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A COMERAGH Councillor has described the N25 network as “not fit for purpose” and has called on Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) to meet with elected representatives to discuss their concerns about safety on the primary route through County Waterford.

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Incoming Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. John O’Leary told the June meeting of the local authority that the N25 “has become unfit for purpose due to the amount of traffic” it now takes, especially from the M9 motorway. He said there shouldn’t be a situation where motorway traffic comes as far as the Carrick-on-Suir roundabout and is then diverted into a two-way system. “The volume of traffic of that road is on a continuous basis,” he said. The whole N25 is approximately 190 km in length, beginning at Rosslare Port,

Fáilte Ireland highlights Waterford in campaign to promote Ireland’s Ancient East FÁILTE Ireland emphasised that it was fully committed to promoting Waterford and that both city and county had a central role to play within Ireland’s Ancient East. The tourism authority was responding to misconceptions that Waterford had been omitted from recent advertising for the new initiative. Fáilte Ireland has recently launched a comprehensive and extensive national marketing campaign which is being run across a number of print, television, and online channels to create awareness and to encourage people to consider Ireland’s Ancient East for their next break. Waterford has featured prominently in this. A key part of Fáilte Ireland’s strategy to develop and promote Ireland’s Ancient East, both at home and abroad, is the use of signature stories, nine of which have been designed to motivate and stimulate visits to Ireland’s Ancient East. The signature experience under which Waterford comes to the fore is the Viking story, and the cur-

rent campaign has already included significant reference to Waterford and The Viking Story. Fáilte Ireland also pointed out that the current campaign is not yet complete and there are a number of further advertorials in the Sunday times planned over the coming weeks which will also feature Waterford including: • A feature on ‘Big Houses & Hard Times’ including Curraghmore House (17th July); • A Maritime feature showcasing amongst others the Copper Coast Geopark (10th July); • A feature on ‘Sacred’ historical attractions which includes the Lismore and Ardmore Round Towers (21st August and 4th September); • A Viking advertorial which promotes the Traditional Sail Experience and the Waterford Viking Triangle (25th September). Follow us on Twitter @Fáilte_Ireland

passing through County Waterford and ends in Cork. The section of N25 in County Waterford is approximately 72 km in length. Cllr. O’Leary said over the last 12 months he has raised concern about TII removing left and right turning lanes onto local roads from the N25, yet there has been “very little done” to address his road safety concerns. He said the TII removed those left and right turning lanes “to the consternation of local people who live on those local roads”. Cllr. O’Leary said he was aware of one constituent who “is in fear for his life” everytime he is waiting to turn from the N25 into Kilmagemogue at the Long Haul Tavern. “There is everything on the N25 from the farming community with heavy machinery, to cyclists, pedestrians and runners, as well as vendors selling their produce. It is a nightmare on that road and is at a critical situation that needs investigating,” Cllr. O’Leary said. Continued on page 2

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FROM FRONT PAGE Cllr. O’Leary said along that particular stretch of N25 at Kilmeaden, there have been at least eight people killed over the years. “I know that our Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy has made representations to TII, but we’ve received very little response to the issues I’ve raised,” Cllr. O’Leary said. “I think it’s time we got representatives from TII to come in and meet with us, so we can voice to them the difficulties we see and the representations we are getting from the public on the whole infrastructure of that road,” Cllr. O’Leary said. Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy noted the request for a meeting with TII representatives and said the DungarvanLismore Municipal District Council requested a similar such meeting to have road safety issues addressed. “They declined to attend a general public meeting the last time we made a request,” Mr.

McCarthy pointed out. “But they did say they would be available if the elected members wanted to meet with them at a suitable venue, where they could speak with you on the issues you’ve raised.” Mr. McCarthy agreed that there “certainly have been a number of incidents and accidents on the N25 over the recent past”. He said in those cases, the Council examines the accident history and reviews the causes of the accident, and if the road network or environment is a significant contributing factor to those accidents, then the Council would consider a low-cost safety scheme of works for the particular area. He said there are a number of areas where the delineation of the road is a cause for concern and said the Council “will continue to highlight those locations to the TII”. Mr. McCarthy said the only works planned for the N25 in 2016 are in relation to the climb-

ing lane on the Dungarvan-side of Lemybrien and at Gortavickory. Mr. McCarthy said the Council will continue to monitor the changes at Carroll’s Cross, where the left and right turning lanes were removed by TII, but said it was “unlikely” there would be any significant improvements at that junction in the near future. Cllr. O’Leary, while acknowledging the TII would meet with Councillors privately, questioned why they won’t meet with Councillors publicly. “They are a body that we, as elected members, are entitled to meet with publicly and ask questions publicly,” said Cllr. O’Leary. “If it was any other semi-state body, we would be asking that they come into this Chamber. I don’t see the reason why we can’t meet with them in an open and sensible manner for questioning and to raise issues of concern about connecting roads,” Cllr. O’Leary added. Mr. McCarthy replied that a

Incoming Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. John O’Leary. request would be made to TII to seek a meeting with them so Councillors can voice their concerns.

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Renewable Energy Strategy extension deadline ‘not statutorily possible’ By Paul Mooney COMERAGH District Councillors sought to have an extension to the deadline for submissions on the Council’s draft ‘Renewable Energy Strategy’ for County Waterford, but it is understood that it is ‘not statutorily possible’ to extend the deadline, as suggested. The strategy, which will cover renewable energy for Waterford from 2016 until 2030 is currently on public display for submissions until 13th July. At the June meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said the 13th July deadline may not be enough time for people to make submissions on the strategy. Renewable energy sources being considered in the proposed strategy includes wind energy (both onshore and offshore); solar; hydro; biomass; geothermal; and heat pumps. At the June Plenary session of Waterford City and County Council, Councillors agreed to place the draft strategy on display for submissions to the public, with 13th July as the deadline. Cllr. O’Ryan said that considering what happened in the past with wind turbines and electricity pylons, “I seek an extension of the deadline to give people more time to make a submission”. “We have seen in the past how communities were divided by certain things. People need to get their submissions and concerns submitted on this strategy,” he said. He said it is not the Council’s strategy, but the strategy of the people of County Waterford for alternative energies. Outgoing Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil

concurred, saying it is “up to the public” now to make a submission on the proposed Renewable Energy Strategy for Waterford. “Wind energy is causing fierce problems around the county over the past number of years,” he said. “The people have a say now, and they should be listened to, and given time to make their submissions.” Cllr. Seanie Power said there are other renewable energy options in the strategy, including hydro power, biomass and solar. “A good few plans have already gone in for solar,” said Cllr. Power. “Hopefully, there will be a swing away from the wind turbines that is causing all the hassle and dividing our communities,” he added. Cllr. O’Ryan proposed that the submission deadline be extended by one month, to 13th August, 2016, which was seconded by Cllr. Brazil. Ann Kiely, Senior Executive Engineer, Planning Section, said she would take the proposal back to the Director of Services of Planning for consideration. However, subsequently, this newspaper contacted the Council about the proposed extension to the deadline, and was told by a Council spokesperson that “it is not statutorily possible to extend the deadline as suggested at the meeting”. So the original deadline for submissions by 13th July stands. PROPOSED STRATEGY SLAMMED Meanwhile, a spokesperson for ‘Dungarvan Against Turbines’ has slammed the proposed ‘Renewable Energy Strategy’ as “simply more support to onshore wind development”. “The plan is to more than double on shore wind development,” said the DAT spokesperson.

The spokesperson said that what is also a major disappointment with the document is its treatment of ‘micro renewable technology’. “It highlights two disadvantages of this technology,” he said. “Micro Renewable Energy apparently has ‘little capacity for storage’, which boggles the mind! “The reality here is that technology in micro storage has come on leaps and bounds in the last two years and can readily be purchased by householders today. He said a second ‘disadvantage’ listed is that “micro renewables are not favoured by large utility companies”. “One has to wonder is this document for the benefit of Waterford and its citizens or for the large utility companies?” the DAT spokesperson said. “Waterford’s treatment of micro renewable energy flies in the face of current global thinking in this area. Micro renewable energy is recognised as the future of renewable energy. “Equally disappointing in this document is that Waterford are committing to 248.8MW of power to be produced from wind and solar energy. Two sources of renewable power that cannot produce energy at night or during periods of low or no wind. There is no balancing of alternative renewable energy that can provide power during these periods, so as far as 2030 Waterford will still need to have 248.8MW of power produced by a fossil fuel source to ensure security of supply,” the DAT spokesperson added. The Council’s draft Renewable Energy Strategy can be viewed on their website www.waterfordcouncil.ie; the Civic Offices in Dungarvan; or City Hall in Waterford City; and the public can make a submission on the document on or before 13th July, 2016.

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Councillor wants defibrillators on lifeguarded beaches A COUNCILLOR has suggested that defibrillators should be provided on the five County Waterford beaches where lifeguards are active.

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Speaking at the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Lola O’Sullivan made the request, saying defibrillators are important and the lifeguards would be trained in the use of the equipment. She suggested that an ‘oxygen delivery system’ also be installed on the lifeguard beaches. Cllr. O’Sullivan said if the Council ‘buys in bulk’, then they should consider an extra defibrillator for the chamber-side of the Council building in Waterford City. “If someone has a heart attack, we will be waiting

for somebody to run over to the motor tax building to get the defibrillator to bring it back,” said Cllr. O’Sullivan. “This section of the building is also the most used by the public,” she added. Mayor John Cummins said that while it was a good suggestion from Cllr. O’Sullivan, he said there was no money in the budget for the provision of such equipment. “We have to remember these items when it comes to our budget in December,” said Mayor Cummins. “A defibrillator is a budgetary issue, so if money is available, I’m sure it will be considered. I would ask you to remember that and propose it at budget time later this year,” Mayor Cummins added.

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Comeragh reception recognises work of Mental Health groups in Waterford

Waterford City & County Council, Comeragh District Cathaoirleach Reception for Mental Health Groups. Cllr. Liam Brazil, Cathaoirleach Comeragh District with Eddie Ruane and Fergus Galvin, Waterford City & County Council; Cllr. Michael J. Ryan, Cllr. Declan Clune, Cllr. Seanie Power, Cllr. John O'Leary, Cllr. Ray Murphy and representatives from Grow, Aware, Chaat Network, Pieta House and the Samaritans. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] gratulated Cllr. Brazil for his ety and something that mental health. By Paul Mooney “If that €12m was taken promotion of mental health people don’t want to talk from another part of the and commended the groups about. MENTAL health groups He said there is an health system, there would for their great work, saying which operate in Waterford ‘imbalance’ in society when have been uproar,” said Cllr. it was fitting to recognise and the South East providwhat they do. ing a free support service to so many people can be Brazil. Cllr. Declan Clune said He also lambasted the happy and enjoying thempeople who are lonely, disthe groups carry out outtressed and suicidal, and selves on a day like government over the standing work with limited help shine a light on mental Christmas Day, yet it is the closure of mental health funding on a voluntary basis health issues and suicide busiest day for the hospitals in Clonmel and and it is only right their Wexford. Samaritans. awareness, were recognised “If it was another unit of efforts are recognised. Cllr. Brazil said his family for their work at a cereCllr. Ray Murphy conmony held in their honour has been affected by mental a hospital being closed, you gratulated Cllr. Brazil on by outgoing Cathaoirleach health. He lost his brother would have had the politichampioning mental health of Comeragh Municipal to suicide over 25 years ago. cians jumping up and awareness and the groups “To stand by a graveside down,” he said. District Council, Cllr. Liam for the huge amount of All the Councillors comand bury a loved one who Brazil. work they do. He said suiGROW, Aware, Chaat died from suicide is very mended the work of the cide appears to be comfive groups in mental health hard. I know, I stood at that Network, Pieta House and Cllr. Brazil for his work monplace every week and Waterford City & County Council, Comeragh District Cathaoirleach Reception for Mental Health (South East) and the grave,” said Cllr. Brazil. He said since then, his and efforts in raising aware- said while a lot of money Groups. Cllr. Liam Brazil Cathaoirleach Comeragh District presents a framed scroll to Concie Samaritans (Waterford and aim is to help people with ness of such a taboo subject. was put into road traffic Christopher, Aware. Also included is Ann O'Brien who presented €200 proceeds of a fund raiser South East) were each pre[Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan awareness to reduce the to Kevin Collins, Aware. mental health issues and let sented with a framed cernumber of road deaths, the described Cllr. Brazil as a them know that there is tificate to acknowledge the “champion for mental government were taking valuable work they do and help available. health and suicide aware- money out of mental health Cllr. Brazil praised and support they give in the sector. ness”. commended the five groups area of suicide awareness. On behalf of GROW, Cllr. John O’Leary being honoured at the The groups were also Sister Gertrude Howley presented with €200 each, reception for the work they thanked Cllr. Brazil for givexpressed thanks for the ing recognition to the do. the proceeds of which were He said the reception groups for their work, and presentation and thanks to raised from a calendar and presentation to the commended him on his Cllr. Brazil for all his help. fundraiser last year in Kevin Collins, on behalf Melleray which was also to groups “is a token of our successful mental health and of Aware, expressed thanks suicide awareness conferappreciation for the work raise awareness of mental you do and the role you ences which were held in for the honour and comhealth and suicide. mended Cllr. Brazil, The reception for the play in helping people Dungarvan in recent years. describing him as “an “I shudder to think how mental health groups was affected by mental health, as example to us all”. much higher the suicide well as highlight to people one of the final functions of Bridget Prendergast, Cllr. Brazil as outgoing what you do as volunteers rate would be if the interspeaking on behalf of the vention of these groups every day of the week”. Cathaoirleach of the Waterford City & County Council, Comeragh District Cathaoirleach Reception for Mental Health He urged the five groups were not available,” Cllr. Chaat Network, said they Groups. Cllr. Liam Brazil Cathaoirleach Comeragh District presents a framed scroll to Bridget Drohan, District. are a newly formed group He highlighted that to “keep up the good O’Leary said. who help people with Chaat Network. Also included is Ann O'Brien who presented €200 proceeds of a fund raiser to He concurred that it was approximately 700 people work”. Mary Dunphy, Chaat Network. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] mental health problems. Cllr. Brazil hit out at the very disappointing that any die by suicide every year, yet She thanked Cllr. Brazil it is not as widely reported government for not doing government would confor all his support and for as the annual deaths caused enough in relation to men- sider a cut to funding to the presentation. South tal health and was scathing such an important part of by road traffic collisions. Coast Triathlon ClubNiamh Cllr. Brazil said mental in his criticism of the gov- health, such as mental Connolly, speaking on health and suicide is a ernment taking €12m from health. behalf of Pieta House South Cllr. Seanie Power con‘taboo’ subject in Irish soci- the budget to deal with East thanked Cllr. Brazil for his help and for honouring the work Pieta House does. GROW AWARE Speaking on behalf of the THE mission of GROW is to AWARE provides information on Samaritans, Anthony nurture mental health, personal depression for many people and Hamilton, Director of growth, prevention and full continues to maintain and develop Waterford and South East recovery from all kinds of mental depression and mood-related Samaritans, said it was an illness. disorder support services. honour to be with the GROW meets at the Their aim is to reach as many other groups to accept the Presentation Sisters, 11 Childers presentation. He comEstate, Dungarvan, at 8.00 p.m. on people as possible, through online mended Cllr. Brazil for all support as well as face-to-face Mondays; and 2.30 p.m. pm the work he has done to Waterford City & County Council, Comeragh District Cathaoirleach Reception for Mental Health options. Tuesdays. raise awareness of mental Groups. Cllr. Liam Brazil Cathaoirleach Comeragh District presents a framed scroll to Anthony More information www.aware.ie / More information www.grow.ie health in Waterford and the Hamilton, Director Samaritans. Also included is Ann O'Brien who presented €200 proceeds of a or find them on Facebook. or find them on Facebook. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] help he has given to fund raiser to Martina McEnery, Samaritans.

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Waterford City & County Council, Comeragh District Cathaoirleach Reception for Mental Health Groups. Cllr. Liam Brazil Cathaoirleach Comeragh District presents a framed scroll to Sr. Gertrude, Grow. Also included is Ann O'Brien who presented €200 proceeds of a fundraiser and Christine Mulcahy and Mary Comerford, Grow. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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CHAAT NETWORK THE Chaat Network is a low-cost counselling and coaching service available in Dungarvan, provided by four counsellors. They are a new group, established two years ago in Dungarvan, and help people who have problems with mental health. More information, find the Chaat Network on Facebook or contact 083-8406022.

PIETA HOUSE PIETA House is the centre for the prevention of self-harm or suicide. Renovations on a new Pieta House centre at 20 Waterside, Waterford City are expected to be completed later this month. It will be the tenth Pieta House opened in Ireland. The annual ‘Darkness into Light’ walk is the flagship fundraiser for Pieta House. More information www.pieta.ie / or find them on facebook.

SAMARITANS WATERFORD and South East Samaritans provide emotional support around the clock (24/7) for anyone experiencing feelings of distress or despair and going through emotional crisis in life. Their volunteers provide emotional support to callers via telephone, email, SMS and face-to-face. Their new freephone number is 116-123. The Samaritans celebrate 40 years this year in Waterford and the South East. More information www.samaritans.org or find them on Facebook.

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Dungarvan Community Hospital / Irish Red Cross Garden Party A WONDERFUL time was had by all at the inaugural Garden Party at Dungarvan Community Hospital recently – over 200 guests of all ages enjoyed beautiful sunshine, a dance, music, culinary delights from the hospital’s excellent kitchen facilities including a BBQ, Therapeutic Handcare, the launch of the new minibus and so much more throughout the afternoon in the hospital grounds. The Garden Party was organised by Antoinette Coffey, the Area Director of Health & Social Care of the Irish Red Cross Waterford Area in association with Dungarvan Community Hospital. Months of preparation, tremendous generosity by various sponsors and untold volunteer hours made the event a wonderful, memorable afternoon for patients and their family members and friends, staff and volunteers alike. A big thank you to David McCarthy, John and Noel Coffey who were instrumental in setting up the dance floor, transporting chairs, hanging decorations, putting up marquees and gazebos and ensured that all was in place by the time the first guests arrived. Lar

Power provided the stage for our well versed MC Paddy Joe Ryan and Martin Mannion & Family who provided beautiful tunes. Monnie Hallahan and the Sliabh gCua Dancers displayed a great programme of dances on the dance floor for which Gerry Mahoney provided the materials. A big thank you also to Josephine McGrath who made cones readily available to keep everyone safe on the roads and to Maurice Butler who provided the ice cream cart with the most delicious and welcome cold treats on the glorious summer day. The day would not have been possible without the tremendous input and work by Paula French, Dungarvan Community Hospital’s Director of Nursing and her team, with a special mention for the kitchen staff who went way above and beyond to serve up fantastic BBQ dishes and desserts. A big well done to all the volunteers of all ages, from the three branches in the Irish Red Cross Waterford Area – Dungarvan, Waterford City and Portlaw- who assisted with transporting patients to the party, serving food, providing Therapeutic

Hand Care, catching up with old friends and meeting new friends, creating table decorations for guests to take home and enjoying the craic with the many guests present. It was an honour for all to be present at the launch of the newly purchased minibus for Dungarvan Hospital which had been fundraised for over the past year. A wonderful day to remember for years to

come, well done to Antoinette Coffey and her team. If you would like to find out more, or if you are interested in joining our Health and Social Care Team, please contact us on 087 6262 433.

Pictured – Guests and helpers at the Garden Party in Dungarvan Community Hospital.

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Digisat reaching a global audience for fifteen years WHILE hurling fans will be packing their cars with flasks and ham Blaas this weekend for the Munster final, one small team of highly skilled professionals will be packing their vans with dishes of a different kind – those of a satellite variety. Digisat, part of An Rinn based Nemeton TV, is celebrating 15 years of bringing some of the biggest and best sporting, political and social moments to a global audience by satellite this summer. Audiences all over the globe can thank this small innovative team for transmitting occasions such as the G8 Summit in Lough Erne, the Royal weddings and visits to Ireland by the Queen and US Presidents Bush and Obama to their living rooms.

But it’s the live sporting occasions which fuel the passion of the team, led by An Rinn native and hurling fanatic Tomás Mac Craith. “Munster final day in Thurles - it’s a big one and it’s great that we get to be a small part of that.We’ll certainly take a win on the day but the big prize for us is seeing our vans parked outside Croke Park on AllIreland Final Day. We will be the sole provider of satellite services for all the finals but our eye is definitely on the Liam McCarthy Cup. We will be there to capture the moment Waterford lift the cup and transmit it all over the world. That’s the

dream and we’re ready for it!” But GAA isn’t the only sport this in-demand team will be covering this summer for RTE, TG4 and Sky Sports, among others, as the countdown is also on to the Dublin Horse Show and the Galway Races. Electric Picnic is also on the agenda and the ever popular Rose of Tralee will be in homes of every Irish citizen and Irish descendant all over the world in August thanks to Digisat. Congratulating Tomás and his team on 15 years of unrivalled success, Nemeton CEO Irial Mac Murchú said: “We started

Digisat 15 years ago out of a need to provide up to the minute satellite services that could match standards all over the world. In that time, Tomás and his team have earned a reputation for their reliable, flexible, no nonsense approach. This has secured Digisat's place as a first choice uplink provider for many international television networks including TG4, RTÉ, TV3, BBC, Setanta, Network 7, SKY Sports and many others. “Last year we launched a new state of the art satellite van that has put us to the fore in terms of global satellite services and we look forward to many more years of bringing some of the most important, memorable and historic occasions to television viewers’ homes all over the world.”

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Safety awareness day on 7th July THURSDAY, 7th July, has been designated as pedestrian and cycle safety awareness day on our roads. Pedestrians and cyclists are vulnerable road users. An Garda Siochána, in association with the Road Safety Authority are asking pedestrians and cyclists to be more aware of their safety on the roads and ensure they are highly visible to other road users at all times. According to the RSA, there were 32 pedestrians killed and 9 pedal cyclists killed on our roads in 2015. We all share the road motorists, pedestrians and cyclists - and there are steps which can be taken to ensure safety for all road users. PEDESTRIANS As a pedestrian, you can take steps to ensure your safety while using the road: Stop, look and listen. Don’t try to cross the road between parked cars. Cross at a pedestrian crossing or traffic lights if

possible. Never cross at a bend. If there is a footpath, use it. If there is no footpath, walk / run / jog on the right hand side of the road facing oncoming traffic and keeping as close as possible to the side of the road. Walk no more than two abreast, and if the road is narrow, or there is heavy traffic, walk in single file. Intoxicated pedestrians are a source of danger to themselves and other road users. If you’ve had one too many, don’t attempt to walk - hail a taxi; use public transport; or get a lift from a non-drinking friend. INCREASING YOUR VISIBILITY Many fatal pedestrian collisions occur at night. Although you can hear a car coming and see its lights, the driver may not see you (and certainly won’t hear you). To make yourself more visible at night: Always wear reflective

armbands, high-visibility belt or other reflective or fluorescent clothing which will help. you to be seen from a distance Carry a torch on country roads. CYCLISTS As a cyclist, you can reduce your risk of death or injury on the roads by following some simple advice. It is the law to have working lights and a bell on your bike at all tines. Like all road users, cyclists must obey the Rules of the Road - never run traffic lights - a red stop light means ‘stop’ for all vehicles, including bicycles. Show other road users, such as motorists, what you intend to do always look and signal before you start, stop, or turn. Never pull out, turn, or change lanes without signalling and do not weave unpredictably in and out of traffic. Respect other road users – don’t get into shouting matches with motorists;

stop at pedestrian crossings; don’t cycle on the footpath. Never cycle side by side with more than one cyclist. Never cycle in the dark without adequate lighting - white lights for front and red lights for the rear. Cyclists should always wear luminous clothing, such as hi-vis vests, fluorescent armbands and reflective belts so that other road users can see you. Always wear a helmet when cycling. Maintain your bike properly - in particular, your brakes should work properly and your tyres should be inflated to the right pressure and be in good condition. MORE INFORMATION For more information on pedestrian and cycle safety on the roads, check out the Road Safety Authority’s website www.rsa.ie / or the Garda Siochána’s website www.garda.ie.

Platforms for disabled access to buses is ‘being addressed’ PLATFORMS to allow disabled people to access to buses in Dungarvan is being addressed by the Council, the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council was

told. Cllr. Joe Kelly said that issues regarding disabled people accessing the bus service in Dungarvan was raised at a recent meeting between the

Council and Disability Network. Cllr. Kelly queried if the Council can install platforms to facilitate the lowering of ramps from CIE buses and other

buses, to facilitate people with disabilities and parents with buggies. Director of Services for Roads, Paul Daly said the matter in Dungarvan is being addressed.

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Nominate your Pharmacist for Pharmacist of the Year PEOPLE across the country are being encouraged to nominate their pharmacist for Pharmacist of the Year. Clanwilliam The Pharmacist Awards is an annual event that recognises the contribution of the pharmacy profession to healthcare. The ‘Patient Nominated Award’ is awarded to a pharmacist

who goes above and beyond to help their patients or community and make a positive impact on their life or health. The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) is encouraging members of the public to get behind their local pharmacist and nominate them for this special award. Daragh Connolly, IPU President, said, “These

Greg Broderick in last year's Aga Khan Cup.

Awards are an important event each year. There are pharmacists who go above and beyond their roles every day for their patients and communities. The Awards are a great way of recognising this and we are encouraging people to get involved.” close Nominations 15th July, so make sure you log on to www.pharmacistawards.com to vote.

Newly elected Chairperson of the Comeragh District Cllr. John O'Leary with seated Eddie Ruane, Fergus Galvin (Waterford City & County Council) and Michael Walsh, CEO Watertord City & County Council. Standing from left: Cllr. Liam Brazil, Cllr. Declan Clune, Cllr. Ray Murphy, Cllr. Michael J Ryan and Cllr. Seanie Power. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Michael Quinn, Three Sisters 2020, and MEP Liadh Ní Riada at Kilkenny Castle.

Olympic medal hopefuls competing at July’s Show THIS month’s Dublin Horse Show offers visitors a chance to see gold medal contenders for this Summer’s Olympic Games competing in this year’s Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup next month. With many show jumping teams using Dublin as one of their final competitive preparations before going to Brazil, Ireland will have to be at their best to retain the Aga Khan Trophy they won in such style last year. Battling them for top spot will be 2012 Olympic champions Great Britain, the USA, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, as well as Czech Republic who will compete for the first time. Czechoslovakia did compete once before, in 1933, but 2016 will be the first time a Czech Republic team competes. This year the Dublin Horse Show has moved to 20th-24th July to accommodate riders competing at both Dublin and at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. The last time the Show

moved to July was in 1992 to accommodate the Barcelona Olympics, a year that saw Ireland win the Aga Khan Trophy. Ireland are also in the hunt to retain their title from last year which they won convincingly with a round in hand. Irish Olympic rider Greg Broderick went double clear for that win and he and Rio-bound MHS Going Global will be at the Show, as will other Irish riders who are performing very well on the international circuit, including Bertram Allen, Denis Lynch, Cian O’Connor and Daragh Kenny. The Dublin Horse Show is one of the last five star events before the Olympic Games in August, and because of this a high level of competition is expected across the 14 international competitions as riders and horses get themselves up to speed. The Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at the Dublin Horse Show is one of the centre pieces of the Dublin Horse Show; a pin-

nacle event for the Irish Horse Sport industry that is worth €700 million to rural Ireland and responsible for 13,000 jobs (Dept. Agriculture). The Show itself is worth over €45 million for the local economy and acts as a focal point for many people involved professionally and socially in equestrianism in Ireland. Teams competing this year: • Czech Republic • France • Ireland – winners of last year’s Nations Cup; won St Gallen Nations Cup, June • Italy • Sweden • Great Britain – reigning Olympic Champions; winners of Rome Nations Cup, May • Netherlands – current World & European champions; winners of le Baule Nations Cup, May & Rotterdam Nations Cup, June • USA – winners of 2014 Nations Cup

EU must give the South East a chance – Liadh Ní Riada, MEP SINN Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada has said she will engage in high level lobbying in Brussels and Strasbourg in support of the Three Sisters 2020 bid for European Capital of Culture designation. Speaking in Kilkenny where she met with Mr. Michael Quinn, who heads up the bid team, Liadh explained that she will meet with the European Commissioner with overall responsibility for the scheme. Liadh Ní Riada said: “The South East has so much to offer to visitors, to investors and most crucially to the people who live there. The Three Sisters bid sums up the potential of the region, as well as the creativity and human

wealth that can be found in Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford. “I will meet next week with the European Commissioner for Culture Mr. Tibor Navracsics in Strasbourg to put forward the case for the South East to be awarded the European Capital of Culture designation in 2020. “A decision will be made in mid-July and between now and then I will lobby at European level to raise awareness of the huge potential of the South East. “This bid is novel in its approach and impressive in its breadth. It factors in the cultural wealth of the South East, and weaves a tapestry that includes opera in Wexford, the craft tradition in Kilkenny and the high-

energy street performance that marks Summer in Waterford. “The team behind the bid have put together an ambitious programme that will use the Capital of Culture as a foundation for the development of a sustainable and vibrant cultural sector for the South East, ensuring that there is longterm benefit to any investment. “Success will not just mean an increase in visitor numbers, or greater access to the arts for locals, but it will bring strong investment in the South East and lead to job creation and economic growth. Following years of neglect from successive Governments it is now time for the South East to be given a chance.”

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Opening time looms for Youghal’s Clock Gate By Christy Parker PLANS to re-open Youghal’s Clock Gate as a major heritage attraction are nearing completion, with tours expected to commence in August. Craftsmen and technicians are presently fitting out the 18th century monument’s four floors, in a process involving 17 specialist companies. “We’re looking at specialist joinery, electrics, graphics, costumes, models, audiovisual aids, film production, etc.”, says Aileen Murray, Manager of the Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group (YSEDG), which is spearheading the €650,000 plus project that is expected to add €1.4m per annum to the local economy. Each floor will depict a historic period, from the 1400’s when the tower was preceded by Trinity Castle, one of five gateways into Youghal. The tower clock was originally installed in 1620 to broadcast the death of children and was retained when

the tower was built in the 1770’s as a jail, which it was closed in 1837. The evolving social, political and commercial life of Youghal outside the town centre jail will also be reflected, as will the tower’s role as a private residence until the 1950’s. The project is being designed by Scroope Design, Courtmacsherry While the jail held many a miscreant, more serious offenders were transferred to Cork. Some floggings and a few executions were associated with the tower, particularly after the 1798 rebellion. The building closed as a small museum in 1993, with the current renewal launched by the former town council in 2008. Cork County Council currently leases the monument to the YSEDG under a 10 year contract. The restoration programme was boosted by Fáilte Ireland’s Ancient Ireland East initiative as the tourist body provided

€200,000 funding towards the €350,000 design and fit-out stage, with match funding from Cork County Council. Previously, conservation and restoration of the building’s exterior was funded by €240,000 from SECAD, while Youghal Town Council had contributed towards preliminary €60,000 planning costs. Visitors will book tours not exceeding 20 members at the nearby tourist office.Technology and craft will play a part, including language translations and digitally created images of old Youghal but it will, ultimately, “be all about stories”, says Ms. Murray. Cork historian Dr. Alicia St. Leger has researched extensively to create scripted tales of bygone times. “The stories are highly authentic and derived from archival records and similar sources”, assures the manager. “They will bring Youghal and the Clock gate’s past to life magnificently.”

Housing round-up for Dungarvan-Lismore District By Christy Parker LATEST statistics show that Waterford Council has processed 16 housing applications from the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District during May, bringing the total to 66 for the year so far. Of those, eight and 27 respectively were officially approved prior to June’s Municipal District meeting. The council allocated five houses in May and there were three refusals, with 16 new tenancies created to date this year. The council currently has 978 housing units, of which 15 have been refurbished this year. There have been 80 housing maintenance requests resolved in 2016, with a further 77 pending. In other housing matters, the council has received €350,000 funding from the Dept of Community and Local Government towards the

upgrading of council houses under the government’s Energy Efficiency Retrofitting scheme.The money will be used in part to upgrade some of older housing stock in the Dungarvan district that have not yet received an insulation upgrade. Meantime, Dungarvan’s Caseyville and Keating Street have been identified as estates in need of and qualified for energy upgrading under the SEAI 75% grant aid scheme.The number of houses to be upgraded will depend on the available funding. Figures to May 25th record that the council’s Mobility Aids Scheme (max €6,000) allocated a total of €11,700 to two applicants during May. One applicant received Housing Aid for Older People grant-aid (max €8,000) of €4,275. The accumulative total of these two grant aid mechanisms, plus the Housing Adaption for People with a Disability (max €30,000) for 2016 is €51,977 amongst 11 recipients.

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subject which is here to stay and will be campaigned for, under one guise or another, or by one hard case or another. However, thirty years on, the national commitment to the Eighth Amendment is as strong as ever and, compassionate as the Irish people are, a liberal abortion regime would be a step too far for most.

Water charges take their toll again THE vexed question of water charges continues to take its toll. It will be difficult for people to understand just what was in Joe O’Toole’s mind when he expressed opinions on Monday last about Irish Water and the question of the application of water charges. As head of the Water Commission which is charged with the responsibility of dealing with the fall-out from the introduction of water charges, deciding on the appropriateness of water charges and making recommendations for the future of water supply, Mr. O’Toole should have maintained an objective mind, outlook and public stance on the matter. This is not just standard practice, but a requirement of his position and role in the investigations of the commission. Instead, he came out on Monday last to announce that he was generally in favour of water charges as also the principle of the polluter paying. In the minds of most people, this would signal that the Chairman of the Commission, charged and expected to stay neutral in the debate, already has his mind made up on the outcome of the review. This was most irresponsible of the experienced Chairman and naturally there are calls for his resignation, both from political leaders and the public. Considered objectively, there is no way Mr. O’Toole could continue in his role with credibility, while retaining the confidence of the people and Government. In his former role as union leader, Mr. O’Toole had enjoyed the confidence and respect of much of the public. Many people will now be undecided and it is incumbent on him to clarify his stance or leave the investigation. His claims that he can ‘referee an honest and open debate’ are being widely rejected and there seems little alternative now to his resignation.

Bending Cabinet rules THE principle of Collective Cabinet Responsibility in this country is dictated by Constitutional requirement and, regardless of the arguments put forward by current

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Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Ministers, they are locked into a legal requirement which they cannot shirk. Currently, some Ministers wish and intend to take an opposing stance to that decided in cabinet in regard to the review of abortion law under the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution, but legally and realistically, they are bound by the decision of the majority of the Cabinet. While article 28 of the Constitution states the Government must be collectively “responsible” to Dáil Éireann, it also stipulates that it shall “meet and act as a collective authority”. This means that observance of the rule is not simply a matter of political convention, as in Great Britain, but is legally binding upon them. The question of allowing the introduction of abortion in this country has been a vexed one for thirty years since the introduction into the Constitution of the Eighth Amendment which gives equal right to the life of the child as well as the mother. This has always been fraught with controversy and now, immense pressure is being applied to have the Eighth Amendment abolished, ostensibly to allow for the introduction of ‘limited’ abortion. Few will believe that this leniency would stop at so called fatal foetal abnormality, but would inevitably be the fore-runner of a liberal abortion regime. However, it is felt that with the abolition or relaxation of the terms of the Eighth Amendment, the way will be clear to introduce widespread abortion provision in this country. There is no evidence that anywhere near a majority of the population would endorse that course, but a vocal and powerful minority have abolition as their ultimate aim. Those in favour of abortion provision are demanding a free vote for TDs and Cabinet members, but legally, this may be impossible. However, in the interests of avoiding a Cabinet crisis and with a view to staying in power, the Taoiseach may once more cave in to demands and allow a vote according to conscience. The question of the widening of abortion provision is a

Déise seek another Munster crown SPORTING enthusiasts across the county will be well aware that Waterford Senior Hurlers will contest the Munster Final next Sunday against the Premier County, Tipperary in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick. This promises to be a highly entertaining game played between two enthusiastic, talented and committed teams, with neither wiling to give an inch. The game is well previewed in our sports pages, so here we will confine ourselves to wishing the team well, a strong performance and a victory, even by the narrowest of margins. Sports fans will be glutted after several weeks of unrelenting coverage of ‘the beautiful game’ and will be well ready for the kind of robust encounter which is the Munster Final each year. There will be none better to deliver such a display than the young Déise hurlers who have thrilled their spectators with exceptional skill, commitment, focus and a hunger to succeed. They will make formidable opposition and fans will be confident, not only of a spectacular display of hurling skill, but another Munster title as well. While there will be exponents of our other three disciplines, camogie, ladies and mens football through the course of the Summer and Autumn, it is the hurling game which attracts most attention. As our Gaelic expert points out, Tipperary have not really been tested in their games against Cork and Limerick while Derek McGrath’s charges’ trilogy against Clare provided better preparation for our men. But it will be courage, skill and commitment which should see the Déise through and, formidable as the Tipperary display might be, Waterford are well capable of delivering the victory. Beir bua, Déise Déaglán!

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The Park Hotel makes third place in Irish Times ‘50 great places to stay or eat’ this Summer

Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, was listed in seventh position on the top 50 list, under ‘Romantic Hotels’.

Total of four County Waterford premises makes the Top 50 list FOUR County Waterford establishments made the 50 great places to stay or eat this Summer in last weekends Irish Times ’ Travel Magazine. The article highlights some great eating spots and places to stay throughout Ireland. The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, was listed in third place under ‘Family Hotels’ as a great place to stay in the article, which says the hotel “has a whole host of fun things for families, and a complimentary evening kids club,

so parents can have dinner alone”. M e a n w h i l e , Ardmore’s Cliff House Hotel is seventh position on the top 50 list, under ‘Romantic Hotels’. The article states: “If ever a hotel was built for romance it is the Cliff House. Every room faces the sea and some have lovely balconies to sit on and watch the waves and sky change colour”. Under ‘Small Hotels’, Hanora’s Cottage in the Nire Valley is placed in 20th position on the top 50 list. “Five-star reviews all round attest to the con-

sistent welcoming atmosphere and fine food,” the article stated. Making 34th position on the top 50 list, under ‘Places to Eat’, is The Tannery Restaurant, Dungarvan. The article states the restaurant combines “great ingredients with great kitchen skills to delicious effect”. The full article and list of 50 great places to stay or eat can be viewed on the Irish Times website: www.irishtimes.com/lif e-and-style/travel/50great-places-to-stay-oreat-in-ireland1.2703875.

Hanora’s Cottage, Nire Valley, was listed in 20th position on the top 50 list under ‘Small Hotels’.

The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, was listed in third place under ‘Family Hotels’ as a great place to stay. More information on the establishments - check out their websites: The Park Hotel - www.flynnhotels.com Cliff House Hotel - www.thecliffhousehotel.com Hanora’s Cottage - www.hanorascottage.com The Tannery Restaurant - www.tannery.ie.

The Tannery Restaurant, Dungarvan, was listed in 34th position on the top 50 list under ‘Places to Eat’.

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Support reiterated for Comeragh promotional video

Newly elected Chairperson of the Comeragh District Cllr. John O'Leary with his wife Eileen. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

COMERAGH Municipal District Council reiterated its backing for a promotional video to publicise the attractions of the area. At the June meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said he hoped the suggestion, which was proposed at the previous month’s meeting, is raised at the Council’s CPG (Corporate Policy

Group) committee. The proposal suggested that the promotional video should highlight the Comeragh area and its attractions and be posted on social media for impact. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil concurred that the Comeragh Council would be fully supporting the proposal.

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Update on Grattan Square refurbishment works FOLLOWING formal written communication between the ‘Client’ (Waterford City & County Council) a meeting took place with the Client and the Construction Management Team. At this meeting assurances were given that Wills Bros would improve on their performance and add extra resources (pavers). An extra 6 pavers have been added to the project this week bring the total number to 26. The Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber has been assured that new areas will not be opened in the town centre until permission is sought by Wills Brothers and granted by the Client when they are confident

deadlines are being met and progress being made. Meanwhile the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber is still preparing for a minimum completion date of end of 2016 based on current pace. Other realistic completion dates are as follows: Section 3B (Gourmet House to Shalloe's Corner) completion date of the ‘Main Slab area’ approx. 9th July, footpaths outside the businesses to be finished approx. completion date 22nd July. Section 9B - Main Street – Credit Union – Ulster Bank is expected to be completed 18th July. Main Street – Shalloe's Corner -

Raj Balti House – work is expected to start 18th July and take 3-4 weeks. O’Connell Street Corner – finish date of area currently being worked on Better Finances – Rossiter Butchers realistically due to be finished 15th July. If the deadlines are met at section 3B (Shalloe’s Corner), a part of the construction team will move to the centre of the Square, opposite Curran’s Hardware down to the former Halifax Bank corner, access and parking in this section will still be available in the newly developed area during any work in this section.

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Council to proceed with 12 proposed houses for Portlaw THERE were no submissions on Waterford Council’s proposal to build houses at the Coolfin Woods Estate in Portlaw, and it is hoped the development will go to tender in October, 2016. The proposed development was recently placed on public display for submissions from the public, as per Part 8 planning regulations. At the June meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Councillors were told that there no submissions on the proposed development. The Council is seeking

to build 12 dwellings at the existing Coolfin Woods housing estate, Portlaw. As part of the planning conditions, the houses won’t be occupied until the Waste Water Treatment Plant has been upgraded and the public open space area suitably landscaped for the enjoyment of the entire community. On the proposal of Cllr. John O’Leary, seconded by Cllr. Declan Clune, the Council passed the Part 8 document. The proposed development will now move to the design stage and it is hoped will be ready for tender by October, 2016.

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THE Summer season is being celebrated in style with a Hog Roast scheduled for Murray’s Pub overlooking the sea in Helvick at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, July 9th. “In aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station, the sweet and succulent Hog Roast will be served on Barron’s blaas accompanied by apple sauce, stuffing, gravy, lettuce and coleslaw” said Connie Kiersey from the RNLI fundraising committee who will assist chef Deuglan O Reagain from Helvick RNLI whose brother Seán is also a crew member. “Tickets are €6; there is no need to book in advance. The evening will serve as the launch of the 22nd Helvick Swim & BBQ scheduled for 1.00 p.m. on Sunday, August 14th, on Helvick Pier,” said Kevin O Morchoe, RNLI Hon Fundraising Chairman. “All are welcome to join us and meet up with old and new friends for a great evening of bia, ceol agus craic in Murray’s Tigh Uí Mhuirithe on the beautiful Helvick peninsula in the Waterford Gaeltacht” he added. Info: (058) 46314; 086 122 5818; info@joanclancygallery.com

RNLB Robert Armstrong near the Blackrock in Dungarvan Bay with Liam Harty at the helm and crew Tomás Rua Ó Cadhla, Richard Haynes and Cathal Reilly. [John Foley]

Respond must ensure road facing properties in Ceol na Mara, Kill, are safety proofed for young families – Clune SINN Féin Councillor Declan Clune is calling on the Respond organisation to ensure that road facing properties at the Ceol Na Mara housing estate in Kill, Co. Waterford, are safety

proofed for families with young children. “Ceol Na Mara has had more than its fair share of difficulties in recent times including serious breaches of building regulations.

Respond have purchased 19 houses in the estate from NAMA and are in the process of interviewing potential tenants. There are six houses at the front of the estate which face directly onto the R681 Kilmeaden road.There is no boundary wall or fence in front of these six houses to prevent a child from walking the short distance of 18ft from the front door of the property to the road. There is a 50kmph speed limit along this stretch of road which is rarely observed. I have a genuine concern that the combination of speeding vehicles and the lack of a barrier to keep young children within the confines of the property will lead to a serious accicent. I have contacted Respond directly who have informed me that there is no budget to erect a wall or

fence. I am urging Respond to reconsider this decision and child proof the properties as I believe they

have a duty of care to their tenants to ensure their safety and the safety of their children.”

Iarnród Éireann held a special event to commemorate Joseph Mary Plunkett at Waterford Station IARNRÓD Éireann held a special event at Plunkett Station,Waterford to remember Joseph Mary Plunkett on Saturday, 25th June, at 13.15hrs. The Station was renamed after him in 1966. The event was a huge success with over 200 people attending on the day, helped out by the beautiful weather. Deputy Mayor of Waterford, Cllr. John O’Leary addressed the crowd congratulating everyone involved including, Iarnród Éireann, Mount Congreve, Waterford City and Council, Waterford Chamber, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann, Vice Principal Bill Doherty and pupils of Mount Sion, for all the effort they put in and all their involvement in setting up such a brilliant event. Donnchadh Ó Ceallacháin, Keeper Medieval Museum and Historian also spoke and he imparted a lot of very interesting information on the life of Joseph Mary Plunkett and also the events that led up to the 1916 Rising. Honor Ó Brolchain, Grandniece of Joseph Mary Plunkett and author of 16 Lives, Joseph Plunkett addressed the event. She spoke with great passion and respect about her Grand Father and shared special memories and details about

1916 and events surrounding the rising. A large number of the Plunkett family made the journey to Waterford to attend the event and were overwhelmed by the event and thanked Emmet Cotter and all the staff for the warm welcome they extended to them. Emmett Cotter, District Manager, Iarnród Éireann acknowledged many community partners who helped make this very special day in Waterford Station so successful. The groups included were Mount Congreve, Mount Sion Secondary School, Waterford City and County Council, Waterford Chamber, Jan Cantwell 1916 co-ordinator, SISK and West Pharma. A wreath was laid in memory of Joseph Mary Plunkett by Siobhan Plunkett and Deputy Lord Mayor of Waterford City & County, Cllr. John O’Leary. The unveiling of the new Joseph Mary Plunkett hybrid rhododendron was carried out by his nephew Stephen Count Plunkett and the Deputy Mayor. Iarnród Éireann are hosting similar events at Stations right across the country that were renamed in 1966. For more details, please go to www.irishrail.ie

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Trudi Morrissey, Louise Beresford, Darragh Connolly, Joan Clancy and Mary Beresford pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Scout Group to take over ‘Teapot’ Church FUNDS from the ‘Built Heritage Investment Scheme’ will be used to repair the roof of Kilronan Church, Ballymacarbry, before it is occupied by the Ballymacarbry Scout Group. At the June meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said Kilronan Church, which is known locally as ‘The Teapot Church’ is being refurbished under the ‘Built Heritage Investment Scheme 2016’. “I was involved in that with our previous Director (Brian White) two or three years ago, when I asked that it would be passed back to the community for a 99

year lease,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “I’m delighted the Scouts are willing to take it on board,” he said. Cllr. O’Ryan asked that any ‘loose ends’ be tied up. “There has been no paperwork passed over as of now, and while I’m hopeful the first phase of repairs will begin in July, I hope the contracts will be fully furnished and given over, so work can really start this Summer,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. Kilronan Church is a gothic-style Church of Ireland church which dates from the 1800s. It was a small chapel which seated approximately 30 people.

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Kilronan Church, Ballymacarbry, known locally at the ‘Teapot Church’.

Very slow progress on Council ‘taking in charge’ Portlaw estate WATERFORD Council acknowledged that the process of attempting to take in charge the Cúl Rua housing estate in Portlaw is ‘dragging on’, but it is progressing. Cllr. Declan Clune told the June meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that the negotiations between the Council and receivers of the housing estate development appears to be “never ending” and said the situation hasn’t changed in the past 18 months. Ann Kiely, Senior Executive Engineer, Planning Section, acknowledged the

process appears to be ‘dragging on’. “We are going step by step. The progress is small and slow, but we’ll get there,” she said. Ms. Kiely said the negotiations with the receiver are in relation to the works needed to be carried out and the cost of those works. She said the receiver will come back to the Council with either a proposal to do the works needed, so the Council can release the bond, or a cash settlement will be made so the Council can carry out the works.

Votes of sympathy expressed by Comeragh District Council COMERAGH Municipal District Council observed a minute’s silence as a mark of respect on the recent passing of Gerry Clune of Sweetbriar Lawn, Tramore. Mr. Clune was father to Cllr. Declan Clune. Votes of sympathy were also expressed to families of recently deceased around the county.

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T h r e e S i s te rs E u r o p e a n C a p i t a l o f C u l t u r e B i d B o o k o n v i ew fo r t h e p u b l i c

European Capital of Culture 2020 candidate the Three Sisters (Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford) enlisted the help of folk musicians the Carty Sisters to launch a series of free, public exhibitions of the ‘Bid Book’ across the region. The book is being reviewed by the European Capital of Culture selection panel, which will visit the region on July 13th. Pictured in New Ross are Saoirse, Naoise and Ciara Carty. [Patrick Browne]

THE people of Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford have an exciting opportunity to view an exhibition of the official Three Sisters European Capital of Culture Bid Book this week. The free, public events will celebrate the fantastic achievement of the Three Sisters Bid Team in achieving shortlisting for the region for the European Capital of Culture (ECoC) 2020 title. The events will begin on Thursday, July 7th, at John Roberts Square in Waterford, or in the City Square Shopping centre in the event of bad weather. On Friday, July 8th, the exhibition will move to Kilkenny at the Tholsel on High Street, with the final event in Wexford on Saturday, July 9th, at the Three Sisters 2020 Culture Centre on North Main Street. The document has been kept confidential until this point, so these events will give attendees an exclusive, first glimpse of the contents. The book is currently being evaluated by the ECoC

selection panel, ahead of its hugely anticipated visit to the south-east region on July 13th. Members of the Three Sisters Bid Team will be on hand to guide people through the book, while a range of spectacular photographs by Alan Higgins, which were specially commissioned for the document, will also be displayed. Commenting on the celebratory exhibitions, Three Sisters Bid Director Michael Quinn said “Everyone from the southeast region and beyond is welcome to come along and view our Bid Book, of which we are immensely proud. The local people, who have shown such great support for the Bid, and been so enthusiastic with the outpouring of pride in the region, will be very interested to see the vision we have laid out for hosting the 2020 European Capital of Culture.” Mr. Quinn continued “Winning the title will promote our region throughout Europe and the vast

benefits will be felt by generations to come. We are encouraging everyone to come along and chat about these great opportunities with members of the Three Sisters bid team, who have been doing such incredible work behind the scenes, and who will be on hand to guide people through the Book at these wonderful events.” One of the criteria that the ECoC panel will examine is the depth of local support for the Bid. The public can show their support in the crucial last few days of the selection process by liking Three Sisters Facebook page, following @3sisters2020 on Twitter and Instagram using #BitForTheBid, and using Three Sisters social media badge available on www.threesisters2020.ie Following the ECoC panel’s visit, and a presentation by ten members of the Bid Team, the 2020 winner will be formally announced on July 15th. Three Sisters is competing against Galway and Limerick for the title.

The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre (Waterford) win inaugural Pip & Pear ‘Pearing’ with a charity initiative AFTER a hugely successful first year, Pip & Pear Chilled Baby Food celebrated their 1st Birthday by donating €5000 to Children’s Charity - The Children's Sacred Heart Centre (Waterford). Founder Irene Queally and her team asked the public to nominate and vote for their favourite children’s charity. People voted in their thousands and the ultimate winner was The Children's Sacred Heart Centre 'Touching Hearts' who received a Pip & Pear donation of €5,000. The four other finalists BUMBLEance (Kerry), Saving Dylan (Dublin), Ben and Jake Connolly Trust (Laois) and Enable Ireland (Dublin) – each received a €250 donation from Pip & Pear. The current Sacred Heart Centre was built in 1974 under the auspices of The Irish Sisters of Charity and was transferred to the HSE in 2005. Following an identified gap in services, it was decided to set up The Friends & Family Association in 2006 to augment and enhance services for all children/ families with additional needs. The ‘Touching Hearts’ Project

has recently been established to provide a purpose built centre for current and future needs, and to develop services in partnership with the HSE and community that The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre and those they help can all be proud of in the years to come. The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre provides a Main Early Intervention Service which runs 5 days per week. The children range in age from 18 months – 5 years.This service provides intensive early intervention to children with complex needs who require a large amount of individual attention. The Centre works in close collaboration with families, therapists and others in providing a quality service. At the centre, children are given the opportunity to develop existing Personal, Cognitive, Communicative, Fine Motor and Gross Motor skills in a small group setting. The Sacred Heart Centre needs to raise €8 million over the next three years for this new building. To make a donation head to The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre https://www.idonate.ie/m obile/2515_friends-and-

family-of-the-sacred-heartcentre-.html Speaking on the first Pip and Pear #pearingwithachairty initiative, creator Irene Queally said; “We are delighted that so many people got involved and both nominated and voted for such worthy causes in their favourite children’s charities throughout the country. The five finalists were all very worthy causes and we are excited to see what our donation can do to help The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre in their endeavour to create a new building in their ‘Touching Hearts’ project”. Developed in 2015 by Waterford mum and restaurateur Irene Queally, Pip & Pear is a revolutionary new chilled baby food range which was conceived and developed in Irene’s kitchen at her restaurant, No. 9 Barronstrand Street winner of Ireland’s Best Family Friendly Restaurant 2015. Using Irene’s home cooked recipes and containing up to 2 of baby’s 5 a day fruit and veg portions; Irene has sourced top quality ingredients including Organic Fruit and Vegetables, Organic Gluten Free Baby Pasta, Bord Bia

Approved Irish Beef, Lamb and Chicken to create all this wholesome range. The tasty baby food range offers parents ‘the next best thing to homemade with all of

the goodness and none of the guilt’. Pip and Pear Chilled Baby Food offers the best nutritional options in a convenient little pot making it easier for babies

to transition to a broad range of solid foods, and can now be found in the Dairy Fridge in select Aldi and SuperValu Stores. For more information on

this amazing initiative please see www.pipandpear.ie or view updates on the Pip & Pear Facebook page at http://www.facebook.co m/pipandpearbaby

Pictured (from left to right) are Madel Whelan (5), Irene Queally, Lily Ann Sadler Flemming (4), Mary Lacey Crowe and Charlie Jenkins (4) at The Children’s Sacred Heart Centre (Waterford). As winners of the inaugural 'Pearing' With a Charity initiative, Mary Lacey Crowe from the charity today received a €5k donation from Pip & Pear Chilled Baby Food founder, Irene Queally. The donation will go in to the building fund for the charity’s ‘Touching Hearts’ project to build a new and improved space for the charity to provide intensive early intervention to children with complex needs who require a large amount of individual attention. The Sacred Heart Centre needs to raise €8 million over the next three years for this new building. www.pipandpear.ie

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Pictured in St. Augustine’s Friary, Dungarvan, as they celebrate a special Concelebrated Mass of Thanksgiving on the occasion of the 40th Jubilee of their ordination are from left: Fr. Flor O’Callaghan, OSA; Fr. Paddy Reilly, OSA, and Fr. Kieran O’Mahoney, OSA. They were joined by the Provincial of the Order, Fr. John Hennebry as well as Fr. Tony Egan, Prior, Dungarvan; Fr. Michael Brennock, Fr. Ben O’Brien and Fr. Michael Collender.

Augustinian Priests celebrate forty years THE three Augustinians also celebrated their Silver Jubilee in Dungarvan on 27th June, 2001, when the then Bishop of the Diocese, Dr. Michael Russell, who had ordained the three priests twenty-five years before, celebrated Mass to mark their milestone on the priesthood. Originally from Co. Kerry, Fr. Flor O’Callaghan is presently Parish Priest of Ballyboden, Co. Dublin, a parish administered by the Augustinian Order. He spent twelve years in Dungarvan, much of it as Prior and left to take up his position in Ballyboden two years ago. Fr. Paddy Reilly is originally from Clonmel and spent a number of years in Dungarvan where he also served as a Curate of the parish. He also spent some time as a Curate of the parish of

Ballyboden and is presently a Curate in the Augustinian Parish of Rivermount in Finglas in the ArchDiocese of Dublin. Fr. Kieran O'Mahony OSA is a scripture scholar, living in Orlagh, Firhouse, Dublin. He works in the Dublin diocese, providing biblical resources for parishes and for people in ministry. From 1990 until 2011, he worked in the Scripture Department at Milltown Institute in Dublin, latterly as head of department and associate professor. He is president both of the Irish Biblical Association and of the National Bible Society of Ireland and plays a prominent role in the Ecumenical movement. At the close of Mass, the Provincial of the order, Fr. John Hennebry paid tribute to the three priests and to their

work in many fields and locations during their forty years of priesthood and thanked them for their fruitful work in the ‘vineyard of the Lord’. He asked the congregation for prayers for vocations to the Augustinian Order that they might continue their work among the people of Ireland and in their missions overseas. He also congratulated local priest, Fr. Michael Collender, OSA who will celebrate the Silver Jubilee of his Ordination at the Vigil Mass in the Friary this coming Saturday evening. Throughout the Mass, the Friary Choir enhanced the celebration with their singing, a feature of masses with which Fr. O’Callaghan and Fr. O’Reilly were familiar from their years in Dungarvan.

Concerns of heavy traffic use at Kilmeaden’s High Road during N25 closure THE recent road closure of the N25 at Kildermody to facilitate works on the Greenway project was the subject of debate at the June meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. Outgoing Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil noted the road closure from 1st to 4th July, saying people living along the High Road in Kilmeaden had concerns because they felt traffic heading in the Dungarvan direction will take the High Road instead of the signposted diversionary route through Portlaw.

“Anybody who knows the High Road will take this road if there is a diversion on the N25,” said Cllr. Brazil. “The High Road is not able for a high volume of traffic which the N25 would take,” Cllr. Brazil said. Concurring, incoming Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary said he received a number of representations from concerned residents and suggested the road should be manned at the entrance of the High Road. “Inevitably, traffic will take the fastest route and

will use the High Road instead of going the further distance of Portlaw,” said Cllr. O’Leary. Senior Executive Engineer, Pat McCarthy, confirmed the road closure was for the weekend only to facilitate the construction of an underpass as part of the Greenway project. He said the Council looked at a possible diversion of the N25, but it was not possible, so an underpass had to be constructed. It was hoped that the volume of traffic using the N25 during the weekend would not be as heavy as week day traffic.

He said the Council would monitor the diversion. As every road is a public road, it wasn’t possible for the Council to stop traffic using a route, such as the High Road, but said the route would be manned to ensure there isn’t a large volume of heavy traffic using the High Road, and that heavy traffic “follows the most appropriate diversion”. Cllr. Ray Murphy suggested the Council erect temporary lights coming into Portlaw, to alert the traffic they are coming into the village.

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M a r r y M e I re l a n d a n d c i v i l ce re m o n i es

Liam McCarthy, Youghal, performing his first wedding on Youghal Rugby Field.

SINCE the marriage referendum last year the way we say ‘I do’ has essentially changed our whole culture, and strengthened our bonds with diverse communities worldwide. Wedding bells no longer toll for the conventional Irish Wedding. Although we are amongst the most jovial and generous in the world in the way we celebrate the vows. The ritual of religious organisations is not the only way to say ‘I do’. The right for any couple to marry has now changed the spiritual landscape of where they celebrate and acknowledge these vows of love and devotion to each other. In past times couples who had different values and beliefs to the archaic religious views imposed on Irish newlyweds, co-inhabited. Some waving off the ‘living in sin’ and ‘make a decent woman of her’ jokes at family functions. Our right to show how we love each other has diversified how we choose to marry. Marry Me Ireland is as new organisation offering couples a fresh and unique way to celebrate their ‘I do’s’. Already grabbing the attention of the Sean O’Rourke show on Radio 1 the Marry Me Ireland has embraced the opportunities couples seek to create a unique wedding day for their needs. Not only has this taken an overly religious aspect out of the ceremony it also allows Men and Women to become celebrants for those important decisions in life. Youghal man Liam McCarthy after listening to the Sean O’Rourke show inquired about training to become a celebrant and has recently graduated along with a class of five. The course and training was co-ordinated by Marry Me Ireland and Liam says it is an exciting venture he now can take. “I want to help others celebrate those important mile

stones in life.” A local business and family man, Liam after leaving school attended Maynooth and Saint John’s in Waterford to study for the priesthood. Conflicted he said “I also really wanted to be a family man.” Returning home Liam put his studies of Religion and philosophy behind him and ran the family business, a grocery store at the end of Cork Hill in Youghal. Having raised a large family, Liam understands the importance of marking the milestones of life in a special and unique way, and is looking forward to assisting families in designing ceremonies to celebrate other significant milestones such as naming, coming of age, renewal of vows and funerals. Having studied philosophy at seminary, Liam retains his love of ritual and ceremony and feels privileged to be a civil celebrant helping people create special, personalised ceremonies. Liam respects all traditions and beliefs and non-belief, and feels that everyone deserves a ceremony befitting them and is looking forward to assisting all couples in planning and designing their own special and personalised wedding ceremony. Laws have changed over the years. Where once a couple could not get married outdoors, it is now possible as long as the legal binding certificate is signed in the officiating offices where it is drafted and by a registrar. With attended solemnizing statues, Liam is not yet able to sign the registration document. Liam performed his first wedding early this month on a rugby field In Youghal, Co. Cork. His other class mates Sharon Quigley, Noreen O’Callaghan, Susie Lewes and Jessica Statham have been busy since their graduation earlier this month.

Who are the heroes of 2016 in Waterford? THE People of the Year Awards, Ireland’s top honours system which celebrates some of the country’s most inspiring people, has officially launched its search for the heroes of 2016, calling on those in Waterford to get involved. Now in its 42nd year, the awards, which are organised by Rehab, will be broadcast this year on RTÉ One on Saturday 3rd December. A host of former winners gathered in the historical Collins Barracks in Dublin, to reflect on this special year in Ireland’s history, and, one hundred years on from 1916, to launch a search for more of our country’s heroes. Coming together for the launch were previous award winners Ruairi de Barra, Óglaigh na hÉireann (2015), Ade & Marty Stack (2015), Fadhila Hajji (2015), John Evoy (2015), Aoibheann Mangan and Padraig Godwin (2015) and Louise O’Keeffe (2014) who gathered at Clarke Square in Collins Barracks to call on everyone in Waterford to vote for their 2016 People of the Year. The ceremony is a special opportunity for the Irish public to honour and celebrate those extraordinary people among us; those who have shown courage, bravery, determination and those who have contributed to our society and to their local communities in their own unique and individual ways in the past 12 months. Nominating someone is easy – the public can submit details of their chosen nominee online at www.peopleoftheyear.com or www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheYearAw ards.You can also contact the People of the Year Awards office for a nomination form on 01 2057260.The closing date for entries

is 12th September. All the winners are nominated by the Irish public and finalised by a panel of adjudicators. As well as a number of general awards, people can nominate their Young Person of the Year, Sportsperson of the Year, International Person of the Year and the Community Group of the Year. Mo Flynn, CEO of Rehab Group commented on the launch: “Every year we are humbled by the powerful nomination stories we receive. People among us are extraordinary and do amazingly selfless things every day that may not get the recognition they deserve. We want to celebrate these people and honour their incredible achievements, dedication and determination. The People of the Year Awards give the country the opportunity to honour those people, and to celebrate their valuable contributions.’’ The People of the Year Awards have been organised by Rehab since they began in 1974. Previous high-profile award winners include: Paul O’Connell, Brendan O’Carroll, Katie Taylor, Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell, Brian O’Driscoll, Keith Duffy, Padraig Harrington, Christy Moore, Sir Terry Wogan, Sir Bob Geldof, Tommy Tiernan, Maeve Binchy, Mary Robinson and Niall Quinn.These well-known names are part of a bigger story – the story of hundreds of ordinary people who have been honoured in Ireland for the extraordinary things they have achieved. For more information on the awards visit www.peopleoftheyear.com Follow on Twitter @peopleawards and like us on Facebook – www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheYearAwards

Former winners gather to launch the search for 2016 People of the Year – Pictured at Clarke Square, Collins Barracks, Dublin, for the launch of the 2016 People of the Year Awards, were previous winners Aoibheann Mangan and Padraig Godwin (front) with Ruairi de Barra (Óglaigh na hÉireann), Ade and Marty Stack, Louise O’Keeffe, Fadhila Hajji and John Evoy (right). The group gathered at the special historical location one hundred years on from 1916, to launch the search for Ireland’s 2016’s heroes. To submit your nomination before 12th September visit www.peopleoftheyearawards or www.facebook.com/PeopleOfTheYearAwards. [Robbie Reynolds]

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Ardmore GAA Olympics ARDMORE GAA are holding a great event ‘The Ardmore GAA Olympics’ on Sunday, 24th July, at the pitch in Ardmore. The Olympics will consist of 7 fun events; football, tug of war, penalty shoot-out, sliotar through the tyre, hole in one, darts and finishing up the bar with a short table quiz. Points are awarded for each team for each event.Teams consist of 10 adults and with a great mix of events it is easy to score points! The cost of entry is €200 per team of 10 with a winning prize of €400 and plenty of other prizes on the day. There will be a full bar and food on the day. The event kicks-off at 12.00 noon and continues until 6.00 p.m. All teams are also included in the events raffle.

Raffle lines are available in most of the business around Ardmore with excellent prizes such as weekends away and meals for two up for grabs! Please support this event by buying a line or lines for €2 each. All GAA clubs and businesses are invited to enter teams and this will be a great team building event for any club or business. There will also be plenty for the kids to do with the opportunity to use some of the events once the teams are finished. It will be a great fun day for all and all proceeds go to Ardmore GAA club. For more information please contact the committee on 086 398 9400 or email ardmoregaaolympics@europe.com

Increase in rent supplement was one of Fianna Fáil’s priorities - Butler FIANNA Fáil TD Mary Butler says the Government’s decision to increase rent supplement, was one of her party’s priorities and in line with the Confidence and Supply Agreement with Fianna Fáil. Commenting on the announcement Deputy Butler said, “A rent supplement increase was a very important feature of both our election manifesto and discussions with Fine Gael to secure a minority Government. “Fianna Fáil negotiators fought for an increase in rent supplement during the minority Government talks

which took place earlier this year. Despite fierce opposition we forced for this vital measure to be contained in the agreement between our party and Fine Gael. For the past three years Fine Gael watched this situation deteriorate. “Too many families in my constituency have been troubled by the risk of losing their homes due to rapidly rising rents for some time now. From July 1st, a couple or one parent family with 3 children in Waterford will now qualify for a rent supplement of €600 – an increase of €75 per month. With the average 3-bedroomed property

in Waterford costing €750 approx. and in Dungarvan €700 approx. to rent, this increase will help the ever increasing strain on peoples’ finances. My party colleagues and I hope that this increase will ensure families can stay in their homes and prevent more families falling into homelessness. “The Government’s decision to increase rent supplement limits in major urban areas such as Waterford will help but ultimately, the only long term solution to the crisis we are facing across Ireland, is an increased supply of houses. “Fianna Fáil devised sen-

Waterford Fianna Fáil TD, Deputy Mary Butler. sible proposals to help the most vulnerable, to ensure that families are not forced out of their homes, into hotels.While I welcome the increase in rent supplement, it is just one element of a much broader package of measures that are required to tackle the crisis in housing. “The Government must now examine and implement the recommendations of the all-party Oireachtas Housing Committee, of which I was a member, without delay so that this emergency can be brought under control,” concluded Deputy Butler.

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Deputy Mary Butler FF is delighted to announce that she will be opening her Constituency office at 74 O'Connell Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on Monday, 8th July. Opening hours will be Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 10.00 a.m. to 13.00 p.m. Feel free to drop in to meet and discuss any issues you might have. Contact details are Mobile 087-7425020 or email mary.butler@oireachtas.ie

Bushy Park Sunday 17th July 2.30pm Adults €10, U18 €5, U12 FREE

An afternoon chilling, listen to music in the open air and feasting on the delights of the summer. Refreshments available.

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Stubborn Heal & Foot Pain - Cuboid Stress Syndrome By Tomás Ryan, BSc.AHS, Ph. Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles PAIN on the outside of the foot that can radiate into the heel is a mystery condition often experienced by people whose feet over-pronate when walking. Overpronation means that a person’s foot rolls inwards for a longer duration than normal during the phase of walking when the heel strikes the ground. This mystery pain on the outside of the foot which can be severe in nature is known as Cuboid Stress Syndrome. The pain is felt on weight bearing movements should as running, jumping and even walking. The Cuboid bone is located on the outside of the foot adjoining the heel bone (calcaneous bone). The peroneus Longus tendon which is situated on the outside of the ankle forms a sling around the cuboid bone. Excessive tightness in the peroneal longus tendon can serve to traction or pull the cuboid bone away from its adjoining calcaneous (heel bone). In addition, dysfunction of the calcaneocuboid joint can cause the the calcaneous bone to rotate excessive inwards thus causing strain between the two bones. Factors that can lead to Cuboid Stress Syndrome include; • Ankle instability • History of sprained ankles • Over pronating foot • Walking / Running on uneven surfaces • Poor footwear • Overtraining with no post exercise stretching • Excessive Body Weight

NEWS FANCY a ramble around some of the region’s most spectacular and loved gardens and donating to a very worthy appeal? Then you won’t want to miss a Cluster Gardens fundraiser which sees six very different gardens and gardening attractions on the Waterford/Cork border open for a Gala Day on Sunday, July 10th, from 12.00 noon until 5.00 p.m. Newtown House and the Blackwater Garden Centre in Kinsalebeg are teaming up with the Rock House, Ardmore, Deiseart, Rocky Road, Ardmore and the Knight’s garden in Ballynamona, Ardmore for a special cluster gardens event with funds raised going to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland. Organiser, Michael Penruddock from Newtown House, looks forward to welcoming droves of visitors to the area on July 10th. “These are mainly coastal gardens featuring specialist plants and quirky features. All the gardens offer something different and the owners are preparing to welcome visitors to come along on July 10th and join in the fundraising event. “All of the owners of the gardens will be on hand to share helpful tips and advice. Teas will be provided at Newtown House. There is a café at the Blackwater Garden Centre. Entry to the gardens will be free but visitors will be asked to make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Ireland which is very close to the hearts of the members of The Waterford Garden Trail,” Mr. Penruddock concluded. The event is just the latest on the Waterford Garden Trail programme for 2016. Directions to the various gardens can be obtained from the Blackwater Garden Centre or Ardmore Pottery. For more on the Cluster Gardens event, contact Michael Penruddock on 024-94304 or 086-8383501.

C l u s te r o f c o a s t a l g a rd e n s o p e n S U N DAY, 1 0 t h J U LY D o n a t i o n s g o to A l z h e i m e r c h a r i ty

‘Kaleidoscope’ at the Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan A GROUP of Waterford artists are currently showing

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS • Acute severe underneath the heel on the outside aspect of the foot. • Walking and standing aggravate pain • Tenderness when pressing the underneath surface and outside area of the ankle. • Unable to run, jump or dance without experiencing a sharp increase in pain. • Occasional swelling underneath heel on the outside of the foot. • Walking with a limp in order to avoid pain TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT This is injury that I often diagnose in both young people and older adults who attend my clinic. Very often manipulation of the cuboid bone back into its correct position brings immediate pain relief. Deep tissue massage of the muscles that bend the foot towards the shin (dorsiflexor muscles) and the muscles that turn the ankle outwards (Peroneal tendons) should also be performed. Then a pad is placed underneath the cuboid bone of the foot alongside Low-dye strapping to give the arch of the foot more added support for 1-2 weeks. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy (MIAPT) and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Email: tomaspryan@gmail.com, Contact Number: 0504 26672.

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their exciting new exhibition “Kaleidoscope” at the

Old Market House Arts Centre in Dungarvan until

the end of July.The group is made up of fourteen artists

who are coming to the end of a two year QQI level 5 Art course at VTOS, Dungarvan, with great diversity of age, outlook and life experience to be found in this student group. There is a wide variety of art forms on display, from sculpture and painting to weaving and batik, with a few surprises on the way. A fantastic range of subject matter and style adds to this mix. “Kaleidoscope” celebrates the creative achievements of the group. It marks the end of a period of fun and hard work with lots of friendships made on the way. This Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme took place at the Adult Education Centre in Dungarvan, where they are currently enrolling students for both Art and Business courses for the coming September. The Old Market House Arts Centre is open Tuesday to Friday 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (lunch 1.30 to 2.30 p.m. and on Saturdays 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Admission is free and visitors are most welcome.

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Rise in planning Cuil Cheoil Cabaret back applications on stage next Tuesday continues across the county By Christy Parker THE latest planning statistics available from Waterford Council show that planning applications across the Dungar van-Lismore municipal district numbered 21 for the period ending May 26th. The figure represented 33.3% of the county total for the month and brought the total number of applications

for the region for the year so far to 114, just one less than for the same period in 2015. County & city-wise there were 63 applications lodged to May 26th compared to 79 for the equivalent period in 2015. Overall there were 352 planning applications for the year to May 26th, representing a rise of 23 over the same period in 2015.

Figures for the Comeragh district show 15 applications (71 for 2016) and 27 for the Metropolitan area (167 to date). In other planning issues detailed to June’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting, Waterford Council is considering funding for a heritage information panel at Lisfinny Castle, along with a blue plaque for Tallow’s Carnegie Library.

David Cullinane TD calls for support for Banded Hours Contracts Bill Cuil Cheoil dancers and musicians in full flight during their cabaret in The Park Hotel last year. IT’S that time of year again when lovers of traditional music and culture look forward to the annual Cuil Cheoil Cabaret which has been running in The Park Hotel for almost two decades. During those years a host of performers on a variety of instruments; numerous dancers of the several disciplines were joined by Sean Nos singers, several story-tellers and guest performers to make one of the most popular and consistently entertaining shows in the county and beyond. Audience participation is encouraged and there is time after the interval for all-comers to show their talents. Many young entertainers cut their stage teeth there; many national champions sang, danced and played their instruments there, some of whom went on to grace stages around the world. Cuil Cheoil is a nursery of traditional music talent and the troupe will be back in The Park Hotel commencing their Summer season from next Tuesday, 12th July commencing at 8.30 p.m. each night. It is appropriate this year that the group should acknowledge our special National occasion, the Centenary of the

1916 Rebellion and much of their material traces the events leading up to the momentous events in the streets of Dublin a hundred years ago. The arrival of the Vikings; the dreadful National experience of the Famine; the effects of two centuries of emigration; the Fenians and the Rebellions of 1848 and 1867. Many of the iconic moments in our history are remembered in song, recitation and music, with special contribution from Joe Power recalling the awful depiction of Ireland in Punch magazine. Declan Terry has a special and very powerful tribute to Padraig Pearse, which he will deliver in his award-winning style. Cuil Cheoil is the full, all round traditional entertainment package and, after the interval, there will be the usual open house which invariably throws up some very talented performers most nights. There is no knowing what hidden talent abounds in the audience as well. It promises to be a Summer of music and song, so, why not be part of a most entertaining evening.

SINN Féin Workers’ Rights spokesperson David Cullinane TD has called for support from all parties and none for his Banded Hours Contracts Bill which will be debate during Private Members Time. Deputy Cullinane said: “The exploitation of people on low hour contracts, especially in the retail sector but across many other sectors, is an important issue. This Bill will allow workers to apply for a contract that is reflective of their actual working week. Unfortunately, we have far too many instances of workers who were on 15 hour contracts for perhaps

ten years working 30 hours and 40 hours week in, week out. This is a way for companies to exploit their workers. “This bill offers a solution. It provides for a worker to make a request to be moved to an increased weekly band of hours after six months of continuous employment. “The Bill provides that the employer must comply or set out that it is not economically feasible. “There is no such entitlement for the employee or obligation on the employer under the existing legislation. “It is simply unjustifiable

for employers to keep the bulk of their staff on parttime flexible contracts as it pushes these people into poverty and into a position where they cannot plan for their families. It creates undue hardship as mothers struggle to deal with child care arrangements and families cannot be sure of what they will earn from one end of the month to the other. “This bill is earnest in its intent and has the support of many trades unions and would fix a problem which affects many low paid workers and workers who are on low hour contracts in this State.”

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Dungarvan District Court

Road traffic prosecutions EXCEEDING the national speed limit resulted in a fine for a motorist. Roy Loftus (42) with an address at 2 Richmond, Glanmire, Cork, was fined €120 for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at 110 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Parkeenaglogh, Kilmacthomas, on 5th November, 2015. The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, admitted the speeding offence and failing to pay the fixed penalty notice. •••••••••• A MOTORIST observed using a mobile phone while driving was fined last week. Aaron Lonergan (24) with an address at Knockmeal, Waterford, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after he was observed using a mobile phone while driving at Master McGrath, Dungarvan, on 23rd December, 2015.

The accused, who has no previous convictions and was present in court, said he failed to pay the fixed charge notice on time because he was working in Galway at the time. •••••••••• A CARRICK-on-Suir man who was riding a scooter was found to have no insurance cover. Stephen Keane (26) with an address at 18 St. Mollerans, Carrickbeg, Carrick-on-Suir, was fined €400 and disqualified from driving for two years, when he pleaded guilty to driving without insurance at Whitestown East, Clonea Power, on 30th June, 2015. The court heard that Gardaí observed the accused riding a scooter at the location, which they subsequently seized. The accused has eight previous convictions which relate to road traffic offences. Solicitor David Burke said his client is between jobs, and he has changed his ways. Handing down the €400 fine, Judge Terence Finn said the court must disqualify the accused from driving because of his previous convictions.

Man who attempted to strangle female bar worker told to gather compensation A MAN who assaulted a female member of bar staff in a Dungarvan pub, by attempting to strangle her until she nearly passed out, had his case adjourned to come up with compensation for his victim. Shane Tobin (28) with an address at 25 Knocklyon Gate, Woodstown Village, Knocklyon, Dublin 16, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm, contrary to Section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act, at Kiely’s Bar,

Last week’s Dungarvan District Court heard that Gardaí were called to the estate just after 5.00 p.m., following complaints from members of the public. “Gardaí observed the accused in an intoxicated state. He was aggressive and roaring, and swinging punches,” said Inspector David Nolan. The accused has 30 previous convictions. Solicitor Mr. O’Donoghue said his client accepts the facts. He said his client has an addiction and drink-

O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 23rd May, 2015. The case was heard at a previous sitting of the District Court, which heard that the female member of bar staff was working on the night in question when the accused approached her and grabbed her by the throat, strangling her until she nearly passed out. Several people in the bar at the time acted to remove the accused from the injured party. The court heard the

assault was unprovoked and the injured party received bruising and had soreness around her neck and throat. Solicitor Paddy Gordon told the court at the time that this incident was “out of character” for his client and he had “some sort of a black-out”, suggesting to the court that the accused suspected his drink may have been ‘spiked’ in another premises. It was acknowledged by the accused that the injured party did nothing to warrant such an attack.

Judge Terence Finn adjourned the case for a Victim Impact Statement report and consideration of penalty. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Mr. Gordon said his client has no previous convictions and reiterated his remorsefulness about the incident. “My client has a good job and is willing to reimburse the injured party for the distress caused and for the way she suffered,” Mr. Gordon said. He asked the court not

to record a formal conviction, as it could affect his gainful employment and put his work in jeopardy. Adjourning the case to 23rd November, 2016, to monitor the accused, Judge Finn said he was “making no promises”, and said the accused’s good behaviour between now and November “will be of vital importance”. He directed the accused is to put together compensation of €3,000 for the injured party by November.

Discarded rolled cigarette found to contain cannabis A ROLLED cigarette which was discarded when a Dungarvan man saw the Gardaí was found to contain a small quantity of cannabis, last week’s Dungarvan District Court heard. Francis Fraher (38) with an address at 16 Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Cathal Brugha Place,

Dungarvan, on 11th October, 2015. Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that a Garda patrol observed the accused at Cathal Brugha estate on the date in question. “On sight of the Gardaí, the accused discarded a ‘joint’ on the ground,” said Insp. Nolan. “Gardaí retrieved the suspected cannabis joint. The accused admitted it contained cannabis

and said he was aware it was illegal and signed the Garda notebook.” An analysis confirmed the rolled cigarette contained cannabis herb, with a street value of approximately €5.00. The court heard the accused has one previous conviction, dating back to 2002, in relation to a similar offence, for which he was given the Probation Act. Insp. Nolan said the Gardaí

have no further concerns regarding the accused. Solicitor David Burke said his client enjoys hunting and soccer. “He is unemployed and managed to stay out of trouble. He plays a lot of five-a-side and doesn’t drink,” said Mr. Burke. “He dabbled a little in cannabis, but doesn’t touch the stuff now.” Judge Finn handed down a €150 fine.

Theft case adjourned for full amount of compensation A WATERFORD woman who previously pleaded guilty to theft from a Dungarvan retailer had her case adjourned so she can come up with the full amount of compensation. Ellen Ward (25) with an address at 9 Anne Street, Waterford, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to theft from Connolly’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 4th July, 2014. The court heard that the accused and several others were involved in the theft of €625

Suspended sentence for public order offence A KILMACTHOMAS man who pleaded guilty to a public order offence was given a suspended jail sentence last week. David Power (33) unemployed, with an address at Western Terrace, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act; and being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Hillview Estate, Kilmacthomas, on 14th January, 2016.

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ing problem which he is now addressing. “He took tablets and alcohol on the night and became aggressive. Things got out of hand. He apologises to the court,” said Mr. O’Donoghue. Judge Terence Finn handed down a one month term of imprisonment, suspended for 12 months on condition the accused keep the peace and be of good behaviour. The drunk in public charge was marked as proven and taken into consideration.

worth of perfume from the pharmacy at the time, but only the accused was charged with the theft. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke said his client has a further sum of €50 in court as compensation, and she instructed Mr. Burke that she has “paid more than her fair share”. The court heard that other parties were involved in the theft, but were never charged. Judge Terence Finn queried if the accused

has given the name and details of the other individuals involved in the theft to the Gardaí for investigation. Mr. Burke said his client has not given that information to the Gardaí. “Then she will have to take the fall and pay the full amount of compensation,” Judge Finn replied. He adjourned the case to 14th September, 2016, for the outstanding balance of compensation.

Woman to pay compensation for theft of clothes A WOMAN who was brought before the District Court on foot of a bench warrant had her case adjourned to pay compensation for items she stole from a Dungarvan retailer. Shannon Daniels (20) with an address at 1 St. Martin’s Avenue, Shortcourse, Waterford, was convicted in her absence at a previous sitting of the

District Court, of theft at Venture Clothing, The Plaza, Dungarvan, on 9th October, 2015. Following the conviction for theft, a bench warrant had issued for her arrest. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, the accused appeared before Judge Terence Finn on foot of the bench warrant. Solicitor David Burke

said his client apologises for not appearing on the last court date, as she had “family issues”. “She is engaging with the Probation Services in Waterford and has turned her life around in relation to substance abuse and the company she was keeping,” Mr. Burke said. “She is doing very well now,” he said.

The court heard that the items taken by the accused from the Dungarvan retailer were valued at €112 in total and were never recovered. The accused was granted bail and her case was adjourned to 12th October, 2016, to enable her to pay the full compensation to the shop and for a Probation Service report to be completed.

Court gives youth ‘a break’ and strikes out theft charge A COUNTY Waterford youth who pleaded guilty to theft from a Dungarvan retailer had the charge struck out when she paid compensation. The 16-year-old who cannot be named as she is underage, pleaded guilty to theft from New Look, Dungarvan, on 13th February, 2015.

The case was heard at a previous sitting of the District Court and adjourned to allow the accused to pay €31 compensation for the items she stole from the shop. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke said his client is in court with her mother. He said there are no further con-

cerns regarding his client. Judge Terence Finn said the court was giving the accused ‘a break’ and striking out the charge as she has no previous convictions and paid the compensation for the items she took. He warned the accused not to further offend, or the court won’t be so lenient next time.

W in Fa m i l y Pa s s

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W in Fa m i l y Pa s s

Some of the Waterford participants along with the presenters at the Tourism Workshop (l. to r.): Sean McKeown, Director South East APJ; Liam Griffin, Managing Director, Griffin Group; Jenny De Saulles, Head of Ireland’s Ancient East, Failte Ireland; and Frank O’Regan, Chairman South East APJ.

Saddle up for family fun and adventure at the 2016 Dublin Horse Show

THE Dublin Horse Show has a combination for everyone to enjoy. Bringing together the style and elegance of the best international showjumpers in the world, with an entertainment programme designed to keep the little ones delighted, the Dublin Horse Show is an event where Summer memories are made. The ever popular Kids' Zone will keep them entertained with face painting and magic shows while music and circus acts will be roaming around the Showgrounds throughout the five days of the Show. And that's before we include the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup, Land Rover Puissance and Longines Grand Prix that makes it one of top three equestrian shows in the world. Regarded as one of the top three equestrian shows in the world, the Dublin Horse Show has become a fabled Summer experience, an occasion that this July will seamlessly combine horses, style and socialising as it does every year. International riders mix with the best national and junior riders in Ireland at this celebration event. This year will be extra special, with Olympic hopefuls competing in Dublin just weeks before they jump for the gold medal in Rio. So create your family Summer memories at this year’s Dublin Horse Show. To celebrate the Dublin Horse Show we have one family pass for Wednesday, July 20th, to give away. Just answer the following question: Q. On what dates does the Dublin Horse Show take place this year? A. ……………………………………………………………………………………. Name: ………………………………………………………………………………. Address: ……………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………… Tel. No. …………………………….. Post your entries into Dublin Horse Show Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 12th July, 2016. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Terms & Conditions – Each winner will receive one family ticket for Wednesday, July 20th (a family ticket admits two adults and four children under the age of 16) • Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable • There is no cash alternative to any prize.

The task ahead will be like climbing the North face of the Eiger! THAT was the message from Liam Griffin to participants at the Tourism Workshop held in Clonmel recently and organised by the South East Action Plan for Jobs. The former Wexford hurling manager and Managing Director of the Griffin Group, that owns the prestigious Monart Spa in Enniscorthy, along with the Ferrycarrig Hotel in Wexford and Hotel Kilkenny, was talking about the task of creating the jobs needed for the almost 30 thousand people that remain unemployed in the South East. Liam said he got involved in the South East Action Plan for Jobs because: “There are so many young people wandering the streets with no jobs and it is shameful. We have to get off our backsides and do something about this situation, rather than complain and expect others to do it for us. That is not to say it will be easy. In fact it will be like climbing the north face of the Eiger. But we have to try a different approach.What didn’t work in the past won’t work now.” Liam was invited by Frank O’Regan, Chairman of the South East Action Plan for Jobs Implementation Committee to get involved in the Action Plan and be the Industry Champion for the Tourism elements of the Plan. Frank is the former Vice President of Global Operations of the multi-national company Baush & Lomb. The Action Plan has been subdivided, for ease of implementation, across 10 sub-groups, comprising 6 sectoral groups considered to provide the best potential for job creation in the region (i.e. agri-food; tourism; lifesciences; engineering; creative industries and global business services) and 4 thematic groups critical for business investment and growth (i.e. infrastruc-

ture; education and skills; entrepreneurship; and the development of a new regional brand.) Each of these groups is led by a local entrepreneur as industry champion. Liam Griffin accepted the invitation to be the Tourism Industry champion. The Tourism Workshop held in County Hall, Clonmel was attended by upwards of 60 specially invited representatives of the Tourism industry from across the South East, including hoteliers, hospitality providers, tourism attractions, community representatives, local development companies, entrepreneurs and business people. Liam Griffin enthralled the large gathering with his passion and enthusiasm. He said he is prepared to give the South East Action Plan for Jobs initiative a chance. He was impressed with the number of agencies involved and committed to the cause of job creation in the region. In particular, the fact that all 5 Chief Executives from the 5 local authorities in the region, namely Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Tipperary and Waterford are all working together. He said this is indeed very positive and inspires confidence that the initiative has a chance of succeeding. GREAT POTENTIAL The Tourism industry is a critical component of the economy of the South East. It is the largest employer with approximately 11 per cent of the workforce engaged in the tourism and hospitality sector. Almost 900 thousand overseas tourists visit the South East each year. Jenny De Saulles, Head of the Ireland’s Ancient East Brand with Failte Ireland addressed the Workshop. She said the region has the potential to attract at least another 300 thousand overseas visitors over the

next 10 years. The spend from every one thousand overseas visitors supports at least 18 jobs in the industry. So the sector has the potential to create over five thousand additional jobs in the next decade. Jenny said: “There is tremendous scope for tourism growth in the south east. But we have to work together in the region. We have to cross sell the product offering. Successful brands have a ‘pull strategy.’ In the past we have been pushing rather than focusing on what the visitor really wants. The challenge for the South East is to work together, to be bold and brave and aim to be the best in class.” She said that Failte Ireland have launched a Small Capital Grants Scheme to help tourism providers improve the product offering of what is already in place. To date 25 projects in the region have been approved funding of over €2.5 Million. The focus of the Tourism Workshop was to glean the views of the representative sample of stakeholders from across the region on how the industry can collectively improve the offering in the South East. The topics covered included what is working well and what is not working well in the sector at the moment; how is the south east going to leverage the opportunities of the Ireland’s Ancient East Brand promoted by Failte Ireland; and the potential of Greenways / Blueways to enhance the tourism experience of the south east. Sean McKeown, Director of the South East Action Plan for Jobs said: “We will review the many great ideas and suggestions put forward at the Workshop and see how these can be incorporated into the actions already contained in the Action Plan for Jobs.”

McGRATH CLAN GATHERING

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McGrath Clan Gathering a resounding success By Paul Mooney THE 2016 McGrath Clan Gathering which was held in Dungarvan over the weekend was a resounding success, bringing a large amount of people from around the world to the area, giving a welcome boost to the local economy.

Organiser, Dan McGrath, said the visitors “were high in their praise of the event, as well as Dungarvan and West Waterford”. “McGraths from around the world were absolutely delighted with the welcome they received and commented how friendly the

people were,” he said. “Dungarvan proved the ideal location for the McGrath Clan Gathering, because everything was so convenient to the visitors.” Some major names who attended the gathering included Australian actress Christina Collard, who flew from LA, USA, especially

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Group of McGraths from New Zealand pictured during their visit to Sleady Castle.

for the gathering. Her ancestor, one of five McGrath siblings, left Ireland in the 1850s and emigrated to Australia. Canadian Olympian Seamus McGrath also attended the gathering with three generations of his family. Dan McGrath expressed thanks to the Park Hotel which was the base for the event over the weekend. Mr. McGrath also thanked other local businesses where events were organised, including Minnies, The Local and the Enterprise Bar. There were over 100 overseas visitors during the Gathering, many of whom spent up to two weeks in the area. “Many of the visitors used Dungarvan as a base to explore the rest of Waterford and the South East in the days before the Gathering event,” Mr. McGrath said. “Hotels, B&Bs, and other accommodation were

Launch of the McGrath DNA Project in Waterford County Museum by Bernadette Guest, Heritage Officer Waterford City & County Council, during the International McGrath Clan Gathering in Dungarvan (l. to r.): Jill Hotchkiss, Project Team; Dan McGrath, Chieftain McGrath Clan of Thomond; Bernadette Guest, Heritage Guest; Cllr. John O'Leary, Deputy Mayor of Waterford City & County Council; Anne Marie Coughlan, Project Team, and Chuck Real, Project Team.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Group pictured by the plaque at the site of the McGrath Castle in Abbeyside.

booked up, while restaurants and local bars enjoyed the spin-off trade. “For many of the visitors, it was their first time in Ireland, and it left a lasting impression on them.” The group took in various places of interest to the McGrath Clan, including Sleady Castle, Lismore Castle and a visit to the Gaeltacht, which included a demonstration of glass cutting by Eamon Terry at Criostal na Rinne. Outgoing Deputy Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary, held a Mayoral Reception for the McGrath visitors during the gathering. During his welcome, Mayor O’Leary revealed that his mother was a McGrath. He thanked Dan McGrath for all his hard work in organising the gathering and bringing it to Dungarvan for a second time. Responding, Mr. McGrath thanked the Mayor for his kind words and said Dungarvan was the ideal host town for so many reasons, in particular due to the rich McGrath heritage in the area. DNA PROJECT Mr. McGrath also expressed his thanks to Waterford Council for their generous support of the gathering. Meanwhile, one of the major events of the Gathering was the launch of the DNA project, which was launched by Waterford Council’s Heritage Officer, Bernadette Guest in Waterford County Museum. The DNA project allows McGrath’s to map their genealogy and trace family members. HIGHLIGHT The Clan Dinner was the highlight of the weekend and the finale of events for the weekend, with a superb meal provided by the Park Hotel, guests were then treated to a night of music and entertainment, with great performances from: Bachelors in Trouble, the McCloskey Sisters, Ryan School of Dancers, Sean Mac Craith, Terry Hill and Kevin McGrath, both visitors from the USA. With the success of the 2016 McGrath Clan Gathering, Mr. McGrath revealed to the Dungarvan Observer that plans “are already in motion for Dungarvan to host another McGrath Clan Gathering in 2019”.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Cynthia and Graham Brooks relax at Lismore Castle during the visit the visit to the Castle by members of the McGrath Clan.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Dan McGrath, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee; Olivia McGrath Kudzmaite and Lijana Kudzmaite pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, last weekend. [Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Nic McGrath, Australia; Dan McGrath, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, and Christina Collard, Australia, pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

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International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Cllr. John O'Leary, Deputy Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, makes a presentation to John Collard at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. Also included is Dan McGrath.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Lawrence McCarthy, Genevieve Tobin, Martina McGrath and John McGrath pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Cllr. John O'Leary, Deputy Mayor of Waterford City & County Council; Cllr. Cynthia Brookes, Marlborough, New Zealand, and Dan McGrath. [Sean Byrne]

[Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Cllr John O'Leary, Deputy Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, makes a presentation to Ann Marie Coughlan at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. Also included is Dan McGrath. [Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Kevin McGrath, USA; Rian O'Donnell, Donegal; Mary and John O'Connor, Australia, pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

Irish Launch of County Clare to … An Irish Clan Downunder which took place during at the International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 (l. to r.): Dan McGrath, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee; Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Mayor Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District, and John Collard, CoAuthor.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Tom and Margaret McGrath, Martina and John McKeon pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne] International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – John and Mary Wright and Christina Collard, from Australia, pictured during their visit to Lismore Castle.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Ian and Natasha McGrath pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Kevin McGrath, Terry Hill and Tim McGrath, USA, pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at Tthe Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Dancers from the Ryan School of Irish Dancing, Grace Walsh, Sophie Dunford, Olivia McGrath and Faye McGrath who performed at the McGrath [Sean Byrne] Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel.

International McGrath Clan Gathering 2016 – Brendan McGrath, Fermanagh, and Seamus Mac Craith, An Rinn, pictured at the McGrath Clan Gala Dinner at The Park Hotel. [Sean Byrne]

PICTORIAL

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were John O'Connor and Kathleen Keane. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Sadhbh Ní Fhaoláin and Catherine Houlihan. [John Power]

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Vera Kelly, Chris Noonan, Caramle Dolan and Rosaleen Fitzgerald. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Aisling Tobin, Kate Murphy and Mary Fennessy. [John Power] Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Bishop of Waterford and Lismore with Fr. Farrell. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Bride, Jamie, Mike and Bernie Kent. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Sheila Power and Kristin Murray.[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Catherine Dunne and Irene Dunne. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Roisín Fox, Mai Connolly and Cillian Tobin. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Seamus Cronin, Ann McGrath and Ronan Geoghegan. [John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Brona Coleman, Robert Keohan and Colleen Burke. [John Power]

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Sarah Layman and Ria Drohan, Indigo Mood, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

PICTORIAL

David O'Connor and Sinead Dunphy, Dungarvan Paints & DIY, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings.

Anne Butler, Printmaster, and Jenny Beresford, CEO Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Pat Whyte, Printmaster, and Joe Roche, Glass & Glazing, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Joe Brennan and Anne Lyons, DĂşn Ard Bed & Breakfast, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Sacha Bulfin and Fidelma Meaney, Sacha Bulfin Print & Design, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings.

Kerry Bedell and Alison Walsh, Brigid Ballot Flowers, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kolette Enright and Les Forde, Eyes on the Road Mobile Opticians, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Maurice and Rachel Kiely, Kiely Domestic Appliance Repair, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Eugene and Teresa Tobin, SGC Dungarvan, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Marcin Boreysza and Grzegorz Kozluk, Printmaster, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Agnes Wlodarczyk, Ola Jopek and Clodagh Corr, Park Hotel, pictured at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce Garden Party at the Moorings. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

PICTORIAL

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West Waterford Golf Club Lady Captains Prize 2016 kindly presented by Jean Conway. Seated from left: Noreen Tighe (Best Saturday); Reena McDonnell (3rd); Joanne Fox (2nd); June Whyte, Winner.; Jean Conway, Lady Captain; Mary Lou Carroll (Best Gross); Finola Butler (4th) and Joan Ronayne (Catg. C). Standing from left: Dermot Drohan, Captain; Ben Flynn (Catg. B); Ciara Donnelly (Committee Prize); Eithne Ashby (Past Captain); Shauna Wall (Best Friday); Nicola Burke and Laura Cliffe (Beginers Prizes); Margaret O'Sullivan (Catg. A); Mary Spratt (5th); Diarmuid Horgan; President and Mary Herlihy, Lady Vice Captain. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Lismore Ladies Golf Club Lady Captain Jo Jo Tobin. Front Row Left to Right: Patricia Lonergan (winner), being presented with her prize by Jo Jo Tobin (Lady Captain).

Lismore Ladies Golf Club Lady Captain Jo Jo Tobin. Front Row Left to Right: Helen Leddy (9 Hole), Sheila Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary (3rd), Patricia Lonergan (Winner), Jo Jo Tobin (Lady Captain), Laoise Ni Chonchubhair (2nd), Katherine Moynihan (President) (Past Captain). Back Row Left to Right: Jack Aherne (Captain), Hannah Lucas (4th), Amanda Power (Gross), Sheila Denn (Cat 2), Betty Daly (Cat 3), Joan Cahillane (Cat 1).

Gold Coast Golf Club Montly Medal. Prizewinners in the Monthly Medal Competition with seated from left: Rafael Alvarez, Captain; Dean Golds, winner and Brian Fahey, President. [Sean Byrne]

Gold Coast Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Cisoria Hair Design. From left: Anne McGrath, Lady President; Margaret Mulhearne (2nd); Lorraine Troy, Winner; Eilo Fitzgerald, Lady Captain and Karen Darcy (3rd). [Sean Byrne]

Gold Coast Golf Club Eugene Collins Memorial. Seated from left: Rafael Alvarez, Captain; Patricia Walsh presenting the Eugene Collins Memorial Shield to the Winner, David Mulvihill and Brian Fahey, President. Back from left: John White (Gross), Mark Lenihan (3rd) and Michael Kavanagh for Darren Power (2nd). [Sean Byrne]

Dungarvan Golf Club Charity Fundraising Golf Classic in aid of Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland. Front Row L-R: Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain; Sean O Ciarba, Victor Mullins, winners; John Considine, (Chairman Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland); Fr. Milo Guiry and Tom McCabe, winners; Jim Kiersey, Captain. Back Row L-R: Liam Carroll, President; Ann Stack, 4th; Pat Phelan, 3rd; Christine O'Keeffe, 4th; Serena Roche and Teresa Queally, 2nd; Pat Stack, 4th. [Pat Crowley]

NEWS

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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Lessons of war not learned IT is difficult at this remove to fully appreciate the depth of the tragedy, horror and waste of human life that was the First World War.The settlement of the war to end all wars spawned the Second World War just twenty years later, proving that the vanquished need to be treated with some respect or there can be grave consequences. The Centenary of the Battle of the Somme which is being commemorated at the moment attempts in some small way to convey the futility of the conflict and the manner in which human life was squandered, with the death toll in some engagements regularly rising to hundreds of thousands, with tens of thousands killed in a day. The official figures are quite staggering. British losses amounted to 481,842, French losses about 250,000 and German losses 236,194. That amounts to almost a million men. Perhaps the most poignant of all, is the figure of 146,431 who were killed and missing. None of these bodies were ever found, buried without

formality to the sound of explosions as the artillery shells poured down like rain. Outside the city of Ypres is a monument called the Menin Gate which straddles the Menin Road along which almost all of the soldiers fighting in the Ypres area marched to their fate. On it are the names of 68,000 men who were killed and of whom no trace was ever found. It is only one of many such monuments along the battle lines which stretched from the North Sea to the Swiss border. A ceremony took place last week at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme, which was built between 1928 and 1932 to honour the 72,195 UK and South African soldiers whose bodies were never recovered following the battle. The figure of 200,000 Irishmen who fought in the British Army must be supplemented by those Irishmen who joined the Australian and Canadian armies as well. Fifty-thousand deaths is what is recorded as Irish losses, of whom there are just over 1,100 names on the

very impressive, if poignant, Dungarvan monument. Such was the contribution of the Irish in that conflict that the French President, François Hollande has decided to visit Ireland later this month. According to a report in the Irish Examiner last week, the Taoiseach Enda Kenny revealed Mr Hollande’s visit at the Oireachtas finance committee, saying it would form part of the 100-year commemorations of the Battle of the Somme. Details of the visit are not yet finalised, but Mr. Hollande is not expected to stay overnight in Ireland. The old saying that ‘if history teaches anything, it is that it does not teach. The lessons of the two world wars and the hundreds o major and minor conflicts in the years since are merely repetitions of what have gone before. As long as there are greedy, ambitious, unscrupulous people – mainly men – there will be discord, dispute, conflict and war and no lessons will be learned from history.

Tackling city crime DESPERATE times need desperate measures. So goes the old adage and it certainly applies to the criminal situation which exists in Dublin’s south inner city at the moment. Now, according to a report in the Irish Independent this week, Gardai are to be given new powers to target the use of emails, social media and messaging services by suspected gangland criminals under new laws being debated in Cabinet. As previously revealed by the Herald,Tanaiste and Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald is introducing measures surrounding covert surveillance, which could be in place by the end of the year. The move will see gardai given new powers to intercept Facebook and WhatsApp messages, as well as emails, which are being increasingly used by suspected criminals as a mode of communication. Ms. Fitzgerald is seeking to update legislation that stems from the early

eighties and nineties, given the advances that have been made in modern-day communications and social media. While many people may not like the legislation being proposed at the moment as an intrusion in their lives, the people of the afflicted Dublin district must be protected and the criminal element removed to jail. If what is proposed is a viable solution, then we must grin and bear it for the moment. Such legislation can be dangerous in wrong hands, but we have had intrusive legislation and practices before, but ordinary people were not affected by them. Dublin must be cleaned up. People must be allowed to live in peace and not in fear of being shot and should be able to sleep easily in their beds at night. That is what society is for and if they lack those basic rights, then appropriate action must be taken.

New Mayor is youngest Councillor to hold position in Waterford’s history By Paul Mooney WATERFORD City Councillor, Adam Wyse (FF) was elected as Mayor of Waterford City and County Council at the local authority’s AGM held last week. Aged 22 years, Cllr.Wyse is the youngest Councillor to hold the position of Mayor in Waterford’s history. Cllr. James Tobin proposed Cllr. Wyse as Mayor, which was seconded by Cllr. Jason Murphy, and was elected Mayor by 20 votes to 12. Cllr. Wyse was a student of WIT studying for a Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons). He recently completed his final exams. Speaking at the AGM, Mayor Wyse thanked his proposer and seconder and congratulated the outgoing Mayor Cllr. John Cummins on a successful year. “To represent your city and county as Mayor is a huge honour but to do it twice at such a young age is an amazing achievement,” said Cllr. Wyse. He also expressed thanks to his family and friends for their continued support. During his term as Mayor, Cllr. Wyse said he intends to work on progressive projects to create the opportunity for people to live and work in Waterford,

by attracting employment, tourism and footfall back into the city and towns of Waterford. He gave special mention to Waterford’s bid for the European Capital of Culture 2020. He said the bid “gives us an opportunity to put Waterford back on the map, not just nationally but across Europe”. He also gave special mention to the Waterford Greenway project. “The potential of this project to attract tourists to Waterford City and County is massive. I look forward to working on this in my year as Mayor,” said Cllr. Wyse. He said there are also many challenges faced in Waterford, such as lack of investment in Waterford Airport; the question mark over university status for WIT; and the delivery of a 24/7 cardiac unit for University Hospital Waterford. OUTGOING MAYOR Reflecting on his term as Mayor, Cllr. John Cummins said it was “both an honour and a privilege to represent the people of Waterford as both the last serving Mayor of the former City Council and indeed to be back here so soon afterwards to serve as the second Mayor of the newly amalgamated Waterford City and County Council”.

He said some landmark decisions announced while he was Mayor included the €17.3m investment in urban renewal works in Waterford City Centre; beginning of demolition works on the North Quays; over 1,000 jobs announced in the Pharma, Biopharma, ICT, Advanced Manufacturing and service sectors in Waterford, along with investment in new builds and expansions in West Pharma, EirGen, Genzyme, Glanbia and Agora. He also represented Waterford at a Memorial Service to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings; and remembered the opening of books of condolence for victims of the Berkeley tragedy and the Paris and Brussels attacks. In other matters, Mayor Cummins held important negotiations with Mercyhurst University; and hosted the twinning of Waterford City with the newly commissioned Naval Vessel, the L.E. James Joyce; and attending 1916 Centenary Celebrations throughout Waterford City and County. He said another project he was proud to be part of throughout his mayoralty was the Three Sisters European Capital of Culture 2020 bid. “The combined efforts of Waterford, Wexford and

Kilkenny to win the title has greatly strengthened our relationship and I hope this will continue across other sectors in the years ahead,” said Cllr. Cummins. He said he was also proud to be part of the Greenway Project, which he described as a symbol of the amalgamation of City

and County. “The Greenway will link between Waterford City and Dungarvan via a world class walk and cycle way which passes through the picturesque Comeragh landscape. The Greenway is going to be an enormous boost to tourism, while giving our citizens a top qual-

ity family amenity that will be enjoyed for generations to come,” said Cllr. Cummins. Concluding, Cllr. Cummins expressed thanks to the Council staff and management for their help and assistance while he was Mayor, and to his family for their support during the year.

Incoming Mayors and Chairpersons for 2016 / ‘17 Waterford City and County Council Mayor of Waterford City and County Council: Cllr. Adam Wyse (FF) Deputy Mayor of Waterford City and County Council: Cllr. John Carey (FG) Metropolitan Municipal District Council Mayor of Metropolitan District Council: Cllr. John Hearne (SF). Deputy Mayor of Metropolitan District Council: Cllr. Jim Griffin (SF). Comeragh Municipal District Council Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council: Cllr. John O’Leary. Leas-Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council: Cllr. Ray Murphy.

The outgoing Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. John Cummins (right) congratulating the incoming Mayor, Cllr. Adam Wyse (left) after his election.

Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Council Cathaoirleach of Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District Council: Cllr. Damien Geoghegan. Leas-Cathaoirleach of Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District Council: Cllr. Declan Doocey.

IN MEMORIAM

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In Memoriam POWER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Dolly Power (nee Hickey), late of Moonavaud, Stradbally, who died on 8th July, 2015.

BARRON (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Austin Barron, late of Knockboy, Ballinamult, who died on 7th July, 2013. R.I.P.

CUMMINS (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Cummins, late of Ballyvooney, Stradbally, who died on 12th July, 2001. R.I.P.

We miss you because we loved you, To us you were dearer than gold, No treasure can ever replace you, Your memory will never grow old.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear loved one, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 9th July, in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, at 7.30 p.m. –Sadly missed by his loving wife Helen; sister Moira and nephew Paddy.

KEANE (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of William (Billy) Keane, late of Grouse Lodge, Garranturton, Kilmacthomas, who died on 12th July, 2008. –Sadly missed by your loving wife and family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th July, at 11.00 a.m., in St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen.

Have you ever lost a brother, Or ever felt the pain, Or ever shed the bitter tears, That drop like falling rain. If you’ve never had that feeling, We pray you never do, For when we lost our brother, Our hearts just broke in two. He left us quietly, His thoughts unknown, But left us a memory, We are proud to own. No special day is needed, For us to think of you, You were always someone special, We thought the world of you. There is a corner in our hearts, You visit every day, It’s a special place for you Noel, And there you will always stay.

–Love and miss you, from all of your family.

Month’s O Mind Mass

MONICA LAWRENCE, Hampton, Middlesex, England, and formerly Killenaule, Co. Tipperary – Month’s Mind Mass for Monica will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th July, in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, at 10.00 a.m.

Remembering our daughter Ciara, Today and every day.

–Loved and missed always by Seamus and Gemma. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 16th July, at 6.15 p.m., in the Friary Church, Dungarvan.

–Loved and remembered by Matt, Tomás and Nollaig. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, 12th July, at 7.30 p.m., in Stradbally Church.

FLANAGAN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jack Flanagan, late of Scart, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, whose 4th Anniversary occurs on 13th July. We miss you in so many ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when these time we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all.

–Sadly missed by your wife Pat; sons Owen, Robert and Shane; grandchildren Freya and Jack; sisters, relatives and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 9th July, at 7.00 p.m. in Abbeyside Church.

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O’DONOVAN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear mother Catherine (Kitty) O’Donovan, late of Carrigaun, Modeligo, who died on 8th July, 2012. R.I.P. The heart that did so much for us, Is resting at God’s will, You never failed your duty, Your love was true and tender. You simply lived your life for us, Those memories we’ll remember, When Jesus called you answered, Then He took you by the hand, And brought you to eternal life, To Heaven’s wonderland.

–Always remembered by your loving family.

KELLY (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of my husband Eddie, late of Mapstown, who died on 11th July, 2001. COTTER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Noel (Thomas) Cotter, late of Coolcormack, Dungarvan, who died on 2nd July, 2015. R.I.P.

MEEHAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ciara, late of Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, who died on 5th July, 2007.

The next time we will meet you, Will be at Heaven’s door, And when we’ll see you there, We will cry no more. We’ll put my arms around you, And kiss your smiling face, And the pieces of my broken heart, Will fall back into place. If God had just prepared us, To let you go for good, We would not feel the way we do, We might have understood. For when God took you from us, He knew what you were worth, He took the finest person, That ever walked this earth.

–Sadly missed and loved always by your wife Carmel, Ciara and Shane, XXX.

MURRAY (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband Mossie, late of New Line, Abbeyside, who died on 8th July, 1995. Our thoughts are always with you, Your place no one can fill, In life we loved you dearly, In death we loved you still. Your resting place we visit, There we stand and pray, But no one knows the heartache, As we turn and walk away. If tears could build a stairway, And memories a lane, We’d walk our way to Heaven, And bring you back again.

–Always loved and remembered by your loving wife Cora and family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 7th July, at 10.00 a.m., in Abbeyside Church.

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O’NEILL (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear sister Maureen (nee Casey), late of Touraneena, whose Anniversary occurs on 7th July. No length of time, Can take away, Our thoughts of you, Day by day. As time goes by without you, And days turn into years, They hold a million memories, And a million silent tears.

–Loved and never forgotten by your sister Betty; brothers Pascal and Donal; brother-in-law Seán; niece and nephews. O’NEILL (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear mother Maureen (nee Casey), late of Touraneena, whose Anniversary occurs on 7th July. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, Loved and remembered every day, Precious memories, tears unseen, Wishing your absence was only a dream.

–Always loved and never forgotten by your loving sons Tomas and William; Jessica and Vivienne and grandson Liam. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th July, in Mount Stuart at 9.45 a.m.

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A special smile, a special face, And in our hearts, a special place, Our memories we keep one by one, Things you’ve said and songs you’ve sung, They bring a smile, sometimes a tear, But always a wish that you were here.

–Sadly missed by her husband Paddy; sons Pat and Michael; daughter Marie; grandchildren and great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, on Friday, 8th July, at 9.30 a.m.

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ST. JOHN (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Rita St. John, late of Abbeyside, who passed away on 23rd June, 2005. R.I.P. Gone are the days, We used to share, But in our hearts, You are always there. The gates of memory, Will never close, We miss you more, Than anyone knows.

–Always loved and remembered by your daughter Mary; son-in-law Ian and grandchildren Cameron and Alina, Canada.

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Acknowledgement † GEORGE BERESFORD

Glendine House, Dungarvan Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On this, his First Anniversary, the family of the late George Beresford wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised and supported them at the time of George’s death. All those who sent Mass cards, visited him while in hospital, or called to the house. We wish to thank the Nurses and staff in Dungarvan Community Hospital for the excellent care and attention given to George and the Doctors, our neighbours and friends and Drohan Funeral Directors. As it is impossible to thank each one individually, we trust this will be accepted as a token of our deep appreciation. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th July, in Garranbane Church at 11.00 a.m.

† SYBIL FLYNN “The Fountain,” Youghal Road, Dungarvan As we lovingly remember Sybil on her First Anniversary, her husband Austin, daughters Janice and Anita, grandchildren Cormac, Gus, Cáthal, Clara and Roisín, sons-in-law Michael and John, wish to sincerely thank all our relatives and friends for their support and kindness during the time of our great loss. Thanks also to David Kiely, Funeral Directors, for their compassionate and dignified service. A very special word of thanks to our friend Fr. Michael Enright for his regular visits to Sybil during her illness and who made her Funeral Mass so special. Thanks also to all who sent Mass cards, the beautiful letters of sympathy and all who called to our home. The source of strength it gave us is deeply appreciated and will always be remembered. Sybil has left us with a lifetime of happy memories and memory is that golden chain that binds us together until we meet again. We hope this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our deep appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Sybil will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Parish Church on Sunday, 10th July, at 10.00 a.m.

† CATHERINE (Kitty) FOLEY Garrynageragh, Ballinroad, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Acknowledgement and First Anniversary As we lovingly remember Kitty’s First Anniversary, her family John, Áine, Eamon, Margaret, Ben, Declan, Maur and Kathryn would like to express our sincere gratitude to all who sympathised with us on our sad loss. Heartfelt thanks to all those who travelled long distances to be with us, our wonderful neighbours, friends and relatives. We thank you for calling to our home, attending the removal and burial; for Mass cards, telephone calls and the many kindnesses shown at the time of Kitty’s passing and in the months thereafter. A special thanks to Marty, Johnny, Thomas and members of Ballinroad AFC for their help with traffic control in such appalling weather. A special thanks to Dr. Tom Higgins and his staff for the care given during Kitty’s declining years and to Bernie and all her personal Carers. Thanks to the wonderfully dedicated staff in the Sacred Heart Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital who cared for Kitty during her final days and comforted Kitty on her passing. Thank you to Fr. Richard Doherty, A.P., and Fr. Colin Fives for the service of reception into St. Laurence’s Church. Thank you to Fr. Ned Hassett who celebrated the Funeral Mass and for the kindness shown during our time of need. Thank you to the readers and all who helped at the Mass and to Dina Walshe who played and beautifully sang some of Kitty’s favourite hymns. Thank you to Brendan Clancy for the beautiful rendition of the “Mason’s Apron” at the graveside. Thank you to James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their detail and support. As it is difficult to thank everyone individually for their kindness, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Kitty’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, on Sunday, 17th July, at 10.00 a.m.

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Fifth Robert Boyle Summer School celebrates Lismore’s most famous son THE 5th Robert Boyle Summer School took place in Lismore investigating the question of Irish identity and the place of science in our heritage. Robert Boyle was born in Lismore in 1627 and was one of the most important scientists in history yet he is not celebrated in the same way as other historical figures. Historians, scientists and cultural commentators related the story of Boyle and other Irish scientists and discussed the place of science in the modern Irish cultural identity. Over 15 events including talks, discussions, poetry, costumed re-enactments and social events attracted a cumulative attendance of over 1,000 with participants coming from all around Ireland. According to Eoin Gill, Chair of the organising

committee most of the attendees had no background in science. “The Robert Boyle Summer School has been created to allow the general public engage with science, appreciate our science heritage and explore the place of science in modern life. We are delighted to be able to attract people from all over Ireland and abroad to Lismore and are intent on making it a pilgrimage destination for people interested in science from Ireland and worldwide” The theme resonated with the commemorations of the 1916 Rising and the Battle of the Somme, Mr. Gill said. “The school took place in between the centenaries of these events from 23-26 June. The theme allowed us the opportunity to explore different Irish

identities, not in terms of conflict but in their involvement in and attitudes towards science,” he added. The festival started with a costumed show by WIT’s Eoin Gill about Boyle’s life recreating his famous experiments firstly with Cappoquin Primary School and afterwards with the residents of St Carthage’s Nursing Home. Prof Jim Malone related the story of the remarkable Rev Samuel Haughton mathematician, geologist and medic who developed equations for the humane hanging of criminals. Prof. Mark Ferguson, Director General of Science Foundation Ireland and Chief Science Advisor to the Government reviewed the current place of science in Ireland and the government’s plans for science.The

audience then experienced how science is put in action with Lismore-born Dr. Florence McCarthy who talked about the identification of a new drug candidate for the treatment of leukaemia derived from a natural source, the Bloodhorn tree. The place of science in Irish culture from the late 20th century was examined by journalist and academic Brian Trench. TCD Prof. Jane Ohlmeyer explored how the Boyle family, and others that came to the Munster region as settlers in the 17th century, saw themselves and how they both exploited and contributed to the country. The influence of science on Irish history and the influence of Irish history on science was traced by US historian Dr. David Attis. On Sunday, Dr. Bill Eaton

Pictured at the Robert Boyle Summer School at Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore are: Front row: Prof Willie Donnelly, President of WIT; Prof. Mark Ferguson from the Science Foundation I; Dr. Florence McCarthy from UCC. Back row: Mealla Fahey from Lismore Heritage Centre; Prof. Jim Malone from TCD; Kieran Taaffe, Chairman of the Robert Boyle Foundation; Dr. Brian Trench, Science Journalist; Eoin Gill and Dr. Sheila Donegan, both from WIT and Paul Nugent from the Institute of Physics. [David Clynch Photography]

William Eaton Associate Professor of Modern Philosophy at Georgia Southern University pictured with Iggy McGovern retired physics professor at TCD and author of several collections of poetry at the Robert Boyle Summer School at Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore. The Robert Boyle Summer School is organised by Calmast, Waterford Institute of Technology and the Lismore Heritage Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

brought it back 350 years arguing that Boyle’s “On Forms and Qualities” published in 1666 was one of the most important works in the history of philosophy. Professor Luke Gibbons talked about Aviation, Arial Warfare and postcolonial Ireland. In a unique event, Professor Iggy McGovern introduced a reading of his sonnets in commemoration of another of Ireland’s great scientists, William Rowan Hamilton. Eoin Gill, Sheila Donegan and Paul Nugent also recreated some of Boyle’s fascinating experiments from 350 years ago. The Robert Boyle Summer School is a partnership of groups including Calmast at Waterford Institute of Technology, Lismore Heritage Centre and the Robert Boyle Foundation with generous

support from Science Foundation Ireland, Waterford Council, Institute of Physics, Institute of

Chemistry of Ireland and Lismore Estates. More Info: www.robertboyle.ie

Dr Brian Trench, Science Journalist, academic and cultural commentator chats to Prof Willie Donnelly President of WIT at the Robert Boyle Summer School at Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore. [David Clynch Photography]

Kieran Taaffe, Chairman of the Robert Boyle Foundation; Prof. Brian Trench, Dr. Florence McCarthy from UCC; Prof. Mark Ferguson from the Science Foundation Ireland and Prof. Willie Donnelly President of WIT pictured at the Robert Boyle Summer School at Lismore Heritage Centre.

The organisers of the Robert Boyle Summer School pictured at Lismore Castle.

[David Clynch Photography]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Ann Nicholson presents 2nd prize in the 18-24 months Baby competition Grace O'Callaghan with her parents Mary and Francis at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/ Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Ann Nicholson presents the winners of the Twins in the Baby Competition to Joe and Adele Cliffe with their mum Pauline Cliffe and Aunt Anna Foley at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council.

Alan Kelly with his daughter Aoibhinn, 3rd in the 12-18 months in the Baby Show at the Knockanore Fete. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Annie Ormonde presents the Fancy Dress Best Group prize to King Henry the 8th and his six wifes at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/ Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ann Nicholson presents the winner of the Judges Award in the Baby competition to Ellie Burke from Killeagh with her Mum, Elaine and Aunt Fiona Darcy-Burke. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ann Nicholson presents the winner of the Most Photogenic baby to Tadgh Fenton with his mum Olivia from Aglish at the Knockanore Fete 2016. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Aine and James Walsh with Corach, 3rd 0-6 months and Cathal 2nd 18-24mths in the Baby Competition at the Knockanore Fete. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Gearoid Hynes as Mr. Haystack in the Fancy Dress at the Knockanore Fete 2016. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ann Nicholson with the winner of the 12-18 months in the boys section of the Baby competition Harry Delaney with his parents Aine and Martin from Glendine. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Brian and Tomas Murphy as the A Team, prizewinners in the Fancy Dress at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/ Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ann Nicholson presents the winner of the 0-6 months in the boys section of the Baby competition to Cormac Byrne with his mother Ann Marie at the Knockanore Fete. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Shamrocks U-8 and U-10 girls footballers who played Ballyduff selections at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ann Nicholson presents the winner of the 6-12 months in the girls section of the Baby competition [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] to Ruby Lewis from Youghal with her mum Savanah.

Ann Nicholson presents the winner of the 0-6 months in the girls section of the Baby competition to Aisha Dingivan, from Youghal held by Lisa Fitzgerald at the Knockanore Fete 2016. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Chloe Power as a cowgirl in the Fancy Dress at the Knockanore Fete. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Mary Herlihy, Chairperson Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council with Meabhdh Motherway, winner and Stephen Roche, 2nd in the Fancy Dress Individual Section at the Knockanore Fete. [Sean Byrne]

Special guest Elvis with James Tobin at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Cara, Shauna and Joe Fenton, Star Wars come to Kerry 2nd in the Group Section of the Fancy Dress with Ann Ormonde at the [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Knockanore Fete 2016.

John O'Donovan gets a soaking at the Water Feature at the Knockanore Fete 2016. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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

St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper ST. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper – Cards results: 1st Bill Leddy & Helen Cunningham, Tom & Margaret Ryan; 4th/5th Rita Leamy & Denny Tobin. Lucky Tables: Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine, Mary & Aaron Pratt. Raffle: Delia Cashell x2, Stephen Cunningham, Pat Kirby, Dinny Tobin x2, Sean Higgins, Bill Leddy.

Music examination results Summer 2016 JAYNE Knight Music teacher in Ardmore is delighted to announce the excellent music examination results just in from the Royal Irish Academy of Music for the Summer term of 2016 100% pass rate with all candidates achieving either an honours or distinction pass. Roisin Kiersey, Singing Grade 1 Honours. Honor Hall, Singing Grade 1 Honours. Tia Lombard, Singing Grade 2 Honours. Lyra Hall, Musical Theatre/Singing Grade 3 Distinction. Hannah Kiersey, Musical Theatre/Singing Grade 3 Honours. Roisin Hughes, Pianoforte Honours. John Joe Brokie, Pianoforte Grade 5 Honours. Congratulations to all for their hard work and effort in achieving such high results.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Abbeyside Cubs - Grand Finale THE seasons grand finale for Abbeyside Cub Scouts took place at the picturesque location of Villierstown Boating Club set on the Blackwater river. 25 Cubs attended with the prospect of fun on the water, adventure in the woods and the annual awards ceremony. After a briefing on water safety and then kitting out with wet-suits and buoyancy aids the first group of Cubs set forth onto the Blackwater in 1-person and 2-person kayaks closely watched by the Leader team and covered by Villierstown Boating Club rescue boat crew. The lads had an absolute ball paddling around the quay area and occasionally venturing further up the river. At one

point they sought comfort in numbers as the wind blew them into reeds and one or two dived overboard to refresh themselves. Whilst the first group enjoyed fun on the water, those on land were entertained with boules, minirugby and a boat trip in Zingarra the Villierstown Eco-Tours launch. After about a hour on the water the first group came in and swapped with the other guys. Clearly they weren't wet enough yet as they made a b-line for the end of Villierstown quay and, under close supervision, did some pier jumping. Marks were awarded for style and entertainment value. There were lots of smiles as the youngsters emerged from the murky

Matthew Cub of the Year.

Kayaking on the Blackwater River. river water and went round again for another go. The second group of kayakers were slightly more intrepid than the first with one or two venturing a little way up the river and out into the middle of the river. Some were swept along by the current and wind, but soon mastered the strokes needed to get them back to the quay. Once the arms were worn-out they trickled into the slipway and headed to join their friends for the

pier jumping. Once every Cub was suitably soaked, they went off to get into warm dry clothes then sat down to a filling lunch, followed by some chocolate treats. To help their lunch settle the Cubs undertook a hike into the woods close to Villierstown Boating club where they re-visited their shelter building skills. Very important for any budding adventurer! To round off the day, the Cubs gathered in their

Clans at the front of the Club for the end of year awards ceremony. There were awards galore! Boatman Badges, Best Clan, Most Improved Cub, Cubs who had displayed great character and of course, Cub of the Year. This year the prestigious Cub of the Year award went to Matthew Coles. Many congratulations! And so another season of Cub Scouting closed on a high-note. Enjoy the Summer!

Ballymacarbry Jane O’Malley for Joan Clancy Gallery

Peter and Hilda Morrison at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Mairead and Fionn Tobin at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

SONIC FITNESS SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS 2016! Sonic Fitness is holding a Summer Camp for kids in Ballymacarby Community Centre. This camp is being held from Monday, 25th July until Friday, 29th July from 9.30 am to 1.30 pm for the full week for children aged between 4 and 12. Cost per child is €50 for the week. Lots of fun and exciting activities happening during the week including: Dodgeball, Soccer, Zumba, Circuits, Obstacle course, Baking, Arts and Crafts plus lots more.... There will also be a party on the last day of the camp for all the kids!!!!! All children MUST bring a packed lunch and wear a tracksuit! Spaces are filling up fast,. To book a place please contact Eithne on 087 1338492. KOOL SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS Kool School Summer Camps for Kids will be happening in Ballymacarbry Community Centre from 11th July until 15th July from 9.30 am until 2.00 pm Monday to Friday. The camp costs €50 per week per child, and the camp caters for kids ages 4-12 years. There will be lots of fun activities running daily, to keep your kids entertained during the Summer; for example Obstacle Course, Connect 4, Circuits, Parachute, Hurling, Basketball, Hockey, Catch n Tug, Junior Golf, Sports Day, DVD Day, Art and lots more..... Please bring a packed lunch and wear a tracksuit. To book, text or call Karen 087 9152377 or Niall 087 9521817. BALLYMACARBRY CHIROPODY CLINIC Next date for Ballymacarbry Chiropody Clinic is Thursday, 21st July 2016 at 15 Cluain Cairbre, Ballymacarbry. Home visits are also available. To book an appointment or for more information, please phone 087 9621553.

PURE line and colour are a magic component of Jane O’Malley’s work. One of Ireland’s most celebrated and distinctive artists, her work forms part of important public, corporative and private collections worldwide. “We are very proud to host this exhibition by Jane O’Malley, which will be opened by Dr. Patrick Crowley,” said Joan Clancy. All are welcome to experience the perfect union Towards La Geria – Evening – Lanzarote III. of culture and nature at this uniquely-located art gallery which showcases some of the country’s best painters. Jane O’Malley in Joan Clancy Gallery, Mweelahorna, An Rinn in the Waterford Gaeltacht in Ireland’s Ancient East. July 9th – 23rd. Open 11.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. daily including the weekends. info@joanclancygallery.co m 086-8134597 www.joanEvening Light – La Geria – Lanzarote. clancygallery.com

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Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School FOLLOWING our hugely successful production of Disney's Beauty And The Beast at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan, we are now taking names for our new term that will commence in August and run until January. We cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 in our classes that take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan. If you like to sing, dance, act or you just like to have fun and make new friends, then Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School is the place for you. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about end of term productions that to date include recent productions of Disney's Beauty And The Beast, Cats, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, Disney's High

School Musical, The Addams Family Musical, Grease, The Wizard Of Oz, Disney's The Little Mermaid to name just a few. The stage school is now in its eighth year and growing with each passing term and we are delighted to announce that our next end of term production will be the magical Dr. Seuss musical Seussical that features the wonderful characters Horton The Elephant, The Cat In The Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Jojo, The Sour Kangaroo and many, many more. We are sure Seussical will prove to be hugely popular with all our students. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented, experienced and in demand

professionals, skills that stay with and benefit the students way and beyond the world of the stage and the rehearsal room. No experience is required to join the stage school as all levels of ability are catered for and places are limited in all our classes. So don't delay and secure your place today by simply calling Brian or David on 087-2360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have. We will be holding an Open / Registration evening on Friday, 12th August, from 5.30 p.m. to 7.45 p.m. in St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan, for our new term. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students can’t be wrong. It is advisable to secure your place before the Open/Registration evening as classes are sure to fill up fast. Let the fun begin.

Kill KILL ACTION & ALERT GROUP Well done to all who have been working in the background as well as visibly on improving the village appearance, flowers galore decorate wide parts of the village now, a sight to behold! Registration for the Kill Community Text Alert Group remains open – if you wish to register for the text alerts, please contact Marie Cleary, Brid Walsh or Mareike Eccleston for a form. Alternatively, pop in to Happy Days or Pisces Restaurant to register there. The switch to the automated text alert is imminent, so make sure someone in your household has registered to keep up to date with the latest alert messages. The new system will be sending texts received by the Gardai in a timely manner but also has a cost involved. The initial registration fee is a once off payment, it is anticipated that annual registration will be at a lower rate. Thank you to all who have signed up. Date for your Diary: The Kill Action & Alert Group will be benefitting from the proceeds of a BBQ with live music on 20th August, 2016, in Kirwan’s Bar.Tickets will be available shortly, watch this

space for more details! BOATSTRAND SEA SAFETY CENTRE The committee of Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre would like to thank the management, staff and customers of Centra in Kilmeaden for their support of our bucket collection on Thursday, 23rd June which realized €464. Your generous contributions are much appreciated. Our next collection is in Centra in Kilmacthomas on 8th July. KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Social Dancing Classes are now finished for the summer. Helen and Paddy would like to extend a sincere thank you to all who came along and make the classes so enjoyable. See you all again in September! Our next Bingo night will take place this Thursday, 7th July at 8.00 p.m. Our Jackpot of €360 was won on Thursday 23rd, this week we’ll start off with a new jackpot of €100! The bottle bank is available for public use at Kill Community Centre – glass and cans are collected at this bring centre. The Centre is available for hire for children’s birthday parties and much more – please contact the office on 089-4966951 for further details, find us on Facebook or email us on

killccentre@gmail.com. BIRTHDAY WISHES A very Happy Birthday to Mags Hennessy, have a fantastic day! SHANAKILL RIDING CENTRE We are delighted with our first ever summer camp which commenced on Monday for beginners. Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th July the camp continues for intermediate and advanced riders from 10.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. each day. In August, Tuesday 2nd is scheduled for a beginners’ camp and Wednesday 3rd and 4th for intermediate / advanced from 10.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. again. Family discounts available. Numbers are limited for all camp days, so make sure to book your child’s place. We also offer show jumping coaching each Wednesday night. For further information, please contact us on 087-6215483. SINCERE SYMPATHY It is with great sadness that we report the recent death of Mr Ned Curran, 22 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, Waterford. Ned was well known as caretaker in Kill Community Centre until a few years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

Preparations for the Edith Collier's Bunmahon Gala Weekend this July 15th, 16th and 17th. By Sean Fitzsimons of Fotofitz, model Victoria Hamersley.

Bonmahon BIRTHDAY WISHES Happy Birthday to the Master of the Sand, roll up Sean Corcoran! A very happy year ahead from all your family and friends. COPPER COAST VISITOR CENTRE An exhibition of contemporary art by Orlaith Hamersley will run for the month of July in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre Bunmahon, Co Waterford. The official opening will be performed by Gordon Collier from Wanganui in New Zealand on Friday, July 15th at 8.00 p.m. Respected local poet Tom Power will be our guest speaker. All are welcome to this informal event, light refreshments will be served. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO The numbers drawn last

week were 12, 16, 18 and 23. We had no jackpot or match 3 winners. Congratulations to our 4 Lucky dip winners who receive €25 each: Sean Veale, Kevin Dineen, Aoife Mooney and Davie Power Scrahan. This week, our jackpot is at a fantastic €5,750. BIRTHDAY WISHES A very happy Birthday to John Galloway, wishing you lots of happiness for the week that’s in it! EDITH COLLIER'S BUNMAHON There will be a Gala weekend in Bunmahon this July 15th to 17th to complete the celebrations commemorating a centenary since renowned New Zealand born artist Edith Collier visited Bunmahon on Waterford’s Copper Coast. Activities will include Sand Art, A Period

Irish Red Cross Portlaw WE are delighted to announce the date of our 2016 Presentation Night which will take place on Monday, 18th July at 7.00 p.m. in Clodiagh House. A large number of certificates for a broad variety of qualifications will be presented to our members and also members of other organisations and the public who completed courses with us during the year and all are welcome to this evening of celebration. PUBLIC ACCESS AED While the matter of the damage to the housing for the public access defibrilla-

tor at Portlaw National School in January this year has not been resolved yet, we feel we can no longer withhold this facility and have made a decision to reinstate the AED in the coming week. This means the AED will be easily accessible for anyone to use if needed. We would like to ask for your help to keep a watchful eye on our public access facilities at Portlaw N.S. as well as at the Dr. Martin Day Centre and report any suspicious behaviour to the Gardai. If you have any queries, please contact us on 087-6646824.

Garden Party, A Film Premier, and Much More! Tickets for the vintage afternoon tea party on the afternoon of July 16th will be on sale very soon, €10 for an adult €25 for a family of 4 (2 adults 2 children). Tickets will also be available on the day including €4 children's ticket. Net proceeds will go to Bonmahon Lifeboat and Bonmahon Tidy Towns. Edith Collier along with Gladys Reynell and a number of other artists attended a summer art school held by seminal Australian artist Margaret McPherson (later Preston) in 1914 and 1915. See www.edithcolliersbunmahon.wordpress.com WORDS TURNS 3! Join us this Wednesday for the 3 year anniversary bash of the WORDS Event. Poetry, Prose, Song – any medium is most welcome

to celebrate our birthday! This month’s event will take place at The Art Hand at 7.45 p.m. Please call 051 292919 to book your seat. SUMMER CAMPS AT THE ART HAND Very few spaces remain available for the first of our summer camps, the Film & Animation Camp commencing on Monday, 11th July. Action packed fun is provided for children aged 7 or over for the whole week with camp running from 10.00 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. each day. Our Family Beach Camp which takes place in the first week of August is also proving very popular – make sure to contact us to ensure availability. This is a fantastic opportunity to spend a truly special week with truly special memories at the beach with your family! Call us on 051-292919.

House of Dreams In my heart I’ve built a house for you, With walls of stone and roof of thatch, It’s little windows vague with dew, It’s half-door leaning on the latch. There are rambling roses everywhere, And whitewash gleams on the garden wall, The flickering flame of a driftwood fire, Makes the shimmering shadows leap and fall. And when we turn the evening key, And leave the world to the realms of night, Two hearts will beat in harmony, Love’s lamp will be our guiding light. Within this quaint and crooked house, Our dreams will bloom and blossom there, In love’s embrace on an ancient couch, Our hearts, our souls, our love, we’ll share. And when the tide torments the shore, And the storm shouts at the sullen sky, When wailing winds weep at the door, We’ll be soothed to sleep by its lullaby. JOHN DALY

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Ardmore Pattern Festival Ardmore Farmer's Market buzzing with locals and visitors, providing a sociable chat and catch up for all ages of our community.

Ardmore ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS IT TAKES A VILLAGE It wasn’t an accident that Ardmore achieved national success in The Pride of Place Competition. The real winner was the input of the people of the village and community and various organisations. The Pattern Festival Committee did a fabulous job in coordinating it, as they did with the equally successful Operation Transformation this year. In the same vein, it hasn’t been an accident that Ardmore has achieved national recognition over the past 50 years in the National Tidy Towns Competition. It’s the input of the people that makes it and again the cooperation of the other organisations and the huge community spirit and goodwill that defines Ardmore. Again we had a great turnout for our final Wednesday night tidy up last week and great work was done. Sincere thanks to all who did their bit during those vital weeks. They are too numerous to name but their help was really appreciated and it made a difference. Also thanks to the numerous families who regularly pick the litter from both the approach roads to the village – you too are doing a great job. The guys in Ardmore Fire Brigade are also playing a blinder by watering the new trees out there, they don’t need much of that in this weather, but during the dry spells it was vital and they also keep our water on wheels for the allotments topped up. We also appreciate and notice the huge effort by all householders around the village and the small army of people who quietly and without

notice do a little bit of tidying up as they go about their daily work. The FÁS and TÚS workers also play a significant part as of course do all the committee. The GAA grounds look stunning, all the businesses have played their part and it is all further evidence of our wonderful community spirit. Ar agaidh linn. FUNDRAISERS It’s that time of year again when all local organisations try to raise the few euros necessary to survive. All the euros go back into the community in one form or another. In our case we spend the money mainly on plants, trees and flowers, a significant amount goes on purchase and maintenance of equipment such as mowers, strimmers etc, and of course on the petrol to keep them running. We also spend a good few quid each year on information boards, paint, gates railings etc. All our money goes into the community and all of it comes from these fundraisers, all of which are designed to give a bit of fun as well as raise money. We also get some very generous voluntary contributions and of course the business community are most supportive of our efforts. Our first kick-off will be the 60s/70s disco/dance.This event on Friday, July 29th will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the founding of Ardmore Youth Club and we are hoping that all the youngsters who attended the ‘ballroom of romance’ summer discos and dances in the 60s, 70s and 80s will come along for this nostalgic trip back in time. WLRfm’s music guru, John

James and Billy Foley pictured with their crop of new potatoes in Ardmore, County Waterford.

O’Shea will provide the music and be DJ for the night.Tickets for the event are on sale at all the usual village outlets and from the committee and are priced at only €5 each.There is a very attractive raffle attached to the tickets with an over night stay at The Cliff House Hotel, Dinner at Whitehorses, and vouchers for Ardmore Adventures, Eleanor Carlton Chiropy and Reflexology and Ardmore Tea Rooms and Art Gallery among the prizes. SUNNY SUMMER SUNDAY Just nothing tops a sunny summer Sunday in Ardmore. Early risers will be the joggers and walkers pounding out the calories in anticipation of the indulgences sure to follow later in the day. The hum of lawn mowers can be heard over the din of vans and vehicles making their way to the Farmers Market to gain a good vantage point and set up their stalls. Mass goers will inhale the aroma of fresh coffee and barbecue as they head to Church. Half eleven mass is still a major focal point and a huge social occasion that spills onto the market for the rest of the day. Children and adults compete for the comfort of the bales of straw strategically placed throughout the markets and the huge variety of home foods and veg, some of which is bagged and brought home and some for immediate consumption. But the real joy is the social interaction of locals, visitors and many celebrities mingling and chatting as their children play and wander through the adjoining car boot sale. Then as the crowds disperse around mid afternoon and the stalls are sold out the gentle westerly breeze disperses the music from The Round Tower Hotel’s ‘Gig in the Garden’ around the village. Families, again locals and visitors, stroll along to enjoy some refreshments and the kids, even the toddlers safe in the walled in grounds, have a ball climbing and playing under Aidan’s magic tree. Hundreds sit and mingle in the sun and many passing motorists are seen to pull over at the sight and sound of the sheer enjoyment of it all. WEDNESDAY NIGHT POKER The final of the Poker game at The Round Tower Hotel last week was won by James Bryan with Richie Stilwell in second and Patricia Fitzgerald in third place. Game again this Wednesday night at 9.30 pm sharp.

IT'S full steam ahead with the programme of events for the 10th Ardmore Pattern Festival which will run from the 18th–24th July. Here are a few events to whet your appetite: RTE's Mary Kennedy & 'Angels in My Hair' Author, Lorna Byrne to visit Ardmore as Guest Authors during the Ardmore Pattern Festival. Well known and much loved RTE personality, Mary Kennedy visits us on Sunday, 24th July at 4.30 p.m. in St. Paul's Church. Mary is the author of four books, Paper Tigers, a memoir, (2003), Lines I Love (2007) which was shortlisted in the Irish Book Awards in 2008, Lines for Living (2011) and What Matters in 2015. Mary Kennedy's broadcasting career started in 1978 when, as a secondary school teacher, she applied for a job as television continuity announcer in RTÉ. A BA (Hons) graduate of UCD, she taught English in Brittany, France before returning to teach at Colaiste Bride in Clondalkin, Dublin. In 1982 she presented a bilingual television chat show called 'An Crúiscín Lán' and in 1988 presented 'Give Us a Chance', aimed at Leaving Certificate students. She became a newscaster in 1992 and in 1995 was invited to present the 40th Eurovision Song Contest. In May 1999 Mary hosted the gala opening of RTÉ Lyric FM. She has also presented a number of radio series on RTÉ Radio 1. Besides co-hosting Open House, the afternoon television programme, with Marty Whelan for six years, she has hosted numerous other programmes on RTÉ Television including 'Up for the Match' and 'The People of the Year Awards' as well as commentating on many important occasions. These include the funeral of Mother Teresa in Calcutta in 1997; the re-internment of the ‘Forgotten Ten’ volunteers who fought for Irish Freedom (the most well-known of whom was Kevin Barry) in 2001; the inauguration of President Mary McAleese for a second term in 2004; the funeral of Pope John Paul II in 2005 and that of former Taoisigh, Charles Haughey, in 2006 and Albert Reynolds in 2014. She also provided commentary for the funeral of

President Hillery, the inauguration of President Michael D. Higgins and the Royal Wedding in 2011, followed by the visit of Queen Elizabeth II also in 2011. She also provides the Irish language commentary for the National Day of Commemoration every year and on September 18 th was commentator, along with John Bowman for the State Funeral of Tomás Ceannt, (Thomas Kent), one of the signatories of the 1916 Proclamation of Independence. Mary Kennedy joined the hugely successful regional news programme, Nationwide, as its co-presenter with Michael Ryan in August 2004. She was joined by presenter Anne Cassin after Michael’s retirement in 2011. Lorna Byrne is the author of four international bestselling books - Angels in My Hair, Stairways to Heaven, A Message of Hope from the Angels, and Love from Heaven which are published in more than fifty countries and translated into over thirty languages. She has an increasing readership of over a million people worldwide. Her last two books were immediate Number 1 bestsellers on the UK Sunday Times Chart. Lorna’s joins us at 12.30 pm on Sunday, 24th July in St Paul's Church. Her work has included many sold-out worldwide events. Her audiences are all over Europe including, for example, the UK, Germany and Switzerland as well as the U.S.A. In 2016 Lorna will be filming a documentary in Ethiopia, Africa and speaking in both Hong Kong and Taiwan in China. Lorna’s events are diverse in her attempt to achieve her aims and vision. Lorna invited Betty Williams, Nobel Laureate, to New York to help promote peace between Sunni and Shite Muslims. Lorna was joined by Mike Dooley, New York Times Bestselling Author, speaker and entrepreneur, to provide a three part webinar, World Wide Web. Lorna received the World Harmony Run Torch Bearer Award in March 2011 for inspiring communities through her life and deeds. Lorna founded the Lorna Byrne Children’s Foundation

in 2015. The aim of the foundation is to give a helping hand to a number of charities who are already working tirelessly to change the lives of children for the better who are suffering due to war, devastation, poverty or illness. Lorna’s vision for the foundation is that it will reach many more of the children who are in desperate need worldwide. Among many achievements, Lorna maintains that her most meaningful achievement was the rearing of four children after the death of her beloved husband at a young age. Lorna has presented, through her writings, messages from God and the angels. JOHN McMANUS' NEW PLAY COMES TO ARDMORE Big Guerilla Productions are back in St Declan's Hall on Monday, 18th July with a comedy and a dose of reality from the writer of 'The Quare Land'. "Danger Money" is a new play by John McManus starring Seamus O'Rourke who is Teddy (The Mucker) Tucker. London was only ever meant to be a stepping stone for Teddy 'the Mucker' Tucker, but somehow he stayed there for over thirty years until one day he abruptly abandoned his friends and his job and returned home to North Leitrim. He now finds himself in the bog wondering: Should snakes receive the Free Travel Pass? Are birds the souls of people that have passed on? Why is he's bagging turf when he doesn't even have a fireplace! Join us in St. Declan's Hall, Ardmore, at 8.00 p.m. on Monday, 18th July, for this wonderfully entertaining pro-

duction. Admission is €15, Tickets are available from Quinn's Foodstore in Ardmore or by calling 0862330810 or 085-1741614. All proceeds to the St. Declan's Conference of the Society of St Vincent de Paul. COMEDIAN DEIRDRE O'KANE LIVE IN ARDMORE Ardmore Pattern Festival hosts Deirdre O’Kane one of Ireland’s best known stand up comedians. After a seven year break from the stage to pursue her movie career where she filmed in Vietnam and also played the part of the mammy in Irish award winning film Moone Boy she is now back with a brand new show called1Dee which is trilling audiences at present. The Sunday Times has quoted “She Dazzles the Audience from start to finish” and the Guardian stating “Unique Star Quality”. Deirdre takes to the stage in St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore, at 9.00 p.m. on July 22nd and tickets are €15 and can be bought in Ardmore at the Round Tower Hotel & Ardmore Gallery & Tearoom or on 087-9382001. Numbers will be limited for this show so important to pick your tickets up early! Further information on the Ardmore Pattern Festival are available from www.ardmorepatternfestival.ie or www.f acebook.com/ardmorepattern

Mary Kennedy

Lorna Byrne

Ardmore / Grange ICA TUESDAY, 14th June dawned bright and sunny and we were heading over the Vee on our Annual Outing. We enjoyed the beautiful colourful rhodedendrons and a spectacular view of a number of Counties. The first stop was Glenconnor garden centre Clonmel where we enjoyed a cupán tae with a selection of scones and cakes and afterwards the variety of shrubs and flowers were very tempting to some of our members so john’s bus was loaded up and we were on our way to The Swiss Cottage in Cahir. This quaint thatched cottage of unusual shape and surrounded by the old perfumed roses was very appealing to the eye. It was built in the early 1800’s by Richard Butler and designed by the famous regency architect. Its interior contains a graceful spinal staircase and some elegantly decorated rooms.

Next stop was Fahey‘s in Cashel where we lunched on soup and sandwiches and then on to the historic site of the Rock of Cashel which is also known as Cashel of the Kings and St Patrick’s Rock. It was the traditional seat of the King of Munster for several hundred years prior to the Norman Invasion. The picturesque site boast a remarkable collection of Celtic Art and Medieval architecture. Our guide was very informative but unfortunately the weather deteriorated and we had to cut our visit short due to the inclement weather. Back to Clonmel for some retail therapy and a beautiful dinner in the Minella Hotel. Just a reminder to everyone that our Antique Fair with Afternoon tea is coming up on July 17th in Hall Deuglán Ardmore from 12.00 mid-day to 6.00 p.m.

Table Quiz Table Quiz on Friday, 15th July at 9.00 p.m. in the Round Tower Hotel in aid of Ardmore Juvenile GAA Club. €20 for a table of four. All invited for what should be a great night. Lots of prizes.

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Stradbally WHIST Stradbally Whist this Wednesday, 6th July at 7.30 p.m. Open for 8.00 p.m. start. The Barron Hall. Parking outside. Just €5 for the evening with the chance to win one of the 11 prizes! There is a break half way through the evening for tea and cakes....last time it was strawberry and cream cakes...what will it be this week? We like to see visitors to the area and everyone is welcome. WALK/TALKS Our next Walk/Talk is to Drumlohan Ogham Stones, they may have recorded territorial divisions or boundaries. They do not appear to be Christian.The inscription suggests that these Ogham stones date some where between 300ad and 400ad, but could be centuries older. On Thursday night meet in Barron Hall 7.30 p.m. and we will travel to site. Cup of tea later in Barron Hall. €5 per adult, children accompanied free. Thanks to David Kirwan for permission to visit site. GREEN WAY The “Golden Mile” (Durrow to Ballyvoile) Greenway Walk/Talk continues on Wednesday nights, meeting in Car Park Durrow 7.30 p.m. Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or Nicola 0877160700. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Breda Cummins, Newtown, Stradbally who was conferred with a Diploma in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from Lansdowne College, Dublin recently. WEDDING St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen was the setting for the wedding of Mary Fitzgerald, daughter of Michael and Catherine Fitzgerald, Kilmacthomas to Bernard, son of Peter and Veronica Walsh, Cooltubrid, Kilmacthomas on Saturday,

2nd July, 2016. The church music during the ceremony was provided by Robert and Paula Weldon. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. Stradbally officiated.The chief bridesmaid was Becky Fitzgerald with assistant bridesmaids Alison Fitzgerald, Melissa McGrath, Claire Phelan and Sinead Power.The bestman was Tony Walsh with groomsmen Denis Flynn, JoeJoe Power, John Mooney and Michael Fitzgerald.The pretty flower girls were Amelia and Annabell Kiely and Rosanna Cawley.Tristian Fitzgerald and Tadgh Power carried out the pageboy duties. Following the signing of the register the happy couple celebrated with family and friends into the night. Congratulations and best wishes to Mary and Bernard for a long and happy life together. SOCCER No jackpot winner in the lotto draw in the Bally Inn recently. The numbers drawn were 10, 17, 18 and 22. €25 went to Darragh Kiely, Marlene Doyle and Ava Concannon. The promoter’s

prize went to Francis Sheehan. The next draw will be held in O’Mahony’s, Durrow on Sunday night with a jackpot on offer of €4,300. Thanks to all who continue to support our lotto. Academy and Little Dribblers has finished for this season. Their Saturday morning sessions and numerous blitzes were enjoyed by both children and their parents. Thanks to all the mentors who gave freely of their time each week. Have a safe and enjoyable summer holiday and see you all again in September. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Our new recruit Richard has been combining his dog walking duties with helping to keep Stradbally beach in a clean and tidy state for visitors. His efforts are really appreciated and this has been shown by visitors openly acknowledging their thanks when they meet him on the beach in his volunteering capacity. A big thanks to Richard, keep up the great work.

At Wednesday night’s “Golden Mile” Walk on the Greenway (Durrow to Ballyvoile) – Tom Hickey, P. J. Maher (Last Station Master in Durrow station when it closed to passenger trains in 1967), Breda Maher, Sean O’Connor, Denis and Trudy Evan's (Trudy also has Durrow connections). Great credit to P. J. Maher for his memories working in Durrow Station. Great to listen to somebody who knows what they are talking about. Some of the photos of the Trains, Station and people working there are gems. Will revisit these photos. [Josephine Hickey]

Paddy O’Keeffe on his 1957 Porsche diesel, ready for the off on Sunday's “Tractor Drive”. The Barron Hall committee are most grateful to the support and effort went into this Vintage Tractor Drive by all participants (all Tractor Vintage photographs thanks to Josephine Hickey).

John Cummins Commemoration - Ballyvoile – Tom Cunningham, Tony Hogan, P. J. Carey, Paul Whelan, Colin Barnes.

Barron Community Hall Stradbally Ltd., Vintage Tractor/Car/Bike drive was a wonderful success, thanks to the weather and the large number of vehicles which turned out from far and near. The farthest away came from New Zealand, David Curran with his 1974 Ford Escort, Mark 1 (built in New Zealand), and the car arriving in Ireland about eight weeks ago. David, of course, has Stradbally connections, his parents both hail from the parish, John and Bessy (Cunningham). David recalls a number of visits to Stradbally with his parents in his younger days 1960s, travelling from England on boat and then on train arriving in Durrow Railway Station.

John Cummins Commemoration - Ballyvoile – Seamus and Hannah Kiersey.

John Cummins Commemoration - Ballyvoile – Cllr. Siobhan Whelan (SF) and Grace Whelan.

SPECIALS IN CONJUNCTION WITH SGC Throughout the year, we will have specials for our members in conjunction with the SGC Dungarvan. For the month of July, we will have St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome. Venue: SGC Dungarvan. Date: Thursday, July 7th. Time: 7.00 p.m. Tickets will be available for members at the museum for the reduced price of €10. This is a unique film event on the occasion of the Extraordinary Jubilee proclaimed by Pope Francis. An exclusive visit to the four major basilicas in Rome to discover the hidden treasure of the Eternal City. Key Dates in the History of Dungarvan 1816: Dungarvan Bridge opened 1819: Fever Hospital opened at Strandside North, Abbeyside 1821: Presentation Convent erected in Church Street 1823: Augustinian Church begun in St. Augustine Street 1828: St. Mary’s Parish Church opened. The Fenian leader F.X O’Brien born in Main Street 1829: The Courthouse built 1832: The public baths built at Still Lane at the Lookout 1834: Abbeyside Church completed 1836: Christian Brothers construct new school at Rice’s Street/Mitchel Street 1841: Dungarvan Workhouse built. Dungarvan’s population is c.10,000 EXCELLENT FEEDBACK FROM VISITORS TO THE MUSEUM At the museum we are always delighted to hear what visitors think of the museum experience. Not only does it encourage us but it gives us insight into what people like to see and what they think. All feedback is greatly appreciated. The following feedback about the museum appeared on TripAdvisor recently. “A potted history of Ireland” The museum has been carefully laid out to take you from pre-history to the current day with particular reference to the local area. Fascinating and well worth the time – entry free! “Interesting” I went there with my Aunt to gain some family history. The staff were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend a visit, especially if you have historic connections. “Better than most” The museum is not bad at all, certainly better than the majority of regional small town museums that I visited on the Continent and the staff were very obliging in helping

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source material for my studies. “Great Place” This was a small well laid out museum. Very interesting and informative displays. Excellent displays of local history. 1916 EXHIBITION To mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising, we opened our new exhibition: “The Recent and Tragic Occurrences” 1916 and County Waterford. The exhibition highlights the Co.Waterford links with the Rising and some of the leaders. We were delighted to have medals and memorabilia from the Graves and Ó Reagán families who attended the opening. This exhibition is open and is the result of a lot of hard work. All are very welcome to call in and see it. Open daily Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. 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. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING JULY 6th Name: William Butler; Service No. Rank: 283 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: A.I.F. 26Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 7/’16. Name: James Breen; Service No. Rank: 4705 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 2Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: John Connors; Service No. Rank: 7295 Cpl.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Rifles 1 Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Henry McLoughlin; Service No. Rank: PS1682 Sgt.; Service: Army; Unit: Middlesex Reg. 16Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: James Culleton; Age: 32; Service: Army; Unit: R. Dub. Fus. 8&1 Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: John Guiry; Service No. Rank: 21189 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R. Dub. Fus.

2Bn.;Where Born: Stradbally; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Thomas O’Brien; Service No. Rank: 6067 Pr.; Service; Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 2 Bn.; Where Born: Stradbally; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: James Murphy; Service No. Rank: 19419 Pr/6705; Service: Army; Unit: E. Lancs. Reg. 1Bn/Lan; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Robert Power; Service No. Rank: 8763 Rifleman; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Rifles 1 Bn.;Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Joseph Butler; Service No. Rank: 17041 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R. Innis. Fus. 1Bn.; Where Born: Portlaw; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Frank Phelan; Age: 31; Service No. Rank: 26/550 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: Tyneside Irish; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Jeremiah Horan; Service No. Rank: 12226 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R. Dub. Fus. 2Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: Hugh Murdoch; Age: 28; Service No. Rank: 2344 Rifleman; Service: Army; Unit: Liv’pl Reg. 6Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 1/7/’16. Name: James Pender; Age: 21; Service No. Rank: 16130 Rifleman; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Fus. 1Bn.; Where Born: Ferrybank; Death Category: Wounds; Date of Death: 2/7/’16. Name: William Whelan; Age: 38; Service No. Rank: 2730 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: Aus. Pioneers. 2 Unit; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 4/7/’16. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

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Great Bluegrass band from Tennessee coming to Tigh an Cheoil ALL the greatest musicologists and music professors agree now that one of the greatest single influences on American bluegrass and old-time music was Irish traditional music. Even now we have an awful lot of tunes in common like “St. Anne's Reel”, “Turkey in the straw”, “Whiskey before breakfast”, “Fisher's Hornpipe”, “Connie the Soldier” and many many more. Double stopping in fiddle-playing is thought to have been introduced to American country music from Ireland. Irish structures and forms are found in many American tunes. The songs being much older (at least in the case of true traditional song) we have even more of them in common. “The Cuckoo” one of the most popular Appalachian, old time and bluegrass songs is derived from “The streams of Bunclody”, as is “Pretty Saro” and more. All this, of course, was the basis for the ground-breaking documentary TV programme one “Bringing it all back home”, which was also a best-selling album and won a Grammy in 1991 for producer Philip King, whose brainchild it was. More recently, the wonderful TV series “The Transatlantic Sessions” has been continuing this sterling work in tracing the similarities and cross-cultural influences shared in common by Irish and Scottish traditional music on the one hand and American Roots music, especially bluegrass, old time and folk. The Chieftains also in “The Long Black Veil” and many other albums have been mixing Irish trad with rock, blues, country and pop music proponents from all over the world and showing the huge importance of Irish indigenous music in the evolution of popular music internationally. In our own humble way, we have been doing similar work in the superb series of concerts, gigs and sessions organised in An Rinn (Ring), near Dungarvan over the last few years. Collectively known as “Gig sa Tigh”, this great run of very special events have featured not only the cream of Irish traditional musicians but has con-

sistently highlighted great touring American bands and artists from the world of Bluegrass, old-time and folk, with Hank Williams and Merle Haggard songs given as much importance as “The Mason's Apron” or “The Salley Gardens”. It's still seems incredible that musicians of the calibre of Martin Hayes, Tony MacMahon, Dermot Byrne, Steve Cooney, Sweeney's Men, The Voice Squad have performed so close to home in this marvellous and beautiful setting and that later on this year Máirtín O'Connor, Zoe Conway, and Donal Lunny are coming and so is the world famous Frankie Gavin! Donal Lunny, of course, was in Tigh very recently with the equally renowned Mick Hanly. So really Tigh An Cheoil is where it's all happening lately. It's really becoming one of the very best venues in the country and literally everyone wants to play here. Master fiddle-player Jesse Smith launched his new CD in Tigh recently (again his second visit – he loves Tigh!) and now, upcoming, on Sunday, July the 10th, at 8.30 p.m., an amazingly accomplished bluegrass band from the famous “Choo-Choo” town, Chattanooga, in Tennessee, will give a concert in Tigh an Cheoil. Superb both vocally and instrumentally, the Hamilton County Ramblers cover Classic Bluegrass, country, Swing and Gospel – they can be innovative while never losing the down-home folksy feel – and capture especially well the warm, relaxed feel of classic bluegrass while also bringing to mind the lift, flow and mellifluous euphoria of Irish traditional music at its best. They are yet another illustration of how much American music owes to Ireland. They tell me also how extremely honoured and excited they are to be bringing bluegrass back home to Ireland, in particular as they'll be performing in The Gaeltacht, and this means a lot to them. They are really looking forward to hearing real Sean nós singing as it is preserved (in a very healthy way) in the Déise) and to checking out the enormous influence it has had on traditional Appalachian mountain singing

with its nasal quality, modal ornamentation and vocal improvisation. As I always say, when you listen to recordings of Lefty Frizell and George Jones, it is play to hear how the melismatic ornamentation (what we would call 'grace notes') is totally derived from sean nós style. And remember that one of the largest ethnic groups to colonise the Appalachian mountains in particular came from Ireland. So don't just take my word for it. Come along to Tigh on Sunday the 10th and see for yourself how much in common bluegrass – a truly American music – has with Irish traditional music and song. You'll be amazed. You'll learn a great deal. But, above all, you'll be thoroughly entertained and enjoy a simply delightful night of music and singing. The singing, by the way, has one wonderful added advantage which is still not as widespread in Ireland. Here, especially in the case of Irish language Sean nós singing, vocal harmony is almost unknown. Whereas in American bluegrass it has been developed to a supreme degree. I guarantee you that you will be moved, stirred and entranced by the highly sophisticated and musically charming harmonies that this group are worldfamous for. So do yourselves a big favour and come along to Tigh an Cheoil, An Rinn (Ring), Dungarvan on Sunday the 10th @ 8.30 and give yourselves a huge musical treat! Check out the Hamilton County Ramblers from Tennessee. Entrance is €15 and extremely good value for such a great band. Enquiries and booking at: 0877921771 or 087-9898560. HAMILTON COUNTY RAMBLERS ARE: JIM PANKEY - Banjo / Vocals (who by the way was here before with “Curtis Blackwell's Georgia Bluegrass Band” in Dillon's, under the auspices of The Dungarvan Singers Club) ROY CURRY - Guitar JAMES KEE - Mandolin / Vocals JOHN BOULWARE - Fiddle / Vocals JOSH HIXON - Bass / Vocals

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Softly, Softly By Donal Buckley THE world provides some wondrous sights to put a smile on your face and make you go all gooey inside. Fluffy kittens will do it every time. Maybe it’s because of the shocked yet inquisitive look in their eyes, or the amazing agility they possess despite the fact their head is twice the size of their body. Maybe it’s their obvious vulnerability combined with their willingness to take on a much bigger adversary. They're just so darn cute. A long hot Summer is another experience that improves a person’s outlook on life. Balmy days, warm breeze and a little colour on your cheeks. Walking on firm, dry ground is a pleasure too rare in this country. But, what’s seldom is wonderful. Unfortunately, little kittens and hot Summer’s are not always a good combination. Cats, and their offspring consider that any piece of dry dusty ground is a litter tray. This is normally a wonderful attribute in a cat, IF, the "litter tray" isn't in the shadow of a tree or shrub. If it is, the best way to find it, in my experience, is with a garden strimmer. Of course, wearing overalls in warm weather is not a practical option, so the first hint of discovery is usually a cold slimy spatter on your shins, arms and just below the line of your goggles. It is because of those goggles that you can now get an intimate view of that spatter material. Just then, the next wave of the experience arrives. Now, peeling onions is guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes.The aroma that now arises from the newly discovered cats lavatory will melt your earwax while singeing your eyebrows.You have now become the person you would least want to stand beside. Then, and only then, will you feel the urgent need to scratch your nether regions. No matter how much you squirm, twist or stamp your feet, nothing will satisfy that itch like the instant attention of a badly manicured fingernail. Straddling the adjacent barbwire fence is looking like an attractive prospect right now. As lush and verdant as I like to think my garden is, it is not a sub tropical paradise. Therefore, there are no Jojoba plants, no Banana leaves and no waterfall.The only thing available to scrape off the excess was either dog leaves or nettles. Ironically, I chose the dog leaves. So, there was nothing for it but to down tools and head for the shower. After removing a layer of skin with a deck scrub, a gallon of Jeyes fluid and some patio cleaner, the problem in the garden needed to be addressed. Elbow length rubber gloves, a divers helmet and a sterilised shovel were brought in to help reclaim the garden for humanity. The offending substance was moved a safe distance from civilization and surrounded by toxic waste warning signs. The gloves then joined the shovel in a furnace, while the helmet ended its usefulness in its natural environment, at the bottom of the sea. As if on cue, the rain began to softly fall and renew the scorched earth. Gardening activities were over for the day, so I picked up the strimmer to return it to the shed. It was then that I felt the soft squishiness on the handle and that all too familiar aroma, "Oh, shhh.......shovel!" The moral of this story is; don't stir things up, unless you are prepared to do the big clean up afterwards. Isn't that right, Boris? Ballinameela Creatives would like to recommend that everyone should go to The Market House Art Gallery and see the wonderful paintings of the talented Maria Dowling.You won't be disappointed. Science Fiction writer Robert A. Heinlein once said, “Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea”.

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 July is Claire Tobin who can be contacted on 087-6808287. FINISK VALLEY AC 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 & Wednesday evenings

from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Minimum age limit is 5years 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 program on events can be obtained at our training sessions. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. if interested contact Mairead at 087-7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly, you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai

who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie VILLIERSTOWN WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Villierstown Woodland Ladybirds, Browines & Guides - We are urgently seeking new leaders for: Ladybirds (age group 5-7); Guides (age group 10 years +). If anyone is interested would you contact the following people: Maureen (086-1703621) for Ladybirds & Louise (087-2796454) for Guides. Both take place on a Thursday during term time. Ladybirds 4.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m.; Guides 6.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women - Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every

Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically & mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 4/7/’16 – Numbers drawn were 1, 24 and 30. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Ger O’Donovan, Ballygambon; Cathy and Denis c/o Maureen’s; Nora Lynch, Scart; Jim McGrath, Ballinameela; Jack O’Brien, Kereen. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,600 and the draw will take place in Maureen’s. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

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Big Representation for Munster Competitions THIRTY of our members will represent the County at the Munster Fleadh next week in Listowel. Down through the years the Cúil na Sméar music classes have produced many champions. Commencing on July 11th and culminating in three days of competitions over the weekend of 15th 16th and 17th, this is biggest Trad festival second in importance only to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Winning a Munster title is considered by some more difficult than winning an AllIreland and certainly the Province dominates the list of ultimate winners. Once again this year, our members have qualified in a wide variety of competitions with more than one member in some events. As usual we are strongly represented in all fiddle competitions both dance music and slow airs. The O’Gorman’s - Sarah, Séamus and Ellen will be strong contenders with Clodagh Kelly, Hannah Power and Sarah Nyhan also challenging. In concertina too we will be in all competitions, with four great players, Ryan O’Keeffe, Muireann Walsh, Ellen Motherway and Dearbhla Ní hAllacháin and in button accordion Jack Condon and Hannah Ní Shíthigh represent us in under 12 and under 15 respectively. In under 12 banjo Joe Motherway is a keen player and Fionn Timmins is a mature participant in under 15 with David Nyhan in under 12 mandolin. The Uilleann Pipes are one of our special projects in Cúil na Sméar and Luke Power is maturing well in this iconic instrument in which he represents us in under 15 slow airs and dance music. In accompaniment, guitarists Daniel O’Keeffe and Seán Dunford, in bodhrán Niamh Fennell and in piano Rachel Walsh as well as Sarah O’Gorman in miscellaneous will represent us well in these more rare events. Ellen and Joe Motherway along with Jack Condon are in under 12 trio and Jack and his sister Anna May are in under 12 duets. Sarah Nyhan and Molly Ní Shíthigh

are in English ballads and Molly is also competing in under 12 amhráin as Gaeilge with Hannah O’Donoghue in the Comhrá competition. Sarah O’Gorman and Clodagh Kelly are also in the new compositions category and for the first time in many years we have a senior céilí band which has been secretly practising since the county Fleadh. Our Under 12 Grúpa Cheoil has been fitting in some extra practice sessions outside of the weekly Sunday session and will give a final display at the opening night of Seisiún in the Park Hotel on Tuesday July 11th. ANOTHER SEISIÚN SEASON Visitors to Dungarvan will be delighted to know that another brand new production of the annual traditional cabaret commences in the Park Hotel on next Tuesday July 12th. Seisiún is part of the nationwide entertainment programme presented at over thirty venues around the country and traditional music, song and dance has always been identified by visitors as one of our greatest attractions. Along with Ceólta Sí in Youghal and Booley House in Ballyduff Upper, the Cúil Cheoil show in the Park Hotel gives tourists a choice of nights in which to experience local talent at its best. Locals too love to attend with many returning week after week. This year’s Cúil Cheoil show weaves the presentation of music, song and dance around the commemorative themes of 1916 and the build up to independence from the famine years. Recitations and poems from Declan Terry, songs from Bríd Coffey, Joe Power and Micheál Marrinan and sparkling music and dance from champion musicians and world class dancers, ensures nights of great enjoyment for Park Hotel audiences each Tuesday for the next six weeks. Curtain up is 8.30 p.m. and cead isteach is €10. Tickets are available from Dungarvan Tourist Office or by contacting 0873638002.

Dungarvan Camera Club THE club had a novel field trip on Saturday last when they organised an enacted wedding in the Church of Ireland in Stradbally as a training exercise in wedding photography for club members.The project was led by John Pelham and Richard Cutbill and the whole enabled in very kind fashion by Rev. James Mulhall who assisted the club in every way. Our first picture shows our bride for the day Kate Veale and her 'father of the bride' Tony Ledingham arriving to the church. Our volunteer bride Kate was radiant as any bride ever was and proved to be a wonderful model for the day. More pics next week.

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Lismore LUCKILY the working team got out on Monday morning last, 26th June, to continue the painting of the playground equipment as the weather for the rest of the week was very unsettled. Again it was a full morning’s work with available members and our CES workers painting from 9.00 a.m. until after 1.00 p.m. and some people coming back after lunch and working until late evening. The last piece of equipment to be painted will be done this week. The working team were out again that Monday night and swept from the Wine Vaults on West Street to the Post Office on Main Street, both sides of the road. Thanks to Paul Feeney our CES worker for work done at the Strand, Canal View Park and at the canal during that week as well. It is good to see the new fingerpost signs directing people to the Ice Houses at Ballyin on the Ballyduff Road.Thanks to John Foley General Supervisor Waterford City & County Council for organising this

and his staff for putting signs up. Reminding people who have not seen the work to go out, see what has been done and find out about the structures and their history from the information on the interpretive board. This project is conserving and protecting another part of the built heritage of Lismore and is providing townspeople and visitors with another interesting place to visit. The geophysical/ topographical study is being carried out at the Round Hill over five days starting this Thursday, 7th July and finishing on Monday, 11th July.Volunteers are required to help out over those days especially on Saturday and Sunday. If you are available to help on any of the five days it is still not too late to volunteer. Please call into the shop at Lismore Heritage Centre and arrange your day. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Continuing points of information in the brief summary note on the AllIreland Pollinator Plan 2015-2020:

4. WHY ARE BEES IN TROUBLE? pollinators are in decline because we have drastically reduced the areas where they can nest and the amount of food that our landscape provides for them.We have inadvertently introduced pests and diseases that impact negatively on their health and we also subject to levels of pesticide that make it difficult for them to complete their life cycles. We are asking them to provide their free services in an increasing inhospitable environment. 5. STARVATION: if you are a pollinator, finding enough food is the biggest challenge you face. Declines in wildflowers are subjecting our pollinators to starvation. Fertiliser application has resulted in increased crop yields but also in severe declines in wild flowers in managed fields and in adjacent semi-natural habitats. Our tendency to tidy up the landscape rather than allowing wild flowers to grow along roadsides, field margins, in parks and gardens is playing a big part in reducing these resources for bees.

Niamh and Aoife Condon with Jane England at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Forest Fun at The Towers LISMORE Heritage Centre hosts “Forest School” on Thursday July 14th at the magical Towers. Our adventurers will be entertained by experienced guides who will take them on a journey of Forest Fun. Featuring Trails, Storytelling, Navigation, Nature and lots more, Forest School is perfect for boys and girls aged 6-14 years who love the great outdoors. Forest School will

take place over two time slots so each child takes the maximum value from the day. 6-9 year olds: 11.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. 10-14 year olds: 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. The cost of the course is €15 per child, including all materials and equipment. For more information or to book please call Lismore Heritage Centre on 05854975 or e-mail rleddy@lismoreheritage.ie. Places are limited and booking is essential.

Lismore Community First Response THE members of Lismore Community First Response Group would like to express their sincere thanks to the following for their generous donations and sponsorship towards our training programme: Hello France Travel, TQS Integration, Mari Mina Pharmacy, The Spire Cafe, Lismore GAA, Mark and Diane Nugent from Affordable Luxury, Michael O’Leary of the Red House and Laura and Willie Roche of Roche’s Centra, Lismore. We are most grateful to you all for your sponsorship and, as a result, eight First Responders were able to complete their Advanced CFR training in Clonmel last week. This allows our CFR’s to utilise advanced airway management through oropharyngeal airway devices, bag-valve mask

ventilation, manual suction and laryngeal mask airway insertion. We are hoping to send a further group for advanced training in the near future. Donations also enables us to maintain up-to-date medical kits, and to replace used or expired medical supplies. Thank you in particular to TQS Integration for their very generous sponsorship of the Lismore Response D4H Responder Communication System for twelve months. This allows for higher efficiency in communication, equipment tracking and record keeping. We are becoming a highly skilled team, now responding as a “CFRENHANCED” First Responder group, attending to life threatening and

serious medical emergencies when despatched by the National Ambulance Service. Our volunteers continue to strive towards excellence in their service to the Lismore Community.

However, whilst we have a dedicated and enthusiastic team, as we are receiving significantly more calls than ever before, we need more volunteers. Our contact number is 086-4034593.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart THIS week I would like to draw your attention to www.richardrohr site which provides a good daily mediation that is both informative and formative. Something which challenges many a priest in a parish is the genuine enthusiasm given by parents as they participate in the preparation for First Holy Communion or Confirmation. Once the event is celebrated many simply disappear. Now I think I have see as clue as to the reason such people movement. It comes down to a reworking of the 12th Step in the 12 step programme. Such person who had become addicted to what ever was taking away their freedom found through doing the 12 step programme sobriety but failed to stay with the 12th Step that

in time most of what has been received may well be lost. In the same way, if parents who have received much in the preparation but fail to give back to the community then most of what has been received is simply lost. I would ask those who have received much in the Sacramental preparation of their child to seriously reflect honestly on what it is they are now giving back to the community of faith. Why do we call the Dead Sea by that definite name? As a lake it takes in the Jordan River water but holds all that water as a kind of dam. The Gospel of the Good Samaritan is proclaimed this weekend.When was the last time you really went out of your way, took time you had planned

for your self, took some of your money to meet the real needs of a needy person who untimely crossed your path? That’s part of the stuff I am talking about. To quote the 12th step ‘Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practices these principles in all our affairs’. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 9th July Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 10th July - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

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Villierstown Boating Club hosts exciting sailing event THE people of Villierstown Boating Club are beginning preparations for this year’s edition of the Villierstown 250 pursuit race that will take place on the picturesque Blackwater River. The event scheduled to take place on Sunday, 11th September, 2016, attracts dinghy sailing crews from around Ireland who enjoy the challenge of racing on the river, beautiful views and a warm welcome from Villierstown Boating Club members. In 2015, the race was won by local team, Adrian Lee and Ed Coyne of Youghal Sailing Club. They are expecting to defend their title against 25 teams in September. This exciting event is open to all dinghy sailing classes and

through generous sponsorship from Union Chandlery a top prize equivalent to €250 is on offer to the overall winner of the event. Of course, the event attracts more than the hardened dinghy racer to Villierstown. It creates a great spectacle for visitors to the Villierstown quay who can soak up the atmosphere of the event, enjoy a picnic and take a few snaps with the camera. If it sounds like an event you want to be a part of then feel free to contact Villierstown Boating Club at: 086 847 3562 or visit https://www.facebook.com/Villiersto wnBoatingActivitiesClub

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Waterford City & County Council staff past and present at the opening of the new Community Park, Cappoquin.

Cappoquin Cappoquin Community Centre DATES FOR YOU DIARY The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in the Community Centre on Thursday, August 18th from 5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. The Sean Kelly Tour takes place this year on August 20th and 21st arriving at Cappoquin Community Centre on the 21st. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO Lotto 4th July, 2016. Jackpot €1,800. Numbers drawn were 2, 11, 15 and 23. No Winner. Consolation prize winners: Biddy Uniacke, Lower Main Street; Margaret O’Shea, Shanbally; Margaret Troy, Main Street; Paddy McGrath, Sunlawn Affane; Margaret Davis, Aglish. Next week’s jackpot on the 11th July €1,900.

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! 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 Ireland’s most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights.You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership is €200, 6 month’s

€100, 3 month’s €60 and monthly €25. CIRCUIT TRAINING Like to improve Strength and Power, Core stability and General Fitness while also decreasing body fat then Circuit training maybe for you. You do not have to be an athlete to train like one. Circuit training is a total body training system which involves high volume (repetitions), low resistance (weights) workout with short rest intervals. Every single session is varied and sessions can be regressed/progressed to any level of fitness. Conor (Fully accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach) runs this popular class every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.00 a.m. and can be contacted at 087-

1247025. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on 087-1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA every Monday afternoon Pilates, Circuit Training Tuesday and Thursday nights. Quiddlers Mother & Toddler group and Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Thursday morning. Gymnastics every Friday. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder, anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh, First Floor of the Community Centre.

Cappoquin ARA BEST wishes for an enjoyable summer break to all our members. We will meet again on the first Monday in September. Our recent activities included a visit from the lovely ladies from Cairde Services Carriglea for a most enjoyable games session, with a sing a long at the refreshments afterwards.This is an event which we enjoy a few times a year thanks to Tom

Scanlan and helpers. Our outings of the recent past brought us on a visit to lovely Curraghmore, Wexford Trade and Tourism Show and in late June a visit to the beautiful Japanese Garden in Tramore. Just celebrating its first birthday this is the place to go for peace, tranquility and something very different. We were treated to a wonderful

guided tour with stories galore about Lafcadio Hearn, revered in his adopted country of Japan.That day ended with a visit to Fenor to admire the workmanship of the “Tree” and enjoy a wonderful meal in the Copper Hen. To our members - enjoy your visitors and visiting. May the sun shine brightly on your face etc. See you all in September.

Villierstown Pictured are the Murphy triplets of Billy, Kate and Sean from West Street, Tallow, who made their First Holy Communion in Tallow recently. Also included are their parents Martin and Geraldine [David O'Flynn] Murphy and their brother Jack.

TIDY TOWNS 2016 Just a reminder that this is the time of year that judging usually takes place for the annual Tidy Towns competition. If everybody could help out and do a little bit like picking up some litter if you see it on the road or street it would really help everybody out. REELING IN THE YEARS 2016 That time of year is upon us again, mark Sunday, 31st July into your calendar as we will be again hosting

many various "old time" games around the village, including a return to the West Waterford Welly Throwing Championship! There will be many more games and activities announced over the coming weeks, and also a dog show thrown in for good measure. Watch this space. TEENAGE DISCO A fully supervised teenage disco will take place on Friday, 29th July in Villierstown Church. More details to

follow over the next few weeks. A SUMMER SOCIAL EVENING There will be a Summer Social Evening held in Villierstown Church on Sunday, 10th July at 4.00 p.m. Tickets for this event are €15 each for live music & dancing along with a fantastic buffet prepared by local chefs. All are welcome, for more information you can contact Mary (087-1371500), Michael (087-6932503) or Christy (087-2248065).

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Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Congratulations to Mary Morrissey on her lucky win in the lotto last Sunday week. The lotto for week ending 3rd July, 2016, was held in Dunne’s Bar, Touraneena. As the lotto had been won the previous week, the jackpot prize reverted to its starting pot of €200 and there was no winner of this week's jackpot. The winning numbers drawn were 2, 10 and 18. The 5 x €20 winners drawn were Patsy Dalton, Veronica Troy, Breda Cullinan, Imelda Gleeson and Mary Clarke. The promoters prize of €20 was won by J. P. Walsh. Next week the draw will be held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 10th July, 2016. Tickets cost €2 each and can be purchased from committee members, local retail outlets and designated promoters. Best of luck to Waterford in the Munster Final on Sunday next. TOURANEENA ROAD RUNNERS The Touraneena Road Runners club had a great turn out for their recent ‘Predict Your Time’ event and generously ran in aid of Motor Neurone Disease. Unfortunately, Motor Neurone Disease seems to be getting more and more

prevalent and many thanks to all those who helped to raise as much money as possible for this worthy cause. The runners club which has been a great success under Mush Keane are holding a 7 week league which starts every Monday night at 7.00 p.m. sharp at the community centre. There are two routes of 4.3 and 2.7 miles. Its never too late to dust down those running or walking shoes and come along for a bit of exercise and some fun too! DEISE DRAW Congratulations to Sean Flynn, Kilcooley (Club Dungarvan) who scooped the top prize of €10,000 in the recent Deise Draw. Congratulations also to Roger Kiely, Ballyguiry (Club Sliabh gCua), who had a win of €200.The next draw will be held close to home in the Ballymacarbry Community Centre on Friday night, 29th July. SLIABH gCUA 1916 COMMITTEE The first of two events organised by the Sliabh gCua 1916 committee will take place this Friday, 8th July at Kilbrien Church where a public wreath laying service will take place, followed by a visit to nearby Cullinan's farmhouse, Bleantis. Orations will be delivered by local historian Jon

Power and Eamonn O Cuiv T.D. whose grandfather Eamonn DeValera took shelter in Cullinan's farmhouse for two nights in 1923 with other members of the Republican Movement. The visit to Cullinan's will be followed by a trip to the Steel Bridge in The Nire where a plaque will be unveiled by Eamon O Cuiv marking the route the Republican movement leaders took all those years ago. Everybody is welcome to attend this special commemoration which helps us to remember the courage and spirit of so many of the Irish people, both men and women, young and old, who fought so bravely and selflessly for the Ireland we have today. SENIOR HURLERS Best of luck to the Waterford Hurlers for their Munster Final match against Tipperary in Limerick next Sunday. The Munster Championship which commenced in 1889 has been won by Tipperary on 41 occasions with Cork having the most Munster titles at 51. It would be great to have some silverware in the cabinet again and have the Munster Cup returned home to The Deise. Throw-in is at 4.00 p.m.

Samaritans say Thanks ON Friday, 24th June a ”biro day” was held in Dungarvan to raise funds for the Waterford branch of Samaritans and to help highlight the service provided by the organisation. The event was very successful and all the money raised was passed on to the Waterford Centre located at 16 Beau Street in the city. The centre through its (volunteer) Director Anthony Hamilton would like to thank all who contributed on the day as well as the many local collectors and the retail outlets who afforded them the opportunity to fundraise in their premises. People contact Samaritans about a wide

range of issues, including depression, relationship and family issues, loneliness, physical and mental health issues, alcohol, drugs, self-harm, financial worries, illness, issues around sexuality, as well as suicidal thoughts and feelings. THANK YOU Samaritans free phone no. is 116123 (available 24 hours a day every day). Contact can also be made by text (0872609090) or email jo@samaritans.org. For anyone wishing to call in person to the Waterford centre it is open daily from 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. no appointment necessary. Visit www.samaritans.ie for more information.

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2016 were Molly Ryan, [John Power] Lydia Troy, Rebecca Kenny and Heather Tobin.

Terry Grady's Night For RNLI at Kiersey Bar and Tea Room. A big thank you from Terry O'Grady for her night out for the RNLI Dunmore East and thanks to all who came on the night and supported this worthy cause. [Michael Faulkner]

The Butler Did It And now he’s doing it again IN all my accounts of the Dungarvan Singers Club, I say: “- the best night ever!” But this is a really good sign: if every night seems like the best night ever, what a really powerful indication that every night is of a wonderful level of quality. All of you who were lucky enough to be present on the occasion of Eric Butler's last visit to the DSC, will second my opinion that it was simply an outstanding performance by any standard. Eric's sister Lisa is possibly better known internationally than he, being the lead singer and co-fiddle player in the amazing semi-local band Caladh Nua, but from the point of view of real quality and talent, there is nothing to chose between them. Eric is astonishingly accomplished on a whole range of instruments, but on piano and guitar, he is quite simply one of the best musicians I've come across. As a songwriter, he is equally talented. Just check out the song his sister Lisa sings on the second Caladh Nua album. When it comes to a superb singing voice Eric is simply without parallel. I always say that his version of “Hallelujah” is to me way better even than all the really famous recorded versions, even including Jeff Buckley, and Leonard Cohen himself who actually wrote the song. On this

and other American pop, rock and folk songs, Eric as a singer is right up there with Ray Charles. And then on Irish traditional songs he can vie with Paul Brady. In fact, he covers a lot of the traditional songs famously recorded by Paul Brady, including Lakes of Pontchartrain and Arthur MacBride and his versions are so close to the originals they take your breath away. So many people have asked me repeatedly since he was last with us - “when is Eric Butler coming back?” so I'm delighted to be able to announce that he'll be our guest on the night of Monday 11th July in Dillon's reception room at 9.00 p.m. sharp.

Admission as usual is free and as I always say, it's the best night's free entertainment in town. So don't just take my word for it. Come along yourselves and check out the amazing vocal talents of the great Eric butler, from Carlow. Just as importantly, since its a singers club, check out all our regular performers. Last month was a great example of the superlatively high level of quality that we possess in the Dungarvan area. All who attended told me afterwards that from the point of view of quality, it was the best that they had seen. What a vote of approval. And come along to take

part as well if you wish to. All are welcome and encouraged to sing, recite, tell a story or act out a part. Everything that we're renowned for in Ireland. Never keeping our mouth shut! It's in our DNA. “Abair Amhran”. Speak a song, Sing a story. The human voice is the supreme musical instrument, as all the great composers knew. Mozart's operas, Bach's masses, Passions and Cantatas, Beethoven's choral Symphony, Schubert's song cycles – the ultimate masterpieces all contain the ultimate instrument – the voice. So, I'll see you all at Dillon's in the Back Room on Monday, 11th July at 9.00 p.m. for a wonderful treat of amazing singing, playing and shared experience in the grand old Gaelic tradidtion. Or an old-fashioned sing-song, not to be too pretentious about it. Whatever way you describe it, it's just wonderful crack; and I challenge you not to enjoy it. Remember: ERIC BUTLER VOCAL / PIANO / GUITAR AT: Dillon's, Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan ON: Monday, July 11th, 9 pm FOR: Admission Free SIMPLY THE BEST NIGHT'S FREE ENTERTAINMENT IN TOWN

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menssheds.ie WE welcome our new member Chris Heaphy who has described the Babies Rocking Cradle as follows:‘Shaker Style’ furniture has always been admired for its functionality, simplicity, durability, and its timeless quality of simple design. Two gifted men in the “Men’s Shed” in Dungarvan, Jim Egan and Geddy Mulcahy, have used their enormous talent and made a “Babies Rocking Cradle” in the ‘Shaker Style’. Shakers are renowned for their minimalist design and unstinting quality. While other furniture makers used imported wood such as mahogany and rosewood, Shakers and the lads from the Men’s Shed used local woods such as Beech and Ash. In this world of mass production and shoddy construction. It is a delight to see that when making their cradle the men paid particular attention to detail and quality, producing a unique piece of furniture. In the 1860’s Shaker furniture made for the outside world or rescued from newly closed communities became highly coveted by collectors.Today, any family would treasure owning this beautifully crafted candle. This simple, timeless aesthetic of Shaker design is reproduced by these gifted craftsmen of Dungarvan Men’s Shed to study and admire.

John Dee, Oliver Whelan and Aidan Mullarkey enjoying the chat and a ‘cuppa.’

Jim Egan, Jeddy Mulcahy, Nicky Sheehan and Chris Heaphy admiring Jeddy’s beautiful shaker style rocker being lacquered.

John Dee, Billy Cowming, Jimmy Breen, Martin Walsh, Michael Cass, Jeddy Mulcahy and Oliver Whelan relax and have the craic during the week.

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We all have a story . . . I WROTE some time ago a piece of writing entitled ‘Mental Illness isn’t a choice, Recovery Is’. I was very glad that it was helpful to people. Albert Einstein was right, you know, when he said “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned at school.” I believe that life itself is our best teacher, even if at times the tutor is pain. I believe that it is from people, real people, from each other that we learn most. Life damages us, all of us, we can’t escape that damage, but we can be mended, we mend each other. I think it is those of us who have been broken who become experts at mending.We mend when we connect. Life is about connection. Our newborn baby cries helplessly at birth in a bid to connect with our world. So too, our dying loved one holds on to that very last gasp in a bid to remain connected to that same world. It is when we connect that we feel safe, it is when we connect that we feel loved and most of all it is when we connect with each other we realise that we are never alone. Tragedy and difficulty are part of mortal life. I think when we understand this we are more willing to share our struggles with others. This sharing can lessen the isolation we feel when we encounter serious problems.This understanding can also enable us to connect with others and as we turn our focus from our own pain to that of others, we can actually experience a sense of joy as we help lift someone else’s burdens. I think there is no exercise better for the human heart that reaching down and lifting somebody up. Being able to do this gives meaning to an experience that at the time seemed unbearable. I believe we connect through our stories. We’re all made of stories. When they finally put us underground it’s our stories that will live on! Stories can inspire and motivate us to love more unconditionally, live more passionately and pursue our heartfelt dreams with more conviction. Stories can sustain us in times of challenge, frustration and failure and comfort us in times of confusion, pain and loss. A story can illuminate our relationship with others and sanction the concept “We are all in this together.” Most of all stories offer hope because hope springs eternal in our hearts, in our darkest hours we always carry the small hope of a better tomorrow. So, when it comes to mental illness I think it’s time for a story. I think we live in a time of information overload, most of which is contrived. I think to really understand a human experience it must be appreciated from the subjective point of view, the view of the person undergoing it. Stories are how we learn best. We absorb numbers and facts and details but we keep them all glued into our heads with stories. We must be aware that mental illness is what it says, it is an illness, none of us are above it, it happens to the best of us and so I think we owe it to each other to share our stories. I firmly believe that people who are suffering the illness need access to the very real experiences of others who have survived it. They need to hear other people’s trip through a private hell and how, in spite of it, they got well. They need to hear that they are not alone with this monster. Stories also provide perspective to all the hype surrounding the illness. The grim reality is that underneath all that hype - the slogans, the customised t-shirts, the photoshoots and all that palavre about winning and signing contracts, there are real people trying to make sense of what must be, in my experience, the most non-sensical of illness. Mental illness is about people who are suffering. Mental illness is not about “business”, and “business” is not about mental illness. The story of Depression, Clinical Depression, the most widespread mental illness, is a complex one, but if it can be put simply, it is an illness, a disease of dis-

connection. The very many people who have experienced the illness know that all too well. It is disconnection from your precious possessions, the people of importance in your life. It is disconnection from your passions for life, the things we love doing so much that they make life worthwhile. Most horribly of all Depression is disconnection from yourself. Much of Depression’s pain arises out of the recognition that what might make you feel better – human connection – seems impossible in the midst of paralysing episode of Depression. It is rather like dying from thirst while looking at a glass of water just beyond your reach. Few people really know the full scope of the illness and how pervasive it can be throughout the mind and body. Many don’t realise how widespread it is, partly because it shows few physical signs. The scars are on the inside, scars that are much deeper than anything that bleeds. People who are mentally ill are victims. Depression is something that happens to someone. We should be very careful about jumping on any bandwagon that locates the source of the illness to any one thing. All research over the past fifty years indicates that the illness can have multiple causes, including genetic and biological factors, factors which we cannot control. Whatever the origin, as it takes its grip, Depression takes on a grotesque life of its own. It becomes an insidious vacuum that crawls into your brain and pushes your mind out of the way. There is a gradual, ever increasing sense of loss and disconnection. Depression affects the inner mechanism of how you function, every single cognitive process – concentration, memory, logic, reason, sleep, appetite. As outside circumstances become less and less bearable, something starts to die inside you. Psychiatrists tend not to use the term “breakdown” because they genuinely see it as demeaning to the person. However, from the sufferer’s perspective, the term “breakdown” best describes what is actually going on. The foundations of life are broken down and the pillars holding up the next level gradually begin to crumble. You are quite literally broken down. Sufferers are often exquisitely aware of their progression downwards. They know where they are heading and there is nothing they can do about it. Now, we rarely, if ever, here about that aspect of the illness, the humiliation of it all – how a most competent, intelligent, life-loving person can be reduced to a punishing helplessness, a childlike impotence. Depression is not a weak illness, but it is most definitely one that specialises in cruel effects. A great frustration for victims of Depression is the expectation that they can (and ought to) “shake it off ”, “just think more positive thoughts”. It simply cannot be done. No one every wants to be depressed, no one deserves this cruel illness. No amount of right thinking, visualisation or acts of will can make someone well. Family and friends can support but they cannot give the answers and so, emotional pain, like all pain, insistently demands that something be done to relieve it. Depression can be defeated. It doesn’t have to sit quietly, making you feel worse. The countless people who have overcome a mental illness such as Depression are living proof of that. For the victim of mental illness, hope lies in being properly diagnosed and treated. It is actually a colossal relief when help is sought and you are told that you are sick and that you are not going mad. If we suffer from cancer we pay homage to our oncologist, accepting any treatment that is recommended. If we suffer from diabetes we religiously take our insulin. However, when it comes to mental illness I think our society still manifests old-fashioned ignorant ideas about psychiatrists. Other illnesses that bring medication and hospital stays are honourable. However, psychiatrists can truly help.

They have the expert knowledge that is needed to treat Depression. Most importantly psychiatrists know the types of medication that may be need and the doses that may prove adequate to lift the Depression. It is here that stigma becomes dangerous. Medication does not turn you into something you are not, what it does is it rectifies the malfunction and to the sufferer it is a merciful and divine gift. The route of medication brings hope and healing. However, psychiatric medication takes considerable time to work, and in that time the depressed person needs constant support. Each day is an eternity. In this mental state a person may be so panic-stricken that even being alone for a few minutes seems to be impossible. In such times a quiet and faithful presence is what is necessary. The depressed person does not want to manifest this behaviour. No one wants to be afraid, anxious, panic-stricken, disconnected, but it happens to the person. What gives strength is simple presence. During those dark and fear-filled days a loving silence often has far more power to heal and to connect that the most well-intentioned words. So, gradually and mercifully the damn thing lifts just as the medics assured. Light dawns and life once again has brightness. Happiness come back into your life through doors you don’t even remember leaving open. Those stolen goods, your precious possessions, your passions for life are returned to you, all the more precious now, not to be tampered with, by anyone. There is a sense of joy and gladness. Joy that life was waiting, beckoning, offering its gifts. Joy that there were those who cared and loved. I think it is true to say that there are times in all our lives, when the light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from certain people, and so each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us. The departure of Depression is like a new dawn breaking. You are you again. You can live again. You are on to a new chapter in your life and you can’t start it if you keep rereading the last one. If you don’t step forward you are always in the same place. We never understand how little we need in this world until we know the loss of it. Life is so much better when we focus on what really matters. You learn to build your roads on today because tomorrow’s ground is too uncertain for plans. You plant your own garden and decorate your own soul. You realise you don’t need too many people in your life to make you happy, just the real ones who know your worth. The moment you feel you have to start compromising yourself for people around you, it’s probably time to change the people around you. Hard times always reveal true friends. Our friends are the family we chose for ourselves, so chose wisely. Some people will only love you as long as you fit in their box, don’t be afraid to disappoint. Spend your time with those who love you unconditionally. Your friends are those rare people who ask you how you are then wait to hear the answer, those who never get in your way unless you happen to be going down, those who listen to the things that you don’t say, those who say nice things about you behind your back. There are some people in life who make you laugh a little louder and live just a little bit better. Surround yourself with those people, positive people, people on your wavelength, “people who get it”, people who don’t take life too seriously, those people who agree that it’s much better crack to be a pirate than to join the navy! My friend Albert Einstein also said that “adversity introduces a man to himself ”. I think our stories about serious illness edify us about life and its meaning. All of life involves periodic assessments of who we are and where we are going. However, I don’t think we change really.

Life is what it is, we are who we are and that’s the way it should be. In a world that is constantly trying to make us something else we should always have the courage to just be ourselves. Life can be difficult enough besides adding personation to the skills required. However, I do think that pain changes our way of looking at life. The world becomes our school. We learn that life is all about learning. It is what we think we know that keeps us from learning. A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. We never stop learning because life never stops teaching and just when we think we have learned the way to live, life changes. Life is a story and we all want that happy ever after, but we learn the hard way that life is very much about not knowing, take the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what’s going to happen next. Faraway hills are never greener, the grass is greener where we water it. It isn’t the burdens of today that drive us mad, it is the regrets over yesterday and the fear of tomorrow. Regret and fear are twin thieves that rob us of today. Worrying about things is a paralysis of fear. It is an agitation of the future that has not happened and a past that cannot be changed. Life is all about the moment because that’s all we have. It’s about the journey and it must be lived as we go along. We must make the most of the trip, the station will come soon enough. Finally, there is another quite extraordinary feeling when you finally emerge from an episode of Depression. A recovering alcoholic summed it up for me (mindful too that alcoholism is an illness not a weakness and is often linked with Depression). “Religion is for people who don’t want to go to Hell, Spirituality is for those who have been there.” That’s the feeling, the Hell is over, never again to be revisited. Speaking of religion, well, if and when I do meet my God face to face, I sincerely hope that he doesn’t judge me on my “accolades” in life – diplomas, degrees, medals, petty awards. Relatively speaking, they are but pieces of paper, bits of tin, thrown in a drawer somewhere that I can’t remember. We learn so very little from success. I sincerely hope that he judges me on my scars because I believe it is our scars that are our accomplishments in life. Our scars tell our stories. Our scars are signs of strength and survival. Our scars are proof that when we are going through hell we kept going. It is our scars that are our badges and we should wear them proudly, as our badges of honour. So won’t heaven then be the nicest place on earth, not too crowded, just nicely filled with those of us who bear our scars, those of us who connect, those of us who share our stories and; most of all, those of us who realise that we are never alone. We all have a story, you have too, it’s in your head but, when you share it, it’s in all of our hearts and it’s there, from each other that we learn about life. It’s not the college degree that makes a story. The great thing is to have a story to tell. The secret about great stories is that they have no secrets, so when you write yours, don’t let anyone else hold the pen. All the very best to you, to your precious possessions, to your passions for life. Take good care of them! Yours truly, JANICE CURRAN, ’Marlaine’, Killosera, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. My story is written in memory of my much loved mother, Sybil Flynn, on her first anniversary and whom I miss dearly. She, who like all Mams, gave life, not once but countless times.

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A big Thank You to all who supported The Family Ice Cream Funday at the Kilmacthomas Rainbow Hall in aid of Down Syndrome. Here is group photo of all that attended.

[Michael Faulkner]

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Masters of Tradition choose SGC Dungarvan for exclusive live concert SGC Dungarvan is thrilled to share that on Saturday, 30th July, the acclaimed Masters of Tradition, featuring some of brightest stars in traditional music, will strike up a musical storm right here in your local cinema. Playing live in our largest theatre, with 270 seats, this is the first time since the 1950s that Dungarvan cinema will host a live concert performance, bringing a treat of a past era into the present. Organised by Deise Music Dungarvan, in association with Waterford City and County Council, this unique event promises a riveting experience full of music, song and boundless entertainment. Kindly taking time out of his busy schedule, distinguished uilleann piper and the driving force behind this event, David Power spoke to me about what inspired him to organise this exciting affair. Touring with the Masters of Tradition for years, work-

ing closely with renowned musicians Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill, David explained that they “wanted to come together under the banner of the Masters of Tradition to recognise the centenary year”. With a modified line-up, which includes songs from legendary singers Maighréad and her sister Tríona Ní Dhomhnaill, the illustrious group has been passionately rehearsing since January. Titled ‘Love, Loss & Rebellion’, the night wishes to mark the centenary of The Rising, and so will feature an array of songs that recognise the sacrifices of the men and women who lived, fought and died at pivotal moments in our nation’s history. Furthermore, there will also be performances of traditional airs of Ireland, Scotland and England which explore tumultuous events in our shared past. It’s an honour to host such a prestigious and exciting event and we are delighted that SGC

Dungarvan was chosen as the venue. Stepping into our main theatre, David said “from the moment I walked in I saw its potential” as the setting for the night’s festivities. With 270 comfortable and spacious tiered seats, a great view is promised for everyone in attendance. A stage will be erected right at the front of the theatre especially for the occasion, allowing the cinema to provide the perfect intimate location to appreciate the very best in musical talent that Ireland has to offer. Presenting a line-up of national and international importance, ‘Love, Loss & Rebellion” is set to be a momentous occasion, sharing the musical gifts of a nation as it marks its past in a night of melodious celebration. Tickets are on sale now and are available here in SGC Dungarvan, as well as The Wine Buff, Ben O’Neill’s, The Local Bar, or online at www.eventbrite.ie Doors open at 8.30 p.m.

BEST WISHES Congratulations and best wishes for the future to Justin Kearns, Glen West, Kilmacthomas and Sinead Murphy, Boatstrand, Bonmahon, who announced their engagement recently. Justin is youngest son of Vincent and Anna Kearns and Sinead is the only daughter of John and Teresa Murphy. GRAVEYARD MASSES The graveyard Mass in Kill graveyard on Friday, 15th July at 7.30 p.m. and in Newtown graveyard on Wednesday, 20th July at 7.30 p.m. Remember you loved ones. A collection will be taken up at these Masses for the upkeep of the graveyards. MUSIC IN THE LIBRARY Well known and highly regarded singer Sean Tyrrell will play a concert in Kilmacthomas Library on Friday, 8th July. Sean has a long and distinguished career in the music business with several critically acclaimed recordings to his name, he is home in Clare after a long and successful tour of Australia and he will be touring in America later in the year. Sean will be performing songs from his extensive

back catalogue of material, songs like “Isle of Innisfree”, “The Rising of the Moon”, “Cry of a Dreamer” and a great local song “The Orchard”. Tickets can be purchased in advance by calling to the Library or by phoning Ger on 087-6715513, tickets cost €10 each and the concert will begin at 8.00 p.m. sharp. Come along and enjoy a unique musical talent and help keep music live. WATERFORD GREENWAY Waterford Greenway will open up to walkers and cyclists in a few months time. While many who use the Greenway will be local, there will also be many visitors arriving into Kilmacthomas. What can Kilmac, and its people, do to make the best use of the opportunity that is the Waterford Greenway? Over the last few months, there have been a number of meetings, and a group of local people are now working on a Plan for the Village. This Plan will be used to inform Waterford County Council and others what the people of Kilmacthomas truly think. This Plan will also be a

Jenny Drogan and her daughter pictured at the Family Ice Cream Funday at the Kilmacthomas Rainbow Hall in aid of Down Syndrome. [Michael Faulkner] document which can be used to apply for any Grants, etc. which the Village may be eligible for. It is imperative that this Plan will have the first draft complete by the end of July and a lot of time is being given by the Group to ensure this happens. This Group would really like to hear from you! You can make your opinions known in a number of ways: 1. Suggestion boxes will be in Phelan’s Centra, The Square and Kiersey’s Bar and Tearooms, Main Street in the coming week

2. Call or talk to Pat on 087-2871799 or Helen on 087-2756576 3. Email ideas/suggestions to pat.phelan@gmail.com All thoughts and contributions will be most welcome. Please help us to do the very best that we can for our Village, Kilmacthomas. Thank you. LOTTO DRAW There was no Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw held this week-end, it will be back next Saturday with a jackpot of €1,500, be in to win.

Ballyduff Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann SONAS START SUMMER SEASON OF MUSIC AND DANCE Sonas will open the Summer season of Irish Traditional music, song and dance in Ballyduff. Sonas is a young band featuring young musicians and dancers from around the local area with some who have won All-Ireland medals. They will perform for one night only in St. Michael’s Hall on Wednesday, 13th July. This promises to be a fantastic evening showcasing the young musicians and dancers. Bookings can be made by contacting Lismore Heritage Centre on (058) 54975 or Sham Hyland on (087) 6878613.

William Motherway and Christine Dalton with guess the Dolls name at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Ballysaggart LEADERS GROVE Works continued on the 1916 Commemoration Garden last Saturday, July 2nd, with a great group of volunteers on site busy with several projects. Preparation work was done for the flag poles, the footpath at the entrance was laid, top soil was put down and prepared for seeding and the area around the hedging was trimmed. The garden is now near completion and is really looking well, the Company would like to thank everyone who has worked so hard up to this point and hopes that this great community spirit will continue. On Monday, July 11th at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre a meeting will take place to discuss the final works on the garden and plan for the Commemoration ceremony, all are welcome to get involved, it is never too late.

BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL This year the festival will take place from Thursday, July 28th to Sunday, July 31st. Again, the festival will take place without the use of the Community field so the committee is bust making alternative plans. The festival is packed with activities and it promises to be a great weekend with something for everyone. Full details will be finalised in the very near future so watch this space. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st Mary Power and Ber Coughlan. 2nd Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville; Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan. Lucky Tables: Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey, Nellie Devine and Tess Hale. Tickets: Stephen Cunningham, Helen Morrissey, Nellie Devine and Dan Howard.

Fenton Family at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Kilrossanty I.C.A. The Kilrossanty Guild will go on their day trip next Monday, 11th July. Bus will leave at 1 o’clock sharp from Veale’s Supermarket, Lemybrien. The trip is to Hook Head with a meal in Mount Brandon Hotel, New Ross, on the way home names to Molly Casey or Kay Veale as soon as possible. MARRIAGE Congratulations to Patrick Riordan, Ballintlea, and Edel Ryan, Clonanav, Ballymacarbry who were married last Saturday in Fourmilewater Church followed by reception in Minella Hotel Clonmel. Many years of wedded bliss to ye both for the future together.

ENVELOPES If you have not got church envelopes for the coming year do not worry they will be delivered in the coming week or they may be got from the Sacristry. BIRTHDAY Congratulations to Lynda Walsh, Furraleigh who celebrated her 30th birthday last Friday night in Micilin’s. HALL Bookings for the hall can be made to Margaret Riordan for the next few weeks at 051-291146. CELEBRATION A great night was held last Friday night in Crotty’s Inn for a celebration night for newly elected Mary Butler T.D. for Fianna Fail.The Chairman for

the night was James Tobin who welcomed all to this great night and said it was a great achievement for Mary and also for Waterford to have T.D. for Fianna Fail. A few presentations were made to Mary and she thanked everyone for coming on the night and also thanked all who voted for her in the election. Micheal Martin could not attend on the night. Refreshments were served on the night and Gerry Walsh and his band provided music. All in all a great night for Mary and Fianna Fail. COLLECTION A second collection will be held this weekend for Peters Pence in the Church.

Lyre Heritage News THE season is in full swing now at Lyre and the return to the old farmhouse by Fear a' Tigh, Billy Kirwan and Bean a' Tigh Mary together with daughter Helen and grand-daughter Heather set the foundation of a won-

Work continues on the Leaders Grove.

derful evening. This, we hope, will continue through the rest of Summer and into the early Autumn. There are many holidaymakers around at the moment and for them an evening in Lyre would be just the ticket. Where

is Lyre? It is to the right (East) of Mahon Bridge on the Carrick-onSuir Road by one mile and is signposted at that mile point. Those who attend are never disappointed and many become regulars.

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise RÓSTADH MUICE Beidh Róstadh Muice ar siúl i Tigh Uí Mhuirithe, Heilbhic, Dé Sathairn 9 Iúil ag tosnú ag 7.30 i.n. Is ar mhaithe le Bád Tarrthála RNLI Ceann Heilbhic atá an oíche seo agus tá Fáilte roimh cách. Tá ticéad ar fáil ar €6. I gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, tar i dteagmháil linn ag 058-46314; 0861225818; nó ag info@joanclancygallery.com A Hog Roast will be held in Tigh Uí Mhuirithe, Heilbhic, Saturday 9th July, starting at 7.30 p.m. The Hog Roast is in aid of the Helvick Head RNLI Lifeboat. All are welcome. Tickets are available for €6. Call 05846314; 086-1225818; or Email info@joanclancygallery.com for further information. SNÁMH URRAITHE CEANN HEILBHIC Beidh an 22ú Snámh Urraithe Bhliantúil i gCeann Heilbhic, ar mhaithe leis an Bád Tarrthála i gCeann Heilbhic ar siúl Dé Domhnaigh 14ú Lúnasa. Is féidir clárú anois don snámh. Beidh an snámh agus an BBQ ag tosnú ag 1 i.n. Beidh rása 2km agus 4km ar siúl. Tuilleadh eolais: 0878210420; ofclancy@gmail.com The 22nd Annual Sponsored Swim in Ceann Heilbhic, in aid of the Heilbhic Lifeboat Station, will take place on the 14th August.The swim is now open for registration. The swim and BBQ will start at 1.00 p.m. There will be a 2k and a 4k race. Further Information: 087-8210420; ofclancy@gmail.com”. RANGANNA GAEILGE Tá ranganna Gaeilge ar an meánleibhéil ar siúl i Halla Pobail na Rinne, An Rinn i rith an Samhraidh. Bíonn siad ar siúl oíche Luan ag 7i.n. Is é an costas ná €30 ar sé seachtaine. Tar i dteagmháil leis an Comhlucht Forbartha ar 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais. Intermediate level Irish classes are being held in Halla Pobail na Rinne, An Rinn during the summer.They are held on Monday nights at 7pm. The fee is €30 for six weeks. Contact Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise on

058-46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com for further information. 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/seedtrays/seed's etc. To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 0870569907. SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile ar an Aoine seo: 10 r.n. - 12 i.n. i Halla Pobail na Rinne. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087-7479428. Spraoi: Parent & Toddler Group will meet after the Easter break again this Friday in the Halla from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. Bigi linn! Further info: 087-7479428. GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad

Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30 r.n. go dtí 12 i.n. Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil.Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058-24642 / 0834455914. Fáilte roimh chách. A bilingual parent ant toddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and Youth centre in Dungarvan from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon.This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058-24642 / 083-4455914. Bígí Linn! SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9r.n. – 11r.n. ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag 058-46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are 058-46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

Modeligo LOTTO RESULTS There was no winner of last Saturday night’s Lotto. The numbers drawn were 9, 26 and 30. Next week’s Jackpot will be €700.The 4 winners of €25 were Gillian Moher, Pakie Landers, Patty Cotter and Cait Hickey, Clashmore. MUNSTER FINAL Best of luck to Modeligo’s club player Tom Devine and all the Waterford Senior Hurlers in this Sunday’s Munster Final in Limerick Gaelic Grounds. LOCAL GAA Modeligo Intermediate

hurlers will play their next league hurling game on this Friday at 7.30 p.m. in Ring against An Rinn. There will be no other fixtures made until after this weekends Munster Final. The U-14 camogie girls have qualified for their County Final after a fantastic win against St. Anne’s last week and also the U-14 footballers have qualified for their County Final. Please keep an eye out for these County Final fixtures and support the girls. COMMUNITY CAMP Modeligo Summer Camp will be going ahead again this year starting on

Monday, 11th July until Friday 15th. The camp will run from 10.00 a.m. til 2.00 p.m. each day and is open to school going kids up to the age of 14. Prices are as follow: 1st child €30; 2nd child €30 and 3rd child €20. Max cost per family is €80. If you would like anymore details contact Micheal Power on 087-2892116. PATTERN DUCK DERBY 2016 The Pattern Committee is currently selling ducks at €5 each for their annual Duck Derby. This year it is being held on Thursday, July 14th. More details to follow next week. Contact John Power, Patty Power, Patch

O’Keeffe, Laura Barry, Gary Power, Maria O’Donovan or any of the Pattern Committee to buy one. Modeligo Pattern will be held on August 13th this year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY A big happy birthday to Cian O’Byrne who will celebrate his 18th Birthday later on this week. Hope you have a great weekend Cian. COMMUNITY CENTRE BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Field/Community Centre or Astro Turf please do so by contacting John Power on 087-2834600.

Betty Condon accepting her raffle prize of a framed Waterford jersey signed by the senior hurling panel presented by Dan Shanahan and Roger Casey. Also included is School Principal Pádraig Ó hArtaigh. [Will Cusack]

Katie Kenneally, Eugenie Scanlon and Laura Kenny at the Knockanore Fete 2016 organised by Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy Community Council. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Nire Valley Voices meet Daniel and Majella O’Donnell THERE was great excitement in Nire Valley Church on Sunday, 19th June, 2016, as Nire Valley Voices had the pleasure of singing with the wonderful Daniel O'Donnell. Daniel and his wife Majella were visiting the area filming for their TV series and were staying with Olive O'Gorman and her family at the idyllic Glasha Farmhouse. Olive, who is a member of Nire Valley Voices was delighted to share this beautiful area with Daniel and Majella.

Daniel O'Donnell, Olive O'Gorman and Majella O'Donnell at Glasha Farmhouse.

Daniel O'Donnell singing at Nire Church with Nire Valley Voices.

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West Waterford AGLISH / BALLINAMEELA / PAMOUNT STUART PARISH Graveyard Masses as follows: Aglish Wednesday, July 6th at 7.30 p.m. Mount Stuart - Friday, July 8th at 7.30 p.m. St. Declan’s Well Mass: The annual celebration of Mass at St. Declan’s Well in Toor, Aglish, will take place on Thursday, July 21st at 12.00 noon and all are welcome. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament each week in our Parish as follows: Ballinameela - Tuesday 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. Aglish Wednesday 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €6,300: The weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, July 4th. Our numbers this week were 5, 6, 20 and 24.We had no match four winner. Our lucky €20 each spot prize winners were: John Budds, John Hurton, Wa, Jackie Mangan and Joe Power. Our next draw takes place at the Old Still Bar on Monday night, July 11th, when our Jackpot will be €6,300. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE On Monday night, July 4th, our weekly 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore. 1st prize on ten games were Una and Margaret Leahy. In second place on eight games we had Tommy Osborne and Eileen Dower, Derry Cotter and Paul O’Connell. Best of the last five were Mary Ann and Bobby Connery, Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Our lucky last game winners were Edmond Og Ledingham and Noel Nugent. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone

for your support. DRIVING TEST SUCCESS Congratulations to Thomas Cunningham Jnr., Ballyheeney, Clashmore, on passing his driving test during the week. Many years of happy and safe driving Tommy. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS Our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw results for Sunday night last, July 3rd. The letters drawn were M, R,T and L.We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €1,250 when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to Ann Ormond, Niall Connery and Ann Seward. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR ARDMORE CONCERTS Some tickets are still available for the Summer series of concerts taking place in Ardmore, in St. Declan's Church. On August 5th, we welcome Country Star Jimmy Buckley. Tickets are available from Ardmore and Grange Post Offices and Quinn's Shop Ardmore or by ringing John on 0862330810. During this year's festival we also welcome one of Ireland’s best loved female comedians to St. Declan's Hall on July 22nd. This is limited seating event so again pick your tickets up early again by ringing John on 086-2330810. CLASHMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL Best of Luck to 6th Class: The Sixth Class boys and girls of Clashmore N.S. have graduated.They joined with Fr. O’Gorman to celebrate Mass on their last Tuesday morning to give thanks for all the good memories they shared over their eight years with us in school. The following day they headed off on their school tour to make some more memories.

They were a credit to themselves and their families while they were here and we wish them continued happiness and success in their future. We wish all our pupils a happy and safe summer holidays. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG LADIES FOOTBALL A great day was had by almost 200 girls from eight clubs for the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Ladies Football club Blitz on Saturday, June 25th.Well done to all and especially our Under 8 and Under 10 teams who played wonderfully and scored many excellent goals. Thank you to the parents who provided the food for our visitors. A huge thank your to all who set up and cleaned up after the games. Finally, a special thank you to all our referees Paula and Kate Cliffe, Caoimhe Bourke, Ella O’Neill, Brain Lynch, Cian Kelly Carey, Josh Fitzgerald and Helen Hynes. CLASHMORE ACT Thank You: The proceeds of our recent Aid Cancer Treatment (ACT) Flag Day in Youghal came to €2,570. The committee appreciate the ongoing commitment of the collectors and the generous support of the public. All the proceeds go directly to cancer treatment in Cork University Hospital. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION We are well into the Summer months now and the Tidy Towns competition judging has been going on throughout the country over the past few weeks and we are delighted to say that the village is looking superb over the last few months. This is due to the great work of our dedicated volunteers, especially to those who tend to our flower boxes, planters and beds which is a constant task, and also to our CE scheme workers who keep the grass cut and verges trimmed and the village speck and span

The boys and girls of 6th Class, Clashmore who took part our the recent school 1916 commemoration celebrations.

in general. Also it has to be said that many of the village residents have made a fantastic effort in keeping their properties looking at their best over the summer months so thank you to everyone for your dedication to the cause. We are always looking for more volunteers so can anyone who feels like lending a hand please let us know and your time would be really appreciated. Keep up the great work everyone and we hope that your efforts will yield an improved result when we receive this years competition results later in the year! THURSDAY CLUB Summer Break: Kinsalebeg “Thursday Club” went on their annual day out last Thursday (sponsored by Youghal Credit Union - with thanks). We began the day with a hearty breakfast in Griffins Garden Centre, Dripsey, after a look around and some shrubs purchased. We travelled on to the Model Railway Village in Clonakilty, very interesting, the models are outstanding. We had tea in a train carriage, before boarding the cho cho train into Clonakilty. On the way back we stopped in Bandon, some went shopping, others went into the Munster Arms Hotel, which was known as the Lee Hotel in 1922. We saw the photo of Michael Collins and Emmet Dalton leaving in their Lancia Touring Car. 30 minutes later Michael was shot dead heading for Beal na mBlath on 22/8/1922. In the safe hands of our bus driver John Daly and Medic Maureen, we went back to the Muskerry Arms, Blarney, where we had a lovely meal and music. Afterwards happily we headed home. A huge thank you to everyone who helped us out during the year, and to Fr. O’Gorman, Youghal Credit Union, James O’Donoghue, Deise Link, Peter Deady and his staff Blackwater Cabs, Darren Mason, John Daly, Medic Maureen, Patricia and Tara TUS, Bakers Gabriel, Karen and Peg, our resident musician Michael, who give his time so generously every week to entertain us, Roger on the Drums, and all the very talented members who contribute with stories / rhyme or song, and especially all who come along every week and keep our club going. Hope you enjoy the Summer holidays and see you back on the 8th September.

Trainer Magie Danaher and trainees Patricia Merrin (Villierstown) and Sinead Shanahan (Lismore). [Michael Mulcaire]

A new venture in high end fashion has arrived in Lismore Lismore Atelier – Bringing back high end fashion production skills to Ireland and creating job opportunities and industry training . . . LISMORE Atelier is a newly created social enterprise set up to deliver a high end clothing manufacturing and training facility in Lismore, County Waterford. The Local Enterprise Office, through their connection with fashion designer client, Mary Gregory, identified and researched the opportunity to bring this manufacturing skill back to Ireland. The project gained the invaluable support of Waterford City and County Council and the Education and Training Board (ETB) as well as industry leaders and the design community. Since opening at the end of September 2015, the facility has delivered Mary Gregory’s sample collection which will feature in the forthcoming prestigious Brown Thomas CREATE which will launch in it’s flagship store on Dublin’s Grafton Street on Tuesday July 5th. The atelier now employs an Atelier Manager, a Head of Production, Sample and Production machinists. Lismore Atelier also has 6 full time trainees completing a 44 week course in garment construction and fashion industry skills. The facility is bringing expert, world class skills in garment manufacturing to West Waterford and Lismore. The Atelier premises in Lismore has the most up to date, high spec sewing and finishing garment manufacturing equipment in the country with machines used by Gucci and Stella McCartney playing a big role in making this facility one of a kind in the garment manufacturing business in Ireland. Co-originator of the Lismore Atelier project, Designer Mary Gregory will feature as the lead designer in Brown Thomas’s CREATE - a showcase of the most exciting emerging Irish design talent. Now in its sixth year, the installation will celebrate the extraordinary work of 19 talented designers across ready-to-wear, accessories, millinery and jewellery for six weeks from the 4th of July - an initiative which underlines Brown Thomas’ visionary commitment to the highest standards in Irish design and production. The designers who have been selected and mentored will have the unique opportunity to sit alongside the world’s most luxurious labels at Grafton Street’s iconic store while gaining invaluable commercial experience.This year, CREATE welcomes the return of Ireland’s much-loved designer, Mary Gregory with a beautiful collection of signature pieces that she has long been

renowned for. Mary will join a host of new talent. Anike Tyrrell of the Local Enterprise Office says ‘the project aims to stimulate and support enterprise and job creation in the region by providing a service which is currently supplied either in Italy or France and lost to the Irish economy. Our focus is for Lismore Atelier to become the leading provider of skills training, prototype making, sample and full garment production for the fashion design industry in Ireland. We are also excited by the idea of providing incubator space for young Irish design talent. At the moment most young designers go to London where there is active support for talented newcomers’. The Atelier also runs evening courses for the community and summer courses for design graduates and will teaches skills in design, fabric selection, pattern cutting, garment making as well as hand and machine sewing throughout the year. MARY GREGORY Mary Gregory’s creativity and vision in fashion design is nationally and internationally acclaimed. A founder member of the Design Centre in Dublin, the award-winning designer has become one of Ireland’s most innovative designers since launching her label in 1984 and whose honours include dressing the former President of Ireland, Mary McAleese. While Mary’s new Autumn Winter 2016 | 2017 collection has evolved to the highest degree, her design philosophy from 20 years ago still rings true today with designs featuring modern cuts balanced with a unique twist and clean lines that create immaculate shapes. She works instinctively using fabric to control and effect light. Shelly Corkery, Fashion Director of the Brown Thomas Group is the driving force behind CREATE which is supported by Eddie Shanahan, the Chairman of the Council of Fashion Design. Commenting on this year’s event Shelly says: “We are passionate about promoting Irish design at Brown Thomas and discovering new and innovative designers is so exciting. CREATE is the first to find the most exciting and newest talent and showcase the best emerging designers. Gaining commercial experience is vital and we are proud to support home grown talent with an invaluable retail platform and to help keep the Irish fashion industry moving forward.”

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St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Primary School, Dungarvan - 6th Class Memories As our 6th class prepare to move on to secondary school they took some time to compile their favourite memories from the past 8 years they spent at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Primary School. We wish them the very best in their future studies.

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School Sports Day THIS year, the annual Sports Day turned into a two-day event much to the delight of all involved. On Monday, 20th June, the children from each class took part in a number of team games including volleyball, badminton and soccer. The children also completed a circuit of nine stations organised by Mr. Casey. Thanks to Michael Looby for use of the Astro Turf. On Tuesday, the sports theme continued. Everyone spent the morning on the school pitch and engaged in a wide variety of activities, such as wellie throwing, obstacle course, sack races, potato and spoon race, skipping, hula hooping and much, much more. In the afternoon, there was a penalty shootout in which the 6th class pupils tested their skills against those of the staff and everyone was treated to a very welcome ice-lolly. A special word of thanks to Ms. Feeney and Mr. Casey -Sports Day coordinators, for overseeing this wonderful two-day event. Thank you to Magoo and Billy Tobin for lunch-time training sessions. SCHOOL TOURS JUNE 2016 All the pupils at Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin went on an annual school tour and this year these are the wide range of destinations that they travelled to:Junior & Senior Infants – Run Amuck, Tramore 1st Class – Leahy’s Open Farm 2nd Class – Trabolgan 3rd/4th/5th & 6th Class – Let’s Go Camp,Waterford Le Chéile – Millenium Park & Playground Lismore GREEN SCHOOLS We received our 4th Green Flag at the Green

Schools Award Ceremony which was held in Kilkenny on the 10th of May. Over the last 2 years the Green Schools Committee along with all the pupils have been working very hard to achieve their Green Flag for travel. Our 4th Green flag for travel was raised by Uachtarán Cumann Lúchchleas Gael Aogán O Fearghail and the members of the Green Schools committee on his recent visit to our school. Bike Week took place from 11th-17th June. We held a Bike Day on Tuesday, June 14th and lots of activities took place throughout the day. As part of Bike Week we received funding from Waterford City & County Council to the value of €330. This money was used to fund prizes for a poster competition with winners selected from each class. First prize in each class was a helmet and 2nd prize was a bike lock. We also had a raffle of a bike voucher to the value of €200. A whole school assembly took place where prizes for the poster competition were presented to the winners as well as a special draw for those who cycled to school as part of our COW Day (Cycle on Weekday). In the afternoon pupils from 4th, 5th & 6th class took part in bike Maintenance workshops with Hans Van De Ven who is the Green Schools Travel Education Officer. SPONSORED WALK This annual event took place in glorious sunshine on Thursday, June 2nd in Glenshelane Wood. There was a wonderful turnout of parents and pupils. Well done to our hard-working parents committee for their excellent organisation and

Sports Day at Cappoquin Primary School.

for ensuring an enjoyable evening for all. AFTERNOON TEA Our Afternoon Tea took place in our school hall on Thursday, June 16th, organised by the parents of the pupils in our A.S.D. unit in conjunction with the parents committee. Delicious cakes and treats were sampled by all and entertainment was provided by our school band, the Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin Set Dancers and the 3rd/4th Class Travel Rap.Thank you to all who supported and generously donated. FAREWELL TO 6th CLASS The 6th Class Graduation Mass took place on Friday, June 17th. Thank you to Fr. Gear for celebrating Mass with 6th class pupils, their parents and teachers. We would like to wish 6th Class all the best as they move forward to secondary school and thank them for their contribution to school life over the past eight years. We also thank them for their hard work and leadership during their final year in Primary School and wish them all the very best as they move onto 2nd level education. We bid farewell to:Aislinn Cahillane, Amy Coffey, Conor Rooney, Daniel Costin, Emma Kiely, Evelyn Bivol, Gráinne O’Donnell, Isabel Willats, John O’Donnell, Mark Ormond, Micheál Dalton, Millie Hickey, Morgen Fraher Downey, Nadia Bray, Niamh Uniacke, Oisín Power, Saidhbh Duka, Stephen Organ, Tadgh Kelleher, Tom Coffey and Wiktoria Rybinska. NEW SCHOOL YEAR 2016/2017 School re-opens on Tuesday, 30th August.

Cappoquin Primary School pupils who received certificates for 100% full Attendance for the 2015/2016 School Year.

Cappoquin Primary School Bike Day.

Sports Day at Cappoquin Primary School.

Cappoquin Primary School Bike Day.

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KNOCKANORE NS

Knockanore NS celebrates a successful sporting year PUPILS, teachers, parents and friends gathered in the KGK Hall before the holidays to celebrate the great achievements of the school teams in the Roinn C Football, Hurling and Camogie Cumann na mBunscoil competitions. Knockanore School had an amazing series of victories that saw the girls and the boys win their respective football trophies before Christmas and then win their camogie and hurling trophies after Christmas. To win one trophy in a year is a cause of celebration, but to win four is unheard of! Mrs. Eleanor Ronayne welcomed everyone to the school, representatives of the Shamrocks club, parents, relations and friends. Former Waterford footballer and Shamrocks stalwart, Liam Dalton, came to officially present the hurling and camogie medals. Mr. Emmet Cronin, school teacher and coach spoke in glowing terms about the commitment and attitude and effort and ability of the players throughout the two campaigns. He also thanked the Shamrocksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; club and Liam Ahearne, who attended the prizegiving, for the constant support during the year. He commented on how lucky the school teams were to have the knowledge and experience of Tim Lenehan, parent and coach, who contributed hugely to the training sessions and ultimately the success of the teams. Also mentioned on the day were the great athletic performances in the West Waterford Primary School Sports, with many individual and relay medals, and a County 600m title for Faelen. It was a day to celebrate great achievements.

The girls camogie panel.

Liam Dalton with his sons Tom and Mark.

The boys hurling panel.

Hurling captain Eolann, with Mr. Emmet Cronin, teacher and coach, Liam Dalton, Tim Lenehan, coach and Mrs. Eleanor Ronayne, Principal.

Joint camogie captains Catherine and Aobhla, with Mr. Emmet Cronin, teacher and coach, Liam Dalton, Tim Lenehan, coach and Mrs. Eleanor Ronayne, Principal.

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SCOIL GHARBHAIN

Sciath Mhac Dara agus Corn Greg Fives TÁ an scoil ag fás agus ag borradh le blianta beaga anuas is cuid lárnach de shaol na scoile iad na sraitheanna a thosnaíonn ag deireadh mí Éanair agus a chríochnaíonn le leath chraobhanna agus craobhanna i mí an Mheithimh. Tosnaíodh na sraitheanna céanna blianta fada ó shin nuair nach raibh ach sé chaptaen i gceist le seisear i rang a sé. Cuireadh tús leo chun suim na bpáistí a chothú san Iomáint. An duine a smaoinigh ar na sraitheanna is a mhuscail na bpáistí le páirt a ghlacadh iontu ná duine le grá aige don spórt i gcoiteann – Mac Dara Mac Donncha a bhí ar fhoireann teagaisc an scoile ar feadh na blianta. Dá bhrí sin i mbliana seoladh an Comórtas nuair a thug Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael – Aogán ó Fearghail cuairt ar an scoil agus cuireadh tús le comórtas nua sna sraitheanna – Sciath Mhac Dara in onóir don bhfear céanna. Bíonn gach páiste sa scoil ag tnúth leis na sraitheanna fíor thábhachtach seo. Bíonn an iomaíocht do chreidte i measc na nimreoirí, gach Captaen i rang 6 ag súil gurb iad a bheidh sa Chraobh. Molaim gach captaen mar bíonn siad chomh séimh agus cineálta leis na daoine óga. I ndeireadh na dála is foireann le hAisling Ní Sheanlaoich agus foireann le Bronwyn Ní Shé a bhí sa chraobh i Sciath Mhac Dara. Bhí an sliotar siar agus aniar agus na bun ranganna go mór ag glacadh páirt, Aisling agus Bronwyn ag moladh na himreoirí agus

lucht féáchana á ngriosadh chun cinn. Is scór ar scór a bhí sa chluiche seo agus ní hé sin amháin ach bhí am breise i gceist mar ní bhfaighfí an dá fhoireann a dheighilt ach nuair a shéid an réiteoir an fheadóg is foireann le Bronwyn a bhí chun tosaigh. Molaim iad araon agus comhgháirdeachas leo go speisialta le Bronwyn. I gCraobh an ChoirnCorn Greg Fives in onóir dár gcara mór atá imithe ar shlí na fírinne, bhí foireann le Jack ó Rónáin agus foireann le Conall ó Ceallaigh. Bhí gach dalta scoile amuigh chun an craobh a fheiscint agus gach lú agus scréach astú. Bhí na sliotar ag taistil ar luas lasrach. Bhí sé fíor dheacair na fóirne a dheighilt. Gortaíodh Conall gairid do dheireadh an chluiche agus molaim Marc Mac Garraí a tháinig chun páirce ina hionad. Nuair a shéid Seánaí an fheadóg is foireann le Jack ó Rónáin a bhí chun tosaigh. Molaim Jack agus Conall. Bhí na tádh linn an bhliain ar fad go raibh Seánaí Ó Cadhla linn mar thraenálaí ó Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Dhún na Mainistreach – Baile na Cúirte. Gach Máirt dhein Seánaí réiteoireacht ar na sraitheanna dúinn agus ní haon eisceacht a bhí sa chraobh – ár mbuíochas ó chroí leis agus le Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Dhún na Mainistreach – Baile na Cúirte as an tacaíocht a thugann siad dúinn ó cheann ceann na bliana. Bhraiteamar uainn ár gcara mór – Peter Power nach bhfaigheadh a bheith inár dteannata. Guímíd gach

Mac Dara ag bronnadh Sciath Mhac Dara ar Bhronwyn Ní Shé.

rath air agus go mbeidh sé i mbarr a shláinte aríst sar i bhfad. Bhronn Mac Dara an sciath ar Bhronwyn agus ina dhiaidh sin bhronn sé Corn Greg Fives ar Jack Ó Ronáin. Bhronn Mac Dara na boinn ar gach imreoir a d’imir sa chraobh. Bhi moladh speisialta ag Mac Dara do gach imreoir agus mhínigh sé stair na sraithe dos na páistí a chur ionadh orthu agus iad ag iarradh na sraitheanna a shamhailt nuair a tosnaíodh orthu agus gan ach sé chaptaen i gceist. Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Mac Dara as na páisti a spreagadh agus a mholadh. Thug Jack oráid bhreá. Mhol sé gach imreoir, agus ghabh sí buíochas le Mac Dara, le Múinteoir Jen, le Múinteoir Lorcán, le Seánaí ó Cadhla agus le rang a 6 a ghlac freagracht as na himreoirí ar fad. Molaim go mór rang 6 agus na Múinteoirí a eagraíonn na Sraitheanna seo go bliantúil. The school is growing and expanding and one of the most important events on our school calendar is our hurling Leagues which begin in January with semifinals and finals held in the month of June. Each pupil in sixth class is a captain and so this year we had 34 captains however these very leagues began many years ago to motiviate and to encourage the children’s interest in the traditional game of hurling and at the time we only had six captains. The man behind the train of thought was a member of our teaching staff at the time – Mac Dara Mac Donncha whose love and passion is the game of

Mac Dara ag bronnadh Choirn Greg Fives ar Jack Ó Rónáin. hurling. This year when the President of the GAA – Aogán Ó Fearghail visited the school we launched Sciath Mhac Dara in honour of the man himself. Every pupil in the school looks forward to this important competition. Competition and rivalry becomes unbelievable amongst the players as every Captain dreams of being in the final. Every pupil in sixth class deserves exceptional praise for the kindness and their manner in encouraging the young

players on their team. After many battles during the competition Bronwyn Ní Shé’s team and Aisling Ní Sheanlaoich’s team reached the final of Sciath Mhac Dara. The sliotar was whizzing from end to end with the younger players contributing to the battle. This was an extremely tight game and as a result we went to extra time but when the final whistle blew Bronwyn’s team were the winners. Well done to both girls and congratulations to Bronwyn’s team In the final of the Greg Fives’s Cup in honour of our great friend Greg we had Jack ó Ronáin’s team and Conall Ó Ceallaigh’s team. We were given a classic display of hurling from both sides. Every pupil in the school trying to get a vantage point to view the final, encouraging both teams with every roar from the crowd. Conall was injured during the game and had to leave the field of play but well done to Marc Mac Garraí who replaced Conall. When the final whistle blew however it was Jack Ó Rónáin’s team who were the winners of the Greg Fives Cup. We were very fortunate to have Seánaí coaching the children every Tuesday from Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA Club. Every Tuesday Seánaí did a fantastic job of refereeing and we were delighted that Seánaí could be with us to referee the

Final. A big thank you to Seánaí and to Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA Club for all their support. We missed our great friend Peter Power who couldn’t be with us on the day and we wish Peter a speedy recovery. Mac Dara Mac Donncha presented his Shield to Bronwyn and presented the Greg Fives Cup to Jack and he also presented each player in the finals with their medals. Mac Dara gave the children a brief history of the leagues and they found it difficult to imagine the school with only six pupils in sixth class. Jack spoke very well, praising every player. He thanked Mac Dara. Múinteoir Jen and Múinteoir Lorcán and he also thanked the sixth class pupils for their part throughout the year in organising the leagues. Congratulations to rang 6 and to Múinteoir Jen who organise the leagues annually. FÉILE NA nGAEL Comhgháirdeachas le Conall ó Ceallaigh a d’imir ar fhoireann na Gaeltachta a bhuaigh an Corn le linn an Fhéile agus le Jack ó Ronáin a d’imir ar fhoireann Ródaithe na Brice a bhuaigh an Sciath le linn an Fhéile. Congratulations to Conall Ó Ceallaigh,who played on the Gaeltacht team that won the Cup during our recent Féile competition and also to Jack ó Ronáin who played

on the Brickey Rangers team who won the Shield. Well done to all involved. PRIMARY GAME Guímíd gach rath ar Ellen de Paor agus ar Mharc mac Garraí a bhéidh ag imirt sa Primary Game ar an Domhnach seo chugainn ag leath ama ag Craobh na Mumhan. We wish Ellen de Paor and Marc Mac Garraí every success when they play in the Primary Game at halftime on Sunday next in the Munster Final TUISMITHEOIRÍ Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Coiste na dtuismitheoirí as an tacaíocht iontach a thugann siad do dhaltaí na scoile agus d’fhoireann na scoile ó cheann ceann na bliana agus daoibhse ár dtuismitheoirí as an tacaíocht leanúnach d’imeachtaí a bhíonn ar siúil i rith na bliana. Guímíd gach rath agus aimsir bhreá oraibh le linn na laethanta saoire. Bainigí taitneamh astu. A big thank you and note of appreciation to our fantastic Coiste na dTuismitheoirí for their unbelievable support to both pupils and staff of the school, Naíonra and seisiún iar-scoile and also to you our parents for your continuous support annually for all the events on our School Calendar. Míle buíochas. We wish you all good wishes and happiness and fine weather during the holidays. Enjoy.

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Scoil Naomh Gobnait, Coolnasmear, official opening of new extension. Two new mainstream classes and an Autistic Spectrum Disorder class with adjoining sensory rooms. Bishop Cullinan cutting the ribbon to officially open the new extension. [Will Cusack]

Staff members with special guests Very Reverend Bishop Cullinan, Father Kennedy and Adam Harris.

[Will Cusack]

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14 Waterford Schools announced as recipients of Discover Science and Maths Awards Primary Schools across Waterford receive an award for Science and Maths Excellence . . . The Science Foundation MINISTER of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Ireland Discover Science Mary Mitchell O'Connor, and Maths Award recognises achievements of T.D. has announced the the primary schools which have primary school children received the Science and teachers in the appliFoundation Ireland c-ation of science, technolDiscover Science and Maths ogy, engineering and maths (STEM) in the classroom. Award. The Science Foundation To qualify, schools were Ireland Discover Primary required to keep a log of Science and Maths STEM activities that they Programme aims to increase have undertaken throughinterest in Science, out the school, for the Technology, Engineering academic year. Schools were and Maths (STEM) among awarded credit for visiting primary students and Discover Science Centres, carrying out investigations, teachers. In total 546 primary schools nationwide received the awards this year. The recipient schools from Waterford are: • St. Ursula's Primary School • Killea Boys’ National School • St. Joseph's Primary School • Fenor National School • Knockmahon National School • Whitechurch National School • Ballymacarbry Central School • Clonea Power National School • Holy Cross School Tramore • Mount Sion CBS National School • Portlaw National School • Gaelscoil na nDéise • Waterpark National School • Waterford Educate Together National School

using ICT and maths, going on STEM related field trips, hosting scientist and engineer speaker visits, and presenting at a science open day in the school. Commenting, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, T.D., said: “I would like to congratulate all students and their teachers on their participation in Science Foundation Ireland’s Discover Science and Maths Awards. STEM continues to be a growing sector in our economy, creating high quality jobs which will remain a key employer in the years to come. Ireland must ensure that we have a skilled and trained population to meet these needs. Bringing STEM to students at an early age is crucial to ensure the uptake of these important subjects in second and third level education and eventually as careers. I hope these young people have found the inspiration and support they need to go out

into the world and pursue valuable and rewarding careers in the exciting fields of STEM in the future.” Commenting, Minister of State for Training, Skills and Innovation, John Halligan T.D. said: “I am delighted to see how many schools took part in the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Primary Science and Maths Awards. These awards are extremely important for giving opportunities to young people to explore their natural curiosity and interest in in the world around them through the study of STEM subjects. This exciting programme is run in conjunction with ESERO, an education project of the European Space Agency. Their space related themes appeal to the genuine fascination of young people for space and encourages engagement in STEM subjects. I would like to congratulate all the participants on their excellent work on this truly inspiring programme which

Kilmacthomas Primary School Blessing of new Extension by Fr. Keogh, PP., Kilmacthomas and Newtown.

Children from Kilmacthomas Primary School.

[Pat Crowley]

brings new life to the teaching of science and math’s to the classroom.” Commenting on the Discover Science and Maths Awards, Professor Mark Ferguson, Director General, Science Foundation Ireland and Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government said: “It is extremely encouraging to see so many primary schools from across the country taking part in the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Science and Maths

Awards and I would like to congratulate them on their achievement. Encouraging students to engage with science, technology, engineering and maths in a fun and interactive way in their early education is key to shaping the next generation of scientists and engineers. Science Foundation Ireland is committed to breaking down the barriers to participation in STEM, creating a science culture in Ireland and building pride in

Ireland’s scientific achievements. Through our 2016 campaign #ScienceRising and the SFI Discover Primary Science and Maths programme we continue to celebrate the successes of Irish science and open the window of opportunity to STEM careers.” Please visit www.primaryscience.ie for further information on the Discover Science and Maths Awards and the DPSM programme.

[Pat Crowley]

Official Opening of New Extension to Kilmacthomas Primary School. (Design Team). L. to r.: Jerry Geaney, Building Services Consultant; Leonard Healy, Leonard Healy Assoc. Chartered Quantity Surveyor; Mary Harrington, Mary Harrington - Architects; Sheila Creed, School Principal; Senator Paudie Coffey and Sean Carey, S&K Carey Ltd., Building Contractor. [Pat Crowley]

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Winners in the Scoil Mhuire handwriting competition which took place recently.

Just think of it!

Winners of the “In-house” Traffic Warden Competition at Scoil Mhuire - Kellie Mulcahy, David Byrne, Emma Reynolds, Abby Vaianella, Darragh Reddy and Chloe Lenihan. A special word of thanks to Garda Jackie Keohan for all her help throughout the year.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Deuteronomy 30:10-14: The Word is very near to you for your observance. Colossians 1:15-20: All things were created through Christ and for him. Luke 10:25-37: Who is my neighbour? The Angelus: The Angelus prayer is a beautiful popular expression of the faith. It is a simple prayer, recited at three specific times during the day. It thus punctuates the rhythm of our daily activities: in the morning, at mid-day, and at sunset. But it is an important prayer. I encourage each of you to recite it, along with the Hail Mary. It reminds us of the event which transformed

history: the Incarnation, the moment when the Son of God became man in Jesus of Nazareth. Pope Francis, Angelus Address, July 26th, 2013. Annual Summer Gathering of Focolare: Annual Summer Gathering of Focolare takes place in the Gold Coast Hotel Complex from July 6th to 10th next. See church noticeboard for details or email www.focolare.org/ireland Youth 2000 Summer Festival: Youth 2000 Summer Festival for young people aged 16-35 at the Cistercian College, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary, Thursday, July 7th to Sunday, July10th next. See church noticeboard for details or email

www.youth2000.ie St. Declan’s Well Annual Mass, Toor, Aglish will take place on Thursday, 21st July at 12.00 noon. All are welcome. 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.

THE great Italian sculptor Michelangelo (1475–1564) was once showing to a friend the statue of a lion which he had carved out of a block of white marble. The friend asked him where he had got the idea of carving a lion. “I looked at the block of marble,” answered the sculptor, “and I could see a lion imprisoned in it: so I cut away everything that wasn’t a lion!” It is a great insight to be able to see, not just what a thing or person is now, but also to foresee what they might be in the future. It must be very satisfying for a parent or a hurling coach or a teacher to see one of their protegees respond to the guidance and encouragement and thus realising their full potential, becoming the good achiever that the mentor saw they were capable of being. Jesus told the story of the master who gave his servants various talents, telling them to work with them. The only servant who didn’t make the grade was the one who was too “cagey,” too cautious, or too lazy to use their gift. God gives each one of us some gift: it mightn’t be spectacular, but if it’s used it will make us better people and hopefully will serve others. Perhaps there are many young people these days who are wondering what they will do after the Leaving 2016 or 2017. It’s not so much a question of picking a course to do at Third Level, at some I.T. or University, rather it’s important to look beyond that, what am I going to do with the working years of my life? I notice that a fair number of people switch courses after a year or two, sensing that their first choice isn’t really what they had hoped it would be. Maybe working with other people has a greater appeal than spending long hours of the day looking at a screen that won’t talk back or ask you for help or appeal to your desire to give a helping hand to someone who shows that they depend on you. It might be worth thinking about that.There may somewhere be a block of marble (living marble!) waiting for your hand to turn it into something beautiful for God. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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KEVIN CURRAN Ballintyre, Ballinteer, Dublin, and formerly of Ballinamuck, Dungarvan Profound feelings of sorrow and regret were evoked with the unexpected passing of Kevin Curran on Wednesday, 8th June. Born in June, 1974, Kevin attended school at Carriglea N.S. and subsequently the C.B.S. Dungarvan. He furthered his studies at University College Cork graduating in Computer Science. He then took up employment at Ericsson Telecommunications Company where he worked for a number of years, travelling extensively throughout Europe and the United States. In more recent times Kevin had set up his own company, Equiendo, later of which he was director and head of Network Services. Kevin’s passing is deeply mourned by his loving family and many friends, the huge numbers of people who attended his funeral obsequies are testament to the great esteem in which he was held both here in Dungarvan and far beyond. Indeed, many people journeyed long distances to be with his family at this difficult time. May Kevin rest in peace. On Saturday evening, 11th June, Kevin’s family and friends gathered at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, where Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A., led the recitation of the Rosary. Removal took place on Sunday to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, for Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Kevin’s life which was offered by Canon William Ryan, P.P., assisted Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A. Also in attendance were Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A., and Fr. John Harris, C.C. En route to the Church an impressive guard of honour from the Brickey Rangers G.A.A. Club flanked the cortege. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the huge congregation by Maria (sister) and Patricia Lawler (cousin). Prayers of the Faithful were recited by friends and work colleagues Cyril Murphy, Pat Brazil, Patrick Veale and Marion Doyle (aunt). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Alice Power (aunt) and Desmond Curran (cousin). Throughout the Mass beautiful sacred hymns were sung by St. Mary’s Parish Choir directed by Lena Walsh. Afterwards Kevin was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Canon Ryan, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and Fr. Collender, O.S.A., recited the decade of the Rosary. We express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Kevin’s parents Pat and Helen; brothers Alan, Thomas and Patrick; sister Maria; aunts Alice Power, Marian Doyle and Bernie Mulcair; uncles Lar Curran, Ned Power and Tom Power; sisters-in-law Rosemary Curran and Gillian O’Sullivan; niece Grace Curran; other relatives and many friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be offered at 12 noon on Sunday, 17th July, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

AGNES KENNEALLY (nee Nagle) Ballinagoul, Ring Feelings of sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Agnes Kenneally which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 28th June.We extend our sincere sympathy to her husband Nollaig; sons Kevin, Michael, Noel, Val and Gay; daughters Breda, Tina and Nuala; extended family and friends. Agnes lay in repose at her residence on Wednesday, 29th June, where large numbers of people came to console the bereaved. Rosary was led by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P. Removal took place on Thursday, 30th June, to St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring. Requiem Mass was offered by Fr. Kelly, P.P., and afterwards Agnes was laid to rest in the New Cemetery, Ring. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

BRENDAN RUSSELL Fuchsia Cottage, Tagoat, County Wexford, and formerly of Ralahine, Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare We record with sadness the passing of Brendan Russell which sad event occurred in the loving care of staff at St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Predeceased by his son Finbarr, we extend our deepest sympathy to Brendan’s daughter Maeve; son Cathal and their mother Mary; his brother Colm; sister Angela; sonin-law, daughter-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, other relatives and friends especially the MacMurchadha family, An Rinn. Removal took place on Monday, 4th July, from the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, to Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., on Tuesday, 5th July, and afterwards Brendan was laid to rest in Feenagh Cemetery, Sixmilebridge, County Clare. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

OBITUARY JOHN-JOE “Kylo” McGRATH O’Kyle, Camphire, Cappoquin It is with broken hearts and deep sorrow that we record the sudden passing of John-Joe McGrath, Okyle, Camphire, Cappoquin, on Tuesday, 7th June, 2016. John-Joe was born on the 1st February, 1945, in the “The Glen”, Headborough, and was the only son of Patrick and Nellie McGrath. He was raised in Camphire, along with his sister Mary where they had fond memories of growing up together. He was educated in Camphire School House with his lifelong friend Ollie Wilkinson and to further his education he cycled to the Technical School in Cappoquin, where he qualified as a Carpenter. John-Joe had various employments, some of which included Marina Point in Cobh, Caretaker of both the Primary and Secondary Schools in Cappoquin and Tourin Hall. He was also a part-time farmer which he was very passionate about, with the helping hands of his kind neighbours, they made his farming life uncomplicated. John-Joe met Sarah, who later became known as “The Auld Doll” at the Top Hat in Fermoy, where Big Tom was playing on the night in question. Their love for the Showbands brought them on dates to many venues such as Redbarn in Youghal and the Boathouse in Cappoquin and after four years of courting, they decided to get married. They started their family shortly after and had four children, Mags, Paula, Sandie and Patrick. As children on car journeys, JohnJoe loved to sing his way to and from destinations and taught all of them how to drive down the “Slip Road”, even though this was the case he was still their Number 1 taxi driver. He was an exceptional father who would do anything for his family. He was a good provider and worked hard to ensure all his family’s needs were met. He was devoted, faithful and a very loyal family man. John-Joe and Sarah would have been 40 years married in September. John-Joe had a few past-times, one of which was playing a game of 45 with Sarah and his card’s partner Finbarr Power in St. Carthage’s, Ballinvilla and Dunmoon, where he was well able to take his tricks. In the earlier years, he loved to follow Waterford, where he used to make the trips to the matches on John Fraher’s bus from Cappoquin. He also loved to support Tourin GAA, attending all their games, but had a soft spot for the Shamrocks until it came playing Tourin!! John-Joe was a Pioneer all his life and had a strong belief in the Christian faith. He had a warm welcome to anyone that called to their home, greeting them with “Welcome to our House”, followed with numerous cups of tea and never saying goodbye but “Do call again”. His personality was very easy going and funny with his witty but meaningful sayings. He always had a very positive outlook on life and this was never more as evident as when he was recovering from his hip operation. John-Joe was a unique character who touched the lives of many over the years. Lying in repose at his daughter Mags and Aidan Ormond’s home in Camphire Hill on Thursday evening where Rosary was recited by John-Joe’s neighbour Finbar Power in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Friday evening Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family and a large cortege of mourners. On Saturday morning the removal took place from John-Joe’s home in Okyle, where his neighbours had a guard of honour to bid him farewell on his final journey down the hill. On arrival to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. An eloquent Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. The readings during the Mass were recited by his son Patrick and his niece Mairead Crean. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Ella McGrath (grand-daughter), Claire Houlihan (daughter-in-law), Declan Curran and Alan Tobin (sons-in-law), Grainne Flynn (family friend), Tom McGrath (relative) and Jackie Byrne (niece). Liam Dalton, accompanied by Ollie Farrell, provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Symbols representing John-Joe’s life were presented to the Altar by his daughters Paula (box of Lyons Tea bags); Sandie (John-Joe’s boiler suit); sister-in-law Mary Tobin (family picture); neighbour Finbar Power (a deck of cards); the Eucharist (his wife Sarah) and Wine (sister Mary Lupton). His daughter Mags Ormond delivered a eulogy recalling her father’s life events and acknowledging the support their family received from the community. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Cappoquin. On arrival Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., blessed and received his remains and officiated the graveside prayers where John-Joe was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Following burial neighbour and good friend Ollie Wilkinson gave a graveside oration which was followed by Liam Dalton and Ollie Farrell paying tribute by singing “Red Is The Rose”. May he rest in peace. John-Joe’s spirit will be everlasting in the lives of his heart-broken wife Sarah; son Patrick; daughters Mags, Paula and Sandie; sister Mary Lupton and family; sons-in-law Aidan Ormond, Alan Tobin and Declan Curran; daughter-in-law Claire Houlihan; grandchildren Ella McGrath, A.J. and Ailbhe Ormond and Lara Curran; brother-in-laws,

55 sister-in-laws, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be offered for John-Joe on Friday, 8th July, at 7.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

BERNIE HEHIR (nee Moore) Rice’s Street, Dungarvan, and formerly of Mitchel Street With sorrow and regret we record the passing of Bernie Hehir which sad event occurred on Friday, 24th June, in the loving care of staff at St. Francis’ Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Bernie was born in Dungarvan, the town that she loved, and was raised in Mitchel Street, often speaking fondly of her happy childhood, in the midst of her parents, brothers and sisters. She completed her education at the Mercy Convent and subsequently was employed in the Apple Factory and Power’s Brewery. Bernie also worked in London and the Isle of Wight for a spell. Indeed, she married her husband Jim at Clapham Junction in 1966 and they had three children; Jimmy, Edward who passed away at 6 months and Margaret.They later moved back to Dungarvan; Jim predeceased Bernie in June 2015. A lady of deep Christian faith, Bernie had a great devotion to Our Lady and was a member of the Prayer Group with Sr. Gertrude in the Presentation Convent. She also joined St. Mary’s Parish Choir and sang regularly as a tenor at the various Church ceremonies. She loved the social aspect of the choir, attending practice, meeting for special occasions and treasured the friendships which she built up over the years. It meant so much to her and was such an important part of her life. Indeed, it was a fitting testament and a lovely tribute to Bernie that the choir sang so beautifully at her Requiem Mass. She would surely have approved! Bernie also gave of her best with Dungarvan Gospel Choir, once again expressing her faith through song. An avid reader, autobiographies and history were particular interests; Bernie read widely on the various film stars and the Royal family. A lady who treasured her native place, she cherished her walk down around Quanns and the Lookout stopping and chatting to people along the way, be they stranger or old friend. The life and soul of any gathering, Bernie could recount memories from times past with ease. Over the years she made several trips to London to visit her children, grandchildren and sister Bridget who lived there but was always keen to return to Dungarvan, the town she loved so well. Bernie passed away on Friday evening, 24th June, having enjoyed the excellent care of staff at St. Francis’ Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, and is sadly missed by her loving family and friends, a void has been left in their lives that can never be filled. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. “Dungarvan my Hometown, I love best of all, Dear old faces and places, how oft I recall, In my heart I keep wishing, that someday I will be, Back again in my hometown, my home by the sea.” (Mai O’Higgins). On Sunday evening, 26th June, Bernie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan. Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy) led the recitation of the Rosary in the presence of a large gathering of Bernie’s family and many friends who had come to pay tribute and remember her. Removal took place on Monday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church, the cortege pausing at Mitchel Street for a quiet reflection. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Bernie’s life was celebrated by Fr. John Harris, C.C. The Pall, symbolic of her Baptism, was placed by Margaret and Jimmy (children); Bridget (sister) and Mary (friend).The Liturgy of the Word was read by Siobhán (grand-daughter) while the Parish Choir sang “The Lord’s My Shepherd” (Psalm 23) and other sacred hymns throughout the Mass. In his homily Fr. Harris spoke of Bernie’s religious faith and her commitment to the choir.The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Kirsten (grand-daughter) and Jimmy (son). Afterwards Bernie was brought to her place of rest in the adjoining cemetery, leaving the Church to the strains of “Queen Of The May”, one of her favourite hymns. At her graveside, Fr. Harris, C.C., imparted the blessing and led the Rite of Committal. May Bernie rest in peace in her Heavenly Home. Predeceased by her husband Jim and son Edward, we extend our sincere sympathy to her son Jimmy; daughter Margaret; sisters Bridget and Mary; brother-in-law Billy; grandchildren Kirsten, Ruri, Siobhán and Róisín; great-grand-daughter Deniz; other relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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Round-up … IFA call for changes to organics scheme in RDP Programme

A meeting between the IFA’s Farm Business Skillnet Steering Committee and the Skillnets to discuss the current training requirements in the agriculture sector. Richard Kennedy, Deputy President; John Coughlan, Munster Regional Chairman; Celine Reynolds, IFA Farm Business Skilnet Network Manager Paul Healy, Skillnets CEO; James Murphy, IFA Farm Business Skillnet Chairman; Mick McHugh Skillnet Programme Support Manager; James Kelly, IFA Director of Organisation; and, Jer Bergin, IFA National Treasurer.

Training vital to farm enterprise efficiency TARGETED accessible training is vital to develop the diverse range of skills farmers need, James Murphy, IFA Farm Business Skillnet Chairman has said. James Murphy was speaking following a meeting between the IFA’s Farm Business Skillnet Steering Committee and Skillnets CEO Paul Healy and Programme Support Manager Mick McHugh to discuss the current training requirements in the agriculture sector. “In order to run their farm businesses as efficiently and competitively as possible, farmers need convenient, accessible and worthwhile upskilling opportunities in a range of areas.

“The funding support provided by Skillnets allows farmers in all sectors to address gaps in their skillset from practical skills, to areas such as financial literacy, information technology, and health and safety. “We would like to see further investment in training for the agriculture sector and a firm focus on farming, as an occupation that requires a diverse skillset and faces a number of challenges, not least addressing volatility and falling incomes. “Farmers need to be able to maximise their business and financial skills, and to adapt and develop their skills to take full advantage of the advances in agriculture and information technol-

ogy. “It is always worth investing in the growth and future of farming – a sector that supports upwards of 300,000 jobs all over the country. We need to identify the skills farmers will rely on in the future and put in place training opportunities to meet those needs.We need also to anticipate and address any barriers to participation,” James Murphy concluded. IFA Farm Business Skillnet, which is supported through Skillnet, provides training to groups of IFA members in a range of areas. Find out more about subsidised training available at www.ifa.ie

IFA Solar Seminar to highlight policy uncertainty and to advise on tax and legal issues for farmers IFA President Joe Healy will open an important solar energy seminar in Portlaoise on 14th July by emphasising the need for greater policy certainty from Government regarding REFIT tariffs and increased community participation in future renewable energy projects. Mr. Healy said,“Over 6,000 acres of farmland is currently under some form of a solar contract, in anticipation of a new renewable electricity price support which was due to be announced earlier this year. The delay in clarity from the Government regarding the level of

price support is contributing to a high level of speculative approaches by development companies. This is extremely concerning and IFA will meet with Energy Minister Denis Naughten shortly to seek progress on this issue”. IFA Renewables Project Team Chair James Murphy will launch a guidance document for farmers who have been approached by development companies. He has also called for rural communities to be front and centre of future renewables projects. “It is no longer acceptable for developers to impose

renewable projects in rural Ireland. Host landowners and their neighbours must be offered a shareholding in such renewable projects. Government policy and grid connection policy must support this.” The solar seminar will hear from tax expert Declan McEvoy of IFAC Accountants, solicitor James Staines from Kennedys, Bob Hanna from the Department of Energy and representatives from the ESB, Tipperary Energy Agency and the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. Free tax and legal advice clinics will also be available at the seminar.

IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has said that the Organics Scheme in the Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 needs to be amended to increase uptake, as the current payment regime will not attract farmers to reach the objectives in the Plan. The IFA Rural Development Chairman said that €44m is available in the RDP but it would now appear that the uptake will fall short of the objectives set out in the Plan. Currently over 1% of land area is covered by organics, while the EU average is 5.7%. If the scheme is not changed, the targets in the Plan will not be met. Joe Brady said “The organic scheme is an important measure for those farmers who opt to convert from conventional farming to organics. It is also vital that there is critical mass in this sector.” IFA has made the following proposals to the Department of Agriculture: – Payment levels should be front loaded to reflect the higher fixed costs of registration and certification. – The payment levels should be as follows: • €315 for the first 20ha • €170 for the next 40ha – The conversion payment should be increased proportionately. – The minimum stocking level for livestock farmers in hill areas should be reduced from 0.5lu/ha to 0.15lu/ha. – There needs to be more flexibility in the rotation of measures for better utilisation and protection of soils. – In order to encourage locally produced organic feed, a specific measure should be included to encourage farmers. – A payment for forage crop, turnip, kale, rape etc. or barley oats would address the shortage in meal feeding during winter. Currently, the majority of feed is imported and expensive. A payment on up to 5ha per farm at a rate of up to €450 per ha would encourage self-sufficiency. – Flexibility in the replacement of stock – currently 10% to increase to 40%. – Other technical aspects need to be changed to make the scheme more practical.

Failure to rise pig prices completely unacceptable CHAIRMAN of IFA Pigs Committee, Pat O’Flaherty said pig farmers are extremely frustrated that processors did not increase prices on Friday. He said, “It is vital that processors reflect improvements in trade in producer prices in a timely fashion. Demand for pigs is strong currently, with supplies tightening coupled with a decrease in carcass weights in recent

weeks. “Demand for Irish product is strong both domestically and on the export market and this must be reflected in producer prices. Irish pigmeat exports continue to rise in both volume and value, while imports are declining. “It is crucial that any gains achieved from improvements in trade are fairly reflected in producer prices. Producers have experienced one of the worst price crises in decades and have yet to reach breakeven. Irish prices have slipped back to 98% of the EU average price and cannot afford to fall any further behind.”

IFA calls for significant changes to the rural development plan in the next amendment IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has called on the Minister for Agriculture to make significant changes to the Rural Development Programme to ensure that there is full utilisation of the €4bn available to the Programme over the seven-year period. In a detailed Submission to the Department of Agriculture, IFA has called for significant changes to the GLAS scheme, which will open again in the autumn for up to 15,000 farmers. This will bring the total number of farmers in the scheme to over 50,000 and this will have a significant impact on farm income, if further changes are made. Among the changes IFA is proposing is an increase in payment rates for a number of measures including commonages and Natura areas. In addition, IFA wants a reversal of the cuts to the GLAS II when the area qualifying for low input grassland was halved and hedge planting was suspended. IFA wants the low input grassland restored to 10ha. Joe Brady said that with only around 15% of farmers so far qualifying for GLAS+ an opportunity exists to increase this significantly. This can be done through allowing farmers who have significant Natura and commonage land, as well as tillage farmers who take on the catch crop measure, into the scheme. In relation to TAMS, IFA is calling for the inclusion of additional items for grant aid. These include: underpasses, meal bins, maintenance of field drainage systems, rubber mats as well as specific measures for pigs and poultry. Also, IFA wants greater flexibility in the definition of Young Farmers to qualify for a higher rate of grant. On ANCs, Joe Brady is calling for the €25m allocated in the Programme for Government to be implemented in 2017. IFA has also made proposals in relation to the inclusion of the Sheep Scheme worth €25m in the Plan, as well as changes to Organics, Producer Organisations and the implementation of the Locally Led Agri-environment Scheme.

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A l l t ra c ks l ea d to t h i s yea r ’s p l o u g h i n g c h a m p i o n s h i ps VISITORS to this year’s National Ploughing Championships will have the opportunity to get train transport from around Ireland to travel to Tullamore, where Bus Éireann will operate a shuttle service for the short (5 km) trip to the Screggan site over the days from Tuesday 20th to Thursday 22nd September.* Anna May McHugh, Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association said “this service is a huge opportunity for visitors and exhibitors to leave the car at home and use public transport to get to the Ploughing Championships, which will have the knock-on effect of visitors being dropped off much closer to the entrance gate, less traffic on the road and easier

access. For those that need to drive Tullamore is so centrally located in Ireland that it is an ideal venue, easily reached from all parts of the country.” Improving visitor experience is always a priority for the National Ploughing and this year is no exception with NPA piloting a park n ride system for Dublin traffic. The service will be complimentary and operate frequently each way throughout the 3 days giving visitors the added benefit of a drop off point within a few hundred metres of exhibition arena. As Europe’s largest outdoor event, this year’s Championships will include the core Machinery & Livestock Exhibition,

Motor Displays, Agri. Parts and Services, Live Entertainment, Cookery Demonstrations, Indoor Trade Halls, Artisan Foods, Forestry Village, Baking Competitions, Shopping Arcades, Fashion, Vintage Exhibition, and a BioEnergy Village. The variety of stands attending the Ploughing is sure to have something to interest all of the family; food, crafts, health, leisure, hotels, Government Departments, celebrities, demonstrations, cookery and lots more, as well as the top ploughmen and women battling it out for the National title and an opportunity to represent Ireland at next year’s World Ploughing Contest in Kenya.

Macra urges young farmers to make Farm Safety a priority MONDAY, July 4th, marked the start of the fourth annual Farm Safety Week. This initiative was launched with the aim of reducing the number of farm accidents. At the moment, the agriculture industry has the poorest safety record of any occupation in Ireland and the UK. During Farm Safety Week (4th–8th July) there will be five days of themed practical farm safety advice and guidance asking farmers to consider ‘Who would fill your boots?’ if an accident occurred on the farm. Macra na Feirme con-

tinues to show leadership in our work to promote farm safety. We work with all stakeholders on the Farm Safety Partnership to promote the safety message. Macra na Feirme have partnered with the Farm Contractors of Ireland to roll out our safe tractor driving course through our Young Farmer Skillnet Training Programme. The training programme is currently compiling a practical farm safety skills course which will be launched shortly and deliver practical safety training to young farmers.

Macra na Feirme partners with IFAC Accountants for the roll out of our Young Farmer Development Groups programmes and activities and all our events have a farm safety focus built into them. Speaking about Farm Safety Week Macra na Feirme National President Sean Finan said: "I encourage every farmer to always take personal responsibility for their own safety. As this is farm safety week I call on all farmers to make a special effort to look around their own yard and identify any risks or hazards which exist

and which could potential put their own lives or the lives of other family members in danger. Some of the risks and hazards identified might take time to address but short term measures should be taken to minimise the risk before remedial work is completed. The current pressure on farm incomes and certain commodities is resulting in young farmers reducing their spend on regular maintenance and upgrade of facilities and machinery. The direct consequence of this is an increase in the risk of accident or injury to the farmer".

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Question: I am a drystock farmer. I am due a quality assurance audit in the coming months. On the last audit I had I fell down slightly on the Health and Safety as I did not have the required paperwork fully up to date. Is there anywhere I could get some assistance in complying with my obligations before my next audit as I could be put out for a while if I go down again on the Health and Safety? Can you please advise? Answer: Safety must really be a priority on your farm alright, seeing as it has taken you close on 18 months to get to work on your failings from the last QA audit. Safety is not just about paperwork, it is about you, your family, and those who enter your farm, to keep them safe from contact with hazards that may exist on your farm.The QA audit will require you to have a valid farm safety Code of Practice risk assessment document in place on the holding. In order to complete this document you will first have to carry out a risk assessment on the farm. If you make an appointment with your farm adviser, he/she can call out and assist you with this. If you have joined the Knowledge Transfer Programme there will be one meeting based on health and safety and this would be of great benefit to attend. Alternatively, both Teagasc and ourselves hold half day courses on the completion of the Code of Practice document and it would do you no harm to attend one. Either way, seeing as the week is in it you need to make a start in the right direction. I trust this will clear things for you. Tip of the Week: This week is National Farm Safety Week. Make safety a priority on your farm!

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Dungarvan Mart Report MONDAY 4TH JULY, 2016 DRY COWS 1 Fr. 740 kgs. made €1,005. 1 Fr. 715 kgs. made €925. 1 Fr.675 kgs. made €970. 1 Fr. 670 kgs. made €860. BULLOCKS 1 A.A. 826 kgs. made €1,490. 6 Char. 544 kgs. made €1,205 each. 4 Char. 455 kgs. made €1,160 each. 7 A.A. 696 kgs. made €1,285 each. 6 Her.364 kgs. made €760 each. 4 A.A. 385 kgs. made €840 each. 4 A.A. 358 kgs. made €750 each. HEIFERS 1 Her. 645 kgs. made €1,340. 1 A.A. 640 kgs. made €1,275. 1 A.A. 575 kgs. made €1,110. 3 Lim. 396 kgs. made €845 each.

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Teagasc . . . BEEF Assessing cows for milk Numerous suckler cow studies in Teagasc Grange over the years have demonstrated the importance of milk yields when it comes to maximising the weaning weight in calves.The extra weight a suckler calf puts on when it is suckling on the cow stays with it throughout its life. A suckler cow that does not have reasonably good milk yields has no place on a suckler farm and, more importantly, should not be providing any replacement heifers for the herd. If milk yield is one of the more important drivers of weight gain then it must be measured so that: • poor yielding cows can be culled and replaced; n high yielding cows can be identified to keep replacements from; and, • the accuracy of the breeding indexes for your cows and heifers can be increased. Weighing calves while they are still suckling is the best way to estimate the amount of milk their mothers are providing to them. Ideally, this should be done when they are between 150 and 250 days of age as their weight at this stage is less influenced by the amount of grass they are eating themselves, and the younger they are the less meals (if any) they will be eating. The ICBF provides a weighing service for all farmers, and they will also record the weights on their database so that they can be used to assess the breeding value of the cows. If you are using your own weighing scales make sure to enter the weights online through HerdPlus.The more weights that are recorded, the more accurate the star ratings of your cows will be. ANIMAL HEALTH ISSUES Dosing July is the month when dosing will begin for many spring-born calves. Dairy-born calves will be much more susceptible to stomach worms than suckler calves because there is a dilution effect from the cow and they are less reliant on grass in their diet at this stage in their life. Lungworm is the other and probably more significant issue that will have to be dealt with once calves begin coughing. There are a few things that we need to bear in mind. Firstly, for

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stomach worms, taking dung samples to assess whether to dose or not will tell you what the worm burden is like in the calves, and will help us to avoid overdosing. Pooling samples from 10-15 calves will be worth doing. Secondly, Grange research has shown over the last two years that there is drug resistance building amongst worm populations.The simplest way to try and prevent resistance building on your farm is to alter the type of product you use. If you plan to use a levamisole now, switch to an avermectin or a white dose for the next dose but keep alternating.Your vet will advise you on the differences between the various drug groups. Blackleg Full immunity to blackleg using the clostridial vaccines requires a two shot programme with a booster given four weeks after the primary shot. Avoid giving any other vaccine within 14 days of giving the blackleg vaccine. Where an incidence of blackleg has occurred on a farm, a blackleg vaccination programme is a must. Summer mastitis It is the time of year again when dry cows are going to be susceptible to summer mastitis.This condition is one where prevention is key.Whether you choose to use dry cow tubes, Stockholm tar or fly repellent to help reduce the risk, it is important to take some combination of preventative measures. Cows need to be herded regularly during this high-risk period if you are to spot potential problems. If cows are lying, go in and get them up and walk through them. Have cows in well-topped fields and avoid fields that are wet or have a lot of tree cover where fly populations are high. July is the month for: • removing the bull and stopping your breeding season; • dosing weanlings for stomach worms and hoose; • assessing how much winter fodder you have; • taking out any surplus grass to maintain leafy swards; • preventing summer mastitis in dry autumn calvers; • introducing forward creep grazing of weanlings; • castrating spring-born bulls; • ensuring that all sheds are cleaned out and disinfected; and, • reseeding poor performing fields.

HEALTH AND SAFETY Prevent Falls July is a month when a lot of work at heights takes place due to farm maintenance and movement of loads. About 18% of farm deaths are due to falls from heights or collapse of loads.The chance of death is seven times greater from a fall from height compared to one at ground level. Use secure platforms with edge protection. Ladder use is high risk, so these should be properly secured. Use adequately supported crawler boards when working on fragile roofs. IMPORTANT EVENTS Teagasc Grassland Reseeding Event A Teagasc Grassland Reseeding Event in conjunction with Germinal Seeds will take place on the farm of John Robinson, Graigue, Callan, Co. Kilkenny on Wednesday July 20th at 11.00am. There will be information on fertilising for reseeding, weed control, the new Pature Profit Index, grass varieties and mixes. There will also be a live demonstration of reseeding methods. All are welcome. FRS Best Practice in Milking Course This programme is developed in conjunction with the expertise of Teagasc, AHI (Animal Health Ireland) and FRS Network (Farm Relief Services). The programme is designed to develop your skills as a milker to ensure that all cows are milked effectively and efficiently. This course is unique as it brings together the theory element of milking and the practical implementation of the theory. A customised DVD aids its delivery and acts as a reference guide after the course for the milker. The tutors for the course have been specifically trained and course content approved by the experts in the area of milking best practice. Course content includes, preparation for milking, milking routine, cluster attachment, milk quality, washing up, mastitis prevention and drying off. The course duration is 2 days training followed by milking assessment, including practical training. The next courses will take place in FRS Kilkenny on July 25th and 26th and in FRS, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford on July 29th and 30th. To book your place, or for more details phone 1890 201000.

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Week Ending: 4/7/’16 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 23.70 4.08 3.57 1.81 1 547 155 1,600 64 56

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 23.56 4.55 3.70 1.94 0 516 195 1,200 45 90

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Growth rates have slowed down in the last week. • Stocking rate is at 3.54 Lu/Ha. • SCC 162,000. • Spreading 1 bag CAN/Ac. Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • Weather bad last week and therefore didn’t get a chance to take out bale. • Will take out eleven hectars this week. • Rotation length at twenty three days. • Will dose and wean late calves this week.

Mairead McGuinness MEP and Vice-President of the European Parliament hosted a briefing by Teagasc representatives in the European Parliament for MEPs on the outlook for Irish agriculture with regard to greenhouse gas and ammonia emissions recently. MEP McGuinness is a member of the European Parliament's Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development and the Environment, Food Safety and Public Health Committee. Pictured in the European Parliament, (back row l-r): Alan Jagoe, CEJA President and member of Teagasc authority; Jane Kavanagh, Head of Research Operations, Teagasc; Karina Pierce, UCD and member of Teagasc authority; Joseph Larkin, Experimental Research Officer, Teagasc; Tom Doherty, Chief Operations Officer, Teagasc; Dr Frank O’Mara, Director of Research, Teagasc; Dr Gary Lanigan, Principal Research Officer, Teagasc; and Trevor Donnellan, Principle Research Officer, Teagasc. (Front row l-r): Dr Noel Cawley, Chairman of Teagasc authority; Deirdre Clune MEP; Professor Gerry Boyle, Director, Teagasc; Mairead McGuinness MEP; and Matt Carthy MEP.

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

SPRATT Currabaha, Colligan, Dungarvan For Sale by Public Auction (On the instructions of M/s KPMG Receiver)

Tuesday, 19th July, at 11.00 a.m., in The Strand Hotel, Limerick • Ideal opportunity to acquire a small residential holding c.4 acres, having generous frontage onto the adjacent Coolnasmear Road and the adjoining Colligan River. • Benefit of old cut stone farm building (in poor repair), offering potential to a party wishing to construct a home who satisfies the requirements within the current Waterford County Development Plan. • Within easy reach of Dungarvan Town. Launching Farm Safety Week from 4th to 8th July are (l. to r.): Pat Breen, Minister of State for Employment and Small Business; IFA President Joe Healy; Michael Creed, Minister for Agriculture; Maura Canning, IFA Farm Family Chairperson; and, Pat Griffin, Health and Safety Authority.

Show Your Support for Farm Safety Week 2016 MONDAY, July 4th, marked the start of the fourth annual Farm Safety Week, an initiative launched in 2013 aiming to cut the toll of accidents which continue to give agriculture the poorest record of any occupation in the Ireland and the UK. From quad bike accidents to animal attacks, farming kills and injures more people than any other industry in Ireland and the UK. Farm Safety Week (4th–8th July) offers five days of themed practical farm safety advice and guidance for farmers and urges them to consider ‘Who would fill your boots?’ in the event of a farm accident. This year’s Farm Safety Week is being supported by a greater number of organisations than ever including the Farm Safety Foundation, Farm Safety Partnerships, the Health & Safety Authority, Ireland, Health & Safety Executive, UK, and Health & Safety Executive for Northern Ireland. It aims to educate and inspire a drive to improve agriculture’s poor safety record. According to IFA President Joe Healy, “Farming remains a labourintensive and sometimes dangerous occupation. Each year, farm fatalities in Ireland reach double figures

and more than 1,000 injuries occur on farms. Over the course of this week, we are working with our counterparts in Northern Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales on five days and five themes but one very clear question – Have you thought about “Who Would Fill Your Boots?” if you were to have a farm accident.” Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed said, “I’ve seen first-hand the devastation that follows farm accidents and fatalities. The impact on families and communities is unquantifiable. As Minister, it is my intention to be a vocal advocate for safety and vigilance in order to ensure our farms are the safest working environments possible. There are many risks in farming, this does not mean that it has to be a dangerous profession.There is more that can be done to limit the number of accidents occurring.We must all continue to work together to drive behavioural change so that safe working practices are followed at all times.” Last year in Ireland, fatalities in agriculture were down by 40%, with 18 deaths reported compared to 30 in 2014, four of which were child fatalities. Although the fall in figures was welcomed farming is

still the most dangerous occupation and that needs to change. “These are not just statistics,” explains Pat Griffin, Senior Inspector with HSA and member of the Farm Safety Partnership Ireland, “Behind each story is a grieving family, a community in shock, and a farm that needs to continue being farmed no matter what has happened. This year, Farm Safety Week is focusing on the power of the positive. We know that we need to engage with farmers of all ages to make farms safer places to work and live. We’re encouraging everyone in the industry to become farm safety champions. “On a farm, as with any business, the number one resource is the people. A farm accident - whether fatal or causing serious trauma - can have awful, potentially lifelong consequences for a business, not to mention family and sadly, deaths or injuries occurring on a farm are preventable more often than not. As someone who looks after Agriculture for HSE, I see the importance of farm safety first hand. Injuries on the farm are no joke, and they happen much more often than they should. We need to work together so that farm safety is acknowledged as important and

change ensues.” “It is human nature to think ‘it won't happen to me,’ but unfortunately it can - especially if we continue on with this approach,” says Farm Safety Foundation’s Stephanie Berkeley. “Taking preventative, proactive measures is one of the best things we can do for our farm and workers. Most preventative practices are common sense. Tragically, most accidents are caused by simple factors such as habit, haste, fatigue, and improperly maintained machinery. This week, we hope that by hearing from other farmers about their experiences, we can ask farmers to really think about ‘Who Would Fill Your Boots?’ if something were to happen to them at work, shed some light on the necessity of farm safety and highlight practical ways to make it happen on the farm.” MONDAY’S THEME - FALLS Themed help and advice will be placed online each day of the fourth annual Farm Safety Week. The five daily themes are falls, machinery, livestock, transport, and children on farms. The Farm Safety Week campaign today focusses on falls, which caused of onefifth of fatal accidents on Irish farms in 2015. Even the most safety

conscious farmers can experience the effects of a serious injury as we learn from Dermot Hogan, a young farmer from County Offaly*. In a recent series of video clips entitled ‘What’s left behind’, developed by Embrace FARM (a support network in Ireland for those affected by fatal and serious accidents), Dermot’s tragic farm accident is described. Dermot was killed when he fell a relatively short distance through the roof of a shed he was painting and suffered serious head injuries. The 45-year-old fatherof-three was painting the shed at his farm when he fell through a perspex roof light and suffered fatal head injuries. His wife raised the alarm and contacted emergency services who rushed to the scene. Paramedics worked to save him but sadly he was later pronounced dead. According to his brother Eugene, a respected journalist who was involved in developing the video clip to warn others said, “What happened to Dermot didn’t just take his life…it took away a bit of the rest of us.” This case reinforces that fact that farm workers of any age run the risk of injury or death from falls. #FarmSafetyWeek

Further details and maps from selling agents. Solicitor: Susan Joyce M/s Hugh J. Ward & Co., Dublin

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Fundraising Event at Sallyfort Farm A FUNDRAISING event will be held on this Saturday, 9th July, in aid of the Hospice, at Sallyfort Farm, Stradbally, at 9.00 p.m. ‘Never Heard Of ’Em’ will be playing on the night. Great band for a great cause, followed by a Disco.We will have a Dome with music outside as well for all your entertainment. We are delighted to announce that one of the items for Auction on the night is a walk-on part for you and a friend to the hit RTE soap "Fair City." Yes! You and a friend could be on screen enjoying a pint

in McCoys with Bela and Leo!! A Fair City goodie bag will also be included. On the night of our fundraiser, there will be spins home for people if required! As well on the night there will be a Waterford jersey for Auction, signed by the present Waterford team, thanks to Michael Walsh.This will be a great night in the build-up to the Munster Hurling Final. Our fundraiser is just under two weeks away and tickets will be available from this Wednesday onwards. To enquire about purchasing tickets please call us on 087 2729237. Tickets at €20 are also available on the night at the door. On the night your main ticket will cover entry in a raffle. The prizes are: A night away in one of the Flynn Hotels and an evening meal; a €100 voucher for

In association with SGC Dungarvan Glanbia; €100 voucher for Dawn Meats; €100 cash; bottles of Bushmills and much more. Bring your own drinks on the night and there will be tanks of ice available to keep your drinks cool. All the food you can eat on the night will be available such as a barbecue and hog roast. Please try your very best to come along to this charity night as all money raised will be given to the Hospice.

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RIENDS are giving lots of advice at the moment, and it s time you started to listen to them. It s okay to let your heart rule your head occasionally, but you seem to do it all the time!

AMILY matters have taken a back seat in recent weeks, but you are likely to be drawn into discussions with your nearest and dearest over the next few days. Avoid taking sides at all costs.

OU have been desperate to share a secret with someone special, and now is the perfect time to let the cat out of the bag. Don t be disappointed if they play their cards close to their chest at first.

UBTLE signals should spell out exactly what you have been waiting to hear this week. Try to be calm, even if the nervous excitement is giving you butterflies, but take the time to celebrate.

OU are in danger of disappearing under a backlog of half-finished projects and halfstarted new arrangements. Try to clear the decks before taking on any new commitments.

OUR attempt to impress someone backfired slightly, but the signs are that they liked you even though things started to go wrong. Just be yourself and try not to be in so much of a rush.

REAMS are playing havoc with your emotions, and there s one in particular that you really want to come true. Be patient, and you will avoid hurting someone s feelings.

OU have been receiving extra attention from someone in a group of friends, and everyone is starting to notice. Just take things at your own pace and don t be pressured into anything.

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EOPLE are starting to notice that your normally sweet temper is a little frayed at the moment. A night out with some very special people will set you back on the road to relaxation. OU have dismissed the idea of romance or friendship with someone because you think they don t want to know you. It obviously hasn t occurred to you that they might be a little bit shy!

T WASN T long ago that you were throwing your hands up in horror and bemoaning the fact that nothing was going your way. You are now reaping the benefits of a change in fortune.

Movie Reviews Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie

Review by Grace Collender

THE wait is finally over sweetie darlings! The ever glamorous and shamelessly scandalous Edina Monsoon and Patsy Stone have at last staggered onto the big screen for Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. The legendary Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley step back into the glitzy glad-rags, bottle of champers in one hand and supporting each other’s wickedly wild antics with the other to bring us a riotously entertaining adventure that’s, in the immortal Patsy’s words, “just bloody good fun darling!” Directed by Mandie Fletcher and written by Saunders, with a totally bonkers plot oozing zesty zingers and glittering celeb cameos, the devilish divas’ big screen debut is fabulously absurd. Parodying the follies of the fashion world from the off, the movie opens with Edina and Patsy drunkenly lurching onto a runway in the middle of a show, to the horror of all present, before they invade the backstage party to try their hand at twerking. Age has not softened these indomitable party animals, thank heavens. So far, the movie is much the same as the hit TV show but before long it jumps up a gear as the pair find themselves in their most insane situation yet when Edina, over-excited at an A-list party, accidentally knocks supermodel Kate Moss over a balcony, plunging her

to her death in the Thames and a nation into mourning as people flood to the scene of the crime to place offerings of hunter wellies and bottles of sauvignon blanc for Kate. Hated by all, the two flee to the French Riveria. However, the outraged fashionistas of the world are in hot pursuit. Saunders has penned a brilliantly hilarious screenplay here, exuding some truly terrific lines guaranteed to make the audience gasp and then howl with laughter. Lumley’s fabulously fierce Patsy has the best lines, such as when she advises Edina to inject “foetus blood and a little spritz of afterbirth” into her beauty care routine. Fletcher does a superb job of bringing everything that made the sitcom so great and making it bigger, brasher and boozier for the big screen. Enhancing the craziness, over sixty celebs pop up, showing the huge level of support for this film, with cameos from Graham Norton, Kylie Minogue, Stella McCartney, Jon Hamm and many more, including a particularly side-splitting scene with Rebel Wilson facing off against Patsy. Pure unabashed fun that offers a delightful hour and a half of escapism, Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie revels in its own wonderful wickedness, crafting a wild adventure that is, well, absolutely fabulous. 5/5.

Me Before You

Review by Grace Collender

GEAR up with tissues aplenty, waterproof mascara and extra concealer just to be on the safe side because Me Before You is an emotional rollercoaster. Directed by Thea Sharrock and based on Jojo Moyes’ 2012 best-selling novel of the same title, this tragic love story stars Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) and Sam Claflin (The Hunger Games) as our fated lovers who teach each other to live and to love boldly. Lou Clarke is a sweet, chatty, quirky young woman with a zest for life, an endearingly eccentric wardrobe, but a total lack of direction as to what she wants to do with her life. Will Traynor is a dashing, thrill-seeking, wealthy young banker who is left paralyzed after a lifeshattering accident. When Will’s mother hires Lou as a caregiver, the pair gradually grow closer, opening one another’s worlds to new possibilities and showing

that oftentimes love can be found where one least expects it. Gushing with all the elements a great romantic drama needs to really elate and devastate the heart all at once, including a beautiful soundtrack to tug on the heartstrings, a magical castle backdrop and a set of star-crossed lovers, Me Before You is romance personified. However, a deeper thread runs through this movie as it imparts some provocative thoughts on a sensitive subject and yet falls short of truly grappling with the tough questions it raises. Still, for those seeking a heartrending, gooey love-fest, look no further. Chemistry burns bright between Clarke and Claflin as they draw you in until you are dangerously emotionally invested in this tragic tale. Plus, as an additional treat, Stephen Peacocke, a.k.a. Home and Away’s Brax, pops up showing off his burgeoning big screen talents, the cherry on top of this delicious romance. 4/5.

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Power to the Clan Gathering THE concept of the Clan Gathering is becoming more and more popular and has become a very organized event of several days duration. Coming up is the Power Clan gathering, an event which should attract probably the largest number in attendance. Power is by far the most numerous surname in this county, far outnumbering every other name by multiples. This is not a phenomenon of today, for there are reports throughout the last eight hundred years of the powerful Power Clan’s exploits and battles across the county and adjoining territories. Perhaps the most famous of all is the engagement which took place near Fews late in the 17th Century between the la Poers (Powers) and O’Briens. It is said that twentyone men by the name of John Power died in that battle and that the bodies were so numerous as to make the road impassable. This year, the three day Power Clan Gathering in Waterford will be held from 27th to 30th August. Organisers, Conan, Patrick and Michael Power say that everyone is welcome (even non-Powers) and that bookings have already been made by

Powers from Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and Newfoundland for the big event. “It promises to be a very special festival,” writes Patrick Power. “All the Powers with family friends from Waterford, Southeast and Ireland are welcome to attend any or all of the many events and warmly welcome their brothers and sisters who have travelled across the world to be in Waterford for the festival. The event is not confined to those with the name Power as so many are married to all sorts of people from all sorts of places both at home and abroad. Make sure to pick one or a few of the events to attend and enjoy the company while learning more about the Power Clan.” There is an extensive programme starting on Saturday 27th with the opening event which doubles up with the final event in the Newfoundland – Ireland Festival of the Sea in Carrick-on-Suir. On Sunday morning all the visitors will attend Mass in Dunhill at 9.30 a.m., to be followed by a walk along the Anne Valley trail to Dunhill Castle, the ancestral home of the

Powers where a short talk will be given before returning to Harney’s for light refreshments In the afternoon they will travel to Dungarvan for lunch and a visit to the WW1 Memorial to attend the Annual Wreath Laying ceremony remembering over 1,100 men and women from Waterford City and County and especially the Powers who fell in the Great War and all conflicts throughout the world. This will be followed by a short tour of Dungarvan Castle. That evening in Waterford they will enjoy a dinner and music in local hotel. On Monday morning a conducted tour of Curraghmore House and Gardens will take place. Curraghmore is one of the great historic homes of the de la Poers (Powers). In the afternoon a picnic lunch in the grounds of Curraghmore will include a local food / produce showcase event with a talk by local historian, Julian Walton. Dinner will be in Waterford City with an evening concert in Christchurch Cathedral involving local musicians and storytelling from a seanchai. Tuesday the final day, there will be a tour of Waterford Crystal Showrooms and factory,

while the afternoon is reserved for lunch, shopping and browsing. Guided tours of both Reginald’s Tower and the new Medieval Museum will alternate. Later in the afternoon

a special 1916 commemorative event is organised in honour of the Clan.The final event will be held in a local hotel with food, music and entertainment to close the festival.

For further information contact: Conan Power – 087-2157234; Patrick Power at 086-2638080 or Michael Power at 085-2087358.

One of the most famous members of the Power Clan, Dave Powers, friend and advisor to President John F. Kennedy leaving St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Washington DC.

‘The Crystal’ is coming! THERE is no denying that Dungarvan, always strong in stage matters reaches new heights regularly with the passage of time. Production after production, drama after musical have increased our town’s entertain-

ment status around the country and is helping significantly to enhance our reputation as a tourist destination. Next week, in the Town Hall Theatre, drama enthusiasts can

experience a play which has won wide acclaim since its premiere in Waterford City five years ago and which has been a major hit at the box office in all its outings since. ‘The Glass’, written by Waterford’s Paul Barry has won over audiences every time it has played and has had three sold-out runs in Waterford City. Described as a hilarious and poignant romp, The Glass tells the story of a motley crew of workers, and their shenanigans inside and indeed outside the hallowed walls of one of the most famous factories in the world, Waterford Crystal. Now, the play comes to Dungarvan, the western outpost of ‘the real Crystal’ where the stories and shenanigans were rife as well, recalled in some quarter of the town daily. Working in ‘The Glass’ has left many of the workers with very pleasant memories of their time there, despite the manner of its eventual close. The play will run from the 14th to 16th July and early indications are that there will not be an empty seat in the house over the

three nights. While the storyline may be about Waterford Crystal, it could as easily be about the Dungarvan plant or indeed any industrial setting where ‘lads’ gather together and get up to all manner of distractions to get them through their otherwise hum-drum day. This play should appeal to a wide audience as Dungarvan Crystal was a thriving and lively workplace for nearly thirty years in the town. Very few families did not have someone among the thousand or so workers at the plant’s peak, or a friend working there or knew someone who worked there. The stories of life in ‘The Glass’ – the real glass factory that is – are legion about incidents on the shop floor, in the stores, or between the different disciplines in blowing, cutting, engraving and other departments. This is the first time the play has been staged outside of Waterford city and comes as a result of people’s encouragement to come to the other town where there was a crystal factory. It will be as popular here as

in Waterford. A very experienced and highly competent cast led by Waterford actor, director, producer, Brian Collins has some of the best city actors as well as our own popular, experienced and talented local actors among them Damien Dixon, Natanya Geoghegan, Kris Cowming, Damien Geoghegan, Hugh O’Donnell and Deirdre Collender. Brian ‘Juckey’ Collins is no stranger to Dungarvan having run the Junior Musical Stage School in the town for the last nine years. In that time he has put hundreds of local children through their stage paces, all of whose parents will be familiar with Brian’s work and talents. It will be his first time acting in Dungarvan and his performance as Lar Power in the lead role calls on all the emotions through the course of the play. With its local resonance, this is a production which is already selling fast, so an early visit to Joe Kelly Pharmacy on the Causeway to get your seats would be wise.

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Friday, 8th July, 2016

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Liam Cheasty presents the winners plaque to Mark Dalton, Cois Bhride, at the Larry Quinn U-13 Hurling Skills County Final held in St. Molleran’s. [Maurice Hennebry]

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Micheál Power to represent Ireland at European Youths A HUGE congratulations to Micheál Power on his selection to represent Ireland at the European youths to be held in Tbilisi Georgia on 14th-17th July. A very dedicated young athlete Micheál will run in the 3,000 metres, we wish him well on this the first of many acco-

lades which will follow for him in the years ahead. Micheal ran a personal best of 4.06.59 over 1,500 metres at last Tuesday's Cork City sports while team mate Sean Curran was also in great form when he ran 4.03.48 in the same race. Well done to both lads.

Melleray 5 Mile Fun Run/Walk in aid of Cancer THE Melleray Community Group as part of their silage event weekend July 15th and 16th are holding a 5 mile fun run/walk with all proceeds being donated to Sert and New palliative care unit in Waterford. Run /walk starts at

7.30 p.m. with registration from 6.30 at the Melleray Community Hall. There will be prizes for men's and women's categories. All are welcome to come along and support 2 very worthy causes.

Conna 5K ST. Catherine's AC are holding their annual 5k road race and walk on Friday, 29th July at 8.00 pm, entry is €8 with registration at the Community Hall in Conna. There are a host of the usual prizes on offer plus plenty of spots and a great cuppa after.

Running Quote AT first, I liked running because it got me into a routine and gave me a chance to think. Eventually, I realised this is my therapy, my time to make sense out of life.

Sinead Moore winner of the over 40 category is presented with her prize by Liam Morrissey at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

Liam Morrissey presents the prize for 2nd lady overall to Niamh O'Donovan at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

Libby McGinn Murphy is presented with her prize for 1st lady over 50 by Liam Morrisssey at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

Marathon Training has commenced THE day has finally arrived. Marathon Training has started. We now have 2 groups training alongside one another on a Tuesday evening. One group whose target is the Dublin Marathon and a second group who are focused on the Summer series of races. For both groups we offer a coached session on a Tuesday evening, weekly training plans and online support via our dedicated club Facebook groups. This is only available to those who attend training regularly and are club members. There are huge advantages to training with a club: 1. Athletics clubs offer coaching and camaraderie and can help you reach your training goals 2. Training with a group of like minded individuals makes training easier and more enjoyable 3. If you run with a group and follow the club training plan you will become a better runner 4. Consistent training with the club will

bring the rewards of improved performances 5. It will improve your social life as well as your running life If you cannot commit to training every Tuesday night we have introduced a new option for marathon training this year. Club members can now avail of the 17 week marathon plan and have access to a coach, online support and club workouts for a reduced fee of €50. Our weekly marathon schedule kicks off this weekend so now is the time to bite the bullet on this one. Club training is open to all club members and costs a nominal €3 per week. You can come along and join us at any stage or drop in any Tuesday to try a session. If you are not currently a member of West Waterford AC you are more than welcome to come and try two sessions before committing to membership. Membership forms are available to download of the club website www.westwaterfordathletics.org or are available at

training or any club event. CROSS COUNTRY 2016 As part of our club training for 2016 we are planning on setting up club cross country teams and specific training. The goal race will be the National Novice in early December with the County and Munster championships used as build up races. The distances raced for Novice women are 4k and for Men 6k. We can have up to 10 on a team with the first 4 to score. If the demand is there we can also add in Masters teams O35/O50. Cross country running is one of the few opportunities that runners have to compete on an individual and team basis. Specific cross country training will commence this month. If you would like to be part of our Cross Country training programme for 2016 please contact the Club Cross Country Co-ordinator Ray Hahesy on (087) 233 7969 or Irene Clark on (086) 8242348.

10th Annual Auto Power Rathgormack 30 youths off to European Championships 5 mile this Friday West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

A GROUP of almost thirty young athletes from Ireland will head to Tbilisi Georgia for the European Youth Championships among them will be West Waterford’s Micheal Power. Micheal will compete in the 3,000m. The events will be held from the 14th-17th July. The team will fly out to Tbilisi on Sunday July 10th. All in West Waterford wish Micheal the very best of luck in his first European competition SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION TO CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS The final events of the club championships were held on Wednesday last when we had long jump for boys and turbo javelin for girls. Over eighty athletes aged 8 to 14 took part over the three weeks and we will have the presentation of prizes on Wednesday next. Best of the girls was Sarah Gaffney who had three wins and finished with 6pts while in the boys Eoin Lattimore also had three wins and finished with 5 pts Under 9 Boys: 1st Sam Blake 10 pts 2nd Elliot Henley 14 pts 3rd Oisin Navin 15 pts 3rd Daniel Gould 15 pts Under 10 Boys: 1st David Gaffney 6 pts

2nd Aaron Ronayne 11 pts 2nd Eoin Power 11 pts 4th Jamie Coonan 13 pts Under 13 Boys: 1st Tommy Fennell 7 pts 2nd Rory Fennell 9 pts 3rd Con Willans 11 pts 4th Conor Fennell 19 pts Girls under 9: 1st Sarah Gaffney 5 pts 2nd Katie Fennell 10 pts 3rd Aoife O’Donovan 15 pts 4th Siuin Kiely 18 pts Girls under 10 & 11: 1st Maebh Kiely 8 pts 2nd Alanna Willans 10 pts 3rd Grainne Moore 15 pts 4th Aisling O’Donovan 18 pts 4th Doireann Hickey 18 pts Best under 10 Eabha Hickey Girls under 12: 1st Angelina Chizhikova 7 pts 2nd Ally Cunningham 14 pts 3rd Hannah Mc Carthy 4th Caoimhe Prendergast 19

THE 10th Auto Power Rathgormack 5 Mile Road Race and Sponsored Walk will take place this coming Friday, 8th July starting near the Hiking Centre in Rathgormack, Co. Waterford. The run will start at 7:30 p.m. sharp and is Race 4 of the Outfield Sports Three Counties Challenge Summer Series being organised by

Carrick-on-Suir AC. To celebrate the 10th year of this event there is a 5 mile sponsored walk which will start at 7 p.m. Entry to the walk is free but we are asking all participants to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society by either donating on the night, on-line at https://www.justgiving.com/Rathgormack5?ut

m_source=Sharethis&utm_m edium=fundraisingpage&utm _content=Rathgormack5&ut m_campaign=pfp-email or by filling out a sponsorship card available from Johnny Brunnock at 086-8483210. For runners this is an ideal route for those starting their training programme for the Dublin City Marathon as it is a tough, hilly 5 mile route run

Youghal AC 5K OUR near neighbours Youghal AC are hosting a 5k road race on Thursday July 14th at 8 pm. Entry is €10 with prizes for the 1st 3 male and female plus age category prizes, race HQ Youghal Community Centre.

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Micheál Power who will compete in the European Youths Championships in mid July. 2nd Paddy McCarthy 13 pts 3rd Nicky Fitzpatrick 14 pts 4th Joe Kelly 16 pts Under 11 Boys: 1st Eoghan Lattimore 5 pts 2nd Mark Power 17 pts 2nd Ian Holmes 17 pts 4th Daniel Coonan 18 pts 4th Diarmuid Power 18 pts Under 12 Boys: 1st Ronan Mansfield 9 pts

4th Rhiann Flynn 19pts Girls under 13: 1st Roisin Prunty 7 pts 2nd Lara Prunty 12 pts 3rd Kate Keogh 13 pts 4th Leah Cunningham 17 pts Girls under 14 1st Meghan Keogh 1st Kate Killigrew 3rd Grace Power

Training will continue until the end of July. Anyone interested in competing in the Munster B championships which will be held in Waterford on Saturday, 30th July contact Mary Ashe.

over a very scenic course. There is a slight change to the start and finish from previous years, with a slightly flatter finish than before. Registration for both the run and walk is in Rathgormack Hiking Centre from 6 p.m. Prize giving and refreshments will be served in the Hiking Centre immediately following the race.

Ballynonty 10 mile Pictured are some members of the West Waterford AC marathon 100 walk group who took part in the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Rás Na Rinne last Friday evening as part of their marathon training for the Dublin in October. Dolorous Walsh, Mary Rose Drummy, Clare Joyce, Bernadette Murphy, Jacinta Prendergast, Patricia McGrath, Albert McGrath and Seamus O'Droma.

BALLYNONTY AC are holding their annual 10 mile road race on Sunday, July 31st at 11 a.m. Registration is at the Community Hall and €10 is the race fee.

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22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2016

24th Annual Mooney’s Pub Rás na Rinne WE made our annual trip to An Rinn last Friday evening for race 8 in the 2016 Ger Wyley Sports /Skins summer series the Mooney's pub sponsored Ras Na Rinne 6 mile race. There was a good turnout of 113 runners on the night which was well up on the number who ran in 2015. The weather was showery for the race and it was quite windy as the field headed out to complete the famed An Coinigeár course. The race started at 8.00 and the runners were set on their way by Liam Morrissey, the new proprietor of Mooney's Pub and we wish Liam ever success with his new venture. Local race organisers Seamus O'Droma and Gerry Cantwell, the club’s road racing co-ordinator once again had all race day details in order last Friday evening and the event went off brilliantly. Our thanks to all who helped on the night and to those who looked after the entries and results and finish area Tony, Ray, Sharon, Shirley and Irene great job efficiently done as always. To Liam O’Donnell on van duty. Thanks to our stewards on the course, John Leahy, Conor Norris and Jamie Mills on road management duty. A sincere thank also goes to Comhairle Phobail na Rinne for providing the use of their hall for taking the entries. The race Friday evening was also part of a series of races being organised by Oireachtas na Gaeilge and we thank Majella and all involved with this series for their input into our race here in An Rinne and for providing the T-Shirts for the race also, this was much appreciated by all the runners. To our race sponsors Mooney’s Pub for their generous sponsorship and to Liam Morrissey who was on hand to present the winners with their prizes. Special thanks to those who provided the food for the runners especially to Josie Ui Chuirrin for the beautiful cakes, thanks to the O’Droma family Seamus, Mary Rose

and Darren of An Rinn who presented their family shield to the winner on the night, many thanks to one and all. See you in 2017. BRIAN MURPHY WINS HIS 4th RAS AND HIS 3rd IN A ROW AS HE CLAIMS O'DROMA FAMILY TROPHY Taking his third title in a row at Ras na Rinne last Friday evening and his 4th in total Carrick AC's Brian Murphy was once again unstoppable on the sandy Coinigeár course. Brian has now won the race in 2011, 14, 15, and now 2016. As the race left the start line from the Coláiste it was Brian, Raivis Zakis and Pat Hennessey who was to take an early lead down the steep hill towards the Cunnigar beach section. On reaching Paddy Lannen's Waterford flag at the Cunnigar point, Brian and Raivis had little between them as Pat had dropped off the pace at this stage but he was well clear in 3rd place with Brian Byrne and team mate Kevin Kennelly further back battling it out for 4th place. On the return trip on the town side of the Cunnigar it was the Carrick man who made his move and took total control of the race as he broke away from Raivis who took a slightly different route home to Brian, on leaving the Cunnigar Brain was to increased his lead on the final uphill road mile to claim his 4th and 3rd in succession Ras Na Rinne victory with a time of 30.57 which was half a minute faster than his winning time form 2015 and much faster than his time in 2014 which was 32.31. Raivis Zakis crossed the finish line in 31.42 for 2nd. Brian Byrne put in a mighty return leg from the Cunnigar point and he broke away from Kenneally and was soon to catch Hennessey to take an excellent 3rd place in a time of 32.30. Having won his over 40 age category on this course for 4 years in succession and also a former 3 times winner

1st man over 55 Gerry Cantwell receives his prize from Liam Morrissey sponsor at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

of the Ras itself, St. Joseph AC's Peter Duggan compete on the night not in the over 40m category this year but as an over 45 athlete and guess what his off again claiming his 1st over 45 category win and procession continues. The over 40 winner was Alan Cullen West Waterford AC in a time of 36.08, good consistent running once again by Alan. The winner of the over 50 category also seems to be making this category his very own this year as West Waterford's Martin Hayes won in a time of 36.43, Gerry Cantwell who won the inaugural Rás way back is still running as well as ever as he claimed yet another over 55 prize with a time of 39.40. and young Shane O'Riordan won the Junior men's prize with a time of 36.50. Men’s Prize Winners 1st Brian Murphy, Carrick AC 30:57; 2nd Raivis Zakis, West Waterford AC 31:42; 3rd Brian Byrne, West Waterford AC 32:30; O/40 Alan Cullen, West Waterford AC 36:08; O/45 Peter Duggan, St Josephs AC 36:14 O/50 Martin Hayes, WWAC 36:43 O/55 Gerry Cantwell, WWAC 39:40 JM Shane O’Riordan, WWAC 36:50

MARY MOLLOY TAKES TOP SPOT THIS YEAR Making it a Carrick AC double on the night the ladies race went to Mary Molloy in a time of 40.30, with team mate Brain Murphy taking the men's prize. Mary was the clearest of winners on the night with over two and a half minutes separating her and the rest of the field. Mary who recently won the Clashmore 5 and has been placed in nearly all the summer series races to date this year and is quickly looking like she may well be a real contender to lift the Slateways Perpetual trophy in August. The trophy will be presented to the ladies winner of the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins summer series for 2016. Mary was just a few seconds slower that her time

of last year at the Ras when she finished 3rd on that occasion. Niamh O'Donovan a prolific ladies cyclist of note turned her hand to running last Friday evening and she proved to be just as good a runner as she is a cyclist when she came home in 2nd place with a time of 42.52, Diane Chizhikova was 3rd in 43.30. Diana is no stranger to the winners rostrum of late and is always in contention when the prizes are being handed out. The ladies over 35 category was won by Catriona Lee in 45.40. The over 40 category went to local An Rinn lady Sinead Moore in a time of 48.57. Andrea Gaffney won the over 45 category with a time of 50.48. Libby McGinn Murphy won the over 50 category with a good time of 43.57 which was a few seconds faster than her time of last year when she took the over 45 section. Women’s Prize Winners

O Droma Family shield is presented to the winner for 2016 Brian Murphy by Seamus O Droma. Included are Mary Rose Drummy, Liam Morrissey (race sponsor), Darren O Droma and ladies race winner Mary Molloy at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Rás Na Rinne last Friday evening.

22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2016

21st Annual Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5 THE 21st Annual Doocey’s Bar sponsored Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race which is race 9 of the summer series will be held on Friday, July 22nd at 7.30 p.m. This race attracts a great crowd as the race offers plenty of variety as part of the race takes in the wooded area

along the Nire Road. The entries will be taken at the local Community Hall where showers and changing will also be available. The entry fee is the usual €5 pre entry and if you wait till race night it will cost you €8. Prizes in the usual categories.

1st Mary Molloy, Carrick-onSuir 40:30 2nd Niamh O’Donovan, WWAC 42:52 3rd Diana Chizikova, WWAC 43:30 O/35 Catriona Lee N/A 45:40 O/40 Sinead Moore, WWAC 48:57 O/45 Andrea Gaffney, WWAC 50:48 O/50 Libby McGinn – Murphy, WWAC 43:57

Pictured are Patrick and Malachy Hallahan presenting last week’s winner of the Hallahan's Pharmacy predict your time league Gerry Cummins with his prize. Michelle Cunningham heads for the Cunnigar point at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

Brian Byrne 2nd overall receives his prize from Liam Morrissey sponsor at the 24th Annual Mooney's Pub Ras Na Rinne last Friday evening.

Hallahan’s Pharmacy Fit4Life Predict Your Time League

Gerry Cummins wins week 2 WEEK 2 of Hallahans Pharmacy predict your time league was a wet and miserable evening. However, it did not dampen the spirits of the 33 athletes who attempted to predict their exact time it would take to complete their run!! There was just three athletes faster than their predicted time and 30 finishing on the slower side of the clock. Catriona Kiely was just 3 seconds too fast, Patrick Hallahan our sponsor was 20 seconds and week 1 winner Margaret Whelan was 50 seconds faster than she predicted this week. Week 2 winner and 7 seconds on the right side of the clock for week 2 was Gerry Cummins. Well done Gerry. Ted O’Leary, Ray Hahesy and Gerry O’Connor were the nearest contenders behind Gerry and were just 15, 16

and 18 seconds respectively too slow. Thanks to Shirley and Ray for operating the finish line and a big thanks to the Hallahan's Pharmacy for their sponsorship of this league. It was great to see Patrick out running the league last week and both he and son Malachy presented this week’s prize to Gerry. The Hallahan's Pharmacy Fit4Life Predict Your Time Running League is certainly gaining momentum with great crowds turning up which is really encouraging to see. It’s great fun and the element of having to run as close as possible to your predicted time without being faster makes the league really interesting and entertaining. The league continues each Thursday evening at 7 pm at St. Augustine's college the vast majority of runners

and even though you may not consider yourself as a runner, if you come along to the Friary and make a start you will be a runner in no time at all. Don’t put it off anymore, just come along to the Friary any night that you can and see for yourself what it’s all about. There is a vast range of runners out there; there is the beginner runner as well as the seasoned runner that will provide plenty of support and advice so we hope to see as many new faces. The league begins at 7 p.m. every night so come along at about 6.50 p.m. in order to get registered. The weekly fee is €2 each night and everyone is welcome on any night that they can make it. It doesn’t matter if you can’t run every night; just do your best to come whenever you can. See you out there!

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ANOTHER hectic week at the club with many visitors and members taking to the course. Our Open Fortnight is in full swing and with the course in fabulous condition, there is an ideal opportunity to invite a friend along to witness the Dungarvan experience. With a choice of competitions there is something for everyone during the open fortnight. Last Monday there were 3 visitors in the prizes with the honours going to regular visitor John Cronin from Youghal. John shot a brilliant 43 points to win by one from Tom Long of the Gold Coast. Tuesday started damp but conditions improved for our Ladies Into Golf programme. This programme has been an outstanding success with almost 80 ladies taking their first steps in their golfing careers. It was back to social golf on Wednesday with our Sixty.com and Youngones. Jack Elstead took the honours in the Sixty.com with Linda Hogan doing the business in the Youngones. Due to the open Fortnight, there will be a two week break. Thursday saw our Spar Open Qualifier, and the popular doctor Charlie Daly secure his place in the final returning 39 pts. Friday saw our traditional start to the Open Fortnight with the return of the 3 Person Scramble kindly sponsored as always by Liam Hansbury Atec Fire and Security. With a great score of 583/4 the honours went to three lads from Kilkenny. There are not just good at hurling! Saturday, we held an Open Singles kindly sponsored by Tom Daly Catering. Brian Morrissey and Frances Millerick led the way with fine scores of 40 and 43 points

respectively. Pat Hickey from Helvic Seafoods was our generous sponsor on Sunday for the Fourball which is always a popular event. Tony O’Sullivan and Anthony “Teabags” Lyons took first place with 48 pts. In other news, our Junior Cup team were in action at the weekend. The team of David Buckley, Sean Whelan Barrett, Alan O’Donnell, Danny Raher and Michael Buckley faced a difficult task against Waterford Castle. After 10 holes it was in the melting pot. We were up in two, down in two and all square. However it went against us over the next few holes and we lost the top two matches on 16. Alan O’Donnell was playing superb golf and duly holed from 20 feet on 18 to register a win and give us hope. Danny Raher recorded another win to leave it in the balance but unfortunately Michael succumbed in the final game. On behalf of the Club we would like to thank our players, caddies, managers and supporters for their efforts. Next weekend, it is the time of our Barton Shield team as they head to Dundrum. We have a very strong team of Alan Thomas, Peter Mullaney, John Reynolds, Kevin Stack, Jack and Gabriel Leacy and I know the boys are keen to make up for the disappointment of the Senior Cup. Finally, on a sad note we offer our sincerest condolences to the family of esteemed former member Mary Keane. Mary served as Lady Captain in 1950 and will be sadly missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dilis. OPEN FORTNIGHT 1st JULY TO 17th JULY Mon. 4 Jul a.m. Open

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MEN’S RESULTS Saturday, 2nd Sunday, 3rd July 18 Holes Singles Stableford M. J. O’Brien Memorial Trophy Sponsored by: Austin and Ian O’Brien, Tallow Result 1st – Patsy O’Donoghue (11) 43 pts; 2nd – Larry Kiely (23) 41 pts L9; Gross – Brendan Hannon (8) 32 pts; 3rd – Patrick Curley (17) 41 pts. C.S.S. Sat 37 pts Sun 36 pts Tuesday Bacon 21st June winners

1st Willie Henry, Ted O’Leary, Dermot O’Leary 41 pts. Thursday over 60’s winners 1st Betty Daly, Anna Murphy, Denis Galvin 21.6 Friday Mixed- Results can be seen in Ladies Notes FIXTURES Saturday, 9th Sunday, 10th July 18 holes Singles S/Ford Friday 15th Saturday 16th Sunday 17th. Gents Captain’s Prize (Jack Aherne) 18 hls Singles Stroke Qualifying rounds on

Junior Golf (John Lynch) Entry: €5 Mon. 4 July p.m. Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday, Entry €10 Tues. 5 July Open Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Tannery), Entry €15 Wed. 6 July Open Gents Singles (Member sponsored) Entry €15 Thurs. 7 July Open Gents Singles S/F (Arachas), Entry €15 Fri. 8 Juy Open 3 Person Rumble (Gleesons), Entry €15 Sat. 9 July Open Gents S/F (Mahon Bridge Motors ) Open Ladies Singles S/F (Dan McCarthy), Entry €20 Sun. 10 July Open Champagne Scramble (Any combination) Ann Power, Entry €20 Mon. 11 July a.m Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday, Entry €10. Mon. 11 July p.m.Open Mixed Foursomes (Moore Financial) Entry €15 Tues. 12 July Open Ladies 3 Person Champagne Scramble (Rich Rags), Entry €15 Wed. 13 July Open Gents Singles S/F (Deise Golf World, Graham Nagle), Entry €15 Thurs. 14 July Open Gents Singles S/F (Dungarvan Nissan), Entry €15 Fri. 15 July Open Gents Singles S/F (Thomas Coffey&Son), Entry €15 Sat. 16 July Open 2 Person Rumble (GlaxoSmithkline), Entry €20 Sun. 17 July Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy (Waterford Crystal), Entry €20 GENTS RESULTS Mon. 27th Open Seniors: 1st John Cronin (Youghal) (16) 43 pts, 2 Tom Long (Gold Coast) (11) 42 pts, 3 William Ramsell (16) 40 pts, Best Lady Kathleen Shanley (Slievenamon) (18) 38pt. Thurs. 30th SPAR Open Singles: 1 C. Daly (25) 39 pts, 2 Sean Whelan Barrett (7) 38 pts, Gross Barry Hamilton (5) 33 pts, 3 Sean Power (20) 38 pts. 1st July Open 3 Person Scramble Atec Fire and Security: 1 Pat Butler (6) P

Donnelly (12) F. Byrne (16) Kilkenny 583⁄4. 2 Fran Fitzpatrick (32) Bryan Meade (11), C. Murphy East Cork 591⁄4. 3 Kevin Stack (+1) Peter Mullanney Scr, John Reynolds Scr 611⁄8. Sat. 2nd Open Singles Tom Daly Catering: 1 Brian Morrissey (8) 40 pts, 2 Olan Barrett (Fermoy) (4) 38 pts, Gross Peter Mullaney (Scr) 38 pts, 3 Pat Stack (12) 38 pts, 4 M. Bolger (W. Castle) (6) 37pts. Sun. 3rd Helvic Seafood Open Fourball: 1st Tony O’Sullivan (13) A. Lyons (12) 48 pts, 2 John Clancy (20) T. Whelan (17) 48 pts, 3 Dermot Nugent (9) M. Curran (17) 46t ps. LADIES RESULTS Sat. 2nd July Tom Daly Catering Singles: 1 Frances Millerick (32) 43 pts, 2 Marie Fives (21) 41 pts, 3 Breda McCarthy (6) 39. DRIVE FOR DOUGH FUNDRAISER & FAMILY DAY This popular fundraiser is underway. All members who have received a card are earnestly requested to enthusiastically support this fundraising event, and your efforts to sell booklets are greatly appreciated. The Clubs “Drive for Dough” will take place on Sat. 6th August. Booklets containing 20 squares at €5 each are being sold for this unique draw. The squares will be 2ft X 2ft and on the day of the draw 10 golf balls will be hit from a designated tee onto a fairway which will be transformed into a huge grid of 2ft X 2ft squares. These squares will be randomly numbered and the prizes will be allocated to each square in which a ball rests. The ten prizes will range from first prize of €2,500 for the first ball hit, €1,000 for the 2nd prize and second ball, €500 for the 3rd prize and third ball, €250 for 4th and 5th prizes, and €100 for 6th to 10th prizes. All members are being contacted by a member of the committee for their support in order to sell a booklet each. Your support is much appreciated. YOUNGONES Results 29th June winner Linda Hogan (33) 19 pts. No

Friday and Saturday. Those who qualify playing 18 hls on Sunday, Stroke Competition Time sheet is in the Gent’s Cloakroom July 5th Tuesday Bacon Tee time 5.45. Ring ahead if you are going to be late and we will wait for you. Friday, 8th July Mixed competition teeing off at 6.30. All welcome STORY OF THE WEEK After his recent success in our Scratch Cup, Patsy strikes again with an excellent 43 pts playing the front 9 in 18 points he then played the back 9 in style one under par 25 pts! Some shooting having birdies on the 4th, 13th and 18th, to win the highly prized M. J. O’Brien Memorial Trophy. Second another man in great form was Larry Kiely with an early Saturday morning 41 pts with 20 pts on the back nine winning on a countback from the top Tallow

player in the club Patrick Curley. Ballyduff’s Brendan Hannon won the gross with 32 pts with birdies on the 3rd and Rothwells. CAPTAIN'S PRIZE One of the club's major competitions is being held on the weekend of the 15th. Jack is a great patron of the club and a fantastic Captain. We need everyone to be out playing and showing their support for both Jack and the club. A reminder also that this is a GOY competition. Not only will it be a super weekend of golf, there are rumours of a heat wave coming so we might as well enjoy some sunshine while we play some excellent golf!! Senior Golf over 60 (Na seilici) will continue on Thursday the 9th June at 10.30 am. Absolutely nothing serious here but golf, stories, craic and barn brack. LISMORE LADIES After the heady heights of

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Des Power, presenting The Paul I. Power Cup to Tom Quinlan, winner. Also included is Liam Carroll, President and Jim Kiersey, Captain. [Pat Crowley] Yougones for next two weeks due to Open Fortnight. SIXTY.COM Next competition 20th July 2 p.m. Results 29th June: 1st Jack Elstead (19) 19 pts, Best Man Mossie Walsh (9) 18 pts (B6) SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town), Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or assistance. PROSHOP NEWS In Pro Shop news, our resident PGA Professional David is reporting a steady season. This week David is hosting a Ping Demo Day on Thursday

from 2 to 6 p.m. Next week, Callaway are in town on Tuesday 12th July followed by Cobra on Thursday, 28th July. The Ping demo day is full for custom fit appointments but if you would just like to try the latest offerings from Ping we can accommodate you on the day. Appointments are now being taken for the Callaway and Cobra days. You can make your appointment by phoning the Pro Shop. David continues to offer a fantastic service to members and visitors alike. Aside from a busy retail outlet, Dungarvan Pro Shop and service agents for Glider and Powakaddy electric trollies, as well as offering free custom fitting on brands including Ping, Callaway, Mizuno and Wilson. With the best prices in town, you wont beat Dungarvan Pro Shop on value and professional advice. You can follow the Pro Shop activities and special offers and more on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. JUNIOR NEWS In Junior news we held our first major of the Summer Season last week with the Bob Troy sponsored Knocknagranagh Shield. Darragh Moynihan led the way with a brilliant 47 points with Mattie Mullaney securing the Pre Junior 9 Holes with 29 points. Caoimhe Reynolds took the honours in the girls competition. This week we host the Pennant

Cup kindly sponsored by John Lynch Fruit and Veg Trader. All our junior events are open so bring a friend, cousin, brother or sister down to play. See below also for details on upcoming Junior Girls Golf Taster Sessions. Tuition for our beginners and PreJuniors continues next Saturday at 3 pm. Thanks to Niamh for looking after the kids last week. We are attracting great crowds every week and it’s wonderful to see young golfers taking their first steps into golf. Tuition is open to non-members at a cost of €2 so come along. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to our Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. You can follow our junior activities on Facebook. JUNIOR GIRLS GOLF TASTER SESSIONS Taking place every Wednesday in July and August, Venue Dungarvan Golf Club Start Time: 11 am – 12 noon Cost: €20 for 4 sessions Equipment provided Sample chipping, putting and long game Fun friendly environment Why not give it a try! Enjoy some exercise, fresh air and socialising with your friends! Girls aged 8 – 7 are welcome to attend! To book a place contact Irene: 058 41605.

Captain’s Prize our ladies took it easy this week with many on holidays and others practicing for the challenge cup they opted for the 9 hole ongoing as their weekly comp. This livened up the monthly comp. with 1st and 2nd place being decided on the Wednesday. Sheila Denn had the better 20 over Challenge cup team member Alice Henley, they were closely followed by in form Helen Leddy on 19. Hard luck and well done to the Challenge Cup Team who were defeated by Dundrum in Clonmel Golf Club on Sunday. Our ladies pushed the Co. Tipperary Golf club all the way and were not far away from earning their place in the semi-final. These ladies have delighted us with their exploits for their last few outings and we are very proud of their efforts and endeavors on behalf of the club. We con-

gratulate Dundrum on their victory and wish them luck in the semifinal. Thanks to all the panel and their all important caddies and especially their manager Katherine Moynihan who as usual worked incredibly hard to ensure her team had the best opportunity and was well prepared on every occasion. 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. Junior golf is on Thursday evenings at 7 pm please contact either Laoise Ní Chonchubhair or Seán Daly. Our Adult beginners golf continues on Monday's from 6.30 pm onwards the contacts are Mary Ahern or Chrissie Denn. Please come along for these taster sessions to see

how you might enjoy the game - equipment can be provided. Our mixed competition goes ahead (weather permitting) on Fridays at 6.30 pm loads of craic to be had, ring ahead if running late and your name can be added to the draw. RESULTS: 1st Sheila Denn (22) 20 pts; 2nd Alice Henley (30) 20 pts; 3rd Helen Leddy (36) 19 pts. FIXTURES: Sunday, 3rd & Wednesday, 6th July - 18 Holes Stroke, Medal, GOY, Sponsored by Halcrow Engineering. 1st – 31st July 12 hole Stableford Ongoing, re-entry Sunday, 10th & Wednesday, 13th July 18 holes Stableford. Kindly Sponsored by Kelplex, Tallow Please note - There will be a Presentation of Prizes on Wednesday, 13th.

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West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS CLUB COMPETITION SATURDAY 2nd/ SUNDAY, 3rd JULY 18 HOLE STABLEFORD 1st: Darragh Herlihy (3) 39 pts, 2nd: Sergei Quinn (9) 36 pts b6, Gross: Mike Drohan (6) 30 pts b9, 3rd: Brian Shanahan (7) 36 pts b9. CSS: Sat 35 pts, Sun 36 pts. TUESDAY TREATS – TUESDAY 28th JUNE 9 HOLE COMPETITION Cat. 1 – 1st: Peter Deady (21) 17 pts. Cat. 2 – 1st: Liam O’Brien (9) 22 pts, 2nd: Noel Conway (17) 20 pts. Cat. 3 – 1st: Thomas Kiely (14) 18 pts, 2nd: Pat Caffrey (18) 18 pts. Nearest to Pin on 4th: Pat Caffrey. Nearest to Pin on 9th: Eoin Conway. AL EILE OPEN GENTS QUALIFIER – WEDNESDAY, 29th JUNE 1st: John Fleming (12) 40 pts, 2nd: Michael Byrne (25) 39 pts, Gross: Luke Cummins (1) 38 Gross. CSS 36pts. USA V CONWAYS SCRAMBLE – THURSDAY, 30th JUNE 1st: Eoin Conway, Rich Carty & Christine Carty 46, 2nd: Justin Spratt, Ken Carty & Janine Smith 52, 3rd: John Joyce, Ryan McEvoy & Maureen Carty 52, 4th: Thomas Conway, Christy & Julie 53.

FIXTURES Tuesday, 5th July – 9 Hole Open Competition Tuesday Treats. Wednesday, 6th July – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 Hole Stableford. Friday, 8th July – Scramble, shotgun start at 7 pm Sat., July 9th/Sun., July 10th – Club Competition 18 Hole Stableford. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY July 14th, 15th, 16th – Killeagh GAA Golf Classic at West Waterford. Friday, July 22nd to Monday, August 1st – Open Week at West Waterford GC. AIG JUNIOR CUP West Waterford were beaten by Youghal in the first round at Faithlegg on Saturday. Thanks to manager Sean Wade and his panel for their efforts. BARTON SHIELD West Waterford take on Faithlegg on Saturday, 9th July in Co. Tipperary GC in the Barton Shield. BELVEDERE TROPHY Our Belvedere team had a 4 - 1 victory over Lismore on Tuesday evening, 28th June, in the second leg of the tie played at West Waterford. This gave Edward Hickey’s team an overall 6-4 victory and a place in the

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FRIDAY EVENING SCRAMBLES: Scrambles for beginners and regulars will start on Friday, 24th June, kicking off at 6 p.m. It is open to all members, male and female, and their friends and the entry fee is €3. Prizes will be presented in the Gold Coast afterwards. NEW WEEKLY 9 HOLE COMPETITION Starting this week there will be a weekly 9 hole competition starting om Monday and finishing on Sundays. The nine holes involved are the 1st five and the last four. Players can play this competition in conjunction with other competitions. TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL Wednesday, 20th July is the date scheduled for this very popular competition. This has become a hallmark day in the Gold Coast and highlights the significance of the contribution which Tony made to the Gold Coast. This year, as always, there will be a new twist to the competition as extra holes will be added for the second 18 holes and players can earn double points by going for the new holes. Players must declare beforehand if they want to take this option. The competition is over two rounds with two scores to count on all holes. Burgers and sausages will be available on the 10th hole and tea/coffee and sandwiches will be served after the 18th hole. Following the golf there will be

a three course meal in the Gold Coast with presentation of prizes directly afterwards. The cost per player is €30 and from that there will be a contribution to charity. Please let Bob or Mark know as soon as possible if you intend to participate. The event is limited to 18 teams. GOLD COAST CUP Here again we are down to the quarter-finals with the following players involved: Frank Waters v Austin Kiely, John White v Michael Kavanagh, Conor Clancy v Kieran Cullinan and Brian O’Connor v Dean Golds. All matches to be completed by 7th July. MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES The draw for this competition is as follows: Jimmy O’Dwyer & Johnny Ryan v Michael Lenihan & Rafael Alvarez, winners v John Flynn & Seanie Lenihan. Tony Sheehan & Stephen Greene v Micheal White & Des O’Brien, winners v Declan Kiely & John W Walsh. Kieran Cullinan & Frank Waters v Austin Kiely & Tom Reynolds, winners v John White & Bob O’Brien. Tom White & Michael Whelan v Ger Bagge & Johnny Hughes, winners v Austin Kiely Jnr & Paddy Walsh All 1st round matches must be completed by 21st July. WILLIE BARRON FOURBALL MATCH-PLAY The draw for this tournament resulted in the following

semi finals against Waterford GC. The first leg is provisionally fixed for West Waterford on Saturday, 9th July. We will be hoping for a big victory on home soil as we head for the city venue the following week. Well done so far and best of luck to Edward and the boys as they continue to defend their County title. GUI MICK CASHMAN INTER CLUB FOURBALL Pat Lander’s team made it a West Waterford double when they defeated Youghal in the second round on Wednesday evening. While we were having our hands full at the home venue, losing the first match our second pair were faring much better and were dormie 2 at the 16th when we got the news that our three pairs in Youghal had all won their matches. This gave us a victory of 3.5 to 1.5, to see us safely into the next round. Once again well done to all and it’s nice to see two teams progressing in the respective competitions. CLUB FOURBALL Due to the success of our various inter club teams we have decided to extend the deadline for round one of our club fourball for one more week. The new deadline is Sunday, 10th July and once again we request all pairs to make an extra effort to comply with this deadline. MEN’S CLUB FOURSOMES We could do with a few more pairs for this event so please put your names on the entry sheet provided. MENS CLUB SINGLES Entry sheet for the Club Singles is now on the notice board. Please sign up now.

CHALLENGE TROPHY Cappoquin man Keith Landers takes a commanding lead in the Summer Challenge on 49 pts for two rounds. Dinger Kenneally representing The Local Bar moves into 2nd position on 25 pts. 5 pts back is Kenny sponsored by The Flynn Group on 20 pts. Summer Challenge 13 Hole Best Two Cards Over Months Of June/July. WELL DONE TO THE LADIES What a week it’s been for the ladies club at West Waterford Golf Club. A week of scrambles, parties and fun events culminated in a memorable presentation event on Saturday night. Congratulations to June Whyte who claimed the Lady Captain’s Prize for the second time and hats off to Lady Captain Jean Conway who left no stone unturned in creating a wonderful week’s entertainment at the club. We hope your American cousins enjoyed the West Waterford Welcome and we look forward to their next visit. 100th BIRTHDAY WISHES All at West Waterford would like to join in wishing Fr. Don Fitzgerald a belated happy 100th birthday. Fr. Fitzgerald has been a regular visitor to the club since its foundation. OUR WEBSITE Just a reminder that our website carries all the information for the club. News, results and upcoming events are there for you to check out. Billy O’Sullivan continues to do a professional job on the site and is always available to update as required. Visit the site and see for yourself what’s happening at West Waterford.

LADIES LADY CAPTAIN'S PRIZE Lady Captain Jean hosted her Captain Prize on Friday 1st and Saturday, 2nd July. On Wednesday, 29th June, to get everyone some extra practices for the big event, we had a fun scramble, American style, with extra shots given to every player, and a few liquid ones as well!!! It go without saying, the large turnout of members and visitors had a fun time and interesting game, full of lots of laughter. Afterwards we all enjoyed some lovely food in the clubhouse, before the traditional draw for partners. On Friday and Saturday, the ladies played some wonderful golf in some challenging conditions. Lady Captain Jean treated us to some wonderful American home baked treats with Bailey's shot on Friday, and Presecco, Irish coffee with strawberries with cream Saturday after 9 hole, thoroughly enjoyed by all. After the golf was completed, the ladies put on their finery and returned to the clubhouse beautifully decorated in Irish and USA colours to enjoy a tasty buffet by Bridget and staff. Vice Captain Mary introduced the Lady Captain and welcomed all Jean's family, some who had travelled especially from the USA for the event. After the Lady Captain’s speech and the presentation of prizes, with June Whyte being a worthy winner, the celebrations continued into the night. Congratulations to Lady Captain Jean on a wonderful event and on all her beautiful prizes. Well done to all winners.

matches: Declan Kiely & David Mulvihill v Jimmy O'Dwyer & Mick Cronin, winners v John White & Frank Waters Brian Fahey & Austin Kiely Jnr v Lar Whelan & Des O'Brien, winners v Kieran Cullinan & Liam Clancy Seanie Lenihan & Paddy Walsh v Brian O'Connor & Bob O'Brien, winners v Tony Sheehan & Johnny Ryan Tommy Long & Michael Whelan v Michael Lenihan & Tom Reynolds, winners v Austin Kiely & Nicky Dee. All first round matches must be completed by 23rd July. JUNIOR CUP AT FAITHLEGG Gold Coast overcome Faithlegg in dramatic fashion after a great tussle on Saturday morning in Faithlegg. With the score standing at two all it was all down to the last match. Michael played the shot of the day to get up and down to save par only to see his opponent sink a 20 foot + putt to half the hole. However, Gold Coast won the 19th to advance to the next round against Waterford Castle on Sunday morning. The team on Saturday included Ger Bagge, John Hallinan, Pat Power, Michael Lenihan and Michael Kavanagh. Sunday morning’s game against Waterford Castle proved every bit as difficult as once again extra holes were required to decide the outcome. As a matter of fact two players had to go as far at the twentieth hole and one even further before Gold Coast eventually clinched the winning point. Soup and sandwiches in the clubhouse and back out to face Williamstown in the final. Here again things were very tight and again it was two all with one match remaining on the course. This time things didn’t go our way and Williamstown were

victorious on the day. On behalf of the Gold Coast we would like to wish Williamstown all the best for the remainder of this tournament and hopefully they will bring a pennant back to the Deise. Word of thanks to Martin Murray and Jimmy O’Dwyer for looking after this team. Always they did an excellent job in the preparations for this weekend. Thanks also to the players involved in the panel, all the caddies and all who turned up to support the team. MEMBERSHIP FOR €135 Gold Coast is introducing a new type of membership aimed at players between the ages of 20 and 35 years of age. It is a flexible membership and players will be able to get an official GUI/ILGU handicap. The player can play ten rounds of golf with this membership and if they wish they can purchase further rounds. Players can play in competitions after paying the relevant entry fee but cannot win 1st prize in any Golfer of the Year competition. It is designed to get the age group mentioned above to start or come back playing golf. For more information contact Bob or Mark at 058 44055. OVER €4,000 IN PRIZES New Open Competition for Teams of 3 In association with McGuirks Golf. Format: 2 scores to count on all holes Can be played anytime, Sunday to Friday. €50 per Team Prizes each week. Top 2 scores to qualify for final in September. Starting Monday, 16th May Finishing Sunday, 18th September. FIXTURES: Tuesday 5th July: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents. Friday 8th July: Open 18

Holes Stableford. Friday 8th July: Scramble at 6 p.m. Saturday 9th July: Club Competition Sunday 10th July: Monthly Medal, Blue & Stroke. Tuesday 12th July: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents RESULTS: Friday 24th June: Open Singles, CSS 34 pts. 1st: Ger Bagge (6) 34 pts. Friday 24th June: 3 Ball Scramble. 1st: Brian O’Connor, Nicholas Fitzgerald and Breda Conway 32 ½; 2nd: Rafael Alvarez, Eilo Fitzgerald, Helena Fitzgerald and Ruth Hannigan 33 Saturday 25th June: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Paul Ryan (14) 40 pts. Gross: Niall Curran (7) 30 pts. Sunday 26th June: CSS 36 pts. 1st: Conan Watt (7) 39 pts; 2nd: Paddy Walsh (13) 37 pts; Gross: Brian O’Connor (9) 28 pts. LADIES NOTES RESULTS T&C Coaches Open Rumble 1st Rosie Murphy, Lorraine Troy (G/Coast) Michelle Mernin (D/Van) 65 pts; 2nd Esther McGuckian, Ger Hallinan (G/Coast) Phil White (Slievenamon) 65 pts; 3rd Marie Fives, Ann Stack, Colette Power (D/Van) 63 pts. FIXTURES 10 Hole Ongoing Competition 18 Hole 2card Competition sponsored by Bunmahon Sport Horses Sat, 9th July David Hayes 18 Hole GOY Sat, 16th July Solas na Mara 18 Hole S/F Mon, 18th July Keith Fitzgerald Photography Open 3 Per Waltz

Jean Conway, Lady Captain, West Waterford Golf Club presents her Captain's Prize to the winner, June Whyte. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

RESULTS 1. June Whyte (17) 144; 2. Joanne Fox (23) 147; Best Gross: Mary Lou Carrol (18) 159; 3. Rena McDonnell (36) 150 Back 18; 4. Finola Butler (23) 150; 5. Mary Spratt (31) 152. Cat. A – (0-23) Margaret O'Sullivan (23) 152. Cat. B – (24-29) Ben Flynn (29) 153. Cat. C – (30-36) Joan Ronayne (36) 156. Best Friday: Shauna Wall (27) 73. Best Saturday: Noreen Tighe (28) 67. Past Captain: Eithne Ashby (18) 161. Committee Prize: Ciara Donnelly (35) 157. Best Visitor: Mary Morrison. CSS – Friday 71, Saturday 73. Beginner 9 hole: 1. Laura Cliffe; 2. Emma Wall; 3. Nicola Burke. Men's 9 hole: Winner: Martin O'Driscoll 22 points.

Lady Captain's Scramble: 1. Josephine Swayne, Jean O'Donovan and Brid Power; 2. June Whyte, Mary Barron and Emma Wall; 3. Mary Spratt and Cathy McEvoy. Longest drive and closest to pin: Josephine Swayne. June 9 hole: 1. Rena Landers (26) 39 points; 2. Mary Donnelly (20) 38 points – on countback; 3. Eithne Ashby (18) 38 points. Dalton Matchplay: All first 2 matches to be completed by July 10th. FIXTURES Mna Eile Open Qualifier: Thursday, July 7th. July 10th – 18 hole Stableford. July 10th 21st – Eileen Murphy Foursomes (1 Day Qualifier). 9 hole July kindly sponsored by Stella Kinsella.

CLUB MATCHPLAYS Our club matchplays, namely the Ladies Foursomes and the Singles Matchplay kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris will be commencing in July, please add your name to draw sheet in kiosk. OPEN COMPETITIONS Our Open Team Events will take place every month from now until September and will be a mix of Champagne Scrambles, Rumbles and Waltz Competitions, details of which will be posted in these notes. Our next open competition on Mon 18th July is a 3 Person Waltz format which is a favourite with the ladies and is kindly sponsored by Keith Fitzgerald Photography. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends and fellow golfers from our neighbouring clubs to partake in our open events and a list of same is available in the kiosk. LADY CAPTAIN’S OUTING Our outing this year is scheduled for Saturday, 23rd July to Bunclody GC in Wexford with overnight stay at the Millrace Hotel. Package consists of golf plus dinner and B&B for €120 pps, golf only €40 pp, deposit of €60 required for overnight stay and €20 for golf only before Sunday, 3rd July. Please add your name to list in kiosk if you wish to join us for a fun day out!! NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Golf is a very sociable game and a great way of meeting new people, it is the only game that can be played worldwide without a partner as having your name on a time sheet does that for you!! While many of us will never reach international status, we can still represent our club on a national level or just enjoy club competitions and social golf, with this game

there is something for everyone!! BEGINNERS SCRAMBLE There will be a scramble for beginners every Tuesday at 6 pm with presentation of prizes afterwards in the Bunker Bar, entry €2. Our inaugural outing over 9 holes was a great success and enjoyed by all, the beginners showed great enthusiasm and ability and loved the scramble format of no pressure (that’s only for tyres)!! The winning team on the night were Martina Corkery, Serena Roche and Mairead Ryan and the runners up were Breda Conway, Anne Keane and Mary Veale, well done to everyone who played!! Due to inclement weather, last week’s scramble was cancelled, but all will be resumed on Tuesday!! BEGINNERS LESSONS Ladies, if you would like to play a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include golf lessons with Ian Prendergast on Wednesday evenings at 6.15 pm at the practice area. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends along on this night. Names are now being taken, for details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. (058-44055) FRIDAY NIGHT INVITATIONAL SCRAMBLES Our Friday night scrambles are now started, and this is a great way of playing a mixed competition in a totally relaxed and fun format, and getting introduced to the members of the men’s club!! This event is played over 9 holes and the entry is €3, ladies please come along and invite your friends for some Friday night fun!! Registration and draw at 6.15 pm.

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Club Déise fundraiser collects €7,000 A PACKED Local Bar hosted the Club Deise’s Auction and Raffle last Monday evening with the handsome amount of €7,000 being raised by the generous county hurling supporters present.

Kieran O‘Connor interviewing Declan Prendergast at The Club Déise Munster Final Preview Night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

Kieran O’Connor interviewing Derek McGrath at The Club Déise Munster Final Preview Night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

Guest speakers included Tomas Mulcahy from Cork, former players Declan and Seamus Prendergast and current management Derek McGrath and Dan Shanahan.

Frank Butler of The Waterford Supporters’ Club (Dublin) presenting a cheque to Paddy Joe Ryan (Chairman of Waterford County Board) at The Club Déise Munster Preview night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

Kieran O’Connor and Paddy Joe Ryan at Club Déise The Munster Final Preview Night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

Liam Cheasty presented Evan Foley with his 3rd place prize at the Larry Quinn U-13 Hurling Skills [Maurice Hennebry] County Final held in St. Molleran’s.

Paddy Joe Ryan and Kieran O’Connor interviewing Tomás Mulcahy at The Club Déise Munster Final Preview Night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

Kieran O’Connor interviewing Seamus Prendergast and Dan Shanahan at The Club Déise Munster Final Preview Night at The Local Bar Dungarvan. [Karen Dempsey]

St. Mary's Juvenile Club Jersey Presentation. Recently Dave Condon from Happy Days Shop in Kill village made a contribution towards a set of jerseys to our smallest group of players, our U-6/7/8/9’s. Pictured are Dave handing over the jerseys to mentors, parents and players outside his shop. Once again thanks Dave, hopefully they will bring us some good luck.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

GAA

Another tilt at the title for Waterford Hurlers Munster Senior Hurling Final Waterford v

Tipperary Sunday, July 10th at 4 p.m. in the Gaelic Grounds Limerick WATERFORD will play Tipperary in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship Final on Sunday, July 10th at 4 p.m. in the Gaelic Grounds Limerick. Twelve months ago, the same teams crossed swords in Thurles with the home side coming out winners on a 0-21 to 0-16 winning margin. Not a lot has changed in the meantime and both sides will have a familiar look about them when they start at the Gaelic Grounds under referee Brian Gavin. Tipperary haven’t been really tested in their games against Cork and Limerick while Derek McGrath’s charges trilogy against Clare provided better preparation for the Deise side. This should be of benefit to the challengers who are seeking their 10th title compared to Tipperary who have been presented with the Munster Cup on 41 occasions. TIPPERARY ARE FAVOURITES Reigning champions Tipperary will enter Sunday’s final as favourites to retain the Munster Cup. They are that bit more seasoned than the Deise team, importantly including an All-Ireland title win in 2012. When the teams met in the league last March, an attendance of 6,540 attended Semple Stadium to see Waterford edge a win by 1-18 to 1-17. In contrast, there will be a full house in the 50,000 capacity Gaelic Grounds to see a repeat of last year’s final on Sunday. Waterford fared very well for three quarters of last year’s decider before Tipperary

finished strongly to win albeit by a flattering 0-5 margin. The improvement believed to be in the Waterford team will be required for the full seventy minutes as they demonstrated at the death in the third game of the recent ‘Clare Trilogy’. The Premier side is highly rated in defence with goalie Darren Gleeson’s line being capably guarded by such as Cahill, Hamill, Barrett, Heffernan and the two Mahers, Ronan and Paraic with the latter due another of his outstanding displays. At midfield Michael Breen is an All-Star candidate on foot of his performances this year. Seamus Cullinan may be the team’s marquee forward but others such as Brendan Maher, John and Noel McGrath, Niall O’Meara must alo be closely marked. Sent off against Limerick, John ‘Bubbles’ Dwyer will be a definite loss to the champions as he is a regular and plentiful supplier of scores in recent seasons.

WHAT OF WATERFORD? There is no doubt but that the players and team management believe that they can win this final. This is based on their results to date which have instilled this belief in them and they are in this final with a serious chance of dethroning the champions. Stephen O’Keeffe remains unchallenged for the number 1 jersey and it will come as no surprise when the ultra consistent and dependable full line of Shane Fives, Barry Coughlan and Noel Connors will front him. Unfortunately, Darragh Fives is an injury worry as he has really impressed this year. Austin Gleeson may well spend time in the half line in the company of Tadgh De Burca and Philip Mahoney while he is also an option early or late up front. Jamie Barron is a vital cog in the midfield area with team captain Kevin Moran or Darragh Fives his likely partner.

Pictured at Walsh Park Waterford for the presentation of a cheque by Glanbia Consumer Foods to Club Deise are L-R: Kevin Moran (Captain Waterford Senior Hurling Team), Michael Murray (Southern Manager Glanbia Consumer Foods), Conor Butler (Chairman Club Deise and Derek McGrath (Manager Waterford Senior Hurling Team). [Jim O'Sullivan]

The work-rate of Michael Walsh in the half line will again be a huge asset to the team’s winning ambitions while the flare of such as Shane, Bennett, Maurice Shanahan, Patrick Curran and perhaps Colin Dunford will test the Tipperary defence over the course of the game. Tom Devine, Brian O’Halloran and Stephen Bennett may well be sprung from the bench in the second moriety as well as Jake Dillon if he doesn’t start altogether. THE OUTCOME Waterford have improved in the past twelve months and Tipperary will have to have done so in some fashion to counteract the youth, freshness and hunger of the Deise team. If Derek McGrath’s charges can prevent the formidable Premier defensive sector from dominating, work the scoreboard themselves, come out even at midfield and hold their forwards as much as possible, the Munster Cup will be back in the county for the first time since 2010. This could well be a classic Provincial final in the best traditions of Munster hurling and one which all local gaels can’t wait for the ball to be thrown in by referee Brian Gavin. Forecast: Waterford. PATHS TO THE FINAL Quarter-Final: Tipperary 0-22; Cork 0-13 Semi-Finals: Waterford 1-21; Clare 0-17. Tipperary 3-12; Limerick 1-16. MUNSTER FINAL QUOTES ‘’Tipperary Have a Serious Backline’’...... Patrick Curran ‘’We learned a lot about the way we want to play during the League but at the end of the day we have nothing to show for it. We are looking forward now to the Munster Final on Sunday and there is everything to play for and hopefully we will come out on the right side of the result”. Tipperary were very impressive against Limerick with fourteen men, their backs were outstanding and some of their forwards played very well too. They will take

beating on Sunday and we will have to be at our best to beat them.’’ ‘’Waterford Have Strength in Depth’’ ..... Tomas Mulcahy Sunday’s Munster Final provides a great opportunity for Waterford hurling. The team has gained experience and brought along the youth into it. There is great strength in depth in the panel at the moment and the county is in with a good chance on Sunday’’. ‘’One player I really admire is Maurice Shanahan. He is a special player and an ideal target man up front. He gives it everything right up to the final whistle. Tipperary are well served too at the moment by players such as Seamus Callanan and Michael Breen while young John McGrath is coming of age and is one to be watched.’’ The competition in Munster has never been greater, the Provincial final has never been greater and I would urge all Waterford people to go to Limerick in your droves to support the team. ‘’We didn’t attack the games’’.... Derek McGrath ‘’Perhaps last year in the Munster final and the All-Ireland semi-final we didn’t attack those games and were content with the success we had earlier in the year. However, the spirit is equal to last year and we have learned a lot. Our backroom team is very important to us and we learn from them too. Their opinions are listened to.’’ ‘’We have a positive set up, for example, each player is given an individual DVD on his performance in a game as well as a motivational DVD, thanks to Rua (Tomas O Cadhla).’’ ‘’Such big occasions as Sunday’s Munster final are demanding of course. A few of us relax beforehand by going to a local match on the Friday or Saturday and myself a visit to the church with a promise, I will be back Jesus if you can see your way to,’’ light heartedly concluded Waterford’s very dedicated and hard working manager.

Waterford Primary Go Games Hurling Team V Tipperary – Front l to r: Hannah Condon (Whitechurch NS), Ellen De Paor (Scoil Gharbhain), Ciara McCabe (Presentation GNS), Taylor Lombard (Clashmore NS), Aoibhinn Walsh (Kilrossanty NS), Liam O Siothchain (S.N. na Rinne), Rian Walsh (Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside), Darragh McGrath (Mt. Sion BNS), Eoin Walsh (Passage NS) and Conor O'Shea (St. Declan’s BNS). Standing l to r: Aine Power (Holy Cross NS), Sorcha Ni Hioura (Gaelscoil na nDeise), Dara Fitzgerald (St. Mary’s NS Ballygunner), Jean O'Loughlin (Kill NS), Beth Gardner (Glenbeg NS), Marc Mac Garrai (Scoil Gharbhain), Joshua Browne (Kilrossanty NS, Oisin Walsh (Ballymacarbry NS), Oran Hartney (St. Mary’s NS Ballygunner) and Dan Hally (Newtown NS). Missing from Photograph are Ella O'Neill (Butlerstown NS) and Jack Hennessy (Kill NS). [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Sargent Cup/County Senior Hurling League Group 1 Fourmilewater ............ 1-17; Ballyduff ....................... 2-12. Ballyduff ...................... 2-24; Ballygunner ................. 1-19. BALLYDUFF were fully deserving winners of this game played in Ballygunner. Though the Gunners were short a few regulars, they still had a strong team out and this result will boost their confidence before their next Senior championship game. A few days earlier, they also gave Fourmilewater a strong challenge and perhaps the far west club have turned a corner as regards their hurling fortunes this year. Ballyduff are now waiting other results to see if they have earned a spot in the Sargent Cup semi-finals. GROUP 2 Portlaw Pushes Dungarvan at the Paddock Dungarvan ………… 1-17; Portlaw ……………… 1-13. AS in their earlier championship encounter there was little to choose between these two teams at a sundrenched Portlaw venue last Sunday afternoon. Dungarvan led by 0-10 to 0-7 at half-time but they never pulled clear of their hosts who also never looked like outscoring the winners. Goal chances were few and far between, Dungarvan’s came from a penalty at the second attempt by Jamie Nagle after a superb first save by minor Luke Power and Portlaw’s had a look of a square ball about it when sub Jamie

Murphy finished to the net Jamie Murphy 1-2, DJ Foran from a D. J. Foran pass. 0-5, Paul Power 0-3(1f), Brian Foran was the best player Coffey 0-2, Jack Walsh 0-1. on the field over the hour and Dungarvan: Darren if he got a more plentiful supDuggan; Luke Egan Aaron ply of the sliotar, there could Donnolly, John Havens; well have been a different Derek Barry, Kieran Power, result here. Dungarvan had a John Curran; Conor good chance of a first half Sheridan, Mike Kiely; Sean goal but their top scorer Ryan, Colm Curran, Jamie Jamie Nagle decided to take Nagle; Ryan Donnolly, Gavin a point with Gavin Crotty free Crotty, Joe Allen. Subs: Craig inside him while substitute Barry, Darragh Fitzgerald, Dungarvan custodian Craig Aidan Kirwan, Glen Power. Barry made a great save from Portlaw: Luke Power; Portlaw sharpshooter Paul Shane Foran, Darren Power in the second moiety. Rockett, Michael Donnolly; Both defences were on top Chris Mackey, John Hartley, overall while both sets of forGary Morahan; Brian Coffey, wards were guilty of wayJack Walsh; Frank Galvin, ward shooting with a tally of Eoin Galvin, Niall Fitzgerald; fifteen wides each. The Jake Scanlon, DJ Foran, Portlaw venue was in excelPaul Power. Subs: Jamie lent condition with impressive Murphy, Shane Power. developments in situ since Refere: Nicky O’Toole (St. our last visit there. Pauls). Scorers – Dungarvan: In the other Group 2 game Jamie Nagle 1-7 (0-5f), Ryan last Saturday evening Donnolly 0-3, Gavin Crotty Abbeyside scored a very and Colm Curran 0-2, Sean comprehensive 5-18 to 1-16 Ryan, Mike Kiely and Joe over Cappoquin at the Allen 0-1 each. Portlaw: Burgery Grounds. Sargent Cup County Senior Hurling League Group 1 p w d l for against diff pts Passage 4 4 0 0 96 51 45 8 Ballyduff Upper 5 2 1 2 108 120 -12 5 Mt. Sion 3 1 1 1 67 64 3 3 Fourmilewater 2 1 0 1 29 33 -4 2 Ballygunner 4 1 0 3 75 88 -13 2 Tallow 2 0 0 2 24 43 -19 0 GROUP 2 p w d l for against diff pts Dungarvan 4 4 0 0 87 58 29 8 Abbeyside 3 2 0 1 68 52 16 4 Roanmore 3 2 0 1 53 47 6 4 De La Salle 2 1 0 1 34 39 -5 2 Portlaw 4 1 0 3 38 63 -25 2 Cappoquin Affane 4 0 0 4 49 70 -21 0

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Football Championship

Dungarvan reaches semi-finals Dungarvan …………… 4-8; Rathgormack ………. 2-13. DUNGARVAN minor footballers upset the apple cart in Rathgormack last Sunday morning when they defeated a fancied home side in their final Group game, which also gave them a head to head win and qualified them for this Wednesday evening’s championship semi-final at the Fraher Field. The saying that goals win games was never as true here with three of them in quick succession nearing the end of the first half by Luke O’Callaghan, Conor Hayes and Dylan Swales giving the Blues a foothold on the game at a stage when they were trailing by 1-7 to 1-4. Dungarvan started well with a Mick Devine goal and points in between Rathgormack scores by Sean Crotty, Glen Waters, Mark Boland and Kealan Daly. Trailing early on, a Donnacha Hassett goal put the home team into the lead and their early scores came from the respective boots of Stephen Curry, Conor Dalton, Billy Power and Donnacha Hassett

Dungarvan’s three quick fire goals may have been against the run of play but they were well worked team moves and despite Rathgormack kicking two late first half scores, the winners held a 4-4 to 1-9 lead at the short whstle. Following an early second half exchange of points, by Billy Power (f) and Dylan Swales, a Kieran Power goal from a Stephen Curry pass brought Rathgormack back into contention at 4-5 to 2-10 and they levelled and went in front with three unanswered points via Stephen Curry and Billy Power 0-2 (1f). Trailing by 0-2 at 2-13 to 4-5, questions were now being asked of the visitors and they responded by digging deep to prevent the locals from scoring again with some stout defending. Dungarvan missed a number of good scoring chances but two pointed frees by captain Mark Boland either side of a mighty point from a distance by Jack Lacey gave the Blues a deserving if unexpected win. The semi-final game this Wednesday evening, the 6th of July at the

Fraher Field at 7 pm against county champions Ballinacourty looks to be a bridge too far for Michael McLoughlin’s charges while the other semi-final between Nire and Gaultier in Leamybrien at 8.30 pm should be a close run affair. Dungarvan: Cian Cliffe; Gary Donnelly, Peter Queally, Colm O’Shea; Kealan Daly, Jack Lacey, Dylan Murphy; Mick Devine Mark Boland; Luke O’Callaghan, Glen Waters, Dylan Swales; Brendan Cullinane, Sean Crotty, Conor Hayes, Sub: Stephen O’Donovan. Rathgormack: Kieran Curry; Adam Kelly, Adam Nugent, Kieran Connolly; Sam Corbett Barry, Martin Power, Conor Mulligan; Conor Dalton, Liam Connolly; Stephen Curry, Donnacha Hassett, Billy Power; Aaron Hassett, Kieran Power, Eoin Dooley. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw). In the other minor game played in Ballymac last weekend Nire defeated Gaultier by 3-6 to 1-9 with both sides meeting again in the semifinal.

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Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship

Dungarvan back in championship contention Dungarvan …………..0-14; Ballinacourty …………1-7. 2011 CHAMPIONS Dungarvan won this game as required at the Fraher Field last Friday evening to stay in contention for the semi final stages of the Western intermediate football championship. Similar to Ballinacourty the previous week against Geraldines, the Blues were the more focussed side here and led by county senior footballer Gavin Crotty, they well deserved their 0-4 victory. Crotty was the best player on view and a contribution of 0-8 (3f) from both legs laid the foundation for this win. Ballinacourty were short a few regulars here but with five points from all their five games played they have one foot in the semi finals with the remaining group games by the other teams eventually deciding their participation. An attendance of 72 local gaels didn’t reflect well on a local derby game but it is in line with the paltry numbers attending games at the venue over the past few years. ‘Courty were first to strike with a Tiernan Murray point after two minutes and Gavin Crotty opened the winners’ account with a similar score six minutes later. The accurate Richie Ryan and Crotty exchanged pointed frees before Mark Gorman and Eoin Enright combined to send Jason O’Brien in for the only goal of the match in the13th minute. This goal gave ‘Courty a first half grip on the scoreboard but Dungarvan remained in contention with scores by Liam Ryan from a Mike Kiely pass, Seamus Cunningham and one from either leg by Gavin Crotty. ‘Courty led at the break by 1-4 to 0-6 on foot of a further 0-2 (1f) from the influential Richie Ryan, operating at wing forward. Dungarvan won the second half by 0-8 to 0-3 and the teams were level for the third time in the 32nd minute via Gavin Crotty’s second pointed free. Dungarvan looked the more likely to score at this stage and Joe Allen had a goal effort well saved by Kevin Dwane at the

Referee Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane) pictured with team captains Jason O’Brien (Ballinacourty) and Conor Sheridan (Dungarvan). Pax Whelan end of the grounds and he was wide with a pointed effort one minute later. Derek Lyons’ charges hit the front in the 35th minute when Kieran Power and Gavin Crotty combined to provide wing back Kenny Moore with a successful pointed attempt but ‘Courty were back on level terms in the 36th minute when Mark Gorman dissected the posts from a Tiernan Murray pass. The Blues hit the front permanently when Mike Kiely placed Joe Allen for a 38th minute score, 0-9 to 1-5, and they dominated for the remainder of the third quarter. Two further points by man of the match, Crotty from play either side of a second Joe Allen white flag had the winners in front by 0-12 to 1-5 entering the final period of the game. A 48th minute Richie Ryan pointed free reduced the difference to one kick of the size 5 and this was still the case one minute from the end of normal time after a trading of minor scores by Gavin Crotty from a free and by Tiernan Murray from play, his second such score over the hour. Joe Allen confirmed Dungarvan’s meaningful continuation in the championship with his

third point from play in the second minute of added time. Ballinacourty have completed their five group matches while Dungarvan have remaining fixtures to play against Ballyduff and Modeligo. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Gavin Crotty, Jack Morrissey, Joe Allen. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Richie Ryan, Lar Hurney, Mark Gorman. Observer’s Man of the Match: Gavin Crotty. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 5. Ballinacourty 4. Scores from Play: Dungarvan 0-11. Ballinacourty 1-4. Frees For: Dungarvan 17. Ballinacourty 18. Wides: Dungarvan 8. Ballinacourty 4. Score of the Match: Gavin Crotty’s 20th minute point from play with his left leg. Scorers – Dungarvan: Gavin Crotty 0-8 (3f), Joe Allen 0-3, Liam Ryan,

Seamus Cunningham and Kenny Moore 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Richie Ryan 0-4 (1f), Jason O’Brien 1-0, Tiernan Murray 0-2, Mark Gorman 0-1. Dungarvan: Michael Walsh; John Havens, Derek Barry, Jack Morrissey; Michael Kiely, Kieran Power, Kenny Moroe; Jamie Nagle, Conor Sheridan; Joe Allen, Gavin Crotty, Gavin Power; Aaron Donnolly, Seamus Cunningham, Liam Ryan. Subs: Jamie Hallahan, Darragh Fitzgerald, Glen Power. Ballinacourty: Kevin Dwane; Gavin Breen, Mark Lavin, Diarmuid Henley; Nicky Dee, John Elsted, Colm Kindregan; Lar Hurney, James Beresford; Richie Ryan, Mark Gorman, Eoin Enright; Tiernan Murray, Jason O Brien, Eoin Kiely. Subs: Conor McCarthy, Stephen Cliffe, Shane Crotty, David Sweeney. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

RADLEY ENGINEERING WESTERN INTEMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff pts Geraldines 4 3 0 1 55 46 9 6 Ballinacourty 5 2 1 2 65 60 5 5 Dún Garbhan 3 2 0 1 37 32 5 4 Modeligo 2 1 1 0 24 17 7 3 The Nire 3 1 0 2 41 37 4 2 Ballyduff Upper 3 0 0 3 22 52 -30 0

Western Board Results & Fixtures RESULTS RADLEY Engineering Intermediate Football – Ballinacourty 1-7, Dungarvan 0-14. The Local Bar Junior Football Premier – Old Parish 0-8, Shamrocks 0-9; Lismore 1-5, Sliabh gCua 5-7; Ballinacourty 1-7, Tallow 0-11. FIXTURES THURSDAY, 7th JULY The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship – Abbeyside v. Kilgobinet in Fraher Field at 7.00 p.m.; Dungarvan v. St. Mary’s in Fraher Field at 8.30 p.m. FRIDAY 8th JULY The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship –

Geraldines v. Fourmilewater in Colligan at 7.30 p.m.; Tallow v. Ballyduff Upper in Lismore at 7.30 p.m. The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Championship – Abbeyside v. Kilrossanty in Fraher Field at 7.00 p.m.; Cappoquin v. Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 8.30 p.m. Intermediate Hurling League – Modeligo v. An Rinn in An Rinn at 7.30 p.m.; Stradbally v. Ballysaggart in Tallow at 7.30 p.m.; Colligan v. Tourin (venue TBC) at 7.30 p.m. SATURDAY, 9th JULY The Local Bar Junior B Hurling – Ballysaggart v. Shamrocks in Lismore at 7.30 p.m.; An Rinn v. Melleray in Bushy Park at 7.30 p.m.

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JJ Kavanagh Junior Football Senior Attached

An Rinn knock Kilrossanty off top of Group table An Rinn ………………2-11; Kilrossanty ……………2-5. A KILROSSANTY team who had six different starters from their previous win over Stradbally with veteran Colin Dee lining out at full back, started very brightly with full forward Fintan Walsh opening the scoring with a free. This was quickly following up by a goal after a great Kilrossanty move with Dale Power releasing Fintan Walsh who crashed the ball to the Ring net. He added a point from play which left the score 1-2 to no score to the Comeragh men. Shane Kelly started to dominate for Ring around the middle of the field and fed the ball to Paraic O Lonain who was An Rinn’s best forward on show, scored a great point to open their account. A couple of silly frees that were well converted by Ciaran Toibin brought Ring level with Kilrossanty. A great break out of the An Rinn defence saw the ball

being worked to Paraic O Lonain who scored a fine goal and An Rinn really had a grip on this game at this stage. Kilrossanty weren’t helped by midfielder Willie Brazil going off injured shortly after. An Rinn scored another six unanswered points before Dale Power who had a great game for Kilrossanty kicked the last point of the first half to leave the score 1-9 to 1-3 in the home team’s favour. Late arrival Paul Hayes was introduced at centre back for Kilrossanty allowing Seamus Veale to move to centre field and this paid immediate dividends for Kilrossanty. A great move ended with Dale Power scoring a wonder goal followed by a brace of pointed frees by Fintan Walsh and suddenly it looked like Kilrossanty with the lead reduced to two points were going to produce a miracle comeback. An Rinn had other ideas though and a great ball from

Shane Kelly to Seanai Mac Craith who goaled and this killed off the Kilrossanty challenge. A point from wingback Lucas O Cuirrin finished the scoring and the contest. Kilrossanty: Cormac Heinen; Kenny houlihan, Colin Dee, Paul Lennon; JP Quinlan, Seamus Veale, Mike Galvan; Willie Brazil, Michael Walsh; Dale Power 1-0, Ciaran Keating, Bobby Power, Eoin Houlihan, Fintan Walsh 1-4, Dean Fennell. Subs; Paul Hayes for Fennell, Dick Hayes for Cormac Heinen, Mark Hayes for Eoin Houlihan, Fennell for

Mikie Galvan. An Rinn: Pol O Domhnaill; Tomas De Gras, Ciaran O Manachan, Aaron O Crotaigh; Brian De Barun, Dylan Toibin, Lucas O Cuirrin 0-1; Eanna O Ceallaigh, Shane O Ceallaigh 0-2; Paraic O Lonain 1-2, Ciaran O Toibin 0-4, Sean Mac Craith1-0; Cian O Fathaigh 0-1, Paidi O Foghlu, Cian O Conchublair. Fir Ionaid: Einne O Cathasaigh do Tomas De Gras agus Tadhg O Cuirrin do Cian O Conchubair. Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg)

JJ KAVANAGH JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED LEAGUE TABLE p w d l for against diff pts Brickey Rgs 5 5 0 0 82 49 33 10 Kilrossanty 5 4 0 1 68 60 8 8 An Rinn 4 3 0 1 41 31 10 6 Clashmore 4 2 0 2 37 30 7 4 Gaultier 4 2 0 2 31 35 -4 4 Stradbally 3 1 0 2 52 32 20 2 Rathgormack 4 1 0 3 32 42 -10 2 St Saviour's 5 1 0 4 28 63 -35 2 Ballinameela 4 0 0 4 14 43 -29 0

Brickeys stay top with a win over Gaultier Brickeys ………………2-7; Gaultier ……………… 0-9. JOINT top with Kilrossanty last week, Brickeys are out on their own this week on top of the Group table after a hard fought win over Eastern side Gaultier in Bushy Park last Friday evening. The difference at the end of the day were the goals scored by Andrew Murphy just fresh off

the plane from Australia for the game and by Conor Morrissey as Gaultier couldn’t break down the strong home defence led by central defenders Ian and Kevin Walsh for an all important green flag. Brickeys: James Corcoran; Kevin McCarthy, Ian Walsh, Tadhg Tobin; Barry O’Halloran, Kevin

Walsh, Darragh Herlihy; Jamie Kiely, Shane Nugent; William Barron, Vinny McCarthy, Conor Morrissey; Christopher Power, Mark Shalloe, Andrew Murphy. Gaultier: Daithi Horgan; Sean Flynn, Tyrone Power, Killian Jones; Robin Croke, Ronan McDonagh, Seamus Dower; Conor Dunne, Rory Phelan; Cathal Ryan, Paddy

Quinn, Aidan Rynne; Michael Whitty, Ronan Power, John Phelan. Subs : Wayne Power, Pat Murphy. Referee: Tom Mansfield (Affane). In the two other scheduled junior games, Ballinameela gave a walk-over to Rathgormack as did St. Saviours to Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

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Sheehan brothers’ goals sinks Lismore Sliabh gCua …………5-7; Lismore ………………1-5. THE execution of a hat-trick of goals by midfielder Kevin Sheehan and a green flag contribution from his younger brother Jason were the key reasons for Sliabh gCua’s junior football championship win over Lismore last Friday evening. The winners led by 2-3 to 0-3 at the short whistle with Eoin Kearns goaling first for the winners, followed by Kevin Sheehan’s first of his three during the course of the hour. David Whelan and Jason Sheehan also got on the scoreboard point wise for the Touraneena club while an understrength Lismore fifteen were confined to white flags by Eric O’Sullivan 0-2

(1f) and Daniel O’Keeffe. Goal stopper come goal scorer Seanie Bary managed a second half major for Lismore and Eric O’Sullivan and Ronan Landers raised white flags but Sliabh gCua registered 3-4 in the second moiety to run out convincing winners. Kevin Shehan completed his hat-trick with two fine strikes while his brother Jason scored his team’s fifth and final goal. Jack Skehan also got on the scoreboard with David Whelan and the younger Sheehan again kicking points. Scorers – Sliabh gCua: Kevin Sheehan 3-1, Jason Sheehan 1-3 (2f), Eoin Kearns 1-0, David Whelan 0-2, Jack Skehan 0-1. Lismore: Seanie Barry

1-0, Eric O’Sullivan 0-3 (1f), Daniel O Keeffe and Ronan Landers 0-1 each. Sliabh gCua: Daniel Flynn; Sean Fitzpatrick, J. J. Coffey, John Queally; Owen Barron, Denis Coffey, Tom Tobin; Kevin Sheehan, Eoin Kearns; Dean Cliffe, Mike Kearns, Jason Sheehan; Stephen Coffey, David Whelan, Jack Skehan. Subs: Aidan Fitzpatrick for David Whelan, Darragh Tobin

for Dean Cliffe, Jack Power for John Queally. Lismore: Stevie Barry; Emmet Quann, Philip O’Keeffe, Evan Roche; Sean Reaney, Michael Fitzgerald, Aaron Whelan; Ronan Landers, Jordan Shanahan; Gavin Pratt, Seanie Barry, Paudie Prendergast; David Smith, Eric O’Sullivan, Danel Landers. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

WESTERN PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL GROUP TABLE p w d l for against diff pts. Shamrocks 5 3 1 1 77 53 24 7 Old Parish 5 3 1 1 71 52 19 7 Emmetts 4 3 1 0 50 36 14 7 Sliabh gCua 4 3 0 1 51 36 15 6 Tulach An Iarainn 5 2 0 3 66 86 -20 4 Lismore 5 1 1 3 46 56 -10 3 Affane 4 1 0 3 36 54 -18 2 Ballinacourty 4 0 0 4 39 63 -24 0

Junior Football - Referee Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane) pictured with team captains Sean Gleeson (Tallow) and David Morrissey (Ballinacourty).

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‘Courty’s third team pushes Tallow all the way Tallow ……………….. 0-11; Ballinacourty ………… 1-7. THERE was one spectator on the bank in Cappoquin last Saturday evening for this very enjoyable football championship encounter between Tallow and Ballinacourty. Like ourselves, he must have been surely impressed with the ongoing developments at the Cornerstone venue which hopefully will in time bring back major fixtures of halcyon days to the Sportsfield. With new railings, an updated scoreboard in operation and a superb new two storey clubhouse and new spacious dressing rooms currently in place, this venue has much to offer its own players and important championship games, as it is, situated in the middle of the Western Division. Ballinacourty must be the unluckiest team in this championship, especially in the past two weeks when they lost out in two championship outings by the minimum of margins. However, every team will still be in contention at the conclusion of the Group stages and ‘Courty may well take a few scalps before this championship concludes. Tallow were slightly the better side throughout but Ballinacourty made them fight hard for their win as the 0-1 margin at the final whistle would indicate. Stuart Barry opened the scoring for the Bridesiders with Anton Fitzgerald levelling matters before Barry again dissected the posts at the scoreboard end of the ground. Sean Glessson popped over a contender for score of the match in the 9th minute but an improving ‘Courty side were back on level terms shortly, courtesy of minor

scores by Ruairi Conway and Stephen Kearney. The only goal of the game came in the 13th minute and it was both engineered and executed by midfielder Tony Collins whose darting run through the centre and eventual finishing of the ball to net in a goal mouth melee gave his team the lead on a score of 1-3 to 0-3. Cian O’Connell kicked a mighty point at the end of the first quarter with questions now being asked of Tallow’s winning ambitions. Well, the match favourites answered in style and they kept their opposition scoreless for the remainder of the half as they proceeded themselves to work the scoreboard. Sean Gleeson kicked his second point in the 20th minute and in a period of Tallow dominance, Ryan Grey raised the white flag in quick succession, as did Gleeson after him and a Stuart Barry pointed free finished the half with the winners in front for the first time since the very start on a scoreline of 0-9 to 1-4. Credit Ballinacourty’s third fifteen, they won the second half by 0-3 to 0-2 as they finished the hour very strongly. A Cian O’Connell pointed free just after the restart left just a point the difference but in retrospect, the game was won and lost in the latter end of the third quarter when Jake Neville and Ryan Grey from a ‘45’ opened up a 0-3 advantage, 0-11 to 1-5. Tallow’s final score, Ryan Grey’s ‘45’ was in the 48th minute as Ballinacourty dominated the final quarter. Cian O’Connell kicked his second pointed free in the 52nd minute but a later miss by a team mate was costly as a Anton Fitzgerald point from play in the first minute of added time brought this very

enjoyable encounter down to the wire. Tallow held out for the win while the sole supporter on the bank could not have quibbled if the game ended in a draw. Tallow’s Top Three: Sean Gleeson, Brian Henley, Shaun O’Sullivan. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Tony Collins, Stephen Kearney, Shane O’Gorman. Observer’s Man of the Match: Sean Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Tallow 4. Ballkinacourty 5. Scores From Play: Tallow 0-9. Ballinacourty 1-5. Frees For: Tallow 10. Ballinacourty 10. Wides: Tallow 9. Ballinacourty 6. Score of the Match: Cian O’Connell’s 15th minute point from play for Ballinacourty. Scorers – Tallow: Sean Gleeson 0-4, Stuart Barry 0-3 (1f), Ryan Grey 0-3 (1’45’), Jake Neville 0-1. Ballinacourty: Tony Collins 1-0, Cian O’Connell 0-3 (2f), Anton Fitzgerald 0-2, Ruairi Conway and Stephen Kearney 0-1 each. Tallow: Will Curley; Alan Curley, Brian Henley, Terence McSweeney; Jake Beecher, Shaun O’Sullivan, Eric Hickey; Michael Curley, Ryan Grey; Jake Neville, Sean Gleeson, David Tobin; Shane Ryan, Stuart Barry, Martin Murphy. Sub: Kieran Fraser. Ballinacourty: Philip Cashin; Pa Bergin, Shane O’Gorman, Stephen O’Connor; Pa Collins, David Morrissey, Ruairi Conway; Tony Collins, David Hickey; Stephen Kearney, Anthony Fitzgerald, Jamie Organ; John O’Riordan, Nathan Burke, Cian O’Connell. Subs: Joe Walsh, Liam Drohan, Blaine Healy, Adam Keane. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

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Shamrocks leading the way in Junior Football Championship Shamrocks .................... 0-9; Sean Phobail ..................0-8. PERHAPS just for a few days or not, but Shamrocks zoomed to the top of the Western Junior Football Group Table with a narrow 0-1 win over hitherto unbeaten Sean Phobail at a blustery Ardmore venue last Friday evening. Shamrocks, playing with the elements, started well with scores by Alan Kelly and Adam Crawford but Sean Phobail replied with three of their own from the boots of Graham Guiry, Padraig Healy and Bryan French. Na Seamroga made full use of the wind, though and with man of the match Bernie Kelleher dissecting the posts on four occasion and Padraig Aheane adding another score, the far west team led at half time by 0-7 to 0-3. Despite playing into the strong wind on the restart, Shamrocks opened with two further points by Bernie Kelleher to leave them well in command at 0-9 to 0-3. However, Sean Phobail’s turn was yet to come and when it did John Phelan’s charges registered four unanswered scores via Graham Guiry, Diarmuid Curran 0-2f and Padraig Healy. Trailing by just 0-2 at

0-9 to 0-7 with ten minutes left, Sean Phbail had a number of scoreable opportunities but their only remaining score came from Diarmuid Curran while Graham Guiry was agonisingly wide with a last gasp effort to salvage a draw. Shamrocks did very well here to win without some regulars while Sean Phobail are still at a disadvantage of missing some of their long term absentees due to injury. Best for the winners were Bernie Kelleher, Eoin Murphy and John Paul Lucey while Sean Phobail were well served by Stiofan O Conbhui, Padraig Healy and Graham Guiry with young corner back Liam O’Reilly improving all the time under John Phelan’s training. Scorers – Shamrocks: Bernie Kelleher 0-6, Padraig Ahearne, Adam Crawford and Alan Kelly 0-1 each. Sean Phobail: Diarmuid Curran 0-3, Graham Guiry

and Padraig Healy 0-2 each, Bryan French 0-1. Shamrocks: John Anthony Kelly; Sean Murphy, Tom O’Donovan, Padraig Roche; Cathal O’Herlihy, Tom O’Neill, Brian Harnedy; Adam Crawford, John Paul Lucey; E. Hayden, S. Donovan, Padraig Ahearne; Eoin Murphy, Bernie Kelleher, Alan Kelly. Sean Phobail: Adam O Riordain; Liam O Raghallaigh, Ray Turraoin, Tomas O Gealbhain; Stiofan O Conbhui, Sean De Paor, Andrias Breathnach; Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Seamus O Flaibhin; Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Padraig O hEalaithe, Risteard Stilwell, Sean De Paor, Graham O Gadhra, Bryan Frinnseach. Fir Ionaid: Aodhan De Paor do Adam O Riordain, Domhnall O Murchu do Risteard Stilwell. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE TABLE P W D L For Against Diff Pts Shamrocks 5 3 1 1 77 53 24 7 Old Parish 5 3 1 1 71 52 19 7 Emmetts 4 3 1 0 50 36 14 7 Sliabh gCua 4 3 0 1 51 36 15 6 Tulach An Iarainn 5 2 0 3 66 86 -20 4 Lismore 5 1 1 3 46 56 -10 3 Affane 4 1 0 3 36 54 -18 2 Ballinacourty 4 0 0 4 39 63 -24 0

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Nire and Gaultier must meet again DIVISION 1 Nire …………………… 3-6; Gaultier ……………….. 1-9. DESPITE playing this Group game just three days ago, Other results have determined that championship contenders Nire and Gaultier must play again in the county semi-final this evening, Wednesday, July 6th in Leamybrien. Gaultier registered more scores than their hosts in Ballymacarbry but three

goals by the home side was the key to their fourth win to date. Nire Scores: Tom Barron, 2-1, Shane O’Meara 1-3, Ciaran Walsh and Dylan Guiry 0-1 each. Nire: Ross Guiry; Benny Guiry, Jake Mulcahy, Ian Gillman; Ciaran Guiry, Dylan Guiry, Tholm Guiry; Liam Cooney, Ciaran Walsh; Dylan Phelan, Tom Barron, Jordan Ryan; Johnny Prendergast, Shane O’Meara, Glen

Cullinane. Subs: Daragh Flynn, Larry Walsh. Gaultier: David Danniels; Jack Troy, Dale Cullinane, Tadhg Foley; Alex Deegan, Mikey Hutchinson, Billy O’Sullivan; David Dawson, Dean Kearns; Conor Kilgannon, David Jones, Michael Mahony; Darragh O’Keeffe, Donal Power, Niall O’Keeffe. Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

Seasiders in scoring form JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS MINOR FOOTBALL DIVISION 2 PLAY-OFF Ardmore …………….. 5-16; St. Olivers …………….3-9. PLAYED in Ballinameela last Sunday morning, Ardmore got off to a flying start mainly through goals from Michael O’Neill (2), John O’Brien and James Flavin before St. Olivers came thundering back with three goals of their own to leave the half time score Ardmore 4-3 to St. Olivers 3-4. Ardmore aided by the

Waterford Hurlers, Jamie Barron, Colin Dunford, Patrick Curran, Tadgh De Burca and Tomas Ryan, help promote next Saturday's 'Hooli Long Puck' in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, at Dungarvan GAA Club, with Dan Shanahan, former Hurler of the Year and All Star, and Paul Houlihan, Organizing Committee. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

breeze in the second half took over to pull away 13 point victors with the help of a Jack Walsh goal with ten minutes remaining. Ardmore now advance to play Ballyduff/Portlaw in the county quarter-final. Ardmore: Kevin McGrath; Adam Power, Eoghan O’Shea, Brian Walsh; Nathan Nryan, Seamus Cronin, Padraig Foley; Thomas Ahern, James Flavin; Ciaran Keating, Jack Walsh, David Walsh; Diarmuid Geaney, John O’Brien, Michael O’Neill.

Subs: Niall Power, Gerry Reardon, Billy Foley, Tiernan Beresford. St. Olivers: Cathal Daly; Jack O’Sullivan, Sean Griffin, Sean O’Hara; David Halley, Richard Lynch, Tiernan O’Connell; Liam O’Connell, Liam O’Brien; Robert McGrath, Christopher Duggan, Ciam Horewood; Micheal Fogarty, Elliot Stackwood, P. J. O’Brien. Subs: Luke O’Connor, Mark Lynch, Sam Hallahan, Joe Duggan, Henry Griffin. Referee: Timmy O’Keeffe (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Rathgormack u-13 Division 2 Eastern champions who won 3-7 to 2-4 against Clan Na nGael in Walsh Park.

Abbeyside hit the goals in high scoring affair SARGENT CUP/ COUNTY SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE GROUP 2 Abbeyside …………5-20; Cappoquin …………1-16. ABBEYSIDE played Cappoquin at home in the fourth round of the Sargent Cup last Saturday evening . In an entertaining affair the Villagers led at the interval 310 to 1-9. Cappoquin started the second

half brightly but Abbeysides ability to score goals on the evening was the difference between the sides Abbeyside: Stephen Enright, Shane O’Donovan, Brian Looby, Darragh McGrath, Eoin Enright, John Hurney, Maurice Power, David Collins, Richie Ryan, Michael O’Halloran, Mark Ferncombe, Shane Crotty, Eoin Kiely, Sean Daly, Tiernan Murray.

Subs: Patrick Hurney, Sean O’Hare, James O’Mahoney Cappoquin: Darren Curran, Maurice Noonan, Colm Looby, Killian Denn, Mark Prendergast, Paul Murray, Kevin Looby, Keith Landers, Shane Murray, Shane O’Rourke, Aaron O’Sullivan, Evan McGrath, Tommy McCarthy, Killian O’Sullivan, Richie Scanlan. Subs: Colin Landers, Brian Crotty.

Fourmilewater best in second half SARGENT CUP SHL AT BALLYDUFF Ballyduff ......................………… 2-12; Fourmilewater ............. …………1-17. THIS was a game where Ballyduff led by 3 points at half-time but Fourmilewater overtook them in the second half and ran out winners by 2 points. Jamie Kearney opened the scoring for Ballyduff with a point in the first minute and they led 0-5 to 0-5 by the 19th minute. In the 21st minute Eoin Scanlon broke through for their first goal. This goal was the difference between the teams at the break where Ballyduff led 1-7 to 0-7.

Fourmilewater scoreRs were Shane Walsh 0-2, Gearoid Hearne (0-2, 1f 1’65), Shane Ryan, J. P. Fitzgerald and Kenny Brazil while Ballyduff’s other scorers were Jamie Kearney, Seamus Hannon, Andrew Casey (0-2f), Eoin Scanlon (0-1) and John Twomey. Fourmilewater came more into the game in the second half scoring 1-10 with Ballyduff adding 1-5 to their half-time score. Their goal coming in injury time where Jamie Kearney scored coming in doing the endline. Jamie Kearney ended the game with 1-5 while Aidan Condon scored Fourmilewater’s goal in the 58th minute.

Shane Ryan and Fourmilewater. Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan, D. Ryan, T. O’Gorman, C. Mulcahy, G. Hearne (0-4, 3f 1’65`), Shane Ryan (0-4), P. Lawlor, S. Walsh (0-4), Mce. O’Gorman (0-1), J. Mulcahy, A. Condon (1-0), L. Cooney, K. Brazil (0-2), J. P. Fitzgerald (0-2), L. Carroll. Ballyduff: M. McCormack, D. McDonagh, C. Horgan, E. O’Brien, Shane Hannon, S. Kearney, O. Hickey, Seamus Hannon (0-2), C. Murray, S. Cunningham, J. Twomey (0-1), J. Kearney (1-4), Tommy Feeney, E. Scanlon (1-1), A. Casey (0-4, 3f, 1 s/l). Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Electric Ireland Munster Minor Hurling Semi-Final

Narrow but deserving semi-final win for Limerick Limerick ……………...0-19; Waterford …………… 0-17. ONE was hopeful last week that home advantage would help Waterford get over the line in this predicted 50/50 encounter at the semi-final stages of the Munster minor hurling championship but this was not the case as an improved second half by the winners against the wind, despite losing this moiety by 0-13 to 0-10, saw them earn a place in this Sunday’s Provincial decider against Tipperary in the Gaelic Grounds. An announced attendance of 2,599 patrons gathered inside Walsh Park for this eagerly awaited penultimate Munster championship game and whether it was the presence of the prevailing strong wind and sun or not, the game did not live up to expectations. The first half was a poor affair and while the hurling improved somewhat after the break patrons did not go home praising the fare provided by both sets of players who were without a championship game since last April. One would have thought that the wind would have had a major bearing on the result and especially in the first half when the winners were finding scores hard to come by even though they were assisted by it. The home side were just 0-3 in arrears with 25 minutes on the clock but a score by David Woulfe one minute later and a sideline cut over the bar by Darragh Carroll in the first minute of added time gave Limerick a more comfortable 0-5 advantage at the short whistle. Credit Stephen Gough’s

charges, they reduced their deficit to 0-2 by the 36th minute with three unanswered scores from play but anytime the Deise boys threatened parity, the winners answered on the scoreboard and in fact Waterford never led at any stage during the hour. he home side got to within a point of their conquerors in the 55th and in the 60th minute but Limerick were equal to the challenge with freetaker Paul O’Brien especially breaking home supporters hearts with five pointed frees and one from play. The Treaty county struck four unanswered points between the 40th and the 44th minute and when Waterford went one better between the 49th and 55th minutes 0-16 to 0-15, local hopes were raised that the home team would finish the stronger and snatch the win. However, Pat Donnelly’s charges kept their nose in front with their Ard Scoil Ris contingent of about half a dozen players leading the charge for the finish line. Waterford required a goal throughout the match as the scoring unfolded but with the sweeper system being employed by both sides, a goal was like looking for hens’ teeth. Waterford scored only 0-4 against the elements compared to 0-10 by the winners and when the game opened up in the second half, Limerick displayed that little extra craft that deservingly won for them their place at home in the Munster final against neighbours Tipperary who beat Cork in the other semi-final by 0-23 to 1-15. There was a poignant minute’s silence prior to the

action when to real characters of the GAA in their own counties and beyond, Seamus Power of Mt. Sion and Jim Forbes of Carrigaline were remembered by the attendace. Their imput to the sport over different generations will not be easily forgotten. The home team won the toss and decided to play into the wind and sun. It looked like a very wise decision throughout the first half when they contained Limerick’s scoring ability. Man of the Match Paul O’Brien had two pointed frees in the 6th and in the 9th minutes and midfielder Bryan Ryan, who was very influential in this moiety with a contribution of 0-3, opened the winners scoring from play. One of Waterford’s best players Conor Dalton from Clonea, got his side off the mark with a 12th minute point resulting from a bad puck out and after a third O’Brien pointed free in the 16th minute, Eoghan Murray replied similarly in the 20th minute as all local gaels were satisfied with a scoreboard reading 0-4 to 0-2. Limerick struck seven first half wides in total but they still managed to put some daylight between the sides especially towards the conclusion of the half after Bryan Ryan and Michael Mahony and Paul O’Brien from play and Eoghan Murray (f) had swapped points by the 25th minute, 0-7 to 0-4. Limerick wing forward David Woulfe opened a 0-4 lead before Thomas Douglas’ one handed batted effort on goal went agonisingly wide of the Keanes Road end goal from a side

angle. A goal at this stage for the home team would have been worth its weight in goal. Instead, it was the winners who finished in style with a brilliant side line puck over the crossbar by Darragh Carroll giving the winners a 0-5 breathing space heading for the dressing rooms. Would Waterford use the wind to their advantage? Well, after just 10 seconds of the restart, Neil Montgomery landed a point and Cathal Curran placed Conor Dalton for a second two minutes later. Midfielder Donal Power, grandson of the recently deceased Mt. Sion and county hurler, Seamus Power added a third in the 36th minute and all was going to plan in front of the wind, 0-9 to 0-7. Questions were being asked of Limerick and, in fairness, they answered them well. They stopped Waterford in their early second half dominating tracks with scores by full forward Kyle Hayes and a fourth Paul O’Brien pointed free. These were crucial scores from a Limerick viewpoint as they restored confidence in their ability to win and of course they had them 0-4 in front. Up front for Waterford, Thomas Douglas didn’t receive an adequate supply of the ball and he also needed to work harder but when he was in possession he was always a potential scorer and his 39th minute point with little room to manoeuvre was a contender for score of the match. However, Paul O’Brien kept coming up with replies from Deise indiscretions and his 40th minute score left his team in control at 0-12 to 0-8.

Waterford Minor Hurlers who lost to Limerick in the Munster Minor Hurling Semi-Final in Walsh Park.

Niall Montgomery supplied Eoghan Murray with a point from play before the former was withdrawn and his workrate and scoring ability was a loss to the home effort. In fairness to Waterford, they battled away and the hurling of both teams was now way better than the fare provided in the first half. Jack Prendergast lofted over a 44th minute point, 0-12 to 010 but the home team couldn’t get closer to their opponents. The game looked to be gone from the team in white by the 48th minute when Paul O’Brien added a further 0-3 (2f) to his eventually finishing tally of 0-10 (8f) and a second score by wing forward Darragh Carroll left a yawning gap of 0-6 facing Waterford with time moving along. Limerick’s towering number 13 Conor Boylan was a very influential second half performer and his ability to carry the ball had the home defenders under constant pressure. Again, Stephen Gough’s players showed their mettle and they hit five unanswered scores by the 55th minute to the delight of the home support to leave just the minimum the difference at 0-16 to 0-15. The five scores came from five different hurleys via Thomas Douglas, Michael Mahony, who enjoyed his best game of the championship, Jack Prendergast, his second, substitute Ciaran Kirwan and Eoghan Murray (f). Yet, in a sporting scenario, Limerick once again annoyed the Waterford faithful with a 0-2 reply from Kyle Hayes and Cian Magnier Flynn, both

central attackers, 0-18 to 0-15 and with 59 minutes elapsed, this appeared to be a winning margin. Once more, the Deise boys refused to throw in the towel and a second Donal Power point and a score from play by Eoghan Murray from a Tom Barron pass brought the difference back to the minimum once again with normal time concluded and two minutes of added time announced. A further indiscretion in the Waterford defence gifted Paul O’Brien an assurance score and after a ding dong second half enjoyable encounter, referee Nathan Wall’s final whistle declared Limerick the narrow but overall deserving opponents for Tipperary in the Munster final. Nobody could have quibbled with a draw, ask any neutral if you can find one, but championship games are won on tight margins and Limerick just about edged it here. Well done to Waterford who put in a tremendous effort since before Christmas in preparation for this year’s minor championship. The professional and dedicated approach of the players and their team management and backroom staff was evident throughout. They gave this year’s campaign a right good shot and one and all can hold their heads high in the knowledge that they served Waterford hurling well in their tenure. Limerick’s Top Three: Paul O’Brien, Conor Boylan, Brian Ryan. Waterford’s Top Three: Billy Nolan, Eoghan Murray, Conor Dalton. Observer’s Man of the Match: Paul O’Brien. Number of Scorers: Limerick

6. Waterford 8. Scores from Play: Limerick 0-10. Waterford 0-15. Frees For: Limerick 10. Waterford 13. Wides: Limerick 10. Waterford 11. Score of the Match: Thomas Douglas’ 39th minute point from play for Waterford. Scorers for Waterford: E. Murray 0-5 (3fs); J. Prendergast, C. Dalton, M. Mahony, D. Power, T. Douglas 0-2 each; C. Kirwan, N. Montgomery 0-1 each. Scorers for Limerick: P. O’Brien 0-10 (8fs); B. Ryan 0-3; D. Carroll (1 s-l), K. Hayes 0-2 each; C. Magnier Flynn, D. Woulfe 0-1 each. Waterford: B. Nolan (Roanmore); C. Giles Doran (De La Salle), J. Flavin (Ardmore), T. Barron (Fourmilewater); L. Wall (De La Salle), H. Ruddle Redmond (Ballygunner), C. Dalton (Clonea); D. Power (Passage), C. Curran (Brickey Rangers); E. McGrath (Butlerstown), M. Mahony (Ballygunner), N. Montgomery (Abbeyside); T. Douglas (De La Salle), E. Murray (Ballyduff Upper), J. Prendergast (Lismore). Subs: D. Guiry (Fourmilewater) for McGrath (29); C. Kirwan (Fenor) for Montgomery (43); J. Reade (St Mollerans) for Wall (57). Limerick: M. O’Kelly (Croom); B. Nash (South Liberties), C. Nicholas (Monaleen), F. Hourigan (Murroe/Boher); M. O Grady (Knockainey), J. Adams (Ballybrown), B. Timmons Murroe/Boher); C. McCarthy (Kilmallock), D. Carroll (Newport); B. Ryan (South Liberties), C. Magnier Flynn (Killeedy), D. Woulfe (Kilmallock); C. Boylan (Na Piarsaigh), K. Hayes (Kildimo/Pallaskenry), P. O’Brien (Mungret/St. Pauls). Subs: J. Flynn (Patrickswell) for McCarthy (H-T); C. O’Connor (Kilmallock) for Timmons (41); M. Bourke (Garryspillane) for Adams (56); A. Barrett (Kilmallock) for Woulfe (58). Referee: N. Wall (Cork).

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 29th June, 1996 SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE PLAY-OFF

Easy win for Ballyduff Ballyduff 2-14; St. Molleran’s 1-5. AT Fraher Field on Sunday afternoon, Ballyduff senior hurlers reversed an earlier league result when they comprehensively defeated St. Molleran’s in a Sargent Cup play-off. The Reds led by 0-7 to 1-1 at the break, the Molleran’s goal scorer being Larry Reid in the 22nd minute. Kenneth Geary goaled for Ballyduff within a minute of the restart to put his side six points in front. Ballyduff led by 1-11 to 1-4 at the end of the third quarter and when Owen Corcoran goaled for them in the 49th minute

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the game was over as a contest. Ballyduff now play Dunhill to decide which of them will play in the first round proper of the championship. Scorers for Ballyduff: M. Walsh 0-6, K. Geary 1-1, M. Molumphy 0-4, O. Corcoran 1-1, B. Hannon 0-2, D. Hannon 0-1. Scorers for St. Molleran’s: L. Reid 1-0, R. Keane, G. O’Shea, K. O’Shea, J. Doran and T. Dunne 0-1 each. Ballyduff: J. Twomey; P. Molumphy, M. Casey, M. Barry; J. Casey, T. Feeney, G. Feeney; P. Prendergast, G. Hickey; O. Corcoran, M. Molumphy, D. Hannon; K. Geary, M. Walsh, B. Hannon. Subs used: D. Flynn, F. Hickey, D. Bolger. St. Molleran’s: L. McGrath; E. Reid, S. Reid, L. Quinlan; J. Finnucane, J. McGrath, M. Reid; G. O’Shea, J. Dolan; K. O’Sullivan, K. O’Shea, R. Keane; L. Reid, T. Dunne, D. Cummins. Referee: P. Walsh (Fourmilewater).

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 15 Forecasts. 10 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.6%. This Week’s Forecasts: Munster Senior Hurling Final: Waterford v (Tipperary). Sargent Cup: De La Salle v (Roanmore), Ballygunner v (Tallow), Abbeyside v (Roanmore), De La Salle v (Portlaw), Fourmilewater v (Mt. Sion). Phelan Cup S.F.: Brickeys v (St. Saviours). County MFC: Division 1 Semi-Finals: Ballinacourty v (Dungarvan), Nire v (Gaultier). Division 2 Quarter-Finals: Ardmore v Portlaw/ Ballyduff), St. Pats v (St. Saviours). Division 3 Final: Kilrossanty v (Cois Bhride). West PJF: Emmets v (Affane). West J’A’ H: Abbeyside v (Kilgobinet), St. Marys v (Dungarvan), Geraldines v (Fourmilewater), Tallow v (Ballyduff). West J’B’ H: Shamrocks v (Ballysaggart), Kilrossanty v (Abbeyside), Cappoquin v Brickeys – a draw. To Date: 241 Forecasts. 151 Correct. 90 Incorrect. Sucess Rate: 62.7%

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Teams of Twenty Years Ago SCOIL GARBHAIN ABBEYSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL HURLING TEAM Competition: Paddy Shields Cup Western Division 4 Final. Date: May 25th, 1996. Opposition: Garranbane National School. Half-Time Score: Scoil Garbhain 0-1; Garranbane 0-0. Full Time Score: Scoil Garbhian 2-1; Garranbane 1-0. Antoin O Loinsigh, Deaglan Mac Fibhis, Stiofan O Riagain, Brian De Bhal, Daithi Ferncombe, Marc Mac Fibhis, Fergus De Paor. Ionadai : Sean Og O Murchu, Caolan O Floinn, Cormac De Paor, Conain Mac Aingil, Shane Daibhis Mac Aonghusa, Sean O Foghlu, Jason O Dubhthaigh, Marc Ferncombe. Scorers: Fergus De Paor agus Marc Mac Fibhis 1-0 an duine, Daithi Ferncombe 0-1.

Kilrossanty GAA Club – Damien Ryan and Ruiri de Paor making a presentation to Padraig Fitzgerald [Will Cusack Photography] who won the all Ireland U-14 Peil Na nÓg skills competition.

Wexford …………… 3-12; Waterford ……………1-11. WHEN Waterford won promotion to Senior in 2015 for the first time ever it was envisaged that this season would be an opportunity for the Waterford players to gauge themselves against the Ireland’s best players. It was always believed that 2016 was going to be a challenging year at Senior level but what management and players strive to ensure is a positive performance throughout the entire campaign. Although the result went against Waterford when they played Wexford at Walsh Park last Saturday afternoon, the commitment and workrate that was shown could not be faulted. Players such as Cathriona McGlone, Beth Carton, Shona Kiernan and Patricia Jackman were at the forefront of the performance and it was not until the final few minutes of the match when Wexford pulled away from Waterford to win the match 3-12 to Waterford’s 1-11. This game against Wexford was the third outing for the team in the 2016 Championship and in each match, the team has gradually created and scored more than the previous matches and the teamwork throughout this match could be seen by the Waterford supporters present in Walsh Park. The old adage that ‘goals win games’ was crucial to Wexford’s success and small errors that occurred during the game show how costly they can be. The match started with Wexford playing with a wind advantage but it was Waterford that scored first when Fiona Morrissey gathered possession and fired over in the fourth minute. Over the next ten minutes, Wexford dominated possession and converted a total of 1-05 without reply and Wexford’s Kate Kelly was instrumental in most of the scores. If the first 15 minutes belonged to Wexford, then the remaining time in the first half belonged to Waterford who competed well and ended up trailing by two points when the half-time whistle was blown. Waterford’s Caithriona McGlone was always available and made several important runs from the wing. Beth Carton was always dangerous and she was instrumental in Lorraine Bray’s scores (2 pts), also Patricia Jackman was precise when she converted a free. Beth Carton then scored a point when it seemed impossible to get a clean hit on the ball. On 28 minutes and trailing by 5 points, the workrate of team paid off when Aisling Power worked hard to close down the Wexford players and her

Wexford’s Emma Walsh trying to dispossess Waterford’s Caithriona McGlone. partnership with Beth Carton paid off when Beth fired into the net to leave the score at 1-7 to 1-5 at the midpoint break in Wexford’s favour. The start of the second half saw Waterford reduce the deficit to the minimum when Patricia Jackman converted a free from the middle of the pitch. Unfortunately, that was as close as we got as soon afterwards an error in the defence allowed Wexford in for their second goal followed by a Kate Kelly free. The defence was under a lot of pressure but working well and Shona Kiernan was always available and made many clearances down the pitch. Three further Patricia Jackman frees and a Beth Carton point kept us in touch but with six minutes remaining Linda Bolger converted Wexford’s third goal. Credit to the players who kept going and only for a courageous Wexford block on the goal line from another excellent run by Waterford’s Beth carton we could have closed the gap further. The team looks forward to their next match which is on Saturday, 9th July in Walsh Park at 2:30 against Clare. Waterford: Tracey Kiely;

Claire Whyte, Charlotte Raher, Shona Prendergast; Kate McMahon, Shauna Kiernan, Iona Heffernan, Patricia Jackman; Lorraine Bray, Caitriona McGlone, Fiona Morrissey, Niamh Rockett; Jenny McCarthy, Beth Carton, Aisling Power. Subs: Aoife Landers for Iona Heffernan (45 mins) MUNSTER MINOR A CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford Minors take on Limerick in the Munster Minor A Championship this Wednesday, 5th July at 7.30 p.m. in Walsh Park. Best of luck to our minors. ALL-IRELAND UNDER 16 A CHAMPIONSHIP WATERFORD VS CLARE Hard luck to Our Under 16s who lost out narrowingly to Clare on a scoreline of 4-11 to 4-13. Overall Waterford were very unlucky to come out the losers of this tie. At half-time Waterford trailed by 3 points on a scoreline of 1-7 to 2-7. Within seven minutes of the second half Waterford found themselves twelve points behind. Waterford under the management team of Kevin Barry and Sean Fleming made some positional changes and started to fire at

[Noel Browne]

all angles. Waterford completely dominated the last fifteen minutes and were very unlucky not to have won this match. Goals were scored by Annie Fitzgerald from Gaultier and Kaiesha Tobin from Dungarvan. Waterford Under 16s play their second round of the championship on Friday next in Carriganore against our neighbours Kilkenny. Throwin for this match is 7.30 p.m. Please come out and support the girls. UNDER 14 DEVELOPMENT SQUADS Best of luck to our Under 14 development squads who compete in the Dublin blitz on Saturday next at in Portmarnock. Waterford have two teams entered. WATERFORD CAMOGIE OFFICE Waterford camogie Office is open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our office is located in Dungarvan Nissan. If you have any queries or want to get in contact with us you can do so by contacting Lynsey Tutty on 086 8113531 or John Flood on 087 6684474.

Waterford’s Kate McMahon gets away from Wexford’s Linda Bolger.

[Noel Browne]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

GAA

Gaelic Jottings Munster Final Day ALL roads lead to the Gaelic Grounds in Ennis this Sunday for a repeat pairing of last year’s Munster senior hurling final between the holders Tipperary and the challengers Waterford. For those unable to travel and make the journey the game is, of course, being shown live of the telly at 4 p.m. Waterford supporters travelling to the Gaelic Grounds have been advised to set off early in the day because of the bottle neck that their destination is with both teams’ followers heading in the same direction. Despite having been defeated by the same opposition in the 2015 decider, Waterfordians will travel in as much confidence as in hope as if anything the team has improved in the past twelve months. These are good days for Waterford hurling and Sunday may well be a special one indeed. Both teams will show little changes to last year’s line outs and when the dust settled in Thurles this time last year, the final score, the scorers and the teams looked as follows. Scorers for Waterford: Maurice Shanahan 0-8 (0-3f, 0-2 65), Kevin Moran 0-2, Austin Gleeson 0-2, Shane Fives 0-2, Patrick Curran 0-1, Colin Dunford 0-1. Scorers for Tipperary: Seamus Callanan 0-6 (0-4f, 0-2 65), John O’Dwyer 0-5 (0-2f), Niall O’Meara 0-3, Jason Forde 0-2, Patrick Maher 0-2, Michael Breen 0-1, Lar Corbett 0-1, Shane Bourke 0-1. WATERFORD: Stephen O’Keeffe; Shane Fives, Barry Coughlan, Noel Connors; Tadhg de Búrca, Austin Gleeson, Philip Mahony; Jamie Barron, Eddie Barrett; Kevin Moran, Stephen Bennett, Jake Dillon; Maurice Shanahan, Michael Walsh, Colin Dunford. Subs: Tom Devine for Stephen Bennett, Shane Bennett for Eddie Barrett (45), Patrick Curran for Colin Dunford (63), Darragh Fives for Jake Dillon (67). TIPPERARY: Darren Gleeson; Cathal Barrett, James Barry, Michael Breen; Kieran Bergin, Pádraic Maher, Ronan Maher; James Woodlock, Shane McGrath; Jason Forde, Brendan Maher, Patrick Maher; John O’Dwyer, Séamus Callanan, Niall O’Meara. Subs: Lar Corbett for Michael Breen (HT), Shane

Bourke for Jason Forde (67), Conor O’Brien for Shane McGrath (70). Referee: James Owens (Wexford). Attendance: 43,084 Deise hurlers have won the Munster title on four occasions this century, 2002, 2004, 2007 and 2010 as well as competing in five other deciders. Overall, we have won nine finals and no doubt all concerned will be giving their best to make it double figures in 2016. CLUB DÉISE FUNDRAISER COLLECTS €7,000 A packed Local Bar hosted the Club Deise’s Auction and Raffle last Monday evening with the handsome amount of €7,000 being raised by the generous county hurling supporters present. Guest speakers included Tomas Mulcahy from Cork, former players Declan and Seamus Prendergast and current management Derek McGrath and Dan Shanahan. MUNSTER FINAL TICKET PRICES Ticket prices are as follows: Covered (Mackey) Stand: Adult €35, Juvenile €5, Student/OAP: Purchase Adult tickets and receive a €10 concession at designated turnstiles prior to entry! Uncovered Stand: Adult €30, Juvenile €5, Student/OAP: Purchase Adult tickets and receive a €10 concession at designated turnstiles prior to entry. Terrace: Adult €25, Juvenile €5, Student/OAP: Purchase Adult tickets and receive a €10 concession at designated turnstiles prior to entry (Note – Tipperary have been allocated the Caherdavin End Terrace, Waterford have been allocated the City End Terrace). BUS TO MUNSTER FINAL JJ Kavanagh & Sons are the official coach carrier of the Waterford Hurling Team. If you’re a Waterford Supporter join them and travel with J. J. Kavanagh & Sons to Munster Hurling Final in Gaelic Grounds Limerick on Sunday, 10th July. Departing: Bank of Ireland in Parnell Street, Waterford Time: 10.00 am sharp to Gaelic Grounds Limerick. Returning: After the match. Price: €20 return Buy your ticket here to avoid disappointment: http://jjkavanagh.ie/match-bus-tomunster-hurling-final-2016 or call 051 872149 to book seat!

Hooli Long Puck and Family Day

Tipperary All-Ireland senior medal winner Shane McGrath (Ballinahinch) pictured promoting this Saturday’s Hooli Long Puck for the Kevin Bell Repatriatian Fund at Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds.

THE Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds will be a hive of activity this Saturday from 9.30 am onwards when the David Houlihan Memorial Long Puck and a family day takes place in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation fund. The response from the business sector in the urban area has been truly remarkable and it shows the high esteem in which David and his family are held in. As well as the long puck for children and adults, there will be many activities to enjoy during the course of the day, all organised by a group headed by David’s family. A social evening will be held in Lawlors Hotel from 8 pm to 12 midnight when a auction and a raffle will be held followed by some music by the Duggan Brothers. If you want to take your mind off the Munster final for a while, be sure and come along to join in and enjoy the fun and at the same time help a very worthy cause. The timetable for the day is as follows: 9.00 am – Registration of children

(children are to be registered by an accompanying adult). Registration Fee:16 and upwards = €10, 9-15 years = €5, Under 8 = Free. 9.30 am – Remembrance ceremony by Fr. Ned Hassett. 10.00 am – Age up to 8 years on top pitch with Liam Moore and crew. 10.00 am – Age 9-15 (teams of 3) to puck on the course laid out. 11.00 am – Age 16 and upwards (teams of 3) to puck on the course laid out. 19.30 pm – Lawlors Hotel for Raffle, Auction, Music, Food and Fun! OTHER ACTIVITIES: As the over 16 years Long Puck is underway, the BBQ and many fun games and activities will commence, with games such as; hook-a-duck, ball through tire, face painting and many more.These activities are for a very small fee (funds again going to KBRT) and a token system. 5 Hooli Tokens can be purchased at a fee of €2. Tokens can be cashed in at BBQ and Games. MEMORIAL TREE We will have a memorial tree at the grounds where we can write messages to our loved ones who have passed before us. These messages will be laid in a box and buried under the tree on the GAA grounds. RAFFLE TICKETS Raffle tickets will be sold on the day. €2 for one strip and €5 for 3 strips. There are some amazing prizes up for grabs including first prize of a night for two in the Cliff House Hotel, meal vouchers galore, Hampers and Gym membership to mention just a few!. RAFFLE AND AUCTION There will be a draw for the raffle and an auction on the night of the Long Puck in Lawlors Hotel (who kindly sponsored the use of their room). Kieran O’Connor from WLR sports commentator will MC the raffle and auction. Signed county jerseys including Waterford Hurlers, Dublin Footballers and Kerry Footballers will be auctioned, and also a combination of Local Hampers ‘Studio 80’ (Johnny and David Duggan) are providing entertainment following the auction and finger food will be provided on the night. DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP A special thanks is extended to all the local businesses who have showed incredible generosity with sponsorship and donations of prizes for the raffle and auction and food for BBQ and other refreshments. Sponsors: Paddy Foleys, The Local, Alice O’Connors, GSK, McGraths Newsagents, Noel Clancy (Heating and Plumbing), H Engineering and Ventilation. There has been donations of food and prizes from many local businesses!

John A. Murphy Memorial Cup AN attractive senior hurling tournament final between Dungarvan and Midleton will take place this Friday evening, July 8th in the Dungarvan GAA Grounds at 8 p.m. The winners will receive the John A Murphy Memorial Cup. Admission is €5 and Michael Wadding is the man in the middle.

Western Board Fixtures Thursday, 7th July The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship: Abbeyside v Kilgobinet in Fraher Field

Prizewinners at the Larry Quinn U-13 Hurling Skills County Final 2016 held in St. Molleran’s, L-R: Neil Collender, Cappoquin/Affane 2nd; Mark Dalton, Cois Bhride 1st; Evan Foley, St. Molleran’s 3rd; John Quinn, GDA. [Maurice Hennebry]

at 7 pm Dungarvan V St Mary’s in Fraher Field at 8.30 pm Friday, 8th July The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship Geraldines v Fourmilewater in Colligan at 7.30 pm Tallow v Ballyduff Upper in Lismore at 7.30 pm It’s feeding time for the junior proper clubs again in the ‘A’ hurling championship with big wins expected by Abbeyside, St. Marys and Geraldines. The Tallow v Ballyduff game has a more natural look about it with Tallow the slightest of favourites to win. The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Championship Abbeyside v Kilrossanty in Fraher Field at 7 pm Cappoquin v Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 8.30 pm. The ‘B’ hurling championship features two attractive fxtures. Kilrossanty’s only hurling team may well prove too strong for Abbeyside’s third outfit while the second game could be the closest encounter of the weekend with a draw not to be ruled out. The Shamrocks and An Rinn are favoured to collect the two championship points against Ballysaggart and Glen Rovers respectively. Intermediate Hurling League Modeligo v An Rinn in An Rinn at 7.30 pm Stradbally v Ballysaggart in Tallow at 7.30 pm Colligan v Tourin- venue TBC at 7.30 pm Saturday, 9th July The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Ballysaggart v Shamrocks in Lismore at 7.30 pm An Rinn v Melleray in Bushy Park at 7.30 pm

County Board Fixtures Saturday, 9th July at 7:30 p.m. Ballygunner v Tallow in Ballygunner, Roanmore v Abbeyside in Cleaboy, De La Salle v Portlaw in Gracedieu, Fourmilewater v Mount Sion in Ballymacarbry. Phelan Cup Senior Football League: Friday, 8th July at 6:30 p.m. St. Saviours v Brickey Rangers in Ballybeg JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship: Wednesday, 6th July (Division One –

Semi-Finals) Ballinacourty v Dungarvan in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. The Nire v Gaultier in Lemybrien at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, 6th July (Division Two – Quarter-Finals): St. Saviours v St. Patricks in Lemybrien at 7 pm, Portlaw/Ballyduff v Ardmore in Bushy Park at 7:30 pm Wednesday, 6th July at 8:30 pm (Division Three – Co. Final)

Cois Bhride v Kilrossanty in Fraher Field THE delayed minor football championship is back up and running with reigning champions Ballinacourty favoured to beat Dungarvan in their semi final clash at the Fraher Field while the Nire v Gaultier game should be a much tighter affair. Two years ago in the under 16 grade, the county final pairing was Ballinacourty and Gaultier. Another closely fought minor game should be the Division 3 final. When the teams met in the Group stages, the match ended in a draw at 4-9 apiece.

Scór Na Seachtaine THOMAS Douglas’ 39th minute point from play for Waterford in the Munster Minor Hurling semi-final game against Limerick in Walsh Park last Wednesday.

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 Gordon Cup Senior Football Replayed Final between Brickeys and Kilrossanty on Sunday, July 2nd, 1961.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of the late Ned Curran, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, who died recently. Ned was very much involved in underage work with the local Kilmacthomas club in years gone by.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Nire/Fourmilewater MUNSTER HURLING FINAL As you are all aware, this Sunday, July 10th is the Munster Hurling Final. Waterford travel to Limerick to take on Tipperary. We have two players on the Waterford panel Jamie Barron and Conor Gleeson. It is something that we are all very proud of. To see yet again players from our club contributing to the success of the Waterford hurlers is tremendous. In recent years we have seen players like Liam Lawlor, Shane Walsh and Brian Wall play their part in Waterford's hurling success. Jamie has had another outstanding year so far and has played a crucial role in Waterford's success. Conor has come on in a number of games and he too has shown that he has a long and bright future ahead of him on the Waterford team. We would ask all our members to wish the two lads the very best of luck and as a show of support get your blue and white flags out. Come Sunday evening, Waterford may yet again be kings of Munster. WATERFORD MINOR HURLERS Hard luck to Tom Barron, Dylan Guiry and the Waterford Minor Hurlers who lost out to Limerick last week in the Munster semi-final. MINOR FOOTBALL Best of luck to our minor footballers who travel to Lemybrien this evening to take on Gaultier in the county semi-final. Throw-in is at 8:30 p.m. Please come along and support the boys. SARGENT CUP Well done to our Senior hurlers who travelled to Ballyduff last Thursday and recorded a fine 117 to 2-12 victory. Team: Stephen Ryan, D. Ryan, T. O’Gorman, C. Mulcahy, G. Hearne, Shane Ryan, P. Lawlor, S. Walsh, M. O’Gorman, J. Mulcahy, A. Condon, L. Cooney, K. Brazil, J. P. Fitzpatrick and L. Carroll. Sub: C. Ryan.

ANNUAL GILLIAN MOORE TOURNAMENT Ballymacarbry Ladies Football Club’s annual Gillian Moore Memorial Match took place last Friday evening in the Millfield. Ballymac won Gillian Moore tournament beating Limerick with Kelly Ann Hogan picking up player of the match. Thanks to all of the people that helped on the night Our U-8's and U-10's played before the Senior Game. It was a great evening of football to honour the memory of Gillian. FOURMILEWATER 45 CARD RESULTS 1st Maurice Prendergast and Mary Ryan. Ollie and Seamus O’Neill. Lucky Tables: Nellie Nugent and Kathleen Corbett. Pat and Mary Guiry FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT No winner. Four by €37.50. Lonán Carroll, Alan Walsh, Tommy Halpin, Olan Doocey. Numbers 6, 11, 25. Next week jackpot €900. NIRE WEEKLY LOTTO No winner. 4 x €25. Alice Ryan, Nire Rd; Tom Ryan c/o DD; Fintan Gillman Clonanav; Paddy 'Tyler' Walsh, St. Martin's Place. Numbers drawn 6, 12, 18. Next week’s jackpot €600. NEW WEBPAGE Delighted to announce that at last the Nire/Fourmilewater webpage is up and running. You can access the page at http://www.nirefourmilewater.gaa.ie The webpage is in its infancy and over the coming days and weeks we will be updating it. Please be patient but at least we are on the World Wide Web!. Spread the word. NIRE FOURMILEWATER JUVENILE NOTES Under 13 Hurling: Well done to our U-13 hurlers who had a fine win over Cappoquin last Monday evening in the Millfield. The boys showed great character to come back from a poor start to record a fine win over a good Cappoquin side. U-12 Hurling: Well done to our U-12s who finished off their hurling year with a fine win over a very good St Oliver's side last Wednesday in the Millfield. Thanks to Claire Byrne, Eoin Wall and Declan Spelman for all their work with the players. U-11 Hurling: Hard luck to our U-11s who lost out narrowly to Abbeyside last Sunday morning. Oisin Walsh: Best of luck to Oisin Walsh who takes part in the primary game at half-time in next Sunday's Munster Hurling Final Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. 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. Training – U-13: Our U-13 Train every Wednesday at 7 pm in the Milfield €1. U-11/12: Our U-11/12 training continues every Monday in the Millfield between 6-7 pm €1. Our U-9/10 training continues every Thursday between 5/6 pm in the Millfield. 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.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Kill Kill JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our junior footballers took on Ferrybank last Tuesday night and were beaten on a scoreline of 3-11 to 1-6. The team were short a lot of regular players due to holidays and injuries. A poor first half cost them dear with the concession of three goals leaving the team with a mountain to climb, with the half-time score 3-7 to 0-2. The second half was a different story, after a few positional switches Kill completely dominated possession and with Anthony Raher kicking some fine points and a David Casey goal closed the gap leaving the final score Kill 1-6; Ferrybank 3-11. Team: Wally O’Neill, Paudie Torpey, Jim Murphy, Brendan Mooney, Colm Casey, Brian Flynn, Ger Mooney, Davy Gooney, Stevie Kirwan, Peter Torpey, John Phelan, Anthony Raher, David Casey, Olly St. John, David Casey.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL A much improved performance from our junior footballers saw them defeat Mount Sion last Friday night. This was a hard working and whole hearted performance from the whole team. It was Mount Sion who opened the scoring with a point. Kill took the lead when Michael O’Brien goaled and when Mark O’Rourke added a point from a free it left the half-time score 1-1 to 0-2. Kill started the second half brightly moving the ball well and this was rewarded when debutant Shane Kearney goaled. A long ball into the square was fielded by Michael O’Brien who was fouled from the penalty spot he blasted the ball to the net. Ger Mooney added a point from a free to put us 6 clear. But it was Mount Sion who took control scoring 1-3 without reply. Some great defending from our backs and with Brendan Mooney impressing in goal we held on for the win on a scoreline of 3-2 to 1-7. Team: Brendan Mooney, Paudie Torpey, Jim Murphy, Colm Casey, Stevie Kirwan, Mark O’Rourke, Ger Mooney, Brian Flynn, Davy Gooney, Peter Torpey, John Phelan, Ben Hazel, David Casey, Michael O’Brien, Shane Kearney.

LOTTO At the lotto held in Kirwan’s Bar last Monday night we had no winner or match 3. Our 2 lucky dip winners were Hannah Power and Eimear Corcoran and Abi Doyle. The numbers drawn were 23, 25, 28 & 29.

C.L.G Na Rinne Rinne CLG na PEIL SINSEAR Thug An Rinn aghaidh ar Naomh Slánaitheoir i mbabhta 3 den craobh comórtas peile sinsear thíos sa Choill ar 23/6/16. Bhí an lámh in uachtar ag leaids na Rinne ó thús go deiridh agus thugadar árd taispéantas peile ar an oíche.an scór deiridh a bhí ann: An Rinn 2-15; Naomh Slánaitheoir 0-9. Tá An Rinn anois cáilithe go dtí na babhtaí ceannais agus tá dhá cluiche fós acu sa ghrúpa i gcoinne An Uidhir agus Árdmhór. Níl aon dátaí go fóill do na cluichí seo. PEIL SÓISEAR Cill Rosanta a bhí mar cuairteoirí go dtí Páirc Uí Shíothcháin an Aoine seo caite 1/7/16 i mbabhta 4 den craobh comórtas peile sóisear. Le cúpla blian anuas tá leaids na Rinne tar éis cailliúnt go dona go dtí leaids na gCumarach sa comórtas seo mar sin bhí sé soiléir go raibh na leaids dírithe isteach go mór ar an cluiche seo agus ag iarraidh bua a fáil. Thugadar taispéantas iontach ar an oíche agus d'imir siad ard caighdéan peile agus bhuadar go h-éasca sa deiridh. An Rinn 2-11; Cill Rosanta 1-5 IOMÁINT IDIRMHÉANACH Tá na leaids ag tabhairt aghaidh ar Má Dheilge an Aoine seo chugainn 8/7/16 thuas i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin sa sraith iománaíochta idirmhéanach. Beidh an cluiche ag tosnú ag 7.30 pm. COMHBHRÓN Ba mhaith le gach éinne sa chlub comhbhrón a ghabháil go dtí Muintir Uí Chionnfhaolaidh, Baile na nGall, ar bás Agnes Uí Chionnfhaolaidh a tharla le déanaí. Ar dheis go raibh a hanam uasal.

Modeligo MODELIGO SUMMER CAMP 2016!!! Dear Parents / Guardians: The parish of Modeligo will AGAIN host a Summer Camp this coming July in Modeligo Community Field. The camp will run for five days, from Monday, July 11th to Friday, July 15th, starting at 10 am and ending at 2 pm daily (except on the final day, when the camp will end at 1 pm). The camp is open to school-going children, boys and girls, up to a maximum age of 14. Activities will be based on the training and development of GAA skills, as well as other outdoor sports and games. Children will be supervised by appointed coaches each day. The main objective of the camp is to give local kids organised, fun activities while at the same time, promoting sport in our community. The fee for the week will be CONSIDERABLY LOWER than other Summer Camps, the cost per family is as follows: 1st Child; €30; 2nd Child; €30; 3rd Child; €20. (Max. cost per family: €80).

Kilrossanty Brickeys U-8 girls at the Waterford Ladies football blitz in Dungarvan.

What will the kids need??? Kids attending the camp each day will need the following; • A packed lunch with drinks/juices. NO GLASS BOTTLES PLEASE! • Football boots or runners • Football gloves (these are optional) • Hurleys and hurling helmet • On wet days, kids may need a change of clothes • Medication, such as inhalers - if these are required, it is VITAL that parents ensure that their child carries them • A lift to and from the camp - it is the parent/guardians responsibility to ensure that their child/children is delivered and collected on time from the camp each day. Children cannot be left unattended at the Community Centre. Note to parents: The organising committee of Modeligo Summer Camp will operate a strict policy regarding discipline. Parents should be aware that no disruptive behaviour will be tolerated, and may result in the child being excluded from some activities or, as a last resort, asked not to attend next day. Also, application forms request daytime contact numbers for parents / guardians in the event of a child needing to be collected unexpectedly for any reason. Please ensure that these are provided. It is also advisable to have the kids at the camp early on the first day, to ensure the smooth running of the days events. If interested in enrolling your child please fill in an application form, which can be provided on request by contacting Micheál Power on 087 2892116 and return it as soon as possible to the return address listed. All details for enrollment will accompany the forms.

Phobal Sean Phobal Sean JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPONSHIP Na Seamróga 0-9; An Sean Phobal 0-8 Bhí gach seans againn an cluiche seo a bhuachaint ach má tá an fhírinne á innsint againn is ar éigean a bheadh sé tuillte againn. B'fhéidir gur cheapamar go mbuadhfadh an ghaoth dúinn é sa dara leath ach tá fhios ag an saol nár thárla sé sin riamh. Braitheann an toradh i gcónaí ar an taispeántas ón bhfoireann. The score stood at 0-7 to 0-3 in Shamrocks favour at half-time with three well worked scores into a strong breeze from Guiry, Healy and French.The general feeling was that with the aid of the strong breeze we would pick off sufficient scores in the second half. We dont need to be a Joe Brolly to know that the wind never won a game for any team. It will give assistance to a team with a good plan and it can play havoc with a team with a bad plan. The signs were ominous when the Knockanore boys hit two early points on the restart and instead of cool heads we may have pressed the panic button. Then we hit four good points on the trot from Graham, Diarmaid (two frees) and Pádraig to leave two points between us with ten minutes remaining. Many Hail Mary balls were carried in the wind before Diarmaid eventually brought it back to one point but we could not nail an equaliser. Fair dues to Shamrocks for the usual spirited show and no little skill. Beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach. An Foireann: A. Ó Riordáin, L. Ó Raghlaigh, R. Turraoin T. Ó Gealbháin. S. Ó Conbhaidhe, S. De Paor, A. Breathnach, S. Ó Flaitheabháin, A. Mac Gearail, R. Stillwell, P. Ó hÉalaithe (0-2), D. Ó Cuirrín (0-3), B. Frinnseach (0-1), G. Ó Gadhra (0-2), S. De Paor. Fir ionaid: A. De Paor, D. Ó Murchú.

NEXT UP It looks like a gap of a few weeks to our next championship outing so hopefully we might get a tournament game thrown in to keep the pot boiling!

SUPPORTERS Was it my imagination or did we have a few extra supporters last weekend? Let's keep it going now over the next few months. There are big games coming and as I said last week, strong support can make a difference. Ní neart go cur le chéile! Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine! You get my drift? MUNSTER FINAL Go neirí go geal le Portláirge i gcraobh na Mumhan ar an Domhnach seo chugainn. Hope all those travelling from the area will have a great day and that we can rejoice in Munster medals coming to Clashmore with Brian and Tadhg as we did so often for Ardmore's finest - Clinton, Declan and Seamus.

Brid Naomh Brid LEAGUES We have now finished an enjoyable Under 12 Hurling campaign and we will be starting the football league next week away to Ardmore. Date has to be finalised for this game and texts will be sent out, we have a bye for second round. Football training on Tuesday evenings 6.30 to 7.30 pm in Modeligo. Under 13 hurling, next match on Monday, July 11th we play Fourmilewater in Modeligo at 7 pm, then away to an Gaeltacht on Monday, July 25th. ST. PATS CHALLENGE On Wednesday last the Under 12 team had a challenge with St. Pats in Bohadoon and it turned out to be a great occasion for all involved. We played first half hurling and second half football and after a super game it ended up all square at 4-7 each. Thanks to St. Pats for lending some players to us for the game, Adam in the hurling and Aoife in the football. After the game St. Pats had laid on refreshments for all and allied with some beautiful sunny weather, it was lovely evening for both players and parents. Big thanks to St. Pats for arranging it all, Maurice and John the mentors, Kevin the referee, Olivia and all the parents that helped to lay out the refreshments. Well done to all the players also, including the girls from St Pats who are just as competitive as the boys. OUTDOOR TRAINING Training for all groups from under 12 down will be in Modeligo pitch every Tuesday evening from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm. Under 13/14 have hurling training each Wednesday evening in Touraneena pitch at 7 pm. CUL CAMP 2016 This year the Cul Camp will be held in Bohadoon on the week commencing on Monday, August 1st. Camp Co-ordinator is Mary Fahey (0872813935).

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet JUNIOR HURLING Our next fixture will take place on the 7th of July in the Fraher Field at 7 p.m., where we will play Abbeyside in Junior Hurling. Please come along and support the lads. TRENCH MASS The trench mass will take place on Thursday, the 7th July at 7.30 p.m. SYMPATHY On behalf of all associated with our Club, we would like to express our sincerest sympathies Mrs. Cliona Nugent and the Curran family, Kilmacthomas on the death of her father Mr. Ned Curran RIP. CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to congratulate Toby and

Lee O’Brien on the birth of there son Jacob.

John John Mitchels Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL This Saturday we play Kill at 7:30 pm in Kilmac. Please come out and support the lads in their first championship game. UNDERAGE Training every Thursday at 6:30 pm. With the u-11 and u-12 leagues starting soon it is important that all these players make it to training over the coming weeks. MUNSTER FINAL Best wishes to our hurlers on Sunday in Limerick. We have a big contingent heading from the club. Tickets can still be purchased through SuperValu and Centra as club order is completed.

Upper Ballyduff Ballyduff Upper SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE / SARGENT CUP Our senior hurlers played their final two league games over the past week. On Thursday evening in Ballyduff we lost out to Fourmilewater on a scoreline of 1-17 to 2-12. On Saturday night we made the trip to Ballygunner and ran out 224 to 1-19 winners. Having lost to Passage earlier in the year and recording a win and a draw against Tallow and Mt. Sion respectively we finish the league section on 5 point which won’t be enough to make the knock out stages. Our next senior hurling championship fixture is pencilled in for the weekend of the 23rd /24th of July where we will play the re-fixed round 1 game versus Dungarvan. Note this fixture is dependent on the results of the Munster Senior Hurling Final and the Munster U-21 semi-final. JUNIOR HURLING Our junior hurlers take on Tallow in Lismore on Friday night, 8th July at 7:30 p.m. in what will be their first championship outing of the year having conceded the first round game to St. Mary’s a few weeks ago. MUNSTER FINAL Best wishes to the Waterford Senior Hurlers in their Munster Senior Hurling Final v Tipperary on Sunday and in particular to Mikey Kearney and Tommy Byrne.

St. St. Olivers Olivers U-10 We had a great night in Ballinameela last Wednesday winning the Western championship after playing nine games unbeaten a great achievement for these young boys. When all matches had concluded Colette presented the trophy to our joint captains Shane and Eoin and we'd like to thank Colette for her hard work in running such a tournament. A special thanks to all the parents who helped out with baking and serving refreshments on the night and our two referees Kevin and Donagh, thank you. MINOR We bowed out of this year’s championship with a loss to Ardmore on Sunday morning. The boys gave a great account of themselves on the day and only for our injures the result could have been different. We turn our attentions now to hurling and will be playing in the next few weeks. ST. OLIVERS LADIES A meeting will be held to discuss the future of Aglish Community Centre this Wednesday, 6th July at 8.30 pm. We would appreciate if you could make this meeting. Everyone welcome.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 July, 2016

Brickey Rangers LOTTO No winner of €3,100 jackpot numbers drawn: 5-12-14-20 €25 to each of the following: Liam O’Donnell, Deirdre Keane, Nuala Murphy and Paul & Judith Sheehan. Next week’s jackpot is €3,250 and will take place in The Enterprise Bar. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our Junior footballers kept on their winning ways last Friday night with a great win versus Gaultier on a scoreline of 2-7 to 0-9. Well done lads keep up the good work. JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior Hurlers take on Cappaquin this Friday in Fraher Field at 8.30. Please come and support the lads. PICNIC IN THE PARK The club is delighted to announce our club fundraiser Picnic In The Park on 17th of July in Bushy Park at 2.30 p.m. This will be a great day of music from our three wonderful The Cider Wasps,The Old Rogues and The Relics along with some wonderful refreshments this will be a day not to miss for young and old. Tickets Adults €10, U-18 €5, U-12 Free. Tickets available from Cian O’Haloran 087912493, John Harnedy 087 2589412, Matt Kiely 087 2964816, Mary McGrath 085 8000734 and Brian Hilliard 087 0998278. JUVENILE NOTES U-14 training every Monday at 6:30 pm. U-10 training Tuesdays at 6 pm U-8's football and hurling every Saturday morning at 10 am. U-8 and U-10 girls football training every Monday evening in Bushy at 6:30 pm KELLOGG'S CÚL CAMP Kellogg's Cul Camp will be held in Bushy Park week commencing 11th July. BRICKEY RANGERS SUMMER CAMP Brickey Rangers Summer Camp will be held from Tuesday 2nd-Friday, 5th August. Application forms available from Albert McGraths Shop. WATERFORD COACHING & GAMES DEVELOPMENT Waterford Coaching & Games Development are running 3 weeks of Leagues in Walsh Park and Fraher Field for 12 & 13 year olds starting on Thursday, 7th July and the activities on Thursday will form part of National Recreation Week. On Thursday 7th, 14th & 21st from 3.30-5 pm all 12 and 13 year olds are welcome to come to Walsh Park or Fraher Field to play leagues. Players will play 3 games each week with prizes for individuals on 21st July. Players will get points for attendance and games played over the 3 weeks There is no cost to attend so feel free to come along starting at 3.30 pm next Thursdat, July 7th in Walsh Park and Fraher Field. U-10 FOOTBALL Well done to all Brickey players involved in the games. In particular well done to those u-10 players who pulled on the Brickey Jersey for the first time. All players and parents can feel proud especially as the quality of play improved considerably over the 3 nights of the tournament. Thanks to all players and parents for their commitment as well as Kilrossanty, Ballinacourty and St Olivers GAAclubs for hosting the nights.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connor’s where the jackpot is €6,600 as on Sunday night last Ambrose O’Connell was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 36, which when turned was not the Joker, though he did win €50. Michael Queally and Tony Brady won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket seller’s, tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar, Abbeyside Post Office and Crotty’s Corner Bar. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Friday night last our Intermediate Football played their last game of the group stages of the Western Championship against Dungarvan in Fraher Field. Despite playing very well for the hour, it was our neighbours who emerged as winners, and we must now await results in other games to see if we have done enough to qualify for the knockout stages of the championship. Team: K. DWANE, G. BREEN, M. LAVAN, D. HENLEY, N. DEE, J. ELSTEAD, C. KINDREGAN, L. HURNEY, J. BERESFORD, E. ENRIGHT, M. GORMAN, R. RYAN, E. KIELY, J. O’BRIEN, T. MURRAY. Subs: C. McCARTHY, D. SWEENY, C. O’DWYER

JUNIOR FOOTBALL We were defeated by Tallow in the group stages of the Western Championship on Saturday night last. SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE Our Senior Hurlers recorded a comprehensive win over Cappoquin on Saturday night last in the Sargent Cup and this Friday night we travel to Roanmore to play the home side in the next round of the Sargent Cup. MINOR FOOTBALL We play Dungarvan tonight, Wednesday, July

6th at 7 pm in Fraher Field in the County SemiFinal. HOOLI LONG PUCK As always this weekend being the weekend of the Munster Final is sure to be full of excitement as hurling fans look forward to what will surely be a cracker of a game. Why not get into the spirit of the weekend by taking part in the first Hooli Long Puck in Dungarvan GAA Grounds on Saturday July 9th, which is in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Held in remembrance of the late David Houlihan it promises to be a great success with entry forms available in Alice O’Connor’s and entrance is €10 per person. That night there will be the prize giving ceremony and raffle with wonderful prizes held in Lawlors Hotel, which should help get everyone in the form for the Munster Final the following day. For further information contact Michael O’Halloran. BOOKING OF PITCHES As teams start back training over the next few weeks we remind all team managers that they must book the pitches/astro turf with Michael Donovan prior to training and also managers are asked to remember that the main pitch remains closed until further notice. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night in the the CBS Hall with a jackpot of €1,900. JUVENILE NOTES U-12 Town & Country League: Our under 12 team entertained Lismore at the club grounds for our final game in the Town & Country League. It was an enthralling encounter with both teams coming up with outstanding scores. Our boys played very well throughtout the game and ended up victorious at the final whistle. Our team was as follows: Rian Cosgrave, Eoin Kiely, Jack McGrath, Rory Tyrell, Seánie Callaghan, Michael Walsh, Andrew Norris, Charlie Gough, Jack Kiely, Charlie Treen, Conor Bohane, Oisín Brazil and Aidan Higgins. Well done to all involved.

Under 11: On a beautiful sunny Sunday morning last (July 3rd) in Abbeyside the u-11's played their final Town & Country Hurling match against Fourmilewater. With two walkovers received, one win and one defeat, we wanted to finish with a victory and the boys duly obliged with probably their best performance for a long while when they beat a very strong Fourmile outfit and deservedly came away with the two points. Sean in goal made a couple of vital saves and with the strong defensive display from Jake F, Cathal, Jamie, Cormac and Kieran they kept the visitors chances to a minimum. Daniel and Jake O in midfield worked their socks off. Darragh W, Jack, Fionn, Brian and Darragh C caused their backline no end of trouble with a great forward line display. Conor, Ethan, Aodhan and Sam all played their part when introduced. Well done to all. Attention now turns to football but we'll have a couple of hurling challenges in the near future. Best wishes from us all to Sam Phelan who moves away this week. Sam made great progress when he joined the panel. Keep it up with your new club. Training continues Friday evenings 6-7 pm. MINOR Hard luck goes out to Darragh McGrath and Neil Montgomery who were part of the Waterford minor hurling team that lost out to Limerick in the Munster semi-final in Walsh Park on Wednesday night last. Both did themselves proud throughout the course of the year. Thank you: Thank you to anyone who helped out in any way to our flag days last weekend. This was a vital fundraiser and without help of parents and committee members this would not be possible to run. Academy: Our academy training sessions will continue this Saturday morning for players between under 5 and under 10 at the club grounds between 10.30 and 11.30 a.m. Under 16: Our under 16 hurling team were due to play against Passage on Sunday morning last but this game was postponed at Passages request. This game will now have to be scheduled for a later date. Under 10: Our under 10 team played a football blitz in Ballinameela on Wednesday night last week. After some great football being played on the night our lads came away in third place overall. They were also due to play a hurling blitz last night (Tuesday) in Carriganore. At the time of going to print the results of this blitz was not available but will be included in next week’s notes. Hurling on the Green - 2016: The summer holidays have arrived, so that means it is time for “Hurling on the Green”, the 2016 Edition. We really hope lots of children and their parents come out and have an action-packed fun evening during our annual community programme. Our 2016 schedule commences on Tuesday, 12th July in Tournore Court (inner green) covering Tournore Court, Tournore Park, Tournore Gardens, An Cluain Garbháin, The Burgery, Sallybrook, White Strand, Monksfield and surrounding areas. On Wednesday, 20th July, the fun will occur in Cruachán/River Lane. This session will cover Pinewood, River Lane, Cruachán, Monang, Southways, Strandside and surrounding areas. Our 3rd evening will be held on Wednesday, 27th July in McCarthyville covering Kyne Park, Murphy Place, Seapark, The Hermitage and surrounding areas. Our 4th evening will be held in Ballinroad in Páirc na mBláth covering Kilminion, An Grianán, Knocknagranagh and surrounding areas.

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An Rinn winners of the U-14C Camogie County Final against Abbeyside at the Fraher Field recently. Registration will open from 6.30 p.m. each evening with fun and games commencing at 7 p.m. Each session will finish at 8 p.m. sharp. Camogie – Féile 2016: The recent Féile was a great success and really put our young club on the map in the best way possible. Well done to all who worked so hard in making it such a success. Thanks to the families who hosted the girls from May, the members who worked on the organising committee, Abbeyside Juvenile club for their co-operation throughout and last but certainly not least our own under 14 panel who did us proud by the exemplary behaviour and attitude. A special thank you to Richie Walsh and Pat Earley who work so hard with this team and to Michelle Kiely who looks after First Aid at all our matches. Under 12: Our girls have reached the final of the B section with wins over An Rinn, Clonea, Tallow and Tramore. We lost to a strong Dungarvan side who we will now meet in the final. Munster Final: Good luck to Waterford in the Munster Final and congratulations to Ellen Power who takes part in the Primary Game, which is a much deserved honour for her.

Ardmore MINOR FOOTBALL Ardmore 5-16; St. Olivers 3-9. On Sunday morning last our footballers had a big win in the division 2 play-off match. We led at half-time thanks to goals from Michael O’Neill (2), John O’Brien (1) and James Flavin (1) on a scoreline 4-3 to 3-4. After having a 10 point lead at one stage St. Olivers scored three goals before Jack Walsh settled the nerves with two well taken points. The second half produced some good football with some fine scores coming from both sides. Match was sealed near the end with a fine taken goal from Jack Walsh. A feature of the game was that nine of our players were on the score sheet. We now advance to meet Portlaw/Ballyduff this Wednesday evening, 6th July, in the quarter-final. DEISE DRAW JUNE Congratulations to Declan Hurley on our only winner of €200. Reminder again to all our promoters to bring accounts up to date. COUNTY TEAMS Hard luck on James Flavin, full back on Waterford Minor Hurling team, who were narrowly defeated by Limerick. Best of luck to Seamus Keating and the Waterford Senior Hurlers in their quest for glory this Sunday in the Munster Final. I know you can do it. LOTTO RESULTS JULY 4th, 2016 Numbers Drawn: 10-14-16-17. Jackpot Not Won. Runner-up Prizes of €20 were: Frank North, c/o Quinn’s Shop; Declan Hurley, c/o Round Tower Hotel; Seamus Veale, c/o Round Tower Hotel; Tess Mansfield, c/o Grange Post Office; Tim Lehane, c/o Round Tower Hotel. GOLF CLASSIC Reminder to all golfers that our Golf Classic is scheduled for August 5th and 6th August, 2016, at West Waterford Golf Club. Team Entry €120 and Sponsor Tee Box €100. Hope you can join us. TABLE QUIZ Table Quiz on Friday,15th July at 9 p.m. in the Round Tower hotel in aid of Ardmore Juvenile GAA Club. €20for a table of four. All invited for what should be a great night. Lots of prizes. ‘THE ARDMORE GAA OLYMPICS’ Ardmore GAA are holding a great event ‘The Ardmore GAA Olympics’ on Sunday 24th July at

the pitch in Ardmore. The Olympics will consist of 7 fun events; football, tug-of-war, penalty shootout, sliotar through the tyre, hole in one, darts and finishing up the bar with a short table quiz. Points are awarded for each team for each event. Teams consist of 10 adults and with a great mix of events it is easy to score points! The cost of entry is €200 per team of 10 with a winning prize of €400 and plenty of other prizes on the day. There will be a full bar and food on the day. The event kicks-off at 12:00 and continues until 18:00. All teams are also included in the events raffle. Raffle lines are available in most of the business around Ardmore with excellent prizes such as weekends away and meals for two up for grabs! Please support this event by buying a line or lines for €2 each. All GAA clubs and businesses are invited to enter teams and this will be a great team building event for any club or business. There will also be plenty for the kids to do with the opportunity to use some of the events once the teams are finished. It will be a great fun day for all and all proceeds go to Ardmore GAA club. For more information please contact the committee on 086 398 9400 or email ardmoregaaolympics@europe.com

Clais Mhór/Cionn t-Sáile Beag RESULT The of Junior Football Senior Attached Championship match, fixed for last weekend, was conceded by St. Saviours. FIXTURE: JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg will be in action against Rathgormack on Friday next, July 8th, at 7.30 p.m. This match will be played in Rathgormack. BEST OF LUCK All roads lead to Limerick on Sunday next for the much anticipated Munster Hurling Final. Best of luck to the Waterford hurlers as they line out against Tipperary. Go n-éirí an t-ádh libh. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES Club Nursery - Hurling this Saturday! Our Club Nursery returned last Saturday and was great fun for all our boys and girls. Thanks to all who attended, our many 'helpers' and special thanks to our coaches Timmy O'Keeffe, Declan Allen and Oran Roche. The Nursery will run for the weeks leading up to the Cúl Camp and also a few weeks after hopefully. We had a great attendance of 19 boys and girls last Saturday and are hoping for an even bigger turnout this weekend. The Nursery is a fun, safe way for your child to start playing our national games or to improve their skills. All boys and girls aged 5-8 are welcome and as usual the Nursery is FREE to any player who is a member of the Juvenile Club. The cost of membership for new joiners or those yet to pay is a mere €10. We will be coaching HURLING this week so be sure to bring hurleys and helmets! Cúl Camp Getting Near! Our focus now turns to the Kelloggs GAA Cúl Camp which is only two weeks away at this stage. The camp runs from July 18th to 22nd and costs a mere €55 for five days coaching, t-shirt, half-zip and gearbag PLUS visits from Cúl Camp Ambassadors Tadhg Bourke and/or Austin Gleeson and other special guests. Congratulations to Brigid Foley on winning a FREE CHILD PLACE worth €55 at this year's Cúl

Camp. Brigid and many others entered this competition last week and we are very grateful for the support we received. Bookings can be made by visiting www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie and searching for Waterford camps or directly with Katie Fleming on 087-9499266.

Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray WEEKLY LOTTO Weekending 3/7/2016, numbers drawn on the night were 9, 14, 19 & 21. There was no winner of the €2,850 Jackpot. Consolation prizes went to Jim Coffey, Liam Power and John Begley. Next week's draw will take place in the Cats Bar, Melleray, on Sunday, 10/7/2016, at 9.00 p.m. for a jackpot of €2,900. Many thanks to all those who support our lotto on a weekly basis. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Our Annual Field day will take place in Melleray on Sunday, 17th July. Like previous years, we hope to have a large crowd in attendance with plenty of activities and events happening throughout the day for young and old, making it once again a great family day out. We will advertise a full programme of events in next week's notes. MELLERAY GLENROVERS OFFICIAL CLUB GEAR We are in the process of ordering Official gear for the club in the form of Polo Shirts/ tee shirts and 1/4 front zip up Tops for both Juveniles and Adults. It is hoping that we will be confirming in the next week or two with suppliers on prices and will have delivery of stock fairly soon afterwards. Anyone with queries for same or would like to place orders can contact Sharon Power on 086/4039270 or Pa Lyons on 086/8214284 for details. We will be organising another night for measuring/sizing of tops and the date will be posted in next week's notes. FIXTURES FOR COMING WEEK Hurling this Saturday night versus Ring in Bushy park at 7.30 p.m. and Football on following Friday night, 15th July, in Melleray versus Geraldines at 7.30 p.m. Your support for the lads would be greatly appreciated. BEST WISHES Best wishes to Waterford Senior Hurlers when they take on Tipperary in the Munster Championship in Limerick on Sunday, 10th July. Hopefully, we will have cause for celebration on Sunday evening!!

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Lotto draw 21st June: Numbers drawn were 4, 22, 24 and 25. No jackpot winner. Consolation prize €20 each went to Rachel Landers, Lismore; Mairead Landers, Lismore, and Paddy Roche. Lotto draw 18th June: Numbers drawn were 4, 7, 13 and 14. No jackpot winner. Consolation prize €20 each went to Nellie Devine, Mary B. O’Brien and Matty Meagher. Next Draw July 5th the jackpot stands at €8,750. MUNSTER FINAL The club wishes all the best to Shane, Stephen and Kieran Bennett and all on the Waterford panel and management in Sunday’s Munster Final against Tipperary in Limerick at 4.00 p.m. JUNIOR B HURLING Best of luck to our B team who are due to take on the Shamrocks in Knockanore this Wednesday night at 7.30 p.m.

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Sliabh Sliabh gCua/St. gCua/St. Mary's Mary's SLIABH gCUA CLAIM WIN Sliabh gCua claimed a comprehensive win last Friday evening when they were victorious over Lismore in the Cappoquin venue. A spirited performance saw the lads win on a 5-7 to 1-5 scoreline. Well done lads!! MUNSTER FINAL The club would like to wish the Waterford senior hurling team and management the very best of luck in their Munster final clash with Tipperary on Sunday. MINOR FOOTBALL After the weekend’s results in the Minor football championships, the semi-final are as follows: Division 1 Semi-Finals: Ballinacourty v Dungarvan, The Nire v Gaultier. Division 2 Quarter-Finals: Portlaw/Ballyduff v Ardmore St Saviours v St Pat’s/Naomh Bríd. Division 3 Final: Cois Bhríd v Kilrossanty All games will take place on Wednesday, July 6th. Best of luck to St. Pat’s/Naomh Bríd. DEISE DRAW Congratulations to Séan Flynn, Kilcooney who was top winner in last month’s Deise Draw, scooping €10,000. The club had 1 winner, congrats to Roger Kiely of Ballyguiry who bagged €200. All monies for the July draw to be with your co-ordinator by 25th July. Next draw takes place in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on 29th July. SLIABH gCUA/ST. MARY’S SPORTS PREDICTION The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club prediction competition has a new leader, John Morgan on 43 pts. Owen Barron has slipped to 2nd on 41pts, with five people (Jack Power, Margaret Grace, Olan Casey, Pádraig Ó Hartaigh / Don Sheil & Paul Byrne) sharing 3rd on 38 pts. Well done to all. Some Statistic’s: - Only 11 people out of 196 chose Real Madrid to win the Champions League - 90 people chose ‘Other’ for Ireland's 1st goal scorer at Euro '16 All entries and final standing league positions will be viewed on our website, http://www.sliabhgcuastmarys.com/sports-prediction-quiz/ The club have had some technical problems with their website recently but it has since been resolved. We apologise for any inconvenience. IOMÁNA SÓISIR A Best of luck to Naomh Mhuire who will play Dungarvan this Thursday evening. We as always, appeal for support for the team. Naomh Mhuire v Dún Garbhan. Ionad: Fraher Field. Dáta: Thursday, 7th July at 8.30 p.m. Réiteoir: Thomas Walsh. MEDIA NOTES If anyone would like to add information or notes through the Sliabh gCua GAA Club, please have no hesitation in contacting 087 9634993 or e-mailing sliabhgcuapro@hotmail.com. We can also be contacted through facebook/twitter.

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