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12 AUGUST 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Proprietors Richard and Niamh Ã&#x201C; Drisceoil

Loving mums and grans, Ellen Gorey and Joan Ryan collected for the cause

Gary Ireland and Michael Gorey

Lynda Redmond and her sister Theresa Ryan donned night attire to help families

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Homes

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

Light up: Pendant lights create a cosy and inviting space by bringing the light source closer to head-height.

1. Vintage Inspired Storage Basket. Price: €5.75, Home Focus at Hickeys, Kilkenny Retail Park 2. Luminaire Pineapple Lamp. Price: €89.99, from Carraig Donn, Macdonagh Junction, Kilkenny 3. Caprice Table and Chairs. From Modern Living, Green St, Kilkenny 4. Silver Capri Oval Mirror. Price: €20, from Dunnes Stores 5. Dreamworld Elara by Myers divan bed, available from Meubles Furniture, Kilkenny Retail Park

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The Blackberry CafĂŠ

JACKIE Hoyneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic Blackberry CafĂŠ is housed in a historic, award winning building that was once a cobblers in the heart of Thomastown. It has been lovingly and extensively restored, retaining the eighteenth century frontage, with its characteristic large Georgian-paneled windows now painted a fresh tea green, and adorned with a magnificent sculptural blackberry. Dedicated to local food produce, it serves quality foods using local suppliers, such as Knockdrinna Farmhouse Cheese and pork products, Tessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bakery Bread, Cramers Grove Ice CreamDavid Wardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s locally grown organic fruit and vegetables and employs traditional recipes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good local suppliers have been central to the

good reputation The Blackberry Cafe has gained since opening in December 2007,â&#x20AC;? writes Joyce on her website. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My aim is to develop a reinvigorated local food culture and to become a destination for local, national and international visitors.â&#x20AC;? Fresh baked cakes, tarts and scones with Blackberry CafĂŠâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own jam are favourites and the cafĂŠ has attracted a loyal following for its coffee alone. A take away service is available. The Blackberry Cafe is a member of Good Food Ireland and the Kilkenny Food Trail it also holds two Best in Ireland awards from The Bridgestone Guide (2010 & 2011). Visit: theblackberrycafe.ie

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A fitting tribute to our war dead

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News

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Right: Caroline McCarthy and Olivia Tiffert with Angel at Mount Juliet Dog Show Far right: Michael Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor with Bull Below, left: Howey family Below, right: Josh and Mark Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor with Jess and Nidge

Pics: Donal Foley

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News

at Mount Juliet

Above, left: Tara and Niamh Shanahan, Sarah Cody, Hannah Thompson, Finn O'Hara and Ruth McGrath Above: Leo and Aidan McGuire and Jonathan Dunphy Far left: Andy and Felix Doran with Zuki Left: Adrienne and Grace Copithorne Below, left: Cleo Crosbie with Junior Below: Andy Doran

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Dorset College Dublin DORSET COLLEGE, located close to the city centre, was founded in 1983 and provides a comprehensive range of internationally recognised and QQI approved full-time and part-time degree courses as well as shorter non-degree courses. All courses are informed be research and led by industry demands and the college provides an open and supportive student centred learning environment. The college strives to prepare learners for the demands of the workplace, so as to fulfil their potential and to provide them with the knowledge and skills they require for their career and personal development. Degree courses are offered in Computing and Multimedia, Business Studies and in International Business. Other courses are offered in Global Management, Supply Chain Management, e-Business and Digital Marketing, Montessori and Healthcare, Nursing Studies (Pre-

Nursing) and Applied Social Studies. All courses are delivered by a highly qualified industry-experienced team of professionals. The Bachelor of Science in Computing & Multimedia is a three-year level 7 award provides learners with the knowledge and competencies required to work in the ICT industry with specific knowledge and skills pertaining to the Multimedia and the Game and Mobile Apps sectors. Learners who complete the first two years of the course can gain a Higher Certificate in Computing & Multimedia award. Graduates may progress to a level 8 course. The Bachelor of Business is a threeyear level 7 award enables learners to have a broad knowledge and understanding of business and leads to work as business professionals or progress to a level 8 business degree. The Bachelor of Business in International Business is a one-year Level 8 award that has an international fo-

cus where learners are exposed to key knowledge and skills that will be essential for enterprises that trade internationally. It prepares graduates with the knowledge and competencies required to work at entry and middle management ranks of business and management within industrial, commercial and service settings. The Certificate in Business in Global Business Management is a parttime, 30 credit, one-year Level 8 award. The course provides participants with the required knowledge, skills and confidence to assist the growth and development of export orientated companies. The Diploma in Global Operations & Supply Chain Management is a part-time 60 credit Level 7 Minor Award.Â The Expert Skills group on Future Skills Needs in their February 2015 Report concluded that 13,500 to 15,500 job vacancies will become available in the Freight Transport, Distribution and Logistics sector over the next five years.

For further details visit: www.dorset-college.ie or contact a course advisor at (01) 8309677

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Education & Training

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Govt report backs tech university for southeast WATERFORD Institute of Technology (WIT) welcomes positive government report into possible future creation of a new technological university in the southeast region. The publication by Jan Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan TD, Minister for Education & Skillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; report prepared by Michael Kelly, former chair of the Higher Education Authority (HEA), followed extensive consultation with stakeholders in the southeast region. Prof Willie Donnelly, President, WIT says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mr Kelly did a comprehensive job in engaging with the two Institutes of Technology in the southeast as well as with all of the various interested parties who reinforced the huge social and economic importance to this region of having an internationally-recognised technological university established here.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is also clear from Mr Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report that he was satisfied that Waterford Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Carlow are capable of meeting the criteria to apply for technological university designation within a reasonable timeframe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;WIT fully support the reportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finding that the focus should be on the creation of a technological university of international standing rather than the merger process itself. We also recognise an agreed vision for the technological university is vital to its successful delivery and that the academic community will play a critical role in developing and implementing this vision. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In looking at the next steps, it is important â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as Mr Kelly does â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that we address the need for investment to support the development of the

Technological University for the South East. This requires a sustainable funding model with adequate resources at the planning stage but also during the transition and â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially â&#x20AC;&#x201C; when the new university is operational.â&#x20AC;? Looking at the wider context following the publication of the Kelly report, Prof Donnelly says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;WIT remains wholly committed to the creation of a university of the southeast and is ready to provide leadership in the delivery of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s technological university â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a long-standing and legitimate aspiration. Our primary focus remains the creation of an internationally-competitive university with an earned reputation for its leadership in teaching, research and innovation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In practical terms, we will now engage with our

Prof Willie Donnelly, President, WIT colleagues at IT Carlow on the proposed process of facilitation recommended by Mr Kelly and supported by Minister Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan.â&#x20AC;?

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Lifestyle

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Shop of the week

Woods Menswear and Barbers, Market Street, Thomastown Woods Menswear and Barbers stocks the latest fashions in menswear from the most popular brands such as: Wranglers, Lerros, Ben Sherman Crosshatch and Diesel as well as full range of school uniforms. There is an alteration service available every Wednesday and a full barbers facility available in store. Tel: 085 142 5553 for more information.

Hairdresser of the week

Elita Hair Salon, Patrick’s Street, Kilkenny 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.

Auctioneer of the week

Sherry Fitzgerald McCreery, Parliament Street, Kikenny In 1876 Alexander McCreery established an auctioneering business in Kilkenny and five generations later the McCreery tradition in property continues. Peter McCreery, great grandson of the founder and Managing Director of Sherry FitzGerald McCreery, has 30 years experience in the property business. In 2000, Peter joined Sherry FitzGerald and thus Sherry FitzGerald McCreery was established. The office is the first port of call for house hunters or those looking for commercial or rental accommodation. For more information tel: 056 7721904.

Business of the week

Movie of the week

Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation Ethan Hunt and the Impossible Missions Force return for ‘Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation’, and find themselves being hunted by the Syndicate, an ‘anti-IMF’ which the CIA doesn’t believe exists. With the head of the CIA threatening to close down the Force, Hunt must reassemble his team for what may be their final mission: to prove that the Syndicate’s network of assassins and rogue operatives is real, and to destroy it before it kills them first.

Album of the week

Yes: Like It Is: Yes Live At Mesa Arts Center On August 12th 2014, YES jumped on stage at the Ikeda Theater in Mesa, AZ performing some of their most well-known and influential releases ever. Reflected in this new retrospective live chapter and perfect companion of ‘Like it Is - Yes at the Bristol Hippodrome’, this new live audio visual album offers two of their classic albums in their entirety, all in one concert: 1971’s FRAGILE, and 1972’s CLOSE TO THE EDGE.

DVD of the week

Hot Tub Time Machine 2 Rob Corddry, Craig Robinson and Clark Duke return for this comedy sci-fi sequel directed by Steve Pink. This time around, Lou, Nick and Jacob (Corddry, Robinson and Duke) jump back in the hot tub after Lou is shot inside his home to hopefully go back in time and catch the shooter. However, when they turn up in the year 2025 they find they have to alter the future in order to change the past. The supporting cast includes Chevy Chase, Gillian Jacobs and Collette Wolfe.

Game of the week

Kilkenny Tile Store, Irishtown, Kilkenny

Batman: Arkham Knight (Xbox One)

Kilkenny Tile Store have been in business for over 20 years. They have a great reputation for top quality wall and floor tiles, excellent customer service and ranges that are a little different. There are always a plentiful supply of tiles in stock at all times, ready to take away. Kilkenny Tile Store import directly from factories, so their prices are very competitive with specials on offer from 1/2 price all year round. Tel: 056 7763099 or visit: www.kilkennytilestore.ie for more information.

The Batman: Arkham games have been growing in scope since Arkham Asylum showed the world how superhero games should be done way back in 2009. Enhancements have been made, with new moves and high-tech gadgetry in the fray. For the first time Batman can deploy gizmos such as batarangs, the grapnel gun or the line launcher while flying! A big selling point for many will be the introduction of a driveable Batmobile. With a brand-new design, the souped-up vehicle can be used right across the Gotham map. That might be for a highspeed chase, or it might be for intense battles on the streets.

Book of the week

App of the week

That Day in June by Martina Reilly

Steve Reich’s Clapping Music (iOS)

Max is a high-flying PR exec, a mover and shaker - the man who has it all. Sandy is a runaway who has swapped her unhappy past for a life on the streets. Every day, Max brings Sandy a coffee. But then one morning Max doesn’t show up. And when Sandy tracks him down she discovers a man who has lost everything: his career, his family, his reputation. It seems like Max and Sandy have more in common than they realised - including a certain day in June when their lives fell apart.

American composer Steve Reich created Clapping Music, a song created entirely from clapping, in 1972, and in 2015, he created an app to go with it.The app’s real purpose is to help train your rhythm through gamification of Reich’s famous piece. Different levels will challenge you along the way once you feel you’ve mastered a certain difficulty. I’m going to safely file this under“deceptively addicting.”(Free)

Motors

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And that leaves Fine Gael and Fianna FÃ¡il as the one chance for a viable, stable government. Many in both parties would oppose such a union but when it comes to government-making anything is possible.

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Some of those taking part in Dicksboro GAA Club Summer Camp

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Children enjoy the great outdoors

Senior hurling star Colin Fennelly signing autographs

County senior hurling star Padraic Walsh signing a jersey

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children’s camp Participants with hurling stars Joey Holden, Padraic Walsh and Colin Fennelly. Also included are Team Leaders and camp co-ordinators John and Gráinne Timmons

Olive Lacey and daughter Aoibhinn, The Grange, Dunningstown Road

Welcoming stars Colin Fennelly, Joey Holden and Padraic Walsh were John and Gráinne Timmons, from left, John Timmons, Mick Byrne, Colin Fennelly, Joey Holden, Padraic Walsh, Martin Morrissey, Joe Phelan and Gráinne Timmons

Dicksboro Camogie Club’s Andy Ryan ‘cooking up a storm’ in the ‘kitchen’

Dicksboro's GAA Juvenile Chairman John Treacy (left) makes a presentation to camp co-ordinators John and Gráinne Timmons at the barbecue

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Travel

City Breaks: Florence DISCOVER the ‘jewel of Renaissance Italy’ on city breaks to Florence. From its fashionably-attired locals and architectural treasures to its world-renowned art galleries, Florence is a city that exudes style and beauty. The choice of things to do in Florence is remarkable. Take in stunning Renaissance monuments and celebrated artistic masterpieces. Discover renowned shops and markets, tuck into fabulous food and experience the vibrant nightlife. Gaze upon the Gothic splendour of Giotto’s Campanile, or the Renaissance magnificence of Florence Duomo. Admire stunning frescoes by Gaddi and Giotto atSanta Croce Basilica. Or marvel at masterpieces including Michelangelo’s David, at the Accademia and Uffizi art galleries. After this feast of culture, tuck into mouth-watering Tuscan cuisine at a charming trattoria or designer eatery

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ROM golden beaches and adventures for thrill seekers, to the untamed wild and historical heritage. Sri Lanka is a country filled with the essence of paradise. This exotic island is a haven for romance. Take your vows on a perfect beach, in a flower-filled garden, or in the jungle amid the ruins of an ancient kingdom, accompanied by dancers, drummers and traditional singers. Spend your honeymoon relaxing on the beach, enjoying Ayurvedic spa treatments and touring the hill stations, tea plantations

and rainforests. Take the most romantic, sea view rooms, or private villas. No matter when you visit, Sri Lanka will enchant you with its natural beauty, easygoing pace of life, and its rich traditions. With a large population of elephant and leopards and its diverse landscapes, this country is truly special. There are adventure holidays available and luxury hotels with attractive over-water bungalows: a holiday in Sri Lanka can make your wildest dreams a reality.

Heaps of festivals and public holidays happen throughout the year, like Vesak, a May festival that commemorates the Buddha’s birthday. Lanterns light up the streets while pilgrims flock to the temples. Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress - Play the conquering hero and breach the walls of this ancient rock fortress. When you’re finished celebrating your victory, head to the Sinharaja Forest Reserve. A UNESCO heritage site, it’s packed with amazing wildlife - from horned lizards to Asian elephants.

Full steam ahead “ARE YOU right there Michael, are you right?” those famous Percy French lyrics for many conjure up images of the famous West Clare Railway. Although closed in 1961, the Moyasta Junction Station House and 2km of the old narrow-guage line, in Kilrush County Clare, have now been restored. The old railway line once again echoes with the sounds of train whistles and steam engines. Slieve Callan, which was formerly on display on a plinth in Ennis railway station, returned to Moyasta in 2009 and now both the Slieve Callan and a CIE diesel engine alternate duties on the West Clare line. The West Clare Railway and heritage centre is open until August 31st.

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Curtain Call

Film review

Bastard Amber

Pixels

CO-COMMISSIONED by Kilkenny Arts Festival, Bastard Amber is a major new work by leading Irish choreographer, Liz Roche. Moving her rigorous exploration of the body into the realm of the soul, this enthralling piece is partly inspired by WB Yeats’ seminal poem ‘Sailing to Byzantium’ and the meditative golden paintings of the late Patrick Scott. A profound journey into humankind’s spiritual quest, Bastard Amber is filled with unforgettable imagery and stunning design, conjuring a lustrous Byzantine world of contradictory influences,

a meeting place of East and West. With a sublime international company of dancers performing alongside live musicians and featuring an original score, Bastard Amber is a provocative and haunting

experience. Bastard Amber is a coproduced by The Abbey Theatre, Dublin Dance Festival & Liz Roche Company. Friday, August 14th and 15th, Watergate Theatre st at 8pm. Tickets: €20/17.50

Rated: 12 A

INSPIRED by classic video games like Donkey Kong and Pac-Man, ‘Pixels’ tells the story of what happens when real-life video game characters invade the Earth. In 1982, NASA sent a time capsule into space in the hope of contacting alien life. Unfortunately, the aliens interpreted the games in the capsule as a gesture of war, and they use the games as the model for their invasion fleet. Former arcade champion Sam must now lead a team of gamers to defeat the alien army. ‘Pixels’ is based on Patrick’s Jean’s (much better) short film, and stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Michelle Monaghan and Peter Dinklage. Being a Sandler movie from the actor’s own Happy Madison Productions, Pixels is a casually sexist, awkwardly structured, bro-centric comedy, starring some of Sandler’s buddies. The only difference this time is that state-of-the-art CGI has been added to the mix.

Max

Rated:12 A

Events AFTER his Marine partner is killed in action, a military working dog is adopted by the soldier’s Texas family. The handsome Belgian Malinois who plays the title character in Max (with the help of a few trusty stunt doubles) is an action star par excellence. He’s also the only involving character in this blunt instrument of a family drama. The canine trouper fares best not just because of that expressive face and athletic body, but because he’s spared the embarrassment of speaking the hokey dialogue. Emotional nuance never has been the forte of director Boaz Yakin (Remember the Titans) or his co-scripter, Sheldon Lettich (Rambo III), but here even the broad-stroke storytelling falls short of its intended impact — not helped by the desperate bombast of Trevor Rabin’s score.

Irish Sheep Dog Trials SEE the 150 best sheepdogs working Brian Nicholson's sheep at Johnstown from 13th to 15th August 2015 at the beautiful site of Ken Whiteford's field in Tullanvoolty. During the three days of the Irish National Trial, sheepdog handlers from the 32 Counties of Ireland and The Isle of Man will run 150 dogs over the course. Each competitor can enter two dogs. The handler’s aim is to gain a place in their National Team to represent their Nation at the ISDS

annual International Trial. Each National Team has 15 places and one reserve place, so competition is fierce. Besides the handlers and their families there will be

thousands of spectators from all over Ireland and UK come to see the Irish National Trial, some will also come from Europe and America.

Events The Voice of Ireland needs you!

FOLLOWING four successful series which saw ratings smashed this year, RTÉ One’s hit show, The Voice of Ireland, will return for a fifth series. And this week the search begins to find Ireland’s freshest new talent. Producers are now looking for applications for auditions starting this autumn. The world famous format needs no introduction; each singer has 90 seconds to impress one or more of their four coaches. This show is all about the Voice so if you

think you have what it takes to perform live for their coaches and a studio audience then the stage is all yours. Are you the next diva, rocker or pop act? The Voice are looking for the ethereal, the gravelly, the sonorous, and the hypnotic – that unique voice that will blow the coaches away and land you a record deal with Universal Ireland. You can apply now here: www.rte.ie/thevoice and can send an MP3 or a YouTube clip.

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Eagle Run in golf wonderland AFTER 40 years of locals jumping over the blue gate at the bottom of the Spa Hill and walking, running through the golf course on the ‘QT’, the golf club will host its ﬁrst ever fun run on August 26. The inaugural Eagle Run incorporates the best of the golf course’s fabulous scenery, challenging hills and welcome descents. There are two distances. 4k and 8k, the latter is two loops. The route starts and ends close to the clubhouse. There will be post race refreshments in the clubhouse. Prizes will be awarded to men and ladies for both distances. The race will start at 7pm with registration open from 5.30pm in the clubhouse.

Entry fees are runners €10, families €20, children, students and OAPs €5. ERIN’S OWN U14 Country Cup Final: Erin’s Own 5-14, Mooncoin 8-5 A hugely entertaining match ended in a draw.. Well done lads. Deen Celtic Schoolboys’ membership for 2015/17: U6 and U7 €20l; U8 and U9 €30; U10 and U14 €40; U15 to U17 €50; managers’ €20. This Friday is registration day. Thanks goes to auctioneer John Buggy for his sponsorship of the recent summer camp.

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HERITAGE WEEK The Estate Yard is full of history and stories. Once the farmyard, stables and kitchen gardens of the Wandesforde family during the 1700s, today the stables are home to some of Ireland’s best known and most innovative craft makers and a fantastic mining museum telling the story of the Castlecomer Coalmines. A reminder of the Heritage Week events from August 22 to 30: Nightime Bat Walk, Deerpark Colliery Tour and a talk on Kilkenny’s architectural design All events are free. Call to book. For more information go to http://goo. gl/sEzMCX

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We, Cummins + Voortman Ltd (Architects & Urban Designers), on behalf of our clients Eddie & Lisa Bolger-Hynes, intend to apply for planning permission for development to construct/erect an extension with dormer accommodation to the side of existing dwelling, refurbishment/repair/ alteration of the dwelling, upgrade of existing site effluent treatment system & percolation area and all associated works at Ballinabarney, The Rower, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application.

Richard Byrne intends to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Full Planning Permission to demolish an existing agricultural storage shed and to construct a slatted cubicle shed with underground tank and a separate slatted shed with attached hay barn and lean-to shed together with all other associated site works at Muckalee, Ballyfoyle, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I, Martin Prendergast, intend to apply for planning permission for alteration and extension of existing single storey derelict cottage to form new single storey dwelling house, upgrading the existing access onto the public road, the installation of a waste water treatment system and associated works at Clarabricken, Clifden, County Kilkenny The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Peter Thomson Planning Solutions of Suite 1, Burchall House, Parnell St, Waterford (086 819 6856)

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO We, Paddy & Gillian Tyrrell intend to apply for Permission for development at this site situated at: Bleach Road, Dunmore West, Co Kilkenny The development will consist of: Construction of a single storey dwelling with associated single storey garage, new entrance to the public roadway, treatment system and percolation area, landscaping and all other associated siteworks. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO We Peter and Thomas O Hanrahan, Kiljames, Thomastown Co Kilkenny, intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for permission for development of a straw bed cattle shed/calf shed, concrete aprons and associated site works at Kiljames Upper, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I Noel Sugrue, Kilbline House, Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny, intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for permission for development of a straw bed cattle shed, concrete apron, slatted tank, concrete feed passage and apron and associated site works at Kilbline , 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 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO Freebooters Football Club intend to apply for: Planning permission for: 1. An all weather pitch, car parking, storage compound, 4no. 12m high pitch lighting columns and lights, 3m high pitch perimeter fence with netting over, enclosed compound, new site boundary fencing and existing site boundary improvements, 1 no. lamp standard with lamp and cctv cameras and associated works; 2. A 2.4m high boundary fence around existing grassed pitch, 4m high ball nets behind the existing goals, a pitch side stand and associated works; 3. A new tarmac footpath/ hard surface between the existing changing rooms and all weather pitch which shall alter the existing line of the right of way but maintain a right of way between the existing public footpath to the north and public road to the south of the site; and Outline Planning permission for: 1. The erection of a new 2 storey changing rooms building with associated facilities in lieu of existing changing rooms at, The Fair Green, off Gaol 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 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Peter Thomson Planning Solutions of Suite 1, Burchall House, Parnell St, Waterford (086 819 6856)

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO Planning Permission is sought by Monitori Properties Ltd. to extend mezzanine level at first floor to provide Café / restaurant facility with all associated ancillary works, within existing furniture retail warehouse at Unit 4, Hebron Business Park, Purcellsinch, Kilkenny. No exterior alterations are proposed to the external appearance of the unit. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Gittens Murray Architects Ltd., No. 5 William Street, Kilkenny. Tel: 056 7753933 www.gmarch.net

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Golf Callan Results ending week ending 9/8/15. RGA 3/8/15 12 hole stabelford Category A 1st William Gilbert 23 (cb) 2nd John Kinsella 23 3rd Martin Parker 22. Category B 1st Padraig McMurrow 28 2nd Michael Gaine 22 3rd Seamus Foster 21. Electro City Open 4 person team played 2/3/ Aug/15 1st Jim White, Peter Donnelly, Jack Troy, Frank Byrne. 95pts 2nd John Butler, John Kirwan, Don Bolger, Breda Bolger. 93pts 3rd Josephine Leahy, Lil Leahy, Annette Stephenson, Mary Manning. 90pts. O’Dwyers golf store open singles 5/8/15 was cancelled. Club Lotto no winner of lastweeks jackpot €750, €30 pick out winners were Dan Sullivan, Brian Doheny, Anne Corr, next weeks jackpot is €850 thank you for your support. Fixtures Wed 12 Aug O’Dwyers golf store open singles tee times available on line or call 0567725136 for reservations. Thurs 13 Senior Ladies tee reserved 10am to Midday. Friday and Saturday 14/15.Aug Dunnamaggin Classic. Sunday 16th Aug Men’s Singles S/Ford. On Monday 17th August RGA will be running its annual Cois Nóir Cancer Society fundraiser. All members are asked to support this event. Entry fee will be €10. From the 21-23 Aug our annual Super Value club classic will take place this is llways a great event with all proceeds going towards the running of our club therefore as many members should take part as possible. On Monday 24th August the RGA will play for the Brother Burke Trophy. HELENA WINS LADY PRESIDENTS PRIZE On Saturday August 8th 70 ladies played in Callan Golf Club for the coveted Lady President Joe Stauntons prize. With 12 ladies qualifying from the 18 hole stableford which was played in perfect conditions they fought it out in a nine hole play off which was played in much different weather having turned wet and windy. Helena McCormack playing off 18 came up trumps carding 51pts with Breda Ryan (9) winning the best gross with 29 Gross pts. A special mention for young Junior Caoimhe Murphy playing off 16 carding a super score of 55pts. Mary D Grace (33) coming 3rd with a ﬁne score of 50pts 1st Helena McCormack 51pts; 2nd Caoimhe Murphy 55pts; Best Gross Breda Ryan 29 Gross Pts; 3rd Mary D Grace 50pts; 4th Teresa Phelan 49pts c/b; 5th Noelle O Driscoll 49pts; Best 36 H/C Mary O Hanlon 26pts; Past Presidents Ann Campion 32pts; Senior Prize Bea O Donovan 30pts; Committee Prize Kathleen Phelan 32pts; Front 9 Patsy Murphy 22pts; Back Nine Margaret Comerford 20pts Nearest the pin Ann Croke 16ft 3inches 9 Hole Winner Maura Holden 12pts

Castlecomer Open week was eventful and most enjoyable in Castlecomer golf club. Despite the wet

weather that came for some of the days, there was great attendance and good golf played overall. Many thanks to the sponsors, visitors and players for supporting and participating in the celebration of golf and the club in Castlecomer. Open week results: Open Week 3 Person Champagne Scramble 1. Colin Dunne, Warren Byrne, Fergal O’ Neill, 90 pts b9; 2. Kieran Brennan, Gerry Irwin, Patsy Brennan 90 pts; 3. Colin Dunne, Barry Dunne, Ruairi Hoch (Borris) 87 pts; Ladies Caroline Conway, Jean Jackman, Joan Cullinane 70 pts Open Week 2 Person Team Event 1st August 1. Pat Comerford (14), Adam Comerford (17) 50 pts; 2. Shay Kennedy (8), Fergal O’ Neill (18 49 pts; 3. Kevin Brennan (7), Eamon Brennan (12) 48 pts; Ladies Maria Downey(11) Lorretta Mansfield(14) 44 pts b9 Open Week Singles 30th/31st July 1. Cathal Holland (20) 41 pts b9 2. Colm Meagher (10) 41 pts Gross John Doheny (6) 31 pts Cat 1. Kevin Brennan (7) 35 pts Cat 2. Barry Doyle (16)37 pts Cat 3. Martin Ring (22) 37 pts Open Week Senior Singles 29th July Over 50 1. Eamonn Holohan (14) 42 pts b9 2. Michael O’ Connor (18) 42 pts Over 60 1. James Joyce (18) A/Leix 37 pts b9 2. Betty Byrne (17) 37 pts b9 Over 70 1. Matt Dooley (19) 34 pts b9 2. Pat Morrissey(18)34 pts b6 Over 80 1. Liam Farrell (21) 29 pts 2. John Shore (26) 27 pts Open Week 2 Person Team Event 28th July 1. Eamon Brennan (13), Michael Daly (15) 51 pts; 2. Ronan Ryan (13), Nicky Walsh (15) 48 pts; 3. Kevin Brennan (7), Conor McMahon (18) 47 pts Ladies Day: 1. Nuala Mahon (19) 37 pts; 2. Susan Boland (17) 36 pts; Gross Helena Burke (7) Carlow 25 pts; 3. Betty Owens (18) 35 pts After open week, the weekly schedule of weekend singles resumed. Mens Singles 8th/9th Aug 1. Vincent Dwyer (12) 39 pts 2. Cathal Holland (12) 38 pts b9 Gross Michael Buggy (-1) 33 pts Cat 1. Colum Lynch (7) 38 pts Cat 2. Ronan Ryan (13) 34 pts Cat 3. Sean Scanlan (19) 35 pts Diary Thurs 13th Mens Open Singles Fri 1th/Sat 15th 4 person Open Classic (contact club for tee times) Sun 16th Mens Open Singles S/Ford BLUE Markers Ladies: There was great excitement when Margaret Furlong and Susan Boland won in Kinsale golf club to qualify for the semi final in Powerscourt in the Daily Mail, All-Ireland Ladies foursomes event. The match in Kinsale was on a wet, miserable day. The greens were flooded

on arrival, but the match went ahead, with Margaret and Susan giving three shots to their opponents. If ever any team had to dig deep and perform with style anyway, despite bad conditions, this team did exactly that. Refusing to be overcome, they countered each and every adversity to emerge the winners, finally, on the 19th hole. These two ladies have won continuously, qualifying from the club and through the rounds to represent Castlecomer in the semi-final, which is on Sunday, September 6th with the final on the following day. Congratulations to Margaret and Susan, who have been consistent in their good golfing performance in this and other club events and matches throughout the year. They are wished the best of luck in Powerscourt golf club in September, by all the members of the club. There is more good news for the club, with the junior foursomes practicing for the MidLeinster final in Tullamore on the 29th August. Managed by Hanoria Fogarty and Ann Ring, it is a great achievement for the club to reach the final, and every effort is being made by the team panel to achieve victory there, through good practice and preparation. The club match play continues, with those knocked out in the first round entered into the plate competition to play for also. Margaret O’Keeffe kindly sponsored the weekend competition of 8th/9th August. Many thanks to Margaret, who is a keen golfing member of Castlecomer golf club herself. The winner of the competition was Eileen Healy with a score of 39 pts. Helen Murphy came second, on the back 9, with a score of 34, putting Ann Ring into third place, also with a score of 34pts. Well done to the winners and all who participated.

Gowran Park OPEN WEEK CONTINUES AT GOWRAN PARK Gowran Parks’ annual Open Week continues this week with tomorrow Thursday seeing an Open Singles take place followed on Friday 14th August by a 3 Person Scramble both of which are open to ladies and men. RESULTS 14 YEAR CELEBRATIONS Gowran Park member Paul Whelan playing off 5 took the leading spot in our 14 Year Celebration Open Weekend. Paul took the honours on a count back from Stonyford native Oliver Roche and Martin Donohue who also scored 40 pts. Others who featured in the prizes were – Tony Mahon Gowran Park 39 pts Mark taylor Gowran Park 38 pts Charles Sutherland Hogg Bunclody 37 pts Vincent Murphy Bunclody 37pts The weekend was a great success attracting a fantastic entry over the weekend. Thursday last 6th August saw an Open Singles taking place. Paidrigh Lacey (10) Gowran Park took the leading spot with 43 points from visiting golfer Liam Dunne Borris (12) who took 2nd place with 40 points. John

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Condon (17) Gowran Park took 3rd spot with 39 points. The 3 Person Rumble proved very popular on Friday 7th. Local members were to the fore with Mick Dillon, Alex Dunne & Joe Sweeney taking the honours with a fine score of 81 pts. 2nd spot was won again by a local team of Larry Commerford, Martin Donohue & PJ Dreeling scoring 79 points. Third spot went to a visiting team from Waterford. Faithlegg members Donal Lawlor & Dudley Higgins along with Williamstown member Pat Keating scored 76 points over the 18 holes. Our weekend fourball competition was won by Aldo Marini & Paul Shortt with a score of 45pts. Second spot was filled by Joe Byrne & Thomas Nevin with a score of 44pts and 3rd Place went to Darren Carroll & Stephen Roche with a score of 43pts. . RYDER CUP CHALLENGE 2014 Teams are presently entering for our Inaugural Ryder Cup Style Competition – golfers are availing of the opportunity to manage their own team for what promises to be an interesting and very competitive competition. Closing date is Friday 22nd August and full details and entry forms are available from the golf office on 056 7726699 Upcoming Fixtures Open Week continues: Upcoming fixtures include the Junior and Senior Scratch Cups taking place on Sunday 14th September. Thursday 13th August Open Singles Stableford Visitors €15.00 Friday 14th August 3 Person Scramble Visitors €15.00 Sat 15th/Sun 16th August 4 Person Team Event Visitors €20.00 Telephone Proshop on 056 7726699 for Time Sheets for all competitions or online at www.gowranpark.ie Nine Hole The Brendan McDermott Golf Academy Golf Shop 9 hole winner last week, the 29th is the wonderfully talented Rachel Dick. Rachel playing off 15 shot a nett 30.5 for the 9 holes. Second place went to Tony Mahon with 31.5 and third was Ann Mullins with 32. This week’s Brendan McDermott Golf Academy Golf Shop 9 hole winner is Richie Lowry with 22 points playing off 3. Harry Lannon claimed second spot on a count back from Rachel Dick, both shooting 21 points. This Week Members competition this weekend is white tee stroke play. There are golfer of the year points on offer and members can play either Saturday or Sunday.

Mountain View Golfer of the Year The Monthly Medal and Golfer of the Year competitionis been played this weekend 16th of August. With two rounds to be played in this year’s Golfer of The Year Declan Cahill is leading with 21pts followed by P J Doyle on 20pts. Seamus O Brien is in third place on 18pts. The remaining medal competitions is

Winners on Lady Captain’s day at Castlecomer Golf Club: From left, Susan Boland, Maureen Norton, Lady Captain Patricia Doheny, Loretta Mansﬁeld, Hanoria Fogarty.

Joe Forristal (12) winner of Captains Prize 2015 receiving 1st prize from 2015 Captain Seamus Nolan at Mountain View golf club August 30th Results Men’s weekend Single Stableford: The results for this week’s member’s singles stableford are as follows: Kevin O’Sullivan (1st) with 36 points, John Coleman (2nd) with 35 points, Seamus Nolan (3rd) with 34 points Open Competitions 18 hole Single Stableford weekly from Monday to Friday. 9 hole Single Stableford (qualifying competition) weekly from Monday to Friday. For tee-times please contact the golf shop. Club Doubles & Singles Matchplay All quarter ﬁnals of both competitions need to be completed by August 23rd. Lady Presidents Day Lady Presidents Day will take place on August 16th. Please contact the golf shop to register. Diary Tuesday Aug 11th Mountain View Seniors Competition. Monday Aug 10th to Friday Aug 14th Open 9 Hole Single Stableford. Monday Aug 10th to Friday Aug 14th Open 18 Hole Single Stableford Wednesday Aug 12th Ladies Singles Competition. Thursday Aug 13th MV Seniors 13 Hole Competition. Sunday Aug 16th Monthly Medal GOY.

Kilkenny RESULTS & FIXTURES, August 11th MIXED TEAM HEAD TO LEINSTER FINALS & LADIES SENIOR CUP TEAM IN ALL IRELAND FINALS The Leinster Finals of the Irish Mixed Foursomes will take place on Sunday August 16th in Malahide. Kileen Castle will play Malahide at 8am in the first semi final and Baltinglass will play Kilkenny at 8.40am.in the second. The winners of the two semi finals will contest the final at 2.30pm. Team managers Frank Dalton & Barbara Teehan will name their team later in the week. The mixed panel is as follows, Richard Duggan & Margaret McCreery, Anthony Cleere & Catherine King, Kieran Wall & Jacintha Culliton, Daragh McNamara & Amy Keating, Luke Kelly & Kathleen Hogan, Larry Carroll & Stella Coughlan, Brendan Power & Liz Neary, Denis Brophy & Bridget Norwood The winners of the Leinster final will progress to the All Ireland Finals which will take place in Dooks Golf Club Kerry on the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of September. The Ladies Senior cup team are in the All Ireland finals also this weekend, details in the Ladies section of the notes. OPEN LADIES & GENTS SINGLES The next Ladies & Gents Open Singles will take place this Wednesday August 12th. On Wednesday August 19th the St Vincent De Paul Open 3 Person Team Event will take place. Both competitions are bookable online.

PRESIDENTS PRIZE RESCHEDULED President Morgan Doyle’s Prize to the Men has been rescheduled for the Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd of August and will go live for online booking this Friday August 14th at 5.30pm. MIXED SOCIAL GOLF No social golf this Friday August 14th, next mixed Social Golf Friday Aug 21st. sign at 5.45pm for shotgun start at 6pm. JUNIOR / JUVENILE NEWS It is a busy time for the Juvenile section of the club with the Fred Daly boys under 18’s in the All Ireland Finals and the Boys Under 15’s in the Leinster Final. The U15 Boys defeated The Castle GC in a very tight affair in the U15 Interclub Leinster semi-final last Tuesday by 3/2. Louis Walsh was first home with a great 4&2 Patrick O’Shea led match from the 1st before finally closing it out on 17th. With 2 points secure things were not looking good when Richard Duggan & Jack Walsh both part of the winning Fred Daly team, went down on 14th & 16th respectively. Sean Manogue turned 3 down after 11 but with a fantastic fight back he found himself flat after 14. With the match flat heading down 18 Sean hit one of the best 7- irons of his young golfing career leaving himself with a one foot birdie putt for the win. The boys now find themselves in the Leinster final which will be contested on a home and away basis against the winners of Royal Tara and Ardee. The dates which have to be confirmed look like the away leg on Sunday Sept 6th and the home leg on Sunday September 20th. The Fred Daly team will head to the All Ireland Finals in Moyola Park Castledawson just north of Magherafelt County Derry on Tuesday August 25th. The club will run a bus on Tuesday 25th if there is sufficient interest. We are waiting on a price for a bus for the day but if anyone is interested in travelling by bus that day please contact the office. If a bus is travelling it will be leaving around 5am in the morning. As a result of the All Ireland taking place on Tuesday August 25th the Juvenile Open Day which was due to take place on Monday Aug 24th has now been cancelled. Junior/Juvenile Coaching continues on Saturday mornings, 10am for up to 6th class and from 11am for everyone else. Please be present at the clubhouse 15 minutes before your start time. There was no Juvenile competition on Bank Holiday Monday August 3rd. Next Competition Monday Aug 17th and is bookable online. RESULTS Open Long Handicap Sat Aug 8th C.S.S. 71 1. Noel Ronan (19) 37 pts; 2. Martin Treacy (19) 36 pts; 3. John McEvoy (19) 35 pts; 4. Jason Delaney (18) 34 pts; 5. Jerry O’Dwyer (18) 34 pts; Date for presentation of prizes to be confirmed.

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Sport

Nore Swim boosts Homecare

Mayor Joe Malone with Kilkenny Water Safety River Lifeguards at Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nore Swim in Kilkenny City. The swim boosted the coffers of the Carlow, Kilkenny Homecare Team

Ken Bartley and his wife Deirdre Power Bartley, Meadow Way, Kilkenny City Local girls, Robyn Comerford, Niamh Walsh and Christine Doheny

Billy Molloy and his son Michael from Bennestsbridge who took part in the Nore Swim

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Members of Bennettsbridge Art Group at the official opening of their Art Exhibition with Minister of State, Ann Phelan and tutor Julie Moorhouse who opened the exhibition. Also included are Mos Kharaghani, Anne McLoughlin, Lin Cowley, Elma Kharaghani, Helen Crimin, Marion Murphy. Front, Daphne Hunt and Joan Cleere

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All-Ireland Semi Finals’ 7-page GAA Special starts here

Croker beckons as our Cats spring Déise defensive trap

Birthday boy Richie Hogan, 27 on Saturday, was giving away no presents

The generation game: James Duggan Brennan with goalkeeper Eoin Murphy

Croker calls for another great ﬁnal

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All-Ireland Senior Semi Final

Assassinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bullet guns down Kilkenny Waterford

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All-Ireland Minor Semi Final

Elated and deï¬&#x201A;ated Kilkenny Waterford

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All-Ireland Minor Semi Final

but we’ll meet again

Our minors: In second chance saloon

Kilkenny’s Cathal McGrath wins the chase

Michael Cody is chased by Jack Grealish

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The sliotar eludes Conor Doheny and Brian Concannon

Kilkenny’s Darren Mullen is ﬁrst to the ball

12 AUGUST 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

All Ireland Semi Final

Cats fans are best Patrick and Leah Connolly and Kevin Blackmore

Niamh, Liz and Rachel Hogan

Pics: Donal Foley

Ecumenism in sport: Tom Holden, Hollie, Mervin and OisĂn Doyle with Pat Holden

Aogan Ă&#x201C; Fearghail, President of the GAA, with Kilkenny and Waterford supporters

Luke Scanlon and Susan Fitzpatrick

12 AUGUST 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

All Ireland Semi Final

Black and amber to fore

Hugginstown and Boolyglass supporters

Pilly Hernandes with Sinead and Sean O'Keeffe

Pics: Donal Foley

Denis, Majella and David Doyle

Anna and Michael Rice Henebry and Aylward families

12 AUGUST 2015 Kilkenny Reporter