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Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY 8 JULY 2015

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8 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY, 8 JULY 2015

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Close shave for mother of two JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Super actor went to St Kieranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College

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ThĂŠrapie Clinic SUMMER SALE Celebrating 14 Years of Innovation

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News Family affair: Mothers and daughters enjoy Gaelic Football

Oh brother it’s mother and she is togging out JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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USA & Canada Sale MUST BOOK BY 20TH JULY 2015

"The problem with visiting the United States is - Where do begin? The dynamic excitement of cities with iconic buildings such as the White House and Capitol Buildings in Washington DC, the buzz and vibrancy of New York. Boston, the city which integrates the natural environment, historic seats of learning in Harvard, culinary highlights, super shopping and all within a walk of each other. Chicago's fantastic skyline shimmers as you fly in over Lake Michigan, the city is renowned for fantastic improv comedy shows, excellent shopping in the Aurora outlets, theatre combined with super cool jazz and blues venues. Orlando - home to some of the finest theme parks in the world, but also close to the Kennedy Space Centre, the beaches of Clearwater, the everglades and so much more. And of course, San Francisco, the endless opportunities to push out into the vast expanses of the South Western United States. Visit Yosemite National Park, the coastal drive of the Big Sur, the Big 5 National Parks of Utah, Death Valley and the unique cultural diversity of San Francisco itself. Right now we've fantastic value on direct flights with Aer Lingus to Washington DC, Boston, New York, Chicago, Toronto and San Francisco combined with excellent value in hotels, car hire, attractions and shows. You need look no further than Marble City Travel and our online offering of Flyme.ie. See Flyme.ie or call into our office - Marble City Travel, James Street, Kilkenny for more details. Travel to be completed 10th of March 2016

Includes flights taxes and Accomodation Las Vegas 4 Nights Hotel : Luxor Fr €699pp Via Washington DC

Boston 4 Nights Midtown Hotel Fr €699pp Direct

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Orlando 7 Nights Rosen Pointe Orlando Fr €759pp Direct

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New York 3 Nights New Yorker Fr €689pp Direct

Chicago 3 Nights Essex Inn Fr €799pp Direct

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Discover a life free of glasses and contact lenses

The Facts about Laser Eye Surgery Why continue to struggle with glasses and contact lenses when you can enjoy 20:20 vision and a life free of glasses with a simple, 10 minute procedure that is laser eye surgery? We get the facts about Laser Eye Surgery at Optilase. Laser eye surgery is one of the most advanced and commonly performed surgeries with over 30 million people worldwide choosing, quite wisely, to ditch their glasses and contact lenses. Celebrities who have had laser eye surgery include Padraig Harrington, Pat Kenny and Brian Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Driscoll. Optilase seems to be the eye clinic of choice for Irish sports people, with Rugby stars Doug Howlett and Denis Hurley as well as GAA star Donal Og Cusack both turning to Optilase for their laser eye surgery. Top model and sporting enthusiast Roz Purcell also had laser eye surgery at Optilase and tweeted: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was blind, now I can see, thank you Optilase, feeling great alreadyâ&#x20AC;? a few hours after surgery.

zenith of safety and predictabilityâ&#x20AC;?, said Surgeon and Medical Director of Optilase, Mr Wayne Crewe Brown.

1\Z[ ^OH[ PZ SHZLY L`L Z\YNLY`& Laser Eye Surgery involves the gentle re-shaping of the cornea to improve its focusing ability and remove the need for corrective eye wear.

+VLZ P[ O\Y[& The over-riding response from patients is to wonder at how painless the procedure actually is. It takes just a few moments per eye and Optilase uses only the most advanced technology so there really is nothing to be frightened of.

/V^ SVUN KVLZ P[ [HRL& The actual procedure takes about 10 minutes per eye and patients are usually required to rest for half an hour or so in the clinic afterwards and then go home to sleep for a few hours. On waking eyesight is sharper and improves with each day.

the patient is typically able to once again see near objects and read ďŹ ne print, without the need for reading glasses.

>OH[ HIV\[ [OL JVZ[& It is estimated that a person will spend anything up to â&#x201A;Ź20,000 on glasses and contact lenses over their lifetime so laser eye surgery is actually much more cost effective. At Optilase, prices start at only â&#x201A;Ź795 per eye. Absolutely everyone we have spoken to had the same response â&#x20AC;&#x201C; why on earth didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t I do it sooner!

2YHU PLOOLRQ SHRSOH ZRUOG ZLGH KDYH KDG ODVHU H\H VXUJHU\ Optilase was one of the ďŹ rst independent clinics in the country and now has clinics nationwide including Barronstrand Street in Waterford. Their experienced team of Surgeons has carried out over 40,000 laser eye surgery procedures and are leaders in their ďŹ eld, in Ireland, Europe and Worldwide. Contact Optilase in Waterford to arrange a free consultation, call 1890 301 302 or visit their website for more information, www.optilase.com.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;The life changing results of laser eye surgery are evident almost immediately and the most common response from our patients is always â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t I do it years ago!â&#x20AC;? and to wonder at how pain-free the experience actually is. Having been involved in laser eye surgery for over 20 years and having performed in the region of 30,000 laser eye procedures, I can comfortably say that the ďŹ eld has reached a

Over 30 million people worldwide have had laser eye surgery. Can you imagine the likes of Kim Kardashian, Nicola Kidman or Brad Pitt wearing glasses or ďŹ ddling around with contact lenses? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because they chose to have laser eye surgery! Thousands of people across Ireland have beneďŹ tted from having laser eye surgery and are now enjoying life free of glasses and lenses.

>OH[ HIV\[ YLHKPUN NSHZZLZ& Did you know that there is also a procedure available to eliminate the need for reading glasses? The procedure at Optilase involves a tiny inlay, smaller than a contact lens and one-fourth the thickness of a single human hair which is is placed in a small pocket in the cornea of the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s non-dominant eye. Within hours,

Donal Og Cusack had laser eye surgery at Optilase

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After dark: Outdoor lights and lanterns create instant mood, while throws and a stylish firepit will help make the most of Irish summer evenings

1. Pug Multi double duvet set by #Bedding. Price: €45, Home Focus at Hickeys, Kilkenny Retail Park 2. Tulip Tea Light Holder. Price: €8.95, from Carraig Donn, Macdonagh Junction, Kilkenny 3. Helen James Considered Tribeca Chair. Price: €195 each, from Dunnes Stores 4. Salsbury Rustic Oak Kitchen Island. From Modern Living, Green St, Kilkenny 5. Antoinette Sleigh Bed, available from Meubles Furniture, Kilkenny Retail Park

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This is a clear, cool and gorgeous sauv blanc from Gascony. Think apple, pear, lime with a crisp dry finish. Keep the food simple with this one: salads, chicken, simple fish. Even well matched to plain cheeses. Let the fresh floral flavours shine! Price: â&#x201A;Ź10.99

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areas with fantastic traditional produce such as soda and three-seed loafs as well as tarts, crumbles and sponges. The baking is done so under great care, using only quality ingredients in the old-style traditional way. Tessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Homestyle Baking, Paul and Theresa Doyle, 73 B Hebron, Industrial Estate, Kilkenny: 087 6489384.

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Built in 1980 “Stilowin” is a superb detached executive residence with garage and outhouses. Situated in a quiet cul de sac just oﬀ Greenshill in the centre of Kilkenny. The property has been tastefully laid out to provide the ultimate space for family convenience and features one of the nicest, private rear gardens we have ever seen. Family/TV Room. Home oﬃce, Dining Room, Drawing Room, Study, 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. 195.1 sq m/2,100 Sq Ft. Outhouses 490 Sq Ft. Sunny rear garden. Price: €455,000 BER: D2 107674970 PSRA: 001710

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KILLEEN, KILMANAGH, CO. KILKENNY

A lovely 4 Bedroomed 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. Seldom does a house of such character, warmth and cosyness come to the market. It is a credit to its owners. Items Included: All carpets,curtains, blinds and electrical appliances are included. Some furniture may be negotiable. Extending to C.2,120 Sq Ft the property was virtually re-built and extended in 2007. Many of the original features have been retained. A home to be viewed. Price: €260,000 BER: C3 107296873 PSRA:001710

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11 ST JOHNS TERRACE, DUBLIN RD, KILKENNY

7 THE GROVE, WEIR VIEW,

Mid Terraced House in an excellent location within 350m of John Street Internally the property, which has not been inhibited for some time is in need of total Refurbishment and reﬁtting. 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Living Room, Sitting Room, Rear garden. Price €70,000. 86.3 sq m/929 Sq Ft PSRA: 001710 BER G No: 105187506

No 7 The Grove is a truly spacious well proportioned 5 Bed Detached Executive residence overlooking a circular green area in a private cull de sac at Weir View. Built around 2005 this is an exceptional family home, in a prime residential area within 1.5 km of all the amenities of Kilkenny City Centre and easily accessible to Kilkenny Ring Road. 5 Bedrooms, 2 Reception Rooms, 3 Bathrooms, 213.7 sqm/2,300 sq Ft. South facing rear garden. Price: €475,000 BER: C2 No: 107642092: PSRA: 001710 Call 056 77 21904

6 DEAN KAVANAGH PLACE, KILKENNY

9 JOHNS ROAD, LAKESIDE, KILKENNY

No 6 Dean Kavanagh Place fronts onto the main street and is a 4 bedroom end of terrace house with single storey extension to rear. While in need of some modernisation and decoration it is well located and close to all the amenities of Kilkenny. Guide Price: €125,000 BER: F 107606154 PSRA: 001710

Duplex unit on the ground and first floor with garden at rear. The property is currently rented with a rental income of €600 per month. Off street parking. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Price: €125,000 91.1 Sq m /981 Sq Ft BER: C3 No: 100384841

CASTLECOMER ROAD, KILKENNY

BOHERNACRUSSIA STREET, FRESHFORD, CO. KILKENNY

This is a spacious 5/6 Bedroomed residence of C.166.9m2, 1,796 Sq Ft situated at Bohernacrussia Street, in the village of Freshford. The property is a “project in waiting” and is ideal for the Builder/DIY enthusiast seeking renovation project. Guide Price: €125,000 BER: F 102686474 PSRA: 001710

40 PARLIAMENT STREET, KILKENNY, TEL: 056 77 21904

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CROSSWORDS It would be understandable if you began the week wincing at what needs to be faced. It may be that you feel you need to put on an act - perhaps because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re mixing with those who seem more powerful than you. That though is likely an illusion in itself. It may be that mentally you need a tune-up. This is more than just about self-confidence and may be as much about organising thinking. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entirely possible that you could feel undermined as the week begins. It may be that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been kept in near blissful ignorance about some developments and might not have full information for some days yet. This though could work as much for as against you. True, you could feel that someone has â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;pulled the rugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and yes, you may now be in a place where you positively need to make decisions. By the Last Quarter Moon on Wednesday you should at least know what the opposition is up to. Then, before the weekend, you could determine a way forward thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progressive, exciting and definitely not what some might have expected. The last Quarter Moon midweek likely marks the last phase of a project with a new one taking over in a few monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; time. For now, focusing on tidying things up demands attention. It may be that you need to be a little ruthless with the clearing out operation. It can help to think of yourself as a radio that tunes into hundreds of stations. As the planets move, some â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;stationsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; are easier to hear than others. Toward the end of this week you could hit on a station you rarely tune into but which really sets your heart racing Those of your sign have high levels of sensitivity - which might explain why you worry so much: maybe you tune in to difficulties and then go into â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;brain scramble modeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; trying to find resolution. This week it looks as though any difficulties to be faced belong to a family member.

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Midweekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Last Quarter Moon is in your opposite sign and could mark the beginning of the last phase of a project thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been much discussed in the last two years. Though you may wish for this to be concluded by your birthday, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as likely that it will take until next April to finally get to the finish line. At least until midweekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Last Quarter Moon it might be wise to focus not just on outstanding health issues but also on papers that have got into a muddle. Of course it may be that these could be filed under a variety of headings and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s making the whole job look so daunting. Dealing with restructuring is likely as the week begins. This may have been in the pipe-line since late 2012. Now - and most likely because a partner or close colleague is determined that the matter be dealt with, serious proposals could be made. Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Last Quarter Moon in another of the Cardinal signs signals the probable last phase of a project begun in late 2012. True, it may be that this involves a colleague or partner more than you. The knock-on effect is likely to be that an altered schedule is put in place before the weekend. Shared access - most likely transport related - could be a feature of this week. This matter though ought to be resolved around Wednesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Last Quarter Moon. It might also be that facts come to light which - if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d known about them earlier - would have made a difference to dealings over the last month. The Last Quarter Moon midweek could bring with it financial revelation. True, as the planet of surprises (Uranus) is involved, perhaps the message wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach you on that exact day - though itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely to come before the weekend.

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Entertainment

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Film review

Magic Mike XXL

Rated: 15

A different movie than its predecessor. It’s less serious, and far more entertaining. And yes, the dance sequences are creatively provocative, just as you were hoping. How exactly does one follow up Magic Mike, the surprise-hit, male-stripper melodrama that catered to a heated audience (mainly female, slightly male) but served them a cinematic buffet concocted by skilled storyteller Steven Soderbergh? Easy. You take the show on the road. To that extent, Magic Mike XXL is the most accurate depiction of male entertainers road-tripping from Tampa to Myrtle Beach for an annual convention that Hollywood has ever produced. If you only see one movie this summer about male strippers bonding over unfulfilled dreams while they titillate female clientele, make sure it’s this one. Why? Because it’s great.

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The Kilkennys The Kilkennys – one of Ireland’s finest group of young balladeers – are on the stage at Matt the Millers this Friday night. Renowned for their incredible musicianship and vocal abilities, The Kilkennys have gained

a reputation for revitalising traditional Irish music and adding their own touch of youth and energy. Forming at a young age, over the last 14 years The Kilkennys have toured all over Ireland and

have taken their music as far afield as Las Vegas, Germany, Holland, Switzerland and the Czech Republic.

in the sea but become humans on land. The film skillfully mixes the magical and the everyday in a way that will enthrall viewers of all ages, young and old. This multi-media exhibition, designed by industrial design studio Designgoat, provides an imaginative and accessible viewing of Cartoon Saloon’s movie-making process. Original working drawings reveal the multiplicity of processes involved in the realisation of animation. Visitors will be able to design characters and create their own animations on-site. Projections by Lightscape bring the gallery walls alive with

images and music from the film. An illustrated timeline charts the history of, Song of the Sea, from initial drawings to the delivery of a world-class animation product. Song of the Sea, directed by Tomm Moore (The Secret of Kells) features the voices of Brendan Gleeson, Fionnula Flanagan, David Rawle, Lisa Hannigan, Pat Shortt and Jon Kenny. Music is by composer Bruno Coulais and Irish band Kila, both of whom previously collaborated on The Secret of Kells.

Friday, July 10th, Matt the Millers.

Art Box

Song of the Sea The Butler Gallery presents a collaboration with Kilkennybased and Oscar nominated Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon. In celebration of the July 10th Irish release of Cartoon Saloon’s highly anticipated new film, Song of the Sea, Butler Gallery presents an interactive, multimedia exhibition of original drawings, prints, storyboards, animation, music and scenerealisation. An Animator-in-Residence will be present in the gallery at select times during the run of the exhibition and throughout the Kilkenny Arts Festival August 7th – 16th. Song of the Sea is a visually stunning and moving story of Ben and his little sister Saoirse – the last Seal-child – who embark on a fantastic journey across a fading world of ancient legend and magic in an attempt to return to their home by the sea. The film takes inspiration from the mythological Selkies of Irish folklore, who live as seals

July 4th – October 11th, Butler Gallery, Kilkenny

Rated: 15

Ted 2 kicks off at the wedding of Ted and Tami-Lynn McCafferty. Unfortunately, while his BFF is off moving on to the next stage of his life, Mark Wahlberg’s John Bennett is still struggling to get over the demise of his own relationship to Lori Collins. But when Ted and Tami-Lynn decide to take their marriage to the next level with a baby, they’re stunned to learn that Ted is regarded as property rather than a human, and he must prove his civil rights in court. Unfortunately, the introduction of Amanda Seyfried’s lawyer and the civil rights case interrupts John and Ted’s patter and the fun that Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane (Ted) effortlessly generated in the early stages of Ted 2 dissipates when the duo become a trio.

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Hairdresser of the week

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Elita Hair Salon, Patrick’s Street, Kilkenny

Rickie Lee Jones: Other Side Of Desire

Elita Hair Salon provides professional hair care and hair styling in a relaxed atmosphere. They are proud to follow the highest standards in the hair industry and blend them with your own personal needs. At Elita they care about your lifestyle and are able to make your hair care an easy, efficient and pleasant experience. They specialise in any colour treatments and corrections and formal hairstyling. A haircut above the edge and a hair colour quality beyond your expectations. Tel: 056 776 4249 for more information.

Rickie Lee Jones has been pushing down musical boundaries for over four decades with her hauntingly beautiful voice and fearless experimentation. Howard, this is the first new music Jones has written in over a decade.“This work is inspired by many years of sitting with all the events of my life until I had something to paint with”, says Rickie.“I came to New Orleans to write and to live a different way than what I have known on the west coast.”

Offer of the week

Game of the week

Carrigaline Court Hotel (Cork)

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Due to its proximity to the coast and many scenic areas, Carrigaline Court Hotel is the perfect choice for your activity holiday in Cork. Current offers include a Family Fun 1 night B&B, based on two adults sharing and two children under the age of 12. For €115 (total) you will receive complimentary use of their Leisure Centre Kiddies Pool for young children, complimentary Camp Rock Kids Club and Dine in Peace with Complimentary Child Minding Services at their Movie Nights from 7pm to 9pm as well as a full Irish breakfast. For more information and offers visit: www.carrigcourt.com

Thanks to Frostbite 3, the traditional (and infamous) 30-seconds-per-hole load times are now eliminated. Trade-in your time saved (est. 10 – 15 minutes per 18-hole round) to enjoy golf the way you want to enjoy it! Gone are the days of being limited to only the current hole you’re playing. Courses now can be played (and explored) outside of just the current hole you’re on. Make par from an adjacent fairway, cut that dog-leg you always wanted, and uncover short-cuts on courses to gain a competitive advantage.

Event of the week

Gowran Festival of Speed, Gowran Racecourse The event is being organised by Wexford Sport & Classic Car Club and the racecourse, and will include Formula One demonstrations, celebrity rally driver displays, and track stunts. Rosemary Smith, Billy Coleman and Aaron McHale, amongst other famous drivers, will be joined by members of the car group Slowly Sideways, who will demonstrate the capabilities of legendary Group B rally cars. Static events include trucks and car displays of various makes and models from all over the world. Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July from noon to 6pm.

Business of the week

Ailish O’ Hanlon Opticians, Unit 3, Block C, Newpark Shopping Centre, Kilkenny Your eye sight is priceless. That’s why at Ailish O’Hanlon Opticians they offer high quality, professional patient care, using their top of the range hi-tech optical equipment catering for everyone’s individual needs. If you have any queries concerning your vision their fully qualified registered optometrists and friendly staff are there to assist you in every aspect of eye care. They stock a wide range of good quality ladies, gents, unisex, student and children’s frames. For more information visit: www.ailishohanlonopticians.ie

Book of the week

The Life and Loves of a He Devil, by Graham Norton Graham Norton has been entertaining audiences and having fun with some of the world’s biggest stars for nearly 20 years. He is loved across the nation for his delight in the peculiar and for his ability to find humour and a common ground in all that life brings. Graham’s funny and honest memoir on the theme of love, tells his story from his Irish childhood to the present day, describing just what and who he loved - and sometimes lost - as a young boy, and a man.

Movie of the week

Amy Revealing the early life and music career of Amy Winehouse, Asif Kapadia’s documentary presents the previously unknown story of one of the most talented musicians of her generation. After struggling with growing up in the public eye, suffering from drug and alcohol addiction as well as mental health issues, the multiple Grammy-award winning artist was found dead from alcohol poisoning at the age of just 27. From the BAFTA-winning director of‘Senna’,‘Amy’features contributions from Winehouse’s friends and family, and received near-universal acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival.

App of the week

Portal Pushbullet’s entire software philosophy is helping make your life easier by making stuff flutter from your desktop to your smartphone (and vice versa) as painless as possible (no walled gardens required.) Portal is the same idea but allows you to transfer large files from your desktop to your smartphone and back with a desktop and mobile app set up. Drag, and drop the file into your desktop file uploader and bam, it brings over the file via wifi. It’s super handy, and something you’re definitely going to want if you use your smartphone to get any meaningful work done. (Free)

DVD of the week

Out of the Dark Young parents Sarah and her husband Paul move with their daughter Hannah to a small town in Columbia so Sarah can run her father’s paper factory. Once there, they soon become aware of the town’s dark history and while her parents are out celebrating on the night of Los Niños, Santos Hannah encounters a malevolent spirit which leaves her hospitalised. But this is only the beginning of the family’s torment at the hands of the child spirits as they seek to uncover the reasons for their vengeance..

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City Breaks: Berlin THE once-divided city is now a multicultural melting pot of vibrant art, international cuisine and progressive attitudes. Both fascinating and sobering reminders of Nazi rule and East and West Berlin remain. A city break in Berlin caters to one and all: the art lover, the foodie and the party animal. The city centre also holds a vast collection of art and antiquities from across the world. At night, Berlin welcomes visitors with a wide variety of live music, bars and dance clubs.

BERLIN IS BEST FOR... COUPLES: Take an evening dinner boat cruise on the River Spree. HISTORY BUFFS: Experience daily life under communist rule in East Germany at the DDR Museum. FESTIVE SHOPPERS: Explore Berlin’s winter wonderland at the Christmas markets starting in November.

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HE WILD, natural beauty of the Dominican Republic is classic of a Caribbean island. Lines of palm trees lean over stretches of sand, reaching back to where the coast becomes jungle. The string of beach resorts earned the nickname the ‘Coconut Coast’, for the vision of coconut palms lining the beaches. The country’s tropical scenery creates plenty of attractions

of its own, with thick tropical jungles alive with monkeys and rare birds, sat beside manicured championship golf courses. Spend some time acclimatising to the hot Caribbean sun on the Coconut Coast, where the waters teem with marine life and the soft white sand is the perfect place to lie back and soak up the sunshine. Spend a day swimming with dolphins or

venture the waters on a jet ski. When you’re ready for some excitement, head to the jungle and trek through the tropical mangroves, whizz past waterfalls in a jeep or stop to spot the exotic birdlife. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC IS BEST FOR... WOULD-BE EXPLORERS: Surge through the jungle in

a jeep or dive deep along the biggest reefs in the Caribbean SUN WORSHIPPERS: The beaches of the golden east coast are some of the best in the Caribbean, with idyllic white sand and coconut palms BAR HOPPERS: Party like a celebrity in Punta Cana’s dance clubs and music venues

CAHIR Castle is located on a rocky island on the River Suir in the centre of Cahir town, County Tipperary. One of Ireland’s largest and best preserved castles, Cahir Castle was skilfully designed by Conor O’Brien to be a state-of-the-art defensive castle. Appearing to grow from the actual rock on which it stands, the castle has been the scene of sieges and

bombardments for centuries. The powerful Anglo-Norman family, the Butlers, came into the possession of the castle in 1375. In 1961, the last Lord Cahir died and the castle reverted to the State. The castle retains its impressive keep, tower and much of its original defensive structure. Today, the castle also features an excellent audio-visual show.

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I Sharon Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Brien intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Planning Permission to build an extension to existing shed/barn consisting of a lean-to hay shed and all associated site development works at Annamult, Bennettsbridge, 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. 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.

We , Michael & Michael Pio Parsons, hereby apply to Kilkenny County Council for full planning permission to erect a dairy cubicle house including underground slurry storage tanks & ancillary concrete works on our lands at Outrath, 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. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1.p.m. & 2pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Michael & Michael Pio Parsons.

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I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Peter Vaughan for: 1) Retention planning permission of dwelling construction works to date to base/floor level. 2) Full Planning permission to construct a 2 storey dwelling, upgrade of existing wastewater treatment system and all other associated site works in the townslands of Kiltallaghan & Garryricken, 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. 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.

Marieann Cleere hereby applies to Kilkenny County Council for planning permission to (a) construct a single-storey Preschool, and detached garage, (b) permission to retain mobile home for storage and (c) planning permission to decommission the existing percolation area and construct a new percolation area to existing septic tank, and all associated site works, at Ballagh, Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Mark Kelly, MK Architecture & Building Surveying Ltd.

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Michael Cunningham & Lorraine Maher for full planning permission to construct a 1 & Â˝ storey dwelling, garage, entrance, waste treatment system with percolation area, Borehole, soakpits and all other associated site works at Farmley, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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Parenting Files

Family life Out of the mouths of babes

The Parent Files By Heather Campbell

The future parents’ test WHEN you’re feeling broody, or in those magic months prior to expecting your first baby, those rose-tinted glasses are definitely on. The day-today reality of baby and child care are but a distant blot on the horizon and besides, you will sail through it all... wont you? Most people will tell you that being a mum or dad is the hardest, most rewarding, roller coaster job you will ever have - there’s no pay, you are on duty 24/7 and, at times, it seems like there are few rewards. I wouldn’t change my title as ‘mummy’ for anything in the world, however when I read, ‘The Test For Future Parents’ by author Colin Falconer it made me laugh (a lot!) The ‘test’ comprises 14 steps to follow before you have children and was originally printed in his book ‘A beginners guide to fatherhood’ in 1992 before finding its way on to parenting blogs. Here are just a few: TEST: PREPARATION Women: To prepare for pregnancy 1. Put on a dressing gown and stick a beanbag down the front. 2. Leave it there. 3. After 9 months remove 5% of the beans. Men: To prepare for children 1. Go to a local chemist, tip the contents of your wallet onto the counter and tell the pharmacist to help himself 2. Go to the supermarket. Arrange to have your salary paid directly to their head office. 3. Go home. Pick up the newspaper and read it for the last time. TEST: KNOWLEDGE Find a couple who are already parents and berate them about their methods of discipline, lack of patience, appallingly low tolerance levels and how they have allowed their children to run wild. Suggest ways in which they might improve their child’s sleeping habits, toilet training, table manners and overall behaviour. Enjoy it. It will be the last time in your life that you will have all the answers. TEST: DRESSING SMALL CHILDREN 1. Buy a live octopus and a string bag. 2. Attempt to put the octopus into the string bag so that no arms hangout. Time allowed: 5 minutes. TEST: CONVERSATIONS WITH CHILDREN Repeat everything you say at least 5 times.

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T IS language that makes us truly human. While some animals can communicate, there are no other inhabitants on our planet that can express concepts and ideas in complete sentences with a set of spoken words. Language is so much a part of who we are that we often overlook just how remarkable it really is. What’s especially remarkable is the amount of progress children make in language learning by the time they’re three years old. Language starts early Babies are born wired to learn language. From the very beginning, the words they hear from their parents and caregivers affects their growing language skills. According to research, infants as young as 12 months are sensitive to grammar in sentences that deal with cause and effect – for example, the dog chased the cat. If there is an overriding theme for early childhood development, it is this: successful children come from committed parents. That is truly the case when it comes to language development. Parents who create an environment rich in positive, affectionate language are helping to create a strong foundation for language skills as well as social and emotional development.

Studies have shown that the size of a child’s vocabulary by her second birthday correlates with her future language skills. Parents who are serious about giving their children a strong language foundation begin working on it from the first days of their children’s lives. It is common sense that parents who talk, read, and play with their children are making important, direct investments in their children’s ability to develop language skills: communications through interactions, responses to children’s signals, child-led play, book reading, music, and gestures and movements to show our emotions. Young children are dependent on parents to introduce them to the words and patterns of language. Unfortunately, home environments are not always optimal and not all children live in a language-rich setting. Children in higher socioeconomic families hear about 50 million words by the time they are four years old, about four times more than the number heard by children in low-income households. Lowincome children also tend to hear more commands and negative statements, while parents in higherincome families tend to use more explanations and open-ended questions.

Babydan Bean Bags are fun and make a great first chair for kids. The fabrics are all natural and designed to match the Babydan bedding range. Makes a great easy chair up to school age and a useful support in a playpen as it molds to the body. Can also be used as support cushion during pregnancy or breast-feeding. Price: €19.99, from Baby Boom Nursery Store, The Smithlands Centre, Kilkenny

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In Castlecomer with Chubby Brennan

Clogh School: 100 and still ticking A CAPACITY crowd thronged the Parish Church in Clogh to celebrate the Centenary of St. Patrick’s National School and Parish Centre. Mass was celebrated by Bishop Seamus Freeman, assisted by Fr Martin Tobin PP. Pupils were central to the music in the ceremony, ably assisted by the parish choir. In this the international year of light it was so appropriate to see the symbol of candles feature prominently. The opening featured a Memorial Candle brought to the altar by Ann Marie Kelly, followed by an Emigrant Candlepresented by Grace Buggy, Cooltha whose father Liam is working in Australia. This captured the moment and significance of the celebration. Home will always be where the heart is. The Offertory Procession began with a journey commencing in 1915 and went to 2015 with a candle for each decade. 1915: Daniel Farrell, Jarrow Yard, presented the first candle. Daniel’s great granddad John Langton was a junior infant in Clogh School 100 years ago. 1925: Ann Brennan presented the second candle. Ann’s aunt Nan Kavanagh, Tourtane is a past pupil. This candle represented all past pupils whose names are in the roll books. 1935: Sister Peggy Campion, Massford represented the third decade. Peggy attended Clogh School and later entered religious life. She represented all past pupils who religious life. 1945: Sile Power, Chatsworth represented the fourth decade, a time of great emigration. Sile returned home for the centenary celebration and represented all our emigrants who could not attend. 1955: Lar Buggy Coultha represented the fifth decade during which Michael Kelly and Seamie Cleere captained Kilkenny to win two All-Ireland Senior Hurling Finals. 1965: Philip Brennan, Tourtane represented the sixth decade. During this decade the Holy Family Sisters established their convent in Moneenroe and Castlecomer Mines ceased operations. 1975: Pat Langton, Cloneen presented the candle representing the seventh decade during which the country celebrated the historic visit of Pope John Paul. 1985: Ciara Tobin, Chatsworth represented the eighth decade as the community rallied to bring about the establishment of the new school. 1995: Ann Marie Brennan, Crutt, carried the ninth candle. Ann Marie was a member of the final group of children taught in the old school and joined the historical procession from the old school to the new school building in 1994. 2015: Susan Nolan, presented the tenth and final candle. Susan is a pupil at Clogh School and she and her classmates begin the journey into the next one 100 years of teaching and learning. The candle presentation culminated with Marie Fulham, former teacher, representing teachers past and present and Áine Geoghegan, representing the The Parents’ Council. Finally, Sheila Hosey and Mary Dormer, past and present caretakers of Clogh NS presented the bread and wine. A beautiful centenary cake was cut by the most senior former pupil Ms Anna Mai Treacy, Tourtane, Bishop Freeman, twins Jack and Charlie Kelly, Nicole Mayo O’Neill, present pupils. Three specially commissioned centenary lights were blessed and switched on by Bishop Freeman. At the parish centre there was great interest in the photographic exhibition which included pics never seen heretofore with memorabilia crafted as a keepsake. Refreshments were served by Paddy Power Catering while tjere was top class entertainment with Castlecomer Community School Trad Band and the Rambling House. Centenary Committee: Fr Martin Tobin, Cllr John Brennan, Ollie Maher, Richard O’Gorman, Linda

Nolan, Aileen Brennan, Mai Dormer, Aine Geoghegan, Olivia Delaney, Catherine Brennan, John Coffey. Buzzing with fun Children have been registering in the library for the Summer Reading challenge. Free Course Taking Stock is an eight-week course which will prepare one for retirement. Contact Paula at 0873188242. Well done to the Erin’s Own U11s who took part in the Phelan Stone Tournament hosted by Ballyragget. The boys played three matches, beating Freshford and Athenry and just coming up short to Dicksboro. Thanks went to parents for their support. Well done also to all involved with the U16 Jim Buggy Memorial Tournament. Graigue Ballycallan beat Erin’s Own by four points in the ﬁnal. Lough Derg All is ready for Buggys Coaches 62nd anniversary trip to Lough Derg. Coach departs July 19 and returns July 21. Coach departs from Dillon’s at 6.15am; The Square, Ballrgagget 6.30; The Parade, Kilkenny 7am; Royal Oak, main road, 7.20; Athy, Lidl Car Park 7.50; Kilcullen, Hideout, 8.10; Naas Courthouse, 8.35. Contacts: 056-4441264, 087-2535989.

Erin's Own U11s

Blast from the past...

Remember the team? Our ﬂashback is to the Deen Rovers team of 1970. All former players, committee and supporters are invited to a get-together in Ryan’s of Clogh on Friday, July 24.

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8 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Golf Callan Results week ending 5th July 2015. O'Dwyers Golf Store sponsored open singles Wed 1st July. 1st JJ Drennan 42pts, 2nd Dylan Dunphy 41pts, Gross Martin O'Halloran 39pts, Visitor Peter Griffin 41pts. The Templetuohy Farm Machinery Eamon Maher joint sponsored Singles stabelford played over Sat and Sun 4th and 5th July was won by John Moroney with a score of 43pts 2nd was Ned O'Brien with 41pts 3rd and Gross went to father and son Mick and Cathal Byrne, Mick with 40pts Cathal with 37pts. Attention all, the coming weekend see our annual Oleum oil sponsored junior and Abbey interiors sponsored intermediate scratch cups competitions up for grabs again. It;s no coincidence that the course is looking its best right now this is down to the hard work and dedication of course manager Paul Norris along with head green keeper Tommy Minogue who have been working tirelessly to have the course in such good order and playing at its toughest for these prestigious trophy's. Last years winners Niall O'Sullivan who holds the Philip O'Mahony, and Pat Cunningham holding the intermediate cups will in no doubt be out to defend, but with the cups being played for over the full weekend and with such an extended time sheet and so many anticipated to play the winner could come from any of our surrounding clubs. Another date to mark on the calendar is the 18th and 19th of July. Pat Mulrooney's captains prize will be played over this weekend the format 18hole stroke with the top 12 and ties playing the back 9 on Sunday evening to reveal the champion for 2015. The Golf continues with Callans open week starting on the 25th of July running until the bank holiday Monday on the 3rd of August. Up coming ﬁxtures, Wed 8th July O'Dwyers Golf Store open singles tee times available on line or call 0567725136. Thurs 9th July Senior Ladies tee time 10am to Midday. Friday 10th July Social Mixed 6pm. Sat 11th July and Sun 12th July Junior and Intermediate scratch cups. Monday 6th July RGA 11am to 1pm. Tue 14th July Ladies Day 18 hole singles. Callan lotto there was no winner of the jackpot this week the numbers drawn were 13,31,36 the €30 pick out winners were Eileen Bergin, Joe Kirwan, Eddie Ryan. Next weeks jackpot will be €1350 thank you for your support. Catherine claims Lady Captains Prize Mary Manning held her Captains Prize for the Ladies at Callan Golf Club on Sat. July 4th. The sun shining and the course in immaculate condition lending to very competitive golf. Over 90 ladies played which is an indication of how well received L Capt. Mary is. Playing off 12 Popular Catherine Davis played consistent halves to return a great score of 41pts having one shot to spare over 2nd placed Betty (KK) Mcgrath playing off 25. Best Gross on the day was Ann Wemyss. Results 1st Catherine Davis 41pts 2nd Betty (KK)McGrath 40pts Gross Ann Wemyss 26pts 3rd Sheila Kirby 38pts 5th Teresa Phelan 37pts Front 9 Teresa Freyne 22pts Back 9 Ann Bowen 19pts Committee Prize Anna Starr 31pts Past Captains Prize Ailish Carey 35pts Senior Prize Eileen Cuddihy 34pts Best 36 H/Cap Breda O Brien 37pts Longest Drive Rita O Neill Nearest Pin Betty McGrath 9 hole 1st Bid Kearns 2nd Margaret Drennan Beginners Prize Bridget Holohan Visitors Prize Teresa Manning Charity Day Callan Golf Club June 30th Winners Brian Hudson Matthew Hanrahan 51pts (Slievenamon G.C.) 2nd Robert Scriven Eoin Scriven 50pts (Callan 3rd Helen McCormack Geraldine O Sullivan 50pts (Callan 4th Rose Brophy John Holden 49pts (Callan)

Castlecomer Sunday 28th June President’s Prize (Men) Mr. Eamonn Fitzgerald’s President’s Prize attracted a great turn out over magnificently appointed Castlecomer over the weekend of 27/28 June. The competition was stableford over 18 holes. All golfers were eager to win one of the season’s majors. Anthony Holohan with a great score of 41 pts was crowned champion. Anthony playing off a nine handicap may have thought his chance of winning had gone when he had a bogey on the 10th hole. He recovered by reeling off seven straight pars and then birdied the 18th to cover the back 9 in level par. Hot on his heels Eamonn Brennan , Martin Whelan and Seamus O’ Connor just missed out on the top prize, each scoring 40 pts. Best Gross went to Declan Dooley with 31 pts 1. Anthony Holohan (9) 41 pts 2. Eamonn Brennan (14) 40 pts b9 Gross Declan Dooley (3) 31 pts 3. Martin Whelan (16) 40 pts b9 Cat 1 Willie O’ Gorman (8) 38 pts Cat 2 Criostoir Maher (14) 37 pts b9 Cat 3 Seamus O’ Connor (19) 40 pts Student Jack Buggy (22) 37 pts b9 Thurs. 25th June Mens Open Singles (12) 1. Keith Hammond (13) 40 pts 2. Matt Dooley (20) 38 pts Gross John Doheny (6) 28 pts 3. Adam Comerford (18) 36 pts Sun. 5th July Mens Open Singles 1. Ciaran Fitzpatrick (22) 39 pts b9 2. Marty O’ Shea (11) 39 pts Gross Michael Buggy (-1) 36 pts Cat 1 Robert Brennan (8) 38 pts Cat 2.John Brennan (12) 37 pts b9 Cat 3 Eoin O’ Shea (20) 34 pts This week’s Fixtures 2nd July Thursday Open Singles Sat 11th/ Sun 12th July Donal McInerney Memorial Open Singles Ladies: President Eamonn Fitzgerald’s Prize for the ladies section was won comprehensively by Marjie Gannon with a great score of 42pts. In second place, Frieda Campion had a score of 39 pts and Patricia Brennan took third place with 38pts. The gross was won by Maria Downey with a score of 24. The ladies minor cup team had a terrific win over Moate on 23rd June, which was played in the neutral venue of The Heritage golf club. The five team members, Mary Brophy, Susan Boland, Joan Coonan, Noreen Kinsella and Helen Dunne, under the management of Clare O’Connor made a clean sweep to bring victory to Castlecomer. The final two matches, both still favouring Castlecomer, were called in after the win was confirmed by the three leading ladies winning their matches. Well done to the team who go forward to the semi-finals in July. The Boyne team had a home draw against Kilkenny on Saturday, 27th. With sets of Noreen Kinsella with Maureen Norton and Ita Madigan with Helen Murphy playing away in Kilkenny and the pairings of Maria Downey with Nuala Mahon, Kathleen Ryan with Joan Brennan and Breda Phelan with Teresa Manning playing in Castlecomer, it was wonderful to secure the win for Castlecomer on the day. The next round is to be held later in July and the ladies are wished well for it. The intermediate team and the Junior foursomes teams are still in contention for their inter-club competitions, which take place in July. It is heartening to see the good progression of the teams in the ladies section and full credit is due to the team players, the managers and the dedication of all concerned to bring about such good results. The weekend competition of 3/4th July was the qualifier for the Valerie Doyle Trophy, the final of which is held annually in Carlow golf club. Qualifying out of their handicap categories, the Castlecomer team going forward are Caroline Conway, Claire Dowling and Noreen Curry. Good luck to them in that competition. A reminder that the club match play competition is underway. Please note that the matches must be played within the time frames

allowed. The drawn matches and deadline dates are on the notice board in the club house. Players are encouraged to play early. For full information about the club and interesting news, events and information, see www.castlecomergolf.ie.

Gowran Park Saturday 4th/Sunday 5th July 2015 – Singles V Par Dan Stallard won the weekends V-par with 4 up. In-form Liam Hutchinson came second with 4 up losing out on a count back. Third Martin Donnelly with 3 up. 1st Dan Stallard (7) 4 up 2nd Liam Hutchinson (19) 4 up 3rd Martin Donnelly (8) 3 up Intermediate Scratch Cup – Sunday 19th July 2015 Handicappers 10 – 18 are invited to Gowran Park on Sunday 19th July for the first of the Scratch Cups of the year. The Intermediate Scratch Cup will be played with a timesheet in place – golfers can book online or contact the office on 056 7726699 Captain’s Prize – Saturday 27th June 2015 The result of Liam O’Dwyer’s Captains Prize which was played on Saturday 27th June – 1st Ger Treacy (9) 103.5 2nd Ciaran Whelan (8) 98 Gross Richie Lowry (4) 74 3rd Kieran Mahon (12) 103 4th John Moore (16) 105 5th Ed Drea (20) 107 Past Captains Joe Farrell (10) 74 Visitors Richard McMahon Front 9 Fergus Fleming Back 9 Martin Donnelly Ryder Cup Challenge 2015 Bookings are now being taken for the Ryder Cup Challenge 2015 which will take place over the coming months. The first round draw will take place on Friday 24th July and entries should be notified to the golf office on 056 7726699 before that date. Competition is open to members and non members of Gowran Park with all matches taking place in Gowran. Teams may consist of ladies gents or mixed teams and all players must have GUI handicaps. Matches will consist of 3 Singles 1 Foursomes and 1 Fourball. NCBI Holm Patrick Cup Fourball Regional Final John Barcoe and James Doyle represented Gowran in the regional final in Callan last Friday. The lads had a creditable 39 points but fell 3 points short of qualifying for the provincial final. Inter Club Update The Jimmy Carroll team, our last team standing fell to Powerscourt GC in Mount Wolseley on Wednesday by a slim 2 points. That’s it for inter club competitions this year. Let’s hope for better next year. Members Weekly 9 Hole Competition – Wed 1st July 2015 The Brendan McDermott Golf Academy Golf Shop 9 hole winner this week is Joe Sweeney - Joe blitzed the course with 25 points for nine holes, in the process moving into 3rd in the league table. Paul Whelan, with 22 points, took 2nd place along with being the sole winner of the birdie hole. Liam Whitely was third with 22 points. Ladies weekly competition results – Wednesday 1st July - 18 hole Stableford 1st Patrice Mullins (36) 40 pts 2nd Catherine O’Driscoll (22) 39 pts Result of Captain’s Prize (Ladies) – Saturday 27th June 2015 1st Mary Condon (22) 65 nett 2nd Catherine O’Driscoll (23) 70 nett Gross Sinead Kearney (13) 72 nett 4th Gay Latchford (26) 73 nett 5th Valerie McCabe (18) 75 net Past Captains Ann Mullins (14) 75 net Front 9 Mary McEvoy Back 9 Margaret Bower Fixtures: Thursday 9th July Open Singles Visitor €15 Saturday 11/Sunday 12 July NO GOLF – FESTIVAL OF SPEED Sunday 19th July Intermediate Scratch Cup Visitor €20

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Mountain View Stage set for qualifying round of Captains Prize The qualifying round for Seamus Nolan’s Captains Prize will take place on this Sunday July 12th. Members who have not registered for the competition should do so as soon as possible by contacting the golf shop on 0567768122. Registration will close at 5pm sharp on Friday. A draw for teams will take place at 6pm on Friday. Members should call the golf shop on Saturday to obtain their exact tee-time. The format will be an 18 hole single stroke competition. The top twenty five and ties will qualify for the main event the following Sunday. For non qualifiers there will be an 18 hole Single Stableford. Club Doubles & Singles Matchplay The date has been set for the second round of the Club Doubles. All rounds must be completed by 31st July. The 2nd round of the Club Singles must be played by 26th July. Player’s on top are reminded that they must arrange the fixture. Results Open Singles Stableford W/E 5/7/15. 1st Bill Walsh (19) 39 Pts. 2nd Michael Waugh (14) 39 Pts. 3rd Barry OP Connell (14) 38 Pts. Kilmacow Classic Results (4 Person Scramble):- GUI Teams 1st - Bill Harney (54.4) 2nd - Tab Haberlin (56.4) 3rd - Bart Begley (56.7) 4th - Martin Grace (60.4) 5th - Nicky Grace (60.8). NON-GUI Teams 1st – John Whelan (60.2) 2nd - Peter Thomas (61.0) 3rd - Tom O’Connor (61.2) 4th - Aidan Walsh (66.1) 5th - Damien Treacy (66.8) Nearest the PIN Eoin Collins Longest Drive - Conor Grant. MV Seniors Single Stableford 1st Michael Hoyne (17) 41 Pts. 2nd John Menton (26) 39 Pts. 3rd Joe Earle (19) 38 Pts. Diary Sunday July 12th Captains Prize Qualifier (Single Stroke) Tuesday July 14th Mountain View Seniors Competition. Monday July 13th to Friday July 17th Members 9 Hole Single Stableford. Monday July 13th to Friday July 17th Open 18 Hole Single Stableford Wednesday July 15th MV Ladies Singles Competition. Thursday July 16th MV Seniors 13 Hole Competition. Sunday July 19th Captains Prize Play Off and a Singles Stableford.

Kilkenny Golf Club Results & Fixtures. Tuesday July 7th LADIES & GENTS OPEN SINGLES The next Ladies & Gents Open Singles will take place on Wednesday July 15th and is bookable online. GOLFER OF THE YEAR (SPONSORED BY KILKENNY HONDA CENTRE) The leader in the Mens Golfer of the year which is sponsored by Kilkenny Honda Centre is Michael Buggy with 39 pts, in second place Luke Kelly on 36, third Kieran Wall on 33, fourth place Brian Spratt 32 and in fifth Captain Liam Cody with 30 pts. The leader board will be updated this week after the results of the Captains Prize are added in. INTERNATIONAL PAIRS COMPETITION Kilkenny will host an area qualifier for the International Pairs competition on Thursday July 30th in the afternoon. Two pairs from the area qualifier will take part in the National Finals in Druids Glen in September with the winners from Druids Glen going forward to represent Ireland in either the International Pairs Final in Alicante Spain in October 2015 or the Challenge World Final in Las Vegas in February 2016. The registration fee is €20 per player and full details may be obtained on www.golfmasters.ie. COURSE NEWS Divot repair sessions continue each Monday night at 6.45, anyone who has an hour to spare please come along to give a helping hand, the work is light and lasts about an hour and a half. We had a small number this Monday night but all of the back nine fairways and the par 3 tee boxes were completed. If you are interested in

joining our group please contact Sean in the office or just turn up at 6.45pm on Monday evenings. Now that the schools are closed for the Summer we would welcome help from Juveniles who would like to give us a helping hand. We request members to continue to repair pitch marks, replace divots and also to use the divot mix to replace divots on the par 3’s. JUNIOR / JUVENILE The Kilkenny boys took on Glasson in the Leinster semi final of the Fred Daly trophy on Saturday and emerged victorious by 5/2 . At home in Kilkenny they won all three matches with Harry Duggan out first winning 4&3, Morgan Walshe out second won on the 19th and Shane Mahony won 5&4. In Glasson Mark Power won 6&5 and was an incredible 6 under par when the match finished. Luke Donnelly was called in on the 20th, Kevin Power was 2up on the 17th when called in and Brian Crowdle was defeated. The boys will now play Carton House in the final at a date and venue yet to be decided. The team is managed by Luke Kelly and P J Martin. The Junior / Juvenile competitions continue on Mondays from 8.00 – 11.30 and are live for online booking. They go live on Fridays, 10 days before each competition. All Juniors and Juvenile must register themselves on the Kilkenny booking system to enable them to book online. Please contact the office if you need clarification or assistance on this matter. Junior/Juvenile Coaching continues on Saturday mornings at 10am for up to 6th class and from 11am for everyone else. Please be present at the clubhouse 15 minutes before your start time. Thanks to all who took part in the Junior/ Juvenile fundraiser held last Wednesday. RESULTS JUVENILE COMPETITION MONDAY JUNE 29th Junior Competition Results – 29th June 2015 Boys (Full Handicap) CSS 71 (36 pts) 1st Dillon Wall (17) – 41 pts (back 9) 2nd Mark Nolan (16) – 41 pts 3rd Simon Cullen (11) – 40 pts Boys (Junior Handicap) 1st Ben O’Shaughnessy (24) – 40 pts (last 3) 2nd Christian Purcell (26) – 40 pts (back 9) 3rd John Nolan (23) – 40 pts (last 6) Girls CSS 73 (36 pts) Aoife Crowdle (21) – 38 pts Next Competition Monday July 13th 8.30 – 11.30. Bookable Online. MENS RESULTS SECTION Captain Liam Cody’s Prize to the Men C.S.S 71. Second Round Saturday July 4th. Winner ; Mick Kennedy (10) 139 (74+65) B18 2nd John King (16) 139 (71+68) B18 3rd Richard Duggan (2) 139 (69+70) Best Gross; Kieran Wall (4) 150 (71+79) 5th Dick Curtin (11) 140 (71+69) 6th Christy Forde (16) 141 (70+71) 7th Mark Grant (10) 141 (709+71) 8th Paul Shortt Jnr (19) 142 (70+72) B 18 9th Cormac Hickey (6) 142 (68+74) B18 Past Captains; Carl Widger (10) 144 (72+72) Best Over 65’s, Aidan McDonald (5) (71+74) Best Junior Prize; James Everard (12) 65 net Two’s Club Captains Prize 2nd Round Saturday July 4th Aidan McCarrick, Oliver Carter, Richard Duggan, Paul McCabe, Gerry Stewart at 6th, Noel Ronan, Colin Corbett, John Grace at 15th, David McNamara, Paschal Connolly, Robert Shortall at 17th. Each Two is worth €13.25 and is credited in the Pro Shop. McCalmont Cup Sunday July 5th C.S.S. 71 1. Colin Corbett (8) 65 net 2. Derek Kinahan (16) 66 net 3. Bobby O’ Mahony (12) 67 net Best Gross; Michael Buggy (+1) 67 Gross 5. Kieran Wall (3) 68 net (B9) 6. Seamus O’Neill (16) 68 net (B9)

Date for presentation of prizes to be confirmed. Two’s Club McCalmont Cup Sunday July 5th Alan O’Rourke at 6th & 15th, Ned Nolan, Morgan Walshe at 6th, Liam McCormack, Jeremy Duncan, Mark Power at 17th. Each two is worth €26.20 and is credited in the Pro Shop. MENS SENIORS COMPETITION THURSDAY JULY 2ND 1. Matt Ruth (16) P F O’Shea (21) Shem Lawlor (22) Tom Keating (28) 72 pts 2. John O’Leary (19) Pat O’Briain (17) James Rhatigan (21) Tom Brett (20) 69 pts 3. Wm P Murphy (14) Richie McEvoy (17) Mick O’Brien (22) Terry Morris (32) 64 pts 4. Martin Treacy (19) Kevin Donohue (18) Dick Cogan (23) Joe O’Driscoll (26) 63 pts 5. Brian Cullen (10) Paul Harding (18) Reay Brandon (21) Paddy Halley (25) 63 pts 6. Paddy Smee (14) Eddie Geraghty (24) Sean Breathnach (24) 62 pts (58+4) 7. Michael Grant (8) Liam Merrins (25) Tom Sloyan (33) Eamonn Molloy (26) 61 pts Next competition Thursday July 9th at 11am. Away outing in Gowran Park Monday July 13th. LADIES CLUB SECTION GOLF NOTES Ladies competition result. The ladies Granard foursomes competition on 30th of June was won by Maria Bradfield (35) and Audrey Marnell (35) with a score of 37 points (B9) The next presentation of prizes will take place on Tuesday 7th of July at 10pm. for the following competitions. Tuesday the 2nd of June Valerie Doyle. Tuesday the 9th of June Sponsor Rinuccinis. Tuesday 16th of June Sponsor Electro City. Tuesday 23rd of June V Par. Tuesday 30th of June Granard Foursomes. Tuesday 7th of July Sponsor DID Electric. All Prizewinners please attend. The Monthly meeting of the committee of the Ladies club will take place on Wednesday the 8th of July @ 7.30pm. Ladies Fixtures Tuesday the 7th of July 18 hole ABC Stroke and 9 hole Stableford Sponsor DID Electric.8.20 -10.20 12.20--2.20 4.00-6.00. Tuesday 14th of July 9 and18 hole Stableford PGA Tankard Slots also available on Sunday 12th of July 10.30--11.00 Bookable on Line. Lady Captains Day Saturday 11th of July 10 Euro for 18 holes 5 Euro for 9 hole Meal 12 Euro Senior Ladies Results 13 Hole Competition 2nd July. First Mary Gorman Frances Graham Barbara Schofield 60 Points Second Angela Keoghan Jane Duggan Peggy Murray 55 Points Third Phil Cooke Breda Kavanagh Teresa Brandon 52 Points FIXTURES: Tuesday July 7th, 8.20 – 10.20, 12.20 – 2.20 and 4.00 – 6.00 Ladies 18 Hole ABC Stroke Sponsor DID Electric, Wednesday July 8th, 9.00 – 9.48 Visitors, 10.00 – 12.00 Senior Ladies & Callan Senior Ladies. 1.00 – 2.30 Members Time. Thursday July 9th, 11.00 – 1.30 Senior Mens Competition, 1.30 – 2.30 Members Time Friday July 10th, 11.30 – 5.45 Rugby Club Classic Saturday July 11th, 7.00 – 8.00 Members, 8.30 – 6.00 Lady Captains Prize 9 & 18 Hole Sunday July 12th, 7.30 – 4.30 July Monthly Medal 10.30 – 11.00 Ladies Competition (Bookable Online), 3.15 – 3.45 Irish Mixed Foursomes Kilkenny v The Curragh Monday July 13th, 8.30 – 12.00 Juvenile Competition, 1.00 – 2.30 Members Time Tuesday July 14th, 8.20 – 10.20, 12.20 – 2.20 and 4.00 – 6.00 Ladies PGA Tankard, Slots also available on Sunday July 12th Bookable Online. Wednesday July 15th, 8.00 – 6.00 Ladies & Gents Open Singles

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The last word. A great win but we will now train like dogs, was the word from top Cat, TJ Reid

Joey Holden gets to grips with Joe Canning

Mighty man Walter Walsh goes solo

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Dublin captain, Eoin Skelly, referee Michael Murtagh and Kilkenny captain, Daniel O'Connor

No hurley, so captain Daniel O'Connor boots clear

Niall Walsh is on the bal

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minors escape to victory

Darragh Joyce climbs highest

Joe Connolly and John Donnelly are in control

Our minors celebrate in style

Bill Sheehan and Dub Darragh Butler grapple for possession

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