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Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY JUNE 3 2015

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News Mahogany sideboard fetched â&#x201A;¬3,000

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Local scholar to be honoured A NOTED scholar is to be honoured in his native Kilkenny by friends from across the world at the end of June, just over six months after his unexpected death. City-born archaeologist, historian and lecturer John Bradley had a huge international network of colleagues and friends, particularly in America, where he was a regular visitor and an important founding force in the American Society for Irish Medieval Studies. Now some of these are coming together to organise an afternoon of remembrance in the city he loved, beginning with refreshments and a short presentation on aspects of his life and work at Butler House. The programme, 3.30 pm on Sunday, June 28, will include a contribution by one of John’s closest American friends, Professor Tom Herron of East Carolina University. Other friends and colleagues will talk informally about his work in the national heritage service, and as a lecturer at UCD and Maynooth. /2&$/ &$86(6 A special place will be reserved for relatives, friends and neighbours who have memories of John as a young man growing up in the city, and for those who knew him as a chess player, companion, and supporter of local causes. The event, being organised by the Ireland in

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The late John Bradley Place Project with the support of Maynooth University’s Kilkenny Campus, will be free. “We hope it will celebrate properly the origins and achievements of this notable scholar, who was so proud of his Kilkenny roots, and who did so much for historical research in the city and county,’ says Denis Bergin, who is also involved in planning the event. “We may even get to stroll around the part of the city that was John’s happy hunting ground as a youth, and have a social gathering as he would have wanted and delighted in.”

THE ‘BRIDGE hold their field day on June 14, 2pm to 5pm in the local GAA field. It will be a fun afternoon with lots of family attractions. A dog show will welcome canines of all shapes. The field day will include a big wheel with lots of prizes. There will be home baking for sale, a fire engine display, novelty games for all ages, games to test sporting ability and strength, children’s athletics, face painting, hurling and camogie blitzes, live music, and ‘made in Bennettsbridge’ display. You can enjoy a barbecue lunch followed by tea and cakes. A big attraction will be the AllIreland winning Traction Engine

made by the South East Chapter of the Irish Wood Turners that includes local craftsmen. A local river walk and lunch on a lovely day was really enjoyable. The route was the O’Gorman Loop Walk. 5$,6( )81'6 These events are to raise funds for the repayment of the hall loan following refurbishment. The field day is to raise funds for the GAA who are developing their facilities. GAA members have been busy cutting timber for a firewood sale. Raffle prizes include B&B for two in The Academy Plaza Hotel, Dublin, firewood, PJ Ryan Woodturner Handcrafted

Ash Bowl, Nicholas Mosse Pottery Bowl. Other prizes include Moth to a Flame Candle Table Centre Piece, a Juliana Collection Equestrian themed clock, Galway Crystal Glass Vase and Jameson Whiskey. Field day organisers hope the local community will support the big day as they always do by donating bric-a-brac, books, toys, prizes for the big wheel, baking for the day or sponsoring an event. Collections point is the hall, June 5, 2.15pm to 3.15pm; June 6, 6.45pm to 8pm; June 12, 2.15pm to 3.15pm, June 13, 6.45pm to 8pm and June 14 from 9am in the GAA field.

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Family life The Parent Files By Heather Campbell

Can you hear me now? SINCE when did my voice morph into the verbal equivalent of prozac? It only seems a minute ago that my adoring son hung lovingly on my every word, but now... huh... even the simplest request (“Please put on your shoes” or “Wipe your nose”), has become an exercise in mind numbing repetition. Mum’s words of wisdom and interesting ‘facts’ are brushed away with a finger-wagging rebuke, “No Mummy, I don’t need to eat my carrots because I don’t want to see in the dark.” The only font of knowledge acceptable to my four-year-old, is his teacher, from whose mouth falls the indisputable truth. Oh, to have such power, it must be like leading a cult. I can’t remember struggling to communicate before I became a parent, but it now happens all the time. I’m beginning to feel like a visitor in a foreign land - run by under-fives. I hear my son yelling to me (at me?) - even when I’m only a room away - about his missing magnifying glass or his lost toy. I’d give a really good answer to a really simple question (“Can I have more sweets?” “No.”) only to hear the same question repeated like a mantra for the next ten minutes. (“Can I have more sweets?” “No.” “Can I have more sweets?” “No.” “Can I have...”). No matter how politely I ask or how harshly I speak, I sometimes feel like I am speaking to a lego brick wall. I am sick of the sound of my own voice. Einstein was on to something when he defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Asking a four-year-old to say please, eat his vegetables, walk instead of run, listen, stop throwing things, or share and then expecting compliance is a surefire path to loonyville. I ask other parents if they experience the same thing. I’m not alone. My sense of solidarity grows with every conversation with an exhausted mother or exasperated father. Some have given up and resigned themselves to years of mindless repetition. Many are irritated. We complain about trying to get our kids to calm down, sit still, be patient, answer a question. We bemoan refusals to wear coats, eat breakfast and remove fingers from noses. We cannot understand why our hard-earned wisdom and sage advice is ignored. As the mother of a small child, I’m horrified to learn that this will only get worse. My little man will grow into the big man who doesn’t put down the toilet seat. I know it, but I will love him anyway.

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HILE many kids are lucky enough to become the best of friends with their siblings, it’s common for brothers and sisters to fight. Every relationship has conflict – it’s normal and inevitable to disagree. However, the determining factor in the quality of the relationship is how the fights get resolved. First, know that there are basically four types of sibling conflict and that each is driven by an underlying feeling. Here are the reasons kids fight, and what the child’s underlying feelings are… BOREDOM What better way for your child to have some fun when he’s bored than to bug someone he knows is going to give him a great reaction? Unhelpful parent strategy: Ignoring the fight and punishing your child. Helpful parent strategy: Give your child a new, interesting activity that is work, fun or something to do with you or someone else. Casually separating the children also helps, but don’t make it an enforced time-out. PARENTAL ATTENTION Your child is feeling left out, unloved, or un-noticed, and is silently screaming, “Notice me, whether negatively or positively, just notice me!” Unhelpful parent strategy: Giving negative attention in the form of a punishment, time-out, or time spent playing judge and jury. Helpful parent strategy: Avoid punishments. Ignore the fighting, but give more individual time and attention later when the fighting has subsided. Schedule a date night or time alone with just that child. Acknowledge pleasant sibling interactions when they occur. ISSUES Your child is angry because he perceives that he’s being victimised, or has feelings of frustration or injustice. Unhelpful parent strategy: Playing judge by directing who the perpetrator and victim was, and how restitution should be made, according to how you see things. Taking away fought over toys or privileges. Punishing both children

regardless of the issue. Helpful parent strategy: Avoid punishments. Accept and acknowledge each child’s feelings and point of view and try to help them express it to the other child. Help them come to solutions that both agree on (help them generate the ideas rather than doing it for them). ACCUMULATED RESENTMENT This type of fighting usually occurs when the other three types of fights are resolved by unhelpful parenting strategies. Your child may be feeling accumulated hatred and resentments towards his sibling, and may also be feeling jealousy, unworthiness, unloved, victimised, unvalued, or discarded Unhelpful parenting strategies: Group punishments, taking away toys or privileges, comparisons, and labeling. Being a judge without hearing or seeing the whole story. Helpful parent strategies: Notice generous, loving, caring, behaviour and point it out to the children in specific language. Avoid labels and comparisons. Love each child best. Encourage accomplishments and efforts of each child. Accept and acknowledge all feelings of each child, even if you don’t agree with them. Give a lot of individual attention and time to each child.

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OPEN STREET FIESTA Sunday June 14th & 21st from 2 - 4pm

WALK, BIKE, EXPLORE There will be lots activities along High Street for young and old.

BLING YOUR BIKE FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

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BALANCE BIKE CHALLENGE FOR 2 – 7 YEAR OLDS provided by local bands and musicians

FREE CHILDREN’S and Bouncy ENTERTAINMENT Castle LOCAL SPORTS CLUBS TASTER SESSIONS

MOUNTAIN BIKING DEMONSTRATION

STREET BASKETBALL AND SAMBA ROAM SOCCER FREE

BASIC BIKE MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP

HAND CYCLING DISPLAY DANCE TROUPES

Ciclovia Kilkenny encourages families and communities to enjoy the streets and our public spaces. Ciclovia creates a temporary park for free, simply by removing cars from city streets thus creating an atmosphere of health and wellness. It creates a network of connections between our neighbourhoods and businesses and parks with corridors filled with fun. www.krsp.ie The Councils of the County & City of Kilkenny

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EWT Quality Control Team: Tomas Rumsas and Ingrid Kelly

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Smarter Ways to Bank with Bank of Ireland

It’s probably no surprise to learn that the way in which we do business online has changed enormously over the last decade. From advanced online services to smartphones, we’re all becoming used to an ‘always on’ world. The banking world is no exception. More and more Bank of Ireland customers, both in their personal lives and in their businesses, are taking to online and mobile banking. However, we are committed to helping all of our customers with their banking needs. While investing in advanced online banking services, we remain dedicated to our branch network. We believe that, as well as valuing online services, our customers also like to be able to come in and talk to us about their banking needs.

Top tips for smarter banking Here are our top tips to help our personal and business customers bank smarter: 1. Set up online, mobile or tablet banking Not only do our digital channels offer the ultimate in flexible banking with 24 hour access to your account but online transactions cost just 10c per transaction. • Call 1890 365 500 to get set up. Business and Agri customers can also avail of our online services using 365 online and Business On Line. • Don’t forget to download the Bank of Ireland Mobile Banking App from the Apple App store or from Google play for android.

100 digital customer advisors We recently recruited 100 new digital customer advisors to work in our branch network - and with local community groups - to help our customers make the most of digital banking services as well as day-to-day branch services. We have led the market in Ireland with the introduction of Visa Debit, contactless payments, and mobile banking services including payments to mobile and Business On Line. There are significant benefits to making and accepting payments using digital channels – they are much better value than writing cheques or making lodgements in branch so you save time and money.

2. Use your Visa Debit Card At just 10c per transaction, using a Visa Debit card to make payments in-store, over the phone and online is better value than paying by cash or cheque. Plus personal customers pay just 1c for contactless payments and there are now over 6,000 contactless payment terminals in retailers nationwide.

4. Cut down on cheques At €1.30, the cost of writing a cheque is expensive so consider the alternatives.

Making banking easier Since 2006, there has been a 26% decrease in cheques, paper and ATM transactions in the market and a 60% increase in electronic credit, debit and card transactions. Irish consumers made over 28 million online and mobile banking payments in the first six months of 2014, that’s about 1.1 million payments per week. Deirdre Shine, Area Manager South East, Bank of Ireland, said: “In a great many sectors of the economy, the traditional ways of doing business are evolving very rapidly, and we are part of that evolution. We’ve invested significantly in the technology behind our online, phone and mobile platforms – making banking easier, faster, accessible in more ways, and more convenient than ever for all of our customers. Alongside this, we remain as committed to our branch network as ever, offering our customers as many ways to access our services as possible and not losing sight of the importance of direct contact with local communities.”

3. Accept card payments from customers Card payments are quick and easy to process and whether you’re a sole trader, SME or operate ‘on the go’; there is a card payment solution available to suit your needs.

Terms and conditions apply to Digital Banking services and Business On Line. Bank of Ireland is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

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Changing rooms Planning on giving your home a fresh new look? Take a look at these interior design trends and accessories for some inspirational ideas. 1

Mixing together pieces of modern classic furniture, original artwork and tactile textiles ensures a living area with a highly personal but welcoming feel.

1. Set of 4 wooden drawers finished with jute string and hearts. Price: €12.95, from Home Focus at Hickeys, Kilkenny Retail Park 2. Venice Cuddle Chair. From Modern Living, Green St, Kilkenny 3. Bailey leather sofa, from Meubles Furniture, Kilkenny Retail Park 4. Solas Dune Small Lantern. Price: €25.95, from Carraig Donn, Macdonagh Junction, Kilkenny 5. Paul Costelloe Living Lady Vase. Price: €20-30, from Dunnes Stores

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Property KILLEEN, KILMANAGH, CO KILKENNY

Price: €295,000

A beautiful farmhouse from the 1800’s lovingly restored and extended in 2007 to exacting standards retaining much of the original house features and integrating old and new. This splendid property is located just 19km from Kilkenny City and 4km from Kilmanagh. In a quiet cul de sac, at the end of a country lane, surrounded by farmland and enjoying stunning views of Callan, Ballingarry and best of all Sliabh na mban, this a unique and charming property. Extending to C 2120 Sq Ft the property was virtually re-built and extended in 2007. 107296873 • PSRA: 001710

THE BROGUEMAKER, CASTLECOMER ROAD

Price: €695,000

14 Bed Hotel, Lounge, Bar, Restaurant . Situated within 1km of City Centre, Spacious purpose built Hotel & Restaurant Bar & Lounge with over 60 customer parking spaces. The property is adjacent to the Newpark Hotel and Leisure Centre, close to Kilkenny College. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an established family run business in an excellent location will enormous potential 800332033 • PSRA: 001710

BURNCHURCH HOUSE, BENNETTSBRIDGE, CO KILKENNY

Price: €595,000

THE GLADE, CASTLECOMER ROAD, KILKENNY

A truly superb 5 bedroomed detached Executive Residence, Situated in an exclusive residential area close to Kilkenny Golf Club, Kilkenny College, New Park Hotel & Leisure Centre & Kilkenny City Centre. A totally modernised and extended residence situated on its own mature landscaped site in an exclusive part of town. The Glade was substantially built on the site of a former home and features all the trappings of an Executive residence. Electric gates, cobble lock driveway, zoned Gas fired heating system, all bedrooms En-suite, and stunning gardens. 5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, 2 Reception Rooms. 103850327 • PSRA: 001710

Price: €395,000

JERPOINT INN, THOMASTOWN, CO KILKENNY

The Jerpoint Inn is an established residential 7 day licensed premises situated at Market Street in the centre of the Market Town of Thomastown. The property enjoys C. 6m frontage to Market Street and the facade hides the fact that there is a substantial Licensed premises behind. Thomastown is a thriving Market Town situated just a 15 minute drive from Kilkenny City, 10 minutes from the picturesque village of Inistioge, 20 minutes from Waterford City and 5 minutes from the prestigious Mount Juliet Hotel & Championship Golf Case. The Jerpoint Inn is an established and reputable business in the heart of a thriving community. 800377459 • PSRA: 001710

Price: €750,000

• Excellent 4 star hotel located in the heart of Kilkenny City • Features 46 bedrooms in total (40 standard bedrooms, 3 deluxe bedrooms, 3 penthouse rooms) • Extensive food and beverage facilities including The Hibernian Bar & Grill and Morrison’s Late Bar • Includes meeting room facility • Situated approximately 220 metres from Kilkenny Castle • View by appointment with sole selling agent • Price on Application • For Sale By Private Treaty • BER No. 800388324

Undoubtedly, one of Kilkenny’s best kept secrets, Burnchurch House is a wonderful Georgian residence built in 1815, which sits on some 16 Ha (40 acres) of limestone land which surround this striking property. Two delightful interconnecting courtyards with stalls, stables, coach houses and a charming walled garden lead off this magnificent house. It is an important house with its original features in place including original floor boards, sash windows, shutters, coving, picture rails, high ceilings, marble fireplaces, wonderful light filled reception rooms and a full sized basement. A superb feature of the house is the roofed veranda which leads off the drawing room and south to enjoy the beautiful front garden, trees and light. A detached three-bay three story Board of First Fruits glebe house. A well appointed house built as the glebe house to Burnchurch Church for Reverend Richard Butler. Many of the specimen trees still standing at Burnchurch Glebe House were possibly planted by Reverend Richard Butler and the fine group of Scots pines that surround the small lake forming a picturesque view from the front door. The American Walnut tree on the south lawn is now the tallest in Ireland measured by the Tree Council. PSRA: 001710 • BER EXEMPT

Contact: Kirsty Rothwell / Niamh Walsh / Megan Burke 01 639 9300 PSRA No. 002222

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Property 79 ARDILEA, CASTLECOMER ROAD, KILKENNY

Price: €230,000

30 BURRELLS WALK, CALLAN ROAD, KILKENNY

Price: €195,000

71 AYLESBURY ROAD, FRESHFORD ROAD

Price: €180,000

81 ROBERTSHILL, CIRCULAR ROAD, KILKENNY

Price: €138,000

Built in 2007 as part of the College Park Development No 30 is an end of terrace stone clad two storey residence overlooking a green area to the front. The property is in very good condition throughout and is currently rented. This is a bright, spacious modern house due close to the city. The property is currently rented to an excellent tenant who had indicated that she would continue renting should an investor acquire the property. Current rental value would be in the region of €800 per month. The overall floor area comprises C. 1125 sq ft over two floors.

Two Bed Bungalow was originally designed as a 3 Bedroomed Bungalow however the third bedroom has been incorporated into the Kitchen providing additional living space. The property is ideal for the owner occupier or investor. Close to all amenities of the City Centre.

A spacious Mid Terraced Three storey Townhouse in an established residential Area. 3 Double Bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower Room. Good Investment property or ideal for first time buyer’s.

105448203 • PSRA: 1710

101213619 • PSRA: 001710

102610375 • PSRA: 1710

107441149 • PSRA: 1710

10 WHITEWOOD, Price: €155,000 JOHNSWELL ROAD, KILKENNY

19 ARCHERSFIELD KILMOGANNY, CO KILKENNY

24 ROSEWOOD, Price: €149,000 JOHNSWELL ROAD, KILKENNY

11 FREREN COURT, KILKENNY

Situated in a cul de sac within the Ardilea Development No: 79 is a spacious 3 Bedroomed Townhouse in a quiet cul de sac with southerly facing rear garden. Ardilea is a private gated community consisting of 5,4 & 3 Bedroomed homes and 2 Bedroomed Apartments. The property is being offered for sale by its investment owner. Included: All Carpets, Curtains, Blinds, Kitchen electrical items It has been let to the same excellent tenants however vacant possession can be agreed. Alternatively the tenants have indicated an interest in entering a new lease.

Price: €170,000

Price: €75,000

Built on a corner site No 10 Whitewood is a spacious 3 Bedroom Semi Detached Bungalow with Garage and enclosed rear garden. To the front the garden is enclosed by a hip level wall with off street parking and lawn area. A timber gate provides access to the side and rear of the property. There is a detached garage 7m x 3.5m and raised timber deck/patio area.

4 Bed Detached Family Home Kilmoganny is a picturesque village with all amenities within walking distances, Primary Schools, Shops etc This property is an excellent opportunity for a first time buyer or investor

3 Bed Semi Detached House with Garage This property is both spacious and stylish and provides an ideal opportunity for first time buyers or investors.

This bright and spacious Two Bed Apartment property comes to the market in beautiful condition throughout. Located on Abbey Street beside the Freren Gate. All the amenities the city has to offer on your doorstep. To the rear of the property is a fully enclosed courtyard with ample car parking.

107281586 • PSRA: 01710

PSRA: 001710

107573131 • PSRA: 001710

DEVELOPMENT LANDS, Price: €275,000 CALLAN ROAD / CIRCULAR ROAD, KILKENNY

UNIT 2 PENNEYFEATHER LANE, Price: €125,000 OFF ORMONDE ROAD, KILKENNY

46 THE SYCAMORES, FRESHFORD ROAD

Price: €240,000

CHAPLINS B&B CASTLECOMER ROAD

Price: €440,000

No: 46 The Sycamores is located within 2Km of the City Centre. This is an extremely well presented and well minded family home in an excellent residential location. All carpets, curtains, blinds as fitted as well as all electrical items in the Kitchen are included in the sale. 4 Bedrooms, 2 Reception Rooms, 1 Bathroom

“Chaplins” B&B is situated in a wonderful location, fronting onto the Castlecomer Road. The property includes 6 guest bedrooms en-suite, with separate private Residential Accommodation which includes 4 bedrooms to facilitate the smooth running of a family B&B. Sale includes: Carpets / Curtains, Fixtures and Fittings

The subject property comprises a prime development site of 0.27 ha or .67 acres fronting onto the Callan Road and the Circular Road at the College Road roundabout. The subject site is zoned in the Kilkenny City & Environs Development Plan for residential use.

107557712 • PSRA: 001710

106413560 • PSRA: 001710

PSRA: 1710 • BER: Exempt

Unit 2 Pennyfeather Lane comprises a ground floor commercial retail unit within 50 metres of The Parade in the heart of Kilkenny City. Currently occupied with tenants with a rent of €12,000 per annum. 653 Sq Ft 800041899 • PSRA: 001710

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3 JUNE 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Fashion

Summer dresses to suit your shape THE shops are awash in dresses to suit every shape and size, right now - the problem is choosing a shape to flatter your figure. Read on for some top tips to help save you from making an expensive mistake.

Cat napper ‘Chase in Miami’ mascot t-shirt from Catimini. This deep dyed t-shirt is first printed, then dunked in a yellow dye, making each piece unique. It seems that this puss would give Top Cat a run for its money! Paul’s Kikenny stock a range of Catimini items

Shoot hoops I can’t guarantee this top will help you play better basketball, but at least you’ll look the part! Eyecatching and ontrend tops like this one - adidas NBA Basketball Jersey Lakers, are always a great addition to your summer wardrobe. Price: €60, from Lifestyle Sports, Parliament St, Kilkenny

THE SHIFT DRESS The Sixties-inspired shift dress is popular this season but don’t feel you have to opt for a style that may not suit. If you are slender, standard shaped or tall wear this and enjoy over jeans, leggings or bare legs. If you’re top heavy it will make your body look boxy. THE WRAP DRESS It is still in the shops several seasons after it was relaunched and do you know why? Because it is so universally flattering and retailers don’t want to let go of a good thing when they see one. Slender and curvaceous alike can enjoy this style. THE SMOCK DRESS Your smock dress needs to be in soft material that has some movement, this way it will not stick out from the bust and look like strange costume but rather follow the shape of your body. This look is great for apple shapes looking for coverage around the tummy area and slender bodies looking for fullness. THE EMPIRE LINE DRESS This creates a gentle definition and femininity around the upper body. With the waistline raised up to under the bust it will always create the effect of elongating the legs and make the body appear taller – so great for petites. THE MAXI DRESS This one is just great for coverage. You can look feminine and well turned out without having to make a great effort to co-ordinate various separates. PS Petites: choose a style that allows for some ankle and foot showing, this way you will not look like the dress is swamping your small frame. THE FIFTIES-INFLUENCED WAISTED DRESS WITH FLARED SKIRT Designed in a time when curvaceous women were idealised by all, a dress that has fit around the waist a flare at the skirt will always make the waist look smaller and more dainty.

Jump to it Dorothy Perkins @ Good’s Kilkenny, provides affordable, fun and feminine fashion, like this Pinstripe Jumpsuit. The ranges are updated weekly and the brand offers sizes 6 to 22 for most items with a wide range of collections including Tall, Petite, Maternity, Lingerie, Shoes and Accessories. Visit: Good’s Kilkenny, High Street, Kilkenny

Pretty in pink Triple velcro strap, patent leather and breathable technical fabric, heart and kitty cat appliqués: these Geox sandals will make both mother and daughter happy, thanks to their cheerful look and extreme comfort! Available from Grahams Shoes, High St, Kilkenny

3 JUNE 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Beauty

Skin care for men

WEAR SUNSCREEN Gillette Series Instant Moisturiser is a non-greasy moisturiser, with Vitamins B3, E and Pro-Vitamin B5, helps give your skin a fresh, invigorated look. This formula, along with SPF15 protects your skin from UVA/ UVB rays. Price: €11.99, from Boots

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FROM fighting pimples decades past puberty, to scoffing at the first signs of wrinkles, it’s difficult to win the good skin game. But before cursing your genes, ask yourself whether your skincare routine and lifestyle habits are up to par. By that I don’t mean clocking hours in front of the mirror or stealing your girlfriend’s fancy facial cream. Layering on too many products can actually irritate the skin. The key is daily washing and moisturising. One of the main skin irritants can be shaving, so use sensitive skin ranges and always use products designed for men. A splash of cold water on the face does more than wake you up; a good cleanse helps slough off dead skin cells. Use a wash containing the ingredient glycolic acid, both in the morning and before bed, for a deeper clean. Exfoliate once or twice a week to stimulate the growth of new skin cells. Moisturising should be an automatic step two after cleansing. Apply lotion when the skin is still slightly damp to help seal in moisture. Most face creams are oil-based, which work well with normal skin - and are a must for dry/flaky skin. But, if you have oily skin or are prone to breakouts, look for a water-based product. Nothing weathers your skin more than the sun. Damaging rays speed up the aging process by slowing down collagen production and cell growth and forcing skin to lose its elasticity. Your best defence is a good sunscreen. Look for a moisturiser with an SPF of 15 or higher that provides a broad-spectrum protection, meaning it blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Never forget Every Body is Beautiful.

NATURAL BEAUTY: FOOT SCRUBS DID you know that skin on your feet has no oil glands to keep them moisturised? The skin on your feet is typically dry, as compared to other parts of your body. That’s why you need to take extra care of your feet to avoid dry, cracked heels. You require three constituents to make any scrub – A moisturiser (coconut oil or olive oil are great to use); the sand-paper element (sugar or salt), and optional elements – such as essential oil, herbs, lemon, oats, etc. SOOTHING PEPPERMINT AND SUGAR FOOT SCRUB You can use this simple scrub to exfoliate, moisturise and soothe your sore feet, just before taking bath or shower. METHOD: • Take 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, olive or coconut oil and few drops of peppermint essential oil. • Put the granulated sugar into a mixing bowl. Slowly add olive or coconut oil and stir the mixture together until you get a little wet and grainy consistency paste. Mix in a few drops of peppermint essential oil. • Put the scrub into an airtight container for use before taking bath or shower. BAKING SODA, BROWN SUGAR AND OLIVE OIL METHOD: • Take 1 tablespoon each of baking soda, brown sugar and olive oil. Mix these ingredients thoroughly just before taking shower or bath. • Scrub the mixture on your feet. You can use it on other rough areas as well, such as knees and elbows. Finish with rinsing it off completely.

DEEP CLEAN Nip+Fab Glycolic Fix Cleanser - A deep cleansing and purifying formula for clear skin. 2% Glycolic Acid gently exfoliates and retextures the skin. Apple amino acid cleanses and purifies while olive oil hydrates and smooths your skin troubles away. Price: €10.99, from Boots

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News

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Food & Drink

Food & drink Use your loaf

White: Fairfields Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc From New Zealand 12.5% abv The Irish wine lovers adoration of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has elevated the region to almost an iconic status and is a must drink wine with its incredible tropical aromas and flavours. Fairfields Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is a great value example sourced from Marlborough’s premium vineyards in Blenheim, the home of NZ Sauvignon at a fraction of the cost of its nearest competitor. This luscious Sauvignon Blanc combines intense white peach and nectarine aromas with beautiful fresh fruit to provide a full palate and lingering finish. Price: €14.99

Red: Nativa Organic Cabernet Sauvignon From Chile, 13.5% abv

Easy White Bread IF YOU love homemade bread then you will love this recipe. It’s soft, fluffy, and you know exactly what you are putting in it! Either use an electric breadmaker, or do it the traditional way. INGREDIENTS • 500g strong white flour, plus extra for dusting

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2 tsp salt 7g sachet fast-action yeast 3 tbsp olive oil 300ml water

METHOD • Mix the flour, salt and yeast in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre, then add the oil and water, and mix well. If the dough seems a

little stiff, add 1-2 tbsp water, mix well then tip onto a lightly floured work surface and knead. Once the dough is satin-smooth, place it in a lightly oiled bowl. Leave to rise for 1 hour until doubled in size or place in the fridge overnight. • Line a baking tray with baking parchment. Knock back the dough, then gently mould the dough

into a ball. Place it on the baking parchment to prove for a further hour until doubled in size. • Heat oven to 220C/fan 200C/gas 7. Dust the loaf with flour and cut a cross about 6cm long into the top of the loaf with a sharp knife. Bake for 25-30 mins until golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped underneath. Cool on a wire rack.

Cookery master class RYELAND House Cookery School first open its doors in Kilkenny in 1991 to provide cooking classes and has been run ever since by the proprietor, Anne Neary. The house itself is a country farm house built in 1845, and has been the home of the Neary family for over four generations at Cuffesgrange. Anne is a woman of many talents and in addition to running the Ryeland House Cookery School she is a now a published author. She

also presents a cookery slot live on air on KCLR 96FM. When it comes to food, the ethos of Anne and the Ryeland House Cookery School has always been one of using locally sourced, great quality ingredients. Much of the food used at Ryeland House is grown on the home farm, their neighbours’ farms or is produced locally by skilled artisan food makers. All the eggs used in their cooking come from their own free range hens, which guests and

students are encouraged to visit during their time at Ryeland. The Cookery School covers all types of food preparation with demonstrations and hands-on courses to suit the most amateur, right through to the budding chef. From forgotten skills like butter making to her kids cookery bootcamp, her school’s ethos is one of using locally sourced, great quality ingredients. Workshops or full cookery courses are available. Visit: www.ryelandhousecookery.com

Nativa began in 1995 as a part of Viña Carmen... Impressively, only four years later, in 1999, it became the first Chilean wine made with certified organic grapes. Today, it forms part of the Santa Rita group with Felipe Ramíez heading up the winemaking. This distinctive Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon, deep red with purple hues, offers a bouquet of ripe black fruit and exotic spices. Full bodied, with excellent balance and tannins providing structure. Plum and blackcurrant flavours are laced with black pepper through the lingering finish. Price: €13.99

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Puzzles

CROSSWORDS If for reasons that aren’t entirely clear, you felt ‘low’ over the weekend, all could change after Tuesday’s Full Moon in another of the Fire signs. This lunation is, for you, the annual one that energises your latent adventurer. By Friday you’ll surely want to see a plan. You may find others are in highly emotional state. It’s likely that your own heart-strings will be pulled as well. This may be linked to pending separation. Your reaction to events might not be entirely calm or logical! You may also find that following from this, you’re asked to make a tough decision midweek. Coming so soon after a weekend of wishful thinking, you are likely to be in heightened state of awareness. With others in highly emotional state, it’s entirely possible that you could mis-read signals. If you can, save any major decision-making until closer to the weekend. Perhaps you feel under a lot of pressure? Things should quieten from midweek but not, perhaps, before you feel you need to draw a line in the sand with a work partner who keeps moving goal posts so that a task never gets near the finishing line. Before the weekend brighter lights should beckon. You may do rather better in a test than you imagine. It’s perhaps the case that your inner critic has surfaced. With one foot most definitely ‘on the ground’, you could make progress having convinced yourself that the first step to success is to think positively. A shift in priorities - and family dynamics - seems entirely possible. You may also be caught between work projects and there could come a point where you feel it’s all far too much for you. In midweek the steadying influence of someone who’s seen you deal well with challenges in the past could be timely.

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You may sense that time is of the essence and that there are certain matters you need to have resolved before your birthday month. You may also be aware that it’s worth taking time to mop up a mess now and that with this straightened you could then move forward with ease. It wouldn’t be surprising if you felt that others have been over-reacting. Maybe you are doing the same, just hiding it better. A few other aspects thrown in suggests a degree of mayhem. By midweek it should be plain that matters cannot continue as such but this is unlikely to be a problem for you. Concerns about a partnership may be highlighted. You might, of course, both be dealing with loss or potential loss. Work-wise this might not be the easiest of times. Those who promised much could pull out of deals - or at least alert you to difficulties promoting you to think about Plan Bs - and several of them. Growing doubts as to whether you can cope with a situation could peak around Tuesday’s Full Moon. At this point the scale of opposition should be apparent. Though it might suit you to get others to agree and to sign on the dotted line midweek, a few could feel railroaded. You may experience disappointment at some level - possibly let-down by someone for whom transport issues are presently a major difficulty. Midweek you may need reassurance that they want to continue working with you. It could be that they don’t feel able to give definitive response just yet. Property matters require complete focus. It might be that things don’t go entirely to plan (anything from being unable to match a colour to dealing with scaffolding). Whether this affects you more on the home or work front, it wouldn’t be surprising if you experience some distress midweek.

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Entertainment

Gig guide

Curtain call

Film review Pitch Perfect 2

Finbar Furey FINBAR FUREY tours extensively, bringing his rare talents to a world-wide stage. On Sunday he’ll be treating the audience at Langton’s Balroom to an evening of pure Irish magic, great music, good humour, and the charm and sparkling wit associated with one of Ireland’s great raconteurs. He comes from a unique pedigree - an all Ireland Uillean Pipe Champion and whistle player, singer/songwriter as well as playing 5-string banjo, and guitar. Finbar has been round the block many times with brother Eddie, recording for Transatlantic records in the 60’s and achieving fame as lead singer/ frontman of The Furey Brothers and Davey Arthur. Now he works solo, which balancing his folk roots with songs such as now and forever to his voice such as ‘New York Girls’ which was his handlebar moustache swinging contribution to Martin Scorsese’s Gangs of New York. In 1972 John Peel gave Finbar,

along with his brother Eddie, their big break by voting them act of the year. Their music was phenomenal because it was a new sound - Irish (Uillean) Pipes with guitar and voice, which up till then had not been done.) Subsequently of course the format was used everywhere from Planxty to River Dance, Braveheart to Hailey Westenra. It was modern music, with an ancient root. The music came from the Irish Gypsy community and when it met the psychedelic era, a new sound was born. Following the release of several chart topping albums and EP’s, including ‘The Wind and The Rain’ (1997), ‘Chasing Moonlight’ (2003) and ‘Colours’ (2012) Finbar appeared on RTE’s new music show “The Hit” in 2013. His single ‘The Last Great Love Song’ introduced Finbar and his music to a whole new generation of fans, with ‘The Last Great Love Song’ being voted “The Ultimate Hit” by the public as well as topping the Irish singles charts. Sunday 7th June. Langton’s Ballroom, 8pm. Tickets: €23.50

Rated 12A Barden University’s all-female a cappella team, the Barden Bellas, return to take on the world championship in ‘Pitch Perfect 2’, a competition no American team has ever won. Unprepared for the strength of the European team, Das Sound Machine, and out of their depth, the Bellas have no choice but to drastically up their game if they want to have a chance of winning - and it’s a slim

San Andreas

Rated 12A In the movie, Dwayne Johnson stars as Ray Gaines, an elite LAFD rescuehelicopter pilot who has a long career of daring rescues, with more than 600 people saved. Between his skills with a chopper and his incredible personal strength, he is the ideal hero to call into action when the biggest earthquake of all-time hits California, as his abilities and resources could be used to save another hundred people from

The Willis Clan The Willis Clan is a family of amazing musicians, dancers, athletes, writers, and artists. Living near Nashville Tennessee, they merge their Irish roots with other music and dance genres to create a unique blend of the old and new. The children have won regional and national dance titles and placed in world competitions for both music and dance. The Willis Clan have chosen to take paths less traveled and love it. They hope to share a little of this joy and adventure with everybody they meet. Tuesday 9th June. Set Theatre, 7.30pm. Tickets: €13

Event The Culinary Counter Part of the Appetite for Design exhibition at the National Craft Gallery, The Culinary Counter, run by chefs Mark Moriarty and Ciaran Sweeney, aims to break down barriers between the kitchen and the customer. An exciting theatrical tasting menu will be served from these young brilliant chefs. Mark Moriarty was named San Pellegrino best young chef in the UK and Ireland for 2015, his signature dish celeriac baked in barley and fermented hay will be served on the night.

chance, because the international jury hates all Americans. Directed by Elizabeth Banks (‘The Hunger Games’) and starring Anna Kendrick (‘Into The Woods’) and Rebel Wilson (‘Bridesmaids’), ‘Pitch Perfect 2’ is the much-anticipated sequel to 2012’s smash hit. Pitch Perfect 2 is fun, goofy and an overall crowd-pleaser. It has a formula to it, but that won’t bother fans of the original.

perilous situations. Unfortunately, this is actually the furthest thing from Ray’s mind when the San Andreas Fault rips open, as instead of going around and saving individuals in need, he shirks all of his legitimate responsibilities and orders in the name of saving his ex-wife and capable daughter – the latter being up in San Francisco and really surviving just fine on her own.

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Top Ten

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Golf course of the week

Album of the week

MountainView Golf Course, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny

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Mountain View Golf Course is a purpose built and designed golf course, owned and managed by The O’Neill Family. The course alone stands on over 120 acres of rolling Kilkenny landscape. Amongst the land, natural water springs have been manipulated and developed into large lakes and water features which come into play over many of the holes. For more information tel: 056 7768122 or visit the website: www.mviewgolf.com

MG is a new instrumental album from Martin Gore, songwriter and founding member of Depeche Mode. Following on from Martin’s collaboration with Vince Clarke on VCMG’s SSSS in 2012, MG sees Martin further develop his love, passion and respect for electronic music. The 16 tracks on MG were written and produced by Martin Gore with mixing and additional production by Q. ‘MG’ is a soundtrack to an emotional and mysterious film of your own design.

Salon of the week

Peter Mark, Macdonagh Junction, Shopping Centre, Kilkenny Peter Mark was founded by Peter and Mark Keaveney in 1961, and opened its first salon on Grafton Street in Dublin. Since then, Peter Mark has grown into Ireland’s best known hairdressing brand and one of Europe’s most successful hairstyling groups with 71 salons nationwide. We recruit and train all our own staff in our training centres in Belfast and Dublin, so when you come to Peter Mark you can expect and get the best, whether you’re a client or Peter Mark team member. Tel: 051 853 460 or visit: www.petermark.ie for more information.

Restaurant of the week

Royal Spice Indian Restaurant, Patrick St, Kilkenny Visit Royal Spice Indian Restaurant in Kilkenny and let them take you on a tantalizing journey across the different regions of Indian subcontinent. They serve a superb combination of vibrant dishes freshly prepared using only local, artisan and premium food produce and finest ingredients to create rich authentic Indian flavours. For more information tel: 056 771 2646.

Take Away of the week

DVD of the week

Toy Story That Time Forgot Shortly after Christmas Bonnie goes to visit her friend Mason for a play date, taking her toys Woody , Buzz, Trixie, Rex and Angel Kitty with her. The toys discover the boy’s dinosaur action figures called The Battlesaurs. However, it becomes clear that The Battlesaurs aren’t aware they are toys when Woody and Buzz are forced to do battle against their leader Reptilius Maximus. With her friends in danger it is left to Trixie to save the day...

Game of the week

The Elder Scrolls: Online: Tamriel Unlimited (Xbox One) Set 1,000 years prior to the events in Skyrim, The Elder Scrolls Online is set in a world menaced by three feuding factions, all of which are trying to gain control of the entire continent of Tamriel. The main villain of the piece is a Daedric Prince called Molag Bal who is raising an undead army in order to take control of Tamriel. The three factions have certain races allied to them, all of whom will be very familiar to players of other games set in the Elder Scrolls universe.

Movie of the week

Apache Pizza, John Street, Kilkenny

Spooks: The Greater Good

For a bit of fast food, Italian style, look no further than Apache Pizza. The Good Food Company recognised a gap in the market for a fully Irish-owned quality pizza delivery company and, so, Apache Pizza was launched in Dublin in 1996. Since then they’ve opened over 60 outlets around the country. They’re now leading the way working with Health Pro and providing nutritional values and portion advice not only available on their website but also printed on all their menus and available in-store. Visit: www.apache.ie for more information.

Spooks: The Greater Good’ is the continuation of the story of the BBC’s ‘Spooks’, in which the head of MI5 and his protege must prevent a terrorist attack on London. During a handover to MI5 chief Harry Pearce (Peter Firth), notorious terrorist Adam Qasim (Elyes Gabel) manages to escape from custody. Pearce’s protg Will Crombie (Kit Harington) must now uncover a conspiracy which stretches from Vietnam to the Mediterranean.

Book of the week

App of the week

The Woman Who Stole My Life, by Marian Keyes

Meerkat (Android)

One day, sitting in traffic, married Dublin mum Stella Sweeney attempts a good deed. The resulting car crash changes her life. For she meets a man who wants her telephone number (for the insurance, it turns out). That’s okay. She doesn’t really like him much anyway (his Range Rover totally banjaxed her car).But in this meeting is born the seed of something which will take Stella thousands of miles from her old life, turning an ordinary woman into a superstar, and, along the way, wrenching her whole family apart.

The big social media streaming battle is a heavy weight title fight between Meerkat and Twitter’s Periscope. While the latter has the former on the ropes, Meerkat is making some interesting moves to change the tide. Not only is Meerkat the first of the two to be available for Android, they’ve also integrated closely Facebook after Twitter kicked them out the door. Either way, Android fans can now actively participate in a digital movement. (Free)

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City breaks: Nice IF YOU can’t decide whether you’d prefer a city break near the mountains or the sea, Nice is the perfect answer. From the moment you arrive, you’ll understand why the flattering light which graces this spot on the French Riviera has a history of attracting famous artists. Drink in the sunshine and café culture on Cours Saleya. Explore the medieval maze of Vieux Nice. Then wander around the boutique shops and stop for a bit of people-watching.

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NE OF Egypt’s oldest and most popular holiday resorts, Sharm El Sheikh wins fans for its breathtaking location on the Sinai Peninsula. The Red Sea coast provides white-sand beaches and some of the finest diving in the world, with crystalline waters teeming with underwater life, wrecks and coral reefs. As well as the diving, Sharm El Sheikh is the ideal place for desert safaris, where

you can ride camels through the dunes and camp out under the stars. Start your romance with Sharm El Sheikh on the coast, where the miles of white sand are at your disposal for soaking up the sun, getting stuck into water sports or swimming in the warm sea. Diving excursions are a must, as the Red Sea is one of the finest diving destinations in the world. If you’re away with kids, spend the day at the local water park,

which has a staggering 44 water slides and lots of swimming pools to enjoy. Explore the bustling souls in Sharm El Sheikh’s old town to pick up unique Bedouin souvenirs, or plan an excursion through the desert by camelback.

SHARM EL SHEIKH RESORT IS BEST FOR... BEACH LOVERS: A real beach lover’s paradise, Sharm El Sheikh has sweeping beaches

of white sand and clear waters, dotted with rippling palm trees.

DIVERS: One of the best places in the world for scuba diving, keen divers can spend days exploring the hidden wrecks and colourful reefs. FAMILIES: Sharm El Sheikh is ideal for families, with modern hotel resorts, gorgeous beaches and a popular water park on your doorstep.

NICE IS BEST FOR... HAPPY WANDERERS: Explore the maze of quaint streets in medieval Vieux Nice, or take a traditional stroll on the Promenade des Anglais. COUPLES: Enjoy romantic al fresco dinners in one of the town’s stylish squares. YACHT ENTHUSIASTS: Meander among the shimmering super yachts in the Old Port, imagining which one you’d buy. corner of this fascinating city.

Johnstown Castle Gardens THE GROUNDS at Johnstown Castle Gardens contain a wide variety of trees and shrubs representing the best aspects of a formal and wild garden. The grounds are greatly enhanced by two lakes with folly towers and are populated with a range of waterfowl. Pleasant pathways meander through the pleasure grounds they are superbly presented to the visitor. Frequently there are glimpses of

the castle shimmering in the waters of the lake from extensive walks in tranquil, tree dotted, pleasure grounds. In the old world former farmyard is the extensive and well laid out Irish Agricultural Museum. In July and August a small café here provides teas. The grounds also have a large and well-equipped picnic area. irishagrimuseum.ie

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Classiﬁeds .LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ .LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO &RXQFLO Take notice that I intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for planning permission to change the use of Unit 4 at Newpark Shopping Center from retail to a chiropractic clinic and all associated site works on lands at Newpark Shopping Center, Newpark Upper, Kilkenny, 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. – 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Pauline Byrne.

We, Caitriona Walsh & Shane Stapleton intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Planning Permission to build a single storey dwelling house, new septic tank and percolation area, detached domestic garage, entrance and all associated site development works at Goslingstown, Callan Road, 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO .LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above &RXQFLO authority on behalf of Thomas Lonergan & Jenny Dalton full planning permission to construct a 1 & ½ storey dwelling, garage, entrance, waste treatment system and percolation area, connection to mains water supply, soakpits and all other associated site works at Meallaghmore Lower, Windgap, 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. – 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 (€20.00) 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.

I , Brian Roche, hereby apply to Kilkenny County Council for full planning permission to erect an extension to an existing dairy cubicle house, an over ground slurry store & ancillary concrete works on my lands at Archersrath, 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 9a.m. – 1.p.m. & 2pm – 4pm 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 fee prescribed fee (€20.00) 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: Brian Roche.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO HSE South are applying to Kilkenny County Council for permission for car parking and associated site development works including boundary walls and an entrance at the Mooncoin Health Centre, Main Street, Mooncoin, 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. – 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I Padraig Hennessey intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Retention Planning Permission for the following: 1. Retention of single storey extension to the side of existing dwelling. 2. Retention of single storey detached garage/ shed to rear of existing dwelling and all associated site development works at 28 The Paddocks, 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 9.00 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 (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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Hurling giants delight in thriller IT WAS a fascinating hurling celebration in a brilliant rural community. The Legends Return was presented by Lisdowney GAA Club and featured a team of retired Kilkenny Legends against Lisdowney and guests. The big event was at Lisdowney GAA ground on Saturday. The weather was not kind but that failed to put a damper on a terrific community occasion. The giants of the small ball game served up a hurling feast that was enjoyed by a good crowd. Who won the match? Does it really matter? It was a win for Lisdowney GAA Club and for aficionados of the beautiful game. All Pics: Noel Reddy

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In Castlecomer with Chubby Brennan Blast from the past...

Castlecomer Presentation National School trip 1969

New local shop is a Little Lady A NEW SHOP at Castlecomer Discovery Park called Little Lady is owned by Jackie Messett. It stocks children’s clothing, accessories and gifts. It has new and ‘nearly new’ clothes from 0-7. Also on offer are handbags, purses, scarves and jewellery for women. Opening days are Thursday to Sunday, 10am-6pm. Also open bank holidays. Opening may extend to Tuesday and Wednesday at a later date. We wish Jackie every success in her new venture and remind that we should all be shopping locally.

/,%5$5< Highlight of Castlecomer Library’s Bealtaine Programme must surely have been ‘The Stories and times of Percy French’, an original show devised by ‘Comer man Eamon Brennan. The lucky attendees were treated to a narrative of the life and times of Percy, punctuated with bursts of song by a powerful group of male singers known as The Castlecomer Minstrels. Percy played the banjo, but this time we were privileged to have our local banjo player on hand, the inimitable Jimmy Byrne.

&(0(7(5< 0$66(6 Cemetery Mass is in Moneenroe on June 12, 7.30pm and on June 26 in Clogh, 7.30pm.

&$//,1* %5(11$16 Castlecomer Golf Club is holding a novel golf event July 3. Only people with the Brennan surname are eligible to play. At the end of the competition the winners will be crowned King and Queen of the Brennan Golﬁng Clan. The post golf entertainment includes a threecourse meal, presentation of prizes and musical entertainment. Non golfers are more than welcome to attend the dinner for €20. Booking is essential as numbers will be limited. The club has partnered with the Jack & Jill Foundation which will receive 20% of the €40 participation fee. So if you know any Brennans, make sure to spread the word.

6&+22/ &(/(%5$7,216 On June 27, Clogh NS will celebrate 100 years with celebrations and family fun day in the new school from 2pm followed by mass in St Patrick’s Church, Clogh at 6pm, with Bishop Seamus Freeman. There will be refreshment and entertainment in the parish centre afterwards. All past pupils are invited to attend. :+,67 &+$1*( Castlecomer monthly whist drive has been changed to June 12, 8.30pm in Castlecomer Community Hall. All are welcome.

'$1&,1* Strictly Fun Dancing is in aid of the Carlow, Kilkenny Home Care Team. Support local man Liam Dowling in the Dolmen Hotel, Carlow this Saturday. Doors open 7pm. Show starts 8pm. Contact Michelle Webster Coogan on 086-84772. Admission is €15. %$&. 21 75$&. In Athy on May 21 a cordial agreement with National Transport Authority CEO Ms Ann Graham, will see a minimum of six buses serving North East Kilkenny on Route 717 from June 29. The working group, led by Minister for Rural Affairs Ann Phelan, supported by Councillors Shortall, Brennan, Fleming, Wall and Miley unanimously made the call and its now up to the public to use the buses. Five of the six services will connect to Dublin with one travelling from Castlecomer to Naas Monday to Friday. Following intense negotiation the four commercial services (J.J. Kavanagh) have already commenced and these will be complemented by the two PSOs from June 29. Maurice Shortall praised the all party support and singled out Helen Rothwell, Chair of Castlecomer Development Association for her stewardship and John O’Neill, Ballylinan who ﬁrst brought the issue to his attention. “We also have a guarantee from Bus Eireann

CEO Martin Nolan that in the event of the PSOs not being in place on D Day June 29 that he will provide the service until such time as the successful tender is established,” said Maurice. “The contract for the PSOs is for one year with the facility to extend for up to one more year and there are potential connections to other services including local. We now intend as promised to hold a public meeting in Castlecomer Community Hall on June 9 at 8.30pm,” he added. Commuters are advised that J.J. Kavanagh is operating under a new time schedule: Dublin via Castlecomer at 02.30, 06.35, 08.50, 18.13. Crettyard 02.35, 06.40, 08.55, 18.18. Return Castlecomer via Dublin 08.25, 19.30, 22.30, 00.55. Crettyard 08.20, 19.24, 22.22, 0.47. From June 29, PSO Service; Castlecomer to Dublin 10.50, 13.20 (Naas); Crettyard 10.55, 13.25 (Naas). Returning Castlecomer 11.45, 18.00; Crettyard 11.40, 17.50. Bus Eireann will continue its normal schedule until June 29. PSO = Public Service Operative. 525< *$//$*+(5 All roads lead to Cobh, Co. Cork for the anniversary of the passing of Rory Gallager. Events will take place from June 8 to 14 with the main event taking place in the Commodore Hotel, a concert from the band Deuce on June 13. Further details from Pat Houlihan, Cobh, 086-3047900.

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Proud people celebrate in style A PROGRESSIVE parish had many reasons to celebrate at the weekend. Sunday was a huge day for the Rower Inistioge GAA Club and the entire local community who marked the 60th birthday of the club and the coming of age of an ambitious programme to provide the very best of fa-

cilities for a proud people. The Reporter was there to join in the celebrations which included a hurling challenge between the Kilkenny senior hurlers and Limerick. Pictures are by Reporter photographer, Donal Foley. Full story and pictures Pages 94&95>>>

A big day for local organisers and visiting officials

The best seats in the house Delighted to be back: Michael Rice with Kilkenny fans on his return from a long injury spell

Limerick hurlers were part of an excellent GAA celebration

Local girls were out in style

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Come out and greet President Michael D COME OUT and meet the President of our county is the message today from Keep Kilkenny Beautiful (KKB). Excitement as KKB, County Council and local people prepare to welcome the President Michael D. Higgins on this Saturday. During his visit the President will unveil a plaque to celebrate the city’s victory in the National SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition 2014. Celebrations begin in Kilkenny Castle Park at 11am with entertainment by St Patrick’s Brass Band. The President is due to arrive at 11.30. He will meet members of the KKB committee, local residents, community representatives, delegates from Kilkenny County Council and the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government. All of our people are being invited to attend Kilkenny’s Day of Celebration. Peter Bluett, chair of KKB expressed his satisfaction at the success of Kilkenny City. He noted that receiving the national award was hard won and victory in the

A parish united in fun and prayer Our President, Michael D

competition was therefore even sweeter and to be savoured. ),9( $:$5'6 This is the second time that Kilkenny has won the overall title; the first was in 1985. Since then the drive and determination to keep the community flourishing has remained constant. In 2014, Kilkenny scooped an impressive five awards including National Award Winner, Irelands Tidiest Large Urban Centre Award, a Gold Medal Award, the South East Regional Award and Best in County Award. John Mulholland, Acting Chief Executive Kilkenny County Council noted that Kilkenny’s ongoing success in Tidy Towns is the result of great community collaboration and great team work - just like Kilkenny hurling! “The overall Tidy Towns Award is testament to the selfless efforts of the Keep Kilkenny Beautiful Committee supported by the investment of substantial resources by Kilkenny County Council.”

/HWWHU WR HGLWRU &+$,50$1·6 23(1 ,19,7$7,21 Dear Editor Keep Kilkenny Beautiful are honoured to welcome Michael D. Higgins to Kilkenny on this Saturday. During his visit The President will unveil a plaque to celebrate our city’s National Tidy towns award received in 2014. This award celebrates all of your work as citizens of Kilkenny in Keeping Kilkenny Beautiful! All are cordially invited to come to the Castle Park at 11.30am on next Saturday to welcome our president and join in the festivities. Musical entertainment is being provided by St Patrick’s Brass Band. Yours etc

Peter Bluett, Chairman, Keep Kilkenny Beautiful

Our brilliant band conquers in Cobh The Kilkenny City and District Pipe Band had a very successful day in Cobh with the drummers being crowned Munster Champions and the band coming third overall. Drum Major Dessie McGrath won the senior drum major grade. Members of the Kilkenny City and District Pipe Band are pictured with Pipe Major Tony Coy.

ST CANICE’S Canice’s hostS its annual Family Mass and Barbecue on this Sunday at St. Canice’s Community Hall on the Granges Road. The day coincides with the Feast of Corpus Christi and will begin with Mass at 11.30am. Those who have received First Holy Communion and those families who have had children baptised in the parish during the year will have pride of place. Mass will include a service of blessing with the Eucharist and the presentation of a ‘faith pack’ to families. A barbecue will follow and the extensive menu will include freshlyprepared burgers, chicken, salads, desserts, and wine for the adults. A full array of activities will be available for young and young at heart and will include a variety of games, rodeo bulls, bungee runs, raffleand facepainting. An information stand on St Canice’s Parish will be available for those who wish to find out more about the various programmes and initiatives in the parish. The priests of St. Canice’s, Fr Jim Murphy and Fr Kieran O’Shea, along with the hard-working organising committee, are putting the finishing touches to what promises to be a spectacular day’s entertainment. Fr Kieran says everybody is welcome to the event. It is not confined to the

people of the parish. “This is a community-building event and it will be a wonderful celebration of our faith – with food and fun,” he said. %(<21' 7+( 3$5,6+ “We’ll be delighted to see people from beyond the parish and we certainly won’t be looking for visas or passports! Last year’s Family Mass was an enriching experience for everyone and we are confident that this year’s celebration will be even better,” he added. Peggy Slattery, chair of the Pastoral Council, says this family event is an effort to bring the experience of Church beyond the church building and provides an ideal opportunity for people to meet and get to know each other. “Pope Francis reminds us continually that the Church must go out beyond the sanctuary and build community and communion with people, in different situations and environments. We are always talking of our commitment to supporting the family and this is a concrete way of doing just that”, Peggy told The Reporter. The organising committee includes members of the Pastoral Council, Dicksboro GAA Club and members of the local Indian community. Tickets are €5 each and may now be purchased from the Parish Centre, Dean Street, or in the community hall on the day. Primary School children will be admitted free.

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Golf Notes

Golf Callan Results ending 31st May 2015: RGA, 25th May 15 Hole Rumble 1st: Don Bolger, Joe Kavanagh, Eamon Hayes, 72pts 2nd: John Kinsella, Kieran Ryan, Paddy Brett, 69pts 3rd: Dick McGrath, Michael Gaine, Eddie Byrne, Eddie Tallent, 68pts* *5 points deducted from overall score for team of four. Dan Sullivan was the only Callan winner in the West Waterford Alliance, taking 3rd place in his category with 32 points. O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles, Wednesday 27th May 1st: Michael Mullally, 38pts 2nd: Rory Lodge, 36pts Gross: Martin O’Halloran, 36pts Visitor: Paddy Hogan, 36pts. Open 3 Person Ladies Competition, Tuesday 26th May 1st: E Cuddihy / B O’Donovan / Mgt Comerford 2nd: G O’Sullivan / S Kirby / E O’Shea 9 Hole: P O’Mahony Senior Ladies, Thursday May 28th 1st: Mgt Comerford 2nd: Teresa Phelan 3rd: Teresa Drea

Team News

Callan Golf Club Lotto

The South Leinster team were in action against Castlecomer on the 29th May. Callan had home advantage with 4 matches at home and 3 matches in ‘Comer. Callan got a great start from Iver Brown winning his match on the 12th; Jim Kirby won his match 2&1 and Ger Brett who, despite being 2 down early, won his match on the 17th 2&1. The anchor man for the Callan was Tom Kenny who was called in 1 up. Away, Callan had a win from P. Donovan 2&1; that meant Tony O’Driscoll was called in while leading 1 up and Liam Brennan called in also. Well done to Manager Niall Brett and his team and we wish the luck in the next round of the competition.

The numbers drawn were 4, 15, 26; no winner. The Lucky Dip winners, receiving €30 each were: Kevin Barry, Paul Barry and Liam Hennessy. Next week’s jackpot is €850. Thank you for your support.

Up-Coming Fixtures Wednesday 3rd June, O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles: time sheet available on-line or call 056 7725136. Thursday 4th June, Senior Ladies 10am to Midday. Sat/Sun 6&7th June, Murt Duggans Presidents Shield. Monday 8th June, RGA: 11am-1pm. Tuesday 9th June: Ladies Day 18 Hole Medal, 9 Hole Stabelford.

Kilkenny Open Week Results Mens Scotch Foursomes, Tuesday May 26th 1st: Dick Daly (10), Lar Ryan (5) Rathdowney, 43pts 2nd: Jason Lawlor (5), Luke Kelly (6), 41pts 3rd: Pat Butler (7), Jack Troy (17), 40pts Ladies Rumble, Tuesday May 26th 1st: Margaret O’Dwyer (25), Ann Woodcock (26), Karen Murphy (31), 81pts 2nd: Ita Madigan (17), Eileen Fogarty (20), Eithne Murphy (16), 78pts (B9) 3rd: Nuala Crotty (23), Yvonne Egan (10), Phil Cooke (27), 78pts 4th: Bridie McGarry (8), Dervilla O’Byrne (10), Stella Coughlan (19), 77pts (B9) 5th: Mary Hickey (19), Lourda Everard (20), Catherine King (20), 77pts

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Mens Singles Stableford C.S.S Members 71, Visitors 72 1st: Pat Walsh (11), 41pts 2nd: Eugene Deegan (9), 40pts (B9) 3rd: Kevin Power (2) 40pts B/Gross: Jason Lawlor (5) 34 gross pts 5th: Geoff Meagher (15), 39pts 6th: Conor Boland (5), 38pts Ladies 18 Hole Singles Stableford, Thursday May 28th C.S.S. 74 1st: Margaret Cuddihy (10) 37pts 2nd: Niamh Kelly (11) 35pts (B9) B/Gross: Mary Leahy Browne (4) 26 Gross pts 3rd: Yvonne Dore (16) 35pts (B9) 4th: Martina Naughton (27) 35pts 5.th: Yvonne Dore (10) 34pts 3 Person Team Event, Friday May 29th, Sponsored by PRL Group 1st: Colin Allan (16), David Walsh (9), Tom Looby (12), 88pts (all Slievnamon) 2nd: Mark Doran (6), Brian Delaney (12), Gus Carey (11), 86pts 3rd: Dick Cogan (23), Reay Brandon (20), John O’Regan (18), 82pts (B9) 4th Dervilla O’Byrne (10), Niamh Kelly (11), Helen Devane (25), 82pts Mens 18 Hole Singles Stableford, Saturday May 30th, C.S.S. 72 Sponsored by the Newpark Hotel 1st Aidan McDonald (5), 42pts 2nd: Ger Dowling (13), 39 pts

3rd: Martin Tynan (24), 38 pts B/Gross: Richard Walsh (1), 34 Gross Pts 5th: PJ Martin (11), 38pts 6th: Michael Bollard (8) 37pts 2 Person Team Event Aggregate Stableford, Sunday May 31st Sponsored by Nolan Jewellers, The Arcade Kilkenny 1st: Pat Comerford (13), Andy Comerford (18), 77pts, Castlecomer 2nd: Pat Butler (7), Maurice Ryan (12), 73pts 3rd: Luke Kelly (6), Colin Furlong (11), 70pts (B6) 4th: Morgan Walshe (5), Pat Walshe (11), 70pts 5th: Jim White (8), Jack Troy (17), 68pts (B6) 6th Tony McCarthy (13), Willie Brennan (20), 68pts

3rd: Yvonne Dore (16) 35 pts (B9) 4th: Martina Naughton (27), 35pts 5th: Yvonne Dore (10), 34pts

4 Person Scramble, Monday June 1st 1st: Stephen Geany (5) Roscrea, Mark McEirney (9) Tipperary, Colm Griffin (15) Tipperary, Mark Buckley (18) Tipperary, 101pts 2nd: Cathal McDonald (9), David O’Mahony (6), Tomas O’Dowd (11), Tom Kelly (16), 97pts 3rd: Colin Dunne (6) Castlecomer, Justin Manning (11) Borris, Ruairi O’ hEochaidh (15) Borris, 96pts

LADIES INTER CLUB

Junior / Juvenile The Boys Fred Daly defeated Baltinglass on Friday to reach the Leinster semi ﬁnals. Kilkenny had an away draw with four matches in Baltinglass and three at home. Under the rules of the competition Kilkenny had to send their four lowest handicap players to Baltinglass to play their four lowest players. In Baltinglass Brain Crowdle lost 2 down and Luke Donnelly lost 1 down, Kevin Power won on the 18th and Mark Power was down the 19th when called in. This was enough to achieve victory as at home the tree wins were secured, Harry Duggan won on the 16th, Shane Manony on the 14th and Jeff Kealy on the 16th. Kilkenny will play the winners of Tullamore and Glasson in the Leinster semi ﬁnal. Ladies - Results, Fixtures & Inter Club Open Week Ladies Rumble, Tuesday May 26th 1st: Margaret O’Dwyer (25), Ann Woodcock (26), Karen Murphy (31), 81pts 2nd: Ita Madigan (17), Eileen Fogarty (20), Eithne Murphy (16), 78pts (B9) 3rd: Nuala Crotty (23), Yvonne Egan (10), Phil Cooke (27), 78pts 4th: Bridie McGarry (8), Dervilla O’Byrne (10), Stella Coughlan (19), 77pts (B9) 5th: Mary Hickey (19), Lourda Everard (20), Catherine King (20), 77pts Open Week Ladies 18 Hole Singles Stableford, Thursday May 28th, C.S.S. 74 1st: Margaret Cuddihy (10), 37pts 2nd: Niamh Kelly (11) 35pts (B9) B/Gross: Mary Leahy Browne (4), 26 Gross pts

FIXTURES Tuesday June 2nd, Daisy Phelan 18 Hole Stableford, 8.20–10.20, 12.20–2.20 and 4.00–6.00. Saturday 6th & Sunday June 7th, Captain Liam Cody’s prize to the Ladies, the timesheet is bookable online and there will be a Ladies 18 & 9 hole competition, the Ladies can play whichever competition they choose to. Tuesday June 9th, 8.20–10.20, 12.20–2.20 and 4.00–6.00, Ladies ABC Stroke.

The Challenge Cup team will play Faithlegg in Callan on Tuesday June 2nd at 1.15pm. Selectors Joan Mannion and Ann Gunning have chosen the following team: Jane Duggan (29), Breda Kavanagh (29), Frances Graham (29), Joan Mannion (29) and Kay Gray (31). Reserves: Joan Cashin and Margaret Harmer. Despite the reports to the contrary the Ladies Boyne team maintain they were not responsible for the slow play on Friday June 21st, they maintain they were being held up by the groups in front of them. Apologies to the Ladies if they were blamed in the wrong. FIXTURES: Tuesday June 2nd, 8.20 -10.20, 12.20 -2.20 and 4.00–6.00 Ladies 9 & 18 Valerie Doyle Trophy. Wednesday June 3rd, 1.00–2.30 Members Time. Thursday June 4th, 10–11.00, Senior Ladies Comp, 11.00–1.30 Senior Mens Comp, 1.30–2.30 Members Time. Friday June 5th, 9.00–10.00 Gaelscoil Classic, 10.00–12.00 Free for members, 12.00–5.30 Gaelscoil Classic. Saturday June 6th, 7.30–11.30 and 1.00–5.30 Captains Prizes to Ladies & Gents, 11.30–1.00 Visitors. Sunday June 7th, 7.30–6.00 Captains Prizes to the Ladies & Gents. Monday June 8th , 8.45–10.20 Juvenile Competition, 10.30–1.00 Ossory Priests Outing, 1.00–2.30 Members Time, Ladies Match: Boyne Trophy Kilkenny v Templemore. Tuesday June 9th, 8.20–10.20, 12.20-2.20 and 4.00–6.00 Ladies Competition ABC Stroke. Wednesday June 10th, 8.30–6.00 Ladies & Gents Open Singles.

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Evergreen’s Cup as ‘Booters fail to ignite JIMMY RHATIGAN IT WAS a shot-shy McCalmont Cup Final, yet it was interesting to the death as supporters craved a late, late explosion that very nearly came. Those who believe that their glasses are always half full will point out that Evergreen scored their goals from the only real clear cut openings they got over the 90 minutes. In other words, they made maximum use of chances and brought home the bacon. And they will also say that there were a few more decent efforts, ambitious shots from Darragh Walsh in particular. But the reality is that both goalkeepers were not exactly overworked. Those who cradle half empty glasses may describe the game as mediocre, even poor considering the reputations of both clubs, and, perhaps, more importantly, the quality of some of the players on both teams who simply weren’t firing on all cylinders. The match brought honest endeavour, gritty determination, a few wild tackles, oodles of effort, but firepower in front

of goal was lacking. It would be wrong to be harsh on the finalists. Derby finals in particular, battles of noisy neighbours, can lead to edgy and erroneous fare. 12 3<527(&+1,&6 Or ‘love thy neighbour’ everywhere except on the soccer pitch can bring fireworks. There were no pyrotechnics, although the game did explode temporarily at least midway through the second half when Jack Poyntz was red carded following two yellows. Jack’s passion and enthusiasm got the better of him and it is always difficult to criticise honest endeavour. Evergreen fired in front from the penalty spot after Julian O’Keeffe fouled Brian Jordan. The 12 yards kick was neatly tucked away by Seán Barcoe. Goalkeeper Pat Holden thwarted a possible equaliser when Cian Loy broke through, might have hit the ball with his left, opted to chip with his right and the former League of Ireland ‘keeper made an acrobatic stop. Before the break Evergreen had an outside chance of adding another goal when Jack Poyntz fouled Dylan Whearty. A well struck effort by Whearty was saved by goalkeeper Michael Lambert. ‘Booters upped the ante after

The other team, referee Paddy Geoghegan, his officials and team captains with Mayor Andrew McGuinness

the interval when they doubled their strike-force to two. */$1&,1* +($'(5 But it was Evergreen who went further ahead following a corner and a raid on the left. A chip to Dylan Whearty and his glancing header gave the ‘keeper no chance. It was 2-0 and when The Blues were reduced to 10 players the notion was that it would have taken more than a box of matches to light a ‘Booters recovery. Not so. There was still a kick in the Fair Green horse of war. Minutes before the end a bobbling ball in the Evergreen area begged someone, anyone to draw a kick on it. Ger Hayes obliged, the net bulged, it was 2-1 with a few minutes and a bit of injury time left to bring the tie to extra time. A long throw by Julian O’Keeffe could have caused problems but instead the ball was missed by everyone, went well wide and the fat lady burst into song. To be fair, the better team won on the day. At least half of the estimated 200 crowd went home disappointed and the refereeing team of Paddy Geoghegan, Eoin Walsh and Lee Kill could reflect on a sensible job well done. Man of the match was Evergreen’s Brian Jordan who must have been run close for the honour by ‘Booters Niall McEvoy.

‘Booters supporters hoped for better

McCalmont Cup champions, Evergreen

Freebooters battled bravely

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Curtain raiser was match of the day IT WAS billed as what the GAA once called a curtain raiser. But it turned out to be the match of the day. The U11 Cup Final at Derdimus Park on Sunday was a credit to finalists East End and Bridge United. It was a great battle between two talented and very keen sets of young guns who blazed away for an hour, giving great entertainment for a good support of family, friends and neighbours. East End were worthy 2-0 winners but the real winner was the game of schoolboys’ soccer, including the young players and their dedicated coaches who did themselves, their clubs and their families proud. The final was the David Doran Memorial Cup and there to present the trophy to East End captain Cillian Hardy Kelly were David’s parents, Julie and Noel Doran.

Julie and Noel Doran present the David Doran Memorial Cup in memory of their son to East End captain, Cillian Hardy Kelly

Hard battle in midﬁeld

Race for possession U11 champions East End

Cup runners-up Bridge United gave a powerful display

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Sport The hurling exhibition was a crowd pleaser

Birthday party is community bash PAT TREACY THE Rower Inistioge GAA celebrated its 60th birthday in style on Sunday when the club hosted the first intercounty hurling match in the parish. The hurlers of Kilkenny and Limerick decorated the occasion when they lined out on the newly refurbished pitch on the banks of the River Nore. Kilkenny won the game with a handsome score of 3-25 to Limerick’s 0-16. Almost 3,000 gathered in the sunshine to savour the official opening by the chairman of the County GAA Board Ned Quinn. The GAA complex includes dressing rooms, a gym and the Cois Abhainn Community Centre.

Jackie Tyrrell as good as ever

The new facility for the Rower Inistioge parish is a fantastic example of co-operation between the local community and the GAA Club. The community effort was born in the early 1990s. The project was was put on ice for some years and then it was reignited in the early part of the New Millenium before taking wings in 2005. The GAA grounds of seven acres was bought in 1991 from Tom McDonald and the site for the community centre, McDonald’s Hall, was purchased in 2005. The Community Council and the GAA club pooled their resources to build new facilities opened in September 2011. Expanding the community spirit,

the Rower Inistioge GAA Club entered into a licence agreement with Inistioge Community Council whereby all the activities in the community part of the building are under the management of the Community Council, providing a single structure that caters for all the requirements of the local community. The entire venture has been a wonderful success for the people of the parish with the Cois Abhainn Community Centre at the heart of of all the activity in the area. In 2013 the GAA club leased an extra two acres to increase the size of the playing pitch and expand the parking area. This recent development has made it one of the finest GAA pitches in the county.

Hurling kings in great form

Referee Michael Owens with captains Donal O’Grady and Joey Holden

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Hogan’s stand as Cats run riot KILKENNY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 LIMERICK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-16 PAT TREACY HURLER of the Year Richie Hogan pulled the strings as he engineered and scored an array of points in this challenge. The Danesfort man hit 0-9 (5f) with Matthew Ruth springing from the bench to bag two goals. Mark Kelly also goaled. Team captain Joey Holden lined out at full back with Paul Murphy and Jackie Tyrrell in each corner while the All-Ireland winning half back line of Pádraig Walsh, Kieran Joyce and Cillian Buckley played in front of them. The Ballyhale trio of Michael and Colin Fennelly and TJ Reid didn’t feature in a game that saw Michael Rice enter the fray for the closing quarter.

Kilkenny’s Kevin Kelly shows brilliant determination

It was the Carrickshock man’s first outing in black and amber for over months. Brian Cody gave nine subs a run out during the game as Kilkenny prepare for a Leinster semi-final in mid-June. KILKENNY: Eoin Murphy, Paul Murphy, Joey Holden, Jackie Tyrrell, Pádraig Walsh, Kieran Joyce, Cillian Buckley, Conor Fogarty, Lester Ryan, Walter Walsh, Richie Hogan, John Power, Ger Aylward, Kevin Kelly, Mark Kelly. Subs: Richard Reid, Shane Prendergast, Michael Walsh, Robert Lennon, Brian Kennedy, Joe Lyng, Conor O’Shea, Matthew Ruth, Michael Rice. Scorers: Richie Hogan 0-9 (5f), Matthew Ruth 2-1, Mark Kelly 1-1, Ger Aylward 0-3, Lester Ryan 0-3, Kevin Kelly 0-2, Conor Fogarty 0-2, Cillian Buckley 0-1, John Power 0-1, Michael Rice 0-1, Walter Walsh 0-1.

Hurling is so relaxing, from left, Dr Bill Cuddihy, Owen Conway and Dermot Kavanagh

Tullogher Rosbercon U10 enjoyed half time mini game

The young guns of the Rower Inistioge

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