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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably no surprise to learn that the way in which we do business online has changed enormously over the last decade. From advanced online services to smartphones, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re all becoming used to an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;always onâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; world. The banking world is no exception. More and more Bank of Ireland customers, both in their personal lives and in their businesses, are taking to online and mobile banking.

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However, we are committed to helping all of our customers with their banking needs. While investing in advanced online banking services, we remain dedicated to our branch network. We believe that, as well as valuing online services, our customers also like to be able to come in and talk to us about their banking needs.

Top tips for smarter banking Here are our top tips to help our personal and business customers bank smarter: 1. Set up online, mobile or tablet banking Not only do our digital channels offer the ultimate in flexible banking with 24 hour access to your account but online transactions cost just 10c per transaction. â&#x20AC;˘ Call 1890 365 500 to get set up. Business and Agri customers can also avail of our online services using 365 online and Business On Line. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to download the Bank of Ireland Mobile Banking App from the Apple App store or from Google play for android.

100 digital customer advisors We recently recruited 100 new digital customer advisors to work in our branch network - and with local community groups - to help our customers make the most of digital banking services as well as day-to-day branch services. We have led the market in Ireland with the introduction of Visa Debit, contactless payments, and mobile banking services including payments to mobile and Business On Line. There are significant benefits to making and accepting payments using digital channels â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they are much better value than writing cheques or making lodgements in branch so you save time and money.

2. Use your Visa Debit Card At just 10c per transaction, using a Visa Debit card to make payments in-store, over the phone and online is better value than paying by cash or cheque. Plus personal customers pay just 1c for contactless payments and there are now over 6,000 contactless payment terminals in retailers nationwide.

4. Cut down on cheques At â&#x201A;Ź1.30, the cost of writing a cheque is expensive so consider the alternatives.

Making banking easier Since 2006, there has been a 26% decrease in cheques, paper and ATM transactions in the market and a 60% increase in electronic credit, debit and card transactions. Irish consumers made over 28 million online and mobile banking payments in the first six months of 2014, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about 1.1 million payments per week. Deirdre Shine, Area Manager South East, Bank of Ireland, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a great many sectors of the economy, the traditional ways of doing business are evolving very rapidly, and we are part of that evolution. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve invested significantly in the technology behind our online, phone and mobile platforms â&#x20AC;&#x201C; making banking easier, faster, accessible in more ways, and more convenient than ever for all of our customers. Alongside this, we remain as committed to our branch network as ever, offering our customers as many ways to access our services as possible and not losing sight of the importance of direct contact with local communities.â&#x20AC;?

3. Accept card payments from customers Card payments are quick and easy to process and whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a sole trader, SME or operate â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;on the goâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; there is a card payment solution available to suit your needs.

Terms and conditions apply to Digital Banking services and Business On Line. Bank of Ireland is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Our President is honorary kickboxer JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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The Foley family: Pete Foley, Faith Foley, Finn Foley, President Michael, Clodagh and Belle Foley

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Bride Linda with her dad, Jim Comerford

A Thailand honeymoon for a happy local couple JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Homes

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

1. Quattro Deluxe Swivel Leather Recliner. Price: Call store, from Modern Living, Green St, Kilkenny 2. Blue Butterfly Candle Holder. Price: €9.50 from Home Focus at Hickeys, Kilkenny Retail Park 3. Corsa, black bed. Price: €499, from Treacys Carpets and Furniture, Blackwell, Bennettsbridge, Kilkenny 4. Set of two Hearts Planters. Price: €20.95, from Carraig Donn, Macdonagh Junction, Kilkenny 5. Pineapple Trinket. Price: €22 from Next, MacDonagh Junction, Kilkenny

Lofty ideas – The warehouse look is a pared down, stripped back look, popular with apartment owners

27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Mulhall Brothers Bespoke cabinets & handmade kitchens specialists

A small company with a big reputation. Mulhall Brothers is a full-service bespoke furniture service which offers our customers a touch of luxury and design at a very competitive price. contact us: shane@mulhallbrothers.com / peterf@gmail.com Telephone Shane: 086 819 6986 / Peter: 086 822 7051

27MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

News All pics: Donal Foley

All smiles: Bobby with loyal supporters

The prodigal son is back JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@ GMAIL.COM

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Food & Drink

Food & drink White: Senorio de Ayud, Chardonnay From Spain, Calatayud DO A typically Spanish, vivacious and fresh take on the white wine grape Chardonnay. Unoaked and organic too. Calatayud is an arid, rocky and romantic region in North East Spain. Poets were writing about wine production here in 500BC. Centuries later, Juan and Cesar Langa continue to provide a muse for artists as they proudly maintain their independent winery. Price: €11

Ham & cheese croquetas These tasty, deep-fried spanishinspired bites can be made ahead and frozen, perfect for no-fuss entertaining as part of a party buffet spread. INGREDIENTS • 25g butter • ½ small onion, finely chopped • 50g plain flour • 250ml milk • 140g sliced smoked ham, diced • 50g mature cheddar, coarsely grated • 50g Gruyère, finely grated • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • 2 tbsp double cream FOR THE COATING • 2 large eggs • 50g plain flour • 140g fine dried breadcrumbs • sunflower oil, for deep frying

IF THERE was ever an Aladdin’s cave of local produce; then Glasraí & Goodies is it. Beside the square in this picturesque village, you’ll find everything from handmade chocolates to chutneys, trout to cold meats, fresh local eggs, fruit and vegetables. Owner, Siobhan Lawlor’s passion for good food and cooking turned into a full time business career quite by chance. This enthusiastic home cook was forever searching out unusual ingredients to use in her recipes but found it difficult to find everything she needed for the kitchen. Clearly, there was a gap in the market for an all encompassing food shop that concentrated on good local produce, gourmet continental items and exotic

FOR THE TOMATO CHILLI JAM • 300g ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped • 1 long red chilli, finely chopped (deseeded if you don’t like it too hot) • 1 small red onion, finely chopped • 4 large garlic cloves, crushed • 100g demerara sugar • 100ml red wine vinegar METHOD • To make the croquetas, melt the butter in a medium saucepan and gently fry the onion for 3 mins or until lightly coloured. Stir in the flour and cook for 30 secs. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, and cook over a low heat for 5 mins until thick and glossy. Stir in the ham, cheese, mustard and cream, and season to

ingredients from further afield. When husband Derek’s work changed, the office space he occupied in the downstairs floor of the family home became free. Siobhan spotted her chance to convert the cosy space into a little gourmet shop and Glasraí and Goodies was born in 2010 - one of the prettiest and best stocked food shops in Ireland. Siobhan bakes her delicious tarts, quiches and scones and makes great fresh salads daily. Call her or drop by and she will prepare picnic of local tasty treats, Knockdrinna Goats Cheese and Red Onion Tart, Smoked Trout and Leek Quiche, Lavistown and Pesto Sandwiches on your choice of speciality breads, freshly brewed Illy coffee, local juices and cordials. Visit: glasraiandgoodies.com

taste. Cook for 1 min more until the cheese melts, stirring constantly. • Pour into a bowl and cover the surface with cling film to stop a skin forming. Leave to cool, then chill for 4 hrs or overnight - the mixture needs to be very stiff to form the croquetas. Take heaped teaspoons of the mixture and, with wet hands, roll into 24 small oval shapes and put on a tray. Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl, put the flour on a plate and half of the breadcrumbs in a bowl. • Roll each of the croquetas lightly in flour, then in egg before coating in breadcrumbs. Place on a baking tray lined with baking parchment. Use the remaining breadcrumbs to top up the bowl halfway through the coating process. Chill for 30 mins (or to

Red: Oceans Edge Merlot 75Cl From Australia, Zilzie Wines abv freeze, see tip, below left). • Meanwhile, make the tomato chilli jam. Put all the ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover loosely with a lit and cook for 50 mins - 1 hr, stirring occasionally, until thick and glossy. Leave to cool before serving. • Fill a large saucepan one-third full with the sunflower oil and heat to 180C (or heat the oil in an electric deep-fat fryer). Do not overheat and do not leave hot oil unattended. Using a metal slotted spoon, lower 6 croquets into the oil and cook for 1.5 mins or until golden brown. Transfer to a baking tray lined with kitchen paper to absorb excess oil, and continue cooking the rest. Serve with the chilli jam for dipping.

A brilliant purple, fullflavoured Merlot with intense aromas of black cherry, dried herbs and spicy oak. Soft cherry and mocha flavours appear along with velvety tannins that give an elegant and structured finish. This Merlot goes well with red meat and pasta dishes. The Zilzie Wines vineyards thrive on a bed of rich red loam and limestone strata, just a stone’s throw from the mighty Murray River in north west Victoria. Price: €17

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Fashion

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Fashion

Biker chick In slim aerodynamic fits with textured embellishments, the Hells Angel standby is revved up anew. Here the classic moto jacket gets a feminine update with gorgeous lace detailing. Price: €69.95, from Carraig Donn

SKATEBOARDING has become mainstream enough that modern skaters wear just about every clothing style. That being said, there are a few different looks that are typically associated with skater culture. To dress like a stereotypical skater, try one of the following looks. Choose comfort - Being able to perform tricks means wearing practical, nonrestrictive clothes that don’t need to remain in pristine condition. Expect twisting, tearing, fading, and possibly even blood. Wear flexible, flat-soled shoes with excellent grip. - These will help keep you on the board. For additional authenticity, choose skater shoes specifically manufactured for skateboarding. Some good brands are éS, DVS, Fallen, Supra, Vans, Circa, DC, Emerica’s, Converse, Adio, Etnies and Lakai.

Jump to it Style your little lady up for the summer in this adorable floral print jumpsuit, offering spaghetti straps, a square neckline and elasticated ankle cuffs and waistband for a flattering yet comfortable fit. Team this pretty print with sandals and her favourite shades. Price: €9.99, from TK Maxx

Dinosaurmania Bright Campervan T-shirt. Dinosaurs are an all-time classic fave for little boys everywhere, so are cars. Team them up together and they’re even cooler! Perfect for those first warm days in the park. Price €14, from Next

Retro tech Nike Mens Air Max - The Air Max 90 trainers by sportswear giant Nike are a retro model with timeless style and a premium feel, featuring a visible Air sole unit for an authentic kick. Price: €115, from Life Style Sports

To fake the skater look, rip your shoes around the toes - If you’re a true skater, however, they’ll be ripped in no time. Keep in mind, however, that real skaters hate it when their shoes get torn up because rips are the cause of the end of their shoes’ life. Think twice before ruining your shoes on purpose. Know the classic skater brands Element, Baker, Analog, Quicksilver, Volcom, Vans and Billabong are a few classic examples. Keep it casual - Don’t spend a lot of money on shiny new accessories and brand-name items when an old t-shirt and a faded pair of jeans will get the job done. Remember, not trying too hard is a critical element of skater culture. Be sure not to wear skating-brand gear all the time – Wear casual clothing as well. Striped shirts, t-shirts, hoodies, and logo/name-brand shirts work. Wear hoodies or a snowboarding hat over your head but don’t cover the front of your hair, let it stick out.

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Beauty

NATURAL BEAUTY: GLYCERIN: GLYCERIN is well known for its many uses for skin care. Glycerin on skin works as humectant - it attracts moisture on to your skin. It has many other benefits for skin and beauty care. It can stimulate our skin cells to rejuvenate them, and therefore is used in many skin care products, such as soaps, body lotions and moisturizers, body scrubs, face packs and face masks, as well as hair shampoos and conditioners. Glycerin, also called glycerol, can be used on all types of skin including oily skin. It is used to treat many oily skin conditions, like acne, skin infections, wrinkles and fine lines. And if you have dry skin on your face, you can apply glycerin topically on to your face to increase and lock in moisture on the skin to cure the dryness. It gives you moisturised and cleansed skin, without any side effects.

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GLYCERIN DO’S AND DON’TS • Before you use glycerin directly on your face, dilute it with water. Best to use rose water instead of water. • Do not apply too much of glycerin and / or for longer period. This will over-hydrate your face. • Wash off any excess glycerin before you go outside. Otherwise the stickiness will make it easier for dust and pollution to collect on your face.

GOLDEN CHARMS Chanel Soleil Indentite Perfect Colour Face Self-Tanner SPF 8 Golden 50ml. Self-tanning face care that gives a natural-looking tan, as if you had just spent a week in the sun. The complete formula allows for a gradual, natural and uniform tan. Price: €37, from Boots

%\ (PHU .HOO\ WE ALL want the perfect way to achieve a natural healthy bronzed look. All around the world, tanners are switching off their sun beds, throwing out their sun tanning creams, avoiding the harsh sun and converting to tan products. Tan is applied by either a trained professional or by yourself with the objective being; no dirty patches, streaking, orange hands, premature ageing and no UV skin damage. Just a seamless all over body tan! We don’t ask for much. New and innovative tan products now have added sun screen with UVA and UVB protection. Some SPF tanners also contain tan enhancing

ingredients that make your skin appear darker faster and so lessen the time you need to spend in the sun. Exfoliating before application will give you an even tan. Remember, with SPF tanning products as soon as you wash it off, you no longer have any sun protection. Never forget, Every Body is Beautiful. I would like to hear some of your stories. If you have any questions about anything beauty based you think I can help you with. Please do contact us at emer@waterfordmail.ie. I’m looking forward to hear from you.

SUNKISSED GLOW Olay Total Effects Touch Of Sunshine Light Sunkissed Glow Day Moisturiser SPF15 50ml is Olay’s first ever anti-ageing and tanning product in one step. It gives your skin an even, naturally healthy looking sunkissed glow that builds over time. Price: €21.99, from Boots

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Changing of the guard: Retiring principal, Frank McKenna, right, welcomes his successor, Brother Damian Brennan

Star student, James Power with his parents, Margaret Power, John Power, right, Frank McKenna and Charlie Flanagan

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Charlie Flanagan, right, being presented with a piece of Callan Crystal by Seamus Rochford of the school board of management

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Callan CBS main award winners, Darragh O’Shea, James Power and Shane Donnelly with present and incoming school bosses and Minister Flanagan

Frank McKenna, Sadie Bacon, Board of Management, Dylan Kavanagh, his mother Majella Kavanagh, Minister Flanagan and Liam Moloney, chair Board of Management

Frank McKenna, Charlie Flanagan, Brother Damian, Fr Willie Dalton PP, Callan and Deputy John Paul Phelan

Frank McKenna, Breda O’Shea, Darragh O’Shea, Canice Hickey, Frank Flanagan and Mick O’Shea

Dr Marian Rabbitte, school guidance counsellor with Gaisce award winners

All pics: Donal Foley

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The Parenting Files

Family life The Parent Files By Heather Campbell

The mummy morph YOU know that moment, when you catch yourself mid-sentence talking to your son/ daughter and think: “I sound like my Mum!” This sudden realisation can be hilarious and horrifying in equal measure, but it does point to the inevitable – that most of us mums can’t fight Mother Nurture and her inherited ‘pearls of wisdom’. A recent study found the average mother will pass on 41 of these ‘pearls of wisdom’ to her children. Most commonly heard tips include, ‘Always try your best’ and ‘If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.’ Even as adults we continue to go back to mum for her wisdom and advice on daily scenarios, because as she says herself, “Mum knows best”. And it’s these little nuggets of information which we hold dear, and which get passed down from generation to generation. These pieces of advice might be small, but the very fact they stay with us for years on end prove they hold great weight. The study also revealed the majority of kids always remember the advice their mothers passes down to them over the years. In fact, advice from mothers is so precious seven out of ten adults regularly pass it on to their own children. All very edifying, of course, but, then there are those ‘mumisms’ that make no sense at all and offer absolutely no benefit to self-improvement. I’ve gathered a few of them here and categorised them to reflect the various states of mumdom we go through. Recognise any? PREDICTABLE MUM Someone is going to end up crying. You can’t find it? Well, where did you leave it last? Always wear clean underwear in case you get in an accident. LAZY MUM Ask your Father. Don’t ask me WHY. The answer is NO. Don’t make me come in there! No, I don’t know where your socks are, it’s not my day to watch them! CONFUSED MUM Who do you think you are? Who do you think you’re talking to? What did I say the FIRST time? NERVOUS MUM Be careful! Do not put that in your mouth; you do not know where it has been! Put that down! You don’t know where it’s been! SELFISH MUM If I want your opinion I’ll ask for it! If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning. So what if Peter’s mum let him do it? If Peter’s mum let him jump off a cliff would you want me to let you do it too? EXAGGERATOR MUM There’s enough dirt in those ears to grow potatoes! If I told you once, I’ve told you a million times. You should have that phone surgically implanted in your ear. When I was your age, I had to walk ten miles through the snow, uphill, by myself, to go to school. THREATENING MUM Do not make that face or it will freeze in that position. Don’t EVER let me catch you doing that again! You had better wipe that smile off your face before I do it for you. LOVELY MUM You will ALWAYS be my baby. I will always love you – no matter what.

Bullying in Cyberspace

ITH the advent of modern communication technologies, people all over the world are engaging with each other and society like never before. Today’s generation of teenagers in particular are connecting in new ways to new audiences thanks to the ease of access to social networking websites, video and photograph sharing sites, internet enabled camera phones and games consoles. While email, instant messaging, texting and sites such as Bebo, Facebook, MySpace and Nimble are allowing young people to communicate in a free, easy and unsupervised manner, the anonymous, instant and farreaching technological possibilities have also brought a new dimension to bullying. When they are online, young people can hide behind the anonymity that the internet offers. WARNING SIGNS OF CYBERBULLYING As well as the warning signs associated with all forms of bullying, look out for the following symptoms in your children: • Sadness, upset or anger during or after internet or mobile phone use. • Indications that your child is the target of traditional bullying at school. • A sudden disinterest in computers. • Quickly switching off computer screens when somebody enters the room. In most cases, cyberbullies know their targets but their victims don’t always know the person bullying them. This can prove very isolating for the victim in group, club or

school settings where they come to distrust all their peers. In addition to the usual reasons why victims refrain from speaking about bullying, those being cyberbullied are often afraid to report incidents as they fear that adults will take away their mobile phone or computer. TIPS ON HANDLING CYBERBULLYING • Don’t reply to messages that harass or annoy you – even though you may really feel like it, this is exactly what the bully wants. If you respond with an ever nastier message, they will think they have got to you and upset you which is just what they are hoping for. • Tell someone you trust – be that a parent, teacher, friend, youth leader or school counsellor. If you need to speak to someone in confidence straight away, you can call Childline on 1800 666 666 or visit www. childline.ie • Keep the message – and a record that outlines the details, dates and times of any form of bullying which you experience (in case there is an investigation). • Block the sender – if you are getting messages that upset you, simply click the block button. Check your mobile phone manual or ask your parent to help you see if you can restrict communications to an approved list of contacts. • Report problems – if you come across offensive content on a website or circulated by mobile phone, you should contact the owners of the service. Serious incidents that could be illegal should be reported to the Gardaí.

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Evergreen U8 soccer team that played in a local blitz

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Raising the Gay Pride flag on City Hall on Saturday after victory for the ‘Yes’ vote. Mayor Andrew McGuinness is with Anthony Dawson Doyle, his mother Liz, and ‘Yes’ campaigner Enya Kennedy

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Entertainment

Events

Curtain call

Sky Cat Laughs Comedy Festival The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival held its inaugural edition in 1995 in response to the burgeoning wealth of Irish comic talent with no clear national outlet for expression. The festival has grown from a small event comprising a handful of shows to an internationally acclaimed festival which showcases the very best in Irish and international comedy acts, attracting visitors to Kilkenny city and its surrounding regions by combining world class entertainment with the atmospheric setting of our charming and intimate medieval city. The world-class programme blends the top Irish and international talent in shows featuring globally renowned comic stars as well as newcomers and break-through acts. The festival attracts in excess of 30,000 visitors to Kilkenny, resulting in more than €8 million being invested into the local economy. Thursday 28th May - Monday 1st June, various venues, Kilkenny. Saturday 9th May. Watergate Theatre – 8pm, €14/12

Rigoletto Opera Theatre Company opens its new production of Verdi’s tragic masterpiece RIGOLETTO, to the Watergate Theatre tonight. When a father’s love goes too far… when his instinct to protect blinds him to the consequences… when innocence meets debauchery… the result is a potent cocktail of lust, power, revenge and betrayal, all distilled into a musical experience of unparalleled intensity. Critically acclaimed theatre director Selina Cartmell (Siren Productions, The Abbey Theatre, The Gate Theatre) dramatically reimagines the piece in a newly commissioned contemporary translation by Irish playwright Marina Carr, transporting this medieval tale into our time and our world. This powerful and talented cast features the best of Irish and international operatic talent with Northern Irish baritone Bruno Caproni, a regular performer on the world stage (Met Opera, ROH, ENO & WNO) in the title role, and rising stars of the Irish stage, soprano Emma

Film review Nash (OTC YAA alumna) as Gilda, and mezzo Kate Allen as Maddelena. Brazilian tenor Luciano Botelho plays the degenerate womaniser The Duke with OTC stalwart John Molloy (Elixir, Carmen) as Sparafucile – assassin for hire. Rigoletto features a sterling cast of Irish singers in all other roles, together with a professional chorus. Based on Victor Hugo’s play Le roi s’amuse, the tragic story revolves around the attempts of a desperate father Rigoletto and his efforts to protect Gilda, his innocent daughter, from the amorous attentions of his amoral boss The Duke. Sung in English, Rigoletto is full of exquisite duets and instantly recognisable music– especially the famous tenor aria ‘La donna è mobile’ (The woman is fickle). Fergus Sheil conducts the OTC ensemble, with set and costume design by Alex Lowde and lighting design by Sinead Wallace. Thursday 28th May. Watergate Theatre – 8pm, €30

The Man in The Woman’s Shoes Set in October 1978. Pope John Paul the first is not long dead, Autumn is closing in and Pat Farnon has ‘some business’ to do in town. The play is a charming encounter – an ageing man with a boundless enthusiasm for life. The Man in The Woman’s Shoes is funny, tender and at times downright daft. The show was created with Sligo County Council Arts Service at The Hawk’s Well Theatre, Sligo, as part of the Bealtaine Festival 2012. In 2015 it toured to Manhattan and Philadelphia as well as a three week run at the Peacock Theatre, Dublin. ‘I appeal to you to watch out for it… an enchanting show… hilarious… one of the most delightful theatrical experiences I’ve had in a long time’ – Gay Byrne, RTE Lyric FM. Friday 29th May. Watergate Theatre – 8pm, €16/12

Two by Two

Rated U With warnings of a flood sweeping the land, the animals travel to the safety of the Ark. Animals are boarding ‘Two by Two’ - Lions, Gorillas, Hippos, Nestrians… Wait a minute, Nestrians?! Unfortunately for Finny and his dad, the clumsy Nestrians in question, they are not on the list and so are not allowed on! However with a bit of imagination and a spot of luck

Tomorrowland

they manage to sneak on board. No sooner is the Ark underway, Finny and his new friend Leah fall over board. Now the pair must learn to work together in their quest to find higher ground while fighting off hungry predators. Their parents on the Ark must set aside their differences and hatch a plan to rescue the kids.

Rated 12A Tomorrowland features the adventures of a smart young girl named Casey (Britt Robertson), who discovers the world of Tomorrowland and becomes obsessed with the idea of finding a way to get there (with no real specific interests beyond just exploring more of it). Helping her along the way is Athena (Raffey Cassidy), an android who looks like a young girl, and Frank (George

Clooney), who has grown into a bitter old man. But even while they have their own motivations for getting to the futuristic paradise, details are kept extremely vague, and it never feels like the narrative is building. A movie that you very much want to like, as its core message preaches the necessity for hope and positivity. But it does so with a very uneven storyline.

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Business of the week

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Restaurant of the week

Album of the week

Mumford & Sons: Wilder Mind One of the biggest bands in the world are back with their brand new album ‘Wilder Mind’. Mumford & Sons have exceeded sales of 10million globally and are set to continue this success with their third studio album. Wilder Mind is the successor to the 2012 album Babel, which earned the band a BRIT Award in the ‘Best British Group’ category and Grammy award for best ‘Best Album’. Babel was the fastest selling album in both the UK and US in its first week of release in 2012.

DVD of the week

Sol Bistro

The Theory of Everything

Located just a 5 minute drive from Mount Juliet and in the heart of Thomastown, Sol Bistro has everything from a tasty meal to a nice ambience. Cafe Sol is wonderful, the food is always fantastic. Great place for a group, they have a wide range available so you’re sure to find something to please everyone’s palate. Their set menus are incredible value. Their loyalty club is great as well. For a fantastic night out visit Cafe Sol.

Eddie Redmayne is English physicist and cosmologist Stephen Hawking and Felicity Jones as his first wife Jane. The film follows the relationship between Stephen and Jane as they fall in love. With Jane’s support, Stephen is able to deal with his diagnosis of advanced motor neurone disease and achieve great success and international acclaim in the scientific field with his theories on time and space. However, with the deterioration of his health comes a deterioration of his marriage, putting further strain on the now world-renowned scientist.

Activity of the week

Game of the week

Irish National Stud

Bloodborne (PS4)

The Irish National Stud belongs to the people of Ireland but prides itself on being enjoyed and appreciated by visitors from all parts of the globe. Nowhere better symbolises all that is great about County Kildare, the beating heart of Ireland’s thoroughbred industry, than the stud, a unique attraction of outstanding natural beauty that is home to some of the most magnificent horses and sumptuous gardens to be found anywhere in the world. One of Ireland’s true treasures.

Face your fears as you search for answers in the ancient city of Yharnam, now cursed with a strange endemic illness spreading through the streets like wildfire. Danger is an ever-present shadow in this horrific world, and you must discover its darkest secrets in order to survive. New Generation of Action RPG: Stunningly detailed gothic environments, atmospheric lighting, and advanced new online experiences showcase the power and prowess of PlayStation 4.

Hotel of the week

Movie of the week

Springhill Court Hotel

Pitch Perfect 2)

Springhill Court Hotel Kilkenny is where your break begins from the moment you leave home. Easily accessible with ample free car parking on site. Enjoy superb hotel facilities which include Lavender Spa, Leisure Club, popular Image Hair Salon,Claddagh Restaurant and the newly renovated Paddock Bar and Lenny Lion’s Kids Club during all school holidays. Within walking distance of Kilkenny City. Perfect for a romantic country getaway, luxurious city or family value break.

Barden University’s all-female a cappella team, the Barden Bellas, return to take on the world championship in ‘Pitch Perfect 2’, a competition no American team has ever won. Unprepared for the strength of the European team, Das Sound Machine, and out of their depth, the Bellas have no choice but to drastically up their game if they want to have a chance of winning - and it’s a slim chance, because the international jury hates all Americans.

Book of the week

App of the week

The Heat of Betrayal by Douglas Kennedy

Glimpse Notifications (Android)

Robin knew Paul wasn’t perfect. But he said they were so lucky to have found each other, and she believed it was true. In the heady strangeness of Morocco, he is everything she wants him to be - passionate, talented, knowledgeable. She is convinced that it is here she will finally become pregnant. But when Paul suddenly disappears, and Robin finds herself the prime suspect in the police inquiry, everything changes...

So the idea behind Glimpse Notifications is super simple. Instead of having to always press the screen or power button to see your notifications, Glimpse Notifications will actually turn your screen on so you can see a notification on certain applications that you select. Don’t really need to see every email that comes in, but a text might be nice? You can do that. It’s just another little tweak for Android that can make your smartphone even better. (Free).

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Travel

City break: Amsterdam IF YOU’RE looking for a chilled-out city break, then look no further than Amsterdam. With sun-dappled canals and a lively bar and club scene, it’s one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Discover the city’s history at the Rijksmuseum, browse the canal-side shops and markets, and then round your day off in a cosy brown café. Whether you like to fill your holiday with lots of sightseeing, or prefer to discover a new city at a more relaxed pace, you’ll

Captivating

Cuba

OLIDAYS to Cuba dazzle with this destination’s impressive colonial architecture of Havana, relaxed atmosphere and rumba rhythms. Like nowhere else you have ever visited, Cuba is famous for its salsa dancing, mojitos and cigars but it’s so much more than a friendly tropical island. Cubans have a strong love for life, a passion for music and socialising that is contagious. If you don’t know how to dance when you arrive, you certainly will by the time you leave. Adapting to the Cuban way of life is one of the pleasures of visiting the country and continues to enthral travellers.

Together with cigar smoke and rum cocktails, baseball, and everywhere visual references of the 1959 revolution, these picturepostcard portraits of Cuba tell a more complete tale of the largest island in the Caribbean. Christopher Columbus discovered Cuba on his way back to Spain after his second voyage to the New World in 1492 and was the first European to remark on its beauty. Today, the island state is starting to exploit its glorious attractions and offers visitors an alternative Caribbean holiday.

A TASTE OF CUBA • Cubans enjoy their nightlife, from local salsa to simply catching up with friends

• Bars in Havana are well known for their thriving music scene • Varadero has plenty of bars and restaurants offering local cuisine

• Guardalavaca has a much slower more relaxed pace, so eating out and nightlife is limited and based around the hotels.

find an incredible array of activities in Amsterdam. AMSTERDAM IS BEST FOR... Couples: Cycle along the canal and enjoy a cosy evening in a traditional brown café. History lovers: Learn more about Amsterdam’s rich past at the Rijksmuseum. Bargain hunters: Pick up trinkets and vintage clothing at one of Amsterdam’s canal-side markets.

Into the West Experience and explore the best that the west of Ireland has to offer, with an enjoyable cycling tour. You can explore the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, the Burren in Co Clare, the beautiful lakes and mountains of Connemara and historical Joyce Country, in Co. Mayo. There is a choice of three tours, The Burren and Aran Islands, Connemara and south Mayo, The

Burren and Connemara. These can also be customised these to meet your needs. West Ireland Cycling provides a wide range of bicycles for hire including, drop handlebar 27 speed touring bikes, hybrids and tandems. They also hire tagalongs, child seats, luggage trailers and panniers. Three distinct regions to create one unforgettable experience. westirelandcycling.com

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Floodlit soccer

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Pauline Tynan presents the league trophy to captain Donagh Cantwell of Eganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar

Croninâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage, winners of the Division 2/3 Cup and Division 3 League winners

Hurler Jackie Tyrrell presents the shield to manager Pat McDowell of Brennanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar, Johnswell

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News Tom Dillon, Pat McDowell and Eddie Cody of Brennan’s Bar, Johnswell

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Jackie Tyrrell presents to Jonathon Berry, captain of Cronin’s Garage

John Cullen receives his Player of the Year trophy, Division 2, from John Dalton

Team of Gary Breens, Division 2 winners Cleere’s Bar, Gowran, captain Liam Gurr receives the runners-up trophy for Division 1 Cup

Floodlit League present cheque to O’Neill Centre. From left, Kevin Morrissey, John Dalton, Eamon Cleere, Jackie Tyrrell, Paula Rutkins, O’Neill Centre, Pauline Tynan and Gerry O’Keeffe

Michael Doyle receives the Player of the Year trophy for Division 3 from John Dalton, Chancellors Mills

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I, Bill O Keeffe hereby apply to Kilkenny County Council for: (a) Permission to erect four more cattle housing sheds including an underground slurry storage tank, demolition of an existing cattle housing shed & all ancillary concrete works and (b) Retention Permission for a Cattle housing shed at Sandfordscourt, Johnswell, 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.

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Thomas Lonergan & Jenny Dalton full planning permission to construct a 1 & ½ storey dwelling, garage, entrance, waste treatment system and percolation area, borehole, soakpits and all other associated site works at Frankfort East, Windgap, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 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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Cunningham Farm Ltd. , hereby apply to Kilkenny County Council for full planning permission to erect a dairy & a dairy cubicle house incorporating milking areas, loose housing area , underground slurry storage tanks & ancillary concrete works on my lands at Burnchurch, Cuffesgrange, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9a.m. – 1.p.m. & 2pm – 4pm Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the fee prescribed fee (€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: Vincent Cunningham.

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Seamus Landy for full planning permission to carry out the following works: 1)To construct new agricultural livestock shed. 2)To demolish existing outhouses and construct extension to existing cubicle shed and all other associated site works at at Butlerswood, Windgap, co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 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.

SIGNIFICANT FURTHER INFORMATION / REVISED PLANS Name of Applicant: John Cahill Address of Site: Ballyouskill, Co. Kilkenny Reference No. of Application: 15/46 Development consists of: Permission to construct a product store ancillary to existing workshop and all associated site works Significant Further Information and Revised Plans have been furnished to the Planning Authority in respect of this proposed development. The Significant Further Information and Revised Plans consist of: • To retain indefinitely the as constructed leanto extension measuring 87sqm in area and attached to the side of existing workshop previously approved under planning reference (P00/1539); • Revised site layout identifying the structure to be retained; • Plans and Elevations of the lean-to extension to be retained; • Revised Contextual Elevation showing the lean-to extension; • Landscaping proposals; The significant further information and revised plans may be inspected, or purchased 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 9:00a.m. to 1.00pm and 2.00 p.m to 4.00p.m. A submission or observation in relation to the significant further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority within a period of 2 weeks from the date of the receipt of the revised public notices. A submission of 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 Catherine and Paudi O’ Neill shall lodge significant further information to Planning Register Number 14/294 for retail unit on ground floor, offices on first floor and this will consist of carrying out works to a protected structure, demolition of rear single storey extension, section of rear wall and internal walls. The works will consist of constructing a two storey extension to rear of existing retail units, internal alterations to existing retail units and first floor, alterations to front façade and associated works the significant further information consists of revised layout drawings omitting the first floor design and the redesign of the internal layout and all associated site works at Market Street, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. Significant Further Information/Revised Plans has/have been furnished to the Planning Authority in respect of this proposed development, and is/are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours of 9:00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority within a period of 2 weeks from the date of receipt of the revised public notices. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of €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. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

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Planning permission is sought by Vincent and Catriona Quan for a material change of use of part of their premises at No. 21 & 22 Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny which is a protected structure (RPS ref no: PB 177). It is proposed that the existing retail unit shall be converted for use as a Café / Delicatessen with all associated ancillary works. No modifications are proposed to the building exterior. Works proposed to the interior are noninvasive to the original building fabric. 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: Gittens Murray Architects Ltd., No. 5 William Street, and Kilkenny. Tel No: 0567753933. web:www.gmarch.net

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Take notice that I intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for planning permission to construct 17 3 bed houses and all associated site works on lands at Lumper Lane, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny. This is the same site as previously permitted Reg. Ref: 05/689. 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. Signed: Thomas Kavanagh

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Dear Editor, HELLO TO the good people of Kilkenny. I had the good fortune to visit your fair city recently with my wife and two children and was very impressed with your city and the warm welcome we received.

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We were most looking forward to visiting Kilkenny Castle and grounds. I have felt compelled to write in as we have many fond memories of Kilkenny City. To say our visit to Kilkenny Castle was a disappointment is an understatement. Yes the castle is magnificent, the grounds look spectacular but alas from the outside looking in for once you set foot on the path around the grounds you are doomed. The gloss and appeal of our visit as a whole to Kilkenny Castle soon lost its shine. lnstead of a leisurely walk around the grounds we were â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bombardedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to say the least with what seemed like a full scale marathon. We actually could not continue for once that group passed (while we were almost hugging trees on the sideline to avoid being trampled on) another group, albeit smaller, ran past. This seemed continuous so we gave up and looked for the nearest exit. Believing this experience was a one off and bad timing on our part we returned that same evening and tried in vain to finish our walk around the grounds as we wanted to visit the duck pond and dog graveyard. We never made it. Our visit that same evening was almost a replica of earlier in the day. We did meet a local couple along the bank of your lovely river walking their dog. We stopped to talk to them (my wife is very fond of dogs!) and we shared with them our experience. We were shocked that this couple have stopped using their own park because of the same issue. This should be a concern to the people of Kilkenny and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tourism sector who try and I am sure spend a lot of money promoting Kilkenny and its treasures. ls there nowhere for people to run except Kilkenny Castle Park? Surely not? Stop this now before it is unrecoverable and you are all left wondering where you went wrong while spending thousands to undo what was staring you in the face if you just stopped and looked.

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Golf Callan Results ending Sunday 24th May: O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles 20th May 1st: Martin O’Halloran, 40pts 2nd: Nicholas Walsh, 40pts Gross: AJ Murray, 37pts Men’s Fourball Stabelford Sunday 24th May 1st: Richard McKeever & Pat O’Keeffe, 45pts 2nd: Pat Parle & Willie O’Neill, 43pts - CB Ladies 18 Hole S/F Tuesday May 19th 1st: Eileen Cuddihy, 36pts 2nd: Cath Davis, 34pts 3rd: M Butler, 33pts 4th: A Phelan, 32pts 5th: T Drea, 32pts 9 Hole: E O’Shea, 15pts Up-Coming Fixtures Wednesday 27th May O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles - for reservations go online or call 056 7725136. Thursday 28th May Senior Ladies, 10am to midday. Bank Holiday W/E 30th May to 1st June Open two person team for the entire weekend. Monday 1st June - RGA tee time reserved 11am to 1pm. Tuesday 2nd June - Ladies Day 18 hole Fourball Better Ball. Team News Callan’s Duggan Cup team took on Castlecomer in the Duggan cup on Saturday 23rd. Callan, conceding home advantage, had a difficult task but our lads got stuck in and edged a very tight match by one. Liam Brennan & Gerry Comerford won on the 19th (H); Andy Whelan & Dennis Collins - beaten on the 18th (H); Billy Mernagh & Seamus Cuddihy - beaten on the 14th (A); Liam Duggan & Tony O’Driscoll won on the 18th (A); Jim Wellwood & Kevin O’Driscoll - won on the 18th. Well done to Paddy Grace, Liam Brennan and their team. Callan Golf Club Lotto Draw 21st May: numbers drawn 4, 9, 33. One winner: Tommy Fitzpatrick €1,150. Next week’s Jackpot is €850. Thank you for your support.

Callan MEN Junior Scratch Cup: In a highly competitive Junior Scratch Cup visiting golfers were prominent in well appointed Castlecomer over the weekend. Declan Roberts of Borris and local player Jason Brennan both returned the top score of 75. The Borris man hit a purple patch mid way through his back nine. Declan hit 3 birdies in the space of 4 holes between 12 and and 15. This was to prove the difference between him and Jason, giving Declan victory on the back 9. 1st: Declan Roberts (6), Borris, 75 gross, b9 2nd: Jason Brennan (4), Castlecomer, 75 gross 3rd: Gerry Murphy (5), Curragh, 76 gross 1st Nett: Alan Kelso (8), The Heritage, 70 nett 2nd Nett: Shay Kennedy (9), Castlecomer, 71 nett Intermediate Scratch Cup: In the Intermediate Scratch Cup local players fared best. A birdie 4 on the 18th hole gave victory

to Murty Coonan. With Johnny Brennan charging through the field with a 2 over back nine, Murty’s last hole heroics just won the top prize. Murty returned a gross 81 to Johnny’s 82. 1st: Murty Connan (12), Castlecomer, 81 gross 2nd: Johnny Brennan (13), Castlecomer, 82 gross 3rd: Marty O’ Shea (12), Castlecomer, 83 gross 1st Nett: Robert Dillon (18), Castlecomer, 69 nett 2nd Nett: Donie Walsh (17), Castlecomer, 71 nett This Week’s Fixtures Thursday 28th: Mens Open Singles. Saturday 30th / Sunday 31st: 2 Person Team Event (any combo). Monday 1st June: Mens Open Singles book your tee times early. LADIES: The weekend competition brought triumph to the current Lady Captain, Patricia Doheny. She led the field, winning with a great score of 39. Loretta Mansfield came in second place with 38 points and Maureen Norton was third with 34. The ladies of the Boyne Team, managed by Helen Dunne, Mai McEvoy and Una Whelan, had a terrific win on Monday, 11th May. Up against the defending champions of the Boyne trophy, Borris, the Castlecomer ladies were further disadvantaged by an away draw. However, despite the huge challenges against them, the Castlecomer Boyne team won the match, much to the delight of players, club and managers alike. Playing away in Borris were Lady Captain Patricia Doheny & Ita Madigan, Kathleen Ryan & Helen Murphy and Maureen Norton & Noreen Kinsella. At home, Breda Phelan & Margaret Furlong and Emer Foley & Delia O’Donoghue completed the team. Well done and best wishes for the upcoming next round to the Boyne Team ladies. GENERAL: The TGIF (Thank Golf it’s Friday) is up and running again and all are welcome to the play and snack event each week. Remember, it all results in a grand finale based on league table results. So play often and play well for the enjoyment on the day and for what may then follow because you did. For good use of the long bright evenings, remember also that the Scramble is on each Monday. It is an ideal chance to play and then perhaps stay for the excitement of the Monday Night Lotto Draw in the club. Non-members can play in the scramble at a slightly higher cost of 5 euro, where members pay only 3 euros. The scramble is a good event for friendly gathering to have fun together in lovely, relaxing surroundings. Keep up to date on all that’s happening in the club by logging onto www.castlecomergolf.ie

Gowran Park Bank Holiday Open Competitions The June Bank Holiday Weekend sees an Open 3 Person Team Event take place in Gowran Park on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May. The competition will run over

the two days, with an Open Singles scheduled for Monday 1st June – open to Ladies and Men. All are welcome – visitor €20 entry. We are also taking bookings for our Annual Club Fundraiser which will take place on Sunday next May 31st. The time sheet for this Open 2 Person Classic is filling up so with great prizes on offer be sure to book a tee time early to avoid missing out. Book through the Pro Shop 056 7726699 or online. The Members 9 Hole Competition continues next Wednesday evening and is proving as popular as ever. There is no timesheet in place on Wednesday evenings members are invited to turn up and join in with fellow golfers to enjoy a relaxing round and the social get-together afterwards. Monday Madness – Open Singles We are delighted to announce that the first of our Monday Madness Open Singles will take place on Monday 8th June – Entry only €12 per visitor. Book online or contact office 056 7726699. Other dates will be: Monday 6th July, Monday 10th August and Monday 7th September. Open Singles: Friday 22nd May Last Friday’s Open Singles resulted in visiting golfers Alan Kenny (5), Enniscorthy GC, taking leading honours with a great score of 41 points and Danny Hutton (6), Carlow GC, taking the runner-up spot one back on 40 points. The competition reverts back to normal this week on Thursday 28th May. Monthly Medal: Sunday 24th May A record turnout over the weekend saw 85 contest the May Monthly Medal. The course proved as tough as ever with 70 nett claiming first position. Michael Carey, playing off 6, took first place shooting level for the back 9 and Paudie took the Gross prize with a super 73 gross. Ger Treacy with a great 71 nett took second place, 5 bogeys on the trot to finish scuppered a possible great card! One to watch however in the betting for the Captain’s Prize next month. Another young pretender was third, Ciaran Whelan - shooting a nett 72. So three huge positives from the weekend - the huge turnout, the talent shown by our young golfers and the top 6 spots were all by golfers with single figure handicaps – well done all. 2’s Club We had 9 winners this week: Morgan Farrell, Ciaran Whelan, Paul Whelan (x2), Ger Treacy, Tom Nevin, Michael Carey, Michael Doyle and Paudie Lannon Matchplay Season The Matchplay draws have taken place. Draw sheets are posted in the locker room and online. It’s the responsibility of the player on top of the draw to contact their opponent to arrange the match. It is important to stick to deadlines for first round playoffs. Fixtures Friday 29th May: Open 3 Person Team Event Visitor €20 / Member €5. Sunday 31st May: Open 2 Person Team Event Visitor €20 / Member €10. Monday 1st June: Open Singles Stableford Visitor €20 / Member €5. Monday 8th June: Monday Madness Open Singles Visitor €12.

Kilkenny Open Week: May 22nd – June 1st Open Week kicked off on Friday May 22nd with a variety of team events and singles competitions listed for the week. The course was in excellent condition and all the visitors were fulsome in their praise of the greens and the course in general. The prize presentation for the events listed below will take place on Wednesday 27th at 7pm. Open Week Results 3 Person Team Event: Friday May 22nd 1st: Pat McPhilips (22), Neil Troy (11), Martin Tynan (23), 86pts 2nd: Donie Butler (19), John Martin (14), Canice Hickey (19), 85pts 3rd: Peter Dabinet (21), John Burke (8), Pat Cody (14), 84pts 4th: Dan Byrne (15), J Caeser (17), J Daly (13), 83pts (B9) 4 Person Scramble Team Event: Saturday May 23rd 1st: Hugh O’Shaughnessy (10), Brian Malone (17), Liam Malone (10), Seamus Malone (10), 101pts 2nd: John Quane (19), Dave O’Mahony Jnr (12), Patrick Dore (13), C Leamy (19), 98pts 3rd: Leo Hennessy (10), Liam O’Grady (8), Pierce Cullen (14), Simon Cullen (10), 97pts 4th: Rory MacEneaney (10), Owen Sweeney (8), Peter Gunn (14), J Crickley (13), 96pts (B9) 5th: Tony McCarthy (13), Joe Teehan (9), Des Woods (9), Joe Fitzpatrick (10), 96pts 6th: Sean Boland (7), Aidan McDonald (5), Padraig Keegan (10), Norman Williams (12), 95pts (B9) Mens 18 Hole Stroke: Sunday May 24th 1st: Patrick O’Shea (14), 66 net (B9) 2nd: Chris Fitzpatrick (14), 66 net (B9) 3rd: Paddy Fitzpatrick (11), 66 net B/G: Aidan McDonald (5), 73 gross 5th: Rory Smyth (13), 67 net 6th: Michael Power (16), 68 net Prize giving for the above three events will take place on Wednesday 27th May at 7pm. Open Week Fixtures Friday May 22nd to Monday June 1st Tuesday May 26th Ladies 3 Person Rumble and Mens Scotch Foursomes. Wednesday May 27th Mens Open Singles. Thursday May 28th Ladies 18 Hole Stableford. Friday May 29th – 3 Person Team Event. Saturday May 30th – Mens Singles Stableford. Sunday May 31st - 2 Person Team Event – Any combination. Monday June 1st – 4 Person Team Event New Membership Opportunities The club is open for a limited number of new members. There are various options and plans available 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. Junior / Juvenile The Fred Daly team will play Baltinglass on Friday 29th at 5pm in the next round of the competition.

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Results Ladies & Gents Open Singles May 20th C.S.S. 72 1st: Philip Tierney (15) 41pts 2nd: Brendan Wall (8) 39pts (B9) 3rd: Tom Hickey (9) 39pts B/G: Kevin Power (2) 35 Gross pts 5th: Peter Walshe (12) 38pts (B9) 6th: Willie Murphy (18) 38pts Ladies Sect: Katie Keenan (13) 33pts Ladies Results Open 18 Hole ABC Stroke Daisy Phelan C.S.S Sunday 75, Tues 76. Wednesday May 20th: 1st Class A: Y Egan (10) 76 net 1st Class B: A Stapleton (22) 77 net 1st Class C: M Harmer (35) 75 net 2nd Overall; M Prendergast (25) 77 net B/G: Bridie McGarry (8) 86 Gross 3rd: Niamh Spratt (13) 78 net 4th: Joan Cashin (30) 79 net 5th: Mary Bradshaw (21) 80 net 9 Hole Competition: Ann (JD) Murphy 13pts Ladies Fixtures Tuesday May 26th, 8.30–6.00 Open Wk Ladies 3 Person Rumble. Thursday May 28th, 8.30–6.00 Open Week Ladies 18H Stableford. Tuesday June 2nd Daisy Phelan 18 Hole Stableford, 8.20–10.20, 12.20–2.20 and 4.00–6.00. Ladies Prize Presentation for the following competitions will be on Thursday May 28th at 10pm: Round Robin Daisy Phelan Tuesday May 19th Open Week Tuesday May 26th Open Week Thursday May 28th All winners requested to attend.

Senior Men Results Thursday May 21st 13 Hole 4 Person Team Event 1st: P Drennan (15), M Mullane (17), B McIntyre (22), T Morris (32), 72pts 2nd: B Burke (11), E Orr (20), C Rainey (21), F Coughlan (23), 68pts 3rd: T Gunning (14), J King (17), G Power (19), F Dalton (24), 60pts 4th: G Meagher (15), J Dollard (17), R Brandon (20), T O’Mahony (36), 59pts 5th: W Leahy (14), J O’Leary (18), M O’Reilly (20), T Buckley (31), 59pts 6th: N Skehan (14), A Hughes (19), J Gowan (20), J O’Driscoll (26), 58pts 7th: J Ryan (15), J O’Regan (18), M Ryan (21), M Kelly (27), 57pts Next Senior Mens Competition: Thursday June 4th at 11am. Senior Ladies Results Thursday May 21st 9 Hole 3 Person Team Event 1st: M Prendergast, J Mannion, M Harmer, B Schoﬁeld 38pts 2nd: A Walsh, P Cooke, P O’Carroll 34pts 3rd: S Brennan, M Gorman, P Daly 34pts 4th: N Crotty, A Hehir, D Byrne 33pts 5th: K Gaffney, A Gunning, B Sloyan 33pts Next Senior Ladies Competition: Thursday June 4th at 10am. Fixtures: Tuesday May 26th, 8.30-10.00 and 2.00-6.00, Open Week Ladies 3 Person Rumble; 10.00–2.00, Mens Scotch Foursomes. Wednesday May 27th, 8.30–6.00,

Open Week Gents Open Singles. Thursday May 28th, 9.00–6.00, Open Week Ladies Singles; 6.00–6.30, Jimmy Bruen Practice. Friday May 29th, 8.30–6.00, Open Week 3 Person Team Event; 5–5.15, Fred Daly Boys Inter Club. Saturday May 30th, 8–12.00 and 1.15-6.00, Open Week Mens Singles Stableford; 12–1.15 Visitors; 4.15–4.35, South Leinster v Borris. Sunday May 31st, 7.30–6.00, 2 Person Team Event (any combo, Men, Ladies or mixed. Monday June 1st, 7.30–6.00, Open Week 4 Person Team Event. Tuesday June 2nd, 8.30-6.00, Open Wk Ladies 3 Person Rumble. Wednesday June 3rd, 1.00–2.30, Members Time.

Mountain View Spring League The final and fifth round of the Spring League was was played last weekend. With the total of the best four scores from the five rounds to count the following is the result. Group 1 1st: Johnny Maher, 46pts 2nd: Bart Begley Jnr, 30pts 3rd: Michael Waugh 26pts Group 2 1st: Frank Kavanagh, 44pts 2nd: Declan Eustace 38pts 3rd: Jim Dunne, 34pts Results Members Single Stableford 1st: Declan Eustace (18), 37pts 2nd: Colm Hayes (10), 36pts 3rd Seamus Nolan (17), 36pts.

MV Seniors (Waterford Outing) 1st: Frank Culleton (17), 36pts 2nd: John Leahy (23), 35pts 3rd: Michael Hoyne (19), 35pts. MV Ladies Single Stableford 1st: Jos Holden (32), 33pts 2nd: John Leahy (36), 32pts 3rd: Kathleen Lanigan (22), 30pts. Clubhouse Extension Apologies to our members and visitors for any inconvenience whilst the building works are being carried out on the clubhouse extension over the next few weeks. Club Matchplays Members involved in the Club Singles Matchplay are reminded that all ﬁrst rounds need to be completed by May 31st. June 15th is the deadline for the completion of the Doubles ﬁrst rounds. Membership Fantastic Membership offer available from now to January 2016. Please contact the clubhouse at 056 7768122 for details. Diary June B/H weekend: Open 4 Person Team Event. Tuesday 2nd to Friday 6th June: Open Singles (Singles Stableford). Tuesday June 2nd: Mountain View Seniors Comp. Wednesday June 3rd: MV Ladies Singles Competition. Thursday June 4th: MV Seniors 13 Hole Competition. Sunday June 7th: 3 Tees Competition.

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Sport

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McCalmont Cup Final Sunday, 3pm, Derdimus Park

Evergreen v Freebooters Preceded by U11 Cup Final

Gallant runners-up, Newpark

Determination was the name of the game

27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Sport Andy Kearns hooks Erinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Robert Moran Pics: Luke Leydon

Brilliant Bergin rescues 14-man Gaels Erinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Own (Castlecomer) .... 1-14 Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Loughlin Gaels ................. 1-14

St Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thomas Breen and James Dowling close in on Danesfortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Robert Walsh

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27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Sport

St Caniceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Credit Union Hurling League Round 3 Review by Pat Treacy

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Niall Mullins is bottled up

Aerial battle for possession

Stephens win this one-on-one

All Pics: Donal Foley

27 MAY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter