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than ever according to Irish Business Employers Confederation with the levels of claims, fines and inspections increasing each year. The Kilkenny Business Networking Group is holding a FREE business seminar â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ts when Hiring Staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on Monday 9th March @ 5.30pm in the Pembroke Hotel, Kilkenny. Guest speaker is Fiona Brown Johnson, Profile Training and Development established since 1996. She specialises in supporting small and medium sized enterprises in human resource consultancy, training and HR support. Fiona is a graduate of UCD, a member of the Irish Institute of Training and Development, an affiliate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development and a former tutor with the Institute of Employment Consultants. Further information and free registration details for this event are available on our website www.localenterprise.ie/ kilkenny

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These free WEEE Ireland recycling events allow people to get rid of any household electrical equipment and batteries in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. Anything in the home with a battery or a plug can be recycled at the March 7th collections. Waste collection specialists from WEEE Ireland will be there on the day to help you send your toasters, vacuum cleaners, fridges and every other electrical item imaginable to a better place. As a consumer of electrical items, you are entitled to bring your waste electrical equipment to your electrical retailer when purchasing an item of similar type, i.e. on a one-for-one, likefor-like basis. Waste batteries can be brought back to any battery retailer that sells similar batteries, even if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t purchase anything. All WEEE and waste batteries can also be brought to your local civic amenity site free of charge. For further information on all future recycling events in Kilkenny or to find your nearest civic amenity site, please log on to WEEE Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website weeeireland.ie

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Getting to know your Local Financial Advisor After working more than 13 years as a Financial Advisor in the Life/Pensions & Investments Sector with some of the top Financial Institutions & Brokers in the South East Gearoid Cleere has decided to set up his in Brokerage in Kilkenny City. Gearoid has set up his Business Cleere Life & Pensions at 1ST Floor, 9 Dean St, Kilkenny in January of this year. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not always easy to take the plunge and move into a new role but the focus for Gearoid is very much on the â&#x20AC;&#x153;long termâ&#x20AC;? and building sustainable relationships with clients now and into the future. Gearoid is well known to the people of Kilkenny City and surrounding areas having lived in Kilmanagh all his life. A past pupil of St Aidanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kilmanagh and Colaiste Eamonn Ris Callan, Gearoid has represented his club and county in GAA at different levels. Having completed his QFA (Qualified Financial Advisor) Gearoid worked with some of the big Financial Insti-

tutions and gained valuable experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My experience in the Financial Services Industry with the bigger Financial Institutions encouraged me to pursue a career as a Financial Advisor. My priority is to provide financial planning solutions for clients in the areas of Protection, Pensions, and Savings & Investments. The advantage of having a Financial Advisor is that unlike the Banks they are not tied to one particular provider. I provide the most suitable advice based on the various product providers I hold appointments withâ&#x20AC;? he explained. By contacting Gearoid for a no obligations Financial Review he can help in areas such as: Life Cover: When did you last review your cover? Are you getting value for money? Does it suit your circumstances? Would you like to save money and get a no obligation competitive quote. Mortgage Protection: Are you paying too much for the Life Cover on your Mortgage? Are you aware that you do not have to take out your Policy with

your Bank or Mortgage Provider? Have you recently reviewed your policies to see if the price is competitive? Pensions: Who is your Pension with? What fees and charges are you paying? What funds are you invested in? Does your fundâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s match your risk profile? Even if your pension is paid up or you hold an old employment pension I can review same to ensure your fund is working for you. Investments: As Deposit Interest Rates are very low at the moment, there is a large choice of capital secure options available that will protect your capital, while also offering growth potential. We also hold Investment related plans that will offer you growth potential in line with the line of risk you wish to take. Please note it pays to shop around and avail of a no obligation financial review. Through your local Financial Advisor there are more options available to suit your affordability and needs.

For a Financial Consultation or a quote please contact Gearoid on: (086) 4114985 or email gearoid@cleerelife.ie Gearoid Cleere T/A Cleere Life & Pensions is regulated by The Central Bank of Ireland.

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People in pictures Matt and Caroline Doran

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Winter Fuels

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Super Slimming Weight Loss Tea Causes a Stir! Yes, it’s really true folks.... an ancient Chinese Lotus Leaf tea or Yo Chi Tea as it is known, is becoming a global sensation! You see, this is simply no ordinary tea; far from it in fact, this is an amazing revolutionary tea blend which, because of its ancient Chinese herbal properties, is helping people everywhere to shed excess weight quickly, naturally and safely, simply by drinking two cups of it every day. Weight loss and detox could not be any easier than this, ever! Already, everyone wants to get their hands on this natural miracle worker and let’s face it why wouldn’t they? Already, J-Lo is singing its praises (sorry, we couldn’t resist that little pun!), blissfully sipping it till her heart’s content as she marvels at its ben-

efits in terms of weight loss. Oprah too is a firm believer in it so if it is good enough for two of the world’s biggest showbiz celebs, we are pretty sure it is more than just a little bit good! The good news? Yo Chi is available in Ireland, exclusive to Therapie Clinic. Clinics have reported waiting list around the country as Therapie have been struggling to meet the demand for tea both in store and online with many customers eager to aid new year weight loss using a more holistic approach. Commenting on its arrival at Therapie Clinic, Manager Sarah Cagney said: “The response to Yo Chi Tea so far has been fantastic, it’s flying off the shelves! The great thing about Yo Chi Tea is it’s 100% natural, and has been proven to be effective in

aiding weight loss and detox in a easy, safe way” The blend contains Lotus Leaf, Oolong green tea and number of other ancient Chinese herbs, all of which have been specially selected because of their proven natural ability to purify and cleanse the body, and to essentially act as a nuisance in stopping the body from storing up food as excess weight, and burn excess fat which is stored in the body! Drinking Yo Chi weight loss tea can help to increase weight loss by up to 50%! Yo Chi Tea is exclusively available from Therapie Clinic nationwide, including Barronstrand Street in Waterford. Simply call them direct on 051 870 910 to order or ﬁnd out more on www.yochitea.com.

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Tribute group salutes the Kilkennys

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Young boys to men of music Mayor Andrew McGuinness and local broadcaster, Johnny Barry with The Kilkennys Pics: Martin Doheny

Adrian Cashin and son, Davey

Linda Power, Robbie, Bobby and Marian Campion

Jimmy Long, Johnny Barry and Bobby Campion

Deputy John McGuinness with the Kilkennys

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4 MARCH 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Farmers want insurance on sheep

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4 MARCH 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Lifestyle & Entertainment

4 MARCH 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Puzzles

CROSSWORDS You may feel your world will soon be bathed in sunlight. You could experience a high - especially through to Wednesday: though after that a little disquiet is likely. You might feel comfortable about risk taking early in the week, but, by Friday wish to put the brakes on. You could be quite taken by surprise by developments early this week - and in a good way. This could be related to home improvement or to plans for a trip that is unexpected. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely to be Thursday before you stabilise to the extent of being able to analyse what all this really means. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s little doubt that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re being challenged to embrace new worlds. Early this week others could be singling you out as being particularly special and gifted. Gemini value is increasing, but however quickly you think you are reacting, major developments mid-month could yet be challenging. Those of your sign are prone to worry - or at least show obvious concern - even when things are going well. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probable that you - and a close colleague will be in the spotlight and that your contribution to a success story will be remarked on. You might need extra emotional support over the weekend. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possibility of experiencing a real â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;highâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; midweek. This wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily be followed by a low but it might be as well to be prepared to deal with the fall-out from intense activity and excitement. Those involved in the field of education could experience this most acutely. A series of what traditional textbooks would term positive aspects promises much for the early part of this week. Breakthroughs are likely as are curious and positive alliances. You could benefit: both at the financial level and through engagement with consultant or experts â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;passing throughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

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Movie Review

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at a group of elderly men and women looking for solace at the ends of the Earth. While the sequel isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t bad, it did prove two things. First, it lived up to its name as Second Best. And two, some movies, despite their allure, do not require sequels. When we pick up with the old folks of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, they are earning their keep with various jobs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even though they came to India to live the rest of their lives enjoying the fruits of retirement. Douglas is giving tours of historic sites, Madge (Celia Imrie) and Norman (Ronald Pickup) work at a private club, Carol (Diana Hardcastle) allegedly works at a travel agency, Evelyn gets promoted at the company for which she hunts for fabrics, and Muriel manages the hotel with Sonny (Life of Piâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dev Patel). Though parts of the hotel

are still under development, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fully booked, and Sonny is looking to expand. In the beginning of the ďŹ lm, we see him and Muriel traveling to the States to seek ďŹ nancial backing from a retirement company called Evergreen. Before they make a decision, however, the potential ďŹ nanciers want to send one of their â&#x20AC;&#x153;guysâ&#x20AC;? to investigate the hotel to evaluate the quality of their investment. Shortly after this meeting, Richard Gere comes into the picture. Although he arrives at the hotel claiming to be a ďŹ rsttime author looking for peace and tranquility to write his book, Sonny convinces himself that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the â&#x20AC;&#x153;guyâ&#x20AC;? who has come to inspect the establishment. As such, he disregards all of his other responsibilities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including planning his wedding and the other guests â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to ensure this man has a pleasant stay. Speaking of weddings, Sonny

has his own troubles outside of work to worry about. As he attempts to expand his hotel, he feels emasculated by his frenemy Kushal. Not only does Sonny think heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s moving in on his future wife, but he discovers that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s encroaching on his business venture by purchasing a prospective

expansion location out from under him. Yes, there are a lot of side stories, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re easy to follow. The funny thing is that fact works against the ďŹ lm. Think of it as a more enjoyable and better acted soap opera. Evelyn and Douglas take most of our attention, as

)RFXV (QWHUWDLQLQJ EXW RQO\ )DLU A few adjustments could have made the ďŹ lm a signiďŹ cant degree better. But for what it is, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entertaining. Con artist movies are a lot like magicians. The audience watching them is fully aware that some kind of trick is being played, and is actively trying to ďŹ gure it out. It is their responsibility to present something new and exciting while also hiding the keys to the trick the whole time. Naturally, the chief pitfalls are predictability and conventionality, but if expectations can be subverted, then all thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s left is awe. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by these standards that Glenn Ficarra and John Requaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Focus ultimately succeeds, despite a few moments where it shows the cards that hide up the movieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;sleeve.â&#x20AC;? The story follows a veteran conďŹ dence trickster named Nicky Spurgeon (Will Smith), and his on-again/off-again dalliance with a beautiful, talented up-and-comer in the crime game named Jess Barrett (Margot Robbie). The movie is not only smart enough to defy convention, it even repeatedly identiďŹ es the most common tropes of the genre and cleverly either plays around or bulldozes right through them. This isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the movie where criminals

they are clearly in love with one another but, for various reasons, are ďŹ nding it difficult to express this to each other. But, again, the ďŹ lm attempts to give each side story their dues, which is difficult given how many there are and the allotted time they have to tell them. Although the script has a lot of humor, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obvious. The characters themselves are adorably cheery, but too many jokes poke fun at the fact that these people are over the hill. When Sonny is pitching the hotel expansion to Evergreen, he stresses the importance of taking roll call in the morning (â&#x20AC;&#x153;to ensure that no one has died in the nightâ&#x20AC;?). The ďŹ rst few variations on this were cute, but the remaining ďŹ ve were expected and lazy. The trajectory of the story followed the same unfortunate course. While the premise of the sequel slightly interesting, it unfolded in an obvious way. If you could even consider this movie as having twists, you could spot them coming right from the start. In the end, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cute story. The franchiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elderly audience will no doubt appreciate the ďŹ lmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lightheartedness and themes of ďŹ nding new vitality towards the end of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. However, the last thing I want to do is visit the Third Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, if that expansion ever happens.

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)DVW )XULRXV 7LFNHWV QRZ RQ VDOH are looking for one last big score before sailing into the sunset â&#x20AC;&#x201C; instead this is the movie where Will Smith openly identiďŹ es why thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mistake, and explains the beneďŹ ts of playing the small game. Unfortunately, inconsistency holds the ďŹ lm back, and while Focus expertly dances around certain clichĂŠs, it also steps directly into a few others. Helping to carry Focus through its rough patches are Will Smith and Margot Robbie, who not only deliver splendid individual performances, but also have a wonderful chemistry together that provides the movie with dynamism. Though heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s had it a bit rough on screen these past few years, Smith is as charming as heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever been. He never really lets go of his nice guy persona, but that only reinforces his believability as a skilled conďŹ dence

trickster. Playing off his energy as Jess, Robbie is both incredibly smart and funny, but is so good at putting Nicky off his game that she maintains a wonderful mysterious femme fatale edge. When paired together, they have fantastic repartee and rapport, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun to watch their relationship evolve over the course of the story. While Smith and Robbie are left to shoulder most of the ďŹ lmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drama, Focus becomes a perfect venue for character actors to shine in supporting roles, and there are more than a few incredibly entertaining examples. There is certainly a degree of wasted potential in Focus. A few adjustments could have made the ďŹ lm a signiďŹ cant degree better. But for what it is, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entertaining. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not as smart as you want it to be, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot smarter than the worst examples of the genre.

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BAR OF THE WEEK The Dylan Whisky Bar, 5 John Street, Kilkenny The Dylan is an old Victorian style bar that specialises in fine whiskies. Their Whisky Library now contains nearly 200 of the world’s finest whiskies, 40 premium gins and is continually growing. With comfortable leather seating, private snugs, an open turf fire and walls adorned with whisky mirrors, old advertising and Bob Dylan memorabilia; this bar provides a warm cosy atmosphere in which to chat with friends while enjoying your dram. If whisky’s not your thing, they also have a great selection of beers, wines, cocktails and other choice spirits. Drop in for the Whisky Tasting Mat and taste three 15ml pours of Irish Whiskey for €20. Tel: 056 7722689 or visit: www.thedylanwhiskybar.com

CAR DEALER OF THE WEEK Lahart Garages, Waterford Road, Kilkenny Buying a new or used VW or Skoda from Lahart Garages means you get more than just the car. At Lahart Garages, they guarantee a high quality, efficient and friendly service. All services are carried out to the manufacturer’s speciﬁcations by their qualiﬁed technicians with latest online diagnostic technology. They offer a local collection and delivery service with a replacement vehicle if required at very competitive rates. They will also provide our customers with a courtesy drop off to their desired destination within the local area. Tel: 056 7722195 or visit their website: www.laharts.ie for more information.

SALON OF THE WEEK Kieran O’Gorman, Hair, Beauty & Day Spa, The Butterskip, Kilkenny Step through the door of Kieran O’Gorman Hair, Beauty & Day Spa in Kilkenny city and enter an ultra-modern yet welcoming haven where every hair and beauty treatment you could wish for awaits you. They offer a ‘one stop shop’ for head-to-toe pampering. Enjoy a vast range of both holistic and Thalgo treatments in the Day Spa before proceeding to have your hair styled by one of their talented stylists as one of their nail technicians gives you a manicure. Then, why not have your make-up applied before stepping out to face the world, renewed and refreshed. Tel: 056 776 4844 or visit their website: www.kieranogorman.ie for more information.

EVENT OF THE WEEK Foil, Arms and Hog, Cleeres Bar & Theatre, 28 Parliament Street, Kilkenny, March 6&7 Foil, Arms and Hog are Ireland’s top comedy sketch group. Called ‘Pure Brilliant’ by Tommy Tiernan, the group have recently starred alongside Jason Byrne and John Bishop in Tv3’s Snaptastic, have over 4 million hits on YouTube and have sold out the Edinburgh comedy festival six years running. In 2014 they embarked on a World Tour taking in Chicago, San Francisco, LA and Adelaide and culminating in a sell out show at Dublin’s Vicar Street. Their act is a unique blend of sketch comedy and stand-up with wickedly twisted characters, unpredictable scenes and high energy performances. For more information visit: www.cleeres.com

BOOK OF THE WEEK Foster, by Claire Keegan (approx €11.95) A small girl is sent to live with foster parents on a farm in rural Ireland, without knowing when she will return home. In the strangers’ house, she ﬁnds a warmth and affection she has not known before and slowly begins to blossom in their care. And then a secret is revealed and suddenly, she realizes how fragile her idyll is. Winner of the Davy Byrnes Memorial Prize, Foster is now published in a revised and expanded version. Beautiful, sad and eerie, it is a story of astonishing emotional depth, showcasing Claire Keegan’s great accomplishment and talent.

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Top Ten The Maze Runner (approx €14.99) When Thomas (Dylan O’Brien) awakes in a service elevator with an intrigued group of boys staring at him he thinks he’s in the middle of a bad dream. As the other boys reveal to him that he has become the latest addition to the Runners and trapped with them in a maze with no way out, he tries to understand why he has been put there and also become the one who ﬁnds a way out. As Gally (Will Poulter) tells Thomas that he and some of the others have been there for two years, Thomas starts to lose faith until, that is, a girl shows up and things begin to change.

ALBUM OF THE WEEK Shadows in the Night (approx €12.99) It’s about time Bob Dylan sings the standards. As an aging rock legend, he’s entitled to one holiday record and a crack or two at the Great American Songbook; with 2009’s Christmas From the Heart, a surprising continuation of his late-career hot streak, he checked the former box. On Shadows in the Night, the follow-up to 2012’s excellent Tempest, the master songwriter plays interpreter, tackling 10 sentimental ballads recorded by Frank Sinatra in the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s. Producing under his Jack Frost pseudonym, Dylan ditches the orchestral fanfare for a more lonesome-cowboy style, with little more than acoustic bass, pedal steel, guitar and brushed percussion.

CONSOLE GAME OF THE WEEK Forza Horizon 2 (XBox 260) (approx €34.99) TForza Horizon 2 bursts out of the screen with buckets of arrogance. Opening with an ASMR-inducing cutscene that puts your back up, it presents you with a lead character that’ll make you grind your teeth out. It then continues to show off for the next hour or so, with its stunning visuals, vast array of cars and its constant reminders of its ‘Drivatar’s. For all of Horizon 2’s arrogance, it’s backed up with an impressive game and what seemed like needless swagger soon turns into endearing charm. The game delivers a looser, faster style than its Forza Motorsports counterparts, and it’s a bucket of fun.

APP OF THE WEEK Do Button, Do Camera, Do Note - Multi Platform (Free) Producing an ambient smooth flow at your fingertips to The “If This Then That” team has been trying to set your life to autopilot for years now with a collection of digital recipes that entwine a bunch of services together into one super efficient workflow. Now the team is bringing that same thinking to three different apps: Do Camera, Do Note, and Do Button. The first two are pretty self-explanatory. Set up these apps and they’ll send photos straight to Facebook or notes to Evernote or tweet them out too. Do Button just gives a buttonpress simplicity to a lot of products - like smart thermostats or Philips Hue lights. Check ‘em out, and make your life easier.

GADGET OF THE WEEK Zepp Multi-Sport Sensor (approx €149.95) The Zepp Multi-Sport sensor is a sports tracker that aims to improve your swing in anything from golf to tennis and even baseball, and it syncs with your phone to break down how well you’re batting. The Zepp Multi-Sport sensor won’t be able to bat for you, but it’ll deﬁnitely improve your game in the number of sports it supports, and it’s a lot cheaper than shelling out for countless golf lessons. If you’re looking to up your game and hone your edge, the Zepp sensor is well worth a look. For more information visit: www.zepp.com

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Business with Michael Wolsey

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.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO Mullinavat Community Group Ltd wish to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Planning Permission for a material change of use of an area already constructed as part of the new Mullinavat Community Hall. The application is for the change of use of an area designated for multipurpose use to be used for the relocation of Mullinavat Community Pre-School playgroup childcare services from Madonna House Main Street Mullinavat to the New Mullinavat Community Hall which is located in the townslands of Ballykncokbeg and Mullinavat, Mullinavat Co.Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I Damien Kavanagh intend to apply for planning permission to erect a slatted shed & all associated site work, at Byrnesgrove, Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9.00 a.m. 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application.

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I Stephen Ryan am applying for permission for the erection of an extension & alterations to existing garage to include raising the roof over the existing garage to create a loft storage area and erection of an extension to the rear of the existing garage for the storage of vintage cars and all associated site works at Greatoak, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

Permission sought for Family Flat extension, upgrade of treatment system and revision to boundary with ancillary associated works at Ahanure South, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. Retention also sought for changes to the original permitted residence (P99-1155) and Retention sought for a 40sqm side extension.The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Applicant: Darren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I Eamon Byrne am applying for permission for the change of use of existing agricultural sheds to agricultural store to include the storage of agricultural machinery, organic and inorganic fertilisers such as granular artificial fertiliser, biosolids, farmyard manures and soil conditioners and all associated site works at Grange Upper, Gowran, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of PJ Doheny full planning permission to construct a 2 storey extension and all associated works to the rear of No. 10 Collins Park, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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Sport The maestro: Seamie Cleere captained Kilkenny to AllIreland victory in 1963

A bit of history: Tommy Walsh gets the better of Galway’s Iarla Tannian as he plays his ﬁnal senior game for Kilkenny in O’Connor Park, Tullamore, on June 28, 2014

‘Tommy Walsh is No. 1’ says our hurling legend JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@ GMAIL.COM

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Thanks for the super years,

Fantastic support for a hurling hero Pics: Donal Foley

The Kenny family and Kilkenny kit manager, Rackard Cody It’s a family affair

Tommy in the hot seat: This is Your Life

A show of admiration: A packed house in Langton’s

Tommy with Dick Walsh, chairman Tullaroan GAA Club

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Thanks for the super years,

Rhonda Grace, Tadgh and Sandra O’Donoghue

Joanne Lawlor and Breda English

Martina and Catherine Maher

Official tribute: Ned Quinn pays a GAA County Board tribute Pics: Donal Foley

F Form Former ormer team team mates show their respect

Former Kilkenny Kil K ilk kenny h urler ler a nd d hurler and Ireland l d rugby b star, Ned d Byrne, right, i h with i h Seamus Neary

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Thanks for the super years,

This is Your Life: The Walsh family with show host, former Offaly hurler, Michael Duignan

Cillian Buckley and Niamh Dowling

Pics: Donal foley

Elizabeth, Liam and Elaine Clohosey

Geraldine Dunphy and Helen Devane

Evan Evan O’Shea, Ev O’S O ’S She hea, Padraic hea Pad adra dra raiic ic Walsh Wallsh h and and d Margaret M O’Shea

Mairead Lawlor and Eithne Coogan

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*ROI 1RWHV Mountain View Golf Notes – March 2nd CAPTAINS DRIVE The Captains Drive was cancelled on Sunday due to the bad weather. We would like to thank everyone who turned up on Sunday. It has now been arranged for Sunday March 29th. Next week we will have our ﬁrst Monthly Medal SOCIETY & GROUP BOOKING The golf club is now taking bookings for groups and societies for 2015. We have several tailored made options to suit all golﬁng needs. Please contact the clubhouse for further information. SUMMIT BAR & RESTAURANT We have now put in place new packages for 2015 for all special events. We can cater for all occasions with our aim to have a wide range of packages available to suit to create an event that’s individual to you. We can create that special occasion in an intimate venue. MEMBERSHIP Club Membership is now available. There are installment methods available so contact the clubhouse for details at 056 7768122 DIARY Tuesday March 3rd MV Seniors Singles Competition

Wednesday March 4th MV Ladies Singles Competition Sunday March 8th Monthly Medal Results for the week ending 1-Mar15 Sunday 22nd Feb overall winner Tommy Minogue 43pts Cat 1. Alan Seery 41pts, Cat 2. Jim Wellwood 38pts, Cat 3. Tony Dooley 38pts. Wed 26th Feb Open singles 9 hole 1. Michael Hickey 21pts 2. Michael Mulally 19pts. The Main event on our calendar this week was our Captains drive in on Sat 28th Feb, The weather was kind to the crowd who gathered to wish our officers well on this ceremonial occasion launching their traditional term of office. Our Captains drive in is always well supported but this occasion was especially well attended. Pat and Mary were delighted to see and meet so many well wishers and the warm friendly atmosphere helped soothe the ﬁrst tee nerves for our captains. While Pat Mulrooney and Mary Manning are taking up the mantel of captaincy they were joined by Mossie Skehan and Joe Staunton our in coming Presidents, and also by Dylan Dunphy and Jade Butler our Junior Captains. all our new officers

hit great drives but special mention must be given to our in coming President Mossie who hit a “ savage long drive “ to quote the man himself, all banter aside the occasion was great and Pat, Mary, Mossie, Joe, Dylan and Jade would like to thank all who attended and made it a wonderful day. The Scramble that followed was great fun but well contested results 1st Pat Cunningham, Ger Murphy, Rita O’Neill, Livy Mulvin,35.6, 2nd Liam Brennan, Philip Parsons, Breada Ryan, Margaret O’Shea, 35.7, 3rd Jimmy Dunne, John Bowen, Helena McCormack, Noleen Quinlan 36.4. Callan golf club lotto, last weeks draw saw local man Kevin Barry scoop the jackpot of €2050.00 his winning numbers were 10,12,16. John Kirwan was the promoter and next weeks jackpot is €750.00 it could be you. Next weeks ﬁxtures sees the start of this years O’Dwyers Golf Store open singles commencing on Wed 4th Mar. Thursday Senior Ladies 10 am to mid day followed by Ladies 12 hole comp from 12.30pm to 2.30pm Sunday 8th Mar South East junior alliance Captains prize. Mon 9th RGA tee 11am to 1pm. Tue 10th Ladies Day.

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Sport David Grincell, right who was fouled for a penalty scored by his Newpark team mate, Ben Ryan, left.

Snow blizzard fails to halt a Traynor gallop JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Reporter Soccer Fixtures Saturday, March 7

Thomastown â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Lions â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 11am; Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 11am

Youths League (2.30pm)

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Thomastown v Callan; Evergreen v Freebooters

Sunday, March 8

Freshford Town â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Fort Rangers, 11am; Tullaroan v Stoneyford United, 10am

Division 2

Leinster Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s League Final

St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s v Deen Celtic, 11am; Lions â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Ormondevilla, 2pm; Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2pm

Leinster Senior League v Kilkenny League, Navan, 2pm

Division 3

St Canicesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Credit Union Premier Division Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Spa, 2pm; Bridge â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 11am;

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Kilkenny hurler TJ Reid pictured with his grandaunt, Maureen Brannigan, Drakelands at the Spring Bazaar in Thomastown in aid of the refurbishment of the 150-year-old church organ. Kilkenny hurlers John Jo Farrell and TJ were there in support.

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will pose tougher questions Scrapping for possession

Jack Keoghan fights his corner

Follow the leader, says Joe Connolly

Richie Leahy shows the way

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