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Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12 2014

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12 NOVEMBER 2014 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12 2014

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Our milkmen now deliver from Ballyragget to China JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@ GMAIL.COM

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nun better than Sister Mary JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Student bank has Orange appeal!

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Jennie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary, Xposure Hair Design, Newpark Shopping Centre, Kilkenny, who won third place in the junior section of the Alfaparf Fantastic Hairdresser Awards in Dublin

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Families unite to remember loved ones John Bradley, second from left, pictured at a conference in Kilkenny Castle with, from left, archaeologist Coilín Ó Drisceoil, Colm Lennon and Tom O’Connor

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s King Edward of the Knitting Needles JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Home grown industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new branch Mark and Sinead Murphy pictured outside the City Car Service Hub with their sons Aiden, aged 2 and Oliver, aged 5

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Santa calls early to local boys and girls JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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5HFRUG 'HPDQG IRU &Ki <L :HLJKW /RVV 7HD &Ki <L 7HD KDV EHFRPH WKH IDVWHVW VHOOLQJ ZHLJKW ORVV WHD LQ ,UHODQG 7KHUDSLH &OLQLF LV UHSRUWLQJ UHFRUG GHPDQG DQG ZDLWLQJ OLVWV QDWLRQZLGH :H LQYHVWLJDWH WKH KRWWHVW FXSD RQ WKH PDUNHW ChĂĄ Yi, is a 400 year old traditional Chinese recipe, a unique blend of herbs and tea which has become a global phenomenon credited with fast, effective weight loss. Due to popular demand this miracle tea arrived in Ireland this summer, exclusive to Therapie Clinics nationwide. ChĂĄ Yi Tea instantly became the fastest selling weight loss tea in the world, and the response has been no different across Ireland. Clinics have reported waiting list around the country as Therapie have been struggling to meet the demand for tea both in store and online with many customer eager to boost their weight loss using a more holistic approach. Commenting on its unprecedented success, Therapie Clinic MD Phillip McGlade said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The response to ChĂĄ Yi Tea has been fantastic, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ&#x201A;ying off the shelves at Therapie Clinic locations nationwide and we are

struggling to keep up with its demand. The great thing about ChĂĄ Yi Tea is itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100% natural, certiďŹ ed approved and has proven to be effective in losing weight in a short time frame and more importantly in a safe way.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no wonder weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re mad about this tea, according to reports itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been tried and tested by many health conscious celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Sophia Dahl and Victoria Beckham. ChĂĄ Yi Tea has a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;certiďŹ cate of approval for health food made in Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, stating that the ChĂĄ Yi Tea brand of slimming teas has a proven weight loss effect. It has a number of other beneďŹ ts, apparently; from boosting the metabolic rate and increasing energy levels, to supporting internal organs as you lose weight. The ChĂĄ Yi Tea system is simple; just drink two cups a day. Its premium ingredients are high in natural anti-oxidants

â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already trying to lose weight, drinking ChĂĄ Yi Tea can help you increase your weight loss by as much as 50%. ChĂĄ Yi Tea is far from your average brew- itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full of specially selected herbal ingredients to facilitate what scientists call â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fat oxidationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; - burning the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fat reserves as fuel. ChĂĄ Yi Tea helps your body to get rid of the fat rather than store it, while reducing your bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to absorb fat from your food at the same time. Coupled with a sensible diet and light exercise, ChĂĄ Yi Tea targets the fat stored in your body, doubling the results than you would get from diet and exercise alone. The ingredients hold all of the answers. In addition to premium oolong tea, it includes a blend of traditional herbs and plants to help purify the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cells and support the essential organs through the digestive

process. Among the 100% natural ingredients youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll ďŹ nd lotus leaf to optimise digestion and Cassia seeds to support the internal organs. One of the key ingredients is Gynostemma Pentaphyllum (also known as Jiaogulan). It has powerful anti-oxidant properties; helps to regulate the digestive

system and helps to cleanse the body, leaving you with brighter eyes and skin. Wow, who knew we could be so right in our national love of a good cup of tea. ChĂĄ Yi is available from Therapie Clinic Waterford â&#x20AC;&#x201C; call 051 870 910 or visit www.therapieclinic.com

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)LOP 7KH WKHRU\ RI HYHU\WKLQJ Eddie Redmayne likely punches his ticket into the Best Actor race with his miraculous portrayal of brilliant physicist, cosmologist and author Stephen Hawking in James Marshâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Theory of Everything. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crass to automatically rush to awards conversation when discussing a new ďŹ lm entering the marketplace, but if weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re being honest, Theory is one of those prestige biopics that largely exists to ride the annual waves of Oscar chatter, and Redmayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s portrayal of Hawking is so impressive, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be wrong not to begin the conversation here. The Theory of Everything is a romantic, artistic, sprawling yet beautiful story about a challenging love shared between noted genius Stephen Hawking (Redmayne) and his incredibly supportive spouse, Jane (Felicity Jones). I use the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;sprawlingâ&#x20AC;? because

Theory attempts the near impossible â&#x20AC;&#x201C; tracing the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey from its earliest stages in University (where they ďŹ rst meet) to the point where Hawking receives the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth the II. Needless to say, that is a lifetime of achievements, accomplishments, accolades and arguments to condense into one manageable feature-length ďŹ lm. Luckily, The Theory of Everything landed in the capable hands of Oscar-winning documentarian James Marsh, whose brilliant features leading up to Theory include the fascinating Project Nim and the mesmerizing Man On Wire. Marshâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience in the editing room as a documentary ďŹ lmmaker likely aided him in ďŹ nding the ďŹ&#x201A;ow and throughline for Theory. What else does a documentarian do but amass endless hours of

footage (or, in the case of Hawking, years and years of brilliant scientiďŹ c achievements), then whittle it down into the shape of a digestible account. Yes, the Academy LOVES to reward actors who look like Redmayne when they sacriďŹ ce their on-screen appearance for the good of a part. But reducing Redmayneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s portrayal to an Oscar-reaching parlor trick is dismissive and unfair. His transformation, physically and internally, into Hawking is ďŹ&#x201A;at- out mesmerizing. He is stunning. This is one of the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest performances, and I believe Redmayne currently is the one to beat in the Best Actor category. It will be interesting to see if Redmayne, alone, carries Theory into multiple Oscar categories, or if the stately biopic will end up being a one-man show come awards time.

%LJ +HUR Compared to where things stood even just 10 years ago, the worlds of both comic book movies and animated features have changed drastically. The rise of Marvel Studios, the reinvention of the X-Men franchise, and the nascent DC Cinematic Universe have audiences both accepting and embracing more complex and characterdriven superhero stories. And Walt Disney Animation alone has spent the last few years producing beautiful ďŹ lms with powerful, surprising, challenging messages about things like self-acceptance and individuality. Movies of this genre and/or medium have grown in such a way that they no longer need to play the baseline game, and have a tremendous opportunity to present something bold and fresh with each new outing. So the fact that Big Hero 6 doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t is an unfortunate mixture of both confusion and disappointment.

Adapted from the Marvel comics of the same name and made by the minds at Walt Disney Animation -the story follows a teenage robotics genius

named Hiro (voiced by Ryan Potter), who ďŹ nds himself coping with the loss of his older brother, Tadashi (voiced by Daniel Henney), by teaming up with an inďŹ&#x201A;atable nurse robot named Baymax (voiced by Scott Adsit). They are joined by Tadashiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college friends (voiced by T.J. Miller, Jamie Chung, Genesis Rodriguez and Damon Wayans

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GAME OF THE WEEK G Gamers Assistant (IOS, free): not exactly a game but if you regularly play Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, or any other form of CCG or board game then be sure to check out Gamers Assistant on your iPhone and iPad as it makes a great companion app. What we have here is a nifty addition to the Entertainment category of the App Store that acts as a modular gaming assistant for fans of collectible card games and board games, or anything that uses an elaborate dice system. Within the app you’ll ﬁnd support for different sized dice and counters for various games, making it the perfec fect companion for use alongside Dungeons & Dragons o or similar games.

DVD OF THE WEEK Mr Brooks, Starring Kevin Costner and Demi Moore (also on Netﬂix): Earl Brooks (Costner) is a highly respected businessman and Man of the Year. He hides a terrible secret however: he is a serial killer known as the Thumbprint Killer. He has been attending AA meetings and has kept his addiction to killing under control for two years now but his alter ego, Marshall (William Hurt), has re-appeared and is pushing him to kill again. When he does kill a couple while they are making love, he is seen and photographed by someone who also has his own death and murder fetish. In a parallel story, the police detective (Moore) investigating the murder is having problems of her own, going through a messy divorce. Although seven years old, hunt it down for it is one of the ﬁnest thrillers, I have seen in a long time, superbly acted and diligently directed. And, of course, a twist or two.

FO YOUR DIARY FOR TH THIS WEEK Su Subtitle Film Festival 2014 (Monday 24 -30) : Subtitle is Ireland’s newes est film festival and a unique opportunity to catch some of the most p popular European films that can’t be found at the multiplex. And a cchance to meet their makers and stars. If you’re looking for provocattive, funny, accessible and smart European films, then Subtitle is for yyou. Subtitled films are all serious, difficult and end unhappily, right? Mmm… There’s a world of filmmakers across Europe creating films that have delighted audiences across the world with their comedy, tragedy, intelligence and beauty. And the festival’s bringing some of the best of these films together from across the last decade to Kilkenny. So go and see the films, meet the makers and admire the talent. Further details, http://www.subtitle.com.

THE BUSINESS THIS WEEK A Rural Experience: this is a family tour business based in Co. Kilkenny. Proprietor Amy Mc Donald has been offering a wide range of day trips and extended tours across Ireland since 2007 and provide informative and fun tours in a relaxed manner for all to enjoy. Amy is an experienced tour guide who’s passion for Irish history and travel together with her knowledgeable and welcoming team of staff deliver tours to the highest standards. The team design and operate various tours nationwide. Amy studied Irish history in St Kieran’s College, as and was formerly employed as a tour guide in Jerpoint Abbey and at Reginald’s Tower, Waterford before setting out on her own. She was a ﬁnalist in The Women in Business Awards in 2009. Details and contact numbers at info@ruralexperience.com

TV OF THE WEEK War Of Words, Soldier Poets On The Somme (BBC, Saturday 9.45pm): there have been many fine TV and radio programmes this year marking the centenary of the First World War, a few giving place (at last) to the many form this island who went fighting so that small nations might be free. This evocative outing focuses on the men who were there amid the terrible carnage and who responded with unforgettable prose and verse. Here are the moving stories and lines from such as Robert Graves, Edmund Blunden, Siegfried Sassoon and one JRR Tolkien. This was the war that was supposed to end all wars but 100 years on the world seems more at conflict with itself than ever… PS, don’t forget episode two of the Fall, Season 2 on RTE 1 on Sunday night.

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Lifestyle & Entertainment The Assassination Of Margaret Thatcher, by Hilary Mantel (Fourth Estate, €17.99): even before world acclaim as twice winner of the Booker Prize for the novels Wolf Hall and Bring Up The Bodies, Hilary Mantel often delivered unsettling ideas that prickle beneath the skin while the reader wonders if the worst imaginable is actually what she’s hinting at. This is a collection of 10 short stories, the book’s title one set in Windsor at the height of IRA activity in the 1980s, when a woman allows a sniper to use her apartment with the intention of assassinating Mrs T as she emerges from hospital. Initially, she mistakes him for the plumber but a meeting of minds develops and she proves content enough to aid and abet, indeed proves quite fascinated by his process and emotional state.

ALBUM OF THE WEEK O Human by Cheryl (Polydor): this is a bit of a quiet Only surprise. Quite, in fact. Opening with an excerpt from su the lecture ‘What if money was no object’ by the Britth ish philosopher and Zen Buddhist Alan Watts (I’m a is big fan, of Watts not Cheryl) the X Factor’s fourth solo b aalbum signals its unconventional intent from the start. Watts’ words are the catalyst for a brilliant six-track W sequence that includes the No. 1 single Crazy Stupid Love and the deﬁant killer Waiting For Lightening and builds up to moves out on big beats and even bigger electro hooks A very deﬁnite big notch up on her previous outings and vocally she’s in great form. Like I said, quite a surprise from Mrs Fernandez-Versini, formerly Aloud. Go girl, go… known as Cole and formerly with Girls A

GIG OF THE WEEK The Barber Of Seville at Waterford Odeon (Saturday Nov 22 at 6pm); live in HD from The Met, New York, Rossini’s classic comedy features some of the most instantly recognisable melodies in all of opera. The Met’s effervescent production stars Isobel Leonard as the feisty Rosina, Lawrence Brownlee as her conspiring suitor and Christopher Maltman as the endlessly resourceful and charming barber. Michele Mariotti conducts the vivid and tuneful, memorable score. Broadcast to 19 theatre venues throughout Ireland. Book your Waterford seats now.

MOVIE OF THE WEEK Nightcrawler (16s, 117 mins): a wonderful movie about, eh, ﬂesh-eaters in Los Angeles. Louis Bloom (Jake Gylllenhaal) is a thief and a cheat who spends his time prowling the means streets of LA for footages of car crashes and homicides which he then sells to Nina, an over-the-hill news producer working the vampire-shift on the lowest-rated TV station in the city. She and Bloom dwell in an airless, heartless world where cynical journalists prey on their unsuspecting victims in the dead of night, in a city that’s portrayed as eerie, morbid and downright sad. And, even more, the Bloom character is not a mere ﬁction invention: some news hounds do exist, working their sorry beat for news organisations that make our red-tops seem like a homer decorating mag. This is a slick, smart and thrilling piece of cinema made in homage to those old B-movies.

APP OF THE WEEK The Official Formula 1 App (IOS, free): the Official Formula 1® App is available for free download and offers leader board, lap times, sector classiﬁcation, news stories and session commentary from Formula1.com throughout the new season in a brand new interface. Available as an in-app purchase, the F1® 2014 Premium Season Pass gives users full access to the above, plus exclusive content including official live timing of all F1® sessions; in-corner analysis comparing drivers’ entry, apex and exit speeds; team radio transmissions; drag reduction system (DRS) usage indicator; and race control messages. Follow each round of the 2014 FIA Formula One World Championship like never before!

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Christmas

Victors

party Menu 2014

at the Club House Hotel

Caesars Salad with Crunchy Croutons Chef’s Fresh Homemade Winter Vegetable Soup

Roast Stuffed Turkey & Ham, Cranberry Sauce Darne of Salmon, Lemon & Basil Sauce

Finger Food Party from

€5

per person

Prime Roast Rib of Beef, Horseradish Cream

Accommodation Rates 2014 Friday Nights from €70 Saturday nights from €75

Seasonal Vegetables & Potato Selection

Live music every Friday and Saturday night

Plum Pudding with Brandy Sauce Festive Gourmet Platter The ‘Olde World’ Charm make it the ideal place for a great night out

Freshly Brewed Coffee & Tea

Vouchers For the Perfect Gift this Christmas Club House Hotel Voucher Buy online or call 056 7721994 for more information. Call reservations on 056 7721994 for bookings & availability

€22.50 per person

Menus can be designed and tailored to suit you

Choose from our Novelty Christmas Parties

Christmas Dinner Menu 2014 Quail Scotch Egg, Guacamole, Fennel Slaw

Sensory Dining

Potted Goatsbridge Smoked Trout Pate, Toasted Brioche, Apricot Salsa

A sensory feast served to blindfolded guests

Herby Fruit Medley with Coconut Milk

Pre Dinner Drinks Reception

Roast Pepper & Tomato Soup, Garlic Croutons

4 course surprise meal with accompanying wine/drinks Novelty games and entertainment throughout the night Live Entertainment into the late hours

Turkey Escalope, Smoked Stuffed Bacon, Christmas Stufﬁng, Plum & Cranberry Sauce Slow Roasted Beef Cheek, in Guinness Rack of Pork, Black Pudding Crown, Apple Gravy

€35

Fillet of Hake with a Buttery Spinach Sauce (Parmesan Crisp)

per person

Baked Stuffed Aubergine Graitine

Crushed Carrots with Pernod Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons Christmas Roasties

Christmas Cocktail Party

Christmas Berry Mess with Macaroons Cranberry Cheesecake

Gourmet Appetizers

Lemon Citrus Tartlet Lemon Citrus Lemoncello

Fun & Games throughout the night with surprises on the night

Triple Chocolate Gateau, White Chocolate Sauce

Live Entertainment into the Late Hours Freshly Brewed Fair Trade Coffee & Tea

€29.50

€15

per person

Patrick Street, Kilkenny. Tel: 056 7721994 Email: info@clubhousehotel.com www.clubhousehotel.com

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Over the course of our lives, the experts in such matters say, our sense of self-image develops through a complicated interplay between, for starters, cultural ideals, life experiences and, yes, accumulated comments by others. The result is, inevitably, a distortion of reality of sorts.

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Winter Fuels

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Winter Fuels

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12 NOVEMBER 2014 Kilkenny Reporter

Lifestyle & Living

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

A fascinating trip down memory lane

Young athletes are the pride of ‘Comer THE LEINSTER ‘A’ and the Kilkenny ‘B’ Cross Country Championships have featured many of the local clubs under age athletes over the last two weekends. In addition, Castlecomer’s Janette Boran ran the Dublin City Marathon where her preparation was rewarded with a satisfying performance. Castlecomer District Hospital beneﬁted from fundraising linked to her participation. The Leinster ‘A’ Championships were held in Avondale, County Wicklow. Molly O’Dornan ﬁnished sixth in an U10 open race.. The U12 boys were part of

a Kilkenny team which was second in the inter-county championship. Jack Murphy was 14th, Cathal O’Reilly 26th and Will Fox 49th. Killian Hogan, Nicky Connolly and Sean O’Dornan competed at U14, while Aoife Cahalan competed in the girls’ race. Kilkenny were bronze medal team at U18 and Lauren Dermody who ﬁnished eight led this team home with her best placed performance at provincial level. The Kilkenny boys’ U18 team won silver. Sean Buggy (38th) was part of this group. Attention last weekend

Photo includes Molly O’Dornan (front left) at Leinster Championships in Avondale

turned to Thomastown. Molly Cummins was the U8 gold medallist. In the U8 Boys race, Bobby Brennan and James O’Neill ﬁnished 10th and 15th

respectively. Emily Murphy was 10th in the U10 race. Boys’ bronze The boys U10 team ﬁnished

in the bronze medal position, Michael Brennan leading home in 4th, Matt Bolger following in 9th, Joey Ryan 11th, Jack Comerford 16th, Cory Bray 20th, Conor Brophy 21st and Eli Dunne 27th. The U12 girls won silver. Katie Clarke’s individual bronze consolidated by Sarah Brophy 8th, Aoibhinn Brophy 13th, Sophie Kealy 19th, Caoimhe O’Reilly 22nd, Ameilie Bolger 23rd and Katelyn Cummins 24th. The U12 boys excelled to secure team gold. Luke Dunne led his team home in 5th, followed by Matt Heeny 9th and Jack Burke 10th. This very

young group are all still U11 runners. Aoife Cahalan and Ellen Buggy finished 2nd and 6th respectively at U14. Aoife won individual silver. Killian Hogan did likewise with his second place finish at U14 with Nicky Connolly fourth. Ross Connolly was 5th and James Buggy 6th in the U16 boys’ race. Mary Coady competed in novice women’s race, finishing sixth. The Leinster ‘A’ Championships continue in Adamstown, County Wexford next weekend.

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I Martin Finn am applying for permission for retention of alterations to dwelling from plans approved under Planning Register Number 1/1/8324. The alterations include (1) revised roof design (2) revised window designs to front elevation (3) conversion of part of garage to domestic bedroom and all associated site works at Whitehall, Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

We Michael & Aoife Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Neill are applying for permission for the erection of stables and a sand arena and all associated site works at Carrickanoran, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

Planning Permission is sought by Michael Hoyne for retention permission of a two storey dwelling house, semi-detached domestic garage, vehicular site entrance and all associated site developments works at Carrickmourne, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. This application details variations to site entrance, increase in area of lower ground floor, raised deck area, modified roof design & elevational modifications from that previously approved under planning permission reference P 1-1-6305. 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. Signed: Gittens Murray Architects Ltd., No. 5 William Street, and Kilkenny. Tel No: 056-7753933. web:www.gmarch.net

Planning Permission is sought by Mark Healy to construct a two storey dwelling house, provision of a new septic tank & percolation area, domestic garage, vehicular site entrance, bore hole well and all associated site developments works at Barretstown, Knocktopher, 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. Signed: Gittens Murray Architects Ltd., No. 5 William Street, and Kilkenny. Tel No: 056-7753933. web:www.gmarch.net

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We Goresbridge Community Park Development Committee are applying for permission for alterations to plans approved under Planning Register Number 13/116. The alterations include a revised entrance road design and all associated site works at Grange Lower, Goresbridge, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

We David Brady & Sean Webb c/o WYSE are applying for permission for retention of alterations to dwelling as constructed including site boundaries (alterations to plans approved under Planning Register Number 01/410) and all associated site works at Reevanagh, Castlewarren, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I, AHC Limited, am applying for planning permission for the erection of an agricultural storage shed at Ballykeoghan, Kilmacow, 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. 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. Signed: Peter Thomson Planning Solutions of Suite 1, Burchall House, Parnell St, Waterford (086 819 6856)

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO We ,P M Cantwell limited, hereby apply for full planning permission to the above Planning to erect 1 No 3 Bedroom detached house, 6 no 3 bedroom SemiDetached houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s with site landscaping and all associated site works on our lands located at Newpark, 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 Michael Condon- Architect â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MRC Design LTD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 City Wall, James Street, Kilkenny. Ph 087 2032869

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*ROI 1RWHV Castlecomer Soon, the dignitaries of the club for 2014 hand over the baton of management to the incoming Captains, Vice-Captains and President for 2015. Many, many thanks to Captain Gerry Dunne, Lady Captain Ita Madigan and President Brian Harrington for their steady and progressive hands that brought 2014 to be a happy, successful year for the club. All members are asked to attend the AGMs so suggestions, future directions and plans can be contributed by the full membership for the 2015 year and beyond. It is important for all to attend, both to acknowledge and commend the outgoing representatives of the club and lend support and encouragement to the incoming representatives. The Men’s section AGM takes place on Tuesday 18th November at 8pm. The Ladies AGM is on Friday 21st November at 8pm. The joint AGM of the club is on Friday 28th November at 8 pm. All are encouraged to attend the AGM of their section and of the joint club AGM to have their say and input into the club. Mens: Winter Comp 15 holes 8th/9th Nov 1. Marty O’ Shea (12) 35 pts b9 2. Roddy McMyler (16) 35 pts 3. Danny Walsh (28) 34 pts November 15th/16th Mens Open Singles Winter Competition The First round of the Winter Team League begins this weekend 15th/16th Nov. Please see noticeboard for composition of teams. Top 4 teams will qualify for matchplay semi ﬁnals in Februray 2014. Events: There was a tremendous turn out for the Christmas cookery demonstration held on Friday, 7th, in the club house. Delicious treats, mulled wine and laughter galore was thoroughly enjoyed by the full house. Hidden talents of cookery and stage showmanship among members was revealed. Members, Mai McEvoy, Clare O’Connor, Teresa Manning, Betty Owens, Noreen Curry and Marie Gannon tickled everyone’s fancy with their tasty treats and their witty

performances. Special guests, Richenda Talbot and Mick Galwey also showed their specialist training and capability to full effect. Connie Bolton demonstrated it is possible to have abilities from baking to wreath making. Master of ceremonies, Delia O’Donoghue, proved she missed an alternative career as an outstanding versatile chat show host ﬁt for any studio or stage. Certainly, golﬁng alone is only one of the multiple skill sets to be found among the lady members of the Castlecomer club. Thanks to Clare O’Connor who organised the highly successful night’s event for the entertainment of all. Special offers: Membership offers are now available for those interested in joining the Castlecomer club. Information about rates for membership, green fees and society bargains can be accessed from the web-site www.castlecomergolf.ie. Current news, results and lotto ticket purchase along with much more, is also to be found on the site.

Callan GC Lotto Callans Golf Club Lotto has never had a bigger jackpot with 6450e for the winner next week. Many members and friends of the club have benefitted from winning our Lotto in the past and this week it could be your turn to benefit. Supporters of our Lotto have provided thousands in revenue and this has helped the club to secure a solid financial future and all at the club and in particular the Lotto Committee would like to thank all our supporters for your fantastic loyalty. Last weeks numbers were 20,28,35. Lucky dip winners were Richard Cuddihy, Gerry Crowley and Henry Holden. Please purchase your tickets for Thursdays draw as it might be your turn to enjoy the jackpot. Turkey and Hams Richard Needham playing off 17 took top honors on the first week of the Turkey and Ham competitions with a fabulous 44 points. In Division 1 Sean Brett took first place with a fine 41 points while in Division 2 Patrick Russell had 41 points to lead and in Division 3 Sean Walzer had a fabulous 44 point total. We’ll done to all winners. There are loads of opportunities between now and the festive season to

bring home a ﬁne present to your family by taking part in these weekly competitions. Special Rates There is a special rate for membership for those under 30 for the coming season. To discuss this offer for new or lapsed members please consult Margaret in the office at 0567725136. Results Men’s Singles Sunday 9 Nov 1 R Needham 44 Div 1 Sean Brett Div 2 Patrick Russell 3 Sean Walzer Senior Ladies 4th Nov 1 Mary Lanigan 24 2 Margaret T O Shea 23 3 Teresa Phelan 23 4 Bea O Donovan 22 5 Catherine Dore 22

Gowran Park GC NOVEMBER MADNESS – Play for Turkey’s and Hams November Madness – Saturday 15th November 2014 There will be an Open Singles Competition on Saturday next 15th November with a special entry fee of only €10.00 for visitors (€5 for members). Prizes will be turkey’s and hams – a great chance to get ready for the festive season ahead! Timesheet is now open online or telephone 056 7726699. Open Fourball – Sunday 9th November 2014 Our final Open Fourball of the year took place on Sunday with a full time sheet in place. Rathdowney pairing, Ollie Stapleton (10) and Paddy Sweeney (20) took the honours with a great score of 46 points on a countback from George Barcoe (17) and Eddie Walsh (12). 3rd Place went to John Barcoe (15) and Liam Hutchinson (21). Autumn Qualifier – 6th/7th November 2014 Last weeks’ qualifier for the Autumn Series was a Singles competition over Thursday and Friday. Local members came to the fore with Martin Donohoe (17) taking the honours. Tommy Bolger (15) took 2nd place. The competition continues this week with online booking available or telephone the golf office for timesheet 056 7726699. LADIES: Ladies 11 Hole Stableford – Wednesday 5th November 2014

1st Ger Hickey (20) 24pts 2nd Maria Carter (36) 22pts 3rd Mary Purcell (33) 21pts c/back Golden Golfers – Champagne Scramble – Friday 7th November 2014 1st Tony Dooley (14), Ger Hickey (20), Jim Fisher (22) 56 pts 2nd Mick Dillon (12), Liam O’Dwyer (10), Niamh Connolly (16), Mandy Curry (36) 55 pts Competition continues every Friday for members with a draw for partners at 10.00 a.m. This open draw is an opportunity for members to get to mingle outside of their usual pairings and especially for new members to become involved. Fixtures: Saturday 15th November Open Singles – Visitors €10.00 – play for Turkey’s & Hams Sunday 16th November Members 11 Hole Singles Thursday 13th/Fri 14th November Open Autumn Singles – Visitor €20 includes soup & sandwich Saturday 22nd November RACE MEETING

Mountain View GC Winter League After round 3 of the Winter League Michael Waugh is still the leader in Category 1 with 26 points followed by Pat Joyce on 18 points. Colm Hayes is in third place with 14 points. In Category 2 John Coffey tops the table with 18 points. Colin Widger is second on 14 points and Declan Cahill is third on 14 points. This competition resumes this weekend with a Single Stroke Competition. Next weekends round is single stroke. Winter League Round 3 Results Category 1 1st Tommy Walton(14) 41Pts 2nd Pat Joyce(14) 40Pts 3rd Michael Waugh(11)40Pts Category 2 1st Declan Eustace (18) 41Pts 2nd Nicholas Fennelly(26) 37Pts 3rd Dennis Brennan(18) 36Pts MV Seniors 3 Man Rumble 1st Noel Fennelly (15), Michael Hoyne (19), Paddy O Brien(20) 75pts 2nd Liam Maddock(18),Liam Kelly (22), Michael Bookle(25) 73pts 3rd Eddie Kennedy(16),Dick Grant (23), John Menton(25) 69pts Group & Society Bookings

We are taking bookings for Groups and Societies for the 2015 with special rates for the remainder of 2014 including Saturdays. Golf for two plus motorized buggy for 40.00. The clubhouse is now taking booking for Christmas parties with tailored made packages to suit all needs. Diary November 11th MV Seniors Competition November 12th MV Ladies Competition November 16th Winter League Round 4 - Stroke

Kilkenny Golf Club MENS PRIZE PRESENTATION There will be a Men Prize Presentation this Saturday November 15th at 6pm. All prizewinners or a representative are requested to attend. Prizes for October 19th, October 26th, November 2nd and November 9th will be presented. NEW MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The club is currently open for a limited number of new members and anyone joining at the moment and paying their fee will not have to pay again until January 2016 thus gaining the beneﬁt of a few months free membership. There are various options and plans available for those joining and the entrance fee can be spread out over a number of years if so wished. For further details please contact Sean or Aoife in the office on 056 7765400. EGM & INFORMATION MEETINGS THURSDAY NOVEMBER 13TH. The EGM on Thursday November 13th at 7.15pm will be a revision of the Constitution and Rules of the club and members will be voting on proposed changes to the constitution on the night. This meeting is open Category A members.(Full Voting members) The second meeting on the night at 8.30pm approx after the EGM and will be a general information meeting and is open to Category A (Full Voting Members) and Category B (Lady Associate Members) . Hard copies of the proposed revised constitution are available from the golf office. CHRISTMAS PARTY MENUS Club caterer Barry Joyce has produced a very attractive and competitive party menu in the run up to Christmas and can

cater for small or large groups, for further details Barry can be contacted on the club phone 056 7765400. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Thursday November 13th, Joint Club EGM at 7.15, General Members Information Meeting at 8.30 approx after the EGM. The EGM is for all Category A (Full voting members) and the general information meeting is for Category A (Full voting members) and Category B (Lady associate Members). Thursday November 20th 7.30pm. Memorial Service for deceased members and former members. Saturday November 29th Joint Captains Dinner in the club. Friday December 5th Ladies Club Christmas Party. Wednesday December 10th Ladies Club AGM 7.30pm. Thursday December 11th Mens Club AGM 7.30pm. Thursday December 11th Senior Ladies Christmas Dinner at 2pm. Thursday December 18th Senior Mens Christmas Dinner 5pm. HONDA CENTRE GOLFER OF THE YEAR With three events played in the 2014/2015 Honda Centre Golfer of the Year competition the leader is Thomas Walsh on 24 points. The next competition is not until March and there are still 12 events to be played. With bonus points on offer in the Captains Prize, the Club Singles and the Presidents Prize the Golfer of the Year is still wide open. The top ﬁve places at the moment are; 1. Thomas Walsh 24 Pts 2. Kieran Hoban 20 Pts 3. Luke Kelly 17 Pts 4. Shane Henderson 15 Pts 5. Carl Widger 15 Pts CLUB PROFESSIONAL JIMMY BOLGER WINS IN ABU DHABI Congratulations to Club Professional Jimmy Bolger who won the Etihad Airways PGA Abu Dhabi Pro Am held in the Abu Dhabi GC – in Abu Dhabi last week. Jimmy had 74 stableford points for the two rounds and had two points to spare. Jimmy and his team of amateurs also won the team event to make it a double success for Jimmy.

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Brian Cody, Shamrocks, breaks away from Patrick Nolan, St Martin’s in their semi-ﬁnal

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Sport St Canice’s Credit Union Senior Hurling Final

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Pics: Donal Foley

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Michael Lyng Motors Kilkenny Intermediate Hurling Final

Mullinavat are Rainbow Warriors

Super champions: Mullinavat

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Ned Quinn Willie O’Dwyer and Michael Lyng of Michael Lyng Motors

Willie O’Dwyer, captain Mullinavat, referee Sean Cleere and John Mooney, captain St Patrick’s

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Michael Lyng Motors Kilkenny Intermediate Hurling Final Robert Malone, Mullinavat, escapes the clutches of Jody Phelan Joe Brennan and Conor Delaney, St Patrick’s Pics: Donal Foley

Aerial duel between Paddy McEvoy, St Patrick’s and Jamie Fennelly, Mullinavat

Jody Phelan, St Patrick’s is closely watched by Ian Duggan

James Gannon, St Patrick’s

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JJ Kavanagh & Sons Kilkenny Junior Hurling Championship Final

A ‘Bridge too far for Mooncoin Liam Blanchﬁeld, Bennettsbridge, shields the ball from Eoin Hennebry

Deserving junior champions, Bennettsbridge Pics: Donal Foley

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JJ Kavanagh & Sons Kilkenny Junior Hurling Championship Final Cormac Wafter in hot pursuit of Seamus Kearns Pics: Donal Foley

Robert Lennon and Sean Wall battle for possession

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Sandwich man: Aidan Cleere is sandwiched by Jamie McGrath and PJ Ryan

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A GAA party to cherish

St Patrick’s Brass Band entertained at GAA party

Pics: Donal Foley

Richie Power, Ned Quinn, Rachel Wyse and Paul Murphy

Youth has its ﬂing

Jake Acreman, Barry Hickey and Rachel Wyse

Antoinette Morrissey and Joe Brennan

Ailish Delaney and Elaine Hogan

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