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Labour man is ‘shocked’ over sacking ‘I was told of the meeting by text and then fired’

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Exclusive pic: Donal Foley

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SUPER CABBAGE THRIVES IN LANZAROTE SUN Proud man of the land, amateur gardener, Bobby Healy of Cruttenclogh, Castlecomer displays his super cabbage which he grew at his North Kilkenny Farm. Oh for a meal of cabbage, bacon and spuds! » Story: P3

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Green with envy: Our cabbage thrives in Lanzarote-style heat Proud woman: Spa Manager, Louise Hally with the award

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Caring dentist gets his teeth into charity work South Kilkenny’s Dr Donal is honoured by his peers

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Brave teen goes bald in memory of mother

Shoe-stopper: Mary Croke

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Brave Emily goes on the Brennan run to help older people

It is time for fun and games – and the message is play safe NOW THAT schools are closing for summer holidays, it is time to remind youngsters in particular that while enjoying themselves, they should also make sure to play safe. It is always wonderful to see young people having fun but too often we hear of accidents that can devastate families. So as the fun and games begin, the message is to take care if out walking, ďŹ shing or indeed in any leisure activity. Our youth are very precious, they are the lifeblood of our community, so our great wish is that all the boys and girls will have a happy and safe summer.

Busy athletes The County ‘B’ Championships were in Thomastown. Over 30 local athletes travelled.. Alan Smyth won silver and gold at U8. Katie Clarke won silver in 80m and 300m U9. In U9, Brian Holland, Cathal O’Reilly, David Allen, Adam Stone, Liam Doyle, Ashley Kerr, Ciaran Meagher, and Will Fox competed. Ciaran and Will were 80m ďŹ nalists and Will won 300m gold. Kevin Smyth, Sean O’Dornan and John

Kevin Malone competed at U10. John Kevin won long-jump silver, Sean won triple gold. Nicky Connolly, Killian Hogan and Conor Clarke were U11 athletes. Conor was third in longjump. Liam Holland and James Buggy represented at U12. James won double bronze. William Hayden, Conor Normoyle and Ross Connolly at U13 also competed. Ross was 800m champion. U11 girls were Ellen Buggy, Aoife Cahalan, Emer Stone and Shannon Feehan. Shannon won gold, silver and bronze. Roisin Allen, Ellie and Molly Boland, Aine Curry, Michelle Farrell and Emma Coogan competed at U12. Roisin won gold and silver. Kelsey Dowling was part on the successful mixed relay. The U10 boys’ relay won silver - Sean O’Dornan, Will Fox, John Kevin Malone and Kevin Smyth. The U12 boys also won silver - James Buggy, Conor Clarke, Nicky Connolly and Killian Hogan. Kelsey Dowling, Emma Coogan, Ross Connolly and Conor Normoyle won U13 mixed relay bronze. This group was joined by another 30 enthusiasts for the club sports. Award

winners: Jack Brennan, Conor Clarke, James Buggy. Grace Deevy; Katie Clarke; Molly Coogan. Ross Connolly, Jack Brennan and Grainne Kenny travelled to Tullamore for the provincial championships - Ross ďŹ nished 4th place in U13 javelin, Jack was third in 3000m U!8 and Grainne 5th in U16 shotputt.

Ted’s Den Camp Camp is from July 18 to 22 and July 25 to 29. Contact: 087-7961716.

Local lottos ‘GAA â‚Ź6,500; Golf â‚Ź5,000; Vaults jackpot â‚Ź300.

To Lough Derg Buggy’s Coaches 60th anniversary pilgrimage to Lough Derg is from July 24 to 26. Information 4441264 or 0872535989.

Parish draw A sum of ₏15,790 was raised in this year’s draw. Thanks went to all who contributed, promoters and draw co-ordinator, Annette Kennedy.

Tradition of ‘visiting our neighbours’ is alive and well JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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From left, potter, Francis Power, happy speed stackers, fireman James Dillon and the super hurling tots

Hurling tots: Happy memories with Sam, Seamie, Johnny and Paddy JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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Junior Achievement: Business Volunteers receiving their Junior Achievement CertiďŹ cates Pics: Donal Foley

Presentation Convent: 1st Class Presentation Convent National School with their teacher Natasha Phelan and Cllr Catherine Connery

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Home and away: It’s 50/50 over holiday plans

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N THURSDAY I attended tt d d the AGM of The National Women’s Council of Ireland, of which I am a Board Member. It is the umbrella organisation for women’s groups in Ireland, with over 150 groups affiliated. Each year it receives a Government grant. The AGM is the time when groups propose various motions. One motion that really interested me was from a group representing younger women who had been diagnosed with breast cancer. They call themselves ‘Survive & Thrive’ Breast Cancer Support Group. Their motion was about their campaign to extend breast screening, to start at age 40 and for mammography units to be put back in smaller hospitals. A young female doctor, a survivor of breast cancer, spoke on their behalf. She told us that 750 women under 50 are diagnosed annually with Breast Cancer in Ireland; 75% in their forties and that Breast Cancer is the biggest cancer killer in this age group. We all know, when a women is diagnosed with breast cancer, no matter what age she is, it has a huge physical and emotional affect on her, her family and the community. Breast Cancer screening is rolled out nationwide for women over 50 and it is free. Many women’s lives have been saved by this wonderful service. This group say that if there was screening for women in

forties, the survival rate their forties would increase by 30%, it would reduce mastectomies by 50% and it would preserve younger women’s fertility by avoiding chemotherapy. They also say that a mammogram + ultrasound can detect cancer ďŹ ve years before a lump appears. Two other young women spoke passionately about their experience of coping with breast cancer and how difficult it was because they also had young children. They were convinced that if they had been diagnosed earlier, they would not have suffered so much and would have a better survival rate. On the other hand, a representative from the Irish Cancer Society disagreed totally with this motion. She said, women under 40 having a mammogram every two years, would be exposing them to dangers from radiation. She also explained that younger women’s breast tissue was thicker than older women, so making detection more difficult. Both sides were very persuasive and made it very difficult to decide whether I was for or against, so I abstained. If you have been affected by breast cancer or are worried about it, contact the Irish Cancer Society: www.cancer.ie or contact their phone help line at 1800200-700 - Monday to Friday 9 to 5 pm, or Survive & Thrive Breast Cancer Support Group Ireland: www.medpages.ie/ surviveandthrive

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LIVING REPORTER WISHLIST Welcome to the Jungle HIGH colour-intensity, perfect shine and up to seven days durability with just one stroke of the brush is what makes Catrice Ultimate Nail Lacquer worth spending your hard earned cash on. However, at €2.79 a bottle, you won’t feel like you are too much out of pocket. Catrice, which is available in Penneys and selected Dunnes Stores and pharmacies, has recently launched a limited edition range entitled ‘Papagena’. The colours are based on rich green and khaki shades interrupted by bright accents in pink, orange and mustard yellow. The nail polish, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, has been created with true Amazon warriors in mind. It is also available in ‘Enter the Undergrowth’, ‘Amazonian Gold’ and ‘Bird of Paradise’.

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dead cute jewellery has reached all over the globe and is loved by many eccentric style conscious celebrities including Kelly Osborne, Keira Knightly, Denise Van Outen, Davina McCall, Alexa Chung, Jenny Éclair and Amanda Holden. Available from www.tinalilienthal.com.

position. The transparent material and high sides of the tub also muffle sounds and lights, similar to the womb. Because so many infants dislike being bathed lying square on their backs, Tummy Tub is recommended for newborns, premature babies, fussy and colicky babies as well as babies suffering from wind, irregular bowel movements, or poor sleep patterns. You can purchase Tummy Tub on its own or with a stool that securely holds the bath tub, elevating the tub so you can sit comfortably on a standard chair while bathing your baby. Available from Baby Boom, Smithlands, from €29.99 or online from www.babyboom.ie

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Cuff stuff SHUTTERBUG on Patrick Street is now stocking these fabulous earcuffs by designer Anni Jürgenson. They are handmade and are designed to sit comfortably around your ear so no piercing is required. Anni, who has always been fascinated by Native American culture, came up with the idea for the earcuffs through her desire to make jewellery that imitated the look of Indian feather headdresses and dream catchers. The earcuffs have been flying out the door since they arrived so if you want to check what stock is available call (056) 7703312. Prices start at €24.99 and they can be bought in the shop, ordered online from http://www. shutterbug.ie/ or through the Shutterbug page on Facebook. Postage is €2.95 for regular p&p or €6.95 for registered.

DONT let the lack of sunshine this summer get you down. There are other ways to get a bronzed and healthy look without having to raid the piggy bank and booking a flight to The Canaries. Guerlain, one of the longest established perfume houses in the world, are top of their game when it comes to bronzer. Their newly launched ‘Terracotta Jambes de Gazelle Bronzing Mist’ is a cooling tinted mist that instantly gives your legs a natural, even tan. The universal shade instantly lights up the skin with a sunny glow, or enhances the radiance of already tanned legs. The formula also contains Guerlain’s Tan Booster complex that begins working as soon as the first rays of the sun hit your skin. Available from John O’Connell, Rose Inn Street.

It would make a great birthday present and would provide hours of entertainment for children of all ages. Available from www.furnitureanddesign.ie for €20 or call to their furniture superstore based in Bagenalstown, Co Carlow.

Shapely rainwear SAY goodbye to shapeless and unflattering rainwear with this Betty Jackson mac, €120, from Debenhams. Just because it is pouring out of the heavens doesn’t mean you can’t look stylish. This gorgeous rain mac is beautifully finished with ruching at the shoulders and button down ties at the sleeves. It can also be cinched in at the waist giving you an instant figure. British fashion designer Betty Jackson is based in London and is well known for designing the outrageous costumes of Eddy and Patsy on the 1990s hit television comedy Absolutely Fabulous.

Brolly good! SADLY, the most important accessory this summer seems to be an umbrella. Why not brighten up your day with a colourful brolly from www.welly4u.ie They have a wonderful selection to choose from including this exotic palm tree number for €25. It’s an automatic open stick umbrella and has a handsome wooden one-piece handle. It is also designed for erratic Irish weather as it has sturdy fiberglass ribs to give it extra strength in windy weather. It would be ideal for a wedding, a day at the races or just to put a smile on the faces of passers- by as you wander between shops on High Street.

Deadly jewels ROCKING up this year is the new cohort of character skulls from Tina Lilienthal. Rebelling against the pretty and preened these mannish rascals are set to cause a jewellery revolution. The deadly gang includes beastly stags, crowned royals, moustached skulls of gentry, hunters, pirates and top hatted dandies. These miniature silver collectables are available in coatings of coloured gold, appended on either silver chain or silk thread. Tina has been designing and making her fetish fabulous creations for five years. Her renowned

Baking mad! A womb with a view WHILE the Tummy Tub might look like an expensive bucket it most certainly is not! Tummy Tub multi award-winning bath that allows your baby to bathe sitting in the foetal

EVER since Rachel Allen was a small child she adored baking. She believes it is a great way to spend time with your children and a fabulous way to introduce little ones to cooking as the results are always yummy! This brilliant kit includes six recipes by Rachel Allen, baking tray, wooden spoon, cookie cutters, chefs hat, whisk, rolling pin and stripy apron.

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Shop of the week IF you are looking for some quirky, vintage or limited edition accessories then make sure you pop into ‘Kwilla’ on Rose Inn Street. The new Kilkenny shop is a treasure trove of delights so the only problem shoppers will have is deciding what to buy. All brands are exclusive to Kwilla in Kilkenny including ‘And Mary’ – vintage inspired jewellery and leather bags, ‘Arty Smarty’ – handmade jewellery from Dublin, ‘Tatty Devine’ – handmade art jewellery that’s full of wit and offbeat design, ‘Jeepers

Peepers’ - high quality vintage inspired sunglasses, ‘Adam King’ – sterling silver jewellery handmade in d Ireland, ‘Louise Buchan’ – bags and purses handmade from recycled leather, ‘Helen Rochfort’ – limited edition curious and decadent frame box clasped handbags inspired from a wonderland of Pop p Art, quirky vintage styling and delicious eccentricity. The shop also carries an exclusive range of beautiful handmade greetings cards from Welsh born designer Hannah Davies.

Theatre of the week BRIAN Friel’s ‘Lovers’ runs at The Watergate Theatre from Tuesday, July 5 to Saturday, July 9. The two one-act plays ‘Winners’ and ‘Losers’, are presented as a single play, though they share neither character nor story. ‘Winners’ follows the story of two teenage lovers and is set on a hill top as Mag and Joe revise for their exams. They become distracted and talk on different subjects and through this we hear the back story behind their

characters. Two commentators inform the audience of the action in the manner of a Greek chorus. ‘Losers’ focuses on two older lovers, Hanna and Andy, who are having a relationship while being watched by Hanna’s mother, Mrs Wilson and her neighbour Cissy. The plays complete each other thematically, observing and commenting on two different kinds of love. Show: 8pm nightly. Tickets €16/€12.50 are available from the box office at (056) 77 61674.

Book of the week ‘CONSEQUENCES’ by Muriel Bolger tells the story of a close-knit group of friends who every year spend two sun-filled weeks in a Spanish villa. It’s the perfect way to end the summer and escape their high-pressured lives in Dublin. No children, no responsibilities and no distractions. This year, however, the group befriends two women holidaying in a neighbouring villa, and a series of events is set in motion that shake the group to its very core. As the holiday comes to an end and the friends arrive home in Dublin, life appears to go back to normal. But the deceptions that began in Spain refuse to be buried and infidelities and secrets come to the surface.

Product of the week SINCE Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy won the ‘American Open’ the Trion:Z wristband and pendant he wears have been flying off the shelves. The award-winning magnetic and negative ion technology jewellery is said to increase blood flow and promote well-being. Speaking about his ‘Tao with Co Pendant’ Rory said: “It is an important tool that helps maintain my focus and gives me great confidence in my abilities on and off the course.” Due to extreme popularity the pendant is sold out but the company is taking pre-orders for the next delivery in July. The Active wristbands are available in a variety of sizes and colours. Order yours from www.trionz.com

Pub of the week THE Manor House at Market Square is a much favoured spot in nearby Bagenalstown. Owned by former Republic of Ireland striker Niall Quinn the bar is a popular venue to enjoy a relaxing drink among friends. Refurbished in recent years it is handsomely decorated with rich coloured wood and comfortable seating. It also benefits from having a number of smaller sections so large

groups or couples can enjoy the feeling of having their own space. It also offers a great heated smoking area and sports fans are well looked after with a number of large TV screens. The Manor House is renowned for serving up delicious home cooked food seven days a week and offers breakfast, lunch and evening meals from 10am to 9pm every day. It also has some of the most welcoming and friendly staff around so if you pop in for a meal or a drink you won’t be disappointed!

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RISTORANTE Rinuccini is a family owned and run multi award-winning Italian restaurant located in the heart of Kilkenny City. Specialising in classic Italian cuisine, Ristorante Rinuccini boasts an extensive menu selection catering for lunch, dinner, group or private bookings. Located in a prime spot on The Parade the delicious smells that waft out of the restaurant and onto the street have enticed many a

passer by to dine there. They also offer outdoor dining on sunny days with tables dotted along the street in front of the restaurant. It’s hard to imagine e a nicer spot to relax while also enjoying great food and a spectacular view. The restaurant also offers one of Ireland’s most extensive Italian

wine lists housed in its custom built wine cellar. ` It is also open seven days a week so you have no excuse not to book a table now!

Buitléar (collaborative piece), Una Burke, Marika Miklosi Manning, Christina Brosnan, Laura Macnamara, Sam Hamilton, Seliena

Coyle, Erika Marks and Emma Bourke. The makers responses have included inspiration from a vast array of influences including the National Museum’s Bronze Age gold collection; sheep’s wool from Co Waterford; the spiritual warrior women of Irish legend; Celtic lunulas; the Tudor style ruff; the 21st century neck piece, ipod headphones; social networking and tangles of Irish branches and tree roots. The exhibition runs until July 28.

Exhibition of the week THE 21st Century Icons exhibition in The National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny offers a unique opportunity to view the work of 21 of Ireland’s most innovative and creative makers. Curated by Ann Mulrooney the exhibition features Angela O’Kelly, Eily O’Connell, Eimear Conyard, Inga Reed, Julie Connellan, Justyna Truchanowska, Lesley Frew, Melissa Curry, Rachel McKnight, Rudolf Heltzel, Sabrina Meyns, Sonja Landweer, Tuula Harrington and Róisín de

Fundraiser of the week AFTER the success of last year’s fundraising trip to Kilkenny’s twin town of Moret sur Loing, France, cyclist John Britton is pedalling back to his old stomping ground of Montreux in Switzerland in July. A good man for a challenge he is not taking the easy route as he is going to attempt to go over

the Col de l’Iseran, which at 2770 meters (9,088ft) is the highest mountain pass in Europe. Again, he will visit the Tour de France and will take the route of stage seven from Le Mans to Châteauroux the day before the stage passes. He will watch the stage finish at Châteauroux and will

wear the black and amber of Marble City Cyclers the whole way over. All funds raised will go to the Susie Long Hospice Fund. Log onto John’s fundraising Facebook page http://tiny. cc/bma32 or visit www.mycharity.ie and search for John Britton to donate online.

Gig of the week KILKENNY’S popular Blues Club is back in Cleere’s Theatre, Kilkenny. The club runs occasionally with the next event taking place this Friday night. The club is open to all singers and musicians so anyone who wants to get up on stage to sing or play are invited to attend. Usually the music is either blues or blues related and instruments are always available for visiting musicians or those who get inspired to perform a few impromptu tunes.

Food of the Week IF you have yet to try Goatsbridge Premium Irish Trout then you are in for a treat. Based in Thomastown, Co Kilkenny and run by husband and wife team Margaret and Gerard Kirwan, Goatsbridge Trout is open 365 days of the year. They supply whole, gutted, portioned and filleted trout and a range of smoked trout products directly to restaurants, fish shops and the wholesale seafood trade. They can deliver fresh trout directly to your door at a fraction

of the cost you might otherwise pay and the good news is they don’t even charge for delivery! Visitors are also welcome to drop by to see the trout farm’s eco-friendly environment and try some of their fish productsjust ring beforehand (086 818 8340). Trout is quick and easy to cook. It not only tastes delicious, it is also low in calories and high in protein, omega 3 fatty acids and vitamins A and D.

The Blues Club originally started in ‘The Pumphouse’ in 1991 and was hosted there every Friday night for over two years. After this the venue moved to ‘Biddy Earlys’ and the club continued to run here for another year and a half. Around 2006 there was a short reemergence; this time in Cleere’s Theatre. It’s a pretty informal night so no need to book in first. Just arrive and be ready to entertain or be entertained.

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with Ciara Gilbert Monday 27 Devious Theatre presents: Smitten, The Arts Office, John St @ 8pm After Dark, Matt the Miller’s @ 10pm Trad Night, Cleere’s @ 9.30pm

Tuesday 28 Smitten, The Arts Office @ 8pm Cellar Sessions, Matt the Miller’s @ 8.30pm The Kilkennys, Paris Texas @ 9pm Trad Night, The Pumphouse @ 9pm

Wednesday 29 Smitten, The Arts Office @ 8pm Movie Night, Billy Byrne’s @ 8.30pm

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teven Spielberg who produced this will find many elements familiar from JJ Abram’s homage to his early work. There are shades of ‘ET’, ‘Close Encounters’ and ‘The Goonies’ about this fine piece of entertainment. It opens with a bunch of teenagers witnessing a mysterious train wreck while shooting a zombie movie. They swear themselves to secrecy but the lead character Joe is the son of the local sheriff Jackson Lamb . They are both grieving the accidental loss of his wife and Joe is falling in love for the first time. As the reason for the crash becomes obvious all the different relationships come under pressure propelling them towards a moving finale. As with his TV series Lost JJ Abrahams is a master of manipulating audience’s emotions and walks a tightrope across the schmaltz. There are some genuinely tearjerking scenes . One very memorable scene is when the burgeoning romance of Joe and Alice is played out against the backdrop of 8mm footage of his dead mother. Though there is no

image as stirring as an alien cycling across the moon it is very exciting in places. Abrams is also an ace at casting and here as in all his work he doesn’t put a foot wrong. As with the recent ‘Attack the Block’ the film depends upon a very young gang of teens to do the heavy lifting. While some of the characterization is a little weak they are all exceptionally talented actors. Joel Courtney with

his wide eyed stare as Joe is a real find and he will definitely have a long career after this. Elle Fanning as his love interest steals the film as she has many times before with her precocious chops. There are also some superb set pieces besides the train wreck but to tell anymore about this film might ruin it for you. Genuinely it overturns your assumptions at very opportunity and as with Cloverfield

the viewing depends on not knowing what is going to happen. If you do go and see it make sure that you don’t tell anyone what the twists are. The script is a cracker especially the subplots which are expertly dovetailed and you never see the joins. Expect the unexpected and you won’t be disappointed. This film is for anyone who was raised by Steven Spielberg movies in the 80’s and wells up every

Christmas when Eliot and his mates race across town on their BMXs. The baton has now been passed to the next generation of actors and directors who love to make science fiction that has a bit of depth as well as magic. Any young film makers will love every second of this especially all the in-jokes but this really is a film with something for everyone. - DARRAGH BYRNE

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Bridging a 25 year gap: It’s Parishioners and friends unite to pay tribute to much loved curate All pics: Donal Foley JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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Fr Martin’s long time friends, Daniel and Majella O’Donnell

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Kilkenny City brothers, Ber and PierceScott with retired Repblic of Ireland star, John Aldridge

Players and officials at the Kilkenny & District League/St Canice’s Credit Union night in Rafter Dempsey’s

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Action from the Kilkenny v Dublin National League Final in which the Dubs beat the Cats

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KKB intensify their campaign to win Tidy Towns crown

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