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Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 2015

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14 JANUARY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 2015

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River Courtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x201A;¬2m splash on major hotel makeover JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@ GMAIL.COM

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Goffs Thyestes Chase: January 22

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Kathy O’Farrell, O’Farrell Mayor Andrew McGuinness and Joe Connolly

Catherine and Paul Holden

Dean Smithwick, Vincent Fitzpatrick and John Mackey

Pics: Donal Foley

Jimmy McGrath, Thomas Kearney and Pa Hannigan

Marie Brannigan Brannigan, Vera Phelan and Marie Costello

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Gowran Park: The capital of Irish Racing

Top: Racing experts give their views Far left: Paul Townend, Henry Beeby and Patrick Mullins Above left: Victor Connolly, Denis Kerwin and Alma Feeley Above: Christy Breen and Brian Ivers Left: Catherine Kinsella with the Thyestes trophy Pics: Donal Foley

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Mexico - 4* All inclusive fr €1149 7 Nights - Grand Xcaret - Playa Del Carmen

Secrets Playa Mujeures 5* All Inclusive fr €1689 - 7 Nights

The Occidental Grand Xcaret is one of the gems of Cancun. Located close to Xcaret eco-archaeological park and Playa del Carmen, it is one of our most popular resorts. A broad range of nightly entertainment and an excellent kids club there really is something for everyone here. Another of our favourite features is the sprawling private beach - indulge in the views of the sublime coastline, work up a tan on the sun-drenched sand or just go for a swim.

Situated on the sugary white sands of Playa Mujeres, the decadent Secrets Playa Mujeres resort is a perfect slice of luxury. This all-new, adult-only resort is a haven of tranquillity lapped by the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea. With Secrets' reputation for indulgence behind it, this resort lives up to high expectations to provide you with a fitting setting to your Caribbean beach holiday

Price inc flights, taxes, transfer sand accommodation. Price based on travel in May 2015 Thailand - Koh Samui 7 Nights - Flights, transfers and accomm from an amazing €899pp Centara Villas Samui enjoys a secluded location on the southern coast of Koh Samui, around 15 minutes from the lively Lamai Beach. The peaceful surrounds make the resort ideal if you're looking for a romantic trip with your partner - upgrade to one of the pool villas if you're looking for something special. Travel in April/May 2015. Alternative dates available with varied prices. Multi Centre in Thailand. We can tailor make your perfect Thai Holiday experience - combining Bangkok, Phuket and Koh Samui or a host of additional stops.

Price inc flights, taxes, transfers and accommodation. Price based on travel in May 2015

Cuba Royal Hiacacos Resort - Varadero 7 Nights - All Inclusive from €1489.00 between August and early December 2015. Enjoy a range of activities for both land and watersports. There is a European Spa, which also has a full service beauty salon. The rooms have colourful island décor, sophisticated amenities, and comfortable beds creating a seductively inviting ambience. All the rooms at Sandals Royal Hicacos have views overlooking the resort. Flights, transfers and all inclusive accommodation included. You will need a Cuban visa. ....which we can assist you with. Why not try a 2 centre holidays in Cuba - the amazing Capital of Havana with the sunny beach resort of Varadero.

Thailand - Phuket 7 Nights - Flights, transfers and accomm from an amazing €879pp

Centara Karon Resort Phuket is a modern mid-rise resort divided into 4 resort zones catering to individuals, families, couples, and the discerning travelers, all with panoramic views of Karon Beach and the lush hinterland of hills behind. From the fringe of Phuket emerald green hills, the crystal clear water of the Andaman sea unfold into the horizon. Travel in April/May 2015. Alternative dates available with varied prices.

Dubai - Jebel Ali Beach Hotel Looking for a luxurious, zone-out getaway on the Arabian Gulf, with an idyllic sandy beach surrounded by palm trees? You won"t be disappointed by the gorgeous Jebel Ali Beach, part of the award-winning JA Hotel group.Set on 1km of lush private beach, this is an exceptional 5* family resort whose bright, airy rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows leading on to balconies to make the most of the views. We've fantastic Sale Fares with Emirates, Aer Lingus, British Airways, American Airlines and many more airlines...........all due to end shortly.

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News

A panto to warm your heart Ah yes, equilibrium

Little Red Riding Hood, Eve Brennan in full voice Pics: Donal Foley

Kevina Cody, Alan Grant, Sarah Brennan, and Emma McGuinness

Words of wisdom, no doubt

On your guard

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News Spot the hatchet! Pics: Donal Foley Enjoy Fran’s Panto and pictures on Page 92

Horse play!

Any man’s fancy

Hard to beat a good protest

There’s nothing like a Dame

Three prime boys

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2012 Toyota Hilux 4x4 2.5D 47,000mls €16,250

20011 Ford Mondeo EDGE PLUS 2.0TDCI 103,000mls €12,995

2011 Opel Astra 1.7CDTI EXCLUSIVE 62,000mls €11,995

2011 Ford Mondeo TITANIUM 2.0TDCI 97,000mls €16,495

2011 Ford Focus 1.6TDCI SPORT 83,000mls €13,495

DIESEL

2010 Toyota Avensis 2.04 ESTATE 79,000mls €13,995

2010 Renault Megane 1.5DCI 62,000mls €10,750

2010 Renault Kangoo 1.5D 90,000mls €6,495 + VAT

2010 Opel Insognis SRI NAZ 2.0D 89,000mls €13,750

2010 Opel Astra ECONETIC 1.7CDTI Estate 120,000mls €8,995

DIESEL

2010 Ford Mondeo 2.0TDCI EDGE 98,000mls €11,750

2010 Ford Focus 1.6TDCI ZETEC 42,000mls €12,995

2010 Ford focus 1.6TDCI TITANIUM 90,000mls €11,495

2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5 60,894mls €10,995

DIESEL

2008 Peugeot Partner 1.6HDI VAN 104,390mls €3,995 + VAT

2008 Peugeot 407 1.6HDI 104,000mls €7,495

2008 Ford Focus CC 1.6 2DR CONVERTIBLE 69,000mls €7,990

DIESEL

2010 Kia Ceed ECOFYNAMICS Estate 72,000mls €11,990

2008 Subaru Impreza 2.0 73,943mls €5,995

2005 BMW Z4 3.0 ROADSTER 90,000mls €7,750

2008 Ford Focus 1.6TDCI ECONETIC ESTATE 113,000mls €7,760

DIESEL 1998 Ford Transit Minibus 2.5D 106,000mls €2,995

DIESEL

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Make Model

Reg No

Miles

938...........€12,500

Toyota Corolla 1.4L D-4-D Aura

141 KK 1261 Red

19,258

12,036......€21,500

...................€6,500

Toyota Corolla 1.4L D-4-D Luna

131 WX 174 Silver

28,321

17,701......€19,500

16,685

10,428......€16,500

Toyota Corolla 1.33L Luna

12 KK 82

Silver

23,000

14,375......€17,000

131 KK 441 Black Met

13,000

8,125........€14,500

Toyota Corolla 1.4L D-4-D Terra

11 KK 1678 Silver

62,000

38,750......€15,500

Toyota Yaris 1.0L Terra

131 KK 128 Blue

6,073

3,796........€15,000

Toyota Corolla 1.4L D-4-D Terra

11 KK 496

Silver

80,000

50,000......€15,500

Toyota Yaris 1.0L Terra

12 KE 876

Silver

38,000

23,750......€13,500

Renault Megane Tom Tom 1.5L Dsl 11 KK1208

Ash Grey

60,000

37,500......€13,000

Toyota Yaris 1.0L 5Dr Terra

12 KK 522

Burning Red

20,846

13,029......€13,500

Toyota Corolla 1.4L Luna

08 KK 3506 Black

97,866

61,166........€9,000

Toyota Yaris 1.0L Sport

11 KK 1018 Silver

59,670

37,294......€12,500

Toyota Corolla 1.4L Terra

08 CW 1887 Silver

135,441

84,651........€9,000

Toyota Yaris 1.0L Terra

10 TN 755

Lunar Silver

62,000

38,750......€10,500

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Aura

141 KK 1264 Black

13,890

8,681........€24,500

Toyota Auris 1.4LD-4-D Luna

142 KK 8

Granite

10,600

6,625........€23,000

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Terra

131 WX 265

23,821

14,888......€20,000

BMW 116d 2.0L Dsl Auto Leather 141 KE 3159 Black Met

13,000

8,125........€27,000

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Strata

12 KK 2031 Black

65,000

40,625......€19,500

Toyota Auris 1.4LD-4-D Luna A/C

141 KK 1258 White

23,720

14,825......€22,500

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Aura

12 CW 82

Granite

38,000

23,750......€19,500

Toyota Auris 1.4L D-4-D Aura Van

141 KK 139 White

40,500

25,313......€17,000

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Aura

12 LS 407

Dark Steel

64,000

40,000......€19,000

Hyundai i30 1.6L Dsl Blue Deluxe

131 KK 95

Silver

50,000

31,250......€19,500

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Aura

11 WD 673

Blue

71,290

44,556......€17,000

Toyota Auris 1.4L D-4-D 5 Dr Terra 131 KK 66

White

15,000

9,375........€19,000

Toyota Avensis 2.0L D-4-D Terra

11 KK 2452 Granite

70,000

43,750......€17,000

Toyota Auris 1.4L D-4-D 5 Dr Terra 131 CW 288 AVG Bronze

45,800

28,625......€19,000

Toyota RAV4 2.0L Luna

141 KK 1630 Silver

16,955

10,597......€28,000

Toyota Auris 1.4 D-4-D Terra Alloys 12 KE 1109 Ash Grey

84,775

52,984......€16,500

Toyota RAV4 2.0L Aura

141 CW 1

Red

12,070

7,544........€26,500

Toyota Auris 1.33L Terra

11 KK 688

Silver

30,000

18,750......€12,000

Peugeot 3008 1.6L Hdi Active

12 KK 560

Black

63,350

39,594......€19,000

Toyota Auris 1.4 D-4-D Terra

10 KK 1926 Silver

77,000

48,125......€14,000

Nissan Qashqai 1.5L Dsl XE

11 KK 1378 Light Blue

95,000

59,375......€17,000

Toyota Auris 1.4 D-4-D T2 A/Con

09 WD 348

104,000

65,000......€11,500

Nissan Qashqai + 2 1.5Dsl

09 KK 711

108,000

67,500......€16,000

Make Model

Reg No

Colour

Toyota Aygo 1.0L x-play

142 KK 576 Silver

Toyota Aygo 1.0L Aura

08 KK 2718 Silver

Toyota Yaris 1.0L 5Dr Aura

141 KK 1253 Silver

Toyota Yaris 1.0L Luna

Black

Miles

1,500

Price

Colour

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Price

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14 JANUARY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Entertainment & Lifestyle

Lifestyle & Entertainment

14 JANUARY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Lifestyle & Entertainment

14 JANUARY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Puzzles

CROSSWORDS The first letter of each answer is written next to its clue in alphabetical order. One letter has already been entered. Can you find the words then fit them correctly into the grid?

Anticipate a knowledge test later this week. The good news is that even if you only have a few days to prepare, you could manage this with ease. True, that probably won’t stop you fretting. Yet you may be ready for this challenge. Your competitive streak is set to surface. It might also be that you exceed a personal best. It might be as well to buy a notebook and keep notes of the ideas floated between now and 22nd. Though these might not gain much momentum before the end of next month, it may be that sparks of genius occur. Saturn has left your opposite sign but it hasn’t left the solar system! It’s entirely possible that a working partnership begun in the last two years has reached a turning point. Of course, that might also be a brick wall! Certainly it seems likely that major discussion needs to take place as to how best a situation can be managed. You know very well that talk is cheap and that what really matters is whether or not someone will keep to their word and accept obligations. Before the end of the week you may need to make clear what it is that’s expected and how much effort will be needed to make something work. Mars changes signs and the need to find ‘give and take’ increases. It’s likely that this will be design-connected or that a colleague with big ideas has suggestions that a week ago were irritating but which you now see have real value. The start of the week that might well manifest as a new team entering your sphere. Mars enters your opposite sign on Monday. This might not prove the easiest of transits. Until February 20th you may find that others are more ‘weepy’ and emotional than usual. At a business level - and especially if you’re working with designs and designers, you could find your will is tested.

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Tuesday’s Last quarter moon is in your sign. It might help to think back first to March 2014 and then, further back to July 2013 and your birthday period on 2012. Issues raised around each of these periods could come to the fore again but, this time, warrant more care in their resolution. Mars (to whose rhythms your sign seems particularly sensitive) moves to another of the Water signs, Pisces, as of Monday. From the and until February 20th you may find yourself in particularly sensitive mode. This could be as a result of health concerns. Mars arrives in another of the Mutable signs this week and, on Thursday, is at right angles to Saturn (now passing through your sign). It might be as well to view this as a cosmic punctuation mark - and an important one at that. It’s been three long decades since this last happened. It might be as well to anticipate greater contact with both neighbours, siblings and close colleagues over the next couple of weeks. It may be that this is driven by the health care needs of someone important to you both. It’s quite probable that this situation will also require you to travel more. It’s probable that considerable attention will be given to financial matters this week. It may be that your accounts have ‘sprung a leak’. Otherwise, and pleased as you may be to be involved with a group who share your ideas, it could be that the costs of involvement are very high. Mars arrives in your sign to join Neptune. This transit lasts right through until February 20th. You can think of this as bringing an energy and imagination boost. It should be good for designing and, most importantly, for visualising.

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Movie Reviews

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7DNHQ We currently live in the age of the sequel. Sometimes that’s a good thing. The likes of Before Midnight and Toy Story 3 have proven that you can gloriously extend a franchise’s world and its characters with each additional installment. But then there are those sequels that try and stretch an original ﬁlm’s idea, and only end up making a tepid imitation. Taken 2 did just that to Taken, and now Taken 3 has arrived and sucked the remaining good will and joy from the 2008 action thriller, cementing the franchise’s status as plain old laughable in the process. Which is a shame, because lest we forget that Taken was a rollicking rollercoaster of impressively slick action when it originally hit cinemas. It had nothing else on its mind other than being brainless fun, and despite being as predictable as a sunrise, it delivered what it intended in a brisk, satisfying manner. And of the course, the fact that it was made on a relatively stringent budget and went on to gross $226.8 million always meant that more Bryan Mills tales would follow. Taken 2 duly arrived and was the complete opposite of its predecessor. It had

none of the charm, shocks or thrills of Taken and the fact that it had been rushed into cinemas to capitalize on the original’s success was plainly evident on screen. But it made money. A ton of money. In fact, it grossed even more than Taken. So, depressingly, despite its cavalcade of cinematic atrocities, Taken 3 was immediately greenlit. And I’m here to tell you that it’s just as bad, if not worse, than Taken 2. The cast try their best, especially Forest Whitaker, who adds some nice traits to Inspector Franck Dotzler. It’s impossible, however, to be impressed by Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills because the

men he goes up against are so preposterously inept. You already know why Taken 3 fails. It has the same nauseatingly bad script, predictably tedious plot, offensively clichéd characterization and lifeless action that has populated hundreds of lame action ﬁlms before it. It’s almost offensive that Hollywood regularly feeds us this same hackneyed tripe at least half a dozen times a year. But at the same time it’s soul-destroying that audiences keep lapping it up in their droves. Until we stop, expect these ﬁlms to keep coming, and expect them to, like Taken 3, be a complete waste of time too.

London during World War II, Eve (Phoebe Fox) and her headmistress escort these kids to a remote location for safety, as their parents (for various reasons) cannot leave the city. Among the group is Edward (Oaklee Pendergast), whose silence masks the pain of his parents’ death by the most recent attack. Eve’s instinct is to nurture the poor boy, but the headmistress is cold and demands that the boy learn strength. During a lengthy train ride, Eve encounters a handsome pilot who just so happens to be stationed in the same area she’s heading towards. The group soon arrives at the creepy Eel Marsh House, and the movie picks up steam. From the looks of it, you just know some ghostly shenanigans are about to go down -- there’s barely any electricity, the structure is falling apart, a fog skulks

around the grounds, and a cross jutting out from the water marks a haunting grave (that of Nathaniel from the first film). Unfortunately, Eve is told that this is the only location available and they’re forced to make the best of it ... that is until the ghost takes a shine to Edward, and starts tormenting Eve and the children. The Woman in Black 2 easily seduces you with its stunning gothic settings and British fashion staples worthy of a classical horror story, and the jump scares do indeed fulfill their purpose. Though, at times these visuals are almost too shadowed to the point where you can’t even see what’s supposed to be making you tremble. I’ll probably go back and check out the first movie one of these days. But thanks to this one, I’m not going out of my way to do so anytime soon.

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Top Ten

BY HEATHER CAMPBELL

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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK Anocht, Kilkenny Design Centre Best Casual Dining 2014 in Ireland, this award-winning restaurant delights your senses and leaves you with a taste of ‘more’. Experience their carefully chosen wine list, cocktail menu and full bar with a range of spirits and local craft beers. Celebrating a christening, birthday, wedding or a special occasion this year? Anocht will tailor a menu to suit your requirements with private dining options available in this unique room with stunning views overlooking Kilkenny Castle. Anocht (Irish, for tonight) is open each Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout January and February from 6 pm with an early bird special available. ennydesign. For more information and to book t: 056 7722118, e: info@kilkennydesign. com, or visit www.KilkennyDesign.com.

ACTIVITY OF THE WEEK Operation Transformation National Walks Day, January 17th Kilkenny Recreation and Sports Partnership (KRSP) is organising three walks in County Kilkenny to help you get active and explore some of the Kilkenny trails in the New Year: Castlecomer Discovery Park, Kilkenny City (meeting at Canal Square) and Woodstock Gardens in Inistioge. All walks start at 10am. There will be a walk leader at each venue to guide the walk. There are lots of events planned in Kilkenny in the coming weeks that you could work towards and also, parkrun - a FREE 5k that takes place in Kilkenny Castle every Saturday morning at 9.30am. For further information, visit: www.krsp.ie or www.rte/ot

HAIRDRESSER OF THE WEEK Ruby Reds Hair Salon, Beechview, Dublin Road, Kilkenny Ruby Red’s team of hair stylists offer a high standard of ladies hairdressing, men’s hairdressing and children’s hairdressing. They aim to remain at the forefront of the latest styles and techniques, ensuring their customers can always count on Ruby Reds to offer them something new and exciting. All stylists receive regular training in order to keep up-to-date with all the latest hair styles and hair colouring methods, such as, Permanent, Semi Permanent, Ammonia Free colours. They’re all dedicated to giving you the style and colour you want, in a really relaxed and friendly environment. Tel: 056 7790801 or visit their website: www.rubyredshairsalon. com

BUSINESS OF THE WEEK Energlaze Stop heat escaping through your windows by changing your glass. Energlaze employs the latest in glass technology to produce insulated glass units (IGU’s) that are as efficient as triple-glazing and are suitable for all window types including uPVC, Aluminium and Timber. They simply remove your existing glass and replace it with heat-retaining glass. There is no need to change or remove your existing frames. It costs up to 50% less than a complete window replacement and can save up to €400 per year on heating bills and best of all there is no need to redecorate. For further information and to get a quote email: info@energlaze.ie or vist their website: www.energlaze.ie

BOOK BO OOK OF THE THE W WEEK EEK Pat Divilly - Naked Paleo: Food Stripped Bare (approx €19.95) Effortless weight loss and life-long health’ are the promises of this attractive book, the second by Galway nutritionist and personal trainer Pat Divilly. Yet, even if you’re somewhat sceptical about such claims, the basic principles of using fresh foods in season, meat and seafood, nuts, seeds and healthy oils, rather than processed foods, make sense for all. There is plenty of food for thought in this book and here’s no doubt that, for some people at least, it is beneﬁcial to avoid gluten, wheat and dairy foods - all of which would have been strangers to our Paleolithic cavemen ancestors who provide the inspiration for the ‘Paleo-friendly’ diet.

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Top Ten Harry Potter: The Complete 8 Film Collection (approx €19.99) Join Harry, Ron, Hermione, Professor Dumbledore and the rest of the residents of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as they battle Lord Voldemort (should we have said his name?!) in an attempt to save the wizarding world in this epic eight-ﬁlm Harry Potter DVD collection. Featuring all eight ﬁlms - The Philosopher’s Stone, The Chamber of Secrets, The Prisoner of Azkaban, The Goblet of Fire, The Order of the Phoenix, The Half-Blood Prince and The Deathly Hallows Parts I and II - this Harry Potter DVD box set is essential viewing for all fans of the Harry Potter book series by worldwide bestseller JK Rowling.

GADGET OF THE WEEK Divoom Bluetune Bean (approx €24.99) Fabulous little music gem! Bluetune-Bean is a portable wireless Bluetooth speaker with powerful microphone capability that works with all Bluetoothenabled devices. You will be amazed at the incredible sound quality with such a small speaker. As mentioned, it works with all Bluetooth-enabled devices: smart phones, tablets and most notebooks. It delivers crystal clear and loud sounds for outdoor use and its microphone capability makes it easy to take and make calls hands free or in a group. The fun, playful and colourful design makes it a wonderful gift and each unit comes with a carabiner for hooking on a belt loop or backpack.

CONSOLE GAME OF THE WEEK Dragon Age: Inquisition, Xbox 360 (approx €59.99) Explore a vast, fantasy world at the brink of catastrophe in Dragon Age: Inquisition, a next-generation action RPG, where your choices shape and drive the experience. In this video game from BioWare, makers of Mass Effect 3 and Dragon Age: Origins, you’ll make your mark in an expansive, story-driven open world ﬁlled with complex characters, challenging combat and difficult decisions. A cataclysmic event has plunged the land of Thedas into turmoil. Dragons now darken the sky, casting a shadow of terror over a once-peaceful kingdom. Nations rise against one another. It falls to you to restore order as you lead the Inquisition and hunt down the agents of chaos.

ALBUM OF THE WEEK U Uptown Funk, Mark Ronson & Bruno Mars M Michael Jackson’s style of funk is still alive and never g gets old and will never die, with artists like this rem minding us that nothing moves your body like this kind of music. Uber producer Mark Ronson has teamed up with the mighty Bruno Mars for new tune Uptown Fu Funk. Th clue is in the name as this track doesn’t hold back The w when it comes to the funk taking the genre to the max. It’s fresh, big and uplifting and Bruno’s vocals are seriou - well funky! Uptown Funk marries the worlds of ously ‘70 funk with modern pop music, pulling the track into ‘70s 20 with ease. It’s clear that Uptown Funk is ﬁre. 2014

APP OF THE WEEK SnoopSnitch (free) SnoopSnitch is a really interesting idea born out of the recent Chaos Computer Congress in Hamburg, Germany. The app uses radio signals to sniff out any devices that might be snooping. Its main targets are ‘stingrays,’ gadgets that fool phones into connecting with them. SnoopSnitch detects if your data is at risk. Don’t let the ratings on this one fool you. SnoopSnitch just has very speciﬁc requirements in order to work, a Qualcomm chipset, root access, and Android 4.1 or higher being chief among them. This app uses data contributed by other users and by choosing to upload your measurement results or security events, you can help improve this data base and support future research.

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

Those were the days my friends, we thought they’d never end

Start the New Year with a Kozo Workshop KOZO STUDIO have scheduled their workshop programme for the next couple of months. It includes choices for short workshops, full day programmes and follow-on, advance courses, each one an exciting and inspiring start to a creative year. The Kozo programme is for adults, including young people from 16 years. Courses are held at Kozo Studio, The Estate Yard, Castlecomer Discovery Park. February 25: Paper making day for beginners, 10.30am to 1.30pm. Introduction to traditional and contemporary techniques of making beautiful hand-made papers from pure plant ﬁbres and a range of recycled materials. From 2.30pm to 5.30pm: Silk ﬁbre paper-making, a truly fascinating contemporary technique for making fabric-

like colourful silk papers using raw silk ﬁbres and fabric dyes. Easy to continue and set up at home, this process is ideal for creating interior decorations and striking silk papers for artworks, embroidery, collages and card-making. March 1, 11am to 5.30pm, Batik workshop for beginners. A full day programme introducing an ancient technique of fabric dyeing where hot wax is used as a resist. Participants will learn all necessary basic techniques and complete three small/medium batik pieces with up to four colours on cotton fabric and/ or paper. March 7, Paper-making Day. Beginners and participants with some previous experience of paper-making and/or textile processes. This programme is scheduled the same way as the Paper-

making Day in February but is designed for participants who have a little experience in similar techniques. March 22: Paper Art and hand paper-making, follow-on advanced level course, only for participants with previous experience, 10.30am to 5.30pm. Designed for participants who already work with paper/ ﬁbre-based processes, this course offers assistance and guidance in areas of three dimensional, sculptural and installation-based works, experimental processes of batik, paper dyeing and texturing. It also covers ideas for the preparation and use of plantbased pulps (without added chemicals). Participants are encouraged to bring their own ideas and questions into the workshop and invited to show and discuss previous works and projects.

The day also includes a short slide show presentation on examples of contemporary paper art and paper-making. Contact is artist Tunde Toth, 087-2543362, tundetune@ gmail.com; www.tundetoth. com for further information on all courses. Good wishes Best wishes go to The Watergate Theatre from Deenside Players, Castlecomer on their panto, ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ which continues until Sunday. We also remind that Castlecomer Deenside Players pantomime, ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, written by John Coogan and Sarah Brennan, runs from Monday, February 2 to 7, with a matinee on the ﬁnal Saturday. Booking details and phone numbers will be announced shortly. Follow Deenside Players on Facebook@DeensidePantoComer

In the library Drop all your unwanted confectionery, toiletries, clothing and gifts to a special box this month. All will be distributed by the local St Vincent De Paul. Cúpla Focail An Irish Conversation Group will meet in Castlecomer Library on Wednesday, January 28 from 10am to 11am. Please contact the library on 0564440561 for more information. Mad about books Boys and girls from 8 to 12 are invited to join in the junior Book Club which meets on the ﬁrst Tuesday of the month at 3.30pm. Next meeting: February 3. This is the ﬁrst time in 30 years that there has been a perceived improvement in children’s reading and numeracy. Your library wishes to support local schools in keeping these levels up by promoting

reading through this programme. Adult Book Club The next meeting of the Afternoon Book Club is at 2.30pm in the Library on January 27. New members welcome to join for a chat about good reads. Thank you The 2015 Wellie Race is in the history books now but it is only right and proper that we should once again thank all of our people, our friends, our sponsors, particularly local businesses for their wonderful contribution to one of the great days of the year in our town. Wellie Day is a great day out for families and friends and what makes it all the more enjoyable is that our brilliant local charities also get a ﬁnancial boost. Happy New Year to all Reporter readers.

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Significant Further Information/Revised Plans. I, John Dalton have submitted revised plans to Planning application 14/430 at Boolyglass, Co. Kilkenny. The application consisted of 1 & 1/2 storey dwelling, detached garage, entrance, waste treatment system with percolation area, borehole, soakpits and all associated site works. The revised plans have been furnished to the Planning Authority and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours of 9.00 am to 1.00pm and 2.00 pm to 4.00pm. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority within a period of 2 weeks from the date of receipt of the revised public notices. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of €20, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

We Ken & Eadaoin Maher intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Planning Permission for Retention of front boundary wall, electric gate and all associated site works at Park Lodge, 1 Park View, Freshford Road, Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9.00 a.m. – 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 revised plans may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) not later than 5 weeks after the receipt of the revised plans and public notices by the Planning Authority. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

I intend to apply to the above planning department for permission for retention of the smoking area, beer garden, Bottle store and open air keg storage area, all at the rear of my public house known as “Tim’s Bar”, at the Quay, 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 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 (€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: Eamon Price

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Liam Moriarty & Yvonne Lanigan for indefinite retention planning permission for velux roof window serving attic space installed on front roof elevation at No. 3 Leonards Court, Dunamaggin, 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 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 We, KBC Bank Ireland PLC intend to apply for Permission for development at this site situated at The former National Irish Bank, Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny. The development will consist of removing the existing timber shop front and replacing with new glass and polished steel shop front with associated signage. 1 no. logo fixed to brick and 4 no. Digital display screens inside glazing. 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.

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*ROI 1RWHV Callan GC AGM Callan have officially launched the golﬁng year after the joint AGM took place on Saturday night. Chaired by out going President John Healy the meeting was very well attended. Tony Harney from Harney Nolan accountants was on hand to interpret the ﬁniancial year of 2014 and was upbeat about the progress made in the last 12 months. Rita O Neill (out going Lady President) thanked aa the ladies for their support to the club and remarked how much Lynda and Bill Adare will be missed following their relocation to Northern Ireland. John Healy then gave his address and loss was also a theme for John as he warmly remembered Christy Vaughan who sadly passed away. All other members and friends of the club who lost their lives in 2014 were also remembered

fondly. May they rest in peace. Kathleen Phelan (Lady Captain 2014) thanked Rose Brophy for the honour of asking her to be Captain of the club and noted the emense contibution which the ladies section makes toward the running of the organisation. Martin Maher made a speech by proxy (delivered by Don Bolger) who was unable to attend but sent some very kind words for many assosiated with the club. Martin thanked all the staff of the club from the bar/catering staff to Tommy, Pat and Larry on the course, to the cleaning staff and singled out Margaret for her untiring work and christened her “Mrs Callan Golf Club” . A name which is ﬁtting and may well stick!! Incoming Captains Pat Mulrooney and Mary Manning spoke of their high hopes for 2015, the need to attract new members and the affect that volunteerism has on the club. All speakers praised the sub

committees and in particular the Lotto committee for their brilliant work. Joint Management Committee 2015 The joint management committee of 2015 in full is; Pat Mulrooney (Mens Captain), Mary Manning (Lady Captain), Nigel Dagg (Vice Captain), Ann O Shea (Lady Vice Captain), Willie Gilbert (Hon Sec), Cathal O Reilly (Treasurer), Martin Maher, Kathleen Phelan, Joe Cuddihy (Junior Officer), Denis Carey, Denis Collins, Jim Wellwood, Billy Mernagh, Rita O Neill, Geraldine O Sullivan. The out going committe was thanked for their huge achievements throughout the year and in particular Don Bolger who has retired from the position of Secretary after years of fantastic energy. The meeting concluded soon afterwards with all eyes ﬁrmly focused on the busy year ahead. Most importantly

members were encouraged to get on the fairways as soon as possible and enjoy the wonderful faciliaties that the club has to offer and to support John and his staff in the bar/catering area as he has a growing reputation for ﬁne dining.

Spring. Lotto There was no winner of this weeks lotto following the numbers, 5,13,26 having been drawn. Lucky dip prizes went to Stephanie Rooney, John O Brien and Laura Cahill. Next weeks jackpot is 1450e. Please support as it makes a huge difference to the running of our club.

Mixed Foursomes Matchplay This competition has always been popular with the members of the club and thsi year the lucky winners will recieve perpetual trophies kindly gifted to the club by Shilea and Jim Kirby. They are beautiful trophies and a big thank you goes to the Kirbys for their generosity. The competition gets underway later in the year when all interested parties will be invited to put their names in the hat. Look out for the sheets and come and join in in this excellent sociable event. The social golf on Friday evenings are also a big hit and watch out for them starting later in the

Castlecomer The clement January weather has facilitated plenty of golf opportunities. Team members are consistently heading out to register their best score for the winter league, to gain access to the top slots. The league table can be seen on the web-site www.castlecomergolf.ie. Only eight points separate the top 6 teams, with four teams to go forward to the qualiﬁcation rounds. Over 15 holes, a few well taken putts can make all

the difference for any team. With the course in good condition and with receptive greens, it can be done. Men’s Winter 15 hole Competition 10th/11th Jan 1. Liam Campion (9) 37 pts 2. Michael Daly (16) 36 pts 3. Ciaran Kelly (6) 35 pts Diary 17th/18th Jan. Mens Winter Open Competition and Winter Team League. Ladies: The street league begins a new round on Tuesday, 13th. There is excellent participation by team members showing great loyalty to making the effort to bring their team to victory. There is also an ongoing, reentry competition for spring lamb. The unusually gentle January weather is allowing many opportunities to play golf and plenty are taking the thankful chance to do just that. Lotto results, news and gallery

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Golf Notes

*ROI 1RWHV pictures can be viewed on the web-site www.castlecomergolf. ie. To get great value for golf at affordable and good value rates, check out the special club offers and deals on the site. There has been an upsurge of new members already in the 2014/15 entry year, and all new entrants are welcome. There has been amazing progress made by the new members of 2014 and they are recognised as being a great asset to the club, even as they are enjoying golf all the more. For any wanting to try golf before committing to becoming a member, there are lessons coming on stream and chances to have a taste of the good golﬁng life. Always, existing members are glad to share the experience of golf with the interested or curious, so if wondering, please ask. Your interest is bound to receive welcome, helpful and encouraging response from any in the club.

Gowran Park GC Spring Series Thursday 15th January will see the launch of our very popular Spring League 2015 – this Singles competition can be played every Thursday and/ or Friday through January, February and March. Green Fee for visitors is €20.00 which includes a sleeve of Titleist golf balls. Top 3 qualiﬁers and equals from each week will go forward to the grand ﬁnal which will be held on Friday 27th March 2015. Telephone 056 7726699 for timesheet or book online. Membership Gowran Park Golf Club are delighted to accept applications for membership in 2015, with extremely competitive rates. If you would like to join a club with a passion for golf, vibrant membership and excellent clubhouse facilities set in spectacular parkland speak to

us today on 056 7726699 you’ll be very welcome – ﬁrst year introductory offer for new members is available at €600.00 when signed in by an existing member of the Club. Open Fourball Our ﬁrst Open Fourball of the season kicks off on Sunday 1st February – Visitors €20.00 Members €5.00. Online booking available or telephone office on 056 7726699 for timesheet. AGM Time in Gowran The Club AGM takes place next Friday 16th January at 8.00 p.m. sharp. All members are invited to attend ahead of the new season. Final preparations of the diary for the year ahead are being completed and will be available shortly in the Golf Office. Members 11 Hole Singles – Sunday 11th January 2015 1st John Colgan (19) 28 points

2nd Liam Hutchinson (21) 27points 3rd Joe Lannon (14) 27points

Thyestes Race Day – No Golf Thursday 22nd January Open Fourball Sunday 1st February

A members 11 hole competition will take place over the coming weekend.

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Golden Golfers Back in Action 9th January - 11 Hole 4 person team 1st Liam O’Dwyer (10), John O’Driscoll (19), Eithne Byrne (34), Michael Comerford (20) 54 pts 2nd Sean Kiely (9), Eamon Kealy (16), Ger Hickey (19), Mandy Curry (36) 53 pts LADIES Wednesday 7th January – 11 Hole Singles Stableford 1st Kate Hennessy (11) 20pts 2nd Helen Dunne (22) 18pts FIXTURES Spring Series – Open Singles Thurs 15th/Friday 16th January Members 11 Hole Singles Sat 17th/Sunday 18th January

Results MV Seniors Single Stableford – January 6th (GOY) 1st Liam Maddock – 41pts 2nd Jim Dunne – 41pts 3rd John Coleman – 40pts Captains Drive The Captains Drive will take place on Sunday February 15th with a shot gun start at 9.30am Society & Group Bookings The golf club is now taking bookings for groups and societies for 2015. We have several tailored made options to suit all golﬁng needs. Please contact the clubhouse for further information.

Summit Bar & Restaurant We have now put in place new packages for 2015 for all special events. We can cater for all occasions with our aim to have a wide range of packages available to suit to create an event that’s individual to you. We can create that special occasion in an intimate venue. Membership Club Membership is now available from €450.00 which includes your GUI and ILGU handicap. There are installment methods available so contact the clubhouse for details at 056 7768122 Diary Tuesday January 13th MV Seniors Singles Competition Wednesday January 14th MV Ladies Singles Competition Sunday January 18th MV Members Singles Competition

Mount Juliet Golf Membership Individual Membership for only €1,950

2015 Membership Benefits include » Access to the Jack Nicklaus designed championship course » Introduce a friend with full playing rights for only €750 » Many organised social events for members throughout the year

Competitive corporate & junior membership packages available

For details contact Lisa Fitzgerald E-mail lfitzgerald@mountjuliet.ie or phone 056 777 3060 www.mountjuliet.ie

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The skyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the limit as Barry Whelan of Thomastown climbs to collect

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14 JANUARY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

8 hrs

CARBON MONOXIDE in your blood stream is HALVED

24 hrs

CARBON MONOXIDE is fully REMOVED from your body

STOP SMOKING 1 YEAR

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Risk of stroke, heart FACT: over 90% of our customers stop or attack and coronary significantly decrease smoking heart disease is halved compared to a smoker

FACT: Wicked E-Juice is100% Irish made

10 Days

Your LUNGS start cleansing themselves

14Days

FACT: We only use Pharmaceutical Grade Nicotine as opposed to Industrial Grade

Blood circulation in your gums are similar to a non-user Skin complexion starts to return

4 Weeks

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Lung function returning to normal. Wheezing disappears Your overall energy Increases

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6 Months

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Immunity against diseases has increased

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