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Kilkenny Reporter

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28 2011

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Kilkenny Reporter

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28 2011

T: 056 7795051 E: sales@kilkennyreporter.ie

Pub chief nets €2m bonanza for our city Double delight as local man makes history in vintners »P4

It’s a ‘Home’ game of love and respect

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Kilkenny City sisters Melanie and Ciara Eckhorst enjoyed MacDonagh Junction » More fashion: P21 Fashion Show on Saturday

NEWS

The 12 apostles can serve up a vast upper!

PHOTO SISTERS STEPPING OUT IN STYLE AT MAGNIFICENT MACDONAGH FASHION Exclusive pic: Donal Foley

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KILKENNY REPORTER 28 09 2011

Up to 1,000 visitors set to spend €2million here New publicans’ boss brings financial double to our city EXCLUSIVE JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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REPORTER MONUMENT CAMPAIGN

Borough Council deserve praise as monument looms JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

Kate Brennan, Regional Manager Alzheimer Society, Margaret Cahill, Nurse Manager, hurling star Michael Fennelly, Marie Conway, Bluebird and Brian Egan, MD, Bluebird

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Liam McCarthy to make a flying visit to Luton! .,/.(11< )2/. ZKR VSHQW PXFK RI WKHLU OLIH ZRUNLQJ LQ /XWRQ (QJODQG DUH WR UHWXUQ WKHUH QH[W PRQWK IRU D VSHFLDO FHOHEUDWLRQ 7KH .LONHQQ\ $VVRFLDWLRQ LQ /XWRQ %HGIRUGVKLUH RQH RI WKH IHZ .LONHQQ\ DVVRFLDWLRQV VWLOO DFWLYH LQ (QJODQG FHOHEUDWHV LWV WK DQQLYHUVDU\ ZLWK D EXIIHW DQG GLQQHU GDQFH RQ 6DWXUGD\ 2FWREHU 7KH HYHQW ZLOO EH DW 6W -RVHSK¶V 3DULVK &OXE /XWRQ DQG PXVLF ZLOO EH E\ 6HiQ :LOVRQ $PRQJ WKH JXHVWV ZLOO EH D QXPEHU RI .LONHQQ\ KXUOHUV ZKR ZLOO PDNH WKH MRXUQH\ ZLWK WKH /LDP 0F&DUWK\ &XS 7KH .LONHQQ\ GHOHJDWLRQ ZLOO EH OHG E\ SRSXODU ORFDO PDQ -RKQ 'XQQH ZKR VSHQW PXFK RI KLV OLIH ZRUNLQJ LQ /XWRQ EHIRUH UHWXUQLQJ WR VSHQG KLV UHWLUHPHQW \HDUV LQ KLV EHORYHG QDWLYH SODFH 7KRVH ZLVKLQJ WR WUDYHO VKRXOG ERRN DFFRPPRGDWLRQ DW WKH 3LQHV +RWHO 0DUVK 5RDG /XWRQ 7KH DGYLVH LV WR ERRN HDUO\ DV WKHUH LV YHU\ JRRG LQWHUHVW LQ WKH DQQXDO JDWKHULQJ

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Trad musicians in full flow

Enjoying a festival of music on a shoestring!

Super events: Liadan in concert and an evening of Irish stew JIMMY RHATIGAN JRHATIGAN@KILKENNYREPORTER.IE

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Brennan

Chance to go along and mind your own business TO ASSIST people who do more business in the town, Castlecomer Business Association is setting up a monthly networking hour for local business people to get to know each other.

Contacts are very important and informal networking events can open doors for new businesses. Anybody in business in the area is encouraged to go along.

The ďŹ rst such event is in Kennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar, Bollardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pub, Barrack Street on Thursday, 6 -7pm.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your business cards!

Drama and singing Dancewise Studios present drama and singing class with

Sarah every Friday in Castlecomer community hall. Ages 4-7, 5-6pm, 8-12, 6-7pm. Classes last Friday. Class costs â&#x201A;Ź6 or â&#x201A;Ź4 to Dancewise students. Contact: Sarah Brennan, 0879184519.

Wellie Race 2012 Preparations have started for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wellington Race. Pubs interested in putting forward a competitor and hosting a heat of the Wellie Queen competition should contact Claire Rothwell: 085119449

Local lottos â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Comer lotto â&#x201A;Ź8,300; Golf â&#x201A;Ź5,600; Vaults â&#x201A;Ź900.

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‘Behind anger there is silence and frustration’ AISLING HURLEY

New service will give youth listening ear

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A long life less ordinary Review of On Canaanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Side by Sebastian Barry

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Eugene and Bernie McGuinness of Melville Heights with daughter Joan who was conferred with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Education in Biological Science in the University of Limerick

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Opinion Comment Mr McGuinness adds real spice to the election race

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TEAM this starry printed smock dress with a pair of warm tights, boots and a snugly cardigan and you are good to go for autumn.

This pretty dress from New Look has a large pleated self tie collar and pleat detail skirt with long sheer sleeves and elasticated waist.

It is currently on sale on www.newlook.com or at your nearest store.

Twirlie Girlie CHILDREN’S skirts don’t come much cuter than these little beauties from ‘Twirlie Girlie’.

Made with elasticated waistbands they are perfect for little girls who are learning to dress themselves. The skirts also stretch as children grow making them great value too!

Available from birth up to six years of age they range in price from €10 to €15. All skirts are custom made in Galway from soft, long lasting fabrics and can be tailored to specific measurements. Ballerina Belle €13 and Seuss Stripes €10.

Contact twirliegirlieskirts@gmail.com or call 087 6162087.

Perfect boot EVERY autumn the hunt for the perfect winter boot ends in despair as it seems impossible to locate one that will work with skirts, dresses, jeans and trousers.

Most of us end up having to invest in a variety of boots to suit different occasions.

This boot, the ‘Lemoore’ from ‘Ecco’ could be the solution to the problem.

A more casual version of a riding boot, it is simple enough to go with everything. The sole is also very flexible which makes them super comfy

into lips; with shea butter to condition the skin, squalane to soften, aloe vera to soothe and SPF 15 to protect.

Bag a bargain SATCHEL bags are this season’s must have accessory. This one from Miss Selfridge is currently on sale at www.missselfridge. com.

It’s a super smart structured version and comes with an adjustable across body strap and a grab handle on top allowing you to wear it a number of ways. The style of this one is also quite flat so will look quite neat worn to work or on a night out.

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Primed for perfection!

IT doesn’t have to cost the earth to get a flawless look with your make-up.

You can achieve it on a budget with Catrice.

First prep your skin using ‘Prime and Fine – Smoothing Refiner’ (€5.49). The oil-free silicone-based primer makes pores disappear and fills out wrinkles for a smooth, refined complexion.

Next apply ‘Photo Finish’ €6.99.

Thanks to light-reflecting pigments, this foundation makes your complexion look flawless and smooth – for up to 18 hours!

Catrice is available in Dunnes Stores and Penneys.

NOTHING makes an impression like a statement ring and you will certainly do it in style with this enamel and filigree ring from Freedom at Topshop.

Wear it with black or dark red nails to add a tough of Goth to your outfit.

It would look equally good as a stand out piece worn with clear gloss and a floaty number.

Love your lips BLISTEX has had a makeover. The iconic range has a brand new look and new products have been introduced.

Check out the new Lip Massage. The soft, ridged tip smoothes away dry skin, keeping your lips soft day after day. The applicator tip is the first of its kind. It gently massages away rough spots and works the cream formula deep

Ponchos are back!

PONCHO’S are back this season. The 2011 version is bright, stripy, colourful, textured, big and most importantly - warm.

A poncho will be your best friend this autumn as they are extremely versatile and easy to wear.

Just throw it over your shoulders and you are good to go.

This red Fairisle wool version is from Dorothy Perkins and comes with a detachable scarf.

Dorothy Perkins is in Goods, Kilkenny.

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Shop of the week NEWLY launched ‘Ruby Reds’ Hair Salon at Beechview on the Dublin Road is well worth a visit if you are thinking of going for a new look or even just a regular trim or blowdry.

Staffed by four young and upto-date hairstylists, you can be sure that you will receive the best advice possible when it comes to your crowning glory.

Staff include Mairead Buggy, formerly of Peter Mark; Jessica White, formerly of Xposure; Ailish Power, formerly

of Haircourt and Tanya Anderson formerly of Rustiq.

The chic and contemporary looking salon is a haven of relaxation for all ages. h Ruby Reds use a range of high quality products including Matrix, Moroccan Oil and GHD. Opening hours are 9am to 6pm Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am to 8pm Thursday and Friday and 9am m to 5pm on Saturday. The salon on is also open through lunch.

Free parking is provided.

Theatre of the week ‘BRIGHTON’ bby Ji Jim N Nolan l runs att The Watergate Theatre at 8pm tonight. A funny, poignant and uplifting hymn to the human spirit, ‘Brighton’ is set in the ‘Sisters of Calvary Nursing Home’ in London and follows plucky Irish widow, Fulham FC supporter and ‘Terror of the Third Floor’, Lily Thompson on her last great adventure.

Sustained by her excursions to the outside world and the friendship of care assistant and passionate Arsenal fan, Dave, the arrival of a new resident,

l b t d actor t JJackk D hill celebrated Dunhill, brings them all unexpected challenges and new horizons.

A former writer in association at the Abbey Theatre, Jim Nolan is the newly appointed theatre artist in residence at Garter Lane Arts Centre. Directed by Ben Barnes, ‘Brighton’ sees the return of ‘Gillian Hanna’ as ‘Lily’ and ‘Andrew Macklin’ as ‘Dave’, joined by Royal Shakespeare Company veteran, ‘Christopher Saul’ as ‘Jack’.

Tickets €15/€12.

Book of the week IN ‘Pigeon English’ by Stephen Kelman, elevenyear-old Harrison Opoku, newly arrived from Ghana, lives on the ninth floor of a block of flats in an inner-city housing estate. The second best runner in Year 7, Harri races through his new life in his personalised trainers - the Adidas stripes drawn on with marker pen - blissfully

unaware of the very real threat around him.

With equal fascination for the local gang, Harri absorbs the many strange elements of his new life. But when a boy is knifed to death and a police appeal for witnesses draws only silence, Harri decides to start a murder investigation of his own.

Product of the week WITH the arrival of the ‘elysambre’ range of make-up to Freshco Pharmacy at Beechview on the Dublin Road it is now possible to get your hands on natural, cruelty-free products that also look great.

The innovative skin-care make-up line combines natural ingredients and upto-date technologies while also respecting quality, the environment, human

relations and animals.

The products are made from organically-grown plantbased active ingredients which makes them outstandingly effective. The range includes foundation, powder, pre-make-up base, corrective cream, blusher, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, gloss, nail varnish and accessories.

Pub of the week THE bar in Carroll’s Hotel, Knocktopher is a great venue any day or night of the week. It’s an amiable spot where strangers are sure to make new acquaintances and be invited into friendly conversation with regular customers and bar staff.

It’s a popular venue for lunch, an evening drink or even just a mid afternoon coffee and a scone. Guests staying at the hotel are assured a genuine commitment by a dedicated

team of staff who will provide them with delicious homemade food and excellent personal service.

The family-run, three star hotel is run by the Carroll family and offers accommodation of the highest standard.

All bedrooms are en-suite and tastefully finished to the highest standards with modern conveniences including hairdryer, television, tea/ coffee making facilities and direct dial telephone.

They are due to launch a new website soon at www.carrollsknocktopher.com

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LA Palmyra Restaurant and Pizzeria at 8 John Street in the city has just launched a great new takeaway menu. Customers can chose from starters such as ‘Crab Claws’ and ‘Pizza Base Bruschetta’, a range of healthy salads that include ‘Goats Cheese Salad’ or ‘Smoked Salmon Salad’ or a

wide range of main courses including ‘Spaghetti Gambero – pasta with tiger prawns with white wine, tomato sauce and garlic’ and ‘Veal Giovina – grilled veal in mushroom and brandy sauce’.

Children are also catered for with pizza, lasagna, Spaghetti Bolognese, pasta or chicken.

Customers receive a free bottle of wine when they spend €50 or a free half bottle when they spend €30.

Eat in specials include any two course lunch from 12 noon to 3pm for €10 or any two course dinner from 3pm to 11pm for €15.

Deliveries are between 5pm and 10pm seven days a week.

Exhibition of the week ART classes for adults and children are being held in The Blackbird Gallery at No. 18 William Street.

Adult classes in oil painting, watercolour and photography are held mornings and evenings over 10 weeks. Mixed media workshops for children of five years of age and older and workshops

in print, drawing and painting for young adults of 12 years of age and older are held every Saturday. Portfolio preparation courses are also available.

Spanish conversation based classes are also offered mornings and evenings with classes for five years of age and older offered on Thursday afternoons in

Kilkenny and Tuesday afternoons in Freshford.

For enrollment call Valerie at 087 7843015. The Blackbird Gallery is open to the public outside class times. It an impressive collection of national and international works by artists including Louis Le Brocquy, Anne Madden, Charles Cullen, Barbara Rae.

Fundraiser of the week THE DRUM Fun Run ‘5K for €5K’ will be held this coming Sunday in Kilkenny Castle Park.

The ‘5K for €5K’ is open to all who are looking for a fun afternoon out.

The race starts at 12 noon and costs €5 to enter. There will be commemorative t-shirts for the first five athletes in each category past the finish line. Categories are Senior Men (18+), Senior Women (18+), Junior Men (U18) and Junior

Women (U18).

Register by logging onto www. runireland.com. You can pick up your number/wristband from

11am on race day on The Parade.

Following the race there will be novelty races for toddlers and children. The event is due to finish at 2pm.

Money raised will go toward youth projects operated by Foróige through The DRUM Youth Project and Health Café in Kilkenny City and County. For more information please contact rosie.obrien@foroige.ie or melissa.faulkner@foroige.ie

vibrant and engaging. Their playing features striking string and reed rhythms and accompaniments,

while always keeping the melody central to their arrangements.

The members are also highly talented vocalists, displaying an astounding ability to move audiences with their settings of traditional and sean-nós songs in the Gaelic and English language, using acapella, harmonies and instrumental arrangements.

The Kilkenny Celtic Festival runs until Sunday, October 2. Further details from www.celticfestival.ie.

Gig of the week INTERNATIONALLY renowned Irish traditional group Líadan perform at St Mary’s Cathedral this coming Friday night as part of the Kilkenny Celtic Festival.

They will be joined by award winning sean nós singer Nell Ní Chroinín, and the Irish Youth Harp Orchestra, directed and presented by Janet Harbison.

Concert starts at 7.30pm and tickets are €10.

Líadan’s stage presence exudes a group personality that is both

Food of the Week JARS of Mileeven jam and honey are a familiar sight in most Irish households. Yet many people do not realise that the award winning products are created in Owning Hill, Piltown.

Established in 1988 by Eilis Gough, ‘Pure Irish Honey’ was the first Mileeven product to hit the shelves. The company, which is now run by Eilis and her daughter Sarah,

offers a huge range that includes organic honey, single source honeys like Manuka 10+ and Manuka 15+, organic preserves, fruit cakes, Christmas puddings, brandy butter and ‘cranberry and port’ sauce.

The ‘Sarah’s Honey’ range includes ‘Zingy Honey with Ginger’, ‘Warming Honey with Cinnamon’, ‘Scrummy Honey with

Sour Cherries’ and ‘Tasty Honey with Walnuts’.

The delicious gift range includes ‘Irish Cream Liqueur’, ‘Jameson’ and ‘Irish Mist’.

The products are shipped worldwide and are stocked in renowned stores including Harrods and Selfridges in the UK. The company also supplies award winning chef, Neven Maguire.

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our belief in the future of humanity can be boosted by just going to see this film. Surely there is hope both for our race and the art of cinema if this is packing them in.

The plot of aging spy George Smiley trying to discover a mole within the intelligence service allows for one suspense filled set piece after the other. Like a perfectly scripted football match it shows each player in a difficult situation where he must round another actor and get to his goal of epiphany. The story is rich in detail and impossible to describe. Even the final reveal is secondary to the wonderful journey.

Thomas Anderson made one of my favorite films of recent years’ “Let the Right One In’ - a horror film which transcended the genre to tell deep truths entertainingly. Here the spy film is used to describe the darker parts of the human heart. As with his last film period detail is beautifully evoked but not as an mere act of nostalgia. The world of many people’s childhoods, including my own is perfectly recreated with profound purpose. From the film grain and the decaying offices to the Julia Inglesias version of ‘La Mer’ at the end- you are in the 70’s.

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gentlemen.Gary Oldman plays him as a wounded soul cuckolded by his wife but also compromised by the seedy violence spying involves. He captures his barely contained rage about what this has done to himself and others as well as his exhaustion with the mess. It is his command performance which is unlike anything in his career. He completely disappears into the role and you almost forget it is him until the end credits.

Tom Hardy is the real catalyst in the film.

When he explodes with his monologue twenty minutes into proceedings the movie really ignites. You can see Oldman pass the torch to him as Hardy’s edgy performance recalls his own expressive work in ‘Prick up Your Ears’ and’ State of Grace’. Every second Hardy is on screen is an exciting one but it is Alfredson’s genius that he doesn’t allow him to unbalance the work. Thankfully he has actors like Mark Strong, Stephen Graham, John Hurt, Colin Firth and Benedict Cumberbatch to fill the void. There is also a great cameo by Kathy Burke which reminds you how much she has been missed.

If you believe that it is what a movie leaves out that is most important and lets you fill in the gaps then this is one you cannot afford to miss. While many people will obsess about the narrative it is better really to savour the subtleties in between the fine acting. Half caught glances and unread letters will fuel many an argument this year but it is the uneaten mints and buttered toast that will haunt your imagination afterwards. Be warned though - this is a film where the merest blink can mean you are lost. So come well rested and prepare to witness the greatest English movie of our time.

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Say cheese: Knockdrinna an Oscar winner at dairy awards Brilliant local business strikes a blow for our producers Senator David Norris

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O’Loughlin Gaels News

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