abbeyside Senior Hurling team that recorded the club’s first victory in the Senior Hurling Championship, where they defeated Dungarvan. The hurlers continued to improve in the Championship and in 1955 following wins over Dungarvan, Ballyduff and Tourin they qualified for the County Final, where Johnny lined out at corner forward, but they suffered defeat to Mt Sion. Johnny’s performances for the club were catching the eye of the Senior Hurling County Selectors and he was a member of the County panel that contested the 1957 All Ireland final, whilst he captained the club to another County Final appearance, but unfortunately they suffered another defeat to a star studded Mt Sion team. After many years of trying, 1962, finally saw the Ballinacourty Footballers win their first piece of silverware as they defeated Ring in the Western Junior Football league, with Johnny lining out in his usual corner forward position. The county final against Erins Own finished in a draw, with no replay taking place!! Johnny continued to play for the club for the next number of years, and in 1964 he once again

captained the Senior Hurlers to the County Final where again it was Mt Sion who dashed our hopes of claiming a first County title, though the year ended on a high as the team defeated Erins Own to win the Sargent Cup to claim our first ever Senior Hurling trophy. 1965 was another historic year for the club as Ballinacourty Intermediate Footballers defeated Rathgormack in the County Final on a score of 3:09 to 1:00, to secure senior status for the club for the first time. Johnny played for the club for another few years before hanging up his boots in the late 1960s. After he retired Johnny continued to work for the club by serving on the committee for many years and was one of our most loyal supporters lending his support at matches across all grades. Once again we extend our sympathies to his family especially to his wife Joan, sons Brendan and Kieran, daughter Sharon, brothers Thomas and Patrick and sisters Chrissie, Kathleen and Mary. JUVENILE NOTES Under 11: Unfortunately, we had to concede the points to Gauliter on Friday night last as we were unable to field and we couldn't find a date to suit both teams to play the game. Monday evening (3rd) we played the Nire in the final Town and country league match. Full report will be available next week. Academy: Our academy sessions are switching to Friday evenings for the month of October, commencing this Friday, 7th October. The sessions under lights will kick-off from 6.00 p.m. and run until 7.00 p.m. Under-8 & Under-9 Football League: Our eight (8) team league commences on Friday evening next, when two rounds will be played off. The team selections will be announced during the week and will be posted in Abbeyside NS, Scoil Garbhain and Garranbane NS.

Brickey Rangers LOTTO We had no winner of the €5,050 jackpot this week. Numbers Drawn:11, 13, 19, 30. €25 to each of the following: Dk Hickey, Stephen Tutty, Siobhan Gardner & Tadgh and Stephen Power. Next week's draw will be in The Tudour House with a jackpot of €5,200. Tickets are €2 each available from the usual outlets and promoters. COMERAGH OIL INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER-FINAL Brickey Rangers 2-17; Ballysaggart 2-12. Fantastic win for our intermediate hurlers in Fraher Field last Sunday as they came out deserving winners against Ballysaggart on a scoreline of 2-17 to 2-12. Full steam ahead now to the semi-final vs modeligo next Saturday night in Fraher Field, throw-in 7:30. Get out and support our lads. LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS APPEAL The Lions' Inter-Club Table quiz takes place this Thursday night in Minnies Bar. The quiz commences at 8.30 pm - €10 per person to play. Teams can be made up of 3 or 4 people or alternatively come along on the night and join a group. For more details please contact John Harnedy. OPERATION TRANSFORMATION..... WEEK 3 Wednesday - Work with Kate at 8 p.m. Friday Night 7 p.m. walk from the Sports Centre. We plan to have a three mile and a five mile route. Monday weight-in at 7 p.m. JUVENILE NOTES U-10 training continues each Tuesday at 6 p.m. New players welcome. We have upcoming u-10 matches starting with blitz this Saturday in Ballygunner. U-11 and U-12 football training continues. U12's are due to play The Nire this Friday. Please check our Facebook page to keep updated.

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €10,000 held in Crottys Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 02/10/16. Numbers were 11, 15, 20, 28. €30 won by the following people: Amy Veale, Leamybrien; Brian Henley, Tallow. Seller’s prize of €30 Joe Walsh, Micilins. Next Clotto held in Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night for a Jackpot of €10,100. On duty on the night Kevin Lonergan and Jason Dee. CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €9,900 held in Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 25/09/16. Numbers were 1, 15, 16. €30 won by the following people: Mixie Toomey, Waterford; Darren Mulhearne, Mahon Bridge. Seller’s prize of €30 Harry Quinn, Kealfoun. JUNIOR B HURLING WESTERN FINAL Congratulations to our Junior B hurlers who beat Abbeyside last Friday evening, 30th September in the Fraher Field winning on a scoreline of 1-18 to 2-8, the first Western title at this grade since 2001. We had scores in the opening quarter from Pa

An Ghaeltacht team and mentors after their win over De La Salle in the U-14 Division 2 Co. Hurling Championship Final at Fraher Field. [Rory Wyley]

Cunningham 30 seconds. He followed this with a free in the third minute. An Alan Quinn point in the sixth minute. This was added to by a point from Paul Keating in the tenth minute. Pa Cunningham pointed a ‘65 in the fourteen minute and a free in the fifteenth. Paul Keating scored a point in the twentieth minute which was our last score of the half. Half-time score 0-8 to 0-6. A Pa Cunningham ‘65 opened the scoring in 33rd minute of the second half. Alan Quinn scored a point in the 38th. We increased our intensity and won frees pointed by Donal Fitzgerald 42nd, 44th, 45th and a point from play in 49th and a free on 50th and again on the 53rd minute. Paul Keating pointed on the 54th minute followed by a Pa Cunningham point on the 56th minute. Our goal was scored by Pa Whyte on the 59th minute. Final score: 1-18 to 2-8. On receiving the cup Captain Joey Veale thanked the players for their commitment throughout the year, the selectors and trainers and the supporters who came to all the games. Kilrossanty: Joey Veale (Captain), James Whyte, Conor Hayes, Jim Maher, Stephen Prendergast, Niall Walsh (Vice Captain), Donal Fitzgerald, Paul Whyte, Oscar De Paor, Alan Quinn, Pa Whyte, Paul Keating, Patrick Cunningham, Tommy Prendergast, Michael Walsh. Subs: Eoin Houlihan for Tommy Prendergast; Kenny Houlihan for Jim Maher; Ciaran Keating for Michael Walsh; Michael Hassett for James Whyte Scorers: Pa Cunningham 6 pts (2Fs 2 play (2 ’65s), Alan Quinn 0-2 pts, Paul Keating 0-2 pts. Pa Whyte 1-1. Donal Fitzgerald 0-5 fs (1 from play).

LAST MAN STANDING New competition starts on Saturday, 15th October. MONSTER BINGO Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the monster bingo in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien last Friday evening, 30th September. Our next Monster Bingo will take place on Friday evening, 28th October. O’NEILL’S SHOP ONLINE You can get all your official gear on our O’Neill’s shop online. Order any of our club items. All sizes are catered for from children to adults. Items can be ordered individually and once paid will be shipped directly from O’Neill’s Shop to your home. NIGHT AT THE DOGS We will be hosting a Night at the Dogs on Saturday, 26th November in Kilcohan Park, Waterford. So why not ask family and friends along to an evening that promises to be full of fun for all. Tickets will be on sale leading up to the event. Your support, as always, is greatly appreciated.

Modeligo WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINALS ~ Modeligo vrs. Brickey Rangers~ Saturday, October 8th, in Fraher Field at 7:30 p.m. Referee: Tommy O'Sullivan The weekend's results have left the Intermediate championship at the Semi-final stages and they are now set-up as follows: Modeligo will play Brickey Rangers, while Shamrocks will face Lismore. We are first into action against Brickey Rangers on Saturday night in Fraher Field, with throw-in timed for 7:30 pm, while Lismore and Shamrocks play on Sunday at 1:30 pm. The Brickeys beat a very fancied Ballysaggart side in their quarter-final and will go into this

game confident that they can reach a Western Final. It's going to take another huge effort from all the lads to get a result here and for that reason, they will need as much support as possible on Saturday night to get behind them. Best wishes to Barry, Shane, John, Kenny and all the lads for yet another big game for our club. WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo will face Ballinacourty in the Western semi-finals, while Geraldines play Dungarvan. The details of these games are yet to be confirmed. WATERFORD U-21 HURLERS VISIT MODELIGO SCHOOL There was a special treat for the pupils of Modeligo National School on Monday afternoon as they were visited by members of the AllIreland winning Waterford U-21 Hurling panel. In attendance were Connor Gleeson; Niall Fives; Dermot Ryan and our own clubman, Tom Devine who brought along the Munster and All-Ireland trophies to the delight of all the kids. Huge thanks to the lads for their time spent meeting and greeting the school children and to Eoin Breathnach from Waterford Coaching and Games who accompanied the lads on their visit. HELEN O'BYRNE MEMORIAL WALK The Annual Fundraising Helen O'Byrne Memorial Walk from Melleray to Modeligo took place on Sunday last with funds raised this year going to two deserving charities; Pieta House, Waterford and St. John’s Special School in Dungarvan. Thanks to everyone who came along and took part or helped out in any way. MODELIGO CAMOGIE UNDER 13 DIV.1 COUNTY FINAL VRS. GAULTIER This game was due to be played two weeks ago but was cancelled due to heavy rain that morning. At the time of writing, no official fixture details have been received but it is expected that this game will go ahead on next Saturday morning, October 8th. Details, once confirmed, will be posted on the Modeligo GAA Club Facebook and Twitter pages, so please keep an eye on these during the coming days. UNDER 16 DIV. 2 COUNTY FINAL VERSUS LISMORE Our U16 squad are still awaiting details for their County Final vrs. Lismore which is now to take place on Satuday, October 15th but again, at the time of writing, no time or venue have been arranged for this game. NAOMH BRÍD JUVENILE GAA CLUICHE CEANNAIS CRAOBH IOMÁINT FÉ-14: DIVISION 3 St. Mollerans 4-3; Naomh Bríd 0-10. Hard luck to Naomh Bríd's Under 14's who lost out to a sharper St. Mollerans side in Saturday's County Final. Things didn't work out for the lads on the day but this group has put in a huge amount of work in what has overall, been a good year which saw a Féile title won and a County Final reached. ommerisations to the lads on their defeat here but they can be proud of their efforts in this campaign and well done on your efforts. NA DÉISE LADIES FOOTBALL COUNTY UNDER 13 "B" FINAL: Na Déise 3-3; Kilrossanty-Brickeys 1-5. Na Deise's Under 13's travelled to Lemybrien and played Kilrossanty-Brickeys in this County Final on Saturday morning last, and after a battle between two evenly matched sides it was our own local girls who came away with a very hard earned win. This game was in the balance right up to the

final whistle, with just a point between the sides until a late Na Déise goal sealed the win. Congratulations to each girl on this panel, along with their coaches Tom O'Byrne and Tom O'Brien.

SliabhgCua/St. gCua/ Sliabh St. Mary's Mary's WESTERN FINAL THIS SUNDAY St. Mary’s aim to retain their junior hurling western champion’s status, but they face a tough opposition in Tourin this Sunday in Fraher field. Bridging a 26 year gap in 2015, St. Mary’s are again back in the final. We would ask our loyal supporters to come out and show your ongoing appreciation towards St. Mary’s on Sunday. Players and management have put in enormous effort this year and deserve nothing less. The game has a 3 pm throw-in. We urge you all to wear club colours on the day. We wish all involved the very best of luck. NA DEISE CROWNED CHAMPIONS Our congratulations are extended to Na Deise U-13 footballers who won the Division 2 title over the merged Kilrossanty/Brickey’s side last Saturday morning in Leamybrien. The girls have shown some real potential en route to the title and no doubt will claim many more titles throughout their careers. Well done girls!! COMMISERATIONS NAOMH BRÍD Naomh Bríd U-14 hurlers produced a brave battle last Saturday morning in Fraher Field but unfortunately where beaten by a strong St. Molleran’s side in the division 3 county final. A young and courageous outfit, the Naomh Brid will certainly be focusing on future titles. Hard luck guys!! HURLING WALL Our hurling wall is available for anyone who may want to come along and improve both your accuracy and skills. The hurling wall is available to everyone and we would encourage you to use it. Helmets must be worn at all times and horseplay is forbidden.

John Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We play Bonmahon this Saturday at 2:30 pm in Kill. UNDERAGE We played Ferrybank in a round of the U-12 at home on Tuesday evening. It was a beautiful evening for football and a very exciting game took place. There was nothing between the teams in the first half with our lads leading by 4 points at half-time. Again in the second half it was score for score until nearing the end we netted two goals in quick succession to take the victory 10-4 to 7-5. Well done everyone. We played u-10 v Kilmac away Sunday morning and had a great turn-out of players. A great performance was put in by our lads. Thanks to everyone that attended. Tuesday evening we play Kilmac in u-11 in Fews at 6 p.m. Thursday evening we train at 6:15 pm Friday evening we play St. Mary’s at home again at 6 p.m. Please make sure to arrive on time for games.

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Nire/Fourmilewater COUNTY SENIOR HURLING QUARTER-FINAL Hard luck to our senior hurlers who were defeated 0-17 to 1-12 to Passage in the County quarter-final. Lady luck didn't shine kindly on us but the entire group gave everything for the jersey and the club. They fought right to the final whistle and we are very proud of them. Huge thank you to the players for their efforts this year. Big thank you to manager Benji Whelan. Coach Michael Ryan. Selectors: Ger Peters, Paudie Halpin and Ger Walsh; Physio Declan Spelman. Team Secretary; Jim Fenton and Kitman James Meehan. They have all given a huge commitment and endless hours to training, challenge matches etc in preparation for the championship. We may have come up short but there was no disgrace in losing. Thank you to everyone who came to the matches and supported the team. That support is greatly appreciated BEIDH LA EILE We wish them all the very best of luck in their efforts to win the county senior football title for our sister club The Nire/An Caislean Cunach Abu!! BALLYMACARBRY LADIES FOOTBALL Well done to the ladies football team who defeated Brian Borus 2-18 to 0-5 in the Munster Club Championship last Sunday. FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT No winner. Numbers drawn 15, 16, 17. 2 X €75 winners: Peg Fitzgerald, Oliver O’Hara. Next week’s Jackpot €2,850. 45 CARD RESULTS Joint 1st Eddie and June Cooney, Martin Moore and Christy Skehan. Lucky Tables: Eileen Kelly and Alice Ryan; Michael Nugent and Jim Skehan BALLYMACARBRY TIDY TOWNS Heartiest congratulations to Ballymacarbry Tidy Towns were awarded a bronze medal at last Monday's Tidy Town awards. This is a huge honour for our community and it is great reward for the hard work and dedication of everyone in the Tidy Towns committee, who work very hard 52 weeks of the year to keep our village and surrounding areas looking so splendid. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-11s: Well done to our U-11 footballers who defeated St. Pat’s last Thursday evening. U-10s: Our U-10's had a great win at the Jim Cleary football tournament held by Clonmel óg. The evening started with disappointment as our main goal scorer for this tournament Reece Peters couldn't play due to injury. All the boys agreed that they would do their best to win it for our Captain for the night Reece. They al really played out of their skin tonight to ensure victory. And it must be said that we are proud mentors. To add to this we had our own Pat Walsh awarded the most sporting player of the tournament. Well done Pat and thanks. You and all the boys are a credit to us and your parents. Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Kill Kill BALL ROLL AND FAMILY FUN DAY As promised in last week’s notes we have a full run down on our Fundraising venture last Sunday week in the club grounds. The day kicked off with loads of fun games for all children up to the ages of 14. Their was also the crossbar challenge and a hurling skills challenge to occupy adults and the kids alike. The Mammys race was won by Sinead Murphy, while the chief organiser of the day Fergie Whelan took top honours in the Daddies race. Paul Clooney took the yellow jersey in the closest possible fashion in the 'slow’ bicycle race. A big attraction of the day was the 'test of strength’ and Poncho Power literally held on for dear life to win this one, while young Charlie Herron, Killmurrin, kept all others at bay to win the juvenile section. The centre piece of the field activities was the fancy dress 7-a-side townsland football competition, and after a few fierce battles the Kilmurrin/Boatstrand/Dunnabrattin combination managed by Darren Power just edged it. Our thanks to all for turning out, especially the ladies and the over 50’s and to ref Jack Kiely. It was then onto the road for the Ball Roll where former county star Tony Browne tipped the loader of balls onto the roadway. Down the hill they raced with the helping hand or leg should I say to their conclusion, and when they stopped the first three balls home were those of Peg Kiely’s grandchildren, New Houses, Kill, Pearl O'Brien, Stradbally, and each received €100 for

their troubles. Once again thanks to everyone who helped out on the day, from the ladies on the teas and cakes to those organising the races, to those selling the balls. Everyone put their shoulder to the wheel and there are just too many to thank, bar one man. Fergie Whelan take a bow, you singlehandedly drove this venture on and left no stone unturned in your quest to make it the success that it was. CLUB LOTTO Dunphy’s Bar is where the latest instalment of the club lotto took place last Monday night, 26th Sept. where a jackpot worth €10,000 was on offer. Unfortunately, we had no winner, nor had we any Match 3’s so the two lucky dip prizes went to Aisling Allen, Georgestown, and Hilary Sullivan Snr., Knockaderry. Each received €25 for their troubles. The numbers drawn on this occasion were 12, 13, 17, 23. The next draw is in Kirwan’s Bar where once again that big prize is on offer. ALL-IRELAND FOOTBALL FINAL Like the drawn game the club received four tickets for the football final replay and they were won by the following; Jim Murphy, Sinead Murphy, Emma Gallagher and Brendan Mooney. DEISE DRAW The club’s luck was certainly in at the September Draw in the Mount Sion Centre last Friday night, the 30th. While we didn't win big the quantity certainly made up for it, as we had no less than four winners, with all of them winning €200 each. The winners were Alison O'Brien, Cappagh, Donie Carroll, Kill Village, Tom Halloran, Kilmac, and for the second month running Ml. Ger Queally, Grenan. Well done to all! The October draw is in Melleray. FENOR HURLING Fenor's 'second string’ outfit made their exit from the championship last Friday night in Carrickbeg when Kilmac proved too strong for them in the play-off game in the group stages. Trailing by 0-12 to 1-3 at the break, they kicked on early in the second half to put the game to bed, while all we could muster was one second half point. In the end it finished 2-18 to 1-4. And so that brings the curtain down on the hurling for the year, as this group got eight games, winning four and losing four. Well done to the players and the management for their efforts during the season.

Newtown/ Ballydurn EASTERN JUNIOR A SEMI-FINAL Ballydurn went head-to-head in the Eastern junior A semi-final against Bunmahon on Saturday last in Kill. Ballydurn dominated from start to finish with an early goal from Ger Dunphy setting the tone after some great work by Conor Keane and Shane Behan. Shane Behan then added two goals shortly after to give Ballydurn a significant lead at half-time. Our defence of Nick Halley, Darren Long, Kevin Mulcahy, Niall Flynn, Andy Hubbard and Jack Dunphy all stood firm and any score Bunmahon got was hard earned. In the second half Ballydurn didn't sit back and battled for every ball with Conor Flynn, Paul Cummins and Edmond Rockett breaking up a lot of ball and winning some vital possessions. Richard Kirwan produced some excellent saves to keep bunmahon out of the game. A point from Paddy Dunphy assisted by Luke Foran all but put the game to bed. Mícheal Power, Robert Kent and Sean Cummins were introduced in the second Half and played a important part in keeping Ballydurn’s intensity as high as it was throughout the game. Ballydurn will take on Ballyduff Lower in the eastern final over the next couple of weeks. Final Score: Ballydurn 3-10; Bunmahon 1-6 Well done to everyone involved on an excellent performance and wishing Kevin Mulcahy a speedy recovery after suffering a broken jaw during the game. SPONSORED WALK Ballydurn GAA club are holding a sponsored walk on Saturday next, the 7th October at 11 a.m from Dungarvan to Kilmacthomas along the newly opened Deise Greenway. All participants are asked to meet in Kilmacthomas car park beside the Credit Union at 10:15 am on Saturday morning. Sponsorship cards are available from Katie Crowley: 0871231019; Toni Galvin: (087) 673 7724.

Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning numbers were 1-6-18-25, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Martin Sheehan, Margaret Condon, Rose O'Keeffe, Kay English, M. Sheehan. Next week's jackpot will be €17,550. JFC: Shamrocks 1-13; Tallow 2-5. Shamrocks advanced to the Junior Football semi-finals with a five point win over Tallow in Ballyduff last Saturday. Tallow got the first score, but after a tentative start, Shamrocks finally got into their stride with pointed frees from Bernie

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Nire/Fourmilewater Under 8 and 9 at the 21st Roarmore Charity Hurling Tournament.

Kelleher, and two from play from Colm Roche and John Paul Lucey. Tallow then added a breakaway goal to level matters before a fine Adam Crawford point closed the half. Tallow began the second half with a goal, but that was cancelled out with fine points from Colm (2), and Bernie, before a couple of points put Tallow in front again. Shamrocks then took over and points from John O'Donovan and Bernie, along with a fine goal from Paidi Ahearne put us in control. Paidi also hit the crossar with a fine effort, and though Tallow reduced the lead with a couple of points, we finished well with points from Colm (2) and Bernie to give us a deserved five point win. It wasn't a vintage performance, but the result was the important thing, and we are now into the Western semi-final. Panel; Ciarán O'Keeffe, Brian Harnedy, Tommy O'Donovan, Sean Murphy, J.P.Lucey (0-1), Shane Roche, Cathal Herlihy, Edward Lonergan, Tomás O'Neill, Adam Crawford (0-1), John O'Donovan (0-1), Bernie Kelleher (0-5), Padraig Ahearne (1-0), Colm Roche (0-5), Nat Smith, Alan Kelly, Mike O'Neill, Edward Hynes, Padraig Roche, Edward O'Neill, John A. Kelly.

INTERMEDIATE HURLING SEMI-FINAL After last week's quarter finals, we now know who our semi final opponents will be. We play Lismore this Sunday in Fraher Field at 1.30 pm. I believe the last time we played Lismore's first team in Championship hurling was back in the 70's when Shamrocks were in the Senior Championship. (Incidentally, we won that) Lismore will start as favourites given they are just out of senior ranks, but if we can play to our potential with a full strength team, we can get to a first Western final in twelve years, far too long. Come along on Sunday and give them some support. DAVID CRAWFORD R.I.P. Shamrocks C.L.G. would like to sympathise with committee member Kevin Crawford and his family on the sad passing of his father David last week. David was resident in Knockanore a few years ago, and was well liked in the community. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. The club would also like to send our condolences to former trainer Pat Clancy, Ballynoe, on the death of his father Bertie which took place last week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. WELL DONE PADDY! Congratulations to Paddy Power, Killeenagh, Knockanore, who did the parish proud by coming third in the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore recently in the three furrow, standard, reversible class. Take a bow, Paddy!

Sean Phobal NIGHT AT THE DOGS Bhí sár oíche againn in Eochaill ar an Aoine seo caite ag Rásaí na gcon. Bhí slua breá bailithe, agus bhain gach éinne taithneamh agus spórt as an oíche- roinnt daoine a thanaig as le níos mó airgid acu ná mar a bhí acu ag dul ann agus daoine eile le níos lú! The Night at the Dogs at Youghal Greyhound Track last friday was a tremendous success both as a social event and as a fundraiser for the club. The club would like to thank all who supported the event in the various ways- our sponsors and advertisers and also all who bought tickets for the night. Well done also to the committee who worked so hard over the past few months to ensure that everything was in order. A special mention to three who joined the committee for this venture, Paula French, Tony Tobin and Pat

Langan. Their dedication and enthusiasm were vital in driving on the campaign. AN GHAELTACHT Narbh iontach an scéal é, an lá i ndiaidh rásaí na gcon, áit a léirigh muinntir na h-áite a dtacaíocht do ClG, gur bhuaidh an foireann iománaíochta fe-14 craobh an chonntae amhail is go rabhadar ag gabháil buíochais leo siúd don tacaíocht san agus go deimhin ag léiriú an dea-obair atá ar siúl ag lucht CLG na Gaeltachta. Bhuaidh ár mbuachaillí leis an scór 2-08 in aghaidh 1-05. De La Salle a bhí inár gcoinne. Gaisce é seo don ghrúpa seo agus bhí an míádh orainn an tseachtain roimhe sin nuair a bhuaigh An Pasáiste orainn sa chraobh fé-13 agus gan ach cuilín amháin eadrainn. Comhgáirdeachas libh a bhuachaillí agus le lucht bhur stiúrtha. An Ghaeltacht abú! WESTERN SEMI-FINAL We face Colligan in the semi final and we await a date for this do-or-die game. They beat us convincingly in the league section of the campaign and even though we have improved in the meantime, the same can be said of Colligan.

St. Mary's Juveniles U-16 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Windy and misty Kill greeted Tramore’s hurlers when they made the short journey to take on our U-16's in the Division 2 Quarter-Final last Monday night, 26th September. In a tight and tough encounter we made most of the running in the first half to lead at the break by 10 points to 6. Scores were really hard to come by in the second half as defences were on top. Jack Mulcahy made a couple of good saves in goal, while minor keeper Sean Veale stepped in to make a penalty save. Conor Burns was impressive at midfield while Dara Power was the pick of the forwards as we just about had our noses in front at the final whistle. Final score: St. Mary's 0-13; Tramore 0-10. Next up this coming Saturday is St. Carthages (Lismore/Ballysaggart) in the semi-final, at the Lismore venue. No time as of writing these notes so please check with club officers regarding throw-in. MINOR HURLING Our semi-final encounter with championship favourites Cappoquin is fixed for this Wednesday evening, 5th Oct at 7.30 pm in the Fraher Field. All support would be welcome for the boys in maroon! U-10/8/6'S Last Saturday morning was a busy one for our underage stars. Our 10's were in Tramore, where we had two teams in a football blitz. Our 8's went on a bus to Gaultier, also for a football blitz, while our youngest age group headed to Rathgormack. All groups had a great day with some wins and loses.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet GOLF EVENT Gold Coast Golf Club are holding a special competition to support Kilgobinet GAA club’s fundraising efforts in memory of John ‘Nudie’ Nugent. It will take place on the weekend of 8th and 9th October. The format will be a Three Person Scramble and teams can be gents, ladies or mixed. It is an

open competition so members of other clubs can participate. CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to congratulate Micheál Ryan and Niamh Riordan from Mallow who were married recently wishing them both many years of happiness together. FOOTBALL We still have no confirmed dates for any of our games left in the group stages so keep a eye out on Facebook for updates.

AnGhaeltacht Gaeltacht An IOMÁINT FÉ 16 D’imríodar cluiche ceathrú ceannais an chontae i gcoinne Rodaithe na Brice. Bhí árd taispeántas de iomáint ón nGaeltacht sa chluiche seo le bua iontach. Scór deire 3-16 dtí 1-8. Ar aghaidh leo dtí cluiche leath cheannais an chonntae i gcoinne Clan na nGael ar an Satharn seo chugainn i mBaile an Bhuitléaraigh, am le socrú. Ag súil le slua mór tacaíochta ón gClub! LÁ AN CHLUB Bhí árd lá ag muinntir na Rinne agus an Sean Phobal ag lá an Chlub i bPáirc Uí Shiothcháin ar an Domhnach. Bhí idir cluichí, comórtaisí scileanna, bia agus comhluadar ar an lá. Bhí corn iomána Port Láirge fé 21 Mumhan agus Uile Éireann, corn peile fé 21 iarthar agus chontae, corn iomána fé 14 chonntae, corn Féile 2016 agus corn iomána fé 13 an iarthar ar taispeántas ar an lá. Bhí imreoirí an Chontae ón gClub ag caint leis na páistí ar an lá ag tabhairt spreagadh dóibh. IOMÁINT FÉ 14 Comhghairdeachas mór leis na buachaillí a bhuaigh Craobh an Chonntae i Roinn a 2 ar an Satharn. Cluiche iontach ba ea é seo, críoch iontach don bhliain iontach iomaná dos na leaids bríomhar seo. D’imríodar I gcoinne foireann láidir De La Salle, Scór deireadh 2-8 dtí 1-3 Feisteas na Gaeltachta- má tá suim ag aon duine feisteas a cheannach is féidir é a ordú ó siopa O’Neill’s www.oneills.com/shop-byteam/gaa/ireland/anghaeltacht.html Féilire an Ghaeltacht-tá clár le cluichí ag teacht suas agus amanna traenála ar fáil ar www.anghaeltacht.ie

Stradbally INTERMEDIATE HURLING Hard luck to Intermediate hurlers who lost out to Lismore in quarter-final last Friday night in Fraher Field. Thanks to all the panel of players, Manager - Ollie Costelloe, Selectors – Trevor Costelloe, Robin Aherne and Richard Hickey for all their effort and commitment throughout the year. 50/50 DRAW 50/50 Draw on this Sunday night, please support this draw for pitch development. Last draw, Gail Sanford won €240. Thanks to Gail and all who supported draw. DEISE DRAW Congrats to Paddy Doyle who was the lucky winner of €2,000 last Friday night in the Deise Draw. Best of luck to all ticket holders in the next one and thanks to all who supported this. SPONSORED WALK Our sponsored walk will now take place on Sunday, October 23rd – time to be confirmed. Please support your club by walking or sponsoring someone who is.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH’S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 3, 6, 22, 24. No winner. Consolation prizes: David O'Brien, Paddy Martin, Catherine Cronin, Pat Roche. Promoter: Pat Murphy. Next draw: The Hotel October 10th. Jackpot: €10,800. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around the town. Please support our local lotto. Tickets are €2. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Tallow v. Shamrocks This game was played on Saturday last in Ballyduff at 7.00 p.m. Michael Curley opened the game with a converted free to which the Shamrocks responded with 3 points in-a-row. A clever pass from Fada to Mark hit the roof of the Shamrock net, this left the sides level nearing the half time mark. The final score in this half was a Shamrock point. Half time Tallow 1-1, Shamrocks 0-5. Stephen Pratt, the half time substitute got the first score of the second half, powering home a goal putting Tallow 2 points ahead. As the second half continued Tallow appeared to run out of steam and Shamrocks ran out eventual winners on a scoreline of 2-5 to 1-13. Scorers: S. Pratt 1-2 (2f), M. O'Brien 1-0, D. Mulcahy, J. Murray 0-1 each, M. Curley 0-1f . Tallow: W. Curley, A. Curley, J. Tobin, K. Fraser, K. Henley, J. Henley, E. Hickey, M. Curley, M. O'Brien, D. Tobin, J. Murray, D. Mulcahy, S. O'Sullivan, D. O'Brien, B. McCarthy. Subs: J. Neville, S. Pratt, M. Tobin, B. Henley.

FOUNDATION LEVEL COURSE Anyone interested in completing a Foundation Level Coaching course please contact the club. THANKS PAUL We wish to thank Paul Beecher for taking time out of his hectic schedule to come and speak to the senior hurlers prior to their last championship game. He spoke fantastically and was extremely motivating to all involved. Thanks again Paul. LITTER It has come to our attention that there has been glasses, cans, bottles and other items of rubbish left in the GAA pitch on several occasions of late. These such items are extremely dangerous where there are children playing on a daily basis. We please ask that you refrain from entering the pitch with such items and have some respect for the area by not bringing them in to the pitch. CÓBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn wishes to extend sincere sympathy to Michael Prendergast and family on the death of Mike's nephew, a fire chief, who died tragically in New York last week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Lismore (Kindly Sponsored By EAMONN'S PLACE) CONGRATULATIONS Lismore GAA Club sends best wishes to club member / player John McGrath, Main St. and his bride Laura who got married in Ovens, last Saturday. Wishing you both the very best in your future together. Also, to Pauline Shanahan, Parks Road and her husband Paul Kearney, who got married in St. Carthage's Church last Saturday. The very best of luck is wished for you both for the future together. LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO Lismore GAA Lotto draw was held in the Community Centre on Tuesday evening last, Sept. 27th for a JACKPOT worth €20,000. Numbers drawn on the night for this JACKPOT were 8, 19, 22, 25. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to: John Landers, Nora Walsh, Pamela Stuart, and Francis Geoghegan. Next week's jackpot will again be €20,000. Buy your ticket now. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP Lismore played Stradbally in Fraher field at 8.30 p.m. in the quarter-final of the Intermediate Championship. Four minutes into this game our first score a point came from the stick of Stevie Barry. Then Maurice Shanahan scored shortly afterwards and on 10 minutes the score read Lismore 0-3 pts; Stradbally 0-1. On the 16th minute Jack Prendergast had a shot at goal which was saved by the Stradbally keeper, However, Jack made no mistake next time sliotar came his way and buried it to the back of the net. Score now reading on 26th minutes Lismore 1-6; Stradblly 0-4. Lismore made two changes just before half-time bringing on Peter O’Keeffe and Ronan Landers for Jordan Shanahan and Aaron Whelan. The opening minute of the second half saw Maurice Shanahan score a point. 42 minutes in, Peter O’Keeffe hit Lismore’s second goal to the net. Phil O’Keeffe came on for Brian Bennett. Maurice Shanahan scored a goal from an incoming pass by Jack Prendergast, score now 3-9 to 0-10 pts. Stradbally goaled shortly afterwards. Sean Reaney was replaced by Eoin Bennett on the 55

minutes. Dan Shanahan found the net in the 59th minute again from a pass delivered by Jack Prendergast. Final score read Lismore 4-12; Stradbally 1-14. Scorers on the night for Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 1-6, Jack Prendergast 1-1, Peter O’Keeffe 1-0, Dan Shanahan 1-0, John Prendergast 0-2, Ray Barry 0-1, Stevie Barry 0-1, Phyl O’Keeffe 0-1.

Next match is the semi-final which is on this Sunday coming, October 9th at 1.30 p.m. in Fraher Field against Shamrocks. Your support for the lads would be appreciated.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Lotto draw Tuesday, 27th September: Numbers drawn were 1, 4, 9 and 20. No jackpot winner. €20 weekly winners went to Billy Devine, Colin Keane and Noreen O’Brien. Next Draw Tuesday, October 4th, with the jackpot standing at €10,000. Get your tickets from any GAA Club member. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Our intermediate team met Brickey Rangers in the quarter-final of the Western Intermediate Championship on Sunday afternoon in Fraher Field. Ballysaggart went in at half-time two points up with a goal from Shane Bennett from a free midway through the first half and the points coming from Stephen Bennett, Shane Bennett, Ken Cashel, Eugene O’Brien and Ronan Walsh. The half-time score was 1-5 to 0-6. The second half saw Ballysaggart score another four points scored without reply but for the Brickeys to pile on the pressure with two goals scored within five minutes. In the final-quarter Ballysaggart continued to claw back the Brickeys lead with a goal coming from a long range free from Darren Meagher and points from Ronan Walsh, Stephen Bennett, Ken Cashel, Eugene O’Brien, Kieran Bennett and Shane Bennett but could never bridge the gap and lost out on a final score of 2-12 to 2-17. Team: Matty Meagher, Cailean O’Gorman, Kieran Fennessy, Jack Roche, Sam Ryan, Darren Meagher, Barry Murphy, Kieran Bennett, Shane Bennett, Eugene O’Brien, Stephen Bennett, Christy Murphy, Ronan Walsh, Ken Cashel, Michael Ryan. Sub. used: Seamus Clancy for Sam Ryan.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED On next Saturday, October 8th, our football team face the Geraldines in the football championship in Aglish at 3.00 p.m. Please come along and support.

Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Minor Hurling County Semi-Final V St. Molleran's will be played in Leamybrien on this Thursday evening, October 6th, at 7.30 p.m. Hopefully, one of our key players, Sam Fitzgerald, who suffered a recent finger injury, will be available for selection. Your support would be very much appreciated. We wish the lads the very best of luck. SENIOR FOOTBALL Our final Senior Football Qualifier game V Rathgormack has been postponed and will be rescheduled for a later date. DÉISE DRAW WINNERS Congratulations to Anna Beresford & Seamus McGrath who won €100 each in the Déise Draw. RACE NIGHT The huge effort which was undertaken by the organising committee ensured that our Race Night was a great success and a thoroughly enjoyable night out for all attendees. We recognise and appreciate your commitment which proved very worthwhile. The Tote was ably manned by Brian & Edmond O'Halloran who were kept extremely busy. It was a fun night with lots of excitement as owners urged on their own horse and those who had placed a bet on the Tote were hoping for a successful outcome. The night concluded with words of appreciation and gratitude from club chairman, Tim Bourke. He thanked the main sponsor Panasonic Aquarea in association with O'Rourke Mechanical and Electrical Services and all the other sponsors whose support is greatly appreciated. The club is grateful to those who bought and sold advertisements, those who bought and sold horses, jockeys and trainers, those who sponsored races and those who supported the night in any way. A special word of thanks to Liam Dunne who did trojan work to guarantee a successful night.

Lismore Camogie Club LISMORE GIRLS LOSE OUT FOR FOUR-IN-A-ROW Lismore 1-6; Gaultier 2-11. Lismore Senior Camogie Team lost out in their bid for four in a row of senior championship titles

Ballyduff Upper u-10's who participated at the Bob Stakelum Hurling Tournament in Holycross September 2016.

on Saturday last October 1st when they took on Gaultier Senior camogie team in the senior County final in Carraiganore. Lismore and Gaultier met earlier in the championship when the game ended in a draw. As the Lismore girls were ahead in score difference ended up in the final and had to await the result of the Cappoquin V Gaultier semi-final to determine who were Lismores opponents in the final, this game ende in a comprehensive win for the Gaultier girls. Throw in for the County final was set for a 3.30 pm start and it was Gaultier got on the scoreboard with a point in the second minute, but Lismore’s Nicola Morrissey opened the scoring for them with a point a minute later, but the Gaultier girls were in fine form and were four points to one ahead in the first quarter before Caithriona McGlone scored her side’s second on the fifteenth minute. Gaultier crashed a fine goal to the back of the Lismore net before Lismore started to come into the game and scored three points to one in the next ten minutes, but it was Gaultier who had the last say of the half ending the scoreline of the half Lismore 0-5; Gaultier 1-6. It was Lismore who came out with all guns blazing in the second half and held Gaultier to score one point to Lismore’s 1-1 (goal courtesy of Caithriona McGlone) for the first ten minutes of the half, but the Gaultier girls kept puttting pressure on and pulled away to win the match on the final score of Gaultier 2-11; Lismore 1-6. It was the end of the champions reign for the Lismore girls. A sincere thanks to the panel of girls for all the entertainment that they provided over the year and team manager Brendan Landers and selector Sinead Bennett along with their backroom staff. U-16 COUNTY FINAL The last game of the year for the club is the U-16B final which will take place on Saturday, October 15th V Modeligo time and venue TBC.

Ardmore Ardmore INTERMEDIATE HURLING MATCH Ardmore v. Ballinameela 6.00 p.m. Saturday, 8th October, at Fraher Field. DEISE DRAW We had one winner in the recent draw. Ciara Walsh, Lissarow, won €100. Congratulations. With just two draws left a reminder to all members and promoters to have your accounts up to date. AGM Adult AGM is scheduled for 2nd December, 2016, so anyone willing to take on a role, please let the current officers know as soon as possible. LOTTO RESULTS 3/10/2016 Jackpot not won. Numbers Drawn: 5-20-2226. Winners of €20: Paul McCarthy, c/o Keevers Bar; Ken & Linda, c/o An Tobar; Jimmy O’Mahony, c/o Fleming’s Bar; Larry Looby, c/o Ardmore PO; Lisa Prendergast, c/o Mary Prendergast. Next Draw €8,300 at Kiely’s Cross.

Ballinameela Ballinameela INTERMEDIATE HURLING RELEGATION FINAL Our hurling season culminates this Saturday coming (the 8th) with the IHC relegation final against Ardmore in Fraher Field. Throw-in will be at 6 pm. Having played in the corresponding 2015 fixture, we well know the difference having a vocal backing can make so we appeal to all

Ballinameela supporters to make the short trip and support the lads. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP We currently await notification about our final SFC fixture for the year against Kilrossanty, details will be posted here as soon as they become available.

Tramore Tramore QUISH’S SUPERVALU TRAMORE A big thank you to our club sponsors Quish's for their continued support of all our teams. JUVENILE TRAINING TIMES Monday 6-7 pm U-6-7-8-9 hurling. 7-8.00pm U-13-14 Hurling. Tuesday 6-7.00 pm U-15 Hurling. 7-8.00pm U-11-12 Hurling Wednesday 7-8pm U-11 Football Thursday 6-7 pm U-7-8-9-10 Football. Friday 6-7 pm U-6-7-8-9 hurling 7-8 pm U-1112 Hurling LADIES FOOTBALL U-10, U-12 and U-13 training Saturday Morning from 10 am to 11 am on the astro turf. €2 per session. CAMOGIE Training on Wednesday evenings U-6 to U10: 6 - 7 pm, U-12 & U-14: 7 - 8 pm, U-16, U-18 and Adult: 8 - 9 pm. JUNIOR CAMOGIE COUNTY FINAL Tramore played Ferrybank in the Junior Camogie County Final last Saturday in WIT Carrignore. Full Time score Tramore 1-7; Ferrybank 3-5. Hard luck girls after a very good season. LOTTO The next draw takes place this Wednesday, 5th October, when the Jackpot will be €1,300. There was no winner of the €1,200 Jackpot in lasts weeks draw. The numbers drawn were 4, 13, 14 and 16. Lucky Dip Winners of €40 each were John O'Connor, Meadowbrook, Betty Bowe, Sweetbriar and Kieran Keoghan, Bay View. Tickets €2 each each are on sale in Kelly's Classics, Summerhill and the GAA Club Bar. FITNESS CLASSES Donna Cowman Fitness Classes are in Tramore GAA Hall Monday to Saturday. The classes include Circuits, Pilates, Body Conditioning, AB Blast, Kettle Bells. These are women’s classes at the moment, men’s classes are coming soon. You can contact Donna on 085 1779985 for a timetable or just like her facebook page DC Fitness DEISE DRAW Congratulations to John Dunne, Pickardstown, who won €200 in the September draw. Winners in the Local Members Draw were Denis Douglas, Meadowbrook, Kathleen Byrne, Bay View and Pat Hutchinson, Marine Drive while Sean Brennan won the promoters prize. The next draw takes place in Melleray on Friday, 28th October. Terrific monthly prizes to be won, including the top prize of €10,000. Tickets €10 each can be got from Pat Cullen or Anne Bohan. Thanks to all who support the Deise Draw. ASTROTURF AND HALL Open to Clubs and Children's Parties, for further information, contact our Sports and Social Manager, Charlie Ryan at 086-8232021. CORE PILATES Pilates with Davy Wade on Thursday at 7.30 pm. Price is €5 and all are welcome. BINGO In the Club every Monday at 8 pm. All are welcome.

CARDS Greg Tobin, Charlie Ryan and Noel Cullen beat Eamonn McCormack, Jack O'Brien and Ted Crowley in last week’s final. Cards every Friday at 9.30 pm and all are welcome. Friday draw winners were Josie Connors and Michael Power while recent Bonus Ball winners were Pat Hutchinson and Charlie Ryan & Archie Rellis.

Naomh Chartaigh Chartaigh Naomh Juveniles Juveniles (Lismore/Ballysaggart Juvenile GAA) REMINDER U-16 COUNTY SEMI-FINAL Naomh Chartaigh U-16s play St. Mary's in the County Semi-Final this Saturday at 1.30 p.m. in Lismore GAA field. Your support for the lads would be appreciated on the day.

Melleray Glenrovers WEEKLY LOTTO Week ending Sunday, 2nd October, numbers drawn on the night were: 4, 15, 18 & 20. There was no winner of the €3,500.00 jackpot. Consolation prizes went to Maureen Tobin, Jack Curran and Nora Coffey. Next week's draw will take place in the Cats Bar, Melleray, on Sunday night, 9th October, at 9.00 p.m. for a lotto jackpot of €3,550.00. Many thanks to all those who continue to support our weekly lotto, much appreciated. Hurling for the primary school-going children will take place in Melleray on Thursday night at 6.30 p.m. All welcome to attend, boys and girls. Deise Draw will take place towards the end of this month, date to be confirmed in the coming week. CLOTHES COLLECTION Any items for collection can be dropped off at the Cats Bar, Melleray, on Saturday between 2.00 and 4.00 p.m. Now is the time to declutter to make room for the winter woolies, clothes, curtains, shoes and boots in pairs, etc., all donations greatly received.

Tourin JHC CHAMPIONSHIP This Sunday will see Tourin take on St. Mary’s to see who will be crowned Western JHC champions 2016. Both teams topped their respective groups, and overcame tight semi-finals. The club would like to wish all the players and management team the very best of luck and hopefully we will get the right result. Throw-in for the game is 3 pm and the venue is Fraher Field, hope to see great support as usual. The last time Tourin played St. Mary’s in a Western JHC final was in 1977. The game itself was said to be a highly entertaining encounter with Tourin shading it by a single point (Tourin 48 to St. Mary’s 3-10). LORDS AND LADLES Tourin House, home to the Jameson sisters, was featured on RTE 1’s Lords and Ladles television programme on Sunday last. It brought back a lot of memories for many locals who spent their summers picking raspberries and other work at Tourin House. It is still available on the RTE player if you missed it.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

KCK Athletic Club

County titles for Niamh and Rebecca

St. Molleran's team after their win over Naomh Bríd in the U-14 Division 3 Co. Hurling Championship Final, sponsored by Waterford GAA Supporters Club - Dublin Branch. [Rory Wyley]

Tourin hurling team crowned Western Junior Hurling Champions 1977.

Dungarvan Dungarvan

Affane/Cappoquin Affane/Cappoquin

JUVENILE FLAG DAY The club extends its sincere thanks to everybody who supported our annual Juvenile Flag Day last weekend which proved very successful. Thanks also to all the club members who gave of their time and their efforts to do the collection. SENIOR HURLING Dungarvan 3-23; Roanmore 2-16. Our senior hurlers qualified for our second county senior hurling semifinal in four years in the Fraher Field last Saturday evening. We were lucky in the extreme not to be out of the championship with an inept display all round and a repeat performance will end our championship year next day out. Patrick Curran was our life saver with 0-14 from placed balls and especially his last one in the 64th minute to send the match to extra time. We were a different team as Roanmore tired in extra time and three goals in the space of four minutes by Ryan Donnolly and Patrick Curran (2) put our name into the semi -inal draw.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, What year did Roanmore win their first Waterford county senior hurling title? 2, Who were the last winners of the Cashel Cross Trophy? 3, What is the name of the Sligo county grounds? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Since they last won the Sam Maguire in 1951 Mayo have lost eight finals since 2, Louth last won the Sam Maguire Cup in 1957 3, Erins Own were the first club in Waterford to win nine-in-a-row senior hurling titles. U-16 COUNTY HURLING C'SHIP SEMI-FINAL Cappoquin 2-08; Erins Own-Sacred Heart 2-11 Cappoquin U-16 hurlers took on Erins Own-Sacred Heart at the Sportsfield last Saturday in the County Semi-Final. In a well contested game the city lads shaded the verdict.

Scorers: Dungarvan: Patrick Curran 2-16 (1-16f), Ryan Donnolly 1-1, Gavin Crotty and Colm Curran 0-2 each, Jamie Nagle and Kieran Power 0-1 each. Team: Darren Duggan; Aaron Donnelly, Conor Sheridan, Joe Allen; Darragh Lyons, Kieran Power, Kenny Moore; Eoin Healy, Jamie Nagle; Gavin Crotty. Colm Curran, Liam Ryan; Ryan Donnolly, Patrick Curran, Michael Kiely. Subs: Sean Ryan 0(E.T.), John Curran for Darragh Lyons (inj), Gavin Power for Liam Ryan (inj, 80).

DEISE DRAW Thanks to everybody who supported the club in the September Deise Draw which is a very important fundraiser for us. LOTTO This week’s lotto numbers were 11,14, 17 and 28. There was no winner of the jackpot. Next week’s lotto will be worth €5,200. There were two winners of the ‘Match 3’ worth €100. Next Week’s ‘Match 3’ is worth €200. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto. Remember, you can do the lotto on your phone now. Lotto tickets can also be purchased in the Country Store, Hallahan’s Chemist, Quealy’s Bar, John Walsh Spar, Paddy Foley’s Bar, Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg and Graham Nagle’s Golf Shop. HOOLI LONG PUCK RAISES €14,500 A presentation of the proceeds from the Hooli Long Puck which was held last July in the club grounds was presented to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust last Saturday afternoon. Accepting the money on behalf of the Foundation, Damian Ruddy, who had made the long journey from Warrenpoint, stated that 214 bodies have been repatriated since 2013. He stated that it was the character, generosity and willingness to help others by people all over the country that has enabled the foundation to help so many grieving families and to make the foundation one of the most unique organisations which he believed could only be achieved in Ireland. On behalf of the local Hooli Long Puck group, Michael O’Halloran thanked everybody for helping to organise the event and for the huge amount collected through the generosity of those who participated in it and those who supported the associated auction in Lawlors Hotel. He continued that the event was a fitting tribute to David and on behalf of his close friends, the Houlihan family in Pinewood, Michael thanked eveyrbody for their involvement. The Hooli Long Puck will be held again in 2017. CLUB HISTORY Tom Halpin captained our County Intermediate Football title winning team in 1985, beating Killure/ Ballytruckle by 4-9 to 1-4. SYMPATHY The club extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Mrs Esther O’Shea, Caseyville who died last weekend.

Cappoquin Panel: Graham Lyons, Cian Murphy, Matt Meaney, Tiernan Cullinane, Jordan Kearney, Evan Murray, Gavin Fives, Ciaran Power, Tom Troy, Luke O’Rourke, Jamal Casey, Rory Heffernan, PJ Kiely, DJ Reddy, Adam Burke.

CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, OCT. 3rd Jackpot €14,700. No winner. Numbers drawn: 9, 20, 25, 26. Consolation winners €20: John & Stephanie Coughlan, Lacken; Micheal Cahill, Main St.; Michael Landers, c/o Noel Landers; The Power boys, The Cats; Martin & Marie Gallagher, c/o Hilda Curran. COUNTY MINOR HURLING SEMI-FINAL Wednesday, 5th October 2016 at 7:30 pm in Fraher Field Cappoquin v St. Marys in the Fraher Field. SENIOR HURLING Cappoquin senior hurlers travelled to Walsh Park, Waterford last Sunday to take on Portlaw in a relegation play-off. (Full match report in Sports Section). In a tense encounter where the lads did not get the rub of the green they lost out by two points 0-18 to 1-17. This was a championship where we could have just as easily being contesting a quarter final last Sunday with a bit of luck and a bigger squad, the loss of Shane O’Rourke and Jack Mangan through injury and a few players who were unavailable for various reasons was immense and almost impossible for a club with a small playing base to sustain. In a year where our side often played some outstanding hurling in an overstretched playing season our players deserve great credit for putting life on hold and giving us some tremendous performances all year also a big thanks to Manager Duck trainer Mark Prendergast and all their backroom team who put in so much time and effort all season to progress the club.

THE opening round of the County Cross Country championships kicked off in perfect fashion last Sunday as sunshine greeted everyone at the St. Augustine's venue. Athletes from right across the county lined out in what was a very attended championships, with numbers up on previous years. For KCK, it was a very pleasing day with the club having a great turnout of athletes who took home many a medal and great performance. COUNTY HONOURS FOR NIAMH MCGRATH One of the stars on the day for KCK was young Niamh McGrath in the girls under 8 race. In what was the very first race of the day, Niamh was joined on the line by a great contingent from the club. Niamh got off to a great start and at the halfway mark put herself in a perfect position to strike for home, which she did perfectly. In the end Niamh crossed the line a clear winner to take the county title. BRILLIANT BRONZE FOR ABI In the same u-8 race, the team mates all finished very strongly. Indeed Abi Ryan ran a super race to claim her own individual medal, as she crossed the line in 3rd place. In her very first county championships this was another excellent result. TEAM GOLD FOR GIRLS U-8 In what was a perfect first race for the club, KCK took home the team gold medals with some excellent running from Ella Hayes, Lucy Ryan, Neasa Quinn, Aime Ryan and Annabelle Kiely. All girls put in fine performances in their first ever county championships and the future certainly looks bright for this young team. BOYS U-8 TAKE TEAM HONOURS The medals continued to flow in the second race of the day as KCK sent out a team of four made up of Cormac, Eoin, Sean and Peter Murray. The boys all finished very well to secure the team gold medals. Like the girls, it was a great achievement and hopefully will continue into the future. INDIVIDUAL GOLD FOR REBECCA WALSH In the girls U-10 race, a large field of over 40 athletes took to the line with a good KCK contingent present. The field were quickly spread out as Rebecca Walsh took up a very good top 3 position at the half way point. From here to the finish, Rebecca pushed and pushed until she took over the lead and strung out those in her wake. A mighty final last few meters saw her cross the line a convincing

winner and take her first county gold medal, a superb achievement and most well deserved. TEAM SILVER FOR GIRLS U-10 Rebecca was followed home by a very strong club team. Excellent performances from Aine Fitzgerald, Rebecca Murray, Anna Whelan, Amelia Kiely, Aoibheann Ryan, Holly Hayes and Isabelle Lawler ensured the girls of a medal in the team standings. When points were calculated it showed KCK finishing in 2nd place in the team standings, with Waterford AC clinching the gold and Ferrybank the bronze. Well done to all. In the boy’s equivalent, KCK had three fine performances from Senan Devine, Ronan O’Hora and Robert Power. All three boys were racing a year out of their age and crossed the line in 5th, 7th and 23rd place respectively and will no doubt hope to challenge for podium places this weekend in the U-9 category. INDIVIDUAL MEDAL FOR HANNAH McGRATH The girls u-12 race saw over 30 athletes take to the line. For KCK Hannah McGrath and Kayleigh Cass flew the flag and both put in great performances. Hannah, competing a year out of her age threw off the shackles and produced a real strong display to come home in 3rd place to secure a well deserved individual medal. Close behind, Kayleigh showed a great return to racing, coming home in 6th position to round off a strong race for both girls. In the boys U-12 race KCK had three representatives in the form of Colm Barry, Paul Cunningham and Shane Power. Colm led the contingent home in a strong 9th place and was followed across the line by Shane and Pauly. The team was unfortunately short one to challenge for a team medal. HELINA BARRY SECURES SILVER Another athlete to step it up was Helina Barry in the girls u14 race. Helina showed impressive fitness as she pushed for medals from early stages in her race. Over the closing stages, Helina looked very strong and closed impressively to take second place and an excellent silver medal. KYLE WALSH TAKES INDIVIDUAL BONZE The boys u14 race had one KCK representative on the start line and he certainly represented the club well. Kyle Walsh ran one of his finest races to date as he claimed third place and his own individual medal. Putting in a really strong performance, Kyle was a most deserving medal winner.

In the boys u16 race, Padraig and Seamus Fitzgerald both raced strongly finishing in 8th and 9th place. The boys were competing out of their age and will improve as the season goes on. U-18 GIRLS TAKE TEAM SILVER The KCK team in the u-18 ended the day on a positive note as they secured silver medals in the team event. The girls raced very well over the long 4000m distance. This race was run in conjunction with the Open Cross Country event for Junior and Senior athletes which also attracted a very large entry. Well done to all athletes who took part and to all the parents who attended and helped out on the day. It was a great day for the club. COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS DAY 2 This Sunday will see the second day of the county championships go ahead in St. Augustine's College with an 11 am start. Like last weekend all athletes should ensure they are present at the venue no later than 10.30 am. Races will begin with the girls’ u-9 race and will run for u-11, u-13, u-15, u-17, u-19 and Novice. Good luck to all. CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to extend congratulations to its two former club members Tom Devine and Ross Browne on their excellent success lately with the Waterford U-21 hurling team. Both featured strongly for KCK in their youth and to now be holders of an All-Ireland Hurling medal is a super accomplishment and everyone at the club is very proud of their achievements. FLAG DAY The club would like to thank all those who helped out with our recent flag day collection. We had a good number of helpers in what is an important fundraiser for the club.

Helina Barry (KCK) receiving her silver medal after the girls U14 race.

Shamrocks ShamrocksJuveniles Juvenile Ladies Ladies Football Football U-15 COUNTY FINAL Next Sunday we play Clashmore in the County Final of the U-15 Championship at 11.15 am in Dungarvan GAA Grounds. All support for the girls would be welcome! U-8/U-10 BLITZ We will host an U-8 and U-10 Blitz in Knockanore next Saturday at 11 am. Players will be informed of details by text later this week. CLUB GEAR The zip tops have been distributed to all players and the training jerseys will now be available from this weekend. Details will be sent by text later this week. For any players that missed the first issue of gear we hope to do another in the coming weeks once the current delivery has been fully received.

KCK's Boys U8 Team that won team gold at last Sunday's County Cross Country Championships

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

TRIED &TESTED TRIATHLON CLUB

Ironman Barcelona OVER a year ago the decision was made by four club members to undertake the mammoth task of completing a full IRONMAN. Having all completed an IRONMAN 70.3 distance event in 2015 this was the next step for club members and the decision was made to register for IRONMAN BARCELONA. Bryan Hallissey, David Gaffney, Barry Morrissey and Justin Coonan trained for the event. Anybody who knows the guys will know the many, many hours of hard training they have put in over the last twelve months in preparation for the event. The training schedule was intense and involved 6am pool and sea sessions, cycling to and from work in Waterford with early starts on the cold winter mornings. A strict run and nutrition programme was also part of the schedule to ensure all athletes got to the line healthy and injury free. Also in preparation, the guys travelled to different locations around the country over the Summer months to race a number of races on the Triathlon Ireland race, Blessington, Kilkenny, Dublin and Naas to name but a few. Over 2,500 athletes registered for the main IRONMAN event with registration now also open for IRONMAN Barcelona 2017. The swim consisted of a 3.8km (2.4 mile) swim starting with a rolling start on Calella beach and also finishing at the same location. In the days leading up to the event the sea was rough but thankfully sea conditions on the day were fantastic. The cycle consisted of a 180km (110 mile) cycle from Calella to Montgat and back on a two loop circuit which was flat and fast. To complete the IRONMAN the athletes had to complete a 42.2km (26.2 mile) full marathon run in temperatures which rose to the mid 20’s, a lot different to their training in

Ireland. The run was a new circuit which consisted of a three lap route from Calella to Santa Susanna on a route that follows the Mediterranean Sea. There were a lot of spectators cheering on participants on the run which made the daunting task at hand that little bit easier. Times do not matter in an event of this magnitude; it is an achievement in itself to even finish an event of this scale but we have to mention times, and what superb times they were. First to cross the finish line was Bryan Hallissey with a fantastic time of (10:48) which included a sub four hour marathon, David Gaffney was next to finish in a very impressive time of (11:20) which included a marathon of just over four hours. Barry Morrissey crossed the line shortly afterwards in a time of (11:32) followed by Justin Coonan (12:32). Congratulations to you all on this massive achievement, all at Tried & Tested look forward to hearing all about the event when you come home. Thanks also must go to the wonderful support team for all the updates over the few days whilst in Barcelona and keeping us all updated on the day. Registration has already opened for IRONMAN Barcelona 2017 should anybody else be looking for a challenge. IRONKIDS IRONMAN Barcelona provided a number of spin off events to make it a weekend an event for the whole family to enjoy. The IRONKIDS event took place on Saturday on the eve of the IRONMAN which consisted of a run of varying distances depending on age to give them just a small taste of the experience their father’s would be going through the following day. A total of eight kids from Dungarvan took part in the event, all receiving numbers, medals and crossing the

IRONKIDS finish line. Taking part in the IRONKIDS event were Jake and Sarah Hallissey, Rody Morrissey, David, Sarah and Isabelle Gaffney and Daniel and Jamie Coonan. Well done to all, the future is looking bright for Tried & Tested. They will no doubt be showing their medals to their school friends this week. IRONGIRL Dearbhla Morrissey, Elizabeth Morrissey and Liz Murray took part in the IRONGIRL event which was also held on the eve of the IRONMAN. The event consisted of a 5.8km two lap run along Playa Garbi on the beach side in Calella, which was part of the run route on Sunday’s IRONMAN. The ladies thoroughly enjoyed the event which was chip timed and all received a commemorative medal and Tshirt for taking part. Well done ladies. TRAINING SWIMMING Monday: Swim club 8 pm & 9 pm Clonea Strand Leisure Centre. Wednesday: Swim club 7 am Clonea Strand Leisure Centre. Wednesday: 10:50 am Swim Club Gold Coast Leisure Centre. Thursday: Swim club (Beginners/Improvers) 6:30 pm-7:30 pm Clonea Strand Leisure Centre. Contact Natalie on 086851209 if you have any enquiries about swimming lessons or swim club. if you are interested in Triathlon or want to find out more about the club check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TriedTestedDungar van or our website www.dungarvantri.com. Or look out for our dedicated Facebook group Tried & Tested Training for members. All details about group training or coaching are posted on both.

IIRONKIDS: Jake Hallissey, Rody Morrissey, Sarah Hallissey, Sarah Gaffney, Jamie Coonan, David Gaffney, Daniel Coonan, Isabelle Gaffney pictured with their IRONKIDS medals in Barcelona.

IRONMEN: Bryan Hallissey, Barry Morrissey, David Gaffney and Justin Coonan.

Kilrossanty/Brickeys Under 8 footballers.

Dungarvan United FC DUNGARVAN U-14 TAKE THE POINTS IN DERBY GAME Dungarvan 3; Ballinroad 0 It was a wet night in Kilrush Park and a big crowd came to watch the big derby game! It was our first time playing under lights together and we couldn't have picked a bigger game for the occasion. Both teams started quite, it took a short period to get into the game for us and our defence cleaned up a few mistakes early. We got into the game and got on the ball. Alan Dunwoody and Liam Ó Siothcháin in the middle were sending passes to our wise men Michael and Jack who time and time again took on the opposition full back and kept creating chances. Kevin Keohan upfront was giving everything to get past the Ballinroad defence. He was denied by a very strong keeper time and time again! We had a lot of the possession and Ballinroad handled it very well!. 0-0 at halftime and a brilliant first half for both sides. In the second half we started strongly and everyone remained focused on what was ahead. Molly Shrubb and Dayle Ducey were solid in centre back. Jamie Healy was his normal self playing extremely well in full back and was huge support to the centre backs all day. Michael Power played a lovely one-two with Liam Ó Siothcháin and put Alan Dunwoody through on goal, only for a defender to foul him and give us a penalty so late into the game! Kevin Keohan ran up to the spot, put the ball down and stuck it into the bottom corner ! 1-0 Blues. We didn't sit back but instead we pushed on and made a few changes. Tommy O’Mahoney came on out wide and played some lovely football! Bradley Keane came on but got a knock on the head so had to be taken back off for Emmet Freyne. At 1-0 we pushed on and put Ballinroad under a lot of pressure. Jamie Healy

played a ball up the line to Tommy who got fouled. Michael Power stood up and with a curling left footed strike found the top corner! Fantastic finish from a lad who gave everything to secure the three points. The Dungarvan coaches told the lads to keep pushing forward and see out the game in style and to be fair to Ballinroad they tried to get as many men forward but that allowed Dungarvan get in the game that bit more. Dylan O’Connor Dungarvan’s captain was fantastic he handled the pressure of a super player, Rian Hayes down his line and kept everyone focused! Our keeper Cian Keith hadn't too many saves to make but he was fantastic coming off his line to gather any balls over the top ! Tommy O’Mahoney pushed on up the line and put in a fantastic ball to Emmet Freyne who got his head on the end of the cross and found the back of the net with a bullet header. It was a great way to see out the game and everyone gave 100% and did brilliantly. They left the pitch with a round of applause by the supporters watching! That's two games and two wins in the league and were really enjoying the games. BRILLIANT BLUES U14 HIT EIGHT GOALS IN SFAI CUP A great week got even better at a sunny Kilrush Park last Saturday when our u-14 team beat Cahir Park 8-3 following on from a 3-0 victory in our local derby against Ballinroad last Monday night. A much fancied Cahir side took an early lead but to Dungarvan’s credit thanks to Cameron Ashraf with a well taken goal we were soon level. For the rest of the first half Dungarvan took control and our striker Kevin Keohan hit four goals before half-time. Some great play by Michael Power and Dylan O’Connor down the left created three of those goals and Alan Dunwoody using his strength to keep the ball and find a through ball for Kevin to slot

home into the bottom corner was something else to see from these young blues. Cian Keith was tested on numerous occasions but was up to the task. Dale Ducey, Molly Shrubb, Jamie Healy and Dylan O'Connor were sound under pressure. In the middle Micheal Power, Jack Mulligan and Alan Dunwoody were spraying passes all over the pitch. Cameron Ashraf and Tommy O'Mahoney were taking on and beating the defence when it mattered and upfront Kevin Keohan like an old fashioned centre forward caused havoc with his strength and pace. Early in the second half we had the goal of the game if not the season when Bradley Keane who was on the floor somehow managed to hit an unstoppable shot on the volley to the roof of the net. A brilliant individual goal from Alan Dunwoody followed and Dominic Falkowsi scored a great penalty after he was up ended in the box. We made changes in the second half and Conail O Ceallaigh, Sam Dalton and Emmett Freyne did everything that was asked of them. Man of the match Kevin Keohan for his turn of pace and his outstanding finishing - 7 goals in 3 games the lad is on fire! It was great to see such a large crowd at the game. We are sure everyone went home happy with the performance and the result. We now face New Oak Boys from Carlow in the 1/4 final in our region which consists of Waterford, Tipperary, Carlow, Killenny and Wexford. Fixture date not confirmed. U-12 PROGRESS TO 3RD ROUND OF SFAI CUP Last Saturday we hosted Curracloe Utd from Wexford in the 2nd Round of the SFAI Cup after a narrow win on penalties in the 1st round against Evergreen. Dungarvan's Cathal Sweeney put his team 1 up early on in the first half, a 1-0 lead that remained unchanged for the majority of the game. Dungarvan created several chances with

some good football on display but the goals eluded them. Curracloe continued to battle and their fight paid off and they equalised in the second half. Dungarvan stayed stoic on the pitch even when it looked like once again heading into AET for the second game in a row when minutes before the final whistle Peter Cummins found the ball and scored a screamer of a goal to the delight of his team and the assembled crowd of supporters. The next round brings another home fixture against Forth Celtic, date to be confirmed. Thanks to Curracloe for making the trip and the parents and club supporters came out to cheer on the lads and help with the hospitality. SYMPATHY We were saddened to hear of the passing of Amanda Loftus, daughter of our esteemed fellow clubman the late Brendan Loftus. We extend our sympathies to her family. FIXTURES Saturday, 8.10.16 - U11Red Home to Tramore at 10.30 am at the Main Saturday, 8.10.16 - U11Blue Home to Ferrybank at 10.30 am at the Glass Saturday, 8.10.16 - U-13C Home to Portlaw at 12.30 am at the Glass Saturday, 8.10.16 - U-15B Away to Kilmac at 2.30 pm Away Saturday, 8.10.16 - U-15A Home to Tramore at 2.30 pm at the Main Saturday, 8.10.16 - 1B Away to Abbeyside at 2.00 pm away Sunday, 9.10.16 - 3rd Home to Portlaw at 11.00 am at the Glass Sunday, 9.10.16 4th Away to Bohs at 11.00 am Away Sunday, 9.10.16 - U-18A Away to Villa at 11.00 am Away. LOTTO Winning Numbers 30 - 17 - 19. No Jackpot winner. €50 Billy Coleman; €25 Davey "Skerries" Casey; €25 Christy Power. Next week our Jackpot is €9,000!! Get your tickets folks, and be in with a chance to win 9k for Christmas!!

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Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 12: Portlaw 0; Kilmac 4. A very good result against a good Portlaw team, the boys were up for the game from the start and got the result they deserved. Our first three points on the board and hopefully we can kick on from here. Well done lads. UNDER 14: Kilmac 4; Villa 3. A good win for the boys and hard work in training is paying dividends for us. Aaron in goal was kept busy

from the start. Scott, Dan, Shane and Jeff were brillant in defence. Cian, Darragh, Brian and Nathan kept control at midfield, while Colyn and James were busy upfront. Josh, Robin, Tommy, Mikey, Keith, Shane and Anthony all coming in to play their part. Our goals came from Cian 2, Brian 1, Nathan 1. It is hard to get everyone in, so players have to be patient. Our thanks to all for their support.

UNDER 16: De Le Salle 2; Kilmac 5 A good performance against a tricky home side, who took the fight to us right up to the final whistle. We went in a half-time 3-0 up. Thanks to goals from Patrick ( 2) and Thomas Mooney (1). Patrick added two more to his tally in the second half. Our defence stood firm until the last 10 minutes. De La Salle got 2 goals back but it made little difference to the result.

Stradbally FC RESULTS Under 14 League: Stradbally 3; Ballinroad 4 JUNIOR Top of the table clash on Saturday when Kilmeaden outfit Crusaders travel to Stradbally. Kick off 2 p.m., come along and support our Boys in Blue. SCHOOLBOYS The Under 14s hosted Ballinroad and after a fine tussle, the visitors came from behind to take the points in a best of seven scoreline. Stradbally 3; Ballinroad 4. Stradbally: Daire Walsh, John McAuther, Mikey O'Brien, Will Comyn, Ultan McCusker, Sean McCarthy, Jamie Quinn, Dara McGrath, Tommy Fennell, Dara Quinn, Rory Fennell. Subs: Cormac McGrath, Jack Quinlan. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Good to see the youngsters back in action on the AstroTurf last weekend. If you have any little 'uns who would like to join in, come along any Saturday morning, 10.30 to 11.45. Joe, Kevin, Mickey, Aine, KerryAnn etc. will give you all a Céad Míle

Fáilte. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. For details contact Tadhg at 087 2306841. NATIONAL DRAW National Draw tickets are now on sale from club members. €10 each, with a variety of prizes, including motor cars. For more details talk to Alan D'Arcy or Gerry Dunne. LOTTO No jackpot winners in the Lotto Draw in The Cove Bar on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 1 - 3 - 9 - 13 €25 winners: Mrs Roche. Nicky Comyn. Matt Kiely. Promoters Prize: John Whelan. Next draw is on 16/10/2016 in the Bally Inn. Jackpot Prize on offer will be €4,600. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP In the opening round of the Munster Junior Cup, Stradbally are pitched against Mogeely from West Waterford/East Cork League in an away tie. Fixture is provisionally pencilled in for next weekend. If interest is sufficient, the club plan to run a bus to the game, for players

and supporters. For details, contact Kevin Barnes. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM As usual, the Soccer Club plan to host the Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove. If you wish to nominate a Worthy Cause, please talk to any of our Committee before October 22nd, and we'll take it from there. CLUB KITS Some club kits for children are still available. Ideal birthday presents. For details contact Aine at 087 7618127. TIDY TOWNS Well done to the Stradbally Tidy Towns Group who garnered four extra points in this year's competition. They're consistently near the top of the table, a sign of hard work and dedication (and they literally brought home the Silver, as in Medal). Most of all, they keep the place beautiful for everyone. Comhghairdeas arís. FIXTURES Saturday, October 8th Under 13 League Carrick United v Stradbally 12 noon. Waterford Junior League: Stradbally v Crusaders 2 p.m.

Ardmore FC TRAINING Training continues on Wednesday nights with large numbers. However, it's not to late to register to play as we always

welcome new players FAI DRAW Tickets available from any committee member at €10, to be in for over 2000 great prizes and a top prize of Ford

Focus, and at the same time raising funds for our club. UPCOMING FIXTURES Fixtures will be texted to parents for all games.

Gold Coast Golf Club Junior Scratch Cup. From left: Brian O'Connor (3rd); Pat Power (winner); Rafael Alvarez, Captain; Colin McArthur (2nd) and Brian Fahey, President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Clashmore Ramblers FC MATCH REPORTS Aura Leisure Centre Youghal - U-12 Premier Division Ramblers 3; Ballymac 'A' 0. Shane Coughlan (2) Bobby Coonan Our U-12s travelled to Melody Park on Saturday morning for their third League game of the season in good mood and looking to stay top of the table. Ballymac who ran us very close last season in the U-11 League semi-final where we needed extra time to win the game were well up for the challenge and after losing there first two games needed to win to avoid slipping further behind. The game was end to end with the Ramblers looking dangerous every time we went into the Ballymac half with Captain Ben Lombard driving us forward. Some great play saw us hit the frame of the goal twice in the opening 15 minutes with Bobby Coonan beating two players before lying off for Peter Buckner to shoot but his effort hit the post and away to safety. Then great work by Shane Coughlan saw him beat his man close to the end line and square to Kyle Moloney who saw his flicked effort again strike the post and go wide. The goal was coming and great persistence by Shane Coughlan saw him keep the ball in play on the right hand side before passing to Ben Lombard who drove at the defence and cross for his inrushing midfield partner Bobby Coonan to fire home into the bottom corner for the great team goal after 20 minutes. Ballymac almost equalised from a great free kick but Noah O'Sullivan saved well. 0-1 H/T In the second half Ballymac attacked us and we were having to hold firm with Darragh O'Neill and Liam Devine performing very well together at the back. 10 minutes into the half and a great ball by Bobby saw Shane Coughlan score with a fine finish to double our lead and we attacked at every opportunity to increase the lead and again Shane scored his second with another fine finish after good work by Kyle, Oisin and Ben to work the opening. Ballymac to their credit kept going to the end and can be proud of their efforts but on the day we deserved our win that sees us stay joint top with Kilworth who beat Mogeely 1-0. Well done boys. HILLBILLY’S AT AMBER FERMOY - UNDER 14 LEAGUE Our boys and Girls received a walk-over from Lismore AFC who couldn’t field a team last Saturday for our 12.30 pm Ko. So we remain top of the tabke but the players would have rather got a game under their belts. FIXTURES Saturday, 8th Oct Under 13 v Kilworth Celtic – Home, 10.30 am Under 15 v Inch Utd –

Bobby Coonan v Ballymac.

Dylan Foley v Ballymac.

Noah O'Sullivan organises his wall for a free kick v Ballymac. Home, 12.00 pm Sunday, 9th Oct Juniors v Mogeely FC, 11.30am - Home GIRLS BORN IN 2001/2002 Under 16 GIRLS BORN 2001/2002 Wanted for our Ramblers Girls Team for the coming Season 2016/17. If interested Please contact PJ Burke or Dave Coleman. LAST MAN STANDING Last Man Standing Competition starting 14th October. €10 Entry Fee €250 Winners Prize €50 Promoters Prize Contact any Junior Player or any Committee Member to Enter. IRISH FOOTBALL NATIONAL DRAW 2016 Ramblers will once again take part in the FAI's biggest fundraising event of the year. Buy a €10 ticket for your chance to win: 4 x new Ford Fiesta Cars 4 x 12 Seater Box at the Aviva stadium Trip for two to the 2017 Champions League Final (Cardiff) Trip for two to a Republic of Ireland away World Cup qualifier in 2017 4 x €250 Smyths Toys vouchers Plus many more valuable prizes. See any committee member to buy your ticket. All money from tickets sold is kept by the club. ONLINE SHOP NOW OPEN FOR ALL CLUB GEAR Finally our Online Shop is ready to use, all Gear can now be ordered and paid for online with delivery straight to your front door. A very small €2 delivery charge on every order makes it very good value. All the Club gear is available, Academy Kits, Shower Jackets, Quarter Zips, Polos, Shorts & Socks Sets and Tracksuits. view for yourself at: http://clashmore.animus.ie

Kyle Moloney in action v Ballymac.

Donnacha Devine v Ballymac. DEVELOPMENT SQUADS Under 11 Trials are taking place at present and we have Oisin Ryan, Noah O’Sullivan, Liam Devine, Conor Carey and Peter Buckner all hoping to make the Squad. Under 12 are due back this week with Bobby Coonan, Kyle Moloney and Ben Lombard all on the squad. TRAINING TIMES Training continues in Pablo Park at present for all teams, nights and times are not set yet but all League Teams are back and training away as the season is now in full swing. The Academy are now back on Saturday mornings at 10.30 am to 11.30 am and

all children are welcome to attend born 2006 or after. APPEAL FOR COACHES/HELPERS Again we appeal to parents to help out with our Academy Training on a Saturday morning as we had to cancel last Saturday due to not enough coaches available. We have six coaches willing to help out with this training but most are only available every second week and all got caught last weekend, you do not even have to coach just be there to help out and supervise, it’s only one hour a week and the kids would be delighted with your help.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

WEST WATERFORD/EAST CORK SCHOOLBOYS LEAGUE

Kenny’s goal gives Kilworth the points in Mogeely MATCH REPORTS U-12 PREMIER DIVISION Kilworth 1; Mogeely Wanderers 0 After gathering the team passports and setting our collective Sat Navs, Mogeely Wanderers set off on the long trip to Kilworth. On a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon the home pitch looked perfect for soccer. Mogeely were playing against a Kilworth side un-

defeated this season, with no goals conceded against and occupying joint top spot in the league, this was always going to be a tough ask for the Mogeely players. However, all their lads acquitted themselves valiantly and enjoyed lots of healthy possession. Kilworth’s keeper Sean Og Kenneally was absolutely excellent and played a blinder, meaning anything

and everything thrown at him (kitchen sink included) would not pass. Kilworth scored midway through the second half through Patrick Kenny to a chorus of "off-side" calls from the Mogeely defenders, and the huge relieved cheer from the home support was testament to the performance Mogeely were delivering. The match ending in a 1-0 win for the home side whcih sees

them stay joing top of the table. Lismore 6; Ballybridge 6 Yes, six all is correct. Considering Ballybridge were 6-3 down with 15 minutes to go until the battling qualities of the away side came to the fore. Shane O’Donovan with a brace, Eoghan Rooney, Cillian Lowney, Bryan O’Mahony and Stephen Montgomery got the away team’s goals. Well done to Cian O’Mahony and Ben O’Sullivan on a hat-trick each for Lismore. Ballymac A 0; Clashmore Ramblers 3 Another great game in Melody Park on Saturday morning saw Ramblers record a fine away win and stay joint top with Kilworth. Bobby Coonan gave the away side a half-time lead and a Shane Coughlan second half brace saw the points return to Pablo Park. Ballymac gave a good account of themselves and

while defeated played very well. FAI CHILD WELFARE COURSE Safeguarding 1 - Basic Awareness Workshop in Child Welfare and Protection This course will be held in the League for all Our Clubs on Wednesday, 26th October, 2016 at Brideview Park, Tallow, Co. Waterford from 7.00 pm to 9.30 pm. This is a compulsory course that all people involved with Children have to take so please book early to avoid disappointment as only 24 Max allowed on the course. The cost is €10pp. Booking Details are available online on www.fai.ie. FIXTURE SCHEDULE Tuesday, 4th October, 2016 Blackwater Motors Fermoy Under 16 League: Lismore A.F.C. v Blackwater United at Cappoquin Park 19:30 Ref: John Murphy. Thursday, 6th October 2016 Aura Leisure Centre Youghal Under 12 League - 1st Division:

Cappoquin F.C. v Kilworth Celtic - Lions at Cappoquin Park 19:30. Ref: Robbie Deady Saturday, 8th October 2016 Round Tower Hotel Ardmore Under 11 Academy - Group 1: Idle Ballymac F.C. Cappoquin F.C. v Ardmore A.F.C. at Cappoquin Park 10:30 Ref: Robbie Deady. Mogeely F.C - Rovers v Clashmore Ramblers F.C at Railway Park Mogeely 15:00. Ref: John Paul Grey Ballybridge United v Inch United, Community Sport Field 15:30. Ref: Vinnie Coonan Round Tower Hotel Ardmore Under 11 Academy - Group 2: Castlebridge Celtic v Kilworth Celtic at Celtic Park 10:30. Ref: Simon Drislane. Lismore A.F.C. v Valley Rangers at Castle Farm Grounds 12:30. Ref: Simon Drislane Mogeely F.C - Wanderers v Brideview United at Railway Park Mogeely 14:00 Ref: John Paul Grey. East Cork Oil Aglish Branch Under 13 League: Clashmore Ramblers F.C v Kilworth Celtic at Pablo Park 10:30. Ref: Keith Hornibrook. Mogeely F.C. v Castlebridge Celtic at Railway Park Mogeely 10:30. Ref: John Paul Grey.

Ramblers Ben Lombard and Ballymac's Jake O'Dwyer battle for possession in the U-12 League game.

Clashmore Ramblers U-12s who beat Ballymac 3-0 on Saturday last.

Ramblers Darragh O'Neill and Ballymac's Cian O'Keeffe battle for possession in their U-12 game on Saturday last.

Action from Ballymac v Clashmore.

Ballymac A U-12 Premier Team.

Cappoquin F.C. v Lismore A.F.C. at Cappoquin Park 12:00. Ref: Robbie Deady Ardmore A.F.C. v Inch United at Dysert Park 14:00. Ref: Robbie Deady. Under 15 League: Valley Rangers Idle Clashmore Ramblers F.C v Inch United at Pablo Park 12:00 Ref: Keith Hornibrook Sunday, 9th October, 2016 Kilworth Celtic v Lismore A.F.C. at Pound Lane Park 15:00. Ref: Simon Drislane.

SFAI NATIONAL CUP 2nd/3rd ROUND GAMES Saturday, 8th October U-12 – Mogeely FC v Avondale Utd, 12.00 pm, Ref: J. P. Grey. U-13 – Ballybridge Utd v Richmond, 2.00 pm. Ref: V. Coonan Sunday, 9th October U-12 – Valley Rangers v Mayfield Utd, 2.00 pm. Ref: J. P. Grey. Leeside v Ballymac FC, Time – TBC, Cork ISRS/ Carrigaline v Lismore AFC, Time – TBC, Cork ISRS/ U15 – Valley Rangers v Corinthian Boys, 4.00 pm. Ref: J. P. Grey.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Club Chairman Beanie Byrne presenting a cheque for €3,205 to the Nadine Cancer battle charity which was raised on our club charity cycle.

WEEKEND SPINS After a very mild and even warm week the weather turned very seasonal over the weekend but at least the sun stayed shining. On Saturday the spin took in the climb up the Vee from Lismore with a strong headwind, a cool decent into Clogheen, a steady gallop to Ballymac where a tailwind held for a few kilometres before the spin down Colligan home. A good size group all staying dry for 93 kilometres at 28.4kph average. On Sunday morning the sun shone brightly, there was little or no wind but the temperature was a cool 5 degrees celsius as everyone gathered at the Civic Offices. Before the start of the spins club Chairman Beanie Byrne presented a cheque for €3,205 to Nadine’s Cancer battle committee representatives. This was the proceeds of our recent club charity cycle and thanks again to all who turned out on the day enabling us to present such a large amount to the charity. As there was only a few group 1 cyclists out on Sunday they joined with

group 2 for the spin making it 16 in total heading off. The group headed out the Cappoquin road and after taking a left turn at the Welcome Inn headed for the N25 at Kinsalebeg. From here they headed to Killeagh and onto Inch over rolling narrow roads that tested the legs and the bike handling skills of the group. A left at the Halfway Bar brought the group into Tallow to face a long slog home into a slight headwind. The group arrived back home with just over 100 kilometres done at a average speed of just over 31 kph. Apart from the slight chill in the early morning air one could be forgiven for thinking it was high Summer with clear blue skies and bare legs still being flaunted in summer shorts out in group 3. The climb up the Pike hill settled the group early on, a left turn at Leamybrien and off across the lumpy Carrick road. It had been decided to tackle the Scrouthea hill in reverse and it was certainly the lesser of two evils. Ably dealt with a nice cruise through the leafy byroads of Portlaw followed. In near

Mediterranean type conditions it almost seemed surreal to see a sign for the 'Santa Express'. No sleigh needed for G3 as we sped towards Kilmeaden and onto Kilmac via the N25. Across to Ballylaneen and a return to base by the coast road. An extremely steady pace throughout with plenty of chat and banter. 13 in group, 95 kilometres at 27.2kph. The first Sunday in October was a glorious sunny day with a nip in air however as the 10 riders in group 23K set off for Cappoquin at a blistering pace which had to be reeled in a few miles out the road. The pace brought back a notch and the group setting into a good rhythm all the way to Lismore. Turning right for Ballyduff with a few nice inclines en route and a very rough road kept everyone together. Back to Lismore to the farmers market for coffee and cake was welcomed by everyone. On their merry way again on the backroad to Glencairn and onto Cappoquin where the views were beautiful. Home the main road from Cappoquin to Dungarvan where a head wind seemed

to come out of nowhere and the group did some quick rollovers to aid this. A lovely spin on a dry fresh morning . 70 kilometres at an average speed of 22.6kph. The first Group 5 Sunday spin of October was a beautiful sunny day, with some shorts still in evidence though there was a nip in the morning air. 16 riders lined up – 3 new people, some returning tryouts and most of the usual suspects, just a few missing in action. The route was out to Durrow, 5 Cross Roads, Mahon Bridge, back in via Leamybrien. The group stuck together, doing the usual fast, fun rollovers from 5 Cross Roads until Griffin’s Garage. From there, the faster riders went ahead to grab the refreshments and seats at Applegreen. Group 5½ followed at a more leisurely pace and met up for the photo opportunity. Keeping at 2 speeds; the groups headed for home after a creditable 45km. Thanks to Paul from G3 for minding our backs and well done to everyone, especially our 3 new people, Martin, Jacinta and Melanie.

AGM The club AGM is taking place on Friday night, October 7th at 8 pm in Minnies. We would love to see as many club members as possible attend on the night. This is everyone's chance to have a say in the running of the club and maybe even put themselves forward for the new committee. See you all there! REVIEW OF THE YEAR With the AGM upon us for another year it marks the end of the cycling year. For most it marks the end of their term on the committee also making way for new blood to take over. So therefore this week is a good week to take a quick look back over the year. It was a great year for the club on many levels. A very successful Christmas party night took place in Minnies in December. The new year started off with the great news that the An Post Ras was having a stage finish in the town in May and for the second year running the club was going to have a team in the race. A fundraising night was held at

the end of February in Minnies with a good turnout and some great spot prizes up for raffle. Early March saw the annual club trip to Gran Canaria taking place with a great week of cycling in the sun being had by all. By now the racing season was underway with the lads holding their own each week against the best riders in the country. The biggest of these races in the early season was the Ras Mumhan and the weather that weekend made things even harder with wind, cold and rain battering the riders. The following weekend the club hosted the Cyclesports GP on the Millstreet circuit with good numbers turning out for all the races. The underage riders were getting their season going at this stage and it was great to see so many youth riders in the club this year doing so well. In May the An Post Ras came to town and the club pulled out all the stops to ensure it was a success. Indeed it was said that the atmosphere at the stage start was the best the race had all week as Deise brass enter-

tained the riders in the sunshine before the off. The DCC team performed well in the race with all 5 finishing the race to become men of the Ras. Well done to Marc Flavin, John Hodge, Damian Travers, Aidan Connell and Daryl Kearns! Also in May the club held the O’Mahoney Cycles League race over a number of weeks on the coast road circuit. With arrival of the summer plenty of club riders travelled to some of the numerous sportives that were being held. Next up for the club was the beginners league on the Shandon circuit with great numbers turning out each week. Into August and the highlight of the year for many was the Sean Kelly tours which are held in Dungarvan. The club had huge numbers taking part in all of the events which was great to see. Also as well as all the events there was club spins on Tuesday evenings and on Saturday and Sunday mornings attracting great numbers. So it was a great year for the club and above is only a small highlight of it. I'm sure next year will be just as good!

Ballyrafter Showjumping, Lismore, Co. Waterford.

Results Autumn/Winter Pony League 2016 Results Autumn/Winter Horse League 1st October 2016 0-80cms Div. Ailin Walsh’s Rhyme and Reason (Ailin Walsh); Rachel Raher’s Clonea Silver Spirit (Rachel Raher). 0-90cms Div (Jennifer Moore’s Genoveva Galante Gaza (Jennifer Moore). 1-00m Div. Joan Dahill’s Glencairn Ivy (Pauline Landers); Eimear White’s Madame Que (Eimear White); Sarah Furney’s Salvadore (Sarah Furney). 1-10m Div. Sarah-Kate O’Donovan’s Valenthina (Sarah-Kate O’Donovan); Dara Mellerick’s No Surprise (Lucy Mellerick); Denise Hanrahan’s Roumers (Shane

Moloney); Eimear White’s Madame Que (Eimear White); James Noonan’s Cullinagh Ug (James Noonan). 1-20m Div. Denise Hanrahan’s Roumers (Shane Moloney); Ian Cliffe’s Finnisk Beowulf (Ian Cliffe). 1-30m 1st Ian Cliffe’s Finnisk Beowulf (Ian Cliffe). Results Autumn/Winter Pony League 1st October 2016 128cms 0-70cms Div. Christine Harte’s Lenamore Jump for Joy (Jason Harte). 128cms 0-80cms Div. Mary Power’s Oak Deborah (Ellen Power); Christine Harte’s Lenamore Jump for Joy (Calum

Harte); Kathryn Lynch’s Ballynabinna Blaze 11 (Kate Lynch); Aileen Sloane Lee’s Maisy (Robyn Lee); Laura Morrissey’s Tullibard’s Silver Princess (Gearoid Bolger); Aileen Sloane Lee’s Kilcreene Venus (Robyn Lee). 138cms & 148cms 0-80cms Div. Judy Quirke’s Tybroughney Cloud (Lucy Austin). 138cms & 148cms 0-90cms Div. Niall Edmondson’s Mylo 11 (Finlay Edmondson); Judy Quirke’s Tybroughney Cloud (Lucy Austin); Christine Harte’s Cragroe Magic (Emma-Jane Harte); Johnny Curran’s Moin na Guise Lass (Saoirse Curran).

128cms 0-90cms 1st Aileen O’Connor’s Pepper Diamond (Emma O’Connor); 2nd Mary Power’s Sasha (Alice Power); 3rd Robert Shanahan’s Shangan Ritmo (Olivia Shanahan); 4th Aileen Sloane Lee’s Maisy (Robyn Lee); 5th Mary Power’s Oak Deborah (Ellen Power): Eq 6th Kathryn Lynch’s Droum Roan (Kate Lynch); Hilda Keane’s Jaydee (Emma O’Connor); Aileen O’Connor’s Are You Nearly There Yet (Emma O’Connor). 128cms 1-00m 1st Robert Shanahan’s Shangan Ritmo (Olivia Shanahan). 138cms 1-00m 1st Mary Power’s Glountane Beauty (Katie Power); 2nd

Robert Shanahan’s The Dancing Queen of the Glen (Olivia Shanahan); 3rd Dermot Walsh’s Sunday Ru Flavien (Emma Walsh). 148cms 1-00m 1st John Howard’s Laune Ranger (Leah Howard); 2nd Kathleen Hurley Mullins’s Woodlawn Majestic (Shane Moloney):. 148cms 1-10m 1st Johnny Curran’s Aherlow Boy (Saoirse Curran); 2nd Christine Harte’s Rosie’s Bay (Hazel Harte). 148cms 1-20m 1st Kathryn Lynch’s Starship (Brendan Lynch).

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Dungarvan Rugby Football Club

Under 18s – Youghal v Dungarvan friendly DUNGARVAN travelled to Youghal to play the Cork side in a pre-season friendly under lights on Saturday, 1st October at 7 p.m. Dungarvan opened the scoring when out half Paul Lannen stepped inside the defence and seared through to touch down on the right wing. He also followed it up with a second try by following good work by the forwards including Jack Kiely, Eoin Ryan, Doug Petit and Conor Scanlon. Dungarvan were well on top and should really have scored but the final pass went astray too often. We were dangerous when we moved the ball away from the breakdown and Mick Devine, Johnny Treen and Oisin O’Mahoney threatened several times. Dungarvan ran a foul of the referee who penalised them on three occasions in their own 22. As a result, Youghal scored two tries (one converted) and a penalty. It was a rolling substitutions game and Matthew Hickey, Thomas Hannigan, Lennon Kennedy, Jack McGrath and Cillian Fogarty tried hard to put Dungarvan back on top. Conor Scanlon, Mike Walsh, and Ted Kelly

tackled everything that moved. Scrum half James Kiely kept his cool and on some good turnover ball. Darragh Meaney also worked well on the wing in the second half. However, Dungarvan simply could not make the final pass even if we did finish the stronger. The final score was 15-10 to Youghal. Paul Lannen scored two fine tries. Doug Petit and Eoin Ryan won a lot of turnover and made good metres with ball in hand. Matthew Hickey and Brendan Cullinan carried really well. The day’s squad was: Brendan Cullinan, Jack McGrath, Darragh Meaney, Paul Lannen, James Kiely, Eoin Bohane, Oisin O’Mahoney, Cillian Fogarty, Thomas Hannigan, Johnny Treen, Conor Scanlon, Jack Kiely, Ted Kelly, Doug Petit, Mike Walsh, Lennon Kennedy, Eoin Ryan, Mick Devine, Thomas Ahearne, Larry Brazel and Matthew Hickey. The first Pan Munster qualifying match is a return fixture as we face Youghal on 9th October in Dungarvan at 11 am. The match last week demonstrated that the boys have plenty of talent but need

to tighten up on passing, support play and make their capitalise on their dominance at times. We have a strong squad and look forward to the campaign with confidence. All squad players are required to train Wednesday and Friday at 8 p.m. U-11s IN THOMOND PARK We’re very proud of our U-11 squad that took part in the half-time entertainment in Thomond Park last Saturday when Munster trashed Zebre 49-5 in the Pro12 championship. TABLE QUIZ Our Table Quiz last Thursday was a great success and lots of happy people went home with sport prizes. Well done to Kieran and Julie Sheehan, Kelly O’Shea and Lisa Denmead for winning the tie-breaker round to keep their unbeaten quizzing record intact. DINNER DANCE Tables for our dinner dance on 12th November in the Park Hotel are selling fast so contact Kelly O’Shea on 087 7502578 to book yours. Tables of 10 are €450. We’re delighted to be welcoming former Munster and Ireland player Mick Galway as guest speaker for the night.

Dungarvan Rugby Club U-11s team who played at Thomond Park last Saturday when Munster played Zebra in the Pro12 championship.

Kilmacthomas Badminton Club WEEKEND AWAY Kilmacthomas Badminton club enjoyed a weekend of fun and competition in Cork last weekend. Twelve of our members took part in the UCC charity competition for the children's ward in Cork University Hospital. A great day of badminton was had. Congratulations to Carol And Natalie who won their respec-

tive sections in the event. UPCOMING EVENTS We are looking forward to beginning the season with the Ladies and Men's league week beginning Monday 10th. Kilmac teams: Men: KILMAC 1: Martin Walsh, Adee Ali, Shane O'Mahony. KILMAC 2: Cian Fahy,

Micheal Brown, Daniel Delany, Oisin Kiely. Women: KILMAC 1: Rachel Walsh, Natalie Brown, Fiona Kiely KILMAC 2: Edel Firth, Carol Walsh, Ann Halley. KILMAC 3: Imelda Murphy, Celine Tierney, Niamh Beresford, Roisin Mulford. Good luck to all our teams.

Waterford Badminton league commencing THE new season of Waterford Badminton kicks off on October 10th. There are 9 clubs involved this year and we would like to wish them all the best for

what are sure to be great leagues and matches across all grades. Ballyduff Dunmore Kilmacthomas

Lismore Modeligo Rathgormack Touraneena Tourin Waterford

Waterford's Luke Foran and Kai Willmott competing in the IWS Surf Rescue Championships 2016 at Clonea Beach, Co. Waterford. [David Branigan/Oceansport]

Waterford excels at Surf Lifesaving championships Silver and Bronze for Waterford at National Surf Rescue Championships held at Clonea Strand, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford IN a weather-battered finale recently Ireland's top life-saving athletes competed for the final event in the Irish Water Safety Sport calendar that saw Waterford teams excel, taking silver in the men’s events and bronze in the women’s. The host county Waterford took over from Cork as winners of the Masters competition. Over 300 competitors from 14 counties competed in Senior and Master events based around key life-saving skills that attracts more than 5,000 participants annually in Ireland. Dramatic conditions driven by gale force winds at Tramore Life-Saving Centre saw Safety Officer Buddy

Cuddihy switch the venue to Clonea Strand near Dungarvan while some events were also curtailed. Events are based around core life-saving skills including speed, strength, endurance and equipment handling. In an exceptional performance, Clare's Bernard Cahill won all five of his events - Surf swim, Rescue Board Race, Rescue Ski Race, Ocean Man Race and Board Rescue. Clare retained their overall titles in both Men’s and Womens' events while Waterford and Wexford teams were closest runnersup. In addition to the overall prizes for both Men’s and

Women's competitions, Clare Ladies also won the prestigious President's Trophy awarded for the best performance over 23 competitions throughout 2016 including the Pool Rescue Championships held in February. The team included Mother and daughter dual world record-holders Norma and Roisin Cahill. The national championships featured most of Ireland's eleven medallists from the recent World Championships in Holland that saw Gold in the Youth Worlds for the 4 x 90-metre beach sprint relay won by Emer Kelly and Emma O'Brien from Wicklow and Georgina Steel and Denise Bolger from Wexford.

Cousins Bernard Cahill and Oisin McGrath won Bronze in the Board Rescue Race, a first for an Irish Senior team while Rory McEvoy won Silver in the Youth Pool event for the 50metre manikin carry. All three athletes competed in the Clare team in Waterford at the weekend. Also in Holland, a new world record was set by Denise Bolger from Wexford with Rosin Cahill from Clare in the Pool line-throw event with a new time of 11.06 seconds. The 2017 season begins with the Pool Rescue National Championships at the University of Limerick in mid-February.

Dungarvan Gymnastics Club IT’S all go at Dungarvan Gymnastics Club where we are about to commence our new term in September 2016 with over 350 budding gymnasts who will train in either Dungarvan Gymnastics Club, Units 2 and 3 Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan and Cappoquin Community Centre. After a most successful Summer Camp we are delighted to welcome lots of new members and indeed a huge welcome back to our long term members. We hope you enjoyed your break and are ready to get stuck in for the new season!! Membership is currently fully allocated and there is a waiting list in place. Application forms for membership are available together with other Club information on www.dungarvangymnastics.com

Regional Team Gold. Regional Individual medals Aideen Bronze, Ava Silver, Roisin Gold. 1.

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 7 October, 2016

Talking Horses Willie Mullins and Gigginstown House Stud break ties

Upcoming Fixtures Tramore – Thursday, 6th October (First Race 2.15) Dundalk – Friday, 7th October (First Race 6.00) Fairyhouse – Saturday, 8th October (First Race 1.55) Limerick – Saturday, 8th October (First Race 1.40) Limerick – Sunday, 9th October (First Race 1.55) Curragh – Sunday, 10th October (First Race 2.05)

Listed Gowran Park success for the improving Airlie Beach AIRLIE Beach made it five wins from as many starts when comfortably winning the Listed Pat Walsh Memorial EBF Mares Hurdle at Gowran Park on Friday. Sent off a 4/9 favourite for Willie Mullins, she won like every odds-on shot should and had little difficulty in accounting for her stable companion Daisy’s Gift by six lengths. Her rider, Ruby Walsh had earlier taken the 2m maiden hurdle on 2/1 shot Mr Antolini, trained in Windgap, County Kilkenny by Garrett Power. Henry de Bromhead teamed up with David Mullins to take the opening maiden hurdle with 16/1 shot Veronica’s Napkin and at the same price, Omega Springs won the 2m handicap hurdle for Sean Flanagan and Clonmel-based trainer Liam Casey. Monasterevin’s Peter Fahey and Roger Loughran teamed up to win the 2m4f handicap hurdle with 8/1 chance Peregrine Run. Danny Mullins landed his sixth winner in three days when the Liam Burke-trained Coolbane West took the penultimate race on the card while the concluding listed bumper went the way of 4/1 shot Snow Leopardess who was ridden for Oxfordshire trainer Charlie Longsdon by Jamie Codd.

Long Island Sound on top at Dundalk LONG Island Sound just got the measure of British raider Battalion to win the Group 3 Diamond Stakes at Dundalk on Friday night. With Seamus Heffernan in the saddle, Aidan O'Brien’s 4/5 favourite showed plenty of determination as he pipped the William Haggas-trained six-year-old to land his third course success. It was a second winner of the session for Sallins-man Heffernan who had earlier taken the 6f conditions’ race on 16/1 chance Dont Bother Me trained in Sligo by Niall Moran. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane also recorded a double. The pair won the 7f fillies’ maiden with 14/1 chance Melisandre and followed up with the exciting Glastonbury Song who took the auction maiden at odds of 4/6 favourite. Shake The Bucket became the third horse to record eighth course success when taking the opening division of the 12f handicap. Owned by Sarah Ann Madden, trained by her father Niall and ridden by her brother Tom, the 6/1 shot joins Political Policy and Banna Boirche as the winningmost horses at the track. The second leg of the same race went to the track’s winningmost trainer Michael Halford who sent out 14/1 chance Reddot Dancer to score under Shane Foley. The opening apprentice handicap was won by 14/1 chance Manorov, trained in Stamullen, County Meath by Tom McCourt and ridden by Ross Coakley.

Pictured in the winners’ enclosure at Tipperary on Sunday last after Dr. Mikey won the bumper are trainer, Margaret Flynn; jockey Declan Queally and winning connections. [Healy Racing]

Jet Setting bounces back in Tipperary Group 3 TATTERSALLS Irish 1,000 Guineas heroine Jet Setting was in a class of her own as she returned to winning ways in the Group 3 Concorde Stakes at Tipperary on Sunday. Sent off the 7/4 favourite, Adrian Keatley’s stable star raced to a convincing six and a halflength victory under Shane Foley and might step back up in grade for the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot later this month. Trainer Martin Hassett and Wayne

Lordan were on the mark with 13/2 chance Three Jacks in the 9f maiden while over the extended seven furlongs Downforce, the 2/1 favourite, won TheTote.com Handicap for Willie McCreery and Billy Lee. The remainder of the card was dominated by Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh. They landed the Grade 2 Istabraq Hurdle with 2/5 favourite Ivan Grozny and followed up with a comfortable success for evens favourite Penhill in the Grade 3 Joe

Mac Novice Hurdle. Their treble was completed when Westerner Lady, a 2/1 chance, ran out a thoroughly impressive winner of the Grade 3 Like A Butterfly Novice Chase. Joseph O'Brien and Jody McGarvey landed the 2m handicap hurdle with 7/1 chance Cradle Mountain while the bumper went to Dr Mikey, the 6/1 winner ridden by Declan Queally for Stradbally, County Waterford trainer Margaret Flynn.

Aidan O'Brien Lands Incredible 1-2-3 270 children attend in Prix De l’Arc De Triomphe FOUND enjoyed her finest hour as she led home an Aidan O'Brien-trained one-two-three in the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe at Chantilly on Sunday. Ridden by Ryan Moore, she took her tally of Group 1 victories to three when claiming Europe's richest race at odds of 6/1. For O'Brien it was a remarkable achievement, with Found coming

home ahead of Highland Reel and Order Of St George. It was also his 18th Group/Grade 1 winner of the year and he said, “It's unbelievable. I can't describe it. You couldn't even dream of that. How could you say anything is higher than this? It is the most difficult race. For that to happen it is incredible. Ryan gave her a brilliant ride.” It was

O’Brien’s second win in the race coming nine years after Dylan Thomas won at Longchamp. O'Brien had enjoyed big race success earlier in the week when Alice Springs registered her third Group 1 success of the season in the Kingdom Of Bahrain Sun Chariot Stakes at Newmarket. She too was ridden by Ryan Moore.

Hopes remain for Don Cossack return CONNECTIONS of Don Cossack will have a better idea about the prospect of their Gold Cup hero racing again when he returns to training at Gordon Elliott's yard in the coming weeks. The nine-year-old has been off the track since his Cheltenham success in March, having sustained a tendon injury while being prepared for a shot at the Punchestown Gold Cup in April. Connections were quick to suggest at the time of the injury that retirement was a possible outcome. Trainer

Gordon Elliott said, “He's going into his sixth week having roadwork and the scans have been very good. I saw him last Sunday week and the legs felt good. When a horse gets a ligament injury it's day by day, but it seems to be going well and we'll have him back here in the next two or three weeks. We're under no illusions though. If he's not 120 per cent right at this stage, we'll retire him. He's been a wonderful horse, so we'll do the best thing for the horse.”

Champions combine for Grade 2 Gowran Park success CHAMPION trainer Willie Mullins and champion jockey Ruby Walsh were the big winners at Gowran Park on Saturday where 5/2 chance Ballycasey ran out a clear winner of the PWC Champion Chase. he nine-year-old came home 11 lengths to the good over Road To Riches and the pair might well clash again in Down Royal early next month. Ridestan landed the Grade 3 Kilbegnet Novice Chase for

THE hugely successful association between champion trainer Willie Mullins and champion owners Gigginstown House Stud has come to an end. Gigginstown have removed around 60 horses from Willie Mullins after a disagreement related to training fees. Confirming the split with Gigginstown, founded by Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary, Mullins said on At The Races: “Yes, we are parting company. It is basically over fees. I put my fees up for the first time in ten years. Gigginstown chose not to pay them.” For their part, Gigginstown said in a statement, “As Gigginstown House Stud has been unable to reach agreement with Willie Mullins on an increase in training fees, we have agreed with considerable regret - to move the Gigginstown horses to alternative trainers for the coming 2016-17 season. Gigginstown wishes to sincerely thank Willie and all the team at Closutton for the many Grade 1 races we have won together over the past seven years.”

Henry de Bromhead and David Mullins when battling back to deny Neverushacon by a nose at odds of 9/2. The young local rider had earlier won the 2m4f maiden hurdle on 6/1 chance Blood Crazed Tiger who looks a hugely promising sort for Gordon Elliott. The County Meath handler enjoyed a double of his own when teaming up with Bryan Cooper to win the beginners’ chase with Lieutenant Colonel.

Rachael Blackmore was once again seen to good effect when partnering Supreme Vinnie to win the 3m handicap hurdle for Cloyne, County Cork trainer Denise O’Shea. Two 7lbs claiming riders also got in on the winning act. Ricky Doyle teamed up with Joseph O'Brien to win the threeyear-old hurdle on 5/1 chance Lord Justice while Brien Kane won the handicap chase on the Gavin Cromwell-trained As De Pique who scored at odds of 8/1.

Tipperary Schools Day 270 FIFTH and sixth class pupils from 10 local schools took part in the Horse Racing Ireland ‘Go Racing Kids’ Club’ Day at Tipperary Racecourse. The objective of the ‘Go Racing Kids’ Club’ initiative is to educate school children about racing and show them what happens behind-thescenes at a racecourse. It also builds relationships between the racecourses and their local community, encouraging an affinity with racing which will hopefully produce future racegoers. As part of the day, the children spent time walking the track with racecourse manager, Andrew Hogan who explained how the team at Tipperary Racecourse prepare the track for racing. Corkman and champion apprentice jockey Connor King and racehorse trainer Pat Ryan, based in Monard, County Tipperary, spoke to the children about their day-to-day routines as a jockey and a racehorse trainer and their life in racing.