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A Piece of Family History Comes Home to Strabane A lost piece of World War history has been returned to the family of its owner in Strabane, after many years in the hands of a collector in Athlone.

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The First World War Victory Medal belonged to Private John Diver, who served with the Connacht Rangers during the war, and resided locally at 49 Townsend Street, Strabane.

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The Herald met up with Billy and his nephew Tommy Diver to view the prestigious piece of family history, now back in its rightful place.

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A Piece of Family History Comes Home to Strabane A lost piece of World War history has been returned to the family of its owner in Strabane, after many years in the hands of a collector in Athlone. The First World War Victory Medal belonged to Private John Diver, who served with the Connacht Rangers during the war, and resided locally at 49 Townsend Street, Strabane.

With communication established by the Strabane Herald between Dennis McMonagle, who was in possession of the medal, and relatives of Private Diver, the precious piece of family history has been passed on to the Private’s oldest living nephew, Billy Diver.

The Herald met up with Billy and his nephew Tommy Diver to view the prestigious piece of family history, now back in its rightful place.

“The whole thing came about when Dennis McMonagle contacted the Strabane Herald,” Tommy recalled.

“He was looking for anyone who may be a relation of Private John Diver, who served with the Connacht Rangers during the First World War and who lived in 49 Townsend Street.

Someone who knows my wife, Audra, mentioned it to her because we have a son called John and guessed that there may be some link. I got back from work that day and she told me all about it. I always remembered my father and my granny and granda always chatting about Johnny Diver, who would’ve been my granda’s

brother, and how he came home after being wounded during the First World War. So automatically I thought it must be him, even though I didn’t know he lived in Townsend Street.”

Speaking to the Diver family, Mr McMonagle explained that he purchased the medal at a fair many years ago. It was only with the recent developments in sourcing family history that have become available on the Internet that he was able to trace the history and ownership of the medal.

“The name and army number is on the edge of the medal, so he was able check online records. Obviously lots of records have since been lost because of fires and so forth, but fortunately he was able to locate the owner of the medal to right here in Strabane, right down to his address and the fact that he had a sister called Annie, because she had written a letter to the war office enquiring about him after he was wounded.

From there, I was able to tell Dennis that Annie was the wife of my granda Tommy. That was all he needed and

Tommy Diver holding the medal and is pictured with Billy Diver, the eldest of Private JohnDiver’s living newphew.

he posted the medal up to Stra- “It was a big surprised indeed, and bane that night,” explained Tommy. interesting that it happened just as the First World War is in the news It was then decided that the medal again with the Gallipoli centenary should be given to Billy, the eldest services,” he said. of his living nephews. A wellknown local angler and previous As for Private John Diver, he outdoor retailer, Billy is delighted to returned to Strabane and have the medal back in the family. Townsend Street after being

wounded in 1917 and lived to the age of 94. Billy informed us that he passed away in Omagh hospital.

However, almost a century after he was first given his First World War Victory Medal, and after taking a little trip to itself, it is now back home with the family, and with the family it is going to stay.

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Spring Activity Programme Started Monday 27th April 2015

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Tuesday Time

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Newlife launches County Tyrone appeal to change children’s lives – just like Matthew The family of Strabane boy Matthew Gallagher are backing the launch of an appeal to provide specialist equipment for children with disabilities in County Tyrone.

His mum Claire is so pleased with the specialist car seat that enables her seven-year-old son to travel safely that she is urging local people to help change the lives of other local children.

Newlife Foundation for Disabled Children has helped 33 families in County Tyrone through equipment grants and loans totalling £28,806, so we know there is a very real county need.

come challenges. For instance, you could help a child be discharged from hospital, take their first steps or kick a football with their friends.

You can help Newlife help more children like Matthew who was provided with a specialist car seat that improves the whole family’s safety and meets essential care needs.

Together we can really change the lives of children with disability and terminal illness – supporting them to experience and enjoy life and all that we take for granted.

That’s why Newlife – the largest charity funder of specialist equipment for children with disabilities and terminal illness in the UK – is launching the Newlife County Tyrone Fund – www.newlifecharity.co.uk/tyrone.

Statutory services in County Tyrone often have a responsibility to make It is an opportunity for local people to equipment provision – but when help help local disabled children and every is declined, Newlife steps in. The charpenny donated or fundraised in Co ity challenges many such decisions and Tyrone is guaranteed to support families has an impressive success rate. However, in the county. where we are unable to overturn these decisions, we provide the equipment ourselves through our range of grant and loan services. We do this with the support of front-line health professionals In this way we aim to help more children, across County Tyrone who have helped more quickly. Special disability equip- Newlife help local children in real need. ment including wheelchairs, walkers, beds, seating and communication aids The Newlife County Tyrone Fund will can help give children independence, support equipment provision for underkeep them safe, relieve pain and over- 19s facing any significant disability,

Help More Local Children

whether acquired through birth defect, prematurity, accident or illness.

Vitally, the County Tyrone Fund website – www.newlifecharity.co.uk/tyrone – will enable local people to find out who needs help in their county right now and highlight the support the charity gives vulnerable families. It includes contact details for the Newlife County Liaison Team – telephone number 01543 431 444 or email local@newlifecharity.co.uk – and shows specific ways people can help support children with disability and terminal illness and their families.

That might involve taking part in a local sporting challenge, give you information on how to organise a fundraising event – or even ask you to donate £5 today!

Volunteers are also needed to help raise awareness of what we do and how we do it.

We hope that by launching the Newlife County Tyrone Fund, children with disabilities or terminal illness in the county won’t have to go without the equipment they need for everyday life.

Newlife Foundation supports families in County Tyrone through a range of free services: • Nurse-staffed helpline • Equipment grants • Emergency equipment loans • Sensory and developmental toy ‘pod’ loans.

New equipment like Matthew’s is needed New equipment for her son Matthew has made the world of difference to Matthew’s mum Claire Gallagher.

Matthew had outgrown his High Street purchased car seat and needed a larger one with a five point harness for the correct postural support and to make sure he is safe whilst travelling.

The seven–year-old needs anti-epileptic therapy and emergency medication for prolonged seizure activity.

He needs assistance with all aspects of his activities of daily living.

Matthew is non verbal and is not walking, so it was almost impossible for his parents or carers out of the car much easier - it is speto get him into a car seat designed cific for his needs. for a toddler. Funding was not avail- “Processing the grant was very able for the larger seat until Newlife easy and the nurses were lovely and became involved funding the £960 helpful. equipment that allows Matthew to “It is a horrible thing telling everyget in and out of the car more easily one this but with his old seat we and travel in safety. were often guilty of banging his “The new car seat is fantastic for knees, it was much more difficult to Matthew,” said Claire. “He can get get him in and out comfortably.”

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Entertaining night of local verse!

25TH-28TH JUNE 2015

Curator, Chris McLaughlin opens the evening.

C A S T L E D E R G

Margaret Gibbons recites her ode to the ‘Tinnies’.

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

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Thursday 25th June OPENING CONCERT Martin Connolly and Eileen O’Brien Accompanied by Geraldine Cotter 8:30pm St. Patrick’s Hall - Entry £10

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• Traditional Quiz 8pm – 10.30pm

Friday 26th June Fleadh Opening includes: • Arts and cultural event commencing - 7pm • All Ireland Champions: Knockmore Ceili Band - 8.30pm – 10pm • Street and pub sessions - 10pm – late • Fior Ceili with ‘The Ardmore’ Ceili band in St. Patrick’s Hall 10pm – 1pm

Florence Forbes considers a life in politics.

Niall McGrath on the wonders of the onion.

The Alley Theatre in Strabane hosted its very first open mic poetry night on Friday, April 17. It proved to be a resounding success with a great turnout and an impressive gathering of local voices contributing.

fantastic, entertaining and engaging mix of selfpenned verse, covering a wide spectrum of themes and styles. The readers on the night were: Marie Costello, Lynne Mary-Lou, Gertrude Flynn, Niall McGrath, David Braziel, Florence Forbes, Margaret Giblen, Caroline Hoey, Gemma Hill, Tommy Canning, Sheila Hill, Katie McLaughlin and Paul Butterfield Jnr. The Alley is also delighted to confirm that Chris has arranged a series of further poetry nights, which he will be running over the next six months.

More details on these events will appear on the Alley’s Facebook page soon.

Curator on the night was Chris McLaughlin, who did a great job connecting and interacting with everyone, making sure that everything flowed successfully. He also treated the audience to a recitals from his own impressive canon of poetry.

The open mics readers on the night provided a

Saturday 27th June • Competitions in St. Patrick’s Primary School - 10am – 4pm • Youth session in the diamond - 4.30pm – 5.30pm • Fleadh Mass in St. Patrick’s Church - 6.00pm • Sets Ceili with ‘The Long Note’ Ceili band 10pm – 1pm • Street and pub sessions 5.30pm – late • Traditional Singing session 9pm – 12pm

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SPRING EVENTS AT THE ALLEY Legends of American Country

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Revolution Cycling Choose from a variety of classes to suit your fitness level, whether you are a complete beginner or a regular cyclist we have a class to suit you!

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It’s A Family Affair Fresh from their hugely successful shows last year celebrating 25 years since the release of their debut album, ‘Songs For The Tempted’, Newry band The 4 Of Us have kept that momentum going by touring well into 2015. They have also completed a brand new album, ‘Sugar Island’, which will be released later in the year. A taster from the album, ‘Birdseye View’, is currently doing healthy rounds on the Irish airwaves.

The heart, soul and pulse of The 4 Of Us remains brothers Brendan and Declan Murphy, and they will give the Strabane audience a taste of their forthcoming album and a rich selection of classics such as ‘Mary’, ‘Washington Down’ and ‘She Hits Me’ when the duo return to the Alley Theatre on Saturday, May 23 for a special acoustic set.

the band dynamic. Declan and I have been playing together since before we even started a band, so for us its second nature, and that’s an advantage and the Strabane show will very much focus on the dynamic that Declan and I have. We always joke that shows like tonight (Vicar Street) it’s The 4 Of Us and for other shows it’s 2 Guys, 2 Guitars,” he laughed.

When the ‘Herald’ caught up with lead singer, Brendan, he was in Dublin getting ready for the band’s show in Vicar Street that night. It was to be a special gig, where half the set would feature the original line-up of the band.

The irony of being called The 4 Of Us when there can be more or less than four on the stage has not been lost on Brendan. In fact, it has caused some comical moments down the years.

“We’ve just put ‘Birdseye View’ out to radio, so we thought we’d keep the ball rolling and do lots of shows introducing people to some new material as well as the older stuff. The Strabane show will just be me and Declan, so that’s a different, more intimate dynamic that always works well,” explained Brendan.

“It can bring a few minor challenges in some places we play,” he told us. “I remember Declan and I playing in Germany and some of the audience didn’t understand why we were called The 4 Of Us when only having two people on stage. Some people booking tickets to see us via Ticketmaster had some problems too. They would ring up and say, “two tickets for The 4 Of Us,” and the booker at the other end, who hadn’t heard of us, would reply, “surely you mean four tickets for four of you?” It can get complicated at times, but it’s funny.”

Sibling rivalry within bands has been well documented. The Kinks, Dire Straits, UB40 and Oasis are just a handful of acts where brotherly love has been challenged. So how has it been for the Murphy brothers?

Recently, Daily Mirror NI held an online poll to try and find the “Well, I’d say we get on better all-time top 50 Northern Irish than the Gallagher brothers do, songs. ‘Mary’, which was a big put it that way,” Brendan joked. hit off ‘Songs For The Tempted’, “We’re a bit more passive aggres- came in at number 24; a feat that sive when we’re having a disa- Brendan wasn’t even aware of, greement. Instead of a punch-up until we told him! during rehearsals I might just make the one cup of tea for “You’re joking? I honestly had myself instead of the two. We’re no idea!” replied a genuinely brothers, so we do have our shocked Brendan. “For a song moments, but we’re a bit more that’s 26 years of age people ask civilised about it compared to the if we ever get tired of playing it.

Gallaghers, or even the Everly When you start out as a songBrothers, who didn’t get on par- writer, your dream is to write a ticularly well at times, I believe.” song that will stand the test of time. So it speaks for itself that people considered voting for Chemistry it; that’s amazing. I guess time Forever the optimist, Brendan has been good to it because we prefers to look on the positive didn’t lay too much on there; it’s aspects of being in a band with just a catchy tune with a couple a brother. “People tend to look of acoustic guitars and touch of at the downsides but there are strings. There’s nothing there to many upsides: one being the really confine it to a decade and chemistry that family can bring to it’s been good to us.”

Newry band ‘The 4 of us’ who will be playing an acoustic set at the Alley Theatre in Strabane on the 23rd May.

“We’re a bit more passive aggressive when we’re having a disagreement.

Instead of a punch-up during rehearsals I might just make the one cup of tea for myself instead of the two. We’re brothers, so we do have our moments, but we’re a bit more civilised about it compared to the Gallaghers, or even the Everly Brothers, who didn’t get on particularly well at times, I believe.

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‘Mary’ continues to be a live favourite and was even used in an episode of the first series of Sky One comedy ‘Moone Boy’. “It was the episode where the local ladies of Boyle were campaigning for Mary Robinson and her charge for the Irish Presidency, appropriately enough,” Brendan laughed. “We get calls all the time for ‘Mary’ to be used in television and films. We own the publishing so it’s good every way you look at it. When Declan and I play it acoustically, like we will in Strabane, that’s just how it was written, with Declan and I sitting in a room with two acoustic guitars trying to write something that would be fully realised with just those two instruments.

It wasn’t ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, where it needed developed and had different sections. The way we demoed it is the way it sounded on the record. We had a lot of big production tracks on that record, like ‘Drag My Bad Name Down’, so it was a bit of a shock to us that ‘Mary’ would be the song that would make the difference.”

After 25 years, The 4 Of Us have fans that have followed them right from those early days, and have picked up new fans along the way. Meeting the younger fans can be a stark realisation for the band as to how long they’ve been making records.

second time The 4 Of Us have performed in the venue; having been one of the first acts to play there when it opened in 2007. The two-piece shows, Brendan believes, cut to the core as to what The Four of Us are about.

“We did a Christmas show in Cork last year and a young fella came up to me; he looked about 23. He said he was a big fan of the music, loved the gig and added that he was involved in music himself. As it turned out he directed that amazing video for Hozier’s ‘Take Me To Church’. I was well chuffed but was curious as to how he first heard of us. He pointed to this grey haired guy that looked late 40s, early 50s and said, “ah sure my da has been playing you since I was a toddler!”” Brendan laughed. “So we’re getting people who have been with us down the years and younger listeners who have picked up the records from their parents as well, so it’s great and a bit of a shock at the same time,” he added.

The show in the Alley will be the

“It really works when it’s me and Declan. Our songs are written acoustically, especially after we started again with the ‘Classified Personal’ album in 1999. It’s been a great journey so far, and we’re really excited about the new record. It has a lot of songs about growing up in Newry in the ’70s, including ‘Birdseye View’, which about looking at the town from Courtney Hill in Newry when you were a kid,” he concluded.

So, over a quarter of a century in and The 4 Of Us are as excited and as motivated as they were in 1989.

Like their songs, the Murphy brothers have stood the test of time, with a lot to look forward to and offer their fans of all ages. They’re on a roll so catch them if you can, no matter how many are on the stage!

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In the coming weeks, while other parties are seeking to prop up either the Tories or Labour and their policies of cuts for narrow political agendas, Sinn Féin will be relentless in seeking the best deal for all our people.

We have achieved more in direct negotiations with the British government than other parties have in decades on the back benches at Westminster.

It was at the St Andrews Agreement that Sinn Féin put the demand for the A5 dual carriageway to top of the political agenda and secured the financial commitments from both governments to jointly fund this essential infrastructure project for West Tyrone and the wider north west region.

It was at the Hillsborough Talks Agreement and in subsequent direct negotiations with the MoD that Sinn Fein secured the transfer of the entire Lisanelly/St Lucia base in Omagh to the Department of Education explicitly for use as a new state of the art multi-school educational campus on which work has now commenced.

The political pressure to deliver the new Cancer Radiotherapy Unit at Altnagelvin did not come about because any the MPs based in the Westminster Parliament but through a sustained national campaign and direct negotiation by Sinn Fein with the British and Irish governments and Assembly Executive level.

It was not by sitting at Westminster but at the Stormont House negotiations we once again demonstrated that it is possible to take an effective stand against the Tory assault and to deliver for the people. We successfully negotiated a significantly enhanced package of welfare protections for some of the most vulnerable people within our society while the other participant parties were prepared to accept less. These agreements must now be delivered.

STAND UP TOGETHER AGAINST AUSTERITY This election is an opportunity to take a further stand against the Westminster politics of austerity and for a vision of a united, prosperous, equal and inclusive Ireland.

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The A5 road is a hugely important infrastructure project that will provide much-needed jobs for this region.

Pat Doherty signalled his intent to ensure the A5 was placed at the top of the political agenda in May 2006 when he brought together MPs, MLAs, TDs and Councillors from Donegal, Tyrone, Derry, Fermanagh, Monaghan, Louth and Meath to officially launch a co-ordinated all-Ireland party campaign on the issue and has subsequently ensured the issue has remained centre stage of the political agenda.

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STANDING UP FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES Pat consulted closely with farmers and the wider rural community to ensure a fair and effective CAP reform package for West Tyrone.

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Spring Programme of Events at the Alley Discover your spring/summer with a great range of new events at the Alley Theatre.

the Alley on Thursday 15th May. This production originally toured in September and October 2014 and is back out on the road due to the demand from venues and audiences, not least because of Launching the Summer Programme of events was the stirring physical performances of its two young the former Chairman of Strabane District Council actors Patrick McBrearty and Stefan Dunbar who Dan Kelly, sponsor of the Alley Theatre Trevor between them play over thirty characters.

Mealiff from Caffé Fresco and some of the cast and composer David Oliver from this summer’s smash hit musical ‘Gutz.’

The Summer Programme which is OUT NOW is packed with a variety of music, drama, comedy, entertainment and exhibitions from May to August.

With performances in the main auditorium, (seated and cabaret style) and in the Alley Bar there is something for everyone this spring/summer.

Ireland’s No. 1 Country Tribute Show Comes to the Alley The Legends of American Country Show is now firmly established as Irelands No.1 Country Music Tribute show featuring the music of 8 of the biggest names on the American scene including Garth Brooks, Randy Travis, Dolly Parton , Tammy Wynette, Merle Haggard , Alan Jackson, Buck Owens and Johhny Cash. The show will include 4 well known vocalists in Evan O Donnell, Joe Moore , Rod and Tracey Mc Auley who between them have a wealth of experience and glittering careers than span over 30 years.

Each singer will perform a string of Hits from the featured artist and complete with authentic costume changes and in the company of a live 6 piece band that will include some of Irelands top musicians. To add the finishing touches to what will be a great show that has sold out several theatres on the tour there will be a specially designed stage set to create the atmosphere and give the audience that real American Experience.

Children’s Theatre with Puss in Boots

Under the clear guidance of director David Grant these two showcase their own individual talents while giving life and strength to Pat McCabe’s writing in a production which rewards its audience with an emotionally charged theatre experience.

Little surprise then that it has met with spontaneous standing ovations at all its performances to date. Pat McCabe is one of Ireland’s most daringly original writers. Frank Pig Says Hello is the stage version of his highly acclaimed novel The Butcher Boy which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize. Set in 1960s rural Ireland, it is a poignant and provocative journey into the heart and mind of Francie Brady, a young man driven beyond the boundaries of his mental and emotional health.

A Night For Rachel Join us for this very special night, as young talent from all over the North West come together for a gala concert all in aid for ‘Rachel’ An amazing line up of performers will include: Carrai Diver, Claire McCallan, Shonagh Forbes, Eve Belle, Chloe Wilders, Gary Elliot, Tommy Callaghan, Conal Donnelly, Lauren Bird, Gary Fitzpatrick, Amy Gardiner and Adam Dolan.

Come out and enjoy a wonderful evening and support ‘A Night for Rachel’.

Musical Theatre Open Mic Presented by BlackAir Theatre Group Join some of the best talent from across the North West in Strabane’s first musical theatre cabaret evening. Singing songs from the favourite classics such as ‘Clamity Jane’ and ‘Oklahoma’ and more recent hits such as ‘Ghost the Musical’, ‘Catch Me If You Can’ and many, many more- these performers will be accompanied by our live house band.

An action pact evening of singlong tunes and stunning performances.

Lyngo Theatre Company newest production Puss in Boots comes this May featuring Cbeebies Patrick Lynch.

Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life on our incredible sloping stage by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies. With smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts come and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers!

An Evening with Brendan and Declan Murphy from the 4 of Us

THE 4 OF US bring their critically acclaimed show to The Palace Theatre, showcasDrama with Frank Pig Says Hello acoustic ing songs from their brand new album, as well as songs from their extensive back catalogue. From An Grianán Theatre, Letterkenny, are back out on their first anthem MARY - still a radio favourtour with Pat McCabe’s Frank Pig Says Hello at ite, through to the UK-charting SHE HITS ME,

to SUNLIGHT - the band has notched up over two decades of radio hits and six top 20 charting albums. Don’t miss this rare chance to catch them live.

Paul Casey Songwriter, guitarist and singer Paul Casey is one to watch out for. He’s constantly in demand, performing for enthusiastic fans. Paul’s songwriting, guitar playing and distinctive voice are set to cause quite a stir on both sides of the Atlantic. With his latest album, ‘Somebody I’m Not’, he has raised the bar yet again with a collection of stunning new tracks showcasing masterful production and songwriting. Casey has performed on the same bill with artists such as Van Morrison, the John Butler Trio and Damien Rice. A tireless worker, a prolific songwriter and an engaging performer, Paul Casey is a musician for fans of real music.

The Rocky Monster Show

Tuesday 16th – Thursday 18th June After their last big hit in the Alley Theatre two years ago with ‘The Pirates of the Curry Bean’ St. Mary’s PS are delighted to return to the Alley with ‘The Rocky Monster Show’ by Malcolm Sircom.

Directed by Alan Haslett the show is a bizarre, anarchic and very funny, rock ‘n’ roll musical. It is a riotous mix of the Addams Family,Young Frankenstein and Phantom of the Opera, with Rebecca and TheRocky Horror Show thrown in for good measure.

Mini Comedy Fringe Festival – Badly Cut Fringe Saturday 20th June

June Events: Gutz

Thursday 11th – Saturday 13th June The Alley Theatre proudly presents the amazing and brand new musical ‘Gutz’ from composer David Oliver featuring a star studded cast, phenomenal 10 piece live band and an extensive chorus.

Casey (Kit) Carson is a strong, fiercely independent, highly intelligent and very attractive 23 year old from Boise, Idaho. As she works within the ranks of Davis Power Inc, she ambitiously envisages an eventual position within New York City’s business elite.

In the cosmopolitan hotbed of a 21st century city, where success sees no colour or gender, Casey has left her quaint hometown at just the right time - or has she?

‘Gutz’ is an explosive, highly charged musical exploration of the seductive, hedonistic and deceptive nature of life in a metropolis, where the surface of ‘progress’ and ‘yes we can’ idealism hides the harsh reality that the more things change the more they stay the same. The themes of love, harassment, infidelity and personal struggle intertwine to reveal a story reflective of the times we now live in.

This promises to be an explosion of dance, drama & music.

Alley Summer Open Day As part of Summer Jamm on 13th June the Alley will be letting you backstage!!! Ever wondered how a theatre works or wanted to know exactly what is involved to make a production come to life?

We are throwing open our doors and inviting you to step behind the scenes, giving you the opportunity to access all areas of the Alley Theatre. Throughout the day there will be paintshops, costume, wigs and make-up workshops plus our technical team will all be hard at work, showing you exactly how our theatre operates behind the scenes.

This will be a packed day of activities and events for all ages indoor and outdoor. Come along meet the team and take part in lots of FREE hands-on theatre-themed fun.

One great night of comedy featuring three exclusive brand new shows from some of Northern Ireland’s hottest new stand ups. It’s a mini fringe festival all in one night!

Comedian & writer PETER E DAVIDSON presents his first full length stand up show ‘Belongingings.’ Peter has previously written for BBC NI, Radio Ulster, Radio 4 and Radio 4 extra as well as being a member of cult Northern Ireland comedy troupe ‘Love the Concept.’ Acerbic regular MC of Masons Comedy Club Derry, Craic Attack allIreland finalist and 2013 Comedian of Culture BOBBY BEST returns with his second full length show ‘Critical Condition.’

And the brilliant TERRY McHUGH, (Ed fringe 2013, 2014 and Micky Bartlett tour support) previews his amazing new set ‘STAND UP BY ME.’ A joyous night of top notch new comedy! Catch them now before they’re huge... either through success or being morbidly obese... either one.

Encore the Classics

Thursday 25th – Saturday 27th June Encore PAA return to The Alley with their annual end of year showcase! Encore : The Classics will showcase the very best in acting, singing and dance from the students attending Encore’s Strabane and letterkenny studios. Come along and watch what the students have been working hard towards this year! Prepare to be transported through classic eras with beautiful costumes and performance! Scenes and songs from classic musicals and decades will delight young and old alike! Will you rediscover your love for that old time classic song or character?! Come along and find out! The perfect start to the summer holidays for all the family!

For more information and to book tickets contact the Alley Theatre Box Office on 028 71 384444 or online www.alley-theatre.com

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Claire & Shannon are Strabane’s Young Slimmers of the Year!

Slimmers Claire Beattie and Shannon Gibson are celebrating after losing at total of 5st 5lbs between them in just 8 months and being named Strabane’s top young slimmers.

21-year-old Claire and 16-year-old Shannon were voted Young Slimmers of the Year 2015 by their fellow members at the Strabane Slimming World group, held at Murphy’s on the Green which they attend every week. Now, as well as looking fab they are both feeling fitter and healthier.

The competition celebrates Slimming World’s younger members, recognising 16 to 21 year olds who’ve transformed their lives by adopting healthier eating habits and getting active. More and more people are becoming overweight, with around two in three adults and 15 per cent of young people in the UK now classed as overweight or obese.

Research shows that overweight teenagers are likely to continue to struggle with their weight as adults and develop weight-related conditions including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol*. So Claire and Shannon’s weight loss and healthy lifestyle isn’t just great for their health now but for their future wellbeing too.

Unhappy Life was very different for Claire and Shannon just 8 months ago. They were both unhappy with their size, and this had an effect on their confidence. Then in August last year they both joined their local Slimming World group. Shannon joined

friends – of all ages – so I love going Claire has also become much more confident after to group and seeing everyone every losing an incredible 3st 2 1/2lb and now enjoys week now.” cooking, she says “I will be off to university soon and I am determined to keep the weight off, The girls began following Slimming there will be no student takeaways for me! The World’s Food Optimising healthy new skills I have learnt in the kitchen will see me eating plan, which encourages slim- through my studies in a healthy, happy way and I mers to fill up on healthy foods and am sure I will be cooking for my friends too!” make small changes to the way they shop, cook and eat that make a big Sharron McCormick, who runs the group, says: difference to their waistline, like “Everyone in the group is so proud of Claire and swapping white bread for whole- Shannon. They are a huge inspiration. They have meal or fast food burgers for home- learned healthy habits that will stay with them for made. Claire says: “The eating plan life so worrying about their weight is definitely a was very different from what I’d thing of the past. Obesity in young people is such expected. I thought losing weight a huge problem and it affects how they feel about meant not eating very much or cut- themselves as well as their physical health. Now ting out all of your favourite foods Claire and Shannon have the skills to make healthbut it wasn’t like that. Thanks to talk- ier choices and they are much more confident too. ing to other members in group and I hope they will inspire other young people by sharing ideas, I’ve learned a lot about showing them that there’s no better time to take food and can cook quite a few reci- control of their weight than right now.” pes for myself from scratch now so Shannon Gibson Claire Beattie I’m not reliant on microwave ready Everyone from the age of 11 upwards are welcome with her grandmother Frances and they began their meals or junk food anymore.” at any of our warm and friendly Slimming World transformation. Shannon says: groups and young people aged 11-15 can attend “I was so unhappy with my weight and was really Shannon has blossomed since losing an amazing for free when they’re accompanied by a parent or nervous the first time I went to the group, but 2st 2 1/2lb. She says: “I love being able to wear guardian and have the approval of their GP. It’s a everyone made me feel really welcome and now I the same clothes as my friends and enjoy going out great way for the whole family to feel healthier. look forward to going every week’. with them more now I’ve lost weight. I’ve got so For more information visit www.slimmingworld. much more energy, I walk everywhere and I have com Claire agrees, ‘I felt embarrassed and thought taken up running and also core training. I used to everyone would look at me. I couldn’t have been feel self-conscious about doing anything physical *Evidence taken from Public Health: Health risks of more wrong though, everyone was really friendly like that in public but I don’t anymore – I’m just child obesity: http://www.noo.org.uk/NOO_about_obeand made me feel relaxed. I’ve made lots of like everyone else!” sity/obesity_and_health/health_risk_child

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Royal Opera House costume Design winner Michelle McGonagle, is joined by Colin McKeown (right), NI Regional Manager with Irish Design 2015, and (from left) Sheila O’Brien, NWRC Curriculum Manager, and Mary Harrigan, NWRC Course Co-ordinator, and Basil Dalton, Head of School for Media, Multimedia and Art Basil Dalton.

A fashion student from Strabane has scooped a major design prize for her costume inspired by the Royal Opera House production of Madama Butterfly. Michelle McGonagle is a HND Fashion & Textile student at North West Regional College’s (NWRC) Strand Road Campus, and is the second student from the College to win this prestigious accolade – Limavady student Carla Heron picked it up last year.

To win the award two years in a row in quite an achievement given that National Skills Academies from across the UK took part in the Design Challenge. From 455 entries at 16 colleges, 48 finalists were selected to be exhibited in the Crush Room, Paul Hamlyn Hall, including Michelle and two students from the Limavady Campus.

The challenge required the students to focus on Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier’s production of Puccini’s poignant opera, Madama Butterfly. The Competition now in its fifth year, gives students from Creative and Cultural Skills Academy Colleges an exclusive opportunity to test and develop their marketing, production and design skills. This year the design challenge has grew to include new partnerships, and digital elements. Students this year have both worked alongside peers in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, tackling the challenge of a production that has the eastern and western cultures meeting on the same stage.

The exhibition contained work from Amersham and Wycombe, Barking & Dagenham College, Belfast Metropolitan College, Cardiff & Vale College, Gateshead College, Grimsby Institute, Havering College, Kensington & Chelsea College, Leeds City College, LeSoCo, North Hertfordshire College, North West Regional College, South Essex College, Stoke-on-Trent College and Sussex Downs College.

Royal Opera House Costume Design winner and current NWRC student Michelle McGonagle proudly displays her award and winning designs in the company of Colin McKeown, NI Regional Manager with Irish Design 2015.

finalist in the marketing section of the competition. As a winner Michelle will have the chance to attend a tailor-made behind the scenes experience at the Royal Opera House that relates to their specialism. This is a fantastic opportunity to visit the backstage areas of the theatre and meet top professionals in their field.

Head of School for Media, Multimedia and the Arts, Basil Dalton congratulated Michelle on her success. “We are very proud of Michelle, and her peers who reached the final stages of this competition. For our College to retain the top costume design award for a second consecutive year is testament to the talent of our students, and to the high standard of teaching within our team. We are thrilled to Finalist see Michelle’s stunning work recognised in Michelle’s fellow NWRC Strand Rd campus this way, and we are sure this will be the first colleague Kristaina Stankyte was also a of many accolades in her fashion career.”

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Wonderful Vietnam Some time ago I visited Vietnam.

I wanted a taste of eastern culture so I browsed holiday brochures to see what was on offer. I looked at China and Thailand however something lured me to give Vietnam a go and I am so glad I did.

The flight took me from Dublin to Abu Dhabi and then to Singapore. That took some 7 hours. I then flew from Singapore to Hanoi in Northern Vietnam. The weather in Hanoi was good however much chillier than I had anticipated so I found myself with the ‘wrong clothes’ as I was expecting it to be hotter than it was. Hanoi is fascinating, extremely busy and everyone in the city seems to ride a motorbike or scooter. The hustle, bustle and noise of everyday life in Hanoi is something else. Whilst there I visited the usual tourist sites including the infamous ‘Hanoi Hilton where American prisoners were kept during what the Vietnamese call the ‘American war’ in Vietnam.

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Vietnam for about 100 years and they too left their mark. This mixture of cultures has created a unique cuisine and eating out in Hanoi is a real treat. The Vietnamese pride in creating beautiful meals with fresh ingredients, exotic fruits and of course the lotus flower.

This national symbol is grown in water and its seeds are served with most meals in season and are quite delicious.

After Hanoi I visited Halong Bay which translates as ‘where the dragon descends to the sea’ and legend claims a great dragon from the mountains came down and created its many islands as it’s flashing tail gouged out valleys and crevasses which filled with water leaving many large pinnacles seemingly rising from the sea. Here you can find communities of people permanently living and rearing families in small boats and it makes you wonder how on earth such an existence is possible.

I travelled then to more beautiful places namely Da Nang which is half way between The ‘Hanoi Hilton’ Prison.

Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An, once Chinese culture has had a great influence in a major port and now a delightful place with Vietnam as I learned China ruled the country grand architecture and beguiling river setfor some 1000 years. The French also ruled tings.

From there I reached Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon, which some people call it and noticed a difference in what the natives thought of their great leader. It seemed to me that the hero of northern Vietnam was not just so popular in the south however few expressed such sentiments in public.

The war has left a great mark in Vietnam as it was bombed for some 20 years. The Viet Cong in places such as Cu Chi resorted to living in small underground tunnels and these too are a sight to see. They survived there from during the French occupation until the Americans discovered them in the early 1970s some 30 years later. It is quite amazing the resilience of human beings.

All in all Vietnam is a great place to visit and the people are friendly and helpful. The food is first class however spirits and imported wine tend to be really expensive so if you need to drink stick to local beers which are very reasonably priced indeed.

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TOP CLASS ENTERTAINMENT AT THE BALOR ARTS CENTRE

Packed programme for May at the Balor!

May is a programme packed with theatre, music and comedy at The Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey.

There’s a new play from Martin Lynch – author of classics such as The History Of The Troubles According To My Da and George Best, Dancing shoes. In music, two artists included in Rolling Stone Magazines list of ’21 country artists you have to see’ are Balor bound along with Irish blues supremo Bon Baker.

And there’s laughs aplenty with Irish comedy legend Jason Byrne and hotly tipped up and comer Ross Browne.

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Wednesday May 6th & Thursday May 7th Royal & Prior present

Disney’s High School Musical Students from the Royal & Prior Raphoe present the smash hit musical!

Troy Bolton and Gabriella Montez come from two different worlds. He’s a basketball God, she’s a female Einstein. Yet, when they meet on New Year’s Eve at a ski resort they instantly click. However, their friends don’t approve of their new friendship and try to separate them.

Can Troy and Gabriela convert their friends to a more open minded way of thinking? Will young love conquer all?

Saturday May 16th

Don Baker (Ireland) Arguably the greatest acoustic harmonica player in the world Don Baker is rightly regarded as one of Irish music’s leading lights over the last 35 years. H While he enjoys a solid reputation as a singer, guitarist and songwriter it is Don’s harmonica playing which elevates him into the elite, rated by many as the greatest acoustic harmonica player in the world.

With the harmonica influences of blues legends Sonny Boy Williamson and Sonny Terry and guitar playing inspired by Missippi John Hurt and Robert Johnson a night with the Don Baker Band is one truly steeped in the blues.

Monday May 18th

Daniel Romano (Canada)

The King Of ‘Mosey’ - Daniel Romano is a songwriter who delivers mosey croonin’ and hard luck storytelling. So, what exactly is ‘Mosey’?

As Daniel explains: “: “Mosey is a study in Tuesday May 12th contrasts. There’s glitz and grit, reveling and My English Tongue, My Irish Heart wallowing, wretchedness and showmanship.

A major new work from the writer of The History Of Mosey music’s pioneers The Troubles According To My Da & George Best wore their battered hearts on sequined sleeves from – Dancing shoes Bakersfield to Galveston”.

Gary and Susan While references to marquee names like Willie are young, eduNelson, Waylon Jennings and Merle Haggard are cated and Irish. apparent in Romano’s music, the obvious influences When they can’t certainly don’t demystify his talent. Romano works settle in Irewith equal part authenticity and creativity, and his land, they take musical world is rich with archetypes and arch the momentous rivals, wry observations and earnest confessions. decision to emigrate to England.

Saturday May 23rd What ghosts will they meet along the way and where will their jourThe Golden Years Of Country Music ney really take them?

My English Tongue, My Irish Heart takes us on an emotional and psychological journey, in which Gary and Susan’s story of love, loss and change is crisscrossed by the stories of those who have gone before them, from lawyers and labourers to pickpockets, politicians and professional street preachers.

The Golden Years of Country Music is a show dedicated to those Singers and Songwriters who defined an era in Country Music never to be surpassed.

Featuring Jimmy Hendry & his fantastic 7 piece band it’s 2 ½ hours of song after song and hit after hit in this, the most authentic country show of it’s kind.

Telling the story of Irish emigration to England through the generations, Lynch’s highly innovative play, which boasts a top-notch cast, explodes in a fast-paced, promenade production featuring great songs, dance and Lynch’s trademark humour. You will meet some of the greatest characters ever to catch the Holyhead boat or a Ryanair flight. Oh, did we mention that audience members can take an active part in the play?

Saturday May 30th

JP Harris & The Tough Choices (US) Quality purveyors of pure country music In a world where prefixes have been added to the term ‘Country’ JP Harris sticks to the old-fashioned sounds of a music that has influenced four generations of songwriters.

He released his all-original debut ‘I’ll Keep Calling’ in May 2012. Shortly after it’s release, without the aid of publicists or a large label’s bankroll, it won “Best Country Album of 2012″ from The Nashville Scene, the same honour at the Independent Music Awards, and, in JP’s own words “a whole mess of other stuff in the papers and on the internet.”

He comes to The Balor with his 5 piece band The Tough Choices – local Nashville players who have spent thousands of miles with JP on the road.

If you like your country music pure, unadorned and unapologetic this is the gig for you.

Sunday May 10th

Jason Byrne – There’s A Grand Stretch In The Evenings

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Friday May 29th

Ross Browne – Professional idiot Live Come see one of the best emerging stand up comedians in the country.

Ross Browne’s star has been on the rise of late. He is one of the stars of RTE 2’s hit hidden camera show The Fear – playing the roles of Jimmy, Bad Bouncer, Sergeant Major and Dolf. He also won many new fans with his performance on national TV in the RTE New Comedy Awards.

His razor sharp material and high energy delivery mixed with on the money impressions and painfully true stories have cemented his status as one of Ireland’s most promising new stand ups in recent years. His Professional Idiot Tour is your introduction to this top class comedian as Ross brings his hilarious show all over the country on his first UK and Ireland tour.

The Star of BBC’s ‘Live At The Apollo’ and TV3’s ‘Jason Byrne’s Snaptastic Show’ performs a handful of intimate shows to get everyone in the mood for the holliers!

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Barry & Caroline celebrate their engagement at Kork’s Wine Bar with Friends

The extended Devine family squeeze in for a photo as the celebrations get underway for Barry and Caroline’s party.

Pete, John, Colleen, Nicky, Daniel, Maureen and Barney partying with Caroline.

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David Oliver has made his mark as musician in his own right over recent years. Never one to rest on his laurels, the Strabane man has been engrossed in his latest project for over a year now: the writing and arranging of a musical. An upbeat, refreshingly modern musical, ‘Gutz’, based in New York City, follows the highs and lows of graduate interns as they dare to dream and make it big in the ‘Big Apple’.

The production features a 10 piece live band and will include a series of new David Oliver compositions, plus numerous tracks from his back catalogue.

Speaking to the ‘Herald’ in between rehearsals, David revealed that he is no stranger to working in musicals, and it was that experience that inspired him to work on his own.

“Working in musicals gave me a good idea about what I wanted to present, and, perhaps more importantly, what I didn’t want to present. A lot of shows can be very patronising to young people, particularly females and I wanted to avoid that. The characters here are very strong and I wanted to do something far removed from the skirt-twirling love struck musical cliché,” he explained.

In the show, Casey (Kit) Carson is a strong, fiercely independent, highly intelligent and very attractive 23 yearold from Boise, Idaho. As she works within the ranks of Davis Power Inc, she ambitiously envisages an eventual position within New York City’s busi-

ness elite. In the cosmopolitan hotbed of a 21st century city, where success sees no colour or gender, Casey has left her quaint hometown at just the right time - or has she?

“A lot of modern day issues come to the fore: issues that many would think were resigned to the past, like gender inequality. The female characters are quite strong and I wanted to get across that sense of empowerment but also wanted to highlight the pitfalls and the nitty gritty world that’s out there in the competitive world. A lot of young people face that world when they step out of school or university. Life is not all sunshine and roses and I think it lets people realise that very quickly. So, while the show is based in the ‘Big Apple’, there is still a lot for the audience to identify with,” stressed David.

Gender themes aside, there is the issue of the music and ‘Gutz’ promises to be an explosion of dance, drama and music. “I weaved the story around a number of songs I have already writ-

ten and I also wrote some new pieces of music.

I guess you could say it’s what you would call a ‘jukebox musical’ like ‘Mama Mia’ or ‘We Will Rock You’, which were created around existing material.

Rehearsals have been going very well and I think we have created a very strong, energy charged piece of work that’s going to have people well entertained,” predicted David.

So, get ready for ‘Gutz’, which will feature well known David Oliver penned songs such as ‘Chasing Rainbows’, ‘No Alibi’, ‘I’ll be Your Man’, ‘American Dreams’ and loads more. The shows take place in the Alley Theatre over three nights: June 11, 12 and 13. There will be cabaret style seating with the show starting at 7.30pm. Admission is from £7.50, so book early to avoid disappointment.

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Sightseeing Top Tips Largely undamaged during World War 11, Prague’s historic architecture has stood the test of time.

Prague’s compact Medieval centre remains a fantastic mixture of cobbled lanes, walled courtyards, cathedrals and church spires all in the shadow of the majestic 9th century castle Prague is split into several districts; Hradcany (castle) area is home to the biggest ancient castle in the world, towering above the city offering beautiful views of the areas below. Mala Strana (Lesser Town) is located across the Vltava River from the city centre and offers beautiful streets and churches.

For an affordable riverside dinner, go for a paddle-boat picnic. Float down the River Vltava while the sun is setting, with a picnic dinner and a glass of wine.

Getting Around Sightseeing by foot is easy in Prague; but public transport is readily available, including three metro lines, and numerous bus and tram lines.

uments, notably the fames Astronomical Clock (Orloj). Nove Mesto;s (New Town) main attraction is Wenceslas Square, a rectangular commercial square with many stalls, shops and restaurants, as well as the city’s National Museum. Josefov (Jewish Town) is a historic Jewish ghetto, interesting for its well preserved synagogues.

Shopping

If you are looking for souvenir shops, you will find them mostly around Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square and Prague Castle. There are many other shops offering Bohemian Crystal – especially in the centre ear the lower end of Wenceslas Square.

There are several large shopping malls in Prague, famous shopping arcades include “Cerna ruze” Connected to Mala Strana by the Charles Bridge, and “Palac Myslbek” “Panzska” street goes from Stare Mesto (Old Town) is the historic centre and Old Town Square towards the river and is home to includes numerous historic buildings and mon- some of the most luxurious boutiques in Prague.

One key thing to note if you are staying outside of the city centre is that public transport buses do not In December, the square host Christmas Markets enter the historic districts (to prevent air and noise selling a mix of arts, craft, food, drink and mem- pollution). You must transfer to a cleaner and quiorabilia making them a great place to pick up an eter electric-powered tram or to the metro before reaching these areas. unique souvenir.

Food and Drink Pubs are found throughout Prague and are an important part of the local culture. After a few pints of the local beer you may want to try some cold smoked mackerel or raw beef on deep fried toast – pub grub here is pretty unique! Street vendors selling Czech style hot dogs and mulled wine readily available in the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square in New Town In recent years Prague has revolutionised its culinary scene. Two restaurants in Prague now hold a coveted Michelin star. For a table with a view, head to Kamp0a Park, a gourmet seafood restaurant overlooking Charles Bridge.

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After two years of asking what life is like for our local sons and daughters who have traveled further afield, the Strabane Herald now looks a bit closer to home to see what life is like for our young people living in and around Strabane.

This month we speak to local singer, Claire McCallan.

Where did you grow up?

A fond childhood memory?

Hard to pick one because I honestly had the best childhood ever. Growing up with my four brothers was growing up with my four best friends. And I’m very lucky to be able to say we’re best friends to this day. But I’d have to say every Christmas morning as a kid was amazing.

Probably a massively generic answer but it was always class in our house. Waking up around half 5/ 6 o’clock in the morning and going downstairs together, with the youngest always getting to open the living room door. Always makes me smile thinking about it.

A favourite film and why?

‘Withnail and I’. It’s like oxygen for me. For something to be so hilarious and witty but be so poignant and beautiful is amazing. There are so many quotable lines. Richard E. Grant is com-

Something about Sion that you miss?

I’m barely out of the place to miss it but when I’m away I always miss my family. We’re really close. And the more we fight like cat and dog the more I couldn’t be without them. Even Davy Goose. Torture.

Favourite food?

Pickled Onion Monster Munch.

Who or what makes you laugh?

Doesn’t matter how many times I’ve seen an episode, Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’. Best British comedy ever in my opinion. Also, the ‘American Office’. Dwight Schrute is a legend.

Something you’d love to see happen locally in the future?

I’d love to see more opportunities for the arts.

People from creative backgrounds often have to move away to achieve their goals. Northern Ireland in general doesn’t cater for the arts very well. It’s always the first thing to suffer, which is sad. This country is full of serious talent.

An ideal night out?

A Favourite holiday destination?

I visited Dubrovnik in Croatia in 2010: unbelievable place. It looked like something from a Bond movie. We sat in a wee bar on the edge of a cliff overlooking the sea almost every night watching shooting stars. Pure heaven.

That’s massively rare in Northern Ireland. I’m so proud of that fact. We all grew up together with no bones about who was who or who went where. I’m really grateful for that.

Magnetic Fields, Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Bowie, Joy Division, Pixies, Ryan Adams, Pearl Jam, The Shins, Ben Folds Five, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Elton John, The Kinks, Fleetwood Mac, The Cure.. endless list there. My all time favourite is Nick Drake though.

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Musician, Claire McCallan pletely teetotal and the director, Bruce Robinson got him drunk once just so he could see what it was like in order for him to play a convincing drunk person. Unreal performance and a superb soundtrack as well. The final scene kills me every time. I could talk forever about this film.

Favourite kind of music?

The Velvet Underground, Stone Roses, The

Sitting around a table with beers, talking movies and quoting absolutely everything with my friends.

An ideal night in?

Watching movies, playing Mortal Kombat or Mario Kart or playing the ukulele, with a nice cuppa tae. Always need tae. My needs are simple and few.

Someone who makes you proud to be from here?

Again, my family. I have the soundest Mum and Dad and brothers ever. I’m so lucky to be from a family of talented, intelligent and insanely witty people. Love them all to pieces.

Something you love about Sion?

The fact that it’s very much a 50/50 community.

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Did E.T. Kill Atari? A New Documentary Digs Up The Past The amazing advances in video games and the culture that surrounds them Was his Atari game so bad? As he might say himare well documented in recent years. As our streets grow quieter and quieter self, “Ouch!” Make your own mind up and check on a Saturday afternoon, with barely a football kicked on a street corner; the out ‘Atari: Game Over’ on Netflix now. interactive, near lifelike simulation of contemporary video games takes priority over most outdoor endeavours for a generation. last year, with those involved hoping to exhume thousands of dumped copies of Atari’s E.T. video game, the whole event was captured on camera for the documentary, directed by Zak Penn, and it is now available to view online on Netflix.

The film documents not only the particulars of the E.T. game situation, but also talks about the video game industry at the time, and the business deals and thinking that set in motion the first big video game industry crash. That landfill — which contained hundreds of thousands of copies of the E.T. game — is a giant symbol for a set of factors that led to the crash.

Gaming culture was at its infancy when this generation’s parents were kids but, if affordable, they, too, were engrossed in the games of their time. The video game industry really took hold in the mid-1970s and generated millions until the early 1980s. And yet it all seemed to go wrong, and one little plant loving alien who just wanted to go home seemingly took the blame.

‘Atari: Game Over’ is the Xbox Originals documentary that chronicles the fall of the Atari Corporation through the lens of one of the biggest mysteries of all time, dubbed “The Great Video Game Burial of 1983.” As the story goes, the Atari Corporation, faced with an overwhelmingly negative response to “E.T.,” the video game for the Atari 2600, disposed of hundreds of thousands of unsold game cartridges by burying them in the small town of Alamogordo, New Mexico.

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Infantalisation It’s symbolism doesn’t stop there. A modern condition that seems to be developing into an epidemic among adults is infantalisation, where they long for and embrace signifiers of their childhood.

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Exhuming hundreds of thousands of unsold game cartridges that were secretly buried in 1983 is literally the physical manifestation of digging up the past. Is it so wrong? Not really. But what about the little guy who just wanted to go home?

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The show’s 10 episode second season picks up from the season one finale, which saw Pied Piper win TechCrunch’s Disrupt Battlefield, with a $50,000 cheque paving the way for further investment and business opportunities for the fledgling tech startup. Of course, that’s nothing compared to the money all the venture capital firms are offering them now that they’re the hottest start-up in town.

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the Nerds Staying in the world of Geekdom, the second season of HBO’s comedy series ‘Silicon Valley’ is now underway on Sky Atlantic on Monday nights at 10pm. It follows Richard, an introverted computer programmer living in the Hacker Hostel start-up incubator along with his best friend, Big Head, pompous Gilfoyle and dry-witted Dinesh .

These social misfits live under the watch of Erlich, a self-satisfied dotcom millionaire who lets them stay in his house for free – as long as he gets a ten percent stake in their projects.

The comedy series was created by Mike Judge and Alec Berg and stars Thomas Middleditch, T.J. Miller, Zach Woods, Martin Starr, Kumail Nanjiani, Amanda Crew, Josh Brener, Jimmy O.

But it won’t be a smooth ride for the gang as Gavin Belson (Matt Ross) and his tech giant Hooli are intent on squashing Pied Piper straight out of the gate. As head of Pied Piper, Richard tends to vomit when nervous so expect loads of heaving in this series!

Off-screen, the team behind the Mike Judge-created show faced challenges of its own. Among them: dealing with death of cast member Christopher Evan Welch, who sadly passed away in late December 2013, after battling lung cancer.

Welch portrayed oddball techie billionaire Peter Gregory and despite only appearing in a handful of episodes before his death, Welch emerged as one of the most compelling reasons to watch, brilliantly capturing the eccentricities of a visionary investor. Despite these obstacles, HBO has just announced that ‘Silicon Valley’ has been renewed for a third series, so thankfully we’ve not seen the last of what has been deemed ‘Entourage for Nerds’.

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This SPORTING Life

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Strabane’s Paul Gallagher, currently living and coaching soccer in North Carolina. Striving to be a professional sportsperson can be an intense, head spinning endeavour. It can have a major impact on the lives of the young men and women chasing their dreams. This month Paul looks back on his own experiences as he aimed for that ultimate goal for many a young lad: to become a professional footballer.

Why I didn’t Make it

Paul Gallagher with his partner.

“You’re not good enough, you won’t make it, just go home.” These were some of the thoughts I would have on a daily basis during my time at Cardiff City Football Club.

Growing up I was always a confident person in life and in sports. Not to be too boastful, but I was quick, athletic, used both feet and had an eye for goal. I played on some great Sion Swifts teams, Tyrone Milk Cup teams and represented my country on numerous occasions.

At 15, a scout told me I was the best striker in Northern Ireland. I had everything going for me and at 16 I was ready to make my dreams come true and become a professional soccer player. But then something happened: my head got in the way.

I see it a lot with professional players nowadays and none other than Fernando Torres springs to mind. People hammer him for the downfall he has had since his departure from Liverpool, but here’s the thing, until you’ve been in those shoes it’s hard to be judge.

Professional sports are tough. When I say tough, some of you are thinking, “Yeah but they make millions”, and yes you are right. But on the human level whether you are rich or you are poor, when your mind is in a negative place the playing field is levelled, and no amount of money can change that. In sports, some people are cut out to mentally

handle the ups and downs and there are others are not. When things are not going well on the pitch Paul playing for Northern Ireland. these players tend to crumble and it’s easy to see.

One pass goes astray, the doubt sets in, you lose the ated some of the stress. But like any young kid I ball again and the cycle continues because you are didn’t want to let anyone down. I didn’t want to now solely focused on the negativity. disappoint my family, my friends and the people who had helped me get there. In saying that, none Now I’m not saying myself and Fernando Torres of them put any pressure on me to succeed it was are on the same level, what I’m saying is that all self manifested to a point where I didn’t want to everyone who has played a sport and been in that play soccer anymore. I would find excuses not to situation can relate to it. I look back on that time play and at one point I thought about quitting. I’m now and wish I had of been comfortable enough glad I didn’t. to just let someone know that it was getting to me. Maybe I could have fixed it, maybe I couldn’t Eventually I knew I wasn’t going to make it in have, but sharing it would have definitely allevi- England but the chance to play in America arose

and I jumped at it. I have always loved America and what better an opportunity than to play soccer and earn a degree at the same time. But again the doubts set in. Would I be good enough to play in America? The answer was yes but for some reason I couldn’t convince myself of that. I had an ok college career. If I had to give it a grade I would say C-.

The aggravating thing about it is, looking back on it, it could have been an A and who knows where I would be now. But that wasn’t the path that was set for me. I had failed. But had I? One thing that I can always say is that I take pride in the fact that I gave it a go. Sometimes in life you give things a shot and they don’t work out. That’s life. However, like I said before, I’m glad I didn’t quit. If I had, I wouldn’t be where I am today: living in one of the greatest countries in the world, married to a beautiful woman, two degrees, a great career, and a great set of family and friends.

Yeah sure it would be great to be a professional athlete but that just wasn’t for me. With the mental issues we have in society today, I wrote this article to show that it’s ok to be scared, to have doubts, to feel that the world is against you, but never give up! Life has taught me a lot of things and the biggest lesson I’ve learned is that when one door closes another opens. Doubts will creep in and life will inevitably get tough but the big man upstairs has a plan for all of us so relax and let Him take care of the rest.

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Sion Swifts F.C. Picture Round-up

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Great touch from Swifts Aoibheann in their first game in the Barcelona Cup.

Swifts U9 team prior to their first game in the Barcelona Cup.

Swifts Aidan celebrates victory against a team from Luxembourg.

Swifts Harvey, Aidan and Josh enjoying themselves at the Barcelona Cup.

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Swifts U11 team that were narrowly defeated in the final of the Larne Cup on Easter Monday.

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Sion Swifts host another successful Easter Camp What a brilliant three days of football was had at Sion Swifts Annual Easter Camp. Bathed in lovely sunshine was upwards of 110 kids who took part from Raphoe, Castlefinn, Lifford, Strabane, Artigarvan, Donemana, Sion, Victoria Bridge, Newtownstewart and Douglas Bridge.

There was some terrific football played, goals scored, saves made as well as kids making new friends.

The Camp included eggs and sweets hunts, 1v1 challenges, penalty shoot-outs, races, tournaments, an obstacle course and a Bouncy Castle and kids received medals, Easter eggs, sweets and trophies all in the glorious sunshine. Thanks to our fabulous kids, thanks to parents/guardians for bringing your kids along, thanks to Happy Faces Bouncy Castles.

Thanks especially to our brilliant coaches Robert, Richard, Courtney, Rachel, Gigs, Niamh, Kylie and Naomh.

Swifts players aged from 9 to 12 years old had a ball at Swifts Easter Camp

James and Taylor presented with awards as Players of the Week.

A group of young girls aged U6 who had a great time at Sion Swifts Easter Camp.

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Sinn Féin the only party in West Tyrone to support motion on Marriage Equality Sinn Féin MLA Michaela Boyle said she was proud to vote alongside her colleague’s in Sinn Féin on a motion in the Assembly supporting marriage equality.

However, she expressed her disappointment that Sinn Féin were the only representatives in West Tyrone to vote in support of this.

The West Tyrone MLA said, “Sinn Féin is committed to the promotion of equality and challenging homophobia, racism, sectarianism and all forms of discrimination.

“This is the fourth time that Sinn Féin has brought a motion in favour of marriage equality before the Assembly and this time was the closest vote yet with only 2 votes making the difference.

“It is disappointing that the DUP tabled a Petition of Concern to block this important motion.

“It is also disappointing that SDLP MLA Joe Byrne didn’t show up for the vote for the fourth time.

“This was a major opportunity to send a clear message of support for the LGBT community and to make it clear that homophobia is completely unacceptable.”

Strabane on schedule for 2016 gas network connection-Doherty Pat Doherty has been assured that Strabane is on schedule to be connected to the natural gas network in 2016 and will be the first of the main town to benefit in the roll out of the £250m Gas to the West Project with the further phased extension to Omagh, Enniskillen, Derrylin, Dungannon, Coalisland, Cookstown and Magherafelt and some surrounding villages by the end of 2017.

He received the assurances last week in a meeting with Mutual Energy Financial Director Gerard Mc Ilroy and SGN Head of Business Development Robert Wilby (representatives of the companies who in March were awarded the licence to undertake this major infrastructure project by the Utility Regulator) Speaking afterwards the Sinn Féin West Tyrone Election Candidate said, “As Strabane District Council, local political,business and civic representatives were very GN Head of Business Development Robert Wilby, Pat Doherty and Mutual Energy Finanmuch to the fore of the cial Director Gerard Mc Ilroy Gas to the West Campaign down the years, it is “It will ensure greater energy choice for consumers perhaps fitting that Strabane will be the first main and increase the potential for businesses and the town in the’ rural’ West of the Bann to be con- public sector to use a competitively priced, cleaner nected to the natural gas network and with Omagh and more efficient fuel. and other main towns and some surrounding vil- “During the construction phase, I was assured lages by the end of 2017. that there will be spins offs for the local economy “The project west of the Bann is as key as the through social clauses built into the contract to development of the A5 dual carriageway in terms employ local sub-contractors as much as possible. our economic future. Natural gas reserves are more The company representatives were also at pains to abundant than global oil reserves and having this point out that there will also be a major demand alternative energy source will ensure our region is for plumbers locally as domestic and non-domestic not left behind and left solely dependent on oil and customers choose to convert from oil to gas once its massive price fluctuations. the infrastructure is in place.

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1st Place - Mark Tierney (Most fish with 20) 2nd Place - Aidan Langan (Heaviest fish @ 7.49lb) The novice shoot was won by Charlie Brown & the pool trap was won by Andrew oakes 3rd Place - M Maclean (2nd most fish with 18) Keith Kilburn - First fish of the day Strabane Sporting Club would like to extend a big M Maclean – First fish after lunch thank you to Raphoe Gun Club and Croaghan Club Birchwood would once again like to thank every- for all their help, not forgetting their own memone for their continued support and you can find bers who again put on a great day. The next shoot more details of upcoming events on their facebook will be held on Sunday the 10th May which is the Declan Harvey Memorial Charity shoot. Everyone page! welcome!

Strabane Sporting club are also running a summer Strabane Sporting Club league which is currently underway every Tuesday A Busy month seen Strabane Sporting Club hold 2 night. Anyone who is interested in taking part can successful shoots. The first, held on Sunday 29th contact Richard Doherty on 07517682599. of March and was sponsored by Paolo’s Pizzas Strabane. The weather wasn’t great but a good New Fishing Season turn out made for an enjoyable day all round. DTL Underway results after a 3 way shoot off were: 1st place Gearoid Driver, 2nd place Hugo Reid The new season is underway and we at The Bridge Guns and Tackle Ltd, Bucther Street are happy to and in 3rd was Gareth McBrearty provide a full range of DCAL & Loughs Agency DTL novice 1st place went to Matthew Rocket Permits, Irish Fishery Board Licenses to cover all areas of Ireland, and Strabane/Lifford Anglers McCauley, 2nd Robbie McGettigan 2015 Permits. We have all the licenses you need to Sporting open 1st was won with maximum points get you on the water. We also stock all the biggest

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Robert McGettigan collecting his prize from Hugo Reid at a Aidan Langan collects his Prize at Birchwood Trout Fishery. recent SSC shoot.

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