Meath Herald December 2012 by Meath Herald

DEC. 2012

Keep It Kells This Christmas pages 28 - 31

Two Meath Cinemas Turned Down By Board By Louise Walsh

TWO SEPARATE applications for new cinemas in a Meath town have been shot down by planning bosses in the same week. The proposals for a total of 3,347 seat multi-screen cinemas in Navan were refused planning permission by the national appeals board, An Bord Pleanala in recent days. Flix Cinema and Leisure Ltd had hoped to change a warehouse to a ten screen multiplex cinema with 1,464 seats at the Navan Retail Park, just 1.5km outside the town. Tymonview Ltd were also given the red light for their plans for a nine screen cinema with 1,883 seats and 250 space carpark at The Mollies, Abbeylands which is 400m from the town centre. Flix Cinema argued that the purpose of its development was “to address the significant leakage of trade from Navan and other Meath towns” to areas such as Blanchardstown, Mullingar and Drogheda. However

board inspector Stephen Kay raised concerns on the accessibility of the site from the town centre and the potential damage it could have on the existing cinema in the town. Meantime Tymonview in its application stated that because Kells and Trim have no cinemas, the potential catchment population of Navan and surrounding towns is 108,493. “The existing cinema in Navan has six screens and so this total represents only 5.5 screens per 100,000 people, a very low proportion by comparison with provision elsewhere in the country,” it added. However, board inspector Hugh D Morisson ruled that the development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. The refusals for Navan are in stark contrast to Drogheda where plans for two multi-screen cinemas were approved in recent weeks.

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Meath Man On New State Board By Louise Walsh

A MEATH man has been elected onto the new board of ร darรกs na Gaeltachta. Cathal Seoige from Rathcairn is one of eleven members of the board, chaired by Anna Ni Ghallchoir, Director of the Language Centre in the National University of Ireland.

Nominated by Meath Co. Council, he is one of the four members appointed on foot of nominations

by County Councils that have a Gaeltacht area within their jurisdiction. The board was announce by Minister of State at the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Dinny McGinley TD.

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If you love fish or you simply want to make a healthy

food choice for you or your family, you’ll be delighted to hear that Taste Of The Sea has opened on Kennedy

Road Navan . A brand new concept in seafood retailing to Ireland and run by real Irish trawler men. Taste Of The Sea has more than 400 tasty products to choose from brings you the freshest and widest selection

of fresh fish and seafood of any retailer, plus all the ingredients you need to make wonderful dishes for all the family.

Don’t want the hassle of preparing fish? No

problem, at our Navan store we even provide preprepared mixes that can be turned into mouth-watering

meals in minutes. We can guarantee the highest quality, freshest fish and seafood because our fish is either frozen at sea, as soon as it’s caught, or shortly after

landing using IQF ensuring that it reaches your plate

as fresh as when it was caught. So from cod to crab, prawns to perch or turbot to tuna, we have it all.

Buy whole, in fillets or in portions, the choice is

yours and it’s delivered to your plate as fresh as when it was caught. If you fancy a real tasty alternative to

the traditional turkey dinner this Christmas then Taste of The Sea is the plaice to visit.

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Shogun Martial Arts Shogun.ie is a Martial Arts Training Centre and oriental gift shop. Our primary focus is on teaching authentic

What is the Genbukan system of Martial Arts?

Japanese Martial Arts in our traditional Japanese dojo. The head instructor Martin O’Raghaillaigh has been training

Genbukan Martial Arts is a system that has maintained the old ways and has never swayed from the true path of

shop is located in the middle of Navan town in the alley next to the courthouse.

specialist styles known as Ryu/ Ha. There are two main lines of this that are taught side by side. Ninpo and Jujutsu.

beginner to advanced level and welcome new students all the time into our regular beginners class. We learn

defence and weapons. Jujutsu is basically the unarmed way to defend yourself against an armed opponent. It is these

competition as development is based on learning. You will learn to defend yourself, discipline your mind and gain

turbulent history into the most ancient of times. Skills learned enable the person. This allows each student the chance

Martial Arts for over 30 years and has recently set up the centre as the main base in Navan. Our training centre and We run kids and adult classes and have a variety of class times to suit everyone. We run adults classes from

Genbukan Ninpo which is self defence and the reason Martial Arts developed in the first place so there is no a level of fitness and self confidence.

Shogun.ie Martial Arts Centre is the honbu (head dojo) of the Genbukan system of Martial Arts in Ireland. The

head instructor Martin O’Raghaillaigh is a personal student of Grandmaster Shoto Tanemura and holds the rare title

of Kyoshi which is a master level passed on to students that pass a very special test. Currently there are only eight kyoshi in the world that have been tested this way.

Ninpo is basically the study of stealth and incorporates the spiritual aspect of Martial Arts as well as unarmed

styles within the Genbukan school that predates all other Martial arts and traces it’s lineage back through Japans to learn and hone those skills becoming confident capable martial artists.

Our training centre is fully equipped with male and female changing rooms. It is a great place to learn, meet

new people and leave all other problems outside. You are more than welcome to browse around our shop or ask any

questions. Feel free to drop in at any time Tuesday to Saturday. You can also contact us on facebook https://www. facebook.com/Shogunma?ref=tn_tnmn. Email dojo@shogun.ie

Visit our web site www.shogun.ie or simply phone us on 046 907 4530 / 085 880 8265.

Stitching For 21 Years

Navan towns’ oldest and most established alterations company celebrates 21 years of business. Sew n Sews is conveniently located on Cannon Row and can offer a full range of alteration and sewing services at very reasonable rates. Their work is excellent and only the most experienced seamstresses are employed there. Alterations in a Hurry is what they offer and is what you will get, nothing is too much trouble and there

the warrior tradition. The old ways are known as Kobudo and were developed over a very long period of time into

is no extra charge, what you are quoted is what you will pay. There is ample parking available in the large public car park located right beside Sew n Sews. Sew n Sews is a short walk through the tunnel beside Donohoe Electrical bringing you out directly opposite it on Cannon Row. For the month of December there is a special offer for the hemming of Trousers and Jeans at just €7.

Pictured is Bernie of Sew n Sews Navan who this year celebrate 21 Years in Business

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CACI Ultimate Non Surgical Facelift - The A-List secret to younger looking skin Exclusively brought to you by Balance Medi-Spa in Navan & Dublin. CACI Non-Surgical Facelifts have been hailed the world over as the industry’s definitive alternative to Botox. Most excitingly, the CACI Ultimate Facial has recently been introduced to Ireland to great demand. The CACI Ultimate Facial’s plumping, lifting and toning effects are already loved by A-List fans. These ground braking non-surgical anti-ageing treatments are now available exclusively at Balance Medi Spa Navan making that luminous red carpet glow more attainable. As the name suggests it really is this seasons essential aesthetic treatment, using micro current facial techniques to restore and redefine facial muscles, plump out lines and wrinkles and sculpt the cheekbones for a smoother and younger looking complexion. Excellent results are achieved on the following Facial Toning Lines / Wrinkles Smokers Skin / Sagging Skin Eye Bags Skin Hydration Skin Peeling Acne / Blemishes Neck Folds Hand Treatments It’s not surprising that CACI treatments including the CACI Ultimate Facial, have attracted a

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Band Records Album From Two Countries

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Suspect Hunters Spotted In County By Louise Walsh

A MEATH group recently launched their debut album - after recording the GARDAI HAVE issued an alert after ‘hunters’ were noted acting suspiciously in two Meath areas recently. Gardai believe the men material in two different countries. VirtualTrio’s new release ‘Grief Proof were pretending to be hare hunting as they cased nearby properties and potential targets to burgle. Pauper’ was compiled in both Ireland and Australia to where one band member was forced to emigrate in 2010.

Last Wednesday morning five men with eight dogs were stopped as they trespassed on private lands. Later that day in Kilberry,

three men with four dogs were stopped when seen acting suspiciously. According to Meath’s Crime Prevention Officer Sgt Dean

The album contains ten original tracks and was started when three old Kerins: “It is possible but unlikely that hares were the intended target here. The hare is an exempted wild mammal and any person

school friends started jamming in bedrooms, attics and sheds. Band member hunting it with dogs must have a license to do so. Brendan Tuite said: “As we worked through the album, many difficulties

“There is quite likely a more sinister reason for these type of individuals to be on your lands so do not hesitate to contact the

emerged and obstructed us. I mean practical difficulties like emigration, Wildlife Rangers on 046-9093507 or you local garda station if you see anything suspicious,” he concluded. software crashes or mixing and arranging tracks on the M50.

“But the album is actually the sum of all these difficulties. Every obstacle is

an opportunity and every disaster is a new way forward.” The band comprises founding members Brian West (Vocals, Guitars), Brendan Tuite (Guitars,

Keys, Programming), James Jones (Bass) and features the amazing talents of Alan Maguire (Lead Guitar), Riverdance legend Ian McTigue (Drums)

and Mark Neary (consultant extraordinaire). The six contributors to the trio are determined to continue their global collaboration and recording, and they truly are an active “virtual” collective.

Tuite, Jones, West, McTigue and Neary grew up in dunshaughlin. Tuite

and Jones continue to record together in Dunshaughlin, and use new recording technology to work together with West who had to emigrate to Melbourne in 2010.

When the opportunity arises they get together with long-time friends and

amazing talents McTigue, Maguire and Neary to put the finishing touches to their work.

Children’s Art and Photography Exhibition In Scoil Naomh Eoin

Scoil Naomh Eoin, Clonmagadden Vlley, Navan, Co. Meath is hosting a Children’s Art and Photography Exhibition on Tuesday 11th December from 6pm - 8.30pm. We are also hosting a small Christmas Craft fair for local businesses on the night. Local renowned artist Noreen Walsh will open the exhibition on the night. Parents, teachers, pupils and community are all welcome. The children have created their own pieces of work which have been framed and will be displayed. The Parent’s Association are running a photography competition in the school and the winner will be announced. We have stalls from Chislers, Mick Williamson Bakery, Sweet Trees and many more. We will be having a raffle with superb prizes sponsored from The Central, Woodies, Navan Bookshop, O’ Brien’s, Smith’s Supervalu. The teachers have also been working hard on their own art for the Guess the Teacher Competition…by the looks of the entries I think we should leave it to the professionals. The exhibition is being held to fundraise for the school.

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Kells Group Gets Ambulance Gift By Louise Walsh

THE KELLS branch of the Order of Malta recently received a generous donation of an ambulance. The badly-needed vehicle was on show on Wednesday, December 5. The Order of Malta is hoping to raise awareness of the Kells branch and eager to welcome new volunteers to help with their work. They are also actively seeking new bigger premises around the town. The Order was set up in Kells three years ago but members believe their presence is not well-known in the area. Members regularly look after the elderly and organise regular black and white movie nights, bingo and dancing events. They also hold First Aid training courses for anyone interested.Â The information night will take place in the Kells Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resource Centre on Lord Edward Street at 8pm and all are welcome. Further details can be obtained from 086-4089989.

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Mens Shed Now in Dunshaughlin By Louise Walsh

THE MEN’S Shed project has landed in Dunshaughlin - the sixth location of the initiative in the county. The programme provides a dedicated, friendly and welcoming meeting place for men to come together and undertake a variety of mutually agreed activities. Members of the Men’s Shed come from all walks of life but with one thing in common - time on their hands to do something meaningful. Each ‘shed’ decided on their own programme of events and suggestions to date for Dunshaughlin include woodwork, metalwork, restoring artifacts, painting, photography, playing cards, gardening, computer classes and training courses. The project will evolve over time and a number of activities may run simultaneously to meet the needs of all the members. The Men’s Shed project in Dunshaughlin is a joint initiative by Meath Community Form in conjunction with Meath Partnership. The group will meet on a Tuesday morning at 10.30am in Dunshaughlin Community Centre. Everybody is welcome to attend. If you would like further information please contact Kay from Meath Partnership on 046 9280 790.

Locals Help Catch Robbers By Louise Walsh

HAVE-A-GO heroes helped catch two Post Office raiders in Clonalvy last Wednesday morning. Armed with knives, the robbers entered the premises around 10am and threatened staff before escaping with an undisclosed sum of money. However the duo dropped the bag of cash when they were confronted by vigilant residents who came to the aid of staff. The disgruntled thieves then embarked on a crime spree around the area and stole transport from a house to escape. Gardai were helped in their search by the Gardai helicopter and the robbers’ route was quickly reconstructed, again, with the help of

locals around the Clonalvy area. The criminals crashed the stolen car near the village church and fled over the fields where two suspects were eventually apprehended by gardai from Laytown and Ashbourne. Gardai would like to say a huge thank you to all in the Clonalvy community who helped in the capture of the criminals from the moment they entered the Post Office until the time of their arrest. Meantime, gardai are again asking the public to hide valuables in their car after an Australian tourist was robbed while visiting the Hill of Slane. Her handbag, driving licence and phone were taken when her car was broken into.

Top Day For Navan Racecourse The Ladies Day and Ladbrokes Troytown Day on Sunday 25th November was a superb days racing with some

“I suppose you could call that improvising,” said Russell. “My reins got tangled up bypassing the last fence and

exciting finishes on the track. The Ladies Day competition was won by Faith Amond, Carlow. Faith won vouchers

I lost my whip. My hand is in bits - I have bruises all over it.” Tofino Bay swept past long-time leader Glenquest

a worthy winner as a large amount of ladies turned out for competition. All entrants were treated to a glass of

Style, trained by Eddie Harty, picked up strongly but he failed to bridge the diminishing deficit by half a length.

for Navan Town Centre worth €1,000. Manager Pat Mullaney and TV3’s Sybil Mulcahy had a tough job in selecting champagne in the new coffe shop which opened on Sunday. Along with a new childrens indoor activity play area, it makes for a family friendly environment.

NOEL MEADE, whose yard was recently rocked by the death of classy hurdler Go Native, had a little reason

to smile on Sunday when Busty Brown came out on top in the Monksfield Novice Hurdle at Navan. Ridden by Paul Carberry, the Sean Joseph Murphy-owned six-year-old upset the two market leaders after being produced expertly to take the lead at the last. He returned at 5-1 with Seefood second at 5-2 and 9-4 favourite Bonisland back in third.

Meade, who won the Monksfield with Pandorama in 2008 and again with Fully Funded two years ago, was left heartbroken following the death of Go Native, who was put down after breaking a leg while cantering. “It’s a game of ups and downs,” said Meade. “It can tear the heart out of you. That was an unbelievable thing that happened

the other day with Go Native.” Regarding Busty Brown, who is entered in the Grade 1 Navan Novice Hurdle on December 16, Meade added: “This fellow’s improving. He just got touched off at Cork last time and would probably have won in another stride or two.

“I was worried whether he’d go in the ground today. The trip couldn’t be far enough for him - I’d say he’d stay

forever. He just keeps galloping and galloping. He’s settled down and because he’s relaxed he’s improved.” Meade

said he will consider the Grade 1 for his winner. Carberry added: “His jumping was super today. The pace quickened leaving the back straight but I was happy to let them go and I knew I had enough left to follow them. “He hit the front

just before the last, and was a little bit green when he got there, but battled on well and I never thought I would get beaten on the run-in. He’s a nice horse and I would say he’ll definitely have no problem jumping a fence.”

TOFINO BAY dug deep close home to fend off the strong challenge of Like Your Style to land this valuable

contest for trainer Dessie Hughes and jockey Davy Russell, who dropped his whip inside the final furlong. Tofino Bay moved to the front with one fence to jump, but he was forced to work hard by Like Your Style (9-1), who

found plenty for pressure under a never-say-die ride from multiple British champion Tony McCoy. But the line came too soon and Tofino Bay, advised at 10-1 by Pricewise in Sunday’s Racing Post, had enough in reserve under reigning Irish champion Russell to score at 8-1. Russell dropped his whip on the long slog for home and resorted

to encouraging his mount with his right hand. The jockey gave Tofino Bay at least five stern reminders, which ultimately made the crucial difference between victory and defeat.

(10-1) after the final fence (usual second-last fence) before he began to tread water. McCoy’s mount Like Your “He travelled so well through the race but I was keen not to hit the front too early,” said Russell. The Gordon

Elliott-trained Romanesco, sent off 9-2 favourite under Ruby Walsh, looked menacing with two fences to jump but weakened tamely up the home straight.. Glenquest kept on doggedly to take third ahead of Jadanli (25-1). According

the winning trainer, next year’s John Smith’s Grand National at Aintree is not on Tofino Bay’s agenda. Hughes said: “It’s his first season chasing and I think that would be too big of an ask. Perhaps next season we might look at it for him but not this one. We’ll try pick up another nice handicap somewhere with him now.”

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Housing Plans Lodged For Co.

Out & About In Beggy’s Bar Navan

By Louise Walsh

PLANS FOR a multi-million euro housing development for Dunshaughlin has been lodged with Meath Co. Council. Castlethorn Construction are behind the proposals for 160 new dwellings in two distinct residential character areas at Roestown, Cooksland and Readstown. The ambitious plans, lodged on November 14 also incorporate a single-storey creche and 326 carparking spaces. Meantime, Jacinta Sheerin has received the go-ahead by planners for an equestrian holiday

centre at Brownstown, Kilcloon. The facility will comprise of twelve stables within two new buildings, an exercise ring and four detached holiday cottages for lease on a short-term basis. Staying on a sporting theme, Meath Co. Council has also given the green card for a new baseball field in the disused Ashbourne pitch and putt club. The field will have two dugouts, home base bleachers and seating, changing rooms and other works.

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas at TMC Car Sales, Acadmey Street, Navan with their Christmas Truck ready to roll

Gardai Use Facebook To Combat Local Crime By Louise Walsh

With Christmas fast approaching I am sure a lot of us are running around trying to find that perfect

present! This year seems to be the year of the internet

tablet. There are many different types on the market with prices going from €99 to north of €500.

The other Christmas present reliable is the mobile

phone! This year the operators seems to have dropped the prices of a lot of handsets earlier this year, so there is most definitely value to be had. At the time of going

to print the Nokia Lumia is selling in Meteor for a jaw dropping price of 149 Euro, which is certainly a lot of phone for the money.

There are also a lot of accessories available this

year, perfect as stocking fillers! I am delighted to announce that The Phone Doctor will be opening its

doors on 7 Market Square on the 7th of December!

GARDAI HAVE hit Facebook, where a crime

public comments, sharing information on local

in Meath just over a year ago has attracted over

Sgt Kerins says that since the free service was

people. The social media page which was set up 2,700 fans to date.

Managed by the Meath Crime Prevention

Officer Sgt Dean Kerins, the page promotes and advises on security to both the private and

Within the shop we will have a large range of

business community.

carrying out mobile phone repairs and an unlocking

the county and warns residents of any car thefts

So, who do you know that needs a phone repair

also includes advice on the establishment of

accessories and phone covers, we will also be service.

or is looking for the special gift this Christmas time?

Check out our new shop at 7 Market Square, Navan or visit us on www.thephonedoctor.ie

The free service has received a number of

prevention page now has a weekly reach of 40,000

It provides up-to-date crime news around

or suspicious activity in their areas. The page

crime and various incidents.

started, Meath residents have become more interactive and have helped gardai in solving or thwarting many felonies.

The crime prevention measures have gone one

step further in recent months and 450 businesses

are now receiving regular email alerts with advice and security tips on keeping thieves out.

In the run up to Christmas the businesses will

Community Alert groups and the use of group

also be notified if there are any reports of known

their area.

suspicious activity which occurred nearby.

web texts to combat robberies and break-ins in

shop-lifters in the area or of any burglaries or

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Turnabout - Formally Known As A Mick McCarthy Memorial Trust Raise €20,115 for local St. Vincent de Paul Three Point Turn! By Lorne Devine - Lornas School Of Motoring Tel: 087 228 8060 E: devine.lorna@gmail.com www.lornasschoolofmotoring.com

The turnabout is what was formally known as the “three point turn”. It was renamed, as it is no longer a requirement, for the manoeuvre, to be completed in “three points”. The turnabout is one of the manoeuvres required on your practical driving test. It requires the “learner” to turn the car on the road, using the forward and reverse gears. This manoeuvre is useful for turning, when there are no side roads or gateways available. During your driving test, you will be directed to pull in to the left in a parked position. Give due way to other road users, at all times, and do not block an entrance or driveway. To begin the manoeuvre. Do not forget G.S.O.H! (Gear.Signal.Observation. Handbrake). Put the car in first gear, signal right to indicate your intention to move out. Begin your observation. Look over your left shoulder, left wing mirror and windscreen, then right wing mirror, finishing with your right shoulder. This enables a full 360 degree view of potential hazards. Release your handbrake. Slowly move forward in first gear steering briskly in a clockwise motion, towards the kerb, on the other side of the road, (your aim is to get the vehicle at a right angle across the road). As you pass the centre of the road give a quick look left and right. As you approach the kerb steer the opposite direction (anti-clockwise) in order to straighten the wheels. Declutch and use the footbrake to stop. Be careful not to hit the kerb. Apply the handbrake. (It is not a requirement but I would recommend it, especially if the road slopes). At this stage you introduce the rule G.S.O.H (Gear. Signal.Observation.Handbrake). Select reverse gear. There is no need to signal as the reverse light on your car is sufficient. Begin your observation. Release the handbrake. Reverse slowly while steering quickly (anti-clockwise) and again have a quick look left and right as you pass the centre

of the road. Look out the back window and glance left and right halfway between both kerbs, but remember you must look out your back window the vast majority of the time while you are reversing. The Examiner expects to see you looking primarily in the direction in which the car is moving. Again you may apply the handbrake, which is optional. Now you are stopped utilise the rule G.S.O.H (Gear. Signal.Observation.Handbrake). Slowly move forward in first gear steering briskly in a clockwise direction. Straighten up on the left hand side of the road. Follow the tester’s instructions. He may ask you to keep driving or to pull in on the left again. Try and do it in three points, but, it does not have to be completed in three. However, if it is safe do so, do it in three. If your vehicle overhangs the kerb at any point, ensure that there are no hazards e.g. trees or lamp posts that you could possibly collide with. Tips for the “perfect” turnabout • All around observation is essential throughout the maneuver. • If you see a hazard, stop and give way. If an on coming vehicle stops for you, mid way through your turn, DO NOT panic, just continue on! • Multitask. Each time you stop, look around at the same time as putting the car in gear and signaling. The turnabout should be done promptly and efficiently. • You must be comfortable moving the car forward and back at a very slow speed, using clutch control. It’s quite likely you may not have to lift the clutch fully at all on your turnabout. Remember there is no such motion as “Coasting” when in First gear or Reverse gear.

Happy and safe motoring to all! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Following the sudden death of Mick McCarthy

very generous donation of €5000. In November Alan

the support of his wife Susan came together to form a

the New York City Marathon and despite all the odds

in December 2009, a group of his close friends , with fundraising committee to keep Mick’s memory alive and to raise money for charity.

Each year the Mick McCarthy trust committee

nominate a different charity and this year’s chosen charity was the the local Vincent de Paul. Throughout the past three months we have run a series of successful events

including, annual golf classic, poker classic, a ladies pamper evening and a fundraising social in New York.

The third annual golf event took place in Headfort

Golf Club in September and 60 golfers took park on the

day with Joe Morris taking home the Mick McCarthy perpetual cup. Many thanks to Paul Duffy for his help in

Clancy and Vincent Duff travelled to New York to run

and cancellation of the marathon due to hurricane Sandy,

our dedicated participants completed 26.2 mile run in

Central Park accompanied by 20,000 other participants who wished to complete the run and received their official medals. Congratulations and well done to Alan and Vincent. Following the run a fundraising event and

night of celebration and remembrance was hosted by

Frank Motherway and Dean McCarthy in Cask bar in

Manhattan. A big thanks to our many friends and family

in the U.S.A in particular our main American contributors Andrew Breslin and Frank Motherway.

And finally a very big thanks to all our sponsors,

the organisation of this event. Sincere thanks to Teresa

committee and friends who helped make this a very

Olivia Duff for hosting a very enjoyable ladies evening in

delighted to present the Vincent de Paul with a cheque for

Allan for running a very successful poker classic and to the Headfort Arms Hotel.

Thanks also to Alan Clancy of Dawson 37 for his

successful fundraiser.The committee members were

€20,115 in these difficult economic times when people are desperately in need of help.

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Pestle & Mortar is a very unique shop located in Johsntown Shopping Centre. Opened in August

2008, the shop is owned by Siobhan Moore and Colm Brady. Pestle & Mortar is your one stop shop for

all your gift needs and they cater for Wedding, Engagement, New Home, Baby & Teachers gifts and of course Christmas gift ideas are plentiful at this time of the year.

They are stockists of Tipperary Crystal, Galway Crystal, Belleek Pottery, Yankee Candles to name

but a few. Pestle & Mortar have hampers which can be made to order and offer complimentary gift wrapping service. An added bonus of shopping in Pestle & Mortar is the free parking while you shop

as there is ample free parking at Johnstown Shopping Centre. Pestle & Mortar offers a unique shopping

experience with friendly service. If you like to shop in an atmosphere of relaxing music, beautiful aromas and great service call in to see what is on offer.

Pestle & Mortar is the place to go for high quality products at affordable prices and they are open 7

days per week from now to Christmas. You will not be stuck for Christmas gift ideas because inside is a virtual treasure trove of Christmas stock. Why not pamper yourself with their range of aromatherapy

products and also decorate your home for Christmas - dress your Christmas dinner table with Christmas ceramics and accessories.

If you fancy getting into the festive spirit then Pestle & Mortar in Johnstown Shopping Centre

definitely is the place to go.

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THE BOGEY BOYS TO PLAY TWO MORE NAVAN GIGS BEGGY’S 19th & 20th DECEMBER 2012 BAND HAD U2 AS THEIR SUPPORT IN 1980! The Bogey Boys are back in town after three awesome gigs in the Navan area this summer. Swan Lane in the Ardboyne was the setting for an epic night on 4th May when the band attracted a huge crowd to their first gig home since they played Claremont Stadium in 1982! Two more memorable gigs followed at Tara na Rí on 26th May and Rock D’ Lough,Gormalough, on 27th August. Lead guitarist, Jimmy Smyth, is widely regarded as the best in Ireland and once turned down the opportunity to join Thin Lizzy! Jimmy was Musical Director for Van Morrison in 2002 and plays guitar on Gilbert O’Sullivan’s British tours.He has also performed at the Grammy Awards in 1988 and 1996.Jimmy’s brother,Tony, is an awesome drummer and also plays with local bands Deep Six and The McGarry Brothers, while bass player Doish Nagle is renowned for playing and touring alongside Phil Lynott, in Lynott’s solo tours and also with Grand Slam, the band that replaced Thin Lizzy in 1984 . Beggy’s is the place to be on the 19th and 20th December for The Bogey Boys with support from the amazing Donal Kirk and introducing a brand new talent in Ruby Smyth. Tickets on sale from Beggy’s €10.

DONAL KIRK

(EX-THE BUSINESS & BRIAN DOWNEY’S THE SWAMP)

Donal Kirk

RUBY SMYTH

“IS A STAR IN THE MAKING” - Shay Healy

Donal Kirk is one of the most repected musicians on the Dublin rock scene with his own band,The Donal

Kirk Band featuring Jimmy Smyth, Paul Byrne and the drummer from The Corrs, Jason Duffy.

Omeath born Donal, first came to prominence as an

outstanding lead vocalist with top Dublin blues band,

The Business in 1990. The Waterboys’ Mike Scott

often shows up at Donal’s gigs in Dublin and frquently joins him on stage . The Business at one stage featured

ex-Thin Lizzy drummer, Brian Downey,who went on to form The Swamp with Pat Courtney , John Costello and Donal in the early 90s.

Donal is really looking forward to doing his own

acoustic set on both nights in Beggy’s.

Ruby Smyth who will support The Bogey Boys in Beggy’s Bar in Navan on 19th & 20th December

Ruby Smyth will no doubt feel at home when she plays her first gig in Navan as she opens for her dad (Jimmy Smyth) and his legendary band The Bogey Boys. Ruby spent many of her earlier years visiting her many relations in Navan and is “thrilled” to be playing her first gig in the town. Ruby has made a big impression already in her two gigs recently, opening for Frances Black at The Mermaid Theatre in Bray and at Shay Healy’s comeback gig in The Sugar Club in Dublin.Her own composition “ Red Velvet” is an impressive debut and can be found on You Tube. Ruby attends Malahide Community School and is still only 16! Her first public performance came only last year when she was chosen for the lead role in the school’s musical “Zombie Prom”. Both of her parents have obviously had a huge influence on Ruby’s interest in music with her mother, Jenny Newman, lead vocalist with Toy with Rhythm in the 80s and a backing vocalist for stars such as Elton John and of course her dad, Jimmy, renowned as the lead guitarist with the Bogey Boys, Gilbert O Sullivan and Musical Director for no less a man than Van Morrison!

JAMROCKS IN BEGGY’S A HUGE SUCCESS Jamrocks at Beggy’s on Thursday nights has proven to be a massive success since the intiative was begun by local musican Declan Smyth (The Furry Gilberts) and barowner Stephen Beggy back in Sept 2011. More than 100 bands from as far away as Letterkenny , Mullingar, Dublin,Wexford , Waterford and Warrenpoint, have joined many new Meath bands to play Jamrocks on Thursdays throughout the year . Declan explains “One of the main reasons for its popularity is that the venue provides all the equipment needed for a band to play- full guitar and bass amps, sound system, sound engineer and drum kit, so any band or musicians are welcome to take part. Stephen Beggy adds “Jamrocks has proven to be an outstanding success. We’ve also hosted well known bands like Sircles(ex-The Blizzards) and The Ourz from Balbriggan but it’s really a stepping stone for many local bands with the quality overall being really top class ”.Plans are in place for a Band Competition to begin in mid-January with prizes of €1000 worth of recording time,€500 cash and €500 voucher for musical equipment. Entry fee is €50 and only for bands playing original material.

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‘Keep It Kells’ This Christmas! Kells & District Chamber of Commerce is reminding people to Keep It Kells this festive season and to shop locally and support local businesses – and help retain jobs. To help raise awareness of the

campaign, Kells Chamber has invited the local schools to join in promoting and growing the Keep It Kells campaign this Christmas period.

Our Keep It Kells campaign runs throughout the year and we have an active FaceBook page where

we promote local events, charities, sporting groups and businesses and generally encourage people to shop, eat out, do business and support our community in every way.

“In these difficult economic times a strong and vibrant local economy is most important; many

parents depend on this for their jobs and income, as will many of the students when they leave school,” says Chamber President John V. Farrelly.

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Kells Chamber is providing two wonderful prizes to help encourage students to support our campaign! A Draw for €100 in Kells Shopping Vouchers for one lucky student and win a party for a class in The Courtyard in The Headfort Arms Hotel.

To enter the €100 draw, students will need to keep shopping receipts from either their or their

parents’ shopping in Kells and the surrounding district. They need to clearly write their name, school and class number on the back. Each participating class can collect the receipts in a box and then Kells

Chamber will collect all the boxes on the final day of school and then pick out a name. The winner will receive €100 in Kells Shopping Vouchers, which can be spent in most outlets in Kells.

To be in with a chance to win the party for their class in The Courtyard in The Headfort Arms Hotel

– with finger food and soft drinks for up to 30 students – we are leaving this up to each school and class, but here are a few creative ideas:

• Design a Keep It Kells poster

• Write an press release for a local paper

• Film or record an audio advertisement on the importance of shopping locally • Have a photographic competition showcasing the best of shopping in Kells • Or come up with a unique idea yourselves on how to Keep It Kells!

Submit your entries by the last day of school before Christmas and one lucky student and their class could be enjoying a post-Christmas party in January!

Kells Chamber of Commerce is also asking local employers and consumers to consider buy-

ing Kells Shopping Vouchers this year. To date, we have sold over €100,000 of these vouchers – all of which has been money that has been kept in Kells. For employers: some of the reasons why you might consider giving the Kells Shopping Vouchers to your staff include:

• Current tax laws allow employers give up to €250 as a non-cash, tax-free bonus to staff each

year, which makes a gift of a voucher of more real monetary value than a cash bonus that will be taxed.

• Recipients have a wide choice where to spend the Vouchers – Kells Chamber has opened the scheme up to all retailers in the Kells District

• Vouchers have a 2 year validity period

• You will be helping Kells business people in keeping trade local

• Some staff just come to the Kells area for their jobs; encouraging them to shop here will foster a greater affinity with the town and by extension greater job satisfaction

• Environmental benefits of encouraging staff to ‘Shop Local’ rather than driving to larger towns and shopping centres

• Ease of use for employers (you can fax or email your order form to Kells Chamber)

• Special Offers may be available throughout the year to bearers of Vouchers; the Chamber will notify employers who have purchased Vouchers for their staff of any offers or discounts

Kells Shopping Vouchers are available from the following outlets:

• Kells Chamber of Commerce • O’Brien’s Supervalu • Kells Credit Union

• Centra Bective Square

To Advertise 087 316 7013 / 087 606 4930 or email: paul@meathherald.com In other news, Kells Chamber is currently hosting a series of informal networking events, which

are a great way to meet people and learn about different businesses in the town and district. Next up,

it’s the turn of Jack’s Porterhouse Restaurant & Bar on the Athboy Road. The evening kicks off at 8pm on Thursday December 6th and visitors will have the chance to sample food and hear about the

venue’s exciting Christmas music and event line-up. There will also be a traditional Irish music session. Admission is free.

Kells & District Chamber also helped faciliate the collection of money towards funding this year’s

Christmas lights, as well as organising an electrical contractor to put them up. This year’s turning on of

the lights and Santa’s Visit To Town will take place on the afternoon of Saturday December 8th on Farrell Street. Our sincere thanks to all of the local businesses and people who contributed generously to our mass and other collections towards the Christmas lights this year. Your support is much appreciated. Further Information

Kells Chamber Office – Phone 046 9240055 or email: info@kellschamber.ie Keep It Kells on Facebook: www.facebook.com/KeepItKells

Kells Chamber on Facebook: www.facebook.com/KellsChamberOfCommerce

Let’s all Keep It Kells this Festive Period!

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Meath Clubs and Schools Play At Half Time Of Drogheda Utd. Games Kids Also Meet Players Before Each Game All Pics Courtesy Of Thos Caffrey (DUFC)

Gaelscoil na Ríthe Dunshaughlin before game with Shamrock Rovers in March

Gavin Brennan signs jerseys for Duleek players

Gaelscoil na Ríthe Dunshaughlin with Drogheda players before 2-1 win over Sligo Rovers in October

Laytown U-9s pictured with Drogheda Utd Assistant Manager Robbie Horgan

Navan Cosmos U-11s

Navan Cosmos U-13s with Drogheda Utd players

Action from Gaelscoil na Ríthe’s game

Donacarney Celtic (Bettystown) U-8s

Parkvilla FC(Navan) U-12s

Parkvilla U-8s pictured with Drogheda Utd

Stamullen Soccer Sisters

Trim Celtic girls meet the Drogheda Utd players before their 3-1 victory over Shelbourne

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Special Offer Buy Whey Protein Complex 100% and get 250g Creatine Monohydrate Powder FREE!

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Peugeot 208 Is Leader Of The Pack The new and economical Peugeot 208 takes pride of place as segment leader for low CO2 emissions, ahead of

its many rivals. The only model in the small car B1 segment out of a total of 29 models to deliver both petrol and diesel models at sub-100g of CO2, the new 208 offers up to 3.8 litres / 100km (74MPG) and emissions as low as 87g/CO2.

Des Cannon, Peugeot Sales & Marketing Director said, “With Budget 2013 approaching, it is widely expected

that motorists will pay more VRT and annual road tax in the New Year when purchasing their new car. The new Peugeot 208 is the only model in the B segment that delivers both petrol and diesel models at the new sub-100g CO2 benchmark. With VRT and road tax linked to CO2 emissions, the new 208 is uniquely placed to incur minimal increases in Budget 2013.”

The new 208, destined to become a star-seller for Peugeot like its predecessor 206 and 207 models, is now

available to order at Peugeot dealerships nationwide. Retailing from €14,495 plus delivery related charges, standard equipment across the range for Ireland includes a full size spare wheel, ESP and cruise control + speed limiter.

Sales of new 208 in Europe have reached a strong 137,600 units since it was launched in April. The 208 hatchback

range will be followed by a GTi version next spring and a compact crossover model, the 2008, by summer 2013.

Pictured are Noel Horan and Kasha Redzinska of TMC Car Sales, Navan following the sale of the new Skoda Rapid.

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Movember At The Central, Navan

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