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Kim Fogarty, manager, Bank of Ireland, Callan welcomes GAA celebrity manager, Mickey Harte to Callan Enterprise 2016. Story and pics Pages 32, 42&43 Pic: Donal Foley

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God speed to Chernobyl Crew

Some of the Chernobyl Crew Pics: Donal Foley

Comrades in aid: Adi Roche and Jim Kavanagh

Malcolm Noonan, Susan Dunne, Mayor Joe Malone, Sarah and Jack Redmond

Edward Gabrie,l Penny Kavanagh, Robert Gabriel and Tom Brennan

Outreach Kilkenny volunteer, Anthony Martin

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Trad band, Drops of Green Pics: Donal Foley

Super â&#x201A;Ź500,000 Mercy Mission

Freeman, Pat Shortis and Frank Morrissey, Outreach volunteer

Support for project: Mary, Shirley, Breda and Michael Murphy

All set for a long journey

Team Chernobyl members at home and away

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13 APRIL 2016 Kilkenny Reporter

Maynooth University In September 2015 the third group of First Arts students started at Kilkenny Campus. Just under ninety students have been studying the first year of the Maynooth University Bachelor of Arts degree in Kilkenny (CAO Number MH901). After spending a year living and learning in Kilkenny the students are getting ready to transfer to the main Campus in Maynooth for years two and three. Many students from the local area find the financial benefits of living at home for their first year of college very attractive. For students from other parts of the country the opportunity to have the first year of their University experience in the vibrant city of Kilkenny has been very popular and has also brought revenue in to the city as many students lodge with local families. St. Kieranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college, where the Kilkenny Campus is located has made student accommodation available for students, adding to the appeal of Kilkenny as a great introduction to University life for a whole range of reasons.

Students past and present have been very positive about their experience in Kilkenny and have transitioned very well into their second year on the main Maynooth Campus. Their performance in exams and assignments was on a par with their counterparts on the main Campus and they benefitted greatly from the smaller class sizes; student focused learning environment and the vibrant campus community. They themselves have commented that: â&#x20AC;&#x153; we are eased into college life in a friendly environment and we get to know everyone really wellâ&#x20AC;?, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smaller classes are better, the lecturers know your nameâ&#x20AC;? This full time programme which has attracted Leaving Certificate and Mature Students alike offers the option of studying up to four subjects out of a choice of nine. Some of the most popular subjects from the main Campus are on offer including English, History, Sociology, Philosophy, Anthropology, and Economics and in 2016 Law will be available for the first time which offers students a route in to the legal profession.

To find out more about the campus or the degree program please visit www.kilkennyfirstarts.com, phone 01 7086755 or email: kilkennyfirstarts@nuim.ie

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at Callan Enterprise Town Callan Rose, Courtney Doheny receives her prize from Carmel Wall 2016 Pics: Donal Foley

Monkia and John Bermingham

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Kilkenny Library News Spotlight on City Library, John’s Quay Did You know that last year: • 73,785 people went through their doors • 59,420 items were borrowed • 12,400 times the internet was accessed in the library • 2,845 people joined the City library Membership is free for everyone, pick up your library card now! Over 800 people have joined so far this year.

Thomastown New quick reads available include titles by authors Maeve Binchy, Roddy Doyle, Agatha Christie and Ian Rankin. These could be a great option if you ﬁnd yourself pressed for time as they are, as the name suggests a ‘Quick Read’ and contain less than 100 pages per book.

Loughboy RTE lyric FM Music for all ages hosts a free performance in Loughboy Library on April 19, 4pm. RTÉ lyric fm offers a new stream of outreach activity this year. Music for all ages is an engaging and entertaining outreach programme of live music performances taking place in educational and community settings nationwide. The concept behind this project is Lifelong learning: listen, engage, enjoy.

This beautiful historic Carnegie Library was officially opened to the public on November 3, 1910, and now features over 32,000 items, including adult fiction and factual books, teenage collection, children’s stock, reference materials, music cds, dvds and box sets. They have wifi access, along with seven computers for internet access/printing. Priority is to provide people from all walks of life, from cradle to grave, with the opportunity to access knowledge and information in a safe environment. Staff are always available to give guidance on books, literacy, research and to help you find information you need. Whether you are using the library for business or pleasure, they offer a welcoming atmosphere to all. As part of Kilkenny Library Service Commemorations for 1916, Maurice O’Keeffe of Irish Life and Lore will visit. He will discuss recording’s of his interviews with relatives of those involved in 1916 from his recently published The 1916 Rising Oral History Collections. This is a free event and will begin at 7pm on April 27. Doors will be open from 6.45pm. Anyone interested in joining a knitting and crochet group should go along on Tuesday nights between 6pm and 8pm. The Quay Book Club meets April 27 at 11.30am to discuss Miss Emily by Nuala O’Connor. New members welcome. Opening hours: Tuesday: 10am-1pm and 2-8pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:10am1pm and 2-5pm Saturday: 10am-1.30pm Closed on the Saturdays of Bank Holiday weekends Phone 056-779 4174 Email: citylibrary@kilkennylibrary.ie

The programme is presented by the RTÉ lyric fm Quartet led by presenter Evelyn Grant, ﬂute/piano, Mary McCague, violin/piano, Jean Kelly, concert harp/electric harp and Gerry Kelly, cello. Their outreach concerts are free as part of RTÉ's public service commitments. Alzheimer’s Tea Day will be held at Loughboy Library on May 5, 10am-1pm. It is hoped Tea Day 2016 will be the biggest yet. All proﬁts go directly to services that support people living with dementia in our local area. This event is in conjunction with The Kilkenny Day Care Centre, Fr Walsh Close, Cootes Lane, Kilkenny. Tel: Ruth Maher 77-71230 The Voices of Hope Choir made up those living with Parkinson’s Disease will perform during the Bealtaine Festival on May 12, 11am.

Urlingford Oil painting art classes have started on Tuesdays for the next six weeks, 10.30am to 12.30pm. If interested bring a blank canvas measuring 16” x 20”, a mixing pallet or plate and pallet knife, kitchen roll, wet wipes and a bag. €30 to be paid on enrolment. The Writers’ Group next meeting is on April 19, 6.15pm to 7.50pm. Budding writers are always welcome. Just telephone Michael to ﬁnd out more about it. Tel. 087 6842955 Card making classes for adults on Tuesdays, 10.30am to 11.30am, materials supplied; €2 per adult per class.

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A Poem for Ireland is a National competition to commemorate The 1916 Rising. Sinéad Brennan, Moneenroe, a 5th year student of Castlecomer Community School won the county ﬁnal with An Damhsa Gaelach. This poem goes forward to the national ﬁnal in early May. Bits ‘n’ Pieces Craft Exhibition from Noeleen Murtagh Moneenroe, will be on display from April 13 to 30. Children’s author, Eithna Coen meets primary school students on Tuesday pril 19 in the library. Her Summer Hurling blitz is a must for young hurling fans. Contact: 056/4440561 castlecomer@kilkennylibrary.ie

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Changes by Charles Bradley Charles Bradley, the subject of a 2012 documentary, is a soul man with a storied past, not least his long stint as a James Brown impersonator. Here, on his third album since emerging as an artist in his own right, Bradley evokes a kind of weary, vintage warmth as he tackles heartbreak in the company of the Daptone Horns, and blanches at the state of the world on the unexpectedly dubby Change for the World. Most notable of all is a cover of Black Sabbathâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Changes, teasing out the blues-metal bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heretofore unnoticed soul bent.

Game of the week

Morrissey Motors

FIFA 16

An official Peugeot Dealer, Morrissey Motors have great value offers on new Peugeot products and services. Morrissey Motors have state-of-theart showrooms on the Waterford Rd, Kilkenny,relocating from the Hebron Industrial Estate. If you are looking for a particular model or not sure what you are looking for ,Morrissey Motors has an extensive range of models and their helpful sales team will ensure you chose the right vehicle for your needs. Visit morrisseymotors.ie for more details.

FIFA 16 innovates across the entire pitch to deliver a balanced, authentic, and exciting football experience that lets you play your way in your favourite mdoes and compete at a higher level. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have Confidence in Defending, take Control in Midfield, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll produce more Moments of Magic than ever before.

Clinic of the week

Faceworks Faceworks offers specialised aesthetic treatments that are medically based, scientifically proven and results driven. The friendly team are passionate about delivering the best results, using only the top products, in a safe, clinical environment and are constantly training and updating their skills. Faceworks specialises in treatments that can combat the signs of ageing, and improve your skin, your appearance, and your overall confidence. Visit faceworks.ie for more information

Book of the week

All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders Childhood friends Patricia Delfine, a witch, and Laurence Armstead, a mad scientist, parted ways under mysterious circumstances during school. But as adults they both wind up in near-future San Francisco, where Laurence is an engineering genius and Patricia works with a small band of other magicians to secretly repair the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever growing ailments. But something is determined to bring them back together - to save the world, or end it.

Movie of the week

The Huntsman: Winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s War Betrayed by her evil sister Ravenna (Charlize Theron), heartbroken Freya (Emily Blunt) retreats to a northern kingdom to raise an army of huntsmen as her protectors. Gifted with the ability to freeze her enemies in ice, Freya teaches her soldiers to never fall in love. When Eric (Chris Hemsworth) and fellow warrior Sara defy this rule, the angry queen does whatever she can to stop them. As war between the siblings escalates, Eric and Sara unite with Freya to end Ravennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wicked reign.

App of the week

The Score If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a sports fanatic and need to keep up with the results no matter what sport or team you support, then theScore is an essential app that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want to make sure is installed on your device. Covering Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Europa League, European Championships, World Cup, Formula 1 racing, ATP tennis, MMA, PGA golf, NFL, NCAA Football, MLB, NBA, NHL and every other major sport and competition itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bound to have all the stats, scores and news you need.

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TASTER DAY HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED SECOND-LEVEL TEACHING AS A CAREER? Then the Student Teacher Experience Day is for you! Come along to: •

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MIC, St. Patrick’s Campus, Thurles, Saturday, 23rd of April, 2016 @ 10.30am

MIC, St. Patrick’s Campus offers second level concurrent teacher education programmes which are approved by the Teaching Council and accredited by the University of Limerick. Graduates are qualified to teach in post-primary schools in the areas of Accounting, Business Studies, Irish and Religious Studies. To register for this event please email your name, mobile number and school to paula.hourigan@mic.ul.ie

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a wide variety of nutritious Salads.Â Chef Agnieszka Zygadlo also provides hot lunches such as Yellow Thai Chicken Curry, Kilmore Quay Fishermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pie, Beef Stroganoff, Vegan Ratatouille to name but a few! The healthy menu has been created using the best ingredients from local suppliers to cater for all dietary requirements. There is also a Take-Out & Outside Catering Menu available. Mug*Shot CafĂŠ serves freshly ground Italian Lavazza Coffee and SUKI Herbal Teas to accompany many sweet treats, especially for Coeliacs. Word on the street is

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Given that last week’s New Moon was in your sign it really might be time to think all about you! From giving thought to how you look after yourself, to which relationships bring most pleasure and where you want to be this time next year, making a plan should suit you well. It’s true that Mars turns retrograde (in another Fire sign) next week and that progress could then be hampered by events beyond your control. The part of you that ‘does’ strategy should be working well midweek. The question is ‘why’? and who might prompt this action. It’s quite possible that a colleague sees an opportunity and is keen for this to be seized - and before the middle of the month. Of course they might not be aware of either the history of a situation or the practicalities that first need to be addressed. Early next week, Mars appears to stand still in your opposite sign. This week it seems to be slowing down. You may get the sense that a partner or close associate might also be about to backtrack. Much as you might enjoy being with those who are dynamic and willing to join you on a journey, you might also know that as of next week very different energies will require attention Thursday’s First Quarter Moon is in your sign. This may be the optimum moment to think back to your birthday last year and the hopes and dreams of that period. It may be that it’s not too late to rescue one or two of these. Indeed, a series of promising aspects points to the strong possibility of moving forward with plans that for many reasons have been on hold. If at all possible,‘hold your horses’.Tempting as it may be to race off, Mars turns retrograde in the early part of next week: if you were a rider, this would be similar to going from good ground to soft. In short, the pace is going to change. If you don’t start too fast negotiating that change in tempo should be easier. It might be as well to listen to the very good counsel of someone who is a natural leader and who has experience you can draw on. For many signs, it’s sure to be all systems go this week.You are unlikely to be an exception. However, it might be as well to bear in mind that as of next week Mars, which is presently travelling across the base of your solar chart, turns retrograde.This week’s fast pace is unlikely to continue. Of course, it’s entirely possible that those around you are anxious to get on with something. They may feel to be at the cutting edge and that it’s imperative to take action now. For so many reasons you could be hyped-up this week. It may be that plans that have been incubating for some years are now set in motion. There might also be an air of urgency and chaos around. True, at one level you could thrive on the fact that progress is at last being made. Even so, it would be wise not to underestimate the effect any disharmony could have on you. For a variety of reasons, the actual pace of life could seem very fast. It might also feel fractionally uncomfortable. Yet at the weekend both Mars and Pluto (your ruling planets) both come to stations prior to beginning retrograde periods. This suggests a distinct change of pace from the weekend. True, you might not feel particularly at ease until early May, yet you might also agree that distinct if slow progress is being made.

Next weekend Mars stations in your sign. This is highly unusual. Not for a moment does it suggest that you too will stand still, but it is likely to mark significant development in your life journey. Those involved in any kind of major refurbishment should find this a positive time. It may be that what’s uncovered provides more opportunity even if it also increases expense. It’s very likely that as both Mars and Pluto arrive at stations next weekend, you will feel the need to draw a line in the sand. It may be that a plan is simply unachievable in the given timescale. It might be as well to anticipate others being in a highly charged emotional state between Tuesday and Thursday. A strong possibility is that they’ve taken on more than is actually achievable. The pace this week could be frantic. You might also know that whatever it is that you’re involved in has been long anticipated by someone who feels comfortable that you are on their side. Working partnerships develop quite naturally and easily. That is, until the First Quarter Moon on Thursday. It’s at that point that you might realise that someone is far more emotional about developments than they have so far indicated. Next weekend, Mars stations at the apex of your solar chart. This is unusual and suggests you may have arrived at a vantage point career-wise. Taking stock, and then preparing for a move later in the year may be advisable. It could be that a creative idea you’ve been incubating since at least July of last year, is given momentum. A further possibility, is that someone born under either your own sign, or Jupiter ruled Sagittarius, will ask if you’re prepared to work with them.

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Retention permission is sought for the drop in floor level of existing dwelling, the construction of an 43m2 extension to the rear, new pitched roof, Internal alterations, construction of a new roadside boundary wall & the set back of existing entrance gates & railings & all associated site works at Clomantagh, Woodsgift, via Thurles, Co. Kilkenny. Signed: Vinny Colclough 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, 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.

- Further Information I, Dermot Cantwell have applied for planning permission to erect dwelling house, domestic garage and all associated works at Ryelanes and Desart Demesne, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny. Planning Reference No. 15/697. Please note that Significant Further Information/Revised Plans have been furnished to the Planning Authority in respect of this proposed development, and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours of 9:00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority within a period of 2 weeks from the date of receipt of the revised public notices. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of â&#x201A;Ź20, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation and such submission or observation 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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I, Sean Whitehead, wish to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Planning Permission to construct a slatted lean-to cattle shed (simple steel frame) with underlying slurry storage facility & a loose farm shed (steel portal frame) to add to the existing farmyard buildings in place, along with all with associated site works, on my farm at Powerstown East, Goresbridge, Co. Kilkenny. The proposed development shall be located adjacent to a Motte, which is a Recorded Monument (KK025-008) and is also close to Ecclesiastical Remains, which is also a Recorded Monument (KK025-007). 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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existing garage to the side of dwelling house, build extension to front and side of existing dwelling house, construct new boundary/dividing walls, relocate entrance and all associated site development works at 22 Greenfields, Freshford Road, 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. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 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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Tuesday 12 April 2016 Course Notes Divot repair sessions continue on Monday evening at 7pm. Anyone willing to give an hour of their time please submit your name to the office and you will be sent a text message reminder whenever we are having a session. Sand Bags Any Members who have discovered a lawn growing in the boot of their car are requested to return the bags of sand mix to the Club. AON Insurance This the final opportunity for Members to avail of the personal insurance scheme on offer from AON Insurance. Club Mixed Foursomes The entries for the ‘mixed’ has closed however we could do with two more ladies to join two single men. Social Activities Snooker In the semi-finals Paul Cleere beat Dereck Kinahan to set up a finals meeting with Brendan Wall who overcame Aidan Brennan. Bridge Results 4 April Ann Lee & Ann Kelly Brendan McIntyre & John King Mary Bradshaw & Joan O’Sullivan Results April Monthly Medal Sat., Sun., Mon., 9, 10, 11 April Michael Kinchella (16) 65 Pat Walsh (11) 66 Patrick o’Shea (9) 69 Best Gross Conor Boland (5) 75 5. Brian Delaney (11) 70 (B9) 6. Oliver Carter (8) 70 TWO’s CLUB Saturday 9th 6th. Mark Shortall, 10th. Robert o’Shea, James Young, Sean Tyrell 15th. Charlie Browne, Colin Corbett, 17th. Morgan Walshe, Patrick o’Shea, Denis Brophy, Colin Corbett Sunday 10th. 6th. Kieran Wall Monday 11th. 10th. John Geoghegan Each Two was worth €14.50 and is credited in the Pro Shop. Results - Seniors Mixed Champagne Scramble - 7th April 1st - Eddie Guilfoyle, Chris Kelly, Hilda Richardson, Kathleen Price – 70 Pts 2nd - Tommy Walton, Richard Butler, Catherine Keane, Josie Bolger - 69 Pts 3rd - Noel Skehan, Maurice Ryan, Kathleen Gaffney, Breda Kavanagh – 66 Pts 4th - John O’Regan, Tony Joyce, Tom Buckley, Carmel O’Shea – 65 Pts 5th - Tom Dunne, Rodger Curran, Phil Cooke, Barbara Schofield – 63 Pts (B6) 6th - Martin Murphy, David Ryan, Mary Prendergast, Mary O’Connell – 63 Pts 7th - Billy Burke, Reay Brandon, Catherine Barrett, Anne Gubbins – 62 Pts (B6) 72 Played (38 Men and 34 Ladies) Fixtures Tuesday 12 April 08.20-10.20 12.20-14.20 Ladies 9 & 18 Hole Competition 16.04-17.00 17.16 - 17.48. Duggan Cup Practice Wednesday 13 April 07.30 - 17.00. Ladies & Gents open Singles Thursday 09:30 - 10:45 Senior Ladies

10:45 - 13:24 Senior Men 13.30 - 14.20 Members Time Friday 15 April 13.00 - 14.30 Members Time Saturday 16 April 07.30 - 08.52 Members Time 09.00 - 12.44 Lions Club Golf Classic 12.52 - 13.16 Peacocks Golf Society 13.24 - 14.12 Members Time 14.20 - 14.52 Visitors 15.00 - 15.32 Kilkenny v Castlecomer (U15) 15.40 - 16.52 Men’s & Ladies Competition Sunday 17 April 07.30 - 16.36 Men’s & Ladies Competition (Men’s Singles Qualiﬁer) (Ladies 9 & 18 hole Stableford Competition) Monday 18 April 13.00 - 14.30 Members Time 15.00 - 1644 Men’s Singles Qualiﬁers Tuesday 19 April 08.20-10.20 12.20-14.20 Ladies 9 & 18 Hole Competition 16.04-17.00 Wednesday 13.00 - 14.30 Members Time Ladies Club Notes Team News correction With the rescheduling of the Challenge Cup last week, changes had to be made to the Kilkenny line up. Kay Gray and Joan O’Sullivan were late call ups to the team. Kay won her match, and Joan received a walk over. Kilkenny lost 3:2. Results 5th April 18 Hole Stroke 1st Marian Woods (19) 69 2nd Yvonne Egan (11) 73 Best Gross: Orla Dunphy (2) 78 Gross 3rd Liz Neary (17) 76 (B.9) 4th Mary Leahy Browne (3) 76 (B.9) 5th Jan Browne (10) 76 net (B.9) 9 HOLE COMPETITION 1st Ger O Connor (24) 16 pts 2nd Breda Kavanagh (30) 15 pts 3rd Joan Norris (23) 14 pts Pro-Shop Specials All Galvin Green Clothing Reduced - 20% off rain wear - 20% off insula tops - 40% off base layer tops New Spring / Summer stock - Gents Sketchers golf shoes - Ladies Footjoy shoes - Ladies and Gents Calvin Klein and Cutter & Buck clothing - Dwyer & Co. Gents golf trousers Start the season off with an MOT on your golf clubs, make your clubs feel like new with a new set of grips. Wide selection available, call in for great deals on full sets of grips. Titleist Custom Fitting Day - Wed 20th April There are a couple of slots available between 15.00hrs and 17.00 hrs. Please phone Pro Shop for appointments

Castlecomer Mens Singles weekly competition The weather was again the talking point of the weekend action. Winter conditions were the order of the day with the cold conditions making the heavy showers almost unbearable. Barry Doyle has been the form golfer so far this year. Barry had already won the Open Singles on Thursday and made it back to back victories when he returned a score of 39 pts to edge out M.J. Farrell by

virtue of a better back nine. Barry had birdies on holes 10 and 13. 1. Barry Doyle 39 pts b9 2. MJ.Farrell (16) (Gowran Pk) 39 pts Gross Brian Young (5) 32 pts Cat 1. Peter Wilson (10) (M/Juliet) 37 pts Cat 2. Padraig McNally (14) (M/ View) 38 pts Cat 3. Stephen Allen (27) 36 pts Fixtures Thurs 14th Mens Open Singles Sat16th / Sun 17th Mens Open Singles Inter Club The Irish Mixed Team advanced to the next round when they defeated Mount Wolseley. Castlecomer won their two home matches and one away. The other two away matches were called in. Panel Michael Curry, Lorretta Mansfield, Victor Smyth, Joan Brennan, Ken Hovenden, Maria Downey, Jason Brennan, Frieda Campion, Michael Daly, Honoria Fogarty. Managers Victor Smyth, Jo Costigan The Barton Cup match v Borris fell foul of the weather and has been refixed for Sun 17th Feb Castlecomer ladies golf notes Weekly competition sponsored by Reidy /Foley solicitors This week’s competition was won by Emma Walsh with a fantastic score of 38 points Ita Madigan came 2nd with 36 points and well done to newcommer Bessie Brophy who finished 3rd. Next week’s competition is sponsored by the ladies committee -play Tuesday Saturday or Sunday. The 2nd round of the mixed is on Sunday, please put your names on sheet in front hallway Ladies inter club competitions The inter club competitions are starting and well done to the intermediate ladies team who had a great win over Gowran. Castlecomer won 3 matches and now move onto the next round. Players home -Susan Boland Betty Byrne and Maureen Norton Away Nuala Mahon and Helen Murphy. Yoga Yoga continues in the clubhouse every Monday 9.45am. All are welcome. Beginners golf Lessons are ongoing contact Helen Dunne 087-2540726.

Mountain View Cancellation The monthly medal and Round 3 of the Spring League were cancelled last weekend due to heavy rain on Sunday. They are rescheduled for this coming weekend and can be played on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Club Doubles Qualiﬁer On weekend of 24/4/16 The club doubles qualiﬁer takes place. The competition will be a Fourball Better Ball with the top sixteen pairs qualifying for the 2016 Club Doubles Matchplay. The Fourball Better Ball winners will represent the club in this years Holmpatrick Cup. Winter Rules Due to the continuing wet weather winters rules will be in play until further notice. Our 9 Hole weekday competitions will recommence as soon as winter rules are lifted. Diary Sunday Apr 17th Monthly Medal and Spring League Round 3. Tuesday Apr 19th Mountain View Seniors Competition.

Wednesday Apr 20th Ladies Singles Competition. Thursday Apr 21st MV Seniors 13 Hole Competition. Sunday Apr 24th Club Doubles Qualiﬁer.

Gowran Park Congratulations to winning jockeys David and Paul Congratulations to our golf club members David Mullins and Paul Townend on their spectacular success at Aintree over last weekend – a tremendous achievement for both young men with David winning the Grand National in great style and Paul taking the honour of Champion Jockey at Aintree 2016. In their honour a celebratory evening will be held on Wednesday 4th May, commencing with a 9 hole scramble at 6.30 p.m. and followed by a BBQ. As numbers will be limited members and their guests are invited to register immediately in the golf office. Members Weekly Competition Our planned 18 hole competition had to be cancelled for the second week running. The golf course was open but with the rain, wind and cold temperatures only a few golfers braved the course and they only made it to the second before abandoning. Monthly Medal Next weekend sees the 2nd monthly medal of the season – timesheet available online. Remember we have a new category prize for 18+ handicappers in every Monthly Medal. Matchplay The draws were made for both Matchplays on Sunday afternoon. We are enforcing strict rules on match completion dates this year, please note the below; 1. All matches must be completed by the date on the Draw Sheet- NO EXCEPTIONS 2. Winner must update the Draw Sheet. 3. If unable to arrange a time with opponent prior to the final date, phone the Competition Secretary Ger Treacy (086 8668096) who will arrange a time. - Competition Secretary must be contacted prior to final day or a coin will be tossed. 4. Uncompleted or non-updated matches will result in a coin toss. 5. All entry fees must be paid prior to first match. Draw Sheets are up in the locker room with cut off dates. Golfer of the Year points are also awarded for the matchplays, so make sure to enter! Weekly 9 Hole Competition Last week Larry Comerford won the 9 hole with 21 points. The 9 hole continues this Wednesday as usual. Ladies Results 11 hole Singles Stableford Wednesday 6th April 2016 1st Kate Hennessy(13) 25pts 2nd Niamh Connolly(17) 20pts c/ back Well done to the Ladies Challenge Cup Team who had a great win over Waterford Castle in their 1st round. At home in very wet and windy conditions, Lady Captain Kerri Bolger and Eithne Byrne both won their matches on the 16th. Brigid Mullins was called in while battling heroically on the 15th and Mary Purcell had had a great win on the 17th in Waterford Castle. Mary McEvoy was also called in. Team Manager was Ann Mullins. In the Intermediate Cup, Gowran Park lost 3 and 2. Ann Farrell and Helen Dunne won their matches but

kilkennyreporter.ie it was not enough to save the day, however it was a close match overall. Team Manager was Maura Coe. Congratulations to Kate Hennessy who is the ‘Lady Qualiﬁer’ representing Gowran Park in the Dubai Duty Free Amateur Open to be played at Powerscourt Golf Club on Tuesday 19th April. We wish her the best of luck.

Callan New members integration competition We will be holding a new members integration competition in a few weeks time and this will be a great way for new members to meet your fellow club members in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere where winning is not the goal. New member will be paired with regular club members and we hope this will help you enjoy your new club that bit more and introduce you to the friendly and helpful atmosphere that our club is renowned for. Watch this space for beginning dates which will be announced shortly. Interclub competitions 2016 Our club teams for 2016 are now being filled and if you are intersted in playing please contact the respective team captains directly. Our Duggan Cup captain for this year is Seamus Cuddihy and he has big shoes to fill as our previous Duggan cup Management team of Liam Brennan and Paddy Grace brought us all the way to the finals over the previous two years. But there is no doubt that Seamus will bring his easy style of doing things to his team and will, no doubt, do us all proud. Our retiring Duggan cup team manager wishes Seamus all the best in continuing the good form of previous years. Club foursomes and scratch cup matchplay 2016 If you wish to play in the club foursomes competition or the scratch cup this year the entry forms are now up in the men’s locker room. Entry this year is still only €6 for the foursomes and €10 for the scratch cup. Membership for 2016 Our membership number are up on last year, which bodes well for the future growth of our Club. Rates for 2016 have been held at the same rate across all membership categories, which are great value for access to a fantastic golf course and to benefit from such a friendly and inclusive club for everyone. We have fantastic deals for new or lapsed members from €499 (€449 for seniors). Membership for existing members remains at €549. We are offering full membership for €399 which includes your insurance and GUI fee, with no joining fee, to members aged between 21 and 31. That represents amazing value and full details/finance options are available from Margaret on 0567725136. Men’s Competitions The RGA were out on Monday the 4th and 36 played. The 12 hole 3 man scramble competition was won by Paddy Grace, John Kinsella and Paul Coogan on 37.9 . In 2nd place were Andrew Whelan, Eamon Holohan and Tom Walsh on 41.4 and in 3rd place was the team of Des Murphy, Martin Parker and John Hogan with a score of 42.3 shots. The men’s singles qualifier scheduled for the weekend was posponed until the following weekend due to the adverse weather on Sunday. 37 played on Saturday and the results from that competition was in 1st place with a great score

of 44 points Robert Reid (15) in 2nd place Patrick Donovan (16) on 36 points and in 3rd place with 36 points Richard McKeever (5). The gross prize went to Ian Gough with 23 points. We had five winners in the two’s club Richard Condon and Joe Madigan on the 14th and Ian Gough, Roland Komer and Joe Pollard on the 16th. Niall Brett will be the mens representive to play in the qualifiers for the honour of playing in the Pro Am competition the day before the Irish open, best of luck Niall and Anna, do us proud in the K Club. Ladies Competitions The Ladies results from their 18 hole competition hIeld on the 5th of April were in 1st place Anna Starr with 35 points, in 2nd place was Marion O’Mahoney with 33 points, 3rd was Breda Ryan with 33 points, in 4th place was Kathleen Phelan with 33 points and in 5th place was Berna Walsh with with 32 points. The 9 hole competition was won by Maura Holden with 13 points and in 2nd place was Mary H Grace with 12 points. Anna Starr as the singles winner in the 18 hole competition will be Callan ladies representive to play in the qualifiers for the honour of playing in the Pro Am competition the day before the Irish open. Fixtures Diary week ending 2nd April Wednesday 13th April: Open singles stableford sponsored by O’Dwyers Golf Shops. Thursday 14th April: Senior Ladies tee time 10am-12am Saturday 16th April: Men’s singles qualifiers Sunday 17th April: Men’s singles qualifiers Monday 18th April: RGA Tee time 11.30am-1.30am for the Jack O’Shea Trophy Tuesday 19th April: Ladies Day Course condition update The rain of late has caused some difficulties on certain holes especially on the back 4 but the greens and fairways are generally very good. Pole forking will be next week, weather permitting. Sand divot repair bags will be available to every player to carry on their round from next week and we would please ask all players to use these to repair any divots that cannot be replace after your shot. Golf Lessons If you are interested in improving your golf we have a fantastic offer at the moment with 4 golf lessons for only €40 for male and female members. Beginners Lessons for both male and female will be commencing April 16th. Please contact Margaret in the office on 056-7725136 to register. Club Lotto Week 3 Results for a jackpot of €1550 and the numbers drawn were 11,19,23. There was no winner. There were 3 lucky dip winners of €30 each Paul Wall, Maura Kinchella and Denis Hamilton. The sellers were John D.Grace and John Kinchella. Next week’s jackpot is €1650. We would like to thank you for your support as this is a vital part of our club and the people behind running it deserve our sincere thanks as they do Trojan work which may sometimes be forgotten. Ladies Spring League The entry form for the 2016 ladies spring league is on the desk in the ladies locker room. All ladies interested in playing please put your name on the list now starting date will be at the end of March and the teams will be posted up in the locker rooms. We will have two months to complete this competition.

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The gallant Kilkenny League team that fell 4-2 to the Carlow League in the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s LFA Final at Carlow IT on Sunday Pics: Martin Doheny

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5HSRUWHU Soccer Fixtures TODAY, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13 Division 2 Callan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 6.45pm FRIDAY, APRIL 15 Division 3 (6.45) Castlewarren v Clover â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Deen Celtic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Paulstown; St Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s v Thomastown â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122; SATURDAY, APRIL 16 Youthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Cup Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Fair Green, 2.30pm 7-aside Cup Tullaroan v Clover, Derdimus, 4pm; Evergreen v Thomastown, Derdimus, 5.30pm McCalmont Cup Fort Rangers v Freshford Town, 6.45pm SUNDAY, APRIL 17 Leinster Junior Cup Thomastown United v Sportslink, 2pm; Gorey Rangers v Evergreen, 2pm McCalmont Cup (10.30am) East End v Callan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Callan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; Brookville v Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Division 1 Bridge United v Spa United, 10.30am Division 2 Lions â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10.30am Division 3 Thomastown â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Villa, 10.30am; Deen Celtic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Evergreen 46, 10.30am; St Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s v Clover â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 2.30am; Paulstown v St Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 10.30am FRIDAY, APRIL 22 Division 2 Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Callan â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 10.30am Division 3 Deen Celtic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; v Thomastown â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 6.45 Division 3 Cup Villa v Castlewarren, 6.45

5HSRUWHU Soccer Results McCalmont Cup Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 1, Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 4; Deen Celtic â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6, River Rangers 4; Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2, Spa United 0; Thomastown â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3, Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 0 Premier Division Newpark â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2, Freebooters â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 1; Freshford Town v Stoneyford United off Division 1 Bridge United â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3, Tullaroan 1 Youthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Division 1 Freebooters 2, Evergreen â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2 LFA Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup Final Carlow League 4, Kilkenny League 2

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