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29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Kilkenny Reporter WEDNESDAY APRIL 29 2015

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Neighbours show real bottle as they lead pub renaissance JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@ GMAIL.COM

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Bar buddies: Three Castles man, Gerry Rafter, left, a former vintners' chief, gives his blessing to president-elect Pat Crotty, originally from AyrďŹ eld, next president of the Vintners Federation Pic: Donal Foley

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29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Food & Drink

Food & drink Spanish Fish & Chorizo Soup

White: Michel Lynch, Sauvignon Blanc From France, 12.5% abv This is a little gem, often overlooked by its famous red brother. It has a zesty gooseberry and green apple nose and has a strong dry feel in the mouth too. The finish is long and very crisp and everything a Sauvignon Blanc should be. A glass (or two) served before a meal or with a crisp salad/seafood starter is in my view the way to get the best from it. Price: €13.99 a bottle.

HEAD Chef Ernest Subirana Sanchéz from The Salt Yard Restaurant shares a favourite recipe you can try at home...

Red: Rayuela, Cabernet Sauvignon From Chile, 13.5% abv Remember when you went out into the countryside picking blackcurrants/ blackberries when you were younger? Well, the nose on this wine is an absolute bucket of blackberries. In the mouth it’s soft, jammy and dry. The finish is long and warming. Serve it with beef stew/ casserole, or get a napkin and an old shirt on and enjoy with Spag Bol. Price: €13.99 a bottle.

WE have had some glorious sunshine over the past few weeks and no doubt all have enjoyed getting outside – whether a stroll in the sunshine, a quick picnic lunch in Castle Park or best of all, firing up the barbecue. Temperatures are forecasted to drop again I believe and this week’s recipe is a good one to prepare on a cool evening. It is really much more than a soup, rather a meal in a bowl! Chorizo is a staple of Spanish cooking and diet. At The Salt Yard, we import ours directly from a small town called La Alberca in Western Spain and we always look forward to the delivery, opening up the delivery crates and getting that wonderful, earthy aroma from the cured meats. For this recipe, get a good quality chorizo. It comes in either sweet or spicy varieties – I personally love the spicy version as it gives a nice

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kick without being overpowering. Fresh fish makes all the difference in this dish. In Kilkenny, we are very lucky to have some excellent fishmongers that bring the freshest and best produce from Kilmore or Duncannon. John Fennelly on Friary Street and The Fisherman’s Market in Hebron are really good at what they do. A SPANISH FISH & CHORIZO SOUP • Serves 4 and takes about 30 mins INGREDIENTS • olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 or 2 red chillies, deseeded, finely sliced • 1 bunch fresh basil, pick the leaves and finely chop the stalks • 1 Chorizo Ibérico, 200g approx, sliced • Roughly ½ bottle of white wine • 2 x 400g tinned plum tomatoes

• 1 handful basmati rice • 400g can of chickpeas, drained • some sea salt & freshly ground black pepper • for the fish, Bream, Pollack or Hake is good. You will need 4 fillets in total and make sure to ask your fishmonger to skin and pin-bone the fish. • 12 raw prawns peeled, but with tails left on • a few lemon wedges METHOD • Put a large pan on a medium heat, adding a good splash of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped chillies and chopped basil stalks. Fry gently together for a minute and add the chorizo. After a few minutes the chorizo will start to brown and then add the white wine, tinned tomatoes, rice and chickpeas. Season well. Simmer for 10/12 minutes, until the rice

is cooked. • After the soup has simmered for 10/12 minutes, it will have thickened a little. Add about 200ml of hot water and bring everything to the boil. Cut each of the fish fillets into three and carefully place them along with the prawns in the pot. Be careful – the liquid will be hot and can splash. Cook for a further 5 minutes until the fish is cooked through and the prawns are pink. • When the fish is cooked, stir in the basil leaves and serve in warm bowls. Serve with wedges of lemon for each person to squeeze over the finished dish and enjoy this really flavoursome meal in a bowl. Buen provecho! Enjoy an authentic taste of Spain at The Salt Yard Restaurant, Friary Street, Kilkenny.

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Kim Fogarty, manager, Bank of Ireland, Callan, Gavin Duffy and Mags Kenny Mark Barry, Julie Brennan and Duffy

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News

The pride of Callan business

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Parenting Files

Family life The Parent Files By Heather Campbell

Tantrums and Tiaras THERE are days when your toddler will drive you up the walls either by patiencezapping contrariness, bolshie defiance or downright demonic possession. You can put it down to hunger, tiredness, frustration, limited communication skills, testing the boundaries – but let’s face it, the thing that’s really turning your toddler into a ball of anger is probably you and your silly grown-up ways. There seems to be an infinite number of ways you can incite a toddler meltdown many of which you are probably doing on a daily basis - do these sound familiar: Do household chores You’ve been trying to engage with your child all morning only to be met with the blank TV-stare. Then you get the vacuum cleaner out and suddenly it’s: “Mummy build fire engine... Mummy play pirates... Mummy, stop that NOW!” Give them the blue cup Toddler: “No mummy! I want the blue cup” You: “But that is the blue cup, sweetheart!” Toddler: “Oh.” [Pause] “I want the green cup!” Change the itinerary Never mind the thunderstorm/ raging fever/ park closure – “You said we were going to the park!” Tip: Never, ever, under any circumstances, tell a toddler you are going to the park until you are actually at the park. Make them wear a coat/hat/wellies (in winter) Scarf, jumper and coat? Eh? Everybody knows the formula for toddler winter styling: Nakedness + 1 inappropriate accessory (eg nude + Superman cape; nude + tiara). Help them with a tricky task Toddlers are independent people with independent minds. They do NOT need your help! Don’t help them with a tricky task “Mummy! It breaked! Help!” Make them get in the pram This can be counteracted by a number of moves – rigor mortis, the back arch, lying on the pavement face down. And before you ask, no they don’t want to walk either. Don’t allow them to eat cake This can be divided into a number of categories, such as: ‘don’t let them eat cake for breakfast’, ‘don’t let them eat cake before it’s gone in the oven’, ‘don’t let them eat cake straight out of the oven’, ‘don’t let them eat all 12 cakes they have just baked’, ‘don’t let them eat someone else’s cake off their plate’, ‘don’t let them eat cake out of the bin’. Stop at traffic lights Your child will wake up from even the deepest of slumbers to express their distaste for this kind of behaviour. Wash their hair ‘No More Tears’? Who are they kidding? And when are they going to invent ‘No More Tantrums’?

When meals are a battleground...

FOR MANY parents, mealtimes can feel like a battle. Sometimes it can be hard enough getting a child to eat any food - let alone the healthy stuff ! Be consistent, patient and make time for meals with the family - and eventually they should grow out of this difficult phase. Getting kids to eat well takes determination, but they won’t starve if you deny them a Jammie Dodger. Agree with your partner about what’s acceptable, so your child doesn’t receive mixed messages about eating habits. Give them healthy snacks and water, at set times. Kids love routine, so stick to yours. If you say dinner is in five minutes, make it five, not ten. Vary their food so they get plenty of vitamins and minerals. And if you give them something new and they don’t like it, don’t cause a fuss, just try later. Homemade pizzas are great for boosting their vegetable intake and they’ll love picking toppings. Fajitas is another alternative. “Children are more likely to eat things they’ve helped create,” says Trudi Butler, a parental adviser. “Eat at the table, with no TV or radio, and don’t have lots of people coming and going,” says Trudi. “Avoid commotion and create a peaceful atmosphere.” Huge portions of food are overwhelming, so serve up small ones – they can always have more. A serving counts as a handful, for a child it would be a child-sized one. If you get stressed they might reject all food. As a last resort remove yourself from the room to cool off.

If they play up, unleash your ‘controlled exhibition of displeasure’. And no, it’s not the same as anger – you’re just showing them you mean business. Eat as a family. Children learn by example and if they see you enjoying your meal they’re more likely to follow suit. If you can’t eat with them, sit with them. If their enthusiasm flags, help them by spooning their food. Don’t threaten something and then give in for a quiet life. Saying “five more spoonfuls” and then only insisting on one just shows kids that you’re a pushover. Always see your threats through. Ban bribery. We all do it, but if it’s overused your child may come to expect a treat every time they eat dinner, and it can become counterproductive. So save it just for special occasions. There’s nothing wrong with cheating. Mash vegetables into pasta sauces, or blend fruit, yoghurt and cereal for a tasty smoothie. Tell a story as your child eats, so they take a bite in anticipation of the next stage. Choose bright plates and make pictures out of food. If they do well, praise them. If they feel confident and know that you’re pleased with them, they’ll be more likely to do it again. You may feel like screaming, but stick at it. After a couple of weeks you’ll see a difference, and your child’s health will benefit.

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29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Creches

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Beauty

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In your %\ (PHU .HOO\ THOSE great beach holidays you took in your teens are showing up on your face: You’re beginning to see cumulative sun damage in the form of blotchiness, red spots, and ruddiness. You’re also losing more collagen and elasticity, and your skin retains less moisture. Because it doesn’t reflect light evenly, your complexion is losing some of its glow. HELPFUL TIPS FOR A CLEANSER: Use a creamy (rather than gel) cleanser morning and night.

MOISTURISER: Supplement your broadspectrum moisturiser, which should contain SPF 15 or 20, with a couple of creams, lotions, or serums containing at least two types of antioxidants, such as lycopene, green tea, or soy, alternating them every other day.You’ll get a wider benefit from switching off, because different antioxidants address different problems. Or, if your skin is beginning to look dull, try a formula with peptides, which have been shown to strengthen collagen. Treat dryness with a rich

moisturizing cream that contains hyaluronic acid, petrolatum, shea butter, or oils.

NIGHT TREATMENT: A luxurious thick formulation to help lighten the skin is the way to go. It reduces brown spots. Aha increases exfoliation and collagen production, thickens the epidermis, and can reverse precancerous sun damage. If your skin can’t tolerate a retinoid every night, use it every other night. Never forget: Every Body is Beautiful.

SKIN QUENCHER Super Boost Moisturising Serum by Elemis boosts radiance and reveals natural, glowing skin. Ceramides and hyaluronic acid work together in synergy with softening plum oil, and vitamin E to energise your skin, boosting radiance and revealing a natural, healthy glowing skin. Elemis stockist: Bliss Beauty, Rose Inn Street, Kilkenny

WHITE TEA MAGIC Origins A Perfect World Antioxidant Moisturiser with White Tea. New research at several major universities has proven that world-famous White Tea is among the most potent antioxidants, anti-agers, anti-stress, anti-smoke, anti-pollution antidotes. Ferment of Sugarcane acts like a mini-sparkplug to up skin’s ability to neutralise free radicals before they deface skin. Murumuru Butter maximises skin’s moisture barrier. Rosehip Oil hydrates. Centella Asiatica firms. Vitamin C brightens and helps even out skin tone. And aromatic Mimosa, Orange, Bergamot and Spearmint fortify the feel-good factor. Price: €47 from Boots

CLEAN UP Dermalogica Essential Cleansing Solution for drier or prematurely-aging skin. This rich, creamy, non-foaming cleanser gently lifts impurities while replenishing dry skin and maintaining moisture levels: Dermalogica Stockist: Glow Beauty, Newpark Shopping Centre, Kilkenny

SMOOTH ELIXIR Olay Regenerist Night Renewal Elixir 50ml helps resurface your skin while you sleep, revealing smoother, tauter-feeling skin night after night. That’s because the fast absorbing hydraglycolic formula provides gentle exfoliation and hydration. The Results: hydrated, smoother-looking skin; resurfaced skin that appears smoother and tauter. Price: On offer at €26.61 from Boot

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Fashion

Boho Chic is a style that is inspired by Bohemianism and the fashions of the hippie movement. It has a late ‘60s and early ‘70s flavour that is predominantly casual, although dressy versions of the style do exist too. While “It girls” Kate Moss and Sienna Miller were among the first to revive the hippie look, with their boho-chic outfits 10 years ago, it was still going strong at the recent music festival Coachella in California, where the stylish sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner, and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, were photographed in delicate headbands and floaty, patterned shifts. GET THE LOOK Channel ‘70s-chic with this season’s essential boho blouse. This hero piece may borrow from the past, but pretty embroidery and catwalk-inspired details are so now! Blue and white’s a tried-and-tested combination that makes a boho top so easy to wear. Throw on with denim shorts and sandals if the weather forecast is bright, or switch for jeans on greyer days. For a warm-weather look that’s fresh and feminine, a loose-fitting, blush top is a winner. Cropped trousers keep the look light for balmy evenings abroad, simply add metallic accessories to pay tribute to the allinspiring disco era. Throwback to the decade everyone’s talking about with an unbeatable combo of platform heels and flared jeans. An off-the-shoulder ruffle top with a vintage print is the perfect partner. Image courtesy of SimonaMar.com

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Wrist action Hot Diamonds Emozioni Rose Gold Plate and Black Glass Heart Bangle Black glass and rose gold plate beads are the perfect combination for your Emozioni collection. Its adjustable, slipon mechanism oozes nothing but everyday elegance. Price: €69 from Littlewoods Ireland

Love Irish Design Heart Bag by na Burke. Price: €20. Part of an exhibition of contemporary work from the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland called: Side by Side at the National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny

LBD This chic little Freya dress is the perfect way to work pleats. With an asymmetrical neckline and fitted waist, simple court shoes and an elegant cover up are all you need. Price: €119, from Lola Rose Boutique, Kilken

Shine on Marco Tozzi Patent Navy Pump. A plain and fashionable navy blue patent pump from Marco Tozzi with a cord bow detail on the front. Price: €35.95 from Pamela Scott

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Under wrecking ball of austerityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ADRIENNE Wallace, the People Before Profit candidate for the Carlow / Kilkenny Bye-Election has called on young people to rally in the upcoming referendum and also to get out and vote for someone in the by-election who will represent them. Adrienne in a statement said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The majority of people in this country are not being represented in politics and if elected I will do all I can to change that but it has to be said that young people are really getting a bad deal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Young people should be looking forward with a bright outlook but low-hour contracts, unemployment at just 22%, exploitation in Jobbridge Schemes, coupled with the age discrimination for those U26 who are out of work are all acts of a political class which has made inequality their speciality. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have sacrificed us all to suit their neoliberal agenda but our youth have really been tossed under the wrecking ball of austerity.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I told the people of Carlow and Kilkenny when launching my campaign that I would be fighting for our concerns and highlighting all the inadequacies and injustices we face under the leadership of right-wing parties.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 0$66,9( ,1-867,&( â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to stand with everyone hit by the

massive injustice of the banking debt. I am pointing out the need for the equal treatment of young people who have been unfairly targeted by government: â&#x20AC;&#x153;People U26 pay the same taxes and are treated as adults in the State but are treated as second class citizens when it comes to welfare. Why pay lip service to equality? We either believe in it or we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t.â&#x20AC;? Adrienne urged young people to mobilise on May the 22 for the marriage equality referendum and vote â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Yesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for equality and give me a chance to be a voice for them in the DĂĄil. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to represent all in CarlowKilkenny who have been sold out by a corrupt administration who only see numbers rather than people. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high time people were put back at the centre of politics and economics in this country. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Economics should be about how we distribute wealth and resources not about how we are to be made pay for increase in wealth of the richest few. So, when voting for equality in the marriage referendum, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s put equality on the agenda for the rest of us too.â&#x20AC;? She said the work of the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI), published in the Sunday independent, had found that that 120,029 young people, across the State, will be ineligible to vote unless they register within the next couple of days.â&#x20AC;?

KILKENNY CBS LOTTERY NUMBERS: 14, 16, 20, 28. â&#x201A;Ź100: Patsy Brennan c/o Bingo; â&#x201A;Ź50: Nuala McCormack, Assumption Place; â&#x201A;Ź20: John Hanrick c/o CBS Secondary; Sean Brennan, 84 Fatima Place; Catherine Cahill, CBS Secondary. Promotersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Prize: Donal Gibbons. May 1 Jackpot, â&#x201A;Ź10,400.

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Film review The Age Of Adaline

Gypsy Ray. Brothers, 2010. Silver Gelatin Photograph. ÂŠ The Artist, courtesy Butler Gallery

Adaline Bowman (Blake Lively) was born on January 1, 1908. After a freak accident in her mid 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Adeline finds that she does not age a day past the moment she was struck by lightning. Employing careful strategy and relocation, she passes the decades with no personal connections except some close friends and her daughter, Flemming (Ellen Burstyn). At least, she does until she meets

The Assassination of Brian Boru

Gypsy Ray: Photography The Butler Gallery is presenting an expansive exhibition by Gypsy Ray, running from May 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 21, curated by Director Anna Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Sullivan. Ray, an artist originally from the USA, has lived and worked in County Kilkenny since 2000. She has a rich artistic practice that includes photography, drawing and teaching. In the USA she is best known for her documentary photographs, especially her series on AIDS, which concerned her for many years. This exhibition includes black and white photography from the years 1983â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2014, including portraits of writer Dervla

Murphy and poet Adrienne Rich, portraits of friends, of children and teenagers, alongside a selection of her Holga landscape works. Ray captures Irish youth posed on stonewalls, in laneways or stables, or caught for a moment at play. She pulls the lens in close on a group of Kilkennybased traveller children tenderly photographed with their cherished horses and dogs. In Brothers, 2010, Ray elegantly reveals the kinship of two boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on horseback cast against a big open summer sky. It is a poignant work that tells us a lot about the boys, even as their faces are turned away from the camera.

Two brothers of conflicting ideals sail to Ireland to defeat the High King Brian Boru. Over the course of the journey they part enemies, and meet again on opposite sides of the battlefield. Brian Boru was assassinated at the battle of Clontarf 1014. A story of brotherhood, blood, ravens on the battle field and the death of a great king. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Entertaining, well-cast and very well written.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Michael Moffatt, Evoke.ie â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mac Suibhne has an intensity that underpins the nature of Ospakâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Alan Foran, The Red Curtain Review May 6, 8pm. Tickets: â&#x201A;Ź14/12, Watergate Theatre

Roots Festival Kilkenny Roots Festival is back with a bang attracting some of the finest names in the Americana/Roots canon. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a mixture of old and new acts on the free pub gig trail and all styles are catered for, from swing to bluegrass, rockabilly to cajun, folk, blues and beyond. Read on for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gig schedule... 3HWHU %UXQWQHOO -DPHV :DOERXUQH 0D\ SP 5\DQV 3HWHU %UXQWQHOO 0D\ SP %LOO\ %\UQHV -RKQ 0XUU\ 0D\ SP 5\DQV 7KH 5DLOV 0D\ SP 3XPSKRXVH DQG 0D\ SP &OHHUHÂˇV 6XQGD\ 6FKRRO 6HVVLRQV 0D\ SP %LOO\ %\UQHV , 'UDZ 6ORZ 0D\ SP %LOO\ %\UQHV 7KH %DUU %URWKHUV 0D\ SP &OHHUHÂˇV DQG 0D\ SP &OHHUHÂˇV 'DGG\ /RQJ /HJV 3XPSKRXVH 0D\ SP 3XPSKRXVH DQG SP .\WHOHUV 6RQV RI %LOO 0D\ SP &OHHUHÂˇV DQG 0D\ SP .\WHOHUV /HH %DLQV ,,, 7KH *ORU\ )LUHV 0D\ SP 6HW 7KHDWUH DQG 0D\ SP .\WHOHUV ,ÂˇP :LWK +HU Â˛ 6DUD :DWNLQV 6DUDK -DURV] $LRIH 'RQRYDQ 0D\ SP :DWHUJDWH 7KHDWUH &DOH[LFR 0D\ SP 6HW 7KHDWUH 5\DQ %ROGW 0D\ SP &OHHUHÂˇV .DF\ &OD\WRQ 0D\ SP 5\DQV DQG 0D\ SP 3XPSKRXVH

Rated 15 the dashing and wholesome Ellis (Michiel Huisman). Of course, letting her guard down also means owning up to some of the hearts she has broken in the past - most importantly of all is that of Ellisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father (Harrison Ford.) Can Adlaine settle down once and for all, or is she doomed to walk the Earth like Caine in Kung Fu?

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Rated 15 After a professional debacle that has left him in a holding pattern, reporter Michael Finkel (Jonah Hill) is informed that suspected murderer Christian Longo (James Franco) has assumed his identity after the murder of his wife and children. Hoping to find a story juicy enough to bring him back into the professional fold, Finkel begins to interview Longo about the crimes for which he is under investigation.

What begins as a simple exchange of knowledge for tradecraft turns into a slowly darkening picture of two men who have a lot more in common than they thought. The film is methodically paced, and anchored by two solid performances from Hill and Franco, who display well-honed dramatic chops and play just as well together in a serious picture as they do in a farce.

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APPLICATION TO KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL FOR A WASTE FACILITY PERMIT Notice is hereby given in accordance with Articles 7 and 8 of the Waste Management (Facility Permit and Registration) Regulations 2007 that Liam Dalton, Blackdog Recycling LTD of Grange Lr. Goresbridge intends to apply for a Waste Management Facility Permit at Grange Lr. Goresbridge to recycle and prepare for reuse waste electronics and electrical equipment (WEEE). The application for a waste facility permit will be made to Kilkenny County Council within 10 working days of the date of this notice. The Classes of Activity at the site, as specified in the Third or Fourth Schedule of the Waste Management Act, 1996, are as follows; Class D13 of the Third Schedule Class D14 of the Third Schedule Class D15 of the Third Schedule The principal activity will be Class D15 of the Third Schedule Class R4 of the Fourth Schedule Class R12 of the Fourth Schedule Class R13 of the Fourth Schedule The principal activity will be Class R13 of the Fourth Schedule and, Part I of the Third Schedule of the Waste Management (Facility Permit & Registrations) Regulations 2007 (as amended), is/are as follows; Class 3 of Activity under Part I of the Third Schedule. A copy of the application for the waste permit will as soon as is practicable after receipt by the Local Authority, be available for inspection or purchase at the principal office at Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny . Liam Dalton

I, Micheal Moloney wish to apply to the above authority on behalf of Noelle Phelan & Jer Kennedy for Outline planning permission for a 2 storey dwelling, garage, entrance, waste treatment system with percolation area, Borehole, soakpits and all other associated site works at Lamoge, 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. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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William Delaney & Eleanor Doyle are applying for permission for the erection of a dwelling house and domestic garage / store with treatment system and soil polishing filter and all associated site works at Ballynakill, Graignamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the Offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Byrne & McCabe Design, Architecture and Engineering Services (059 9725684).

Eoin Everard & Geraldine Cleere intend to apply to Kilkenny County Council for Full Planning Permission to construct a two storey dwelling, detached domestic garage, new entrance, wastewater treatment system, percolation area together with all other associated site works at Ballynalina, Waterford Road, Co. Kilkenny. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Department, Kilkenny County Council, County Hall, John Street, Kilkenny, during its public opening hours 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (â&#x201A;Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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Puzzles CROSSWORDS You are arguablyat your best when you have an agenda, a strategy and most definitely ‘on the move’. So, the presence of someone with ideas usually proves helpful - which is how the week could start. The accent midweek turns to presentation and, most probably, internet-presence management. Buoyed by possibilities - especially around home improvement, you will enjoy creative dialogue midweek. There is however the cost to be considered which is where things could come unstuck. Cutting cloth according to means might require a different approach at the weekend. Others seem galvanised into action as the week begins and you could feel pushed to respond to their suggestions. You could easily be seduced by proposals. Yet you could adopt a highly practical mode and quiz others as to how exactly they plan to see their plans realised. You could push through a financial boundary. It’s likely too that you’ll touch the world of media, luxury or film. Contact with the artistic world is probable. At the very least you could experience a period of blue-skies thinking when it seems you’re moving through a parallel universe. It might help to start the week thinking back about 8-9 months and to consider whether or not plans made then require an injection of fresh energy. It may be that what’s needed is just a little more determination and, maybe, some self-promotion. You’ve likely known for weeks that there’s more going on behind the scenes than has yet been divulged. The danger is that you won’t be alerted to issues until it’s too late for you to take action to remedy them. Even the best of strategies might not work. By Thursday you could be so, so confused by reports.

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It’s probable that a decision has to be made - and by early May. It does appear that those of your sign enjoy the process of arriving at conclusions - and so perhaps protract the process. Certainly that’s what others might deduce presently. They might also see what you can’t. Putting your foot down and demanding attention might feel right. It seems you need to know and understand plans. The better you understand a timeline, the easier it is for you to find appropriate pace. It’s possible your particular genius will be recognised midweek, possibly through a health issue. Super-charged and in more efficient mode than usual, you could bring finesse to a task that’s required attention for some months. Not only could you wrap things up well, before the weekend you could find excellent marketing words to sell an idea or service. One of your great gifts is in attention to detail. That doesn’t mean that you necessarily attend to this yourself - but that you’re good at finding someone who will do the job - and well. The fact that you know what needs to be done and the likely time frame ensures you gain respect. Part of your whole ‘life theme’ is working out how to blend old with new, modern with traditional, and history with future. Excited as you may be by someone’s plans, by the weekend you may be wondering what they’re putting at risk. It might then seem to colleagues that you’re putting brakes on. It’s probable that others think that they know what’s best for you and that as a result you’ll feel pushed into action as the week begins. They may be correct in thinking that you could sell yourself better. Certainly it appears you’re coming to a cross-roads and that by early May a decision will need to be taken.

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29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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

Who’s for tennis?: A trip down Memory Lane

Old friends are best, says Hannah MAKE NEW friends but keep the old, for the new are like silver and the old are like gold. That’s the philosophy of a wonderful woman called Hannah Ryan, a patient at Castlecomer District Hospital. On a recent visit to the hospital, I had the pleasure of meeting Hannah, a wonderful woman from Mooncoin, County Kilkenny. She is a pure tonic to sit and chat with. In her 94th year, she puts her secret of long healthy life down to hard work. She is well able to sing her favourite song, ‘The Rose of Mooncoin’, answers you in a cúpla focal as gaeilge and in a few seconds she gives you the entire alphabet backwards without a mistake.

Hannah asked me to send best wishes to my wife Maggie and to Mary Walsh of Brógmaker Hill, Kilkenny, a native of Cork who is her room partner in the hospital. She also sends good wishes to her dear family, Pascal & Kathleen Power, Paddy & Breda Ryan, Tom & Marian Ryan, Willie & Joan Ryan, and to all her great relations, neighbours and friends. She wishes to sincerely thank the nurses and staff of Castlecomer District Hospital for their care and hospitality. She would like to wish ‘The Rebels’, Chubby and Mary Walsh all the best but says that for her it will always be ‘Up the Cats’. Hannah is a truly remarkable and inspirational lady.

:+,67 Castlecomer Whist Drive continues on May 1 at 8.30pm in Castlecomer Community Hall. All are welcome. 0,1, 0$5$7+21 The Flora Women’s Mini Marathon takes place on June 1 and this year a local group have decided to run the 10k for Team Temple Street. Temple Street Children’s University Hospital is very close to our hearts as over the last year my daughter Searlait has undergone brain surgey to remove a tumour. Temple Street has some of the best doctors and nurses in the world but without specialist equipment and facilities, that is simply not enough. Every year they rely on the support

and generosity of people like you to help them raise €5million. These funds are crucial and allow them to redevelop hospital wards, fund lifesaving equipment and services and invest in research. This year Team Temple Street is raising funds to go towards the building of a new Neurology and Renal Outpatients Unit. These are two of the hospital’s major specialities and the expert care in these units is a lifeline for over 6,000 sick children each year. Please support us to help raise these funds. You can donate on line to me (Mairead Tywany) on My Charity.ie, we all have cards so feel free to drop us a few bob (Michelle Power, Shirely Dowd, Avril Higgins, Paula Renwick). Sponsorship cards are in The Com-

mericial Establishment on Kilkenny Street, Castlecomer. ),1$/ 5(0,1'(5 The Ray of Sunshine Foundation concert in Muckalee Church is on May 1. Tickets available from: Billy Murphy on 086-3262446 or Anne Hunt on 087-3645076. .,//(6+,1 3,3(56 Killeshin Pipe Band Fun Day takes place on May 3 in Killeshin Hall. Adults just €2, and children are free. :$/. 7$// Self harm or suicide centre, Darkness Into Light 5k walk or run, Stephens Barracks, Kilkenny, 4.15am, May 9. All are welcome.

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

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Ellen Roche is a dietitian at Nutri Vive Nutrition Clinic. For one-to-one professional nutrition advice to achieve optimal health and wellbeing contact the clinic. VHI etc approved. Appointments and enquiries welcome (087) 6802248 www.nutrivive.ie

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News

Sport and community united

The volunteers who made it all happen

Pics: Donal Foley

Kim Fogarty and Gavin Duffy

Saidhbhin Reid, Hannah and Elizabeth Keher

Clare Grace, Jimmy Walsh and Henry Shefflin

Henry cuts the ribbon to set the ball rolling

Henry and Deirdre Shefflin and family at the Callan Sports and Community Expo

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Travel

City break: London A CITY break to London will bring you face to face with some of the world’s most famous landmarks and historical attractions. Scattered throughout the city are parks and gardens where you can relax and unwind. Discover a different cuisine on every corner of the city, and spend some time taking in the glamour of London’s shopping districts.

Dance Dublin

Moroccan

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orocco is home to famously busy and exhilarating cities, with historic quarters filled with winding streets and bustling souks. Further south, however, the country shows a different side of itself. Visitors make a beeline to its southwest coast to spend lazy days on white-sand beaches, underneath guaranteed Mediterranean sunshine. Head south to experience the best beaches in Morocco, where vibrant resorts line the white sand beaches. Resorts like Agadir are a wonderful place to try windsurfing or plan a leisurely boat trip, and the coast is a stone’s throw from the souks and restaurants in the town. The beaches are buzzing with stalls and cafes, ideal for browsing

for souvenirs, grabbing a cold drink or sitting down to some fresh local seafood. Some of Morocco’s best

attractions are its beautiful historic quarters, often found in the heart of big cities. If it’s a traditional Moroccan experience you’re

LONDON IS BEST FOR Culture vultures: The museums are free, the art galleries are abundant, and the theatre is alive and well in the West End. Cultural exploration in the city is endless. Shoppers: From luxury shopping on the high street, to hidden gems in the back streets, London is the shopping capital of Europe. Foodies: London is a melting pot of cultures, which means there’s a range of exciting food choices for you to try out.

after, get lost in the labyrinthine Medinas and gaze at the magnificent ancient mosques in the dizzying cities. Stop for some authentic lamb tagine from a food stall or sit on a terrace with Marrakech’s trademark fresh orange juice or mint tea, and gaze out across the maze-like souks.

MOROCCO IS BEST FOR... Shopaholics: Shopping in Morocco’s mesmerising souks will put your best haggling skills to the test. Sun worshippers: With over 300 days of sunshine and summer temperatures well into the 30s (oC), there’s no better choice for sun worshippers. Sightseers: Ancient quarters filled with Moorish architecture and Moroccan tradition

Dublin Dance Festival is the leading dance event on Ireland’s cultural calendar. Each year in May, the festival brings together dance artists and choreographers from across the world to share vibrant contemporary dance with audiences. Since its establishment in 2002 the festival’s ambitions have been big, brave and 2015 is no different. Included in this year’s programme is one of the leading

world figures in contemporary dance, Meg Stuart. She opens the 2015 festival on May 19 with her company Damaged Goods as they perform a cutting edge piece involving five dancers against a tidal wave of monumental classical and contemporary music. Another highlight which you can’t miss this year is Ireland’s own Liz Roche who stages her new Yeats-inspired work entitled Bastard Amber. Visit: dublindancefestival.ie

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Event of the week

Game of the week

Scratch Cup, Kilkenny Golf Club, Glendine, Kilkenny

Borderlands: The Handsome Collection (Xbox One)

Kilkenny Golf Club celebrates the 51st Anniversary of the first staging of one of Ireland’s leading Senior Scratch Cups at the Glendine venue on Saturday, May 16. Sponsored by David Buggy Motors - main KIA dealers Kilkenny – the event will field a maximum of 63 players with handicaps maxed at +2. The total prize fund is set at €1,850 with the winner picking up at least €700. Contact Sean Boland, Kilkenny Golf Club tel: 056 7765400/0871250853, email: sboland@kilkennygolfclub.com for more information.

Borderlands: The Handsome Collection packs in Borderlands 2 and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel and serves them up on the new generation of games consoles for the first time. Gearbox have added a number of gameplay features that can help you out in a pinch. New tweaks have been made to gameplay, too. Low gravity combat means you can leap away from enemies in a single bound, while new gear means you can freeze enemies solid or fry them to a crisp with laser-class weapons.

Business of the week

Album of the week

Baby Boom Nursery Store, The Smithlands Centre, Waterford Road, Kilkenny

Courtney Barnett: Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit

Baby Boom – The One Stop Baby Shop - was established in Kilkenny in 1999 and is an independent, Irish-owned nursery store. Baby Boom stock most of the best leading brands in baby nursery furniture and equipment such as: bathing, baby toys, bedding, car seats, feeding, health and safety, prams and buggies etc. They pride themselves as always trying to provide the best service possible for expectant parents and new parents alike. For more information visit: babyboom.ie

Following the runaway success of her EP collection, ‘The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas’, Courtney Barnett returns with her debut album. Mixing witty, often hilarious observations with devastating self-assessment over a beguiling collection of songs that reveals her as an ambitious songwriter with an ear for clever turns of phrase and an eye for story-song details that are literate without being pretentious.

Pub of the week

DVD of the week

Billy Byrnes, John Street, Kilkenny

A Good Marriage

Billy Byrnes is a family run traditional Irish bar and first opened its doors in 1954. The main bar is a newly renovated area where you can enjoy a meal, one of many cold beers including craft beers from around the world or sample from a large selection of coffees and hot drinks. They regularly host live music gigs and screen all the big matches - they also have guest accommodation with bed and breakfast. For more information tel: 056 7721783 or visit: www.billybyrnes.com

Joan Allen and Anthony LaPaglia star in this psychological thriller written by Stephen King. Shortly after happily celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary, Darcy Anderson (Allen) uncovers a shocking revelation about her husband Bob (LaPaglia). While he attends another business trip away, Darcy stumbles upon evidence suggesting her husband is the ‘Beadie’ serial killer, wanted for the rape and murder of twelve young women over the space of 30 years...

Restaurant of the week

App of the week

Willoughbys Cafe, High Street, Kilkenny

Peership, multi platform

Willoughbys Cafe is a family owned and run business providing and supplying home and local produce in the heart of Kilkenny City, just a two minute walk to Kilkenny Castle front gates. Last year, Willoughbys was the winner of Keep Kilkenny Beautiful’s Most Improved Commercial Premises Award. Serving breakfast, lunch, cakes, teas and coffees daily in spacious, warm and comfortable surroundings with fabulous views of Kilkenny City. Tel: 056 781 3020 for more information.

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Book of the week

Movie of the week

Buried Giant, by Ishiguro Kazuo

Dark Horse

The Romans have long since departed, and Britain is steadily declining into ruin. But at least the wars that once ravaged the country have ceased. The Buried Giant begins as a couple, Axl and Beatrice, set off across a troubled land of mist and rain in the hope of finding a son they have not seen for years. They expect to face many hazards - some strange and other-worldly - but they cannot yet foresee how their journey will reveal to them dark and forgotten corners of their love for one another.

This is the story of Dream Alliance - the horse that shouldn’t have won the Welsh National. The general consensus when it comes to horse racing is that millions must be invested in a thoroughbred and with the right training and the right jockey and a whole lot of luck, only then will one have a chance of winning ribbons and cups. Director Louise Ormond nicely builds up the tension to each race, and the comedown when Dream suffers a setback.

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Golf

Golf Callan Results week ending 26th April 2015: Sunday 19th April Fourball 1st: JJ Murphy & Brian Malone 43pts (Bk9) 2nd: Pat O’Keeffe & Michael Murphy (Kilmanagh) 43pts

on 19, Larry Malone beaten on 18, Dylan Dunphy beaten on 18, JJ Murphy beaten on 17 and Pat O’Keeffe 2 down called in. Manager Paul would like to thank his panel for their commitment to the team and club.

bunch. Susan Boland was the winner with 72 nett, and her last nine holes gave her the advantage over Noreen Curry, also with 72 nett who was in second place. In third place Helen Murphy had 75 nett, gaining her spot because of her back nine score.

Callan Golf Club Lotto week 5

The Ladies Intermediate team travelled to Abbeyleix to play Athy Golf Club on Sunday, 26th. There, in Abbeyleix, they had a decisive win with great performances from all in the team. Loretta Mansfield won her match on the 12th, and Nuala Mahon and Maureen Norton won both their matches on the 16th. The rest of the team was called in with victory already secured. The other team-mates Teresa Manning and Betty Owens were delighted with the wins, with Teresa on the 19th in her own match. A terrific performance from the Castlecomer ladies team, which puts them forward into the next round of this championship.

Monday 20th April RGA 1st: John Butler, Jim O’Connell, Kieran Ryan 50.6 2nd: Luke Connery, William Gilbert, Dan Sullivan 52.7 3rd: Tom Walsh, Brian Pilbeam, Liam Holohan 53

The numbers drawn were 19, 27, 29, no winner, lucky dip winners receiving €30 each were Noreen Power, Johnny Kennedy and Joe Duffy. Next week’s jackpot is €850 thank you for your support.

Wednesday 22nd April O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles 1st: Pat Mulrooney 38pts 2nd: Niall O’Sullivan 37pts B/G: Ian Gaugh 37pts.

Wednesday 29th April: O’Dwyers Golf Store Open Singles - time sheet available on line or call 056 7725136. Thursday 30th April: Senior Ladies - 10am to midday. Saturday & Sunday, 2nd & 3rd May: 4 person champagne scramble. Monday 4th May: RGA - 10.30am to midday, Society - 12.10pm to 1.30pm, Team competition 2pm to 3pm. Tuesday 5th May: Ladies Day.

Team news Callan managed a double over Gowran this past week first in the JB Carr on Monday 20th and then in the Duggan Cup on Thursday 23rd. The JB Carr squad, managed on this occasion by John Holden, who is deputising for Marty Parker, put up staunch resistance from the very off in a match that was tight and hard fought to the end. The first pair of Don Bolger & Eddie Tallent went to the 19th hole before securing the win although never behind in this match. Michael Comerford & Liam Duggan never found their rhythm and without playing bad never managed to get into the match eventually beaten on 13. Tommy Phelan & John Kirwan another pair never behind in their match played solid and won in what could be called a professional performance on the 17th. John Kinsella and Seamus Cuddihy were involved in the match of the tie with Kinsella & Cuddihy eventually winning on the 17th. Mick Wall & Martin Brennan, also involved in trench warfare, wouldn’t surrender and were one down when called in but knowing Wall & Brennan they would still have designs on winning that match. So Parker’s posse ride on into the next round and, with deputy Holden in temporary charge, they look to be a force to be reckoned with. The second success story of the week are the Duggan cup team, managed by Liam Brennan and Paddy Grace. The first pairing of Joe Madigan & Jimmy Dunne got an early first win for Callan by taking care of business by the 16th hole. Seamus Cuddihy & Billy Mernagh wouldn’t lie down and pulled off one of the greatest comebacks since Bobby Ewing stepped out of the shower to level their match on the 17th. The next pair of Andy Whelan & Dennis Collins impressed with solid golf, making no mistakes and showing no weakness in their games and this was reflected in a 6&5 win. Away, the pairing of Kevin O’Driscoll & Jim Wellwood won on the 17th hole, this match was in the balance for along time but the experienced O’Driscoll with his debutant partner Wellwood stayed cool and when their opponents blinked first they pounced to close out the match and give Callan the win. The anchor pairing of Liam Duggan & Tony O’Driscoll were all square when called in. Liam & Paddy were delighted with their team and would like to congratulate the panel on their victory. The third team to be in action this week were the Provincial Towns team managed by Paul Norris, this team were unlucky to be beaten by Newross in as tight a match as you’d experience. Callan’s home players were Dennis Carey (beaten on 15), John Lennon (beaten on 20),Keith O’Dwyer (won on 15) and Mick Murphy (called in on 19). Away, Callan had John Doheny beaten

Upcoming fixtures:

The Kirby Perpetual Trophy Club Mixed Competition will run from the beginning of May to End of October. Entry sheets for pairs partnership and people who require a partner are in the main hall. Enquiries to Catherine Dore 087 7921876. Ladies Results Tuesday April 21st: Australian Spoons 1st Helena McCormack/Ann Wemyss 2nd Teresa O’Neill/Rita O’Neill 3rd Mgt O’Dwyer/Catherine Davis Helena & Ann will now represent Callan in next round of the Australian Spoons. Sunday April 26th: Heron Trophy 1st Helena McCormack 36pts 2nd Pauline O’Brien 35pts 3rd Mary Lanigan 34pts Best Gross: Rita O Neill 25pts

Castlecomer Mens Fourball 25th/26th April Colin Dunne & Nicky Walsh covered the back nine in two under par better ball to claim victory in the Mens Fourball Competition played over the weekend. Colin & Nicky scored 44pts. They edged out Declan Dooley & Liam Dooley with a superior back 9 despite Declan’s last hole eagle. Colin & Nicky now go forward to represent Castlecomer in the Holmpatrick Cup. The top 16 pairs have qualified for the club fourball matchplay. The draw will be posted in the clubhouse in due course. 1. Colin Dunne (6) & Nicky Walsh (16) 44pts b9 2. Declan Dooley (4) & Liam Dooley (15) 44pts 3. Shane Coakley (10) & Jim Dunne (18) 42pts b9 Diary Thursday 30th April: Mens Open Singles Saturday/Sunday 2nd/3rd May: Open 3 Person Champagne Scramble (any combination) Monday 4th May: Mens Open Singles Ladies Eddie Walsh, Caterer, sponsored the stroke competition for the ladies over the weekend, and his generosity is much appreciated. It was a tightly fought competition with final places decided by back nine performances in the leading

On Friday night, 1st May, prizes for those who won and featured in the various weekly competitions and leagues will be presented in the clubhouse at 9pm. All winners are requested to attend personally to accept their prize. All members are welcome to come in appreciation and acknowledgement of the successes of the winning ladies and the generosity of the sponsors of the ladies competitions. Tuesday 28th / Saturday 2nd / Sunday 3rd: Open 3 person champagne scramble, any combination. Rules for this competition are in the main hall. For Ladies, the Entry Fee and Scorecard go into the men’s competition box. The Australian Spoons Foursomes competition runs from Monday 4th to Sunday 10th May. This is a very popular event where multiple entry, playing with different partners can have anyone playing each day, if they wish. For this competition, the names are entered in ladies locker room and fees in the ladies box. Remember, the Gardening Night is on this Thurday, 30th April at 7.30pm in the clubhouse, admission 10 euro. Assumpta Meally, horticulturalist, is the expert hostess, ready, willing and able to impart valuable information and suggestions to enhance any garden or plot. All are welcome, bring a friend and enjoy the fun.

Gowran Park

Kilkenny Reporter

with a prevailing wind all participants felt they were Bubba for the afternoon. While James Doyle is a noted big hitter (in any direction!), he held his nerve to strike the longest drive through the middle of the fairway on Sunday afternoon. Keith Flavin taking 2nd place and Paul Whelan in 3rd place, were a few yards further back in the play-off. Nearest the Pin proved very popular and the Par 3 10th hole proved a worthy contest for all participants. Gowran native, Ger Corcoran, new to golf, showed great potential in striking the golf ball to within 10 feet of the hole taking top spot. Gowran Park member Michael Keating was delighted with his effort in taking 2nd place, and felt this was a stepping stone to further opportunity within his golf career. Paul Whelan proved to have the all round game in taking 3rd place on the 10th. Earlier in afternoon the 5K run, with the assistance of Gowran Athletic Club, took place throughout the grounds of the golf club. Close to 70 runners started off from the practice green and meandered their way through the practice area then on to the golf course through holes 4 and 5, taking in the breathtaking view of the well manicured fairways culminating in the final kilometre past the finishing post of the race track. Competitive running resulted in: 1st Mick Kelly, 2nd Lyndon Barcoe, 3rd Colin Tobin for the senior section while the Ladies Section resulted in sisters Eleanor & Rebecca Kennedy taking 1st & 2nd place respectively. Hazel Coogan was just a few metres back in 3rd place. The Junior section resulted in 1st place going to Gavin Manning, while Charlie Mullins and Eddie Gittens took 2nd and 3rd place. Huge thanks to all the volunteers for their efforts throughout the afternoon ensuring that everyone enjoyed the event safely. Weekly Open Singles Thursday 23rd April 2014 Our regular Open Singles last Thursday saw a great turnout with golfers taking part from all over the South East. The overall winner was Alan Morrissey (14), Borris GC, with a great score of 43 points. Rory Murphy (7), Mountain View took 2nd place with 37 points on a countback from Denis Murphy (6), Callan Golf Club. The competition continues with week with a timesheet in place, also available online.

Bank Holiday Open Singles Weekend: Saturday 2nd - Monday 4th May

Golf Lessons for Beginners (Ladies & Men)

Next weekend Gowran Park will host an Open Singles Stableford competition – open to visitors and members will be held on Saturday 2nd through to Monday 4th May. Timesheets are already getting busy so an early reservation is advised – telephone 056 7726699 or book online.

A programme of golf lessons for beginners (men and ladies) commenced yesterday (Tuesday 28th April). The programme will run over four Tuesday evenings and will give a general induction into golf in an informal, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Those interested can still join and should contact Gowran Park at 056 7726699 or 086 2683171.

Family Fun Day - Sunday 19th April The Inaugural Family Fun Day held last Sunday 19th April in Gowran Park attracted a huge crowd and proved a fantastic success. While the children’s activities were a great hit all-round, it was the golf competitions that drew the largest numbers of competitors. The putting competition took place on our practice green and resulted in a play-off between Jason Brennan, Shane Walsh and Mary Delehanty. While all three were new to the game, Jason showed great promise in securing victory scoring 5 out of the 9 putts. After a titanic battle, Shane and Mary were declared in joint second place, scoring 3 out of 9. The longest drive off the 1st tee attracted major interest and

LADIES Wednesday 22nd April: 18 Hole Strokeplay 1st: Helen Dunne (22), 70 nett Challenge Cup: Gowran Park Ladies had a good win over near neighbours Callan in the Challenge Cup at the neutral venue of Carrickon-Suir, with 3 wins and 2 narrow defeats on 17th. Team: Brigid Mullins, Eithne Byrne, Mary Harding, Mary McEvoy and Patrice Mullins, Team Manager was Ann Mullins. Fixtures Thurs 30th Apr: Open Singles - Visitors €20 Sat 2nd - Mon 4th May: Open Singles - Visitors €20

Kilkenny LADIES & GENTS OPEN SINGLES The next Ladies & Gents Open singles will take place on Wednesday April 29th and Wednesday May 6th and they are bookable online or through the office. MENS PRIZE PRESENTATION Mens Prize Presentation will take place this Thursday April 30th at 7pm. Prizes for the following competitions will be presented; Ladies & Gents Open Singles April 1st, Easter Open Fourball April 4th & 5th, Four Person Team Competition Easter Monday April 6th, Ladies & Gents Open Singles April 15th, April Monthly Medal April 19th. Ladies & Gents Open Singles April 29th. Leading qualifiers in Mens Fourball. SENIOR SCRATCH CUP The Senior Scratch Cup will take place on Saturday May 16th and we could do with some volunteers on the day. There will be a sheet on the Mens notice board for those who wish to add their names to help out. MIXED SOCIAL GOLF This Friday evening May 1st, Please sign in by 6.15 for shotgun start at 6.30pm. NEW MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The club is open for a limited number of new members. There are various options and plans available for those joining and the entrance fee can be spread out over a number of years if so wished. For further details please contact Sean or Aoife in the office on 056 7765400. COURSE NEWS Divot repair sessions are back in action on Monday nights at 6.45pm. We will skip next Monday May 5th as it is a Bank Holiday, the next session will take place on Monday May 11th at 6.45. This will be the Monday before the Senior Scratch Cup and we could do with a big crew on the night, if we have any other session in the meantime a text message will be sent out to those who have been helping out. Thanks to those who turned this Monday night despite the cold conditions. Please contact Sean in the office if you wish to help out or just turn up on Monday nights at 6.45. JUNIOR / JUVENILE The Fred Daly team will take on Mount Juliet in the area play off on Saturday May 9th at 4pm with four matches in Kilkenny and three in Mount Juliet. CLINICAL PILATES / YOGA CLASSES This week will be the last of the Clinical Pilates Classes for the season and they will resume in the Autumn. RESULTS The Mens Singles Qualifier took place over the weekend and all scores of 73 and better qualified with seven scores of 74 also making the cut. The leading qualifier was Oliver Carter (10) with 66 net, Cormac Hickey (6) was next best with 67 and Michael Fogarty (10) shot 68. The standard scratch on Saturday was 72 and Sunday 71. The draw will be posted on the notice board this week; those on top of the draw are responsible for arranging the matches. Two’s Club Mens Singles Qualifier Saturday/Sunday 25th & 26th: Daragh McNamara, Brian Cullen, Alan Snype at 6th, Derek Shelley, Cathal McDonald at 10th, Paddy Fitzpatrick, Pat Hickey, Jim White at 15th, Colin Corbett, Cormac Hickey, Mark Power, Michael Buggy, James Walsh, John Grace, Brendan Graham, Brendan Hogan at 17th. Each Two is worth €26.30 and is credited in the Pro shop.

LADIES RESULTS Results Competition Tuesday April 21st C.S.S. Sat 73, Sun 75, Tues 74 1. Liz Neary (19) 40 pts 2. Niamh Mulrooney (18) 39 pts Best Gross; Mary Dowling (Scr) 34 pts 3. Anne Kelly (29) 37 pts 4. Annette Kelly (36) 36 pts (B6) 5. Marian Woods (18) 36 pts 6. Margaret Cuddihy (10) 34 pts (B9) 9 Hole Competition 1. Pauline O’Sullivan (29) 18 pts 2. Ann Gunning (25) 16 pts 3. Sheila Brennan (26) 16 pts Ladies Fixtures Tuesday April 28th, 8.30-10.20 & 12.20-2.20, 4.00-5.15: Ladies Australian Spoons Competition - Bookable online. 8.30-10.20 & 12.20-2.20, 4.00-5.15: Ladies 9 & 18 Hole Competition. Tues May 5th, 8.30-10.20 & 12.20-2.20, 4.00-5.15: Ladies 9 & 18H Competitions No Slots this Saturday or Sunday. Senior Men & Ladies Mixed Team Event Results Thursday April 16th: 13 Hole 4 Person Mixed Team Event 1: Pat Collins (12) Paddy Byrne (22) Patti Burke (22) Mary Murphy (36) 75pts 2: Eddie Guilfoyle (14) Tommy Dunne (18) Nuala Crotty (23) Phil O’Carroll (32) 72pts 3: Noel Skehan (14) Gerry Bowe (23) Adrienne Walsh (24) Mary Feighery (36) 70pts 4: Michael Grant (8) Peter McQuillan (24) Hilda Richardson (24) Barbara Schofield (35) 70pts 5: Paul Harding (18) Martin Kelly ((28) Phil Cooke (27) Kathleen Price (31) 69 pts 6: Tony Teehan (18) Tom Keating (28) Kathleen Gaffney (24) Joan Mannion (29) 69pts 7: Jim Ryan (15) Pat O’Briain (17) Catherine Barrett (20) Frances Foley (26) 68pts Next Snr Ladies Comp: Thurs Apr 30th, 10am. Next Snr Mens Comp: Thurs Apr 30th, 11am. Men’s Seniors Away Outings 2015: All Mondays. Our first away outing of the year will take place at Tramore GC, Monday 11th May. Tea/Coffee & scone 10am sharp. Tee-Off commences 10.30am. Meal served after golf followed by prize giving. Entries accepted next two Thursdays. Other away outings in 2015: Monday 22nd June Waterford Castle; Monday 13th July Gowran; Monday 10th August Mountrath; Monday 14th September Callan. Men’s Seniors ‘Golfer of the Year’ competition dates 2015: All Thursday’s - April 9th, May 7th, June 4th, July 23rd (Club Captain’s Prize to Seniors), August 6th & September 3rd (Seniors Captains Prize). Best four cards from six to count. FIXTURES: Tuesday April 28th, 8.30-10.20 & 12.202.20, 3.55-4.45: Ladies 9 & 18H Ladies Australian Spoons. Wednesday April 29th, 8.30-5.15: Ladies & Gents Open Singles Thursday April 30th, 10.00-11.00: Senior Ladies Competition; 11.00-1.00: Senior Men Comp; 1.00-2.00: Members Time. Friday May 1st, 1.00-2.00: Members Time; 4.20-4.35: Inter Club Practice; 6.30: Social Mixed Golf Shotgun Start, sign in by 6.15. Saturday May 2nd, 7.30-8.30: Members; 8.30-3.00: Captains Prizes to Ladies & Gents; 3.00-3.30 Sth Leinster Inter club; 3.30-5.15: Captains Prizes to Ladies & Gents Sunday May 3rd, 7.30-1.00 & 2.30-5.14: Captains Prizes to Ladies & Gents; 1.002.30 Visitors. Monday May 4th, 8.45-5.15: 4 Person Team Event Semi Open. Tuesday May 5th, 8.30-10.20 & 12.20-2.20, 3.55-5.25: Ladies 9 & 18H Stableford Wednesday May 6th, 8.30-5.25: Ladies & Gents Open Singles.

29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Sport

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29 APRIL 2015 Kilkenny Reporter

Sport

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Ciarán Brennan, Bennettsbridge and St Kieran’s College, receiving the Féile Skills Kilkenny winner’s trophy from Joe Pyke of Bórd na nÓg

Now Thomastown are eyeing cup glory JIMMY RHATIGAN JIMMYRHATIGAN@GMAIL.COM

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Reporter Soccer Fixtures Thursday, April 30 ST CANICE’S CREDIT UNION PREMIER DIVISION (6.45pm) Evergreen ‘B’ v Freebooters ‘A’ Callan United v Evergreen ‘A’ Spa United v Thomastown ‘A’

WOMEN’S LEAGUE

KCLR McCALMONT CUP (11am) Thomastown ‘A’ v Callan United St Mary’s v Evergreen Evergreen ‘B’ v Newpark ‘A’

DIVISION 1 CUP Clover ‘A’ v Stoneyford, 4.30pm

DIVISION 3 CUP

Freebooters v Newpark, 6.45pm

Highview Athletic ‘A’ v Winners of Callan ‘B’ and St John’s, 1.30pm

Saturday, May 2

Monday, May 4

BUCKLEY YOUTHS’ CUP

KCLR McCALMONT CUP

Callan United v Evergreen ‘A’, 3pm

St Anne’s v Freebooters ‘A’, 12 noon

Sunday, May 3

Thursday, May 7

O’NEILL’S LFA CUP

PREMIER DIVISION

St Paul’s, Artane v Freebooters, 2pm

Freebooters ‘A’ v Evergreen ‘A’, 7pm

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Intermediate football champs, Danesfort

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daring Dicksboro

Hands up, Danesfort easily win the high jump award

The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Boro, pipped by a point

Darren Booth, Danesfort, attempts to block Aaron Duggan

Darragh Holohan clears as Robbie Walsh closes in

All Pics: Donal Foley

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