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Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY JULY 29 2015

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29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY JULY 29 2015

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Tourism film puts festival in the picture

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John Mulholland, acting CEO, Kilkenny County Council, Brian Ambrose, Elizabeth Keyes, St Caniceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral and Martin Costello, President Kilkenny Chamber

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News The brilliant pic that won gold for Seamus Costelloe

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Dani Boy: People were calling Catherine Burke and Sonny Knott

Main: Paula Dowd, Dani Bergman and Hannah Hamilton Above: Chrissie Walsh, Chubby Brennan and Ann Boland Above right: Peter Spencer and Phil Phelan Right: Monica Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Shea, Sharon and Sinead Dean Pics: Donal Foley

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News Derek Fitzpatrick, Elaine Brennan, Eamon Hurley and Mal Dunne Pics: Donal Foley

‘Comer welcomes son of US Katie and Julie Scriven, Gowran in a Radical PR6 Sports Car

Joanna Phelan and Lisa O’Rourke

Christopher Brennan and Jim Byrne

Denis Buggy and Mary O’Brien

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A scene of beauty: Pat Cleary, Hugginstown and Claire Cunningham, Owning who were married in Piltown Church Pic: Donal Foley

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The gods smiled on Shoe Boutique JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

The baptismal ceremony: Kayla Daly cuts the ribbon to herald the official opening of The Shoe Boutique. With her are, from left, Jenny Daly, Ber Cahill, Gerry and Jason Cahill

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Superb Iverk Show: You can have your cake and eat it too Competition is a piece of cake!

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A barbecue at The Rock Bar raised €500 for the Carlow, Kilkenny Home Care Team. Presenting the cheque to Ian Wilson Wilson is Kilkenny’s Bachelor Girl, Miriam Walsh, publican Marycarmen Rafter and her son Tommy Rafter

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Boho: The boho look is all about mixing, matching, expressing personality and creating spaces which are practical.

1. Botanical Butterfly shopping bag. Price: €6.25, from Home Focus at Hickeys, Kilkenny Retail Park 2. Versailles - Shabby Chic Tall Boy. Price: €269, from Carraig Donn, Macdonagh Junction, Kilkenny 3. Paul Costelloe Living Marrakesh Jug. Price: €20, from Dunnes Stores 4. Imperial Sliding Wardrobe. From Modern Living, Green St,

Kilkenny 5. Skittles Bunk Beds, available from Meubles Furniture, Kilkenny Retail Park

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A daughters moving tribute to the dad she loved so well

Local pipers stand in tribute JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Food & Drink

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White: Beaurempart Grand Reserve, Cotes de Gascogne 2014 11.5% abv This French white, at 11.5% alcohol, is a little cracker. It has a good acidity to fruit balance on first tasting, which we want. Intense grapefruit and pineapple flavours up front are followed by the sweeter apricot and peach. It would match well with a mackerel from Tramore bay! Price: â&#x201A;Ź11.99

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Taste of Kilkenny Food Trail

EXPERIENCE the rich and varied food culture of County Kilkenny â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from artisan cheesemakers to chocolatiers, chickens to caviar and cute cafĂŠs to cosmopolitan city eateries, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find that all the participants in the Taste of Kilkenny Food Trail share the same passion for food and the great produce of the Kilkenny countryside (and love to share it!) Pick up or download a copy of the

dedicated food trail guide to discover all things foodie in Kilkenny. Take a look at the map of the County in the middle of this guide and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find the locations of the members of the Trail who open to visitors â&#x20AC;&#x201C; please check opening times before you travel. Taste of Kilkenny invites you to use the trail to discover the countryside farms and city restaurants where you can sample their goods, whether you are local to the area or are visiting on

holiday. The Taste of Kilkenny Food Trail is, at itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart, grounded in the traditions and people of the county. Trail Kilkenny offers visitors a chance to experience the rich and varied food culture of County Kilkenny. Created by the food producers and restaurants of the county, the food trail has 38 places to visit. This collection forms a truly inspiring attraction for Kilkenny. Download a copy of the Food Trail from: www.trailkilkenny.ie

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29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Kayla launches gran’s boutique

Ber Cahill, Gillian Culleton, Kay Ryan, Martha Leahy and Assumpta Brennan Pics: Donal Foley

Faith Amond and Jenny Daly

Sinead and Abi Butler

Bridie Foley and Ann Rhatigan

Joan O’Brien, Margaret Hennessy and Helen O’Gorman

29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Shoe Boutique is a big hit Top left: Sheila Butler and Patricia Keane Top right: Michael Maher and John Leahy Left: Comfort and style as Mary Gaffney models at The Shoe Boutique Below left: Elaine Diamond and Mary Young Below right: Ailish Walsh and Rose McCormack Pics: Donal Foley

29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Puzzles

CROSSWORDS Hold the thought that Venus is now retrograde and that thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Full Moon on Friday itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite possible that tension in working partnerships will grow as the week progresses. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely that an old working relationship will be revived and that growing concern about how systems are working will lead to disquiet with a certain person sticking their oar in in a way thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entirely unhelpful. You may remember that your ruling planet, Venus, is now retrograde. On Friday (Venusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; day), there is a Full Moon in another of the Fixed signs. All told this could be a week of some considerable action - most probably concerning children, younger people or even a love interest. Venus is now stationed at what could be considered the base of your solar chart. Added to this, a Full Moon on Friday is in one of the Air signs (like your own). All this suggests a decided change of emphasis with high probability of you at least looking over your shoulder if not actively seeking out those youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked with in the past - or who have considerable experience in an area you feel attracted to. The next Full Moon is on Friday -last day of the month. By then you might really, really need a break. Note that Venus is now retrograde. Being one of the more sensitive souls of the zodiac you may already have tuned into growing tensions. Financial and ethical matters look set to dominate your thinking. It may be that you feel you have a fight on your hands and that a family member is involved. A turning point could be reached midweek however - though it might be some days before you feel beneficial effect. Before the end of the month (also a Full Moon) Venus returns to neighbouring Leo. So, though you may be caught up in a hiatus this week, early in August this should dissipate. A strong possibility is that you will put someone on notice and that how they deal with this by the Full Moon will determine actions for next week and beyond.

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With both Venus (your ruling planet) and Uranus (moving through your opposite sign) now retrograde, it may be time for a rethink as regards working relationships. True, it could be that because someone is away from their desk you get a better idea of what they can, canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t or wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do. As it happens, the last day of July is also a Full Moon in another of the Fixed signs. This coincides with one type of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;last connectionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for three decades between Mercury and Saturn (moving through your sign). All told this suggests a critical moment. Venus arrives at the apex of your solar chart and yes, you could be enthused by a new project. Next weekend Venus stations before returning to another of the Fire signs for a few months. It may be that whatever this project is, that it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get underway until late September or even early October. Venus arrives in another of the Earth signs and at one level you could feel totally tuned in to what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re asked to do. Be aware though that plans might need to be adjusted. It could be that a spanner is thrown in the works and that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necessary to concede that a project canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get off the ground until Venus enters Virgo completely in early October. Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Full Moon is the annual one in your sign. That this is also the end of the month suggests it might mark a natural dead-line. The big question is whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll declare this to be one (by issuing an ultimatum) or whether it will be declared for you. In the lead into Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Full Moon you may be more than a little irritated by what appears to be disorganisation. You may be right too. It could be that steps agreed before Venus turned retrograde werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t followed through.

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29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Health

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Coronary Knee Ligament Sprain %\ 7RPiV 5\DQ 5HJLVWHUHG 7KHUDSLVW HIP AND Groin pain in young athletes is becoming extremely common with many having to undergo surgical procedure of the hip to eventually gain pain relief. So what is wrong with the Hip Joint that requires surgery to relieve groin and upper thigh pain? Well the structure that is damaged within the hip socket is the Labrum fibrocartilage which is thick in density but possesses poor healing qualities when torn. The role of the cartilage is to increase Hip Joint Stability, hence if the structure is damaged stability or control of the Hip joint is reduced with a symptom of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;giving wayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; often reported. So common? The tearing of the labral occurs gradually overtime due to the poor mechanics of the femoral head Ball engaging poorly with the socket of the acetabulum. The tearing of the Labrum,

which can be visualized as a putty-like feature within the socket, occurs at the front of the internal ceiling of the socket. The reason for the tearing of this front section of Labral cartilage is due to excessive frontal movement of the Femoral Head Ball into the front of the Acetabulum socket during walking, running, standing, sitting, twisting and turning. Our posture Yes poor Posture in a Young athlete causes the thigh bone to angle backwards into extension leading to dysfunctional connection between the ball and the socket. This can be corrected if the Patient tilts their pelvis slightly backwards to improve alignment. Similarly the upper torso can show poor alignment that influences hip stability, if the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chest bone (sternum) is not directly positioned above the front edges of the pelvis, and then this too can angle the head

of the femur towards the front end of the acetabulum socket. Early identification of these discrepancies in alignment is very helpful in reducing risk of hip problems. Sitting in a slouched posture on the couch again serves to place pressure load towards the front of the Hip Joint. We should sit tall with the analogy of the pelvis like of a bucket of water, where we do not want to tilt water out the front or to back of the bucket, hence maintaining a neutral pelvis position and centralizing hip joint. Additionally ensure your feet are firmly planted on the floor. In next weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s article I will further address causes of Hip Labral tears.

TomĂĄ is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel and Thurles. Contact: 0504-26672; tomaspryan@gmail.com

29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Entertainment

Curtain call

Film review

The Union

Inside Out

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Rated U Growing up can be a bumpy road, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no exception for Riley, who is uprooted from her Midwest life when her father starts a new job in San Francisco. Like all of us, Riley is guided by her emotions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Joy (Amy Poehler), Fear (Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), Disgust (Mindy Kaling) and Sadness (Phyllis Smith). The emotions live in Headquarters, the control center inside Rileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind, where they help advise her through everyday life. As Riley and her emotions struggle to adjust to a new life in San Francisco, turmoil ensues in Headquarters. Although Joy, Rileyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main and most important emotion, tries to keep things positive, the emotions conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house and school.

Southpaw

Rated 15 From a storytelling standpoint, the sport of boxing has a perfect built-in metaphor to be utilized, as protagonists get beat up by life as much as they do in the ring, but can ultimately find their own version of triumph in either arena. As solid as this is as a narrative base, however, there is an important requirement for any new take to include enough unique elements and interesting creativity to actually stand out and feel fresh, because weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen this drama played out so many times before. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfortunately the second half of this equation that is entirely missing from director Antoine Fuquaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southpaw, and the result is a feature that is filled with tropes and, more than anything, just feels entirely dull.

29 JULY 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Business of the week

Movie of the week

Allens, High Street, Kilkenny

Inside Out

Allens of Kilkenny was established in 1948 by Mary & Patrick Allen. Staff at the much-loved department store enjoy the challenge of maintaining and growing an excellent choice of quality gifts and kitchen products along with endeavouring to find exciting and unusual items for the home and gift departments. They have found that concentrating on the widest possible choice is key to satisfying their customer’s needs, from china to casual dining, contemporary design to classical or crystal to glassware, they will most certainly have the item of your choice. Visit: www.allens.ie for more information.

Pixar’s latest animation will show you the human mind from the‘Inside Out’, going into the head of Riley, where we meet her emotions: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust. After Riley has to move to a new school, Joy and Sadness accidentally go missing in the depths of her mind. Now that Riley’s only guided by Anger, Fear and Disgust, Joy and Sadness must journey through her long-term memory, imagination and dreams to try and get everything back to normal.‘Inside Out’reveals a place we all know well, but none of us have ever seen - the human mind.

Golf Course of the week

Album of the week

Waterford Castle, The Island, Ballinakill, Waterford

Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams

The unique Waterford Castle Hotel and Golf Club is Ireland’s only true island golf resort. Completely detached from the mainland yet ideally located for an Irish golfing vacation or exploring the many Irish golf courses nearby. Designed by Des Smyth, former Ryder Cup player, and opened in 1992, this 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course, complete with luxurious clubhouse, leads you through mature woodland and parkland. The course itself runs to 6,814 yards, off the medal tees, and covers an area of over 200 acres. For more information visit: www.waterfordcastleresort.com

Having performed with everyone from Bob Dylan, Emmylou Harris, and Keith Richards to Paul Simon and Mavis Staples, Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams breakout with their self-titled debut album. A scorching collection of roots-rock songs featuring 8 originals and 3 covers including one song performed with the great Levon Helm before his passing. Produced by Campbell, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams distill everything into a potent, infectious blend of Americana style and timeless soul, offered with a relaxed generosity that can only come from rich experience.

Clinic of the week

Sports Injury Surgery, Coote’s Lane, College Road, Kilkenny Breandán Long, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, graduated in medicine from University College Galway and did his orthopaedic training in Dublin and an arthroscopy fellowship in Birmingham, UK. His specialist areas of interest are sports injuries, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction of the knee, arthroscopic shoulder stabilisation and rotator cuff repair of the shoulder. Surgery is performed in Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny and Barrington’s Hospital, Limerick both of which are JCI accredited hospitals. The clinic has a Biodex Isokinetic Muscle testing computer which is beneficial for recovering from surgery. www.sportsinjurysurgery.org

Event of the week

DVD of the week

Insurgent Insurgent, the next gripping action-adventure in the blockbuster Divergent franchise, raises the stakes for Tris as she searches for allies and answers in the dystopian ruins of a futuristic Chicago. Tris and Four are now fugitives on the run, hunted by Jeanine, the leader of the power-hungry Erudite elite. Haunted by her past choices but desperate to protect the ones she loves, Tris, with Four at her side, faces one impossible challenge after another as they unlock the truth about the past and ultimately the future of their world.

Game of the week

Spraoi Waterford

Madden 16 (Xbox One) (Xbox One)

Spraoi Waterford International Street Arts Festival 2015 takes place between 31st July - 2nd August. You can look forward to an exciting programme of street performances with musicians and street artists from countries around the world performing - and all events will be free! For more information visit: www. spraoi.com

Be the playmaker in Madden NFL 16 with all-new controls that allow you to dominate in the battle for air supremacy. Total Control Passing - Place the ball where only your receiver can get it with body-relative throws including high-point, low-point, back-shoulder, and the everpopular touch pass. Become the ultimate dual-threat and terrorize defences with new pressure avoidance and QB scramble controls. Dictate the outcome of each passing play while the ball is in the air for the first time ever in Madden.

Book of the week

The Lives of Women by Christine Dwyer Hickey Thirty years ago Elaine was a teenager, growing up on a small out-oftown 1970s estate. Every day the men go to work while the women repress the tedium of suburban life: frustrations and appetites are hidden behind a wall of respectability. Yet Elaine sees that most houses have their secrets. When an American family moves into the estate, the veneer of respectability begins to crack. The neighbours start to socialise with each other, they learn how to drink martinis, children are left to their own devices.

App of the week

Booking Now (Android) As its name suggests, Booking Now is meant to take some of the headache out of finding somewhere to post up for the evening. With access to millions of reviews and directions to your hotel all within the app, there’s no reason to fear just showing up in a city with no booked room whatsoever. Embrace your inner spontaneity. (Free)

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Travel

City Breaks: Milan SPEND your unforgettable holiday in Milan getting to know one of Italy’s most fashionable cities. See timeless treasures, which survived the destruction of WWII and discover hidden gems that hide behind what some interpret as an austere façade. The city is home to one of the oldest malls in the world. The opulent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II has been a mecca for Italian fashionistas since 1867. Mingle with the locals as you sip coffee in an elegant café around Piazza del Duomo. Then explore the strikingDuomo Cathedral – you can see the Alps from the roof on a clear day. After a day of sightseeing, unwind with an aperitivo and then head to the late night bars of canal-side Navigli.

Surf ’s Up

Miami dazzle

NFORGETTABLE sights and fun-filled nights await you in Miami. Pick out your best pastel suit and cruise on down to Ocean Drive, where neon-lit bars meet beachfronts in ultra-cool fashion. Strut your stuff on miles and miles of white sandy beaches or unleash your safari swagger searching for alligators in the Everglades. MIAMI IS IDEAL FOR FAMILIES: An abundance of water sports, year-round calendar of entertainment and stunning national parks make this an exciting oasis to bring the family. Snorkel in Biscayne

Bay’s fish bejewelled reefs, catch an exciting production of Warhorse at the Adrienne Arscht Center and make friends with the marine life at the Seaquarium. Then there are the miles of sandy beach – pining for your buckets and spades! MIAMI FOR COUPLES: Whether it’s lolling amongst the ‘SoBe’ cool crowd, sipping super-strong coffee in Little Havana, or strolling around Lincoln Road shops – there’s lots to experience with your other half. Find a quiet spot on Miami Beach for some palm tree romance, or people-watch

from the News Cafe on Ocean Drive. By night, step it up a notch and enjoy Tantra’s exotic aphrodisiac cuisine. SOUTH BEACH NIGHTLIFE: South Beach is home to numerous nightspots frequented by the rich, famous, and chic elite. Try the Tantra Restaurant and Lounge or the News Café on legendary Ocean Drive for early evening drinks and then when the night is fully underway, head to LIV Fontainebleau or the Nikki Beach Hotel’s Club 01 where the dance floor awaits.

SURFING with Aloha Surf School in Fanore, Co Clare allows surfers to escape the masses and really enjoy a unique surfing adventure. At Aloha surf school, they offer professional surfing instruction for people of all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided. Aloha was established in 2004 and focuses on providing top level professional instruction from world class facilities. Lessons are run from their purpose built booking office with male and female changing rooms, hot showers and chill out area all overlooking the beach. At Aloha Surf School, all of the surf lessons are conducted in a supportive, fun environment with an emphasis on safety and enjoyment. Visit: surfschool.tv

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Generous people: Like father, like son WILLIE FORDE has been very supportive to numerous voluntary and community groups across North Kilkenny. Young Mark Forde, seen here presenting a cheque for €500 to Dick Brennan, Chairman Castlecomer Tidy Towns, is certainly following in his father’s generous footsteps, From left, Maurice Shortall, secretary Castlecomer Tidy Towns, John Farrell, Castlecomer CE Scheme, Thomas Furey, Eurospar, Castlecomer Store Manager, Willie Forde, MD Eurospar, Castlecomer, Mary Brennan, treasurer Castlecomer Tidy Towns, Mark Forde and Dick Brennan Behind, from left, Eddie Kenny, Castlecomer CE Scheme, Ger Brennan PRO. Our Ironman Martin Holohan competes in the Dublin Half Ironman Triathlon on August 9 on behalf of the Carlow, Kilkenny Home Care Team. He will do 1.9km swim, 90km bike ride ride and 21km run. Sponsorship cards will be available shortly. All support would be greatly appreciated. All monies collected will go to this very worthy cause. Woven Wings The Woven Wings Art Workshop with Tunde Toth is in Castlecomer Library on August 8 from 11am to 12 noon. The workshop is suitable for boys and girls from ﬁve to ten years old.

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Collections We advise parishioners that the parish has no control over church gate collections. This is a matter entirely for the gardai and the organisations involved. A permit is necessary to hold such a collection and parishioners are entitled to ask to see it at any time. We would appeal to all organisations to keep in mind that the St Vincent de Paul collection is on the second Sunday of every month. Please avoid this Sunday if you are seeking a permit.

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We, Blacks and Whites GAA Club hereby intend to apply for planning permission to Kilkenny County Council for the a new two metre wide walking track to the perimeter of the GAA club grounds and associated lighting at Tom Walsh Park, Coolnabrone, Skeoughvosteen, 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. Signed: - Pat Nolan, Club Secretary

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Peter Vaughan for: 1) Retention planning permission of dwelling & family flat construction works to date to base/ floor level. 2) Full Planning permission to construct a 2 storey dwelling with adjoining single storey family flat, upgrade of existing wastewater treatment system and all other associated site works in the townslands of Kiltallaghan & Garryricken, Windgap, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 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.

I, Paraic O Mahony, hereby apply to Kilkenny Co Council for Full Planning Permission to erect a two storey private residence, effluent treatment system, new borehole, new splayed entrance together with all associated site works on my lands located at Oldtown Road, Oldtown, Stoneyford, 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 MICHAEL CONDON MRIAI MRC DESIGN LTD 1 CITY WALL JAMES STREET KILKENNY 087 2032869

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO Take notice that I intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for planning permission to construct a new 4 bed two storey house with integrated garage, effluent treatment system and all associated site works on lands at Jerpointwest, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Peter Raftice

We, John and Lynn Byrne, hereby apply to Kilkenny Co Council for Full Planning Permission to demolish existing flat roof annexe to the rear of existing house, to erect a single/two storey extension to the rear and side of house with all associated site works to our existing dwelling house located at Newpark Drive, Newpark, Kilkenny. R95D5PD. 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 MICHAEL CONDON MRIAI MRC DESIGN LTD 1 CITY WALL JAMES STREET KILKENNY 087 2032869

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I, Willie O’Mahony, am applying for planning permission for the installation of an unmanned self service diesel fuel pump, new entrance, amendments to existing oil distribution yard layout, upgrading of existing oil tank bunding, additional lighting and cctv cameras and associated works at Oleum Oil, Viper, Kells, County Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Peter Thomson Planning Solutions of Suite 1, Burchall House, Parnell St, Waterford (086 819 6856)

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

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO Significant Further Information/Revised Plans Kingsriver Community Holdings Ltd. have submitted a current planning application (Reference Number P.14/542) for Retention Planning Permission to a) retain the use, alterations, and additions to the Community House (which provides residential care for people with a variety of special needs in a community setting), b) retain the use, alterations and additions to the Workshop/Training Centre Building (which provides daycare educational programmes for people with a variety of special needs), and c) retain the internal alterations and change of use to the existing old coach house for additional staff/guest accommodation, along with all other associated structures, works, layout etc, all at Rockview, Ennisnag, Co. Kilkenny. It must be noted that the development consists of work carried out in the nearby vicinity of a protected structure (i.e. Rockview Mill) located on the property. The development is also adjacent to a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Significant further information and revised plans, as appropriate, in relation to the application 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 it’s public opening hours 9 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the further information and revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the Planning Authority. 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: D. Brennan & Associates

.LONHQQ\ &RXQW\ &RXQFLO I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Martin McGuire for full planning permission to construct an agricultural storage shed and all associated works at Moangarve, Callan, 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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Golf Kilkenny Golf Club FRED DALY LEINSTER FINAL The Fred Daly boys team will take on Carton House in the Leinster final this Friday July 31st at 3.30pm in Athy Golf Club. The panel is as follows, Mark Power, Luke Donnelly, Brian Crowdle, Kevin Power, Harry Duggan, Shane Mahony, Morgan Walshe, Jeff Kealy, Richard Louis Duggan, Dylan Smithwick, Jack Condren and Jack Walsh. Managers Luke Kelly and P J Martin will select their team later in the week and they are appealing to our members especially the Juvenile /Junior members to support the team on the day. IRISH MIXED FOURSOMES The Leinster Finals of the Irish Mixed Foursomes will take place on Sunday August 16th in Malahide. Kileen Castle will play Malahide at 8am in the first semi final and Baltinglass will play Kilkenny at 8.40am.in the second. The winners of the two semi finals will contest the final at 2.30pm. The winners of the Leinster final will progress to the All Ireland Finals which will take place in Dooks Golf Club Kerry on the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of September. TREE FUNDRAISER TEAM EVENT The Fundraiser for Tree replacement on the course will take place on Wednesday July 29th. This event was held last year with all the proceeds going to replacing trees which were lost in the storm of February 2014. The event will be a 3 Person Team Event, the entry fee is €20 per player and the organisers will have a Burger stop on the 10th tee box to invigorate players for the back nine. This competition is generously sponsored by SAP thanks to one of our own members Tom McInerney. JUNIOR / JUVENILE A great win for Kilkenny Junior Golf U15 team vs. Baltinglass on Sunday. The team of Richard Louis Duggan, Jack Walsh, Patrick O’Shea, Bobby O’Mahony & Louis Walsh had an impressive win on a very difficult course. The boys won the tie 3/2 with great wins from Richard Louis, Patrick OShea & Louis Walsh. Managers Mick Kennedy & Rob O’Shea reported that the Baltinglass team were much better than their handicaps with some of the higher handicap’s stringing together 8 or 9 pars during their round. The Junior/Juvenile Open Competition Day will take place on Monday August 24th. No Juvenile Competition on Monday August 3rd as it is a Bank Holiday. Competition will resume on Monday August 10th. Junior/Juvenile Coaching continues on Saturday mornings, 10am for up to 6th class and from 11am for everyone else. Please be present at the clubhouse 15 minutes before your start time. We could do more adult volunteers to supervise the Saturday morning coaching sessions, last Saturdays session had to be cancelled due to lack of adult numbers. Any member or parent of a Juvenile who is willing to give a hand out please contact the office and we will pass on your details to organiser Michael Keenan. There is a rota in place so you would not be expected to be present every week. RESULTS JUVENILE COMPETITION Results Monday July 20th. Boys (Full Handicap) 1st Louis Walsh (15) – 41 pts 2nd Gavin Parr (16) – 40 pts (back 9) 3rd Mark Nolan (15) – 40 pts (back

9) Boys (Junior Handicap) 1st Eoghan Moylan (26) – 42 pts 2nd Andrew Brennan Smyth (25) – 41 pts 3rd Padraic Mullen (21) – 40 pts Girls Doireann Sloyan (23) – 36 pts In the Junior Competition of 13th July, the boy’s winner Gavin Phelan and the girl’s winner Niamh Mulrooney, were entered in The Telegraph BMW Junior Golf Championship 2015, for a chance to win a place in the grand ﬁnal at Quinta Do Lago, Portugal. MENS SENIORS COMPETITION THURSDAY JULY 23rd Captain Liam Cody’s Prize to the Senior Men Winner; Billy Burke (12) 32 pts Category (1) 1st Matt Ruth (15), 30pts, 2nd Jim Meredith (20) with 29pts. Category (2) 1st Dick Keoghan (27) 29pts, 2nd Michael O’Neill (24) 29pts. Team Event Thursday July 23rd 13 Holes 1. Billy Burke (12) John Keogh (18) Brendan McIntyre (22) Eamonn Brennan (30) 71 pts 2. Willie Leahy (11) Donie Butler (19) Jim Treacy (22) Joe Ledwidge (25) 68 pts (B6) 3. Matt Ruth (15) Maurice Ryan (21) John O’Donovan (18) Dermot Moloney (23) 68 pts 4. Murt Farragher (16) Richie McEvoy (17) Jim Meredith (20) Dave Schoﬁeld (28) 67 pts 5. Christy Power (15) Gerry Bowe (23) Tom Keating (28) Dick Keoghan (27) 65 pts 6. Noel Skehan (15) Kevin O’Donohue (18) Tim Mahony (36) Joe Nolan (24) 65 pts 7. Geoff Meagher (13) Noel O’Sullivan (18) Eamon Molloy (26) Michael O’Neill (24) 65 pts FIXTURES: Tuesday July 28th, 8.20 – 10.20, 12.20 – 2.20, 4.00 – 5.45 Ladies Competition v Par Wednesday July 29th, 8.00 – 5.45 Club Tree Fundraiser Three Person Team Event Thursday July 30th, 10.00 – 11.00 Senior Ladies Competition, 11.00 – 1.30 Senior Mens Competition, 1.30 – 2.30 Members Time. Friday July 31st, 11.00 – 12.00 Visitors, 12.15 – 2.00 Members Time, 2.00 – 5.30 Evergreen Classic, 5.45 Mixed Social Golf Shotgun Start at 6.00pm. Saturday Aug 1st, 7.30 – 9.00 Members, 9.00 – 5.00 Open 4 Person Team Event Sunday Aug 2nd ,7.30 – 5.00 Ladies & Gents Open Singles, 10.30 – 11.00 Ladies Competition (Bookable Online) Monday Aug 3rd, 8.00 – 5.15 Open 4 Person Champagne Scramble Tuesday Aug 4th, 8.20 – 10.20, 12.20 – 2.20 and 4.00 – 5.45 Ladies Stableford Competition Wednesday Aug 5th, 1.00 – 2.30 Members Time LADIES SECTION Results Tuesday 21st July Open 18 hole Stableford Maise Lambe Trophy .Sponsor Langtons. 1st Margaret McCreery (18) 39 pts (B.9) 2nd Eileen Sheenan (32) 39 pts Best Gross Mary Leahy Browne (3) 32 gross pts 3rd Martina Naughton (26) 38 pts (B.9) 4th Dervilla O’ Byrne (10) 38 pts. 5th Mary Fitzgerald (Visitor)

(25) 37 pts (B.9) 6th Helen Devane (25) 37 pts (B.9) Best under 23 Lynn McElroy (Visitor) (6) 33pts Maise and Joe,s daughter Joyce travelled from Dublin to present the trophy,s.We appreciate that very much. FIXTURES Tuesday 28th July 18 Hole V.Par plus 9 Hole Stableford Tuesday 4th August 18 and 9 Hole Stableford. Sunday 9th August Lady Presidents Prize 18 and 9 Hole Stableford . This goes live for booking Friday 31st July at 17.30 pm. The 9 Hole can be played at any time but extra slots speciﬁcally for 9 Hole will be available Sunday evening. Tuesday 11th August 18 Hole ABC Stroke and 9 Hole Stableford Sponsor Euro Spar. SENIOR LADIES RESULTS Thursday 23rd July 1st Joan Norris, Mary Gorman, Margaret Harmer, Jane Duggan 42 pts 2nd Mary Hughes, Pauline O’Sullivan, Phil O’Carroll 37 pts 3rd Kitty Nolan, Frances Graham, Teresa Brandon, Joan O’Sullivan 37pts 4th Kathleen Gaffney, Josie Bolger, Aileen Hehir 37pts 5th Ann Gunning, Breda Kavanagh, Bridie Sloyan 36pts.

Castlecomer Open week in Castlecomer. The open week festival of golf began on Friday, 24th July. The course is in tip top condition and is bound to be a joy for all who play in the multi-varied competitions, designed to ensure suitable style and format to accommodate all golfers. There are singles, mixed, two person team events and champagne scramble, generously sponsored by faithful and loyal devotees of Castlecomer Golf Club who are much appreciated by all the members. The festival of open week golf brought team play in classic style for the Friday/Saturday classic competition. Sponsored by Railway Garage, Londis Castlecomer, Jim Dunne Electrical, Billy Moran Architect, Joe Kehoe Heating & Plumbing, Cropcare and Fine Turf & Sports Field Equipment, many teams of four took to the fairways to register a winning score. 1st: Eamon Holland (13), Cathal Holland (21), Kevin Holland (24) James Brennan 98 pts 2nd: Martin Fitzpatrick (18), Irene Fitzpatrick (31), Kathleen Guilfoyle (16), Billy Fitzpatrick (15) 94 pts 3rd: Mick Kenny (18), Sean Webster (9), Tommy Webster (17), Joe Leahy (13) 91 pts Ladies: Mary Brophy (22), Joan Brennan (13), Marjie Gannon (30), Catherine Cooney (18) 90 pts On Sunday, 26th July, the men’s singles competition, sponsored by M&A Coaches, Sean Jackman, James S. Bolger and Glambia ingredients brought in the winners on that day. 1st Eamonn Doyle (14) 42 pts 2nd Colm Meagher (12) 41 pts Gross Michael Curry (5) 31 pts 3rd Christy Comerford (13) 40 pts Monday, 27th – Ladies open day and Junior’s open (both 18 hole stapleford). Tuesday – two person team event (full handicap, any combination). Wednesday – Seniors 18 hole stapleford (categories O/50, O/60, O/70, O/80). Thursday – Mens 18 hole singles stapleford. Friday – evening event, 11 hole mixed – draw from 5.30 – 7pm. Saturday 1st Aug –

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two person team event (full handicap, any combination). Sunday 2nd & Monday 3rd – 3 person champagne scramble (18 hole) Book on line at www. castlecomergolf.ie or ring 056 4441139 for entry on the timesheet. Happy golfing! Ladies: The ladies junior foursomes team, managed by Hanoria Fogarty and Ann Ring, had a magnificent win in the mid leinster semi-finals on Monday, 20th July. The three pairings of Ita Madigan & Teresa Manning, Maureen Norton & Betty Byrne and Nuala Mahon & Susan Boland travelled with subs, Ann Ring & Betty Owens to the Heath to meet Portarlington in this qualifier. With a terrific show of golf, the first two matches were won convincingly, causing the third match to be called in without conclusion needed. This great victory has the Castlecomer Ladies junior foursomes team in the mid-leinster final which is to be played in Tullamore on 29th August against Arklow. For any free to be there on the day, in support of this hard working team and to lend good cheer for this final, mark it in the diary. The unceasing effort and practice of the management and team are commendable and much appreciated by all in the club and, in particular, the ladies section of the club. Well done to all involved. Open week has much to offer to ladies in the 37th annual festival of golf. With the course in supreme condition and great performances being exhibited on it, it is 18 holes of splendid individuality to be fully enjoyed. As well as being breathtaking in its views and elevated aspects, it is a genuine challenge to bring out the very best of golfing ability and strategic play. The great news is that it is open to all golfers from Friday 24th to Monday, August 3rd for their enjoyment.

Gowran Park BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AHEAD – August Bank Holiday Weekend Gowran Park are hosting an 18 Hole Singles competition over this Bank Holiday weekend – the competition runs through from Friday 31st July to Monday 3rd August open to both ladies and men. To celebrate our 14th year in business, we are inviting our visitors to play in the competition and enjoy the course for a special entry fee of only €14.00 with prizes on offer from 1st to 14th place. Timesheets now open and ﬁlling fast – Tel 056 7726699 or online at www. gowranpark.ie These celebrations will lead nicely into our Open Week 2015 which takes place from Friday 7th to Friday 14th August. Popular competitions include a 3 Person Rumble on Friday 7th, Open Singles on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th for a special entry fee of only €10 for visitors, Ladies 3 Person Team Event on Monday and Tuesday afternoons also €10.00 per person – the full intinerary of event will be: · Friday 7th 3 Person Rumble · Sat 8th & Sun 9th Fourball Stableford · Mon 10th&Tues 11th Singles (morning) Ladies Team Event (Afternoon) · Thursday 13thSingles Stableford · Friday 14th 3 Person Scramble Online Booking is available on our website www.gowranpark.ie or telephone - (056 7726699 for timesheet - ALL WELCOME

Open Singles – Thursday 23rd July Last Thursdays’ regular Open Singles continued with a good entry. It was young guns to the fore with local member Gearoid Kenney (4) taking the leading spot with a great score of 44 points to win, Eoin Cantwell (4) Kilkenny Golf Club took the runners-up spot with 40 points. Competition continues this Thursday with timesheet in place – Tel: 056 7726699. Monthly Medal – Sunday 26th July It might have been the July Monthly Medal but weather conditions made it seem like November. Nevertheless, shooting a gross 72 - nett 68, Richie Lowry claimed the medal on a countback from Ciaran Whelan. Paul Fox who is currently on form was third with a nett 69. The gross was won by Eoin Jordan with a 76. MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE that the current round of Singles and Doubles Matchplays must be completed by the end of this week at the latest. Ladies: 18 Hole Stableford Wednesday 22nd July 2015 1st Judy Dick (12) 37 pts 2nd Gay Latchford (25) 36 pts Members Weekly 9 Hole Competition The Brendan McDermott Golf Academy Golf Shop 9 hole winner this week is Paul Whelan. Paul had an incredible 4 birdies and 1 eagle to score 25 points playing off the blue tees. Paul Fox with 23 points came 2nd and Larry Comerford was 3rd with 22 points. Full league table available on members blog. Upcoming Open Fixtures: Thursday 30th July Weekly Open Singles Visitor €15 Member €5 Friday 31st July – Monday 3rd August Open Singles Birthday Celebrations Visitor €14.00 - All Weekend Friday 7th – Friday 14th August OPEN WEEK 201 5 Full details and booking available online www. gowranpark.ie

Callan Results ending 26th July 2015. O’Dwyers Golf Store Wed open singles played on wed 22nd July 1st Brian O’Sullivan 42 (12) 2nd Shane Moriarty 41 (18) Gross Martin O’Halloran 37 (3). Team News, Callan’s Duggan cup team played the glen of the downs last week in a quarter ﬁnal with Callan conceding home advantage. Callan’s home team saw John Doheny and John Grace win on 14th hole, Paddy Donovan and Johnny Kennedy winning on 16. Away saw Paddy Grace more than prove his worth as team manager when he selected Liam Duggan and Tony O’Driscoll win 0n the 16th giving Callan the out right victory. The good news for the club didn’t stop there as Jimmy Dunn and Liam Brennan win on 17th. With a determine Kevin O’Dreiscoll and Jim Wellwood being called in on the 19th, So Callan march on to a semi Final/ Final in Edenderry. Fixtures Wednesday 29th Campion Roberts insurance open men’s singles stabelford. Thursday 30th Pennyfeather restaurant open Ladies 3 person team. Friday 31st July Springhill Hotel open 3 person Champagne scramble. Saturday 1st David Mulcahy & Noell Morrissey open 3 person team. Sunday/Monday 2/3 Aug Electro City open 4 person team. All entery for open week is €6 for members and €15 for visitors

bookings available on line or call 0567725136 for your tee time. Callan Lotto no winner of this weeks jackpot the numbers drawn were 13, 13, 36, the picky out winners were Caroline Healy, Ticki Brett. Sandra Daly. Thank you ﬁr your support. Ladies Results Tuesday 21st July Geraldine Cup Winner;Bea O Donovan 69 2nd Rita O Neill 71 3rd Ann Wemyss 72 9 Hole 1st Mairead Blanchﬁeld 20pts 2nd Elizabeth Lanigan Thursday Seniors 3 Person Team Event Winners; Teresa Phelan, Ailish Carey, Melanie O Brien 2nd Stella Tennyson, Nea O Donovan, Ann Hickey 3rd Anne McEvoy, Marie O Riordan, Pauline Phelan DATE FOR THE DIARY; Thursday July 30th LADIES OPEN 3 PERSON TEAM EVENT

Mountain View Noreen wins Captains Prize Lady Captain Aisling Costello held her Lady Captains Day last Sunday week. The competition was a single stroke and conditions were very good. Noreen Bookle(28) emerged as winner with a nett 74. Results:- 1. Noreen Bookle, 2. Jos Holden, 3. Mary Holden. Best Gross Carmel Fennelly. F9 Anne Foskin. B9 Chloe O Grady, Longest Drive Chloe O Grady , Nearest To Pin Kathleen Slattery. At the presentation of prizes lady captain Aisling Costello thanked all who took part and congratulated the prize winners. She also complimented greenkeeper Edward Power on the magniﬁcent condition of the course. GOY With two rounds to be played in this years Golfer Of The Year Declan Cahill is leading with 21Pts followed by P J Doyle on 20Pts. Seamus O Brien is in third place on 18Pts. The remaining medal competitions are on weekends August 9th and 30th and can be played on the Saturday or Sunday. Results Mens weekend Single Stableford cancelled due to heavy rain on Sunday. MV Ladies Single Stableford 1st Carmel Fennelly (19) 33Pts 2nd Mary Cottrell (26) 29Pts, 3rd Kathleen Lanigan(22) 29Pts. Open 3 Person Scramble. There will be an Open 3 Person Scramble at Mountain View on Saturday, Sunday and Monday this coming weekend. Club Doubles & Singles Matchplay All second rounds must be completed by weekend of August 2nd and quarter ﬁnals of both competitions need to be completed by August 23rd. Diary Sunday Aug 2nd Bank Holiday Open 3 Person Scramble Tuesday Aug 5th Mountain View Seniors Competition. Monday Aug 4th to Friday Aug 8th Members 9 Hole Single Stableford. Monday July Aug 4th to Friday Aug 8th Open 18 Hole Single Stableford Wednesday Aug 6th MV Ladies Singles Competition. Thursday Aug 7th MV Seniors 13 Hole Competition. Sunday Aug 9th Monthly Medal

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