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At the ‘WEEE are 10’ event celebrating 10 years of electrical recycling in Ireland was from left Minister for Environment, Alan Kelly, with school recycle champions, Annabelle Buckley and Lucy-Anne Byrne, from Aglish National School, with ‘Bosco’, the WEEE Ireland Battery Ambassador for Laura Lynn Childrens Hospice. [Naoise Culhane]

Aglish N.S. named top school for highest collection of waste batteries for recycling AGLISH National School was named as the top school in the country with the highest collection for waste batteries during the WEEE Pledge campaign over the past year. WEEE Ireland is dedicated to spreading awareness and the importance of battery recycling in Ireland at a grass roots level. By educating school children the aim is to start a legacy of battery recycling to be continued for generations to come. This year’s campaign is especially important as not alone will participants have the chance to help raise much needed funds for LauraLynn, Ireland’s Children’s Hospice, they will also assist Ireland in hitting a vital EU target. WEEE Ireland are calling on all primary and secondary schools in Waterford to do their bit for Ireland and help the country to hit the European

Battery Recycling target of 45 percent take-back in 2016. WEEE Pledge 2 is an initiative to encourage more battery recycling with school children and their families at the heart of the communities around Ireland. Every single battery recycled in schools, through the WEEE Pledge 2 programme, goes towards a monetary donation from WEEE Ireland to LauraLynn, Ireland’s Children’s Hospice. LauraLynn provides palliative care and support for children with lifelimiting conditions and their families. To take part, simply log onto www.weeepledge.ie and register for a FREE delivery of WEEE Ireland’s new ‘My Battery Boxes’. Once the school has over 10 full boxes, WEEE Ireland will then take them away to be counted and recycled. Top scoring schools will be awarded with spot prizes for their valued efforts.

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Increased powers to tackle illegal dumping By Paul Mooney WHILE it may not be possible for the local authority to erect CCTV on every pole in the county to detect illegal dumping, new legislation soon to come into force will allow the Council to investigate how each household is disposing of their rubbish. Cllr. Mary Butler said she believes the scourge of illegal dumping around County Waterford’s scenic spots is getting worse and there appears to be no real solution to tackle it. “I think we’ve come to the stage where we will have to name and shame people who are illegal dumping,” Cllr. Butler told the September meeting of Comeragh District Council. “I’m delighted to say we were successful in the Portlaw area recently, where there were a couple of issues and some people were fined,” she said.

“But I honestly feel at this stage that if we don’t name and shame these people, or be heavy handed with them, then it is just going to get completely out of hand. “Continued illegal dumping is ruining our scenic areas.There is constant dumping of black sacks, especially in wooded areas,” said Cllr. Butler. Cllr. Seanie Power concurred that illegal dumping was non-stop and said the scourge of black sacks being dumped ‘here and there’ was “a crazy situation”. Giving one example, he said someone had off-loaded what appeared to be an entire roof of a house in an area just off the R676 at Coolnahorna (Lemybrien to Carrick-on-Suir Road). “Whoever it was went to an awful lot of work. There was three or four tonnes of stuff there, including tiles and slates, and it was put into bags first before it had to be off-loaded and carried to the area,” Cllr. Power said. Continued on page 2

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY, will be a brighter fresher day with sunny spells. Dry apart from a isolated showers during the afternoon and evening. Highs of 12 to 14 Celsius in light to moderate southwest breezes. Wednesday night will be a mainly dry night and temperatures will fall back under clearing skies, down to between 4 and 6 degrees as southerly winds fall light. Then Thursday will be a mainly dry day too.Winds will be mainly light southerly in direction, and temperatures will be between 13 and 15 degrees. It'll be cooler in the northeast on Thursday night, with temperatures there between 5 and 7 degrees, but elsewhere in the country lowest overnight temperatures will be between 7 and 10 degrees. There is a good deal of uncertainty associated with the outlook period of this weeks forecast. Ex-hurricane Joaquin, currently in midAtlantic, will make its way eastwards towards Europe over the course of the next few days. The exact position of the centre of the storm later in the week will determine the weather over Ireland at the weekend. Current indications suggest Friday will be mainly dry for much of the country, although cloud with rain and drizzle in parts of the west and southwest are possible. Temperatures on Friday will be between 13 and 15 degrees and winds are expected to be light to moderate southeasterly, possibly increasing fresh Friday night if the centre of the storm approaches. There is currently too much uncertainty associated with the track of the storm to make definitive statements regarding the weekend but the possibility of a windy episode on Saturday and in to Sunday can not be ruled out at this point.

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Gold medals for Lismore and Ardmore at Tidy Towns Awards Dungarvan and Stradbally win silver medals By Paul Mooney THERE were gold, silver and bronze awards for towns and villages in County Waterford at the 2015 Supervalu Tidy Towns Awards. Lismore Tidy Towns, for the 13th consecutive year in a row, has been awarded a gold medal in the Tidy Towns competition, scooping a number of other awards as well, such as winner of the County Award; and a Gum Litter Taskforce Award both in village / small town category and national category. Ardmore Tidy Towns has taken its first gold medal this year, after having won silver medals for the past three years, while Tramore received a bronze medal for the second consecutive year in a row. Lismore was awarded gold with 321 marks, an increase of seven marks on last year’s result, in Category C. Ardmore took gold with 318 marks in Category B, an increase of six marks on last year’s result. Stradbally received a silver medal with 314 marks, an increase of four marks on last year; and Dungarvan also received silver with 304 marks, also an increase of four marks on last year. Waterford City was awarded a silver medal with 298 marks, an increase of five marks on last year. Tramore received a bronze

medal with 297 marks, an increase of six marks on last year’s result. Our neighbours also faired well in the competition - Clonmel took a gold medal with 317 marks in Category G;Youghal received a silver medal with 305 marks in Category E; and Kilsheelan in South Tipperary took a bronze medal with 312 marks in Category B. Lismore was announced as the winner of the County Award; while Ardmore and Clonmel received the Highly Commended Award; and Stradbally and Kilsheelan received a Commended Award. Clashmore which received a mark of 275 in this year’s competition, received an Endeavour Award, after adjudicators noted that it was a 3.774 percent improvement on last year’s mark. Clonmel was announced as joint-winner of a Regional Award for the South East, with Ballycanew, Wexford. Lismore also received the Gum Litter Taskforce Award for Village / Small Town Category and in the National Category. The awards were presented at the Helix in Dublin, last week, which was packed with representatives of TidyTowns groups, from all over the country. The awards were presented by Environment Minister Alan Kelly

and Martin Kelleher, Managing Director of SuperValu. The Tidy Towns Competition has been sponsored by Supervalu for the past 24 years. “At SuperValu we believe in building vibrant local communities and the SuperValu TidyTowns competition goes to the heart of what community is all about,” said Martin Kelleher, Managing Director of Supervalu. “The incredible dedication shown by the volunteers involved is truly admirable and continues to amaze us year after year. Their relentless commitment to working for the good of their local community is what makes this competition the success it is today.” The adjudication reports for each town / village are divided on a county-basis and are available to read on the website www.tidytowns.ie/reports.php. PRIZE CATEGORY POPULATION Village Category A: under 200. Category B: 201 - 1,000. Small town Category C: 1,001 - 2,500. Category D: 2,501 - 5,000. Large town Category E: 5,001 - 10,000. Category F: 10,001 - 15,000. Large urban centre Category G: 15,001 - 25,000. Category H: 25,001 and over.

Analysis of marks by town CATEGORY A Ballymacarbry Fenor Ballyduff Upper

MARK 307 290 250

CATEGORY B Ardmore Stradbally Villierstown Cappoquin Clashmore Tallow (Kilsheelan)

MARK 318 314 286 277 275 227 312

CATEGORY C Lismore Dunmore East Portlaw Kilmacthomas

MARK 321 266 257 252

CATEGORY E Tramore (Carrick-on-Suir) (Youghal)

MARK 297 273 305

CATEGORY F Dungarvan

MARK 304

CATEGORY G (Clonmel)

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CATEGORY H Waterford City

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Increased powers to tackle illegal dumping FROM FRONT PAGE “I’d say whoever did it must have had help. It is a scandal and a shame someone would do that,” Cllr. Power added. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said he believed its gone to a stage where culprits are not trying to find an isolated location anymore. “It seems to be just incidental dumping, it saves time, saves petrol - just dump it on the side of the road,” he said. He gave one example along the Clonmel to Youghal Road, near Modeligo / Ballymacarbry, which he described as “blatant littering” and “has to be stopped”. Cllr. O’Ryan said it wasn’t feasible for the Council to have CCTV erected on every ESB / telegraph pole in the county. “CCTV is good for blackspots, but when one blackspot goes, another blackspot appears,” he pointed out. However, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil said he believes CCTV is the answer to help tackle illegal dumping. “The Comeragh area has always been a blackspot for illegal dumping. I still believe CCTV is the way to go,” said Cllr. Brazil. “We proved that at the Bog Road in Lemybrien a few years ago.We have to invest in CCTV because if we don’t our beautiful Comeragh area will be destroyed with rubbish. “That is very unfair, especially with all the good things going on in the area and around the county.” Cllr. O’Ryan concurred, pointing out that the Sean Kelly Cycle Tour “is a brilliant

advertisement for the Comeragh area”. “The event is so well supported by both cyclists and the communities involved and the Comeraghs are a central location in the challenge,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “People love the Sean Kelly Tour and they keep coming back to it and the Council does a lot of work in preparation for it. Some people should remember that, because it is our selling point and they shouldn’t be dumping.” Cllr. Butler said the Council now needs to take a hard line on illegal dumping and request households to produce proof of how they are disposing of their rubbish. She said she was recently contacted by some residents in one area who were aware of a neighbour not putting out rubbish for collection. Cllr. O’Ryan agreed with the idea to ‘trace back’ how a person is disposing of their rubbish if they don’t have any visible collection. “It could be a policy we have in the Council, particularly for our picturesque Comeragh area,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Director of Service, Fergus Galvin acknowledged that illegal dumping is an ongoing scourge in Waterford, but the Council does try and keep on top of it. “When issues arise, we investigate it, remove the rubbish and try to identify and catch the perpetrators,” said Mr. Galvin. “CCTV works in some places,” he agreed. “But, as Cllr. O’Ryan said, you can’t put CCTV on every pole across the county. “When CCTV works in one place, it

moves the problem onto the next road or down the next boreen,” he said. Mr. Galvin pointed out that there will be new legislation in the New Year which gives the Council the power to demand from households evidence of how they are disposing of their rubbish. “It is a significant step forward because it will allow us to target particular households and require them to produce proof of how they are disposing of their waste in a proper legal way, either through a contract with a waste collection provider or other means,” said Mr. Galvin. “This new legislation will help in the pursuit of illegal dumping.” Mr. Galvin said the Council continues to target illegal dumping and encouraged Councillors and members of the public to ring the Council’s environment section if they come across any illegal dumping. “Unfortunately, illegal dumping is an ongoing issue and is not going away, even though we’ve had a good deal of success in terms of prosecuting people and issuing fines,” Mr. Galvin added. Environmental Inspectors with Waterford City and County Council continue to investigate incidents of illegal waste, littering, flytipping and illegal signage. Members of public are encouraged to report all incidents of illegal dumping or littering by contacting the environment section at 0761-10-20-20.

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Bank of Ireland hosts dairy expansion meeting in Lismore Case study focuses on cashflow and tax implications of dairy expansion as well as TAMs II eligibility criteria THE Bank of Ireland in Lismore hosted a meeting in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday night under the theme of ‘Dairy Expansion – A Case Study’. The event, which was very well attended by Dairy Farmers from Lismore and the surrounding areas, covered such topics as analysing cashflow, borrowing capacity and tax implications during expansion as well as TAMs II Eligibility Criteria. The event was chaired by Patrick Harrington, Bank of Ireland, Lismore, who outlined how agriculture is a key growth sector for the bank. This is underpinned by a

€1bn fund to support the ongoing development of the agri sector up to the end of 2017. There were a number of interesting speakers attending on the evening including John Fitzgerald, Agri Manager, Bank of Ireland who presented a Dairy Expansion Case Study which focussed on Analysing Cashflow and Loan Repayment Capacity during expansion. His discussion also covered how Bank of Ireland is responding to expected future volatility in commodity markets by creating new and flexible loan facilities such as its Agriflex products that allows cus-

tomers to temporarily convert their farm loan repayments to interest only during periods of commodity price shocks and/or spikes in input costs. These products have been strongly welcomed by farmers as it allows them to better manage their cashflow during periods of volatility. Eoghan Drea, Manager, IFAC, Dungarvan, provided a useful insight into alternative tax planning during dairy expansion. He also provided an analysis of the tax benefits when converting from a sole trader to a limited company. During a very detailed

Bank of Ireland Lismore Branch, left to right: Patrick Harrington, Branch Manager; with staff members, Maria O’Gorman, Bredina Whelan, and Mark O’Dwyer, who attended the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening. presentation, Eoghan highlighted that the decision to incorporate should be taken in close consultation with your tax adviser after all other options have been explored. Commenting, he said: “Farmers should spend a significant amount of time

considering their options prior to incorporating and I would encourage you to take advice from farmers that have already gone the Limited Company route”. Billy McCarthy, local Teagasc Dairy Adviser delivered an interesting talk on TAMs II Eligibility

Criteria, highlighting that over the lifetime of the programme funding of €395m would be available to Irish farmers. He encouraged all farmers looking to apply, to do so early and secure their funding after which they have up to three years to

complete the project. Following the presentation, there was a lively questions and answers session where queries focused on the pros and cons of expansion, investments that qualify for grant aid under TAMs II, tax planning and interest rates.

Left to right: John Fitzgerald, Agri-Manager, Bank of Ireland; Eoghan Drea, Branch Manager, IFAC Accountants, Dungarvan; and Billy McCarthy, Teagasc, who attended the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening.

At the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening are, left to right: Patrick Harrington, Branch Manager, Bank of Ireland, Lismore; Willie and Mary O’Donoghue; and Seán Murphy, Agri-Development Manager, Bank of Ireland.

At the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening are, left to right: Patrick Harrington, Branch Manager, Bank of Ireland, Lismore; P. J. Brennan; and John Fitzgerald, AgriManager, Bank of Ireland.

Patrick Harrington, Branch Manager, Bank of Ireland, Lismore; with Nancy and Michael Hogan, who attended the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening.

Maria O’Gorman, Bank of Ireland, Lismore; with Patrick Harrington, Branch Manager, Bank of Ireland, Lismore; and Deirdre Shine, Regional Area Manager, Bank of Ireland, who attended the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel last Thursday evening.

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By Paul Mooney A NUMBER of food producers operating in County Waterford have picked up top accolades at the 2015 Blas na hEireann Awards. Over 2,500 products were entered into the competition to win gold, silver and bronze awards in over 90 food and drink categories, which recognise passionate producers who create high-quality food and drinks and who are serious about promoting their fantastic products to markets at home and around the globe. The highly-acclaimed awards, which were announced at a gala event held in Dingle, Kerry, last Saturday, 3rd October, saw several local producers and their delicious products selected by a panel of 400 judges and chosen from the largest ever entry in the competition. The Blackwater Distillery, based in Cappoquin was named as the ‘Best in Waterford’ in the County Awards. Dawn Meats, Carroll’s Cross, Kilmacthomas, was awarded a gold medal in the ‘Beef - other’ category for their beef stir fry with peppers, while they won a bronze medal in the ‘Lamb’ category for their Lidl Half Lamb Leg. Sea of Vitality, which is based in Dungarvan, was awarded a bronze medal for its Irish Wholemeal Breadmix in the ‘Ready mix savoury’ category. Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur, based in Knockanore, picked up a bronze award in the ‘Spirits Dark’ category. The Pure Food Company, which is based in Dunhill and operates a stall at Dungarvan Farmers’ Market, was awarded a gold

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Left to right: Arty Clifford, Chairman, at the annual Blas na hEireann / Irish Food Awards, presents the gold award to Paul Power and Cian Hawes from Pure Food Company, Dunhill, for their sundried tomato and chilli pesto, at the annual Blas na hEireann Awards held in Dingle, Kerry, last weekend. [Don MacMonagle -macmonagle.com] medal for its sundried tomato and chilli pesto in the ‘Pesto’ category, while the company also picked up the accolade ‘Best in Farmers’ Market’ in the County Awards. The Sea Gardener, operated by Marie Power, won a bronze medal for their mushroom and olive caponata in the ‘Terrines and Pates Vegetarian’ category. Waterford City-based businesses also received accolades at the awards. Pip and Pear chilled baby food was awarded a gold award for its spiced apple and pear; a silver award for its ‘banana blue’; and a bronze award for its tutti fruity chicken curry in the

Baby Food category. Coffee House Lane received a bronze award for its 1690 Blend in the Coffee category. Éimhin Ní Chonchúir of Waterford Local Enterprise Office, which sponsored the Best in County and Best in Farmers’ Market Awards, said: “The LEO was delighted to work with Blas again this year and to sponsor some of the key county awards”. “The County is teeming with passionate producers and wonderful produce which the Awards help to showcase and promote. All of the county’s producers have done us proud this weekend,” said Ms. Ní Chonchúir.

Chairman of the Blas na h-Éireann Awards, Artie Clifford said the bar was raised again this year, both in terms of the number of entries but also in the increased diversity and range of the food and drink products being entered. “Blas is now in its eighth year and the quality and diversity of Irish food and drink products have wowed the judges once more,” he said. “We saw a rise in the entries in several categories like beers, coffee, charcuterie and dietary-specific products and once again the judges faced a challenge in selecting the very best. For the winners, the awards are known to help open doors

to new markets at home and abroad and I wish them well as they go forward with these awards to their name,” Mr. Clifford added. Blas na hÉireann, The Irish Food Awards, are the biggest blind tasting competition for quality Irish produce in Ireland, and the criteria on which the products are judged as well as the judging system itself, which was developed by Blas na hÉireann with the Food Science Dept of UCC, is now recognised as an industry standard. The awards are a fantastic opportunity to not only celebrate great Irish products, but also the local suppliers and the passionate individuals behind them.

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9/11 Memorial finds new home in Council Chamber A PIECE of steel from New York’s World Trade Centre has been permanently placed in the Council Chamber at Dungarvan Civic Offices. The World Trade Centre was destroyed by terrorist attacks on 11th September, 2001.

At the September meeting of Waterford City and County Council, held in Dungarvan on 10th September, last, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan noted the artifact in the Council Chamber. Previously, the artifact was on display at

Dungarvan Library, but Cllr. Geoghegan said it has now found a home in the Chamber, and in a timely manner, as the following day is the 14th Anniversary of the terrorist attacks on New York, where thousands of people lost their lives. Dungarvan is the only

town in Ireland to have such an artifact from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. The piece of steel was presented to the people of Dungarvan in September, 2013, by Bill Baroni, Deputy Executive Director of the Port Authority of

New York and New Jersey, and unveiled by the then Mayor of Dungarvan,Teresa Wright. The artifact, which measures 41 cm by 30 cm by 8 cm and weighs 61 kg, mounted on a concrete plinth, is a memorial to the victims of the 9/11 tragedy.

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Pictured are the Mulcahy Bible School of Dance getting ready for their performance in Disneyland, Paris. A group of 260 will travel on October 13th to perform in the Videopolis Theatre. This is the school’s fifth year performing in Disney. [John Power]

Rural Economic Development Zone (REDZ) funding for Waterford WATERFORD City and County Council is delighted with the funding received for the county under a pilot initiative to support the economic regeneration of rural areas. This initiative, titled Rural Economic Development Zones or REDZ for short, is aimed at getting towns and their rural hinterlands working together to boost economic development in those rural environments. Three areas of Waterford have been successful in being granted funding. The Copper Coast area has been granted €79,500, the Comeragh Mountain area €70,000 and the Blackwater River area centred on Villierstown some €22,500. The work to be undertaken as part of the Copper Coast funding will focus on creating a journey for visitors (local, national and international) along part of Ireland’s Ancient East from the town of Tramore which will act as a gateway to the attractions along the length of the Copper Coast Geopark through the development and installation of appropriately designed and branded directional signage. Interpretative signage at key attractions will then tell the story of each of the locations helping to bring them to life for the visitor. The funding will facilitate the furnishing of this hidden gem of Ireland’s coastline with appropriate informational infrastructure which will give visitors a complete experience of all the area’s sights, attractions and heritage. In respect of the Comeraghs area, it is pro-

posed to significantly upgrade the tourism product in the Comeraghs area, particularly by instituting and supporting a Comeraghs Tourism and Economic Forum, by ensuring a cohesive approach towards tourism product development, by improving and consolidating visitor information, by developing packages of activity opportunities including the development of festivals and events in the Comeraghs and by undertaking a cohesive and integrated marketing campaign for the whole area as a single unit. It also involves the investment in, and upgrading of, directional and interpretative signage in order to improve the visitor experience to the Comeraghs The Villierstown proposal involves the further development of the economic and educational potential of the River Blackwater through Villierstown Education and Culture Project working in partnership with Waterford City and County Council and other agencies. The intention is to improve the provision of services on and near the river and to provide a range of quality outdoor experiences for visitors to the area. These service will include a significant package of experiences for the purposes of education and training and will include such as boat trips, environmental and ecology experiences, sail training, camping experiences, improved access points to the river, improved river bank walks and the gradual phased development of Villierstown as a primary hub

in the development of a Blackwater Blueway. Councillor Liam Brazil, chairperson of the Comeraghs Municipal Area Council, expressed delight at the funding, saying: “I am particularly pleased at the funding for the Comeraghs and Copper Coast area, which funding will allow for the further development of these great places. Anyone involved in the recent wonderful Comeraghs Wild Festival will see what can be achieved when these areas work together for common purpose. This funding will provide the catalyst for further action and will also create a stronger connection between Tramore and the Copper Coast for the mutual benefit of both places” Councillor Tom Cronin, chairperson of the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal Area equally welcomed the news saying that the potential of the River Blackwater as a tourism destination has always been recognised but is only now being given focussed attention in respect of investment and development. “The River is a marvellous natural link joining places like Lismore, Cappoquin, Villierstown, Youghal and even Ardmore and Tallow indirectly and it makes total sense that its potential be harnessed in a unified fashion for the good of all the communities”, said Cllr Cronin. Further information may be sought from Waterford City and County Council via Richie Walsh at 0761099541 or Lisa Grant at 0761-099709.

Showing their support for the campaign with Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club members Jamie Kent, Billy Collins, James Coleman and Claire O’Donoghue as they launched their school year programme were representatives from An Garda Síochána, Superintendent John Mulligan, Regional Traffic Corps, Garda Mark Hobson Shaw, Garda John Duggan Gemma Jacob (Waterford City & County Council Road Safety Officer) and Martina Holden (TY) Scoil Mhuire in Carrick-on-Suir. [John Power] CARRICK-on-Suir Motor Club are using National Road Safety week (October 5th11th) as an opportunity to highlight their activities during the year ahead in the post primary schools of Waterford, South Tipperary and Kilkenny. Motorsport Ireland’s “Keep the Race in its Place” campaign is part of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile’s (FIA) support of the UN decade of action to save lives on the road and is aimed particularly at drivers aged from 17 to 24. On a local level the Carr ick-on-Suir Motor Club have been actively promoting the campaign since its inception in 2011 at their many events and through their school visits which are aimed

primarily at transition year students. The club members not only share the statistics of those injured, disabled and killed on Irish roads through speed but they will also bring along a road car and a rally car to the school with the sole objective of simply explaining the differences between normal road driving and competitive driving that the students might try to replicate on the public roads now or in the future. The two cars will be

used to demonstrate just how vulnerable drivers and passengers are in a standard vehicle compared to that of a specially prepared car for competition use. Students will not only learn about the extra safety elements in the construction of the rally car but they will also get the chance to experience first-hand being strapped into its competition seats while wearing a helmet with a head and neck support device. The club run entirely

by volunteers will also use the opportunity to emphasize the amount work that goes into ensuring motorsport events run as safely as possible in a controlled environment very different from anything the students will encounter during their everyday driving. Showing their support for the campaign with Carrick-on Suir Motor Club members Jamie Kent, Billy Collins, James Coleman and Claire

O’Donoghue as they launched their school year programme were representatives from An Garda Síochána, Superintendent John Mulligan, Sergeant Tony Merrigan, Gemma Jacob (Waterford City & County Council Road Safety Officer) and Martina Holden (TY) Scoil Mhuire in Car r ick-On-Suir which will be the first visit this term on October 14th. In order to spread the “Keep the Race in its Place” message throughout the catchment area of the club there are two more school visits already scheduled for Coláiste Eamonn Rís, Callan, Co. Kilkenny on 11th of November and St. Pauls Community College,Waterford on the 9th of December.

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Preparation for the European Championships began the in the Summer - while everyone else was enjoying their time off, the girls were hard at work in training sessions. In July they started vigorous training, with 8-10 training sessions a week. This training regime follows their very successful campaign in the World Taekwon-Do ITF Championships last May in Jesolo Italy, where Gráinne achieved a silver medal in the -45kg Junior Female Sparring and Katy achieved a bronze medal in Women’s Team Sparring. Team Ireland was ranked fourth overall in the World Championships, taking home five

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Crown Worldwide Holdings Executive Group, Woodhouse Estate, Stradbally (September 2015) – The Crown Senior Management Group taking an extended break from their conference for this photoshoot with Richard Cutbill. Back row: David Muir – Prague Crown Board; Rob Foote – Prague CFO Europe, Middle East and Africa; Shen Kong - Hong Kong CFO Asia Pacific; Hanneke Noort - Basel, Switzerland Crown World Mobility Director Continental Europe; Richard Willeter - Hong Kong business Development Director – Asia; Denise Guzzetta – Minneapolis business Development Director - North America; Daniel Halfpap – Frankfurt General Manager - Germany & Austria; Srinivas Krishnan – Mumbai Managing Director India; Andy Marshall – Dubai Managing Director Middle East; Fred Weijgertse – Amsterdam Managing Director Crown Fine Art; Barry Koolen – London Managing Director UK and Northern Europe; Chris Davis Pipe - Hong Kong Group Vice President IT; Matthew Crockett - Hong Kong Director Client Services Crown World Mobility; Phillip Britton - Hong Kong Group Vice president Records Management; Mark Ellis – Sydney Managing Director - Australasia; Paul Sullivan – Singapore Managing Director South Asia; Bernie Gurr - Los Angeles CFO Americas; Shan Norman - New York Vice President Client Service; Kevin Bolton – London Brand and Strategy Consultant; Norah Franchetti – Dubai Group Vice President Marketing; Magali Delafosse - Hong Kong Group Vice President Human Resources; Gary Maguire - Los Angeles Group Vice President Risk & Compliance; Raphael Baettig - Santiago, Chile Managing Director, Latin America; Patrick Groth - Hong Kong Crown World Mobility - Asia; Peter Sewell Director Crown world Mobility -UK & Northern Europ. Front row: Ronan Kelly - New York Managing Director North America; Pat Welch - Vice President Crown World Mobility New York; Paula Kupka - New York Director Crown world Mobility – Americas; Billy Wong - Hong Kong Managing Director Greater China; Jennifer Harvey New York Group Director of Corporate Social Responsibility; Gianni De Carlo - Zurich Business Development Director - Continental Euro; Sherry Liu - Hong Kong General Manager Greater China; Jurgen Zyderveld Zurich Managing Director - Continental Europe; Jim Thompson - Hong Kong/Stradbally, Crown Group Chairman Founder; Ken Madrid - Hong Kong Crown Board.

Stradbally carries the Crown for worldwide conference at Woodhouse

By Christy Parker

STRADBALLY County Waterford has been roundly acclaimed by some of the world’s top business executives after the village facilitated a high level economic conference recently. The event transpired to be a major showcase for the region’s attractions, with many who attended vowing to return for private visits. The seminar was held at Woodhouse Estate and hosted by its American proprietor Jim Thompson, founder and owner of the Crown Worldwide Group a global warehousing and transportation conglomerate with additional diversifications in areas such as fine art and wines. Crown Worldwide employs about 5,200 people directly across the globe, plus another 1,000 or so on contracts, though its Irish workforce

currently stands at just a 20-strong Dublin branch. The week-long, Annual conference saw over 40 of the company’s business managers convene at the 500 acre estate from all quarters of the globe on what is also the company’s 50th anniversary. “There were 13 different nationalities from about 25 countries,” Jim recalls. “It was a hugely successful event that covered many aspects of our business. Everyone went away highly motivated and I feel a lot of that was down to the environment and the ambience here as well as the fun they all had.” FRESH AIR For the vast majority of the attendance it was an inaugural visit to County Waterford and to Ireland and, says Jim, they were highly smitten. “We gave them all beautiful books on Ireland to help them understand this wonderful coun-

try but it didn’t take much convincing because they loved every minute of the place. The clean air itself was a tonic for people who often work in highly populated environments.” With prolonged business meetings held in a new meeting room converted from disused stables, the delegates did not stray far from their base. “About half of them stayed on the estate and half booked into Dungarvan,” Jim explains. Social and recreational highlights included “a lot of fun” at a music session in The Local Bar in Dungarvan and short trips to view the scenery. “We also had visits to the local pubs in Stradbally where the guests simply loved interacting with the local community,” Jim recalls. “We had a barbecue on the estate and music sessions in the house with Liam Clancy and family as well.

One of our two Irish managers attempted to teach everyone Irish dancing. We have it on video but it’s just too embarrassing ever to release publicly,” he laughs. TRACING ANCESTRY Jim Thompson bought Woodhouse in 2012, following a trip to midWaterford in search of his roots. “One of great my grandparents came from Dungarvan and the other from Bonmahon,” the American explains. “They married in Stradbally before emigrating to the New York/New Jersey area in the 1800’s. My father was 100% Irish as well, while my mom was Irish-EnglishGerman.” Accompanied by his English wife, Sally, Jim was researching his ancestry in County Waterford when the genealogist produced a brochure with the estate for sale. “I wasn’t looking to buy a place here but oddly

I remembered having seen it from the road during a visit in 1996,” says the 75 year-old. “Anyway the owner invited my son and I to stay for a night and next morning I decided I had to have the place! I bought it on October 1st. I didn’t tell my wife until afterwards mind you! She was shocked but very happy. She loves the place.” The 1600’s listed property includes a Georgian house, five cottages, walled garden, a river and a beach. Having purchased it for €6.4m, the subsequent three years have seen continuous refurbishment. “As regards the house, essentially we took out everything and restored it,” he elaborates. “There were several projects in progress simultaneously but it is practically all finished now.” COMING HOME Highly affable and humorous, Jim has lived

most of his life first, in Japan for 15 years and, since 1978, Hong Kong. He has spent about four months of each year at Woodhouse since his purchase, including three consecutive Christmasses. His two children Jennifer and James Jnr and six grandchildren have also visited the estate, where he employs eight staff. “I intend to spend more time here next year and thereafter most of my time here.” he predicts. He says he also hopes to expand the Irish branch of his business empire. The businessman is renowned for his philanthropy and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Society for the Promotion of Hospice Care in Hong Kong and chairs the annual Hike for Hospice charity event. He is also a member of the board of Hong Kong’s Salvation Army and he and Sally are

active members of Changing Young Lives Foundation, which brings help to the former colony’s 332,000 underprivileged children. During their brief time to date in Stradbally the Thompsons have made their property freely available for several fundraising events for local charities and causes. “We’ve had boy scouts camping here and the Waterford Gardening Club,” recalls Jim. “It’s not a public thing as such but we would take each case individually and help when we can,” he informs. Certainly many more visitors to Woodhouse can be anticipated. Jim recounts his parting message to the conference’s attendance. “I told them I hoped they had enjoyed their week at the new world headquarters of the Crown Worldwide Group!,” he laughs, not really joking.

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New bye-laws to encourage ‘higher level of responsible dog ownership’ WATERFORD City and County Council has adopted new bye-laws in relation to the control of dogs in public places. At the recent meeting of the local authority, Senior Executive, Ray Moloney said the bye-laws were placed on public display and two submissions were received - one from Waterford Animal Concern and a Residents Association - which were considered during the preparation of the final draft of bye-laws. Mr. Moloney said the Control of Dogs Bye-laws 2015 will create a single common set of regulations governing the control of dogs in Waterford City and County, and introduces a higher level of responsible dog ownership, such as the requirement for any person in charge of a dog in a public place to be in possession of suitable means to collect any faeces deposited by the dog in a public place; and the

requirement to keep dogs on a leash in parks, piers and places used for outdoor recreational or sporting activities. Cllr. Breda Brennan pointed out that dog fouling in public places is a huge problem throughout the county and city. Mr. Moloney said the Council has two dog wardens and five members of staff on the Environmental Enforcement Team. Cllr. Joe Kelly welcomed the new bye-laws, and concurred that the biggest complaint received by Councillors is about dog fouling. Mr. Moloney said the dog licence fee is used to fund the service provided by the Council and reminders are issued to dog owners when the current licence expires. “We follow up on those dog owners who haven’t renewed their dog licence,” said Mr. Moloney.

He pointed out that under legislation, all pups born after 1st June, 2015, must be microchipped. The requirement will then be expanded to all dogs in Ireland which must be microchipped. “We have the facility to identify the owner of a dog that is microchipped,” Mr. Moloney said. The mandatory microchipping of dogs will come into force for 2016, and will act as a deterrent for those people who abandon dogs, as well as identify dogs which pose a threat to people or livestock. Under the new regulations, it will be an offence to have a dog without a microchip. On the proposal of Cllr. John Hearne, seconded by Cllr. Blaise Hannigan, the new Control of Dog Bye-laws were adopted by the Council.

Waterford Council supports Donegal resolution on salmon licences A RESOLUTION from Donegal County Council, calling on the Department of Marine to reintroduce salmon licenses for fishermen who did not avail of the ‘Buy Out’ scheme, was supported by Waterford City and County Council.

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I believe that we, as a Council, should put our weight behind this Motion from Donegal County Council,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald. His suggestion was seconded by Cllr. John Carey, and supported by the rest of the Councillors.

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Time is right for Papal Visit II THE announcement last week that Pope Francis will visit Ireland in 2018 for the next World Meeting of Families has set the country buzzing and has sparked memories of the one and only visit of a Pope to this country. That Papal visit to Ireland was in 1979 and it brought millions of people to destinations around the country to see and hear the new and unprecedentedly popular Pope John Paul II talk directly to his flock instituted by St. Declan, St. Patrick, St. Kevin and a host of successors on this island over a millennium and a half. Irish people who never dreamed that they would see the Pope in the flesh flocked to Dublin, Galway, Knock and Limerick in their tens of thousands – more than a million to the Phoenix Park – in what was the greatest movement of people in this country since the Monster Meetings of Daniel O’Connell. The great visit was a staggering success and though tens of thousands fell foul of traffic restrictions and logjams on the roads, the Gardai did as promised and got almost everyone to their destination safely and on time. Coming home again was another matter. Yet no one baulked or wrote to the papers about the lengthy delays – up to ten hours in places – which kept them on the roads into the small hours of the morning on their way home. While many people called for a return visit by the then most popular Pope ever, the Irish Hierarchy did not favour it as it was felt that the euphoria or the crowds of 1979 could not be repeated. Now, however, comes a Pope who, many people feel, might just do that, given the experience in Philadelphia and other venues during the visit of Pope Francis to the United States a couple of weeks ago. Due to his many welcome pronouncements and his common sense approach to modern society and its problems, as well as the changes he effected in Church administration, many Catholics and those outside the

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Church are sitting up and taking notice. They are also taking heart from his honest and humble demeanour and outlook and many people feel that a corner has been turned in the two-thousand year life of the Catholic Church. There is little doubt that if his visit came today, there would be a widespread turn-out for his appearances. We can only await with patience what will transpire in 2018.

General Election looms REGARDLESS of whether the general election is called for next month in a quick dash to the country by Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, or whether he waits for early March to look for a new mandate, the campaign is already in full swing. With polls growing more favourable as each week goes by, Enda Kenny may be tempted to take advantage of growing positive economic climate and not wait to the last minute when some unforeseen negative event could spell disaster for his chances. Setting the date for a general election is, according to the Constitution, in the exclusive gift of An Taoiseach, but he will undoubtedly listen to his advisors before making up his mind. A long time and trusted advisor, one of the so-called ‘national handlers’ of the Coalition Government of the 1970s, Peter Prendergast is reported as having advised the Taoiseach to stand his ground and wait for the full effect of the economic resurgence to start to take effect

in the provinces. So far, only the cities seem to have benefited from the anticipated 7% growth this year and the advisor feels that there is an electoral harvest to be reaped by waiting to the last minute next March or April. One consideration of the Taoiseach will undoubtedly be the centenary commemorations of the 1916 Rising, which would involve him in many high profile events and cast him into the public spotlight, thereby enhancing his stature at home and on the world stage. However, this will have no effect on his electoral chances as the contest would undoubtedly be held before then. It may be that Enda Kenny would preside at the celebrations in his capacity as interim Taoiseach before the new Dail would reassemble, with what is expected to be a large number of independent and minor party deputies. It was also reported last weekend that the Fine Gael knives are out for Fianna Fail Leader, Micheál Martin and that he will be specifically targeted by the senior coalition partner in order to discredit him and his party. Micheál Martin is a popular, if weak leader, and has never attracted the same level of odium as his former cabinet colleagues. Consequently, he may be able to absorb at least some of the negative fallout from his being a member of the Cabinet which ‘wrecked the country and brought in the hated Troika’. Speculation will continue and intensify with the passing weeks and it may be that like Jack Lynch in the early ’Seventies, Enda Kenny may be forced to go to the country much earlier than what he might consider prudent. However, with the economy recovering again at a faster pace than anticipated, he may not consider an early dash such a bad idea. While the Taoiseach may once have appeared to be a complete puppet of his advisors, he has made several solo runs since and has wielded the axe on deputies – and even a Junior Minister – who defied him and sent them to the political wilderness. The country can but wait for the announcement which will set in train what may well turn out to be one of the most hotly and bitterly contested elections in our history.

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Baumann Jewellers gives power to Breast Cancer Research OCTOBER is Breast Cancer Month and what a great time to give something back to all those women who help keep

their business going, week in, week out. This year Baumann Jewellers, Dungarvan along with other members of the

WE GIVE POWER TO BREAST CANCER RESEARCH! For Every Watch Battery Changed Here During October,

We Will Donate €1 to Breast Cancer Research. Find out more about Breast Cancer Research at www.BreastCancerResearch.ie

Retail Jewellers of Ireland across the country are donating €1 from every watch battery fitted for the month of October. Last year, the RJI collectively raised €24,000 and their target is the same this year. All money raised will go to the Lambe Institute, University Hospital Galway which is the Breast Cancer Research location in Ireland. Their goal is to individualise treatment for each woman by understanding the breakdown of her genes and the type of cancer, saving having to give healthy women the wrong treatment thus making them more ill than they should be. “Call in during October and have your watch battery professionally fitted and help this very worthy cause. Our Breast Cancer Research collection box is on the counter if anyone would like to make a donation.” says Yvonne Baumann, Baumann Jewellers and RJI member.

Blas na hEireann Award for Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur WAT E R F O R D ’ S Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur produced by Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited was awarded the Bronze Blas na hEireann award in the ‘Dark Spirits’ category at the national food and drink awards announced in Dingle last Saturday, October 3rd. The awards are judged in a strictly vetted blind taste test by a panel of judges chosen from the food and drink sector in Ireland. In October 2014 Muldoon won the Gold Medal in the liqueur category at the Irish Whiskey Awards but in the Blas awards it was up against a variety of different spirits. Blackwater Irish Spirits Director Nichola Beresford said, “We were genuinely pleased to have made it as a finalist in the Blas na hEireann Awards as they are very well recognised in Ireland and even the finalist label is worth having. As we were up against such a variety of drinks from all over the island we didn’t dare think about a medal. We’re thrilled and particularly because Blas na hEireann is

all about taste! The competition is judged strictly by blind taste test so there are no marks for clever marketing or fancy bottles. An award like this is marvellous – it simply says that Muldoon tastes great and that’s really our biggest selling point.” The concept behind Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur is a simple one; it was created as an after dinner drink; a digestif to be savoured and enjoyed. It also has many other applications for cocktails and hot drinks and it works well in food, both sweet and savoury. With its very distinctive whiskey, toffee and hazelnut combination Muldoon is quite sweet on the nose, slightly less so on the palate with a warming aftertaste. Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur is stocked in most good independent off licences. For more details see www.muldoonliqueur.com find it on Facebook and follow on Twitter @muldoonwhiskey.

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Council in favour of having Director on PPN Limited Company WATERFORD City and County Council has expressed its desire to have a director involved with the Public Participation Network. The PPN will be the main link through which the local authority will connect with the community, voluntary and environmental sectors. At the recent meeting of the local authority, Councillors were told that the PPN would form a Limited Company with a Board of Directors, which have not been formed yet. The 'Waterford Public Participation Network' (PPN) is a new framework for public engagement and participation. It will involve more extensive and diverse input into decision-making at local government level in Waterford through the

involvement of sectoral interests. Mary Foley O’Hanlon, who gave a presentation to Councillors, to update them on the PPN, outlined the setting up of the Limited Company, which she said will take over from the former Community Forum. She said the Limited Company is being set up to employ the co-ordinators, Muriel Tobin and John Hawkes. While some Councillors questioned the setting up of a Limited Company, Ms. Foley-O’Hanlon said there was “nothing to fear” about a Limited Company, describing it as “merely a vehicle” and saying it will “not take over anything”. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan asked if there was much uptake from the old Community Forum.

Ms. Foley-O’Hanlon replied that all the groups which were under the former Community Forum are now signed up under the PPN. She said there was also a new drive on getting new members. Ms. Foley-O’Hanlon pointed out that a Board of Directors has not been formed yet for the PPN Limited Company, but the directors of the company who are appointed will be members of the PPN. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan noted that the PPN is partfunded by the Council and suggested that a member of the Board of Directors is nominated by the Council. “It is something we should communicate to the PPN that we would be in favour of having a representative of the Council on the

Board of Directors,” Cllr. Geoghegan said. His suggestion was noted and will be passed onto the PPN Secretariat. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald commended the voluntary sector for the work they do in the community, “Particularly in the last eight years, when they’ve taken up the slack of what the local authority should be doing”, he added. The PPN is represented on a number of bodies, including the Joint Policing Committee; Local Community Development Committee; Strategic Policy Committees; 1916 Centenary Commemoration Steering Committee; South East Region Drugs and Alcohol Task Force; Waterford Childcare Committee; and much more.

Three Councillors appointed to Heritage Forum THREE Council nominees were appointed to the Heritage Forum at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Council. The nominees, Cllr. James Tobin,

Cllr. John Carey, and Cllr. Jim Griffin, were proposed and seconded as the nominees representing the Council. There were three vacancies on

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UNICEF Ambassador appeals to Dungarvan shoppers

UNICEF ambassador and Irish rugby star Donncha O’Callaghan has appealed to Irish families to join with SuperValu, Dunnes Stores and other leading outlets in Dungarvan and elsewhere in supporting UNICEF in its efforts currently underway aimed at eliminating polio in conflict-torn South Sudan. There, UNICEF, in partnership with banana importers Fyffes, is attempting to replicate the outcome achieved in Nigeria last year where vaccinations were administered to over one million children thereby helping to eradicate the deadly

virus in that country. Recently returned from a fact-finding mission to the region, O’Callaghan asked Irish shoppers to switch their normal banana-buying pattern away from the loose variety to ready-packed bags branded with the ‘Freddy Fyffes’ motif. By doing so, O’Callaghan said, consumers will automatically support UNICEF by funding the cost of one lifesaving vaccination that will be administered to children living in known polio hotspots and in hardest-to-reach areas of South Sudan.

Coffey encourages people to utilise Connect Ireland initiative FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has called on people in Waterford to engage and use the Connect Ireland Initiative. Connect Ireland was established in 2012 as part of the Action Plan for Jobs and aims to utilise Ireland’s global network and create jobs around Ireland. “The individual who makes the connection stands to gain a reward from €1,500 to €3,000 per sustainable job depending on the value of the Connection and the timeframe in which the project will come to

fruition,” said Minister Coffey. “I would encourage Waterford people to use their connections in order to bring jobs back home to Waterford. We have an improving jobs situation in Waterford with IDA job announcements becoming a recurring theme and the connect Ireland initiative has the potential to enhance the number of jobs being created in Waterford and secure the economic recovery that is beginning to take hold,” Minister Coffey added.

Katie Nolan; John Keane; and Terry Clune at the official opening of the new offices of Monere Development Services at Tallow Enterprise Centre last week.

Pictured are Robin Walsh, Breda O’Keeffe,CRY, and Jamie Walsh presenting a cheque, the proceeds of the recent GAZ cycle and a collection held at the funeral mass of the late Eddie Walsh to Marie Greene, CRY. Also included are Michael Greene, chair, CRY, members of the Walsh famly and GAZ. [John Power]

The GAZ Cycle and Walsh family cheque presentaition to CRY PICTURED (front row) Robin Walsh, Breda O’Keeffe (GAZ CYCLE) Marie Greene (C.R.Y.) and Jamie Walsh presenting a cheque to C.R.Y. being the proceeds from the recently held GAZ CYCLE as well as a collection held at the funeral mass of the late Eddie Walsh who tragically passed away shortly after the cycle. Michael Greene, chairman of C.R.Y. said he never fails to be amazed by the generosity of families in times

of great loss and grief and added that the monies raised would help other families facing the sudden loss of loved ones in getting through very difficult and traumatic times. Jamie Walsh said her Dad passed away doing one of the things he loved best, cycling, and that he would be happy to know that his great sense of kindness to others continues on in his name. The GAZ CYCLE is an annual

charity cycle in aid of C.R.Y. and in memory of Gary O’Keeffe from Powerscourt who passed away in 2010. C.R.Y. (Cardiac Risk in the Young) supports families who have lost a loved one to Sudden Cardiac Death by providing cardiac screening to other family members as well as screening for young people experiencing symptoms, see www.cry.ie for further information.

Pictured helping with the Gaz Cycle 2015 were Brian, Tony, Johnnie and Davy Tobin and Michael Vereker.

[John Power]

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Council votes in favour of getting rid of Mayoral robes COUNCILLORS voted in favour of Waterford City and County Council not using robes for its Mayor when attending official functions. The decision was taken at the recent monthly meeting of the local authority. The Council’s Procedures Committee

asked Councillors whether they wanted to retain robes worn by the Mayor at official functions, or whether to get rid of the robes. In a show of hands, 13 Councillors were in favour of retaining the robes, but 15 Councillors voted against the robes. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan noted: “In the past, we

would have seen the Mayor of the Plenary body wearing robes [to official functions], but because of the decision we’ve taken here, we are not a robed body and the Mayor doesn’t wear a robe”. Mayor John Cummins noted that when the Mayors of other cities (such as Dublin, Cork and

Constructive start to dairy forum – Deasy WATERFORD TD John Deasy says last Tuesday’s first gathering of the National Dairy Forum “was really an introductory meeting about the structures involved and the role Government sees itself playing with industry

groups into the future. “It actually turned out to be a very constructive debate as to what measures might be taken to deal with the volatility we’ve been seeing in dairy markets for the last six months. I think

the forum will prove an essential mechanism for the Irish dairy industry to put pressure on the Government to take necessary steps when an intervention is needed,” he added.

FG Deputies John Deasy and Michael Creed – who put forward the idea for the new Dairy forum – pictured at the Department of Agriculture last week.

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Tremendous twelve months! IT’S hard to believe it’s only been 12 months since the Tourist Office moved from its former location to its new, bespoke office on Main Street at the entrance to Garvey’s Supermarket. Since the move the Tourist Office has stayed open through lunch, opens Saturday from March to December and has opened Sundays for major festivals and events. It has hosted three significant Tourism events, making use of the new space to welcome large groups of attendees and the Tourist Office Team have organised two further networking events for Tourism and Service Providers in Dungarvan & West Waterford. The Tourist Office has taken on many innovative projects including offering a ‘Meet & Greet’ Service to coach tours which would have otherwise passed Dungarvan, meeting them on the coach as they disembark in the town centre and giving them with all the local information they

need. The Tourist Office has become an important resource for the local community, serving a wide range of purposes including acting as a hub of ticket sales for countless events and activities happening locally. It has served as a drop off point for Shoe Boxes in the Children’s Christmas Appeal, become the place to hang your wish at Christmas on the specially designed tree and been a handy spot to return treasure hunt entry forms to on more than one occasion! The Tourist Office team has developed a Facebook page, publishing many interesting blogs and articles about what to do in Dungarvan on a wet day/dry day or as a family. They have also put together a comprehensive listing of all the places to eat in Dungarvan with a description of each. The Dungarvan Tourist Office has started a new strategy to engage more closely with Tourism Providers and support

them, by informing them of various events, activities and initiatives that would be of interest and concern to them. They have also encouraged co-operation within the Tourism Provider Community, particularly through referrals within the Tourism Industry locally to extend the stay of the visitor. The Dungarvan Tourist Office has liaised with events and festivals locally and has put together welcome packs detailing any information that visitors arriving to Dungarvan may need. All this while also serving over 7,785 visitors, booking 351 bed nights locally, and dealing with numerous phone and email queries on a daily basis! To say that the new Tourist Office has been a success is almost an understatement – as it becomes more established in its new location, its role as an important resource for locals and visitors alike continues to develop, finding new ways to serve

Dungarvan and West Waterford! The Dungarvan Tourist Office opens Saturdays, Bank Holidays and through

lunch, and the Tourism Team are always delighted to help with enquiries from visitors and locals, either face to face or via email and

text. Why not drop in for a visit today or contact the office to find out more about all the wonderful things Waterford has to

offer.058 41741 - 087 4639146 - info@dungarvantourism.com Happy Birthday Dungarvan Tourist Office!

Pictured (l. to r.): Jenny Nagle, Bridge O'Sullivan, Wini Swinburn, Roberta Foley, Liam Power, Jenny Beresford, Eithne Dee Walsh, Ian Tyrrell and Aine Daly.

Double the October Events Calendar for Dungarvan glory for and West Waterford Chamber Lismore IT was a proud day for Lismore at the Tidy Towns Awards where it was announced as winner of the Gum Litter Taskforce sponsored Village and Small Town award and overall winner of the Gum Litter Taskforce 2015 award. The South East winning streak continued with Wexford town claiming a win in the Large Town and Urban Centre category.This was the third year Wexford town has won this particular award and they are also previous winners of the Large Town award. This year’s awards were announced in a ceremony held in the Helix, Dublin, on 28th September 2015. The Gum Litter Taskforce sponsored category recognises the country’s towns and villages which are striving to eliminate littered gum through the implementation of awareness initiatives and enabling best practice. The Gum Litter Taskforce award is divided into two categories with a prize of €2,000 for each winner. There is an additional prize of €1,000 which is awarded to the overall winner of the Gum Litter Taskforce category.The awards are part of the wider Gum Litter Taskforce (GLT) “Bin Your Gum When You’re Done” campaign with online, TV and poster advertising, a “Bin Your Gum When You’re Done” game which is available free to download from the App store and Google Play, a dedicated website www.gumlittertaskforce.ie and Facebook page www.facebook.com/ binityourway. Speaking about the awards Paul Kelly, Chairman of the GLT, said, “It is great to see so many communities get involved in the Tidy Towns initiative every year. We firmly believe that through education and working together we can tackle the issue of litter and that is exactly what the winners have done here.” The GLT have been sponsoring a category award in the Tidy Towns competition since 2007 as part of their ongoing initiative to raise awareness of the issue of littered gum.This award recognises the local organisations that work tirelessly to reduce the incorrect disposal of litter on the streets of Ireland’s towns and villages.

POST BUDGET ANALYSIS BREAKFAST WITH FDC ACCOUNTANTS When:Wednesday, 14th October, 2015. Time: 7.30 a.m. sharp – 9.00 a.m. Where: The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Cost: €20 (breakfast included). Hours after the much anticipated 2016 Budget, the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in partnership with FDC Accountants, Dungarvan & Lismore, will host a Budget Analysis. This will show how the budget will affect YOU and YOUR BUSINESS. The team from FDC Accountants will present the changes announced in the Budget

and explain the impact for individuals and businesses. This event is kindly sponsored by FDC Accountants. EMPLOYEE HEALTHCARE INFORMATION AND BENEFITS SEMINAR When: Wednesday, 21st October, 2015. Time: 5.00 p.m. Where: Whitfield Clinic, Waterford City. Cost: Free for members. This is a free evening event where business owners, CFOs or CEOs and Human Resource managers can benefit from the knowledge and experience of Dermot Goode on items such as: How to save money on your healthcare costs (50% of employers

are paying for the wrong plans) What are the best deals in the market right now for individuals, families and group schemes How to get the most from your health insurance scheme and ensure that employees fully appreciate the benefits Low cost healthcare benefits that can be provided to employees as an alternative to private health insurance (either company funded or on a voluntary basis) Latest trends in the market in terms of healthcare benefits; switching activity, employee wellness programmes; occupational health; group life and disability costs How to protect yourself from

medical inflation and take control over your healthcare spend (Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution model) Questions and Answers Dermot Goode, totalhealthcover.ie This is a South East Chamber joint event. For further details or to book, please contact the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. For further details or to book any featured event, please contact the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Office on 058 45054 or via info@dungarvanchamber.ie Follow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/dungarvanchamber

Bursaries available for ‘The Story House’ to Waterford Writers THE Arts Office,Waterford City & County Council is pleased to announce their support for the second year to the Story House Bursary 2016. The Story House Ireland is a not-forprofit residential writing centre inspired by The Arvon Foundation. A Poetry Course will be run on the grounds of Borris House, Co. Carlow, from 11th to 16th April, 2016, with tutors Nessa O’Mahoney and Peter Sirr. See www.thestoryhouseireland.org for full details.

The Arts Office, Waterford City & County Council is awarding a bursary of €500 to a Waterford writer to attend The Story House 2016 to support their professional development. For an application form go to Arts Funding & Opportunities section of www.waterfordcouncil.ie or contact Margaret Organ, Arts Officer, on 058/41416 morgan@waterfordcouncil.ie Completed application forms must be submitted on or before 12 noon on Monday, 16th November, 2015.

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New supply should address water problems at Clonea Power By Paul Mooney A NEW water supply is the only solution to alleviate the discolouration of drinking water which residents of Clonea Power have suffered and endured for the past 15 years, and it seems a solution will be forthcoming next year. Cllr. Seanie Power said the problems are endless with the drinking water supply in Clonea Power and residents are now ‘demented’ with it. “These people are paying water charges,” he said. Cllr. Power said the discolouration is affecting every aspect of the residents’ lives, from drinking water, to washing clothes, and showers, while the local school is affected, as are local businesses and the doctor’s surgery. “Something has to be done to help them out,” he said. “The only way to solve this issue is to take water from Crotty’s Lake, which is 1.5 km away,” said Cllr. Power. He said he appreciated the Council carried out work on the supply last year to clear the pipes and put in filters, but recently a woman had her nurses uniform

destroyed when she washed it, because of the discolouration in the water. Cllr. Power previously brought samples of the discoloured water from a resident’s water tap to a Council meeting in November, 2014 and queried whether officials would attempt to drink the water. The samples were described at the time as ‘the colour of coke’ and Councillors and officials were visibly disgusted at the samples. While officials noted that the water is safe to drink, the discolouration is due to the mineral ‘Manganese’. At the September meeting of Comeragh District Council, Director of Services, Fergus Galvin explained that the water is not dirty. “It looks like dirty, muddy water from a stagnant pond,” Mr. Galvin said. “But it is not dirt or clay, or muddy water - it is a mineral [Manganese] reacting with iron in the water and the treatment process which uses chlorine, to give this dark brown looking water.” He pointed out the Council has scoured the pipelines and replaced filters, but unfortunately, the problem seems to return periodically.

Cllr. Power said that while the discoloured water may be considered ‘safe’ to drink, he said people cannot be allowed to drink it. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said no residents should have to endure such standard of water and described it as an ‘endurance test’ for residents of Clonea Power. He asked the Council to contact Irish Water again about the problem and push it as a matter of priority. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil said the people living in Clonea Power “are very patient to accept the water they are currently getting”, particularly since they are now paying for water. “I would not like to see that water - it is not even water, it is pure dirt,” he said. He said he couldn’t understand why a supply connection has not been made from Crotty’s Lake to Clonea Power. “This will come to a head now,” said Cllr. Brazil. “We can’t expect them to drink that water and pay for it in that condition,” said Cllr. Brazil. He urged the Council to do something immediately for the people of Clonea Power.

Mr. Galvin said he has requested engineers to look at the problem this week to see if anything can be done in the short term. He said the Council has raised the problem with Irish Water on a number of occasions and it is hoped to resolve the matter next year, with a solution to bring a new supply of water to Clonea Power from Rathgormack, where there is capacity. Mr. Galvin said it is hoped the work will be carried out in 2016 and the Council will do its best with Irish Water to resolve the matter as quickly as possible. Cllr. Power and Cllr. O’Ryan welcomed the work to be carried out by the Council in the short term. Cllr. O’Ryan said the new water supply from Rathgormack as a solution in the medium term will show the people of Clonea Power that they are being listened to. Mr. Galvin said the Council will continue to press Irish Water on the matter, as it is an issue that is not resolved to satisfaction, and in the meantime, the engineers will see if some work can be done in the short term to alleviate the current problems with the water.

National roll-out of ‘rounding’ begins on 28th October

David Gaffney from Murrays Pharmacy pictured with Jimmy Mansfield from Go Dungarvan at the Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

AS you may be aware, the national roll out of Rounding will happen on 28th October 2015. This follows a successful trial supported by Wexford Chamber of Commerce in 2013 showing strong support for Rounding. From 28th October, where a total bill is being paid in cash and the number of cent to be paid does not end in zero or five, the amount of change to be paid will be rounded to the nearest five or ten cent: • 1 and 2 would be rounded down to zero; • 3 and 4 would be rounded up to 5; • 6 and 7 would be rounded down to 5; and • 8 and 9 would be rounded up to 1.

The Central Bank is producing retailer packs containing three stickers, three till wobblers and a poster for in-store use to indicate that Rounding is being applied. They are delivering these packs to stores in a number of different ways: • Direct mailing to 20,000 businesses; • Available for collection at Local Enterprise Offices nationwide; • Available for collection at Chambers of Commerce nationwide; If you have not received your pack directly form the Rounding Programme, we have a number of them available in the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Office, please let us know if you want one.

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Ireland’s most renowned Storyteller set for Imagine Arts Festival THE national treasure that is Eddie Lenihan is bound for the 14th annual Imagine Arts Festival, which takes place in Waterford this October 15th to 25th with a variety of over 100 events taking place at over 45 venues in Waterford and Eddie will take to the stage twice during to festival on Sunday, October 25th. Eddie Lenihan is a consummate storyteller. He has told his stories in schools, festivals, prisons and at gatherings of storytellers all over this country and beyond. He has been acclaimed as a national treasure and has an international reputation. He is a collector of stories and has probably the biggest private collection of tapes, cds and video in this country. He has written more than twenty books. In short, Eddie Lenihan is something of a phenomenon. But Eddie doesn't just tell his stories - he believes in them. He talks of the fairies, 'the good people', 'them', 'the other crowd', as more than the inhabitants of tales from the past. They look, he says, just like the rest of us - which means they can't be easily identified. On Sunday, October 25th at The St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre at 1pm Eddie will host an afternoon telling Irish Fairy Stories for children. Tales will include a wide range

The national treasure that is Eddie Lenihan is bound for the 14th annual Imagine Arts Festival, which takes place in Waterford this October 15th to 25th with a variety of over 100 events taking place at over 45 venues in Waterford and Eddie will take to the stage twice during to festival on Sunday, October 25th. See Imagineartsfestival.com [Valerie O’Sullivan] for thrilling escapades and adventures aimed to please and surprise. Tickets are €5 at the door. Later than night Eddie will host another story telling session but this one is most definitely not for children. A 10pm storytelling session will be an adult only scary affair where her will regale some of the most gruesome and frightening stories involving fairies and Irish folklore and

send audiences home to have nightmares or a stiff drink! Tickets are €7 and €5 concession. Many more literary highlights feature on the festival programme, including a poetry evening with author Paul Durcan from his latest book ‘The Days of Surprise’ which contains 67 poems on such disparate topics as the weather forecast, the Syrian war and Seamus Heaney. And in

honour of Waterford being the birthplace of Raymond Chandler’s Mother; the Festival will present the first ever ‘Imagine Crime Writing Award’ to John Banville, John will be in conversation about his Crime writing at 8.00 p.m. on Sunday, October 18th at St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre. Poet Colm Keegan will host an evening of poetry at Phil Grimes bar on Tuesday October 20th at 8.30 p.m. Jane Clarke and Shirley McClure will host a not to be missed event, a wonderful afternoon of poetry with music at The Book Centre on Sunday, October 25th at 3.00 p.m. Aside from literary events there are all sorts of creative happenings taking place at Imagine from art exhibitions to top class music concerts, film, dance, comedy, theatre, trad music and and there’s history & heritage and a wonderful children’s programme that all the family will enjoy. The annual 'Booze, Blaas n’Banter’ event celebrating the City’s Quayside and maritime heritage will also offer lots of interesting chats and craic with a programme of fantastic speskers lined up for Saturday October 24th at 9.00 a.m. at Jordan’s Bar on the Quayside. Join in the fun this October in Waterford from the 15th to the 25th – see Imagineartsfestival.com

Row-A-Round Ireland team welcomed home after circumnavigating Ireland A CREW of 20 rowers who set off to circumnavigate the island of Ireland – a round trip of almost 1,000 nautical miles – in a self-built 15ft skiff to raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland (CFI) recently arrived home after passing the Co.Waterford coastline along their travels. The team, comprising 20 rowers of mixed ability and experience, set off from Bray, Co.Wicklow on May 30th with crews of two oarsmen/women at a time rowing in relays. The rowers stopped at over 50 designated points along the coast including Dungarvan and Tramore in Co. Waterford before arriving home to a warm welcome from friends and family and members of the Bray community. ‘Row-A-Round Ireland’ is the brainchild of Bray-based maritime enthusiast Ger Crowley, who says the success of the trip was down to the dedicated crew of rowers and volunteers and the communities who came out to support the Row-ARound Ireland team nationwide. “It was an ambitious project, a journey of almost 1,000 nautical miles, but I am delighted to say we have arrived home after completing the challenge safely. I’d like to take this time to thank each and every individual from County Waterford who provided support to this challenge whether it was by offering accommodation or providing invaluable local knowledge – we couldn’t have done it without the Irish peo-

ple doing what they do best.” says Mr Crowley. “The other objective, of course, was to raise funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. At the start of this initiative, we all decided upon a target we would like to hit, and while we have raised a huge amount so far, we are going to give it one last push over the next few weeks to hit that top note.” he says. Their arrival was met with celebrations as the crew enjoyed a welcome home party on Bray Beach and Harbour with refreshments from Row-A-Round Ireland sponsor, Lyons Tea. The team heavily relied on local community support along the way, with many members of the maritime community including rowing, sailing and diving clubs around the country providing support by offering food, accommodation as well as valuable advice and local knowledge. Funds have been made as the boat rowed around the county, with all money going towards fighting Cystic Fibrosis, a fatal genetic disease that affects approximately 1 in 1600 births in Ireland, the country with the highest incidence of CF in the developed world. To donate to Cystic Fibrosis Ireland simply text ROW4CF to 50300 to donate €4 or to get in touch with the crew in relation to the challenge visit www.rowaroundireland.com

County Waterford called on to help raise €200,000 target Make a lasting impression with the Team Hope Shoebox Appeal AT the launch of the annual Team Hope Shoebox Appeal on TV3’s Ireland AM last week, families, schools, community groups and businesses across county Waterford were asked to get involved in this year’s campaign to reach a target of 200,000 shoeboxes. Irish woman, Claire Fahy and Arsen Khachatryan from Armenia, who had received a shoebox from her 16 years ago, met together for the first time at the launch of the 2015 Appeal.

Backed by the Ireland AM team, the pair are calling on the people of Ireland to support Team Hope and make a lasting impression on children in Africa and Eastern Europe by delivering over 200,000 shoeboxes full of goodies this year. Speaking at the launch, Niall Barry, Team Hope Executive Director said: “Witnessing the meeting between Claire and Arsen this week shows so clearly the reality of what a positive impact the Team Hope Shoebox

Appeal can make. Poverty and need is on the increase every year in the countries we visit and we see at first hand that our Christmas shoeboxes help bring joy, laughter and hope to children living on the margins of society, victims of war, disease or poverty.” Orla Nolan, Ireland AM producer said: “We’re excited to be involved with Team Hope to help launch the 2015 Shoebox Appeal. There is such a great need to be met in some of the

world’s most underdeveloped countries and so good to see how these gift-filled shoeboxes can help turn what will otherwise be just another day into something special for these children. We want to do what we can to help spread the word.” To get involved, simply fill a shoebox with gifts for a child, attach €4 and bring it to any of the drop off points in the county before Tuesday, November 10th. To find the nearest drop-off point visit

h t t p : / / w w w. t e a m h o p e. i e. Suggestions for what can be put in the shoeboxes include pens, pencils, colouring books, toothbrushes, hairbrushes, a small item of clothing and a treat. In the receiving country Team Hope’s network of partners delivers the shoebox gifts right into a child’s hands – in hospitals, schools, shelters, churches, orphanages, community centres or family homes. This year, working with their partners in Eastern and Central

Europe, Team Hope also plans to give Christmas Shoeboxes to 20,000 refugee children caught up in the current crisis. For more information about the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal, including a list of drop off points in the county, or to get involved visit www.teamhope.ie, follow Team Hope on Facebook at www.facebook.com/team.hope.i reland and Twitter @ Te a m H o p e I r e l a n d #AMteamshoebox

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Joy for Lismore Food Company as M&S ‘take the biscuit’ Terry Clune, Founder and CEO of Taxback.com with Niamh Budds, Waterford Leader Partnership, and Monica Murphy, at the official opening of the new offices of Monere Development Services at Tallow Enterprise Centre last week.

Walk Waterford is back!

THE Walk Waterford Autumn Series organised by Waterford Sports Partnership kicks off this Sunday, October 11th. There are five walks in the Series which will give people a chance to get out and get active whilst enjoying the beautiful Waterford countryside. We are looking forward to the first walk in series on the newly developed Anne Valley Walk in Dunhill. Participants are asked to meet at 2.00 p.m. in the car park nearest the log cabin. This is a lovely flat 4.4km walk which follows the Anne Valley River which flows through the Anne Valley and meanders past many beautiful ponds to reach Dunhill Castle 2.2km from the starting point.The walk is also a protected wildlife area and if you are lucky you may see some of the many protected wildlife species such as the Heron,

Kingfisher, Otter and an amazing range of other fauna and flora. The newly developed path allows comfortable wheelchair and buggy access with no steep slopes. There are several bench seats along the walk where you can sit to relax and enjoy the peace of the valley while watching the wildlife. All walkers will need suitable walking shoes (runners are ideal), warm clothing and a waterproof jacket. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To find out more please contact: Pauline Cunningham, Sports Development Officer, Waterford Sports Partnership on 051 849855 / 086 7837385. For a full listing of the Autumn Series of walks please visit www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie Find us on Facebook.

Celtic Box Cup Winner: Jordan Purriss (Holland Park, London) versus Shane White (St. Paul’s, Waterford). Mike McGrath, sponsored by Waterford Sports Partnership.

By Christy Parker

Lismore Food Company - Owen Madden, Beth-Ann Smith and Ken Madden.

Cork’s Patrick Street. Owen manages the Summerhouse café in Lismore, Berth-Ann, having trained at Ballymaloe Cookery School, is head chef at Lismore Castle.That leaves Ken as more or less the sole f/t overseer of the burgeoning biscuit business, which is based in the Summerhouse premises. He can scarcely believe how the inaugural year has evolved.“It a huge endorsement of our products that our All Butter Irish Shortbread will be listed with one of the UK’s great retailers,” he says The endorsement is the present pinnacle of a rapidly rising graph that now sees Lismore Food Company supplying to over 130 retail shops in Ireland, plus overseas markets in Switzerland, Malaysia and renowned retailers Fenwicks in Newcastle, UK. BUTTER AND SUGAR The All Butter Irish Shortbread includes locally sourced butter and flour in its ingredients but in a shocking indictment of Ireland’s agricultural capacity, sugar has to be imported. “If we had Irish sugar it would be a 100%

New Traffic speed monitoring station at Crehana

Comeragh Council congratulates Waterford ladies on recent success

THIS traffic speed monitoring station was erected on the Dungarvan Road approach to Crehana National School. This was a combined co-funded project between Crehana National School and Waterford County Council. Crehana National School raised its share of the funds through a very successful sponsored fund raising walk in Curraghmore Estate, enjoyed by the entire school community and hosted with the kind permission of Lord Waterford. Thanks to everyone involved for making this worthwhile event and safety project happen and through to completion.

COMERAGH District Council congratulated the success of the Waterford Intermediate Camogie Team. At the September meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Seanie Power led the congratulations to the Intermediate Camogie Team. The other Councillors concurred with the sentiments and indicated the Council is considering a Civic Reception for the ladies camogie team. As the Council meeting was held before the All-Ireland final of the Waterford Ladies Intermediate Football

BISCUIT makers supreme, Lismore Food Company are boiling the kettle in celebration this week after securing a major contract to supply one of its product lines to British retailers Marks & Spencer (UK). The giant retailers were smitten by the Co. Waterford company’s All Butter Irish Shortbread, one of five alternatives serving the high end & gift market. The others are Lemon

Polenta, Dark Chocolate and Cardamom, Hazelnut, Cinnamon & Raisins Golden Ginger and Cacao Nibs, seeing as you asked. The lines sell for about €6.50 a package, but are quite filling one presumes. The roll-on (indefinite) contract is a major accomplishment for a family-run company that is less than a year in business. An M&S spokesperson says the company, which has over 850 stores across the UK, is “delighted to add The Lismore Food Company’s All Butter Irish Shortbreads

to our collection of brands, which showcase food and drink from only the finest artisan producers.” TRADITIONAL TALENTS The company comprises former estate agent and Town Councillor, Ken Madden, his brother Owen and Ken’s partner BethAnn Smith. To coin a phrase, the crumbs surely rise to the top as Maddens were historically a bakers establishment in Lismore from the 1800’s up to the 1960’s while Beth-Ann’s family ran Smith’s Stores on

MARTIN Walsh (Crehana National School Parents Association); Francie Comerford (Crehana National School Board of Management); Cllr. Seanie Power (Waterford City and County Council); and Eamon Lonergan (Engineer Waterford County Council) pictured at the newly erected traffic speed monitoring station at Jonestown, Crehana, Carrick-on-Suir, Co.Waterford.

Irish product,” notes Ken. M&S praise the biscuit as not just “tasting amazing” but also “looking beautiful in the kitchen.”Therein lies another to meet an indigenous requirement in Ireland. Wrapping for the highly seductive burnt orange and gold packaging -a perfect fit at Marks & Spencer- comes from China for a far more economical outlay than if sourced at home. “The paper tube with metal base and metal lid at top is lined inside and has a gold foil presentation on the exterior,” Ken elaborates. The politics of commerce aside, the story of Lismore Food Company looks set to be one of evolving success. That may present the three artisans with the welcome dilemma of how to meet the increasing demand while continuing with the ‘day jobs’, so to speak. “At the moment we work mainly evenings and weekends,” Ken considers. “We may well have to find more time, more space and even more assistance. It’s not something we have actually thought about. But if it becomes a problem it’s a welcome one.”With that he puts the kettle on again.

final, Councillors wished the ladies the best of luck in the match at Croke Park. It is understood that the Council is now considering a joint Civic Reception for both the ladies camogie and football teams on their AllIreland success. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil and Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan noted that a lot of the players on the teams are from the Comeragh area and voiced their desire to have Comeragh District Council central to any Civic Reception being held for the ladies.

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Taighde agus Athchóiriú ar Reilig an tSléibhe Research and refurbishment at Reilig an tSléibhe, The Famine Graveyard TÁ Reilig an tSléibhe suite in aice leis an N25 ó Dún Garbhán go cathair Corcaigh, taobh thiar den teach tábhairne An Seanachaí. Tá Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise agus An Coiste Fáilte, ag obair le míona beaga anuas leis an Comhairle áitiúil, chun obair cothabhála a dhéanamh ann agus comharthaíocht nua a chur in airde. Sular thosaigh an obair, bhí an áit san á choinneáil go deonach ag muintir Hurley agus Fahy, go háirithe. Tá sé mar cuspóir ag An Coiste Fáilte an áit seo a fhorbairt agus a fheabhsú do dhaoine áitiúla agus turasóirí araon, ag díriú ar an nGaelainn, an chultúr agus an stair áitiúil i dtosach báire. Cinnteoidh sé sin inbhuanaitheacht an áit, agus beidh stair agus traidisiúin na háite á bhuanú do na glúinta atá le theacht. Is é Reilig an tSléibhe príomh-thionscadail an ghrúpa don bliain atá amach romhainn. Bhí an gort féin faoi úinéireacht teaghlaigh VilliersStuart tráth dá raibh agus bhí sé oscailte sa bhliain 1847 leis an chuspóir íospartaigh an Ghorta Móir a chur faoi thalamh nuair a d'éirigh suíomh adhlactha eile i nDún Garbhán ró-lán. Bhí Henry Villiers-Stuart mar chathaoirleach an Bhord Bardachta agus ba leis teach na mbocht ag an am. Is dócha go bhfuil 3 olluaigh sa ghort, a bhí in úsáid chun deileáil leis an líon mór daoine, agus creidtear go raibh uaigheanna singil á thochailt ann de réir is a laghdaigh na básanna.Thug gearrchapall agus gaiste na corpáin ón baile, sa seanbhóthair go Corcaigh ag an

am. Rinne Mr. Fitzgerald an turas san lena charr suas go dtí trí uair in aghaidh an lae. Bhí Mr. Barron freagrach as na hadhlacthaí chomh maith. Faoi láthair, níl an t-eolas ar fáil faoi cé mhéad daoine a bhí curtha ansan, ach is féidir a bheith cinnte go bhfuil na céadta - murach na mílte - ann. Thug na hOifigigh an oiread neamhaird sin ar na daoine i dteach na mbocht, ní raibh acu ach uimhreacha agus ní dhearnadh trácht nó tuairisc ar ainmneacha. B'éigean le go leor daoine a thuama féin a thochailt, cúpla lá sula raibh siad féin curtha isteach iontu. Ní raibh aon cónra nó cumhdach acu. Tá an Coiste Fáilte ag súil le líon na daoine atá curtha sa reilig a mheas bunaithe ar thaighde, de réir an dáta oscailte agus an líon básanna i dteach na mbocht i nDún Garbhán as sin amach. Tá scéal áitiúl ann faoi leanbh óg a bhí ar tí a bheith curtha in éineacht leis na corpáin eile, ach thosaigh sí ag caoineadh go hard nóiméad sula raibh ualach an carr chaite isteach san olluaigh. D'éalaigh an páiste san go Meiriceá agus mhair sí go dtí thart ar nócha. Fuair teach tábhairne An Seanachaí , taobh leis an reilig, a chéad ceadúnas i 1845. John Ketts an duine a bhí leis ag an am. Bhí an teach poiblí bunaithe ar dtús chun bia agus deochanna a sholáthair do na daoine ag tochailt tuamaí, agus bhí an reilig faoi stiúir an teaghlaigh Ketts nuair a tháinig deireadh leis an gorta mór. Chuireadh cros adhmaid suas i lár an ghort nuair a

An Coiste Fáilte ag Reilig an tSléibhe.

tháinig deireadh leis an gorta mór, ach de réir tuairisce bhí sé millte go luath roimh 1943. Bhí an cros aolchloiche, a mhaireann go fóill, curtha ansan sa bhliain 1953, chun an bhliain Naofa a cheiliúradh. Chomh maith leis, tugtar aitheantais in inscríbhinn mion d’íospartaigh na Ghorta Móire. Sa bhliain 1995, rinneadh cuimhneachán eile chun an ceiliúradh 150 bliain na Ghorta Móire, agus chuireadh leis cuid den dán Na Prátaí Dubha, le Máire Ní Dhroma. Feictear chomh maith dealamh aonair ag déanamh comhbhrón, taobh leis an ghort. Seán Creagh ab ea an tealaíontóir a rinne é, ach faraor fuair sé báis sula raibh an obair críochnaithe, agus dá bharr san, chuireadh suas an struchtúr snáithínghloine a bhí ceaptha mar múscán don píosa deireanach. Níl díon air in aghaidh an aimsir crua áfach, agus feictear damáiste ann atá ag dul in olcas de réir a chéile. Tá an Coiste Fáilte ag iarraidh an dealbh a athchóiriú agus múscáin eile a chruthú, chun dearadh na struchtúir a choinneáil do na glúine atá romhainn. Thug Seán McCarthy píosa comhairle mar gheall air seo. Sa dhromchla an ghort, tá íslithe an sofheicthe. Is dócha gur áiteanna adhlactha na h-olluaigheanna agus tuamaí aonaracha atá ann. Níl ceann ar bith de na tuamaí marcáilte in aon chor. Rinneadh teagmháil le Kevin Barton, a bhí ag obair ar thionscadal Cnoc na Croiche le déanaí i nDún Garbhán, agus thug sé cuairt ar an áit.Thug sé moladh dúinn a bhaineann le

pictiúir aerga a ghlacadh, nó fiosrúchán a dhéanamh maidir le pictiúir ó na aifrinn bliantúla an Ghorta Móir thar na blianta, mar d'fhéadfadh leo tuilleadh eolais a thabhairt dúinn maidir le scáthanna éagsúla sa ghort.Tá scannán aerga taifeadta le déanaí, le ceamara leadrann ag an Coiste Fáilte. Feictear sa ghort cloch chinn chomh maith, ina bhfuil GR Jacobs, ón HMT Bradford, curtha. Fuair sé báis sa bhfarraige i 1916. Cén fáth gur chuireadh é ansan? Cén fáth nár chuireadh i nDún Garbhán é? Tá go leor ceisteanna ann agus go leor eile le fáil amach faoi ceann de na háiteanna is stairiúla i gCo. Phort Láirge. Tá an gorta mór mar chuid lárnach denár stair, fíor-thábhachtach dár n-ionannas féin, agus cinntíonn sé go ndéanann daoine Éireannacha fiosrúchán mion nuair atá íospartaigh gorta i gceist ar fud an domhain. Más mian leat cabhrú leis an Coiste Fáilte ó thaobh taighde faoi Reilig an tSléibhe, má tá scéalta teaghlaigh nó eolas agat, is cuma cé chomh beag, ag baint leis an Gorta Mór i bPort Láirge, nó má tá pictiúir aerga agat nó pictiúir ón aifrinn bliantúla ag dul siar na blianta, is mór an suim atá ag an gCoiste Fáilte ann. Déan teagmháil le Naoive Coggin ar 087 8276708 nó Críostóir Ó Faoláin 058 46664. Reilig an tSléibhe, the famine graveyard is located off the N25 from Dungarvan to Cork just before An Seanachaí pub. In recent months, the tourism development group of Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise, An Coiste Fáilte, with members from An Rinn and An Sean Phobal in Gaeltacht na nDéise have been working with the council to carry out maintenance work and have recently erected new signage. Previously the area was maintained voluntarily by the Hurley family and the Fahy family amongst others. The purpose of An Coiste Fáilte is to develop and enhance the area for both locals and tourists alike, and to focus primarily on the Irish Language, Culture and History of the area. This will ensure the sustainability of the area and preserve the history and traditions for future generations to come. Reilig an tSleibhe is one of the main projects for the next 12 months for the group. The field itself was owned by the Villiers-Stuart family and was opened in 1847 for the purposes of burying victims of the famine after other burial sites in Dungarvan became full.

Henry Villiers-Stuart was chairperson of the Board of Guardians who ran the workhouse at the time. There are possibly 3 mass graves in the field that were used to cope with the large numbers and as the deaths declined, it is believed single graves were dug. The corpses were brought by pony and trap from the town along what would have been the old Cork road. Through research a Mr. Fitzgerald made this journey with his cart up to three times a day. A Mr. Barron was also in charge of the burials. Currently, it is not known how many were buried there but there are certainly 100's if not up to 1000. Officialdom, at the time, had such disregard for the inmates of the workhouse, they only had a number and no names were recorded. Many literally had to dig their own graves a matter of days before they themselves would be tipped in. They were buried without coffins or even shrouds. An Coiste Fáilte are hoping, through research, to estimate the number based on the date of opening and the number of deaths in the Dungarvan workhouse after this point. There is a local story of a young baby that was about to be buried with a number of other corpses and just before the cart was tipped in, she left out a loud cry. That child emigrated to America and lived into her 90s. An Seanachaí, which is located beside the graveyard obtained its first licence in

1845, issued to a John Ketts. The public house was originally established to provide food and drink for the grave diggers and the Kett family were caretakers of the graveyard in the immediate aftermath of the famine. A wooden cross was erected in the middle of the field soon after the famine but this had reportedly crumbled well before 1943. In 1953 the 16ft limestone cross, which still stands on the site, was erected to commemorate the Holy year and a small inscription was included to mention the famine victims. In 1995 for the 150th commemoration of the famine, a new memorial was created which was inscribed with part of Máire Ní Dhroma's poem Na Prátaí Dubha. Also to be seen at the site is a solitary figure in mourning, at the side of the field. This was created by sculpture Seán Creagh, however, Seán passed away before it was complete and so the fibre glass structure that would have been used to create the mold for the final piece was erected instead. As such it is not very weather proof and is showing signs of damage. An Coiste Fáilte are looking to refurbish the statue and create new molds so that this will preserve the design of future generations. Some advice has been given by Seán McCarthy on this. Within the field if you look at the surface of the grass, there are depressions which are very apparent. These are most likely the burial sites of the mass

graves and the single internments. None of the graves are marked in any way. Contact has been made with Kevin Barton, who recently worked on the Gallows Hill project in Dungarvan and he has visited the area. He has advised that aerial photos or even photos from the annual Famine masses that were held there over the years may give more information on the burial sites, as there may be different shading in the grasses in the photos. An aerial film has recently been made using a camera drone by An Coiste Fáilte. Within the field there is also a headstone where GR Jacobs from the HMT Bradford is buried. He died at sea in 1916. Why was he interred there? Why not in a graveyard in Dungarvan? There are so many questions and so much yet to discover about one of the most historical sites in County Waterford. The Famine is so much a part of our history, fundamental to who we are and has ensured that the Irish people always dig deep when it comes to famine victims across the world. If you would like to assist An Coiste Fáilte in researching Reilig an tSléibhe, if you have family stories or information, no matter how small relating to the famine in Co Waterford, or if you have aerial photos or photos from the annual mass over the years An Coiste Fáilte would be very interested. Contact Naoive Coggin at 087 8276708 or Crióstóir O Faoláin on 058 46664.

Na comharthaí nua a bhí curtha in airde ag Comhairle Phort Láirge le Déanaí.

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Southern Regional Assembly purchases new premises in Waterford city THE Southern Regional Assembly took possession of the keys of number 30 O’Connell Street, Waterford this week. The Assembly and in its previous guise as the Southern and Eastern Regional Assembly, has been a presence on O’Connell

Street, Waterford in Assembly House for over 15 years. “With the establishment of the Southern Regional Assembly in January 2015 and its broadened remit and increased staff numbers the need for a larger premises became critical”, said Mr.

Stephen Blair, Director, Southern Regional Assembly “the greater floor space allows for staff previously operating from the Port of Waterford building to join together with the rest of their colleagues in one building”. Mindful of the importance of

a dynamic city centre, the Assembly were eager to locate suitable premises in the city centre, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Cathaoirleach of the Assembly reinforced this view in his statement on the purchase of the premises. “I not only welcome

the fact that the Assembly is now the owner of its own premises’, but I’m also conscious of the positive message this conveys. The heart of Waterford city is a good place to conduct business, retaining the Assembly in the core of the city not only benefits

the Assembly but it is a ringing endorsement that the city centre is an attractive business location”. The transfer to the new premises is expected to take place in Spring 2016 following substantial refurbishment to this landmark building.

Dungarvan looking ‘mighty well’ says Chairman By Christy Parker CATHAOIRLEACH Tom Cronin led the congratulations to Waterford Council’s outdoor staff on the eyepleasing approach roads to Dungarvan, at September’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting. Elaborating that the town generally “looks mighty well”, he attributed it to “attention and commitment.” Cllr Damien Geoghegan concurred, noting that County Councillors from other regions commented on it at the Plenary council meeting a week earlier and that they had pleaded for a similar presentation for the city. Meanwhile, Dungarvan scored very highly in a recent IBAL survey that showed the town a “cleaner

Successful Comeraghs Wild Festival praised at District Council CONGRATULATIONS were extended to the organisers of the Comeraghs Wild Festival, which was deemed a huge success. Cllr. Mary Butler led the congratulations at the September meeting of Comeragh District Council, saying the highlight of the event was the Mary Black concert in Curraghmore Estate, Portlaw, where up to 2,000 people attended. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Liam Brazil said the festival really showcased the Comeragh area and also paid tribute to the success of the open air theatre ‘Crotty the Robber’ in the Comeragh Mountains.

than European Norms.” Nine out of ten sites surveyed received the top cleanliness grade. Harbourside was commended for its wonderful brick work, with William Gibbons Park, Parnell Street and Grattan Square even with market in progress at time of survey- also rating highly. Only Killarney surpassed Dungarvan in the overall ‘Cleaner than European Norms’ category. Silver linings tend to have clouds however and Cllr John Pratt soon complained that the problem of illegal dumping continues to blight the county. Senior Executive Officer for the Environment Ray Moloney said there was now a new Environment Officer – Clive Power, who was currently investigating dumping in Glenshelane Wood. Mr. Moloney said all

areas where illegal dumping is suspected or active will be brought to the attention of the new environment officer. The officer also clarified that concerns over a recent “obnoxious smell” near old Youghal Bridge/Tallow Road had been passed on to Cork County Council. MORE ENERGY: In other environmental matters, two Dungarvan estates are to receive energy efficiency upgrades in the coming weeks, namely Saint Martin’s Terrace and Saint Thomas Terrace. Social and eligible private fuel houses in both estates will be upgraded as part of the scheme which will include attic and external wall insulation, windows/doors, room heating stoves and air source heat pump installations. Community groups and

SME (Small to Medium Enterprises) to receive funding as part of the scheme are Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club, Colaiste Na Rinne and Powerflow Electronics, An Rinn. SIGNS, STATE OF CLASHMORE AND TIME CAPSULE: In other issues Senior Officer for Planning Jim O’Mahony told Cllr Pat Nugent that the council was reviewing a situation about missing street signs as had been raised at a previous meeting. He said costings would be included in next year’s budget. Mr. O’Mahony also informed Cllr Nugent that the situation regarding water provision for Dungarvan cemetery was still being considered. Cllr Nugent was further reassured that the council would “look at all of

Clashmore” which, he said, was “in a pretty bad way.” Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath said it would be placed on the 2016 funding programme, for which advance workshops would be held. Chief Executive Officer Michael Quinn reiterated his welcome for a suggestion from Cllr Damien Geoghegan that a ‘time capsule’ be buried to mark the 800th anniversary of Dungarvan receiving its charter. Cllr Geoghegan wants the capsule buried on New Year’s Eve, in an initiative involving local schools and the capsule to be retrieved in 2065. The councillor was open to suggestions as to the contents. Mr. Quinn said he would consult with the council’s heritage officer and report back.

Celtic Box Cup Winner: Caoimhin Hynes (Holy Trinity, Belfast) versus Paulo Bernardes (Privilagio B.C., Portugal). Sponsored by Nicky McKenna.

Celtic Box Cup Winner: Kelly Harrington (Glasnevin B.C.) sponsored by Antonio, The Square Grill, Dungarvan.

Wind turbine refused in South Tipperary Minister’s office ‘acknowledges’ resolution on Eircode address anomaly

THE Suir Valley Environmental Group welcomes the news that an application for an industrial wind turbine in the foothills of Slievenamon has been refused by Tipperary County Council. The proposed industrial turbine in Rathclarish on Curraghdobbin Hill, located above the villages of Faugheen, Ahenny, Ballyneale, Ninemilehouse and Grangelmockler, has been robustly refused for a number of reasons. “There were over 90 very strong objections to this development so we’re delighted to see this development refused so emphatically,” said Milo Power, Chairperson of the Suir Valley Environmental Group. “That this industrial turbine was proposed for an area that is supposed to be closed to wind turbines was of particular concern, as was the effect it would have on the landscape and on the widespread and nationally important archaeology of the area. “It also seemed incredible that this application was missing so much basic information, a point picked up on by the Tipperary County Planning Section,” said Milo Power. “The large number of strong objections from individuals, community groups and businesses is testament to the strength of feeling in the local community and the steadfast determination of the people to protect the foothills of Sliabh na mBan,” he added. Plans for a wind turbine develop-

ment consisting of eight industrial turbines in the same area are still on the table. Three of the turbines proposed by DunoAir are located on the same hill as the Lana turbine. The proposed 126.5 metre high wind turbines would tower above the communities of Faugheen, Ahenny, Ballyneale, Ninemilhouse and Grangemockler and the entire Suir Valley. The local community also faces the possibility of 43 metre high pylons carrying 400kV cables with two of Eirgrid’s proposed pylon corridors passing through the area. “The fight it is far from over,” said Pete Smith from Faugheen Against Pylons. “Lana can appeal this planning decision, DunoAir are waiting in the wings with their application for eight huge wind turbines on the very same hills, and Eirgrid are still working on their proposals for the Grid Link project,” he said. “However, the decision gives us cause for optimism. We are seeking to protect this important and iconic landscape, our environment, our rural economy and our communities from inappropriate energy development. “To this end we have submitted proposals to the Tipperary County Council Renewable Energy Strategy and the new County Development Plan to zone the areas covered by the Slievenamon Mountain Mosaic and the Lingaun Valley and Farmland

mosaic as ‘Unsuitable for Wind Energy Development’. “We understand that Tipperary County Council received more than 380 submissions on this proposal alone. We are therefore calling on all of our local and national politicians to support our communities in this endeavour,” he added. REASONS FOR REFUSAL The reasons for refusal are numerous and extensive including its location in an area zoned as unsuitable for wind energy in the South Tipperary County Development Plan. The refusal states that the turbine would be “visually obtrusive” in an “unspoilt upland location and in a rural scenic landscape”. The planning authority also highlighted the negative impact that the turbine would have on the nationally significant, inter-related archaeological and built heritage in the area. In their refusal, the planning authority also emphasised the extensive lack of information on the effects of the development on residential and visual amenity, the landscape, flora and fauna, roads and traffic, geology and hydrogeology, the connection to the national grid and the data regarding available wind at the site, stating that “it has not been demonstrated…that the development is justifiable at this location and that the impacts of the proposed development…are acceptable”.

By Paul Mooney THE Minister for Communications has ‘acknowledged’ receipt of a recent Notice of Motion by Comeragh District Council, which called on him to ensure that ‘swathes of the Comeragh area’ are not relabelled as ‘County Tipperary’ following the introduction of the new postcode system ‘Eircode’. The Notice of Motion, which was proposed by Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, called on the Communications Minister, Alex White, to ensure the new postcode system does not penalise Waterford people whose postal address is in a neighbouring county, and to allow them to rectify their address to the proper county address. The resolution was passed at the July meeting of Comeragh District

Council. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan highlighted the anomaly in addresses with the new postcode system at the July meeting of the Council. He also wanted assurances from the Minister that people affected by the anomaly be “free to deal with public service obligations through Waterford City and County Council and not that of a neighbouring county”. At the September meeting of the District Council he asked if the Minister had replied to the resolution which was agreed and passed by the Comeragh District Council. Meetings Administrator, Eddie Ruane informed Cllr. O’Ryan that the Council received an acknowledgement from the Minister’s office about the resolution, but there has been nothing further.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Judge directs accused to work for local Tidy Towns Committee A DUNGARVAN man who previously admitted to being a ‘look out’ during a burglary was directed by the District Judge to work for the local Tidy Towns Committee for the next 12 months. Eoin Paul Ducey (33) unemployed, with an

address at 85 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court, to burglary at 32 Byrneville, Dungarvan, on 24th September, 2013. The court was told at the time that the accused did not enter the house, but was “keeping sketch”

or being ‘look out’ on the night of the burglary. Solicitor David Burke said his client was intoxicated on the night of the offence and “may not have realised what he was doing”. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Mr. Burke told

Judge Terence Finn that a Probation Service report on his client was positive. “My client is in a relationship and he has settled down,” said Mr. Burke. Judge Finn said he would adjourn the case for a year to see how the accused behaves and in

that time, the accused has to offer himself to the local Tidy Towns Committee for work in the community, with a letter from the Committee Secretary confirming the accused carried out the work. Judge Finn said he would review the case on 28th September, 2016.

Suspended sentence for woman who faced several theft charges A WOMAN who faced a number of theft charges was handed a suspended jail sentence last week. Belinda Donovan (33) with an address at 3 Convent Lodge, Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty to six counts of theft from various businesses around town. The accused had pleaded guilty at previous sittings of the

District Court to theft from Dunnes Stores and Care Pharmacy, Dungarvan, on 28th December, 2013; theft from New Look, Dungarvan, on 12th February, 2014; theft from Lloyd’s Pharmacy and New Look, Dungarvan, on 1st October, 2014. She had also previously pleaded guilty to being in possession of approximately €40

worth of heroin for her own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Upper King Street, Dungarvan, on 11th June, 2012. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan outlined the most recent theft charge. He said the accused entered Garvey’s Supervalu,

Dungarvan, on 27th May, 2014, and put items into her handbag, to the value of €67.19 and attempted to leave without paying. Insp. Nolan said the property was recovered by security and the incident was captured on CCTV. Solicitor Niall King said his client pleads guilty to the theft matter, and the other charges.

He said his client is the mother of two children. He said his client is attending a methadone programme and is making great efforts to bring her life together. “She has been drug-free for 12 months now,” said Mr. King. “She is doing her best to stay out of trouble.” Judge Terence Finn said that he, as the District Judge, had a

duty to the businesses where the thefts took place. “Those shops are entitled to be free from her attention,” he said. He handed down a six month jail sentence on all the charges, to run concurrently, suspended for 12 months on condition the accused be of good behaviour and keep the peace.

Accused given six months to ‘come up’ with compensation A CORK girl who took part in the theft of clothing from a Dungarvan store had her case adjourned for six months to come up with half the compensation. Savannah O’Reilly (18) with an address at 1 The Commons, Fairhill, Cork, pleaded guilty to theft from Heroes, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, on 30th October, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused and another female entered Heroes clothes shop in Dungarvan Shopping Centre and took items to a total value of around €338.80. Insp. Nolan said the incident was captured on CCTV. The items which were stolen were never recovered and no compensation has been paid. Solicitor David Burke said his client pleads guilty

to the charge. He said she “got into the company of older people” while visiting relations in Dungarvan. Mr. Burke said his client was apprehended by Gardaí and made a full admission. He said the accused has no source of income and her family are of limited means. “She recently turned 18 and is trying to get involved with the Traveller Diversity Programme, but can’t do so until all court matters are finalised,” said Mr. Burke. “My client has no previous convictions and was under the influence of an older girl on the day.” Judge Finn said the shop is at a loss because of the stolen goods were neither recovered or paid for. Adjourning the case to 23rd March, 2016, he said the accused is to have half of the compensation owed to the shop.

Fined for public order offence

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford Festival of Architecture which takes place from 13th–18th October were WIT 5th Year Architecture students Sarah Kingston [John Power] and Anna Bartkowska.

A MAN who was observed kicking the door of a night club was fined for a public order offence. Eddie Harty (22) unemployed, with an address at 5 Kilminion Close, Ballinroad, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Strandside North, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 30th November, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan

District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused was recorded on CCTV kicking the door of the local night club. “He was under the influence of alcohol,” said Insp. Nolan. A fixed charge notice which issued for the offence was never paid. Solicitor David Burke said the facts are admitted. Judge Finn handed down a €120 fine.

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Road traffic prosecutions at the District Court A SPEEDING charge was struck out when a driver made a donation to the court poor box. Liam Fleming (42) with an address at 2 Burncourt Close, Powers Court, Waterford, failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at 71 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 1st December, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, the accused, who said he did not receive any fixed charge notice, made a donation of €200 to the court poor box and the charge was struck out. A DRIVER was fined last week for a speeding offence. John Mulcahy (31) with an address at Shanakill, Curraghglass, Mallow, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at a speed of 78 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 1st December, 2014. A DRIVER who made a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out. Patrick Donnelly, with an address at Donree, Glenmore, Dungarvan, had failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected exceeding the 60 km/h speed limit at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 1st December, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, the accused, who said he never received a fixed charge notice, had the speeding charge struck out when he made a €200 donation to the court poor box. A DRIVER was fined last week for a speeding offence. William Ward, with an address at 9 Anne Street, Waterford, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 75 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 1st December, 2014. The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court. A DRIVER received a fine in court last week for a speeding offence. Gavin McCloskey, with an address at 8 Rinawade Downs, Leixlip, Kildare, was fined €350 at last week’s

Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at 75 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 1st December, 2014. The accused who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court. A SPEEDING charge was struck out last week when the driver made a donation to the court poor box. Mary Josephine Murray (63) with an address at 40 Bayview Grove, Youghal, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after her vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 72 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 5th February, 2015. The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, said she did not receive a fixed charge notice. The charge was struck out when she made a €150 donation to the court poor box. A DRIVER was fined last week for a speeding offence. Thomas McCall, with an address at Crosslow, Tullow, Carlow, was fined €120 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 70 km/h in a 60 km/h at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 5th February, 2015. A DRIVER will have a speeding charge struck out if she makes a donation to the court poor box. Anna Rogowska (34) with an address at Clash, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle she was driving was detected travelling at a speed of 73 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 5th February, 2015. The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, said she never received any fixed charge notice. The case was adjourned to 25th November, 2015, to allow the accused to make a €150 donation to the court poor box. A DRIVER was fined in court last week for a speeding offence. Rachel Haines, with an address at Ballymorris, Dunhill, Waterford, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued

after her vehicle was detected travelling at 72 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 8th February, 2015. The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court. A FINE was imposed on a driver for a speeding offence. Eoin Doyle, with an address at Ashgrove, Mooncoin, Kilkenny, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 78 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 8th February, 2015. The accused, who attended court, has no previous convictions. A DONATION to the court poor box resulted in a speeding charge being struck out. Paul Traynor (32) who had an address at Ta n d e r a g e e b a n e , Monaghan, now with an address at Lissarrow, Monaghan, failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at a speed of 70 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 5th February, 2015. The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, said he never received any fixed charge notice. A donation of €150 was made to the court poor box and the charge was struck out. A DRIVER was fined last week in relation to a speeding offence. William Byrne (63) with an address at 3 Coolfin Cottages, Portlaw, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at a speed of 83 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 5th February, 2015. The accused, who was in court, has no previous convictions. A SPEEDING charge was adjourned to allow a driver time to make a donation to the court poor box. Pamela Morris, with an address at Mulgannon, Wexford, failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle she was driving was detected travelling at a speed of 79 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 2nd December, 2014.

Solicitor David Burke told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that his client did not receive any fixed charge notice. The case was adjourned to 25th November, 2015, for the accused to make a €150 donation to the court poor box. A POOR box donation resulted in a speeding fine being struck out of court last week. Helen Murphy (46) with an address at 6 Doneraile Woods, Tramore, failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after her vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 78 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 7th December, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke said his client had moved house to Waterford and she received no fixed charge notice. A €150 donation was made to the court poor box and the charge was struck out. A DRIVER who failed to make a donation to the court poor box had a speeding conviction imposed upon him. Jacek Krysinski, with an address at 31 Cruchan, Dungarvan, had failed to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected exceeding the 60 km/h zone at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 7th December, 2014. The case was heard at a previous sitting of the District Court and adjourned to allow the accused to make a €120 donation to the court poor box. If the donation was paid the court would look

leniently on the matter and strike out the charge. However, at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was informed that the donation was not paid by the accused. He recorded the offence as a conviction and imposed a fine of €120 on the accused. NOT wearing a seat belt cost a driver €250 last week. Daniel Galatan (45) with an address at 13 Wellington Street, Waterford, was fined €250 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after Gardaí observed him driving a vehicle, without wearing a seat belt, at Devonshire Bridge, Dungarvan, on 14th February, 2015. A FINE was imposed on a Dungarvan man in relation to not wearing a seat belt. Christy Power (28) with an address at 42 Towncourt, Dungarvan, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice which issued after Gardaí observed him not wearing a seat belt in a vehicle he was travelling at Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan, on 23rd February, 2015. HAVING an untaxed vehicle on the public road resulted in a fine for a driver. Michael Ahearne, who had an address at 5 Coolagh Road, Abbeyside, now with an address at 39 Cois Abha, Dungarvan, was fined €60 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice,

which issued after his vehicle was observed parked at Coolagh Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, without a current tax disc displayed, on 26th February, 2015. DRIVING a vehicle on the public road without a current tax disc resulted in a fine for a motorist. William Murray, with an address at William Murray Construction, Vista Del Mar, Newtown, Tramore, was fined €500 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after Gardaí detected his vehicle on the public road without current tax. The accused did not appear in court. A FINE was imposed on a driver in relation to not having current motor tax. Luis Millea, with an address at 136 Hennessy’s Road, Waterford, was fined €300 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice. The fixed charge notice issued after Gardaí detected the accused’s vehicle on the public road without current tax, on the N25 at Ballinavouga, Lemybrien, on 26th February, 2015. The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court. A DRIVER was fined in relation to a motor tax offence. Michael Power (28) with addresses at 1 Park Lane Avenue, Abbeyside, Dungarvan and Mothel, Carrick-on-Suir, was fined €120 last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after Gardaí detected his vehicle on the

public road without current tax, on the N25 at Ballinavouga, Lemybrien, on 26th February, 2015. The accused, an electrician by profession, attended court last week and said he scrapped the vehicle. The accused has no previous convictions. A DRIVER who did not pay a fixed charge notice in relation to a speeding offence was fined in court last week. Murtagh Murphy (47) with an address at 39 Longstone Drive, Jacob’s Island, Mahon, Cork, disputed the evidence given at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, that his vehicle was detected travelling at 87 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 25th October, 2014. The accused told Judge Terence Finn that he believed the laser gun used to detect the speed of a vehicle was “erroneous”. The accused, who said he is a senior researcher in lasers and equipment at a medical device company, told the court he was familiar with the road and was obeying the speed limit, and argued that the Gardaí may have detected his vehicle outside the speed limit. He said he did not contact the Garda Superintendent about his concerns in relation to the speed detection laser gun. The accused said he received the fixed charge notice in relation to the speeding offence, but did not pay it as he felt he had a defence and wanted to present his case in court. Judge Terence Finn said he was satisfied to convict the accused and handed down a €150 fine.

KGK Community Council Presentation Night – Knockanore, Glendine, Kilwatermoy Community would like to thank all who supported the recent fundraising event "The Little Cow". A staggering €13,200 was raised and shared equally among the three nominated charities, KGK Restoration Fund, St. Carthage’s House, Lismore, and the Cardiac Rehab Unit at Bons Secours Hospital, Cork. Pictured are: James Tobin, on behalf of St. Carthage’s House, with Jim and Anne Nicholson and Eddie Cunningham.

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Over €4.3m paid to Waterford Dentists under PCRS scheme Pictured (l. to r.) Karen O’Connor (Datapac), Thomas Barr, Dr. Brian Creedon (Chair of Solas Centre).

Ready, steady, GO! only few days to ‘Run for Life’ challenge WITH only a few days to go to the start of the Solas Centre South East “Run and Walk for Life” there is still some time left to register and take part. Remember that for the 2015 event there is no entry fee and runners and walkers are asked to raise what they can, as every cent will be invested in the provision of future services at the Solas Centre. On Sunday, 11th October, there are two routes options available.The traditional 10-mile running route and new for 2015 is the 5-mile walking route. Both routes will start on The Quay and finish in the People’s Park with the “Fun for Life” event. As with previous years both routes will be lined with entertainment, refreshments and, of course, support from the people of Waterford and the South East as they cheer, cajole and encourage the walkers and runners around their respective routes. To help family and friends spot their loved ones the bib numbers will be coloured coded in 2015 with runners wearing blue numbers and walkers wearing orange numbers. Each route will also be clearly marked and professionally marshalled with many voluntary organisations and business supporting the event by manning water stations along the routes. Commenting on the build-up Michael Garland, Chair of the Run and Walk for Life, commented, “There has been a tremendous effort this year on behalf of the organising committee and, fingers and

toes crossed, we will see growing numbers of participants when compared to the 2014 event. The shorter 5-mile walk has attracted a whole new cohort of participants and the 10-mile will remain as competitive as previous years. There is still time to register by going online to www.solascentre.ie or by contacting the Solas Centre directly on 051 304 604 or searching with Solas Centre South East Run for Life on Facebook and following the instructions. We hope to see as many people taking part as possible and we look forward to Sunday, 11th October, when we will once again see Waterford’s roads and streets awash with bright orange t-shirts.” Organising such a large event does take a significant team effort and the Run and Walk for Life committee have been beavering away now for a number of months.With weekly meetings taking place in the Solas Centre the Committee have delivered two exciting events. Commenting on the overall organisation of the 2015 event is Dr. Brian Creedon, Chair of the South Eastern Cancer Foundation Solas Centre, “There can be absolutely no doubt that the 2015 Committee have brought the RFL to the next level. The foundations that they have built for 2015 will allow the event longevity and I know that we can now reach much broader participation levels with the introduction of the 5-mile walk. On Sunday, 11th

October, we will see runners, walkers, families, friends and clients of the Solas Centre taking part, and because of the introduction of the shorter route many, many more people, young and old, will now become aware of the Solas Centre and the services we provide right across the whole of the South East. “I am looking forward to being on the start line on Sunday and seeing hundreds of smiling faces starting their run or walk and I will also be on the finish line to welcome everyone home.” All entrants are asked to observe the advice of the Garda, stewards and marshals on the day and be alert to other participants around them and be aware of other road users. Particular attention must be given to safety at the start and in busy areas of the City such as the Dunmore Road. There will be sufficient signage around both routes and runners and walkers are asked to comply with signage, directions and instructions. Details on the Solas Centre and how you can get involved with the 2015 Solas Centre Run and Walk for Life can be found on www.solascentre.ie or by contacting the Solas Centre directly on 051 304 604 or on Facebook by searching with Solas Centre South East Run for Life. Finally, the 2015 Run and Walk for Life Committee would like to thank ALL the sponsors and contributors and ask the runners, joggers and walkers to stay safe and enjoy the day.

DENTISTS in County Waterford have received over €4.3m in payments under the HSE’s Primary Care Reimbursement Service (PCRS) over a two year period (2012 and 2013). The PCRS is a scheme which pays health care professionals, like Dentists, who provide free or reduced cost services to the public. The figures paid to Dentists is the fourth part of an investigation by the Dungarvan Observer into PCRS payments to healthcare professionals during the two year period, 2012 and 2013. Over the last number of weeks, this newspaper has published detailed payments to individual GPs, Pharmacies and Opticians

under the PCRS scheme. This week, we look at the amount of money paid to individual Dentists in County Waterford. The PCRS figures were obtained by this newspaper from the HSE under the Freedom of Information Act. The figures show that the total PCRS paid to Dentists in County Waterford has increased over the past three years. In 2011, there were 41 payments under the PCRS scheme to Dentists in County Waterford totalling over €1.8m In 2012, there were 38 PCRS payments to Dentists in County Waterford, totalling over €2.147m. In 2013, there were 43 payments to Dentists in

HSE payments to Waterford Dentists in 2012 NAME Dr. Ronan O’Donovan Ms. Rita O’Hara Mr. Richard O’Hara Dr. Peter Morrison Shauna Hannon Dr. Susan O’Hara John Bresnan Sarah Cusack Dr. Brid Cantwell Mr. John Collins Dr. Sorcha White Dr. Michele O’Hanrahan Mr. Richard Power Dr. Tomás Murray Dr. Maurice O’Brien Dr. Ronan Fox Dr. Paul Finbarr Twomey Dr. Noelene Walsh Jacek Chmielewski Dr. Philip Christie Dr. Desmond Kennedy Dr. Claudia Muegge Dr. David Kenny Fiona Kenny George Dumitrescu Dermot Crowley Dr. John Heaney Dr. Niamh Gormley Aisling Bannon Aisling Bannon Orla Shanahan Monica Ryan Dr. Claire O’Connor Dr. Aengus Kelly Dr. Fergal Walsh Niamh Gormley Barry Power Kathleen McCarthy TOTAL

YEAR Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Full year 2012 Part year 2012 Part year 2012 Part year 2012

TOTAL €170,480 €134,398 €118,713 €113,315 €112,567 €106,946 €102,301 €92,716 €91,869 €83,351 €81,754 €80,218 €79,786 €78,035 €77,161 €76,393 €61,035 €59,177 €48,620 €45,914 €41,569 €41,376 €38,012 €36,454 €31,528 €29,815 €27,329 €17,417 €16,169 €15,972 €6,049 €4,022 €2,775 €372 €123 €13,209 €10,049 €572 €2,147,561

County Waterford totalling over €2.187m. As can be seen from the tables, there were seven Dentists who were paid over €100,000 in 2012; and six Dentists paid over €100,000 in 2013. Routine treatments are categorised as either ‘above the line’ or ‘below the line’. ‘Above the line’ treatments are uncomplicated procedures such as fillings and extractions, while ‘below the line’ treatments are advanced procedures such as protracted periodontal or prosthetics. ‘Below the line’ treatments require prior HSE approval for a specific

course of treatment. Full denture treatment is available, with prior HSE approval, to all edentulous GMS (General Medical Service) persons over the age of 16. TOTAL PCRS PAYMENTS TO HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS Over the two year period (2012 and 2013) the HSE has paid over €57m in PCRS payments to healthcare professionals (Doctors, Pharmacies, Opticians and Dentists) in County Waterford, for providing free or reduced cost services to the public.

HSE payments to Waterford Dentists in 2013 NAME Dr. Ronan O’Donovan Dr. Claudia Muegge Dr. Peter Morrison Shauna Hannon Dr. Susan O’Hara Sarah Cusack Ms. Rita O’Hara Mr. Richard O’Hara Dr. Ronan Fox Dr. Maurice O’Brien Mr. Richard Power Dr. Brid Cantwell Dr. Tomás Murray Mr. John Collins Dr. Michele O’Hanrahan Dr. Desmond Kennedy Dr. Sorcha White Dr. Paul Finbarr Twomey Dr. Noelene Walsh Elena Wyssenbach Dermot Crowley Dr. Philip Christie Barry Power Niamh Gormley Dr. David Kenny Aisling Bannon Aisling Bannon Dr. Niamh Gormley John Bresnan Monica Ryan Dr. Fergal Walsh Dr. Aengus Kelly Dr. Claire O’Connor Fiona Kenny George Dumitrescu Conor O’Hara Kathleen McCarthy Kathleen McCarthy Jacek Chmielewski Norrie June Moloney Orla Shanahan Orla Shanahan Jacek Chmielewski TOTAL

YEAR Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Full year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013 Part year 2013

TOTAL €194,302 €124,671 €121,137 €119,676 €112,375 €105,872 €97,902 €97,024 €89,510 €82,985 €80,740 €79,395 €77,669 €75,234 €66,981 €64,980 €61,519 €59,121 €57,543 €39,785 €35,775 €34,606 €34,385 €29,171 €28,278 €23,259 €18,846 €12,466 €4,624 €4,085 €831 €138 €100 €70 €33 €72,623 €19,532 €18,736 €16,059 €15,187 €7,609 €1,685 €1,177 €2,187,696

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Barracuda Swim Club and Swim Lessons take on Youghal Triathlon LAST Saturday a number of swimmers from our

Barracuda Swim Club and Swim Lessons headed to

Youghal Co. Cork for the Moby Dick Junior Triathlon/Kidathlon. An early start to the day for all, with many parents taking part in the Senior Sprint Triathlon in the afternoon! There were 3 waves, 8-9 year olds, 10-13 year olds, and 14-15 year olds. The competition started off at 10am with the 8-9 year olds, with 2 boys competing in this event, Cal Tutty and Paddy McCarthy headed of to the choppy seas for their 100m swim, flying through to the bike loop and then a fabulous run along the Boardwalk. Cal Tutty finishing First and Paddy in Second!!! Receiving trophies for

their hard work. The next wave was the largest of the day with the 10-13 years heading off on a 250m swim, again still a choppy swim, we had Ciaran Frisby, Elia Tutty, Ally Cunningham, Hannah McCarthy and Lia Cunningham. Off on the bike they had 2 laps of the course, and finishing again on the Boardwalk. Ciaran Frisby finishing first for the boys, and a trophy for his effort. Elia finishing 4th in the girls, Ally 6th, and Lia 7th. The last wave was the 14-15 years. Dani Cunningham heading off on a 400m swim, against Carrick on Suirâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cian

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keeffe, coming out of the water first girl and 3rd overall, she headed off on the bike for 3 laps, and a longer run out around the town. Finishing 3rd overall,

and 1st Girl. Well done to all! And to the parents and supporters on the day! Huge well done to all our Masters swimmers, who

competed in the afternoon, Linda Bradfield, Simon Moloney, Darren Tutty, Liz Callaghan, Ray Crowley and Peter Bourke great performances from all!

Dani Cunningham 1st 14-15 years.

Cal Tutty 1st and Paddy McCarthy 2nd Boys 8-9 years.

Elia Tutty 10-13 years and Dani Cunningham 14-15 years. Ally Cunningham, Hannah McCarthy, Lia Cunningham 10-13 years.

Pictured (l. to r.) back: Ciaran Frisby, Elia Tutty, Cal Tutty, Ally Cunningham, Dani Cunningham, Lia Cunningham. Front: Paddy McCarthy, Hannah McCarthy.

Ciaran Frisby 1st Boys 10-13 years.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Meabh Morrissey and Deirdre Morrissey pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening night's charity was Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kathleen Feeney and Noreen Barry pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening night's charity was Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Sar'anne O'Rourke, Michael Wright and Damien Geoghegan pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Niamh Enright, Jane casey and Sinead Mullaney pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening night's charity was Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Caroline O'Toole and Mary Kelly pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate.

Mary Lyons and Jessica Lyons pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate.

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Julie Anne French and Mary Ellen Casey pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Moira Flannagan and Amy Jordan pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Opening night of Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Natanya Geoghegan, Alma Power, Sar'Anne O'Rourke pictured at Curtain Graduate. Pictured are Mary Kelly, Mary Curran, Michael Wright and Sar'Anne Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. O'Rourke with Assistance Dog "Danny'. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kathleen Moore, Aine Moore, Bridgette Power and Aoife Landers pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate.

Rosaleen, Helen and Bridget pictured at Curtain Call Productions Jacinta O'Mahoney, Cathy O'Mahoney and Marie Cliffe pictured at Curtain Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening night's charity was Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] night's charity was Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cora Fitzgerald, Lisa Organ and Yvonne Cunningham pictured at Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. The opening night's charity was Irish Dogs for the Disabled. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Anne Butler from Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber pictured with John Ryan from Hygiene Excellence, Olivere Lannen from Olivere's Beauty Salon and Majella Osborne from Terra Nua Building Contractors pictured at Glanbia during the Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event. [David Clynch Photography]

Michael Hogan from Glanbia speaking to Chamber members during the Dunagrvan and West Waterford Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Mags Durand O'Connor, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre Manager pictured with Ally and Mariah Maye from the Lazy Lamb at Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber's Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Lucia Queally from Terra Nua Building Contractors speaking at the Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Kieran and Joe Roche from Joe Roche Glass and Glazing at Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber's Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Mags Durand O'Connor, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre Manager, photographs Tom Keith from Quantum Life and Dom Losty from Denise Radley Auctioneers at Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber's Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Members of Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber pictured at Terra Nua Building Contractors premises on Main Street, Dungarvan, during the Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors offices, Dungarvan Enterprise [David Clynch Photography] Centre and Glanbia.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Schools’ Devereux Cup Golf Competition THE annual Devereux Cup Golf competition between St. Augustine’s College and Dungarvan CBS will be held on Friday, 9th October, at the Gold Coast Golf Club. This annual competition between the

two schools will consist of twelve single matches.The team who wins more than six matches will be declared the winners and take home the Cup. This year has special significance as Gary Hurley, who represented the CBS

on many occasions in this event, has played in the Walker Cup for Britain & Ireland against the United States at Royal Lytham & St. Anne’s, Liverpool, where he performed exceptionally well. Another former golfer who represented

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St. Augustine’s is Seamus Power who is on the Web.com tour in the United States where he is performing well. Other notable former players who have participated in this golf competition are Jack and Gabriel Leacy and Kevin Stack.

Again many thanks to Noel Devereux Manshop for his generous sponsorship for this event over many years. Also a special thank you to the Golf Coast Golf Club for their continued support and use of their venue.

DUNGARVAN CBS

1. Eoin Conway, West Waterford Golf Club - Handicap 3

2. Michael Lenihan - Gold Coast Golf 3. Jake O’Riordan - Dungarvan Golf Club - Handicap 6 Club - Handicap 6

1. Luke Cummins - West Waterford Handicap 1 - Age 18

2. Darragh Herlihy - West Waterford 3. Stephen Donovan - West - Handicap 3 - Age 18 Waterford - Handicap 8 - Age 18

4. Daniel Raher - Dungarvan Golf Club - Handicap 6

5. Michael Troy - Dungarvan Golf 6. Johnnie Treen - Dungarvan Golf Club - Handicap 8 Club - Handicap 12

4. Conor Duggan - West Waterford Handicap 8 - Age 18

5. Maurice Daly - West Waterford - 6. John Blackwell - West Waterford Handicap 9 - Age 17 Handicap 14 - Age 18

7. Seanie Lenihan - Gold Coast Golf Club - Handicap 12

8. Conor Foley - Dungarvan Golf Club 9. Barry Morrissey - Dungarvan Golf - Handicap 14 Club – Handicap 16

7. Ronan Mansfield - West Waterford - Handicap 20 - Age 18

8. Sean Whelan Barrett - Dungarvan 9. Conor Whelan - West Waterford - Handicap 6 - Age 16 Handicap 22 - Age 16

10. Niall Buckley - Dungarvan Golf Club - Handicap 16

11. Ethan Raher - Dungarvan Golf 12. Sean Kent - Dungarvan Golf Club Club - Handicap 16 - Handicap 20

10. Jack Kiely - Goldcoast Handicap - Handicap 20 - Age 16

11. Shane Kiely - West Waterford - 12. Michael Kiely - Goldcoast Handicap 20 - Age 15 Handicap 17 - Age 14

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

High-level deceit State agencies disagree IT seems that week after week the trust of people is being undermined and we continue to be cheated in one fashion or another. The worst case of its kind disclosed last week involves not just Ireland, but countries around the world. It seems that old reliable Volkswagen, founded in the early days of Adolf Hitler to make the family car – hence named Volkswagen – a possibility and a reality for every German family is at the centre of a major cover-up and deceit. The company survived the rigours of World War II to go on to become a world wide success in the field of motor-car manufacture, but now, the credibility of the great company is in shreds after it was disclosed last week that it has been using digital technology to falsify results of emissions checks. According to a report in the Irish Examiner last week, almost 80,000 Volkswagen cars in Ireland have been fitted with the emissions-cheating software. “After days of speculation,” reads the report, “Volkswagen Ireland confirmed that 79,348 cars on Irish roads are affected. The specific numbers of vehicles in Ireland affected per brand are: Volkswagen

passenger cars (34,387), Audi (16,485), Seat (4,365), Skoda (16,004) and Volkswagen commercial vehicles (8,107). These are vehicles sold through the Volkswagen authorised dealer network in Ireland. However, the company said the number of affected used vehicles which have been imported “is still under clarification”. This number could be up to an additional 30,000 cars, the company said. In a statement, the company said it would be contacting customers with details of how to rectify the problem. That is the immediate task, but how to restore the company’s credibility may be a far more difficult and longer-term undertaking. Elsewhere the Examiner also reported that more than one in five weighing scales in shops gave false readings last year, while more than a third of taxi meters also failed inspection. According to the annual report of the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI), 31% of 2,130 vehicle taxi meters tested failed inspections, while 21% of weighing scales in shops tested by NSAI inspectors failed.

Despite this, however, last year saw a sharp increase in the compliance rates among petrol stations. Of the 5,941 petrol/diesel pumps tested by NSAI inspectors to ensure they were calibrated correctly, just 393 failed (7%). Some of the reasons for failures include the petrol/diesel pumps or taximeters had recently been repaired, altered or adjusted, or the seals were broken or damaged. NSAI inspectors issued warnings to the businesses affected, specifying that the issue be rectified within a certain time frame. The NSAI also investigated 128 consumer complaints of inaccurate weights and measurements. Throughout 2014, NSAI inspectors conducted 5,659 site visits to businesses, testing 15,032 instruments, from alcohol or liquor dispensers to scales for retail and points of sale. It is good to see that a state agency is doing what it was set up to do and is adequately protecting the interests of the public at a time when the temptation to steal is at its greatest. Outside of the genuine errors, there will always be those who will succumb to such temptation and few will sympathise with them when they are caught.

THERE are very few people who will disagree that the food dispensed from fastfood outlets is a significant contributor to the rise in weight problems, especially among young people. That is not to say that it is, in itself, unhealthy, but in excess and as a substitute for a more balanced diet it can lead to bad eating habits and therefore, in tandem with a sedentary lifestyle, can cause a person to become seriously overweight. For some years now, there has been a concerted campaign in schools to steer students away from sugar foods and drinks and the provision of food is now an accepted part of mid-morning or lunch break for students. However, now comes news that an Bord Pleanala have given the green light to fast food giant McDonalds to open an outlet near three schools in Greystones, despite vocal opposition from the community. According to a report in the Irish Independent at the weekend, Councillors and residents in Greystones, as well as the Greystones Municipal District, all lodged appeals against planning permission granted to the business to open a new branch in the town. However, their appeals were rejected by An Bord Pleanala and this ruling has given the US multinational the go-ahead to construct a cafe and health and fitness studio on a site in the Blacklion shopping centre in the Wicklow town.

This decision has angered the coastal community and many residents feel the site of the fast-food outlet is unsuitable due to its proximity to three schools. Two of these are primary schools, while the third is a second-level school – in total, they have a student population of approximately 2,000 when they are fully operational. At a local community meeting last year, residents claimed the plans were a "cynical, deliberate attempt" by the fast food chain to target school children, giving them greater access to low-quality food. McDonald's has denied that the location of the restaurant is deliberate and argued that its new project will generate lots of jobs in the area. "Proximity to local schools is not a deciding factor or part of the criteria for McDonald's when it comes to assessing suitable locations for new restaurants," it claimed in a statement. However, support is being mobilised by local residents against the project and a judicial review is being contemplated. The concerns come amid a recent report that shows one in four Irish children is overweight and a quarter of 11-year-olds are now clinically obese. It will be interesting to see whether the needs of children can be effectively balanced against the intentions of a multinational giant and who will win in this potential legal battle.

Leader of Fianna Fáil visits Dungarvan THE leader of Fianna Fáil, Mr Micheál Martin T.D, was in Dungarvan last Friday morning, October 2nd, and attended two engagements. Mr Martin arrived in Dungarvan late on Thursday night and was accommodated in Lawlor’s Hotel. He had an early start on Friday morning and his first port of call was to St. Augustine’s College. The Secondary school, located in Duckspool Abbeyside, had invited Mr Martin to come and address their third year students and to assist with their C.S.P.E action project. This invitation was a long outstanding invitation and the visit to the secondary school was organised by Waterford’s Representative on the Fianna Fáil National Executive, Mr Seánaí Kiely, who is a past student of the school. Mr Martin addressed the 3rd year students and teachers for over an hour shortly after 9 a.m. in what was an informative

talk mainly focusing on his time in the Ministerial Portfolios of Health, Education, Enterprise & Trade and Foreign Affairs. Mr Martin also discussed current affairs with the students and their was great enthusiasm, which was evident by the amount of questions Mr Martin was asked by the students in a Q&A session which followed his talk. Mr. Martin thanked all the students and staff that facilitated his visit, especially, History Teacher Dónal Williams, who first initiated the invitation and thanks was also given to Principal, Ms Ailbhe Ni Neachtáin, and Deputy Principal, Mr. Jim Power. After his visit to “The Friary”, Mr. Martin made a visit to the Waterford County Museum, a visit that he had specifically requested to take place for personal reasons. Mr Martin’s father was on the Irish Olympic Boxing team and was a room-mate of

legendary Dungarvan boxer, Peter “Ironman” Crotty. Recently, Mr. Martin had seen a picture of the Irish Boxing Team, which included his father and Peter Crotty taken at a train station in Italy in 1952, shared on the Waterford County Museum’s twitter feed and recognised his father in the picture. Once again, with the assistance of Fianna Fáil National Executive member, Seánaí Kiely, and the staff of the Museum, it was possible to track down this photo and get a copy, which was then presented to Mr. Martin. Relatives of Peter Crotty were also in attendance as was Fianna Fáil’s General Election candidate, Cllr. Mary Butler. After this engagement, Mr. Martin then departed Dungarvan for further arranged events and engagements in Waterford City.

Micheal Martin, T.D., pictured with Principal and teaching staff of St. Augustine’s College, Dungarvan.

Micheal Martin, T.D., pictured with St. Augustine’s College students prior to his departure.

IN MEMORIAM

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

In Memoriam

AYLWARD (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Cecilia Aylward (nee Boland), late of St. Anne’s Terrace, Kilmacthomas, whose Third Anniversary occurs on 10th October, 2015. Anniversary Mass will be offered on Monday, 26th October, at 11.00 a.m. in All Saints Church, Newtown. A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sad way. In thoughts we see you just the same, In love and pride we speak your name, Sunshine passes and shadows fall, But love and memories outlast them all. No matter how our lives have changed, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.

–Always in our thoughts and prayers, love Dad; your brothers and sisters and their families.

CURRAN (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Eddie Curran, late of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, who died on 4th October, 1995. R.I.P. Masses offered. Twenty lonely years without you Dad, Is the saddest I have ever known, I treasure every thought of you, As I go on alone. To where you rest I travel, To where I feel most near, I place my flowers around you, And whisper I am here. To me you were someone special, What more is there to say, I wish with all my heart, I could go home to see you today, Miss you Dad. If roses grow in Heaven, Lord, Pick a bunch for us, Place them in Grandpa’s hand, And tell him they’re from us.

HOGAN (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Catherine Hogan (neé Watson), late of Ballyvoile, Stradbally, who died on 4th October, 2007. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 10th October, at 7.30 p.m. in the Church of The Holy Cross, Stradbally, Co. Waterford. “There is a sacredness in tears, They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief … And of unspeakable love.” –Washington Irving

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

LAWLOR (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of our mother Margaret (Dedy), nee McCarthy, late of Ballyvoile, Stradbally, whose Anniversary occurs on 7th October. R.I.P. Masses offered. As long as our hearts keep beating, As long as our eyes shed tears, We will always love and miss you, No matter how many years. A tribute of love, To a mother so dear, So close to our hearts, Each day of the year. A smile for all, a heart of gold, One of the best this world could hold, Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories you left behind.

–Loved and missed by all your family.

–From your loving daughter Kitty, grandchildren and great grandchildren, Tramore. CONNERY (7th anniversary) – Treasured memories of John Connery, late of Park Terrace, Dungarvan, who died on 8th October, 2008. R.I.P. Every day in some small way, Memories of you come our way. Masses offered.

–Forever in our thoughts and prayers, Máire, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Molad go deó le Dia.

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FLYNN (33rd anniversary) – In fond memory of our beloved Mary, late of “The Fountain,” Youghal Road, Dungarvan, who died on Sunday, 10th October, 1982 Memory is that golden chain, That binds us together, Until we meet again.

–Sadly missed and fondly remembered by your sisters Janice and Anita and Dad Austin.

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

LYNCH (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of Bridget Lynch, late of Duffcarrick, Ardmore, who died on 4th October, 2005. R.I.P.

It need not be a special day, To bring you to my mind, For a day without a thought of you, Is very hard to find. I think of you in silence, I talk about you too, I have some lovely memories, But wish I still had you.

She was a mother so very rare, Content in her home and always there, On earth she toiled, in Heaven she rests, God bless you mother, you were one of the best.

–Fondly remembered today and always by your loving husband Joe. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, on Saturday, 10th October, at 7.30 p.m.

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–Always remembered by your son Michael and Ruth; daughter Margaret and Pat and all their families.

As each day dawns, We think of you, As each night falls, We pray for you. And throughout our lives, No matter where, In our hearts, You are always there.

–Sadly missed by Mary and all your loving family at home and abroad. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 12th October, in the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, at 7.30 p.m. NORRIS (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear friend Graham Norris, late of Bramblehill, Lemybrien, and Woodfield, Glendalligan, who died on 12th October, 2005, and whose birthday occurs on 28th October.

NUGENT (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Michael Nugent, late of Ballygalane, Lismore, Co. Waterford, whose Anniversary occurs on 5th October.

POWER (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Matty Power, late of Kilrush Park, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 19th October.

You never said “I’m leaving,” You never said goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knew why. A million times we needed you, A million times we cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, In our hearts we hold a place, That only you can fill.

Always a smile instead of a frown, Always a hand when one is down, Always true, thoughtful and kind, Wonderful memories you left behind. As time unfolds another year, Memories keep you ever near, Silent thoughts of time together, Hold memories that will last forever.

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

–Always loved and remembered by your wife Bridie; son Michael; daughters Tracy and Pamela; son-inlaw Eamonn and your grandchildren Oisin, Aoife and Rory, XXX. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 10th October, at 7.00 p.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.

A heart can feel so many things, That words can never say, The sadness that this day brings, Will never go away. You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left behind the sweetest memories, The world could ever hold. To us you were someone special, Someone kind and true, You’ll never be forgotten, For we thought the world of you. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, There will always be a special place, Within our hearts for you.

O’LOUGHLIN (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Brian O’Loughlin, late of Clashbrack, Dungarvan, who died on 10th October, 2013. R.I.P.

–Always loved and remembered by Martina and the Corbett family, Stradbally.

–Always remembered by your loving family.

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Our lips cannot speak, How we loved him, Our hearts cannot tell, What to say. But God only knows, How we miss him, In our home, That is lonely today.

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Thank You

JOAN BARRY, Garrahalish, Kilmacthomas – Wishes to thank most sincerely all those who wished her well during her recent illness; those who sent cards, visited her in hospital and at her home where she is now recovering well. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

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Charity / Donations

THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Call HELEN. Tel. (087) 2756576. (ind.)

NAVIN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Edward Navin, late of Killelton, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, who died on 12th October, 2011. R.I.P.

MORONEY (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of Margaret Moroney, late of Coolnasmear, whose Anniversary occurs on 10th October. Will those who think of Margaret today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always loved and remembered by your family at home and abroad.

QUINN – Birthday remembrance for David and Triona whose birthdays occur on 8th and 15th October.

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–Always loved and never forgotten, the Quinn and Foley families, XX.

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NEW AND USED AIR COMPRESSORS – Single Phase / 3 Phase / 110volt / Petrol / Diesel. Full range of Dental Air Compressors. Screw Air Compressors from 10hp to 250hp. 5 Year Warranty on all new Screw Compressors. 3 Year Warranty on all new Belt Driven Compressors. All Compressors 10 Bar suitable for all trades. Driers – Filters – Air Receivers and Bare Pumps. Spray Guns – Spray Pot Units – Lubricators – Regulators. Nail/Stapling Guns – Automatic Air Receiver Drains. Full range of Air Tools – Sandblasting Units. Full back-up service and spare parts. AIRCO Compressed Air Service, Deelish, Dungarvan. Tel. (086) 8664555 / www.airco.ie (16-3)

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

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Re-Upholstery

RE-UPHOLSTERY, CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home. Collection and delivery. Sofas and Couches made to order. Curtains and Pelmets made to measure. Extensive range of fabrics to choose from. Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must. Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed. Ned O’Connell, Seafield, Youghal. Tel. (024) 93106.

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

AFFORDABLE COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY, Dungarvan – Personal Counselling for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Member of IACP and PSI. Contact: Dr. Kay McKiernan (Psychology) 086-8578521 • email: kay@aonahouse.com (31-12)

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Tarmacadam

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

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Carpentry & Construction

MARK BURKE CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION – Highest standards, best price guaranteed. Available for maintenance, renovation and new builds. No job too big or small. Free quotations. Call 086 318 0612 or find us on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/pro file.php?id=141422531549 5691. (9-10)

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Yoga Suain

ONGOING CLASSES – Tuesday in The Park Hotel. Pregnancy 7–8 p.m. Continuous Beginners 8–9 p.m. Wednesday in The Park Hotel. Intermediate 8–9 p.m. Thursday in The Park Hotel. Gentle Morning 10.00–11.00 a.m. Beginners 11.00 a.m. – 12 noon. Friday in Bioactive Gym. Iron Yoga 7.30 – 8.30 p.m. Special Offer – 9 Classes for €80. Hypnobirthing Workshop on Saturday, 7th November. Contact: Mary 087 6977426 / www.yogasuain.com (ind.)

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Financial Services

TAX PROBLEMS? – Are you self-employed? In arrears with tax and books? Want to reduce your tax bill? Unhappy with existing adviser? Experienced qualified Accountant available. Personal service. Ring: (087) 3916383 (Patrick). (23-10)

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Lands Preserved

REMINDER Hunters, hounds and shooters strictly forbidden to enter the 21⁄2 acre grounds of Bridane Cottage, Bridane Lower, Lismore, Co. Waterford.

For Sale

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

Joe Coffey Blinds & Curtains 27 GRATTAN SQUARE, DUNGARVAN 058 41506 / 087 0518333 Roller Blinds • Wood Venetian • Vertical • Roman • Velux Roof Blinds • Aluminium Venetian Selection of Wooden & Aluminium Curtain Poles now in stock Curtain Material, Lining & Tapes SELECTION OF READY-MADE CURTAINS IN STOCK 40% OFF WOOD VENETIAN BLINDS OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday 10.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.

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Poultry

HY-LINE POINT OF LAY PULLETS AVAILABLE – Near lay. Tel. Ryan (025) 27299. (23-10)

REHEARSAL HUB – New Art Classes starting soon in Dungarvan. Children’s after school weekly art classes will commence on 14th October in the Rehearsal Hub, Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan. Activities will include: Painting / drawing, collage, sculpture, mask making, play dough, card making, tie dye tee shirts, stone painting / mandalas, and many more. Times and days: Wednesday 4–7 year old 3.30 – 4.30 p.m. Thursday 8–12 year olds 3.30 – 4.30 p.m. €80 for 10 week course. Sibling discounts available. Booking is essential as places are limited. For more info and booking please contact Tamsin on (087) 6822172 or Natalie on (086) 8842843. Find ‘the ArtPad’ on Facebook.

7 ACRES OF MAIZE FOR SALE – Dungarvan area. Can be sold on stem or harvesting and delivery can be arranged. Tel. (087) 7830601. (16-10) POINT OF LAY PULLETS, TURKEYS AND DUCKLINGS – For sale outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 12th October, from 11.00 a.m. until 1.30 p.m. Tel. (026) 41905 / (087) 2208061.

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Vehicles For Sale

2000 TOYOTA AVENSIS 1.6 – Petrol. Taxed and tested. Good condition. Tel. (087) 2764530.

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Agri Sale

GALVANISED GATES – Barriers, Cubicles, Cattle Crush Panels, Cow Mats. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry / www.ryanbrothers.ie / Laurence (087) 7994737. (ind.)

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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.) PEDIGREE TEXEL RAMS AND SHEARLINGS FOR SALE – Tel. (024) 97357 or (087) 9926751. (ind.) PUREBRED REGISTERED CHAROLAIS RAMS – Contact: (087) 7795034. (9-10)

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Wanted For Export

TRACTORS – Massey Ferguson, Ford, John Deere, Zetor, Ursus, Belarus. In any condition. Also wanted: Round Balers – Krone, Claas, Welger, etc. Tel. (087) 2598863. (3-10)

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years of age. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (30-10)

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) TWO SLATTED HOUSES TO LET – B&B basis. Dungarvan area. Tel. (087) 2594139. (9-10) 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT TO LET – Dungarvan. Immediate availability. Tel. (087) 7773596.

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Baby Workshops

BABY REFLEXOLOGY WORKSHOPS – Bookings now being taken for the next series of reflexology workshops for parents and babies beginning October 15th, three Thursday mornings, 10.30 – 11.30 a.m., Abbeyside, Dungarvan. Suitable for babies from 4 weeks to pre-crawling. Contact: Carmel Fahy, Registered Reflexologist & Baby Reflex Practitioner, on 087 7408947.

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Language Grinds

FRENCH, GERMAN, SPANISH AND IRISH FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS – Small groups or 1-1 • Exam focussed • Intensive oral preparation • Contact: Maud (087) 9753783. (16-10)

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Grinds Wanted

GRANDS WANTED – For 5th Year student in Cappoquin / Lismore / Dungarvan area in Business Higher level and Accounting Higher level on Monday and Wednesday for 2 hours (flexible hours) each evening on a one-toone basis. Please contact (058) 23793 between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. (9-10)

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TUITION GIVEN IN MATHS AND IRISH – to Leaving Cert. level. Teacher has vast experience of correcting Department of Education and Science Exams and has reputation for achieving excellent results. Tel. (087) 7985533. (30-10)

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

FEATURE

Liam Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keeffe, Head Chef and Owner of the Lazy Lamb, outside the entrance to his Restaurant at Grattan Square, Dungarvan.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

The Lazy Lamb provides a unique dining experience in Dungarvan 1, 2, 3, O’Connell Street / Grattan Square, Dungarvan • 058-45667

Sous Chef Gowran Gloub serves up some delicious food at The Lazy Lamb.

Fine dining at The Lazy Lamb. Sarah Heffernan and Ally Maye enjoy a starter from the Lazy Lamb’s exquisite menu, while Restaurant Manager, Daniel Rilko, serves a Sauvignon Blanc.

A NEW contemporary restaurant in Dungarvan, which creates delicious meals using local, fresh and organic food has proven a huge hit with local diners as well as visitors to the area and built a strong reputation for excellence in the short time it has been open. The Lazy Lamb creates a wonderful variety of modern, original dishes, using freshly selected local, seasonal ingredients, served in an elegant, relaxing atmosphere, with splendid views overlooking Grattan Square and O’Connell Street. The restaurant is owned and operated by Head Chef, Liam O’Keeffe, a Dungarvan native, who decided to return to his hometown to bring a unique and varied seasonal menu to the area, which sets it apart from other restaurants and dining experiences. The gastronomic dining experience at The Lazy Lamb adds to Dungarvan’s prestige as a food tourism destination. All ingredients used are sourced locally, such as the organic lamb from Johnny Collins, Lismore; beef from Michael McGrath, Lismore; and other meats from Liam Rossiter, Dungarvan; fresh duck eggs, from Caroline Power; fresh fish and seafood from South Coast

Johnny Collins organic lamb.

Seafood; freshly-caught lobsters from Kieran Rossiter; and fresh fruit and vegetables from Lynch’s. As well as using local suppliers and produce, all their breads and deserts are made in-house, as are the soups and stocks. Liam is passionate about healthy, nutritional food and is adamant that only fresh, local, organic and free range produce be used in his restaurant. This passion and dedication to detail is important to many customers, who want top quality, traditional fresh food cooked perfectly. The restaurant has a wine licence and a limited selection of wines are available, but for a small corkage fee, staff are happy to accommodate people who want to bring their own favourite wine to enjoy with their meal. Liam points out that the concept of the Lazy Lamb is slow-dining, (hence the name!) as everything is cooked from fresh - but it is a concept that has been lost on some who prefer faster methods of cooking. Everything is freshly prepared and made using healthier techniques of cooking, such as steaming, braising, grilling and baking - no fast food here! “We try to stay away from the deep

Slow roast leg of lamb, Rosemary & Thyme stuffing, honey glazed root veg & sauté potatoes.

fat fryer,” said Liam speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. “Good food always takes time, and it is well worth the wait. “Nothing is deep fried - except chips if requested by a customer. What we do is restaurant quality food,” he said. Six months ago, Liam O’Keeffe opened the doors to the Lazy Lamb, with a staff of four. It has continued to go from strength to strength, now employing nine people. “At no stage did we have a slow build up, following our opening,” Liam pointed out. While their first night open saw eight customers through the doors, the following night there were over 40 customers for dinner, and it has been busy ever since. “We might have bookings for 65 on a Saturday night and more often than not serve in excess of 100 people,” Liam added. After 25 years working as a chef in some of the top restaurants in Ireland and abroad, Liam returned home to open the Lazy Lamb. Liam has the support of a dedicated team of staff, which includes Restaurant Manager, Daniel Rilko, who has 25 years experience in the

restaurant and catering industry. Liam began his career as an apprentice at Lawlors Hotel. He developed his skills and reputation, later working in Jersey for celebrity chef, Anthony Worrell Thompson; as well as head chef at the double Rosetta restaurant The Windmill, owned by Catherine Best; Head Chef at Rochestown Park Hotel; and a Sous Chef at the five-star Fota Island Resort Hotel. The lure of home was too great and Liam decided to open the Lazy Lamb, which is based at 1, 2, 3, O’Connell Street / Grattan Square. While he acknowledges that coming back to Dungarvan was a challenge, considering there are 33 eating houses operating in the town, he said the Lazy Lamb offers a unique and different dining experience for food lovers. There is phenomenal value at the Lazy Lamb, open seven days a week, with an early bird menu from 5.00 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. offering two courses for €21.95. The A La Carte menu is also available from 5.00 p.m. The Lazy Lamb can be contacted at 058-45667. Find us on Facebook.

The Team at the Lazy Lamb, left to right: Keith Moroney, Commis Chef; Mariah Maye-Twomey, Commis Waitress; Liam O’Keeffe, Head Chef and Owner; Ally Maye, Manager; Gowran Gloub, Sous Chef; and Daniel Rilko, Restaurant Manager.

Warm potato & chive cake, oak smoked Roast free range organic chicken, buttered spinach stuffing, salmon, beetroot puree & minted cucumber dressing. glazed root vegetables, butternut purée.

058 45667 Opening hours Monday to Saturday 5–10 p.m. Sunday 12 noon -10.00 p.m. Early Bird from 5–6.45 p.m. 2 Courses with tea/coffee €21.95 3 Courses with tea/coffee €25.95 FB: the lazy lamb Twitter: @lamb_lazy Instagram: the lazy lamb

LETTERS / NEWS

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

Vacant houses in Waterford Response to National Debate and Comment on Vacant Houses in Waterford from Joe Sullivan, SEO Housing, Waterford City & County Council. Thursday, 1st October, 2015. I am glad of the opportunity to respond and to make the position as clear as possible for people in Waterford in particular those people who are on the housing waiting lists who may be upset at what is a very misleading message for them and which does not in any way reflect the position on the ground or the outstanding work that is being done daily by our vacant house refurbishment team. It is important for people on the housing waiting lists to understand that there are no, I repeat, no vacant social houses in Waterford City and County that are not being refurbished for re-letting and there are no vacant houses that are not being refurnished in Waterford due to lack of funding. Having said that I do understand how the information may have been misinterpreted and acknowledge that it was not intended to be misleading. There is a perception out there nationally that there are a significant number of vacant social houses out there that are closed up and could be refurbished for people on the housing lists .While that may be somewhat the case and to different extents in different parts of the Country, that is absolutely not the position in Waterford City and County due to a completely proactive approach being adapted by the Housing department over many years. I will try to make the position as clear as I can. Every year a very significant number of existing houses in our social housing stock of 5,000 houses in total, become vacant for various reasons as follows, sadly some are as a result of The death of a tenant, New family formations, Many houses are abandoned by tenants each year without notice, Some are fire damaged, and some become vacant following transfers which are granted, based on serious overcrowding or for serious medical reasons. The total numbers of such vacancies arising are as follows. Over the last five years more than 700 houses have become vacant for one or other of the above reasons and have been refurbished by the housing department and re-tenanted. In 2014 alone a total of 167 houses were refurbished and re tenanted In 2015 118 houses have been refurbished and re tenanted just to date. So at any one time we will always have a number of houses that have become vacant and that are being refurbished for reletting. Once a house becomes vacant it is immediately included in our refurbishment programme and new tenants considered for them. Of the 71 houses currently being refurbished as referred to in the Sinn Fein statement the following is the position. 15 are completed and have been returned for re letting 25 units have works currently underway 28 units are currently in the tender process which we are obliged to comply with 3 units offered and refused, being re offered. And more importantly new tenants have been identified for all of them Summary and conclusion So at any one time we will always have units that have become vacant that are being refurbished for re-letting. But it is a continuing and evolving process and every month the units are at different locations, new ones will have come in and others will have been tenanted. But the critical point here is that we have no houses that are not being worked on or that have not been offered to applicants. We have no units that are not being worked on due to lack of funding . Is the funding of this programme challenging for the Council, it certainly is and it also challenging from the resource staff and management side. The return of 167 units in one year is not insignificant from either a cost or workload viewpoint. More importantly this is the lifeblood of our current allocations. And just to clarify if people see houses boarded up, this is an insurance and a security requirement while work is ongoing, it does not mean we are not working on the houses, or works may be finished and houses offered to applicants.While we are constantly trying to speed up the re letting process, there are a few strands to the process, from assessment of works required, to procurement and going to tender process to the actual re letting, where refusals of offers is still a factor (up to 30%) and leads to further time delays in re-letting. I trust that the above information helps to clarify the factual position and particularly for those directly affected. JOE SULLIVAN SEO Housing, Waterford City and County Council.

ESB Funding It seems incredible that the ESB have the gall to offer funding to community groups that live in the Woodhouse area, Kereen, Aglish. As a result of the Wind Turbines being installed the value of the properties have been devalued by at least €50k per dwelling plus the intrusion and affect they may have on people’s health. Dr. Alun Evans, Professor Emeritus at Queens University Belfast, Centre for Public Health, has written about the health risks. They want to be nice to the community giving them money that we all have paid €335m this year in PSO Charges and €92m went to the Wind Industry in subsidies. Do they take the general public to be so naive as to their ultimate goal that they can buy people off. The PSO is a subsidy for non-competitive power plants including PEAT FIRED generation and INTERMITTENT WIND POWER.There are other forms of renewable means of generation which will meet our needs, Bio-mass, Solar and Hydro, which we have had since electrification. Now we have 2000MW of surplus generating capacity in Ireland.The cost of this since 2007 is €5 billion. The Eirgrid median 10 year forecast is for a peak demand of 5000MW by 2019 and on that basis there is no need for any new capacity to meet demand. Our current energy policy will add a further 3000MW mainly wind power at a cost of €5 to €7 billion.The only way this is being financed is guarantee's approved by the Government and regulator that underpins the commercial risk to the developers. Name and phone number with Editor.

Cushcam Junction Garranbane, Dungarvan Sir, I read with concern the article on the front page of your edition of 18/9/15 that the preferred option of the NRA (or the TII as it is now known as) is to close the junction at Cushcam on the N25 approaching Dungarvan. Rumours have been circulating for some time that this was the intention and your article has confirmed this. Undoubtedly, this is a very dangerous junction and has been the scene of many accidents over the years. But, it’s all very well for a faceless person(s) in the office far away to make this decision without any consultation whatsoever with the local people who use this junction on a daily basis. Closure would have a devastating effect on the area and on the local community. It would effect the local school population, worshippers at both Garranbane and Ballinroad Churches, local farmers, businesses and commuters coming off the Coast Road and Ballinroad going to their places of work throughout the county and neighbouring counties of South Tipperary and North East Cork. Parents bringing their children to Garranbane N.S. from the Pike, Deelish/Monarud areas will have an extra 4 kms to travel and parents from Tarr’s Bridge area an extra 2.9 kms. For parents with children in junior and senior classes this extra distance can be multiplied by 6 giving a total of extra 24 kms each day or an extra 120 kms per week. (Approximately 75 miles). The same applies to the local churches and it would be much easier to attend these institutions in the town to the detriment of the local ones as many parents drop their children to school on their way to work. If the NRA proceed with their preferred option will they provide a set down area for the parents who arrive at Cushcam Junction so that their children can be escorted the 150 metre walk to the school? Most unlikely and in any case this would solve nothing for the other users of the junction. Also if this junction was to be closed consideration should be given to the extra volume of traffic that would use the Knocknagranagh Junction. This junction has been improved in recent times though many users approaching the junction from the Waterford end are at a loss as to why a filter lane was not provided for those exciting the N25 as it is felt that there is a grave danger of being rearended. Also, it is very doubtful if the roadway from the junction on the N25 towards the golf course could cater for the extra traffic that would be involved.Where is the wisdom of diverting extra traffic through the built up area of Ballinroad? Also the suggestion that a footpath be provided from Ballinroad to Garranbane School is all very well but many parts of that roadway are too narrow to accommodate a footpath and two-way vehicular traffic. It is ironic that these extra distances could be imposed on people in this area, and 4km further in the road, in the urban area there is the Smart Travel Initiative which discourages the use of vehicular traffic, and rural people may be forced to increase the use of their vehicles. While improvements are urgently required at this junction, closure is not a solution. Lest anyone be under any illusion, this proposed course of action has nothing to do with road safety, it is purely financial. The time has now come for all users of this junction to stand up and be counted and oppose the option proposed by the NRA before there is another nail in the coffin of Rural Ireland. It is also incumbent on our Elected Representative to oppose this course of action in whatever way they can. Ní neart go cur le chéile. Yours thankfully, FRANK O’DONNELL.

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Just think of it! IT does appear that Pope Francis is in danger of becoming too popular. But isn’t being popular a good thing? It is indeed – but you can have too much of a good thing. I suggest that it is not desirable that people would begin to think, and talk, of the Church as the Pope’s Church. That is what it is not: it is God’s Church, and Jesus the Lord, God incarnate, is the person who matters most in the Church. One reason for the Pope’s popularity is that he clearly likes people: he likes to be close to them, chatting them up, and getting to know how the other half of the world lives. This interest he has in ordinary people (it must cause the security staff headaches) is a reflection of how Jesus behaved towards people. Regularly in the Gospel we find Jesus surrounded by a crowd, and a very voluble and excitable crowd they probably were at times, and quite often when Jesus was told of someone who was ill his reaction was to go and visit the person, even though Jesus had the power to heal at a distance if he so wished. The importance of the individual person was being highlighted by Jesus, and Pope Francis is applying the same principle. Strangely enough, this train of thought originated form a report in the “Irish Examiner” of a survey taken among the farming community. Among the findings of this survey was the report that a majority of farmers are in favour of abortion and a majority are in favour of assisted suicide. I find these findings very surprising, because farmers spend so much of their time and energy encouraging life, whether it be the life of animals or the life of plants. But abortion and suicide (assisted or not) result in a dead human being. The fact that in each case only one human being is dead doesn’t mean that it’s okay to extinguish just one life. The individual human that finishes up dead, having been aborted or having been helped to kill him/herself, that individual mattered to God, and we are expected to preserve that life, not wipe it out. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 28th SUNDAY in Ordinary – Wisdom 7:7-11 Time Compared with wisdom, I held riches as nothing. Hebrews 4:1213 The word of God can judge secret emotions and thoughts. Mark 10:17-30 Go and sell everything you own and follow me. The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help continues each Monday at 7.30 p.m. No 9.30 a.m. Morning Mass on Mondays during the Novena. October is the month of the Rosary – The Rosary is prayed each morning here in St. Mary’s after the 9.30 a.m. Mass and after the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Saturdays. The Rosary is the means at hand of praying for the needs of the Church, of the world and for our own needs. (Adapted from Pope John XXIII). Diocesan Celebration of a Prayer Service of Thanksgiving for Year of Religious Life in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in Waterford on Mission Sunday, October 18th next, beginning at 3.00 p.m. It will be led by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan who will be joined by people from throughout the Diocese and women and men from the 19 Religious Orders ministering in the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore. It will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the work of religious in the

Diocese and to express our appreciation for their presence, their witness, their work and their dedication. The invitation is extended to the people of the whole Diocese. We hope that as many as possible will make the effort to be there. The celebration will be followed by refreshments in the Granville Hotel. Reflection and Formation Evenings for Present and New Ministers of the Word Monday, October 12th, and M inisters of the Eucharist, Monday, October 19th, in the Déise Day Care Centre at 7.30 p.m. each Monday. Attendance is very much encouraged and to help Mary Dee in her preparation for these evenings, she needs to have some idea of number attending. Please give your name to the Parish Office (42374). 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: 086 233 4282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087 774 7870.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

NEWSREEL … Ballymacarbry Community PILATES Are you interested in starting Pilates classes? Depending on numbers wishing to participate, classes will hopefully be starting in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on Wednesday, October 7th from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Classes will cost €50 for 6 weeks. For more information or if you are interested in signing up, please contact Helen at 087 7910454.

Invitation ALZHEIMER Society Saturday Club entertainment with Sunset Sound welcoming us back after Summer break in the Deise Day Care Centre, Mitchell Street, Dungarvan, 2–4 p.m. Light refreshments provided. For further information please phone 086 8362619.

Hospice Coffee Morning THE recent ‘Bewleys Coffee Morning’ in aid of the Hospice Services held on Thursday, 17th September, 2015, at Ryan’s South Mall, Lismore, raised the sum of €1,100 which was divided equally between Marymount Hospice and the West Waterford Hospice Care Team. John Ryan, Una Dowd and Tom O’Grady would like to sincerely thank all those who contributed in any way to this most deserving cause. A special word of thanks to those who provided such a wonderful array of baking and to all those who gave of their time to help cater and ensure everyone was welcomed and catered for. Sadly, we all at some stage will directly or indirectly require and witness the commitment, compassion and unconditional love that the Hospice teams provide in helping make the final stages of ‘Life’s Journey’ as comfortable as is humanely possible. It is indeed the generosity of you the public that ensures The Hospice Services continue to survive into the future thus guaranteeing the provision of this beautiful service to all those who may require it.Thanking you again for your generosity.

Ballinroad ICA SEPTEMBER MEETING We welcome our members back after the Summer break and we also welcome new members. Catherine Lawlor from Kilrossanty ICA Guild facilitated the meeting. She showed us how to make facinators and accessories for any occasion. Her display was creative and very colourful. Thank you Catherine. KILLARNEY Welcome back to all those who travelled with Monica and Frances to Killarney. Hope all had a good time and the weather did'nt disappoint. OCTOBER MEETING Our October meeting will be held on Wednesday 14th October in Ballinroad Hall. All are welcome. At this meeting we will have an Auction in aid of SERT. Hope to see you all there.

“A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant” REHEARSALS are now well underway for Dungarvan Dramatic Club’s upcoming production of “A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant” by Tom Murphy. Director, Ruaidhri de Paor, is busy getting to grips with this comedy and starting to put the large cast of 13 characters through their paces. Written in 1969, “A Crucial Week” is the story of John Joe Moran (played by Liam Ryan), a dreamer, a ‘fooleen’ of a man who can’t decide whether to stick it out at home or emigrate out to the great unknown. He has no money and no prospect of ever earning a decent wage from the stingy grocer, Mr Brown (Con O’Sullivan). He also has no freedom and no voice because both have been smothered by his overbearing mother (Pádraigín Ní Chadhla) who, in league with her close ally the Parish Priest (Pat Power), is determined to keep him at home. John Joe has a girl and dreams of escape, just like his brother. What ensues is a comedy about this unfunny situation, where the laughs are found in the saying (in dreams) of what goes unsaid in real life. The playwright Tom Murphy was born in Tuam, Co. Galway in 1935, the youngest of 10 children. Many of Murphy’s plays have premiered at The Abbey Theatre and he was honoured there in 2001 with a retrospective season of six of his plays. Tom Murphy is considered by many to be one of Ireland’s greatest living playwrights and sadly this week we bade farewell to another of our great playwrights, with the passing of Brian Friel. Dungarvan Dramatic Club has produced many

Friel plays over the years, all of which have been greatly received by our audiences. In 1972 and again in 2001 the Club performed one of Friel’s best loved plays, “Philadelphia Here I Come” which presents many themes similar to those which Tom Murphy explores in our current production of “A Crucial Week”. Other Friel plays performed by the Club include Aristocrats (1990), Dancing at Lughnasa (1995), Lovers (1998), The Loves of Cass Macguire (2004). Brian Friel’s wonderful and masterful plays have graced the stages of theatres throughout the world, both amateur and professional, for 55 years and no doubt will continue to do so for many more years to come. In the words of Gar Public in “Philadelphia Here I Come”, “ It’s all over. And all about to begin” Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. The Club would like to convey its sympathies to Ruaidhri de Paor on the passing of his mother, Seosaimhín de Paor. Seosaimhín was a faithful supporter of Dungarvan Dramatic Club, coming to many productions over the years. Her final visit to a DDC production was to see Ruaidhri playing “Da” in November last year. We would also like to convey sympathies to Club member, David Mansfield and his family, on the recent death of his wife, Judy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. And in the words of William Shakespeare, “ they have their exits and their entrances”.The Club would like to congratulate Dave Zannis, ‘our lighting man’, Grainne and Saoirse on the birth of their new baby, Donnacha.

Ruaidhri de Paor giving direction to Pádraigín Ní Chadhla and Con O'Sullivan during rehearsals for "A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer's Assistant"

Cast members Des Feeney, Louise Bradley and Margaret Dennehy diligently learning their lines during rehearsals, with members of the Production Team in the background!

Dungarvan Men’s Shed

The Old Market House The Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan Co. Waterford has successfully launched A COMMON BEAUTY, an exhibition of relevant paintings of Irish life, beautifully rendered in watercolour by Ann Martin. The exhibition for the first time in Ireland brings together her recent paintings to join paintings on loan from private collections around the country forming a comprehensive view of the artist’s work over 25 years in Ireland. The Opening on September 17th was officiated by Dr. Lily D. Chambers, Research Engineer in Biomechanics who spoke of the natural process of selective sight and selective signification in the creative process. The exhibition is open to the public and on view Tuesday to Friday, 11 am to 5 pm. closed for lunch 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm and Saturdays 1 pm. to 5 pm. October 31st.

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Some of Ger’s Dahlia's.

NEWS FROM THE SHED Busy week in the Shed again, with the return of some stalwarts of the workshop from holidays. Also a big welcome to the new Shed members, who have made a very positive start in the workshops, and brought new ideas and projects on board. Well done to all! Christmas production of

items is in full swing, with cribs and such in the workshops, and handmade candles and holders, fairy doors and such like in the craft room. Full swing on the gardening front as well, with plenty of bulbs and such in the green house, so don't be afraid to drop in people, just up at the back of the old Tech in Wolfe Tone Road to have a look and a laugh at your local Shed!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Lismore TIDY TOWNS Everyone involved with Lismore Tidy Towns were delighted with the news from the Helix Theatre Dublin on Monday, 28th November, when the 2015 SuperValu Tidy Towns results were announced. LISMORE WON FOUR AWARDS Tidiest Town in Co. Waterford, Gold medal for the leader in population category C, shortlisted as one of Ireland's top tourism towns, the small town and national winner of the Gum Litter Task Force Award. The marks awarded to Lismore were 321 an increase of 7 on 2014 just 2 marks behind the national overall winner Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. Lismore was also in the running for the small town award with Listowel, Co. Kerry and Leighlinbridge Co. Carlow with the winner being Listowel with 322 marks. The adjudicator's report can be read online at www.tidytowns.ie. The report is quite a comprehensive one and has pointed out some areas to be worked on for the coming year.A big thank you to everyone who played any role leading to the above achievement. Congratulations to our near neighbours Cappoquin, Ballyduff and Tallow for increasing their marks in the competition and to Ardmore who came second in the county and Stradbally who were third Congratulations also to Clashmore who won the Endeavour award for Co. Waterford. Presentation of the various awards will take place in Clonegal, Co. Carlow who are the regional award winner for the South East Region at a date yet to be decided. Kerry, Cork and Waterford feature heavily in the shortlist for the best tourist towns in the country. In line for the best small town award are Kenmare and Sneem, Co. Kerry; Ardmore and Lismore in Co. Waterford; Clonakilty Cork and Adare Co. Limerick. For best large town the shortlist is

Killarney and Tralee Co. Kerry, Cobh in Cork and Kilkenny City.The shortlisted towns have already been subject to a series of unannounced inspections from a team of independent" secret shoppers" who visited each location and assessed the quality of the visitor experience. The independent judges are now examining all aspects of each town's appeal and will be deliberating over the coming weeks to decide which are Ireland's Best Large and Best Small Tourism Towns. The overall winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 25th in the Morrison Hotel, Dublin. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK This week the A-Z of terms concerning the environment continues----C CARBON COUNT-a measure of the amount of carbon dioxide you produce through your lifestyle every day for example through driving or using electrical appliances CARBON DIOXIDE- A colourless gas that is naturally produced from animals and people in exhaled air and the decay of plants. It is removed from the atmosphere by photosynthesis in plants and dissolving in water. The use of fossil fuels such as coal and oil for energy is increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the air which is believed to contribute to global warming CARBON EMISSIONS --in the context of global warming, carbon dioxide released when substances especially oil, gas and coal are burned by vehicles, homes, factories and planes PARISH OF LISMORE & BALLYSAGGART Welcome to Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan to our Parish next Sat, 10th October. Thanks to the late Canon Thomas Nugent who bequeathed money to the parish in his will has enabled us to do a full rebuild and extend of the Parish organ. Mr Padraig O’Donovan was commis-

sioned to do the work. He was guided and encouraged by the parish organist Mr Donal Kennefick. You are very blessed to have a Parish Organist. The Church in Ballysaggart is also blessed with Ms Ann Carey who plays the organ every Sunday with the choir at the 9.30 am Mass. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan who has been invited will come and celebrate the 6.15 pm vigil Mass on October 10th and bless the organ. It will be a very special evening and an opportunity to meet our new bishop after Mass over a cup of tea at the rear of the Church. Many thanks to the loyal members of the choir who will sing at this Mass as they do every Sunday. Now that we are beginning a new season all adult singers are welcome to come and join the choir. New members are always welcome, like any team if its to have a vibrant future. Practices are usually on Monday nights 8-9 pm. At the moment, the Lismore youth choir is needing a key board player to accompany the youth choir.. What is involved are two practises a month and participation at the 11am Sunday Mass, on the First Sunday of each month till June. This is Mission Month so it would be a prophetic deed where some person to volunteer to fill this position. As you know, the Parish survives so much on voluntary services. Would that the day would dawn when every member of the congregation would dare to sing. From a passive spirit to active participation seems a long way off. Would that you had a celebrant who could sing! Fr.M.Cullinan PP. Mass Timetable: Weekday Mass at 10 am. Saturday 10th October Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 pm Sunday 11th. October Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 am Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11 am. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link

103.9FM GRAHAM (FAZ) FARROW A pale of gloom descended on the town last week, when news spread of the passing of Graham ‘Faz’ as he was affectionately known, had immersed himself in the town since his arrival over 11 years ago. We, in the society, are particularly grateful for the involvement of his four lovely daughters in our show and or deepest sympathy is extended to Ruth, Maude, Nan and Eve and, of course, Helen at these trying times. Ar deis De go raibh a hanam. Add to Lismore Notes LISMORE MOCHUDA WEEKLY LOTTO The Lismore Mochuda Weekly Lotto has been running for well over a decade and has always been extremely well supported by the people and businesses of Lismore.The funds generated from the Lotto have contributed towards projects such as the annual Festive Lighting, the Lismore Business Park and the Millennium Park, to name but a few. In recent years, the funds from the Lotto have declined and unfortunately, we are now at the stage where the Lotto is no longer sustainable. Accordingly, Lismore Mochuda has made the difficult decision to bring the Lotto to an end. The Lotto Jackpot will be raffled off on Tuesday, 27th October next (provided it is not won in the meantime). The Board of Lismore Mochuda would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported our Lotto in recent years, to everyone who bought a ticket, to all the businesses who helped us sell tickets and to the local pubs for allowing us to hold our weekly lotto in their premises. It is only with this help and support that we were able to carry out such great work in the town. Also, don't forget to buy some tickets for the Big Raffle on the 27th October!

Fr. Twomey’s Resident’s Association ON Saturday, 26th September, was the Annual BBQ and Sports Day on the Green for Bay View, Western Bay and Springfield. Young and not so young turned out to take part in the various events which was most entertaining and

enjoyable. Of course, Jim and Francis kept the fire lighting all evening, no wet turf and everyone well fed from the BBQ. A special word of thanks to Kevin Forde Daybreak, Dungarvan who provided burgers, sausages, coleslaw,

lettuce, cheese, minerals etc and who never lets us down. He is the best. Thanks to Amber, Youghal Road who provided the bun cases which was much appreciated and to Tommy Hickey for the Full Irish. Thanks to the ladies who

helped in the tent with the food, and to those who kept track of the sport results etc. which will be published later. Seamus was a mighty man in the van for all the collecting and deliveries. So, here is to next year for bigger and better.

Four delighted members of Lismore Tidy Towns who represented Lismore at the announcement of the results in the 2015 SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition at the Helix Theatre, Dublin City University, Dublin on Monday 28th September. From left: Willie Henry, Susan Cronin, Liam Ahearne and Mary O'Brien.

Stradbally RECENT BAPTISM Evan Patrick Brazil, son of John Paul Brazil and Valarie Rohan, 36 The Comeraghs, Stradbally was baptised at Holy Cross Church, on Saturday, 3rd October, 2015.The godparents were Jamie Rohan and Bernie Butler. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to the Foley and Sullivan families, Knockrour, Stradbally and Ballygunner, Waterford on the sad passing of Paul Foley, Ballygunner. Paul’s funeral took place at St. Mary’s Church, Ballygunner on Thursday, 1st October with burial in the adjoining cemetery. TIDY TOWNS AWARDS Stradbally Tidy Towns committee was pleased to have increased our marks by four once again winning a silver medal and commended in the county.With 862 entries this year it is getting more difficult to keep up with the best. Congratulations to Ardmore on their gold medal; also Lismore with their gold and gum litter award and Clashmore on their endeavour award. Waterford County was well and truly represented at the awards appearing many times on the large screen. Well done also to our neighbours Kilmac for making a come-back with 252 marks. Our thanks to our area engineer, Eamon Lonergan, overseer Tom Whelan and staff; Tricia Walsh, Overseer Solas, our sponsors, our two commu-

nity employment workers that we could not manage without, the local churches, schools, businesses, community and organisations for their continued support. A special mention and thank you to Liam Power and SuperValu, Dungarvan, Pat Phelan, Centra Kilmac and Dungarvan Credit Union and Jim and Sally Thompson, Woodhouse Estate who continues to give their support. Following thirty three years this year a special word of thanks to our tidy towns committee whom this year had a difficult time due to some serious illness among the members but still achieved wonderful results. Report sheets will be distributed to all houses in the judging area this week following our Tuesday night meeting. STRADBALLY MARKET Don’t forget to drop in and sample the local produce at the Stradbally Market every Saturday from 10.30 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. in the Cove Bar. Meet friends and enjoy a great cup of tea and scones. BARRON HALL In our preparation for the "Ghost/Walk/Talk" 29th October we have visited some interesting sites. Did you know? In 1840, in the townsland of Millerstown (a village) had a population of 149 people. Ten years later, 1850, nobody lived here. In the adjoining townsland of Kilminion, stood a Church (remaining part of this building removed about 10

years ago), Kilminion also has a Mass Burial site, a Mass Rock, Holy Well, Druids Alter and Rocking Stone, much blood was spilled at this site. If you are interested in more, join with us on Thursday 29th October. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement next gathering on Monday 12th October, Barron Hall, 2 pm to 4 pm. A question being asked, is this Active Retirement Group confined to Stradbally? no, we are open to everybody, hence the name "Tay and Mahon Valley". Most of our meetings are in the Barron Hall Stradbally. All are welcome. Any queries to Tom on 087-9386209. WHIST CLUB Members of the Stradbally Whist club set off for Kilkenny on Tuesday - it was a lovely sunny day. Some members visited the Castle, others shopping and we met for 'high tea' at Langtons Hotel, which was enjoyed by all. It was nice to see how the trees are changing colour and Autumn well under way. This was our last outing until December. Plans are being made for an evening out with Christmas dinner at a Waterford Hotel. Next Whist meeting Friday, 9th October at 8.00 p.m. at The Barron Hall. New members welcome. Come and see what it is all about - if you have never played whist we can show you how.

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Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise

U-12 Grupai Ceoil CRAOBH NUA DE CHOMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN BUNAITHE I NGAELTACHT NA NDÉISE Tá craobh nua de Chomhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann bunaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal i gContae Phort Láirge. Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise a mbeidh mar ainm ar an mbrainse nua seo, atá díreach bunaithe ag grúpa tuismitheoir ón gceantar. “Ba mhaith linn go mbeidh seans ag páistí áitiúla a sheineann ceoil a bheith páirteach sa ghréasán tacaíochta a thugann ballraíocht i gComhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann do dhuine,” arsa Ciarán Ó Gealbháin, comhbhunaitheoir agus Cathaoirleach ar an mbrainse nua. “Tá an-chuid páistí sa cheantar seo ag foghlaim cheoil traidisiúnta faoi láthair agus le brainse áitiúil de Chomhaltas anseo againn anois, ciallaíonn sé nach mbeidh orthu taisteal ró-fhada chun páirt a ghlacadh i seisiúin agus in imeachtaí eile, mar go mbeidh siad á eagrú anseo againn sa pharóiste.” Tá sé i gceist ag Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ seisiúin míosúla ceoil a eagrú ar an dara Dhomhnach de gach mí, ag tosnú ar an Domhnach seo chugainn, 11 Deireadh Fómhair in Halla Cholmáin

sa Sean Phobal. “Beimid ag teacht le chéile ar a 4.00i.n. agus clárófar na baill nua ar dtús,” arsa Mary Clancy, comhbhunaitheoir agus Leas-Cathaoirleach ar an mbrainse. “Ansan beidh seisiún ceoil dos na páistí agus céilí ina dhiaidh san. Beidh saorchead isteach agus beidh fáilte roimh gach ceoltóir go dtí an chéad seisiún seo.” Níl sé i gceist ag Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise ranganna ceoil a eagrú. Míníonn Ciarán Ó Gealbháin gur áis a bheidh sa bhrainse do cheoltóirí teacht le chéile agus seinnt ag seisiúin cheoil agus ag imeachtaí eile de chuid Chomhaltas, ar nós an Fleadh Cheoil, a bheidh á reachtáil go háitiúil agus níos faide i gcéin amach anseo. “Tá go leor múinteoirí ceoil ag múineadh réimse leathan uirlisí in iarthar Phort Láirge agus is féidir le baill a rogha rud a dhéanamh ó thaobh ranganna,” arsa Ciarán. Reachtáilfear na seisiúin míosúla idir An Sean Phobal agus An Rinn gach dara mí. Is féidir le daoine clárú mar dhaoine aonaracha (€6 don pháiste agus €12 do dhuine fásta), nó is féidir le clann iomlán clárú ar chostas €20 an chlann don mbliain. Níl le déanamh ach teacht go dtí Halla Cholmáin ar an 11 Deireadh Fómhair, an fhoirm chlárúcháin a líon-

adh isteach agus an tairgead ballraíochta a íoc agus beidh tú id’ bhall den gCraobh don mbliain. Má tá a thuilleadh cheisteanna ag éinne, is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Rúnaí Chraobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ, Yvonne Uí Chadhain ar (087) 4101718. “Tá súil againn go mbeidh slua breá i láthair chun clárú ar an Domhnach seo chugainn,” arsa Ciarán, “agus go mbeidh seisiún iontach againn. Tá súil againn go dtiocfaidh forbairt ar an gCraobh de réir mar a théann líon na mball i méid agus na blianta ar aghaidh. Mar sin, tagaigí amach ar an Domhnach, 11 Deireadh Fómhair chun clárú le Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ agus bímis ag ceol!” NEW BRANCH OF CHOMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN IS ESTABLISHED IN GAELTACHT NA nDÉISE A new branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann has been established in the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht of An Rinn and An Sean Phobal. The new branch, which will be known as Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise, has been set up by a group of local parents to provide more opportunities for their children to play music

locally. “We want local children who play traditional music to have the chance to be part of the social and support network that being a Comhaltas member provides,” says Ciarán Ó Gealbháin, co-founder and Cathaoirleach of the new branch. “There are many children in this area who are learning to play traditional music at the moment

and a local branch of Comhaltas will mean that they will no longer have to travel longer distances to take part in music sessions and other music events, as we will be organising them locally, here in the parish.” Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ intends to organise monthly sessions on the second Sunday of every month, beginning on Sunday next, 11 October in

Halla Cholmáin in An Sean Phobal. “We will be meeting at 4.00 pm, for new members to register,” says Mary Clancy, co-founder and Leas-Cathaoirleach of the branch. “Following the registration, we will have our first music session and then a céilí. There will be no entry charge and all musicians are welcome.” Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise does not intend to

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run teaching classes in music. Ciarán Ó Gealbháin explains that the branch will give musicians the opportunity to come together and play in sessions and other Comhaltas-run events, such as the Fleadh Cheoil, both locally and further afield. “There are a large number of music teachers already teaching a wide range of instruments in West Waterford and our branch members can participate in whatever classes they wish,” says Ciarán. The monthly sessions will alternate between An Sean Phobal and An Rinn every second month. People can register as individuals (at a cost of €6 per child and €12 per adult), or a family can register for a total cost of €20 per family per year. All you have to do is come along to Halla Cholmáin on Sunday, 11 October, fill in the registration form and pay the registration fee and you will become a member of the Branch for the year. If anyone has any further questions, they can contact the Secretary of Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ, Yvonne Uí Chadhain on (087) 4101718. “We hope that a large crowd will turn up to register on Sunday next,” says Ciarán, “and that we will have a mighty first session. We hope that the Branch will develop according as the number of members increases and as the years go by. So, come along on Sunday, 11th October to register with Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ and let the sessions begin!”

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Villierstown

Brett Egan KICKBOXING NEWS Villierstown would like to acknowledge a resident of Villierstown who is a kickboxer and has won the following titles. Brett Egan who won Bronze medal in the All-Ireland championships in 2012, then light Cruiserweight full contact irish title in 2013. He then went on to win Cruiserweight K1 Irish title light cruiser weight low kick Irish title light Cruiserweight K1 Irish title. Silver medal for full contact at the unified world championship in Italy, Golden gloves and gold medal for low kick at the Unified World Championship in italy in 2014. Then in 2015 Fighter of the Year for 2014 he met President Higgins for the recognition for Unified World championship, light cruiserweight low kick European title on 12th September, 2015. Brett will be fighting for the Unified World Championship in Spain on the 4th till the 8th November, 2015. Villierstown would like to send Brett all our congratulations on your magnificent achievements so far, and our best wishes go with you for November we will look forward to seeing another belt. JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Dean O’Brien with Card Number 3. Congratulations Dean. Next week the draw will be for €1,700. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint com-

munity fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. VILLIERSTOWN STUDY GROUP The Homework Study club will be starting in January 2016. Our facilities have Wi-fi, laptops if required, tables, chairs, toilet, and each session is supervised. Times are 4.30 till 6.00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Cost €20.00 per child per term. If interested please contact 0876635465. Thank you. VECP ROOM If you are looking to hold a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get together for a reunion. The VECP room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the Villierstown shop which has homemade cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 0876635465.Thank you. WEDDING BELLS Huge congratulations to Patricia Mernin and Alan O’Brien who tied the knot on Friday, 2nd October, in Aglish Church. The village was aglow of wonderful colour and style on Friday afternoon. I would like to wish ye both many years of happiness together. DANCERCISE IN VILLIERSTOWN Get fit and toned to fun chart music every Tuesday in Villierstown Church Hall from 7-8 p.m. €5 per person. New people always welcome. You know you want to…… IRISH DANCING FOR ADULTS Irish Dancing classes for adults starting this Wednesday (tonight) at 7.30 in Villierstown Church … come along and have some fun while getting fit and making new friends just remember that its only 10 weeks to the Christmas party….. AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life and Couch to 5k, Meet at Aglish Community Hall and away we go. Would you like to help a sick child and improve your fitness at the same time. Then join us on Monday or Thursday evenings and Run, Walk, Crawl or Shuffle 2, 3, 4 or 5k or whatever distance you can. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to The Children's Hospital Crumlin. All levels of fitness catered for, young and old very welcome. Hi-viz vest required, we have a limited number to give out free of charge. Last year we had partic-

ipants from Aglish, Ballinameela, Villierstown, Clashmore, Kinsalebeg, Glenbeg, An Rinn, Cappoquin, Affane, Ardmore, Dungarvan, etc. All are welcome. Further details on Facebook Aglish Fun Run or email aglishfunrun@gmail.com FIRST AID COURSE First Aid Course and CFR course coming soon … Please contact for more information reginaob@hotmail.co.uk CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFT This year the Christmas Fair will be held on Sunday, 22nd November, in Villierstown Church Hall. Anyone wishing to book a table please contact Chris:- 087-7447867. Due to last year’s phenomenal success and huge up-take of tables we will be restricting the table numbers this year … SO BOOK EARLY. LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES Woodland Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides – Villierstown will hold their Annual Jumble & Cake Sale on Sunday, 18th October. We are looking for new and used clothes, books, toys, etc. All must be in good condition and working order. Collection Villierstown Church every Thursday from 4.00 to 7.00 p.m. Or alternatively contact Regina 087 1383978 of Kirsty 0851541928. Irish Girl Guides – Woodland Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides meet in Villierstown every Thursday. Please contact the leaders if you are interested in your daughter joining.We have one space available for this coming term. We are always looking for leaders and adult helpers for all groups. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village … Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone. We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 0876635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

MICHEÁL MARTIN VISITS MUSEUM Last Friday, 2nd October, there was an air of excitement and anticipation as the leader of Fianna Fáil, Micheál Martin visited Waterford County Museum. Mr. Martin was born in Turner’s Cross, Cork in 1960, the son of Paddy Martin, formerly of CIE and ex-International boxer and Lana Corbett. He was educated at Scoil Chriost Ri. He later attended UCC and qualified as a secondary school teacher. It was at UCC that he developed a keen interest in politics. He is a member of Dáil Eireann since 1989 and the Leader of Fianna Fáil since January 2011. He is married to Mary O’Shea and they live in Ballinlough, Co. Cork. Mr. Martin spent time looking around the museum and was very impressed with the work being carried on. He showed a keen interest in the various exhibits and was excited that the history of the area was being preserved in such a fascinating

way. The museum then presented him with a photograph showing his father Paddy with the noted and highly regarded Dungarvan boxer, Peter Crotty. He was delighted to receive it and gave a speech to thank all those present. He met the Crotty family who were present and reminisced about the olden days. The Crotty family donated Peter Crotty memorabilia, including his golden gloves to the museum, who were delighted to accept them. They will be on display in the museum for future generations to enjoy and cherish. Afterwards Mr. Martin spent time talking to staff and showed a very pleasant temperament. He answered questions and showed a keen interest in their work. Overall, Mr. Martin enjoyed his visit to Waterford County Museum immensely and vowed to return. 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. Looking ahead to the 1916 commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period. 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. Opening Hours Monday to Friday 10-5 pm. Admission is free

Photo shows Micheál Martin being presented with a photo by the Crotty family. Included are John and Frances Curran (nee Crotty), Myra Crotty and Willie Fraher, Waterford County Museum.

Ballyduff Community Council October Monthly Meeting OCTOBER monthly meeting of Ballyduff Community council took place on Thursday 1st with a large attendance. Paddy John Feeney gave a financial update and outlined remaining loan balances to be in a healthy state. Autumn has well and truly set in with reports coming from many sub-

committees on their activities. Community Care held a very successful social evening recently with the usual visiting groups travelling to Ballyduff for the evening.While also looking ahead, Paddy Jim Feeney announced a diary date of December 13th for the community Christmas party. Cards return for the season on Wednesday next,

October 7th when Pat Kirby will be ready to welcome back old and new faces for the weekly game. Mag Cashell and Donal O’Sullivan continue to do a good job with the Sports Hall management with bookings on the increase now that summer has slipped by. John Hogan gave a short talk on Community Alert

and the text alert system which is working well in West Waterford. In the current environment, this service has helped to share information and increase security in people’s homes, particularly the elderly and marginalised. The first annual payment from the Wind farm development has been received. Chairman John Barry dis-

cussed the payment details and clarified that these funds will not be used for day-to-day community expenses, but as part of the agreement with the developers will need to be invested in capital and building projects of benefit to the entire community. Some project examples have been identified and will be discussed further at

future meetings. Preparations are underway for this year’s “Santa’s Secret Woodland” which will take place on November 27th, 28th and 29th. Bookings will begin October 19th, details will be advised. This event involves a significant workload and much help is required. If you have time are willing to help, please

contact Mag Cashell as soon as possible. Before closing the meeting, votes of sympathy were expressed to the families of Terence Kenny, Pat Cunningham, Mike Beecher of Kilworth, and Paul Foley of Ballygunner and formerly of Stradbally. Our next meeting will take place on Thursday, October 29th.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Cappoquin

Jeremy Irons, being interviewed in Waterford last year for the up-coming TG4, Cogar documentary "Jeremy agus Judi ar Bhruach na Siúire" which recalls the making of the film, ~Langrishe, Go Down, in south Co Kilkenny and Waterford city in 1978 and which will be shown on Sunday, 11th October at 9.30 p.m.. In the programme Irons recalls how it was his first film role.

Jeremy agus Judi ar Bhruach na Siúire A new TG4 documentary in the Cogar series A NEW half hour documentary, entitled Jeremy agus Judi ar Bhruach na Siúire, to be screened on TG4 shortly, looks back at the making of a forgotten film which was made in Ireland in 1978. The documentary, which is by Ringbased film-makers RoseAnn Foley and her sister Catherine, is about the Summer of 1978 when stars of stage and screen were to be seen walking the streets of Waterford, Ferrybank and Slieverue. The film, starring Judi Dench, Jeremy Irons and Harold Pinter, Langrishe, Go Down, was shot for BBC Television in and around the city of Waterford and in the village of Slieverue in South Co Kilkenny. Many Irish actors took part including Joan O’Hara, Margaret Whiting, Niall O’Brien, John Molly, Michael O’Brien, Liam O’Callaghan and Arthur O’Sullivan. Funding for the production came from the BBC with support from RTÉ, but after it was first broadcast as a 90 minute BBC2 Play of the Week in September 1978, the film was never shown on Irish television. Some believe this was due to the erotic content. Then last year it was screened on a big screen at a gala event in the village where it was shot and some of the stars, including Jeremy Irons, his wife, Sinéad Cusack and the film’s art director, Roger Murray Leech, were in attendance. Organised by the village’s festival committee, the Éigse Sliabh Rua 2014 screening, drew large

numbers and a great deal of excitement. After the screening the stars answered questions and had a drink. The long-running local festival, which was established the year the film was made, drew a huge attendance and memories of the shoot were rekindled. TG4 cameras were on hand to record the event the gala screening were recorded for a new documentary, under the direction of RoseAnn Foley. This will be screened on TG4 on Sunday 11th October at 9.30 p.m. next. and repeated the following night, Monday, 12th October at 7.30 p.m. RoseAnn and Catherine Foley have made over a dozen documentaries to date but their links with Ferrybank and Slieverue go back over a century so their interest in this film was guaranteed. Their programme was made for TG4 by their company, An Corsaiceach. Jeremy Irons recalls how the part he played in Langrishe, Go Down was his first big break into films. In the programme, broadcaster and writer Catherine Foley interviews some of those from the locality who had minor parts in the 36 year old masterpiece, such as RTÉ broadcaster and journalist Clodagh Walsh and former school principal and journalist Pat McEvoy. She talks to some academics about the value of this film such as Dr Eibhear Walsh, from Waterford and Prof Patricia Coughlan. The documentary revisits many of the film’s locations, such as the Gladstone Street and O’Connell Street in Waterford and the over-

grown gardens of Springfield House on the banks of the Suir, the local big house where a lot of the scenes were shot. Local man Michael Griffin remembers being a young man in the area at the time watching the crew and the actors going about their business. He recalls the excitement of those days when the stars could be seen flitting in and out of the trees and when neighbours queued to get a walkon part! The presence of many well-known Irish actors of the day can be seen in supporting roles in the film – such And there is also the occasional appearance of local men, women and children from the Sliabh Rua and Ferrybank areas and Waterford city, playing extras. The film’s screenplay was written by Harold Pinter, who based it on the awardwinning novel of the same name by Irishman Aidan Higgins, who won the James Taite Black Memorial Prize for his book in the 1966. In a rare appearance on screen, Pinter himself plays the part of Barry Shannon, one of the characters in the film. Langrishe, Go Down was only released as a theatrical 16 mm feature film in 2002, following its screening as part of the Harold Pinter Festival in 2001 in New York City. Jeremy agus Judi ar Bhruach na Siúire, will be screened on TG4 on Sunday, 11th October 2015 at 9.30 p.m. next, and repeated the following night, Monday, 12th October at 7.30 p.m.

CAPPOQUIN TIDY TOWNS A very sincere thank you to the Cappoquin Tidy Towns Committee and volunteers, and to all of you Waterford County Council members, residents and businesses who have helped to keep our town looking good. The results of our combined efforts means an even higher score has been achieved this year. Please read the full Adjudicators Report following. Here is to attaining an even higher score next year. Thank you again. Cappoquin 853 Waterford B 40 Cappoquin is welcome to the 2015 Tidy Town Competition. Thank you for your entry which included a completed application form accompanied by a clearly numbered map that was of great assistance to the adjudicator during the visit. Your committe is now well organised and has been successful in achieving support from other community groups including your schools, local businesses and Waterford County Council.You are to be commended on your communication through the use of local media, emails, website and Facebook. Perhaps you should consider the use of ‘before’ and ‘after’ photographs to illustrate your list of annual achievements. 32 The St. Anne’s Church project is a fine achievement as this high profile location now looks very well with its recent planting and new external street furniture. The recommencement of construction at the new housing scheme on Mill Street is encouraging and its completion will be a fine achievement following a number of years of no building activity on this site. On Main Street, many shop fronts painted in recent years have impressive presentations including Ferrick’s Pharmacy, Kellehers, SuperValu, Credit Union, Titelines, Uniakes Pet Care and The Toby Jug, to name but a few. Lincoln’s Delicatessen and Barron’s Bakery have attractive presentations in important locations. The colour scheme at Barron’s is particularly attractive and the shop front contains some finely detailed signage. Well done to the committee on your efforts to gain support and action from the owners of neglected properties. It is to be hoped that your proactive campaign involving funding support will be successful. The schools had

excellent standards of presentations as did the Cavanagh Hall Complex and the adjacent Health and Day Care Centres. 39 The town square contains some well designed hard and soft landscaping features. The power cleaning recently carried out here and replanting is impressive in an area containing a nice range of information plaques and story boards. The Twig Bog with its millwheel feature looks impressive but again some adjacent areas, containing abandoned vehicles visually detract here. The presentation of the school grounds was excellent, as was planting at the Garda Station. The old stone wall and gate opposite Mason’s is a highlight, with its linear flower bed containing some brightly coloured plants. Mill Street has achieved a fine maturity and trees, shrubs and flower presentations look excellent. The beds at the G.A.A. grounds had been prepared for planting and we look forward to the completion of work here. Cappoquin House and Gardens, open to the public, is a fine asset centrally located. The elevated site enjoys panoramic views over the town and some very interesting roof scape vistas were enjoyed here. 30 We note that you have commenced a number of projects under this heading with your schools, including the planting of wild flowers and encouraging educational walks to Glenshelane Woods. We note that the Wood Walk is now a sponsored annual event and also involves the wider community. Your area, surrounded by such a rich, natural habitat embracing the river and set in mature woodlands, has great scope to develop further in this category. Well done to your Transition Year student and indeed his support on the imaginative proposals and work at the River Walk.This project sets a guideline and direction that the committee might consider expanding in future. TIDY TOWNS COMPETITION 2015 Community Involvement & Planning Built Environment and Streetscape Landscaping and Open Spaces Wildlife, Habitats and Natural Amenities Sustainable Waste and Resource Management Tidiness and Litter Control

Residential Streets & Housing Areas Approach Roads, Streets & Lanes Mark Awarded 2014 271 TOTAL MARK 450 277 Community Involvement & Planning / Rannpháirtíocht an Phobail & Pleanáil: Built Environment and Streetscape / An Timpeallacht Thógtha agus Sráid-dreacha: Landscaping and Open Spaces / Tírdhreachú agus Spásanna Oscailte: Wildlife, Habitats and Natural Amenities / Fiadhúlra, Gnáthóga agus Taitneamhachtaí Nádúrtha: We note that you have commenced a number of projects under this heading with your schools, including the planting of wild flowers and encouraging educational walks to Glenshelane Woods. We note that the Wood Walk is now a sponsored annual event and also involves the wider community. Your area, surrounded by such a rich, natural habitat embracing the river and set in mature woodlands, has great scope to develop further in this category. Well done to your Transition Year student and indeed his support on the imaginative proposals and work at the River Walk.This project sets a guideline and direction that the committee might consider expanding in future years. Abandoned vehicles are still visible to the rear of buildings opposite the wellpresented Bring Centre. Roadside weeds remain a problem in dispersed areas over a wide variety of locations, such as some areas of Barrack Street, The Bridge and the access from the Twig Bog. Your campaign to freshen up some disused buildings is successful. The painting of the Blackwater Inn makes an important, positive, visual contribution opposite the Square. There are a number of buildings to one side of Mill Street, containing some really attractive street residences, which would make a significant visual enhancement if painted and freshened up. We note your liaison with the Town Engineer and this co-operation should prove very fruitful in the long term. We note your recent involvement and cooperation with the Waterford County Council Environmental Officer on methods of waste reduction and recycling and the initiatives outlined. The results should be significant and it

will be interesting to see what progress you make on the targets mentioned. Well done to Catherine O’Donnell on her successful endeavours so far. The town has a very interesting stock of houses, ranging from attractive, traditional street housing (Mill Street) to Mews Court (Danes Yard) and new housing recently recommenced. Mass Lane has an old world charm, retains its traditional scale and much of its architectural character. Upper Shanbally, on its elevated site, has beautifully maintained green areas and shrubberies and some very imaginatively planted, colourful individual private gardens. Newer housing here, with the solar panel roofs, integrate well. The approach roads generally have a high standard of presentation and maintenance. The Rock and Lefanta viewing point is a beautiful maintained intervention enclosed by an attractive stone wall and beech hedge and contains some very interesting information boards. At the Red Bridge, the layby was not presented to the same high standard and the information board here was inaccessible. The new road surfacing and markings on the approach roads are excellent. Concluding Remarks: Cappoquin is an attractive and historical town enjoying a magnificent setting on the River Blackwater. The driving commitment of the Tidy Towns committee is proving a great asset and your involvement will continue to enhance both the built and natural environment of your special location. Sustainable Waste and Resource Management / Bainistiú Acmhainní agus Dramhaíola Inbhuanaithe: Tidiness and Litter Control / Slachtmhaireacht agus Rialú Bruscair: Residential Streets & Housing Areas / Sráideanna Cónaithe & Ceantair Tithíochta: Approach Roads, Streets & Lanes / Bóithre Isteach, Sráideanna & Lánaí: FRIENDS OF CAPPOQUIN DAY CENTRE Five Week Draw - Draw No 3 - Results;1st: €100 - Esther Barron, c/o Virginia Dransfield; 2nd: €50 Catherine Quann c/o Anne O'Donovan; 3rd: €30 Cathy McMahon, c/o Barth McGrath. 4th; €20 Mary Fraher, c/o Marguerite Fraher. Congratulations all.

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ITS ONLY WORDS The great Irish playwright, Brian Friel, died last week. He has variously been described as an artist who painted words and characters, an embroiderer of tales and a custodian of our rural culture.The raw product of his profession was words. The tools of his trade were a pen and a discerning ear. Also, lost to humanity last week, was the American baseball player Yogi Berra. His contribution to literature and the English language were less obvious but equally well documented. Yogi suffered from a condition called the 'malapropism' (best of luck trying to pronounce it, I just wrote it but still cant say it). It’s an unintentional misuse of words. Someone starts with an idea.The brain translates that idea into a sentence. Then between the brain and the mouth something gets muddled up. Some of the foul ups of Yogi Berra are legendary. For example, he believed in education, but he said, "I'm not going to buy my kids an encyclopaedia. Let them walk to school like I did." Mathematics was never his strong point, he said,"baseball is 90 per cent mental and the other half physical". Eventhough he liked to dine out, he refused to go to a particular restaurant because he said," Nobody goes there anymore, its too crowded". But he always believed in respect for others because he said," You should always go to other people’s funerals, otherwise they wont go to yours". I wonder how that worked out last week. One of the greatest proponents of the verbal bloopers was a Reverend William Archibald Spooner of Oxford University. His particular skill was juggling letters from one word to another. Once upon a time he called for a rousing cheer for Queen Victoria by saying," Three cheers for the Queer old dean". One of his sermons contained the line," The Lord is a Shoving Leopard" Unlike Mr.Berra, he believed in pedal power, or as he called it " a well boiled icicle". I won't even start

with the problems he had with the name of his local pub, The Frog and Duck. "A verbal contract is not worth the paper its written on" is one of the famous phrases used by Hollywood mogul Samuel Goldwyn. He also had an opinion on healthcare, saying,"A hospital is no place to be sick", which probably prompted him to say "If I could drop dead now, I'd be the happiest man alive" and "anyone who goes to a psychiatrist, should have their head examined". More recently, of course, George W. Bush cornered the market of talking before thinking, such as,"We cannot let terrorists hold the nation hostile". Of course, stating the obvious was one of his strong points, "It’s clearly a budget. Its got numbers in it". More famously he said, "They misunderestimated me". NO, GEORGE, THEY DIDN'T Ballinameela Creatives reconvene at "The Nook" on Thursdays and also on Facebook. Finally, from Mr Yogi Berra,"It aint the heat that gets me, its the humility"

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Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of October it’s Alison Maher who can be contacted on 087 2879429. Current events on in the hall and local community: FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Well done to all the club members who took part in the County XC Championships in St. Augustine’s last Sunday. Training time and venue has changed for the next few weeks to Wednesday and Friday in the Parish Field in Aglish 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. The Minimum age limit for Cross Country training

is 7 years old, Athletes age 5 to 6 will return for indoor training after the Hallowe’en break, Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). UPCOMING EVENTS October 11th: County XC Championships: U-9, U-11, U-13, U-15, U-17, Novice: St. Augustine’s at 11.00 a.m. October 25th: Munster XC Championships: Even Ages, U-23 and Novice: Waterford Venue. November 8th: Munster XC Championships: Uneven Ages and Senior: Beaufort, Co. Kerry. If you would like to get involved in the club we would be delighted with your support, all are welcome. Ballinameela Adult & Toddler Group: meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 am in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945. Badminton: If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead @ 087 7681975. Community Alert: There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile

number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the look-out. 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 AGLISH FIT 4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15 pm Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. Further details on Facebook Aglish Fun Run email aglishfunrun@gmail.c om BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE 'Ballinameela Foroige returns to the hall at 7.00 p.m. on September 24th. The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare 1 hour for about 8 Thursdays in the year, we operate a rota system for leaders so you will not be required to attend all the meetings. If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting

involved please call or text Moya 087-6356478. Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved. WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Will be holding their annual Jumble & Cake Sale on: Sunday, 18th October.Time: 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.Villierstown Hall. We are looking for new and used clothes, books, toys, board games, etc. All items must be clean in good condition and working order. Collection points and times will be available in the coming week. Local branch of The Irish Girl Guides Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides meet in Villierstown every Thursday. Please contact the leaders if you are interested in your daughter joining.We are always looking for leaders and adult helpers for all groups. LOTTO RESULTS 5th OCTOBER, 2015 Winning numbers were: 6, 18, 19. No winner. €20 winners: Pat Ryan, Lauragh; Richard Looby, Kilgreaney; Shane Troy, Modeligo; Ann Phelan, Cappagh; Rosaleen Connery, Aglish. Next week’s jackpot €1,100 and will take place in the Cruiscín Lán.

Three Waterford Performers included in Prestigious National Comhaltas Tour TWO extremely talented Co. Waterford musicians Tramore native Jana McCarthy-Kent and Sarah O’Gorman from Touraneena, along with renowned sean-nós Singer Alice Fitzgerald from Colligan, have been selected to perform as part of the 2015 Comhaltas Tour of Ireland. The renowned annual tour, which frequently goes on to perform across Britain and the U.S. or Canada consists of 12 champion musicians and singers, with two additional dancers. These performers are considered amongst the best in Ireland. The tour will be performing in Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan for one-night-only on October 21st and promises to be a very special night indeed for our talented local ladies, Alice, Sarah and Jana.

SARAH O’GORMAN FIDDLE Hailing from a family steeped in Irish traditional music, Sarah started to play the fiddle when she was just 5 years old. At 17, she was the U18 All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil Fiddle Champion – not just as a solo performer but also as a member of the

winning duet and trio groups. A student of renowned Clare teacher and performer Denis Liddy, Sarah won the Junior Fiddler of Dooney in 2013 and has several coveted Meitheal awards to her name. As a member of the Meitheal Summer School winning group, she has performed in the National Concert Hall, the Guild Hall in Derry and the Irish World Academy in the University of Limerick. Most recently, Sarah appeared on our TV screens when she performed on the opening program of TG4’s new music series “Hup”. Sarah is currently a student in the Presentation Secondary School in Clonmel. JANA McCARTHYKENT – FLUTE/WHISTLE Jana, a Leaving Cert

student from Tramore is a hugely talented multiinstrumentalist award winner in both traditional and classical music. By the age of 17, Jana had already achieved numerous titles, including Feis Cheoil (classical flute) and Fleadh Cheoil (traditional flute airs and tin whistle). A previous winner of the Feis Maitiu in Cork, again in both tradi-

tional and classical competitions, Jana’s extraordinary talent has been singled out for numerous awards including scholarships for the Cork School of Music and the Royal Irish Academy of Music. Jana, who also plays the saxaphone and the uilleann pipes, performed at the prestigious Pipers Tionól this summer, and with Clodagh Kelly from Ballymacarbry, won a Meitheal award to perform a duet at next year’s Fleadh Nua in Ennis. Earlier in the year, Jana was awarded “the most outstanding performance” at the 2015 Kilkenny Feis. ALICE FITZGERALD – SINGER/ BEAN AN TÍ Alice, from Colligan just outside Dungarvan, is no stranger to concert tours and over the years she has

featured on several tours of North America and Britain with Comhaltas. An acclaimed sean nós Singer in the english language traditional style, Alice is in demand not just for the larger concert tours, but also as a guest performer in the more intimate singing clubs and circles across the land. Alice has given traditional singing classes at many ven-

ues around the country and a few years ago launched her own CD “The Songs I Sing”. Her warm and welcoming personality shines through in all her performances – whether singing, reading poetry or when adopting her popular role as Bean an Tí in various productions. As a performer and producer of many shows, Alice’s experience in amateur dramatics will also come to the fore in this “Echoes of 1916” Comhaltas celebration. TICKETS FOR LAWLORS HOTEL CONCERT Tickets (€12) are available from Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan (058 41122); the Dungarvan School of Trad (087 618 1681); Ben O’Neill’s Music Shop in Dungarvan; Martin Mannion, Dungarvan (087 286 8955); Áine McCarthy-Kent, Tramore (087 983 2963).

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Kilmacthomas BABY GIRL Congratulations to Kevin Walsh (jnr) and Michelle (Shelly) Veale, Churchfield, Rossmore, Kilmacthomas on the birth of their baby daughter Aoibhe born on Sunday 20th September. HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING Many thanks to all who supported Waterford Hospice Coffee Morning both in Kirwan's Pharmacy and Kiersey's Tea Rooms on Thursday morning last. A huge thanks to all who baked cakes and helped in anyway to help raise money for this very worthy cause. All money raised will stay in Waterford. LOTTO RESULTS Results of the Kilmac AFC Lotto draw on Saturday 19th September, letters drawn E, J, P, X. No Jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Jane Ryan, Scrahan, Kilmac; Johnny Power, c/o PPI; Niall Daly, Mahonbridge; Lar Kent, Kilmac and Saoirse, Paddy and Rian Hayes, The Pike. Next week’s jackpot €3,300, be in to win. The Community Services Section of Waterford City & County Council will be holding a Community Engagement event in the Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas on Wednesday, 7th October, 2015 at 8.00 pm. The engagement event will assist the nearby towns/villages and communities of the Copper Coast area to develop their own local community plans. Local Community plans are part of the recent Waterford Local Economic & Community Plan approach approved earlier in the summer and has the notion of local communities working collectively to develop and shape the future of their localities as a key element. Waterford City & County Council will provide further information and a local profile of the area on the night with a view to help communities to agree on priorities and actions. All are welcome. CHARITY WALK Once again Pat Phelan,

Centra Kilmacthomas, staff and customers will take part in "The Centra Walk the World" sponsored walk in aid of The Irish Cancer Society. Take part and support a great cause. Help beat breast cancer. Saturday, 17th October. SOCIAL CENTRE Kilmacthomas Day Care Social Centre, open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10.00 am to 3.30 pm. Cost only €6. You will enjoy a cosy and warm atmosphere, no age limit. Mid morning tea and coffee, three course lunch and afternoon tea served. Don't be alone, great way to socialize. Bus available to pick you up and drop you home afterwards. Services also include Chiropody and Winter vaccine. Contact for details Daycare Centre, High Road, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. Tel 051294828. ZUMBA Your Zumba classes have resumed in the Rainbow Community Hall on Monday nights at 7.00 pm and on Thursday nights at 7.00 pm, Everybody welcome, bring water and a towel. Adults €6 per class, students €5. Contact Anita on 085 270 5659 for any further details. LOTTO RESULTS Results of the Kilmac AFC lotto draw on Saturday, 3rd October, letters drawn B, L, O, U. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Peter Phelan, c/o Lenihans; Margaret Kiely, Cruachaun View, Kilmac; Kevin Walsh, Scrahan; Joan Carroll, Ballylynch and O'Rielly children, Kilmacthomas. Next week’s jackpot €3,400, be in to win. WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday, 28th September Nicola Carroll, Mary Daye, Ellis Wilkins, Teresa Keane, Maureen Sullivan, Biddy Carroll, Eric Townsend, Terry Keane, Agnes Thomas, Mary Blackmore and Veronica Walsh. Raffle winners Linda Dempsey, John Power and Mary Blackmore.

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Kilbrien National School Sixth Class students with members of the Irish Defence Forces display the Irish Flag and a copy of the Proclamation. TILLING PART 2 - PORRIDGE Before tractors, before weed killers and artificial fertilizer and European Union subsidies, planting and harvesting oats took a lot of work. Before that happy day arrived when oats met lips, huge labours were required. And the work started in the Autumn just as soon as the previous year's harvest was gathered. If the upcoming year's oat fields had been in grass for many years, they had to be ploughed in the Autumn. A Fall ploughing allowed time for the tough grass plants to wither away so that the clods would break apart more easily come the Spring. It was important when ploughing a line of sods that the grass was turned over, green side down, to keep it from growing back. FERTILISING The next task was the most pungent. Oat grew well enough simply by rotating the fields in which it was planted. But, for increased yields fertilization was required. After World War II artificial fertilizers made this job easier, but until then the men gathered the animal droppings and moved them to a big dung heap. Throughout the Winter, this pile was turned again and again so that it was thoroughly aerated and ready for spreading at the first opportunity. When the lands warmed and were ready for ploughing, farmers pitched the composted dung onto a cart and trundled it to the fields. It was dumped here and there in heaps and spread by sproing. The kids might make games of this, perhaps spreading the animal droppings in zigzags. But, no matter the creative designs, in the end the land had to be covered and nothing but hard work sufficed. PLOUGHING But, this was only the beginning. The spread dung had to be mixed into the soil and this meant plough-

ing. Back when two horse power was the most powerful drive available, local farmers kept a pair of Irish Draft horses for the heavy work. Complicated leather and iron fittings attached the steeds to a plough or a cart, the roller or the corn drill. Before tractors arrived on the scene in the late fifties and nineteen-sixties, any Irish farm boy could tell the crupper from the hames, the breeching from the back strap and traces - and which went where. Ploughing was just about the toughest job. Two horse power sufficed to drag the heavy plough through the thickly rooted sods of a grassy field, but the human operator had to manhandle it in a straight row, then steer neatly at the turn, line the thing up and head down the field for another pass. One row at a time up and down, up and down, making adjustments to the mould board, encouraging the horses, walking miles and miles, eyes fixed on the plough's alignment. One complete day of hard labour sufficed to plough about one acre. It took the better part of a week to plough five acres. Everyone tried to keep the rows as straight as possible. Neighbours were always dropping by and watching proceedings. If the rows were crooked and the sods half turned, "Comments would be made." People remember the horses with fondness. "I always loved working with the horses.There's no thrill to driving a tractor." And the children visiting dad in the fields might be caught up in his strong arms and set atop a plough horse where they would hang on for dear life as the huge animal jolted and jarred his way across the field. One woman still recalls, "I wasn't too happy up on a horse." HARROWING Next came the harrowing. This job went faster since the rakes, often dragged through the soil behind a

single horse but occasionally two, covered three or four rows at a time. The goal was to produce an easily worked topsoil, well tilled with no big clods, a field ready for seeding. The dryer the day, the better for harrowing. So the human operator walked all day through a cloud of dust. And one trip through the field with the harrow never sufficed. A second go at right angles was needed to break up the soil and eliminate clods of clay. A field might require three or four harrowings before it was ready for planting. There were different harrows for different tasks. The Spring Harrow was for heavy duty work and this was the tool that frequently required two horses to pull. There was a lever on it that allowed the farmer to set it at any depth desired. But, too deep and the horses would strain and heave at the task. The Common Harrow, in contrast, worked fine when the soil just needed a lighter touch-up and a single horse usually sufficed for this task. At first, these harrows were made from wood with iron spikes to bite into the ground.The later iron harrows had the advantage that they were tougher and they came in sections.You pushed as many socketed sections together as you needed. The lightest harrow of them all was provided by nature. Blackthorns cut down in the fall would be dragged behind a single horse.With the leaves gone, the thorns lightly worked the soil through which they were pulled. Similarly, fresh cut furze bushes could be pressed into service. Such natural harrows were particularly useful when seeds were already lying atop the ground and just needed a light touch to cover them with a bit of clay. Huge exertions went into tilling the soil - with plenty of hard work still to come. Extraordinary effort was ordinary. If you ate oatmeal back before tractors and electricity, you earned it!

KILBRIEN SCHOOL On Monday morning, 21st September two members of the Irish Defence Forces visited Kilbrien NS. They presented the students an Irish Flag and a copy of the Irish Proclamation as part of the Centenary events of 1916. The Defence Forces spoke to the children about 1916 and about how a Waterford man, Thomas Francis Meagher, is credited with the origins of the Irish tricolour. The Irish flag will be raised in Kilbrien NS and in all National Schools across the country on 15th March at 12 noon. Before that the children have a project to work on, forming their own proclamation for Ireland. The students also learned about what it is like to be part of today's Irish Defence Forces through a question and answer session. TEDDY BEAR PICNIC Thanks to everyone who came to our Teddy Bear Picnic at the Charity Vintage Tea Rooms on 12th September. It was a smaller crowd than usual as the weather was showery but the children had fun and the adults had beautiful afternoon tea. We had great help on the day from Luke our magician, Eve and Rioghnach our Nail Artists, Niamh and Grace our catering assistants and a team of bakers and helpers. A huge thanks to Ria in the Tea Rooms who has supported our Chernobyl Fundraiser each year. Ria, and her own team of helpers have done so much to assist local groups raise needed funds for so many charities each Saturday. Our cheque for €220 has been sent to Chernobyl Children International in Cork. It will help provide cardiac surgery for a child in Chernobyl who was born with a defective heart as a result of the radioactive contaminated environment where he lives. Thank you again for helping to improve the life of a Chernobyl Child. LOURDES YOUTH Last reminder: Anyone wishing to travel to Lourdes from the KCK Parish as a youth helper, please contact Kathleen Troy at 087-6285249. COMHALTAS MUSIC CLASSES 9th October, Friday - Reminder: music classes in Cúil na Sméar have begun. For more information, contact Michael at 087-363-8002. SANTA IN COOLNASMEAR 13th December, Sunday - Santa's scheduling elves are on the job! KCK Community Group received a parchment from the North Pole informing us that Santa will arrive at Coolnasmear Hall on Sunday, the 13th December. Mark this date in your diary. KILBRIEN PARENT & TODDLER GROUP 6th October, Wednesday - in Kilbrien Hall from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. All are welcome. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

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Ardmore Ardmore Tidy Towns CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results. 1st: Michael and Willie Keane. 2nd: Thomas Power and Liam Foley. Last game Des Fitzgerald and Gerry O'Brien. ARDMORE PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Ardmore Parent and Toddler group meet every Tuesday from 10.30 to 12.30 p.m. in Halla Deaglán, Ardmore. All Parents, Child minders, Grandparents are welcome. It is a great opportunity to

get to know people from Grange/Ardmore and the surrounding areas. Minimal Fee of €2 per family to cover costs. ST. MARY’S N.S. GRANGE PARENTS ASSOCIATION NEWS The Principal of St. Mary’s National School, Grange, Michéal Gildea will be retiring on Friday, 23rd October, 2015. To celebrate the occasion and to thank Mr. Gildea for all his magnificent work over the years, a Mass will

be held in Grange Church at 7 pm on Friday, 23rd October. A function will be held in St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore afterwards. We would like to extend an invitation to all past and present families of the school and to all the friends and supporters of the school to join us in wishing Mr. Gildea all the best for the future. All are welcome to attend. For any further enquiries please contact the school or Nora on 087 7411410.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO This week’s Lotto draw was held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult. Jackpot prize of €2,700. The results for week ending Sunday, 4th October, winning numbers drawn were 6, 16, 29. The jackpot wasn't won so next week's jackpot is €2,800. As the jackpot wasn't won there was the draw for 5 x €20. Winners were as follows, 1) Christine Cliffe, 2) Marian & Sharon, 3) Myra Barron, 4) Nuala Dunne, 5) S. Cullinan. Promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Betty Condon. Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. Next weeks draw will be held in Dunne's Bar,Touraneena on Sunday night 11th October. WEDDING BELLS Congratulations to Eibhlis Ahearne, Beary’s Cross, Ballinamult, and Richard Walsh, Tullogher, Co. Kilkenny on the recent celebration of their nuptial vows in St. Mary's Church, Touraneena. Eibhlis was escorted down the aisle by her father John. During a beautiful ceremony by uncle of the bride, Rev. Fr. Peter Ahearne and surrounded by stunning floral arrangements by Sliabh gCua native, Veronica Troy, the Prayers of the Faithful were read by Kathy Frisby,

Brian Ahearne, Niamh Galavan, Michelle Stewart, John Mulally and Carolyn O'Sullivan. The readers for the ceremony were John Ahearne and Sharon Murphy. After the ceremony, on what was a rare fine Autumn day, the sun shone brightly on the happy couple as they emerged from the church. The bride was resplendent in a stunning white bridal gown with the bridesmaids radiant in aubergine gowns. Chief bridesmaid was Kate O'Brien, the bridesmaids were Dr Kara Chambers and Dr Aileen Collins. Junior bridesmaid was Rebecca Ahearne Smith. Flower girl was Anna Murphy. The best man was Kevin Murphy and the groomsmen were Sean Walsh and Liam Galavan. Page Boy was Oisin Stewart. The ceremony was followed with a beautiful meal and a great night of song and dance at the scenic Garryvoe Hotel in Ballycotton Bay, Castlemartyr. After the wedding celebrations the happy couple went on honeymoon to Dubai and The Maldives. We take this opportunity to wish Eibhlis and Richard and their parents, John and Anne Ahearne and Mary and Phil Walsh, many years of health and happiness.

BONNIE'S BOUQUETS HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS PARADE The 12th Annual Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Parade by Bonnie's Bouquets. Lismore, will be held this year on the Bank Holiday Monday, 26th October. There will be prizes for the best homemade costumes and also for various other categories. Don't forget to save the date for a great Hallowe’en treat. More information to follow next week. MONTH'S MIND MASS A Month's Mind Requiem Mass for Chrissie Barron (R.I.P), will be held in St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, on 13th October at 7.30 pm. HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS NIGHT Reminder to all that the Fancy Dress party will be held on Saturday night, 17th October in the Community Centre, Touraneena. The very popular band the Southern Stars will kick-off the night followed by DJ John Cliffe. Tickets can be purchased from any Touraneena Runners committee member. Finger food will be served on the night. For further information or for tickets, please contact Mush on 087 9634993. All are welcome.

Ardfinnan Venture Camp Thank You THE Venture Scouts of Ardfinnan, Feathard, Cahir, and Chapelizod would like to deeply thank Richard Power and his family of Ardmore for the use of his field for Venture Camp 2015, James O’Donnell and

Ardmore GAA for the use of the (gratefully warm) showers, and Ronan and his team at Ardmore Adventures for our adrenaline hit for the week. We thoroughly enjoyed our Venture Camp and were

sad to leave such an amazing place behind us. The above named contributed to what was hailed as "the best camp ever" by all attending.Thank you so much! Jean, Alan, Cormac and our Venture Scouts!

GOLD MEDAL FOR ARDMORE As always we’ll publish the 2015 adjudicators comments and marks over the next few weeks. The comments are always helpful as they provide us with guidelines for future years.We are judged under 8 headings so we’ll publish 2 each week. We have already started work for 2016 with some projects under way and the ground being prepared for others. Here we would like to reiterate our thanks to all members of our community for their wonderful help, co-operation and support, our businesses for their generous sponsorship and especially the management and staff of Waterford Council for their help and cooperation. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND PLANNING. MAXIMIMUM MARK 60. LAST YEAR: 47. THIS YEAR: 47. Welcome Ardmore to the 2015 Tidy Towns competition and we very much appreciate your participation. The community spirit in your village seems to be second to none with a committee of 15 members, more than 18 volunteers to help out and excellent working relationships across all community groups.Your committee is certainly well organised and well done on maintaining successful development partnerships with Waterford County and City Council, the Rural Employment Scheme and the Waterford Leader Company.We were not surprised to see that your communication strategy is excellent and there seems

little doubt that it has a positive influence on your successful levels of community participation. Your close collaboration with the school is highly commended and we urge you to continue with this successful partnership. Thank you for your completed entry form, map, waste management plan, biodiversity plan as they were all helpful during adjudication. However, be sure to include all residential areas on the map in 2016 and to state the road destinations where necessary (e.g. the Youghal Road, the Dungarvan road, etc) BUILT ENVIRONMENT & STREETSCAPE. MAXIMIMUM MARK 50. LAST YEAR: 41. THIS YEAR: 42 In the view of the adjudicator, Ardmore is a must see village! It attractions are numerous and while the magnificent Bay rightfully takes centre stage, there are many other features of interest.The wonderful (and intact) Round Tower and Cathedral remnants provide a lovely distinctive element and we had an enjoyable time exploring the structure and the surrounding graveyard. The village looked incredibly well with every building appearing to be smartly presented and decorated with bright summer colours. Business owners are also applauded for achieving a very high standard of presentation. While virtually all looked well, a number stood out and they included; the Fountain B&B, Brigid Shelley's Gallery (which we understand was until recently, a vacant and derelict struc-

ture), Keevers, the Post Office and An Tobar and the lovely T Flag building. Good business premises were not confined to the Main Street however with Mina Mari and Shipmates on the Dungarvan road both achieving an impressive standard. Not to be outdone, Quinn’s Foodstore at the roundabout looked spick and span with its fresh coat of paint. Another attraction of Ardmore is its narrow winding streets which remind us of its beginnings as a fishing village and the terraces of these traditional style dwellings on Coffey Lane and Cliff Road were also admired. One hopes that the derelict cottages on Chapel Road can be returned to productive use soon and in the interim, we fully support the approach of the tidy towns in securing these buildings by boarding up their window and door opes and painting them. We were delighted to see that some of the new buildings in the village have brought contemporary and original designs and this provides a variation from the traditional architecture which can be seen elsewhere in the village. The Cliff House Hotel is particularly impressive with its modern design and use of traditional materials (natural stone, wood and glass) and its clever siting appears to takes full advantage of the wonderful views of the bay. The contemporary addition to the school on the Youghal road also impressed.The new signage provided this year looked very well and we note that the community in Ardmore elected to leave the storm

wall as it is. We note that the committee is striving to get all business owners on board with your projects and we commend you on your efforts and hope that you continue to get the support of all concerned. Well done on your continuing efforts to maintain the historic amenities of Ardmore and the Pilgrim Path to Cashel and we wondered if there was any signage planned for this? 43 38 58 17 31 42 Tidy Towns Competition 2015 Adjudication Report Centre: County: Category: Ref: Mark: Date(s): 318 Maximum Mark Community Involvement & Planning Built Environment and Streetscape Landscaping and Open Spaces, Wildlife, Habitats and Natural Amenities Sustainable Waste and Resource Management Tidiness and Litter Control Residential Streets & Housing Areas Approach Roads, Streets & Lanes Mark Awarded 2014 311 TOTAL MARK 450 318 Community Involvement & Planning / Rannpháirtíocht an Phobail & Pleanáil: Built Environment and Streetscape / An Timpeallacht Thógtha agus Sráid-dreacha: Mark Awarded 2015 30/07/2015 striving to get all business owners on board with your projects and we commend you on your efforts and hope that you continue to get the support of all concerned. Well done on your continuing efforts to maintain the historic amenities of Ardmore and the Pilgrim Path to Cashel and we wondered if there was any signage planned for this?

Set Dancing And Music Classes Available SET Dancing classes will be commencing on Tuesday, 13th October, in Araglen Community Hall at 7.00 p.m., Friday 16th at 7.00 p.m. in Ballyduff Library for teenagers and Saturday mornings at 10.00 a.m. for

Primary School children. Beginners of all ages are welcome to these classes. For more information contact Thomas on (086) 8208242. There are still spaces available in the beginners accordion class on Saturday mornings.

Enquiries can be to Sham on (087) 6878613. The Ryan School of Irish Dance are holding classes in St. Michael's Hall on Monday evenings. Beginners are welcome to attend this class.

Carrick Musical Society WITH less than two weeks to go until the Carrick-onSuir Musical Society and the Society’s Performing Arts Academy students take to the stage for this year’s pantomime “Robin Hood meets Frankie”; everyone is working super hard in rehearsals. Extra rehearsal dates have started for the Academy this week and all

the principals and senior chorus are singing and dancing at a superb standard thanks to the hard work of the cast and our Chorus Mistress Emma O’Keeffe and Choreographer Emma Hanlon. But have the principals put down their scripts yet????..... Of course, they have with Padraig Sheehan running full scenes with the

leads and this big chorus. But it’s not all work down in the Strand Theatre as everyone is getting on like a house on fire. Pantomime is a perfect example of how people of all ages can come together and make something amazing; and that is what this pantomime promises to be! So why are you waiting,

book your tickets now! The Box Office is now open in the Strand Theatre on 051645050, Monday-Friday 11–1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. with concessions available for groups! So come along and cheer on Robin Hood and his Merry Men as they try and stop the evil plans of Prince John and his not so scary monster Frankie!

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Kilrossanty I.C.A. Kilrossanty Guild will hold their meeting in the Hall at 8.00 p.m. on Monday night, 12th October. Members please bring your donation for the Lions Hamper Appeal. Federation Quiz in Crotty’s Inn on Monday night, 19th October. Cost per team of three €30, if more than one team is entered from the same Guild a discount of 10%

will apply for each team. Please come along and support this event. A challenging but fun evening is guaranteed.Time is 7.30 sharp. LIONS CLUB Dungarvan Lions Club will hold a Table Quiz in aid of their Christmas Appeal in Micilin’s Bar this Friday night, 9th October, at 8.30 p.m.Tables of 3 or 4 €10 per head. This is the only quiz in the Comeragh

area this year in aid of the Christmas Appeal.Your support would be greatly appreciated. THANKS Thanks to all who contributed to the collection last weekend for Multiple Sclerosis. BINGO The next bingo will be held on October 30th in Crotty’s Inn. €1,200 in prizes. It will start at 8.30 sharp. "Walk in the footsteps of Edith Collier" walking tour of Bunmahon lead by Jim Cullinane and Orlaith Hamersley in September.

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Kill EXERCISE CLASSES Exercise Classes continue every Wednesday from 6.45 p.m. to 7.45 p.m. at a fee of €5 per class in Kill Community Centre. Discount schemes available. Make sure to book your place for these classes by contacting Brian Cuddihy on 087 9817 001. KILL ACTION GROUP Waterford Council are holding a public meeting concerning our local community plan in Kill Community Centre this Tuesday, 6th October, at 8.00 p.m. Anyone who would like to hear the latest news and up to date information is most welcome to come along. LOCAL POETRY All the best to our very own poet and writer Tom Power who has been invited to present some of his works at a W.H.A.T. (Waterford Healing Arts Trust) function at the Book Centre this week.Tom’s latest novel, Dust Covered Memories, is now available on Amazon Kindle for those who prefer the electronic version! WHAT’S NEW AT KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Yoga classes got off to a great start on Monday last from 7.45 to 9.00 p.m. with instructor Annetta Stack. On Wednesday morning, we were delighted to welcome back Helen Kealy with Social Dancing which

takes place every Wednesday from 10.45 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Come along to see what it’s about! No booking required. The workshop about the history of Kill with Des Cowman went down a treat to the many in attendance. Refreshments at break time gave an opportunity to have a chat and delve a little bit more into the stories of decades past. This week’s Workshop Wednesday is all about energy saving in your own home held by local engineer Eoin McMahon who brings vast experience in the field of energy saving with him. Cover charge is €6 on the door, including refreshments and booking is essential (ring 087 4133 522). This week will see all sorts of crafts and needlework being compared and shared at Tuesday’s coffee morning – if you’d like to join in, share expertise or learn a new skill, come along any Tuesday or Thursday morning! From next week, Hannah Power would like to invite everyone to join her for a walk meeting at 10.45 a.m. at Kill Community Centre, with the view of having a cup of tea in the centre afterwards. Anyone collecting children from the Montessori School should be well back in time. COMPUTER CLASSES An information evening will be held about a variety

of computer classes and options available commencing next week with qualified and experienced tutor Patrick Wall. We are delighted to see this talented, local man offering his services and expertise to teach everything about computers suitable for all levels from the very new beginner to intermediate skills. Come in and have a chat this Thursday evening 7.00 p.m. in Kill Community Centre. The Community Services Section of Waterford City & County Council will be holding a community engagement event in the Kill Community Centre, on Tuesday, 6th October 2015 at 8.00 pm. The engagement event will assist the nearby towns/villages and communities of the Copper Coast area to develop their own local community plans. Local Community plans are part of the recent Waterford Local Economic & Community Plan approach approved earlier in the summer and has the notion of local communities working collectively to develop and shape the future of their localities as a key element. Waterford City & County Council will provide further information and a local profile of the area on the night with a view to help communities to agree on priorities and actions. All are welcome.

Ballymacarbry PILATES Are you interested in starting Pilates classes? Depending on numbers wishing to participate, classes will hopefully be starting in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on

Wednesday, October 7th from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. Classes will cost €50 for 6 weeks. For more information or if you are interested in signing up, please contact Helen at 087-7910454. KIDS HALLOWE’EN

PARTY On Friday, 23rd October, Ballymacarbry Community Centre are holding a Hallowe’en Party for Primary School children from 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. More details are to follow.

WALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF EDITH COLLIER Due to popular demand the "Walk in the footsteps of Edith Collier" walking tour of Bunmahon will be re-run on Saturday, October 10th, at 11.00 a.m. This 4km guided tour of Bunmahon will highlight some of the beautiful locations in Edith’s paintings. Starting location: Copper Coast Auxiliary Exhibition Space on Saturday, October 10th, at 11.00 a.m. A visit to the Edith Collier exhibition followed by a guided walk of Bunmahon, visiting some of the beautiful locations painted by Edith Collier during her time in Bunmahon 100 years ago and still recognizable today, returning to the Copper Coast Geopark Visitors Centre. Admission €5, accompanying children free. Leaders: Jim Cullinane

and Orlaith Hamersley. Price includes complimentary bottle of water and snack bar. The walk will take approximately 2 hours. The art exhibition "Edith Collier's Bunmahon" continues at the Copper Coast Geopark auxiliary exhibition space until October 17th when it relocates to the Coast Guard Cultural Centre.The collection of historical paintings will be on display in the upstairs gallery from October 20th to November 3rd. For more information on upcoming events please see www.edithcolliersbunmahon.wordpress.com HAMERSLEY ART I have been preoccupied by the weather in recent times, maybe due to the location of my home and studio, an exposed location on Ireland’s South Coast or perhaps just an Irish thing. This interest in the weather (some might say obsession)

has inspired my latest art collection. “Windswept” describes many aspects of me my life and my surroundings and now is the title of my latest collection of acrylic paintings. I am pleased to exhibit again at the Coast Guard Cultural Centre, Tramore. "Windswept" will be on display in the Cafe Gallery from October 17th to November 2nd. For more information please see www.hamersleyart.com NEEDLE NATTERS It was lovely to meet a group of America lady crafters at the Copper Coast Geopark this week. We spent a lovely morning chatting and swapping needlework tips followed by a lovely lunch and a visit to the Edith Collier exhibition. The event was coordinated by www.thewoolshop.ie and Celtic Journeys. Miss you already. The Community

Services Section of Waterford City & County Council will be holding a community engagement event in the Kill Community Centre, on Tuesday, 6th October 2015 at 8.00 pm. The engagement event will assist the nearby towns/villages and communities of the Copper Coast area to develop their own local community plans. Local Community plans are part of the recent Waterford Local Economic & Community Plan approach approved earlier in the summer and has the notion of local communities working collectively to develop and shape the future of their localities as a key element. Waterford City & County Council will provide further information and a local profile of the area on the night with a view to help communities to agree on priorities and actions. All are welcome

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Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach NEW BEGINNING In Biblical and Medieval times, Sunday was the first day of the week. For the junior members of Comeraghs Comhaltas branch, Sunday is session day. Still after our longer than usual Summer break we didn’t expect a big crowd for the first session last Sunday evening. With the Irish rugby team playing Italy live on TV and others tied up in football and hurling, a small number of chairs was put out, but the crowd just grew and grew. Nothing beats the enthusiasm so evident among these young folk ranging in age from six to sixteen, all getting great

enjoyment out of displaying their progress in their chosen instrument. Wonderful too to see the parents and other family members meeting up and taking time out from the more mundane activities and at the end of the session standing to attention for Amhrán na bhFiann which the young musicians so genuinely remind us must be played. With the diary filling up, dates for some regular annual events are not yet fixed. Our branch AGM, the Hallowe’en Party and Christmas party dates will be announced in the coming week. Some members were involved in events at Cork Folk festival last week,

attending the Danú concert, singing events and some great sessions. Next week we have the John O’Dwyer festival in Waterford and some members have signed up for workshops and classes at the festival. Up and down the country, towns too numerous to mention individually, have festivals each weekend which many of our adult members attend. The value of our traditional performing arts socially, culturally and economically has reached new heights. This is also recognised by the media. The highly acclaimed Hup programme on TG4 at 10 pm on Sundays is attracting unprecedented audiences

and Dungarvan had the invaluable honour to be portrayed in the first programme. Attractive concerts by National and Internationally known performers continue to attract audiences around Dungarvan. Last Monday, American based Cherish the Ladies made their now annual appearance at The Local and this coming Saturday October 10th a unique pairing of East Clare musicians take to the stage in Cúil na Sméar. Box player, John Canny and fiddler, Mark Donnellan make a rare appearance outside their native Clare, a night not to be missed in our lovely acoustic venue.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Nótaí na Gaeltachta The Lismore Food Company le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise BROWN’S FARM HOUSE Beidh sraith imeachtaí an Gheimhreadh ag Browns Farmhouse ag tosú Dé Céadaoin an 14ú Deireadh Fómhar. Beidh Maria Power, Garraíodóir na Mara, ag déanamh ceardlann cócaireachta agus léacht ar an úsáid gur féidir baint as feamainn. Beidh sé ag tosú ag 8.00 i.n. Is é an chostais ar an oíche ná €30. Beidh biachlár iomlán maraon le sólaistí agus puins. Níl ach 25 spás ar fáil agus mar sin iarrtar ort spás a chur in áirithe más mian leat freastal ar an gceardlann. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Naoive ar 087 8276708. Brown’s Farm is pleased to announce the first of the winter events for this year. Marie Power the Sea Gardner will be doing a cookery demonstation and talk on the uses of seawead. Wednesday, 14th October, at 8.00 p.m. Cost is €30. Full menue awith refreshments and punch. Limited to 25 places, booking essential. Contact Naoive on 087 8276708. Follow us on facebook for more details and future events. LIOS NA SÍOG NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAI Táimíd an-buíoch do gach éinne as do chabhair agus tacaíocht don Lá Caife ar an Aoine seo caite, ar maitheas an Naíonra. Míle buíochas do Tony agus Margaret Tobin as óstáil an Lá Caife. Naíonra an tSean Phobail are very grateful to all who help and supported the Lá Caife last Friday. Many thanks to Tony and

Margaret Tobin for hosting the day. SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile gach Aoine sa Halla ó 10.00 r.n. - 12.00 i.n. Carn spraoi agus spórt do thuismitheoirí agus páistí. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428. An seachtain seo áfach, beidh an teacht le chéile ar siúl ag an Lá Caifé ar mhaithe le Lios na Síog sa Sean Phobail i dteach Tony agus Margaret Tobin ag 10.00 r.n. Spraoi, Parent and Toddler group will meet every Friday in the Halla from 10.00 a.m. -12 noon. Plenty of fun activities for all! Tel 087 7479428. This week however we will be meeting at 10am at the Lá Caifé in aid of Lios na Síog sa Sean Phobail at Tony and Margaret Tobin’s house. 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 a.m. go dtí 12 noon. 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 / 083 4455914. 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 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! POBAL AR AIRE – AN SEAN PHOBAL Beidh cruinniú poiblí ag an grúpa Pobal Ar Aire sa Sean Phobal Dé Máirt an 13ú lá Deireadh Fómhar. Beidh an cruinniú ar siúl ag 8.00 i.n. i Halla Cholmáin sa Sean Phobal agus ta fáilte roimh cách. A public meeting of the Community Alert group in An Sean Phobal will be held in Halla Cholmáin at 8.00 p.m. on Tuesday, 13th October. All are welcome. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ón Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 911 ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments 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 REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE Tá an Coiste Fáilte i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun taighde ar stair Reilig an tSléibhe, reilig a théann siar chuig aimsir an Gorta Mór. Má tá eolas ar bith agat faoi stair na háite sin, beidh an Coiste Fáilte

buíoch as teagmháil a dhéanamh leo agus an teolas sin a roinnt. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com An Coiste Fáilte in Gaeltacht na nDéise are researching the history of Reilig an tSléibhe, a graveyard that goes back to the time of the Famine. If you have any information about the history of this site, An Coiste Fáilte would be grateful if you contacted them to share this information. You can contact them at 058 46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhl ucht.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.

secure major UK deal with Marks and Spencer

THE Lismore Food Company is delighted to announce that they have secured a major deal with premium retailer Marks & Spencer (UK) for their All Butter Irish Shortbread. In an extraordinary first year in business the County Waterford based company headed by Beth-Ann Smith and brothers Owen and Ken Madden are to be listed in Marks & Spencer stores right across the UK. Commenting on the deal, Ken Madden says, “Our first year in business has been an amazing adventure culminating with the fabulous news that our All Butter Irish Shortbread will be listed with one of the UK’s great retailers. It’s a huge endorsement of our fine biscuits! The beautiful burnt orange and gold packaging are a perfect fit at Marks & Spencer and we are sure that their customers will love the great taste of pure Irish butter in our fine shortbreads”. In an outstanding year the Lismore Food Company’s hugely successful launch has seen their range of fine biscuits listed in over 100 locations in Ireland along with exports to Switzerland and Malaysia. The Marks & Spencer deal is a significant step in the company’s growth with their fine biscuits now available to the enormous UK market. An M&S spokesperson says: “We are delighted to add The Lismore Food Company’s All Butter Irish Shortbreads to our collection of brands which showcases food and drink from only the finest artisan producers. The shortbread fits our criteria of both looking beautiful in the kitchen and more importantly tasting amazing. We’re sure our customers will love it as much as we do.”

The Lismore Food Company comprises three artisans who share a story of several hundred years of baking and food retailing. Beth-Ann Smith’s family history in food stretches back to Smith’s Stores, a fine food delicatessen and bakery on Cork’s Patrick Street. Having trained at Ballymaloe Cookery School she is now head chef at Lismore Castle. Brothers Owen and Ken Madden’s family opened a bakery and public house on Lismore’s Main Street in the early 1800’s. Now called ‘The Summerhouse’ and home to The Lismore Food Company, they continue this rich culinary tradition in the same historic location. The Lismore Food Company’s All Butter Irish Shortbread will be available in Marks and Spencer stores from October.

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Modeligo THRILLING WIN Another wonderful night out for the supporters of Modeligo Hurlers supporters on friday night last. A last-gasp 60 yarder from Tyler arrowed its way all the way to the Ardmore net via a deflection, the result being a 1 point victory. It certainly left the opposition deflated: but for us it's the County Final coming up next, our second in 12 months It's a big task against what seems to be a very impressive Clashmore/Kinsalebeg combo. CONDOLENCES It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of Mary O'Neill, Kilcannon and Cappoquin, and we offer our sincere sympathies to her sons and daughters, grandchildren, great grand-

children; to her good friend James Doocey, and indeed to all of Mary's extended family and many friends. Indeed Mary was a good friend to many. Following Requiem Mass at Modeligo Church. Mary's mortal remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. BIRTHDAY WISHES Congratulations and best wishes to Mary Whelan Nugent, Ballyhane, who celebrated her 40th birthday with a mighty crowd of family and friends over the weekend. MODELIGOBORN CLERGY Not included in the wonderful roll of honour of Modeligo people who entered religious life (in the local Church) is Rev Patrick Fahey. He was born

at Mogaha in 1876 and became a pupil of Modeligo NS in 1880. He travelled to the US in 1900, where he entered St. John's seminary, Brooklyn. He was eventually ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Garvey of Altona Diocese in 1919. Most of his priestly life was spent at St Francis College, Loreto, Nebraska, and that's where he was when called to his eternal reward in 1946, aged 70. Thanks to Tony McCarthy for researching the career of this almost forgotten Modeligo born priest. HELEN’S MEMORIAL WALK The organisers of last Sunday's MellerayModeligo walk would like to thank all the walkers, road volunteers, ect.-as a

matter of fact any one who helped out in any way. Once again we had a fine turn-out, our designated charities will be beneficiaries of monies collected. CRANNCHUR AITIUL Here's a piece of good advice. If you haven’t been getting your Modeligo Lotto tickets in for a while, then do get them in for Saturday night next, and here's why: the jackpot has now reached €2,200! Now, don't say that you weren't told! Numbers drawn on Sat night last were 14, 15 & 18, and our €25 lucky dip winners were as follows: Nicky O'Donovan Jr., Carrigaun; Maria O'Donovan, do., Donal Fraher, Kilbrien, and Liam Curran, Clashmore.

LIBRARY RE-OPENS It is with great relief that we can report the reopening of Cappoquin branch library last Monday, after its closure due to staffing issues for over eight weeks in August and September.The reopening is in line with many national strategies to support communities and national levels of literacy, and will be welcomed by many local adults and children. Just at a time when there are small signs of a possible economic recovery, with premises in the town centre being bought or renovated, it is absolutely vital that Cappoquin loses no more of its services. Well done to everyone who campaigned and reminded the powers that be of this over the past months, and here’s hoping

that this shock to the Cornerstone system will inspire even more people to use the library more frequently than before. THE GREAT BREAD MYSTERY Our query regarding why Mr. Colbert of Main Street Cappoquin was fined for selling bread that was only four hours old caused quite a bit of debate in the past week.There are, in fact, several reasons why selling fresh bread was illegal, all due to wartime rationing. The Government of Britain, which also ruled Ireland during World War I, issued an order saying bread could not be sold to a customer until at least twelve hours after it was baked. The thinking behind this was that fresh bread was very difficult to cut thinly,

and people would therefore consume more if the slices were thick. Furthermore, the more appetising taste of fresh-baked bread was more likely to encourage people to eat too much of it. During the war, bread had, by law, to be sold by weight, not by loaf. A fresh loaf may have been deemed to carry some illegal weight, because it contained more moisture than a slightly stale one would have. Rationing was actually so severe during the years either side of 1916, that another ‘Dungarvan Observer’ article from the time records a Cappoquin shopkeeper being fined for selling tea by weight, but including the weight of the paper wrapping in the total charge for the tea.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Waterford County Museum presents an illustrated talk by William Fraher on Ballysaggartmore House, Lismore

An engraving of Ballysaggartmore House and Bridge. Circa 13th December 1834.

ASPIRING six-year-old authors and magicians Ciara Kelly (6) and Ronan McCann (6), pictured helping launch the Specsavers’ magical nationwide children’s writing competition. [Robbie Reynolds]

Specsavers launch magical nationwide children’s writing competition ASPIRING six-year-old authors and magicians Ciara Kelly (6) and Ronan McCann (6) helped launch Specsavers’ magical nationwide children’s writing competition. As part of the tenth annual Bord Gáis Energy Irish Book Awards, Specsavers Waterford is proud to once again be sponsoring the Irish Children's Book of the Year Category (Jnr & Snr). To celebrate the sponsorship, Specsavers is running a nationwide short story writing competition. Inspired by a quirky cartoon depicting a young boy discovering a pair of magic glasses, children across the country are being asked to create a short story in 500 words or less, beginning with the sentence; ‘I found some magic glasses...’ Speaking about the competition, Specsavers Waterford Store Director

Garvan Mulligan commented, “Kids say and imagine the most magical things when they use their imaginations so we look forward to seeing what kind of wild and wonderful adventures they take us on in their stories with their magical specs.” The competition is open to all children and teenagers up to 16 years of age. The winner of each category will have the chance to be the most popular kids in school by winning €1,000 for their school library along with all the shortlisted children’s titles for 2015 and will also win the shortlisted children’s titles for themselves. Be sure to use as much creativity and imagination as possible. Remember to give your short story a title, staple it to the application form and detail your name, address, age and a contact number

for you and your guardian. Application forms are available from Specsavers Waterford which is located in the City Square Shopping Centre or by downloading the cartoon and application form at www.specsavers.ie/irishbook-awards. All entries should be posted to: SPECSAVERS SHORT STORY COMPETITION, c/o WHPR, 6 Ely Place, Dublin 2, or submit online at www.specsavers.ie/irish-book-awards You can pick up your application form in any of the 49 Specsavers stores throughout Ireland or by downloading the cartoon and application form at www.bgeirishbookawards.i e Don’t hold back – let your imagination soar! The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday, 8th November.

BALLYSAGGARTMORE House was the country seat of the Kiely family. Arthur Kiely-Ussher earned a reputation as a heartless landlord as a result of evicting his tenants during the Famine. There was a failed attempt to assassinate him. Ballysaggartmore was famed for its garden and demesne which featured a walled garden, conservatories and the imposing NeoGothic style entrance lodge

and bridge now known as “The Towers”. The House was purchased by the Hon.Claud and Lady Clodagh Anson in the early 1900’s. The talk will also include the impressions of a young English governess who was employed by the Ansons during Christmas 1917. She gives a vivid impression of life in the Big House at this period and of the local people. Earlier this year, Willie

was invited to give a paper on the correspondence of the governess at the 13th Annual Historic Houses of Ireland Conference, the theme of which was “Women and the Country House”. Venue: Green Room (upstairs), Town Hall Theatre, Friary Street. Date: Wednesday, 14th October Time: 8 p.m. There will be a €5 entrance fee. All are very

welcome. William Fraher, who is our Museum President, is also one of our better known speakers. He has been researching the history of Dungarvan and Waterford since his school days! The subject matter of his latest offering is almost certain to raise a few eyebrows! It will of course be delivered with his usual charm and added darts of wit. Certainly not to be missed.

Lismore Community First Responder group LAST Wednesday, the 30th September 2015, the Lismore Community First Responder group started off the new term with Rapid Circuit Skills Refresher Training. This was aimed at mimicking real life situations that our volunteers may have to face, requiring on-the-spot quick thinking and calm responding to different emergency challenges. Whilst the CFR's were being put through their paces they were assessed

using various methods including audio, visual, written, practical inputs and feedbacks. These times of training are vital for keeping up to date with the requirements of being a First Responder, maintaining high standards and building confidence in our volunteers. The refreshers are held on a regular basis and the next one will be in six week’s time. Thank you to Veronica Troy and

Orla Russell for acting out a range of medical symptoms and allowing the CFRs to practise on them. LCFR welcomes four new members: Martin & Isabel Hale, Simon Powderly and Leesa Kingston all who, without doubt, will be great assets to the group. We are always grateful for new members and if anyone is interested in joining this dynamic active vital group, please contact David Kiely on 086 3134145.

Labour delivers for low paid workers - Ciara Conway LABOUR T.D. Ciara Conway for Waterford, Ciara Conway is welcoming news of reforms that will see a cash boost in the wage packets of cleaning and security staff. “This week my colleague Minister Ged Nash introduced reforms that will see a wage increase for cleaning staff and workers in the security sector,”explained Deputy Conway. “New Employment

Regulation Orders (EROs) for both sectors will see improved basic hourly pay, enhanced overtime rates and improvements in other terms and conditions for these workers. ”The new reforms respond to a court judgement that saw existing EROs stuck down. The new basic rate of pay in the security sector will rise to €10.75 and the basic rate of pay in for cleaning

workers will rise to €9.75. “This is a welcome development that will see an increase in the wage packets and an improvement in the terms and conditions of up to 45,000 security and cleaning staff across the country. It will establish a floor of decency as regards pay in both sectors which I welcome.” Ciara Conway also welcomed other reforms to the

State’s industrial relations architecture that will reduce from five to two the number of bodies dealing with workplace disputes. “This year waiting times to access dispute resolution bodies such as a rights commissioner has been significantly reduced. This will continue under the simplified new structures that will be of benefit to both employers and employees.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Curtain Call has finally “Graduated”! WHAT a fantastic week we had last week for Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan’s Irish premiere of The Graduate! We had six packed houses, six standing ovations and lots of very heartfelt feedback from the audience members every night. We couldn’t have asked for more. Opening night (Monday 28th Sept) saw Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre nearly packed to capacity.This performance was in aid of Irish Dogs for the Disabled, a very worthy cause. The sense of anticipation, both backstage and in the theatre, was palpable. After they walked up the beautifully decorated staircase, the audience enjoyed a warm welcome and glass of wine, from the hard-working front of house team. Again, many guests commented that their night at the theatre was not just about enjoying the performance, but also the ambiance and sense of occasion, which was so wonderfully created by the team. Director Fidelma Meaney and the cast of Emma Walsh, Kris Cowming, Aaron Cowming, Mary Nagle, Hugh O’Donnell, Claire O’Halloran, Blathnaid Foley, James Fraher, Ray Tobin, Damien Canning, Aoife O’Mahony, Debbie Collins, Martin Landers and Catherine Whelan, worked extremely hard over the last two months. This was a difficult play to stage, with revolving set pieces and many small scenes that required quick set changes and snappy dialogue between the characters. Fidelma overcame any difficulties by allowing the actors themselves to move the scenery – a stroke of genius which worked seam-

Benjamin (Kris Cowming) and Mrs. Robinson (Emma Walsh) having a conversation in Curtain Call's Irish Premiere of The Graduate. businesses who kindly dislessly and meant that a they want! Well done Fidelma, played our posters. And smaller backstage crew was required. Mind you, the clearly a theatrical “vision- everyone who liked and space backstage was limited ary”, and we look forward shared our facebook posts and with a cast this large, to the announcement in the to help us spread the word! space was at a premium! coming weeks regarding BEAT 102-103 AND Some of the cast members what is next in store for WLRFM FOR THEIR are relatively new to per- Curtain Call Productions. MEDIA COVERAGE forming, but you’d never Stephen Kelly of Irish SINCERE have known, such was their TV filmed some of the GRATITUDE TO ALL level of professionalism both show and recorded cast WHO HELPED on stage and behind the Every production needs interviews to air in the next scenes. an entire team to bring all few weeks. The cast worked so well the finer details together, Marlene Kirby, Marc together as a team through- and we were blessed to have Daly, Martin Landers, Pawel out and that team-work such a hard-working team Lorenc and Dan McGrath showed in the perform- on this production.We’re so for their wonderful ances. As Chairperson Mary grateful to all the following photography. Kelly mentioned in her who helped contribute to Printmaster for the beauclosing speech, CCPD is a the overall success of this tiful posters and profamily and everyone sup- Curtain Call Productions grammes. ports each other. The Set Construction Dungarvan production: Fidelma Meaney did a Michael Sheehan (The team for building such a superb job directing this Wine Buff) and Joe Kelly wonderful, colourful set iconic play. Kelly, Fidelma (Kelly’s Pharmacy, Mary Her passion, control, Abbeyside) for handling Meaney, Hugh O’Donnell, vision and tenacity in ticket sales for us once Martin Landers, Michael bringing this production to again. O’Mahony, Brian Sheehan, the Irish stage for the first The Dungarvan Leader, Catherine Whelan, Kris time, was evident in the Dungarvan Observer, Cowming. performances each night. Dungarvan Community Special thanks to the Judging by the audience Noticeboard, WLRFM, members of The reaction each night, CCPD Youghal Community Dungarvan Men’s Shed has given the audience what Radio and the many local who helped out. Set

The Cast in action during the Irish Premiere of The Graduate by Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan.

Carpenter was Tony Dee. Catherine Whelan and Brian Sheehan O’Donnell who worked tirelessly backstage every night. Sharon McGuire on make-up and Deirdre Ryan for hair advice! Our Sound & Lighting crew of Dirk Baumann, Ian Walsh and Kevin Nolan. Blathnaid Foley who sourced our props and By Gone Times, Anne Dowling, Darren Meaney, Minnie’s Bar, Printmaster, Ann Wall and Lena Walsh who provided props. Our Prompters Deirdre Collender, Paul Coffey, Caroline O’Connor, Charlie O’Donoghue, Vanessa Hyde and Mary Kelly. Vanessa Hyde and Fidelma Meaney who coordinated the costumes. Nomac and Sue Ryder for costumes. Noel Devereux who provided the wonderful Wedding Dress Suits for the men. Alma Shanahan-Power, Natanya Geoghegan, Trish Hennessy, Marlene Kirby, Michael O’Mahony, Brian Patwell and Mary Kelly on ticket desk duty. Michael Walsh who looked resplendent on “Meet & Greet” duty every night. The front of house & raffle team: Lena Walsh, Natanya Geoghegan, Marlene Kirby, Edgar Kirby, Samantha Hayes, Trish Hennessy, Colin Kirkham, Roisin McGregor, Michael O’Mahony, Philippa McKelvie, Ann Wall, Killian Power, Michael Walsh, Orla White, Michael Wright, Vanessa Hyde, Paula Cunningham, Teresa Fennell, Siobhan Green, Aileen Hogan, Caroline O’Toole, Susan O’Mahony, Sharon McGuire, Ann Power, Klaus Weisser. Raffle prize sponsors: Beauty and Beyond, Crew’s Restaurant, Debbie Collins, Dungarvan Encore Stage

Academy, Garvey’s Supervalu, Glam Hair, Iona Crystal, Happy Memories Photography, Lidl, John N Murphy Solicitors, Minnie’s Bar, McKenna Computers, Olga’s Beauty Parlour, Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds, Siobhan’s Hair Salon, Dungarvan Take a Bow Productions, The Country Store,The Park Hotel (who provided glasses for Opening Night wine reception), The Wine Buff and McDonald’s Dungarvan (who kindly donated the cups for the interval catering). Michael O’Brien of Ardmore Video Productions for recording our final performance for posterity. Our nightly post-performance hosts: Nagle’s Bar, Downey’s, The Lady Belle and The Park Hotel. A huge thank you to the Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan team – Mary Kelly, Fidelma Meaney, Emma Walsh,Vanessa Hyde, Blathnaid Foley, Hugh O’Donnell, Ray Tobin, Colin Kirkham, Catherine Whelan, Samantha Hayes and Valerie Daly for all the hard work they have put in over the last few months, especially in the weeks running up to the production. The devil is in the detail, as they say, and no detail was over-looked by the hardworking team. Thank you also to members of all the local groups involved in theatre and the performing arts in the area

– thank you sincerely for your messages of support and your help and assistance during the production. And to the communities of Dungarvan and West Waterford for coming along to see The Graduate in your droves and for your lovely, encouraging comments afterwards, both in person and on Facebook, in text messages etc.We had fantastic audiences every night of the run - we hope you all enjoyed the show! Sincere gratitude to Waterford City & County Council, and especially Arts Officer Conor Nolan and his team who have been so supportive of our activities this past year. And of course, last but most definitely not least, a HUGE THANK YOU to Fidelma Meaney and her wonderful cast of The Graduate. Your commitment, energy and talent helped make this production so special. You can all be extremely proud of all you have achieved bringing the iconic production to Ireland for the first time. After this fantastic run, no doubt many other theatre groups will consider performing this wonderful play for themselves. We’re delighted to have had you all in the cast of our production of The Graduate, and look forward to working with you again in future productions.

Mrs. Braddock (Mary Nagle), Benjamin (Kris Cowming) and Mr. Braddock (Aaron Cowming) at the Psychiatrist's (Damien Canning) office.

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West Waterford BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy birthday to Eamon Foley, Monatrea, Kinsalebeg who celebrated his birthday during the week. Best wishes from all your family and friends Eamon. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Western Final Best of luck to our Clashmore Intermediate Hurlers, who take on Modeligo at Fraher Field on Sunday, October 11th at 2.30 pm in Fraher Field, Please come along and support the players. CUAN HOUSE -Need €33,875 to Purchase Our New Cancer Centre. CUAN HOUSE urgently needs €33,875 to complete the purchase their New Cancer Centre and you can help by becoming a CUAN HOUSE yearly member - to do so please go to www.cuanhouse.ie/membership €10 - Become a Cuan House MEMBER €25 - Become a Cuan House GOLD member €50 - Become a Cuan House PLATINUM member €100 - Become a Cuan House BUSINESS member All members will receive their own personally named Cuan House Membership Certificate. CUAN House Cancer Support Centre is a voluntary organisation established to provide the best possible cancer support services to the people of East Cork and West Waterford area. With the counselling, relaxation therapies and group support services on offer at Cuan House, we endeavour to provide cancer patients, their families and carers with a safe place; a place to talk things over, to relax and express emotions. This building is strategically located to provide services to the people of East Cork and West Waterford, however this facility will be available for all cancer sufferers and their families throughout Ireland. The location for the Cancer support centre will be 29 Friar Street, Youghal, Co. Cork. The building measures 2530 sq.ft over two floors and a small ground floor extension to the rear. The ground floor will contains one treatment room, one day room, an open plan living space along with a kitchen area and toilets located in the rear extension. Over the coming months we will have many other fundraising events. Watch

this space for details. In the meantime if you want to contact our charity please email us at info@cuanhouse.ie or go to our website at www.cuanhouse.ie. You can also make a donation directly to our bank account : Youghal Cancer Support Centre Sort Code 985490; Account Number 11173787; IBAN IE59ULSB98549011173787 BIC/Swift ULSBIE2D You can also make a donation from your mobile phone with a , mobile text donation just text "CUAN" to 50300 to donate €4. A CAKE SALE AND COFFEE MORNING - This Sunday October, 11th The young members of Clashmore – Kinsalebeg Foroige Club will host a cake sale and coffee morning here in the Heritage Centre in Clashmore on Sunday morning - October 11th following the 11 am Clashmore Mass, until 1.00 pm. Your support will be very much appreciated. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO - Sunday October 4th This week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw were F, N, L, Q.There was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,350. €20 each goes to: Liam Scanlon, Miranda Curran, Ann Ormond. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. KNOCKANORE PLOUGHING ASSOCIATION 2015 – Results Once again our annual ploughing match which took place here in Knockanore on a fine September day on a beautiful site was well supported. A big thank you to our land owners, The Morrisson Family for the use of their land, all our sponsors, our ladies committee who provided the refreshments in the field, all the ground helpers, Tom and Eileen Coady, and Helen Murphy Catering. Our judges from west Cork and last but not least the 44 competitors who took part on the day. Congratulations and well done to the following who were our winners in the various competitions: Senior 2 Furrow Larry Bergin, Tipperary South; Mick Linehan, Cork East; Maurice Walsh, Knockanore. Under 28 Cian Keohane, Cork East John O’Brien, Tipperary

Kinsalebeg Macra Members - Edmond Og [2nd] Ledingham, Paul McGrath [winner] and John Budds [3rd] at the county Beef Stockjudging competition last week. South; Stephen O’Connell, Cork East Under 21 Lorcan Bergin,Tipperary South; Maurice Ledingham, Clashmore 3 Furrow Open Jay Prendergast, Clashmore Vintage 2 Furrow 1. Tommy Kielty, Kilkenny 2. Philip Cotter, East Cork 3. Denis Neville Vintage Trailer Denis Hennessy, Cork East Vintage Single Trevor Fleming, Cork East; Oliver Power, Dunhill Farmerette 1. Mary O’Callaghan, Knockanore 3 Furrow STD Kevin O’Riordan, Cork East; Killian Tate, Cork East;Tom O’Neill, Knockanore Reversible Senior Paddy Harrington, Cork East; Jimmy Cotter, Lismore Conor Butler, Knockanore Reversible Under 28 Thomas Houlihan, Knockanore Reversible Standard 3 Furrow Niall Twomey, East Cork; Paddy Power, Knockanore; James Murphy, Tipperary South 4 & 5 Furrow Reversible Brian Murphy, Knockanore; T J McSweeney, Knockanore; Paul O’Brien, Knockanore FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15. Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL -The following are our weekly meeting times for our walking group. Monday - 7.30 pm walk

from Clashmore Church Tuesday - 9.30 am walk from Clashmore Church Please come along INDOOR MARKET On Sunday October 18th – an Indoor market takes place here in Youghal at Cumann na Daoine from 10 am to 4.30 pm. We will have lots nice stalls present selling arts, crafts, jewellery and much more. We will have tea and coffee served right throughout the day with lots of nice treats to eat on sale. There are still, a small number of places for vendors available so early booking is advisable by ringing Cumann Na Daoine at 024 91900 WALK FOR LOURDES Our Annual “Walk for Lourdes” takes place next week on Sunday, October 18th here in Clashmore with Registration at 1.30 pm in the ClashmoreKinsalebeg GAA Club House. Walkers will set off at 2.00 pm with light refreshments served in the clubhouse on their return. The proceeds of this event go to the Clashmore – Piltown Lourdes invalid pilgrimage fund, which sends two people from the parish to Lourdes each year – and your support will be very much appreciated NOTES FROM KINSALEBEG HALL Just a few Dates For your diary - Our Christmas Cooking will take on the 3rd, 10th and 17th November. Also this year we will have our Flower Arranging on the 15th. Of December So lots to look forward to we will have more details later, looking forward to meeting you all again this year. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners on Monday, October 7th night’s 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore on ten games were Roger Hynes and Eugene O’Halloran In joint second

we had Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Thomas Power and Liam Curran Best of the last five were, Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower, Lucky last game winners Kyle Cunningham and Gabriel Hynes, Tommie Osborne and John Cliffe, Jim McGrath and Jack Doris Would all players please note we are starting 9.30 p.m sharp every week. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. SYMPATHY This week we extend sympathy to the Bryan family,Youghal on the death of their mum Joy. For many years Joy was a regular 45drive player here at our weekly drive here in Clashmore. Joy died unexpectedly last week. Her funeral took place in Youghal on Sunday, and may she rest in peace CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO JACKPOT €2,400 Our weekly Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg GAA Club lotto draw took place on Monday night, October 5th. We had no match four winner in this week’s draw, so next week our jackpot will be €2,400, when our draw will take place at the Ole Mill. Our numbers on Monday night were 13, 19, 20, 27. Well done to the following that were winners of €20 spot prizes this week: David Byrne, Jackie Fox Dunne, Liam Curran, Derek Kelly, Aine Curran. Well done to all our prize winners and thanks to everyone for your wonderful support. KINSALEBEG SCHOOL PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION The following are the results of September’s nonstop draw for Kinsalebeg National School, a big thank you to everyone for their support again this month. Well done to the following winners: 1st prize

– O’Rourke Triplets - seller Amelia Cassidy; 2nd prize Joe O'Brien - seller - Finn O'Brien; 3rd prize - Finn O'Brien - seller - Finn O'Brien; 4th Prize - Mary Curran - seller - Jade Walsh. Children’s draw - Aoife Murphy, Clodagh Fitzgerald, Hannah Walsh, Lauren Ryan. PARISH OF AGLISH/ BALLINAMEELA/ MOUNT STUART Parish Pastoral Council A meeting of our Parish Pastoral Council takes place on Wednesday, October 7th at 8.15 pm in the Parochial House. FASHION SHOW WITH A “TOUCH OF CLASS” Supporting CUAIN One of Youghal’s most prestigious fashion boutique’s “Touch of Class” will present all their latest range of Winter designs and fashions at their upcoming Fashion Show on Thursday, October 13th at 8.30 pm in Youghal GAA Pavilion. This events supports CUAIN- a wonderful centre which supports cancer patients in the West Waterford and East Cork area. Your support will be very much appreciated. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG FOROIGE CLUB NEWS Our 3rd meeting was a huge success with over 27 kids attending. We opened the meeting by signing-in all kids and asking them for Fund Raising Ideas. Kids then enjoyed Pool Games, Darts, Foosball challenge, a DVD and of course some ‘tunes’. We took time out to wish Chloe Smiddy a happy birthday and to toast the girls from the Under 15 Team who recently won the County Final. A special thanks to everyone who donated cakes, drinks and sweets for our Party. Foroige Kids know this is a voluntary run Club and are very keen to raise much needed funds.To help them experience new adventures, have fun, and have a 'cool' place to chill every Wednesday night. So with 27 heads together they came up with our first fundraising idea – A Cake Sale and Coffee Morning to be held in The Heritage Centre on October 11th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. after Clashmore Mass. They kindly volunteered the services of their mothers, daddys, aunties, grannies and friends to bake some cakes for their sale. So get your baking hats on and please help them

make their first event a success. Posters will be displayed locally in the coming week. This club is run by the kids of the community and we as leaders are just there to supervise and help them. In time you will see these kids doing a lot community work, both in the Clashmore and Kinsalebeg areas. We closed our meeting by asking kids to inform everyone about their Cake Sale and also to get permission to have an outing in October. We would also like to extend our deepest sympathy to Gail O’Sullivan, our Foroige co-ordinator and family on their recent loss. LAST OF THE REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE HANDED BACK AT OUR NEXT MEETING. KINSALEBEG MACRA NEWS STOCK JUDGING WINNERS On Wednesday night last, the County round of Macra “Beef Stock Judging” took place at John O’Leary’s farm in Dungarvan. There was huge interest in this event from clubs right around the county. However, when it comes to judging Beef Stock – Kinsalebeg members were the best judges of a good beef animal. Well done to our three members on securing the top three places. Winner was Paul McGrath, in second place we had Edmond Og Ledingham and in third we had John Budds. We wish Paul McGrath all the best as he goes on to represent our County at the All-Ireland Finals of “Beef Stock Judging” which takes place on the October Bank Holiday weekend. “KNOW YOUR AG” QUIZ On Friday night, we travelled to the regional finals of “Know your Ag” Quiz which took place in Carrick-on-Suir. No luck qualifying this year for our club, the questions simply did not suit! Our team were Paul McGrath, Edmond Og Ledingham, David McGrath and Goggle – and we still lost!!! BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Congratulations and best wishes to Edel Morrissey, Ballycurrane on the occasion of her 21st birthday which she celebrated with family and friends last Saturday night at Kiely’s Cross Bar. Happy birthday Edel.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AWARDS

Hall of Fame Award was presented to Mr. Michael Walsh by Denis Ring, Principal, and Maurice Geary, Deputy Principal.

The Highest Achiever Award, Patron Tom and Marie Cavanagh, in this year’s Junior Cert., was presented to Ann-Marie O’Brien by Denis Ring.

Elaine Looby and Fionn Daly receiving The Gold Medal in Irish, Patron Mrs. Anne Fitzgerald, from Denis Ring and teacher Brian Foley.

Fionn Daly receiving The Gold Medal in Maths and The Gold Medal in Applied Maths, Patrons Board of Management BCS, from Declan Doocey, Chairperson Board of Management, and Denis Ring, Principal.

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Emily Power receiving The Gold Medal in LCVP, Patron Pollard Electrical & Communications, from Padraig Pollard with teacher Sheena Wilkinson.

Sinead Shanahan receiving The Gold Medal in Art from Orla Flynn on behalf of Patron Mr. Arthur Maderson.

The Food Science Scholarship, Patron Jack Aherne, was presented to Elle Roche with Denis Ring, Principal. The Highest Achiever Award, Patron Tom and Marie Cavanagh, in this year’s Leaving Cert. was presented to Fionn Daly by Denis Ring, Principal.

Gold Medal in Music, Patron Willie and Laura Roche, was presented to Treasa Fitzgerald and Rosie Hartley, with Denis Ring, Principal.

Award recipients 2015 celebrate with members of The Board of Management and Parents Council.

Elaine Looby celebrates with Denis Ring after receiving The Gold Medal in Chemistry, Patron Don and Michelle Hanrahan; Gold Medal in Biology, Patron Mari Mina Pharmacy; Gold Medal in Agricultural Science, Patron Sean and Daphne Power; The Gold Medal in French, Patron Mr. Joern Wiebe, with Mr. Denis Ring, Principal.

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BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS AWARDS

The Physics & Astrophysics Scholarship, Patron Neil Twomey, Solicitor, was presented to Ashleigh Dalton by Gold Medal in Engineering, Patron Parents’ Council BCS, The Kitty Luskin Memorial Scholarship for Nursing, Patron The Education Scholarship, Patron Lismore & Cappoquin Neil Twomey. was presented to Daniel Moloney with teacher Sarah The Luskin family was presented to Michaela Kearney by Credit Union, was presented to Mark Dooling by Tony Jane Mulcahy. Sile Heneghan. Glavin.

Gold Medal in History, Patron Ollie Wilkinson, was presented to Aidan Horgan by Sheena Wilkinson. Gold Medal in Business, Patron Richmond House, was presented to Mark Dooling by Claire Deevy.

Gold Medal in Social & Scientific, Patron Barron’s Bakery, was presented to Ciara McCarthy by Joe Prendergast. Elaine Looby receiving The Gold Medal in Accounting from Patron Mr. Tony Glavin.

Sarah Coughlan receiving The Kieran Fenton Memorial Scholarship for Physiotherapy from Patron Mary Fenton Morrissey.

Grainne McGrath receiving The Gold Medal in Creativity from Patron Ms. Orla Flynn.

The Eric Flynn Memorial Scholarship (Patron the Flynn and Morrissey families) for Computer Science was presented to Jakub Piatek by Tina Flynn.

Gold Medal in Geography, Patron Barron’s Bakery, was presented to Sarah Coughlan with teacher Sean Murphy.

The Lifetime Contribution to School Life Award was Elaine Looby receiving The John and Judy Ring Memorial The Accounting Scholarship, Patron Kelleher’s SuperValu, presented to our Business Teacher Mr. Frank Aird by Denis Scholarship for Pharmacy, Patron The Ring family, from Cappoquin, was presented to Nicola Power by Tom Gold Medal in German, Patron Mr. Joern Wiebe, presented to Matty Barry with teacher Nicola Barrett. Ring, Principal, and Maurice Geary, Deputy Principal. Denis Ring. Kelleher.

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Presentation of flag and Proclamation.

Well done to all our runners.

Pupil Seán Whelan pictured with Sgt. Kieran Kennedy and Lt. Shane Flood on their visit to St. Joseph's.

Garranbane Junior Infant Class 2015.

[Will Cusack Photography]

GARRANBANE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Welcome back to everybody A VERY special and warm welcome to the Junior Infant Class We wish them many happy years of fun, discovery and learning with us.We take this opportunity to wish our former Sixth Class every success as they embark on a new chapter of their education in Secondary School. SCHOOL MASS Fr. Ned Hassett celebrated our start of year Mass on Thursday, September 17th.This was a joyful occasion for children, parents and staff. We are delighted to congratulate Fr. Hassett on his recent appointment as Parish Priest and look forward to continuing to work with him. BRASS BAND The Brass Band gave a wonderful open air performance in the school playground on Friday, Sept. 4th. The children were delighted when they got the opportunity to try out some brass instruments.

Everyone enjoyed the music and we would like to thank the members of the brass band for coming to visit the children at Garranbane school. HOCKEY COACHING Tricks for Sticks –a hockey coaching programme has been up and running over the last month with the pupils in 3rd and 4th class. Under the expert eye of Emmett Hughes the children have been working on their ball skills and improving their stick work. A big thank you must go to Emmett for all of his hard work with the pupils. SOCCER TOURNAMENT Garranbane N.S. were represented by two soccer teams when they participated in the Dungarvan C.B.S. soccer tournament. Both teams had a great day, playing some lovely soccer in a very sporting manner. We were fortunate to see our green team go all the

way and win the final after a terrific performance. Many thanks to Mr. Barry and the Transition Years for their hospitality on the day.We look forward to coming back next year ! CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING Well done to our young athletes who took part in the Cross Country Running event which was staged in St. Augustine’s College on Friday evening, Sept. 18th. It was a great evening for our runners . Who knows we may have a future Husain Bolt in our midst! LOCAL HISTORY The children in 4th and 5th class were very excited when they heard that local historian John Young was coming to visit them. John is a mine of information on all aspects of local history. John spoke about life in Dungarvan during the Famine period. He brought various artefacts with him

including a dress worn by a child in the workhouse in Dungarvan. John spoke about emigration, Black 47, the potato blight, coffin ships and life in the workhouse. The children were enthralled.Thank you John for bringing our local history to life in such an informative and interesting way. AFTER SCHOOL CLUB Under the expert hands of Mairéad and Jackie the After School Club is now up and running. The club starts at 1.10 pm -2.40 pm for Junior and Senior Infants and from 2.40 pm5.40 pm for all classes. This is a wonderful service for both children and parents .We wish the club continued success. IRISH FLAG Thursday, September 24th was an historic day for the community of Garranbane N.S. Sergeant Kieran Kennedy and

Sergeant Tom Mansfield of the Irish Defence Forces arrived at the school to present the children with the national flag and a copy of the Proclamation. Lia Cunningham read an extract from the 1916 Proclamation. The children had an opportunity to ask questions about the flag and its history. The flag will be raised to commemorate Easter 1916 in March 2016.

Trevor tries out for the brass band.

The Defence Forces came to Fews National School on the 24th September to present the Tricolour.

2nd class pupils from Carriglea NS proudly displaying their artwork.

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ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

School Twinning Ceremony AS part of the Newfoundland Labrador Irish Connections Festival, St. Declan’s Community College was invited to be involved in a twinning ceremony with Holy Trinity High School in Torbay, Newfoundland. On Friday, 25th September, a skype call was set up linking the two schools. Ms. Dunbar, Deputy Principal was the lead teacher on the Kilmacthomas side and was ably assisted by 17 students

from Transition Year and 5th Year along with three teachers, Ms. Browne, Ms. Morrissey, and Mr. Meleady. The skype call highlighted information about both schools, location, population, subjects taught etc. It also involved musical performances from each school involved in the twinning ceremony. A past pupil of St. Declan’s Community College, Ross Houlihan, now married and living in

Newfoundland was the catalyst behind the school twinning event. His brother, Ryan who is currently a 5th Year student in St. Declan’s presented Holy Trinity High School in Newfoundland with a Waterford Flag to mark the event. The skype call lasted for an hour. It was very entertaining and a lot of information was exchanged about both schools and the Waterford connection with Newfoundland.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Transition Year activities THE past week has been a busy time for the group. ECDL is in full swing in the groups and is a great opportunity for the students to build their IT skills and end up with a certificate at the end of the year with the completion of the seven modules. This week they had a presentation and information talk on the merit of getting involved in the John Paul 11 awards in their community. Lots of evidence throughout the school as well that many are setting up Mini Companies as part of their business module. EXTRA CURRICULAR NEWS Students take note that many games are organised for this week. On Monday the camogie team took part in a Camogie Blitz in Mallow, the hurlers in the Harty team, the under 16½ team and under 14 team have matches this week and the senior Ladies Football take to the field on Tuesday.

Reports to follow. CAMOGIE NEWS Well done to the Lismore camogie team and to Emma Power, Alice Russell and Rebecca McGlone and to captain Shauna Kiernan who were part of this team capturing the county title against St Anne’s on Saturday. Congratulations to Lorraine Bray who received a shooting star award in camogie after Waterford’s win in the AllIreland final. TEA PARTY – PARENTS’ COUNCIL A reminder of the Parents’ Council American Tea party which takes place this Saturday night, October 10th, at 8.30 p.m. Tickets are selling fast so if you haven’t booked yours yet please get in touch with us at 53620 to secure tickets. This promises to be a great night with great food and good music.

MEÁNSCOIL SAN NIOCLÁS, RINN UA gCUANACH

Ceannairí Nua-cheaptha Mheánscoil San Nioclás COMHGHAIRDEAS ó chroí & fíorchaoin fáilte roimh Phríomhoide agus Phríomhoide Tánaisteach Nua-cheaptha Mheánscoil san Nioclás. Thar cheann fhoireann, dhaltaí, thuismitheoirí agus phobal uile Mheánscoil san Nioclás, ba mhaith linn gach rath agus beannacht a ghuí ar Phríomhoide nuacheaptha na Meánscoile, Séamus Ó Cadhain agus roimh an bPríomhoide Tánaisteach nua-cheaptha Áine Bean Uí Icí. Is as Cill Chiaráin i nGaeltacht Chonamara é Séamus Ó Cadhain agus dhá bhliian déag caite aige ina Phríomhoide Tánaisteach ar an Meánscoil. Is as an gClais Mhór ó dhúchas d’Áine Bean Uí Icí agus í ag maireachtaint sa Bhaile Nua le fada an lá anois. Thosnaigh sí ag obair sa scoil sa bhliain 1994 agus í ag múineadh Eolaíochta agus Mata ann ó shin. Go n-éirí a gceapacháin nua leo beirt agus rath Dé agus beannachtaí San Nioclás ar a saothar. MÍLE FÁILTE ROIMH DHALTAÍ NA CHÉAD BHLIANA Tá grúpa daltaí den chéad scoth tosnaithe sa scoil agus iad ag cur go mór le saol na scoile cheana féin. Fáiltímid rompu ar fad. Go n-éirí bhur mblianta i Meánscoil san Nioclás libh. Sonas is séan ar gach aon duine díobh. CÚRSAÍ SPÓIRT NA MEÁNSCOILE Dul chun cinn ollmhór á dhéanamh i gCúrsaí Spóirt sa Scoil. Tá Cúrsa Spóirt na Meánscoile ag dul ó neart go neart. tá foirne láidre peile agus

iomána sa scoil agus chomh maith leis sin tá foireann camógaíochta tosnaithe i mbliana. Go n-éirí go geal leo. COMHGHAIRDEAS LE DUINE DE BHANLAOCHRA MHEÁNSCOIL SAN NIOCLÁS D’imir Dawn de Paor, Bliain a Sé i gCraobh Camógaíochta na hÉireann ar an Domhnach 13 Meán Fómhair I bPáirc an Chrócaigh agus bhuaigh siad ar fhoireann Chill Dara. Tá an-tóir ar Dawn na laethanta seo ag tabhairt cuairte ar scoileanna an cheantair ag spreagadh na ndaltaí óga chun tabhairt faoin gcamógaíocht agus an corn gleoite á thaispeáint aici dóibh. Is ceannródaí iontach í agus tá Meánscoil san Nioclás an-bhródúil ar fad aisti. Níl do shárú ann a Dawn! AN IDIRBHLIAIN Tá 27 ag tabhairt faoin Idirbhliain i mbliana agus tá clár cuimsitheach fuinniúil curtha le chéile faoi stiúir Aonghus Uí Raghnaigh agus Dhéarán Uí Dhroma. Tá cáil náisiúnta bainte amach ag Idirbhliain na Meánscoile agus mealltar daltaí ó chuile áit sa tír. Míle fáilte roimh an 7 cuairteoirí atá tagtha chun an Idirbhliain a dhéanamh linn i mbliana. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh idir thaitneamh agus thairbhe as. Tús maith leath na hoibre mar a deirtear agus tá tús iontach curtha le himeachtaí na hidirbhliana. Tá cuairt tugtha ag na daltaí cheana féin ar Choláiste na Rinne, ar an gCoinigéir, ar Thaispeántas George Boole I gColáiste na hOllscoile Chorcai agus ar Phríosún Chorcaí.

Back row: Shane Kiely (Abbeyside), Dylan O’Donovan (Brickey Rangers), Sean Crotty (Dungarvan), Patrick Power (Kilrossanty), Cian Horwood (Kilrossanty), Reece Stringer (St. Patrick’s), Shaun Murray (Dungarvan), Front row: Eoghan Curran (Brickey Rangers), Jaime Walsh (Abbeyside), Luke O’Callaghan (Dungarvan), Jack Walsh (Ardmore), Sean Veale (St Mary’s), Joseph Duggan (St Oliver’s), Kealon Daly (Dungarvan), James Walsh (St. Patricks). Substitutes: Seamus Cronin (Ardmore), Rory Curran (Brickey Rangers), Michael Fogarty (St. Oliver’s), James Kiely (Dungarvan), Michael Kiely (Abbeyside), John Power (Dungarvan), Danny Reynolds (Abbeyside), Luke Ryan (Kilrossanty), James Walsh (Abbeyside).

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Under 161/2 Munster Hurling Championship KILLEAGH, Co. Cork was the venue last week where Dungarvan CBS took on Hamilton High School Bandon in the Munster under 16½ hurling championship. After a very competitive first half the scores were all square with a scoreline of Dungarvan CBS 2-3 to Bandon’s 0-9. Bandon scored the crucial goal 5 minutes into the second half and while Dungarvan CBS had many goal chances, they were unable to convert them due to

some bad luck. At the final whistle Bandon won the tie on a score line of Bandon 1-15 to Dungarvan CBS 2-6. DUNGARVAN CBS TRANSITION YEAR STUDENTS VISIT THE CORRIE LAKES OF THE COMERAGH MOUNTAINS As part of their module in hillwalking and navigation our students under the guidance of Mr. Ó Cionnfhaolaidh and Mr. Doran recently set off for

the Comeragh Mountains via Kilclooney wood just outside Mahon Bridge. After an excellent forest walk our students navigated over the Iske Sullas stream and onwards to Crotty’s lake where all had a pleasant lunch by the lakeshore. On the return leg of our journey we navigated onwards towards Lake Coumshingaun at a steady pace encountering some lovely waterfalls on the way. On arrival above Lake Coumshingaun the sight of

Dungarvan CBS Transition year students with Mr. O Cionnfhaolaidh and Mr. Doran at Lake Coumshingaun.

Getting ready for the walk outside Kilclooney Wood.

the sheer cliff faces against the shoreline was indeed a view to behold. Congratulations to all for making this trip to the Comeragh Mountains such a wonderful occasion. CBS WINTER LEAGUE The CBS Winter League started on Tuesday, 29th September, with 37 runners registering on the afternoon. This first outing was a trial run and allowed newcomers to become familiar with the routes. Students can participate in a 2.5 mile run or can opt for the shorter 1.5 mile route. The league is not all about winning or the fastest time but it is about improving your own personal time over the seven week league. It is co-ordinated by teachers Mr. Kennedy, Ms. Kirwan and Ms. Gleeson. The league takes place Tuesday after school and is a fantastic way for students to get fit. With so many enthusiastic athletes, from 1st to 5th year involved this year, it is sure to make an interesting league.

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NUACHT Ó SCOIL GHARBHÁIN

Scoil Gharbháin ag tréaslú le Mná Phortláirge

Páistí na Scoile ag ceiliúradh le Dawn de Paor agus le Múinteoir Siobhán Ní Mhuirithe.

Daltaí na Scoile ag tréastú le h-Imreoirí Peile an Chontae.

Dawn ag caint le páistí na scoile agus Carol ag féachaint go bródúil uirthi.

Naíonáin Bheaga agus Naíonáin Mhóra ag scrúdú an choirn.

CORN CAMÓGAÍOCHTA NA HÉIREANN, CORN PEILE NA HÉIREANN AGUS CORN CAMÓGAÍOCHTA AN CHONTAE Ócáid stairiúil a bhí ann le déanaí nuair a bhuaigh Foireann Camógaíochta agus Foireann Peile na mBan i bPortláirge Craobh na hÉireann araon, An dhá chorn sa Chontae sa bhliain chéanna. CORN CHAMÓGAÍOCHTA NA hÉIREANN Nach againn a bhí an céiliúradh le deanaí i Scoil Gharbháin. I dtosach tháinig Iar scoláire Dawn de Paor i dteannta Carol a máthair le Corn Camógaíochta na hÉireann. Ba mhór an onóir dúinn í bheidh linn go háirithe agus an méid cluichí imeartha aici ar son na scoile thar na blianta idir chamógaíocht agus peil. D’fhreagair sí ceisteanna na bpáistí mar gheall ar an traenáil agus na cluichí a d’imir sí ar son an chontae sar a d’’imir siad Craobh an hÉireann. Is iontach an cailín go deo tú Dawn táimíd thar a bheith bródúil asat. Bhí Charlie ana bhródúil as a cholceathar Dawn gan dabht. CORN PEILE NA HÉIREANN QUINN CUP IN SCOIL GHARBHÁIN B’iad Linda Wall an Chaptaen i dteannta le Katie Hannon, Michelle Ryan, Sinéad Ryan, Kate Mc Grath agus Nicola Fennell a thug cuairt ar an scoil. Bhí slí álainn ag na cailíní leis na páistí agus d’fhreagair siad ceisteanna na bpáistí. Geallaimse duit go raibh ana mheas acu ar na cailíní nuair a d’inis Katie dóibh nach raibh cead acu milseán, seacláid, bia

gasta,deochanna le bolgáin iontu a ól le linn traenála. Níor chan na cailíní Dungarvan My Home Town’ an babhta seo dúinn ach chanamar Seán ó Loinn dóibh siúd. Tá brat breá againn le h-ainmneacha na gcailíní sínithe leis. Ba dheas an rud go raibh gaolta ag na cailíní sa scoil Tadhg Ó Conchúir agus Aoibhe Ní Chonchúir gaolmhar le Katie Hannon agus Aoibhe agus Shay Ó Ciarubháin gaolmhar le Kate Mc Grath. Maith sibh a chailíní, caithfear na hócáidí stairiúla seo a chéiliúradh. CRAOBH CLUBANNA CAMÓGAÍOCHTA NA MUMHAN Guímíd gach rath ar Mhúinteoir Siobhán Ní Mhuirithe mar Chaptaen ar son foireann Chamógaíochta na Rinne i gCraobh Clubanna na Mumhan ar an Domhnach seo chugainn. Maith sibh táimíd ana mhórálach Captaen na fóirne a bheith ar fhoireann na scoile inár dteannta. SCOIL GHARBHÁIN CONGRATULATE THE WOMEN OF WATERFORD All-Ireland Camogie Title All-Ireland Ladies Football Title County Camogie Title History was created when our County Camogie team and our County Ladies Football team brought All-Ireland titles to the county in the same year. ALL-IRELAND CAMOGIE CUP We thoroughly enjoyed the celebrations in Scoil Gharbháin recently when Dawn de Paor visited the school with Carol her Mam and with the All-Ireland Camogie Cup. We were greatly honoured to have Dawn in our midst as she had spent many years play-

ing on behalf of the school between camogie and football. The children thoroughly enjoyed the visit and Dawn answered all their questions about the training regime on the trail to the All Ireland Final. Well done to you Dawn. Charlie in Rang 1 was especially proud of his cousin Dawn. THE QUINN CUP (ALL-IRELAND LADIES FOOTBALL CUP) IN SCOIL GHARBHÁIN We were delighted with a visit from Linda Wall the Captain, Katie Hannon, Michelle Ryan, Sinéad Ryan, Kate McGrath and Nicola Fennell recently. The children were eager for information from the players and the girls had a lovely way with the children. I can guarantee you that they viewed the girls with a new found respect when Katie explained that sweets, chocolate, fast foods and fizzy drinks were not on the diet when training for an All Ireland. We now have a lovely TG4 Waterford Flag which the girls have all signed. On this occasion the girls didn’t sing ‘Dungarvan My Home Town’ for us, but we sang ‘Seán Ó Loinn for them. Tadhg and Aoibhe Ó Conchúir were very proud of Katie and Aoibhe and Shay Ó Ciarubháin were very proud of Kate. Well done girls it’s so important to mark these historical occasions. MUNSTER CAMOGIE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP We wish Múinteoir Siobhán Ní Mhuirithe, Captain of An Rinn Camogie Team every success in the upcoming Munster Camogie Club Championships on Sunday next. Well done County Champions we are very proud to have the Captain on our staff.

Lúthchleasaithe ó Scoil Gharbháin a bhuaigh boinn san imeacht tras tíre.

SCHOOLS

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Showing Ms. Wall how proud we are of her.

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Waterford Intermediate Football Champions

Triumphant Ms. Wall and her team mates.

GREAT celebrations were had in St. Mary's School this week as we welcomed Ms Wall, the victorious captain and members of the Waterford Intermediate Football All-Ireland Champions. The assembly area was a sea of blue and white as we cheered on Ms. Wall with the Mary Quinn Memorial Cup. It was a proud day for both

pupils and staff. We extend huge congratulations to Ms.Wall and all her team. CELEBRATORY MASS We would like to invite you all to join us in the special celebration of our 25th Anniversary and the opening of our ASD Pre-School in St. Mary's Parish Church on Friday, 9th October, at 11.00 a.m.

Celebrating with the Mary Quinn Memorial Cup.

Members of the winning team singing Dungarvan My Hometown with Ms. McGrath.

OBITUARY

JACINTA CONDON (née Houlihan) Baile na nGall Mór, An Rinn, and formerly of Western Terrace, Dungarvan We write with profound sadness and deep regret on the unexpected passing on Sunday last of Jacinta Condon who was daughter of the late Seán and Birdie Houlihan. Aged 54 years, Jacinta hailed from a well known Dungarvan family and was wife of John Condon. We extend to her husband John; family Erin, Aoife and Kealan; grandchildren Seodhna and Ryan; her brothers Jim, Michael, Tony, Tom and Martin; sisters Helen, Breda, Mary and Therese; her motherin-law Mary Condon; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces and indeed all her other many relatives, our deepest and heartfelt sympathy on their unexpected loss, coming so soon after the passing of Jacinta’s nephew David Houlihan. Predeceased by her parents Seán and Birdie, her brother John and his wife Bernie and their son David and her father-in-law Davie Condon, Jacinta’s untimely passing has cast a great shadow over the entire area. Is cinnte go bhfuilimid go léir faoi scamall an bhrón le imeacht Jacinta ar shlí na fírinne. Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home where Rosary was led on Tuesday evening by an tAth. Conchubhair Ó Ceallaigh, S.P., Funeral Mass will be offered this Wednesday, October 7th, at 11.00 a.m. in Seipéal na Rinne, interment will follow afterwards in the New Cemetery, Ring. Suaimhneas síorraí tabhair di a Thiarna. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

NOREEN KIRBY-LYONS Byrneville, Dungarvan With profound sorrow we record the passing of Noreen KirbyLyons which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 30th September, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Saturday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

NUALA BOURKE Carriglea Cairde Services, Dungarvan, and Carrignahalla, Doon, Co. Limerick With sadness we record the passing of Nuala Bourke which sad event occurred on Sunday, 4th October, 2015. Funeral Mass took place on Monday in Carriglea Cairde Services Chapel. To her brother Sean Óg; sisters Sr. Carmel and Ann McGrath; nieces and nephews; her friends in Carriglea Cairde Services, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

KATHLEEN WILKINSON (nee O’Dwyer) Peterborough, England, and formerly Crossford, Ardmore With sadness and regret we record the passing of Kathleen Wilkinson which sad event occurred on 22nd September, 2015. Predeceased by her parents Jerry and Stella, sisters Joan and Geraldine. Deeply mourned by her loving husband Andrew (Alfie); daughter Megan; sisters Mary, Elaine and Tina; brother Michael; mother-in-law, father-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will take place in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore, on Saturday, 10th October, at 12 o’clock. Burial will take place afterwards in Grange Cemetery. Fresh flowers only please. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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MARY O’NEILL (nee Hayes) Kilcannon, Cappagh, and Barrack Street, Cappoquin It is with deep sadness and regret we record the passing of Mary O’Neill (nee Hayes), Kilcannon, Cappagh, and Barrack Street, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late John, which sad event occurred peacefully at University Hospital Waterford on 25th September, 2015. Mary was born in Dungarvan on the 8th of December, 1928, to Declan and Kate Hayes. Mary had five sisters (Margaret, Bridget, Kathleen, Nellie and Theresa) and one brother Ned. As with all people of that generation some extra money had to made, this could be picking and selling blackberries or chopping up wood and selling it to your neighbours. This part of the job was embarrassing and one of Mary's memories were that herself and brother Ned would argue when going up to the neighbours as to who should knock on the door, Ned would say it should be Mary because she was older than him and Mary would think it should be Ned as he was a man. Mary had a lot of memories and funny stories of her brother and sisters whom she loved and cared about dearly. Mary went on to have her own family, sons Deck, Michael and Owen and daughters Alice, Marion, Kathleen and Lena. Herself and husband John O’Neill lived and worked in England for some years before returning and setting up home in Kilcannon, Cappagh. Mary and John had to work hard and do tough physical outdoor jobs to provide for their family. No indoor computer jobs in those days. Mary welcomed and got on great with everyone both young and old. This made O'Neill's house a great place for a party and there was many a party there after the pub down through the years. Mary and John loved Set Dancing and danced in competition for many years. Mary's other hobbies included knitting, she was an excellent Aran knitter and she could knock up an Aran jumper for anyone who needed one in a few weeks or any colour cardigan that the kids needed to match an outfit. Mary enjoyed playing cards and spent quite a few years going to different card drives with friends Joe (RIP) and Cissie Power. She even won a major card competition and claimed the Queen of Hearts trophy. Mary enjoyed some great holidays and also spent some very happy nights going dancing in the Park House with life-long friends James and Eileen Doocey. Mary took great pride in her home and would have things spick and span before she even sat for her breakfast. Mary was a very neat and tidy person, she loved clothes and always made sure she had her hair done. Even when she was in hospital she worried about her hair and her bedsocks had to match her pyjamas. Mary was a very thoughtful person. You could always expect a phone call from her if you were sick or had a hospital appointment. Mary had a very large family that extended down to her great great grandchildren and she was able to communicate and took a great interest in each and everyone of them. She never forgot to send a birthday present and always had a Christmas present for everyone. She also sent at least 70 Christmas cards every year. Mary was a friend to everyone. Fifteen years ago Mary moved to Cappoquin and herself and James have enjoyed some great times together. They were there for each other and James always looked out for her especially over the last year when Mary wasn't well. We can't thank him enough for all he has done. We know he will miss her a lot. Mary also got on great with James' family and they too had some good times together. Mary was predeceased by her husband John in 1989 and her sisters Bridget and Theresa, all of whom she sorely missed. Also her son-inlaw Malachy in 2014. Mary and Malachy were great friends, she loved his sense of humour, she would have phoned him nearly every day while he was sick and Malachy would do anything for “Nana O'Neill.” As a family she meant everything to us. She was the best Mam, Nanna and Mother-in-law in the world and she will always be loved and remembered. Don't remember me with sadness, Don't remember me with tears, Remember all the laughter, We've had throughout the years. For I am with you every moment, Every hour of every day, Go in peace upon life's journey, For I am with you all the way. Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening by Rosary Committee member Joan Mason in the presence of Mary’s loving family, relatives and friends. On Sunday evening Rev. Fr. Pat Gear, P.P., recited funeral prayers before removal took place to Our Lady of Assumption Church, Modeligo. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P.; Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., a guard of honour was formed by Deckie’s Dart Club members in the presence of a large cortège of mourners. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by grand-daughters

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Karen Twohig and Caroline Foley. Prayers of the faithful were read by great-great-grandchildren Sophie McCarthy and Lisa-Marie O’Keeffe; grand-daughters Linda Foley and Catherine Hayes and daughters-in-law Bernie and Carmel O’Neill. A lovely selection of hymns were provided by family friend Dessie Norris. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Mary’s sisters Kathleen and Nellie. Following Communion a eulogy was delivered by son Michael. Following the Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Mary was laid to rest in the family grave in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Dessie Norris paid a lovely tribute by singing “Paper Roses” at the graveside and was joined by all present. May she rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Deck, Michael and Owen; daughters Marion, Kathleen, Lena and Alice; brother Ned Hayes; sisters Kathleen, Nellie and Margaret; daughtersin-law Nellie, Carmel and Bernie; sons-in-law Mike Foley and Martin O’Keeffe; partner and best friend James Doocey; grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month's Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 23rd October, 2015, in Our Lady of Assumption Church, Modeligo, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

GRAHAM (Faz) FARROW Cavendish House, South Mall, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Brackley, Northamptonshire, England With feelings of sadness and regret we record the passing of Graham (Faz) Farrow, Cavendish House, South Mall, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Brackley, Northamptonshire, England, loving son of the late Ralph, which sad event occurred peacefully on 29th September, 2015, in the presence of his loving family and in the tender and loving care of the Doctors, Nurses and staff at Marymount University Hospital Cork. Lying in repose at his home Cavendish House, South Mall, Lismore, on Wednesday evening where Rosary and funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. On Thursday morning Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival to St. Carthage’s Church a guard of honour was formed by students of Blackwater Community School from 5th Year and 6th Year. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., received and blessed his remains in the presence of a large cortege of mourners. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing Graham’s life were presented to the Altar by sister-in-law Anne Rice – Photo album; niece Sarah Meade – a Maths book; nephew Patrick Meade – an ice cream scoop; daughter Eve – her First Holy Communion candle; daughter Nan – a cork from a champagne bottle; niece Sally Farrow – a Chinese cookery book; Domhnall O’Hara – a Rugby Ball; these symbols were narrated by nephew Rob Farrow. Readings were recited by Graham’s brother Ray and sisterin-law Julie Kirwan. Prayers of the faithful were recited by nieces Emily Farrow, Caoimhe O’Hara and Maria Meade, nephews Eoin and Will Meade and sister-in-law Katheryn Farrow. During Mass Blackwater Community School Choir, Becky and Ellen McCloskey and organist Catherine Draper provided a lovely selection of music and hymns. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Graham’s mum Ella and mother-in-law Nan Meade. Following the final Commendation a fitting eulogy was delivered by Graham’s brother Ian. On leaving the Church a guard of honour was formed once again by Blackwater Community School students in the Churchyard and at St. Carthage’s Cemetery where burial took place. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Graham was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Helen (nee Meade); daughters Ruth, Maude, Nan and Eve; mother Ella Farrow; brothers Ray and Ian; mother-in-law Nan Meade (nee Fitzpatrick), Laois; brothers-in-law Martin, Michael, Billy, Noel, Eamonn Meade; sisters-in-law Katheryn, Alvina, Julie Kirwan, Ann Rice and Bernie O’Hara; aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, grand-nephew Leo; relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

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JUDY MANSFIELD (nee Beresford) Crobally, Old Parish, and formerly of Glendine House, Dungarvan We are deeply saddened to record the tragic passing of Judy Mansfield (nee Beresford), Crobally, Old Parish, formerly Glendine House, Dungarvan, on Saturday, 12th September, 2015, aged 60. Wife of David Mansfield and predeceased by her daughters Sarah (aged 4, in 1983) and Charlotte (aged 32 in January, 2015) Judy was a loving and devoted mother to her five children. Judy grew up the second youngest in a family of ten children born to Nicholas and Maureen Beresford, Glendine House, Dungarvan. Her parents instilled in her a strong sense of personal responsibility, a love of nature and ingenuity of making and doing. Keeping bees, fishing, growing flowers, selling their produces and keeping a guest house, life at Glendine was disciplined and time was never wasted. Her upbringing could well be deemed to have been “ahead of its time” in that her parents’ self sufficiency and entrepreneurial spirit was akin to the modern day sustainability movement. Judy had a great love of growing her own produce and supporting the local farmers’ market. Her love of growing, keeping and caring for animals and interest in homestead crafts never waned and she passed her love of this onto her children and grandnephews. As a young girl she was a pupil of Garranbane N.S., a walk away from Glendine, her anecdotes often recounting the many times she took advantage of its proximity, by leaving school, and heading home, when nobody was watching. From a young age, her lively spirit and vibrancy never allowed room for too much conformity. She attended the Presentation Convent, Dungarvan, for her secondary education. Her working life began in Haddens (Shaws) followed by a Summer in the offices of Waterford Foods, Dungarvan.Testament to her radiant, youthful beauty were the numbers of young male Creamery employees who conveniently took their lunch breaks at the same time as her, each day. She was possessed of a unique self assurance, a beautiful presence and accepting of all with whom she came in contact. Her sense of style, dignity, human empathy and her great sense of humour and fun, were well known and recounted with great affection in the days following her passing. In October 1978, at the age of 23, Judy married David Mansfield in Garranbane Church, David often recounting throughout their married lives of how he could not believe his luck at the start of their courtship.Their love and chemistry shone through their marriage and Judy’s great spirit was most evident when they socialised together. Judy and David loved to head to concerts, plays and all social events. Their first home was on the grounds of Lismore Castle with David taking up the position of herdsman. Subsequently, they moved to the Mansfield family farm in Crobally. Together Judy and David were blessed with five beautiful children, tragically losing their first daughter Sarah, at the age of four, in 1983. Judy was a dedicated mother, sister and daughter, investing time and love in her children and family. She gathered a rabble of children around her, bringing them to a range of extra-curricular activities such as Athletics, Speech and Drama, Dancing, Music, Football and Hurling, and weeks on the beach at swimming lessons in Ardmore and full days spent exploring at Glen Cairn and her own local beach, Clonea Strand with a car-full of children. She also worked in the kitchens of Seanchai, Kodak in Youghal and as a Ban a ti at Colaiste na Rinne with the young pupils. Her love of children and their energy was constant; she encouraged their expression of life and spirit, to feel that anything was achievable. Rules and authority were there to be challenged and a world to be changed for the better. Judy spent some years looking after her grandnephews, Conor, Ronan and Tadgh Foley, and as they grew up into fine young boys they gave her great joy and she shared many happy times with them. Judy integrated herself into the life of the community in Old Parish spending time on many community organising committees, a member of the ICA, Coiste Foirbithe, Community Games and contributing to the life of the parish. Over her lifetime she accumulated great friendships which she fostered from all areas of her life, and had a deep appreciation and love for the human condition. Judy was very creatively gifted and her paintings, drawings and sculptures remain precious possessions for her family. She grew the most beautiful flowers, restored furniture, made clothes and children’s teddy bears. She expressed her energy through moving her body, too, through rowing, deep sea-angling, squash, swimming and most recently yoga. Her thirst for knowledge and learning was life-long and she undertook many Adult Education Courses at Dungarvan VEC including Furniture Restoration, Carpentry, Computing and numerous Art Courses in which she received distinctions. Her ambition was to study at Crawford College of Art before her health failed her in 2012. When her youngest daughter Charlotte was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014 Judy’s every piece of attention and focus went into supporting Charlotte in her battle for survival, recognising from the start the gravity of the diagnosis. Amongst the hospital appointments and recovery from chemotherapy they spent days together on the beach swimming every day up until October. Tripping around

OBITUARY Ireland with Charlotte, caring and loving her always, giving her great strength, hope, courage and nourishing love right up until the very end. It is of some consolation that they had that special time together, secure and awake to their strong bond of love. The true hardship hit when Charlotte was given a terminal diagnosis in November 2014, but with great pride Judy was to be Mother of the Bride as Charlotte courageously married at WRH in December 2014. Following a Christmas and New Year spent at home, where Judy cared for her Charlotte subsequently lost her battle in January of this year. Judy kept going as best she could under her burden, travelling to London to spend time with her daughter Maureen, where she thoroughly enjoyed all the culture on offer and found great joy in cycling around the nature and green parks and along canals, as well as taking many trips to the theatre and exploring gardens. She travelled to Switzerland to spend time with her great friends Elizabeth, Edmund and Agnes learning about trees and bees, and spent her 60th birthday at the highest point of the Alps, the Matterhorn on 22nd of April this year. She also spent days out with friends in Ireland visiting country house gardens, attending events and enjoying what life had to offer, all the while overshadowed by her great loss. That Judy touched so many lives was evident from the outpouring of support from the community and the huge attendance at her funeral. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten. May she rest in peace. Reposing at her family home on Monday, 14th September, and at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, 15th September, prayers were recited by Fr. C. Kelly, P.P. Removal and burial took place the follow-

TERENCE (Terry) KENNY (1971–2015) Carrigaline, Cork, and Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford It is with a heavy heart that we record the passing of Terence (Terry) Kenny of Carrigaline, Cork, and Ballyduff Upper, Co.Waterford, aged just 44. Terry passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Marymount Hospital, Cork, on the morning of 5th September, 2015. Terry, son of John and Mary (nee Kenneally), arrived mostly kicking, according to my mother in February 1971, as the seventh member of a family that would eventually grow to eleven children (five brothers and six sisters) in Ballinlovane, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford. We have many fond memories of Terry growing up, from climbing and swinging from the now long gone laurel trees in the back garden when we were very young, to the many, many epic soccer games in the front yard at home. Summers where that irrepressible quick wit of his, together with his hard working nature were honed, Summers filled with laughter and high jinxs such as time trials on high nellies racing from home to the glen road emulating the tour of France exploits of Kelly and Roche, the heroes of the time, to running down Cashin’s hill as fast as you could after counting the sheep, to hurling training with Ballyduff after a busy day’s building the pit at silage. Asked just days before he passed if he had ever made it to Tallow horse fair, he replied with that usual quick retort of his that he never made it, as sure we would have always been at straw bales this time of year. Indeed we have many great memories of days drawing bales, days when although exhausted after a long day’s work, the decision of whether to unload the last load of bales that night was often based on what decade of the Rosary Granny was on … timing was everything you see … too early you would catch the whole momentous affair, which with trimmings was quite something and could run to a good hour, too late in the liturgy or if Granny was already finished the Rosary, you would be snookered as she would quite happily start again right at the beginning for you, timing was everything! Terry was a very intelligent man and truly excelled at school, first in Ballyduff (1975–1983) and St. Coleman’s College, Fermoy, Co. Cork (1983–1988), before going on to graduate with a first class honours degree in Business Studies from the University of Limerick (1988–1992) gaining several President’s awards from that University on the way. He continued his studies by qualifying as a Chartered accountant, once again distinguishing himself by being placed in the top ten and top three in Ireland in his final two sets of exams. After qualifying as an Accountant with KPMG,Terry worked for many years in Musgraves in Cork where he carried out a number of roles and was very highly regarded. Musgraves repaid his loyalty of service in full and generously supported him throughout his illness. A keen sports fan, Terry followed sports across all codes, hurling and Waterford were his first love and as a keen Waterford hurling fan he got such enjoyment out of Waterford’s great run this year. It was a constant source of banter for him with the Cork lads, it was somewhat fitting, he was still proudly wearing his Waterford jersey when he passed away. He was a keen rugby fan and followed Munster and Ireland devoutly. It is a great pity he didn’t get to see this Rugby World Cup as he would have loved every minute of it. He was also a lifelong Liverpool supporter and I am sure if he has any influence up above he will be touting for the miracle they now need to turn around their season. He was also one of the few to keep up the family tradition of greyhound racing and enjoyed owning and racing several greyhounds

55 ing morning to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Old Parish, where her remains were received and blessed on arrival and Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. C. Kelly, P.P. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Symbols representing Judy’s interests in life were brought to the Altar by family and friends (a toy, a statue of a cat, a paint brush, a pebble from the beach, an owl brooch, garden flowers in a tea cup, and a statue of an angel). Readings and prayers were recited by nieces, sister-in-law and sister. Brid Nielsen gave a moving rendition of ‘If It Be Your Will’ by Leonard Cohen, a poem was read by her daughter Maureen, followed by a eulogy shared between her three children Morgan, Walter and Maureen. Refreshments were provided and served members of the constantly supportive community, following the burial at Halla Naomh Collmain, much to the gratitude of the family. Chief mourners were David Mansfield (husband); Maureen (daughter); Walter and Morgan (sons) and Patrick Walsh (son-in-law); Catherine King (Wales), Charlotte Arton (Preston) (sisters); Henry, Tom, Winston and William Beresford (brothers); Moira, Pauline, Hilary, Helen (sisters-in-law) and Brian King and Ken Arton (brothers-in-law); nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and many friends. Judy’s Months’ Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 10th October, at 10.30 a.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Old Parish. Ar dheis Dé go raibh si. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

We will remember her best when we walk the beach and swim in the sea. She will be with us every bit of the way. with his friends in the great LimWatCor syndicate. Terry loved to travel and he went on some amazing trips to far flung places such as Cambodia, Laos,Vietnam and road trips across the US. The year he spent in Australia stands out as a particular highlight in his travels and is still even now a seemingly endless source of stories of deeds and misdeeds from the many lifelong friendships forged on that trip. Indeed it has been a great source of solace for his family hearing good natured tales from so many of his good friends who shared these many adventures with him, tales from wrong turns causing massive detours in 38 degrees heat on an cycle across the Czech Republic, to falling asleep at the Opera in Vienna, to living it up in Monte Carlo, to all night parties in New York. It was on one of his jaunts abroad that he met his wife Paula (nee McKeown). In Paula, Terry met the love of his life, his rock, his soulmate! They were married in 2004 in Paula’s beautiful home town of Ayr in Scotland amongst many friends and family which made it a truly momentous occasion. They were, however, only married five months with Paula and Terry just settling together into their new home in Cork when Terry was diagnosed with a brain tumour after suddenly collapsing at work one day. It was, to put it mildly, a disastrous start to their new life, but together from that day forward they tackled everything that was thrown at them with amazing courage, determination and positivity. Together they confounded Doctors by bouncing back against the odds so many times. There was always a plan with team Kenny, there was always that fighting spirit.They truly understood the precious nature of time and they managed to fit in so much and so many wonderful memories into the time they had together. Terry was a doting dad, and was heartbroken to be leaving behind his beautiful, bright young children Emma, Luke and Ciara, who he loved so much and of whom he was so proud. He fought so bravely against all odds until the very, very end to keep going for their sakes. His children and his wife Paula were truly Terry’s whole world! And they now have a very special Guardian Angel to look out for them! Indeed, over the course of the funeral we kept coming back to one prayer that now seems particularly apt as Terry now looks out for them and all his family … Angel of God, My guardian dear To Whom His love, Commits me here Ever this day, Be at my side To light and guard To rule and guide. Amen. Following a beautiful ceremony filled with stories, singing and symbols celebrating a life well lived Terry was laid to rest in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff, having been shouldered past his home in Ballinlovane all the way to cemetery by his brothers, family and many, many great friends from all stages of life and work who were honoured to be part of Terry’s last journey. Terry’s work colleagues from Musgraves paid a lovely tribute to Terry by forming a guard of honour in Ballyduff Village and continued to line the route all the way to the cemetery. May you rest in peace Terence! Terry’s Months Mind Mass will take place on Friday, 16th October, in St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff, at 7:30 p.m. The Kenny and McKeown families would like to thank the overwhelming numbers of people who attended the ceremonies and offered their sympathies. It was truly a great testament to the esteem in which Terry was held and of great consolation to the family. The families would also like to thank all the friends, family and community who helped out in every way imaginable over this difficult time. Thank you to all the members of the Clergy who officiated at all the beautiful ceremonies. A special thank you to our extended family at Marymount Hospital Cork who took such good care of Terry in his final months. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … IFA accuses Minister Coveney of attempting to water down second phase of GLAS

Waterford Breeders’ Ram Sale 2015 Champions – Overall Champion 2015: Mrs. Nora Whelan, The Nire. Judge P.J. McGinn presenting the 2015 cup to Brian Whelan. Pictured (l. to r.): Liam Whelan, David O’Grady, Brian Whelan, P.J. McGinn (Judge), Mattie Fahey and Shane Whelan. [Will Cusack Photography]

Waterford Breeders’ Ram Sale 2015 Champions – Reserve Champion John Hennebry, Rathgormack. Pictured (l. to r.): Declan Hennebry, Kevin Hennebry, John Hennebry and (Judge) P. J. McGinn. [Will Cusack Photography]

Waterford Breeders’ Ram Sale 2015 Champions – 3rd Overall Tom Walsh, Glendalligan, Kilrossanty.

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IFA President Eddie Downey has accused the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney of attempting to water down GLAS by excluding many farmers from the second phase of the scheme, as well as taking out some key measures and reducing the impact of others. Eddie Downey said, “While the opening of the scheme in early October is to be welcomed, making the scheme available to an additional 10,000 applicants only is a major disappointment and will lead to the exclusion of many farmers from the scheme. Minister Coveney must revisit this and allow 20,000 farmers in the next phase”. In the 2014-2020 Rural Development Programme, 50,000 farmers were expected to join GLAS. With nearly 27,000 having already joined the scheme, this means that a further 23,000 places should be made available. Also, €1.4bn is available in the RDP over the lifetime of the programme. At a recent meeting with the Department of Agriculture, IFA rejected many of the proposed changes and is now calling on Minister Coveney to intervene. IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy said, “Many farmers who planned to enter the scheme digitised out parcels for specific measures so they could join later this year. Before the scheme is launched within the next two weeks, IFA is demanding a reversal to these changes. It is clear if the Minister persists with this number, then the scheme will only take in Tier 1 farmers, to the exclusion of both Tier 2 and Tier 3 farmers”. Flor McCarthy said that on the proposed changes to the scheme, removing some measures such as hedge planting and orchards will narrow the options for many farmers. Also limiting the low-input permanent pasture and traditional hay meadows to 5ha each will mean some farmers will get less money from the scheme.The flexibilities in the Bird areas will be of help to many farmers and allow practical farming to take place. Young farmers who set up in 2015 who were excluded earlier this year from applying must not be denied entry. On commonages, IFA Hill Chairman Pat Dunne said the decision to extend the date for the completion of Commonage Plans is sensible and will not hold up payments due in these areas for those who have already joined later this year. The CMP at this stage requires a willingness to take part with a planner assigned which will allow commonage farmers to join the next phase of the scheme.

Excessive building material costs must be explained

Waterford Breeders’ Ram Sale 2015 Champions – Under pressure!! The tension is showing on the faces during the final judging [Will Cusack Photography] of the 2015 Co. Waterford Sheepbreeders’ Ram Sale held in Dungarvan Marts on Friday, 25th September.

IFA’s Inputs Project Team Chairman James McCarthy has challenged building materials’ suppliers to explain the excessive price differential, which is costing farmers thousands of euros each year and impacting on farm incomes. Commenting on the results of IFA’s building materials price survey he said, “Nationally, the average price for concrete per cubic metre is €69, however this dis-

guises the fact that farmers in counties including Kerry pay 33% more for concrete, with farmers in Donegal, Mayo, Leitrim, Waterford and Cork all paying above the average. The IFA building materials survey also reveals a 38% price differential in 4 inch trunking stone, with farmers in Mayo and Westmeath being charged €8.55 per tonne, while farmers in Kerry are being charged €11.00 per tonne. James McCarthy has called on farmers to continue to challenge their building materials suppliers to explain the excessive prices and to ensure competitively priced building materials are offered.

Broadband allocation a welcome first step towards addressing digital divide IFA PRESIDENT Eddie Downey has welcomed the Government’s announcement of a €275 million allocation for the National Broadband Plan.With additional agreed EU support of €75m, this represents a significant commitment. He said "The initial stimulus of €275 million is a positive step towards delivering high-speed broadband to rural dwellers and the farming community, as set out in the National Broadband Plan.” However, he said it is very likely that much more funding will be required to deliver fibre broadband to every home and business in rural Ireland. The delivery of the national broadband scheme is an essential infrastructural project and will greatly assist economic recovery in rural areas by enabling 440,000 households and 70,000 businesses to compete on a level playing pitch with their urban and European counterparts. IFA believes a fibre broadband network for rural Ireland is necessary. Fibre will ensure the service is accessible to all and it will deliver a high quality solution. The IFA President said a swift roll-out plan is necessary and there must be accountability to ensure that milestones are met and that any solution is future-proofed to ensure that rural-digital divide becomes non-existent. “Rural Ireland expects this project to be fully delivered by 2020 and adequate Government funding to ensure this happens most be provided within this timeframe”, the IFA President concluded.

IFA gets confirmation of BVD support payments IFA Animal Heath Chairman Bert Stewart has welcomed the Department of Agriculture’s deployment of additional staff to process BVD support payments for 2014. The Department has confirmed to IFA that BVD payments will now be issued over the coming weeks to all eligible herdowners. IFA has also secured higher additional payments for farmers who lost large numbers of calves as PIs and this additional payment will automatically issue with the basic payment to all herdowners meeting the criteria. Bert Stewart said farmers have incurred huge costs in the BVD Eradication Programme, with those having to dispose of PIs taking on a disproportionate and unfair cost burden.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

READER’S QUERIES Question: My stocking rate has increased since this time last year. I am not sure if I will exceed the permitted organic Nitrogen limit of 170kg per hectare. I have spoken to a neighbour who has a more extensive stocking rate and he told me if I am stuck that he will take some slurry after the 15th of January, 2016. Therefore, if I find I have exceeded the limit at the end of the year will exporting to my neighbour in January keep me under the 170 for 2015? Can you please advise? Answer: No, certainly not. All exports must take place in the respective calendar year. Exporting slurry over to your neighbour in January will only count for Nitrates credit in 2016. If the slurry is being landspread it must be exported before the 15th of October. You should really contact your adviser at your earliest convenience to discuss this as the clock is ticking. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The closing date for spreading of slurry under the Nitrates Directive is Wednesday, October 14th, 2015. All movements of slurry for import/export must be made before this time.

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Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 28/9/’15 Grange, Waterford Milk Kg/Day 18.50 Fat % 4.50 Protein % 4.04 1.58 Milk Solids/Day Kg 2.00 Meal Kg/cow/day Average Farm Cover 976 Cover per Cow 398 Pre Grazing Yield KG DM 2100 Demand KG DM HA 42 Growth KG DM HA 48

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 17.4 5.17 4.24 1.64 1 1159 502 2600 40 62

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Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny

• Closed first paddock on Monday 5th for next spring. • Cover per Cow is on target, with growth rates still good. • SCC 136,000

• Starting to close paddocks this week to build grass for next spring • Need to graze 1.5ha/day to get 70% closed by 5th November • Vaccinating weanling heifers for Salmonella

Dungarvan Mart Report Monday, 5th October, 2015 Waterford local Milking for Quality Award Winners – Henry Corbally, Glanbia Chairman and Finola McCoy of CellCheck with Milking for Quality award recipients from Waterford, Eamon Beresford, Padraig Fleming, Michael Kent and Pat Coady, Glanbia Milk Quality Manager.

Minister presents Glanbia suppliers with CellCheck Milking for Quality Awards MINISTER for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Simon Coveney joined Finola McCoy (CellCheck Programme Manager) and Henry Corbally (Glanbia Group Chairman) at the National Ploughing Championships to congratulate a number of the 2014 CellCheck Milking for Quality Award winners. Glanbia Ingredients Ireland is pleased to be part of this annual award which is given to the 500 milk suppliers nationally with the lowest, weighted annual average Somatic Cell Count

(SCC) for 2014, based on data collated by the Department of Agriculture and analysed by ICBF. The range of weighted annual average SCC of this year’s winners was 37,000-97,000 cells/ml. Those presented with their award were the regional winners – having the lowest 2014 within each of the Glanbia regions. Minister Coveney spoke about the benefits for Irish dairy farmers that come from being able to provide guarantees ‘of quality, safety, transparency and traceability in terms of how we pro-

duce our product’. This is the second year of these industry awards which recognise the 500 farmers across Ireland with the lowest SCC levels. SCC is an indicator is udder health – so these farmers have the healthiest herds in Ireland from a mastitis point of view. A number of farmers interviewed during the presentations discussed what they do on a day-to-day basis to keep SCC levels consistently low – key practices noted were teat dipping, milk recording and attention to detail.

SAMPLE PRICES COWS 1 Her. 790 kgs. made €1,310. 1 Her. 660 kgs. made €1,145. 1 Fr. 750 kgs. made €1,070. BULLOCK SECTION 5 Lim. 605 kgs. made €1,405 each. 5 Lim. 648 kgs. made €1,385 each. 6 Lim. 585 kgs. made €1,330 each. 6 Her. 444 kgs. made €925 each. 9 Her. 402 kgs. made €910 each. 5 Char. 529 kgs. made €1,165 each. HEIFER SECTION 1 Fr. 770 kgs. made €1,350. 2 Char. 593 kgs. made €1,140 each. 1 Bel. Blue 520 kgs. made €1,025. 7 A.A. 421 kgs. made €855 each. Special Entries for Monday next, 12th October – (1) 14 Suckler Cows, mostly young with quality Charolais bull and heifer calves at foot, selling

at 2.30 p.m approx. for a local producer. (2) 1 Pedigree Limousin Bull, 18 months old, for a local producer. Next Weanling Sale will be held on Thursday, 15th October, 2015. Sale will include special entries of 30 Quality Friesian “Bucket Fed” Bullocks, all vaccinated and dosed. Also 22 “Bucket Fed” Hereford, Aberdeen Angus and Friesian Bullocks, from local producers. SAMPLE PRICES FROM WEANLING SALE HELD ON THURSDAY LAST, 1st OCTOBER, 2015 BULLOCKS 3 Charolais 486 kgs. made €1,125 each. 4 Charolais 496 kgs. made €1,105 each. 3 Charolais 465 kgs. made €1,115 each. HEIFERS 1 Char. 410 kgs. made €905. 1 Lim. 340 kgs. made €870. 1 Char. 335 kgs. made €830.

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Teagasc DAIRYING Autumn grassland management Moorepark research has shown the financial advantages of an extra day’s grazing in Autumn and Spring. The last rotation aims to maximise the benefit of both these situations. The plan (60:40) is relatively simple: • start the last rotation by October 10th; • have 60% of the farm grazed 20-25 days later (October 30th-November 5th); • extend the last 40% as ground conditions allow; and, • do not re-graze paddocks that you have closed. Every day delay in closing after October 15th reduces Spring grass supply by 15kg of dry matter per hectare next spring. Heifers From early October there are about 200 days until breeding (late April). Target Holstein Friesian (HF) weight for October is 220kg. In order for these animals to reach the target breeding weight (330kg) they must gain 0.55kg/day between now and breeding. This leaves no time for a store period. What if some of your heifers weigh only 180kg? Then these must gain 0.7kg/day until breeding. These animals require preferential treatment. What can you do now? Weigh your heifers – this is an extra job, but a worthwhile one. If you do not have a scales, contact the ICBF, which offers a weighing service. Look at the weights of your heifers. How many are on target? How many need additional feeding? It may be better to separate them now for preferential feeding at grass. Leaving corrective action until they are indoors can be too late, especially where weanling facilities are inadequate. Decide on how much meal is needed. Weanlings of 200kg will eat about 2.3% of their bodyweight, which is about 4.5kg of grass dry matter per day. Where there is adequate grass, no meals are required. However, where grass is scarce, then 1 -2kg of meal must be fed. Spring – the earlier heifers get out to adequate grass the more gain they will achieve pre breeding. Close heifer ground as you would dairy ground (60:40 rule). Aim to have yearlings at grass in mid-March. The CellCheck Top Five Tips The most effective way of controlling mastitis is doing small things, and doing them well. It is attention to detail rather than a silver bullet that yields results. While there are many practices that contribute to lowering the risk of mastitis in a herd, the following CellCheck Top 5 are the practices that make the biggest difference for most farmers. 1. Glove up: ensure that all milkers wear clean gloves at every milking. Do it for the rest of this year and review your SCC figures – you won’t believe the difference to SCC and your hands. And don’t worry, no matter how big your hands are, there are gloves available to fit you. 2. Teat disinfection: completely cover every teat, of every cow, after every milking. It’s the most effective way of preventing new infections and reducing SCC. 3. Milk Record: by recording your cows monthly you can see clearly and quickly what’s happening within your herd. Which are the problem cows? Which are the top performers? Use the CellCheck Farm Summary Report to see the areas of excellence, and the areas that need attention.

4. Change liners: liners should be changed after 2,000 milkings or six months, whichever comes first. Aged liners can cause slow and incomplete milking, and increase the risk of teat end damage and mastitis. If your herd size has been increasing, perhaps your liners are doing more milkings than you realised? 5. Regular machine checks: using simple and quick daily, weekly and monthly checks will keep your machine problem free, and provide an early warning if anything is amiss. Managing high SCC in late lactation High SCC cows should firstly be identified through an individual milk recording, milked last to minimise disease spread and strategically treated to cure infection. Late lactation is a perfect time to review what you want to do with these cows for their next lactation, and make decisions in preparation for drying off. Firstly, do a milk recording in late lactation to: • identify cows with high SCC that need to be targeted with dry cow treatment (DCT). Consider drying these cows off early, to give them the best chance of curing and to reduce the impact on your bulk tank SCC; • develop a culling list of cows which have had recurring high SCC and mastitis problems and are unlikely to cure – consider culling cows that have had high SCC for two consecutive lactations; and, • segregate high SCC cows. If it is not possible to run them as a separate herd, hold them back and milk them last.This will prevent them infecting other cows. Do not use antibiotic DCT on cows which you are going to cull immediately. If you treat cows and subsequently decide to cull them, check meat withholding period before sending to the factory. For more information, see the CellCheck Farm Guidelines for Mastitis Control. Reminders Lameness - foot bath your cows early this month and again towards the end of October to harden hooves and eliminate Mortellaro before housing begins. Lactose – must be above 4.2%, watch cow nutrition and overall yield up to drying off. Reseeds – don’t forget post emergence spray for seedling docks/chickweed, best time is fiveto-eight weeks after sowing to protect clover. Ideally dry off cows in the desired body condition score (BCS) for calving (3.0-3.5). Allow a 12-14 week dry period for heifers, second calvers and thin cows, and eight weeks for other animals. Scanning - record results onto ICBF database. IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc Glanbia Dairy Monitor Farm Walks A Teagasc Glanbia Dairy Monitor Farm Walk will take place on the farm of Conor Beausang, Grange, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford on Friday, October 9th at 11.00 a.m. The topics which will be discussed by Teagasc advisers and specialists are; planning a resilient dairy system; managing cash flow in 2015 and 2016 and managing the cow from now until next Spring. The data from this farm is featured on the Teagasc Monitor Farm Focus on this paper each week. This is an opportunity to come and see the farm for yourself and to learn from their experience. All are welcome.

Pictured (l. to r.): Thomas O'Keeffe (Kinsalebeg), Aoife Walsh (Dungarvan), Tom O'Donoghue (Cappoquin), Mairead Scanlan (Dungarvan), Darren Walsh (Kilmacthomas).

Dungarvan Macra na Feirme By Gráinne Murphy THIS week was a very busy week for Dungarvan Macra! On Friday, three of our fine officers (Aoife, Mairéad and Gráinne) started on an adventure to Athlone, Co. Westmeath, for Club Officer Training. The Sheraton Hotel in Athlone was the venue on Saturday morning for this marathon one day learning extravaganza, where we all gained a wealth of tips and tricks from the other officers from around the country, and also from the fantastic Training and Development Officers. After our learning marathon, we attended the Club Officer Banquet where, despite some dubious musical choices on the part of the DJ, a great time was had by all. Bright eyed and bushy tailed (especially in the case of Gráinne’s hair!!), we attended the farewell breakfast on Sunday and then we split up. While Gráinne rushed back to Dungarvan to support the

Dungarvan Comhaltas October ceili, Aoife and Mairead went on another adventure, this time to Tayto Park, with other members from Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Kinsalebeg and Kilmacthomas Macra. The group enthusiastically sampled all that was on offer at the park, whether it be zip lining, the animal area, the “Vortex Tunnel”, and indeed the star attraction, the Cú Chulainn Coaster, which some members sampled as many as three times! A great day was had by all, and I am sure that this will lead to many more adventures to different attractions around the country! Our next club meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday evening at 8:30 p.m. sharp, in the Tudor House, Dungarvan. New members welcome as always, and of course all of our “old” members are welcome back! We would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Tudor House for providing us with a space to host our meetings!

UPCOMING COMPETITIONS / EVENTS Public Speaking and Impromptu Public Speaking competitions – County Round– October 9th – Venue and time TBD (Please see Dungarvan Macra for details later this week, or come along to the meeting!) Cappoquin Macra Night Out to the Nightmare Realm in Cork – October 10th – Further Details please contact the Dungarvan Macra Facebook. Bowling Competition – County Round – October 15th – Activate, Waterford City, time TBD. If you are interested in joining Dungarvan Macra, or you just would like more information about the range of activities and sports, performing arts and public speaking competitions offered by Macra, please check out www.macra.ie and the Dungarvan Macra Facebook page.

Pictured (l. to r.): Gráinne Murphy (PRO), Aoife Walsh (Chairperson), Mairead Scanlan (Secretary).

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Waterford farmers encounter ‘stressed cows’ at Ploughing Championships Liam McCarthy Cup pays DeLaval a visit as Waterford man scoops prize

ROBOTIC milking giant, DeLaval piqued the interest of Waterford farmers at the recent National Ploughing Championships when it introduced visitors to cutting edge technology which can instantly show if their livestock are stressed. Showcasing its unique ‘Herd Navigator™’ product, the company provided the public with revolutionary insights into how science, research and technology is transforming dairying and giving the farmer a superior financial yield on each cow in his/her herd. ‘Herd Navigator™’ is designed to provide producers with an enhanced overview of their entire herd whilst offering specific valuable information on individual cows. It allows Irish milk producers to identify significantly more cows in heat than can be seen with current heat detection aids - such as activity meters - or visual checks to spot mastitis before it affects the milk. Milk producers will also be made aware of cows affected by different metabolic disorders before actual symptoms are visible to the naked eye. “Herd Navigator™ does this by automatically measuring different components in the milk while the cow is being milked. This is undoubtedly the management tool of the future, it takes so much pressure off the farmer and delivers accurate results which will increase the financial yield from each cow by around €267 per cow per year.

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Ipad winner, David Power from Dunhill, Co. Waterford with Kieran FitzGerald from DeLaval Herd Navigator works as an add-on to DeLaval’s successful robotic milking system, the Voluntary Milking System or VMS,” said Kieran FitzGerald, VMS Solutions Manager, Britain and Ireland. Early warnings alert the milk producer to the appropriate quick action needed for individual cows, for reproduction, udder health and nutrition. Proactive action will also improve animal welfare and food safety. Herd Navigator™ focus areas include reproduction, udder health and feeding.

Using sophisticated biomodelling, analytical results are presented on the farmer’s computer in a clear form that makes it easy to spot animals which need special attention including: • Cows in heat, pregnant cows and cows with reproduction disorders or abortions • Cows that are developing mastitis, days before clinical signs can be seen • Early detection of ketosis cases or imbalance in feed ration The new system will give the milk producer a better overview of the whole herd

while providing valuable information on individual cows. Over the course of the National Ploughing Championships, DeLaval distributed thousands of miniature squeezable stress cows to members of the public. Each bore with a unique ‘QR’ code relating to all the parameters that Herd Navigator™ detects in actual cows on farm. Those who received a “stressed cow” visited the DeLaval stand, asked to find out why their cow was stressed and just like Herd Navigator™, they were

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e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie | telephone 058 41205 The very popular Bottle Brothers who will be preforming at the Fund Raising Night for Sesame Special Needs Pre School in The Park Hotel on October 16th.

Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan Sicario 4K Resolution opens Thursday, 8th October IN the lawless border area stretching between the U.S. and Mexico, an idealistic FBI agent [Emily Blunt] is enlisted by an elite Government task force official [Josh Brolin] to aid in the escalating war against drugs. Led

by an enigmatic consultant with a questionable past [Benicio Del Toro], the team sets out on a clandestine journey forcing Kate to question everything that she believes in order to survive.

Pan Saturday 10th & Sunday, 11th October LIVING a bleak existence at a London orphanage, 12-year-old Peter (Levi Miller) finds himself whisked away to the fantastical world of Neverland. Adventure awaits as he meets new friend James Hook (Garrett Hedlund) and the warrior Tiger Lily (Rooney

Mara). They must band together to save Neverland from the ruthless pirate Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman). Along the way, the rebellious and mischievous boy discovers his true destiny, becoming the hero forever known as Peter Pan.

Suffragette Opens Monday, 12th October

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A DRAMA that tracks the story of the foot soldiers of the early feminist movement, women who were forced underground to pursue a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an increasingly brutal State. These women were not primarily from the genteel educated classes, they were working women who had seen peaceful protest achieve noth-

ing. Radicalised and turning to violence as the only route to change, they were willing to lose everything in their fight for equality their jobs, their homes, their children and their lives. Maud was one such foot soldier. The story of her fight for dignity is as gripping and visceral as any thriller, it is also heartbreaking and inspirational.

The Importance of Being Earnest October 8th

October 11 17 Aries March 20th April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

ACROSS 1 A musical composition designed to display the performer s touch and technique (7) 5 Michael _ , actor born Michael David Prince (5) 8 _ appétit, phrase wishing someone an enjoyable meal (3) 9 Destroy any chance of success in (3,4,2) 10 Area from which Geordies come (8) 11 Declare openly (4) 13 Diane _ , in 1987 the first black woman MP (6) 15 A revolving structure carrying a gun (6) 17 Generally known name of the statue in Piccadilly Circus (4) 18 _ Bankhead, American stage and screen actress (8) 21 See 4 22 The cry of a corvid (3) 24 Market town and former port in Cambridgeshire (5) 25 Anthony _ _ , 17th-century Flemish painter (3,4) DOWN 1 American word for a restaurant bill (3) 2 A member of the team of clergy attached to a cathedral (5) 3 Apt (8) 4 21 Story, written in 1886, that introduced Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson (1,5,2,7) 5 A make of antibacterial mouthwash (4) 6 Town in Hampshire on the River Anton (7) 7 Anagram of MATCHWOOD (9) 10 This geometrical shape and trapezoid have their definitions switched in America (9) 12 A short official statement (8) 14 A computer program for navigating the Internet (7) 16 Transport method using magnetic levitation (6) 19 Colloquial name for a type of supply (5) 20 Patrick Hart _ , Australian former tennis player (4) 23 A frying pan used in Chinese cookery (3) SOLUTION

Gemini May 21st June 20th

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

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

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

OUR words continue to have an allure others find almost hypnotic and this energy reaches a high point on October 12 and 13 when you may have to apply this charm to boost your career.

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

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

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

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

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

Sagittarius

Capricorn

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

OVE, or at least very close relationships,

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

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

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

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

From Jim Ryan WITHIN one week in October, we have live at SGC Dungarvan arguably the greatest tragedy and the greatest comedy in the English language – “Earnest” and “Hamlet”. Oscar Wilde called his play “A Trivial Comedy for Serious People”, and it has held the stage and delighted theatregoers ever since it was first performed in London in 1895. Wilde, the most famous playwright of his day, wrote some of the greatest and most popular comedies in the English language. “The Importance of Being Earnest” is a perennial delight and, in a good production, provides unsurpassable entertainment. He was born on October 16th, 1854 to Sir William and Lady Jane Francesca Wilde, his father a famous eyespecialist and his mother, who, as “Speranza”, wrote patriotic verse. The playwright, after an eventful and ultimately tragic life, died in Paris on November 30th, 1900. It’s generally accepted that he was received into the Catholic Church on his deathbed. His mother, it seems expected the birth to produce a daughter, and when he turned out to be male, she attired him for many years in boy’s clothing – however, he drank mid-west American

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cowboys and miners “under the table” on his literary tours of that country. He was one of the greatest raconteurs of all time. His tomb, among the most visited in Pere Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, is one of the most famous in the world.The scandals surrounding his life are ‘small fry’ in today’s world and his plays are more popular than ever – our own Abbey and Gate Theatres have done much to keep his name alive. I never tire of seeing this great play – indeed, it’s only a few weeks ago since I saw at The Smock Alley Theatre in Dublin in a superb production Directed by Kate Canning of Ballyduff Drama Group. The plot is excellent, the situations are sometimes hilarious (eg Jack Worthing mourning the death of the ‘brother’ who, next thing, comes on the stage in the pink of health), Cecily and Gwendolen going from sworn eternal friendship to lasting enmity and back in a short space of time, unforgettable characters (especially Lady Bracknell, played here by David Suchet) and witty, sparkling dialogue. This critically-acclaimed production is not to be missed by those who love the theatre.

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From Jim Ryan “HAMLET” is the most famous and frequently-quoted play ever written – Richard Burton (a friend who saw him in the role early in his career told me it was an unforgettable experience) told of a performance at which Sir Winston Churchill sat in the front row and was saying the lines so audibly ahead of the actor that it almost caused him to forget his lines. Hamlet is probably the most coveted role of all for those who think themselves capable of playing it; the roll-call of the great Hamlets includes most of the most renowned male (and some female) actors in theatrical history. For a huge proportion of those who have seen the play, it’s the greatest they’ve seen. The number of times it’s been parodied also attest to its stature – the iconic question, “To be or not to be”, was once reduced by students, in a comedy, to the more profound question: “To beer or not to beer”! “Hamlet”, apart from the magnificent soliloquys, in which we see into the recesses of the hero’s mind, fizzes along at a relentless pace – it has enough exciting, even murderous

physical action, intrigue, betrayal and humour to keep us on the edge of our seats. And, of course, it has a psychological study of its central character, Hamlet, which has defied definitive interpretation for over four hundred years – even Sigmund Freud has had his say, but Hamlet eludes them all. Each century has had its own Hamlet as will each playgoer.Why does he take so long to avenge his father’s murder – does he himself know; in the course of the play, he gives differing reasons. Benedict Cumberbatch’s “Hamlet” has been one of the most eagerly-awaited theatrical events of the decade and the critics have acclaimed his performances. SGC Dungarvan has saved me a journey to London by screening this Everest of a play and we viewers will have ‘the best seats in the house’ for what should be memorable. Unmissable! [There’s more to come: Rossini’s delightful opera, “The Barber of Seville”, from the English National Opera on October 19th (a comic joy) and Shakespeare’s “Henry the Fifth” from the RSC ON October 21th. It’s the best of times for those of us who love the stage.]

Across: 1 Toccata, 5 Praed, 8 Bon, 9 Put paid to, 10 Tyneside, 11 Avow, 13 Abbott, 15 Turret, 17 Eros, 18 Tallulah, 21 , 22 Caw, 24 March, 25 Van Dyck. Down: 1 Tab, 2 Canon, 3 Apposite, 4 21 A Study in Scarlet, 5 Plax, 6 Andover, 7 Doomwatch, 10 Trapezium, 12 Bulletin, 14 Browser, 16 Maglev, 19 Leccy, 20 Cash, 23 Wok.

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Rescheduled, free “As The Story Goes” storytelling event set to enchant Hope Springs Eternal in Tigh an Cheoil THERE are many great concert venues around Ireland, where you are guaranteed a good night because of the consistently high quality of the acts they feature but also critically due to the unique and unrivalled athmosphere, with which each of these auditoria is imbued. The most outstanding recent addition to these select few special places is undoubtedly Tigh an Cheoil in Baile na nGall in the Ring Gaeltacht. The distinctive warmth, intimacy and spontaneity in Tigh and the free-wheeling, relaxed attitude of everyone involved with this magnificent venture have ensured that every concert so far has been full of variety, unexpected guest appearances and a general, laid-back, devil-may-care, anything-can-happen ambience which, as several people have remarked, could not happen in a city. And just look at the calibre of the acts who have featured here in the last few years. It reads like a who's—who of Irish folk music: Tony MacMahon, Steve Cooney, Martin Hayes, David Power, Ciarán Somers, Dave Sheridan, Harry Bradley, Jessie Smith, Sweeney's Men, The Voice Squad... And then, from the world of Americana, Oldtime and Bluegrass music, we had Tim Eriksen, Martin Gilmore, Julie Elkins and John Lowell. Where would you get it? Only in Tigh an Cheoil! So how surprising is it that the most recent concert held there on Saturday, the 26th of September, for The Hope Foundation, was described by so many who attended as simply the best concert they had EVER seen? The main act was an all-star affair in it's own right: Dermot Byrne, accordion maestro of Altan;

Trevor Hutchinson, bass player extraordinaire from Lúnasa and the Waterboys, no less; and last, but definitely not least, the ultimate genius that is Steve Cooney! Then add to that already potent mix the unexpected guest spots – these largely due to the openness and generosity of spirit of Steve Cooney himself, who went tirelessly among the audience picking out potential performers. A real find was a great Irish speaker and electrifying Sean nós singer called Natalie Danzman, who sang “An Spailpín Fánach” and especially a great local song, “Sliabh Geal gCua”. What really makes her special is that she is Brazilian! Then there was yet another living legend of Irish Music (the night was full of them – more stars than there are in the heavens), the great Mick Hanly fresh from his recent really superb performance in Dillon's for the Dungarvan Singers Club, on Monday the 14th last. Mick had a really brillant night with us in the club and he very kindly subsequently gave us great praise on his website, which we really appreciate. In Tigh an Cheoil, he sang two really inspired songs from his forthcoming album of all new material, which is due to be released in January. Be sure to pick up a copy. He has promised to come back and do a launch for us in the New Year. These songs were “Homeland”, a great singalong, and “Patrick's Hill” which we filmed on the night of the Singers Club in Dillon's and which you really should check out on our facebook page and website. “Patrick's Hill” is, in my opinion, one of the greatest new songs from any writer that I've heard in years. A further treat for us all

was the splendid duet singing of the Fear a' Trí in Tigh an Cheoil, Seán MacCraith, along with the amazing Ciarán O' Gealbáin, of Danú fame. They sang “Ráiteachas na Tairngreacht” in harmony and moved everybody tremendously. They both sang individually as well. Both are past guests of the Club, of course. To top off the guest singers was the inimitable Ann Mulqueen. Ann is actually going to be our next featured singer in the Singers Club on the 12th October in Dillon's, so make a note in your diaries! You can see, incidentally, how rapidly the Dungarvan Singers Club is becoming the focus and the mainstay of singing in the area, and also how the club facebook page is the ideal repositor of information, photos and footage of all that's happening musically in the area. Ann's choice of song was, as usual with her, unerringly appropriate. After all the big serious songs, she introduced a light-hearted jollity into the proceedings with her beautiful comic timing and expressive delivery of the old staple, “Cod Liver Oil”. It's really good for the joints, and indeed brought the whole joint to its knees on the occasion! But the man who stole the whole show, as indeed he always does, is one of my own all time heroes the absolutely unstoppable Bobby Gardiner. Dermot Byrne himself invited Bobby up on stage to play Dermot's melodeon, again a very courageous thing to do because, as hard as it is to follow Dermot Byrne, it's impossible to follow Bobby! So all who were present were indeed amply rewarded for their attendance. But we still very particularly wish to thank everyone who came along to support this gig which of

course was primarily designed to help out the prodigious Hope Foundation who are doing and have done such sterling work to help the afflicated and exploited street children of Calcutta. The other great star of the evening was the Hope Foundation founder herself, Maureen Forrest, who had everyone in tears with her heart-wringing account of her own experiences helping the disadvantaged in third-world countries; so a huge “thank you” to everyone who bought tickets for the show and for the raffle and for all the other donations and contributions you have made to this most deserving of causes. So far up to €1,600 and more has been collecting and the donations are still coming in. Thanks also and especially to everyone who helped the organisation and promotion of this great event. They're too numerous to mention, but we'll extend a special word of praise to Sean MacCraith and Mary Tobin, who both worked tirelessly. Please continue to support the Hope Foundation, which really needs your help to do the load of work that it still has to do. Also, in order to ensure the survival of live music of the high standards established in Tigh an Cheoil and the Dungarvan Singers Club, please continue to attend these wonderful gigs and to spread the word as much as you can. It is in your own interest to help Seán to make Tigh an Cheoil the music capital of Ireland. Maybe it'll be Music Capital of the world yet. Look out Nashville! One date to remember is October the 12th, next Monday, when the Singers Club guest in Dillon's will be the incomparable Ann Mulqueen, great singer and raconteur.

THE acclaimed storytelling production “As the Story Goes” gets underway in the Community Centre in Ballymacarbry this coming Friday night, October 9th, at 8.00 p.m. and is a must for anyone interested in storytelling, literature and fun. The free evening event will be an easy mix of stories, drama, monologues and yarns creating the perfect way to shorten a dark autumn evening in the company of two All-Ireland winning storytellers and Waterford’s own James Lenane and Declan Terry and renowned Irish poet Thomas McCarthy will also read and present his works on the night. The show which opened and played to a packed audience with great reviews at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan in 2013, has since played in North Cork and East Waterford Theatres. The event was part of the original Comeraghs Wild Festival programme but was rescheduled as it clashed with the sell-out Mary Black concert at Curraghmore. The combined talents of storytellers James and Declan provide those who attend with “an opportunity to leave our cares behind for a few hours and surrender to humour, laughter and some more serious thought-provoking material”, James Lenane says. Declan Terry developed his interest in storytelling from an early age through hearing his father and uncles regaling listeners with tall tales around the kitchen fire. Over the last several decades, he has won many awards, including numerous Munster titles and a prized All-Ireland title. He has also been successful at the 1.2.3 Drama festival in Lismore and has been acclaimed by the more demanding local audiences for his productions with his local drama group, Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail, which include Sive, The Year of the Hiker and The Field (John B’s top three in his view) His interest

in GAA has yielded a number of very popular monologues celebrating the exploits of Waterford’s hurlers and in the process, raised much needed funds for various causes, including Solas Cancer Care Centre. James Lenane meanwhile is recognised as one of Ireland’s foremost storytellers and he too has that coveted All-Ireland crown and many other awards to his credit. He is well known in theatre circles as an accomplished actor and director. He has been the resident seanachaí with ‘The Booley House’ traditional show since 1998 and formed part of their successful show tour to New York in 2004. James has appeared in productions with Lismore Dramatic Society, Ballyduff Drama Group and in 2005 formed part of the AllIreland winning Brideview Drama Groups production of Jim Nolan’s Moonshine. In 2012 he performed at the All-Ireland Drama Festival, Athlone in Ballyduff Drama groups The Crucible. Later this month he will take part in a cultural exchange programme and will be performing at storytelling sessions in St. John’s and Torbay, Newfoundland as part of the Newfoundland Irish Connections Gathering 2015. James said it is shaping up to be a cracking evening. “We invite everyone to sit back, relax, let their imagination run wild and get drawn into the stories. You may find cause to laugh out loud but don’t be ashamed to shed a tear, it could be that kind of night,” he cautioned. Thomas McCarthy is a poet, novelist, and critic and was born in Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. He began to publish poems while still an undergraduate and won several awards at a young age – among them the Patrick Kavanagh Award when he was just 24. Two years later, he was selected for the International Writers Programme in Iowa.

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ED SHEERAN: JUMPERS FOR GOALPOSTS + LIVE SET THURSDAY, 22nd OCTOBER Join Ed Sheeran, currently the most successful artist in the world, live from the London world premiere of his spectacular new concert film debut "Jumpers for Goalposts". This special cinema event, including red carpet highlights, an exclusive live performance from Ed and the film shown in its entirety for the first time, will be beamed via satellite live from London's Leicester Square to SGC Dungarvan on Thursday, October 22nd, from 6.00 p.m. www.edsheeranmovie.com. We will have additional film screenings across that weekend. Jumpers for Goalposts brings together Ed's captivating performances from the biggest shows of his career at Wembley Stadium in July 2015, where he wows the 80,000 strong crowd with his biggest hits to date, including "The A Team", "Sing" and "Thinking Out Loud" - and there's even a surprise duet from Sir Elton John. As well as his breath-taking onstage performance, Jumpers for Goalposts is intercut with the story of Ed's triumphant road to Wembley, presenting a revealing and personal glimpse into life backstage and on the road, along with an honest and intimate reflection by Ed – and those closest to him – on just how far he has come. This special global cinema event is an invitation for Ed's millions of fans to join him around the world and celebrate what he has achieved so far, before inevitably he moves the goalposts once again. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Ed Sheeran Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 13th October. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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(1939 CLASSIC) THE BRIAN CLOUGH STORY

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Sunday, 18th October THE INDIANS plus SHAUN LOUGHREY & HIS BAND First Band on stage at 9.30 p.m. sharp Doors open 8.45 p.m. THERE WILL ALSO BE AN AFTERNOON DANCE ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

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HAMLET

OCTOBER 15th

NT LIVE

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THE BABBER OF SEVILLE

OCTOBER 19th

LIVE OPERA

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LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

OCTOBER 20th

TOWED IN THE HOLE/WAY OUT WEST NEW! ON SALE!

PANTI BLISS: QUEEN OF IRELAND

OCTOBER 21st

PREMIERE AND LIVE Q&A

3D: SAT. 2.10, 3.50; SUN. 2.10 2D: SAT., SUN. 1.50

PAN (PG) 111 mins. 3D: SAT., SUN. 11.50, 1.40, 4.00; EXTRA SHOW SAT. 6.20 SUFRAGETTE (12A) 106 mins. D I G I TA L ! MON. – WED. 7.10

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ED SHEERAN

OCTOBER 22nd

LIVE FROM WEMBLEY MOVIE 4 S H O W S I N 4 D AY S !

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LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

OCTOBER 25th

TOWED IN THE HOLE/WAY OUT WEST ON SALE!

GALA DES ETOILES

OCTOBER 30th

LIVE BALLET

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THE MARTIAN (12A) 142 mins. 3D: DAILY 9.10; ALSO FRI. – SUN. 6.30 EVEREST (12A) 121 mins. D I G I TA L ! FRI. & MON. – WED. 6.00; ALSO FRI. – SUN. 9.00

RONALDO: THE MOVIE

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Saturday Afternoon 17th SHAY O’CALLAGHAN 3–5 p.m. • Doors open 2.30 p.m.

4 K R E S O LU T I O N ! DAILY 7.00, 9.30

MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL

OCTOBER 14th

INSIDE OUT (G) 104 mins. NEW! ON SALE!

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CARMEN/VISCERA/AFTERNOON OF A FAUN/TCHAIKOVSKY 4 ONE-ACT BALLETS

NOVEMBER 12th

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MINIONS

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Magnificent murals SINCE its opening just over a decade ago, Dungarvan Shopping Centre ownership has had its ups and downs. It has now changed hands again and from a press release by Sigma Retail Partners on behalf of the new owners, they assure us that it will be all positive news from the Centre as a result. Already there have been several changes and upgrades which shoppers may have seen, but one feature which remains unchanged is the range of magnificent murals on the landing above the escalator. These range from Dungarvan Harbour to

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Abbeyside's Eoin Kiely about to score a goal against Clan na Gael's Killian O'Connell during the Division 2 Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons sponsored Co. Minor Hurling championship played in Carriganore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Division 2 Hurling Final

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Conor Prunty led Abbeyside retains County title Abbeyside …………...1-16; Clan Na Gael ………...2-11. THIS Division 2 County Minor Hurling Final was worth the trip down East to Carriganore last Friday evening when Abbeyside and Clan Na Gael served up a rare old battle before the holders from the West claimed the spoils on foot of outscoring the Dunhill/Butlerstown combination in the final quarter by 1-4 to 0-3. If ever one player kept his team in the game and guided them to victory it was Abbeyside’s captain Conor Prunty, playing at centre back as he was the mainstay in keeping the opposition at bay on the score board in one of his best displays yet in an Abbeyside jersey. When both teams met in the Group stages at the Burgery Grounds, the Village won by 3-15 to 2-11 but on this occasion, the Enrights’ charges came up against an improved Clan Na Gael fifteen, who also had their homework done in the placing of their team on the Westerners’ main players but all to no avail in trying to combat the dominance of Prunty in the heart of the winner’s defence. In some regards, Abbeyside were in an unenviable position here as they were the favourites to win this title since the start of the year and to bring the cup home last Friday evening, but, credit to them, when the chips were down and Clan Na Gael forged into a 45th minute lead at 2-8 to 0-12, they dug deep and Eoin Kiely’s 50th minute goal regained a lead that they deservingly held to the final whistle. Abbeyside lined out as per programme while Clan Na Gael were without their talented James Reville, due to injury, and they gave starts to

the unlisted first fifteen Oisin Queally, William Power and Gearoid Murphy. Clan Na Gael quite noticeably started much the brighter side and by the 12th minute they held a 0-3 to 0-1 advantage thanks to scores by Oisin Queally, Jack Tyrrell and Eoin McGrath (f) with a solitary response from a placed ball by Darragh McGrath. Throughout the match, we were treated to an hour long ‘McGrath’ free taking duel between Darragh for Abbeyside and Eoin for their opposition with the former raising seven white flags compared to eight for the Clan Na Gael player. The Villagers needed to work the scoreboard after their slow start to the match and two of their key players Conor Prunty and Neil Montgomery, who was treated to a lot of off the ball treatment, came up trumps with points from play to level the final at 0-3 each at the end of the first quarter. A trade mark Tom Looby score gave the winner’s the lead for the first time and, though Eoin McGrath (f) restored parity in the 17th minute, the Abbeyside defence were coming to grips with their markers with Tony Collins, Conor McCarthy and Ronan Mansfield in the full line and Cormac Dwyer and Ryan Daly outside them supporting Conor Prunty well. In total, Clan Na Gael scored five first half points but they didn’t score from play since the 9th minute, a testimony indeed to Abbeyside’s impressive defending. At the other end of the field, the winners’ forwards were doing their job well and scores from play by Kevin Dwane in the 18th minute and Neil Montgomery ten minutes later were supple-

mented by points by Darragh McGrath, 0-2f and Conor Prunty 0-1f to establish a 0-4 advantage at the short whistle on a score of 0-9 to 0-5. Operating at centre forward on the restart, Kevin Dwane dissected the posts after just 20 seconds to create double scores at 0-10 to 0-5 but this match was turned on its head inside the next nine minutes when errors in the Abbeyside defence gifted Clan Na Gael two goals, which were gratefully accepted by Oisin Queally in the 32nd minute and by full forward Jamie Savage seven minutes later. In between these two green flags Darragh McGrath (2) and Eoin McGrath pointed place balls and the end result was that the teams were level with twenty minutes left to play at 2-6 to 0-12. Motivated by their two major scores, the challengers for the title started to trouble the Abbeyside defence again and a further 0-2f by Eoin McGrath had his team ahead at the end of the third quarter on a score of 2-8 to 0-12. There was no further scoring for five minutes and one felt that Abbeyside would require a green flag of their own to get back into the game. Well, it arrived from a usual source as when Conor Prunty’s long range free broke in the Clan Na Gael defence, Eoin Kiely, who was relatively quiet up to this point, was first to react and in a flash he had the sliotar nestling in the dressing rooms end goal. It was the champions’ turn to now enjoy a lift and pointed frees by Darragh McGrath in the 50th and in the 53rd minute earned the Villagers a 0-3 advantage at 1-14 to 2-8. Credit, Clan Na Gael, though, they once again confirmed

their good form in the final when Eoin McGrath struck two similar scores by the 58th minute to leave the minimum the difference at 1-14 to 2-10. The match was on a knife’s edge when young Tom Looby slotted over his second point from play in the 59th minute to give the winners that most dangerous of leads, 0-2 while a pointed free on the call of normal time, by Clan Na Gael’s centre back Daryl Swift kept the identity of the winners’ name on the cup in doubt heading into added time. The point that decided this very entertaining County Final came in the 62nd minute and it was a score worthy of winning the game. Neil Montgomery, Kevin Dwane and James Beresford all combined to send Eoin Kiely in for a crucial score and try as Clan Na Gael did in the final moments of action, Abbeyside deservingly retained their title on the evidence of the whole hour’s play. Bar one slip up, Seamus Ryan was soundness personified between the posts for the winners while Conor McCarthy did a good marking job on danger man Eoin McGrath and he received good support in the backline from Ronan Mansfield and Tony Collins. Local Gaels won’t forget Conor Prunty’s display in a hurry while Ryan Daly was outstanding in the first half as was Cormac Dwyer after the break. Darragh McGrath and David Looby battled hard against a strong Clan Na Gael midfield pairing of Luke O’Brien and Conor Quinn with Ruairi Conway always in the thick of the action also. James Beresford dug deepest when most required in the final quarter with Neil

Montgomery and Kevin Dwane getting through a huge amount of work and they were consistent in their efforts from start to finish. Scores win games and when these were needed at the death, Eoin Kiely and Tom Looby produced them at the opportune time. Shane Ahearne also played his part when called into the game while hats off to the Village mentors who handled the expectations of winning the title and who delivered the goods at the end of the day. Clan Na Gael played their part in a great final and very few could have denied them a second bite of the cherry. They made huge improvement during the championship and they placed their team well in this decider. They received superb displays from such as their custodian Niall Power, Jack Widger at number 3 and Darryl Swift, David Jordan, Luke O’Brien and Conor Quinn in the half line and mid-

field areas. Eoin McGrath was a faultless free-taker while Oisin Queally proved his inclusion was worthwhile with a contribution of 1-1 from play. Jamie Savage, Jack Tyrell and Eoghan Casey also had their moments on a team that proved to be worthy opposition for the winners. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Eastern Board John Michael O’Regan presented the cup to the Abbeyside captain Conor Prunty amid scenes of considerable celebration. Abbeyside’s Top Three: Conor Prunty, Conor McCarthy, Darragh McGrath. Clan Na Gael’s Top Three: Daryl Swift, Conor Quinn, David Jordan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Conor Prunty. Number of Scorers: Abbeyside 6. Clan NaGael 5. Scores from Play: Abbeyside 1-8. Clan Na Gael 2-2. Frees For: Abbeyside 14. Clan Na Gael 13. Wides: Abbeyside 9. Clan Na Gael 6. Score of the Match: Abbeyside’s second minute point,

engineered by Neil Montgomery, Kevin Dwane and James Beresford and executed by Eoin Kiely. SCORERS – Abbeyside: Darragh McGrath 0-7f, Eoin Kiely 1-1, Neil Montgomery, Tom Looby and Kevin Dwane 0-2 each, Conor Prunty 0-2 (1f). Clan Na Gael: Eoin McGrath 0-8f, Oisin Queally 1-1, Jamie Savage 1-0, Jack Tyrrell 0-1, Daryl Swift 0-1f. Abbeyside: Seamus Ryan; Tony Collins, Ronan Mansfield, Conor McCarthy; Cormac Dwyer, Conor Prunty, Ryan Daly; David Looby, Darragh McGrath; Ruairi Beresford, James Beresford, Neil Montgomery; Eoin Kiely, Kevin Dwane, Tom Looby. Sub: Shane Ahearne for Ryan Daly (50). Clan Na Gael: Niall Power; Gearoid Murphy, Jack Widger, John Walsh; William Power, Daryl Swift, David Jordan; Luke O’Brien, Conor Quinn; Martin Costelloe, Oisin Queally, Jack Tyrrell; Eoghan Casey, Jamie Savage, Eoin McGrath. Subs: James Reville for John Walsh (ht), Killian O’Connell for James Reville (31). Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

Sean O'Regan, Vice Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Div 2 Minor [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Hurling Cup to Abbeyside's Captain, Conor Prunty.

Abbeyside who beat Clan na Gael in the Division 2 Final of the J.J. Kavanagh & Sons sponsored Co. Minor Hurling championship played in Carriganore.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Tallow who beat Ballyduff Upper 1-14 to 0-16 in the Semi-Final of the J.J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior hurling championship in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

JJ Kavanagh and Sons Senior Hurling Championship Semi-final

Ryan’s second half scores returns Tallow to Senior Final Tallow ……………….1-14; Ballyduff ……………..0-16. PERHAPS it was the importance of the occasion and the tension that the lead up a local derby brings with it, but this game never produced the standard and the cut and trust the large attendance that paid €9,200 hoped for at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon. For the first time this year, the cars were parked back as far as the turn beyond the mart while, entering the Grounds, the attendance were unfortunately greeted by the terrible sad news of the death of the very popular referee John Condon’s wife, Jacinta, in a house accident just hours before the throw-in where the regular official at the Fraher Field was due to do linesman. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Condon and Houlihan families, both of whom have strong connections with our games, and who now have yet another heart wrenching bereavement to deal with. One player stood head and shoulders above all else at the Shandon venue last Sunday and that was Tallow’s Thomas Ryan, who literally singularly dragged Tallow into the game on the restart with a superb 31st minute goal to level proceedings at 0-9 to 1-6. The undisputed Man of the Match, who must at the very least be worth a place on the County Senior panel, followed up with five white flags during the remainder of the

game and each one was better than the other. The only excitement in the first moiety was reserved for a little melee in front of the stand in added time while the shackles eventually came off when Ballyduff realised that the game was slipping away from them. Tommy Ryan’s fifth point from play ensured a 54th minute lead of 1-13 to 0-12 for the Bridesiders after which Ballyduff finished strongly to outscore the winners by 0-4 to 0-1. Mikey Kearney pointed from play in the 55th minute and from a free in the 63rd minute with Stephen Molumphy popping over his third point in between in the 60th minute. The result could have been different when the Reds had three attempts on a goal in the Country end saved in the 58th minute with midfielder Seamus Hannon salvaging a point from this barrage of strikes while it was Evan Sheehan’s contender for score of the match in the 59th minute that proved to be the difference at the death. Freetaker Kearney had one effort to send the tie to a replay but as it was from between his own ‘45’ and ‘65’ metre lines it fell short and it was Tallow who progressed to the final against either Ballygunner, their conquerors in the 2011 final or Fourmilewater. Playing with the aid of the strong breeze, and with both teams having an extra man in defence, Tallow started the stronger and two Ryan Grey pointed frees and a con-

tender for score of the match by William Henley had the Bridesiders serenading at 03 to 0-0 after eight minutes. Shane Feeney who started in place of Rob Beecher had half a goal chance in the third minute while at the other end, Mikey Kearney, untypically, missed a free in front of the posts, which, as later events unfolded, was to prove costly. Effective corner forward Evan Sheehan had an 8th minute goal chance, but after this, Ballyduff took a grip on the exchanges holding their rivals scoreless for 16 minutes and striking an unanswered 0-7 and they looked to be coasting. Jamie Hannon opened Ballyduff’s account, followed by scores by Andrew Casey, Stephen Molumphy, 0-2, Mikey Kearney, 0-2 (1f, 1’65’) and Kevin Casey who caused the Tallow defence problems throughout. Lining out a midfield, Cian Leamy was in line for man of the match in the first half but he was surprisingly placed in attack on the restart. Playing with the breeze and trailing by 0-7 to 0-3, Tallow required a score from some quarter and it was midfielder Kieran Geary who supplied it after 22 minutes but Ballyduff opened their largest lead at 0-9 to 0-4 on foot of points by Andrew Casey from a Stephen Molumphy pass and by Mikey Kearney from play. Minor player Jake Neville was introduced for Shane Feeney on 26 minutes in the ‘corner forward first man to

come off trend’ and Tallow kept some way in touch at the break, courtesy of William Henley’s second score and Ryan Grey’s third pointed free. Ballyduff introduced minor player Oisin Hickey for presumably an injured Tom Molumphy on the restart as did Tallow replace Bob McCarthy with Paul Kearney. Interestingly, both players returned to the action at a later stage. Tommy Ryan wasn’t that much involved in the play in the first half but that soon changed and when Ryan Grey’s clever 31st minute pass found him unmarked on the 65 metre line, everyone in the Grounds guessed correctly what was his immediate intention. Ryan’s hurling skill and his speed are his strong points and he used both to pass wing back Michael Kearney in front of him and to place an unstoppable strike past David Walsh in the town end goal This piece of magic, which was worth the admission fee alone, levelled the game for the first and only occasion and the winners could have added a second green flag two minutes later when Ryan Greys’ effort back off the upright fell to sub Paul Kearney, whose attempt went over the crossbar but gave Tallow a lead which they would never relinquish. The winners’ assumed complete control on the scoreboard despite playing into the Easterly breeze and Ryan Grey and Jordan

Henley combined to give their minor hurling mentor, Thomas Ryan the first of his five second half points in the 40th minute. Grey followed up with a pointed free and Tommy Ryan made it 1-10 to 0-9 with one of his many contenders for score of the match. Kevin Casey and Mikey Kearney (f) stopped the rot with points at the end of the third quarter as Eoin Scanlon replaced Oisin Hickey and the scoreboard read 1-10 to 0-11 in favour of the winners. Evidence that Tommy Ryan was the main source of Tallow’s win unfolded further with points in the 47th and in the 49th minutes, the latter on receipt of a pass from a sideline cut by team captain Mark O’Brien, 1-12 to 0-11. Tom Molumphy was back on the field replacing Andrew Casey, while despite a Mikey Kearney pointed free in the 52nd minute, the Tallow defenders were on top in general play. Following Thomas Ryan’s fifth and final point in the 54th minute, this all changed though for the remainder of the hour and the three minutes of added time as described at the outset and, at one stage, it seemed that the originally planned double header would in fact go ahead a week later than scheduled and few could quibble if Ballyduff salvaged a draw at the very end. Tallow return to the County final after a four year absence, where, no doubt, they will be keen to make

amends for their last visit to Walsh Park. David and Mark O’Brien and James Murray were serious performers for them last Sunday in defence in front of a reliable custodian in Shaun O’Sullivan. Kieran Geary and Paul O’Brien worked tirelessly i lár na páirce while William Henley, Ryan Grey and Evan Sheehan supported Thomas Ryan well in attack with this quartet accounting for 1-12 of their final tally. On reflection, Ballyduff will feel they left this one behind them and they didn’t counteract the impression Thomas Ryan made on proceedings. Their defence succumbed to constant second half pressure but they could not ask for more from their first half midfield pairing of Cian Leamy and Seamus Hannon. Stephen Molumphy produced one of his best recent displays for the team, while, as always, their youthful trio of Kevin and Andrew Casey and Mikey Kearney played their part on the scoreboard with an overall contribution of 0-11. Tallow’s Top Three: Thomas Ryan, David O’Brien, Mark O’Brien. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Stephen Molumphy, Cian Leamy, Kevin Casey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Thomas Ryan. Number of Scorers: Tallow 6. Ballyduff 6. Scores from Play: Tallow 1-10. Ballyduff 0-11. Frees For: Tallow 7. Ballyduff 10.

Wides: Tallow 10. Ballyduff 6. Score of the Match: Tallow’s 31st minute goal, engineered and executed by Thomas Ryan. Scorers – Tallow: Thomas Ryan 1-5, Ryan Grey 0-4f, William Henley 0-2, Kieran Geary, Paul Kearney and Evan Sheehan 0-1 each. Ballyduff: Mikey Kearney 0-7 (4f,1 ‘65’), Stephen Molumphy 0-3, Andrew Casey and Kevin Casey 0-2 each, Jamie Kearney and Seamus Hannon 0-1 each. Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Mark O’Brien, David O’Brien, Kenneth Kearney; Aidan Kearney, Shane Kearney, Jordan Henley; Paul O’Brien, Kieran Geary; William Henley, Thomas Ryan, Bob McCarthy; Shane Feeney, Ryan Grey, Evan Sheehan. Subs: Jake Neville for Shane Feeney (26), Paul Kearney for Bob McCarthy (ht), Bob McCarthy for William Henley (62). Ballyduff: David Walsh; Denis McDonagh, Tom Molumphy, Shane Hannon; Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney, Tom Feeney; Seamus Hannon, Cian Leamy; Kevin Casey, Stephen Molumphy, Jamie Kearney; Jamie Hannon, Andrew Casey, Mikey Kearney. Subs: Oisin Hickey for Tom Molumphy (ht), Eoin Scanlon for Oisin Hickey (45), Tom Molumphy for Andrew Casey (49). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Football Championship

Patrick Hurney leads ’Courty to narrow victory Ballinacourty ................ 1-9; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ... 1-8. LEVEL at half-time at 1-5 apiece, Ballinacourty upped their performance after the break to deservingly edge over the line against a capable Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg outfit at the Fraher Field last Tuesday week in their final Group 1 game in the J. J. Kavanagh Waterford Senior Football Championship. The winner’s Patrick Hurney was the stand-out player in this game with both his scoring rate and his work rate crucial to his team’s fourth win in the championship. Hurney registered 0-5 (2f) in total and two of his points from play were very close to being a flag of a different colour. This win by one of the championship favourites ensures they, Clashmore and the Nire all finish the Group stages on an equal eight points and with Clashmore beating the Nire, Nire defeating Ballinacourty and now Ballinacourty getting the better of Clashmore, one would normally go to points difference to determine the top three places in the Group. However, De La Salle threw the cat among the pigeons in this regard when they gave a walk-over to Nire in their final group game and so points difference cannot be used this time round.

In such a case, a play-off series between the three teams decides the placings but with the County already under pressure to be ready for the Munster Club Championship on the week ending November 1st, hopefully a toss of coins or accepting the points difference as they are, or some other manner of resolving the problem will move matters along. The Munster Championship is only four weeks away and it would be a pity if this year’s winners of the County final could not enjoy a home game against the Cork champions, considering our good record at Provincial level over the years and especially last year when the Nire came so close to winning the title. The two goals in this encounter in the Fraher Field were scored within the first five minutes of the game by Paudie O’Rourke foe Clashmore and by Evan Collins for the winners after both players had opened the scoring with a white flag each. Collins availed of hesitancy in the Clashmore defence following a long free in by Michael O’Halloran in the third minute to fist the ball into the country end goal while Edmond O’Halloran and Declan Allen combined to place O’Rourke for a reply

goal two minutes later. The winners dominated proceedings up to the 20th minute, outscoring their opponents by 0-3 to 0-1 with Shane O’Donovan, Patrick Hurney and John Hurney all pointing from play while the latter Hurney also provided a good goal scoring opportunity for O’Donovan in the 15th minute, 1-4 to 1-2. Clashmore’s sole response in this period was a Sean Fleming point but it was his team who finished the half the stronger with a brace of points from play by Brian O’Halloran either side of a similar score by wing forward Cillian O’Keeffe, 1-5 to 1-4 in their favour. Corner back David Collins ventured up field to provide the size 5 for Michael Maher in the final minute of normal time to restore parity for the fourth time before the short whistle. Ballinacourty started at pace on the restart and Patrick Hurney kicked a lead point after just 20 seconds. The returned from the USA Stephen Enright made a good save from Paddy Prendergast, who had replaced his brother John at half-time, while Diarmuid Henley had a similar scoring opportunity for the winners at the other end of the field. Young Prendergast levelled

the game for the final time on 41 minutes, after which both teams emptied their benches and the scoring rate dropped with only a further five white flags in the final twenty minutes of the game. Brian O’Halloran provided a goal scoring opportunity for Paudie O’Rourke in the 46th minute and his clever fisted effort just hit the net on the wrong side of the upright. Ballinacourty reacted in style and Patrick Hurney kicked 0-3 (2f) in a six minute period, replied to only by a Brian O’Halloran score with Hurney’s final point from play being a contender for score of the Match, 1-9 to 1-7. A feature of the final minutes was that two players who had been recently introduced, Mark Power for Clashmore and Willie John Kiely for Ballinacourty, were separately blackcarded which brought to nine the number of substitutes introduced overall and this increased to double figures when Fintan Walsh replaced the injured Brian O’Halloran in injury time. Following a driving run into the heart of the ‘Courty defence by Aidan Trihy in the 61st minute, Fintan Walsh was fouled but in a claustrophobia goalmouth, Sean Fleming had little option but to kick the ball over the bar as referee Alan Kissane blew the

Referee Alan Kissane (Dunhill) pictured with team captain Gary Hurney (Ballinacourty) and Cillian O’Keeffe (Clashmore). final whistle with ‘Courty claiming the two championship points by the minimum of margins. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Patrick Hurney, John Hurney, Conor McCarthy. Clashmore’s Top Three: Darren Foley, Brian O’Halloran, Aidan Trihy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Patrick Hurney. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty: 5. Clashmore: 5. Scores From Play: Ballinacourty: 1-7. Clashmore: 1-6. Frees For: Ballinacourty: 16. Clashmore: 17. Wides: Ballinacourty: 12. Clashmore: 5. Score of the Match: Patrick Hurney’s 53rd minute point for Ballinacourty. Scorers: Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 0-5 (2f), Evan Collins 1-1, Shane O’Donovan, John Hurney and Michael Maher 0-1 each.

Clashmore: Paudie O’Rourke 1-1 (1f), Brian O’Halloran 0-3, Sean Fleming 0-2 (1f), Cillian O’Keeffe and Paddy Prendergast 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; Diarmuid Henley, Brian Looby, Conor McCarthy; Eoin Bergin, David Collins, Patrick Lynch; John Hurney, Conor Prunty; Michael Maher, Mark Fives, Patrick Hurney; Shane O’Donovan, Evan Collins, Michael O’Halloran. Subs: Gavin Breen for Patrick Lynch (36), Gary Hurney for Shane O’Donovan (42), Willie John Kiely for Michael Maher (54), Mark Gorman for Mark Fives

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(56), Jason O’Brien for Willie John Kiely (black card 57). Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Declan Hickey; Sean Bourke, Kieran Connery, Kieran Bourke; Darren Foley, Jason Seward, Aidan Trihy; Tadhg De Burca, Edmond O’Halloran; Cillian O’Keeffe, Paudie O’Rourke, Declan Allen; Brian O’Halloran, Sean Fleming, John Prendergast. Subs: Paddy Prendergast for John Prendergast (ht), Mark Power for Cillian O’Keeffe (42), Karl O’Keeffe for Declan Allen (45), Paul O’Connor for Edmond O’Halloran (52), Fintan Walsh for Brian O’Halloran (inj. 61). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill). d 0 0 0 0 0 0

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The J.J. Kavanagh and Sons Group Stages Senior Football Championship CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG didn’t waste any time in letting everyone know that their difficult year of 2014 in both codes was left far behind them when they beat champions Nire by a point in the Fraher Field on the 10th of April on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-13. Ardmore scored what proved to be a very valuable one point victory themselves the same weekend when they defeated De La Salle by 1-10 to 1-9 at the same venue. Ballinacourty showed very impressive early season form when they got the better of a young Rathgormack team by 4-10 to 0-9 to head straight to the top of the table. Round 2 was held the following weekend and Ballinacourty were again in scoring form when they scored another four goals in seeing off De La Salle by 4-14 to 0-2. Nire got off the mark with a not too impressive 0-11 to 0-7 win over Ardmore while Clashmore gained back-to-back victories with a good 0-15 to 0-7 win against a Rathgormack team that was finding it difficult to get their championship campaign up and running.

After the best part of a four month break, the championship resumed on August 15th and Clashmore shot to the top of the group with a 115 to 1-12 win over neighbours Ardmore, the latter coming with a late run to put a better look on the scoreboard. Rathgormack scored a senior status saving win when they edged out De La Salle by 2-10 to 2-7 while Nire showed they can produce the goods when required in beating old rivals Ballinacourty by 0-8 to 0-6. The Nire deepened Rathgormack’s woes in their across the mountain derby when they inflicted a heavy 4-12 to 0-5 defeat on them while Ballinacourty had it all to do to hold off Ardmore by 1-12 to 1-9. De La Salle looked relegation candidates when Clashmore ran up a tally of 3-18, answered by just 1-5 on a Tuesday evening in the Fraher Field at the end of August. Ballinacourty’s form improved in their fifth round game when they beat a good Clashmore side by 1-9 to 1-8 in the Fraher Field on the second last day of

September while, because of De La Salle’s walk-over to the Nire, points difference could not be used to place the top three teams, Ballinacourty, Clashmore and the Nire in order in the Group for the Quarter Finals. The final game between Ardmore and Rathgormack will decide the fourth qualifying spot. In contrast to Group 1, the top of this section was easier to digest while the final Round 5 games were required to finalise matters at the other end. Stradbally were the only team in the championship with a 100% record, albeit in the easier of the two Groups in the championship. The Covesiders and their local rivals were the form teams from the outset with Paco Curran’s charges beating Gaultier in Round 1 by 3-9 to 2-6 while Kilrossanty accounted for Brickeys by 0-15 to 0-9. An Rinn started well with a 1-12 to 1-7 defeat of St. Saviours in Kill but this was going to prove to be the Gaeltacht side’s only point earner of the championship. In hindsight, An Rinn lost a valuable qualifying opportu-

nity when they went under to Kilrossanty in Round 2 by the minimum of margins on a scoreline of 2-8 to 0-13 while the Brickeys performed well against Stradbally before losing by 0-12 to 0-10. Not surprisingly, Gaultier and St. Saviours drew 0-10 to 1-7 in Carriganore as games between these two teams have always been close run affairs. Two Round 3 Championship games were played in June with a last minute point by Gaultier in Kill earning them a valuable win over Brickeys by 0-14 to 1-10. Meanwhile Kilrossanty maintained their 100% record in defeating St. Saviours by 1-7 to 1-4 in Walsh Park. The final Round 3 game between Stradbally and a depleted An Rinn was played in August and the Covesiders enjoyed a handy 2- 18 to 1-7 victory at the Fraher Field. The trend in this Group continued after the Summer break with Stradbally again convincing winners over St. Saviours by 0-20 to 1-3 while Kilrossanty enjoyed one of their most notable wins in the Group stages when they outscored Gaultier by 2-13 to

Paul Whyte, Kilrossanty 0-6 at the St. Mollerans venue. The defining game in Group 2 was played in the Fraher Field when An Rinn lost out to Brickeys by 1-14 to 1-13 with the former adamant that a first half goal effort by Donie Breathnach went between the posts but it was judged by the umpire to have gone wide. The Round 5 games finalised matters in Group 2 with Stradbally gaining top spot, courtesy of their 2-7 to 0-6 derby win against Kilrossanty while all the action was reserved for Sunday, September 27th. Gaultier’s 0-14 to 0-12 win against An Rinn earned them a place in the quarter finals

JJ Hutchinson, Gaultier with An Rinn holding on to their Senior status as Brickeys edged out St. Saviours by 0-15 to 1-11 to join Gaultier in the knockout stages and place Saviours in yet another relegation play-off game, this time against De La Salle. GROUP STAGES TOP TEN SCORERS 1. Paul Whyte (Kilrossanty 3-25 (0-12f, 2’45’). 2. J. J. Hutchinson (Gaultier) 2-26 (1-12f). 3. Donie Breathnach (A Rinn) 0-31 (0-23f). 4. Jason Curry (Rathgormack) 1-23 (0-11f, 1’45’). 5. Paudie O’Rourke (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg) 2-13 (0-5f). 6. Shane O’Donovan

Donie Breathnach, Ring (Ballinacourty) 4-6. 7. Patrick Hurney (Ballinacourty) 0-16 (0-4f). 8. Brian O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) 0-15 (0-3f). 9. Carthach Shalloe (Brickeys) 0-15 (0-9f). 10. Conor McGrath (Brickeys) 0-13. * Jason Curry (Rathgormack) one game to play.

NUMBER OF SCORERS EACH CLUB 1. Stradbally (17). 2. Gaultier (14). 3. St. Saviours (13). 4. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg (12). 5.Nire (12). 6. Ardmore (12). 7. Ballinacourty (11). 8. Kilrossanty (11). 9. Brickeys (11). 10. De La Salle (11). 11. An Rinn (10). 12. Rathgormack (6). One game to play: Ardmore v Rathgormack.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

JJ Kavanagh and Sons Division 3 County Minor Hurling Final

Superb St. Olivers take title back West St. Olivers ……………2-12; Portlaw ……………….1-11. BASED on the results in this grade all year, Portlaw would have been the favourites to claim this Division 3 Minor Hurling Title at Carriganore last Friday evening. However, they came up against a superbly motivated St. Olivers outfit who stayed in touch with their opposition up to half-time and then drove on in the second moiety to deservingly bring the title back to the west of the County. A combination of the Geraldines and Ballinameela’s Intermediate footballers’ and club personnel were gathered in the one cause at the WIT venue before going their separate ways again this Saturday in their replayed Western Football Final. Olivers had heroes all over the vast playing pitch in this thirteen a side final and none more so than their goalie Donagh Looby who prevented three serious second half goal attempts from Craig Fraher, Anthony Morrissey and Jamie Murphy which kept his team in front in the final twenty minutes of the game. Overall, every St. Olivers player came up thrumps with captain Rob Shine and Mikey O’Brien excelling in defence and the returned from injury, Mark Lynch, Jack Griffin and Tiernan O’Connell playing out of their skins in confining the Eastern team to 1-4 from play over the course of the hour. Midfielder Liam O’Connell was in the engine room of the Olivers match winning ambitions throughout and his display from play and in contributing 0-3 on the scoreboard played a major part in his team’s victory. Likewise, Mikey Phelan was

effective in midfield and at full forward where he scored what proved to be the deciding goal as early as the 34th minute from a Tiernan O’Connell delivery while number 10 Elliot Stackwood played a load of the ball throughout and his goal just two minutes into the second half forged the winners into the lead after conceding a goal at the most inappropriate of times on the call of the short whistle. Mark Lynch’s accuracy from placed balls was once again vital in achieving the win while he was also in the thick of the action in general play in both halves. One natural hurler who really caught the eye was young Liam O’Brien and he was a constant danger up front as was David Hally who made a number of darting runs at the Portlaw rearguard. Recovered from his recent ankle injury, Micheal Culloo’s speed and scoring tally of 03 from play was a vital cog in St. Oliver’s title ambitions with his points spread over the two halves in a well balanced match performance. Cian Horewood, Joe Duggan, Jack Sullivan, Sam Hallahan and P. J. O’Brien all saw action during this year’s campaign and what better way to celebrate the club’s 40th Anniversary than to win a County title in the most exciting of ways. Portlaw had many fine exponents of the ancient game on view too with their Intermediate goalie Luke Power a key figure though contained well by Mikey O’Brien overall while Darryl Walsh, between the posts on this occasion and heading to Brighton this week for a soccer trial, gave yet another confident display between the sticks. The industrious Jack Behan was the pick of their

defenders with Jamie Murphy also impressing in the centre and from place balls, supplying 0-6 of his team’s final tally. Luke Woods, Jordan Sullivan and Jake Scanlon worked tremendously hard around the centre of the field while John Power showed up as their top forward, scoring two first half points and along with Anthony Morrissey really trying earnestly to stem the St. Oliver’s surge for home in the final quarter. As in the semi-final, the introduction of the speedy Shane O’Brien improved the Portlaw attack but Oliver’s reacted quickly in placing Micheal Culloo on him, to counteract his darting runs. Portlaw may be wondering how they lost this game as they looked by far the better team in the first quarter at the end of which they were in front by 0-5 to 0-3. Jack Scanlon pointed twice from play inside ten minutes after Jamie Murphy had opened the scoring from a free. Oliver’s didn’t open their account until the 11th minute via a Mark Lynch free, followed by a neat point by the effective Liam O’Brien. Liam O’Connell pointed twice within the space of a minute, the second the result of a quick free by Mikey O’Brien and the sides were level for the first time when Micheal Culloo popped over the first of his three match points. Oliver’s had now come to terms with Portlaw’s early dominance and a Mark Lynch ‘65’ in the 23rd minute had the winner’s in front for the first time in the game. John Power’s second score for the Tannery club levelled matters once again three minutes later and the final score of the half was Luke Power’s green flag from a Jamie Murphy pass in the 30th minute to give his team both a timely

boost and a half-time lead of 1-6 to 0-6. Oliver’s came out all guns blazing on the restart and it was in the opening five minutes that this County Final was won and lost. Mark Lynch pointed a free after just 35 seconds and two minutes later a clever ground stroke by Elliot Stackwood into the city end goal on receipt of a Mikey Phelan pass, when the goalscorer could have been tempted to pick up the sliotar and perhaps lose the opportunity, shot the winners into the lead for the third and match winning occasion. It only got better for the Aglish/Ballinameela combination during this period when Tiernan O’Connell supplied the sliotar to the inform Mikey Phelan and when he rattled the net, Olivers were very much in the driving seat on the scoreboard. The industrious Liam O’Connell added his third score and with just five minutes of the second moiety played, his team enjoyed a 2-8 to 1-6 lead. The final twenty five minutes of this very enjoyable encounter finished level at 0-4 each with Donagh Looby taking centre stage in denying Portlaw three goal scoring opportunities. Jamie Murphy (f) and Micheal Culloo traded points by the 41st minute before Looby was called upon twice to perform heroics in the dressing room end goal. Portlaw had to be content with points by Craig Fraher (f) and a Jamie Murphy ‘65’ from the Olivers custodian’s second save to leave just one goal separating the teams with ten minutes to play. Once again, Micheal Culloo popped over a valuable point for the winner’s after good work by Elliot Stackwood and Liam O’Brien while substitute Cian Horwood had a goal

scoring opportunity in the 52nd minute. Portlaw threw everything at the winners in the time remaining and Jamie Murphy’s goal scoring effort from a close in free was again saved by the superb Donagh Looby. Murphy opted for white flags in the 58th and in the 61st minute from frees to leave just 0-2 the difference at 2-10 to 1-11 but it was the winners who finished the stronger to close out the game. Elliot Stackwood completed a fine individual display with a point from play in the 63rd minute while Mikey O’Brien, having contained the influence of Luke Power over the hour, thundered up field in the 63rd minute to dissect the posts with a game winning insurance point, 2-12 to 1-11. Portlaw were worthy opposition to Olivers but over the course of the hour they struck eleven wides compared to six

for the winner’s and in Donagh Looby, they encountered a goalie that saved everything thrown at him in the second half. PRESENTATION Treasurer of the County Board, John Jackson had the pleasure in presenting the cup to the winning captain, Rob Shine, amid scenes of great excitement as both cups played for on the night were brought up the N25 to the Western Division. St. Olivers Top Three: Donagh Looby, Liam O Connell, Rob Shine. Portlaw’s Top Three: Jamie Murphy, Jack Behan, Jake Scanlon. Observer’s Man of the Match: Donagh Looby. Number of Scorers: St. Olivers 7. Portlaw 5. Scores from Play: St. Olivers 2-9. Portlaw 1-4. Frees For: St. Olivers 5. Portlaw 12. Wides: St. Olivers 6. Portlaw 11.

Score of the Match: St. Oliver’s 50th minute point engineered by Elliot Stackwood and Liam O’Brien and executed by Micheal Culloo. Scorers – St. Olivers: Elliot Stackwood, 1-1, Mikey Phelan 10, Liam O’Connell and Micheal Culloo 0-3 each, Mark Lynch 03(2f, 1’65’), Liam O’Brien and Mikey O’Brien 0-1 each. Portlaw: Jamie Murphy 0-6 (5f, 1 ‘65’), Luke Power 1-0, Jake Scanlon and John Power 0-2 each, Craig Fraher 0-1f. St. Olivers: Donagh Looby, Richie Lynch, Rob Shine, Jack Griffin, Mikey O’Brien, Tiernan O’Connell, Liam O’Connell, Mikey Phelan, Elliot Stackwood, Mark Lynch, Liam O’Brien, David Hally, Micheal Culloo. Subs: Cian Horwood, Joe Duggan. Portlaw: Daryl Walsh, Erin Furlong, Peter Boylan, Jack Behan, Jordan Harte, Jamie Murphy, Luke Woods, Jordan Sullivan, Jake Scanlon, John Power, Anthony Morrissey, Luke Power, Craig Fraher. Sub: Shane O’Brien. Referee: Edmund Fitzgerald (Passage).

John Jackson, Treasurer Co. GAA Board presents the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Division 3 Co. Minor Hurling Cup to St. Oliver's Captain, Rob Shine. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

St. Olivers who beat Portlaw in the Division 3 Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons sponsored Co. Minor Hurlinbg championship played in Carriganore. Back row left to right: P. J. O’Brien, Donnagh Looby, Jack Griffin, Liam O’Connell, Mikey Phelan, Mike O’Brien, Elliot Stackwood, Tiernan O’Connell, Sam Hallahan. Front row left to right: Cian Horwood, Mark Lynch, Michéal Culloo, Liam O’Brien, Joe Duggan, Rob Shine (captain), Richie Lynch, David Hally. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

James Kirwan Memorial Football Tournament

Sean Phobail retains James Kirwan Cup in extra-time Sean Phobail ............... 3-22; Dungarvan ................... 4-15. SEAN Phobail won the James Kirwan Memorial Cup for the third successive year in Pairc Colmain last Saturday afternoon. The attendance was treated to plenty scores by both sets of players with extra time being required to eventually separate the teams. The first of the game’s seven goals came after just thirty seconds when Gavin Power finished the ball to the net in Dungarvan’s initial attack. Sean Phobail’s reply was a positive one in recording seven of the next eight scores via Timmy Power, Patrick Conway, Aidan

Fitzgerald (2) and Padraig Healy (3) with a single reply coming from the Blue’s goal scorer, Gavin Power, 0-7 to 1-1. The visitors came more into the game in the second quarter and points by Liam Ryan, Fionn Hallahan and Sean Ryan (2) with responses from Richard Stilwell and Cormac Nugent leaving the minimum between the teams at 0-9 to 1-5 with 23 minutes played. However, the holders of the cup, Sean Phobail, finished the half the stronger with a well worked individual goal by Richard Stilwell in the 29th minute helping to send the winners in at the break lead-

ing by 1-11 to 1-6. Dungarvan completely dominated the restart but their return on the scoreboard, on foot of numerous missed scoring opportunities, was just 0-4 in the third quarter. Fionn Hallahan (2), Liam Ryan and Kenny Moore found the range with replies by Brendan Hogan and a rejuvenated Timmy Power shaping a score of 1-13 to 1-10 at the end of the third quarter. The visitors jumped into the lead in the 18th minute when Conor Sheridan, now playing at full forward, and Sean Ryan combined to send Fionn Hallahan in for their second goal. The Blues held

this lead until a Graham Guiry point levelled the contest in the 51st minute, following which the Shocks took control once more resulting in match winning looking points by Timmy Power, Bryan French, Brendan Hogan and Cormac Nugent, 1-19 to 2-12 with 57 minutes played. Credit Dungarvan, 0-4 in arrears and time almost up, sub Conor Hayes rattled the net on receipt of a pass from Conor Sheridan and the game headed for extra time when a Kenny Moore point levelled the match for the third time on the sounding of the long whistle at 1-19 to 3-13. The first half of extra time

Sean Phobail team who retained the James Kirwan Memorial Cup.

Dungarvan team who were defeated in the James Kirwan Memorial Cup.

also didn’t separate the teams with Fionn Hallahan and Timmy Power trading green flags and Padraig Healy and Sean Ryan white ones. With the teams level at 2-20 to 4-14, the key score arrived in the first minute of the second period of extra time when Graham Guiry found the net followed by points by Padraig Healy and Timmy Power (f). At the other end of the field, Aidan Power saved well from Conor Sheridan and the Blues only score in this half was a Kenny Moore at the death as the holders ran out deserving 0-4 winners. Presentations took place

in John Paul’s Bar with Nora Kirwan presenting the James Kirwan Cup to the winning captain Cormac Nugent while the referee chosen man of the match award was shared between Ray Terry (Sean Phobail) and Sean Ryan (Dungarvan). Both sets of players were generously treated to refreshments, courtesy of Ellen Wade and Cathal Hogan. Scorers: Sean Phobail: Tadhg De Paor 1-4 (2f), Padraig O hEalaithr 0-5, Risteard Stilwell and Graham O Gadhra 1-1 each, Bryan Frinnseach 0-3, Padraig O Conbhui, Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Cormac O hInnseaduin and Breandan O hOgain 0-2 each. Dungarvan: Fionn Hallahan 25 (1f), Gavin Power 1-1, Kenny

Moore 0-4 (1f), Conor Hayes 1-0, Sean Ryan 0-3, Liam Ryan 0-2. Sean Phobail: Aodhan De Paor; Padraig O Ceirinn, Reamonn O Turraoin, Domhnall O Murchu; Liam O Raghallaigh, Cormac O hInnseaduin, Diarmuid O Cuirrin; Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Risteard Stilwell; Bryan Frinnseach, Graham O Gadhra, Breandan O hOgain; Tadhg De Paor, Padraig O Conbhui, Padraig O hEalaithe. Fir Ionaid: Sean Stilwell, Reamonn De Paor. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Sean Hyslop, Conor Sheridan, Jack Lacey; Denis Kirwan, Sean Ryan, John Curran; Kenny Moore, Liam Ryan; Aidan Kirwan, Gavin Power, Darragh Lyons; Aaron Donnolly, Rian Crotty, Fionn Hallahan. Sub: Conor Hayes. Referee: Timmy Organ (Ballinacourty).

Nora Kirwan presents the James Kirwan Memorial Cup to Sean Phobail captain Cormac Nugent. Also included is Chairman of Sean Phobail GAA Club John Murphy.

Referee Timmy Organ (Ballinacourty) pictured with captain Aidan Kirwan (Dungarvan) and Cormac Nugent (Sean Phobail).

Waterford County Board GAA Results JJ Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling Championship - Division 2 - Knock-Out Abbeyside 1-16; Clan na Gael 2-11. JJ Kavanagh & Sons Minor Hurling Championship - Division 3 - Knock-Out St. Oliver's 2-11; Portlaw 1-10. JJ Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship - Knockout Tallow 1-14; Ballyduff Upper 0-16 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football Championship - Group 1 Ballinacourty 1-9; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-8. Western Intermediate Hurling Championship KO Modeligo 1-15; Ardmore 1-14. Whites Bar Eastern Intermediate Hurling League

Knock-out Erins Own 2-14; Dunhill 1-14. Tony Kirwan Plant Hire Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Knock-out Bunmahon 2-8; Portlaw 0-8 County U-16 Hurling Division 2 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch St. Patrick's 3-9; Brickey Rangers 0-17. County U-14 Hurling Division 1 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch Roanmore 3-6; Ballygunner 2-7. County U-14 Hurling Division 2 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch Mt. Sion 2-10; Brickey Rangers 0-8. County U-14 Hurling Division 3 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch

Cappoquin 3-6; Ferrybank 2-7. County U-14 Hurling Division 4 Knock-out Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch St Saviour's 3-3; St Molleran's 2-4. East U-11 Gaelic Football Division 1 De La Salle 1-5; Roanmore 0-5. Gaultier 6-14; St Mary's Juvenile 0-0. East U-11 Gaelic Football Division 2 Portlaw 6-2; Ferrybank 1-5 Rathgormack 5-9; John Mitchel's 7-1 Gaultier 7-3; Butlerstown 5-7 East U-12 Gaelic Football Division 1 Ferrybank 5-5; St Mary's Juvenile 1-9 Micheal MacCraith Tramore W/O Mt. Sion East U-12 Gaelic Football Division 2 St. Molleran's 3-7; John Mitchel's 4-2

Na Gaeil 7-10; Butlerstown 0-2 Portlaw W/O St Saviour's Town & Country U-11 Gaelic Football Division 2 Ger Wyley Sports Brickey Rangers 1-2; Ardmore 1-1 Cois Bhride W/O Cappoquin Kilrossanty 1-2; St. Oliver's 1-1. St. Patrick's 1-2; Naomh Brid 1-1 Town & Country U-12 Gaelic Football Division 1 Ger Wyley Sports Rathgormack W/O Dungarvan Town & Country U-12 Gaelic Football Division 2 Ger Wyley Sports Ballyduff Upper W/O Ardmore The Nire W/O Naomh Carthaigh -

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Three in-a-row titles for Lismore Camogie Club Lismore ……………...0-15; St. Annes ………………1-7. SUNDAY, October 3rd, 2015 was County Final Day for the club’s Senior Camogie Team and they were going for a three in a row of County Finals against arch rivals St. Anne's. This game was played in Fraher field Dungarvan in perfect weather conditions for a good game of camogie and indeed both teams served up a very entertaining game for all who attended. Throw-in was at 2 o’clock under the guidance of referee John Kirby and it was Lismore’s Ruth Geoghegan who opened the scoring of the game with a point in the third minute, and some very competitive camogie was being played with St. Anne's Zoe O’Donoghue denied a possible goal when her effort

hit off the crossbar of the Lismore Goal. Nine minutes into the game Lismore’s Aoife Hannon scored their second point from a placed ball. It was St. Anne's Zoe O’Donoghue who scored her side’s first point of the day on the twelfth minute but was counteracted two minutes later when Lismore’s Shona Curran scored Lismore’s third point. It was St. Anne's who scored the next two points of the game courtesy of Jennie Simpson which meant both sides drew level on twenty three minutes which was very short lived as Lismore’s Aoife Hannon scored a point to put her side ahead once again on the twenty fourth minute. St. Anne's won a free on the twenty sixth minute and St.

Anne's Pauline Cunningham stepped up to take the free which dipped under the Lismore bar putting St. Anne's two points ahead. Lismore’s Caithriona McGlone scored another point on the twenty eight minute before St. Anne's Jennie Simpson scored another for her side from a free in injury time putting two points between the sides at half-time. Lismore 0-5; St. Annes 1-4. The second half began with Lismore once more on the attack and were unlucky to not have scored a goal when Aoife Hannons shot at goal was saved by St. Anne's Becky Kavanagh which was deflected for a "45" in which Aoife converted for a point followed shortly by another well taken point by Caithriona McGlone.

Lismore’s youngest supporter with her mammy and aunt at the County Final.

Lismore Senior Team celebrates their County Final win with the clubs U-8 team.

Lismore were well on top of their game and St. Annes were finding it very difficult to contain the Lismore attack and it was Aoife Hannon and Caithriona McGlone who took sole charge of the scoring in the second half. St. Anne's scored their first point of the half on the sixteenth minute from a Jennie Simpson free. leaving the score reading Lismore 0-10; St. Annes 1-4. On fifty minutes a terrific save by Lismore’s Tanya Morrissey the ball was clumsily cleared by the Lismore defence resulting on one of the players touching the ball on the ground and St. Annes being awarded a penalty which was driven wide by St. Anne's Jennie Simpson. Lismore’s Aoife Hannon scored three more points from frees with St. Anne's Jennie Simpson scoring one point for her side with five minutes to go. Aoife Hannon and Jennie Simpson scored a point each leading into injury time with four points separating the sides before Caithriona McGlone having the final say in the game scoring her point in the dying minutes. Victory for Lismore at the final whistle Lismore 0-15; St. Anne's 1-7. Lismore’s Captain Shauna Kiernan received the Senior Championship cup from County Board chairperson Ita Murphy. Shauna in her speech thanked her fellow players and team management for all the work they put into training during the year and welcomed and thanked the team’s new sponsor Michael O’Leary of The Red House Lismore. Shauna thanked St. Anne's for the terrific game of camogie.

It was back to Lismore for the night’s celebrations with a lovely meal provided for the team and management by Lismore Camogie Club at the newly refurbished Lismore House Hotel and then over to the Red House for the celebrations and sing-song. Lismore will be the county's representatives in the Munster Club Championship. They have got a bye to the Munster final on November 14th and await the winners of Cork and Tipperary in the Munster Semi-Final. Lismore Panel: T. Morrissey, S. Coughlan, S. Prendergast, M. Russell, A. Houlihan, S. Kernan, J. Houlihan, S. Curran (0-1), G. Kenneally, E. Power, C. McGlone (0-4), R. Geoghegan (0-1), N. Morrissey, J. Kingston, A. Hannon (0-9) E. Curran, A. Russell, S. Geoghegan, E. Heneghan, B. McGlone, S. Williams Substitutions: E. Curran for J. Kingston and S. Geoghegan for J. Houlihan. Trainer/Selector: Seamus Prendergast. Selectors: Geraldine Barry,

Lismore Team Captain Shauna Kiernan with the County Senior Cup in Fraher Field. Jim Russell and Austin Curran. Physio: Colin Walsh

CONDOLENCES All in Lismore camogie club would like to extend their

condolences to the Farrow family, South Mall, Lismore on the sad passing of Graham (Faz) during the past week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

The Barry Family at the Senior camogie County Final in Fraher Field.

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Waterford County Camogie

Three in-a-row titles for Lismore THE PREMIUM BUTCHER SENIOR COUNTY FINAL Lismore ………………0-15; St. Anne’s ……………..1-7. LISMORE accomplished their three in a row mission with an imposing second half display at Fraher Field on Saturday afternoon. After trailing by 1-4 to 0-5 at the break, the champions outscored St. Anne’s by ten points to three to prove that they remain as hungry as ever for further trophies. Aoife Hannon (0-9) and Caithriona McGlone (0-4) drove them on in attack. Hannon is one of the deadliest finishers in the county and she churned out seven second half efforts. Waterford captain McGlone also made an impact from centre forward with her direct runs down the centre. The Lismore defence contained St. Anne’s to 1-1 from play. Tanya Morrissey made a couple of outstanding stops, Marie Russell charged out from corner back and skipper Shauna Kiernan stopped the flow of the ball inside at number six. Grainne Kenneally and Shona Curran also got the better of the middle battle. Jennie Simpson was the driving force behind St. Anne’s half-time lead and she was helped out by Niamh Rockett and Zoe O’Donoghue. Pauline Cunningham’s goal on 27 minutes put the challengers ahead for the first time. Her point attempt caught Tanya Morrissey unawares and the ball landed in the back of the net. Lismore dominated up to that

stage but recorded seven first half wides. They led by 0-3 to 0-1 after the first quarter with Ruth Geoghegan, Aoife Hannon (free) and Shona Curran raising white flags. It should have been more emphatic however and St Annes picked up as the half wore on. Jennie Simpson levelled at three points apiece on 24 minutes with two frees. Lismore restored their lead when McGlone teed up Hannon. That fortunate goal from Cunningham put a different complexion on things as St. Anne’s chased a first title since 2012. The wing forward was denied a second goal when she was sent through by Niamh Rockett. McGlone and Simpson (free) exchanged singles to leave St. Anne’s two points to the good (1-4 to 0-5). Lismore stayed out on the field for the half-time break and seemed revved up when play resumed. They took charge of the third quarter and five points in a row followed. Hannon claimed three of those with McGlone on target twice to push them 0-10 to 1-4 clear. Hannon looked for a goal from a free on 37 minutes but her shot was blocked and she converted the subsequent 45. It took St. Anne’s sixteen minutes to get their first second half single through a Niamh Rockett free. Hannon reacted immediately with another placed ball. Tanya Morrissey came to Lismore’s aid twice to bat away Zoe O’Donoghue’s effort and then fling herself down to keep out Jennie

Simpson. As Lismore attempted to clean up the messy situation around the goal, referee John Kirby awarded a penalty for a pick up off the ground. With only three points between the teams, Jennie Simpson directed her penalty left and wide. Lismore were out of the woods and Hannon tacked on a free, a 45 and one from play before McGlone wrapped up a fine afternoon with her fourth point. In injury time, Simpson blasted a shot off the left hand post past the dive of Morrissey. Shauna Kiernan lifted the county cup and Lismore can now target a Munster final against either the Cork or Tipperary champions on November 14. Scorers for Lismore: A Hannon 0-9 (4fs, 2 45s), C McGlone 0-4, R Geoghegan, S Curran 0-1 each. Scorers for St. Anne’s: J. Simpson 0-5 (5fs), P. Cunningham 1-0, Z. O’Donoghue, N. Rockett (1f) 0-1 each. Lismore: T Morrissey; S. Coughlan, S. Prendergast, M. Russell; A. Houlihan, S. Kiernan, J. Houlihan; S. Curran, G. Kenneally; A. Hannon, C. McGlone, E. Power; R. Geoghegan, N. Morrissey, J. Kingston. Subs: S. Geoghegan for J. Houlihan, E. Curran for Kingston. St Anne’s: R. Kavanagh; A. Keating, L. Dunbarr, N. Behan; S. Bonnar, C. Whyte, M. Murphy; C. Murphy, C. Raher; S. Harney, J. Simpson, P. Cunningham; Z. O’Donoghue, N. Rockett, M. McDonald. Subs: B. Grace for Behan, R. McDonald for M. McDonald. Referee: J. Kirby.

Carton and Madigan shine as Salle crush Cappoquin THE PREMIUM BUTCHER MINOR COUNTY FINAL De La Salle …………5-15; Cappoquin ……………3-4. BETH Carton and Aisling Madigan scored 4-13 between them as De La Salle continued their underage dominance with a first ever county minor success. The two half forwards in red helmets were rampant. Carton netted a screamer to get her started and accumulated 4-7 in all (4-2 from play). Aisling Madigan raised three white flags in both halves and looks ready to make the jump to inter county level. Full back Taylor Healy showed her bravery on a couple of occasions and midfielder Courtney Healy split the posts twice. Cappoquin were always chasing those Carton goals yet never threw in the towel. County star Aisling Power kept her head up and that persistence earned her a second half hat-trick among a personal tally of 3-2. Cappoquin led by two points to one after nine min-

utes when Carton jetted off on a solo run. After eating up the ground, she had one look up when she reached the 21 metre line and fired across Ellen Meaney to the far corner. The keeper never moved. For her second on 15 minutes, a sidestep took out three defenders before she slammed a low shot to the rigging. Madigan displayed her power and accuracy to leave them 2-5 to 0-3 ahead at half-time. Cappoquin number nine Lauren McGregor was unfortunate to see her effort crash off the post with Brianna O’Regan beaten. Aisling Power gave them hope when her daisy cutter trickled under O’Regan seven minutes into the second half. Salle quickly cancelled it out with points from Carton, Healy and Madigan. On 43 minutes, Power blasted a close range free past seven defenders on the line. Carton responded by charging down the middle and even though Meaney

saved, the alert Caoimhe Drohan pulled home the rebound. Carton completed her hat-trick with a quick turn and strike but her fourth had a shade of good fortune about it as Meaney misjudged the bounce from a long delivery. Power finished a lively outing with an injury time consolation as O’Regan couldn’t keep out her stinging shot. Scorers for De La Salle: B. Carton 4-7 (4fs, 1 45’), A. Madigan 0-6, C. Drohan 1-0, C. Healy 0-2. Scorers for Cappoquin: A. Power 3-2 (1-2fs), R. Uniacke, L. McGregor 0-1 each. De La Salle: B. O’Regan; K. Ryan, T. Healy, E. Fitzgerald; C. Twomey, N. Robinson, C. Hogan; C. Healy, N. Murphy; K. O’Keeffe, B. Carton, A. Madigan; B. Roche, C. Dempsey, C. Drohan. Subs: P. Farrell, C. Boland, R. Butler. Cappoquin: E. Meaney; J. Morrissey, S. O’Brien, E. Power; E. Looby, R. Cahillane, N. Moore; C. Glavin, L. McGregor; N. Foley, R. Uniacke, A. Power; C. Curran, N. Coffey, A. Barry. Referee: S. McCarthy

Pictured are the Kilrossanty/Brickeys u-12 team who took part in the Munster u-12 Go Games blitz in Fermoy recently. Photo shows front row L to R: Kayla Lonergan, Clara Jane Organ, Aoibhe Kirwan, Aoife Curran, Evie Dwyer, Aoibhín Walsh, Siobhan Lennon. Back Row L to R: Emma Power, Áine O’Neill, Ellen Maye, Helena Barry, Nadia Power, Aoife Barry.

Study on the Cruciate Ligament Injury IT Carlow launches injury prevention programme THE “unsurmountable increase” in the number of lower extremity injuries in 1318 year old hurlers and Gaelic football players is to be addressed with the announcement of the country’s first-ever National Adolescent Injury Prevention Programme in what will be a unique collaboration between the GAA and Institute of Technology Carlow (IT Carlow). Training overload, skeletal immaturity and adolescent growth spurts, combined with training errors, poor techniques and mismatched age groups (size, maturity and experience), has resulted in adolescent GAA players being particularly vulnerable to injury, according to Dr. Clare Lodge, a Chartered Physiotherapist and Lecturer at IT Carlow. She will lead a research programme designed to monitor and prevent the growing epidemic of adolescent sports injuries and facilitate a healthy player pathway from underage to adulthood. “Adolescents are vulnerable in terms of overload and growth related injuries in sport and Gaelic games are no exception to this with young players often playing for school, club and county, often in more than one age and, as a result, potentially exposing themselves to avoidable injuries”, commented Dr. Clare Lodge, Chartered Physiotherapist and Lecturer at IT Carlow. “Well documented injury risk factors particular to the adolescent population include previous injury history, skeletal immaturity and training overload in par-

ticular. Other potential risk factors may include structural alignment, lack of flexibility, strength deficiency and imbalance, adolescent growth spurts and late maturation for boys. "This new research programme will set out to study this vulnerable cohort, surveying the modifiable risk factors as well as assessing the effectiveness of specific strategies at potentially decreasing the incidence of injuries within this sporting group”, Dr. Lodge concluded. Countries such as the US and Canada are currently leading the way in preventive treatment in adolescent sports injuries with Canada developing a national strategy to address the growing issue of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries in the adolescent population. However, no such research programme has been undertaken in Ireland do date – until now. The initiative will represent the first research of its nature in Ireland that seeks to clinically assess and evaluate the effect of a structured regimen on injury incidence in adolescent players. The programme will be run out of IT Carlow’s health CORE campus research centre, with the full co-operation of the GAA, over 24 months. Participating schools will take part in structured warm-ups, incorporating the five key areas linked to injury prevention, as well as self-wellness monitoring and self-reported injury incidence through a

smartabase application. Coaches and trainers involved with secondary schools in Leinster and Munster (traditionally participating in the senior schools tournaments) are also to be included in the study. They will be educated and mentored throughout the season with a designated sports scientist and required to implement a learned programme at the start of every training session or pre-match participation, during the trial period. Neuromuscular components of each player will be evaluated at the start, middle and end of the research period to explore and analyse any acquired physical effects that may have occurred. Pat Daly, Head of Games Development & Research for the GAA commented, “The findings of this research programme will have a strong bearing on informing and guiding optimal GAA practice guidelines when evaluating and implementing injury prevention strategies to young GAA teams, with the focus being on the well-being and optimal health of the player. "It will offer great support to coaches, trainers and managers to optimise clinical care and support for their players. The rising costs of treatment and patient services, as well as high rates of insurance claims for lower limb injuries, also means that the most efficient, economic and optimal measures must be used to minimise injury and reduce costs”.

Cheque presentation to the Jonah Project from the 20th Roanmore Charity Hurling Blitz. €5,637.50 a great result. Thanks to all who made the Charity Blitz such a great success not just this year but over the last twenty. A special thanks to De La Salle and Mount Sion for their continued assistance. We have now raised over €66,000 for deserving local charities. The 2015 Roanmore Charity Blitz had 136 teams taking part from all over Munster and Leinster. 1,636 children took part on a sunny Saturday and this year the Charity Blitz was part of the European Week of Sport. It was certainly the biggest GAA Blitz in Ireland and probably Europe.

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Tony Kirwan Plant Hire East I.F.C. Final

Dwan goals decisive as Portlaw relinquishes title Bunmahon ……………2-8, Portlaw ………………...0-8. PORTLAW’S dream of double Intermediate success this year evaporated in Walsh Park on Saturday last where the defending champions relinquished their football title when going down by two goals to a determined Bunmahon side that took inspiration from a powerful midfield display by Micheal Harney and superb finishing by full forward Shane Dwan who finished with a personal tally of 2-3 on the board. Portlaw went into this game as strong favourites on the back of a good win over a strong Kill outfit and Bunmahon knew that to have a chance of winning they would have to find some way of containing the threat of the free scoring Paul Power and in that regard they succeeded admirably with John Fenton marking tightly and Owen Fitzgerald operating as a spare man between the full and half back lines to cut off supply to the Portlaw ace and so denying him a score from play. Bunmahon set out their stall early with Shane Dwan shooting his first point inside a minute and they continued to frustrate Portlaw by retaining possession in the opening minutes, picking off points from Niall Queally and Dwan again, with a particularly brilliant strike. Portlaw got off the mark in the 10th minute with Paul Power slotting over a free but Bunmahon continued to dominate possession

before going back into a three point lead from Conal Queally’s point in the 18th minute. A fine point from midfielder Darren Long in the 19th minute lifted Portlaw and they seemed to have moved up a gear when Frank Galvin pointed in the 22nd minute. Paul Power found space in the 25th minute to set a goal chance for Richie Fitzpatrick but his effort was blocked for a ‘45’ which Power sent over to send the teams in on level terms at 0-4 each. Portlaw appeared to have gained their momentum coming up to half-time but now was Micheal Harney’s time and he came storming into the game on the resumption, breaking forward to score a great point. Before Portlaw could regroup the tireless Richie Walsh sent a pin point delivery towards Shane Dwan who took the ball on the run and, going forward, sent the ball crashing to the net past a helpless Chris Mackey in the 34th minute. With Bunmahon now regaining control in midfield, Harney continued to break forward, setting up Niall Queally for his second point in the 42nd minute and when Ciaran Buckley made it a six point game a minute later the alarm bells were ringing for Portlaw. Michael Donnelly moved to full forward in a switch with Paul Power resulting in Power setting him up for a point in the 48th minute and when Power pointed a free in

the 52nd minute there was still time for Portlaw to reel in the deficit. Such hopes were quickly dashed however, as a minute later a long delivery was snapped up by Shane Dwan and as he had done earlier he left the defenders in his wake as he sent another pile driver to the net. Substitute D. J. Foran hit back with a Portlaw point to leave two goals between the teams and though the champions piled on the pressure with the clock running down, Bunmahon defended with great determination as Harney came away with the ball from under his posts. Another Portlaw point from Darren Rockett in the 58th minute kept their hopes alive as the referee signalled four minutes of added time. Tempers became a little frayed as Paul Shankey saw a yellow card but the Bunmahon defence was unyielding and the issue was sealed when Niall Queally broke out with the ball and sent it on to Shane Dwan, the only forward in the Portlaw half, and he again showed his pace and strength to race forward and send over the last score of the game. While Portlaw failed to reproduce the form of their earlier games full credit must go to Bunmahon for the effort they produced and the manner in which they set out their stall to take on the favourites. As already said Micheal Harney and Shane Dwan were their big men with John Fenton, Niall Queally, John

Roche, Richie Walsh and Conal Queally all figuring prominently. Portlaw were never allowed to play this game on their terms with Bunmahon packing midfield and defence and breaking forward and playing the ball into space for Dwan to show his power and pace. There was no lack of effort on the part of the defending champions but on a day when their top men were held, nothing seemed to go right for them. Bunmahon now face into a county final against the winners of the Western final replay between Ballinameela and Geraldines. Scorers – Bunmahon: Shane Dwan 2-3, Niall Queally 0-2, Micheal Harney, Conal Queally and Ciaran Buckley 0-1 each. Portlaw: Paul Power 0-3 (2Fs, 1’45’), Michael Donnelly, Darren Long, Frank Galvin, D. J. Foran and Darren Rockett 0-1 each. Bunmahon: Brendan Murphy, Owen Fitzgerald, John Fenton, Kieran Roche, Niall Queally, John Roche, Fionn Buckley, Pa Queally, Micheal Harney, Richie Walsh, Ciaran Buckley, Ciaran Hearne, Dylan Power, Shane Dwan, Conal Queally. Sub: Jeff Halley for Dylan Power. Portlaw: Chris Mackey, Blake O’Connor, Paul Shankey, James Rooney, Darren Rockett, Frank Galvin, Ger Morahan, Darren Long, Eoin Galvin, John Power, John Hartley, Michael Donnelly, Richie Fitzpatrick, Paul Power, Mark Morahan,. Subs – Niall Fitzgerald for E. Galvin, Damien Fitzpatrick for R. Fitzpatrick, D. J. Foran for M. Morahan, David Kearns for F. Galvin. Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erin’s Own).

Local Bar Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Final in the Fraher Field, Sunday, October 11th at 1 p.m. Brickeys v Shamrocks THIS year’s Junior ‘B’ Hurling decider brings together two teams who haven’t met in this championship to date this year. Brickeys have recorded wins over Geraldines, An Rinn, Abbeyside and Modeligo with one loss to Glen Rovers in the Group stages while they accounted for the latter opposition by 2-7 to 1-5 in the semi final. In Group 2 Shamrocks were unbeaten with wins against Ballysaggart, Clashmore, Cappoquin, and Ballinameela before accounting for Abbeyside in the semifinal by 2-12 to 1-14. Going on the above games, Brickeys have the better forwards with a combined 120 pts scored compared to 99 by Shamrocks while the far West team has

the better record in defence with a combined 58 pts conceded compared to 66 pts by the Bushy Park men. Of the two teams in their semi-final games, Shamrocks looked the more impressive but that may not count for anything on a new day out. The Knockanore club will be looking to Liam Murphy, in goal, his nephews Chris and Jamie out the field and others such as Bernie Kelleher, Ed O’Neill, Alan Kelly, Sean Murphy and Keegan O’Farrell in attack to work the scoreboard. Baldwin and Tom O’Neill will marshal a defence that will be aiming to curb the Brickeys scoring. The Shamrocks will be without their full forward Padraig Tobin on Sunday and the Observer and all local Gaels wish him a complete recovery from his recent operation. Brickeys won this title when they defeated Glen Rovers in 2012 while

Abbeyside got the better of them the following year. While they didn’t perform well in the semi-final and are without a number of players who would normally play this grade, they are a dangerous animal in a final and having experienced championship wins in various grades in both codes, Brickeys will be keen to bring home another cup. The honeymooning James Cooney will be an absentee between the posts more than likely while the team has very good players at this level in such as Kevin McCarthy, Jordan Whelan Veale, Eoghan Drea, David Ryan and Tadhg Tobin while the Walsh twins Ian and Conor are further options at either end of the field. We could be in store for a thrilling final here, and the nod goes to the Shamrocks if they can produce their semi-final form for the full hour. Forecast : Shamrocks.

Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Final Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v Modeligo in Fraher Field Sunday, October 11th at 2.30 p.m. RELEGATED in 2014, Clashmore have regrouped very well to contest this Sunday’s Intermediate Hurling final against Modeligo in the Fraher Field at 2.30 pm and on all recent games played in this grade, they will go in the slightest of favourites to beat a Modeligo team that have also impressed in this grade after winning the Junior title in 2014. The word is that Brian O’Halloran may be an absentee this Sunday due to a hamstring injury. Clashmore are still blessed with many fine wielders of the

caman and in the three Bourke brothers, the two Prendergasts, Edmund O’Halloran, Sean Fleming, Darren Foley, Paudie O’Rourke, Cillian O’Keeffe and Paul O’Connor, they have the players capable of taking home the cup. Modeligo are the only unbeaten team in the championship to date and they have still found themselves as narrow outsiders in their recent games. This will be their third week on the trot lining out in the Fraher Field and the two close games against Ardmore will either stand to them. Cian O’Byrne was the hero last Friday and he will again man the goal while they are strong up the centre in the persons

of Brian McCarthy, Pat Fitzgerald, John McGrath and Kieran McCarthy at midfield, Sean O’Donovan and Tom Devine. Team captain Pa O’Donovan is hurling to his full potential at the moment and Robbie Buckley, Sean Hennessy, Thomas Walsh, Shane Troy, Rian Reddy, the injury hampered Jamie Troy, Nicky O’Donovan, the returned Pa Walsh, Michael Troy and Louis Queally are all part of a group unbeaten in championship hurling on Irish soil for two years.This promises to be another close encounter with Clashmore getting the nod to advance to play Portlaw in the County Final. Forecast: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club - Enjoying the 10th Annual 'Dan Fraher Long Puck' was Kevin Sheehan, Gearoid Hallinan and Mike Kearns.

Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Replay

Modeligo produces dramatic replay win Modeligo .....………… 1-15; Ardmore ......………… 1-14. FRIDAY night last saw the third meeting in this year’s championship of these two sides, and even though they couldn't be separated on the two previous occasions, they certainly saved the most dramatic finale for this latest instalment in Fraher Field. In a game which saw the sides level twelve times over the hour, it's fair to say that it is unfortunate that there could only be one winner here. Ardmore started off better out of the blocks here, with Modeligo having a slightly jittery opening few minutes. Passes seemed to go astray from off the hand and Hurley, and the usually un-erring Jamie Troy missed his first effort from a free. Meanwhile, Ardmore had opened their account with two points from David Gartland and Kenny Murphy. Early nerves for Modeligo were settled by another free, pointed by Troy and followed shortly afterwards by a Seán O'Donovan point to level matters. This set the trend of the opening half, as each time one side pulled away by a point or two, they were pegged back. Seamus Prendergast added a score from play, with two other long range efforts raising white flags for Ardmore. Modeligo responded each time with points from John McGrath and Shane Troy, with Pa O'Donovan adding a brace of scores. Even when Modeligo hit the front with two minutes to go to the break, they were pegged back again by another Gartland free. But Modeligo had just enough time from the puck-out to find Pa O'Donovan who added a fine effort from play to steal a lead by the bare minimum going in at the break by 0-9 to 0-8. The opening exchanges of the second half went along the same lines as the first, with Gartland levelling mat-

ters before putting Ardmore back into the lead within 5 minutes of the restart, both coming from frees. Tom Devine, now operating a bit further out the field, got in on the scoring act for Modeligo in this half, contributing two points from open play. Jamie Troy and P. O'Donovan also added to their tally, but at the other end, Gartland kept the scoreboard ticking-over for Ardmore from placed balls. In fact, other than the late goal, a fine Wayne Hennessey point was Ardmore's only other score from play in this second period. Pa O'Donovan, who really stood out over these two games, shipped a heavy tackle to send over a great score for Modeligo entering the final five minutes to lead by one again. Ardmore corner forward Thomas Power, showed great pace in attacking the sea-end goal, and with the initial shot partially blocked, finished to the net to put Ardmore two in front - 1-14 to 0-15. Modeligo appealed for a free out, but the goal stood; green-flag went up, and Ardmore seemed safe. Even more so when the next passage of play saw them gain possession, and again went at Modeligo's defence, and found an opening. A point would have probably sealed the win, but the goal looked like it was on, only for Cian O'Byrne to race out of goal and make an oustanding save. With the follow-on sent wide, the resultant puck-out went straight to Devine who surged past players to win possession. A pin-point pass found Seánie O'Donovan who was hauled down just outside the square. Ardmore protested, as Pa O'Donovan stood over the free. The one minute of injury time that Referee Tommy O'Sullivan had allowed was well underway.

Pa O’Donovan’s shot was saved and cleared, only to be returned with pace at a perfect height by Thomas "Tyler" Walsh. Someone got a touch to it - possibly even an Ardmore man, and it ended up in the net. The puck-out was won, the final whistle sounded and Modeligo were the victors, and survived this battle to make it through to the Western Intermediate Hurling Final for only the second time ever in the club's history, the last being in 2010, when losing to Ardmore) It was a cruel, cruel way to exit the championship for Ardmore, and great credit is due to them for their part played in the two excellent games over the past week which saw all that is good about the Intermediate grade here in the West. For Ardmore, David Gartland, Kenny Murphy, Seamus Keating and Wayne Hennessey excelled while Cian O'Byrne's display in goal; Pat Fitzgerald; Shane Troy, Rian Teddy and in particular, Pa O'Donovan, who scored 0-5 from play over the hour, all stood out for Modeligo. Scorers for Modeligo: J. Troy (4fs), P. O’Donovan 0-5 each, T. Walsh 1-0, T. Devine 0-2, S. Troy, J. McGrath, S. O’Donovan 0-1 each. Scorers for Ardmore: D. Gartland 0-7 (7fs), T. Power 1-0, W Hennessy 0-2, C. O’Shea, K. Murphy, S. Barron, T. Conway, S. Prendergast 0-1 each. Modeligo: C. O’Byrne; S. Hennessy, B. McCarthy, R. Buckley; T. Walsh, P. Fitzgerald, S. Troy; S. O’Donovan, J. McGrath; P. Walsh, J Troy, K. McCarthy; P. O’Donovan, T. Devine, R. Reddy. Subs: M. Troy for J. Troy, N. O’Donovan for Hennessy. Ardmore: J. O’Donnell; N. Hennessy, D. Prendergast, M. Cronin; R. Hennessy, G. Williams, C. O’Shea; W. Hennessy, K. Murphy; S. Barron, S. Prendergast, D. Gartland; T. Power, S. Keating, T. Conway. Referee: T. O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

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Teams of Times Gone By THE MILLENNIUM YEAR WESTERN MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Year: 2000. Date: Wednesday, August 23rd. Team: An Ghaeltacht. Opposition: Dungarvan. Venue: Fraher Field. Referee: Eddie Cunningham (Tallow). Half-Time Score: Dungarvan 27; An Ghaeltacht 1-6. Full Time Score: An Ghaeltacht 1-13; Dungarvan 2-9. Kieran O Toibin; Alan O Ceallaigh, Gearoid Breathnach, Liam O Druma; Noel O Murchadha, Padraig O hArta, Seamus O Lonain’ Diarmuid O Meachair, M. O Drochain; S.O Drochain, Cian O Conchubair, Liam O Lonain; Paddy O Cathain, Donal O Murchadha, Jack O hArta. Fear Ionaid: T. Breathnach. Scorers: Cian O Conchubair 0-6, Liam O Lonain 1-1, Paddy O Cathain, Donal O Murchadha agus Jack O hArta 0-2 an duine.

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County Junior ‘A’ Hurling Final in Walsh Park Saturday, October 10th at 3.45 pm. St. Mary’s Touraneena v Fenor WESTERN champions St. Marys travel to Walsh Park this Saturday afternoon in search of their third County Junior Hurling title when they play Fenor, who defeated Passage by two points in the Eastern Final. Fenor have contested eight finals since 1979 and are still chasing this elusive County Junior Hurling title. Having seen both teams in action this year, Fenor’s long wait for success may well continue as St. Marys look to be a better balanced side, led by captain Eoin Kearns, an injury worry though heading into the game, Denis Coffey, Sean Fitzpatrick, Kevin Sheehan and the lively corner forward pairing of Kieran Barron

and Jason Sheehan The present Sliabh gCua/St Mary’s G.A.A. Club first competed in the various championships from 1970 and since then has won its fair share of championships in both hurling and football. The period between 1978 and 1983 proved to be a glorious period for the club. The Fenor club has one title to its name, albeit a significant one when they won the County Senior Football Title in 1932, beating the Brickeys by 3-5 to 0-0. The club also contested the 1929, 1937 and 1948 deciders against Dungarvan. Led by their outstanding captain and centre back Jim Halley, Fenor defeated Ballygunner in the Eastern semi-final by 2-13 to 1-12 and a fancied Passage side in the final by 1-12 to 0-13.

They possess players as good as any in this grade in such as Halley, Fergie Whelan, John Flynn and Peter Kelly in defence, Anthony Kiely is a handful i lar na pairce while the team possesses scoring forwards in such as Kieran Kirwan, Ben Gallagher, Conor Rockett and Tadhg Campbell, a match winner on his own on a given day. Fenor, of course, are joined with the Kill club for hurling purposes, Bonmahon beat them in the Eastern final last year while they won the Junior Football equivalent. At their 9th attempt and their first in seven years, Fenor will be all out to claim the cup but on all known form, the nod goes to the Maurice Geary trained St. Marys to take the honours back West. Forecast : St. Marys.

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In Walsh Park Saturday October 10th at 2 p.m. Cois Bhride v Ballygunner WHEN these teams met in the Group section last August 18th, Ballygunner won a thrilling game at home by 1-16 to 2-12 and this Saturday’s County final should produce a second helping between the two best teams in this year’s championship. Following their seven Group games, both teams finished joint top of the table on 12 pts, with De La Salle the only side to lower Ballygunner’s colours on a 1-17 to 2-12 scoreline. Both defences have conceded similarly but it is in attack wher Ballygunner are superior as they have recorded a combined 34 more points

than the Westerners. The key to this final could well be Cois Bhride’s capabilities of man marking the Gunner’s key player Peter Hogan. They are far from being a one man team with good and physically strong hurlers dotted around the pitch but they usually excel when Hogan is at his best as he makes and create scores at will with his lightening pace. Pauric Mahony’s brother, Michael is the team’s excellent freetaker while others such as Gus Flynn, Mark Mulally and Harry Ruddle will be in the engine room of the Gunner’s attempt to win. This present team has been nurtured by Neil Moore and his fellow mentors since their school days began and fol-

lowing their wins over tough opposition such as De La Salle, twice and Passage, they are capable of bringing the title far West come Saturday evening. Cois Bhride will look to such players as Ryan Grey, Jordan Henley, Kelvyn O’Farrell, Jake Neville, Jake Beecher, Darragh Buckley, the Gearys, Robbie and Cathal, Ed Hynes and JP Lucey to lead the way in taking on the slight favourite for the title. However, if Cois Bhride can perform to the best of their ability for the full hour, which was missing at the start and at the end of their semi final game against De La Salle, the Minor cup can remain in the West for the Winter of 2015. Forecast : Cois Bhride.

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From the files of the Dungarvan Observer Wednesday, August 30th, 2000 WESTERN BOARD CHAMPIONSHIP

Fourmilewater Serves Notice Fourmilewater....................................2-11; St. Mary’s..............................................1-6. FOURMILEWATER Intermediate Hurlers served due notice of their championship intentions at the Fraher Field on Friday evening last, when they turned in a most impressive display to power their way past local rivals St. Mary’s in the Final of the Losers’ Group Section. At the end of the first quarter, Fourmilewater were leading by 0-6 to 0-3 with St. Mary’s keeper, John Hallinan, saving a point blank shot from Paudie Halpin at the expense of a “65.” Then inside the space of 4 minutes, Fourmilewater struck for two goals which effectively put this game beyond St. Mary’s reach. In the 19th minute an inch perfect cross from Michael Guiry found Pat Walsh (s) whose first effort saw his hurley hooked by Pat Condon. However, with his second effort he put the ball in the net. Then in the 23rd minute Pat Walsh(s) hand passed the ball across the goal to where Ger Walsh touched it into the net 2-6 to 0-3. J. P. Fitzpatrick replied with two points, while Eoin Wall saved well from Aiden Fitzpatrick, while Pat Walsh kicked wide at the other end. 2-6 to 0-5 at

the Inverval. On the turnover Fourmilewater scored four unanswered points to lead by 2-10 to 0-5, before St. Mary’s recorded their first score of the second half a well taken goal by J. P. Fitzpatrick in the 54th minute. He quickly added a point before Michael Guiry had the final say when he scored his sixth point of the evening 2-11 to 1-6. Fourmilewater were short the services of Brian Wall who came on as a late substitute. Tom Flynn and Shane Walsh looked very impressive here. With Eoin Wall, Aiden Ryan, John Moore, Rory Rice, Michael Connolly, Martin Walsh, Ger Walsh, Pat Walsh (s), Paudie Halpin and Michael Guiry all in top form. While John Hallinan, Seanie Kearns, Pa Hallinan, Declan Kiely, J.P. Fitzpatrick, Bert Ahearne and Aiden Fitzpatrick achieved most for St. Mary’s. Scorers – Fourmilewater: G. Walsh 1-1; P. Walsh 1-0; M. Guiry 0-6; M. Walsh 0-2; P. Halpin 0-2. St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick 15; E. Londergan 0-11. OUR COLOUR SCHEME Both teams passed. Fourmilewater team: E. Wall, J. Moore, A. Ryan, J. Walsh, G. Walsh, R. Rice, L. Walsh, M. Connolly, E. Sullivan, M. Walsh, G. Walsh, D. Ryan, P. Walsh (s), P. Halpin, M. Guiry and B. Wall for L. Walsh. St. Mary’s team: J. Hallinan, D. Meaney, S. Kearns, P. Condon, B. Whelan, P. Hallinan, J. Dunford, D. Kiely, D. Whelan, J. P. Fitzgerald, B. Ahearne, J. Ahearne, K. Hallahan, A. Fitzpatrick, E. Londergan. J. McGrath for D. Meaney; R. Ware for D. Whelan. Referee: Pat Moore (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Ballinameela v Geraldines in Fraher Field Saturday, October 10th at 7 p.m. When Ballinameela dropped down from the Senior grade in 2014, they immediately became favourites to return at the first time of asking but subsequent events have shaken the stability of this opinion and they will enter Saturday’s decider as slight outsiders against neighbours Geraldines going on the fare provided in the draw game two week ago. The St. Olivers jerseys will be left at home in the bag this Saturday as this novel pairing will go head to head in the Fraher Field. When both sides met an age ago, all of 24 weeks, on April 11th, Geraldines had an even more convincing win than the scoreline of 1-12 to 1-5 but their form slumped in the meantime and they suffered defeats to both Ballyduff and Ballinacourty. They showed signs of recovery in the second half of their semi-final game against Ballyduff and they will enter this replay in confident mood of reaching a County Final. Ballinameela’s year in both codes is experiencing a slump, they are facing an Intermediate hurling relegation play-off against Tourin and they have not displayed any form that could give them confidence going into Saturday’s football final. They scrambled over the line against Ballinacourty in their semi-final,

required a late Micheal Shine penalty goal to get back into the first game but if they can produce their best form, they will be in with a 50/50 chance of toppling their neighbours. James McGrath should again guard the net for Ballinameela with his brother Jason, Colin Walsh and Kealan Looby completing the full back line. Stephen McGrath and John Harrington have being playing well on the wings with Kevin Phelan most likely to don the number 6 jersey. Christy Troy and James Shine are also in contention for selection in defence. Brian Phelan and Lorcan Looby form a strong and tall midfield pairing and Micheal Shine has been performing well up front this year. Tom Curran will be one of his partners in the half forward line but Ballinameela will have to plan without Australian based David Phelan. They have a potential potent full forward line in such as Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran, Micheal and Cian Culloo with Shane Flavin possibly playing as an extra player further out the field but an injury sustained the last day may prevent his participation this Saturday. Jason Morrissey is a loss to the team this year. At their best Geraldines are a match for anyone. Their pace on the ball and their impressive team play is what defeated Ballinameela last April. Shane Lambden has settled in well

between the posts while Steven and Ricky Fitzgerald and Stevie Keane are as solid a backline as you will find in this grade. Johnny Healy has given great service to the Gers and he is playing as well as ever this year. He should be accompanied by Jerome Maher and Jamie Landers in the half back line with the hard working Matty O’Brien i lár na páirce. His midfield partner Ray Connery is a doubtful starter due to injury with minor Mikey O’Brien likely to start in his place. Geraldines, like their opponents, are blessed with decent forwards and in Ger O’Donovan, Aidan Dwyer and Steven Kennefick, they have players that can trouble the Ballinameela defence. Eamonn Mernin has been a success in his new role this year at number 14 and contributing 1-1 in the drawn game while the youthful Mark Lynch and Liam O’Connell are a welcome addition to the Gers this year. O’Connell was superb the last day but it may be too much for the young minor to repeat his form again. Ed Donovan came on in the semi-final in the 40th minute and he made a telling difference in getting Geraldines over the line and he also added a white flag two weeks ago. It’s all to play for so in this eagerly looked forward to replay. This is a hard one to call but the nod goes to Geraldines to reach the County Final. Observer’s Forecast: Geraldines.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons Senior Hurling Semi-Final Refixture Ballygunner v Fourmilewater in the Fraher Field Sunday, October 11th at 5.30 p.m. POSTPONED last week due to the passing of Ballygunner

clubman Paul Foley, this game will decide Tallow’s opponents in the County Final. The extra week may give Fourmile’s Jamie Barron a better chance of lining out following his hand injury

received in the quarter-final while we will stay with our prediction of a week ago that the Ballymac side will now make it an all Western County decider. Forecast: Fourmilewater.

Senior Football Fixtures Sunday, October 11th in Walsh Park at 2 pm Relegation Play Off: De La Sall v St. Saviours. Sunday, October 11th in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. Group 1 Game: Ardmore v Rathgormack.

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Gaelic Jottings Sadness engulfs the County THE past week has been a very sad one for two GAA families in Waterford with the news of two deaths within a matter of a few days becoming unwelcomingly known to the many local Gaels while Late Paul Foley attending games at the Fraher Field last Tuesday evening and last Sunday afternoon. Just before the start of the Senior football County Championship game between Ballinacourty and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg, the news broke that former player and current referee Paul Foley had passed away suddenly in his home. There was a strong sense of disbelief that the very popular Paul was no longer with us and all thoughts were with his family in both Ballygunner and in Stradbally at this tragic time for them. Paul Foley enjoyed much success as a player, first with his native Stradbally where he won a Minor ‘B’ County medal in 1992 and a Western Intermediate Hurling championship the following year and then with Ballygunner where he experienced many successes. Paul was full forward on the club’s Junior Hurling County winning team in 1996 and a substitute on the Gunners’ three in-a-row County Senior Hurling winning teams from 1995 to 1997. He won three further medals on the field of play in 1999, 2001 and 2005. At a higher level Paul had Munster medals to show for his efforts. He was full forward on the Ballygunner team that won the Munster club championship in 2001 and he was also on the team that contested the final four years later. At under age level he won a Munster Minor Hurling medal in 1992 and, though defeat was our lot, he scored two goals against Galway in the All-Ireland Final the same year. Paul returned to the Stradbally club in 2006 and though, he didn’t win a Senior football championship medal, he was a key figure on the club’s hurling team that defeated both Ballygunner and De La Salle the same year. As a referee, Paul was progressing well and he was a member of the Munster Council panel of referees. He was known as a fair and competent knight of the whistle and still relatively young, he had a bright future as the man in the middle in games. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to his family in Stradbally who are well known in this area through their coal merchant business and to his wife and young family in Ballygunner on the loss of their very well respected father. The biggest attendance of the year was gathering in the Fraher Field last Sunday when further unwelcoming news broke of the death of Jacinta Condon in a house accident a short few hours earlier. Jacinta was a member of the Houlihan family in Western Terrace, Dungarvan, who have endured more than their share of sadness in recent years, and, of course, she was wife of the Western and County Boards’ dedicated referee John Condon. John was due to run the line for the Tallow v Ballyduff Senior hurling semi-final and many people in attendance at the game were visibly shocked on learning this tragic news inside the Grounds. John’s

popularity knows no bounds and all local Gaels are truly sadden for him at this terrible time. Jacinta possessed a great personality and she was a very dear and loving wife, mother and granny, whose presence will be sorely missed by so many. A minute of respectful silence was observed by all at the Fraher Field prior to the senior hurling semi-final. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to John and family and the extended Condon and Houlihan families at this time.

Feile Na Gael 2016 WATERFORD and Tipperary are jointly running Féile na nGael on the 17th/18th/19th June 2016. Donal Shanahan (Tipperary) has been appointed as the Chairperson and Patricia Walsh will take on the roll as the Secretary. A meeting with the National Féile Committee Martin Skelly/Peter Horgan (Croke Park) was recently held and the process of setting up Féile Committees in both counties is now underway. An information meeting for all clubs and officials will take place on Thursday, 15th October in Lawlors Hotel at 8 p.m.

Football Review Forum A FOOTBALL Review Forum was held in Lawlor's Hotel last Monday evening, the purpose of which was to address the low state of football in the county in an attempt to improve the situation over the next five years. Matters discussed included the following: Presentation on Current state of football - by Sean Michael O’Regan, Format / Structure of adult Club Football Championships - 2016 to 2020, Format / Structure of underage Club championships - U14, U16, Minor & U21, County Development Squads, County Senior Football team 2016 - Goals / Targets and County Underage teams 2016 - Goals / Targets.

GAA GPA All-Stars 2015 Hurling Nominations THE GAA, GPA and Opel are pleased to confirm the nominations for the 2015 All-Star hurling awards with recent All-Ireland finalists Kilkenny and Galway leading the haul with 12 each. Waterford’s strong 2015 showing which saw them earn league honours before reaching a Munster final and All-Ireland semi-final sees them land one fewer with a total of 11 nominations. Munster champions Tipperary claim seven nominations with Cork, Clare and Dublin completing the list of 45 with one each. In all seven counties are represented. On the personal award front, 2015 All-Ireland champions Kilkenny have received two nominations with TJ Reid and Richie Hogan both nominated and Tipperary’s Séamus Callanan completes the line-up. For the Young Player of the Year, Galway’s Jason Flynn and Cathal Mannion are joined on the shortlist by Tadhg de Búrca of Waterford. All of the awards winners will receive their prizes on the evening of Friday November 6 2015 in the National Convention Centre in Dublin. The successful hurlers will be announced live on the evening. Goalkeepers: Colm Callanan (Galway), Eoin Murphy (Kilkenny), Darren Gleeson

(Tipperary). Defenders: Daithí Burke (Galway), Cillian Buckley (Kilkenny), Joey Holden (Kilkenny), Paul Murphy (Kilkenny), Pádraic Walsh (Kilkenny), Johnny Coen (Galway), Iarla Tannion (Galway), Pádraig Mannion (Galway), Kieran Joyce (Kilkenny), Pádraic Maher (Tipperary), Cathal Barrett (Tipperary), James Barry (Tipperary), Noel Connors (Waterford), Tadhg de Búrca (Waterford), Shane Fives (Waterford), Austin Gleeson (Waterford), Barry Coughlan (Waterford), Philip Mahony (Waterford). Midfielders: Andrew Smith (Galway), David Burke (Galway), Michael Fennelly (Kilkenny), Conor Fogarty (Kilkenny), Kevin Moran (Waterford), Jamie Barron (Waterford). Forwards: Tony Kelly (Clare), Séamus Harnedy (Cork), Mark Schutte (Dublin), Cathal Mannion (Galway), Jason Flynn (Galway), Jonathan Glynn (Galway), Joe Canning (Galway), Conor Whelan (Galway), Ger Aylward (Kilkenny), TJ Reid (Kilkenny), Eoin Larkin (Kilkenny), Richie Hogan (Kilkenny), Brendan Maher (Tipperary), John O’Dwyer (Tipperary), Séamus Callanan (Tipperary), Colin Dunford (Waterford), Maurice Shanahan (Waterford), Michael Walsh (Waterford). Player of the Year: TJ Reid (Kilkenny), Richie Hogan (Kilkenny), Séamus Callanan (Tipperary). Young Player of the Year: Jason Flynn (Galway), Cathal Mannion (Galway), Tadhg de Búrca (Waterford).

Top Ten Scorers in Waterford Senior Hurling Championship Patrick Curran (Dungarvan) 5-45 Thomas Ryan ( Tallow) 3-42 Martin F. O'Neill (Mount Sion) 2-44 Mikey Kearney (Ballyduff) 1-42 Maurice Shanahan (Lismore) 0-42 Stephen Cliffe (Abbeyside) 1-33 Owen Connors (Passage) 0-31 Stephen Power (Ballygunner) 3-20 Jake Dillon (De La Salle) 0-28 Shane O'Rourke (Cappoquin) 0- 26

Players Turn on their Manager ANTHONY Cunningham's future as Galway senior hurling manager is in doubt after the squad unanimously passed a motion of no confidence in his stewardship. Earlier this week, Cunningham was ratified by the County Board to continue in his role for the 2016 season. The Galway board met on Saturday to discuss the stance taken by the players. Cunningham has been in charge of the Tribesemen since 2012 and his first season saw the county win a maiden Leinster title after a comprehensive victory over Kilkenny. The Cats, however, gained revenge when the sides subsequently met in the All-Ireland final, prevailing after a replay. Former Galway manager Cyril Farrell has said the ongoing situation over the county's senior hurling management is a sad state of affairs. There are reports that following a meeting with the County Board last night, Cunningham will fight to retain his position. Farrell, who managed the Tribesmen to three All-Ireland titles, feels that the players may have felt they

Ballyduff Upper Under 7's who participated in the Cappoquin Hurling Blitz.

needed a change of leadership to secure the Liam MacCarthy title. Speaking to RTÉ Sport, he said: "It's sad to see this happening. The boys were very near winning an All-Ireland title and have been very close and they just feel they need an extra push." He also said that he felt the heave may have been led by the more experienced members of the squad." It seems to be led by the older players. A lot of younger guys were playing in their first All-Ireland [this year], they wouldn't be involved in this. "Okay, they want to win as well, but the older guys are the leaders of the pack." I suppose they think they're doing it for the right reasons but you'd have to question them. In my time you swam together or you sank together and we lost more than we ever won. "It's sad that it has gone this far and you just wonder where it's going to lead to." While many people have drawn parallels with the situation in neighbouring Mayo, where joint football managers Pat Holmes and Noel Connelly resigned in the wake of a no confidence vote, Farrell said a similar outcome may not happen in Galway. "In Mayo the boys just resigned straight away, but that may not happen here as he [Cunningham] was only re-appointed for another year. "You have good hurling people with him so they will feel 'hold on a minute now, there's two sides to this story', that maybe the players should look at their contribution to the defeat. "Farrell said the players should reflect on their own performances." I know they're putting their lives into it, but they have to look in the mirror as well." He added that if Cunningham is removed, it will raise questions about the infrastructure of the GAA and the appointment of managers." If this falls down, well, who selects the managers and, maybe, who selects the team? It's a bigger issue really and hopefully it’s resolved soon,’’ he concluded.

Rory Jacob retires WEXFORD forward Rory Jacob has announced his retirement from intercounty hurling at the age of 31. Jacob made his debut for the county in 2002 and captained Wexford during the 2008 season.

Jacob said, “I have been privileged to wear the purple and gold jersey for 14 seasons at senior level, I have played alongside and against some great players and journeyed all over Ireland and beyond because of the game I love.” Jacob, who had groin surgery before the start of the season, cited the demands of modern hurling as a major factor in his decision, adding: “This decision has not been made overnight and is not an easy one to make, but time away from home and family, the strain of training and matches on my body, the ever increasing amount of hours needed to prepare properly and the fact that my game time has decreased have all played a major role in my decision, he said.”

Disabled Parking at the Fraher Field REGULAR match goers to the Fraher Field will be familiar with the Group of parking spaces reserved for drivers with disabilities. It has been brought to our attention by one of the patrons who requires the use of such a facility that some drivers are using these spaces though they are not disabled in any way and that all the spaces were full at matches recently when they tried to park there. Hopefully, common sense will prevail and that these spaces will be reserved for whom they are intended even if they are not being occupied at an ordinary driver’s time of arrival at the Grounds.

Cork SHC Sarsfields 4-15; Erin’s Own 1-14 SARSFIELDS’ remarkable level of consistency in the Cork senior hurling championship continued at Páirc Uí Rinn on Saturday when the Riverstown club reached an incredible seventh final in eight seasons.

Scór Na Seachtaine THOMAS Ryan’s goal for Tallow just after the interval in their County Senior Hurling Semi-Final local derby against Ballyduff.

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Naomh Juvenile Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh Chartaigh (Lismore / Ballysaggart Juvenile) CONGRATULATIONS Congrats to the Lismore Senior Camogie team who won their County Final on Saturday last against St. Annes. Three-in-a-row. Super stuff. Wishing them the best in their Munster Club championship campaign. U-9s Our U-9s travelled to Ballyduff on Saturday morning last and played a very competitive challenge match. Thanks to Ballyduff for the game. U-11s Douglas travelled down to us on Saturday afternoon and took on our U-11s in the GAA field. After a slow start against a very good Douglas side our lads played really well in the second half of a very competitive game which was of great benefit to our lads. U-16s Naomh Chartaigh U-16s take on St. Pat’s in the County Semi-Final next Sunday. SYMPATHY Our club extends it's sympathy to the Farrow family, South Mall on the death of Graham. May he rest in peace.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €5,800 as on Sunday night last Moira Mansfield was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 9 which wasn’t the Joker although she did win €50. Seamus O’Brien and Jim Egan won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €1,200. NEW ARRIVAL On behalf of in the club we would like to congratulate Sean O’Hare and Deirdre Coleman on the arrival of their son Frankie last week. SENIOR FOOTBALL On Tuesday night last we played Clashmore in our final game in the group stages of the Championship in Fraher Field. Thanks to a very good second half performance we emerged as winners meaning that we ended up finishing joint top in our group with Clashmore and The Nire. As scoring difference can’t be used to decide who wins the group a number of play-off games are now required between the three clubs. Team: S. ENRIGHT, C. McCARTHY, B. LOOBY, D. HENLY, E. BERGIN, D. COLLINS, P. LYNCH, J. HURNEY, C. PRUNTY, E. COLLINS, M. FIVES, P. HURNEY, M. O’HALLORAN, M. MAHER, S. O’DONOVAN. Subs: G. BREEN, W. J. KIELY, M. GORMAN.

SYMPATHY On behalf of all in the club we would like to send our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Paul Foley, who passed away last week. Paul was a fine player of both codes in his day and many of our players would have come against Paul during his distinguished playing career, whilst he handled a number of our matches since he took up refereeing in recent years. Again we send our sympathies to the Foley and O’Sullivan families and to all in Ballygunner GAA Club on Paul’s death. We would also like to extend our sympathies to John Condon, An Rinn on the tragic death of his wife Jacinta Condon on Sunday last. John is, of course, a popular figure on the referring circuit in West Waterford and his grandson is a member of our Juvenile section. After the death of her nephew David during the summer our thoughts and prayers are with John and his family as well as the Houlihan family at this very difficult time for them. JUVENILE NOTES Minor hurling: Pride and place this week goes to our minor hurling team who on Friday night last captured their second minor hurling B title in a row. Played before a large attendance at Carriganore on Friday night last our lads showed true grit and determination to see off an excellent and well prepared Clann na Gael side. The match was played under the lights on a good night for hurling and our lads played some lovely hurling in the first half to lead at the break by four points. On the resumption however it was the team from the east that dictated affairs and two early goals put them in the lead with 15 minutes remaining. However, our boys dug deep in this crucial period of the game and were rewarded with a goal struck off the hurley of Eoin Kiely. The game ebbed and flowed till its conclusion with our boys lucky to hold on at the end by two points. Great scenes of jubilation were evident at the end of the game when team captain Connor Prunty raised the trophy aloft. While the game was very close throughout this was a deserved victory for this very dedicated group of young men. They have now added the minor B hurling trophy to the A football title that they won earlier in the year. It was a great achievement indeed. A big thank you must go to all the players and men-

tors involved in this victory. We would like to also thank all the supporters who travelled on the night. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces out in force for this important game. Hopefully, it will be onwards and upwards for this group of players in the near future. Also thanks must go to Pat O’Brien for supplying light refreshments after the game. Thank you to all. Camoige – Under 16 All-Ireland: Congratulations to Shauna McGrath who was a member of the Waterford panel who won the under 16 All-Ireland title recently. Shauna is the first member of our club to win an All Ireland Camoige medal and we wish her every future success. U-13: The girls have been busy in the last month with matches played against Gaultier, Tallow, Cappoquin and Roanmore. The games ended in victory for Abbeyside with a County Final place the reward for the hard work and skill shown by the girls. The club would like to thank Power Transport for their kind sponsorship of socks for the final. We would also like to wish the Abbeyside U-13 footballers all the best in their county final next week-end. Under 8 and 10: Training for these groups has now ended for the winter season and we would like to thank all those who helped with transport, First Aid etc at all the training sessions and blitzes etc that we took part in. A big thank you to Sean Kiely who came on board with this group this year and his coaching expertise helped in no small way in improving our membership. Sponsored Walk: Our sponsored walk from Clonea to Ballinacourty was a huge success and well done to all members, parents and sponsors who helped to raise nearly €2,000. A special word of thanks to Kevin Regan and Frank Sweeney, who were our main sponsors. Future: With Waterford winning All Ireland Camoige titles this year at under 16 and adult levels there is a big opportunity for camoige to prosper and there is no reason why our club cannot be at the forefront in years to come. With more parents/supporters putting their shoulder to the wheel our club can become one of the leading clubs in Waterford in the years ahead. Finally, thanks to Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club and to groundsmen Jimmy O’Leary and Michael O’Donovan for their continued support and commitment to our club.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP WESTERN FINAL Our Intermediate Hurlers line-out in the Western Final on Sunday at 2.30 pm at the Fraher Field where they will play 2014 Junior Hurling Champions Modeligo who beat St. Declans, Ardmore last week in their replay. The rise through the ranks of this opposition is something to be admired and they had to fight tooth and nail to draw their first game against Ardmore and had to hustle even harder to win the replay which all adds up to invaluable experience going into a championship final such as this, so be in no doubt that this is a huge challenge for our lads. From our point of view, after an opening round defeat earlier in the year against Brickey Rangers, our panel have since then built up serious momentum and had too much for Stradbally in the Western Semi-Final two weeks ago so we are confident that the lads are well prepared for this game and the experience of being in this position only two years ago should also stand to them. So all in all we are expecting a cracking game and we sincerely hope that as many of our supporters as possible will go along to the Shandon field to get behind our lads here and the very best of luck to all involved, players and mentors alike. Bring the cup home lads! SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our last remaining Senior Football group game against Ballinacourty took place last week on Tuesday night at the Fraher Field and after a very competitive and even contest we lost out narrowly by 1-9 to 1-8 which means that the Villagers top our group on scoring difference as such with ourselves in second place but at the time of writing the final County Quarter-Final pairings are far from decided due to a dispute over the final scoring differences and this may well have to be decided by an open draw so watch this space for the fixtures over the next week or so.

Lismore CONGRATULATIONS Lismore GAA Club sends sincere congratulations to the Lismore Senior Camogie Team who won their 3 in-a-row County Final on Saturday last against St. Anne's. Wishing them every success in their Munster Club Championship. SYMPATHY Our Club extends its sympathy to the Foley family, Ballygunner, on the death of Paul. Also to the Farrow family, South Mall, on the death of Graham. May they both rest in peace. LISMORE CLUB LOTTO The Club Lotto was held in the Community Centre on Monday evening last, October 5th. for

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Naomh Chartaigh U12s who took part in the Colman Dillon Tournament hosted by Erin's Club, Cork last Saturday.

a jackpot of €19,150. Numbers drawn were as follows: 4, 14, 24, 29. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to Liz Foley, Breada Geoghegan, Mgt O’Shea, Sadie Stapleton. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Next week's jackpot will be €19,300.

Cois CoisBhride Bride (KINDLY SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW) MINORS SET FOR COUNTY FINAL D-DAY FOR COIS BHRIDE MINOR HURLERS Cois Bhride Juvenile G.A.A. Club was formed in early 2001, and is an amalgamation between Tallow and Shamrocks juvenile clubs. In its first year of existence our minor hurling team reached the Division 1 County Final, winning a Western final in the process. Although defeat against a strong Clonea side was our fate that day, it has taken the club 14 years to reach a Minor Division 1 final again. This present Minor team has won through to the final with some impressive performances, losing only one group game in the process, and that was against next Saturday's opponents Ballygunner in their home patch, that game alone should be a reminder of the strength of Ballygunner. They are never far from the winners circle in Waterford at juvenile or senior level. With their vastly superior resources player wise, it's a sort of David versus Goliath match-up, as our player pool is much smaller. But this bunch of players have always played at the top Division in hurling from under 12 all the way up, and in fact played Ballygunner in the 2011 U-14 County Final in Walsh Park, unfortunately losing out by just two points. The team is spear-headed by John Paul Lucey and Jordan Henley who both played for the Waterford Minor Hurlers this year with Jake Beecher part of the panel also. Ryan Grey and Kelvyn O'Farrell who were dropped from the panel have been in tremendous form also, with Ryan comfortably leading the scoring charts in the minor championship. The other players who are on the age for Cois Bhride are Davy Tobin in goals, Padraig Roche, Jake Neville, Edward Hynes and Alan Buckley. The rest of the lads are are a year younger, and some like Robbie Geary, Ian Beecher and Darragh Buckley are still under 16. Darragh Mulcahy, Cathal Geary, Dylan Mangan, Shane Ryan, Edward O'Neill, Billy Hynes, Keenan O'Flynn and Tom Roche make up the rest of the panel. With Tallow's senior hurlers winning last Sunday's semi-final against neighbours Ballyduff, it makes for a couple of very interesting weeks for some of these lads. Selectors Neil Moore, Pat Smith, Tommy Ryan, and Frank Roche, ably assisted by Tim Lenehan, who helps with the physio and first aid, and Billy Clynch (ever present and always willing!) will be hoping that all in the parishes of Tallow, Knockanore, Glendine and Kilwatermoy will come along to Walsh Park next Saturday at 2 pm and give your support to this great panel of players to bring home the minor cup. Cois Bhride Abu! U-13 HURLING Our under 13 hurling team travelled to Ballyhooly last Saturday to participate in their tournament. We were paired off with Ballyhooley and Whites Cross with the winning team in each group to contest the final. Great credit is due to the lads who defeated Ballyhooly by two points and Whites Cross by four points to qualify for the final. Kilworth/Araglen won the other side of the draw to qualify for the final. Cois Bhride put in a tremendous effort in the final and with a bit of luck could have won it on the day, but two lucky goals by Kilworth eventually decided the contest. Thanks to Ballyhooley for the invite and for a very enjoyable morning. The team was Cathal Hunt, Eoghan Lenehan, Eoin Hurley, Darragh Spillane, Mark Dalton, Kevin Mulcahy, Shane Martin, Tom Dalton, James Power, Eolan Costello, Dylan Power, Stephen Roche, Cian Hurley, Jake Chambers, Josh Geary, Padraig Hynes.

HALF TIME IN FRAHER FIELD! Our U-7's and U-8's played against Ballyduff at half-time in the SHC County Final between Tallow and Ballyduff last Sunday in Fraher Field. Players on both teams totally enjoyed their respective games and there was mighty excitement with them all in the build up to the day (and with some parents!). Well done to all involved and a special word of thanks to the mentors who train these bunch of players every week and arrange games etc. and who looked after them all last Sunday, namely Dyane Whelan, Sinead Lenehan and Declan Butler. WELL DONE AND BEST OF LUCK Well done to Tallow seniors on their semi-final win over Ballyduff last Sunday and best of luck to The Shamrocks against Brickey Rangers in the Western Junior B Hurling Final next Sunday in Fraher Field. UPCOMING FIXTURES Saturday, 10th MHC County Final at Walsh Park at 2 pm Cois Bhríde V Ballygunner. Friday, 9th U-11 football Division 2 home V St. Pats at 6 pm.

Modeligo WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL REPLAY Modeligo 1-15; Ardmore 1-14. Just six days earlier at Fraher Field, our hurling championship hopes for this year were saved by a late Kieran McCarthy goal, well into injury time as we salvaged a draw and earned a replay. Well if you thought that was exciting stuff, then the end of this game on Friday night last must still have you wondering what more can happen for Modeligo in this campaign! In a game that was level on no fewer than 12 occasions, it again looked like we were exiting this championship when Ardmore goaled with only minutes to go, leaving us trailing by two points. But as with the week before, it seems that the lads just don't know when they're beaten (with a huge amount of luck on their side as well, I may add!) A last minute 21 yard free lashed into the crowded Ardmore square was saved and cleared, only to be returned with speed and spin at a perfect height by Tyler. Someone got a touch to it - possibly even an Ardmore man, but that doesn't matter. What mattered was that it ended up in the net. The puck-out was won, and we are through, admittedly by the skin of our teeth, to the Western Intermediate Hurling Final for only the second time ever in the club's history! It was a cruel way to exit the championship for Ardmore, and great credit is due to them for their part played in the two excellent games over the past week. Clashmore are now awaiting us in the Western Final, and the drawn semi-final means that there will be a quick turnaround and we will have to do it all again next Sunday (October 11th), again in Fraher Field with a 2:30 pm throwin. This rollercoaster ride that we've been on for the past 22 months is still going, so please make sure to get out the club colours and make as much noise as you can on Sunday next to get behind this Modeligo squad. Win, lose or draw, the lads have been brilliant, and we can now dream that this might go on for a little longer! Good luck and best wishes to Barry Hazelwood; John; Shane and Kenny, and of course to all the lads on the panel for the Final on Sunday. I'm sure I speak for each and everyone in our club, community and parish when I say that. SYMPATHY All involved with the club would like to express their sincerest sympathies to the extended O'Neill family on the recent passing of Mrs. Mary O'Neill, Kilcannon, Modeligo. The O'Neill family have a long association with our club, and a minutes silence was observed as a mark of respect prior to our game on Friday last in Fraher Field. Also, the past week in GAA circles in the

County has seen the sad and untimely passing of former Waterford hurler and footballer, Paul Foley. Many tributes have been paid to the Stradbally, Ballygunnar and Gaultier player, who in recent times has officiated as a Referee at both club and Inter-county level. Our sincerest sympathies are extended to his family, relatives and many friends. All involved in Modeligo GAA Club wish to also send sincere condolences to the Condon and Houlihan families and in particular to John "Bomber" Condon, Referee for the Western Board who is hugely respected by all, on the tragic loss of his wife Jacinta over the weekend. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-ainm."

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €4,800 held in Crottys Inn, Leamybrien on Sunday night 4/10/15. Numbers were 9, 11, 25, 27. €30 to the following people: Jimmy Doocey, Durrow; Charlotte Whelan, Knockyelan. €30 seller’s prize Pat Prendergast, Knockanacullin. Next Clotto held in Micilíns Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 11/10/15 for a Jackpot of €4,900. On duty on the night Sean Lennon & Robbie Whelan. DEISE DRAW Money still outstanding from the Deise Draw. Please pay this money to Mairead Jason or Kevin as soon as possible. CLOTTO ONLINE Don't forget that you can also play the Clot to online, with our jackpot now at €4,900 many people have been enquiring how they can play. Just follow the link on our Facebook or webpage. RECYCLED CLOTHES We are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAA club and put them in the recycling bin. GYM It is great to see so many new members joining the gym as the dark evenings draw in. This is a great way of getting fit over the autumn months and it is also a great social outlet for all those who would like to meet for a chat and a catch up on these dark evenings. If you are interested in joining why not call Jason on 0877836731.

Geraldines Geraldines INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL All roads lead to Fraher Field once again on Saturday, 10th October for the replay of the Western Final against Ballinameela at 7:00 pm. Please come out and support the lads. MINORS Huge congratulations to the St. Olivers Minors on winning the county final last Friday evening in WIT Sports Complex. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Jamie Landers and Amy Walsh on getting engaged at the weekend.

St. St. Olivers Olivers UNDER 8 Under 8 Football Training this Saturday Aglish 10.30-11.15 a.m. UNDER 10 Under 10 Football Training this Saturday Aglish 10.30-11.15 a.m. MINORS Our Minors had a great win in Cariganore last Friday. They beat a very fancied Portlaw team 212 to 1-11. We were the better team no the night with some great performances throughout. Well done lads. RACE NIGHT Our yearly fundraiser will be on the 21st November in Kereen Bar. Horses €20 and Jockeys €10 available from your team manager.

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Affane/Cappoquin Affane/Cappoquin SYMPATHY The Affane/Cappoquin GAA club extend sincere sympathy to the the Kiely family, Ballynoe East, Pad Joe, David, Suusanne, Aileen and extended family on the sad passing of Ann. May she rest in peace. ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONS Congrats to the Waterford ladies irntermediate football team and local girl Mary Kate Morrissey on being crowned All-Ireland champions with victory over Kildare again who Waterford also beat in the intermediate camogie decider with local girls Ashling Power, Lorraine Bray and Jenny McCarthy on board. THREE TO ANSWER 1, What year did Clare win the All Ireland Senior/Minor Hurling double? 2, What club does Cork's All Ireland winning camogie captain Ashling Thompson play for? 3, Who is the Donegal man that was manager of Cavan when they last won the Ulter senior football championship in 1997 defeating Derry in the Final? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Briege Corkery (Cloughduv) and Rena Buckley (Inniscarra) are the Cork players that have won 10 All Ireland senior ladies football titles and 6 All-Ireland senior Camogie titles. 2, Tipp full forward Seamus Callanan plays for Drom/Inch. 3, Tyrone are the only county in the last eleven seasons to defeat Cork in the ladies senior football championship in 2010. CLUB LOTTO On Monday, September 28th the numbers drawn were 14, 16, 17, 28 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Bernie Glavin, Bealica; Mick Hackett, Waterford; Dave Foley/Family, Melleray; Eily Mason, Barrack St and Donal Kiely, Green St. This week’s draw took place on Monday, October 5th for the jackpot prize of €9,600 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 4, 17, 19, 27. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Andy O’Keeffe, Mark Mason, Anto Rooney, Tom Fitzpatrick and Noelle Nolan. U-16 COUNTY HURLING SEMI-FINAL Cappoquin are down to play Ballyduff Upper in an U-16 County Hurling Semi-Final this Sunday, October 11th in The Sportsfield at 11 am. SYMPATHY The Cappoquin-Affane GAA club wish to send sincere condolances to the Condon and Houlihan family and in particular to John (Bomber) who has been refereeing many of our games down the years and is hugely respected by all, on the tragic loss of his wife Jacinta over the weekend. May she rest in peace. SYMPATHY The Cappoquin-Affane GAA club extend its deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Paul Foley who passed away last week. Paul was a true Gael who gave great service to Ballygunner, Gaultier, Stradbally and Waterford G.A.A. He played Inter-County Football and hurling for Waterford. U-14 COUNTY HURLING C'SHIP FINAL Cappoquin Pull Out All The Stops To Defeat Ferrybank Cappoquin 3-05; Ferrybank 2-06. Cappoquin U-14 hurlers took on a fancied Ferrybank side last Saturday morning in what turned out to be a thrilling County Final in Walsh Park, Waterford. Everyone of the Cornerstone lads played their hearts out in a great team performance. Cappoquin Team: Jamal Casey, Cian Murphy, Matt Meaney, Rory Mangan, Evan Murray, Tiernan Cullinane, Luke O’Rourke, Gavin Fives, P. J. Kiely, Tom Troy, Conor Rooney, Sam Uniacke, Louie Lomano. Subs Used: Niall Collender, DJ Reddy, Johnny O’Donnell. Rest of panel: Mikey Dalton, Adam Burke, Cian Nolan, Tadgh Kelleher, Mark Ormond, Dan Costin.

U-11 TOWN /COUNTRY FOOTBALL LEAGUE Rd 7. Fri., Oct. 9th; Affane V Ardmore in The Sportsfield at 6 pm. U-12 TOWN/COUNTRY FOOTBALL LEAGUE Rd 7 Fri., Oct. 16th; Affane V St. Carthages in Lismore at 6 pm. WEST U-15 HURLING C'SHIP Rd 1. Sunday, Oct. 18th Cappoquin V Kilrossanty in Leamybrien at 11 am Rd 2. Sunday, Oct. 25th Cappoquin V Ballyduff in Cappoquin at 11 am. Sunday, Nov. 15th Western Final 1st V 2nd Sunday, Nov. 22nd County Final,

Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff Upper U-14 BÓRD NA n-ÓG HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Having beaten St. Mary’s Juveniles in the quarter-finals of this championship on the 16th September, the boys played away to Ferrybank on Monday, 21st September in the semi-final.

Unfortunately, on this occasion Ferrybank proved the stronger team and won on a scoreline of 5-10 to 3-6. Well done to the team on getting this far in the championship and thanks to Mossie Casey, Pat Murphy and Ger Hickey who took charge of the team for the year. U-16 HURLING Our U-16’s beat Fourmilewater last week and are now through to a quarter-final against Cappoquin. The team played very well and won on a scoreline of 5-17 to 2-5. We wish William Daly who was injured during the match a speedy recovery. U-18 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-18’s got through to the semi-final of this championship and togged out against St. Olivers in the Fraher Field last Tuesday week. Unlucky on the night, they were beaten by 4 pts with a final score of 2-9 to 1-18. Well done to the team on reaching the semi-final and thanks to Colum Horgan and Brendan Bolger who looked after the team for the year. SENIOR HURLING SEMI-FINAL Our senior hurlers bowed out of the Senior Hurling Championship at the semi-final stage on Sunday afternoon in Fraher field. The final score was Ballyduff Upper 0-16; Tallow 1-14 Ballyduff had the better of the exchanges in the first half and lead by 3 points at the half-time break. An 11 minute scoring spree midway through the first half yielded 7 unanswered points from Stephen Molumphy (two), Mikey Kearney (two), Jamie Kearney, Andrew Casey and Kevin Casey. Tallow finished the half with two points to bring the deficit back to 3 points. Tommy Molumphy who received a knock in the first half was substituted at half-time and by the time the defence had got to terms which the change Tallow had the ball in the net and had a further 3 points on the board before Ballyduff registered their first score of the second half in the 43rd minute. Ballyduff closed the four point back to a single point with 3 pointed frees and a one from play from Mikey Kearney and efforts from play by Seamus Hannon and Steve Molumphy. A last minute free from Mikey Kearney from well inside our own half drifted to the right and wide. With this went our hopes of rescuing a draw as this was the final play of the game. Scorers for Ballyduff: M. Kearney (0-7, 3 frees, 1 65); S. Molumphy (0-3); K. Casey, A. Casey (0-2 each); S. Hannon, J. Kearney (0-1 each). BALLYDUFF UPPER: D. Walsh, D. McDonagh, T. Molumphy, Shane Hannon, M. Kearney, S. Kearney, T. Feeney, Seamus Hannon, C. Leamy, J. Kearney, S. Molumphy (c), J. Hannon, K. Casey, A. Casey, M. Kearney. Subs: O. HIckey for T. Molumphy, h-t, E. Scanlon for O. Hickey, 44 mins; T. Molumphy for A. Casey, 49 mins.

This defeat brings the curtain down on the clubs playing season, The club would like to thank the senior management team of Eoin Hickey, Michael Leamy, and Patrick Leamy together with their backroom team for their efforts during the year. Thanks also to the players for their continued commitment and effort throughout the year. They turned a year that a few short weeks ago looked destined to end in a relegation play-off into a year that will be remembered for the heart and bravery shown in beating De La Salle, Abbeyside and Passage and being a puck of the ball away from a county final. ALL IRELAND LADIES FOOTBALL Congratulations to the Ballyduff contingent of Katie Hannon, Hannah Landers, Ciara Kearney and Grainne Kenneally who were all involved in Waterfords Ladies football All-Ireland winning team last weekend.

Rangers Brickey Rangers Brickey JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at the new time for the winter season from 11 am until 12 noon. Both hurling and football are played so if you want to join us come along for a bit of fun and learn the skills meet new friends. Brink a drink, a gumsheild, shin guards, hurley and helmet and the fun is free. Any parent who wishes to help can do so just let one of the coaches know, experience not necessary but the experience that you get from working with the kids is invaluable. Under 9 & 10: Training continues each Friday evening at 6.30 pm in Bushy Park. Under 14: After a long year and with some great games and times under their belts, the U-14 hurlers were down to play Mount Sion in the final on Saturday last, after a delayed start due to a draw in the first game the Brickey boys never got their game off the ground. They never hit the highs that they hit during the year and fair play to all for getting this far in the campaign, however Saturday was not our day. The committee would like to congratulate the players who gave much entertainment during the year, who developed great skills and had had great times during the year, to the parents who were always so supportive and enthuastic in all our games and with fundraising for the file, to the mentors who gave so freely their time and expertise we thank you and we look forward to 2016. Under 16: The quarter-final of the under 16 championship took place on Tuesday night last.

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Cappoquin Under 8 Hurling team with John Twomey their trainer, who took part in a hurling blitz in An tSean Phobail recently. Cappoquin won all three of their matches. Well done to all involved and thank you to An tSean Phobail for hosting the event.

The opposition were St. Pats, and once again Lady Luck did not shine brightly on us, despite the lads playing with great zest they were beaten by the minimum. The juvenile club wishes to thank the players, mentors, parents and supporters who were present at all matches at home and away. Clothing: A limited number of half zips are available for sale, contact Joanie on 0872310220 for sizes etc. Scrap: A scrap collection is being organised by the juvenile club so we are appealing to all to have a root around your garage for any scrap and we can even arrange collection if you contact any of the juvenile committee. Dates for drop off and collection will be circulated to all the schools and at all training sessions in the next week. Brickey Camoige Notes: The U-13 B Camoige County Final against An Rinn went ahead on Saturday last in Fraher Field. Having met the previous week in the qualifying round which proved to be a close encounter with the opposition winning by the slimest of margins. This contest was eagerly awaited by both camps. The Brickeys made the early running and went ahead by 4 points but when An Rinn scored a goal there was only 1 point in the game even though we had controlled procession. But the Brickeys had other ideas and great credit to the girls they replied with a goal of their own and added 2 more goals just before the half-time whistle. Half-time score Brickeys 3-4; An Rinn 1-1. These scores gave the girls great heart and from the return of play right to the end of the game they played with confidence and style displaying some terrific hurling. The final scorline was 9-4 to 3 -1. This was a great result for a fabulous group of girls who have put a lot of work and effort into their hurling all year. They are a credit to the club and their families, and have the right to feel proud of their victory. The defence defended heroically and were always on top, as was midfield, and the forwards contributed massively with some delightful scores. There was great celebrations after the game with joint captains Emily Murphy and Aine O'Neill thanking everybody for their support. Team: Alibhe Shanley, Rhona Curran, Ellen Maye, Misha Dee, Ava Healy, Niamh Fennell, Emily Murphy, Aine O'Neill, Aoife O'Brien, Saoirse Curran, Amy O'Donovan, Beth Gardner, Ellen Kirwan, Kate Heffernan, Fiadh Colleran, Aoibhe Kirwan, Amy Mirza and Mary Power.

Fourmilewater PAUL FOLEY RIP Everyone at the club would like to offer our sincerest sympathy to the family of Paul Foley who passed away last week. Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul's family and his many friends in the Stradbally and Ballygunner GAA clubs. Waterford GAA and indeed the entire GAA community has lost one of our most popular and hard working members. SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMIFINAL Best of luck to our Senior Hurlers who take on Ballygunner in the County Semi-final next Sunday in the Fraher Field. Throw-in is at 5:30 pm.The lads have left no stone unturned in their preparation for this match. They have all made huge sacrifices and worked extremely hard to reach the last four. We should all feel very proud of this group of players. We would encourage as many of you as possible to try and get into the match and give the lads the support they richly deserve. We wish Benji Whelan, Ger Peters, Ger Walsh, Jim Fenton, Declan Spelman and the entire panel well in their bid to reach a historic first county senior final. This promises to be a tough,

close encounter. A large vocal support could be difference between winning and losing. Please try and come along and support your team and club. JAMIE BARRON Congratulations to Jamie Barron on his All Star nomination. The nomination is just recognition for an outstanding year with Waterford. SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member. NEW DRESSINGROOMS Last Monday week at 4 pm the sod was turned on the work on the new dressing rooms in the Milfield. Work is now up and running. The new dressing rooms are be funded by the Nire and Fourmilewater GAA clubs and the Ballymacarbry ladies football team. The new rooms will be of huge benefit to the members of all three clubs. It is the first phase of what we all hope will be on going development in the Milfield WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The weekly lotto draw took place in Dooceys bar last Saturday night. No winner. Numbers drawn: 12. 19. 32. Jackpot not won. Four shared €37.50. Tom Wall; Cian & Michaela Wall; Eileen Mulcahy; Kevin Hogan. CLUB LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Doocey’s Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. 45 CARD RESULTS Joint winners: Paddy Wall & John Donovan; Chris Noonan & Michael Ahern; Lucky Tables: Seamus & Ollie O’Neill; Eileen Ryan & John Mangan. DOG FOULING The club would like to remind dog owners that please do not walk your dog in the Milfield. We have a serious problem of dogs fouling on the pitch which is a serious health hazard. NIRE FOURMILEWATER GAA JUVENILES U-11 Football: Hard luck to our U-11s who lost out to An Ghaeltacht last Friday evening in what was a wonderful game of football. County Senior Hurling Semi-Final: The club are asking for as many of our underage players and parents to try and go to the County Senior Hurling semi final between Fourmilewater and Ballygunner next Sunday in Dungarvan. Throwin is at 5:30 pm The management and players would really appreciate the support as they bid to reach an historic first County senior hurling final. Important Note for coaches or anyone who intends to coach teams: Please contact our Welfare Officer Declan Spelman for further details (087) 763 7616. Foundation level coaching course, mandatory for all coaches will take place in October details to follow. Waterford Coaching & Games Development will be running an Award 1 Adult Coach Education Course in October & November 2015. Listed below is the criteria for those who wish to take part in the course including the dates of the course. The course will run in the Dungarvan area in Colaiste Cathal Naofa. Criteria: • Have Foundation Level Course completed no later than October 2014. • Have GAA Garda Vetting completed. • Have ISC/GAA Child Protection Awareness Workshop completed. • Be currently active as a coach or have at

least 1 year experience as a coach. • Full attendance on all nights is compulsory to complete course and receive certification. Award 1 Adult Dates: Mon, 19th October 7 pm – 10 pm Thur, 22nd October 7 pm – 10 pm Thur, 29th October 7 pm – 10 pm Sat, 31st October 9.30 am-3 pm Mon, 2nd November 7 pm – 10 pm Thur, 5th November 7 pm – 10 pm For Award 1 Adult Course anyone interested must be registered on the course by Monday, 5th October. The course fee of €50 must be paid by Mon., 12th October. Registration for the course is via email to Coach Education Coordinator Michelle Power at michelle.power.gda.waterford@gaa.ie All who register by the registration deadline will be then contacted to confirm course is going ahead and to arrange payment. Garda Vetting: Reminder to all coaches. Could all coaches whom have received confirmation of their Garda vetting application please return the letter received to Declan Spelman. The children and vulnerable persons act 2012 will pass all stages by November 2015, this act makes Garda vetting MANDATORY. Coaches will be liable under law if found not to be vetted. Clubs should ensure that all underage players are registered before playing, as there has been increasing numbers of injury claims from non registered players. The new code of behaviour in now in place and can be viewed on GAA and county websites. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. Support: We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation 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. Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. TRAINING: U-12's: Our U-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1. U-10/ U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening between 6 and 7 pm in Millfield. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursdays between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1. 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.

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Kill Kill CLUB LOTTO Dunphys Bar hosted the club Lotto draw last Monday night, 28th Sept. On offer was a jackpot worth €10,000, which unfortunately wasn't won. We had no Match 3's either, so the two lucky dip prizes worth €25 went to Ger Guiry Bunmahon, and Brian Hennessy, Ballyvoholane. For the record the numbers drawn were 6, 12, 19, 27. The next draw is in Kirwans where the jackpot is still 10k. NOW THE DUST HAS SETTLED Reflecting on our football fortunes for the year in our first season back in the intermediate grade we made good progress with plenty to be positive about and lots to work on for 2016. We were very competitive in the league section of the championship winning 2, drawing 1 and losing 1 game (by 2 pts). We had a disappointing loss to Kilmac in the first round proper before we bounced back to defeat Tramore in the losers group. We then defeated John Mitchells in the quarter finals before outgoing champions Portlaw defeated us in the semis. We introduced minors Ciaran Kirwan, Corey Kennedy, Michael Mooney and Oisin Queally who acquitted themselves well throughout the campaign and they will learn a lot from their experiences. With a bit of fine tuning we can give the championship a right good rattle next year. Finally, on behalf of the club we would like to thank the management trio of Liam Lennon, Eddie Power and Eoin O'Neill, Physical trainer Mick Mooney, First Aid Tom O'Neill and a big thanks to Tony Corcoran for giving us a hand on the coaching front over the last few weeks. D-DAY FOR FENOR Walsh Park should see a big crowd come this Saturday evening for the County Junior Hurling Final as Fenor cross swords with Western champions St. Mary's. We wish the lads the very best of luck and urge all Kill supporters to come out in their droves to roar on the boys in green. Throwin is at 3.45 pm SINCERE SYMPATHY One could not but be touched by the untimely death of Paul Foley last week as the news reverberated around the county. On behalf of Kill GAA we send our condolences to the Foley and O'Sullivan families on their loss and also to the Ballygunner and Stradbally clubs. May he rest in peace. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Not forgetting our junior footballers whose campaign has been put on the back burner over the last few weeks. We believe we could be playing under lights on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week with our quarter final opponents still not clarified yet. More anon.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning lotto numbers were 2-520-22, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Rose O'Keeffe, Maura Mills, Dot Lombard, Oisin Ormonde, Ollie O'Farrell. Next week's jackpot will be €9,900, topping the ten grand mark if not won next week. JUNIOR 'B' WESTERN FINAL 1976 was the last occasion when a second string Shamrocks hurling team last contested a Western final. On that occasion we were beaten by Dungarvan, but I believe that this Sunday's final versus Brickey Rangers will give the club a great chance to add this title to our 'wall of fame'. You could say that it could be called the Murphy show, as no fewer than five Murphys, veterans Pat and Liam, and sons Jamie, Chris and Richie are all part of the panel for this game. Of course, they have a lot of other seasoned performers also such as Seanie Murphy, Thomas and John Baldwin, Padraig Tobin, Jodie O'Neill, Alan Kelly, Bernie Kelleher, Nat, Paddy and Mike Smith, plus younger lads like Diarmuid Ahearne, Edward O'Neill, Tomas O'Neill, Keegan O'Farrell, Conor Goulding, Liam Hurley, James Walsh, not forgetting the evergreen Liam Dalton, well you've got a nice mix of young and veteran. Come down to Fraher Field next Sunday and give them some support. Throw-in is at 1 p.m. MINOR HURLING COUNTY FINAL Saturday is D-Day for Cois Bhride's minor hurling team as they take on the might of Ballygunner in the minor hurling division 1 final which takes place in Walsh Park, Waterford. They have had a tremendous season so far, losing only one game in the group stages this year, and that was to Saturday's opponents Ballygunner. It is going to be a tough one to win, but I really believe we can do it. Best of luck to all our lads involved. TALLOW REACH SENIOR FINAL Congratulations to Tallow senior hurlers who came from behind to beat near neighbours Ballyduff in a thrilling semi-final last Sunday in Fraher Field. Unusually both teams struggled to play with the wind, and Tallow only got going in the second half when Tommy Ryan scored the all-important goal. Ballyduff almost pulled the game out of the fire, but Tallow hung on for a deserved win. With three minors on the team, they have a great blend of youth and experience, and I think they have a real chance of winning a first title since the eighties. Good luck to them.

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GET WELL SOON The club would like to send best wishes to popular player Padraig Tobin who was hospitalised last week. Padraig is battling a serious illness, and he has a tough road ahead of him. Get well soon Paidi. SYMPATHIES Our deepest sympathies go to the family and friends of Paul Foley, former Waterford and Ballygunner star who lost his life tragically last week. Paul was also a well respected referee, and juvenile chairman of Ballygunner. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam. We would also like to sympathise with well known An Gaeltacht referee John Condon whose wife passed away tragically last week.

St. Mary’s Mary'sJuveniles Juveniles U-11 FOOTBALL LEAGUE Gaultier made the long journey to Kill last Monday evening, 28th Sept, to take us on in the final game in the league. Like previous matches we found the going tough and were no match for the boys from the Barony from the outset. Kicking points at will they eased to an interval lead of 15pts. and despite us never giving in, the second half was more of the same. Still we had good performances from Ritchie Mullins, Dylan Mooney and Jane Kirwan. That brings an end to our U-11 campaign where we found Div. 1 a big step up, but hopefully next year we will be more competitive in a lower division in U-12. U-12 FOOTBALL LEAGUE Despite putting in our best performance of the campaign our U-12's suffered defeat in Ferrybank last Friday night, 2nd Oct. Right from the outset the lads tore into the opposition and for much of the opening half were the better team. We kicked some great points from Geoff Dowdall, Dan Halley, Jack Hennessy, Anthony Mullins and Josh O'Donnell, while at the other end Rob Mooney made a few great saves in goal to give us a narrow half time lead. We increased this with the opening point of the second half before the city side took over. During their purple patch they netted 3 goals to change the course of the game and despite Geoff getting a goal back, the home team kicked on again to record a 5-5 to 1-9 victory over a gutsy St. Mary's team. U-16 HURLING Our Div 4 semi-final see’s us having to make the long spin to Ardmore this coming weekend to take on the home team. Please check with club officers regarding times etc. U-21 HURLING On the horizon is the U-21 championship where we are pitted against Tramore in the opening round. More details in the next week or two. U-9's Our U-9 squad wrapped up their season in Kill last Saturday morning when they took on St. Pat’s in a hurling and football game. We won the football game by a couple of points, while the opposite happened in the hurling match. Afterwards all the kids were treated to a few goodies as a good day came to a close. Our thanks to St. Pat’s for travelling down from the West and a big thanks to all our own parents for their co-operation throughout the year. But the most important people to thank are our small ones for coming each week to training and the games. Finally, on behalf of the club I would like to acknowledge the work of Neil Phelan and his helpers Richard Queally, Mary Crowley and Mark Kiely for their time and effort with this group.

Phobal Sean Phobal JAMES KIRWAN MEMORIAL TROPHY This tournament, now in its third year, was donated by Nora Kirwan and family in memory of her late husband and involves a game between An Sean Phobal and Dún Garbhán every year. James would have been very happy with this year’s event which was played at Páirc Colmáin last saturday evening in ideal conditions. With this year’s championship just a distant memory for both teams, the tournament provided them with an opportunity to make some mark on 2015. It turned out to be a high-scoring game with the emphasis on attack and at the end of normal time it was all square - An Sean Phobal 1-19; Dún Garbhán 3-13. The visitors had the ball in the net in the very first minute but the “Shocks” settled and took some good scores along the way, the most crucial being a well taked goal by Richie Stillwell. Two five minute periods of extra time were played to decide the issue, and a goal each from Graham Guiry and the returned Timmy Power ensured that the trophy would stay in An Sean Phobal for the third year in a row. Well done to all concerned - Dun Garbhán for their sporting contribution, to referee Timmy Organ and of course to the Kirwan family. An Foireann: A. De Paor, P. Ó Céitinn, R. Turraoin, D. Ó Murchú. L. Ó Raghallaigh, C. Innseadúin, D. Cuirrín. A. Mac Gearailt, R. Stillwell. B. Ó hÓgáin, G. Ó Gadhra, B. Frinnseach. T. De Paor, P. Ó Conbhuidhe, P. Ó hÉalaithe. Sub: R. De Paor, S. Stillwell.

MNÁ NA nDÉISE Over the past few weeks, the ladies of the Déise have captured All-Ireland titles in ladies football and camogie. This is a marvellous

St. Mary's U-9's team A which took part recently in the 20th Anniversary Charity blitz in Roanmore.

achievement and we heartily congratulate them and wish them continued success in the top tier next season. Let’s hope that our men folk can follow their example when 2016 comes round! Maith sibh a chailíní.

Cumann Chamógaíochta Na Rinne FÉ 13 / U-13 Bhí mí-ádh ar na cailíní sa chraobh chluiche ar an Satharn seo caite nuair a chaill siad in aghaidh Na Bricigh. Dhein siad a ndicheall ach bhí siad ar amhas i rith an chomórtas ar fad agus baineamar go léir taithneamh as na cluichaí ar fad. Molamíd an t-iarracht ós na himreóirí ar fad agus na roghnóirí. Ár mbuíochas daobh uile. Unfortunately, our U-13 team got beaten by a stronger Brickeys side in last Saturday’s County Final. The team were a credit to the club and they had a great year. We had some great games in the campaign. Great credit is due to all the girls and to their mentors. MUNSTER CLUB SEMI FINAL/ CHLUICHE LEATH CEANNAS NA MUMHAN Go ndéirí an tádh leis an fhoireann Idirmheánach atá ag dul i mbun Cluiche leath Ceannas na Mumhan in aghaidh Murroe/ Boher ar an Domhnach seo chugainn. Is i gCo Luimní a imreófar an chluiche seo ar 2.30. Our Intermediate Ladies take on Limerick Champions Murroe/Boher on Sunday next at a Limerick venue with a 2.30 start. This will be a stern test for An Rinn against an experienced side. Go ndéirí an tádh leo. FÉ 13/U-13 Bhuadh ar na cailíní sa chraobh chluiche in agahidh Na Bricigh ar an Satharn. Mí-ádh ortha ach thugadar árd taispeántas dúinn agus tá moladh mór tuilte ag ga

Brid Naomh Brid Naomh UNDER 12 FOOTBALL We had a cracking contest between Naomh Brid and Stradbally on Friday night last. Even though we were short a couple of regulars on the night, the team fought bravely to lose by a single point on a 5-7 to 4-9 scoreline. There were some lovely passages of play and some great scores by both sides so well done to all involved. We still have the St. Pat’s game to play, this will possibly be arranged for next week. UNDER 11 FOOTBALL We have our final game of the season to play this Tuesday evening October 6th in Ballinameela. Time of match to be confirmed. UNDER 16 HURLING Well done to the Naomh Brid/St Pats team in Div 2 quarter-final last Tuesday evening, they beat The Brickeys by a single point 3-9 to 0-17. WINTER TRAINING As the summer season comes to a close we now need to draw up plans for winter training both in Touraneena and Modeligo. New faces are always welcome – young and old, so if anyone feels they can help out in any way please contact any club or committee member

Mitchels John Mitchels UNDERAGE We've been really busy with games lately playing twice a week with u-11 and u-12. We played Rathgormack in Fews on Monday last in a real humdinger of a game. A really evenly contested game was taken by the visitors by 2 points. We led this game by 7 at half-time but couldn't close it out. We played u-12 away to St. Mollerans on Friday evening and a great game was played out

on their outstanding field. Again we led our opponents at half time. Mid way through the second half Sean Brazil received an injury and this upset the balance of our defence. Mollerans scored two goals to take the lead an we just hadn't time to claw it back. A great point by Jake O’Brien gave us a chance but time ran out to once again lose by 2 points. We'll done to all players who played in these games. Another week we could have had 2 wins. U-8'S We played u-8 in Carriganore on Saturday morning. Gaultier, Portlaw and St Saviours were our opponents on the day. There was a great effort made by all the children. The skill levels on show would but many older players to shame. The fact we had 14 players eager to play made the day all the more special. PAUL FOLEY It was with extreme sadness we learnt of the passing of Paul early last week. All of our club would have known Paul through the GAA. Be it from his playing days or more recently taking charge as a referee. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. Are dheise Dé go raibh a anamh.

Rangers ComeraghRangers Comeragh U-15 WIN THE COUNTY FINAL Congratulations to the Comeragh Rangers u15 team who won the county final on Monday night in Touraneena. The girls had a comprehensive win over Ballyduff; the final score was 4-10 to 2-3. However, the half-time score painted a very different picture, Comeragh Rangers were down 2-3 to one point. The girls rose to the occasion, had a spectacular second half and came out victors. Halannah White captained Comeragh Rangers. A special mention must be given to Katie and Sean for their efforts throughout the year. U-13 COUNTY SEMI-FINAL Comeragh Rangers u-13s played the county semi on Sunday, 4th October in Kilgobinet. The girls were unlucky in the match against St. Pats; the final score was 3-9 to seven points. Comeragh Rangers led at half-time by a point but St. Pats pulled away in the second half. Many thanks to Kevin, Caroline and Aisling who helped out with the girls. JUNIOR MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP The Comeragh Rangers junior team were defeated by Bantry Blues in Dromtarrif on Saturday, 3rd October. The match ended on a scoreline of 3-19 to 1-3. The girls fought hard throughout the game. Many thanks to the manager Ryan Roche for his work with the girls throughout the season.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results Tuesday, 15th September: Numbers drawn were 2, 5, 9 and 15. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Michael Landers, Timmy Murphy and Hannah Kearney. Results Tuesday, 22nd September: Numbers drawn were 10, 11, 16 and 28. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Paul Veale, Sylvia Childs and Ned Veale. Results Tuesday, 29th September: Numbers drawn were 6, 7, 20 and 27. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Bridie Murphy, Colin Kearney, Lismore and Ken Kearney. Next week’s jackpot is €4,000. Draw takes place on Tuesday, October 6th. BALLYSAGGART LADIES FOOTBALL U-13 COUNTY FINAL The U-13 County Sem-Final was held last Sunday, 4th October, in the BCS field where Ballysaggart met Tramore. Even though both

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sides worked very hard Ballysaggart were eventual winners and now meet St. Olivers in the County Final which will be played next Sunday, 11th October, at 12.30 p.m. in the Dungarvan GAA Grounds. Your support as always would be greatly appreciated. Team: Charlotte Wilkinson, Keelan Ardern (Captain) Rachel Prendergast, Morgan Woods, Phoebe Coolbear, Hillary Power, Leanne Landers, Emily Coughlan, Chloe Landers, Katie Meagher, Caoimhe Cliffe, Jessica Kearney, Niamh Meagher, Grace Reddy, Naomi Nugent, Clodagh Landers, Rachel Stewart, Ellen Motherway.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL ALL-IRELAND FINAL The Intermediate Football All-Ireland Final took place last Sunday in Croke Park between Waterford and Kildare. Waterford proved too strong and were crowned champions on the day. It was also a very special day for 12 girls in the Ballysaggart club who got the opportunity to be part of such a big occasion. They marched onto the field with the Artane Boys Band and at half time they did umpires and lines girls for the half time matches. Between girls and parents the club was very well represented and was enjoyed by one and all. AGM The Ladies Club will hold their Annual General Meeting on Monday, October 12th, at 8:00 in the Community Centre. All members are kindly asked to attend and new comers are also welcome. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville. Tess Hale and Tom Cahill. Margaret Parker and Helen O’Keeffe. Lucky Tables: Dave Fennessy and Stephen Cunningham. Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. Tickets: Sheila Lonergan x 2, Pat Kirby and Rita Doocey. From this week on the cards will be starting at 8 p.m.

Melleray Glen Rovers Melleray/Glen Rovers WEEKLY LOTTO Week ending 27/09/2015 and week ending 4/10/2015 – There was no winner of the Jackpot of €850. Numbers drawn on the night were: 4, 10, 14 and 16. 3 x €10 consolation prizes went to Eilish McGlone, Greg Reddy and Denis Barron. The Jackpot for the following week was €900 and the draw took place in the Cats Bar on Sunday night last, 4th October. The numbers drawn on the night were 3, 16, 23 and 24. There was no winner on the night and the 3 x €10 consolation prizes went to Maureen Tobin, Michael Coleman/Tina Power and Alan O'Donoghue. Next week’s Jackpot is €950 and the draw will take place next Sunday night at the Cats Bar at 9.00 p.m. CLOTHES COLLECTION Clothes collection will take place on Saturday, 17th October and the collection point will be The Cats Bar Car Park from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Collection can be arranged by texting/ringing 086 9699935. MR. AND MRS. CLAUS AND LITTLE ELVES THEMED WALK ON THE 20th DECEMBER, 2015 We at Melleray Glen Rovers GAA Club are happy to announce that we will be holding a Mr. and Mrs. Claus and little Elves themed fundraising walk on Sunday, 20th December, 2015 from The Cats Bar, Melleray, to St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. In keeping with the joy of Christmas and the sharing and caring associated with it, we will be splitting all proceeds made with St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. This walk will be open to all ages and hopefully we will be joined by plenty of little elves along the route. To top off the day we will congregate in Melleray that night and hopefully get to sing the night away with Christmas Carols as promised from last year.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Ballyduff Upper Juvenile Juvenile Ballyduff Upper U-7’S & U-8’S HURLING Both our U-7 and U-8 hurlers teamed up with the camogie club last Sunday to play against Cois Bhride during half-time at the Senior Hurling Semi-Final match of Ballyduff Upper vs Tallow in the Fraher Field. Both teams gave a great display and it was very much appreciated by the crowd who gave them all a great round of applause. Hopefully it will be the first time of many occasions that the young boys and girls of the Parish will tog out in the red and white in the Fraher Field! U-9 HURLING Our U-9s lined out at home against Lismore last Saturday morning. After a slow start the boys got into it and did themselves proud. U-12 TOWN AND COUNTRY LEAGUE Well done to the U-12s who put on a great display of football against Cappoquin last Wednesday but were unfortunately beaten on the day. There are still a couple of more games left in this League. U-16 HURLING We would like to wish the best of luck to the U-16 panel as they take on Cappoquin next weekend in the semi-final of this championship. Venue and time will be confirmed by text.

Tallow SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 1, 5, 6, 20. No winner. Consolation Prizes: Dave Sheehan, Bernie Troy, Gerard Beecher (Shanballa) Paul Veale. Promoter: Daybreak. Next draw: The Hotel October 12th. Jackpot €8,000. Tallow 1-14; Ballyduff 0-16. The golfer Gary Player once said 'the secret to playing well is not how good your good shots are but how good your bad shots are' and this was evident for Tallow on Sunday as we survived a poor first half to go in at the break only three points down. We were good when we needed to be and that was enough. When we needed him, as in the quarter final, Thomas Ryan ran and worked and ran some more in the third quarter and then his innate class, took over and suddenly we were four points clear and the match was there for us. When we needed William Henley he produced two great points for us in the first half to prevent Ballyduff from getting out of sight and never let his workrate drop despite being outnumbered on puckouts and when Ryan Grey was needed in the first half he was nerveless and accurate to keep the scoreboard ticking over. Likewise, we stood firm in the frantic last few minutes when Sully and James Murray came to the rescue when they were needed. We were far from perfect on Sunday but when we were on top we tacked on points for fun and for the first ten minutes of each half we registered 1-7 without reply. Another great subplot of this match was the heavyweight battle between James Murray and Stephen Molumphy on the 40. It was a great game of bluff and counter-bluff as they both circled each other, wary of a knockout punch but willing to jab for all they were worth. Molumphy was at the centre of everything good that Ballyduff did in the first half and was outstanding in the last ten minutes, his catch and score to reduce the deficit to one point in injury time being worth the price of admission alone. But Murray was his usual brave self showing for every ball, getting through an amount of work and clearing his lines with a message on every ball. It's been a trying Summer off the field for our club and for our community in Tallow as we have been to far too many funerals, saying goodbye to great people before their time. The word 'sudden' doesn't even begin to describe the feeling of having a mother or a friend snatched away without warning or permission. An extended hurling year isn't going to take away the pain of the lads who have lost loved ones suddenly during the year but it will provide a welcome distraction as the evenings shorten and the fires are lit. And it will provide a positive focus as people from near and far make plans to travel on Sunday week, watched over by a gallery of long lost and recently lost. Either Ballygunner or Fourmilewater will be a big challenge but this team has faced big challenges for all the year and we're still standing. Once you're in the ring you have a puncher's chance and that is all we need. Tallow: S. O’Sullivan, K. Kearney, D. O’Brien, M. O’Brien, A. Kearney, J. Murray, J. Henley, K. Geary, P. O’Brien, B. McCarthy, T. Ryan, W. Henley, S. Feeney, R. Grey, E. Sheehan. Subs: P. Kearney, J. Neville. Scorers: T. Ryan 1-5, R. Grey 0-4 (4f), W. Henley 02, K. Geary, E. Sheehan, P. Kearney 0-1 each.

GALLANT IN DEFEAT In truth this game could have gone either way. To lose out by such a slender margin in a senior county semi final is bound to be heartbreaking for any team. Ballyduff were both dignified and magnanimous in the aftermath of the game and we thank them for their congratulations and genuine well wishes. COMHGHAIRDEAS

Hearty congrats to senior selector Stuart Barry and wife Aileen on the birth of baby Adam. I hear Stuart is after buying him a hurley already. Starting young!! CÓBHRÓN We extend our deepest sympathy to the Foley family, Stradbally and Ballygunner, on the tragic passing of Paul. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. We extend sincere sympathy to John Condon and family, on the tragic death of his wife Jacinta. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. TIDY TOWNS Tidy Towns Competition 2015: Adjudication Report. "Páirc Éamonn de Paor looked very well and the pavilion building was freshly painted." CAR STICKERS Car stickers are still available to purchase from Terence and Denis. Stickers are €3.50 each or 3 for €10. COUNTY FINAL The County final is set for Sunday, October 18th, at Walsh Park. Reaching a county final brings with it numerous expenses which unfortunately have to be met. With this in mind our club would be sincerely grateful to anyone who feels they would be able to contribute - however big or small. Déanann sparán trom croí éadrom!! NATIONAL DRAW Tickets are currently in circulation in town for the national car draw. There are some fantastic prizes and most importantly all money raised is retained by the club. Tickets are 10 euro each and can be purchased from most committee members. SUPPORT Your continued support to the senior hurlers has been amazing!! It would be fantastic to see the town a sea of blue and gold for the next few weeks so dig out the hats/flags/scarfs and headbands and get behind the lads for the big one!!!! BEST OF LUCK Wishing Cois Bhríde minor hurlers the very best of luck in the county final, this Saturday at Walsh Park. This game has a 2.00 p.m. throw-in! COIS BHRÍDE UPCOMING FIXTURES Saturday 10th MHC County Final at Walsh Park at 2.00 p.m. Cois Bhríde v. Ballygunner. Friday 9th U-11 football Division 2 home v. St.Pats at 6.00 p.m.

Dungarvan SYMPATHY All involved in the club extends sincere sympathy to local referee John Condon and his family on the tragic death of his wife Jacinta last Sunday morning. A member of the Houlihan family, that has strong connections with the Dungarvan club, Jacinta’s death is yet another heavy cross for all the family to carry. Sympathy is also extended to the Foley family in Stradbally and in Ballygunner on the death of Paul, another well known referee and former player. Both John and Paul have always been welcomed and friendly officials at games in our club Grounds. GET WELL SOON Best wishes from all in the club are extended to Billy Egan, for a speedy recovery to full health following his recent illness. Billy has been a member of many of our successful under age teams in recent years. UNDER 16 HURLING The County under Hurling Semi-Final takes place this Sunday, October 11th away to Mt. Sion at 11 am and the team management has requested as many as possible club members to come along and shout on the boys in this game. UNDER 15 HURLING We play St. Olivers in our own club Grounds in the Western Under 15 Hurling Championship on Wednesday week, October 14th at 7.30 pm. LOTTO AT €10,300 This week's lotto numbers are 7, 20, 22 and 30. There was no winner. Next week’s lotto is worth a nice €10,300. The winner of the €100 was Kay O’Connor (Byrneville). Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the lotto. Remember, you can do the lotto off your phone now.

Naomh Brid who defeated Ferybank in the County U-15 Football Championship Division 3 Plate final at the Fraher Field, Dungarvan recently.

€20 and a kid’s meal for €10. All seats must be booked before 8 pm tonight (Wednesday). To secure you spot, contact Mush on 087 9634993. COLOURFUL PARISH Thanks to everyone who has the St. Mary’s colours flying with pride around the parish. It’s a beautiful spectacle and a credit to each of you. If you don’t, it’s not too late to get those colours up yet!! SINCERE SYMPATHIES The entire county went into mourning last Tuesday evening when news broke of the sad passing of Paul Foley. A man who was highly respected in the GAA family, Paul excelled in both codes before following up his love of the games by becoming a referee and Chairman of Ballygunner’s juvenile club. Paul was also part of the highly acclaimed 1992 minor team that were ousted by Galway the All Ireland final, netting 2 goals on the day, a team that will never be forgotten in Deise folklore. Paul’s heart was always within his beloved Ballygunner and Stradbally clubs, but he also made his passion known for our very own Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club and had been supporting the team in Fraher field in our recent western final win. Paul’s mother Ellen (nee Whelan) hails from Knockboy, a hugely popular and respected family in the parish. To Paul’s wife Karen, children Lillian and Taidgh, his parents Ellen and Tom and the extended Foley and Whelan families, Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s offer their most sincere condolences. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. Also, our extreme sympathies to John Condon, An Rinn on the sad and tragic passing of his wife Jacinta over the weekend. Our thoughts and prayers are with John, his family and the Houlihan family at this very sad time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. HALLOWE’EN PARTY Saturday, 17th October see’s the return of our Hallowe’en fancy dress evening. A fantastic night is in store, dancing the night away with local band “Breakin Ice” followed up with DJ John Cliffe. On the night, fancy dress is optional (recommended) with prizes been giving out for various categories.

Tickets are priced at €15 and are super value for the night’s entertainment. Tickets can be purchased from any Touraneena Runners or GAA committee member or alternately contact Mush on 087 9634993 to secure yours. Tickets are selling fast and we can only sell to the capacity so get yours now and don’t be disappointed. There will be no bar available on the night, but you are welcome to bring your own. CHURCH GATE COLLECTION The club will be holding a church gate collection on the weekend of October 17th. We would appreciate your generosity and (hopefully) we will have the Western and County cups on display. Also, we will have appreciation buckets around our local retail outlets over the next few weeks. Any contribution would be welcomed. Please support the club. LOTTO Lotto tickets are available from all local retail outlets and from committee members. Tickets are priced at €2. Your ongoing support is thoroughly appreciated. HURLING WALL Our hurling wall is available for anyone who may want to come along and improve both your accuracy and skills. The hurling wall is available to everyone and we would encourage you to use it. Helmets must be worn at all times and horseplay is forbidden. CLUB NOTES/FACEBOOK/TWITTER UPDATES Please note that if anyone would like news/information included in our Club Notes/Facebook/Twitter Updates, they can do so by: Tel/Txt: 087 9634993, E-mailing - sliabhgcuapro@hotmail.com or by private message through facebook.

Stradbally LATE PAUL FOLEY It is with deep shock that we learned of the death of Paul Foley last week. Paul was an excellent player for Stradbally over the years in hurling

and football, and had since then taken up refereeing. To all of Paul's family we offer our deepest sympathy. May He rest in peace. SENIOR FOOTBALL The J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football Championship will see a play-off situation as a result of three teams, Nire, Ballinacourty and Clashmore Kinsalebeg finishing level on points in the League table (The Nire having received a walkover) the following is now the position. All three teams would not agree to a draw of lots to determine the final league table placings, so under rule 6.20 of the GAA Official Guide 2015 a play-off will now have to take place between all three teams to determine the final placings. The Waterford CCCC will meet as soon as possible to make the draw for the play-off's and will circulate the playoff dates thereafter. It is important to note that the Waterford Senior Football Champions will NOT be in the Munster Club Championship as we have no chance of fulfilling the date on 1st November. The Clubs who are still in championship who have representatives going to football forum on Monday night are requested to wait back after forum ends to meet CCCC to discuss conclusion of championship. LADIES NOTES Minor: Our minor team got their championship off to a great start with a win over Kilkenny city on Saturday last in Stradbally. It is the first time a team in Kilkenny is playing in this championship and it did not disappoint as it was a great game of football with nothing between the teams. Kilkenny led at half time 2.3 to 5pts but out girls upped their game and were victorious on a score line 4-11 to 4-5. A big thanks to Paul Heffernan and Noel who arranged the field and refreshments after the game. U-13: Our u-13s qualified for the semi final of this league and will play Gaultier/Na Deise this Wednesday night at 6:45 in Stradbally. All-Ireland Cups: On Friday last Nicola and Chloe Fennell brought their All-Ireland winning cups to the three schools in the parish!! The girls got a great reception in each school and here's hoping many of the girls in the schools will follow in their footsteps in years to come.

SliabhgCua/St. gCua/St. Marys Sliabh Mary's COUNTY FINAL The ‘Buzz’ around the Sliabh gCua area has been electric over the last week as we await our County final fixture. After waiting 26 years for a hurling final, the day is almost upon us. This Saturday sees us travel to Walsh Park where we will meet eastern champions Fenor with a throwin time of 3:45. The team have all their preparations and training done and all we can do now is give our best on the day. It’s now more than ever that the team need your support, you have been fantastic all year so please come along and urge the boys on. We wish the team and management the very best of luck on the day.St. Mary’s Abu!!! COUNTY FINAL MEAL The club will be returning to the Park Hotel immediately after the County final where we will be having a meal with the team. We would like to invite you all along to dine with us at the night. A 3 course meal is available at the bargain price of

St. Olivers who defeated Gaultier in the County U-15 Football Championship Division 1 Plate Final at the Fraher Field, Dungarvan recently.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Entries now open for 25th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10

Mary Hogan ladies winner over 50 at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race is presented with her prize by Irene Clarke WWAC.

Men's over 45 prizewinner Yev Chizhikov at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race

West Waterford Athletic Club Athlete of the Year 2015

Tom Leahy wins Autumn quarter THE Autumn quarter of the Athlete of the Year has reached its conclusion and it's been a busy quarter for our members with athletes competing consistently in club events during this period. he outright winner in this quarter is Tom Leahy. Yev Chizhikov was the top scorer for the quarter on 15 points but Yev who is current athlete of the year from last year has also won this year's spring quarter which rules him out from taken another quarterly prize. In second place we had a tie between Tom Leahy and David McNally, both finishing with 12 points. The rules of the competition says on a tie you look at the previous quarter which is summer to determine who had the highest points for this period and here Tom accumulated a tally of 15 points and David 14 points so this gives Tom a slender 1 point victory, so it has been a busy running time of the year

for Tom who just recent broke the 3 hour barrier for the marathon in Berlin. David was, of course, 3rd for the quarter also on 15 points. There were three athletes on 11 points, Gerry O'Connor, Eamonn Curran and Onra Power followed by 5 athletes on 10 points Paul Brunnock, Micheal Callaghan, Micheal Moynihan, Ann Dunford and Ted O'Leary. With just the final winter quarter to go in this year's competition our leader in the overall Athlete of the Year is Yev Chizhikov who is currently on a huge 50 points and looks odd on to retain this title, Yev has a big margin over his chasers Ray Hahesy and Tom Leahy who both have 38 points with David McNally a further 3 points behind on 35 and the final top 5 placing's is Diana Chizhikova with 34 points. We have one more quarter still to come, winter, so plenty of opportunities still for us all

to have a go at winning one of the quarters. Our winners to date this year are Yev Chizhikov Spring Diana Chizhikova Summer and now Tom Leahy Autumn, so these are ruled out from winning another quarter as any one athlete can only win once, but of course you can win a quarter and still win the overall title for 2015. All West Waterford organised events count and 2 points are awarded if you represent your club in a championship event. The leaders for autumn quarter 2015 were as follows: Yev Chizhikov 13 Tom Leahy 12 David McNally 12 Eamonn Curran11 Gerry O'Connor 11 Onra Power 11 Micheal Moyhnihan 10 Micheal Callaghan 10 Ann Dunford 10 Ted O’Leary 10 Paul Brunnock 10

10 mile club training with Forde’s Daybreak LAST Tuesday evening was week 1 of 18 in a build up to the biggest race in the calendar the John Treacy Dungarvan 10 mile road race. We have a number of build up races within our training programme and the first one takes place this weekend in the Friary. Don’t be put off that it’s called a ‘cross country’ race as all levels of runners will be participating. The distances on the day will be 2 laps of the grounds for the ladies (4k) and 4 laps for the men (8K). Race starts at 12 noon. We are very fortunate to have Kevin Forde of Forde’s

Daybreak as our overall sponsor for the race and as sponsor of our 10 mile training group and long term athlete development programme. Kevin has been very generous in his sponsorship and will be sponsoring our new 10 mile club championship. Forde’s Daybreak have donated unique trophies for the overall Male & Female winners, within the training group. This championship is only open to Club athletes who regularly attend our training sessions. For the 10 mile race we have a number of build up races that we encourage all

Impressive winning return by David McCarthy AFTER a prolonged injury spell West Waterford's David McCarthy made in impressive and winning return to the sport last Saturday when he took a resounding victory in the Galway Bay 10k in a time of 31.20 with Conor Dooney 2nd in 31.24. David an hour later lined up at the same event for the half marathon and here he recorded a fast time of 1.07.43 to take 3rd place behind Roman Prodius 1.06.04 and John Travers 1.06.31. Great to see David back in such good form and more importantly to have his injury woes behind him. In the marathon event at the same venue Terri Gough clocked another marathon up when completing the course in 5.17.42.

athletes to do - Forde’s Daybreak Open cross country 4/10/2015 - Brickey 4 mile Race 8/11/2015 - Turkey Trot 13/12/2015 - Colligan Cup 17/01/2016 - 10 mile race 31/01/2016 In each race your gender placing will dictate how many points you receive and it’s the best 3 of 4 races that will be taken into consideration. For the 10 mile race it’s your placing in your age category that counts. If you chose not to participate in the club championship you can still attend club training sessions.

Dublin City Marathon ALL club participants are reminded that the upcoming Dublin Marathon also incorporates the Irish National Marathon championships for 2015. All West Waterford AC athletes running in Dublin will need to be registered for the championship race also. Please inform club secretary Ann Dunford 086 0619711 if you are running Dublin this year so as she can forward on club teams for the event.

ENTRIES are now open for the 25th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 which will be held on Sunday, January 31st 2016. West Waterford Athletic Club have announced details of the event which has established itself as a must run race on the Irish road running calendar with participants from all four corners of the country and beyond participating. The race has grown year on year and is a pre entry race which will close when 2,500 entries is reached. (please note this race was full in a very short time last year). West Waterford Athletic Club is delighted with the support it receives from its sponsor for this event, we are fortunate to have the support of the local authorities, Glaxosmithkline, Tipperary Water, Flahavan’s, Déise Design, Go Dungarvan Smarter Travel, Nike, Ger Wyley Sports along with many other local businesses and individuals who are all giving valuable support helping to make the day a great occasion for the town of Dungarvan. The race also incorporates

the popular John Treacy Club Challenge Cup for men’s and ladies teams which has proved to be hugely competitive. We will again be calling on all the athletic clubs of Ireland to take on the challenge in the 2016 event. The John Treacy Dungrvan 10 brings together the ideal race combination of fun runners, joggers, club athletes and top class internationals who compete over a fast flat 10 mile course around the historic town of Dungarvan, we look forward to welcoming you to our town on January 31st 2016. Don't be disappointed as many were last year get your entry in soon. All race details can be found at www.dungarvan10mile.org JOHN TREACY DUNGARVAN 10 SUPPORTS DOGS FOR THE DISABLED We are delighted this week to be announcing that after only days since entries have opened for the 2016 John Treacy Dungarvan 10 that already we’re up in the hundreds of entries received for the 2016 running of the event

for the January 31st event we have increased the number of participants to 2,500 which adds another 500 places for entrants from the 2015 figure, as so many were disappointed when entries filled up in 3 weeks and were unable to run the event, we hope this will alleviate this happening for 2016. Last year also for the first time we brought on board a charity of which proved very successful as €2,000 was donated to SERT on that occasion. For the 2016 event. Again we have decided to continue this and we hope to raise as much cash as possible for the chosen charity Dogs for the Disabled. Dogs for the Disabled is a unique charity founded in 2007 to improve the lives of children and adults living with physical disabilities in Ireland. The organisation is made up of mainly of volunteers and they receive no government funding to provide their service. The assistance dogs are specially trained to assist physically disabled children and adults to carry out a range of practical tasks in order to achieve greater independ-

ence. Every dog is trained to help with simple everyday tasks such as opening/closing doors, picking up dropped items, emptying the washing machine, sending for help or even helping a child with severe walking difficulties to walk with greater ease and balance plus much more. Each dog is trained to cater for the needs of the specific client to enable them to live life with greater independence. This encourages them to become more active and outgoing in their community by taking their assistance dog for walks and engaging with the public at large. When entering this year's John Treacy Dungarvan 10, you have the option of supporting Dogs for the disabled. Please donate. On race day we will also be taking donations at race H.Q for those who might like to contribute. We are delighted that with the entries received to date that a very high percentage of those have subscribed to this worthy cause, a trend we hope will continue until the race is completely full.

22nd Annual West Waterford Athletic Club Winter League AFTER the brilliant weather this autumn which now seems to be coming to an end we start thinking about our winter league, Yes the evenings are quickly drawing in and the mornings darker and it's now near time to don the hi-viz vest get you winter league number attached to it where it will stay of the next 4 months and get ourselves to the sports centre every Wednesday night for our weekly group battle. The clubs winter league registration night is on Wednesday 28th October and the first night proper on the following week Wednesday November 4th. The league will begin with the traditional registration night and on this particular night all those interested in taking part in the winter league are asked to come along and register to get their number. You will be issued with a

waterproof number for a cost of €5. This number should be used on every night that you run and its most important that you bring this number as it will be chipped which will record you finishing time each week (no number and chip and no time). We will have people on hand at the sports centre that will be available to answer any questions you may have regarding the league. For all those that won’t be able to make it to the sports centre on the first night, you may register and get your number on the following Wednesday night. In fact, it’s possible to join the winter league at any stage throughout the course of the league. The cost of the league will be €2 for each night for West Waterford AC club members and €3 for non -members. The cost to join the league is

Running Technique Workshop

Committee Meeting

THE date set for Saturday for a Running Technique Workshop is 28th November 10-2 pm. This is a practical workshop and will provide practical knowledge and skills to analyse and improve your running form along with a host of techniques to keep the body moving optimally and injury free. There will be group video footage and general analysis and feedback on how to deal with specific issues. For further information and to book contact Irene on (086) 8242348. Places are limited.

€5, this is a once-off payment for your number and then €2 for each night for West Waterford AC club members and €3 for non-members. ONCE OFF WINTER LEAGUE PAYMENT 0nce again this year we will have the same system of league payment which is optional whereby you could make a once off payment for the entire league, this went down extremely well with over half of the league runners using this system of payment in the past and in doing so saved themselves time and money. For club members you can pay €30 (this includes the €5 once-off number payment) and for non members you can pay a once off payment of €40 which also includes the €5 number payment charge. The league will run for 7 nights before Christmas finishing on December 17th. We will

resume action on Wednesday January 6th and continue until February 17th. The mystery tour night will be held on Friday night 19th February. The various division positions are made during the Christmas break and will be displayed weekly on our return night in January. Remember rule number one, no bib no run! Rule number 2, no watches. Rule number 3 no head phones or any music devices. Final rule obey stewards at all times. We urge all those who came along to the Friary to the recent leagues held there to consider keeping up their fitness over the winter months, don’t undo the great start you have made to being a healthier you, after making such great strides at the leagues why not continue by taking part in the winter league, so come along and bring a friend, you’ll be glad you did.

THE Senior club’s monthly committee meeting will be held this Thursday, October 8th in Minnie’s Bar at 8.30 p.m.

Sympathy WEST Waterford AC extends sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mrs. Margaret Deegan, Hennessey's Road, Waterford City who passed to her eternal reward last week. May she rest in peace.

Ray Hahesy winner of the men's over 50 prize at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race. Presenting Ray with his prize is Irene Clarke, WWAC.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

23rd Annual Forde’s Daybreak Open Cross Country race for the James Hughes Perpetual Cup

William Maunsell comes out on top NOW in its 23rd year the eagerly awaited Open Cross Country race for the James Hughes Perpetual took place last Sunday at St. Augustine's College, as previous years the race also incorporated the country senior and junior cross country championships for men and women. For the 3rd year the James Hughes Perpetual Cup which was presented to the race by the Power family, Abbeyside, in memory of their grandfather who was an International cross country runner during the time of the war was presented to the overall race winner. Thankfully it remained dry for the race itself with just a little wind but mild conditions all the same for the largest field of runners witnessed in the event for many years. From the starters whistle four athletes raced away on the four lap circuit covering 8,000 metres from Clonmel AC William Maunsell, Ferrybank's Andrew Connick and two East Cork AC athletes Tim O’Donoghue and James McCarthy. These four battled away together for the second lap also with Maunsell at all times setting the pace in front, it was the third lap before the winning move was made when Clonmel's Maunsell upped the tempo with 1,000 metres remaining, racing clear of Connick and the two East Cork men who were left battling it out for the runnersup spot. Maunsell crossed the finish line in a time of

24.14 to claim the title and have his name inscribed on the beautiful James Hughes Perpetual Trophy alongside his brother William's name who had won it the previous year 2014. On the final half lap Connick 24.38 broke clear of McCarthy and O'Donoghue to claim second and at the finish line it was O'Donoghue 24.48 a previous winner of this race who proved just a tad too strong for McCarthy to claim 3rd. Vinny Codd Waterford AC 29.46 took the 0/40 prize 28.35. First over 45 was Yev Chizikov West Waterford AC 29.52, Ray Hahesy West Waterford AC won the over 50 category in 30.12, Ray also won this category last year and on that occasion he ran a time of 30.07 so a good solid performance form Ray again. Ken Higgs UCC Staff 37.17 took the 0/55 prize with a time of 28.19 and the first junior prize went to Fiachra Mahony Waterford AC 29.22, well done to all. MEN’S RESULTS RESULTS OF FORDE’S DAYBREAK OPEN CC 1st Male William Maunsell Clonmel AC 24.14; 2nd Male Andrew Connick Ferrybank AC 24.38; 3rd Male Tim O'Donoghue East Cork AC 24.48 0/40 Vinny Codd WWAC 29.46 0/45 Yev Chizikov WWAC 29.52 0/50 Ray Hahesy WWAC 30.07 0/55 Ken Higgs UCC Staff

37.17 Jr men Fiachra Mahony Waterford AC 29.22 GRANT SISTERS BATTLE IT OUT FOR LADIES VICTORY It was great once again this year to see such great numbers of the Ladies race. Just like the men's the ladies race also had 4 athletes away from the gun on the 4,000 metres circuit 2 laps of the Friary grounds, We had visiting athletes from Portlaoise when sister Paula and Sharon Grant kept the tempo very high at the head of affairs with St. Senan's Adele Walsh and Ferrybank’s Aoife Queally in close contention also. Nothing separated the four as they took the bell lap but the Midlands Ladies drove hard for home over the final 500 metres and broke clear of the chasing two, Paula it was who came out with the victory crossing the finish line just ahead of her sister in a time of 14.27 with Sharon 2nd recording a time of 14.27 Aoife Queally the Ferrybank youngster fought of the challenge of Adele Walsh to take the 3rd placing in 14.41. Well done to category winners also Adele Walsh St. Senan's AC won the 0/40 category and Bridget Coffey West Waterford AC took the over 45 section, Mary Hogan ind was the victor in the over 50 category and Niamh Casey Ferrybank AC won the ladies junior prize. Well done to all. RESULTS 1st Lady Paula Grant

Portlaoise AC 14.24; 2nd lady Sharan Grant Portlaoise AC 14.27; 3rd Lady Orla Queally Ferrybank AC 14.41 0/40 Adele Walsh St. Senan’s AC 14.48 0/45 Bridget Coffey West Waterford AC 17.37 0/50 Mary Hogan Ind 21.31 Jr Niamh Casey Ferrybank AC 15.59 THANKS Firstly, our sincere thanks to our new race sponsor Forde's Day break on the Youghal Road Dungarvan. It's a huge boost to this event this year and going forward to have a great sponsor many

thanks Kevin. To the Power family especially Donal Power, grandson of James Hughes who donated the magnificent cup to this race three years ago, many thanks. Once again our thanks to Br. Patrick Lennon for laying out the course and to the College for the use of their facility to hold the race and to all the crew that helped with the race in anyway especially all our own club crew doing registration, timing, results etc. We will have a full report on county senior and junior cross country championships in next week’s notes.

Paula Grant Portlaoise AC overall winner of the Ladies race at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race is presented with her prize by Irene Clarke WWAC.

Ann and Charlie Lawn pictured before the off at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race.

Garvey’s SuperValu Autumn League

Very enjoyable final night in Autumn League THE fifth and final round of the Garvey's Supervalu Autumn League took place last Thursday evening and once again was enjoyed by all. It was our final visit to St. Augustine's College for 2015 and what a year we have had there. It's all systems go now for the upcoming Winter League as registration night will take place on Wednesday, October 28th at the Sports Centre, Dungarvan. We hope to see you all there and look forward to another winter of running the roads of our town! CONOR ONCE AGAIN Conor Coleman has really enjoyed this league and once again last Thursday evening he was in control as he crossed the finish line in 7.15. This may not have been Conor's best time for the league but he stayed just ahead of second place finisher who once again was Ciaran Frisby in 7.17. 5 FROM 5 FOR OISIN When you are first home on all 5 nights in the league there can be little argument that you deserve your victory and this week Oisin O’Riordan kept his best for last as he had his fastest time

Padraig Healy and Mossie Keogh battle it out at last Sunday’s Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race. of 14.08 for the league. Second to Oisin this week was John Downey who recorded 15.09 for the 2.4 miles. Stephen Hogan also

had his fastest time of the league finishing in third place on the night in 16.51. Next home was Gerry Cummins in 17.24 while Brid Veale was

Donal Power presents the James Hughes perpetual cup to winner of the 23rd annual Forde's Daybreak Open Cross Country race last Sunday William Maunsell, Clonmel AC.

first lady home again in the 2 laps in 19.49. CIAN TAKES SPRINT FINISH We said last week that Cian O’Riordan was keeping Yev Chizhikov honest in the 3 Lap distance and once again this week Cian pushed himself to the limits taking the last bend in the lead and pushing himself all the way to the finish line and try as he could Yev could not catch him as they both finished with p.b.'s for this league with times of 21.18 and 21.20 respectively. Not to be outdone Cian's brother Shane also recorded a p.b for the league as he broke 22 minutes for the first time clocking 21.45. Aoife Hamilton was first lady to finish the 3 laps and she too struck for a p.b of 23.08. MOSSIE RUNNING SUPER TIMES FOR 4 LAPS Mossie Keogh got so close to the 28 minute mark last week in 28.05, well this week he took nearly over 20 seconds from this time completing the 4.8 miles in 27.46, super running from Mossie. Each week the juveniles have added something special to the league and the 4 lap is no exception as Liam

Reilly having broken 30 minutes in week 4 continued the trend and took his time down to 29.42 this week. The returning Berliner Tom Leahy not only had a p.b for his marathon but completed the 4 laps in the Friary 4 days later in 32.57 while Ray Hahesy is continuing his good form clocking 32.58. Pat Power had a super run here clocking 35.06 with Ted O’Leary just behind in 36.08. Catriona Kiely (40.52) was first lady home showing that her hard work and dedication in her marathon training is paying off. SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Thanks as always to our sponsors for this league Liam Power of Garvey’s Supervalu Dungarvan and the Coolagh Road who is a great supporter of local athletics. Once again thanks to our own Shirley, Sharon Jim and James for their work with the van and at the finish line and taking the entries. PRIZEGIVING We held the prizegiving for this league last Thursday evening and we will have a full round up of the prize winners next week.

County Novice and Masters this Sunday THE county Novice and Masters for men and women will be held this coming Sunday, at St. Augustine’s College, Abbeyside. The juvenile uneven ages will precede the adult race and they get underway at 11.00. The adult race will follow immediately after. All eligible athletes are requested to run their county championships.

Munster Novice and under 23 Cross Country Entries THE first Munster Cross Country Championship race will be the Novice and U-23 which are being held on Sunday 25th October in Carriganore Waterford. The club will be sending in the entries for same shortly, any member wishing to take part is asked to contact cross country coordinator Tony Ferncombe 083-3070569 A.S.A.P. No entries will be accepted on the day of race. As this is a home venue this year it's important for the club and country to have teams entered.

Running Quote THAT'S the thing about running: Your greatest runs are rarely measured by racing success. They are moments in time when running allows you to see how wonderful your life is.

Tom Longan records new marathon P.B. A FANTASTIC well done to club member Tom Longan who recorded a brand new marathon personal best last Sunday at the Chester Marathon. Tom crossed the finish line in 03.06.58. This time was a full hour faster that Toms time in Dublin in 2010 and it takes over 5 minutes off his old mark. Well done Tom.

Pictured is Tom Longan who ran a new Marathon personal best time of in Chester last weekend of 3.6.58.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sat/Sun October 3/4th 1st. Simon Kelly (13) 43pts, 2nd. Stephen Spillane (13) 39 pts; 3rd. Michael Collins (24) 38pts, Gross; Max Quinn (11) 28pts. CSS: Sat 36pts, Sun 35 pts Tuesday Treats – 29th September 1st Liam O’Brien (11) 21pts, Visitor Stephen Ahearne. Open Gents Singles – Wednesday, 30th September 1st Paul Morrissey (11) 38 pts, 2nd Stephen Spillane (13) 36pts, CSS 37pts. Indian Summer Scramble Friday, 2nd October 1st. Tom Breathnach, Mary Spratt & Thomas O’Grady – 22.4; 2nd. Tom Higgins, Chris Clancy & Neil Suipeil – 23.1. Ardmore/Clashmore Society – Cahir GC Saturday, 3rd Oct. 1st. Kieran O’Brien (13) 38pts; 2nd Ollie Broderick (17) 37pts; 3rd John McCarthy (12) 36pts. MSD Golf Society 1st Gerard Byrne 40 pts, 2nd Frank Darrer 39 pts, 3rd Frank O’Meara 39 pts; Gross: B. Hewitt. FIXTURES Tuesday, 6th Oct. Gents Open 9 hole Stableford. Wednesday, 7th Oct. 18 Hole Open Gents Singles plus special value Seniors. Thursday, 8th Oct. Irish Senior Schools Championship- Tee reserved 9.00 – 11.30 am. Sat 10th/Sun 11th Oct. – Club Competition – 18 hole stableford. Sunday, 11th Oct. – Players Invitational Championship.

PLAYERS INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2015. SUNDAY, 11th OCTOBER This 18 hole event is open to members and visitors who have won 18 hole competitions at West Waterford during 2015. Visitors should already have received an invitation and if not, please contact the club immediately. Members can check the list on the notice board and book their tee times before Friday, 9th October. There are valuable prizes on offer so book your tee time now. 3 HAMPERS TO BE WON IN BONUS PRIZE EVENT To show our appreciation for your support in our weekend competitions we are once again offering members the chance to win one of 3 valuable Christmas hampers. No extra fee, you just play in the weekend competition and pay the usual €6 entry fee. Each week the winners in each of 3 categories will qualify for the playoffs. Where a category winner is already qualified, the next best score will qualify on the week. Watch out for full details on the club notice board. It could be You. GARY HURLEY MAKES IRISH DEBUT AT MOUNT WOLESLEY Following on a steady performance in the Alfred Dunhill Links championship with a 3 round total of 2 under par, Gary Hurley will make his professional debut on Irish soil at Mount Wolseley on Thursday in the European Challenge Tour event. The four day event will run from October 8th – 11th and should attract a large contingent from the Gary gang now

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday 3rd & Sunday, 4th October – 18 Hole Singles Stableford: 1st Alf Barden (20) 37 pts. B9; 2nd Trevor Sheehan (12) 37 pts. B9; 3rd Marty McNamara (18) 37 pts. CSS: Saturday 68; Sunday 68. It’s getting to that time of the year again where the lie is not the most important thing about the golf ball, it is whether you can identify which leaf its under when looking for it! With the season drawing to a close those who made it out this weekend in between the junior captains prize on Saturday and the Ashes on the Sunday deserve their prizes for getting out in a busy weekend at the club.

Alf Barden is top of the tree this weekend with 37 points and it had to be a good 37 points because it was a close run race with all three prize winners with the same total. A front nine of 18 points and a back nine of 19 points was the key. Alf was very steady throughout with his scoring and a total of 5 pars gets him top spot this weekend. Second was Trevor Sheehan. Trevor was fresh off a weekend training camp in Wexford to hone his skills and he has got the benefit for it this week. A 19 point front nine and a return of 18 is was put paid to him winning, two birdies and 8 pars was good golf in fairness but he got pipped on the back nine for first. Third was Marty

Prizewinners in the Mna Eile Final at West Waterford Golf Club jointly sponsored by Garvey’s Super Valu and Castlematyr Resort with seated from left: Marie T. Curran (Player of the Tournament); Pat Tuson (2nd); Betty Joyce, winner; Mary Barron, Lady Captain; Reena McDonald and Eithne Ashby. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] fully recovered from the Royal Lytham trip. JUNIORS TRIP TO MOUNT WOLSELEY In conjunction with the Challenge Tour our junior members are invited to a golf lesson plus entry to the event on Saturday, 10th October. A bus will leave West Waterford at 8 am on Saturday and the all in cost is €10 pp. Please contact Justin Spratt or Michael Byrne, or ring 058 43216 to book your place. SEVEN IN A ROW FOR DUNGARVAN GSK IN BLACKWATER CUP Dungarvan GSK travelled to Athlone on Saturday to compete with GSK teams from Cork, Dublin and Sligo for the Blackwater Cup. The Dungarvan boys recorded a famous 7th consecutive victory to take the trophy back to the Deise. West Waterford was well represented by Philip Spratt, Caolan Flynn and Richard O’Gorman, and were joined by Conor Clancy, GP Ryan, Tom Power, Aidan Landers and John Kiely. BELVEDERE TROPHY West Waterford lost to Ballykisteen in the first Munster round at Cahir on

Sunday last on a 4-1 scoreline. Having lost 3 matches, both of the remaining pairs on the course were in line for a win when called in. It’s been a great year for Edward and the lads who acquitted themselves admirably throughout the campaign. Thank you to everyone who participated throughout the campaign. CLUB SINGLES MATCHPLAY Percy Walsh has booked his place in the final with a win over Coleman Walsh. We await the winner of the other semi final. CLUB FOURBALL Des Cleary and Richard Ronayne have booked their place in the final and await the winners of the outstanding semi- final. MENS CLUB OUTING A group of 24 had a most enjoyable outing to Ballykisteen on Wednesday, 30th September. With temperatures in the high teens the golf was of a high standard with the seniors dominating in the prizes. Justin Spratt 37, Billy Nugent 36, and Michael French 33pts. The 4 course meal was enjoyed by all and the post

mortem on the days golf was held over a few pints before retiring for the night. Following breakfast on Thursday a small group travelled the short journey to Cahir Park for another 18 holes. Bertie Hallahan took the honours here, closely followed by – you’ve guessed it Justin. Thanks to John Joyce for organising a most enjoyable outiong. AUGUST/SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE TROPHY FLYNN IS CHAMPION Wayne Flynn produced round of the tournament this week with 34pts which included 2 birdies for 9 Holes to win the Challenge Cup from Cappoquin player Keith Landers. Keith finishes a credible 2nd place after leading for the last 5 weeks. Jack Kiely finishes with a late flourish of 29pts to score 3rd position on 60pts. Full Leaderboard on Facebook Winter Challenge from 1st October, 9 Holes with Best 2 Cards to Count. SUNDAY ROAST SPECIAL Enjoy lunch at our restaurant on Sunday with our new Sunday Roast Menu avail-

able from 12.30 – 3 pm. Non Members are most welcome to come along and enjoy Sunday Lunch in the tranquil surroundings of the Brickey Valley. JUNIOR LESSONS Ongoing lessons each Saturday. Girls: from 10 am11 am. Boys: from 11 am-12 noon & 2 pm-3 pm. Cost €5. 086 352 1070 twmurphy9@gmail.com Facebook: Tim Murphy Coaching LADIES The Grand Final of the Mna Eile was held on Sunday, 4th October; Betty Joyce from Lismore Golf Club was to be the worthy winner with a great score of 41 points. 1st Betty Joyce (12) Lismore G.C. 41 points; 2nd Pat Tilson (20) Faithlegg G.C. 39 points; Best Gross: Rosie Murphy playing off 18; 3rd Shauna Wall (28) 38 points; 4th Frances Steel (34) Carrick-on-Suir G.C. 37 points. CSS: 38 points. The winner of the 13 hole competition held in conjunction with the Mna Eile Final was Reena McDonnell (36) 24 points and 2nd was Ciara Donnelly (36) with 20 points.

Congratulations to Marie T. Curran (25), who won the Player of the Tournament prize with 4 best of 5 cards. September 9 hole (2 best cards to count) kindly sponsored by Geraldine Hickey:1st Mary Herlihy (34) 46 points; 2nd Reena McDonnell (36) 43 points; 3rd Marie T. Curran (25) 39 points. Matchplay – The two finalists for 2015 have now been decided and Margaret O'Sullivan and Eleanor Murnaghan now contest the final. 13 hole ongoing, in aid of Breast Cancer Research commences on Monday, 5th October, to Sunday, 25th October inclusive. This is a very worthy cause and hope all the ladies will reenter as often as possible. This week’s competition is an 18 hole S/F on Thursday 8th or Sunday 11th kindly sponsored by Ann Rochford. October 9 hole is being sponsored by Eithne Ashby. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Lady Captain's Lunch on Sunday, 8th November, at 4.30 p.m. Please mark your choice of meal on the noticeboard in the locker room.

McNamara, Marty was another 37 point man with 20 points on the front nine a couple of double bogeys towards the end of his round scuppered his chances this weekend. LISMORE WINS THE ANNUAL ASHES COMPETITION On Sunday last the second leg of the annual ashes match against Dungarvan GC was held. Lismore were 17 holes down from the first round in Dungarvan but turned it around in fine fashion to win by 10 holes for a finish. Well done to all involved. CLUB FOURSOMES FINAL The club foursomes final took place on Saturday last with Paddy and Dermot O’Leary taking on Tony Hennebry and Damien Casey. Dermot and Paddy emerged victorious to on the 17th to win 3 and 1 and keep the matchplay trophy with an O’Leary name on it for another year after Ted O’Leary and James Bennett won it last year.

CLUB MIXED AND MEN’S SINGLES FINALS The final pairings for both the mixed and the singles are set and the club would urge all concerned to get the finals played as soon as possible please. Please note the Captain’s dinner will take place on the 23rd of October. JUNIOR CAPTAIN’S PRIZE On Saturday last in glorious sunshine almost 20 junior golfers, male and female took part in the Captain’s prize to the juniors. Captain Sean and Lady Captain Amanda spoke to the young golfers emphasising the fact that golf was great fun and a great way of making friends and a game you could play long after you had to retire from other sports. Following a few hours great golf and great fun in the sunshine, the presentation of prizes took place in the clubhouse with both captains in attendance. Also present was Mr. Joe Curtin AA Fireservices. Sponsor Joe is a long standing and very generous supporter of Junior Golf in

Lismore and his contribution is very much appreciated. Thanks to all who worked with juniors during the year. The winner was Conor Bennett who played a solid game to win from a good enthusiastic field. The future of Lismore Golf is solid and the Captain and Lady Captain was well pleased with the afternoon. MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 5th to Friday, 9th October – Ongoing Front 9 Hole Comp. Saturday 10th & Sunday, 11th October – 18 Hole Singles Stroke kindly sponsored by Bernie Glavin. (GOY). Monday 12th to Friday, 16th October – Ongoing Front 9 Hole Comp. Saturday 17th & Sunday, 18th October – 18 Hole Singles Stroke kindly sponsored by Foley’s On The Mall. LADIES GOLF NOTES This was a quiet and sombre week for our ladies with the sad news of the passing of Helen Farrow’s husband Faz. We all send our deepest condolences to Helen and the girls on their great loss.

We also send our deepest sympathies to Esther Hornibrook and Connie Dowd on the death of their sister Joy Bryan. R.I.P. RESULTS This Week’s competition was cancelled and will now take place in a couple of weeks. FIXTURES Sun 4th & Wed 7th Oct 18 Hole Stableford, kindly sponsored by O’Neill’s Daybreak, Tallow. Sun 11th & Wed 14th Oct 18 Hole, G.O.Y. Christmas Prizes, Kindly Sponsored by Roche’s, Centra, Lismore. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS Patricia Bolger McCarthy claimed the Club singles championship title this week after a very tight encounter with Catherine Neville which needed a par on the 18th hole from Patricia to decide the issue. Patricia is also in the final of the Mixed with partner PJ Coughlan and they will meet Captain Amanda Power and partner Liam Feeney in the next week. Both semi-finals of the club

4somes are due to be played the coming weeks so best of luck everyone. GOLFER OF THE YEAR Katherine Moynihan holds a 1 point lead over Catherine Neville and Amanda Power is just a few points behind with one G.O.Y. competition left to be played. DATES FOR THE DIARY Our Past Captains & Presidents & Committee Annual get together will now take place on Sat Oct 17th. The Captain’s & Sponsors Dinner goes ahead on Fri Oct 23rd. Ladies AGM will take place on Wed Nov 11th. JUNIORS The Captain’s Prize to the Juniors went ahead on Saturday last supervised by James Bennett. The weather was summer like and the many beginners enjoyed a fun scramble with the more advanced taking on the course in a more serious manner, results report in men’s notes. Thanks to Laoise and James and anyone else who has helped out with the Junior’s during the year.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net

ANOTHER busy week at the club. With great weather The Monday Seniors is proving most popular and we had visitors from Youghal, Charleville, Carrick, Mahon, Williamstown, Kinsale, West Waterford, Muskerry, Gold Coast, SlievenaMon and Mitchelstown take to the course. John Cronin from Youghal took the honours shooting 37 points. In the Thursday Open John O’Keeffe from Tramore played the round of his life shooting 45 points to take first place. Our visitors were highly complementary of our course and they continue to return. Owen O’Grady did the business in the Monthly Medal shooting a fine 68. On the Ladies side, incoming Vice Captain Christine O’Keeffe played some great golf this week winning on Tuesday, taking fourth spot on Saturday and winning the Matchplay. Young Ethan Raher made his debut in the Mens section shooting a brilliant 41 points and its only a matter of time before his handicap is lower than his dad David. I’d say about a week. Our junior girls were in action at Waterford and as usual they excelled themselves. Caoimhe Reynolds, Sarah Moynihan

and Maisie Breen won the South East Junior League. Well done to all concerned. We continue to welcome new members and our Girls section will increase by one as we congratulate James Hayes and his wife Orla on their new arrival. James was spotted dashing from the course on Saturday morning and all ended well. Mother and baby doing fine. On a sad note, the club offers our sincerest condolences to Mary Flavahan on the sudden passing of her sister. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dilis. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS The annual subscription rates for next season due for payment on the 1st October were recently emailed to all members. If you were not in receipt of an email please contact Irene Lynch Secretary/Manager on dungarvangc@eircom.net or 05843310 with your up to date email address or with any queries you may have. We thank members for making payments already and for confirming Standing Order participation. Thank you for your continued support. NIGHT AT THE DOGS Spaces are filling up fast for our night at the dogs on

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 29th September: Open Seniors, CSS 38 pts. 1st: Joe O’Donovan (14) 42 pts. 2nd: John Foley (22) 40 pts. 1st Lady: Martina Corkery (21) 34 pts. Friday, 2nd October: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Brian O’Callaghan (6) 40 pts Fermoy. Gross: Stephen Wolfe (5) 32 pts Fermoy. Saturday 3rd/Sunday, 4th October: 3 Man Scramble. 1st: Micheal White (4), Tom White (6), John Flynn (13) 561⁄8; 2nd: Derek Power (3), Jack Moore (18), Willie Moore (18) 605⁄8. FIXTURES Tuesday, 6th October: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 9th October: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 10th October: Club Competition. Sunday, 11th October: Club Competition. Tuesday, 13th October: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. DOUBLE UP NEXT WEEKEND The double-ups in September proved very pop-

ular and the three winners, Brian O’Connor received a €50 Deise Golf Voucher, Derek Power a prize from David Hayes and Richard Walsh received a top of the range BBQ. Next weekend there will be a special prize of a voucher for the best combined score over next Saturday and Sunday. 2’S CLUB FOR WEEKEND COMPETITIONS Starting next Saturday there will be a 2’s Club operating, covering both Saturday and Sunday. The entry fee is €2 and this covers a player for both days. This format will continue until Winter Rules come in. Only scores on computer count. HAM COMPETITIONS Our very popular ham competitions which are run over 10 holes have commenced and will continue up to Christmas. Entry is €3 and when 15 has played a new competition will commence. Players winning a ham will have a two point deduction for the remaining ham competitions. SYMPATHY The Club would like to

Friday, 27th November - €30 per person, including entry, food and transport to and from the golf club Please put your name on the sheet in the foyer. Deposits of €10 per person should be paid to David Hayes on or before Saturday, 10th October. LADIES HOME ALLIANCE ROUND ONE RESULTS Tuesday - Section 1 Winner Marie Fives (37pts); Runner-Up: June Hayes (35 pts); Section 2: Christine O’Keeffe (39 pts); Peggy O’Brien (35 pts); Section 3: Maria Kiersey (k) 35 pts; Fidelma Horsom (34 pts); Saturday: Section 4 – Niamh Reynolds (39 pts); Bernie Hayes (32 pts); Section 5 – Frances Millerick (35pts); Colette Enright (34 pts) Next round is Tuesday 13th/Saturday, 17th October. LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE Ladies Coastal Alliance in Tramore Golf Club on Thursday, 8th October (deferred from last week). FIXTURES Monday 5th Open Gents/ Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tuesday 6th Ladies Singles S/F. Thursday 8th Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Visitors €15. Saturday 10th Gents/Ladies Singles S/F EP & Ena Kiely Trophies. Sunday 11th Gents Singles S/F. Monday 12th Monday Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F Tuesdat 13th Ladies Singles S/F, Ladies AGM. + Home Alliance. Thurday 15th Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Visitors €15

Friday 16th Open South Munster Seniors Day Saturday 17th Gents/Ladies Singles S/F + Home Alliance. Sunday 18th Gents Singles Stroke Monthly Medal Monthly Medal (David Hayes PGA). DUNGARVAN GENTS RESULTS Open Seniors 28th Oct: 1st John Cronin (15) Youghal 37 pts, 2 David O’Connor (Charleville) 37 pts, 3rd Peter Lehane (12) Youghal 37pts. CSS 37. Open Singles 1st Oct: 1st John O’Keeffe (17) Tramore 45 pts, 2 Danny Barry (16) 44, 3 Peter Hopcroft (15) 39 pts. CSS 36 pts. Sheridan Ford Open Singles 2nd/3rd Oct: 1st Ian Bermingham (3) 42 pts; 2nd, Liam Fitzgerald (9) 42; 3rd, John Phelan (11) 41 pts; 4, Ethan Raher (16) 41 pts; 5th J. Carroll (9) 40 pts. CSS 37. Sun. 4th Monthly Medal D.

Hayes PGA: 1st Owen O’Grady (6) 68 nett, 2nd, Dermot McGrath (9) 69, 3rd, Ml. Morrissey (9) 70 nett, 4th, Alan O’Donnell (5) 71 nett, CSS 71. DUNGARVAN LADIES RESULTS Open Seniors 28th October best Lady Yvonne Morrison (18) Cahir 38 pts. CSS 37. Tuesday 29th Singles: 1st Christine O’Keeffe (24) 39; 2nd, Frances Millerick (31) 37; 3rd, Marie Fives (20) 37,; 4th Hillary Browne (24) 36; 5th Linda Hogan (32) 35 pts. CSS 72. SIXTY.COM Next competition Wednesday, 7th Oct. at 2 p.m. 30th Sept. Results: 1st Pat Power, Best Lady Mary Hofstede, Best Gent Sean Power. YOUNG ONES Next competition Wed. 7th Oct back 9 at 2.30 p.m. Results 30th September

Colette Power (34) 23 pts. PROGRESSIVE 45 1st Oct. Winners: Winners Nuala Harty and Ann Morrissey. Runners up Michelle Fitzgerald and Tom Phelan, Tom Coffey and Cyril Power, Cait Mulcahy and Bernie Hayes. Last 5 Ann Ryan and Tom Cummins, Lucky Table Josephine Melody and Tom Daly. Cards every Thursday at 9 p.m, all are welcome. PRO SHOP NEWS Our resident PGA Professional David continues his End of Season Sale. There are many bargains to be had and as usual David offers the only professional advice in town. Gary Kennedy collected his custom made irons on Friday and shot 40 points the next day. David offers a free custom fitting service as well as competitive prices. You can follow David’s bargains on his website at www.david-

hayesgolf.com. JUNIOR NOTES Congrats to Ethan Raher on passing his Rules exam and joining the Mens board. And to our junior girls who did so well at Waterford. Thanks to Niamh and Joanne for their efforts. Junior coaching continues next Saturday at 3 pm and is open to non-members. It’s not a surprise that our junior membership continues to grow as Dungarvan golf club is a leading light for junior activities. Golf offers so much to kids development so get your kid to try it. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

extend sincere sympathy to Tom and Ellen Foley and the extended Foley family on the death of Paul. Paul was a very generous sponsor of our Winter League for a number of years. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam. GOLD COAST MID-TERM KIDS CAMP 2015 Four fun-filled packed activity camp involving swimming, tennis, soccer, golf and football will be held during the mid-term break from Tuesday, 27th October to Friday, 30th October. It is open to boys and girls aged 7 to 12 years and it includes lunch each day. Pre-booking is essential and it can be booked by contacting any of the following: Michael Lenihan: 086 2266027 Rachel Troy: 086 7249766, Jessica Carroll Lawler: 087 2242709 Chandler O’Rourke: 087 7676560. Weekly Rate is €55 for one child and €40 for every other child. Daily Rate: €15 for one child and €10 for every other child. The camp is being run by Friary College Transition Year Students. WINTER LEAGUE Preparations are ongoing for the Premier Butcher at Dawn Meats Winter League and teams are being put together by the various captains. The format will be similar to last year’s and the commencement date will be Monday, 19th October. Anyone interested in playing

who is not already on a team should give his name to Bob or Mark as soon as possible. END OF YEAR DINNER Our ‘End of Season’ Dinner took place on Sunday evening at the Gold Coast Hotel. All the annual awards were presented as well as the club match-play prizes. The following received prizes on the night: Mixed Foursomes kindly sponsored by Dawn International: Winners: Michael Kavanagh & Elaine Goss Runners-Up: Micheal White & Mary O'Callaghan Willie Barron Fourball: Winners: Brian Fahey & Austin Kiely Jnr Runners-Up: Brian O’Connor & Johnny Ryan Michael White Memorial Foursomes sponsored by the White Family: Winners: Michaels, Kavanagh and Michael Whelan Runners-Up: Tom White and John Flynn Gold Coast Cup sponsored by Gold Coast Golf Hotel: Winners: Danny Kiely Runners-Up: Derek Power Order of Merit sponsored by Martin Murray: Winner: Micheal White Golfer of the Year sponsored by Permanent TSB: Winner: Derek Power MEMBERSHIP OFFER New Members: From now to 1st January, 2017 Full Members: €540

Seniors: €400 Husband & Wife: €760 Contact 058 44055 for more details. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. Sun., 11th Oct: 18 hole competition sponsored by Country Store. Sun., 18th Oct:18 hole competition sponsored by Solas na Mara. Results: 10 Hole No 8: Serena Roche (36) 22pts 18 hole competition kindly sponsored by Jacquie’s Hair Design 1st Bernie Morrissey (33) 45pts; 2nd Esther McGuckian (14) 38pts; 3rd Rosie Murphy (18) 36pts. Ladies Winter League: A sheet is now posted in the kiosk for names for our upcoming winter league. Please add your name as soon as possible if you are interested in playing as this competition will commence on Mon., 26th Oct. Full details re format and draw will be posted in kiosk. South East Coastal Alliance: The second outing for the Coastal Alliance 2015/16 will be held in Tramore GC on Thursday, 8th Oct, tee 9.30 – 11.30 a.m. We are encouraging new members to join us in playing 6 different courses over the winter months are getting to know our friends from other clubs. All are very welcome and there is no handicap limit. Looking forward to seeing

you all in Tramore!! Golfer of the Year: Our golfer of the year recipient Karen Darcy had a wonderful year of golf winning the major – Lady Captain’s Prize and several GOY competitions plus being placed in the rest of the major competitions during the year, and ended with a massive score of 52pts. Well Done Karen, and wishing you many more years like 2015!! Ladies club Foursomes: The final pairings in this competition played their match on Friday, 2nd October in ideal conditions, however Eilo and Bernie proved too strong for their opponents Esther and Kay. Congratulations to the winners and runners up, as it is a great achievement to reach the final of any matchplay competition, well done to all!! Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay: This is one of our major matchplay competitions of the year kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris for which we are so grateful. Sheila, a past President of the club has always been an advocate of good golf, and deems stroke play or match play to be the epitome of the game!! Sheila has always been so generous with her sponsorship, and many a hard battle has been fought to attain the coveted prize!! The final two in this competition played their match on Saturday, 3rd October when our Lady Captain Gillian took

the honours over our secretary Kay. The weather was perfect and they both enjoyed their final game, and as with all matches – there can only be one winner, congratulations to Gillian and indeed to Kay on reaching the final. Well done to you both!! Dawn International Mixed Foursomes: The final pairings in this competition played their match on Tuesday, 22nd September between Michael Kavanagh / Elaine Goss and Micheal White / Mary O’Callaghan. This was a hotly contested match with four very strong players aiming for the ultimate goal with Michael and Elaine claiming victory. I would like to congratulate them all for what I believe was a very tight match, well done to winners and runners up!! Condolences: The Ladies club would like to convey their deepest sympathy to Tom, Ellen and the extended Foley family on their recent sad bereavement. Paul will be forever in our prayers. May he Rest in Peace New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

Dungarvan Golf Club 18 Hole Stroke kindly sponsored by Helens Lingerie. L-R: Breda McCarthy, Gross; Kate McNamara, 1st; Creina [Pat Crowley] O’Sullivan, Lady Captain; Theresa Hayes, 2nd; Angela Murphy, 3rd.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

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Stradbally FC Under 13 team who defeated Villa in the league.

Stradbally FC JUNIOR Stradbally jumped to the top of the league table with a 2-1 away victory over Dunmore East on a warm October day. The first half was devoid of goals and play was evenly divided. Shortly after the break, a cross field ball evaded the home full back and the alert Pat Weldon was on hand to cooly slot home from his opportunity. Trailing, Dunmore were forced to attack and were rewarded when good wing play saw a cross hit home by a striker who had squeezed in between the defence. It seemed a draw was likely, except that with 10 mins remaining. Pat Weldon replicated his first half effort and once more took advantage of misjudgement by the home defender to hit the winner. Team: Christopher Casey, Philip Curran, T. J. Fitzgerald, Alan D'Arcy, Ger Crowley, Damien Sheehan, Emmet Cummins, Kevin Lawlor, Pa Collins, Stephen Lawlor, Pat Weldon. Subs: John O'Shea, Robert Finn, Aidan Corbett.

RESULTS Waterford Junior League

Div 2: Dunmore East 1; Stradbally 2. Waterford Youths League: Bohemians 4; Stradbally 2. Schoolboys League Under 13: Stradbally 6; Villa 5. SCHOOLBOYS Despite conceding the opening score, Stradbally garnered all three points against Villa in the Under 13 League. Team: Daire Walsh, Ultan McCusker, John McArthur, Mikey O’Brien, Will Comyn, Jamie Quinn, Dara McGrath, Rory Fennell, Mikey Mullaney, Dara Quinn, Stephen Kirwan, Conor Fennell, Tommy Fennell, Jack Quinlan, Darragh White, Cormac McGrath.

ASTROTURF The AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841. LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw in O'Mahony's Durrow on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 2, 7, 12, 22. €25 to Abha Quinn, Marian Morrissey, Mary Crowley. Promoters prizewinner: Francis Sheehan. Next draw is in Whelan’s Bar on Sunday

night, October 18th, with a Jackpot Prize on offer of €3,300. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. CLUB KITS There are some club kits still available. Ideal birthday presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127. FAI NATIONAL DRAW '15 The Annual FAI National Draw takes place once again this season. A valuable range of prizes, including cars, are on offer. Players and club members have tickets to sell at €10 each. For further details contact Gerry at 087 2245712. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 am. This is an ideal way to introduce little ones to group play and to learn the basics of soccer. All children are welcome and so are their parents. For further details contact KerryAnn or Aine. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM At a recent club committee meeting it was decided that this year's Christmas Day Swim proceeds will go

towards the local branch of Down Syndrome Ireland. Sponsorship cards will be available locally in the coming weeks. SYMPATHY As with the rest of the community, we were all moved by the sudden death of Paul Foley recently. His infectious good humour and decency are the traits that continue to be recalled of him. In his younger days, Paul played intermittently for the Soccer Club, usually as goalkeeper, and brought to it the same enthusiasm that he had for all games. During the week, some of his old team mates recalled one blustery morning in Knockrour when Paul launched a long clearence from his own area. Aided by the breeze, a fortuitous bounce, and the distraction of the opposing keeper by the presence of Bill Dunford, saw an improbable goal scored. Paul’s response was typical, that of delightful fun. To his family we extend our condolences. May he rest in peace.

Lismore Golf Club Captain’s Prize (Mr. Sean Daly) to the Juniors 2015 – Winners of this year’s Captain's Prize to the Juniors at this year’s prize giving event. In the photograph is Amanda Power, Lady Captain; Joe Curtin, sponsor of Junior Competitions; Conor Bennett, winner, and Sean Daly,Captain. Also included is James Bennett and John McGrath, Junior Committee members, and missing from photograph is Laoise Ní Chonchubhair.

FIXTURES Friday 9-10-15: U-16A Home to Southend 7.00pm (Main pitch). Saturday 10.10.15: U-12A Home to Johnville 10.30am (Glass pitch). U-12C Away to Seaview Celtic 10.30am U-12D Home to Carrick 12.15pm (Main pitch) U-14C Home to Piltown 12.15pm (Glass pitch). U-14A Away to Piltown 12.15pm 4th Division Away to Crusaders 2.00 pm Premier MFAI Home to Railway 7.00pm (Main pitch). Sunday 11.10.15: 3rd Division Home to Bolton 11.00am (Main pitch). U-18B Home to Bohs 2.00pm (Glass pitch). PREMIER BLUE V BLUE It was a clash of blues on Saturday night last as our Premier team took on St. Joseph’s for a League challenge. Teams that have always been on par with each other through the 1A seasons face to face under lights at Kilrush Park in the Premier League saw Dungarvan United come out with a 5-3 win over our visitors (Ryan Donnelly 3, Shane Kelly 2) It is great to have Saturday night football in Kilrush Park and thanks to all those who came out to support. A special mention to Stephen Drummey Painting and Decorating for his kind sponsorship. Remember our social club is open for games under lights, welcoming our supporters with a warm atmosphere with refreshments and hot beverages available. Well done to Stan, Tommy and the team on the result on Saturday night. CONGRATULATIONS All involved in the club

would like to offer heartiest congratulations to Premier player Tony Fitzgerald and Lorna on the birth of their baby daughter earlier this week. Congratulations to you all. GET WELL SOON We wish founding club member Johnny McCarthy, who is in hospital, a speedy recovery. HALLOWE’EN CAMP Come and join us for some spooky soccer! When: Tuesday, 27th Friday, 30th October 10 a.m. - 2.30 p.m. Daily €30.00 per child. Ages 610 years. Pre-booking essential. Book a place today on 087 055 7939. U-15 CUP Our U-15 travelled to Piltown on Saturday last in the 1st round of the SFAI cup. After some good performances of late in the league, confidence is growing with this group of players week on week and after a positive start, we took the lead after Toby was fouled on the edge of the box, with an expertly taken free kick from Kapi putting us 1 ahead the heads were up and the determination of the team was tangible. We continued to dominate and went into the break in the lead, mainly due to some outstanding goalkeeping from Ben Kirwan between posts. The second half continued as the first had finished but found it difficult to take the chances to close the game out but we battled on. After some increased pressure from the hosts late in the second half we conceded from a corner to leave the score 1-1. With extra-time looming we knew it was all to play for and continued to press.

Our prayers were answered when we were awarded a penalty for handball. A cool Toby Taylor stepped up and after an initial save by the goalkeeper, smashed the rebound to the roof of the net to seal a deserved win 1-2. This was a good solid and determined team performance and with six changes made in the second half, all the squad showed real character and strength with plenty to be positive about. A particular word of mention to the three at the back of Brendan, Joe and Jack who worked tirelessly and who have formed a great partnership in defence. Overall, a great team performance and well deserved win from a these lads and their Manager and Coaches Dermot Dee, Alan Simms, Gary Collins, Colin Bulfin. All involved in the team have started out the season with a great attitude and continue to go from strength to strength. Well done all and roll on the next round. SYMPATHY All in Dungarvan United AFC were saddened to hear of the passing last week of Margaret (Peggy) Deegan. Margaret's son Dixie and family have been involved in Dungarvan Utd. for many years and we would like to express our sincere sympathies to the family at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh an hanam. Also all involved in Dungarvan United were shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Noreen Lyons. We pass our sympathies on to Noreen's family and all of her friends in Dungarvan.

Railway Athletic FC JAYSON MOLUMBY CAPTAINS HIS COUNTRY What a proud moment for Jayson Molumby, his family and his club Railway Athletic when the news came through last week that 'Jayo' was to captain the Republic of Ireland in the Euro qualifiers in Finland. It was an honour for him to make the squad but to be made captain was something else. For those of us who know Jayo he does have unbelievable leadership qualities and this was very evident when he scored an absolute cracker in there opening win against the hosts Finland which they won 1-0. They went on to beat Malta 6-0 and had to settle for a share of the spoils against Sweden in a 1-1 draw. They thus qualified for the elite qualifiers which will take place in a few weeks. The whole town was in a buzz when the news came through and people saw his goal with family phones going all day and for the past few days. Jayson is also doing very well with his club cross channel Brighton and has been a regular in there under 21 squad which when you think he only turned 16 in August is some achievement. More good news on Friday last then as Jayo got his

international clearance so he can now play competitive games for Brighton. YOUTHS WIN AGAIN Our youth side continued there great start to the season when they travelled to Ferrybank on Friday night last and came away with an 8-2 win after a fine performance from all 14 players used. The in-form Nathan O’Mahony hit five with further goals from Dave Smith, Jordan Kearney and Mark Roche saw us win our fourth game on the spin and put us top of the league. There was some fine performances throughout the pitch and some of our play especially in the opening twenty five minutes was top class. We face another in-form side at home on Sunday when Kilmacow will be the visitors for a 2 pm kick off and we ask parents and supporters to come along and support this fine young team. Our team on Friday night was Jack Coffey, Glenn Curtin (capt), Leo Healy, Shane Coughlan, Elliott Coolbear, Jordan Kearney, Evan Roche, Keith O’Sullivan, Dave Smith, Nathan O’Mahony, Mark Roche. Subs all used Jack Crawford, Niall O’Reilly, Ciaran Power.

JUNIORS FACE TOUGH TASK Our Junior side travel to Dungarvan on Saturday night for their Munster junior cup tie knowing it will take a massive effort from them to get something out of this game. Dungarvan are playing premier league football in Waterford and always play a lovely style of soccer. We have not had our full strength squad yet this season and will need a very big effort from all the lads to get anything from this game. However, we have had some great battles with Dungarvan when we were in the 1A league together in Waterford some years ago and there was never much between the sides back then. We hope to see a big crowd in Dungarvan on Saturday eve for a 7 pm ko. LAST MAN STANDING We will be starting a last man standing competition in the next few weeks and hope to get some support from all the football enthusiasts in the area. This has proven very successful and is a very good fundraiser for the club. If anyone is interested in joining please contact any of our junior or youth players for details.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Celtic Box Cup 2015 lauded as one of the best in Europe DUNGARVAN was the centre of the boxing Universe on the last week-end of September. Teams from throughout the World participated in three days of superb competition at the 2015 Celtic Box Cup. This year’s tournament, which was hosted at the newly refurbished Sports Centre, will live in the memory of those privileged to attend. The Sports Centre is located in the heart of Dungarvan, yet sits in splendid isolation, gently hugging the sea surrounded by an oasis of panoramic beauty, an ideal venue worthy of such a major sporting event. The weather was splendid for the third edition of this tournament. The sound was acoustic, the atmosphere electric and large crowds flocked to the boxing extravaganza each day. M.C. Mr. Mick O’Brien introduced a number of special guests including Celtic Box Cup founder Gerry O’Mahony who received a thunderous round of applause. The honour of ringing the opening bell went to Olympic Champion Michael Carruth, who was widely acclaimed by the huge attendance who rose to their feet to hail the Drimnagh boxing legend. Also in attendance were Mayor of Waterford County, Mr Tom Cronin and Councillor Damian Geoghegan, representatives

of the Council and Youth Liaison Officer, Garda Aidan Mc Carthy, President of the I.A.B.A. Mr Pat Ryan, CEO of the I.A.B.A Mr Fergal Carruth and National Registrar of the I.A.B.A., Mr Stephan Connolly Last week-end’s event was a major undertaking and the eyes of the boxing world were on Dungarvan. A comprehensive plan was in place. The logistics included proper timed organisation, state of the art technology, networking, organising meals and accommodation, dealing with emergencies, maintaining hands on approach and providing a warm welcome to all. The Cup was covered by media from the entire world. The net played a major role, while the event was reported on by CNN EUOROPE, Australian radio and T V and many British newspapers. Guests also included American Golden Gloves Officials, Seán Clerkin and Bobby Mc Gruder, the latter has the distinction of boxing Sugar Ray Leonard on three occasions losing two on split decisions. Mc Gruder said “I have been all over the world at boxing tournaments and the tremendous welcome warmed of the crowd here in Dungarvan, I guess I have not experienced it anywhere all over the world.” “You guys have got something special here. You have a real winner.” The local club had two

boxers taking part and they both dedicated their fights to the late club President Tom Veale, who was dearly missed. Stephan Shasby unfortunately bowed out at the quarter final stage, but done very well considering it was his first fight in nearly ten years. Peter Cawley however brought home the gold after winning his three bouts and securing the first Celtic Box Cup Title 2015 for the host club. Dungarvan Boxing Club and the Celtic Box Cup committee would like to thank all the volunteers and sponsors for making this boxing event happen. The Celtic Box Cup has grown since its inauguration three year ago and promises to be even bigger next year, this year we had teams from Australia, Dubai, Poland, Portugal, the U.K. and all over Ireland. At the I.A.B.A. annual convention in Ennis on Sunday last it was passed that the Celtic Box Cup will now be placed officially in the I.A.B.A. fixture list for 2016, this is a massive endorsement. The winners of this year’s Celtic Box Cup were the Irish Defence Forces which was sponsored by the Dungarvan Credit Union. The names of this year’s winners will be added to the late Michael O’Riordon Perpetual Shield which is kept in pride and place in boxing club gym.

Dungarvan Golf Club 18 Hole Singles Stroke kindly sponsored by The Park Hotel. Front L-R: Rose Prendergast, 1st; Creina O’Sullivan, Lady Captain. Back L-R: Margaret Harty, 3rd; Breda McCarthy, 2nd; Best Visitor Rena Landers. [Pat Crowley]

The Dungarvan Rugby Club's Under 12 Squad who played in Cashel last Saturday.

Dungarvan Rugby Club

Ladies win again FIRST home game of the season, and second match of the league saw another win for the Dungarvan-Youghal ladies team. Bandon/Cobh took the lead early in the match but the pace of the Dungarvan/Youghal players saw the score change in favor of the home team. The team played with great unity again this week especially in the defence. Our forwards worked extremely hard all day to keep the tempo of the game up. Jade did great work at the back of the line out to defy the away team much of their ball. Claire and Kathleen were also solid in keeping the line-out solid throughout the game. Quick paced rugby converted to scores by Carmel and Edel. Scrum-half Aisling showed her quick thinking throughout the match and by also setting up her sister Ciara for a try. Another fantastic day out for the south east team, as they followed the game plan and gave it their all. Final score: Youghal / Dungarvan 26; Bandon / Cobh 19. Team: Jade Fraher, Meghan Hurley, Kathleen Denn, Claire Murphy, Julie Arnott, Karen O’Mahoney, Aisling O’Flaherty, Ciara O’Flaherty, Carmel O’Keeffe, Kellie Faul, Abbie Jayawardene, Claire Keniry, Edel Wilson, Angeline Kiely. 1ST XV The first XV will be at home next Sunday in the Munster Junior Challenge Cup. They play Cobh Pirates at 1pm at Ballyrandle. UNDER 16'S Sunday saw Dungarvan host their first home match in the Pan Munster competition. The visitors like Dungarvan had lost their opening match, so for both teams it was to be a must win match to help get the team back on track. Dungarvan started well and after some great inter play between backs and forwards, Kieran opened the score. The game continued in the same vein with Dungarvan contesting well at the breakdown and once ball was won, it was then moved wide at every opportunity. Tries followed and Dungarvan were well in control by half-time with score at 22-0. Just before halftime Mitchelstown had lost one of their players with a shoulder injury and with no substitute cover they needed to borrow one of the Dungarvan team. After a few minutes discussion between opposing coaches, it was decided Mitchelstown would forfeit the game. In an effort to balance up

the match, Dungarvan gave four of their players to Mitchelstown and brought on all their own substitutes. The second half was a much better contest and was noted that John Devine with his first touch of a rugby ball in a match, scorched over for a try after receiving the ball 30 metres out. The game ended well, with all players getting a good run and a well-deserved win for Dungarvan. Next week we play our old rivals Fethard away with an 11.30 KO. Please note that two coaches’ are away next weekend, so we will need parents to drive. Please contact Johnny Curran to offer you assistance. UNDER 18'S The Under 18's were at home to Douglas/Carrigaline in their opening game in the Pan Munster Qualifiers last weekend and ended with a 56-14 win. Dungarvan opened the scoring with a try from hooker Louis Morgan, who picked and drove following a line-out maul in opposition 5m line. A good team try followed as backs linked well and Fionn Gibson-Kiely broke to release centre Maurice Daly under the post. Eoin Bray showed searing pace on right wing to score a third try in the corner. It was all Dungarvan at this stage and the forwards rumbled and had too much strength for the opposition. Jamie McKelvie at 6 crashed over for the 4th try. The home side added a 5th try before the break when No 8 Dan O’Keeffe finished off a series of interlinked play to score. Dungarvan were well on top. Valiant defence by Douglas and some Dungarvan indiscipline, with off feet in rucks, limited the scores. The score at the break read 38-0. Douglas conceded the fixture at half-time and DRFC put all of our substitutes on the pitch. This made the second half a more tightly contested affair. Douglas backs ran some fine lines and scored under the pasts. Dungarvan bounced back. Centres Maurice Daly and Pat Connors scored fine tries when showing strength and pace to reach the line. The mostly Under 17s pack played well. Following a series of pick and drives by Cathal Dee, Conor Scanlon and Jack Hickey, quick hands and a neat overlap in the centre saw Maurice Daly score his hattrick. Douglas scored and con-

verted the last try to leave the final score at 53-14. In the backs Maurice Daly, Pat Connors and Eoin Bray were always dangerous, Jamie McKelvie, Jack Mullany and Cathal Dee were strong upfront whilst Dan O’Keeffe, Charlie Murphy and Larry Brazel were always first to the breakdown. Out-half pair Finn Rees-Thomas and Fionn Gibson-Kiely ran the show convincingly. Paul Lannen at stand-in scrum-half showed promise and pace. Mick Devine was millimetres from scoring on two occasions. Squad: Jack Mullany, Louis Morgan, Cathal Dee, Conor Scanlon, Jack Hickey, Andy Guiry, Charlie Murphy, Eoin Ryan, Ted Kelly, Blake Blakely, Dan O’Keeffe, Jamie McKelvie, Larry Brazel, Finn-Rees

Thomas, Fionn Gibson-Kiely, Pat Connors, Maurice Daly, Paul Lannen, Conor Hayes, Jordan Corby, Eoin Bray, Dylan McCarthy and Mick Devine. All squad players are required to train Wednesday (7.15 pm) and Saturday (10.15 am). Next Pan Munster qualifiers match on Friday, October 9th away to Waterford City with a KO at 7 p.m. We have a strong squad with plenty of talent. Training attendance is vital to maximise this potential. MINI'S NEWS On Saturday, Dungarvan Rugby Club's Under 8's, 10's & 12's played their first Blitz Match away in Cashel. They played against both Cashel and Carrick. Some great rugby was played and there was a great turn out of people to support the boys in blue & white.

Action from the Dungarvan-Youghal Women's game last weekend when they beat Bandon. [Gerry O'Mahoney]

Mark McCarthy (Dungarvan Under 12 player) pictured with Munster’s Francis Saili in Thomond Park after Munster beat Glasgow in the Pro12.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

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Emma O'Connor and pony “Are you Nearly There Yet" winner of the 128 4 & 5 year old Chillax class held in Barnadown at the Irish Breeders Classic and also League winner also.

Waterford Sports Partnership NOW BOOKING! SAFEGUARDING 2 – CLUB CHILDREN’S OFFICER TRAINING Monday, 12th October, 6 to 9 pm, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, €15 per person This course will help the Club Children’s Officer to carry out the function of their role in the club and support the implementation of best practice in the club. Participants will also receive a Club Children’s Officer Action. Planning document as part of the training. Click for an Application Form www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie/pdfs/coappl1015.p df NOW BOOKING! REMOTE

EMERGENCY CARE FIRST AID COURSE Saturday, 17th October. 9 am to 5 pm, The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, €45 per person. The Remote Emergency Care Level 1 First Aid Course is a one-day practical course focusing on first response skills. The Level 1 first aider will be certified as a basic responder for three years from the date of issue, qualified to deal with a life-threatening incident. Click for an Application Form www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie/pdfs/recappl1015. pdf IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR ALL WATERFORD SPORTS CLUBS! We are currently updating our records. This is an impor-

tant process as it helps us to keep in touch with you. We also have a Clubs Directory on our website which is accessed regularly by the public so it's really important that we have the correct contact up there for your club. We have been emailing all the clubs - so, if you have received an email from Michael and have not replied, could you please do so asap. If you have not received an email but would like to update the contact information for your club then please email the details to mmcgrath@waterfordsportspartnership.ie or give Michael a call on 058-21199. Thank you to all clubs who have replied. The information has been very helpful.

Cappoquin Snooker and Billiards NEW SEASON ALMOST HERE We are almost set for the new season and we will open the doors on Monday evening next, October 12th at 7.30 pm. Why not come to the hall and see for yourselves the two top quality tables we offer to anyone who has an interest in the game. Even if you are more into Billiards, a lot of our members would love some more billiard games, so come along any Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday night for a nice relaxing game. HALL LOOKING VERY WELL A huge thanks to John Morley who did a fabulous job in painting the hall over the last few weeks. We now have a lovely cosy looking hall where we all can enjoy our snooker and some already think the new colour will bring out the best in them. (that's the last hope for some of us). Our next job is to get the carpet cleaned and we will have

a lovely fresh hall again. CAN WE KEEP GOING??? At our recent AGM in which we only had six people present we were all left wondering if we can keep going at all. We had a good few apologies to be fair, but we are now reaching a crossroads and we have to ask ourselves do we keep it going or close the doors? We like all clubs, have a few diehards who will endeavour to drive on but we are appealing to the people of the locality to come along and use the facility. It is there for anyone to use member or non-member. The club has been in the town for nearly ninety years and it would be a shame to see the doors close so this is a sort of a rallying cry to people to come along and keep one of the oldest clubs in the town alive and well. NIGHT DUTY Mon. 12th Darren Mason & Michael Casey. Tues, 13th Brendan Walsh & Ben O’Keeffe.

Wed. 14th Rhiney Walsh & Martin Reddy. WELL DONE JAYSON MOLUMBY Congratulations to Jayson Molumby and his family and club Railway Athletic on his fantastic achievement of captaining the Republic of Ireland under 17s in there recent Euro qualifiers in Finland. They played three games winning two and drawing one to qualify for the elite group qualifiers. He scored a wonderful winner in there 1-0 win over Finland. Jayson played a bit of snooker in the club a few seasons ago but was a lot more comfortable with the bigger ball. WELL DONE CAPPOQUIN HURLERS A huge congratulations to the Cappoquin under 14 hurlers who were crowned County Champions on Saturday morning last with a 3-5 to 2-6 win over Ferrybank. Well done to all concerned in this fine win.

CHAIRPERSON DAY Corinne's Chairperson Day is being held on the 11th October. Tee-off times will be between 10–2 p.m., there will be prizes for Ladies, Gents and Juveniles. Refreshments afterwards and Corinne hopes to see you all playing on this special occasion. CUNNIGAR PITCH AND PUTT 25th ANNIVERSARY This year is our club's 25th Anniversary and we will be holding an Open Day on Bank holiday Monday, 26th October. We are inviting all members, past members, sponsors, intending members, anyone who has helped us over the past 25 years and all of the general public to come and take a look and also play a game of pitch and putt. Tee off times are between 10.00 a.m. – 12 noon with refreshments afterwards. During our 25 years in existence we have gone from strength to strength and we are now rated as one of the top courses in Ireland. We have held Munster and National Competitions including Adult, Juvenile and Inter County Competitions. This year we held the pinnacle of them all 'The Gents National Strokeplay Championships', where we received rave reviews for the running of this Championship Competition and of our excellent course and club house from all the visitors to our club on this day and all throughout the year. Our club has received National and International awards from the P.P.U.I., Waterford City & County Community & Voluntary Awards and the international F.I.P.P.A. over the years. We are very proud of the progress that our club has made over the last quarter of a century, so anyone who has or has not seen our picturesque course and club please come along on October 26th. You will not be

Ballinroad FC BALLINROAD AFC PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW RESULTS Jackpot €10,000. Numbers drawn were: 5, 6, 13, 21. No winner. Winners of €20 each: Eileen Hickey, Paddy Boland, Michael Kelly. Next draw on Sunday, 18th October, 2015 in Maguires Pub, Ballinroad. Thank you for your co-operation.

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disappointed. There will be a Mass held for all deceased members of the club over the October Bank holiday weekend, at St. Mary's Church. KILWORTH CLUB OUTING Last Saturday week Kilworth Club had their outing to our club. They had a great day with 3 different games during the day, and everyone of them thoroughly enjoyed themselves and we hope to see them all again very soon. MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR Chairperson Day (Corinne McGee) October 11th. 25th Anniversary Open Day October 26th. President’s Day (Patsy Hackett) November 8th. COMMITTEE MEETING Our next committee meeting will be on Monday, 2nd November, 7.30 p.m. MEN'S FOURSOMES LEAGUE We will be commencing a Men's Foursomes League on Sunday, November 15th. This will be a Stableford competition. There is a trophy for the winners, and also prizes for 1st and 2nd. There will be 3 preliminary rounds and then 2 semi-finals and a final. The entry fee is €10 which must be paid before the closing date, which is November 8th. HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in one competition. So we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one. To date Paddy Noonan (7), Liam Simms (4), Patsy Hackett (4), Michael Ahearne, Declan Byrne, Paddy Lawlor, Eddie Lenihan, Aiden Murray have one each. Breda O'Donnell (3) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (3), Bridget Walsh (2), Lorraine Troy (2), Cait Mulcahy, Mary O'Neill, Corinne McGee, Mary Walsh, Eilish Sullivan

and Ann Wall now has a hole in one for the women's section. BONUS NUMBER This week’s winner of the bonus number is Sheila Hickey, number 18. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition. So all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? Up to a few years ago there were 6 pitch and putt courses in County Waterford – Ashgrove, Cunnigar, Ferrybank, Waterford Crystal, St. Otterans and Tramore. Now sadly we have only 2 registered with the P.P.U.I. – The Cunnigar and Tramore.

So therefore it is essential for everyone in our club to pull together so we will remain one of the top clubs in the country which we are noted and respected for. It is important that we have strong clubs in Waterford to keep the County Waterford flag flying. WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Breda O'Donnell, Maura Ryan. Gross: Ann Wall, Lorraine Troy. SATURDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 1.00 p.m. Tee off 1.30 p.m. From now on with all games please note: The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards). JUVENILE COMPETITIONS Next juvenile game will be on the 18th October but they are very welcome to play in the Chairpersons Day on the 11th October tee off between 10–2 p.m. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30. T-shirts, caps and gloves for sale in clubhouse.

Kilmacthomas Badminton Club 10th Anniversary Social THE time is almost upon us to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our club. To mark this milestone we are holding a Celebratory Social in Lawlors Hotel Dungarvan on Saturday, October 17th at 8 pm. This is a very special occasion for our club and we look forward to celebrating with members both past and present, as well as parents of our juvenile members and also those from clubs around the county. All are welcome to attend this event. Tickets are priced at €25 which includes a 3-Course meal and entertainment. Tickets are available from Michael (087-9618780) and Ann (087-2458389) or any night during badminton in the hall. MEN’S AND LADIES LEAGUE We will have three men’s teams and three ladies teams competing in the leagues this year. The following are the fixtures for next week. Mens: Kilmac 1 v Dunmore 1 at home on Wednesday, 14th October Kilmac 2 v Lismore 2 at home on Friday, 16th October

Kilmac 3 v Rathgormack 2 at home on Wednesday, 14th October Ladies: Kilmac 1 v Lismore 1 away on Thursday, 15th October Kilmac 2 v Tourin 1 at home on Friday, 16th October Kilmac 3 v Tourin 2 away on Wednesday, 14th October THE FLYNN SHIELD Rathgormack Badminton Club will host their annual men’s and ladies doubles competition for players graded G and H on Sunday, October 11th. To enter contact Kerrie 0879158577. Entries close on Wednesday, October 7th. For full details please see poster on noticeboard in hall. MEMBERSHIP A reminder to our adult players that membership for the coming year is now due. Please see Pat in the hall for full details. JUVENILES It is great to see a large turnout for juvenile badminton again this year. A reminder that membership forms need to be returned by October 16th.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

KCK Athletic Club

County Championships success for KCK athletes THE opening round of the County Cross Country Championships went ahead in very good conditions last Sunday, with St. Augustine's College Dungarvan the host club. KCK athletes performed very well, taking home medals after some terrific performances. The girl's U-10 were first up, with 8 girls taking to the line for KCK. In her first county championship for the club, Hannah McGrath produced a stormer of a run to finish in 4th place overall. She was followed closely by Róisín Power who herself put in a fine performance scooping a top ten finish. Rebecca Power and Áine Fitzgerald both pushed hard to the line to seal the bronze team medals for the club. Mida McKuskar, Rebecca Murray were joined on the team and all the girls did very well. Most of this team will be eligible to race under 9 this Sunday. In the boy's U-10 race, Alan Cantwell was the sole representative for the club, and he produced a fine run to finish well up the field. Only two teams finished the boy's U-10 race across all clubs which was disappointing for the county. At U-12 level, Ellen Boylan led home the KCK team with a fine run, crossing the line in 7th place. Working very strongly behind her were

Kayleigh Cass, Ciara Power and Sarah Dowdall who all put in great runs. The team placed 4th overall, just a few points off a team medal. In the boy's equivalent, the club was short a few regulars but Brian Dowdall and Colm flew the flag for the club, with both boys finishing very strongly and record good results. At U-14 level, Helina Barry produced a very encouraging run to lead home the team of Shíona Dunphy, Aisling Power, Tao Behan and Aoife Barry. The girl's team were unlucky to miss out on the bronze team medals by a couple of points, finishing 4th overall. Padraig and Seamus Fitzgerald produced solid performances, crossing the line in 5th and 6th positions respectively. In the girl's U-16 Rena Behan led the team home with a strong run in 7th place. Róisín Dunphy was next home, competing a year out of her age. Emily Keane produced a fine performance in her first race of the season, and was followed home by Hannah Mei Behan and Margaret Ann Boylan. The team did very well and will continue to take home team medals in the events ahead. The last race of the day saw the U-18, junior and seniors combined into one race, and a very good turnout was observed. Thank you to all

the parents who travelled to the event and helped prepare the athletes on the day. Thank you to the host club,a nd especially Brother Lennon for his organisation of the course and for performing the starter on the day. SECOND DAY THIS SUNDAY This Sunday sees the turn of the uneven ages with races for U-9, U-11, U-13, U-15, U-17, Novice and Masters. Once again, the club would ask all club athletes to make a special effort to compete, with teams a very important aspect of cross country. The first race kicks off at 11 am sharp so again all club athletes in in attendance by 10.30 am. TRAINING Training continues in Lemybrien GAA grounds on Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 pm, with all new members most welcome. FURTHER FIXTURES October 11th: County XC Day 2: St Augustine's. October 25th: Munster XC Day 1: Carriganore Waterford. November 8th: Munster XC Day 2: Beaufort, Kerry. November 15th: County B XC and Relay Trials: St. Augustine’s. November 22nd: AllIreland XC: Santry, Dublin. November 29th: Munster B XC: Cappawhite, Tipperary.

West Waterford Juveniles

Successful day at County Cross County Championships THE first day of the County championships took place in the Friary grounds on Sunday last October 4th We had great results across all age groups, with individual medal winners and securing ten team prizes. Well done to all 64 athletes who took part, and we hope to see them all once more next Sunday, October 11th in the Friary for the uneven-age competition. Again the first race will start at 11.00 am with the girls/boys under 9 races. Training continues every Wednesday and Friday evening at 6.00 pm for the next few weeks, when we will have an earlier start at 4.00 pm INDIVIDUAL MEDAL WINNERS G U-10: Alanna Willans silver medal, Maeve Kiely bronze. B U-10: Ian Holmes silver, David Gaffney bronze

G U-12: Ally Cunningham gold, Caoimhe Prendergast silver, Kate Keogh bronze. B U-12: Tommy Fennell gold, Rory Fennell silver, Con Willans bronze. G U-14: Lucy Holmes silver, Mary Kate Prendergast bronze. B U-14: Oisín O’Riordan gold. G U-18: Aoife Hamilton gold, Hannah Power silver. TEAM RESULTS Girls U-10: Gold, Alanna Willans, Maeve Kiely, Orlaith Dwyer, Doireann Hickey. Boys U-10: Gold, Ian Holmes, David Gaffney, Darragh O’Regan, Sean Prunty. Girls U-12: Gold, Ally Cunningham, Caoimhe Prendergast, Kate Keogh, Leah Cunningham. Silver, Eve Power, Shima Lanigan, Roisín Prunty, Angelina Chizhikova. Bronze, Rhiann Flynn, Eve Dwyer, Anna

Grey, Neela Ryan. A clean sweep for the girls, but not to be outdone the boys U-12 also achieved medals of all three colours. Boys U-12: Gold, Tommy Fennell, Rory Fennell, Con Willans, Conor Fennell. Silver: Peter Cummins, Daryl Harty, Eoin Kiely, Ronan Mansfield. Bronze: Mark McCarthy, Cian O’Regan, David Horgan, Mark Finnegan. Girls U-14: Gold, Lucy Holmes, Mary Kate Prendergast, Megan Keogh, Aoife O’Brien. Girls U-18: Gold, Aoife Hamilton, Hannah Power, Dairine Ni Sheanlaoich, Caoimhe Dwyer. UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, October 11th County championships, meet in the Friary at 10.15 for warm-up and registration.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey team who defeated Clonakilty in the first game of the season.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club

Dungarvan Ladies stun Clonakilty Clonakilty 0; Dungarvan 1. ON Sunday, 4th October Dungarvan Ladies began their Munster league campaign with their first game of the 2015/16 season against Clonakilty Ladies. The girls set off early on a lengthy journey to Clonakilty on Tom Flynn’s bus eager to get their first game underway. The hosts Clonakilty righty fancied their chances on their own turf against this young Dungarvan team. It has to be mentioned that before tip-off many of Dungarvan’s players were making their debuts at Senior level in the Munster League having made the transition from underage level. This transition was seamless as the Dungarvan girls stepped up against their West Cork opposition fearless and ready for a great game of hockey. Dungarvan lined-out with Sarah Landers in goal with her defence well set up with Melissa Brazil sweeping in

behind centre-back Denise Egan who was flanked on either side by Ella Fay and Charlotte Connors. The wasn’t a blade of this astro turf surface that wasn’t covered by our midfield engine of Evana Mansfield, Freida McGrath and Ellen Butler breaking down Clonakilty play and setting up our forwards of Saoirse Hayes, Emily Spratt and Jessica Carroll Lawlor with chances. The game remained scoreless at the interval with coach Tina Landers inspiring Dungarvan to go out in the second half and keep fighting for that all-important goal that would break the deadlock. Clonakilty enjoying their home advantage were applying all the pressure soon into the second half with a series of short corners testing the Dungarvan defence. Each attempt from Clonakilty was equaled to from our outstanding young Goalkeeper Sarah Landers who refused to be beaten. Dungarvan made

changes freshening up the team with Maria Dunphy, Aoife Browne, Clodagh Moloney and Niamh Campbell coming into the team to help break down the West Cork side. The clock was ticking and with ten minutes remaning, Dungarvan with fresh legs were heaping pressure on and won a short Corner. Clonakilty’s large support in attendance was silenced. A firm pass out to Denise Egan who unleashed a shot on the edge of the circle past the Clonakilty runners finding Freida McGrath who made no mistake firing the ball into the back of the Clonakilty goal. The sound of the ball hitting the backboard sent Dungarvan into rapturous celebrations, stunning the opposition and their huge contingent of Supporters. Dungarvan for all their pressure found themselves ahead with only minutes remaining. Clonakilty mounted another

attack only to be stopped in their tracks by this resilient Dungarvan team who held on to claim victory on the opening day of the new Munster league Season. UPCOMING FIXTURE Dungarvan Ladies play their first home game of the Munster League this coming Sunday, 11th October against Fermoy at 12 noon in the Friary College, Dungarvan. We would like to invite supporters to come along and cheer on our team as we go in search of another great performance! SENIOR TRAINING Dungarvan Ladies Training - Tuesday & Thursday at 6.30 pm Friary College, Dungarvan. All are welcome. JUNIOR TRAINING Under 14 – Friday afternoons at 5 pm – 6 pm Under 10/12 Saturday mornings at 9.30 am – 10.30 am Friary College, Dungarvan. All are welcome.

Finisk Valley Athletic Club THE first round of the Juvenile Cross Country even age groups were held on Sunday last at Friary College Grounds. In the girls under 10 we had two competitors. Aoibhinn Donnelly had a brilliant performance to come home a clear winner and take her first County title and on last Sunday’s performance it won’t be her

last. Also fine running from Eimear Griffin to finish in fifth place. Another young lady with loads of talent. The boys under 10 had a brilliant run to take second team prize led home in fifth place by Corey Scanlon with his team mates packing well, Jack Prendergast seventh; Kieran Cotter

eighth; Cian Moore ninth and Daniel Buckley tenth. Great running from the boys as Kieran and Cian are eligible for under 9 competition. Next Sunday the uneven age groups take place at the Friary grounds starting 11 a.m. sharp. Races for 9, 11, 13, 15, 17. Be on time.

Waterford Badminton Association

Mens and Ladies League FIXTURES for the upcoming Mens and Ladies Leagues will be distributed to clubs this week, with leagues beginning next week. Best of luck to all teams taking part. THE FLYNN SHIELD Rathgormack Badminton Club will host their mens and ladies doubles competition 'The Flynn Shield' for the sec-

ond time this Sunday, October 11th. This competition is open to players graded G and H. Entries close on Wednesday, 7th October. For more information or to enter please contact Kerrie 0879158577. MUNSTER OPEN Best of luck to the Waterford juveniles who are

taking part in the Munster U-11 and U-15 Open in UL this weekend. We also wish those taking part in the adult competition on Sunday the very best of luck. AFFILIATIONS With the Leagues fast approaching a reminder to clubs to get their affiliations paid as soon as possible.

Aoibhinn Donnelly, Finisk Valley AC who won the girls u-10 Cross Country County Title on Sunday.

The Finisk Valley AC boys under 10 team who took second team prize on Sunday last. Team: Cian Moore, Jack Prendergast, Kieran Cotter, Corey Scanlon and Daniel Buckley.

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 9 October, 2015

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Kieren Fallon fined €500 for Tipperary no show

Navan – Wednesday, 7th October (First Race 2.05) Tramore – Thursday, 8th October (First Race 2.15) Dundalk – Friday, 9th October (First Race 6.00) Fairyhouse – Saturday, 10th October (First Race 2.20) Limerick – Saturday, 10th October (First Race 2.05) Limerick – Sunday, 11th October (First Race 1.05) Curragh – Sunday, 11th October (First Race 1.25)

KIEREN Fallon was hit on the double after his missed his intended mount at Tipperary on Sunday. Not only did the former British champion jockey miss the ride on Sovereign Debt, the promoted winner of the Group 3 Coolmore Stud Home Of Champions Concorde Stakes, but he was also hit with a fine of €500 by the stewards. Fallon failed to make it to the track after he was delayed on his crosschannel ferry due to an electrical fault.

Goffs Orby sale continues to Impress TOP prices of €2,000,000, €1,700,000, €1,200,000 and €1,050,000, purchased by four separate buyers, set a new record for Goffs Orby as the highest number of million-plus lots in the history of the sale last week. Pat O’Kelly of Kilcarn Stud further enhanced her remarkable reputation for producing Orby sales toppers with a beautiful Raven’s Pass filly out of Spirit Of Tara that was knocked down to Fiona Craig for Moyglare Stud at €2,000,000. The sale of Mountarmstrong Stud's Frankel filly out of Alexander Goldrun was the next highest price of the Orby having been sold to the China Horse Club for €1.7 million, and Teo Ah Khing was among the leading buyers again when going to €580,000 for another gem from Kilcarn Stud - a son of Invincible Spirit out of Group winner Prima Luce from the family of Classic winning Orby graduate Halfway To Heaven. Sheikh Fahad Al Thani enjoyed his first British Classic winner this year with Orby graduate Simple Verse, and in partnership with Steve Parkin he purchased the Galileo colt out of Group winner Sent From Heaven from the Castlebridge Consignment for €1.2 million. Later on Day 2, just two lots after the sales topping €2 million yearling, the bid board soared to seven figures again as Staffordstown’s Galileo filly out of Group winner Starlit Sands went the way of Oliver St. Lawrence for €1,050,000.

Group 3 success for Chris Hayes and Panama Hat PANAMA Hat added to his Listed Roscommon success and notched up his seventh win when landing the Group 3 Diamond Stakes at Dundalk on Friday. The well supported 8/11 favourite overhauled the front-running Carla Bianca inside the final furlong under Chris Hayes to win by a length for trainer Andy Oliver and will now be put away until next year. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane rarely leave the venue empty handed and they combined to win the 10f handicap with Vale Do Sol, another well-fancied winner. Trainer Johnny Murtagh took the auction maiden with Artytype who was ridden by Ross Coakley while another Curragh trainer on the mark was Michael Halford who won the fillies’ maiden with the Shane Foley-ridden Embiyra. Political Policy, a winner at the course the previous week, followed up for Navan-based Gavin Cromwell and Sean Corby in the 1m handicap. The 6f conditions race was won in good style by the David Marnane-trained Jamesie. Connor King did the steering. Whatever It Takes easily won the first division of the 12f handicap for Niall Madden and Fran Berry while the second leg of the same race went to Mountmills who was ridden by Joseph O’Brien for Cootehill, County Cavan-trainer Anthony Mulholland.

Listed Fairyhouse victory for Prendergast and Hayes THE Kevin Prendergast-trained Bebhinn overcame a lengthy absence to win the Listed Blenheim Stakes at Fairyhouse on Tuesday. With Chris Hayes in the saddle, the 8/1 went to the front with over a furlong to race and held off the late surge of Juliette Fair to win by half a length. Michael Halford and Shane Foley shared two winners. They struck in the opening 6f maiden with newcomer Golden Pearl and followed up when Chestnut Fire landed the 7f maiden that brought the card to a close. The 6f nursery handicap was won in clear-cut fashion by the Joe Murphy-trained Snowy Scene who was ridden by Pat Smullen. Murphy’s fellow Fethard trainer Thomond O’Mara was on the mark when Hudson’s Bay and Wayne Lordan took the 12f handicap while Garvan Donnelly, who trains much closer to the track in Garristown, County Dublin, landed the apprentice handicap with the Gary Phillips-ridden Lily’s Prince. Saga Bolton saw off favourite Krissy’s Kisses to win the claiming race with Kevin Manning doing the steering for Gowran trainer Tony Mullins.

The Game Changer and Ruby Walsh win the Like A Butterfly Novice Chase at Tipperary. [Patrick McCann]

Grade 3 double for Ruby Walsh at Tipperary RUBY Walsh fared best on Super Sunday at Tipperary where he landed two of the four Graded races on the card. He enjoyed an easy time of it on the Willie Mullins-trained Bachasson who kept his unbeaten record intact with a smooth success in the Grade 3 Dolores Purcell Memorial Novice Hurdle. Walsh partnered The Game Changer to win the Grade 3 Like A Butterfly Novice Chase, Gordon Elliott’s charge adding to last Monday’s success at Roscommon with a convincing win over Rule The World. Among the winners at Longchamp,

Aidan O'Brien fittingly landed the Grade 2 Istabraq Hurdle with the Mark Walsh-ridden Plinth who got on top in the closing stages to beat Fethard Player with odds-on favourite Thomas Edison only third under Barry Geraghty. Having watched his brother Paddy ride winners on the previous two days, Jack Kennedy rode his first winner since returning from injury when partnering Phil The Flyer in the 2m handicap hurdle. Ray Hackett trains the winner in Nenagh, County Tipperary. Willie Mullins landed a second winner when Prince D’Aubrelle, ridden by his son,

Patrick, saw off Aidan O'Brien’s Oathkeeper in the bumper. On the Flat, the big winner was the David Nicholls-trained Sovereign Debt who was awarded the Group 3 Concorde Stakes in the Stewards’ Room. He lost out by a short-head to Dermot Weld’s Tested in the race itself but was promoted after being hampered in the closing stages. Jim Bolger won the two-year-old maiden with the Ronan Whelan-ridden Siamsaiocht while local trainer David Marnane saddled Seanie to win the 7f handicap, a second winner for Killian Leonard.

Cailin Annamh battles well for Grade 2 win THE Jessica Harrington-trained Cailin Annamh was the big winner at Gowran Park on Saturday when she landed the Grade 2 PWC Champion Hurdle under Barry Geraghty. She almost lost her rider with a terrible mistake at the sixth fence but recovered and then dug deepest to see off Alelchi Inois and Ruby Walsh. Harrington had earlier won the three-yearold hurdle with Lake Champlain who ran out a comfortable winner under Mark Bolger. Paddy Kennedy added to his Friday success at the course when taking the 2m handicap hurdle on the Seamus

Fahey-trained Wild Fern. Andrew Lynch made it three wins in as many days when successful on Fu’s Island for County Kilkenny trainer Paddy Meaney. John Cullen and Sean Flanagan combined to take the 3m handicap hurdle with their Listowel festival winner Misty Lady while Ger Fox got his second winner of the week on the Noel Meade-trained Tulsa Jack who just got up to win the 3m1f handicap chase. Shark Hanlon and Brian Hayes won the concluding beginners chase with 8/1 shot My Direction.

Townend beats Ruby Walsh in Gowran Park Friday Feature DAISY’S Gift held off her better fancied stable companion Whiteout to win the Listed Pat Walsh Memorial Mares Hurdle at Gowran Park on Friday. Willie Mullins had the race won from some way out but it was the Paul Townend-ridden 13/2 chance that came out on top when seeing off

5/4 favourite Whiteout, the pick of Ruby Walsh. Mullins also took the bumper on the card when newcomer Snag List easily scored in the hands of trainer’s son Patrick. Jody McGarvey added to his Clonmel success of the previous day when winning the 2m4f handicap hurdle on

the Anthony McCanntrained Authorative. Andrew Lynch was also among Thursday’s winners and he was again on the mark when winning the 2m maiden hurdle on Edward O’Grady’s Prince Kup. Mouse Morris and Bryan Cooper took the second maiden hurdle with Baily

Cloud while the handicap hurdle over the same distance went to Freedom Square, a winner for County Clare handler Pat Lynch and Ger Fox. Paddy Kennedy and Nurney, County Kildare-based Paul Fahey combined to win the 2m4f handicap hurdle with Do Try Dolly.

German date for Success Days THE Ken Condon-trained Success Days, who has not run since finishing down the field in the Epsom Derby, is set to reappear in the Group 1 Grosser Preis von Bayern at Munich on November 1st. An impressive winner of both the Ballysax Stakes and the Derrinstown Derby Trial at Leopardstown earlier in the season, Success Day has been on the side-lines after picking up an injury at Epsom in early June.

Grade 3 success for the Game Changer GORDON Elliott’s The Game Changer was the big winner at Roscommon on Monday week last where he comfortably landed the Grade 3 Kilbegnet Novice in the hands of Bryan Cooper. Dropping back to the minimum trip certainly suited the six-year-old who eased away from the front-running Sizing Platinum on the short run-in. County Wexford trainer Liz Doyle maintained her good run of form when Last Goodbye landed the bumper under Finny Maguire. Karl Thornton, who trains in Skerries, County Dublin, saddled Colms Dream to win the handicap chase while Sabrina Harty’s Edith Somerville was the cosy winner of the maiden hurdle. On the Flat, John Oxx and Declan McDonogh combined to win the fillies’ maiden with Red Stars and another Curragh trainer to score was Willie McCreery who teamed up with Billy Lee to win the 7f handicap. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane took the 12f maiden with Cape Aqraan while the apprentice handicap went to the Colin Bowe-trained Tawseef who was ridden by Ian Queally.